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LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Skokie Plan Commission, Thursday, July 18, 2024, Village of Skokie, 5127 Oakton Street, Skokie, Illinois 60077, at 7:30 P.M., to consider the following: NEW ACTION TAKEN 2024-18P – Zoning Chapter Amendment: Recreation Facilities, Dance Halls, Racquetball, Handball and Tennis Courts Approved as presented The Village is requesting an amendment to Appendix A, and any other related sections of the Skokie Village Code to establish recreation facilities, 8-0-1 dance halls, racquetball, handball and tennis courts as a special use in the TX Transit Mixed-Use Zoning District. 2024-19P – Special Use Permit: 4919 Main Street Approved as Pickledilly, LLC, on behalf of 4820 & 4901, LTD, requests a special use presented permit for a recreation facility in a TX Transit Mixed-Use zoning district, and any other relief that may be discovered during the review of this case. 8-0-1 PINs: 10-21-402-072-0000, 10-21-402-073-000, 10-21-402-084-0000, 10-21-402-085-0000, 10-21-402-086-0000, 10-21-402-087-0000, Item of relief 10-21-402-107-0000 accepted 8-0-1 FOR YOUR INFORMATION: Plans and related documents are available at the Planning Division office at Village Hall Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. 847-933-8447 SPECIAL AID: Available upon request for the disabled. Call 847/673-0500 or email info@skokie.org. This notice is for information purposes only. Published in the Skokie Review on June 20, 2024. Paul Luke, Chairman Written comments can be submitted by email to publiccomments@skokie.org or by mail to Village of Skokie, Attn: Community Development Director, 5127 Oakton Street, Skokie, Illinois, 60077; or via the Village’s drop box located by the public entry to Village Hall. VOSDOCS-#620146-v1-Legal_Notice_of_Public_Hearing_for_Plan_Commission_Meeting_of_2024-07-18  Meeting Agenda Plan Commission Meeting Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 7:30 P.M. Village of Skokie Council Chambers 5127 Oakton Street Skokie, IL 60077 I. Call to Order/Declaration of Quorum II. Roll Call III. Approval of Minutes from June 6, 2024 meeting IV. New Business 2024-18P – Zoning Chapter Amendment: Recreation Facilities, Dance Halls, Racquetball, Handball and Tennis Courts Pickledilly, LLC, is requesting an amendment to Appendix A, and any other related sections of the Skokie Village Code to establish recreation facilities, dance halls, racquetball, handball, and tennis courts as a special use in the TX Transit Mixed-Use Zoning District. 2024-19P – Special Use Permit: 4919 Main Street Pickledilly, LLC, on behalf of 4820 & 4901, LTD, requests a special use permit for a recreation facility in a TX Transit Mixed-Use zoning district, and any other relief that may be discovered during the review of this case. PIN: 10-21-402-072-0000, 10-21-402-073-0000, 10-21-402-084-0000, 10-21-402-085-0000, 10-21- 402-086-0000, 10-21-402-087-0000 and 10-21-402-107 V. Old Business VI. Public Comment (for non-agenda items) August 1, 2024 meeting has been cancelled due to lack of cases. Next Meeting will be on August 15, 2024, at 7:30 P.M. VII. Adjournment Written comments can be submitted by email to publiccomments@skokie.org or by mail to Village of Skokie, Attn: Johanna L. Nyden, Community Development Director, 5127 Oakton Street, Skokie, Illinois, 6077; or via the Village’s drop box located by the public entry to Village Hall. VOSDOCS-#609406-v16-Meeting_Agenda_-_Plan_Commission_  Draft – Not Approved Plan Commission Meeting Minutes Date: June 6, 2024 PLAN COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Luke - Chair Scott Berman, Vijai Gupta, Tali Gevaryahu, and Erica Crohn-Minchella PLAN COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT: Jeff Burman, Vice-Chair, Cindy Franklin, and Ross Mathee There is 1 vacancy on the Commission. STAFF PRESENT: Tyler Kobylski, Asst Corp. Counsel, Johanna Nyden, Community Dev. Dir., Jose Acosta, Planning Coordinator, Justin Malone, Neighborhood & Housing Coordinator, Joe Maschek, Appearance Commissioner & Housing Sub- Committee member, and Marlene Bargamian, Admin Asst. (I) CALL TO ORDER A quorum being present, Chair Luke called the meeting to order at 7:30 PM. (II) APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion to approve the minutes of the May 16, 2024 meeting was made by Commissioner Scott Berman and seconded by Commissioner Tali Gevaryahu. Ayes: Unanimous voice vote. The motion passes. (III) RULING ON NOTICE Assistant Corporation Counsel Kobylski determined that notices were proper and correct in all cases. (IV) CASE DESCRIPTIONS Case 2024-13P – Comprehensive Plan Chapter Amendment: Housing # 620004 Plan Commission meeting minutes June 6, 2024  Draft – Not Approved The Village Manager of the Village of Skokie is requesting a Comprehensive Plan Chapter Amendment to Chapter 6 – Housing to update and revise themes that cater to the future housing needs of Skokie residents. After discussion and community input, the Housing Sub-Committee of the Plan Commission has drafted an update to the