Planning & Zoning Commission
Regular MeetingDeKalb, IL · February 16, 2021
Minutes
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MINUTES
CITY OF DEKALB
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
February 16, 2021
The Planning and Zoning Commission held a meeting on February 16, 2021, at the
DeKalb Public Library in the Yusunas Meeting Room located at 309 Oak Street, DeKalb,
Illinois. Chair Maxwell called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
Chair Maxwell stated he wanted to thank everyone for being here tonight. He
mentioned for those attending, the meeting room has been set up to meet the CDC
recommended distancing guidelines and the Executive Order from the Governor.
A. ROLL CALL
Principal Planner Dan Olson called the roll. Planning and Zoning Commission
members present were: Ron Klein, Steve Becker, Trixy O’Flaherty, Jerry Wright,
Bill McMahon, Maria Pena-Graham and Chair Max Maxwell. Principal Planner Dan
Olson was present representing the City of DeKalb.
B. ELECTION OF VICE-CHAIRPERSON
Chair Maxwell requested nominations for the position of Vice Chair of the Planning
and Zoning Commission. Ms. O’Flaherty motioned to nominate Mr. McMahon. Mr.
Klein seconded the motion to nominate Mr. McMahon. There were no other
nominations. The motion to elect Mr. McMahon as Vice Chair of the Planning and
Zoning Commission was approved by unanimous voice vote.
C. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA (Additions/Deletions)
Chair Maxwell requested a motion to approve the February 16, 2021 agenda as
presented. Mr. Klein motioned to approve the agenda as presented. Ms. O’Flaherty
seconded the motion, and the motion was approved by unanimous voice vote.
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. January 19, 2021 – Chair Maxwell requested a motion to approve the January
19, 2021 minutes as presented. Mr. McMahon motioned to approve the minutes
as presented. Mr. Wright seconded the motion, and the motion was approved
by unanimous voice vote.
E. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION (Open Floor to Anyone Wishing to Speak on Record)
None
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F. NEW BUSINESS
1. Public Hearing – A petition by DeKalb Community Unit School District #428
requesting an amendment to the site plan approved by Ordinance 2020-015
which approved a special use permit for a private therapeutic day school on the
subject site located at 900 E. Garden Street (former Chesebro Elementary
School).
Tammy Carson, representing DeKalb CUSD #428, advised they will be moving
a private therapeutic day school, Menta Group, to the former Chesebro School
on the subject site. She stated along with the new tenant, there will be
renovations to the property to include a new circle drive and 10 space parking
lot off E. Garden Street. She mentioned the new parking lot will be primarily
used for DeKalb CUSD #428 staff and Barb Food Mart patrons. Ms. Carson
advised students and employees with the therapeutic day school will be
accessing the property from E. Taylor Street and traffic from E. Garden Street
will be limited.
Principal Planner Dan Olson went through the staff report dated 2-11-21. He
advised the City of DeKalb previously approved a special use permit to allow a
private therapeutic day school on the subject site. He noted the Menta Group
is a non-profit social service organization that serves students with special
needs that require varying levels of therapeutic support. He stated the School
District reached out to Menta Group to open a school in the DeKalb area for
children with disabilities. He mentioned, due to COVID-19, the project was put
on hold since their approval last March. Mr. Olson said the Menta Group is
temporarily operating out of 1600 E. Lincoln Hwy with 8-10 students on site and
25 remotely.
Mr. Olson stated the School District will be adding a one-way access drive and
10-space parking lot off E. Garden Street, but the main access will still be off
E. Taylor Street. He advised all student and bus traffic will be from E. Taylor
Street and the 10-space parking lot off E. Garden Street will be for School
District staff, Barb Food Mart patrons, and visitors.
Mr. Olson mentioned four trees will be removed from the north side of the
subject site to accommodate the parking lot and access drive. He noted along
with the site improvements, the City Engineer advised a new water service line
will be connected to the building and a fire hydrant will be installed southwest
of the school building.
Mr. Olson stated there will be approximately 60-80 students, 25 Menta Staff
members, and five School District staff on site during the week. He noted
operating hours would be Monday-Friday 8:30am to 2:00pm for students and
8:00am to 3:30pm for staff during the months of September through June. He
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added between June-August, the hours will be 8:00am to 12:00pm for students
and 8:00am to 3:30pm for staff.
Mr. Olson mentioned twice a week on Wednesday, Thursday and two Sundays
a month, there will be six to eight Barb Food Mart volunteers at the school who
will park on the south side of the building. He said the Barb Food Mart will be
open once a week on Thursday’s from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM. He stated twice a
week, there will be a box truck delivering food to the Food Mart and will use the
E. Garden Street entrance.
Mr. Olson advised a Citizen Response Form was received from Connie and
Steve Boyden, of 821 Roosevelt Court, indicating they would like to see more
specifics regarding the proposal before making a decision. They had concerns
regarding the new access off E. Garden St. and drainage. Mr. Olson said City
staff contacted the Boyden’s and explained who would be using the access off
Garden Street and noted a stormwater plan has been submitted to provide
proper drainage per City regulations. He noted the Boyden’s were pleased with
the City’s response.
Chair Maxwell gave the public an opportunity to speak.
Frances Clucas, of 405 S 9th Street, advised she had concerns with the new
parking lot in the front. She stated she enjoys walking in the neighborhood and
does not want to see a parking lot there. She added there has never been a lot
of traffic off E. Garden Street and doesn’t know why they need an additional
parking lot. She questioned if the four trees that were being removed will be
replaced.
Tammy Carson advised they received comments from other community
members who had concerns regarding additional street parking on E. Garden
Street when the school opens. She advised the parking lot will keep cars off E.
Garden St., add handicap accessibility to the front of the building, as well as
parking for the Barb Food Mart, School District staff, and visitors. She added,
even prior to this project, the School District was planning on removing trees
on the north side of the lot due to disease.
Ms. Clucas questioned if there will be any green space remaining on the north
side of the property once the access drive and parking lot are added. Ms.
Carson advised there will still be a large amount of green space between and
on both sides of the access drive.
Ms. Clucas asked what happened to the bricks at the old playground (Barbland)
that were dedicated to donators. Ms. Carson advised the playground is owned
and managed by the Park District and they would have overseen the bricks.
She mentioned she would contact the Park District and get back to Ms. Clucas.
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Chair Maxwell gave Commission members an opportunity to speak.
Mr. Wright asked what the relationship is between the therapeutic school and
the School District. Ms. Carson advised they have no vested interest in Menta
Group; however, several DeKalb students are currently bused to their academy
in Aurora. She stated by bringing Menta Group to DeKalb, they can keep their
students in the community. She noted approximately 30-40 DeKalb students
would be attending Menta Group and the property can accommodate
approximately 80 students.
Mr. Wright inquired when the school will open. Ms. Carson advised renovations
will begin on March 8th and continue until July 15th. She stated the school will
look to open in August for students.
Ms. O’Flaherty moved the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend
approval of an amended site plan approved by Ordinance 2020-015 in order to
add an access drive from E. Garden Street, a 10-space parking lot on the north
side of the building and other improvements as shown on the site plans dated
1-19-21 labeled as Exhibit A (3 sheets) prepared by Arc Design Resources,
Inc. and the floor plan/dumpster enclosure plan dated 1-19-21 labeled as
Exhibit B prepared by Richard L. Johnson Architects as provided in the staff
report, and subject to the following conditions:
1. There shall be no student drop-off or bus traffic along the access drive
from E. Garden Street. All school bus and student drop off shall occur along
the south side off the subject site off E. Taylor Street.
2. The petitioner shall re-stripe the parking lot, resurface the sidewalks,
replace the parking lot signage, screen the trash dumpster, provide a new
fire service line and fire hydrant in compliance with the Municipal Code and
as shown on Exhibits A and B.
Mr. Wright seconded the motion.
A roll call vote was taken. Mr. Klein – Yes, Ms. O’Flaherty – Yes, Mr. Becker –
Yes, Mr. Wright - Yes, Mr. McMahon – Yes, Ms. Pena-Graham – Yes, Chair
Maxwell – Yes. Motion Passed 7-0-0.
2. Public Hearing – A petition by Midland Trust Company requesting approval of
a zoning map amendment from the “HI” Heavy Industrial District to the “PD-I”
Planned Development – Industrial District and the First Amendment to the
Planned Development Agreement approved by Ordinance 2019-002 for a
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36.34 acre site located along the north side of Gurler Road, approximately 500
feet east of S. 1st Street.
Jim Planey, owner of the subject site, advised the rezoning will offer more
opportunities for development on the property, including the potential for a solar
garden by SunVest Solar.
Principal Planner Dan Olson went over the staff report dated 2-11-21. He noted
the subject property is split into 3 different lots. He advised City Council passed
Ordinance 2019-002 in 2019 which conditionally approved the rezoning of the
subject site from the “HI” Heavy Industrial District to the “PD-I” Planned
Development Industrial District. He stated the rezoning was contingent upon
the approval of a solar energy generation facility through the State within one
year. He mentioned in January 2020, City council approved a Resolution
granting a one-year extension per the request of the applicant. He added
SunVest Solar did not receive approval in 2020 and the ordinance did not allow
for any further extensions.
Mr. Olson mentioned the Mr. Planey desires to have more flexibility for lots 1
and 2, as the current agreement restricts lots 1 and 2 to a solar energy
generation facility only. He stated the rezoning will allow more development
options for lots 1 and 2, while still allowing a solar facility on any of the three
lots.
Mr. Olson stated the amended development agreement will remove the one-
year time limit for State approval of a solar facility, as well as allow a solar
facility or any permitted or special use in the “HI” District on all three lots. He
advised the preliminary plat and plans approved for the solar facility will remain
valid for two years after approval with the ability for the City Council to grant a
one-year extension.
Mr. Olson noted the City received a comment from Elizabeth Beller,
representing Oak Properties located at 2805 S. 1st St. (west side of S. 1st St.,
across from Harvestore Dr.) indicating support of the rezoning.
Chair Maxwell gave the public an opportunity to speak.
Gary Lothson, owner of the neighboring property to the south, mentioned he
attended the hearing for fact finding purposes and advised the City’s
Comprehensive Plan marked his property as residential and was wondering
how that fits with a neighboring “HI” zoning. Mr. Olson advised the
Comprehensive Plan is being updated in 2021 and would probably be removing
many residential designations including to the south of the subject site.
Chair Maxwell gave the Commission an opportunity to speak.
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Ms. O’Flaherty clarified the petition is mainly for a modification to the agreement
which was already in place and will allow all three parcels to have the solar
garden and the uses and special uses in the “HI” Heavy Industrial District.
Mr. Becker questioned if there is any activity at the State level regarding the
solar garden. Bill French, with SunVest Solar, advised there are discussions
going on at the State and noted the project was part of the Future Energy Jobs
Act, which was successful, but all funding has already been allocated. He
added the Act functioned on a lottery system, and unfortunately their project
wasn’t chosen. He is hopeful the State will pass legislation to amend the Future
Energy Jobs Act or create a similar program.
Mr. Klein moved the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval
of a zoning map amendment from the “HI” Heavy Industrial District to the “PD-
I” Planned Development – Industrial District for the subject site and the
approval of the First Amendment to the Planned Development Agreement
approved by Ordinance 2019-002 as indicted on Exhibit A to the staff report.
Mr. Wright seconded the motion.
A roll call vote was taken. Mr. Klein – Yes, Ms. O’Flaherty – Yes, Mr. Becker –
Yes, Mr. Wright - Yes, Mr. McMahon – Yes, Ms. Pena-Graham – Yes, Chair
Maxwell – Yes. Motion Passed 7-0-0.
G. REPORTS
Mr. Olson advised there are two hearing scheduled for the March 1 st Planning
and Zoning Commission meeting. He stated the first is a special use request
by US Cellular for equipment upgrades at the building at 507 E. Taylor St. He
noted a special use was previously approved by City Council, but work was
never completed. He noted the special use has since expired and they have to
re-apply. He added staff has requested US Cellar add reflective tape to their
equipment, similar to what was done by T-Mobile at the same location. Mr.
Olson said the second hearing involves text amendments by the City to clear
up the language in the TFR and MFR Districts. He noted the amendment will
allow existing properties to apply for a special use if they don’t meet the
minimum lot area requirements.
Finally, Mr. Olson mentioned the next City Council meeting (February 22) will
include discussions on the Nehring Electrical parking lot (1030 E. Locust St.).
He advised there have been several concerns from citizens regarding the truck
and semi traffic along E. Locust St. He noted the project will be up for second
reading during the City Council meeting.
H. ADJOURNMENT
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Mr. McMahon motioned to adjourn, Ms. O’Flaherty seconded the motion, and
the motion was approved by unanimous voice vote. The Planning and Zoning
Commission Meeting adjourned at 6:46 PM.
Agenda
DEKALB PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA
February 16, 2021
6:00 P.M.
DeKalb Public Library
Yusunas Meeting Room
309 Oak Street
DeKalb, Illinois 60115
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING
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A. ROLL CALL
B. ELECTION OF VICE-CHAIRPERSON
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA (Additions or Deletions)
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. January 19, 2021
E. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION (Open Floor to Anyone Wishing to Speak on Record)
F. NEW BUSINESS
1. Public Hearing – A petition by DeKalb Community Unit School District #428 requesting an amendment to the
site plan approved by Ordinance 2020-015 which approved a special use permit for a private therapeutic day
school on the subject site located at 900 E. Garden Street (former Chesebro Elementary School).
2. Public Hearing – A petition by Midland Trust Company requesting approval of a zoning map amendment from
the “HI” Heavy Industrial District to the “PD-I” Planned Development – Industrial District and the First Amendment
to the Planned Development Agreement approved by Ordinance 2019-002 for a 36.34 acre site located along
the north side of Gurler Road, approximately 500 feet east of S. 1st Street.
G. REPORTS
H. ADJOURNMENT
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MINUTES
CITY OF DEKALB
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
January 19, 2021
The Planning and Zoning Commission held a meeting on January 19, 2021, at the DeKalb
Public Library in the Yusunas Meeting Room located at 309 Oak Street, DeKalb, Illinois.
Chair Maxwell called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
Chair Maxwell stated he wanted to thank everyone for being here tonight. He
mentioned for those attending, the meeting room has been set up to meet the CDC
recommended distancing guidelines and the Executive Order from the Governor.
A. ROLL CALL
Principal Planner Dan Olson called the roll. Planning and Zoning Commission
members present were: Ron Klein, Steve Becker, Trixy O’Flaherty, Jerry Wright,
Bill McMahon, Maria Pena-Graham and Chair Max Maxwell. Principal Planner Dan
Olson was present representing the City of DeKalb.
B. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA (Additions/Deletions)
Chair Maxwell requested a motion to approve the January 19, 2021 agenda as
presented. Mr. Klein motioned to approve the agenda as presented. Ms. O’Flaherty
seconded the motion, and the motion was approved by unanimous voice vote.
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. January 4, 2021 – Chair Maxwell requested a motion to approve the January
4, 2021 minutes as presented. Mr. Becker motioned to approve the minutes as
presented. Mr. Wright seconded the motion, and the motion was approved by
unanimous voice vote.
D. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION (Open Floor to Anyone Wishing to Speak on Record)
None
E. NEW BUSINESS
1. Public Hearing – A petition by Goldframe LLC (Facebook) requesting approval
of a Final Plat of Resubdivision, amended Final Plan, and amended
Development Standards to accommodate a ComEd Substation for property
located along the south side of E. Gurler Road, east of Route 23.
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Karl Camillucci, representing Goldframe LLC (Facebook), advised they are
petitioning for approval of a plat of resubdivision, an amendment to the final
development plan and an amendment to the development standards that were
approved with this project last year. He said, fundamentally, the project
proposal has not changed. He mentioned the subject site includes a substation
that will be operated by ComEd, which will deliver electricity to the neighboring
data center.
Mr. Camillucci noted when the project was originally approved, ComEd did not
have specific details regarding the exact size, design, or location of the
substation. He advised the resubdivision will create a new lot, which will be sold
to ComEd for their substation. He stated an access road to the substation will
be added along the southern edge of the Goldframe LLC property to the Crego
Road turnaround.
Mr. Camillucci stated Goldframe LLC requested an amendment to the
development standards regarding setbacks for paved areas and buildings to
accommodate the substation and access road to the substation. He noted only
the access road and substation will be excluded from the setback requirements
established in the original development agreement. Mr. Camillucci said there
were adjacent residents concerned the setback requirements would be
changing for Route 23, which he clarified they would not be.
