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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPacket - 07/18/2018 - Planning and Zoning CommissionPLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE
DATE: Wednesday, July 18, 2018
TIME: 7:30 p.m.
PLACE: McHenry Municipal Center
(Council Chambers)
333 South Green Street, McHenry, IL 60050
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Pledee of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
4. Public Input - (five minutes total on non -agenda items only)
S. Consideration of Approval of Meetins Minutes:
June 13, 2018 Regular Meeting
6. Z-933 Public Hearint; —Conditional Use Permit to allow an assembly use —educational
facility.
Applicant: Joseph Quinn, 9404 Nicholas Lane, Spring Grove, IL 60081.
Requested Actions: Conditional use permit to allow an assembly use (educational
facility), STEAM -based program for children to learn by doing with a small retail
component.
Location of Subject Property: The subject property is located at 1112 N. Green
Street.
7. Continuation of the Discussion of the City's Comprehensive Land Use Plan and
Development Policies (Focus on Existing Land Use and Future Land Use Maps).
The City of McHenry is dedicated to providing the citizens, businesses and visitors of McHenry with the highest
quality of programs and services in a customer -oriented, efficient an4 fiscally responsible manner.
8. Review of Agricultural and Mixed Use District Ordinances,
9. Next Meeting Date: August 15, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. in City Council Chambers
10. Adjourn
Published: July 11, 2018
The City of McHenry is dedicated to providing the citizens, businesses and visitors of McHenry with the highest
quality of programs and services in acustomer-oriented, efficient and Jiscaliy responsible manner.
City of McHenry
Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes
June 13, 2018
Chairman Strach called the June 13, 2018 regularly scheduled meeting of the City of McHenry
Planning and Zoning Commission to order at 7:33 p.m. In attendance were the following:
Doherty, Gurda, Miller, Sobotta, Strach, Thacker and Walsh. Absent: None. Also in attendance
were: Director of Economic Development Martin, City Attorney Cahill, Economic Development
Coordinator Wolf and Economic Development Assistant Conaway.
There was nobody in attendance who wished to address the Commission with public comment.
Approval of Minutes
Motion by Walsh seconded by Gurda to approve the May 16, 2018 Regular Meeting minutes of
the Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting as presented:
Voting Aye: Doherty, Gurda, Walsh, and Thacker.
Voting Nay: None.
Not Voting: None.
Abstaining: Miller, Sobotta, and Strach.
Absent: None.
Motion carried 4-0.
Public Hearing: Haitham Ramadan
File No. Z-931
414 5 Crystal Lake Road
Zoning Map Amendment from E - Estate to RM-2 - High Density Multi -Family Residential and
other Variances to develop the subject property in accordance with the site plan to construct
an approximately 74,000 square foot 72 unit independent unit living facility
Chairman Strach read into record an email from the petitioner's attorney, Sam Diamond,
Diamond & LeSueurI PC, withdrawing application for a Zoning Map Amendment from E -Estate
to RM-2 - High Density Multi -Family Residential and other Variances to develop the subject
property in accordance with the site plan to construct an approximately 74,000 square foot 72
unit independent unit living facility at 414 S. Crystal Lake Road, McHenry, IL 60050.
Director of Economic Development Martin stated that Mr. Ramadan will submit a new Public
Hearing Notice and plans on attending the July 11 Planning &Zoning Hearing.
Public Hearing: Graham Enterprise, Inc.
File No. Z-932
5301 Bull Valley Road
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June 13, 2018
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Conditional use permit for an automobile fueling station and a variance from the Landscaping
and Screening chapter of the Zoning Ordinance and a variance from outdoor lighting from the
provision in the Zoning Ordinance
Chairman Strach called the Public Hearing to order at 7:43 p.m. regarding File No. Z-932 an
application for a Conditional use permit for an automobile fueling station and a variance from
the Landscaping and Screening chapter of the Zoning Ordinance and a variance from outdoor
lighting from the provision in the Zoning Ordinance for the subject property located at 5301 Bull
Valley Road,
Chairman Strach stated Notice of the Public Hearing was published in the Northwest Herald on
May 29, 2018. Notices were mailed to all abutting property owners of record as required by
ordinance. The subject property was posted. A Certificate of Publication and Affidavit of
Compliance with notice requirements are on file in the City Clerk's Office.
In attendance were Brian Wente, Graham Enterprise, Inc. 750 Bunker Court, Suite 100, Vernon
Hills, IL 60061, Matt Ackerman and Chris Kalischefski, both of WT Group, 2675 Pratum Ave,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192. Mr. Kalischefski stated that Graham Enterprise Inc., plans to raze the
west portion of the site at 5301 Bull Valley Road. He stated they plan to increase the gasoline
dispensers from four to six pumps. He stated that the facility would be nearly new including
underground storage tanks and piping. He stated they are in compliance with the stringent
requirements of the State of IL and they are using the latest and greatest technology to ensure
safety. Mr. Kalischefski stated the building would be just over 5200 square foot. He stated
because of the uniqueness of the property they are proposing a sign that could be viewed from
all directions. Mr. Kalischefski stated they are asking for a variance to the landscaping
requirements due to the hardship to the business with respect to customers entering the
building. He stated that they are not eliminating the landscaping and stated that they are going
to move the materials that would be used at the outskirts of the property and opined that this
would make the area more attractive. Mr. Kalischefski stated they are also requesting a variance
for lighting for safety for the task related canopy area. He stated the LED lighting is not over
national standard but the city standard. He stressed the safety aspect of his request. Mr.
Kalischefski opined that the sophisticated urban design of the building makes it aesthetically
pleasing. He stated they are proposing a seating area with an arbor/trellis that will be surrounded
by landscaping. He stated they are only utilizing one fifth of the density allowed on the property
and they would like a conditional use permit with the six requirements stated. He stated there
is no environmental nuisance and opined that the building would enhance the neighborhood
character. He stated the car wash would be removed and he opined that the new facility is a
safe, harmonious use of the property and still preserves the rights of the neighbors. He stated
zoning is consistent with C-1 Convenience Commercial.
Director of
Economic Development
Martin stated the subject property
has
been utilized
as a gas
station and
the owner wishes to raze
the site and rebuild and rebrand
the
station. It is
located
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June 13, 2018
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along a major state route and within the middle of numerous businesses at a major intersection
near many residences.
The applicants are proposing to construct a Fueling center which will include: 12 fueling positions
(6 pumps) with 5,213 square foot convenience store with accompanying overhang (which can
protrude into the required yard).
Director of Economic Development Martin stated the applicant is requesting a Conditional Use
Permit to allow an automobile fueling station. Access points will not change. Two access points
are proposed, one off of Crystal Lake Road and one off of Bull Valley Road. This will not change
from what exists now. A traffic study was completed and concludes there is plenty of capacity
and there will be no adverse impacts as a result of the proposed redevelopment. He opined that
this is a major enhancement to area and further stated it does not change what exists.
Director of Economic Development Martin stated trip generation to the proposed gas
station/convenience store is directly proportional to the number of fueling positions the gas
station offers. It should be noted, however, a large percentage of trips are generated from pass -
by traffic or traffic already going past the site en route to another primary destination (60%).
Director of Economic Development Martin stated he thought this figure was more in the rate of
80-90 percent.
Director of Economic Development Martin stated the applicant is seekingthe following variances
from the zoning ordinance:
• Variance
to
eliminate the front
foundation plantings;
• Variance
to
exceed the on -site
lighting requirement.
