FACADE Committee Minutes 2002 10-30-02Page 1 of 2
UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE APPMEEDFACADECOMMITTEEMEETING
WEDNESDAY,OCTOBER 30,2002
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7:00 P.M.
In attendance:
Richard Scheffrahn Johanna Byram John Cordogan
Alderwoman Valerie Burd Bill Dettmer
MINUTES FOR APPROVAL
Mr. Cordogan made a motion to approve the minutes from the July 24, 2002 and August 28, 2002
meetings as presented; seconded by Ms. Byram. The motion was approved by a viva voce vote.
EXPAND PROGRAM TERRITORY
Chairman Scheffrahn stated that the expansion of the program and its territory was discussed at
the last meeting. He reiterated that the program was a successful pilot project for the downtown
area but now the City would like to remove the pilot status and make it an ongoing program and
expand the territory.
Alderwoman Burd added that the Committee discussed prioritizing areas in the City into three
sections;the downtown area(top priority), areas along Routes 34 and 47 (second priority)and the
third area would be the rest of the community. She also pointed out that only buildings built prior
to 1940 would be eligible. Another criterion for the program would be that the buildings would
be maintained in the character of the period of when they were built.
The Committee discussed a new proposed ordinance which would address the architectural
appearance of new construction. Mr. Dettmer explained that he was asked to put together a report
regarding the architectural standards for new construction(see attached draft). He explained that
the new ordinance would give guidelines as to the exterior of a building. If someone wanted to
deviate from the ordinance,the Façade Committee would hear the appeal for a variance. Mr.
Dettmer explained that he only took building facades into consideration when he wrote his draft
and he felt that the Façade Committee would be the best committee to review variations. He
noted that if the Committee decided against a variation, the party requesting it would have the
ability to appeal the decision to the City Council. He explained that the intent of the draft is to
require a higher standard of architecture for commercial and industrial buildings and does not
apply to residences.
Alderwoman Burd stated that she wanted to get an ordinance in place rather quickly since there
are developers wanting to build prefabricated metal buildings along the major thoroughfares of
Yorkville. She stated that once something is in place, it can be refined and/or expanded. Mr.
Dettmer explained that this ordinance will tie into the building permits
Mr. Cordogan asked if the zoning ordinance would require developers to build in a masonry
material. Mr.Dettmer explained that the zoning ordinance applies to things such as setbacks,
height, etc. This new ordinance would indicate that the City has decided that it wants more
aesthetically pleasing buildings. Mr. Cordogan commented that the concept was good and Mr.
Scheffrahn agreed.
Alderwoman Burd asked the Committee if they were willing to work as the review board for this
ordinance and the consensus of the members present was that they would be.
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The Committee discussed the application of the ordinance to existing buildings and renovation to
existing buildings. They discussed a business district ordinance that could be applied to homes
that are being rezoned for business. Ms.Byram suggested that if the homes being rezoned
predated 1940 the standard to restore the structure to its original could be applied.
The Committee further discussed the architectural overlay and Mr.Dettmer explained that the
overlay was a total different concept than an appearance code. Architectural overlays cover
landscaping,signs,landscape buffers,paving,etc. and some of these items are already included in
existing Yorkville ordinances. An overlay would address existing buildings.
Mr. Scheffrahn asked about the item in Mr.Dettmer's draft regarding maintenance for good
appearance. He asked if this was going to be included in the ordinance or if it should be included
in the landscape ordinance. Mr. Dettmer stated that this could be included in the architectural
ordinance. He used the overlay as an example for some ideas and this was addressed in it. He
included it to show different ideas for the ordinance. Mr. Scheffrahn had concerns with enforcing
this aspect of the ordinance.
Mr. Scheffrahn asked Mr.Dettmer to send the other members of the Committee the packet
information with a note to review the information and contact him with any feedback. He
complimented Mr.Dettmer's efforts. Chairman Scheffrahn suggested the members of the
Committee read Mr.Dettmer's draft,the architectural overlay information and the example
ordinance from Hawthorne Woods,which was included in their meeting packets and direct any
questions or concerns to Mr.Dettmer.
In regards to expanding the territory of the program,Mr.Dettmer suggested getting maps for the
Committee to review. Alderwoman Burd also suggested color coded maps be attached to the new
Façade Program Resolution. Mr. Scheffrahn asked if street names covered by the program should
be listed and Mr. Dettmer said that was possible. Alderwoman Burd stated that she would try to
get a draft ordinance to together for the next meeting.
The Committee clarified what the main corridors of Yorkville were. They discussed the corridors
being Routes 47, 126 and 71,Van Emmon Road and Fox Street. The Façade program covers the
older portion of the City. The new architectural ordinance would cover the new construction
areas such as along Route 34.
ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
New Committee Member
The Committee discussed obtaining a new member to the Committee. Both Mr. Scheffrahn and
Ms. Byram noted that they are members of historical societies and this relieves the need for a new
member to fill this criterion.
Next Meeting
The Committee scheduled their next meeting for January 29,2002. They discussed that if the
need for a meeting arose before then they could call a special meeting.
There was no further discussion and Mr. Cordogan made a motion to adjourn the meeting;
seconded by Ms.Byram. The motion was approved by a viva voce vote and the meeting was
adjourned at 8:00 P.M.
Minutes submitted by Jackie Milschewski, City Clerk
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OBJECTIVES
The fostering of:
a.Greater interest in the development and redevelopment of business and
industrial areas with an emphasis on appearance as it relates to each
specific project, its surroundings and the community, by giving
encouragement, guidance and direction.
b.Better maintenance of properties through encouragement of
preservation, upkeep,protection and care.
c.Greater public interest and enthusiasm in overall community beauty,
appearance cleanliness and order.
II. CRITERIA FOR APPEARANCE
A. Relationship of Buildings to Site
1.The site shall be planned to accomplish a desirable transition with the
streetscape, and to provide for adequate planting, pedestrian movement,
and parking areas.
2.Site planning in which setbacks and yards are in excess of restriction is
encouraged to provide an interesting relationship between buildings.
3.Parking areas shall be treated with decorative elements, building wall
extensions, plantings, berms or other innovative means so as to largely
screen parking areas from view from public ways.
4.The height and scale of each building shall be compatible with its site
and adjoining buildings.
5.Newly installed utility services, and service revisions necessitated by
exterior alterations,shall be underground.
6.The architectural character of the building shall be in keeping with the
topographical dictates of the site.
7.In relating buildings to site, the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance in
regard to bulk regulations, standards, and off-street parking shall be part
of this criteria. This shall also apply to sub-section B which follows.
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B. Relationship of Site to Adjoining Area
1.Adjacent buildings of different architectural styles shall be made
compatible by such means as screens, site breaks, and materials. In
addition to architectural treatments, adjacent homes may not have the
same base color.
2.Attractive landscape transition to adjoining properties shall be provided.
3.Harmony in texture, lines and masses is required. Monotony shall be
avoided.
4.Buildings shall have similar scale to those in the surrounding area.
C. Landscape and Site Treatment
Landscape elements included in these criteria consist of all forms of planting and
vegetation, ground forms, rock groupings, water patterns, and all visible construction
except buildings and utilitarian structures.
1.Where natural or existing topographic patterns contribute to beauty and
utility of a development, they shall be preserved and developed.
Modification to topography will be permitted where it contributes to
good appearance.
2.Grades of walks, parking spaces, terraces and other paved areas shall
provide an inviting and stable appearance for walking and, if seating is
provided,for sitting.
3.Landscape treatment shall be provided to enhance architectural features,
strengthen vistas and important axes, and provide shade. Spectacular
effects shall be reserved for special locations only.
4.Unity of design shall be achieved by repetition of certain plant varieties
and other materials,and by correlation with adjacent developments.
5.Plant material shall be selected for interest in its structure, texture, and
color and for its ultimate growth. Plants that are indigenous to the area
and others that will be hardy, harmonious to the design and of good
appearance shall be used.
6.In locations where plants will be susceptible to injury by pedestrian or
motor traffic, they shall be protected by appropriate curbs, trees guards
or other devices.
7.Parking areas and traffic ways shall be enhanced with landscaped spaces
containing trees or tree groupings. Shrubs shall be used only where they
will not obscure vision and will not require excessive maintenance.
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8.Where building sites limit planting,the placement of trees in parkways or
paved areas is encouraged.
9.Shade trees in parking areas or areas of extensive hard surfacing should
be given special drainage considerations. They could be tiled, have curbs
put around them and have the soil mounded up in the curbed areas.
10. Screening of service yards, and other places which tend to be unsightly,
shall be accomplished by use of walls,fencing, planting,or combinations
of these. Screening shall be equally effective in winter and summer.
11. In areas where general planting will not prosper, other materials such as
fences, walls, and pavings of wood, brick, stone, gravel and cobbles shall
be used. Carefully selected plants shall be combined with such materials
where possible.
12. Exterior lighting, when used, shall enhance the building design and the
adjoining landscape. Lighting standarus and fixtures snail be of a design
and size compatible with the building and adjacent areas. Lighting shall
be restrained in design and excessive brightness and brilliant colors
avoided.
13. The provisions of the Ordinance in regard to bulk regulations, standards
and off-street parking; relating to trees and shrubs; all other Ordinances,
or portions of Ordinances, which directly affect appearance, shall be a
part of the criteria of this sub-section.
