2018-10-15 - Ordinance 2018-048 - GRANTING AMENDMENT TO SPECIAL USE FOR SKY FITNESS, 1501 BUSCH PKWYORDINANCE NO. 2018 - 048
GRANTING AN AMENDMENT TO SPECIAL USE ORDINANCE 97-4
AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCES 2015-56, 2016-048, 2017-050, 2018-019 AND PRELIMINARY PLAN
APPROVAL
Sky Fitness Corporation
1501 Busch Parkway, Buffalo Grove, IL
WHEREAS, the Village of Buffalo Grove is a Home Rule Unit by virtue of the Illinois Constitution
of 1970; and,
WHEREAS, the real property ("Property") hereinafter legally described in Exhibit A is zoned in
the (1) Industrial District and is located at 1501 Busch Parkway, Buffalo Grove, Illinois; and,
WHEREAS, in 1997, the Village Board approved by Ordinance 97-4 a special use for a fitness
facility; and,
WHEREAS, in 2015, the Village Board approved Ordinance 2015-56 amending the original special
use to allow for an addition with a first floor swimming pool, second floor basketball court and a third
floor mezzanine with variations; and,
WHEREAS, in 2016, the Village Board approved Ordinance 2016-048 amending the Special Use
Ordinance No. 2015-56 to reduce the size and height of the building addition; and,
WHEREAS, in 2017, the Village Board approved Ordinance 2017-050 amending the original
special use and approval of the preliminary plan for a one story addition on the eastern side of the
building; and,
WHEREAS, in 2018, the Village Board approved Ordinance 2018-019 further amending the
original special use and approval of the preliminary plan for an approximately 40,000 square foot
addition with three levels that includes an outdoor swimming pool, club area, and additional exercise
rooms; and,
WHEREAS, a request is being made by Sky Fitness Corporation for an amendment to the original
special use as amended by Ordinances 2015-56, 2016-048, 2017-050, and 2018-019 and approval of the
preliminary plan for a two-story, 4,650 square foot addition. The addition proposed in the Ordinance
2018-019 would remain as approved, however that addition will no longer include the lower level
basement.
WHEREAS, the Village Plan Commission conducted a public hearing on October 3, 2018
concerning the petition for a special use amendment; and,
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WHEREAS, the Planning & Zoning Commission made its findings and determined that the
petition meets the criteria of a special use as set forth in the Buffalo Grove Zoning Ordinance, as
described in the minutes attached as Exhibit C; and,
WHEREAS, the Plan Commission voted 5 to 0 to recommend approval of the amendment to
Special Use Ordinance 97-4 as amended by Ordinances 2015-56, 2016-048, 2017-050, and 2018-019 and
Preliminary Plan Approval subject to condition; and
WHEREAS, the Corporate Authorities of the Village of Buffalo Grove hereby determine that the
amendment is acceptable based on the Plan Commission public hearing record and recommendation.
WHEREAS, the new addition shall be constructed in accordance with and pursuant to the
following exhibits:
EXHIBIT A Legal Description
EXHIBIT B Plan Set
EXHIBIT C Minutes from the October 3, 2018 Planning & Zoning Commission
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE
VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, COOK AND LAKE COUNTIES, ILLINOIS:
Section 1. This Ordinance is made pursuant to and in accordance with the Village's Code of
Ordinances and the Village's Home Rule powers. The preceding whereas clauses are hereby made a part
of this Ordinance.
Section 2. The Corporate Authorities hereby grant approval of an amendment to Special Use
Ordinance No. 97-4 as amended by Ordinances 2015-56, 2016-048, 2017-050, and 2018-019 and
Preliminary Plan Approval, subject to the following condition:
1. The project shall conform to the plans attached as Exhibit B.
Section 3. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage, and
approval. This Ordinance shall not be codified.
AYES: 6—Berman Stein Ottenheimer, Weidenfeld Johnson Smith
NAYS: 0 - None
ABSENT: 0 - None
PASSED: October 15.2018.
APPROVED: October 15 2018.
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APPROVED.
Beverly Suss rro n, Village President
ArFEST:
Jank VI. Sirabia'r,, Village Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
Sky Fitness Corporation
1502 Busch Parkway, Buffalo Grove, IL
SUBJECT PROPERTY LEGAL DESCRIPTION:
Parcel I:
Lot 1, in the Corporate Grove first resubdivision, being a resubdivision of Lots 1 through 7 in the
Corporate Grove, in the southwest quarter of Section 26, Township 43 North, Range 11, East of the Third
Principal Meridian, according to the plat thereof recorded January 31, 1997 as document 3928723, in
Lake County, Illinois.
