Zoning Board of Appeals

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, May 7, 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, 05/07/2026 - 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) 04/16/2026 Zoning Board of Appeals Draft Minutes 3) Business from the Public 4) Old Business a) Withdrawal of applications 879 Burton Ave and 353 N Deere Park Dr E 5) New Business a) #VAR-2026-00068 Appellant: Domenic Sciarrone Property: 2982 Western Ave Address: 2982 Western Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035 Zoning District: R5 The petitioner Domenic Sciarrone, who owns the property at 2982 Western Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035, requests 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 Old Trail in order to install a fence. b) #VAR-2026-00069 Appellant: Michael Goldner Property: 1442 Forest Ave Address: 1442 Forest Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035 Zoning District: R5 The petitioner Andrew Venamore on behalf of the owner, Michael Goldner, 1442 Forest 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 side yard requirement for a new detached garage. 6) Staff Report 7) Miscellaneous 8) Adjournment Page 1 of 1 Page 1 of 44  1 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING 2 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS COMMISSION 3 OF THE CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS 4 5 6 MEETING DATE: Thursday, April 16, 2026 7 8 MEETING LOCATION: Council Chambers, City Hall, 1707 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park, IL 9 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 17 18 Councilmember Absent: Center 19 20 Student Council Present: Zoe Heller 21 22 Staff declared that a quorum was present. 23 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. 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 – March 19, 2026 36 37 Commissioner Chase moved to approve the March 19, 2026, regular meeting minutes as drafted. 38 Commissioner Zaransky seconded the motion. 39 40 On a roll call vote 41 Voting Yea Chairperson Yablon; Commissioners Aronoff, Chase, Harmelech, Treshansky, 42 Weisberg, & Zaransky 43 Voting Nay: None 44 45 Chairperson Yablon declared that the motion passed unanimously. 46 47 BUSINESS FROM THE PUBLIC 48 There was no Business from the Public. Zoning Board of Appeal Minutes April 16, 2026 - Page 1 Page 2 of 44  1 2 OLD BUSINESS 3 There was no Old Business. 4 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 9 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. 30 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. 37 38 Two neighbors were happy to hear about the improvement about the residences. 39 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. 46 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 Page 3 of 44  1 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. 9 10 Commissioner Chase moved to approve the variance as drafted. Commissioner Weisberg seconded the 11 motion. 12 13 On a roll call vote 14 Voting Yea Chairperson Yablon; Commissioners Aronoff, Chase, Harmelech, Treshansky, 15 Weisberg, & Zaransky 16 Voting Nay: None 17 18 Chairperson Yablon declared that the motion passed unanimously. 19 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 23 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. 46 Zoning Board of Appeal Minutes April 16, 2026 - Page 3 Page 4 of 44  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. 26 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. 31 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. 39 40 Planner Hoffmann said the proposed fence will not be in the City right-of-way. 41 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. 46 47 Chairperson Yablon asked if there were further audience comments. There were none. Zoning Board of Appeal Minutes April 16, 2026 - Page 4 Page 5 of 44  1 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. 19 20 The Petitioner has a concern about the utilities, so he would like to continue this. 21 22 Commissioner Chase moved to continue this to the May 7, 2026, ZBA meeting. Commissioner Treshansky 23 seconded the motion. 24 25 On a voice vote 26 Voting Yea Chairperson Yablon; Commissioners Aronoff, Chase, Harmelech, Treshansky, 27 Weisberg, & Zaransky 28 Voting Nay: None 29 30 Chairperson Yablon declared that the motion passed unanimously. 