D. Building Design
1.Commercial, Office and Institutional Uses
1.1 Guidelines
1.1.1 Brick or other masonry materials are required on all sides of the building.
1.1.2 Creative layout and design of the buildings within the commercial, office
or institutional development is encouraged. Four-sided buildings and the
utilization of a campus-style layout are encouraged. Creative layout and
design will help to decrease the overall mass of the development, to
prevent monotony, and to improve the aesthetic quality of the
development.
1.1.3 To improve the future re-use and adaptability of commercial, office and
institutional structures, buildings should not be designed in a manner that
idei,tfies a particular user.
1.1.4 Outlots should reflect the style, materials, and/or design elements of the
main building. In cases where the main building does not meet the design
guidelines and standards (i.e., in terms of visual design materials and
layout of the building), new outlot development proposals will be
reviewed using the guidelines and standards contained in this document.
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1.1.5 Pedestrian scale features/amenities, such as solid-colored awnings,
covered walkways, windows, street furniture, bicycle rack facilities and
clearly defined entranceways are encouraged.
1.1.6 Common open space and outdoor seating areas are encouraged within
commercial, office and institutional developments.
1.1.7 The location of parking lots in a manner that is logical, safe and pedestrian
friendly is encouraged. In this respect, the location of parking lots in the
rear or side of a building is encouraged.
1.1.8 The location of drive-through facilities, including drive-through lanes,
bypass lanes, and service windows, adjacent to a public right-of-way are
not desirable and are discouraged.
1.2 Standards
1.2.1 All commercial, office and institutional buildings shall consist of solid and
durable facades and be compatible with the character and scale of the
surrounding area.
1.2.2 Masonry facades shall not be painted.
1.2.3 Construction material shall not be utilized on more than ten percent (10%)
of the façade of a commercial, office or institutional building and must be
located a minimum of 8 feet above the established grade.
1.2.4 Commercial, office and institutional buildings with facades greater than 75
feet in length shall incorporate recesses, projections, windows or other
ornamental/architectural features along at least thirty percent (30%) of the
length of the façade abutting a public street in an effort to break up the
mass of the structure.
1.2.5 Trash enclosures shall be located in areas that are easily accessible by
service vehicles but minimally exposed to the public street. Screening
these enclosure with a material that is compatible with the commercial,
office or institutional structure is encouraged.
1.2.6 Rooftop mechanicals shall be screened and enclosed in a manner that
masks the equipment from view from all sides and is of the same character
and design as the structure. Architectural features such as parapet walls
and varying rooflines are encouraged. Ground level mechanicals shall be
screened by landscaping and/or fencing,as appropriate.
2.1 Industrial Guidelines
2.1.1 Brick or masonry materials are required on all sides of the
industrial structure. Where pre-cast concrete panels or split-face
block is utilized, the use of colors, patterns, or other architectural
features within these panels/blocks is encouraged.
2.1.2 Building entryways should be clearly defined and visible from the
elements such as an awning or canopy. Building components, such
as windows, doors, eaves and parapets should be in proportion to
one another.
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2.1.3 The location of parking lots in a manner that is logical, safe, and
pedestrian friendly is encouraged. In this respect, the location of
parking lots in the rear or side of a building is encouraged.
2.1.4 Loading bays should not be located in the front of an industrial
structure or in the area abutting a public right-of-way.
2.2. Standards
2.2.1 Industrial buildings shall consist of solid and durable facades and
be compatible with the character and scale of the surrounding area.
E. Signs
Wall signs shall be part of the architectural concept. Size, color, lettering,
location and arrangement shall be harmonious with the building design,
and shall be compatible with signs on adjoining buildings. Signs shall
have good proportions.
III. MAINTENANCE FOR GOOD APPEARANCE
A.Site
1.Landscape materials, other than plants, which have deteriorated or have been
damaged or defaced, should be properly repaired or replaced.
2.Plant materials which have deteriorated or died shall be replaced with healthy
plantings, or the area should be redesigned with other treatment to provide an
attractive appearance.
3.Plantings should be kept watered, fed, cultivated, and pruned as required to give a
healthy and well groomed appearance during all seasons.
4.Parking areas should be kept in good repair, properly marked and clear of litter and
debris.
5.Vacant property shall be kept free of refuse and debris, and shall have the vegetation
cut periodically during the growing season.
IV. MODIFICATIONS OR APPEALS
Any request for modifications or appeals to this Ordinance shall be in writing to the Code
Official. The Code Official shall direct this request to the Façade Committee, which will make a
recommendation to the City Council for consideration.
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EXHIBIT "B"
CHAPTER 9A
AO —ARCHITECTURAL OVERLAY DISTRICT
9-9A-1: PURPOSE OF DISTRICT: The purpose of the AO-Architectural
Overlay District ("Overlay District") is:
A. To achieve sound and harmonious design of new buildings and sites developed in
the Overlay District.
B. To establish standards for new construction and development in the Overlay
District with respect to, but not limited to, buildings, streets, sidewalks,
streetscapes and landscapes.