Principal Planner Dan Olson went through the staff report dated January 14,
2021. He advised the plans between Goldframe LLC and ComEd have been
refined regarding the location and size of the substation. He noted the petitioner
is requesting a resubdivision to create a separate lot for the ComEd substation,
which will be accessed by the Crego Road turnaround. He mentioned this
access will be gated and will not be accessible by the public.
Mr. Olson said the final development plan was adjusted to meet the proposed
resubdivision and substation layout. He stated the petitioner is also requesting
an amendment to the building setback requirements along the south property
line, which is currently 150 feet for buildings. He noted the ComEd property line
will be approximately 25 feet from the south property line and a small utility
building will be approximately 75 feet away. Mr. Olson pointed out the building
setbacks for the data center or any setbacks along Route 23 or Gurler Road
will not be changed.
Mr. Olson stated the City received the following comments from residents that
live on the west side of Route 23, near Gurler Road.
Jim and Dawn Elliott, of 17933 State Route 23, indicated by e-mail concerns
regarding the setback and berm along Route 23. Mr. Olson noted the Elliott’s
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were advised the setback and berm along Route 23 would not be changing
from the original development agreement.
David and Melony Zimmerman, of 17821 State Route 23, noted by e-mail
concerns regarding the setback along Route 23 and utility companies working
on their property. Mr. Olson noted they were advised the setback along Route
23 would not be changing and utility companies/surveyors can conduct
necessary work on their property if it doesn’t cause damage.
Paul Knigge, of 3255 State Route 23, indicated by e-mail concerns of noise
and truck traffic. Mr. Olson responded that Mr. Knigge was advised there will
be truck traffic due to the construction of the Facebook site, but most of the
traffic will be using Peace Road.
Chair Maxwell gave the public an opportunity to speak. There was none.
Chair Maxwell gave Commission members an opportunity to speak.
Jerry Wright questioned if the substation is larger than what was originally
submitted. Mr. Olson advised the substation is approximately the same size or
just slightly larger but moved farther south to accommodate the Facebook
development. Mr. Wright questioned if there will be any other changes with the
project in the future. Mr. Olson advised there could be future changes, but it
would have to go through a public hearing if it’s significant enough. Mr.
Camillucci advised there were no current plans for any additional changes, but
with the size of the project, it is very possible.
Chair Maxwell questioned if the landscaping or aesthetics have changed from
the first time the project was submitted. Mr. Olson responded the general
aesthetics have not changed for the subject site.
Mr. Wright moved the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval
of the Final Plat of Subdivision of DeKalb Subdivision – Phase 2 (3 sheets)
dated 12-21-20 prepared by Jacob and Hefner Associates as shown on Exhibit
A; approval of an amendment to Ordinance 2020-026 regarding the Final Plan
dated 12-28-20 as shown on Exhibit B and an amendment to the Development
Standards in Ordinance 2020-026 as shown on Exhibit C.
Mr. Klein seconded the motion.
A roll call vote was taken. Mr. Klein – Yes, Ms. O’Flaherty – Yes, Mr. Becker –
Yes, Mr. Wright - Yes, Mr. McMahon – Yes, Ms. Pena-Graham – Yes, Chair
Maxwell – Yes. Motion Passed 7-0-0.
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F. REPORTS
Mr. Olson welcomed Maria Pena-Graham to the Commission. Mr. Olson
advised the appointment of a Vice Chair will be on the agenda for the next
Commission meeting.
Mr. Olson stated the special use permit for a parking lot at 1030 E. Locust St.
was approved on first reading during the last City Council meeting. He noted a
few residents came to the meeting to discuss the operations of Nehring
Electrical. He added the City Council voted to bring the petition back for a
second reading on January 25, 2021.
Mr. Olson advised no public hearings were scheduled for the February 1, 2021
meeting and will likely be cancelled. He added the following meeting will be on
Tuesday, February 16 due to President’s Day.
G. ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Becker motioned to adjourn, Mr. Wright seconded the motion, and the
motion was approved by unanimous voice vote. The Planning and Zoning
Commission Meeting adjourned at 6:24 PM.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
February 11, 2021
TO: DeKalb Planning and Zoning Commission
FROM: Dan Olson, Principal Planner
RE: Amend Special Use Permit for a Private Therapeutic Day School (Menta
Group - DeKalb Community Unit School District #428)
I. GENERAL INFORMATION
A. Purpose: Add an access drive, 10-space parking lot to
north side of lot and other improvements
B. Location/Size: 900 E. Garden St./4 acres
C. Petitioner: DeKalb Community Unit School District #428
D. Existing Zoning: “TFR” Two-Family Residential District
E. Existing Land Use: Vacant elementary school with limited storage
area
F. Surrounding Zoning and Land Use: North: “SFR2”; Single-Family Residential
South: “LI”; Single-Family Residential
East: “SFR2” and “TFR”; Park and Single-
Family Residential
West: “SFR2” and “TFR”; Single-Family
Residential and Two-Family
Residential
G. Comprehensive Plan Designation: Institutional
II. BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS
On March 9, 2020 the City Council approved Ordinance 2020-015 which approved a
special use permit for a private therapeutic day school (The Menta Group) at the former
Chesebro Elementary School at 900 E. Garden St. DeKalb Community Unit School
District #428 is proposing to amend the site plan approved with the special use to add a
one-way access drive and 10-space parking lot to the north side of lot and other
improvements. The site plan attached to the special use permit from last March did not
show an access drive or parking area along the north side of the site (E. Garden St.), so
an amendment and public hearing was required. The Menta Group is a non-profit social
service organization that serves students with special needs that require varying levels of
therapeutic support. The School District reached out to The Menta Group to open a school
in the DeKalb area for children with disabilities. The therapeutic day school in the building
will allow the School District to have their students closer to home. Due to COVID-19 the
project was put on hold since their approval last March. Menta is temporarily using a 3,500
sq. ft. tenant space at 1600 E. Lincoln Hwy. (Pen’s Point Market) for 8-10 students in
person and 25 remotely.
The former Chesebro School has been closed since 2011 and has been used for storage
purposes by the School District since then. The Menta Group will lease the building from
the School District and occupy approximately 80% of the building, with the remaining
space used for storage, the Barb Food Mart, and space for up to five School District staff
members. A new roof was added to the building last summer and interior improvements
are planned to accommodate the therapeutic programs. Ordinance 2020-015 contained
conditions that required the school to re-stripe the parking lot, resurface the sidewalks,
replace the parking lot signage and provide an enclosure around the trash dumpster. The
applicant will be performing these improvements and additional ones and have provided
plans showing the proposed work. Planned exterior improvements include adding a one-
way access drive and 10 parking spaces on the north side of the lot. The 10 spaces will
be angle parking and will include one handicap space. Entrance to the doors on the north
side of the building will be secured. An eight-foot-wide walkway will be added along the
one-way drive. A total of four (4) trees will be removed on the north side of the lot to
accommodate the access drive and parking lot with 11 trees being saved in this area. For
the area south of the building, planned improvements include resurfacing and restriping
the parking lot, resurfacing the sidewalk around the west side of the building, adding a
new trash dumpster enclosure and replacing parking lot signage. In addition, a new fire
service line will be connected to the building and a fire hydrant will be installed just to the
southwest of the school. Construction would start as early as March 1 with an anticipated
end date of mid-July. The therapeutic programs by The Menta Group would start shortly
thereafter.
The Menta Group will serve approximately 60-80 students in the facility in grades K-12.
There will be about 25 Menta staff members in the building during operating hours.
Operating hours will be Monday-Friday 8:30 am to 2:00 pm for students and 8:00 am to
3:30 pm for staff during the months of September through June. For the summer months,
June-August, the hours will be 8:00 am to 12:00 pm for the students and 8:00 am to 3:30
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pm for staff. There may be some occasional after-hours activities, however they should
not last past 8:00 pm.
The School District provided a brief traffic impact analysis, which is included in the
Commission’s background material. One a daily basis, there will be five (5) School District
employees working at the school who will park on the north side of the building. Twice a
week on Wednesday, Thursday and two Sundays a month, there will be six (6) to eight
(8) Food Mart volunteers at the school who will park on the south side of the building. The
Barb Food Mart will be open once a week on Thursday’s from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM. It’s
anticipated most volunteers and shoppers will use the parking lot off E. Taylor St.,
however some patrons may use the north parking area. Twice a week, there will be a box
truck delivering food to the Food Mart and will use the E. Garden St. entrance. Randomly
throughout the week, there will be School District and Menta Group visitors who may use
both entrances. Traffic will be very limited on the weekends. There will be no student
drop-off or bus traffic along the access drive from E. Garden St. All school buses and
student drop off will occur along the south side off the lot off E. Taylor St.
III. PUBLIC INPUT
The City received a Citizen Response Form from Connie and Steve Boyden of 821
Roosevelt Ct. indicting they would like to see more specifics regarding the proposal before
making a decision. They had concerns regarding the new access off E. Garden St. and
drainage. City staff contacted the Boyden’s and explained who would be using the access
off Garden St. and noted a stormwater plan has been submitted to provide proper
drainage for the parking lot/access drive per the City’s regulations. The Boyden’s were
pleased with the response. A copy of the Form is provided in the Commission’s back up
material.
IV. RECOMMENDATION
Sample Motion:
Based on the submitted petition and testimony presented, I move the Planning and
Zoning Commission recommend to the City Council approval of an amended site plan
approved by Ordinance 2020-015 in order to add an access drive from E. Garden St., a
10-space parking lot on the north side of the building and other improvements as shown
on the site plans dated 1-19-21 labeled as Exhibit A (3 sheets) prepared by Arc Design
Resources, Inc. and the floor plan/dumpster enclosure plan dated 1-19-21 labeled as
Exhibit B prepared by Richard L. Johnson Architects as provided in the staff report, and
subject to the following conditions:
1. There shall be no student drop-off or bus traffic along the access drive from E.
Garden St. All school bus and student drop off shall occur along the south side
off the subject site off E. Taylor St.
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2. The petitioner shall re-stripe the parking lot, resurface the sidewalks, replace
the parking lot signage, screen the trash dumpster, provide a new fire service
line and fire hydrant in compliance with the Municipal Code and as shown on
Exhibits A and B.
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881
SF 1.02
APPROXIMATE LOCATION
OF NEW WATER SERVICE.
RE: MECH. PLANS
882
882
6
883 88
885
884
d 885
She
DEKALB CUSD #428
884 885
INV 2" pvc (On Building) 6
88 886
3 IE = 885.43
88
882 886
H H T
RENOVATION WORK AT
1.03
ET
884
LEGEND
G 886
SEE SITE PLAN SET FOR EXISTING SYMBOLS
3
88
PROPERTY LINE
881 886
88
886 1.03
E. GARDEN STREET
LIMITS OF DISTURBANCE 5
882 883 884
PERMANENT STORM SEWER FLOWING TO THE LEFT. SEE SITE
DRAINAGE PLAN FOR PERMANENT STORM SEWER INFORMATION
887
800 PROPOSED CONTOUR LINE
CHESEBRO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR DEKALB, ILLINOIS
EXISTING CONTOUR LINE YL
PROPOSED CURB AND GUTTER
PROPOSED CATCH BASIN OR MANHOLE
DIRECTION OF OVERLAND FLOOD ROUTE
DIRECTION OF OVERLAND FLOW AND SLOPE
TURF AREA
882
1.03
X.XX SEE SPECIFIC KEY NOTE ON THIS SHEET
881
RICHARD L. JOHNSON ASSOCIATES ARCHITECTS
EROSION DETAILS (SEE SWPPP DETAILS SHEET FOR ITEMS BELOW) 886
887
883 886
882 1.03
TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE 88
886
D 1.01
1.03 5
SWPPP INFORMATION
881 SIGN
Storm Manhole
Rim = 879.93 1.02 SF TEMPORARY SILT FENCE
Top of Water = 872.68 SUGGESTED CONCRETE
E. T
Inv = 872.03 (NE 12" rcp) WASHOUT AREA
880
1.03 IP INLET PROTECTION PER STRUCTURE TYPE
Inv = 872.03 (SE 12" rcp)
Inv = 872.03 (W 12" rcp) WO
1.01
O
AYL
SHORT TERM SLOPE EROSION CONTROL BLANKET
1.04 BLS
879
TRE
887
7
886 88
D
RS
1.03
Storm Main Location
(Assumed)
ET Storm Manhole
887
Rim = 898.79
Inv = 872.69 (N,SW 12" rcp)
Bottom = 872.34
EROSION CONTROL REFERENCE NOTES 1.03
SEE CONSTRUCTION EXIT DETAIL IL-630 FROM THE ILLINOIS URBAN MANUAL (THIS DETAIL AND
1.01 OTHERS CAN BE FOUND IN THE SWPPP BINDER FOR THIS SITE). THE CONSTRUCTION EXIT SHALL BE
A MINIMUM OF 24' IN WIDTH AND 50' FEET IN LENGTH FROM EXISTING PAVED SURFACE. ALL
CONSTRUCTION TRAFFIC MUST UTILIZE CONSTRUCTION EXITS PER DETAIL TO ACCESS THE PUBLIC
AREA OF DISTURBANCE = 2.04 AC
ROAD. DURING CONSTRUCTION, THE CONSTRUCTION EXITS MAY BE SHIFTED AT THE
CONTRACTOR'S DISCRETION TO FACILITATE GRADING OPERATION. EXIT MUST TERMINATE AT
EXISTING PAVED SURFACE. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ENSURING THAT THE 1.03
RUNOFF FROM THE CONSTRUCTION EXIT IS DIRECTED BACK TOWARD THE SITE OR THAT THE
RUNOFF IS CLEAR OF SEDIMENT.
D
THE CONTRACTOR MAY PERMANENTLY REMOVE ANY PORTION OF THE PERIMETER SILT FENCE AFTER
1.02
ESTABLISHMENT OF FINAL GRADE AND/OR FINAL STABILIZATION RENDERS THE RESPECTIVE
PORTION OF THE PERIMETER SILT FENCE UPSTREAM OF A DISTURBANCE AND/OR INEFFECTIVE AS A
BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICE. ANY SUCH REMOVAL SHALL BE NOTED ON THE SWPPP SITE MAPS SF 1.02
ALONG WITH UPSTREAM STABILIZATION AND GRADING CONDITIONS.
SWPPP SITE MAP
NO STRUCTURE SHALL BE ALLOWED TO BE PROTECTED WITH ANY MEASURE OTHER THAN THOSE
1.03 DETAILED IN THIS SWPPP SITE MAP FOR MORE THAN 48 HOURS OR IF RAIN IS IMMINENT.
STRUCTURES THAT WILL NOT RECEIVE A CASTING WITHIN 48 HOURS OF INSTALLATION SHALL Catch Basin
SHEET IDENTIFICATION
RECEIVE INLET PROTECTION. UPON INSTALLATION OF THE GRATE, INLET PROTECTION SHALL BE Rim = 876.02
INSTALLED RESPECTIVE TO THE TYPE OF GRATE. STRUCTURES WITH CLOSED LIDS WILL NOT Inv = xxx.xx (NW 12" rcp)(Assumed)
REQUIRE PROTECTION FOLLOWING INSTALLATION OF LID. CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTE TIME Inv = 872.48 (E 12" clay)
STRUCTURE INSTALLATION (AND PROTECTION INSTALLATION, INCLUDING TYPES OF PROTECTION) Inv = 872.32 (S 18" rcp)
ARE EMPLOYED. WHENEVER PIPE INSTALLATION IS HALTED FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS OR WHEN Shelf on N side = 873.52
RAIN IS IMMINENT, THE OPEN END SHALL BE PROTECTED WITH A TEMPORARY BULK HEAD. A 3/4"
SHEET OF PLYWOOD THAT EXTENDS 6" BEYOND THE OUTSIDE DIAMETER OF THE PIPE SHALL BE
PLACED AGAINST THE EXPOSED PIPE END. GRAVEL SHALL BE PLACED AGAINST THE PLYWOOD IN
SUFFICIENT QUANTITY SO AS TO ENSURE THE TIGHTEST POSSIBLE SEAL. THE TRENCH SHALL BE
DEWATERED PRIOR TO REMOVING THE BULKHEAD. N O R T H
SHORT TERM EROSION CONTROL FABRIC NAG SC150 SHALL BE APPLIED TO ALL SLOPES 4:1 OR
1.04 STEEPER THAN 4:1 PRIOR TO PERMANENT SEEDING. FOLLOW MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS FOR 0 20' 30' 40'
INSTALLATION. CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTE ALL AREAS WHERE NAG SC150 HAS BEEN INSTALLED
RELATIVE TO ASBUILT GRADES AND FURNISH THESE BOUNDARIES TO THE CIVIL ENGINEER UPON
REQUEST. PERMANENT SEEDING SHOULD BE PLANTED AS SOON AS IT IS PRACTICAL TO ENSURE
PROPER GERMINATION PRIOR TO TERMINATION OF PERMIT COVERAGE. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL
PLANT PERMANENT SEEDING AS SPECIFIED ON THE LANDSCAPING PLAN AS SOON AS FINAL BASIN
GRADES ARE ESTABLISHED AS SPECIFIED ON THE GRADING PLAN. SEE SITE LANDSCAPING PLAN SEQUENCE OF CONSTRUCTION
FOR EXACT GROUND COVER TYPE AND LOCATION.
