The village board of trustees hereby finds that buildings, landscaping, fences and other structures, streets, curbs, sidewalks, and street lighting which exist within the context of an established neighborhood are elements that contribute to and preserve the character of the community, constitute the unique aspects that distinguish neighborhoods from each other, provide for a diversity of housing styles and sizes at various price points, and enhance and maintain property values. The village board of trustees further finds that compatibility of a building's architectural style, size, mass, roofline, height, building materials, color, and grading with its surrounding neighborhood contribute to the maintenance of property values and stability within its residential districts. (Ord. 2007-24, 7-9-2007)

The purpose of this chapter is to:

   A.   Promote the public health, safety, comfort, convenience and general welfare of the village.

   B.   Enhance the aesthetic qualities and economic values within areas developed for business and industrial purposes in the village.

   C.   Establish a reasonable transition between business, industrial, and residential land uses in the village.

   D.   Ensure the safe and efficient movement of vehicular traffic and pedestrians.

   E.   Protect and preserve environmental resources.

   F.   Implement the village's adopted comprehensive land use plan, as may be amended from time to time. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

   A.   Required Compliance: All applicants for a rezoning, planned development, or special use permit for property located within the following districts and those districts which may hereafter be created, as well as all applicants for the following types of building permits for property located within the following zoning districts and those districts which may hereafter be created shall comply with the standards for development set forth in this chapter: a new building; building addition; or modification to a nonresidential building that has maintained a vacancy of greater than fifty percent (50%) of that building's gross floor area for a period of at least six (6) months:

ER-1 Estate residence district.

R-1 Single-family residence district.

R-2 Single-family residence district.

R-2A Single-family residence district.

R-2B Single-family residence district.

R-2C Single-family residence district.

R-3 General residence district.

R-4 Multiple-family dwelling residence district.

R-5 Multiple-family dwelling high rise district.

B-1 Neighborhood business district.

B-2 Community business district.

B-3 General service business district.

B-4 Automotive Service Business District.

R-R Hotel-Motel Resort and Recreational District.

O-D Office District.

Business Park Planned Unit Development District of 75 to 250 acres.

Planned Unit Development District of 250 acres or more.

OTP Old Town Preservation District. (Ord. 2008-14, 3-24-2008; amd. 2012 Code; Ord. 2014-46, 10-27-2014)

   B.   Minor Modifications: This chapter shall not, however, apply to minor interior or exterior modifications which do not affect the type or intensity of use, or substantially alter the facade of the building.

   C.   Old Town: Standards of development which are specific to the Old Town District are presented in chapter 11 of this title. In all instances, the provisions of chapter 11 of this title shall supersede those of this chapter. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

   D.   Single-Family Residence Buildings:

      1.   All new buildings or building additions in the Estate, Single-Family, and General Residence Districts identified in subsection A of this section shall be compatible with the existing buildings in the surrounding neighborhood in which the new building or building addition is proposed to be located. The compatibility of new buildings or building additions with the surrounding neighborhood shall be determined on the basis of architectural style, size, mass, height, building materials, roofline, color, and grading, and as more fully identified herein. Should the building and zoning official make a determination that a proposed building or addition in any Single-Family Residence District is not compatible with the surrounding neighborhood, the owner of the subject property shall be required to comply with the requirements of this chapter pursuant to a review by the Planning and Zoning Commission and approval by the Village Board. (Ord. 2007-24, 7-9-2007; amd. 2012 Code; Ord. 2014-48, 10-27-2014)

      2.   Section 11-4-4-1 of this chapter establishes the standards to be used in evaluating compatibility and in recommending modifications to increase the level of compatibility of a proposed building or building addition with the character of the surrounding neighborhood in which the building or building addition is proposed to be located. The Village Board may amend these standards from time to time to reflect changes in development trends or standards as and when necessary.

      3.   For purposes of this subsection, the term "surrounding neighborhood" is defined as follows:

         a.   The full block on which the subject property is located, including both sides of the street.

         b.   The block face in both directions, if the subject property is a corner lot.

         c.   The adjoining block face to the rear of the subject property.

         d.   The general character of the larger neighborhood in which the subject property is located, two (2) blocks in each direction from the subject property. (Ord. 2007-24, 7-9-2007)

All site development associated with permitted and special uses in the districts specified under subsection 11-4-3A of this chapter shall comply with the following:

   A.   Setback, Bulk And Sign Regulations: Principal and accessory buildings and structures shall comply with yard and setback requirements, floor area and height limitations, and sign regulations applicable to the district in which the use is located, or as may otherwise be modified as part of a special use permit or planned development.