C. To provide for an attractive working and shopping environment in the Overlay
District through sound land use planning and design standards that is in keeping
with the residential and rural character existing in the Village.
D. To ensure harmonious relationships between uses, structures, architecture and any
and all other site improvements in the Overlay District through continuity of
design.
E. To provide for a high standard of architectural design in the Overlay District
which compliments the high standard of architectural design throughout the
Village.
F. To provide appropriate buffering and transition among varying uses.
9-9A-2: REGULATIONS ARE IN ADDITION TO UNDERLYING ZONING
DISTRICT REGULATIONS: The regulations imposed by this Chapter are in addition
to, and not in lieu of, the regulations imposed by any other zoning district classification.
Property zoned in the Overlay District shall retain its underlying zoning district
classification. In the event of any conflict between any provision of this Chapter and any
provision of any other zoning district classification, the provision determined by the
Village to be the most restrictive shall control.
9-9A-3: PICTORIAL EXHIBITS: To assist in the interpretation of the
regulations imposed by this Chapter, there are included certain pictorial exhibits (Figures
1-13). In the event of any conflict between any regulatory language in this Chapter and
any pictorial exhibit, the regulatory language shall control.
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9-9A-4: EXEMPTIONS FROM REGULATIONS: Notwithstanding any
provisions contained in this Chapter to the contrary, the regulations imposed by this
Chapter shall not be applicable to any agricultural use in the AG Agricultural District or
any single-family detached dwelling use in the R-1 One-Family Residence District. The
regulations imposed by this Chapter shall be applicable to all other uses and zoning
district classifications within the Overlay District.
9-9A-5: ARCHITECTURAL/SITE STANDARDS:
A. Unified Design: All development shall be of a unified design concept. The
unified design concept shall be of a residential character consistent with the
residential character of the Village (see Figure 1). Development shall transition
from, respect and compliment the nature and character of adjacent parcels and
uses.
B. Harmonious Composition: A homogenous sense of place shall be created while
each use is afforded the ability to create its own identity consistent with this
Chapter. Harmonious composition of several similar or complementary forms is
encouraged.
C. Bulk Requirements: All setback and other bulk requirements shall be as set forth
in the underlying zoning district of any property, except as otherwise provided in
this Chapter.
D. Building Location: Buildings, rather than parking, shall be located adjacent to
streets. On corner lots buildings shall be located adjacent to the intersection of
streets (see Figure 2).
E. Building Orientation: The front elevations of buildings shall face streets, rather
than side or rear elevations. Interior access roads may be used to accomplish this
requirement.
F.Building Height: The maximum height of a building shall not exceed 35 feet or
two stories, whichever is less, as measured from the top of the foundation at the
front entrance to the mean point of the roof(see Figure 3). In the event a building
or structure is adjacent to 2 or more roadways, the reference point for determining
the height shall be taken from the side of the building or structure closest to the
lowest roadway. Chimneys and rooftop architectural appurtenances such as
steeples, spires, turrets, cupolas, etc. may extend 10 feet above the highest point
of the roof.
G. Building Facades/Size: No plane on a facade of a building shall exceed 40 feet in
width. Offsets from one plane to the other shall not be less than 10 percent of the
width of the plane nearest the corresponding property line (see Figure 4). The
maximum floor area of any building shall be 30,000 square feet, exclusive of the
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basement. Groups of smaller detached structures are preferred to larger
structures.
H. Building Colors: Building colors shall reflect natural earth tones or muted colors.
Bright colors may only be used as minor accents.
I.Building Vocabulary: The prevailing building vocabulary in the Village is
residential dominated by single-family, pitched-roof buildings. New buildings
shall draw upon these design features (see Figure 5).
J.Main Entry: The front/main entry of a building shall face the primary street or
parking lot, with secondary entries to the side or rear. The design of the main
entry shall be articulated to reflect a sense of prominence (see Figure 6).
K. Elevations: All elevations of any structure shall be treated with equal importance
in desig,`incorporating design-elements and features, and in utilizing building
materials.
L. Attached Residential Dwellings: Attached residential dwellings such as
townhomes, villas, coachhomes and the like shall not contain more than 2
dwelling units per building or structure.
M. Porches: Open porches, covered walkways and canopy projections shall be not
less than 6 feet in depth. A minimum of 8 feet of clear space shall be provided
from the sidewalk elevation to the lowest point of a canopy or covered porch or
walkway.
N. Additional Entry: A visible entry from the rear and/or side parking area shall be
provided, said door openings to be in compliance with the Village Code.
O. Windows/Doors: Windows and doors shall be provided in accordance with the
following:
1. Windows shall be located on all elevations, in appropriate quantities given the
size and scale of the elevation, and shall be properly spaced and proportioned.
