2018-07-18 - Planning and Zoning Commission - Agenda Packet
Meeting of the Village of Buffalo Grove
Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting
July 18, 2018 at 7:30 PM
Fifty Raupp Blvd
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089-2100
Phone: 847-459-2500
I. Call to Order
II. Public Hearings/Items For Consideration
1. Consider a Variation to the Sign Code for 2 Replacement Signs at the Woodlands
Development (Trustee Stein) (Staff Contact: Chris Stilling)
2. Consider a Variation for an Electronic Ground Sign at 10 W Dundee Road (Trustee
Ottenheimer) (Staff Contact: Chris Stilling)
III. Regular Meeting
A. Other Matters for Discussion
B. Approval of Minutes
1. Planning and Zoning Commission - Rescheduled Regular Meeting - Jul 9, 2018
7:30 PM
C. Chairman's Report
D. Committee and Liaison Reports
E. Staff Report/Future Agenda Schedule
F. Public Comments and Questions
IV. Adjournment
The Planning and Zoning Commission will make every effort to accommodate all items on the
agenda by 10:30 p.m. The Board, does, however, reserve the right to defer consideration of
matters to another meeting should the discussion run past 10:30 p.m.
The Village of Buffalo Grove, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that
persons with disabilities, who require certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or
participate in this meeting or have questions about the accessibility of the meeting or facilities,
contact the ADA Coordinator at 459-2525 to allow the Village to make reasonable
accommodations for those persons.
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Action Item : Consider a Variation to the Sign Code for 2
Replacement Signs at the Woodlands Development
Recommendation of Action
Staff recommends approval, subject to conditions in the staff report.
The subject property has two existing wooden groun d signs located on the southwest corner and
southeast corner intersection of Willow Pkwy and Half Day Rd. The two existing wooden ground signs are
slowly decaying and not visually appealing, and hence the petitioner is proposing to replace the two
existing ground signs with two larger single face illuminated ground signs. As a result of the change,
multiple variations are required.
ATTACHMENTS:
Staff Report 55 Willow Pkwy (DOCX)
Plan Set 1 (PDF)
Trustee Liaison Staff Contact
Stein Chris Stilling, Community Development
Wednesday, July 18, 2018
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VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: July 18, 2018
SUBJECT PROPERTY LOCATION: 55 Willow Pkwy
PETITIONER: Parvin-Clauss Sign Co
PREPARED BY: Rati Akash, Planner I
REQUEST: A variation from the residential sign code to allow for two ground signs
EXSITING LAND USE AND ZONING: The property is improved with an existing building and zoned R-8 multi-
family dwelling district
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The 2009 Comprehensive Plan calls for this property to be a residential
use
PROJECT BACKGROUND
The subject property has two existing wooden ground signs located on the southwest corner and southeast
corner intersection of Willow Pkwy and Half Day Rd. The two existing wooden ground signs are slowly decaying
and not visually appealing, and hence the petitioner is proposing to replace the two existing ground signs with
two larger single face illuminated ground signs. As a result of the change, multiple variations are required.
PLANNING & ZONING ANALYSIS
Location
The subject property has two existing wooden ground signs located on
the southwest corner and southeast corner at the intersection of
Willow Pkwy and Half Day Rd. The two proposed grounds will be
replacing the two existing ground signs located at the entrance of The
Courtyards at the Woodlands on both the east and west side. The two
existing wooden ground signs are two (2) foot in height and five (5)
foot wide.
The existing ground sign on the southwest corner of Willow
Pkwy and Half Day Rd is setback six (6) feet six (6) inches from
the sidewalk along Half Day Rd, and setback five (5) six (6)
inches from the sidewalk along Willow Pkwy. The existing
ground sign on the southeast corner of Willow Pkwy and Half
Day Rd is setback ten (10) feet from the sidewalk along Half
Day Rd, and setback six (6) feet eight (8) inches from the
sidewalk along Willow Pkwy. The proposed new ground signs
will maintain the same setback as the existing ground signs
along Willow Pkwy and Half Day Rd.