Village of Skokie’s Comprehensive Plan Housing Chapter. Joe Maschek, member of the Appearance Commission and Housing Sub- Committee of the Plan Commission presented the draft of the new Housing Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan. He gave a brief background of the Housing Sub-Committee which was established by the Village Board and formed from members of various commissions, committees, and community members to review, discuss, and provide recommendations for a new Housing Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan. They held seven meetings from October 2023 through May 2024 where they brainstormed and revised the current chapter. They held community events, and created a survey online as well as distributed paper copies. They focused on 4 main themes: community enhancement to support a greater sense of community in the neighborhoods; flexibility in housing types allowing a broader mix of housing development; reasonable standards that cater to the needs of current families and assists longtime residents and homeowners; and reinvest and retain to encourage a variety of housing types through housing policy and supporting adaptive reuse and modifications to existing housing stock. Vijai Gupta was hoping to find specific language addressing affordability. It was explained that the Comprehensive Plan is viewed more as a guide map and is not designed to have specific housing policies as an ordinance. Commissioner Berman commented that Skokie, with it’s1950s housing, continues to grow but should be flexible and encourage ADUs (accessory dwelling unit) with Village guidance. Mr. Maschek acknowledged and thanked staff for assistance with researching and supplying demographic and population information. He had nothing more to add and is hoping for a positive recommendation from the Plan Commission. Case 2024-16P – Special Use Permit: 8266 Lincoln Avenue 8266 Lincoln, LLC, on behalf of RPL Lincoln, LLC, requests a special use permit for a child day care not in a residence in a TX Mixed-Use zoning district, relief from §118-184(a) to provide two 5’ side yards rather than the required 6’ # 620004 Plan Commission meeting minutes June 6, 2024  Draft – Not Approved minimum, relief from §118-212(a)(1) to provide a 16’-wide aisle width adjacent to 90° parking spaces rather than the required 24’, relief from §118-212(i)(10) to provide a 3’-wide walkway at the rear of a building or structure behind which aisle parking provided rather than the required 5’ minimum, relief from §118-185(c)(6) to have less than 50% of the wall area that is between 2 and 12 feet above grade be occupied by windows and/or entry doors, and relief from §118-233(e) to provide no parking lot trees rather than 1 tree for every 15 parking spaces within the interior of the parking area, and any other relief that may be discovered during the review of this case. PIN: 10-21-404-014-0000 Glen Udell, attorney for RPL Lincoln, LLC presented the case and introduced the developer, Paul Leongas, and Matt Knopf of Higher Ground Education of which Guidepost Montessori School is a subsidiary. They are requesting a special use permit for a single tenant (Guidepost Montessori School) in a new 2-story building on this property. Guidepost is corporate owned and known worldwide with130 locations in China, Spain, Austria as well as locations in the USA and Canada. They will provide learning experiences for up to 151 children age 6 months to 6 years with a staff of 17. The chairman asked what attracted them to the site. Mr. Knopf stated that he is familiar with the area being a resident of the north side of Chicago and from working in the industry, knows the long wait lists that are generated for well-run educational facilities. He also mentioned that they usually like to locate close to elementary schools and near Whole Foods. Jose Acosta, Planning Coordinator, requested that the staff report be accepted as amended. Of the 5 items of relief that were originally included in this proposal, staff found that relief requested to allow a 3’ walkway at the rear of a building rather than the required 5’ is not necessary when the parking layout and walkway from the site plan was examined further. Therefore, only 4 items of relief were discussed. Staff is supportive of the request. According to the Village Code, the parking requirement for a day care facility of this size not in a residence is 23 parking spaces. However, only 7 off-street parking spaces can be provided. Relief from the parking requirement cannot be applied for because the property is in a mixed-use district. As a result, a “payment in lieu” into the parking fund is needed prior to the issuance of building permits for the shortage of 16 parking spaces. Staff did note that there is street parking on Lincoln and on Laramie Avenues. There are 3 spaces directly in front of the building on Lincoln to be designated at drop-off & pick-up spaces. # 620004 Plan Commission meeting minutes June 6, 2024  Draft – Not Approved Other items of relief include (2) 5’ side yards on the north & south lot lines instead of the