2012-08-09 - Appearance Review Team - Minutes Board or Commission: ❑Appearance Review Team
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Meeting ate: 08/09/2012
Type of Meeting: ❑ Regular Meeting
ART (Appearance Review Team) Meeting
AUGUST 9, 2012
28 CHESTNUT COURT WEST, FLAHERTY RESIDENCE
ZONING VARIATION — SUNROOM ADDITION
PRESENT
Brian Sheehan, Deputy Building Commissioner/Operations
Carol Berman, Deputy Building Commissioner/Administration
Robert Pfeil, Village Planner
Joseph Wallace, Plan Examiner
Louis Windecker, ZBA Commissioner
Brad Roosevelt, Four Seasons Sunrooms
Kevin Kazimer, Kioxin Architects
PROPOSAL
Request is being made by John and Katherine Flaherty, 28 Chestnut Court West, for
variance of Zoning Ordinance, Section 17.40.020, pertaining to Area, Height, Bulk and
Placement Regulations, for the purpose of constructing a sunroom addition that would
encroach a distance of eight (8) feet into the required forty (40) foot rear yard setback.
Mr. Kazimer explained that the color elevation rendering. The color photograph on the
right shows the existing sunroom addition. The color photograph on the left is the
proposed sunroom addition superimposed onto the house. A material sample board
was submitted which depicts the materials and colors of the eaves, gutters, downspouts
and flashing for the proposed sunroom addition. Mr. Roosevelt added that the bottom
panels will be constructed out of a poly vinyl material. Mr. Kazimer continued to explain
that most sunroom additions are white in color. The proposed sunroom is a toned
version similar to the existing sunroom that was constructed in 1997. The existing
sunroom was constructed on top of a deck. The deck will be removed and the proposed
sunroom will have its own foundation. The proposed sunroom will be more energy
efficient.
Mr. Sheehan asked what material the roof will be constructed of. Mr. Kazimer stated
that the roof will be glass panels to match the glass panel walls of the sunroom. The
glass will have a brown tone.
Mr. Pfeil asked if the previous sunroom addition had a variance. Mr. Sheehan replied
that the existing sunroom was constructed under a permit, but there is no record of a
variance being granted. The proposed sunroom will not encroach any more into the
yard than the existing sunroom.
Mr. Pfeil asked about whether the neighboring property owners would be affected by the
sunroom. Mr. Kazimer explained that the rear of the property backs up to the Arboretum
Golf Course. The neighbors on either side are shielded by landscaping and vegetation.
There were no additional questions or comments from the ART members.
RECOMMENDATION
The ART has determined that the appearance of the sunroom addition as proposed
meets the criteria set forth in the Village of Buffalo Grove Appearance Plan and is in
harmony with the building and is compatible with the surrounding area.
This request is scheduled to appear before the ZBA on Tuesday, August 21, 2012.
Prepared by:
Julie Kamka
Building & Zoning Department
ART (Appearance Review Team) Meeting
AUGUST 9, 2012
190 MCHENRY ROAD, KNOCKOUT BUFFALO GROVE
WALL SIGN - SIGN CODE VARIATION AND DEVIATION TO TOWN CENTER
SHOPPING CENTER SIGN CRITERIA
PRESENT
Brian Sheehan, Deputy Building Commissioner/Operations
Carol Berman, Deputy Building Commissioner/Administration
Robert Pfeil, Village Planner
Joseph Wallace, Plan Examiner
Louis Windecker, ZBA Commissioner
Kimberly Russell, Signs of Distinction
Terry Diegel, Managing Partner, Title Boxing Club
PROPOSAL
Request is being made by Knockout Buffalo Grove, 190 McHenry Road, for variance of
Zoning Ordinance, Section 17.44.060.E.6, pertaining to Signs, for the purpose of
allowing the wall sign to exceed the maximum permitted square footage of 75 square
feet by 12.08 square feet; and
Deviation to the Town Center Shopping Center Sign Criteria — For the purpose of
allowing 2 embellishments: one located on each side of the wall sign that do not pertain
to name and nature; and to allow the total length of the wall sign to exceed 30 feet by 4
feet 10 inches.
Ms. Russell explained that Title Boxing Club has an existing wall sign that was installed
under permit. They are proposing to add the boxing glove logo to either side of the
existing wall sign. The length of the current wall sign is thirty (30) feet, the maximum
permitted by the Town Center Shopping Center Criteria. The addition of the boxing
glove logos would increase the overall length of the sign by four (4) feet ten (10) inches
and would also increase the total square footage of area. The height of the logos would
be the same as the channel letters and the logos would be flush mounted to the wall
just as the channel letters.
Mr. Sheehan asked why the existing wall sign was designed to the maximum length and
size knowing that the boxing glove logos would be pursued, thus requiring a variance as
well as a deviation. Mr. Diegel stated that he is not sure why the wall sign was designed
that way. The wall sign was designed so that if the boxing glove logos were not
approved, they would be utilizing the maximum amount of signage. Everbrite is the
national sign company. Ms. Russell added that she is the local installer. She told
Everbrite about the restriction with the logos. Everbrite felt that if the sign was smaller it
would be difficult to read due to the setback off of the roadway.
Mr. Diegel added that there is a tree located in front of the lease space. When traveling
north you cannot see the sign very well. Traveling south you can see the sign. The
logos are eye-catching and easier to identify.
Com. Windecker asked Mr. Diegel if the logos are used more than the business name
for promoting the business. Mr. Diegel responded that the logos are used to promote
that business. Com. Windecker asked Mr. Diegel about other Title Boxing Club locations
that use the logos in the sign. Mr. Diegel stated that all the locations have the boxing
glove logos. The closest location would be in Schaumburg. They also have another
location in Naperville.
Mr. Pfeil asked Mr. Diegel if the proposed sign is the same size as the sign in
Schaumburg. Mr. Diegel stated that the sign in Schaumburg is smaller than the
proposed sign because the Schaumburg location does not have nearly as much
frontage. Schaumburg did not have any issues with the use of the logos.
Com. Windecker asked if they will be utilizing the tenant panel on the ground sign along
Lake Cook Road. Mr. Diegel stated that have been discussing that tenant panel and
they are working with the landlord to secure that space. Mrs. Berman advised that a
permit would be required for a tenant panel sign.
There were no additional questions or comments from the ART members.
RECOMMENDATION
The ART has determined that the appearance of the wall sign as proposed meets the
criteria set forth in the Village of Buffalo Grove Appearance Plan and is in harmony with
the building and is compatible with the surrounding area.
This request is scheduled to appear before the ZBA on Tuesday, August 21, 2012.
Prepared by:
Julie Kamka
Building & Zoning Department