Zoning Board of Appeals
Regular MeetingVilla Park, IL · September 10, 2025
Agenda
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VILLAGE OF VILLA PARK
Village Hall, Board Chambers
20 South Ardmore Avenue
Villa Park, IL 60181
Zoning Board Of Appeals (ZBA)
September 10, 2025 6:00 PM
Chair Person: Rodney Pate
Commissioners: Wanda Ackermann, Vicki Flaskamp, Troy Clampit, Richard Gonzalez, Jason
Jarrett, Deborah Cain
Board Liaison - President Patrick
Staff Liaison - Michelle House
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
a. Approval of August 14, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes
3. Public Hearing - Old Business
4. Public Hearing - New Business
a. ZBA-25-01 - 580 E. Harrison St. - Variation
b. ZBA-25-02 - 920 S. Summit Ave. - Variation
c. ZBA-25-03 - 1046 S. Illinois Route 83 - Variation
d. ZBA-25-04 - 300 W. High Ridge Rd. - Special Use
5. Public Comments on Non-Agenda Items
6. Adjournment
The Villa Park Village Hall is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. An elevator
is operational at the north side entrance to the Village Hall during normal work hours and also during evenings.
lndividuals with special needs are requested to contact the Village's Compliance Officer at (630) 834-8500 so that
reasonable accommodations can be made for those persons.
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Public participation is invited. When called upon, please approach the microphone and state your name. Kindly limit
your remarks to 3 minutes.
VILLAGE OF VILLA PARK
Village Hall, Board Chambers
20 South Ardmore Avenue
Villa Park, IL 60181
Zoning Board Of Appeals (ZBA)
September 10, 2025 6:00 PM
Chair Person: Rodney Pate
Commissioners: Wanda Ackermann, Vicki Flaskamp, Troy Clampit, Richard Gonzalez, Jason
Jarrett, Deborah Cain
Board Liaison - President Patrick
Staff Liaison - Michelle House
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
a. Approval of August 14, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes
3. Public Hearing - Old Business
4. Public Hearing - New Business
a. ZBA-25-01 - 580 E. Harrison St. - Variation
b. ZBA-25-02 - 920 S. Summit Ave. - Variation
c. ZBA-25-03 - 1046 S. Illinois Route 83 - Variation
d. ZBA-25-04 - 300 W. High Ridge Rd. - Special Use
5. Public Comments on Non-Agenda Items
6. Adjournment
The Villa Park Village Hall is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. An elevator
is operational at the north side entrance to the Village Hall during normal work hours and also during evenings.
lndividuals with special needs are requested to contact the Village's Compliance Officer at (630) 834-8500 so that
reasonable accommodations can be made for those persons.
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Village of Villa Park
Planning and Zoning Commission
August 14,2025
I. CALL TO ORDER BY THE CHAIRMAN
Chairman Jarrett called the meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission to order at 7:30
p.m.
II. ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
Commissioners Present: Hasler, Hofstra, LeMieux, Luedtke, Romano, Shlensky and
Chairman Jarrett (7)
Commissioners Absent: Jackson, Calvert
Staff/Liaison Present: Community & Economic Development Interim Director Michelle
House, Planner Rachel Leedom
A Quorum was present.
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Hofstra moved to approve the minutes from July 10, 2025, as presented.
The Motion was seconded by Commissioner Luedtke.
On roll call:
AYES: Hasler, Hofstra, LeMieux, Luedtke, Romano, Shlensky and Chairman Jarrett (7)
NAYS: None (0)
The motion carried.
Motion to move Old Business to the end of New Business.
Motion made by Commissioner Hofstra seconded by Commissioner Romano.
AYES: Hasler, Hofstra, LeMieux, Luedtke, Romano, Shlensky and Chairman Jarrett (7)
NAYS: None (0)
The motion carried.
IV. New Business
a. PZ-25-11 - 5 W Madison Ave - Variation Petitioner: Richard Barnes.
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Michelle House summarized the Petitioner is seeking a Variation from Section 9.2.2, Allowed Fence
Heights and Locations to permit a 5.0-foot tall open style fence in the front yard, instead of a 4.0-
foot tall fence. This would continue an existing fence line in the side and rear yard of the property.
The Petitioner is seeking a Variation to permit a fence with a maximum height of 5.0 feet in the front
yard of a corner lot.
The property is located on a corner lot and fence will be located in the front yard of the property.
With the orientation of the house facing W. Madison St, the technical front yard on Ardmore Ave is
the largest useable space. The property has an existing fence in the rear and side yard with a
permitted height of 5.0 feet. This new fence would continue the existing fence line into the front
yard, creating a larger usable yard space for the residents. This fence would not impact any required
visibility triangles. The Petitioner is seeking a Variation from Section 9.2.2, Allowed Fence Heights
and Locations to permit a 5.0-foot tall, open style fence in the front yard, instead of 4.0-foot-tall
fence.
Commissioner LeMieux asked if the new fence would start at the northeast corner of the house and
continue in line with the House. There is a 25-foot setback from the sidewalk.
Michelle House stated that from the east property line the fence is offset 4 feet from the sidewalk
along Ardmore to allow the applicant to place landscaping.
Ryan Nudd explained that they have a large dog that could jump a lower fence.
Michelle House explained how the address was determined.
Commissioner Hofstra said that a reason to approve would be that the large parkways would be a
reason to allow the variation. It should be noted that this intersection has four way stop signs so
there would be no danger to pedestrians or cars if they allowed this four foot fence.
Michelle House would like to note that there is a code requirement that the fence must be twenty
feet outside the visibility triangle and the site line does show that this is outside the visibility
triangle.