   B.   Vehicular Access:

      1.   Number: The number of points of vehicular ingress and egress to individual lots shall be limited to maximize the safety and operational efficiency of Bloomingdale's arterial streets and collector roadways. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

      2.   Location, Number And Design: The location, number and design of access drives shall be reviewed by the Village Engineer and coordinated with adjacent uses and properties to provide for safe and efficient movement of vehicles. Where possible, cross easements between properties shall be provided to minimize the number of drives required on adjacent public streets. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. 2012 Code; Ord. 2017-42, 11-13-2017)

      3.   Review By Other Agencies: Vehicular access to a site is subject to review by the Bloomingdale fire protection district and by state and county highway authorities where appropriate.

   C.   Pedestrian Access:

      1.   Streets/Drives: Sidewalks, not less than five feet (5') wide, shall be provided along all streets and access drives to provide safe pedestrian access to, through and from multiple- family R-4 and R-5 residence districts, and the nonresidential districts identified in subsection 11-4-3A of this chapter.

      2.   Paths/Linkages: Pedestrian linkages in the form of sidewalks or paths shall also be provided where required to implement linkages depicted on the comprehensive land use plan, as may be amended from time to time.

      3.   Parking: Where parking is proposed to be located perpendicular to sidewalks, walks shall be increased to a minimum of seven feet (7') in width.

   D.   Off Street Parking And Loading:

      1.   Compliance With Village Regulations: Parking and loading spaces and drive aisles shall be provided according to standards and specifications included in chapter 13 of this title.

      2.   Truck Parking:

         a.   Trucks which are accessory to the conduct of a permitted use may be parked on an individual lot, provided such vehicles do not exceed one and one-half (11/2) tons' capacity. Delivery vehicles may, however, exceed this capacity when deliveries are made at the rear of the building.

         b.   The parking of trucks bearing a sign or signs shall be according to regulations set forth in subsection 11-14-8M of this title.

      3.   Accessibility For Persons With Disabilities: The petitioner shall demonstrate compliance with the Illinois accessibility code and Americans with disabilities act, as may be amended from time to time.

   E.   Architecture:

      1.   Design:

         a.   Buildings constructed in the R-4 and R-5 districts and in the nonresidential districts referenced in subsection 11-4-3A of this chapter shall be designed to blend with the site and surrounding development.

         b.   The use of brightly colored materials or surfaces on multiple-family structures or nonresidential buildings which attract attention to the premises in the same manner as a sign shall be prohibited.

         c.   All four (4) facades of nonresidential structures constructed on outlots in a shopping center shall be well articulated and designed to reflect the fact that they will be visible to the general public.

         d.   The use of exposed downspouts on nonresidential structures shall be prohibited, unless they can be designed into the column or support structure of a canopy or otherwise be "hidden" by the design of the building. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

      2.   Materials:

         a.   Consistent with existing development in the village, multiple-family residential buildings and nonresidential buildings shall be constructed primarily of masonry materials. Masonry materials shall consist of clay brick and natural stone. In business park districts, precast concrete panels and compressed masonry units (CMUs) will be permitted. The building commissioner may approve the use of cultured stone products in limited applications as an exterior accent. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. Ord. 2012-27, 6-11-2012)

         b.   The use of vinyl, aluminum or other metal siding shall be prohibited in the R-4 and R-5 districts and nonresidential districts referenced in subsection 11-4-3A of this chapter.

         c.   All exposed chimney chases shall be clad with brick.

         d.   Cedar or other approved wood siding may be used as an accent, trim, and as siding on the second stories of multiple- family residential structures.

         e.   The use of pine on a residential or nonresidential structure for fascia boards or other trim shall be prohibited.

      3.   Antimonotony: In order to avoid monotonous streetscapes in the R-3 and R-4 districts that could occur with multi-family development, a written antimonotony standard shall be prepared that includes, but is not limited to, the following:

         a.   Exterior siding and trim shall vary in color to avoid monotonous streetscapes. Changes in color styling between buildings shall be subtle rather than provide sharp or harsh contrast.

         b.   Buildings with identical elevations shall not be sited directly adjacent to or opposite from one another unless otherwise approved by the village board. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

      4.   Accent Lighting: Low level accent lighting on the building facades shall be permitted, provided the accent lighting does not attract attention to the premises in the same manner as a sign (see definition of "sign" in section 11-14-3 of this title). Foot-candle intensities associated with proposed accent lighting shall be included in the photometric plan submitted for planning and zoning commission and village board review (see subsection H of this section). (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. Ord. 2014-48, 10-27-2014)

   F.   Mechanical Equipment:

      1.   All roof mounted mechanical equipment including, but not limited to, heating, ventilating and air conditioning units (HVAC) shall be fully screened on all sides of the building. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

      2.   Screening shall be accomplished by the roof structure or parapet walls unless otherwise recommended by the planning and zoning commission and approved by the village board. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. Ord. 2014-48, 10-27-2014)

      3.   Screening shall be designed to blend with and complement the architecture of the building.

      4.   The height of the parapet walls, roof structure, or other approved method of screening shall equal the height of the tallest rooftop unit installed on the building.

