Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular MeetingGeneva, IL · July 9, 2015
Minutes
PLAN COMMISSION MINUTES
City of Geneva
109 James Street - City Council Chambers
Meeting #1156– July 9, 2015
Chairman Rogers called the Plan Commission meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. Roll call followed:
Present: Commissioners Case, Leidig, Mead, Stocking, Chairman Rogers
Absent: Commissioner Evans, Dziadus, Erickson, Stevenson
Others Present: Community Development Planner Paul Evans; Planet Depos Court Reporter Glenn
Sonntag and Recording Secretary Celeste Weilandt
Public Present: Mr. Mir Sultan, 333 N. Meecham, Schaumburg, IL; Mr. George Havlicek,
1420 Sherwood Lane, Geneva; Atty. Richard Guerard, 3105 County Farm Road;
Mr. Kevin Milord, 1341 South Street, Geneva
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Approval of the May 28, 2015 Meeting Minutes – Deferred to the August meeting.
Public Hearing
Chairman Rogers read the protocol for the public hearing portion of the meeting and swore in those
individuals who would be speaking on the following petitions.
4.A. A Special Use in the OR Office Research District to allow a Preschool/Daycare Center at
2423 Fargo Boulevard. Location: 2423 Fargo Blvd.; Applicant: Lubina Sultana; Come Grow
with Us.
Contents of the applicant’s file were read into the record by city planner Paul Evans.
[See Transcript from Planet Depos Court Reporting Service]
Motion by Commissioner Mead, seconded by Commissioner Leidig to close the public
hearing. Motion carried by voice vote of 5-0.
Motion by Commissioner Mead, seconded by Leidig to waive the bifurcated process and vote
on the case. Motion carried by voice vote of 5-0.
Commissioner Mead moved to approve a special use in the OR Office Research District to
allow a preschool/daycare center on the property located at 2423 Fargo Boulevard, subject to
the findings of fact contained in staff’s report and the conditions listed on page 6 of staff’s
report, limiting the number of employees of the daycare to 15 and the enrollment to 130.
Seconded by Commissioner Leidig. Roll call:
AYE: Case, Leidig, Mead, Stocking, Rogers
NAY: None MOTION CARRIED. VOTE: 5-0
Concept Review
5.A. Contemplated petitions for a Zoning Map Amendment to rezone the property from the
R1 Low Density Single-Family Residential District and OR Office Research District to the R2
Medium Density Single-Family Residential District and a preliminary/final plat of subdivision
Geneva Plan Commission -2- July 9, 2015
for a 21-lot single-family subdivision. Location: Approx. 9 acres located on north side of
South Street, just west of Western Avenue; Applicant: George Havlicek
Petitioner, Mr. George Havlicek, 1420 Sherwood Lane, Geneva, Illinois stated that after hearing about
the concerns voiced by the neighbors he revised his plan to reduce the number of lots from 25 to 21.
Details of the revisions followed.
Attorney Richard Guerard, 3105 County Farm Road, on behalf of the petitioner, explained that the
detention to the north side of the property was designed to be both a buffer to the northern lots as
well as to the northeast. He confirmed that Mr. Havlicek did meet with the neighbors and would try to
preserve as many trees as possible along the tree line. Another buffer/detention area to the south
was located on the overhead. Mr. Guerard reiterated that Mr. Havlicek was a local builder designing
high-end homes and would continue to meet with the neighbors to make adjustments as needed. He
asked if there was additional input from the commissioners.
Mr. Havlicek clarified that his architect, Mr. Paul Lankenau, at the last meeting miscommunicated the
size of the proposed homes. The correct proposal was for 2,000 to 2,500 square foot homes.
Mr. Havlicek confirmed he was seeking straight R-2 zoning for the homes and asked if the lots
located on Pankow and Rosenfeld could be included in his Phase 1 of 2 phases. However, he also
added that if the city wanted the R1 zoning, he would keep it. Planner Mr. Evans clarified that the
zoning for R-2 was met, but not quite for the R-1 zoning. Mr. Havlicek stated he would then go with
the R-2 zoning. Commissioner Mead inquired about the lot widths on Rosenfeld wherein Mr. Havlicek
explained that he worked on a number of plans for these lots and decided having three 100 foot-wide
lots was better than four.