Chairman Jarrett said that corner lots create issues with fences and backyards. This house is set
further back than we would usually see. This is the only usable yard on the property. The hardship of
the lot makes sense.
MOTION
Commissioner Shlensky motioned to recommend approval of PZ-25-11 for a Variation from Section
9.2.2, Allowed Fence Heights and Locations to permit a 5.0-ft tall open style fence in the front yard,
at 5 W Madison Ave, as depicted in exhibit A and B.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hofstra.
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On roll call:
AYES: Hasler, Hofstra, LeMieux, Luedtke, Romano, Shlensky and Chairman Jarrett (7)
NAYS: None (0)
The motion carried.
b. PZ-25-15 - 10 S. Charles Avenue – Variation - Petitioner – Jesus and Estela Unzueta.
Michelle House reported The Petitioner is requesting a Variation to allow for a garage to be
built in the Mixed Use Transitional (MX-T) District to accompany the single dwelling unit. The
Petitioner is requesting variations from section 4.4.3-General Building to permit a rear yard
setback of 5.0-ft instead of 40.0-ft., from section 4.4.3-General Building to permit a garage
entrance not on the rear façade, and section 6.10.3-Nonresidential Accessory Structures to
permit a rear and interior side yard setback of 5.0-ft instead of 10.0-ft. The lot is currently
zoned Mixed Use Transitional (MX-T) and is used as a single dwelling home. The Petitioners
would like to build a new garage on the property. If the house were located in RS-7.5, the
existing house with modifications completed in 2023 would be compliant with all building
regulations for RS-7.5. The proposed garage complies with regulations typical for a single
dwelling unit but requires Variations due to the location in the MX- district.
Commissioner Luedtke stated that they saw this petition last month and appreciates staff
and the petitioner taking the recommendation of keeping the lot MXT for what ever might
happen with the TIF.
MOTION
Commissioner Shlensky motions to recommend approval of PZ-25-09 for a variation from
section 4.4.3-General Building to permit a rear yard setback of 5.0-ft instead of 40.0-ft., a
variation from section 4.4.3-General Building to permit a garage entrance not on the rear
façade, and a variation from section 6.10.3-Nonresidential Accessory Structures to permit a
rear and interior side yard setback of 5.0-ft instead of 10.0-ft.
Seconded by Commissioner Hofstra
On roll call:
AYES: Hasler, Hofstra, LeMieux, Luedtke, Romano, Shlensky and Chairman Jarrett (7)
NAYS: None (0)
The motion carried.
Commissioner Shlensky wanted to make an amended motion to recommend approval of
PZ-25-15 for a variation from section 4.4.3-General Building to permit a rear yard setback of
5.0-ft instead of 40.0-ft., a variation from section 4.4.3-General Building to permit a garage
entrance not on the rear façade, and a variation from section 6.10.3-Nonresidential
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Accessory Structures to permit a rear and interior side yard setback of 5.0-ft instead of
10.0-ft.
On roll call:
AYES: Hasler, Hofstra, LeMieux, Luedtke, Romano, Shlensky and Chairman Jarrett (7)
NAYS: None (0)
The motion was amended.
V. Public Hearing – Old Business
Estella Unzueta is asking for case PZ-25-09 for a zoning map amendment to be withdrawn.
Chairman Jarrett considered the application withdrawn the public hearing on that is closed.
VI. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Donna Noxon expressed her thanks for taking time away from your family and for all you do.
Deepasria Kumar expressed she was sad that some Commissioners will be not continue on
with future Commission and thanked them for their time.
Commissioner Comments:
Commissioner Ramano wanted to thank the board it has been his pleasure to serve on the
board. He noted disappointment that the Commission was not approached and hoped
better decisions are made going forward.
Commissioner Hofstra expressed his appreciation for the gentleman he has served with. He
has given his time and has learned a lot.
Commissioner Hassler was disappointed that his time on the board was so short.
Commissioner Shlensky expressed disappointment in the Village Board, thanked fellow
Commissioners, staff, and former Commission liasons.
Chairman Jarrett thanked former Commission liaison, staff and members of the
Commission. He hopes the Commission is successful moving forward and recommended
them to review prior meetings and contact him if needed.
VI. ADJOURNMENT
Motion
Motion to Adjourn made by Commissioner Romano.
Seconded by Commissioner Shlensky.
Voice vote:
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AYES have it.
Meeting Adjourned at 8:05 p.m.
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Village of Villa Park
Community & Economic Development
11 W Home Avenue, Villa Park, IL 60181
TO: Zoning Board of Appeals
FROM: Community & Economic Development Department
DATE: September 10, 2025
RE: Petition ZBA-25-01 | 580 E. Harrison Avenue | Variation
PETITIONER OWNER
John Tomaszewski John Tomaszewski
580 E. Harrison St. 580 E. Harrison St.
Villa Park, IL 60181 Villa Park, IL 60181
Request Summary
The Petitioner is requesting a Variation to allow for a new garage in front of the primary residence. The Petitioner is
seeking a Variation from Section 2.5.2 Attached Garage Design, to build a garage extension closer to the street lot
line than the longest exterior wall of the house facing the same street.
Background
This existing garage would be converted into living space and a new garage would be added in front of the existing
garage, utilizing the existing driveway. The Petitioner would like to expand the existing garage in front of the
residence. Currently, the lot features an attached garage. The house is currently facing an unimproved right of way
to the south. The home is accessed by an L-shaped driveway from the east.