required 6’; 16’ wide drive aisle adjacent to 90° parking rather than the required 24’; having at least 50% of wall area between 2’ and 12‘above grade by windows and/or entry doors; and lastly, no parking lot tree necessary due to the lack of space. Commissioner Scott Berman asked to have building elevations displayed. He commented that the 2-story brick building shows no emergency exit or windows along the side elevations allowing air and light. He inquired if the case has gone before the Appearance Commission. Staff informed the commissioners that the case will still need to obtain a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Appearance Commission before it is sent to the Trustees of the Village Board for final disposition. Mr. Berman stated his reluctance in voting on this case now as he doesn’t wish to pre-empt the Appearance Commission’s decision. Another commissioner, Vijai Gupta, asked about an evacuation plan. Community Development Director Nyden, stated that the Fire Dept. reviewed the plans and signed off on them. Tali Gevaryahu asked about any traffic concerns with drop-off & pick-up. Mr. Knopf offered that the school has a staggered plan in place allowing a 2 ½ hour window in the morning for drop-off (7:30 AM to 10:00 AM) and a 3 ½ hour pick-up window (2:30 PM to 6:00PM) to avoid any congestion. He also reiterated that beyond the 7 spaces in the parking lot, there is 90-minute street parking on Lincoln and parking on Laramie as well as the 3 spaces in front of the building. The Traffic Engineering Department considered the parking plan to be adequate. Erica Minchella commented that parents don’t just drop off their kids and go – they walk their children into a building and get them settled in. She also cautioned that staggering starting and pick-up times for families with multiple children won’t work if the staggering is done by age. Ms. Nyden added that there are various parking lots for downtown business’ employees to park such as on Floral Avenue and at the train station. She has worked with Guidepost in a different municipality where they have a similar set- up with enrollment numbers and only 3 parking spaces. She also mentioned that people from the neighborhood often walk their children to school. It is also possible that one car could take two children. Parking issues could be modified if a problem arises. Mr. Knopf acknowledged that at their downtown Chicago and Wicker Park locations, there is no parking. At Montessori schools, the bell does not ring for the start or end of the school day. The curriculum is individual guided learning so the staggered timing helps and kids begin when they arrive. In the family # 620004 Plan Commission meeting minutes June 6, 2024  Draft – Not Approved orientation packet, drop-off and pick-up procedures are included. He also informed the commission that they have staff that use public transit. There were no interested parties in the audience and no public comments received. Case 2024-17P – Zoning Chapter Amendment: Modifications to Outdoor Dining Regulations The Village of Skokie requests modifications to §118-93 Food Establishments and Food Service Requirements of the Skokie Village Code to amend certain outdoor dining regulations and any other modifications that may be required as determined by Village staff during the review of this case. Justin Malone, Neighborhood & Housing Coordinator, presented the case and requested the staff report to be accepted into the record as written. There has been a lot of interest in adding outdoor dining components to restaurants since the pandemic. There have been 2 cases recently which came to staff’s attention that prompted a review of outdoor dining regulations. Currently outdoor dining is only allowed as a permitted use in TX, CX, B3, B4, and H1 zoning districts. An appearance before the Plan Commission and Village Board is required to obtain a special use permit for an outdoor patio in NX, B1, B2, B6, and M1 zoning districts. With an interest in expediting the process and eliminating additional fees and time, a change is being proposed to grant outdoor dining as a permitted use in all commercial and mixed-use zoning districts with staff level approval. Any application requesting relief from the standard outdoor dining regulations (extended hours, season, or building structure) would necessitate a meeting before the Zoning Board for approval. The chairman commented that it is a hurdle to go to several meetings just for an outdoor dining area approval and asked if the process would become simplified with just an annual renewal fee, if approved. Commissioner Berman asked if the rules would still apply regarding hours, noise, and trash. Commissioner Gupta suggested keeping administrative control through timely inspections. Chairman Luke mentioned the downtown restaurant that occupies on-street parking spaces for its outdoor space. It seems to be a very popular option. He asked if they would need to go before the Zoning Board going forward. Ms. Nyden stated that they are not taking up required parking spaces and the Village