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08/28/2018Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 1 DES PLAINES PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD MEETING AUGUST 28, 2018 MINUTES The Des Plaines Planning and Zoning Board Meeting hel d its regularly-scheduled meeting on Tuesday, August 28, 2018, at 7 p.m. in Room 102 of the Des Plaines Civic Center. ZONING BOARD Chairman Szabo called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. and read this evening’s case. Roll call was conducted. PRESENT: Catalano, Hofherr, Fowler, Saletnik, Schell, Szabo ABSENT: Bader ALSO PRESENT: Johanna Bye, AICP, Senior Planner/Community & Economic Development Patrick Ainsworth, Coord., Devel. Mgr./Community & Economic Development Gale Cerabona/Recording Secretary Board Member Catalano arrived at 7:03 p.m. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Board Member Hofherr noted a change on page 2 – to remove the redundant (second) word “it”. A motion was made by Board Member Hofherr, seconded by Board Member Catalano, to approve the minutes of August 14, 2018, as amended. AYES: Hofherr, Catalano, Saletnik, Schell, Szabo NAYES: None ABSTAIN: Fowler ***MOTION CARRIED 5-0*** Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 2 PUBLIC COMMENT There was no Public Comment. PUBLIC HEARING NEW BUSINESS 1. Address: 22-58 Northwest Highway Case 18-076-CU The petitioner is requesting a Conditional Use under Section 12-11-8 of the 1998 Des Plaines Zoning Ordinance, as amended, for a Localized Alternative Sign Regulation to allow for two electronic message boards and three freestanding signs for the Cumberland Commons shopping center. PINs: 09-07-314-015-0000; -016; -017 Petitioner: Marisa Conforti, Partnership Financial Credit Union, 5940 Lincoln Avenue, Morton Grove, IL 60053 Owner: Des Plaines Community Senior Center, 52 E. Northwest Highway, Des Plaines, IL 60016; Partnership Financial Credit Union, 5940 Lincoln Avenue, Morton Grove, IL 60053 Chairman Szabo swore in Marisa Conforti, Partnership Financial Credit Union, 5940 Lincoln Avenue, Morton Grove, IL & Art Solis, North Shore Sign, 1925 Industrial Drive, Libertyville, IL. Ms. Conforti advised a digital sign is proposed to be added to the existing multi-tenant sign as well as a directional sign at the south corner of the site for a quicker entry. Mr. Solis stated the EMB will be a double-sided electronic display, and the company name will be added above. The other entry sign is on Northwest Highway & Village Court (6 ft. x 3 ft. 4 in.) and will be externally illuminated. Chairman Szabo asked if the Board has any questions. Board Member Catalano asked if Petitioner is aware of the Conditions recommended by Staff and if there are any issues. Mr. Solis stated they are aware and have no issues whatsoever. Chairman Szabo asked Staff to provide the Staff Report which Senior Planner Bye did: Issue: The petitioner is requesting a Conditional Use under Section 12-11-8 of the 1998 Des Plaines Zoning Ordinance, as amended, for a Localized Alternative Sign Regulation to allow for two electronic message boards and three freestanding signs for Cumberland Commons at 22-58 E. Northwest Highway. Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 3 Analysis: Address: 22-58 E. Northwest Highway Owners: Des Plaines Community Senior Center, 52 E. Northwest Highway, Des Plaines, IL 60016; Partnership Financial Credit Union, 5940 Lincoln Avenue, Morton Grove, IL 60053 Petitioner: Marisa Conforti, Partnership Financial Credit Union, 5940 Lincoln Avenue, Morton Grove, IL 60053 Case Number: 18-076-CU Real Estate Index Numbers: 09-07-314-015-0000; -016; -017 Ward: #7, Alderman Don Smith Existing Zoning: C-3 General Commercial Existing Land Use: Commercial Surrounding Zoning: North: C-3 General Commercial; R-1 Single-Family Residential South: Railroad; R-1 Single-Family Residential East: R-3 Townhouse Residential West: N/A (Mount Prospect) Surrounding Land Use: North: Commercial; Residential (single-family) South: Railroad; Residential (single-family) East: Residential (townhouse) West: Commercial Street Classification: Northwest Highway is an Arterial Road Comprehensive Plan: The Comprehensive Plan designates the site as Institutional Project Description: The applicant, Marisa Conforti of Partnership Financial Credit Union, has requested a Conditional Use Permit for a Localized Alternative Sign Regulation in order to allow for an electronic message board (EMB) to be added to the existing multi-tenant sign at Cumberland Commons and to allow for an additional freestanding sign to be installed at the southeast corner of the Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 4 site, at the intersection of Northwest Highway and Village Court. This additional freestanding sign would bring the total number of freestanding signs to three for this property. The Cumberland Commons shopping center is comprised of two buildings. The larger building is setback farther from Northwest Highway and houses the Frisbie Senior Center as well as other commercial tenants. The smaller building, the outlot, houses Partnership Financial Credit Union (a new tenant) and Edward Jones. The outlot is owned by Partnership Financial Credit Union, while the rest of the site is owned by the Senior Center; however, as this functions as a single shipping center, staff has requested approval of a Localized Alternative Sign Regulation so that signage can be reviewed and considered for the entire site. The first new sign proposed is a 2’5” by 10’ EMB panel to be added to the existing multi-tenant sign. This sign is located along Northwest Highway, near Partnership Financial, and identifies the Frisbie Senior Center and other tenants in the shopping center. The proposed EMB would be installed at the bottom of the existing sign and would be installed on both sides (one EMB facing southeast Northwest Highway and one EMB facing northwest Northwest Highway). Cumberland Commons has an existing EMB located at the corner of Northwest Highway and Mount Prospect Road (see photos in Attachment 3). As only one EMB is permitted per zoning lot, approval of the Conditional Use for a Localized Alternative Sign Regulation is required for the second EMB. Note that the existing EMB is not proposed to change as part of this application. The second sign proposed is an additional freestanding sign at the corner of Northwest Highway and Village Court. This sign is intended to help Partnership Financial customers access the building and drive-through from Village Court. If customers are traveling northwest on Northwest Highway miss the turn onto Village Court, they must continue down to Mount Prospect Road, turn right, and then drive back through the shopping center to Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 5 get to the credit union. This sign is proposed to be 6’ wide and 3’4” tall (20 square feet in area), with a total height of 6’ from grade. The sign is proposed to be 3’ from the side lots lines, when a 5’ setback is required per code. The encroachment into the required 5’ setback is requested as part of the Conditional Use for a Localized Alternative Sign Regulation. Note that per the Zoning Ordinance, landscaping is required for the base of all freestanding signs. Staff is requesting, as a condition, that the existing EMB and new freestanding sign be landscaped at the base with low-lying evergreen shrubs, perennials, and annuals. Additionally, staff is requesting that the landscaping surrounding the existing multi-tenant sign be enhanced. Conditional Use Findings: Conditional Use requests are subject to the standards set forth in Section 12-3-4(E) of the 1998 City of Des Plaines Zoning Ordinance, as amended. In reviewing these standards, staff has the following comments: A. The proposed Conditional Use is in fact a Conditional Use established within the specific Zoning district involved: Comment: A Localized Alternative Sign Regulation is a Conditional Use, as specified in Section 12- 11-8 of the 1998 City of Des Plaines Zoning Ordinance, as amended, in the C-3 General Commercial District. B. The proposed Conditional Use is in accordance with the objectives of the City’s Comprehensive Plan: Comment: The proposed use of the site is Institutional. These are areas containing churches, private schools, cemeteries, non-profit organizations, and the Des Plaines Historical Society. Likely the proposed use of the site was identified as Institutional as a result of the Senior Center, which is the anchor of the shopping center. The outlot building (58 Northwest Highway) is occupied by a credit union, a not-for-profit financial institution, which falls in line with the Institutional use definition. The proposed new signage for the site (both the new EMB and freestanding sign) will help customers identify the credit union and safely and easily access the building and drive- through. Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 6 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 Conditional Use for a Localized Alternative Sign Regulation would allow for one new freestanding sign at Cumberland Commons and for an EMB to be added to the existing multi-tenant sign located along Northwest Highway. The proposed freestanding sign, which will help Partnership Financial customers safely and easily access the building and drive- through, has been designed to complement other directional signs proposed for the site. The sign is proposed to be 6’ wide by 3’4” tall (20 square feet in area) and externally illuminated so as not to negatively affect or disturb the surrounding residents along Village Court. D. The proposed Conditional Use is not hazardous or disturbing to existing neighboring uses: Comment: The proposed signs are not hazardous or disturbing to the existing neighboring uses. The EMB will meet all required performance standards as outlined in Section 12-11-6(B) of the Zoning Code and is located at least 250’ from the closest residence, as is required by code (the EMB is 300’ from the closets residence). The EMB’s relatively small size and distance from the residences on Village Court will ensure that it is not a nuisance to them. The proposed new freestanding sign will help eliminate confusion among visitors of the credit union and site and safely guide them to the building and drive-through. 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: The proposed signs have no effect on essential public facilities and 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 signs would not create a burden on public facilities nor would they be a detriment to the economic well-being of the community. The signs are intended to share information and help customers safely and easily access the site. G. The proposed Conditional Use does not involve uses, activities, processes, materials, Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 7 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: Comment: The proposed signs will not create additional traffic or noise that could be detrimental to surrounding land uses. The EMB is intended to provide information regarding the credit union and will meet all required performance standards as outlined in Section 12-11-6(B) of the Zoning Code. Additionally, the proposed EMB is located at least 250’ from the closets residence, as is required by code (the EMB is 300’ from the closest residence). The new freestanding sign will help guide customers to the southern entrance of the shopping center along Village Court and will help eliminate any confusion about where to go to access the building or drive-through. 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: The proposed signs will not create an interference with traffic on surrounding public thoroughfares. The EMB will be used to share Partnership Financial information and will meet all required performance standards as outlined in Section 12-11-6(B) of the Zoning Code. The new freestanding sign proposed for the corner of Northwest highway and Village Court will help safely guide customers to Partnership Financial’ s building and drive-through. The sign is intended to clarify any confusion about how to access the building. I. The proposed Conditional Use does not result in the destruction, loss, or damage of natural, scenic, or historic features of major importance: Comment: The proposed new signs would not cause the destruction, loss, or damage of any natural, scenic or historic features of major importance. The signs will be used to enhance a site that has already been developed. J. The proposed Conditional Use complies with all additional regulations in the Zoning Ordinance specific to the Conditional Use requested: Comment: As part of the Conditional Use for a Localized Alternative Sign Regulation request, the petitioner is proposing the new freestanding sign have a setback of 3’, when 5’ is required per code. In the absence of a Conditional Use for a Localized Alternative Sign Regulation, a variation would be required to have a freestanding sign with this setback. Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 8 Recommendation: I recommend approval of the Conditional Use Permit for a Localized Alternative Sign Regulation at 22-58 E. Northwest Highway, based on a 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) of the City of Des Plaines Zoning Ordinance, subject to the following conditions: Condition of Approval: 1. Three feet of landscaping in all directions be provided at the base of the new freestanding sign, per the standards set forth in Section 12-11-4(G), as well as for both the existing freestanding signs. This landscaping shall be comprised of low-lying evergreen shrubs, perennials, and annuals. 2. The new EMB advertise for Cumberland Commons only (i.e., it may not advertise for off-premise events or businesses). Planning and Zoning Board Procedure: Under Section 12-3-4(D) (Procedure for Review and Decision for Conditional Uses) of the Zoning Ordinance, the Planning and Zoning Board has the authority to recommend that the City Council approve, approve subject to conditions, or deny the above-mentioned Conditional Use Permit for a Localized Alternative Sign Regulation at 22-58 E. Northwest Highway. The City Council has final authority on the proposal. Chairman Szabo asked if the Board has any questions. There were none. He asked if the audience is in favor or opposed to this proposal. No one responded. A motion was made by Board Member Saletnik, seconded by Board Member Fowler, to recommend approval to City Council with two Conditions as presented by Staff. AYES: Saletnik, Fowler, Hofherr, Catalano, Schell, Szabo NAYES: None ***MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY*** Chairman Szabo advised a recommendation for approval would be submitted to City Council. 2. Address: 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road Case 18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD The petitioner is requesting an Amendment to the Official Des Plaines Zoning Map, as amended, under Section 12-3-7 of the 1998 City of Des Plaines Zoning Ordinance, as amended, to reclassify the properties from the C-2 Limited Office Commercial District to the C-3 General Commercial District; and A Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) under Section 12-3-5 of the 1998 City Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 9 of Des Plaines Zoning Ordinance, as amended, and a Tentative Plat of Subdivision, under Section 13-2-1 of Subdivision Regulations of the City of Des Plaines Municipal Code, to allow for the construction of a commercial development including a gas station and convenience store, drive- through restaurant, and multi-tenant retail building. PINs: 09-33-300-001-0000; -002; -003; -004; -005; -006; -007; -008; -009; 09-33-301-008- 0000; -014; -015 Petitioner: Hoffmann Alpha Omega Development Group LLC, 2330 Hammond Street, Suite G, Schaumburg, IL 60173 Owner: NCB Development XXVIII, 6111 N. River Road, Rosemont, IL 60018 Chairman Szabo swore in Jennifer LaSota, President, Hoffmann Alpha Omega Development Group LLC, 2330 Hammond Street, Suite G, Schaumburg, IL; Michael Caldwell, PE, CFM, President, CE LTD., 1316 N. Madison Street, Woodstock, IL; & Steve Rocchi, Director of Design Operations, Alpa Construction, 6601 S. Central, Bedford Park, IL. Ms. LaSota advised they are requesting a zoning change. She gave a history of Hoffmann Alpha Omega. Ms. LaSota noted Mr. Hoffmann is also the owner of Ala Carte Entertainment. Ms. LaSota shared the site is 3.86 acres (at Pratt and Mannheim). Due to challenges of its irregular shape, the building was placed leaving green space at the corner of Pratt and Mannheim and along the tollway. There will be a convenience store, gas pumps, restaurant space, retail space, drive- thru restaurant and 149 total parking spaces. Access is off both Mannheim and Pratt. Mr. Caldwell stated site distance would be appropriately approved by IDOT. Pratt is currently two lanes and would be widened to accommodate a left-turn lane onto Mannheim. There is an existing right-of-way and City sewer (which is being rerouted with an appropriate easement). Emergency vehicles’ needs have been met. The site has an above-ground detention facility; stormwater will be cleaner and the site will have an open-space feature. He highlighted same and noted this complies with the Zoning Map Amendment requirements (A through E). Chairman asked if the Board has questions. Board Member Hofherr asked: • if a sign would be on the tollway. Mr. Caldwell stated there is an existing billboard on outlot (A) that will be landscaped; it is not owned by us. • if the sign would be used for promoting the center. Mr. Caldwell advised – no. Board Member Fowler asked if there are any tenants. Ms. LaSota stated a casual restaurant and other tenants will be secured. Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 10 Mr. Rocchi introduced himself and noted (there will be): • green trees • detention pond; park-like feel • monument sign on NW corner and another at the Mannheim entrance to the site • existing photos of site condition were shown along with new renderings and elevations • drive-thru restaurant • 10 gas pumps • Mixed retail • Convenience store • Materials are: o brick, stone, metal panels, brass, stucco • Retail buildings will have relief and bump outs; one homogenous development Chairman Szabo asked if this would be plaster. It was stated it would be better than Dryvit/EIFS. Chairman Szabo asked Staff to provide the Staff Report which Senior Planner Bye did: Issue: The petitioner is requesting an Amendment to the Official Des Plaines Zoning Map, as amended, under Section 12-3-7 of the 1998 City of Des Plaines Zoning Ordinance, as amended, to reclassify the properties from the C-2 Limited Office Commercial District to the C-3 General Commercial District. Additionally, the petitioner is requesting a Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) under Section 12-3-5 of the 1998 City of Des Plaines Zoning Ordinance, as amended, and a Tentative Plat of Subdivision, under Section 13-2-1 of Subdivision Regulations of the City of Des Plaines Municipal Code, to allow for the construction of a commercial development including a gas station and convenience store, drive-through restaurant, and multi-tenant retail building. Analysis: Preliminary Planned Unit Development Report Owners: NCB Development XXVIII, 6111 N. River Road, Rosemont, IL 60018 Petitioner: Hoffmann Alpha Omega Development Group LLC, 2330 Hammond Street, Suite G, Schaumburg, IL 60173 Case Number: 18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 11 Real Estate Index Numbers: 09-33-300-001-0000; -002; -003; -004; -005; -006; -007; -008; - 009; 09-33-301-008-0000; -014; -015 Ward: #6, Alderman Malcolm Chester Existing Zoning C-2 Limited Office Commercial Existing Land Use Vacant Surrounding Zoning North: C-3 General Commercial South: Tollway; C-3 General Commercial East: Railroad; R-1 Single-Family Residential West: N/A (Rosemont) Surrounding Land Use North: Commercial (banquet hall) South: Tollway; commercial development under construction East: Railroad; ComEd facility West: Commercial (hotel) Street Classification The Comprehensive Plan designates Mannheim Road as an arterial road and Pratt Avenue as a local road. Comprehensive Plan Entertainment is the recommended use of the property Project Description The petitioner, Hoffmann Alpha Omega Development Group, LLC, is requesting a Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD), and Tentative Plat of Subdivision in order to construct a commercial development including a gas station and convenience store, drive-through restaurant, and multi-tenant retail building at the southeast corner of Mannheim Road and Pratt Avenue. The 3.88 acre parcel is zoned C-2 Limited Office Commercial and is currently vacant. The C-2 zoning district allows for low-impact office-type uses; however, restaurants (unless incorporated in an office building or hotel), retail stores, and gas stations are not permitted. As a result, the petitioner is requesting a zoning change from the C-2 Limited Office Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 12 Commercial District to the C-3 General Commercial District, where these types of uses are permitted. The development is proposed to have one entrance/exit off of Mannheim Road (right in, right out only) and one entrance/exit off of Pratt Avenue. The entrance/exit off of Mannheim Road will utilize the existing curb cut. The development would include the following elements: • A ten-pump gas station at the northern end of the site, closest to Pratt Avenue. A 5,000 square-foot convenience retail store is also proposed for this area. • A 3,500 square-foot restaurant with drive-through, located closest to the Mannheim Road. • A multi-tenant commercial retail building along the eastern edge of the property, south of the convenience store. • A seating area with trellis between the convenience store and multi-tenant retail building. • Two monument signs. One is proposed for the Mannheim Road entrance/exit and one is proposed for the corner at Mannheim Road and Pratt Avenue. The sign located at the Mannheim Road entrance/exit would identify the various development tenants and be 6’ tall and 16’10” wide with a setback of approximately 8’ from the property line. The sign located at the southeast corner of Mannheim Road and Pratt Avenue would include the gas station pricers and an electronic message board, be 9’7” tall and 16’10” wide, and be located approximately 8’ from the lot lines. • One loading zone for the entire site, located in the middle of the property and south of the gas station pumps. The proposed buildings have a modern aesthetic, but at the same time utilize traditional materials such as brick. The buildings are proposed to be constructed of load bearing CMU walls, glass store fronts, and a steer bar joist roof structure. The exterior finish materials include brick veneer, stone veneer, glass and Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 13 metal panels. The buildings have been designed to complement one another with common architectural elements. The proposed site plan calls for 149 parking spaces. 148 parking spaces are required per code, based on the following analysis: • 20 spaces required for the gas station (2 per pump) • 23 spaces required for the convenience retail store (1 space for every 200 square feet of accessory retail; based on an estimated square footage of 4,549 that does not include storage areas, bathrooms, etc.) • 18 spaces for the retail portion identified of the multi- tenant building (1 space for every 250 square feet of gross floor area; based on an estimated square footage of 4,500 that does not include storage areas, bathrooms, etc.) • 37 spaces for the restaurant portion of the multi-tenant building (1 space for every 100 square feet of net floor area plus 1 space for every 3 employees; based on an estimated square footage of 3,000 square feet that does not include storage areas, bathrooms, etc. and 21 employees) • 50 spaces for the drive-through restaurant (1 space for every 50 square feet of net floor area plus 1 space for Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 14 every 3 employees; based on an estimated square footage of 2,330 square feet and 9 employees) Compliance with the Building Design Standards (Zoning Ordinance Section 12-3-11) The proposed development utilizes high quality architecture and building materials and contains attention to detail which meets and exceeds the requirements found in Zoning Ordinance Section 12-3-11. Some of the building design and material choices are as follows: • Modern glass storefronts with floor to ceiling window panes; • Undulating storefront facades to add variety and uniqueness to the retail buildings; • A variety of stone veneer, brick veneer, metal and glass is utilized in a manner to emphasize a modern design for the entire project; • Brick and stone materials utilized around the steel columns supporting the fueling center canopy; and • A signage package that will add visual consistency to the entire development. Compliance with the Comprehensive Plan As the City of Des Plaines is still working with Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) on an update to the Comprehensive Plan, CED staff still refers to the current Comprehensive Plan that was adopted in 2007. There are several parts of the current Comprehensive Plan that align with the proposed project. Those portions are as follows: • Under Future Land Use Map: o The property is marked for Entertainment land uses. These areas include entertainment establishments, such as movie theaters, bowling alleys, casinos, indoor sports arenas, and restaurants • Under Enhancing and Conserving Commercial Areas: o Recommendation #4, “Encourage commercial zones near major intersections. Reduce the number of isolated commercial parcels along arterial corridors and encourage commercial development only near major intersections.” • Under Economic Development: o Goal, “Continue and enhance economic development efforts within the City.”  Objective, “Diversify the City’s economic environment, that the provision of governmental services not rely solely on one specific tax base, and that Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 15 the tax burden on residential property owners may be reduced over time.”  Objective, “Support reinvestment by developers and businesses by utilizing the City’s “economic toolbox” including Tax Increment Financing, Cook County property tax abatements, State of Illinois grants and abatements, and other financial incentives including Enterprise Zones.”  