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1977-12-08 - Appearance Control Commission - Minutes y VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE APPEARANCE CONTROL COMMISSION DECEMBER 8, 1977 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Sherwin Rosenfeld at 7:52 P.M. on Thurs . , December 8, 1977 at the Village Hall. 2, ROLL CALL Those present: Sherwin Rosenfeld, Don Hardt and Lorraine Kirby. Dominic Saviano, Building Department. Absent : Charles Bentley. QUORUM PRESENT 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairman Rosenfeld deferred the approval of minutes . 4. OLD BUSINESS Home Federal Savings & Loan Assn. Mr. Saviano reported that Home Federal had called to ask why their sign is not according to code . The reason being that it is too high. Chairman Rosenfeld said, "Keep after them." The new building can have a sign if they comply with the sign package or a vari- ance. The sign in' question was originally a temporary sign. , 1st Federal Savings & Loan Assn. The sign is eight (8) inches too high. Commissioner Hardt asked if it complies with the sign package . Chairman Rosenfeld said - No. Commissioner Kirby explained that after the letters were enlarged, the Logos was removed and therefore not in accordance with the sign package . Mr. Saviano was asked to check it out. 5. NEW BUSINESS Chairman Rosenfeld asked .if a meeting December 22, 1977 would present a problem because of the Christmas Holidays . It was decided that no meeting will be held on that date . Next meeting will be January 9, 1978 . w 'r► a. CAMBRIDGE COMMONS CLEANERS Representatives - Marvin Goldzweig, Best Neon Sign Co. Jack Skovronski, Owner Mr. Goldzweig presented a sample of the sign face material - the sign now reads CLEANERS & MEN'S WEAR illuminated . Chairman Rosenfeld asked. Mr. Skovronski if the name was entirely satisfactory. He stated that it was not complete and could hinder the business if customers could not easily locate the phone number. The discussion that followed explained the Village sign ordinance requiring approval of the erection of temporary as well as permanent signs . - Commissioner Kirby asked why the sign letters were already fabricated. - Commissioner Hardt restated the neglect of the Kohl' s Commons owner to inform the tenants of the need for permits and his original sign package approval . - Mr. Saviano concurred with Commissioner Hardt and suggested that the owner be billed for violation. He further suggested that a letter be sent to Mr. Simpson requiring him to comply with the sign package regulation. • Chairman Rosenfeld directed his attention back to the petitioner and asked that the word CAMBRIDGE be added above words CLEANERS & MEN'S WEAR by March 1, 1978 . The letters to be three ( 3) inches above the original words and the letters themselves nine (9) inches . - Mr. Skovronski said he would comply with this request . • - A motion was begun by Commissioner Hardt : I move that we accept the Cambridge Cleaners and Men's Wear sign as presented with the following variance : Motion completed by Chairman Rosenfeld : That variance being the addition of CAMBRIDGE in lighted nine (9) inch letters centered above the words now up -- CLEANERS & MEN'S WEAR. Color - Orange 2569, the same as the existing lettering. The time limit for the erection of the additional letters is to be Mar. 1, 1978. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Kirby. A Roll Call vote was taken and the motion carried unanimously. Appearance Control Comm. Dec . 8, 1977 - Page Two . • • � t • ji • b. DOMINICK'S Representative - Jim Coconas , Kenroy, Inc . - Mr. Coconas presented plans for a temporary sign to be erected on the building at Buffalo Grove Mall where National used to be . He requested a sign made of 4 pieces of 4'x 8' my wood - One - face, against wall, reading: - - DOMINICK'S He asked for a time allowance will be expanding until July 1, 1978 with an this store automatic extension until the and opening soon store was ready to erect the permanent sign. - Mr. Saviano mentioned the sign ordinance stated that signs are limited to 100 sq . ft . and the sign proposed was 128 sq . ft . - After some discussion a sign was proposed which would be 96 an . ft .