31 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 35 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 Zoning Board of Appeal Minutes April 16, 2026 - Page 5 Page 6 of 44  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. 10 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 20 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 April 16, 2026 - Page 6 Page 7 of 44  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. 3 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. 6 7 On a roll call vote 8 Voting Yea Chairperson Yablon; Commissioners Aronoff, Chase, Harmelech, Treshansky, 9 Weisberg, & Zaransky 10 Voting Nay: None 11 12 Chairperson Yablon declared that the motion passed unanimously. 13 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 17 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 35 36 Commissioner Weisberg said this is only regarding height. Planner Hoffmann said yes, 4’ is only allowed; the 37 request is 6.5’. 38 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. 43 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 April 16, 2026 - Page 7 Page 8 of 44  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. 18 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. 35 36 On a roll call vote 37 Voting Yea Chairperson Yablon; Commissioners Aronoff, Chase, Harmelech, Treshansky, 38 Weisberg, & Zaransky 39 Voting Nay: None 40 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 April 16, 2026 - Page 8 Page 9 of 44  1 2 ADJOURNMENT 3 Commissioner Chase moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:16 p.m. Commissioner Treshansky seconded the 4 motion. 5 6 On a voice vote 7 Voting Yea Chairperson Yablon; Commissioners Aronoff, Chase, Harmelech, Treshansky, 8 Weisberg, & Zaransky 9 Voting Nay: None 10 11 Chairperson Yablon declared that the motion passed unanimously. 12 13 Respectfully Submitted, 14 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 Page 10 of 44  Memorandum Date: May 7th, 2026 To: Chair Alexis Yablon & Zoning Board of Appeals (“ZBA”) From: Anthony Mistretta, Planner I Subject: 2982 Western Ave Application Summary ________________________________________________________________________________________ APPLICATION SUMMARY: The petitioner Domenic Sciarrone, (the “Applicant”) who owns the property at 2982 Western Ave, 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 Old Trail for a new fence. The subject property is a corner lot with frontage along both Western Ave and Old Trail Rd located within the R5 zoning district. According to Lake County Assessor’s Office the home was built in 1951. 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 25 feet along Old Trail Rd by 25 feet for an 4 feet tall aluminum fence; The applicant is proposing a new fence that will run along the northern, western, and southern property line. The northern section of fence running along Old Trail Rd will encroach into a 25’ Subdivision Building Line, which requires a variation request. This new proposed fence will be 4’ tall, which is compliant with the fence height restrictions within the front yard. 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 Order1 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 Page 11 of 44 Page 12 of 44 LEGAL NOTICE - Lake County News-Sun 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, May 7, 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-2026-00068 Petitioner: Domenic Sciarrone Zoning District: R5 Subject Property: 2982 Western Ave Highland Park, Illinois 60035 The petitioner Domenic Sciarrone, who owns the property at 2982 Western Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035, requests 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 Old Trail in order to install a fence. The Subject Property, commonly known as 2982 Western Ave, is legally described as follows: LOTS 1 AND 2 (EXCEPT THE SOUTH 40 FEET THEREOF) AND THAT PART OF LOT 3 LYING EAST OF THE EAST LINE OF LOTS 1 6, 17 AND 18 PROJECTED NORTHERLY FROM SAID EAST LINE OF SAID LOTS AND LYING NORTH OF A LINE 40 FEET NORTH OF THE SOUTH LINE OF LOTS 1 AND 2 PROJECTED WESTERLY, IN BLOCK 5 IN HIGHLAND PARK WOODLANDS, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE EAST 1 /2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 12, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED JUNE 22, 1935 AS DOCUMENT 414033, IN BOOK "X" OF PLATS, PAGE 15, IN LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN: 16-15-115-001-0000 If you have questions about the application, public hearing, or any other questions, you may contact Anthony Mistretta, Planner I, with the Community Development Department, by email at amistretta@cityhpil.com or by phone at 847.926.1858. 