Objective, “Capitalize on the City’s proximity to O’Hare Airport, by encouraging entertainment, hospitality, and dining enterprises to locate to Des Plaines.” While the aforementioned bullet points are only a small portion of the Comprehensive Plan, there is a large emphasis on developing and enhancing our commercial corridors and underutilized properties. Compliance with the TIF #7 Redevelopment Plan The subject site has been vacant for over 15 years. To assist with the development of this property, the City enacted a Tax Increment Finance District (TIF #7) to spur redevelopment of the Mannheim Higgins commercial area including the subject property. The proposed development advances the goals and objectives identified in the Redevelopment Plan. Those goals and objectives are as follows: • Encourage a complimentary and market driven series of commercial and mixed use developments that are organized to provide a variety of goods and services throughout the community; • Encourage aesthetically pleasing and functionally well designed commercial area environments; • Improve the City’s ability to attract and retain high quality employers; • Require adequate buffering to adjacent uses, including parking facilities and loading areas; • Reduce or eliminate blight and other negative factors present within the area; • Accomplish redevelopment over a reasonable amount of time; and • Provide for an attractive overall appearance of the area. The proposed development touches on all of the aforementioned goals and objectives as there are numerous benefits associated with the project including, but not limited: increased landscaping and buffering, high quality architectural design and use of building materials, and Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 16 adding a variety of proposed businesses that will be bring new retail and restaurant options to the immediate and surrounding areas. Compliance with the City’s Strategic Plan, Focus 2022 The City’s current strategic plan lays out a clear vision for future economic development projects. Specifically, under Re-imagined Growth, the Plan states the following: “Facilitate creation of a built environment that reflects our character, and attracts the marketplace that will capitalize on our City’s assets and opportunities”. While there are more specific strategies identified in the Plan, the subject project helps to harness the vision of the City’s Strategic Plan by offering a variety of commercial uses that will enhance our tax base, reactivate a blighted and under-utilized property, and add much needed restaurant and retail options to the Mannheim and Higgins corridor. Zoning Map Amendment Findings As required, the proposed amendment is reviewed below in terms of the standards contained in Section 12-3-7(E) of the Zoning Ordinance: A. Whether the proposed amendment is consistent with the goals, objectives, and policies of the Comprehensive Plan. Comment: The 2007 City of Des Plaines Comprehensive Plan designates the area as Entertainment. These are areas that include entertainment establishments, such as movie theaters, bowling alleys, casinos, indoor sports arenas, and restaurants. The proposed commercial development does plan for a drive-through restaurant, and there is additional space for a restaurant or restaurants in the multi-tenant retail building. The proposed gas station and other retail tenant spaces complement and support existing entertainment uses in the area. The Comprehensive Plan identifies several policies to guide improvement and conservation within commercial areas of the City. One of these is to maintain and improve existing commercial areas. The Comprehensive Plan states that overall access, parking, and maintenance improvements should be undertaken where necessary. Development of the 3.88 acre parcel at Mannheim Road and Pratt Avenue would result in the utilization of a long-vacant parcel on a major commercial corridor. B. Whether the proposed amendment is compatible with the current conditions and the overall character of existing developments in the immediate vicinity of the subject property. Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 17 Comment: The proposed amendment is compatible with the overall character of the existing developments in the area as the properties to the north and south are both zoned C-3 General Commercial (the proposed new zoning of the subject property). This zoning district will allow for more shopping and dining options as compared to the land uses permitted in the C-2 Limited Office district. The C-3 zoning district is an appropriate zoning classification for this property as the proposed businesses/uses will cater to the O’Hare Airport travelers, local residents, nearby workers and motorists traveling on Mannheim Road. C. Whether the proposed amendment is appropriate considering the adequacy of public facilities and services available to the subject property. Comment: After reviewing the petitioner’s building and site improvement plans, it appears that the proposed development is making adequate provision for the necessary infrastructure. The Public Works and Engineering Department has reviewed the preliminary engineering plans and provided comments as necessary. D. Whether the proposed amendment will have an adverse effect on the value of properties throughout the jurisdiction. Comment: There will be no adverse effect on property values with the proposed map amendment. In fact, the rezoning will allow for a long-time vacant property to be developed and brought back to productive use which may assist with increasing nearby property values. E. Whether the proposed amendment reflects responsible standards for development and growth. Comment: The proposed amendment does allow for responsible development and growth. The proposed project allows for single-story commercial uses that will enhance restaurant and retail offerings to the entire community. Planned Unit Development Findings As required, the proposed development is reviewed below in terms of the findings contained in Section 12-3-5(E) of the Zoning Ordinance: A. The extent to which the Proposed Plan is or is not consistent with the stated purpose of the PUD regulations in Section 12-3-5(A): Comment: The proposed plan is consistent with the stated purpose of Section 3.5-A of the Zoning Ordinance as it would provide a variety of retail and dining options to the nearby residents, Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 18 workers, and travelers. The proposed layout will result in an economical network of utilities, streets, and other facilities as there are no new roads nor major extension of utilities being proposed as part of the project. B. The extent to which the proposed plan meets the prerequisites and standards of the planned unit development regulations: Comment: The proposed project meets and exceeds all PUD requirements contained in Section 12-3-5(B) of the Zoning Ordinance as it would be located in a zoning district that permits PUDs (C- 3 General Commercial), meets the minimum size standard of two acres (combined lots is 3.88 acres), and the land is under unified control of the contract purchaser. C. The extent to which the proposed plan departs from the applicable zoning and subdivision regulations otherwise applicable to the subject property, including, but not limited to the density, dimension, area, bulk, and use and the reasons why such departures are or are not deemed to be in the public interest: Comment: The proposed development meets or exceeds the following applicable zoning regulations for the C-3 General Commercial District: • Minimum size for PUD: two acres are required; the total site is 3.88 acres • Parking requirements: 148 spaces are required (see Project Description for parking analysis); 149 are proposed • Setbacks: front, rear, and side yard setbacks of 5’ are required; a minimum setback of 25’ is proposed • Height: a maximum height of 45’ is permitted; a maximum height of 22’ is proposed • Compatibility with surrounding properties: the properties to the north and south along Mannheim Road have similar commercial developments • Traffic: adequate provisions for safe ingress and egress and minimal traffic impact will be provided according to the traffic study • General Design: the general design of the proposed development is not expected to be detrimental to public health, safety or general welfare There are no Planned Unit Development exceptions requested for the proposed development. D. The extent to which the physical design of the proposed development does or does not make adequate provision for public services, provide adequate control of vehicular traffic, provide for, protect open space, and further the amenities of light and air, recreation and visual enjoyment: Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 19 Comment: After reviewing the petitioner’s building and site improvement plans, it appears that the proposed development is making adequate provision for the necessary infrastructure. The Public Works and Engineering Department has reviewed the preliminary engineering plans and provided comments as necessary. The control of vehicular traffic is addressed by the petitioner’s traffic study, composed by KLOA. The study concluded the following: • The traffic generated from the development will be consistent with the surrounding land uses. • The site will contain two access points, one right-in right-out onto Mannheim Road and a full access on Pratt Avenue which will assist with dispersing the traffic throughout the site. • A new left turn lane will be constructed on Pratt Avenue in conjunction with this development to assist vehicles exiting the property and heading southbound on Mannheim Road. E. The extent to which the relationship and compatibility of the proposed development is beneficial or adverse to adjacent properties and neighborhood: Comment: The proposed development is consistent with the patterns and land uses in the surrounding area. The north and south properties are or will be improved with similar commercial and entertainment uses. The property to the west is a hotel/hospitality use and to the east is the existing railroad and ComEd property. It is determined that the proposed project will be beneficial to the adjacent properties and to the neighborhood. F. The