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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPLAN COMMISSION - 05/02/1990 - PARK CHARDONNAY/PARK ORLEANS DOCKET 90-8 PLAN COMMISSION May 2, 1990 Present: John R. Glass, Chairman Fred Geinosky, Secretary Charles Henrici George Mullen Paul Ayers Patton Feichter Absent: David Paliganoff Thomas Parker John Meyers Staff: Alan Boffice, Director Engineering/Community Development Raymond Rummel , Administrative Assistant The meeting was called to order at 8: 10 p.m. ITEM A PARK CHARDONNAY/PARK ORLEANS Public hearing (Docket 90-8) Chairman Glass stated for the record that the public hearing notice was published in the April 16, 1990 DAILY HERALD. In addition, Chairman Glass noted that the petitioner had not submitted proof of ownership. The public hearing was allowed to proceed on the basis that the petitioner submit proof of ownership the next day. The petitioner agreed to do so. Commissioner Geinosky swore in the witnesses for the petitioner. Stephen Powers, an architect representing the Diversified Capital Group, presented the proposed changes to the Plan Commissioners. Powers noted the following: 1. The proposed structures would be built in the original PUD footprint; 2. The driveways for the second two buildings would be redesigned from the front of the buildings to the rear; 3. The overall number of units allowed would be reduced from 174 to 150; 4. Twenty-one parking spaces would be eliminated and replaced with plantings. In addition, Powers noted that the new buildings will match the existing buildings. Contemporary styling, however, requires that the individual units be from 10 to 12 percent larger in order to be marketable. The petitioner is requesting, therefore, that fewer units be constructed and that the remaining units be increased in size. I I I Plan Commission Minu- • May 2, 1990 Page 2 Powers also discussed the impact of the development on the Lake. The development's storm sewers have already been installed and were approved by the Village. That will minimize any impact on the lake. Moreover, an erosion and siltation control plan exists for the site. Finally, Powers discussed resolutions supporting the proposed changes which were obtained from the three homeowners associations in the area. Commissioner Henrici inquired into an engineer's report which showed that the proposed changes would add over 100 square feet of Common Open Space. Powers noted that the open space does not include parking. It only includes the 30 foot envelope surrounding the buildings. Some of this additional open space will come by moving the garage entrance to the rear of the building. Commissioner Feichter inquired into the impact of the development on Leicester. Powers replied that the proposed plans have fewer units so less traffic would use Leicester than allowed under the existing plan. Commissioner Feichter then inquired into the impact of the development on the lake. Powers replied that the impact on the lake would be minimal because a topsoil barrier exists and drainage structures also exist. In addition, a three foot trench around the dirt stockpile will be constructed. Commissioner Geinosky inquired into the Fire Department comments on the project. Powers replied that he has met with the Fire Department five times and that he will follow and abide by their comments. Commissioner Geinosky noted that the Homeowners Association Resolutions were signed in June 1989. Powers said that he has met with all three associations within the last 60 days and all three associations still accept the proposed plans. Commissioner Ayers asked about the design changes between the proposed buildings and the existing buildings. Powers identified three changes: First, coins will be added to the proposed buildings. Second, the chimney stacks will be brick masonry. Finally, more efficient and contemporary windows will be added. Commissioner Mullen asked if enough parking would be available after removing the 21 spaces. A resident from the audience replied that the site has an over abundance of parking presently. Chairman Glass recognized questions from the audience. Charles Mitchell , Park Chardonnay resident, spoke about the proposal . Mr. Mitchell encouraged the Plan Commission to support the project because the vacant property is an eyesore and a nuisance. Joseph Cimino, Leicester Road, inquired into proposed landscaping. Powers replied that a 3 to 4 foot berm would gradually slope I f JPlan Commission Minum • May 2, 1990 Page 3 to the rear of the lake. The landscaping would be similar to that along Wellington. Cimino then asked if a traffic light or right turn lane would be installed at the intersection of Biesterfield and Leicester. Alan Boffice replied that the intersection would not meet State traffic volume warrants for a signal and that a right hand turn land would not be necessary because of the width of Leicester. John Ashenfelter, another resident of Park Chardonnay, encouraged Plan Commission support for the proposal . Rosa Bona, Village resident, also supported the completion of the project. Jack Coffman, President of the Elk Grove Estates Homeowners Association, asked about siltation and fire lanes. Powers replied that he is working with the Fire Department for proper fire lanes and that he will fully comply with Elk Grove's soil and erosion control standards to prevent siltation. Norm Faust, Village on the Lake resident, again asked about a traffic signal on Biesterfield and Leicester. Chairman Glass noted that the plans were approved about 10 years ago and Leicester was designed with the entire PUD in mind. Furthermore, a traffic corridor study indicates that signals are not necessary at that location. Jim Douglas, resident, spoke in support of the proposal . Commissioner Henrici asked about the proposed sign. Powers replied that the sign would be similar to the one on Wellington but no firm plans have been produced yet. Chairman Glass closed the Public Hearing and recessed the meeting at 9:10 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 9:20 p.m. The Plan Commission again discussed the impact of the development on Leicester Road. The Plan Commission noted that the project could be built as approved. The already approved development would have the same or greater impact upon Leicester as the proposed plan. The Plan Commission discussed the request for the sign but decided not to take any action on the request since no plans were presented to the Commission. Commissioner Geinosky moved and Mullen seconded a motion to recommend that the Village Board approve the following requested Park Chardonnay/Park Orleans PUD amendments: I a. Reduce the total number of units remaining to be built from 174 to 150. b. Reduce the number of one bedroom units from 72 to 18. I I I I f Plan Commission Minuo • May 2, 1990 Page 4 C. Increase the number of two bedroom units from 93 to 117. d. Increase the number of three bedroom units from 9 to 15. e. Increase the total number of bedrooms from 285 to 297. f. Reduce the total number of parking spaces from 367 to 346 while remaining in compliance with the parking regulations. g. Slightly modify the exterior of the buildings. Upon voting, all AYES. Motion carried. Chairman's Report Chairman Glass noted that the scheduled July 4 meeting will be cancelled because of the Holiday. Chairman Glass also noted that two public hearings will be held at the June 6, 1990 meeting. Commissioner Mullen moved and Geinosky seconded a motion to adjourn. Upon voting, all AYES. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:35 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Raymond R. Rummel Administrative Assistant I rh50990 C: Chairman & Members Plan Commission, Village President and Board of Trustees, Village Clerk, Village Manager, I Assistant Village Manager, Administrative Assistant, Director Engineering/Community Development, Director of Public Works, Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief, Village Attorney, Park District, INDAB I t