1975-01-08 - Plan Commission - Minutes WORKSHOP SESSION
BUFFALO GROVE PLAN COMMISSION
January 8, 1975
Chairman Carl Genrich called the meeting to order at 8:20 p.m. ,
January 8, 1975, in the Municipal Building, 50 Raupp Blvd.
Commissioners Present: Chairman Genrich
Mr. Haarr
Mr. Mendenhall
Mr. Gamm
Mr. Keister
Mr. Shields
Mr. Goldspiel
Mr. Jacobs
Commissioners Absent: Mr. Harris
Also Present: Mr. Bill Balling
Simpson Development
Mr. Genrich posed the question to Mr. Balling if the trade is not
consummated what alternatives does the owner of the 45 foot strip of
land have to trading off and getting a portion of the whole development?
Mr. Balling stated that according to the proposed ordinance the underlying
zoning in that area is R-3 in the county. Mr. Balling did not have a
copy of the present ordinance.
Mr. Genrich asked Mr.Shields if from his viewpoint as a Real Estate
Appraiser he felt there were better or more feasible land uses that
might be possible for this property. Mr. Shields stated that a grocery
store seems unnecessary but a commercial use is definitely the best.
A grocery store would have the highest income potential and, therefore,
in his opinion it is the most logical use. Mr. Genrich stated that
regarding the commercial use, it appears the Commission might want to
consider this all together.
Mr. Balling brought up the point that the parcel in question follows
Buffalo Grove Road which makes the land wider at one end. This makes
an extra parcel of land which is zoned R-3.
There was an extensive discussion of the above matters in general .
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Mr. Genrich asked Mr. Balling to:
1 . Bring something to the next meeting that shows entire
property and the size of it along Buffalo Grove Road.
2. Check with Stan Crosland at the Park District and see if
they have taken any action to condemn the land or intend
to.
3. Get a copy of the actual county ordinance so we can check
and see what it says about commercial use.
Changes in Zoning Ordinance
This was not discussed because Mr. Gamm did not have the changes
prepared.
Proposed Annexation Agreement
The Proposed Annexation Agreement was not discussed because Mr. Harris
was not present at the meeting.
Lieberman Building
Mr. Keister reported that the plan that the Plan Commission approved
had a driveway on the east side. It left the Commission with
Mr. Mendenhall 's recommendation that we eliminate this driveway.
The Village Board agreed with the recommendation. The builder said
he would need a turnaround in back if there was no driveway on the
east side. The Village Board agreed to this.
Mr. Keister also stated that the Annexation Agreement refers to
Exhibit "B" dated May 16, 1973. However, the attachment with it
is dated July 5 and revised August 6 which is the date approved.
Therefore, the May 16 document does refer to the one that passed out
of the Plan Commission. It should have been updated. This brings
up two points:
1 . Everything has to be checked so the Annexation
Agreement reads right.
2. When something is approved we should ask the Administration
to send us a copy right after approval .
The above report by Mr. Keister raised a discussion regarding plan
approval and representation of the Plan Commission at Village Board
Meetings.
Mr. Jacobs suggested that for each major action that comes before the
Plan Commission, two members should be assigned to follow the project
all the way through the Village Board stage. Mr. Genrich asked for
the opinion of the Plan Commission members regarding having someone
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attend the Village Board meetings in addition to the person regularly
assigned. All agreed that it would be a good idea. Mr. Haarr and
Mr. Jacobs were assigned to attend the Village Board meetings regarding
the Simpson Development. They will also be responsible for bringing
back to the Plan Commission what the Village Board approved.
Staff Report - Mr. Balling
`.i Arlington Heights Master Plan - Mr. Balling met with the
Planner for Arlington Heights regarding different stages
of development of their Master Plan. He stated that they
are a month or so away from adopting their Master Plan.
Mr. Jacobs asked Mr. Balling for a blow-up of what's
contemplated by Arlington Heights in the Arlington Heights
and Dundee Road area. Mr. Balling will let the Plan
Commission know where the Arlington Heights Master Plan
conflicts with the Buffalo Grove Master Plan so we can
bring it to the attention of the Village Board and ask them
to intercede with Arlington Heights.
Centex - Mr. Balling stated that Centex would be back
bore the Plan Commission because in Phase I their plat
was rejected and has to be redrawn. Phase II had to go
through technical revisions.
ZBA Meeting - Mr. Balling attended the ZBA meeting on the
Public Works Garage. The date of February 6 was set for a
Public Hearing to review their variation authority. Mr. Genrich
suggested that Mr. Jacobs and Mr. Gamm be provided with copies
of what the ZBA is asking for and that they make a recommendation.
Mr. Balling stated that fees relative to variance will also be
discussed at that meeting.
County Rezoning Application #2401 - Mr. Balling attended the
Lake County Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on December 9 regarding
County Rezoning Application #2401 to allow an auto scavenger
yard on a 2 1/2 acre parcel behind Weiland Nursery. The only
access is through a 20 foot easement to the lot.
The Lake County Plan Commission gave a tentative approval
on this. The Master Plan provides for commercial industrial
zoning. It does not violate the plan but does violate some
planning guidelines. Mr. Balling recommended the Board file
an objection to it.
This will be presented to the Village Board Monday night,
January 13th. A motion was made by Mr. Mendenhall that the
Plan Commission is opposed to an auto scavenger yard at this
location. The motion was seconded by Mr. Keister and the
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following vote was taken:
Commissioner Haarr No Commissioner Shields Yes
Commissioner Mendenhall Yes Commissioner Goldspiel No
Commissioner Gamm Yes Commissioner Jacobs No
Commissioner Keister Yes
Commissioner Harris was not present.
The motion carried. Mr. Haarr will present the motion at the
Village Board meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
L nda Ison art
Recording Secretary
Approved:
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Carl Genric'h, Chairman
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