Director of Economic Development Martin stated the applicant is requesting a variance from the
requirement to do front foundation plantings for the purpose of site safety. The operator
believes this, along with the enhanced lighting will make the site safer for its customers. Staff
does not have a problem with this variance. The applicant is depicting landscaping on all other
sides of the building. Safety is valid request for variance.
Director of Economic Development Martin stated the applicant is requesting a variance to exceed
the maximum number of foot candles of lighting, speccally under the canopy. The ordinance
allows 40, and the applicant has upwards of 60 plus, however this is strictly limited to under the
canopy. Due to the concentration of the LED lighting the lighting levels around the remainder of
the site are much lower and very low at the property lines. Staff does not have a concern with
this. Staff believes with the switch to LED lighting the site will have more of a uniform
appearance from a lighting perspective and does not believe this will adversely impact
neighboring sites. Variance is out of date, 60 is not that much higher. Led does not have much
spill over. Director of Economic Development Martin opined this is an enhancement of property.
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Director of Economic Development Martin stated that Staff is recommending Approval of the
Conditional Use Permit to allow an automobile fueling station subjectto the following conditions:
• The project is developed in accordance with the Improvement Plans prepared by W-T
Engineering Group dated 5/18/18 and consisting of ten pages;
• Sidewalks shall be installed along Bull Valley Road and Crystal Lake Road along the
entire frontage of the property;
Staff finds the requirements set forth in Table 31 have been met.
Approval of a Variance from Chapter VIII. Landscaping and Screening Table 15 to forgo the
requirement for building plantings at the front.
Approval of a Variance from the Outdoor Lighting Regulations to allow outdoor lighting in
conformance with the plan submitted by WT Engineering.
Staff finds the requirements set forth in Table 32 of the Zoning Ordinance have been met.
Chairman Strach invited questions and/or commentsfrom the Commission. Commissioner Miller
stated she did not see the plans for sidewalks on Crystal Lake and Bull Valley Roads. Mr.
Kalischefski stated that because of the property layout and large swale, there is not room for a
sidewalk to the south. They would consider a sidewalk along Crystal Lake Road with an
agreement from the City to maintain since that would need to be on the Graham property.
Director of Economic Development Martin stated that there is a city ordinance that all
commercial properties have a sidewalk but further stated that there may be alternatives.
Discussion ensured regarding sidewalk placement. Chairman Strach opined a solution could be
found between Staff and the petitioner.
Commissioner Sobotta inquired if standard lighting had presented any incidents. Mr. Kalischefski
stated that there were none. Mr. Wente concurred. Chairman Strach opined the increase was
due to the change from florescent to LED. Director of Economic Development Martin stated it is
also energy and cost effective, long term. Commissioner Doherty inquired about the building
texture. Mr. Kalischefski stated there are three different materials that are being proposed;
stone panels, smooth Aluminum Composite Material —which is clean, smooth and insulated and
a stucco type. He further stated this is around all four sides. Commissioner Doherty inquired if
there would be a curb around the building. Mr. Kalischefski stated there would be a transitional,
curb free area with safety devices to stop cars from going through the building. Commissioner
Doherty inquired how many tables were on the side. Mr. Kalischefski stated there would be three
tables on the side.
Commissioner Thacker inquired if they had this structure in another area or if this would be a
first. Mr. Kalischefski stated this would be the first of its type. Commissioner Thacker inquired if
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once City
Council
approval
is given
what the timeframe for completion would be. Mr. Kalischefski
stated as
soon as
possible,
by the
end of the year.
Commissioner Miller inquired if this would be a 24 hour per day operation. Mr. Wente stated it
would be. Chairman Strach inquired if it was currently. Mr. Wente stated no but there have
been requests for early morning hours.
Commissioner Gurda opined that the appearance would be an improvement. He inquired if the
seating would be for customer use. Mr. Kalischefski stated that is the intent. Commissioner
Gurda inquired if alcohol consumption would be allowed. Mr. Wente responded that their liquor
license does not allow for alcohol to be consumed on the premises. He further stated that alcohol
consumption would not be allowed, supported or encouraged.
Commissioner Walsh inquired if there was a sidewalk out the rear of the building. Mr.
Kalischefski stated it was for employee use and emergencies.
Chairman Strach opened the floor to questions and comments from the audience. There was
nobody in attendance who wished to address the Commission regarding this matter. Chairman
Strach closed the public comment portion of the hearing 8:14 p.m.
Commissioner Walsh inquired if the variance would be changed to reflect the front landscaping.
Director of Economic Development Martin stated he would have the motion specify front
landscaping. Chairman Strach stated the motion should consider Table 32 requirements have
been met as well. Director of Economic Development Martin stated that is correct for both
variances, that the requirements have been met for Table 32,
Motion by Miller seconded by Thacker to recommend to the City Council with regard to File No.
Z-932 approval of an application for a Conditional use Permit to allow an automobile fueling
station for the subject property located at 5301 Bull Valley Road, subject to the following
conditions,
• The project is developed in accordance with the Improvement Plans prepared by W-T
Engineering Group dated 5/18/18 and consisting of ten pages;
• Sidewalks shall be installed along Bull Valley Road and Crystal Lake Road along the
entire frontage of the property as discussed and negotiated;
Staff finds the requirements set forth in Table 31 have been met.
Approval of a Variance from Chapter VIII. Landscaping and Screening Table 15 to forgo the
requirement far building plantings in the front.
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June 13, 2018
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Approval of a Variance from the Outdoor Lighting Regulations to allow outdoor lighting in
conformance with the plan submitted by WT Engineering.
Staff finds the requirements set forth in Table 32 have been met.
Voting Aye: Doherty, Gurda, Miller, Sobotta, Strach, Thacker and Walsh.
Voting Nay: None.
Not Voting: None,
Abstaining: None,
Absent: None,
Chairman Strach closed the Public Hearing regarding File No. Z-932 at 8:18 p.m.
Continuation of the Discussion of the City's Comprehensive Land Use Plan
And Development Policies (Focus on Existing Land Use and Future Land Use Maps)
Director of Economic Development Martin stated the "McHenry Pedestrian Loop" map layout
and goals. He stated that this is a Downtown McHenry Loop which emanates from each of the
City's three downtown areas out to the rest of the City, tying in Main Street with Riverside Drive
and Green Street. He stated the blown up map shows the mixed use category. Director of
Economic Development Martin stated that approximately 5.8 acres know as the King farm is for
sale. He stated the focus of this meeting would be on the western part of city. The area
depicted as the "purple bubble" is not within the city limits. Director of Economic
Development Martin presented the map layout that was discussed at the last meeting. He
presented the Existing Future Land Use Map and pointed out the Facility Planning Area which is
the hash tag marking. He stated the commission should pay close attention to that area which
could be served with city water and sewer. He stated that we had discussed adding a mixed
use and agricultural category to our Zoning Ordinance. He stated that McHenry County has two
agricultural categories which are used as a holding zones that can be rezoned when someone
comes in. Director of Economic Development Martin would like to complete the plan and hold
open public meetings prior to bringing the updated maps to City Council. Director of Economic
Development Martin stated he also included the Riverwalk preliminary design.
