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TO: Mayor Thomas J. Weisner
FROM: Planning Commission
DATE: September 8, 2016
SUBJECT:
A Resolution Approving the Final Plat for the Resubdivision of Lot 1 of Wayside Cross Ministries Subdivision, located at 215 E. New York Street and 34 N. Lincoln Avenue being the southwest corner of New York Street and Lincoln Avenue (Wayside Cross Ministries - 16-00801 / AU22/3-15.255-Fsd - SB - Ward 2)
PURPOSE:
The Petitioner, Wayside Cross Ministries, is requesting approval of a Final Plat for the Resubdivision of Lot 1 of Wayside Cross Ministries Subdivision located at 215 E. New York Street and 34 N. Lincoln Avenue which includes consolidation of lots to facilitate the construction of a second story catwalk between the new and the existing Wayside Cross facilities.
BACKGROUND:
The Subject Property is located at 215 E. New York Street and 34 N. Lincoln Avenue being the southwest corner of New York Street and Lincoln Avenue and is currently utilized as Religious Institution and Social Service Agencies, Charitable Organizations with DF(S) Downtown Fringe zoning. Additional information on the legislative history of the property can be found in the attached Property Information Sheet.
DISCUSSION:
Staff has reviewed the Final Plat petition and have determined that it meets the applicable codes and ordinances.
POLICIES AND GUIDELINES:
The Staff’s Evaluation and Recommendation are based on the following Physical Development Policies:
14.1 (2): To promote the preservation and revitalization of older residential neighborhoods and commercial areas within the City of Aurora.
14.1 (4): To encourage quality site design throughout the City of Aurora.
31.1 (4): To encourage the development of multiple use commercial, employment and service centers.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
The Planning Commission recommends APPROVAL of the Resolution Approving the Final Plat for the Resubdivision of Lot 1 of Wayside Cross Ministries Subdivision, located at 215 E. New York Street and 34 N. Lincoln Avenue being the southwest corner of New York Street and Lincoln Avenue.
ATTACHMENTS:
Exhibit "A" Final Plat
Land Use Petition with Supporting Documents
Property Research Sheet
Legistar Number: 16-00801
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 Plat for the Re-subdivision of Lot 1 of Wayside Cross Ministries Subdivision, located at 215 E. New York Street and 34 N. Lincoln Avenue, being the southwest corner of New York Street and Lincoln Avenue
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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 August 16, 2016, Wayside Cross Ministries filed with the City of Aurora a petition requesting approval of a Final Plat for the Re-subdivision of Lot 1 of Wayside Cross Ministries Subdivision located at 215 E. New York Street and 34 N. Lincoln Avenue, and related required documents, all attached hereto as Exhibit "A"; and
WHEREAS, after referral of said petition from the Aurora City Council, the Aurora Planning Commission on September 7, 2016 reviewed the petition and recommended APPROVAL of said petition; and
WHEREAS, on September 15, 2016, the Planning and Development Committee of the Aurora City Council reviewed said Final Plat and the recommendation of the Plan Commission, and has also recommended APPROVAL of said petition.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Aurora, Illinois, finds as fact all of the preamble recitals of this Resolution and hereby grants APPROVAL of said Final Plat.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Aurora hereby adopts the Final Plat as attached hereto as Exhibit "A" along with any dedications deemed necessary by the Aurora City Engineer.