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DES PLAINES
ILLINOIS
DES PLAINES ZONING BOARD MEETING
SEPTEMBER 8, 2015
MINUTES
The Des Plaines Zoning Board Meeting held its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, September 8, 2015, at
7:30 p.m. in Room 101 of the Des Plaines Civic Center.
ZONING BOARD
PRESENT: Catalano Saletnik, Hofherr, Schell, Green, Szabo
ALSO PRESENT: Scott Mangum, Senior Planner, Department of Community & Economic Development
Gale Cerabona, Recording Secretary
Acting Chair Szabo called the meeting to order at 7:31 p.m. & read this evening's cases.
OLD BUSINESS
1. Address: 1225 Forest Avenue Case Number: 15-046-V
Petitioner is requesting a Standard Variation to Section 12-9-7 the 1998 City of Des Plaines Zoning
Ordinance, as amended, to expand the restaurant portion of a building in the C-3 Zoning District with 56
parking spaces, instead of not less than 75.
PIN: 09-20-400-025-0000,09-20-400-030-0000
Petitioner: Louis Psihogios for Boston Fish Market, 1225 Forest Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60018
Owner: Louis Psihogios for Boston Fish Market, 1225 Forest Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60018
Acting Chair Szabo stated this petition has been continued to the next ZBA meeting on September 29, 2015.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
A motion was made by Board Member Hofherr, seconded by Board Member Green, to approve the meeting
minutes of August 25, 2015, as presented.
AYES: Hofher, Green, Schell, Szabo
NAYES: None
ABSTAIN: Catalano, Saletnik
***MOTION CARRIED 4-0***
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NEW BUSINESS
1. Address: 1704 Mannheim Road Case Number: 15-053-V
Petitioner is requesting a variation to Section 12-7.D.4 of the 1998 City of Des Plaines Zoning Ordinance, as
amended: to legalize the construction of a detached accessory structure (shed) with a side setback of
approximately zero feet, where a 5' minimum side setback is required in the R-1 zoning district.
PIN: 09-29-214-002-0000
Petitioner: Eric Royal, 1704 Mannheim Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018
Owner: Eric Royal, 1704 Mannheim Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018
Acting Chair Szabo swore in Eric Royal, 1704 Mannheim Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018 who advised the area
where the shed is proposed is unused (dead) space. The purpose is to use it for storage (bikes, etc.), and it is
camouflaged by a fence.
Acting Chair Szabo asked if the Board has any questions.
Board Member Hofherr asked Petitioner if he was aware that a permit was needed. Mr. Royal advised — no.
Acting Chair Szabo asked:
• how long Petitioner has lived there. Mr. Royal advised — 11 years. Mrs. Jeanette Royal (seated
in the audience) advised 10 years.
• how long ago the bushes were planted. Mr. Royal advised — they were replaced
• if Petitioner believes they will be higher than the fence. Mr. Royal advised — more could be
planted. Acting Chair Szabo stated it is a thought.
Acting Chair Szabo asked Staff to provide the Staff report.
Issue: The petitioner is requesting a variation to Section 12-7.D.4 of the 1998 City of Des Plaines Zoning
Ordinance, as amended: to legalize the construction of a detached accessory structure (shed) with a side setback
of approximately zero feet, where a 5' minimum side setback is required in the R-1 zoning district.
Analysis:
Address: 1704 Mannheim Road
Existing Zoning: R-1, Single Family Residential
Petitioner: Eric Royal, 1704 Mannheim Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018
Owner(s): Eric Royal, 1704 Mannheim Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018
PIN: 09-29-214-002-0000
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In reviewing the variation requests, staff has considered the following information:
The 6,850 square foot property at 1704 Mannheim Road has a curvilinear frontage of approximately 51.5
feet with a depth of 130.6 feet on the east property line and 144.7 feet on the west property line. The site is
legal nonconforming regarding both the minimum lot width (55' would be required of a new subdivision),
and lot size (6,875 square feet would be required of a new subdivision). The property is improved with a two-
story brick single-family residence and detached garage and shed. Code enforcement cited the property owner
for installing a shed without a permit in response to a complaint. The shed encroaches into the required 5 -
foot side setback and is located approximately eight inches from the west property line per the plan submitted
by the petitioner. The shed abuts the residence and the privacy fence separating the neighboring lots, which
is just east of the property line. The shed is partially screened from the public right of way by another privacy
fence that is flush with the building line of the house.
Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the requested side -yard setback variation based on review
of the information presented by the applicant and the standards and conditions imposed by Section 3.6-8
(Findings of Fact for Variations) as outlined within the City of Des Plaines Zoning Ordinance, subject to the
following condition of approval:
1. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall provide adequate documentation regarding
construction of the shed to evaluate whether the location is in compliance with applicable building
codes.
The recommendation for approval of the side yard setback is based on the fact that the lot is non -conforming
with regards to the lot width and size, is uniquely shaped, and the orientation of the house is skewed.
Zoning Board of Appeals Procedure:
Under Section 3.6-6 of the Zoning Ordinance (Standard Variations) the Zoning Board of Appeals has the
authority to approve, approve subject to conditions, or disapprove the above-mentioned variances for the side
yard setback of a shed within the R-1 Zoning District.
Acting Chair Szabo asked if anyone in the audience is in favor of or objects to this proposal. No one
responded.
Acting Chair Szabo advised that Staff distributed a letter from Dan & Nancy Monroe, 1719 Lee Street, and
read same (which stated the shed is an eyesore, is metal, and will devalue the property).
Acting Chair Szabo asked if the Board has any questions.
Board Member Green asked Petitioner if the fence is adjacent to the shed is his or the neighbor's. Mr.
Royal advised — the side fence is the neighbor's.
Acting Chair Szabo asked:
• if Petitioner has spoken to Mr. Monroe. Mr. Royal advised — no, he was unaware (of their letter)
• if a sign was in the front yard. Mr. Royal advised — yes
Acting Chair Szabo asked the Board if there are further questions.
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Board Member Catalano asked about what else is going on in the yard. Mr. Royal advised — there is a
temporary roof on the addition, canopy, and (formerly) a fire pit.
Acting Chair Szabo asked if the canopy is taken down in the winter. Mr. Royal advised — he could do so.
Board Member Saletnik stated the neighbor's comments (about the shed being an eyesore and devaluing
the property) are a stretch. He noted these are opinions and subjective.
A motion was made by Board Member Saletnik, seconded by Board Member Catalano, to approve the
side yard setback variance along with Staff's Conditions.
AYES: Saletnik, Catalano, Green, Hofherr, Schell, Szabo
NAYES: None
"""MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY*
2. Address: 2145 Elmira Avenue Case Number: 15-056-V
Petitioner is requesting a variation to Section 12-7-2-D.5 of the 1998 City of Des Plaines Zoning
Ordinance, as amended: to authorize the construction of a single family residence with attached garage with
a building coverage of 34.9%, where 30% is the maximum building coverage allowed in the R-1 zoning
district.
PIN: 09-30-403-023-0000
Petitioner: Jennifer Tsalapatanis, 702 Howard Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60018
Owner: Joseph Magnelli, 1704 W. Crescent Avenue, Park Ridge, IL 60068
Acting Chair Szabo swore in Jennifer Tsalapatanis, 702 Howard Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60018 who advised
they are looking to construct a 3,900 sq. ft. single-family residence:
• solid brick
• oversized lot
• variance is requested to allow additional sq. ft. (to 34.9%)
• would maintain over 7,000 sq. ft. of uncovered area
Acting Chair Szabo asked if this will be Mr. Magnelli's home. Ms. Tsalapatanis advised — yes.
Board Member Hotherr stated/asked:
• this home looks like it will fit right in
• what the price point is. Ms. Tsalapatanis advised -- $700-850,000
Acting Chair Szabo asked if the Board has other questions. He commended the Petitioner on two masonry
fireplaces.
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Acting Chair Szabo asked if the Board has further questions. He then asked Staff to provide the Staff report.
Issue: The petitioner is requesting a variation to Section 12-7-2-D.5 of the 1998 City of Des Plaines Zoning
Ordinance, as amended: to authorize the construction of a single family residence with attached garage with
a building coverage of 34.9%, where 30% is the maximum building coverage allowed in the R-1 zoning
district.
