1988-07-06 - Appearance Commission - Recommendation ITEM XI. (F) (G)
TO: William Balling
Village Manager
FROM: Charles Matt,
Deputy Building Commissioner
DATE: July 6, 1988
APPEARANCE COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS:
I. Chevy Chase Business Park - Bldg. #5
A. Elevations/Materials
B. Landscaping/Lighting
II. Bentley Place - Townhomes, Weiland and Busch
A. Elevations/Materials
B. Landscaping/Lighting
The above items may be placed on the Agenda for action by the
Village Board of Trustees. The Minutes and copies of supporting
information are enclosed. Please be advised that the minutes
have not been approved.
Sincerely4-7
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Charles Matt,
Deputy Building Commissioner
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APPEARANCE COMMISSION
VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS
THURSDAY, JUNE 23, 1988
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Eddie Larsen called the meeting to order at 7:42 P.M. at
the Village Hall, on Thursday, June 23, 1988.
II. ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: E. Bremner, C. Bruno, R. Gordon,
F. Weissman and E. Larsen
Commissioners Absent: D. Ehrhardt and M. Silbernik
Bldg. Dept. Liaison: Charles Matt, Deputy Building Commissioner
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
June 9, 1988 - Ch. Larsen made the following clarifications:
Pg. 2 - Para. 3 - Sent. 3 - s/b electric signage
Pg. 3 - Para. 8 - Sent. 1 - s/b sign industry; and
Para. 9 - Sent. 2 - s/b twenty degrees below zero.
Pg. 9 - LIGHTING: Para. 2 - Sent. 1 - change "at
center" to in the development
Cam. Bremner made a motion to approve the minutes of June 9, 1988
as amended. Com. Gordon seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote: AYE - Weissman, Bremner, Gordon, Larsen
NAY - None
ABSTAIN - Bruno
Motion Passed - 4 to 0, 1 abstention. Minutes of June 9, 1988
approved and will be placed on file.
* IV. ' BUSINESS
A. Chevy Chase Busijness Park - Building *5
John F. Baxter rrepresented Hamilton Partners, Inc. , (250-4925);
Hamilton Lakes, .300 Park Boulevard, Itasca, IL 60143-2681 .
Ifti Azam with WLilson/Jenkins & Assoc. , Inc. , Architects;
300 Park Boulevawrd, Itasca, IL 60143 (250-9177)
Tom Hartman withi Landscapes By Design, Inc. , 450 E. Devon Ave. ,
Itasca, IL ( 2503-8440 )
Mr. Baxter gave aa general description of the site. Bldg. *5
will be situatedi in the middle of the Chevy Chase Business Park,
off of Johnson Drive, East of the lake. Parking will be com-
bined with the huiilding to the North.
Building 5 is approximately 56,500 square feet and will be an
office/research facility. The site was very difficult to work
with, because of its beauty. The developers wanted to give the
employees, as weal as people driving through the park, a view of
the lake.
1 . ' ELEVATIONS/PTATER I ALS:
Mr. Azam described the architecture of the building. It was
designed with respect to the location of the lake. The length
of the building was minimized with the stepped back entrances
and with the use of two colors of brick. The darker brick is
used at the top and extends down to highlight the entrances.
Double height glass has been added over the doorways.
a. Dark Brick - Type *2 - Ramm *10---828, Dark Pink Wirecut
Similar to C.C.B.P. Bldg. *2, next door
Mortar *2 - Flamingo M-411 Chocolate
b. Lt. Brick - Type *1 ,- Brann Clay *511 Big Falls Velour
Mortar *1 - Flamingo C-411
c. Split face C. M. U. - Off white with uncolored mortar;
band at top, between the two bricks and at the corners,
Note: Fascia and gravel stops are not Kynar 500 finish as
stated on the Elevations/General Notes, Sheet A5.1
d. Pre-cast concrete with natural mortar - around windows
and around entrance.
e. Windows - Tinted bronze
f. Mullions - Bronze, standard doorfront system
g. Overhead doors and mandoors - Painted dark bronze
Ch. Larsen recalled the discussion of the previous buildings
that will abut the golf course. The truck docks were located on
Johnson Drive to keep the exposure to the golf course open. He
also noted that Toshiba's truck docks are off Johnson Drive.
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Mr. Baxter r -,00nded that this was die seed and the decision
was made to 1...etture the lake in front t.e€ause the golf course is
only open in thee summertime. There is heavy vegetation between
the golf course and the building site. The view from the offices
was an importantt consideration. This will be a Research/
Development Buillding and approximately 50% of the space will be
rented.
Ch. Larsen observed that the rear of the building will be a very
long white wall.. He asked if trucks would be coming around the
building to the Worth.
Mr. Baxter respounded, "No, they cannot physically come around
the next buildirris and must use the driveway to get to the rear."
He submitted a molder with site plans to Mr. Matt for the file.
