Appearance Commission — Skokie, IL
Date: 2025-12-10

Agenda for
 APPEARANCE COMMISSION
 DECEMBER 10, 2025 7:30 PM
 Skokie Village Hall, 5127 Oakton Street - Council Chambers
 1) Call to Order/Declaration of Quorum

 2) Roll Call

 3) Approval of Meeting Minutes November 12, 2025

 4) Old Business

 5) New Business

 a. 2025-047A – 5338 Greenwood St (Residential)
 Applicant: Thomas Michael
 Owner: Paul Ibanez
 Request: 1ST Floor Addition

 b. 2025-048A – 9555 Hamlin Ave (Residential)
 Applicant: Normandy Remodeling – Racquel Fout
 Owner: Derrick & Felicia Blakley
 Request: 1st Floor Addition

 c. 2025-049A – 9050 Keystone Ave (Residential)
 Applicant: Abigail Randall / Randall Architects
 Owner: Dorado West Trust
 Request: 1st & 2nd Floor Addition


Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item may contact Brian Augustine with the
Community Development Department by calling 847-933-8223 or by emailing
publiccomments@skokie.org. All emails and comments submitted will be made public and shared with this
body.

The Village, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that persons with disabilities
who require certain accommodations to allow them to observe or participate in this hearing, or who have
questions about the accessibility of the meeting facilities, contact the Village’s ADA coordinator Angel
Schnur at angel.schnur@skokie.org or 847.933.8400.
 d. 2025-050A – 9440 Lawler Ave (Residential)
 Applicant & Owner: Kathleen & Joseph Occhipinti
 Request: 1st Floor Addition

 6) Public Comment

 7) Communications from Staff

 8) Adjournment


 Next Meeting of the Appearance Commission is on January 14, 2025.




Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item may contact Brian Augustine with the
Community Development Department by calling 847-933-8223 or by emailing
publiccomments@skokie.org. All emails and comments submitted will be made public and shared with this
body.

The Village, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that persons with disabilities
who require certain accommodations to allow them to observe or participate in this hearing, or who have
questions about the accessibility of the meeting facilities, contact the Village’s ADA coordinator Angel
Schnur at angel.schnur@skokie.org or 847.933.8400.
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 Meeting Minutes for
 Appearance Commission
 November 12th, 2025 | 7:30 PM
Skokie Village Hall | 5127 Oakton Street, Skokie IL 60077 | Council Chambers
 Members Present: Thomas DaMario, Interim Chair
 Julie Naumiak, Interim Vice Chair
 Joe Maschek
 Jacob Shapiro
 Archana Shah
 Jay Pathak

 Members Absent: Michael Lynk
 Presiding Officer: Brian Augustine, Zoning Administrator
 Staff Present: Jose Acosta, Planning Coordinator
 Others Present:


 1) Time Meeting was Called to Order/Declaration of Quorum

 A quorum being present, Interim Chairman DaMario called the meeting to order at 7:30
 PM.

 2) Approval of Meeting Minutes

 A motion was made by Commissioner Pathak to approve the minutes of the October 8th,
 2025 Appearance Commission meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner
 Maschek. All members voted aye with one absence.

 3) Old Business

 2025-050A – 5202-5250 Old Orchard Rd (Residential & Non-Residential)
 Applicant: Old Orchard Apartments LLC c/o Harold Francke
 Owner: 5250 Old Orchard LLC
 Request: Conversion of Office to Residential

 Discussion & Interested Parties
 Staff comments were read into the record.

 Alan Lev, chairman of Belgravia Group, presented the project. He explained that the
 team had consulted with structural engineers who determined that the garage roof could
 not support the previously planned amenities. He confirmed they had shifted amenity
 spaces to the ground floor and expanded outdoor amenity space by removing some
 parking spaces and adding more green space. Mr. Lev stated that all trees and shrubbery


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 originally planned for the garage roof would be replaced one-for-one elsewhere on the
 site.

 Mr. Lev also mentioned that they were addressing the south tower elevations, which
 would be identical to the previously approved north tower elevations.

 Commissioner Maschek suggested relocating the dog park planned for the entrance area
 to the northeast corner of the site where parking was being removed, noting this would
 improve the amenity area. He also recommended adding a simple trail connection to
 potentially link with future bike trails.

 Recommendation & Voting
 A motion was made to grant a Certificate of Appropriateness with the conditions to
 relocate the dog park from the front to the northwest corner, and add a small trail piece
 that could connect to future bike trails by others. The vote was unanimous with one
 absence.

 Motion: Julie Naumiak Second: Joe Maschek
 Ayes: 6
 Nays: 0
 Absent: 1



 4) New Business

 2025-042A – 8731 Hamlin Ave (Residential)
 Applicant: Great Day Improvements
 Owner: Michael Cibull
 Request: 1st floor addition

 Discussion & Interested Parties
 Staff comments were read into the record.

 Initially, the petitioner was not present when the case was called, but later arrived and
 was sworn in. The representative explained that the three-season room would be
 constructed with aluminum framing and high-density polyurethane foam panels with
 aluminum skin, in a proprietary sandstone color. The representative clarified that the
 structure would feature sliding glass doors, windows, and foam panels, with a slight pitch
 to the roof for drainage.

 When asked about the possibility of using the roof as a terrace, the representative
 explained that while the structure could handle the weight, the surface becomes
 extremely slippery when wet and would be unsafe for walking.

 Recommendation & Voting



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 A motion was made to grant a Certificate of Appropriateness as presented. The vote was
 unanimous with one absence.

 Motion: Archana Shah Second: Joe Maschek
 Ayes: 6
 Nays: 0
 Absent: 1




 2025-043A – 5050 Church St (Non-Residential)
 Applicant: Edward Danavi
 Owner: Holy Apostolic Catholica Assyrian Church of the East
 Request: Addition

 Discussion & Interested Parties
 Staff comments were read into the record.

 Edward Danavi, representing the project, presented the plans. The main entrance was
 designed to face west, toward a utility substation.