Manager gave them permission. # 620004 Plan Commission meeting minutes June 6, 2024  Draft – Not Approved (V) RECOMMENDATIONS AND VOTING Case 2024-13P A motion was made to accept the draft of updated Comprehensive Plan Chapter 6: Housing. Motion: Crohn-Minchella Second: Gupta Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Case 2024-16P A motion was made to approve as amended the request for a child day care not in a residence at 8266 Lincoln Avenue in a TX Mixed-Use zoning district. Motion: Gevaryahu Second: Crohn-Minchella Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 A motion was made to accept the 4 items of relief: §118-184(a) to provide two 5’ side yards rather than the required 6’ minimum, §118-212(a)(1) to provide a 16’-wide aisle width adjacent to 90° parking spaces rather than the required 24’, §118-185(c)(6) to have less than 50% of the wall area that is between 2 and 12 feet above grade be occupied by windows and/or entry doors, and §118-233(e) to provide no parking lot trees rather than 1 tree for every 15 parking spaces within the interior of the parking area, Motion: Berman Second: Gevaryahu Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 # 620004 Plan Commission meeting minutes June 6, 2024  Draft – Not Approved Case 2024-17P A motion was made to approve the modifications to §118-93 Food Establishments and Food Service Requirements of the Skokie Village Code to amend certain outdoor dining regulations. Motion: Berman Second: Gupta Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 (VI) ITEMS FOR COMMUNICATION There is no meeting on June 20, 2024 and, of course, July 4, 2024. The next regularly scheduled meeting will take place on July 18, 2024. (VII) ADJOURNMENT Chair Luke adjourned the meeting at 8:41 PM. Respectfully submitted, Marlene Bargamian, Administrative Assistant # 620004 Plan Commission meeting minutes June 6, 2024 STAFF REPORT 2024-18P: Zoning Chapter Amendment Community Development Department Council Chambers, 7:30 PM, July 18, 2024 To: Paul Luke, Chairman, Skokie Plan Commission From: Jose Acosta, Planning Coordinator Case: 2024-18P: Zoning Chapter Amendment Recreation Facilities, Dance Halls, Racquetball, Handball, and Tennis Courts in Transit Mixed-Use zoning district Related Case – 2024-19P: Special Use Permit General Information Petitioner Pickledilly, LLC Purpose To amend Appendix A, and any other related sections of the Skokie Village Code to establish recreation facilities, dance halls, racquetball, handball and tennis courts as a special use in the TX Transit Mixed-Use zoning district. PETITIONER’S SUBMITTAL Pickledilly, LLC, is requesting to amend Appendix A, and any other related sections of the Skokie Village Code to establish recreation facilities, dance halls, racquetball, handball and tennis courts as a special use in the TX Transit Mixed-Use zoning district. The petitioner intends to operate an 11-court indoor pickleball facility at 4919 Main Street. STAFF ANALYSIS Comments Planning Services Division A recreation facility is currently a special use in the B2 and B3 districts, and is a permitted use in the B4 district. Many of the businesses falling under this use tend to be geared toward promoting physical activities, encouraging healthy lifestyles, and providing opportunities for leisure and enjoyment. These multifaceted establishments cater to diverse interests and preferences of Skokie residents. Section 118-181 of the Village Code identifies the TX Transit Mixed-Use district as intended for areas within 2,000 feet of rapid transit or adjacent to CX Core Mixed-Use districts. Buildings shall be designed to promote walking and pedestrian orientation, with curb cuts discouraged on retail streets. Ground floor uses on commercial streets must be reserved for retail and other service uses open to customers. Upper story uses VOSDOCS-#620522-v1-Staff_Report_-_2024-18P_- _Zoning_Chapter_Amendment__Recreation_Facilities__Dance_Halls__Racquetball__Handball_and_Tennis_Courts 1 of 2 may be other commercial uses or residences. Buildings can be up to 75 feet in height, compatible to uses in the residential districts that include multifamily housing, but must have a minimum of two usable floors along retail streets. Entire blocks shall be zoned TX, where possible, to increase opportunities for pedestrian-oriented site and building design, conveniently located public parking, and open spaces. The recreation facility proposed for 4919 Main Street is in a location well served by public transit and adjacent to the Skokie Valley Trail, bike and walking path, giving residents multiple ways to access the site. The site is also an example of adaptive reuse, the previously industrial building is able to accommodate space for multiple pickleball courts and other recreational activities in the TX districts that have previously lacked recreational uses. Access via public transit makes TX districts desirable places for recreation activity uses as it promotes walkability and creates places of interest in the Village where residents can spend time at the recreational and leisure activity locations and explore other businesses that the TX districts have to offer. