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2025-02-18 - Ordinance 2025-026 - GRANTING VARIATIONS FROM THE BUFFALO GROVE SIGN CODE FOR WALL SIGNS AT 1250 RADCLIFFE ROAD, \- BUFEAIO GROVE oRDtNANCE 2025-026 AN ORDINANCE GRANTING VARIATIONS FROM THE BUFFALO GROVE SIGN CODE FOR WALL SIGNS silk Road lnte rnational School at l25O Radcliffe Road WHEREAS the real property ("Property") is commonly known as l25O Radcliffe Road, Buffalo Crove, lllinois and is hereinafter legally described in Exhibit A; and WHEREAS Medetbek Begmatov, owner of Silk Road lnternational School, ("Petitioner") is seeking variations from Section ]4..16 of the Village Sign Code (Title 14 of the Buffalo Crove Municipal Code) for the purpose of installing a total of three wall signs on the north and west elevations of the building on the subject property; and WHEREAS the Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing on July 17,2024, concerning the Petition for the Sign Variations; and WHEREAS the Planning & Zoning Commission made findings of fact and determined that the petition meets the criteria for Sign Variations as set forth in the Buffalo Crove Sign Code, and as described in the minutes attached hereto as Exhibit C; and .1. The literal interpretation and strict application of the provisions and requ irements 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 variances 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 variances will not be contrary to the purpose of this Title pursuant to Section 14.O4.O2O WHEREAS the Village of Buffalo Crove is a Home Rule Unit pursuant to the lllinois Constitution of l97O; and WHEREAS the Planning & Zoning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of the requested Sign Variations; and WHEREAS the Corporate Authorities of the Village of Buffalo Crove hereby determine and find that the requested Sign Variations are in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the Sign Code (Title 14 of the Buffalo Crove Municipal Code); and Page 1 of 5 smart with heart. 50 Raupp Blvd, Buffalo Crove, lL 60089 \ 847-459-2500, vbg.o(g WHEREAS, the proposed signs shall be maintained in accordance with and pursuant to the following exhibits: EXHIBITA Legal Description of the Property EXHIBIT B PIan Set EXHIBIT C Meeting Minutes from the July -l7, 2024 Planning & Zoning Commission NOW THEREFORE BE !T ORDAINED by the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Buffalo Crove, Cook and Lake Counties, lllinois, as follows: SECTION I. The foregoing recitals are hereby adopted and incorporated and made a part of this Ordinance as if fully set forth herein. ECTION The variations are hereby granted to Section .14..16 of the Village Sign Code (Title 14 of the Buffalo Crove Municipal Code) to allow wall signs on the north and west elevations that exceed the number of signs allowed, and to allow three wall signs that exceed the allowable square footage for all signs on the property at 1250 Radcliffe Road, subject to the following conditions: l. The wall signs shall be maintained in accordance with the documents and plans submitted as part of this petition. 2. The Petitioner shall comply with all applicable Village codes, regulations, and policies including getting the appropriate permits and inspections for the sig ns. SECTION This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and approval and shall not be codified AYES: NAYES: ABSENT: PASSED: APPROVED: PUBLISHED i..{:m;.8,,^Bi*- APPROVED: Eric N. S mt illage PresidentSirabiart-Village Clerkfan Page 2 of 5 smart with heart. Grove. lL 60089 \ 847-459-2 SECTION 3. lf anysection, paragraph, clause or provision of this Ordinance shall be held invalid, the invalidity thereof shall not affect any other provision of this Ord inance. ATTEST: - 5 - Cesario. Ottenheimer. Stein. Bocek. Weidenfeld O - None I - Johnson Februarv ,l8. 2025 Februarv ]8. 2025 Februarv ]9. 