Zoning Board of Appeals
Regular MeetingHighland Park, IL · April 16, 2026
Minutes
1 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
2 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS COMMISSION
3 OF THE CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS
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5
6 MEETING DATE: Thursday, April 16, 2026
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8 MEETING LOCATION: Council Chambers, City Hall, 1707 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park, IL
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10 CALL TO ORDER
11 At 7:30 p.m., Chairperson Yablon called the meeting to order. This Commission meeting takes place on-site.
12 Staff was asked to call the roll.
13
14 ROLL CALL
15 Commissioners Present: Chairperson Yablon; Commissioners Aronoff, Chase, Harmelech, Treshansky,
16 Weisberg, & Zaransky
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18 Councilmember Absent: Center
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20 Student Council Present: Zoe Heller
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22 Staff declared that a quorum was present.
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24 Guests Present: John Birazzi/Petitioner
25 Jeff Tondola, Co-Owner/CNM Development
26 Anam Hargey/Petitioner
27 Cal Bernstein, Attorney/Samuels & Bernstein
28 Scott Byron, Chief Executive Officer/Scott Byron & Co., Inc.
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30 Staff Present: Hoffmann
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32 Others Present: Gale Cerabona, Recorder
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34 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
35 Regular Meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals – March 19, 2026
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37 Commissioner Chase moved to approve the March 19, 2026, regular meeting minutes as drafted.
38 Commissioner Zaransky seconded the motion.
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40 On a roll call vote
41 Voting Yea Chairperson Yablon; Commissioners Aronoff, Chase, Harmelech, Treshansky,
42 Weisberg, & Zaransky
43 Voting Nay: None
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45 Chairperson Yablon declared that the motion passed unanimously.
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47 BUSINESS FROM THE PUBLIC
48 There was no Business from the Public.
Zoning Board of Appeal Minutes
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2 OLD BUSINESS
3 There was no Old Business.
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5 NEW BUSINESS
6 1. #VAR-2026-00064
7 Property: 3504 Dato Avenue Appellant: John Birazzi
8 Zoning District: R5 Address: 3504 Dato Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035
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10 The petitioner and owner, John Birazzi, 3504 Dato Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035 requests by authority of
11 Section 150.1204(A)(1), of the Highland Park Zoning Code, a variation of provision Section 150.703, to
12 encroach into the front yard requirement for an addition.
13
14 Planner Hoffmann reviewed the proposal:
15 • Project Background
16 o R5
17 o built in 1955
18 • Site Location (corner property, 2 frontages)
19 • Aerial view was shown
20 • Plat of Survey
21 o existing home is nonconforming
22 • Property Photos were displayed
23 • Proposed Work
24 • Other Comments
25 o tree removals will be reviewed by Forestry
26 • Review
27
28 Commissioner Chase asked how this was built. Planner Hoffmann said there were different standards in
29 1955.
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31 Chairperson Yablon swore in Petitioner, John Birazzi, who stated they wish to downsize to a 1-level home. It
32 has a 1-car garage. The mud room and laundry room will take up the addition. The current home is being
33 renovating, improved, and enhanced. They wish to maintain the rectangular shape of the house; continuity.
34 The goal is to extend the home. He spoke to Forestry Staff, and it was agreed 2 trees that are being removed
35 are not Heritage trees and are on the neighbor’s property. The home was previously used for an AirBnB and
36 had violations. They plan to live and retire in this home.
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38 Two neighbors were happy to hear about the improvement about the residences.
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40 Chairperson Yablon asked if Mr. Birazzi could speak to the standards. He did so (adding a garage meets
41 standards for home buyers, is an improvement; marketable). Everything will be resided and reroofed. The
42 hardship is there’s no 2-car garage and a place for storage. They would like 1-story living; more usable. The
43 shape will be maintained. If he pushed the house back, the laundry room would be lost. The addition won’t
44 harm anything; well below FAR and height requirements. This will not alter the character of the
45 neighborhood; will maintain harmony.
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47 Chairperson Yablon asked if anyone in the audience wishes to speak on this matter. There was no one.
Zoning Board of Appeal Minutes
April 16, 2026 - Page 2
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2 Some ZBA comments are…..
3 • Commissioner Harmelech said the standards have been met; not infringing on side yards; makes
4 sense.
5 • Commissioner Weisberg concurred and is in favor.
6 • Commissioner Zaransky concurred, and said it’s a good plan.
7 • Commissioner Treshansky said the standards have been met; is in favor.
8 • Chairperson Yablon concurred.
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10 Commissioner Chase moved to approve the variance as drafted. Commissioner Weisberg seconded the
11 motion.
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13 On a roll call vote
14 Voting Yea Chairperson Yablon; Commissioners Aronoff, Chase, Harmelech, Treshansky,
15 Weisberg, & Zaransky
16 Voting Nay: None
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18 Chairperson Yablon declared that the motion passed unanimously.
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20 2. #VAR-2026-00065
21 Property: 353 N. Deere Park Dr. E Appellant: Peter Rose
22 Zoning District: R4/LFOZ Address: 353 N. Deere Park Dr. E, Highland Park, IL 60035
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24 The petitioner, Jeff Tondola, on behalf of the owner, Peter Rose, 353 N. Deere Park Dr. E, Highland Park, IL
25 60035 requests by authority of Section 150.1204(A)(14) of the Highland Park Zoning Code, a variation of
26 provision Section 150.707(B)(1), to encroach into the required 40’ Subdivision Building Line measured from
27 the frontage along Deere Park Dr. E in order to install a fence.
28
29 Planner Hoffmann reviewed the proposal:
30 • Project Background
31 • Site Location
32 • Aerial view was shown
33 • Plat of Survey (40’ Subdivision Building Line)
34 • Property Photos were displayed
35 • Proposed Work
36 o 4’ metal iron fence will be attached to the chain-link fence going toward the street
37 • Other Comments (there were none)
38 • Review
39
40 Some ZBA questions for Staff are…..
41 • Commissioner Aronoff said the current fence is not coming down. Planner Hoffmann said it is
42 remaining.
43 • Commissioner Zaransky asked if the proposed fence goes into the public way. Planner Hoffmann
44 said no, it will be 5’ from the property line.
45 • Commissioner Chase asked, and Planner Hoffmann said the existing fence is nonconforming.
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Zoning Board of Appeal Minutes
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1 Chairperson Yablon swore in Petitioner, Jeff Tondola, who stated the new fence will be decorative to match
2 the other fence on the property. There are things built on the property that aren’t the owner’s.
3
4 Some ZBA & other comments are…..
5 • Chairperson Yablon asked, and Mr. Tondola said it doesn’t block access; runs parallel to the property
6 line. Planner Hoffmann noted this is not a fence-height variation.
7 • Student Rep Heller asked what the hardship is. Mr. Tondola said it is for aesthetics.
8 • Commissioner Zaransky said if it weren’t for the building line, it would be permanent. Planner
9 Hoffmann said that’s correct.
10 • Commissioner Treshansky asked, and Planner Hoffmann said the ZBA has seen these cases before.
11 • Commissioner Chase identified a violation. Planner Hoffmann concurred.
12 • Chairperson Yablon asked about the standards. Mr. Tondola addressed the standards (no one will
13 make money from this, it is being kept out of the easement, the rest of the fence is in the easement,
14 it doesn’t change the topography, drainage, etc.; this wasn’t created by anyone, it’s not detrimental
15 to the public, it is mostly open so it offers air and light; no obstructions, won’t alter the character of
16 the neighborhood; is in harmony). The fence has been there for a long time.
17 • Commissioner Weisberg:
18 o asked about another fence. Mr. Tondola identified same.
19 o asked, and Mr. Tondola said it completes the landscape.
20 o said the hardship is the existing fence. He asked how this makes it more aesthetic.
21 o asked if there is an open slot. Mr. Tondola said yes, it’s an open area.
22 • Commissioner Chase asked if the easement is on this parcel. Planner Hoffmann concurred. He said it
23 is not blocking the easement.
24 • Chairperson Yablon read the letter pertaining to the hardship. Mr. Tondola said this is not meant to
25 have screening.
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27 Chairperson Yablon asked if anyone in the audience wishes to speak on this matter. The following came
28 forward:
29 • Char Goodman said they have 2 concerns. People don’t use the easement to the beach. There is no
30 other property where fences go to the street. Cement may disturb cable lines.
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32 More ZBA comments are…..
33 • Commissioner Zaransky asked:
34 o about the easement. Ms. Goodman said it’s on the Applicant’s property. It offered beach
35 access but not anymore. She said it’s an old easement; old pathway.
36 o if it would impact anyone. Ms. Goodman doesn’t think so.
37 • Commissioner Weisberg asked why Ms. Goodman doesn’t want this. She said they don’t have a
38 fence; will look different.
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40 Planner Hoffmann said the proposed fence will not be in the City right-of-way.
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42 • Commissioner Aronoff:
43 o asked if this fence will match the other. Planner Hoffmann illustrated same (which is on the
44 property line).
45 o said it’s a book end. Planner Hoffmann said it could be stated that way.
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47 Chairperson Yablon asked if there were further audience comments. There were none.
Zoning Board of Appeal Minutes
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2 Final ZBA comments are…..
3 • Commissioner Aronoff doesn’t see a hardship. The fence will match. He is uncertain.
4 • Commissioner Treshansky sees, via the letter, why it’s necessary. Based on neighbor’s input, he is
5 not in favor.
6 • Commissioner Chase said she doesn’t see a hardship or a need; though, understands making a
7 barrier; is concerned about objecting neighbors.
8 • Commissioner Zaransky said the hardship is the restrictive building line. The intent of the ordinance
9 wasn’t to prevent a fence. He doesn’t understand the need; purpose. The photos aren’t great.
10 Commissioner Zaransky believes he will support it. The owner is restricted by the building line. Most
11 would erect it. He commends the Petitioner for doing this the right way. No lines would be dug up.
12 • Commissioner Chase asked if the Plat has exceptions for fences. Planner Hoffmann said the City
13 upholds the restrictions.
14 • Commissioner Weisberg said it’s a small ask. A strong enough case hasn’t been made. He would like
15 to see contextual photos; not enough information.
16 • Commissioner Harmelech said the Petitioner didn’t do the best job explaining. The neighbor is more
17 prepared. The Petitioner said he doesn’t believe there’s much more to add.
18 • Commissioner Zaransky would like to know where the fence is to the street.
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20 The Petitioner has a concern about the utilities, so he would like to continue this.
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22 Commissioner Chase moved to continue this to the May 7, 2026, ZBA meeting. Commissioner Treshansky
23 seconded the motion.
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25 On a voice vote
26 Voting Yea Chairperson Yablon; Commissioners Aronoff, Chase, Harmelech, Treshansky,
27 Weisberg, & Zaransky
28 Voting Nay: None
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30 Chairperson Yablon declared that the motion passed unanimously.
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32 3. #VAR-2026-00066
33 Property: 1726 Park Ave W Appellant: Anam Hargey
34 Zoning District: R3 Address: 1726 Park Ave W, Highland Park, IL 60035
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36 The petitioner and owner, Anam Hargey, 1726 Park Ave W, Highland Park, IL 60035 requests by authority of
37 Section 150.1204(A)(12) of the Highland Park Zoning Code, a variation of provision Section 150.712, to
38 exceed the allowable 36’ of exterior wall openings for vehicular entry.
39
40 Planner Hoffmann reviewed the proposal:
41 • Project Background
42 o R3
43 o a new home is slated
44 • Site Location
45 o existing home was demolished
46 • Property Photos were displayed
47 o garage door openings
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1 • Elevations
2 • Other Comments (there were none)
3 • Review
4
5 Some ZBA comments for Staff are…..
6 • Chairperson Yablon said tandem garages wouldn’t be an issue. Planner Hoffmann concurred. The
7 rule is 36’ for openings.
8 • Commissioner Chase said it doesn’t matter if the garage is attached or detached. The limit stays the
9 same. Planner Hoffmann concurred.
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11 Chairperson Yablon swore in Petitioner, Ms. Hargey, who offered a presentation:
12 • Variance Request (garages can’t be seen)
13 • Home is on a busy street
14 • Hardship
15 o there are 3 drivers with new ones approaching
16 o don’t want parents to walk outside
17 • Other homes have 5-6 car garages (photos were shown)
18 • Summary
19 o no adverse impact on the neighborhood
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21 Chairperson Yablon asked if anyone in the audience wishes to speak. There was no one.
22
23 Some ZBA & other comments are…..
24 • Chairperson Yablon said, if approved, the garage could be built in any way. Planner Hoffmann said it
25 will match closely with the approval order; a slight change would be okay.
26 • Commissioner Chase:
27 o said, regarding the standards due to new construction, these garages will allow for future
28 use. There is no comment from the public. She appreciates the presentation.
29 o asked where the contextual homes are. Ms. Hargey said within 1 mile.
30 o asked why the code limits the size of garages. Planner Hoffmann said, per the code, the
31 houses are old, and this is legal nonconforming.
32 • Commissioner Zaransky asked if the approval could be conditioned on landscaping. Ms. Hargey said
33 yes, even without trees, the garage doors face each other.
34 • Commissioner Treshansky said they aren’t attached. Ms. Hargey said they are attached. Planner
35 Hoffmann illustrated same.
36 • Commissioner Zaransky said he would approve this. The standards have been met. He would like to
37 have landscaping as shown.
38 • Commissioner Treshansky said it’s a very detailed plan. The garages don’t face the street. Hardships
39 were addressed. He is inclined to approve this.
40 • Commissioner Weisberg said the standards are not perfectly suited for this situation. The intent is to
41 prevent viewing garages. He would like shrubbery included.
42 • Commissioner Chase said, if not approved, the garages could still be there but smaller. Chairperson
43 Yablon explained there would be a smaller opening in which to enter.
44 • Student Rep Heller said, if garages are smaller, they still could be seen. Everyone agreed.
45 • Commissioner Aronoff said the Applicant did a good job. The hardship is the ordinance.
46 • Commissioner Harmelech said the standards have been met; good presentation.
47 • Student Rep Heller believes it was a good presentation; standards are met.
Zoning Board of Appeal Minutes
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1 • Chairperson Yablon said the standards have been met. She would like to have screening as a
2 Condition. Planner Hoffmann said this could be added.
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4 Commissioner Chase moved to approve the variance as drafted with vegetative screening blocking views
5 from the street per the proposed plans. Commissioner Aronoff seconded the motion.
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7 On a roll call vote
8 Voting Yea Chairperson Yablon; Commissioners Aronoff, Chase, Harmelech, Treshansky,
9 Weisberg, & Zaransky
10 Voting Nay: None
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12 Chairperson Yablon declared that the motion passed unanimously.
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14 4. #VAR-2026-00062
15 Property: 1425 Waverly Road Appellant: Cari B. Sacks
16 Zoning District: R4/LFOZ Address: 1425 Waverly Road, Highland Park, IL 60035
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18 The petitioner, Cal Bernstein, on behalf of the owner, Cari B. Sacks, as Trustee of the Cari B. Sacks Revocable
19 Trust, 1425 Waverly Road, Highland Park, IL 60035 request by authority of Section 173.030 of the Highland
20 Park Zoning Code, variations of provisions of Section 173.010(C), to exceed the maximum allowable 4’ fence-
21 height requirement with the required front yard.
22
23 Planner Hoffmann reviewed the proposal:
24 • Project Background
25 o R6
26 o built in 1930
27 • Site Location
28 • Aerial views were shown
29 • Plat of Survey
30 o fence and gate to be added across incumbent driveway
31 • Proposed Work
32 • Elevations
33 • Other Comments
34 o Police & Fire would need access
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36 Commissioner Weisberg said this is only regarding height. Planner Hoffmann said yes, 4’ is only allowed; the
37 request is 6.5’.
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39 Chairperson Yablon swore in Petitioner, Cal Bernstein, Attorney, & Scott Byron, CEO. Mr. Bernstein said it is
40 a large secluded property that borders the beach and ravine. The property in the rear is owned by someone
41 else who is in favor. The Applicant has obtained advice to add a gate and fence. They would be set back from
42 the street, and a vehicle could turn around. Two additional neighbors are in support.
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44 Mr. Byron said the arborvitae hedge will extend. The Maple tree remains. The gate or fences won’t be seen.
45 Columns would be visible. The gate is set nearly 30’ off of the road and will be a classic, simple, and elegant
46 design; blend in with the street. Planner Hoffmann illustrated same.
47
Zoning Board of Appeal Minutes
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1 Mr. Bernstein said it’s at the back end of Waverly Road. It is suitable and compatible. The 4’ is not adequate.
2 Another 25’ is for the protection and safety for the owner. This will not be detrimental, will have no impact
3 on this area; will not cause depreciation on lakefront property.
4
5 Some ZBA comments are…..
6 • Chairperson Yablon asked:
7 o why not a fence with landscaping? Mr. Bernstein said a 6’ fence deters people per advice
8 given for safety.
9 o why is a 6’ fence more safe than a 4’ fence. Mr. Bernstein said there have been threats on
10 this owner. Security consultants advised this, as a 6’ fence deters people.
11 • Commissioner Chase:
12 o asked if this fence surrounds the property. Mr. Bernstein said no, just along the street – not
13 the ravine; links up to the pool fence. Mr. Byron said, visually from the neighborhood, it
14 can’t be seen; is a deterrent. Mr. Bernstein said it is set back 30’, so it can’t be seen. Mr.
15 Byron said 1 gate is more simple than 2.
16 o said the pool fence is 4’. Mr. Bernstein concurred and said the gate is 6’; a less-obtrusive
17 plan.
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19 Chairperson Yablon asked if anyone in the audience wishes to speak on this matter. There was no one.
20
21 More ZBA comments are…..
22 • Commissioner Treshansky said it’s a no-brainer; standards have been met. He is in favor.
23 • Commissioner Harmelech is in favor.
24 • Commissioner Chase asked if there are other gates. Mr. Bernstein is unsure.
25 • Commissioner Zaransky said the standards have been met. The purpose of the ZBA is to approve a
26 good plan. He is in favor.
27 • Commissioner Aronoff concurred.
28 • Commissioner Weisberg concurred.
29 • Commissioner Chase said the standards have been met. The pillars and gate will match the
30 architecture; blends in. It was stated the plan includes vegetation.
31 • Chairperson Yablon agrees the standards have been met.
32
33 Commissioner Zaransky moved to approve the order as drafted. Commissioner Treshansky seconded the
34 motion.
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36 On a roll call vote
37 Voting Yea Chairperson Yablon; Commissioners Aronoff, Chase, Harmelech, Treshansky,
38 Weisberg, & Zaransky
39 Voting Nay: None
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41 Chairperson Yablon declared that the motion passed unanimously.
42
43 STAFF REPORT
44 There is no Staff Report.
45
46 MISCELLANEOUS
47 There are no Miscellaneous items.
Zoning Board of Appeal Minutes
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2 ADJOURNMENT
3 Commissioner Chase moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:16 p.m. Commissioner Treshansky seconded the
4 motion.