2. Window and door type, size, and detailing shall be residential in character and
kept consistent around the building. Window wall construction or utilization of
large windows in commercial applications that span from floor to ceiling are
unacceptable.
3. Windows shall be proportioned vertically.
4. Display windows may be projected as bay windows.
5. The maximum width of an undivided pane of glass shall not exceed 3 feet.
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6. The maximum area devoted to glass on a single facade shall not exceed 35
percent.
7. The window sill at the base of the facade shall be a minimum of 18 inches
above the finished floor elevation.
8. The maximum projection of a bay window shall be 2 feet.
9. Windows and doors shall display the correct use of divided lights.
10. Metal, vinyl, and plastic doors and window frames, sashes, and muntins are
prohibited. Clad windows are acceptable. Window frames, sashes, and muntins
shall be constructed of wood or cladded wood.
11. Reflective or tinted glass is prohibited. Windows and doors shall be glazed in
clear non-reflecting glass with a maximum daylight reduction value of 20 percent.
12. The use of traditional shutters, lintels, projecting sills or surrounds is
encouraged to articulate window openings.
P. Roofs:
1. The pitch of the main roof shall not be less than 10:12. A 12:12 pitch is
preferred. Accent roofs with less pitch may be acceptable upon approval of the
Village.
2. Roof forms shall be well organized and demonstrate the same character on all
sides of the building. Roof styles shall be gabled, hipped, or a combination of the
two. Other roof styles may be acceptable upon approval of the Village.
3. Cedar shakes, asphalt shakes, architectural asphalt shingles, slate, or concrete
simulated slate shall be used for roofing material. Other similar materials may be
acceptable upon approval of the Village.
4. Roof top mechanical equipment is discouraged but, if used, said equipment
shall be fully screened from public view in the manner approved by the Village.
Q. Building Materials: The primary building material shall be brick or stone. Brick
or stone shall be used on at least 80 percent of each and every side of a building.
Accent materials may include wood, stucco, metal, EIFS, copper flashing or
similar materials. Accent materials shall be used on not more than 20 percent of
any side of a building.
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All wood-clad areas shall be painted, stained or otherwise protected against the
effects of weather.
R. Chimneys: Chimneys are encouraged. Chimneys shall be encased with an
enclosure of masonry or stone and may be supported by a foundation at grade
when located on an exterior wall. Masonry detail is encouraged where chimneys
are exposed to public view.
S. Franchise Design: Franchise or chain stones shall be required to design any
building in accordance with the standards of the Overlay District. Franchise
architecture that is trademarked or identified with a particular chain or
corporation, is generic in nature, or is designed to function as a sign is prohibited.
T. Accessory Structures: All attached and detached accessory buildings and
structures shall conform to the standards of the Overlay District.
Canopies over drive-in or drive-through facilities, or over gasoline service station
pumping islands shall be attached to, extend from, and be an integral part of the
roof structure of the principal building and shall conform to these guidelines in all
respects, including roof pitch and materials.
9-9A-6: STREETSCAPE/LANDSCAPE ELEMENTS:
A. Parking:
1. On-street parking will only be considered on minor interior streets. If on-street
parking is permitted, parking stalls shall be located within recessed bays apart
from driving lanes (see Figure 7).
On-street parking shall not be permitted on Midlothian, Fairfield, Old McHenry,
Gilmer, Krueger, Milton and Schwerman Roads.
2. Off-street parking facilities shall be developed in accordance with the Off-
Street Parking Requirements of the Zoning Ordinance. Off-street parking shall be
located to the side or rear of buildings whenever possible. When parking must be
located adjacent to the street, a landscaped buffer shall be provided (see Figure 8).
The interior of parking lots shall be landscaped with shrubs, ornamental trees, and
high-branching deciduous trees throughout to provide shade and soften their
appearance. Not less than 10 percent of the parking lot shall be devoted to
pervious landscaped area.
Not less than 1 landscaped island shall be provided every 10 parking spaces, or
fraction thereof, within a parking lot, located and spaced throughout the entire
parking lot.
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B. Pedestrian and Bicycle Access:
1. Convenient pedestrian and bicycle access shall be provided to the site and to
adjacent properties within the Overlay District. Within the B1 District sidewalks
shall be required on both sides of the interior streets and between buildings and
parking (see Figure 9).
2. Pedestrian crosswalks that promote safety and convenience are required.
Bicycle racks shall be provided in safe, visible, convenient and landscaped
locations.
3. Site plans shall incorporate bicycle and pedestrian paths to provide access to
and from adjacent sites and other areas of the Village.
C. Pavement Width: Streets shall be designed in accordance with the Village
Subdivision Control Ordinance: Roadway widths shall be kept to a junctional
minimum to provide a comfortable scale for pedestrians.
D. Paving:
1. Asphalt or concrete shall be used in all publicly dedicated vehicular use areas.
Pavers may be used on privately owned and maintained vehicular use areas.