Site Information
Present Zoning: Residential Single-Dwelling District - RS-10
Present Land Use: Residential
Property Size: 32,670 sq. ft. / 0.75 acres
PIN: 06-15-202-021
Surrounding Zoning Surrounding Land Use
North: Residential Single-Dwelling District- RS-10 Residential
West: Residential Single-Dwelling District- RS-10 Residential
East: Residential Single-Dwelling District- RS-7.5 Residential
South: Residential Single-Dwelling District- RS-10 Residential
Comprehensive Plan Designation - Residential
Single-dwelling residential areas are neighborhoods where each lot contains one dwelling unit, which can be a
standalone house or attached units like townhomes and duplexes. These areas should encompass carefully
planned subdivisions and older, established neighborhoods exhibiting classic neighborhood layouts. Single-
dwelling homes are the most common form of residential property in the Village and most likely will remain so.
Zoning Request
The Petitioner is requesting a variation from Section 2.5.2 Attached Garage Design to build a garage closer to the
street lot line than the longest exterior wall of the house facing the same street.
Internal Staff Review
Variation
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The Zoning Ordinance specifically allows for Variation petitions in order to grant relief to a property owner from
strict compliance with the regulations of the Zoning Ordinance. Variations are intended to help alleviate a practical
difficulty or particular hardship that would be caused by the literal enforcement of the subject ordinance
requirements and are site specific.
This Variation request would permit the garage to be constructed closer to the street than the house. This lot is
unique because the lot line with the smallest dimension, considered the front, faces an unimproved right-of-
way. The Village has installed water main within this right-of-way and would be unlikely to improve the right-of-
way in the future. The layout of the home on the property would not permit another accessible location for the
garage to be installed.
Site Plan Review
1. Building and Structure Location - The following comments relate to the issue of building and structure
location in regard to the proposed development plans:
a. The home faces an unimproved right of way. It is unlikely that the right-of-way would ever be
improved and the road continued because there are water lines in this space.
b. The proposed garage would have an area of 795.6 sq feet. The size of the garage may not exceed
75% of the area of the primary structure, which for this lot, would be 1,721.8 sq feet.
c. The proposed garage would have a height of 14.0 feet to match the existing roof line. The
maximum height permitted is 28.0 feet.
d. The proposed garage would have an interior side setback of 6.2 feet and a front setback of 76.4
feet.
e. The proposed garage is in compliance with all bulk regulations, with the exception of Section
2.5.2 Attached Garage Design (D).
f. With the orientation of the house and current garage location, there is no alternate location where a
new garage could be accessible and comply with current regulations.
2. Building scale - The following comments relate to the issue of building scale in regard to the proposed
development plans:
a. No comments in regards to scale.
3. Lot Coverage - The following comments relate to the issue of lot coverage in regard to the proposed
development plans:
a. With the new garage, the lot coverage would be 23.62%. Maximum lot coverage for RS-10 is 50%.
4. Completeness - If the Planning and Zoning Commission requires additional information to determine
whether the applicant’s development requests comply with the applicable standards of the Code, they
may direct the Petitioner to furnish additional information and evidence that may provide clarity
regarding their concerns.
Findings
Per Sec. 11.5.6.8. The Zoning Board of Appeals’ recommendation must be accompanied by specific findings of
fact regarding whether practical difficulties or particular hardships would result if a Variation is not granted. The
Petitioner has submitted the following justification for a Variation from Article 6, Section 6.10.2, Table 6-2 of the
Zoning Ordinance:
A. State the particular hardship and/or practical difficulty created for you in carrying out the strict
letter of the zoning regulations to wit:
Garage can only work on south/west portion of the house.
B. A reasonable return or use of your property is not possible under the existing regulations because:
Using existing driveway and no reasonable way to get to the rear of property.
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C. Your situation is unique (not applicable in other properties in the area or zoning classification) in
the following respect:
The street is to the east of property. South of home is unimproved [with] water lines and is not a
developed street.
D. The variation will not alter the essential character of the locality, impair an adequate supply of
light and air to adjacent property; not increase hazard from fire; not impair property values in the
neighborhood; not unduly increase congestion in the streets, or otherwise impair public safety;
health and convenience because:
No issues.
Notification
Legal Notice was published in the Daily Herald on August 25, 2025, a sign placed on the subject property, and
notifications sent to property owners within a 250.0 foot radius of the subject property in advance of the Public
Hearing.
Staff Recommendation
Village staff have reviewed the petition and are in support of the request.
Sample Motion
To recommend approval of ZBA-25-01 for a variation from Section 2.5.2 Attached Garage Design to permit a garage
closer to the street lot line than the longest exterior wall of the house facing the same street.
Exhibit List
• Exhibit A - Plat of Survey
• Exhibit B - Proposed Garage Plans
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518
52 2
510 514
590
E CALDUTO CIR 580
RS-7.5 525
511 515 523
519
E HARRISON ST
Legend
Zoning Districts
Zoning Districts
RS-10 - Residential Single-Dwelling District - 10,000 Sq. Ft.
RS-7.5 - Residential Single-Dwelling District - 7,500 Sq. Ft. RS-10 1210
RD-7.5 - Residential Duplex District - 7,500 Sq. Ft..
RM-9 - Residential Multi-Unit District - 9,000 Sq. Ft.
