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TO: Mayor Thomas J. Weisner
FROM: Planning Commission
DATE: April 21, 2016
SUBJECT:
A Resolution Approving a Final Plan on Lots 72-76 for Unit 2 of Heritage Subdivision located at 941-951 and 971-981 Old Indian Trail (Aurora Properties, LLC - 16-00249 / AU16/1-14.200-Su/PD/R/Fpn - ES - Ward 6)
PURPOSE:
The petitioner is requesting approval of a Final Plan to expand the parking lot for the apartment complex to accommodate 22 additional spaces.
BACKGROUND:
The Indian Meadows apartment complex was constructed in 1972. The property was granted R-5(S) zoning with a Final Plan in 1970. It consists of two apartment buildings with 57 total units. To the west, south and east are single family homes, and to the north across Indian Trail Road are duplexes. There are currently approximately 81 parking spaces on the site. The petitioner wishes to add 22 parking spaces on the west end of the property, making 103 spaces. In addition, curb and gutter will be installed along the frontage of Old Indian Trail. Landscaping is being implemented, and improvements will be made to the current parking lot.
DISCUSSION:
Staff has reviewed the Special Use / Planned Development Revision petition and have determined that it meets the applicable codes and ordinances. The petitioner indicates that several of the units have 2 vehicles, and adding the parking lot will help reduce congestion on the neighboring streets. In addition, the improvements to Old Indian Trail will keep cars from parking or driving onto the parkway. Additional landscaping within the entire property will help beautify the complex.
POLICIES AND GUIDELINES:
11.1(3) To encourage new development contiguous to existing development
14.1(4) To encourage quality site design throughout the City.
14.1(5) To provide for the visual enhancement of the City through attractive landscaping, quality signage and diverse building design and arrangement.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
The Planning Commission would recommend CONDITIONAL APPROVAL of the Resolution Approving a Final Plan on Lots 72-76 for Unit 2 of Heritage Subdivision located at 941-951 and 971-981 Old Indian Trail with the following condition:
1) That an additional 3 CTE (canopy tree equivalents) in a mix of shade trees and evergreen trees along the west end of the property adjacent to the new parking lot.
ATTACHMENTS:
Exhibit A-1 Final Plan
Exhibit A-2 Landscape Plan
Property Research Sheet
Planning Council Report
Land Use Petition
cc:
Alderman Saville, Chairman
Alderman Donnell
Alderman Irvin
Alderman Hart-Burns, Alternate
CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS
RESOLUTION NO. _________
DATE OF PASSAGE ________________
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A Resolution Approving a Final Plan on Lots 72-76 for Unit 2 of Heritage Subdivision located at 941-951 and 971-981 Old Indian Trail
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WHEREAS, the City of Aurora has a population of more than 25,000 persons and is, therefore, a home rule unit under subsection (a) of Section 6 of Article VII of the Illinois Constitution of 1970; and
WHEREAS, subject to said Section, a home rule unit may exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs for the protection of the public health, safety, morals, and welfare; and
WHEREAS by petition dated March 10, 2016, Aurora Properties, LLC filed with the City of Aurora a petition and related required documents as attached hereto as Exhibits "A-1" through Exhibit “A-2”; and
WHEREAS, after referral of said petition from the Aurora City Council, the Aurora Planning Commission on April 20, 2016, reviewed the petition and recommended CONDITIONAL APPROVAL of said petition; and
WHEREAS, on April 28, 2016, the Planning and Development Committee of the Aurora City Council reviewed said Final Plan and the before mentioned recommendations and recommended CONDITIONAL APPROVAL of said petition; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Aurora, Illinois, hereby adopts the Final Plan and related documents as attached hereto, as Exhibit "A-1" Final Plan, Exhibit “A-2” Landscape Plan, along with any dedications or modifications deemed necessary by the Aurora City Engineer with the following condition:
1) That an additional 3 CTE (canopy tree equivalents) in a mix of shade trees and evergreen trees along the west end of the property adjacent to the new parking lot. In addition, a hedgerow of shrubs shall be added along the north and west edge of the new parking lot.