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HomeMy WebLinkAboutG2-15State of Illinois ) County of Kane) ss City of Elgin ) CERTIFICATE OF CITY CLERK I, Kimberly Dewis, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that I am the duly qualified City Clerk of the City of Elgin, in the Counties of Kane and Cook in the State of Illinois, and that as such City Clerk I am the keeper and custodian of the files and records of said City of Elgin and the seal thereof. I DO FURTHER CERTIFY that the attached is a full, true, and correct copy of ORDINANCE NO. G2-15 AN ORDINANCE A CONDITIONAL USE FOR PLANNED DEVELOPMENT IN THE CCI CENTER CITY DISTRICT AND TO PERMIT CERTAIN DEPARTURES FROM THE ELGIN ZONING ORDINANCE (100 E. Chicago Street, Elgin Tower Building Redevelopment) passed by the Elgin City Council at its legally convened meeting held on January 14, 2015. In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the corporate seal of the City of Elgin at the said City in the County and State aforesaid this January 22, 2015. Y'4 dwc �-: � e 4 City C] rk Ordinance No. G2-15 AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE FOR PLANNED DEVELOPMENT IN THE CC1 CENTER CITY DISTRICT AND TO PERMIT CERTAIN DEPARTURES FROM THE ELGIN ZONING ORDINANCE (100 E. Chicago Street, Elgin Tower Building Redevelopment) WHEREAS, written application has been made for a conditional use for planned development at 100 E. Chicago Street, which lot is legally described herein (the "Subject Property"), to permit certain departures from the Elgin Zoning Ordinance; and WHEREAS, the proposed redevelopment of the Elgin Tower Building on the Subject Property provides for the adaptive reuse of an existing building; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing concerning said application on November 3, 2014 and December 1, 2014 following due notice by publication; and WHEREAS, the Community Development and the Planning and Zoning Commission have submitted their Findings of Fact concerning said application; and WHEREAS, the Community Development 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 a conditional use for planned development in the CC 1 Center City District and to permit certain departures from the Elgin Zoning Ordinance, pertain 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 December 1, 2014, 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 a conditional use for a planned development for an adaptive reuse as a Dwelling, Apartment [SR] with a maximum of forty-five dwelling units is hereby granted for the property commonly known as 100 E. Chicago Street, commonly identified by Kane County Property Identification Number (PIN) 06-14-283-018, and legally described as follows: PARCEL ONE: That part of Lots 3 and 4 In Block 19 of the Original Town of Elgin on the East side of Fox River, described as follows: Beginning at the Southeast corner of said Lot 4; thence North along the East line of said lot, 60 feet; thence West at right angles to said East line, 66 feet to the West line of said lot; thence Southwesterly at right angles to the Easterly line of River Street to the Westerly line of said Lot 3; thence Southerly Along said Westerly line and along the Westerly line of Lot 4 aforesaid to the South line of said Lot 4; thence East along the South line of said lot, 49.5 feet to the point of beginning, in the City of Elgin, Kane County, Illinois; PARCEL TWO: That part of Lot 3 in Block 19 of the Original Town of Elgin on the East aide of Fox River, described as follows; Beginning at a point on the westerly line of Lot 3 aforesaid, 44 feet Southerly from the Northwest corner thereof; thence Southerly along the Westerly line of said lot, 53 feet and 8 inches to the Northerly line of the lot conveyed to the Home National Bank of Elgin by deed dated June 3, 1890, and recorded June 17, 1890 as document 30468, in. book 266, page 115; thence Easterly at right angles to the Easterly line of River Street, 19 foot 9 inches to the East line of said Lot 3; thence North along said East line to a point therein from which a line drawn at right angles to the Easterly line of River Street would intersect the place of beginning; thence Westerly at right angles to River Street and along said line 60 feet and 2 inches to the point of beginning, in the City of Elgin, Kane County, Illinois; PARCEL THREE: The North 21 feet of the South 81 feet of Lot 4, (measured on the East line of said lot) in Block 19 of the Original Town of Elgin on the East side of Fox River, in Section 14, Township 41 North, Range 8 East of the Third Principal Meridian, in the City of Elgin, Kane County, Illinois; Section 3. That the conditional use for a planned development for the redevelopment of the Subject Property as authorized by this ordinance shall be subject to the following additional conditions: 1. Substantial conformance to the Development Application and associated documents, including but not limited to the Statement of Purpose and Conformance and Exhibits A-G, submitted by Lisa Kortkamp of Capstone Development Group, LLC, dated received October 13, 2014 and supplemented October 22, 2014 and November 19, 2014; and 2. Conformance with applicable codes and ordinances. Section 4. That the conditional use for planned development for the redevelopment of the Subject Property is hereby granted the following departures from the Elgin Zoning Ordinance: 1. The ground floor of the building on the Subject Property may include up to five 2 (5) dwelling units and the principal use of the building shall be a "Dwelling, Apartment" [SR] as defined within Section 19.90.015 "Definitions and Regulations", notwithstanding the provisions of Section 19.35.530 "Land Use" and notwithstanding the definition of "Dwelling, Upper Floor Apartment" [SR] within Section 19.90.015 "Definitions and Regulations". 2. The size of dwelling units within the building on the Subject Property may be less than the minimum square footage provided within Section 19.35.530 O. notwithstanding the provisions of Section 19.35.535 O. "Site Design, Floor Area for Upper Floor Dwellings". 3. The maximum number of dwelling units in the building on the Subject Property shall be forty-five (45) and the number of dwelling units may exceed the result of the residential land area divided by three thousand (3,000) square feet notwithstanding the provisions of Section 19.60.080 A. "Site Design Regulations, Residential Planned Developments". 4. The building on the Subject Property shall not be required to provide an off-street loading berth notwithstanding the provisions of Section 19.47.090 and 19.47.100 "Required Number of Loading Berths" and "Table of Required Loading Berths". 5. The application, review and approval of the conditional use for a planned development authorized by this ordinance providing for the adaptive reuse of the existing building on the Subject Property as a Dwelling, Apartment [SR] with a maximum of forty-five (45) dwelling units is hereby granted further departures from any other conflicting regulations in Section 19.35.535 "Site Design", from any other conflicting regulations in Chapter 19.60 "Planned Developments" and from any such other conflicting provisions in Title 19 of the Elgin Municipal Code, "Zoning". Section 5. In the event of any conflict between this ordinance, which expressly includes those documents detailed within Section 3 and the allowances and departures described or depicted thereon, and the provisions of the Elgin Zoning Ordinance, this ordinance and associated documents shall control and prevail. Section 6. That this ordinance shall be full force and effect upon its passage in the manner provided by law. Ad.rt/J40.0. ILA David J. Kapt n, M(or 3 Presented: January 14, 2015 Passed: January 14, 2015 Vote: Yeas: 8 Nays: 0 Abstain: 1 Recorded: January 14, 2015 Published: January 16, 2015 Attest: 4te" Kimberly Dewis, Cit Clerk 4 Encourage Development of Downtown Residential Rental Units While the Fountain Square development did not turn out as originally intended(most newly initiated condominium projects initiated during the Great Recession were not fully successful),the project's current success as an apartment building and its strong and sustained market rental rates are very positive indications for the rental-TOD market in Downtown Elgin. Aggressive initiatives should be pursued to find successful developers who may be interested in Downtown sites for new construction as well as experienced rehab developers for upper story spaces. Priority,Timeframe.and Responsible Parties Priority: High Priority Timeframe: Short-Term Responsible Parties: City of Elgin Officials and Staff,Property Owners Action Steps: Developer interest in residential rental development has increased throughout the Chicago area during the last three(3)years. Downtown Elgin has several advantages in supporting new rental development,including available sites,an apparent market for additional units,and previously approved developments that could include a rental component. • Review and identify potential housing opportunities,including approved development proposals with housing components and potential options for upper story housing in Downtown's existing buildings. • Meet with identified developers to discuss market opportunities,given their research and recent housing-related experience. • Meet with owners of existing buildings to discuss additional upper story housing redevelopment options. • Prioritize available Downtown sites for residential development.If privately owned,meet with ownership to determine their plans for their site,and formulate strategies in tandem with owners to enable future projects. 1. I A. Ir.- "+11.1. $ _ t _f-r..3.. :. z r�-� • ._ �._� �`v . - City of Elgin CHICA60 STREET STATION AREA PLAN 77 Introduce Design Improvements to Chicago Street and Highland Avenue Overpasses at Crystal Street. The Crystal Street overpasses at Chicago Street and Highland Avenue are important gateways into Downtown Elgin from the west. These elements should reflect their significance by incorporating design and beautification elements inspired by the streetscape enhancements implemented widely throughout Downtown. Priority,Timeframe,and Responsible Parties Priority: High Priority Timeframe: Short-Term Responsible Parties: City of Elgin and Union Pacific(UP)Railroad Action Steps: • Review rules and regulations initiated by the UP Railroad associated with changes on or near their facilities. • Utilize the funding mechanisms table to identify grants and other resources available for applicable transportation related improvements. • Coordinate with the UP Railroad to evaluate the types of improvements necessary to raise the aesthetic of the overpasses with those of the surrounding Downtown. • Evaluate the potential for a beautification agreement between the City of Elgin and the UP Railroad in order to monitor,guide,and maintain future improvements. r.: ` - °._' ? 'may t; ,. `'�'' lifr : ll „`•ij(! a<I1(E' '111 A+,l ii1i, ai;i: a114-Ai- li ,.•, I i ',..- •---- 145,0-• ( _ A rmi•,,.,A-_,,%p.r..o - a ., ,(71.■1-A 7 --' i I . Lill-' . , t h t... .6 .. „........ . , .„.."7.,!, i.a . y 78 City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN Perform a Preliminary Engineering and Utilities Feasibility Study for Potential Future Development along IL Route 31 Future Development along the IL Route 31 Corridor has the potential to be one of the Chicago Street Station Area Planning Study's signature recommendations due to the project's visibility and transformative potential. Although it is likely that further economic recovery will be necessary before this project begins,the City of Elgin may choose to perform preliminary feasibility work on the corridor to evaluate any future engineering or utilities work that may need to occur in order to achieve the development environment outlined in the plan. Priority.Timeframe.and Responsible Parties Priority: Moderate Priority Timeframe: Short-Term Responsible Parties: City of Elgin staff,IDOT and Local Utilities Companies,IL Route 31 property owners, and a team of qualified consultants Action Steps: While the real estate market continues its recovery the City of Elgin should evaluate the feasibility of future development along IL Route 31. A large amount of work must be undertaken in order to begin a project of this scope and complexity. The City may initiate this process through: • Contact appropriate consultants who may better address engineering and utilities-related challenges associated with the IL Route 31 corridor. • Coordinate meetings with IDOT and those responsible for managing Utilities in the area to gain an understanding of existing conditions. • Complete a feasibility analysis which address potential site-related concerns including,but not limited to; transportation related engineering,special engineering related to site topography,and the management and replacement of area utilities. r � Y ' tE $� s u ' -1 b M ,- I ^ .