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BUFFALO GROVE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
MAY 19, 2009
Chairman Entman called the Zoning Board of Appeals regular meeting to order at 7:34 P.M. on
Tuesday, May 19, 2009 in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall, 50 Raupp Boulevard.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioner Stein
Commissioner Dunn
Commissioner Windecker
Commissioner Lesser
Commissioner Shapiro
Commissioner Au
Chairman Entman
Commissioners Absent: None
Also Present: Brian Sheehan, Deputy Building Commissioner
William Raysa, Village Attorney
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
April 21, 2009 minutes:
Corn. Lesser made a motion to approve the minutes of the Zoning Board of Appeals regular
meeting held on Tuesday, April 21, 2009. Com. Windecker seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote: AYE — Stein, Windecker, Lesser, Shapiro, Au, Entman
NAY — None
ABSTAIN — Dunn
Motion Passed 6 to 0, 1 Abstention. Minutes approved as submitted.
BUSINESS
331 LINCOLN TERRACE, LARRY AND DENISE WEIDNER — ZONING ORDINANCE,
SECTION 17.40.020, FOR THE PURPOSE OF BRINGING THE EXISTING HOUSE
INTO CONFORMANCE CONCERNING A DEFICIENCY IN THE REQUIRED SIDE
YARD SETBACKS EQUAL TO THE PROPOSED ADDITION; AND TO CONSTRUCT
A SECOND STORY ADDITION AND A FIRST STORY FRONT PORCH BOTH OF
WHICH WOULD ENCROACH A DISTANCE ON FOUR (4) FEET INTO THE
REQUIRED TWENTY-FIVE (25) FOOT FRONT YARD SETBACK BACK; AND
WOULD ENCROACH A DISTANCE OF SIX (6) INCHES INTO THE REQUIRED SIX
(6) FOOT NORTH SIDE YARD SETBACK; AND WOULD ENCROACH A DISTANCE
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OF EIGHT (8) INCHES INTO THE REQUIRED SIX (6) FOOT SOUTH SIDE YARD
SETBACK; AND WOULD REDUCE THE REQUIRED TWELVE (12) FOOT
COMBINED SIDE YARD SETBACKS BY ONE (1) FOOT TWO (2) INCHES
Mr. Larry Weidner, 331 Lincoln Terrace, was present and sworn in. The public hearing notice
published in the Daily Herald on April 29, 2009 was read.
Mr. Weidner explained that his mother-in-law will be moving in with them and they need the
second story for his mother-in-law. They would also like to add a front porch since his mother-
in-law likes to sit out on a porch. The house as it exists is already encroaching into the side yard
setbacks. They are not adding onto the side.
Ch. Entman read the Village Engineering memorandum addressed to Brian Sheehan dated May
4, 2009 which states: "I have no comments on the proposal."
Ch. Entman stated that the existing house appears not to be in conformance because of a
deficiency in the required side yard setbacks. He asked Mr. Sheehan about it. Mr. Sheehan stated
that when the zoning was overlaid on the existing properties, there are a number of homes in that
area that have deficiencies in the side yard setbacks.
Ch. Entman reviewed the requested variations.
Comm. Dunn stated that in the letter dated April 14, 2009 submitted with the application there
appears to be a word missing in the second sentence. She asked what that word is. Mr. Weidner
reviewed the letter and advised that the missing word is "death". His brother-in-law was living
with his mother-in-law and his brother-in-law died. Com. Dunn asked about the materials that the
addition would be constructed of. Mr. Weidner stated that the addition would be sided. The
house has a brick front, but the rest would be siding.
Ch. Entman asked if the Petitioner has spoken with any neighbors. Mr. Weidner stated that he
has spoken with a few neighbors and there were no objections.
There were no additional questions or comments from the Commissioners. There were no
questions or comments from the audience.
Corn. Windecker made the following motion:
I move we grant the request made by Larry and Denise Weidner, 331 Lincoln Terrace, for
variance of Zoning Ordinance, Section 17.40.020, pertaining to Area, Height, Bulk and
Placement Regulations, for the purpose of bringing the existing house into conformance
concerning a deficiency in the required side yard setbacks equal to the proposed addition; and to
construct a second story addition and a first story front porch both of which would encroach a
distance on four (4) feet into the required twenty-five (25) foot front yard setback back; and
would encroach a distance of six (6) inches into the required six (6) foot north side yard setback;
and would encroach a distance of eight (8) inches into the required six (6) foot south side yard
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setback; and would reduce the required twelve (12) foot combined side yard setbacks by one (1)
foot two (2) inches.