 Commissioner Maschek expressed concern about the main entrance location, as it faced
 directly into a substation and was located at the end of a long dead end. He suggested
 improving the corner with landscaping to screen the substation and potentially adding a
 turnaround to address both aesthetic and safety concerns. Commissioner Maschek noted
 that while the architecture was nicely designed, the entrance location was unfortunate as
 it would be difficult to see and access.

 Staff clarified that the Plan Commission and Fire Department had already reviewed and
 approved the site plan.

 Recommendation & Voting
 A motion was made to grant a Certificate of Appropriateness as presented. The vote was
 unanimous with one absence.

 Motion: Joe Maschek Second: Archana Shah
 Ayes: 6
 Nays: 0
 Absent: 1




 2025-044A – 5360 Touhy Ave (Non-Residential)
 Applicant: James Olguin, Olguin Law LLC
 Owner: McDonald’s USA LLC


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 Request: New Construction – Limited Service Restaurant

 Discussion & Interested Parties
 Staff comments were read into the record.
 Jim Olguin, zoning attorney for McDonald's, provided an overview of the project. He
 explained that the full reconstruction would optimize the site for traffic flow and drive-
 through operations. A significant change in the site plan was the removal of an entrance
 close to the intersection of Touhy and Niles Center Road, reducing traffic conflicts.

 Ryan, the project architect, presented the design concept, explaining that the new
 building would blend rhythm, movement, and sustainability in its massing. The design
 features transparency and articulation of the dining room and back-of-house components,
 creating a dynamic experience as visitors move around the building. The material palette
 includes a wooden screen system that will naturally weather to create a silvery look,
 accented by dark and warm fiber cement panels.

 The sustainability features include high-efficiency HVAC systems, solar panels on the
 roof (not visible at grade), and high-performance building envelope to maximize daylight
 while meeting current standards.

 Dan Olson, landscape designer, explained that the total site redesign would increase
 pervious or landscape area by 5,000-6,000 square feet. The design included permeable
 pavers throughout the parking stall areas, increased landscape buffer around the
 perimeter, and a mixture of deciduous and evergreen trees, shrubs, ornamental grasses,
 and perennials.

 Commissioners responded positively to the design, noting that the massing was well done
 and "classes the joint up." Questions were raised about rooftop equipment screening, and
 the architect confirmed they had conducted line-of-sight diagrams to ensure proper
 parapet height for equipment concealment.

 Recommendation & Voting
 A motion was made to grant a Certificate of Appropriateness as presented. The vote was
 unanimous with one absence.

 Motion: Jacob Shapiro Second: Julie Naumiak
 Ayes: 6
 Nays: 0
 Absent: 1


 2025-046A – 5530 Touhy Ave (Non-Residential)
 Applicant & Owner: Anthony Armocida
 Request: Façade



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 Discussion & Interested Parties
 Staff comments were read into the record.

 Anthony, the local franchisee of Dave's Hot Chicken, presented the proposal. He
 explained that Dave's Hot Chicken is the fastest growing hot chicken brand in the country
 with 305 restaurants nationally. The interior designs feature a vibrant atmosphere aimed
 at teenagers and young adults.

 Anthony explained that the exterior graphics would be created using 3M heat-adhesive
 material applied to the building. This material can be removed without damaging the
 building's exterior. He noted that studies have shown that locations with more colorful
 exteriors generate 20-30% more sales than those with simpler facades.

 Commissioner Maschek expressed support for the graphics, noting that the section where
 they would be applied is not very noticeable, and the proposed string lights would help
 draw attention. He did raise a question about the maintenance of the graphics over time,
 and staff confirmed that the village's property maintenance code would ensure that any
 weathered or damaged graphics would need to be repaired.

 There was also discussion about improving the appearance of a utility door at the
 entrance that currently has "fire door" markings. The applicant agreed to consider
 painting the door red and applying the required markings in a more attractive font, as
 long as it meets code requirements.
 Recommendation & Voting
 A motion was made to grant a Certificate of Appropriateness with the red stripe as an
 architectural feature, as requested by the petitioner. The vote was unanimous with one
 absence.

 Motion: Julie Naumiak Second: Jay Pathak
 Ayes: 6
 Nays: 0
 Absent: 1



 2025-045A – 4600 Main St (Non-Residential)
 Applicant: FSC Skokie LLC
 Owner: Arie Crown Hebrew Day School
 Request: New Townhomes

 Discussion & Interested Parties
 Staff comments were read into the record.




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 Mike De Rouin from Fitzgerald Associates Architects presented the revised elevations.
 He explained that the changes were driven by market desires to appeal to younger buyers.
 The new design features white and light tan bricks with dark brick vertical striping to
 separate the different townhome units. The design includes 51% brick, 25% windows,
 and 23.5% fiber cement panels.

 Commissioner Maschek commented that he liked the changes better than the previous
 design. He noted that the side elevations had lost a panel that created more interesting
 facades in the previous design, but the addition of transom windows on the side
 elevations improved the appearance. He recommended keeping these transom windows
 to avoid a flat look.

 Commissioner Maschek also suggested adding variety in the texture of the front elevation
 panels between the windows, as the current design has too much of the same rhythm. He
 suggested incorporating different lap siding patterns or other textures to add visual
 interest without making the design busy.


 Recommendation & Voting
 A motion was made to grant a Certificate of Appropriateness as presented. The vote was
 unanimous with one absence.

 Motion: Joe Maschek Second: Julie Naumiak
 Ayes: 6
 Nays: 0
 Absent: 1




 5) Communication from Staff


 Staff member Brian Augustine noted that the next regularly scheduled meeting would be
 on December 10, 2025.

 Commissioner Archana Shah announced that it was her last day serving on the
 Appearance Commission as she would be moving out of the area. The other
 commissioners expressed their gratitude for her service on the commission and that they
 would miss her.

