Zoning Board of Appeals

Agenda for ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS JANUARY 21, 2026 7:30 PM Skokie Village Hall, 5127 Oakton Street - Council Chambers 1) Call to Order/Declaration of Quorum 2) Roll Call 3) Approval of Meeting Minutes January 7, 2026 4) Old Business a. 6900 Leclaire Avenue • Adoption of Findings and Final Decision in ZBA Case 2025-08Z Roman & Jaqueline Bujdei 5) New Business a. 10014 Lamon Avenue – • 2025-09Z: Side Yard Variation A request to construct a second floor-addition resulting in the continuation of the existing 3.28-3.92-foot south side yard rather than the 4-foot minimum as required by §118-125(6)a. b. 8041 Tripp Avenue • 2025-10Z: Floor to Area Ratio Variation A request to construct a dormer addition resulting in a floor to area ratio of 0.75 rather than the 0.6 maximum allowed by §118-125(9). 6) Public Comment (up to 3 minutes for each speaker) 7) Communications from Staff Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item may contact Brian Augustine with the Community Development Department by calling 847-933-8223 or by emailing publiccomments@skokie.org. All emails and comments submitted will be made public and shared with this body. The Village, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that persons with disabilities who require certain accommodations to allow them to observe or participate in this hearing, or who have questions about the accessibility of the meeting facilities, contact the Village’s ADA coordinator Angel Schnur at angel.schnur@skokie.org or 847.933.8400.  8) Adjournment Due to a lack of complete submittals, at this time there are no upcoming scheduled meetings. Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item may contact Brian Augustine with the Community Development Department by calling 847-933-8223 or by emailing publiccomments@skokie.org. All emails and comments submitted will be made public and shared with this body. The Village, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that persons with disabilities who require certain accommodations to allow them to observe or participate in this hearing, or who have questions about the accessibility of the meeting facilities, contact the Village’s ADA coordinator Angel Schnur at angel.schnur@skokie.org or 847.933.8400.  DRAFT Meeting Minutes for Zoning Board of Appeals January 7, 2026 | 7:30 PM Skokie Village Hall | 5127 Oakton Street, Skokie IL 60077 | Council Chambers Members Present: Brian O’Donnell, Chair Nicholas Werth, Vice-Chair Sean Arden Elaine Jacobson David Putrus Sharon Roos-Kirkpatrick Daniel Strauss David Solovy Jay Trivedi Members Absent: Presiding Officer: Brian Augustine, Zoning Administrator Staff Present: Stewart Weiss, Corporation Counsel Others Present: 1) Time Meeting was Called to Order/Declaration of Quorum A quorum being present, Chair O’Donnell called the meeting to order at 7:31 PM. 2) Corporation Counsel, Stewart Weiss, gave an overview on the meeting would be run because the only case on the agenda was an appeal to an administrative decision. 3) Approval of Meeting Minutes A motion was made by Vice-Chair Werth to approve the minutes of the November 19, 2025 Zoning Board of Appeals. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jacobson. All present members voted aye with two absences. 4) Old Business No old business was discussed. 5) New Business 2025-08Z – 6900 Leclaire Avenue Petitioner: Roman Bujdei Request: Appeal to administrative decision regarding Section 118-212(c)(6) – improved alley. Doc 637591 – ZBA Meeting Minutes for January 7, 2027  DRAFT Staff provided background on the provision in question, Section 118.212(c)(6) of the Skokie zoning chapter, which states that access to off-street parking can only be from a public alley, and curb cuts are prohibited unless the lot does not abut a public improved alley. Relief may only be granted for mixed-use, business, or industrial properties. Mr. Rolando Acosta, attorney for the appellant, presented their case. He focused on the definition of "improved" as it relates to the alley in question, arguing that a gravel alley with vegetation was not "improved" within the meaning of the ordinance. He noted that the ordinance does not define "improved," nor do the International Building Code or International Mechanical Code referenced in the ordinance. Mr. Acosta presented evidence from three professional engineers, including a former Skokie employee, who all concluded that the gravel alley in question was not improved. He referenced minutes from a Planning Commission meeting where commissioners referred to "unimproved gravel alleys," suggesting that the Planning Commission itself did not consider gravel alleys to be improved. He also presented a Chicago Department of Transportation manual that categorizes gravel alleys as unimproved, and a legal case where the city of Evanston referred to an unpaved alley as unimproved. Staff then presented their position. They explained that the alley in question had been maintained by the village, with grading performed on June 27, 2025. Staff noted that Public Works regularly maintains stone alleys through scarifying the center to remove vegetation, adding new stone, and trimming encroaching plants and trees every winter. Staff contended that the majority of alleys in Skokie are stone/gravel alleys, and they are considered improved because they have been surfaced to allow for vehicular traffic. Mike Voitik, Planning Coordinator with the Village, presented examples of what staff considers improved and unimproved alleys. He showed photos of various types of improved alleys (stone/gravel, concrete, paver blocks) that are maintained by the village, accessible to vehicular traffic, and used for refuse collection. In contrast, he showed examples of unimproved alleys that were platted but never opened, are covered with grass, have no alley returns, and are not maintained by the village. During Board discussion, several members questioned the definition of "improved" in this context. Commissioner Arden expressed concern about the vagueness of the ordinance, noting that the administration was required to interpret an ambiguous provision. Commissioner Kirkpatrick suggested that "improvement" in this context simply means that something has been done to the property, not necessarily that it's of high quality. The Chair noted several pieces of evidence from the appellant's presentation that suggested ambiguity, including the Planning Commission minutes referring to "unimproved gravel alleys" and the Chicago Department of Transportation's definition of unimproved surfaces that included gravel roadways. The Chair concluded that there was ambiguity in the ordinance and that the village needed to clearly and definitively state the difference between an improved and unimproved alley. Doc 637591 – ZBA Meeting Minutes for January 7, 2027  DRAFT Commissioner Strauss raised a concern that if all gravel alleys were considered unimproved, it would defeat the purpose of the code change, as the majority of alleys in the village are gravel. After discussion, a motion was made to affirm the administrative decision. Motion to affirm the administrative decision was made by Commissioner Kirkpatrick and seconded by Commissioner Strauss. The motion failed by a vote of 4-4. Motion: Kirkpatrick Second: Strauss Ayes: 4 Nays: 4 Absent: 1 A second motion was then made to reverse the administrative decision. Motion to reverse the administrative decision was made by Commissioner Arden and seconded by Commissioner Trivedi. The motion passed by a vote of 5-3. Motion: Arden Second: Trivedi Ayes: 5 Nays: 3 Absent: 1 Corporation Counsel Weiss indicated he would prepare a formal order reflecting the Board's decision to reverse the administrative decision, which would be presented at the January 21, 2026 meeting for final approval. Communication from Staff Staff noted that there would be two cases scheduled for the next meeting on January 21, 2026, in addition to voting on the order reversing the administrative decision. 