Title/Name/Summary
29 Orland Square Drive - Appearance Improvement Grant
History
QUICKFACTS
Project
29 Orland Square Drive
2016-0029 (See AR 2015-0598)
Petitioner
Zeden Jones - United Growth
Purpose
The purpose of this petition is to obtain $20,000 in funding assistance to renovate and rehabilitate the existing standalone retail building located at 29 Orland Square Drive in order to modernize the aesthetics of the property.
Requested Actions: Appearance Improvement Grant
Project Attributes
Address: 29 Orland Square Drive
P.I.N.(s): 27-10-300-033-0000
Parcel Size: 1.67 acres (72,190 s.f.)
Building Size: 0.23 acres (10,000 s.f.)
Comprehensive Plan Planning District: Regional Core District
Comprehensive Land Designation: Regional Mixed Use
Existing Zoning: COR Mixed Use District
Existing Land Use: Medical Office
Proposed Land Use: Commercial Retail / Restaurant
Surrounding Land Use:
North: COR Mixed Use District - Financial Institution (5/3rd Bank)
South: COR Mixed Use District - Commercial Retail (Half Price Books)
East: COR Mixed Use District - Commercial Retail (Collectors Sports Gallery)
West: VCD Village Center District - (across LaGrange Road) Commercial Retail
OVERVIEW AND BACKGROUND
An Appearance Review was administratively approved for this project on January 12, 2016. The Appearance Review report and its exhibits are included with this report for further reference. See 2015-0598 / AR-15-00239.
The petitioner is applying to the Appearance Improvement Grant for $20,000, representing the maximum allowable grant amount, to renovate and rehabilitate the exterior appearance of the one story building located at 29 Orland Square Drive. Currently, the building’s exterior has an outdated architectural appearance and is in need of façade update. The proposed updates are consistent with the surrounding architecture in the immediate vicinity, and will represent the second Appearance Improvement Grant (AIG) for a property located in a prominent location along LaGrange Road within the last year, the first being Grant TV and Appliance.
The property, which was most recently occupied by the Advocate Health Care - Orland Square Immediate Care Center, was purchased by the petitioner in November, 2015. The building is located in an outlot of the Orland Park Place Mall, amongst a cluster of financial, retail and restaurant properties. The presence of this property is highly visible from LaGrange Road, the most important north-south corridor in the Village.
While the aim of an AIG is specifically designated for exterior building improvements, pedestrian connectivity, which is sorely lacking in the vicinity of the site, will be robustly addressed within the scope of this project. No payout of AIG funds shall be issued without 100% completion of these sidewalk and crosswalk projects, as detailed in Appearance Review 2015-0598.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION & CONTEXT
Per the requirements of the Appearance Improvement Grant, the proposed improvements fit under the Commercial Remodel category for “Façade Expansion and Exteriors”, “Storefront Architectural Features” and “Screening Rooftop Mechanicals”. In addition, the proposed improvements meet the guidelines for eligible projects.
The petitioner has provided two (2) bids for the grant program to consider. The two (2) bids are from I.M. Construction ($68,000) and Triad Building and Development ($79,212). Each bid is described below.
I.M. Construction ($68,000)
This bid is divided into six (6) categories, each related to different aspects of the exterior scope of work proposed for the site. These categories are:
- Demolition
- Framing
- Insulation
- Cornice Work
- EIFS
- Caulking
Triad Building and Development ($79,212)
This bid is divided into five (5) categories, each related to different aspects of the exterior scope of work proposed for the site. These categories are:
- Demolition
- Framing
- Insulation
- Cornice
- EIFS
Village building permit fees are waived for this project, as per stipulations with the Appearance Improvement Grant. Each of the above noted bids are attached for more detail.
Bid Selection
The petitioner has indicated that these bids are only for improvements to the exterior appearance of the unit located at 29 Orland Square Drive. Interior activities are not eligible for funding assistance through this grant program.
The Appearance Improvement Grant notes that the best or lowest bid is selected to fund the project. In this case, the I.M. Construction ($68,000) bid is the lowest bid.
The I.M. Construction bid is $ 11,212, or 14%, lower than the Triad Building and Construction bid. As the scope of work provided by both companies are nearly the same (I.M. Construction also included “caulking”), the discrepancy in these bids could come down to the fact that I.M. Construction has been with the project since the onset. They have worked with the petitioner to refine projects costs and have demonstrated significant cost reductions through their bid compared to the bid submitted by Triad Building and Development.
Based on these reasons provided by the petitioner, and because this is the petitioner’s preferred selection, the I.M. Construction bid is the selected bid for the project. Ultimately, the proposed total project cost is $68,000. A 50% cost share on the project cost would be $34,000, which far exceeds the maximum grant amount of $20,000. Therefore, the petitioner may only receive a maximum grant of $20,000.
Bid Conclusion
The Appearance Improvement Grant funds projects over $1,000 to cover 50% of the work up to a maximum of $20,000. In this case, the grant will provide $20,000 to the petitioner for the renovation of the building improvements located at 29 Orland Square Drive.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
The financial impact to the Village of Orland Park will be $20,000 from the following account number:
010-0000-484930
In addition to the $20,000 in grant assistance to 29 Orland Square Drive, the project will benefit from the programs’ permit fee waiver. This is estimated as an additional $5,000 to $10,000 incentive depending on the ultimate project scope and building permit plan reviews.
This case is now before the Development Services/Planning Committee for review prior to being sent to the Board of Trustees for final review/approval.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to recommend to the Village Board to approve the Appearance Improvement Grant application for $20,000 to renovate and rehabilitate the exterior appearance of 29 Orland Square Drive, as indicated in the fully referenced motion below.
THIS SECTION IS FOR REFERENCE ONLY (NOT NECESSARY TO BE READ)
I move to recommend to the Village Board to approve the Appearance Improvement Grant application for $20,000 from account 010-0000-484930 for 29 Orland Square Drive;
And
I move to recommend to the Village Board to approve the I.M. Construction bid for $68,000 as the lowest bid for the exterior improvements at 29 Orland Square Drive and for the petitioner to use, subject to the following conditions:
1) Obtain a building permit from the Village’s Building Department prior to initiating work.
2) Submit a sign permit application to the Building Division for separate review and approval.
3) Screen all mechanical equipment either at grade level with landscaping or hidden behind the roofline. Additional screening requirements may be required, as determined by the Development Services Department.
4) Complete all pedestrian connectivity projects and conditions of approval as detailed in Appearance Review 2015-0598 before 12/31/2016. No payout of AIG funds shall be issued without 100% completion of these projects.
5) Enter into an Appearance Improvement Grant Agreement with the Village of Orland Park.