2. Concrete, stone, or granite pavers, or stamped asphalt or stamped concrete
shall be used at all pedestrian crosswalks.
3. Sidewalks and paths shall be paved with concrete pavers, cobble stones,
granite pavers, or other aggregate material to improve the visual character of an
area.
4. Pedestrian crossing areas shall be delineated by materials or textures that differ
from the driving surface (see Figure 10).
E. Lighting:
1. Appropriately-lit streets, parking areas, and open spaces are required to
provide pedestrian and vehicular safety.
2. Street lighting along collector roads is prohibited unless otherwise approved by
the Village.
3. Cutoff fixtures shall be located below the mature height of trees within parking
lot islands to prevent ambient glow.
4. Pedestrian-scale lighting shall be located along the walkways and adjacent to
store entrances.
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5. Lighting fixtures on buildings shall be compatible with the architecture of the
buildings. Lighting fixtures attached to buildings shall be screened by the
building's architectural features to eliminate glare to adjacent properties. Light
may be cast upon the building for architectural effect.
6. Freestanding exterior lighting fixtures within the Overlay District shall be
acorn" type lamps on cast iron poles and bases (see Figure 11). Exterior lighting
standards shall not exceed 12 feet in height.
7. Lighting shall be constructed in accordance with the Exterior Lighting
Restrictions in the zoning district in which they are located. Notwithstanding the
foregoing, all lighting shall respect surrounding residential uses and shall be
constructed to retain the rural character of the community.
F. Landscaping and Buffering: ,
1. Best efforts shall be utilized to avoid destroying or damaging significant trees,
natural buffers and existing quality landscape features when designing, locating,
and/or grading for building improvements.
2. Shade trees shall be planted within landscape parkways and all perimeter
yards. Deciduous and/or ornamental trees shall be provided along the front and
near the entrance of buildings.
3. Landscape buffers shall be provided along the street to substantially soften
visibility of buildings and parking lots (see Figure 12). The buffer strip shall be
landscaped with shade trees, evergreen trees, and shrubs, and may incorporate
berming, decorative fencing, masonry walls or hedge to achieve the desired levels
of opacity.
4. Berming and landscaping shall be incorporated in transitional yards to provide
a visual screen between dissimilar uses.
5. Landscape buffers shall be required along Krueger, Old McHenry, Fairfield,
Midlothian, Schwerman, Milton, Gilmer and other arterial roadways to
substantially soften the view of buildings and parking lots. Such landscape
buffers shall be installed to a minimum of 8-12 feet in height in accordance with
the following opacity levels:
For office uses: Min. 65% opacity
For retail and residential uses: Min 50% opacity
Along all other lot lines where non-R-1 residential uses abut R-1 single-family
residential uses or where non-residential uses abut residential uses, a transitional
yard buffer shall be installed to achieve 100% opacity to a minimum of 12 feet in
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height, or such greater height as may be required by the Village to accomplish the
buffer intended by this Section.
Opacity levels shall be achieved upon installation and shall be maintained on a
year-round basis.
6. Parkway trees shall be installed in accordance with the Hawthorn Woods
Subdivision Control Ordinance.
Landscape plans shall be submitted as part of any proposed development within
the Overlay District in accordance with Chapter 17 of the Hawthorn Woods
Zoning Ordinance.
Landscaping shall be installed and maintained in accordance with Chapter 17 of
the Hawthorn Woods Zoning Ordinance.
7. All landscaping shall be maintained in first-class condition.
G. Open Space/Natural Features:
1. Care shall be taken to protect and incorporate natural features of the site into
the built environment.
2. Open spaces and "pocket" parks are required to provide relief from building
mass and provide comfortable outdoor sitting places.
3. Open spaces shall be created as a focal point within the built environment.
4. Outdoor eating areas are required for all office uses.
5. At a minimum, open space shall be provided in accordance with the Maximum
Lot Coverage requirements in the zoning district in which it is located.
6. A tree preservation plan shall be submitted as part of any proposed
development within the Overlay District in accordance with Chapter 17 of the
Hawthorn Woods Zoning Ordinance.
H. Furniture/Structures/Planters:
1. Outdoor seating and waste receptacles shall be provided on all non-residential
zoning lots as appropriate (see Figure 13). Outdoor furniture elements and waste
receptacles shall be consistent throughout and reflect the character of the building
environment.
2. Kiosks, pergolas, arbors, gazebos, and the like are required to establish a focal
point within open spaces.
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3. The use of freestanding planters, raised planter beds, planter boxes, and
hanging planters is required.
9-9A-7: SIGNS:
A. General:
1. Signs shall be an integral part of the building and site design.
2. For single-tenant buildings, multiple signs on the same facade are prohibited.
3. For multi-tenant buildings, all signage on the same facade shall be consistent
in color, size and elevation.
