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Zoning board approves daycare at 1932 Essington Road with reduced play‑area setback
Summary
The Joliet Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special use permit and a variation allowing an outdoor play area 20 feet from a residential zoning district for a proposed daycare at 1932 Essington Road; the operator must obtain state licensing and meet building and life‑safety requirements.
The Joliet Zoning Board of Appeals voted 4‑0 to approve a special use permit and a variation for a daycare at 1932 Essington Road, allowing the proposed outdoor play area to be 20 feet from an adjacent residential zoning district instead of the 40 feet required by ordinance. Applicant Maria Coleman plans to remodel the larger tenant space at the site and operate a center for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years; final licensing must be obtained from the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) before occupancy.
Staff told the board the 38,000‑square‑foot lot contains a…
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