TO: Mayor Thomas J. Weisner
FROM: Tim Macholl, Planner
DATE: 11/1/2013
SUBJECT: title
Resolution approving a revision to the Final Plan of West Aurora Plaza for the addition of a Goodwill retail store at 1925 W Galena Boulevard, Aurora, IL (West Aurora Plaza, llc - AU19/2-13.303-Fpn/R - TM - Ward 5) (APPEALABLE)
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PURPOSE:
The petitioner, West Aurora Plaza, LLC, is proposing Final Plan Revision to demo 1905, 1911, 1921 and 1901 W. Galena Boulevard in order to accommodate an addition for a 19,147 square foot Goodwill retail store located 1925 W. Galena Boulevard.
BACKGROUND:
This Final Plan Revision petition, which is part of the West Aurora Plaza Special Use Planned Development, was referred by the City Council to the Planning Division on November 5, 2013.
Legislative History:
Date Review Body Motion Vote
11/6/2013 Planning Commission TBD
11/5/2013 Planning Council Forward Unanimous
DISCUSSION:
Development Proposal:
The proposal consists of demolishing some older underutilized stores to the rear of the plaza to make room for a squared off addition to accommodate the new Goodwill Retail location. This will include a depressed loading dock and the relocation of an existing electrical transformer. At the front of the store there will be façade changes to reflect the new user of the space. The donation receiving area will utilize an existing loading area allowing patrons to pull out of the main drive aisle to drop off donations.
Evaluation:
Staff has reviewed the Final Plat Revision petition, submitted by the petitioner and have sent comments back to them on those submittals. The petitioner has made all the requested changes to these documents and they now meet all of the applicable codes and ordinances.
The addition of a new retail user at West Aurora Plaza will expand the existing tax base, while provide a new retail use for the residents. This proposal will also provide for additional jobs for the residents of the City.
IMPACT STATEMENT:
This item will increase the tax base and overall viability of the City which will offset any incidental Department or staffing impacts.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff would recommend Approval of the Final Plan Revision to the Final Plan of West Aurora Plaza for the addition of a Goodwill Retail Store at 1925 W Galena Boulevard, Aurora, IL.
The Staff’s Recommendation is based on the following Physical Development Policies:
10.0 To provide for the orderly, balanced and efficient growth and redevelopment of the City through the positive integration of land use patterns, functions, and circulation systems. To protect and enhance those assets and values that establishes the desirable quality and general livability of the City. To promote the City’s position as a regional center.
11.0 To guide the growth of the City in an orderly and structured manner.
11.1(5) To guide and promote development to areas where public utilities, public roads and municipal services are either available or planned.
ATTACHMENTS:
Property Information Sheet
Plans
Planning Council Summary
cc: Alderman Saville, Chairman
Alderman Irvin
Alderman Donnell
Alderman Hart-Burns, Alternate