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that Appendix of Chapter 118 Zoning of the Skokie Village Code be amended to add recreation facilities, dance halls, racquetball, handball and tennis courts as a special use in the TX Transit Mixed-Use zoning district. VOSDOCS-#620522-v1-Staff_Report_-_2024-18P_- _Zoning_Chapter_Amendment__Recreation_Facilities__Dance_Halls__Racquetball__Handball_and_Tennis_Courts 2 of 2 STAFF REPORT 2024-19P: Special Use Permit Community Development Department Council Chambers, 7:30 PM, July 18, 2024 To: Paul Luke, Chairman, Skokie Plan Commission From: Jose Acosta, Planning Coordinator Re: 2024-19P: Special Use Permit 4919 Main Street Related Case – 2024-18P: Zoning Chapter Amendment General Information Location 4919 Main Street Purpose To obtain approval for a special use permit for a recreation facility, dance hall, racquetball, handball, and tennis courts use. Petitioner Pickledilly, LLC Size of Site 259,593 square feet (5.96 acres) Existing Zoning & M2 Light Industry and TX Transit Mixed-Use (the multi-tenant Land Use building in which the proposed use would be located falls within the TX-zoned property) – alcoholic beverage production, tap room, special trades contractor, vacant industrial tenant space, vacant industrial building Adjacent Zoning & North TX Transit Mixed-Use – automotive repair facility Land Use South B6 Downtown Science and Technology – Illinois Science + Technology Park East M2 Light Industry – CTA Yellow Line, overhead electric utility lines West M2 Light Industry – Skokie Valley Trail Comprehensive Plan The site is designated as service employment. SITE INFORMATION • The site contains a 1-story multi-tenant industrial building at 4901-4919 Main Street and a 1-story industrial building at 4820 Searle Parkway. • The site is accessible from driveways at Main Street and Searle Parkway. • Overhead utilities run along the east side of the subject site. VOSDOCS-#620545-v2-Staff_Report_-_2024-19P_-_Special_Use_Permit__4919_Main_Street 1 of 8  Complete Streets  Public sidewalks are present on Main Street and Searle Parkway.  A bike route runs along Main Street. The Skokie Valley Trail multi-use path is located immediately to the west of the subject site.  Bicycle parking is available on the north end of the site by Sketchbook Brewing Co. via Main Street.  The site is served by the CTA 54A North Cicero/Skokie Blvd. and CTA 97 Skokie buses, which run along Skokie Boulevard, east of the subject site.  The CTA Yellow Line Oakton-Skokie Station is located about half a mile to the southeast of the subject site, at the southwest corner of Skokie Boulevard and Searle Parkway.  The site is within walking distance of shopping, services, schools, parks, and residential neighborhoods. PETITIONER’S SUBMITTAL The petitioner is requesting a special use permit for a recreation facility, dance hall, racquetball, handball, and tennis courts use at 4919 Main Street in an M2 Light Industry and a TX Transit Mixed-Use zoning district, and any relief discovered during the review of this case. The petitioner is proposing a membership-based indoor pickleball facility with 11 full-size courts, a half-court for training, and on-site parking. Yoga and stretch classes will be offered in the mornings for members and will take place within the proposed court space. The pickleball facility will be open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., with courts available for reservations, open play, and league play. It is anticipated that tournaments will be held at the site 1-2 times a year and the petitioner will work with nearby property owners to provide overflow parking for its visitors. With regards to the proposal, the petitioner states that: Skokie Pickledilly is a concept born from a strong desire to bring indoor pickleball more readily available to Skokie. We are firmly convinced that there is a significant demand for dedicated courts and that the facility will have a profoundly positive impact on the community. Pickleball is a rapidly growing sport that encourages active fun for people of all ages and pickleball will play a crucial role in Skokie, especially Main Street, as a pivotal social hub. Skokie Pickledilly’s vision is to establish a membership-based facility with competitive pricing, aiming to be a go-to place for people to meet and play. Skokie Pickledilly looked in several communities for a suitable location to establish an indoor pickleball facility. The team was immediately captivated with the building at 4901 [-4919] Main Street. Not only was it a spacious venue for multiple courts, but it was also strategically situated in Skokie making it the ideal spot for our community-driven Pickledilly facility. Realizing its proximity to Sketchbook Brewery, the potential projects on Main Street, and its accessibility via VOSDOCS-#620545-v2-Staff_Report_-_2024-19P_-_Special_Use_Permit__4919_Main_Street 2 of 8  the Yellow Line and Edens Expressway, the team was resolute in their belief that it would be an ideal location