Mr. Baxter suggeasted painting the split face block some color,
but not brown.
Mr. Asam suggestm d a Warm Buff color with the Bronze doors.
Ch. Larsen agreed this would break up the length of the wall.
A poll was takem to determine if the Commissioners also agreed?
All Commissioners responded, "Yes."
Com. Bruno made as motion to approve the Elevations/Materials for
Chevy Chase BuiLaiing No. 5, with the agreement of the petitioner
to change the Split Face Block color on the East Elevation to a
Warm Buff, to compliment the Bronze doors. All materials are
listed on the pr'.nt ( A5. 1 ).
Roll Call Vote: AYE - Bruno, Weissman, Gordon, ,Bremner, Larsen
NAY - None
Motion Passed - 5 to 0.
2. LANDSCAPING:
Note: Since the Forester's Review was not available, the
Landscaping will be approved subject to Mr. Rigsby's Review and
Recommendations.
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Mr. Tom Hartman said the general landscape design is similar to
the rest of the business park. Plantings are placed in their
natural form and natural groupings to break up building lines.
Shade trees, ornamental trees and evergreen trees are used and
they will also help to screen parking areas.
At the building entrances, flowering shrubs and more evergreens
shrubs will be added, with ground cover. There are existing
trees along the lake, and more Clump trees and shade trees cwill
be added. The entry walk will have brick pavers, compatible to
the building bricks.
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Lawn areas 1..4l be seeded, at the rear`oild away from the
buildings. Areas near the building and along the parkway will
be sodded. There are no berms at the rear.
Ch. Larsen expressed the opinion that some plantings could be
added to the parking area near the truck docks.
Mr. Hartmann said the existing trees are quite dense. After
discussion he suggessted the addition of some low shrubs, and
small ornamentals, in the open spaces. Mr. Baxter agreed.
Can. Gordon made a motion to approve the Landscape Plan for
Chevy Chase Business Park, Building No. 5, as submitted;
subject to the Village Forester's Review and Recommendations;
and with the addition of groupings of low plantings along the
East border within the seeded lawn area.
Com. Bremner seconded the motion.
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Roll Call Vote: AYE - Weissman, Bruno, Bremner,
Gordon and Larsen
NAY - None
Motion Passed - 5 to 0.
3. LIGHTING: Mr. Baxter said the Lighting would be the same
as the rest of the Chevy Chase Business Park Development.
Cam. Bruno made a motion to approve Light as submitted on the
Site Plan, with the stipulation that it is the same as the
existing lighting throughout the development.
Can. Gordon seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote: AYE - Weissman, Bruno, Gordon,
Bremner and Larsen
NAY - None
Motion Passed - 5 to 0.
B. Bentley Place - On Weiland, South of Busch Road.
Mr. Ray Skiera, Project Manager for Shannon Assoc. , Developers,
Kensington Place, 6441 Bush Place, Downers Grove, IL 60516
Larry Peterman, with Landscapes By Design; and Ms. Shannon were
present. ntley Place is a townhouse development. There will
be a total of 11 buildings, consisting of 38 units. There will
be 4 models: •
1 . Auburn, 2 story, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths
2. Brynwood, 2 story, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths
3. Chelsea (Ranch), 2 bedrooms, 2 baths
4. Dunbery, 2 story, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths
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Mr. Skiera scribed the mix of the bu lings. There will be:
14 units (Auburn) �✓
11 - B Units (Brynwood)
8 - C Units (Chelsea ) - Ranch
5 - D Units (Dunbery )
C - Ranch units and D - 2 story units are always on the ends of
a building; 19 units have basements and 19 are slab on grade.
Renderings of the buildings were presented, showing all possible
combinations. Brick portions are shown on the front elevations.
Chimneys are on the rear and end of units. Fireplaces are an
option and there are two chimney options. The standard finish is
aluminum siding with 1 x 6 trim on the corners; or buyers can
choose brick. There are only a few rear street views. People
are not buying as many fireplaces in Downers Grove.
Ch. Larsen informed Mr. Skiera that the AC has not permitted a
mix of fireplaces. Either siding or brick is acceptable.
Mr. Skiera said he would stipulate all aluminum chimneys, with
cedar corner boards.
1 . MATERIALS:
There will be 5 exterior color packages and the buildings
are pre-selected. See attached charts.
The cedar corner boards and soffits are stained a lighter
color than the doors and shutters. Vents on gable are a
decorative feature, painted to match the trim color.
Skylights are standard in the master bathroom; and other
locations are optional, such as over loft/stairway/bedroom.
Sizes are optional : 24" x 24" or 24" x 39"
Ch. Larsen said the AC has kept skylights away from front
elevations, and since the B - Model has the master bath in
front, he asked that it be limited to the smaller size.
Mr. Skera agreed to this stipulation. Frames are dark bronze,
anodized aluminum and will blend with roof colors.
There are gable vents on the soffits and roof vents on top.
