City of Wood Dale Planning, Zoning and Building Committee met June 11.
Here is the minutes provided by the committee:
Present: Ald. Catalano, Jakab, Messina, Sorrentino, E. Wesley & Woods
Absent: Ald. Susmarski & R. Wesley
Also Present: Mayor Pulice, City Manager Mermuys, Clerk Curiale, Treasurer Porch, Police Chief Vesta, B. Wilson, A. Lange, B. Garelli, E. Cage, K. Buggy, P. Hastings
Meeting Convened at: 7:30 p.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
The minutes of the April 9, 2020 meeting were approved as presented.
REPORT & RECOMMENDATION
ANIMAL RESTRICTION ORDINANCE
DISCUSSION:
Director Cage reported there were issues in the past which were difficult to enforce since Wood Dale’s Code wasn’t very clear. This recent complaint was from two wards mainly about pigeons, and staff felt this was a good time to clarify the section of the Code to simplify enforcement. He provided a clean and redlined version of proposed changes and reviewed the highlights. A number of animals considered a nuisance were added, such as pigeons, roosters and chickens. Pigeons usually have 10+ in a group which becomes a significant nuisance to neighbors. Rabbits were also included since some people keep a significant amount; however, this would not apply to a few pet rabbits. For the animals to be considered an issue, they have to be kept outside and creating a problem such as smell, noise, or feces. Discussion ensued about various animals being pets or in violation, and Mr. Cage clarified the definition of public nuisance. Ald. Catalano asked about how strict the county’s rules are. Mr. Cage explained the county has different regulations from the city and is more stringent on zoning, code enforcement and property maintenance. If someone lives by an unincorporated area, they allow more than the city does as far as animals. Ald. Woods inquired about verifying a complaint to determine if it is a public nuisance. Mr. Cage explained that people who typically complain about these type of issues often allow city staff on their property to view the neighboring property to observe the violation.
VOTE:
Ald. Jakab made a motion, seconded by Ald. E. Wesley to approve the Animal Restriction Ordinance changes. A roll call vote was taken with the following results:
Ayes: Ald. Catalano, Jakab, Messina, Sorrentino, E. Wesley & Woods
Nays: None
Abstained: None
Motion: Carried
ITEMS TO BE CONSIDERED AT FUTURE MEETINGS:
• Issues with building permits not being posted in window (Ald. Jakab)
• Procedures to follow-up with permits
ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m.
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