6) Public Comment There were no public comments. 7) Adjournment Meeting adjourned at 8:32 PM Respectfully Submitted Brian Augustine, Zoning Administrator/Permit Supervisor Doc 637591 – ZBA Meeting Minutes for January 7, 2027  FINDINGS AND FINAL DECISION VILLAGE OF SKOKIE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS APPEAL OF ZONING ADMINISTRATOR DETERMINATION CASE 2025-08Z Appellant: Roman & Jacqueline Bujdei – 6900 Le Claire Avenue Property Owner: Roman & Jacqueline Bujdei – 6900 Le Claire Avenue Hearing Held: The Village of Skokie Zoning Board of Appeals ("ZBA") held a hearing on the appeal filed by the Appellant (“Appeal”) on January 7, 2025, at Skokie Village Hall, 5127 Oakton Avenue, Skokie, Illinois. Subject: This Appeal concerns whether the Skokie Zoning Administrator (“Zoning Administrator”) correctly interpreted Section of 118- 21(c)(6) of the Village’s Zoning Ordinance to prohibit the establishment of a new curb cut onto an adjacent street for a residential lot with established access to an stone-surfaced alley. Subject Property: 6900 Le Claire Avenue Facts and Findings: 1. Section 118-212 of the Zoning Ordinance is titled “Motor vehicle parking facility design standards” 2. Subsection (c)(6) of Section 118-212 addresses the permitted location of access driveways to off-street parking and loading spaces and reads in its entirety as follows: “Location. Access to off-street parking can only be from a public alley. Subsequent to October 16, 2023, new curb cuts are prohibited unless the lot does not abut a public improved alley. Relief may only be granted for mixed-use, business or industrial properties.” (emphasis added) 3. The Appellant is the owner of the Subject Property, which is a residentially zoned lot located at the northwest corner of the intersection of Morse Avenue and Le Claire Avenue in the Village. 4. The Subject Property is currently improved with a one-story residential home with an attached garage facing the Le Claire Avenue frontage. 5. The attached garage is accessible directly to Le Claire Avenue via an existing curb cut. 6. The Subject Property directly abuts a platted public alley (“Alley”) running parallel to the Subject Property’s Morse Avenue frontage. Village of Skokie Zoning Board of Appeals Findings and Final Determination Appeal of November 11, 2025 Zoning Administrator Determination 6690 Le Claire Avenue, Skokie, Illinois Page 2 7. The Alley is partially surfaced with stone/aggregate material and has a grass strip running down the center. 8. The Subject Property and all other residential lots on the 5100 block of Morse Avenue receive waste and recycling collection via the Alley. 9. The Appellant seeks to develop the Subject Property with a new single family home and on [INSERT DATE], 2024 submitted plans include a driveway and curb cut along the Subject Property’s Morse Avenue frontage. 10. Brian Augustine, acting the Village’s Zoning Administrator, determined that moving the curb cut from the Le Claire frontage of the Subject Property to the Morse Avenue frontage would constitute the construction of a new curb cut. Mr. Augustine further determined that the construction of a new curb cut on the Subject Property would be precluded by the prohibition set forth in Section 118-212(C)(6) because the Subject Property abuts an improved alley (“Zoning Administrator Determination”). The Zoning Administrator determined that the because the Property is served by a stone surfaced alley located on the north side of the Subject Property, Section 118-212(c)(6) prohibited the Appellant from constructing a new curb cut along the Morse Avenue frontage of the Subject Property. The Appellate was notified of the Zoning Administrator’s Determination on November 11, 2025. 11. On November 24, 2025, the Appellant submitted a request to appeal the interpretation set forth in the Zoning Administrator’s Determination (“Appeal”). 12. Mr. Augustine is, in his capacity as Zoning Administrator, designated as the Village’s “Zoning Official”. 13. Section 118-8 of the Zoning Ordinance authorizes “[a]ny person with standing, aggrieved, or affected by any interpretation of the Zoning Official” to request an appeal from Zoning Board of Appeals so long as the appeal is filed no later than ten working days after the Zoning Official’s decision is filed. 14. Section 118-7 of the Zoning Ordinance authorized the ZBA to “hear[] and decide[] appeals where it is alleged that there is an error in any order, requirement, decision, determination, or interpretation by the Zoning Official.” 4907-7209-9718, v. 1 Village of Skokie Zoning Board of Appeals Findings and Final Determination Appeal of November 11, 2025 Zoning Administrator Determination 6690 Le Claire Avenue, Skokie, Illinois Page 3 15. The ZBA finds that the Appeal was timely filed on November 24, 2025, being the date nine working days after the issuance of the Zoning Administrator Determination. 16. During the hearing on the Appeal, the ZBA received evidence and heard extensive argument from counsel for the Appellant Rolando Acosta, amd also received evidence from Zoning Administrator Brian Augustine and Planning Coordinator Mike Voitik, all concerning the Property and the Zoning Administrator Determination. 17. The Appellate submitted the following documentation into evidence: a. A Plat of Survey of the Subject Property prepared by MM Survey Co., consisting of one sheet, dated August 19, 2024. b. Photographs of the Subject Property. c. Photographs of the Alley. d. A Proposed Site Plan for 6900 LeClaire Avenue, prepared by Shaped PLLC, consisting of one sheet labeled T-1. e. A letter from Sabin Olteanu, Certified Professional Engineer employed by Civicland, PLLC dated as of November 17, 2025 entitled “Alley Surface Classification at 6900 Le Claire Avenue, Skokie, IL.” f. An electronic mail from Eric Sanchez, dated [INSERT], 2025 with a subject line “[INSERT]”. g. Approved Summary Meeting Minutes from the Village of Skokie Plan Commission meeting on August 17, 2023. h. An excerpt of the City of Chicago Department of Transportation [INSERT NAME OF PUBLICATION] including the definition of “unimproved” i. An opinion of the Illinois Appellate Court (1st Dist.) in the case Elizabeth Gutstein v. City of Evanston, 402 Ill. App. 3d 610 (2010). j. An email from Kelsey A. Taylor P.E. to the Appellant dated November 17, 2025 with the subject “Re: BUJDEI: 6600 Le Claire Avenue Driveway Location” 4907-7209-9718, v. 1 Village of Skokie Zoning Board of Appeals Findings and Final Determination Appeal of November 11, 2025 Zoning Administrator Determination 6690 Le Claire Avenue, Skokie, Illinois Page 4 k. An artificial intelligence-generated summary from Google regarding alley construction in Santa Monica, California and a number of accompanying aerial and street-view” photographs of streets in Santa Monica captured from Google Maps. 18. Appellant’s counsel presented the following arguments in summary advocating for a reversal of the Zoning Administrator’s Determination: a. Neither the Zoning Ordinance, nor the Village’s adopted building codes, defines what constitutes an “improved alley” for the purposes of Section 118-212(c)(6). b. As a result the Zoning Administrator should have relied on the ordinary meaning and understanding of the word “improved.” c. Two certified professional engineers reviewed photographs of the Alley and opined that the partial stone surface did not constitute an “improved alley” d. If simply grading an alley to render it passable by vehicles qualified an alley as “improved” then a dirt alley may also suffice to qualify as “improved” under the Zoning Administrator’s Determination. e. There is evidence from the Minutes of the August 2023 meeting that a member of the Village’s Plan Commission differentiated between stone-surfaced alleys and improved alleys when considering the amendments that added Section 118-212(c)(6) to the Zoning Ordinance f. Other municipalities, including Chicago and Evanston, classify stone surfaced alleys as “unimproved.” 