   G.   Landscaping:

      1.   Landscape Plan:

         a.   A landscape plan (preferably prepared by a licensed landscape architect) shall be submitted with all applications for site plan review, and shall be subject to review and recommendation of approval by the village.

         b.   All areas of the site which are not paved shall be landscaped with trees, shrubs, ground cover and flowers to:

            (1)   Slow surface water runoff.

            (2)   Restrict blowing trash and litter.

            (3)   Deter improper access or use of the site by the public.

            (4)   Improve the visual quality of the site.

         c.   The landscape plan shall include identification of species, size and location of plant materials and all other landscape treatments including, but not limited to:

            (1)   Berms.

            (2)   Fences.

            (3)   Ground covers.

            (4)   Ornamental or accent lighting.

            (5)   Paving materials.

            (6)   Areas proposed to be planted with grass seed or sod.

         d.   Trees and shrubs shall be keyed into a plant list which gives quantities, sizes, botanical names and specifics as to the form of the plants.

         e.   Upon installation, trees shall not be less than the following sizes:

            (1)   Shade trees: Three inch (3") caliper, as measured twelve inches (12") above grade.

            (2)   Evergreen: Six feet (6') tall.

            (3)   Ornamental: Six feet (6') tall if multistem, and two and one-half inches (21/2") in caliper if single stem.

         f.   Final landscape plans shall be required when a petitioner is seeking final plan approval as part of a rezoning, planned development, special use or variation. The plan shall be superimposed on a grading plan so that the relationship between proposed plantings and grades can be evaluated.

      2.   Quality Control:

         a.   The village reserves the right of inspection and rejection upon delivery at the site, or during the progress of the landscape work, for size and condition of balls or roots, diseases, insects and latent defects or injuries. Rejected plants shall be removed immediately from the site.

         b.   All plant materials shall be maintained per standard nursery practice and kept alive and in good condition or replaced. Trees and shrubs shall be replaced as necessary to maintain landscaping in accordance with approved plans. Trees and/or shrubs used to replace dead, diseased, or damaged trees and/or shrubs shall be equal to or greater than sizes originally specified on the approved landscape plan.

      3.   Screening: Where a multiple-family R-4 or R-5 use or a nonresidential district or use abuts or is across the street from a low or medium density residential district or use (R-1, R-2, or R-3 district), or an institutional district or use, screening shall be provided in accordance with the following:

         a.   A landscaped berm, fence, wall, or combination thereof shall be installed to provide year round screening. Placement of the landscape screen shall not impair the safety of pedestrian or vehicular traffic.

         b.   Where off street parking is visible from a public right of way, screening shall be at least five feet (5') tall, as measured from the curb of the adjacent street, upon installation.

         c.   Where off street parking or loading abuts a residential or institutional use or district, screening shall be not less than five feet (5') tall, upon installation.

         d.   Plant materials used for screening shall comply with minimum sizes set forth in subsection G1e of this section.

         e.   Screening shall be incorporated into the landscape plan prepared for the project and shall require review and recommendation of approval by the village. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

      4.   Perimeter Yards: Minimum requirements for perimeter yards and landscape plantings shall, unless otherwise recommended by the planning and zoning commission and village board, be as follows: (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. Ord. 2014-48, 10-27-2014)

         a.   Front Yard: Perimeter landscaping shall include the first thirty feet (30') of a required front yard. Parking and drive aisles shall not be permitted in this minimum thirty feet (30'). This shall not, however, apply to drives which are perpendicular to the street and provide access to the site.

         b.   Interior Side And Rear Yards:

            (1)   A minimum ten foot (10') wide perimeter yard shall be provided around the side and rear property lines of a property where a nonresidential use or district abuts another nonresidential use or district.