Mr. Havlicek further summarized that a tree survey was done for the site which found that many box
elders and choke cherries existed on the site; however, his goal was to keep as many trees as
possible, especially the perimeter trees, and he would include some landscaping. Commissioner
Mead expressed concern regarding the eastern-most entrance to the site, citing the petitioner
appeared to be adding additional conflict where conflict currently existed. Commissioner Stocking
concurred and Planner Evans offered to review the area again. Commissioner Mead suggested that
Mr. Havlicek speak to the city about adding either a cul-de-sac, a right-in/right-out pork-chop or some
other form of control for the intersection.
As to the property located between lots 17 and 18, Mr. Havlicek stated he was in the process of
purchasing Lot 17 and would be deeding back 10 feet of that property to the Milords, who would have
access to Cooper Lane and not be landlocked. Commissioner Case inquired about the proposed
homes for lots 3 and 4 which would be facing two different directions, to which Mr. Havlicek stated it
was not as uncommon as one would think -- Lot 4 would be facing east and sharing its side yards
with lots 3 and 4. Quite a bit of distance would existed between the two lots and the area would be
wooded. Commissioner Case was pleased to see the two letters from the neighbors who favored the
plan revisions. Commissioners, overall, supported the revised plan.
Chairman Rogers opened up the meeting to the public.
Mr. Kevin Milord, 1341 South Street, Geneva, confirmed his home’s location on the site plan and
agreed that exiting left from the current driveway near the intersection of Western and South Street
was a challenge. He liked the revised plans but asked the petitioner if the road could be a one-way,
making it easier access into the site and then exiting further west. Mr. Milord then asked about the
topography of the detention/drainage area near the yellow house, noting it appeared to have some
natural sloping. Mr. Havlicek stated he could provide some contouring in the area. Mr. Milord
favored the plan.
Geneva Plan Commission -3- July 9, 2015
In closing, Mr. Havlicek said he would take into consideration the one-way street suggestion.
Last comments to Mr. Havlicek included: 1) Chairman Rogers explaining that once Mr. Havlicek
provides a formal application to the city and the public hearing is held, the commission will then
provide a recommendation at that time; 2) Planner Evans asking for a formal tree survey; and
3) when considering a right-in/right-out pork chop, that its material be concrete and not striped.
Public Comment – None
Other Business –Planner Evans reported on the latest cases coming forward: a text amendment for
garage sales and an application from Riverbank Labs. He stated many of the cases were working
through the city’s process. Staff was also working on a text amendment for temporary outdoor sales
and working through a number of issues with the land/cash contribution. The park district recently
held a public meeting at Wheeler Park regarding a cell tower location behind the maintenance facility
area. Planner Evans was not sure what type of structure was proposed, nor its height. Per questions,
staff was in the process of reviewing plans for the 7th and State Street project and no further updates
were received regarding the former Mill Race building. Additional updates followed regarding the
Meadowbrook Manor project, the cemetery at Randall Road & Fabyan Pkwy., and the resubmitted
Woodlands subdivision project (five lots). Lastly, dialog followed regarding a development for the
former Geneva Greenhouse property located at Country Squire and Western Avenues.
Adjournment
Meeting was adjourned at 7:49 p.m. on motion by Commissioner Case, seconded by Commissioner
Leidig. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote of 5-0.
Agenda
Meeting Agenda
CITY OF GENEVA PLAN COMMISSION
JULY 9, 2015 MEETING #1156
1. Call to Order
Location
City Hall 2. Roll Call
Council Chambers 3. Approval of Minutes: June 25, 2015 (defer to August 13, 2015)
109 James Street
Geneva, IL 60134 4. Public Hearings:
A. A Special Use in the OR Office Research District to allow a
Time Preschool/Daycare Center at 2423 Fargo Boulevard
7:00 p.m. Location: 2423 Fargo Boulevard
Applicant: Lubina Sultana, Come Grow With Us
Commissioners
5. Concept Review:
Dave Rogers, Chairman A. Contemplated petitions for a Zoning Map Amendment to
John Mead rezone the property from the R1 Low Density Single-
Fred Case Family Residential District and OR Office Research District
Mike Dziadus to the R2 Medium Density Single-Family Residential
Joel Erickson District and a preliminary/final plat of subdivision for a 21-
Mim Evans lot single-family subdivision.
