Northfield, Illinois

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will consider a request to amend the existing Planned Unit Development at 315 Waukegan Road to replace the chapel with a new gymnasium. The amendment requires a variation from the maximum building height of 35 feet to allow rooftop units at 36 feet 1 inch. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting notes and public comment.

• Amendment to PUD to build gymnasium replacing chapel at 315 Waukegan Road (Christian Heritage Academy)
• Variation from 35' max building height to 36'-1" for rooftop units
• Approval of summary notes from May 20, 2026 meeting

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to amend the existing Planned Unit Development at 315 Waukegan Road. The amendment would allow Christian Heritage Academy to replace the existing chapel with a new gymnasium. A variation is required to permit rooftop units to reach a height of 36'-1", exceeding the 35-foot maximum building height.

• Public hearing for PUD amendment to build a new gymnasium replacing the chapel at Christian Heritage Academy
• Requested variation from maximum building height of 35' to allow RTUs at 36'-1"
• Property PIN: 04-23-400-047-0000, Project Number: PZ2026-0012
• Petitioner: Christian Heritage Academy
• Meeting at Northfield Village Hall, 361 Happ Road, starting 7:00 p.m.

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing on two proposals: a new gymnasium at Christian Heritage Academy (315 Waukegan Road) requiring several zoning variations for signage and landscaping, and a site plan review for a new pocket park along north Happ Road by the Northfield Park District. Both items are up for discussion and decision at the July 13, 2026 meeting.

• Christian Heritage Academy seeks approval for a new gymnasium with variations for signage on non-frontage facades, individual wall sign area up to 111.83 sq ft, and sign placement above windows.
• Petitioner requests a variation to allow 183.83 sq ft of new signage on east and west facades, exceeding the 50 sq ft individual wall sign limit.
• A variation is needed to waive the required 10-foot transitional yard with shade trees and fence for nonresidential uses in residential districts.
• Northfield Park District proposes a new pocket park along north Happ Road, using part of Tower Road right-of-way and an adjacent public parcel south of Temple Jeremiah at 937 Happ Road.
• Both projects are subject to public hearing and commission approval; project numbers PZ2026-0012 and PZ2026-0015.

Village Board

The Village of Northfield Committee of the Whole is meeting on July 28, 2026, but the agenda contains only procedural items: call to order, public comment, approval of minutes from June 23, a blank discussion item, other business, and adjournment. No specific decisions or discussions are listed for this meeting.

• Discussion item listed without any topic
• Approval of minutes from June 23, 2026
• Public comment period scheduled

Village Board

This regular Village Board meeting includes procedural items such as call to order, public comment, approval of bills and disbursements for June 2026, and consent agenda (minutes approval). However, action items 4, 5, and 6 are listed without any description, making the agenda incomplete and lacking specific decisions or discussions.

• Approval of Bills and Disbursements – June 2026
• Approval of Minutes – June 23, 2026
• Action items 4, 5, and 6 listed but no details provided in the agenda

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on three requests. The first is an extension of the building permit deadline until October 31, 2026, for a new single-family residence at 1386 Winnetka Road. The other two are variations from the 35% impervious front-yard coverage limit for driveway expansions at 270 Bristol Street (53.8% proposed) and 62 Coventry Road (45.4% proposed).

• Building permit deadline extension request for new home at 1386 Winnetka Road
• Impervious coverage variation for driveway at 270 Bristol Street (53.8% vs 35% limit)
• Impervious coverage variation for driveway and walkway at 62 Coventry Road (45.4% vs 35% limit)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a petition from Red3 Development LLC to extend the construction deadline for a new single‑family residence at 1386 Winnetka Road to October 31, 2026. The board will also review a request from Brian and Isenia Wynn to increase front‑yard impervious coverage from 35% to 45.4% for a driveway and walkway expansion at 62 Coventry Road. The meeting includes routine approval of the May 6, 2026, board summary notes and a public comment period.

• Extension of building permit deadline to Oct 31 2026 for 1386 Winnetka Road (Red3 Development LLC)
• Variation to allow 45.4% impervious front‑yard coverage at 62 Coventry Road (Brian and Isenia Wynn)
• Approval of summary notes from the May 6 2026 Zoning Board meeting

Village Board

The Village Board will consider adopting two ordinances to move forward with a potential Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district: one scheduling a public hearing and joint review board meeting, and another establishing an interested parties registry and rules. The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes appointing Tom Laird to the Plan and Zoning Commission and approving a minor change to a planned unit development for alternate roofing materials at 310 Happ Road. Additionally, the board will approve bills and disbursements for May 2026 totaling $2,065,288.89.