extent to which the proposed plan is not desirable to physical development, tax base and economic well-being of the entire community: Comment: The property is currently vacant and several attempts to develop the property have taken place in the past 15 years. If the development is built as proposed, the assessed valuation of the property will increase, which increases property tax revenue for taxing bodies including the City of Des Plaines and thus enhance the economic well-being of the City. Additionally, it is anticipated that the proposed restaurants and fueling station will generate sales and motor fuel tax revenue. G. The extent to which the proposed plan is in conformity with the recommendations of the 2007 Comprehensive Plan: Comment: The proposed development conforms to th e land use plan contained in the 2007 City of Des Plaines Comprehensive Plan and the future land-use designation of ‘Entertainment’. The Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 20 proposed development includes three buildings that will contain restaurants, retail, and a fueling center. The restaura nt/dining option falls under the land use category of ‘Entertainment’. Tentative Plat Report Name of Subdivision: Hoffmann Des Plaines Subdivision Address: 2811 Mannheim Road Request: Approval of a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Total Acreage of Subdivision: 3.88 acres Lot Description: The petitioner’s Tentative Plat of Subdivision shows the existing lots being resubdivided into four lots and two outlots. Utility, access, and sanitary easements are shown throughout. Final Comments Staff Recommendation: I recommend approval of the Zoning Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development and Tentative Plat of Subdivision, subject to the conditions as listed below: Conditions: 1. Should the Preliminary PUD and Tentative Plat of Subdivision be approved, the petitioner must submit and have approved an application for Final PUD and Plat of Subdivision. 2. With the application for Final PUD and Plat of Subdivision, the petitioner shall provide written proof of final engineering approval from the Public Works and Engineering Department. Planning and Zoning Board Procedure: The Planning and Zoning Board may vote to grant or deny approval of the Tentative Plat. If approved, the petitioner’s next step is to submit final engineering plans to the Public Works and Engineering Department and return to the Planning and Zoning Board with an updated plat for Final PUD and Final Plat consideration. The Planning and Zoning Board may vote to recommend approval, approval with modifications, or disapproval. The City Council has final authority over the Map Amendment and Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD). Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 21 Chairman Szabo asked if the Board has any questions. Board Member Catalano asked if the intersection at Pratt & Mannheim would be monitored, and if a light will be installed at some point in the future. Coordinator Ainsworth advised this is part of TIF #7. He noted since this is preliminary, it may be revisited with the Board, and the owner may be asked to split the cost. Board Member Hofherr stated/asked: • southbound traffic on Mannheim can only get into the site via Pratt and there is no dedicated turn lane; perhaps a left-turn lane could be considered • how safe it would be without a stoplight if hotel pedestrians decide to cross the street. Mr. Caldwell advised they are in discussions with Staff at the City of Rosemont to erect a left-turn lane on Mannheim -- then IDOT would be approached. He noted a preliminary analysis was conducted. • to give consideration for hotel guests. Mr. Caldwell replied this is taken seriously. • a light be installed before one year into the project. Mr. Caldwell emphasized, as noted in the report, background must be obtained and presented within a year’s time. IDOT requires the development to be in place for one year before determining whether a light is warranted • what controls there are for parking when there is an event at Allstate Arena. Mr. Caldwell stated this has not been considered; they are happy to receive recommendations. Chairman Szabo asked if audience members are in favor or opposed to this project. The following came forward: • Muhammed Tabani asked/stated: o if the traffic study includes events at Allstate Arena o there is also another gas station nearby Mr. Caldwell responded – there is no objection to having signage noting no parking for events at Allstate Arena. A motion was made by Board Member Catalano, seconded by Board Member Hofherr, to recommend approval to City Council of the Zoning Map Amendment & Preliminary PUD with Conditions as presented by Staff. AYES: Catalano, Hofherr, Fowler, Saletnik, Schell, Szabo NAYES: None ***MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY*** Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 22 Chairman Szabo advised a recommendation for approval would be submitted to City Council. A motion was made by Board Member Saletnik, seconded by Board Member Catalano, to approve the Tentative Plat of Subdivision. AYES: Saletnik, Catalano, Hofherr, Fowler, Schell, Szabo NAYES: None ***MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY*** 3. Address: 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue Case 18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD The petitioner is requesting an Amendment to the Official Des Plaines Zoning Map, as amended, under Section 12-3-7 of the 1998 City of Des Plaines Zoning Ordinance, as amended, to reclassify the properties from the M-2 General Manufacturing District and the R-1 Single-Family Residential District to the R-3 Townhouse Residential District; and A Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the Blue Sky Residence residential PUD under Section 12-3-5 of the 1998 City of Des Plaines Zoning Ordinance, as amended, and a Tentative Plat of Subdivision, under Section 13-2-1 of Subdivision Regulations of the City of Des Plaines Municipal Code, to allow for the construction of a 67-unit, two- and three-story, age-restricted (62+) apartment building with 68 surface parking spaces and 66 in-building parking spaces, with a requested PUD exception from the R-3 Townhouse Residential Zoning District standards under Section 12-7-2(J) of the 1998 City of Des Plaines Zoning Ordinance, as amended, for 2,310 square feet of lot area per dwelling unit, instead of not less than 2,800 square feet. PINs: 09-17-103-031-0000; -041; -042; -044; -045; -048 Petitioner: Daniel Pontarelli, 1204 E. Central Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60005 Owner: Robert & Patricia Lonze, 946 North Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016; Scotland E. Hodlmair & Noreen R. Hodlmair, 654 Arlington Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016 Chairman Szabo swore in Daniel Pontarelli, 1204 E. Central Road, Arlington Heights, IL & Dan Shomon, Dan Shomon, Inc. 55 E. Monroe, Suite 3800, Chicago, IL. Mr. Shoman advised this project is an age-restricted senior development – one of which is also in Morton Grove and highly-rated by its Mayor. Improvements are: • reduced height and density • adding green space & trees Mr. Pontarelli advised: Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 23 • this is residential with lowered parapet walls • renderings were shown • traffic study was conducted • landscape area on rooftop (with pergola, planter barrier) • Revised site plan: o relocation of east entry; now there are pipes beneath the road o west entrances for parking o 2nd and 3d floors were shown (kitchen, activity area, fitness area, dry sauna) o heated parking garage o hobby area and private room o main level (lobby, delivery area) o floor plans/elevations were shown o green roof on 3rd level o putting green now at rear of property; 5-car garage eliminated; have smaller garage for storage now o reduced surface parking, added green space Mr. Shoman highlighted: • traffic study • emergency vehicles (stable hours) • these are rental units • property values will be increased Chairman Szabo asked if the Board has questions. Board Member Fowler asked/stated: • where the other property in Morton Grove is. Mr. Shoman advised it is not theirs, but recommended by the Mayor. Mr. Pontarelli noted it is at the corner of Lehigh & Lincoln. • she is concerned about signage affecting neighbors; narrow entry/awkward space. Mr. Pontarelli stated the west portion is 147 ft.; other entrance is 96 ft. • LED lighting is low and controlled. Staff suggested internally-illuminated rather than externally-illuminated. Chairman Szabo asked Staff to provide the Staff Report which Senior Planner Bye did: Issue: The petitioner is requesting an Amendment to the Official Des Plaines Zoning Map, as amended, under Section 12-3-7 of the 1998 City of Des Plaines Zoning Ordinance, as amended, to reclassify the properties from the M-2 General Manufacturing District and the R-1 Single-Family Residential District to the R-3 Townhouse Residential District, and a Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) under Section 12-3-5 of the 1998 City of Des Plaines Zoning Ordinance, as Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 24 