- or 168 x 6' and which will read DOMINICK'S Expanding & -Opening Soon. Motion made .by Commissioner Kirby: I move that the application for the temporary sign for Dominick's Food Store be given to Kenroy Inc, with the following stipulations:- a. Size limited to 16 ft length by 6 ft height for a total of 96 square feet . • b. The word Dominick's be orange as presented , with D and ascenders being three ( 3) ft and the lower case letters being eighteen (18) inches . • c . That the copy is one (1) foot below the word Dominick's and will read as follows, using the ampersand:- Expanding &. Opening Soon The color being Brown, Nine (9) inch letters . d. The permit will be issued until May 1, 1978 with an automatic extension to July 1, 1978 at which time Kenroy will have to reappear before the commission. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hardt . A Roll call vote was taken and the motion carried uninimously. An amendment was made by Commissioner Kirby as follows : That the location of the sign is the middle of the facia; and that the temporary sign must be removed when Dominick' s puts up their permanent sign. A revote was taken and was passed unanimously. Appearance Control Comm. • Dec. 8, 1977 - Page Three c. VILLAGE BOARD PROJECT- - Temporary Signs Representative - Bob Bogart, Trustee - Mr. Bogart stated the need for temporary signs to be . posted by Civic Organizations . He proposed four (4) or five (5) permanent type signs to be placed a specific locations in village announcing functions such as the Blood Drive , etc . He presented a diagram of signs constructed of 4' x 8' plywood , painted on- a white background, with the words Buffalo Grove , in Red permanent letters . - Commissioner asked if any merchants would allow advertising on already existing signs such as at the Car 'Wash, Bank, etc? An objection was raised concerning the appearanceof temporary signs when nothing was being advertised. It was also stated that temporary signs are not a good idea because of the need for supervision. - Mr. Bogart said that nice, permanent sign that could be changed would cost approximately $1,700 .00 each. - Chairman Rosenfeld agreed there was a need but that there were factors such as location, length of time , ect . to be considered . He suggest that permanent supports could be erected with removable boards fitted into slots might work. A calendar needs to be developed and the signs put up two (2) weeks prior to event . - Commissioner Hardt suggested stained plywood with white or beige letters , as well as the Village Name in Brown with crest . Letters could be limited to three ( 3) sizes . on the same face . Each civic organization would provide their own sign. When not in use the sign could read Drive Safely - Welcome, etc. The cost of such a sign would be approximately $100.00 . Specific locations to be determined. - Commissioner Hardt offered to drill the holes in the ground . - Mr. Saviano was asked to check the ordinances . - Chairman Rosenfeld drew a suggested signboard and asked Mr. Bogart to secure more detailed drawing, suggested locations , and a tentative calendar, then return for approval. - Commissioner Hardt asked Mr. Bogart for three ( 3) new board members . d . STRATHMORE GROVE Representative - Richard Kobylski, for Levitt Homes , Mr. Kobylski presented the architectural drawings for 136 Lots to be constructed by Levitt Home Builders . The four models are to be called: Ashford, Chelsea, Sheffield and Nantucket . L Chairman Rosenfeld began the discussion with the statement that one problem is the all white trim which is unacceptable . And second, Levitt has not complied with 'a..:Motonomy code in the past . Appearance Control Commission December 8, 1977 - Page Four. w 7 d . Strathmore Grove , Cont'd. - Mr. Kobylski was asked to make up a new color scheme package . - Mr. Kobylski stated that the new personell would comply. - Chairman Rosenfeld repeated that the monotony code would be re- inforced. Review of the plans began, with discussion of the landscaping, sinage , and lighting for models. - Commissioner Kirby asked what the commission was to do? Review the elevations , appearance , materials , in general. - Chairman Rosenfeld noted that there would be a further presenta- tion of the landscaping . - Commissioner Hardt explained the Appearance Commission' s desire that all corner lots have no plain elevations facing the street without appropriate landscaping and asked the developer for a • commitment to provide a package for provision of trees, or shrubs . Mr. Kobylski agreed to landscape corner lots . - Chairman Rosenfeld suggested obtaining colored gutters. He made the stipulation that the toe boards must be treated wood . . The following suggestions were. madeconcerning the individual models : • 1. Ashford - Lighting panels . 