Zoning Board

VILLAGE OF PALATINE VILLAGE HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 E. WOOD STREET PALATINE, IL 60067-5339 – (847) 359-9050 http://www.palatine.il.us ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS AGENDA ● JANUARY 10, 2023 Village Hall - Council Chambers Regular Meeting 7:00 PM I. CALL TO ORDER II. MINUTES APPROVAL 1. Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting - Dec 13, 2022 7:00 PM III. PUBLIC HEARING 1. 140 W. Wood Street #104 Variation to allow a multifamily unit to be 362 square feet, instead of the minimum required 500 square feet. 2. 1401 W. Autumn Road Special Use for an accessory unique use to permit chickens to be kept in the rear yard. 3. 1713 N. Rand Road #100 Special Use to permit a tobacco shop at the subject property. IV. COMMUNICATIONS V. ADJOURNMENT VILLAGE OF PALATINE Page 1  2.1 VILLAGE OF PALATINE VILLAGE HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 E. WOOD STREET PALATINE, IL 60067-5339 – (847) 359-9050 http://www.palatine.il.us ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS MINUTES ● DECEMBER 13, 2022 Village Hall - Council Chambers Regular Meeting 7:00 PM I. CALL TO ORDER Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Minutes Acceptance: Minutes of Dec 13, 2022 7:00 PM (Minutes Approval) Cindy Roth-Wurster Commissioner Present Jan Wood Commissioner Present Jerry Luszczak Commissioner Present Theodore McGinn Commissioner Present Kevin Cavanaugh Commissioner Present John Pirog Commissioner Present Staff present: Mr Alex Bradshaw II. MINUTES APPROVAL 1. Zoning Board of Appeals - Regular Meeting - Oct 25, 2022 7:00 PM - Accepted Mr. McGinn made a motion to approve the minutes of October 25, 2022; seconded by Mr Cavanaugh RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Theodore McGinn, Commissioner SECONDER: Kevin Cavanaugh, Commissioner AYES: Roth-Wurster, Wood, Luszczak, McGinn, Cavanaugh, Pirog VILLAGE OF PALATINE Page 1 Packet Pg. 2  2.1 Minutes Zoning Board of Appeals December 13, 2022 III. PUBLIC HEARING 1. 948 N. Topanga Drive - Recommended to Approve Notice was published in the Daily Herald on November 28, 2022 and mailed to the owners of the surrounding properties. Petitioner's Exhibits: 1. Application for Variation 2. Proof of Ownership 3. Plat of Survey Minutes Acceptance: Minutes of Dec 13, 2022 7:00 PM (Minutes Approval) 4. Site Plan 5. Fence Elevation 6. Public Notice Sworn in staff: Mr. Alex Bradshaw Sworn in the petitioner: Mr. Tony Sacketos 948 N. Topanga Dr. Mr. Sacketos stated they installed a fence and the contractor got the permit. He stated his wife is bipolar so she likes the privacy of the fence. He explained he didn’t know the rules and found out after it was installed it was done wrong. Mr. Bradshaw gave brief overview stating the subject property is just east of Hicks Rd and had an existing fence referring to the site plan slide to show location. He stated they received a permit to replace the fence but the fence was extended to enclose a greater portion of the side yard abutting the street, referring to the site plan slide highlighted in yellow requiring a variation. Mr. Pirog asked what the variation is for. Mr. Bradshaw explained it is for the small extension. Ms. Wood asked if the picture is the old fence or new fence. Mr. Bradshaw stated the picture is from today. Mr. Luszczak asked if the work is done already. Mr. Bradshaw answered yes. Ms. Roth-Wurster clarified there was already a 6ft fence. Mr. Bradshaw answered yes pointing out it is the same style and height but it was extended outside of existing which requires the variation. Mr. Pirog clarified the variation is just for the portion by the street. Mr. Bradshaw answered yes. Mr. Bradshaw referred to existing conditions slide pointing out the neighbor has fence that extends out even further. He stated Community Services has reviewed and have no issues and Engineering requested all landscaping be removed VILLAGE OF PALATINE Page 2 Packet Pg. 3  2.1 Minutes Zoning Board of Appeals December 13, 2022 which has been done. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Petitioner has extended an existing fence along the Subject Property’s side property line abutting E. Reseda Parkway. The fence extension will continue along the same line as the existing fence, with no further encroachment. Additionally, the home across the parkway to the south, 936 N. Topanga, has a similar solid fence along the side property line abutting the street. In response to the comment from the Engineering Department, the Petitioner has since removed the existing shrubs and bushes on the exterior of the fence to alleviate line of sight concerns for pedestrians. Therefore, Staff recommends approval of the Variations, subject to the following condition: Minutes Acceptance: Minutes of Dec 13, 2022 7:00 PM (Minutes Approval) 1. The Variations shall substantially conform to the Site Plan and Fence Elevation submitted by the Petitioner, Antonios Sacketos, except as such plans may be changed to conform to Village Codes and Ordinances. There were no further questions. The public hearing was closed. Mr. Luszczak made a motion to approve subject staff’s conditions; seconded by Ms. Roth-Wurster DELIBERATIONS: Mr. Luszczak stated there is not much change as they are only adding a small section. He stated the neighbor has a fence that extends further so sees no problems. Ms. Roth-Wurster stated the fence has always been there and the line of site has been addressed. She stated it won’t alter locality. Mr. McGinn pointed out the intersection is unique with the median in the middle of a busy intersection. Ms. Wood summarized that this request has met the standards and was unanimously approved by a vote of 6-0. This item will tentatively go to Village Council on January 9, 2023 RESULT: RECOMMENDED TO APPROVE [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Jerry Luszczak, Commissioner SECONDER: Cindy Roth-Wurster, Commissioner AYES: Roth-Wurster, Wood, Luszczak, McGinn, Cavanaugh, Pirog VILLAGE OF PALATINE Page 3 Packet Pg. 4  2.1 Minutes Zoning Board of Appeals December 13, 2022 2. 1153 N. Edgewater Court - Recommended to Approve Notice was published in the Daily Herald on November 28, 2022 and mailed to the owners of the surrounding properties. Petitioner's Exhibits: 1. Application for Special Use 2. Proof of Ownership 3. Plat of Survey/Site Plan 4. Floor Plans & Elevations 5. Public Notice Minutes Acceptance: Minutes of Dec 13, 2022 7:00 PM (Minutes Approval) Sworn in the petitioner: Paul & Theresa Scaglione 1153 N. Edgewater Court Mr. Anthony Amadeo Archadeck 395 W. Northwest Hwy Mr. Amadeo explained the homeowners are looking to build a screen porch in backyard within the rear yard setback. He stated there is already an addition and wants this added space to enjoy the backyard, extend the seasons and protect against insects. He stated it won’t have a negative effect on the property value. Mr. Scaglione pointed out there is a lot of space between the house and the rear lot lines so the addition won’t encroach on the neighbors. Mr. Pirog asked how big the proposed porch is. Mr. Amadeo stated it will be 14ft by 18ft with only an extra 4ft into the setback. He explained the porch will be built on an existing patio. Mr. McGinn asked if they have spoken to neighbors. Mr. Scaglione answered yes, and no one has been concerned. Ms. Wood clarified this is going over an existing patio and extending further. Mr. Amadeo answered yes going 4ft past current patio. Mr. Scaglione explained they are going 4ft past current addition but not further than patio. Mr. Amadeo stated the current patio goes 14ft off house and the porch will extend the same. Mr. Bradshaw clarified the location of the proposed porch and patio location. Ms. Roth-Wurster asked of there was a way to stay within the setback standards. Mr. Amadeo stated 10ft by 18ft is kind of a waste of space once the walls are constructed. Mr. Bradshaw gave a brief overview pointing out the neighboring properties at 1161 and 1606 have comparable rear yard setbacks, and are existing nonconforming the way they are situated. He stated Community Services and Engineering have reviewed and have no issues. VILLAGE OF PALATINE Page 4 Packet Pg. 5  2.1 Minutes Zoning Board of Appeals December 13, 2022 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Petitioner is proposing to construct a new porch addition off the rear of their existing home. The proposed addition will encroach 4 feet