1. PLACE SWPPP BOX ON SITE. SWPPP BOX SHALL CONTAIN A COPY OF THE LETTER OF COVERAGE
OFFSITE UTILITY TRENCHING SPOILS MUST BE TREATED AS STOCKPILES FOR SWPPP PURPOSES. AND ILLINOIS GENERAL PERMIT. SWPPP BOX SHALL CONSIST OF LARGE MAILBOX WITH THE
1.05 BMP'S MUST PROTECT THE SIDE OF THE SPOIL STOCKPILE THAT IS FARTHEST AWAY FROM THE LETTERS “SWPPP” ON THE SIDES. MAILBOX SHALL BY SUPPORTED BY A 4"X4" POST IN A
TRENCH. INTERMEDIATE BMP'S SHALL BE LOCATED IN THE FIELD TO PREVENT DOWNSTREAM 5-GALLON BUCKET OF CONCRETE, TO ALLOW THE BOX TO BE PORTABLE AND REUSABLE.
SEDIMENT RUNOFF. NO MORE THAN 100 LF OF TRENCH MAY REMAIN OPEN AT ANY ONE TIME. 2. PREPARE TEMPORARY PARKING AND STORAGE AREA. UPON IMPLEMENTATION AND INSTALLATION
January 19, 2021
CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR RESTORING GRADE AND VEGETATION THROUGHOUT THE OF THE FOLLOWING AREAS:TRAILER, PARKING, LAY DOWN, PORTA-POTTY, WHEEL WASH,
DISTURBED AREA. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL ENSURE THAT THE OFFSITE WORK ZONES POSE NO CONCRETE WASHOUT, MASONS AREA, FUEL AND MATERIAL STORAGE CONTAINERS, ETC., DENOTE
PROJECT INFORMATION
PUBLIC SAFETY HAZARDS. THEM ON THE SITE MAPS IMMEDIATELY AND NOTE ANY CHANGES IN THE LOCATIONS AS THEY
OCCUR THROUGHOUT THE CONSTRUCTION PROCESS.
3. CONSTRUCT THE SILT FENCES ON THE SITE. INSTALL INLET PROTECTION DEVICES IN EXISTING
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STRUCTURES.
1.03 4. TEMPORARILY SEED, THROUGHOUT CONSTRUCTION, DENUDED AREAS THAT WILL BE INACTIVE
FOR 14 DAYS OR MORE.
5. INSTALL STORM SEWERS. INSTALL INLET PROTECTION CONCURRENTLY.
6. PERMANENTLY STABILIZE AREAS TO BE VEGETATED AS THEY ARE BROUGHT TO FINAL GRADE.
7. PREPARE AREA OF SITE FOR PAVING FOR PARKING AREAS.
Rev. Date
8. PAVE AREA OF SITE.
9. COMPLETE GRADING AND INSTALLATION OF PERMANENT STABILIZATION OVER ALL AREAS.
10. REMOVE ALL TEMPORARY EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL DEVICES (ONLY IF SITE IS
Date
STABILIZED.)
5291 ZENITH PARKWAY
LOVES PARK, IL 61111
VOICE: (815) 484-4300
FAX: (815) 484-4303 SHEET NUMBER
www.arcdesign.com
Design Firm License No. 184-001334 C2
OF
C11
884
883 STORAGE B 3
882
A BOYS GIRLS
H H T
A102
H H T
152
W1
EXHIBIT A
APPROXIMATE LOCATION OF 6" FIRE SERVICE
EXISTING WATER MAIN AND NEW STOOP CORR W1
WATER SERVICE. CONTRACTOR CONNECT TO EXISTING 6" WATER MAIN RE: ARCH PLANS KITCHEN STORAGE STORAGE STORAGE CORR
CUSTODIAL
SHALL FIELD VERIFY LOCATION. WITH 6"x6" WET TAP WITH SMITH
RECEIVING
BLAIR STAINLESS STEEL TAPPING
SLEEVE AND 6" VALVE AND BOX
FIRE SERVICE ENTRY
RE: ARCH/MEP PLANS CORR
CHESEBRO
CUBBY
PRAC
CLASSROOM
APPROXIMATE LOCATION OF
EXISTING SANITARY SEWER
(2) EXISTING 12" PINE
TREES TO BE REMOVED
CONTRACTOR SHALL MAINTAIN 18" OF
VERTICAL SEPARATION FROM THE 5'-0"
CORRIDOR
DUMPSTER ENCLOSURE ELEMENTARY
WMN
STOR
SERVICE. CONTRACTOR
SHALL FIELD VERIFY CHESEBRO EXISTING SANITARY SEWER. WATER
3'-4"
RE: ARCH PLANS GYMNASIUM
SCHOOL
881
5'-0"
149 STORAGE STORAGE
MAIN QUALITY CASING PIPE SHALL BE 8" PCC CONCRETE MEN STOR
LOCATION AND DEPTH.
ELEMENTARY REQUIRED IF THE WATER PASSES
UNDER THE SANITARY SEWER. (TYP.)
3'-4" 4'-4"
151 OVER 4" AGGREGATE
BASE COURSE, TYPE B
ET
G EXISTING CONCRETE
WALL TO BE REMOVED
SCHOOL EXPANSION JOINT TO BE CONSTRUCTED
ALONG EDGE OF EXISTING CONCRETE,
PCC SIDEWALK
ET
G 12' PCC SIDEWALK
W2
G INSTALL (2) #4 DOWELS TO LIMIT G 6" BARRIER CURB
EXISTING STOOP TO REMAIN 6" FIRE EXPANSION JOINT TO BE CONSTRUCTED
Sanitary Manhole DIFFERENTIAL SETTLEMENT
HYDRANT ALONG EDGE OF EXISTING CONCRETE, CORR CLASSROOM
Rim = 879.63 LEAD 22' INSTALL #4 DOWELS @ 30" C-C TO LIMIT
Inv = 875.53 (NE 4" pvc (Inside 6" Clay))
DIFFERENTIAL SETTLEMENT (TYP.)
Inv = 875.41 (E 6" clay) d
Inv = 875.18 (W 8" clay) She 884 9.6'
S S 165 g
han
V E LT V E LT 22.5' Ov
er
DEKALB CUSD #428
EXISTING SHED TO BE
SE T SE T
CORR
REMOVED AND RELOCATED BY
O O R5'
168
RO OUR RO OUR
OWNER. CONTRACTOR TO 7' 8' 171
STOR. STOR.
COORDINATE WITH OWNER. 883 166
C C 8'
R5' (TYP.)
8' 8'
7'
8' 10.2'
RENOVATION WORK AT
18'
FIRE HYDRANT ADA RAMP R50'
ADA RAMP
ASSEMBLY COMPLETE
MULTI-PURPOSE
8" SOLID YELLOW 912 PROGRAM
24' 37'
PAINTED PAVEMENT
THICKENED EDGE
14' MARKING 24
EXISTING HMA PAVEMENT TO PCC SIDEWALK '
BE REMOVED. AGGREGATE
R5'
EXISTING CONCRETE BASE TO REMAIN. EXISTING CONCRETE
SIDEWALK TO BE REMOVED 882 SIDEWALK TO BE REMOVED 12.7'
CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR R26'
PROVIDING ALL NECESSARY BENDS, TEES, 7'
CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR FITTING, ETC. AS NECESSARY FOR WATER
HIRING A PRIVATE LOCATED AS NECESSARY SERVICE/LEAD INSTALLATION AND
FOR LOCATING ALL EXISTING UTILITIES CONNECTIONS R3' 5'
R76'
LOCATED WITHIN THE PROJECT LIMITS.
881
8'
880
CHESEBRO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR
880 1.5" HMA SURFACE COURSE, MIX C, N50
R10'
DEKALB, ILLINOIS
ADA SIGN ON
2.5" HMA BINDER COURSE, IL 19.0, N50
BOLLARD (TYP)
SUPPLEMENT AGGREGATE BASE AS NECESSARY ADA RAMP
D D
881
G AC AC
tial
G
s idene
Re om
H
0
EXISTING HMA PAVEMENT TO 88
BE CRACK FILLED, SEAL
D D
11 12 12 9
RICHARD L. JOHNSON ASSOCIATES ARCHITECTS
COATED, AND RE-STRIPED
CRACK FILL, SEAL COAT, AND
RE-STRIP EXISTING HMA PAVEMENT
9'
(TYP)
T HMA PAVEMENT PATCH T 24' 38' 24' 38' 24'
(5' X 60')
HMA PAVEMENT PATCH
(5' X 60')
4'
30.
SOUTH REMOVAL & LAYOUT PLAN
DESCRIPTION ELEVATION (USGS)
BENCHMARK 1
EXISTING HMA PAVEMENT TO
CHISELED SQUARE ON NE CORNER
BE REMOVED. AGGREGATE
CONCRETE SIGN BASE BASE TO REMAIN.
BENCHMARK 2
TOP BOLT BY THE "W" IN "W192"
(LOCATED APPROX. 340' EAST OF BM 1)
R E ET E ET
TR
SHEET IDENTIFICATION
N O R T H
R ST N O R T H
R S
O
TA YL
A YLO
E. T
0 20' 30' 40' 0 20' 30' 40'
E .
SOUTH REMOVAL PLAN SOUTH LAYOUT PLAN
FIRE HYDRANT ASSEMBLY
LAYOUT NOTES
NOT TO SCALE
TWO (2) - 2 1/2" STEAMER PORTS 1. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL FIELD VERIFY THE ELEVATIONS OF THE BENCHMARKS PRIOR
W/NATIONAL STANDARD THREADS EXISTING WATER MAIN EXISTING CONCRETE SIDEWALK TO BE REMOVED EXISTING LOT LINE TO COMMENCING WORK. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL ALSO FIELD VERIFY LOCATION AND
ELEVATION OF EXISTING PIPE INVERTS, FLOOR ELEVATIONS, CURB OR PAVEMENT
EXISTING SANITARY SEWER WHERE MATCHING INTO EXISTING WORK. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL FIELD VERIFY
AREA TO BE CORED OUT FOR PAVEMENT/SIDEWALK PROPOSED CURB AND GUTTER HORIZONTAL CONTROL BY REFERENCING SHOWN COORDINATES TO KNOWN PROPERTY
January 19, 2021
EXISTING STORM SEWER LINES. NOTIFY ENGINEER OF DISCREPANCIES IN EITHER VERTICAL OR HORIZONTAL
BREAKAWAY HOT MIX ASPHALT PAVEMENT, 4" CONTROL PRIOR TO PROCEEDING WITH WORK.
PROJECT INFORMATION
FLANGE EXISTING GAS MAIN AGGREGATE BASE COURSE, TYPE B, 10"
EXISTING STRIPING
FINISHED GRADE 2. SIGN CONSTRUCTION AND PAVEMENT MARKINGS SHALL CONFORM TO THE
EXISTING OVERHEAD UTILITY LINE REQUIREMENTS OF THE MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES, CURRENT
PCC PAVEMENT, 7"
EDITION.
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TYLER UNION VALVE BOX EXISTING FENCE EXISTING SIGN AGGREGATE BASE COURSE, TYPE B, 6"
NOTE:
HYDRANT SHALL BE WITH LID (TOP SECTION) 3. ALL RADII ARE DIMENSIONED TO THE BACK OF CURB, OR EDGE OF PAVEMENT WHEN
CITY OF DEKALB SET TO GRADE (OVER
EXISTING FIRE HYDRANT ASSEMBLY E EXISTING ELECTRIC PEDESTAL/TRANSFORMER PCC SIDEWALK, 5" CURB IS NOT PRESENT.
Rev. Date January 28, 2021
STANDARD. VERIFY TYLER UNION 6500 SERIES AGGREGATE BASE COURSE, TYPE B, 4"
MAKE, MODEL AND SERVICE BOX TOP WITH 4. SOME FIELD ADJUSTMENTS MAY BE NECESSARY AT POINTS WHERE PROPOSED
COLOR UPON LID) EXISTING WATER VALVE T EXISTING TELEPHONE PEDESTAL PAVEMENT, CURB AND SIDEWALKS MEET EXISTING PAVEMENT, CURB AND SIDEWALKS.
ORDERING 3/4" CRUSHED REVIEW ANY REQUIRED CHANGES WITH ENGINEER PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION OF
MATERIAL. STONE D EXISTING MANHOLE OR CATCH BASIN PROPOSED STRIPING WORK.
20"
Date
S EXISTING TREE TO BE REMOVED (SIZE SHOWN) 5. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR PREPARATION, COORDINATION AND
EXISTING SANITARY MANHOLE 5291 ZENITH PARKWAY
OBTAINING APPROVAL OF A TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PLAN IF CLOSURES OF LANES LOVES PARK, IL 61111
NUMBER OF PROPOSED PARKING SPACES
20 EXCEED THE CRITERIA ESTABLISHED BY IDOT.
PAINTED YELLOW STRIPES VOICE: (815) 484-4300
EXISTING LIGHT POLE FAX: (815) 484-4303 SHEET NUMBER
CONCRETE BLOCK AT
EXISTING TREE
BOTTOM, BACK, AND
EXISTING UTILITY POLE W/ GUY WIRE BENCHMARK www.arcdesign.com
SIDES TO HOLD
HYDRANT SOLID AND Design Firm License No. 184-001334 C4
VERTICAL EXISTING HANDHOLE
UNDISTURBED
PROPOSED SIGN OF
EARTH SURFACE SAVE EXISTING TREE &
EXISTING CONCRETE CURB AND GUTTER TO BE REMOVED PERFORM
ROOT PRUNING
C11
EXISTING CONCRETE CURB AND GUTTER TO REMAIN
EXHIBIT A
EXISTING CURB & GUTTER AND
HMA PAVEMENT TO BE REMOVED
E. GARDEN STREET EXISTING CURB & GUTTER AND
NEW GUTTER ABUTS PCC
PAVEMENT ON INBOUND DRIVE E. GARDEN STREET GARDEN STREET PATCH @
EXIT DRIVE (SEE DETAIL)
HMA PAVEMENT TO BE REMOVED
M-6.12 CONCRETE CURB M-6.12 CONCRETE CURB
33' 48' 887 AND GUTTER WITHIN R.O.W. AND GUTTER WITHIN R.O.W.
