Appearance Commission — Skokie, IL
Date: 2024-03-27

Appearance Commission Meeting Minutes
 Date: March 27, 2024

Appearance Members Present:
 Chairman Lynk
 Maryjane Klein
 Joe Maschek
 Jay Pathak
 Thomas DaMario


Appearance Members Absent: Julie Naumiak


Staff Present: Brian Augustine, Zoning Administrator
 Nasko Pelinkaj, Building & Zoning Coordinator


(I) CALL TO ORDER
 A quorum being present, Chairman Lynk called the meeting to order.
(II) APPROVAL OF MINUTES
 A motion was made by Commissioner DaMario to approve the minutes of the
 February 28, 2024 meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Pathak.
 All members voted aye

(III) CASE DESCRIPTION
Case 2024-005A – 4300 Keeney Ave
Applicant: & Owner: Mark & Margaret Lindsay
Request: 1st Floor Attached Garage Addition


Discussion and Interested Parties

DaMario read Staff comments into the record.
Chariman Lynk asked if colors would match would existing.
The Petitioner responded, yes.
Commissioner Maschek admired the midcentury design.


Recommendation and Voting



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A motion was made to grant a Certificate of Appropriateness to approve as
Presented. The vote was unanimous.
Motion: Maschek Second: Pathak Absent: Naumiak
Ayes: 6
Nays: 0


Case 2024-006A – 9543 Lincolnwood Dr
Applicant & Owner: Ryan Lezcano
Request: 1st and 2nd Floor Addition

Discussion and Interested Parties

DaMario read Staff comments into the record.
Staff asked for verification on where addition will be placed.
The architect points out the area near the grill on renderings.
Chairman Lynk also asked for clarification on proposed addition location.
Commissioner Maschek asked if the gable will peak out.
The architect added that that the gable will align with the front and will not be visible from
street.
Chairman Lynk asked what the material used will be.
The architect responded that it will be hardy board or a different type of siding and will
match existing in color.
Chairman Lynk asked if a calculation on the siding/brick proportions would be required.
Staff replied, no.
Commissioner Maschek asked if the existing sunroom would be sided with the same
cementitious material.
The architect said this will be discussed with the homeowner.
Commissioner Maschek advised to replace the siding because it is melted.

Recommendation and Voting

A motion was made to grant a Certificate of Appropriateness.
The vote is unanimous.


Motion: Pathak Second: Shah Absent: Naumiak
Ayes: 6
Nays: 0




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Case 2024-007A – 9340 Avers Ave
Applicant & Owner: Michael Arfa
Request: Residential- 1st and 2nd Floor Addition


Discussion and Interested Parties

Chairman Lynk asked if new materials will blend and if residing.
The Petitioner responded, yes.
Commissioner Maschek asked for clarification about whether or not the shutters would
remain while siding is replaced. He said a wider shutter would look nice.
Chairman Lynk reminded the Petitioner to take note of comment regarding fire sprinkler
requirements.


Recommendation and Voting
A motion was made to grant a Certificate of Appropriateness to approve as
Presented. The vote is unanimous.
Motion: Shah Second: Pathak Absent: Naumiak
Ayes: 6
Nays: 0


Case 2024-008A – 8452 Harding Ave
Applicant: Walsh Custom Homes
Owner: Mark & Terri Bernstein
Request: Residential 2nd Floor Addition

Discussion and Interested Parties

Commissioner DaMario read Staff comments into the record.
Staff stated that a slight revision was made and hard copy renderings were brought to
the meeting.
Chairman Lynk asked if the cantilever is on the back.
Chairman DaMario asked if will be less than 2’ in length.
The cantilever component is briefly discussed.
Chairman Lynk asked Commissioner DaMario if he was ok with the cantilever.
Both were ok with the cantilever component.




Recommendation and Voting



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A motion was made to grant a Certificate of Appropriateness to approve as
Presented. The vote is unanimous.
Motion: Klein Second: Pathak Absent: Naumiak
Ayes: 6
Nays: 0

Case 2023-043A – 5425 Touhy Ave
Applicant: MJM Architects/Amanda Clark
Request: Non Residential- Façade & Signage

Discussion and Interested Parties

Commissioner DaMario read Staff comments into the record.
Chairman Lynk asked whether the changes were part of a nationwide rebranding.
Commissioner Maschek said he liked the proposed design better than the current.
Chairman Lynk asked for photos of the rest of the mall. He added that the original design
of the mall has changed over time, and that he would be ok with the changes if there is
precedent for such design.
Commissioner DaMario said the lettering on the blue looked smaller than the current.
The architect said the lettering will be smaller.


Recommendation and Voting
A motion was made to grant a Certificate of Appropriateness to approve as
Presented. The vote is unanimous.
Motion: DaMario Second: Pathak Absent: Naumiak
Ayes: 6
Nays: 0

(V) ADJOURNMENT
 Chairman Lynk adjourned the meeting a 7:49PM.




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