 6) Public Comment

 7) Adjournment

 Meeting adjourned at 8:39 PM


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Respectfully Submitted

Jose Acosta,
Planning Coordinator




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MEMORANDUM
Community Development Department

To: Michael Lynk, Appearance Commission Chair
 Appearance Commission Members

From: Brian J Augustine, Zoning Administrator/Permit Supervisor
 Jose Acosta, Planning Coordinator

Date: December 10, 2025

SUBJECT: APPEARANCE COMMISSION STAFF REPORT

Staff offers the following comments on the cases scheduled for the December 10, 2025, Appearance
Commission meeting:

RESIDNETIAL
NEW BUSINESS:

2025-047A 5338 Greenwood St – The applicant is proposing a one-story dining room addition
 in the rear yard. The existing home is currently a mix of brick and siding. The
 proposed addition will have vinyl siding that matches existing
 Staff has no objections to the proposed elevations. Staff typically prefers a
 cementitious siding, but in this case the vinyl siding is matching existing.
2025-048A 9555 Hamlin Ave – The applicant is proposing to construct a 100 square foot 1st
 floor addition. The addition will have two exterior walls of brick that will match
 existing materials. The existing siding on the home is not being changed.
 Staff has no objections to the proposed elevations. The addition is being designed to
 blend in with the existing home.

2025-049A 9050 Keystone Ave – The applicant is proposing a 2-story addition in the south side
 yard. The proposed brick and asphalt shingles on the addition will match existing
 materials.
 Staff has no objections to the proposed elevations. The addition is being designed
 to look like it was part of the original residence.

2025-050A 9440 Lawler Ave – The applicant is proposing a 1st floor addition in the rear yard.
 The addition will consist of a 1st floor and basement. The proposed bedroom in the
 basement is prohibited per Section 118-53 of the Skokie Zoning Ordinance and will
 need to be removed from the permit submittal.
 Staff recommends a cementitious siding and prefers the hip option over the gable.
 Staff’s only concern with the elevations is the amount of siding on the north side of
 the addition. Staff would prefer some type of feature or a small transom widow to
 break up the siding on this wall.


Doc 636859 – December 10, 2025 Appearance Staff Report
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 Village of Skokie
 APPEARANCE COMMISSION APPLICATION
 Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services Division
 5127 Oakton St. Skokie, IL 60077
 Phone 847/933-8223
 The Appearance Commission meets the 2nd Wednesday* of each month at 7:30 p.m.
 *Unless otherwise noted
 Applications will only be accepted in a PDF format.

 11/14/2025
APPLICATION DATE: _____________________________________

APPLICATION TYPE (Please check all that apply):
 New Construction X 1st Floor Addition 2nd Floor Addition Façade Signage Other

LAND USE:
 X Single Family Residential Multifamily Residential Mixed Use Commercial Industrial Other

 5338 GREENWOOD ST. SKOKIE IL. 60077
SUBJECT ADDRESS: ___________________________________________________________________________

OWNER INFORMATION: Please print legibly.
NAME(S):PAUL IBANEZ
ADDRESS: 5338 GREENWOOD ST. CITY, STATE ZIP: SKOKIE IL. 60077
PHONE#: EMAIL:

AGENT/PETITIONER INFORMATION (if other than owner):
NAME(S): THOMAS MICHAEL DAYTIME PHONE #: ____________________________
ADDRESS: 5600 N. RIVER RD. SUITE 800 CITY, STATE ZIP: ROSEMONT IL.  60018
 ______________________________
EMAIL: SIGNATURE: ____ _________
Please submit the following PDFs to appearance@skokie.org to complete your digital-only application:
 1. Elevations, floor plans, and site plans. Scale ¼” = 1’-0” is preferred, but not required. If the file size is greater
 than 5MB, multiple emails are allowed. Ensure “Appearance Commission PDF” and the project’s property
 address are in the subject line of the email. Color elevations or one color rendering is required.
 2. Completed Zoning Information Worksheet (residential projects only)
 3. Photographs (all sides of the subject building and the fronts of neighboring buildings)
 4. Excerpts of brochures and/or cut sheets of new materials and colors proposed for the project. Matching
 existing materials and colors can be confirmed with the submitted photographs.
 5. Plat of Survey
Does your project include a green roof? Yes No X
* If your project includes a green roof you will placed at or near the top of the agenda.


 Fee Schedule
 Residential Site (new) … $100 plus $50.00 per unit
 Non-Residential Site* (new) … $100 plus $50.00 per 1,000 square feet (based on square footage of building)
 * Any non-residentially zoned site (Business, Industrial, Mixed-Use districts)
 Any Other Appearance Review (Additions, Façade, Sign Package, etc.) … $50.00
 If you have already paid for a preliminary plan review there is no charge.
 For Office Use Only:
 Case Number ____________________________ Meeting Date ________________________________________________
 Acct # NR Amt $ _________________________ Cash / Credit Card/ Check # ____________________________________

 Any required fees or monies owed by the applicant to the Village must be paid as a condition of approval.
VOSDOCS-#149808-v17-Appearance_Commission_Application_form Revised 12/12/24
 FRONT
5338 GREENWOOD ST
SOUTHWEST CORNER
5338 GREENWOOD ST
SOUTHEAST CORNER
5338 GREENWOOD ST
EAST FACADE LOOKING SOUTH
 5338 GREENWOOD ST
 REAR
5338 GREENWOOD ST
REAR NORTHWEST CORNER LOOKING SOUTH
 5338 GREENWOOD ST
NEIGHBOR AT 5342 GREENWOOD ST (WEST)
NEIGHBOR AT 5334 GREENWOOD ST (WEST)
 SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING - ADDITION & KITCHEN REMODEL DOB USE:



 ZONING INFORMATION PROJECT SCOPE OF WORK

 ALLOWED
 EXISTING 2 STORY MASONRY SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING
 16.0' PUBLIC ALLEY OVER BASEMENT WITH DETACHED TWO CAR 1 STORY
 ZONING R-2
 FRAME GARAGE. PROPOSED (E) KITCHEN REMODEL AND
 OCCUPANCY RESIDENCE REAR YARD 11'X22.5' ADDITION PER PLANS. WATER
 46.85' PL CONSTRUCTION V-A
 SERVICE TO REMAIN. ELECTRICAL SERVICE TO REMAIN.


