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2014-02-05 - Plan Commission - Minutes Board or Commission: ❑ Plan commission Document Type: ❑A e g nda 0 Minutes Meeting ate: 02/05/2014 Type of Meeting: PUBLIC HEARING BUFFALO GROVE PLAN COMMISSION February 5, 2014 The Sweatshop, 358-362 Lexington Drive -Amendment of a special Use to expand a recreation facility in the Industrial District Chairman Smith called the hearing to order at 7:30 p.m. in the Trustee Conference Room, Buffalo Grove Municipal Building, 50 Raupp Boulevard, Buffalo Grove, Illinois. Chairman Smith read the Notice of Public Hearing as published in the Buffalo Grove Daily Herald, explained the procedure to be followed for the public hearing, and swore in all persons who wished to give testimony. Commissioners present: Chairman Smith Mr. Khan Mr. Stark Mr. Weinstein Ms. Johnson Mr. Goldspiel Mr. Matthews Commissioners absent: Mr. Cohn Also present: Mr. Matt Kuhlman, The Sweatshop Ms. Tracy Schwab, FSGB Management Company Mr. Andy Stein, Village Trustee Mr. William Raysa, Village Attorney Mr. Robert Pfeil, Village Planner The following exhibits were presented by the petitioner at the public hearing: Exhibit 1: Memo from Mr. Robert Pfeil to the Plan Commission dated January 31, 2014 Mr. Kuhlman stated he is in need of expanding his business into larger facilities as he now has approximately 350 to 375 clients and he has outgrown his present 2,050 square foot space. He noted he would like to expand the business into a tenant space of 6,200 square feet. Mr. Kuhlman stated he offers both group training and boot camp classes for all ages and all levels of fitness. He noted he also offers kids programs to help fight childhood obesity. The majority of clients are between the ages of 25 to 50. Mr. Kuhlman stated he has 10 employees and is proud to be a part of the community and hopes to remain so for many years. Commissioner Stark asked about parking at the facility Ms. Tracy Schwab stated the only parking issues they have had may have been with the snow removal and some trucks that were parked sideways using more spaces than necessary. In any case the management company requires tenants to resolve parking issues immediately. She noted that the other businesses in building have different hours so they do not compete with The Sweatshop for available parking. Commissioner Weinstein asked how many parking spots are used at any one time by The Sweatshop. Mr. Kuhlman stated the maximum demand for parking is about 25 to 35, but the average demand at one time is about 15 to 25 spaces. Employees use about 3 to 5 spaces in the parking area at the rear of the building. Commissioner Weinstein asked about the hours of operation. Mr. Kuhlman stated the facility is open seven days a week. From Monday through Friday they are open at 5:00 a.m. to accommodate people on their way to work. Ms. Schwab noted that the peak hours are well before any of the other businesses are open. Commissioner Weinstein asked if this proposal should be handled as an amendment or as a new special use since the use is expanding and occupying a different location. Mr. Pfeil stated that the proposed expansion was discussed with the Village Attorney and Building Commissioner. It was determined that an amendment would be appropriate because the use is within the same building as the current operation. Mr. Raysa noted the special use criteria should be discussed. Mr. Kuhlman reviewed the special use criteria noting: 1. The special use will serve the public convenience as it has already been doing and poses no danger to the public health, safety and comfort. He stated that, in fact, his business, actually improves the health of the public. 2. The location and size of the special use are definitely in harmony with the district wherein it is located as there are many people who live and work near it. 3. The special use is not injurious to other property values. He noted they had been voted one of the best places to work out so they are actually adding to the value of the area. 4. The nature, location and size of the buildings will not impede or discourage the development and use of adjacent land and buildings. 5. Adequate utilities, roads and drainage are already present pm the site. 6. Parking is adequate for his needs and has up to now been perfect. Chairman Weinstein asked Mr. Kuhlman to address the sound and noise issue relative to the special use criteria. Mr. Kuhlman stated they had one noise complaint which stemmed from a speaker for the sound system being located near the rear door. He subsequently moved it away from the door. In addition, between the hours of 5:00 a.m. and at 9:00 p.m. they lower the sound level, and have not any further problems. Commissioner Weinstein asked if the garage door is left open, such as during warm weather. Mr. Kuhlman said the door is kept shut. Commissioner Johnson asked if the parking issues caused by van and truck parking by some tenants have been corrected. Ms. Schwab said that the parking problem has been corrected. Commissioner Goldspiel asked if the Village has received