Chairman Strach stated he would like to help Commissioner Gurda catch up to the discussion
and stated the Commission would like to tie the downtown areas together with the proposed
bike loop. He stated the McHenry County Conservation Districts' trail stops and the goal is to
extend that trail down Main Street, cross over IL Route 31 down to Rotary Park and as
Riverwalk is finished, catch the edge of the Riverwalk east down to Riverside Drive pedestrian
bridge, extending down Riverside Drive to McCullom Lake Road west bound crossing over IL
Route 31 and catch up to the Prairie Path at Petersen Park. Chairman Strach opined the "Loop"
would bring everything together. Discussion ensued regarding dangerous crossings at Main
Street and 11 Route 31 and McCullom Lake Road and 11 Route 31. The commissioners were in
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agreement that this is an issue that would need to be addressed. Chairman Strach opined if the
path becomes highly usable then it would be beneficial to go either over or under IL Route 31.
Commissioner Miller inquired the length of the Loop in total. Chairman Strach stated he would
measure the length and report back to the Commission. Economic Development Coordinator
Wolf stated that she attended the McHenry County Active Communities Work Group and
stated that their goal is safety education for bike path use. She stated Chicago drivers are more
aware and that there is an initiative to have county -wide drivers become more safe and aware
of bike traffic. Commissioner Miller opined that the Loop could tie the area together with no
building and little expense.
Director of Economic Development Martin asked commissioners to look at the city boundaries
on the map. He stated most areas are platted except the gravel pit which is low density
residential. He inquired if the amount of low density residential zoning was necessary for growth.
He stated that there was 1000 plus acres in that area. Discussion ensued regarding vacant land
bordering the west end of the city most of which is currently zoned RS-1 Low Density Single -
Family Residential, some of which is wetland and changing the current residential zoning to the
new agricultural zoning category. Commission Thacker inquired about the cornfield on Dartmoor
that is for sale. Director of Economic Development Martin stated that is not Gerstad, Chairman
Strach stated the property is unincorporated. Discussion ensured regarding the change from
residential to agricultural for future use. Commissioners agreed that changes should be made
from RS1 to Agricultural for future growth to the gravel pit area — north of IL Route 120, Director
of Economic Development Martin stated the area of Wonder Lake Road and IL Route 120 has a
pre annexation agreement for C5 Highway Commercial.
Chairman Strach inquired if McHenry Counts agricultural category works for the city. Director
of Economic Development Martin opined it would. Commissioner Strach inquired in the
McHenry County 9.1a overview of agricultural worked for the commission. The commissioners
were in agreement to have Director of Economic Development Martin move forward with the
addition of agricultural zoning category.
Chairman Strach inquired about the area west of IL Route 31, west of railroad, south of Patriot
Estates would be agricultural zoning. Discussion ensued regarding current zoning of the areas
west of IL Route 31, including the new agricultural zoning area category was discussed on the
parcels bordering IL Route 31, Director of Economic Development Martin stated the logical
south boundary would be the "Puccini" property south of Bull Dogs Ale House, that is currently
agricultural and wetland.
Commissioner Doherty inquired if Thatcher Woods was in the City limits. Director of Economic
Development Martin stated it is in Wonder Lake.
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Director of Economic Development Martin stated there could be a logical extension of Curran
Road —the west bypass — that would move south to the Stade property and connect to Crystal
Lake Road. He inquired if there could be a need for Petersen Park South,
Commissioner Sobotta opined that since there are no utilities in the Finch Farm parcel, a solar
farm might be a good fit. He further opined that it could help with energy costs, create jobs
and be of no cost to the city. He stated that in Elk Grove, industrial parks are a huge revenue
builder. Director of Economic Development Martin stated we should make that property
agricultural with a note as a reminder of the solar farm idea. Chairman Strach opined that
would be ideal use for the low land areas. Commissioner Miler opined that might bring
developers who are interested in alternative energy. Discussion ensued regarding the
alternative power industry.
Chairman Strach inquired if the area at Martin Road and IL Route 120 was currently agricultural.
Director of Economic Development Martin confirmed that it was. Commissioner Doherty
inquired about the current property use. Chairman Strach stated corn is farmed there.
Commissioner Miller opined that in the future, it would probably become estates like Martin
Woods. All commissioners were in agreement with the current zoning of the property.
Discussion ensued regarding the mapping of the area North of IL Route 120, East of Wonder
Lake Road and West of Ringwood Road. Chairman Strach inquired if the review was completed
for tonight. Director of Economic Development stated he would like to see the agricultural land
use laid out and further stated that there was a need to finish south and east areas at the next
meeting. Chairman Strach stated every year the commission should work to keep the maps up
to date. He further stated that the intent of the commission should be to annually revisit the
Future Land Use Map. Commissioner Doherty inquired if any of the property from Martin Road
to Ridge Road was within the city limits. Chairman Strach stated the gravel pit property was
within the city. Director of Economic Development Martin stated the property on the south
side of IL Route 120 was in the city. Chairman Strach stated the farm houses on the south side
were not in the city limits. Commissioner Doherty inquired if there was any property that could
be zoned commercial. Chairman Strach stated the corner of Wonder Lake Road and IL Route
120 on the south side is within the city and the north side has a pre -annexation agreement with
the city. Chairman Strach stated that a map of the Riverwalk was also included for review.
The commissioners gave approval to Director of Economic Development Martin to formulate a
general description ofthe agricultural zoning classification and agreed on the general future land
uses for the western and southern areas.
Staff Report
Director of Economic Development Martin stated that the July 11, 2018 meeting would be held
at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. There are presently one case for July 11tn
Adjournment
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Motion by Thacker, seconded by Doherty, to adjourn the meeting at 8:05 p.m.
Voting Aye: Doherty, Gurda, Miller, Sobotta, Strach, Thacker and Walsh.
Voting Nay: None.
Not Voting: None.
Abstaining: None.
Absent: None.
Motion carried 7-0. The meeting was adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
G
Shawn Strach, Chairman
City of McHenry, Planning & Zoning Commission
[PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT Z-933 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO
ALLOW AN ASSEMBLY USE -EDUCATIONAL FACILITY]
Applicant
Joseph Quinn
9404 Nicholas Ln.
Spring Grove, IL 60081
Requested Actions
Conditional use permit to allow an assembly use (educational facility), STEAM -based program
for children to learn by doing with a small retail component.
Location and Size of Property
The property is located at 1112 N Green Street and consists of 1.10 acres.
Core Downtown Sub -Area Plan Designation:
Mixed -Use
Existins Zoning and Land Use
The subject property is zoned C-4 Downtown Commercial and contains numerous commercial
uses and 27 residential rental living units in a mixed -used building (River Place Luxury
Residences).
Adjacent Zonine and Land Use
North: C-4 Downtown Commercial, D.C. Cobbs Restaurant
South RS-4, High Density Multi -Family Residential, McHenry East Campus
East 0-1 Local Office, McHenry Villa
West: C-4, Vacant Building
Background and Description of Request
Snapology is a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) based program which
teaches kids by having them do different activities, similar to what many of the primary schools
do. It is a franchise -based business and the couple proposing to run the business out of River
Place has the franchise rights for this area. They are requesting an assembly use, due to the
number of children/adults that will be in the unit at any one time (more than 25).
An assembly use is defined as: A building, structure, place or parts thereof for groups of people
to gather for an event or regularly scheduled program that is educational, cultural, spiritual,
social, or recreational in nature. The only exceptions to this definition include: building, tenant
space, room or space used for public assembly purposes as defined herein with an occupant load
of 25 persons or less and spaces less than 750 square feet in floor area.