into the rear yard of the Subject Property, thus will be set back 36 feet from the rear lot line. The addition should not negatively impact the surrounding properties, as the proposed setback is comparable to the directly adjacent properties to the north and west, where their rear yard setbacks are approximately 30 feet. Therefore, Staff recommends approval of the Special Use, subject to the following condition: 1. The Special Use shall substantially conform to the Site Plan, Floor Plan, and Elevation Plans submitted by the Petitioner, Paul & Terri Scaglione, except as Minutes Acceptance: Minutes of Dec 13, 2022 7:00 PM (Minutes Approval) such plans may be changed to conform to Village Codes and Ordinances. There were no further questions. The public hearing was closed. Mr. Cavanaugh made a motion to approve subject staff’s conditions; seconded by Ms. Roth-Wurster DELIBERATIONS: Mr. Cavanaugh stated it meets the standards and has less encroachment to property than the property to the north. He stated they have a big odd shaped backyard and a small encroachment should be allowable. Ms. Roth-Wurster stated it meets the standards. She stated the lots are unique and the contractor makes sense on size needed to best utilize the space. Ms. Wood agreed it meets standards. She stated it’s a nice addition and there is plenty of room. Ms. Wood summarized that this request has met the standards and was unanimously approved by a vote of 6-0. This item will tentatively go to Village Council on January 9, 2023 RESULT: RECOMMENDED TO APPROVE [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Kevin Cavanaugh, Commissioner SECONDER: Cindy Roth-Wurster, Commissioner AYES: Roth-Wurster, Wood, Luszczak, McGinn, Cavanaugh, Pirog VILLAGE OF PALATINE Page 5 Packet Pg. 6  2.1 Minutes Zoning Board of Appeals December 13, 2022 3. 126 N. Elmwood Ave - Recommended to Approve Notice was published in the Daily Herald on November 28, 2022 and mailed to the owners of the surrounding properties. Petitioner's Exhibits: 1. Application for Variation 2. Proof of Ownership 3. Plat of Survey 4. Site Plan 5. Garage Elevations Minutes Acceptance: Minutes of Dec 13, 2022 7:00 PM (Minutes Approval) 6. Public Notice Sworn in the petitioner: Ms. Anna Trujillo 126 N. Elmwood Avenue Ms. Trujillo explained they want to extend the existing garage by 15ft by 22ft because they cannot fit their existing vehicles in the current garage and want extra space to house grills, lawn mowers and sporting equipment. Ms. Wood asked if it is possible to meet code and stay within the 700 sqft. Ms. Trujillo stated this addition would prevent them from having to add a shed. She stated the site line is clean and addition won’t be visible form the front. Ms. Wood asked about how the square footage is calculated. Mr. Bradshaw explained the relief is for total accessory structure sqft and explained floor area calculations. Mr. Luszczak asked about lot coverage. Mr. Bradshaw stated lot and building coverage meet code. Ms. Wood asked if they would be able to add shed if they built a 700 sqft addition. Mr. Bradshaw answered no they would be maxed out. Ms. Trujillo stated the current home is 1500sqft. Ms. Roth-Wurster asked if they spoke to neighbors. Ms. Trujillo answered yes both neighbors to north and south and 2 to the east. Mr. Bradshaw gave a brief overview. He referred to an aerial slide showing starred properties with comparable garages making it not out of place in neighborhood, where people turn to a bigger garage due to smaller homes. He stated the proposed garage addition will not encroach into any required setbacks. Mr. Bradshaw stated both Community Services and Engineering have reviewed and did not identify any issues. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Petitioner is proposing to expand their existing detached garage so they can VILLAGE OF PALATINE Page 6 Packet Pg. 7  2.1 Minutes Zoning Board of Appeals December 13, 2022 adequately store their personal vehicles and lawn maintenance equipment. As there are other comparable detached garages in the surrounding neighborhood, the proposal to increase the size of their existing detached garage to 770 square feet will not alter the essential character of the locality. Therefore, Staff recommends approval of the Variation, subject to the following condition: 1. The Variation shall substantially conform to the Site Plan and Elevation Plans submitted by the Petitioner, Anna Trujillo, except as such plans may be changed to conform to Village Codes and Ordinances. There were no further questions. The public hearing was closed. Minutes Acceptance: Minutes of Dec 13, 2022 7:00 PM (Minutes Approval) Mr. Cavanaugh made a motion to approve subject staff’s conditions; seconded by Mr. Pirog DELIBERATIONS: Mr. Cavanaugh stated it meets standards. He stated it is unique shaped lot being not wide but long. He stated it makes more sense than adding an additional structure. Ms. Wood stated it won’t alter locality and won’t have line of site issues going back to rear lot line. She stated she is in favor. Ms. Roth-Wurster stated the petitioner has given a lot of thought. Ms. Wood summarized that this request has met the standards and was unanimously approved by a vote of 6-0. This item will tentatively go to Village Council on January 9, 2023 RESULT: RECOMMENDED TO APPROVE [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Kevin Cavanaugh, Commissioner SECONDER: John Pirog, Commissioner AYES: Roth-Wurster, Wood, Luszczak, McGinn, Cavanaugh, Pirog VILLAGE OF PALATINE Page 7 Packet Pg. 8  2.1 Minutes Zoning Board of Appeals December 13, 2022 IV. COMMUNICATIONS V. ADJOURNMENT 1. Motion to Adjourn - Motion Carried by Voice Vote Ms. Roth-Wurster made a motion to adjourn; seconded by Mr. Luszczak RESULT: MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Cindy Roth-Wurster, Commissioner SECONDER: Jerry Luszczak, Commissioner Minutes Acceptance: Minutes of Dec 13, 2022 7:00 PM (Minutes Approval) AYES: Roth-Wurster, Wood, Luszczak, McGinn, Cavanaugh, Pirog VILLAGE OF PALATINE Page 8 Packet Pg. 9  2.1 Minutes Zoning Board of Appeals December 13, 2022 Minutes Acceptance: Minutes of Dec 13, 2022 7:00 PM (Minutes Approval) VILLAGE OF PALATINE Page 9 Packet Pg. 10  3.1 VILLAGE OF PALATINE Zoning Board of Appeals SCHEDULED 01/10/23 07:00 PM CASE STAFF STATEMENT (ID # 8051) 140 W. Wood Street #104 TO: Palatine Zoning Board of Appeals Jan Wood, Chair FROM: Lyn Bremanis PETITIONER: John Simonaitis CASE NUMBER: VAR-000003-2022 ADDRESS: 140 W. Wood Street #104 PROPOSAL: Variation to allow a multi-family unit to be 362 square feet, instead of the minimum required 500 square feet pursuant to Section 10.07 (d) (2) of the Palatine Zoning Ordinance LOCATION: 140 W. Wood Street #104 CURRENT R-3 Multi-Family ZONING: Residential SURROUNDING CONDITIONS: North: Planned Development - The Metropolitan South Palatine Train Station East: R-3 High Density Multi-Family District West: Planned Development - Gateway Center BACKGROUND: The Petitioner is proposing to convert a 2-bedroom condominium unit into two units. This would result in a 1-bedroom unit and a studio unit, which would be under the Zoning Ordinance minimum required size of 500 square feet. Therefore, the Petitioner is requesting: Variation to allow a multi-family unit to be 362 square feet, instead of the minimum required 500 square feet. SITE ANALYSIS:  The Subject Property is zoned R-3 Multi-Family is part of Park Towne Condominiums. The conversion from apartments to condominiums took place in Page 1 Packet Pg. 11  3.1 Case Staff Statement (ID # 8051) Meeting of January 10, 2023 1995, which included the consolidation of certain 1-bedroom and studio units into 2-bedroom units. The table below identifies the existing and proposed unit distribution, within Park Towne: Existing Proposed Studio 42 units 43 units 1 - Bedroom 52 units 53 units 2 - Bedroom 36 units 35 units Total 130 units 131 units  The Petitioners are requesting to restore the units back to the previous condition, with a 1-bedroom unit (644 square feet) and studio unit (362 square feet). However, per Code there is minimum of 500 square feet ground floor area per unit for the R-3 District requirements in multi-family units. There are other existing studio units within the building that are similar in size and do not meet the current minimum ground floor area requirement. Two other recent and similar Variation requests were approved in 2019 and 2020. In addition to this request, there is one remaining 2-bedroom unit that could potentially be petitioned to convert back to the previous condition.  