O-R - Office Research District
C-1 - Convenience Business District
560
S WAYSI DE
C-2 - Neighborhood Business District
540
520
C-3 - Service Business District
MX-1 - Mixed-Use TOD District
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MX-2 - Mixed-Use Main Street District 580
MX-3 - Mixed-Use Corridor District
MX-T - Mixed Transitional (Office-Residential) District
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MX-R1 - Mixed Residential District 1
MX-R2 - Mixed Residential District 2
M-1 - Light Industrial District
M-2 - General Industrial District
PI-1 - Neighborhood-scale Institutional and Public District
E LANE DR
PI-2 - Campus-scale Institutional and Public District
P.U.D.-R - Planned Unit Development Residential
P.U.D.-C - Planned Unit Development Commercial
P.U.D.-I - Planned Unit Development Industrial
50 25 0 50 Feet
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Village of Villa Park
Community & Economic Development
11 W Home Avenue, Villa Park, IL 60181
TO: Zoning Board of Appeals
FROM: Community & Economic Development Department
DATE: September 10, 2025
RE: Petition ZBA-25-02 | 920 S Summit | Variation
PETITIONER OWNER
Michael Santiago Michael Santiago
920 S. Summit Ave. 920 S. Summit Ave.
Villa Park, IL 60181 Villa Park, IL 60181
Request Summary
The Petitioner is seeking a Variation from Section 2.3 Lot and Building Regulations, to permit a rear yard setback of
9.0 feet instead of 40.0 feet. The Petitioner would like to add an addition to the existing home and attach the
existing garage to the home.
Background
The Petitioner would like to add an addition to the house, enclosing the existing porch, which would connect the
existing garage to the house. The permit for the detached garage was issued in April 2024 and meets all regulations
for bulk regulation requirements of a detached garage. By attaching the garage to the house, the garage would no
longer be considered a detached garage and would need to follow regulations for an attached garage.
Site Information
Present Zoning: Residential Single-Dwelling District - RS-7.5
Present Land Use: Residential
Property Size: 7,902 sq. ft. / 0.18 acres
PIN: 06-15-108-023
Surrounding Zoning Surrounding Land Use
North: Residential Single-Dwelling District- RS-7.5 Residential
West: Residential Single-Dwelling District- RS-7.5 Residential
East: Residential Single-Dwelling District- RS-7.5 Residential
South: Residential Single-Dwelling District- RS-7.5 Residential
Comprehensive Plan Designation - Residential
Single-dwelling residential areas are neighborhoods where each lot contains one dwelling unit, which can be a
standalone house or attached units like townhomes and duplexes. These areas should encompass carefully
planned subdivisions and older, established neighborhoods exhibiting classic neighborhood layouts. Single-
dwelling homes are the most common form of residential property in the Village and most likely will remain so.
Zoning Request
The Petitioner is seeking a Variation from Section 2.3 Lot and Building Regulations, to permit a rear yard setback of
9.0 feet instead of 40.0 feet, to add an addition to the existing home and attach the existing garage.
Internal Staff Review
Variation
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The Zoning Ordinance specifically allows for Variation petitions in order to grant relief to a property owner from
strict compliance with the regulations of the Zoning Ordinance. Variations are intended to help alleviate a practical
difficulty or particular hardship that would be caused by the literal enforcement of the subject ordinance
requirements and are site specific.
The proposed home addition would change the garage from a detached garage to an attached garage which
features different bulk regulations for construction. The rear yard setback would increase in required distance to
the rear lot line. No changes are currently proposed to the existing, currently detached garage. West of the 920
S. Summit Avenue property is an unimproved alleyway. The property is not under common ownership with the
920 S. Summit Avenue property. The approximate distance from the rear (west) garage wall to the property line
to the west is approximately 35.0 feet.
Site Plan Review
1. Building and Structure Location - The following comments relate to the issue of building and structure
location in regard to the proposed development plans:
a. The proposed addition would be built between the house and garage and have an area of 332.0
square feet.
b. The proposed addition would have a height of 13.0 feet to match the existing roof line. The
maximum height permitted is 28.0 feet.
c. With the proposed addition, the new setbacks for the house would be a street side setback of
14.8 feet and a rear setback of 9.0 feet. The street side setback requirement is 15.0 ft, but with a
difference of 0.2 feet, this qualifies for an administrative adjustment from staff and does not
need to be considered on this variation. No changes are proposed to the front or interior side
setbacks.
2. Building scale - The following comments relate to the issue of building scale in regard to the proposed
development plans:
a. No comments in regards to scale.
3. Lot Coverage - The following comments relate to the issue of lot coverage in regard to the proposed
development plans:
a. With the new addition, the lot coverage would be 34.88%. Maximum lot coverage for RS-7.5 is
60%.
4. Completeness - If the Zoning Board of Appeals requires additional information to determine whether the
applicant’s development requests comply with the applicable standards of the Code, they may direct
the Petitioner to furnish additional information and evidence that may provide clarity regarding their
concerns.
Findings
Per Sec. 11.5.6.8. The Zoning Board of Appeals’ recommendation must be accompanied by specific findings of
fact regarding whether practical difficulties or particular hardships would result if a Variation is not granted. The
Petitioner has submitted the following justification for a Variation from Article 2, Section 2.3, Table 2-3 of the
Zoning Ordinance:
A. State the particular hardship and/or practical difficulty created for you in carrying out the strict
letter of the zoning regulations to wit:
One particular hardship is to alleviate a pregnant mother with kids having to walk around the entire
property with groceries/work supplies in the snow/rain/cold climates just to enter her residence. A
connected garage will alleviate those hardships. Also providing the only dining space available.
B. A reasonable return or use of your property is not possible under the existing regulations because:
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The garage is not connected to the house. This would also close the section off allowing a dog as well as
children to roam the fenced in back/side yard.
C. Your situation is unique (not applicable in other properties in the area or zoning classification) in
the following respect:
We would like to make the most out of the space we have. Located on a corner lot, not having 40 feet to
the rear of the property, growing family with a limited amount of space.