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6 On a voice vote
7 Voting Yea Chairperson Yablon; Commissioners Aronoff, Chase, Harmelech, Treshansky,
8 Weisberg, & Zaransky
9 Voting Nay: None
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11 Chairperson Yablon declared that the motion passed unanimously.
12
13 Respectfully Submitted,
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15
16 Gale Cerabona
17 Recorder
18
19 MINUTES OF MARCH 19, 2026, WERE APPROVED WITHOUT CORRECTIONS.
Zoning Board of Appeal Minutes
April 16, 2026 - Page 9
Agenda
PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the Statutes of the State of Illinois and the Ordinances of the City of Highland Park, the
next regular meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of Highland Park is scheduled to be held at
the hour of 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois,
during which meeting it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items.
The City, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that persons with disabilities who
require certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or participate in this hearing, or who have
questions about the accessibility of the meeting facilities, contact the City’s ADA coordinator Emily Taub at
etaub@cityhpil.com or 847.926.1005.
The City encourages individuals to sign-up for its eNews for important information from the City and its
government partners. The City updates its web site daily and also posts on social media daily. To sign-up for
the eNews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
At the meeting, it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items:
CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
Public Hearing
Thursday, 04/16/2026 - 7:30 P.M.
Council Chambers
City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois
AGENDA
1) Call to Order
2) Approval of Minutes
a) 03/19/2026 Zoning Board of Appeals Draft Minutes
3) Business from the Public
4) Old Business
5) New Business
a) #VAR-2026-00064 Appellant: John Birazzi
Property: 3504 Dato Ave Address: 3504 Dato Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035
Zoning District: R5
The petitioner and owner, John Birazzi, 3504 Dato Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035, request by authority of
Section 150.1204(A)(1) of the Highland Park Zoning Code, a variation of provision Section 150.703, to
encroach into the front yard requirement for an addition.
b) #VAR-2026-00065 Appellant: Peter Rose
Property: 353 N Deere Park Dr E Address: 353 N Deere Park Dr E, Highland Park, IL 60035
Zoning District: R4 | LFOZ
The petitioner Jeff Tondola on behalf of the owner, Peter Rose, 353 N Deere Park Dr E, Highland Park, IL
60035, request by authority of Section 150.1204(A)(14) of the Highland Park Zoning Code, a variation of
provision Section 150.707(B)(1), to encroach into the required 40 feet Subdivision Building Line measured from
the frontage along Deere Park Dr E in order to install a fence.
c) #VAR-2026-00066 Appellant: Anam Hargey
Property: 1726 Park Ave W Address: 1726 Park Ave W, Highland Park, IL 60035
Zoning District: R3
The petitioner and owner, Anam Hargey, 1726 Park Ave W, Highland Park, IL 60035, request by authority of
Section 150.1204(A)(12) of the Highland Park Zoning Code, a variation of provision Section 150.712, to exceed
the allowable 36 feet of exterior wall openings for vehicular entry.
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d) #VAR-2026-00067 Appellant: Cari B. Sacks
Property: 1425 Waverly Rd Address: 1425 Waverly Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035
Zoning District: R4 | LFOZ
The petitioner Calvin Bernstein on behalf of the owner, Cari B. Sacks, as Trustee of the Cari B. Sacks Revocable
Trust, 1425 Waverly Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035, request by authority of Section 173.030, of the Highland
Park Code, variations of provisions of Section 173.010(C), to exceed the maximum allowable four feet fence
height requirement with the required front yard.
6) Staff Report
7) Miscellaneous
8) Adjournment
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Packet
PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the Statutes of the State of Illinois and the Ordinances of the City of Highland Park, the
next regular meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of Highland Park is scheduled to be held at
the hour of 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois,
during which meeting it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items.
The City, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that persons with disabilities who
require certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or participate in this hearing, or who have
questions about the accessibility of the meeting facilities, contact the City’s ADA coordinator Emily Taub at
etaub@cityhpil.com or 847.926.1005.
The City encourages individuals to sign-up for its eNews for important information from the City and its
government partners. The City updates its web site daily and also posts on social media daily. To sign-up for
the eNews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
At the meeting, it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items:
CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
Public Hearing
Thursday, 04/16/2026 - 7:30 P.M.
Council Chambers
City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois
AGENDA
1) Call to Order
2) Approval of Minutes
a) 03/19/2026 Zoning Board of Appeals Draft Minutes
3) Business from the Public
4) Old Business
5) New Business
a) #VAR-2026-00064 Appellant: John Birazzi
Property: 3504 Dato Ave Address: 3504 Dato Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035
Zoning District: R5
The petitioner and owner, John Birazzi, 3504 Dato Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035, request by authority of
Section 150.1204(A)(1) of the Highland Park Zoning Code, a variation of provision Section 150.703, to
encroach into the front yard requirement for an addition.
b) #VAR-2026-00065 Appellant: Peter Rose
Property: 353 N Deere Park Dr E Address: 353 N Deere Park Dr E, Highland Park, IL 60035
Zoning District: R4 | LFOZ
The petitioner Jeff Tondola on behalf of the owner, Peter Rose, 353 N Deere Park Dr E, Highland Park, IL
60035, request by authority of Section 150.1204(A)(14) of the Highland Park Zoning Code, a variation of
provision Section 150.707(B)(1), to encroach into the required 40 feet Subdivision Building Line measured from
the frontage along Deere Park Dr E in order to install a fence.
c) #VAR-2026-00066 Appellant: Anam Hargey
Property: 1726 Park Ave W Address: 1726 Park Ave W, Highland Park, IL 60035
Zoning District: R3
The petitioner and owner, Anam Hargey, 1726 Park Ave W, Highland Park, IL 60035, request by authority of
Section 150.1204(A)(12) of the Highland Park Zoning Code, a variation of provision Section 150.712, to exceed
the allowable 36 feet of exterior wall openings for vehicular entry.
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d) #VAR-2026-00067 Appellant: Cari B. Sacks
Property: 1425 Waverly Rd Address: 1425 Waverly Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035
Zoning District: R4 | LFOZ
The petitioner Calvin Bernstein on behalf of the owner, Cari B. Sacks, as Trustee of the Cari B. Sacks Revocable
Trust, 1425 Waverly Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035, request by authority of Section 173.030, of the Highland
Park Code, variations of provisions of Section 173.010(C), to exceed the maximum allowable four feet fence
height requirement with the required front yard.
6) Staff Report
7) Miscellaneous
8) Adjournment
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1 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
2 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS COMMISSION
3 OF THE CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS
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5
6 MEETING DATE: Thursday, March 19, 2026
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8 MEETING LOCATION: Council Chambers, City Hall, 1707 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park, IL
9
10 CALL TO ORDER
11 At 7:31 p.m., Chairperson Yablon called the meeting to order. This Commission meeting takes place on-site.
12 Staff was asked to call the roll.
13
14 ROLL CALL
15 Commissioners Present: Chairperson Yablon; Commissioners Aronoff, Chase, Weisberg, & Zaransky
16
17 Commissioner Absent: Commissioners Harmelech & Treshansky
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19 Councilmember Absent: Center
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21 Student Council Absent: Zoe Heller
22
23 Staff declared that a quorum was present.
24
25 Guests Present: Bogdan Opanasyuk/Petitioner
26 Neil Fortunato, Owner/Green Building Technologies
27 Katarina Karac, Land Use & Zoning Attorney/Birchwood Law
28 Irwin Melendez/Petitioner
29
30 Staff Present: Hoffmann
31
32 Others Present: Gale Cerabona, Recorder
33
34 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
35 Regular Meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals – February 19, 2026
36
37 Commissioner Chase moved to approve the February 19, 2026, regular meeting minutes as drafted.
38 Commissioner Weisberg seconded the motion.
39
40 On a roll call vote
41 Voting Yea Chairperson Yablon; Commissioners Aronoff, Chase, Weisberg, & Zaransky
42 Voting Nay: None
43
44 Chairperson Yablon declared that the motion passed unanimously. She stated she watched the video of
45 the last meeting.
46
47 Chairperson Yablon asked that the third agenda item under New Business be rearranged, as a continuance
48 was requested.
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1
2 NEW BUSINESS
3 3. #VAR-2026-00064
4 Property: 3504 Dato Avenue Appellant: John Birazzi
5 Zoning District: R5 Address: 3504 Dato Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035
6
7 The petitioner and owner, John Birazzi, 3504 Dato Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035 request by authority of
8 Section 150.1204(A)(1), of the Highland Park Zoning Code, a variation of provision Section 150.703, to
9 encroach into the front yard requirement for an addition.
10
11 Commissioner Zaransky moved to continue this matter to the April 16, 2026, ZBA meeting. Commissioner
12 Chase seconded the motion.
13
14 On a roll call vote
15 Voting Yea Chairperson Yablon; Commissioners Aronoff, Chase, Weisberg, & Zaransky
16 Voting Nay: None
17
18 Chairperson Yablon declared that the motion passed unanimously.
19
20 Back to…..
21
22 BUSINESS FROM THE PUBLIC
23 There was no Business from the Public.
24
25 OLD BUSINESS
26 1. #VAR-2026-00058
27 Property: 2021 Old Briar Road Appellant: Bogdan Opanasyuk
28 Zoning District: R4 Address: 2021 Old Briar Road, Highland Park, IL 60035
29
30 The petitioner and owner, Bogdan Opanasyuk, 2021 Old Briar Road, Highland Park, IL 60035 requests by
31 authority of Section 150.1204(A)(1) of the Highland Park Zoning Code, a variation of provision Section
32 150.703, to encroach into the required side yard setback for a pool and accessory structures.
33
34 Planner Hoffmann reviewed the proposal:
35 • Project Background
36 o pool encroaching into side-yard setback
37 o came before the ZBA previously
38 • Site Location
39 • Plat of Survey
40 • Property Photos were displayed
41 • Proposed Work
42 o gazebo removed
43 • Elevations were illustrated
44 o 6’ fence is compliant
45 • Other Comments
46 o one public comment
47 • Review
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1
2 Some ZBA questions for Staff are…..
3 • Commissioner Aronoff asked if the pool is closer or farther from the house. Planner Hoffmann
4 stated it is closer.
5 • Chairperson Yablon asked if the pool equipment is no longer an issue. Planner Hoffmann said that’s
6 correct, it’s compliant.
7
8 Chairperson Yablon swore in Petitioner, Bogdan Opanasyuk, who stated adjustments were made based on
9 the ZBA’s comments. It is a corner lot with a 19’ setback. The setback is hidden toward the back. The pool
10 won’t impede into the foundation of the building. He responded in writing to the standards and read same
11 (hardship was not created by the Applicant, will not impair adjacent properties, 6’ fences are found in the
12 neighborhood, materials are compatible, etc.).
13
14 Chairperson Yablon asked:
15 • why the pool can’t be closer to the house. Mr. Opanasyuk said this is a new house that is still
16 settling. It could cave in, so structural damage could occur. A 4’ variance is requested. This is not in
17 the front yard; is truly a backyard. There are no utilities. Nuisance trees were eliminated.
18 • and Mr. Opanasyuk stated he purchased the house.
19
20 Chairperson Yablon asked if anyone in the audience wishes to speak on this matter. The following came
21 forward:
22 • Mark Siegel said he lives to the north. He appreciates the gazebo being removed. They could live
23 with the 4’ variance. They prefer to have nothing vertical. The items being screened should be
24 behind the fence. Planner Hoffmann spoke to the yard-consideration ordinance.
25
26 Mr. Siegel would like his requests to be in the approval. Planner Hoffmann said Conditions could be
27 made. Mr. Siegel said he doesn’t believe the Petitioner has ill intent. It was stated the items
28 requested are in the draft order.
29
30 Some ZBA comments are…..
31 • Commissioner Zaransky said the concern was bulk which has been mitigated. The neighbor seems to
32 be okay with the pool distance. It’s a good plan. He would support this.
33 • Commissioner Chase said she watched the video of the previous meeting. Concerns seem to be at
34 rest. The hardship comes from the siting and corner lot.
35 • Commissioner Aronoff believes the Applicant did a good job.
36 • Commissioner Weisberg said he would like language drafted to appease the neighbor. This is the
37 only place to put the pool. He is leaning toward approving this.
38 • Chairperson Yablon appreciates the open dialogue with neighbors and the revisions. The hardship is
39 where the house is. Standards have been met. She is in favor.
40
41 Mr. Opanasyuk said the screening is a cover for the equipment.
42
43 Commissioner Chase moved to approve the variance as drafted. Commissioner Zaransky seconded the
44 motion.
45
46 On a roll call vote
47 Voting Yea Chairperson Yablon; Commissioners Aronoff, Chase, Weisberg, & Zaransky
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1 Voting Nay: None
2
3 Chairperson Yablon declared that the motion passed unanimously.
4
5 NEW BUSINESS
6 1. #VAR-2026-00061
7 Property: 1139 Ridgewood Road Appellant: Keith Fisher
8 Zoning District: R5 Address: 1139 Ridgewood Road, Highland Park, IL 60035
9
10 The petitioner, Neil Fortunato on behalf of the owner Keith Fisher, 1139 Ridgewood Road, Highland Park, IL
11 60035 request by authority of Section 150.1204(A)(1) of the Highland Park Zoning Code, a variation of
12 provision Section 150.711, to encroach into the Established Building Setback/EBS.
13
14 Planner Hoffmann reviewed the proposal:
15 • Project Background
16 o R5 zoning district
17 o existing home was built in 1930; a new single-family home is slated
18 • Site Location
19 • Aerial View was shown
20 • Plat of Survey
21 • Property Photos were displayed
22 o Heritage trees
23 • Proposed Work
24 • Tree Plan
25 • Elevations
26 o Front
27 one-story garage
28 two-story new home
29 o Rear
30 • Other Comments
31 o Forestry is in support of protecting trees
32 • Review
33
34 Commissioner Aronoff noted the garage doors don’t face the street. Planner Hoffmann concurred.
35
36 Chairperson Yablon swore in Neil Fortunato, Owner with Green Building Technologies, who stated the
37 interest is to save the trees in the back. The encroachment is minimal. The current house is 90-years old.
38
39 Some ZBA comments are…..
40 • Commissioner Aronoff asked if all the trees are being saved. Mr. Fortunato said the trees in the back
41 of the house would be saved.
42 • Commissioner Chase asked, and Mr. Fortunato said a rig will push pipes through the soil which will
43 minimize tree risk.
44 • Chairperson Yablon asked about adding this Condition. Planner Hoffmann said a Tree Protection
45 Plan will be issued. Mr. Fortunato said this is a requirement.
46
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1 Chairperson Yablon asked if anyone in the audience wishes to speak on this matter. The following came
2 forward:
3 • Steve Hunter said their concern is a multi-family home going in. It won’t affect his property, so he is
4 in favor.
5
6 More ZBA comments are:
7 • Commissioner Weisberg said the standards have clearly been met. He approves this.
8 • Commissioner Aronoff said he thinks it’s great to save the trees. The hardship is the tree.
9 • Commissioner Chase said the hardship is the tree.
10 • Chairperson Yablon concurred.
11
12 Commissioner Chase moved to approve the variance as drafted. Commissioner Weisberg seconded the
13 motion.
14
15 On a roll call vote
16 Voting Yea Chairperson Yablon; Commissioners Aronoff, Chase, Weisberg, & Zaransky
17 Voting Nay: None
18
19 Chairperson Yablon declared that the motion passed unanimously.
20
21 2. #VAR-2026-00062
22 Property: 879 Burton Avenue Appellant: Irwin Melendez
23 Zoning District: R6/SLOZ Address: 879 Burton Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035
24
25 The petitioner and owner, Irwin Melendez, 879 Burton Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035 request by authority
26 of Section 150.1204(A)(1) and 150.1204(A)(5), of the Highland Park Zoning Code, a variation of provision
27 Section 150.703 and 150.707(D)(1), to encroach into the side yard requirement and exceed the allowed rear
28 yard coverage for a garage addition.
29
30 Planner Hoffmann reviewed the proposal:
31 • Project Background
32 o garage additions
33 o R6 zoning district
34 o built in 1930
35 o 3 variation requests
36 • Site Location
37 • Plat of Survey
38 • Property Photos were displayed
39 o structure was built without a permit in 2025
40 • Proposed Work
41 o 50% coverage is allowed; 89% is requested
42 o the shed is not compliant
43 • Other Comments
44 o public comments were received (in support and opposed)
45 • Review
46
47 Some ZBA comments for Staff are…..
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1 • Commissioner Aronoff asked what happens if it is not approved. Planner Hoffmann said it would
2 have to be demolished and come into conformance.
3 • Commissioner Weisberg asked about coverage. Planner Hoffmann explained same.
4 • Commissioner Zaransky asked what the coverage was before this addition. Planner Hoffmann
5 doesn’t have this information.
6 • Commissioner Weisberg said the current garage is 17’. Planner Hoffmann advised the current garage
7 is 17.5’ and compliant.
8 • Commissioner Zaransky asked if the Applicant got notices in August and stopped the work. Planner
9 Hoffmann said yes.
10
11 Chairperson Yablon asked if anyone in the audience wishes to speak on this matter. There was no one.
12
13 Chairperson Yablon swore in Katarina Karac, Land Use & Zoning Attorney/Birchwood Law, who gave a
14 presentation:
15 • small overlay zone
16 • lots vary; this is a small lot
17 • existing conditions were shown (visible from public right-of-way)
18 • existing garage is not compliant
19 • garage height is below 18’
20 • there was an internal misunderstanding
21 • site plans were shown
22 • standards were explained (family has been living there for 20 years, storage is lacking, reasonable
23 return cannot occur, garage presently doesn’t comply, variations relate to lot size and width, lot has
24 physical constraints, abuts a railroad track, adjacent neighbors are in favor, hardship is not created
25 by the owner).
26
27 Ms. Karac shared the process in which this happened and how to rectify. She stated the owner did not
28 authorize the work. A family member was under the impression a permit was submitted. There isn’t
29 adequate storage for 5 inhabitants. The owners have a family-contractor business. They never received a
30 stop-work order in their career. This change will improve the site. The home is not a business location.
31
32 Planner Hoffmann noted public comments were distributed.
33
34 More ZBA comments are…..
35 • Chairperson Yablon said this is difficult to understand when it’s a contractor’s home.
36 • Commissioner Zaransky asked if a permit was submitted prior to August 25th. Ms. Karac said no.
37 • Commissioner Weisberg asked if a 17’ garage really stands out. Ms. Karac shared it will be the same
38 as the existing garage; will blend in with the house.
39 • Commissioner Zaransky asked what is upstairs. Petitioner, Irwin Melendez, stated there is extra
40 storage.
