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Westmont commission backs variance for 225 S. Williams deck; staff found no drainage impacts

Village of Westmont Planning and Zoning Commission · November 13, 2025
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Commissioners unanimously recommended approval of a variance to increase lot coverage to allow a roughly 225‑sq. ft. rear deck at 225 S. Williams; staff said the lot is not in a low‑depression area and decks are treated as pervious, so no additional flood mitigation was recommended.

Homeowners Matthew and Karen asked the Planning & Zoning Commission on Nov. 12 for a variance to exceed the R3 maximum lot coverage so they could replace a small rear landing with a 225‑square‑foot Trex deck.

Scott, village planning staff, said the request is processed under the amended zoning ordinance (Chapter 95) and explained the property context:…

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