• Ordinance setting a public hearing and joint review board meeting for a potential TIF district
• Ordinance establishing an interested parties registry and rules for a potential TIF district
• Minor PUD change at 310 Happ Road to allow alternate roofing materials
• Appointment of Tom Laird to the Plan and Zoning Commission
• Approval of May 2026 bills and disbursements totaling $2,065,288.89

Village Board

The agenda for the June 23, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting lists only procedural items—call to order, public comment, and approval of minutes—and the adjournment item is marked as CANCELED, indicating the meeting is not proceeding. No substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Call to order / Roll Call
• Public comment
• Approval of Minutes – May 26, 2026
• Adjourn CANCELED

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider a request from Dedication Health for a variation to allow a 44.58 sq ft monument sign at 330 Frontage Road, exceeding the 24 sq ft limit. They will also consider a minor change to the Planned Unit Development at 310 Happ Road to replace wood cedar shake roofing with architectural asphalt shingles, submitted by Beal Properties. Other business includes approval of meeting notes from May 19, 2026, and public comment.

• Variation request for a 44.58 sq ft double-faced monument sign at 330 Frontage Road (Dedication Health)
• Minor PUD change for roof replacement at 310 Happ Road (Beal Properties)
• Approval of May 19, 2026 meeting summary notes
• Public comment period

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission of Northfield will hold a public hearing on June 8, 2026, to consider two items: a variation request to allow a 44.58 sq ft monument sign at 330 Frontage Road, exceeding the 24 sq ft limit, and a minor change to the Planned Unit Development at 310 Happ Road to replace wood cedar shake roofing with asphalt shingles.

• Public hearing for a variation to allow a 44.58 sq ft double-faced monument sign at 330 Frontage Road (Dedication Health), exceeding the 24 sq ft limit under Chapter 12, Section 12.4.F
• Public hearing for a minor PUD change at 310 Happ Road to replace wood cedar shake roofing with architectural asphalt shingles (Beal Properties)
• Both items are proposed for approval at the June 8 meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a request from Red3 Development LLC to extend the deadline for completing construction of a new single-family residence at 1386 Winnetka Road. The petitioner seeks to extend the building permit until October 31, 2026.

• Request to extend building permit deadline to October 31, 2026, for a new single-family residence at 1386 Winnetka Road (Petitioner: Red3 Development LLC)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a request from Red3 Development LLC to extend the building permit deadline for a new single-family residence at 1386 Winnetka Road until October 31, 2026. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment.

• Consideration of a building permit extension for a new single-family home at 1386 Winnetka Road until October 31, 2026

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole will consider staff recommendations for the Happ Road Improvement Program, including near-term enhancements and potential federal funding for construction. The board will also discuss options for business attraction and retention. Both items are for discussion only; no final decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of next steps for the Happ Road Improvement Program, including lowering speed limit to 25 mph and bi-weekly litter sweeps starting June 1
• Discussion of business attraction and retention options for the Village
• Approval of minutes from the April 28, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting

Village Board

The Village Board will consider adopting an ordinance approving a special use for a Planned Unit Development and a plat of consolidation at 400, 464, 466, and 480 Central Avenue. Other action items include a resolution rejecting all bids for the Wagner Road Sidewalk Extension and ordinances related to property surplus and right-of-way vacation. Consent items include a $1.315 million fire engine purchase and a $192,829 water main design contract. The board will also approve April 2026 bills and disbursements totaling $2,609,449.34.

• Ordinance approving special use for Planned Unit Development and Plat of Consolidation at 400, 464, 466, and 480 Central Avenue
• Resolution rejecting all bids for the Wagner Road Sidewalk Extension
• Authorization to purchase an E-One fire engine from Fire Services, Inc. for $1,315,195
• Authorization for professional services agreement with Ciorba Group for Happ/Harding Water Main Design ($192,829)
• Approval of April 2026 bills and disbursements totaling $2,609,449.34

The Village Board approved a consent agenda including the hiring of an auditor and a $1.3M fire engine purchase, and adopted an ordinance for a multi-family development at Central Avenue. The Board also rejected all bids for the Wagner Road sidewalk extension due to costs exceeding the budget.