19. The Zoning Administrator submitted the following documentation into evidence in support of his determination: a. Staff Report for Case 2023-18P. b. Email from Russ Rietveld, Director of Engineering, dated January 2, 2026. c. Email from Michael Lochner, Supervisor of Streets and Alleys, dated December 26, 2026. 4907-7209-9718, v. 1 Village of Skokie Zoning Board of Appeals Findings and Final Determination Appeal of November 11, 2025 Zoning Administrator Determination 6690 Le Claire Avenue, Skokie, Illinois Page 5 d. A Powerpoint presentation displayed during the hearing showing different types of alley construction present in the Village. 20. The Zoning Administrator and Planning Coordinator Mr. Voitik, provided testimony in support of the Zoning Administrator’s Determination: a. There are a variety of construction materials used in alleys across the Village including stone, pavers, asphalt, and concrete. b. There are approximately 20 remaining alleys in the Village that were platted and dedicated to the City but never improved to accept vehicular traffic. The Village considers these alleys unimproved and has had a long-standing policy of vacating unimproved alleys to surrounding land owners whenever possible. c. It was noted that the Village considers improved alleys to have alley returns which allow vehicles to enter, pass through, and exit the Alleys. The Alley behind the Subject Property is improved with an alley return on both sides of the 5100 block of Morse Avenue. d. For the Alley behind the Subject Property, the Village conducts regular improvement to the Alley including scarification of the surface, removal of debris, and the replenishment of the stone surface. The last time this work was conducted was 2025. e. The majority of the alleys in the Village are stone-surfaced. 21. After receiving evidence and testimony and hearing arguments from the Appellant and the Zoning Administrator, the Zoning Board finds as follows: a. Due to the lack of a specific definition for “improved” in the Zoning Ordinance or other Village codes and regulations, Section 118-212(c)(6)’s prohibition on new curb cuts for properties abutting “improved alleys” is ambiguous. b. The Appellant provided sufficient evidence that stone- surfaced alleys would not be considered improved in other jurisdictions and contexts, including surface parking. c. When a provision of the Zoning Ordinance is determined to be ambiguous, it is appropriate to interpret the provision in 4907-7209-9718, v. 1 Village of Skokie Zoning Board of Appeals Findings and Final Determination Appeal of November 11, 2025 Zoning Administrator Determination 6690 Le Claire Avenue, Skokie, Illinois Page 6 favor of an property owner’s fee use of their property. Worthham v. Village of Barrington Hills, 2022 IL App (1st) 210888. 22. The Zoning Board of Appeals therefore determines that the Zoning Administrator’s Determination that the Subject Property abuts an “improved alley” for the purpose of Section 118-212(c)(6) was in error. 23. Based on the foregoing, the ZBA finds that the Zoning Administrator Determination should be reversed. 24. The ZBA makes no findings as to whether the Appellant is entitled to, as proposed, move the curb cut on the Subject Property from the Le Claire Avenue frontage to the Morse Avenue frontage. Action of the Board: The ZBA, having reviewed and discussed the Appeal as requested, hereby reverses the Zoning Administrator’s Determination in its entirety. Accordingly, the Appeal is granted. 4907-7209-9718, v. 1 Village of Skokie Zoning Board of Appeals Findings and Final Determination Appeal of November 11, 2025 Zoning Administrator Determination 6690 Le Claire Avenue, Skokie, Illinois Page 7 Dated: ___________, 2026 Ayes: Nays: Absent: Abstain: VILLAGE OF SKOKIE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS ___________________________________ Brian O’Donnell, Chairman Any appeal of this final administrative decision of the Village of Skokie Zoning Board of Appeals must be in compliance with the Administrative Review Law, 735 ILCS 5/3-101 et seq. Filed this ____ day of ______________________, 2026, with the office of the Zoning Administrator of the City. ____________________________________ Brian Augustine, Zoning Administrator Village of Skokie 4907-7209-9718, v. 1 STAFF REPORT 10015 Lamon Avenue Community Development Department Council Chambers, 7:30 PM, January 21, 2026 To: Brian O’Donnell, Chairman, Zoning Board of Appeals From: Brian J. Augustine, Zoning Administrator Re: 2025-09Z – Side Yard Variation General Information Location 10014 Lamon Avenue Petitioner Abdul R. Samjoo and Shamin Samjoo Request Variation in order to construct a second-floor addition resulting in the continuation of the existing 3.28 – 3.92-foot south side yard. Zoning Requirement 4-foot minimum side yard (118-125(6)a.) Aerial and Zoning Map Existing Zoning & R2 Single-Family – Detached residence Land Use SITE INFORMATION • The residence was constructed in 1959. • The site abuts a public alley to the south. DOC 637487 – Staff Report for 2025-09Z – 10014 Lamon Ave Side Yard Variation Page 1 of 4  Figure 1. View of Subject Site (south side yard) Facing West Figure 2. Aerial View of the Subject Site PETITIONER’S SUBMITTAL The petitioner is requesting a variation in order to construct a second-floor addition resulting in the continuation of the existing 3.28 – 3.92-foot south side yard. The addition will consist of three new bedrooms and a bathroom. It will be constructed over the existing first-floor and will follow all existing setbacks. DOC 637487 – Staff Report for 2025-09Z – 10014 Lamon Ave Side Yard Variation Page 2 of 4 STAFF ANALYSIS Staff recommends that the petitioner’s request for a variation to construct a second-floor addition resulting in the continuation of the existing 3.28-3.92-foot south side yard, be APPROVED, based on the Proposed Findings of Fact. The petitioner did not create the hardship because the addition will follow the setbacks of the existing building that was constructed with a permit in 1959. The construction will not negatively impact any neighbors because the building’s substandard south side yard abuts a 16-foot wide public alley. The north side yard, that abuts a residence, will remain 10-plus feet and meet all zoning regulations. APPEARANCE COMMISSION This addition will be required to obtain a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Appearance Commission. ATTACHMENTS 1. Proposed Findings of Fact 2. Variation Application 3. Petitioner Statement 4. Plat of Survey 5. Site Plan and elevations dated May 27, 2025 6. Photographs of Subject Site 7. Affidavit of Public Notice 8. Certificate of Publication 9. Photograph of Sign on Property DOC 637487 – Staff Report for 2025-09Z – 10014 Lamon Ave Side Yard Variation Page 3 of 4 Proposed Findings of Fact 2025-09Z: Variation Community Development Department Council Chambers, 7:30 PM, January 21, 2026 1 Consideration Limitation on the use of the property due to physical, topographical, and geologic features. Finding There are limitations on the property to construct any second-floor addition due to the existing home setbacks. 