HomeMy WebLinkAboutG41-22 Ordinance No. G41-22
AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING PORI PLANNED OFFICE RESEARCH INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT
ORDINANCE NO. G63-07
(1550 North Randall Road)
WHEREAS, the territory described herein has been previously classified in the PORI
Planned Office Research Industrial District pursuant to Ordinance No. G24-00; and
WHEREAS,by adopting Ordinance No. G63-07 on November 14, 2007,the City Council
amended Ordinance No. G2-00 in its entirety; and
WHEREAS, written application has been made to amend certain provisions of Ordinance
No. G63-07 to allow for the installation of three wall graphics on the new medical office building
at 1550 North Randall Road, (the"Subject Property"); and
WHEREAS, the zoning lot containing the premises at 1550 North Randall Road (the
"Subject Property") is legally described in Section 4 of Ordinance No. G63-07; and
WHEREAS,the Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing concerning
said application on June 6, 2022 following due notice including by publication; and
WHEREAS, the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning
Commission have submitted their Findings of Fact concerning said application; and
WHEREAS, the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning
Commission recommend approval of said application, subject to the conditions articulated below;
and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Elgin, Illinois, has reviewed the findings and
recommendations of the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning
Commission; and
WHEREAS,the City of Elgin is a home rule unit and as a home rule unit may exercise any
power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs; and
WHEREAS, zoning, including, but not limited to, this ordinance granting an amendment
to the PORI Planned Office Research Industrial District established by Ordinance No. G63-07
pertains to the government and affairs of the city.
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ELGIN, ILLINOIS:
Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Elgin hereby adopts the Findings of
Fact, dated June 6, 2022, and the recommendations made by the Community Development
Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission, a copy of which is attached hereto and
made a part hereof by reference as Exhibit A.
Section 2. That Section 4.J. of Ordinance No. G63-07,which regulates"Signs",in the
PORI Planned Office Research Industrial District of the Subject Property, is hereby amended in
its entirety to read as follows:
J. Signs. In this PORI Planned Office Research Industrial District, signs shall be
subject to the provisions of 19.50 "Street Graphics", of the Elgin Municipal Code,
as amended, except as provided within this section, and shall be in substantial
conformance with the following:
1. Substantial conformance to the Development Application submitted by Signs
Now, as applicant, and Elgin Medical Ventures LLC, as property owner,
received April 13, 2022, and supporting documents including:
a. A letter from OrthoIllinois, Subject: Sign Purpose and Conformance and
Sign Variance Purpose, dated April 6, 2022;
b. Plat of Survey,prepared by Alan J. Coulson, P.C., dated July 29, 2022;
c. Undated three-page monument sign plans,prepared by SignsNow,received
May 23, 2022, with such further revisions as required by the Community
Development Director;
d. Undated three-page wall sign plans (OrthoIllinois logo), prepared by
SignsNow, received April 7, 2022, with such further revisions as required
by the Community Development Director;
e. Undated three-page wall sign plans(OrthoIllinois and Injury Express logo),
prepared by SignsNow, received April 7, 2022, with such further revisions
as required by the Community Development Director;
f. Monument Sign, Sheet A8-9,prepared by Anderson Mikos Architects, ltd.,
dated September 30, 2020, last revised March 17, 2022, with such further
revisions as required by the Community Development Director;
g. Site Geometry Plan, Sheet C2-0, prepared by Anderson Mikos Architects,
ltd., dated February 4, 2021, last revised May 23, 2022, with such further
revisions as required by the Community Development Director; and
h. Landscape Plan, Sheet L-100,prepared by Anderson Mikos Architects,ltd.,
dated September 30, 2020, last revised May 23, 2022, with such further
revisions as required by the Community Development Director;
In the event of any conflict between such documents and the terms of this
ordinance or other applicable city ordinances, the terms of this ordinance or
other applicable city ordinances shall supersede and control.