Analysis:
Address: 2145 Elmira Avenue
PIN: 09-30-403-023-0000
Existing Zoning: R-1, Single Family Residential District
Petitioner: Jennifer Tsalapatanis, 702 Howard Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60018
Owner(s): Joseph Magnelli, 1704 W. Crescent Avenue, Park Ridge, IL 60068
In reviewing this variation request, staff has considered the following information:
The 75 -foot by 154 -foot (11,550 square foot) lot at 2145 Elmira Avenue is a legal conforming lot, as it
exceeds the minimum lot width (55 -feet) and lot size (6,875 square feet) requirements in the R-1, Single
Family Residential District. A two-story frame single-family residence, driveway, and detached two -car
garage, currently exist on site. The applicant proposes to demolish all structures on site and construct a new
3,926 square -foot brick single-family residence. The house would contain four bedrooms and four and a half
bathrooms, with two bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms on the ground floor and two bedrooms and two
bathrooms on the second floor. 2,632 square feet of full height basement is also included in the plans.
The existing house and garage cover approximately 10.7% (1,237 square feet) of the lot. The proposed
residence, including the attached 3 -car garage, covered entry, and covered porch would have a total building
coverage of 4,032 square feet (34.9%), where the zoning ordinance allows a maximum building coverage of
3,465 square feet (30%).
The applicant states a medical condition for the owner of the property as the hardship for the variation request
and reason for an expanded first floor area. Per Section 12-3-6.F of the Zoning Ordinance, lot coverage of up
to 20% over the maximum requirements (36% total) may be authorized as a standard variation.
Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the above -requested building coverage variation based on
review of the information presented by the applicant and the standards and conditions imposed by Section
12-3-6.H (Findings of Fact for Variations) as outlined by the City of Des Plaines Zoning Ordinance. The
oversized lot would still maintain over 7,000 square feet of uncovered area, even with the proposed variation
based on the stated medical needs of the owner. Altemately, some of the functions of the first floor could be
reduced or relocated to either the basement or second floor and/or the area of the three -car garage could be
reduced to limit the amount of the variation.
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Zoning Board of Appeals Procedure
Under Section 12-3-6.F of the Zoning Ordinance (Standard Variations) the Zoning Board of Appeals has the
authority to approve, approve subject to conditions, or deny the above-mentioned variance for building
coverage for a new single-family residence in the R-1 zoning district.
Acting Chair Szabo asked how close the adjacent property side yard setbacks are. Ms. Tsalapatanis advised
— the property on the South is 30-35 ft. & the property on the North is a typical side -yard setback of 15-20 ft.
Acting Chair Szabo asked if anyone in the audience is in favor or objects to this proposal. No one responded.
Acting Chair Szabo asked if the Board has any questions.
A motion was made by Board Member Green, seconded by Board Member Hotherr, to approve the
variation.
AYES: Hofherr, Green, Catalano, Saletnik, Schell, Szabo
NAYES: None
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3. Address: 1529 Rand Road Case Number: 15 -058 -CU -V
Petitioner is requesting a Conditional Use permit under Section 12-7-3.F.3 and a major variation to Table 12-
7-3-1 of the 1998 City of Des Plaines Zoning Ordinance, as amended: to authorize a motor vehicle sales
operation, on a site of less than 25,000 square feet in the C-3 Zoning District.
PIN: 09-17-205-122-0000,09-17-205-036-0000
Petitioner: Demeke Berhanu-Haile, 164 Division Street, Suite 201, Elgin, IL 60120
Owner: Adam Jidd, 855 Rand Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Acting Chair Szabo swore in Demeke Berhanu-Haile, DBH & Associates Architects Inc., 164 Division Street
Suite 201, Elgin, IL 60120, Adam Jidd, 855 Rand Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016, & Theodore Virgilio,
Branecki-Virgilio & Associates, Consulting Civil Engineers, 79 N. Broadway, Des Plaines, IL 60016.
Mr. Jidd advised he owns four businesses and noted this is the fourth at the comer of Rand & River Roads.
He stated Bentleys, Ferraris, etc. will be accommodated here; approximately 21 cars with showroom.
Mr. Jidd stated the paperwork (for the business) will be handled at 855 Rand Road (corporate office).
Mr. Berhanu-Haile advised the building footprint will be 2,400 sq. ft. and noted the business will be a
promotional center. Patrons will be selective customers. He noted a large tax base will be generated for Des
Plaines. Mr. Berhanu-Haile stated they will be sure the IDOT plan fits in with theirs.