2 Consideration The applicant can demonstrate that without a variance there can be no reasonable use of the property. Finding The applicant cannot demonstrate that without a variance there can be no reasonable use of the property. 3 Consideration The granting of the variance is not based solely on economic reasons. Finding The granting of the variance does not appear to be based solely on economic reasons. 4 Consideration The necessity for the variance was not created by the property owner. Finding The necessity for the variance was not created by the current property owner. 5 Consideration The variance requested is the minimum variance necessary to allow reasonable use of the property. Finding The request is the minimum necessary to construct an addition. 6 Consideration The granting of the variance will not be injurious to the public health, safety, or welfare. Finding The granting of the variance will not be injurious to public health, safety or welfare as the proposed addition will have to be constructed in compliance with building code regulations. 7 Consideration The property subject to the variance request possesses one or more unique characteristics generally not applicable to similarly situated properties Finding The substandard side yard abuts the public alley. The building was originally constructed too close to the lot line. DOC 637487 – Staff Report for 2025-09Z – 10014 Lamon Ave Side Yard Variation Page 4 of 4 Variance Petition Statement – Side Yard Setback (Code 118-126 R2 Zoning) Property Address: 10014 Lamon Ave, Skokie, IL 60077 Petitioner: Abdul Samjoo 1. Physical limitations on property use The lot width is 43 feet, which is 2 feet narrower than most of the lots on the block. Minimum 40 feet required for the R2 zoning district. Because of the narrower lot and the 20-foot-wide alley at the rear side, the original home was built closer to the side property lines. As a result, the first floor already has reduced side yards, and continuing the second- floor addition directly above the existing footprint is the only practical option for proper alignment and structural continuity. 2. Reasonable use of the property without the variance Without a variance, the second-floor addition would require a 9-inch horizontal setback step-in, resulting in a visually inconsistent and structurally inefficient design. This would negatively impact the architectural layout, interior room usability, and the overall aesthetic compatibility of the home. The variance allows the addition to align with the existing footprint, producing a structurally sound and visually cohesive result. 3. Request not based solely on economic reasons The purpose of this variance is not for profit or financial gain. My family has grown, and we intend to remain long-term in this home and in the Skokie community. My children attend local public schools, and we wish to continue living here. The additional space is needed for functional family living, not economic benefit — the project is specifically to create adequate space for our household’s needs. 4. Necessity for variance not created by owner We purchased the property in 2019 with the side yard conditions already in place. The nonconforming side yard setbacks of 3.28 ft and 3.92 ft were inherited with the existing structure. No changes were made by us to alter or reduce setbacks. The need for a variance arises solely from the original home placement and current zoning standards. 5. Minimum variance necessary for reasonable use The request is strictly to build vertically above the existing footprint, maintaining the current nonconforming side yards without expanding further outward. Meeting the 4-foot minimum side yard requirement would require narrowing the second floor or undertaking major structural relocation, which is not practical or structurally efficient. This variance represents the least amount of relief necessary to complete a functional second-floor addition. 6. No injury to public health, safety, or welfare The proposed addition will comply with all applicable building codes and will be permitted, constructed, and inspected by the Village of Skokie. Licensed professionals will perform all work. Because no horizontal expansion is proposed, light, air, drainage, and safety conditions remain unchanged. The project will enhance the home, maintain neighborhood character, and improve the overall property condition. 7. Unique characteristics of the property The property adjoins a 20-foot-wide alley at the rear, which is larger than the typical 16- foot residential alley, creating an atypical site configuration. Combined with the 43-foot narrow lot width, these conditions are not typical of many nearby parcels. Allowing a vertical continuation over the existing footprint will maintain compatibility with surrounding homes and ensure the property remains functional and aligned with neighborhood development patterns.  PLAT OF SURVEY OF LOT 35 AND THE SOUTH 8 FEET OF LOT 36 IN BLOCK 1 IN WESTMORELAND ADDITION TO EVANSTON NO. 2, A SUBDIVISION IN THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF LEGEND FRACTIONAL SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. E RE I EN ION E CRIPTION R RECOR I EN ION EE I EN ION 35.00' (R) I ING ET C INE CENTER OF ALLEY AS MONUMENTED AND OCCUPIED 36 CLF ONL N. 27' OF LOT 36 (NOT INCLUDED) RC ENGTH I EN ION N89°15'21"W (M) R RC R I I E ION FIP 2" 1 CLF 0.83' S CROSS TE CH RC CHOR I EN ION & ONL 127.47' (M) 2.00' E PC POINT O C R T RE PT POINT O T NGENCY NO WF 0.44' W 1.89' S & RE I ION S. 8' OF LOT 36 1.56' S CLF 0.42' S CONC. 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LINE OF LOT 35 117.40' (R) PF 0.34' S ET G N I G I EN ER C CH IN IN ENCE OR ERE Y FIP 12" 1.16' S 1.17' S PF 1.46' S 127.47' (M) 0.38' S 0.26' S 0.34' N OO ENCE C TEGORY O N N89°15'21"W (M) CROSS IRON ET ENCE 903 COMMERCE DRIVE, SUITE 210, OAK BROOK, IL 60523 2.00' E P P TIC INY ENCE R IRE ENCE Pi Surveying PLLC GR G R R I RT RET INING 20' ALLEY I ING CONCRETE NOTE: ALLEY TO THE WEST OF SUBJECT PH T PROPERTY APPEARS TO BE VACATED. OO NO DOCUMENTATION WAS PROVIDED TO ET SURVEYOR AT THE TIME OF THIS SURVEY. RIC PHONE: (773) 444-0445 www.pisurveying.com BASIS OF BEARINGS: GR E SURVEY NOTES: THE BASIS OF BEARINGS IS THE STATE PLANE TONE 1. FOR BUILDING LINES, EASEMENTS AND OTHER RESTRICTIONS NOT SHOWN HEREON; REFER TO COORDINATE SYSTEM (SPCS) NAD 83 (2011) EAST ZONE. TER YOUR DEED, TITLE POLICY AND LOCAL ZONING ORDINANCE ETC. ALL MEASUREMENTS ARE ON THE GROUND. O ERH NG C NOPY 2. ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN FEET AND DECIMAL PARTS THEREOF. 3. REVIEW LEGAL DESCRIPTION AND RECORD MEASUREMENT ON THIS PLAT AND REPORT ANY ITION DISCREPANCIES TO SURVEYOR AT ONCE, BEFORE DAMAGE MAY OCCUR. 