            (2)   Where a nonresidential use or district abuts a residential or institutional use or district, a minimum twenty foot (20') wide perimeter yard shall be provided around the side and rear property lines. Landscape screening shall be required according to subsection G3 of this section.

         c.   Landscape Requirements: In those instances where landscape screening is not required according to subsection G3 of this section, shade, evergreen and/or ornamental trees shall be installed in perimeter yards, at a ratio of not less than one tree for every thirty (30) linear feet of front, side and rear yards. Trees may be informally clustered or grouped, rather than equally spaced. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

      5.   Tree Mitigation: Tree mitigation may be required for new construction in districts identified in subsection 11-4-3A of this chapter. The removal of existing trees greater than six inches (6") in caliper, as measured twelve inches (12") above grade, shall not occur in these districts unless approved by the village board. In such instances, where the village board determines, based upon recommendation by the planning and zoning commission, that development cannot take place without the removal of trees six inches (6") or greater in caliper, the removal of existing trees shall be mitigated as follows:

         a.   Trees shall be replaced according to a tree replacement plan that is subject to review by the planning and zoning commission and approval by the village. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. Ord. 2014-48, 10-27-2014)

         b.   Replacement trees shall consist of high quality hardwood trees not less than three inches (3") in caliper.

         c.   Unless otherwise approved by the village, the cumulative caliper of replacement trees shall equal the cumulative caliper of trees removed for development. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

   H.   Lighting: Plans for parking lot, security, landscape, walkway, accent, and building mounted lighting shall comply with the provisions of chapter 20, "Exterior Lighting", of this title. (Ord. 2013-19, 4-22-2013)

   I.   Utility Meters/Transformers:

      1.   Wall mounted utility meters and ground supported transformers shall be painted to match the color of the building.

      2.   If visible to the public, meters and transformers shall be screened by landscaping which, upon installation, shall equal the height of the tallest meter or transformer.

   J.   Trash Enclosure:

      1.   Trash receptacles shall be enclosed by masonry walls, designed to match the building.

      2.   Enclosures shall be constructed to be equal or taller than the tallest bin proposed for use.

      3.   Trash enclosures shall be provided with:

         a.   Gates to contain trash.

         b.   A concrete pad and approach apron to bear the weight of trash bins and refuse vehicles, respectively.

   K.   Outdoor Storage:

      1.   All business, services, storage, merchandise display and processing shall be conducted entirely within an enclosed building, with the exception of:

         a.   Off street parking and loading areas.

         b.   Open sales lots.

         c.   Outdoor sales of products for automobile service stations, provided they are related to servicing motor vehicles.

         d.   Display of seasonal accessory products, sidewalk sales, and promotional programs. See standards and procedures set forth in section 11-5-5 of this title, regulations addressing temporary uses.

      2.   All outdoor storage areas for accessory uses and products shall be enclosed by a fence, wall or plant materials adequate to conceal such facilities from adjacent properties and public rights of way. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

The provisions of this section apply to the estate, single- family and general residence districts.

   A.   Building Placement On The Lot: The placement of buildings on their lots and, specifically, the proximity of the buildings to the adjacent rights of way establishes the overall relationship of the built environment to the streetscape. This pattern should be respected in the construction of new buildings or additions thereto. Accordingly, the front building setback should be no less than the mean front building setback of the buildings on the entire block face on which the proposed building or addition is to be located.

   B.   Roofing: Required roof pitch should be no less than four to twelve (4:12), and all shingles should be of an architectural design grade.

   C.   Building Mass: Placement of a building under one large roof volume is discouraged.

   D.   Hierarchy Of Massing: Emphasis should be placed on the building entry as the prominent feature of the building, de-emphasizing the garage.

   E.   Roof Pitch: If a building uses a single roof style, such as a hip, then the roof pitch should be common throughout. The roof pitch of a building proposed to be constructed in an existing neighborhood should be compatible with the predominant roof pitch of the existing buildings on the block face on which the subject building is proposed to be located.

   F.   Overhangs: Roof overhangs/eaves should not be less than twelve inches (12").

   G.   Building Facades: All facades should be equally treated as important elevations by way of articulation throughout and there should be consistent use of exterior building materials (e.g., if brick is used on the front facade of a building, then it should also be used on the other facades of the building).

   H.   Window Finish And Detailing: All windows should have trim detailing.

   I.   Window Placement And Use: Random, irregular placement of windows should be avoided. Large expanses of wall area without windows should be avoided.

   J.   Window Proportion: Window openings and windowpanes should be square or of greater height than width and should be similarly proportioned throughout the entire building.

   K.   Shutters: Where proposed, shutters should consist of wood or other material to simulate wood, should be of louvered or paneled construction, and each be exactly one-half (1/2) the width of the window sash to which they are adjacent to simulate functional shutters.