Mr. Jidd advised these are family-owned businesses; siblings live in Des Plaines. He noted the businesses
have all been acquired.
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Acting Chair Szabo asked:
• if Petitioner is saving the newest part of the building. Petitioner illustrated elevations.
• if the North & West elevations will remain as is. Mr. Berhanu-Haile advised — yes
Board Member Hofherr asked if the elevation is being raised. Mr. Berhanu-Haile advised — this is in a flood
plain. Mr. Virgilio advised — it will remain as is.
Acting Chair Szabo asked what provisions are being taken as the nearby strip mall is built up. Mr. Virgilio
advised — we are keeping the existing building (as we are locked in, limited to what we can do).
Board Member Hofherr stated he believes sewers are being reworked; Mr. Mangum concurred that there
would be road construction at Rand and River Roads.
Board Member Green asked what the security measures are. Mr. Jidd advised — we have a motion sensor
security system (and spent $250,000 for same).
Acting Chair Szabo asked if any Bentleys or Lamborghinis will be parked outside. Mr. Jidd advised — yes,
the goal is to showcase the cars (for viewing). He noted their customer reviews are 4 % stars and that 60% of
sales are from the intemet.
Acting Chair Szabo asked Staff to provide the Staff report.
Issue: The petitioner is requesting a Conditional Use permit under Section 12-7-3.F.3 and a major variation
to Table 12-7-3-1 of the 1998 City of Des Plaines Zoning Ordinance, as amended: to authorize a motor
vehicle sales operation, on a site of less than 25,000 square feet in the C-3 Zoning District.
Analysis:
Proposed Use Motor Vehicles Sales
Petitioner Demeke Berhanu-Haile, 164 Division Street #201, Elgin, IL 60120
Owner Adam Jidd, 855 Rand Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016
PIN 09-17-205-122-0000,09-17-205-036-0000
Plan of Operation
Jidd Motors would employ 3-4 workers per shift and would operate
Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Saturday from
9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Existing Use Vacant, former motor vehicle sales
Surrounding Land Use
North: Commercial
East: Commercial
South: Commercial
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West: Multi -Family Residential
Existing Zoning C-3, General Commercial
Surrounding Zoning
Street Classification
Comprehensive Plan
North: C-3, General Commercial
East: C-3, General Commercial
South: C-3, General Commercial
West: R-3, Townhouse Residential
These portions of Rand and River Roads are identified as arterial roads
according to the City's Comprehensive Plan.
The Comprehensive Plan recommends Community Commercial use for
this site.
The applicant, Demeke Berhanu-Haile, architect for Jidd Motors, has requested a Conditional Use Permit
and Major Variation for Motor Vehicle Sales at 1529 Rand Road. The approximately 23,398 square -foot
parcel is located at the southwest comer of Rand and River Roads and currently contains an 8,302 square -
foot one-story brick, frame, and block building. The site has approximately 220 -feet of frontage on Rand and
River Roads with 125 -feet of frontage on Harding Avenue and is currently accessed by an approximately 40 -
foot wide curb cut off of Rand Road and a 28 -foot wide curb -cut off of Harding Avenue. The majority of the
property is located within the 100 -year floodplain, with a smaller portion of the property near the southem
boundary within the floodway. The applicant plans to demolish a 5,874 square -foot portion of the building
and remodel the remaining 2,248 square feet as a vehicle display area.
The proposed site plan shows 40 parking spaces, 22 of which would be used to display vehicles, four for
employee parking, and 14 for customer parking. The proposed plan of operation includes typical hours of
operation on weekdays, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to
6:00 p.m. Three to four employees would work at the location. Landscaping and a four -foot high omamental
fence is proposed between the drive aisle and the front property line, in addition to a landscaped area within
the IDOT right-of-way between the property line and the multi -use path. Additional landscaped areas are
proposed between the southern row of display vehicles and the property line along Harding Avenue and
between the alley and display areas.
The Illinois Department of Transportation has plans to improve the Rand and River intersection as a part of
the Des Plaines River Road reconstruction project. One of the project outcomes will be to close off access to
Lee Street from the intersection of Rand and River Roads. Additionally, a 10 -foot wide multi -use path is
planned along Rand Road. A major variation is sought because the lot is undersized compared to the 25,000
square -foot minimum requirement. The size of the property has been reduced through IDOT takings for
future roadway projects. However, in the latest IDOT plans for the Des Plaines River Road reconstruction
project a significant amount of right-of-way would exist in between the roadway and the property line.
