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Westmont planning commission approves 12-unit Cass Avenue apartment with design and landscaping conditions
Summary
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted Feb. 4 to approve a 12-unit, three-story apartment at 306 North Cass (PCC 0162025) with conditions including uniform balcony railings, landscaping in lieu of some fencing, an extended solid fence to shield a neighboring home, and aesthetic treatment to obscure balcony undersides. The project moves to the Village Board Feb. 19.
The Village of Westmont Planning and Zoning Commission voted Feb. 4 to recommend approval of a 12-unit, three-story apartment development at 306 North Cass, forwarding the matter to the Village Board with several design and landscaping conditions.
Developer Michael Gatto, presenting on behalf of Campanio LLC, said the revised plans meet the district's height rules while providing a 10-foot clear floor‑to‑ceiling height: "We are able to achieve the 10 foot floor to floor clear height and still meet the 35 feet and under requirement." Staff had explained the site's split zoning and recommended rezoning three rear parcels from R3 to R4 so the consolidated parcel could be developed. The application included a preliminary subdivision to consolidate five lots, three variances (front‑yard setback, lot area per dwelling unit/density, minimum outdoor open space), and a major site plan approval.
The commission approved items 1–4 (lot consolidation…
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