2019-06-05 - Planning and Zoning Commission - Minutes06/5/2019
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, JUNE 5, 2019
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 7:32 PM by Chairman Frank Cesario
Public Hearings/Items For Consideration
1. Consider Multiple Variations for a Fence at 104 Sunridge Drive (Trustee Johnson) (Staff
Contact: Chris Stilling)
Christopher Bock (104 Sunridge Drive) was present and sworn in.
Christopher Bock reviewed his proposal for his fence plans, the encroachment and the
want to install a privacy fence. Amended request to 5’ shadowbox on corner side, 5’ solid
along the rear and 6’ sold on interior side
Commissioner Weinstein asked for clarification on the purpose of the 6 foot privacy
fence between the proposer’s house and his neighbors.
Christopher Bock explained that the house next to his has been in disrepair for several
years and would like privacy.
Commissioner Weinstein had concerns about the style of the fence and explained the
importance of the corner cut for visibility for those using the bike path.
Christopher Bock asked for clarification on the corner cut and what the exact
measurements would be.
Deputy Village Manager, Chris Stilling, described and showed the corner cut shown in
the packet. He said staff would work with him to mark out the corner of his lot.
Commissioner Moodhe discussed the placement of the bushes in relation to the fence
and expressed the importance of the line-of-sight. He commented that he would like to
see the same style of fence all the way around the property at 5 foot. Bock asked about
the concern having the 6’ foot solid fence. Com. Moodhe explained the importance of the
aesthetics.
Commissioner Goldspiel asked about the bushes and whether they would be inside or
outside the fence.
Christopher Bock said the fence would be inside the bushes.
Commissioner Goldspiel explained the importance of a line of sight and agrees with the
staff recommendation.
Commissioner Moodhe asked staff about the other 6’ variation. He is not supportive of a
6’ fence.
Chairperson Cesario summarized the discussion and proposed that a 5 foot fence of the
same shadow box style would be preferred.
Christopher Bock understood the concerns of the style and height of the proposed fence
by the commissioners and was amenable to making the proposed changes with the help
of staff identifying the corner cut out.
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Chairperson Cesario entered the Village Staff reports as Exhibit One.
The public hearing was closed at 7:56 PM.
Commissioner Weinstein made a motion to grant a 5 foot shadowbox fence on all sides
subject to conditions.
1. The proposed fence located in the corner side yard shall be setback a minimum of 5’
from the
existing sidewalk and shall be of a shadow box or other open design.
2. The proposed fence location shall be revised in a manner acceptable to the Village. The
fence
location at the southeast corner of the lot shall be revised so as not to create a line of
site issue
as shown in the staff exhibit attached as part of this report.
Commissioner Moodhe seconded the motion.
Chairperson Cesario is fully supportive of the amended request and thanked Christopher
for his ability to work with the commission.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Mitchell Weinstein, Commissioner
SECONDER: Adam Moodhe, Commissioner
AYES: Moodhe, Cesario, Goldspiel, Weinstein, Au
ABSENT: Matthew Cohn, Zill Khan
2. Consider an Amendment to Special Use Ordinance 1996-35, as Amended by Ordinance
2000-53 and Ordinance 2010-42 and Preliminary Plan Approval (Trustee Weidenfeld)
(Staff Contact: Chris Stilling)
Deputy Village Manager Chris Stilling and Fire Chief Mike Baker were both present and
sworn in.
Chris Stilling discussed the proposed development of the CAFT facility and described the
purpose and use of building. He also specified the location of the proposed CAFT facility
and the need for an amendment to a previously granted Special Use Ordinance.
Commissioner Goldspiel asked how the new proposed building would look.
Chis Stilling said the new CAFT Facility would look more residential.
Commissioner Goldspiel asked for clarification on the location of the CAFT facility and
the colors that would be used on the building.
Chis Stilling described the location of the building. He said the colors were not picked out
yet.
Commissioner Moodhe asked about the shower and the layout of the bathroom as well
as the size of the garage.
Chief Baker described code requirements for bathrooms and the shower. He mentioned
that the garage would not be used very often, but can fit some of their smaller fleet. He
said that the CAFT facility would be used very little as a staffing facility.
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Commissioner Moodhe asked if the building of the CAFT facility would affect the current
ISO Rating.
Chief Baker said that the building would not affect their ISO Rating.
Commissioner Moodhe asked if it would make more sense to build the building larger
now rather than later.
Chief Baker discussed the agreement with the several departments who are a part of the
CAFT project. He continued to describe the positives of the new site and the amount of
parking that will now be available to host the different departments for trainings.
Commissioner Goldspiel asked for clarification on the amount of parking at the facility.
Chief Baker said that the parking at the facility is adequate and meets ADA
requirements.
Chairperson Cesario asked to explain the change of not having a classroom.
Chief Baker advised they have had to cancel training due to station 26 not having
enough parking to accommodate.
Chairperson Cesario entered the Village Staff report as Exhibit One.
The public hearing was closed at 8:12 PM.
Commissioner Weinstein made a motion to grant recommendation of approval to the
Village Board for an amendment to Special Use Ordinance 1996-35, as amended by
Ordinance 2000-53 and Ordinance 2010-42 to allow for the construction of a new
permanent training building subject to the following condition:
1. The proposed development shall conform to the plans attached in Exhibit One as part of
this petition.
Commissioner Moodhe seconded the motion.
Commissioner Moodhe commented on the need and importance of a new CAFT building
for the Fire Departments.
Commissioner Weinstein noted that the previous building was a temporary structure.
The new building will be larger and look nicer.
RESULT: RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
Next: 6/17/2019 7:30 PM
MOVER: Mitchell Weinstein, Commissioner
SECONDER: Adam Moodhe, Commissioner
AYES: Moodhe, Cesario, Goldspiel, Weinstein, Au
ABSENT: Matthew Cohn, Zill Khan
Regular Meeting
Other Matters for Discussion
None.
Approval of Minutes
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1. Planning and Zoning Commission - Regular Meeting - Apr 17, 2019 7:30 PM
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Adam Moodhe, Commissioner
SECONDER: Amy Au, Commissioner
AYES: Moodhe, Cesario, Goldspiel, Weinstein, Au
ABSENT: Matthew Cohn, Zill Khan
Chairman's Report
Chairperson Cesario mentioned the new member of the commission, Kevin Richards, as well as
the departure of Deputy Village Clerk as recording secretary.
Deputy Village Clerk Julie Dziewior introduced Katie, HR Management Analyst, as the new
recording secretary.
Committee and Liaison Reports
None.
Staff Report/Future Agenda Schedule
Chris Stilling mentioned that next meeting there will be four fence variations. He also mentioned
that he would like to cancel the meeting in July 3rd meeting with a possible special meeting on
July 10th.
Chris Stilling congratulated Nicole Woods on her promotion to Deputy Director of Community
Development
Nicole Woods congratulated Chis Stilling on his promotion to Deputy Village Manager.
Public Comments and Questions
None.
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 8:22 PM
Chris Stilling
APPROVED BY ME THIS 5th DAY OF June , 2019