City of Belleville Zoning Board of Appeals met Oct. 26.
Here is the minutes provided by the Board:
The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting was held at Belleville City Hall, Council Chambers, 101 South Illinois Street.
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Nollman. Roll was called and a quorum declared.
Chairman Nollman noted that all Zoning Board cases heard at this meeting will be considered at the November 6, 2017 City Council meeting. Chairman Nollman explained the emergency procedures if needed.
Chairman Nollman asked if there were any corrections to be noted for the September 28, 2017 Zoning Board of Appeals meeting minutes. No corrections were made hence the minutes were approved by the Board.
The following cases were heard:
➢ 57-Oct17–Randie Booker –
A request for a Bulk Variance maintain a site coverage of 39.7% in order to reconstruct a garage at 205 N. Charles Street (Parcel: 08-22.0-322-021, a legally non-conforming "A-1" Single Family Residence District-zoned parcel. (Applicable portion of the Zoning Code: 162.570, 162.092) Ward 2
Applicant, Randie Booker, explained that his previous garage had burned down and he needed a new garage built. This new garage would be measured at 14'x12'. It will still be a single car garage. The materials to be used are wood and vinyl siding.
Aldermen comments: Jane Pusa, Ward 2, had not heard any opposing arguments from her constituents regarding this request, and stated that it would be an asset to the neighborhood.
With no further discussion, Chairman Nollman asked for a motion. A motion was made by Don Rockwell to APPROVE the request. It was seconded by Rebecca Boyer. All members present voted in the affirmative. The motion carried 7-0.
The following two cases were heard together, but voted upon separately.
➢ 58-Oct17-Copper Fire (MRB Development, LLC) - A request for a Sign Installation Permit in the Area of Special Control for signage at 200 E. Main Street (Parcel: 08-22.0-339-050) located in a "C-2" Heavy Commercial District. (Applicable portion of zoning code: 155.052.) Ward 6
➢ 59-Oct17-Copper Fire (MRB Development, LLC) –
A request for a Special Use Permit for outdoor dining at 200 E. Main Street (Parcel: 08-22.0-339-050) located in a "C-2" Heavy Commercial District. (Applicable portion of zoning code: 162.248, 162.515) Ward 6
Applicant, Mark Eichholz, explained that he did not wish to go forward with the request for the smaller sign which was to read: Bar & Eatery. He only wished to request approval for the larger sign which reads: Copper Fire. He then clarified the sign measurements and explained the location of the sign.
Annissa McCaskill reiterated the updated measurements of 28.35 square feet and asked the Board to accept the newly submitted sign measurement when delivering their recommendation.
Mr. Eichholz also requested to have six (6) to eight (8) tables placed outside for outdoor dining while adhering to all American Disability Act (ADA) requirements.
There were no public or Aldermen comments made regarding this request.
With no further discussion, Chairman Nollman asked for a motion. A motion was made by Steve Zimmerman to APPROVE the request for signage totaling 28.35 sq. ft. for case #58-Oct17. It was seconded by Rebecca Boyer. All members present voted in the affirmative. The motion carried 7-0.
A motion was made by Steve Zimmerman to APPROVE the request for case #59-Oct17. It was seconded by Scott Ferguson. All members present voted in the affirmative. The motion carried 7-0.
➢ 60-Oct17-Michael Isenhart - (Parcel: 08-22.0-336-024) located A request in a“C-2 for ” Heavy a Special Commercial Use Permit District. for multi-family dwellings at 511 East Main St. (Applicable Section of the zoning code: 60-6- 50) Ward 2.
Applicant, Michael Isenhart, explained the request stating that he plans on using the property as a multi-family rental building with four (4) units. There is an adjacent parking lot for tenant use and he plans on building a courtyard on the side of the building for tenant use. He is planning on a completion date of one (1) year from now. Mr. Isenhart stated that he spoke to Alderman Buettner (who was not present) to explain his plan and he approved of the request.
Alderman comments: Jane Pusa, Ward 2, had not heard any opposing arguments from her constituents regarding this request, and stated that it would be an asset to the neighborhood.
With no further discussion, Chairman Nollman asked for a motion. A motion was made by Rebecca Boyer to APPROVE the request. It was seconded by Don Rockwell. All members present voted in the affirmative. The motion carried 7-0.
The following case was a two-fold request. The requests were heard together but voted upon separately.
➢ 61-Oct 17-Balance Coffee & Tea (Marshall Morris) - A two-fold request for a Special Use Permit for a Liquor License and “D-1 Use ” Heavy Variance Commercial for outdoor District. seating (Applicable for Balance portion Coffee of the & Tea zoning at 732 code: S. Illinois 162.308, (Parcel: 162.570) 08-28.0-234-004) Ward 6 located in a
Applicant, Marshall Morris, introduced an employee Lilly Speren, he explained his request for a liquor license stating that the hours of operation would remain the same except the extension of hours on Thurs., Fri., and Sat. being open until 11:00 p.m.
Mr. Morris also requested to have five (5) to ten (10) tables placed outside for outdoor dining while adhering to all American Disability Act (ADA) requirements. The Board asked Staff for the outdoor dining safety requirements. Ms. McCaskill stated that there are no requirements regarding outdoor dining safety. Mr. Morris stated that if dining were to be placed out front near South Illinois Street, he would place a barrier of some sort such as large planters. To begin with, he plans on only placing tables on the side of the property, not the front.
Mr. Morris stated that he was not planning on adding additional exterior lighting, besides some ambience lighting at the tables.
Alderman comments: Jane Pusa, Ward 2, had not heard any opposing arguments from her constituents regarding this request, and stated that the business is in good standing and believes it is an asset to the neighborhood.
With no further discussion, Chairman Nollman asked for a motion. A motion was made by Rebecca Boyer to APPROVE the request for a Liquor License with the following stipulation: (1.) In the name of the applicant only. It was seconded by Tim Price. All members present voted in the affirmative. The motion carried 7-0.
A motion was made by Rebecca Boyer to APPROVE the request for outdoor dining. It was seconded by Scott Ferguson. All members present voted in the affirmative. The motion carried 7-0.
Don Rockwell made a motion to ADJOURN, which was seconded by Rebecca Boyer. All members present voted aye. Chairman Nollman adjourned the meeting at 7:38 p.m.
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