Dupage Policy Journal

City of Elmhurst Development, Planning, & Zoning Committee met July 14

Here are the minutes provided by the committee:

1. Call to Order

Chair Jensen called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

2. Roll Call

Present: Jensen, Veremis

Absent: Nardini

Staff Present: Franz, Gal, Johnson

Elected Officials: None

3. Receipt of Written Communications

Three items were posted to Board docs.

4. Public Comments

Nick Paterakis commented on the new Wagner Center with traffic and safety concerns.

5. Business Before the Committee

A. Development, Planning & Zoning Committee Meeting Minutes June 23, 2025

Alderman Veremis made a motion to approve the minutes of the DP&Z Committee on June 23, 2025. Chair Jensen seconded. Voice Vote. Motion passed.

B. PUD Concept Meeting: Elmhurst Park District Wagner Center / Berens Park - 615 N. West Avenue / 493 N. Oaklawn

CP Franz introduced the Elmhurst Park District Team to present their concept plan for the new Wagner Center. Angela Ferrentino (Elmhurst Park District) and Brian Kerner (Dewberry Architects) presented plans for the new 130,000 SF Wagner Community Center and addressed questions from the Committee.

The Committee discussed traffic circulation, including drop-off and pick up for the daycare. It was noted that a traffic study will be provided as part of the zoning application submittal. Due to the additional traffic, the Committee discussed whether on-street parking should be restricted on Crockett Avenue and whether the entrance to the daycare should be from West Avenue. Chair Jensen asked whether Oaklawn will be resurfaced following the completion of Wagner and if so, whether sidewalks could be added. The Committee expressed general support for the project, with the only concerns being related to traffic and circulation.

C. Case 25 ZBA 07 - Parking Variation - 295 N. York

CP Franz summarized the request for a variation from the minimum parking requirement to lease the vacant commercial unit to a quick service restaurant (Qdoba). The applicant, Jack Dempsey, summarized the data provided to the Commission including a study by KLOA and information provided by the proposed tenant. Others in attendance included Rimas Grabliauskus and David Hene on behalf of the landlord/property owner, Ken Lindeman and Brent Bernard (Qdoba), and Philip Golding (broker). 

The Committee discussed the tenant mix, the parking analysis performed by KLOA and the data provided by the applicant on customer carry out and dine in activities.  The Committee agreed that the applicant provided adequate evidence to support the request and that the proposed use would be a good addition to the site.

Alderman Veremis made a motion to issue a report recommending approval of the variation request for the property commonly known as 295 N. York Street. Chair Jensen seconded. Roll call vote as follows:

Ayes: Veremis, Jensen

Nayes: None

Absent: Nardini

Motion passed.

D. Case 25 P 03 - Cantore 1033 S Route 83 Frontage - Map Amendment & Conditional Use Permit

CP Franz summarized the request for Map Amendment from C3 to C3A and Conditional Use permit for outdoor storage. CP Franz stated that following input from the Commission at public hearings on May 6th and May 20th, the applicant amended their application to request a Map Amendment to the C3A Restricted Commercial/Industrial District and a Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage (their original request was to rezone to I1). CP Franz stated that that C3A district is a hybrid district between commercial and industrial. The Z&P also recommended unanimously for approval of the requests.

The Committee discussed the existing condition of the site and agreed that the proposal would be an improvement. The Committee also agreed with the conditions recommended by the Z&P.

Alderman Veremis made a motion to issue a report recommending approval of a Map Amendment from C3 to C3A and Conditional Use Permit with 7 conditions at the properties commonly known as 1033 & 1037 S. Illinois Route 83 Frontage. Chair Jensen seconded. Voice Vote. Motion passed.

6. Other Business

None

7. Adjournment

Alderman Veremis made a motion to adjourn at 7:13 p.m. Chair Jensen seconded. Voice Vote. Motion passed. Voice Vote.

Meeting adjourned at 7:13 p.m.

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