4. COMPARE ALL POINTS BEFORE BUILDING BY SAME. STATE OF ILLINOIS SUBJECT SITE AREA: 5. WE DO NOT CERTIFY UTILITIES, THEREFORE, CONTACT UTILITIES COMPANIES BEFORE BUILDING. COUNTY OF DUPAGE 6. BASIS OF BEARING IF SHOWN IS ASSUMED UNLESS NOTED. 5,481.1± SQ. FT. 7. DATE OF FIELD WORK IS DATE SHOWN IN CERTIFICATION. WE, PI SURVEYING PLLC, AN ILLINOIS PROFESSIONAL DESIGN FIRM DO 8. NO MEASUREMENTS ARE TO BE ASSUMED BY SCALING. HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE SURVEY WAS MADE UNDER ITS SUPERVISION 9. ANY COMMENTS, MODIFICATIONS, ALTERATIONS AND REVISIONS MUST BE BROUGHT TO OUR ON THE GROUND AND THE PLAT HEREON DRAWN IS A REPRESENTATION ATTENTION WITHIN 90 DAYS OF DATE OF COMPLETION OF THIS SURVEY. OF SAME. THIS PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CONFORMS TO THE CURRENT 10. TREES AND UTILITIES ARE NOT SHOWN HEREON. ILLINOIS MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR BOUNDARY SURVEY. AL L AND 0' 15' 30' ON SU 11. CATEGORY OF THIS SURVEY IS BASED UPON CLIENT'S REQUEST. S SI R DATED AT OAK BROOK, ILLINOIS THIS 9th DAY OF JUNE, 2025. FE WILLIAM A. VE 12. TO ENSURE LEGITIMACY OF THIS PLAT, IT MUST CARRY THE SEAL OF THE PROFESSIONAL P RO WORKMAN COPYRIGHT NOTICE YO LICENSEE WHO PREPARED THIS PLAT. R THI R ING I THE PROPERTY O PI 13. ALL BUILDING DIMENSIONS AND TIES ARE TO CURRENT SIDING MATERIAL AND NOT TO SCALE: 1" = 15' NO. 035-003501 R EYING P C N I NOT TO E E FOUNDATION. BY:____________________________________________________ OR NY P RPO E OTHER TH N THE 14. ARCHITECT, OWNER OR ENGINEER SHOULD VERIFY AND REMEASURE BUILDING FOR BUILDING OAK BROOK ADDITION PURPOSES. ILLINOIS PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYOR NO. 035.003501 ILLINOIS PECI IC PRO ECT N ITE N E HEREIN TA S LICENSE EXPIRES 11/30/2026 TE S 15. NO ZEROX, SCANNED COPIES SHALL BE MADE WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM O F I L L I NO I N C NNOT E REPRO CE IN NY PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYOR. NNER ITHO T THE E PRE RITTEN ILLINOIS PROFESSIONAL DESIGN FIRM NO. 184.008811-0008 PER I ION RO PI R EYING P C © PI R EYING P C RIGHT RE ER E 10014 Lamon - East wall 10014 Lamon - North wall 10014 Lamon - South wall 10014 Lamon - West Wall Neighbor Neighbor Neighbor Neighbor Sold To: Village of Skokie - CU00031224 5127 Oakton St Skokie,IL 60077-3633 Bill To: Village of Skokie - CU00031224 5127 Oakton St Skokie,IL 60077-3633 Certificate of Publication: Order Number: 7911356 Purchase Order: Case 2025-10Z State of Illinois - Cook Chicago Tribune Media Group does hereby certify that it is the publisher of the Skokie Review. The Skokie Review is a secular newspaper, has been continuously published Weekly for more than fifty (50) weeks prior to the first publication of the attached notice, is published in the City of Skokie, Township of Niles, State of Illinois, is of general circulation throughout that county and surrounding area, and is a newspaper as defined by 715 IL CS 5/5. This is to certify that a notice, a true copy of which is attached, was published 1 time(s) in the Skokie Review, namely one time per week or on 1 successive weeks. The first publication of the notice was made in the newspaper, dated and published on 12/25/2025, and the last publication of the notice was made in the newspaper dated and published on 12/25/2025. This notice was also placed on a statewide public notice website as required by 715 ILCS 5/2. 1. PUBLICATION DATES: Dec 25, 2025. ___________________________________________________________________________________ Skokie Review In witness, an authorized agent of The Chicago Tribune Media Group has signed this certificate executed in Chicago, Illinois on this 26th Day of December, 2025, by Chicago Tribune Media Group Jeremy Gates Chicago Tribune - chicagotribune.com 160 N Stetson Avenue, Chicago, IL 60601 (312) 222-2222 - Fax: (312) 222-4014  Chicago Tribune - chicagotribune.com 160 N Stetson Avenue, Chicago, IL 60601 (312) 222-2222 - Fax: (312) 222-4014  Chicago Tribune - chicagotribune.com 160 N Stetson Avenue, Chicago, IL 60601 (312) 222-2222 - Fax: (312) 222-4014 STAFF REPORT 8041 Tripp Avenue Community Development Department Council Chambers, 7:30 PM, January 21, 2026 To: Brian O’Donnell, Chairman, Zoning Board of Appeals From: Brian J. Augustine, Zoning Administrator Re: 2025-10Z – Floor to Area Ratio Variation General Information Location 8041 Tripp Avenue Petitioner Kevin and Natalie Frampton Request Variation in order to construct a dormer addition resulting in a floor to area ratio or 0.75. Zoning Requirement 0.6 maximum (118-125(9)) Aerial and Zoning Map Existing Zoning & R2 Single-Family – Detached residence Land Use SITE INFORMATION • Staff could not verify the date the home was constructed. A garage, formerly on site, was constructed in 1934. • The site abuts a public alley to the east. DOC 637518 – Staff Report for 2025-10Z – 8041 Tripp Ave - FAR Variation Page 1 of 4  Figure 1. View of the Subject Site Facing East (from Tripp Avenue) Figure 2. Aerial View of the Subject Site PETITIONER’S SUBMITTAL The petitioner is requesting a variation in order to construct a dormer addition resulting in a floor to area ratio of 0.75 rather than the 0.6 allowed. The dormer addition is DOC 637518 – Staff Report for 2025-10Z – 8041 Tripp Ave - FAR Variation Page 2 of 4 approximately 189 square feet, while the existing home is about 2,400 square feet. The addition will consist of a new bathroom and a storage room. STAFF ANALYSIS Staff recommends that the petitioner’s request for a variation to construct a dormer addition resulting in a floor to area ratio of 0.75 be APPROVED, based on the Proposed Findings of Fact. The building’s basement has a unique characteristic prompting the need for a variation. The floor to area ratio definition in the Zoning Ordinance requires any basement that is more above grade than below, from floor to ceiling, to count towards the floor of a home. If the basement at the subject property was more than 2 inches deeper into the ground, making the basement more below grade than above, the 1,000 square feet of basement would not count towards the floor to area ratio and the petitioner would not require a variation. Even though the basement looks like a standard basement in the neighborhood, it is actually 3’6” above grade and 3’4” below grade, making any addition to the home impossible without a variation. APPEARANCE COMMISSION This addition will be required to obtain a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Appearance Commission. ATTACHMENTS 1. Proposed Findings of Fact 2. Variation Application 3. Petitioner Statement 4. Plat of Survey 5. Site Plan and elevations dated November 18, 2025 6. Photographs of Subject Site 7. Affidavit of Public Notice 8. Certificate of Publication 9. Photograph of Sign on Property DOC 637518 – Staff Report for 2025-10Z – 8041 Tripp Ave - FAR Variation Page 3 of 4 Proposed Findings of Fact 2025-10Z: Variation Community Development Department Council Chambers, 7:30 PM, January 21, 2026 1 Consideration Limitation on the use of the property due to physical, topographical, and geologic features. Finding There are limitations on the property to construct any type of addition due to the basement being more above grade than below grade. 2 Consideration The applicant can demonstrate that without a variance there can be no reasonable use of the property. Finding The applicant cannot demonstrate that without a variance there can be no reasonable use of the property. 