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2. A departure is hereby granted to allow a total of three primary wall graphics on
the principal building on the subject property. All wall graphics shall be the
charnel-letters-type street graphic. A box-type wall graphic is not permitted.
3. Compliance with all applicable codes and ordinances.
Section 3. That except as amended herein,the use and development of the Subject Property
shall be controlled pursuant to the provisions of Ordinances No. G63-07. In the event of any
conflict between this ordinance and Ordinance No. G63-07, this ordinance and associated
documents shall control and prevail.
Section 4. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect immediately after its passage
in the manner provided by law.
David ai , Mayor
Presented: July 27, 2022
Passed: July 27, 2022
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 8 Nays: 0 :
Recorded: July 27' 2022
Published: July 27, 2022 4"4t/es . 1 '�
Kimberly Dewis, C' lerk
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EXHIBIT A
June 6, 2022
RECOMMENDATION & FINDINGS OF FACT
OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT AND
THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
CITY OF ELGIN, IL
OVERVIEW
Provided herein are the written findings and recommendation of the Community Development
Department and the Planning & Zoning Commission regarding Petition 17-22 an application by
Signs Now, as applicant, and Elgin Medical Ventures LLC, as property owner, requesting a map
amendment to PORI Planned Office Research Industrial District Ordinance No. G63-07 with
departures from the Elgin Municipal Code requirements for the number of wall graphics, and any
other departures as may be necessary or desirable to construct three wall graphics and one
monument graphic for a new medical facility at the property commonly)mown as 1550 N.Randall
Road.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Petition Number: 17-22
Property Location: 1550 N. Randall Road
Requested Action: Map Amendment to PORI Planned Office Research Industrial
District Ordinance No. G63-07
Current Zoning: PORI Planned Office Research Industrial District Ordinance No.
G63-07 and ARC Arterial Road Corridor Overlay District
Proposed Zoning: No change. PORI Planned Office Research Industrial District
Ordinance No. G63-07 and ARC Arterial Road Corridor Overlay
District
Existing Use: Office(building under construction)
Proposed Use: No change. Office(building under construction)
Recommendation& Findings of Fact
Petition 17-22
June 6,2022
Applicant: Signs Now
Owner Elgin Medical Ventures LLC
Staff Coordinators: Damir Latinovic AICP, Senior Planner
Exhibits Attached: A. Aerial/Location Map
B. Zoning Map
C. Parcel May
D. Site Location
E. Development Application and Attachments
F. Draft Ordinance
BACKGROUND
Signs Now, as applicant, and Elgin Medical Ventures LLC, as property owner, are requesting a
map amendment to PORI Planned Office Research Industrial District Ordinance No. G63-07 with
departures from the Elgin Municipal Code requirements for the number of wall graphics, and any
other departures as may be necessary or desirable to construct three wall graphics and one
monument graphic for a new medical facility at the property commonly known as 1550 N.Randall
Road.
The 5.71-acre property, located on the west side of N. Randall Road at the intersection of N.
Randall Road and Fox Lane, is zoned PORI Planned Office Research Industrial District,
established by Ordinance. No. G63-07. A 49,020-square foot medical office building with 215
parking spaces is currently under construction on the site. The building will be occupied by
OrthoIllinois, an orthopedic care provider. The facility would include orthopedic and
rheumatology medical care,walk-in injury clinic,physical and occupational therapy,X-ray,MRI,
and infusion services all under one roof. The property is adjacent to N. Randall Road on the east
and Capitol Street on the west.
The property to the north, zoned PORI Planned Office Research Industrial District Ordinance No.
G63-07 is improved with the 7-Eleven gas station and convenience store. The property to the east
across N. Randall Road is zoned PCF Planned Community Facility District and is home to the
Sherman Hospital campus. The property adjacent to the south is zoned ORI Office Research
Industrial District and is improved with a two-story office building and accessory parking lot.The
property to the west across Capitol Street is zoned PORI Planned Office Research Industrial
District and is improved with a 325,000-square foot office and warehouse building, the future
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Recommendation & Findings of Fact
Petition 17-22
June 6,2022
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Proposal
The applicant is requesting approval to install three wall graphics (signs) on the building. Per the
zoning ordinance a maximum of two wall graphics is allowed.
