Zoning Board of Appeals

150 West Jefferson Street City of Joliet Joliet, IL 60432 Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes Board Members Ed Hennessy Vincent Alessio Charles McCauley Bob Nachtrieb Jim Riggs Colette Safford Brigette Roehr Thursday, May 20, 2021 2:00 PM City Hall, Council Chambers As Phase 4 of the Restore Illinois Plan continues, Governor Pritzker is moving Illinois forward to a Bridge to Phase 5 mitigation on Friday, May 14, 2021. In order to adhere to social distancing guidelines, the capacity in Council Chambers will remain at 18 members of the public. During meetings, any member of the public physically present in the Council Chambers in excess of the limit will be asked to wait in another room with live feed to the meeting until the Citizens To Be Heard on Agenda Items section or Public Comments section of the meeting has commenced. Speakers will be rotated into Council Chambers to allow everyone an opportunity to speak. Pursuant to the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity’s Guidelines, it is recommended that any individual appearing in-person wear a face-covering to cover their nose and mouth. Citizens who are unable to attend the meeting can email comments in advance of the meeting to publiccomment@joliet.gov. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL Present Vincent Alessio, Charles McCauley, Jim Riggs, Colette Safford and Brigette Roehr Absent Ed Hennessy and Bob Nachtrieb APPROVAL OF MINUTES April 15, 2021 Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes TMP-1559 Page 1 of 6 Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes May 20, 2021 Attachments: 041521 Minutes A motion was made by Vincent Alessio, seconded by Brigette Roehr, to approve: April 15, 2021 Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Alessio, McCauley, Riggs, Safford and Roehr CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS NOTE: There is a new temporary procedure for public speaking. Details can be found on the Joliet.gov “Public Comments” web page. This section is for anyone wanting to speak regarding items listed on the agenda . Anyone speaking on an agenda item is entitled to speak for a maximum of 4 minutes. It is not a question and answer period and staff and the Zoning Board of Appeals do not generally respond to public comments. Please note speakers who engage in conduct injurious to the harmony of the Zoning Board of Appeals shall be called to order by the Presiding Officer and may forfeit the opportunity to speak. OLD BUSINESS: PUBLIC HEARING During the Public Hearing, members of the public will be allowed to present evidence and ask questions subject to the rules of the meeting. PETITION 2021-19: A Special Use Permit for a public truck TMP-1620 CNG fueling station and private truck fleet CNG fueling and parking lot, located at 2951 Mound Road. ***Withdrawn by Petitioner*** Attachments: ZBA 2021-19 and 26 (2951 Mound Road) Staff Report Packet This petition was withdrawn by the petitioner. NEW BUSINESS: PUBLIC HEARING During the Public Hearing, members of the public will be allowed to present evidence and ask questions subject to the rules of the meeting. PETITION 2021-22: A Variation for a community identification TMP-1618 display sign, located at 1990 W. Jefferson Street. Attachments: 2021-22 thru 2021-24 Combined ZBA Staff Report A motion was made by Brigette Roehr, seconded by Vincent Alessio, to table: PETITION 2021-22: A Variation for a community identification display sign, located at 1990 W. Jefferson Street. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Alessio, McCauley, Riggs, Safford and Roehr PETITION 2021-23: A Variation for a community identification TMP-1623 display sign, located at the southwest corner of Route 6 & Page 2 of 6 Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes May 20, 2021 Walnut Street. Attachments: 2021-22 thru 2021-24 Combined ZBA Staff Report A motion was made by Brigette Roehr, seconded by Vincent Alessio, to table: PETITION 2021-23: A Variation for a community identification display sign, located at the southwest corner of Route 6 & Walnut Street. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Alessio, McCauley, Riggs, Safford and Roehr PETITION 2021-24: A Variation for a community identification TMP-1624 display sign, located at southwest corner of Theodore Street & Essington Road. Attachments: 2021-22 thru 2021-24 Combined ZBA Staff Report A motion was made by Brigette Roehr, seconded by Vincent Alessio, to table: PETITION 2021-24: A Variation for a community identification display sign, located at southwest corner of Theodore Street & Essington Road. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Alessio, McCauley, Riggs, Safford and Roehr PETITION 2021-25: A Special Use Permit for a year-round TMP-1619 indoor and outdoor entertainment venue, including a haunted house located at 401 Woodruff Road. Attachments: ZBA 2021-25 (401 Woodruff Road) Staff Report Packet Mr. Jim Torri read the staff report into the record. Ms. Anne Junia, 230 W. Huron, Chicago, IL & Mr. Bryan Kopp, 5050 River Road, Schiller Park, IL, appeared on behalf of this petition. Mr. Kopp gave a presentation on the proposed outdoor entertainment venue and haunted house . Ms. Amy Sanchez, 1602 Stratford Ct., appeared in support of the petition on behalf of the Collins Street Neighborhood Council. Ms. Sanchez asked how traffic will affect the nearby neighborhoods and she asked if the company plans to apply for a liquor license. Ms. Sanchez would like for the petitioner to reach out to the nearby neighbors to discuss the traffic pattern. Ms. Roehr asked if there is a concern with safety from trespassers breaking into the Joliet Penitentiary property, which is adjacent to this development. Ms. Roehr asked if resources will