^+T - ,._ .L__.. iv , i 1 r1 r . 1t R �11911 ' . '. _ • . „.... .�L• s, • 1• 1 I `••- 4��� i i N. City of Elgin CHICA00 STREET STATION AREA PLAN 19 x n }w 4 tiC i`z,il} �V4_ Yy .14:4 ¢ k ! xxtc 1 � _ i irbrik it 11-.7.1c.,u .�� 'rill Ii tI - .l I I i 1 ; i .."ta.'. .-r "• �-611 Lam.�-:,i�.+r � +*' ...-._ i._._ .._ Promote Public-Private Partnerships in order achieve the Development Goals of the Station Area Plan Public-Private Partnerships build on the particular expertise of multiple parties in order to meet the clearly defined needs of the public. These needs are met through the allocation of appropriate resources while allowing for both the risks and rewards associated with the large scale development throughout the Chicago Street Station Area to be spread across multiple parties. Priority,Timeframe,and Responsible Parties Priority: High Priority Timeframe: Mid-Term Responsible Parties: City of Elgin and Private Developers Action Steps: As the real estate market continues its recovery the City of Elgin should begin to prepare for the future by evaluating how Public-Private Partnerships may be utilized to implement the types of development outlined in the Station Area Plan. The City may prepare in the following way: • Review and revise list of previously identified development projects. • Ensure that a sufficient number of qualified private parties are involved in order to create a competitive process. • Project goals should ensure the public receives a certain value for its own investment while private parties can also expect a reasonable and fair return as well. • Distribute risks equally among the partners best suited to assume each risk. • Perform due diligence in the project procurement and create an environment that is both fair and completely transparent. • Create an ongoing and transparent communications plan to keep information regarding each project readily available to all. 80 City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN Evaluate Transitioning Properties to Zoning Designations Suggested by the Station Area Plan in order to Facilitate Long-Range Development Goals A Process Improvement Study was completed in August 2008 and since then;the City has begun implementing several of the suggested improvements. Upon final implementation of the suggestions made to improve the development review process, the City may consider a revision of its City Zoning Ordinance in order to transition specific parcels located in the Station Area to alternate zoning designations. By transitioning these parcels the City of Elgin may better achieve the specific land use development suggestions outlined in the Chicago Street Station Area Plan resulting in the cohesive,mixed-use,transit- oriented development environment desired by the City Priority,Timeframe,and Responsible Parties Priority: Moderate Priority Timeframe: Mid Term Responsible Parties: City of Elgin staff,DNA,and local Property Owners and Business Stakeholders Action Steps: • In conjunction with the DNA,City of Elgin Staff and Officials may organize an informational session with Downtown property owners and business owner representatives to discuss rezoning specific parcels in questions to those suggested by the Station Area Planning Study. • Conduct an evaluation of expected impact of modifying the zoning designation on parcels in question regarding their current level of conformance with underlying bulk requirements and those of the intended designation. • Perform a follow-up meeting with property and business owners to present for discussion the findings of the zoning modification impact evaluation. • Where appropriate and agreed upon,consider drafting a preliminary zoning designation modification ordinance to be considered by the Planning&Zoning Commission as well as the City Council after completion of the planned Comprehensive Plan. • Schedule the required public hearing before the Planning&Zoning Commission for review and public comment of the planned zoning designation modifications. • Following closure of the public hearing,the Planning&Zoning Commission may vote to approve,amend,or deny any zoning designation modifications. • Following approval by the Planning&Zoning Commission,the City Council may vote to approve,amend,or deny the recommendations relating to the zoning designation modifications. I L.' 1,- r ill _ H 4a. -I SRI -�+, [ 'j�r � r 1... , III ; '�1' ' --id ' I_ _ uI ��� i if 1 �� l - i r. • r 1=-. ra- City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN 81 Perform Enhancements to Existing Hemmens Cultural Center The City of Elgin may evaluate the Hemmens Cultural Center to determine what modifications or improvements may be completed in order to improve the buildings performance. As the construction of a new Hemmens Cultural Center may be a better solution in the long-term,a more feasible outcome may be to study what improvements may be made to the building itself as well as the spaces inside in order to perform its primary functions more adequately. Priority,Timeframe.and Responsible Parties Priority: Moderate Priority Timeframe: Mid-Term Responsible Parties: City of Elgin Officials and Staff and a team of qualified consultants Action Steps: • Team with local architects and engineers in order to evaluate the existing facilities in terms of structure and sustainability. • Study the existing building in terms of function and performance and compare it to other examples which may function at a higher level. • Consider incorporating riverfront improvements in order to better integrate the existing facility with the Fox River. • Generate and implement a list of enhancements and improvements which may improve the buildings functionality and standing in its local setting until plans for a new Hemmens can be studied. a diEtWIlS i ' 1 a e r rte, `3t x.14 rj 4 f.. t _ 82 City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN III 4 :I _ F ,i 1. i a Consider the Relocation and Construction of a New Elgin City Hall Although the Elgin City Hall functions properly in its current location,a desire to relocate the building to a more prominent location may be suitable. Choosing to relocate a new facility will also allow the existing site to become available for more appropriate land uses while helping to advance future development goals in the area. Priority,Timeframe,and Responsible Parties Priority: Moderate Priority Timeframe: Long-Term Responsible Parties: City of Elgin Officials and Staff and a team of qualified consultants Action Steps: • Perform a feasibility analysis which studies the relocation of the Elgin City Hall to the northwest corner of Douglas Avenue and Highland Avenue. • Consider spatial requirements and a usage anaylsis to determine the program and design of a new facility. • Develop a site plan for the new facility which may also introduce public space opportunities for future City events, as well as promotes the walkable,transit-oriented environment desired throughout the Station Area. • Schedule information sessions and meetings with City of Elgin residents and others with local interest in order to maintain communication and allow those parties to become involved in the process. • Design a structure which is architecturally cohesive to the civic nature of the surrounding campus and achieves the monumentality that a new Elgin City Hall deserves. • Minimize the effects of construction on the surrounding area through careful planning and coordination. City of Elgin CHICA60 STREET STATION AREA PLAN 83 \V I '$,N3 - � r� =! _ _ • f1 i� r • - _ , • Relocate and Construct a New Hemmens Cultural Center The existing Hemmens Cultural Center has been the focus of Elgin's arts community since its construction over 44 years ago.A combination of expanding programs and growing needs has made the existing facility functionally obsolete. The City ofElgin may initiate the process of design and construction of a new facility on City owned land at the southwest corner of Kimball Street and North Grove Avenue. In choosing this location,the new facility may achieve a prominent presence on the Fox River as well as strengthen the institutional character of the surrounding civic campus. Priority,Timeframe,and Responsible Parties Priority: Low Priority Timeframe: Long-Term Responsible Parties: City ofElgin Officials and Staff and a team of qualified consultants Action Steps: As the site is already under City ownership the City ofElgin may initiate the process of relocating the new Hemmens Cultural Center as soon as funding for the project can be acquired. Upon acquisition the City of Elgin should: • Evaluate the emerging needs and spatial requirements ofthe new Hemmens facility. • Assemble a team of architects,designers,engineers,and appropriate consultants to lead the process of transforming the site. • Work with a transportation officials and consultants to perform a traffic study to evaluate the impact the new facility will have on the surrounding area. • Schedule information sessions and meetings with City of Elgin residents and others with local interest in order to maintain communication and allow those parties to become involved in the process. • Minimize the effects of construction on the surrounding area through careful planning and coordination. 84 City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN III „, ELGIN .� • THE CITY IN THE SUBURBS' 1 l�Lbl l c OutI C Outreach . . , f ' . i ' 1 ' fi- ' ° , ' , + •. , ■ • x` g #r E Overview i s,. The stakeholder interview process was conducted in order -k..'46, to obtain detailed information about the study area from .-1.'.;-, -,,._ .,`: 'S • the different perspectives of representatives who are highly j 4 involved in the community �'> ' � ; _. _ —.. Unlike the format of the community survey,stakeholder ' 1 i interviews provide the opportunity for two-way dialogue ; 11N+`1— and discussions between the consultants and stakeholders which produced additional insight.They also allow the i r ,,- .• consultant team to target those with unique and broad .