The applicant is proposing to install one 132.72-square foot wall sign on the east elevation of the
building, where the entrance is located, to face N. Randall Road. This sign would identify the
tenant(OrthoIllinois) and the walk-in clinic it provides. (Figure 3).
The applicant is also proposing one 80.5-sgaure foot wall graphic on the north elevation, and one
80.5-square foot wall graphic on the south elevation of the building(Figure 4). These signs would
be installed on the "blade" wall of the building, which is a unique architectural element that
projects above the building. The signs would identify the tenant (OrthoIllinois) facing motorists
traveling north and south along N. Randall Road.
The total sign surface area of all wall graphics proposed is 293.7 square feet. This is far less than
the maximum permitted sign surface area allowed per Code for wall graphics, which could be up
to 960 square feet.
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Recommendation & Findings of Fact
Petition 17-22
June 6, 2022
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The applicant is also proposing a code-compliant 8-foot-high monument sign with 76.6 square feet
of sign surface area along Randall Road. The monument sign would be installed at the access to
the site from Randall Road near the intersection of Randall Road and Fox Lane extension and
would include the required masonry base which matches the masonry of the building. The
applicant is not proposing any wall signs on the west elevation of the building,and is not proposing
any directional signs.
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Recommendation & Findings of Fact
Petition 17-22
June 6,2022
The proposed graphics are summarized in the table below.
Table 1. Proposed street graphics for Ortholllinois—1550 N. Randall Road
Allowed Proposal
#of Wall Graphics 2 3
East Elevation 240 sq. ft. 132.72 sq. ft
North Elevation 480 sq. ft. 80.5 sq. ft.
480 sq. ft.
South Elevation 80.5 sq. ft.
10 ft. high 8 ft. high
Monument Graphic 80 sq. ft. 76.6 sq. ft.
The proposed departure to allow three wall graphics is further described in the Planned
Development Departures and Exceptions portion of the staff report further below.
The Community Development Department offers the following additional information:
A. Property History. The subject property was annexed to the City in 2000. Upon
annexation, the property was classified in the PORI Planned Office Research Industrial
District by Ordinance No. G24-00. In 2001,the property became part of the ARC Arterial
Road Corridor Overlay District.
In 2007,the City approved a conditional use for the construction of an addition the former
bam located on the property for the establishment of a restaurant and nightclub by
Ordinance No. G13-07. In 2007, that ordinance was repealed by Ordinance No. G63-07,
which also amended the PORI Ordinance G24-00,to allow for the relocation of the former
barn for the establishment of the restaurant and nightclub. The project was never
commenced.
In 2021,the City approved the construction of a 49,000-square foot medical office building
on the property. The facility is currently under construction.
B. Surrounding Land Use and Zoning. The property to the north, zoned PORI Planned
Office Research Industrial District Ordinance No. G63-07 is improved with the 7-Eleven
gas station and convenience store.The property to the east across N.Randall Road is zoned
PCF Planned Community Facility District and is home to the Sherman Hospital campus.
The property adjacent to the south is zoned ORI Office Research Industrial District and is
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Petition 17-22
June 6,2022
improved with a two-story office building and accessory parking lot. The property to the
west across Capitol Street is zoned PORI Planned Office Research Industrial District and
is improved with a 325,000-square foot office and warehouse building,the future home of
Discount Tire distribution facility.
C. Comprehensive Plan. The subject property is designated as Office by the City's 2018
Comprehensive Plan. Office uses include professional services as well as medical-related
office uses. General offices, financial firms, technology companies, corporate
headquarters, clinics, and doctor and dentist offices are all included in the office land use.
