Title
Cherry Ridge - Kimball Hill - Discussion
History
On September 4, 2007, the Village Board requested additional information regarding the status of the Cherry Ridge project. In particular, staff was requested to analyze the advantages and disadvantages of allowing Kimball Hill to move forward on the South parcel without owning the North parcel.
Background:
The Cherry Ridge project was approved by Village of Orland Park on May 1, 2006 . The development agreement was approved on February 19, 2007. The approved subdivision includes property on both sides of 153rd street and is proposed to be a neighborhood based, mixed housing product subdivision, including neo-traditional single-family homes (68), Villas (31) townhomes (250), condos (80) and a small neighborhood commercial center. This project is considered a transit-oriented development, given its close proximity to the train station. The total approved net density for the entire subdivision is 5.29/acre. While this project was approved as one subdivision, staff did anticipate phasing of the project, similar to many other residential projects in Orland Park. Additionally, the approved development agreement does not prohibit phasing of the project.
Project Status:
In June of 2007, staff met with representatives from both Andrews and Kimball Hill to discuss the status of the project, including the pending acquisition of the North piece of property by Kimball Hill. Trustee Dodge also assisted staff by participating in these meetings. During these meetings, staff was very clear with both parties that proposed changes to the approved subdivision, including density changes, would not be supported by the Village. Representatives from Andrew did ask whether the Village would consider revisions to the approved plan in order to allow for greater marketability of the North Parcel. Again, staff reiterated the project was approved as one subdivision and a request for higher density would not be recommended...
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