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1997-04-15 - Zoning Board of Appeals - Minutes r i tipLJu MOM ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS TUESDAY, APRIL 15 , 1997 I . CALL TO ORDER Chairman Richard Heinrich called the Zoning Board of Appeals meeting to order at 8 : 00 P . M . on Tuesday, April 15 , 1997 in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall , 50 Raupp Blvd . II . ROLL CALL Commissioners Present : J . Paul , B . Entman, L . Windecker, H . Hefler and R . Heinrich QUORUM . Commissioners Absent : L . Arbus and S . Sandler Bldg . Dept . Liaison : Edward Scharf Deputy Building Commissioner Village Attorney : Richard Skelton III . APPROVAL OF MINUTES March 18 , 1997 - Tabled . IV. BUSINESS A. 296 Windsor Drive , Vladimir Zelenetsky Fence Code , Section 15 . 20 . 040 6 ' Wood Fence to Replace Existing 6 ' Wood Fence Mr . Vladimir Zelenetsky was sworn in . Notice of the public hearing was published in the Buffalo Grove Herald on March 26 , 1997 . Mr . Zelenetsky summarized the reasons for requesting a variance of the Fence Code : 1 . The existing six foot ( 6 ' ) wood fence has deterioriated and needs to be replaced . 2 . The elevation of his neighbor' s yard to the rear is much higher and the fence will provide privacy. 3 . All the neighbors have six foot ( 6 ' ) fences and they do not object to the proposed fence . •I Comments from Commissioners: Com. Paul asked if any of the neighbors were present? Mr. John Seno, 306 Windsor Drive was present . He lives just south of the Zelenetskys and said he supports the application for the variance because he likes the privacy. Com. Windecker, Com. Entman and Com. Hefler had no questions or objections . Com. Windecker made the following motion: I move we grant the request of Vladimir Zelenetsky, 296 Windsor Drive, for variance of Fence Code, Section 15 . 20 . 040, pertaining to Residential Districts, for the purpose of constructing a six foot (6 ' ) wood stockade fence to replace an exist- ing six foot (6 ' ) wood fence . Fence to be constructed pursuant to the Plat of Survey submitted with the application. Unique circumstances having been demonstrated, the proposed fence will not be detrimental to to the public health, safety and welfare. Com. Paul seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote : AYE - Entman, Hefler, Paul, Windecker and Heinrich NAY - None Motion Passed - 5 to 0 . Findings of Fact Attached. Permit may be issued in 15 days - after May 1, 1997 . B. 160 Copperwood Drive, John and Tina Kapinos Fence Code, Section 15 .20 . 040 - 4 ' Wood Fence Past the Building Line along Thompson Boulevard Mr. John Kapinos was sworn in. Notice of the public hearing was published in the Buffalo Grove Herald on March 26, 1997 . Mr. Kapinos summarized the reasons for requesting a variance : ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS APRIL 15, 1997 - PAGE TWO w3J, "G ,s t,.a �.1 f7 ip. 1 . They have a corner lot that backs up to the Westchester Park. There are many people pass by the house every day and some cut through the yard. 2 . The fence will permit the children to play safely without danger from dogs . 3 . The variance will permit the fence to enclose some existing landscaping. 4 . The fence will make the house less accessible to would-be theives . The fence will be four feet (4 ' ) in height and will be open picket . None of the contiguous neighbors object . Ken and Christine Tanaka, 156 Copperwood, provided a letter endorsing the variance. The Village Engineer' s Review, dated March 31, 1997, states : "The limiting factor at the intersection is the principal structure itself . The abutting property is a park. " Comments from Commissioners : Com. Hefler said considering the park to the rear and the way the road curves, he has no objections. There have been no objections from neighbors. Com. Entman, Com. Paul and Com. Windecker had no questions or objections. Com. Entman made the following motion: I move we grant the request of John and Tina Kapinos, 160 Copperwood Drive, for variance of Fence Code, Section 15 .20 . 040, pertaining to Residential Districts, for the purpose of installing a four foot (4 ' ) cedar picket fence that would extend eight feet (8 ' ) past the building line along Thompson Boulevard, be granted. Fence to be installed pursuant to Exhibit A, submitted with the application. Construction materials to be approved by the Village. ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS APRIL 15, 1997 - PAGE THREE ` `t S LO :. ' ) ,f Petitioner having exhibited that the proposed variance and the fence will not be detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare. Com. Windecker seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote : AYE - Paul, Windecker, Entman, Hefler and Heinrich NAY - None Motion Passed - 5 to 0 . Findings of Fact Attached. Permit may be issued in 15 days - after May 1, 1997 . C. 600 N. Buffalo Grove Road, Indeck Energy Services Zoning Ordinance, Section 17 .36 . 040 Permit less than the required number of stacking spaces for the American Enterprise Bank Mr. James Schneider, P.E. , Indeck Energy Services, Inc . 1130 Lake Cook Road, Buffalo Grove, Il 60089 (520-3212) and Mr. David Schroeder, American Enterprise Bank, 600 N. Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 were sworn in. Notice of the Public Hearing was published in the Buffalo Grove Herald on March 29, 1997 . Mr. Schroeder summarized the reasons for requesting a variance that will permit the reconfiguration of the stacking to provide a safer and more efficient access to the drive-thru teller lanes. The original plan and the revised plan were discussed. Ch. Heinrich observed that the stacking area has been widened but the number of cars that can be stacked has been reduced. Mr. Schroeder said the number of cars that can be stacked is equivalent to the original design. A total of 26 cars can be stacked but they do not anticipate that many cars at any one time. Lane #5 could have six (6) cars. Lane #4 and lane #3 could have five plus (5+) cars . Lane #2 could have five (5) cars and lane #1 about one (1) car less. The original design has a tight turn and they tried cars on the gravel driveway. Because of the funnel design it is hard to get the cars into the lanes, especially Lane #5 . ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS APRIL 15, 1997 - PAGE FOUR / yi t 4.-- t, ,,, ,,,. _;, .e._ : ., iii r.::,.; .,;, a -, :'. '''''": lir ) ' C 6 `./ c -'i'- ir. jg F - :--i4 f-t 7, ,,,- ti The Village Engineer' s Review, dated March 31, 1997, states : "The comments of the Village traffic consultant have been incorporated. " Ch. Heinrich commented that First Midwest Bank has a similar number of lanes and there are never that many cars stacked. Com. Hefler concurred with that statement and said the same thing is true at the First of America Bank. Mr. Schroeder said one teller is usually responsible for two (2) lanes. The first lane is for the ATM Machine and night bank drop only so they actually have four (4) active drive- in lanes and they have the ability to have three (3) tellers for the four (4) lanes . This will eliminate any problems. Com. Hefler affirmed the revision because it eliminates the danger of drivers trying to jockey for position. With reference to the use of the parking area, there are not a lot of office employees using the spaces at busy banking times, after 5 P.M. on Friday and on Saturdays . Comments from the Audience : Mr. Mark Zorfas, 613 Harris, was present and asked to see he site plans. After reviewing the entrances and being assured that there will be no effect on the residential area, Mr. Zorfas had not objections . Comments from Commissioners : Com. Hefler, Com. Windecker and Com. Paul had no questions . Com. Windecker said he banks at American Enterprise Bank but this will not affect his decision. Ch. Heinrich said considering the flow of traffic and the need for decision making, the proposed plan will help avoid some accidents. ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS APRIL 15, 1997 - PAGE FIVE so la Com. Paul made the following motion: I move we recommend to the Village Board of Trustees, that the variance requested by Indeck Energy Services, Inc. , 1130 Lake Cook Road, for variance of Zoning Ordinance, Section17.36 . 040, pertaining to Parking Requirements, for the purpose of permitting less than the required number of stacking spaces for the American Enterprise Bank at 600 N. Buffalo Grove Road, be granted. The Village Engineering Review, dated March 31, 1997, is attached. Pursuant to Criteria for Variation Zoning Ordinance, Section 17 . 52 . 070,Section A. 1 - the property in quetions cannot yield a reasonable return under the conditions allowed by the regulations of the zoning district in which it is located. Petitioner having demonstrated unique circumstances the proposed variance will not alter the essential character of the neighborhood. Com. Windecker seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote : AYE - Entman, Hefler, Paul, Windecker and Heinrich NAY - None Motion Passed - 5 to 0 . Findings of Fact Attached. An Ordinance will be prepared and the item will be placed on the Village Board Agenda, April 28, 1997 . V. ANNOUNCEMENTS Mr. Schar distributed minutes from a variance that was granted August 17, 1997 for the purpose of constructing an addition at 1100 Hidden Lake Drive, that would encroach a distance of six and one half feet (6-1/2 ' ) into the required forty foot (40 ' ) rear yard setback and eight feet (8 ' ) into the required thirty foot (30 ' ) corner yard set- back. The materials for the addition were to match the existing house. ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS APRIL 15, 1997 - PAGE SIX Construction plans for the addition were never submitted and the petitioner, Mrs. Janet Franchi, has requested approval of a patio enclosure that would be constructed of aluminum and glass . A diagram of the proposal was submitted and Mr. Schar asked for the Commissioners' opinion. Ch. Heinrich observed that the size and scope of the proposed construction is not a typical patio enclosure. He advised Mr. Scahr to inform Mrs. Franchi that it would be in her best interest to consult an architect and decide what she wants before hiring a contractor to do the work. He offered to talk to her if she would like his opinion regarding the construction of the proposed enclosure. One problem would be the slope of the roof. It was the consensus of the Commissioners that the variance granted it was based an entirely different design and that variance has expired, so Mrs. Franchi should decide what she wants and apply for a new variance, if necessary. Mr.Skelton was in agreement with this decision. Li Mr. Schar will inform Mrs. Franchi that the variance has expired and it cannot be extended. VI . ADJOURNMENT Com. Windecker made a motion to adjourn. Com. Paul seconded the motion. Ch. Heinrich adjourned the meeting at 8 :45 P.M. Respectfully submitted, )1‘(2"-e-'j13 Shirley Bates Recording Secretary sb ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS APRIL 15, 1997 - PAGE SEVEN