A request to waive the traffic study requirement was granted after review by the City's Engineering Division.
Engineering staff comments to narrow the curb cuts to 24 -feet, provide pedestrian access from the multi -use
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path to the building, add landscaping, and increase the size of accessible parking spaces have been addressed
in the revised site plan.
Conditional Use Findings: As required by Section 12-3-4.E (Standards for Conditional Uses) of the Zoning
Ordinance, the proposed development is reviewed below:
A. The proposed Conditional Use is in fact a Conditional Use established within the specific Zoning
district involved:
Comment: Motor Vehicles Sales is a Conditional Use in C-3, General Commercial Zoning District, as
specified in Section 12-7-3-F.3 of the 1998 City of Des Plaines Zoning Ordinance, as amended.
B. The proposed Conditional Use is in accordance with the objectives of the City's Comprehensive
Plan:
Comment: The 2007 Comprehensive Plan recommends a Community Commercial use for the site.
C. The proposed Conditional Use is designed, constructed, operated and maintained to be harmonious
and appropriate in appearance with the existing or intended character of the general vicinity:
Comment: The proposed Motor Vehicle Sales operation fronts on Rand Road, an arterial road that currently
has an auto -oriented character in the area. Conditions of approval incorporate landscaping and operational
requirements to lessen the impact of operations.
D. The proposed Conditional Use is not hazardous or disturbing to existing neighboring uses:
Comment: With proposed conditions of approval relating to landscaping, fencing, and lighting, none of the
functions of the Motor Vehicle Sales operation are anticipated to be hazardous or disturbing to the
surrounding neighborhood.
E. The proposed Conditional Use is to be served adequately by essential public facilities and services,
such as highways, streets, police and fire protection, drainage structures, refuse disposal, water and
sewer, and schools; or, agencies responsible for establishing the Conditional Use shall provide
adequately any such services:
Comment: After reviewing the petitioner's plans, the proposed Conditional Use would be served adequately
by essential public facilities and it would not overburden existing public services.
F. The proposed Conditional Use does not create excessive additional requirements at public expense
for public facilities and services and will not be detrimental to the economic well-being of the entire
community:
Comment: The proposed Conditional Use would appear to have adequate public facilities; it would not
create a burden on public facilities nor would it be a detriment to the economic well being of the community.
G. The proposed Conditional Use does not involve uses, activities, processes, materials,
equipment and conditions of operation that will be detrimental to any persons, property, or the general
welfare by reason of excessive production of traffic, noise, smoke fumes, glare or odors:
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Comment: With proposed Conditions of Approval, the proposed Motor Vehicle Sales operation is not
anticipated to create additional traffic, noise, or odors that could be detrimental to surrounding land uses.
H. The proposed Conditional Use provides vehicular access to the property designed so that it does not
create an interference with traffic on surrounding public thoroughfares:
Comment: Access is provided by overly -wide curb cuts are on Rand Road, an Illinois Department of
Transportation Right -of -Way and Harding Avenue. Based on an evaluation of the existing conditions and
with proposed improvements to narrow curb cuts, staff does not find any evidence for potential interference
with traffic pattems.
I. The proposed Conditional Use does not result in the destruction, loss, or damage of natural, scenic,
or historic features of major importance:
Comment: Removal of a portion of the building is proposed, but with conditions of approval, the proposed
plan would remove impervious surface, and it would not cause the destruction, loss, or damage of any natural,
scenic or historic features of major importance.
J. The proposed Conditional Use complies with all additional regulations in the Zoning Ordinance
specific to the Conditional Use requested:
Comment: Other than the major variation request for Motor Vehicle Sales on a lot of less than 25,000 square
feet, it appears that with conditions of approval the proposed conditional use would comply with all additional
regulations within the Zoning Ordinance.