amended, and a Tentative Plat of Subdivision, under Section 13-2-1 of Subdivision Regulations of the City of Des Plaines Municipal Code, to allow for the construction of a 67-unit, two- and three- story age-restricted (62+) apartment building with 68 surface parking spaces and 66 in-building parking spaces, with a requested PUD exception from the R-3 Townhouse Residential Zoning District standards under Section 12-7-2(J) of the 1998 City of Des Plaines Zoning Ordinance, as amended, for 2,310 square feet of lot area per dwelling unit, instead of not less than 2,800 square feet. Analysis: Preliminary Planned Unit Development Report Owners: Robert & Patricia Lonze, 946 North Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016; Scotland E. Hodlmair & Noreen R. Hodlmair, 654 Arlington Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016 Petitioner: Daniel Pontarelli, 1204 E. Central Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60005 Case Number: 18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD Real Estate Index Numbers: 09-17-103-031-0000; 09-17-103-041-0000; 09-17-103-042-0000; 09-17-103-044-0000; 09-17-103-045-0000; 09-17-103-048-0000 Ward: #3, Alderman Denise Rodd Existing Zoning M-2 General Manufacturing District; R-1 Single-Family Residential District Existing Land Use The parcels currently zoned R-1 are primarily vacant, with one existing single-family home to be torn down according to the plans submitted; the M-2 property is currently improved with an industrial building Surrounding Zoning North: Railroad; M-2 General Manufacturing District South: R-1 Single-Family Residential District East: M-2 General Manufacturing District; R-1 Single-Family Residential District West: Railroad; M-2 General Manufacturing District; R-1 Single- Family Residential District Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 25 Surrounding Land Use North: Railroad; Industrial South: Single-family residential East: Industrial/Residential West: Industrial/Residential Street Classification The Comprehensive Plan designates North Avenue as a local street Comprehensive Plan Traditional Single Family is the recommended use of the property Project Description The petitioner, Dan Pontarelli, is proposing a 67-unit, age- restricted (62 years and older) apartment building at 946 North Avenue. The development site is comprised of six individual lots that combined are 3.54 acres in size. Currently, these parcels of land are zoned M-2 General Manufacturing and R-1 Single-Family Residential and are occupied by a vacant industrial building. Multiple-family residential is not permitted in the above- mentioned zoning districts; as a result, the petitioner is seeking to rezone the parcels to the R-3 Townhouse Residential District, where this type of development is allowed. There are 67, one-bedroom apartments proposed for the site, all to be located in a single two- and three-story brick building. An outdoor, landscaped rooftop deck is proposed for the front of the third story where there are no apartments. Additional amenities in the building include a craft room, wine room, lobby, exercise room, sauna, and multi-purpose room with kitchenette. Outdoor amenities include a putting green, bocce court, seating area with fire pit, and walking path. The petitioner is proposing 66 in-building parking spaces and 68 surface parking spaces, for a total of 134. As two parking spaces per dwelling unit are needed per the Zoning Ordinance, the number of parking spaces provided satisfies this requirement. Vehicular access to the site would be provided by two curb cuts off of North Avenue. The petitioner was previously before the Planning and Zoning Board and City Council in 2017 for approval of a similar project. The proposed age-restricted apartment building was denied by the City Council at that time. Though a similar concept and Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 26 building location, please note the following changes between last year’s plan and the current submittal: reduction in the number of units from 70 to 67, reduction in the height of the building to two stories in some parts, reduction in the size of the detached garage from 1,315 square feet to 350 square feet, change in the location of the east site entrance to the middle of the frontage, and elimination of the active recreation area between the two homes at 938 and 952 North Avenue. The petitioner has waited one year to submit this application, which is the required timeframe per the Zoning Ordinance. Zoning Map Amendment Findings As required, the proposed amendment is reviewed below in terms of the standards contained in Section 12-3-7(E) of the Zoning Ordinance: A. Whether the proposed amendment is consistent with the goals, objectives, and policies of the Comprehensive Plan. Comment: The 2007 City of Des Plaines Comprehensive Plan designates the area as Traditional Single Family. As defined by the Plan, Traditional Single Family is a residential area that includes single-family detached dwellings at densities greater than the large-lot single-family classification. The minimum required lot size for single-family homes, based on the Zoning Ordinance, is 6,875 square feet, which would allow for 22 single-family homes on the proposed site (though this does not account for required public right-of-way and open space). The proposal calls for 67 dwelling units at 2,310 square feet of lot area per unit. This is more in line with the Low-Density Multi- Family Residential classification that calls for 22 dwelling units per acre. B. Whether the proposed amendment is compatible with the current conditions and the overall character of existing developments in the immediate vicinity of the subject property. Comment: The parcels in question are bounded by train tracks to the north, train tracks and single-family homes to the west, single-family homes to the south, and an industrial property and single-family homes to the east. The proposed rezoning to the R-3 Townhouse Residential District would prohibit industrial and single-family residential uses and allow for either townhomes or multiple-family dwelling units, as is proposed. Though this type of residential use allows for higher densities than single-family homes, it does provide for a good transition between the single-family residences and train tracks. C. Whether the proposed amendment is appropriate considering the adequacy of public facilities and services available to the subject property. Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 27 Comment: If the zoning amendment is approved, no additional expansion of public facilities or services is anticipated. The proposed development is approximately one mile from the amenities offered in downtown Des Plaines, which may be walkable for some. Additionally, the petitioner has been made aware of the requirement to either dedicate parkland to the Des Plaines Park District or pay a fee-in-lieu based on the impact the development will have on local parks. The petitioner’s traffic impact study, completed by Gewalt Hamilton Associates, Inc. of Vernon Hills, IL, concluded that the traffic generated by the proposed development represents a negligible impact on adjacent roadways and intersections. The traffic study (originally dated December 20, 2016) was prepared with the assumption that 75 units, as opposed to 67 units, would be constructed; however, an addendum (dated July 13, 2018) confirmed that the reduction in units would result in a slight reduction in anticipated traffic volumes. Additionally, trip distribution is expected to be identical when considering 75 units versus 67 units. D. Whether the proposed amendment will have an adverse effect on the value of properties throughout the jurisdiction. Comment: The reuse and improvement of the site is expected to increase property values of the surrounding community, especially when considering the potential for an industrial use given the current M-2 General Manufacturing District zoning. E. Whether the proposed amendment reflects responsible standards for development and growth. Comment: The proposed map amendment to reclassify the properties to the R-3 Townhouse Residential District complies with the Comprehensive Plan’s call for residential in this area; however, the proposed multiple-family apartment building is not in line with the Traditional Single Family classification identified in the Comprehensive Plan. The proposal calls for 67 dwelling units at 2,310 square feet of lot area per unit; this is more in line with the Low-Density Multi-Family Residential classification that calls for 22 dwelling units per acre. Planned Unit Development Findings As required, the proposed development is reviewed below in terms of the findings contained in Section 12-3-5(E) of the Zoning Ordinance: A. The extent to which the Proposed Plan is or is not consistent with the stated purpose of the PUD regulations in Section 12-3-5(A): Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 28 Comment: The proposed plan is consistent with the stated purpose of Section 12-3-5(A) of the Zoning Ordinance in that the multiple-family residential development would allow for a more efficient use of land resulting in more economic networks of utilities, streets