   L.   Dormers: Dormers should either be part of a habitable space or a space that can properly simulate a habitable space with respect to size, location, and related elements of such simulation. Dormers should be enhanced with windows and other architectural elements consistent with the rest of the building and should have a symmetrical form. Dormers should be in scale with the overall proportion of the building and are generally more appropriate for more steeply pitched roofs, having a pitch equal to or greater than five to twelve (5:12).

   M.   Antimonotony: Buildings should not create monotony due to extreme similarities with adjacent buildings in the surrounding neighborhood.

   N.   Landscaping: Subject properties must comply with chapter 16 of this title, the village tree preservation provisions. A landscaping plan shall be submitted which shall provide for perimeter as well as foundation plantings. Further, the area on the lot to be cleared should be no greater than the footprint of the building, plus a ten foot (10') buffer area surrounding the subject building's perimeter, in order to preserve as much existing vegetation on the subject property as possible.

   O.   Overlapping Gables: Minimize the use of overlapping gables which are typically appropriate only when a smaller gable is part of a balcony, porch, or entrance or, in rare instances, when they are appropriate for the architectural style of the building.

   P.   Scale: The scale of a new building, inclusive of any addition thereto, should be compatible with the scale of existing buildings in the surrounding neighborhood. Such design elements as porches, porticoes, bay windows, dormers, and pergolas can increase compatibility of larger new buildings with smaller existing buildings which may predominate the streetscape in certain neighborhoods within the village.

   Q.   Materials: New buildings should use materials and textures compatible to those of neighboring buildings in existing neighborhoods and appropriate to the chosen architectural style of the new building to reinforce the neighborhood's image. Stucco and EIFS type treatments are appropriate only in accent areas and applications where stucco would be used. They should not replicate other architectural details (such as sills, dentils, etc.).

   R.   Color: The color of all exterior building materials should be compatible with the surrounding neighborhood. Color schemes that draw attention to the building, such as very bright, neon type tints, should be avoided. A color palette of all proposed building colors, including that for trim, shall be submitted.

   S.   Ornamentation: Building ornamentation should draw from the surrounding streetscape, but should not exactly mimic the facades of neighboring buildings. It should be used with restraint and in consideration of the visual character of the neighborhood.

   T.   Architectural Style: Architectural stylistic integrity is encouraged. The style of architecture should be consistent throughout all facades of the building. Further, additions should be of the same architectural style as the existing building.

   U.   Chimney Materials: All chimneys located on exterior walls should be sheathed in brick or stone.

   V.   HVAC Equipment: All exterior HVAC equipment should be ground mounted and screened with landscaping or placed on the building's rooftop having a surrounding roof structure that is at least as tall as the tallest piece of HVAC equipment enclosed thereby. The HVAC equipment shall not be placed in any yard fronting a public right of way.

   W.   Roof Penetrations: All rooftop penetrations, including plumbing venting, attic vents, and chimney and fireplace flues, should be colored or painted to match the roof color.

   X.   Porches: Where appropriate, porches are encouraged and should have a depth of at least five feet (5') to make them functional spaces.

   Y.   Front Entrances: Entries should be ornamented with simple detailing consistent with the building's architectural style.

   Z.   Garage Doors: Garage bays with individual doors no wider than nine feet (9') are encouraged. Doublewide doors are discouraged.

   AA.   Architectural Interest: Incorporate bay windows or projecting rooms (e.g., a breakfast nook) to enhance facade articulation and interest.

   BB.   Grading: Site grading should complement the existing site topography and be consistent with the surrounding neighborhood streetscape, i.e., if buildings in the surrounding neighborhood do not have walk out basements, the subject property should not be regraded to provide a walk out basement. Reliance upon retaining walls to accomplish necessary grading may indicate inconsistency between proposed site grading and existing site topography.

   CC.   Building Additions: A proposed addition should be consistent with the scale, massing and other architectural elements of the existing building. Factors such as roofline, trim details, window type and placement and other design elements that affect exterior appearance will ensure compatibility with the building to which the addition will be made. (Ord. 2007-24, 7-9-2007)

New buildings or building additions in districts listed in subsection 11-4-3A of this chapter shall be reviewed according to the following procedures: (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

   A.   Planning And Zoning Commission/Village Board Review Generally: Drawings associated with an application for building permits for new construction, building additions, rezonings, planned developments, or special use permits for properties in multiple-family residential districts and nonresidential districts referenced in subsection 11-4-3A of this chapter shall be reviewed by the planning and zoning commission and approved by the village board. The planning and zoning commission shall verify that proposed construction will conform to standards of this chapter, as well as regulations of the zoning district in which the proposed construction will occur. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. Ord. 2014-48, 10-27-2014)