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[PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT Z-933 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO
ALLOW AN ASSEMBLY USE -EDUCATIONAL FACILITY]
Staff Analysis
All building codes will be met and the building inspectors have already done a couple of walk-
thrus of the unit. An assembly use for zoning purposes is required due to the number of people
in the unit, which may result in adverse impacts to adjacent land uses. However most of the
people will be children so there will not be a great demand for more parking and this business
will be primarily open during the day and early evening hours. Staff does not have any
concerns with this use and believes it will add to the diversity of uses in the River Place building.
Staff Recommendation Prior to Public Hearing
Approval of a Conditional use permit to allow an assembly use (educational facility) to locate in
1112 N Green Street.
Staff finds the requirements of Table 31 of the zoning ordinance have been met.
Attachments
• Location Map
• Application Packet
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[PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT Z=933 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO
ALLOW AN ASSEMBLY USE -EDUCATIONAL FACILITY]
Location Map: 1112 N Green Street
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MClIt NRY
Greetings,
July 3, 2018
At Snapology, we believe that children are meant to learn through play. When children are
engaged in interactive, hands-on learning activities, their creativity flourishes and they show an
increased interest in school. We help your child grow up with a thirst for knowledge. How do we
do it? Snapology engages children ages 2-14 using LEGOOO bricks, K'Nex and technology.
Snapology is the premier partner for STEAM programs, offering year-round programs in schools,
community facilities, and park districts. Kids have so much fun in our programs that they don't
even realize they're learning!
Snapology of McHenry is a local, family run business. We live in Spring Grove with our 4
children; Riley (10), Nolan (7), Greyson, Avery (10 months) and our rescue pup Lucy. We are
excited at the prospect of bringing hands on education in a fun setting to local children and
being a part of a thriving business community.
Sincerely,
Joseph and Vanessa Quinn
Owners
Snapo�loq,, of McHenry
Mchenry.snapology.com
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mchenry@snapology.com
Executive Summary
Business Description and Vision
Definition of the Market
Description of the Products and Services
Organization and Management
Marketing and Sales Strategy
Financial Management
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Executive Summary
Snapology programs provide a unique atmosphere for students to learn while having
fun using Lego® bricks and other similar building toys. The activities are designed to
trigger children Is lively imaginations, build self-confidence and promote teamwork.
Snapology offers many programs designed to teach early learning skills and the
concepts of science, mathematics, technology, literacy, engineering, architecture and
animation.
Snapology
offers:
•
After -school enrichment programs
•
Evening classes
•
Daytime classes
•
Summer/Winter camps
•
Birthday parties
•
Play dates
•
Field Trips
•
Scouting events
•
Open creative play
•
Home -school Solutions
•
Sale of building sets, blocks and other related items.
Snapology began in Pittsburgh in 2010 and currently has 55 domestic and
international locations. Snapology programs grow quickly and experience immediate
success due to the following business model attributes:
• Low start-up cost
• Quick profitability
• High profit margins
• Programs are affordable for parents
• Combination of education and fun leads parents to enroll children in
Snapology's programs even in a difficult economy
• Use of Snapology 's proven guidelines, lesson plans and business model
make ownership easy and fun
• Snapology operating territories are broad
• Ongoing support for new owners is available from Snapology Corporate
• Owners have continued access to new programs and fresh ideas
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Business Desc13iption and Vision
Mission:
To teach children about science and technology through organized play in a clean,
safe, fun environment.
Vision:
Within the next 5 years, Snapology will operate in over 100 locations throughout the
world. Within the next 10 years, Snapology will operate in over 250 locations
throughout the world.
Snapology was created by two sisters, Laura Coe and Lisa Coe, who observed the
love their children and nephews had for creative play using building blocks and other
materials that snap together. They discovered the need for a center for children to
go to play and learn. The idea of offering enrichment classes and camps to teach
engineering, mathematics, architecture and animation technology concepts excited them
given both of their backgrounds in mathematics and science.
The structure Snapology's programs were inspired by discovery centers in Europe that
use blocks to teach children.
Laura Coe and Lisa Coe are the founders and principal owners of the Franchisor,
Snapology.
Vanessa
and
Joseph
Quinn are the principal owners and operators of the Snapology
franchise
in
McHenry,
Illinois.
The Discovery Center:
At our discovery center, we will host camps, classes, birthday parties, field trips and
other events. Our ideal class size is 10-16 students. Some classes may be as
large as 20 students. Classes 16-20 students will likely have 2 instructors depending
on the subject. The lead instructor (all lead instructors) will have prior teaching
experience.
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Definition of the Market
There are very few
companies
throughout the United
States
that offer the
types of
classes, camps and
discovery
centers that Snapology
offers.
At present,
it is a
completely untapped
market in
the McHenry area and
many
other markets
in the US.
Snapology, however, will compete with other children's programs and centers that offer
classes, camps and birthday parties to children. Most existing programs are centered
on athletics, arcade games and bounce play.
Snapology's target market is children ages 2 - 14. Reaching out to pre-schools,
elementary schools and middle schools will be the primary means to provide after -
school enrichment classes.
Snapology
Discovery
Centers appeal to
and are
marketed
to the parents of 2-14 year
olds
as a
place to
bring their children
to learn,
play and
celebrate birthdays.
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Description of the Products and Services
Snapology programs provide a unique atmosphere for students to learn while having
fun using Lego® bricks and other building toys. The activities are designed to trigger
children's lively imaginations, build self-confidence and promote teamwork. Snapology
offers many programs designed to teach early learning skills and the concepts of
science, mathematics, technology, literacy, engineering, architecture and animation.
Snapology will offer the following products and services:
After -school enrichment programs
• Evening classes
• Daytime classes
• Summer/Winter camps
• Birthday parties
• Play dates
• Field trips
Scouting events
• Open creative play
• Home -school solutions
• Social skills groups
• Sale of building sets, blocks and other related items.
Snapology of McHenry anticipates that initially 95% of its revenue will be derived
from services and the remaining 5% will come from sales. Looking longer term, we
expect the revenue from retail sales to increase.
Child safety, and child safety training is of utmost importance to Snapology.
Snapology has a registered ORI number as a private company. All employees of
Snapology will undergo a CHRI fingerprinting process through the FBI and Illinois
State Police. Employees will also undergo Abuse Prevention Awareness Training.
During classes or camps away from our center, we will work with our partners to
ensure our check in and check out procedures meet or exceed the standards of our
partners. During classes and camps within our center, we will have a 3 step
process in place to ensure the children's safety. Step 1: Record the guardian
dropping off the student with ID and signature. Step 2: A card or wristband will
be distributed to both student and guardian. Step 3: The guardian and student will
sign in and out via software to capture names and contact information.
Organization and Management
The Franchisor, Snapology LLC, is
owned by Laura
Coe and
Lisa Coe. The
business is currently operated as a
Limited Liability
Company
(LLC).
Laura Coe holds a
BS in Mathematics from Pennsylvania State
University. She has
been employed as
an Actuary in
the healthcare industry for the
past 20+ years.
Laura has a broad
background in
mathematics, statistics and finance and is a
seasoned business
owner. Laura
has owned several successful
small businesses in
the past.
Lisa Coe holds a BS in Pharmacy from the University of Pittsburgh. She has been
employed as Pharmacist and Consultant in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industry
for the past 25 years. Lisa has extensive experience in sales, marketing and
strategic business management. Her sales and operational experience is key to the
success of Snapology.
Snapology of McHenry is owned by Vanessa and Joseph Quinn. The business is
currently operated as a &Corporation.