D. The variation will not alter the essential character of the locality, impair an adequate supply of
light and air to adjacent property; not increase hazard from fire; not impair property values in the
neighborhood; not unduly increase congestion in the streets, or otherwise impair public safety;
health and convenience because:
This addition would add to the living space, would not impair the characteristics above because it will
be located in the center of the property, still allowing sunlight and air reasonably.
Notification
Legal Notice was published in the Daily Herald on August 25, 2025, a sign placed on the subject property, and
notifications sent to property owners within a 250.0 foot radius of the subject property in advance of the Public
Hearing.
Sample Motion
To recommend approval of ZBA-25-02 for a variation from Section 2.3, Table 2-3 Lot and Building Regulations, to
permit a rear yard setback of 9.0 feet.
Exhibit List
• Exhibit A - Plat of Survey
• Exhibit B - Proposed Addition Plans
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146
E ADAMS ST
920
137
S SUMMIT AV
133
924
RS-7.5
Legend
Zoning Districts
Zoning Districts 928
RS-10 - Residential Single-Dwelling District - 10,000 Sq. Ft.
RS-7.5 - Residential Single-Dwelling District - 7,500 Sq. Ft.
RD-7.5 - Residential Duplex District - 7,500 Sq. Ft..
RM-9 - Residential Multi-Unit District - 9,000 Sq. Ft.
O-R - Office Research District
E FRANK ST
C-1 - Convenience Business District
C-2 - Neighborhood Business District
C-3 - Service Business District
MX-1 - Mixed-Use TOD District
MX-2 - Mixed-Use Main Street District 934
MX-3 - Mixed-Use Corridor District
MX-T - Mixed Transitional (Office-Residential) District
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MX-R1 - Mixed Residential District 1
MX-R2 - Mixed Residential District 2
M-1 - Light Industrial District
M-2 - General Industrial District
PI-1 - Neighborhood-scale Institutional and Public District
PI-2 - Campus-scale Institutional and Public District
P.U.D.-R - Planned Unit Development Residential
936
P.U.D.-C - Planned Unit Development Commercial
P.U.D.-I - Planned Unit Development Industrial
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Materials
Building Type
Building Location Zip Code 60181
Building Type: Gable
Framing Type: Sfud Wall Framing
Building Info
Building Width: l'l'
Building Length: l7'
Building Height: 13.
Wall Framing Stud: 2x4
Roof Framing: Truss Construction (Sealed truss designs available on request)
Truss Type: Scissors (24" on centerspacing)
Roof Pitch: 4112Pitch
Eave Overhang: None
Gable Overhang: None
Curb: Poured Curb
Curb Height: 4"
Foundation Type: Poured
Building Plan: Yes I need a Building Plan
Wall Info
Siding Material Types: Vinyl
Vinyl Siding: ABTCO@) Cedar CreekrM Double 4, Coior: Slate Blue
Vinyl Corner Trim Color: Slate Blue
Accent Material Type: None
Wainscot Material Type: None
Wall Sheathing: 5/8x4x8Plywood
House Wrap: Kimberly-Clark BLOCK-IT'CI 9'x 75'House Wrap
Gable Vents: None
Roof Info
Roof Sheathing: l/2x4 x 8 OSB(Oriented Strand Board)
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Rootlng Material Type Architectural Shingle
Architectural Roofing: Atlas CastlebrookrM Limited Lifetime Warranty Architectural
Shingles (32.8 sq. ft.), Color: Weathered Wood
Roof Underlayment: VB Shield Synthetic Underlayment 48" x 250'(1000 sq. ft.)
Ice and Water Barrier: None
Fascia Material Type: Vinyl Fascia
Fascia: ABTCO@ 8" x l2'6" Vinyl Fascia, Color: White
Gutter Material Type: Aluminum
Gutter: Spectra Metals 5" x 10' K-Style Aluminum Gutter, Color:
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Ridge \lent: None
Roof Vents: None
Openings
Service Door: Mastercraft@ 72W x 80H Primed Steel Low-E Internal Blinds
French Patio
Sewice Door: Mastercraft@ 36W x 80H Primed SteelFlush
Service Door: Mastercraft@ 36W x 80H Primed Steel 6-Panel
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Additional Options
Ceiling lnsulation: Fiberglass batts
Ceiling Insulation R Value Rl3 Kraft Faced Roll
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Wal[ Insulation: (- \f
Ceiling Finish: 5/8 x 4 x 8 Type X Fire-Rated Drywall
Wall Finish: 5/8 x 4 x 8 Type X Fire-Rated Drywall
Mounting Blocks: No
Hydronic Radiant Heat: No
Anchor bolt: Grip Fast(D ll2 x l0 HDG Anchor Bolt wl Nut & Washer
Framing Fasteners: Grip Fast@ 3-l/4 l6D Vinyl-Coated Smooth Shank Sinker Nail
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Head Timber Screw - 50 Count
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Village of Villa Park
Community & Economic Development
11 W Home Avenue, Villa Park, IL 60181
TO: Zoning Board of Appeals
FROM: Community & Economic Development Department
DATE: September 10, 2025
RE: Petition ZBA-25-03 | 1046 S. IL Route 83 | Variation
PETITIONER OWNER
Mario Hernandez Marllo Construction LLC
1046 S. Route 83 1046 S. Route 83
Villa Park, IL 60181 Villa Park, IL 60181
Request Summary
The Petitioner is seeking a Variation from Section 9.2.2, Allowed Fence Heights and Locations to permit a 6.0-ft.
tall privacy fence in the front yard, instead of 4.0-ft. tall open style fence.