Subject to the Village Engineer's memorandum dated May 4, 2009. Materials to match the
existing construction in like kind and quality. Pursuant to plans and specifications submitted to
and approved by the Village. The Petitioner has demonstrated hardship and unique
circumstances. The proposed addition will not be detrimental to the public health, safety and
welfare and will not alter the essential character of the neighborhood.
Corn. Dunn seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote: AYE—Stein, Dunn,Windecker, Lesser, Shapiro, Au, Entman
NAY—None
ABSTAIN—None
Motion Passed 7 to 0. Findings of Fact attached. Permit may be issued in fifteen(15) days—June
4, 2009.
882 COUNTRY LANE, DAVID AND PATTI KRIVO — ZONING ORDINANCE,
SECTION 17.40.020, TO CONSTRUCT A SUNROOM THAT WOULD ENCROACH A
DISTANCE OF ONE (1) FOOT INTO THE REQUIRED THIRTY (30) FOOT REAR
YARD SETBACK
Mrs. Patti Krivo, 882 Country Lane, and Mr. Scott Rissky, Champion Windows, 549 W. Lake
Street, Elmhurst, Illinois 60126, were present and sworn in. The public hearing notice published
in the Daily Herald on April 29, 2009 was read.
Mrs. Krivo explained that they would like to add a sunroom with a spa pool to be used as she has
rheumatoid arthritis. The spa pool was recommended.
Ch. Entman read the Village Engineer's memorandum addressed to Brian Sheehan dated May 5,
2009 which states: "I have no comments on the proposal."
Ch. Entman confirmed that the Petitioner is requesting an all season sunroom with an exercise
spa for medical reasons.
Corn. Windecker asked if the sunroom would contain heat, electric and lighting. Mr. Rissky
advised that the room would contain all of those.
There were no additional questions or comments from the Commissioners. There were no
questions or comments from the audience.
Corn. Stein made the following motion:
I move we grant the request made by David and Patti Krivo, 882 Country Lane, for variance of
Zoning Ordinance, Section 17.40.020, pertaining to Area, Height, Bulk and Placement
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Regulations, for the purpose of constructing a sunroom that would encroach a distance of one (1)
foot into the required thirty(30) foot rear yard setback.
Subject to the Village Engineer's memorandum dated May 5, 2009. Materials to match the
existing construction in like kind and quality. Pursuant to plans and specifications submitted to
and approved by the Village. The proposed sunroom would not be detrimental to the public
health, safety and welfare and will not alter the essential character of the neighborhood.
Com. Lesser seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote: AYE—Stein, Dunn, Windecker, Lesser, Shapiro, Au, Entman
NAY—None
ABSTAIN—None
Motion Passed 7 to 0. Findings of Fact attached. Permit may be issued in fifteen(15) days—June
4, 2009.
1312 CROSSFIELD COURT, SCOTT AND CORTNEY DELEVITT — FENCE CODE,
SECTION 15.20.040, TO CONSTRUCT A FOUR (4) FOOT PICKET FENCE
BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE HOUSE AND EXTENDING
SOUTHWEST A DISTANCE OF FIFTEEN (15) FEET, THEN TURNING SOUTHEAST
TOWARDS THE REAR PROPERTY LINE, RUNNING PARALLEL WITH THE
HOUSE, A DISTANCE OF SEVENTY-TWO (72) FEET; SAID FENCE WOULD BE
LOCATED TWENTY-TWO (22) FEET PAST THE BUILDING SETBACK LINE AND
EIGHT (8) FEET FROM THE SOUTH PROPERTY LINE, THEN TURNING
NORTHEAST AND RETURNING TO THE BUILDING SETBACK LINE
Mr. Scott Delevitt and Mrs. Cortney Delevitt, 1312 Crossfield Court, were present and sworn in.
The public hearing notice published in the Daily Herald on April 29, 2009 was read.
Mr. Delevitt explained that they have a creek to the east and Thompson Boulevard to the south.