   B.   Old Town District: Chapter 11 of this title sets forth review procedures for properties in the old town district. Review by the planning and zoning commission and village board shall be required for building permits associated with new construction, building additions, rezoning, planned developments and special use permits in the old town district. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. 2012 Code; Ord. 2014-48, 10-27-2014)

   C.   Final Plan Versus Preliminary Plan:

      1.   The petitioner shall determine, in conjunction with the Village Administrator or appointed designee, whether or not preliminary plan approval or final plan approval should be requested. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

      2.   The level of detail submitted on drawings presented for Planning and Zoning Commission and Village Board review shall be commensurate with the petitioner's request. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. Ord. 2014-48, 10-27-2014)

      3.   Final plans, however, shall be approved by the Village prior to the issuance of a building permit. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

   D.   Distribution:

      1.   Plans shall be received not less than ten (10) working days prior to the scheduled meeting before the Planning and Zoning Commission. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. Ord. 2014-48, 10-27-2014)

      2.   Once all required plans and support documentation have been received (see section 11-4-6 of this chapter), the Village Administrator or appointed designee shall distribute plans and support documentation to the:

         a.   Village President.

         b.   Village Administrator. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

         c.   Village Engineer. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. 2012 Code; Ord. 2017-42, 11-13-2017)

         d.   Planning and Zoning Commissioners and Recording Secretary. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. Ord. 2014-48, 10-27-2014)

         e.   Fire Protection District.

         f.   Village Planner. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

         g.   Building Commissioner. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. Ord. 2017-42, 11-13-2017)

         h.   Front counter.

   E.   Public Meeting/Hearing:

      1.   Unless a request involves a text or map amendment, variation, planned development or special use, site plan review can be accommodated at a public meeting. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

      2.   Public hearings for amendments, variations, planned developments or special uses shall be in accordance with procedures set forth in chapter 3 of this title. No deviation from the zoning requirements set forth herein may be granted except in connection with approval by the Village Board of a variation or a planned development pursuant to a special use permit following a public hearing therefor and a recommendation by the Planning and Zoning Commission. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. 2012 Code; Ord. 2014-48, 10-27-2014)

      3.   No matter shall be placed upon the Planning and Zoning Commission agenda unless all required materials have been submitted in a timely fashion to the Village at the time the matter is to be placed on the Planning and Zoning Commission agenda. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. Ord. 2014-48, 10-27-2014)

   F.   Reports:

      1.   Staff: The Village Planner and Village Engineer shall prepare written reports evaluating the proposed project, which shall be forwarded to the Planning and Zoning Commission the Friday before the scheduled appearance of the petitioner. Other Village officials, including the Village Attorney, Chief of Police, etc., may submit written reports if determined necessary for a full review. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. 2012 Code; Ord. 2014-48, 10-27-2014; Ord. 2017-42, 11-13-2017)

      2.   Fire Protection District: A written report shall be obtained from the Village Fire Protection District that evaluates the project against applicable codes, regulations, and life safety issues. No recommendation of approval shall be forwarded to the Village Board until such time as the report is presented to, and reviewed by, the Planning and Zoning Commission. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. Ord. 2014-48, 10-27-2014)

      3.   Other: The Village Planner, Village Engineer, or Planning and Zoning Commission may, from time to time, request the preparation and submittal of other reports from agencies or professional consultants, to facilitate review and understanding of the effects a proposed project may have on the natural environment or surrounding development. Examples of such documentation include, but are not limited to, reports from: (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. 2012 Code; Ord. 2014-48, 10-27-2014; Ord. 2017-42, 11-13-2017)

         a.   Agencies such as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, etc.

         b.   Professional consultants such as real estate appraisers, traffic engineers, environmental experts, planning and design consultants, etc. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. 2012 Code)

   G.   Planning And Zoning Commission Review:

      1.   The commission may continue the review of plans and support documentation from time to time. Multiple meetings may be required in order to assure adequate time for:

         a.   The petitioner to present the project.

         b.   Commissioners to ask questions of the petitioner and staff.

         c.   Staff to present review comments.

         d.   Commissioners to deliberate on the proposed project and make specific recommendations to the Village Board. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

      2.   The petitioner may be requested to modify and re-present plans, drawings and other support documentation before a recommendation is forwarded to the Village Board. No matter presented will be forwarded to the Village Board for review until drawings and exhibits have been revised to reflect changes made by the petitioner. Although simple matters may proceed after a single review session by the Planning and Zoning Commission, most reviews require at least two (2) meetings before the Planning and Zoning Commission.