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 Page 1 of 1 Page 13 of 44 3/20/2026 To Whom it may concern, I am applying for a variance today to extend a 4ft aluminum fence past the subdivision building line on my side yard to my property line. The current location of the building line would greatly diminish of usage of my yard if a fence were not able to extend past it. My proposed aluminum fence would not go over 4ft and would not inhibit the view of traffic on Old Trail Road. It would stay inside multiple existing trees and bushes and barely be noticeable from Old Trail Road. I’m not looking to build a tall wooden fence for privacy, just something small to keep the dogs in. I have included pictures of my side yard as well as a Google Earth view of my property illustrating the ”tree line” on the north end of my yard. I appreciate your consideration. Thank you, Domenic Sciarrone Page 14 of 44 Page 15 of 44 Page 16 of 44 Page 17 of 44 Page 18 of 44 VAR-2026-00068 2982 Western Ave 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 DOMENIC SCIARRONE APPEAL NO. ZBA VAR-2026-00068 FOR VARIATION VARIANCE APPROVAL ORDER This order (“Order”) concerns the petitioner Domenic Sciarrone who is the owner of the property located at 2982 Western Avenue, 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 2982 Western 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 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 requried Subdivision Building Line of 25 feet along Old Trail Rd by 25 feet for a 4 feet tall aluminum fence; 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. Page 19 of 44 VAR-2026-00068 2982 Western Ave 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 May 7th, 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 requried Subdivision Building Line of 25 feet along Old Trail Rd by 25 feet for a 4 feet tall aluminum 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 2982 Western Ave, survey completed by Professionals Associated – MM Survey Co. with the date March 9, 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 Page 20 of 44 VAR-2026-00068 2982 Western Ave 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 May 7, 2026 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS By: Alexis Yablon, Chairman # 5146803_v2 Page 21 of 44 VAR-2026-00068 2982 Western Ave EXHIBIT A LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY The Subject Property, commonly known as 2982 Western Ave, is legally described as follows: LOTS 1 AND 2 (EXCEPT THE SOUTH 40 FEET THEREOF) AND THAT PART OF LOT 3 LYING EAST OF THE EAST LINE OF LOTS 1 6, 17 AND 18 PROJECTED NORTHERLY FROM SAID EAST LINE OF SAID LOTS AND LYING NORTH OF A LINE 40 FEET NORTH OF THE SOUTH LINE OF LOTS 1 AND 2 PROJECTED WESTERLY, IN BLOCK 5 IN HIGHLAND PARK WOODLANDS, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE EAST 1 /2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1 / 4 OF SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 43 NORTH, RANGE 12, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED JUNE 22, 1935 AS DOCUMENT 414033, IN BOOK "X" OF PLATS, PAGE 15, IN LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN: 16-15-115-001-0000 Page 22 of 44 VAR-2026-00068 2982 Western Ave EXHIBIT B [PLANS] Page 23 of 44 Page 24 of 44  Memorandum Date: May 7, 2026 To: Chair Alexis Yablon & Zoning Board of Appeals (“ZBA”) From: Patrick Hoffmann, Planner II & Staff Liaison Subject: 1442 Forest Ave Application Summary ________________________________________________________________________________________ APPLICATION SUMMARY: The petitioner Andrew Venamore on behalf of the owner, Michael Goldner, (the “Applicant”) of 1442 Forest 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 side yard setback along the southern property line for a new detached garage. The subject property is an interior lot located within the R5 zoning district and is a locally landmarked property constructed in 1913. The Applicant seeks relief from Section 150.703 by authority of Section 150.1204(A)(1): (i) To encroach into the required side yard setback of 10.11 feet along the southern property line by 8.11’ feet for a new detached garage; The applicant is proposing a new detached garage to replace the existing garage adjacent to the southern property line. The existing detached garage is currently located 1.5’ away from the southern property line and directly adjacent to a 45” burr oak. The plan for the proposed garage shows it shifting further west to stay away from the Heritage Tree as well as being located 2’ from the southern property line. 