The Petitioners purchased the 2-bedroom unit in 2021 and currently reside here. Per the Variation application, the Petitioner indicates that the assessment increases have made this unit one of the highest assessed units in the building, thus making it expensive to live in and difficult to sell.  The Petitioners received approval for the conversion from the Park Towne HOA.  Park Towne recently reconfigured their parking lot and eliminated an access drive to Colfax Street. With the reconfiguration, the parking lot has 189 spaces. In addition to the 2019 approved square footage Variation, a parking Variation was granted to reduce the required number of parking spaces from 2 spaces/unit (258) to 1.4 spaces/unit (180). With the increase of one unit, the total number of required parking spaces is 182. Therefore, parking is compliant. At the time of construction, the Village Code requirement for multi-family parking was 1.5 spaces/unit or 192 parking spaces. DEPARTMENTAL REVIEWS: Community Services No Issues Identified Page 2 Packet Pg. 12  3.1 Case Staff Statement (ID # 8051) Meeting of January 10, 2023 Engineering N/A Environmental Health N/A Fire Prevention No Issues Identified Public Works N/A Police N/A STANDARDS FOR A VARIATION: Standards for a Variation are found in Section 14.03 D (1) and (2) of the Zoning Code. Specifically, the Petitioners must show that the property in question cannot yield a reasonable return if permitted to be used only under the conditions allowed by the regulations governing the district in which it is located; that the plight of the owner is due to unique circumstances; and that the variation, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality. The Petition for Variation is attached, and the Petitioners have attempted to address the required standards. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: In 1995, Park Towne was converted from apartments to privately owned condominiums. At the time, several studio and 1-bedroom units were combined into single 2-bedroom units. The Petitioner is requesting to divide the unit back to its original form. Per Code, multi-family units must be over 500 square feet. The addition of a studio unit should not affect the existing characteristics of the units within the building. Staff also reviewed the proposed request within the circumstances of the existing multi-family residential building, use, and its unit characteristics, as opposed to either a new building or conversion proposal from another use. Therefore, Staff recommends approval of the proposed Variation, subject to the following condition: 1. The Variation shall substantially conform to the floor plans prepared by the Petitioner submitted on 10/24/22, except as such plans may be changed to conform to Village codes and Ordinances. ATTACHMENTS:  Aerial Map  Variation Application  Plat of Survey  Floor Plans  Objection Letter 1  Objection Letter 2  Public Notice Page 3 Packet Pg. 13  3.1.a 140 W. Wood Street Unit 104 Attachment: Aerial Map (140 W. Wood Street #104 - VAR for multi-family unit square footage) 0 200 400 Print Date: 12/29/2022 Notes ft Disclaimer: The GIS Consortium and MGP Inc. are not liable for any use, misuse, modification or disclosure of any map provided under applicable law. This map is for general information purposes only. Although the information is believed to be generally accurate, errors may exist and the user should independently confirm for accuracy. The map does not constitute a regulatory determination and is not a base for engineering design. A Registered Land Surveyor should be consulted to determine precise location boundaries on the ground. Packet Pg. 14  3.1.b Packet Pg. 15 Attachment: Variation Application (140 W. Wood Street #104 - VAR for multi-family unit square footage)  3.1.b Packet Pg. 16 Attachment: Variation Application (140 W. Wood Street #104 - VAR for multi-family unit square footage)  3.1.c Packet Pg. 17 Attachment: Plat of Survey (140 W. Wood Street #104 - VAR for multi-family unit square footage)  3.1.c Packet Pg. 18 Attachment: Plat of Survey (140 W. Wood Street #104 - VAR for multi-family unit square footage)  3.1.c Packet Pg. 19 Attachment: Plat of Survey (140 W. Wood Street #104 - VAR for multi-family unit square footage)  3.1.d Packet Pg. 20 Attachment: Floor Plans (140 W. Wood Street #104 - VAR for multi-family unit square footage)  3.1.d Packet Pg. 21 Attachment: Floor Plans (140 W. Wood Street #104 - VAR for multi-family unit square footage)  3.1.e Lyn Bremanis From: David J Sent: Friday, December 30, 2022 2:48 PM To: Lyn Bremanis Subject: Re: Village of Palatine variation unit 104 at 140 West Wood Street Attachment: Objection Letter 1 (140 W. Wood Street #104 - VAR for multi-family unit square footage) Caution: This is an external email, Please take care when clicking links or opening attachments. When in doubt, please talk with the sender or check with VOP IT Thanks Lyn for speaking to me regarding the variation request for unit 104 . We have no objection except the homeowners must approve with 75% majority as per recorded Dclarations and By-laws of park Towne condo association for making any changes to the unit. Please note that there were Four 2 bedroom units existed in this building which were sold by the developer in around 2000 with one entry door for each unit. We understand the Village of Palatine may not have any jurisdiction on the conversion of one two bedroom into two separate units by adding separate entry door in hallway for a new studio and creating new kitchen and plumbing just to make more money in the sale of such units. Two unit owners have done the same thing by creating studios with less square footage than the existing units without getting homeowners approval as needed by Bylaws. If the Village want to approve this then the Village should approve this variation subject to having homeowners approve this division by 75% majority in a special homeowners meeting prior to issuance of permit. This will be in compliance to Illinois Condo laws. Just because first unit was approved by the board members for another board member (owner) 2019 it still does not make it right. I think for the public safety the village must compel the petitioners to show the proof that Park Towne Homeowners have approved this division by 75% majority as the law requires. Homeowners at 140 W. Wood Street are going through tremendous hardship in sky rocket HOA due to the actions by some board members and are unable to sell their units at market price due to yearly increase of 14% in HOA each year and were told that the increases will continue for another ten years. Current HOA for a two bedroom is Over $1100 a month. Most owner have lost all their life savings in the equity of their homes in this building. The only solution left for homeowners is to sell this building to investors for De-conversion to apartments so they can move out. There are few investors are interested to purchasing this building. Subject: Variation of studio size unit 104 at 140 Wood Street Date: December 30, 2022 at 12:17:00 PM CST To: lbremains@palatine.il.us Planning and Zoning Board 1 Packet Pg. 22  3.1.e File :VAR-00003-2022 Please note that the owners of unit 324 and other owners in the building (total 10 contacted me) Strongly object to this variance for the following reasons. A. Any changes to unit must be approved by the 75% homeowners as per our recorded Declaration and Bylaws. B. Petitioner is the president of the association and the building is being sold to investors as apartments and he is trying to profit by dividing his two bedroom into two units without conforming to existing studio size. Attachment: Objection Letter 1 (140 W. Wood Street #104 - VAR for multi-family unit square footage) Proposed studio size is 75% less than of the existing studios yet he will be expecting full value of his new studio from the sale of this building. C. Another objection is that monthly assessment of this studio will be 75% less compared to existing studios yet the investor will be told to pay one price to all studios during the upcoming sale of the building. For the reasons listed above the owner request that variation as proposed should be denied. Thanks D. Jutla On Dec 30, 2022, at 1:21 PM, Lyn Bremanis <LBremanis@palatine.il.us> wrote: Lyn Bremanis | Planner Planning & Zoning Department 200 E. Wood Street | Palatine, IL 60067 T: 847-359-9046 | lbremanis@palatine.il.us <image001.jpg> 2 Packet Pg. 23  3.1.f Lyn Bremanis From: Gail Kloman Sent: Friday, December 30, 2022 5:36 PM To: Lyn Bremanis Subject: Notice of Public Hearing, 140 W Wood Street #104 Attachment: Objection Letter 2 (140 W. Wood Street #104 - VAR for multi-family unit square footage) Caution: This is an external email, Please take care when clicking links or opening attachments. When in doubt, please talk with the sender or check with VOP IT Hello, I live at 140 West Wood Street Unit 105. Unfortunately, I can't attend the January 10th hearing due to ill health. I would like to object to the petitioner's request on ethical grounds. John Simonaitis is the president of the homeowners association here at Park Towne condominiums. John and the other board members have been able to preview a potential deconversion offer that the other residents have not had any opportunity to review yet. I believe that Mr. Simonaitis is exploiting his position as president, utilizing his advance knowledge of the deconversion offer to make changes to the configuration of his unit that will benefit him financially if the deconversion is approved. Secondly, we have just been through an extremely disruptive HVAC installation project that entailed two years of noise, dirt and other construction disturbances. Residents deserve a break from banging and hammering and other noise issues. Thank you in advance for consideration of this input. Gail Kloman Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android 1 Packet Pg. 24  3.1.g Packet Pg. 25 Attachment: Public Notice (140 W. Wood Street #104 - VAR for multi-family unit square footage)  3.2 VILLAGE OF PALATINE Zoning Board of Appeals SCHEDULED 01/10/23 07:00 PM CASE STAFF STATEMENT (ID # 8054) 1401 W. Autumn Road TO: Palatine Zoning Board of Appeals Jan Wood, Chair FROM: Alex Bradshaw PETITIONER: Ryan & Kerstin Nelson CASE NUMBER: SU-000004-2022 ADDRESS: 1401 W. Autumn Road PROPOSAL: Special Use for an accessory unique use to permit chickens to be kept in the rear yard. LOCATION: 1401 W. Autumn Road CURRENT P - Planned Development District 1 (Millar) ZONING: (Single Family Residential) SURROUNDING CONDITIONS: North: R-1 Single Family Residential (Hummingbird Park) South P - Planned Development (Single Family Residential) East: P - Planned Development (Single Family Residential) West: P - Planned Development (Single Family Residential) BACKGROUND: The Petitioners are proposing to construct a coop and run to keep chickens in the rear yard of the subject property. Therefore, the Petitioner is requesting: Special Use for an accessory unique use to permit chickens to be kept in the rear yard. SITE ANALYSIS:  The Subject Property is zoned Planned Development and part of the Edgewater Glen Unit 3 subdivision. The underlying setbacks and bulk restrictions conform to the R-2 standards. The Subject Property is approximately 10,651 sq. ft. and currently consists of a single-family home and an 80 sq. ft. shed in the rear yard.  The shed was constructed through a building permit in November, 2022 and was ultimately intended to be used to house the Petitioners’ chickens. The Village was Page 1 Packet Pg. 26  3.2 Case Staff Statement (ID # 8054) Meeting of January 10, 2023 made aware of the chickens, after a neighbor had filed a complaint. This was confirmed by the Village through a scheduled building permit inspection, as the chickens were confirmed to be housed in the newly constructed shed.  The Petitioners are proposing to build a chicken coop and run to house a maximum of 6 hens in the rear yard. The proposed coop would be 8 feet in height and would be 8’x10’ (80 sq. ft.), and the run fencing would enclose an additional 54 sq. ft. With the new chicken coop, the total square footage for all accessory structures would be 160 sq. ft., which meets code (up to 700 square feet is permitted).  The proposed coop would be set approximately 10 feet from the house/deck, approximately 15 feet from the side lot line, and greater than 20 feet from the rear lot line.  Per the submitted application addendum, the Petitioners are utilizing a deep litter method with a layer of sand covered in straw for managing the chickens’ waste. All soiled straw from the process is disposed of in trash bags and placed in garbage cans for regular pick-up.  The Petitioners are proposing to install a 6-foot solid fence enclosing the back yard. Per the business plan, the chickens will remain in the coop/run area at all times.  The Petitioners have obtained signatures of consent from the majority of their neighbors in the surrounding area showing support for their Special Use request to allow chickens to be kept in the rear yard of the Subject Property.  Within the Village, there has only been one Special Use for an Accessory Unique Use approved to permit a chicken coop at 624 W. Hill Road. This property is zoned R-1 Single Family and is approximately 1.8 acres. The approved Special Use (O-9- 13) included a number of conditions including minimum setbacks from property lines, maximum number of hens, prohibiting the slaughter of hens on the property, prohibiting roosters, etc.  In response to resident inquiries and direction from the Village Council, Staff presented a comprehensive review and an initial policy discussion regarding backyard hens at the November 21, 2022 Village Council meeting. This discussion did not recommend any initial process changes to the current single-family residential accessory unique use special use in the Zoning Ordinance. While this policy discussion did not change the current Village Code requirements, Staff outlined and presented preliminary minimum criteria for how rear yard hens could be handled in Palatine. The hen house/coop discussed criteria included the following items: No roosters would be allowed Solid 6-foot fence (6) hen maximum Fenced run required, with the hens to be confined to the coop or enclosed Page 2 Packet Pg. 27  3.2 Case Staff Statement (ID # 8054) Meeting of January 10, 2023 run at all times Coop to be set back a minimum of 15 feet from the side lot line and 15 feet from the rear lot line (coop shall not abut the primary structure or be located in an easement) Coops no more than 8 feet in height Coops shall provide a minimum of 4 feet/hen Chicken coops must be of sufficient size and strength to protect from predators and weather elements It is anticipated that there will be additional Village Council discussion about the criteria and backyard hens in the upcoming schedule. As this was discussed with the Village Council in November, Staff believes that it is relevant to include this information with the Accessory Unique Use materials. DEPARTMENTAL REVIEWS: Community Services No Issues Identified. Engineering No Issues Identified. Environmental Health No Issues Identified. Fire Prevention N/A Public Works N/A Police N/A STANDARDS FOR SPECIAL USE: Since this Petition is not for a use publicly operated or traditionally affected with the public interest, those standards under Section 14.05 D (2) and (3) are applicable. Specifically, the Petitioners must show that the Special Use, if granted, is so designed, located, and proposed to be operated that the public health, safety, and welfare will be protected and will not cause substantial injury to the value of other property in the neighborhood in which it is located. The Petitioners have attempted to address the required standards. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Petitioners are proposing to construct a chicken coop and run in their rear yard. The Petitioner was able to obtain letters of support from 15 of their surrounding neighbors, including those whom are directly adjacent. Per the submitted application, the Petitioners have also proposed to construct a 6-foot solid fence to combat any potential injury to the value of other properties in the neighborhood. Ultimately, this is a policy decision for the Village Council; therefore, Staff recommends action at the discretion of the Zoning Board of Appeals. If the Zoning Board of Appeals recommends approval, Staff recommends the following conditions: 1. The Special Use shall substantially conform to the Site Plan and Coop Elevation submitted by the Petitioners, Ryan & Kerstin Nelson, except as such plans may be Page 3 Packet Pg. 28  3.2 Case Staff Statement (ID # 8054) Meeting of January 10, 2023 changed to conform to the Village Codes and Ordinances. 