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Economic Development Packet 2009 05-04-09 .'�e° Cl 0 United City of Yorkville 800 Game Farm Road EST. 1836 Yorkville, Illinois 60560 09 ® Telephone: 630-553-4350 ,n°ll� `O Fax: 630-553-7575 Kentlall COUMy 2 <`E AGENDA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEETING Monday, May 4, 2009 7:00 PM City Hall Conference Room Presentation: None Minutes for Correction/Approval: April 6, 2009 New Business: 1. EDC 2009-18 Building Permit Report for March 2009 2. EDC 2009-19 Pasquinelli Permit Refund Request 3. EDC 2009-20 Comprehensive Plan Design Guidelines Revisions — Discussion Old Business: 1. PC 2009-01 Wind Energy Systems Ordinance — Rooftop System Regulation 2. EDC 2009-17 Sign Ordinance Amendment — Temporary Sign Regulations 3. EDC 2008-53 Pulte — Autumn Creek Annexation Agreement Amendment — Fee Payment Timing 4. EDC 2009-07 "Shop Yorkville" Campaign — Update 5. EDC 2008-48 Integrated Transportation Plan — Project Update 6. EDC 2008-47 Zoning Commission Update Additional Business: Economic Development Committee May 4, 2009 Page 2 2008 City Council Goals Economic Development Committee `Evaluate fiscal incentives." Alderman Golinski Travis Miller Susan Mika `Increase development standards, with heavy emphasis on multi family." Alderman Besco Travis Miller Alderman Werderich "Facilitate large lot planning areas, with exploration on agricultural Alderman Besco homestead zoning district, and heavy emphasis on studying how we can Alderman Werderich Travis Miller make large lots economically viable in the marketplace." "Bridges to river islands." Alderman Besco Dave Mogle Alderman Werderich "Open space acquisition." Alderman Sutcliff Dave Mogle Bart Olson "Strengthen the city's role in economic development activities." Alderman Munns Brendan McLaughlin Travis Miller "Land use planning adjacent to Route 47, with research on how we can Alderman Allen Travis Miller help Route 47 expansion via contact with Springfield." UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE WORKSHEET ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Monday, May 4, 2009 7:00 PM CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- MINUTES FOR CORRECTION/APPROVAL: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. April 6, 2008 ❑ Approved as Presented ❑ Approved with Corrections --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NEW BUSINESS: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. EDC 2009-18 Building Permit Report for March 2009 ❑ Moved forward to CC consent agenda? Y N ❑ Approved by Committee ❑ Bring back to Committee ❑ Informational Item ❑ Notes --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. EDC 2009-19 Pasquinelli Permit Refund Request ❑ Moved forward to CC consent agenda? Y N ❑ Approved by Committee ❑ Bring back to Committee ❑ Informational Item ❑ Notes --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3. EDC 2009-20 Comprehensive Plan Design Guidelines Revisions—Discussion ❑ Moved forward to CC consent agenda? Y N ❑ Approved by Committee ❑ Bring back to Committee ❑ Informational Item ❑ Notes --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- OLD BUSINESS: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. PC 2009-01 Wind Energy Systems Ordinance—Rooftop System Regulation ❑ Moved forward to CC consent agenda? Y N ❑ Approved by Committee ❑ Bring back to Committee ❑ Informational Item ❑ Notes --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. EDC 2009-17 Sign Ordinance Amendment—Temporary Signs ❑ Moved forward to CC consent agenda? Y N ❑ Approved by Committee ❑ Bring back to Committee ❑ Informational Item ❑ Notes --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3. EDC 2008-53 Pulte Autumn Creek Agreement First Amendment Request—Fee Payment Timing ❑ Moved forward to CC consent agenda? Y N ❑ Approved by Committee ❑ Bring back to Committee ❑ Informational Item ❑ Notes --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4. EDC 2009-07 "Shop Yorkville" Campaign—Update ❑ Moved forward to CC consent agenda? Y N ❑ Approved by Committee ❑ Bring back to Committee ❑ Informational Item ❑ Notes --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5. EDC 2008-48 Integrated Transportation Plan—Update ❑ Moved forward to CC consent agenda? Y N ❑ Approved by Committee ❑ Bring back to Committee ❑ Informational Item ❑ Notes --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6. EDC 2008-47 Zoning Commission Update ❑ Moved forward to CC consent agenda? Y N ❑ Approved by Committee ❑ Bring back to Committee ❑ Informational Item ❑ Notes --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ADDITIONAL BUSINESS: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Page 1 of 6 DRAFT UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Monday, April 6, 2009, 7pm City Conference Room In Attendance: Committee Members Chairman Gary Golinski Alderman Joe Besco Alderman Robert Allen Alderman Marty Munns Other City Officials: Mayor Valerie Burd City Manager Brendan McLaughlin Community Development Director Travis Miller Alderwoman Rose Spears Alderwoman Robyn Sutcliff Alderman Wally Werderich Other Guests: Tom Gilmour Judy Gilmour George Gilson Richard Scheffrahn Tony Scott,Kendall County Record T. J. from Rosati's Pizza The meeting was called to order by Chairman Gary Golinski at 7:OOpm. Presentation None Minutes for Correction/Approval: March 3, 2009 The minutes were approved as read. Items Recommended by Plan Commission for Approval: 1. PC 2009-03 Collier 1.5 Mile Review Jo Rics, currently located on Rt. 126, is moving the business to Rt. 34. The Plan Commission reviewed this and recommended to City Council for the County Board,that it be approved as a special use. The current zoning ordinance does not have a provision for this type of special use within a residential zoning classification, so a text amendment will be prepared by the County to allow for a special use within zoning class R3. The application requested to rezone from residential to B2 commercial. Page 2 of 6 Travis Miller detailed the staff recommendations regarding parking, parking lot improvements, landscaping and stormwater with regards to the well on the property. Chairman Golinski said he would like to include the City staff comments so the County can review. Aldermen Besco and Munns expressed concern for creating an access point since there is a large curve at this location. Mr. Besco said if a recommendation is made to the County, it should be stressed that IDOT approval is needed also since Rt. 34 will be widened in the future. Ms. Spears asked that the neighbors be informed when the matter comes before the Council. It was noted that a Public Hearing is not needed for a 1.5 Review. This will move forward to the April 14th City Council meeting. 2. PC 2008-29 Zoning Ordinance Amendment Regarding Mining Regulations A Public Hearing was held on March 1 lth and the Plan Commission recommended approval of the text amendment as presented. Mining is currently considered a special use in the M2 zoning classification. The proposed amendment would introduce an "article"that details what is expected in an application and what criteria to expect. Travis said the State does not address setbacks in their mining regulations, however, the text amendment does discuss this. The reclamation of this site when the mining is finished, is included in the amendment. This item will move forward to City Council for a"first reading". New Business: 5. EDC 2009-17 Sign Ordinance Discussion (moved forward on agenda) Currently, temporary signs are allowed only 3 times a year and 14 days at a time with a building permit being required each time. A Rosati's Pizza representative, T.J., was present and said he was told the temporary signs were prohibited and that banner signs were allowed. He said the banners are not very effective and do not fare well in bad weather. Rosati's was also told to remove the "sandwich" style signs they used. Mayor Burd said the City is trying to eliminate signs with portable letters, however, it was noted that the Police Department currently uses such a sign. She said she does not approve of temporary signs. Alderman Munns expressed concern that it took six months to address sign issues near Pearle Vision. For the record, Ms. Spears said she does not recommend that the Police Department stop using the portable sign trailer since it's used for public safety issues, but perhaps use it on a limited basis. Alderwoman Spears said the City should support the local businesses. Alderman Besco said the Council needs to look at the sign ordinance so that local businesses can thrive in the City in these tough economic times. The Mayor agreed that the City should do all it can to assist the businesses. Page 3 of 6 Next year, Rosati's Pizza will celebrate their 10 years in business, but they feel they cannot celebrate this occasion because they cannot obtain a permit for any sort of temporary signage. Alderwoman Sutcliff pointed out that Verizon has "blow-up"type signage every weekend. Chairman Golinski said that Rosati's should send their concerns to Travis Miller and also that the prohibited sign list should be reviewed. There was also concern for the fact that a permit is needed for each occasion at $50 per time. The Committee felt a yearly permit might be more appropriate. The Mayor added that the City gave a dispensation for wind feathers and that this could be an option for Rosati's. This matter will be brought back to the next EDC meeting. 1. EDC 2009-13 Building Permit Report for February 2009 No single-family permits were issued in February. Chairman Golsinki asked that the report reflect a year-to-date total and year-to-year comparison. 2. EDC 2009-14 Plan Commission Report for March 2009 These items were previously discussed. 3. EDC 2009-15 Zoning Commission Report The next meeting is April 29 at 7pm and the Commission is reviewing zoning assessments. Their regular meetings will normally be on the 4th Tuesday of each month. They have developed a timeline of topics to be discussed and Travis will provide a monthly review to this committee. At least one Public Hearing will be held and by the end of the year, a draft of the recommendations will be completed. Alderman Besco mentioned a comment by a Commission member that said a"density bonus" should be offered as part of orderly development. Mr. Besco said this goes against what the Council has recommended. Mayor Burd thought this might refer to development along railroad tracks. Travis Miller said his interpretation was that the person referred to incentive based requirements. Alderman Allen agreed with Mr. Besco and said he thought the City has good zoning requirements in place. It was noted that the City Council would receive the final documents from this Commission and could make changes as they see fit. No further action required. 4. EDC 2009-16 Integrated Transportation Plan —Project Update The next meeting is April 30th at the Library. The recent focus has been on the streetscape. The plan is being finalized with valuable input from the public and the final document is expected to be finished by August. Alderwoman Sutcliff said she hoped the committee had looked at stormwater issues and that it would be wise to decrease stormwater flow to the river. Travis will present an update next month. Page 4 of 6 Old Business: 1. PC 2009-01 Wind Energy Systems Ordinance–Review and Discussion A public forum was held on March 10th and a consortium was also held. The speaker reviewed the ordinance and made comments on it. Many email and public comments have been made on this topic. It was noted that Home Depot and Menards currently sell the small systems. The small systems would require a Public Hearing review and then a permit with special use. Alderman Werderich said one of the concerns brought up at the Public Hearing was abandonment of a large system. He said other towns are requiring wind farm owners to put up a bond in the event of a problem. If the owners did not disassemble the equipment, the bonds would be used to pay for this. Administrator McLaughlin said he would be more comfortable with a surety bond. Another concern Mr. Werderich shared was in relation to the mid-size system. He said those systems do not currently have a limitation on the number of windmills. These would be used for larger building such as schools or business. Alderman Werderich also addressed taxation and said that all regulations need to be in place. Alderman Besco said that due to the complexity of the systems, the Council should consider three different ordinances—one for each system. Alderman Golinski agreed and said that more time should be taken to make sure the ordinances are correct. Mr. Besco said the system size should be defined by the kilowatts and possibly the size of the blades. Guest and Engineer Richard Scheffrahn said that the market has dictated the components for wind systems. He added that his concern would be that a roof unit could be upgraded to a larger unit. He thought that 10 kilwatts seemed reasonable for a rooftop unit and agreed that it should be controlled by a separate ordinance. Alderman Munns also raised the question of aesthetics if several homeowners had rooftop units installed. Discussion turned to permits. Travis said that at minimum, electric permits would be required for rooftop units since the units would be hooked into the electrical system of the home. Building permits would also be required for towers. Alderwoman Spears said that after a discussion with an attorney, it was learned that the City is responsible for including language in the code to avoid "fly by night" systems. She added that she agrees with having three separate ordinances. She also cautioned that the City must be careful of people claiming to be experts who might have personal agendas regarding wind systems. She further suggested a 3-month moratorium on windmill systems until the ordinance is totally refined. She said even the Council members have different interpretations of the subject. Chairman Golinski asked Mayor Burd to clarify an article in the Beacon News about the Mayor being approached about a wind farm. Page 5 of 6 Guest George Gilson said he agreed that this ordinance should not be rushed and that a moratorium would be appropriate. The liability would fall on the city/taxpayer if there was a problem since there is no mechanism in place in the ordinance to cover a problem. There was discussion of wind energy used on farms and Administrator McLaughlin said this usage needs to be refined in the ordinance. A list of recommended manufacturers was suggested, however, it was thought that a list of specs would be better. George Gilson said he is in the business of specifications and that manufacturers can be listed, however, manufacturers cannot be purposely listed for exclusion. Alderman Golsinksi said he agreed with a moratorium and cited a Finding of Fact from a DeKalb County Hearing for a wind farm recently denied. Most committee members agreed with a moratorium and the attorney will be asked to handle the details. Chairman Golinski said factors to be considered are: bond issuance needed, plan for decommissioning units, setbacks (1.5-2 miles), sunset clause, property tax, fees, property value guarantee plan. The small systems will be addressed first and this matter will be brought back to the next EDC. Travis said he will try to find a speaker to attend the next meeting and any comments should be sent to Travis. Mr. Golinski said a seminar will be held in July in Bloomington. 2. EDC 2009-07 "Shop Yorkville"Campaign - Update A marketing plan for this campaign was received from Glory Spies. Alderman Munns suggested an idea of"Yorkville's Biggest Winner" with an award for the business that increases their sales tax by the largest percentage for a given time. He also suggested providing "Shop Yorkville"to Yorkville High School. Alderman Besco suggested a punch card system that offers rewards for money spent in Yorkville. Other ideas from Alderman Munns were a $50 gift to the 1000th customer in a store and a"best pizza" contest. Mr. McLaughlin said in the wintertime, Rosati's offered pizza to winners who dropped off their business card. Other ideas included a poker run for businesses and a fishing tournament. Mr. Munns said a completed marketing plan is needed prior to a July 1 st kickoff. Alderwoman Spears said all plans should be gathered and presented to the Chamber. However, Mayor Burd replied that the Chamber does not wish to participate because they represent not just Yorkville businesses, but rather the Yorkville area. Since the City funds the Chamber, it was felt they should stand behind the City and that YEDC should also support the effort. There was a brief discussion regarding whether or not the funding should be continued. Page 6 of 6 Chairman Golinski said he wants to see the City take the lead in this campaign since the City is spending the money and he wants Yorkville businesses to have a chance at being successful. As an offshoot of this discussion, Mr. Golinski said Yorkville businesses should be made aware of any bid opportunities that arise. He cited some examples from the past where Yorkville businesses did not have that opportunity. It was suggested to place information on the website about this process and it was noted that any bid over $20,000 is published. Alderman Munns requested a revised marketing plan prior to the next meeting and this item will be brought back for further discussion. Additional Business: Alderman Besco said he had heard the City is counting on $150,000 toward the budget, from a certain business in town. He said he also heard there are large judgments against that business for unpaid construction work. His concern was for a shortfall in the City budget. Brendan McLaughlin said the business would open this year and that sub-contractors have judgments against the business in an effort to preserve their rights for payment. Mr. McLaughlin said there were some asphalt deficiencies that the State has not accepted. There was no further business and the meeting was adjourned at 9:04pm. Minutes respectfully submitted by Marlys Young BUILDING PERMIT REPORT United City of Yorkville Department of Building Safety and Zoning March 2009 Tapes of Permits 2-Fancily Commercial Number of Permits Issued SFD Bgriaalag200.4, Multiple-Family a,•q;rn;rrrmne,carcrarpiarrradre Industrial Miscellaneous' Total Construction Cost I Fennift-1 Stro"Orrl UxiGfurrfa) March 2009 40 3 0 0 3 0 34 $3,959,320.00 Calendar Year 2009 76 4 0 0 6 0 66 $4,892,514.00 Fiscal Year 2008 635 112 4 0 25 0 494 $63,032,593.00 March 2008 71 6 2 0 7 0 56 $3,369,830.00 Calendar Year 2008 156 23 2 0 15 0 116 $10,262,622.00 Fiscal Year 2007 1047 278 10 6 64 0 689 $95,633,711.00 March 2007 123 58 2 0 4 0 59 $28,239,044.00 Calendar Year 2007 238 103 4 0 14 0 117 $43,541,675.00 Fiscal Year 2006 1269 535 42 7 40 0 645 $152,178,222.00 March 2006 162 107 2 0 5 0 48 $16,1735506.00 Calendar Year 2006 375 221 IB 3 12 0 121 $44,017,677.00 Fiscal Year 2005 1406 667 24 9 34 0 672 $141,463,066.00 March 2005 111 56 5 0 4 0 41 $I3,220,330.00 Calendar Year 2005 1 212 96 5 0 10 0 96 $25,000,211.00 Fiscal Year 2004 984 436 5 0 28 1 511 $105,212,771.00 'Permit Number Y-05-0012 was voided. Tom' *41heelloneou%includes addidom,remodelling,garages,sheds,swimming pooh,decks,fire olarmisprinkler plan review%,municipal project%,rlr. Report prepared by. Barbara J.Dettmer,MCP,Department of Building Safely and,Zoning 1 ,SO'D C►p Reviewed By: Agenda Item Number d"' Legal El E5r 1836 Finance ❑ Engineer El--�--� Tracking Number City Administrator ❑ �v Consultant ❑ ALE �'� ❑ Agenda Item Summary Memo Title: Pasquinelli Homes Permit Fee Refund Request—Grande Reserve Meeting and Date: EDC /May 4, 2009 Synopsis: Request for refund for permit fees paid for 20 units which have not been constructed and for which Building Permits have expired Council Action Previously Taken: Date of Action: n/a Action Taken: Item Number: Type of Vote Required: Majority Council Action Requested: Submitted by: Travis Miller Community Development Name Department Agenda Item Notes: See attached memo ° clr, Memorandum O To: EDC EST. lZ leas From: Travis Miller -�—= CC. Lisa Pickering (for distribution) 0 [� ao Date: April 23, 2009 °°"°�S°a` Subject: Pasquinelli Homes—Fee Refund Request �aat c°,Ty �LE Petitioner Request/Background: Attached is a letter from Cory Cleveland, Pasquinelli Homes, requesting a refund for 20 building permit fees and 19 school (transition) fees. The amount being requested by Pasquinelli is $120,815.40 Building Permit(20 permits) and $57,000 School Transition Fees (19 permits) totaling $177,815.40. Pasquinelli has made a separate request to the School District and Attorney Debra Kaplan has forwarded a copy of their response letter(attached) denying any refunds. Staff Comments/Recommendation: Attached for reference find William Dettmer's April 9, 2009 memo and February 24, 2009 letter to Pasquinelli regarding the request noting the following: Pasquinelli's request for Lot 208 (2829 Sheridan Court) and Lot 245 (2821 Silver Springs Court)were applied for, however fees have not been paid. The 2000 International Building Code (adopted by the City) invalidates a building permit 180 days following issuance if construction work has not commenced. The Permit Fees paid with each application include the following fees as required by Exhibit F (attached) of the Grande Reserve Annexation Agreement and Planned Unit Development Agreement(Agreement): - Sewer—City tap-on fee $500 -Road Contribution $2,000 - Capital Improvement fee $1,832.70 or$1,800 depending on the fire district Note: $150 building fee was paid at final plat and$150 was pre paid to BKFD so the amounts paid at building permit application differ from those listed in Exhibit H2) - Building Permit Fee $650+ $.20/sf Staff does not recommend refunding the permit fees as requested based upon the following: Capital Improvement Fee, Sewer and Water Tap-on Fees—Exhibit H2 (attached) of the Agreement states "Unless otherwise provided in this Agreement, said development, capital improvement, impact, and other fees shall be paid per individual residential dwelling unit concurrent with the building permit application". - These fees are necessary at the time of Building Permit application in order for the City and Fire Districts to have time to be prepared to provide services for the residents that will ultimately occupying these homes. Building Permit Fee - Each of the permit applications were reviewed by staff and with the exception of the two permits noted above, each permit was issued to the applicant. This portion of the fee covers that administrative and plan reviewer time. Pasquinell! Homes, LLC 6880 North Frontage Road - Suite 100 Burr Ridge, Illinois 60527 March 30, 2009 United City of Yorkville Mr. Travis Miller 800 Game Farm Road Yorkville, IL, 60560 Dear Mr. Miller: Pasquinelli Homes is requesting refund of permit fees and school fees for the following lots which we paid in 2006, 2007 and 2008 for the following communities. This request was previously sent to the building department and Mr. William Dettmer directed the request to yourself and Brendan McLaughlin. Traditions CED Grande Reserves. LLC #375— 2905 Grande Trail $6,229.00 - Permit Fee $3,000.00 — School Fee #377—2909 Grande Trail $6,216.00 - Permit Fee $3,000.00— School Fee #415—2924 Grande Trail $6,065.00 - Permit Fee $3,000.00 — School Fee The Colonies, LLC #208 —2829 Sheridan Court $6,274.70 — Permit Fee #239—4468 E. Millbrook Circle $6,216.00-- Permit Fee $3,000.00 — School Fee #245 —2821 Silver Springs Court $6,058.70 — Permit Fee $3,000.00— School Fee www.pasquineill.com Page 2 of 3 Pioneer Place (a)_ Grande Reserve, LLC #37-01 - 3977 Shoeger Drive $6,302.00 - Permit Fee $3,000.00- School Fee #37-02 -3979 Shoeger Drive $6,302.00- Permit Fee $3,000.00 - School Fee The Commons, LLC. Building #07 #01 --3948 Havenhill Ct. $5,927.00- Permit Fee $3,000.00 - School Fee #02 -3946 Havenhill Ct. $5,898.00- Permit Fee $3,000.00- School Fee #03 - 3944 Havenhill Ct. $5,898.00- Permit Fee $3,000.00 - School Fee #04 -3942 Havenhill Ct. $5,927.00 - Permit Fee $3,000.00-School Fee Building #61 #01 -3967 Evans Ct. $5,927.00 - Permit Fee $3,000.00-School Fee #02- 3969 Evans Ct. $5,898.00- Permit Fee $3,000.00- School Fee #03 -3971 Evans Ct. $5,898.00- Permit Fee $3,000.00 - School Fee #04-3973 Evans Ct. $5,927.00- Permit Fee $3,000.00 - School Fee Page 3 of 3 Mill Crossing, LLC. Building #19 #01 —3848 Bailey Road $5,965.00— Permit Fee $3,000.00 — School Fee #02 — 3846 Bailey Road $5,957.00 — Permit Fee $3,000.00—School Fee #03 —3844 Bailey Road $5,965.00— Permit Fee $3,000.00 — School Fee #04— 3842 Bailey Road $5,965.00 — Permit Fee $3,000.00— School Fee Due to the current market, we at this time will not be building on these lots. Mr. William Dettmer advised that I need to send a separate letter to the Yorkville School District and request the school fee portion from them. Please make the checks payable to: Pasquinelli Homes 6880 North Frontage Road Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Attn: Cory Cleveland If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 6301325-4500 ext. 2166. Sincerel Cory Cleveland Pasquinelli Homes Hod es Loizzi Eisenhammer Rodick & Kohn Debra H. Kaplan dkaplan @blerk.com April 21 , 2009 Via First Class Mail Mr. Cory Cleveland Pasquinelli Homes 6880 N . Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, Illinois 60527 Re: Fee Refund Request Dear Mr. Cleveland: Our firm represents the Board of Education of Yorkville Community Unit School District # 115 in the above-referenced matter. We recently received your letter dated March 30, 2009, in which you request a total refund of $60,000 in school transition fees for certain lots located within the Grande Reserve Subdivision. We understand from your letter that Pasquinelli Homes is no longer building on those particular lots . While this circumstance is unfortunate, it does not alleviate your company' s obligation under the Annexation Agreement to pay the school transition fees as a condition of obtaining building permits for residential units, nor does it entitle Pasquinelli Homes to a refund of such fees once permits have issued. Pursuant to the Annexation Agreement for the Grande Reserve Subdivision by which Pasquinelli is bound, Pasquinelli Homes is responsible for making the contributions outlined in the Schedule of Fees attached as an exhibit to the Agreement. The Agreement does not contemplate a refund of the fees in the event of an economic downturn. If you have any questions regarding this matter, please feel free to contact me. Sincerely, HODGES , LOIZZI, EISENHAMMER RODICK & KOHN Debra H. Kaplan cc : Asif Dada 166736_1 .DOC ARLINGTON HEIGHTS 3030 Salt Creek Lane, Suite 202 Arlington Heights, IL 60005 tel 847-670-9000 fax 847-670-7334 www.hierk.com Arlington Heights Springfield Belleville *,��o o►r o United City of Yorkville Memo J 't` 800 Game Farm Road M. 4 � 1836 Yorkville, Illinois 60560 -< Telephone: 630-553-4350 o ��` '` Fax: 630-553-7575 <<E Department of Building Safety And Zoning Date: April 9, 2009 To: Travis Miller, Conimun!Wt Development Director From: William A. Dettmer, Code Official Subject: Pasquinelli Permits In response to your questions regarding Pasquinelli permits, I offer the following: 1. There are only two (2) permits which re applied for but never picked up or paid for: 2821 Silver Springs Court and Sheridan Court. Both of these permits were applied for in August, 2008. All other permits listed have been issued and paid for. 2. All permits listed on the correspondence dated March 30, 2009, have expired. 3. Pursuant to the 2000 International Residential Code: Once a permit has been issued, the permit holder has 180 days to begin the construction work;otherwise, the permit will become invalid If at any time the work stops for a period of 180 days or more, the permit is invalid. Extensions can be granted by the building official in writing in increments of 180 days when the applicant snakes a written request. We have not received any requests for extension of these permits. The Builder is aware of this requirement, based upon other permits that they have requested extensions on. Once a permit has expired, a new permit would have to be applied, paid for and issued. The Development Fees, however, would stand and would be applied to the new permit. I am not aware of any fees being refunded to a builder after the expiration of a permit. 4. School Transition Fees have been paid. Should you require any further information, please let me know. United City of Yorkville County Seat of Kendall County 11% 800 Game Farm Road 1836 Yorkville, Illinois 60560 4 Telephone: 630-553-4350 Fax: 630-553-7575 �'F1•�C '�``'�' Website: www.yorkville.il.us k p C I~ � February 24, 2009 Pasquinelli Homes, LLC Mr. Cory Cleveland 6860 N. Frontage Rd., Suite 100 Burr Ridge, Illinois 60527 Re: Permit Fees Dear Mr. Cleveland: In response to your correspondence dated February 11, 2009, 1 offer you the following: 1. You will have to contact the School District for any refunds of payments made to them. Please be advised that their address is: School District 115, 602 Center Pkwy., Yorkville, IL 60560 2. Permits for lots 245 and 208, which are 2821 Silver Springs Ct. and 2829 Sheridan Ct, were applied for but never picked up. if you would like copies of the Applications, we would be glad to give them to you. 3. As for the rest of the permits, please be advised that they have expired in accordance to the 2000 International Residential Code, Section 105.5 — Expired Permits. A copy of this section is attached for your review. At no time did Pasquinelli personnel ask for an extension of these permits. 1 am directing you to make contact with Travis Miller, Community Development Director and Brendan McLaughlin, City Administrator to go over this issue. I will be giving a copy of this letter to them. Any further correspondence should be directed to them. Should you have any questions, please contact me at (630) 553-8545. Sincerely, William A. Dettmer, CBO Code Official WADlljc Enc. cc: Brendan McLaughlin, City Administrator Travis Miller, Community Development Director R105.3.1.1—R106.2 ADMINISTRATION proposed work conforms to the requirements of this code R105.7 Placement of permit. The building permit or copy and laws and ordinances applicable thereto,the building of- thereof shall be kept on the site of the work until the completion ficial shall issue a permit therefor as soon as practicable. of the project. R105.3.1.1 Substantially improved or substantially R105.8 Responsibility.It shall be the duty of every person who damaged existing buildings and structures.For appli- pure eliectrical,f gas,emechan cal or plumbing mb ngusystems,for cations for reconstruction, rehabilitation, addition, or which this code is applicable,to comply with this code, other improvement of existing buildings or structures lo- cated in an area prone to flooding as established by Table R301.2(1),the building official shall examine or cause to SECTION 8106 be examined the construction documents and shall pre- CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS pare a finding with regard to the value of the proposed work. For buildings that have sustained damage of any R106.1 Submittal documents.Construction documents,spe- origin, the value of the proposed work shall include the cial inspection and structural observation programs,and other cost to repair the building or structure to its predamage data shall be submitted in one or more sets with each applica- condition. If the building official finds that the value of lion for a permit.The construction documents shall be prepared proposed work equals or exceeds 50 percent of the mar- by a registered design professional where required by the stat- ket value of the building or structure,the finding shall be utes of the jurisdiction in which the project is to be constructed. provided to the board of appeals for a determination of Where special conditions exist, the building official is autho- substantial improvement or substantial damage. Appli- rized to require additional construction documents to be pre- cations determined by the board of appeals to constitute pared by a registered design professional. substantial improvement or substantial damage shall Exception:The building official is authorized to waive the meet the requirements of Section 8327. submission of construction documents and other data not re- quired to be prepared by a registered design professional if it R105.3.2 Time limitation of application. An application is found that the nature of the work applied for is such that for a permit for any proposed work shall be deemed to have reviewing of construction documents is not necessary to ob- been abandoned 180 days after the date of filing,unless such tain compliance with this code. application has been pursued in good faith or a permit has been issued;except that the building official is authorized to R106.1.1 Information on construction documents.Con- grant one or more extensions of time for additional periods struction documents shall be drawn upon suitable material. not exceeding 180 days each. The extension shall be re- Electronic media documents are permitted to be submitted quested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated. when approved by the building official.Construction docu- ments shall be of sufficient clarity to indicate the location, R105.4 Validity of permit.The issuance or granting of a per- nature and extent of the work proposed and show in detail mit shall not be construed to be a permit for,or an approval of, that it will conform to the provisions of this code and rele- any violation of any of the provisions of this code or of any vant laws,ordinances,rules and regulations,as determined other ordinance of the jurisdiction.Permits presuming to give by the building official. authority to violate or cancel the provisions of this code or other R106.1.2 Manufacturer's installation instructions.Man- ordinances of the jurisdiction shall not be valid.The issuance of ufacturer's installation instructions, as required by this a permit based on construction documents and other data shall code,shall be available on the job site at the time of inspec- not prevent the building official from requiring the correction tion. of errors in the construction documents and other data. The building official is also authorized to prevent occupancy or use R106.1.3 Information for construction in areas prone to of a structure where in violation of this code or of any other or- flooding.For buildings and structures in flood hazard areas dinances of this jurisdiction. as established by Table R301.2(l),construction documents shall include: R105.5 Expiration.Every permit issued shall become invalid 1. Delineation of flood hazard areas, floodway bound- unless the work authorized by such permit is commenced aries,and flood zones,and the design flood elevation, within 180 days after its issuance,or if the work authorized by as appropriate; such permit is suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days 2. The elevation of the proposed lowest floor,including after the time the work is commenced.The building official is basement; in areas of shallow flooding (AO zones), authorized to grant,in writing,one or more extensions of time, the height of the proposed lowest floor, including