La Grange Illinois 6/8/2021 Plan Commission Meeting (Audio Only)

This video covers a Plan Commission meeting held in La Grange, Illinois, on June 8, 2021. The primary focus is Plan Commission Case 260, which involves a proposal for a text amendment, a special use permit, and a site plan approval for a development called Brick and Mortar at 30 South La Grange Road. Key Discussion Points: Proposed Use: The applicants, Andrew Nast and Adam Claybach, propose a mixed-use concept combining a co-working facility (Brick and Mortar) and a convenience store (59 Local Market) on the first floor (1:52-2:25). Project Details: The co-working space is designed to be accessible 24/7 for members and will feature meeting spaces and private offices (3:33-4:18). The retail convenience store, 59 Local Market, aims to feature small, startup brands and grab-and-go items, operating daily from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m (4:31-4:53). The applicants also seek to modify the building's exterior, including new entrances, window modifications, and a black facade (7:12-8:20). Regulatory Challenges: The staff highlighted that the La Grange comprehensive plan historically limits first-floor uses in the C1 Central Commercial District to retail and entertainment, making the request for a first-floor co-working space a significant deviation requiring a text amendment (8:26-10:20). Applicant Rationale: The applicants argue that the shift toward remote work has created a demand for local, flexible workspace. They believe this model helps bring daytime population to the downtown area and supports other local businesses (13:06-13:54, 56:01-57:06). The meeting also includes a detailed presentation by the applicants about their existing location in Park Ridge, their technology-driven operational model (using apps for access rather than full-time receptionists), and their commitment to building community through business networking events (30:05-44:49).