41 • Chairperson Yablon asked:
42 o and Ms. Karac said the addition is 13’ wide and 27’ deep. Items (ladders, bicycles, lawn
43 equipment, etc.) will be enclosed rather than outside. Planner Hoffmann noted the size is
44 32.6’ by 26.2’.
45 o about rear-yard coverage. Ms. Karac said original numbers are unknown but may be within
46 50%; was not compliant before. Planner Hoffmann advised the original garage was non-
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1 conforming. Ms. Karac said the driveway may be non-conforming. She doesn’t believe lot
2 coverage was compliant initially. Planner Hoffmann said the addition is 37’ over.
3 • Commissioner Zaransky asked why a second floor was added. Mr. Melendez said it is still planned.
4 This is being handled first.
5 • Chairperson Yablon asked, and Mr. Melendez stated the opposing neighbors won’t answer the door.
6 She said this is complicated. It’s a big project on a small property. This is a rough position for this
7 family and the ZBA. Ms. Karac said Mr. Melendez would be willing to remove the existing shed
8 behind the garage as well as the sidewalk to get to it. He noted it was there since the house was
9 purchased.
10
11 It was stated any type of work with these constraints couldn’t be done. The only place for an
12 addition is in the rear-yard area. This is a small space. Items need to be covered.
13
14 • Commissioner Chase said it’s concerning it was erected without a permit. It’s a large ask to have a
15 large structure on the lot. She appreciates the need for space and the small house. Commissioner
16 Chase is concerned about the allowable rear coverage.
17 • Commissioner Zaransky said 90% of lot coverage is excessive. The code protects bulk. It’s a big ask.
18 It’s meaningful that the neighbors are in support. Storm water could spill onto the neighbor. It
19 doesn’t fit with the neighborhood. Ms. Karac advised a French drain would be installed. Perhaps this
20 could be reworked to a 70% lot coverage. Mr. Melendez said the garage already covers 54% of
21 coverage.
22 • Commissioner Weisberg isn’t convinced it wouldn’t alter the character of the neighborhood. He
23 would like to see a better plan and more information. It is not being held against the owner that this
24 was already built.
25 • Commissioner Aronoff noted it’s a lot of coverage. The garage could be expanded but not to its
26 current size.
27 • Chairperson Yablon said it’s a very large ask; proportionately larger. The standards haven’t been
28 met. She could not approve it.
29 • Commissioner Zaransky asked that the neighbors in favor share their comments with Staff.
30 • Chairperson Yablon added the standards should be referenced and met.
31
32 Commissioner Weisberg moved to continue this matter to the May 7, 2026, ZBA meeting. Commissioner
33 Aronoff seconded the motion.
34
35 On a roll call vote
36 Voting Yea Chairperson Yablon; Commissioners Aronoff, Chase, Weisberg, & Zaransky
37 Voting Nay: None
38
39 Chairperson Yablon declared that the motion passed unanimously. Planner Hoffmann stated the
40 Applicant doesn’t have to re-notice the neighbors.
41
42 STAFF REPORT
43 There is no Staff Report.
44
45 MISCELLANEOUS
46 There are no Miscellaneous items.
47
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1 ADJOURNMENT
2 Commissioner Chase moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:43 p.m. Commissioner Weisberg seconded the
3 motion.
4
5 On a voice vote
6 Voting Yea Chairperson Yablon; Commissioners Aronoff, Chase, Weisberg, & Zaransky
7 Voting Nay: None
8
9 Chairperson Yablon declared that the motion passed unanimously.
10
11 Respectfully Submitted,
12
13
14 Gale Cerabona
15 Recorder
16
17 MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 19, 2026, WERE APPROVED WITHOUT CORRECTIONS.
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Memorandum
Date: March 19, 2026
To: Chair Alexis Yablon & Zoning Board of Appeals (“ZBA”)
From: Patrick Hoffmann, Planner II & Staff Liaison
Subject: 3504 Dato Ave Application Summary
________________________________________________________________________________________
APPLICATION SUMMARY:
The petitioner and owner, John Birazzi, (the “Applicant”) of 3504 Dato Ave Highland Park, IL
60035, (the “Property”) request by authority of Section 150.1204(A)(1) of the Highland Park
Zoning Code, variation of provision Section 150.703 to encroach into the front yard setback along
Dato Ave for a new addition. The subject property is a corner lot located within the R5 zoning
district and according to Lake County Assessor’s Office the home was built in 1955.
The Applicant seeks relief from Section 150.703 by authority of Section 150.1204(A)(1):
(i) To encroach into the required front yard setback of 40 feet along Dato Ave by
10.98’ feet for a new addition;
The applicant is proposing a new addition on the
southern portion of the home, replacing the
existing garage and adding a mudroom. The
existing home is non-conforming with the 40’
front yard requirement along Dato Ave and the
new addition will be in line with the existing
encroachment.
In the event the variation is approved, the
Applicant is required to get a building permit
before construction. This is a request for Chapter
150 zoning variation and requires the ZBA to use
the Article 12 Zoning Standards of Approval.
NEIGHBOR & CITY COMMENTS:
• No additional comments
ATTACHMENTS:
• Location Map & Copy of Legal Notice
• Applicant’s Packet
• Draft Approval Order 1
1 All Approval Orders are to be considered drafts and are not a recommendation by City Staff. The Board may approve, approve with
conditions, deny, or continue an application.
1
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LEGAL NOTICE - Lake County News-Sun – 03/04/2026
PUBLIC NOTICE
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS
Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held at City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, in the City of
Highland Park, Lake County, Illinois, on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 7:30 P.M. Said Public Hearing will be
conducted by the Zoning Board of Appeals for variation of provisions of the Zoning Ordinance of 1997, being
Chapter 150 of the Highland Park Code, as amended.
VAR-2026-00064
Petitioner: John Birazzi
Zoning District: R5
Subject Property: 3504 Dato Ave
Highland Park, Illinois 60035
The petitioner and owner, John Birazzi, 3504 Dato Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035, request by authority of
Section 150.1204(A)(1) of the Highland Park Zoning Code, a variation of provision Section 150.703, to
encroach into the front yard requirement for an addition.
The Subject Property, commonly known as 3504 Dato Ave, is legally described as follows:
LOT 41 IN KRENN AND DATO'S HIGHLAND PARK ADDITION, SUBDIVISION NO. 1, BEING
A SUBDIVISION OF KRENN AND DATO'S HIGHLAND PARK ADDITION, BEING A
SUBDIVISION OF PART OF SECTIONS 10 AND 15,TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 12 EAST OF
THE THIRD PRINCIPALMERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF SAID SUBDIVISION NO.
1, RECORDED OCTOBER 13, 1928, AS DOCUMENT 326061, IN BOOK "T" OF PLATS, PAGE 33,
IN LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
PIN: 16-10-311-003-0000
If you have questions about the application, public hearing, or any other questions, you may contact Patrick
Hoffmann, Planner II, with the Community Development Department, by email at phoffmann@cityhpil.com or by
phone at 847.926.1612.
At the public hearing, the Zoning Board of Appeals will accept and consider all testimony and evidence pertaining
to the application, and will consider any zoning actions or relief that may be necessary or convenient to allow
development of the type described in this notice, or development that is less dense than the type described in this
notice, including, without limitation, special use permits, variations, map or text amendments, or other special
approvals.
Any person who also desires to appear as an "interested party" with the right to cross-examine others at the hearing
must complete and file an appearance form with the Highland Park City Clerk at the Highland Park City Hall, 1707
St Johns, Highland Park, Illinois, no later than three business days before the date of the hearing. Appearance forms
are available at the Finance Department on the first floor of the Highland Park City Hall, 1707 St Johns, Highland
Park, Illinois, during regular business hours.
The City, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that persons with disabilities who require
certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or participate in this hearing, or who have questions about
the accessibility of the meeting facilities, contact the City’s ADA coordinator Emily Taub at etaub@cityhpil.com or
847.926.1005.
Zoning Board of Appeals | Alexis Yablon, Chairman
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John and Jeanne Birazzi
3504 Dato Avenue
Highland Park, IL
February 11, 2026
Attn: Zoning Board of Appeals
Highland Park Planning Department
1150 Half Day Road
Highland Park, IL 60035
RE: Zoning Variance Request – 3504 Dato Avenue
Letter of Situation and Hardship
Dear Board Members,
I am writing respectfully to request a zoning variation for our property at 3504 Dato Avenue,
located on the corner of Hyacinth Place and Dato Avenue. The home currently has a small
one car garage, and we are proposing a garage and laundry room addition which will
maintain the homes character and overall shape and not negatively impact the
neighborhood. Since the existing home, constructed in 1957, encroaches upon the
required 40-foot setback along Data Avenue by 10.98 feet, a variance is necessary for the
garage addition to maintain alignment with the home’s facade.
It is my understanding that the property being a corner lot, has two required 40-foot front
yard setbacks and two side yard setbacks (totaling 18.75 feet), and no rear yard setback
requirement. The resulting buildable area is long rectangular shape and with the existing
home location as it is, allows for expansion to the south where the existing one car
attached garage is located.
The home honors the Hyacinth Place front yard setback of 40 feet but encroaches upon the
40-foot front yard setback along Dato Avenue by 10.98 feet. Anecdotally, the home’s
encroachment along Dato Avenue may be because a 40-foot building line requirement
existed only along Hyacinth Place when the home was originally constructed. Refer to the
attached original subdivision plat of survey dated October 1928, and a plat of survey dated
2003 both identifying “building lines.”
The need for this addition came about due to our concern that the home’s one car garage
and basement laundry room will eventually prove to be challenging in the future. My wife
and I recently purchased this home to achieve our goal of downsizing to single floor living
while we are physically able to and accommodate us in the future as we age. The addition
of a garage space will provide us with the space needed to safely park our vehicles in
protected space, provide needed storage space including that for trash cans, home
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After recording, please return to:
City of Highland Park
Department of Community Development
Planning Division
1150 Half Day Road
Highland Park, IL 60035
STATE OF ILLINOIS )
) SS.
COUNTY OF LAKE )
BEFORE THE BOARD OF APPEALS
CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK
LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS
IN THE MATTER OF THE APPEAL OF
JOHN BIRAZZI APPEAL NO. ZBA VAR-2026-00064
FOR VARIATION
VARIANCE APPROVAL ORDER
This order (“Order”) concerns the petitioner and owner John Birazzi of 3504 Dato Ave, Highland
Park, IL 60035, for the variation described herein for the property described herein. The Zoning Board of
Appeals of the City of Highland Park (“Board”), being duly advised in the premises, DOES FIND AS
FOLLOWS:
1. The Property that is the subject of this Order is commonly known as 3504 Dato Ave, Highland
Park, IL 60035 and legally described on Exhibit A attached to this Order (“Property”).
2. The Property is currently improved with a single family house.
3. The Property is located within the R5 Zoning District, as established by “The City of Highland
Park Zoning Ordinance of 1997,” as amended (“Zoning Ordinance”).
4. The Applicant sought the following variations from of Section 150.703 of the City Code (the
“Variation”), to construct an addition as depicted on the Plans within Exhibit B.
a. To encroach into the required front yard setback of 40 feet along Dato Ave by 10.98’ feet
for an addition;
5. Notice of the time and place of the hearing was duly published in Lake County News-Sun, a
newspaper of general circulation in the City, not more than 30 days nor less than 15 days
previous to the hearing, in accordance with the Zoning Ordinance and all applicable law.
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6. Notice of the hearing was served upon the adjacent and adjoining property owners or
occupants, in accordance with the Zoning Ordinance, Section 150.1203, and applicable law.
7. The application was heard by the Board at a public hearing of the Board on April 16, 2026.
8. The Board has jurisdiction pursuant to Section 150.1204.(A)(1) of the City Code, to hear and
determine the Applicant’s request for the Variation.
9. The Applicant entered into the record sufficient evidence of their ownership of the Property.
10. After the conclusion of the public hearing, the Board found that the requested Variation satisfy
the standards set forth in Section 150.1205, to the extent required.
11. After the conclusion of the public hearing the Board granted the application for the Variation,
by a vote of the majority of the members of the Board.
IT IS, THEREFORE, ORDERED AS FOLLOWS:
A. Subject to and contingent upon the conditions, restrictions, and provisions set forth in
Section B of this Order, the Applicant’s request for the Variation for the Property shall be, and is hereby,
approved for the reasons set forth in this Order. The Applicant will be allowed:
(i) To encroach into the required front yard setback of 40 feet along Dato Ave by 10.98’ feet
for an addition;
B. Notwithstanding any use or development right that may be applicable or available pursuant
to the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance, or any other rights the Applicant may have, the variation granted
in Section A of this Order shall be, and are hereby, expressly subject to and contingent upon the
construction, use, and maintenance of the Property in compliance with each and all of the following
conditions:
i. The construction, development, use, operation, and maintenance of the Property
shall comply with the Zoning Ordinance and all other applicable City ordinances, as the same have been or
may be amended from time to time, except to the extent specifically provided otherwise in this Order.
ii. Except for minor changes and site work approved by the Director of Community
Development or the City Engineer (for matters within their respective permitting authorities) in accordance
with all applicable City standards, the construction, development, use, operation, and maintenance of the
Property shall substantially comply with the following plans:
a. Plat of Survey with annotations made by John N. Birazzi for the property
located at 3504 Dato Avenue, dated December 15, 2025;
C. The Applicant shall permit a copy of this Order to be recorded against the Property in the
office of the Lake County Recorder of Deeds. This Order and the privileges, obligations, and provisions
contained herein shall inure solely to the benefit of, and be binding upon, the Applicant and their heirs,
personal representatives, successors and assigns.
D. This Order shall be valid for a period not to exceed 12 months from the date hereof, unless,
within such period and in accordance with this Order, the Applicant commences either (i) erection or
alteration of a building or structure, pursuant to a valid building permit for construction on the Property, or
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(ii) the use contemplated by this Order. In the event that the Applicant obtain a building permit in
furtherance of the Variation granted pursuant to this Order, the Applicant shall prosecute all work
authorized by the building permit to completion without unnecessary delay.
E. Upon the failure or refusal of the Applicant to comply with any or all of the conditions,
restrictions, or provisions of this Order, in addition to all other remedies available to the City, the Variation
granted pursuant to this Order shall, at the sole discretion of the Board, by order duly adopted, be revoked
and become null and void; provided, however, that the Board may not so revoke such Variation unless it
shall first provide the Applicant with two months advance written notice of the reasons for revocation and
an opportunity to be heard at a regular meeting of the Board. In the event of revocation, the development
and use of the Property shall be governed solely by the applicable regulations of the Zoning Ordinance.
Order approved April 16, 2026 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK
LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS
By:
Alexis Yablon, Chairman
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY
The Subject Property, commonly known as 3504 Dato Ave, is legally described as follows:
LOT 41 IN KRENN AND DATO'S HIGHLAND PARK ADDITION, SUBDIVISION NO. 1, BEING
A SUBDIVISION OF KRENN AND DATO'S HIGHLAND PARK ADDITION, BEING A
SUBDIVISION OF PART OF SECTIONS 10 AND 15,TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 12 EAST OF
THE THIRD PRINCIPALMERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF SAID SUBDIVISION NO.
1, RECORDED OCTOBER 13, 1928, AS DOCUMENT 326061, IN BOOK "T" OF PLATS, PAGE 33,
IN LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
PIN: 16-10-311-003-0000
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EXHIBIT B
[PLANS]
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Corner property has two front yards:
Dato St. = 29.02' non conforming existing
Hyacinth Place = 41.74'
Side Yard Calculation:
Lot Width = 75'
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Home Owner
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Memorandum
Date: April 16, 2026
To: Chair Alexis Yablon & Zoning Board of Appeals (“ZBA”)
From: Patrick Hoffmann, Planner II & Staff Liaison
Subject: 353 N Deere Park Dr E Application Summary
________________________________________________________________________________________
APPLICATION SUMMARY:
The petitioner Jeff Tondola on behalf of the owner, Peter Rose, (the “Applicant”) of 353 N Deere
Park Dr E, Highland Park, IL 60035, (the “Property”) request by authority of Section
150.1204(A)(14) of the Highland Park Zoning Code, variation of provision Section 150.707(B)(1)
to encroach into the Subdivision Building Line along Deere Park Dr E for a new fence. The subject
property is an interior lot located within the R4 zoning district and Lake Front Density &
Character Overlay Zone. According to Lake County Assessor’s Office the home was built in 1947
and remodeled in 2007.
The Applicant seeks relief from Section 150.707(B)(1) by authority of Section 150.1204(A)(14):
(i) To encroach into the required Subdivision Building Line of 40 feet along N Deere
Park Dr E by 40 feet for an 4 feet tall fence;
The applicant is proposing a new fence that will attach to an existing fence along the northern
property line. This new proposed section of fence will be 4’ tall, which is compliant with the fence
height restrictions within the front yard. However, the property has a Subdivision Setback Line
or Subdivision Building Line of 40’, restricting the placement of any structure above 12” in height.
In the event the variation(s) is approved, the Applicant is required to get a building permit before
construction. This is a request for Chapter 150 zoning variation and requires the ZBA to use the
Article 12 Zoning Standards of Approval.
NEIGHBOR & CITY COMMENTS:
• No additional comments
ATTACHMENTS:
• Location Map & Copy of Legal Notice
• Applicant’s Packet
• Draft Approval Order 1
1 All Approval Orders are to be considered drafts and are not a recommendation by City Staff. The Board may approve, approve with
conditions, deny, or continue an application.
1
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LEGAL NOTICE - Lake County News-Sun – 04/01/2026
PUBLIC NOTICE
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS
Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held at City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, in the City of
Highland Park, Lake County, Illinois, on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 7:30 P.M. Said Public Hearing will be
conducted by the Zoning Board of Appeals for variation of provisions of the Zoning Ordinance of 1997, being
Chapter 150 of the Highland Park Code, as amended.
VAR-2026-00065
Petitioner: Jeff Tondola
Zoning District: R4
Subject Property: 353 N Deere Park Dr E
Highland Park, Illinois 60035
The petitioner Jeff Tondola on behalf of the owner, Peter Rose, 353 N Deere Park Dr E, Highland Park, IL
60035, request by authority of Section 150.1204(A)(14) of the Highland Park Zoning Code, a variation of
provision Section 150.707(B)(1), to encroach into the required 40 feet Subdivision Building Line measured
from the frontage along Deere Park Dr E in order to install a fence.
The Subject Property, commonly known as 353 N Deere Park Dr E, is legally described as follows:
LOT 1 IN WALKEN SUBDIVISION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTH HALF OF THE
SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF FRACTIONAL SECTION 31, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 13
EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF
RECORDED MARCH 29, 2004 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 5548889, IN LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
PIN: 17-31-302-175-0000
If you have questions about the application, public hearing, or any other questions, you may contact Patrick
Hoffmann, Planner II, with the Community Development Department, by email at phoffmann@cityhpil.com or by
phone at 847.926.1612.