for periods not more than 180 days each.The extension shall be basement,above the highest adjacent grade; and requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated. 3. If design flood elevations are not included on the com- R105.6 Suspension or revocation.The building official is au- munity's Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), the thorized to suspend or revoke a permit issued under the provi- building official and the applicant shall obtain and sions of this code wherever the permit is issued in error or on reasonably utilize any design flood elevation and the basis of incorrect,inaccurate or incomplete information,or floodway data available from other sources. in violation of any ordinance or regulation or any of the provi- R106.2 Site plan.The construction documents submitted with sions of this code. the application for permit shall be accompanied by a site plan 4 2000 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE® _ S.:k T _ •i. 3 _ R105.3.2-R106.1 -ADMINISTRATION R105.3.2 Time limitation of application.An application for a stops for a period of 180 days or more,the permit is in- permit for any proposed work shall be deemed to have been valid.Extensions can be granted by the building official abandoned 180 days after the date of filing, unless such ap- in writing in increments of 180 days when the applicant plication has been pursued in good faith or a permit has been makes a written request. issued; except that the building official is authorized to grant one or more extensions of time for additional periods not ex- R105.6 Suspension or revocation.The building official isau- ceeding 180 days each. The extension shall be requested in thorized to suspend or revoke a permit issued under the provi- writing and justifiable cause demonstrated. sions of this code wherever the permit is issued in error or on the basis of incorrect,inaccurate or incomplete information,or in :• Applications for permits are considered valid for 180 violation of any ordinance or regulation or any of the provi- days.The permit application and review process must sions of this code. be done in a timely manner within that period.The ap- Any permit that has been issued based on false, mis- plicant must be responsive to requests for additional leading, or incorrect information can be revoked or information made by the building department. The suspended by the authority of the building official.The 180-day limitation is not intended to penalize an appli- building official also has the authority to suspend or re- cant for the lack of action on the part of the jurisdiction. voke any permit issued when a violation exists with re- It is merely a measure that is used to void an applica- gard to the building code or any other ordinance,code, tion when it is no longer reasonable to keep it active law, or regulation that is legally in effect in the jurisdic- because the applicant is delaying the process and is tion. not responding to legitimate requests for information. The building official can extend the time limit of an ap- R105.7 Placement of permit. The building permit or copy plication in increments of 180 days, provided the appli- thereof shall be kept on the site of the work until the completion cant can show a valid reason for an extension.The ap- of the project. plicant must make this request in writing. :• The permit must be displayed at the work site until the R105.4 Validity of permit.The issuance or granting of a per- certificate of occupancy has been issued.Because pa- mit shall not be construed to be a permit for,or an approval of, perwork at a job site is sometimes lost,the code allows any violation of any of the provisions of this code or of any a copy of the permit to be kept at the site and the origi- other ordinance of the jurisdiction.Permits presuming to give nal to be retained in a more secure place. Keeping a authority to violate or cancel the provisions of this code or other record of permits at the project location satisfies the le- ordinances of the jurisdiction shall not be valid.The issuance of gal requirements set forth in the code, and any inter- a permit based on construction documents and other data shall ested parry can verify that a valid permit has been ob- not prevent the building official from requiring the correction tained. of errors in the construction documents and other data. The building official is also authorized to prevent occupancy or use R105.8 Responsibility.It shall be the duty of every person who of a structure where in violation of this code or of any other performs work for the installation or repair of building,struc- ordinances of this jurisdiction. ture, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing systems, for which this code is applicable,to comply with this code. o A permit authorizes the permit holder to proceed with This is one of several code provisions that emphasize work that complies with the code requirements.A per- the required compliance with the code provisions for mit is not valid if it is issued for work that does not com- eve aspect of the project.While the permit holder is ply with the code requirements. If, after the permit has every p been issued,errors in the plans or construction are dis- designated as having the primary responsibility for covered, the building official has the authority to re- overall code compliance,it is the responsibility of each quire the correction of the plans or the work to comply and every person working on the job to adhere to the with the requirements of the code. requirements of the code. R105.5 Expiration.Every permit issued shall become invalid SECTION 8106 unlcSs the work authorized by such permit is commenced with- CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS m ISO days after its issuance,or if the work authorized by such prrmit is suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days after R106.1 Submittal documents.Construction documents,spe- thk time the work is commenced.The building official is autho- cial inspection and structural observation programs,and other niud►o grant,in writing, or more extensions of time,for data shall be submitted in one or more sets with each applica- Nriods not more than 180 days each. The extension shall be tion for a permit.The construction documents shall be prepared reilutstcd in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated. by a registered design professional where required by the stat- utes of the jurisdiction in which the project is to be constructed. 4 ce a Permit has been issued,the permit holder has Where special conditions exist,the building official is autho- M days to begin the construction work; otherwise, rized to require additional construction documents to be pre- the hermit will become invalid. if at any time the work pared by a registered design professional. FJCM T F. GRANDE RESERVE SCHEDULE OF FEES FEE &UNIT/ACRE Sewer City Ta -On Fee $500/unit Water Tap-On Fee up to $ ,6001unit Tap-On Fee 1 lulti--l~arnily LIP to $2,2001unit School Transition Fee $3.000/unit —Donation $ 8a Cif?0lacse Park Donation $58,000/acre Improvements $I, 4]{wait Ci Fees Capital Improvernern Fee (varies per fire protection $1,982.70- - 1 district as detailed in Exlibit 142) 1 $2,1 001vT6t Road fund Road Contribution Fund $2,0001unit Engin"ring lus ction & Administmfion Fee 1.75%of Total Estimated Improvement Costs for DevelopeVs Public Improvements --S800,000 Building Permit Fee + $.201sf Siren Fee $75/acre* Bristol Kendall & Oswego Fire Protection District 5.35 per sq.ft.of Fee for Commercial Uses I oammemial development *Developer requests the ability to pay for cost of installation of sirens With the exception of the road fund, the CITY agrees to require all annexation agreements for future residential subdivisions to contain language stating that the owners of such properties shall be responsible for fees no less than those amounts specified above. The CITY shall make all reasonable efforts to establish a policy that would bind future residential annexations to a similar road fund contribution. EXHIBIT"H2" PARK DONATION AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FEES PARK DONATION The total land area required for contribution, based on the 2,646 dwelling units as shown on the Concept PUD-Plan,pis 73-93 acres. The-OWNERS-and-DEVELOPER will-meet this-requirement with 73.93 acres of high and dry land. An additional donation of 30.88 acres will be made for park purposes for a total land donation of 104.81 acres as shown on Exhibit "D3". The timing and specifications for these donations shall be determined at the time of final engineering for each of the phases, but generally will be delivered graded and seeded by the DEVELOPER where appropriate. In addition: 1. OWNERS and DEVELOPER will provide an additional 247.67 acres of open space that includes regional open space, storm water detention areas, and neighborhood buffer areas as outlined in GrouR Exhibit"C". 2. The CITY hereby agrees to improve designated neighborhood park sites in accordance with the park concept plans included as Exhibit H4. Community and regional park concept plans included in H4 are intended to be illustrative of the C='s ultimate development plans for these parks subject to acquisition of the necessary funding and approval by City Council and the Park Board.As consideration I for said improvements, OWNERS and DEVELOPER shall provide $1,000.00 for each dwelling unit for park improvements (up to a maximum of $2,646,000.00 dependant upon the location of the school campus as described in Exhibit "H1" and any subsequent reduction in dwelling units). Individual park allocations identified below are conceptual and may be adjusted during the final engineering for each phase of development provided the total OWNER and DEVELOPER contribution does not exceed$2,646,000.00: Park Site/Amenity Amount Allocated A $120,000 B $166,000 C $120,000 D $150,000 E $210,000 F $65,000 G $120,000 H $65,000 1 $1,000,000 Trail System $480,000 Design $150,000 Total $2,646,000.40 f This amount excludes the cost of mass grading, street improvements, utility improvements and seeding of the neighborhood parks and buffers. Parks will be delivered with adjacent road improvements, curbs, sidewalks, parkway trees, necessary utility stubs, drainage improvements and a cover of turf acceptable to the CITY and conveyed to the CITY within 18 months from the commencement of development for each phase of development that a park site is located within. The tiririrzg, specifications, and costs for these improvements-shall he-detemiined--at the time flf final engineering for each of the phases. The DEVELOPER will collaborate with the Parks Department on the design of amenities for the parks and trails within the SUBJECT PROPERTY in accordance with the concept plans that have been attached as Exhibit D4 and Exhibit H4. The CITY shall retain final authority regarding the design of individual parks and trails as long as park improvements are substantially in conformance with the established concept plans. The DEVELOPER will be responsible for installing all park and trail improvements up to a maximum of $2,646,000. as described in the table above. Once DEVELOPER's designated funds are exhausted, additional improvements shall be the sole responsibility of the CITY. The CITY agrees that three (3) acres of park site D that are immediately adjacent to the school site shall remain as permanent open space for joint use by the Yorkville Community School District#115 and the United City of Yorkville Parks Department as park land. 1 CITY CAPITAL 1WROVEMENT FEE A capital transition fee of $1,982.70 shall be paid to the CITY for each residential unit located within the Oswego Fire Protection District boundary. A capital transition fee of$2,100.00 shall be paid to the CITY for each residential unit located within the Bristol Kendall Fire Protection District. UTaess otherwise provided in this Agreement, Said developmcnt, capital improvement, impact, and other fees shall be paid per individual res dent al dwelling unit concurrent with the building permit application for that particular residential dwelling unit. No other existing or future capital improvement fees and/or impact fees will apply with respect to the SUBJECT PROPERTY. The CITY capital improvement fee may be used to fund public improvements or capital needs of the CITY. The distribution of this fee is summarized in the table below and further described in the text that follows. City Capital Improvement Fee--Fee Breakdown and Payment Schedule Fee Description Fee Per #of Total Fee Payment Schedule Unit Units* Fire Protection — $150.00 1,885** $282,750.00 Total fee due within 6 BKFPD months of annexation,but - in adNflnee-e€ of an residential permit. Fire Protection— $150.00 1,885 $282,750.00 Per unit fee due BKFPD concurrent with individual building permit ap2lication. Fire Protection— $182.70. 761** $139,034.70 Per unit fee due OFPD concurrent with individual building permit application. Municipal $150.00 2,646 $396,900.00 Total fee due at the time Building Fee of annexation. Remaining City $1,650.00 2,646 $4,365,900.00 Per unit fee due Capital concurrent with individual Improvement Fee building permit a pplication. Total $1,982.70 2,646 $5,467,334.70 $2,100.00 *Total number of dwelling units to be determined at time of final platting based on school land donations described in Exhibit H 1. **Unit counts in each fire protection district are estimates and subject to change based on final determination of the Bristol Kendall and Oswego Fire Protection Districts at time of final platting for any phase of development FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT FEE Included in the capital transition fee described above is a$300.00 per dwelling unit fire protection district fee for the Bristol Kendall Fire Protection District and a$182.70 per dwelling unit fire protection district fee for the Oswego Fire Protection District. In recognition of the need to expand fire protection capabilities in the Bristol Kendall Fire Protection District in the immediate future, the OWNERS and DEVELOPERS have agreed to alternative payment provisions for this portion of the capital transition fee. Within six months of annexation,but prior to the issuance of any residential building permit, the OWNERS and DEVELOPERS shall pay$150.00 of the required fire protection district fee for each residential unit located within the Bristol Kendall Fire Protection District for a total amount not to exceed$300,000.00 to such District. The remaining $150.00 of the required fire protection district fee for the Bristol Kendall Fire Protection District and the entire$182.70 fire protection district fee for the Oswego Fire Protection District would be paid concurrent with the building permit application for that particular residential dwelling unit. Final determination of each Fire District's boundary would be made at the time of final platting through an intergovernmental agreement between the Bristol Kendall and Oswego Fire Districts. MUNICIPAL BUILDING FEE Also included in the capital transition fee described above is a $150.00 per unit fee that will be utilized furmunicipai building expansion. In recognition of the latyzs need to expand-facilities in the immediate future, the OWNERS and DEVELOPERS have agreed to alternate payment provisions for this portion of the capital transition fee. At the time of annexation, the OWNERS and DEVELOPERS shall pay$150.00 per unit to be utilized for facility expansion. ENGINEERING INSPECTIONIADMINISTRATION FEE Recognizing the immediate impact of the development of the SUBJECT PROPERTY, the OWNERS and DEVELOPER shall provide $250,000.00 of the required engineering review fee within sixty (60) days after execution of this Annexation Agreement. In consideration of this pre-payment of $250,000.00, the CITY shall credit OWNER and DEVELOPER $250,000.00. toward future engineering review fees. l ,SAD C►p Reviewed By: Agenda Item Number i Legal ❑ EST. 1836 Finance ❑ Engineer ❑ Tracking Number City Administrator ❑ may© Consultant ❑ LE Agenda Item Summary Memo Title: Revisions to 2005 Design Guidelines Meeting and Date: EDC /May 4, 2009 Synopsis: Staff revisions of the original 2005 Design Guidelines which were re-adopted in December 2008 Council Action Previously Taken: Date of Action: 12/9/08 Action Taken: Approval Item Number: Type of Vote Required: N/A Council Action Requested: Review and discussion of the text revisions Submitted by: Stephanie Boettcher Community Development Name Department Agenda Item Notes: See staff attached report D Cll o Memorandum EST. - 1836 To: EDC From: Stephanie Boettcher, Senior Planner 0 L 00 CC: Travis Miller, Community Development Director and Lisa �dA Pickering (for distribution) C-co��,�y <tE �v Date: April 30, 2009 Subject: United City of Yorkville Design Guidelines Adoption In December,the City Council adopted the Design Guidelines from the 2005 Comprehensive Plan (Southern Study Area)to ensure their continued use by the City. Upon this approval, staff has worked on changes/refinements to the document;however most of the overall content and standards from the original document staff felt were still applicable. An outline of these changes is provided below. • The removal of text which mentions the southern study area and/or Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update. • Revisions to the"Submittal/Approval Process"text in the Introduction. The section,now titled Applicability,uses the guidelines which have been codified in the landscape ordinance in determining when the Design Guidelines will be utilized. • The removal of text which encouraged the preservation of rural farmsteads and the use of split rail fencing, as this has not been the practice since the original guidelines were passed in 2005. • Revisions to the text when specific major corridors are mentioned in order to include those corridors north of the Fox River, such as US 30 and US 34. • Revisions to Principle 4,Principle 8 and Principle 9 to also mention native plants as desired plant materials. • Principle 5: Orientation-Encouraging south facing buildings and windows to take advantage of passive solar design,which uses sunlight, or the lack thereof,to heat and cool a house. • Principle 6: Trails—updated to reference the shared use trail system and trail head development. • The following text was added at the beginning of the Landscape Principles Section: "The following criteria are intended to supplement the landscape requirements currently adopted by the City. Where any conflict or overlap exists with the current City Ordinance, the stricter of the two shall apply." • Principle 9: Gateway Corridors—added additional corridors and removed text referencing the use of split rail fencing. • Principle 10—removed parking lot landscaping section as there are standards in the Landscape Ordinance. • Principle 11 —removed some of recommended features of gateway signs (split rail fencing and additional masonry columns) and added the recommended locations of primary and secondary gateways. • Principle 12: Site Furnishings—recommended the use of"dark sky"and LED lighting. • Principle 13—removed prohibited signs as this is addressed in the Sign Ordinance. Introduction Introduction These Design Guidelines identify and address site development, architecture, and landscape issues while providing general guidance to developers and City staff creating and evaluating land development proposals. As a result, future development can respect and enhance the character and quality of life in the United City of Yorkville. The key objectives of the Design Guidelines are to: • Educate the public, developers,property owners, and plan reviewers as to the desired and expected vision for development in Yorkville. • Present clear principles and priorities for achieving the vision for the City. • Create a sense of place. • Increase connectivity and focus commercial activity into defined nodes. • Illustrate specific techniques to use when planning and developing with the City. Purpose of Guidelines The Design Guidelines are intended to maintain the unique character and acknowledge th ?airn itage of Yorkville. In order to respect these objectives,there is a need to establish and maintain standards by which future development within Yorkville may occur. While the guidelines provide specific recommendations for development,they ca over all circumstances,, It is the intent of the design guidelines to provide flexibility while achievi of continuity and: 's 1 harmony with the United City of Yorkville. These design guidelines illustrate the proposed community character and establish an overall framework and comprehensive set of principles to allow the community to develop in an orderly and cohesive manner. They establish criteria for overall community planning, individual site planning, landscape concepts, signage design, as well as the architectural style and design for commercial,residential and civic areas. The guidelines outline ways to maintain the inherent character of the City while at the same time enabling individual developments to be distinct from one another. Applicability y All lots which have buildings constructed upon them prior to the date of this document are exempt, expect for any property which is being substantially redeveloped,rezoned, or which a special use is being requested. Substantial redevelopment consists of any construction activity that will result in a greater than 25%increase to the existing square footage or the addition of twelve(12) or more parking spaces. These design guidelines apply to all new construction projects (residential, commercial, industrial, civic, etc). All site development proposals are required to be submitted to the City for review. Further, it is the applicant's responsibility to ensure compliance with the latest revisions to these guidelines. Copies will be made available upon request to the City. The City will review all proposed site plans for compliance with the established regulations/guidelines contained herein. United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 1 Introduction Principles Overview The design guidelines focus on the overall scale of the City while also considering individual sites. In addition to general guidelines, detailed design components such as site furnishings, specific landscaping, architectural styles and themes for community identity are presented to further define the character of Yorkville. The Design Guidelines are divided into four categories of design principles: Overall Planning, Site Planning,Landscaping and Community Character. Overall Planning One of the objectives of the Overall Planning principles is to respect existing environmental and cultural features and outlines ways development can appropriately occur without compromising the integrity of the existing features. Another critical component of the Overall Planning principles is ensuring coordinated, comprehensive evelopments which are connected and incorporate appropriate transitions between vari and uses. Site Planning The objective of the Site Planning principles is to address individual developme and provide standards for creating attractive projects. The Guidelines outline specific techniques to achieve the desired aesthetics within indivi developments. Landscaping The Landscaping principles outline requirements landscape ents for developments with respect to buffers,right of way treatments, screen ite en ncement. Community Character A fundamental goal of the design guidelines is to create a hesive vision that reflects the unique character of Yorkville. By establishing a vision/theme for public and private properties within the City, a sense of character will be evident throughout the entire community. The Community Character principles outline specific design features such as architectural elements, gateways, major intersection enhancements, site furnishings, light fixtures, and signage criteria re mmended to maintain a consistent and unique identity for the City. The character principles intended to allow for variation.; e een individual developments while maintaining consistent es throughout the City. United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 2 Overall Planning Principles Overall Planning Principles The Overall Planning Principles address issues that impact development within the City,primarily focused upon issues related to land use with the City. PRINCIPLE 1:Preservelenhance open space, environmental features and rural character PRINCIPLE 2:Promote connectivity between land uses and adjacent developments PRINCIPLE 3:Provide transitions between land uses Desirable Elements: The following elements shall be incorporated into the developments wit e Ci • Preservation of existing trees • Trailheads signifying pedestrian pathways • Shared access points to development • Connections to adjacent properties to incorporate future development • "Step down"of building height with respect to adjacent, to r intensity land • Protect and preserve right-of-way for future expansion • Incorporate exclusive turn lanes into developments an . t tersections Undesirable Elements: The following elements are discouraged in developments within the City: • Destruction or loss of natural open space and enviro entally sensitive areas • Fragmented open space • Numerous traffic signals and uncoordinate eway co tions • Curb cuts for individual businesses • Drastic change in intensity of land use within el ments and among adjacent properties PRINCIPLE 1: Preserve/enhance open space, environmental features and rural character One of the primary goals of the design guidelines is to preserve the unique character of Yorkville. Several strategies can be implemented in order to protect the open space that currently exists and enhance the quality of open space throughout the City. Preserve Exis l e etation Recognizing tha isting tree cover throughout Yorkville is a significant benefit to the character of the City, emphasis s l"1'be placed on preservation of existing trees. • When developing, grading should be managed in an effort to reduce mass grading activities that would negatively impact existing tree cover. • Site planning should incorporate strict preservation requirements, focusing development into clusters that protect existing tree stands. (Refer to PRINCIPLE 4) • Utilize existing vegetation as a natural screen for parking and other elements that need to be screened from public view. (Refer to PRINCIPLE 8) United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 3 Overall Planning Principles Create Recreational Opportunities Yorkville's existing and proposed open space network provides a significant opportunity to establish a comprehensive trail system and expand the City's recreational open space system. Thoughtful design and incorporation of a coordinated trail system will provide critical linkages between developments and open spaces. • Provide public trailheads within or adjacent to new development to serve as a means to integrate development into the open space system. • Careful consideration should be given to trail connections within individual site plans to encourage alternative modes of transportation. PRINCIPLE 2: Promote connectivity between land uses and adjacent developments Provide a comprehensive approach to development that focuses on developing master plans that provide vehicular and pedestrian connections between adjacent properties. Consideration should be given to future development on and off-site. Planning for future expansion and connection helps create a sense of organization and assists in mitigating the traffic and nu ber of acce points along major roadways. Develop Comprehensive Master Plans Master plans should be developed to address relationships with ent properties, including but not limited to;the impact on circulation,buildi ientation,buildin ing,building scale, drainage patterns,topography and existing vegetation. Provide Continuous Paths Having convenient and easy access to a variety of'activt es an important in creating a strong sense of community. Providing co # tions between developme and considering how future developments can be incorporated into he comprehensive plan is critical to the overall success of the i. City. • Vehicular o In order to provide connections between developments while at the same time limiting A(* the number of access points onto roadways, site plans shall be developed to incorporate connections to existing and future adjacent development. Site planning of non-residential areas shall consider designing parking lot circulation to 9vrovide shared access points for adjacent developments,thus minimizing access points along major roadways. o Add sheet stubs for future development in residential areas to create continuous street network" • Pedestrian • Proposed site plans shall incorporate pedestrian routes within the development as well as connections to adjacent development. • Pedestrian links shall be provided to activity generators such as schools,parks, and shopping centers. • Buildings and plazas should be oriented to clearly identify linkages to adjacent developments. United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 4 Overall Planning Principles PRINCIPLE 3: Provide transitions between land uses Providing an appropriate means of transition between different land use intensities is important for creating compatible land uses within the City. This can be done a variety of ways,ranging from the architectural style, scale and location of buildings,to the use of open space and landscaping. Building Mass Hierarchy • Incorporate medium intensity development between projects of low and high intensities. • Building massing and height should provide a"step down"effect as a transition between different land use intensities. • Similar architectural styles may be incorporated on different land uses and various densities within a development. • New buildings should be compatible in relation to scale an"' aterials xisting adjacent developments. • In residential developments,higher densities shoul a loca ed closest to c tivity areas. Use of O en Space and/or Landsca in as a Transiti When transitions cannot be achieved through the variety of lis previously, ndscaping and/or open space may be used to provide a transition. Utilizin existing vegetation provides a mature,natural buffer. If existing vegetativ ,,,,,, fifers are not possib *lize landscaping to screen and buffer residential uses from high intensity, non-residential uses. United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 5 Site Planning Principles Site Planning Principles The Site Planning Principles address issues that affect the way that individual sites should be developed in order to blend in with the existing character of the City. PRINCIPLE 4: Incorporate existing site conditions into development plans PRINCIPLE 5: Provide a sense of architectural interest and unique identity throughout the City PRINCIPLE 6: Enhance pedestrian experience and establish sense of place through careful design and location of open spaces PRINCIPLE 7: Thoughtful consideration of vehicular and pedestri culation within individual developments PRINCIPLE 8: Appropriate design ofparking lots, utilities, service areas and detention areas to reduce the negative impact of typically un tractive sitecomponents Desirable Elements: The following elements shall be incorporated into the de opments within the City: • Richness of building surface and texture • Articulated mass and bulk • Clear visibility of entrances • Well organized commercial signag • Landscaped and screened parking Nlhlk • Special paving identifying intersections and crosswalks • Pedestrian friendly streetscapes and open spaces' • Thoughtful consideration of circulation • Screening of mechanical equipment, service areas,parking lots and any undesirable elements • Step-down of building scale along pedestrian routes and building entrances • Recognition of building hierarchy • Formal entry plazas and courtyard'' • Detention used as an amenity • Existing trees incorporated into development • Multi-planed,pitched roofs • Roof overhangs and arcades • Provide de ned entrance roads into developments and provide adequate vehicle storage bays at egress dri Undesirable Elements The following elements iscouraged in developments within the City: • Concrete deten n basins • Large,blank,unarticulated wall surfaces • Visible outdoor storage, loading, equipment and mechanical areas • Disjointed parking areas and confusing circulation patterns • Large expanses of parking • Service entrances near major entries and/or that are easily visible from roadway • Poorly defined site access points • Large"boxlike"structures United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 6 Site Planning Principles PRINCIPLE 4: Incorporate existing site conditions into development plans New development shall protect the existing environmental features throughout the City and minimize the impact of the development on the site and the surrounding land. Drainage Patterns Proposed site plans shall incorporate existing drainage patterns on site in an effort to avoid significantly altering the manner in which drainage flows offsite. At the time of site plan submittal to the City, a drainage and detention plan must be submitted. The location and type of drainage facilities must be shown. Topography and Soils 4,0k^ • Minimize cut and fill on site to reduce effects upon the nal drainage pattern and natural character of the site. • Minimize disturbance in areas of significant existi^walls on. If necessary for site development, consider using tree wells and reta' presery e existing trees where possible. • Development on unsuitable soils is prohibited. Incorporate unsuitable soils into an open space component of the site plan. • Stockpile top soil for later use in la a areas. Vegetation • Preserve existing trees. Every effort sho be Pthe planning process to incorporate quality, existing trees into the site plan des y quality, existing tree that occurs within the specific buffer yard as required per PRINCI E 9 shall rain undisturbed and be protected as part of the landscape buffer. • Preservation and enhancement of natural featur eluding native plant materials, is encouraged. PRINCIPLE 5: Provide a sense o 'architec Brest and unique identity throu hout the City The arch' "` tural standards are provided to preserve and guide the character of architecture throughout the City Rowing for individual architectural interpretation. All architectural proposals must be compatib h the vernacular of the northern Illinois region. In order to ensure compliance with the following ar tural guidelines, the City requires that building elevations,plans,materials samples, color samples, a ustrations submitted for review and approval prior to the commencement of building constructs Buildings • Orientation: Building orientation should take advantage of the building to site relationship. The orientation and location of buildings defines open spaces and circulation corridors. • Align focal architectural elements along major view or circulation axis. • Define pedestrian spaces and streetscapes with building orientation. • Create view corridors between buildings,plazas, courtyards and adjacent buildings. • Create pedestrian spaces and plazas by varying building facades • Cluster buildings whenever possible, creating opportunities for plazas and