Parcel II:
Easement for ingress and egress over the westerly 20 feet of Lot 2 in Corporate Grove first resubdivision,
aforesaid, for the benefit of Parcel 1, as reserved on the plat of said resubdivision.
SUBJECT PROPERTY COMMON DESCRIPTION: 1501 Busch Parkway, Buffalo Grove, IL
(PIN 15-26-307-009)
EXHIBIT B
Plan Set
Sky Fitness Corporation
1501 Busch Parkway, Buffalo Grove,
The Sky Fitness Addition is designed to provide additional square footage within a minimal footprint and
to aesthetically coordinate with the existing facility. The additional 29,255 square feet is space planned
to allow Sky Fitness to continue its growth and business plan in developing an upscale fitness facility
with luxurious amenities, bringing differentiating fitness concepts to Buffalo Grove. Most of the
neighboring communities such as Vernon Hills (Lifetime Fitness), Bannockburn (Midtown Athletic) and
Arlington Heights (Midtown Athletic) play host to upscale country club style fitness facilities. These
competitors have hundreds, if not thousands, of Buffalo Grove residents within their membership
populations. We are very confident that once we can provide similar services, we will bring those
memberships back to Buffalo Grove. Those services include an outdoor swimming pool, outdoor sun
deck, a small kitchen to provide simple and healthy food & beverage concepts, a clubhouse and private
lounge to accommodate the food and beverage as well as to host events like parties & social gatherings.
The addition also features upscale spa services which will go hand in hand with the business plan and is
a natural fit with our overall health & wellness concepts. All three of the neighboring competitors
provide spa services.
With the building addition design complete and in for permit approval, we began to discuss our next
phase of work hoping to connect the southeast corner of the existing building to the new building
addition. Through these early discussions, it became evident that this area would not be constructible in
the future due to tight constraints between the detention pond for Woodman's and our new addition
therefore necessitating concurrent construction.
The additional programming space in this area significantly impacts how the first and second floor space
could be utilized more efficiently. It allows the spa services to move to the first and second floors,
eliminates the need for the lower level, which is a very expensive part of the construction, and alleviates
a groundwater infiltration risk inherent with a basement in the water table. Additionally, the
reconsidered programming and modified layout offers higher ceiling heights in some areas and natural
light which could not be accomplished in a lower level. Further, elimination of the lower level reduces
the construction duration and greatly simplifies long term maintenance of the facility. Once the
addition is complete, we strongly believe Sky Fitness will be the destination for Health & Wellness for
both Buffalo Grove and the surrounding communities.
• Approximately 29,255 sf of additional interior space (15,593 sf first floor; 13,662 sf second
floor)
• Minimal footprint
• Aesthetically coordinate with the existing facility with brick, stone and EIFS exterior
construction
• Provide Buffalo Grove residents upscale country club style fitness facilities
Proposed services will include
• Outdoor swimming pool
• Outdoor sun deck
• Small kitchen to provide simple and healthy food & beverage concepts
• Clubhouse and private lounge area
• Host events like parties & social gatherings
• Upscale spa services
• Re -introduce spin cycling program
• Racquet sports & multipurpose sport space for both senior and youth fitness concepts
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17.28.040 - Criteria for special use.
A. All special uses shall meet the following criteria:
1. The special use will serve the public convenience at the location of the
subject property; or the establishment, maintenance or operation of the
special use will not be detrimental to or endanger the public health, safety,
morals, comfort, or general welfare;
Reply to 1. The special use will serve the public convenience at this location
and this special use will not be detrimental or endanger the public health,
safety, morals, comfort, or general welfare.
2. The location and size of the special use, the nature and intensity of the
operation involved in or conducted in connection with said special use, the
size of the subject property in relation to such special use, and the location
of the site with respect to streets giving access to it shall be such that it will
be in harmony with the appropriate, orderly development of the district in
which it is located;
Reply to 2. Sky Fitness has respected the size and space of this special use.
We understand the nature and intensity of this operation and will assure with
respect to giving harmonious access and orderly development of the
business district.
