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Zoning Petition ZONING-25-000011 Kennedy
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WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on August 20, 2025 in the DuPage County Administration Building, 421 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, Illinois at 2:30 P.M. before the DuPage County Zoning Hearing Officer and notice of said hearing was duly given; and
WHEREAS, a petition was presented at this hearing requesting the following zoning relief:
Variation to reduce the rear yard setback from required 25 feet to approximately 19.2 feet, for attaching an existing detached garage to the existing home through an addition, on the property hereinafter described:
LOT 77 (EXCEPT THE EAST 100 FEET THEREOF, MEASURED ON THE NORTH LINE) IN SECOND ADDITION TO BELMONT PARK, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF SECTIONS 12 AND 13, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED AUGUST 7, 1923 AS DOCUMENT 168381, EXCEPT FOR THAT PART DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 77; THENCE EASTERLY 25.00 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 77.25 FEET; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY TO A POINT 5 FEET EASTERLY OF THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT 77 MEASURED PARALLEL TO THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 77; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY TO A POINT ON THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT 77.50 FEET NORTHERLY OF THE SOUTH LINE THEREOF MEASURED ALONG THE WEST LINE THEREOF; THENCE SOUTHERLY 50 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF LOT 77 TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, ALL IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS; and
WHEREAS, the Zoning Hearing Officer, having considered in relation to the above requested zoning petition presented at the above hearing and at the recommendation meeting held on September 3, 2025 does find as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT:
A. That petitioner testified that they seek the subject zoning relief to reduce the rear yard setback from required 25 feet to approximately 19.2 feet, for attaching an existing detached garage to the existing home through an addition.
B. That petitioner testified that the subject property currently has an existing detached garage that they plan to connect to the existing house through a garage and mudroom addition.
C. That petitioner testified that due to the current layout of the subject property, house, and detached garage, attaching the detached garage would require the subject Variation.
D. That the Zoning Hearing Officer finds that petitioner has demonstrated evidence for a particular hardship and practical difficulty for the subject zoning relief due to the configuration of the subject property and location of the existing detached garage on the property.
STANDARDS FOR VARIATIONS:
1. That the Zoning Hearing Officer finds that petitioner has demonstrated that the granting of the Variation is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the Zoning Ordinance, and will not be injurious to the neighborhood, detrimental to the public welfare, or in conflict with the County’s comprehensive plan for development.
2. That the Zoning Hearing Officer finds that petitioner has demonstrated the granting of the Variation will not:
a. Impair an adequate supply of light and air to the adjacent property as petitioner has demonstrated that the proposed addition will not impact the light and air to adjacent properties as the detached garage has been located 19.2 feet from the rear property line for over 15 years.
b. Increase the hazard from fire or other dangers to said property as petitioner has demonstrated that they will receive a building permit for the proposed addition and that it will be constructed pursuant to all building codes.
c. Diminish the value of land and buildings throughout the County as petitioner has demonstrated that the location of the proposed addition will not diminish the value of land and buildings throughout the County and will be an added benefit to the surrounding area.
d. Unduly increase traffic congestion in the public streets and highways as petitioner has demonstrated that the location of the proposed addition will be located behind the house and will not impact public streets and highways.
e. Increase the potential for flood damages to adjacent property as petitioner has demonstrated that the location of the proposed addition will not increase the potential for flood damages to adjacent properties.
f. Incur additional public expense for flood protection, rescue or relief as petitioner has demonstrated that the location of the proposed addition will not incur additional public expense for flood protection, rescue, or relief.
g. Otherwise impair the public health, safety, comfort, morals or general welfare of the inhabitants of DuPage County as petitioner has demonstrated that the location of the proposed addition will not impair the public health, safety, comfort, morals, or general welfare of the inhabitants of DuPage County.