pedestrian malls. Prevent long, linear facades from dominating the view. United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 7 Site Planning Principles • Buildings adjacent to Routes 30, 34,47, 71, and 126 must face the primary roadway. No service access, storage, etc. is allowed to face Routes 30, 34,47, 71, and 126. • Develop sites in a comprehensive and coordinated manner to provide order and compatibility(especially in the case of large sites which will be developed in phases). • The exterior character and orientation of all buildings and the spaces they define should encourage and enhance pedestrian activity. • Attention should be given to the quality and usability of the outdoor spaces formed by the exterior of a dwelling and adjacent dwellings. Avoid locating the private area of one dwelling adjacent to the public area of an adjacent dwelling. • Buildings with a south orientation are encouraged in order to utilize passive solar heating. Proper placement of windows and proper overhangs (which block the sun in the summer and let in the sun in the winter) are necessary as part of a passive solar design in order to take advantage of the heating benefits in the w' r d cooling benefits in the summer. • In multi-family residential developments,b in hould be oriented to create functional outdoor spaces. • In residential neighborhoods, consid ould a be given to the �from adjacent dwellings and public spaces. • Facades: Building facades should a ' ve a high level of interest when viewed from automobile and pedestrian vantage p • In residential developments, fr t ' orches sho e used to create a sense of place and community. • Natural stone and masonry materi `s aril o be a the lower portions of buildings to create a visual anchor to the ground and provide i erest at the pedestrian level. • Vary the planes of exterior walls in depth and/or direction. • Wall planes shall not run in a continuous direction more than 65 feet without an offset of at least 3 feet. • Wall planes of more than 20 feet high are prohibited without incorporating meaningful techniques, such as aw 'ngs or a change in building material,to break up the perceived building mass. Awnings are encouraged along facades to provide color, shade and architectural interest. here awnings are used along a row of continuous buildings, a consistent form,material, r, location and mounting arrangement must be used. Awnings should be located to provide a consistent minimum 8 feet vertical clearance,with a maximum generally not to exceed 12 feet. ■ Colors of awnings must complement the buildings. ■ "Incorporate the awnings along with any signage to provide a uniformly designed building fagade. ■ Signs on awnings are permitted. ■ Internally illuminated awnings are prohibited ■ Awnings and canopies may be made of sheet metal or canvas membrane. Plastic or vinyl awnings are not permitted. United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 8 Site Planning Principles • In new residential neighborhoods,houses shall not repeat same elevations without two lots of separation. Houses across the street from each other and back-to-back corner lots shall not e of the same elevation. • In residential areas, garages should not dominate the street view. Rather,provide parking and garages to the side or rear of lots or set the garage face back from the primary fagade of the house. Avoid allowing the garage to become the primary architectural feature. • Roof Treatment: Rooftops should be considered important design elements as viewed from a variety of vantage points such as at ground level, from other buildings and from adjacent perimeter roadways. A well-composed"roofscape"achieves an interesting skyline without becoming overly busy or contrived. Roof forms should serve Nknd ons from the ground level to intermediate masses to the tallest masses and . Form should also be interesting when seen from above in adjacent• Materials and Colors: Visual continuity in major buil ding masir d throughout the City. Specific criteria include the following:o Material samples of all proposed buildings must be p d be approved by the City. • Materials should be consist ith the Communi racter principles outlined in these guidelines. • Wall materials that are muted, earth Pone in color and have texture are to be used • Reserve the use of strongly contrasting materials and colors for accents, such as building entrances,railings and trim. Avoid an excessive variety of fagade materials. • Avoid using highly reflective materials and surfaces such as polished metal,which generate glare,particularly at the pedestrian level. • Materials which may be incorporated include: native stone,brick, stucco and textured concrete. Alternative materials that achieve similar looks and are of high quality and low maintenance may be considered. o Common materials shall be located on all sides of the building with the exception of service areas not visible from a public street. Coordinating materials within a development can tie together buildings of different sizes, ses, and forms. • In new residential neighborhoods at the time of initial building permit,houses shall not be the$ame cola#unless there are at least two lots of separation. Houses across the street from each other are not permitted to be the same color. • Use contrasting but compatible building materials and textures to unify exterior building elements and to create depth,proportion and scale. • In residential developments,building should complement each other by using materials and colors within the same"family". • Building colors should be derived from, and related to,the finishes of primary building materials. United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 9 Site Planning Principles • Height: The overall appearance of development shall be low and horizontal,with building heights throughout the community generally low to medium scale. Building heights are expected(and desired)to vary to ensure visual interest. • Consider the use of taller buildings and/or elements to highlight significant intersections and pedestrian nodes. • Building heights shall be determined in a manner which enhances an overall residential quality. • Maintain compatible relationships with adjacent dwellings and street frontages. • Building heights shall be responsive to heights of homes loca&on slopes above and below the dwelling. • Sight lines to greenbelts, open areas,water features, and scenic horizon views are to be optimized and maintained to the fullest extent pos e by mi., izing the building height and obstruction. • Scenic view compatibility shall be cAd n rmining building height. • Within a neighborhood, a combinati ,one a d a half, and two story dwellings is encouraged to add diversity to the st Entir ighborhoods or blocks of continuous two story dwellings are • For multilevel dwellings on corner lots, locate -story element of the dwelling at the street corner to help reduce the feeling of enclos e neighborhood. • Two-story dwelling can best relate to a neighboring e story if it contains a one-story element. • Scale: Buildings should appear to be of a`pede's rian"or"huirian"scale. When components in the built environment are designed in such away that people feel comfortable,then human scale has been achieved. In general,these means that the size,patterns,textures, forms and overall three-dimensional composition can be appreciated at the pedestrian level. • Vary the height of buildings, and/or building elements where feasible, so they appear to be divided into distinct elements or masses. o Avoid large-scale buildings that are "box-like" and typically dominate a site. • Use building mass appropriate to the site. Place buildings with larger footprints,height and massing in core activity areas or in the heart of the development near similar ensities. By doing so, the impact on adjacent land uses will be reduced. o Insidential areas,the relationship between the lot size, street width and building scale are important to creating a human scale. Elements such as trees,pedestrian path lighting and porches can aid in achieving human scale. • Hierarchy: It is mportant to recognize that future projects will be developed using a variety of buildings with various uses. Vehicular and pedestrian traffic should be able to recognize the hierarchy of buildings from secondary buildings. o Primary Buildings: Primary buildings, such as major anchors,public buildings or major attractions, shall be located at prominent locations, anchoring a major view axis and serving as focal points in the community. United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 10 Site Planning Principles • Gateway Buildings: Buildings at major entrances, corners, intersections, or along significant roads should use special architectural elements to help identify that location as a"gateway". These elements also begin to define the sense of place for the community. • Special architectural features may include corner towers, cupolas, clock towers, balconies, colonnades or spires. • The use of vertical elements helps to frame the entrance and guide people into and through the development. • Entrances • Primary entrances should be easily identifiable and to both human scale as well as the scale of the building(s)they serve. • Wherever possible, entrances should be invit' out becoming dark. • Main building entrances should be design o be identifiable from primary driveways and drop-offs. Ad ' 'on y,they be visible from parking areas. Retaining Walls • All retaining walls must be faced(veneered)with n , rick, stucco approved equal). • Retaining walls adjacent to or visib m any street shal of exceed 4 feet in height. Grade changes that require retaining walls V6ceeding 4 feet must be terraced with a minimum of 4 feet clear separation between each wall. Exceptions may be reviewed and approved by the City in order to preserve existing tree stands. • Walls should be designed as an integral part of t e dwe sign. Stone sizes should be consistent and laid in a horizontal course. Masonry mate is shall match or complement the facade of surrounding buildings. • Walls at intersections must not interfere with sae sight distances. PRINCIPLE 6: Enhance pedestrian experience and establish sense of place through careful design and location of open spaces The creation of open space throughout the City is an essential technique used to break up building facades. The use of such pockets of interest creates views into the various developments. A wide range of open spaces` uch as public gathering plazas, open"greens", common play areas,neighborhood parks and natural preset ycidered orated into development plans. View Corridors • Open spa valuable amenity,therefore careful con sideration of vistas into open spaces fro , streets and drives is required. • Maintain view corridors to provide vistas of amenities,natural features, open spaces and other significant elements. • Create focal points at main entries,on axis with major circulation routes and pedestrian corridors to establish a strong identity and structure for the project. United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 11 Site Planning Principles Trails • Properties developing in areas where trails are proposed as part of the City's Shared Use Trail Plan, should construct these trail segments. • Trail linkages should be provided from proposed neighborhoods to the City's Shared Use Trail system, forest preserve trails, and adjacent developments. • Trailheads should be incorporated in to developments to identify the City's Share Use Trail System. Types of trailheads can range from simple signage or informational kiosk of the system to larger facilities with parking and public restroom facilities. The type desired will be determined by the location of the development. Courtyards and Plazas Courtyards,plazas and terraces should be designed at a human scale and inc ' ated as public amenities around non-residential buildings. Interrupting building facades to create "outd oms"as well as varying the width of walkways will help create pedestrian spaces. These pedestria es will create opportunities for comfortable outdoor experiences and are critical in defining plazas a rds. • Orient plazas and courtyards to views of site ameni such a en space,water res, sculptural elements or landscaped areas. • Consider opportunities to orient plazas and courtyards views of significant buildings or down long corridors. • Wherever possible, create a sense o for outdoor seating°gip. Such areas should be light and airy while providing a sense of safety from the elements. • Add elements such as trees,water features, a variety of seating areas and landscape color to give the public spaces an inviting appearance and visual interest. • Incorporate p4ence n scaled lighting for safety and to promote use in the evening. • Incorporate p d paving patterns,with special consideration given to permeable pavers,to add interest a the aesthetic quality of spaces. • Allow for outdoor tables and seating to promote use of the space. PRINCIP 7: Thou2htful consideration of vehicular and pedestrian circulation within individual developments The purpose of the circulation standards. to minimize hazards and conflicts and establish logical circulation patterns. The appropriate integration of vehicular and pedestrian circulation is intended to provide safe and convVnces: s to all sites while being attractive, efficient and functional. Vehicular Circulation • Primary Site ach entrance t o a parcel, individual building site or residential neighborhood from a primary roadway should be designed as a"gateway"to the area it serves. Design elements should be visually interesting and consistent with other streetscape materials used throughout the City. When designing entries into residential and non-residential tracts, developers shall: • Coordinate with adjacent properties to consolidate entries and minimize access points along major roadways. • Minimize pedestrian and vehicle conflicts by reducing the quantity of crosswalks. United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 12 Site Planning Principles • Clearly identify site entries and provide a clear entry/arrival sequence. • Provide"secondary"entries to parking lots and smaller residential neighborhoods from adjacent perpendicular minor roadways. Paving material,plants, signs and lighting should match primary entrance treatments, although landscaping intensity and signage may be reduced in scale. • Provide at least one"primary"entry to parking lots or residential communities. The use of medians and/or special paving or landscaping to identify primary entries is required. • Internal Drives: All internal drives should visually lead drivers to building entries, site amenities, or focal elements. • Design drives and parking areas to fit the natural contou "of the site in order to minimize cut and fill and maintain natural drainage. • Align streets and drives to offer views to significa rchite features and site amenities and to direct drivers. • Internal streets shall be separated from par ' o y landscape islands and walkways. • Drop-Off Areas: Drop-off areas for vehicles pa gers shall be incorporated into development plans and should provide safe, convenient ac ilding entries,pedestrian plazas, and public open spaces. Drop-off areas must conform to all A A regulations and standards. • Emphasize drop-off areas with special paving material. • Design drop-off lanes so th o not obstruct traffic flow when vehicles are stopped. • Install bollards at drop-offs t "provide protection for buildings and pedestrian walkways. • Service Areas: Service vehicle circulation throughout the City shall be designed to provide safe and efficient delivery routes for all anticipated service and delivery vehicles. The design of individual parcels to accommodate truck access shall meet all regulatory requirements for turning movements without sacrificing other important design objectives. • Locate service areas away from major streets and building entrances. • A noise barrier is required in situations whefe service areas are adjacent to a residential land use. • Minimize pedestrian and serviceoicle conflicts. o Hide/screen views into service areas. Screening can be provided with landscaping or screen walls. Screen walls shall repeat materials and elements of the primary building. ISAdjoining uses should share service drives where possible. esign service drives to accommodate the traffic intended to use them including all nce roads and access aisles that will be used to access the service areas. Pedestrian Circulation The purpose of pedestrian circulation standards is to establish guidelines for creating a pedestrian circulation system that is safe and efficient. Good walking environments include: continuous routes between sites, clearly defined access from parking areas, a variety of connected destinations and a feeling of safety and security. • Sidewalks: Sidewalks must be constructed to provide pedestrian access to adjacent development and connections to the pedestrian trails throughout the City. Within specific developments, sidewalks shall provide access to and from parking lots,neighborhoods, schools,parks and open spaces. United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 13 Site Planning Principles • Create distinct pedestrian corridors,which funnel pedestrians to logical gateways,plazas or other destinations. • Place special emphasis on pedestrian connections that link schools,recreation areas, and other major activity areas. • Neighborhoods should have access to open space and pocket parks by way of sidewalks and trails. • In residential areas, sidewalks should be located on both sides of the street, or trail in lieu of sidewalk on one side and sidewalk on the other. • Pavers or other changes in material or color should be used for walks adjacent to buildings and at street intersections to identify and enhance pedestrian routes. • Crosswalks: Crosswalks are required at all intersections and key pedestrian crossings. Crosswalks must be identified by change in color,height,width,texture, or materials. Refer to ADA regulations and standards for any specific criteri arding crosswalks and ramps. Pedestrian Circulation in Parking Lots ". Walkways that lead pedestrians from parking areas to buildings or plazas should be designed to facilitate easy movement and minimize crossing conflicts with vehicles. Pedestrians should feel comfortable about their walkways to buildings and pedestrian corridors should clearly identified. • Pedestrians should not be required oss service drives to re ch major entrances from primary parking lots. • Where major pedestrian routes within parking lots cross roadwa d drives,use textured or colored paving materials to distinguish the route.', • Medians with sidewalks allow for safe circulation and re irculation conflicts. • Wherever feasible orient parking aisles perpendicular to ilding entrances. Accessibility Owners and developers are expected or exceed requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act(ADA), 1992, and all amendmentsAkereto is the design and development of individual parcels, sites, buildings,-and facilities. To the greatest extent possible,provide equal access in a manner that integrates ADA accessibility with ordinary accessibility,rather than separately. PRINCIPLE 84'-Appropriate design of parking lots,utilities, service areas and detention areas to reduce the negative impact of typically unattractive site components This section provides standards for the siting and layout of parking lots, service and loading areas, utilities,trash, storage and detention facilities. Specific landscaping criteria for these areas are included in the Landscaping Principles section. Site plans specifying parking and circulation designs,utility and detention requirements shall be submitted to the City for review. Parking • Parking ratios and quantity of spaces shall comply with the criteria set forth in the United City of Yorkville Zoning Ordinance • Parking areas should be designed and located so they provide safe and efficient vehicular and pedestrian circulation within a site. • Minimize negative visual impacts from adjacent roadways. United City of Yorkville-Design Guidelines Page 14 Site Planning Principles • Break large expanses of pavement with landscape medians and islands. • Divide parking areas which accommodate a large number of vehicles into a series of smaller, connected lots. • Avoid situations where parking spaces directly abut structures. • Separate parking aisles from interior collectors and entry drives whenever possible. Shared Parking: Where opportunities exist for shared parking between uses with staggered peak parking demands, consider reducing the total number of parking spaces wi hin each site or parcel. Parking should be shared between complementary uses such as church ffice buildings. Store Front& Street Parking Requirements: All store front parki hall use angled parking or parallel parking. Areas shall be provided for sidewalks and la Gaping een the store front and the edge of parking stall. Bicycle: To encourage and accommodate alternative transportation modes,pro vi cl parking within each building site. Locate bicycle parking areas so they are 'sible form buil ntrances and convenient for riders. Parking areas shall be landscapedn a ma r consistent It pedestrian plazas. Also,bike racks should be of a style consistent with other site elements. Substations/Water/Wastewater Stations Proposed electric substations,water pump stations and wastewateNfte ha ll be screened from public views by a means of a 6 foot masonry wall on all sides with the exception of the area for gate accesses to the facility combined with landscaping. Service access shall be considered and incorporated into the screening program. Detention • Drainage facilities s ould be use as an amenit o a development. If the existing topography allows, the location can be incorporated into an entry feature or can be the foundation for a park trails and open space. • al and/or vegetated draina swales provide open space connections, filter runoff and i e the aesthetic appearance f development. • Dete facilities should not be designed as to require chain link fencing or concrete walls. If such de s are required due to engineering requirements, consider using decorative modular stone to give the appearance of a retaining wall. • Detention ponds located in the front yard building set back shall be designed as a curvilinear, contoured shape. • The design of detention ponds and drainage swales should incorporate conservation practices and include native plant materials in the landscape. Location of Utilities Visual and sound impacts of utilities,mechanical equipment, data transmission dishes,towers and other equipment should be minimized in all development plans. • Design and install all permanent utility service lines underground. United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 15 Site Planning Principles • During construction and maintenance, minimize disruptions to other sites and businesses within the City. • Temporary overhead distribution power and telephone lines are permitted during construction but shall be removed immediately upon completion of site and building construction. • Wherever possible, mount data transmission and receiving telecommunication devices at ground level to the rear of structures and screen views from adjacent roadways,pedestrian paths and building sites. • Screen all electrical transformers, gas meters and other utility cabinets from view. • Structures are prohibited from being located in utility easements. Avoid locating signs, special landscape features, etc. in utility easements. • Air conditioning units,vent systems and other mechanical systems that must be located on building roofs shall be screened from sight at the ground pl%e. • In residential communities: • Items requiring screening should be locate ^thear or side yards when possible and should be integrated in to the unit design. • Air conditioning units must be located behind a screen wall or planting hedge • Utility meters must be located on side or rear e ons o the dwelling.Of Location of Service/Delivery/Trash/Storage Areas The visual impacts of service, delivery,trash and outdoor equipment or storage areas should be minimized,particularly relative to views from public roadways and pedestrian corridors. Thoughtful placement and integration into the architecture and site design is a priority for all sites. • Orient service entrances,loading docks,waste disposal areas and other similar uses toward service roads and away from major streets and primary building entrances. • Locate loading, service,trash and delivery areas so they do not encroach on any setbacks. • Avoid locating service areas where they are visible from adjacent buildings or where they may impact view corridors. Such facilities are more appropriate at the rear of buildings or sites. • Trash enclosures must be located away fro "residential property lines. • Wherever possible, coordinate the locations of service areas between adjacent users or developments, so that service drives can be shared. • Locate parking areas for outdoor equipment,trucks,trailers, service vehicles, etc. away from public parking lots and major pedestrian circulation routes. Unless totally out of view, screen these areas architecturally and with landscaping • All proposed dumpsters, trash receptacles,refuse storage containers, outdoor storage, and ground mounted equipment should be located within an enclosure providing screening along with landscaping along the perimeter. Such enclosures shall repeat materials and elements on the primary building. United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 16 Landscape Principles Landscape Principles Landscape guidelines are essential for reflecting and enhancing the distinct character of the City. The standards and requirements for the installation of landscaping and screening walls throughout the City are set forth in order to: • Enhance Yorkville's sense of place. • Promote the general welfare of the community. • Enhance the living environment. • Aid in the enhancement of property values. • Create an attractive, consistent appearance. • Complement the visual effects of buildings. • Provide appropriate buffers between land uses. • Support the landscape character of the City. • Use sustainable practices to reduce the impact of the built landscape on tural ecosystem. The following criteria are intended to supplement the landscape requirements curre opted by the City. Where any conflict or overlap exists with the current City Ord ance,the stricter o shall apply. PRINCIPLE 9: Provide a unified landscape treatment throughout the City through the use of consistent right-of-way and buffer treatments. PRINCIPLE 10: Enhance the aesthetic appearance of development and'lessen the impact of undesirable site components through the effecti ruse of landscaping. PRINCIPLE 9: Provide a unified landsca a tre t throu t the City throu h the use of consistent right-of-way and buffer treatments. Landscape Character The overall character of the City will be enhanced in large part by the landscaping found throughout the City. To enhance the overall desired character throughout the City: • "`dscaping will be done in informal clusters to create a more natural appearance. • 'Is and/or sidewalks will be located throughout the City in the landscape buffers. "Gatewa " r Lan dsca e?: reatments • Primary "'teway Corridors: Several major corridors lead residents and visitors into the City of Yorkville. The visual experience along these"Gateways" is critical to the overall perception and character associated with Yorkville. Due to the importance of these"Gateways"and the influence they have on the identity for the City, specific criteria have been added to these guidelines to ensure that an attractive landscape appearance is maintained as properties are developed adjacent to these primary corridors. The primary corridors identified for specific landscape buffers include: Route 30,Route 34,Route 47,Route 126,Route 71 and Prairie Parkway and Caton Farm Road. Where scenic vistas are prominent along a"Gateway"corridor, such as Route 71,the landscape should be designed in a manner which frames the distant views. Site entrances should be highlighted with ornamental landscaping to signal the access point,while United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 17 Landscape Principles the remainder of the corridor should have an informal quality to capture the natural feel of the landscape. • Secondary Gateway Corridors: In addition to the primary gateway corridors leading into the City, several additional roadways have been identified as secondary gateway corridors,possessing unique and attractive qualities which also define the character of the City. Development along these secondary corridors should be carefully evaluated to ensure the character of Yorkville is preserved. These roadways include: Fox Road,Highpoint Road, Legion Road,Van Emmon Road, River Road, Cannonball Trail,Kennedy Road,Mill Road, Galena Road,Eldamain Road, Minkler Road and Baseline Road. As with Primary Gateway Corridors, Secondary Gateway Corridors should also have designed landscapes which frame the distant views of scenic vistas. Site entrances should also be highlighted with ornamental.landscaping YQ signal the access point, while the remainder of the corridor should have an inf aI ality to e the natural feel of the landscape. General Planting Requirements Proper installation and maintenance of landscape plantings is essential to achieving the fired character throughout the City. The following requirements specify critical considerations for landscape plantings. • All landscaping shall be se Vlards,d from vehicular use areas by some form of barrier such .'e as raised concrete curbing, curb stops or other suitable permanent alternative. • No artificial plant material may be used to satisfy the requirements of this section. • Coordinate tree plantings with utility locations to avoid conflicts. • The use of native plant materials is strongly encouraged • The use of lawn seed;as opposed to sod, is encouraged PRINCIPLE 10: Enhance the aesthetic appearance of development and lessen the impact of undesirable site components through the effective use of landscaping. IntersectiW, and Site Entrances Interse ins and development entrances should be identified with ornamental landscaping coordinated wit e e. Clearly enhancing the entrances with landscaping and lighting will help identify key access poin add to the aeletic appeal of the City. Landscaping Adjacent to Non-Residential Buildings • Incorporate planting beds into plazas to create shade and add human scale. • Consider evergreen trees to create wind-blocks against prevailing winter winds. • Accent entrances and architectural elements with ornamental plantings. • Landscaped islands shall be planted with seasonal color and/or groundcover. • Use plantings adjacent to buildings and along walkways to soften the appearance. • Mature trees should be pruned of branches up to 9 feet high to maintain safe pedestrian passage. • Incorporate landscaping beds and planters at key entryways and seating areas. • Landscaping is encouraged at pedestrian crossings and seating areas. However, consideration should be given to vehicular/pedestrian sight lines. • Explore opportunities to break up large expanses of pavement. United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 18 Landscape Principles Unimproved Pad Sites All portions of the development site not occupied by buildings, structures,vehicle access and parking areas, loading/unloading areas and approved storage areas shall be landscaped. Future building pads within a phase development shall be kept in a neat and orderly manner though no landscaping is required. Dumpster/Trash Receptacles/Outdoor Storage All proposed dumpsters,trash receptacles,refuse storage containers and outdoor storage shall be located within an enclosure providing screening by means of combining the following landscape elements: • Large shrubs and small trees shall be arranged as foundation planting around the perimeter of the pad areas. The opening for the equipment however shall not be obstructed. The above landscape requirements do not apply when the enclosure is an architq aural extqnsi n of a principal building or where service areas are not visible. United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 19 Community Character Principles Community Character Principles The Community Character Principles address issues related to creating a unified sense of place and a positive identity for the United City of Yorkville. PRINCIPLE 11: Establish unique gateway entrance features to identify the City. PRINICPLE 12: Establish a comprehensive theme and a consistent family of lighting and furnishings for all public and private spaces. PRINCIPLE 13: Create a cohesive signage program. Desirable Elements: The following elements are encouraged within all public and private oughout the City. • Significant gateway defining entry into the City. • Unique intersection enhancements to provide visual landma and rep design elements. • Significant landscape areas with interesting hardscape design. • Comprehensive,uniformly themed signage program for public and private sp • Consistent family of site furnishings and light fixtures. • Continuation of landscape buffer yards along the"Gateway"Corr ors • Richness of building surface and texture • Consistent and cohesive architectur ents on building • Consistent window and door patterns • Significant wall articulation • Building facades with many windows for eet a appeal. Undesirable Elements: The following elements^discourage with in the Ci • Large,billboard type signage structures for indi al businesses. • Wide ranging lighting and site furnishing styles. • Stand alone signage for individual businesses within a development • Large, out-of-scale signs with flashy colors • Highly reflective surfaces or heavily tinted glass fronts • Metal siding on primary facades • Vinyl siding on residential buildings • Mix of unrelated styles, i.e. rustic wood shingles and polished chrome • Strongly themed architectural styles,which will soon become dated • Sparsely landscaped parking lots, entries and right-of-ways • Large non-residential building facades with few or no windows PRINCIPLE 11: Establish unique gateway entry features to identify the City Creating clearly defined gateways provides definition of the City's corporate limits,makes a welcoming statement to visitors and creates a sense of arrival. It also allows visitors to associate elements found within the City, such as signage and architectural elements, to characteristics of the gateway design. The gateway feature should incorporate"Welcome to the United City of Yorkville"in some consistent United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 20 Community Character Principles articulation and be consistent with the signage styles adopted for use in other public areas in the City. Gateway entry features are also encouraged to serve as trail heads for the City's Shared Use Trail system. Using similar materials, forms and colors will help introduce those elements that will be consistently found throughout the City. • Masonry columns constructed of red brick and limestone as a counterpart to the historic Kendall County courthouse. Applicable locations for primary gateway entry