Cindy Leidig Location: Approximately 9 acres located on the north side
Scott Stocking of South Street, just west of Western Avenue
Ron Stevenson Applicant: George Havlicek
Staff Liaison 6. Public Comment
Paul Evans 7. Other Business
City Planner
8. Adjournment
Phone: (630) 845-9654
Email: pevans@geneva.il.us
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Plan Commission Agenda
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PROCEDURE FOR PUBLIC HEARINGS
It is the Plan Commission’s job to conduct public hearings in order to receive testimony for and against
petitions for general amendments to the zoning ordinance, zoning map amendments, zoning text
amendments, special use permits and amendments to special use permits.
The procedure followed for public hearings is as follows:
• First, the Plan Commission secretary or the designated representative will read or describe
written items, reports, and plans into the record.
• Second, the petitioner will present testimony in favor of the petition and will present any
supporting plans or exhibits.
• Third, the Commission members will have an opportunity to question the petitioner.
• Fourth, the Commission will then receive citizen testimony both for and against the
petition. Questions about the proposal may be directed to the petitioner or petitioner’s
witnesses and questions about the Plan Commission process itself may be directed to me.
Following such testimony the petitioner and the Plan Commission may ask questions of
those who testified.
• Finally, the petitioner may provide a rebuttal to any testimony in opposition.
When all the testimony is brought into the record the hearing will be closed and the Plan
Commission will make a recommendation to the City Council in the form of a motion or motions.
• In order to give testimony, you must provide your name and address on the registration sheet
located at the entrance of the hearing room and sign in the space provided. By signing the
registration sheet, you agree and understand that anything you say will be considered sworn
testimony and affirm to tell the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth.
• When giving testimony please approach the lectern, speak directly into the microphone so
that you may be heard. Please begin by stating your name and giving your address. If you
speak additional times, please state your name each time for the record.
• Please be concise when presenting your testimony and if your point has already been made, it
is not necessary to repeat it. Each of these points is recorded and will be considered as the
Plan Commission develops findings of fact and a recommendation or recommendations.
• You may provide your testimony in written form, but such written testimony must be
presented to the Plan Commission secretary or the designated representative prior to the
closing of this hearing.
• After the process is completed and everyone wishing to present testimony has spoken, the
Commission will then decide whether it has heard adequate testimony in order to make a
decision. If it has, the public hearing will be closed.
After a public hearing is closed the Plan Commission will refrain from receiving any additional
testimony either for or against the petition. There is one exception to this rule.
• City staff will submit a report based on the testimony presented at the hearing. This report will
consider comments or concerns from all City Departments such as the Fire Department, Public
Works Department or the Engineering Department.
Community Development Department Report
CITY OF GENEVA PLAN COMMISSION
AGENDA ITEM 4A COME GROW WITH US
JULY 9, 2015
PRESCHOOL & DAYCARE
Applicant SPECIAL USE
Lubina Sultana
Location
2423 Fargo Boulevard
Request
Special Use in the OR Office
Research District to allow a
Preschool and Daycare Center
on the property located at
2423 Fargo Boulevard
Recommendation
Staff will provide a
recommendation at the
conclusion of the public
hearing.
Staff Liaison
Paul Evans
City Planner Figure 1. Location Map. Prepared by Geneva Planning Division, July 2015.
Phone: (630) 845-9654
Email: pevans@geneva.il.us BACKGROUND
The applicant would like to operate a preschool/daycare center in
the former La Petite Academy building located at 2423 Fargo
Boulevard. The property is located in the Randall Center Planned
Unit Development (PUD) and is zoned OR Office Research District.
The PUD does not establish a specific list of permitted and special
uses, but rather relies on the permitted and special uses of the
underlying zoning district. Preschools/daycares require a Special Use
in the OR District. A Special Use was granted to La Petite Academy
for a child care center in November of 1990 under Ordinance No. 90-
63 (attached for your review). Section 3 of that ordinance stated,
“That this Special Use for a child care center is granted jointly and
severally to La Petite Academy, Inc. and shall terminate upon the
Agenda Item 4A – Come Grow With Us
Special Use - Preschool/Daycare Center
Page 2 of 6
sale of the subject property.” Therefore, the applicant is requesting a new Special Use to allow the
Come Grow With Us preschool/daycare center to operate at 2423 Fargo Boulevard. The Special Use for
La Petite Academy limited the number of employees to 15 and the number of children enrolled in the
child care center to 130. Come Grow With Us has confirmed that they would be able to abide by the
same standard. As part of the project, Come Grow With Us is proposing to upgrade the landscaping on
the site, renovate the interior of the building, and install new signage. Please see the attached
development plans for more detail.
