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2011-04-20 - Plan Commission - Minutes Board or Commission: ❑ Plan Commission Document Type: 0 A e g nda 0 Minutes Meeting ate: 04/20/2011 Type of Meeting: ❑ Regular Meeting REGULAR MEETING BUFFALO GROVE PLAN COMMISSION April 20, 2011 Chairman Ottenheimer called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. in the Village Council Chambers, Buffalo Grove Municipal Building, 50 Raupp Boulevard, Buffalo Grove, Illinois. Commissioners present: Mr. Ottenheimer Ms. Bocek Mr. Khan Mr. Cohn Ms. Myer Mr. Weinstein Commissioners absent: Mr. Stark Also present: Ms. Beverly Sussman, Village Trustee Ms. DeAnn Glover, Village Trustee Mr. Lawrence Freedman, Ash, Anos Freedman & Logan Mr. David Mangurten, KMA& Associates Architects Mr. Martin Sussman Mr. Robert Pfeil, Village Planner APPROVAL OF MINUTES Moved by Commissioner Weinstein, seconded by Commissioner Myer to approve the regular meeting minutes of April 6, 2011. The motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Bocek abstaining. COMMITTEE AND LIAISON REPORTS -None PLAZA VERDE EAST SHOPPING CENTER—AMENDMENT OF PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AND SITE PLAN AND APPEARANCE REVIEW CONCERNING NEW BUILDING AT 1205 DUNDEE ROAD IN THE B-3 PLANNED BUSINESS CENTER DISTRICT—WORKSHOP 92 Mr. Freedman stated that his law firm is representing Aetna Development, the owner of the property and developer of the proposed building. He noted that Noodles & Company is in negotiations with Aetna concerning occupancy of one of the spaces in the building. Mr. David Mangurten said that since the April 6 workshop with the Plan Commission he met with Village staff to discuss the building appearance and site planning issues that were noted by the Commission. He said that the issues relate to several areas: the site plan, the landscape plan and the building elevations. Concerning the site plan, he noted that two accessible parking spaces have been added along the south side of the building. The fence enclosing the patio area has been moved away from the north wall and entrances to the building. A sprinkler room for the fire protection system has been added to the building, with access at the south wall. Mr. Mangurten presented the landscape plan, noting that it was prepared by David R. McCallum Associates. He said that 5 existing trees will be saved, but a large Yew shrub at the southeast corner of the existing building will have to be removed. He reviewed the details of the foundation plantings and other features of the landscape plan. Mr. Mangurten explained that the building elevations submitted for discussion have two basic designs: stepped and arched. The stepped elevation proposes that the center space of the building will be higher than the left and right side spaces. This design is his preference. The other design proposes an arch element on the roof of the building. Mr. Mangurten noted that proposed materials include five types of masonry, including brick as the primary material for the exterior walls. Masonry sign bands and medallions will be used to enhance the overall appearance. He said that the metal arches on the sides of the building are another architectural element used to enhance the appearance. He pointed out that recesses on the vertical piers have also been added since the previous workshop. Mr. Mangurten presented elevations of the south and west walls depicting the modifications that Noodles & Company is requesting. The door and window on the south wall would be "flipped" from the east side of the tenant space to the west side. A door would be added to the west elevation. Mr. Mangurten presented a section view of the building to illustrate that the roof top mechanical equipment would be effectively screened from view from the adjacent streets and properties. Commissioner Bocek inquired why two ground signs are necessary since signs are also proposed for the south wall of the building. Mr. Mangurten said the ground sign along Arlington Heights Road is needed for northbound motorists to see the names of the tenants. He noted that variations of the Village Sign Code are needed to allow the second ground sign and the signs on the south wall. Commissioner Bocek asked what type of glass would be used for the windows and doors on the building. She noted that the glass should be uniform among the tenants. Mr. Mangurten indicated that the type glass has not been decided, but he understands the point concerning uniformity of appearance. Commissioner Bocek asked where customers would enter the Noodles & Company space. Mr. Mangurten replied that the three doors on the north, west and south could all be used by customers. Commissioner Bocek inquired about truck deliveries to the tenants, and she noted concern about conflicts with parked cars and pedestrians. Mr. Mangurten said that deliveries would be at the south doors for the tenants. He noted that it is not unusual for large trucks to serve these types of tenant spaces through a customer door. The deliveries are timed to minimize conflicts with customer access. Commissioner Bocek indicated that she strongly prefers the elevations presented on Sheets 3 and 4 depicting a stepped element for the center portion of the building. She noted that this design is more integral to the building than the other elevation with the arched element on the roof. She noted that many tenants want a minimum width of 25 feet for their space, and she expressed concern that the proposed spaces may undersized. Mr. Mangurten commented that based on his experience he is confident that the spaces as designed will be usable by a variety of tenants. Commissioner Myer said that she also prefers the stepped elevation shown on Sheet 3. She inquired if bicycle racks will be provided. Mr. Mangurten said that a bicycle rack can be provided on the west side of the patio area near the front entrances to the building. Trustee Sussman said that she does not like the proposed elevations for the building. She commented that the building is square and ugly. Trustee Glover concurred with Ms. Sussman. Chairman Ottenheimer asked if there were any other comments or questions. There being not other comments, he called for a motion. Commissioner Weinstein made a motion to recommend approval of the amendment of the Planned Unit Development for construction of the proposed building pursuant to the site plan dated April 13, 2011, the landscape plan dated April 13, 2011 and the building elevations depicted on Sheet 3 dated April 13, 2011 and Sheet 4 dated April 19, 2011 including the modifications of the doors proposed for the Noodles and Company space. The glass for doors and windows in the building shall be consistent among the tenants to achieve an attractive and uniform appearance. Commissioner Myer seconded the motion. Chairman Ottenheimer called for the vote on the motion, and the vote was as follows: AYES: Bocek, Khan, Cohn, Myer, Weinstein, Ottenheimer NAYS: None ABSENT: Stark ABSTAIN: None The motion passed 6 to 0. CHAIRMAN'S REPORT—None FUTURE AGENDA SCHEDULE Mr. Pfeil noted that the public hearing for the special use request for Xtreme Trampolines would is scheduled for May 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS—None STAFF REPORT—None NEW BUSINESS—None ADJOURNMENT Moved by Commissioner Weinstein, seconded by Commissioner Khan, and carried unanimously to adjourn. Chairman Ottenheimer adjourned the meeting at 8:05 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Robert Pfeil, Village Planner APPROVED BY: LESTER OTTENHEIMER, Chair