Background
The subject lot is on the corner of E. Van Buren St. and Route 83’s frontage road. The house faces Route 83 but the
residence’s driveway can only be accessed from Van Buren Street. As the smallest street facing lot line, Route 83
would be considered the front yard of this lot. The Petitioner proposes a 6.0-foot tall privacy fence to block the
noise and sight of Route 83. The fence plan would follow intersection visibility regulations. The southernmost 20.0
feet of fence at the Route 83 and Van Buren intersection would have a maximum height of 3.0 feet to allow for
driving visibility.
Site Information
Present Zoning: Residential Single-Dwelling District - RS-10
Present Land Use: Residential
Property Size: 14,374.99 sq. ft. / 0.33 acres
PIN: 06-15-201-031
Surrounding Zoning Surrounding Land Use
North: Residential Single-Dwelling District- RS-10 Residential
West: Residential Single-Dwelling District- RS-10 Residential
East: Residential Single-Dwelling District- RS-10 Residential
South: Residential Single-Dwelling District- RS-10 Residential
Comprehensive Plan Designation- Residential
Single-dwelling residential areas are neighborhoods where each lot contains one dwelling unit, which can be a
standalone house or attached units like townhomes and duplexes. These areas should encompass carefully
planned subdivisions and older, established neighborhoods exhibiting classic neighborhood layouts. Single-
dwelling homes are the most common form of residential property in the Village and most likely will remain so.
Zoning Request
The Petitioner is seeking a Variation from Section 9.2.2, Allowed Fence Heights and Locations to permit a 6.0-ft.
tall privacy fence in the front yard, instead of 4.0-ft. tall open style fence.
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Internal Staff Review
Variation
The Zoning Ordinance specifically allows for Variation petitions in order to grant relief to a property owner from
strict compliance with the regulations of the Zoning Ordinance. Variations are intended to help alleviate a practical
difficulty or particular hardship that would be caused by the literal enforcement of the subject ordinance
requirements and are site specific.
The front yard of this property faces Route 83 and the Route 83 frontage road as the smaller dimension of the
property lines but the residence’s driveway can only be accessed by E. Van Buren Street. East Van Buren Street
and Route 83 do not connect at the southeast corner of the property where the two right-of-ways intersect. The
property owner is looking for a taller fence with a solid style to help block noise and traffic from the busy road.
Following the permitted regulations of a 4.0 foot tall open style fence would not accomplish this goal. The 20.0
foot visibility triangle at the southeast corner of the property would still be maintained for drivers turning around
at the eastern end of E. Van Buren St.
Site Plan Review
1. Building and Structure Location - The following comments relate to the issue of building and structure
location in regard to the proposed development plans:
a. The proposed 6.0-foot tall privacy fence would run along the front (east) property line, along the
frontage road for Route 83.
b. The required 20.0-foot visibility triangle at the southeast corner of the property would still be
maintained. The first 20 feet, from the southeast corner of the lot running north, would have a
maximum height of 3.0 feet.
2. Building scale - The following comments relate to the issue of building scale in regard to the proposed
development plans:
a. No comments in regards to scale.
3. Lot Coverage - The following comments relate to the issue of lot coverage in regard to the proposed
development plans:
a. No new lot coverage would be added as a result of this project.
4. Completeness - If the Zoning Board of Appeals requires additional information to determine whether the
applicant’s development requests comply with the applicable standards of the Code, they may direct
the Petitioner to furnish additional information and evidence that may provide clarity regarding their
concerns.
Findings
Per Sec. 11.5.6.8. The Zoning Board of Appeals’ recommendation must be accompanied by specific findings of
fact regarding whether practical difficulties or particular hardships would result if a Variation is not granted. The
Petitioner has submitted the following justification for a Variation from Article 2, Section 2.3, Table 2-3 of the
Zoning Ordinance:
A. State the particular hardship and/or practical difficulty created for you in carrying out the strict
letter of the zoning regulations to wit:
We lack privacy and safety being on a main road.
B. A reasonable return or use of your property is not possible under the existing regulations because:
It is technically a front yard but would not be used as a front yard.
C. Your situation is unique (not applicable in other properties in the area or zoning classification) in
the following respect:
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It is facing a very busy road. Also, truckers park directly in front of the property.
D. The variation will not alter the essential character of the locality, impair an adequate supply of
light and air to adjacent property; not increase hazard from fire; not impair property values in the
neighborhood; not unduly increase congestion in the streets, or otherwise impair public safety;
health and convenience because:
It will only provide privacy and safety.
Notification
Legal Notice was published in the Daily Herald on August 25, 2025, a sign placed on the subject property, and
notifications sent to property owners within a 250.0-foot radius of the subject property in advance of the Public
Hearing.
Sample Motion
To recommend approval of ZBA-25-03 for a variation from Section 9.2.2, Allowed Fence Heights and Locations, to
permit a 6.0-foot solid fence in the front yard.
Exhibit List
• Exhibit A - Plat of Survey with Fence Plans
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1046
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RS-10
Legend
Zoning Districts
Zoning Districts
RS-10 - Residential Single-Dwelling District - 10,000 Sq. Ft.
RS-7.5 - Residential Single-Dwelling District - 7,500 Sq. Ft.
RD-7.5 - Residential Duplex District - 7,500 Sq. Ft..
RM-9 - Residential Multi-Unit District - 9,000 Sq. Ft.