for a community pickleball facility. STAFF ANALYSIS Comments Staff reviews were sent to all pertinent departments. Staff comments on the subject case were received from the Forestry, Fire Prevention, Traffic Engineering, and Planning Services divisions. All other departments had no comments. Forestry Division Forestry Division staff has reviewed the existing landscaping conditions and has the following comment: • Please provide an existing tree survey that shows all trees on the property with notes of what will happen to the trees once the driveway is constructed along the west side of the 4820 Searle Parkway building. Fire Prevention The Fire Prevention Bureau staff has reviewed the proposed site and floor plans and requires the following information: • Provide information on the existing fire alarm and fire sprinkler systems. Include the location of the Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) and any additional hose drops or standpipe connections. • Provide the required number of fire hydrants on the site. • The length of the road and size of the building requires 2 separate roads for access that are 26’ wide each. • Provide the location of all overhead utilities. The overhead utilities shall not be located over aerial apparatus access roads. Traffic Engineering The Traffic Engineering Division staff has reviewed the proposed site plan and requires the following information: • Within the past year, parallel parking was added along the west wall of Sketchbook without the Village’s approval. These parking spaces are not allowed as this area has been designated as a “No Parking Zone” in order to maintain a code-compliant 2-way driveway. There is also an existing fire hydrant in this area which must remain unobstructed. Please remove the parallel parking spaces on the west side of Sketchbook and restore the “No Parking” pavement markings. VOSDOCS-#620545-v2-Staff_Report_-_2024-19P_-_Special_Use_Permit__4919_Main_Street 3 of 8  • The total parking spaces provided exceeds 100. As a result, five accessible spaces are required – 2 for Sketchbook and 3 for the proposed Pickledilly. The accessible parking spaces should be 8 feet wide with an 8-foot access aisle. Provide R7-8 and R7-I101 signs in front of the accessible parking spaces. Two parking spaces may share an access aisle, except for angled parking spaces. The access aisle may be located on either side of the vehicle space except for angled parking spaces, which shall have the access aisle located on the passenger side of the vehicle space. Please reconfigure the ADA parking for the Pickledilly. • Provide dimensions for all aisle widths within the parking lot. The aisle going north to south on each side does not have a dimension. A 13-foot minimum width is required for 45-degree parking spaces and a 17-foot minimum width is required for 60-degree parking spaces. • Any loading areas should be signed to advise visitors. Please add dimensions for the loading space for the proposed Pickledilly. The loading space requirement is 10 feet in width by 25 feet in length. This space must not encroach into the parking aisle width. • The required loading zone spaces for the vacant warehouse/storage is three. Three loading spaces are required for 40,000-100,000 square feet floor area of the establishment. These loading zone spaces will encroach into the parking lot aisles which would block vehicular access. Parking lot modifications must be made for any future industrial tenants who propose to move into this vacant space. These parking lot modifications may result in removing parking for the Pickledilly. • It is recommended to install “Do Not Enter” signs where needed. For example, a “Do Not Enter” sign is recommended for the exit that leads to Main Street. This helps deter drivers from entering a one-way driveway in the opposite direction. Planning Services Division The Planning Division recommends approval of the special use permit for a recreation facility, dancehall, racquetball, and tennis courts use in the TX Transit Mixed-Use district. The following issues must be addressed by the property owner prior to the hearing of the case by the Board of Trustees: • Indicate the locations of all existing and proposed bicycle parking locations at the property. • Provide driveway width dimensions for the one-way southbound driveway adjacent to spaces 1-10 as well as for the one-way northbound driveway east of spaces 11, 31, and 32. The petitioner intends to open the pickleball facility and utilize the gravel-paved area to the south of the proposed subject site for the parking lot, however staff will require that the lot be improved with paving, striping and signage by no later than June 30, 2025. VOSDOCS-#620545-v2-Staff_Report_-_2024-19P_-_Special_Use_Permit__4919_Main_Street 4 of 8 APPEARANCE COMMISSION A Certificate of Appropriateness will be required for the approval of the wall sign on the front façade elevation. The Appearance Commission will be required to review this case prior to the hearing of the case before the Village Board of Trustees. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS Staff recommends that the petitioner’s request for a special use permit for a recreation facility, dance hall, racquetball, handball, and tennis courts use at 4919 Main Street in an M2 Light Industry and a TX Transit Mixed-Use zoning district be APPROVED, based upon the Proposed Positive Findings of Fact and subject to the recommended and standard special use permit conditions. Staff further recommends that relief be granted from §118-233(e) of the Village Code to provide no parking lot trees rather than the required 1 tree for every 15 parking spaces within the interior of the parking area. RECOMMENDED SPECIAL USE CONDITIONS 1. Prior to the hearing of the subject case before the Board of Trustees, the petitioner must revise the Overall Site Plan to provide information on the existing fire alarm & fire sprinkler systems. Include the location of the Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) and any additional hose drops or standpipe connections. 2. Prior to the hearing of the subject case before the Board of Trustees, the petitioner must revise the Overall Site Plan to include the following: a. The locations of the existing and proposed fire hydrants on the site. b. The locations of all overhead utilities. c. The addition of a third accessible parking space within the new parking lot between 4919 Main Street and 4820 Searle Parkway. d. The labeling of dimensions for all aisle widths within the parking lot. The aisle going north to south on each side does not have a dimension. A 13- foot minimum width is required for 45-degree parking spaces and a 17- foot minimum width is required for 60-degree parking spaces. e. The labeling of the width for the exit driveway that leads to Main Street. A 14-foot minimum width is required for one-way vehicular operations. f. The labeling of dimensions for the loading space for the proposed Pickledilly. The loading space requirement is 10 feet in width by 25 feet in length. This space must not encroach into the parking aisle width. g. The locations of all existing and proposed bicycle parking locations at the property. VOSDOCS-#620545-v2-Staff_Report_-_2024-19P_-_Special_Use_Permit__4919_Main_Street 5 of 8  h. The labeling of driveway width dimensions for the one-way southbound driveway adjacent to spaces 1-10 as well as for the one-way northbound driveway east of spaces 11, 31, and 32. i. Provide dimensions for all aisle widths within the parking lot. A 13-foot minimum width is required for 45-degree parking spaces and a 17-foot minimum width is required for 60-degree parking spaces. j. Submit an existing Tree Survey to the Forestry Division with notes of what will happen to the trees once the driveway is constructed along the west side of the 4820 Searle Parkway building. 3. In the event of pickleball tournaments or other special events being hosted at the subject site, the petitioner must apply for a special event permit and submit a parking agreement or plans for additional temporary parking at a location separate from 4919 Main Street. 4. All parking lot improvements, including paving, striping, and signage, must be completed by no later than June 30, 2025. STANDARD SPECIAL USE CONDITIONS 5. The petitioner must operate the proposed use in substantial conformance with the final Village approved Site Plan dated, Floor Plan dated June 14, 2024, and Elevations dated June 14, 2024. 6. All fencing, walls, sidewalks, driveways, curbs, wheel stops, parking areas, signage, landscaping, structures, and any other facilities or infrastructure on the Subject Property must be maintained in a good state of repair, and when needed, be repaired or replaced in a timely manner. 7. Due to new parking, lighting is required. Provide lighting plan in accordance with IES and Section 118-212 (k) lighting. Parking lot and exterior lighting must meet IES standards, be full cut-off design and be directed away from adjacent properties, subject to the approval of the Engineering Division. 8. All off-street parking spaces must be legibly striped and maintained. 9. All modifications to building elevations, signage, and landscaping shall be subject to the review and approval of the Skokie Appearance Commission. 10. All signage must conform to the Skokie Village Code. Any sign on the Subject Property that is in violation of that Code must be removed or modified to conform with the Village Code prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit. 11. Vehicles must always be parked between, and not overlap, the striped lines of designated parking spaces and must not block driveways, sidewalks, aisles, or other points of access. 12. All private and public sidewalks must be maintained free of snow, ice, sleet, or VOSDOCS-#620545-v2-Staff_Report_-_2024-19P_-_Special_Use_Permit__4919_Main_Street 6 of 8  other objects that may impede travel. 13. All buildings must meet current International Building and NFPA Life Safety Codes as amended. 14. Prior to the issuance of building permits, the petitioners must submit to the Planning Division of the Community Development Department the name, address, and telephone number of the company and contact person responsible for site maintenance in compliance with the special use permit. 