• Approved bills and disbursements for April 2026 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including audit services and fire engine purchase (6-0)
• Rejected all bids for Wagner Road sidewalk extension (6-0)
• Authorized Manager to negotiate new agreement with Schroeder for sidewalk project (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance approving PUD and plat of consolidation at 400, 464, 466, 480 Central Ave (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance vacating part of Hawthorne Lane right of way (6-0)

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will consider a Planned Unit Development (PUD) application from Reva Development Acquisitions LLC to build a 92-unit apartment building at 464-466-480 Central Avenue, with four residential levels and lower-level parking. The petitioner requests several zoning variations, including height to 57 feet, five stories, reduced parking and loading berths, and setback adjustments. Also on the agenda is a related Plat of Consolidation to combine multiple parcels into a 2.13-acre lot and dedicate land at Oak Street. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• PUD request for a 92-unit apartment building at 464-466-480 Central Avenue, with four residential levels and lower-level parking
• Variations sought: elevator overruns to 57 ft, 5 stories, 0-ft east front setback, 5.5-ft stairs/ramps, no generator screening, 178 parking spaces (down from 181), 1 loading berth (down from 3), 0-ft parking setbacks, 19-ft drive aisles
• Plat of Consolidation to combine properties at 464, 466, 480 Central Avenue, a portion of 400 Central Avenue, and a remnant of Hawthorne Lane right-of-way into one 2.13-acre lot
• Proposal to dedicate a small sliver of land at the west end of Oak Street as part of the consolidation
• Petitioner is Reva Development Acquisitions LLC; property index numbers 04-24-211-022-0000 and 04-24-211-019-0000

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal to build a 92-unit apartment building as a Planned Unit Development on a consolidated 2.13-acre lot at 400-480 Central Avenue. The petitioner, Reva Development Acquisitions LLC, is requesting multiple zoning code variations including height, stories, setbacks, parking spaces, and loading berths. A related plat of consolidation to combine several parcels and dedicate a small strip of land will also be considered.

• Proposed 92-unit apartment building with four residential levels and lower-level parking
• Variation request to allow 5 stories instead of maximum 4, and elevator overruns up to 57 feet
• Variation to reduce required parking from 181 spaces and loading berths from 3 to 1
• Plat of consolidation combining 464, 466, 480 Central Avenue and part of 400 Central Avenue plus Hawthorne Lane remnant
• Proposed dedication of a sliver of land touching the west end of Oak Street

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing on two agenda items. The primary matter is the review of a Planned Unit Development (PUD) application for a 92-unit apartment building at 400-480 Central Avenue, including requests for eight variations related to parking lot landscaping, lighting, signage, and parkway trees. The second item is a proposal to replace an existing ground sign with a 13.44 sq ft monument sign at 400 Central Avenue for Chase Bank.

• 400-480 Central Avenue: PUD for 92-unit apartment building with 4 residential levels and lower-level parking on a 2.13-acre lot
• Variation to reduce required parking lot landscaping from 26 trees to 4 trees and omit landscape strip with plant screening
• Variation to reduce parking lot landscape islands from 8 to 7, with undersized islands and sidewalks in some
• Variation to reduce parkway trees from 19 to 18
• Variations to allow lighting standards up to 19'-2" height and lighting levels up to 32.6 fc (vs. 1.0 fc) and 11.8 fc at property line

Architectural Commission

The commission will consider approving a monument sign replacement for Chase Bank at 400 Central Avenue and a Planned Unit Development (PUD) for a 92-unit apartment building at 464-466-480 Central Avenue. The PUD includes six requested variations related to parking lot landscaping, lighting heights and levels, and signage on non-frontage facades. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting notes and public comment.

• Approval of a 13.44 sq ft double-faced monument sign replacement for Chase Bank at 400 Central Avenue
• PUD for 92-unit apartment building with four residential levels and lower-level parking at 464-466-480 Central Avenue
• Variation to reduce parking lot landscaping from 26 trees to 4 trees and omit required landscape strip
• Variation to allow lighting standard heights up to 19'2" at east entrance and 16'0" in parking lot (code max 10')
• Variation to allow up to 36 sq ft of signage on north, south, and east facades (non-frontage)

The Architectural Commission approved a new monument sign for Chase Bank at 400 Central Avenue. The group also heard a presentation for a planned unit development of a 92-unit apartment building at 464-480 Central Avenue, but no vote was recorded.

