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TO: Mayor Richard C. Irvin
FROM: Tracey M. Vacek, Senior Planner
DATE: September 13, 2021
SUBJECT:
An Ordinance Vacating a Watermain Easement on Lot 1 of Aurora University 2nd Resubdivision located at 347 S. Gladstone Avenue, in Kane County, Aurora, Illinois 60506
PURPOSE:
The Petitioner, Aurora University, is requesting approval of a Plat of Vacation for a watermain easement.
BACKGROUND:
The Petitioner, Aurora University, is proposing to build a residence hall on the Aurora University Campus located north of Prairie Street and east of S. Evanslawn Avenue. As part of this project, the Petitioner will be rerouting the watermain so that it is not under the proposed building. Therefore, they are requesting approval of the Plat of Vacation for the watermain easement as the watermain is being removed.
The University will be also be granting a City Easement over the new location of the watermain which the City Engineer has authority to approve.
DISCUSSION:
Staff has reviewed the Vacation Ordinance - Easement petition and have sent comments back to the petitioner on those submittals. The petitioner has made the requested revisions to these documents and they now meet the applicable codes and ordinances, except for the items reflected in the conditions listed in the Staff Recommendation below.
POLICIES AND GUIDELINES:
The Staff's Evaluation and Recommendation are 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.
11.1(3) To encourage new development contiguous to existing development.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends APPROVAL of the Ordinance Vacating a Watermain Easement on Lot ...
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