1982-09-23 - Appearance Commission - Minutes APPEARANCE COMMISSION
VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, IL.
THURS. , SEPT. 23, 1982
I. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 7:38 P.M. at the Village Hall on Thursday,
Sept. 23, 1982. Chairman Don Hardt presiding.
II. ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: L. Gibbs, C. Cea, K. Krippes, E. Larsen, C. Zusel ,
and D. Hardt. QUORUM PRESENT.
Building Department: Ray Henning, Housing and Zoning Inspector
Board of Trustees : Chas. Gerschefske, Liaison
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Deferred until after Business.
IV. BUSINESS
A. Hair Crafters - Grove Court Wall Sign
Mr. Dominic Nitti , Federal Sign Corp. presented the sign to be located
between Orchard Sports and Look 'n Hear. Mr. Chas. Pasco, Federal Sign.
The sign will be Blue letters on an ivory background. A letter from
Brian Properties was presented granting approval of the sign.
The sign package for Grove Court does not limit letter style. The words
'a cut and curl salon' will be routed out of the extended letter C.
Mr. Pasco said this was part of the business name and part of the Logo.
The Commission noted that all the other signs have a border of Ivory at
the top and bottom of the signs. The letters C and S in Crafters would
be much too close to the dark bronze can.
Com. Larsen suggested painting the can Ivory to match the background.
After discussion, Mr. Pasco said he could shave some of the top of the
C and the bottom of the C and the S. The Commission asked for a minimum
of two inches of ivory top and bottom. The retainer can be made smaller.
Com. Gibbs made the following motion:
I move we accept the sign for
HairCrafters at Grove Court as
presented, with the following
stipulations:
1 . Colors - #2114 Blue on Ivory background
2. HairCrafters - a cut and curl salon,
if this is the name on the business
license registered with the State of
Illinois. If not, the sign must be
brought back to the Appearance Commission.
3. Sign is to have a minimum of 2 inch tvory border.
4. Retainer to be 1 inch, dark bronze.
5. Letters to be individual , internally lit
with cool white flourescent bulbs -
3/16 inch plexi-glas letters
6. Size not to exceed 2' 6 " by 14 feet.
Com. Cea seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote: Aye - Larsen
Zusel
Krippes
Cea
Gibbs
Hardt
Nay - None
Motion Passed 6 to 0.
B. United Development - Off Premise Sign
Busch Road and Weiland Road - Mr. Dan Damato
Mr. Ray Scarry of United Development Co. presented the site location
plat and described their request. He submitted a letter from Zale
Construction Co. granting permission to erect a sign on the SW corner
of Busch and Weiland Road. It was clarified that the sign will be
a minimum of 500 feet from the Hidden lakes sign on Weiland Road.
It will be a double face sign with an arrow on one side (Turn Left
At Busch Road) and a bar on one side (Go back 500 Feet).
The sign will be erected on wolmanized poles, stained dark brown
Sign colors to be blue on silver. No lights.
Should there be any changes, price etc. the sign will be repainted.
Zoning is B 3, Business District. No houses adjacent to location.
Sign is permitted under Section 14.20.080 and approved with all the
provisions therein. Renewal permitted with approval of AC. The area
around the sign shall be kept cleared. Sign must be located at least
10 feet from the property line.
Com. Gibbs made the following motion:
I move we approve the off-premise sign as presented
by Suffield Place with the following stipulations:
1 . Colors to be Blue on Silver background.
2. Erected on 4" x 4" posts, wolmanized
wood, stained dark brown
3. Sign to be double faced; 10' x 12' -
Northbound - arrow with Turn Left at Busch Rd.
Southbound - bar with Go Back 500 Feet.
4. Location - 500 feet from any other sign, and
set back a minimum of 10 feet from the property
line.
5. Ground around the sign shall be cleared up to
an area of at least 5 feet.
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6. Approval granted for a period of 6 months,
as per Section 14.20.080 with renewal granted
by the Appearance Commisison.
Com. Cea seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Aye - Larsen
Zusel
Krippes
Cea
Gibbs
Nay - Hardt
Motion Passed 5 to 1 .
V. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Minutes - Sept. 9, 1982 - Motion to approve was made by Com. Larsen
and seconded by Com. Cea. Roll Call Vote: Aye - Larsen
Gibbs
Cea
Krippes
Abstain - Zusel
Hardt
Sept. 9, 1982 minutes approved. Nay - None
Report of the Sept. 21 , 1982 - ZBA Sign Code Workshop.