REQUEST
Come Grow With Us requests a Special Use in the OR Office Research District to allow a Preschool and
Daycare Center on the property located at 2423 Fargo Boulevard
PROPERTY INFORMATION
The property is located at 2324 Fargo Boulevard and has an area of approximately 1.04 acres. The
existing one-story 7,500 square foot building has 24 parking spaces and was constructed in 1991. The
property is zoned OR Office Research and is designated as “Commercial: Retail, Service, Office” in the
City’s adopted Comprehensive Plan. Please see Table 2 below and Figures 2 and 3 on the following page
for surrounding property information including existing zoning, existing land uses, and future land use
designations.
Table 2. Surrounding Property Information. Prepared by Geneva Planning Division, July 2015.
LOCATION ZONING DISTRICT LAND USE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
Subject Property OR Office Research Vacant Daycare Center Commercial: Retail, Service,
Randall Center PUD Office
North OR Office Research TriCity Family Services Commercial: Retail, Service,
Randall Center PUD Office
South B5 Business District Stormwater Detention Pond Open Space
Randall Square PUD
East OR Office Research Randall Center Multi-tenant Commercial: Retail, Service,
Randall Center PUD Commercial Building Office
West OR Office Research Fox Valley Family Physicians Commercial: Retail, Service,
Randall Center PUD Office
Agenda Item 4A – Come Grow With Us
Special Use - Preschool/Daycare Center
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Figure 2. Zoning Map of the Subject Property and Surrounding Area. Prepared by Geneva Planning Division,
July 2015.
Figure 3. Future Land Use Designation of the Subject Property and Surrounding Area, based on the 2003
Comprehensive Plan. Prepared by Geneva Planning Division, July 2015.
Agenda Item 4A – Come Grow With Us
Special Use - Preschool/Daycare Center
Page 4 of 6
REVIEW COMMENTS/STAFF ANALYSIS
Staff has evaluated the requested Special Use in relation to the nine (9) special use standards the Plan
Commission uses in formulating it findings of fact, as set forth in Section 11-14-4(F) of the Zoning
Ordinance. Based on evidence and testimony provided at the public hearing, the Plan Commission may
choose to use this analysis as the basis for its findings of fact, or formulate its own findings.
1. The proposed use at the specified location is consistent with the comprehensive plan.
The property is designated for “Commercial: Retail, Service, Office” uses in the City’s adopted
Comprehensive Plan. The proposed use as a preschool/daycare center is consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan.
2. The proposed building or use will not diminish the value of adjacent and nearby properties.
The proposed Come Grow With Us preschool/daycare center would occupy the space previously
occupied by La Petite Academy. The proposed use is consistent with existing uses on the property
and in the surrounding area. The property is currently vacant and has been vacant since 2008.
There has not been any indication that the previous use diminished the value of adjacent and/or
nearby properties. The proposed development and use is not expected to diminish the value of
adjacent and nearby properties.
3. The proposed use at the specified location will not substantially or unduly increase traffic, traffic
congestion and on-street parking demand in the immediate vicinity of the proposed use and in the
area affected by traffic generated by the proposed use.
The proposed Come Grow With Us preschool/daycare center is expected to increase traffic to the
site and turns to and from Fargo Boulevard to Randall Road. Come Grow With Us will have set times
for parent drop-off and pick-up so the traffic will be staggered and not all of the caregivers will need
to be present. The parking demand and amount of traffic generated by the proposed
preschool/daycare center is not expected to create traffic congestion or unduly increase traffic.
4. The proposed use has been designed to provide for adequate ingress and egress to minimize
potential vehicle conflicts and congestion in public streets.
The proposed development would use the existing access points off of Randall Court. As was the
case for La Petite Academy, Come Grow With Us customers would use Randall Court to access the
establishment. Because the Fargo Boulevard and Randall Court intersection has a 3-way stop, traffic
will move in an efficient manner. The preschool/daycare will have 24 parking spaces and 15
employees, leaving a minimum of 9 spaces free for parents during drop off/pick up times. The
proposed use has been designed to provide adequate ingress and egress to minimize potential
vehicle conflicts and congestion in public streets.
5. The proposed building or use will not adversely affect or change the character of the area in which it
is located.