2. Roosters shall be prohibited from the property. 3. The accessory structure housing the chickens shall be screened with either a 6-foot solid fence or densely planted landscaping in a manner acceptable to the Village of Palatine. 4. A maximum of 6 hens shall be allowed as part of the Accessory Unique Use. 5. Any eggs produced as a result of the Accessory Unique Use shall not be used for business or commercial purposes. 6. A review shall be scheduled before the Village Council following 6 months of keeping the hens on the Subject Property. The Village Council reserves the right to impose additional conditions or modify conditions to address any concerns, in conjunction with the 6-month review. ATTACHMENTS:  Aerial Map  Special Use Application  Plat of Survey  Site Plan  Chicken Coop Elevation Details  Chicken Run Enclosure  Letters of support  Public Notice Page 4 Packet Pg. 29  3.2.a 1401 W. Autumn Road Attachment: Aerial Map (1401 W. Autumn Road - SU - Accessory Unique Use Chickens) 0 100 200 Print Date: 1/3/2023 Notes Cook County Aerial 2020 ft Disclaimer: The GIS Consortium and MGP Inc. are not liable for any use, misuse, modification or disclosure of any map provided under applicable law. This map is for general information purposes only. Although the information is believed to be generally accurate, errors may exist and the user should independently confirm for accuracy. The map does not constitute a regulatory determination and is not a base for engineering design. A Registered Land Surveyor should be consulted to determine precise location boundaries on the ground. Packet Pg. 30  3.2.b SPECIAL USE APPLICATION Department of Planning & Zoning 200 E. Wood Street  Palatine, IL  60067-5339 Telephone: (847) 359-9047  Fax (847) 963-6247 Petitioner Name Business Name (if applicable) Ryan & Kerstin Nelson Attachment: Special Use Application (1401 W. Autumn Road - SU - Accessory Unique Use Chickens) Subject Property Address 1401 W. Autumn Road Please provide a description of your proposed request: Add a solid, six foot fence to backyard, along with a hen coop and run. Petitioner Justification Special Uses shall not be granted except on findings based upon the evidence in each specific case. Please address the following standards as these will be used in considering the specific relief you are seeking. That use deemed necessary for the public convenience at that location. Explain: Backyard hens provide a free, educational resource and shareable eggs for the neighbors. The use is designed, located, and proposed to be operated that the public health, safety, welfare will be protected. Explain: We will be following zoning criteria for this project, as discussed in the Village Council meeting on Monday, November 21st, 2022. Packet Pg. 31  3.2.b The use will not cause substantial injury to nearby property values. Explain: As owners, we will maintain a clean, orderly system for managing our hens. In order to supplement the above standards, the Zoning Board of may also consider the Attachment: Special Use Application (1401 W. Autumn Road - SU - Accessory Unique Use Chickens) following: With respect to front yard fencing and fencing in a rear yard/side yard abutting a street, the following additional standards must be met: a. Will meet the following aesthetic criteria: i. Will not destroy existing vistas in the area; ii. Will enhance the appearance of the homes and the streets in the area; and iii. Will not detract from the overall appearance of the community; or b. The fencing is found to be necessary to protect private property or the safety of the inhabitants of the property. N/A Page 2 of 2 Packet Pg. 32  3.2.b Packet Pg. 33 Attachment: Special Use Application (1401 W. Autumn Road - SU - Accessory Unique Use Chickens)  3.2.b Staff has completed the internal review of your Special Use case and there were a few questions that were generated. Please review the questions below and address each accordingly. 1. Will the shed or fenced enclosure be lighted in any way? If so, please describe how electrical power will be extended. 2. Please describe chicken waste pick-up process. How often and how/where is it disposed? Are you planning to use mulch or a similar material on the ground within the fence cage/enclosure. 3. How will the chickens be protected from significant cold during the winter? With our outstanding questions aside, I believe we are ready to schedule the required public hearing before the Zoning Board of Appeals for the first meeting in January. The meeting will be held here at Attachment: Special Use Application (1401 W. Autumn Road - SU - Accessory Unique Use Chickens) Village Hall on Tuesday, January 10th at 7 PM. 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I was in disbelief that the run could have failed but we realised quickly enough that the snake could easily fit through the holes in the upper wire panels. We now have chicks to hand-raise, a run that is not predator-proof and we have lost our favourite hen. Very upsetting for the kids! I feel so disappointed Attachment: Chicken Run Enclosure (1401 W. Autumn Road - SU - Accessory Unique Use Chickens) because up until now I've been really happy with Omlet products, but I can't get past why the run isn't made from smaller snake-proof mesh. Review for: Walk in Chicken Run - 9ft x 13ft x 6ft The reviewer has 6-8 pets Omlet Says: Dear Emma, Thank you for taking the time to bring your experience to our attention. We are sorry to hear of the loss of your hen and we understand how difficult this must be for your family. As indicated in our FAQ, the lower half mesh is 25 x 75mm, and the upper half mesh and the roof panels are 50 x 75mm. 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Rand Road #100 CURRENT B-2 General Business District 4 (Solberg) ZONING: SURROUNDING CONDITIONS: North: R-3 Multi-Family Residential South B-2 General Business East: B-2 General Business West: R-1 Single-Family (New Light Christian Church) BACKGROUND: The Petitioner is proposing to open a tobacco shop within a multi-tenant building to sell specialty tobacco products and accessories. Therefore, the Petitioner is requesting: Special Use to permit a tobacco shop at the subject property. SITE ANALYSIS:  The Subject Property is zoned B-2 General Business and is within the Capri Gardens subdivision. The lot size is approximately 35,000 square feet. Within the multi-tenant building the proposed business will occupy 902 sq. ft. of retail space. Other tenants within the building include Wolf Cabinetry-Granite, Consumer Final Services, Alexis’ Hair Salon, Sunny Spa, and others.  The Subject Property is along the N. Rand Road commercial corridor. However, the Subject Property is directly adjacent to an R-3 multi-family residential complex off of N. Rose Avenue. Page 1 Packet Pg. 72  3.3 Case Staff Statement (ID # 8056) Meeting of January 10, 2023  The Petitioner is seeking a Special Use permit to allow a Tobacco Shop in this space. The store will offer a variety of tobacco and tobacco accessory products including cigars, vape pens, hookah products, tobacco pipes, etc. The Petitioner has reviewed the Villages Drug Paraphernalia code section and is aware that glass paraphernalia is prohibited (no glass products listed in business plan).  Per the submitted business plan, the shop hours of operation will be Monday- Sunday from 8 AM to 10 PM.  Per the business plan, the Petitioner also indicated they are planning to have 1 full time and 2 part-time employees on a regular basis.  Per the business plan, there will be clear “21+” signage posted at the entrance and next to the cash register, where all customers will be asked to present a valid form of identification. Minors may not enter the premises unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.  The parking requirement will remain the same with the proposed use. DEPARTMENTAL REVIEWS: Community Services No Issues Identified. Engineering No Issues Identified. Environmental Health N/A Fire Prevention No Issues Identified. Public Works N/A Police No Issues Identified. STANDARDS FOR SPECIAL USE: Since this Petition is not for a use publicly operated or traditionally affected with the public interest, those standards under Section 14.05 D (2) and (3) are applicable. Specifically, the Petitioners must show that the Special Use, if granted, is so designed, located, and proposed to be operated that the public health, safety, and welfare will be protected and will not cause substantial injury to the value of other property in the neighborhood in which it is located. The Petitioners have attempted to address the required standards. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Petitioner is proposing to open a tobacco shop in a multi-tenant shopping center. The Petitioner is aware that the sale of drug paraphernalia with the intent to use it for a controlled substance if prohibited. Furthermore, the Petitioner is proposing to have “21+” signage posted in prominent locations within the tenant space, and will have all customers present a valid form of identification for all purchases. With that said, the proposed use should not cause any substantial injury to the value of the surrounding properties. Therefore, Staff recommends approval of the requested Special Use with the Page 2 Packet Pg. 73  3.3 Case Staff Statement (ID # 8056) Meeting of January 10, 2023 following condition: 1. The Special Use shall substantially conform to the Business Plan and Floor Plan submitted by the Petitioner, Vladyslav Shataliuk, except as such plans may be changed to conform to the Village Codes and Ordinances. ATTACHMENTS:  Aerial Map  Special Use Application  Plat of Survey  Site Plan  Business Plan  Floor Plan  Public Notice Page 3 Packet Pg. 74  3.3.a 1713 N. Rand Road Attachment: Aerial Map (1713 N. Rand Road #100 - SU Tobacco Shop) 0 300 600 Print Date: 12/9/2022 Notes ft Cook County Aerial 2020 Disclaimer: The GIS Consortium and MGP Inc. are not liable for any use, misuse, modification or disclosure of any map provided under applicable law. This map is for general information purposes only. Although the information is believed to be generally accurate, errors may exist and the user should independently confirm for accuracy. The map does not constitute a regulatory determination and is not a base for engineering design. A Registered Land Surveyor should be consulted to determine precise location boundaries on the ground. Packet Pg. 75  3.3.b SPECIAL USE APPLICATION Department of Planning & Zoning 200 E. Wood Street  Palatine, IL  60067-5339 Telephone: (847) 359-9047  Fax (847) 963-6247 Petitioner Name Business Name (if applicable) Vladyslav Shataliuk Dymok Smoke Shop Subject Property Address 1713 N. Rand Road #100 Attachment: Special Use Application (1713 N. Rand Road #100 - SU Tobacco Shop) Please provide a description of your proposed request: Premises will be converted to display, sell, distribute, deliver, or market tobacco, tobacco products, or tobacco paraphernalia. But excluding an area for smoking tobacco products. It will be an easily accessible location with a futuristic design. We are going to be offering quality products, brands, and responsive service for a good price. We offer a unique experience to its patrons by stocking the most comprehensive tobacco products available for its discerning consumers and creating an intimate and comforting environment for tobacco customers. And we will maintain the highest standards of service in the tobacco industry, and the city of Palatine. Petitioner Justification Special Uses shall not be granted except on findings based upon the evidence in each specific case. Please address the following standards as these will be used in considering the specific relief you are seeking. That use deemed necessary for the public convenience at that location. Explain: There are no other shops within a 2-mile radius, so the public could really benefit from this project by driving more people in. The location is easily accessible and visible to the public. And because our products are going to be targeting wealthier people, it will even benefit other businesses. The use is designed, located, and proposed to be operated that the public health, safety, welfare will be protected. Explain: We are not located within 300 feet, measured property line to property line, from a school (public or private), family day care home, child care facility, youth center, community center, recreational facility, park, church or religious institution, hospital, or other similar uses where children regularly gather. And located within 500 feet, measured property line to property line, from another smoke shop and tobacco store. We are not going to allow or permit a minor, not accompanied by his or her parent or legal guardian, to enter or remain within our store. We will have clear signage stating that minors may not enter the premises unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. No smoking will be permitted on the premises at any time. No distribution of free or low-cost tobacco, tobacco products, or tobacco paraphernalia, as well as coupons for said items, will be permitted. Packet Pg. 76  3.3.b The use will not cause substantial injury to nearby property values. Explain: It will not cause substantial injury to nearby property values because we are not doing any work outside of the building. We are trying to simply provide our customers with products which they are already buying from other places. To bring more convenience into their life, and bring more business to the city. So in my opinion, doing that might even help other businesses and properties. In order to supplement the above standards, the Zoning Board of may also consider the following: With respect to front yard fencing and fencing in a rear yard/side yard abutting a street, the following additional standards must be met: Attachment: Special Use Application (1713 N. Rand Road #100 - SU Tobacco Shop) a. Will meet the following aesthetic criteria: i. Will not destroy existing vistas in the area; ii. Will enhance the appearance of the homes and the streets in the area; and iii. Will not detract from the overall appearance of the community; or b. The fencing is found to be necessary to protect private property or the safety of the inhabitants of the property. N/A Page 2 of 2 Packet Pg. 77  3.3.c Packet Pg. 78 Attachment: Plat of Survey (1713 N. Rand Road #100 - SU Tobacco Shop)  3.3.d Packet Pg. 79 Attachment: Site Plan (1713 N. Rand Road #100 - SU Tobacco  Appendix Page 1 3.3.e Packet Pg. 80 Attachment: Business Plan (1713 N. Rand Road #100 - SU Tobacco Shop)  Appendix 3.3.e 1.0 Executive Summary Introduction The Company Dymok LLC is a Limited Liability Company registered in the state of Illinois. Dymok is exclusively owned by Vladyslav Shataliuk. The company does not anticipate bringing on new owners in the foreseeable future. Attachment: Business Plan (1713 N. Rand Road #100 - SU Tobacco Shop) Products Dymok Smoke Shops offers the widest variety of specialty and named brand tobacco products in the Illinois area. These include Vapes, Hookah tobacco, roll-your-own products for those clients wishing to make their own cigarettes, pipe tobacco from around the world, hookahs of national and foreign brands, plus accessories such as ashtrays, cigarette and cigar cases, humidors etc. The Market The United States is the world's leading tobacco exporter and importer and the second largest tobacco producer, behind only China. Most U.S. tobacco is used for cigarettes. However, both cigarette consumption and cigarette exports have fallen 16 percent since 1991, and the consumption of other tobacco products has suffered a similar loss. All of this makes for a current market situation that is unfavorable to Dymok Smoke Shops. Since the Master Settlement Agreement (MSA) was signed in November 1998, cigarette companies have been forced to boost prices because of payments required by the settlement. Higher prices have curtailed consumption. The long-term decline in cigarette consumption due to non-economic factors continues as well, as private tobacco opposition and health care organizations continue to push for the elimination of all smoking throughout the nation Dymok possesses a number of competitive advantages, however. These includes established supply channels and its various cost advantages that are difficult to replicate, multiple suppliers in the Illinois area. This facility will act as a pilot project to determine the long- term profitability of this concept. If it proves popular, we plan to expand all our facilities to include this unique customer experience. Dymok is not very limited in the types of marketing it can do. We plan to by targeting several local magazines. We are also in the process of creating partnerships with other internet firms to create Internet links to our existing informational website. When we launch our online ordering features, we will intensify these efforts. Financial Considerations Dymok is a limited debt company and intends to stay that way. We expect to see increased profits from our revitalization efforts by the end of Year 1. Over the next three years we expect that much of our profits will be invested into our new website and online store. We do not anticipate any serious cash problems. Page 2 Packet Pg. 81  Appendix 3.3.e 1.1 Objectives The overall decline of the tobacco and vape industry has lead to lower profit margins and increased risks and costs. Therefore, in order to remain a viable firm, we have created a revitalization plan that includes the following goals. • Reduce costs by 15% over the next three years and ultimately by 20%, specifically concentrating on inventory overhead. • Expand our customer base through the launching of our new website and our online store. Increase market awareness of our Attachment: Business Plan (1713 N. Rand Road #100 - SU Tobacco Shop) products through selected national advertising. • Differentiate our patron's purchasing experience through the creation of online store. 