`-: _ — knowledge about the community's strengths,weaknesses, _ �� � opportunities,and threats while obtaining a more candid "fix ;` y' ' vision of how to bridge existing conditions with project = f, , recommendations. _ Information from the stakeholder meetings was recorded .. - '. _ / by taking notes.These meetings were conducted at the _ ° Downtown Neighborhood Association offices on July 13, 2012 by Business Districts,Inc.with partial participation from Land Vision staff • The interviewed stakeholders included representatives from t P. r-' •- the following organizations: • ReMax . • DNA 1 " , i • Chooch's 1 c • Fountain Square Development • Planning staff from the City of Elgin j ■ 1 I I City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN 85 Interview Summaries Downtown Neighborhood Association(DNA) Real Estate Brokers(ReMax) The DNA's primary responsibilities include community Stakeholders from this group expressed some perceived organizing,communication,tenant recruitment,special safety issues concerning Downtown.Part of this was events,marketing,physical maintenance,and to act as a reinforced by a lack of significant ground floor tenant liaison with government.Funding comes primarily from activity,particularly in regards to few retail uses. public service agreements(PSA) (about 40%),membership fees,and fundraising activities.The City is strongly in favor Another issue that they raised was the unclear direction of of and investigating the replacement of PSA funding with a the real estate market,which currently exhibits rental prices Special Service Area process. of a wide range.For example,$5.00 per square foot gross was mentioned;however,high quality properties may go for two DNA is excited about the opening of 12 new Elgin or three times this amount. businesses such as Soulful Sparrow,Chooch's,and the ArtSpace project which is anticipated to draw 50-75 tenants. Part of the success of attracting new activity in Elgin can be As far as sales of owner occupied spaces,prices can range from$2040 per square foot.The stakeholders mentioned a attributed to the coordinated efforts of DNA and the Elgin lack of lending support from financial institutions as an issue Chamber of Commerce.DNA commented on Elgin's long facing potential new real estate developments.To this end, standing and strong historic preservation ethic.The City there is no specific bank"micro loan"program in place. has been a Certified Local Government(CLG)since 1995 and has effectively used historic preservation as a tool for Furthermore,the restaurant industry's"grease trap issue"was revitalizing its historic residential neighborhoods. used as an example of a non-contemporary regulation which may also may inhibit new development.It was suggested Within Downtown and the study area,DNA remains that the coordination ofvarious regulatory entities within an important partner in ensuring the preservation of the city could be improved;however,examples of good Downtown's historic resources.DNA,as a local Main coordination were reported at larger development sites. Street program,and its Design Committee works with the City to develop programs that support awareness about In regards to trends in property ownership,proprietors are Downtown's historic resources and commercial property primarily local and under-capitalized,yet small professional owner reinvestment in those resources.The study area offices seem to be working well.Finally,real estate brokers in includes historic structures north and across Route 31 from Elgin voiced a strong interest in better utilizing the Fox River, the Chicago Avenue station. including the integration of recreation and downtown uses. Additional historic buildings have been identified in the larger downtown.One or two potential districts for nomination to the National Register of Historic Places have been preliminarily identified.Discussions with property owners will need to occur before any proposed district(s), and no timeframes have been established for these potential districts. 86 City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN Fountain Square Developers The largest residential development within the study area F over the last few years,Fountain Square has thus far sold � : 35 of its 93 units,with 100 percent of the remaining space ,, occupied by converted rental units in lieu of the bank "r : assuming the deed.They are presently unable to obtain � ' 4 j , Freddy Mac/Fanny Mae financing. `.' : �' " .4 ; Monthly rental ranges for units are as follows: 4 r • 1 bedrooms:699-801 SF,$1020-1120; • 1 bedrooms with a den: 1017 SF,$1270-1320; • 2 bedrooms: 1200 SF,$1320-1400; t t : i • 2 bedrooms with a den: 1302 SF,$1520 € e ' f 4 ' C) • 3 bedrooms: 1560 SF,$1620. Prices include utilities and parking.Both condominium �` ',- _ ,owners and the bank pay assessments which helps support - z hi h quality building maintenance.Residents consist primarily of recent college graduates and 50 60 year old " __,t :t o "empty nesters,as well as police officers,fire fighters,an d paramedics. If provided the opportunity to construct a new building on the vacant land on the north end of the Fountain Square site(also owned by the bank and originally planned for 103 residential condo units),stakeholders mentioned the possibility of a"condo/hotel"and more restaurants. Chooch's Chooch's Restaurant features family style pricing which is oriented to the Elgin market.The owners were very complimentary about how the City of Elgin coordinated with them to ensure building regulations were being met. There was a high degree of optimism regarding the future of this restaurant.One particular point of interest is the back deck which will take full advantage of the proposed Riverfront Promenade improvements and views. City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN 81 Conclusions Regulatory Issues General Perceptions Certain codes and regulations can sometimes inhibit the While there is much happening among individual properties start of small business operations.One example cited was in Elgin,little synergy exists between linking the Chicago the grease trap requirement for restaurants and its related Street Metra Station and Downtown district. incentive.The incentive doesn't match the requirement which may be outmoded.Joint enforcement with the City Moreover, Downtown Elgin lacks a level of activity to and another regulator appears inconsistent. overcome certain negative perceptions about the district's safety.Though few crimes occur near Downtown,social Programming issues such as homelessness,reinforce these negative DNA continues to provide comprehensive programming perceptions.Ground floor retail is challenged due to the specific to Downtown.They plan to explore the possibility lack of foot and vehicular traffic.As expressed by the of a SSA as an organizational funding source.DNA works stakeholders,residents are highly interested in additional effectively with other local economic development partners, restaurant options. such as the City of Elgin and Chamber of Commerce,and each entity has a clear sense of their role in the overall effort. However,the study area has many positive features:the pedestrian environment promotes walkability;the river Emerging Issues or Opportunities provides additional amenities;institutions draw residents to Technology businesses and the arts represent a growth the study area such as the recreation center and the library; opportunity in Downtown Elgin.The Elgin Technology and,new investments in arts and technology are a boon to Center and the soon-to-be completed Art Space serve as new business. current examples. Real Estate and Development Figure A-1 I Number of Completed Surveys Asking rents for available ground floor lease space vary 300 widely throughout the study area.Rents are typically negotiable,with some current rents as low as$4.00-$5.00 250 per square Foot(PSF)on gross lease basis.Downtown a 200 apartment rentals within previously approved condo 0 projects have high occupancy and strong rents. o 150 £ too Despite the generally weak leasing market,some market interest exists among small office tenants for a Downtown 50 Elgin location.Moreover,the City is supportive of adaptive 0 reuse of existing spaces,such as the approval of the Prairie -' " II/11 1. 1 ''1 16 1 7 l Rock Brewery site to become two separated uses-a church Question# and a bar with an outdoor patio(the site was originally a movie theater). 88 City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN Table A-1 I Questions by Category Overview The community survey was the largest and most concentrated effort to measure public opinion about the direction of development near the Chicago Street Station area.For this task,the consultant team developed 21 questions about the study area,ranging from land use desires and infrastructure improvements to demographic information and daily commute patterns.The format of the questions also ranged from multiple-choice to ordinal ranking,and included one write-in answer. The development of the survey instrument was a collaborative process that involved incorporating feedback from the City of Elgin and the transit agencies RTA,Metra, and Pace.The final product was an electronic survey hosted through the SurveyGizmo.com website and accessed through the project website developed by Land Vision. Survey respondents could take the survey by typing in the URL for the project website into a browser,scanning a QR code with their smart phone or tablet,visiting the City of Elgin and DNA websites,or by accessing one of three iPad survey kiosk locations that were setup near the study area. The survey went live on July 9 and was closed on Monday, August 27,2012. iPad kiosks were stationed for most ofJuly and August. In total,418 attempted to take the survey.Of this number, 162 answered every question(or at least made it to the last page of the survey and clicked on a"Submit Survey" button),while 286 answered at least one of the 21 questions. Additionally,some questions featured multiple answers while others only featured a single answer. Therefore,to capture all valid responses,each question is examined individually in the following sections of this chapter. Table A-I displays the category of information being asked of each question,along with the number of total responses, also displayed in Figure A-I. City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN 89 iPad Kiosks and Survey Distribution 11. CITY OF ELGIN ELGIN � '! About the iPad Survey Kiosks r1- '1 -,!j 1 The iPad survey kiosk is a successful technology tool used by the Land Vision team to enhance community and public We want YOU! outreach efforts.Essentially,this is an electronic survey that TO HELP PLAN FOR could be taken on an iPad tablet. THE FUTURE OF DOWNTOWN ELGIN. The survey was hosted through the project website managed by Land Vision and its format and content were customized - - �t�F to address the various goals and objectives the Chicago r. ,. •Street Station Area study. _. 6 � b A twee.. Kiosk Locations In order to access the general public who live and work in the community,kiosks were setup at the Gail Borden Take the 10-minute Survey at this Library,City Hall and The Centre.Each provided Wi- i Pad Kiosk! Fi internet access,which allowed the surveys to run continuously while each location was open to the public. HOW TJ COMPLETE',UNVLY. Electronic Distribution Beyond being posted on the City and DNAs websites,the o � 2 website link and description of the survey were provided within two Downtown Neighborhood News Top 10 email . ;i blasts.They also were provided in DNA's July Block-by ^ Block email-blast which is sent to Downtown property and business owners.Clickthroughs from these e-mail blasts generated more than 80 views combined and were of great b; help in generating a higher survey response. d!: (. C" C3 Marketing Flyer • E. h An 1 1 x 17"flyer and 24 x 36°poster were produced containing information about the project and how to take L Ion the survey.Flyers were fastened or displayed on tables, counters,etc.to draw attention to the kiosk,and a poster and easel were setup at the Centre to provide more visibility. 90 City of Elgm CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN Survey Results Question#2 The construction of additional housing near the Chicago Question#1 Street Metra Station is supported by a 52%majority of Responses for the first question on the survey were higher survey respondents with 26%opposing and 23%neutral to than for other questions,which is typical of any survey the idea. where someone may start the survey but does not have enough time to complete it. Table A-3 I Question#2 Results ; atq Overall,respondents feel like the quality of access to Metra and Pace is good,but rank as poor the quality of places '�``�- -��_'� ��_ to shop and availability of job opportunities.About 42% rank restaurant selection as poor,and a similar proportion Oppnurl of respondents also ranked medical/dental amenities as or p etN, _ Suppor,ue Sem- h.,t poor On the other hand,many(72%)ranked recreational r' ll activities as good or average. So me:.hat Ne❑tral Supports.e 23°%, Respondents are somewhat split on the choice and variety ofthe housing stock,with"average"representing the largest portion of responses. Activities and amenities that Question#3 generated the most"no opinion"responses between 9% Knowing how often respondents travel to each of and 17%--are limited to medical/dental,access to Pace,and the shopping areas listed in this question is helpful in employment opportunities. determining not only the level of attraction of each area but Table A-2 I Question#1 Results also willingness to travel certain distances. 