3 Consideration The granting of the variance is not based solely on economic reasons. Finding The granting of the variance does not appear to be based solely on economic reasons. 4 Consideration The necessity for the variance was not created by the property owner. Finding The necessity for the variance was not created by the current property owner. 5 Consideration The variance requested is the minimum variance necessary to allow reasonable use of the property. Finding The request is the minimum necessary to construct a dormer addition. 6 Consideration The granting of the variance will not be injurious to the public health, safety, or welfare. Finding The granting of the variance will not be injurious to public health, safety or welfare as the proposed addition will have to be constructed in compliance with building code regulations. 7 Consideration The property subject to the variance request possesses one or more unique characteristics generally not applicable to similarly situated properties Finding The residence has a basement that is two inches more above grade than below grade which makes it count towards the floor to area ratio. DOC 637518 – Staff Report for 2025-10Z – 8041 Tripp Ave - FAR Variation Page 4 of 4  Petition for Variance Office Use Only Case Number: VILLAGE OF SKOKIE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Filing fee: Community Development Department Recording fee: Building and Zoning Division 5127 Oakton Street Skokie, IL 60077 Phone (847) 933-8223" Fax (847) 933-8230 ALL ITEMS MUST BE COMPLETE TO PROCESS APPLICATION Address of Property 8041 Tripp Ave Zoning Owners of Property Kevin and Natalie Frampton (Titleholders, Trust Number and Beneficiaries,Corporation, etc.) Petitioners (if other than owners) Petitioners' Address 3041 TrippAve Phone 847-370-6627 City, State, Zip Skokie, IL 60076 Fax Email Address Tramptonk32@hotmail.com Existing Use of Lot Residential Proposed Request FAR All P.LN.# 10-22-427-006-0000 X Attach Legal Description of Property (from Title Policy or Plat of Survey) List allaspects of the proposed development that do not conform to the requirements of the Village of Skokie Code. Code Section Code Requirement Requested Variation 118-125 (9) 0.6 Maximum FAR 0.754 FAR PETITIONER STATEMENT (please type on a separate sheet of paper) Inorder to be granted a variance your request must be consistent with the following findings: 1 There is a limitation on use of the property due to physical, topographical, and geologic features. 2. Without avariance there can be no reasonable use of the property. 3. The request is not based solely on economic reasons. 4 The property owner did not create the necessity for the variance. 5 The request is the minimum variance necessary to allow reasonable use of the property. 6 The request will not be injurious to public health, safety or welfare. 7. The subject site possesses one or more unique characteristics generally not applicable to similarly situated properties. Any required fees or monies owed by the applicant to the Village must be paid asa condition of approval. VoSDOCS-#187565-v13-Varlation_Petition Revised 3/3/2020  THE LEGAL TITLEHOLDERMUST SIGN THIS PETITION. Where the property is held in trust, the trust officer must sign the petition and include a letter naming all beneficiaries of the trust and authorizing the beneficiaries to act on the matters related to this petition. The undersigned acknowledges and agrees that alldocumentation submitted with this application become public records and may be viewed by the public. The undersigned understands and agrees that if a Varianceis granted to this application, the building permit, where applicable, must be issued in the name of the Owner(s) listed below, the Variation and any conditions contained therein, will be recorded at the petitioner's expense in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds for Cook County, and failure to comply with any and all terms and conditions of the Variation willcause to initiate hearings to consider revocation of the Variation, as wellas any related ocupancy permit and /or business license, as provided for in the Village of Skokie Code. Owner's Namels) Kevin and Natalie Frampton Dated Signature(s)_ Phone Address(es) 8041 Tripp Ave. Skokie, IL 60076 Fax Agent or Attorney Information Name Firm Address Phone Fax SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS Current proof of ownership- current title policy or tract search AND last paid property tax bill OIf legal title is in trust, the names of the beneficiaries OIf legal title is in a corporation, the names of the principal officers and directors Length of time title has been held as represented 2 years-COSeO NoV)o01 Letter of authorization from the titleholder - when someone dther than the owner (or beneficiaries) or the owner's attorney presents the principle testimony at the public hearing Petitioner Statement Photographs of the general area or parcel Check made payable to "Village of Skokie" for current recording fee plus $400for each variation requested case Continuation fee: 50% of original fee, if requested by or due to petitioner's lack of preparation Zoníng Information Worksheet (if variation involves building coverage, impermeable surfaces or FAR) Parking evaluation from the Engineering Division (parking variations only) Proof that all principal and accessory buildings are on one lot with one single tax property identification number (PIN) or that tax consolidation has been applied for. 3-11"x17" (or smaller) copies: A plat of survey by an linois Licensed Surveyor accurately reflecting all site improvements and easements (dated less than 2 years from application, no reduced copies/must be to scale) Site & Floor plans drawn to scale showing buildings and improvements with allpertinent dimensions noted 1full size plan and 3-11"x17" Landscape plan showing location, types, and sizes of all existing and proposed landscape items (Required for all variations except variations at detached or 2-unit multifamily residences) Evidence of notice to surrounding taxpayers of record within 250 feet of the subject site and other occupants of the subject site NOTE: not more than 45 days nor less than 15 days willbe required by Zoning Board of Appeals hearing. The notice shall be deliveredleast prior to the hearing, It is recommended that the notice list be reviewed by Staff at 17 days prior to the public hearing. Skokie ls not responsible for an Incomplete or incorrect notice. Revised 3/3/2020 VOSDOCS-#187565-v13-Variation_Petition Petitioner Statement – Kevin and Natalie Frampton 8041 Tripp Ave., Skokie, IL 60076 We bought our home in 2004 after getting married earlier that year. We have enjoyed living in the community and wish to continue doing so. Unfortunately, our property was built in 1928 before the village required a certain size property, so we were squeezed into the space between the houses to the north and south of our home, thus limiting the size of the structure. Zoning regulations since then have limited what can be done to the structure to accommodate current living standards. Our wish is to be able to add two moderately sized dormers to make the home more livable within the current footprint of the structure and still be within the setback requirements to the south of the building. 