 PARCEL NO. 10-16-323-044-0000

 PLANNING DISTRICT CITY OF CHICAGO PROJECT DIRECTORY

 LOT AREA 5,792 SF OWNER:
 PAUL IBANEZ
 BUILDABLE AREA 2,316.8 SF
 EXISTING 5338 GREENWOOD ST.
 FRAME 2 CAR SKOKIE, IL. 60077
 BUILDING AREA
 30.44' +
 GARAGE FIRST FLOOR: 946 SF TEL: 773.757.4058
 COVERED ENTRY: 38SF EMAIL: paulibanez@gmail.com
 FIRST FLOOR ADDITION: 247.5 SF
 SECOND FLOOR: 914 SF GENERAL CONTRACTOR:
 TOTAL AREA: 2,151.5 SF CELTIC DEVELOPEMENT LTD
 5259 W. WINONA ST.

 50.20' +
 YARD SETBACK CHICAGO, IL. 60630 STAMP:
 TEL: 773.368.4192
 N. FRONT 29.72' EMAIL: celtic@celticpros.com
 30.0' REAR SETBACK 25.0'
 ARCHITECT: 001.024622
 S. REAR 50.2' THOMAS MICHAEL
 30.0' or 20% lot depth of the lot, whichever is less = 24.7' MICHAEL OFFICE OF ARCHITECTURE
 5600 N. RIVER RD. SUITE 800
 E.SIDE 6.05' ROSEMONT, IL. 60018
 W.SIDE 4.72' TEL: 630.863.4339
 Neither side less than 4.0' EMAIL: tom@moa-architect.com
 BUILDING HEIGHT 23.03'

 30.71' +
 2.00' 28'-0"
 4.72' - 22.50' PROJECT NAME:
 OFF STREET PARKING 2 CAR GARAGE
 5338
 GREENWOOD ST
 SKOKIE, IL.
 PROPOSED 60077
 11.00'




 123.69' PL
 ONE STORY FRAME




 124.22' PL
 ADDITION
 V IEW OF PROPOSED ADDITION




 EXISTING 2 STORY REVISION HISTORY
 DATE DESCRIPTION
 MASONRY O/ BASEMENT
 22.08'
 11.07.25 PERMIT SET
 SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING
 UP
 11.17.25 APPEARANCE COMMITTEE
 --- ---
 #5338
 --- ---

 32.82' -




 COVERED
 PORCH




 6.05'




 25.0' FRONT SETBACK

 40.41' -




 29.72' 29.72'




 LANDSCAPING SHEET TITLE:

 PROJECT
 INFORMATION &
 SITE PLAN

 CONC. WALK 47.00' PL CONC. WALK




 DATE: 11/7/2025
 GREENWOOD STREET
 SCALE: AS NOTED

 SHEET:




 NORTH A-1
1 PLOT PLAN
- 1/8 IN = 1 FT
 DOB USE:
 ELEVATION KEY NOTES
 1 EXISTING VINYL WINDOWS
 2 EXISTING BRICK VENEER WALL
 3 EXISTING VINYL LAP SIDING
 4 EXISTING ASPHALT SHINGLES CLASS 'A'
 DEMO AND REMOVE EXISTING WINDOW,
 5 PROVIDE NEW LINTEL L1 FOR PROPOSED
 DOOR WAY

 6 DEMO AND REMOVE EXISTING DOOR,
 INFILL OPENING TO 42" AFF W/ WOOD CAP
 4
 6 : 12
 6 : 12 6 : 12
 6 : 12




 3
 6 : 12 6 : 12
 4 : 12
 STAMP:
 2



 1




 PROJECT NAME:

 5338
 GREENWOOD ST
 SKOKIE, IL.
 60077




E2 EXISTING EXTERIOR ELEVATION - SIDE (WEST) E1 EXISTING EXTERIOR ELEVATION - FRONT (SOUTH)
 - 1/4 IN = 1 FT - 1/4 IN = 1 FT
 REVISION HISTORY
 DATE DESCRIPTION
 11.07.25 PERMIT SET
 --- ---
 --- ---
 --- ---




 4


 0 : 12




 6 : 12
 6 : 12




 4 : 12 4 : 12 SHEET TITLE:

 EXISTING / DEMO
 EXTERIOR
 5
 2
 ELEVATIONS
 6




 DATE: 11/7/2025
 SCALE: 1/4"=1'0"

 SHEET:




E4 EXISTING EXTERIOR ELEVATION - SIDE (EAST) E3 EXISTING EXTERIOR ELEVATION - REAR (NORTH)
 A-5
 - 1/4 IN = 1 FT - 1/4 IN = 1 FT
 DOB USE:
 ELEVATION KEY NOTES
 1 EXISTING ASPHALT SHINGLES CLASS 'A'
 2 EXISTING VINYL LAP SIDING
 3 EXISTING BRICK VENEER WALL
 4 EXISTING VINYL WINDOWS

 5 (N) VINYL LAP SIDING TO MATCH
 EXISTING
 T.O. RIDGE
 23'-0.3" + 6 (N) STANDING SEAM ROOF

 7 PROVIDE 4"MIN FLASHING TERMINATED

 6'-0 1/4" +
 INTO BRICK, CAULK COURSE LINE
 1
 6 : 12 8 (N) VINYL WINDOWS TO MATCH EXISTING

 6 : 12 9 (N) 60" FIBERGLASS SLIDER TO MATCH
 T.O. PLATE EXISTING
 16'-11.9" -
 10 (N) FIBERGLASS DOOR




 8'-1 1/4" -



 2
 T.O. - 2ND FLOOR
 9 1/4"
 6 : 12
 8'-10.8" -
 T.O. PLATE STAMP:
 3 8'-1.5"



 4

 8'-1 1/2"




 T.O. - 1ST FLOOR
 0'
 T.O. PLATE
 9 1/4" -9.3" -
 PROJECT NAME:


 6'-4 1/4"
 5338
 GREENWOOD ST
 SKOKIE, IL.
 60077
 T.O. - FOUNDATION INTENT TO MATCH EXISTING VINYL SIDING
 -7'-1.5" +
 1'-4" B.O. FOOTING
 -8'-5.5" +




 E2 PROPOSED EXTERIOR ELEVATION: SIDE WEST E1 PROPOSED EXTERIOR ELEVATION: FRONT SOUTH
  - 1/4 IN = 1 FT - 1/4 IN = 1 FT
 REVISION HISTORY
 DATE DESCRIPTION
 11.07.25 PERMIT SET
 --- ---
 --- ---
 --- ---




 T.O. RIDGE
 23'-0.3" +
 0 : 12 STANDING SEAM METAL ROOF IN TERRA COTTA FINISH


 6 : 12
 6'-0 1/4" +



 T.O. PLATE
 16'-11.9" -




 8'-11"
 7


 2 : 12 6
 4 : 12 SHEET TITLE:
 T.O.PLATE
 8'-0.9" -
 PROPOSED
 EXTERIOR
 8 8 MATCH EXISTING WHITE WINDOW FRAMES
 MATCH EXISTING DOUBLE HUNG OPERATION ELEVATIONS
 8'-1" -
 5
 6'-8" -
 10
 9



 T.O. 1ST FLOOR
 4" 0'
 B.O. FOOTING
 T.O. PLATE
 -4"-
 -9.3"
 5 1/4"

 DATE: 11/7/2025

 7'-8 1/4"
 SCALE: 1/4"=1'0"

 SHEET:


 B.O. FOOTING
 -8'-5.5" +




E4 PROPOSED EXTERIOR ELEVATION: SIDE EAST E3 PROPOSED EXTERIOR ELEVATION: REAR NORTH
 A-8
 - 1/4 IN = 1 FT - 1/4 IN = 1 FT
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 — Board and Batten — T-8 PlankWall® Metal Panels
— Western Wave® - 7/8” Deep Metal Siding That Look Like Wood - 1” Deep 5




 — Panel Design Options
 • Stiffening Ribs
 • Perforations
 • Custom Lengths & Sizes




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  Classic Green Matte Black Matte Midnight Dark Bronze Medium Bronze Mansard Brown
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 11/23/25


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x

 9555 Hamlin Avenue


 Derrick and Felicia Blakley
 9555 Hamlin Ave Evanston, IL 60201




 Normandy Remodeling , Racquel Fout Designer
 222 East Ogden Ave Hinsdale, IL 60521




 x




 Any required fees or monies owed by the applicant to the Village must be paid as a condition of approval .
BLAKLEY RESIDENCE
9555 Hamlin Avenue, Evanston




Front Elevation - West
Facing Hamlin Avenue
BLAKLEY RESIDENCE
9555 Hamlin Avenue, Evanston




Side Elevation - North
Facing Golf Road
BLAKLEY RESIDENCE
9555 Hamlin Avenue, Evanston




Rear Elevation - East
Backyard area, Area of proposed addition
BLAKLEY RESIDENCE
9555 Hamlin Avenue, Evanston




Side Elevation - South
Facing Adjacent property 9545 Hamlin Ave
BLAKLEY RESIDENCE
9555 Hamlin Avenue, Evanston
This is a corner property, North side facing Golf Road




9545 Hamlin Ave 9556 Hamlin Ave
Adjacent Property to the South Property across the Street, West
 Revisions By


 ZONING ANALYSIS 10/16/25
 ISSUED FOR CS
 REVIEW
 11/05/25
 ORDINANCE ACTUAL ISSUED FOR CS
 ZONING DISTRICT R-1 R-1 APPEARANCE REVIEW
 LOT SQUARE FOOTAGE - 9231 SF
 BUILDING HEIGHT 35' EX.
 2 STORIES (EX.)

 FRONT YARD SETBACK 25' 38.3' (EX.)

 REAR YARD SETBACK 30' 48.2' (EX.)

 SIDE YARD SETBACK (EAST) 17' 6.9' (EX.)
 SIDE YARD SETBACK (WEST) 6' 9.98' (EX.)


 9555
 FLOOR AREA RATIO: .60/5538.6SF .35
 HAMLIN AVE
 EX. FIRST FLOOR 1704.8 SF




 NEW KITCHEN REMODEL & ADDITION FOR THE BLAKLEY RESIDENCE
 EX. SECOND FLOOR 1444.9 SF
 PROPOSED ADDITION 99.8 SF




 9555 HAMLIN AVE
 TOTAL 3249.5 SF



 MAX LAND COVERAGE BY BUILDINGS 40%/3292 SF 28% 70.56'
 EX. FIRST FLOOR 1704.8 SF



 EVANSTON, IL 60203
 PROPOSED ADDITION 99.8 SF
 EX. WALK/PATIOS/DRIVE 776.3 SF
 EX. CONC WALK
 TOTAL 2580.9 SF


 38.3'


 (SKOKIE BUILDING DEPARTMENT)
 9.98' 53.7' 6.9'

 25' FRONT YARD SETBACK

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 SIDING: 490 SF AS NOTED
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BLAKELY RESIDENCE
9555 Hamlin Avenue, Evanston
Proposed Rear Addition, Exterior Rendering
 BLAKLEY RESIDENCE
 9555 Hamlin Avenue, Evanston
 Exterior Material Selection - Proposed




Rear Elevation - East Rear Elevation – Proposed Addition
Backyard area, Area of proposed addition Rear Patio shown for Presentation only, not in scope
Existing Siding colors to remain – no proposed changes
 BLAKLEY RESIDENCE
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 Shed/Gable Roof end, North facing
 6” Lap James Hardie Cement Board
 siding, Boothbay Blue to match
Exterior Masonry – Red Brick Veneer existing color for North/South facing
Brick color and mortar joints to match elevations as close as possible Pella Vinyl Sliding Door, Grills to
Existing brick as close as possible match existing pattern
Running Bond Course as shown Material to match House, typical
 BLAKLEY RESIDENCE
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 Aluminum Soffits and Fascia
30 year Architectural Shingles K-style Gutters and Downspouts
Owens Corning Oakridge Estate Grey or equal “Almond”
To match existing house ACAP To match existing color/style ACAP
 Village of Skokie
 APPEARANCE COMMISSION APPLICATION
 Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services Division
 5127 Oakton St. Skokie, IL 60077
 Phone 847/933-8223
 The Appearance Commission meets the 2nd Wednesday* of each month at 7:30 p.m.
 *Unless otherwise noted
 Applications will only be accepted in a PDF format.