This land use comprises two general types of development: 1) Large office campuses
anchored by major users, and 2) Small clusters of related users such as a medical offices
or financial services often located adjacent to commercial corridors.With the exception of
a couple major office tenants, such as JP Morgan Chase, the majority of office uses are
ancillary in nature, supporting the function of nearby institutions and commercial areas.
D. Zoning District. The purpose of the PORI Office Research Industrial District established
by Ordinance No. G63-07 is to provide a planned industrial environment that fosters a
sense of place and destination within a coordinated campus or park setting, subject to the
provisions of Chapter 19.60, Planned Developments, of the Elgin Municipal Code, as
amended. A PORI zoning district is most similar to, but departs from the standards
requirements of the ORI zoning district.
E. Trend of Development.The subject property is located along N. Randall Road south I-90
Tollway. The property is located across the street from Advocate Sherman Hospital. Most
other properties near I-90 Tollway have been developed office, warehousing, or
manufacturing uses. Due to the close proximity and easy access to I-90 from N. Randall
Road,the properties in the immediate area of this interchange will continue to be developed
with office, warehousing, and manufacturing uses. The properties with frontage along
Randall Road are also expected to develop with smaller commercial uses, serving the
residents from the surrounding area as well as those from the larger region.
FINDINGS
After due notice as required by law, the Planning & Zoning Commission conducted a public
hearing in consideration of Petition 17-22 on June 6,2022. Testimony was presented at the public
hearing in support of and against the application. The Community Development Department
submitted a Development Application Review and Written Findings and Recommendation to the
Planning and Zoning Commission dated June 6, 2022.
The Community Development Department and the Planning & Zoning Commission have made
the following findings regarding this application against the standards for map amendments
outlined in§ 19.55.030, and planned developments outlined in § 19.60.040:
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STANDARDS FOR MAP AMENDMENTS AND PLANNED DEVELOPMENTS
A. Site Characteristics Standard. The suitability of the subject property for the planned
development with respect to its size, shape, significant natural features including
topography, watercourses and vegetation and existing improvements.
Findings. The subject property is suitable for the intended planned development with
respect to its size, shape, significant features including topography, watercourses,
vegetation, and existing improvements. A 49,000-square foot medical office building with
accessory parking is currently under construction on the 5.7-acre subject property. The
property is generally flat with no significant topographical changes. There are no existing
watercourses and there is little landscaping throughout the property. The new building will
be constructed near the middle of the site approximately 220 feet from the east property
line along Randall Road with parking lots or vehicle use areas on all sides of the building.
The site does not have direct access to Randall Road. The primary access to the property
would be from the access driveway which aligns with the extension of Fox Lane and serves
both the subject property and the 7-Eleven gas station to the north. The secondary access
would be from Capitol Street.
B. Sewer and Water Standard. The suitability of the subject property for the planned
development with respect to the availability of adequate Municipal water, wastewater
treatment and stormwater control facilities.
Findings. The subject property is suitable for the intended planned development with
respect to the availability of adequate water, sanitary treatment, and storm water control
facilities. All necessary municipal water, sanitary sewer, and stormwater utilities already
exist and are located in the vicinity of the site. The applicant would connect the new
building to the existing water,storm sewer,and sanitary sewer facilities. All existing sewer
and water facilities can adequately serve the proposed use. The proposed graphics will not
have any effect on the existing water and sewer utilities on the property.
C. Traffic and Parking Standard. The suitability of the subject property for the planned
development with respect to the provision of safe and efficient on-site and off-site vehicular
circulation designed to minimize traffic congestion.
1. Nonresidential land uses should be located central and accessible to the area or
population served without requiring traffic movements through or into a residential
neighborhood. Nonresidential land uses should not be located within residential
neighborhoods, but on their periphery as defined by the "arterial street"[SRI system.