• Approved Chase Bank monument sign (6-0)
• Approved April 13 meeting minutes (6-0)
• PUD apartment building presentation made (no vote)

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission of Northfield was scheduled to hold a public hearing on May 11, 2026, for two matters: a sign replacement at 400 Central Avenue and a proposed 92-unit apartment building at 464-466-480 Central Avenue. However, the meeting has been canceled. No decisions or discussions will occur.

• 400 Central Avenue: Chase Bank double-faced monument sign replacement (PZ2026-0002)
• 464-466-480 Central Avenue: Reva Development PUD for 92-unit apartment building with four residential levels and parking (PZ2026-0001)
• Petitioner requested 6 variations from code requirements including parking lot landscaping, lighting heights/levels, and signage on non-frontage facade
• Meeting canceled

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting on May 6, 2026, to consider two Class I variation requests. One seeks a reduced rear setback at 79 Frontage Road to build a second floor, and the other seeks to place a swimming pool in a side yard at 650 Briar Lane. Public comment will be heard before any decisions.

• 79 Frontage Road – variation from required 30' rear setback to 17'4" for second-floor build-out
• 650 Briar Lane – variation from side-yard swimming pool prohibition to allow pool in west side yard
• Approval of summary notes from February 4, 2026 meeting
• Public comment period before adjournment

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved requests for a second-floor addition at 79 Frontage Road and an inground swimming pool at 650 Briar Lane. Both approvals are subject to a one-year expiration if a building permit is not issued by May 6, 2027.

• Approved February 4, 2026, summary notes (5-0)
• Approved Class I variation for 79 Frontage Road to allow a second-floor build-out with a 17’4” rear yard setback (5-0)
• Approved Class I variation for 650 Briar Lane to allow an inground swimming pool in the west side yard (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Northfield Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on May 6, 2026, to consider two Class I variation requests. The first seeks to allow a full second-floor build-out at 79 Frontage Road with a rear setback of 17'4" instead of the required 30'. The second requests permission for a swimming pool in the side yard at 650 Briar Lane, which is currently prohibited.

• 79 Frontage Road: Variation to reduce rear setback from 30' to 17'4" for second-floor addition (Project PZ2026-0006)
• 650 Briar Lane: Variation to allow swimming pool in the west side yard, contrary to code prohibition (Project PZ2026-0007)
• Both items are public hearings before the Zoning Board of Appeals

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will consider a Planned Unit Development (PUD) application from Reva Development Acquisitions LLC to build a 92-unit apartment building at 464-466-480 Central Avenue, along with multiple zoning variations. The commission will also review a Plat of Consolidation to combine several parcels into one 2.13-acre lot as part of the same project. Approval of the April 6, 2026 meeting summary notes is also on the agenda.

• PUD for a 92-unit apartment building with 4 residential levels plus a lower parking level
• Variation request to allow elevator overruns up to 57 feet (55-foot maximum)
• Variation to permit 5 stories instead of the maximum 4
• Variation to reduce parking from 181 required to 178 spaces
• Plat of Consolidation merging three properties, a portion of another, and a remnant right-of-way

Plan and Zoning Commission

The public hearing scheduled for May 4, 2026, regarding a proposed 92-unit apartment building and plat consolidation at 464-480 Central Avenue has been canceled. No decisions or discussions will take place.

• Proposed Planned Unit Development for 92-unit apartment building at 464-480 Central Avenue (canceled)
• Proposed plat consolidation combining multiple parcels and dedicating land (canceled)

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and potentially decide on a Planned Unit Development (PUD) for a 92-unit apartment building at 464-466-480 Central Avenue. The petitioner, Reva Development Acquisitions LLC, requests multiple zoning variations including a height increase to 57 feet, five stories, reduced setbacks, 178 parking spaces instead of 181, and one loading berth instead of three. The commission will also review a plat of consolidation to merge the properties and a portion of the village's abandoned Hawthorne Lane right-of-way into a 2.13-acre lot. Public comment will be taken before adjournment.