The property is located on the west side of Randall Road which is a major arterial road servicing
Geneva and the Fox River Valley. The building has remained largely unchanged because it has been
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Special Use - Preschool/Daycare Center
Page 5 of 6
vacant for seven years. The applicant is not proposing to change the exterior of the building except
for signage, replacing and enhancing the landscaping and maintaining the building and play
equipment. Most of the interior of the building will be substantially remodeled. This proposed use
is consistent with other commercial uses along Randall Road. The proposed redevelopment would
not adversely affect or change the character of the area.
6. The proposed use at the specified location will not adversely affect the use and development of
adjacent and nearby properties in accordance with the regulations of the district in which they are
located. The location, size and height of proposed buildings and other structures, and the operation
of the use will not adversely affect the use and development or hinder the appropriate development
of adjacent and nearby properties.
The proposed preschool/daycare center would not adversely affect the use and development of
adjacent and nearby properties. Come Grow With Us will offer preschool and daycare for employers
in Geneva and the surrounding area. The property is conveniently located near Randall Road and the
Northwest Medicine Hospital. The daycare will operate Monday through Friday from 6:00 am to
6:00 pm. and there will be very limited night time use, primarily for graduations. Therefore, the
proposed use will not adversely affect the use and development of adjacent and nearby properties.
7. Adequate utility, drainage, parking and other necessary facilities to service the proposed use will be
provided and that such utility, drainage, parking and other necessary facilities will not adversely
affect the use, development and value of adjacent and nearby properties.
The applicant is not making any changes to the parking lot or existing drainage pattern. Adequate
utility, drainage, parking and other necessary facilities to service the proposed use are available and
the use will not affect the use, development and value of adjacent and nearby properties.
8. The proposed building, other structures and use comply with any and all regulations, conditions or
requirements of the city applicable to such building, structure or use.
The applicant is planning few changes to the existing site other than landscaping and site signage.
The project will be required to comply with all of the applicable regulations, conditions, and
requirements of the City prior to building permit issuance by the City.
9. That the exterior architectural appeal and function of any proposed structure will not be so at
variance with either the exterior architectural appeal and functional plan of the structures already
constructed or in the course of construction in the immediate neighborhood or the character of the
applicable district to cause a substantial depreciation in property values in the neighborhood.
The exterior architecture of the building and site will remain largely unchanged. The applicant is
proposing to redo the landscaping that is overgrown and provide routine maintenance on the
building. The only other exterior change will be the replacement of the existing ground sign. The
architectural appeal and function of the proposed development will not be at variance with the
exterior architectural appeal and functional plan of the structures in the immediate neighborhood
and will not cause a depreciation in property values in the neighborhood.
Agenda Item 4A – Come Grow With Us
Special Use - Preschool/Daycare Center
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Outstanding Issues for Consideration
Should the Plan Commission recommended approval of the applicant’s request, staff recommends the
following issues be considered as conditions of the approval:
1. The number of employees on-site shall not exceed 15 employees and the number of children
enrolled in the preschool and daycare shall not exceed 130.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff will provide a recommendation at the conclusion of the public hearing.
REVIEW/APPROVAL PROCESS: NEXT STEPS*
1. July 27, 2015 – Committee of the Whole review and recommendation to City Council
2. August 3, 2015 – City Council consideration of request
*This timeline is provided for informational purposes only, exact dates are subject to change.
ATTACHMENTS
Project Narrative
Site Plan
Landscape Plan
Photometric Report
Building Photos & Signage
Ordinance No. 90-63
This is a request for Special Use Permit for Come Grow With Us Preschool with City of
Geneva.
The applicant seeks approval for one story childcare center. The design calls for 7500 sq. feet
childcare center with adjacent playground.
The site for the Special Use Permit is located at 2423 Fargo Road with drive access on Randall
Court.
The applicant, Come Grow With Us Pre School & Childcare submits the following information
as evidence that it meets the standards for Special Use Permit.
Standard 1: The proposed use at the specified location is consistent with the comprehensive
plan.
The existing building was previously occupied by La Petite Childcare center. The site plan is
consistent with the previous use.
Standard 2: The proposed building or use will not diminish the value of adjacent and
nearby properties.
Even before its opening, Come Grow With Us Preschool will start having positive fiscal impact
on the community. The piece of property which has been vacant for years will now be developed
into a beautiful commercial building increasing the value of properties in surrounding
neighborhood.
Standard 3: The proposed use at the specified location will not substantially or unduly
increase traffic, traffic congestion and on-street parking demand in the immediate vicinity
of the proposed use and in the area affected by traffic generated by the proposed use.