2025 EXHIBIT A LeEal Description Silk Road lnternational School 1250 Radcliffe Road SUB,ECT PROPERTY COMMON ADDRESs: 1250 RadcIiffe Road THAT PART OF THE WEST 1/2 OF SECTION 8, TOWNSHIP 42 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, BOUNDED 8Y A LINE DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 8 66.50 FEET EAST OF THE WEST LINE OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 8; THENCE NORTH OO DEGREES 03 MINUTES 37 SECONDS EAST ALONG A LINE PARALLEL TO SAID WEST LINE ,637 .42 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 56 MINUTES 23 SECONDS EAST, 298.50 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 10 DEGREES 31 MINUTES 31 SECONDS EAST, 1205.74 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 59 SECONDS WEST, 143.51 FEET; THENCE NORTH 00 OEGREES 27 MINUTES 01 SECONDS EAST 95.00 FEET; THENCE NORTH 58 DEGREES 12 MINUTES 36 SECONDS WEST, 137.39 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 32 MINUTES 59 SECONDS WEST, 25O.OO FEETTO A POINT 66.50 FEET EAST OF THE WEST LINE OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 8; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 07 MINUTES 47 SECONDS EAST ALONG A LINE PARALLEL TO SAID WEST LINE 398.80 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, WHICH LIES NORTH OF A LINE, PARALTEL TO THE SOUTH LINE OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 8, TOWNSHIP 42 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, WHICH LINE INTERSECTS THE WEST LINE OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PROPERry 475.0 FEET SOUTH OF THE NORTHWEST CORNER THEREOF, IN COOK COUNTY, IILINOIS. PIN: 03-08-101-026-0000 Page 3 of 5 smart. with heart. 50 Raupp Blvd, Buffalo Crove, lL 60089 \ 847-459-2500 vbg EXHIBIT B Plan Set Silk Road lnternational school 1250 Radcliffe Road Page { of t smart with heart. 50 Raupp Blvd, Buffalo Grove, lL 6O089 \ 847-459-2500 , vbg.o(g SRIS Sitk Road lnternationaI School Medetbek Begmatov 1250 Radctiffe rd Buffato Grove, lL 50089 Phone: 630291 7684 Narrative to the Ptanning & Zoning Commission Request for Sagn Variation Dear Members of the Ptanning & Zoning Commission, I am writing to submit a request for a sign variation for our property located at 1250 Radctiffe Rd, Buffato Grove, lL. This property, uniquety situated at the juncture of three streets, requires adequate signage to ensure it is easity visibte and accessibte from al[ surrou nding roads. Property Location and Contiguration: Our buitding is centratly located in the midst of three converging streets, which naturatty presents a unique chaltenge tor visibitity. The strategic positioning, white advantageous for accessibility, necessitates muttipte signs to guide visitors effectivetyfrom each approach. Signage Needs: The nature of our location makes it imperative for signs to face each street, ensuring that whether one is approaching from the north, south, or west, the buitding is ctearty marked and easy to identify. This is not merely a preference but a necessity to avoid confusion and ensure the safety of those trying to locate our establishment among the bustling street Iayout. HistoricaI Precedence and Continuity: We have maintained the same sign dimensions as utitized by the previous property owner, adhering to a previously estabtished standard that was deemed appropriate for the buitding's needs and its context within the community. This decision was atso aligned with the conditions under which we apptied for and were granted a speciat use permit. Our cuffent request seeks to continue usingthese estabtished sign sizes but in a slighttyvaried configuration to enhance visibitityfrom at[ directions. Rationate for Variation Request: Our request for a sign variation stems from a practical business need and a commitment to community safety. Enhanced signage wi[[ not onty aid in directing traff ic effectivety but wit[ also minimize the potentiaI for roadside confusion that can lead to accidents or congestion. Furthermore, by maintaining the signage scate set by the previous owner, we ensure that the aesthetic and visuaI impacts remain consistent with community standards. Conctusion: We betieve that the requested sign variations are reasonabte and necessary given the unique geographicaI placement of our property and our commitment to pubtic safety and convenience. We respectfulty request the Commission's approvaI of our sign variation, which witt attow us to serve our visitors and the community at large more effectively. Thank