1990-05-10 - Appearance Commission - Minutes APPEARANCE COMMISSION
VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS
THURSDAY , MAY 10 , 1990
I . CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Ed Larsen called the meeting to order at 7 : 37 P.M . on
Thursday, May 10 , 1990 at the Village Hall , 50 Raupp Boulevard.
II . ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present : E. Bremner , C. Bruno , F . Weissman and
E. Larsen
Commissioners Absent : D. Ehrhardt , R. Gordon and M. Silbernik
Bldg . Dept . Liaison: Charles Matt , Deputy Bldg . Commissioner
Public Works Director : Greg Boysen was also present .
III . APPROVAL OF MINUTES
April 26 , 1990 - Motion to approve as submitted was made by
Com . Bruno and seconded by Com. Bremner .
Roll Call Vote : AYE - Bremner , Bruno , Larsen
NAY - None
ABSTAIN - Weissman
Motion Passed - 3 to 0 , 1 abstention.
Minutes of April 26 , 1990 approved and will be placed on file .
Minutes of April remain Tabled because of Commissioners ' absence .
IV. OLD BUSINESS
A. Churchill Lane , Single Family - New Model
Mr . Jim Meigs , Production Manager of Lexington Homes ,
1156 Shure Drive , Arlington Heights , IL 60006 (253-9770)
made the presentation. He displayed drawings of all the
existing Churchill Lane model elevations . Most of the
houses , built so far , have had 3-car garages .
The new model , #3595 , basically 3 ,000 sq . ft . , is somewhat
smaller and less expensive than the existing models . All
the materials and colors will be the same as previously
approved . Model #3595 will be offered with a 3-car option
by extending the roof line and keeping the same exterior
treatment . Elevations could be reversed , depending upon
the configuration of the lot and the customer ' s preference .
There are 84 lots in the Churchill Lane Subdivision, with
only 20 left to sell . Considering the restrictions of the
Monotony Code , not many of the #3595 models can be built ,
but it will be a premier model in some newer subdivisions .
Ch. Larsen indicated that Elevation C , Series #3595 and
Elevation C, Series #3600 are very similar . The other
commissioners agreed . All the other elevations will be
considered different with respect to the Monotony Code .
Mr . Meigs said they have been using a combination of semi-
transparent and solid body stain on the cedar siding . They
have had some problems with the semi-transparent stain and
would like to offer customers the semi/solid option. The
colors would remain the same : White , Brown, Cape Cod Grey
and Weathered Barnboard .
There were no objections to this request .
Com. Weissman made a motion to recommend approval of the new
Churchill Lane Model , Series #3595 , for Lexington Homes as
submitted with the stipulation that Elevation C , Series
#3595 and Elevation C , Series 3600 , will be considered
similar with respect to the Monotony Code .
Com. Bruno seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote : AYE - Bremner , Bruno , Weissman and Larsen
NAY - None
Motion Passed - 4 to 0 .
Com . Weissman made a motion to recommend approval of solid
color stains to match the semi-transparent stains , that were
previously approved by the AC, with the understanding that
the choice will be left up to the builder ' s clientele .
Com . Bruno seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote : AYE - Bremner , Bruno , Weissman and Larsen
NAY - None
Motion Passed - 4 to 0 .
V. NEW BUSINESS
Ch. Larsen announced that due to a special request , Item D would
be taken first .
v. Cambridge Plaza West - Ground Sign and Sign Criteria
Buffalo Grove Rd. So . of Dundee
Joe Cheney , North Shore Sign, 1925 Industrial Drive ,
Libertyville , IL 60048 (816-7020) made the presentation.
Maurice Lenchner , developer of the plaza , was also present .
1 . Ground Sign:
The top panel will have the plaza name and there will be 5
tenant spaces . There are 6 stores , but one tenant has taken
two spaces . Unused tenant spaces will have blank panels .
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Size - 4 ' x 6 ' with 4 ' posts ; Total Ht . - 8 '
Posts - 5" x 5" square , Dark Bronze Tubes
Colors - Panels will be Ivory with Dark Bronze copy.
Top panel will be reversed with the name -
Cambridge Plaza West .