Vanessa holds a BS in Business Management with an emphasis in Human
Resources from Northeastern Illinois University. She has a background in
recruiting/staffing, technology sales and most recently as the Director of Educational
Outreach programs for a non profit organization. Vanessa has taken pride in being
actively involved in the local community and is passionate about lifelong learning.
Joseph holds an MBA from Northern Illinois University and BS in Business
Management with an emphasis in Finance from Northeastern Illinois University.
Joseph has a background in finance; most recently as a market president over
seeing a large territory. Duties included sales management, but also helping to
create and facilitate leadership and sales courses on behalf of the company. Joseph
has been active in community board roles for many years and believes it is our
responsibility to give back to communities.
Marketing and Sales Strategy
Snapology's target market is children ages 2-14 and their parents. Our research
indicates a significant interested in classes, camps, birthday parties and open play for
this target market.
We
will reach
out to the children and parents
via school correspondences, direct
mail,
magazine
advertisements, e-marketing and
social networking.
Snapology is has developed a strong brand as well as professionally -developed lesson
plans and marketing materials. Due to the educational nature of our programs,
schools and facilitators are highly receptive to offering Snapology programs.
Word of mouth is Snapology's greatest marketing tool. Snapology also holds a great
online search engine and social media presence.
Financial projections and details available upon request.
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Planned Isuildout
FORM A
PUBLIC HEARING APPLICATION
Planning and Zoning Commission
City of McHenry
File Number Z-933
333 Souih Green Stree[ °McHenry, lL 60050 °Tel: (8I5) 363-2170 °Fas: (815) 363-2I73
1. Name of Applicant =Joseph
2.
3. Name of Engineer
(If represented)
Address
4. Name of Attorney Patrick Smith
(If represented)
Address 210 Crystal St, Ste A. Cary, IL 60013
Address 9404 Nicholas Ln, Spring Grove, IL 60081
Name of Property Owner RNM, LLC
If other than Applicant)
Address 1300 E Woodfield Rd, Ste 150, Schaumburg, IL 60173
TeI
Fax
Tel 224-357-6060
Fax_
Tel 847-401-5608
Fas
Te1847-239-7516
Fax
5. Cotntnon Address or Location of ProperTy 11 12 N Gt�en St McHenry, IL 60050
6. Requested Actions) (check all that apply)
Zoning Map Amendment (Rezoning)
x Conditional Use Permit
Zoning Variance
Zoning Variance -Minor
Zoning Test Amendment
Other
Provide a brief description of the Requested Action(s). For example, the operation that requires a
Conditional Use Permit, the specific Zoning Variance needed, or the new zoning classification that is
requested:
The operation requires a conditional use permit for general assembly to operate as an education
FOIuv1 A Page 1 of 3
7. Current Use of Property Vacant space in larger mixed use building
8. Current Zoning Classification of Property, hrcluding Variances or Conditional Uses
Currentl,�g used as a leasing office
9. Current Zoning Classification and Land Use of Adjoining Properties
North:
South:
East:
West:
10. Required Attachments (check all items submitted)
Please refer to the Public Hearing Requirements Checklist to determine the required attachments.
1. Application Fee (amount) $
Z. Narrative Description of Request
3, FORM A — Public Hearing Application
4, FORM B — Zoning Map Amendment (Rezoning) Application
5. FORM C — Conditional Use Application
6. FORM D — Zoning Variance Application
7. FORM E — Use Variance Application
8. Proof of Ownership and/or Written Consent from Property Owner in the Form of an
Affidavit
9. Plat of Survey with Legal Description
10. List of Owners of all Adjoining Properties
11. Public Hearing Notice
12. Sign (Provided by the City, to be posted by the Applicant)
13. Site Plan
14. Landscape Plan
15. Architectural Rendering of Building Elevations
16. Performance Standards Certification
17. Traffic Analysis
18. School Impact Analysis
FORMA Page 2 of 3
11. Disclosure of Interest
The party signing the application shall be considered the Applicant. 'fhe Applicant must be the owner
or trustee of record, trust beneficiary, lessee, contract purchaser, or option holder of the subject
property or his or her agent or nominee.
Applicant is Not Owner
If the Applicant is not the owner of record of the subject property, the application shall disclose the
legal capacity of the Applicant and the full name, address, and telephone number of the owner(s). In
addition, an affidavit of the owners(s) shall be filed with the application stating that the Applicant has
the authority from the owners(s) to make the application.
Applicant or Owner is Corporation or Partnership
If the Applicant, owner, contract purchaser, option holder, or any beneficiary of a land trust is a
corporation or partnership, the application shall disclose the name and address of the corporation's
officers, directors, and registered agents, or the partnership's general partners and those shareholders
or limited partners owning in excess of five percent of the outstanding stock or interest in the
corporation or interest shared by the limited partners.
Applicant or Owner is a land Trust
If the Applicant or owner is a land trust or other trust or trustee thereof, the full name, address,
telephone number, and extent of interest of each beneficiary shall be disclosed in the application.
l2. Certification
1 hereby certify that I am aware of all code requirements of the City of McHenry that relate to this
property and that the proposed use or development described in this application shall comply with an
such codes.
I hereby request that a public hearing to consider this application be held before the Planning and
Zoning Commission, and thereafter that a recommendation be forwarded to the City Council for the
adoption of an ordinance(s) granting the requested action(s), including any modifications to this
application or conditions of approval recommended by the Zoning Board of Appeals or City Council.
Signature of Applicants)
Print Name and Designation of Applicants)
U"
FORMA Page 3 of 3
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CONDITIONAL USF PERMIT
Planning and Zoning Commission
City of McHenry
File Number Z-933
333 South Green Street McHenry, IL 60050 Tel: (815) 363-2170 Fax: (815) 363-2173
Table 31 of the City of McHenry
Zoning Ordinance provides
that in
recommending approval or
conditional approval of a Conditional
Use Permit, the Planning and
Zoning Commission shall transmit to
the City Council written findings that
all of the conditions listed below apply
to the requested action.
Please respond to each of these conditions as it relates to ,, o�quest.
L Traffic
Any adverse impact of types or volumes of traffic flow not otherwise typical in the zoning district has
been minimized.
No adverse impact on types or volumes traffic is to be expected.
2. Environmental Nuisance
Any adverse effects of noise, glare, odor, dust, waste disposal, blockage of light or air, or other adverse
environmental effects of a type or degree not characteristic of permitted uses in the zoning district have
been appropriately controlled.
No adverse effects of noise, glare, odor, dust, waste disposal, blockage of light or air or to
any other element of the environment is to be expended.
3. Neighborhood Character
The proposed use will fit harmoniously with the existing natural or man-made character of its
surroundings and with permitted uses in the zoning district. The use will not have undue deleterious
effect on the environmental quality, property values, or neighborhood character existing in the area or
normally associated with permitted uses in the district.
We believe Snapology will be a wonderful add to the community that will fit in to the existing nature and
character of the neighborhood. Sna op IOgy that will not have an adverse impact on environmental quality,
property values and neighborhood character.
4. Public Services and Facilities
The proposed use will not require existing community facilities or services to a degree disproportionate to
that normally expected of permitted uses in the district, nor generate disproportionate demand for new
services or facilities, in such a way as to place undue burdens upon existing development in the area.
Snapoloay
will
not
require
existing
community
facilities
or
services to a
degree
disproportionate
to that
normallyexpected
of
permitted
uses in the
district, nor
generate disproportionate
demand
for new
services
or facilities,
in
such
a way
as to place
undue
burdens
upon existingdevelopment
in the
area.