APPLICATION DATE: 11/26/2025
 _____________________________________

APPLICATION TYPE (Please check all that apply):
 New Construction x 1st Floor Addition x 2nd Floor Addition x Façade Signage Other

LAND USE:
 x Single Family Residential Multifamily Residential Mixed Use Commercial Industrial Other

 9050 Keystone Avenue
SUBJECT ADDRESS: ___________________________________________________________________________

OWNER INFORMATION: Please print legibly.
NAME(S): Dorado West Trust
ADDRESS: 9050 Keystone Avenue CITY, STATE ZIP: Skokie, IL 60076
PHONE#: EMAIL:

AGENT/PETITIONER INFORMATION (if other than owner):
NAME(S): Abigail Randall/ Randall Architects, Inc. DAYTIME PHONE #: ______________
ADDRESS: 39 E Quincy St, Unit 2B CITY, STATE ZIP: ______________________________
EMAIL: SIGNATURE: _ __
Please submit the following PDFs to appearance@skokie.org to complete your digital-only application:
 1. Elevations, floor plans, and site plans. Scale ¼” = 1’-0” is preferred, but not required. If the file size is greater
 than 5MB, multiple emails are allowed. Ensure “Appearance Commission PDF” and the project’s property
 address are in the subject line of the email. Color elevations or one color rendering is required.
 2. Completed Zoning Information Worksheet (residential projects only)
 3. Photographs (all sides of the subject building and the fronts of neighboring buildings)
 4. Excerpts of brochures and/or cut sheets of new materials and colors proposed for the project. Matching
 existing materials and colors can be confirmed with the submitted photographs.
 5. Plat of Survey
Does your project include a green roof? Yes No x
* If your project includes a green roof you will placed at or near the top of the agenda.


 Fee Schedule
 Residential Site (new) … $100 plus $50.00 per unit
 Non-Residential Site* (new) … $100 plus $50.00 per 1,000 square feet (based on square footage of building)
 * Any non-residentially zoned site (Business, Industrial, Mixed-Use districts)
 Any Other Appearance Review (Additions, Façade, Sign Package, etc.) … $50.00
 If you have already paid for a preliminary plan review there is no charge.
 For Office Use Only:
 Case Number ____________________________ Meeting Date ________________________________________________
 Acct # NR Amt $ _________________________ Cash / Credit Card/ Check # ____________________________________

 Any required fees or monies owed by the applicant to the Village must be paid as a condition of approval.
VOSDOCS-#149808-v17-Appearance_Commission_Application_form Revised 12/12/24
 Permit Application No.




 Consultant




 Stamp




 9020 Keystone Avenue- Front Elevation 9050 Keystone Avenue- Front Elevation 9100 Keystone Avenue- Front Elevation




 License

 Project Title

 Addition at 9050 Keystone
 9050 Keystone Ave
 Skokie, Illinois



 Issue/Revision:


 11/26/25 Appearance/ Zoning Review

 Issue/Revision History:

 A 9/29/25 Schematic Design Review

 B 11/18/25 Issue for Design Development




 Plot Date:
 Project ID
 CAD File Name
9050 Keystone Avenue- North Elevation 9050 Keystone Avenue- Rear Elevation 9050 Keystone Avenue- South Elevation
 Drawn By
 Checked By
 Reviewed by
 Designed by
 Submitted By

 Sheet Title

 Photos


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 A0-02
 Permit Application No.




 EXG Home =- 4095 sf
 (Light Grey area)




Addition Consultant


= 1,271 sf New Construction Exg Construction




 Enclosed
 3-Season Room



 Stamp




CO-103B




 License

 Project Title

 Addition at 9050 Keystone
 New Construction Exg Construction 9050 Keystone Ave
 Skokie, Illinois



 Issue/Revision:


 11/26/25 Appearance/Zoning Review

 Issue/Revision History:

 A 9/29/25 Schematic Design Review

 B 11/18/25 Issue for Design Development

 C 11/26/25 Appearance/Zoning Review




 Plot Date:
 Project ID
 CAD File Name

 Drawn By
 Checked By
 Reviewed by
 Designed by
 Submitted By

 Sheet Title

 Site Plan


 Drawing No.




 A0-01
 Permit Application No.




 Existing
Addition Roof
 Dashed Line
 Indicates Attic
 Area over 6'-9"
 New Construction Exg Construction




 Consultant




 Stamp




 Project Title

 Addition at 9050 Keystone
 9050 Keystone Ave
 Skokie, Illinois



 Issue/Revision:


 11/26/25 Appearance/Zoning Review

 Issue/Revision History:

 A 7/15/24 Issue for CPPA Review

 B 6/2/25 Revised per Permit

 C 11/18/25 Issue for Design Development

 D 11/26/25 Appearance/Zoning Review




 New Construction Exg Construction




 Plot Date:
 Project ID
 CAD File Name

 Drawn By


  1
 Second Floor Plan Checked By
 Scale: 1/4" = 1'-0" Reviewed by
 Designed by
 Submitted By

 Sheet Title

 Roof Plan


 Drawing No.




 A1-14
 Permit Application No.