2. Chelsea - Chimneys - Instead of Majestic White try to get colors to match masonry. Fireplaces are pre-fab. Left side is a bad elevation for corner. Garage doors to be paneled as per drawings . • 3. Sheffield - same as others . 4. Nantucket - The gutters and downspouts need revision. 5. Berkshire -. This model was withdrawn from B. G . - Chairman Rosenfeld made the following motion: The Appearance Control Commission recommends the approval of the New Models for Levitt Homes with the understanding that there will be additional submittals of models showing sight , plans , lighting, - color packages , landscaping, range (??? - more stipulations, but tape did not record) and • material selection is to be submitted for additional appro- val. That electrical fixture cuts for exterior lighting also be submitted later. The following stipulations apply to all models (Nantucket, Sheffield, Chelsea, and Ashford) : a. ALL models will have aluminum siding, the double four (4) inch pattern. Ngqte : b. ALL overhead doors to be the sectional variety . c, was d. Toe Boards to be treated to prevent deterioration. omitted eo Attached vents facing street painted out to match in error. facia color or moved to outside . . f. Developer has committed and agreed that a package for landscaping on elevations on corner lots will be provided, to be submitted later solving the problem of later needs . g. If landscaping package does not develop then side lot elevations must be revised. Appearance Control Commission December 8, 1977 - Page Five . • d. Strathmore Grove, .Cont'd h. Attempt will be made to get chimney flues in brick color if possible . i. In color package the developer will endeavor to . get aluminum gutters and downspouts in matching colors . j . Nantucket - the developer has agreed to study the problem of downspouts and resubmit plans . k. The developer has committed himself to the Monotony code principle . 1, The developer understands that approval tonight • (Dec . 8, 1977) is for the architectural models only and all other items are to be resubmitted for final approval. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hardt . A Roll call vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously. 6. There being no further business to be discussed the meeting was adjourned at 10:50 P.M. by Chairman Rosenfeld. Respectfully submitted, • Shirley Bat s, Commission Secretary sb - F • VILLAGE OF' BUFFALO GROVE .`.:f - � lJ �.«j j� 13h��/. .13«�«lam �� �:P, ill,soo90 . APPLICATION FOR PERMIT Inn OR PRINT IN INK] o. x �EK Q p ^•?'h Permit No. Permittee(Owner) y •}-- �J Address of Property X /3 l'0 w ' (,c,( t�CZ= k-'C..� I' �'GG+C 0 p^y Valuation S / J //'►� Real Estate Date Y ` ��`� / Coun� `- D rf Index No. A PLAT OF SURVEY MUST ACCOMPANY ALL PERMIT APPLICATIONS , lot Elk Subdiv Purpose of Permit y Te-'.(-)6"e '(wioir -,/ g h Sec iwe Range DESCRIPTION Use Group Zoning Type of Construction Dimensions of Bldg: Stories Front Depth Height No.of sq.ft.per floor Total sq.ft.of bldg. Total Volume of Bldg. No.of Rooms Attic Slab Basement Crawl Attached Garage Detached Garage CONTRACTORS = Gen'I.Contr. Address Phone Excavator Address Phone Carpenter Address, _ Phone Cement Contr. Address Phone Mason ••rots Phone Roofing Contr. Address Phone ;k Plumber Address Phone State License No. No.of Fixture. Other Sewer Contr. Address Phone Electrical Contr. Address Phone No.of 15 AMP Cir. No.of ZO AMP Cir. No.of 30 AMP Cir. No.of AMP Or. No.of motors and energy consuming devices No.Feeder Circuits AMP Other _ Mechanical Contr. Address Phone Type of Heat BTU A/C Other OTHER PERMITS • Fence: Height______Length Type of Construction Sign: Dimension of Sign ?r D x' Sq.ft.of Sign 4 /2 9 Elec. "V "V V A Ie. AMPS Type of Construction Flammable Liquids Storage Tank: No.of Tanks No.of Gals. Type of Construction Location OTHER INFORMATION The undersigned hereby applies to the Village of Buffalo Grove,Illinois,for a permit to erect the structure or part thereof herein described,-and if granted the permit