City of Elmhurst Development, Planning, & Zoning Committee met Jan. 12
Here are the minutes provided by the committee:
1. Call to Order
Chair Jensen called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.
2. Roll Call
Present: Jensen, Nardini, Veremis
Absent: None
Staff Present: Bereckis, Franz, Gal, Sianis
Elected Officials: Mayor Levin (part)
3. Receipt of Written Communications
None
4. Public Comments
None
5. Business Before the Committee
A. Development, Planning & Zoning Committee Meeting Minutes December 8, 2025
Alderman Nardini made a motion to approve the minutes of the DP&Z Committee on December 8, 2025. Alderman Veremis seconded. Voice vote. Motion passed.
B. Incentive and Renovation Grant Request – 128 N. Addison Ave – Spark Scent Collective
BDM Bereckis summarized the grant request. It was noted that discussion on this item began at the December 8th meeting and that the draft report was revised to include values on the cost of environmental remediation for the project. The applicant was present for any questions.
The Committee discussed the $150,000 maximum award which would utilize the entire TIF fund for 2026. It was noted that there are carryover funds from 2025 to assist in awarding some sign and marketing grants in 2026. Additionally, should there be potential projects in 2026 that need TIF assistance, staff can bring forward a request to discuss options for TIF assistance. The Committee also asked about porting funds from an adjoining TIF district, and this was not recommended. Â
Following all discussion, the Committee supported the grant request. Alderman Veremis made a motion to approve a report recommending approval of a Façade/Renovation Grant in the amount not to exceed $150,000 to Spark Scent Collective (128 N. Addison Avenue). Alderman Nardini seconded. Roll call vote as follows:
Ayes: Veremis, Nardini, Jensen
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion passed 3-0.
C. Amendment to the Redevelopment Agreement with Island Construction, Inc. (240 W. Lake Street)
City Engineer Sianis reviewed the purpose of the amendment. The purpose of the amendment is to allow Island Construction to bid and construct storm sewer improvements to be reimbursed by the City, rather than the City complete the work at a greater cost. At the last meeting, Alderman Nardini wanted to review the original RDA. There was discussion on the meaning of capitalized terms in the agreement. Mayor Levin stated that the capitalized terms are those that begin with a capital letter and are defined in the original RDA.
Alderman Nardini made a motion to approve a report recommending approval of an Amendment to the Redevelopment Agreement with Island Construction, Inc. for construction of public storm sewer improvements. Alderman Veremis seconded. Roll call vote as follows:
Ayes: Nardini, Veremis, Jensen
Nays: 0
Absent: 0
Motion passed 3-0.
6. Other Business
CP Franz stated that outstanding items include discussion on the HPC referral and the Sustainability referral. CP Franz will discuss solar permitting and building permit time with BC Kransberger and report back. Upcoming zoning cases include a request to modify a pylon sign at Mehta Motors and townhomes on West and Third. Finally, the Zoning & Planning Commission voted on the Zoning Ordinance update and will be reviewing a report at their next meeting. There was discussion that the consultant may present to the entire City Council via a COW meeting, however that the DPZ will still review the report and recommendations from Z&P. Â
7. Adjournment
Alderman Nardini made a motion to adjourn at 7:39 p.m. Alderman Veremis seconded. Roll call vote as follows:
Ayes: Nardini, Veremis, Jensen
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion passed.
Meeting adjourned at 7:39 p.m.
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