3 Respondents patron the Randall Road"corridor"more frequently than any other shopping area listed in Question 3;92 out of 241 responses for Randall Road selected every week or more,with 91 selecting 1-2 times per month. Respondents also patronize Downtown Elgin,with 18% doing so 1-2 times a week and 38%doing so 1-2 times per month.Those destined for Downtown Chicago,60%of respondents,travel to this location only 1-2 times per year, with another 22%going monthly or more often. Over one-third of respondents shop 1-2 times per month at the Spring Hill Mall in West Dundee and at Malls in Schaumburg(including Woodfield)About 30%patronize the Arboretum of South Barrington at least once a month, with a slightly higher number patronizing it once or twice a year. Finally,many respondents indicated they never go to either Downtown St.Charles/Charlestown Mall(45%)or the Chicago Premium Outlet Mall in Aurora(63%). City of Elgin CHICA60 STREET STATION AREA PLAN 91 Table A-4 I Question#3 Results Question 4 attalt, for. The purpose of this question was to gauge the support for tx r$ specific kinds of commercial developments that could be } n. ` � ` considered as potential recommendations for key sites near the Chicago Street Metra Station. A majority of respondents stated that they would frequent a boutique/small-scale grocery store as well as a coffee shop with free Wi-Fi Internet at least 1-2 times per month,with more than one quarter stating they'd shop at a grocery store every week or more. While respondents indicated overall that they would rarely use a dry cleaning service and almost never have need for day care service,a large number suggested they would have need for auto service/repair 1-2 times per year(42%total compared to 46%who marked"never").This may suggest that Metra and/or Pace services are the primary alternative means of transportation for those who are stuck with their vehicle in the shop. Table A-5 I Question#4 Results _ I 92 City of Elgm CHICA60 STREET STATION AREA PLAN Question#5 Table A-6 I Question#5 Results Beyond inquiring about how frequently one may use a ^• 5 rase. specific type of commercial service,the consultant team P gam. ' wanted to go a step further and provide respondents with a chance to prioritize each activity or facility.This was done to ensure that the services most important to the public are identified,regardless of how often they may be used.The responses for each selection were totaled and averaged to show preferences..Averages are displayed in Table A-6. The results for Question#5 reinforce answers from 1 Question#4,with boutique small-scale grocery store having the highest average rank,followed closely by coffee shop with free Wi-Fi internet,then dry cleaning,auto service/ repair,and day care. Question#6 — Question#6 was asked to find out both how many survey respondents use Metra and/or Pace and the purpose of their trip(s).Ofthe 145 people who answered this question,there were 457 selections made for Metra and 49 for Pace. Since 138 out of 145 possible respondents take Metra for Table A-7 I Question#6 Results recreation/entertainment,this is perhaps the primary trip purpose for Metra service to/from the Chicago Street ` .`' 3 Metra Station.This stands in contrast to the 86%of all Metra ,; � riders who use Metra to commute to work(according to the 2011 RTA Customer Satisfaction Survey. Most likely,the reason for the difference between surveys is that respondents of this survey were likely occasional riders versus daily Metra commuters. The next highest purpose is work,followed closely by home (these two are often the same trip for commuters).Shopping and"other"are also frequent responses for Metra riders, although few take Metra for school or medical purposes. Pace riders were most likely to ride the bus for travel to shopping,or home;however,given the very small number of respondents who use Pace,the data is insufficient to reach definite conclusions. City of Elgin CHICA60 STREET STATION AREA PLAN 93 Question#7 Table A-8 I Question#7 Results In terms of frequency,most survey respondents who use the '7. Chicago Street Metra Station are not regular commuters, with 42%taking Metra 1 day per typical week.Excepting survey respondents who don't take Metra(32%),the next highest proportion of riders includes those who take Metra 5 days a week(12.8%),most ofwhom are likely Monday- Friday commuters going to work. 1 Day.43,1 However,if one considers those who take Metra 3-days, 4-days,6-days,and every day as regular commuters,this number increases to 21.9%.While this twice as many as only 5-day commuters,it is still half of those who only take Metra 1 or 2 days per week. Question#8 Table A-9 I Question#8 Results Mode of access to the Station is important for planning purposes since it allows a more targeted set of transportation recommendations. A large majority of Metra commuters from the Chicago Street Metra Station drive a vehicle and park at the station, 46.7%of those responding to Question#8.This was followed by at 24.8%.About 8%were picked-up/dropped- off by someone else,while 5%access by Pace.Very few carpool,or take a taxi cab,Pace vanpool,or bicycle to the station. Given the overwhelming number of respondents who walk and drive to the station,particular attention should be directed towards pedestrian and parking improvements for this study's recommendations. Drive and park at the Don't Access Metra stet on 9 A7% 94 City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN Question#9 Table A-10 I Question#9 Results Half of survey respondents travel 10- 15 minutes to access 9EiC the Chicago Street Metra Station,with one third taking less telri �iS than 5 minutes.Less than one fifth take 15-20 minutes,and only 4%take 20-30 minutes or more. Data from Questions 8 and 9 provide an interesting opportunity for cross-tabulation,to analyze how long it takes respondents to access the station using the mode they - identified.Table A-10 illustrates this information.Those who drive experience the shortest access times,followed by those who walk.Access times for Pace bus riders are slightly higher Figure A-2 I Questions 8 &9 Comparison overall. Figure A-3 displays the average travel time for each mode. In order to achieve this,the midpoint of minutes for each category was used(so for example, 12.5 minutes was used as a proxy for the 10- 15 minute category).The size of the point for each mode correlates to the number of total responses. 10 20 30 40 so 60 ;0 80 e0 100 Both driving alone and parking and being driven by someone else yield an average travel time of about 10 Figure A-3 I Average Access Time per Mode minutes.Walking takes slightly longer,averaging about 12.5 minutes,while using Pace takes 14.5 minutes. Since only 200 one respondent accessed the station by bicycle and very few iao - others take taxis or Pace vanpools,the average time for these 160 modes is not reliable. 140 cn 120 .. -_.--- w 00 P c Ta cal' Oth Dnven' Drrve 0 X16 Pxe B B cycle Ivan Pool. s o nc and Park dial a el, at Ili.. ride. Station other) City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN 95 Question#10 Table A-11 I Question#10 Results Few survey respondents claimed taking Pace at all;however, �� .r among those who did,most use bus service once per week H M � ' (55.2%). The remaining 45%of Pace riders show no particular riding pattern and are more or less evenly distributed from 2-days per week to every day. 303y SS> 1 n,ys Question#11 • Though most respondents to Question*1 1 do not take Pace service to the Transportation Center,those who do either transfer to Metra(15%)or indicate the Transportation Center is the last stop before their final destination(12%). Table A-12 I Question#11 Results The smallest proportion of respondents to this question ik erg' transfer to another Pace service(8%). Question#12 The purpose of Question*12 was to provide survey respondents with an opportunity to suggest new destinations for Pace bus service in the greater-Elgin area. The question is:"What destinations would you like Pace to serve that are not currently being served? Please write in up Figure A-4 I Question#12 Answers to three locations..° While the majority of answers were unique(few people suggested the same destination),Figure A-4 shows the importance of a destination in that the text size is scaled to the frequency of answers.It also displays every answer to RemovePace Question#12. RandallRoad BigTimberTrarnStatio Elgin Sam'sClub 96 City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN Question#13 Table A-13 I Question#13 Results Given that the public's tax dollars may be used to fund improvements that are recommended from this study, • , Y � Question 13 provides an opportunity for members of the _ : (,' , 4 community to rank order their preferences for each of the � seven transportation improvements under consideration. Since many respondents did not answer this question completely(many ranked fewer than seven improvements), the averages were determined by adding up ranks for each improvement and dividing by the total responses for that item.This method assures that improvements which had fewer responses are not under-represented in the overall order of priority Respondents were most interested in increasing the parking capacity at the Chicago Street Metra Station,followed closely by improving traffic signal coordination with railroad crossings at Highland Avenue and Chicago Street. Respondents thought the following improvements to be nearly equally important:improved coordination between Metra and Pace schedules,improved pedestrian connections between Pace and the Chicago Street Metra Station,printing route hours and simple maps on Pace bus signs,and installing bus shelters along Pace routes with additional route and system information.Constructing a new Pace Transportation Center building was considered Table A-14 I Question#14 Results least beneficial. Question#14 .a3 } ' r �� " ; X.,� env 4 k�v« �#..wnu Once again,the public was given an opportunity to identify ° ,. - - -� �.- _ • -= their priorities for transportation improvements,this time for pedestrian mobility. While improving crossings at major intersections came out ahead,improved pedestrian and bike connections between the Fox River Trail and Chicago Street Metra Station ranked last. City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN 97 Table A-15 Question#1S Results Question#15 na: As a means of gaging parking usage in the study area, ...•' � Question#15 asked respondents about their perception of parking capacity at five locations. Almost two-thirds(66%)rated conditions at the Chicago Street Metra Station as overcrowded.Crowded conditions are also present for street parking near Elgin Tower and along Douglas Avenue between Chicago and Prairie; however,these two areas are more frequently characterized by`somewhat full"conditions. At two locations respondents indicated there is"always a space"more often than at any other locations:Centre parking structure and municipal lot at Highland/Douglas. However,both of these locations had slightly higher numbers of responses where"somewhat full"was selected. Question#16 The final question in the set of the three relating to infrastructure priorities asked survey respondents to rank streetscape improvements. Table A-16 Question#16 Results Repaving sidewalks and restriping crosswalks along major k q streets had the overall highest rank,with the installation of new street lighting along major streets west of the Fox River close behind. The remaining three options,all of which focus more on cosmetic,aesthetic,and information upgrades, - ranked similarly at about one point below the top two improvements. Question#17 This was the last question dealing with study area-specific characteristics or qualities.It concerns the types of open space activities that most interest the public.Understanding public preferences towards these activities can be helpful in determining physical improvements to parks and open spaces. Respondents were most likely to attend farmer's markets and least likely to attend open-air movie showings.For the rest of the activities,most indicated that they were either very likely = or somewhat likely to attend. 98 City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN Table A-171 Question#17 Results Question#18 1 . k ° The demographic questions begin with Question 18. A ,' larger number of males than females completed the survey. &z,4Q:f# 3 .��< ',✓.w.a,.z?520:°# ...'T,',-">„ `.,.._ .,.#a..