FORM C Page 1 of 2
SHAW MEDIA
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ORDER CONFIRMATION
Salesperson: BARBARA BEHRENS Printed at 06/29/18 15:04 by bbehr-sm
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PO BOX 250
CRYSTAL LAKE IL 60039-0250
(815)459-4040
ORDER
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Salesperson:
BARBARA BEHRENS
Printed at 06/29/18
15:04 by bbehr-sm
Acct #: 10069745
PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
FILE Z-033
Notice Is hereby given Thal the
Cily of McHenry Planning and
Zoning Commission will hold a
Public Hearing at the McHenry
Municipal Center, 333 South Green
Sheet, McHenry, Fllnois 60050, of
7:30 P.M. on July 18, 2018 to
consider an application by
Snapology, 1112 N. Green Street,
McHenry, IL 60050 ('Applicenf)
and RNM, Li 1407 Lowden
Lano, Mi. Prospect, IL 60056
(Properly Owner) for the fallowing
requesf In occardunca wfih the City
of McHenry Zoning 0ldinance:
Gondigonol Use Permit to allow
an assembly use far young adults
(publicipale evenVgolhedng
space) at 1112 N Green Sheet,
loafed at River Place, and
any other Variances required efec-
fueling the aforementioned requesl
River Place, is a rnexeckuse
resldenfiagnon-reMtlenMl building,
located on one we more or less
at 1104-1130 N Green Street and
3538-3542 Waukegan Road,
McHenry, IL COOK 'Subject
Property," and 1112 N. Green
Street is one ground level non-
residential unit within River Place
and located on the Subject
Property. The Subject Property Is
generalty lacoled at The noMeow
corner of Green Street and
Waukegan Road.
PIN (Property Identification
(lumber) of subJed property:
09-26-459-025,
The Subjed Property is cuoengy
zoned C-4, Downtown
Commercial.
A copy of the application is an
file and may be exondned during
regular business Mars in the Guy
Clerk's Office, al the McHenry
Municipal Center, 333 South Green
Street, McHenry, Vince 60050,
and (815) 363-2100- AJI
inleasted pandas will be glean an
opportunity to be heard. Published
by order of the Planning antl
Zoning Commission, City of
McHenry, McHenry County. Illnols.
yy Shown Slroch
Chairman, Planning and
Zoning Commission
(Published In me Northwest Harald
on July3, 2018) 1554848
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SPRING GROVE_____________
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[PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT: CONSIDERATION OF VARIOUS
AMENDMENTS AND UPDATES TO THE CITY OF
MCHENRY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND DEVELOPMENT
POLICIES AND CITY OF MCHENRY FUTURE LAND USE
MAP AND AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY OF MCHENRY
ZONING ORDINANCE]
Applicant
City of McHenry
333 S Green Street
McHenry, IL 60050
OBJECTIVES FOR MEETING
• Discuss Future Land Use Map -Southern and Eastern Quadrants of City with Prairie
Grove Boundary Agreement;
• Come to consensus on Future Land Uses for entire Future Land Use Map
• Review the McHenry County Agriculture and Mixed -Use District Zoning Ordinance
Amendments
BACKGROUND
The Commission has discussed the northern, western, southwestern and interior portions of
the City including the associated boundary agreements. Staff worked with HR Green in having a
map prepared depicting the southern and eastern portions of the City with the extraterritorial
planning area (1.5 miles beyond City boundaries). The map will most likely not be ready until
the meeting so staff will bring it to the meeting. Staff has also included the Prairie Grove
boundary Agreement, as this is the only boundary agreement which impacts the southern and
eastern portions of the City. The City does not have a boundary agreement with the Village of
Lakemoor.
Staff also prepared amendments to the zoning ordinance for an
Agriculture District and Mixed Use District. These would complement the Agriculture and
Mixed -Use Land Use categories on the Future Land Use Map.
GOALS FOR MEETING
The goals for the meeting are to focus on the parcels of land, specifically the large vacant ones,
and ones that most likely will be redeveloped and/or developed in the City of McHenry. There
are a couple of key factors to take into consideration:
• On the map the City's Facilities Planning Area Boundary Line (hashed marked) is
depicted; that means the City can legally serve the property with water and sewer.
While FPAs can be amended there is a fairly lengthy process a municipality must go
through;
• It's important to keep in mind the original sheet "A GRASSROOTS COMMUNITY -WIDE
PLANNING EFFORT: THE FUTURE OF COMMUNITY IS BEING PLANNED NOW! GET
INVOLVED! ##MCHENRYMATTERS" and the four main headings/goals on that sheet and
the objectives and long-term challenges we will be facing as a community;
[PLANNING; AND ZONING COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT: CONSIDERATION OF VARIOUS
AMENDMENTS AND UPDATES TO THE CITY OF
MCHENRY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND DEVELOPMENT
POLICIES AND CITY OF MCHENRY FUTURE LAND USE
MAP AND AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY OF MCHENRY
ZONING ORDINANCE]
• It's also important to keep in mind environmental and buffer zones;
• While the City can plan 1.5 miles behind its borders it's important to keep in mind the
City would also have to service any properties which were annexed to the City;
however, at the same time sometimes smaller villages may plan for higher density
housing or commercial/industrial, which the City of McHenry may not believe is
appropriate and could negatively impact the City of McHenry, therefore these buffer
areas should be considered just that -buffer areas between one municipality and
another. While it may be impractical for a property to be annexed to the City, it is still
important to take serious consideration of what land use could serve as an appropriate
buffer area;
• It's also important to keep in mind the Prairie Grove Boundary Agreement is at the
southern boundary of Morgan Hill Subdivision, off of Illinois Route 31;
• South of this area is the large planned development Prairie Grove is planning, formerly
Terra Cotta/Wild Flower, where they want to construct a Metra Station and town
Center;
• The City's FPA adjacent to Lakemoor ends at Chapel Hill Road and Illinois Route 120.
East of Chapel Hill Road, Northern Moraine Sanitary District provides sewer to the
surrounding area, however there are no utilities except City of McHenry utilities close to
the intersection of Chapel Hill Road and Illinois Route 120,
STAFF RECOMMENDATION PRIOR TO PUBLIC HEARING: It is the goal to gain acceptance of
the Commission of the general future land uses of the City and acceptance of the Agriculture
and Mixed Use Design District Ordinances generally.
ATTACHMENT
• City of McHenry "A Grassroots Community -Wide Planning Effort: The Future of Our
Community is Being Planning Now! Get Involved! #McHenryMatters"
• Prairie Grove Boundary Agreement
• Agriculture District
• Mixed Use Design District
"A GRASSROOTS COMMUNITY WIDE PLANNING EFFORT: Inc FUTURE OF OUR
COMMUNITY IS BEING PLANNED NOW! GET INVOLVED! #MCHENRYMATTERS"
Global Overview, Regional Placement: The "New Reality;' "New Normal!"