you for considering our request. We are committed to working cooperativety with the Commission to meet the estabtished guidetines and appreciate any feedback or requirements you may suggest. Sincerety, Medetbek Begmatov VILIAGE OF EUFFALO GROVE Cornrnsrrty Da€log.rcnt lrCgartnxd Fifty Raupp Elvd Buffalo Grove, ll- 60089 Phone: 8a7.459.2530 Fa,. U7.459.7944 Sign Code - Variation Standards uffoloEoir vttlaGt o; RE5PONSE STANOAROS Ouring your testimony at the Public Hearirg you need to tenit and present your case for the variance beint requested. Durint your testimony you need to affirmatively address the six (6) standards listed below. The Plannint & zoning Commission is authorized to Brant variations to the retulations of the Sign Code (Chapter 14.40) bas€d upon findings of hct which arc made based upon evidence presented at the hearing that: 1. The literal interpretation and strict application of the provisbns and requirements of this Tith would caus€ undue and unnecessary hardships to the sign user because of unique or unusual conditions penaining to the specific building, parcel or property in question; and Respons.: /,/e fC 729 th""( .?efe , z/t Qt rt 2! c.rtl 9 lec )a0 2. The 8/antint of the req and Respons€: .,/n t r/r"/ e t? ).//e q*rezz o{9 O*,a; { uested vJriance wouH not ,t, )o) 10 ,'! <2h62, ,t/e /er 4 be materially detrimental to the prop€rty owners in the vicinitlt tlC 1lo nepf;u 1n77ofi. cz.L4zg 5a,r4e *e/" A4 (.diot'> ot4/nzt:. )f"+/rc.( ,'C"(, u'ri /tas i ska-/s on.(,ur""Z--/'Z?c 3. The unusual conditions applyinS to the specific property do not apply generally to other propenies in the Villate; and R6pons€:t,, u?'ir 4 7 ant to S€ction 14.@.020 6 B. Wher€ there is insuffcient evidence, in the opinion of the Planning & Zonint Commissbn, to support a finding under subsection (A), but some hardship does exist, the Planning & Zoning Commission may consider the requirement fulfilled if: The Sranting of the variance will not he contrary to th€ purpos€ 9f this Title pu6u RcsPorsc: //d, auorn* (<:d:rr6 k k u,r,'/& .lo $nd The entire site has been or will be oarticularlv well landscaoed. R6ponsc: i/ or.z( & )ril AilD*t *n J ?.2\ s 1. 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I;kuZc iIJt-Z & ( (A - ;/ i- '!1 '-tz u-t- Z t I{ld -l)U I{J trl ,z c ,l EN w EXHtEtT C Minutes from July 17 ,2024, Plannins & Zonins Commission Meetinp Silk Road lnternational School 1250 Radcliffe Road Page 5 of 5 smart with heart. 50 Raupp Blvd, Buffalo crove, lL 60089 \ 847-459-2500, vbg.org iIINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION HELD ATJEFFREY S. BRAIMAN COUNCIL CHAMBERS FIFTY RAUPP BLVD, BUFFALO GROVE, IL 60089, WEDNESDAY, JULY 17,2024 CALL TO ORDER Acting Chairperson Richards called the meeting to order at 7:30 PM. Roll call indicated the following were present: Vice Chairperson Richards, Commissioner Au, Commissioner Spunt, Commissioner Davis. Commissioner Saxena. Also present were: Village Attorney Patrick Brankin, Deputy Community Development Director Kelly Purvis, Associate Planner Andrew Binder and Trustee Liaison Weidenfeld. PUBLIC HEARINGS/ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION A. Consideration of a Variation to the Fence Code pertaining to fences in residential districts for the purpose of installing a 4-foot fence that encroaches beyond the minimum required setback for a corner side yard fence along Avalon Orive at 2179 Avalon Drive. Associate Planner Binder provided an overview of the fence variation request to replace a 4-foot open style fence two feet from the property line on a corner lot, noting that staff is supportive of the request. The petitioner, Jon Hong was sworn in. He indicated that he wants to match the fence of his neighbor in the house behind him. He noted that if he did follow the Code, that the fence would look odd. He is proposing a similar style, same height, color, etc. as his neighbor. Com. Davis asked to see an image from the presentation and wanted to confirm the distance from the sidewalk that the fence would be placed. The petitioner confi rmed. Com. Au asked about the neighbor's fence - if it was compliant. Binder indicated that he believes a fence variation was