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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance 77-O-26, Approving an Amendment to A Planned Development and A New Planned Development at 1620-1640 Chicago Avenue (1) (1) 09/28/2026 77-O-26 AN ORDINANCE Approving an Amendment to A Planned Development and A New Planned Development at 1620-1640 Chicago Avenue in the D3 Downtown Core Development District WHEREAS, the City of Evanston is a home-rule municipality pursuant to Article VII of the Illinois Constitution of 1970; and WHEREAS, as a home rule unit of government, the City has the authority to adopt ordinances and to promulgate rules and regulations that protect the public health, safety, and welfare of its residents; and WHEREAS, Article VII, Section (6)a of the Illinois Constitution of 1970, which states that the “powers and functions of home rule units shall be construed liberally,” was written “with the intention that home rule units be given the broadest powers possible” (Scadron v. City of Des Plaines, 153 Ill.2d 164); and WHEREAS, it is a well-established proposition under all applicable case law that the power to regulate land use through zoning regulations is a legitimate means of promoting the public health, safety, and welfare; and WHEREAS, Division 13 of the Illinois Municipal Code (65 ILCS 5/11-13-1, et seq.) grants each municipality the power to establish zoning regulations; and WHEREAS, pursuant to its home rule authority and the Illinois Municipal Code, the City has adopted a set of zoning regulations, set forth in Title 6 of the Evanston City Code of 2012, as amended, (“the Zoning Ordinance”); and Page 1 of 31 77-O-26 WHEREAS, the City Council previously enacted Ordinance 59-O-93, attached hereto as Exhibit 1 and incorporated herein by reference, which granted a Special Use Permit for a Planned Development (the “Planned Development”) at 1660 Chicago Avenue, which is legally described in Exhibit 1; and WHEREAS, Ordinance 59-O-93 approved the construction of a residential development consisting of 304 dwelling units with 304 parking spaces and an FAR of 7.9, and a height of 221 feet, which is detailed at length in Exhibit 1; and WHEREAS, in 1994, City Council approved Ordinance 72-O-94, attached hereto as Exhibit 2 and incorporated herein by reference, which approved a revised site plan for the Planned Development at 1660 Chicago Avenue, which is detailed at length in Exhibit 2; and WHEREAS, in 1995, City Council approved Ordinance 53-O-95, attached hereto as Exhibit 3 and incorporated herein by reference, which amended the project phasing for construction of the Planned Development at 1660 Chicago Avenue, which is detailed at length in Exhibit 3; and WHEREAS, the Applicant, Karl Camillucci (“the Applicant”), attorney for the owner, MSVEF-MF Evanston IL LP, has proposed a subdivision of the parcel which would create two (2) lots of record: Lot 1, consisting of the existing commercial space (currently occupied by Whole Foods) and associated parking; and Lot 2: consisting of the existing multi-family building, commercial space and associated parking; and WHEREAS, no new development is planned for either lot; however, the current Planned Development would be amended under the subdivision to include only Page 2 of 31 77-O-26 Lot 2 and triggers the need for a Site Development Allowance pursuant to Section 6 -11- 4-4 to allow 283 existing dwelling units where 157 maximum units would be permitted on the lot; and WHEREAS, the subdivision also establishes the need for new approval of the existing Planned Development for Lot 1 which is zoning compliant; and WHEREAS, the Applicants request amendment to Ordinances 59-O-93, 72-O-94, and 53-O-95 (the “Previously Approved Ordinance”); and WHEREAS, the Previously Approved Ordinances are pieces of legislation enacted by the City Council of the City of Evanston, subject to revision only by said City Council; and WHEREAS, on September 9, 2026, in compliance with the provisions of the Illinois Open Meetings Act (5 ILCS 120/1 et seq.) and the Zoning Ordinance, the Land Use Commission held a public hearing, pursuant to proper notice, regarding case no. 26PLND-0044 to consider Applicant’s application for an amendment to the existing Planned Development with a Site Development Allowance and approval of a Planned Development, heard testimony and public comment and made written minutes, findings, and recommendations; and WHEREAS, after having considered the evidence presented, including the