There are two driveway entrances to the building which will make entering and exiting easy. The
building will meet or exceed the parking demand.
Standard 4: The proposed use has been designed to provide for adequate ingress and
egress to minimize potential vehicle conflicts and congestion in public streets.
The project is located in a cul-de-sac with two entrances to the driveways which will make
entering and exiting easy.
Standard 5: The proposed building or use will not adversely affect or change the character
of the area in which it is located.
No changes are being made to the existing structure of the building as such there will be no
change to the character of the area.
Standard 6: The proposed use at the specified location will not adversely affect the use and
development of adjacent and nearby properties in accordance with the regulations of the
district in which they are located. The location, size and height of proposed buildings and
other structures, and the operation of the use will not adversely affect the use and
development or hinder the appropriate development of adjacent and nearby properties.
No changes are being made to the existing structure of the building as such there will be no
adverse effect to the use and development of adjacent and nearby properties.
Standard 7: Adequate utility, drainage, parking and other necessary facilities to service the
proposed use will be provided and that such utility, drainage, parking and other necessary
facilities will not adversely affect the use, development and value of adjacent and nearby
properties.
All utilities are currently on or adjacent to the property. The project has plans which will meet
the requirements set forth by the City of Geneva. The electricity will be provided by Comed.
Standard 8: The proposed building, other structures and use comply with any and all
regulations, conditions or requirements of the city applicable to such building, structure or
use.
The project will meet or exceed any and all regulations, conditions or requirements of the city.
Standard 9: That the exterior architectural appeal and function of any proposed structure
will not be so at variance with either the exterior architectural appeal and functional plan
of the structures already constructed or in the course of construction in the immediate
neighborhood or the character of the applicable district to cause a substantial depreciation
in property values in the neighborhood.
No changes are being made to the existing structure of the building as such the exterior
architectural appeal will not be at variance. Also, since the building was previously occupied as a
childcare center the function will also remain the same.
Bode Preschool and Childcare Center
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
946 Bode Road
Schaumburg, IL 60194
(847) 885-1256
Dear Mr. Evans,
Thank you for reviewing our request for Special Use for the childcare center. Below are the
responses to the review comments:
1. a. What proposed changes will be made to the building and site, i.e. signage, landscaping,
play area, etc.
No changes will be made to the existing building and site. The play area is already fenced in and
all the play equipment needed already exists.
b. Previous use of the building and how long the building has been vacant.
The building was previously used as a childcare center and was occupied La Petite Childcare
center. The building has been vacant since 2008.
c. Description of preschool/childcare i.e. number of children and care takers, hours and
days of operation, and will there be any night time use?
The preschool/childcare center will operate Monday through Friday from 6:00 am till 6:00 pm.
The center will approximately have 130 children and 15 staff members. There will be no night
time use.
2. Please designate and label on the site plan the location of the proposed ground sign. If
the sign is lit, please include any proposed lighting for the sign.
The location of the proposed ground sign is marked on the attached site plan. The sign is not lit.
3. Please include the address on the ground sign per Section 11-12-6A(6)
The address has been added to the proposed ground sign.
4. If a wall sign is desired, please submit details of that signage or it may be applied later as
a part of the building permit.
Currently no wall sign will be displayed.
5. The lighting plan by RAB Lighting is close to what the City is seeking, as it shows the site
plan and the illumination levels. However, according to the submitted topographical
survey, staff is unable to confirm the illumination levels along east side of the property as
there is no illumination level provided at the lot line.
RAB Lighting is working to show the illumination levels along the east side of the property as
required.
Once again, thank you for cooperation and help.
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CITY OF GENEVA PLAN COMMISSION
AGENDA ITEM 5A CONCEPT REVIEW
JULY 9, 2015
Cooper Woods Subdivision
South Street, West of Geneva Golf Club
Applicant
George Havlicek
Location
North side of South Street,
immediately west of Geneva
Golf Club
Request
Conceptual review of a
proposal to develop a 21-lot
detached single-family
residential subdivision. The
proposal would require a
Zoning Map Amendment from
the R1 Low Density Single-
Family Residential District and
OR Office Research District to
the R2 Medium Density Single-
Family Residential District and
Plat of Subdivision approval.
Recommendation
Figure 1. Location Map. Prepared by Geneva Planning Division, May 2015.