Com. Gibbs and Com. Larsen attended the meeting. Com. Gibbs gave a
short report covering the sections of the code that were discussed.
Sec. 14.28.030 - Non-conforming signs. The possibility of an amorti-
zation schedule that would require all signs to be brought into con-
formance was discussed. The ZBA and the Village Board agree this would
be good if it can be done fairly and legally.
Sec. 14.44 was discussed. The Variation Procedure. Should the AC review
signs before the ZBA considers variations? To do so would probably save
time.
Sec. 14.32.020 - Special Signs: For sale lease or development. When
can these signs be removed? Time limitation, etc.
Sec. 14.20.050 - M-1 and M-P should be eliminated.
Sec. 14.20.160 - Embellishments. AC can approve Logos.
Section 14.40.080 - Banners for special events should be clarified.
Com. Larsen noted that it seemed apparent to him the ZBA intends to take
any recommendations directly to the Village Board. If the AC wants to
make any suggestions, it should be done soon. Mr. Raysa and Mr. Hruby
are to draft changes.
` , Mr. Larsen is against amortization to bring non-conforming signs into
conformance. He also feels the section that covers legal non-conforming
signs is OK as it is written.
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Ch. Hardt stated his preference for lower signs and the need to avoid
the proliferation of signage. He asked that the Appearance Commissioners
L./ review the Sign Ordinance and make note of any changes needed. This
should be done as soon as possible.
The ZBA plans to discuss the Sign Ordinance at the October 19, 1982
meeting. The AC and the ZBA should work together.
VI. ADJOURNMENT
Com. Gibbs made a motion to adjourn. Com. Larsen seconded the motion.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:15 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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RECOMMENDATION SUMMARY
PROJECT TITLE: Hair Crafters, A Cut and Curl Salon DATE Sept. 23, 1982
OWNER OR Mr. Chas. Pasco, and Mr. ,Dominic Nitti , Federal Sign Corp.
DEVELOPER
MOVED BY: Com. Gibbs Com. Cea
SECONDED BY:
I move we accept the sign for Hair Crafters
at Grove Court as presented, with the
following stipulations:
1 . Colors - #2114 Blue on Ivory background.
2. Hair Crafters - A cut and curl salon; IF
this is the name on the business license
registered with the State of Illinois.
If not, the sign must be brought back to
the Appearance Commission for discussion.
3. Sign is to have a minimum of 2 inch ivory border.
4. Retainer to be 1 inch, dark bronze.
5. Letters to be individual , internally lit
with cool white flourescent bulbs,
3/16 inch plexi-glas letters.
6. Size not to exceed 2'6" x 14 feet.
Roll Call Vote: Aye - Larsen
Zusel
Cea
Gibbs
- Hardt
Nay - None
Motion Passed 6 to 0.
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RECOMMENDATION SUMMARY
PROJECT TITLE• Suffield Place, Off-Premise Sign DATE Sept. 23, 1982
OWNER OR Mr. Ray Scarry of United Development Corp. Mr. Dan Damato
DEVELOPER
MOVED BY: Com. Gibbs Com. Cea
SECONDED BY:
I move we approve the off-premise sign as presented
by Suffield Place with the following stipulations;
1 . Colors to be Blue on Silver background.
2. Erected on 4" x 4" posts, wolmanized wood,
stained dark brown.
3. Sign to be double faced; l0'x 12'
Northbound - arrow with Turn left at Busch Rd.
Southbound - bar with Go Back 500 feet.
4. Location - 500 feet from any other sign,
and set back a minimum of 10 feet from the
property line.
5. Ground around sign shall be cleared up
to an area of at least 5 feet.
6. Approval granted for a period of 6 months,
as per Section 14.20. 080 with renewal
granted by the Appearance Commission.
Roll Call Vote: Aye - Larsen
Zusel
Krippes
Cea
Gibbs
Nay - Hardt
Motion Passed 5 to 1 .
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AGENDA
APPEARANCE COMMISSION
VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, IL.
THURS. , OCT. 14, 1982
7:30 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Sept. 23, 1982
IV. BUSINESS
A. Strathmore. Square.,,(Buffalo fie Sall)
Signs - 1 . H & R Block
2 Hyatt Legal Service
Mr. Frank: Morelli
B. Jewel/Osco Signage
The Grove
C. Commerce Center = Lot 11 and 12, Building 1
Wes-Tec: Mr. John Thebault (228-6700)
V. ANNOUNCEMENTS
VI. ADJOURNMENT
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Donald L. Hardt, Chairman S
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�./ VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, IL.