exhibits and materials submitted, and public testimony provided, t he LUC made the following findings per Sections 6-3-5-10 of the Zoning Ordinance: 1. It is one of the special uses specifically listed in the zoning ordinance: This standard is met. Page 3 of 31 77-O-26 2. It is in keeping with the purposes and the policies of the Comprehensive General Plan and the Zoning ordinance as amended from time to time: The Commission believes this standard is met. 3. It will not cause a negative cumulative effect, when its effect is considered in conjunction with the cumulative effect of various special uses of all types in the immediate neighborhood and the effect of the proposed type of special use upon the City as a whole: The Commission believes this standard is met. 4. Does not interfere with or diminish the value of property in the neighborhood: The Commission believes this standard is met. 5. Can be adequately served by public facilities and services: The Commission believes this standard is met. 6. Does not cause undue traffic congestion: The Commission believes this standard is met. 7. Preserves significant historical and architectural resources: The Commission believes this standard is met. 8. Preserves significant natural and environmental features: The Commission believes this standard is met. 9. Complies with all other applicable regulations of the district in which it is located and other applicable ordinances, except to the extent such regulations have been modified through the planned development process or the grant of a variation: The Commission believes this standard is met. WHEREAS, after having considered the evidence presented, including the exhibits and materials submitted, and public testimony provided, the LUC made the following findings per Section 6-3-6-9 of the Zoning Ordinance: 1. The requested Site Development Allowance(s) will not have a substantial adverse impact on the use, enjoyment or property values of adjoining properties that is beyond a reasonable expectation given the scope of the applicable Site Development Allowance(s) of the Planned Development location: The Commission believes the standard is met. 2. The proposed development is compatible with the overall character of existing development in the immediate vicinity of the subject property: The Commission believes the standard is met. 3. The development site circulation is designed in a safe and logical manner to mitigate potential hazards for pedestrians and vehicles at the site and in the immediate surrounding area: The Commission believes the standard is met. Page 4 of 31 77-O-26 4.The proposed development aligns with the current and future climate and sustainability goals of the City: The Commission believes that the standard will be met. 5.Public benefits that are appropriate to the surrounding neighborhood and the City as a whole will be derived from the approval of the requested Site Development Allowance(s): The standard is met. WHEREAS, the Land Use Commission recommended City Council approval, with eight (8) yay votes and one (1) Commissioner absent, to consider Applicant’s application for an amendment to the existing Planned Development with a Site Development Allowance, and approval of a Planned Development; and WHEREAS, on September 28, 2026, the Planning and Development Committee (“P&D Committee”) held a meeting, in compliance with the provisions of the Illinois Open Meetings Act (5 ILCS 120/1 et seq), during which it considered the Applicant’s request; and WHEREAS, during said meeting, the P&D Committee received input from the public, carefully deliberated on the amendment, and recommended approval thereof by the City Council; and WHEREAS, at its meetings on September 28 and October 14, 2026, held in compliance with the provisions of the Illinois Open Meetings Act, the City Council considered the P&D Committee’s recommendation, heard public comment, made findings, and adopted said recommendation; and WHEREAS, it is well-settled law in Illinois that the legislative judgment of the City Council must be considered presumptively valid (see Glenview State Bank v. Village of Deerfield, 213 Ill.App.3d 747) and is not subject to courtroom fact-finding (see National Paint & Coating Ass’n v. City of Chicago, 45 F.3d 1124), Page 5 of 31 77-O-26 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EVANSTON, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, THAT: SECTION 1: The foregoing recitals are hereby found as fact and incorporated herein by reference. SECTION 