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Zoning Petition ZONING-23-000098 Lamar Advertising
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WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on January 10, 2024 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:
1. increase the overall height of the new relocated electronic message center sign, from the permitted 20 feet overall height to approximately 60 feet;
2. Variation to increase the sign square footage from the permitted 50 square feet to approximately 672 square feet per face (1,344 square feet total); and
3. Conditional Use to permit the installation of a 14' x 48' LED digital display panels (electronic message center sign) on the newly re-located sign structure, on the property hereinafter described:
PARCEL ONE: PART OF THE SOUTH HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, DESCRIBED BY COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION RUNNING THENCE NORTH 87 DEGREES 56 MINUTES EAST ALONG SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 2, 266.35 FEET FOR A PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 2 DEGREES 4 MINUTES WEST AT A RIGHT ANGLES WITH SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 440 FEET; THENCE NORTH 87 DEGREES 56 MINUTES EAST PARALLEL WITH SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 36, 99 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 2 DEGREES 4 MINUTES EAST 440 FEET TO SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION; THENCE SOUTH 87 DEGREES 56 MINUTES WEST ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE, 99 FEET TO PLACE OF BEGINNING, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
PARCEL TWO: THE WEST 99 FEET OF LOTS 3 AND 4 IN BLOCK 5 IN H.M. CORNELL AND COMPANY’S GLEN ELLYN ACRES, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTH HALF OF SOUTH HALF OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, 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 January 10, 2024, does find as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT:
A. That petitioner testified that he seeks the subject zoning relief to relocate an existing billboard, increase the overall height of the subject sign, and change out a static billboard panel to LED/electronic message center panel.
B. That petitioner testified that the size of the existing, single-faced sign is 14’ x 48’ and that the proposed sign will be the same size and height as the existing, and that an LED/electronic panel will be added to the backside of the static face, making the sign double-sided.
C. That petitioner testified that the proposed LED/electronic message center panel will refresh in accordance with IDOT regulations.
D. That petitioner testified that the proposed sign will only have eight (8) slots of advertising.
E. That petitioner testified that directly to the north of the subject property is a firewood sales business, directly to the east is a tire shop and then Swift Road, directly to the south is a vacant property/parking lot, and directly to the west is an industrial building.
F. That petitioner testified that due to the industrial and commercial buildings on both sides of the subject property, they request to maintain the existing sign height of sixty (60) feet to allow the sign to remain safely visible from the roadways.
G. That petitioner testified that the standard size of most billboards is 14’ x 48’ and that the proposed sign will match the existing sign’s size, and that the only different will be an added LED/electronic message center sign panel, making the sign double-faced.
H. That petitioner testified that the proposed sign will be dimmable, and that the brightness automatically adjusts depending on the time of day/weather near the proposed sign.
I. That the Zoning Hearing Officer finds that petitioner has demonstrated evidence for a practical difficulty and unique circumstance in carrying out the strict letter of regulations of the Zoning Ordinance, as the existing billboard sign does not meet the current zoning regulations and that in order to remove and replace the existing billboard petitioner requires the requested zoning relief.
STANDARDS FOR VARIATIONS AND CONDITIONAL USES:
*Per Zoning Code Section 37-1411.3
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 billboard sign will not impair the adequate supply of light and air to the adjacent properties.
b. Increase the hazard from fire or other dangers to said property as petitioner has demonstrated that the proposed billboard sign will be built pursuant to all current building codes.
c. Diminish the value of land and buildings throughout the County as petitioner has demonstrated that they are replacing the existing billboard sign, which will be an added improvement to the surrounding area.
d. Unduly increase traffic congestion in the public streets and highways as petitioner has demonstrated that the proposed billboard sign and LED panel will conform to all current building codes and IDOT regulations, including the permitted refresh times for electronic message center signs.
e. Increase the potential for flood damages to adjacent property as petitioner has demonstrated that the County’s Stormwater Department has no objections to the proposed billboard sign.
f. Incur additional public expense for flood protection, rescue or relief as petitioner has demonstrated that the County’s Stormwater Department has no objections to the proposed billboard sign
g. Otherwise impair the public health, safety, comfort, morals or general welfare of the inhabitants of DuPage County as petitioner has demonstrated that they are relocating and replacing the existing billboard sign, that the proposed sign will conform to all Building Code and IDOT regulations, and therefore does 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-23-000098 Lamar Advertising |
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ZONING REQUEST |
1. Variation to increase the overall height of the new relocated electronic message center sign, from the permitted 20 feet overall height to approximately 60 feet; 2. Variation to increase the sign square footage from the permitted 50 square feet to approximately 672 square feet per face (1,344 square feet total); and 3. Conditional Use to permit the installation of a 14' x 48' LED digital display panels (electronic message center sign) on the newly re-located sign structure. |
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OWNER |
EDWIN HOFFMAN, 21W448 NORTH AVENUE, LOMBARD, IL 60148/ AGENT: LAMAR ADVERTISING (ATTN: SHAWN PETTIT), 9900 GEORGIA STREET, CROWN POINT, IN 46307 / PHIL LUETKEHANS, 105 EAST IRVING PARK ROAD, ITASCA, IL 60143 |
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ADDRESS/LOCATION |
21W448 NORTH AVENUE, LOMBARD, IL 60148 |
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PIN |
02-36-304-023 |
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TWSP./CTY. BD. DIST. |
BLOOMINGDALE |
DISTRICT 4 |
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ZONING/LUP |
B-1/B-2 BUSINESS |
LOCAL COMMERCIAL |
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AREA |
1.31 ACRES (57,064 SQ. FT.) |
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UTILITIES |
WATER AND SEWER |
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PUBLICATION DATE |
Daily Herald: December 26, 2023 |