At the public hearing, the Zoning Board of Appeals will accept and consider all testimony and evidence pertaining
to the application, and will consider any zoning actions or relief that may be necessary or convenient to allow
development of the type described in this notice, or development that is less dense than the type described in this
notice, including, without limitation, special use permits, variations, map or text amendments, or other special
approvals.
Any person who also desires to appear as an "interested party" with the right to cross-examine others at the hearing
must complete and file an appearance form with the Highland Park City Clerk at the Highland Park City Hall, 1707
St Johns, Highland Park, Illinois, no later than three business days before the date of the hearing. Appearance forms
are available at the Finance Department on the first floor of the Highland Park City Hall, 1707 St Johns, Highland
Park, Illinois, during regular business hours.
The City, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that persons with disabilities who require
certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or participate in this hearing, or who have questions about
the accessibility of the meeting facilities, contact the City’s ADA coordinator Emily Taub at etaub@cityhpil.com or
847.926.1005.
Zoning Board of Appeals | Alexis Yablon, Chairman
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Letter of Situation and Hardship
353 N Deere Park Dr., Highland Park, Illinois
To: City of Highland Park
Zoning Board of Appeals
This letter explains the situation and requested variation for a 4-foot-tall open iron fence along the
south lot line at 353 N Deere Park Dr. The fence is approximately 41 feet in length and more than
50% open. It is intended as a simple, decorative element to provide a clean, finished edge to the
side yard.
The purpose of the fence is primarily aesthetic. The owner prefers to have a modest, open fence
that defines this side-yard edge and visually ties into the existing improvements on the property.
The fence is not proposed for security purposes and is not intended to create a solid barrier.
The city of Highland Park has noted that the proposed fence encroaches into a subdivision
setback/building line and a 5-foot ingress/egress easement. The variation requested is only for the
location of this short fence within those areas. The fence height complies with the City’s maximum
allowed height for an outside fence, the design is open, and there are no changes to drainage or
grading.
If the fence must be kept entirely outside of the setback and easement area, it would need to be
moved significantly inward from the lot line. That would create an unusual strip of land between the
fence and the property line, which is awkward to maintain and does not serve any functional
purpose. More intensive alternatives, such as dense landscaping or a different type of structure, are
not desired by the owner and could have more visual impact than the low, open fence being
proposed.
Because the fence is short, low, and open, it will not block views of streets or sidewalks, affect light
or air, or interfere with traffic or drainage. It is a small, decorative improvement rather than a tall or
solid wall.
For these reasons, I respectfully request approval of the variation to allow the proposed 4-foot open
iron fence along the south lot line, as shown on the submitted plat of survey and fence layout.
Respectfully submitted,
Jeff Tondola
CNM Development LLC
83 Ambrogio, Suite G
Gurnee, IL 60031
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Install approximately 41 ln/ft of new 4' ft
tall, iron fence to match existing fence on
the south end of the property. 2"x2" iron
posts to be installed in concrete. 1/2" x
1/2" pickets to be spaced 4" on center.
No change or interference with drainage.
Greater than 50% open
Proposed 4' open iron fence located
within area behind the recorded
subdivision setback/building line; fence
location and encroachment are shown on
this survey. The fence will not encroach
into the 5' ingress/egress easement.
3
6. 0
1
ft
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After recording, please return to:
City of Highland Park
Department of Community Development
Planning Division
1150 Half Day Road
Highland Park, IL 60035
STATE OF ILLINOIS )
) SS.
COUNTY OF LAKE )
BEFORE THE BOARD OF APPEALS
CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK
LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS
IN THE MATTER OF THE APPEAL OF
PETER ROSE APPEAL NO. ZBA VAR-2026-00065
FOR VARIATION
VARIANCE APPROVAL ORDER
This order (“Order”) concerns the petitioner Jeff Tondola on behalf of the owner, Peter Rose, 353
N Deere Park Dr E, Highland Park, IL 60035, for the variation described herein for the property described
herein. The Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of Highland Park (“Board”), being duly advised in the
premises, DOES FIND AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Property that is the subject of this Order is commonly known as 353 N Deere Park Dr E,
Highland Park, IL 60035 and legally described on Exhibit A attached to this Order
(“Property”).
2. The Property is currently improved with a single family house.
3. The Property is located within the R4 Zoning District and Lake Front Density & Character
Overlay Zone, as established by “The City of Highland Park Zoning Ordinance of 1997,” as
amended (“Zoning Ordinance”).
4. The Applicant sought the following variation(s) from of Section 150.707(B)(1) of the City
Code (the “Variation”), to install a fence within Exhibit B.
a. To encroach into the required Subdivision Building Line of 40 feet along N Deere Park
Dr E by 40 feet for an 4 feet tall fence;
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5. Notice of the time and place of the hearing was duly published in Lake County News-Sun, a
newspaper of general circulation in the City, not more than 30 days nor less than 15 days
previous to the hearing, in accordance with the Zoning Ordinance and all applicable law.
6. Notice of the hearing was served upon the adjacent and adjoining property owners or
occupants, in accordance with the Zoning Ordinance, Section 150.1203, and applicable law.
7. The application was heard by the Board at a public hearing of the Board on April 16, 2026.
8. The Board has jurisdiction pursuant to Section 150.1204.(A)(14) of the City Code, to hear and
determine the Applicant’s request for the Variation.
9. The Applicant entered into the record sufficient evidence of their ownership of the Property.
10. After the conclusion of the public hearing, the Board found that the requested Variation satisfy
the standards set forth in Section 150.1205, to the extent required.
11. After the conclusion of the public hearing the Board granted the application for the Variation,
by a vote of the majority of the members of the Board.
IT IS, THEREFORE, ORDERED AS FOLLOWS:
A. Subject to and contingent upon the conditions, restrictions, and provisions set forth in
Section B of this Order, the Applicant’s request for the Variation for the Property shall be, and is hereby,
approved for the reasons set forth in this Order. The Applicant will be allowed:
(i) To encroach into the required Subdivision Building Line of 40 feet along N Deere Park Dr
E by 40 feet for an 4 feet tall fence;
B. Notwithstanding any use or development right that may be applicable or available pursuant
to the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance, or any other rights the Applicant may have, the variation granted
in Section A of this Order shall be, and are hereby, expressly subject to and contingent upon the
construction, use, and maintenance of the Property in compliance with each and all of the following
conditions:
i. The construction, development, use, operation, and maintenance of the Property
shall comply with the Zoning Ordinance and all other applicable City ordinances, as the same have been or
may be amended from time to time, except to the extent specifically provided otherwise in this Order.
ii. Except for minor changes and site work approved by the Director of Community
Development or the City Engineer (for matters within their respective permitting authorities) in accordance
with all applicable City standards, the construction, development, use, operation, and maintenance of the
Property shall substantially comply with the following plans:
a. Plat of Survey with annotations made by Applicant for the property at 353
N Deere Park Dr E, survey completed by IG Consulting, INC. with the
date December 2, 2026;
C. The Applicant shall permit a copy of this Order to be recorded against the Property in the
office of the Lake County Recorder of Deeds. This Order and the privileges, obligations, and provisions
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contained herein shall inure solely to the benefit of, and be binding upon, the Applicant and their heirs,
personal representatives, successors and assigns.
D. This Order shall be valid for a period not to exceed 12 months from the date hereof, unless,
within such period and in accordance with this Order, the Applicant commences either (i) erection or
alteration of a building or structure, pursuant to a valid building permit for construction on the Property, or
(ii) the use contemplated by this Order. In the event that the Applicant obtain a building permit in
furtherance of the Variation granted pursuant to this Order, the Applicant shall prosecute all work
authorized by the building permit to completion without unnecessary delay.
E. Upon the failure or refusal of the Applicant to comply with any or all of the conditions,
restrictions, or provisions of this Order, in addition to all other remedies available to the City, the Variation
granted pursuant to this Order shall, at the sole discretion of the Board, by order duly adopted, be revoked
and become null and void; provided, however, that the Board may not so revoke such Variation unless it
shall first provide the Applicant with two months advance written notice of the reasons for revocation and
an opportunity to be heard at a regular meeting of the Board. In the event of revocation, the development
and use of the Property shall be governed solely by the applicable regulations of the Zoning Ordinance.
Order approved April 16, 2026 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK
LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS
By:
Alexis Yablon, Chairman
# 5146803_v2
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY
The Subject Property, commonly known as 353 N Deere Park Dr E, is legally described as follows:
LOT 1 IN WALKEN SUBDIVISION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTH HALF OF THE
SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF FRACTIONAL SECTION 31, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 13
EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF
RECORDED MARCH 29, 2004 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 5548889, IN LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
PIN: 17-31-302-175-0000
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EXHIBIT B
[PLANS]
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Memorandum
Date: April 16, 2026
To: Chair Alexis Yablon & Zoning Board of Appeals (“ZBA”)
From: Patrick Hoffmann, Planner II & Staff Liaison
Subject: 1726 Park Ave W Application Summary
________________________________________________________________________________________
APPLICATION SUMMARY:
The petitioner and owner, Anam Hargey, (the “Applicant”) of 1726 Park Ave W, Highland Park,
IL 60035, (the “Property”) request by authority of Section 150.1204(A)(12) of the Highland
Park Zoning Code, variation of provision Section 150.712 to exceed the allowable 36 feet of
exterior wall openings for vehicular entry. The subject property is an interior lot located within
the R3 zoning district. The applicant plans on constructing a new single family home.
The Applicant seeks relief from Section 150.712 by authority of Section 150.1204(A)(12):
(i) To exceed the allowable 36 feet of exterior wall openings for vehicular entry by 18
feet for a total linear distance of 54 feet;
The applicant is proposing to construct a new
single family home that will comply with all of
the required setback requirements, however,
is requesting relief to exceed the allowed 36
linear feet of garage door openings. The
applicant is proposing 54 linear feet of garage
door openings with six 9’ garage doors.
In the event the variation(s) is approved, the
Applicant is required to get a building permit
before construction. This is a request for
Chapter 150 zoning variation and requires the
ZBA to use the Article 12 Zoning Standards of
Approval.
NEIGHBOR & CITY COMMENTS:
• No additional comments
ATTACHMENTS:
• Location Map & Copy of Legal Notice
• Applicant’s Packet
• Draft Approval Order 1
1 All Approval Orders are to be considered drafts and are not a recommendation by City Staff. The Board may approve, approve with
conditions, deny, or continue an application.
1
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LEGAL NOTICE - Lake County News-Sun – 04/01/2026
PUBLIC NOTICE
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS
Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held at City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, in the City of
Highland Park, Lake County, Illinois, on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 7:30 P.M. Said Public Hearing will be
conducted by the Zoning Board of Appeals for variation of provisions of the Zoning Ordinance of 1997, being
Chapter 150 of the Highland Park Code, as amended.
VAR-2026-00066
Petitioner: Anam Hargey
Zoning District: R3
Subject Property: 1726 Park Ave W
Highland Park, Illinois 60035
The petitioner and owner, Anam Hargey, 1726 Park Ave W, Highland Park, IL 60035, request by authority of
Section 150.1204(A)(12) of the Highland Park Zoning Code, a variation of provision Section 150.712, to exceed
the allowable 36 feet of exterior wall openings for vehicular entry.
The Subject Property, commonly known as 1726 Park Ave W, is legally described as follows:
THE WEST ½ OF LOT 20 IN J.S. HOVLANDS HIGHLAND PARK ACRES SUBDIVISION IN
SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 12, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN,
ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED APRIL 24, 1923, AS DOCUMENT 223019, IN
BOOK “L” OF PLATS, PAGE 67, IN LAKE COUNTY ILLINOIS.
PIN: 16-21-402-024-0000
If you have questions about the application, public hearing, or any other questions, you may contact Patrick
Hoffmann, Planner II, with the Community Development Department, by email at phoffmann@cityhpil.com or by
phone at 847.926.1612.
At the public hearing, the Zoning Board of Appeals will accept and consider all testimony and evidence pertaining
to the application, and will consider any zoning actions or relief that may be necessary or convenient to allow
development of the type described in this notice, or development that is less dense than the type described in this
notice, including, without limitation, special use permits, variations, map or text amendments, or other special
approvals.
Any person who also desires to appear as an "interested party" with the right to cross-examine others at the hearing
must complete and file an appearance form with the Highland Park City Clerk at the Highland Park City Hall, 1707
St Johns, Highland Park, Illinois, no later than three business days before the date of the hearing. Appearance forms
are available at the Finance Department on the first floor of the Highland Park City Hall, 1707 St Johns, Highland
Park, Illinois, during regular business hours.
The City, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that persons with disabilities who require
certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or participate in this hearing, or who have questions about
the accessibility of the meeting facilities, contact the City’s ADA coordinator Emily Taub at etaub@cityhpil.com or
847.926.1005.
Zoning Board of Appeals | Alexis Yablon, Chairman
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04/09/2026
City of Highland Park
Zoning Board of Appeals
1707 St. Johns Avenue
Highland Park, IL 60035
Re: Variance Request – Section 150.712 Garage Door Openings
Property Address: 1726 Park Ave West, Highland Park, IL 60035
Dear Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals,
We respectfully submit this request for a variance from Section 150.712 of the Highland Park
Zoning Code, which limits exterior wall openings for vehicular entry or exit to thirty six (36) lineal
feet on any given lot within a single family district.
The proposed residence at the above referenced property consists of six (6) garage doors, each
spanning nine (9) feet wide, for a total of fifty four (54) lineal feet wide. Accordingly, we are
requesting a variance to permit an additional eighteen (18) lineal feet beyond the ordinance
limitation.
It should be noted that the garage doors are not street facing. The proposed design places all
garage doors facing an interior courtyard, fully internalized within the architecture of the home.
As a result, the garage openings are largely shielded from public view and will not dominate the
street facing facade. From the street, the home will present a traditional residential elevation
with architectural features, windows, and landscaping rather than a garage oriented frontage.
The requested variance satisfies the applicable standards for relief for the following reasons:
Unique circumstances of the property
The proposed design utilizes a courtyard oriented layout that allows the garage doors to face
inward toward a private motor court rather than toward the street. This configuration minimizes
visual impact. From the street, neighbors will not be able to see the garage doors. This preserves
the residential character of the streetscape while still allowing practical vehicle access. Strict
application of the ordinance would limit a design that otherwise integrates well within the site
and neighborhood.
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No self created hardship
The intent of the project is simply to construct a single family residence with adequate enclosed
vehicle storage. The garage space is designed exclusively for private residential use and is not
associated with any commercial activity. Our household already has three drivers with three cars
and three more car owners within the next few years. We are also hoping to have our in-laws live
with us within the next ten years, and additional car parking would be needed. Incorporating
sufficient garage capacity now avoids the need for future expansions or additional paved areas
on the property.
No substantial detriment to neighboring properties or the public welfare
The garage doors will serve private residential use only and will be visually screened from the
public realm by the configuration of the building itself. The proposal does not increase density,
traffic generation, or commercial activity and maintains the scale and character of a single family
home.
Practical difficulty and reasonable use of the property
There is limited street parking available in this area, making adequate off street parking
particularly important. Providing sufficient enclosed garage space ensures vehicles can be stored
on site rather than occupying public street parking.
For these reasons, the requested variance represents a reasonable modification that allows the
property to be improved while maintaining harmony with the spirit and intent of the zoning code,
whilst preserving the essential character of the neighborhood.
We respectfully request that the Zoning Board of Appeals approve the variance to allow up to
sixty (60) lineal feet of exterior wall openings for vehicular entry and exit at the subject property.
Thank you for your time and consideration. We appreciate the Board’s review of this request and
would be pleased to provide any additional information or drawings that may assist in the
evaluation of the application.
Sincerely,
Anam Hargey
Owner
1726 Park Ave West, Highland Park, IL
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After recording, please return to:
City of Highland Park
Department of Community Development
Planning Division
1150 Half Day Road
Highland Park, IL 60035
STATE OF ILLINOIS )
) SS.
COUNTY OF LAKE )
BEFORE THE BOARD OF APPEALS
CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK
LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS
IN THE MATTER OF THE APPEAL OF
ANAM HARGEY APPEAL NO. ZBA VAR-2026-00066
FOR VARIATION
VARIANCE APPROVAL ORDER
This order (“Order”) concerns the petitioner and owner Anam Hargey of 1726 Park Ave W,
Highland Park, IL 60035, for the variation described herein for the property described herein. The Zoning
Board of Appeals of the City of Highland Park (“Board”), being duly advised in the premises, DOES FIND
AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Property that is the subject of this Order is commonly known as 1726 Park Ave W,
Highland Park, IL 60035 and legally described on Exhibit A attached to this Order
(“Property”).
2. The Property is currently unimproved.
3. The Property is located within the R3 Zoning District, as established by “The City of Highland
Park Zoning Ordinance of 1997,” as amended (“Zoning Ordinance”).
4. The Applicant sought the following variations from of Section 150.712 of the City Code (the
“Variation”), to construct an addition as depicted on the Plans within Exhibit B.
a. To exceed the allowable 36 feet of exterior wall openings for vehicular entry by 18 feet
for a total linear distance of 54 feet;
5. Notice of the time and place of the hearing was duly published in Lake County News-Sun, a
newspaper of general circulation in the City, not more than 30 days nor less than 15 days
previous to the hearing, in accordance with the Zoning Ordinance and all applicable law.
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6. Notice of the hearing was served upon the adjacent and adjoining property owners or
occupants, in accordance with the Zoning Ordinance, Section 150.1203, and applicable law.
7. The application was heard by the Board at a public hearing of the Board on April 16, 2026.
8. The Board has jurisdiction pursuant to Section 150.1204.(A)(12) of the City Code, to hear and
determine the Applicant’s request for the Variation.
9. The Applicant entered into the record sufficient evidence of their ownership of the Property.
10. After the conclusion of the public hearing, the Board found that the requested Variation satisfy
the standards set forth in Section 150.1205, to the extent required.
11. After the conclusion of the public hearing the Board granted the application for the Variation,
by a vote of the majority of the members of the Board.