   H.   Planning And Zoning Commission Findings Of Fact: The Planning and Zoning Commission shall review the petition and shall, within forty five (45) days after the close of the meeting, make its recommendations to the Village Board in a written statement of findings of fact and recommendations. At a minimum, the statement of findings of fact shall include: (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. Ord. 2014-48, 10-27-2014)

      1.   A description of the request and proposed project.

      2.   Identification of requested exceptions from zoning, if any.

      3.   List of exhibits presented to the commission.

      4.   Items of particular interest or concern, if any.

      5.   Recommended conditions of approval, if any.

      6.   Names of those Commissioners voting for or against the project. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

   I.   Village Board Review:

      1.   The Village Board will review the petition and Planning and Zoning Commission findings of fact at a public meeting and either: (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. Ord. 2014-48, 10-27-2014)

         a.   Approve the petition;

         b.   Approve the petition with conditions;

         c.   Deny the petition; or (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

         d.   Send the petition back to the Planning and Zoning Commission for additional review and modification. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. Ord. 2014-48, 10-27-2014)

      2.   Subsequent to Village Board approval, the Village Attorney or appointed designee will prepare a development ordinance which forms the basis of approval of a petition and includes conditions of approval, if any. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. 2012 Code)

   A.   Drawings:

      1.   Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the owners of the tract of land shall submit to the Village Administrator or appointed designee seventeen (17) sets of plans, drawings and other information specified in this section, unless specific submittal requirements are waived by the Village Administrator or appointed designee. Plans and drawings shall be presented at the scale necessary to clearly indicate what is planned for the property and shall be folded approximately nine inches by twelve inches (9" x 12") in size.

      2.   Each drawing submitted to the Village shall include the following information:

         a.   Names and addresses of the planner, architect, engineer, and landscape architect.

         b.   Dates of all drawings.

         c.   Scale.

         d.   North arrow.

         e.   Sheet number.

         f.   Title by which the property or project is to be referred.

         g.   Dates of revision.

   B.   List Of Submittals:

      1.   Location Map:

•   Boundaries of the subject property.

   •   Major streets.

      2.   Site Information:

   •   Name and address of owner and/or petitioner.

   •   Proof of ownership.

   •   Existing and proposed zoning of the subject property.

      3.   Plat Of Survey:

   •   Prepared by a registered land surveyor.

   •   Legal description.

      4.   Site Plan:

•   Total gross acreage of the site.

   •   Percent of impervious and pervious surfaces.

   •   Existing zoning of adjacent parcels.

   •   Adjacent development, within 100 feet of the subject property, including:

-   Buildings.

-   Access drives.

-   Parking and loading facilities.

-   Fences or walls.

•   Lot width and depth.

   •   Location and size of all structures, existing and proposed.

   •   Building setbacks from street rights of way and property lines.

   •   Yards and spaces between all structures.

   •   Depth of perimeter yards.

   •   Locations and dimensions of all fences and walls.

   •   Outdoor storage and/or display areas.

   •   Waste disposal facilities and proposed method of screening.

•   Location of existing and proposed transformers and HVAC equipment.

•   Streets and street rights of way.

   •   Dimensions of street pavement.

   •   Adjacent streets, alleys and driveways.

   •   Acceleration and deceleration lanes.

   •   Location and width of proposed access drive(s).

   •   Distance between existing and proposed drives, as measured centerline to centerline.

   •   Emergency access, if required by the fire protection district.

   •   Vehicular and pedestrian circulation patterns.

   •   Location of sidewalks, both existing and proposed.

   •   Number/dimensions of parking spaces, loading zones, and drive aisles.

   •   Calculations for required parking, based on:

   -   Gross floor area; and/or

   -   Number of employees, where applicable.

   •   Identification and location of curbing.

   •   Barrier free access for the handicapped.

   •   Striping and signage for required off street loading spaces.

   •   Turning radii of trucks proposed to maneuver into and out of loading zones. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

   •   Location of shopping cart storage corral(s) proposed to be located within the interior of the parking lot. Any parking stalls rendered unusable for vehicular parking due to the placement of such storage corral(s) thereon or within proximity thereof shall be excluded from the number of parking stalls provided in said parking lot for the purpose of determining compliance with chapter 13 of this title. (Ord. 2007-20, 5-24-2007)

      5.   Natural Resources:

•   Map of existing vegetation, showing:

-   Land cover, by vegetative community.

-   Location and species of trees over 6 inch caliper.

-   Riparian habitat.

   •   Surface waters and drainageways.

   •   Floodplain and floodway.

   •   Wetlands.

   •   Soils report.

   •   Threatened or endangered plants and animals, if any.

      6.   Architectural Drawings:

•   Dimensioned elevations of all facades of the proposed structures.

   •   Height of existing and proposed buildings.