and other facilities not possible under the strict application of the Zoning Ordinance. Additionally, the proposed PUD offers a creative approach to the use of land that results in better development and design and the construction of aesthetic amenities. B. The extent to which the proposed plan meets the prerequisites and standards of the planned unit development regulations: Comment: The proposed Planned Unit Development meets all PUD requirements contained in Section 12-3-5(B) of the Zoning Ordinance as it would be located in a zoning district that permits PUDs (R-3 Townhouse Residential District), meets the minimum size standard of two acres (combined lot is 3.54 acres), and the land is under unified control of Blue Sky Residence LLC as the contract purchaser. C. The extent to which the proposed plan departs from the applicable zoning and subdivision regulations otherwise applicable to the subject property, including, but not limited to the density, dimension, area, bulk, and use and the reasons why such departures are or are not deemed to be in the public interest: Comment: The proposed development meets or exceeds the following applicable zoning regulations for the R-3 Townhouse Residential District: • Minimum size for PUD: two acres are required; the total site is 3.54 acres • Maximum building coverage: not applicable in the R-3 Townhouse Residential District • Parking requirements: 134 spaces (two per unit) are required; 134 are proposed • Setbacks: a front yard setback of 25 feet, side yard setbacks of 10 feet, and a rear yard setback of 30 feet are required; a front yard setback of at least 62 feet 10 inches, side yard setbacks of a minimum of 10 feet 10 inches, and a rear yard setback of 32 feet 9 inches feet are proposed • Height: A maximum height of 45 feet is permitted; 36 feet 6 inches (to the top of the roof) is proposed • Compatibility with surrounding properties: a negative impact from the proposed multiple-family residential use is not anticipated; the properties to the south have residential uses, while the properties to the north, east and west currently have industrial uses • Traffic: adequate provisions for safe ingress and egress and minimal traffic impact will be provided according to the traffic study Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 29 • General design: the general design of the proposed apartment building is not expected to be detrimental to public health, safety or general welfare; the building will have a brick facade that complements the surrounding neighborhood A Planned Unit Development exception is requested for: • Lot area per dwelling unit: a minimum of 2,800 square feet per dwelling unit is required; 2,310 square feet per dwelling unit it proposed (an approximately 17.5% reduction in required lot area per dwelling unit) D. The extent to which the physical design of the proposed development does or does not make adequate provision for public services, provide adequate control of vehicular traffic, provide for, protect open space, and further the amenities of light and air, recreation and visual enjoyment: Comment: After reviewing the petitioner’s preliminary building and site improvement plans, it appears the necessary infrastructure has been accounted for. The petitioner has been working with the Public Works and Engineering Department to further address this issue. In terms of recreational amenities proposed for the site, the petitioner has identified on the site plan a walking path, putting green, and bocce court. A seating area with fire pit is proposed for the bocce court area. Additionally, the developer has been made aware of the requirement for a parks dedication or impact fee for the development, which will likely take the form of a fee-in-lieu donation to the Des Plaines Park District. The petitioner may receive credit for the proposed recreational amenities, as approved by the City Council. The control of vehicular traffic is addressed in the petitioner’s professional traffic impact study, which was performed by Gewalt Hamilton Associates, Inc. of Vernon Hills, IL. The study concluded that the traffic generated by the proposed development represents a negligible impact on adjacent roadways and intersections. The study also concluded that at morning and evening peak travel times, the traffic created by the proposed development would be equal to or less than the traffic created by a traditional non-age restricted development of 55 units (the number of units that would be permitted based on the requirement of 2,800 square feet of lot area per dwelling unit) or an industrial use (which would be permitted by-right under the current zoning designation). Please note that the original traffic study (dated December 20, 2016) was performed under the assumption that 75 units, instead of 67, were proposed. An addendum (dated July 13, 2018) confirmed that the reduction in units would result in a slight reduction in anticipated traffic volumes. Additionally, trip distribution is expected to be identical when considering 75 units versus 67 units. Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 30 E. The extent to which the relationship and compatibility of the proposed development is beneficial or adverse to adjacent properties and neighborhood: Comment: The style, location and massing of the proposed apartment building is compatible with the surrounding uses. All parking and site amenities have been located to the rear of the lot, behind the existing single-family homes. G. The extent to which the proposed plan is not desirable to physical development, tax base and economic well-being of the entire community: Comment: The proposed multiple-family residential use of the site would likely have a greater positive impact on property values and tax base over the existing industrial use. Once the apartment building is constructed and occupied, there will be greater demands on city services, city streets, and other public facilities; however, it is believed that the City’s current public services and public facilities will be able to accomodate the increased need for services at this location without being overburdened. G. The extent to which the proposed plan is in conformity with the recommendations of the 2007 Comprehensive Plan: Comment: The 2007 City of Des Plaines Comprehensive Plan recommends the site as Traditional Single Family. As defined by the Plan, Traditional Single Family is a residential area that includes single-family detached dwellings at densities greater than the large-lot single-family classification. The minimum required lot size for single-family homes, based on the Zoning Ordinance, is 6,875 square feet, which would allow for 22 single-family homes on the proposed site (though this does not account for required public right-of-way and open space). The proposal calls for 67 dwelling units at 2,310 square feet of lot area per unit. This is more in line with the Low-Density Multi- Family Residential classification that calls for 22 dwelling units per acre. Tentative Plat Report Name of Subdivision: Blue Sky Residence Address: 946 North Avenue Request: Approval of a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Total Acreage of Resubdivision: 3.54 acres Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 31 Lot Descriptions and Construction Plans: The petitioner’s Preliminary Plat of Subdivision shows the existing parcels combined into one lot. It shows easements for public utilities and storm water management around the perimeter and through the site. Tentative Plat Comments: 1. If approved, the Final Plat of Subdivision must shows all elements identified in Section 13-2-5 (Final Plat Requirements) of the Municipal Code. Final Comments Summary and Staff Recommendations: Staff supports the proposed rezoning from M-2 General Manufacturing and R-1 Single-Family Residential to R-3 Townhouse Residential, as well as the proposed age-restricted, multiple-family apartment building. Though the Comprehensive Plan calls for this area to be single-family residential, this type of development is not likely given the proximity to multiple railroad tracks and other industrial facilities. However, a multiple-family use can serve as a buffer between the existing single-family homes and the railroad tracks, especially given the fact that the site could be used industrially by-right under the current zoning. Staff believes that the age-restricted, multiple-family use is the best use of the site in terms of impact on the surrounding community. The traffic impact study provided by the petitioner provides further evidence of this. I recommend approval of the Zoning Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development and Tentative Plat of Subdivision, subject to the conditions as listed below. Conditions of Approval: 3. Should the Preliminary PUD and Tentative Plat of Subdivision be approved by the City Council, the petitioner must submit and have approved an application for Final PUD and Plat of Subdivision. 4. The petitioner must comply with provisions for a parks dedication or impact fee (to be determined by the City Council), per Section 13-4 of the Municipal Code. 5. With the application for Final PUD and Plat of Subdivision, the petitioner shall provide written proof of final engineering approval from the Public Works and Engineering Department. 