PETITIONER’S DEVELOPMENT FACT SHEET
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GENERAL ZONING CASE INFORMATION |
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CASE #/PETITIONER |
ZONING-25-000011 Kennedy |
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ZONING REQUEST |
Variation to reduce the rear yard setback from required 25 feet to approximately 19.2 feet, for attaching an existing detached garage to the existing home through an addition. |
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OWNER |
MEGHAN M. KENNEDY, 2424 MAPLE AVENUE, DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60515/ AGENT: CINDA K. LESTER, 12/12 ARCHITECTS, 644 67TH STREET, DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516 |
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ADDRESS/LOCATION |
2424 MAPLE AVENUE, DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60515 |
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PIN |
08-13-102-013 |
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TWSP./CTY. BD. DIST. |
LISLE |
DISTRICT 2 |
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ZONING/LUP |
R-4 SF RES |
0-5 DU AC |
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AREA |
0.89 ACRES (38,768 SQ. FT.) |
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UTILITIES |
WATER/SEPTIC |
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PUBLICATION DATE |
Daily Herald: AUGUST 5, 2025 |
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PUBLIC HEARING |
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2025 |
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: |
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Building: |
No Objections with the concept of the petition. Additional information may be required at time of permit application. “The existing detached garage will need a frost proof foundation with a minimum depth of 42” below grade to be attached to the house/addition.” |
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DUDOT: |
No Objections. |
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Health: |
No Comments Received. |
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Stormwater: |
No Objections. |
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Public Works: |
“DPC Public Works doesn’t own any sewer or water mains in this area.” |
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EXTERNAL: |
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Village of Downers Grove: |
“The Village of Downers Grove has no objection to this request.” |
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Village of Lisle: |
Our office has no jurisdiction in this matter. “The subject property is outside of the Village’s boundary agreement.” |
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Village of Woodridge: |
No Comments Received. |
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Lisle Township: |
No Comments Received. |
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Township Highway: |
No Comments Received. |
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Darien-Woodridge Fire Dist.: |
No Comments Received. |
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Sch. Dist. 58: |
No Comments Received. |
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Sch. Dist. 99: |
“No Concerns.” |
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Forest Preserve: |
“We do not have any comments.” |
GENERAL BULK REQUIREMENTS:
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REQUIREMENTS: |
REQUIRED |
EXISTING |
PROPOSED |
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Rear Yard: |
25 FEET |
19.2 FEET |
19.2 FEET |
LAND USE:
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Location |
Zoning |
Existing Use |
LUP |
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Subject |
R-4 SF RES |
HOUSE |
0-5 DU AC |
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North |
R-4 SF RES |
HOUSE |
0-5 DU AC |
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South |
MAPLE AVENUE R-4 SF RES |
HOUSE |
0-5 DU AC |
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East |
R-4 SF RES |
HOUSE |
0-5 DU AC |
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West |
LOMOND AVENUE AND BEYOND R-4 SF RES |
HOUSE |
0-5 DU AC |
WHEREAS, the Zoning Hearing Officer, having considered in relation to the above and at the recommendation meeting held on September 3, 2025, recommends to approve the following zoning relief:
Variation to reduce the rear yard setback from required 25 feet to approximately 19.2 feet, for attaching an existing detached garage to the existing home through an addition.
Subject to the following conditions:
1. That the property be developed in accordance with the petitioner’s site plan made part of Zoning Petition # ZONING-25-000011 Kennedy, dated September 3, 2025.
2. That the owner/developer is to apply for and receive a Building Permit for all construction and/or excavation that occurs on the property.
3. That the property be developed in accordance with all other codes and Ordinances of DuPage County.
ZHO Recommendation to Approve
WHEREAS, the County Board Development Committee on September 16, 2025, considered the above findings and recommendations of the Zoning Hearing Officer and recommends to concur with the findings and recommends to approve the following zoning relief:
Variation to reduce the rear yard setback from required 25 feet to approximately 19.2 feet, for attaching an existing detached garage to the existing home through an addition.
Subject to the following conditions:
1. That the property be developed in accordance with the petitioner’s site plan made part of Zoning Petition # ZONING-25-000011 Kennedy, dated September 3, 2025.
2. That the owner/developer is to apply for and receive a Building Permit for all construction and/or excavation that occurs on the property.
3. That the property be developed in accordance with all other codes and Ordinances of DuPage County.
Development Committee VOTE (Motion to Approve): 6 Ayes, 0 Nays, 0 Absent
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the County Board of DuPage County, Illinois that the following zoning relief be granted:
Variation to reduce the rear yard setback from required 25 feet to approximately 19.2 feet, for attaching an existing detached garage to the existing home through an addition on the property hereinafter described:
LOT 77 (EXCEPT THE EAST 100 FEET THEREOF, MEASURED ON THE NORTH LINE) IN SECOND ADDITION TO BELMONT PARK, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF SECTIONS 12 AND 13, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED AUGUST 7, 1923 AS DOCUMENT 168381, EXCEPT FOR THAT PART DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 77; THENCE EASTERLY 25.00 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 77.25 FEET; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY TO A POINT 5 FEET EASTERLY OF THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT 77 MEASURED PARALLEL TO THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 77; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY TO A POINT ON THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT 77.50 FEET NORTHERLY OF THE SOUTH LINE THEREOF MEASURED ALONG THE WEST LINE THEREOF; THENCE SOUTHERLY 50 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF LOT 77 TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, ALL IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS; and
The Zoning Relief is subject to the following conditions:
1. That the property be developed in accordance with the petitioner’s site plan made part of Zoning Petition # ZONING-25-000011 Kennedy, dated September 3, 2025.
2. That the owner/developer is to apply for and receive a Building Permit for all construction and/or excavation that occurs on the property.
3. That the property be developed in accordance with all other codes and Ordinances of DuPage County.
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED by the County Board of DuPage County, Illinois that should any section, clause or provision of this Ordinance be declared by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any part thereof, other than the part so declared to be invalid; and
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that a certified copy of this Ordinance be transmitted by the County Clerk to the DuPage County Finance Department; DuPage County Auditor; DuPage County Treasurer; Paul J. Hoss, Zoning; State's Attorney's Office; DuPage County Health Department; DuPage County Division of Transportation; MEGHAN M. KENNEDY, 2424 MAPLE AVENUE, DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60515/ AGENT: CINDA K. LESTER, 12/12 ARCHITECTS, 644 67TH STREET, DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516; and Township Assessor, Assessor, Lisle Township, 4721 Indiana Avenue, Lisle, IL 60532.
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Enacted and approved this 23rd of September, 2025 at Wheaton, Illinois.
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DEBORAH A. CONROY, CHAIR
DU PAGE COUNTY BOARD
Attest: ___________________________________
JEAN KACZMAREK, COUNTY CLERK