48.1'
2'
1' STUB (TYP)
6" R15' R15'
42.7' 887 EXISTING SIDEWALK EXPANSION JOINT TO BE CONSTRUCTED ALONG EDGE OF EXISTING R15'
EXISTING SIDEWALK R15'
TO BE REMOVED TO BE REMOVED CONCRETE, INSTALL (2) #4 DOWELS TO LIMIT DIFFERENTIAL SETTLEMENT
EXISTING SIDEWALK 37.6'
TO BE REMOVED
BM 1 887 BM 1
DEKALB CUSD #428
TRANSITION CURB HEAD TRANSITION CURB HEAD
FROM 6" @ R.O.W. TO 4" FROM 6" @ R.O.W. TO 4"
ON SITE OVER 3' ON SITE OVER 3'
24"
7" PCC THROUGH DRIVEWAY
7" PCC THROUGH DRIVEWAY
16"
RENOVATION WORK AT
THRU DIRECTIONAL
ARROW (TYP)
e
Pin
16"
8' 17' 17' 8'
THICKENED EDGE
PCC SIDEWALK
ADA SIGN
88
7 THICKENED EDGE
M-6.12 CONCRETE CURB
PCC SIDEWALK
AND GUTTER (TYP)
CHESEBRO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR
SAVE TREES - PERFORM ROOT
DEKALB, ILLINOIS
PRUNING ON WEST SIDE OF
TRUNKS WHERE NEW SIDEWALK
9 60
WILL CONFLICT. (T ' 11
YP °
EXISTING FLAG LIGHT ) 10 '
TO BE SALVAGED. 21.5' 5'
FOUNDATION TO BE
88 REMOVED.
6 R10' R10'
2 @ 12" R3'
EXISTING TREE TO R3'
BE REMOVED (TYP)
PAVEMENT MARKING,
4" YELLOW
R25'
REMOVE PCC FLUME R25' 24' STANDARD DUTY
60" PAVEMENT MARKING, HMA PAVEMENT
4" WHITE
REMOVE SIDEWALK AROUND
POLE BUT SAVE FOUNDATION. YL R33' 6' 8' 6' R33'
88
RICHARD L. JOHNSON
FLAG POLE TO REMAIN AND BE
ASSOCIATES ARCHITECTS
5 R10' R33'
PROTECTED DURING 8' 8'
CONSTRUCTION R5'
FP
EXISTING SIDEWALK R5' FP R5'
TO BE REMOVED R10'
EXISTING
EXISTING BUSH FLAG POLE 5'
6 DETECTABLE PCC SIDEWALK
TO BE REMOVED 88
WARNING (TYP)
20'
8'
EXPANSION JOINT TO BE CONSTRUCTED
ALONG EDGE OF EXISTING CONCRETE,
101A
INSTALL (2) #4 DOWELS TO LIMIT
VEST CLASSROOM CLASSROOM
OFFICE OFFICE DIFFERENTIAL SETTLEMENT
EXPANSION JOINT TO BE CONSTRUCTED
886 101B
5 ALONG EDGE OF
TLT EXISTING
TLT CONCRETE,
11
INSTALL #4 DOWELS @ 30" C-C TO LIMIT
DIFFERENTIAL SETTLEMENT
117 106 107
RECEPTION
120
CHESEBRO GIRLS BOYS
CHESEBRO
CORR
OFFICE
108
ELEMENTARY PCC SIDEWALK ELEMENTARY POD
EXISTING HMA PAVEMENT
885 TO BE REMOVED SCHOOL WMN CUST
SCHOOL 116
CLASSROOM
CLASSROOM
124 CORRIDOR CORRIDOR
127
4 STORAGE
135
A102
2
CLASSROOM CLASSROOM
A102
RAMP
NORTH REMOVAL & LAYOUT PLAN
3 CORRIDOR
O A102 O
OR OR
ESEB E SEB
CH CH
N O R T H N O R T H
0 20' 30' 40' 0 20' 30' 40'
SHEET IDENTIFICATION
NORTH REMOVAL PLAN NORTH LAYOUT PLAN
LAYOUT NOTES
1. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL FIELD VERIFY THE ELEVATIONS OF THE BENCHMARKS PRIOR
EXISTING WATER MAIN EXISTING CONCRETE SIDEWALK TO BE REMOVED EXISTING LOT LINE TO COMMENCING WORK. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL ALSO FIELD VERIFY LOCATION AND
ELEVATION OF EXISTING PIPE INVERTS, FLOOR ELEVATIONS, CURB OR PAVEMENT
EXISTING SANITARY SEWER WHERE MATCHING INTO EXISTING WORK. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL FIELD VERIFY
AREA TO BE CORED OUT FOR PAVEMENT/SIDEWALK PROPOSED CURB AND GUTTER HORIZONTAL CONTROL BY REFERENCING SHOWN COORDINATES TO KNOWN PROPERTY
EXISTING STORM SEWER LINES. NOTIFY ENGINEER OF DISCREPANCIES IN EITHER VERTICAL OR HORIZONTAL
HOT MIX ASPHALT PAVEMENT, 4"
January 19, 2021
CONTROL PRIOR TO PROCEEDING WITH WORK.
EXISTING GAS MAIN AGGREGATE BASE COURSE, TYPE B, 10"
EXISTING STRIPING
PROJECT INFORMATION
2. SIGN CONSTRUCTION AND PAVEMENT MARKINGS SHALL CONFORM TO THE
EXISTING OVERHEAD UTILITY LINE REQUIREMENTS OF THE MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES, CURRENT
PCC PAVEMENT, 7"
AGGREGATE BASE COURSE, TYPE B, 6" EDITION.
EXISTING FENCE EXISTING SIGN
DESCRIPTION ELEVATION (USGS)
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3. ALL RADII ARE DIMENSIONED TO THE BACK OF CURB, OR EDGE OF PAVEMENT WHEN
EXISTING FIRE HYDRANT ASSEMBLY E EXISTING ELECTRIC PEDESTAL/TRANSFORMER PCC SIDEWALK, 5" CURB IS NOT PRESENT. BENCHMARK 1
AGGREGATE BASE COURSE, TYPE B, 4"
4. SOME FIELD ADJUSTMENTS MAY BE NECESSARY AT POINTS WHERE PROPOSED
CHISELED SQUARE ON NE CORNER
EXISTING WATER VALVE T EXISTING TELEPHONE PEDESTAL CONCRETE SIGN BASE
PAVEMENT, CURB AND SIDEWALKS MEET EXISTING PAVEMENT, CURB AND SIDEWALKS.
REVIEW ANY REQUIRED CHANGES WITH ENGINEER PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION OF
Rev. Date
D EXISTING MANHOLE OR CATCH BASIN PROPOSED STRIPING WORK. BENCHMARK 2
20"
EXISTING TREE TO BE REMOVED (SIZE SHOWN) 5. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR PREPARATION, COORDINATION AND TOP BOLT BY THE "W" IN "W192"
S EXISTING SANITARY MANHOLE
Date
OBTAINING APPROVAL OF A TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PLAN IF CLOSURES OF LANES (LOCATED APPROX. 340' EAST OF BM 1)
NUMBER OF PROPOSED PARKING SPACES 5291 ZENITH PARKWAY
20 EXCEED THE CRITERIA ESTABLISHED BY IDOT.
PAINTED YELLOW STRIPES LOVES PARK, IL 61111
EXISTING LIGHT POLE
VOICE: (815) 484-4300
EXISTING TREE FAX: (815) 484-4303 SHEET NUMBER
EXISTING UTILITY POLE W/ GUY WIRE BENCHMARK
www.arcdesign.com
EXISTING HANDHOLE
PROPOSED SIGN Design Firm License No. 184-001334 C5
SAVE EXISTING TREE &
PERFORM
OF
EXISTING CONCRETE CURB AND GUTTER TO BE REMOVED
ROOT PRUNING
EXISTING CONCRETE CURB AND GUTTER TO REMAIN
C11
EXHIBIT B
CPT FLOORING
- AT UPPER LEVEL
TRANSITION STRIP
W3 18 18 W3
RUBBER 1 PIECE
11 5 2 W5 W5 W5 W5 RENOVATION GENERAL NOTES
NOSING AND TREAD -
ADHERED TO EXISTING 16
CONCRETE SLAB 101A
18 18 18 18 1. OWNER TO REMOVE ITEMS FROM WALLS THAT WILL BE
RUBBER RISER -TYP. VEST 1 CLASSROOM
A CLASSROOM PAINTED. OWNER TO REINSTALL AFTER CONTRACTOR HAS
W3 18 B 101 OFFICE OFFICE
RUBBER 1 PIECE 16 106 107 PAINTED WALLS.
17 102 103
101B
NOSING AND TREAD -
DEKALB CUSD #428
B 2. CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE WOOD BLOCKING AS REQUIRED
ADHERED TO EXISTING 19'-0" 5'-0" 5'-0" 20'-5"
CONCRETE SLAB A 5 TLT TLT IN WALLS FOR ATTACHMENT OF OTHER WORK.
3 5 11 3
BFM A 104 105 3 3 3. OWNER TO REMOVE FURNITURE AS REQUIRED FOR NEW
EXISTING CONCRETE 3
STAIR DAIRY AND DRY WORK.
B
B 5'-0"
GOODS PANTRY 6
RENOVATION WORK AT
19 A A
RUBBER RISER - TYP. 117 117 3 3'-0" 106 107 4. ALL WALLS, SOFFITS AND PLASTER CEILINGS CALLED TO BE
W3 RECEPTION PAINTED SHALL HAVE HOLES AND CRACKS FILLED,
LVT FLOORING 120 B 115 A A A A
- AT LOWER LEVEL CORR
6 ANCHORS REMOVED AND PATCHED AS REQUIRED PRIOR TO
6 B CONF. 18 W3
GIRLS 116 ALIGN PAINTING.
18 BOYS 110 108
118 119 OFFICE 3 5. MENTA SHALL PROVIDE ANY SIGNAGE.
A
2
DETAIL CHILDREN'S B 111
POD 5'-0" 6. FOR CONCRETE FLOOR PATCHING, PROVIDE VAPOR
WAITING 24
SCALE: 1-1/2"=1'-0" ROOM 109 BARRIER UNDER NEW SLAB, DOWEL PATCH INTO EXISTING
120 5
W7 B SLAB (ALL SIDES), DRILL 4" INTO EXISTING AND USE EPOXY
6 CLASSROOM
WMN CUST
MENTA 108 #5 EPOXY-COATED DOWEL X 1'-0" @ 16" O.C.
DRYWALL PARTITION 122 121 21 116 MENTA
(SEE PARTITION TYPES) RECEPTION OFFICE
A A
7. ALL EXTERIOR DRYWALL CORNERS TO HAVE A 4' HIGH
CHESEBRO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR
114 112
13 14 ALIGN ALUMINUM CORNER GUARD. UNDER ALTERNATE BID #1
DEKALB, ILLINOIS
6" RUBBER BASE
CLASSROOM 10 ELIMINATE AT CORRIDORS.
LVT FLOORING 124
124 A A
- AT UPPER LEVEL
5'-0" ALIGN CORRIDOR CORRIDOR 3 3
A 6 123 20
6" RUBBER BASE A 113
RUBBER 1 PIECE A B
B 3'-0" A 127 A RENOVATION KEY NOTES
NOSING AND TREAD - 6
3'-0" 6'-0"
ADHERED TO EXISTING A A
CONCRETE SLAB CORR.
4 STORAGE ALIGN
135
5'-0" 132 1 PAINT CABINET UNIT HEATER COVER.
RUBBER RISER
A 125 B A102 3
6
23
15 2 A
RUBBER 1 PIECE CLASSROOM CLASSROOM 2 EXISTING FIRE DEPARTMENT KNOX BOX TO REMAIN.
NOSING AND TREAD - ALIGN 127 RAMP
BFM A102 135
ADHERED TO EXISTING PRODUCE AND 14 3 PROVIDE NEW TRANSITION STRIP.
128 B
CONCRETE SLAB A C MEAT PANTRY
A
3
RICHARD L. JOHNSON
CORR.
ASSOCIATES ARCHITECTS
17 130 CORRIDOR 4 UNDER ALTERNATE BID #2: PROVIDE NEW TRANSITION STRIP
RUBBER RISER WLK LVT A
16 126 A102 13 23 133 CLO. 134
18 W4
AS REQUIRED.
EXISTING CONCRETE 6 A 3 133
STAIR 126
ALIGN A A
B 5 NEW CARD READER. NEW ELECTRIC STRIKE PROVIDE BY
B
3'-0"
146A
LVT FLOORING A A CORR. RAMP
3
6 HARDWARE SUPPLIER. SEE ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS.
3
- AT LOWER LEVEL 129 5'-0" 131 18 W6
A 13 A 6 PROVIDE NEW HOLLOW METAL FRAME, WOOD DOOR(S) AND
5'-0" A B B B 3'-0" A A
142
5'-0" B B 3'-0" A 143 HARDWARE.
10 A
A B 12 13 CLASSROOM
A A 6 5'-0" 7 PATCH DRYWALL HEAD AND JAMBS TO MATCH EXISTING
CLASSROOM 5'-0" 136
3
B
DETAIL 146
6
146B
14 CLASSROOM CLASSROOM
B
CORR
CUST
139
WMN AFTER REMOVAL OF EXISTING DOOR AND FRAMES.
143 138
A 142 141 8 UNDER ALTERNATE BID #2: INSTALL NEW SYNTHETIC
SCALE: 1-1/2"=1'-0" CORR
3 144 SPORTS FLOORING AND 6" RUBBER BASE. PAINT ALL NEW
STORAGE B 3 GYM COURT MARKINGS ON FLOOR TO MATCH EXISTING.
BOYS
152 3 A102
GIRLS
FIELD VERIFY EXISTING COURT MARKINGS. CONFIRM COURT
145 140 137 18
6 A W1 MARKINGS WITH OWNER.
7
3
CORR
3 20 18 W1 9 PREP FLOOR AS REQUIRED SO FLOOR IS LEVEL WITH
EXISTING STEEL 152 CORR ADJACENT FLOOR WHERE CERAMIC TILE WAS REMOVED.
KITCHEN STORAGE STORAGE STORAGE
COLUMN - PAINT CUSTODIAL 14 157
153 154 155 156 10 VISUALLY IMPAIRED HAMMERED TEXTURE RUBBER FLOORING
DRYWALL PARTITION 147 RECEIVING 10 CUBBY AT TOP OF STAIR LANDING.
(SEE PARTITION TYPES) 9
151 13 159
11 PROVIDE NEW WALL MOUNTED AIPHONE SYSTEM. SEE
EXISTING WALL CORR CLASSROOM
CONSTRUCTION 162
ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS.
158
WMN
CORRIDOR 12 PROVIDE NEW 4'-0" HIGH CORNER GUARD. FIELD VERIFY
160 STOR
5'-0" 148 9 ANGLE REQUIRED.
3 4 4 3 4 3 4 3 161
GYMNASIUM
3 13 PROVIDE NEW RUBBER STAIR TREADS, RISERS AND
165
5'-0" 3'-4" 149 16 STORAGE STORAGE NOSINGS.
16 MEN
DETAIL 150 STOR
4 SCALE: 1-1/2"=1'-0" 3'-4" 4'-4" 25
149
151
164 163 14 PAINT EXISTING METAL HANDRAIL.
15 FREEZER BY OWNER.
5
18 W2
16 NEW ALUMINUM ENTRANCE SYSTEM.
11
17 REFRIGERATOR BY OWNER.
7'-0" 6'-0" 7'-0" 18 MEW ALUMINUM WINDOW SYSTEM.
SHEET IDENTIFICATION
22 8 CLASSROOM 19 SLOP SINK. SEE PLUMBING DRAWINGS.
CORR
167
166
20 DRINKING FOUNTAIN. SEE PLUMBING DRAWINGS.
CONCRETE FENCE POST BASE - TYP.
16 21 HAND SINK. SEE PLUMBING DRAWINGS.
8'-0" HIGH CHAIN LINK FENCE WITH SLATS
6'-0" 6'-0"
FLOOR PLAN
165 22 UNDER ALTERNATE BID #2: SHOT BLAST, CLEAN AND PREP
EXISTING CONCRETE FLOOR AS REQUIRED FOR NEW WORK.
23 INSTALL NEW PAINTED 1-1/2" DIAMETER METAL PIPE RAILING
CORR 5
LINE POST: 2-1/2"Ø 168 16 AND SUPPORTS. RAILING TO EXTEND PAST ENDS OF RAMP BY
168 1'-0" AND TOP OF RAILING AT 2'-10" ABOVE RAMP SURFACE.
TOP RAIL: 1 5/8"Ø
POST CAP
16
STOR. STOR. 171 24 INSTALL NEW SLIDING WINDOW UNIT. CRL #D1039A OR EQUAL.
6'-0" 6'-0" TENSION BAR 166 169 170
16
48" WIDE X 50" HIGH.
6 YARD DUMPSTER (6' WIDE X 5' DEEP)
3 4 25 NEW CONCRETE STOOP. SEE DETAIL.
10'-0" WIDE CHAIN LINK SWINGING GATE 5
FENCING FABRIC
January 19, 2021
WITH SLATS
8'-0"
PROJECT INFORMATION
TENSION BANDS
PARTITION TYPES
CORNER / END
RLJA Proj 2019-110
POST: 3"Ø A 3 5/8" METAL STUDS @ 16" O.C. W/ BATT INSULATION W/ 5/8"
BOTTOM RAIL: 1 5/8"Ø TYPE "X" GYP BOARD BOTH SIDES - PAINT. PROVIDE 6"
912 PROGRAM RUBBER BASE. ASSEMBLY SHALL EXTEND FROM FLOOR TO
171 12" ABOVE CEILING.