   •   Materials and colors for all elements of the proposed building(s).

   •   Material and color sample board for the proposed building(s).

   •   Color photographs of all existing structures on the site.

   •   Wall mounted utility meters and method for painting and/or screening.

   •   Materials, colors and design of trash enclosure(s).

   •   Ground supported mechanical equipment, and method for screening.

   •   Roof mounted mechanical equipment, and proposed method for screening, including:

   -   Elevations of the top of the tallest roof mounted unit and the top of each side of the parapet or roof structure.

   -   Cross sections of the building, showing the relationship between all roof mounted mechanical equipment and the top of the parapet walls and/or roof structure.

      7.   Antimonotony Standards:

•   Regulations for subtle changes in materials and color styling.

   •   Standards for siting buildings with identical elevations to one another.

   •   Other requirements which may be appropriate for the type and intensity of the development proposed.

      8.   Landscape Plan:

•   Natural features, such as floodplains, wetlands, woodlots, etc.

   •   Location and types of existing vegetation.

   •   Size, condition and species of trees 6 inches or more in caliper.

   •   Trees proposed for preservation, if any, including methods for preservation.

   •   Berms, if any, and identification of slopes.

•   Detention/retention ponds and identification of slopes.

   •   Existing and proposed grades (superimpose landscape plan on half toned grading plan).

   •   Proposed perimeter yard plantings.

   •   Proposed foundation plantings.

   •   Parking lot landscaping.

   •   Retention/detention basin landscaping.

   •   Location of monument sign(s) and proposed landscaping of the base.

   •   Trees and shrubs drawn at scale that represents no more than 5 years' growth after installation at sizes specified on the plan.

   •   Plant list which identifies, for each plant:

-   Botanical and common names.

-   Size and form.

-   Quantity.

•   Designated areas for seed, sod and other ground covers.

   •   Landscape specifications and details.

   •   Details for tree grates.

   •   Details for planters.

   •   Decorative fences or walls.

   •   Pedestrian plazas, including details for street furniture. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

      9.   Lighting: Submittal requirements for parking lot, security, landscape, walkway, accent, and building mounted lighting are contained in chapter 20, "Exterior Lighting", of this title. (Ord. 2013-19, 4-22-2013)

      10.   Signs:

•   Freestanding or directional signs:

-   Setbacks from property lines and access drives.

-   Sign height, as measured from adjacent curbs.

-   Sign area.

-   Sign thickness.

-   Proposed copy and lettering style.

-   Proposed materials and colors.

-   Proposed method of illumination.

   •   Wall signs:

-   Sign area.

-   Area of the projected elevation of the building facade.

-   Sign length, or percent of the facade, as applicable.

-   Letter height.

-   Number of lines of copy.

-   Proposed copy, and lettering style.

-   Letters individually applied to the building.

-   Proposed materials and colors.

-   Proposed method of illumination.

      11.   Engineering:

•   Site geometrics.

   •   Specifications for:

-   Streets.

-   Curbs and gutters.

-   Sidewalks.

•   Grades, invert elevations, and locations of catch basins.

   •   Existing and proposed contours, at 1 foot intervals.

   •   Location and size of existing sewers, water mains, and culverts.

   •   Location of telephone and electric utilities.

   •   Location of utility poles.

•   Location of easements.

   •   Location of fire hydrants.

   •   Calculations which show compliance with title 10, chapter 12 of this Code.

   •   Depth, size and slopes of retention/detention facilities. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

   •   Location of existing and proposed traffic signals.

   •   Location of existing and proposed traffic regulation signs. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. 2012 Code)

   •   Traffic study, if requested by the Village Planner, Village Engineer or Planning and Zoning Commission. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. 2012 Code; Ord. 2014-48, 10-27-2014; Ord. 2017-42, 11-13-2017)

   •   Estimated costs of public improvements. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. 2012 Code)

   •   Other information as may be required by the Village Engineer. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. 2012 Code; Ord. 2017-42, 11-13-2017)

      12.   Real Estate Appraiser's Report: If requested by the Village Administrator or the Planning and Zoning Commission. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. Ord. 2014-48, 10-27-2014)

      13.   Revised Drawings:

•   Date of all revisions, on each sheet.

   •   Graphic symbols to identify all changes. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993)

   C.   Property Of Village: All plans and support documentation submitted shall become the property of the Village and cannot be withdrawn. Colored renderings presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission and Village Board may, however, be replaced with colored photographs not less than eight and one-half inches by eleven inches (81/2" x 11") in size. (Ord. 93-42, 8-9-1993; amd. Ord. 2014-48, 10-27-2014)