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HomeMy Public PortalAbout2015-08-18 PC minutes Plan Commission Minutes August 18, 2015 Chairman Sobkoviak called the Plan Commission meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the pledge to the flag. ROLL CALL Commissioners Seggebruch, Renzi, Kiefer, Paris, and Chairman Sobkoviak were present. The Fire District was present. Commissioners Heinen and Green were absent. The Park, School, and Library Districts were absent. PUBLIC COMMENTS: There was no response. The Plan Commission minutes dated August 4, 2015 were accepted as presented. DEVELOPMENT REPORT Mr. Garrigan stated the Village Board approved the fence variance on Shelly Lane; the board asked Staff to look at the current ordinance for corner side yard fences; and the Village Board approved the rezoning of 14921 S Route 59 to BT. OLD BUSINESS: There was no old business. NEW BUSINESS Case No. 1697-072915.SPR/FP NAPA Plainfield Mr. Garrigan stated the applicant is seeking site plan review for a 6084 square foot auto parts store on Lot 10 in the Meijer commercial development; and propose to re-subdivide existing lots 10 and 11. Mr. Garrigan stated the site will incorporate two access points on the existing access drive from 135th Street; the closest access point aligns with the access point into Lot 9 to the north; reviewed the parking plan which complies with Village ordinance; reviewed the architecture; and reviewed the trash enclosure indicating the enclosure should be constructed with a predominance of “Bella” brick. Mr. Garrigan reviewed the landscape plan; Staff is requesting the applicant introduce some shrubs along the southern perimeter. Mr. Garrigan indicated overall the landscape plan complies with the Village ordinance; indicated the photometric plan complies with the Village ordinance and will incorporate the same color and general design as used throughout the Meijer development. Mr. Garrigan indicated the utility meters be either enclosed, recessed into the building or painted with an earth tone color blending in with the “Bella” brick. Mr. Garrigan indicated the Village Engineer is in the process of reviewing the preliminary civil engineering; overall the stormwater management system has already been constructed as part of the Meijer development. Staff is suggesting a favorable recommendation for both the final plat and the site plan review. Plan Commission Minutes August 18, 2015 Page 2 of 3 Chairman Sobkoviak asked if the proposed plantings would block the signage. Mr. Garrigan described the location of the sign and the plantings. Commissioner Kiefer asked about evergreen plantings. Mr. Garrigan indicated the plantings in this area were not evergreen trees. Chairman Sobkoviak swore in Dan Henrickson, owner, developer and architect. Mr. Hendrickson indicated NAPA would like fewer trees but also wants to comply with the ordinances; indicated he agrees with the stipulations. Commissioner Kiefer asked if the applicant was agreeable to the construction of the trash enclosure. Mr. Henrickson stated he was in agreement. Commissioner Renzi asked if the applicant was in agreement with the request that the utility meters being enclosed, recessed into the building or painted; if the applicant was in agreement with stipulations 3 and 4 listed in the staff report; if the applicant was in agreement with the plantings along the southern elevation. Mr. Henrickson described the placement of the utility meters and a willingness to paint where necessary; he was in agreement with each of these items. Mr. Garrigan indicated the revised elevations have addressed stipulations 3 and 4 and the applicant agrees with stipulation 5; there is an opportunity to add some shrubs along the southern elevation. Mr. Henrickson agreed to the additional shrubs. Commissioner Renzi asked about the cross access easement between lot 10 and lot 11. Mr. Henrickson agreed there would be cross access between the two lots. Commissioner Renzi asked if there was a cross access to the south. Mr. Garrigan stated there would be across access to the south when it develops. Commissioner Seggebruch asked about the formation of the new lot. Mr. Garrigan indicated the remaining lots may be subdivided again at a later date. Commissioner Seggebruch asked about the access points and the closeness to 135th Street. Commissioner Kiefer indicated this was discussed with the previous site plan. Mr. Garrigan indicated the village engineer and the traffic committee signed off on the location of the access points. Commissioners Seggebruch and Kiefer felt this access point from 135th would be better as a right in and right out. Mr. Garrigan stated there is a PUD agreement with Meijer giving them certain full access points. Commissioner Seggebruch stated in Illinois accessible parking cannot share access aisle indicating they would lose 1 parking space; the accessible parking spaces are to be the closest spaces to the entrance; and 1 of the accessible parking spaces must be van accessible. Commissioner Seggebruch asked about the use or function of the garage door. Mr. Henrickson indicated this door was for deliveries only. Commissioner Kiefer made a motion to recommend approval of the Final Plat for resubdivision for Lot 10 subject to the following stipulations: 1. Compliance with the requirements of the Village Engineer. 2. Compliance with the requirements of the Plainfield Fire Protection District, Seconded by Commissioner Renzi. Vote by roll call: Paris, yes; Seggebruch, yes; Renzi, yes; Kiefer, yes; Sobkoviak, yes. Motion carried 5-0. Plan Commission Minutes August 18, 2015 Page 3 of 3 Commissioner Kiefer made a motion to recommend approval of the Site Plan for the proposed NAPA store subject to the following stipulations: 1. Compliance with the requirements of the Village Engineer. 2. Compliance with the requirements of the Plainfield Fire Protection District. 3. Incorporating the architectural changes as proposed by staff on the western elevation. 4. That the trash enclosure be constructed with “Bella” brick versus the proposed CMU block. 5. That all mechanical meters be enclosed, or painted with an earth tone color so they blend in with the structure. Seconded by Commissioner Renzi. Vote by roll call: Seggebruch, yes; Paris, yes; Renzi, yes; Kiefer, yes; Sobkoviak, yes. Motion carried 5-0. DISCUSSION Chairman Sobkoviak suggested Staff contact the township assessors to explain property values and assessments at a future meeting. Commissioner Seggebruch suggested this be brought to a joint meeting workshop. Commissioner Renzi suggested asking for legal guidance regarding dealing with the public comments portion of the meeting. Commissioner Renzi asked how much traffic calming is needed at stop signs. Mr. Garrigan stated the stop signs on Meadow Lane are not working; Meadow Lane is too wide and people drive to the design of the roadway. Commissioner Renzi mentioned the Friends of the Library are accepting book donations. Commissioner Seggebruch mentioned the Do Not Block Intersection signs do not seem to work. Meeting Adjourned at 7:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted by _________________________ Merrilee Trotz Recording Secretary