3. The special use will not be injurious to the use and enjoyment of other
property in the immediate vicinity of the subject property for the purposes
already permitted in such zoning district, nor substantially diminish and
impair other property valuations with the neighborhood;
Reply 3.This special use will not be injurious to the use and enjoyment of
other property in the immediate vicinity. This special use will coincide with
the special use already permitted in this zoning and will not diminish or
impair other property values.
4. The nature, location and size of the buildings or structures involved with
the establishment of the special use will not impede, substantially hinder or
discourage the development and use of adjacent land and buildings in accord
with the zoning district within which they lie;
Reply ® nature, location, size of this building structure involved in this
special use will not impede, hinder or discourage the development and use of
adjacent land and buildings in accord with the zoning district. We will not.
5. Adequate utilities, access roads, drainage, and/or other necessary
facilities have been or will be provided;
Reply ® We will provide adequate utilities access roads, drainage and or any
other necessary facilities.
6. Parking areas shall be of adequate size for the particular special use,
which areas shall be properly located and suitably screened from adjoining
residential uses, and the entrance and exit driveways to and from these
parking areas shall be designed so as to prevent traffic hazards, eliminate
nuisance and minimize traffic congestion in the public streets.
Reply ® We will provide adequate parking and adequate size for particular
special use; these areas will be properly located and suitable for the
business district uses. Entrance and exit driveways to and from these
parking areas shall be designed to prevent traffic hazards and to minimize
traffic congestion to the exit streets.
ORDINANCE NO.2018 - 019
GRANTING AN AMENDMENT TO SPECIAL USE ORDINANCE NO.97-4
AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCES NO.2015-56, 2016-048, No. 2017-050, AND PRELIMINARY PLAN
APPROVAL
Sky Fitness Corporation
1501 Busch Parkway, Buffalo Grove, IL
WHEREAS, the Village of Buffalo Grove is a Home Rule Unit by virtue of the Illinois Constitution
of 1970; and,
WHEREAS, the real property ("Property") hereinafter legally described in Exhibit A is zoned in
the (1) Industrial District and is located at 1501 Busch Parkway, Buffalo Grove, Illinois; and,
WHEREAS, in 1997, the Village Board approved by Ordinance No. 97-4 a special use for a fitness
facility; and,
WHEREAS, in 2015, the Village Board approved Ordinance No. 2015-56 amending the original
special use to allow for an addition with a first floor swimming pool, second floor basketball court and a
third floor mezzanine with variations; and,
WHEREAS, in 2016, the Village Board approved Ordinance No. 2016-048 amending the Special
Use Ordinance No. 2015-56 to reduce the size and height of the building addition; and,
WHEREAS, in 2017, the Village Board approved Ordinance No. 2017-050 amending the original
special use as amended by Ordinances No. 2015-56 and No. 2016-48 and approval of the preliminary
plan for a 26,000 square foot addition with an outdoor swimming pool and club area as well as a lower
level with additional exercise rooms;
WHEREAS, a request is being made by Sky Fitness Corporation for an amendment to the original
special use as amended by Ordinances No. 2015-56, No. 2016-048, and No. 2017-050 and approval of
the preliminary plan for an approximately 40,000 square foot addition with three levels that includes an
outdoor swimming pool, club area, and additional exercise rooms; and,
WHEREAS, the Village Plan Commission conducted a public hearing on April 4, 2018 concerning
the petition for a special use amendment; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning & Zoning Commission made its findings and determined that the
petition meets the criteria of a special use as set forth in the Buffalo Grove Zoning Ordinance, as
described in the minutes attached as Exhibit C; and,
WHEREAS, the Plan Commission voted 6 to 0 to recommend approval of the amendment to
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Special Use Ordinance No. 97-4 as amended by Ordinances No. 2015-56, No. 2016-048, and No. 2017-
050 and Preliminary Plan Approval subject to conditions; and
WHEREAS, the Corporate Authorities of the Village of Buffalo Grove hereby determine that the
amendment is acceptable based on the Plan Commission public hearing record and recommendation.
WHEREAS, the new addition shall be constructed in accordance with and pursuant to the
following exhibits:
EXHIBITA Legal Description
EXHIBIT B Site Plan, engineering plans, landscaping and building elevations
EXHIBIT C Minutes from the April 4, 2018 Planning & Zoning Commission
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE
VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, COOK AND LAKE COUNTIES, ILLINOIS:
Section 1. This Ordinance is made pursuant to and in accordance with the Village's Code of
Ordinances and the Village's Home Rule powers. The preceding whereas clauses are hereby made a part
of this Ordinance.