Rev. Date
POST SET IN CONCRETE
3'-0" BASE. CONCRETE TO BE
FLUSH WITH PAD 22 B 3 5/8" METAL STUDS @ 16" O.C. W/ BATT INSULATION W/ 5/8"
Date
TYPE "X" GYP BOARD BOTH SIDES - PAINT. ASSEMBLY SHALL
8" CONCRETE BASE
EXTEND FROM TOP OF EXISTING STUD WALL TO 12" ABOVE
10" CEILING.
SHEET NUMBER
C 3 5/8" METAL STUDS @ 16" O.C. W/ BATT INSULATION W/ 5/8"
TYPE "X" GYP BOARD BOTH SIDES - PAINT. ASSEMBLY SHALL
A102
5 6 1
DUMSPTER ENCLOSURE PLAN CHAIN LINK FENCE DETAIL FLOOR PLAN EXTEND FROM TOP OF EXISTING CMU WALL TO 12" ABOVE
CEILING. OF
SCALE: 1/4"=1'-0" SCALE: 1/4"=1'-0" SCALE: 3/32"=1'-0"
9
DEKALB COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT #428
Serving the Cortland, DeKalb and Malta Communities
Dr. Griff Powell & Ms. Cynthia Carpenter Ms. Deetra Sallis Ms. Kim Lyle Mr. Kyle Gerdes Ms. Tammy Carson Mr. Ben Bayle
Dr. Ray Lechner Director of Director of Director of Curriculum Director of Director of Director of
Interim Superintendents Business & Finance, CSBO Human Resources and Instruction Student Services
Facility Operations Technology
Phone: 815-754-2330 Phone: 815-754-2329 815-754-2328 815-754-2297 815-754-2290
815-754-2951 815-754-2167
Fax: 815-758-6933 Fax: 815-758-6933 815-754-2345 815-758-6933 815-758-6933
815-758-6062 815-758-6062
griff.powell@d428.org cynthia.carpenter@d428.org deetra.sallis@d428.org kim.lyle@d428.org kyle.gerdes @d428.org tammy.carson@d428.org ben.bayle@d428.org
ray.lechner@d428.org
February 4, 2021
Mr. Zachary Gill, City Engineer
City of DeKalb
1216 Market Street
DeKalb, IL 60115
Dear Mr. Gill:
As requested by the City of DeKalb, the following information serves to fill the Traffic Impact Study:
● On a daily basis, there will be five (5) District staff members who will be working at Chesebro Elementary and
parking in the proposed new lot on the North Side of the building off of Garden.
● Twice a week on Wednesday, Thursday, and two (2) Sundays a month, there are six (6) - eight (8) Barb Food
Mart Volunteers who will be at Chesebro. They will park in the back lot to allow space in the front lot.
● Once a week on Thursday after 3pm, the Barb Food Mart is open. Most shoppers and volunteers will park in the
back parking lot off of Taylor Street. Anyone in need of handicapped parking, will park in the front off of
Garden Street.
● On Wednesday around 12noon and Thursday around 9:30am, a delivery truck (box truck) delivers food to the
Barb Food Mart and will enter off of Garden Street. These delivery times are subject to change based on the
delivery schedule of the Northern Illinois Food Bank and DeKalb County Community Gardens.
● Randomly throughout the week, there will be District and Menta Group visitors.
● Traffic will be very limited on the weekend.
Please note that the front parking lot will not be used for student drop off/pick up areas. Menta Group students and staff
will enter the building from the Taylor Street parking lot.
If there are any questions regarding this request, please don’t hesitate to contact me directly.
Sincerely,
Tammy Carson, CPS & CPMM
Director of Facility & Safety Operations
“SCHOOL, COMMUNITY, FAMILY… A PARTNERSHIP FOR EDUCATION”
901 South Fourth Street, DeKalb, IL 60115 P: 815-754-2350 / F: 815-758-6933
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE is hereby given that a public hearing will be held before the DeKalb Planning and Zoning
Commission at its regular meeting on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. in the Yusunas
Meeting Room at the DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St., DeKalb, IL, on the petition by DeKalb
Community Unit School District #428 to amend the site plan approved by Ordinance 2020-015
which approved a special use permit for a private therapeutic day school for the property located
at 900 E. Garden St. (former Chesebro Elementary School). The petitioner is requesting to amend
the site plan approved by the special use permit in order to add an access drive from E. Garden St.
and a 10-space parking lot on the north side of the building and other improvements as shown on
the plans submitted with the petition. The subject site has a Parcel Identification Number (PIN) of
08-23-385-012 and is zoned “TFR” Two Family Residential District.
All interested persons are invited to appear and be heard at the time and place listed above.
Interested persons are also encouraged to submit written comments on the proposal to the City of
DeKalb, Community Development Department, 164 E. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb, Illinois, 60115
by 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 16, 2021, by e-mail to dan.olson@cityofdekalb.com or the
Online Public Comment Submission Form at https://www.cityofdekalb.com/FormCenter. Further
information regarding the petition is available from the Community Development Department at
(815) 748-2070 or on the City of DeKalb’s web page at
https://www.cityofdekalb.com/1103/Public-Hearings.
Max Maxwell, Chair
DeKalb Planning and Zoning Commission
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
February 11, 2021
TO: DeKalb Planning and Zoning Commission
FROM: Dan Olson, Principal Planner
RE: Zoning Map Amendment from the “HI” District to the “PD-I” District and First
Amendment to the SunVest Solar Development Agreement – North side of
Gurler Road, east of S. 1st St. (Midland Trust Company - James Planey)
I. GENERAL INFORMATION
A. Purpose: Rezone subject site to the “PD-I” District and
amend Ordinance 2019-002 to; 1) remove the
time restriction for State approval of a solar
energy generation facility; 2) allow the
permitted and special uses in the “HI” District
on Lots 1, 2 and 3 including a solar energy
facility as shown on the approved plans in the
Ordinance
B. Location/Size: North side of Gurler Rd., 500 feet east of S. 1st
St./36.34 acres
C. Petitioner: Midland Trust Company – James Planey
D. Existing Zoning: “HI” Heavy Industrial
E. Existing Land Use: Agriculture
F. Surrounding Zoning and Land Use: North: “HI”; Stormwater Facility,
Warehouse
South: “A1” (DeKalb County); Agriculture
East: “HI”; Distribution Center
West: “A1(DeKalb County); Single-Family,
Agriculture
G. Comprehensive Plan Designation: Light Industrial
II. BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS
On January 28, 2019 the City Council passed Ordinance 2019-002, which conditionally
approved the rezoning of the subject site from the “HI” Heavy Industrial District to the “PD-
I” Planned Development Industrial District. The 36.34-acre site is located along the north
side of Gurler Road, approximately 500 feet east of S. 1st and has agricultural uses. The
rezoning was contingent upon the approval within one year of a solar energy generation
facility on Lots 1 and 2 (plan attached) through the State. The applicant (SunVest Solar)
did not receive State approval within the year. On January 27, 2020 the City Council
approved a Resolution granting a one-year extension per the request of the applicant.
SunVest Solar did not receive approval again in 2020 as the State process was delayed
due to COVID-19. The Ordinance did not allow for any further extension requests.
The owner of the property, Jim Planey, desires to have more flexibility for Lots 1 and 2 to
be able to develop a use allowed in the HI District. The current agreement restricts the
use of Lots 1 and 2 to a solar energy generation facility only. The owner also wants to
keep the option open of having a solar facility on any of the three lots if its approved at
the State level.
The amended development agreement proposes language that will remove the one-year
time limit for State approval of a solar energy generation facility. In addition, the amended
language will permit a solar energy generation facility on any of the three lots as well as
any permitted or special use in the “HI” District. The preliminary plat and plans approved
for the solar facility in the 2019 Ordinance will remain valid for two years after the approval
of the amendments. The amended language allows the City Council to grant a one-year
extension. The zoning standard exceptions to the UDO regulations for the solar facility
granted in the 2019 Ordinance are still valid as well as revisions required for the plans.
The design and appearance provisions remain in the agreement as well as the
maintenance provisions, fees and water main cost responsibilities. The proposed
amendments also remove sections of the original development agreement that are
already covered in the Municipal Code and will make the agreement easier to follow and
more efficient.
III. PUBLIC INPUT
The City received an e-mail from Elizabeth Beller representing Oak Properties who
indicated their support of the rezoning request. Oak Properties own the property at 2805
S. 1st St. (west side of S. 1st St., across from Harvestore Dr.).
IV. RECOMMENDATION
Sample Motion:
Based on the submitted petition and testimony presented, I move the Planning and
Zoning Commission recommend to the City Council approval of a zoning map
amendment from the “HI’ Heavy Industrial District to the “PD-I” Planned Development –
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Industrial District for the subject site and the approval of the First Amendment to the
Planned Development Agreement approved by Ordinance 2019-002 as indicted on
Exhibit A to the staff report.
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EXHIBIT A
FIRST AMENDMENT TO SUNVEST SOLAR PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF DEKALB
This First Amendment to the Sunvest Solar Planned Unit Development Agreement with
the City of DeKalb (the “First Amendment”), by and between the City of DeKalb (the “City”), an
Illinois home rule municipal corporation, and Midland IRA, Inc., FBO James Planey, ROTH
#1633257, (the “Owner”), who are collectively referred to as the “Parties”, state as follows:
RECITALS
WHEREAS, Owner is the owner of approximately 36.34 contiguous acres of real property
situated near the northeast intersection of South First Street and Gurler Road in the City, which is
legally described on Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference (the
“Property”); and
WHEREAS, on January 28, 2019, the City’s corporate authorities duly approved the
Sunvest Solar Planned Unit Development Agreement with the Owner (the “Agreement”); and
WHEREAS, the Agreement provided for the rezoning of the Property from the “HI” Heavy
Industrial District to the "PD-I" Planned Development Industrial District for a Community Solar
Garden (the “Rezoning”) contingent upon the Owner obtaining required approvals from the State
of Illinois for the installation of the solar energy facilities by January 28, 2020; and
WHEREAS, on January 27, 2020, the City’s corporate authorities duly approved
Resolution 2020-012 to extend the deadline for the conditional Rezoning of the Property to January
28, 2021; and
WHEREAS, the Agreement further provided that if the Owner failed to give the City notice
of obtaining required approvals from the State of Illinois for the installation of the solar energy
facilities within the time allowed by the Agreement, then the Agreement shall be subject to voiding
by the City and reversion to the previously existing zoning classification after the conduct of a due
process hearing in accordance with Section XII(J) of the Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Parties stipulate and agree that the Owner failed to obtain the required
approvals from the State of Illinois for the installation of the solar energy facilities within the time
allowed by the Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Parties desire to void and amend the Agreement to remove the time
restriction for State approval of a solar energy generation facility and to rezone the Property to
allow a planned industrial development and associated improvements, as well as all of the
permitted, special, and accessory uses in the “HI” Heavy Industrial District; and
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises made herein, the Parties agree as
follows:
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SECTION 1: Recitals. The above recitals to this First Amendment are true, correct,
material, adopted and incorporated herein as Section 1 to this First Amendment.
SECTION 2: Voiding of the Agreement. The Parties stipulate and agree that: (1) the
Agreement shall be void due to the Owner’s undisputed failure to obtain the required approvals
from the State of Illinois for the installation of the solar energy facilities within the time allowed
by the Agreement without requiring a due process hearing in accordance with Section XII(J) of
the Agreement; and (2) the Owner waives any and all claims regarding any entitlement to a due
process hearing to void the Agreement. Notwithstanding anything foregoing to the contrary, the
Parties agree and stipulate that the hearing before the City’s Planning and Zoning Commission on
February 16, 2021 shall satisfy any and all claims of Owner’s entitlement to a due process hearing
to void the Agreement. Furthermore, Owner agrees to hereby waive, release, hold harmless, defend
and indemnify the City and the City’s elected officials, officers, agents and employees from and
against any and all claims, causes of action, damages, and attorney’s fees arising out of, related to,
or regarding the Agreement and the voiding of the Agreement including, but not limited, the
adequacy and provision of a due process hearing to void the Agreement.
SECTION 3: First Amendment. The Agreement shall be restated and amended as
follows:
A. Zoning: Contemporaneous to the adoption and execution of this First Amendment,
the City shall approve an ordinance approving the rezoning for the Property to "PD-I" Planned
Development Industrial District to: (1) allow for the use and development of a solar energy
generation facility, contingent upon Owner obtaining all of the required approvals from the State
of Illinois for the installation of said solar energy facility and from the City for the
Decommissioning Plan; (2) allow for all of the permitted, special, and accessory uses in the “HI”
Heavy Industrial District as provided by the City’s Unified Development Ordinance (the “UDO”);
and (3) approve of the preliminary plat of subdivision dated 11-9-18 prepared by Wendler
Engineering (the “Preliminary Plat”), the landscape plan dated 11-9-18 prepared by the Lannert
Group (the “Landscape Plan”), and the plans dated 11-6-18 prepared by New Energy Equity (the
“Plans”), all of which shall be collectively attached hereto, incorporated herein, and referred to as
“Group Exhibit B” or the “Development Plans”; provided, however, that the approval of the
Development Plans is contingent upon: (a) Owner’s revision of the Development Plans in
accordance with the below-mentioned “Revisions to Development Plans”; and (b) the below-
mentioned “Design and Appearance Provisions”.
The zoning for the Property approved pursuant to this First Amendment shall remain in
effect from and after the adoption of the zoning approvals unless an amendment or change is sought
by Owner, or the then fee owner of the Property, or of any portion of the Property, or as otherwise
provided by law for the amendment of zoning classifications. Notwithstanding the foregoing to
the contrary, the Parties agree that if the City re-defines or amends the zoning classification
applicable to the City, the regulations established by such re-defined or amended zoning
classification shall not be more restrictive than, and shall not impose greater limitations on the
development, use, or enjoyment of the Property than that allowed under the zoning classification
provided for by this First Amendment.
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Except as may otherwise be provided by this First Amendment, any development of the
Property shall conform to the UDO’s requirements and all other applicable provisions of the City’s
Municipal Code including, but not limited to, appropriate site, engineering, planned development,
landscape plan, and building permits, reviews, and approvals by City Staff, the City’s Planning
and Zoning Commission, and the City’s corporate authorities. Pursuant to Section 5.13.14 of the
UDO, no approval of a final development plan shall be valid for a period longer than two (2) years
from the date of approval unless within such period a building permit is obtained and construction
of a development's foundation is commenced; provided, however, that the City Council may grant
a one (1) year extension upon written request of the original applicant if the application submitted
is substantially the same as the initially-approved application.
B. Exceptions to the UDO’s Requirements: During the period of time in which the
approval of the Development Plans is valid under this First Amendment, Owner shall be granted
the following exceptions to the express requirements of the UDO:
1. Exception from Article 7.06 to allow a seven-foot-high chain link fence around the
perimeter of the two solar gardens (Lots 1 and 2 on the Preliminary Plat) in the location shown on
the Development Plans. Alternatively, at the discretion of the City Manager, at the time of final
plat approval, the seven-foot-high chain link fence shall be excluded and instead an eight-foot-tall
deer fence shall be utilized instead, in a configuration and design acceptable to the City Manager.
2. Exception from Article 10.05 to not require interior lighting for the solar gardens
relative to Lots 1 and 2 on the Preliminary Plat.
3. Exception from Article 12.04 to not require landscaping around the solar gardens
(Lots 1 and 2 on the Preliminary Plat), except as shown on the Landscape Plan or any amendments
thereto approved by the City Manager.
4. Exception from Article 9 to not require the extension of utilities and improvements
when subdividing the property for the solar gardens (Lots 1 and 2 on the Preliminary Plat), except
as outlined herein.
C. Revisions to Development Plans: Prior to the City’s approval of the Development
Plans, Owner shall revise the Development Plans (the “Revisions to Development Plans”) as
follows:
1. The labeling of the ROW dedication along Gurler Road and S. 1st St. along with
the associated setbacks need to be coordinated and consistent between the
Preliminary Plat, the Landscape Plan, and the site plan.
2. The Preliminary Plat shall be revised to correctly indicate and label the 40-foot
setback along Gurler Road and S. 1st St. as well as the 50-foot and 100-foot setbacks
indicated along the west side of the site. The labeling of a 30-foot setback along
Gurler Road shall be removed.
3. The site plan shall incorporate a note indicating that the developed solar farm
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condition will have a net stormwater runoff that is either equal to the existing runoff
or within the capacity of the City-owned detention pond to the north was designed
to handle from the subject property.