The preferred location would be just south of the driveway ,
about 242 feet from the Schwinn Bike Shop sign.
Ch. Larsen reminded Mr . Cheney that the Sign Code requires
250 feet spacing between signs . The Bldg . Dept . would make
the determination if a variance is required .
Com. Bruno made a motion to recommend approval of the
aesthetics of the Cambridge Plaza West directory ground sign
as submitted , with a recommendation to the ZBA for variance ,
if required .
Com . Bremner seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote : AYE - Weissman, Bremner , Bruno and Larsen
NAY - None
Motion Passed - 4 to 0 .
2 . Sign Criteria for Cambridge Plaza West
Each tenant will be permitted one 1 ' 2" x 8 ' 0" single face
illuminated box sign, to be installed above the doorway.
Cabinets will be dark bronze . Background will be ivory ,
with 4-1/2" dark bronze copy.
Com . Bruno made a motion to recommend approval of the
Cambridge Plaza West Sign Criteria as submitted .
Com. Weissman seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote : AYE - Bremner , Weissman, Bruno and Larsen
NAY - None
Motion Passed - 4 to 0 .
A. 1st Nationwide Bank , 1191 N. Mc Henry Road - CASH STATION
Terry Doyle , Doyle Signs , P. O. Box 1068 , 232 Interstate Rd. ,
Addison, IL 60101 (312-543-9490) made the presentation.
He requested approval of one 2 ' 3" x 2 ' Cash Station Sign,
with Logo , to be located near the entrance on Route 83 and
one exposed 1 ' 6" x 4 ' 6" box sign on the wall next to the
doorway on Route 83 . Colors to be "Cash Station Green. "
Com. Bruno made a motion to recommend approval of the
Cash Station Signs as submitted by 1st Nationwide Bank .
Com. Bremner seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote : AYE - Weissman, Bremner , Bruno and Larsen
NAY - None
Motion Passed - 4 to 0 .
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B. Shell Station Ground Sign - Dundee Road
Face Change to sign previously granted ZBA Variance .
Terry Doyle , Doyle Signs , P. O. Box 1068 , 232 Interstate Rd. ,
Addison, IL 60101 (312-543-9490) made the presentation.
The sign was granted a variance for distance to the property
line , and now the station owners have asked to have Car Wash
included in the copy . The total size remains the same .
Mr . Matt has reviewed the sign. He stated it conforms with
the Sign Code and the variance . The size of the Shell Logo
was reduced and "Car Wash" was added above the logo .
Com. Bremner made a motion to recommend approval of the
addition of "Car Wash" to the previously approved Shell
ground sign , on Dundee Road , as submitted .
Com . Bruno seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote : AYE - Weissman, Bruno , Bremner and Larsen
NAY - None
Motion Passed - 4 to 0 .
C. The Arbors Condominiums - Ground Sign on Dundee Road
Recommendation for Variance to Zoning Board of Appeals
Jack Metzger , Diamond Outdoor Advertising , 1200 E. Golf Rd .
Des Plaines , P.O. Box 121 , Des Plaines , IL (827-1771 ) made
the presentation. Greg Lambert , Condo Assn. President
was also present .
The Arbors had a fence , with individual letters , on both
sides of the driveway. The fence has been removed and
replaced with landscaping. One section with "ARBORS" has
been left on the east side of the driveway and they want to
replace it with a single faced sandblasted sign.
A variance is required because the sign will be 173 feet
from the medical building to the east .
Colors : Background - Pilgrim Red
Lettering - Ivory
Inset Line - Ivory
Leaf - - - - Medium and Dark Green
Dimensions : 44" x 96" with 6" x 48" Old Oak Dr . panel below
Ch. Larsen suggested moving the sign west so it will be
closer to the driveway. It would still require a variance .
Com. Weissman made a motion to recommend approval of a
variance for The Arbors Condominiums sign as proposed .
Com. Bruno seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote : AYE - Bremner , Bruno , Weissman and Larsen
NAY - None
Motion Passed - 4 to 0 .