15. If work is to be performed on public property or if public property is utilized or impacted during construction and/or development, the owner shall provide, or shall cause the developer and/or contractor to provide, the Village of Skokie with a certificate of insurance naming the Village of Skokie as additionally insured for any and all claims related to any and all work. The owner shall hold, and shall cause the developer and/or contractor to hold, the Village of Skokie harmless and indemnify the Village for any and all claims for property damage or personal injury related to work on or use of public property. 16. The petitioners shall comply with all Federal and State statutes, laws, rules and regulations and all Village codes, ordinances, rules, and regulations. 17. Failure to abide by any and all terms of this Ordinance shall be cause for the Village to initiate hearings to determine whether the subject Ordinance, as well as any applicable business licenses, should be revised or revoked. 18. The petitioners shall pay all costs related to any hearings conducted as a result of non-compliance with any of the provisions of the enabling ordinance. The costs shall include but not be limited to court reporter fees, attorney fees, and staff time required researching and conducting said hearing ATTACHMENTS 1. Proposed Positive Findings of Fact for 2024-19P 2. Overall Site Plan, dated July 12, 2024 3. Rendered Floor Plan, dated June 14, 2024 4. Aerial View, dated June 14, 2014 5. Interior View, dated June 14, 2014 6. Front Elevation, dated June 14, 2024 7. ALTA/ACSM Land Title Survey, dated June 2, 2003 8. Aerial and Zoning Map, dated July 12, 2024 VOSDOCS-#620545-v2-Staff_Report_-_2024-19P_-_Special_Use_Permit__4919_Main_Street 7 of 8 Proposed Positive Findings of Fact 2024-19P: Special Use Permit Community Development Department Council Chambers, 7:30 PM, July 18, 2024 Consideration Finding The request is consistent with the intent of the The request for a special use permit for a Comprehensive Plan. recreation facility, dance hall, racquetball, handball, and tennis courts use is consistent with the intent of the retail/service employment land use identified in the Comprehensive Plan. The request will not adversely affect adjacent There should be no adverse effects created properties. by the proposed use upon the adjacent properties or businesses. The request is compatible with the existing or The request is compatible with the existing or allowable uses of adjacent properties. allowable uses in the area. The request demonstrates that adequate public Adequate public facilities will exist to serve facilities, including roads, drainage, utilities, the requested use, provided that the and police and fire protection exist or will exist additional required fire hydrants are installed to serve the requested use at the time such within the subject site. facilities are needed. The request demonstrates adequate provision Adequate provision for maintenance and use for maintenance and use of the associated of the associated structures is demonstrated structures. by the request. The request has considered and, to the degree No adverse effects on the environment will possible, addressed the adverse effects on the be created by the proposed use. natural environment. The request will not create undue traffic Undue traffic congestion will not be created congestion. by the proposed use. The petitioner will work with nearby property owners to accommodate any overflow parking generated by tournaments that will be hosted at Pickledilly. The request will not adversely affect public There should be no adverse effect upon health, safety, and welfare. public health, safety, and welfare. The request conforms to all applicable Other than the petitioner’s request to provide provisions of this code, except where relief is no parking lot trees within the new parking granted with the request. lot between 4919 Main Street and 4820 Searle Parkway, the request conforms to all applicable provisions of this code. VOSDOCS-#620545-v2-Staff_Report_-_2024-19P_-_Special_Use_Permit__4919_Main_Street 8 of 8  2024-19P - Special Use Permit: 4919 Main Street Legend Zoning and Development Zoning B2: Commercial B3: Business B6: Downtown Science and Technology CX: Core Mixed-use M2: Light Industry R2: Single Family Residential R4: Multifamily Housing TX: Transit Mixed-Use 0 300 600 Print Date: 7/12/2024 Notes ft Disclaimer: The GIS Consortium and MGP Inc. are not liable for any use, misuse, modification or disclosure of any map provided under applicable law. This map is for general information purposes only. Although the information is believed to be generally accurate, errors may exist and the user should independently confirm for accuracy. The map does not constitute a regulatory determination and is not a base for engineering design. A Registered Land Surveyor should be consulted to determine precise location boundaries on the ground.