2: Pursuant to the terms and conditions of this ordinance, the City Council hereby grants an amendment to the Planned Development previously authorized by Ordinances 59-O-93, 72-O-94, and 53-O-95; and establishes a new planned development to allow for subdivision of the parcel which would create two (2) lots of record: Lot 1, consisting of the existing commercial space (currently occupied by Whole Foods) and associated parking; and Lot 2: consisting of the existing multi-family building, commercial space and associated parking. SECTION 3: The City Council hereby grants the following Site Development Allowance to the planned development previously authorized by Ordinances 59-O-93, 72-O-94, and 53-O-95: (A) Number of Dwelling Units Per Lot Size: A Site Development Allowance is hereby granted to allow 283 existing dwelling units where 157 maximum units would be permitted on the lot pursuant to Section 6-11-4-4 of the Zoning Code. SECTION 4: Pursuant to Subsection 6-3-5-12 of the Zoning Ordinance, the City Council imposes the following conditions, and violation of any of which shall constitute grounds for penalties or revocation of said Special Use Permit pursuant to Subsections 6-3-10-5 and 6-3-10-6 of the Zoning Ordinance: (A) Recordation of Plat: Once approved, the Applicant shall execute and record a Final Plat with Cook County and provide the City with a recorded copy. Page 6 of 31 77-O-26 (B) Recordation of Ordinance: Pursuant to Subsection 6-3-6-10 of the Zoning Ordinance, the Applicant shall, at its cost, record a certified copy of the Planned Development ordinance, including all exhibits attached thereto, with the Cook County Clerk. SECTION 5: All other conditions on the Special Use Permit imposed pursuant to Subsection 6-3-5-12 of the Zoning Ordinance by City Council in Ordinances 59-O-93, 72-O-94, and 53-O-95 remain applicable to the Planned Development, SECTION 6: Except as otherwise provided for in this 77-O-26, all other applicable regulations of the Ordinances 59-O-93, 72-O-94, and 53-O-95, the Zoning Ordinance, and the entire City Code shall apply to the Subject Property and remain in full force and effect with respect to the use and development of the same. To the extent that the terms and/or provisions of any of said documents conflict with any of the terms herein, this Ordinance 77-O-26 shall govern and control. SECTION 7: When necessary to effectuate the terms, conditions, and purposes of this ordinance, “Applicant” shall be read as “Applicant and its agents, assigns, and successors in interest.” SECTION 8: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage, approval, and publication in the manner provided by law. SECTION 9: Except as otherwise provided for in this ordinance, all applicable regulations of the Zoning Ordinance and the entire City Code shall apply to the Subject Property and remain in full force and effect with respect to the use and development of the same. To the extent that the terms and provisions of any of said documents conflict with the terms herein, this ordinance shall govern and control. Page 7 of 31 77-O-26 SECTION 10: All ordinances or parts of ordinances that are in conflict with the terms of this ordinance are hereby repealed. SECTION 11: If any provision of this ordinance or application thereof to any person or circumstance is ruled unconstitutional or otherwise invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications of this ordinance that can be given effect without the invalid application or provision, and each invalid provision or invalid application of this ordinance is severable. SECTION 11: The findings and recitals herein are hereby declared to be prima facie evidence of the law of the Cit y and shall be received in evidence as provided by the Illinois Compiled Statutes and the courts of the State of Illinois. Introduced:_________________, 2026 Adopted:___________________, 2026 Approved: __________________________, 2026 _______________________________ Daniel Biss, Mayor Attest: _____________________________ Stephanie Mendoza, City Clerk Approved as to form: _______________________________ Alexandra B. Ruggie, Corporation Counsel September 28 Page 8 of 31 October 12 77-O-26 EXHIBIT 1 Page 9 of 31 59-0-93 AN ORDINANCE Granting a Special Use for a Planned Development for the Church & Chicago Limited Partnership at 1660 Chicago Avenue WHEREAS, the Church & Chicago Limited Partnership submitted an application for a planned development and variations from the building height