1. There is a limitation on use of the property due to physical, topographical, and geologic features. The limitation on use of the property involve the livable space. We are a family of 5 with 1 bathroom in the structure. The physical limitations make daily life challenging. 2. Without a variance there can be no reasonable use of the property. It would still be reasonable, just less than ideal 3. The request is not based solely on economic reasons. The economic reason is that due to the building code regulations, we would need to spend a significant amount of money to lower the basement floor to comply with the below grade requirements that would disqualify the square footage from the FAR calculations. 4. The property owner did not create the necessity for the variance. As mentioned above, the home was built in 1928 prior to the lot size and current foundation requirements. 5. The request is the minimum variance necessary to allow reasonable use of the property. The reason for the request is due to the few inches of above / below grade measurements. In fact, if you were to put a level from the property line to the home, the grade is flat to declining grade. Current guidelines require that the foundation be enough above grade and/or grade slope away from foundation to avoid flooding. Our petition is minimally necessary to allow the square footage addition requested. 6. The request will not be injurious to public health, safety or welfare. This request is in no way injurious to the public health, safety or welfare, in fact, there are several properties (including the property directly south of us) that have similar or larger additions that are an improvement to the aesthetics of the homes/neighborhood. 7. The subject site possesses one or more unique characteristics generally not applicable to similarly situated properties. As noted above, the unique characteristics that make our home not applicable to similarly situated properties are the size of the lot compared to neighboring homes (i.e. our lot is non-conforming and smaller than comparable lots.  Plat of Survey by 6415 N. Caldwell Ave. Phone (773) 631-5285 Chicago, Il. 60646 Central Survey PLLC Fax (773) 775-2071 www.Centralsurvey.com Legal Description Lot 60 in Ackva & Chanock's Oakton Street and Keeler Avenue "L" Subdivision of the South ½ of the East ½ of the Southwest ¼ of the Southeast ¼ of Section 22, Township 41 North, Range 13 East of the Third Principal Meridian, also of the North ½ of the East ½ of the Southwest ¼ of the Southeast ½ of Section 22, aforesaid, in Cook County, Illinois Commonly Known as: 8041 N. Tripp Ave., Skokie, Illinois Area of Land Described: 4,061 Sq. Ft. South Line of Keeney Street Rec = 163.85' NE. Face Wood Fence Post 0.40' S. & 1.47' W. N. Face Wood Fence Post On Line Concrete Curb Walk Alley Rec & Meas = 123.09' N. Tripp Ave. 5.68' 6.36' 91°18'30" Pavers 0.69 Red Stone 1.80 0.68 17.57' 0.81 15.11 33.0' 1.0 22.01 6.18 1.0 1.0 3.80 13.59' 33.0' (Gravel) 7.38 Concrete Apron 11.02 Mpu!71 Rec & Meas = Pavers 18.51 20.19 1 Story Brick Residence Frame Garage Rec & Meas = 1.0 Enclosed 13.93' 3. Frame Porch 1.0 75 0.34 3.94 1.0 0.67 31.58' 5.0 0.65 22.21 0.15 7.30 0.34 40.10 3.16' 3.08' 16 Ft. 18.0' 1.90' 1.93' 123.09' Rec & Meas = Concrete Legend N. = North S. = South E. = East S. Face Wood Fence Post 0.16' S. W. = West (TYP) = Typical SE. Face Wood Fence Post 0.08' S. & 1.34' W. Rec = Record Meas = Measure NE. Face Plastic Fence Post On Line & 0.35' W. St. = Street Ave. = Avenue M. Henri 0.01' = 1/8" Decimal/Inch Conversions Jo h 2668 en n ks 0.02' = 1/4" 0.08' = 1" 0.58' = 7" 0.03' = 3/8" 0.17' = 2" 0.67' = 8" Professional 0.04' = 1/2" 0.25' = 3" 0.75' = 9" Land 0.05' = 5/8" 0.33' = 4" 0.83' = 10" Surveyor State of is Ch 0.06' = 3/4" 0.42' = 5" 0.92' = 11" State of Illinois ) 0.07' = 7/8" 0.50' = 6" 1.00' = 12" ) S.S. ic Illinois no ag NOTES: *Property corners were NOT staked per customer.*Building County of Cook ) o, I l Ii lines and easements, if any, shown hereon are building lines and easements as shown on the recorded Subdivision plat.*Consult Central Survey PLLC does hereby certify that an on the ground survey per record description of local authorities for building lines established by local ordinaces. the land shown hereon was performed on Nov. 10, 2025 and that the map or plat hereon drawn is *Compare all points before building and report any difference a correct representation of said survey. When bearings are shown the bearing base is assumed. immediately. *Assume no dimension from scaling upon this plat. Dimensions are shown in feet and hundredths and are correct at a temperature of 68° Fahrenheit. *AutoCad file will not be provided under this contract. Scale: 1 Inch equals Ordered By: Order Number: 15 Nathan Kriska 8041C Feet. . . Dated this 10th day of November 2025 ,./ John M. Henriksen P.L.S. #2668 (exp.11/30/2026) Professional Design Firm Land Surveying LLC (#184.005417) This professional service conforms to current Illinois minimum standards for a boundary survey.  FIRE RESTORATION AND REMODELING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE 8041 TRIPP AVE SKOKIE IL 6415 N. Caldwell Ave. Chicago, Il. 60646 Plat of Survey by Legal Description Central Survey PLLC Phone Fax (773) 631-5285 (773) 775-2071 www.Centralsurvey.com NK ARCHITECT Lot 60 in Ackva & Chanock's Oakton Street and Keeler Avenue "L" Subdivision of the South ½ of the East ½ of the Southwest ¼ of the Southeast ¼ of Section 22, Township 41 North, Range 13 East of the Third Principal Meridian, also of the North ½ of the East ½ of the Southwest ¼ of the Southeast ½ of Section 22, aforesaid, in Cook County, Illinois NATHAN KRISKA 3322 DEMPSTER STREET Commonly Known as: 8041 N. Tripp Ave., Skokie, Illinois SKOKIE, IL 60076 Area of Land Described: 4,061 Sq. Ft. TEL. 847-983-8383 South Line of Keeney Street I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THESE DOCUMENTS Rec = 163.85' WERE PREPARED UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF, THEY COMPLY WITH THE PROVISIONS OF NE. Face Wood Fence Post 0.40' S. & 1.47' W. THE BUILDING CODE OF THE SKOKIE IL AND THE LAWS OF THE ILLINOIS . N. Face Wood Fence Post On Line Concrete Curb 11/18/2025 ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD DATE Walk Alley Rec & Meas = 123.09' NSED ARCHIT LIC T EC 6.36' N. Tripp Ave. E 5.68' 91°18'30" NATHAN KRISKA Pavers 001-013484 0.69 Red Stone 1.80 0.68 EXP. 17.57' 22.01 0.81 15.11 11.30.2026 IS 33.0' 6.18 1.0 1.03. ST AT O 13.59' 1.0 80 Existing One E O F ILLI N 33.0' (Gravel) Story Brick 7.38 Concrete Apron 11.02 Residence Lot 60 Existing Rec & Meas = Pavers 18.51 Frame 20.19 PROJECT CONSULTANTS Rec & Meas = Garage Enclosed 1.0 13.93' 3. 1.0 75 Frame Porch 0.34 3.94 1.0 0.67 31.58' 5.0 0.65 22.21 0.15 7.30 3.16' 3.08' 1.90' 0.34 36.0 16 Ft. 18.0' 1.93' 123.09' Rec & Meas = Concrete Legend N. = North S. = South E. = East S. Face Wood Fence Post 0.16' S. W. = West (TYP) = Typical SE. Face Wood Fence Post 0.08' S. & 1.34' W. Rec = Record Meas = Measure NE. Face Plastic Fence Post On Line & 0.35' W. St. = Street Ave. = Avenue M. Henri Decimal/Inch Conversions 2668 en 0.01' = 1/8" n Joh ks 0.02' = 1/4" 0.08' = 1" 0.58' = 7" 0.03' = 3/8" 0.17' = 2" 0.67' = 8" Professional 0.04' = 1/2" 0.25' = 3" 0.75' = 9" Land 0.05' = 5/8" 0.33' = 4" 0.83' = 10" Surveyor Ch State of 0.06' = 3/4" 0.42' = 5" 0.92' = 11" 0.07' = 7/8" 0.50' = 6" 1.00' = 12" State of Illinois ) ica Illinoisoi s ) S.S. g o, in NOTES: *Property corners were NOT staked per customer.