IT IS, THEREFORE, ORDERED AS FOLLOWS:
A. Subject to and contingent upon the conditions, restrictions, and provisions set forth in
Section B of this Order, the Applicant’s request for the Variation for the Property shall be, and is hereby,
approved for the reasons set forth in this Order. The Applicant will be allowed:
(i) To exceed the allowable 36 feet of exterior wall openings for vehicular entry by 18 feet for
a total linear distance of 54 feet;
B. Notwithstanding any use or development right that may be applicable or available pursuant
to the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance, or any other rights the Applicant may have, the variation granted
in Section A of this Order shall be, and are hereby, expressly subject to and contingent upon the
construction, use, and maintenance of the Property in compliance with each and all of the following
conditions:
i. The construction, development, use, operation, and maintenance of the Property
shall comply with the Zoning Ordinance and all other applicable City ordinances, as the same have been or
may be amended from time to time, except to the extent specifically provided otherwise in this Order.
ii. Except for minor changes and site work approved by the Director of Community
Development or the City Engineer (for matters within their respective permitting authorities) in accordance
with all applicable City standards, the construction, development, use, operation, and maintenance of the
Property shall substantially comply with the following plans:
a. Site plan and elevations for 1726 Park Ave W by Advanced Architectural
Design, Ltd, pages G1, A2.1, A2.5, and S0, last dated 3-5-2026;
C. The Applicant shall permit a copy of this Order to be recorded against the Property in the
office of the Lake County Recorder of Deeds. This Order and the privileges, obligations, and provisions
contained herein shall inure solely to the benefit of, and be binding upon, the Applicant and their heirs,
personal representatives, successors and assigns.
D. This Order shall be valid for a period not to exceed 12 months from the date hereof, unless,
within such period and in accordance with this Order, the Applicant commences either (i) erection or
alteration of a building or structure, pursuant to a valid building permit for construction on the Property, or
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(ii) the use contemplated by this Order. In the event that the Applicant obtain a building permit in
furtherance of the Variation granted pursuant to this Order, the Applicant shall prosecute all work
authorized by the building permit to completion without unnecessary delay.
E. Upon the failure or refusal of the Applicant to comply with any or all of the conditions,
restrictions, or provisions of this Order, in addition to all other remedies available to the City, the Variation
granted pursuant to this Order shall, at the sole discretion of the Board, by order duly adopted, be revoked
and become null and void; provided, however, that the Board may not so revoke such Variation unless it
shall first provide the Applicant with two months advance written notice of the reasons for revocation and
an opportunity to be heard at a regular meeting of the Board. In the event of revocation, the development
and use of the Property shall be governed solely by the applicable regulations of the Zoning Ordinance.
Order approved April 16, 2026 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK
LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS
By:
Alexis Yablon, Chairman
# 5146803_v2
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY
The Subject Property, commonly known as 1726 Park Ave W, is legally described as follows:
THE WEST ½ OF LOT 20 IN J.S. HOVLANDS HIGHLAND PARK ACRES SUBDIVISION IN
SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 12, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN,
ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED APRIL 24, 1923, AS DOCUMENT 223019, IN
BOOK “L” OF PLATS, PAGE 67, IN LAKE COUNTY ILLINOIS.
PIN: 16-21-402-024-0000
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VAR-2026-00066
1726 Park Ave W
EXHIBIT B
[PLANS]
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Hargey Residence
PERMIT APPLICATION NUMBER
BRES-2026-01028
Review Date: 3/3/2026
Sheet List Table Review Number: 1
Permit Application Date: 2/4/2026
1726 Park Avenue West Sheet Number Sheet Title Permit Comments:
1 2026 3 5 WLZ
Highland Park, Illinois 60035
Architectural
G1 Cover Sheet DATUM TOP FOUNDATION
G2 Notes
PROJECT DATUM
Park Avenue West R1 Rendering
19'-0 7 "
0'-0" ON PLAN
22'-1" 20'-0" 62'-0" 16 22'-1"
Side 31'-0" 1 2026 3 5 WLZ
31'-0" 1 2026 3 5 WLZ
Side
Yard Yard
R2 Stair North View CORRELATES
T/F 653.75' CCD
R3 Stair South View
OWNERSHIP & USE OF DOCUMENTS:
1 2026 3 5 WLZ Ornamental Iron Fence
R4 North Balcony · INSTRUMENTS OF SERVICE - THE DRAWINGS,
(Typical) SPECIFICATIONS AND OTHER DOCUMENTS (OR
ANY PART THEREOF) FURNISHED BY THE
10'-0" 11 Entrance Piers Stucco with Stone cap on Cmu
R5 Kitchen ARCHITECT ARE INSTRUMENTS OF SERVICE AND
SHALL NOT BECOME THE PROPERTY OF CLIENT
WHETHER OR NOT THE PROJECT FOR WHICH
1 2026 3 5 WLZ 1 2026 3 5 WLZ R6 Scullery THEY ARE MADE IS COMMENCED, IN PROGRESS
Proposed Front Yard Setback Proposed Front Yard Setback
OR COMPLETED. SUCH DOCUMENTS ARE
25'-0" 25'-0" CREATED FOR SOLE USE BY THE ARCHITECT AND
BUILDER IN COMPLETING THE PROJECT AND THE
1 Pavers 13
A1.0 Lower Level Floor Plan INFORMATION THEREIN MAY NOT BE SUFFICIENT
FOR USE BY OTHERS.
58'-01"
7120 SQ.FT. 58'-1116"
8
A1.1 First Level Floor Plan · USE -THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS FURNISHED
BY THE ARCHITECT OR BUILDER OR ITS
CONTRACTORS SHALL NOT BE USED BY CLIENT
ON UNRELATED PROJECTS OR OTHER PROPERTY
E ALL DOWNSPOUTS, SUMP
A1.2 Second Level Floor Plan E UNLESS THE PARTIES AGREE IN WRITING AND
BUILDER IS EQUITABLY COMPENSATED PRIOR TO
PUMPS AND SITE RUN TO SUCH USE. RIGHTS TO OWNERSHIP - ARCHITECT
CONNECTED TO STORM
SEWER A1.3 Roof Level Floor Plan SHALL BE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE OWNER OF
THE DESIGN AND LIKENESS OF THE PROJECT
AND SHALL BE DEEMED THE SOLE OWNER OF,
A2.1 North Elevation
AND RETAIN ALL RIGHTS TO, COPYRIGHT
6'-0" HIGH FENCE INTERESTS IN AND TO THE PROJECT, EITHER IN
BUILDING IS PARALLEL TO WEST PROPERTY LINE
WITH GATE AND PART OR IN WHOLE.
6'-0" HIGH FENCE SECURITY LATCH
WITH GATE AND
SECURITY LATCH
GATE GATE
A2.2 East Elevation · DISTRIBUTION - SUBMISSION OR DISTRIBUTION
OF DOCUMENTS TO MEET OFFICIAL REGULATORY
REQUIREMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE
A2.3 South Elevation
SEE CIVIL PROJECT IS NOT TO BE CONSTRUED IN ANY
ENGINEERS MANNER AS PUBLICATION IN DEROGATION OF
DRAWINGS ARCHITECT OR COMMON LAW COPYRIGHTS OR
FOR SITE DRAINAGE OTHER RESERVED RIGHTS. EXCEPT AS
3 Garage 1 2 Garage 2
A2.4 West Elevation OTHERWISE PROVIDED, CLIENT SHALL OWN
NEITHER THE DOCUMENTS NOR THE
COPYRIGHTS. IF THIS AGREEMENT IS
SEE CIVIL
ENGINEERS
Stone Paver Steps
1 2026 3 5 WLZ A2.5 West and East Garage Elevations TERMINATED BEFORE SC ALL COPIES OF THE
CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND ANY SAMPLES,
Sunnyside Avenue
6
DRAWINGS MOCK-UPS AND/OR ADDENDA SHALL PROMPTLY
FOR SITE PROVIDE LANDSCAPE BE RETURNED TO ARCHITECT EXCEPT AS
Building Section A-A
20SQ.FT.
DRAINAGE 4'-0" GENERATOR
SCREEN FOR MECHANICAL
UNITS A3.1 OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN THIS AGREEMENT.
1 2026 3 5 WLZ 8 5'-6" · WRITTEN DIMENSIONS ON THESE DRAWINGS
PROVIDE LANDSCAPE
SCREEN FOR MECHANICAL
10
CU-1 A3.2 Building Section B-B SHALL HAVE PRECEDENCE OVER SCALE
DIMENSIONS. CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY AND
CU-2 BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL DIMENSIONS AND
UNITS
4 Building Footprint
Building Section C-C
CONDITIONS ON THE JOB. THE ARCHITECT MUST
A3.3
10
3677SQ.FT.
20
CU-3 BE NOTIFIED OF ANY VARIATIONS FROM THE
DIMENSIONS AND CONDITIONS SHOWN BY THESE
DRAWINGS.
9
56SQ.FT.
A3.4 Building Section D-D
D Lower Level
Stair down
220SQ.FT.
14'-0" 8
D
A3.5 Building Section E-E
Covered
5 Patio
Stone Pavers
240SQ.FT.
A3.6 Building Section F-F
PLAZA A3.7 Building Section G-G
16'-0"
Stone Paver Steps
7 652SQ.FT.
A4.1 Building Wall Section
SUN DECK
A5.1 Window Elevations
POOL COVER
40'-0"
7-0" Depth
18'-0"
FUTURE
3'-0" Depth
A6.1 Shower Seat Detail
Proposed Rear Yard Setback
FUTURE
POOL CABANA
Proposed Rear Yard Setback
N.I.C. N.I.C.
A6.2 Trim Package
16'-0" 40'-0" 1'-0" 10'-0"
6'-0"
3
89'-816 "
67'-8" 3"
89'-54 A6.3 Casework Details
FUTURE
4'-6" A6.4 Full Scale Millwork
PICKELBALL
1 2026 3 5 WLZ
Rear Yard Setback
Structural
COURT
Rear Yard Setback
C 29 X 60 = 1740SQ.FT.
.30 X (40 X 148.50 =1782SQ.FT. 20'-0" 29'-0" C PROJECT LOCATION:
40'-0"
Hargey Family Residence
40'-0"
S0 Foundation Level Plan 1726 PARK AVENUE WEST
44'-0"
4'-6" HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS 60035
60'-0" S0.1 Foundation Details PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECT SEAL:
10'-0"
Advanced Architectural Design, Ltd
22'-1"
S0.2 Steel Details 410 North Maple Street
Mt Prospect, IL 60056
22'-1"
Side
Yard
Building Division
Updated 12-03-10
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CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK E N
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Second Level Floor Framing Plan
BUILDING DIVISION
Residential Title Sheet / Submittal Requirements
Project Name : Hargey Family Residence
S2 WayneL.Zediker
SITE PLAN Project Address : 1726 Park Avenue West Highland Park Illinois 60035 SIGNED: WAYNE L. ZEDIKER ARCHITECT
0 8' 16' 32'
Site Plan
General Symbols
S3 January 14, 2026
Material Symbols See Sheet G.1.2 STATE OF ILLINOIS SEAL
SCALE: 1/16" = 1'-0"
Owner, Architect Contact Information
General Contractor (if available)
Name Bash Hargey and Anam Khan
S4 Roof Level Framing Plan 001-014710
ILLINOIS REGISTRATION NO:
Legend Address: Glenview Illinois EXPIRES 11/30/2026
Mechanical
Phone Number: 847-274-8309 Professional Design Firm Architect Corp.
Email anam.m.khan@gmail.com Advanced Architectural Design Limited
Local Code Information : Provided
B 184.002123
Energy Code Statement of Compliance : Provided
Architect: Wayne L. Zediker EXPIRES 04/30/2027
M1 Mechanical Notes
Advanced Architectural Design, Limited
Zoning Information: See definition of terms in Chapter 150 of City Code, available at
http://www.cityhpil.com/government/chapter150.html
Zoning District : R3
ZONING REQUIREMENTS
Average Grade per Ordinance Definition: 650+651+652+653+654+655 / 6 = 652.50
DATE:_______________
Top Foundation 0'-0" = 653.00'
Established Front Yard:40'-0"
Subdivision Front Yard Setback : 40'-0"
Electrical CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK STATEMENT COMPLIANCE:
I CERTIFY THAT THESE DRAWINGS WERE PREPARED BY
ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND CONTROL
PERMIT NO.:__________________ Rear Yard Setback : 40'-0" AND THAT TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF
E0 Lower Level Electrical Plan
Floor Area Ratio Allowable: (.21 x 37,945) + 1600 X 100) = 25.216% x 37,945 = 9,568.44 Square Feet
COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE HIGHLAND
ADDRESS: 1726 Park Avenue West Highland Park Illinois 37,945
PARK BUILDING CODES.
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ZONING CLASS OF PROPERTY: R-3 Bonus Floor Area Ratio NONE
FILE: C:\Users\I9\Documents\Autodesk\My Projects\2025 9 4 Hargey Residence\Sheets\G1.dwg
Existing Floor Area of Building NONE
TOTAL AREA OF LOT: 37,945 sq.ft. Proposed Floor Area of Building : 8,212 Sq.ft. < 9,568.44 sq.ft. MARK DATE DESCRIPTION
Square Footage of Lot : 37,945 Square Feet
E1 First Level Electrical Plan
Total Allowed Building Lot Coverage Calculation: 9551 / 37,945 = 25%
Total Allowed Principal Structure Floor Area Calculation: Building Coverage 35% x 37,945 = 13,280.75 sq.ft. > 5,381 Square Feet
[ .21 X 37,945 ] = 1600 X 100 = 25.216629%
37,945 sq.ft.
Building Height (from average grade to peak of roof) 33'-6" < 35'-0"
MAXIMUM HEIGHT: 35'-0" Minimum Yard Setbacks:
E2 Second Level Electrical Plan
Main Roof Height 33'-6" Average Width of Lot : 148.5 + 145.5/ 2 = 147.00'
Combined Sideyard Required 30% x 147 = 44.10'
East / West Sideyards 147 X 30% / 2 = 22.05' WLZ 1 19 3-5-2026 Permit Comments
Code Compliance Statement 18 3-3-2026 Revised Entrance, Kitchen, Scullery
650+651+652+653+654+655 / 6 = 652.50 AVERAGE GRADE 1 2026 3 5 WLZ
E3 Electrical Notes
First Level: 3677 sq.ft. 17 2-12-2026 Permit Set
9,305sq.ft. = 24.5% < 50% Lot Coverage Second Level: 3677sq.ft. 16 1-26-2026 Revised Electrical Plans
Total Impervious Surface Calculation 37,945 SQ.FT.
Garage: 872 + 872 = 1704 sq.ft. Community Development 15 1-23-2026 Revised Entrance Foyer
Total Building Coverage 35% x 37,945 = 13,280.75 sq.ft. > 5,381sq.ft. Total Above Grade 9,058 sq.ft. < 9568.44sq.ft. 1150 Half Day Rd. 14 1-22-2026 Revised Entrance Foyer, Bedroom 2&3
Plumbing
Highland Park, Illinois 60035
13 1-14-2026 Permit Set
847.432.0808
Lower Level: more than 50% below grade 3677 sq.ft.
www.cityhpil.com/building 12 1-12-2026 Review #10 Permit Review
ZONING CODE SET BACK REQUIREMENTS AND PROPOSALS: 12-8-2025 Review #9 Permit Review
Total Area 11,889sq.ft. Notice: Effective February 3, 2020 11
REQUIRED PROPOSED All submittals on or after this date must comply with the 10 11-7-2025 Review #8 Design Development
(j) Swimming pools and cabanas may encroach: (i) on corner lots into the front yard with the longest lot line;
FRONT YARD 40'-0"
SIDE YARD 145.5 + 148.5 /2 X 30% = 44.10/2 = 22'- 0 5/8"
58'-0 1/8" TO 58'-11 13/16"
22'-1"
Number of Bedrooms Existing NONE
Number of Bedrooms Proposed 7 BEDROOMS
following building codes:
2018 International Building Code (IBC) P1 Plumbing Riser Diagrams 9
8
10-16-2025
10-10-2025
Zoning Review
Print Final
SIDE YARD 145.5 + 148.5 /2 X 30% = 44.10/2 = 22'- 0 5/8" 22'-1" Zoning Board Appeal Case Number NONE 7 10-9-2025 Review #7 Final Design Development
and (ii) on through lots that are adjacent on two sides to other through lots, and on double corner lots, into the 2018 International Residential Code (IRC)
REAR YARD 40''-0" 89'-8 3/16" TO 89'-5 3/4"
PRINTED: 03/05/2026 - 11:20am
front yard that functions as a rear yard, in the determination of the Zoning Administrator; and provided in either Fire Sprinkler System to be Provided YES 6 10-6-2025 Review #6
case cabanas and swimming pools must be located at least 10 feet from all lot lines, and the total area of all
NOTE: ALL SET BACK REQUIREMENTS ARE FIGURED TO THE LOAD DESIGN CRITERIA 2018 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) 5 10-2-2025 Review #5
encroaching structures (excluding driveways and off-street parking facilities) into that yard does not exceed 30 ALL MATERIAL SUBSTITUTIONS WILL BE MADE IN WRITING PRIOR CITY
percent coverage of the required yard. MAXIMUM PROJECTION OF THE BUILDING FLOOR = 40 # LL 10 # DL ALL AREAS EXCEPT SLEEPING 2014 Illinois State Plumbing Code (IPC) 4 09-29-2025 Review #4
DEMOLITION/SITE PREPARATION NOTES: FLOOR = 40 # LL 10 # DL SLEEPING AREAS TO INSTALLATION TO THE OWNER AND THE ARCHITECT FOR
(C) Rear Yards. I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE ABOVE INFORMATION IS CORRECT AND ADHERES TO ALL FLOOR (ATTIC) = 40 # LL 10 # DL SLEEPING AREAS APPROVAL OF SUBSTITUTION!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! KEEP HIGHLAND PARK CLEAN !!! 3 09-24-2025 Review #3
(1) Whenever a lot abuts a public alley, one-half (½) of the width of that alley may be considered as a portion of 1. INSTALL TEMPORARY 6' HIGH CHAIN LINK FENCE AROUND THE CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK BUILDING AND ZONING REGULATIONS. GARAGE FLOOR = 50 # LL GARAGE FLOOR LL 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC)
the required rear yard. PROPOSED WORK AREA AS SHOWN ON THE DRAWING SITE IN ATTIC FLOOR (UNINHABITABLE WITHOUT STORAGE) = 10 # LL
KEEP STREETS AND WALKS FREE OF MUD 2 09-22-2025 Review #2
WASH DOWN VEHICLES BEFORE LEAVING SITE
(2) The building setback lines for all accessory uses and structures in the required rear yard of the frontmost lot ATTIC FLOOR (UNINHABITABLE WITH STORAGE) = 20 # LL 2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC) 1 09-15-2025 Review #1
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1
ACCORDANCE WITH VILLAGE ORDINANCE. WALL = 60 # PLF OR ACTUAL LOAD 1. NO SUBSTITUTION OF OSB FOR 2" CDX PYLWOOD DO NOT LITTER, USE DUMPSTER
adjacent to a lot-in-depth shall be ten (10) feet.
2. PROTECT EXISTING TREES >6" IN ACCORDANCE WITH VILLAGE TE
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N CEILING = 20psf LL 10 psf DL ROOF SLOPES OVER 3 IN 12 FOR ALL EXTERIOR WALLS AND BRACING. HIGHLAND KEEP EROSION MEASURES IN PLACE
(D) Accessory Buildings and Uses. 2018 International Fire Code (IFC)
PROJECT NO: 20250904
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(1) Except as provided by Subparagraph (2) hereinbelow, no accessory use or building shall be located within a ORDINANCE PRIOR TO THE START OF CONSTRUCTION. ST WAYNE L.