Existing wooden ground sign
West Sign
location
East Sign
location
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Ground signs
The two proposed ground signs will be an improvement to
the two existing wooden ground signs. The proposed
ground signs will be a single face illuminated ground sign
and the material will comprise of fabricated aluminum. The
following is a summary of the proposed replacement signs
as they relate to the existing sign and Village Code:
Size Height Number
Sign Code 16 s.f. 5 feet 1
Existing Sign 10 s.f. 4 feet 2
Proposed Sign 24 s.f. 6 feet 2
Per Code, only one identification sign is permitted for each residential development, and in this case there are
two proposed ground signs which will require a variation. The proposed ground signs will be placed in the same
location as the existing ground signs and will maintain the existing setback dimensions from the sidewalk of Half
Day Rd and Willow Pkwy. The proposed ground signs encroach into the building setback area which will require
a variation.
Landscaping
As part of the improvements, the petitioner is adding new landscaping around the signs. Overall, staff finds the
new landscaping an improvement. It should be noted that as part of the petitioner’s plans, they show new
landscaping in the median located in Willow Pkwy. The Village Forester did review the plans and indicated that
landscaping within the median must be revised to meet Village Code. The petitioner has shown materials that
are not approved within the Village right-of-way. This will remain as a condition.
Variations requested
The following is a summary of the required variations:
1. Section 14.16.010 from the Buffalo Grove Residential Sign Code allows for one development sign not to
exceed 16 square feet. As shown, the petitioner is proposing to replace two existing signs with each
sign being 24 square feet. While the proposed signs are larger than allowed, staff finds that the new
signs are much more appealing and supports the requested variation. Furthermore, staff is unaware if
the development received a variation for the two signs.
2. Section 14.16.010 from the Buffalo Grove Residential Sign Code provides a maximum height of five feet
(5’) and states that the sign shall meet the required building setback (25’). As shown, the petitioner is
proposing a 6 foot (6’) sign. The proposed location will be the same as the existing signs. Overall staff
supports the request.
VARIATION STANDARDS
Pursuant to the Village Code, the Planning & Zoning Commission is authorized to make a recommendation to
the Village Board based on the following criteria:
A. Except for Prohibited signs (Chapter 14.32), the Village Planning & Zoning Commission may recommend
approval or disapproval of a variance from the provisions or requirements of this Title subject to the
following:
Proposed single face illuminated ground
sign
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1. The literal interpretation and strict application of the provisions and requirements of this Title would
cause undue and unnecessary hardships to the sign user because of unique or unusual conditions
pertaining to the specific building, parcel or property in question; and
2. The granting of the requested variance would not be materially detrimental to the property owners
in the vicinity; and
3. The unusual conditions applying to the specific property do not apply generally to other properties in
the Village; and
4. The granting of the variance will not be contrary to the purpose of this Title pursuant to Section
14.04.020
B. Where there is insufficient evidence, in the opinion of the Planning & Zoning Commission, to support a
finding under subsection (A), but some hardship does exist, the Planning & Zoning Commission may
consider the requirement fulfilled if:
1. The proposed signage is of particularly good design and in particularly good taste; and
2. The entire site has been or will be particularly well landscaped.
The petitioner shall respond to the standards at the public hearing.
DEPARTMENTAL REVIEWS
Village Department Comments
Engineering The Village Engineer has reviewed the proposed ground sign location
and does not have any engineering or line of sight concerns or
objections with the proposed location of this ground sign.
SURROUNDING PROPERTY OWNERS
Pursuant to Village Code, the property owners within 250 feet of the subject property were notified and a public
hearing sign was posted on the subject property. The posting of the public hearing sign and the mailed
notifications were completed within the prescribed timeframe as required. To date, staff has received 5 inquiries
of the proposed ground signs, however no objections were expressed.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval, subject to the following conditions:
1. The proposed sign shall be constructed in accordance to the plans attached as part of the petition.
2. The landscape plan shall be revised in a manner acceptable to the Village Forester.
ACTION REQUESTED
The Planning & Zoning Commission (PZC) shall open the public hearing and take public testimony concerning the
two variations. The PZC shall make a recommendation to the Village Board.
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Action Item : Consider a Variation for an Electronic Ground Sign at
10 W Dundee Road
Recommendation of Action
Staff recommends approval, subject to the conditions in the attached staff report.
Recently, the existing manually changing fuel ground sign was hit by a vehicle at the northwest corner of
Buffalo Grove Rd and Dundee Rd. This damaged ground sign posed a safety concern with its structural
instability, and its proximity to the sidewalk and the gas station. The Village requested for the existing sign
to be removed and replaced for safety reasons. The existing fuel ground has been removed. As a result,
the petitioner is proposing to replace the sign with a new larger sign.