• Climate Change
• Energy and Emerging Technologies (Biodiesel)
• Water Supply —"Constrained Resources"
• Government Transparency —Lirnited Resources
• Community Engagement
• Governmental Consolidation (Regional Dispatch Center)
Demographic, Socioeconomic, Technology and Social Media
• Baby Boomer Generation overtaken by P!lillennials (NextGen!) (24/7/365)
• Impact of Changing Demographics
• Big Data
• Upcoming 2020 Census
• Healthy and Active Communities and Sustainability (Bike Sharing (Zagster; Divvy)
Land Use and Travel Trends
• Downtown Revitalization (Density vs Large Lots)
• Autonomous Cars (Uber; High -Speed Trail; Zipcar Transit)
• Infrastructure Maintenance and Expansion
• Commuting and Emerging Modes of Transportation
Housing and Workforce and "Shrinking/Global Economy"
• Aging Workforce
• Manufacturing Brick and Mortar v. E-Commerce ("Clicks and Bricks")
• Ownership vs Rental
• Local Stores
• Workforce Demands and Sustaining Viable Workforce
City of McHenry
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333 South Green Street
McHenry, Illinois 60050.5642
(815) 363-2100 FAX: (815) 363-2119
C E R T I F I C A T I O N
NCNERRY COUNTY
RECORDER
PHYLLIS K.
HALTERS
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04/20/2004
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I, Janice C. Jonea, City Clerk in and for the City of
McHenry, Illinois, and keeper of the official records, files, and
seal thereof, do hereby certify that the attached document is a
true and correct copy of the Boundary Agreement between the City
of McHenry and the Village of Prairie Grove, Said Agreement was
passed and approved by the McHenry City Council at a regularly
scheduled meeting held on the 4!h day of December, 2003, and was
signed by the Mayor of the City of McHenry on December 4, 2003.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto aet my hand and
corporate seal o£ the City of McHenry, Illinois this
{f " ,19th•; day ld�1 April, 2004IS
F /
je
Jan ce Jones Ci Clerk
tr < of he Ci y of 2[cHen y, Illinois
Pr t`ed by Auo A)A-A� T D!
City of McHenry
Office of the City Clerk
333 S. Green Street
McHenry IL 60050
Q4-021-6986
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,BOUNDARYAGREEMENT
by and behveen
t/te CITYOFMcHENRY
and
tl�e VILLAGE OFPRAIRIE GROVE
THIS BOUNDARY AGREEMENT (the "Agreement") made and entered into this A s dayofDecembe ,
2003, by and between the VILLAGE OF PRAIRIE GROVE, a municipal corporation in the State of Illinois
(hereinafter referred to as "Prairie Grove' ), and the CITY OF MoBFNRY, a municipal corporation in the State of
Illinois (hereinafter referred to as "McHenry"),
WHEREAS, Prairie Grove and McHenry wish to enter into an intergovernmental agreement to planfor
growth in the area that lies between the existing corporate boundaries ofPrairie Grove and the existing corporate
bomndaries of McHenry; and
WHEREAS, Prairie Grove and McHenry realize, agree and acknowledge that current plans and
opportunities for development in said area will be accompanied by significantly higher demands for transportation
services, governmental police power services, utilities services and other municipal services and financial
commitments to meet the necessities of such services; and
WHF,REAS, Prairie Grove and McHenry and their respective citizens are vitally affected by said
problems and any attempt to solve them and provide for the welfare, prosperity and quality of life of the residents
of said municipalities will be benefitted by mutual action and intergovernmental cooperation with respect thereto;
and
WHEREAS, Prairie Grove and McHenry are "units of Local government" as defined by Articla VII,
Section I, of the Constitution of the State of Illinois; and
WHEREAS, Prairie Grove and McHenry recognize the necessity and destmbility to provide For logical,
planned municipal boundaries and areas of municipal influence and authority between their respective
municipalities in order to plan effectively and efficiently for the growth and potential development between their
municipalities and the conservation of the available resources for their respective citizens; and
WHEREAS, in examining and shaping their plans, Prairie Grove and McHenry acknowledge that the
planning required should be free from the influence of developers' finances; and
WHEREAS, Prairie Grove and McHenry have authorized, by ordinance, the execution of this Agreement
as an exercise of their intergovernmental cooperation authority tinder the Constitution of Illinois, the
Intergovernmental Cooperation Act, 5ILCS 220/1 et, st,, as well as 65 ILCS 5/1IA2-9; and
WHEREAS, Prairie Grove and McHenry wish to agree upon a line which shall mark the boundaries of
the jurisdiction of each of the municipalities,
NOW THEREFORE, inconsideration of the mutual promises contained herein and upon the further
consideration ofthe recitals Inereinabove setforfh, it is hereby nnutually agreed by and behveen Prairie Grove and
McHenry as follows:
Boundary Agreement, Page I
0��021-G98i
1. The boundary line between Prairie Grove and McHenry for municipal government
planning, zoning control, subdivision control, annexation and outer municipal purposes ("Planning
Area") shall be in accordance with theboundary line legally described on ExhibitA and as depicted on
the map, marked as Exhibit B, which are attached hereto and incorporated by reference as if fully set
fortlilterein. With respect to the Kocrber property identified by crosshatching on Exhibit B, the parties
hereto agree that, in the event this parcel is bisected by the proposed county bypass in the future, that
portion north of said bypass road will be deemed within the McHenry boundary and that portion south
of said bypass road shall be deemed within Prairie Grove's boundary.
2. Prairie Grove's Planning Area shall be that portion east and south of said line and
McHenry's Planning Area shall be that portion west and north of said line.
3. This Agreementshallnotbeconshuedsoastolimitoradverselyaffecttherigittofeither
municipality to file a statutory objection to a proposed rezoning or subdivision, in an unincorporated
area of the County, within 1 %a miles of its, corporate limits.
4. Neither municipality shall annex, solicit the annexation of, enter into any agreement to
annex nor commence proceedings to annex any Planning Area, which lies within the aforesaid
Jurisdictional boundary of the other municipality. Each municipality fiirther agrees that it shall not, in
any manner, become directly or indirectly involved with the annexation of the aforesaid territory, which
lies within the jurisdictional boundary of the other municipality.
5. In the event that either municipality is contacted by any person or entity in connection
with any matter involving the aforesaid territory lying within the other's jurisdictional boundary,
including but not limited to the annexation thereof, the contacted municipality shall immediately refer
such person or entity to the other municipality for exclusive disposition thereof.
6. Any and all future amtexation agreements and/or ordinances adopted by the corporate
authorities ofbotlt municipalities shall be adopted in such form as to conform with the provisions ofthis
Agreement.
7. The parties agree to cooperate in the establislunent of Facilities Platming Area lines in
accordance and consistent with the boundary lino sat forth in paragraph 1 herein a<td in Exhibits A and
Band, if either party shall file a petition with Northeastern Illinois Plan Commission to implement the
terms of this Agreement, the other party shall cooperate.
8. Each municipalityfurther agrecsthat itwill actively opposeactyattempttoeffectuateany
annexation to its respective municipality which amnexation would have the effect of changing the
corporate planning boundary as established by this Agreement.
Boundary Agreement, Pnge 2
9. Notwithstanding any provisions of this Agreement to the contrary, both municipalities
aeknowledge that should an annexation occur within either municipality relating to property abutting
public roads divided in some manner by the boundary, the annexation will in fact go to the far side of all
public roads as provided by law.
10. This Agreement shall be valid and binding for a term of 20 years from the date of its
execution and any additional period in accordance with the provisions ofthe Illinois Compiled Statutes,
11. This Agreement shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois,
and shall be filed in the Recorder's Office for McHenry County, Illinois, and made available in the
offices of the Clerks of Prairie Grove and McHenry as provided by statute.
IN WITNESS WHERI✓OIr, the parties have hereunto set their hands and seats tlils 4ei day of
December, 2003.