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E. Village of Buffalo Grove , New Fire Station
Route 22 and Easton Avenue - Full Review
Fire Chief Thomas C. Allenspach gave a brief history of his
nine month relationship with Buffalo Grove . Based on
Buffalo Grove ' s potential growth, the Chief ' s evaluation of
the Village fire services , has led to his recommendation to
establish two more fire districts , one to the north and ,
eventually, one to the east . After the districts were
defined , the existing fire stations were studied to
determine what would make them more functional . A task
force of eight fire fighters was formed , and neighboring
fire stations were visited. Tonight ' s presentation is the
result of the architects ' refinement of the task force ' s
basic objectives and floor plans .
The design team was represented by:
John Thebault , President , and Ken Lattanzi , P. E.
Mc Lennan & Thebault , Inc . 1771 Commerce Drive ,
Elk Grove Village , IL 60007 (708-228-6700) ;
Julius Kwasek and Robert Sebak , Harris & Kwasek
Architects Inc . , 4811 Emerson Avenue ,
Palatine , IL (708-303-1155) ; and
Ronald Rehling , Landscape Architect , P.O. Box 592 ,
2S311 Deerpath Road , Batavia , IL 60510 (708-879-0577) .
Mr . Thebault described the site plan. The building was
designed around the proposed internal floor plans submitted
by the task force . The south elevation faces Route 22 ,
the west elevation faces the Woodlands Commons (commercial ) ,
the north elevation faces the Fiore residential property and
the east elevation faces Easton Avenue . The basic concept
of the building is transitional because it had to be speci-
fically functional as well as compatible with the community.
The property is situated on a possible wetland , and for this
reason, the building has been located totally away from the
wetland area , which has been appropriately landscaped .
1 . ELEVATIONS/MATERIALS:
a. Brick : Taylor , #371 - Autumn Blend Wirecut ,
Utility Size
b . Windows : Wood clad casement , with clear glass
c . Roof : Asphalt , Dark Brown, Timberline GAF
d . Trim: Cedar , Pratt & Lambert Plantinum stain
(over windows , doors , etc . )
e . Fascia : Stained dark brown
f . Metal Doors : Painted to match Platinum
g . Residential heating and A/C units will be used ,
with the condensors at the rear of the building .
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The Commissioners had no questions .
Com. Weissman made a motion to recommend approval of the
Elevations and Materials for the new fire station on Rt . 22
and Easton Avenue , as submitted .
Com. Bremner seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote : AYE - Bruno , Bremner , Weissman and Larsen
NAY - None
Motion Passed - 4 to 0 .
2 . LANDSCAPING:
Mr . Rehling described the landscape plan, which meets the
functional requirements and the aesthetic considerations of
the site .
Easton Avenue is bermed and lined with street trees .
The exposed parking areas are screened with shrubs .
The fire station patio area is enclosed with screening.
The residential buffer area is bermed and planted.
The front entry has been left open because the exiting
yehicles require an unrestricted view .
Aesthetically , various trees and shrubs have been chosen
that are tolerable to both water and drought . The species
are somewhat different from the usual plantings . Disease
resistant Lincoln Elms have been introduced. Other hardy
ornamental and native shrubs have been used to provide
seasonal color and beauty that compliment the building .
The Village Forester ' s Review, dated May 9 , 1990 recommends
elimination of , and substitution for , the Redtwig Dogwood on
the east side of the detention pond ; and the Red Chokeberrys
on the berm around the deciduous trees .
Mr . Rehling commented that Redtwig Dogwood trees were chosen
because they take very little maintenance , but he agreed to
the make the substitutions requested by Mr . Rigsby .
Com. Bruno made a motion to recommend approval of the
Landscape Plan, for the new fire station, as submitted ,
with the stipulation that the petitioner will accede to
the Village Forester ' s recommendations regarding the Redtwig
Dogwood and Red Chokeberry ; and the elimination of the
berms on the east and west sides of the site .
Com . Weissman seconded the motion.
�./ Roll Call Vote : AYE - Bremner , Weissman, Bruno and Larsen
NAY - None
Motion Passed - 4 to 0 .
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3 . LIGHTING:
Mr . Lattanzi described the proposed lighting :
Type A fixtures will be located along the west property
line - 2 in the rear parking lot and 1 near the front
driveway. Poles will be 30 feet in height . The source
will be High Pressure Sodium.