Section 2., The Corporate Authorities hereby grant approval of an amendment to Special Use
Ordinance No. 97-4 as amended by Ordinances No. 2015-56, No. 2016-048, and No. 2017-050 and
Preliminary Plan Approval, subject to the following conditions:
1. The project shall conform to the plans attached as Exhibit B.
2. Additional architectural detailing to help break up the mass of the building along the east
elevation shall be considered as approved by Village staff.
3. The final plans shall be revised in a manner acceptable to the Fire Department.
Section 3. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage, and
approval. This Ordinance shall not be codified.
AYES: 5 — Stein Ottenheimer, Weidenfeld Johnson Smith
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1- Berman
PASSED: April 16, 2018.
APPROVED: April 16, 2018.
APPROVED:
Beverly Sussnon, Village President
ATTEST:
Janet M. Sirabian, Village Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION,
Sky Fitness Corporation
1501 Busch Parkway, Buffalo Grove, IL
SUBJECT PROPERTY LEGAL DESCRIPTION:
Parcel I:
Lot 1, in the Corporate Grove first resubdivision, being a resubdivision of Lots 1 through 7 in the
Corporate Grove, in the southwest quarter of Section 26, Township 43 North, Range 11, East of the Third
Principal Meridian, according to the plat thereof recorded January 31, 1997 as document 3928723, in
Lake County, Illinois.
Parcel II:
Easement for ingress and egress over the westerly 20 feet of Lot 2 in Corporate Grove first resubdivision,
aforesaid, for the benefit of Parcel 1, as reserved on the plat of said resubdivision.
SUBJECT PROPERTY COMMON DESCRIPTION: 1501 Busch Parkway, Buffalo Grove, IL
(PIN 15-26-307-009)
EXHIBIT B
Site Plan, engineering plans, landscaping and building elevations
Sky Fitness Corporation
1501 Busch Parkway, Buffalo Grove, IL
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EXHIBIT C
Minutes from the April 4, 2018 Planning & Zoning Commission
Sky Fitness Corporation
Special Use for a Fitness Center — Request to Expand Existing Fitness Center
04/4/2018
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE
VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 50 RAUPP BOULEVARD,
BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4, 2018
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 PM by Chairman Frank Cesario
Public Hearings/Items For Consideration
3. Consider a Special Use Amendment for Sky Fitness at 1501 Busch Parkway (Trustee
Ottenheimer) (Staff Contact: Chris Stilling)
Larry Heller, Sky Fitness, 1501 Busch Parkway; Diana Wolfe, Premier Design & Build,
1000 W. Irving Park Road, Itasca, IL 60143, Douglas M. White, Greengard, Inc., 111
Barclay Boulevard, Lincolnshire, IL 60069; and Werner H. Brisske, Partners in Design
Architects, 2610 Lake Cook Road, Riverwoods, Illinois 60015, were present and sworn
in.
Mr. Heller reviewed the history of the proposed addition. On October 6, 2015, the Village
Board approved Ordinance 2015-56 granting an amendment to the Special Use
Ordinance 97-4 for an expansion of Sky Fitness's facility. In October 2016, the Village
Board approved Ordinance 2016-48 granting a further amendment to the Special Use
Ordinance allowing the petitioner to modify this addition. Sky Fitness ultimately decided
not to construct this addition. in December 2017, the Village Board approved Ordinance
2017-050, which was a new proposed concept that expanded their facility with a one-
story addition on the eastern side of the building. They have decided to modify the
addition proposed in 2017. Sky Fitness is now proposing to expand their facility with a
two-story addition on the eastern side of the building and replace part of the eastern
parking lot. The footprint of the addition, as approved in 2017 would remain the same.
The addition would now include three levels (lower level, first floor, and second floor), and
cumulatively add between 40,000 - 44, 000 square feet of usable space to the facility. The
height of the building would be 42 feet and match the existing building's height of 42 feet.
As a result of the changes, another amendment is required. The addition will allow Sky
Fitness to continue its growth and business plan in developing an upscale fitness facility
with luxurious amenities, bringing differentiating fitness concepts to Buffalo Grove. Most
of the neighboring communities such as Vernon Hills (Lifetime Fitness), Bannockburn
(Midtown Athletic), and Arlington Heights (Midtown Athletic) play host to upscale country
club -style fitness facilities. These competitors have hundreds if not thousands of Buffalo
Grove residents within their membership populations. The petitioners are very confident
that by providing similar services, many of the former members will be back to Buffalo
Grove Sky Fitness facility. Those services will include an outdoor swimming pool,
outdoor sun deck, a small kitchen to provide simple and healthy food & beverage
concepts, a clubhouse and private lounge area to accommodate the food and beverage
as well as to host events like parties & social gatherings.