>..,a a Question#19 Not surprisingly,respondents'ages followed somewhat of a standard bell curve distribution with the largest number of people between the ages of 25 and 64. The only departure from a standard curve is that there were fewer people younger than 25 than there were people 65 or older. Question#20 Household size also followed a distribution that is typical of national trends,with more than half of respondents identifying themselves with two or three person households. Table A-19 Question#20 Results Table A-18 1 Question#18 Results � iemaie 43% Figure A-51 Question#19 Results - \ za ' 1 F. 45 40 35 30 25 ._ 20 15 10 5 13 and 14-17 18.24 25-34 35-44 45-54 55.64 65 and younger older City of Elgm CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN 99 Table A-20 I Question#21 Results Question#21 Perhaps most surprising about the demographic jt` characteristics of the survey respondents was household income.The results indicate an unusually high proportion of those making more than$100,000 per year,which is well above the national average for both one-person and two person households. These results are also very different from the household incomes identified in this study's Existing Conditions Report,which suggests much lower median incomes for those living in the study area. Approximate median household income for the City of More than 5100 000 I ' I Elgin is$52,605,which is lower than Kane County's median S80.000-599.000 household income of$66,604. Elgin's figure is actually I I more similar to the state of Illinois as a whole,whose median 560.000-579.000 household income is$53,966. Compared to the majority 540.000-S59 000 of survey participants,21%of households in Elgin have an 530.000 539.000 annual income greater than$100,000. This percentage is in 520.000-529000 line with the State as a whole at 22%and slightly below Kane Less than 019.000 County's 30%of households with an in income of$100,000 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 or higher. This difference may be attributable to the nature of the survey delivery system,which is electronically based and can be taken by anyone with internet access,regardless of whether they live in Downtown Elgin or not. Most likely,a much higher number ofpeople taking the survey live outside of the study area.However,this information may be an indication that the survey was successful in not only representing those who live in the study area,but also those who work and/or spend a significant amount of their time in or passing through the Chicago Street Metra Station area. This data also suggests that there are many people who are more likely to have disposable income that also have an interest in the study area.Land use recommendations should take this into consideration when determining what types of commercial development to attract. 100 City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN •i° • y• •, . . i' �3c'4. K v rt. k .;..1.* • 4� _ _ t - 7 Ty ek "7::4,' ' ..• a .,.• ° � � �t 7.1:i...� -F^ _ -•may -"II .,. -.. mow.- `\ . ,NIA ..!�,.a�. 1�.sin,,., .t'4'''.. ■IN 1".""''','" —^ "'. Yom-- r,*' ... ' y$ \\ _ ` # ail +. y /11 - '.- ''-,,,, -"- \v -...„ _5.-..,,,a ,......,-,e,•___\,...,,,,,-.46, _ . ,.., ...,„ , C „, V— { _ 4"."':lit ,., .;.cam iaveeeme et. • f c ., ' s The purpose of the Concept Preference Survey is to help focus planning and design issues and define the most appropriate and inappropriate typologies and elements for the Downtown's future.As the Concept Preference Survey results were presented to the public,they facilitated discussion of critical development and design issues in the study area.This process ensures that the final plan contains recommendations,guidelines,and regulations that portray a shared vision of the Downtown. Concept Preference Survey image slides were organized into seven categories:Mixed-Use/Multi-Use,Commercial/Retail, Multi-Family Residential,Identity/Wayfinding Signage,Business Signage,Parking,and Open Space. Respondents were given five rating options for each image;(1)Strongly Negative;(2)Negative;(3)Neutral;(4)Positive; and,(5)Strongly Positive.Images with average scores higher than 3.5 are considered to be overall positive,while images with average scores lower than 2.5 are considered to be overall negative. Image ratings are located at the bottom left corner of each image. City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN 101 Multi-Use/Mixed-Use The most highly regarded images typically show attractive multi-use structures fronting attractive streetscapes and in one case forming an enclosure around an intimate and _ landscaped public green. To be further explained in the Design Guidelines later in this document,the images displayed in this category are representative of good planning and urban design principles in which buildings form continuous and well-defined streets. .-- Multi-use/Mixed-use structures rated highest were typically shown at 2-4 stories. In these images retail space is typically located along the ground level in order to activate the pedestrian realm along the street/public space. Residential or office uses are placed above with special :�� I attention made to locate the more"public"uses of each space along the street to ensure the visual connection between people inside the buildings with the environment below. Small details such as this help promote safer and more "mss pleasant environments by allowing for more"eyes on the 1° street". ' `' Building facades feature projecting windows and balconies — which are integrated into massing articulations that generate a high degree of architectural interest. This articulation in a each facade allows for the creation of small"people"spaces along public streetscapes which generally serve as prime I I locations for outdoor dining and other gathering space for pedestrians to interact. High quality materials and details combined with an elevated degree of craftsmanship result in structures that provide architectural interest to both � pedestrians leisurely passing by as well as vehicles traveling at a higher rate of speed. Although each of the images is very different in architectural • 'I" style,the relationship between the building and the surrounding environment is very similar in each case. These 3 images all depict attractive street environments,highlighted • .. 1 11111 t 1 I by on-street parking and pedestrian-oriented sidewalks i;L ill with integrated street furniture,appropriate scaled lighting, and attractive landscapes. In the most highly desirable , developments it is the layering of elements such as this,in addition to high quality architecture which create successful downtowns. 102 City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN ii "" - Commercial/Retail The top rated images in the Commercial/Retail category �_ reflect a strong preference for a well-integrated commercial ` and pedestrian environment. m ? • Highly rated images show a quality commercial streetscape - ' L.' : 4 '- _ "' utilizing proper urban design principles depicting buildings forming a continuous street frontage. Generous public 1 •L. i sidewalks facilitate social interaction including outdoor dining as shown in the top image. Depending on the r location and needs of the market upper floors should be utilized for either office uses or residences as was displayed "!ii1 M in the multi-use image set. _____________...____ . _ _ .I +'!L"Pik. �--; ,a% The City of Elgin has performed admirably in delivering a 1 i,.K 1 s i� ii ii°, 4 � ; J ■ high quality pedestrian-oriented environment. By utilizing i,, ¶! . 1 + . 1 similar techniques in new development and redevelopment .!- opportunities,Elgin can ensure a cohesive and attractive 4 t a k` Downtown resulting in the creation of an inviting and r walkable"place". _., —...7 '- — 1 _ N. t\ i .iY. + a , i ' i 61 .- City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN 103 "` "7 4: ' Multi-Family Residential �a° ¢ i� Results from the Concept Preference Survey illustrate ii: 1 that the participants in Elgin possess an understanding of i''� r _ the elements which contribute positively to good urban , lir ii,_. 0-...- ii,7:. :1,.... environments. Although there may not be an opportunity for multi-family redevelopment similar to image number T r . , . one,it should be noted that those who took the survey seem ,,� " to hold an appreciation for good planning principles which „� . f yield outcomes such as this intimate residential street. s. ` ;. Although the images rated most highly among the multi- . family residences are all different,they all reflect a desire for creating attractive,pedestrian-oriented streetscapes with appropriately scaled architecture and high-quality materials. Building setbacks are minimal in most cases yet when a - setback is present it is typically used to introduced a porch or %` stoop which provides its own contribution to the pedestrian realm. Image four is quite different in both scale and style to what °' - ' ' is being shown above. In analyzing the performance of this 1 -. i - image,it is believed that the survey participants selected -, _ _ based on the use of transparent materials and a desire for monumental and architecturally significant buildings. This image performed well enough in the survey to be included however it is unlikely that a building of this character would be appropriate for Downtown Elgin. t. a --L -1 0 I ; , , t i -t II I . 4 s 104 City of Elgin CHICAOO STREET STATION AREA PLAN Identity/Wayfinding The highest rated images in the identity/wayfinding categories represent three of the primary elements utilized in the successful building of a community's brand. Each of the images used are designed to coincide with the other elements of the communities identity and wayfinding <. . .w .. r_; strategy. Similar design,materials,color palette and styles :°:4o,.a:.r..— ���.",tea; ti' ,��--• "��,. � - are utilized in order to project a cohesive and united environment. _1 '' - = — The City of Elgin has done a tremendous job in 1111111111111111 111 _, implementing a signage and wayfinding strategy throughout ,�I.r'• _ ,k°'� the Station Area. Effort should be made to utilize similar •�i , , s�;�-„. techniques,styles,materials,and colors to implement the �',A'4 existing strategy through the remaining places in Downtown R� ._ Elgin. ills -° — Proiwna ie Arlington • , its r in,mewl -:. 4- I » 5 b yaw.j City of Elgin CHICA60 STREET STATION AREA PLAN 105 1l.f/.111M i Ell i/ Business Signage �; Highly rated business signage examples show a clear preference for attractive and thoughtful designs constructed ii A, with high quality materials. � XI T,. Images one,two,and four show facade mounted projecting '' '''': I signs,expressive in design an indicative of the businesses and uses which they are serving. Signs such as this are 1��1 tIA typically oriented towards pedestrians as they are placed ' '° ,.- / perpendicular to the storefronts and in direct view of the :� residents and visitors which pass them on a daily basis. Image three illustrates a typical storefront business sign that is externally illuminated with attractive lamps that are designed in a compatible manner with the overall I architecture of the building. The dimensions of the sign, k Nat't in i's on!;NV4,• including font size and facade coverage is regulated in a wu[At UiD iMiINDS NO manner which allows the business the ability to express their individual identities while promoting a uniform and cohesive commercial environment overall. - .1 vvr I I , ■ ' if i411i LOM :AR . V ir TOWN CENTRE s, '! l III 106 City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN Parking The Concept Preference Survey tested both structured j parking examples as well as surface parking(both on street x t ro 4 E and surface lots). Highest rated images depicted examples ..., i ..i i of structured parking in more urban environments with each example integrating commercial uses on the ground level in ' order to more proactively contribute to the pedestrian realm. Image one depicts a contemporary design which integrates i -, .. . 7— the quality and variety of streetscape enhancements 4 currently present in Elgin. Additionally,the design of this am .e•, _ structure introduces shallow storefronts which may serve as f` i attractive space for small scale retailers or start up businesses �= 0 P P /1'', looking to open their first shop. By introducing these uses 00 the Downtown Elgin fabric prevents a gap in development 4) >r 0a, ��", from forming in the streetscape and activates an otherwise g P traditionally"dead"use. 0 Image three demonstrates the positive affect that on-street . e parking can have on the overall Downtown Streetscape. ' ---- j Elgin has already done a great job in implementing on-street ' `' , „-r parking which contribute positively to local streetscapes �`�=`-- = and should continue to explore these possibilities where opportunities are present. 