ATTACHMENTS:
Staff Report 10 W Dundee Rd (DOCX)
Plan Set (PDF)
Trustee Liaison Staff Contact
Ottenheimer Chris Stilling, Community Development
Wednesday, July 18, 2018
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VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: July 18, 2018
SUBJECT PROPERTY LOCATION: 10 W Dundee Rd
PETITIONER: Carlos Corniffe, Manager at Buchanan Energy (Bucky’s Express)
PREPARED BY: Rati Akash, Planner I
REQUEST: A variation for an electronic ground sign
EXSITING LAND USE AND ZONING: The property is improved with an existing building and is zoned B3
Planned Business Center District
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The 2009 Comprehensive Plan calls for this property to be commercial
use
PROJECT BACKGROUND
Recently, the existing manually changing fuel ground sign was hit by a
vehicle at the northwest corner of Buffalo Grove Rd and Dundee Rd. This
damaged ground sign posed a safety concern with its structural instability,
and its proximity to the sidewalk and the gas station. The Village requested
for the existing sign to be removed and replaced for safety reasons. The
existing fuel ground has been removed. As a result, the petitioner is
proposing to replace the sign with a new larger sign.
PLANNING & ZONING ANALYSIS
Location
The petitioner is proposing a seven (7) foot width by fifteen (15)
foot in height electronic fuel ground sign to be located in the
northwest corner of Buffalo Grove Rd and Dundee Rd intersection.
Recently, the northwest corner of the intersection of Buffalo Grove
and Dundee Rd was widened and additional ROW was taken to
accommodate the roadway project. As a result, the existing sign
(which has since been removed) was non-conforming in terms of
setbacks. This proposed electronic fuel ground sign would be
moved approximately three (3) feet to the west from where the
existing sign was located. As proposed, the setback, at its closest
point, from both Dundee Road and Buffalo Grove Road would be
approximately eight (8) feet. This is due to the curvature of the
ROW at the corner. Village Code requires a minimum setback of 15’.
There is an existing 15’ watermain easement along the south and
east property lines. That easement area has since been reduced as
part of the ROW taking. The petitioner has moved the sign outside of
the easement area.
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Sign Size
Variations Requested
1. Variation from Section 14.20.070from the Buffalo Grove Sign Code for sign size. As proposed, the
petitioner is proposing a 91 square foot freestanding sign. Pursuant to Code, the maximum allowed is
80 square feet. Overall, staff believes the request is reasonable given the need to have the fuel pricing
shown. A similar request was granted for Bucky’s at their 1251 McHenry Road location. Therefore,
staff supports the request.
2. Variation from Section 14.16.060 of the Buffalo Grove Sign Code for the setback of a sign. As proposed,
the setback, at its closest point, from both Dundee Road and Buffalo Grove Road would be
approximately eight (8) feet. This is due to the curvature of the ROW at the corner. Village Code
requires a minimum setback of 15’. Given the ROW taking and the fact the proposed new sign would
be in closer compliance to Code, staff supports the request.
VARIATION STANDARDS
Pursuant to the Village Code, the Planning & Zoning Commission is authorized to make a recommendation to
the Village Board based on the following criteria:
A. Except for Prohibited signs (Chapter 14.32), the Village Planning & Zoning Commission may recommend
approval or disapproval of a variance from the provisions or requirements of this Title subject to the
following:
1. The literal interpretation and strict application of the provisions and requirements of this Title would
cause undue and unnecessary hardships to the sign user because of unique or unusual conditions
pertaining to the specific building, parcel or property in question; and
2. The granting of the requested variance would not be materially detrimental to the property owners
in the vicinity; and
3. The unusual conditions applying to the specific property do not apply generally to other properties in
the Village; and
4. The granting of the variance will not be contrary to the purpose of this Title pursuant to Section
14.04.020
B. Where there is insufficient evidence, in the opinion of the Planning & Zoning Commission, to support a
finding under subsection (A), but some hardship does exist, the Planning & Zoning Commission may
consider the requirement fulfilled if:
1. The proposed signage is of particularly good design and in particularly good taste; and
2. The entire site has been or will be particularly well landscaped.
The electronic fuel ground sign is a double faced digital
aluminum frame illuminated with LED lighting. This
aluminum frame is mounted over a two (2) foot stone
base. The electronic fuel ground sign is seven (7) foot
wide and fifteen (15) foot in height with a total square
footage of 91 square feet in area. The maximum size
allowed is 80 square feet in area. The proposed sign
would meet all other code requirements.