Com. Goldspiel asked if there were any changes made to the outdoor pool or screening
based on the conditions of the previous approval. Mr. Stilling reviewed the changes that
were made to the screening. They added decorative columns and accent lighting.
Com. Moodhe recalled concerns with the aesthetics of the windows and noted that the
revised plans appear to have addressed that. He asked about the height of the screening
04/4/2018
wall. Mr. Heller advised that the screening wall will be 8 feet in height. Com. Moodhe
confirmed with Mr. Heller that the new proposed addition will have 3 floors, a lower level,
first floor and second floor. He also asked about the food element. Mr. Heller responded
that he is not sure yet if it will be a full kitchen or if food would be catered in.
Com. Weinstein asked if there were any additional changes to the proposed addition
other than the height. Mr. Heller advised that some design elements were added. Com.
Weinstein asked if the new height of the addition will create issues with sun exposure at
the pool. Mr. Heller responded that it should not create any issues.
There were no additional questions or comments from the Commissioners. There were
no questions or comments from the audience.
Ch. Cesario entered the Staff Report dated April 4, 2018 as Exhibit 1. Mr. Stilling
recommended that a copy of the Powerpoint presentation be entered as Exhibit 2. Ch.
Cesario entered the copy of the presentation as Exhibit 2.
The public hearing was closed at 8:08 PM.
Moved by Com. Weinstein, seconded by Com. Moodhe, to make a positive
recommendation to the Village Board to approve the amendment subject to the following
conditions:
1. The project shall conform to the plans attached as part of the petition.
2. The elevations shall be revised in a manner acceptable to the Village. The petitioner shall
provide some additional architectural details to help break up the mass of the building
along the east elevation as depicted on Exhibit 2.
3. The final plans shall be revised in a manner acceptable to the Fire Department.
Ch. Cesario likes the revised proposal and is supportive of the request.
RESULT: RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
Next: 4/16/2018 7:30 PM
MOVER:
Mitchell Weinstein, Commissioner
SECONDER:
Adam Moodhe, Commissioner
AYES:
Moodhe, Cesario, Cohn, Goldspiel, Khan, Weinstein
ABSENT:
Scott Lesser, Amy Au
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 8:25 PM
Chris Stilling Director of Community Development
APPROVED BY ME THIS 4th DAY OF April , 2018
EXHIBIT C
Minutes from the April 4, 2018 Planning & Zoning Commission
Sky Fitness Corporation
Special Use for a Fitness Center — Request to Expand Existing Fitness Center
04/4/2018
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE
VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE HELD iN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 50 RAUPP BOULEVARD,
BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4, 2018
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 PM by Chairman Frank Cesario
Public Hearin slltems For Consideration
3. Consider a Special Use Amendment for Sky Fitness at 1501 Busch Parkway (Trustee
Ottenheimer) (Staff Contact: Chris Stilling)
Lary Heller, Sky Fitness, 1501 Busch Parkway, Diana Wolfe, Premier Design & Build,
1000 W. Irving Park Road, Itasca, IL 60143, Douglas M. White, Greengard, Inc., 111
Barclay Boulevard, Lincolnshire, IL 60069; and Werner H. Brisske, Partners in Design
Architects, 2610 Lake Cook Road, Riverwoods, Illinois 60015, were present and swom
in.
Mr. Heller reviewed the history of the proposed addition. On October 6, 2015, the Village
Board approved Ordinance 2015-56 granting an amendment to the Special Use
Ordinance 97-4 for an expansion of Sky Fitness's facility. in October 2016, the Village
Board approved Ordinance 2016-48 granting a further amendment to the Special Use
Ordinance allowing the petitioner to modify this addition. Sky Fitness ultimately decided
not to construct this addition. In December 2017, the Village Board approved Ordinance
2017-050, which was a new proposed concept that expanded their facility with a one-
story addition on the eastern side of the building. They have decided to modify the
addition proposed in 2017. Sky Fitness is now proposing to expand their facility with a
two-story addition on the eastern side of the building and replace part of the eastern
parking lot. The footprint of the addition, as approved in 2017 would remain the same.