*Building County of Cook ) IlI lines and easements, if any, shown hereon are building lines and easements as shown on the recorded Subdivision plat.*Consult Central Survey PLLC does hereby certify that an on the ground survey per record description of REVISION/ISSUE local authorities for building lines established by local ordinaces. the land shown hereon was performed on Nov. 10, 2025 and that the map or plat hereon drawn is *Compare all points before building and report any difference a correct representation of said survey. When bearings are shown the bearing base is assumed. immediately. *Assume no dimension from scaling upon this plat. Dimensions are shown in feet and hundredths and are correct at a temperature of 68° Fahrenheit. *AutoCad file will not be provided under this contract. Scale: 1 Inch equals 15 Feet. ,./ PRINTED: 11/18/2025 15:14:05 Dated this 10th day of November 2025 5 REVISIONS 11.18.2025 Ordered By: Nathan Kriska . 4 REVISIONS 04.10.2025 John M. Henriksen P.L.S. #2668 (exp.11/30/2026) Professional Design Firm Land Surveying LLC (#184.005417) Order Number: 8041C . This professional service conforms to current Illinois minimum standards for a boundary survey. 3 REVISIONS 03.31.2025 2 PERMIT ISSUE 03.13.2025 1 PROGRESS 02.25.2025 NO. DESCRIPTION DATE SHEET TITLE SITE PLAN PROJECT NUMBER 140 2025 SCALE: 1" = 10'-0" PRINCIPAL IN CHARGE N. KRISKA PROJECT ARCHITECT/ENGINEER ã 2025 COPYRIGHT - NK ARCHITECT DRAWN BY K. KRETOWICZ CHECKED BY N. KRISKA SHEET NUMBER SP-1  FIRE RESTORATION AND REMODELING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE 8041 TRIPP AVE SKOKIE IL NK ARCHITECT NATHAN KRISKA 3322 DEMPSTER STREET SKOKIE, IL 60076 TEL. 847-983-8383 I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THESE DOCUMENTS WERE PREPARED UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF, THEY COMPLY WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE BUILDING CODE OF THE SKOKIE IL AND THE LAWS OF THE ILLINOIS . 11/18/2025 ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD DATE SED ARCHIT N LIC T E EC NATHAN KRISKA 001-013484 EXP. 11.30.2026 IS ST AT O E O F ILLI N PROJECT CONSULTANTS REVISION/ISSUE PRINTED: 11/18/2025 15:14:10 5 REVISIONS 11.18.2025 4 REVISIONS 04.10.2025 3 REVISIONS 03.31.2025 2 PERMIT ISSUE 03.13.2025 1 PROGRESS 02.25.2025 NO. DESCRIPTION DATE SHEET TITLE ROOF PLAN & SECTION PROJECT NUMBER 140 2025 PRINCIPAL IN CHARGE N. KRISKA PROPOSED BUILDING SECTION 2 PROJECT ARCHITECT/ENGINEER ã 2025 COPYRIGHT - NK ARCHITECT SCALE: 1/2" = 1'-0" DRAWN BY K. KRETOWICZ CHECKED BY N. KRISKA SHEET NUMBER A-2  FIRE RESTORATION AND REMODELING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE 8041 TRIPP AVE SKOKIE IL NK ARCHITECT NATHAN KRISKA 3322 DEMPSTER STREET SKOKIE, IL 60076 TEL. 847-983-8383 I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THESE DOCUMENTS WERE PREPARED UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF, THEY COMPLY WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE BUILDING CODE OF THE SKOKIE IL AND THE LAWS OF THE ILLINOIS . 11/18/2025 ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD DATE SED ARCHIT N LIC T E EC NATHAN KRISKA 001-013484 EXP. 11.30.2026 IS ST AT O E O F ILLI N PROJECT CONSULTANTS REVISION/ISSUE PRINTED: 11/18/2025 15:14:15 5 REVISIONS 11.18.2025 4 REVISIONS 04.10.2025 3 REVISIONS 03.31.2025 2 PERMIT ISSUE 03.13.2025 1 PROGRESS 02.25.2025 NO. DESCRIPTION DATE SHEET TITLE EXISTING ELEVATIONS PROJECT NUMBER 140 2025 PRINCIPAL IN CHARGE N. KRISKA PROJECT ARCHITECT/ENGINEER ã 2025 COPYRIGHT - NK ARCHITECT DRAWN BY K. KRETOWICZ CHECKED BY N. KRISKA SHEET NUMBER A-3  FIRE RESTORATION AND REMODELING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE 8041 TRIPP AVE SKOKIE IL NK ARCHITECT NATHAN KRISKA 3322 DEMPSTER STREET SKOKIE, IL 60076 TEL. 847-983-8383 I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THESE DOCUMENTS WERE PREPARED UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF, THEY COMPLY WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE BUILDING CODE OF THE SKOKIE IL AND THE LAWS OF THE ILLINOIS . 11/18/2025 ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD DATE SED ARCHIT N LIC T E EC NATHAN KRISKA 001-013484 EXP. 11.30.2026 IS ST AT O E O F ILLI N PROJECT CONSULTANTS REVISION/ISSUE PRINTED: 11/18/2025 15:14:15 5 REVISIONS 11.18.2025 4 REVISIONS 04.10.2025 3 REVISIONS 03.31.2025 2 PERMIT ISSUE 03.13.2025 1 PROGRESS 02.25.2025 NO. DESCRIPTION DATE SHEET TITLE PROPOSED ELEVATIONS PROJECT NUMBER 140 2025 PRINCIPAL IN CHARGE N. KRISKA PROJECT ARCHITECT/ENGINEER ã 2025 COPYRIGHT - NK ARCHITECT DRAWN BY K. KRETOWICZ CHECKED BY N. KRISKA SHEET NUMBER A-4  AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICNOTICE STATE OF ILLINOIS ) Case No. 2025-10Z COOK COUNTY Address 8041 Tripp Ave Request Variation - FAR Please complete & return affidavit by January 5, 2026 The undersigned petitioner, on oath, states: 1. That they are the owner or duly authorized agent of the petitioner for the property located in Skokie, IL, in the above noted case(s) now pending for public hearing before the Skokie Zoning Board of Appeals or before the Skokie Plan Commission, 2. That they notified, in writing, all properties within 250 feet of the subject site by mail, using the attached list provided by staff, no less than 15 days prior to the scheduled hearing 3. That the legal notice letter was mailed out on Keviw aspra Applicant Printed Name ApplicaDt Signature Subscribed and sworn to before me on this 3l_ Decemoer day of Month 205 Day # Ycar MARIA VICTORIA SANDIA MORENO Notary Publlc-State of Michigan Countyof Ottawa Notary Public A2A ViCoRiA SANDe Moleno My Commisslon Expires Jul 27,2031 Acting tn the County of O A A VoSDOCS-#186613 vll Public Hearing Notification Instructions_ ZBA&Plan Commission Sold To: Village of Skokie - CU00031224 5127 Oakton St Skokie,IL 60077-3633 Bill To: Village of Skokie - CU00031224 5127 Oakton St Skokie,IL 60077-3633 Certificate of Publication: Order Number: 7911347 Purchase Order: Case 2025-09Z State of Illinois - Cook Chicago Tribune Media Group does hereby certify that it is the publisher of the Skokie Review. The Skokie Review is a secular newspaper, has been continuously published Weekly for more than fifty (50) weeks prior to the first publication of the attached notice, is published in the City of Skokie, Township of Niles, State of Illinois, is of general circulation throughout that county and surrounding area, and is a newspaper as defined by 715 IL CS 5/5. This is to certify that a notice, a true copy of which is attached, was published 1 time(s) in the Skokie Review, namely one time per week or on 1 successive weeks. The first publication of the notice was made in the newspaper, dated and published on 12/25/2025, and the last publication of the notice was made in the newspaper dated and published on 12/25/2025. This notice was also placed on a statewide public notice website as required by 715 ILCS 5/2. 1. PUBLICATION DATES: Dec 25, 2025. ___________________________________________________________________________________ Skokie Review In witness, an authorized agent of The Chicago Tribune Media Group has signed this certificate executed in Chicago, Illinois on this 26th Day of December, 2025, by Chicago Tribune Media Group Jeremy Gates Chicago Tribune - chicagotribune.com 160 N Stetson Avenue, Chicago, IL 60601 (312) 222-2222 - Fax: (312) 222-4014  Chicago Tribune - chicagotribune.com 160 N Stetson Avenue, Chicago, IL 60601 (312) 222-2222 - Fax: (312) 222-4014