Staff has no recommendation
at this time. This conceptual BACKGROUND/PROPERTY INFORMATION
review provides the Plan As shown in Figure 1, the subject property is located on the north
Commission with an
side of South Street immediately west of the Geneva Golf Club. The
opportunity to ask questions,
applicant and contract purchaser, George Havlicek, is proposing to
provide informal review
develop a 21-lot detached single-family subdivision on this 8.89 acre
comments, and convey any
assemblage. About 8.5 acres are currently owned by Stephen & Gail
concerns they may have.
Cooper and Richard Cooper. Another half-acre parcel in the
Staff Liaison northeast corner of the property is being purchased from Kevin &
Lisa Milord. The property is currently improved with 4 detached
Paul Evans single-family homes, of which only the 1403 South Street dwelling in
City Planner the center of the property would remain.
Phone: (630) 845-9654
Email: pevans@geneva.il.us
Cooper Subdivision
Page 2 of 5 Agenda Item 5A
The property is currently zoned R1 Low Density Single-Family Residential District and OR Office Research
District and is designated for “Single-Family Residential” use in the City of Geneva’s adopted
Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Havlicek is contemplating a request to rezone the property to the R2 Medium
Density Single-Family Residential District. Three lots in the northwest corner of the property would
front on to Rosenfelder Court and the remaining eighteen lots would front on the new horseshoe-
shaped Cooper Lane. There are four detention areas planned with the largest detention area in the
northwest portion of the site, which also acts as a buffer between the lots facing Rosenfelder Court and
the lots facing Cooper Lane. Mr. Havlicek has indicated that he would like to preserve as many of the
trees as possible on the property. Please see Table 1 and Figures 2 and 3 for surrounding property
information including existing zoning, existing land uses, and future land use designations.
Table 1. Surrounding Property Information. Prepared by Geneva Planning Division, July, 2015.
LOCATION ZONING DISTRICT LAND USE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
SUBJECT R1 Low Density Single-Family Single family estates Single Family Residential
PROPERTY Residential District/Office
Research
NORTH R-1 Low Density Single-Family Pankows/Marion Single- Single-Family Residential
Residential District Family Subdivision
SOUTH I1 Light Industrial Burgess Norton Development Opportunity
Site
EAST RR Rural Residential Geneva Golf Club Single Family Residential
WEST R-1 Low Density Single-Family Pankows Single-Family Single-Family Residential
Residential District Subdivision
REQUESTS
At this time the applicant, Mr. Havlicek, is requesting conceptual review of a proposal to redevelop the
property into a 21-lot single family subdivision and rezone the property to the R2 Medium Density
Single-Family Residential District with minimum 10,000 square foot lots. All 21 of the proposed lots
would meet or exceed the standards for the R2 District. Please see the attached conceptual subdivision
plan for more information. The proposal would require the following:
1) Preliminary and Final Plat of Subdivision Approval
2) Zoning Map Amendment
ANALYSIS
Existing Uses/Surrounding Uses
The existing use of the subject property is for several large lot single-family residences for the Cooper
family. A Montessori School was approved as a Special Use for the site back in 1980 but never
constructed. The Office Research zoning was also approved but a building was never constructed. The
Cooper Subdivision
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property is surrounded by the Geneva Golf Club to the east which was built in 1926 and single-family
residences to the west and north. To the south is the Burgess Norton factory. Other than the subject
property most of the surrounding property is already developed as single-family residences.
Figure 2. Zoning Map of the Subject Property and Surrounding Area. Prepared by Geneva Planning Division, July 2015.
Zoning
The property is currently zoned R1 Low Density Single-Family Residential and OR Office Research
District. The surrounding single-family residences to the north and west are also zoned R1 District. To
the east the Geneva Golf Club is zoned RR Rural Residential. To the south, Burgess Norton is zoned I1
Light Industrial District. The R1 District has a minimum lot size of 13,000 square feet. The contemplated
R2 District has a minimum lot size of 10,000 square feet. The single-family homes to the west and north
are part of Meade Marion Subdivision approved in 1954 and J. Pankow Subdivision approved in 1979.
Both subdivisions have minimum lot sizes of about 15,000 square feet.
Comprehensive Plan
The 2003 Comprehensive Plan designation for the subject property is Single-Family Residential. The
Geneva Golf Club to the east is designated as Parks/Recreation. To the north and east the
Comprehensive Plan designates the properties to remain single-family uses. Also to the west, along
South Street is a row of lots designated for Commercial: Retail, Service and Office uses. The Burgess
Norton factory is designated as a Development Opportunity Site 1 which is designated as a possible
Cooper Subdivision
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senior housing site. Other appropriate uses would be for parks or recreational uses or a community
facility. South Street is local arterial route that has about 4100 trips per day.