Elevation - Plan B has a projecting shadow box window.
Cam. Weissman made a motion to approve the Bentley Place
Elevations, Color Packages and Materials as designated
for specific building groups, as presented. (Charts attached. )
with the following stipulations:
1 . All optional fireplaces will have matching
aluminum siding and wood trim boards
2. Only B-model will have 2' x 2' skylight
visible from the street - Bentley Court
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- Com. Bremner zeconded the motion.
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Roll Call Vote: AYE - Gordon, Bruno, Bremner,
Weissman and Larsen
NAY - None
Motion Passed - 5 to 0 .
2. LANDSCAPING:
NOTE: Since the Village Forester's Review was not available,
the Landscaping will be approved subject to Mr. Rigsby's
Review and Recommendations.
Mr. Larry Peterman described the Landscaping for Bentley Place.
The developer requested the use of the top soil from the site be
used for berms within the development. The berm along the back
of the shopping center will be from 6 feet to 8 feet in height.
Berms undulate throughout the site and there is berming along
Weiland Road. Privacy entrances have been created for the end
units. Court yards have been created along patios.
Mr. Peterman has discussed the proposed landscaping with
Ray Rigsby. Ray asked for sod to be used in accordinance with
the ordinance and parkway trees will be added on Weiland Road.
Because of the overhead lines along Weiland Road, the usual
shade trees cannot be used. Larger oraamentals, such as Crab
Trees may be used.
The open view along the detention area has been broken up with
berms, planted with evergreens, ornamentals, shade trees, and
shrub masses.
A list of plant materials was submitted with Plans L-1 and L-2.
Com. Bremner made a motion to approve the Landscape Plans are
submitted for Bentley Place, subject to the petitioner 's working
with the Village Forester and his final Review.
Selection of plant materials is usually made with the assistance
of Mr. Rigsby.
Com. Bruno seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote: AYE - Gordon, Weissman, Bremner,
Bruno and Larsen
NAY - None
Motion Passed - 5 to 0.
NOTE: No signage was presented at this time.
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3. LIGHTIN
Detailed lighting system specifications were submitted, but must
be approved by the Village Engineer. There are 5 street lights.
Coach lights will be located at all exits. Each unit will have
a decorative front light fixture, with smaller rear fixtures,
and optional double lights at the garage doors.
Petitioner agreed to submit cut sheets for exit lights to
Mr. Matt for AC approval at a future date.
Cora. Bruno made a motion to approve the Street Lighting as
submitted for Bentley Place subject to the Village Ordinances
and the Village Engineer's approval.
Com. Weissman seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote: AYE - Gordon, Bruno, Weissman,
Bremner and Larsen
NAY - None
Motion Passed - 5 to 0.
V. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. Spoerlein Commons - Chiropractor sign.
Mr. Matt reported that the permits were issued in March and they
seem to be in order with respect to the Sign Package.
Ch. Larsen said box signs were not meant to be allowed on the
sign band. The bronze frame on the band would not look so
obtrusive if the frame was White. The Sign Package stipulates
White frames.
If so, Mr. Matt will approach the doctor and request that the
frame be painted White.
B. 1st Nationwide Bank - Arlington Heights Rd. and Old Mc Henry Rd.
Ch. Larsen had requested the minutes to be reviewed because the
petitioner had agreed to put a brick column around the post.
It has been quite some time. Mr. Matt was asked to make contact
with the bank people.
C. Dunell Shopping Center - Electric signage canopy
Will be presented to the Zoning Board in August.
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C. Town Center, ______wers
These towers have been approved by the Building Department and
the Village Manager's office as an architectural feature.
They will not be restricted to a height of 20 feet. The towers
will look nice, but the AC will want to control the amount of
signage that goes on them.
D. Covington Corporate Center - Bldg. 60
The AC approved the plans for Spec Bldg. 60 on May 28, 1987,
but permits were never requested. Mr. Mark Christensen has now
indicated that they want to proceed with the building.
A question arose about whether, or not, the AC would want to
have the petitioner submit the plans for a second review.
Nothing is being changed from the original presentation.
Ch. Larsen said that the Trustees have already approved the
Building on the Consent Agenda, and unless the Village Board
would want to have a second review, the AC review would stand.
Com. Bruno made a motion to re-affirm the Appearance Commission
approval of Covington Corporate Center, Spec Bldg. 60, as
submitted on May 28, 1987, with the stipulation that no changes
to the Architecture, Materials, Lighting and Landscaping.
Com. Bremner seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote: AYE - Gordon, Bruno, Weissman,
Bremner Bremner and Larsen
NAY - None
Motion Passed - 5 to 0.
VI . ADJOURNMENT
Com. Bremner made a motion to adjourn.
Com. Bruno seconded the motion.
Ch. Larsen adjourned the meeting at 9:20 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Shirley Bates, Secretary
Appearance Commission
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