applied for shall comply with all requirements of the Village Ordinances relating thereto and pay the fees required by such ordinances.No error or omission in either the plans or application,whether said plans or application have been approved by the Building Official or not,shall permit or relieve the applicant from constructing the work in any other manner than that provided for in the ordinance of this Village relating thereto. The applicant having read this application and fully understondirn - intent thereof declares that the statements mode ore true to the best of my knowledge and belief. Sig O nerorAg PERMIT FEES PERMIT / dress�r b f�[/ a 4/q !/"- r64�'1 C `-'A ► mit Bldg. « Fee I / 7 e /"i. V 0 0674 Plumbing Permit Fee / 7 c-_. Q' 0 0 Electrical Permit Fes S Phone C! J Dote /2/2/7 Mechanical Fermi`F. .....,.. f Plan Rene.Fee S PERMIT ISSUED Other ..... f By: Title TOTAL FEES f Date of Issue DO NOT OCCUPY BUILDING UNTIL FINAL INSPECTION HAS BEEN PERFORMED AND A CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY HAS BEEN ISSUED. The applicant of this Permit agrees to pay all Plan Review Fees whether they receive a permit or not. 24 HOUR NOTICE IS REQUIRED ON ALL INSPECTIONS. VILLAGE CLERK ac-a • r y I I 1_ -4t- `\, i 1_3, . .7-3- a < = .._jZ_.) -------- ©D f% .". ./. 1')...'..\ p u -- . '2 w c 1L-b-) ,- - ;: .} c _ _ t, '� �� 1 c � } , �� ( r ...- % \c„.-/, .---.1 I ..," I 1 ' i — 'i e .. , I. 1 , ; (-E:---)) 4.1 ., . . 1•U I . 1 Ewa 11 } Qc:: \ \ '\ \ 1C VILLAGE OF 33L7'FI1Leel.L0 GROVE ,0 ,r •Weiffili eAVref. ,1/1 ilo (rtor e, 7/1l.60090 APPLICATION FOR PERMIT ITY►E OR PRINT IN INK) OK1 c OOMA c)� ccipi ) Permit No. /ermuae(Owror) 1�E"a''tl U r)r"7 SJ J1on o. 3so Aadrts al Properly Valuation S Real Estate Dote O~1 ��� County Co a� Index No. A PLAI OF SURVEY MUST� ACC-OCMPANY ALL PERRMIT APPLI TIONS f • lot Bik Subdiv Purpose of Pormit 1V 1451A Li- 4. WYRVX S16kl AlJ Sec Twp Range DESCRIPTION • Use Group Zoning Type of Construction Dimensions of Bldg: Stories Front Depth Height No of sq.ft.per floor Total sq.ft.of bldg. Total Volume of Bldg. No.of Rooms Attic Slob Basement • Crawl Attached Garage Detached Garage CONTRACTORS Gen I.Contr. ""'KL•I ELEl\s' (C) Address 4S e _ f•••AW r3.1cc Phon I��1 ExcavatorAddress Phone Carpenter Address Phone Cement Contr. Address lid I I i i t I I IM matit_ Address Phone Roofing Conti. Address Phone Plumber Address Phone State license No. No.of Fixtures ether Address Phone Sewer Contr. ��,y.`` Electrical Contr. (II • F ' Pyre _Address Phone No.of IS AMP Cir. No.of 20 AMP Cir. No.of 30 AMP Cir. No.of AMP Cir. No.of motors and energy consuming devices No.Feeder Circuits AMP Other Mechanical Contr. Address Phone BTU A/C Other Type of Heat _. OTHER PERMITS Fence: Height Lgngth Type of Construction �T a II; a4 SIE Elec. 51"br'il.►ieN7S AMPS Sign: Dimension of Sign II; Sq.ft.of Sign Type of Construction �L f F l L Flammable Liquids Storage Tank: No.of Tanks No.of Gals. Type of Construction Location OTHER INFORMATION hereby applies to the Village of The undersigned buffaloGrove.Illinois,for a permit to erect the structure or port thereof herein described.and if granted the permit applied for shall comply with all requirements of the Village Ordinances relating thereto and pay the fees required by such ordinances.No error or omission in either the plans or application,whether said plans or application have been approved by the Building Official or not,shall permit or relieve the applicant from constructing the work in any other manner than that provided for in the ordinance of this Village relating thereto. The applicant having read this application and fully understanding the in thereof declares that the statements mods ore true to the best of my knowledge and belief. Signature of Owner r ent,,{� ,,t 1 PERMIT FEES `�t�417_Address\ ,R cr;'cE eae.Permit F« $ CV \I.S- • 1 PlemMne Permit Fee $ ^�Q] � , / Etectreei Permit fee $ Phone `T l?C T^c)✓—� Dote O— MetLCOKei Permit Fee ... $ Pten Perm.Fee ... .5 PERMIT ISSUED ores $ By: Title TOTAL FEES $ Dote of Issue DO NOT OCCUPY BUILDING UNTIL FINAL INSPECTION HAS BEEN PERFORMED AND A CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY HAS BEEN ISSUED. The applicant of this Permit agrees to pay all Plan Review Fees whether they receive a permit or not. 24 HOUR NOTICE IS REQUIRED ON ALL INSPECTIONS. VILLAGE CLERK