6. The petitioner must submit a noise attention study with the application for Final PUD and Plat of Subdivision. Planning and Zoning Board Procedure: The Planning and Zoning Board may vote to grant or deny approval of the Tentative Plat. If approved, the petitioner’s next step is to submit final engineering Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 32 plans to the Public Works and Engineering Department and return to the Planning and Zoning Board with an updated plat for Final Plat consideration. The Planning and Zoning Board may vote to recommend approval, approval with modifications, or disapproval. The City Council has final authority over the Map Amendment and Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD). Ronald Sorce, with Sorce Architecture, was sworn in and came forward to address the narrowing of the roadway (noting the residential area is 66 ft.). Board Member Fowler asked how the City will address the increase in traffic (noting there is a new development on Ellinwood). Mr. Sorce advised this is a senior development. Residents will not have cars as a family would. He noted it would be relatively quiet. Chairman Szabo asked if anyone in the audience is in favor of the project. No one responded. He asked if anyone is opposed to this proposal; 25 people raised their hands. The following came forward and were sworn in: • John Thompson, 892 Hollywood Avenue He referred to his letter to the Board and stated: o Item #4 – The project is compatible for R-1 in the neighborhood This is an opinion of the developer. Mr. Thompson has spoken with 150 residents, and no one is in favor. o How the building will be restricted to age 62 and older. o Traffic-impact study is flawed; Code Elderly Housing 252 discusses no activity area or no dining facility. o Notification to residents is not adequate; within 300 ft. only encompasses 6 houses. Residents are upset this is being proposed again; signage is not being seen. • Muhammed Tabani o Retirees are not 62 these days. o Traffic study does not include Prairie. o Meeting signage is not adequate (should be placed throughout neighborhood, not just on site). o Comprehensive Plan states site should be R-1 Residential. o Morton Grove’s location is near Dempster. o The existing road is in need of resurfacing; what impact the development will have on this. o Detention pond breeds mosquitos. Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 33 • Linda Wojcik, 907 North Avenue (representing the residents in the neighborhood) o On the corner of School & North, there are busses transporting children o Distributed last year’s PZB Agenda to the Board (from June 13, 2017) and advised the Board voted – no – 7-1. She noted this change is only 3 units less and minimal parking spaces. o Residents have nothing in walking distance; will use cars. o What parking is anticipated for guests? o Why wouldn’t someone rent in downtown Des Plaines? What happens if these don’t sell? This is a residential area. o 100 freight trains go by; they are loud. • Victor Morillo, 917 North Avenue o Against this project. o Is a new homeowner. o Traffic has (already) increased. o Does not fit the aesthetics of the neighborhood. • Tom Simeone, 621 Parsons Avenue o There already is an increase in traffic; townhouses are going up; since living here for 25 years, traffic has increased by 5 times. o This is a residential area. o Townhomes were allowed; in past, we were not supposed to build west of Graceland. • Erin Johnson, 994 Hollywood o 7 houses have additions with 3 new homes. o Concerned about flooding which occurs often. • Matthew Anderson, 892 Woodlawn o Dayton Freight’s lot is lit. How will this development’s lights affect the pollution? o Should be a manufacturing facility. Chairman Szabo stated there are a lot less trucks than there used to be. • Mark Gawlinski, 1053 North Avenue o Has lived here 18 years. Sees more truck traffic coming up North Avenue. With 67 units, there will be a lot of traffic. o Doesn’t fit the neighborhood. • Sal Guzio, 915 Hollywood (lived here 54 years) Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 34 o Concerned that vehicle spaces may include boats, trailers, RVs. Landscaping trucks are parked on residential streets. • John Ley, 894 Greenview o Greenview is one of the only streets that will go through the development. Many park on the street. o Did not receive a notice about this meeting. Coordinator Ainsworth reported that the Petitioner sent an affidavit of public notice to the City. • Cindy Bruns, 809 North Avenue o She never received a notice for this meeting. Mr. Shoman responded: • this project will reduce flooding as there will be more detention added to this project versus the existing development. • Gewalt Hamilton Associates Inc. performed the traffic study. • if this were a storage facility, it could be open 24 hours. Mr. Pontarelli stated: • they have looked at this property for some time. This will not become single-family homes. This will stabilize the area. Facilities like this are typically tucked into all neighborhoods. This will be the stepping stone to move away from an industrial area. • this would improve flood control. Board Member Fowler asked why apartments and not condos. Mr. Pontarelli stated – condos have to be 40-50% occupied before banks offer financing. He noted trends are moving away from homeownership towards renting. This offers no maintenance; freedom; don’t have to pay taxes. Board Member Saletnik thanked Petitioner for returning and responding to comments from the previous PZB meeting. He shared with the audience that Staff is adept at turning dilapidated areas into viable parts of the community. This is a difficult site. Petitioner has been tenacious to make something happen. This will raise property values. Board Member Saletnik stated he appreciates the communication between Staff and developers. He closed with…..there are a lot of good things happening in Des Plaines. Audience member, Muhammed Tabani, returned to say: • with this project, there is only one way to enter and exit. • Shouldn’t we respect the current Comprehensive Plan? Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 35 Chairman Szabo stated the area is dilapidated and an eyesore. It is a controversial site. We must consider the best and most viable opportunity for this site. Board Member Saletnik shared with the audience that the City Council reads the PZB’s minutes, listens to everyone, then makes a decision. Chairman Szabo reiterated there is a reduction in truck traffic since the site has been vacant. Audience member, John Thompson, returned to say: • with 244 vehicles per day, he invites everyone to come by; it is a unique area. • perhaps the duty is to generate revenue for the City. • why not a smaller project that would generate less traffic? Board Member Catalano advised he is a Civil Engineer and referred to the traffic study report. He stated the traffic impact would be nominal and shared that Petitioners are held to high criteria. It is a better design than what’s there now. Board Member Schell asked who pays the engineers that produce the traffic studies. Board Member Catalano replied – the developers. Board Member Schell asked why we don’t see traffic studies that do not support a proposed new development. Board Member Catalano stated that if a traffic study came in that did not support a development, Staff would not let that development get before the PZB and City Council; the development could not move forward. A motion was made by Board Member Catalano, seconded by Board Member Saletnik, to grant approval of the Tentative Plat of Subdivision with Conditions as presented by Staff. AYES: Catalano, Saletnik, Hofherr, Szabo NAYES: Fowler, Schell ***MOTION CARRIED 4-2*** A motion was made by Board Member Catalano, seconded by Board Member Saletnik, to recommend approval to City Council for the MAP Amendment and PUD. AYES: Catalano, Saletnik, Hofherr, Szabo NAYES: Fowler, Schell ***MOTION CARRIED 4-2*** Chairman Szabo advised a recommendation for approval would be submitted to City Council. Case #18-076-CU 22-58 E. Northwest Highway – Conditional Use Permit Case #18-077-MAP-SUB-PUD 2805-2811 S. Mannheim Road – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision Case #18-078-MAP-SUB-PUD 930, 946, & 970 North Avenue – Map Amendment, Preliminary Planned Unit Development, & a Tentative Plat of Subdivision August 28, 2018 Page 36 OLD BUSINESS • Training Coordinator Ainsworth advised development updates would be provided regularly to the Board. He noted the Opus project is underway. Board Member Fowler asked if she could be updated on training (as she was absent for the presentation). Coordinator Ainsworth advised he would provide same. • Grant It was noted a $100,000 grant was awarded to Firewater Saloon (which will occupy the former Olivetti’s space). ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Board Member Fowler, seconded by Board Member Hofherr, to adjourn the meeting at 9:18 p.m. On a voice vote, the motion carried unanimously. Sincerely, Gale Cerabona, Recording Secretary cc: City Officials, Aldermen, Zoning Board of Appeals, Petitioners