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: • Project must receive a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) from the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC). • Forestry will review all tree preservation matters during permitting process. 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 Page 25 of 44 Page 26 of 44 LEGAL NOTICE - Lake County News-Sun – 04/22/2026 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, May 7, 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-2026-00069 Petitioner: Andrew Venamore Zoning District: R5 Subject Property: 1442 Forest Ave Highland Park, Illinois 60035 The petitioner Andrew Venamore on behalf of the owner, Michael Goldner, 1442 Forest 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 side yard requirement for a new detached garage. The Subject Property, commonly known as 1442 Forest Ave, is legally described as follows: Lot 7 in block 71 in the city of highland park, being a subdivision of part of sections 25 and 26, township 43 north, range 12 east of the third principal meridian, according to the plat thereof recorded, November 29, 1873 as document number 10232, in book “A” of plats, page 97, in lake county, Illinois. PIN: 16-26-208-015-0000 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 Page 1 of 1 Page 27 of 44  EXPLANATION OF VARIATION CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK 1442 Forest Avenue – Michael Goldberg & Ashley Buxbaum The Zoning Board of Appeals or the City Council, as the case may be, shall not vary the regulations of this Chapter unless it shall make findings of fact based upon evidence presented at the hearing in each specific case that: (1) The property in question cannot yield a reasonable return if permitted to be used only under the conditions allowed by the regulations of the zoning district in which it is located; however, the purpose of the variation is not based exclusively upon a desire to make more money from the property. The existing detached garage on the lot is very decrepit and quite damaged as a result of the growth of an adjacent significant oak tree that grown to over 40” DBH in the time since the garage was constructed. In fact, the south side and rear of the lot is very heavily wooded and the owners goal is to maintain this tree coverage, while giving the Burr Oak the best possible chance for continued existence. As such, the plan is for the new garage to be pushed back approximately 20 feet from the base of the tree and for a gravel driveway extension to be provided to access the front of the new garage. Without relief from the 9-foot minimum sideyard requirement (since the garage isn’t located within the required rear yard of 30 feet), the necessary replacement structure would see the removal of many additional trees in the rear yard since it would need to move significantly further to the west. Compliance with the stated 9-foot sideyard in the proposed position would necessitate relocation of the garage and even further impacts on the adjacent trees. While one tree is planned for removal to facilitate this construction, it was felt that this single loss to give the more substantial oak the opportunity for expansion, was a preferable outcome. (2) The plight of the petitioner is due to unique circumstances and the proposed variation will not merely serve as a convenience to the petitioner but will alleviate some demonstrable and unusual hardship which will result if the strict letter of the regulations of this Chapter were carried out and which particular hardship or practical difficulty is not generally applicable to other property within the same zoning district. The lot’s woodland setting is a large part of the unique nature of the locale. Preserving most of the trees on the property, including the most significant specimen is a stated goal for the owners since moving into the property and working on improving home and lot. The hardship is specifically tied to that preservation objective