Appearance Commission

MEMORANDUM Community Development Department To: Michael Lynk, Chairman and Appearance Commission Members From: Peter Peyer, Community Development Director Carrie Haberstich, Planner Nathan Kriska, Building and Zoning Supervisor Brian Augustine, Zoning Administrator Date: July 5, 2013 SUBJECT: APPEARANCE COMMISSION/CASE SUBMITTAL – STAFF REPORT Staff offers the following comments on the cases scheduled for the July 10th Appearance Commission meeting: RESIDENTIAL REQUESTS 2013-028A (8522 Karlov) Staff has no objections with the overall design; however, a column for the second floor overhang is recommended, even if it is just for aesthetic purposes. Technical issues include providing additional data on the zoning worksheet. The owners’ request to maintain existing, non-conforming property conditions of a 17.84-foot front yard setback and 1 off-street parking space, rather than the 25-foot minimum front yard setback and 2 off-street parking spaces as required by the Zoning Chapter of the Skokie Village Code, will be reviewed by the Zoning Board of Appeals on July 17. 2013-029A (9200 Kildare) Staff’s primary concerns are the use of existing Bedroom 1 and Bedroom 2, as they appear to no longer have windows; therefore, not meeting lighting or ventilation requirements. It is requested that clarification of building design details and intended uses be provided by the petitioner or owner at the meeting. 2013-030A (7448 Keystone) Staff has no objections with the overall design; however, there is a concern that the first floor is wider than the second floor, which could lead to potential future water problems. Additional windows are recommended for the side elevations. 2013-031A (4039 Enfield) Staff’s primary concern is that the north and west elevations give the illusion of a two-flat and not a single family residence. It is recommended that the gable on the front elevation be centered over the large windows. Technical issues VOSDOCS-#433009-v1-July_10_2013_Appearance_Commission_Meeting_Report 1  include the proposal exceeding impermeable surface requirements, and the second floor plan appears that it will function as a second residential unit. VOSDOCS-#433009-v1-July_10_2013_Appearance_Commission_Meeting_Report 2