THURS. , OCT. 14, 1982
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Don Hardt called the meeting to order at 7:42 P.M. on Thursday,
Oct. 14, 1982 at the Village Hall .
II. ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: L. Gibbs, C. Zusel , K. Krippes, E. Larsen and D. Hardt.
Commissioner C. Cea was absent. Mr. Dominic J. Saviano was present from the
Building Department. Trustee Chas. Gerschefske attended briefly.
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Deferred until later in the meeting.
IV. BUSINESS
A. Strathmore Square (Buffalo Grove Mall Sign)
1 . H & R Block, Sign for Pylon
Mr. Michael F. Listermann and Mr. William Murphy of Courtesy .
2. Hyatt Legal Service, Sign for Pylon
Mr. Michael F. Listermann and Mr. William Murphy of Courtesy.
3. Temporary Signage for Mall during construction time.
Mr. Frank Morelli , of Bernard Katz and Co.
1 . H & R Block and Hyatt Legal Services signs were presented. Mr. Lister-
mann requested they be placed on the large Mall sign during construction.
They will be Black letters on White background.
Mr. Morelli explained the remodeling process. Construction is scheduled
to start immediately and they hope to have the stores opened by Christ-
mas. Starting at the West side of the Mall , they will move to the East,
necessitating temporary signage for all the tenants. The whole front
should be completed by February and permanent signage erected by then.
After the building is completed, the large sign will be replaced by the
approved sign; but signage is needed during construction. Store front
signs will be put up all at once after the whole fascia is complete.
Mr. Morelli said a permit for a period of 6 months would be sufficient.
He stipulated that no advertising would be placed on the temporary signs.
They would be used for identification and directional purposes.
The Commissioners discussed the request and there were no unanswered
questions.
The temporary signage will be approved under Section 14.36.010 -
of exempt signs.
1. H & R Block - Insert in Pylon
Com. Gibbs made the following motion:
I move we approve the sign
by H & R Block; Size 5' x 2' ;
Colors to be White Background with
Black letters to be placed on the
Buffalo Grove Mall Pylon Sign that
currently exists;
The sign will be placed in the top
Southern spaces on both sides of
the sign.
Com. Krippes seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote: Aye - Larsen
Gibbs
Zusel
Krippes
Hardt
Nay - None
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
2. Hyatt Legal Services - Insert in Pylon
Com. Larsen made the following motion:
I move we approve the Hyatt Legal
Services sign as presented:
Size - 5' x 2' ; Colors - White back-
ground with Black Letters. Sign to
be double-faced located in the two
top Northern spaces on the existing
sign structure at Strathmore Square -
(now known as Buffalo Grove Mall )
Com. Zusel seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote: Aye - Larsen
Zusel
Gibbs
Krippes
Hardt
Nay - None
Motion Passed 5 to 0.
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Chairman Hardt asked what would happen to the many different signs
that are now located on the front of the building.
Mr. Morelli said they would be taken down within the next 3 weeks and
temporary signs used until the front is completed next spring.
Chairman Hardt asked that uniformity in the temporary signage where
possible. He suggested they be the same size with some uniformity in
color. Preferably, directions should not appear on the ID signage.
Mr. Morelli said he could not stipulate location or exact signage that
will be necessary, but he agreed to limit the size to 4' x 6' and the.
colors White Background with Blue lettering. He asked for some flexi-
bility in placement and type of directional signs. No lights.
The can signs that exist now will not be put back up. All the new signs
will conform with the sign package approved by the Commission.
Com. Gibbs made the following motion:
I move we approve the temporary signs as
presented by H & R. Block and Hyatt Legal
Services at the Strathmore Square.
Size to be 4' x 6' with White Background.
Letters to be Blue; Time limit to be 6
months or the petitioners will return to
the Appearance Commission.
Signs may also be erected for any other
N., tenants as long as they meet the above
stipulations. Tenants must be actively
doing business. Location of signs to be
determined by Mr. Dominic Saviano and
the owner of the shopping center, to be
in the best interest to the Village.
Com. Krippes seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote: Aye - Zusel
Krippes
Gibbs
Hardt
Nay - Larsen
Motion Passed 4 to 1 .
Ch. Hardt noted that the signage is for the purpose of directing people
into the businesses. Some flexibility will be allowed. If more signage
is needed, Mr. Morelli can call Mr. Saviano before placement.