O-R - Office Research District
C-1 - Convenience Business District
C-2 - Neighborhood Business District
C-3 - Service Business District
MX-1 - Mixed-Use TOD District
MX-2 - Mixed-Use Main Street District
MX-3 - Mixed-Use Corridor District
MX-T - Mixed Transitional (Office-Residential) District
MX-R1 - Mixed Residential District 1 685
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MX-R2 - Mixed Residential District 2
M-1 - Light Industrial District
M-2 - General Industrial District
PI-1 - Neighborhood-scale Institutional and Public District
PI-2 - Campus-scale Institutional and Public District
P.U.D.-R - Planned Unit Development Residential
P.U.D.-C - Planned Unit Development Commercial
P.U.D.-I - Planned Unit Development Industrial
40 20 0 40 Feet
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PLAT OF SURVEY 5S E. St SffS PUCE
LilBmO, rUNqS 601 48
PHilE : (630) 916-8262
BY
A\ GENTII.E AND ASSOCIATES, INC.
PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYORS
LOT 4 IN AI{IHO{Y F. CORSO'S PLAT OF S.JR\EY SITUATEO IN THE NOR]HEAST OUARTER OF SECTION 15, TOW\SHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST OF ]HE THIRD
PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS,
THE EAST 1OO.O FEET OF LOT 22 (EXCEPI IHE NORITI 3OO.OO FEET TNEREOF) AND THAT PART oF LoT 23 LYNG wEsT oF T}IE CENIER LiNE oF THE RIGHT oF
PRoPER;Y COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1046 S. RoUTE ,43, VILLA PARK, tLLtNotS 6018j
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BEEN MADE AT AND UNDER MY'NC,.
HEREBY CERTIFY ]IIAT A SURVEY HAS
DIRECTION, OF THE PROPERTY OESCRItsED
DISTANCES ARE MARKED IN FEET AND DECIMAL PARTS THEREOF
ORDERED BY : trPts.tArBlo pa ABOVE, AND I]1AT THE PLAT HEREON DRAWN IS A CORRECT REPRESENTATION
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CHECKED 8Y I JFG
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COMPARE ALL POINTS BEFORE BUILOING BY SAME AND AT ONCE REPORT
ANY DIFFERENCE. FOR BUILDING UNE AND O]HER RESIRICNONS NOT
SHOW{ HEREON REFER TO YOUR AESIRACT DEED, CONTRACT AND ZONING
ORDINANCE. ILLINOS LAND SURVEYOR NO. 2925
MY NO\EMBER 30,2024
oRoER NO. 2+-22851 ILLINOIS PROFESSIONAL DESIGN FIRM LICENSE NO- 1A4.OO2A7O
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Village of Villa Park
Community & Economic Development
11 W Home Avenue, Villa Park, IL 60181
TO: Zoning Board of Appeals
FROM: Community & Economic Development Department
DATE: September 10, 2025
RE: Petition ZBA-25-04 | 300 W. High Ridge Road | Amendment to Special Use
PETITIONER OWNER
Islamic Foundation Islamic Foundation
300 W. High Ridge Rd. 300 W. High Ridge Rd.
Villa Park, IL 60181 Villa Park, IL 60181
Request Summary
The Petitioner is seeking an amendment to the Special Use to allow for an addition to the building to add a body
wash for funeral preparations.
Background
The Subject Property has a previous Special Use which includes the existing religious facility as well as the
private school and offices. This amendment to the existing Special Use would allow for a building addition to be
added to the existing religious facility. This new addition would contain a body wash facility to conduct funeral
preparations.
Site Information
Present Zoning: RS-7.5- Residential
Present Land Use: Religious Assembly and School
Property Size: 7.31 acres
PINs: 06-16-400-014, 06-16-212-004
Surrounding Zoning Surrounding Land Use
North: Residential Single -Dwelling District – RS-7.5 School
West: Village of Lombard - Limited General Residential Planned Multi-Family Residential
Development- R4PD
East: Residential Single -Dwelling District – RS-7.5 Park
South: Residential Single -Dwelling District – RS-7.5 School
Comprehensive Plan Designation – Residential
Single-dwelling residential areas are neighborhoods where each lot contains one dwelling unit, which can be a
standalone house or attached units like townhomes and duplexes. These areas should encompass carefully
planned subdivisions and older, established neighborhoods exhibiting classic neighborhood layouts. Single-
dwelling homes are the most common form of residential property in the Village and most likely will remain so.
Zoning Request
The Petitioner is requesting an amendment to the existing Special Use to allow for the construction of a building
addition and the addition of a body wash facility for funeral preparations. The amendment is required because
the prior Special Uses did not include a body wash use on the property.
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Internal Staff Review
Special Use
The Zoning Ordinance specifically allows for the right to request a Special Use. The Commission should
consider whether the proposed use is appropriate and whether any conditions of operation may be necessary to
mitigate any otherwise potential negative impacts. Section 11.4.11. of the Zoning Ordinance requires that any
expansion of uses or facilities that qualifies as a major amendment must be reviewed through the Special Use
process.
This Special Use Permit would expand on previous ordinances for the property. In 1983, Ordinance 2087-
allowed for the creation of a private school and church. This Ordinance required the property owners to apply to
the village to increase the scope of the Special Use to add any new buildings, additions, or uses to the property.
In 1991, Ordinance 2534 amended the Special Use Permit granted by Ordinance 2087, to include increased
parking facilities and to allow for additional buildings to be used for private school and religious purposes. This
Ordinance included a school building addition of 12,240.0 square feet, a mosque building addition with full
basement, first floor, and mezzanine totaling 31,770.0 square feet, set a maximum building height of 40.0 feet,
and added 230 parking stalls. This Ordinance also allowed for the property owners to obtain approval from
school districts for use of parking lots for special event overflow parking and required that all buildings must be
sprinklered.