and both the Engineering and Forestry department have been involved in the process of (the necessary) replacement of the existing garage and feel that that is the best solution to getting a new, reasonably sized structure. The proposed location will also slightly improve the existing non-conforming garage setback from 1.50 feet to 2.00 feet. (3) The particular physical surroundings, shape, or topographical condition of the subject property would result in a particular hardship upon the owner, as Page 28 of 44  EXPLANATION OF VARIATION CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK 1442 Forest Avenue – Michael Goldberg & Ashley Buxbaum distinguished from a mere inconvenience, if the strict letter of the regulations were carried out, or the application of this Chapter to the subject property has a discriminatory effect thereon. Enforcing the required 9-foot setback from the south property line would create a hardship upon the owner as it would require the removal of additional tree, or for the replacement structure to be only 1-car wide. This would detrimentally impact the usability of the lot since most properties within the City have undercover 2-car parking facilities. (4) The alleged hardship has not been created by any person presently having a proprietary interest in the subject property. The hardship is tied to the existing woodland nature of the lot and the goal for the owner to preserve as many of the current trees as possible in the process of getting a new, usable, 2-car garage structure. Thus, this hardship is not self-created. (5) The proposed variation will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to other property or improvements in the neighborhood. The approval of this request to construct an accessory structure on this lot (a typical use of a residentially zoned property within the City) will not be materially detrimental to the neighborhood. By working on preserving as many of the existing trees on the lot as possible (including perhaps the most significant one), the project seeks to maintain the wooded aspect of this east part of Highland Park and the immediate location. (6) The proposed variation will not impair an adequate supply of light and air to adjacent property, substantially increase congestion in the public streets, increase the danger of fire, or endanger the public safety or substantially diminish or impair property values in the neighborhood. Since the proposed garage is only a 1-story structure with a ridge height of less than 16.0 feet there will be little impact on the provision of light and air to the neighbors, nor will there be an increase in congestion or danger of fire. The replacement of the old structure with a new building may in fact improve the property values within the neighborhood. (7) The proposed variation will not alter the essential character of the neighborhood. The proposed accessory use is a standard one in a residential district and so will maintain that essential character. Page 29 of 44  EXPLANATION OF VARIATION CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK 1442 Forest Avenue – Michael Goldberg & Ashley Buxbaum (8) The proposed variation is in harmony with the spirit and intent of this Chapter. The improvement of existing buildings on residential property is in harmony with the intent to promote neighborhood maintenance. Page 30 of 44 Page 31 of 44 Page 32 of 44 Page 33 of 44 Page 34 of 44 Page 35 of 44 VAR-2026-00069 1442 Forest Ave 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 MICHAEL GOLDNER APPEAL NO. ZBA VAR-2026-00069 FOR VARIATION VARIANCE APPROVAL ORDER This order (“Order”) concerns the petitioner Andrew Venamore on behalf of the owner Michael Goldner of 1442 Forest 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 1442 Forest 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 side yard setback of 10.11 feet along the southern property line by 8.11’ feet for a new detached garage; 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. Page 36 of 44 VAR-2026-00069 1442 Forest Ave 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 May 7, 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 side yard setback of 10.11 feet along the southern property line by 8.11’ feet for a new detached garage; 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. Proposed Site Plan on a plat of survey for 1442 Forest Avenue by HGB, dated March 2, 2024 