any complaints other than the one noise issue. Mr. Pfeil said there have been no other complaints concerning The Sweatshop. The noise complaint related to the sound system was related to activities being conducted outside the building in the west rear parking area. Commissioner Goldspiel asked that if they are granted the special use amendment for this expansion, they should make sure there will be no outside activities. Mr. Kuhlman stated that is why they need the larger space. There will be more room for the business, and activities will not be conducted outside the building. Commissioner Khan asked if the space at 368 Lexington would also be kept. Mr. Kuhlman stated no. There being no further comments or questions from anyone else present, Chairman Smith closed the public hearing at 7:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Fay Rubin, Recording Secretary APPROVED BY: ERIC SMITH, Chair Board or Commission: ❑ Plan commission Document Type: 0 A e g nda 0 Minutes Meeting ate: 02/05/2014 Type of Meeting: ❑ Regular Meeting REGULAR MEETING BUFFALO GROVE PLAN COMMISSION February 5, 2014 The Sweatshop, 358-362 Lexington Drive -Amendment of a special use To expand a recreation facility in the Industrial District Chairman Smith called the meeting to order at 7:50 pm in the Trustee Conference Room, 50 Raupp Boulevard, Buffalo Grove, Illinois. Commissioners present: Chairman Smith Mr. Khan Mr. Stark Mr. Weinstein Ms. Johnson Mr. Goldspiel Mr. Matthews Commissioners absent: Mr. Cohn Also present: Mr. Matt Kuhlman, The Sweatshop Ms. Tracy Schwab, FSGB Management Company Mr. Andy Stein, Village Trustee Mr. William Raysa, Village Attorney Mr. Robert Pfeil, Village Planner APPROVAL OF MINUTES Moved by Commissioner Goldspiel, seconded by Commissioner Stark to approve the minutes of the public hearing on the Spetsnaz Martial Arts of January 15, 2014. All Commissioners were in favor of the motion and the motion passed unanimously with Commissioners Khan and Matthews abstaining. Moved by Commissioner Goldspiel, seconded by Commissioner Johnson to approve the public hearing on the Child Day Care Home at 1211 Lockwood Drive of January 15, 2014. All Commissioners were in favor of the motion and the motion passed unanimously with Commissioners Khan and Matthews abstaining. Moved by Commissioner Goldspiel, seconded by Commissioner Stark to approve the regular meeting minutes of January 15, 2014. All Commissioners were in favor of the motion and the motion passed unanimously with Commissioners Khan and Matthews abstaining COMMITTEE AND LIAISON REPORTS Commissioner Stark attended the Village Board meeting on January 20, 2014. He said there was a public hearing continued to February 3, 2014 for a draft annexation agreement concerning the Kedroski property, 23031 N. Prairie Road. The Pulte/Hoffmann Property annexation agreement hearing was also continued to February 3". The Village Board also passed a resolution approving the Phase 1 study and environmental assessment concerning the Weiland Road and Lake Road improvement project. Commissioner Johnson attended the Village Board meeting of February 3, 2014 where the Pulte/Hoffmann property annexation hearing was again continued for additional review of the annexation agreement. Commissioner Johnson noted that the Board also approved expenditure of funds for an engineering study for the Buffalo Grove Golf Course relating to the proposed downtown development project. The engineering study would include analysis of floodplain and stormwater management issues. THE SWEATSHOP, 358-362 LEXINGTON DRIVE - AMENDMENT OF A SPECIAL USE TO EXPAND A RECREATION FACILITY IN THE INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT Moved by Commissioner Weinstein, seconded by Commissioner Stark to recommend approval to the Village Board for amendment of a Special Use for expansion of a recreation facility in the Industrial District. Commissioner Goldspiel noted there was testimony by the petitioner stating that the criteria for the special use have been met. Chairman Smith called for a vote on the motion and the vote was as follows: AYES: Smith, Khan, Stark, Weinstein, Johnson, Goldspiel, Matthews NAYS: None ABSENT: Cohn ABSTAIN: None The motion passed 7 to 0. FUTURE AGENDA SCHEDULE Mr. Pfeil said the next meeting is scheduled for February 19, 2014. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND QUESTION - None STAFF REPORT Mr. Pfeil noted that a staff memo was distributed listing the location of special uses that have been granted for recreation facilities in the Industrial District. This information was requested by the Plan Commission. Commissioner Weinstein suggested that discussion of special uses should be deferred to a future meeting when all the Commissioners, especially Mr. Cohn, who is so passionate about this matter, will be available. NEW BUSINESS - None ADJOURNMENT Moved by Commissioner Goldspiel, seconded by Commissioner Khan and carried unanimously to adjourn. Chairman Smith adjourned the meeting at 8:01 pm Respectfully, submitted, Fay Rubin, Recording Secretary APPROVED BY: ERIC SMITH, Chair