Recommendation: The Community Development Department recommends approval of the Conditional Use
Permit and Variation requests for the establishment of a Motor Vehicle Sales operation, based on review of
the information presented by the applicant and the findings made above, as specified in Section 12-3-4.E
(Standards for Conditional Uses) and in Section 12-3-6.G (Major Variations) of the City of Des Plaines
Zoning Ordinance, subject to conditions of approval:
1. Prior to issuance of the Conditional Use Permit, the applicant shall submit a revised Landscape Plan
showing one shrub for every 3 feet of frontage or a continuous hedge (measuring a minimum of 18
inches at planting and not to exceed 4 feet at maturity), within the landscaped area between the
pavement and the property line along the Rand/River Road frontages. The remainder of the
landscaped area shall consist of groundcover and not less than four shade trees. The Plan shall also
include a 6 -foot high wood privacy fence along the rear (west) property line in the area between the
alley driveway entrance and the eastern building line.
2. Prior to occupancy, the applicant shall complete site improvements as indicated on the revised Site
and Landscape Plans.
3. The number of vehicles for sale shall be limited to no more than 22.
4. Prior to the issuance of the Conditional Use Permit, the applicant shall submit a photometric plan
that limits the maximum amount of horizontal foot-candles to not more than 0.2 foot-candles at the
multi -family residential property lines.
5. All landscaping materials shall be maintained in good condition so as to present a healthy and
orderly appearance, and plant material not in this condition shall be replaced when necessary and
shall be kept free of refuse and debris.
6. All parking areas shall be surfaced and striped to meet all applicable Building Code hard surface
requirements.
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With proposed improvements planned and conditions of approval to improve the appearance of a highly
visible property on a major arterial, provide screening, and limit the light spill-over to adjacent residential
properties it is not anticipated that the proposed use would cause significant negative impacts.
Zoning Board of Appeals Procedure: Under Sections 3.4-4-C (Conditional Uses) and 3.6-7 (Major
Variations) of the Zoning Ordinance the Zoning Board of Appeals has the authority to recommend that the
City Council approve, approve subject to conditions, or deny the above-mentioned Conditional Use Permit
and Major Variation for the establishment of a Motor Vehicle Sales establishment in the C-3 zoning
district. The City Council has the final authority on these portions of the project.
Mr. Mangum distributed a letter from neighbor, David Coit (who stated he is not in favor of a car sales
permit so close to his back yard), which Acting Chair Szabo read.
Acting Chair Szabo asked if the Board has any questions.
Board Member Catalano asked:
• Staff why stalls are limited to 22 when there are 22 stalls on the lot plus some inside. Mr. Mangum
advised — this is intended to refer to the exterior
• if Petitioner is aware of the conditions. Mr. Jidd stated he is
Board Member Saletnik commented, on the neighbor's letter, that the landscaping on this property will
enhance the neighbor's property.
Board Member Hofherr stated:
• based on the neighbor's letter, there will not be a noise factor (as the previous motorcycle dealer
projected). Mr. Jidd stated his businesses are very clean (as he accommodates high end pre -owned
cars).
• after modifications are made, this will be an asset and a class operation
Acting Chair Szabo stated this will be a quieter dealership
A motion was made by Board Member Hofherr, seconded by Board Member Schell, to recommend
that City Council approval this petition with 6 Conditions as noted by Staff. Board Member Hofherr
amended his motion to revise Condition #3 to include "for exterior stalls" at the end of the sentence.
Board Member Schell accepted the amendment.
AYES: Hofherr, Schell, Green, Catalano, Saletnik, Szabo
NAYES: None
"""MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY* * *
Acting Chair Szabo stated the above petition will be recommended for approval to City Council.
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Discussion took place on naming a new Chairman.
A motion was made by Board Member Hofherr, seconded by Board Member Green, to nominate
James S. Szabo as the new Chairman of the ZBA.
Mr. Mangum stated this topic must be published as an agenda item. Therefore, Board Member Hofherr
withdrew his motion.
A motion was made by Board Member Hofherr, seconded by Board Member Schell, that election of
a new Chair & Vice Chair be added to the next agenda.
AYES: Hofherr, Schell, Green, Catalano, Saletnik, Szabo
NAYES: None
"""MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY* * *
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Board Member Schell, seconded by Board Member Catalano, to adjourn the
meeting at 8:17 p.m.
AYES: Schell, Catalano, Green. Hofherr, Saletnik, Szabo
NAYES: None
Sincerely,
Gale Cerabona
Recording Secretary
"""MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY* * *
cc: City Officials, Aldermen, Zoning Board of Appeals, Petitioners