regulations from the Zoning Ordinance; and WHEREAS, the Evanston Plan Commission reviewed the said application at their meeting of December 9, 1992; and WHEREAS, the Evanston Zoning Board of Appeals conducted public hearings on January 19, 1993, February 25, 1993, and March 11, 1993; upon the application of the Church & Chicago Limited Partnership for the planned development and variations of the Zoning Ordinance to permit construction of a Phase I mixed use development consisting of a maximum building height of 295 feet, 304 dwelling units,•304 parking spaces, and a FAR of 7.09; and a Phase IIA development of 295 feet, 200 dwelling units, 20,000 square feet of gross commercial area, 200 parking spaces, and total FAR of 7.9; or a Phase IIB development of 215 feet, 200 dwelling units and 200 parking spaces and total FAR of 7.9, or a Phase IIC development of 60 feet, 200 dwelling units, and a total FAR of 7.9; and r Page 10 of 31 U 2- WHEREAS, the Zoning Board of Appeals recommended the granting of the Phase I Planned Development which would allow a building height of 221 feet, 304 dwelling units, 304 parking spaces, a commercial building and a FAR of 7.0 and to deny the variations; and grant the Phase IIA planned development of 295 feet, 200 dwelling units, 20,000 square feet of gross commercial area, and 200 parking spaces, and to deny the height variation; and to deny the Phase IIB planned development and to deny the Phase IIC planned development; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Development Committee of the City Council of Evanston has considered the application, submitted documents, and testimony; and 0 WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that the approval of a planned unit development as hereinafter set forth is in the best interests of the City of Evanston; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EVANSTON, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS: SECTION ONE: That a Planned Development be and it is hereby approved to permit the construction of a residential development consisting of 304 dwelling units with 304 parking spaces and an FAR of 7.9, and a height of 221 feet on the property legally described as: Page 11 of 31 3- LOTS 11 12, 13, 14, 15 AND 16 IN BLOCK 19 IN THE ORIGINAL VILLAGE NOW CITY) OF EVANSTON IN SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH, RANGE 14 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS." commonly known as 1660 Chicago Avenue, subject to the following conditions: 1. The proposed parking structure shall be of sufficient size and structural capability to accommodate off-street parking for both Phase I and Phase II of the project; 2. Off-street parking spaces for the residential uses in Phase I and Phase II shall be supplied at the rate of not less than one space per dwelling unit; 3. Off-street parking for the retail or commercial use shall be supplied at the rate of one parking space for each of 800 square feet of such floor area in excess of 2,000 square feet; 4. The first four floors of the proposed towers and commercial buildings facades shall be of brick, limestone, or material of a similar quality; 5. The first floor frontage of the proposed Phase I commercial building shall be limited to retail uses only; I Page 12 of 31 4- 6. The north and east facades of the proposed parking structures shall be of materials compatible to that of the front elevation; 7. Best efforts shall be used to maximum ground level retail use(s) in Phase II on the Church and Chicago frontages and shall be developed to the lot line; 8. Landscaping shall be provided on all undeveloped portions of the property; 9. The project phasing shall be as follows: (a) construction of Phase I as hereinabove described shall commence within twenty-four months of the date of this ordinance and construction shall have been deemed to have commenced upon the issuance of a building permit and the beginning of construction as indicated by excavation or other substantial work, and (b) the entire project shall be completed within a period of eight years from adoption of this Ordinance; 10. The lots comprising the property shall be consolidated prior to issuance of any building permits. SECTION TWO: The Planned Development herein approved shall be Phase I of the development of said entire parcel and shall be Page 13 of 31 I _ uDD 'ioF1ER ueD lo puel P GK L ..