Proposed electronic fuel ground sign
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The petitioner shall respond to the standards at the public hearing.
DEPARTMENTAL REVIEWS
Village Department Comments
Engineering The Village Engineer has reviewed the proposed ground sign location
and does not have any engineering or line of sight concerns or
objections with the proposed location of this ground sign. The sign
SURROUNDING PROPERTY OWNERS
Pursuant to Village Code, the property owners within 250 feet of the subject property were notified and a public
hearing sign was posted on the subject property. The posting of the public hearing sign and the mailed
notifications were completed within the prescribed timeframe as required. To date, staff has not received any
public comments concerning this variance request.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval for this variation subject to the following conditions:
1. The proposed electronic fuel ground sign shall be constructed in accordance to the plans and documents
submitted as part of this petition and shall not be located in the existing watermain easement.
ACTION REQUESTED
The Planning & Zoning Commission (PZC) shall open the public hearing and take public testimony concerning the
two variations. The PZC shall make a recommendation to the Village Board.
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Buchanan Energy
2500 BRICKVALE ROAD, ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL 60007
(847)693-6767
ccorniffe@buchananenergy.com
June 29, 2018
Planning & Zoning Commission
Village of Buffalo Grove
50 Raupp Boulevard
Buffalo Grove, Illinois 60089
Buchanan Energy is the owner of the property located at:
Bucky’s 405
10 W. Dundee Rd.
Buffalo Grove, IL 68009
Buchanan Energy is requesting an application to remodel the canopy band and variances to install a new fuel
ground sign.
1. Due to the electronic message area may not the maximum area that the ground sign could be for this
parcel is reduced from 80 Sq. ft. 60 Sq. ft. A variance would be required for the proposed 91 Sq. ft. sign
area.
2. Request a variation of proposed location of the electronic fuel ground sign which encroaches into the 15’
setback from the property line.
FOR THE COMPANY:
Carlos Corniffe
Carlos Corniffe
Territory Manager
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MINUTES OF THE RESCHEDULED 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 MONDAY, JULY 9, 2018
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 7:32 PM by Chairman Frank Cesario
Public Hearings/Items For Consideration
1. Consider a Variation for a Fence in the Corner Side Yard at 14 Chestnut Court (Trustee
Stein) (Staff Contact: Chris Stilling)
Ms. Jie Chen, 14 Chestnut Ct W, was present and sworn in.
Ms. Chen explained that she would like to build a fence to line up with her neighbors. She
just bought the house. She has a daughter and wants the fence for safety and security.
She wants to match the neighbor’s fence for the aesthetics. The fence will allow her to
care for her yard. The contractor is Fence Solutions.
Com. Goldspiel asked about the style of fence. Katie Bashum, Fence Solutions, was
present and sworn in. Ms. Bashum explained that the proposed fence will be a dog ear
style. Instead of the top being flat, the edges of the fence boards are cut off. A picture
was shown displaying the dog ear style fence.
Com. Moodhe stated that the proposed fence is keeping with the neighbor’s fence, they
are very similar. He is also impressed that the fence will go around the tree, rather than
cutting the tree down. The fence will not encroach any more than other corner fences that
have been allowed. He asked how far the fence would be off the property line. Ms.
Bashum advised the fence would be ten (10) off the property line.
Com. Weinstein stated that the Plat in the packet does not show the fence going around
the tree. Ms. Chen confirmed that the fence will go around the tree. Com. Moodhe
advised that there is a rendering further in the packet that reflects the fence going around
the tree.
There were no additional questions or comments from the Commissioners.
Ch. Cesario entered the Staff Report dated July 9, 2018 as Exhibit 1.
There were no questions from the audience.
The public hearing was closed at 7:40 PM.
Moved by Com. Weinstein, seconded by Com. Lesser, to grant the variation subject to
the following conditions:
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1. The fence must be a dog ear solid wood fence, five (5) foot tall and setback a distance of
ten (10) feet from the property line in accordance with the documents submitted as part of
this petition.