features are: • South of the intersection of Route 30 and Route 47 • Along Mill Road prior to the Burlington North Santa Fe railroad tracks • East of the Route 34 and Bristol Ridge Road intersection • West of the Route 71 and Van Emmon Road intersection, along Route 71 • West of the intersection of Route 126 and Block Road, along Route 126 • At the intersection of the Prairie Parkway and Caton Farm Road, along Rout • At the intersection of the Prairie Parkway and e 71, alon Route 71 • West the Rob Roy Creek along Route 34 Applicable locations for secondary gateway entry features are. • Along Route 30 west of Dickson Road • South of the intersection of Galena Road and Cannonball Trail, along Cannonball Trail • Along Galena Road to the east of Blackhawk Boulevard • Along Van Emmon Road to the west of Lyons Forest Preserve • Along Fox Road to the west of the Hoover Education Center: • East of the intersection of River Road and Eldamain Road • East of the intersection of Eldamain Road and Galena Road • East of the intersection of Eldamain Road and Baseline Road PRINCIPLE 12: Establish a comprehensive theme and a consistent family of lighting and site furnishings for all public and private spaces Develop special areas that contain similar forms and/or materials to visually unify a sequence of events within the City. Establish design themes with complementary architecture, site furnishings, landscaping and lighting w, ' h are carefully coordinated to create unique identities while enhancing the sense of place that defines Y e. Architecture Design themes for indiv developments should have a consistent palette of materials, forms and fixtures that is consiste with the Illinois vernacular architecture that unifies the City. The intent is to allow for unique designs and flexibility,but within a set of parameters. (Refer to PRINCIPLE 5)By doing so, development within the City is visually compatible. Site Furnishings A palette of complementary site furnishings shall be used throughout the City to provide continuity between developments. The palette includes the following furnishings: seating,planters,waste United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 21 Community Character Principles receptacles, and street lights. When development occurs within the City,the following furnishings or equivalent styles must be utilized in the site design and approved by the City planning staff. • Seating/Benches: Outdoor seating should be constructed of materials that are durable and easy to maintain in order to best withstand the elements and vandalism. Where seating is designed to be affixed,provide a variety of arrangements(both linear and grouped),which may accommodate 2 to 6 people. Provide benches at major building entryways, drop-off areas,pedestrian courtyards and plazas,parks and along the shared-use trail system. • Planters: Planters shall complement the other furnishings in the palette. Planters should be incorporated into building entrances,plazas, or as a complementary feature to the overall architecture. • Waste and Recycling Receptacles: Waste and recycling receptacles shall complement the other furnishings in the palette. Waste and recycling receptacles small be provided at building entrances, intersections,plazas as well as other locations. m • Light Fixtures: Developing a family of lighting fixtures is critical to successfully developing a consistent style throughout the City. As a prominent element in the landscape, during the day and night, lighting must respond to a number of design criteria, including: • Provide consistent street lights throughout the City; allowing flexibility within the family of fixtures to provide for varying applications.,,,,, • Lights should be pedestrian in scale; larger lighting applications such as traffic lights shall incorporate a detailed base which provides interest at the pedestrian level. • Highlight interesting architectural or landscape elements with the use of accent lighting. • Light fixtures attached to buildings shall be consistent with the style of the lighting family and compatibility with the architectural style. • Creatively utilize lighting to emphasize design elements, including entry signage and public art. • Fixtures shall be appropriately shielded so that the light source is not directly visible from public roads or adjacent properties. o Aesthetic and other non-security lights shall be placed on timers which are set to turn off during non-peak hours ofthevening. Light designs should adhere to the Dark Sky concept,which limits light pollution onto surrounding properties and the open sky above. o LED lights should be considered in all applications • Public Art Program: Incorporating outdoor sculptures, fountains and other artwork is encouraged. Such elements and features help establish strong visual identities for individual facilities and greatly enhance the unique character of Yorkville. • Artwork should have relevance to the United City of Yorkville;past,present or future. • The placement of artwork shall be visibly located throughout the City • Accent public open spaces with sculptures or fountains to give added community character. PRINCIPLE 13: Create a cohesive signne program It is important to consider the experience of a first time visitor when developing a family of signage. Creating an easily identifiable,unified signage system facilitates movement to both public and private United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 22 Community Character Principles destinations. Consolidating the identification of multiple individual entities into a single system reduces the amount of visual clutter usually associated with individual businesses using competitive signage strategies. Proposed signage should be evaluated on material, color, shape, scale, size, location and overall appropriateness. Signs of all scales within a development should relate to each other through a consistent use of materials, colors and text style. The following criteria are intended to supplement the signage requirements currently adopted by the City. Where any conflict or overlap exists with the current City codes,the stricter of the two shall apply. Signage Dg�ign • Colors • Sign colors should complement the colors and theme tire development. • Avoid too many colors, small accents may make t ign ttractive and unique but limit amount of colors used. • Materials • Sign materials should be compatible with the materi is used on the b fa ade upon which they are associated with or placed upon. • New materials may be appropriate only if they are designed in a manner nsistent with the theme established by that development. • Metal signs are permitted but avoid finishes that eate glare. • Paper and cloth signs are not permitted. • Legibility °k • Limit the number of text styles to avoid confus. nd ' rease legibility. • Avoid symbols and fonts that are hard to read or tricate. • Use symbols and logos in place of words whenev appropriate. • Illumination o Illuminate only signs t�iat are necessary, allow for illumination from other sources, such as streetlights or pedestrian lights. o Individually illuminated signs, either individual illuminated letters or back-lighted are encouraged. o Internally illuminated plastic cabinet signs are discouraged. Signs with individual letters are better integrated with the architecture. • Location • Signs should not dominate the site in height and should not project above the rooflines of the buildings. • Signs should not obstruct doors or windows. • Utilize the building's architectural features to delineate where signs should be located. • Window signs should not cover a majority of the window. Project Entry and Monument Signs Project entry identifiers are located within landscape lot areas adjacent to major thoroughfares and at major intersections and primary entries. Projects with more than one tenant should locate no more than one sign along the City's "Gateway"corridors. • All freestanding signs should be monument type. • Freestanding monument signs should be perpendicular to the street. United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 23 Community Character Principles • Signs should be oriented so that sight lines at intersections are not obstructed. • Solid architectural bases and sides are encouraged. Each sign should incorporate a base,which is a minimum of 2 feet high. Sign materials should complement the materials used throughout the development. • Landscaping should be incorporated at the base of the sign.A minimum 5 ft. landscape bed shall be created on all sides of the sign. • Lighting of monument signs is permitted,minimize the amount of light pollution and glare onto surrounding property. Neighborhood Entry Signs Neighborhood entry identifies shall be placed at the primary entrance Andividual neighborhoods within a community and shall be installed by the neighborhood homebuilder. The neighborhood signs shall be reflective of the main entry signage through the use of like foam, materials,logo a landscape. The location of neighborhood signs must be reviewed and appr ed by the City. Directional Signs When deemed necessary by the City or developer, easy to r o t a pedestrian d' ectional signs will be placed along public streets, greenbelts and trails within ille. The location of each of these signs must receive the approval of the City. Wall Signs • All wall signs should not project from th urfac h re mounted more than 12 inches. • Wall signs should bd ocated where the buil g's archite tural features suggest. Wall signs can help break up large blank walls and can prove a variation on wall greater than one story. • New wall signs in a development should be co ent in location with all other adjacent wall signs in the development._ . • Lettering should not occupy more than' of the area of the panel where the sign is located. • Wall signs should not project above the roofline or outside the edge of a building corner. Proj ectmgns • On a multistoried building,the sign should be suspended between the bottom of the second floor windowsill and the top of the first floor doors. • Projecting signs should be made of metal,wood, or fiberglass. Plastic signs are discouraged. • Signs should be hung at a 90 degree angle to the building fagade. Signs should be pinned away from the building slightly to increase visibility but should not protrude into the vertical plane of drives or streets. • The bottom of the sign should provide a 10 foot clearance above pedestrian sidewalks. • Decorative iron and wood brackets are encouraged and should complement the overall design theme of the development. Window Signs • Text should be limited to the business name and/or a message to describe the services offered. United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 24 Community Character Principles • Signs should be limited to individual letters placed on the interior surface of the window. • Letters should be white,black or gold leaf paint. Avoid bright, distracting colors that may become too dominant and contrast the overall theme. Street Address Markers • In non-residential developments, address markers should be incorporated into the project signage with similar materials and colors. • In residential developments: • The address marker must be located within 5 feet of a light fixture,which will illuminate the street address number from dusk until dawn. • The address marker must be located closest to the street either on the front fagade of the house closest to the driveway or porch column closest to the driveway. United City of Yorkville- Design Guidelines Page 25 STATE OF ILLINOIS ) }ss COUNTY OF KENDALL } RESOLUTION NO. 2008- LkS RESOLUTION RE-ADOPTING DESIGN GUIDELINES FROM THE REPEALED SOUTHERN STUDY AREA COMPREHENSIVE PLAN WHEREAS, the City Council of the United City of Yorkville approved Ordinance No. 2008-95 on October 28, 2008, which adopted a new comprehensive plan for the city; and WHEREAS, the City Council would like to re-adopt the design guidelines which were originally adopted as part of the 2005 Comprehensive Land Use Plan for the Southern Study Area of the United City of Yorkville; and WHEREAS, the text of the design guidelines the City Council now desires to establish concerning the Southern Study Area of the city's Comprehensive Plan is set forth on the attached Exhibit"A" which is incorporated herein; and NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and City Council of the United City of Yorkville that the Design Guidelines for the Southern Study Area of the city's Comprehensive Plan in the form set forth on Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein is hereby approved. Passed by the City Council of the United City of Yorkville, Kendall County, Illinois this day of , A.D. 2008. CITY CLERK ROBYN SUTCLIFF JOSEPH BESCO GARY GOLINSKI ARDEN JOE PLOCHER WALLY WERDERICH MARTY MUNNS ROSE ANN SPEARS BOB ALLEN Approved by me, as Mayor of the United City of Yorkville, Kendall County, Illinois, this day of L -694 BED A.D. 2008. �6 U4- MAYOR EXHIBIT "A" Design GHic�elines Table of Contents Desian Guidelines Table of Contents Introduction 2 Description/Background Purpose of Guidelines Submittal/Approval Process Principles Overview Over ell Planning Principles 5 Desirable Elements Undesirable Elements PRINCIPLE 1: Preserve enhance open space and environmental features 5 and rural character Preserve Existing Vegetation I Create Recreational Opportunities PRINCIPLE2: Promote connectivity between land uses and 6 adjacent developments Develop Comprehensive Master Plans Provide Contlnuous Paths PRINCIPLE 3: Provide transitions between land uses 7 i Building Mass Hierarchy I Use of Open Space and/or Landscaping as a Transition Zone I Site Planning Principles 9 Desirable Elements I Undesirable Elements PRINCIPLE 4: Incorporate existing site conditions into development plans 10 Drainage Patterns Topography and Soils Vegetation PRINCIPLE 5: Provide a sense of architectural interest and unique 11 identity throughout the City Buildings Orientation Facades Vnite-d Giiy of Yoekville Carmpeehensive Lana Use-Plan Update Design Gkiddines -Ca6le of Gonte►.fs Roof Treatment Materials and Colors Height I Scale Hierarchy j Entrances Retaining Walls PRINCIPLE S: Enhance pedestrian experience and establish sense of 19 place through careful design and location of open spaces View Corridors Parks and Trails Courtyards and Plazas PRINCIPLE 7.• Thoughtful consideration of vehicular and pedestrian 21 circulation within individual developments Vehicular Circulation Primary Site Entrances Intemal Drives Drop-Off Areas Service Areas Pedestrian Circulation Sidewalks Crosswalks Pedestrian Circulation in Parking Lots Accessibility PRINCIPLE 8. Appropriate design of parking lots, utilities, service areas 25 and detention areas to reduce the negative impact of typically unattractive site components Parking Shared Parking I Store Front and Street Parking Requirements Bicycle SubstationsMaterlWastewater Stations Detention Location of Utilities Location of Service/DeliverylTrash/Storage Areas Landscalge Principles 29 PRINCIPLE 9. Provide a unified landscape treatment throughout the City 29 through the use of consistent right-of--way and buffer treatments Landscape Character "Gateway"Corridor Landscape Treatments Primary Gateway Corridors Unife,cl CHy o f Yorkville Cornpeakensive Land Use Man Ltpdate ;; Design Guidelines Ta6ie of Contents Secondary Gateway Corridors General Planting Requirements PRINCIPLE 10: Enhance the aesthetic appearance of development 33 and lessen the impact of undesirable site components through the effective use of landscaping Intersections and Site Entrances Landscaping Adjacent to Non-Residential Buildings Parking Lot Landscaping Unimproved Pad Sites Dumpster/Trash Receptacles/Outdoor Storage Community Character Principles 35 Desirable Elements Undesirable Elements PRINCIPLE 11: Establish unique gateway entry features to identify 36 the City PRINCIPLE 12: Establish a comprehensive theme and a consistent 37 family of lighting and site furnishings for all public and private spaces Architecture Site Furnishings Seating/Benches Planters Waste Receptacles Light Fixtures Public Art Program PRINCIPLE 13: Create a cohesive signage program. 41 Signage Design Project Entry and Monument Signs Neighborhood Entry Signs Directional Signs Wall Signs Projecting Signs Window Signs Street Address Markers Prohibited Signs LAV%ife-d Gift' of Yorkville Comprekensive Land We 1:1an Vpdate i;, Design Guidelines �nlrodu�tion Introduction In addition to presenting a pattern of land uses and guiding residential densities, this Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update is equally committed to realizing attractive and functional de signs for land uses, stressing quality site design, building design and landscape design. Therefore this Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update expands upon the more general land use goals, objectives and policies through the establishment of specific development Design Guidelines. These Design Guidelines identify and address site development, architecture and - - landscape issues while providing _ general guidance to developers and City staff creating and evaluating land development proposals. As a result, Rural ehArRdFr(7?Yor; vi'� future development can respect and enhance the character and quality of life in the United City of Yorkville. ■ Description/Background The United City of Yorkville is located 55 miles southwest of Chicago, Illinois. Yorkville Is known as a picturesque community located along the Fox River, offering residents a pastoral setting and rural living. The community is currently faced with rapid growth and desires to maintain the natural characteristics of the area while planning for - orderly, appropriate growth. The City has - commissioned a Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update for approximately 30,000 acres south of the Fox River to ensure coordinated, high quality development occurs which maintains the unique riar River heritage and character of Yorkville. These design guidelines are intended to supplement the Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update and provide general direction for those wishing to develop property within the City's growth boundaries. Vnifed C-Hy of Vorkville Comp ,ehensive Lana LAse Plan L4pdafe 2 Design Guidelines Jnfracluctlon The key objectives of the Design Guidelines are to: • Educate the public, developers, property owners and plan reviewers as to the desired and expected vision for development in Yorkville. • Present clear principles and priorities for achieving the vision for the City. • Create a sense of place. • Increase connectivity and focus commercial activity into defined nodes. • Illustrate specific techniques to use when planning and developing within the City • Purpose of Guidelines The Design Guidelines for the Comprehensive Land Use Plan are intended to maintain the unique character and acknowledge the heritage of Yorkville. In order to respect these objectives, there is a need to establish and maintain certain standards by which future development within Yorkville may occur. While the guidelines provide specific recommendations for development,they cannot cover all circumstances. It Is the intent of the design guidelines to provide flexibility while achieving a sense of continuity and visual harmony within the United City of Yorkville. These design guidelines illustrate the proposed community character and establish an overall framework and comprehensive set of principles to allow the community to develop in an orderly and cohesive manner. They establish criteria for overall community planning, individual site planning, landscape concepts, signage design as well as the architectural style and design for commercial, residential and civic areas. The guidelines outline ways to maintain the inherent character of the City while at the same time enabling individual developments to be distinct from one another. • Submittal/Approval Process All site development proposals are required to be submitted to the City for review. Further, it is the applicant's responsibility to ensure compliance with the latest revisions to these guidelines. Copies will be made available upon request to the City. These design guidelines apply to all improvements including construction involving remodeling and/or additions to existing buildings and developments. The City will review all proposed site plans for compliance with the established regulations/guidelines contained herein. Modifications to this manual may be made to clarify or expand the requirements and to maintain the overall goals established in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan. • Principles Overview The design guidelines focus on the overall scale of the City while also considering individual sites. In addition to general guidelines, detailed design components such as site furnishings, specific landscaping, architectural styles and themes for community Identity are presented to further define the character of Yorkville. The Design Guidelines of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan are divided into four categories of design principles: Overall Planning, Site Planning, Landscaping and Community Character. United Gift of Yoekyille Comprehensive Land CAse Plan IApcjate 3 I Des!OK Guide.line9 Jntroduc+ion ■ Overall Planning One of the objectives of the Overall Planning principles is to respect existing environmental and cultural features and outline ways development can appropriately occur without compromising the integrity of the existing features. Another critical component of the Overall Planning principles is ensuring coordinated, comprehensive developments which are connected and incorporate appropriate transitions between various land uses. • Site Planning The objective of the Site Planning principles is to address individual developments and provide standards for creating attractive projects. The Guidelines outline specific techniques to achieve the desired aesthetics within individual developments. ■ Landscaping The Landscaping principles outline requirements for landscape treatments for developments with respect to buffers, right of way treatments, screening and site enhancement. ■ Community Character A fundamental goal of the design guidelines is to create a cohesive vision that reflects the unique character of Yorkville. By establishing a visionttheme for public and private properties within the City, a sense of character will be evident throughout the entire community. The Community Character principles outline specific design features such as architectural elements, gateways, major intersection enhancements, site furnishings, light fixtures and signage criteria recommended to maintain a consistent and unique identity for the City. The character principles are intended to allow for variation between individual developments while maintaining consistent features throughout the City. L4yvited City of Yorkville Comprehensive Land use Plan update 4 Design Guidelines overall Plannine Principles Overall Planning Principles The Overall Planning Principles address issues that impact development within the City, primarily focused upon issues related to land-use within the City. PRINCIPLE 1: Preservelenhance open space, environmental features and rural character PRINCIPLE 2: Promote connectivity between land uses and adjacent developments PRINCIPLE 3: Provide transitions between land uses • Desirable Elements: The following elements shall be incorporated into the developments within the City: • Preservation of historical structures and rural landmarks such as barns and farmsteads • Preservation of existing trees • Traflheads signifying the starting point of pedestrian pathways • Shared access points to development • Connections to adjacent properties to incorporate future development • 'Step down'of building height with respect to adjacent, lower intensity land uses • Protect and preserve right-of-way for future expansion • Incorporate exclusive turn lanes into developments and at intersections • Undesirable Elements: The following elements are discouraged in developments within the City: • Destruction or loss of natural open space and environmentally sensitive areas • Fragmented open space • Numerous traffic signals and uncoordinated driveway connections • Curb cuts for individual businesses • Drastic change in intensity of land use within developments and among adjacent properties PRINCIPLE 1: Preserve/enhance open space,environmental features and rural character One of the primary goals of the design guidelines is to preserve the unique character of Yorkville. Several strategies can be implemented in order to protect the open space that currently exists and enhance the quality of open space throughout the City. ■ Preserve Existing Vegetation Recognizing that the existing tree cover throughout ` Yorkville is a significant benefit to the character of the City, y emphasis shall be placed on preservation of existing trees. F' ' ■ When developing private property, grading should be managed in an effort to reduce mass grading activities that would negatively impact existing tree cover. ■ Site planning should incorporate strict preservation _ r requirements, focusing development into clusters that protect existing tree stands. (Refer to PRINCIPLE 4) Vhitecl City of Yoo-kville GompMekehsive Lana L1se Plan Update 5 Desigvt Guidelines Overall Planning Principles • Utilize existing vegetation as a natural screen for parking and other elements that need to be screened from public view. (Refer to PRINCIPLE 8) ■ Preserve historic structures and farmsteads ■ When developing private property, consider incorporating bams or other structures and features, which express the rural character of Yorkville, into the plans for open space or parks. ■ Create clear sight lines from adjacent major roadways to the preserved structures to maintain some of the rural qualities currently experienced Hisb*Farmhouso throughout the City. ■ Create Recreational Opportunities Yorkville's existing and proposed open space network provides a significant opportunity to establish a comprehensive trail system and expand the City's recreational open space system. Thoughtful design and incorporation of a coordinated trail system will provide critical linkages between developments and open spaces. _ • Provide public trailheads within or adjacent to new development to serve as a means to integrate development into the open space system. to le tr-h open space • Careful consideration should be given to trail connections within individual site plans to encourage alternative modes of transportation. PRINCIPLE 2: Promote connectivity between land uses and adiacent developments Provide a comprehensive approach to development that focuses upon developing master plans that provide vehicular and pedestrian connections between adjacent properties. Consideration should be given to future development on and off-site. Planning for future expansion and connection helps create a sense of organization and assists in mitigating the traffic and number of access points along major roadways. ■ Develop Comprehensive Master Plans Master plans should be developed to address relationships with adjacent properties, including but not limited to;the impact on circulation, building orientation, building massing, building scale, drainage patterns,topography and existing vegetation. VAnifetl Gifx of)?oekVi11e Gompwekensive Lana V1se Alan Vlpdafe 6 De-sign Guidelines Overall Planning Principles ■ Provide Continuous Paths Having convenient and easy access to a variety of activities and uses is important in creating a strong sense of community. Providing connections between developments and considering how future developments can be incorporated into the comprehensive plan is critical to the overall success of the City. Vehicular I • In order to provide connections between developments while at the same time limiting the number of access points onto Route 47, site plans shall be developed to incorporate ° connections to existing and future adjacent development. • Site planning of non-residential areas shall consider designing parking lot circulation to provide shared access points for adjacent developments, thus minimizing access points along major roadways. Shard access points for • Add street stubs for future development in non-residendat developments residential areas to create continuous street networks. Pedestrian • Proposed site plans shall incorporate pedestrian routes within the development as well as connections to adjacent development, *. • Pedestrian links shall be provided to public destinations such as schools and parks. • Buildings and plazas should be oriented to clearly x,k - identify linkages to adjacent developments. Pedesrrian fink to path PRINCIPLE 3: Provide transitions between land uses Providing an appropriate means of transition between different land use intensities is important for creating compatible uses within the City. This can be done a variety of ways, ranging from the architectural style,scale and location of buildings,to the use of open space and landscaping. ■ Building Mass Hierarchy 'F;; "` + i t • Incorporate medium intensity i development between i 7 projects of low and high intensities. -- rn"M l v r rNrrs►1v" Building masses'step down'between different intensifies United Oix of N2orkville Gorrmprellensive Land Use. Plan LApdate 7 1 Desi 9 n Guidelines Overall Planning Principles • Building massing and height should provide a"step down" effect as a transition between different land use intensities. • Similar architectural styles may be incorporated on different land uses and various densities within a development. • New buildings should be compatible in relation to scale and materials of existing adjacent developments. • In residential developments, higher densities should be located closest to core activity areas. ■ Use of Open Space and/or Landscaping as a Transition Zone When transitions cannot be achieved through the variety of techniques listed previously, landscaping and/or open space may be used to provide a transition. Utilizing any existing vegetation provides a mature, natual buffer. If existing vegetative buffers are not possible, utilize landscaping to screen and buffer residential uses from high intensity, non-residential uses. I VI>lited Cify of Yor-kville_ Comprehensive Land Use Mein IApda+e s Design GiLd4ellnes Site Planning principles I Site_Planning Principles The Site Planning Principles address issues that affect the way that individual sites should be developed in order to blend in with the existing character of the City. PRINCIPLE 4: Incorporate existing site conditions into development plans PRINCIPLE 5: Provide a sense of architectural interest and unique identity throughout the City PRINCIPLE 6: Enhance pedestrian experience and establish sense of place through careful design and location of open spaces PRINCIPLE 7: Thoughtful consideration of vehicular and pedestrian circulation within individual developments PRINCIPLE 8: Appropriate design of parking lots, utilities, service areas and detention areas to reduce the negative impact of typically unattractive site components ■ Desirable Elements: The following elements shall be incorporated into development within the City: • Richness of building surface and - texture • Articulated mass and bulk r A • Clear visibility of entrances • Well organized commercial signage "* • Landscaped and screened , parking s • Special paving identifying intersections and crosswalks a • Pedestrian friendly streetscapes and open spaces s ' • Thoughtful consideration of - circulation • Screening of mechanical '' --_ equipment, service areas, parking ,chnessafbuil dingmatedals creates visvalinterest lots and any undesirable elements • Step-down of building scale along pedestrian routes and building entrances - • Recognition of building hierarchy • Formal entry plazas and courtyards �• '" y ' ■ Detention used as an amenity • Existing trees incorporated into ', t development • Multi-planed, pitched roofs • Roof overhangs and arcades • Provide defined entrance roads into developments and provide adequate vehicle storage bays at egress drives &AWW OW V, qr tAnite-d CHY of YoMkyllle. Gornpeekensive Lctnd Llse Plain Llpdctf-e 9 Design Guidelines Site Planning Principles ■ Undesirable Elements: The following elements are discouraged in developments _ within the City: • Concrete detention basins • Large, blank, unarticulated wall surfaces • Visible outdoor storage, loading, equipment and - mechanical areas Avroid Xirg#expanses TJ parking Jnr& • Disjointed parking areas and confusing circulation patterns • Large expanses of parking/asphalt • Service areas near major entries and/or that are easily La visible from roadway • Poorly defined site access points • Large"boxlike"structures Avoia larpo b,'ank wa It s irrfd ces PRINCIPLE 4: incorporate existing site conditions into development plans New development shall protect the existing environmental features throughout the City and minimize the impact of the development on the site and the surrounding land. ■ Drainage Patterns Proposed site plans shall incorporate existing drainage patterns on site in an effort to avoid significantly aftedng the manner in which drainage flows offsite. At the time of site plan submittal to the City, a drainage and detention plan must be submitted. The location and type of drainage facilities must be shown. r)rainapg paftoms ■ Topography and Soils • Minimize cut and fill on site to reduce effects upon the natural drainage pattern and natural character of the site. • Minimize disturbance in areas of significant existing vegetation. If necessary for site development, consider using tree wells and retaining walls to preserve existing trees where possible. Work with axlsting topography to avoid large cut and fill VvAited Gift' of Yop-kyille Gowtp ,ake.nsive. Land Use plan 1'/ Pdclfe 10 Design GHidelines Site Planning Principles • Development on unsuitable soils is prohibited. Incorporate unsuitable soils into an open space component of the site plan. • Stockpile top soil for later use in landscape areas. ■ Vegetation ■ Preserve existing trees Every effort should be made in i the planning process to incorporate quality, existing trees into the site plan design. Any - =- - , quality, existing tree that occurs - i within the specific buffer yard as required per PRINCIPLE 9 shall remain undisturbed and be protected as part of the landscape buffer. Rreservalioro of existing ve9e1a 6wi as bOar PRINCIPLE 5: Provide a sense of architectural Interest and unigue Identity throughout the Citv The Architectural standards are provided to preserve and guide the character of architecture throughout the City while allowing " ' " W. for individual architectural interpretation. All architectural • lek proposals must be compatible with the vernacular of the northern Illinois region. In order to ensure compliance with the following architectural guidelines, the City requires that building elevations, plans, materials samples, color samples and illustrations be submitted for review and approval prior to the lel. commencement of building construction. ■ Buildings Building orientation creates central open ■ Orientation space on sails with the maln entry drive Building orientation should take advantage of the building to site Sys ' relationship. The orientation and yee� location of buildings defines open spaces and circulation corridors, • Align focal architectural it elements along major view or circulation axis. _ I, . • Define pedestrian spaces and a streetscapes with building orientation. Orient primary buildings on axis and use as focal points Llnitecd City of Yoekvill e Comprehensive Lana LAse Alan LApdate -i Design GNldelines Site Planning Principles ' Create view corridors I CCNSIOFR OPPpRiynM between buildings, plazas, =°RV FMS OFF LIE courtyards and adjacent I :, FOOR'RIMOlJD buildings. 