` 1 J o II 71J Mv w•1 I 1 I I 0 r----r-------•---- PHAeE X OITE 1 Itt 4tNUN1/ -_-_•_ - \- I , 1 t 4iMMt II I tELEniluy/ I1NAhN 1 rr.. rw LOW 1660 CHICAGO AVENUE c1iICA(„O vewuE. CHURCH & CMICAGO PARTNERSHIP HARRY WEESE ASSOCIATES M CNIT[CTS L41Na" GROUND FLOOR PLAN sCAM: VIP. rr vivo 221' SCHEME 1 3 n Page 14 of 31 Page 15 of 31 f I constructed in substantial compliance with the plans attached hereto and made part of this Ordinance as Exhibit A. SECTION THREE: That the remaining development of said parcel, as hereinabove described, shall be in accordance with the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Evanston then in full force and effect at such time as plans are submitted for successive phases of development, and nothing in this Ordinance shall preclude the application of the then existing Zoning Ordinance to subsequent development on said parcel, except that the parking requirements for residential uses shall not be reduced below one space per dwelling unit and off-street parking for the retail or commercial use shall not be reduced lower than one parking space for each 800 square feet of such floor in excess of 2,000 square feet." SECTION FOUR: . That the development herein approved is contemplated for development pursuant to a tax increment financing district to be established by the City of Evanston, provided, however, that the developer may, at its sole discretion, develop said property in accordance with the planned unit development herein approved without the establishment of such tax increment financing district. SECTION FIVE: The Director of Building and Property Services is hereby directed to issue appropriate permits upon proper application for the implementation of the Planned Development Page 16 of 31 r 6- herein approved. SECTION SIX: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage, approval and publication in pamphlet form in the manner provided by law. AYES: NAYS: PASSED & APPROVED this 14th day of June, 1993. Mayor ATTES City Clerk e i Page 17 of 31 8 Page 18 of 31 herein approved. SECTION SIX: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage, approval and publication in pamphlet form in the manner provided by law. AYES: Guthrie, Heydemann, Moran, Engelman, Drummer NAYS: Kent, Holsman, Feldman, Newman PASSED & APPROVED this 14th day of June, 1993. e" R.t i..-Ci Mayor ATTES c City Clerk Page 19 of 31 77-O-26 EXHIBIT 2 Page 20 of 31 7-14-94 7/20/94 72-0-94 AN ORDINANCE Amending the Site Plan to Ordinance 59-0-93, The Planned Development for 1660 Chicago Avenue WHEREAS, on June 14, 1993, the City Council pursuant to Ordinance 59-0-93 granted a special use for a planned development at 1660 Chicago Avenue to the Church and Chicago Limited Partnership; and WHEREAS, on June 2, 1994, the Church and Chicago Limited Partnership requested revisions to the site plan (as set forth in Exhibit A); and WHEREAS, on July 13, 1994, the Evanston Plan Commission reviewed the application for revisions to the site plan; and WHEREAS, on July 13, 1994, the Evanston Plan Commission recommended that the Planning and Development Committee recommend City Council approval of the revised site plan with certain conditions; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Development Committee, on July 18, 1994, considered the request for revisions to the site plan and the recommendations with conditions of the Evanston Plan Commission as well as documents and testimony; and WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that the approval of the revised site plan with conditions as set forth hereinafter is in the best interest of the City of Evanston. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EVANSTON, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS: Page 21 of 31 SECTION 1: That the revised site plan as set forth in • Exhibit A and attached hereto by reference be approved subject to the following conditions: 1. Landscaping for Phase I and Phase II shall be in accordance with the Downtown Plan. In addition, the Phase I developed site shall be landscaped according to plans submitted prior to issuance of a building permit. Landscaping of undeveloped areas on the Phase II site shall be consistent with landscaping proposed under Ordinance 59-0-93, including any installation of trees. 2. There shall be a consistent and continuous facade treatment in the elevation of the buildings to be constructed along Chicago Avenue, including the proposed parking garage.The southern facade of the parking garage shall be compatible with the facade treatment along Chicago Avenue. 