2. The number of locations for vehicular access to or from a public right of way should be
limited to those which are necessary for the reasonable use of the property and
consistent with current traffic engineering standards. Property with two (2) street
frontages should not be permitted access to or from the street with the higher degree of
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continuity within the overall street system or with the higher traffic volume. With the
exception of residential driveways, locations for vehicular access to or from a public
right of way should be aligned directly opposite existing or approved locations across
the street.
Findings. The subject property is suitable for the intended planned development with
respect to the provision of safe and efficient on-site and off-site vehicular circulation
designed to minimize traffic congestion. The property has frontage along N.Randall Road
on the east and Capitol Street on the west. The site will not have direct access to Randall
Road.The primary access to the property would be from the access driveway which aligns
with the extension of Fox Lane and serves both the subject property and the 7-Eleven gas
station to the north. The secondary access would be from Capitol Street. The proposed
access driveways will not have any negative effect on the existing off-site traffic
circulation. The proposed third wall graphic will allow the applicant to install one wall
graphic facing east and one wall graphic on each of the north and south elevations of the
building for motorists traveling on Randall Road. The additional wall graphic will allow
for most efficient and safe access to the property and on-site circulation.
The proposed 47,000-squre foot medical office building is required to provide 196 parking
spaces based on the parking requirement for one parking space per 250 square feet of floor
area. The proposed development will include 215 parking spaces which meets the parking
requirement. The proposed street graphics will not alter the proposed parking arrangement
on the property.
D. Zoning History Standard. The suitability of the subject property for the planned
development with respect to the length of time the property has remained undeveloped or
unused in its current zoning district.
Findings. The property is suitable for the intended planned development with respect to
the length of time the property has remained undeveloped or unused in its current zoning
district. The subject property was annexed to the City in 2000. Upon annexation, the
property was classified in the PORI Planned Office Research Industrial District bye
Ordinance No. G24-00. In 2001, the property became part of the ARC Arterial Road
Corridor Overlay District.
In 2007,the City approved a conditional use for the construction of an addition the former
barn located on the property for the establishment of a restaurant and nightclub by
Ordinance No. G13-07. In 2007, that ordinance was repealed by Ordinance No. G63-07,
which also amended the PORI Ordinance G24-00,to allow for the relocation of the former
barn for the establishment of the restaurant and nightclub. The project was never
commenced.
In 2021,the City approved the construction of a 49,000-square foot medical office building
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on the property. The facility is currently under construction.
E. Surrounding Land Use and Zoning Standard. The suitability of the subject property for
the planned development with respect to consistency and compatibility with surrounding
land use and zoning.
Findings. The property is suitable for the intended planned development with respect to
consistency and compatibility with surrounding land uses and zoning. The property to the
north, zoned PORI Planned Office Research Industrial District Ordinance No. G63-07 is
improved with the 7-Eleven gas station and convenience store. The property to the east
across N. Randall Road is zoned PCF Planned Community Facility District and is home to
the Sherman Hospital campus. The property adjacent to the south is zoned ORI Office
Research Industrial District and is improved with a two-story office building and accessory
parking lot. The property to the west across Capitol Street is zoned PORI Planned Office
Research Industrial District and is improved with a 325,000-square foot office and
warehouse building,the future home of Discount Tire distribution facility.
F. Trend of Development Standard. The suitability of the subject property for the planned
development with respect to consistency with an existing pattern of development or an
identifiable trend of development in the area.
Findings.The subject property is suited for the intended planned development with respect
to consistency with an existing pattern of development or an identifiable trend of
development in the area. The subject property is located along N. Randall Road south I-
90 Tollway. The property is located across the street from Advocate Sherman Hospital.
Most other properties near I-90 Tollway have been developed office, warehousing, or
manufacturing uses. Due to the close proximity and easy access to I-90 from N. Randall
Road,the properties in the immediate area of this interchange will continue to be developed
with office, warehousing, and manufacturing uses. The properties with frontage along
Randall Road are also expected to develop with smaller commercial uses, serving the
residents from the surrounding area as well as those from the larger region.