'R VEGf1APON CREATE �°°OPPOMI FOR PAtsO ■ Create pedestrian spaces y � — ' �' r � � =Am Wtuvcro f �'i,' PRF5ERVEYECa7ATtCN and plazas by varying F~ building facades. - �--- , PORCMHJCWRAGFS ' Cluster buildings whenever possible, creating l I opportunities for plazas and Residential building orientation creates pedestrian malls. Prevent private,intimate backyard space long, linear facades from dominating the view. ■ Buildings adjacent to Routes 47, 71 and 126 must face the primary roadway. No service TO FORh10PEN access storage, etc. is PLAZAS ETC allowed to face Routes - t 47, 71 and 12fi. � , � � `v AM WCMGR WPM A fie ■ Develop sites in a E f comprehensive and coordinated manner for provide order and ri` =• - , �� compatibility (especially in the case of large sites Building orientation can define main activity areas which will be developed in phases). • The exterior character and orientation of all buildings and the spaces they define should encourage and enhance pedestrian activity. • Attention should be given to the quality and usability of the outdoor spaces formed by the P exterior of a dwelling and adjacent dwellings. Avoid =-{ locating the private area of one dwelling adjacent to the public area of an adjacent dwelling. Rearnct s faces stioutd rrtcorrero ar'chifectural design elements Vnifed CHy of Yop-6ille Gornprekensive Lana Use Plan Vpdafe 12 De.sren Guidelines Site"annin9 Principles • In multi-family residential developments, buildings should be oriented to create functional outdoor spaces. • In residential neighborhoods, consideration should also be given to the views from adjacent dwellings and public spaces. ■ Facades Building facades should achieve a high level of visual interest when viewed from automobile and pedestrian vantage points. ■ In residential developments, front yards and - porches should be used to create a sense of place and community. ■ Natural stone and masonry materials are to be used on the lower portions of buildings to create a visual anchor to the ground and provide interest at the pedestrian level. • Vary the planes of exterior walls in depth and/or direction. Awnings along facade • Wall planes shall not run in a continuous direction more than 65 feet without an offset of at least 3 feet. ' • Wall planes of more than 20 feet high are prohibited without incorporating meaningful technlques, such as awnings or a change in building material, to break up the perceived W OPEN building mass. „ • Awnings are encouraged along facades to provide color, shade and architectural - interest. Where awnings are used along a 1 row of contiguous buildings, a consistent form, material, color, location and mounting -- -.� arrangement must be used. ' t'`^ J� • Awnings should be located to provide a consistent minimum 8 feet vertical clearance, with a maximum generally not to exceed 12 _ feet. • Colors of awnings must complement the A wmrmgs{'-avi`o p@desynarj some afement buildings. Wnifed Ciiy of Yoµkville Gor mprekensive_ Land LAse flan LApdafe. 13 Design GuidehKas Site Planning Principles M • Incorporate the awnings along with any signage to provide a 4 uniformly designed building - fagade. • Signs on awnings are permitted. w 9 • Internally illuminated awnings are tl prohibited. Garrnpq doors arionwd to side • Awnings and canopies may be made of sheet metal or canvas membrane. Plastic or vinyl awnings are not permitted. • In new residential neighborhoods, houses shall not repeat the same elevations without two lots of separation. Houses across the street from each other and back-to-back comer lots shall not be of the same elevation. • In residential areas, garages should not dominate the street view. Rather, provide parking and garages to the side or rear of lots or set the garage face back from the primary fagade of the house. Avoid allowing the garage to become the primary architectural feature. ■ Roof Treatment Rooftops should be considered important design elements as viewed from a variety of vantage points such 00. as at ground level, from other f Ad buildings and from adjacent perimeter I,' =- - -- roadways. A well-composed AWOOM- "roofscape" achieves an interesting skyline without becoming overly busy ♦ a or contrived. Roof forms should serve9 as natural transitions from the ground �"—76 level to intermediate masses to the tallest masses and back to the Variation in root treatments creates an inforesung'rWsc ' ground. Form should also be interesting when seen from above in adjacent buildings. ■ Materials &Colors Visual continuity in major building materials and colors is desired throughout the City. Specific criteria include the following: ■ Material samples of all proposed buildings must be provided for review and be approved by the City. ■ Materials should be consistent with the Community Character principles outlined in these guidelines. Wited CAy of)?oekville. Comprehensive Land LAse Plan Vlpclate 14 Design Gwidelines Site Planning principles • Wall materials that are muted, earth tone in color and have texture are to be used. • Reserve the use of strongly contrasting materials and colors for accents, such as building entrances, railings and trim. Avoid an excessive variety of facade I I materials. • Avoid using highly reflective materials and surfaces, such as polished metal, that generate glare, particularly at the pedestrian level. • Materials which may be incorporated include: native * faa stone, brick, stucco and textured concrete. Alternative materials that achieve similar looks and are of high + quality and low maintenance may be considered. • Common materials shall be located on all sides of the - building with the exception of service areas not visible from a public street. varying roofline breaks op Yorg expanse of bullding to eAtr;r ■ Coordinating materials within a development can tie together buildings of different sizes, uses and forms. ■ In new residential neighborhoods at the time of initial building permit, houses shall not be the same color unless there are at least two lots of separation. Houses across the street from each other are not permitted to be the same color. ■ Use contrasting but compatible building materials and textures to unify exterior building elements and to create depth, proportion and scale. ■ In residential developments, buildings should complement each other by using materials and colors within the same"family'. ■ Building colors should be derived from, and related to, the finishes of primary building materials. ■ Height The overall appearance of development shall be low and horizontal, with building heights throughout the community generally low to medium scale. Building heights are expected (and desired) to vary to ensure a '°- visual interest. • Consider the use of taller buildings and/or "A, elements to highlight significant intersections and pedestrian nodes. .rY • Building heights shall be determined in a manner _ which enhances an overall residential quality. ra;,i;er buddnps help inlosvaffma LAP1ited Gift of Yos^kville- Cornpre.ke.nsive Land LAse Plan Update 15 Design Guiclehhes Site Planning Principles • Maintain compatible relationships with ■ adjacent dwellings and street frontages. q� • Building heights shall be responsive to heights of homes located on slopes aboveri' and below the dwelling. 4 • Sight lines to greenbelts, open areas, water features and scenic horizon views 1IR 11� are to be optimized and maintained to the fullest extent possible by minimizing the building height and obstruction. F fflellyW O.1;rMVVrda5 c,w-5rrry atom nt • Scenic view compatibility shall be considered in determining building height. ` '- • Within a neighborhood, a combination of one, one and a half and two story - dwellings is encouraged to add diversity ti to the streetscape. Entire neighborhoods or blocks of continuous two story dwellings are discouraged. • For multllevel dwellings on corner lots, locate a one-story element of the dwelling FontP-o•cr,rogfor,vioes huramroscare oforwril at the street corner to help reduce the feeling of enclosure in the neighborhood. • A two-story dwelling can best relate to a neighboring one story if it contains a one-story element. ■ Scale Buildings should appear to be of a - ' "pedestrian" or "human" scale. When components in the built environment are designed in such a way that people feel - comfortable,then human scale has been achieved. In general, this means that the size, patterns, textures, forms and overall three-dimensional composition can be appreciated at the pedestrian _ T level. • Vary the height of buildings, and/or Va`WbuohnPrq....Ls ,dos dWOrar orr berwaasi tresses building elements where feasible, so they appear to be divided into distinct elements or masses. LAnite_d Giiy of N2orkyille. Comprehensive Lana [Ilse Plan Vpdate 16 Design Guidelines Site Planning Principles • Avoid large-scale buildings that area e� °box-like" and typically dominate a site. :�-- a • Use building mass appropriate to the - ` site. Place buildings r, with larger =1 C footprints, height and massing in core activity areas or in l _ the heart of the development near similar densities. By doing so, the impact on adjacent land Pedestrian scale elements located along building facade uses will be reduced. • In residential areas, the relationship between the lot size, street width and building scale are important to creating a human scale. Elements such as trees, pedestrian path lighting and porches can aid in achieving human scale. ■ Hierarchy It is important to recognize that future projects will be developed using a variety of buildings with various uses. Vehicular and pedestrian traffic should be able to Avoid box like°buildingscale recognize the hierarchy of buildings and be able to decipher primary buildings from secondary buildings. • Primary Buildings Primary buildings; such as major anchors, public buildings or major attractions, shall be located at prominent locations, anchoring a major view axis and _ =' serving as focal points in the community.• Gateway Buildings • Buildings at major entrances, comers, intersections or along significant roads should use special 4 architectural elements to help identify that location as a°gateway°. These elements also begin to define the sense of place for the community. Primary buildings located on axis and create focal point L PAife-d Gi•ly of Vol-kyille- GompMehensive Lana We-Plam Llpda+e 17 Design Guidelines Site planning Principles • Special architectural features may include corner towers, cupolas, clock towers, balconies, colonnades or spires. • The use of vertical elements helps to frame the entrance and guide people into and through the development. 70WERS HELP IDEd'VY i(-,WrR Or BUILDIPP5 As P I;ATCYVAY Jwo THE DCIrtCO6IEN' I. 7 A 71— M . •� .' KKK,• r I,'S; _ jr" 17 riq t ' �':�•��� `-� ;.-fir-� I'� �4 ��_ DALCONIES HELP BRFN WEAK UP HEIGHT OF 70h[k Gateway buildings ■ Entrances Primary entrances should be easily identifiable and relate to both human scale as well as the scale of the buildings) they serve. ■ Wherever possible, entrances should be inviting without becoming dark. ■ Main building entrances should be designed to be clearly - identifiable from primary driveways and drop-offs. Additionally, they should be visible from parking areas. ■ Retaining walls ] • All retaining walls must be faced (veneered) with masonry Main entry to store (stone, brick, stucco or approved equal). clearly identifiable • Retaining walls adjacent to or visible from any street shall not exceed 4 feet in height. Grade changes that require retaining walls exceeding 4 feet must be terraced with a minimum of 4 feet clear separation between each wall. Exceptions may be reviewed and approved by the City in order to preserve existing tree stands. W%ifead CHy of Yorkville Gompre-he.nsive Land [Ilse Plan Update 'i8 Design Guidelines Site Planning Principles • Walls should be designed as an integral part of the dwelling design. Stone sizes should be consistent and laid in a horizontal course. Masonry materials shall match or complement the facade of surrounding buildings. • Walls at intersections must not interfere with safe sight distances. ]PRINCIPLE 6- Enhance Pedestrian experience and establish sense of Place throu h careful desi n and location of open s aces The creation of open space throughout the City is an essential technique used to break up building facades. The use of such pockets of interest creates views into the various developments. A wide range of open spaces such as public gathering plazas, open "greens", common play areas, neighborhood parks and natural preserves can be incorporated into development plans. ■ View Corridors • Open space is considered a valuable amenity, therefore careful consideration of vistas into open spaces from - residential lots, streets and drives is required. • Maintain view corridors to provide vistas of amenities, natural features, open spaces and other significant elements. • Create focal points at main entries, on axis with major circulation route and pedestrian corridors to establish a 12Qrrr?X. 1,,ark strong identity and structure for the project. LOCATE SPECIAL,FEATURES AT TERMINUS OF DRIVES •� Y r x � VEGE'AT1ON FRAMES VIEW AND CREATES CORRIDOR R i View of amenity feature is framed by use of vegetation and road alignment,creating a signature element Vlnifecl CHY of Yoekville. Comprehensive Lana Vise -Plan Vlpclate 19 Design Guidelines Si+e Planning Principles Parks and Trails ■ In residential areas, parks should be located within a 5 minute ?�r walk (approximately 1,000 feet)from each home. ■ Trail linkages should be provided from proposed neighborhoods to the City's comprehensive trail system, forest preserve trails and adjacent developments. ■ Courtyards and Plazas Courtyards, plazas and terraces should be designed at a human scale and incorporated as public amenities around non-residential buildings. Interrupting building facades to create "outdoor rooms" as well as varying the width of walkways will help create pedestrian spaces. These pedestrian spaces will create opportunities for comfortable outdoor experiences and are critical in defining plazas and courtyards, • Orient plazas and courtyards to views of site amenities such as open space, r water features, sculptural elements or - landscaped areas. • Consider opportunities to orient plazas and courtyards toward views of 1 significant buildings or down long corridors. • Wherever possible, create a sense of enclosure for outdoor seating areas. Such areas should be light and airy while providing a sense of safety from ta,mos a rrrg and wear pavrnp v iva r�J the elements. su Fo1Trg area a sense of enclosure • Add elements such as trees, water features, a variety of seating areas and landscape color to give the public spaces an inviting appearance and visual interest. • Incorporate pedestrian scaled lighting for safety and to promote use in the evening. • Incorporate pavers and paving patterns to add interest and enhance the aesthetic quality of the spaces. • Allow for outdoor tables and seating to promote use of the space. By doing so, an energy is created along -- _— the structure. - HCOMIORAMAYAMEW OE SEAMS PAVERS CCUR.ETC.lO PLO Y■UAL NEEN MATE 9TE FWlP�TO"McwRtm UM Plazas and courtyards offer spaces for outdoor cafes VnRe-d Gi+y of Yop-Wile Gompeekensive Land Llse Plan Vlpda+e 20 Design GrAidelines Site Planning Principles PRINCIPLE 7: Thoughtful consideration of vehicular and Pedestrian circulation within individual developments The purpose of the circulation standards is to minimize hazards and conflicts and establish logical circulation patterns. The appropriate integration of vehicular and pedestrian circulation is intended to provide safe and convenient access to all sites while being attractive, efficient and functional. ■ Vehicular Circulation ■ Primary Site Entrances Each entrance to a parcel, individual building site or residential neighborhood from a primary ' roadway should be designed as a 404"°""�m ` "gateway" to the area it serves. . Design elements should be visually interesting and consistent with other „a" streetscape materials used throughout the City. Primary msidentrao antranua tUt}hfPo.trd Fvith vJnaga. When designing entries into lands:air�na and water elements residential and non-residential tracts, developers shall: • Coordinate with adjacent properties to consolidate entries and minimize access points along major roadways • Minimize pedestrian and vehicle conflicts by reducing the quantity of crosswalks. • Clearly identify site entries and provide a clear entry/arrival sequence. • Provide"secondary" entries to parking lots and smaller residential neighborhoods from adjacent perpendicular minor roadways to major roadways. Paving material, plants, signs and lighting should match primary entrance treatments, although landscaping intensity and signage may be reduced in scale. • Provide at least one"primary" entry to parking lots or residential communities. The use of medians and/or special paving or landscaping to identify primary entries is required. tRO3N W=WWIG1A 1001-4RON. M1642g RINFCYM N4 Cpi11Ctr GRO55'MAV:S GENERF� WIN PAVtr, Q r � , __ vmnuav E1aer io ?. PAFWNG LOT CEWRE0 �Y IPlJDSCAP11JfiMMP MEOLW 31CONftW(KWr CC"R5 N WM FORAW CA7iV6lY Single primary entrance reduces access points along Corridor United Gify of Yorkville- Comprehensive Land Llse Plan L1pciate 2'1 Design Guidelines Site Planning Principles Internal Drives All internal drives should visually lead drivers to building entries, -- site amenities or focal elements. • Design drives and parking a areas to fit the natural contours of the site in order to minimize cut and fill and maintain natural drainage. • Align streets and drives tofr, r a, nnerrt a ors r}t stmiffat aFcrri ,^tUr�t,+crturn offer views to significant architectural features and site amenities and to direct drivers. W lip • Internal streets shall be separated from parking lots by landscape islands and walkways. "* s ■ Drop-Off Areas Drop-off areas for vehicle passengers shall be incorporated into development plans and should provide safe, convenient access to building Landscaped island separates entries, pedestrian plazas and public open spaces. Drop-off areas must conform to all ADA parking lot from internal drive regulations and standards. ■ Emphasize drop-off areas with special paving material. ■ Design drop-off lanes so they do not obstruct traffic flow when vehicles are stopped. ■ Install bollards at drop-offs to provide protection for buildings and pedestrian walkways. I r LV40SCAFM CREATES UMM ENTIMNCE USE bOU ARDS To CREME SFACEAND PROTECT PEDESFAIAM EfNRFT'DR0114OFF AREA MRIH$EM PAVM DRM40 AREA DOES NOT ORSTRUM TRAFFIC FLOW Drop-off area doesn't conflict with regular tralffc and is identified with paving and bollards LAhRed C-Hy of Yorkville Comprehensive ,Land LAse Plate Vpdate 2� Deasign Guidelines Site Planning Principles ■ Service Areas I Service vehicle circulation throughout the City shall I be designed to provide safe and efficient delivery routes for all anticipated service and delivery _ vehicles. The design of individual parcels to accommodate truck access shall meet all regulatory requirements for turning movements without ' sacrificing other important design objectives. • Locate service areas away from major streets and building entrances. -• A noise barrier is required in situations where ;,gWsrwinr service areas are adjacent to a residential land use. • Minimize pedestrian and service vehicle conflicts. • Hide/screen views into service areas. Screening can be provided with landscaping or screen walls. Screen walls shall repeat materials and elements of the primary building. • Adjoining uses should share service drives where possible. = Design service drives to accommodate the traffic intended to use them including all entrance roads and access aisles that will be used to access the service areas. ■ Pedestrian Circulation !+ The purpose of pedestrian circulation standards is to establish guidelines for creating a i pedestrian circulation system that is safe and efficient. Good walking environments include: continuous routes between sites, clearly defined access from parking areas, a variety of connected destinations and a feeling of safety and security. In essence, creating a sense of comfort. • Sidewalks Sidewalks must be constructed to provide pedestrian access to adjacent r development and connections to the pedestrian trails throughout the City. :A.- - Within specific developments, 7 q 9 sidewalks shall provide access to and from parking lots, neighborhoods, ' schools, parks and open spaces. ■ Create distinct pedestrian corridors, - which funnel pedestrians to logical gateways, plazas or other destinations. r'afftprcvidwaccess to rj�artcf ad#acuntrratgJr Crfy of)1oj,,kyi11e Comprehensive Lana Use Plan LApdate 23 Design Guidelines Si+e Planning Principles Place special emphasis on pedestrian connections that link schools, recreation areas and other major activity areas. , • Neighborhoods should have access to open space and pocket parks by way of sidewalks and trails. • In residential areas, sidewalks should be located on both sides of the street. a Pavers or other changes in material should be used for walks adjacent to buildings and at street intersections to Pavers next to building identify and enhance pedestrian routes. enhance appearance • Crosswalks Crosswalks are required at all intersections and key pedestrian crossings. Crosswalks must be identified by a change in color, height, width, texture, or materials. Refer to ADA regulations and standards for any spedrfic criteria regarding crosswalks and �7w ramps. -�• s �'_. Ennanced paving ■ Pedestrian Circulation in Parking Lots delineates crosswalk Walkways that lead pedestrians from parking areas to buildings or plazas should be designed to facilitate easy movement and minimize crossing conflicts with vehicles. Pedestrians should - feel comfortable about their walkways to buildings and pedestrian fy 4 . corridors should be clearly identified. y • Pedestrians should not be required to cross service drives to reach major entrances from primary parking lots. i • Where major pedestrian routes within parking lots cross Landscaped median with sidewalk roadways and drives, use textured or colored paving materials to distinguish the route. • Medians with sidewalks allow for safe , circulation and reduce circulation conflicts. �F�LVM=4 • Wherever feasible orient parking aisles perpendicular to building entrances. � FkONE S7t�wcfH Mm"YTS*AX INC Median with sidewalk allows safe access to building entry Grosswalk delineated with paving and bollards LAnife-J Gi ft o f Yoekville- Comprekensive Lana LLse plan Ltpda+e 24 i Vieslgn Guidelines Site Planning principles • Accessibility Owners and developers are expected to meet or exceed all requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), 1992, and all amendments thereto in the design and development of individual parcels, sites, buildings, and facilities. To the greatest extent possible, provide equal access in a manner that integrates ADA accessibility with ordinary accessibility, rather than separately. PRINCIPLE 8: Appropriate desi n of varking lots utilities service areas and detention i areas to reduce the negative impact of tyhically unattractive site components This section provides standards for the siting and layout of parking lots, service and loading areas, utilities, trash, storage and detention facilities. Specific landscaping criteria for these areas are included in the Landscape Principles section. Site plans specifying parking and circulation designs, utility and detention requirements shall be submitted to the City for review. ■ Parking • Parking ratios and quantity of spaces shall comply - with the criteria set forth in the United City of Yorkville Zoning Ordinance. + • Parking areas should be designed and located so " they provide safe and efficient vehicular and r fy pedestrian circulation within a site. t • Minimize negative visual impacts from adjacent roadways. • Break large expanses of pavement with landscape Minimize negative vtsual impoisxs at medians and islands. paging from roadways • Divide parking areas which accommodate a large number of vehicles into a series of smaller,connected lots. • Avoid situations where parking spaces directly abut structures. • Separate parking aisles from interior collectors and entry drives whenever possible. Cluster buildings to creole open specs i courtyards _ r Walkways lc buildings or Plazas should be designed to racilltals easy movement and minimize crossing conflicts wllh vehicles Arrange perking aisles — perpendicular to building Rrovlde pcdeslnnn entrance access to edJecenl devslopmentb United Gii-y c f Yoekyille. GompMekensive. Land Use. Plan Vpaate 25 Desiv Guidelines Site Planning Principles • Shared Parking Where opportunities exist for shared parking between uses with staggered peak parking demands, consider reducing the total number of parking spaces within each site or parcel. Parking should be shared between complementary uses such churches and office buildings. ■ Store Front&Street Parking Requirements All store front parking areas shall use angled parking or parallel parking. Areas shall be provided for sidewalks and landscaping between the store front and the edge of parking stall. ■ Bicycle To encourage and accommodate alternative transportation modes, provide bicycle parking within each building site. Locate bicycle parking areas so they are visible from building entrances and convenient for riders. Parking areas shall be landscaped in a manner consistent with pedestrian plazas. Also, bike racks should be of a style consistent with other site elements. • Substations/Water/Wastewater Stations Proposed electric substations, water pump stations and wastewater lift stations shall be screened from public views by a means of a 6 foot masonry wall on all sides with the exception of the area for gate access to the facility combined with landscaping. Service access shall be considered and incorporated into the screening program. • Detention ■ Drainage facilities should be used as an amenity to a development. If the existing topography allows, the location can be incorporated into an entry feature or can be the foundation for a park with trails and open space. ■ Natural and/or vegetated drainage swales provide open space connections, filter runoff and improve the aesthetic appearance of development. La serves as mein entry t rum • Detention facilities should not be designed as to require chain link fencing or concrete walls. If such designs are required due to engineering requirements, consider using decorative modular stone to give the appearance of a retaining wall. ■ Detention ponds located in the front yard building setback shall be designed as a curvilinear, awlammft, dr~ r T'rPM+ s contoured shape. opportuNties for trail connection United GiY of Yowkyille. Gomprekensive Land Llse Plan Vlpda+e 26 Design GrAidelinas Site Planning Principles Location of Utilities Visual and sound impacts of utilities, mechanical equipment, data transmission dishes, towers and other equipment should be minimized in all development plans. ■ Design and install all permanent utility service lines underground. • During construction and maintenance, minimize disruptions to other sites and businesses within the City. ■ Temporary overhead distribution power and telephone lines are permitted during construction but shall be removed immediately upon completion of site and building construction. • Wherever possible, mount data transmission and receiving telecommunication devices at ground level to the rear of structures and screen views from adjacent roadways, pedestrian paths and building sites. ■ Screen all electrical transformers,gas meters and other utility cabinets from view. ■ Structures are prohibited from being located in utility easements. Avoid locating signs, special landscape features, etc. in utility easements. ■ Air conditioning units, vent systems and other mechanical systems that must be located on building roofs shall be screened from sight at the ground plane. ■ In residential communities: • Items requiring screening should be located on the rear or side yards when possible and should be integrated into the unit design. • Air conditioning units must be located behind a screen wall or planting hedge. • Utility meters must be located on side or rear elevations of the dwelling. Location of Service[Delivery/Trash/Storage Areas The visual impacts of service, delivery, trash and outdoor equipment or storage areas should be minimized, particularly relative to views from public roadways and pedestrian corridors. Thoughtful placement and integration into the architecture and site design is a priority for all sites. • Orient service entrances, loading docks, waste disposal areas and other similar uses toward service roads and away from major streets and primary building entrances. • Locate loading, service, trash and delivery areas so they do not encroach on any setbacks. green rJrlrfpWam MM wa&-ano rvrca�s that match architecture of primary building Ltnited ciy of N2orkville- Comprehensive Land Llse Mtn Ltpc6te 27 Design Guidelines Site Planning Principles • Avoid locating service areas where they are visible from adjacent buildings or where they may impact view corridors. Such facilities are more appropriate at the rear of buildings or sites. • Trash enclosures must be located away from residential property lines. • Wherever possible, coordinate the - locations of service areas between - adjacent users or developments, so that 5rr 1i dumpsters with walls andntafar+afs mar service drives can be shared. match anhitecturs of primary building • Locate parking areas for outdoor equipment, trucks, trailers, service vehicles, etc. away from public parking lots and major pedestrian circulation routes. Unless totally out of view, screen these areas architecturally and with landscaping. • All proposed dumpsters, trash receptacles, refuse storage containers, outdoor storage, and ground mounted equipment should be located within an enclosure providing screening along with landscaping along the perimeter. Such enclosures shall repeat materials and elements on the primary building. Wife-Cl City o f YOP-kyille. Compv-ekensive Land IAse Plan IApdate 28 Design Guidelines Landscape Principlas Landscape Principles Landscape guidelines are essential for reflecting and enhancing the distinct character of the City. The standards and requirements for the installation of landscaping and screening walls throughout the City are set forth in order to: ■ Enhance Yorkville's sense of place. • Promote the general welfare of the community. • Enhance the living environment. ■ Aid in the enhancement of property values. ■ Create an attractive,consistent appearance. ■ Complement the visual effect of buildings. ■ Provide appropriate buffers between land uses. ■ Support the landscape character of the City. ■ Use sustainable practices to reduce the impact of the built landscape on the natural ecosystem. PRINCIPLE 9: Provide a unified landscape treatment throughout the City through the use of consistent right-of-way and buffer treatments. PRINCIPLE 10: Enhance the aesthetic appearance of development and lessen the impact of undesirable site components through the effective use of landscaping. PRINCIPLE 9: Provide a unified landscape treatment throughout the City through the use of consistent right-of-way and buffer treatments ■ Landscape Character The overall character of the City will be enhanced in large part by the landscaping found throughout the City. To enhance the overall desired character throughout the City: 5 Gateway I./lnitecl Oty of Vorl<ville Comprehensive Lana Use Plan Vpclate 29 Design Guidelines Landscape Principles • Landscaping will be done in informal clusters to create a more natural appearance. • Street lighting will be kept to a minimum. • Meandering sidewalks will be located throughout the City in the landscape buffers. ■ "Gateway" Corridor Landscape Treatments • Primary Gateway Corridors Several major corridors lead residents and visitors into the City of Yorkville. The visual experience along these "Gateways" is critical to the overall perception and character associated with Yorkville. Due to the importance of these "Gateways" and the influence they have on the identity for the City, specific criteria have been added to these guidelines to ensure that an attractive landscape appearance is maintained as properties are developed adjacent to these primary corridors. The primary corridors identified for speeffic landscape buffers include: • Route 47 Scenic vista • Route 126 • Route 71 • Prairie Parkway and Caton Farm Road Primary Gateway Residential Buffer Requirements All residential development adjacent to the primary "Gateway" corridors must have a landscape buffer of 100 feet or more measured from the edge of the ultimate right-of-way. Residential land uses require larger depth buffers to allow for berms, tree preservation, view shed protection, noise barrier and separation of residential areas from the roadway. However, where scenic vistas are prominent along a"Gateway"corridor(such as Route 71)the buffers should be designed in a manner which frames the Preserve exiOng frees for Gateway buffers distant views. Development plans should consider creative means to preserve the sight lines which currently provide the scenic views that define the rural character of Yorkville. Landscape plans within the buffers should have an informal quality to capture the natural feel of the rural landscape. To enhance the rural identity, additional elements should be considered when designing the buffers, i.e. incorporating split rail fencing, using plant material to frame scenic vistas and preservation of existing vegetation and tree lines to maintain the rural quality of Yorkville. L4hited Oi-y of Yov-kville Gompeekensive Land Use Plah LApdcate 30 Design CAwdelines Landscape Principles Non-Residential Buffer Requirements For all non-residential development, a 25 foot minimum landscape buffer is required along the primary"Gateway" corridors. The 25 ft. buffer allows for a meandering walk within the buffer and provides more area for plant clusters and massing. Focus should be placed on site entrances by highlighting entries with ornamental landscaping to signal the access point. The landscape buffer width must be measured from the edge of the ultimate right-of- way. All buildings must be set back a minimum of 150 feet from the ultimate right-of-way line. r � y l { Alan-residential planting requirements ■ Secondary Gateway Corridors In addition to the primary gateway corridors leading into the City, several additional roadways have been identified as secondary gateway corridors, possessing unique and attractive qualities which also define the character of the City. Development along these secondary corridors should be carefully evaluated to ensure the inherent rural character of Yorkville is preserved. These roadways include: ■ Fox Road ■ High Point Road • Legion Road ■ Van Emmon Road • Collectors identified on the City Thoroughfare Plan Vni+ed City of Yoekville Comprehensive Land Vse flan LApdate 31 Design Guidelines Landscape Veinciples Secondary Gateway Residential Buffer Requirements All residential development adjacent to the secondary "Gateway" corridors must have a landscape buffer in the range of 50 to 100 feet ^_ ' measured from the edge of the ultimate right-of- way. However, where scenic vistas are prominent along a "Gateway' corridor (such as Route 71) the buffers should be designed in a manner which frames the distant views. Development plans should consider creative means to preserve the sight lines which currently provide LandsWebufer the scenic views that define the rural character of Yorkville. Landscape plans within the buffers should have an informal quality to capture the natural feel of the rural landscape. To enhance the rural identity, additional elements should be considered when designing the buffers, i.e. incorporating split rail fencing, using plant material to frame scenic vistas and preservation of existing vegetation and tree lines to maintain the rural quality of Yorkville. ■ General Planting Requirements Proper installation and maintenance of landscape plantings is essential to NOWM,aWAOF*WW Sbd bo achieving the desired character +a � wwdw�uant throughout the City. The following requirements specify critical considerations for landscape plantings. ■ All landscaping shall be separated i [ from vehicular use areas by some form of barrier such as raised concrete curbing, bollards, curb stops or other suitable permanenty�.