3. The lighting of the parking garage and the vehicle headlights shall be shielded so as to not be directly visible from Chicago Avenue. This shall require louvering. The petitioner shall demonstrate compliance with this requirement before a building permit is issued for the parking structure. • SECTION 2: That the revised site plan with conditions adopted herein be substituted for the site plan set forth in Ordinance 59-0-93. That the conditions imposed by Ordinance 59-0-93 remain unchanged by this ordinance and in full effect. The intent of the City Council by adoption of this Ordinance 72-0-94 is to amend Ordinance 59-0-93 by substitution of the site plan and conditions adopted herein for the site plan set forth in 59-0-93; all other actions enacted by 59-0-93 remain in full effect. SECTION 3: All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. 2 Page 22 of 31 SECTION 4: This ordinance shall be in full force. and effect from and after its passage, approval, and publication in the manner provided by law. a. Introduced: 1994 1994 p A ed: / 1994 Mayor ATTE T• elf, Ci"y Clerk Ap ved as to fo Corporation 66unsel Adopted: 3 Page 23 of 31 u. a.rr oac ALLXV O O 1 L--j i! 1 .. mum. ... RETAL SITE Pima TM rya LE RETAIL GROUND FLOOR ' 1680 CHICAGO AVENUE THE JOHN BUCK CO. HARRY WEESE ASSOCIATES 6.8.94 0 119 32 4D 8,4 0 0 4 Page 24 of 31 77-O-26 EXHIBIT 3 Page 25 of 31 f 5-19-95 53-0-95 AN ORDINANCE Amending Ordinance 72-0-94 Amending the Site Plan for 1660 Chicago Avenue and Amending Ordinance 59-0-93: Granting A Special Use for a Planned Development for the Church and Chicago Limited Partnership at 1660 Chicago Avenue WHEREAS, on June 14, 1993, the City Council pursuant to Ordinance 59-0-93, granted a special use for a planned development at 1660 Chicago Avenue to the Church and Chicago Limited Partnership; and WHEREAS, on August 8, 1994, the City Council adopted Ordinance 72-0-94, which amended the site plan to Ordinance 59-0- 93, the Planned Development for 1660 Chicago Avenue; and WHEREAS, Ordinance 59-0-93 set forth the project phasing which included the construction of Phase I beginning within 24 months of the date of that ordinance and/or June 15, 1995; and WHEREAS, the Developer has diligently pursued financing for the Project and is currently negotiating with, various funding sources; and WHEREAS, the Developer has represented that it anticipates receiving financing in the near future; and WHEREAS, the Church and Chicago Limited Partnership has requested revisions to the timetable; and WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that the approval of the revised timetable is in the best interest of the City of Evanston; Page 26 of 31 Page 27 of 31 9 0 53-0-95 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EVANSTON, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS: SECTION 1: That the Planned Development as provided for in Ordinance 59-0-93 and as amended in Ordinance 72-0-94 remain unchanged by this ordinance, except as follows, the City Council having found that good cause exists for said amendment, permitted by Section 6-11-1-10(A)(4) of the Zoning Ordinance: a) SECTION 1, paragraph 9 of Ordinance 59-0-93, which reads as follows, is hereby deleted: 1.9 "The project phasing shall be as follows: (a) construction of Phase I as hereinabove described shall commence within twenty-four months of the date of this ordinance and construction shall be deemed to have commenced upon the issuance of a building permit and the beginning of construction as indicated by excavation or other substantial work, and (b) the entire project shall be completed within a period of eight years from adoption of this Ordinance;" and the following hereby substituted therefor: A. Construction of Phase I as herein above described shall commence 120 days from the effective date of this ordinance; construction shall be deemed to have commenced upon the issuance of a building permit and the beginning of construction as indicated by demolition and/or excavation or other substantial work; and B. The entire project shall be completed within a 2 Page 28 of 31 Page 29 of 31 0 U 53-0-95 period of six years and 120 days from the effective date of this ordinance; SECTION 2: All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict are hereby repealed. SECTION 3: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage, approval and publication in the manner provided by law. Introduced Adopted: 2i 2- Z- 2-- r i r rn ATTEST: J /' City C erk Ap oved as to f Corporation Counsel 1995 1995 App ved: , 1995 3 Mayor Page 30 of 31 Page 31 of 31