Mr. Morelli agreed and said he felt the Commission has given him enough
signage to achieve his purposes.
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B. Jewel/Osco - Fascia Signage
Tim Schwartz, Real Estate Rep. for Jewel :
Jay Jeske, Construction Engineer and Mr. Thomas Mc Donald, Ken Tucker
Mr. Schwartz described the purpose of their presentation. Because two
variations will be needed by Jewel in order to erect the signage they
desire, and because approval of the Appearance Commission will be needed
also, the signs are being presented to the AC first to save time.
Variations needed are: 1 ) Sec. 14.20.030 C - Total of 5 signs
2) Sec. 14.20.090 A - Height of J/0 signs.
Mr. Jeske presented a drawing of the building with the signage depicted.
First the height of the words Jewel/Osco exceeds the Ordinance limits
by 7 inches and the total height requested is 8 ft. 7" - the height of
the Prototype and all the patterns are made in this one size.
Also a variation is needed for the words Drug-Food over both entrances
and the word Liquor, a total of 5 additional signs plus the JEWEL/OSCO.
Mr. Jeske explained that the Jewel/Osco companies are developing combin-
ation stores. They are knocking out the common walls and opening up
the stores so that all purchases can be made through the same check-out
lines. When this measure was taken some time ago, extensive research
and testing was done. Customers still perceive the stores as two, not
one; but with the new combination stores, customers were still being
confused because they did not realize they could go into either door.
Some of the Osco Drug stores do not sell liquor, so the sign Liquor
is being requested as identification on the Osco side. There is a
separate cash register for Liquor.
Two renderings were distributed, but Mr. Jeske explained that "B" is a
rendering of what the Sign Code actually allows: JEWEL FOODS/ OSCO DRUGS.
"A" shows JEWEL/OSCO with the Drug,Food and Liquor signs. Even though
there is a total of 5 extra signs, the square footage is much less.
They prefer rendering "A" which is the one being used on a total of 90
conversions in the Chicago area. All identification is being changed.
The letters are made of extruded aluminium, individual letters, internal-
ly illuminated. Colors are all the same, J/O Orange. The total length
of the building is 282 feet 6 inches.
Com. Gibbs suggested a elimination of Drug from the Food side of the
store; elimination of Food from the Drug side of the store and lowering
of the Liquor sign to the same plane on the Osco side of the store.
Mr. Schwartz said this would defeat the purpose of identifying the
business as a double store. Not a food store on one side and a drug
store on the other.
Com. Krippes said she had gone into one of the new stores to purchase
only baby asprin, and because she entered the wrong side, time was wasted.
She had parked on the wrong side and had to walk through the store twice.
Mr. Schwartz said their customer research studies would disagree with
the opinion and reports indicate that customers are generally pleased.
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The lights would be on a timer and would probably go off 1/2 hour after
closing.
Com. Larsen felt that the requested signage would break up the massive
storefront. Elimination of the large Food/Drug letters, the amount of
signage is reduced. Mr. Larsen objected to the Liquor sign, for a per-
sonal reason.
After discussing the presentation, Ch. Hardt took a straw poll with
regard to the height of JEWEL/OCSO - 8 foot 7 inch sign. Even though
Plan B is not actually being presented as an possibility, Ch. Hardt felt
the ZBA would want to know that it is not a vaible alternate to Plan A.
The Commission was in agreement that the 7 additional inches are not
objectionable. (Gibbs, Zusel , Krippes, Larsen and Hardt)
Ch. Hardt stated the following recommendation to the Zoning Board of
Appeals:
"It is the recommendation of the Appearance Commission
to the Zoning Board of Appeals that there is no problem with the 72"
requested by Jewel/Osco for the main portion of the Jewel/Osco sign.
It is the recommendation of the Appearance Commission
to grant the variation as requested."
A second straw poll was taken with reference to the 2nd request for
2 Drug-Food signs and 1 Liquor sign; in addition to the JEWEL/OSCO
sign. The Appearance Commission has been directed to look at the
aesthetic value of this signage and how it compares with the Sign Code.
The ZBA deals more with the hardship values with regard to requests.
The Appearance Commission's recommendation will be based on the
aesthetics and the effect on the surrounding area as well as the effect
the signs will have on the entire development.
Com. Larsen: Food and Drug are within the Name and Nature of the
Business. Putting them above both entrances is not
a problem. Liquor is more than just a generic term,
but it is within the category. He is not in favor
of the Liquor sign. He suggested the words Drug/Food
be flip-flopped to identify which entrance is which.