G. Planned Development District Standard: The suitability of the subject property for the
intended planned development district with respect to conformance to the provisions for
the purpose and intent, and the location and size of a zoning district.
Findings. The subject property is suitable for the intended planned development district
with respect to conformance to the provisions for the purpose and intent, and the location
and size of a zoning district. The purpose of the PORI Office Research Industrial District
established by Ordinance No. G63-07 is to provide a planned industrial environment that
fosters a sense of place and destination within a coordinated campus or park setting,subject
to the provisions of Chapter 19.60, Planned Developments, of the Elgin Municipal Code,
as amended. A PORI zoning district is most similar to, but departs from the standards
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requirements of the ORI zoning district.
H. Comprehensive Plan Standard. The suitability of the subject property for the planned
development with respect to conformance to the goals, objectives, and policies of the
Official Comprehensive Plan
Findings. The subject property is suitable for the intended planned development with
respect to conformance to the goals,objectives,and policies of the Official Comprehensive
Plan.The subject property is designated as Office by the City's 2018 Comprehensive Plan.
Office uses include professional services as well as medical-related office uses. General
offices,financial firms, technology companies,corporate headquarters,clinics, and doctor
and dentist offices are all included in the office land use. This land use comprises two
general types of development: 1) Large office campuses anchored by major users, and 2)
Small clusters of related users such as a medical offices or financial services often located
adjacent to commercial corridors.With the exception of a couple major office tenants,such
as JP Morgan Chase, the majority of office uses are ancillary in nature, supporting the
function of nearby institutions and commercial areas.
ADDITIONAL STANDARDS FOR PLANNED DEVELOPMENTS
I. Conditional Use for a Planned Development: Where applicable, the suitability of the
subject property for the intended conditional use for a planned development with respect
to the provision for the purpose and intent of planned developments and with respect to the
provisions of section 19.65.010 of the zoning ordinance.No conditional use for a planned
development should be granted for the sole purpose of introducing a land use not otherwise
permitted on the subject property.
Findings. This standard is not applicable. The applicant is not seeking approval of a
planned development as a conditional use.
J. Natural Preservation Standard. The suitability of the subject property for the intended
planned development with respect to the preservation of all significant natural features
including topography, watercourses, wetlands, and vegetation.
Findings. The subject property is suitable for the intended planned development with
respect to the preservation of all significant natural features including topography,
watercourses,wetlands, and vegetation.There are no significant natural features,including
topography,watercourses, wetlands, and vegetation located on the property. The property
is relatively flat with no significant topography. The new medical facility will include new
landscaping in compliance with the zoning ordinance requirements. There are no existing
watercourses or natural features that would have a negative effect on the proposed street
graphics on the property.
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K. Internal Land Use. The suitability of the subject property for the intended planned
development with respect to the land uses permitted within the development being located,
designed, and operated so as to exercise no undue detrimental influence on each other or
on surrounding property.
Findings. The subject property is suitable for the intended planned development with
respect to the land uses permitted within the development being located, designed, and
operated so as to exercise no undue detrimental influence on each other or on surrounding
properties. A 49,000-square foot medical facility is currently under construction on the
subject property. The new building will be constructed near the middle of the site
approximately 220 feet from the east property line along Randall Road with parking lots
or vehicle use areas on all sides of the building. The site does not have direct access to
Randall Road. The primary access to the property would be from the access driveway
which aligns with the extension of Fox Lane and serves both the subject property and the
7-Eleven gas station to the north. The secondary access would be from Capitol Street.The
additional wall graphic will allow the applicant to install one wall graphic on the south
elevation and one wall graphic on the north elevation giving the property the most visibility
for motorists traveling on Randall Road.Adequate signage will improve traffic circulation
on the property and access to the site, which will eliminate any negative effect on the
surrounding properties.
PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DEPARTURES AND EXCEPTIONS
The applicant is requesting the following departure from the requirements of PORI Planned Office
Research Industrial District Ordinance No. G63-07, and the zoning ordinance:
I. Section 19.50.080. "Wall and Integral Roof Graphics". The property is permitted to
have a maximum of two wall graphics. The applicant is proposing three wall graphics.