^��; alternative. ; ■ Landscaping shall not obstruct the view between access drives and parking aisles, nor shall any landscaping which obstructs views sight lines at intersection be located in the radius of any curb return. • No artificial plant material may be used to satisfy the requirements of this section. • In residential developments, planting strips should be in proportion to the width of the street and the building setbacks. Coordinate tree plantings with utility locations to avoid conflicts. LAvAifecl Ofy of)?or►kville. Gompeehensive Land Use Plan Vlpclafe- 32 Desieh Guidelines Landscape Principles ■ At the intersection of two streets, or at the intersection of a commercial driveway and a street, nothing shall be erected, placed or planted that will impede vision between the height of 3 feet and 10 feet above the curb within a triangle formed by the intersecting streets or street and driveway, and measuring 40 feet along the sides of the triangle that face the intersection. 'Triangle sides shall be measured from the face of the curb to the face of the curb at intersections and driveways. PRINCIPLE 10: Enhance the aesthetic appearance of development and lessen the impact of undesirable site components through the effective use of landscaping • Intersections and Site Entrances Intersections and development entrances should be identified with ornamental landscaping coordinated with the signage. Clearly enhancing the entrances with landscaping and lighting will help identify key access points and add to the aesthetic appeal of the City. • Landscaping Adjacent to Non-Residential Buildings = _ • Incorporate planting beds into plazas to create shade and add human scale. • Consider evergreen trees to create wind-blocks Ornamental plantings accent entrance against prevailing winter winds. • Accent entrances and architectural elements with ornamental plantings. • Landscaped islands shall be planted with seasonal color and/or groundcover. t y • Use plantings adjacent to buildings and along C - walkways to soften the experience. • Mature trees should be pruned of branches up to 9 feet high to maintain safe pedestrian passage. • Incorporate landscape beds and planters at key entryways and seating areas. Plantings along building soften edge • Landscaping is encouraged at pedestrian crossings and seating areas. However, consideration should be given to vehicularlpedestrian sight lines. • Explore opportunities to break up large expanses of pavement. LAnifecd Cify o f Yop-kville Gompee-ke.nsive Land Lisa Play Update 33 Design Guidelines Landscape Principles ■ Parking Lot Landscaping • Landscape islands are required at the terminus of each parking bay. Within each island, 2 shade trees or 2 "°'"`°"°"'" ornamental trees shall be planted. The ground plane shall be seeded with grass, mulched or planted with groundcover. Mesa WiAlp I � • Avoid more than 10 parking stalls in a row LW-WA 44 R ef W AGIL& - without a landscaped island. • A 10 foot landscape median is required - between every other parking bay. Medians are mqu►red between every other parking bay • Every parking stall must be located within 60 feet of a tree. i I ■ Unimproved Pad Sites All portions of the development site not occupied by buildings, structures, vehicle access and parking areas, loading/unloading areas and approved storage areas shall be landscaped. Future building pads within a phased development shall be kept in a neat and orderly manner though no landscaping is required. ■ Dumpster/Trash Receptacles/Outdoor Storage All proposed dumpsters, trash receptacles, refuse storage containers and outdoor storage — shall be located within an enclosure providing _ screening by means of combining the following - landscape elements; • Decorative masonry wall with a non- masonry gate, a minimum of 6 feet in height. The construction materials of the wall shall match material used on the _ principal building. • Large shrubs and small trees shall be r arranged as foundation planting around the perimeter of the pad area. The opening for ,rear,dbm,inns with aro ki."maveng the equipment however shall not be obstructed. The above landscape requirements do not apply when the enclosure is an architectural extension of a priricipat building or where service areas are not visible. .y: + III ! � f Plaice utility boxes at the rear of structures and screen with berms and/or landscaping LArvited Cify of�oekville Compeekensive Land [Ilse Plan Vlpdate 34 Design Guidelines Communify Ckaracfer Principles Community Character Principles The Community Character Principles address issues related to creating a unified sense of place and a positive identity for the United City of Yorkville. PRINCIPLE 11: Establish unique gateway entry features to identify the City. PRINCIPLE 12: Establish a comprehensive theme and a consistent family of lighting and furnishings for all public and private spaces. PRINCIPLE 13: Create a cohesive signage program. e ■ Desirable Elements: The following elements are encouraged within i all public and private areas throughout the City:. • Significant gateway defining entry into the City • Unique intersection enhancements to w,; provide visual landmarks and repetitive design elements .: • Significant landscape areas with interesting hardscape design • Comprehensive, uniformly themed ' signage program for public and private I spaces Cna lc yr W Yrwhore • Consistent family of site furnishings and light fixtures • Continuation of landscape buffer yards along the"Gateway" Corridors • Richness of building surface and texture ■ Consistent and cohesive architectural elements on buildings • Consistent window and door patterns ■ Significant wall articulation ■ Building facades with many windows for streetscape interest and appeal ■ Undesirable Elements: The following elements are discouraged within the City: • Large, billboard type signage structures for individual businesses • Wide ranging lighting and site furnishing styles • Stand alone signage for individual businesses within a developmenl • Large, out-of-scale signs with flashy colors • Highly reflective surfaces or heavily tinted glass fronts • Metal siding on primary facades • Vinyl siding on residential buildings • Mix of unrelated styles, i.e. rustic wood shingles and polished chrome • Strongly themed architectural styles, which will soon become dated • Sparsely landscaped parking lots, entries and right-of-ways • Large non-residential building facades with few or no windows W%ited Cify of YIorkville Compeekensive Lana tAse Plan Vpdafie 35 DeSien Guic{elines COMMuni+y Ghara&OP Principles PRINCIPLE 11: Establish unique gateway entry features to identify the City Creating clearly defined gateways provides definition of the City's corporate limits, makes a welcoming statement to visitors and creates a sense of arrival. It also allows visitors to associate elements found within the City, such as signage and architectural elements, to characteristics of the gateway design. The gateway feature should incorporate "Welcome to the United City of Yorkville' in some consistent articulation and be consistent with the signage styles adopted for use in other public areas in the City. Using similar materials, forms and colors will help introduce those elements that will be consistently found throughout the City. A rera fnr!ejlors�rafFwa ,r rt r �{'+ �'��X11• } � .. _ r -'..fi .� L y- •✓ (may/ YORKVILLE , ■ Masonry columns constructed of red brick and limestone as a counterpart to the historic Kendall County courthouse ■ Cast metal signage and bridge like detailing to recall the historic significance of the Fox River and the original iron bridge that connected Yorkville and Bristol Vviite-d Gify o f J)o►-tville Gompriekensive Land We- Plan► Vlpdate. 36 Desion Cruiclelines Cvrnmunify aaeac+"Principles • Split rail fence between columns to impart the importance of Yorkville as a town founded as a community of agricultural settlers on the prairie • Six masonry columns (three before the sign and three after the sign) with the Yorkville six pillars of character set in limestone • Plantings that move from naturalistic to more ordered in composition as you move towards the City PRINCIPLE 12: Establish a comprehensive theme and a consistent family of ILghting and site furnishings for all Public and private spaces Develop special areas that contain similar forms and/or materials to visually unify a sequence of events within the City. Establish design themes with complementary architecture, site furnishings, landscaping and lighting which are carefully coordinated to create unique identities while — enhancing the sense of place that defines Yorkville. '" ■ Architecture Design themes for individual developments should have � 1► a consistent palette of materials, forms and fixtures that is consistent with the Illinois vernacular architecture that unifies the City. The intent is to allow for unique designs and flexibility, but within a set of parameters outlined in Principle 5. By doing so, development within the City is visually compatible. Examples of a shopping center with a unified(home L4hi+ea cHy of Voek.►lue- Comprehensive. Land Use Plan LApda+e 37 Design Guidelines Community Character'Principles ■ Site fumishings A palette of complementary site fumishings shall be used throughout the City to provide continuity between developments. The palette includes the following furnishings: seating, planters, waste receptacles and street lights. When development occurs within the City, the following furnishings or equivalent styles must be utilized in the site design and approved by the City planning staff. • Seating/Benches Outdoor seating should be constructed of materials that are durable and easy to maintain in order to best - withstand the elements and vandalism. Where seating is designed to be affixed, provide a variety of arrangements (both linear and grouped), which may accommodate 2 to 6 people. Provide benches at major building entryways, drop-off areas and pedestrian courtyards and plazas. seaSng Bench • Planters Planters shall complement the other furnishings in r the palette. Planters should be incorporated into building entrances, plazas, or as a complementary feature to the overall architecture. Planters accent building entrance r 'A P)-4r.-Pr'rrs.rcomorated into architecture Planters complement surrounding materials ■ Waste Receptacles Waste receptacles small complement the other furnishings in the palette. Waste receptacles shall be provided at building entrances, intersections, plazas as well as other locations. Whyte Receptacle iAhited Cify of Yorkville Cornprekensive. Land LAse Alan LApAnfe 38 Design Guidelines Community Character Principles ■ Light fixtures Developing a family of lighting fixtures is critical to successfully developing a consistent style throughout the City. As a prominent element in the landscape, during the day and night, lighting must respond to a number of design criteria, including: ■ Provide consistent street lights throughout the City; allowing ' flexibility within the family of fixtures to provide for varying applications. ■ Lights should be pedestrian in scale; larger lighting applications such as traffic lights shall incorporate a detailed base which provides interest at the pedestrian level. i • Highlight interesting architectural or landscape elements with the use of accent lighting. ■ Light fixtures attached to buildings shall be consistent with the style of the lighting family and compatibility with the architectural style. Q ht(Ware ■ Creatively utilize lighting to emphasize design , elements, including entry signage and public art. ■ Fixtures shall be appropriately shielded so that the light source is not directly visible from public roads or adjacent properties. • Aesthetic and other non-security lights shall be placed on timers which are set to turn off during non-peak hours of the evening. • Indirect light designs should limit light pollution onto surrounding properties. rl Utilize lighting to emphasize design ~ "� r elements and special features i t .. The variety of righting applications should be selected from a family of compatible fixtures LAVae-cl Gi-ly of YO P-6i l le- Comprehensive .Lana We Plan LApdcate 39 Design Guidelines GommvnifK Ghaeacher principles Public Art Program Incorporating outdoor sculptures, fountains and other artwork is encouraged. Such elements and features help establish strong visual identities for individual facilities and greatly enhance the unique character of Yorkville. ■ Artwork should have relevance to the United City of Yorkville; past, present or future. • The placement of artwork shall be visibly located throughout the City • Accent public open spaces with sculptures or fountains to give added community character. rn r' ±�n W s � Fountain provfdes focal paint CRi0zr7 wv1phjrzq to emir cammun4y character �r &-ulpture exi ted Into building architecture L4nited City of)?o;-kyi11e- Gornprekansive Lana [/use Plan Update ,gyp Design Guidelines C—MMLnniiy C-harac+er Principles PRINCIPLE 13: Create a cohesive signage program It is important to consider the experience of a first time visitor when developing a family of signage. Creating an easily identifiable, unified signage system facilitates movement to both public and private destinations. Consolidating the identification of multiple individual entities into a single system reduces the amount of visual clutter usually associated with individual businesses using competitive signage strategies. Proposed signage should be evaluated on material, color, shape, scale, size, location and overall appropriateness. Signs of all scales within a development should relate to each other through a consistent use of materials, colors and text style. The following criteria are intended to supplement the signage requirements currently adopted by the City. Where any conflict or overlap exists with current City codes,the stricter of the two shall apply. ■ Signage Design t ■ Colors • Sign colors should complement the colors and theme of the entire development, Neighborhood entry • Avoid too many colors, small accents may make the sign more attractive and unique but limit amount of colors used. ■ Materials Sign materials should be compatible with the materials used on the building fagade upon which they are associated with or placed upon. ■ New materials may be appropriate only if they are designed in a manner consistent with the theme established by that development. Metal signs are permitted but avoid finishes that will create glare. ■ Paper and cloth signs are not permitted. ■ Legibility • Limit the number of text styles to avoid confusion and increase legibility. • Avoid symbols and fonts that are hard to read or too intricate. • Use symbols and logos in place of words whenever appropriate. uv►ified City of Yorkville Gompeekensive Land Use Plan CApdafe 4.1 Design Guidelines Communif� Gltiaracter Principles • Illumination • Illuminate only signs that are necessary, allow for illumination from other sources, such as streetlights f _ or pedestrian lights. • Individually illuminated signs, either individual illuminated letters or back-lighted are encouraged. • Internally illuminated plastic cabinet signs are _ discouraged. Signs with individual letters are better integrated with the architecture. • Location ■ Signs should not dominate the site in height and should not project above the rooflines of the Mrr,rndrvu�a: buildings. letters and Indirect lighting ■ Signs should not obstruct doors or windows. ■ Utilize the building's architectural features to delineate where signs should be located. ■ Window signs should not cover a majority of the window. ■ Project Entry and Monument Signs Project entry identifiers are located within landscape lot areas adjacent to major TIII;yli.i.nC;Ei thoroughfares and at major intersections and primary entries. Projects with more than one tenant should locate no more than one sign along the -- City's°Gateway"corridors. • All freestanding signs should be monument type. - - Monument sign with cormla ft malen vts • Freestanding monument signs should be perpendicular to the street. Y • Signs should be oriented so that sight lines at 4 intersections are not obstructed. ' ■ Solid architectural bases and sides are encouraged. Each sign should incorporate a Liiiab base, which is a minimum of 2 feet high. Sign materials should complement the materials used throughout the development. ■ Landscaping should be incorporated at the Mblroe tenants consolidated ona single sign Vrapad City of Yol-kville Gompre6-msive Land use Plan Update 42 i Design Guidaline-s Community Character principles base of the sign. A minimum 5 ft. landscape bed shall be created on all sides of the sign. ■ Lighting of monument signs is permitted, minimize the amount of light pollution and glare onto surrounding property. ■ Neighborhood Entry Signs _ Neighborhood entry identifiers shall be placed at the primary entrance of individual , neighborhoods within a community and shall _ r be installed by the neighborhood homebuilder. The neighborhood signs shall be reflective of the main entry signage through the use of like forms, materials, logo and landscape. The location of neighborhood signs must be reviewed and approved by the City. A40Vhb001a0d tr.Pry S.grf ■ Directional Signs When deemed necessary by the City or developer, easy to read motorist and pedestrian directional signs will be placed along public streets and greenbelts withina$s 4. Yorkville. The location of each of these signs must Cf d.il 'IN5Y5q receive the approval of the City ar--R WA- � r vmtat% - ■ Wall Signs • All wall signs should not project from the surface of which they are mounted more than 12 inches. • Wall signs should be located where the building's _ - architectural features suggest. Wall signs can help - break up large blank walls and can provide a variation on walls greater than one story. Direction sign • New wall signs in a development should be consistent in location with all other adjacent wall signs in the development. • Lettering should not occupy more than 75% of the area of the panel where the sign is located. 1. • Wall signs should not project above the roofline or ' '°' SA outside the edge of a building comer. r KIM ■ Projecting Signs -- Locate signage at a consistent ■ On a multistoried building, the sign should be height with adjacent businesses suspended between the bottom of the second floor Vlnifecd Cifx of N2orkvirle Comprehensive Lancj (Ase Plan Vpcictfa 43 De-sion GHidelines Community Character Principles windowsill and the top of the first floor doors. • Projecting signs should be made of metal, wood or fiberglass. Plastic signs are discouraged. • Signs should be hung at a 90 degree angle to the building fagade. Signs should be pinned away from the building slightly to increase visibility but should not protrude into the vertical plane of drives or streets. • The bottom of the sign should provide a 10 foot clearance above pedestrian sidewalks. ' i" • Decorative iron and wood brackets are +��•rl f encouraged and should complement the overall design theme of the development. R FY. a r sfan pr* 'r rmm fsgade pf'DjAvO p$i'gn loss not ■ Window Signs *fnina.@ rffoiTtofbvitding • Text should be limited to the business name and/or a message to describe the services offered. • Signs should be limited to individual letters placed on the interior surface of the window. • Letters should be white, black or gold leaf paint. Avoid bright, distracting colors that may become too dominant and contrast the overall theme. Wxite.d Gity of Yop-6ill e Comp►-eke.nsive .Land Use Plan Update 44 Design Guidelines Community Gkarc►cfar Principles • Street Address Markers • In non-residential developments, address markers should be incorporated into the project signage with similar materials and colors. • In residential developments: • The address marker must be located within 5 feet of a light fixture, which will illuminate the street number from dusk until dawn. • The address marker must be located closest to the street either on the front facade of the house closest to the driveway or porch column closest to the driveway. • Prohibited Signs • Signs that obstruct the clear view of pedestrian and/or vehicular traffic or interfere with efficient operations of vehicles. • Billboards within 'Gateway" corridors. • Neon or signs with bright lights unless individually ' approved by the City. I H ILDERS . wIILL `•" " • Signs excessive in scale, size, height or use materials not consistent with the overall design theme. • Off-premise signs including signs or graphics applied to parked vehicles for nearby vendor identification. • Signs or graphics painted directly on exterior of buildings, fences or walls. • Landscaping that becomes a sign or message. Pote mounted and bitlboarrisigns are prohibited • Pole mounted signs. Vhifed Ofy of Yorkville Comprehensive Land (Ase Plan tApdafe 45 X14. D CITY Reviewed By: Agenda Item Number a� �.1+ Legal ❑ Finance F-1 EST. � 183 Engineer ❑ ~-� �- Tracking Number 0 JIM- 18, y City Administrator El �D Consultant ❑ PC 2009-01 CLE ❑ Agenda Item Summary Memo Title: Wind Energy System Ordinance-Zoning Ordinance Chapter 16 Meeting and Date: EDC /May 4, 2009 Synopsis: Proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment to include a chapter regulating wind energy systems. Council Action Previously Taken: Date of Action: n/a Action Taken: Item Number: Type of Vote Required: majority Council Action Requested: Adoption of ordinance as Title 10 Chapter 16 of the Municipal Code (Zoning Ordinance) Submitted by: Travis Miller Community Development Name Department Agenda Item Notes: See attached staff report and draft ordinance Memorandum To: EDC Esr. leas From: Travis Miller Cc: Lisa Pickering (for distribution) Date: April 22, 2009 Subject: Proposed Wind Energy System Regulation— Zoning Ordinance Amendment ROOFTOP SYSTEMS Backiround: The Plan Commission conducted a public hearing January 14, 2009 and recommended approval of the proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment with a vote of 5 ayes; 0 no. City Council conducted a public forum to review the proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment Tuesday March 10, 2009. The Planning Consortium group meeting topic for March 18, 2009 was wind energy where James Griffin from Schain, Burney, Ross & Citron presented information to the group/public. EDC reviewed a revised draft of the ordinance April 6, 2009 and advised staff to divide the ordinance into separate ordinances for each wind energy system type (rooftop, small, large) in an effort to focus on the rooftop systems more immediately and allow more time to research and discuss the regulation regarding small and large systems. The attached draft ordinance concentrates on Rooftop Wind Energy Systems. Staff Comments: - Definitions section: The definitions section has been substantially reduced. The terms defined in earlier drafts are no longer part of the regulation so there is no need to include definitions. It is important to define `Rooftop' systems as well as systems in general. The key points are the maximum capacity(10 kW) to be considered a rooftop system as well as the intention for these systems to provide energy for on-site consumption, not a surplus for the grid. - Noise—55 decibels remains to be the maximum emission. This is the equivalent to an air conditioning unit. - Abandoned systems: The amount of time to consider a rooftop system abandoned is reduced to 1 month. This will allow for more immediate action with property maintenance enforcement and should be a reasonable time period for a rooftop system. - Height. Recommended maximum is 8 feet. In researching operating manual for a 400 watt rooftop system(AIR Industrial), the manufacturer recommended users mount the system between 5 and 8 feet above a structure for maximum performance. - Diameter of Blades/Rotor. Recommended maximum is 5 feet. In researching rooftop systems, the blades (sometimes referred to by manufacturers as rotors) , these systems range from 4' for 400 watt devices to over 20' for 7.5 kW devices. 5 feet allows for most devices. Larger devices could be approved by variance,but would require City Council review and approval allowing for a case- by-case review. 1 April 30, 2009 CHAPTER 16 SECTION: 10-16-1 Principles 10-16-2 General Purpose 10-16-3 Scope 10-16-4 Definitions 10-16-5 General Provisions 10-16-6 Rooftop Wind Energy Systems 10-16-7 Other Wind Energy Systems 10-16-1 PRINCIPLES. The provisions of this Chapter recognize that: A. There is a significant relationship between wind energy systems and public safety and the value, quality of life and economic stability of adjoining property and overall community. B. Wind energy systems are a very visible element of the public environment and as such should meet the same high standards of quality set for other forms of development in the community. 10-16-2 GENERAL PURPOSE. The regulation of wind energy systems by this Chapter is intended to promote and protect the public health, safety and welfare by: A. Requiring the installation of wind energy systems to be consistent with current property development standards of the City. B. Protecting the general public from damage and injury which may be caused by the faulty and uncontrolled and inappropriate use of wind energy systems in the City. Accordingly, it is deemed necessary and in the public interest to regulate wind energy systems. To this end, this Chapter: 1. Regulates the size, location, installation, maintenance and other pertinent features of wind energy systems. 2. Provides for effective administration and enforcement of these regulations. 1 April 30, 2009 10-16-3 SCOPE. The regulations of this Chapter shall govern and control the site design, erection, enlargement, expansion, alteration, operation, maintenance, relocation and removal of all wind energy systems defined by this Chapter within the United City of Yorkville. The regulations of this Chapter relate to the location of wind energy systems,by function and type, within zoning districts and shall be in addition to provisions of the International Building Code,National Electrical Code, Federal Aviation Administration(FAA) requirements, and all federal and state statutes, laws, rules, and regulations and all City codes. 10-16-4 DEFINITIONS. A. Rooftop Wind Energy System. A wind energy conversion system consisting of a wind turbine, a tower or post, and associated control or conversion electronics, which has a rated capacity of not more than ten(10) kW, and which is intended to primarily reduce on-site consumption of utility power. B. Wind Energy System. Equipment that converts and then stores or transfers energy from the wind into usable form of electric energy, commonly referred to as a wind turbine. This equipment includes any base, blade, foundation, generator, nacelle, rotor, tower, transformer, vane, wire, inverter, batteries, or other component used in the system. 10-16-5 GENERAL PROVISIONS. A. Permitting. The installation of any wind energy system requires a building permit from the United City of Yorkville. B. Compliance. Wind energy systems shall meet or exceed current standards of the International Building Code and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements, any other agency of the state or federal government with the authority to regulate wind energy systems, and all City codes. C. Building Code/Safety Standards. Any owner or operator of a wind energy system shall maintain said system in compliance with the standards contained in the current and applicable state or local building codes and the applicable standards for wind energy systems that are published by the International Building Code, as amended from time to time. If,upon inspection, the United City of Yorkville concludes that a wind energy system fails to comply with such codes and standards and constitutes a danger to persons or property, the City Code Official shall require immediate removal of the system at the owner's expense. 2 April 30, 2009 D. Noise. The maximum noise level allowed for all wind energy systems shall not exceed 55 decibels at frequency of 125 Hertz measured at all property lines. E. Fencing. Requirements will be evaluated with each individual wind energy system application. Fencing requirements will be determined by, but not limited to, location of the system, system type, system design, and location of electrical equipment. F. Design. Wind energy systems shall be painted a non-reflective, non-obtrusive color or a color that conforms to the architecture of the structure it is attached. G. Abandoned Systems. All abandoned or unused wind energy systems shall be deemed a nuisance and the United City of Yorkville may act after one (1)month of the cessation of operations unless an extension is approved by the City Council. If an extension is not approved,the City may act to abate such nuisance and require its removal at the property owner's expense. After the wind energy system is removed, the owner of the property shall restore the site to its original condition, or to an approved improved condition. 10-16-6 ROOFTOP WIND ENERGY SYSTEM A. Permitted Use. Rooftop wind energy systems shall be considered allowable in all zoning districts except F-1 Floodplain District. B. Fees. 1. Permitting Fees. i. Rooftop wind energy systems will be subject to a one hundred 00/100 dollars ($100.00)building permit fee. The permit fee will be payable at the time of the application submittal by the petitioner. C. Mounting. All rooftop wind energy systems shall be controlled in a manner consistent with local building code. A rooftop wind energy system shall be mounted upon the rear face of a sloped roof or to the side or rear fagade of a structure. Free standing towers are prohibited. D. Height. The maximum height of a rooftop wind energy system is eight (8) feet above the highest point of the structure it is mounted upon regardless of the Zoning District height requirement. E. Diameter. The maximum diameter of the blades or rotor shall be five (5) feet. F. Quantity. Only one (1) rooftop wind energy system is allowed per property. Any additional rooftop wind energy systems desired by the petitioner shall require 3 April 30, 2009 Special Use approval and subject to the special use provisions contained within 10-14-6 of this Title and applications for special use approval shall be subject to the procedures and requirements of this Title. 10-16-7 OTHER WIND ENERGY SYSTEMS A. Special Use. A wind energy conversion system having a rated capacity of more than ten (10)kW shall require special use approval and be subject to the special use provisions contained within 10-14-6 of this Title. 4 X14. D CITY Reviewed By: Agenda Item Number Zo �.1+ Legal ❑ Finance F-1 EST. � 183 Engineer ❑ ~-� �- Tracking Number 0 JIM- 18, y City Administrator El �D Consultant ❑ EDC 2009-17 CLE ❑ Agenda Item Summary Memo Title: Sign Ordinance Amendment-Temporary Sign Regulation Meeting and Date: EDC /May 4, 2009 Synopsis: Amendments providing certain portable signs be permitted temporarily in business and industrial zones. Council Action Previously Taken: Date of Action: n/a Action Taken: Item Number: Type of Vote Required: Majority Council Action Requested: Submitted by: Travis Miller Community Development Name Department Agenda Item Notes: ° clr, Memorandum O To: EDC EST. 1Z leas From: Travis Miller CC. Lisa Pickering(for distribution) 0 [� Date: April 28, 2009 C nd -, Subject: EDC 2009-17 Sign Ordinance Revisions—Temporary Sign <LE v Regulation Background: The EDC discussed issues related to the current Sign Ordinance, specifically the regulation of temporary signs for businesses. The current regulation is not clear regarding what type of temporary signs are permissible beyond Grand Opening event signage. The EDC directed staff to revise the regulation to include provisions for businesses to display temporary signs for special events/sales. Staff Comments/Recommendation: The attached draft ordinance is the current Municipal Code Chapter 11 (Sign Ordinance)with staff recommended revisions redlined. The recommended revisions include: 1. Refining the definition of`Grand Opening Temporary Sign' to exclude a duration. 2. Refining the definition of`Portable Signs' to exclude `Trailer Signs'. 3. Creating a definition for `Trailer Signs'. 4. Removing `portable signs' from the prohibited list. 5. Adding `trailer signs' to the prohibited list. 6. Removing language from the Temporary Signs list under Business Zoning Districts which is repetitive of language in the Temporary Sign Frequency and Duration section (8-11-12.C). 7. Adding `Banners' and `Portable Signs' to the Business and Industrial Temporary Sign lists. 8. Increasing the frequency (45 days) for Grand Opening Temporary Signs 9. Increasing the frequency (times per year) for `Portable Signs' and `Banners'. 10. Allowing searchlights and cold air inflatable devices once per year(currently allowable only once per business). CHAPTER 11 SECTION: 8-11-1 Principles 8-11-2 General Purpose 8-11-3 Scope 8-11-4 Definitions 8-11-5 Signs Exempt from this Chapter 8-11-6 General Provisions 8-11-7 Prohibited Signs 8-11-8 Permitted Signs—Residential Zoning Districts 8-11-9 Permitted Signs—Business Zoning Districts 8-11-10 Permitted Signs—Manufacturing Zoning Districts 8-11-11 Nonconforming Signs 8-11-12 Permitting Procedures 8-11-1 PRINCIPLES. The provisions of this Article recognize that: A. There is a significant relationship between the manner inlwhich signs are displayed and public safety and the value,quality of life and economic stability of adjoining property and overall community. B. The reasonable display of signs is necessary as a public service and necessary to the conduct of competitive commerce and industry. C. Signs are a constant and very visible element of the public environment and as such should meet the same high standards of quality set for other forms of development in the community. 