HomeMy WebLinkAboutPLAN COMMISSION - 01/17/1990 - PENSKE TRUCK LEASING MINUTES
ELK GROVE PLAN COMMISSION
January 17, 1990
Members Present
John Glass, Chairman
Fred Geinosky, Secretary
Paul Ayers
Patton Feichter
John Meyers
Thomas Parker
George Mullen
Members Absent
Dave Paliganoff
Charles Henrici
Staff Present
Alan Boffice, Director of Engineering/Community Development
Raymond Rummel , Administrative Assistant
Chairman Glass called the meeting to order at 8:05 p.m.
The first item on the agenda was the Thermo-Rail/Penske Truck request to
rezone a lot located at 700 Devon Avenue from I-2 to B-3. Chairman Glass
noted that the public hearing for the Rezoning was held on December 06,
1989.
Kevin Breslin, an attorney retained by Penske Truck leasing, advised
the Plan Commission that Thermo-Rail has withdrawn its name as a petitioner
for the rezoning. Penske Truck, however, as the property owner, intends on
proceeding with the petition on its own behalf. Breslin explained that
Thermo-Rail had a contract to purchase the site, but the sale was
contingent upon receiving the rezoning by January 01, 1990. Breslin and
John Landreth, the real estate agent for the site, further explained that
even though Thermo-Rail has withdrawn its name from the petition the
company is still very interested in purchasing the site if the site is
rezoned.
Kevin Breslin then addressed concerns brought forth- at the public
hearing. First, the requested rezoning would not intensify the use of the
property. From a handout comparing the attributes of I-2 zoning district
to B-3 zoning districts (attached) , Breslin noted that the B-3
classification has much stricter zoning standards.
Second, Breslin pointed out that the rezoning will have a minimal
effect on storm water run-off since no construction is planned for the
site. Moreover, the site will be used for the same purpose as it had been
previously, so no additional storm water run-off will be generated.
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January 17, 1990
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Third, the noise issue was brought into question. Breslin noted that
the user of the site will have to comply with the Village' s performance
standards for noise. In addition, Breslin noted that the facility operated
on a 24 hour basis until approximately two years ago. When Penske cut back
on their operations, the facility was still operated until midnight. Since
Thermo-Rail will be operating until midnight no significant change in night
time noise will occur.
Finally, Breslin stated that the Thermo-Rail wants to be a good
neighbor, and is willing to work with those around the site to resolve any
problems.
Chairman Glass noted that Thermo-Rail is not under contract to
purchase the site. If the property is rezoned, another permitted use could
go on the site. The Plan Commission, therefore, must decide if
Thermo-Rail 's intended use is a proper use for the site and if the uses in
a B-3 zoning district are proper uses for the site.
The discussion then turned to the drainage problems Graphic Color
Corporation, the adjacent property owner to the North, complained about
during the public hearing. Director Boffice gave a brief synopsis of the
problem and explained that the Village cannot intervene in the matter
unless the building on the lot is substantially altered, thus changing the
amount of impervious surface on the site.
The Plan Commission then discussed whether or not the parcel should be
rezoned. Commissioner Mullen noted that unincorporated residential
property abuts the lot on the west, along Devon Avenue. Eventually, it is
anticipated that those residential units will be annexed into the Village
as a B-3 use since it is the Village's stated purpose to have B-3 zoning
along Devon Avenue. The rezoning, therefore, should not be effected by the
residential units , and screening should alleviate any problems.
Commissioner Geinosky stated that a sidewalk will have to be installed
along the Devon Avenue frontage if the property is rezoned.
The consensus of the Plan Commission is that the property be rezoned
B-3 subject to the following conditions:
1. The owner must agree in writing to undertake some
screening measures along the west side of the property.
This measure will include replacing the existing
dilapidated fence.
2. The owner must agree in writing to
repair/resurface the existing parking lot and install
the required sidewalk.
3. A letter must be secured from Thermo-Rail stating
Thermo-Rail ' s intent to purchase the site if it is
rezoned.
4. The owner must contact Graphic Color Corporation
in writing to explain the options available to mitigate
the drainage problem. It is recognized that the
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drainage problem is not the fault of Penske. It is
hoped, however, that communication between the parties
will lead to a resolution of the matter.
Chairman Glass indicated that a vote on the rezoning would not take
place until the meeting on February 07, 1990.
Commissioner Geinosky asked that those who spoke out against the
rezoning at the public hearing be notified that the issue will come up for
a vote at the February 07, 1990 meeting.
The next item on the agenda was the Anna Subdivision.
Commissioner Mullen moved and Geinosky seconded to authorize the
Chairman and Secretary of the Plan Commission to sign the Anna Subdivision
Plat.
Upon voice vote, all AYES.
Chairman Glass brought one final item up for everyone's information.
A special JPZ-Plan Commission Meeting is scheduled for January 25, 1990 at
8:30 p.m. The meeting is being called to discuss Performance Zoning
Standards , Official Map, and a general update.
Commissioner Mullen moved and Commissioner Geinosky seconded to
adjourn the meeting.
Upon voice vote, all AYES.
The meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
6Raymd R. Rummel
Administrative Assistant
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