They have two small children, a four(4) year old and a six (6)month old. They would like to feel
safe about letting them play in the back yard.
Ch. Entman read the Village Engineer's memorandum addressed to Brian Sheehan dated May 6,
2009 which states: "I have no comments on the proposal."
Corn. Windecker stated that the Petitioner is looking for safety for the children but the north side
of the property will not be fenced. What will prevent the children from going around the fourteen
(14) foot length of fence to the creek or behind that fence to the street. Mr. Delevitt replied that
they are planning on bringing the fence further to the west on the north side to prevent that from
happening. Corn. Windecker advised that the Plat submitted with the application is not a
complete drawing. Mr. Delevitt stated that the drawing is complete except for on the north side
where the fence stops. They initially planned on bringing the fence further west to prevent what
was stated.
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Ch. Entman stated that whatever is not beyond the building line does not need a variance. He had
\.J the same question about why the fence did not connect.
Corn. Windecker confirmed with the Petitioner that the fence would be for safety.
Com. Au asked about why the fence needs to be beyond the building line as opposed to on the
building line. Mr. Delevitt stated that they would severely cut off their property if they built the
fence on the building line. They have landscaping that goes all the way back almost to the
easement.
Corn. Stein stated that on the Plat it appears to be a large amount of land and he was curious as to
why it was needed to enclose so much. He visited the property and saw the trees and the
landscaping that really cut off the use of the land. He understood the proposed placement of the
fence. Normally, in these types of situations on a corner, the Board would not approve enclosing
as much that is being requested. In this case,he supports the request.
Ch. Entman stated that typically with a corner lot people want to maximize the use of their land.
The Board has to balance that with where they would like the fence to be. The property has a
nice lot size. The backyard is not deficient. He has a hard time going beyond the building line
with the size of the lot. The fence could be placed on the building line and satisfy the safety
issue. He cannot support the request beyond the building line. Mr. Delevitt responded that he has
landscaping and trees. He would be cutting his back yard in half if he built the fence on the
building line. Ch. Entman stated that the choice of whether the Petitioner wants a fence and
where to put it for the safety of the children is one issue. If the Petitioner has other issues such as
the landscaping, that is not an issue the Village created. The Board would like to give the
Petitioner as much opportunity to use as much of the back yard as possible. For the purposes of
safety and the nature of the size of the back yard, he does not see the need to go as far as what is
being requested. Mr. Delevitt stated that it really wouldn't be that far. Then what is the point of
putting up a fence. He has a creek in his back yard.
Com. Shapiro agrees with Corn. Stein. He visited the property and saw the configuration of the
yard. The fence would be a low picket fence, not a high privacy fence. He feels it will allow the
yard to be open and not close in the yard from the sidewalk. The design of the fence also helps
make him more amenable to the variance.
There were no additional questions or comments from the Commissioners. There were no
questions or comments from the audience.
Corn. Dunn made the following motion:
I move we grant the request made by Scott and Cortney Delevitt, 1312 Crossfield Court, for
variance of Fence Code, Section 15.20.040, pertaining to Residential Districts, for the purpose of
constructing a four (4) foot picket fence beginning at the southeast corner of the house and
extending southwest a distance of fifteen (15) feet, then turning southeast towards the rear
property line, running parallel with the house, a distance of seventy-two (72) feet; said fence
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would be located twenty-two (22) feet past the building setback line and eight (8) feet from the
south property line, then turning northeast and returning to the building setback line.
Subject to the Village Engineer's memorandum dated May 6, 2009. The Petitioner has
demonstrated hardship and unique circumstances. The proposed fence will not be detrimental to
the public health, safety and welfare and will not alter the essential character of the
neighborhood.
Corn. Stein seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote: AYE—Stein, Dunn, Windecker, Shapiro,Au
NAY—Lesser, Entman
ABSTAIN—None
Motion Passed 5 to 2. Findings of Fact attached. Permit may be issued in fifteen(15) days—June
4, 2009.
629 SYCAMORE ROAD, LISA OUZOUNIAN-KASPARIAN — ZONING ORDINANCE,
SECTION 17.40.020, TO CONSTRUCT AN ADDITION THAT WOULD EXCEED THE
TWO AND ONE HALF(2-1/2) STORY HEIGHT LIMITATION
Ch. Entman read the written request made by Lisa Ouzounian-Kasparian dated May 1, 2009 to
postpone the hearing until the July 21, 2009 meeting.