8-11-2 GENERAL PURPOSE. The regulation of signs by this Article is intended to promote and protect the public health, safety and welfare by: A. enhancing the economic condition of the City by promoting reasonable,orderly and effective use and display of signs. B. enhancing the physical appearance of the City. C. protecting the general public from damage and injury which might be caused by the faulty and uncontrolled and inappropriate construction and use of signs within the City. D. protecting the public use of streets and rights of way by reducing advertising distractions that may increase traffic accidents and congestion. 1 E. preserving the value of private property by assuring the compatibility in design and scale of signs with adjacent properties and uses. Accordingly,it is deemed necessary and in the public interest to regulate signs.To this end,this Article: 1. Establishes minimum standards for the display of signs in direct relationship to the functional use of property and to the intensity of development as permitted within the zoning districts which are provided in this Ordinance. 2. Regulates the size,location,height,installation and other pertinent features of new signs. 3. Requires the removal of derelict signs and the amortization of nonconforming signs. 4. Provides for the effective administration and enforcement of these regulations. 8-11-3 SCOPE. The regulations of this section shall govern and control the erection,enlargement, expansion,alteration,operation,maintenance,relocation and removal of all signs within the City and any sign not expressly permitted by these regulations shall be prohibited. The regulations of this section relate to the location of signs,by function and type, within zoning districts and shall be in addition to provisions of the City of Yorkville Building Code and the City of Yorkville Electrical Code. 8-11-4 DEFINITIONS. A. Animated, flashing or moving sign Any sign that uses lights that flash or alternate or which include action or motion or the appearance of action or motion either physically or electronically. B. Awning,Canopy or Marquee Sign.A sign that is mounted or painted on, or attached to, an awning,canopy or marquee that is otherwise permitted by this Article. The construction materials and the manner of construction of all awnings,canopies and marquees shall be in accordance with the Yorkville Building Code. C. Banner.Any sign of lightweight fabric or similar material that is displayed on a pole or building.National, state or municipal flags,official flags of any institution or business shall not be considered banners. 2 D. Billboard.An off-premise advertising sign which directs attention to a business, commodity, service or entertainment conducted, sold, or offered at a location other than the lot on which the sign is located. E. Business Sign.A sign which directs attention to a business or profession conducted,or to a commodity or service sold,offered or manufactured,or to an entertainment offered,on the premises where the sign is located or to which it is affixed.A business sign shall be a wall,canopy,awning,marquee,or window sign. F. Cold air Inflatable Device.An inflatable device,without a frame,used as a portable sign for promotions,sales or special events.A cold air balloon shall be ground mounted. G. Construction Sign.A sign erected on a lot on which construction is taking place,indicating the names of the architects,engineers,landscape architects, contractors,and similar artisans, and the owners, financial supporters, sponsors and similar persons or firms having a role or interest with respect to the structure or project. Said sign shall be erected only so long as construction is occurring on the lot. A construction sign shall be a wall or freestanding sign. H. Freestanding Sign.Any sign supported by structures or supports that are placed on or anchored in the ground and that are independent from any building or other structure. I. Grand Opening Temporary Sign.A temporary sign used for the purpose of advertising a grand opening of a new business,"rand opening temporary sign may Deleted: A grand opening temporary be a wall marquee,canopy, or freestanding sign.Promotions anniversary sign maybe displayed only within 180 q � pY� g� g g � rY days of issuance of an occupancy sales,special sales,or going-out-of-business sales do not apply. certificate. J. Ground Mounted/Monument Sign.A sign that is supported on a base that is equal in width and depth to the frame of the sign itself.A ground mounted/monument sign must be constructed of materials to match the principal structure. K. Identification Sign.A sign giving the name and address of a residential building,business,development,industry,or other building or establishment. Such signs may be wholly or partly devoted to a readily recognized symbol.An identification sign shall be a freestanding,wall,canopy,awning,or marquee sign. L. _Menu Board Sign.A sign at a remote location on a lot giving product and price information about products sold on the lot to motorists in a waiting vehicle. M. Message Board Sign.A sign designed so that characters,letters or illustrations can be changed manually or electronically without altering the face or surface of the sign.Electronic message boards must have a minimum duration time of twenty-four hours and no transition effects. 3 N. Pole Sign.A freestanding sign supported by column or columns whose total width is less than 50%of the sign face depth. O. Portable Sign.,A movable sign,excluding Trailer Signs,that is not attached to a Dusted:n sign attached to or mounted structure or affixed to the ground or surface Mon which it is located,including A- upon a frame intended to be moved from p ng place to place. frame and sandwich-board signs. P. Projecting Sign. A sign which in whole or in part is dependant upon the building for support and project more than twelve(12)inches from such building,except for awning,canopy and marquee signs. Q. Real Estate Sign.A sign indicating the sale,rental,lease,or development of the lot,a portion of the lot,or a building on the lot on which the sign is located.A real estate sign shall be a wall or freestanding sign. R. Roof Sign.A sign that is wholly dependant upon a building for support or mounted on the roof,which project more than six(6)inches above the highest point of a building or roof to which they are attached. S. Snipe Signs.A temporary or permanent non-governmental signs in a public right-of-way which is tacked,nailed,posted,pasted,glazed or otherwise affixed to a pole, stake,fence,traffic sign,traffic control device,utility pole,tree or the ground. T. Temporary Signs.Any sign,banner,pennant,streamer,or advertising display constructed of cloth,canvas,light fabric,cardboard,wallboard,or other lightweight material. U. Trailer Sign. A sign mounted on a chassis with or without wheels. V. Vehicle Sign.Any vehicle primarily situated to serve as a sign rather than as transportation.An automobile,van,or truck displaying the name and/or other information regarding the related establishment used for normal business operation or for employee transportation is not a vehicle sign. W. Wall Sign.A sign fastened to or painted on the wall of a building or structure in such a manner that the wall becomes the supporting structure for,or forms the background surface of,the sign and which does not project more than twelve(12) inches from such building or structure. X. Wind Feather.Also known as Wind Flag,Teardrop Banner and Blade. Fabric or plastic attention getting devices supported by a single pole and having a tall,narrow orientation whose rotation is determined by the wind direction. Y. Window Sign.A sign which is applied or attached to or located within three(3) feet of the interior of a window,which sign may be seen through the window from the exterior of the structure. 4 8-11-5 SIGNS EXEMPTED FROM THIS CHAPTER.Nothing in this shall be construed as exempting the following signs from the Building Code or those portions of the Municipal Code applicable to signs. The following signs are otherwise exempt from regulations of this Chapter: A. Flags, symbols or crests of nations,states,cities or political,fraternal,religious or civic organizations. One logo flag of a business shall be permitted on a lot provided that it is flown with the American flag and shall not be larger than the American flag. B. Decorations customarily and commonly associated with a national,local or religious holiday,celebration or anniversary provided that such decorations shall not be displayed for more than sixty(60)consecutive days. C. Signs four(4)square feet or less in area and five(5)feet in height or less on private property regulating on-premise traffic and parking. D. Bulletin boards,message boards,and similar devices no greater than thirty-two (32)square feet in area,five(5)feet high and not in the vision triangle,used solely to give information about and accessory to a public,charitable, educational or religious institution located on the lot. E. Legal notices,identification,informational,directional,traffic or other sign erected or required by governmental authority under any law,statute or ordinance. F. Memorial signs or tablets eight(8)square feet or less in area, containing the names of a building and the date of construction,when cut into any masonry surface so as to be part of the building or when constructed of bronze or some other non- combustible material and permanently attached to a building. G. Non-illuminated window signs painted on or covering no more than 50%of the window area,excluding glass doors. H. Real estate signs four(4)square feet or less in area,provided that no more than one(1)such sign shall be permitted in each yard abutting a street.Real estate signs shall be freestanding signs and set back a minimum of five(5)feet from any lot line and shall be five(5)feet or less in height and shall not be illuminated. I Menu boards accessory to a restaurant drive-up window facility,provided such signs are thirty-six(36)square feet or less in area. J. Signs used to identify the type of model home when used in conjunction with a developing residential subdivision. Each type of model home is allowed one(1)sign not to exceed eight(8)square feet in area and five(5)feet in height. Such sign shall be 5 located on the lot where the model home is located and shall be removed upon occupancy of the home for normal residential use. K. "No Trespassing,"`Beware of Dog"and other similar warning signs four(4) square feet or less in area.. L. Name and address plates which give only the name and address of the resident(s) of the building less than three(3) square feet on single and two family dwellings and five(5)square feet for multi-family dwellings. M. Garage sale,farm produce sale signs provided there is only one sign per lot and it is present only during the duration of the sale and is less than four(4)square feet in area. N. Building interior signage O. Political signs. Signs sixteen(16)square feet or less in area and announcing candidates for political office or political issues,provided that such signs shall not be displayed more than sixty(60)days before any election and shall be removed within five(5)days after said election. P. Construction signs under eight(8)square feet. Q. Window signs covering no more than 60%of the window area excluding glass doors. R. Permanent,non-flashing signs on vending machines,gas pumps,ice and propane storage units. S. Wind Feathers of solid color, sixteen(16)feet or less in height,made of non-plastic fabric or nylon material and containing no text,logos or images. 8-11-6 GENERAL PROVISIONS. A. Sign Area. The area of the sign face which is also the sign area of a wall sign or other sign with only one face shall be computed by means of the smallest square, rectangle,circle,triangle or combination thereof that will encompass the extreme limits of the writing representation,emblem or other display,together with any material or color forming an integral part of the background of the display or used to differentiate the sign from the backdrop or structure against which it is placed. It does not include any supporting framework,bracing or decorative fence or wall when such fence or wall otherwise meets zoning ordinance regulations and is clearly incidental to the display itself.A double faced sign shall count as a single sign. 6 B. Sign Height. The height of a sign shall be computed as the distance from the grade of the centerline of the adjacent street to the top of the highest attached component of the sign. C. Yard Requirements.Except as otherwise provided, signs shall be located at least five(5)feet from any driveway and lot line.Furthermore,no sign shall be erected or located in a public right-of-way except as established by the authorized public entity responsible for the right-of-way.No sign having a height more than thirty(30) inches shall be located within that part of the yard or open area of a corner lot included within a triangular area of twenty-five(25)feet from the point of intersection of two (2)street right-of-way lines forming such a corner lot. D. Illumination of Signs.The illumination of all signs shall be diffused or indirect and shall be so arranged that there will be no direct or reflecting rays into the public way or any lot on the perimeter of the premises on which the sign is located.Exposed light bulbs,neon tubing,flashing,blinking,traveling and similar illumination, including illuminated canopies are not permitted. Illuminated signs permitted in or adjacent to Residential areas shall not be illuminated between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.unless the use to which the sign pertains is open. E. Sign Maintenance. The owner of a sign and the owner of the premises on which the sign is located shall be jointly and severally liable to maintain such sign or signs subject to the following standards 1. Signs shall be maintained in a neat and orderly condition and good working order,including illumination sources,at all times. 2. Signs shall be properly painted unless galvanized or otherwise treated to prevent rust or deterioration. 3. Signs shall conform to maintenance provisions of the Building and Electrical Codes as adopted by the City of Yorkville. F. Abandoned Signs Except as otherwise provided in this Ordinance, any temporary sign installed for a period of thirty(30)days or more,or any sign which pertains to a time,event,or purpose which no longer applies , shall be removed. Permanent signs applicable to a business because of change in ownership or management of such business shall be deemed abandoned if the property remains vacant for a period of six(6)months or more.An abandoned sign is prohibited and shall be removed by the owner of the sign or owner of the premises within thirty(30) days. G. Removal of Signs Any sign found to be improperly maintained,abandoned or 7 otherwise in violation of this ordinance which is not removed or repaired within thirty (30)days of written notice of the Code Official may be removed by the Code Official. Any expense incidental to such removal or repair shall be charged to the owner of the property upon which the sign is located and shall constitute a lien upon the property. 8-11-7 PROHIBITED SIGNS. The following signs shall not be permitted: A. Moving, animated and flashing signs,except electronic message boards. B. Roof signs. C. Vehicle signs D. Signs which constitute a hazard to public health or safety. E. Signs which obstruct ingress or egress from any fire escape,door,window,or other exit or entrance. F. Signs which,by reason of size,location,content,color,or manner of illumination,obstruct the vision of motorists or interfere with the visibility or effectiveness of any traffic sign or control device on public streets. G. Signs which make use of words such as "Stop," "Look," "One-way," 'Danger," "Yield" or any similar word,phrase, symbol or light so as to interfere with or confuse pedestrian or vehicular traffic. H. Billboards. I. ,Trailer ski ns. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ �eieted:portable J. Searchlights,except searchlights for grand openings and special civic events. K. Snipe signs. L. Signs displaying obscene or indecent matter. M. Moving,rotating or animated signs except traditional barber poles not exceeding two(2)feet in height and projecting not more than twelve(12)inches from the building utilized only to identify a hair cutting establishment. 8 8-11-8 PERMITTED SIGNS—AGRICULTURAL,FLOOD ZONE& RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICTS A. PERMANENT SIGNS 1. Free standing identification or business sign.All non-residential uses in the agricultural, flood zone and residential zoning districts may have one free standing business or identification.Non-residential uses in the agricultural,flood zone and residential zoning districts on a corner lot with entrances on both streets may have one free standing sign on each street frontage. Said sign shall be thirty-two(32)square feet or less in area,five(5)feet or less in height and setback at least ten(10)feet from the street or entrance drive. Freestanding signs must be constructed with the base and supporting columns if present constructed of the same brick, stone or masonry material that the exterior walls of the principal building is made of. The sign panel containing the type and the type must match the color and type used on any wall mounted signage. No more than 50%of the free standing sign area may be composed of a message board sign. 2. Building mounted identification or business sign.All non-residential uses in the agricultural,flood zone or residential zoning districts shall be permitted to have identification or business signage for each exterior wall of that part of the building facing a public right-of-way.No more than 50%of the building mounted sign area may be composed of a message board sign.Building mounted signage can not extend more than 75%of the building fagade of the building to which it is attached, 3. Subdivision and residential complex identification signs. Two permanent subdivision or residential complex identification signs,one on each side of the street, at primary entrances to a residential subdivision or complex containing no commercial advertising is permitted. Such signs shall be thirty-two(32)square feet or less in area and eight(8)feet or less in height and constructed out of premium building materials such as brick or stone.For the purposes of this provision this sign may be installed in two components,one on each side of the street. B. TEMPORARY SIGNS 1. Real estate signs. On non single family residential lots one real estate sign per street frontage no greater than thirty-two(32)square feet in area or five(5)feet in height. 2. Residential Marketing signs at major entrances to residential subdivisions not to exceed one hundred(100)square feet and twelve(12)feet in height. 9 3. Residential off-site marketing signs to call attention to and give directions to residential developments in Yorkville shall be allowed at no more than four(4)off- site locations,and shall be no greater than one hundred(100)square feet in area and twelve(12)feet in height, Signs for a given development may be located in any zoning district provided that there is at least one quarter(1/4)mile separation from the other off-site marketing signs of that development and that no off-site marketing sign be closer to a residence than one hundred(100)feet. Off-site marketing signs for different developments must be at least 250 feet from any other off-site marketing sign. 4. Grand Opening Sign. One(1)grand opening sign not to exceed thirty-two square feet in area and eight(8)feet in height. 5. Construction sign. One construction sign per non-single family lot not to exceed thirty-two(32)square feet in area and five(5)feet in height. 8-11-9 PERMITTED SIGNS—BUSINESS ZONING DISTRICTS A. PERMANENT SIGNS 1. Free Standing Business Sign On lots less than three acres with one(1)street frontage one(1)free standing business sign thirty-two square feet or less feet in area and eight(8)feet or less in height shall be allowed. If the lot has more than one street frontage,one(1)free standing business sign thirty-two square feet or less in area and eight(8)feet or less in height per street frontage with an entrance/exit shall be allowed. On lots three acres or larger with one(1)street frontage,one(1)free standing business sign sixty square feet or less in area and eight feet or less in height shall be allowed. If the lot has more than one street frontage,one(1)free standing business sign sixty-four square feet or less in area and eight(8)feet or less in height per street frontage with an entrance/exit shall be allowed. On lots three acres or larger that have a street frontage(s)in excess of 800 feet with two entrances/exits at least 600 feet apart may have two free-standing business signs sixty-four square feet or less in area and eight(8)feet or less in height on each street frontage. Freestanding signs must be constructed with the base and supporting columns if present constructed of the same brick, stone or masonry material that the exterior walls of the principal building is made of. The sign panel containing the type and the type must match the color and type used on any wall mounted signage. 10 No more than 50%of the free standing sign area may be composed of a message board sign. 2. Building mounted Business/Identification Signs a. Single—use building.A business having a public entrance in an exterior building wall or having an exterior wall facing a public right-of-way shall be permitted to have building mounted identification signage or building mounted business signage for each exterior wall of that part of the building in which it is located,provided said wall contains a public entrance or faces a public right-of-way. The maximum area of such sign shall not exceed two(2)square feet for each one(1)lineal foot of the facade of the building with a public entrance.No wall sign shall extend more than 75%of the width of the building facade to which it is attached. b. Multi-tenant buildings.Each tenant having a public entrance in an exterior building wall or having an exterior wall facing a public right-of-way shall be permitted to have building mounted business or building mounted identification signage for each exterior wall of that part of the building in which it is located,provided said wall contains a public entrance. The maximum area of such sign(s)shall not exceed two(2)square feet in area for each one(1)lineal foot of the facade of that portion of the building of which the tenant or owner-occupant is in possession and to which the sign is attached.No wall sign shall extend more than 75%of the width of that part of the building facade in which it is located. C. No more than 50%of the building mounted sign area may be composed of a message board sign. B. TEMPORARY SIGNS 1. Searchlights Deleted:Searchlights for a grand 2. Cold air inflatable devices opening only for a period of time not¶ to exceed seventy-two(72)hours.¶ 3. Grand opening sign. One(1)grand opening sign not to exceed thirty-two Deleted:One cold air inflatable device square feet in area and eight(8)feet in height. for a grandl opening only for a period of time not to exceed seventy-two(72)hours.¶ _4. Commercial Real Estate signs. On commercial lots one real estate sign per street frontage no greater than thirty-two(32)square feet in area and five (5)feet in height. _5. Construction signs. One construction sign per lot not to exceed thirty-two (32) square feet in area and five(5)feet in height. 11 6. Wind feathers not exempted by Section 8-11-5_S of this Chapter.No limit on the quantity per lot. Time period not to exceed thirty(30)days. 7. Banners. One Special Business Event sign per business not to exceed thirty-two(32)square feet in area. 8. Portable sign. One Portable Sign per business not to exceed sixteen (16) square feet in area. 8-11-10 PERMITTED SIGNS—MANUFACTURING ZONING DISTRICTS A. PERMANENT SIGNS 1. Free standing business Sign On lots less than three acres or on lots that face a residentially zoned or used lot with one(1)street frontage,one free standing business sign shall be allowed. Said sign shall be thirty-two(32)square feet or less in area and eight(8)feet or less in height. If the lot has more than one street frontage, one(1)free standing business sign thirty-two square feet or less in area and eight(8)feet or less in height per street frontage with an entrance/exit shall be allowed. On lots three acres or larger with one(1)street frontage,one(1)free standing business sign shall be allowed Said sign shall be a maximum of sixty-four(64)square feet or less in area and eight(8)feet or less in height shall be allowed.If the lot has more than one street frontage,one(1)free standing business sign sixty-four square feet or less in area and eight(8)feet or less in height per street frontage with an entrance/exit shall be allowed. On lots three acres or larger that have a street frontage(s)in excess of 800 feet with two entrances/exits at least 600 feet apart may have two free-standing business signs sixty-four square feet or less in area and eight(8)feet or less in height on each street frontage. Freestanding signs must be constructed with the base and supporting colums if present constructed of the same brick,stone or masonry material that the exterior walls of the principal building is made of The sign panel containing the type and the type must match the color and type used on any wall mounted signage. No more than 50%of the free standing sign area may be composed of a message board sign. 2. Building mounted Business/Identification Signs 12 a. Single—use building.A business having a public entrance in an exterior building wall or having an exterior wall facing a public right-of-way shall be permitted to have building mounted identification signage or building mounted business signage for each exterior wall of that part of the building in which it is located,provided said wall contains a public entrance or faces a public right-of-way. The maximum area of such sign shall be two(2)square feet or less in area for each one(1)lineal foot of the facade of the building with a public entrance. b. Multi-tenant buildings.Each tenant having a public entrance in an exterior building wall or having an exterior wall facing a public right-of-way shall be permitted to have building mounted identification signage or building mounted business signage for each exterior wall of that part of the building in which it is located,provided said wall contains a public entrance. The maximum area of such sign(s)shall be two(2)square feet or less in area for each one(1)lineal foot of the facade of that portion of the building of which the tenant or owner-occupant is in possession and to which the sign is attached.All business and identification signs shall be wall,awning,canopy or marquee signs. C. No more than 50%of the building mounted sign area may be composed of a message board sign. B. TEMPORARY SIGNS 1. Real estate signs. On industrial lots one real estate sign per street frontage no greater than thirty-two square feet in area or five(5)feet in height. 2. Construction signs. One construction sign per industrial lot not to exceed thirty-two(32)square feet in area and ten(10)feet in height. 3. j3anners/Special Business Event sign. One Special Business Event sign per Deleted:3. usmess not to exceed th--two(322)square feet in area and te�10)feet Deietea:�aausn�a�iot in height. 4. Portable sign. One Portable Sign per business not to exceed sixteen(16) square feet in area. 5. Wind feathers not exempted by Section 8-11-5 S of this Chapter.No limit Deleted: q on the quantity per lot. Time period not to exceed thirty(30)days. 4' 8-11-11 NONCONFORMING SIGNS A. Any sign for which a permit has been lawfully granted prior to the effective 13 date of this or any subsequent amendment to the sign ordinance and which does not comply with the provisions of such amendment may nonetheless be completed in accordance with the approved plans,provided construction of the sign is started within ninety(90)days after the passage of the ordinance amendment and is completed within sixty(60)days after beginning construction. B. Whenever a nonconforming sign has been discontinued for a period of six (6)months, or whenever there is evidence a clear intent on the part of the owner to abandon a nonconforming sign,such sign shall not, after being discontinued or abandoned,be re-established and the sign hereafter shall be in conformity with the regulations of this ordinance. C. Normal maintenance of a nonconforming sign is permitted,including necessary nonstructural repairs or incidental alterations which do not extend or intensify the nonconforming features of the sign. D. No structural alteration, enlargement or extension shall be made in a nonconforming sign except when the alteration will actually result in eliminating the nonconformance. E. If a nonconforming sign is damaged or destroyed by any means to the extent of fifty(50)percent or more of the replacement value at the time,the sign can be rebuilt or used thereafter only for a conforming use and in compliance with the provisions of this ordinance.In the event the damage or destruction is less than fifty (50)percent of its replacement value based upon prevailing costs,the sign may then be restored to its original condition and the use may be continued which existed at the time such partial destruction until the nonconforming sign is otherwise abated by the provisions of this ordinance. In either event,a permit for restoration or repair must be applied for within a period of thirty(30)days from the date of damage or destruction, and be completed within sixty(60)days after beginning restoration or repair. F. Existing temporary signs shall expire at the termination date specified on the permit,but in no case later than six(6)months from the passage of this ordinance. New temporary signs shall be allowed only in conformance with the provisions contained in this ordinance. Such signage must be removed by the close of business of the day the temporary sign permit expires. 8-11-12 PERMITTING PROCEDURES Permits for Permanent and Temporary Signs A. No sign shall be erected,enlarged,expanded,altered or relocated unless the person proposing to erect,alter or move such sign shall obtain a permit from the Code Official. Such permit shall be issued only when the sign complies with all of the applicable provisions of this ordinance. The fee for granting such a permit shall be established by the City Council. The schedule of fees shall be posted in the City 14 offices and may be amended only by the City Council.Routine sign maintenance, changing of parts designed for change or changing the content of a sign in any manner which does not change the functional classification of the sign shall not, standing alone,be considered an alteration of the sign requiring the issuance of a permit,unless such change of parts or content relates to or is occasioned by a change in the ownership or nature of the activity to which the sign relates or which is conducted on the premises on which the sign is located. B. Any person desiring a permit for a permanent or temporary sign shall file a permit application which shall contain or have attached the following information: 1. A copy of plans and specifications showing the method of construction, illumination,if any,and support of such sign. Calculations showing the sign is designed for dead load and wind pressure in any direction in the amount required by other applicable laws and ordinances of the City may be required. 2. A plat of survey showing the location of the sign(s)on the lot and a drawing indicating the location of the sign(s)on any building or structure on the lot. 3. A sketch,drawn to scale, showing sign faces,exposed surface areas and the proposed message and design,accurately represented as to size,area,proportion and color. 4. The written consent of the owner(s)or agent of the building,structure,or land on which the sign is erected. 5. The name,address and phone number of the applicant. 6. The name of the person, firm,corporation or association erecting,altering or moving the sign. C. Temporary Sign Permit Frequency and Duration per business: Type of Sign Maximum Duration Maximum frequency Banners 14 days Live times per year Deleted:three Portable 4 days —,Live times per year Deleted:Special sale business Commercial real estate 6 months renewable Deleted:event Industrial real estate _6 months renewable Deleted:three Residential marketing _6 months renewable Grand opening ;45 days _onceper business Deleted:30 Cold Air Inflatable Device _72 hours _once peryear Deietea:hnsiness Searchlights 72 hours _once per-year Deleted:business Wind Feather 30 days($25 fee) renewable($5 fee) Construction during active building permit issuance 15 SECTION 8-11-13 SIGN VARIATIONS In addition to the procedures and standards listed in Section 10-14-5 of the Zoning Ordinance regarding variations from the requirements,the Zoning Board of Appeals shall also consider the following factors in hearing testimony and making decisions regarding sign variance requests: 1. If the sign was erected legally with a sign permit. 2. If there are any unique physical characteristics of the property 3. If there are limited available locations for signage on the property 4. The cost to the applicant of complying with the sign ordinance requirements 5. If the sign is on or faces a street with a forty(40)mile per hour or higher speed limit. 6. If the sign is on a street with 20,000 or higher vehicle trips per day. 7. If the sign would be blocked by existing or required landscaping. 8. If it is a wall sign facing a public right-of-way without a public entrance. 