2021-04-21 - Planning and Zoning Commission - Minutes 04/21/2021
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 21, 2021
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 PM by Chairman Frank Cesario
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Public Hearings/Items For Consideration
Regular Meeting
Other Matters for Discussion
1. Preliminary Plan Approval for a New Industrial Building at 1305 Busch Parkway
(Trustee Johnson) (Staff Contact: Nicole Woods)
Village Planner Akash provided a brief description of the preliminary plan design
for discussion.
Deputy Community Development Director Woods provided the Commissioners
with additional detail regarding the item for discussion.
Mr. Paul provided an overview for the preliminary plan approval for a 50,516
square foot office industrial building. Building,parking, storm water, landscaping
and elevation plans were included in the overview.
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Chairperson Cesario shared that the plan design is great and looks like a really
nice building. He noted that his plan design is subject to approval of final plans.
Com. Richards thanked Mr. Paul. He asked if he could clarify the landscape plan.
Mr. Paul provided more detail on the landscape and stormwater.
Com. Richards asked if they had any ideas on a tenant.
Mr. Paul responded that it would most likely be someone already in the park, but
noted there was nothing at this time.
Chairperson Cesario referenced packet page 8 and asked Mr. Paul to walk
through the mechanics.
Mr. Paul explained the parking lot and the doors the employees would use. He
also explained the docks for the big trucks. He noted that there will not be a high
quantity of trucks maneuvering there.
Chairperson Cesario reference packet page 15, the preliminary truck
movements.
Mr. Paul explained the preliminary truck movements and noted that one of the
preliminary truck movements included afire truck on packet page 16.
Com.Au reference packet page 18.
Com.Au asked about the use of the deck/patio spaces.
Mr. Paul explained they are not near any other buildings and would be used as a
place employees can go outside with their laptop or take a break.
Com. Weinstein asked about handicap accessible parking spots.
Mr. Paul responded that the number of handicap accessible parking spots is
correct.
Chairperson Cesario asked Mr. Paul if he had any questions for the Commission.
Mr. Paul thanked the Commission for their input.
Com. Spunt reference packet page 15.
Com. Spunt asked if there was enough room for two trucks to maneuver at the
some time.
Mr. Paul responded that there is room, but unlikely that trucks will be passing
each other at any given time.
Com. Goldspiel commented that the plan is very thought out and overall a very
nice plan.
Com. Weinstein made a motion for a positive recommendation to the Village
Board for a preliminary plan approval for a 50,516 square foot industrial
building at 1305 Busch Parkway subject to the conditions listed on packet page
6.
Com. Richards seconded the motion.
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Chairperson Cesario commented in favor of the motion.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Spunt, Cesario, Goldspiel, Weinstein, Au, Richards, Worlikar
ABSENT: Adam Moodhe, Zill Khan
Approval of Minutes
1. Planning and Zoning Commission - Regular Meeting-Apr 7, 2021 7:30 PM
RESULT: ACCEPTED [6 TO 0]
AYES: Spunt, Cesario, Goldspiel, Weinstein, Au, Richards
ABSTAIN: Neil Worlikar
ABSENT: Adam Moodhe, Zill Khan
Chairman's Report
Chairperson Cesario spoke briefly about virtual PZC meetings and the reason they will continue.
Deputy Community Development Director noted staff will continue to evaluate the situation as it
changes.
Committee and Liaison Reports
Com. Worlikar provided a brief report.
Staff Report/Future Agenda Schedule
Village Planner Akash provided details on the upcoming PZC schedule.
Deputy Community Development Director Woods spoke to the commission about the new liasion
assignments. Additional she spoke about the projects the Community Development department is
working on including the Comprehensive plan.
Public Comments and Questions
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 8:10 PM
Chris Stilling
APPROVED BY ME THIS 21st DAY OF April 2021