4. Owner shall clarify on the Landscape Plan the extent of the prairie seed mix. The
frontage along Gurler Road (outside of the fenced area) shall be planted with turf
grass, as shall be mowed and not planted with the prairie seed mix. Appropriate
plan notes shall be inserted subject to approval by the City Manager.
5. The Landscape Plan shall be modified to add tree protection fencing at the drip line
of the existing tree line along the west property line during construction, and that
there shall be no disruption to the existing tree line along the west property line.
6. A Final Plat, with all applicable certificates, shall be prepared and approved per the
UDO standards prior to any application for construction permits on the Property.
D. Design and Appearance Provisions: If a solar garden is not developed on the
Property, the design and appearance of any structure proposed to be constructed on any portion of
the Property shall be subject to the review and approval of the City Manager. If the City Manager
refuses to approve of a given design or elevation, the Owner may appeal said determination to the
Planning and Zoning Commission for a recommendation, and to the City Council for a final
decision.
E. Maintenance of the Property: The maintenance and operation of the Property
shall comply with the City’s Municipal Code and all other applicable ordinances, regulations, and
laws. The Property shall be managed, operated, and maintained with reasonable professional skill
by appropriately trained personnel. Owner shall cooperate in good faith with the City to maintain
the Property in compliance with the City’s Municipal Code. Owner agrees to: (1) install, maintain,
and provide access to a “Knox Box” entry system on the Property’s primary building entrances for
use by the City’s emergency responders; (2) allow the City’s law enforcement personnel access to
any surveillance video footage operated on the Property for law enforcement purposes; and (3)
allow an annual inspection of the Property’s common areas by the City’s Police Department, Fire
Department, and Building Department for the purpose of confirming compliance with the City’s
Municipal Code.
Additionally, the Parties stipulate and agree that, if a solar generation facility is developed
on the Property, portions of the Property are proposed to be maintained with prairie grass that may
not strictly comply with the requirements of the City’s Property Maintenance Codes. Owner shall
be permitted to install and maintain such prairie grass; provided, however, that Owner submits a
maintenance plan for such areas in form and content acceptable to the City Manager (the “Prairie
Grass Maintenance Plan”). Following the City Manager’s written approval of the Prairie Grass
Maintenance Plan, Owner shall thereafter at all times comply with the approved prairie grass
maintenance plan. If Owner fails to comply with the Prairie Grass Maintenance Plan, the City may
terminate the Prairie Grass Maintenance Plan upon giving notice to the Owner, and thereafter,
Owner shall comply with the then-current property maintenance provisions applicable to the
Property. Prairie grass may only be maintained within the Property’s fenced-in areas that are
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shown on the approved Development Plans as having prairie grass installation, and then only after
actual installation of intentional prairie grass plantings. All other areas shall be maintained in
accordance with the City’s property maintenance standards.
Furthermore, Owner may continue the existing agricultural use and maintenance of the
Property until a building permit is obtained and construction of the solar energy facility’s
foundation is commenced. Owner shall employ reasonable measures and appropriate agronomic
techniques to maintain the Property during times of agricultural use in accordance with best
practices for site maintenance.
F. Water Mains and Potable Water Supply: Owner shall have the right to connect
to and use the City’s potable water system and mains upon payment of those capital, tap-on and
user fees required by the then-current City ordinance or resolution. Tap-on / connection and capital
fees shall be due at the time of building permit application. Said fees may be changed by the City
from time to time in the City’s sole and absolute discretion, and Owner agrees to pay the amount
as required by the City at the time such payment is due. Owner shall be responsible for constructing
all on-site and off-site improvements necessary to connect to the Property and any development
on the Property to the presently existing water mains and potable water supply of the City. Owner
shall be exclusively responsible for the payment of all costs, expenses and charges associated with
the design, construction and permitting of such improvements, including but not limited to, any
security required by this First Amendment, the UDO, or applicable law, any permits required by
the City, the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency or any other agency having jurisdiction, or
any other costs whatsoever. At any time that Owner replaces any water mains on the Property at
any point in the future, all water mains replaced shall be replaced with a water main of a size and
configuration acceptable to the City.
The Parties stipulate and agree that the Owner is required to extend water mains along both
the First Street and Gurler Road right of way in order to extend the water mains to the end points
of the Property and enable the orderly continuation of development in the City. However, the
Parties stipulate and agree that the Development Plans will not require such extensions to be made
at present, and that there is no presently pending development of property ‘downstream’ of the
Property such that the extensions are immediately necessary. Accordingly, with respect to the
water main extensions that may be required, the Parties stipulate and agree as follows:
1. With respect to Lots 1 and 2, Owner shall be responsible for the costs of extending
water main from the existing terminus on Gurler Road to the westerly property line of the Property,
in the Gurler Road right of way. The Parties acknowledge that the Engineer’s Estimate of Probable
Cost (“EOPC”) for such improvement is $245,000.00 (calculated at $200 per lineal foot along
1,225 feet of frontage). Owner shall be responsible for paying one-half this sum (i.e., $122,500),
which may be paid in one lump sum or may be paid in equal installments of $40,833.33 each over
a 3-year period, with a payment in such amount due each year on the anniversary of the City’s
approval of the first final plat for any portion of the Property. In the event that the City has a user
of water (excluding a user on the Property) who wishes to connect to this watermain extension
prior to the time that it is fully funded, the Owner shall have the option to either fully fund its
portion of the extension (i.e., pay any unpaid portion of the one-half of the EOPC), or to continue
making annual payments. If the Owner elects to continue to make annual payments, then the City
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shall be entitled to permit the downstream user to construct the water main extension across the
Property, and shall be entitled to approve of a recapture agreement obligating the Owner to
reimburse the downstream user for 50% of the actual costs of installing the water main extension
across the Property, less any payments previously made under this section, plus interest on the
remaining, unpaid sum at a rate not exceeding the prime interest rate plus two percent (2%) per
year, until such sum is paid in full (with the annual payments being made in the amount specified
above (i.e., $40,833.33) until such sum is fully satisfied). The City shall deposit all amounts
received by it under this subsection in an escrow pending completion of the construction of the
improvements contemplated herein. Any funds remaining following construction shall be returned
to the Owner. Should the City or any third party construct such water main, the funds within such
escrow shall be utilized for the costs of designing, permitting and constructing such improvement.
In the event that the City has a user of water on the Property, or that any use other than the solar
generation use is proposed to be constructed on Lot 1 or 2, Owner shall be responsible for full
installation and looping of water mains along Gurler Road and 1st Street, in a configuration
reasonably acceptable to the City.
2. With respect to a water connection necessary to accommodate development on Lot
3, Owner shall be required to install a looped water main on the Property in a location,
configuration and size acceptable to the City based upon the approved final engineering plans at
the time of construction. The Parties acknowledge that this looped water main shall connect to the
existing water main terminating at the southeastern corner of the Property, shall extend to the
westerly boundary of the Property (if not to the South First Street right of way), and shall thereafter
extend in a northerly direction to connect to existing water main at the northerly boundary of the
Property. Should the Owner undertake this construction, the Owner may utilize the funding held
in escrow under the preceding subsection, but shall be responsible for the entirety of costs incurred
in constructing the improvement. The City shall reasonably collaborate with Owner in preparing
and recording a recapture agreement entitling the Owner to recapture against the property located
directly south of Gurler Road, for one-half of the costs of such portion of the water main extension
that resides within the Gurler Road right of way.
G. Fees: Owner shall pay all fees imposed under the City’s Municipal Code or this
First Amendment in the amount and in the time provided therein. The Parties shall, at the time of
payment of any required fee, cooperate to determine the amount of the fee due.
The Parties acknowledge that the City does not presently have a building permit established
for solar generation facilities. The Parties agree that, during the period of time in which the
approval of the Development Plans is valid under this First Amendment, the building permit fee
for the solar generation facilities shall be $6,000 for a facility of up to 2,000 kW AC, and $200 per
each 100 kW over 2,000 kW. Said fee shall automatically increase by an amount equivalent to the
applicable Consumer Price Index contemplated by Chapter 9 of the City Code, on an annual basis
(without requirement of any notice to Owner). In the event that the City later adopts a revision to
its Building Code that imposes an alternate fee schedule, the then-current schedule shall be utilized
and such Building Code update shall supersede this First Amendment.
The Parties further agree that the water main contribution fee contained within this First
Amendment is specifically and uniquely attributable to the development of the Property; the
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Owner participated in the calculation and reconciliation of said fee; and nether the Owner nor any
successor hereby agree they will neither file any lawsuit nor take any other legal action challenging
the imposition, collection, use, necessity enforceability, validity, or applicability of the fee, nor
shall Owner pay any such fee under protest. The Parties acknowledge that there are no impact fees
or land dedications due by virtue of the development of Lots 1 and 2 of the Property (other than
with regard to easements and rights of way contemplated by the approved Development Plans).
Notwithstanding the foregoing to the contrary, Owner or the subsequent owners or developers of
any portion of the Property shall be responsible for payment of all future fees, charges, and
assessments relating to their use or modification of the Property including, but not limited to,
building permit fees for remodeling of any structure on the development and similar fees.
H. Decommissioning Plan: Should Owner provide the City with written notice that it
has been approved for the construction of the solar energy generation facility, Owner shall, at the
time of providing such notice, also provide a decommissioning plan for the Property (the
“Decommissioning Plan”). The Decommissioning Plan shall be subject to approval by the City
Manager. Owner’s failure to obtain approval of the Decommissioning Plan shall be
The Decommissioning Plan shall contain the following requirements: (1) the
Decommissioning Plan shall be triggered and complied with at any point that the solar panels are
not actively generating energy being transmitted to the electrical grid for a period of one hundred
and eighty (180) days or longer; (2) upon the occurrence of the first requirement, the Owner shall
have six (6) months to comply with the Decommissioning Plan and to fully remove the solar energy
generation facilities from the Property; (3) provisions for removal of all structures and foundations,
restoration of soil and vegetation; (4) an engineer’s estimate of probable cost (EOPC) for the costs
associated with decommissioning; (5) provision of sufficient security (i.e., a bond, irrevocable
letter of credit, or escrow posting) in the form and content acceptable to the City Manager to secure
the costs of decommissioning and site restoration.
I. Indemnification: Owner and its agents, employees, officers, and contractors agree
to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City and the City’s elected officials, officers,
employees, and agents from and against any and all causes of action, claims, liabilities, losses,
damages, injuries, expenses, costs, penalties, fines, and reasonable attorney’s fees relating to,
arising out of, or regarding this First Amendment, and the construction, development,
maintenance, and operation of the Property.
J. Assignment: Owner may assign this First Amendment without City approval, but
only in connection with its conveyance of all or any part of the Property, and upon said assignment
and acceptance by an assignee, Owner shall have no further obligations hereunder as to the
Property or that portion of the Property conveyed, but shall continue to be bound by this First
Amendment, and shall retain the obligations created thereby with respect to any portion of the
Property retained and not conveyed. If Owner or its successors sell a portion of the Property, the
seller shall be deemed to have assigned to the purchaser any and all rights and obligations it may
have under this First Amendment (excluding rights of recapture) which affect the portion of the
Property sold or conveyed and thereafter the seller shall have no further obligations under this
Agreement as it relates to the portion of the Property so conveyed, but any such seller shall retain
any rights and obligations it may have under this First Amendment with respect to any part of the
Property retained and not conveyed by such seller. The seller shall have the right to require the
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purchaser to deposit with the City a replacement Letter of Credit, in a form reasonably acceptable
to the City Manager, whereupon the City shall accept the replacement Letter of Credit in
substitution of the seller's Letter of Credit.
K. Remedies:
(a) Upon a breach of this First Amendment, any of the parties may secure the specific
performance of the covenants and agreements herein contained or may exercise any remedies
available at law via an appropriate action, the sole venue for which shall be in the Circuit Court of
DeKalb County, Illinois.
(b) In the event of a material breach of this First Amendment, the parties agree that the
party alleged to be in breach shall have thirty (30) calendar days after written notice of said breach
to correct the same prior to the non-breaching party seeking a judicial remedy as provided for
herein; provided, however, that said thirty (30) day period shall be extended if the defaulting party
has commenced to cure said default and is diligently proceeding to cure the same.
(c) If the performance of any covenant to be performed hereunder by any party is
delayed as a result of circumstances which are beyond the reasonable control of such party
including, without limitation, acts of God, war, strikes, inclement weather conditions, inability to
secure governmental permits, or similar acts, but specifically excluding epidemics, pandemics, and
public health emergencies such as COVID-19, the time for such performance shall be extended by
the length of such delay; however, the party that seeks the benefit of this provision shall give the
other(s) written notice of both its intent to rely upon this provision and the specific reason which
permits the party to avail itself of the benefit of this provision.
(d) The failure of any party to this First Amendment to insist upon the strict and prompt
performance of the terms, covenants, agreements, and conditions herein contained, or any of them,
upon any other party imposed, shall not constitute or be construed as a waiver or relinquishment
of any party’s right thereafter to enforce any such term, covenant, agreement or condition, but the
same shall continue in full force and effect. No action taken by any party to this First Amendment
shall be deemed to constitute an election of remedies, and all remedies set forth in this First
Amendment shall be cumulative and non-exclusive of any other remedy either set forth herein or
available to any party at law or equity.
L. No Personal Liability: The parties acknowledge and agree that the individuals who
are members of the group constituting the City’s corporate authorities are entering into this
Agreement in their corporate capacities as members of such group and shall have no personal
liability in their individual capacities.
M. Entire Agreement: This First Amendment sets forth all agreements,
understandings, and covenants between and among the parties. This First Amendment supersedes
all prior agreements, negotiations and understandings, written and oral, and is a full integration of
the entire First Amendment of the parties. Any amendment to this First Amendment shall be in
writing duly approved by the Parties.
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N. Severability. If any provision, covenant, agreement or portion of this First
Amendment, or its application to any person, entity or property, is held invalid, such invalidity
shall not affect the application or validity of any other provisions, covenants, agreements or
portions of this First Amendment, and, to that end, all provisions, covenants, agreements or
portions of this First Amendment are declared to be severable.
O. Illinois Law. This First Amendment shall be construed its accordance with the laws
of the State of Illinois.
P. Interpretations. This First Amendment has been jointly negotiated by the Parties
and shall not be construed against a Party because that Party may have primarily assumed
responsibility for the drafting of this First Amendment.
Q. Headings. The section headings in this First Amendment are for convenience and
reference only and shall not be construed or held in any way to explain, modify or add to the
interpretation or meaning of the provisions of this First Amendment.
R. Counterparts. This First Amendment may be executed in one or more
counterparts, all of which together shall be construed to constitute one in the same.
S. Exhibits: The following Exhibits referred to herein and attached to this First
Amendment are hereby made a part of this First Amendment:
Exhibit A: Legal Description
Group Exhibit B: Plans
T. Notices. Notices, including Notices to effect a change as to the persons hereinafter
designated to receive Notice(s), or other writings which any party is required to or may wish to
serve upon any other party in connection with this First Amendment shall be in writing and shall
be delivered personally or sent by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested, postage
prepaid, addressed as follows:
If to the City:
City of DeKalb
Attention: City Manager
164 E. Lincoln Hwy.
DeKalb, Illinois 60115
with a copy to the City Attorney:
Matthew D. Rose
Donahue & Rose, PC
9501 W. Devon Ave., Suite 702
Rosemont, IL 60018
If to the Owner:
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__________________
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have caused this First Amendment to be
executed by their duly authorized officers and attested as of the day and year first set forth above.
CITY OF DEKALB, an Illinois home rule municipal corporation
By:_________________________________
Jerry Smith, Mayor
Attest:_________________________________
Ruth Scott, Executive Assistant
Date: ______________________________
OWNER: Midland IRA, Inc., FBO James Planey, ROTH #1633257
By: Attest
Date: ______________________________
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VICINITY MAP
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350
0 10
340 20
330 30
320 4O
310 50
300 60
290 70
EXHIBIT B
280 80
PROJECT LOCATION
W 270 90 E NEW ENERGY EQUITY, LLC SUNVEST SOLAR INC.