Corn. Au made a motion to Table the request made by Lisa Ouzounian-Kasparian, 629 Sycamore
`./ Road, to the July 21, 2009 meeting. Com. Windecker seconded the motion. Voice Vote — AYE
was unanimous.
186 RAUPP BOULEVARD, ARLENE POCZATEK — FENCE CODE, SECTION
15.20.040, TO ALLOW THE EXISTING SIX (6) FOOT WROUGHT IRON FENCE TO
REMAIN AS INSTALLED THAT REPLACED THE PREVIOUSLY GRANTED SIX (6)
FOOT WOOD SHADOW BOX FENCE AT THE FRONT LINE OF THE BUILDING
EXTENDING TO THE NORTH PROPERTY LINE
Ms. Arlene Poczatek, 186 Raupp Boulevard, and Mrs. Donna Flanagan, 179 Raupp Boulevard,
Buffalo Grove, Illinois, were present and sworn in. The public hearing notice published in the
Daily Herald on May 2, 2009 was read.
Mrs. Flanagan explained that her mother, Ms. Poczatek, was having trouble with the existing
wood gate. The gate was over ten (10) years old and was made of solid wood. It was very heavy
and would freeze in the winter. She wanted to replace the existing gate so it would be lighter and
easier for her to maneuver. The fence company said that they would not replace the fence with
anything higher. They had given her a sketch that did not have any dimensions on it. When she
went to get the permit she mistakenly said that the fence was five (5) feet in height. The permit
was issued for a five (5) foot fence. The fence company installed the new fence and the fence
failed the inspection. They were confused because it was not any higher than what was there.
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They found out from the previous owners that a variance was granted in 1996 for the wood
shadow box fence.
Ch. Entman read the Village Engineer's memorandum addressed to Brian Sheehan dated May 5,
2009 which states: "I have no comments on the proposal."
Ch. Entman confirmed that the request is only to allow the wrought iron gate that was installed to
remain.
There were no additional questions or comments from the Commissioners. There were no
questions or comments from the audience.
Com. Lesser made the following motion:
I move we grant the request made by Arlene Poczatek, 186 Raupp Boulevard, for variance of
Fence Code, Section 15.20.040, pertaining to Residential Districts, for the purpose of allowing
the existing six (6) foot wrought iron fence to remain as installed that replaced the previously
granted six (6) foot wood shadow box fence at the front line of the building extending to the
north property line.
Subject to the Village Engineer's memorandum dated May 5, 2009. The Petitioner has
demonstrated hardship and unique circumstances. The proposed fence will not be detrimental to
the public health, safety and welfare and will not alter the essential character of the
neighborhood.
Com. Windecker seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote: AYE—Stein, Dunn, Windecker, Lesser, Shapiro, Au, Entman
NAY—None
ABSTAIN—None
Motion Passed 7 to 0. Findings of Fact attached. Permit may be issued in fifteen(15) days—June
4, 2009.
1325 W. DUNDEE ROAD, O'REILLY AUTO PARTS — DEVIATION TO THE PLAZA
VERDE SHOPPING CENTER SIGN CRITERIA TO ALLOW MORE THAN ONE (1)
COLOR; TO ALLOW THE COLORS WHITE, BLACK AND GREEN; TO ALLOW
THE HEIGHT OF THE SIGN TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM PERMITTED HEIGHT
OF FIVE (5) FEET; TO ALLOW THE "O'REILLY" PORTION OF SIGN TO BE
CONSTRUCTED AS ONE (1) PIECE RATHER THAN INDIVIDUAL CHANNEL
LETTERS; AND TO ALLOW THE NATIONAL LOGO
Mr. Chuck Zenn, Olympic Signs, 1130 North Garfield, Lombard, Illinois 60148 and Mr. Eric
Stridde, O'Reilly Auto Parts, 1325 W. Dundee Road, were present and sworn in.
Ch. Entman reviewed the proposed wall sign. The wall sign will be twenty-six (26) feet in length.
The materials were originally showing the height at six (6) feet three (3) inches. It appears that
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the height of the wall sign will be five (5) feet three (3) inches. Mr. Zenn stated that is correct.