The addition would now include three levels (lower level, first floor, and second floor), and
cumulatively add between 40,000 - 44, 000 square feet of usable space to the facility. The
height of the building would be 42 feet and match the existing building's height of 42 feet.
As a result of the changes, another amendment is required. The addition will allow Sky
Fitness to continue its growth and business plan in developing an upscale fitness facility
with luxurious amenities, bringing differentiating fitness concepts to Buffalo Grove. Most
of the neighboring communities such as Vernon Hills (Lifetime Fitness), Bannockburn
(Midtown Athletic), and Arlington Heights (Midtown Athletic) play host to upscale country
club -style fitness facilities. These competitors have hundreds if not thousands of Buffalo
Grove residents within their membership populations. The petitioners are very confident
that by providing similar services, many of the former members will be back to Buffalo
Grove Sky Fitness facility. Those services will include an outdoor swimming pool,
outdoor sun deck, a small kitchen to provide simple and healthy food & beverage
concepts, a clubhouse and private lounge area to accommodate the food and beverage
as well as to host events like parties & social gatherings.
Cam. Goldspiel asked if there were any changes made to the outdoor pool or screening
based on the conditions of the previous approval. Mr. Stilling reviewed the changes that
were made to the screening. They added decorative columns and accent lighting.
Com. Moodhe recalled concerns with the aesthetics of the windows and noted that the
revised plans appear to have addressed that. He asked about the height of the screening
04/4i101 s
wall. Mr. Heller advised that the screening wall will be 8 feet in height Com. Moodhe
confirmed with Mr. Heller that the new proposed addition will have 3 floors; a lower level,
first floor and second floor. He also asked about the food element. Mr. Heller responded
that he is not sure yet if it will be a full kitchen or if food would be catered in.
Com. Weinstein asked if there were any additional changes to the proposed addition
other than the height. Mr. Heller advised that some design elements were added. Com.
Weinstein asked if the new height of the addition will create issues with sun exposure at
the pool. Mr. Heller responded that it should not create any issues.
There were no additional questions or comments from the Commissioners. There were
no questions or comments from the audience.
Ch. Cesario entered the Staff Report dated April 4, 2018 as Exhibit 1. Mr. Stilling
recommended that a copy of the Powerpoint presentation be entered as Exhibit 2. Ch.
Cesaric entered the copy of the presentation as Exhibit 2.
The public hearing was closed at 8:08 PM.
Moved by Com. Weinstein, seconded by Com. Moodhe, to make a positive
recommendation to the Village Board to approve the amendment subject to the following
conditions:
1. The project shall conform to the plans attached as part of the petition.
2. The elevations shall be revised in a manner acceptable to the Village. The petitioner shall
provide some additional architectural details to help break up the mass of the building
along the east elevation as depicted on Exhibit 2.
3. The final plans shall be revised in a manner acceptable to the Fire Department.
Ch. Cesario likes the revised proposal and is supportive of the request.
RESULT: RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
Next: 4/16/2018 7:30 PM
MOVER:
Mitchell Weinstein, Commissioner
SECONDER:
Adam Moodhe, Commissioner
AYES:
Moodhe, Cesario, Cohn, Goldspiel, Khan, Weinstein
ABSENT:
Scott Lesser, Amy Au
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 8:25 PM
Chris Stilling Director of Community Development
APPROVED BY ME THIS 4th DAY OF April , 2018
EXHIBIT C
Minutes from the October 3 2018 Planning & Zoning Commission
Sky Fitness Corporation
1501 Busch Parkway, Buffalo Grove, IL
10/3/2018
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE
VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 50 RAUPP BOULEVARD,
BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2018
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 PM by Chairman Frank Cesario
Public Hearin slItems For Consideration
Consider Approval of an Amendment to Special Use Ordinance 974 as Amended by
Ordinances 2018-019, 2017-050, 2015-56, and 2016-048 and Preliminary Plan Approval
(Trustee Ottenheimer) (Staff Contact: Chris Stilling)
Mr. Brian Paul, Premier Design & Build Group, 1000 W. Irving Park Road, Itasca, iL
60143, was present and sworn in.
