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Commission recommends driveway-width variances for 408 Elmtree Lane to ease family parking

Vernon Hills Planning and Zoning Commission · January 22, 2026
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Summary

Homeowner Jason Mick received the Planning & Zoning Commission's recommendation to permit a wider driveway and apron—28.5 feet at the property line (20 permitted) and a 32.5-foot apron at the curb (24 permitted)—subject to avoiding a 5-foot easement and signing a waiver for brick paver aprons.

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of variances to allow an expanded driveway at 408 Elmtree Lane to accommodate a household with multiple vehicles.

Homeowner Jason Mick said his family needs room for five cars and described daily difficulties of "bumper to bumper"…

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