Figure 3. Future Land Use Designation of the Subject Property and Surrounding Area, based on the 2003 City of Geneva
Comprehensive Plan. Prepared by Geneva Planning Division, July 2015.
Summary of Changes Since May 28, 2015 Meeting
At the May 28, 2015 meeting, the applicant was proposing a 25-lot subdivision with 5 varying sizes
of detention ponds. Now the proposal is for a 21-Lot subdivision with four detention areas. After
talking to a few of the adjacent neighbors (see attached letters), the number of lots on Rosenfelder
Court have been reduced from four to three. Even though the Rosenfelder Court lots would meet
the lot size requirements of the R1 zoning, Lot #3 is slightly under the 100 foot lot frontage
requirement for R1 zoning.
Mr. Havlicek also spoke with a property owner in the Marion Court Subdivision who was concerned
with the loss of large pine trees, the home sizes and the potential increase of stormwater runoff.
The homeowner seems satisfied with the proposed plan and the reputation of the applicant for
developing in the Geneva area. The property owner and applicant agree that the removal of mature
trees should be kept to a minimum. Part of the reason for a reduction in the overall number of lots,
was the proposed subdivision area was reduced as the Cooper property around a proposed central
detention area is no longer available.
Cooper Subdivision
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Questions for Consideration
1. Is the R2 Medium Density Single-Family Residential District appropriate for this property given
its location and the zoning of surrounding properties?
2. What consideration should be given to Lot #3 and Lot #4 which will have opposing front and rear
yard?
3. Should a landscape easement be considered for the north property line adjacent to the single
family homes on Marion Court?
RECOMMENDATION
Staff has no recommendation at this time. The Plan Commission is not expected to formulate a
recommendation on the proposed redevelopment at this time. This conceptual review provides the
Plan Commission with an opportunity to ask questions, provide informal review comments, and convey
any concerns they may have.
ATTACHMENTS
Subdivision Plans
Neighbor Letters
1121 Cheshire Avenue
Naperville, Illinois 60540
630-202-8261 fax 630-355-5927
SITE AREA +/- 388,000 SQ FT (8.90 ACRES)
DETENTION AREAS AND EASEMENTS +/- 68,375 SQ FT (1.57 ACRES)
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75.34'
LOT 1
75.00' 109.62'
10148 SF
PROPERTY LINES WITH DIMENSIONS
89 USING DIMENSIONS FROM PRELIM PLAT
SITE PLAN BASED ON PREVIOUS PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING PLAT
135.00' .5
5° 275.43'
355.73'
300.34'
75.00' 75.00'
LOT 2 55.72' 75.00' 75.00' 75.00' 75.00' 89
10125 SF .5
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LOT 25 LOT 24 LOT 23 LOT 22
140.63' 120.00'
135.00' OUTLOT
10241 SF 10125 SF 10125 SF 10202 SF
142.02'
LOT 3 DETENTION
75.00' 75.00' 135.00' 135.00' 135.00' 140.32'
10125 SF 31837 SF 60.00
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24.87' 31.15' 90 EASEMENT
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135.00' 75.00' 75.00' 225.42'
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LOT 4 18 .50 L= 18 LOT 21
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R.O.W. 1'
642.61'
135.00' 39 184.55'
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LOT 10 150.0
75.00'
LOT 6 20.00
75.00' 388.37
11503 SF
17.22' 18.98' 24.78'
10253 SF LOT 19
23.16' 107.28' 75.00' 75.00' 75.00' 107.66' 10242 SF
111.88' 213.65' 114.41'
135.00' DETENTION AREA 135.00'
75.00'
135.00'
75.00' 75.00' 90.00' 75.00'
12,800 SF LOT 18
90.00'
LOT 9
88.00' 88.00'
LOT 7 LOT 15 10125 SF
40.00
10125 SF 10058 SF 10068 SF 20.00
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135.00' 135.00'
180.58'
114.41'
117.43'
111.63' 135.00'
92.19' 88.37'
66' 66'
112.71' 101.54' 187.95'
DETENTION
97.65'
LOT 16 LOT 17 DETENTION
93.08'
R.O.W. R.O.W.
88.19'
15536 SF LOT 8 10319 SF 12248 SF EASEMENT
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SOUTH STREET
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