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ROOF = 30psf LL 10psf DL 2. NO SUBSTITUTION OF OSB FOR 34" CDX ON ALL SUB OBEY TRAFFIC RULES
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required front yard or required side yard. Detached accessory buildings or uses may be built or located in the 3. CALL JULIE 1-800-892-0123 48 HOURS BEFORE STARTING ANY 2018 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC)
required rear yard of any zoning district, provided: (a) the total floor area of all such accessory buildings or uses LI C
001-014710 T SNOW = 30 psf FLOORS AND ROOF.
ILLINOIS PARK IN DESIGNATED AREAS, NOT ON PARKWAY DRAWN BY: WAYNE L. ZEDIKER
on a lot do not occupy more than thirty percent (30 percent) of the required rear yard of the lot; (b) any structure
EXCAVATION WORK. E NS T
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2018 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) 3. ALL TJI'S , LVL AND PSL ARE PLYWOOD CORE. NO KEEP PAVEMENT AND WALKS OPEN FOR USE
E D A R C HI CATHEDRAL = 30 psf LL 15 psf DL ALL SLOPES
in the required rear yard must be constructed at least three (3) feet from the side and rear property lines of the 4. CONTRACTOR TO FIELD VERIFY DEPTH AND LOCATION OF ALL SUBSTITUTION. DRIVE SAFELY - WATCH FOR CHILDREN COPYRIGHT:
UTILITY SERVICES AND MAINS PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION.
FLOOR DEFLECTION L/480
1 2026 3 5 WLZ
lot upon which it would be located, provided that in the event the rear yard abuts a public alley, no building or
structure shall be constructed within twenty (20) feet of the side of the alley opposite the rear yard the alley
abuts; and (c) swimming pools (including decks and mechanical systems) and tennis courts must be at least
5. EXISTING HOUSE, DECK, DRIVEWAY, STOOP AND WALKARE TO BE WayneL.Zediker
SIGNATURE:_____________________________________ January 14,2026
DATE:____________________
EXTERIOR ROOF DECK = 100 # LL
EXTERIOR DECK = 100psf LL 10psf DL
2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC)
2024 Illinois Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
4. LOW VOC PAINT WILL BE USED ON ALL FINISHED
WALLS (LEVEL 4 PAINT) ,WATER BASED FLOORING
CONSTRUCTION CODE OF CONDUCT
THE CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK EXPECTS PROTECT ALL EXISTING TREES
ADVANCED ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN, LTD.
ten (10) feet from the side and rear lot lines in the required rear yards. (See illustration)
DEMOLISHED. MATERIALS SHALL BE DISPOSED IN ACCORDANCE STATE OF ILLINOIS SEAL BALCONY (EXTERIOR) = 100psf LL 10 # DL ALL CONSTRUCTION PERSONNEL TO
WITH APPLICABLE LOCAL ORDINANCES. 001-014710 DECK, PORCH, & STAIR RAILINGS & GUARDS = 50 #PLF AT TOP OF 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) AND PAINT GRADE MILLWORK. FOLLOW ALL RULES AND REGULATIONS
USE PROPER SNOW FENCING AROUND
SHEET TITLE
Accessory buildings with a roof NOT considered far in Highland Park ALL EXISTING TREES THAT WILL REMAIN
In Highland Park, Illinois, an accessory building with a roof is generally not considered "far" enough from the 6. PORTABLE TOILET SHALL NOT BE PLACED CLOSER THEN 5' TO ANY ILLINOIS REGISTRATION NO: RAILING OR 200 # OF POINT LOAD IN ANY DIRECTION 5. NO UREA -FORMALDEHYDE IN ANY OF THE ON THE SITE DURING CONSTRUCTION.
main building if it is within 100 feet. The city has additional strict regulations regarding setbacks, yard
EXPIRES 11/30/2026 GRAB BARS, SHOWER SEATS, & DRESSING ROOM BENCH SEATS PRODUCTS AS THEY ARE CANCER CAUSING, NO
COVER SHEET
2018 Illinois Accessibility Code (IAC)
placement, and overall size. PROPERTY LINE.
= 250 LBS APPLIED AT ANY DIRECTION AND ANY POINT
BE A GOOD NEIGHBOR
Key regulations for accessory structures
7. CONSTRUCTION STOCKPILE SHALL NOT BE PLACED CLOSER THAN Professional Design Firm Architect Corp. MDF, NO OSB, NO PARTICLE BOARD.
The following rules, found in the Highland Park Code of Ordinances, apply to accessory structures like sheds,
Advanced Architectural Design Limited
International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, 2018 Edition, DO NOT TRESPASS
RESPECT THE ENVIRONMENT
garages, and other roofed buildings: 5' TO ANY PROPERTY LINE AND SHALL NOT EXCEED 8' IN HEIGHT. Codes and Local Amendments Can be Viewed at: 6. ALL MILLWORK WILL BE BIRCH PLYWOOD CABINETS KEEP THE NOISE LEVEL DOWN
Distance from other buildings: A detached accessory structure must be located a minimum of 10 feet from any 184.002123 WIND SPEED = 107 MPH USE ONSITE PORTABLE TOILET FOLLOW THE STORM MGT. PLAN
8. A DUMPSTER OF ADEQUATE SIZE FOR THE CONTAINMENT AND EXPIRES 04/30/2027 • International Code Council (ICC): https://codes.iccsafe.org/ WITH SOLID PAINT GRADE DOORS OR VENEER. NO OPEN FIRES OR BURNING PROTECT PARKWAY TREES
other structure on the property, including the principal house. DEPTH OF 1'-0" 3000PSF CLAY BEARING CAPACITY OF SOIL
Location on lot: You can only place accessory structures in the side or rear yards, not the front yard. DISPOSAL OF ALL JOB SITE REFUSE IS REQUIRED TO BE ON SITE 7. ALL CASING, BASE, CHAIR RAILS, AND CROWN VIOLATORS MAY RESULT IN STOP WORK
Setbacks from lot lines:
FOR THE DURATION OF THE CONSTRUCTION • Illinois State Codes: https://www2.illinois.gov/cdb/business/codes/
MOLDING WILL BE PAINT GRADE POPLAR NO WORK HOURS ORDER, TICKET OR REVOKED PERMIT
Sheds and detached garages must be a minimum of 5 feet from the side and rear property lines. CONTACT: FOR ASSISTANCE CALL:
BUILDING HAS FULL
MONDAY THRU SATURDAY 7AM-6PM
Fire-resistant construction may be required for structures larger than 120 square feet that are located less than 9. EXISTING TOPOGRAPHY IS SURVEYED BY BONO CONSULTING, INC. • Local Amendments in Title XVII Building Regulations:
SUBSTITUTION. POLICE DEPARTMENT CALL 911
5 feet from a property line. WAYNE L. ZEDIKER ARCHITECT NCARB, ALA, AIA Amendments to the Newly Adopted Building Codes
SUNDAYS AND HOLIDAYS 10AM-6PM
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Placement relative to the principal building: No accessory building is permitted to be constructed beyond the
building line of the main residence. 410 NORTH MAPLE STREET MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS 60056
SPRINKLER SYSTEM
Amendments to the Property Maintenance and Housing Code
3 5 6
Overall size: Accessory structures are limited in total floor area. The specific maximum size often depends on
CELL PHONE: 847-204-5309
1 2 4
the type of structure and the size of the rear yard. Recent ordinance amendments may also affect rear yard
coverage for detached garages.
SHEET NO. OF NO. 42
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PROJECT DATUM
North (Front) Elevation of house. 0'-0" ON PLAN
Note: Garage doors are not visible CORRELATES
directly from the street T/F 653.75' CCD
OWNERSHIP & USE OF DOCUMENTS:
· INSTRUMENTS OF SERVICE - THE DRAWINGS,
SPECIFICATIONS AND OTHER DOCUMENTS (OR
ANY PART THEREOF) FURNISHED BY THE
ARCHITECT ARE INSTRUMENTS OF SERVICE AND
SHALL NOT BECOME THE PROPERTY OF CLIENT
WHETHER OR NOT THE PROJECT FOR WHICH
THEY ARE MADE IS COMMENCED, IN PROGRESS
OR COMPLETED. SUCH DOCUMENTS ARE
CREATED FOR SOLE USE BY THE ARCHITECT AND
BUILDER IN COMPLETING THE PROJECT AND THE
INFORMATION THEREIN MAY NOT BE SUFFICIENT
FOR USE BY OTHERS.
· USE -THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS FURNISHED
BY THE ARCHITECT OR BUILDER OR ITS
CONTRACTORS SHALL NOT BE USED BY CLIENT
ON UNRELATED PROJECTS OR OTHER PROPERTY
UNLESS THE PARTIES AGREE IN WRITING AND
BUILDER IS EQUITABLY COMPENSATED PRIOR TO
SUCH USE. RIGHTS TO OWNERSHIP - ARCHITECT
SHALL BE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE OWNER OF
THE DESIGN AND LIKENESS OF THE PROJECT
AND SHALL BE DEEMED THE SOLE OWNER OF,
AND RETAIN ALL RIGHTS TO, COPYRIGHT
INTERESTS IN AND TO THE PROJECT, EITHER IN
PART OR IN WHOLE.
· DISTRIBUTION - SUBMISSION OR DISTRIBUTION
OF DOCUMENTS TO MEET OFFICIAL REGULATORY
REQUIREMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE
PROJECT IS NOT TO BE CONSTRUED IN ANY
MANNER AS PUBLICATION IN DEROGATION OF
ARCHITECT OR COMMON LAW COPYRIGHTS OR
OTHER RESERVED RIGHTS. EXCEPT AS
E E OTHERWISE PROVIDED, CLIENT SHALL OWN
NEITHER THE DOCUMENTS NOR THE
COPYRIGHTS. IF THIS AGREEMENT IS
TERMINATED BEFORE SC ALL COPIES OF THE
CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND ANY SAMPLES,
MOCK-UPS AND/OR ADDENDA SHALL PROMPTLY
BE RETURNED TO ARCHITECT EXCEPT AS
OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN THIS AGREEMENT.
· WRITTEN DIMENSIONS ON THESE DRAWINGS
SHALL HAVE PRECEDENCE OVER SCALE
DIMENSIONS. CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY AND
BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL DIMENSIONS AND
CONDITIONS ON THE JOB. THE ARCHITECT MUST
BE NOTIFIED OF ANY VARIATIONS FROM THE
DIMENSIONS AND CONDITIONS SHOWN BY THESE
DRAWINGS.
FLAT ROOF VENT AS REQUIRED
TEMPERED GLASS SKYLIGHT ON 12" PRESSURE TREATED CURB
10"Ø CHIMNEY WITH SPARK ARRESTOR
T/ROOF
ELEVATION: (±) 33'-6"
T UNIT GLASS AND / OR MULTIPLE UNIT GLASS
SHALL BE INSULATED TEMPERED SAFETY GLASS
D D
AS PER ANSI'S SPECIFICATIONS
E ALL EGRESS OR RESCUE WINDOWS FROM SLEEPING ROOMS
MUST HAVE A MINIMUM NET CLEAR OPENING OF FIVE AND THREE
- FOURTHS SQUARE FEET (5.75) SQ.FT.). THE MINIMUM NET CLEAR POWDER COATED
OPENING HEIGHT DIMENSION SHALL BE TWENTY- FOUR INCHES RAILING METAL
(24"). THE MINIMUM NET CLEAR OPENING WIDTH DIMENSION SYSTEM (TYPICAL)
SHALL BE TWENTY INCHES (20"), EXCEPT THAT CASEMENT EE-A5.1 EE-A5.1 EE-A5.1
WINDOWS HAVING A SILL HEIGHT OF NOT GREATER THAN EIGHT
INCHES (8") ABOVE FINISHED FLOOR SHALL PROVIDE A MINIMUM
NET CLEAR OPENING WIDTH DIMENSION OF FOURTEEN INCHES
(14"). WHERE WINDOWS ARE PROVIDED AS A MEANS OF EGRESS
OR RESCUE THEY SHALL HAVE A SILL HEIGHT OF NOT MORE
FORTY FOUR INCHES (44") ABOVE THE FINISHED FLOOR. T T E T E T
E T E T E E T E T E
J-A5.1 J-A5.1 J-A5.1 J-A5.1 J-A5.1 J-A5.1 J-A5.1 J-A5.1
1
33'-64"
C-A5.1
T/SUBFLOOR (SECOND LEVEL)
ELEVATION: (±) 14'-3 7/8"
T
7
14'-38"
B-A5.1 B-A5.1 B-A5.1 B-A5.1 B-A5.1 B-A5.1
C GG-A5.1 T T T T T GG-A5.1 C PROJECT LOCATION:
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T/SUB-FLOOR (FIRST LEVEL)
ELEVATION: (±) 1'-2 1/8"
HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS 60035
1'-21"
T/FOUNDATION WALL 8 PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECT SEAL:
Advanced Architectural Design, Ltd
ELEVATION: (±) 0'-0" = 653.75' 6"
410 North Maple Street
4'-0"
Mt Prospect, IL 60056
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L IC EC
E N I
T/LOWER LEVEL SLAB
SE T
ELEVATION: (-) 8'- 6"
D A R CH
BOT/FOOTING
ELEVATION: (-) 9'-10"
SIGNED:
WayneL.Zediker
WAYNE L. ZEDIKER ARCHITECT
BOT/FOOTING
ELEVATION: (-) 12'-6"
·
·
30 YEAR ARCHITECTURAL GRADE SLATE SHINGLES
ALUMINUM GUTTERS AND DOWNSPOUTS OVER ALUMINUM FASCIA.
January 14, 2026
ALUMINUM SOFFIT WITH INTEGRAL SOFFIT VENT. STATE OF ILLINOIS SEAL
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·
· SHEET METAL FLASHING OVER WINDOWS DOORS AND WOOD TRIM 001-014710
· SHEET METAL FLASHING AT ALL ROOF AND WALL INTERSECTIONS ILLINOIS REGISTRATION NO:
· 1 X 2 EDGE BOARD OVER 1 X 8 RAKE BOARD EXPIRES 11/30/2026
· ALL RAKE AND OVERHANGS ARE 1'-4" UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0" Professional Design Firm Architect Corp.
· SENERGY STUCCO SYSTEM FOR EXTERIOR FIELD.
0 2' 4' 8' Advanced Architectural Design Limited
B 184.002123
EXPIRES 04/30/2027
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK STATEMENT COMPLIANCE:
I CERTIFY THAT THESE DRAWINGS WERE PREPARED BY
ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND CONTROL
AND THAT TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF
COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE HIGHLAND
PARK BUILDING CODES.
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MARK DATE DESCRIPTION
17 2-4-2026 Permit Set
16 1-26-2026 Revised Electrical Plans
15 1-23-2026 Revised Entrance Foyer
14 1-22-2026 Revised Entrance Foyer, Bedroom 2&3
13 1-14-2026 Permit Set
12 1-12-2026 Review #10 Permit Review
11 12-8-2025 Review #9 Permit Review
10 11-7-2025 Review #8 Design Development
9 10-16-2025 Zoning Review
8 10-10-2025 Print Final
7 10-9-2025 Review #7 Final Design Development
PRINTED: 02/04/2026 - 1:50pm
6 10-6-2025 Review #6
5 10-2-2025 Review #5
4 09-29-2025 Review #4
3 09-24-2025 Review #3
2 09-22-2025 Review #2
1 09-15-2025 Review #1
A A PROJECT NO: 20250904
DRAWN BY: WAYNE L. ZEDIKER
COPYRIGHT:
ADVANCED ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN, LTD.
SHEET TITLE
NORTH ELEVATION
3 5 6 A2.1
1 2 4 SHEET NO. OF NO. 42
Page 54 of 72
1 2 3 4 5 6
PROJECT DATUM
East / West Elevation of garage doors, 0'-0" ON PLAN
as seen when standing in interior CORRELATES
courtyard (within residence property) T/F 653.75' CCD
OWNERSHIP & USE OF DOCUMENTS:
· INSTRUMENTS OF SERVICE - THE DRAWINGS,
SPECIFICATIONS AND OTHER DOCUMENTS (OR
ANY PART THEREOF) FURNISHED BY THE
ARCHITECT ARE INSTRUMENTS OF SERVICE AND
SHALL NOT BECOME THE PROPERTY OF CLIENT
WHETHER OR NOT THE PROJECT FOR WHICH
THEY ARE MADE IS COMMENCED, IN PROGRESS
OR COMPLETED. SUCH DOCUMENTS ARE
CREATED FOR SOLE USE BY THE ARCHITECT AND
BUILDER IN COMPLETING THE PROJECT AND THE
INFORMATION THEREIN MAY NOT BE SUFFICIENT
FOR USE BY OTHERS.
· USE -THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS FURNISHED
BY THE ARCHITECT OR BUILDER OR ITS
CONTRACTORS SHALL NOT BE USED BY CLIENT
ON UNRELATED PROJECTS OR OTHER PROPERTY
UNLESS THE PARTIES AGREE IN WRITING AND
BUILDER IS EQUITABLY COMPENSATED PRIOR TO
SUCH USE. RIGHTS TO OWNERSHIP - ARCHITECT
SHALL BE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE OWNER OF
THE DESIGN AND LIKENESS OF THE PROJECT
AND SHALL BE DEEMED THE SOLE OWNER OF,
AND RETAIN ALL RIGHTS TO, COPYRIGHT
INTERESTS IN AND TO THE PROJECT, EITHER IN
PART OR IN WHOLE.
· DISTRIBUTION - SUBMISSION OR DISTRIBUTION
OF DOCUMENTS TO MEET OFFICIAL REGULATORY
REQUIREMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE
PROJECT IS NOT TO BE CONSTRUED IN ANY
MANNER AS PUBLICATION IN DEROGATION OF
ARCHITECT OR COMMON LAW COPYRIGHTS OR
OTHER RESERVED RIGHTS. EXCEPT AS
E E OTHERWISE PROVIDED, CLIENT SHALL OWN
NEITHER THE DOCUMENTS NOR THE
COPYRIGHTS. IF THIS AGREEMENT IS
TERMINATED BEFORE SC ALL COPIES OF THE
CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND ANY SAMPLES,
MOCK-UPS AND/OR ADDENDA SHALL PROMPTLY
BE RETURNED TO ARCHITECT EXCEPT AS
OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN THIS AGREEMENT.
· WRITTEN DIMENSIONS ON THESE DRAWINGS
SHALL HAVE PRECEDENCE OVER SCALE
DIMENSIONS. CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY AND
BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL DIMENSIONS AND
CONDITIONS ON THE JOB. THE ARCHITECT MUST
BE NOTIFIED OF ANY VARIATIONS FROM THE
DIMENSIONS AND CONDITIONS SHOWN BY THESE
DRAWINGS.