be available to help with securing the property. Mr. Torri stated that City Staff is concerned with traffic overflow and visitors crossing Collins Street. Mr. Torri said the petitioner is working with the Joliet Police Department to come up with a plan for patrons crossing Collins Street during events. Ms. Roehr asked if security cameras are in place, Mr. Torri said the Page 3 of 6 Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes May 20, 2021 property is secured. Ms. Jayne Bernhard added that the President of the Joliet Area Historical Museum does not have any security concerns at this time. The only concern is circulation of traffic. Ms. Junia stated the petitioners are interested in applying for liquor licensing in the future and they are open to input when the time comes. Ms. Junia stated that all events are very well staffed and the petitioners will provide safe and fun events. Ms. Junia stated the petitioner will work hand and hand with the City of Joliet to ensure safe events. Mr. Riggs asked if any one else would like to speak on behalf of this petition. No one came forward. A motion was made by Charles McCauley, seconded by Vincent Alessio, to approve: PETITION 2021-25: A Special Use Permit for a year-round indoor and outdoor entertainment venue, including a haunted house located at 401 Woodruff Road. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Alessio, McCauley, Riggs, Safford and Roehr PETITION 2021-26: A Variation to allow three above-ground TMP-1621 engine fuel tanks in conjunction with CNG fueling facility on lot 2, located at 2951 Mound Road. ***Withdrawn by Petitioner*** Attachments: ZBA 2021-19 and 26 (2951 Mound Road) Staff Report Packet This petition was withdrawn by the petitioner. PETITION 2021-27: A Special Use Permit for a truck terminal TMP-1625 including truck service and repair; truck wash facility; commercial truck sales; rental and leasing; truck and trailer parking; and office space, located at 175 McDonald Avenue. Attachments: 2021-27 175 McDonald Avenue - Combined ZBA Staff Report Mr. Jim Torri read the staff report into the record. Mr. Nathaniel Washburn, 111 N. Ottawa Street appeared on behalf of the petition. Mr. Washburn came forward to answer any questions. Mr. Riggs asked if any one would like to speak on behalf of this petition. No one came forward. A motion was made by Vincent Alessio, seconded by Brigette Roehr, to approve: PETITION 2021-27: A Special Use Permit for a truck terminal including truck service and repair; truck wash facility; commercial truck sales; rental and Page 4 of 6 Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes May 20, 2021 leasing; truck and trailer parking; and office space, located at 175 McDonald Avenue. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Alessio, McCauley, Riggs, Safford and Roehr PETITION 2021-28: A Special Use Permit for a tire repair and TMP-1641 sales center, located at 3100 Channahon Road. Attachments: 2021-28 - 3100 Channahon Road - Combined ZBA Staff Report Mr. Jim Torri Read the staff report into the record. Mr. Tom Osterberger, 111 N. Ottawa Street, appeared on behalf of the petition. Mr. Riggs asked if any one else would like to speak on behalf of this petition. No one came forward. A motion was made by Brigette Roehr, seconded by Colette Safford, to approve: PETITION 2021-28: A Special Use Permit for a tire repair and sales center, located at 3100 Channahon Road. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Alessio, McCauley, Riggs, Safford and Roehr PETITION 2021-29: A Special Exception for a temporary TMP-1622 mobile unit to be located at the rear of the property, located at 92 Barney Drive. Attachments: 2021-29 (92 Barney Drive) Staff Report Packet Mr. Jim Torri read the staff report into the record. Mr. Julius Caesar, 22394 Woodland Ln., Frankfort, IL appeared on behalf of this petition. Ms. Roehr asked if city staff will follow-up with this special exception after the expiration date. Mr. Torri stated the Planning Department will follow up with this in a year. Mr. Alessio asked if the petitioner would have to come back in for an additional exception. Mr. Torri stated that city staff will not support any further extension of this exception. Mr. Riggs asked if any one else would like to speak on behalf of this petition. No one came forward. A motion was made by Colette Safford, seconded by Brigette Roehr, to approve: PETITION 2021-29: A Special Exception for a temporary mobile unit to be located at the rear of the property, located at 92 Barney Drive. Page 5 of 6 Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes May 20, 2021 The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Alessio, McCauley, Riggs, Safford and Roehr OLD/NEW BUSINESS—NOT FOR FINAL ACTION OR RECOMMENDATION PUBLIC COMMENT NOTE: There is a new temporary procedure for public speaking. Details can be found on the Joliet.gov “Public Comments” web page. This section is for anyone wanting to speak regarding items listed on the agenda . Anyone speaking on an agenda item is entitled to speak for a maximum of 4 minutes. It is not a question and answer period and staff and the Zoning Board of Appeals do not generally respond to public comments. Please note speakers who engage in conduct injurious to the harmony of the Zoning Board of Appeals shall be called to order by the Presiding Officer and may forfeit the opportunity to speak. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Jim Riggs to adjourn the meeting. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Alessio, McCauley, Riggs, Safford and Roehr This meeting will be held in an accessible location. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact Christa M. Desiderio, City Clerk, 150 West Jefferson Street, Joliet, Illinois 60432 at (815) 724-3780. Page 6 of 6