Mr. Paul reviewed the request. This request is similar to the previous approval given for
the building addition. The Special Use needs to be amended to include a minimal change
to the plan. The subject area is now occupied by the Kids Club, which is part of the
existing building. The Petitioner knew at some point that this area would need to be
redesigned. They want to remove the existing Kids Club area and add a two-story
addition that would incorporate into the existing building and the approved addition. With
the construction of the new Woodman's Grocery Store just to the south, they will not be
able to come back at a later date to do so. This new two story addition area would be
added and the other addition would remain unchanged. The proposed area would square
off the building. The parking lot modifications are complete. The footprint of the building
on the north and east elevations would remain unchanged. Mr. Paul reviewed the existing
footprint of the building. This proposed change will not impact the business operations
intemally. The Petitioner is no longer constructing a basement within the previously
approved addition. The proposed change would save time and allow them to incorporate
some of the elements that would have gone into the basement. Mr. Paul reviewed the
new proposed elevations and site plan. The proposed two story addition would barely be
seen from the front of the building.
Com. Goldspiel asked if the new proposed addition would have any effect on the site
engineering or cause any issues. Mr. Paul explained that the impervious surface
coverage would remain unchanged. The calculations are compliant. He is confident
drainage would remain unchanged. There is a retention pond on the property adjacent to
Woodman's. Com. Goldspiel asked if there would be a floodplain or floodway impact. Mr.
Paul responded there would not be any issues. Com. Goldspiel believes that the
proposed addition would create a very long wall in the back of the building. Mr. Paul
responded that the back of the building backs up to the back of the Woodman's building
and would not be visible from Deerfield Parkway. In addition, the length of the rear of the
building is only one tenth the length of the Woodman's building. Com. Goldspiel asked if
the elevation could be softened. Mr. Paul responded that it is the rear of the building with
no public access. The building is screened by the Woodman's building and is not visible
from Deerfield Parkway. The Petitioners have spent a lot of money to enhance the front
of the building and this is just a small added wall. Com. Goldspiel asked about the
spacing between the two buildings. Mr. Paul explained that there is currently an eight foot
wide asphalt path that will continue to be maintained and is used by the Sky Fitness
employees. it is not a vacant alley. Com. Goldspiel asked if there is security lighting at
the rear of the building. Mr. Paul advised that there is security lighting at the rear in
addition to the security lighting that Woodman's has at the back of their building.
10/3/2018
Com. Weinstein noted that on page 20 of the packet, the square footage is noted as
approximately 29,255 square feet of additional space. He asked if that was accurate. Mr.
Paul explained that they would be adding only 4,650 square feet with this small addition.
The 29,255 square feet is inclusive of the 4,650 square feet and will replace what was
previously approved. Ms. Woods added that the request in front of the Planning & Zoning
Commission (PZC) is for the 4,650 square foot addition and that the Petitioner is no
longer adding a basement to the previously approved addition. Mr. Paul concurred that
with the elimination of the basement, the project will net less square footage than what
was previously approved.
Com. Au asked if there is or will be security cameras at the back of the building. Mr. Paul
responded that the Petitioner already has a very robust security plan in place.
Ch. Cesario believes that this request to amend is straightforward and frankly unchanged
from the previously approved plan. He is okay with staffs recommendation.
There were no additional questions or comments from the Commissioners. There were
no questions or comments from the audience.
Ch. Cesario entered the Staff Report dated October 3, 2018 as Exhibit 1.
Mr. Paul thanked the PZC and appreciates the process. He asked for approval of the
amendment. The Petitioner is looking to maximize the property in order to allow them to
compete in the market. Overall, he believes the proposed addition is a better plan.
The public hearing was closed at 8:17 PM
Moved by Com. Weinstein, seconded by Com. Khan, to recommend to the Village Board
to approve the amendment to the Special Use, subject to the following condition:
1. The project shall conform to the plans attached as part of the petition.
Com. Weinstein stated that he is in favor of the request. He has no concerns regarding
the new rear elevation of the building. The request is straightforward.
Ch. Cesario stated that he is comfortable and believes the Petitioner has done a terrific
job. The site line is clear and he is not concemed. The plan works well with the
Woodman's building.
10/3/2018
RESULT: RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Mitchell Weinstein, Commissioner
SECONDER: Zill Khan, Commissioner
AYES: Cesario, Goldspiel, Khan, Weinstein, Au
ABSENT: Adam Moodhe, Matthew Cohn, Scott Lesser
Public Comments and Questions
None.
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 8:24 PM
Chris Stilling
APPROVED BY ME THIS 3rd DAY OF October , 2018