T/ROOF T/ROOF
ELEVATION: (±) 33'-6" ELEVATION: (±) 33'-6"
T UNIT GLASS AND / OR MULTIPLE UNIT GLASS
SHALL BE INSULATED TEMPERED SAFETY GLASS
AS PER ANSI'S SPECIFICATIONS
E ALL EGRESS OR RESCUE WINDOWS FROM SLEEPING ROOMS
MUST HAVE A MINIMUM NET CLEAR OPENING OF FIVE AND THREE
D D
- FOURTHS SQUARE FEET (5.75) SQ.FT.). THE MINIMUM NET CLEAR
OPENING HEIGHT DIMENSION SHALL BE TWENTY- FOUR INCHES
· 30 YEAR ARCHITECTURAL GRADE SLATE SHINGLES
(24"). THE MINIMUM NET CLEAR OPENING WIDTH DIMENSION
· ALUMINUM GUTTERS AND DOWNSPOUTS OVER ALUMINUM FASCIA.
SHALL BE TWENTY INCHES (20"), EXCEPT THAT CASEMENT
· ALUMINUM SOFFIT WITH INTEGRAL SOFFIT VENT.
WINDOWS HAVING A SILL HEIGHT OF NOT GREATER THAN EIGHT
· SHEET METAL FLASHING OVER WINDOWS DOORS AND WOOD TRIM
INCHES (8") ABOVE FINISHED FLOOR SHALL PROVIDE A MINIMUM
· SHEET METAL FLASHING AT ALL ROOF AND WALL INTERSECTIONS
NET CLEAR OPENING WIDTH DIMENSION OF FOURTEEN INCHES
· 1 X 2 EDGE BOARD OVER 1 X 8 RAKE BOARD
(14"). WHERE WINDOWS ARE PROVIDED AS A MEANS OF EGRESS
· ALL RAKE AND OVERHANGS ARE 1'-4" UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE
OR RESCUE THEY SHALL HAVE A SILL HEIGHT OF NOT MORE
· SENERGY STUCCO SYSTEM FOR EXTERIOR FIELD.
FORTY FOUR INCHES (44") ABOVE THE FINISHED FLOOR.
METAL FLASHING (TYPICAL)
TEMPERED GLASS
33'-61" 33'-61" TEMPERED GLASS
4 4
T/SUBFLOOR (SECOND LEVEL) T/SUBFLOOR (SECOND LEVEL)
ELEVATION: (±) 14'-3 7/8" ELEVATION: (±) 14'-3 7/8"
TEMPERED GLASS
14'-37" 14'-37"
8 8 TEMPERED GLASS
C C PROJECT LOCATION:
Hargey Family Residence
1726 PARK AVENUE WEST
T/SUB-FLOOR (FIRST LEVEL)
ELEVATION: (±) 1'-2 1/8"
T/SUB-FLOOR (FIRST LEVEL)
ELEVATION: (±) 1'-2 1/8"
HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS 60035
1'-281"
1 STONE SILL
1'-28"
T/FOUNDATION WALL T/FOUNDATION WALL PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECT SEAL:
Advanced Architectural Design, Ltd
ELEVATION: (±) 0'-0" = 653.75' ELEVATION: (±) 0'-0" = 653.75' 6"
STONE SILL
410 North Maple Street
4'-0" 4'-0"
Mt Prospect, IL 60056
9'-10" 9'-10" O F IL L
TE I
BOT/FOOTING
8'-6" BOT/FOOTING
8'-6" A N
ELEVATION: (-) 4'-0" ELEVATION: (-) 4'-0" ST OI
WAYNE L.
12'-6" 12'-6"
S
ZEDIKER
001-014710
GARAGE EAST ELEVATION GARAGE WEST ELEVATION
T
INSULATED "CLOPLAY" GARAGE DOOR" (TYPICAL) INSULATED "CLOPLAY" GARAGE DOOR" (TYPICAL) L IC EC
E N I
T/LOWER LEVEL SLAB T/LOWER LEVEL SLAB
SE T
ELEVATION: (-) 8'- 6" ELEVATION: (-) 8'- 6"
D A R CH
BOT/FOOTING
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0" BOT/FOOTING
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
ELEVATION: (-) 9'-10"
0 2' 4' 8'
ELEVATION: (-) 9'-10"
0 2' 4' 8'
SIGNED:
WayneL.Zediker
WAYNE L. ZEDIKER ARCHITECT
BOT/FOOTING
ELEVATION: (-) 12'-6" SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"
BOT/FOOTING
ELEVATION: (-) 12'-6" January 14, 2026
SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0" STATE OF ILLINOIS SEAL
001-014710
ILLINOIS REGISTRATION NO:
EXPIRES 11/30/2026
Professional Design Firm Architect Corp.
Advanced Architectural Design Limited
B 184.002123
EXPIRES 04/30/2027
CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK STATEMENT COMPLIANCE:
I CERTIFY THAT THESE DRAWINGS WERE PREPARED BY
ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND CONTROL
AND THAT TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF
COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE HIGHLAND
PARK BUILDING CODES.
FILE: C:\Users\I9\Documents\Autodesk\My Projects\2025 9 4 Hargey Residence\Sheets\A2.5.dwg
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MARK DATE DESCRIPTION
17 2-4-2026 Permit Set
16 1-26-2026 Revised Electrical Plans
15 1-23-2026 Revised Entrance Foyer
14 1-22-2026 Revised Entrance Foyer, Bedroom 2&3
13 1-14-2026 Permit Set
12 1-12-2026 Review #10 Permit Review
11 12-8-2025 Review #9 Permit Review
10 11-7-2025 Review #8 Design Development
9 10-16-2025 Zoning Review
8 10-10-2025 Print Final
7 10-9-2025 Review #7 Final Design Development
PRINTED: 02/04/2026 - 1:51pm
6 10-6-2025 Review #6
5 10-2-2025 Review #5
4 09-29-2025 Review #4
3 09-24-2025 Review #3
2 09-22-2025 Review #2
1 09-15-2025 Review #1
A A PROJECT NO: 20250904
DRAWN BY: WAYNE L. ZEDIKER
COPYRIGHT:
ADVANCED ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN, LTD.
SHEET TITLE
WEST AND EAST
GARAGE ELEVATIONS
A2.5
1 2 3 4 5 6 SHEET NO. OF NO. 42
Page 55 of 72
1 2 3 4 5 6
PROJECT DATUM
Foundation plan showing (6) garage 0'-0" ON PLAN
door openings of 9'-0" wide each for a CORRELATES
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 total of 54 lineal feet T/F 653.75' CCD
102'-0"
OWNERSHIP & USE OF DOCUMENTS:
21'-0" 8'-0" 16'-93
4"
1"
5'-24 1"
5'-24 3"
16'-94 8'-0" 21'-0"
A-A · INSTRUMENTS OF SERVICE - THE DRAWINGS,
B-B
4'-0" 13'-0" 4'-0" A3.1 4'-0" 13'-0" 4'-0" SPECIFICATIONS AND OTHER DOCUMENTS (OR
A3.2
ANY PART THEREOF) FURNISHED BY THE
ARCHITECT ARE INSTRUMENTS OF SERVICE AND
SHALL NOT BECOME THE PROPERTY OF CLIENT
A 1'-0" 1'-0"
A WHETHER OR NOT THE PROJECT FOR WHICH
THEY ARE MADE IS COMMENCED, IN PROGRESS
NOTES: OR COMPLETED. SUCH DOCUMENTS ARE
2'-0" 2'-0" CREATED FOR SOLE USE BY THE ARCHITECT AND
· CONCRETE AND OTHER RELATED WORK SHALL CONFORM TO ACI 318-08 CODE. CONCRETE SHALL HAVE COMPRESSIVE BUILDER IN COMPLETING THE PROJECT AND THE
BENDING STRENGTH OF 3000 PSI AT 28 DAYS. CONCRETE LOCATED IN SEVERE AREAS SHALL HAVE COMPRESSIVE INFORMATION THEREIN MAY NOT BE SUFFICIENT
STRENGTH OF 3500 PSI AT 28 DAYS.
· REINFORCEMENT BARS SHALL CONFORM TO ASTM GRADE 60. ADEQUATE SPLICE LENGTH SHALL BE PROVIDED AS PER
FOR USE BY OTHERS.
ACI CODE 318-95.
T/CONCRETE SLAB (HIGH POINT) · ALL STRUCTURAL STEEL MEMBERS INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, I BEAMS, PLATES, LINTEL ANGLES ETC. SHALL · USE -THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS FURNISHED
ELEVATION:(-) 0'-4" = (653.50') CONFORM TO AISC CODE AND SHALL BE OF ASTM GRADE A36. BY THE ARCHITECT OR BUILDER OR ITS
CONCRETE CONTRACTOR SHALL FURNISH ALL LABOR AND MATERIALS TO COMPLETE THE WORK AS DESCRIBED HERE
·
CONTRACTORS SHALL NOT BE USED BY CLIENT
AND ELSEWHERE IN THE PLANS.
T/CONCRETE SLAB (LOW POINT) ON UNRELATED PROJECTS OR OTHER PROPERTY
ELEVATION:(-) 0'-6" = (653.25) 9'-0" 9'-0"
UNLESS THE PARTIES AGREE IN WRITING AND
BUILDER IS EQUITABLY COMPENSATED PRIOR TO
SOIL CONDITIONS SUCH USE. RIGHTS TO OWNERSHIP - ARCHITECT
T/CONCRETE FOUNDATION WALL
ELEVATION: (±) 0'-0" =(653.75) SHALL BE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE OWNER OF
THE DESIGN AND LIKENESS OF THE PROJECT
BOTTOM FOOTING
AND SHALL BE DEEMED THE SOLE OWNER OF,
ELEVATION:(-)4'-0"
T/CONCRETE FOUNDATION WALL AND RETAIN ALL RIGHTS TO, COPYRIGHT
ELEVATION: (±) 0'-0" =(653.75) INTERESTS IN AND TO THE PROJECT, EITHER IN
2'-0" 2'-0" PART OR IN WHOLE.
BOTTOM FOOTING
ELEVATION:(-)4'-0"
· DISTRIBUTION - SUBMISSION OR DISTRIBUTION
OF DOCUMENTS TO MEET OFFICIAL REGULATORY
REQUIREMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE
3'-6" X 10" CONCRETE WALL WITH 2 - # 5 PROJECT IS NOT TO BE CONSTRUED IN ANY
BARS TOP & BOTTOM
SOIL BEARING PRESSURE USED IN DESIGN AS PER SOILS TEST REPORT:
MANNER AS PUBLICATION IN DEROGATION OF
36'-0" 36'-0"
1'-0"X1'-10" CONTINUOUS FOOTING ·
TOP FOUNDATION WALL: (±) 0'-0" = 653.00' ARCHITECT OR COMMON LAW COPYRIGHTS OR
35'-0" 35'-0"
10" T/WALL T/WALL
9'-0" 9'-0"
·
OTHER RESERVED RIGHTS. EXCEPT AS
E E
ELEVATION: (-) 0'-10" · BOTTOM OF FOOTING: (-) 9'-10" = 643.16 ELEVATION: (-) 0'-10"
· 3000 PSF WAS ASSUMED AT DEPTH OF (-) '-0" = 650.00' OTHERWISE PROVIDED, CLIENT SHALL OWN
· ALL FOUNDATION EXCAVATIONS SHALL BE INSPECTED BY A QUALIFIED SOILS ENGINEER TO VERIFY THE ASSUMED NEITHER THE DOCUMENTS NOR THE
1'-10" SOIL BEARING PRESSURE. COPYRIGHTS. IF THIS AGREEMENT IS
4" CONCRETE SLAB ON GRADE ALL SLAB-ON-GRADE AREAS SHALL BE PROOF ROLLED WITH THE HEAVIEST AVAILABLE EQUIPMENT (MIN. 25 TONS). 4" CONCRETE SLAB ON GRADE
· TERMINATED BEFORE SC ALL COPIES OF THE
REINFORCED WITH 6x6-W2.1xW2.1 ALL SOFT SPOTS ENCOUNTERED SHALL BE REMOVED AND REPLACED TO FINISHED GRADE WITH APPROVED FILL REINFORCED WITH 6x6-W2.1xW2.1
W.W.F. (TYP.) PITCH SLAB AS MATERIAL. FILL MATERIAL FOR ALL SLAB AREAS SHALL BE PLACED IN LAYERS NOT EXCEEDING 9" AND COMPACTED W.W.F. (TYP.) PITCH SLAB AS CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND ANY SAMPLES,
REQUIRED + 6 MIL VAPOR BARRIER + TO A MINIMUM DENSITY OF 95% OBTAINED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ASTM D 1557 (COHESIVE SOILS) OR 75% RELATIVE REQUIRED + 6 MIL VAPOR BARRIER + MOCK-UPS AND/OR ADDENDA SHALL PROMPTLY
2" EXTRUDED RIGID INSULATION DENSITY OBTAINED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ASTM D 4253 & D 4254 (COHESIONAL SOILS), UNTIL FINAL GRADE IS 2" EXTRUDED RIGID INSULATION Stormwater Management: All BE RETURNED TO ARCHITECT EXCEPT AS
UNDER SLAB. 2'-0" ATTAINED. PLACE BACKFILL EQUALLY ON BOTH SIDES OF FOUNDATION WALLS. 2'-0" UNDER SLAB. downspouts, inlets, and sump OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN THIS AGREEMENT.
pumps must be connected to the
public storm sewer system.
· WRITTEN DIMENSIONS ON THESE DRAWINGS
44'-0" SHALL HAVE PRECEDENCE OVER SCALE
DIMENSIONS. CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY AND
8'-0" 22'-0" 22'-0" 8'-0" 4" THICK CONCRETE SLAB WITH 6X6 W1.4XW1.4 WWF 2 X 6 WALL BOTTOM PLATE BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL DIMENSIONS AND
OVER 5" COMPACTED GRANULAR FILL AND 6" MIL. CONDITIONS ON THE JOB. THE ARCHITECT MUST
POLY. VAPOR BARRIER. OVERLAP VAPOR BARRIER
SEAMS 12" MINIMUM IN EACH DIRECTION BE NOTIFIED OF ANY VARIATIONS FROM THE
9'-0" 9'-0" 1 14" TIMBER STRAND RIM JOIST
2" EXTRUDED RIGID INSULATION UNDER SLAB DIMENSIONS AND CONDITIONS SHOWN BY THESE
3
4" CDX PLYWOOD (NO SUBSTITUTE) DRAWINGS.
2 X 6 SILL PLATE
1'-21 5'-53 1"65" 10'-41" 65 1 5'-53
1"
Slab on grade 4"
Slab on grade
1'-24 1'-24
4" 8 2 8"1'-24" 4"
TJI 560 X 11 78" SEE FRAMING PLAN
6" GAS CURB T/FOUNDATION 6" GAS CURB T/FOUNDATION WALL
ELEVATION:(-) 0'-6" ELEVATION: (±) 0'-0" = 653.75'
REVERSE BRICK LEDGE +0'-9"
2'-0" BOTTOM FOOTING 2'-0"
B ELEVATION:(-)4'-0"
RECESS TOP OF WALL
ELEVATION: (-)0'-6"
4'-4" B 1
2" Ø X 12" X 3"ANCHOR BOLT
31'-041"
10"
8'-0" 2'-0" 2'-0" 8'-0"
DISCHARGE DOWNSPOUTS
4"Ø FILTER FIBER TO GRADE AND DIRECT RUNOFF
2"Ø SCHEDULE 40PVC 3'-2" SOCK COVERED TO FRONT & REAR YARD (TYP.) 8'-6"
D B1 8'-10"
D
DRAIN TILE
1'-4"
B1 9'-10" 9'-10"
8"
2 PROVIDE SLEEVE
THRU FOOTING
(TYPICAL)
2'-8"
DISCHARGE DOWNSPOUTS TO
scA
GRADE AND DIRECT RUNOFF TO
5'-0" FRONT YARD (TYP.) 5'-0" 5'-0"
2'-321"
C Stormwater Management: All
5 12" x 12" x 21" BASE PLATE
11" HEIGHT POCKET
5 21" x 12" x 12" BASE PLATE
11" HEIGHT POCKET C
PROVIDE AIR GAP FOR SUMP PUMP PIPE ABOVE GRADE
downspouts, inlets, and sump
pumps must be connected to the
public storm sewer system. 4"
4'-0" NOTE: PROVIDE 2-#5 REBARS ON EACH
SIDES AND DIAGONALLY ON CORNERS ACTIVE RADON
OF WINDOW. EXTEND REBARS 1'-8" BASEMENT WINDOW: MITIGATION SYSTEM SUMP PUMP WITH 30"
2" Ø WATER SUPPLY LINE 1'-0"
BEYOND SIDES OD OPENING
3" EXTENSION BELOW BOT/FOOTING
1 3-1/2"Ø RADON GAS MITIGATION 4" Ø VENTED 9'-68
SEE A5.1 FOR WINDOW DIMENSIONS SYSTEM PVC VENT PIPE THRU ROOF FOOTING ELEVATION: (-)9'-10"
PROVIDE METAL AREA WELL PROJECTED 4'-0" WITH A METAL LADDER FLOOR DRAIN PROVIDE SLEEVE
INSTALL AS PER EPA GUIDELINES
110'-4" 110'-4"
TOILET 3'-0"
DRAIN
PERMANENTLY AFFIXED TO WINDOW WELL FOR EXIT AND THE METAL GRATE. FOR DETAILS , SEE SHEET A4.02 THRU FOOTING
PROVIDE 4" Ø PVC STAND PIPE TO DRAIN TILE AND GRATE BUILDING SECTIONS (TYPICAL)
5'-4" FILL WELL WITH STONE
NOTE: PROVIDE 10'-0" (MIN.) SEPARATION
DETAIL 2
21'-2"
13
C-C C-C
A3.3
4" Ø VENTED HSS 4 x 4 x 5/16" 18'-916 " A3.3
FLOOR DRAIN 8" X 8" x 1/2" BASE PLATE
8"w x 17" DEEP POCKET PLUMBING WALL MOUNTED TOILET C1 (4) 1/2" Ø X 6" HILTI ANCHOR BOLTS
5 1/2" X 9 1/2" x1/2" TOP PLATE
4" Ø VENTED
23'-8"
SCALE: 1/2" = 1'-0"
BETWEEN SUMP PUMP & EJECTOR PUMP
3'-0" 3'-0" BEAM POCKET GROUT 5'-0" x 5'-0" x 16" CONCRETE FOOTING FLOOR DRAIN
POCKET WITH MORTAR 3'-0" 3'-0"
5'-0" 5'-0" 5'-0" 5'-0" PROVIDE SLEEVE
TOILET
THRU FOOTING
EJECTOR PIT DRAIN
6"Ø PVC SCHEDULE 40
16'-0" 15'-2" 16'-0" 15'-2" 16'-0" (TYPICAL)
SEWER DISCHARGE
3'-0"
C1 C1 C1
EJECTOR PIT
C 3'-0" 2 X 6 WALL BOTTOM PLATE
C PROJECT LOCATION:
3 - 2 X4 SILL PLATE
Hargey Family Residence
4" Ø VENTED
FLOOR DRAIN T/FOUNDATION
5'-0" 5'-0" 5'-0" 5'-0" 3'-0" scB 1 41" TIMBER STRAND RIM JOIST
3 1726 PARK AVENUE WEST
ELEVATION:(±) 0'-0" 4" CDX PLYWOOD (NO SUBSTITUTE)
REVERSE BRICK LEDGE
BOTTOM FOOTING 8"w x 17" DEEP POCKET SANITARY
CLEANOUT
2 X 6 SILL PLATE HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS 60035
ELEVATION:(-)12'-6" BEAM POCKET GROUT
44'-2"
PROVIDE AIR GAP FOR SUMP PUMP PIPE ABOVE GRADE
POCKET WITH MORTAR PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECT SEAL:
TJI 560 X 11 78" SEE FRAMING PLAN
4'-10" Advanced Architectural Design, Ltd
D
9"
PROVIDE SLEEVE
THRU FOOTING
2 X 6 @16"O.C. STUD WALL T/FOUNDATION WALL
ELEVATION: (±) 0'-0" = 653.75'
410 North Maple Street
(TYPICAL) SEE SHEET A5.1
5'-0" x 5'-0" x1'-4" DEEP (TYPICAL)
4"
Mt Prospect, IL 60056
NOTE: PROVIDE 2-#5 REBARS ON EACH FOR OPENING DIMENSIONS
SUMP PUMP WITH 30" EXTENSION BELOW FOOTING SIDES AND DIAGONALLY ON CORNERS 1
T/FOUNDATION 2" Ø X 12" X 3"ANCHOR BOLT
OF WINDOW. EXTEND REBARS 1'-8"
ELEVATION:(-)8'-6" O F IL L
BEYOND SIDES OD OPENING
4" THICK CONCRETE BASEMENT SLAB WITH 6X6 TE I
STEP FOOTING DOWN NOTE: PROVIDE 2-#5 REBARS ON EACH BOTTOM FOOTING 10" A N
W1.4XW1.4 WWF OVER 5" COMPACTED GRANULAR ST OI
SIDES AND DIAGONALLY ON CORNERS FILL AND 6" MIL. POLY. VAPOR BARRIER. OVERLAP ELEVATION:(-)12'-6" WAYNE L.