b. Proposed Floor Plan & Building Section for 1442 Forest Avenue by HGB, sheet 1 of 4; c. Proposed Elevations for 1442 Forest Avenue by HGB, sheet 2 of 4, d. 3-D Perspectives for 1442 Forest Avenue by HGB, dated March 7, 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 Page 37 of 44 VAR-2026-00069 1442 Forest Ave 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 May 7, 2026 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS By: Alexis Yablon, Chairman # 5146803_v2 Page 38 of 44 VAR-2026-00069 1442 Forest Ave EXHIBIT A LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY The Subject Property, commonly known as 1442 Forest Ave, is legally described as follows: Lot 7 in block 71 in the city of highland park, being a subdivision of part of sections 25 and 26, township 43 north, range 12 east of the third principal meridian, according to the plat thereof recorded, November 29, 1873 as document number 10232, in book “A” of plats, page 97, in lake county, Illinois. PIN: 16-26-208-015-0000 Page 39 of 44 VAR-2026-00069 1442 Forest Ave EXHIBIT B [PLANS] Page 40 of 44  F.A.R. CALCULATION: Existing SFR & Garage 3,228.75 SF 13.45% Additional Garage 61.82 SF 76.00' 0.30% TOTAL 3,290.57 SF 13.71% ~52.25' 22.00' ~85.17' 45" BURR OAK 22.00' NEW 3' APRON GRAVEL 22'x22' DRIVEWAY GARAGE EXTENSION BY OTHERS 2.00' SPOT SURVEY IS REQUIRED FOR THE FOUNDATION PRIOR TO FRAMING THE GARAGE A ZLO CK PROPOSED JA K TE SITE PLAN W S I IL M I O N ET T E, L L I Page 41 of 44  SOFFIT ON SOUTH SIDE TO REMAIN UNVENTED FOR FIRE-RATING PURPOSES W 22'-0" (/(&75,&'(7$,/ v &,5&8,76  $03*$  $03*$ D/S S N v &217$,1(',13/4" 5,*,'67((/&21'8,7 v %85,$/'(37+,1&+(6 v :,5,1*6(3$5$7(&,5&8,7672(/(&75,&$/3$1(/ 2x6 CROSS TIES @ 48" O.C. E GFI PITCH SLAB 1/8" PER FOOT 1-HOUR FIRE RATED 2x8 RIDGE (TO BE WALL (SEE DETAIL 25 YEAR FIBERGLASS ONE SIZE LARGER ON SHEET 3) T/RIDGE SHINGLES OVER 12# FELT THAN RAFTERS) UNDERLAYMENT OVER GFI 1/2" CDX SHEATHING 2x6 CUSTOM HEEL 18'-0" CUT ROOF RAFTERS TOWARDS O.H. DOOR 12 @ 12" O.C. 6 GFI 22'-0" 2x6 CROSS TIES @ 48" O.C. OHD 6" FASCIA T/PLATE A 12" VENTED SOFFIT 15'-7" w/ 5" GUTTERS 2x4 COLLAR TIES @ 9'-0" 4" VINYL SIDING 24" O.C. IN UPPER 1/3 1/2" CDX GARAGE PL. HT. SHEATHING (2) 2x4 POSTS FOR (2) 2x6 3'-0" 2x4 CONST. GRADE HEADER, TYP. LUMBER @ 16" O.C. HEADER (2) 2x4 AT CORNERS & OPENINGS 6" 1'-0" 16.00' x 8.00' O.H. GARAGE DOOR MIN. T/SLAB (2) 1-3/4"x11-7/8" HEADER SIDE TO SIDE EXISTING D/S 1'-0" GRADE 3'-0" 3'x3' LANDING 2x4 TREATED SILL PLATE 5" CONCRETE SLAB TO BE NOT (1) #4 REBAR ANCHORED WITH 1/2" DIA. STEEL ON 4" GRANULAR FILL NEW CONC. APRON 1'-0" MORE THAN TOP & BOTTOM ANCHOR BOLTS 10" LONG SET @ WITH 6x6 / 10x10 WWF 3'-0" 16'-0" 3'-0" 7-3/4" BELOW 6'-0" O.C. (2) @ EVERY PIECE AND THRESHOLD CORNERS WITH NUTS AND 22'-0" WASHERS TIGHTENED FLOOR PLAN building section SCALE:1/4"=1'-0" SCALE:1/4"=1'-0" CONTRACTOR: SHEET NAME: HEARTLAND GARAGE DETACHED GARAGE - HIP ROOF BUILDERS 602 ACADEMY DRIVE FLOORPLAN& BUILDINGSECTION 1442 Forest Avenue, Highland Park NORTHBROOK, IL 60062 SHEET NUMBER: PHONE: (224) 619-4539 Goldner Residence EMAIL: INFO@HLGBS.COM 1 OF 4 THESE PLANS REMAIN THE PROPERTY OF MACH 1, INC. AND THEIR REPRODUCTION IS EXPRESSLY FORBIDDEN. Page 42 of 44  T/RIDGE HIP VENT ASPHALT SHINGLES 12 12 6 6 BOXED IN EAVES COMPLETELY SEALED T/PLATE 1'-0" 15'-7" 4" VINYL SIDING 9'-0" FINISHED CORNER BOARDS (TYP.) GARAGE PL. HT. WEATHERSTRIPPING AROUND OVERHEAD DOOR SIDING BUTTED TO CASINGS (TYP.) T/SLAB EXISTING GRADE CONCRETE SECTIONAL OVERHEAD DOOR east elevation APRON north elevation SCALE:1/4"=1'-0" SCALE:1/4"=1'-0" 12 12 6 6 CONCRETE west elevation south elevation APRON SCALE:1/4"=1'-0" SCALE:1/4"=1'-0" CONTRACTOR: SHEET NAME: HEARTLAND GARAGE DETACHED GARAGE - HIP ROOF BUILDERS 602 ACADEMY DRIVE ELEVATIONS 1442 Forest Avenue, Highland Park NORTHBROOK, IL 60062 SHEET NUMBER: PHONE: (224) 619-4539 Goldner Residence EMAIL: INFO@HLGBS.COM 2 OF 4 THESE PLANS REMAIN THE PROPERTY OF MACH 1, INC. AND THEIR REPRODUCTION IS EXPRESSLY FORBIDDEN. Page 43 of 44  3-D PERSPECTIVES *These drawings are for illustration purposes only. Vaulted ceiling or attic heights are approximate and will be confirmed with the permit submission plans. *Exact materials, colors and styles will be selected on proposal. Michael & Ashley Goldner Date: March 7th, 2026 1442 Forest Avenue Highland Park, IL 60035 H.G.B. OFFICE: 602 Academy Drive, Northbrook, Illinois 60062 Page 44 of 44