Village of Glenview Plan Commission STAFF REPORT May 13, 2014 TO: Chairman and Plan Commissioners CASE #: P2014-037 FROM: Community Development Department CASE MANAGER: Tony Repp, Planner SUBJECT: Final Site Plan Review and Preliminary Subdivision Approval ACTION REQUESTED: Staff requests consideration of a Plan Commission recommendation to the Board of Trustees. APPLICANT / CONTACT: Natalie McElligott The Architects Partnership 122 S. Michigan Avenue, Ste. 1810 Chicago, IL 60603 Tel: (312) 583-9800 LOCATION: PROJECT NAME: 155 Harlem Avenue ITW OWNER: Rodney Jones Illinois Tool Works 3600 West Lake Avenue Glenview, IL 60026 Tel: (847) 657-4154 PROPOSAL: The applicant, Illinois Tool Works, represented by Natalie McElligott, is requesting approvals to allow for multiple minor site plan modifications to the existing office campus at the northwest corner of the intersection of Golf Road and Waukegan Road. Report Disclaimer: Village staff makes no representations regarding support, endorsement, or the likelihood of approval or disapproval by any Glenview regulatory commission or the Village Board of Trustees.
Site Assessment VILLAGE OF GLENVIEW ZONING: PIN: 10-07-313-017-0000 & 10-07-313-018-0000 Current North East South West Glenview I-1 Limited Commercial District Glenview R-5 Residential District Glenview R-5 Residential District Morton Grove Commercial District Glenview R-18 Residential District / Glenview B-2 General Business District AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY: 2
PICTOMETRIC PHOTOGRAPHY: West Elevation South Elevation 3
Project Summary PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The subject property is currently improved with an office campus that formerly housed a branch of the Kraft Corporation. Illinois Tool Works ( ITW ) is now working towards occupying the property. The existing buildings will house ITW s offices as well as their research and development facilities. The proposed improvements are meant to modernize and bring up to current codes various areas of the existing grounds and buildings. The modifications of the building access points are meant to improve the landscaping and drainage. The applicant is proposing modifications to the existing site plan in the following areas: Area 1 - installation of four (4) new stand-by generators and associated enclosure Area 2 New emergency egress stair to become compliant with current building codes. Area 3 New emergency egress door to become compliant with current building codes. Area 4 Modifications to the seating, landscaping, and paving in the Garden Area. Area 5 Modifications to the seating, landscaping, and paving in the main plaza near the retention pond. Area 6 Modifications to the area around the Fitness Center to improve circulation and drainage. Area 7 New volleyball courts installed in the rear yard as part of ITW Corporate team building exercises. Area 8 Existing guard booth to be removed and a new structure to be built at the north end of the drive aisle to control access to ITW site and future McGrath Audi site. POTENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD IMPACTS: The proposed building addition would be centrally located upon the site which fronts upon Waukegan Road, Golf Road, and Harlem Avenue. At press time, staff had not received any public correspondence regarding the proposed modifications to the site plan. 4
Plan Commission Review FINAL SITE PLAN COMMENTS: The purpose of the Site Plan Review process is to consider the physical conditions of a proposed site plan in a manner which includes basic zoning, subdivision, design, and building regulations. The review process is intended to promote more orderly and harmonious development and to ensure that all codes and ordinances have been met, helping to provide a logical and coordinated review of proposed developments. The proposed plans presented to the Commission addresses the concerns that were raised during staff s preliminary review of the project, which resulted in few substantive staff comments. The following is a summary of issues to consider when evaluating compliance with the Site Plan Review Ordinance Criteria: CIRCULATION The applicant is proposing to demolish the existing guard house at the southern end of the site, which lies within the corporate limits of the Village of Morton Grove, to construct a new guard house structure further north. The modifications would allow for vehicles to enter the proposed McGrath Audi site without gaining access to the ITW campus. As proposed, the new guard house would be located within the corporate limits of the Village of Glenview. The applicant is proposing various modifications to the pedestrian paths in the areas. The Plan Commission should review these changes and confirm that they will not have a negative impact on any pedestrian routes. BUILDING AND STRUCTURE LOCATION In addition to the new guard house, the applicant is proposing the construction of a new structure to house four (4) stand-by generators. This structure has been designed to screen the generator from view and muffle the noise from the generators. Three (3) sand volleyball courts are to be constructed on the east side of the property. The courts will be installed in an area of existing green space. No seating or lighting is going would be installed adjacent to this use and they will be approximately 150.00 feet from Waukegan Road. BUILDING SCALE The applicant has provided elevations for the proposed generator structure and new stairway additions which match the newly proposed screening and the existing building design. The proposed building design shall be subject to review and approval by the Appearance Commission. PARKING LOTS No major modifications to the parking lot design are proposed at this time. The parking lot at the southeast corner of the property (in Morton Grove) has been sold for redevelopment. The applicant will no longer be able to utilize these parking stalls, but based on staff calculations, there should still be sufficient parking on-site. 5