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PUBLIC HEARING |
Wednesday, January 10, 2024 |
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: |
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Building: |
No Objections. |
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DUDOT: |
Our office has no jurisdiction in this matter. |
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Health: |
Our office has no jurisdiction in this matter. |
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Stormwater: |
Our office has no jurisdiction in this matter. |
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Public Works: |
Our office has no jurisdiction in this matter. |
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EXTERNAL: |
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Village of Glendale Heights: |
No Comments Received. |
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Village of Lombard: |
“As the subject property is located outside of the Village’s planning boundaries, the Village of Lombard has no comments on the petition.” |
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Village of Addison: |
No Comments Received. |
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Village of Glen Ellyn: |
No Comments Received. |
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Bloomingdale Township: |
No Comments Received. |
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Township Highway: |
No Objections. |
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Bloomingdale Fire Dist.: |
No Comments Received. |
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Sch. Dist. 41: |
No Comments Received. |
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Sch. Dist. 87: |
No Comments Received. |
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Forest Preserve: |
No Comments Received. |
GENERAL BULK REQUIREMENTS:
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REQUIREMENTS: |
REQUIRED |
EXISTING |
PROPOSED |
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Height: |
20 FT |
59.9 FT |
60 FT |
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Sign Face Area: |
50 SQ FT per face |
639 SQ FT per face |
672 SQ FT per face |
LAND USE
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Location |
Zoning |
Existing Use |
LUP |
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Subject |
B-1/B-2 BUSINESS |
COMMERCIAL |
Local Commercial |
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North |
R-4 SF RES |
HOUSE |
0-5 DU AC |
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South |
NORTH AVENUE AND BEYOND B-2 BUSINESS |
VACANT/PARKING |
COMMERCIAL |
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East |
B-1/B-2 BUSINESS/R-4 SF RES |
COMMERCIAL/ RESIDENTIAL |
COMMERCIAL |
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West |
VILLAGE OF GLENDALE HEIGHTS |
INDUSTRIAL |
VILLAGE OF GLENDALE HEIGHTS |
WHEREAS, the Zoning Hearing Officer, having considered in relation to the above and at the recommendation meeting held on January 10, 2024, recommends to approve the following zoning relief:
1. Variation to increase the overall height of the new relocated electronic message center sign, from the permitted 20 feet overall height to approximately 60 feet;
2. Variation to increase the sign square footage from the permitted 50 square feet to approximately 672 square feet per face (1,344 square feet total); and
3. Conditional Use to permit the installation of a 14' x 48' LED digital display panels (electronic message center sign) on the newly re-located sign structure.
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-23-000098 Lamar Advertising dated January 10, 2024.
2. That the owner/developer is to apply for and receive a Building Permit for all construction and/or excavation relative to development 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 February 20, 2024, 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:
1. Variation to increase the overall height of the new relocated electronic message center sign, from the permitted 20 feet overall height to approximately 60 feet;
2. Variation to increase the sign square footage from the permitted 50 square feet to approximately 672 square feet per face (1,344 square feet total); and
3. Conditional Use to permit the installation of a 14' x 48' LED digital display panels (electronic message center sign) on the newly re-located sign structure.
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-23-000098 Lamar Advertising dated January 10, 2024.
2. That the owner/developer is to apply for and receive a Building Permit for all construction and/or excavation relative to development on the property.
3. That the property be developed in accordance with all other codes and Ordinances of DuPage County.
Development Committee VOTE (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:
1. Variation to increase the overall height of the new relocated electronic message center sign, from the permitted 20 feet overall height to approximately 60 feet;
2. Variation to increase the sign square footage from the permitted 50 square feet to approximately 672 square feet per face (1,344 square feet total); and
3. Conditional Use to permit the installation of a 14' x 48' LED digital display panels (electronic message center sign) on the newly re-located sign structure, on the property hereinafter described:
PARCEL ONE: PART OF THE SOUTH HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, DESCRIBED BY COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION RUNNING THENCE NORTH 87 DEGREES 56 MINUTES EAST ALONG SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 2, 266.35 FEET FOR A PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 2 DEGREES 4 MINUTES WEST AT A RIGHT ANGLES WITH SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 440 FEET; THENCE NORTH 87 DEGREES 56 MINUTES EAST PARALLEL WITH SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 36, 99 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 2 DEGREES 4 MINUTES EAST 440 FEET TO SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION; THENCE SOUTH 87 DEGREES 56 MINUTES WEST ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE, 99 FEET TO PLACE OF BEGINNING, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
PARCEL TWO: THE WEST 99 FEET OF LOTS 3 AND 4 IN BLOCK 5 IN H.M. CORNELL AND COMPANY’S GLEN ELLYN ACRES, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTH HALF OF SOUTH HALF OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, 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-23-000098 Lamar Advertising dated January 10, 2024.
2. That the owner/developer is to apply for and receive a Building Permit for all construction and/or excavation relative to development 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; EDWIN HOFFMAN, 21W448 NORTH AVENUE, LOMBARD, IL 60148/ AGENT: LAMAR ADVERTISING (ATTN: SHAWN PETTIT), 9900 GEORGIA STREET, CROWN POINT, IN 46307 / PHIL LUETKEHANS, 105 EAST IRVING PARK ROAD, ITASCA, IL 60143; and Township Assessor, Bloomingdale Township, 123 N. Rosedale, Bloomingdale, IL 60108.
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Enacted and approved this 27th day of February, 2024 at Wheaton, Illinois.
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DEBORAH A. CONROY, CHAIR
DU PAGE COUNTY BOARD
Attest: ___________________________________
JEAN KACZMAREK, COUNTY CLERK