 Brick to Match Exg


 Asphalt Shingles to Match
 Exg




 W-L W-L W-L W-L W-L W-L

Asphalt Shingles to Match
 Exg




 Consultant


 W-K W-K W-K W-K W-K W-K




 Limestone Sills to Match
 Exg
 New Addition Existing Construction
 Brick To Match Exg Clad Windows to Match Brick To Match Exg Stamp

 Front Elevation Exg
 Limestone Sills to Match
 1 Scale: 1/4" = 1'-0" Exg




 Asphalt Shingles to Match
 Exg

 Project Title

 Addition at 9050 Keystone
 9050 Keystone Ave
 Skokie, Illinois



 Issue/Revision:


 11/26/25 Appearance/Zoning Review

 Issue/Revision History:

 A 11/18/25 Issue for Design Development

 B 11/26/25 Appearance/Zoning Review

 W-J




 W-I W-H W-H W-H W-I


 UCA3664 UCA3664 UCA3664



 Plot Date:
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 CAD File Name

 Drawn By
 Checked By
 Reviewed by
 Designed by
 Submitted By
 New Construction
 Sheet Title
 Clad Windows to Match
 South Elevation Exg Brick To Match Exg Building Elevations
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 Consultant



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 CIFD306 8




 Stamp

 Exg Construction New Addition


1
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 Scale: 1/4" = 1'-0"




 Project Title

 Addition at 9050 Keystone
 9050 Keystone Ave
 Skokie, Illinois



 Issue/Revision:


 11/26/25 Appearance/Zoning Review

 Issue/Revision History:

 A 7/15/24 Issue for CPPA Review

 B 6/2/25 Revised per Permit

 C 11/26/25 Appearance/Zoning Review




 Plot Date:
 Project ID
 CAD File Name

 Drawn By
 Checked By
 Reviewed by
 Designed by
 Submitted By

 Sheet Title

 Building Elevations
 Basement & 1st Floor


 Drawing No.




 A2-01
 Village of Skokie
 APPEARANCE COMMISSION APPLICATION
 Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services Division
 5127 Oakton St. Skokie, IL 60077
 Phone 847/933-8223
 The Appearance Commission meets the 2nd Wednesday* of each month at 7:30 p.m.
 *Unless otherwise noted
 Applications will only be accepted in a PDF format.


APPLICATION DATE: 11/21/2025
 _____________________________________

APPLICATION TYPE (Please check all that apply):
 New Construction x 1st Floor Addition 2nd Floor Addition Façade Signage Other

LAND USE:
 x Single Family Residential Multifamily Residential Mixed Use Commercial Industrial Other

 9440 N Lawler, Skokie, Il 60076
SUBJECT ADDRESS: ___________________________________________________________________________

OWNER INFORMATION: Please print legibly.
NAME(S): Kathleen and Joseph Occhipinti
ADDRESS: 7230 N Oakley, #1s CITY, STATE ZIP: Chicago, Il., 60645
PHONE# EMAIL:

AGENT/PETITIONER INFORMATION (if other than owner):
NAME(S): DAYTIME PHONE #: ____________________________
ADDRESS: CITY, STATE ZIP: ______________________________
EMAIL: SIGNATURE: __________________________________
Please submit the following PDFs to appearance@skokie.org to complete your digital-only application:
 1. Elevations, floor plans, and site plans. Scale ¼” = 1’-0” is preferred, but not required. If the file size is greater
 than 5MB, multiple emails are allowed. Ensure “Appearance Commission PDF” and the project’s property
 address are in the subject line of the email. Color elevations or one color rendering is required.
 2. Completed Zoning Information Worksheet (residential projects only)
 3. Photographs (all sides of the subject building and the fronts of neighboring buildings)
 4. Excerpts of brochures and/or cut sheets of new materials and colors proposed for the project. Matching
 existing materials and colors can be confirmed with the submitted photographs.
 5. Plat of Survey
Does your project include a green roof? Yes No x
* If your project includes a green roof you will placed at or near the top of the agenda.


 Fee Schedule
 Residential Site (new) … $100 plus $50.00 per unit
 Non-Residential Site* (new) … $100 plus $50.00 per 1,000 square feet (based on square footage of building)
 * Any non-residentially zoned site (Business, Industrial, Mixed-Use districts)
 Any Other Appearance Review (Additions, Façade, Sign Package, etc.) … $50.00
 If you have already paid for a preliminary plan review there is no charge.
 For Office Use Only:
 Case Number ____________________________ Meeting Date ________________________________________________
 Acct # NR Amt $ _________________________ Cash / Credit Card/ Check # ____________________________________

 Any required fees or monies owed by the applicant to the Village must be paid as a condition of approval.
VOSDOCS-#149808-v16-Appearance_Commission_Application_form Revised 12/12/24

Meeting Minutes for
 Appearance Commission
 December 10, 2025 | 7:30 PM
Skokie Village Hall | 5127 Oakton Street, Skokie IL 60077 | Council Chambers
 Members Present: Michael Lynk, Chair
 Thomas DaMario, Vice Chair
 Julie Naumiak
 Joe Maschek
 Mark Penning
 Carlos Ruiz
 Jacob Shapiro
 Jay Pathak
 Members Absent:
 Presiding Officer: Brian Augustine, Zoning Administrator
 Staff Present: Jose Acosta, Planning Coordinator
 Others Present:


 1) Time Meeting was Called to Order/Declaration of Quorum

 A quorum being present, Chairman Lynk called the meeting to order at 7:30 PM.

 2) Approval of Meeting Minutes

 A motion was made by Commissioner Naumiak to approve the minutes of the November
 12h, 2025 Appearance Commission meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner
 Pathak. All members voted aye.



 3) New Business

 2025-047A – 5338 Greenwood Street (Residential)
 Applicant: Thomas Michael
 Owner: Paul Ibanez
 Request: 1st floor addition

 Discussion & Interested Parties
 Staff comments were read into the record.

 The Commission appreciated that the addition was set back from the brick facade,
 creating a good visual transition. Commissioner Maschek inquired about the siding on the
 addition over the garage, and the applicant confirmed it was also vinyl siding, explaining
 they had previously converted the original garage to an office. Another Commissioner


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 asked about the exposure size of the siding, which the applicant confirmed was 3.5 inches
 to match the existing double-half siding.

 The Commission found the proposal straightforward and appropriate.