E 260 100 2530 RIVA ROAD, SUITE 200 25 NORTH RIVER LANE
250 110
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21041 GENEVA, IL 60134
NEWENERGYEQUITY.COM SUNVEST.COM
240 120 443-267-5012 262-527-1200
230 130
220 140
210 150 PROJECT ADDRESS
200
190 170
160 LAT: 41°53'36.42"N
180 8801-8999 GURLER RD
LONG: 88°46'15.23"W
DEKALB, IL 60115
CITY OF DEKALB S
S 1ST STREET
DEKALB IL 60115
SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
SYSTEM SIZE DC 2.8917 MW
SYSTEM SIZE AC 2.0000 MW
DC/AC RATIO 1.445
AZIMUTH 180
TILT 25°
MODULE COUNT 8262
MODULE TYPE REC 350TP72
MODULE STC RATING 350 W
INVERTER COUNT 34
[30] CPS SCA60KTL-DO/US
INVERTER TYPE
[4] CPS SCA50KTL-DO/US
113'-6" INVERTER POWER 60kW
VEHICLE RACKING TBD
TURNAROUND MONITORING ALSO ENERGY
ELDINA M OBERG
3100 S 1ST ST, DEKALB, IL
60115 DESIGN CRITERIA
MIN/MAX TEMP. -25°C / 32°C
WIND SPEED (ASCE 7-10) 105 MPH
EET BUILDING CATEGORY I
STR EXPOSURE CATEGORY C
SEPARATE SOLAR ARRAY
GROUND SNOW LOAD 25 PSF
ST
BUILDING HEIGHT 0'-0"
S1
OTHER NOTES
FIRE DEPARTMENT WILL HAVE ACCESS VIA
CORPORATE TAX A KNOX PRODUCT ACCEPTABLE TO BOTH
MINESOTA MINING & AMP THE DEPARTMENT AND DEVELOPER
3050 CORPORATE DRIVE
DEKALB IL 60115 DEVELOPED SOLAR FARM WILL HAVE
PARCEL BOUNDARY RUNOFF CONDITIONS SIMILAR TO THE
EXISTING FARMED FIELD.
ARRAY FENCE
~3020'
10 ACRES INSIDE FENCED AREA REVISIONS
INCLUDING NEW ACCESS ROAD
# DESCRIPTION BY DATE
ELDINA M OBERG EQUIPMENT PAD 0 ORIGINAL DESIGN KHC 4/16/2018
3150 S 1ST ST, DEKALB, IL
60115 1 CO-LOCATION UPDATE KHC 4/27/2018
UNDERGROUND RUN FROM 2 CUP UPDATES BC 7/11/2018
LAST INTERCONNECTION 3 CUP UPDATES KHC 8/20/2018
POLE TO EQUIPMENT PAD 4 UPDATED SINGLE LINE KHC 9/17/2018
EXTEND EXISTING 16" WATER MAIN
50' SETBACK FROM PROPERTY LINE 5 CUP UPDATES KHC 11/6/2018
TO WEST SIDE OF ENTRANCE DRIVE
6
110'
7
100' TO S 1ST STREET EXISTING 3500' S 4TH STREET
GURLER ROAD
3-PHASE UTILITY DRAWN BY
LINES
KEVIN CORCORAN
50' LOCATION OF NEW
INTERCONNECTION POLES, WOOD
DIMENSION CLEARLY SHOWING
MATERIAL, ~40 FEET IN HEIGHT PROJECT NAME
THE 50' DEDICATION FROM THE
CENTERLINE OF GURLER ROAD
MIDLAND IRA CSG 1
NEW ACCESS ROAD
RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES
~1000' AND 0.8 % OF PROPERTY. ACCESS
LOTHSON GARY LOTHSON GARY DRAWING TITLE
ROAD CONSTRUCTION TO FOLLOW
17852 S 1ST ST, DEKALB, IL 17852 S 1ST ST, DEKALB, IL COUNTY RULES USING BITUMINOUS
60115 60115 AGGREGATE MIXTURE 6 INCHES THICK.
SITE PLAN
SCALE 1
RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES
0 1" 2"
1" = 100'
SHEET
PV1
1
DRAWING SHEETS AND CONTENTS NOT TO BE DISTRIBUTED WITHOUT EXPLICIT WRITTEN CONSENT FROM NEW ENERGY EQUITY LLC. DRAWING SCALE ACCURATE WHEN THIS PAGE IS PRINTED ON 24"x36" PAPER.
VICINITY MAP
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350
0 10
340 20
330 30
320 4O
310 50
300 60
290 70
280 80
PROJECT LOCATION
W 270 90 E NEW ENERGY EQUITY, LLC SUNVEST SOLAR INC.
260 100 2530 RIVA ROAD, SUITE 200 25 NORTH RIVER LANE
250 110
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21041 GENEVA, IL 60134
NEWENERGYEQUITY.COM SUNVEST.COM
240 120 443-267-5012 262-527-1200
230 130
220 140
210 150 PROJECT ADDRESS
200
190 170
160 LAT: 41°53'36.42"N
180 8801-8999 GURLER RD
LONG: 88°46'15.23"W
DEKALB, IL 60115
CITY OF DEKALB S
S 1ST STREET
DEKALB IL 60115
SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
SYSTEM SIZE DC 2.8917 MW
SYSTEM SIZE AC 2.0000 MW
DC/AC RATIO 1.445
AZIMUTH 180
TILT 25°
MODULE COUNT 8262
MODULE TYPE REC 350TP72
MODULE STC RATING 350 W
INVERTER COUNT 34
[30] CPS SCA60KTL-DO/US
INVERTER TYPE
[4] CPS SCA50KTL-DO/US
113'-6" INVERTER POWER 60kW
VEHICLE RACKING TBD
TURNAROUND MONITORING ALSO ENERGY
ELDINA M OBERG
3100 S 1ST ST, DEKALB, IL
60115 DESIGN CRITERIA
MIN/MAX TEMP. -25°C / 32°C
WIND SPEED (ASCE 7-10) 105 MPH
ARRAY FENCE
STR ~3020' BUILDING CATEGORY I
EET EXPOSURE CATEGORY C
10 ACRES INSIDE FENCED AREA GROUND SNOW LOAD 25 PSF
ST
S1 INCLUDING NEW ACCESS ROAD BUILDING HEIGHT 0'-0"
EQUIPMENT PAD OTHER NOTES
FIRE DEPARTMENT WILL HAVE ACCESS VIA
CORPORATE TAX A KNOX PRODUCT ACCEPTABLE TO BOTH
MINESOTA MINING & AMP THE DEPARTMENT AND DEVELOPER
3050 CORPORATE DRIVE
DEKALB IL 60115 DEVELOPED SOLAR FARM WILL HAVE
PARCEL BOUNDARY RUNOFF CONDITIONS SIMILAR TO THE
EXISTING FARMED FIELD.
SEPARATE SOLAR ARRAY
REVISIONS
# DESCRIPTION BY DATE
ELDINA M OBERG
0 ORIGINAL DESIGN KHC 4/16/2018
3150 S 1ST ST, DEKALB, IL
60115 1 CO-LOCATION UPDATE KHC 4/27/2018
UNDERGROUND RUN FROM 2 CUP UPDATES BC 7/11/2018
LAST INTERCONNECTION 3 CUP UPDATES KHC 8/20/2018
POLE TO EQUIPMENT PAD 4 UPDATED SINGLE LINE KHC 9/17/2018
EXTEND EXISTING 16" WATER MAIN
50' SETBACK FROM PROPERTY LINE 5 CUP UPDATES KHC 11/6/2018
TO WEST SIDE OF ENTRANCE DRIVE
6
110'
7
100' TO S 1ST STREET EXISTING 3500' S 4TH STREET
GURLER ROAD
3-PHASE UTILITY DRAWN BY
LINES
KEVIN CORCORAN
50' LOCATION OF NEW
INTERCONNECTION POLES, WOOD
DIMENSION CLEARLY SHOWING
MATERIAL, ~40 FEET IN HEIGHT PROJECT NAME
THE 50' DEDICATION FROM THE
CENTERLINE OF GURLER ROAD
MIDLAND IRA CSG 2
NEW ACCESS ROAD
RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES
~1000' AND 0.8 % OF PROPERTY. ACCESS
LOTHSON GARY LOTHSON GARY DRAWING TITLE
ROAD CONSTRUCTION TO FOLLOW
17852 S 1ST ST, DEKALB, IL 17852 S 1ST ST, DEKALB, IL COUNTY RULES USING BITUMINOUS
60115 60115 AGGREGATE MIXTURE 6 INCHES THICK.
SITE PLAN
SCALE 1
RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES
0 1" 2"
1" = 100'
SHEET
PV1
1
DRAWING SHEETS AND CONTENTS NOT TO BE DISTRIBUTED WITHOUT EXPLICIT WRITTEN CONSENT FROM NEW ENERGY EQUITY LLC. DRAWING SCALE ACCURATE WHEN THIS PAGE IS PRINTED ON 24"x36" PAPER.
NEW ENERGY EQUITY, LLC SUNVEST SOLAR INC.
2530 RIVA ROAD, SUITE 200 25 NORTH RIVER LANE
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21041 GENEVA, IL 60134
NEWENERGYEQUITY.COM SUNVEST.COM
443-267-5012 262-527-1200
PROJECT ADDRESS
LAT: 41°53'36.42"N
8801-8999 GURLER RD
LONG: 88°46'15.23"W
DEKALB, IL 60115
SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
SYSTEM SIZE DC 2.8917 MW
SYSTEM SIZE AC 2.0000 MW
DC/AC RATIO 1.445
AZIMUTH 180
TILT 25°
MODULE COUNT 8262
MODULE TYPE REC 350TP72
MODULE STC RATING 350 W
INVERTER COUNT 34
[30] CPS SCA60KTL-DO/US
INVERTER TYPE
[4] CPS SCA50KTL-DO/US
INVERTER POWER 60kW
RACKING TBD
MONITORING ALSO ENERGY
DESIGN CRITERIA
MIN/MAX TEMP. -25°C / 32°C
WIND SPEED (ASCE 7-10) 105 MPH
BUILDING CATEGORY I
EXPOSURE CATEGORY C
GROUND SNOW LOAD 25 PSF
BUILDING HEIGHT 0'-0"
OTHER NOTES
FIRE DEPARTMENT WILL HAVE ACCESS VIA
A KNOX PRODUCT ACCEPTABLE TO BOTH
THE DEPARTMENT AND DEVELOPER
DEVELOPED SOLAR FARM WILL HAVE
RUNOFF CONDITIONS SIMILAR TO THE
EXISTING FARMED FIELD.
REVISIONS
# DESCRIPTION BY DATE
0 ORIGINAL DESIGN KHC 4/16/2018
1 CO-LOCATION UPDATE KHC 4/27/2018
2 CUP UPDATES BC 7/11/2018
3 CUP UPDATES KHC 8/20/2018
4 UPDATED SINGLE LINE KHC 9/17/2018
5 CUP UPDATES KHC 11/6/2018
6
7
DRAWN BY
KEVIN CORCORAN
PROJECT NAME
MIDLAND IRA CSG 2
DRAWING TITLE
RACKING DETAIL
SCALE 1
0 1" 2"
NTS
SHEET
PV2
1
DRAWING SHEETS AND CONTENTS NOT TO BE DISTRIBUTED WITHOUT EXPLICIT WRITTEN CONSENT FROM NEW ENERGY EQUITY LLC. DRAWING SCALE ACCURATE WHEN THIS PAGE IS PRINTED ON 24"x36" PAPER.
NEW ENERGY EQUITY, LLC SUNVEST SOLAR INC.
2530 RIVA ROAD, SUITE 200 25 NORTH RIVER LANE
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21041 GENEVA, IL 60134
NEWENERGYEQUITY.COM SUNVEST.COM
443-267-5012 262-527-1200
PROJECT ADDRESS
LAT: 41°53'36.42"N
8801-8999 GURLER RD
LONG: 88°46'15.23"W
DEKALB, IL 60115
FIRE DEPARTMENT WILL HAVE ACCESS VIA
A KNOX PRODUCT ACCEPTABLE TO BOTH
THE DEPARTMENT AND DEVELOPER SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
SYSTEM SIZE DC 2.8917 MW
SYSTEM SIZE AC 2.0000 MW
TOP RAIL 12' - 0" DC/AC RATIO 1.445
AZIMUTH 180
1 58" O.D. PIPE FRAMING
TILT 25°
MODULE COUNT 8262
MODULE TYPE REC 350TP72
MODULE STC RATING 350 W
INVERTER COUNT 34
[30] CPS SCA60KTL-DO/US
INVERTER TYPE
[4] CPS SCA50KTL-DO/US
3" CORNER 2" LINE POST INVERTER POWER 60kW
PULL POST RACKING TBD
MONITORING ALSO ENERGY
DESIGN CRITERIA
CENTER RAIL
7' - 0"
MIN/MAX TEMP. -25°C / 32°C
WIND SPEED (ASCE 7-10) 105 MPH
BUILDING CATEGORY I
STRETCH BAR EXPOSURE CATEGORY C
GROUND SNOW LOAD 25 PSF
BUILDING HEIGHT 0'-0"
OTHER NOTES
FIRE DEPARTMENT WILL HAVE ACCESS VIA
A KNOX PRODUCT ACCEPTABLE TO BOTH
2" THE DEPARTMENT AND DEVELOPER
FINISHED GRADE
DEVELOPED SOLAR FARM WILL HAVE
RUNOFF CONDITIONS SIMILAR TO THE
HINGES EXISTING FARMED FIELD.
TENSION WIRE DOUBLE
GATE
3' - 0"
REVISIONS
# DESCRIPTION BY DATE
0 ORIGINAL DESIGN KHC 4/16/2018
3" 1 CO-LOCATION UPDATE KHC 4/27/2018
4" GATE 2 CUP UPDATES BC 7/11/2018
POST
3 CUP UPDATES KHC 8/20/2018
4 UPDATED SINGLE LINE KHC 9/17/2018
5 CUP UPDATES KHC 11/6/2018
4" 6
7
DRAWN BY
KEVIN CORCORAN
PROJECT NAME
MIDLAND IRA CSG 2
DRAWING TITLE
FENCE DETAIL
SCALE 1
0 1" 2"
NTS
SHEET
PV3
1
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WITHIN GROUND MOUNTED ARRAY EQUIPMENT PAD EQUIPMENT PAD UTILITY OWNED EQUIPMENT
600A ACCUMULATION
SOLAR MODULES CPS 60kW INVERTER #1
PANEL #1
100A
NEW ENERGY EQUITY, LLC SUNVEST SOLAR INC.
2530 RIVA ROAD, SUITE 200 25 NORTH RIVER LANE
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21041 GENEVA, IL 60134
NEWENERGYEQUITY.COM SUNVEST.COM
443-267-5012 262-527-1200
CPS 60kW INVERTER #6
PROJECT ADDRESS
LAT: 41°53'36.42"N
8801-8999 GURLER RD
LONG: 88°46'15.23"W
DEKALB, IL 60115
100A
SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
SYSTEM SIZE DC 2.8917 MW
400A ACCUMULATION SYSTEM SIZE AC 2.0000 MW
CPS 60kW INVERTER #7
PANEL #2
DC/AC RATIO 1.445
AZIMUTH 180
TILT 25°
100A
MODULE COUNT 8262
MODULE TYPE REC 350TP72
MODULE STC RATING 350 W
INVERTER COUNT 34
SECTION #3 2200 kVA STEP-UP TRANSFORMER [30] CPS SCA60KTL-DO/US
SECTION #1 SECTION #2 INVERTER TYPE
CPS 60kW INVERTER #10 GENERATOR 480V Y - Δ INTERCONNECTION VOLTAGE [4] CPS SCA50KTL-DO/US
ACCUMULATION CUSTOMER METER
DISCONNECT MEANS UTILITY VOLTAGE TO BE DETERMINED
INVERTER POWER 60kW
RACKING TBD
FUSED MV OVERHEAD DISCONNECT UTILITY METER TO UTILITY
100A MONITORING ALSO ENERGY
600A
400A
M DESIGN CRITERIA
MIN/MAX TEMP. -25°C / 32°C
CPS 60kW INVERTER #27
400A ACCUMULATION
PANEL #7
M WIND SPEED (ASCE 7-10)
BUILDING CATEGORY
105 MPH
I
EXPOSURE CATEGORY C
400A
100A
GROUND SNOW LOAD 25 PSF
BUILDING HEIGHT 0'-0"
400A
15A OTHER NOTES
CPS 60kW INVERTER #30 LOW VOLTAGE SWITCHGEAR FIRE DEPARTMENT WILL HAVE ACCESS VIA
3200A 80% RATED 3 PHASE, 4 WIRE, NEMA 3R A KNOX PRODUCT ACCEPTABLE TO BOTH
THE DEPARTMENT AND DEVELOPER
100A DEVELOPED SOLAR FARM WILL HAVE
AUX LOADS
RUNOFF CONDITIONS SIMILAR TO THE
EXISTING FARMED FIELD.