1 1 1i g 0 —` — - -; .-,:s._:n• <a�carte' . It -4 .1- a ��- IRL e + 4 L I II - ._., q , -f .gem City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN 107 �� Open Space , I The images ranked in the top four in the Open Space ; Li category display a particular type of open space that is - currently at a premium in places such as Downtown Elgin. . z _ -j_ However,those places which have implemented similar spaces are consistently ranked very favorable and are highly regarded as great Downtowns. These small urban parks and public squares represent exciting examples to be woven into the community fabric of Downtown Elgin. Each space may be designed to incorporate specific amenities in order to allow for it to develop a special identity and local source of - - pride for the immediate businesses and residents. vir Elgin has incorporated larger parks along the riverfront in order to provide residents and visitors with options for both passive and active recreation opportunities. There is, however,opportunity to incorporate smaller scale plazas and greens within Downtown in order to accommodate those who prefer alternative types of open space. These spaces may be located along special corners or within gaps in development and each represents an opportunity to introduce recreational and leisure uses into the urban fabric of Downtown Elgin. Iwo 108 City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN On April 4,2013 a Developer Forum meeting was held The developer representatives appreciated the city's at The Centre with an invited list of developers who have pro-active stance towards addressing the future needs of worked or are currently working in the City of Elgin.The the Chicago Street Station Area Plan.In relation to the meeting was attended by 7 developer representatives continued efforts to expand the streetscaping program to possessing a mix of past development work in both single the State Street corridor,the representatives explained that family greenfield sites,as well as developments located in this would be a key element to assist in turning the efforts to Downtown Elgin. promote redevelopment of the corridor. The meeting began with an overview presentation of the Feedback from the developers confirmed that both Chicago Street Station Area Plan including a detailed financing and price sensitivity are still challenging in discussion for each of the five Sub Areas.The presentation current market conditions.Developers with experience in walked through the intent for future changes to each Sub past projects located in Downtown Elgin confirmed that Area summarized as follows: projects designed with for-sale units have been required to shift to rentals in order to fill vacancies.This is a trend that Sub Area 1 will continue in the near future.It should be noted however Maintain and improve municipal campus designating that current rental rates in newer structures in Downtown opportunities for a new City Hall,a new Hemmens Elgin are commanding a healthy market rate. Auditorium,as well as new residential and mixed-use development opportunities along the Fox River. Developers in attendance provided other valuable feedback that confirmed that multi-family for sale or rental unit Sub Area 2 opportunities will have a stronger market in the setting of a Complete unfinished mid-rise and rowhome residential meaningful and quality downtown atmosphere.In today's projects already planned and underway,complete market there is a great interest in having the amenities of an the Riverside Drive Promenade project that is under urban lifestyle outside of the City of Chicago.Preserving and construction,continue restoration and adaptive re use enhancing an authentic urban downtown atmosphere is a projects in structures that back up to the new river walk key factor in sustaining successful residential opportunities. taking advantage of this amenity. The developers also concurred that the transit option, especially the commuter train station,is also a very positive Sub Area 3 attribute which helps to market residential properties in this setting. Pursue improvements to the immediate Chicago Street Metra Station and nearby State Street block between In summary,attendees at the Developer Forum meeting Highland Avenue and Chicago Street. appreciated the City of Elgin's efforts and plans to identify future priorities for Downtown improvements as well as Sub Area 4 potential redevelopment opportunities.Attendees also Improve this location west of Crystal Street as a gateway suggested that public/private partnerships and funding entrance to Downtown Elgin. sources through bonds and TIF districts should be considered in order to move things forward in a recovering Sub Area 5 real estate and housing market. Assemble parcels in this linear corridor west of State Street from Highland Avenue north to Kimball Street for redevelopment of attractive mid-rise,multi-family structures with limited retail uses at strategic locations.Continue streetscaping improvements along this corridor. City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN 109 Municipal Funding Opportunities for TransitOrisnted Development 1:1:01 C C Municipal Funding Opportunities for Z Transit-Oriented Development ti W X •,..., . W Ca C. 1/11.0 Z w... . ' �e�w. mix n. 1. i N S± � Z CD a.r' .. � ,a ... .G>tti. . ....... ,... -' ... +,:,. ^+�w;'f..+ ";� , R r.if-s . _ .r'J 0_1111:X..41'` w g tz:,., ....L._ si� ���° t .L _ - � r . its Cli)O The Regional Transportation Authority(RTA)in conjunction with the Regional Transit-Oriented Development Working Group a Bated ��^ this document to assist communities with the development of TOD.The document is intended to be used primarily by economic and community development practitioners throughout the northern Illinois region. smoitIncluded is a comprehensive directory of funding programs that serve Transit-Oriented Development initiatives In northern Illinois.It Z includes programs for municipalities,government agencies,businesses,non-profit organizations,and other organizations that work to 11111e. r promote Transit-Oriented development.It should be used by agencies to inform themselves of the various funding opportunities T available.Programs are from government agencies as well as philanthropic agencies and financial institutions are included This guide has 1--1-4 available. organized by Sources,Agencies,Program Description,and Eligibility. L O.) The majority of information in this guide was compiled from various website sources. Spedal acknowledgement is given to CMAP's Community and Economic Development Funding Resource Guide. For more information on the contents in this directory or on how RTA Ois involved in Transit-Oriented Development please call 312-913-3244 or visit our website at wwv.r.rtadikago.com/programs. m ZiTa Z it M Al (41)tt� � .- .--.-- - .---.( w w FPrepared and Maintained by the RTA end the Reamed TOD Working Group LW Updated?/15"1013 Page 1 rZ F uJL g 1 1 S 1 gl 1 I 111.gli I ii 4 iIII 1 I I I I _ I lid 0 t ill I i ii 1 41 11111 i 111111 ti 1111111' 1 11111111 6 � i II� din 4I(II II` I 1 1 1 . , ! l t ill t 5� � ` ` I o il I flaq 4- 'IOW El-101111T 1 i gni 11111 li i In' i q Iii 1 iv OrtFlil P I ll Jill gr Y � I'll 1111 I i'II! iiiIiiIiii S iii4ir ittql lli 1 4 Niel Is WWII ,1 . 1 llii 1 i a€g ilex F' L ,. ke 4 Iiiiilii , !fli ' r 4 £ h ig £ 3 N i ; n F c £ �-gf d � 3 F, t 1 : I/112 City of Elgin CHICAGO STREET STATION AREA PLAN M Municipal Funding Opportunities for Transit-Oriented Development Local (continued) Agency Program Purpose Program Description Eligibility/Funding Range Website d at ! IBnskse Tax 1 Contad the Deprtment of Plmlrg ad Developnssd for • W C;Cods County Plairg and Development 'County Property Tax Incentive Incentive 1Property Tax incentives mw be cairn to antics I more nonunion www.co.cook.ilus Z TM Cools Cosily Energy Efficiency and Conservation Bode Get Program(EECBG) ' 0 • assists businesses.fonds,ad individuals by making grants and bans sealable to ', support the folawYg activities Energy Efficiency Retrofit Program,Skids Family co • RehabiNatbn Program Ennui Efficiency Local Govemei Inane,Energy t- EicMn/Audla,Energy Efficiency and Matsdaf Conservation,Energy Efficiency and I ay h ttp l//www.coo kco u ntvgov.com/p OC Transportation Inman Program Reining Lora Fuel for Energy Efficiency r Co; ok County Plan and YE and Conservation Bolt ildranWUn and Electronic Coloration Program, and Traffic I Homeowner,and Business Ownssf ortal/server.pt/community/plannin.. N 'ad DepatmsatdEmkernselel Control (Grad Efficiency !Housing Signal ftskofilRekogl Program. P m V le and development/310 _.. 6 --- --�--- Ihbusing and 0 1EooioVarious programs inddkg Energy Efficiency and Conservation Bodo Grant, • Ihttp://www.cookcountvgov.com/p- = !Development- Connonity Deveopment Bolt Grant ma Emergency Shelter Get Propene, lortal/server.pt/community/econo r, r Co Idt County Bureau dComrmandy I 'Capita,Planning, Zan Facility Bonds Rand 3,fbnmdeenee Prevention Rapid Rsdfoe'rg i 'mic development%2C bureau of/' -_.bo i Development IValonr :and Operating !Pro ram(fPRP),CDBG American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2008,and more IVabua/Vale 1256 W ;Honig and o l DuPage County Community Development 1 ;Economic Information regarding county initiatives and Community Development Bock Get -.?, !CanmWion Grant Program. Vabnr Development t ll(CDBG)aralable through the county. ;Various/Vans _Ihttp://www.co.dupage.il.ux/cdo/ U !Housing and Various grad programs including Community Development Bock Grant(CDBG), ' ;Economic Emergency Shaffer Grat(ESG),HOMEkwestmei Partnerships Program(HOME), !, ;http://www.co.kane.il.us/develop !.Kars Canty !Venus IDwalopmad Knanan Services Grant Fund(HSGF). !Various/Vane :rnt i • . . 1 }Lake County has grad feuds avaiaWe from the US Department of Housing aid Urban • }Development to asset lovAnco toe persons.Funds can be used for the following • . [Housing and Indians Pudic Infrastructure(suers roads,MO improvements,Affordable Housing 1 Lake County Canrmniy Development : IEooromc deveoprment and MabNation,Public Sevier adtvhies assisting human service I http://www.lakecountyil.gov/Plann Division !Vase IDevelopment 4arganizaMns,and Homeless Assistance !V a r i o u s/ s ling/Pages/Defaultaspx !Housing ad !Venous grant programs including Community Development Bode GmL !http://www.co.mchenrv.il.us/depart 'McHenry County Planning/Connally !Economic Neighborhood Stabilzalbn Program,HOME Investment Partnership(HOME)aid tments/CommDev/Pages/HUDProg IDevelopnei DepatmsM and Programs 1Vaious I Development HornMeness Prweriim Rapid Re-housing Program(IPRP). IVawa/Vans 'ramsandApplications.aspx • I Housing ad in County Community Development I Eton is jVaiau grail programs including Crnmueity Development Bock Grant,HOME I Division -,.JVaias Development ilireestinent Partnership Project and Lead Hazed Get ;Vanua Vain --_-. ihttp://www.willoountvlanduse.coj Prepared and Maintained by the RTA and tin Region!TOD Working Gray Last Updated 2/152013 Page 3 1 Ai i Al U c T D > D > F if 1 Ii r a 11Y 1 ul v. 1 '111 I y At 4 @ o f% a ii iii iii O la 111 ilif 1111 1111 ifillgli illill Illiii Pill :E7 r of F 1 11 h 1 4F ,1 qII :i ti CHI t ill II 4 ii1 1 i11 111 Ii!!! 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Z i CO The Municipal Brownfields Redevelopment Grant Program provides hording to kcal H municipalities b investigate aid don up bmowafiddo properties.The Illinois Biov.nAelds Redevelopment Loan Program is a revolving kw-interest ban program . y• linnets Browfidde Redevelopment Grants that provides trade to municipalities and the private sector for time environmental �http://www.epa.state.il.us/land/ter W IIlinos Environmental Protection Agency 1Leas !Bromfield cleanup d Browtields sites. IVariousl Vales I ownfields/index.html ¢ ----- ---�-- --- — : - --.