VILLAGE OF PRAIRIE GROVE,
an Illinois/municipal corporation p
President Susan M. Friedman
CITX OF McHENRX,
an Illinois municipal corporation
Lz u�—
ayor Susan E. Low
ATTEST:
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EXHI©IT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION FOR:
BOUNDARY AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF MCHENRY AND THE
VILLAGE OF PRAIRIE GROVE,
SAID BOUNDARY COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 18,
TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 8, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN;
THENCE EAST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 18 TO THE SOUTHWEST
CORNER OF SECTION 17; THENCE EAST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID
SECTION 17 TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 16; THENCE EAST ALONG
TIM SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 16 TO THE WESTERLY LINE OF THE UNION
PACIFIC RAILROAD (FORMERLY KNOWN AS THE CHICAGO AND NORTHWESTERN
RAILWAY); THENCE NORTHERLY ALONG SAIDWESTERLY LINE TO A POINT THAT
INTERSECTS WITH THE SOUTH LINE OF SECTION 9; THENCE EAST ALONG THE
SOUTH LINE OF SECTION 9 TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 10; THENCE
EAST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 10 TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER
OF SECTION 11; THENCE EAST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION II TO
THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 12, THENCE EAST ALONG THE SOUTH
LINE OF SAID SECTION 12 TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SECTION 123
TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH RANGE 8, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN. ALL
IN NUNDA TOWNSHIP, MCHENRY COUNTY ILLINOIS,
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A-1 Agriculture District
The intent of the A-1 Agriculture District is to permit agricultural purposes and
activities. Residences are allowed on large agricultural parcels within the County.
The standards of the A-1 District promotes the continuation of farming and
protects agricultural land uses from the encroachment of incompatible land uses.
Permitted Uses
Agricultural Produce Processing
Agriculture
Agritourism, Limited
Animal Care Shelter
Conservation Area
Dwelling, Single -Family
Farmstand
Farrier
Feed, Tack, Grain, and Seed Sales
Game Preserve
Garden Center
Grain Elevator -Commercial
Greenhouse/Nursery Business
Horse Arena, Indoor/Outdoor
Horse Stables
Landscape Business -No Outdoor Storage
Park
Public Facility
Conditional Uses
Agricultural Implement Sales and Service
1
Agriculture Employee Housing
Agritourism, Intensive
Art Gallery
Arts Studio
Assembly Use
Athletic Facility, Outdoor
Auto Repair
Bed and Breakfast
Campground
Cemetery/Cemetery, Pet
Club, Lodge
Country Club
Cultural Facility
Day Camp
Drive-in Theater
Dwelling Unit, Accessory
Food Processing
Golf Course/Driving Range -Commercial
Halfway House
Homeless/Domestic Violence Shelter
Hotel
Kennel -Commercial
Landing Area -Restricted
Landing Area -Restricted -Personal Use
Landscape Business with Outdoor Storage
Landscape Waste Composting Facility
Medical Cannabis Cultivation Center
Power Production
�a
Public Safety Training Facility
Reception Facility
Resort
Sawmill
Solar Farm
Bulk and Setback Resulations
Min.
Lot
Area
Min.
Lot
Width
Maximum
Bldg.
Height.
Max.
Bldg.
Coverage
Front Yard
Build. Set.
Corner
Side
Yard
Bldg.
Set,
Interior
Side
Yard
Bldg.
Set.
Rear Yard
Bldg. Set.
None
Up to 2
Up to 2 ac.
Up to 2 ac.
30' from ROW or
30' from
30' from
30' from ROW or
ac
40'
30%
65' from
ROW or
ROW or
65' from
150'
2-3 ac.
2-3 ac.
centerline if no
65' from
65' from
centerline if no
2-3 ac.
60'
20%
dedicated ROW
centerline
centerline
dedicated ROW
175'
3-5 ac.
3-5 ac.
exists
if no
if no
exists
3-5 ac.
80'
15%
dedicated
dedicated
250'
S+ac.
5+ac.
ROW
ROW
5+ ac.
No max.
10%
exists
exists
330'
MU Mixed -Use Zoning District
The intent of MU Mixed -Use Zoning District is to permit rather than mandate a
vertical mix of commercial and residential uses within the same building. This
district is intended to accommodate a physical pattern of development often found
along City main streets and in neighborhood commercial areas of older cities.
The Purpose of the District is:
• Accommodate mixed -use buildings with neighborhoods serving retail,
service and other uses on the ground floor and residential units above
the nonresidential space;
• Encourage development that exhibits the physical design
characteristics of pedestrian -oriented, storefront -style shopping
streets, and;
• Promote the health and well-being of residents by encouraging
physical activity, alternative transportation, and greater social
interaction,
Permitted Uses
Artist Live/Work Space located above the ground floor
Dwelling Units, Residential, located above the ground floor
Group Home
Colleges and Universities
Cultural Exhibits and Libraries
Daycare Center
Parks and Recreation
Postal Service
Public Facilities
Utilities and Services Minor
Veterinary
Artist working/sales space
Hotels
FI
Medical Service
Office
Personal Service, including health clubs and gyms
Repair Service, consumer, including bicycles
Restaurants and eating/drinking establishments
Retail Sales, General
Conditional Uses
Artisan Shops (hand -tools only; e.g. jewelry or ceramics)
Artist/Live Work Space located on the ground floor
Assembly Uses
Assisted/Independent Living
Detached house
Drive-Thru Facility
Multi -dwelling (3+ units), Residential
Nursing Home
Parking, Commercial (Non -accessory)
Single -Room Occupancy (SRO)
Tavern
Townhouse
Two -Flat
Utilities and Services Major
Bull< and Setback Regulations
Gross
Outdoor
Min.
Min.
Minimum Lot
Min.
Building
Floor
Operations
floor to
Floor
Area/Dwelling
FAR
Height
Area
ceiling
Area of comm.
Unit
height
space
in com.
space
15,000
Not
11 feet
800 sf. or 25% of
1,000 sf.
2.0
38-50 feet
sf. max
Permitted
lots w/street
frontage of less
than 50' or 20% of
the lot area on lots
with 50 feet/more
of street frontage
Setbacks: The entire building facade must abut front and/or side street property lines or be
located within 10 feet of such property lines. Outdoor seating and display is permitted, as well
as stoops. The minimum rear yard setback will vary between 0 and 30% of the lot depth. The
setback will depend on lot development patterns in the area. When abutting residential the
setbackshould be greaterthan when abuttingan alley or road where no setback may be required.
No interior side yard setbacks are required unless the property abuts a residentially -zoned
property and in that case the minimum side yard setback shall be the same as required for the
abutting residential use in the residentially -zoned district.
Transparency
• A minimum of 60-75% ofthe street- facing building facade between two and eight feet in
height must be comprised of clear windows that allows views of indoor space or product
display areas;
• The bottom of any window or product display window used to satisfy the transparency
standard of paragraph (1) above may not be more than 34.5 feet above the adjacent
sidewalk.
• Product display windows used to satisfythese requirements must have a minimum height
of 4 feet and be internally lighted.
Doors and Entrances
• Buildings must have a primary entrance door facing a public sidewalk or alternatively a
public right-of-way if no public sidewalk exists. Entrances at building corners may be used
to satisfy this requirement.
• Building entrances may Include doors to individual shops or businesses, lobby entrances,
entrances to pedestrian -oriented plazas, or courtyard entrances to a cluster of shops or
businesses.
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