400A ACCUMULATION 5 kVA STEP-DOWN TRANSFORMER
CPS 50kW INVERTER #31 FOR AUXILIARY LOADS
PANEL #8
REVISIONS
90A
# DESCRIPTION BY DATE
0 ORIGINAL DESIGN KHC 4/16/2018
1 CO-LOCATION UPDATE KHC 4/27/2018
2 CUP UPDATES BC 7/11/2018
3 CUP UPDATES KHC 8/20/2018
CPS 50kW INVERTER #34
4 UPDATED SINGLE LINE KHC 9/17/2018
5 CUP UPDATES KHC 11/6/2018
6
90A
7
DRAWN BY
KEVIN CORCORAN
PROJECT NAME
MIDLAND IRA CSG 2
DRAWING TITLE
SINGLE LINE
SCALE 1
0 1" 2"
NTS
GENERATION CAPACITY LISTED IN TITLE BLOCK AS SYSTEM SIZE AC
SHEET
POINT OF COMMON COUPLING, DISTRIBUTION LINE, AND PROPERTY
LINES SHOWN IN SITE PLAN
E1
1
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NEW ENERGY EQUITY, LLC SUNVEST SOLAR INC.
2530 RIVA ROAD, SUITE 200 25 NORTH RIVER LANE
6' 10' ANNAPOLIS, MD 21041 GENEVA, IL 60134
SWITCHGEAR WITH METERING, NEWENERGYEQUITY.COM SUNVEST.COM
BREAKERS, AND DISCONNECT 443-267-5012 262-527-1200
PROJECT ADDRESS
LAT: 41°53'36.42"N
8801-8999 GURLER RD
LONG: 88°46'15.23"W
DEKALB, IL 60115
SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
SYSTEM SIZE DC 2.8917 MW
SYSTEM SIZE AC 2.0000 MW
DC/AC RATIO 1.445
AZIMUTH 180
TILT 25°
MODULE COUNT 8262
TRANSFORMER
MODULE TYPE REC 350TP72
7'-6"
MODULE STC RATING 350 W
INVERTER COUNT 34
[30] CPS SCA60KTL-DO/US
INVERTER TYPE
[4] CPS SCA50KTL-DO/US
INVERTER POWER 60kW
RACKING TBD
MONITORING ALSO ENERGY
CONCRETE EQUIPMENT PAD
DESIGN CRITERIA
MIN/MAX TEMP. -25°C / 32°C
WIND SPEED (ASCE 7-10) 105 MPH
BUILDING CATEGORY I
10' EXPOSURE CATEGORY C
GROUND SNOW LOAD 25 PSF
BUILDING HEIGHT 0'-0"
OTHER NOTES
20' FIRE DEPARTMENT WILL HAVE ACCESS VIA
A KNOX PRODUCT ACCEPTABLE TO BOTH
THE DEPARTMENT AND DEVELOPER
DEVELOPED SOLAR FARM WILL HAVE
RUNOFF CONDITIONS SIMILAR TO THE
EXISTING FARMED FIELD.
REVISIONS
# DESCRIPTION BY DATE
0 ORIGINAL DESIGN KHC 4/16/2018
1 CO-LOCATION UPDATE KHC 4/27/2018
2 CUP UPDATES BC 7/11/2018
3 CUP UPDATES KHC 8/20/2018
4 UPDATED SINGLE LINE KHC 9/17/2018
5 CUP UPDATES KHC 11/6/2018
6
7
DRAWN BY
KEVIN CORCORAN
PROJECT NAME
MIDLAND IRA CSG 2
DRAWING TITLE
SWITCHGEAR DETAIL
SCALE 1
0 1" 2"
NTS
SHEET
E2
1
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NEW ENERGY EQUITY, LLC SUNVEST SOLAR INC.
2530 RIVA ROAD, SUITE 200 25 NORTH RIVER LANE
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21041 GENEVA, IL 60134
NEWENERGYEQUITY.COM SUNVEST.COM
443-267-5012 262-527-1200
PROJECT ADDRESS
LAT: 41°53'36.42"N
8801-8999 GURLER RD
LONG: 88°46'15.23"W
DEKALB, IL 60115
SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
SYSTEM SIZE DC 2.8917 MW
SYSTEM SIZE AC 2.0000 MW
DC/AC RATIO 1.445
AZIMUTH 180
TILT 25°
MODULE COUNT 8262
MODULE TYPE REC 350TP72
MODULE STC RATING 350 W
INVERTER COUNT 34
[30] CPS SCA60KTL-DO/US
INVERTER TYPE
[4] CPS SCA50KTL-DO/US
INVERTER POWER 60kW
RACKING TBD
MONITORING ALSO ENERGY
DESIGN CRITERIA
MIN/MAX TEMP. -25°C / 32°C
WIND SPEED (ASCE 7-10) 105 MPH
BUILDING CATEGORY I
EXPOSURE CATEGORY C
GROUND SNOW LOAD 25 PSF
BUILDING HEIGHT 0'-0"
OTHER NOTES
FIRE DEPARTMENT WILL HAVE ACCESS VIA
A KNOX PRODUCT ACCEPTABLE TO BOTH
THE DEPARTMENT AND DEVELOPER
DEVELOPED SOLAR FARM WILL HAVE
RUNOFF CONDITIONS SIMILAR TO THE
EXISTING FARMED FIELD.
REVISIONS
# DESCRIPTION BY DATE
0 ORIGINAL DESIGN KHC 4/16/2018
1 CO-LOCATION UPDATE KHC 4/27/2018
2 CUP UPDATES BC 7/11/2018
3 CUP UPDATES KHC 8/20/2018
4 UPDATED SINGLE LINE KHC 9/17/2018
5 CUP UPDATES KHC 11/6/2018
6
7
DRAWN BY
KEVIN CORCORAN
PROJECT NAME
MIDLAND IRA CSG 2
DRAWING TITLE
EQUIPMENT DOCUMENTS
SCALE 1
0 1" 2"
NTS
SHEET
E3
1
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NEW ENERGY EQUITY, LLC SUNVEST SOLAR INC.
2530 RIVA ROAD, SUITE 200 25 NORTH RIVER LANE
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21041 GENEVA, IL 60134
NEWENERGYEQUITY.COM SUNVEST.COM
443-267-5012 262-527-1200
PROJECT ADDRESS
LAT: 41°53'36.42"N
8801-8999 GURLER RD
LONG: 88°46'15.23"W
DEKALB, IL 60115
SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
SYSTEM SIZE DC 2.8917 MW
SYSTEM SIZE AC 2.0000 MW
DC/AC RATIO 1.445
AZIMUTH 180
TILT 25°
MODULE COUNT 8262
MODULE TYPE REC 350TP72
MODULE STC RATING 350 W
INVERTER COUNT 34
[30] CPS SCA60KTL-DO/US
INVERTER TYPE
[4] CPS SCA50KTL-DO/US
INVERTER POWER 60kW
RACKING TBD
MONITORING ALSO ENERGY
DESIGN CRITERIA
MIN/MAX TEMP. -25°C / 32°C
WIND SPEED (ASCE 7-10) 105 MPH
BUILDING CATEGORY I
EXPOSURE CATEGORY C
GROUND SNOW LOAD 25 PSF
BUILDING HEIGHT 0'-0"
OTHER NOTES
FIRE DEPARTMENT WILL HAVE ACCESS VIA
A KNOX PRODUCT ACCEPTABLE TO BOTH
THE DEPARTMENT AND DEVELOPER
DEVELOPED SOLAR FARM WILL HAVE
RUNOFF CONDITIONS SIMILAR TO THE
EXISTING FARMED FIELD.
SIGNS ARE TO BE 10" WIDE #
REVISIONS
DESCRIPTION BY DATE
BY 7" HIGH AND PLACED 0
1
2
ORIGINAL DESIGN
CO-LOCATION UPDATE
CUP UPDATES
KHC
KHC
BC
4/16/2018
4/27/2018
7/11/2018
3 CUP UPDATES KHC 8/20/2018
EVERY 50' ALONG FENCE 4
5
6
UPDATED SINGLE LINE
CUP UPDATES
KHC
KHC
9/17/2018
11/6/2018
7
DRAWN BY
KEVIN CORCORAN
PROJECT NAME
MIDLAND IRA CSG 2
DRAWING TITLE
FENCE SIGNAGE
SCALE 1
0 1" 2"
NTS
SHEET
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1
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JOB NO.:
1814
DATE:
07.26.18
REVISIONS:
08.17.18
SEPARATE SEPARATE 11.09.18
PROJECT PROJECT
PLANTING CHAINLINK
DRAWN BY:
SECURITY KL
SEPARATE FENCING
PROJECT
CHAINLINK
SECURITY
SUNVEST SOLAR GARDEN
FENCING
8801-8999 Gurler Rd. DeKalb, Illinois
SUNVEST SOLAR INC.
25 North River Lane
Midland IRA CSG 1
LIMITS OF
Geneva, Illinois 60134
NATIVE SEED
AND LAWN SEED
c 2018 The Lannert Group, Inc.
(630) 208-8088
Community Consulting
Fax (630) 208-8050
CHAIN LINK http://www.lannert.com
SECURITY tlg @ lannert.com
FENCE
LIMITS OF
Planning
NATIVE SEED ACCESS ROAD
Lannert Group
AND LAWN SEED AND EQUIPMENT
DRAWING NAME: S:\Project Files\Active Jobs\2018 Jobs\1814 SunVest-DeKalb\Drawing Data\A-Exhibits\2018-11-09\1814_2018-11-09_dd.dwg DATE PRINTED: Nov 09, 2018 - 12:23pm
215 Fulton Street
Landscape Architecture
Geneva, Illinois 60134
3 MASA
9 PIBH
3 MASA 10 COCA
LOW LAWN
SEED MIX TO BE 7 PIVP 7 PIBH 7 PIVP 7 PIBH 7 PIVP 7 PIBH 7 PIVP 14 COCA
MOWED AND 7 SACN 7 VIDE 7 SACN 7 VIDE 7 SACN 7 VIDE 7 SACN 3 MASA
MAINTAINED 3 AMAB 3 CRWK 3 AMAB 3 CRWK 3 AMAB 3 CRWK 3 AMAB
NORTH
LANDSCAPE PLAN
150
INTERSTATE
100
88 TOP OF ROOT BALL SHALL BE 1-2"
2" LAYER OF MULCH. ABOVE FINISH GRADE IN SLOWLY DRAINING
DO NOT PLACE IN SOILS.
SCALE 1"= 50'
TOP OF ROOT BALL SHALL
CONTACT WITH TRUNK BE 2" ABOVE FINISH GRADE
BEFORE BACKFILLING.
4" SOIL SAUCER REMOVE BURLAP FROM TOP 1/3 OF CUT AND REMOVE BURLAP,
AROUND TREE ROOT BALL; CUT AND REMOVE AS TWINE, AND/OR WIRE FROM
MUCH WIRE BASKET AS POSSIBLE TOP 1/3 OF ROOT BALL.
NOTES: TRENCH.
VERTICALLY
FROM THE ROOT BALL. 2" LAYER OF MULCH.
50
1. THE EXISTING TREELINE ALONG THE WEST PROPERTY LINE OF CUT EDGE.
EXISTING GRADE (OR FINISH GRADE-
4" SAUCER AROUND PIT.
THE SUBJECT PROPERTY WILL REMAIN INTACT WITHOUT SEE SPECS.)
EXISTING GRADE (OR FINISH
DISRUPTION GRADE-SEE SPECS.)
2. LOW PROFILE NATIVE POLLINATOR SEED MIX WITHIN FENCED 8"
TYP. 0
PLANTING MIXTURE. TAMP FIRMLY WITH TRENCH. VERTICALLY CUT
AREA UNDER THE SOLAR ARRAY. REMAINDER OF SITE SHALL FOOT PRESSURE EDGE.
BE MOWED AND MAINTAINED. COMPACTED PLANTING MIXTURE. 6"
45° OR LESS
PLANTING MIX. SEE SPECS.
100
LOOSEN HARDPAN (MIN. 24") 8" COMPACTED PLANTING MIX.
BALL DIA. + 24" SEE SPECS.
(MIN. 2x ROOT BALL DIA.) LOOSEN HARD PAN (8" MIN.)
50
6' DIA. MIN. BALL DIA. + 12"
SHEET NUMBER
1 OF 1
JOB NO.:
1814
DATE:
07.26.18
REVISIONS:
08.17.18
11.09.18
LIMITS OF CHAIN LINK LIMITS OF
NATIVE SEED SECURITY FENCE NATIVE SEED
DRAWN BY:
KL
CHAIN LINK
5 PIVP SECURITY
1 AMAB FENCE
SUNVEST SOLAR GARDEN
8801-8999 Gurler Rd. DeKalb, Illinois
2 CRWK
1 AMAB
SUNVEST SOLAR INC.
7 PIBH
25 North River Lane
5-PIVP
Midland IRA CSG 2
1 CRWK
Geneva, Illinois 60134
2 AMAB
SEPARATE PROJECT
CHAINLINK SECURITY
FENCING
c 2018 The Lannert Group, Inc.
(630) 208-8088
Community Consulting
LOW LAWN
SEED MIX TO BE Fax (630) 208-8050
MOWED AND http://www.lannert.com
ACCESS ROAD
MAINTAINED
AND EQUIPMENT tlg @ lannert.com
Planning
Lannert Group
SEPARATE
PROJECT
DRAWING NAME: S:\Project Files\Active Jobs\2018 Jobs\1814 SunVest-DeKalb\Drawing Data\A-Exhibits\2018-11-09\1814_2018-11-09_dd.dwg DATE PRINTED: Nov 09, 2018 - 12:27pm
215 Fulton Street
CHAINLINK
Landscape Architecture
SECURITY
FENCING
Geneva, Illinois 60134
NOTES:
1. THE EXISTING TREELINE ALONG THE WEST PROPERTY LINE OF
THE SUBJECT PROPERTY WILL REMAIN INTACT WITHOUT
DISRUPTION
NORTH
2. LOW PROFILE NATIVE POLLINATOR SEED MIX WITHIN FENCED
AREA UNDER THE SOLAR ARRAY. REMAINDER OF SITE SHALL
LANDSCAPE PLAN
BE MOWED AND MAINTAINED.
150
INTERSTATE
100
88 TOP OF ROOT BALL SHALL BE 1-2"
2" LAYER OF MULCH. ABOVE FINISH GRADE IN SLOWLY DRAINING
DO NOT PLACE IN SOILS.
SCALE 1"= 50'
TOP OF ROOT BALL SHALL
CONTACT WITH TRUNK BE 2" ABOVE FINISH GRADE
BEFORE BACKFILLING.
4" SOIL SAUCER REMOVE BURLAP FROM TOP 1/3 OF CUT AND REMOVE BURLAP,
AROUND TREE ROOT BALL; CUT AND REMOVE AS TWINE, AND/OR WIRE FROM
MUCH WIRE BASKET AS POSSIBLE TOP 1/3 OF ROOT BALL.
TRENCH. FROM THE ROOT BALL. 2" LAYER OF MULCH.
VERTICALLY 50
CUT EDGE. 4" SAUCER AROUND PIT.
EXISTING GRADE (OR FINISH GRADE-
SEE SPECS.)
EXISTING GRADE (OR FINISH
GRADE-SEE SPECS.)
8"
TYP. 0
PLANTING MIXTURE. TAMP FIRMLY WITH TRENCH. VERTICALLY CUT
FOOT PRESSURE EDGE.
COMPACTED PLANTING MIXTURE. 6" PLANTING MIX. SEE SPECS.
100
45° OR LESS
LOOSEN HARDPAN (MIN. 24") 8" COMPACTED PLANTING MIX.
BALL DIA. + 24" SEE SPECS.
(MIN. 2x ROOT BALL DIA.) LOOSEN HARD PAN (8" MIN.)
50
6' DIA. MIN. BALL DIA. + 12"
SHEET NUMBER
1 OF 1
From: Oak Properties
To: Olson, Dan
Subject: Zoning change Midland Trust c/o James Planey - for Gurler Rd.
Date: Thursday, February 04, 2021 2:57:09 PM
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Mr. Olson,
I'm writing to let you know I support the proposal for the zoning change.
I own the property at 2805 S 1st Street.
Thanks,
Elizabeth Beller
Managing member
Oak Properties Limited Partnership
3721 N. Spaulding Avenue
Chicago, IL 60618
773-447-2197