1.2 Mission The Dymok Smoke Shops strives to offer quality products, brands, and responsive service for a good price. Dymok seeks to offer a unique experience to its patrons by stocking the most comprehensive tobacco products available for its discerning consumers and creating an intimate and comforting environment for the tobacco customers. Dymok will continue to maintain the highest standards of service in the tobacco industry. 1.3 Keys to Success With the industry being increasingly pinched by declining numbers of customers and more and more hostile judicial and federal regulations, we must insure the following priorities: • Expand our customer base to retain a sufficient level of profitability. • Increase customer retention through high quality of service. • Decrease costs and improve accounting practices to decrease collection days (improve short-term profits) and improve cost assessment. 2.0 Products Product List ▪ Vapes ▪ Hookahs ▪ T-shirts ▪ Snacks ▪ Drinks ▪ Vape Juices Page 3 Packet Pg. 82  Appendix 3.3.e ▪ Lighters ▪ Burners ▪ Hookah tobacco ▪ Hookah Coals ▪ Hookah Accessories Dymok Smoke Shops offers the widest variety of specialty and named brand tobaccos, vapes, hookahs and roll- Attachment: Business Plan (1713 N. Rand Road #100 - SU Tobacco Shop) your-own accessories in Palatine area. A listing of all our products would take up too much space, but a partial list is provided to give the reader an idea of the quality and scope of our products. Vape Brands Dymok carries many of the finest brands of cigars currently being produced throughout the world, such as: • SMOK • Vaporesso • Ooze • YoCan • Geek Vape • Scorch Torch • RAW • Special Blue • Free Max Accessories Dymok carries a wide range of unique smoke shop gifts. These include: • Ashtrays • Tabacco Pipes • Cigarette and cigar cases • Humidors • Tobacco jars • Lighters • Flasks Page 4 Packet Pg. 83  Appendix 3.3.e • Cleaners Roll-your-own Cigarettes For clients who prefer to roll their own cigarettes, Dymok carries a number of fine tobaccos and other accessories for doing just that. Listed below are some of the cigarette tobaccos that we currently have available. Attachment: Business Plan (1713 N. Rand Road #100 - SU Tobacco Shop) Hookah Tobacco Brands • Al Fakher • Eternal Smoke • Fumari • Mazaya • Fantasia • Alchemist • Starbuzz • Tangiers Pipe Tobacco (canned and in various sized pouches) Dymok currently offers over 58 blends, all mixed by hand. These excellent pipe tobaccos have been perfected through over 40 years of retail exposure. Some of the more popular are: • American Ribbon • Ambrosia • Britannica Blend • Captain English • McClelland • Dunhill • Mac Baren • Flying Dutchman • Kentucky Club Hookah Brands • Dymok • Sky • Embery Page 5 Packet Pg. 84  Appendix 3.3.e • Regal • Starbuzz • Khmara • Khalil Mamoon • AMY • MIG • MattPear Attachment: Business Plan (1713 N. Rand Road #100 - SU Tobacco Shop) Many of these brands have various mixtures and blends, all which Dymok stocks. 3.0 Market Analysis Summary We anticipate that 75% of all our patrons will be men. We have divided up our clients into the following market segments based on their dedication. These segments are the specialty smoker, the recreational smoker, average smokers, and occasional smokers. Since the specialty and recreational smokers will be the most frequent patrons of Dymok and have the highest average profit margin, we will be focusing on marketing and servicing these patrons the most. Currently we have two competitors within the city limits of Palatine. Most of these competitors are single store firms, and many of them have more limited stock. In addition, over the past ten years the number of local participants in the tobacco industry has seriously declined. As more participants leave the market, much of the client base, declining though it may be, will be left for the survivors and this means a real chance to consolidate and gain market share. Now, management is exploring the possibility of being a leader in market consolidation. This would create a buffer to declining profits by increasing the market share and volume. 3.1 Market Segmentation Now our potential list of patrons includes all the smoking population in Illinois, with an adult population of 9.5 million people (over the age of 21) we estimate this to be 450,000 people. However, only a small fraction of these potential patrons are specialty smokers and most of the rest are consumers accustomed to purchasing nationwide brand cigarettes and smokes from non-specialty stores such as grocery markets and convenience stores. Therefore, we have divided our clients into the following market segments based on their dedication: • Specialty Smokers: These are your hard-core smokers who actively patronize smoke shops and are looking to find the hardest to find brands that give a unique smoking experience. • Recreational Smokers: These are habitual smokers of everyday brands, but who occasionally are looking for something else. • Average Smokers: These clients are dedicated to everyday brands but shop at smoke stores rather than markets or convenience stores. Page 6 Packet Pg. 85  Appendix 3.3.e • Occasional Smokers: These are people who only occasionally smoke a cigar or cigarette, but will sometimes be drawn to shop at a smoke shop due to special occasions (bachelor parties, birthdays, etc.) While we acknowledge that there will be some female customers, we anticipate that 75% of all our patrons will be men. When we launch our Internet site with online ordering in 2023, we will be able to sell to all the potential clients in the U.S. Therefore, we see the number of potential patrons sharply increase in that year. Once we become established as an online retailer of specialty and nationwide brand smokes, we expect to have an estimated potential customer base of ~150 million patrons. Attachment: Business Plan (1713 N. Rand Road #100 - SU Tobacco Shop) Page 7 Packet Pg. 86  Appendix 3.3.e Table: Market Analysis Market Analysis 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 Potential Customers Growth CAGR Specialty smokers -2% 20,000 12,800,000 12,544,000 12,293,120 12,047,258 395.41% Recreational smokers -2% 50,000 20,154,000 19,750,920 19,355,902 18,968,784 341.33% Attachment: Business Plan (1713 N. Rand Road #100 - SU Tobacco Shop) Average smokers -1% 180,000 36,864,000 36,495,360 36,130,406 35,769,102 275.46% Occasional smokers -3% 200,000 77,612,000 75,283,640 73,025,131 70,834,377 333.81% Total 318.18% 450,000 147,430,000 144,073,920 140,804,559 137,619,521 318.18% Chart: Market Analysis (Pie) 3.2 Target Market Segment Strategy Since the Specialty and Recreational Smokers will be the most frequent patrons of Dymok and the highest average profit margin, we will be focusing on marketing and servicing these patrons the most. Usually these are clients who possess an upper level of income as well, Page 8 Packet Pg. 87  Appendix 3.3.e which improves volume. Other segments will be drawn into the Dymok shops through trickle down advertising and interest. We are seeking to create a larger dedicated client than what we possess through the creation of our website, to be launched in the second month of 2023. 