Staff finds the proposed departure is appropriate for a desirable access to the property.
The subject property will not have direct access to Randall Road. The main access to the property
will be from the access driveway which aligns with the extension of Fox Lane and serves both the
subject property and the 7-Eleven gas station to the north. The secondary access would be from
Capitol Street. The additional wall graphic would allow the applicant to have one wall graphic on
the east elevation where the entrance of the building is located, and one wall graphic each on the
north and south elevations.Those two signs will provide the desired visibility to motorists traveling
on Randall Road, which need to utilize the Fox Lane traffic light intersection to access the site.
The two wall graphics positioned on the tallest portion the building will make the building visible
from a greater distance, which is necessary to make the appropriate traffic turn at Fox Lane
intersection to access the property.
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Petition 17-22
June 6,2022
In the past, the City has approved similar departures for additional wall graphics to allow
businesses to have one wall sign facing the street plus two or three more wall signs to help the
motorists identify the building from different directions. Most recent developments which were
approved to have more than two wall signs include Starbucks restaurants on Randall Road, S.
McLean Boulevard, and the future Starbucks in front of Russo store, Popeyes and Chick-fil-a
restaurants along Randall Road, and the future Belle Tire store next to Meijer, among others.
RECOMMENDATION
The Community Development Department and the Planning & Zoning Commission recommend
approval of Petition 17-22, subject to the following conditions:
1. Substantial conformance to the Development Application submitted by Signs Now, as
applicant, and Elgin Medical Ventures LLC, as property owner, received April 13, 2022,
and supporting documents including:
a. A letter from OrthoIllinois, Subject: Sign Purpose and Conformance and Sign
Variance Purpose, dated April 6,2022;
b. Plat of Survey,prepared by Alan J. Coulson, P.C., dated July 29,2022;
c. Undated three-page monument sign plans, prepared by SignsNow, received May
23, 2022, with such further revisions as required by the Community Development
Director;
d. Undated three-page wall sign plans (OrthoIllinois logo), prepared by SignsNow,
received April 7, 2022, with such further revisions as required by the Community
Development Director;
e. Undated three-page wall sign plans (OrthoIllinois and Injury Express logo),
prepared by SignsNow, received April 7, 2022, with such finther revisions as
required by the Community Development Director;
f. Monument Sign, Sheet A8-9, prepared by Anderson Mikos Architects, ltd., dated
September 30, 2020, last revised March 17, 2022, with such further revisions as
required by the Community Development Director;
g. Site Geometry Plan, Sheet C2-0, prepared by Anderson Mikos Architects, ltd.,
dated February 4, 2021, last revised May 23, 2022, with such further revisions as
required by the Community Development Director; and
h. Landscape Plan, Sheet L-100, prepared by Anderson Mikos Architects, ltd., dated
September 30, 2020, last revised May 23, 2022, with such further revisions as
required by the Community Development Director;
In the event of any conflict between such documents and the terms of this ordinance or
other applicable city ordinances, the terms of this ordinance or other applicable city
ordinances shall supersede and control.
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Recommendation & Findings of Fact
Petition 17-22
June 6,2022
2. A departure is hereby granted to allow a total of three primary wall graphics on the principal
building on the subject property. All wall graphics shall be the channel-letters-type street
graphic. A box-type wall graphic is not permitted.
3. Compliance with all applicable codes and ordinance$.
The vote of the Planning&Zoning Commission on the motion to recommend approval of Petition
17-22 subject to the conditions outlined above, was four (4) yes, zero (0) no, and zero (0)
abstentions. Three members were absent.
Respectfully Submitted,
s/Jav Cox
Jay Cox,Chairman
Planning&Zoning Commission
s/Damir Latinovic
Damir Latinovic,AICP; Secretary
Planning&Zoning Commission
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