Ch. Entman also stated that the colors of the sign will be green,black and white.
Ch. Entman reviewed the proposed tenant panel on the ground sign. The proposed tenant panel
will be two and one-quarter (2-1/4) inches in height and sixteen (16) feet ten (10) inches in
length.
Ch. Entman asked if the Sign Criteria dictates which tenants can have panels on the ground sign.
What would give them the right to have a wall sign and a tenant panel on the ground sign. Mr.
Sheehan stated that based on the Shopping Center Sign Criteria, they would be considered one of
the major tenants of the Center. The rest of the tenants on the ground sign are all other major
tenants. Ch. Entman asked about the authority that allows the monument sign to exist. It is an
old, large sign. Mr. Sheehan stated that he would have to look at the history. That sign has been
there quite a while.
Com. Dunn asked why the Board should allow them to change the colors. The letter submitted
with the application states that there are numerous packages of signs that could be used or they
could create new ones. Mr. Zenn replied that the only color being used on the wall is green. They
feel that white is a fairly standard color. Green is O'Reilly's national color. Every one of their
several thousand stores throughout the country is green. It is a standard green. When you
compare the green in O'Reilly's to the red, yellow and black and white checkers that Murray's
had, it is subtle improvement. That would be like asking McDonald's to put up a blue arch
instead of a golden arch.
`./ Com. Windecker asked what tenant panel was on the sign before. Mr. Sheehan stated that the
previous sign was a sign for Murray's.
Corn. Dunn and Corn. Windecker had incorrect renderings in their packets. Their packets showed
the tenant panel as Murray's Auto Parts. Corrected renderings were distributed to the two (2)
Commissioners.
Corn. Windecker asked if O'Reilly Auto Parts is associated with Murray's. Mr. Stridde advised
that Murray's Auto merged with O'Reilly Auto Parts last year. They are only changing the name.
Com. Shapiro asked why the tenant panel on the ground sign is red instead of white with green
letters to match the wall sign. Mr. Zenn stated that was the instructions he was given for all sixty
(60) locations. He is not saying that he will be able to do all sixty (60) locations in red. That is
what corporate is asking for. Corn. Shapiro stated that there is not any red anywhere else in the
signs except in the tenant panel. Mr. Zenn stated that they have red on a lot of the store fronts.
Com. Lesser confirmed with Mr. Zenn that all of the signs for O'Reilly's are green lettering.
Corn. Lesser questioned that all the signs, everywhere, in every single store, in every community,
are green signs. There is not one (1) exception. Mr. Zenn stated that from his experience, yes.
But there are some communities that make you change the color. They hope that is not the case
here. He is handling sixty(60) locations. He has not had any issues with the green.
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Ch. Entman asked about the dimensions of the proposed tenant panel on the ground sign. Mr.
Zenn stated that the V.O. stands for visible opening, the area of plastic not covered by the clips.
So when the sign is illuminated, you are actually seeing two (2) feet nine(9) inches of red.
Com. Stein confirmed with Mr. Zenn that the proposed tenant panel on the ground sign is the
same size as the current Murray's tenant panel.
Ch. Entman would like to know the origin of the ground sign and what allows some tenants of
the Center to have their names on that in addition to whatever else is allowed for wall signs. Mr.
Sheehan stated that the Village is looking at possibly revising the Sign Code and that one thing to
look at is the ground signs for placement and numbers. Ch. Entman is curious because it is such a
large sign. This sign and the ground sign located across the street are two (2) of the largest and
oldest ground signs in the Village. He would also like to know who has the right to be on that
sign.
There were no additional questions or comments from the Commissioners. There were no
questions or comments from the audience.
Com. Shapiro made the following motion:
I move that we grant the request made by O'Reilly Auto Parts, 1325 W. Dundee Road, to allow a
Deviation to the Plaza Verde Shopping Center Sign Criteria, to allow more than one (1) color; to
allow the colors white, black and green; to allow the height of the sign to exceed the maximum
permitted height of five (5) feet; to allow the "O'Reilly"portion of sign to be constructed as one
(1) piece rather than individual channel letters; and to allow the national logo. The maximum
sign height shall be five (5) foot three (3) inches tall as depicted in the color rendering dated May
1, 2009.