 Recommendation & Voting
 A motion was made to grant a Certificate of Appropriateness as presented. The vote was
 unanimous.

 Motion: Jay Pathak Second: Julie Naumiak
 Ayes: 7
 Nays: 0
 Absent: 0




 2025-048A – 9555 Hamlin Avenue (Residential)
 Applicant: Normandy Remodeling – Racquel Fout
 Owner: Derrick and Felicia Blakley
 Request: 1st Floor Addition

 Discussion & Interested Parties
 Staff comments were read into the record.

 Racquel Fout, architectural designer with Normandy Remodeling, presented a proposal
 for a 100 square foot first-floor addition at the corner of Highland and Golf. The addition
 was designed to expand the kitchen to create more entertaining space and allow for
 appliance upgrades.

 Ms. Fout explained that the 6-foot deep, nearly 16-foot wide one-story addition would be
 constructed off the rear of the home. Two exterior walls would be brick to match the
 existing materials. She noted the home has a unique color scheme with different colors on
 different elevations (north/south sides are blue while east/west sides are green), and the
 small triangular areas above the brick on the addition would be James Hardie siding to
 maintain this pattern. The proposal included white vinyl sliding doors to match the
 existing white vinyl windows.

 The Commission commented that the design made the addition look as though it was
 built with the original house. Commissioner Maschek complimented the draftsmanship of
 the plans for being clear and legible. Commissioner Ruiz asked for clarification on the
 siding.

 Recommendation & Voting
 A motion was made to grant a Certificate of Appropriateness as presented. The vote was
 unanimous.



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 Motion: Joe Maschek Second: Julie Naumiak
 Ayes: 7
 Nays: 0
 Absent: 0




 2025-049A – 9050 Keystone Avenue (Residential)
 Applicant: Abigail Randall / Randall Architects
 Owner: Dorado West Trust
 Request: 1st & 2nd Floor Addition

 Discussion & Interested Parties
 Staff comments were read into the record.

 Abby Randall from Randall Architects presented a proposal for a two-story addition on
 the south side yard. The addition was designed to create an "aging in place" bedroom on
 the second floor and a larger office for the owner on the first floor.

 Staff reported that the proposed brick and asphalt shingles on the addition would match
 existing materials, and they had no objections as the addition was designed to look like
 part of the original residence.

 Commissioner Ruiz inquired about the lack of windows on the second floor of the south
 elevation above the bay window. Ms. Randall explained that this wall would be the
 location of the bed's headboard in the bedroom, and the owner had specifically requested
 no windows there. When asked about visibility from the street, she noted that there was
 significant landscaping and the wall was set back approximately 30 feet from the
 property line, limiting its visibility.

 Recommendation & Voting
 A motion was made to grant a Certificate of Appropriateness as presented. The vote was
 unanimous.

 Motion: Julie Naumiak Second: Jay Pathak
 Ayes: 7
 Nays: 0
 Absent: 0



 2025-050A – 9440 Lawler Avenue (Residential)
 Applicant & Owner: Kathleen & Jospeh Occhipinti
 Request: 1ST Floor Addition



637421 – Appearance Commission Minutes – December 10, 2025
 Discussion & Interested Parties
 Staff comments were read into the record.

 Kathleen Occhipinti, the homeowner, presented plans for a first-floor addition in the rear
 yard that would include both a first floor and basement. Staff noted that the proposed
 bedroom in the basement was prohibited per section 118-50.3 of the Skokie zoning
 ordinance and would need to be removed from the permit submittal.

 Staff recommended cementitious siding and preferred the hip roof option over the gable
 design. Their only other concern was the amount of siding on the north side of the
 addition, where they suggested adding a feature or small transom window to break up the
 wall.

 Discussion ensued about the hip versus gable roof options presented in the plans.
 Commissioner Maschek asked Ms. Occhipinti about her preference, noting that the gable
 design included skylights suggesting a vaulted ceiling. Ms. Occhipinti indicated she was
 considering not having skylights and instead using transom windows over each window.
 The Chair clarified that since the homeowner was not the architect, the discussion about
 technical aspects was difficult.

 It was determined that since the existing bedroom had a flat ceiling rather than a vaulted
 one, the hip roof option might be more appropriate, though the Commission agreed either
 option would be acceptable. The Commission also discussed the staff recommendation
 regarding breaking up the siding on the north wall but determined that since this wall
 faced the neighbor rather than the street and had closets and bedroom space behind it,
 windows would not be practical.

 Recommendation & Voting
 A motion was made to grant a Certificate of Appropriateness with the option to build
 either the gabled version or the hip roof version of the submittal, and also the option of
 including some sort of fenestration, transom windows perhaps, on the side elevation at
 the owner's option was made

 Motion: Thomas DaMario Second: Jacob Shapiro
 Ayes: 7
 Nays: 0
 Absent: 0



 4) Communication from Staff

 Staff member Brian Augustine noted that the next regularly scheduled meeting would be
 on January 14, 2026.

 5) Public Comment


637421 – Appearance Commission Minutes – December 10, 2025
 David Dalka, a resident from 9330 Laurel, addressed several appearance issues in Skokie.
 He presented concerns about:

 1. A property at 3300 Church Street with a damaged garage door
 2. Commonwealth Edison property maintenance issues, particularly poor grass cutting
 leading to invasive weeds
 3. Dead trees along the expressway from Dempster to Golf Road that he believed were
 breeding grounds for rats

 Mr. Dalka expressed frustration with the responsiveness of village departments to these
 concerns and requested that the Appearance Commission take action or send letters to the
 Village Board about these matters.

 The Chair acknowledged that while these were valid appearance concerns, many fell
 under the jurisdiction of other departments such as Property Standards. He promised to
 email the mayor about these issues and recommended continued advocacy, with another
 Commissioner noting that persistence can eventually lead to resolution.

 6) Adjournment

 Before adjourning, the Chair introduced Mark Penning as the incoming chairman of the
 Appearance Commission.

 Meeting adjourned at 8:12 PM


Respectfully Submitted

Brian Augustine,
Zoning Administrator




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