In 2001, Ordinance 3092 was approved for construction of a new 19,650.0 square foot two-story school
building, a 7,200.0 square foot addition to existing school building, a 860 square foot addition to the existing
mosque, and a minaret. Ordinance 3092 also approved 171 additional parking spaces, created “no parking
zones” during school hours, and included a traffic management plan for Friday Prayer.
This new Special Use application is seeking to amend the prior approvals to permit a body wash facility, in
addition to the previously approved religious and school uses. The proposal would feature a 871.2 square feet
addition.
Site Plan Review
1. Building and Structure Location - The following comments relate to the issue of building and structure
location in regard to the proposed development plans:
a. The proposed addition would have a total area of 871.2 square feet. The addition would have a
height of 12.0 feet.
2. Building Scale - The following comments relate to the issue of building scale in regard to the proposed
development plans:
a. The addition is an appropriate scale for the building as a whole.
3. Building Architecture - The following comments relate to the issue of architecture in regard to the
proposed development plans:
a. No changes to the façade are proposed as part of the Special Use application.
4. Lot Coverage - The following comments relate to the issue of lot coverage in regard to the proposed
development plans:
a. Current Lot Coverage is 66.55%. After the addition the Lot Coverage would be 66.77%.
5. Site Circulation - The following comments relate to the issue of site circulation in regard to the proposed
development plans:
a. The proposed body wash facility will be fully accessible from the exterior of the building only. The
addition will not feature any connecting doors to the existing building.
b. No expansions of the existing parking areas are proposed.
c. The existing paver parking area west of the proposed addition will now feature compliant striped
parking stalls.
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6. Parking Lots - The following comments relate to the issue of parking lots in regard to the proposed
development plans:
a. The site currently has 431 parking stalls. Per section 7.2 only 407 parking stalls are required.
7. Landscaping - The following comments relate to the issue of landscaping in regard to the proposed
development plans:
a. Landscaping would be installed around the proposed addition.
8. Signage - The following comments relate to the issue of signage in regard to the proposed development
plans:
a. No new signage is currently proposed.
9. Site Illumination - The following comments relate to the issue of site illumination in regard to the
proposed development plans:
a. An additional light outside of the entrance door to the addition is proposed. No variations for
lighting are being requested.
10. Completeness - If the Zoning Board of Appeals requires additional information to determine whether the
applicant’s development requests comply with the applicable standards of the Code, they may direct
the applicant to furnish additional information and evidence that may provide clarity regarding their
concerns.
Findings
Per Section 11.4.8. – Review and Approval Criteria: No Special Use may be recommended for approval or
approved unless the respective review or decision-making body determines that the proposed Special Use is
consistent with and in substantial compliance with all village board policies and plans and that the applicant
has presented evidence to support each of the following conclusions for both Special Uses that they are
requesting:
A. That the proposed use or activity is expressly authorized as a Special Use;
Petitioner’s Response: Yes
B. That the proposed use at the proposed location is necessary or desirable to provide a service or a facility
that is in the interest of public convenience and will contribute to the general welfare of the
neighborhood or community;
Petitioner’s Response: Yes
C. That the proposed use will not, in the particular case, be detrimental to the health, safety, or general
welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity or be injurious to property values or improvements
in the vicinity.
Petitioner’s Response: Yes
D. That approval of the Special Use will not impede the normal and orderly development and improvement
of surrounding property for uses permitted in the district;
Petitioner’s Response: Yes
E. That the proposed Special Use will be served by adequate utilities, access roads, parking, drainage and
other important and necessary facilities, infrastructure, and community services; and
Petitioner’s Response: Yes
F. That the proposed Special Use complies with all applicable regulations of this zoning ordinance except
as expressly approved in accordance with the procedures of this zoning ordinance.
Petitioner’s Response: Yes
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Notification
Legal Notice was published in the Daily Herald on August 25, 2025, a sign placed on the subject property, and
notifications sent to property owners within a 250.0 foot radius of the subject property in advance of the Public
Hearing.
Recommended Action
To recommend approval of ZBA-25-04 for an amendment to the Special Use to permit a body wash facility use on
the existing property.
Exhibit List
A. Exhibit A- Plat of Survey
B. Exhibit B- Proposed Plans
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RS-7.5
W HIGH RIDGE RD
Legend
Zoning Districts 355
Zoning Districts
RS-10 - Residential Single-Dwelling District - 10,000 Sq. Ft.
RS-7.5 - Residential Single-Dwelling District - 7,500 Sq. Ft.
RD-7.5 - Residential Duplex District - 7,500 Sq. Ft..
RM-9 - Residential Multi-Unit District - 9,000 Sq. Ft.
O-R - Office Research District
C-1 - Convenience Business District
C-2 - Neighborhood Business District
C-3 - Service Business District
MX-1 - Mixed-Use TOD District
MX-2 - Mixed-Use Main Street District
MX-3 - Mixed-Use Corridor District
MX-T - Mixed Transitional (Office-Residential) District
MX-R1 - Mixed Residential District 1
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MX-R2 - Mixed Residential District 2
M-1 - Light Industrial District
M-2 - General Industrial District
PI-1 - Neighborhood-scale Institutional and Public District
PI-2 - Campus-scale Institutional and Public District
P.U.D.-R - Planned Unit Development Residential
P.U.D.-C - Planned Unit Development Commercial
P.U.D.-I - Planned Unit Development Industrial
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