Com. Zusel : Food over the food side and the Drug over the drug side.
Liquor sign wherever they choose. *Later changed her
opinion to No Liquor sign.
Com. Gibbs: Food over the food door and Drug over the drug store,
Liquor brought down on the same line.*Changed - No Liquor.
Com. Krippes: Food over the Jewel side; Osco over the Drug entrance;
and eliminate the Liquor sign.
Ch. Hardt: Stated the Commission must be consistent with the permits
it has granted to the other businesses that will be in
competition with Jewel/Osco. Liquor was not allowed on
\./ Walgreens or Mark Drugs. He complimented the builders
on the project and noted that he felt people know Jewel/
Osco; therefore the words Food and Drugs are synonymous
wood Jewel and Osco. He felt they would pick up some
new customers, but in this area the name is known.
*Changes were-made after DH's APPEARANCE COMMISSION
statement. Oct. 14, 1982 - Page Five
Ch. Hardt said the recommendation to the ZBA would be mixed saying
that:
a.- 2 Commissioners prefer only Jewel/Osco identification;
No Drug - Food or Liquor signs.
b. 2 Commissioners prefer Food over the food store entrance
only and Drug over the drug store entrance. No Liquor.
c. 1 Commissioner favors both Drug/Food over each entrance;
but delete Liquor.
Com. Larsen also noted that under canopy signs would be allowed.
Mr. Jeske noted that not all Osco stores have a Pharmacy and the
word Drug identifies this service.
Ch. Hardt noted that the recommendation to the ZBA expresses the
aesthetic quality of the signage. The ZBA determines the approval
of variation on the basis of hardship. He suggested that a motion
be made approving the appearance of the signage with reference to
the height of Jewel/Osco 8' 71/2" portion of the sign, contingent on
ZBA approval . This portion of the sign would not have to come back
to the Appearance Commission at a later, and the sign could be ordered.
If the ZBA grants approval of a variation on the Drug-Food-Liquor, ,
then the signs will have to come back to the Appearance Commission
for approval .
Mr. Schwartz rejected this suggestion, saying they are going for a
whole package
C. Commerce Center — Lots 11 and 12, Building 1 : Wes-Tech.
Mr. John Thebault, Builder: Bob Wescamp, Owner and Julius Kwasek, Arch.
A full review was presented: Architecture, Landscaping, Lighting and
Signage. Mr. Wescamp described the project. Address: 720 Dartmouth.
It is located at the Commerce Center on the last 2 lots at the end of
the street. Materials are very similiar to the other buildings in the
park. The building will be very compatible in terms of tone and in terms
of materials. Not the same but complementary.
1. ARCHITECTURE - MATERIALS
a. Major structural materials - Flush panel metal siding, 22 guage
Color - Dark bronze.
Brick - Office portion of front
elevation:
Light brown utility face
brick.
White Band - Cut Limestone - 12" high.
Windows - Bronze tinted glass with
dark bronze frames.
Garage Doors - Factory baked dark
brown painted finish.
Service Door - Painted dark brown to
match garage doors .
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Wes-Tech Building Materials, continued:
Flashing between panel and limestone.
Samples of the building materials were presented. The Brick is make by
Cloud Ceramics - Cimmeron Blend. Mortar will be natural . The paneling is
Trojan Bronze manufactured by Binkley (Top of line) , made with concealed
fasteners. Brick will be on the North and West elevations of the building.
West wall and front elevations will be bermed up to the windows.
Parking is along the West side of the building. Cars cannot smash into the
metal walls.
Roof top units are a dark color - none will be in line of site at the rear
of the building, as shown on drawing. Only in-plant office air-condition-
ing units in front. Wes-Tech manufactures automatic assembly equipment for
manufacture of electronic components. Ch. Hardt requested that the roof
top units that are seen be painted out. Mr. Wescamp agreed.
All interior downspouts. Electrical is all located underground. A trans-
former will be in the building. Com Ed will give directions.
Com. Gibbs made the following motion:
I move we approve the Architecture and Materials
of the Wes - Tech Building at the Commerce Center:
1 . Brick - Untility Face Brick, Cimmeron Blend
Light brown in color.
2. Siding - Bronze metal paneling.
3. Windows - Bronze casings with bronze glass.
4. Limestone around the South elevation and
part of West elevation will be White band
as indicated on the drawing.
