2017-09-06 - Planning and Zoning Commission - Minutes09/6/2017
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, SEPTEMBER 6, 2017
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 PM by Chairman Eric Smith
Public Hearings/Items For Consideration
1. Consider a Variation for a Fence in the Corner Side Yard at 1309 Madison Drive
(Trustee Ottenheimer) (Staff Contact: Brian Sheehan)
Mr. Thomas Chester, 1309 Madison Drive, was present and sworn in.
Mr. Chester explained that he is requesting to install a fence in his side yard and the
fence would follow the curve of the sidewalk. He measured the distance and the fence
would be located approximately nineteen (19) feet off the public sidewalk.
Com. Cesario stated that the Planning & Zoning Commission often grants relief for these
types of requests and that nineteen (19) feet is a good distance away from the sidewalk.
The proposed fence is short and see through. He does not have any issues with the
request.
Ch. Smith entered the Staff Report as Exhibit 1.
There were no additional questions or comments from the Commissioners. There were
no questions or comments from the audience.
The public hearing was closed at 7:35 PM.
Moved by Com. Weinstein, seconded by Com. Cesario, to approve the request to install
a four (4) foot wood picket fence that will extend beyond the building setback line
encroaching into the corner side yard setback along Madison Drive.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Mitchell Weinstein, Commissioner
SECONDER: Frank Cesario, Commissioner
AYES: Smith, Moodhe, Cesario, Cohn, Goldspiel, Khan, Lesser, Weinstein
ABSENT: Amy Au
2. Consider an Amendment to Ordinance 97-80 for an Existing Cell Tower at 351 Hastings
(Trustee Stein) (Staff Contact: Brian Sheehan)
Tony Phillips, SAC Wireless, LLC on behalf of Comcast Cable, was present and sworn in.
Mr. Phillips explained that Comcast is looking to add a few antennas to the ex isting
monopole tower. The existing tower is one hundred twenty three (123) feet high and the
added antennas will fill in a gap. The proposed antennas are twenty eight (28) inch whip
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antennas. These antennas are for a new product being offered to meter different things
such as garbage cans, garage doors, etc and would keep the data usage away from the
other carriers.
Com. Moodhe asked about the frequency of the antennas and if they would interfere with
the buildings on Hastings Drive. Mr. Phillips responded that the frequency is very low and
will not interefere. Com. Moodhe asked staff if this request had to come before the
Planning and Zoning Commission because of the original Ordinance and if these can be
handled at the staff level in the future. Mr. Stilling stated that he read the history on this
tower and two (2) previous amendments were approved previously. Moving forward staff
will look at incorporating language that would allow additional antennas to be reviewed
administratively.
Com. Lesser agrees with Com. Moodhe.
Com. Weinstein asked if the antennas would not be added at the top of the tower. Mr.
Phillips confirmed they will not be added at the top and the tower will not be any higher or
extend out any further than it currently exists. Com. Weinsteing asked about the ground
equipment. Mr. Phillips explained the logistics of the equipment. Com. Weinstein asked if
there would be any visual difference to the tower. Mr. Phillips responded no.
Ch. Smith entered the Staff Report as Exhibit 1.
There were no additional questions or comments from the Commissioners. There were
no questions or comments from the audience.
The public hearing was closed at 7:42 PM.
Moved by Com. Weinstein, seconded by Com. Lesser, to recommend to the Village
Board approval to amend Ordinance 97-80 to allow modifications to an existing
communications tower and ground equipment at 351 Hastings Drive.
RESULT: RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Mitchell Weinstein, Commissioner
SECONDER: Scott Lesser, Commissioner
AYES: Smith, Moodhe, Cesario, Cohn, Goldspiel, Khan, Lesser, Weinstein
ABSENT: Amy Au
Regular Meeting
Other Matters for Discussion
None.
Approval of Minutes
1. Planning and Zoning Commission - Regular Meeting - Aug 16, 2017 7:30 PM
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Moved by Com. Moodhe, seconded by Com. Khan, to approve the minutes of the
August 16, 2017 Planning and Zoning Commission regular meeting as submitted.
RESULT: ACCEPTED [5 TO 0]
MOVER: Adam Moodhe, Commissioner
SECONDER: Zill Khan, Commissioner
AYES: Smith, Moodhe, Cesario, Goldspiel, Khan
ABSTAIN: Matthew Cohn, Scott Lesser, Mitchell Weinstein
ABSENT: Amy Au
Chairman's Report
Ch. Smith thanked staff for their help and professionalism during his tenure as Chairman. He also
thanked the Commissioners and wished Com. Cesario luck as the new Planning and Zoning
Commission Chair.
Committee and Liaison Reports
None.
Staff Report/Future Agenda Schedule
Mr. Stilling reminded the Commissioner that the September 20, 2017 regular meeting will be
cancelled. The next meeting will be on October 4, 2017. There is nothing new to report on the
Link Crossing proposed development. There will be a public hearing for a Special Use for a golf
school in the Industrial District and another Day Care Home. Staff may also introduce a proposed
townhome development by Pulte Homes on the Concrete Erectors property.
At the September 18, 2017 Village Board meeting, there will be a referral to the Planning and
Zoning Commission for a new Shell gas station on Milwaukee Avenue.
Woodman's is moving along and staff is trying to set a ground breaking ceremony date.
Public Comments and Questions
None.
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 7:51 PM
Chris Stilling Director of Community Development
APPROVED BY ME THIS 6th DAY OF September , 2017