5'-6" 12'-6" OF WINDOW. EXTEND REBARS 1'-8" ZEDIKER
S
VAPOR BARRIER SEAMS 12" MINIMUM IN EACH
BEYOND SIDES OD OPENING DIRECTION 001-014710
T/FOUNDATION
22'-1118"
T
T/FOUNDATION 2" EXTRUDED RIGID INSULATION UNDER SLAB L IC
23'-0"
ELEVATION:(-) 0'-6" NOTE: PROVIDE 2-#5 REBARS ON EACH
EC
ELEVATION:(-)8'-6" E N I
SIDES AND DIAGONALLY ON CORNERS SE T
BOTTOM FOOTING BOTTOM FOOTING OF WINDOW. EXTEND REBARS 1'-8" D A R CH
STEP SLAB DOWN 6" BEYOND SIDES OD OPENING
ELEVATION:(-)12'-6" ELEVATION:(-)12'-6" 9'-7"
17'-8"
D-D
A3.4
SLOPE TO DRAIN
12'-021" 13'-021" 13'-021" 12'-012" 15'-4" D-D
A3.4
9'-10"
8'-10"
8'-6"
9'-10" SIGNED:
WayneL.Zediker
WAYNE L. ZEDIKER ARCHITECT
REVERSE BRICK LEDGE +0'-9" January 14, 2026
NOTE: PROVIDE 2-#5 REBARS ON EACH T/CONCRETE FOUNDATION WALL STATE OF ILLINOIS SEAL
4" THICK CONCRETE BASEMENT SLAB WITH 6X6
W1.4XW1.4 WWF OVER 5" COMPACTED GRANULAR SIDES AND DIAGONALLY ON CORNERS
OF WINDOW. EXTEND REBARS 1'-8"
ELEVATION:(±) 0'-0" =(653.75') 001-014710
FILL AND 6" MIL. POLY. VAPOR BARRIER. OVERLAP BOTTOM FOOTING ILLINOIS REGISTRATION NO:
VAPOR BARRIER SEAMS 12" MINIMUM IN EACH BEYOND SIDES OD OPENING
ELEVATION:(-)9'-10" EXPIRES 11/30/2026
DIRECTION 1'-10"
2" EXTRUDED RIGID INSULATION UNDER SLAB 3'-2" Professional Design Firm Architect Corp.
6'-10" 5 12" x 12" x 21" BASE PLATE
Advanced Architectural Design Limited
11" HEIGHT POCKET
B 184.002123
EXPIRES 04/30/2027
E 1'-0" scC
4'-0"
4"
1'-0"
2'-4" 2'-5"
BOT/FOOTING CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK STATEMENT COMPLIANCE:
T/FOUNDATION
4"Ø CONTINUOUS PERFORATED PVC
3'-0"
E1 ELEVATION: (-)9'-10"
3'-0"
I CERTIFY THAT THESE DRAWINGS WERE PREPARED BY
ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND CONTROL
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Memorandum
Date: April 16, 2026
To: Chair Alexis Yablon & Zoning Board of Appeals (“ZBA”)
From: Patrick Hoffmann, Planner II & Staff Liaison
Subject: 1425 Waverly Rd Application Summary
________________________________________________________________________________________
APPLICATION SUMMARY:
The petitioner Calvin Bernstein on behalf of the owner, Cari B. Sacks, as Trustee of the Cari B.
Sacks Revocable Trust, (the “Applicant”) of 1425 Waverly Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035, (the
“Property”) request by authority of Section 173.030 of the Highland Park Zoning Code, variation
of provision Section 173.010(C) to to exceed the maximum allowable four feet fence height
requirement with the required front yard. The subject property is an interior lot located within
the R4 zoning district and Lake Front Density & Character Overlay Zone. According to Lake
County Accessory’s Office the home was built in 1930 and remodeled in 1999.
The Applicant seeks relief from Section 173.010(C) by authority of Section 173.030(A)(1):
(i) To exceed the allowable fence height of 4 feet within the front yard by 2 feet for a
6 feet tall fence/gate and by 2.5 feet for 6.5 feet tall column;
The applicant is proposing to construct a
new fence and gate across their driveway
that will exceed the maximum fence height
requirement of 4’. The proposed fence will
span approximately 70’ parallel to Waverly
Rd.
In the event the variation(s) is approved,
the Applicant is required to get a building
permit before construction. This is a
request for Chapter 173 zoning variation
and requires the ZBA to use the standards
in Section 173.030(C).
NEIGHBOR & CITY COMMENTS:
• No additional comments
ATTACHMENTS:
• Location Map & Copy of Legal Notice
• Applicant’s Packet
• Draft Approval Order 1
1 All Approval Orders are to be considered drafts and are not a recommendation by City Staff. The Board may approve, approve with
conditions, deny, or continue an application.
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LEGAL NOTICE - Lake County News-Sun – 04/01/2026
PUBLIC NOTICE
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS
Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held at City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, in the City of
Highland Park, Lake County, Illinois, on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 7:30 P.M. Said Public Hearing will be
conducted by the Zoning Board of Appeals for variation of provisions of the Zoning Ordinance of 1997, being
Chapter 150 of the Highland Park Code, as amended.
VAR-2026-00067
Petitioner: Calvin Bernstein
Zoning District: R4
Subject Property: 1425 Waverly Rd
Highland Park, Illinois 60035
The petitioner Calvin Bernstein on behalf of the owner, Cari B. Sacks, as Trustee of the Cari B. Sacks Revocable
Trust, 1425 Waverly Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035, request by authority of Section 173.030, of the Highland
Park Code, variations of provisions of Section 173.010(C), to exceed the maximum allowable four feet fence
height requirement with the required front yard.
The Subject Property, commonly known as 1425 Waverly Rd, is legally described as follows:
LOT 1 IN THE SACKS RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS 1 AND 2 IN OWNER’S SUBDIVISION OF
LOTS 1 AND 3 IN LOEBS’ RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 2 IN WOODCLIFFE, A SUBDIVISION OF
PART OF LOTS 9 AND 10 IN BLOCK 68 IN HIGHLAND PARK IN THE NORTHWEST QUARTER
OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 12 EACH OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL
MERIDIAN, AND PART OF LOTS 9 AND 10 LYING NORTHEASTERLY OF AND ADJOINING
LOT 2 IN WOODCLIFFE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF OWNERS SUBDIVISION RECORDED
FEBRUARY 18, 1963 AS DOCUMENT 1177180, IN BOOK 38 OF PLATS, PAGE 74, IN LAKE
COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
PIN: 16-25-102-040-0000
If you have questions about the application, public hearing, or any other questions, you may contact Patrick
Hoffmann, Planner II, with the Community Development Department, by email at phoffmann@cityhpil.com or by
phone at 847.926.1612.
At the public hearing, the Zoning Board of Appeals will accept and consider all testimony and evidence pertaining
to the application, and will consider any zoning actions or relief that may be necessary or convenient to allow
development of the type described in this notice, or development that is less dense than the type described in this
notice, including, without limitation, special use permits, variations, map or text amendments, or other special
approvals.
Any person who also desires to appear as an "interested party" with the right to cross-examine others at the hearing
must complete and file an appearance form with the Highland Park City Clerk at the Highland Park City Hall, 1707
St Johns, Highland Park, Illinois, no later than three business days before the date of the hearing. Appearance forms
are available at the Finance Department on the first floor of the Highland Park City Hall, 1707 St Johns, Highland
Park, Illinois, during regular business hours.
The City, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that persons with disabilities who require
certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or participate in this hearing, or who have questions about
the accessibility of the meeting facilities, contact the City’s ADA coordinator Emily Taub at etaub@cityhpil.com or
847.926.1005.
Zoning Board of Appeals | Alexis Yablon, Chairman
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CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK
ZBA Application
Letter of Situation and Hardship
March 12, 2026
RE: 1425 Waverly in Highland Park
TO: Zoning Board of Appeals
1425 Waverly Road is a large, secluded property located at the end of the street and
adjacent to a ravine and Millard Park and Beach.
It has been recommended to the owner that a six (6’) foot fence and gate be installed on
this property and not in the right of way. Locating the gate at this location will allow for a safe
turn around if someone accesses the driveway by accident. Although heavily landscaped with
more to be added, the area where the fence and gate have been recommended is in the front yard
thereby limiting the fence and gate height to four (4) feet. The gate has been designed to match
the property’s historic house. The applicant seeks a variance under Section 173.030 of the Code
to install a 6-foot fence and gate rather than four (4) feet.
Applying the standards set forth in Section 170.030(c) of the Code, the Zoning Board of
Appeals should be able to make the following findings of fact based upon the evidence submitted
herein and at the hearing:
1. The requested variation will contribute to the favorable environment of the City
and is suitable and compatible with (a) the character of neighboring buildings and
structures existing or under construction, and (b) the character of the
neighborhood and zoning district. A four (4) foot gate and fence can be built as a
matter right. However, such a fence and gate will not adequately screen and provide
the necessary security as advised. The additional fence height will help promote
safety and provide protection for the residences by creating additional screening. The
area in question is remote and will only be visible to the neighbor to the west and
their invitees. The relief sought is suitable and compatible with the remote character
of the area, the neighboring structures, and the neighborhood.
2. The requested variation will not be detrimental to the harmonious and orderly
growth of the City. The neighborhood is fully developed with many large and
important homes. The proposed two-foot variance will not have an adverse effect on
the harmonious and orderly growth of the City. This request is based upon a unique
set of facts that will most likely not be duplicated anywhere else on the City.
3. The requested variation will not cause a substantial depreciation in the property
values or taxable values in the neighborhood. This is lakefront property and the
requested variation to have a slightly higher fence/gate will not cause a depreciation
in the property values or taxable values on the neighborhood.
Thank you for considering our request.
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After recording, please return to:
City of Highland Park
Department of Community Development
Planning Division
1150 Half Day Road
Highland Park, IL 60035
STATE OF ILLINOIS )
) SS.
COUNTY OF LAKE )
BEFORE THE BOARD OF APPEALS
CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK
LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS
IN THE MATTER OF THE APPEAL OF
CARI B. SACKS APPEAL NO. ZBA VAR-2026-00067
FOR VARIATION
VARIANCE APPROVAL ORDER
This order (“Order”) concerns the petitioner Calvin Bernstein on behalf of the owner, Cari B.
Sacks, as Trustee of the Cari B. Sacks Revocable Trust, 1425 Waverly Rd, Highland Park, Illinois 60035
(the “Applicant”) for the variation described herein for the property described herein. The Zoning Board
of Appeals of the City of Highland Park (“Board”), being duly advised in the premises, DOES FIND AS
FOLLOWS:
1. The Property that is the subject of this Order is commonly known as 1425 Waverly Road,
Highland Park, IL 60035 and legally described on Exhibit A attached to this Order
(“Property”).
2. The Property is currently improved as a single-family home.
3. The Property is located within the R4 Zoning District and Lake Front Density & Character
Overlay Zone of the City, as established by “The City of Highland Park Zoning Ordinance of
1997,” as amended (“Zoning Ordinance”).
4. The Applicants sought the following variation from Section 173.010(C) of the City Code
(“Variation”), in order to construct an eight feet high gate within a required front yard.
a. To exceed the allowable fence height of 4 feet within the front yard by 2 feet for a 6 feet
tall fence/gate and by 2.5 feet for 6.5 feet tall column;
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5. Notice of the meeting was served upon the adjacent and adjoining property owners or
occupants, in accordance with Section 173.030(B)(2) of the City Code, and applicable law.
6. The application was heard by the Board at a public meeting of the Board on April 16, 2025.
7. The Board has jurisdiction pursuant to Section 173.030 of the City Code, to hear and determine
the Applicants’ request for the Variation.
8. The Applicants entered into the record sufficient evidence of their ownership of the Property.
9. After the conclusion of the public meeting, the Board found that the requested Variation satisfy
the standards set forth Section 173.030(C), to the extent required.
10. After the conclusion of the public meeting the Board granted the application for the Variation,
by a vote of the majority of the members of the Board.
IT IS, THEREFORE, ORDERED AS FOLLOWS:
A. Subject to and contingent upon the conditions, restrictions, and provisions set forth in
Section B of this Order, the Applicants’ request for the Variation for the Property shall be, and is hereby,
approved for the reasons set forth in this Order. The Applicants will be allowed:
i. To exceed the allowable fence height of 4 feet within the front yard by 2 feet for a
6 feet tall fence/gate and by 2.5 feet for 6.5 feet tall column;
B. Notwithstanding any use or development right that may be applicable or available pursuant
to the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance, or any other rights the Applicants may have, the variation granted
in Section A of this Order shall be, and are hereby, expressly subject to and contingent upon the
construction, use, and maintenance of the Property in compliance with each and all of the following
conditions:
i. The construction, development, use, operation, and maintenance of the Property
shall comply with the Zoning Ordinance and all other applicable City ordinances, as the same have been or
may be amended from time to time, except to the extent specifically provided otherwise in this Order.
ii. Except for minor changes and site work approved by the Director of Community
Development or the City Engineer (for matters within their respective permitting authorities) in accordance
with all applicable City standards, the construction, development, use, operation, and maintenance of the
Property shall substantially comply with the following plans:
a. Fence Plan on a plat of survey by Greengard Inc. for the property 1425
Waverly Rd,
b. Fence elevation for Sacks residence by Scott Byron and Co Inc. dated
02.23.26 on page L-07.1;
C. The Applicants shall permit a copy of this Order to be recorded against the Property in the
office of the Lake County Recorder of Deeds. This Order and the privileges, obligations, and provisions
contained herein shall inure solely to the benefit of, and be binding upon, the Applicants and their heirs,
personal representatives, successors and assigns.
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D. This Order shall be valid for a period not to exceed 12 months from the date hereof, unless,
within such period and in accordance with this Order, the Applicant commences either (i) erection or
alteration of a building or structure, pursuant to a valid building permit for construction on the Property, or
(ii) the use contemplated by this Order. In the event that the Applicants obtain a building permit in
furtherance of the Variation granted pursuant to this Order, the Applicants shall prosecute all work
authorized by the building permit to completion without unnecessary delay.
E. Upon the failure or refusal of the Applicants to comply with any or all of the conditions,
restrictions, or provisions of this Order, in addition to all other remedies available to the City, the Variation
granted pursuant to this Order shall, at the sole discretion of the Board, by order duly adopted, be revoked
and become null and void; provided, however, that the Board may not so revoke such Variation unless it
shall first provide the Applicants with two months advance written notice of the reasons for revocation and
an opportunity to be heard at a regular meeting of the Board. In the event of revocation, the development
and use of the Property shall be governed solely by the applicable regulations of the Zoning Ordinance.
Order approved April 16, 2025 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK
LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS
By:
Alexis Yablon, Chairman
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EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY
The Subject Property, commonly known as 1425 Waverly Rd, is legally described as follows:
LOT 1 IN THE SACKS RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS 1 AND 2 IN OWNER’S SUBDIVISION OF
LOTS 1 AND 3 IN LOEBS’ RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 2 IN WOODCLIFFE, A SUBDIVISION OF
PART OF LOTS 9 AND 10 IN BLOCK 68 IN HIGHLAND PARK IN THE NORTHWEST QUARTER
OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 12 EACH OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL
MERIDIAN, AND PART OF LOTS 9 AND 10 LYING NORTHEASTERLY OF AND ADJOINING
LOT 2 IN WOODCLIFFE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF OWNERS SUBDIVISION RECORDED
FEBRUARY 18, 1963 AS DOCUMENT 1177180, IN BOOK 38 OF PLATS, PAGE 74, IN LAKE
COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
PIN: 16-25-102-040-0000
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EXHIBIT B
[PLANS]
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NORTH
SCALE: AS NOTED
SACKS RESIDENCE
HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS
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1425 WAVERLY ROAD
REVISIONS
DATE INIT DESCRIPTION
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1425 659.0
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657.0 657.10
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654.90 655.0 655.15 655.25
DATE 02.23.26
DESIGN GET
DRAFTED GET
SALESPERSON SLB
CLIENT SACKS, M.
SHEET TITLE
DETAILS
SHEET NUMBER
L-07.1
JOB NUMBER
97-250
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