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Skokie board approves Dewey's grant, Pickled Dilley expansion, PNC permit and new car‑wash use
Summary
The Village Board approved a retail-enhancement grant for Dewey's Barbecue (up to $75,000 rebate), a modification to allow Pickled Dilley to expand courts and community space, PNC's special‑use replacement at 5033 Dempster, and a hand car‑wash special use at 8019 Monticello.
Several business and land‑use items were approved in the May 20 meeting.
-the board approved a retail‑enhancement grant (rebate basis, not to exceed $75,000) to support the interior and exterior build‑out of Dewey's Barbecue at 5013–5019 Oakton Street. Robert Fitzpatrick, the buyer of the building, described plans to revive his family's barbecue concept and complete a full build‑out.
-Pickled Dilley (4919 Main Street) asked to formalize modifications tied to continued operation as an indoor pickleball facility and the board approved the modified special‑use permit; owner Lauren Busey said the addition of four full‑size courts and a community recreation space will support program growth.
-PNC Financial Services received approval through a modified review to repeal and replace its existing special‑use permit at 5033 Dempster Street; the board approved the change after staff described site adjustments and parking retention (37 spaces total, including two accessible spaces).
-A special‑use permit for a hand car wash at 8019 Monticello Avenue (appointment‑based service with shared parking) was approved; applicants described expected volumes (6–12 vehicles per day) and pickup/drop‑off procedures.
