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Palatine council committee denies variation for circular driveway at 587 West Helen Road
Summary
After a lengthy public hearing, the committee voted against a variation to permit a circular driveway at 587 West Helen Road; Planning & Zoning and staff had recommended denial, citing lack of demonstrated hardship and code concerns, while the homeowner said layout, a ComEd guy‑wire and safety backing onto Helen Road justified relief.
The Village of PalatinePolice Policy & Code Services Committee denied a requested zoning variation to permit a circular driveway at 587 West Helen Road, with Planning & Zoning and staff recommending against the request.
Community development staff told the committee the village code regulates circular driveways by a maximum dimension near the property line, overall driveway width, and lot coverage; staff and the Planning & Zoning Commission…
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