SITE ILLUMINATION The applicant has prepared a preliminary photometric plan. Further information will be needed prior to the final Appearance Commission review of the lighting. LANDSCAPING The applicant is proposing to remove a number of plantings, to be replaced with new plantings added to the various planters in the main plaza and garden area. The applicant is proposing to shield the generator structure with extensive additional plantings to minimize the view of the structure. The landscape plan shall be subject to the review and approval of the Appearance Commission. GRAPHICS AND SIGNAGE The signage for the site will be reviewed as part of a separate application by the Appearance Commission. Appearance Commission approval is required for all proposed exterior signage. Preliminary Subdivision The following is a summary of issues to consider when evaluating compliance with the Subdivision Ordinance: The proposed final site plan will serve as the Preliminary Subdivision plat for the purposes of Preliminary Subdivision Approval. Final Subdivision (or consolidation) of the original lots comprising the development area including any new easements will be required prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy. Detention infrastructure, utilities, and easements may be required through the final subdivision review process of the subject properties comprising the development site. Any requests for waiver of any public improvement or subdivision code requirement shall be considered through Final Subdivision of the subject property by the Plan Commission and Village Board of Trustees. In any instance where a waiver may not be supported, the Village may require installation of the condition, or a covenant agreement obligating the property owner for costs associated with the installation of the condition at a later time. The subdivision will cross the municipal boundary between Morton Grove and Glenview. The approval of said subdivision may require approval from the elected and appointed officials of both municipalities. Staff will consult with the applicant and all affected parties to verify the best manner in which to consolidate the properties. 6
Technical Review COMPLIANCE WITH VILLAGE PLANS: Village Plan Compliance Comments Yes / No / N/A Comprehensive Plan Yes The proposed use is consistent with the Plan. Official Map Yes The proposed use is consistent with the Map. Waukegan Road Corridor Plan Yes No modifications are proposed near the Waukegan Road entrance. Milwaukee Avenue Corridor Plan N/A - Downtown Revitalization Plan N/A - Natural Resources Plan N/A - Bike & Sidewalk Master Plan Yes Sidewalk exists around the portions of the property that are within the Village of Glenview. The Glen Design Guidelines N/A - OFFICE USE STATISTICS: Allowed/Required Proposed Compliance Zoning I-1 I-1 Yes Parcel Size 10.0 acres 40.5 acres Yes Building Height 48.40 62.50 feet Existing Non- Conforming Front Yard Setback 100.0 feet 382.0 feet Yes Side Yard Setback 50.00 feet 184.16 feet Yes Side Yard Setback 50.00 feet 171.48 feet Yes Rear Yard Setback 50.00 feet 629.87 feet Yes Lot Coverage 33.33% 9.5% Yes Loading Berths 4 4 Yes Garbage Enclosure 1 1 Yes 7
PARKING REQUIREMENTS: The applicant has not yet finalized the layout of the Research and Development Building. Once that floor plan has been finalized, staff will evaluate how much square footage is applicable for the parking requirements. If the applicant does not reach an appropriate square footage, a Zoning Variation may be required. The applicant has discussed the layout of the interior generally with staff. The applicant has stated that the floor plan will be designed to house about 500 employees, for which the estimated 1,100 parking stalls should be more than sufficient. PROJECT TIMELINE: A. 04/24/14 Application Submitted B. 05/13/14 Plan Commission Meeting C. 05/28/14 Appearance Commission Meeting D. TBD First Consideration by Board of Trustees E. TBD Second Consideration by Board of Trustees 2014 A B C D E Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 8
REQUIRED APPROVAL(s): The following chart details the necessary required approvals and includes specific descriptions of each regulatory approval, the review criteria, and standards for approval. Each Commissioner has a copy of the appendix and copies for the public are located on the table near the Board Room entrance doors and are available in the Planning Division section of the Village website www.glenview.il.us. Required Regulatory Review A. Annexation B. Annexation with Annexation Agreement C. Comprehensive Plan Amendment D. Official Map Amendment E. Rezoning F. Planned Development G. Conditional Use H. Final Site Plan Review I. Second Curb Cut J. Subdivision (Preliminary, Final, and Waivers) K. Variation(s) (Zoning Board of Appeals) L. Certificate of Appropriateness (Appearance Commission) M. Final Engineering Approval & Outside Agency Permits N. Building Permits O. Building & Engineering Inspections P. Recorded Documents (Development Agreements, Easements, Covenants, etc.) Q. Business License R. Certificate of Occupancy Attachments & Exhibits 1. Sample Motion 2. Petitioner s Application Materials & Exhibits 9
Sample Motion Based upon the petitioner s application materials, testimony, and discussion relating to the petition which together demonstrate compliance with Chapter 98, Article II of the Municipal Code, I move in the case of P2014-037, ITW at 155 Harlem Avenue, that the Plan Commission recommend the Village Board of Trustees grant Final Site Plan approval in accordance with the following: 1. Final Site Plan Review approval is granted for the subject property, in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 54, Article IV of the Village Municipal Code and in compliance with the following: A. Documents prepared by The Architects Partnership and date-stamped 05/09/14: i. Illinois Tool Works Site Plan ii. Area 1: Proposed Generator Enclosure iii. Areas 1 & 2: Proposed Generator and Stair Enclosure iv. Area 2: Proposed Egress Stair v. Area 3: West Elevation with Proposed Egress Doors vi. Area 4: Proposed Garden vii. Area 5: Proposed Plaza, Walkways, and Pond Railing viii. Area 6: Fitness Center Entrance ix. Area 7: Proposed Volleyball Court B. Documents prepared by Gehwalt Hamilton Associates, Inc. titled ITW Corporate Relocation Site Improvements (Sheets 1-32) and dated 04-18-14: C. All materials presented to the Plan Commission on May 13, 2014; and associated revisions required by the Plan Commission. 2. Preliminary Subdivision approval in accordance with the Illinois Tool Works Site Plan prepared by The Architects Partnership and date-stamped 05/09/14. 3. Final Engineering approval through the building permit review process associated with the development site. 4. Appearance Commission review and approval of any proposed building architecture, signage, awnings, site lighting, outdoor furniture, or landscaping plans is needed prior to the issuance of any building permits. 10