4. ,A Unified Sign'Plan shall be submitted for development-within the Overlay
District for which development approval is sought.
5. Signs shall be regulated by the Hawthorn Woods Zoning Ordinance.
6. All signs shall be constructed in accordance with the Hawthorn Woods
Building Code.
B. Types Permitted/Prohibited:
1. The following types of signs are permitted for retail uses:
wall signs,
projecting signs
monument signs
2. The following types of signs are permitted for office/service/all other non-
retail uses (except residential):
monument signs identifying the name of the project or tenant
3. The following types of signs are permitted for residential uses:
monument signs identifying the name of the subdivision or project
4. The following types of signs shall be prohibited:
Awning signs
Billboard signs
Canopy signs
Changeable copy signs
Electric signs
Flashing signs
Inflatable signs
Internally illuminated signs
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Marquee signs
Moving signs
Neon signs
Pole or Pylon signs
Portable signs
Roof signs
Streamers and pennants
Wind-actuated signs
C. Size/Area:
1. Signs shall complement the scale of the building.
2. Sign area shall relate to the building facade and/or street frontage.
3. Sign shall be orientated horizontally. Vertical signs may be allowed if they
contribute to the overall architecture of the building.
4. The size and area of wall and ground signs shall be regulated by the Hawthorn
Woods Zoning Ordinance, except as provided below:
Wall signs shall not exceed 10 percent of the area of the wall on which they are
mounted or 24 square feet, whichever is more.
Monument signs shall not exceed 48 square feet in size.
Projecting signs shall not exceed 4 square feet in size.
D. Height:
1. The height of monument signs shall be controlled to relate to the human scale.
2. Wall signs and projecting signs shall not project above the eave line of a
building.
3. Monument signs shall not exceed 6 feet in height including the support
structure.
4. No wall sign shall project higher than 20 feet above the curb level, and in no
case shall a sign project above the eave line.
E. Number:
1. The number of signs shall be kept to a functional minimum.
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2. The maximum number of signs permitted on a zoning lot shall be regulated by
the Hawthorn Woods Zoning Ordinance.
F.Placement:
1. Wall signs shall generally be placed near the main front entry where they do
not obscure architectural features of the building.
2. Wall signs shall not project significantly from the facade of a building.
3. The placement of all wall and ground signs shall be regulated by the Hawthorn
Woods Zoning Ordinance.
4. Regulatory signs shall be compatible with the character of the area.
Regulatory signs shall be made of carved wood and mounted on decorative
wooden posts. Regulatory signs-may be externally illuminated-from the ground.
G. Composition:
1. Softer, subtler alternatives to prominent corporate logos are required.
2. Italicized,bold and plain text shall not be mixed.
3. The use of images, pictures and logos shall be avoided unless they are an
integral element of the building's architecture.
4. The sign text shall consist of no more than 2 font styles and sizes.
5. Continuous strings of text shall consist of only 1 font style and size.
H. Materials:
1. Sign materials shall be consistent or compatible with the original construction
materials and architectural style of the building facade on which they are to be
displayed.
2. Matte, natural, brushed, patina-like or burnished surfaces are required.
3. Polished, glossy, shiny or reflective surfaces are prohibited.
4. Monument signs shall be brick or stone and may incorporate wood not to
exceed 50 percent of the sign area, however, monument signs shall be supported
across the base by brick or stone.
5. Natural materials such as wood, stone, brick or metals shall be used.
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6. Plastic sign panels are prohibited
Color/Theme:
1. The color and theme of a sign shall be architecturally compatible with the
style, composition, materials, colors and details of the building, and with other
nearby signs.
2. A sign and any background shall together consist of no more than 2 colors or
shades of the same color. If 2 colors are used, at least 1 color shall match the
predominant color of the building.
3. Permitted color combinations are:
Black on beige, ecru or natural limestone
Earth tones on complimentary earth tone background
Beige, eciu on red brick background
Forest green on beige, ecru or red brick background
4. Bright "day-glow"type colors are prohibited.
5. Signs with individual channelized letters are prohibited
J.Illumination:
1. Signs shall only be illuminated by external light sources.
2. Lighting devices shall be hidden or softened by architectural features or
landscaping or integrated into the style of the building.
3. Soft halogen or incandescent lighting is preferred over bright or fluorescent
lighting.
4. External illumination of signs shall be shielded and directed away from the
street or adjacent properties. Maximum illumination shall be Y2 foot-candle when
measured 10 feet from the sign.
5. Monument signs shall only be externally illuminated from the ground.
9-9A-8: DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL REQUIRED/DEVIATIONS:
A. No person shall, construct, alter, remodel, move or reconstruct any building or
structure on any property within the Overlay District which is subject to the
provisions of this Chapter, nor shall any person otherwise improve any property
within the Overlay District which is subject to the provisions of this Chapter,
unless there has first been passed an ordinance by the corporate authorities
granting development approval.