__------------ - - -- a- Illinos EPA 811Inois Office of the Sole Fire j I http://www.epa.state.il.us/land/lust H ALlershal !Underground Storage Tait Fund B r o w n f i e l d IThs fund assists with the deaxp of contamination from underground storage tanks. IVaio s l Vass _ !Just-fund.html f=i 'Provides grants to units d kcal government for put&improvements an behalf d v businesses undertaking a major expansion or relocation prajed.Idraebudae 1 http://www.illinoisbiz.biz/dceo/Bur r_ Illinois Department d Commerce&Ecoonic'Bwinne Development Public Infrastructure !Infrastructure Capital luproremets must be made torputlfc benefit on public property ad mat directly I eaus/Business Development/Grant' --� OppMuWry Program(BOPIP) I d Operational beer&in the creation or retention d prbie sector jobs. General purpose local pavements l Varies 's/bdpip.htm W ---- -------- --------------------------- i http://www.commerce.state.il.us/oT Illinois Department of Connerce&Econnomric"Wodxbree Development Initiatives,grants, IWMdaoe Program provides various funding and training opportunities to Main aid improve I ceo/Bureaus/Workforce Developm U 'Oppomutty I fiPc. IDevelapmet Illinois waklorne ... !Vabus l Vasa ... _... lent/Resources/ http://www.i If inoisbiz.biz/dceo/Bur 'Grans are provided to include energy efficient buiding practices ii the rehab or new i eaus/Enano Recycling/Energy/Ene'.. Illinois Department of Commerce&Economic! • !construction of alladable housing urM&Average energy savings range from 50%to biros bated nonlife*and for-profit housing developers l !rgy+Efficiency/housing energy pro' 'Opportunity I Energy Elliot Affordable Housing m m ___`Ibueing-Capital 175% ;$1000 to S11000 par Mucha* gra .ht • !Unto of geed bed goverment me apple/for funding. • iMW harm mutations at 50,000 or less and met not be • located In an urban county or the 38 Ma thel mane Providing grants to sal governments to help them in scrip economic devdapmentlsder l'esdllement'funds.The Counties of Coak, projects,prole fadlYoo and homing rehabilitation.The program is targeted to islet IDuPage,Noe,Lake,Madsen,MdWty,SL Clair and WI i http://www.eommerce.state.il.us/d Ilinos Department"Commeoe&Econanc'Cammnly Development Assistance %Public Buildings and bwbmodees income persons by creating job apparbraies and improving the I are entitlement aunties and not eligible for CDAP traded I ceo/Bureaus/Community Develop _Oppautiaely 'Program(CWP) .lowing-Capital quality d their living aairanest. I Vales mentlGrants/CDAP.htm 'To quiWy a company mist provide door enbtbn that • lariats b the fad of anpetltlan among a competing etas, • j The EDGE program is designed to offer a special tat incentive to enooaage lad agree to make an Investment of al least$5 million in 'companies to locale or expand operations in Illinois when there is active consideration!capital improvements and create a minimum of 25 tewbl of a competing location in another Slab.The program can provide tax credits to Itime jobs In Ikea.For a compay MI 100 or fewer • qualifying capafes,'quit in the need at stab noon.ham"Ahmed hen the jemmy.,the company mat agree to nice a capital j http://www.commerce.state.il.us/dl Illinois Department of Commerce&EccrerielEconomic Development For a Growing IBaimess Tai slates of employees in the needy created jabs.The non refundable credits can be !investment of$1milon aid create at leas 5 new h/bele Iced/Bureaus/Business Developme !Opportunity 'Economy Tax Credit Program(EDGE) IInontive lueed against corporate income taxes b be paid over a period not to exceed 10 yeas. 'Ms in limo&l Vass Int/Tax+Assistance/EDGE,htm • Department �Mnaly, 1 program m0 persons Ibnol anal businesses that are 51 percent owned and hitp:lAwvw.worldbusinesschicaao.coMsite- Iliac d Commerce&Eco onicl Women,ad Diudod P This ban final for baieeses craned and }managed by persons we as minorities,norms,or selector/minority-veteran-women-ant- FOppaturity Lon Baless Finarcg who at ninnies,women,or disabled. IdsaMW l bass up to$100,000 or 50%albs t alyin bled disabled-oarticipation-1oan-prooram-mvwdplp' • -- --- I The WB program is designed to encourage w0e-ased economic Development activities,by providing tai incentives(similar b those offered within an mapae 412 million immanent 500 retained or$30 noun and I http://www.ildceo.net/dceo/Burea Illinois Department of Commerce&Emeoelcl 'Business Tax zone)tecompanies that pupae to make a substantial capital investment in i1203 jobs retanedl Investment tax credit ante sales fat, 'us/Business Development/Tax+AssI IOpportmity ___-_______ _ 'HO Impact Business IInoentse operations. huffily tax exempt businesses __ xstance/HIB.htm -- �mcc� ww.cvr."T,erce:sc"ecr'm:UsW I ceo/Bureaus/Energy Recycling/EneI I I rgy/Clean+Energy/02- WnoieDepartment dCommerce&Economic" 'Environmental- 'Support the development and Implementation of solar thermal and solar photovoltaic I (solar+Energy+Incentive+Program.ht1 'Oppoduiy 'Solar Thermal Grant Program "Capital and Operatingltedvdagies in linos IVaioa I maximum Incentive amount d$250,000 I m -- ----- Prepared and Maintained by the RTA and the Regional TOD Working Group Last Updated 2/152013 Pape 5 Munidpel Funding Opportunities for Transit-Oriented Development State of Illinois (continued) Agency Program Put pose Program Description Eligibility/Funding Range Website . . • . 1 . . . Contrbubm Deduction,Dividend Income Deduction Interest Deduction,kwestriont , 1 http://www.ildoeo.net/doeo/Print/! Illinois Depotinsel of Commerce 8 Econornict I BOSOM Tax To Credit Jobs Tex Cm*Parlicipabon Loan Program Sales Tax Exerrption,talky 1 idefault.htm?uid={137EAFF8A-CE82- ' "OPPortorlifY Enterprise Zone Programs I Inman ',Tex Exemption I Various/Varies 43 3A-A2AB-5FA1D0F204D3} + I hil2l/www.111inmsolz.m2r1 I ! , , 1 eaus/Energv Recycling/Energy/Ene Illinois Deparbnent of Commerce II Economic' I Housing/Erebonment 1Grants me provided to Minds based nonprofit housing developers to include energy 'Not-for-prod housing developers/Varies by Woking size ray+Efficie ncy/ho us ing energy pro [Opportunity Illinois Energy elided Affordable Housing !al•Capital 'efficient buldng palms folks rehab or new construction of:fordable housing united end type. rargalnrn I . , . ,• Ismail&imams tn dirpir,rasna yin*...ay wary.up I http://www.ddceo.net/dceo/Burea, ,• . Illinois Departrnent of Commerce&Economic 1Conanunity Service Block Grant Low j 'between 20-40%of the entire loan prqed and have a low I us/Community Development/Low+, OPPolOartill 'Program janitors*.Firunctrig 1 This loan program provides Pimping for new or expanding smell businesses. j interest rate of 5%to 7.5%. I ncome+Su pport/ htto://www.dsireusa.oneincentwe• . , ! I • 1 s/incentive.cfm?Incentive Code=IL Illinois DePdOned Of COMM000 and Illinois Incenlves for Renewable Energy iBulklingl Construction A tar exemption pogrom that benefits property WWI itho employ sdoenergy and j 101F&state=1L&CurrentPaltelD=1&R I Economic Opportunity {Systems I-To Incertive other renewable energy system" IConsnercia,industrial,Residential/Varies lE=1SEE=1 • ! • The Economic Development Program(EDP)provides assistame n creating or • expanding highest/a that MI result to support or an economic devekpment acdrity. Funding is miallibe for heelless/1 that we provide direct access to industrial, • ITransporlation- distribution or tourism devakpments and to proieds that would not°Menges be ' I http://www.dot.state.il.us/ed pied a I Illinois Department of Transportation 'Economic Development Program 'Capital feaskle financialy. Local Governments/Up to 50%matching Grant i:html ., • ITrompertation- This grant moron provides funding for ordeals that improve the ability of school aged [Capital and children lo walk and bike to school.These re federal Ws adninistered through • I http://www.dot.il.gov/saferoutes/S, jrnois Department d Transportation 'Safe Routes to School Program j Educational 11001. J MorOolPaktios,Sao*Nan-Frills.Combo/Veries •afeRouresISRPContentaspx 1. • . . The propose of the TARP is to help local government agenda upgrade roads to • accommodate 80,000 pound bode The routes as to provide access to points of . I i"dlngadurkadingId1°facisfarho:duexd imtrePa"d"'mst Tramotaon- ProeMmustonnsot O a Inch ro: adnd a sotetrockroueor Ouch !Local Gelemmerk Agencies 7/830,0001am mile I http://www.dot.state.il.us/tarp.ht Minors Depednent of Transportation 'Truck Access Flouts Program 'Capital igrawator. d5150001ntersection 50%sr$600,000 Widmer is less 4m1 . 1 http:J/wwwdotstate.iI.us/corridor ! . • 1This gent program provides funding fee plaming ordeals that reduce tunic ' . .• Illinois Department of Transportation 'Conidor Planning God Program !gaming 'congestion,preserve open space,and encourage reinvesbnent. IljAuniopalities,Counties,1/P0,RPC/Varies i' nning/corridor era nt.ht m I , ., 1 , . . ' I . . I ' . • ITEP funding lithe following Onive categories: . • Z j . 1.PIOVilliall of facilities for pedestrians and bicycles • 2.Scenic or historic highest,programs • oC —1 • cc. • . • 3.Landscaping and other scenic beautification laa • 4.Historic preservation . CC . . • • 5.Rehabilitation of historic transportation bolding',structures,or facades • • iriC • , Z ' • . 6.Provision of safety and educational activities for pedestrians and bioydists • 4= • . 7.Aomisition of scenic easements and scenic or historic sites , • • I- . imC 8.Preservation of abandoned rakes,corridors for the conversion and use thereof for i t— pedestrian and bicycle trails rd, S Control and removal of outdoor adertising . co to 10.Establishment of transportation numerous ' IX • t I.Environmental mitigation to addieu water polution due to highway runoff or I— cog Infraelnacture- Woo.vehicle-caused MOM mortality while mairdaining habitat connectivky j Local government or stale agony I Vanes-Funds re 1 http://www.dotil.gov/opp/itep.ht . 0 Illinois Department of Trosportation Transportation Enhancemed Program C.apeal 12 Archeological planning and research *located on•elscredonary basis.Average$720,000 iml oxs est e.3 X e-11 LU Prepared and Maintained by the RTA and the Regicnal TOO Working Group Last Updated:2/15/2013 Page I L-) co r Municipal Funding Opportritlas for Transit-Oriwad DwNoprrwr State of Illinois (continued) Agency Program Purpose Program Description Eligibility/Funding Range Website -I a W • Cr 'Unit of foul government Wes statutory authority to provide i z !saes for public lwd,p pups Le.a«N.s, - C Waois DepannenidNaua Resources Illinois Bk.Yde Palh Gar 'Bea Ind-C ILowsips,muaoipdtla,pal districts,conservation !http://d nr.state.iI.us/ocd/newbike2'• --. --- - — ?!o9r?m Capital �T�--- ----- apmwY--- - !.hire • t~is T grant program provides for bite oral construction and renovation..._.- Wrar D.Parbn.nt d Naval RsaouoecRaaaiLorral Trans P 'This Hawn program provides for Lod coaUnuion and renovation 'y http(/dnr.star:e ll.us/ocd(newrtp2. -- ...---- ._ - ---- - _- _. - - funding __.._._- dcoandcoa Of state basic/Vans Fuck re -_1htm eat Program �Trai-C I ..._- ---- -, ac s. N For Profit ad nonprofit businesses./■Wmafch n IhgadtreadiWhokwebilecl carJinoenbveat CD • ■ rnploya/s down payment assistance up to$5,000 f« :sp and C • ;hawshdA waning Wu SW 50prca,t Wn.npon's fl 4:lMwet!ayakkkapo orgront nUdam/i 1 • An employer can leverage a dollar-lor-0dlar march horn the Illinois Housing .Area Arden Insane(AM)«up to$3,000 krhounlaMs Iyldspl.IdcdRbuskg%2OP er: v Illinois Housing Development Author ,' LRead,Illinois:r-rr r Assisted Housing !rousing-Farardrn !Development& onty(HM), ;wni„gb.Ann 50 and BOpercent,Ante 11.dpc .� o0 • Pro)sch eligible for consideration nduda but an not limited to: 'Acquisition and rehabilitation of existing touting Not-forproflb and kr prolit corporations as wan as units of U•hew construction OW*famy and mat lamly) foci government my seek Trust Fund ddrs kdMNud 'Adapt,.reuse d on-mWrrr buildings citizens are not dubs for Trust Fund Madng./The •�. • 'Special haying needs err lbw manta*W,developmentally aided,ski , immerser,arrdhem she Trust Fund laapop+ede inooe Housing Devdoprmnt Authority +FOwirig T r u s t Fund 'Housing l� disabled. families 'typically$754000.Spree=a.generally Wniad to http://ihda.org/developer/trust Fun' ( ranpoflt argantzafbna«ii') lAtid*tgd 4D1o51.5nlWoaharllarxrd,period Id.htm jStinaiaesjob creation aid supports Wade businesses of d shapes and sizes by IBusness must be a for-profit My located in the state of • 'enabling Randal institutions to ohs,b.lorr mraal interest rata on lows to new and IWaoM.Business must genera le now permanent jobs as a ladling businesses that.W generals new/Jobs. Though the Business Great Job jretai d the loan./The Treasurer's prtlopa0nln a loan I CreaonInterest ratereductionprogram,teTreaurer'sOWoeprovides businesses lit egsat to the prq.ct.dpudar.abe,r.li cnest of Ifis Ihttp://www.treasorer.iI.gov/proars Errploymrr- Win the afadatle access to capital needed to grow expand and Jana*create n.whew/obs overly 5 yews onto T,easudsprgclpefin, ims/business-invest/business- 'Wida Slate Treasury --- (Business Invest Job Creation 'Financing and Grant lobs. lop to•maximum 4$10 melon orlon. !invest.aspz The Business Invert Small Business program supports Illinois mi businesses by ,IBusiness neat be efts-profit entity Located in the stale of 'enabling tnadal institutions to der interest rant reductions on biro to sinew and 'Wlne.Business must hen maximum goo annual . 