4.0 Strategy and Implementation Summary Dymok possesses a number of competitive advantages to its immediate rivals. These include established supply channels and its various Attachment: Business Plan (1713 N. Rand Road #100 - SU Tobacco Shop) cost advantages that are difficult to replicate, multiple locations in the Illinois state area that will create more volume and greater client loyalty. This facility will act as a pilot project to determine the long-term profitability of this concept. If it proves popular, we plan to expand all our facilities to include this unique customer experience. 4.1 Marketing Strategy One of the most critical legislations passed recently has been the various restrictions on advertising for tobacco products. But even because of this, Dymok is not very limited in the types of marketing it can do. We plan to by targeting several local magazines. We are also in the process of creating partnerships with other internet firms to create Internet links to our existing informational website. When we launch our online ordering features, we will intensify these efforts. 5.0 Sales Strategy As every patron is critical in a market, Dymok seeks to create long-term salesperson to customer relationships. This we see as the necessary step in repeat sales that will sustain and grow our business. Promotions, specialty items and other such standard sales strategies will be used when possible. 5.1 Sales Forecast Sales forecasts are based on conservative estimates. The tobacco products industry is fortunate in that sales are not seasonal and remain steady throughout the year. We estimate that sales will go up in 2023 due to our Internet distribution outlet and this will continue to moderately grow for the foreseeable future. Page 9 Packet Pg. 88  Appendix 3.3.e Table: Sales Forecast Sales Forecast FY 2023 FY 2024 FY 2025 Sales Vapes $189,996 $201,188 $210,532 Hookah $229,992 $243,217 $254,513 Hookah Accessories $130,080 $137,800 $144,200 Attachment: Business Plan (1713 N. Rand Road #100 - SU Tobacco Shop) Vape Juice products $64,992 $68,900 $72,100 Accessories $34,992 $38,450 $40,050 Total Sales $650,052 $689,555 $721,395 Chart: Sales Yearly Forecast Sales Yearly 300,000 250,000 254,513 243,217 229,992 200,000 210,532 201,188 189,996 150,000 137,800 144,200 130,080 100,000 50,000 64,992 68,900 72,100 34,992 38,450 40,050 0 2023 2024 2025 Vapes Hookah Hookah Accessories Vape Juice Accessories 6.0 Web Plan Summary Page 10 Packet Pg. 89  Appendix 3.3.e The Dymok Quality Smokes website will be our newest distribution channel that will carry us forward and increase our client base in a market. Many people search the Internet for hard-to-find items and Dymok plans to capitalize on this trend. The Dymok website needs to be a simple yet classy and well-designed website that, at the same time, is in keeping with the latest trends and products in the tobacco industry. A site that is too flashy or tries to use too much of the latest Shockwave or Flash technology can be overdone and cause potential clients to look elsewhere for online distributors. Attachment: Business Plan (1713 N. Rand Road #100 - SU Tobacco Shop) The key to the website strategy will be combining a very well-designed front end, with a back end capable of responding quickly and efficiently to our online customer's orders. 6.1 Website Marketing Strategy Marketing in an Internet retail business depends on recognition for expertise. Once customers have arrived at our website, we will have a classy website that will leverage the company's long career as a specialty smoke shop to inspire confidence in our products and services. Initial marketing starts with our existing store front customer base, informing them of our Internet presence and encouraging their word- of-mouth recommendations to others. In addition, we will create a database of website customers so that we can regularly contact them concerning promotions and other sales events. Once we have informed our client about our online presence, we will use an aggressive search engine positioning program. We use the database to make regular contact with email newsletters and notices about new products we carry, special offers, or activities we're sponsoring. 6.2 Development Requirements The Dymok Quality Smokes website will be initially developed with few technical resources. A simple hosting provider: Hostinger , will host the site and provide the technical back end. Dymok will work with a contracted user interface designer to develop the simple, classy, yet Internet focused site. The user interface designer will work with a graphic artist to come up with the website logo, and the website graphics. The maintenance of the site will be done by our contracted designer, as Dymok does not possess the capability to do so in-house. Our online ordering system will use industry standard software for tracking and shipping. We anticipate that any new distribution channel will increase overall inventory and handling costs. To reduce this impact on Dymok's business we have secured contracts with our major suppliers to provide us with just-in-time delivery services. Page 11 Packet Pg. 90  Appendix 3.3.e 7.0 Management Summary Management of Dymok is accomplished by Vladyslav Shataliuk and our one full-time store manager. During an average day of operation, each store requires only one individual per store. Accounting, billing, inventory, and all other bookkeeping will be done by the Vladyslav. And when the shop is fully operational and set up, Dymok will start to outsource much of these tasks to a professional bookkeeping firm. 7.1 Personnel Plan Attachment: Business Plan (1713 N. Rand Road #100 - SU Tobacco Shop) The personnel plan is included in the following table. It shows the owners salary followed by the additional store manager salary. In addition, we have two part-time employees who shift their schedules between various stores. It should be further noted that there is a profit-sharing program between all the full-time employees so that effort is rewarded. Once our website becomes fully operational, we expect to have one of our part-time employees shift to full-time. Table: Personnel Personnel Plan FY 2004 FY 2005 FY 2006 Vladyslav Shataliuk $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 Store manager 1 $28,000 $28,000 $28,000 Part-time store employee $7,200 $14,400 $14,400 Part-time store employee $7,200 $7,200 $7,200 Total People 5 5 5 Total Payroll $72,400 $79,600 $79,600 8.4 Projected Profit and Loss The following is our best estimates of future revenues and costs, based on current market trends, past performance, and perceived revenue of our new cafe and website ventures. Table: Profit and Loss Pro Forma Profit and Loss FY 2023 FY 2024 FY 2025 FY 2023 FY 2024 FY 2025 Sales $650,052 $689,555 $721,395 Direct Cost of Sales $451,461 $462,140 $483,479 Other Costs of Goods $0 $2,000 $2,000 Total Cost of Sales $451,461 $464,140 $485,479 Page 12 Packet Pg. 91  Appendix 3.3.e Gross Margin $198,591 $225,415 $235,916 Gross Margin % 30.55% 32.69% 32.70% Expenses Payroll $72,400 $79,600 $79,600 Sales and Marketing and Other Expenses $6,000 $12,000 $14,000 Depreciation $0 $2,000 $4,000 Rent $18,000 $18,000 $18,000 Attachment: Business Plan (1713 N. Rand Road #100 - SU Tobacco Shop) Utilities $1,320 $1,320 $1,600 Insurance $3,600 $3,800 $4,200 Payroll Taxes $15,000 $16,000 $16,000 Other $6,000 $11,000 $14,000 Total Operating Expenses $122,320 $143,720 $151,400 Net Profit $76,271 $81,695 $84,516 Net Profit/Sales 38.4% 36.24% 35.8% Chart: Profit Yearly Chart Title $86,000.00 $84,000.00 $82,000.00 $80,000.00 $78,000.00 $76,000.00 $74,000.00 $72,000.00 Profit Yearly 2023 2024 2025 Page 13 Packet Pg. 92  Appendix 3.3.e 9.0 Summary 9.1 Hours of operation: • Sunday 8am-10pm • Monday 8am-10pm • Tuesday 8am-10pm Attachment: Business Plan (1713 N. Rand Road #100 - SU Tobacco Shop) • Wednesday 8am-10pm • Thursday 8am-10pm • Friday 8am-10pm • Saturday 8am-10pm Page 14 Packet Pg. 93  Appendix 3.3.e 9.2 Estimated number of employees Estimated number of employees is 2 part time or 1 full time employee in the beginning. And then we are planning to have 1 Full time and 2 part time employees on regular basis. 9.3 Signage Attachment: Business Plan (1713 N. Rand Road #100 - SU Tobacco Shop) We will have clear signage stating that minors may not enter the premises unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Signage 21+ will be displayed next to the entrance and next to the register( it will be shown on the floor plan). 9.4 Floor plan Page 15 Packet Pg. 94  3.3.f Packet Pg. 95 Attachment: Floor Plan (1713 N. Rand Road #100 - SU Tobacco Shop)  3.3.g Packet Pg. 96 Attachment: Public Notice (1713 N. Rand Road #100 - SU Tobacco Shop)