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B. The applicant shall file with the Village:
1. All plans and specifications specifically required by the provisions of this
Chapter and those otherwise required by all other applicable provisions of the
Village Code.
2. Such other plans, elevation drawings, material specifications and engineering
drawings necessary to evidence compliance with the requirements of this Chapter.
C. Upon submittal of a complete application, the matter shall be referred to the Plan
Commission and Architectural Review Commission for review and
recommendation at a public meeting. The Plan Commission and Architectural
Review Commission shall submit their recommendation to the Village Board
within 90 days after the submission of such complete application.
D. Upon receipt of the recommendation of the Plan Commission and Architectural
Review Commission, the corporate authorities may approve or deny such
application.
E. As a condition to the approval of any development, the Board of Trustees may
stipulate such conditions and restrictions upon the establishment, location, design,
layout, height, density, construction, maintenance, aesthetics, operation and other
elements of the development as deemed necessary for the protection of the public
and protection of the Overlay District. In all cases in which developments are
approved, the Board of Trustees shall require such evidence and guarantees as it
may deem necessary as proof that the conditions stipulated in connection
therewith are being and will be complied with.
F. The development may, in the sole discretion of the corporate authorities, deviate
from strict conformance with the required density, dimension, area, height, bulk,
parking and other regulations for the Overlay District, to the extent specified in
the ordinance authorizing the development so long as the development will not be
detrimental to or endanger the public health, safety, morals, comfort or general
welfare.
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6-6-43-Ae
ORDINANCE NO. 943-01
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE VILLAGE CODE OF THE VILLAGE
OF HAWTHORN WOODS —TITLE 9,ZONING—ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 9A,AO—
ARCHITECTURAL OVERLAY DISTRICT
WHEREAS, on or about January 8, 2001, the Village of Hawthorn Woods, as applicant,
filed an application for an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Hawthorn Woods,
Title 9 of the Village Code; and,
WHEREAS, Notice of Public Hearing on said amendment to the Village of Hawthorn
Woods Zoning Ordinance was published in the Daily Herald newspaper, on or about April 3, 2001,
all as required by the statutes of the State of Illinois and the ordinances of the Village of Hawthorn
Woods; and,
WHEREAS, a Public Hearing was conducted by the Plan Commission of the Village of
Hawthorn Woods on May 3, 2001, pursuant to said Notice, all as required by the statutes of the
State of Illinois and the ordinances of the Village of Hawthorn Woods; and,
WHEREAS, at said Public Hearing, the applicant provided testimony in support of the
proposed amendment to the Village of Hawthorn Woods Zoning Ordinance, and all interested
parties had an opportunity to be heard; and,
WHEREAS, the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Hawthorn Woods have
received the recommendation of the Plan Commission dated May 3, 2001,said recommendation
being attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and by this reference,incorporated herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the President and Board of Trustees of the
Village of Hawthorn Woods, Lake County, Illinois, as follows:
SECTION ONE: That Title 9 of the Village Code of the Village of Hawthorn Woods,
entitled "Zoning", is hereby amended by adding thereto a new Chapter 9A, entitled "AO —
Architectural Overlay District", as follows:
see Exhibit B attached hereto and made a part hereof."
SECTION TWO: That all ordinances and resolutions, or parts thereof, in conflict with the
provisions of this Ordinance are, to the extent of such conflict, expressly repealed.
SECTION THREE: That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect ten (10) days from
and after its passage, approval and publication in pamphlet form as provided by law.
The foregoing Ordinance was adopted by a roll call vote as follows:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTENTIONS:
ABSENT:
APPROVED:
Keith L. Hunt,Village President
ATTEST:
Phyllis Scheu, Village Clerk
PASSED:
APPROVED:
PUBLISHED:
Filed in the office of the Village Clerk and published in pamphlet form by the authority of
the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Hawthorn Woods, Lake County, Illinois, this
day of 2001.
Village Clerk
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Architectural Overlay District", as follows:
see Exhibit B attached hereto and made a part hereof"
SECTION TWO: That all ordinances and resolutions, or parts thereof, in conflict with the
provisions of this Ordinance are,to the extent of such conflict, expressly repealed.
SECTION THREE: That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect ten (10) days from
and after its passage, approval and publication in pamphlet form as provided by law.
The foregoing Ordinance was adopted by a roll call vote as follows:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTENTIONS:
ABSENT:
APPROVED:
Keith L. Hunt,Village President
ATTEST:
Phyllis Scheu, Village Clerk
PASSED:
APPROVED:
PUBLISHED:
Filed in the office of the Village Clerk and published in pamphlet form by the authority of
the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Hawthorn Woods, Lake County, Illinois, this
day of 2001.
Village Clerk
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