The photometric study indicates that there will be no
light spillage outside the property lines . Because of
the nature of the facility, it was undetermined if the
lights would remain on all night . They could be
regulated by a timer .
Type B fixtures are bollards , located around the
visitors parking area and at the front door .
Some Antique Brass residential light fixtures will be
included at the front and rear entry doors , and at the
patio door .
Com. Bruno made a motion to recommend approval of the
Lighting as proposed for the new fire station, with the
stipulation that the Village Engineer approve the
photometrics .
Com. Weissman seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote : AYE - Bremner , Weissman, Bruno and Larsen
NAY - None
Motion Passed - 4 to 0 .
Ch. Larsen complemented the design team on the architecture
of the building and the fine presentation.
F . Automotive Engine Rebuilders Assn.
Lot 34 - Buffalo Grove Commerce Center
Ronald R. Larsen , Mc Lennan & Thebault , Inc . , 1771 Commerce
Drive , Elk Grove Village , IL 60007 (228-6700) made the
presentation.
The original site plan includes this area as " future
expansion. " The proposed addition will match the existing
brick . There will be no landscaping changes , except for the
addition of some grass . Two matching wall pacs will be
added to the west wall .
Com. Bremner made a motion to recommend approval of the
new building addition as proposed for expansion of the
Automotive Engine Rebuilders Assn. , Commerce Center , Lot 34 .
Com. Bruno seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote : AYE - Weissman, Bruno , Bremner and Larsen
NAY - None
Motion Passed - 4 to 0 .
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VI . ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. Cambridge Commons - Change of parking lot lighting fixtures .
Mr . Matt distributed copies of a letter from William Simpson
requesting a change of the parking lot light shoe box
fixtures from two to four heads . The area is dark at night
and the customers have complained .
There were no objections or discussion.
Com. Bruno made a motion to approve the change of the
parking lot light fixtures at Cambridge Commons Shopping
Center , from two to four heads , as proposed .
Com. Weissman seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote : AYE - Bremner , Weissman, Bruno and Larsen
NAY - None
Motion Passed - 4 to 0 .
B. Village Green Park District Sign
Mr . Matt distributed copies of the sign being proposed by
the Park District for the south end of Town Center , near
the gazebo and band shell by the park lake .
The sign would be cedar routed 4 ' 3" x 5 ' with a Rotary Club
emblem at the top. The background of the sign would be
Light Grey with a White Buffalo Grove Logo and Lettering .
Supports will be 6" x 6" painted to match the background .
The base will be landscaped .
The Rotary Logo would be 18" in diameter . The copy would
have a Navy Blue background with Gold Copy. The Village
Shield will be 12" x 12" including the buffalo .
The Appearance Commissioners discussed the colors because
White Lettering on a Light Grey background would not be
legible and the size of the Village logo is too small .
Com. Bremner said there is a Village park sign at Arlington
Heights Road and Checker that is Light Grey with Black copy.
Ch. Larsen suggested Light Grey background with Blue and
Gold copy to match the Rotary Club emblem.
Com. Bruno made a motion to recommend approval -of the
proposed Rotary/Village Green sign, with the recommendation
that the background color be Light Grey with Charcoal Grey
or Blue copy. The Buffalo Grove emblem could be have some
white copy , such a White Buffalo with a Dark Outline .
The border and the posts could be White . The Rotary emblem
colors to be as presented.
Com . Weissman seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote : AYE - Bremner , Weissman , Bruno and Larsen
NAY - None
Motion Passed - 4 to 0 .
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C. Dominoes Pizza - Chase Plaza
Young people have been seen holding an advertising banner on
the median. They do not have a permit to do this . Because
is also dangerous , the police should be notified .
D. Wendy' s is going for a variance . Seigle ' s did not agree to
have a combination sign. The Seigle ' s ground sign has been
installed at the proper setback for the height .
VII . ADJOURNMENT
Com . Bruno made a motion to adjourn.
Ch. Larsen adjourned the meeting at 9 : 15 P.M.
-Respectfully submitted ,
Shirley Bates ,
AC Recording Secretary
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