'wiling will businesses For each approved Business invest Stud Business revenues d$3 redoes«q b$5 mhki n i the business is'', projed the Treaters Clive deposits funds at ablowmatret rat destine hand 'located in a lurlormdrri income area l The Ihttp://www.treasurer.il.gov/progra1 ' IEmploymerr- Institution podding the loan to his business.This beiuwvmrk tcost of furds in tun jiaruer'a Oise Tay boor Ow arrest rata on up to$1 Ines/business-invest/business- •Whole Slate Treasury IBusrws Invest Small B-Wws I Fknemng and Grant enables the Mandl Wiliam to ofr a reduced Merest rate on the bu,ne s's Loan, ImWbn par lone ■st.asox Prepared and Maintained by the RTA and the Regional TOO Working Group Last Updated 2/152013 Page Municipal Funding Opportunities for Transit-Oriented Dave cep rent Federal Agency Program Purpose Program Description Eligibility/Funding Range Website ;technical,planning Ewrnmic Adjustment Assistance inastmenb are Wended to enhance a distressed ! i httpsJMww.cfdagov/?s=program&mode=tor ■ lad intraenwue community's ability to compete ecorenicaly by stimulating private investment in 'State,qty,tasty,institution of higher education,bras n-8 tab=step18d4)6288a16987f7dcbbi7a5a Economic Development Administration 'Economic Adjustment Assistance Program 'assistance targeted seas. non Adis,Indian tribes I A d*ig Grad of up to 50% I23d12d99f -- InMided to strengthen economic development planing capacity and establish States,Coss,(ad 011w municipal units),Indian Tribes, hip:INAVw,tederalgranlswire.coMeconomic- comprelwnsive economic development strategies designed to reduce uanpbymsnt Higher Education,NoHa profit/$8000-$750,000 Average ldevelopmentsupoon-tor-planning- IEtnomi Development Administration IEcano is Development Support for Planning'Planig and icrsas scorer, wad$62,000 lorganizations.html -. 11''. 'Business and EDA oversees three tedaical assistance programs(National,Local and University Economic Development Technical ;Developmeri- (Cerier)that promote economic development and den*unemployment, II State,Cities,(other municipalities),higher Education,Not-IhtN:l/wwrofederabranlswire.con economc-', 'lEcoo is Development Administration liAssbtace ;Technical Manlove luidaeniployment,and oul-migraion n distressed regions. ibr Profits/Meeting up 50% I developmenttechnicaFassistance.html • fFinance projects that faster economic development by advancing the green economy I • • • in distressed ommmntW.Supports minds that crest jobs�uugh,and icrease • Abate capital iwrnent in,efforts to kit Sc.nation's dependence on fossil turns, • I http://www.eda.gov/PDF/GCCMIF !Global Climate Change Mitigation Incentive 'Environmental lenience stingy etfcierwy,tub greenhouse yr emission and prated natural l%200nePager External%20 081401 :Economic Development/dmiistralbn 'Fund lCap6al (sysWns. I Stab,Cities,Counties l Vans 1 cif The Planning Program he sermon planing orgarizations,including District hung://www.eda.gov/ImageCache/E; Oga izatbm and Indian Tubes n le development Wpbneniatlon,revision or ' ;npla ement of conprehereNs economic devdapment strategies(CODS),and far • I DAPubiic/documents/pdfdocs2008/I related shot-tom planning i estenb and Stale dens dssi need b teat ad retain i ll3cfrchapter 20iii 2d2006andifr 21 higher-skit higher-verge jobs,patbdady for to unemployed and udasmpbyed in l lepdf/v1/13cfrchapter 20iii 2d20061 ;Economic Development Administration 'Rennin;Program ;Planning the nation's most economic*?distressed regions.(CFDA No.11.302) ;Flaming Organizations I Varies------ j andifr.pdf ---- ----- ff l http://www.eda.gov/ImageCache/E l I I DAPubiic/documents/pdfdocs2008/l • Public Woks end Economic Development kawtrnodt help support Be construction ;13cfrchapter_20i ii_2d2006andifr 2' ;Pubic Woks and Economic Development lMirrtnclus- or rehablialbn of essential pubic ledrasnmiune and facades necessary to generale or lSbt,Cities,(caw maidpai es),Higher Edication,NO-1 epdf/vl/13cfrchapter_20i ii_2d20061 ',Economic Development Administration 'Program ICaptal retain private motor jobs and Matnrnb, lbr Prclthl Matching up 50% landifr.pdf Assessment Reis provide funding for agrant recipient binventory,dhaacialz.. Slats,Local,Tribal governments./lip to$200,000 or 1 http://epa.gov/brownfields/assess l Environmental Protection Agency 'Brownfield*Assessment Grants IBroeIMW-Planing assess,and conduct Manning and community involvement rioted to Bro del sites.'exceptions to grant$350,000 I men ea ns.htm ;Broarileld-Capital Cleanup grads provide funding tor a grad recipient to carry out cleanup activities at l hut.:AMMIn=7 brownfields a ;Environmental Protection Agency 'Biatifelds Cleanup Grants lad Operational broad&sites. (State,Local,treat,non-profit/up to$200,000 Jpolicat.htm _-- _- Z I Revolving lomnterest loan program that provides finds to municipalities and the ' C B owdieldn Revolving Loan Brownfield- private sector for the environmental of Brtatdielde sites.Limited to ;Stet,local,tribal J Cleanup ig Dfi' cleanup governments,land clearance aalenttes, www.epa.gov/swerosps/bf/rlflst.ht ore Environmental Protection Agency Program Firwncig brat/Melds determined to have hazadoos materiels or pose threat t pubic Mach. Iquasl governmental entire/Up to$1,000,000 m C W • • I http://www.fanniemae.com/housing C • Igcommdev/commdev/acf.ihtml?p= = • l Affordable+Housing+%26+Commun I C we ;Housing and I lMunicipalMwt and Commaiiy.bawd bwcial natibaoas tiny+Deve lop ment&s=Community+DI i- lCoimivity-Capital IThisfu!provides financing assistnoe for Musing developments and oomniuniy l and intermediaries that dimly support sRadalte housing levelopment&t=Community+Lendin l H IF antis Mae lAmerican Communities Fund lad operating revitalization efforts. ldevebprrieril I Vats ig s~N ty rx cm O co C C-1 Z C-1 3; -_.10 L1-1 O Pothered and Maintained by the RTA and the Regional TOD Working Group Last Updated 2/15/2013 Page i _ U co en Municipal Funding Opportunities for Transit-Oriented Development Federal (continued) wr Agency Program Purpose Program Description Eligibility/Funding Range Website —a CL. governments,and bibs ponemeremnls are eigLle for TCSP 1 C st rogram ay gImplement of =jalepi which improve the efficiency the transportation! 0 'system,reduce environmental Invade of transportation, • 1— • The Traupablbn,Community,and System Preservation(TCSP)Program provides 'reduce the need for cooly More public Infrastructure H ' funding o a conpeheneive initiative including gaining Fari, ensure MweM access to jobs,services and j • t— I emir grans,and research to kwsstigre and address the relationships between learners of trade,and examine development patterns and 1 W ITranspodadon,Community and System implementation ad transportation,community,and system preservation and to identify prate seder- !identify strategies to encourage paste sector development I http://www.fhwa dot.gov/tcsp/pro gr 'Federal Hlyrwa/Authority Preservation(TCSP)Program ressach bored thrones. patter which actleve Mess gosh. 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I Properly owners at historical properties l20%Tax Crean IPS/tax/incentives/essentials 1.htm _16.0 11-lousing I 1.14 'Business Credit o Energy-Efficient New IEnwimenta- This tan credit benefits oantran*o,s afro oconstructnewenergy<flbhnthomes tat 'Businesses,'Aires,and Governments l Vries depending http://www.energv.gov/taxbreaks. ° i U.S.Department d Energy Homes 'Financing `reduce annual energy consumption by 50%. ice type of structure and type d improvrnan I hum__ •- jEnergy-Eflicienl Commercial Budding 'Bindle,'ConstrwOonlThis tat an is given for the construction of new commercial buildings that reduce iBuskmwa,Utilities,and Governments/Vaiee depending l http://www.energv.gov/taxbreaks.• U.S.Department of Energy 'Deduction (-Tax Credit hind energy and power mnsu rp cn by 50%. pan type ddudas and type diiprarard itm - 'Energy Efficiency Ihtt www.dsireusa.ora/mcentive'1, 'Database of Incentives/Policies for 'Business and Public 'Extensive database of Incentives energy efficiency grants and assistance programs at I Is/index.cfm?re=1&ee=1&spur=0&st ,U.S.Department of Energy jRanewiree&Efficiency nImproemad.Bas stab,federal,and local Muds. (Varies/Vales 0&srp=1&state=IL 'Enhance development o f tome hrs t o pmduwila economic ages through financial ' tt.:/i n l i n= 7 o f f i c e s a'S I e'. I eat of Housing and Urban 'Brownfield'Economic Development Initiative'Financing Ifiarcedwith section 1008 greadeedbac or improve NabiiydpoJod ;CBDG and non CBDG recipients Varies Idi/bfeldfinancecfm t/programslbe 1, 1lCamsniy And Grant provided to municipatities to develop viable urban minors.by ;US Department of Housing and Urban Development pig deoeid housing and auibde Wigenwionends.Primly for low and 'Munidphaes 50k-200k anrdgrags I Formulesel by I http://www.hud.gov/offices/cod/c Development 'Canermiy Development%odt Grail ±Cava'and Financing middle income seas. I HUD Merman need. Ultimata range miss I ommunitydevelopment/programs/!. 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IL The UHfC pagan gives State and local UHTC-allocating agencies the equwalen of • I natty$5 billion M annual budget authority to issue tax credits for the acquisition, I US Department of Housing and Urban I !Housing-Financial rehabllation,or new construction of rental housing targeted to lower-income 'State aid local UHTC•albcatvg agencies!Varies but I http://www.huduser.org/datasets/1 Development (Low Income Housing Tax Credits Assistance households. ipra/eds arebaiflanWy large in melt ----.-- I ihtc.html Deduction of either one-ha of(ORES)in the first year a building is placed In service I http://www.hud.goy/offices/codie US Department d Housing and Umbra 'Renewal Community Commercial 1 oral of(ORE.)on ratable basis over 10 yen i OREe have been allocated to IQualNMd Revitalized expenditures buldkgs I Up to$12 I conomicdeve lop ment/li bra ry/taxgu 'Development 1Re lizatin 'Business-Tax Credit revitalization of a common buiffing located in an RC. 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Pr/thence vall be given to Affordable housing developers and related attic agencies Mualifying wads that meet additional goals.including the redevelopment of HI and jaw choose to pursue LEED for Neighborhood . • (previously developed sites,effort to strengthen the surrounding neighborhoods, Development cerlitication IA cash avid of iAlbrdatle Green Neighborhoods Grail Mousing-Green icormiihnent to engage Pak/ciders in the development process,end the provision of lawmen/it/y.525,000,Mach maybe used I o pursue i http:llwww.usgbc.org/DisplayPage■ us Green Building Councl [Program IBuitilings Orem howling for a range of income WOW 'ILEED-NDortlicsilen and many other extras. 2= 184 + .._•asPx?CMSPagelD - ---- -* . , Two primary aid two secondary focus wen(Primary Focus Areas:Education and , https://www.wachov re.co m/found - • Community Development Secondary Focus Areas:Health and Human Services and ation/v/index.isphugnextoid=7fc71 F [Community Ads and Culture).Their mission is to build Mong and vtirrant communal*ammo 1501(cX3)of the Internal Revenue Co*be located or 10a2090aallOVenVCM1000004b0d1: Wachovia foundation itractiovia Foundation iDevelopinent the quality of life,and make a posters difference where they hare banking institutions.i provide service in Wachovitis markets/Vanes 872RCRD&rytnextfmt=default ... ., i [ [ , Supports programs aid initiatives in low main areas of toop:Education,Mondays • WI-sad Store and Sam's Club Giving Development/Economic OpportuNly,Health&Whiten aid Environment/ i h ttp://wa I ma rtsto res.co m/Comm u Wel-Igen Foundation Proomms 'Various ISustainablity. i Municipalkies,Schoch,NonProlits,Churches/Vales _LnityGiving/8916.aspx , ....,_ — „...._. . . 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