HomeMy Public PortalAbout1989-12-19 PC minutesPLAINFIELD PLAN COMMISSION
DATE: December 19, 1989 AT: Village Hall
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Chairman Simmons, Vice Chairman Sobkoviak,
R. Mentzer, J. Anderson, W. Schempf, and
M. Krippel
EX- OFFICIO PRESENT: M. Gehrke, D. Norris, E. Schrader, Fire
District.
ALSO PRESENT: P. J. Waldock, Village Planner
J. Djerf, Village Engineer
K. Jania, Secretary
Chairman Simmons called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Roll call
was taken. H. Bayer, L. Kelly, G. Krahn, J. Wilson, and D. Neir were
absent.
There being no additions or corrections, Chairman Simmons declared
the minutes of the November 21, 1989 meeting approved as presented.
The Board discussed the holiday meeting schedule.
J. Sobkoviak moved to reschedule the January 2, 1990 meeting to
January 9, 1990. Seconded by M. Krippel. Voice vote. 6 yes, 0 no.
Motion carried.
Case No. 241- 112789FP Roppolo Development, Inc.
Requesting Final Plat approval for Spring Hill Estates
Location: Along the east side of Eastern Avenue north of the E.J. &E.
tracks.
Mr. Waldock reported the Village Board approved the Preliminary Plat
for Spring Hill Estates subject to the following stipulations:
(1) Compliance with Village engineering requirements; (2) Provision
of a fee of $275.00 per lot for Eastern Avenue street improvements
payable at the time of building permit issuance; and (3) Each home
built within the subdivision shall be directly connected to the storm
sewer system of the development area in accordance with Village approval.
The Final Plat is in substantial compliance with subdivision regulations.
Mr. John Djerf, Village Engineer, briefly commented on his review letter
dated December 19, 1989: Item No. 1 - refers to type of sanitary
sewer pipe; Item No. 2 - is sanitary sewer TV inspection being provided
at the contractor's expense; Item No. 3 - refers to detention pond
depth. Storm water management and detention ponds as designed are an
acceptable method for this site; Item No. 4 - Final Plat should be
revised to include a defined easement area for the detention ponds
on Lots 7 and 8, and a 20' drainage and utility easement should be
provided at the rear of Lots 8, 9 and 10 to accommodate the proposed
drainage swale; Item No. 5 - IEPA permits are required for sanitary
sewer and water main construction, and permits must be received prior
to construction; Item No. b - outlines cost estimates for various
improvements totaling $1,173,100.00.
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December 19, 1989
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Mr. Djerf recommends approval of the Engineering Improvement Plans
and Final Plat subject to the items listed in his review letter.
Mr. Djerf stated the plans also _indicate the extension of storm sewers
to serve each and every lot which provides a means for each lot to
connect to the storm sewer system with their sump discharge.
There was discussion regarding sump pump connection to the storm sewer.
Mr. Krippel expressed concern as to the cost to the developer, will
this work during high water levels (heavy rain). Mr. Waldock stated
the sump pump connection ordinance will be available for Plan
Commission review on January 9th. Petitioner stated the estimated
cost is $400 per lot to put sumps underground.
J. Sobkoviak moved to recommend to the Village Board that they approve
the Final Plat for Spring Hill Estates subject to the stipulations
of the Village Engineer's report. Seconded by J. Anderson. Vote by
roll call. Mentzer, yes; Anderson, yes; Schempf, yes; Sobkoviak, yes;
Krippel, yes; Simmons, yes. 6 yes, 0 no. Motion carried.
Informal Discussion - New Lenox State Bank
Mr. Waldock reported the New Lenox State Bank is the owner of the
property located between Lockport and Chicago Streets on Route 59.
The bank is anticipating relocating its headquarters to Plainfield.
Referring to a sketch plan, Mr. Waldock stated the key feature for
discussion is the vacation of the alley way. Presently the site is
divided into several lots bounded on each side of the alley. In order
to accomplish the proposed layout, vacation of the alley would be
required along with re- location of whatever utilities would be present
under and over the alley way. The bank officials understand it would
be their responsibility to re- locate any power lines and cover the costs.
The other issue is how will the homeowners along the alley get in and
out, and what is the best means to prevent commercial traffic from
exiting through the alley.
It is staff's opinion that alley vacation is warranted with this type
of building as it would be the most expeditious and practical use of
the overall site. Another advantage is it eliminates a curb cut onto
Route 59.
In order to accomplish the alley vacation, traffic controls and further
easements will be required - such as, how can snow plows, fire trucks,
and how do the homeowners who live along the alley get to and from
their garages. One suggestion would be the establishment of public
access easements through the parking lot. Mr. Waldock's recommendation
is the alley become one way towards the west.
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December 19, 1990
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A lengthy discussion followed regarding the alley vacation.
Mr. Ron Kokle, Executive Vice President of the bank was present and
stated he has a meeting scheduled with the adjacent homeowners to
discuss their concerns and get input from them regarding the alley.
There was some discussion regarding stormwater runoff. The Village
Engineer will review this.
It was the consensus of the Board that this is the best proposal they
have seen to date for this site.
Adjourn: 8:20 p.m.
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