Ch. Cesario has no issues with the proposed fence and advised that relief is commonly
granted for these types of requests.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Mitchell Weinstein, Commissioner
SECONDER: Scott Lesser, Commissioner
AYES: Moodhe, Cesario, Cohn, Goldspiel, Khan, Lesser, Weinstein
ABSENT: Amy Au
2. Consider a Variaition for a Fence in the Corner Side Yard at 1403 Westchester Road
(Trustee Ottenheimer) (Staff Contact: Chris Stilling)
Mr. Greg Morand, 1403 Westchester Road, was present and sworn in.
Mr. Morand explained that he is requesting to install a fence in his rear yard, consistent
with his neighbor’s fence, for the safety of his grandchildren.
Com. Goldspiel commented that there have been a lot of requests for solid fencing on
corner lots. He will not hold up the Petitioner’s request. Rather, he wants to bring up the
larger issue regarding solid fences and how they block the views. Open-style fencing
provides a better sense of community and looks better. Mr. Morand advised that the front
part of the fence would be open. He has a pie-shaped lot and the fencing in the rear
probably will not be seen. The proposed fence will be setback over eight (8) feet from the
property line and nine (9) feet (2) inches from the sidewalk. The proposed fence will not
obstruct any views. He would like the privacy for his pets and grandchildren. Com.
Goldspiel would like to see the Village encourage more open-style fencing.
Com. Moodhe asked about the fencing on the interior side of the house and believes the
fence would be close to the neighbor’s sidewalk. Mr. Stilling advised that the fence on the
interior side of the property would be on or within the Petitioner’s property line. Com.
Moodhe stated that the neighbor’s fence is four (4) feet in height and the proposed fence
is five (5) feet in height. He asked why the Petitioner is requesting five (5) feet. Mr.
Morand stated that a five (5) foot high fence is more secure and provides better privacy.
In addition, the neighbor’s fence is existing. Com. Moodhe asked if the Petitioner
considered a four (4) foot high fence. Mr. Morand replied no, he prefers a five (5) foot
high fence.
Ch. Cesario stated that the property is well treed and he appreciates that.
There were no additional questions or comments from the Commissioners.
Ch. Cesario entered the Staff Report dated July 9, 2018 as Exhibit 1.
There were no questions from the audience.
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The public hearing was closed at 7:50 PM.
Moved by Com. Weinstein, seconded by Com. Cohn, to grant the variation subject to the
following conditions:
1. The fence must be a solid privacy fence, five (5) feet tall and setback a distance of (8)
feet and two (2) inches from the property line in accordance with the documents
submitted as part of this petition.
Ch. Cesario stated that he likes open green space. He also believes that a homeowner
should be allowed to build the fence type of fence they want so long as it is consistent
with the area but with a preference to an open look..
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Mitchell Weinstein, Commissioner
SECONDER: Matthew Cohn, Commissioner
AYES: Moodhe, Cesario, Cohn, Goldspiel, Khan, Lesser, Weinstein
ABSENT: Amy Au
3. Public Hearing- Small Wireless Facility Regulations (Trustee Ottenheimer) (Staff
Contact: Chris Stilling)
Mr. Stilling, Director of Community Development, was present and sworn in.
Mr. Stilling explained that he is presenting the final draft Ordinance concerning regulating
small cell wireless facilities in response to the State regulations that were recently
passed. He advised that if a small cell wireless unit is to be located in a right-of-way, the
Village has to allow it. If the utility pole is located in an easement, it is only allowed in
certain zoning districts. The Village took the IML draft Ordinance and maximized the
Village’s rights concerning fees, height, etc. A new Chapter will be created in the Zoning
Ordinance to address small cell wireless facilities. The Village would still have the ability
to regulate them in Residential Districts and Planned Unit Developments. A Petitioner
could request a variation if the proposed antenna height would exceed what is permitted
under the proposed Ordinance.
Com. Moodhe asked about the definitions of Municipal utility pole and Utility pole. Mr.
Raysa explained that via the definitions, a Municipal utility pole is a type of utility pole. He
also advised that the definitions come straight from the State Act. Com. Moodhe asked
about a standard height for street lights. Mr. Stilling advised that the Village has a
standard height for Village-owned street lights. However, street lights owned by others,
such as the County, have their own standards. Com. Moodhe as ked about abandonment
and how it is to be determined that the facility has been abandoned. Mr. Raysa
responded that the Village can ask the provider. Mr. Stilling added that the Village will
have more control over facilities on Village-owned poles.