also granted for the neighboring property. Acting Chair Richards asked if any neighbors had contacted staff regarding the request. Binder indicated that he had only received one call with questions The petitioner noted many people stopped by and asked about the public hearing The petitioner indicated that the previous owner put up the fence when it was permitted to be closer to the sidewalk. sign. Many were in favor of the proposal. The staff report was entered into the record as Exhibit 1 Commissioner Davis moved to grant a variation to Section '15.20 of the Buffalo Grove Fence Code to allow the installation of a 4-foot fence that encroaches beyond the minimum required setback for a corner side yard fence along Avalon Drive at 2179 Avalon Drive, provided the fence shall be installed in accordance with the documents and plans submitted as part of this petition. Moved by Jason Davis, seconded by Marc Spunt to approve. Upon roll call, the Commissioners voted as follows: AYES: 5 Kevin Richards, Amy Au, Marc Spunt, Jason Davis, Sujat Saxena NAYS: 0 None ABSENT: 3 Mitchell Weinstein, Adam Moodhe, Neil Worlikar Motion declared Passed. B. Consideration of multiple yariations to Title 14 (Sign Code) of the Village of Buffalo Grove Municipal Code to allow Wealth Financial Services and Tax Advisory to add wall signs on the east and west elevations of the building at 600 Buffalo Grove Road. Associate Planner Binder provided an overview of the sign variation requests to allow two additional wall signs to be added on the west and east elevations of the building. Binder indicated that staff is supportive of the requests. The petitioner John Johnson. was sworn in. He noted that the previous tenant had signage in the same location on the building. He stated that the building is located on two main roads and that they would like to have visibility on both. Johnson noted that they have no desire to use the ground sign on the property. Com. Spunt indicated that the signs would help people to be able to see the business, noting there are a lot of trees. Com. Davis asked what options were considered to stay within the limits of the code regarding size. The petitioner responded that if the sign were any smaller, it would not be legible. He also noted that the lefters are the same height as the previous tenant's signage, but the name is longer. The petitioner noted that the sign matches the lndeck signs on the building as both are brushed aluminum. There were no comments from the public. The public hearing was closed at 7:41pm. Acting Chair Richards noted that this request is reasonable. He noted that he is worried about the next tenant that comes in and stated for the record that he would not be in favor of allowing additional signage for more tenants. He further noted that he did find a hardship due to the shape of the lot. The public hearing was closed at 7:52pm The staff report was entered into the record as Exhibit 1. Com. Davis moved to recommend approval of the following variations to Title '14 (Sign Code) of the Village of Buffalo Grove Municipal Code for Wealth Financial Services and Tax Advisory located at 600 Buffalo Grove Road: 'I . A variation from Section 14.1 6. to allow more than one wall sign on the building;2. A variation from Section 14.16. to allow each wall sign to be greater in area than the total permitted for all displays;3. A variation from Section '14.16 to allow wall signage for an occupancy within another occupancy under separate ownership. Subject to the following conditions:1. The wall signs shall be installed in accordance with the documents and plans submitted as part of this petition.2. The Petitioner shall comply with all applicable Village codes, regulations, and policies. Moved by Jason Davis, seconded by Marc Spunt to recommend approval. Upon roll call, the Commissioners voted as follows: AYES: 5 Kevin Richards, Amy Au, Marc Spunt, Jason Davis, Sujat Saxena NAYS: 0 None ABSENT: 3 Mitchell Weinstein, Adam Moodhe, Neil Worlikar Motion declared Passed. C. Consideration of multiple variations to Title l4 (Sign Code) of the Village of Buffalo Grove Municipal Code to allow the Silk Road lnternational School to add hflo wall sagns on the north eleyation and one wall sign on the west elevation of the building at 1250 Radcliffe Road. Moved by Jason Davis, seconded by Marc Spunt to recommend approval. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows: AYES: 5 Kevin Richards, Amy Au, Marc Spunt, Jason Davis, Sujat Saxena NAYS: 0 None ABSENT: 3 Mitchell Weinstein, Adam Moodhe. Neil Worlikar Motion declared Passed. Associate Planner Binder provided an overview of the sign variation requests regarding three wall signs for the building on the north and west building elevations. Binder noted that staff is supportive of the requests. The petitioner, Medetbek Begmatov was sworn in Acting chair Richards asked, just to confirm, the signs have already been installed Binder confirmed. The petitioner noted that they had applied for a Special Use last year. He stated that he thought the signs were approved as part of the Special Use. He also indicated that the signs are similar in size to the previous tenant's signage, located in similar locations and not illuminated. Com. Davis asked about the number of signs the previous tenant had Binder indicated a total of three signs previously Com. Davis asked what the need was for the two signs on the north side of the property. The petitioner noted that there was a flaw in the building in that location. He installed the second sign to cover it. Com. Au asked if there are any photos of the existing signs. Binder pulled up the google street view showing the previous tenant's signs. Com. Au asked how large wall sign #1 is. The petitioner showed the commissioners a photo of the building cunently Attorney Brankin noted that the photo needs to be entered into the record and should be submitted to staff after the meeting. The public hearing was closed at 8:05pm The staff report was entered into the record as Exhibit 1, and the photo shown by the petitioner was entered into the record as Exhibit 2. Com. Davis motioned to recommend approval of the following variations to Title 14 (Sign Code) of the Village of Buffalo Grove Municipal Code for Silk Road lntemational School located at 1250 Radcliffe Road: 1 . A variation from Section 14.1 6. to allow wall signs on the North and West Elevations that exceed the number of signs allowed;2. A variation from Section 14.16. to allow three wall signs that exceed the allowable square footage for all signs on the property. Subject to the following conditions:1. The wall signs shall be maintained in accordance with the documents and plans submitted as part of this petition. 2. The Petitioner shall comply with all applicable Village codes, regulations, and policies. Moved by Jason Davis, seconded by Marc Spunt to recommend approval. Upon roll call, the Commissioners voted as follows: AYES: 5 Kevin Richards, Amy Au, Marc Spunt, Jason Davis, Sujat Saxena NAYS: 0 None ABSENT: 3 Mitchell Weinstein, Adam Moodhe, Neil Worlikar Motion declared passed. A. Other Matters for Discussion B, Approval of Minutes O.atlPZC Meeting Minutes -July 10,2024 The draft minutes from July 10,2024 were approved ADJOURI{MET{T Moved by Amy Au, seconded by Sujat Saxena to adjoum. Upon roll call, the Commissioners voted as follows: AYES: 5 Kevin Richards, Amy Au, Marc Spunt, Jason Davis, Suiat Saxena NAYS: 0 None ABSENT: 3 Mitchell Weinstein, Adam Moodhe, Neil Worlikar Motion declared passed. 1 REGULAR MEETING Moved by Marc Spunt, seconded by Jason Davis to approve. Upon roll call, Commissioners voled as follows: AYES: 4 Kevin Richards, Marc Spunt, Jason Davis, Sujat Saxena NAYS: 0 None ABSENT: 3 Mitchell Weinstein, Adam Moodhe, Neil Worlikar Motion declared Passed. C. Chairperson'sReport None D. Committee and Liaison ReporB Since Com. Moodhe was absent. Trustee Weidenfeld indicated that all PZC items on Monday's agenda were approved. E. Staff ReporUFuture Agenda Schedule Staff provided an update on the upcoming meeting schedule noting that the August 7th meeting will be cancelled. F. Public Comments and Questions All comments will be limited to 5 minutes and should be limited to concerns or comments regarding issues that are relevant to Planning and Zoning Commission business and not on the regular agenda for discussion.