16 ,SO'D C►p Reviewed By: Agenda Item Number d"' Legal El E5r 1836 Finance ❑ Engineer El--�--� Tracking Number City Administrator ❑ �v Consultant ❑ EDC 2008-53 ALE �'� F-1 Agenda Item Summary Memo Title: Pulte—Autumn Creek Annexation Agreement Amendment—Fee Payment Timing Meeting and Date: EDC /May 4, 2009 Synopsis: Pulte is requesting to amend the timing for 2 fee types— 1) certain Impact Fees and 2)Building Permit fees. Council Action Previously Taken: Date of Action: April 12, 2005 Action Taken: Annexation Agreement Approval Item Number: Type of Vote Required: Majority Council Action Requested: Approval of requested Annexation Agreement Amendment Submitted by: Travis Miller Community Development Name Department Agenda Item Notes: D clr, Memorandum O To: EDC EST. lZ leas From: Travis Miller -�—= CC. Lisa Pickering (for distribution) 0 [� Date: April 22, 2009 .d C-, Subject: Pulte/Autumn Creek First Amendment to PUD Agreement ��aat co��,�y <LE Fee Reduction Request Petitioner Request/Background: In December 2008,Pulte proposed several fee reduction requests to the EDC for consideration. Based upon the discussion in December,Pulte has refined their request. There are 2 requested changes to the payment timing of impact and Building Permit fees. Autumn Creek Subdivision includes 575 total residential units including 317 single family and 258 townhome units. At the time of this memo, 394 units including 262 single family and 132 townhome units remain to be built. Staff Comments and Recommendations Pulte Request 1: To delay the timing of certain impact fees from being due at time of Building Permit application to 50% at Building Permit application and 50% at issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy. Pulte Request 2: To delay a 20%portion of the Building Permit Fee to the time of issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy. Attached is a copy of the proposed amendment prepared by the petitioner including redline comments by staff. FIRST AMENDMENT TO ANNEXATION AGREEMENT AND PLANNED DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (Autumn Creek Subdivision) This First Amendment is made this day of 2009 by and between PULTE HOME CORPORATION, a Michigan corporation ("Developer") and the UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE, a municipal corporation organized and existing under and by virtue of the laws of the State of Illinois (the "City") by and through its Mayor and Alderman ("Corporate Authorities") to that certain Annexation Agreement and Planned Development Agreement ("Agreement') made and entered into as of the 12th day of April, 2005 by and between Richard J. Theidel and LaSalle Bank National Association, as Successor Trustee under Trust Agreement dated February 15, 1977 and known as Trust Number 4198 ("Owners"), Pulte Home Corporation("Developer")and the United City of Yorkville("City"). WHEREAS, the Agreement relates to certain real estate legally described on Exhibit A attached hereto and made a part hereof and referred to therein as the"Subject Property";and WHEREAS, Developer purchased the "Residential Parcel" described in the Agreement, comprised of approximately 265 acres legally described on Exhibit B attached hereto and made a part hereof and referred to therein as the"Residential Parcel"; and WHEREAS, Section 34 of the Agreement authorizes amendments to the Agreement to be made by the owner of any portion of the Subject Property and the City, as to such portion, without any action or approval of the owner of any other portion of the Subject Property if such CHOI/25271909.2 Amendments do not affect the rights, duties or obligations of the owners of the balance of the Subject Property not included in the Amendment;and WHEREAS, Developer and the City wish to amend the Agreement as it relates to those portions of the Residential Parcel which are owned by Developer; and WHEREAS, the public hearing required by law has been duly held by the Corporate Authorities of the City upon this Amendment, such hearing having taken place on ,2009. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing preambles and the mutual covenants and agreements contained herein, Developer and the City agree that the Annexation Agreement and Planned Development Agreement made and entered into as of the 12ffi day of April, 2005 is hereby amended as follows as to any portion of the Residential Parcel described on Exhibit B attached hereto which is owned by Developer: 1. Timing of Payment of Certain Development Fees. The City Development Fees described as item 7 of Exhibit G to the Annexation Agreement as well as the payment of the Deleted:County Road Fee Transportation Development Fee, which has been enacted since April 12, 2005, but which Developer is only required to pay for Building Permits applied for after April 12, 2010 pursuant to the Section 11.A. of the Agreement, shall instead of being paid for each dwelling unit at the time a Building Permit is applied for on such dwelling unit, be paid fifty percent (50%) at the time the Building Permit is applied for and fifty percent (50%) at the time a Certificate of Occupancy is issued for such dwelling unit. All other United City of Yorkville fees, except as modified in Section 2 of this First Amendment, shall be paid 100% at time of Building g ermit application. CHOI/25271909.2 -2- Deleted:s 2. Timing of Payment of Building Permit Fee, The Cites Building Permit F e�,_, Deleted:s described on item 1 in Exhibit G to the Agreement shall instead of being paid for each dwelling unit at the time the Building Permit is applied for on such dwelling unit, be paid eighty percent (80%) at the time the Building Permit is applied for and twenty percent (20%) at the time the Occupancy Permit is issued for such dwelling unit. {SIGNATURE PAGE TO FOLLOW} CHOI/25271909.2 -3 - IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have set their hands and seals to this Agreement as of the date and year first above written. DEVELOPER: PULTE HOME CORPORATION By: Name: Its: and By: Name: Its: CITY: UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE, an Illinois municipal corporation By: Name: Its: Mayor ATTEST: Name: Its: City Clerk CHOI/25271909.2 -4- EXHIBIT A Subiect Property CHOI/25271909.2 EXHIBIT B Residential Parcel CHOI/25271909.2 D MCEOWE a2•��� c�r� United City of Yorkville AR 27 800 Game Farm Road COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT un DEPARTMENT Yorkville, Illinois 60560 Telephone: 630-553-4350 Fax: 630-553-7575 PC* APPLICATION & PETITION TO AMEND ANNEXATION or PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) AGREEMENT Development Name: Autumn creel: Date of Submission:' March 26, 2009, 1. Name of Petitioner(s): Pulte liome Corporation Address. 1901 N, Roselle Road, Ste. 1000, svhaumburg, IL 60195 Phone Number. (847) 230-5281 Fax Number. (847) 230--5434 Email Address: maxk.mastroroccoCpu:lte.com Relationship of Pethioner(s)to subject property: XH Owner x'q Developer [j Contract Purchaser 2. Name of holder of legal title, if different from#1: N/A If legal title is held in a Land Trust, list the names of all holders of any beneficial interest therein: N/A 1 a). Street address and physical location of subject property: 255 Acres North and south of Kennedy Road and North of Route 34, Yorkville, Illinois b). Legal description of property; attach as Exhibit W. c). Total Acreage: 255 d). Kendall County Parcel Number(s)of property: see Attachment e). Current Zoning Classification: R--2 and R-3 Single Family Residential District; Planned f). Zoning Classification Requested if changing zoning; NIA Development 4. Names and addresses of any adjoining or contiguous landowners entitled to notice of petition under any applicable City ordinance or State Statute: (Please attach a separate list as Exhibit"B'.) 1'dgc I of 5 f United city or Yorkville Amend Annexalion/PIID Appik2lion Reviscd: 11.14.08 5. Date of Annexation or PUD Agreement sought to be amended: April 12, 2005 Name of Agreement: Annexation Agreement and Planned Development Agreement Date of Recording: June 1. 2005 (Autumn Creek Subd vision) Attach a true and correct copy of agreement as Exhibit T". 6. State the items to be amended from the existing annexation or PUD agreement. Timing for payment of City Building Permit Fees and of City Development Fees for ,residences to be built. 7. Contact Information. Name,address, phone number,fax number, and email address of person to whom inquiries regarding this petition may be directed: mark.mastrorocco @nulte.cam Mark Mastrorocco, Pulte Home Corporation, 1901 N. Roselle Road, Ste. 1000, Schaumburg, IL 60195; Tele: 847-230-5281; Fax: B47-230-5434 Attorney: Name: Charles L. Byrum, Drinker Riddle & Reath LLP Address: 191 N. Wacker Dr. , Ste. 3700, Chicago, IL 60606-1698 Phone Number: 312-569-1222 Fax Number. 312-569-3222 Email Address: charles.byrumadbr.com Engineer. Name: Address: Phone Number: Fax Number: Email Address: Land Planner. Name: Address: Phone Number: Fax Number: Email Address: S. Submit the following to the Community Development Department In order to be scheduled for the necessary committee meetings. An Incomplete submittal could delay the scheduling of your project. a. Original application with legal description plus 40 copies. b. Appropriate filing fee(Please refer to page 4 of this application'Petitioner Route, Step 1, Fees and/or contact the Community Development Department for verification of this amount). c. Site Plan (if necessary): 40 sets folded to fit in a 10'x 13' envelope d. One CD containing one electronic copy(pdf)of each of the signed application (complete with exhibits)and site plan. mse x ors united City or Yorkville Amend AmwxalK}n/P1JDApplication Revised. 11.14.OS In witness whereof the Following petitioner(s)have submitted this application under oath and verify that to the best of their knowledge its contents are true and correct and swear that the property to be annexed is contiguoUs to the United City of Yorkville. Date: Mrch-26, 2009 Petitioner(s)Signature: (AII legal property owners of record signatures must appear on this application.) PULTE HOME CARP TI N By: By: -F: Its V:IC e"$4If ^ �hQntt Its: ,}4.� t �'� -- Subscribed and sworn to before me this 26th day of March '2009 Notary Seal THIS APPUCATION MUST BE NOTA ZED. OFFICUIL SEAL AMY 0 WTH W C ��A �8 Pagc 3 of 5 Unitcd City ofYorkvillcAmznd AnnexatiorLfPUD Applicalian Reviacd: 11.14-08 AMENDMENT TO ANNEXATION OR PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT(PUD)AGREEMENT PETITIONER ROUTE Step 1: Petitioner must submit a completed application,fees"and all pertinent materials to the Community Development Department a minimum of 45 days prior to the targeted Plan Commission meeting. Petitioner is responsible for making submittals to other review agencies such as Kendall County, Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois Department of Natural Resources, U.S.Army Corps of Engineers, etc., to allow timely review by City. 'Fees: 1. a. Annexation/PUD Amendment-$500 b. Deposit for Outside Consultants-under 2 acres =$1,000 2 to 10 acres= $2.500 over 10 acres=$5,000 Note: OwnerfDeveloper will be responsible for payment of recording fees and costs, public hearing costs including a written transcription of public hearing and outside consultant costs(i.e.legal review, land planner, zoning coordinator,environmental,etc.). Should Owner/Developer not pay these fees directly, they will be responsible for reimbursing the United City of Yorkville for the aforementioned fees and costs. Note: You must present your pled at each of the meetings below as Indicated. Step 2: Cily Counci: The City Council meets the 2nd and a Tuesdays of the month at 7:00 p.m in the Council Chambers at City hall. A Public Tearing will be held at this time for the Amendment to Ann exationlPUD Agreement. For a public hearing, the petitioner shall complete and submit to the Community Development Department an application with a legal description 45 days prior to the public hearing at the Plan Commission meeting. Notice will be given by publication by the United City of Yorkville in the Kendall County Record at least 15 days but no more than 30 days prior to the public hearing date. Before this amendment can move forward to Committee of the Whole, a "draft*Amendment to Annexation or PUD Agreement must be written. Step 3: Economic Development Meeting:The Economic Development Meeting meets the first Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Conference Room at City Hail. The project will be discussed in an informal atmosphere at the Economic Development meeting where no formal voting takes place. This session Is to discuss and consider recommendations of prior committee meetings and for review of the draft amended agreement. Step d: City Council: Any amendment to an annexation agreement, PUD agreement or development agreement must be signed by the Petitioner prior to being voted on by the City Council. Page 4 of 5 UniW dCHYOfYorkyllicAmcndAn mulioNPUDApplication Revisedr 11.14.08 Agreement I understand and accept all requirements,fees as outlined as well as any incurred Administrative and Planning Consultant Fees which must he current before this project can proceed to the next scheduled committee meeting. Please sign and return this original(retaining a copy for your records)to the Community Development Department, United City of Yorkville, 800 Game Farm Road,Yorkville, Illinois 60560. signature of Petitioner PULTE HO? CORPORA N Date: RYA_ Its: ;c� rst:ofn hrWt By: Its: ice, �rrJit�.r.�- ss(es., Date- Mauch 26, 2009 i,egc 3 ar5 United City orYorkvillrAmend AnnrxbtionlPUD Application Rtviscd: 1 1.14 08 %so Reviewed By: Agenda Item Number J= 0 '"�- .0 Legal El ()B #- E esr. sae Finance =�— Engineer ❑ Tracking Number © y City Administrator El Consultant ❑ EDC 2009-07 ❑ Agenda Item Summary Memo Title: "Shop Yorkville" Campaign —Update Meeting and Date: EDC —May 4, 2009 Synopsis: Council Action Previously Taken: Date of Action: Action Taken: Item Number: Type of Vote Required: Council Action Requested: Submitted by: Glory Spies Community Relations Name Department Agenda Item Notes: C/p y J= o United City of Yorkville Memo 800 Game Farm Road EST, 1636 Yorkville, Illinois 60560 o f 1� � !�//, Telephone: 630-553-4350 F V/ W4 p Fax: 630-553-7575 Date: April 30, 2009 To: Economic Development Committee From: Glory Spies, Community Relations Officer CC: Mayor Valerie Burd Subject: "Shop Yorkville" Update Attached is a draft of the United City of Yorkville Web site that is aimed at educating our residents on the benefits of shopping, dining and purchasing services locally. The "Shop Yorkville- Web site is also a tool to aid in the marketing efforts of our local businesses by providing them with the opportunity to include their businesses on the site and the ability to download the official "Shop Yorkville" logo and informational flyer outlining the campaign. As the campaign grows I expect the Web site to grow and gain popularity with our business community. Listed below is a update on the protect and what still needs to be completed: • "Shop Yorkville" logo and informational flyer needs to be created. • The design of the Web site template has begun. • Information on sales tax revenue for several of the pages is still being researched. • Owner of Vignettes has agreed to take the lead of the campaign from a business perspective. Shop Yorkville timeline: • A draft of the Web site will be available for viewing during the June Economic Development meeting. • A logo will be created. • Based on comment from the meeting the Web site should be up and running by the July meeting or sooner. United City of Yorkville APPLY NOW REQUEST INFO OUR PARTNERS SEARCH P Sho Yorkville w 4 1 r rr yyLL , V'111). 5110 ,01-hville Sales Tax Benefits NN'bat You Can Do Foi- Businesses Our Parttters About Yorkville Our Community Shop Local Sign Up Your Business Participating Businesses Our Business Clusters Sales Tax Generators 10 Reasons to Shop Local Organizations FAQs YEDC Chamber of Commerce Downtown Merchants Croup For Business Owners Bids for Contracts Ordinance Events United City of Yorkville 1 800 Game Farm Road I Yorkville, IL 60560 1 630.553.4350 I www.yorkville.il.uslshop.yorkville Directions I Site Map I Directory I Privacy Policy United City of f Yorkville APPLY NOW REQUEST INFO OUR PARTNERS SEARCH Shop Yorkville HOME Why Shop Yorkville? About Yorkville • Sak's Tlax Belieflts Our Business Clusters • NVI)at )'oil (`till Do �'orhville offers a unique shopping exp et-ience. • For Iillslncsses Yorkville's distinct and convenient shopping centers boast small-town charm, which • Our 11,11-fliers snakes shopping a great experience in Yorkville. Our community features several unique centers including Kendall Marketplace, the historic downtown area, and shopping areas on both the north and south ends of town.You don't have to drive Far to find what you`re looking for, whether it's a new outfit, a cozy restaurant to have dinner with a friend, or a special gift for the holidays.Yorkville even offers services such as L salons, and acupuncture. Just take a look! r When you speild 111011ev in Yorkville. it is rehii ested in the coniniunite ill a 1111111ber (if I If you spend $100 at a national chain,Yorkville sees$43 of that. If you spend that same l ,��;,� -_- ' • $100 at a locally-owned business, $68 stays in our community! Locally-owned businesses create higher paying jobs, which means more of our taxes are reinvested in our own community, where they belong. Shopping Yorkville enhances our quality of life-your taxable purchases contribute to the general fund for city-provided services. including police, fire, parks, and more. United City of Yorkville 1 800 Game Farm Road York-Alle, IL 60560 630.553.4350 Nviviv.),orkville.il.us Directions I Site Map I Directory I Privacy Policy United City of Yorkville APPLY NOW REQUEST INFO OUR PARTNERS S1;ARCH Sbop Yorkville HOME > WItt Slwp 1'c31•l:►ills:' Sales Tax Benefits > What You Can Do Here's how sales taxes benefit our community: > For l3ushiesses Sales, property and real estate taxes are the largest contributor to the city's general > Oltt• Partners fund. These provide services for our mane beautiful parks. police and fire departments, community events, streets, and city maintenance. What are some examples of programs that benefit from sales tax`' _ •Pu171ie tialct� Police Officers and Services Citizens Police Academy Police Dare Program Weather Warning Siren Bike Patrol New World Live Scan Medication Disposal Program 141 Streets and Sewer Maintenance Street Sweeping Services _ Brush pick-up � . Hydrant Flushing J -)'arks and Recreation Parks Recreational Programs Special Events - + Ball field maintenance ell r )'ork,,ille Public I.ibrar% Books Children and Adult Programming Videos, CDs, Rentals United City of Yorkville 800 Game Farm Road I Yorkville, 1L 60560 1630.553.4350 1 vvii- •.yorkville.il,us Directions I Site Map I Directory I Privacy Policy y United_City of Yorkville APPLY NOW REQUEST INFO OUR PARTNERS SEARCH Shop Yorkville — — HOME > «'Izy Shop lrorkvillc'' Sales Tax Ceneraters > NN'hat You Can Do Our Largest Sales Tax Generators: > For Businesses The United City of Yorkville has a wide range of businesses, products and > Our Partners services. This unique diverse business base aids the City through economic downturns, but it is you and your purchases that generate sales tax revenue that - is critical to a healthy Yorkville economy. The following business categories contribute the major share of sales tax to our —" - community: Retail including department stores Food chains ►, Construction-wholesale purchases of building and remodeling materials �s Food purchased at restaurants • Transportation including gas and auto sales Business to business t, • Entertainment The following businesses contribute the major share of sales tax to our community: (Businesses listed here) I. 5 United Cite of Yorkville 1 800 Game Farm Road I Yorkville, IL 605601 630.553.4350 1 wwrv.yorkville.ilms Directions I Site Map I Directory I Privacy Policy United City of Yorkville APPLY NOW REQUEST INFO OUR PARTNERS SEARCH Shop Yorkville HOME_ > Wlty Sliulr Yorl:'kilEe'' Frequently Asked Questions > What You Call Do Q:Are sales tax revenues declining in Yorkville and why'? > For Businesses A: (To be determined) > Our I'.1rtuers Q: Will services suffer from less sales tax revenue, if so, what services? A: (To be determined) Q: Who decides where sales tax revenue is allocated? _ A: (To be determined) Q: I have a business in Yorkville and I do not generate sales tax. How can I = contribute? z A: (To be determined) Q: What businesses are expected to join our community in the future to help generate new sales tax revenues? A: (To be determined) United City of Yorkville APPLY NOW REQUEST INFO OUR PARTNERS SEARCH Shop Yorkville HOME >lVhy Shop Yorkville? What`that You Can Do > Sail(s `laX Benefits Try Something; Nc-*ti- > For Businesses It's comforting to know you and your family can enjoy Sunday brunch at your favorite Yorkville restaurant. But new businesses and services in Yorkville are > C1ur Partners opening all the time. So check our Web site for updates regularly, and don't be afraid to try something new. You might be surprised at all the great spots you've been missing! r Save time and monev - You don't have to leave Yorkville to do your shopping. Save time- and money- on travel by staying close to home. For groceries. there's Jeri el-Osco. a brand new Aldi foods, Super Target, Pride Pantry, and more. For clothing,there are all kinds of specialty shops including Maurice's and Dot's, and department stores including Kohl's. Dick's Sporting Goods offers plenty for all things sports-relates. If you're working on some summer projects, Home Depot or St. Joseph's Cabinetry can help you out. Or, if vou're looking for the perfect unique gift, Blue Orchid Studio offers a collections of modern home goods for everyone. I - Visiting our local shops is one thing but don't forget the many services that our Yorkville merchants have to offer. Whether you need your car serviced, your hair MIN •.- __ ► cut or your clothes dry cleaned don't forget we have businesses here in Yorkville _- - - who are ready to serve you! And, there are many home improvements businesses that can help you build your patio, resurface your driveway or construct a fence around your yard. The next time that you are faced with a purchasing decision, remember to Shop Yorkville, it's to your benefit! United Cite of Yorkville 800 Game Farm Road I York-Alle, IL 60560 1 630.553.4350 1�vNv%v.yorkvillc.il.us Directions I Site Map I Directory I Privacy Police United City of Yorkville APPLY NOW REQUEST INFO OUR PARTNERS SEARCH HOME What You Can Do > W']ry 51►ap Top Ten Reasons to Shop Local Yorkville? > Sales Tray; Benefits The Top Ten: > For Businesses Shopping locally just makes sense.There are many reasons for shopping in your hometown that can provide many benefits. Below we give you the top ten reason > Our Pnrtr►ers why you should shop Yorkville. 1. You can "Go Green." Shopping locally also means less packaging. less transportation and a smaller carbon footprint.You can save energy and money on gasoline and car maintenance. 2. Local retailers consist of our friends, neighbors and family businesses. Our support allows them to reinvest in our community. 3. Local businesses support other smaller businesses within the community. In general local businesses tend to support each other. 4. Independent businesses tend to be unique, friendly and community-oriented. More choice and more diversity creates a truly unique community. 5. Local businesses reinvest in the community through sponsorships of community organizations and events. " 6. Supporting our local businesses helps our economy w - 7. Trust.You can form a bond with a local business owner. - a 8. Shopping locally is convenient. 9. Shopping locally saves times. 10. Street, sewers. snow plowing are provided through the city's general fund.An increase in the general fund allows the City to increase and improve services. United City of Yorkville 800 Game Farm Road I Yorkville, IL 60560 1630.553.4350 1 wNviv.yorkville.i1.us Directions I Site Map I Directory I Privacy Policy United City of Yorkville APPLY NOW REQUEST INFO OUR PARTNERS SEARCH }�li� Yorkville HOME >1'1']ry Shop Yorks i11e? For Businesses > salcs'rax Beoefits Sign Up Your Business: > Wliai 'ou Can Do As a part of the Yorkville business community we are inviting you > Our Partners to join us in our campaign to support shopping locally for goods and services. You can sign up your business by clicking here.At no cost, your business will be listed on the United City of Yorkville Web site. And. we're asking you to include our"Shop Yorkville link on your Web site. We're also providing you with a downloadable logo that you -y can use in your shop, on your storefront window and on your very own promotional materials. A flyer explaining the program is also available t; here for marketing the Shop Yorkville campaign. Organisations: YorhvillCs Fleorlonlic Developiueiit Corporntion Yorkville Area Cliarttfter of Corulucrec Do%volmiri Merchants Group For Business Owners: Dowtdwid 'Shop Yorkville' 1.o()o and Flyer Bids for Contract Ordinance Events: Ri vervie,%v ]Market and (lean-up Day Saturday, May 2, 9 a.m.-3p.m., Downtown Yorkville Chamber of('ommerce Halloween NA'alk Saturday, Oct. 31, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.,Yorkville Holiday I hider the Stars AL "Friday, Nov. 20, 5 p.rn.-9 p.m., Downtown Yorkville United Cite of Yorkville 1 800 Game Farm Road I Yorkville, IL 60560 1630.553.4350 1 ww-myorkville.il.us Directions I Site Map I Directory I Privacy Policy United_Citvof Yorkville APPLY NOW REQUEST INFO OUR PARTNERS SEARCH Shop Yorkville HOME • 1Vhy Sliull Yorkville? Our Partners • Sales Ta N, Benefits The following businesses are proudly promoting the • What You C;111 Do `Shop Yorkville' campaign in their hometown. When shopping look for our Shop Yorkville logo in the storefront windows of participating businesses. • For Businesses a I i _. F6 r 4 United City of Yorkville 800 Game Farm Road Yorkville, IL 60560 1 630.553.4350 f www.yorkville.il.us Directions I Site Map I Directory I Privacy Policy X14. D CITY Reviewed By: Agenda Item Number a� �.1+ Legal ❑ Finance F-1 EST. � 183 Engineer ❑ ~-� �- Tracking Number 0 JIM- 18, y City Administrator El �D Consultant ❑ CLE tiy�� ❑ Agenda Item Summary Memo Title: Integrated Transportation Plan-Project Update Meeting and Date: EDC /May 4, 2009 Synopsis: Report of ongoing activities related to the Integrated Transportation Plan project Council Action Previously Taken: Date of Action: n/a Action Taken: Item Number: Type of Vote Required: none Council Action Requested: No action Submitted by: Travis Miller Community Development Name Department Agenda Item Notes: _ � pf Thursday, May 14 from 4:00 - 7:00 pm Presentation at 5:30 pm Yorkville Parks and Recreation Office 201 W. Hydraulic Street Yorkville, IL 60560 Voice your opinion about Yorkville's Pedestrian Environment! The meeting is open to all who are interested in learning more about Yorkville's Integrated Transportation Plan,which will provide the framework A DRAFT plan will be ' for making Yorkville a more bike and pedestrian friendly community. available for review! Gather information on the two Contents include - primary objectives of the project: Network Trail - A shared-use trail plan developing an extensive trail Design Stan « • for system for the City Downtown _ A downtown streetscape plan -pavement,iighting�signage,etc. developing a pedestrian friendly environment in Downtown Yorkville neighborhood?Your input is needed! -Are there missing trail links in your e - -What is your vision for Downtown Yorkville? 1 1 Comments or Concerns? - Contact: Stephanie Boettcher 630.553.8549 s bo ettch er@yor kvi I IeJLus For more information visit the City's Web Site at www.yorkville.iLus o I ` N" -E C N T I I r K. P Connecting the Community I5fUE2,SPi[IN6 2009 What is the status ofYorkville's integrated Transportation Plan? was a good turnout,and after a brief presenta- tion,the attendees divided into groups and completed a survey,discussed aspects of the - plan and provided input on the ITP. Additionally, each group illustrated their ideas on maps and ��r.' °Fa •. created a conceptual trail master plan identify- t �y ing desired trail locations and connections. The A%ARA:H 5, 1009; group also provided input on prioritization of TASK FORCE MEE rING#3 the implementation of the trail system. Priorities included: APRIL 30, 2009. • Focus on completing unconnected local TASK FORCE MEETING#4 trails(fill in the gaps where trails do not 4.30PM The United City of Yorkville is pleased to provide currently connect) a status of the Integrated Transportation Plan • Make connections to important regional TASK FORCE MEETINGS WILL (ITP)including the Shared-Use Trail Plan and trails(i.e.Fox River Trail ranked the highest BE HELD LIBR LIBRARY Downtown Streetsca a Plan. The project is well g YORKVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY P P j and the second highest rated was the Virgil 902 CAME FARM ROAD underway and many exciting things are happen- Gilman Trail) YORKVILLE,ILLINOIS ing. Several meetings have occurred,survey • Add more local trails-create links between 60560 630.553.4354 results are coming in and exhibits are being residential neighborhoods,schools and parks drafted at this time. Provided in this newsletter is . Provide safe walkways and trails for children MAY 14, 2 00 9: an update on the overall project and future to walk or bike to schools PUBLIC WORKSHOP#2 meeting dates are provided so you can be OPEN HOUSE,4PM-7PM; PRESENTATION Ca 5.3OPM involved in the process. Additionally,attendees were provided with a list of potential trail corridors and were asked to PARK& RECR£!1'17IO 1 What is the status of the Shared-Use Trail priortize(from most desired to least desired) 6UI-MErF Master Plan? corridors to travel b bicycle, Below are the �O 1 , I"�YDRA�IL1�3rR��r Y Y YORKVILLE. ILLIN015 Goals and Objectives are complete... results of their input: 60560 One of the first steps in this process was to Priority# 1 -Route 34 630'y 5 3,1582 establish goals and objectives. This task has been Priority#2-Route 47 completed with input from the public,ITP Task Priority#3-Fox River Corridor Force Committee and City Staff and leaders. Some of the goals*that have been established *Other road corridors that ranked highly at this public F I L L OUT A SU rRVIEY are: meeting and from the online survey are Cannonball Trail, REGARDIN-C. Provide local and regional trail connectivity Fox Road,River Road,Van Emmon and Kennedy Road.A • Protect the Fox River and other natural complete listing of the questions and results may be features viewed at: Explore and pursue funding options for trails httpYlwww.yorkville.il us/lntegratedTransportationPlan.php • PLEA$F 0-1FQCT C0MMEr4T • Ensure safety and security on local trails Shared Use Trail Master Plan is being drafted... OR CONCERNS *Note. The complete list ofgoals and objectives can be After receiving input from area citizens,Task S'r£FHANiE BOETTCHER located on the City's website: UNFTEa CFrY 0 YORKVILLE httpil/www.yorkvil le,il.us/l ntegratedTransportationPlan.php Force Committee members,City leaders and staff, 800 CAmF rAWA REAP the project team began the process of drafting YofifcviLL3., ILLINUIS ISO.564 T_630.553.43 so First Public Workshop held December 4,2008... the master plan. The draft plan will be available f.a 30•S S 3.7 s 7 S In addition to goals and objectives being com- at the second public workshop on May 14th,and WWW,YORK'!VILLE_LL_US pleted,the first public workshop was held. There will be posted the city's website after that date. Continuedon rersew •i �lr+r, What is the status of the Downtown Streetscape Plan? Ir I Goals and Objectives are complete... #a I `- _- -- e_ _ _ ' $pRING V ; The Downtown Streetscape Plan which includes a Pedes- r� CORRIDOR trian System Analysis and Design Standards for Streetscape Elements is well underway. Some of the goals*that have � 4- u or._ �- been established are: __ • Improving pedestrian and bicycle accessibility and „ _ MA RVER i n in h r W circulation the core downtown as well as providing connections to to the greater study area • Providing guidelines for an overall theme and charac- y, mss' �.=rte -- ----_ r � ter to help steer future Streetscape development , improvements • Creating design standards for Streetscape elements such as signage,lighting,benches,bike racks,planter _-1. `l ; ' r ..__ 1� ~ boxes and sidewalk paving - *Note: The complete list of goals and objectives can be located on the City's website: �� �� °`; �-- ""t"ei '" � wvwm httpJ/wwwyorkvil le.iLus/lntegratedTiansportationPlan.php i PLANNING IN THE CORE DOWNTOWN AREA INCLUDES EXAMINING FUTURE _ RIVER TRAIL BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN CORRIDORS AND POTENTIAL FOX `* e CROSSINGS -_ Can 1 still get involved in the ITP? ` As a resident of the Yorkville area you are invited to partici- pate in the development of the ITP and provide valuable i, input.The United City of Yorkville continues to offer the opportunity for residents to voice opinions and offer feedback via the online survey on its website: http://www.yorkville.il.us/trailsurvey.php Y Plan to attend the two additional Task Force Meetings in a March and the Public Workshop being held in May.The - Public Workshop is a great opportunity to review and THE PEDESTRIAN ENVIRONMENT ISAKEY FOCUS OF THE DOWNTOWN provide input into the exhibits and draft report. Details on STREETSCAPE PLAN the times and locations of these events is shown on the Downtown Streetscape Plan exhibits are being drafted.., front of this newsletter under Important Dates. Exhibits and information are being created for the Down town Streetscape Plan and will be available for review at When will the ITP study be complete? the next Public Workshop on May 14th. Below is a summary The ITP study is on schedule and a final report will be of the information that will be presented: complete by June of 2009. The final step in the • Theme and character study-to select a desired style process will be the Economic Development or"look"of the downtown in order to set the stage for Committee to recommend approval of the ITP to the future development. City Council. It is anticipated to be on the City Council . Visual Preference Survey Results agenda in July of 2009. • Pedestrian System Analysis-The project team is producing a map to demonstrate current and future pedestrian circulation in the downtown area. Associ- YOUR OPINION* * COUNTS! ated street cross sections will help to define how development and streetscapes should occur in the future. ISSUE 3,SPRING 2009 X14. D CITY Reviewed By: Agenda Item Number a� �.1+ Legal ❑ Finance F-1 EST. � 183 Engineer ❑ ~-� �- Tracking Number 0 JIM- 18, y City Administrator El �D Consultant ❑ CLE tiy�� ❑ Agenda Item Summary Memo Title: Zoning Ordinance Update- Status Report Meeting and Date: EDC /May 4, 2009 Synopsis: Report of ongoing activities related to the Zoning Ordinance update Council Action Previously Taken: Date of Action: n/a Action Taken: Item Number: Type of Vote Required: none Council Action Requested: No action Submitted by: Travis Miller Community Development Name Department Agenda Item Notes: - find attached: 1) Updated Timeline United Cit of Yorkville Zoning Ordinance e� date — Process Timeline TASK 2009 2010 MAR. APR. MAY JUNE JULY AUG. SEPT. OCT. NOV. DEC. I JAN. FEB. MAR. APR. MAY Zoning Commission Kick-Off meeting i Phase I—ASSESSMENT i • Zoning Commission Review and Input on Assessment i • Zoning Commission meeting #2 April 29, 2009 i i i i Phase II—DOCUMENT CONTENT AND FORMAT i • Identify any new Zoning Districts necessary to create I �� • Identify the regulatory chapters/sections of the document • Determine the style(s) of the document I I I I • Steering Committee Review and Input on Content & Format • Steering Committee meeting#3 May 27, 2009 I I Note: Public eview Meeting/Presentations ill be schedule during this peri d to obtain publ c input I Phase III—DOCUMENT DRAFTING i • Preparation of Draft Administrative Sections of Document i • Commission Review and Input on Draft-Part 1 i • Commission meeting #4 June 24, 2009 • Preparation of Draft Districts (Uses, Special Uses) • Commission Review and Input on Draft-Part 2 i • Commission meeting #5 July 22, 2009 1 • Preparation of Draft Regulatory Sections (Parking, PUDs) I i • Commission Review and Input on Draft-Part 3 i • Commission meeting #6 August 26, 2009 I 41001 i • Preparation of complete final draft i • Commission Review and Input on Final Draft i • Commission meeting #7 September 23, 2009 i • Commission Review i • Commission meeting #8 October 28, 2009 i i Phase IV—ADOPTION i • Public Hearing i • Economic Dev. Committee Review and Recommendation i • City Council Review and Final Consideration i i i April 27,2009