Corn. Stein seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote: AYE—Stein, Windecker, Lesser, Shapiro,Au, Entman
NAY—Dunn
ABSTAIN—None
Motion Passed 6 to 1.
Ch. Entman added that he believes that the background on the proposed tenant panel would look
better in white.
Corn. Lesser disagrees with Ch. Entman in that there is a lot of red already in that sign. He would
suggest a red closer to the existing red in the sign. Red overall seems to populate that sign. He
does not have any objections to the red background.
Corn. Stein agrees with Com. Lesser concerning the background color of the tenant panel.
Com. Shapiro made the following motion:
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I move we grant the request made by O'Reilly Auto Parts, 1325 W. Dundee Road, to allow a
Deviation to the Plaza Verde Shopping Center Sign Criteria concerning the ground sign to
replace the existing Murray's Auto Parts tenant panel as depicted in the color rendering dated
May 1, 2009.
Corn. Stein seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote: AYE—Stein, Windecker, Lesser, Shapiro,Au
NAY—Dunn, Entman
ABSTAIN—None
Motion Passed 5 to 2.
1000 WEILAND ROAD, SUSHI THAI — DEVIATION TO THE HIGHLAND OAKS
SHOPPING CENTER SIGN CRITERIA, TO ALLOW WHITE LETTERS WITH RED
TRIM AROUND THE LETTERS AND THE RETURNS
Mr. Sam Kang, Kang Architect, 38730 North Deep Lake Road, Lake Villa, Illinois 60046 and
Mr. Sornarong Chanprung, Owner, Sushi Thai, 1000 Weiland Road,were present and sworn in.
Ch. Entman reviewed the request for a Deviation to the color of the sign. The letters will be
white with a red border outlining the letters. The red borders are one half(1/2) inch wide by one
half (1/2) inch thick. Red and white are approved colors, but a combination of these colors
requires a Deviation.
There were two (2) Exhibits submitted with the request that show both the north and east
elevations.
Corn. Windecker stated that he was present at the ART meeting for the proposed restaurant. The
original proposal would have contained red and green outlines and the corporate logo. The ART
recommended that the corporate logo be eliminated and limit the outlines to one(1) color, red.
Corn. Lesser asked if the landlord has approved these signs. Mr. Sheehan advised that the Village
does have landlord approval. It was not included in the packet.
Corn. Stein asked if Sushi Thai is a national chain or franchise. Mr. Kang replied that Sushi Thai
is not a national chain. They are a new company. There is one (1) other location in Libertyville
and they will be possibly opening a third location. This business started a few years ago. Corn.
Stein stated that except for"Kalidescoops", which is a national chain, every other business in the
Center has a sign that is a solid color. He would like to see the sign stay a solid color, preferably
a solid red, to be consistent. The "Allstate" sign is white when their national color is blue but
they chose to stay within the allowed colors for the Center.
Corn. Au asked why they need two (2) colors. Mr. Kang replied that red and white are their
business colors. They thought that the outline of the red would make the sign stand out.
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Corn. Shapiro asked if there are signs currently on both elevations. Mr. Sheehan stated no, but
that the east elevation faces the public right-of-way so a variation is not required. As part of the
ART review, they are proposing to add windows and a door on the east elevation and is looking
to add outdoor seating on the east as well.
Corn. Lesser asked about the hours of illumination of the signs. Mr. Kang stated that the hours of
operation will be until 10:00 P.M. Corn. Lesser does not have any issues with that.
There were no additional questions or comments from the Commissioners. There were no
questions or comments from the audience.
Corn. Windecker made the following motion:
I move we grant the request made by Sushi Thai, 1000 Weiland Road, for Deviation to the
Highland Oaks Shopping Center Sign Criteria to allow white letters with red %" trim around the
letters and the returns.
Com. Dunn seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote: AYE—Dunn, Windecker, Lesser, Shapiro, Au, Entman
NAY—Stein
ABSTAIN—None
Motion Passed 6 to 1.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Ms. Kamka reminded the Commissioners to complete and submit their Disclosure Statements if
they have not already done so.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Corn. Lesser and seconded by Com. Windecker.
Voice Vote—AYE was unanimous.
Ch. Entman adjourned the meeting at 8:37 P.M.
Submitted by,
J ie Kamka
Recording Secretary
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