Ch. Cesario asked Mr. Raysa which county would handle legal disputes regarding this
matter. Mr. Raysa responded that because Village Hall falls within Cook County, any
legal dispute would be brought in Cook County.
Com. Cohn also asked about abandonment and if it was considered to request a bond
from a provider. Mr. Stilling responded that the Act allows the Village to address
abandonment, but the Village may not be able to on a County-owned pole. He added that
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the Village could invoke the County to address, if needed. Com. Cohn asked about the
height limitations and if they can extend ten (10) feet above the top of the pole or forty
five (45) feet above ground level. Mr. Stilling responded that the Act allows that. They are
limited to six (6) cubic feet for equipment with an overall twenty five (25) cubic feet in
volume.
Ch. Cesario confirmed that the equipment cannot extend more than forty five (45) feet off
the ground.
Com. Lesser stated that the Village can include language that pertains to maintenance,
restoring, etc., on municipal poles. However he asked that a follow up question to the IML
be asked regarding poles that are not owned by the Village and how will they be
handled? Mr. Stilling advised that the Ordinance may change after its passage as these
small cells roll out. He believes that there is an annual fee. However that may only pertain
to Village-owned poles. Com. Lesser stated that the purpose of the Ordinance is to hold
the providers accountable. It would be nice to collect a deposit.
Com. Goldspiel asked about the percentage of poles that would have these small cell
facilities on them. Mr. Stilling advised that he does not know. He believes that these small
cells are to provide capacity for the upcoming 5G roll out. Soon they may be so common
you will not even see them anymore. He does not believe they will be as intrusive as the
towers and they will hopefully replace the towers, except for emergency response
communications. Com. Goldspiel asked about the range of the small cells. Mr. Stilling
stated that it could be anywhere from 200-1,000 feet. It will vary with the 5G.
Com. Moodhe asked about the height restrictions. Mr. Stilling responded that the
equipment may not exceed the higher of either ten (10) feet above the pole or forty five
(45) feet in height. Com. Moodhe asked about a bond requirement and asked why the
State did not require. Mr. Raysa will ask the IML attorney.
Ch. Cesario stated that the proposed Ordinance was drafted to maximize what the
Village can do under the State Act. He believes this is a good solution but does not like
that it is being dictated. He asked about the timeline to act on these regulations. Mr.
Raysa advised that the Village must have regulations in place by August 1, 2018 or the
Village will not be able to charge fees. Mr. Stilling added that the Village can re-address
some issues after the passage of the Ordinance.
Mr. Raysa will contact the IML attorney about the bonding issue.
Com. Moodhe commented that the State dictating the rules is frustrating. He would like
the Village to go back and look at the bonding issue.
There were no additional questions or comments from the Commissioners.
Ch. Cesario entered the Staff Report dated July 9, 2018 as Exhibit 1.
The public hearing was closed at 8:17 PM.
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Moved by Com. Weinstein, seconded by Com. Khan, to make a positive recommendation
to the Village Board to approve the Ordinance.
Com. Cohn supports the motion and asks staff to explore the issue with abandonment.
RESULT: RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
Next: 7/16/2018 7:30 PM
MOVER: Mitchell Weinstein, Commissioner
SECONDER: Zill Khan, Commissioner
AYES: 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 - Jun 20, 2018 7:30 PM
Moved by Com. Weinstein, seconded by Com. Lesser, to approve the minutes of
the June 20, 2018 regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting as submitted.
RESULT: ACCEPTED [5 TO 0]
MOVER: Mitchell Weinstein, Commissioner
SECONDER: Scott Lesser, Commissioner
AYES: Cesario, Goldspiel, Khan, Lesser, Weinstein
ABSTAIN: Adam Moodhe, Matthew Cohn
ABSENT: Amy Au
Chairman's Report
None.
Committee and Liaison Reports
None.
Staff Report/Future Agenda Schedule
Ms. Woods advised that the next meeting will be on July 18, 2018. There will be two (2) public
hearings; one for Bucky's ground sign and one for the Courtyards at the Woodlands signs. The
training has been pushed back to October. Most likely it will be a Special meeting since the
trainers do not like to have anything on the agenda.
Public Comments and Questions
None.
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Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 8:21 PM
Chris Stilling
APPROVED BY ME THIS 9th DAY OF July , 2018
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