5. East and North elevations - all metal .
6. West elevation - part brick and part metal .
7. Parking lot on West side only.
8. Roof top units to be Bronze or dark color,
to be painted out at a future date if they
do become in the line-of-sight.
9. Downspouts are all interior.
10. 6" standard pipe guards painted out to
match siding, 4 in front of loading and
unloading doors .
11 . Door on front of building to be painted
out to match the dark bronze.
12. Door on rear elevation painted out to match
the dark bronze.
Com. Krippes seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Larsen - Aye
Zusel
Krippes
Gibbs
Hardt
Motion passed 5 to 0. Nay- None
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2. Exterior Lighting
a. Lights under the soffit in the bays over windows.
Straight down lights - 18 inches back under soffit;
2 per window bay
aesthetic treatment and security.
One light on West Elevation for security. Night Light TFH.
A specification sheet was submitted - High pressure sodium.
This light will be focused on the parking lot and will be on
all night, unless there is ever any need to put it on a timer.
Lights will be required at the service doors. Something that
will blend will be sufficient.
Com. Larsen made the following motion:
I move we approve the lighting as presented by
Wes Tech at the Commerce Center including:
1 . Downlights - In window bays; 2 each
2. TFH Floodlight on West side.
3. Inclusion of code acceptable lights
over the service doors, front and rear.
Com. Gibbs seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Aye - Krippes
Gibbs
Zusel
Larsen
Motion Passed 5 to 0. onedt
Nay - None
3. LANDSCAPING
Berms on both elevations will be sodded. Remainder of lot will be
hydro-seeded. The developer agrees to comply with the Village
approved plans for the parkway.
Washed gravel will be used in the planting area.
Boulder as shown. Taller plantings at corner to soften effect.
Plantings below the windows will be cut back and forced to stay low.
The birch is a hardy species, not subject to boar.
Refuse Containers - Containers will be inside the garage area, in a
dumpster. Refuse is mostly steel chips. If it
is ever stored outside, the developer stipulated
that a screening of landscaping will be provided.
A row of bushes - evergreens will be planted.
Parking Lot is Curbed to protect landscaping.
Com. Zusel made the following motion:
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I move we approve: Landscaping for Wes-Tech
at the Commerce Center, as presented with the
stipulation that should the refuse containers, cont'd
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Wes Tech motion cont'd:
be located outside, they will be landscaped
by berming with plantings that are year-around
coverage.
Com. Larsen seconded theimotion. Roll Call Vote: Aye- Krippes
Gibbs
Zusel
Larsen
Hardt
Motion Passed 5 to 0. Nay - None
4. SIGNAGE:
The only signage will be the WES-TECH INC. logo on the building.
The rendering is accurately shown on the drawing. It will be White -
constructed from brushed aluminum, painted white. It will be 6'
high from ground level . It is 13' feet to the top of the brick.
Letters are about 21 inches high.
A flood light will be focused on the sign, and will be screened with
3 small bushes.
Com. Gibbs made the following motion:
I move we approve the Wes Tech, Inc. sign
as depicted on the rendering:
1 . Color White: with quartz lighting fixture.
2. Material - brushed aluminum painted white.
3. Size of letters not to exceed 21 inches high.
4. Light to be limited to 1 fixture, screened
with 2 or 3 small bushes. Lighting is to
only highlight letters and not illuminate
any other part of the building.
Com. Krippes seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Aye - Larsen
Zusel
Krippes
Gibbs
Hardt
Motion Passed 5 to 0. Nay - None
V. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Minutes of September 23, 1982. Com. Krippes made a motion to approve as
submitted. Com. Gibbs seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote - Aye Unanimously
Sept. 23, 1982 minutes will be placed on file.
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B. SIGN CODE MODIFICATION
Mr. Saviano announced that because the ZBA has a very long Agenda
scheduled for next Tuesday, Oct. 19, 1982 - the planned discussion
of the Sign Code has been cancelled.
The Jewel/Osco Variations will be 1st on the Agenda if any AC Com-
missioners want to attend. Meeting starts at 8:00 P.M.
Ch. Hardt directed the Appearance Commissioners to review the
Sign Code and mark all problem areas. The AC will discuss these
areas at the next meeting, October 28, 1982.
VI. ADJOURNMENT
Com. Zusel made a motion to adjourn. Com. Larsen seconded the
motion. The meeting was adjouned at 10:00 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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Shirley Bata Secretary
Appearance Commission
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