• PUD application for a 92-unit apartment building with four residential levels and lower-level parking
• Nine requested zoning variations, including height to 57 ft, five stories, zero-foot east front setback, and reduced parking and loading berths
• Plat of consolidation combining 464, 466, 480 Central Ave, part of 400 Central Ave, and a remnant of Hawthorne Lane
• Dedication of a small land sliver at the west end of Oak Street as part of consolidation
• Public comment period on the agenda

Village Board

The Village Board will vote on an ordinance establishing a temporary moratorium on office uses in the Village Center Zoning District, and consider an ordinance amending the FY 2025-26 budget. The board will also authorize the purchase of a used rescue squad from Buffalo Grove for $55,000 and adopt a revised Lead Water Service Line Program. Approval of March 2026 bills and disbursements totaling $1,486,592.35 is on the consent agenda.

• Approval of March 2026 bills and disbursements totaling $1,486,592.35
• Authorization to purchase a used rescue squad from the Village of Buffalo Grove for $55,000
• Adoption of an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget
• Adoption of an ordinance establishing a temporary moratorium on office uses in the Village Center Zoning District
• Adoption of the revised Lead Water Service Line Program

The Village Board approved the March 2026 bills, a consent agenda including the purchase of a rescue squad, an amendment to the fiscal year 2025-26 budget, and a temporary moratorium on office uses in the Village Center Zoning District. No substantive decisions were made regarding the Wagner Road drainage issues.

• Approved March 2026 bills and disbursements (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including minutes, surplus property, lead water program, and rescue squad purchase (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2025-26 budget amendment (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance establishing 9-month moratorium on new office uses in Village Center Zoning District (5-0)
• Cancelled Plan and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for May 4
• Cancelled Architectural Commission meeting scheduled for May 11

Village Board

The Village Board Committee of the Whole will discuss and potentially select a preferred concept for expanding the Northfield Library. They will also hear a presentation on eligibility findings for a potential Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district and receive an update on the Happ Road improvement project. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Consideration of three expansion concepts for the Northfield Library (1785 Orchard Lane) and selection of a preferred design
• Presentation of eligibility findings for a potential TIF district
• Update on the Happ Road Improvement Project

The Village Board approved Concept #3 for the Northfield Library expansion and directed staff to begin schematic design. The Board also agreed to proceed with developing a draft redevelopment plan for a potential Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District.

• Approved Concept #3 for Northfield Library expansion (unanimous)
• Directed start of schematic design phase for library
• Agreed to develop draft redevelopment plan for potential TIF District
• Approved March 24, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:13 PM (unanimous)

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

This is a regular meeting of the Foreign Fire Insurance Board with only procedural agenda items: roll call, minutes approval, public comment, treasurer's report, old business, action items, pending purchases, and new business. No specific ordinances, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed for discussion or decision.

The board approved two major expenditures: up to $30,000 for a used fire apparatus from Buffalo Grove (split with the Village) and up to $20,000 for two kitchen tables with fire rescue and public works logos. Both motions passed unanimously. The board also unanimously reinstated Clement, Graham, and D. Shine to their positions. Discussion included a discrepancy in the treasurer report and a proposal to move FFIB funds to a separate bank account, with the chief to follow up with the village manager.

• Approved purchase of used fire apparatus not to exceed $30,000 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two kitchen tables not to exceed $20,000 (unanimous)
• Reinstated board members Clement, Graham, and D. Shine (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Police Pension Board

The Northfield Police Pension Fund Board will hold a regular meeting to consider and approve several financial and membership items. Key actions include approving annual pension increases for 2026, renewing fiduciary liability insurance, and reviewing actuarial valuations. The board will also decide on new membership, refunds to terminated members, and a surviving spouse benefit.

• Approval of annual pension increases for 2026
• Review/Approval of fiduciary liability insurance renewal
• Review/Approve membership application for Officer Mason Perri
• Refund of contributions to terminated member Gabriel Garcia
• Termination of benefits for Tom Schaffer and approval of surviving spouse benefit

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing on a continued application for signage variances by Medi-Weightloss at 436 Frontage Road. The applicant requests variations for a wall sign on a non-principal frontage, signage above the second floor windowsill, and 24-hour illumination. The hearing will take place at Village Hall, 361 Happ Road, at 7:00 p.m.

• Continued discussion of signage application for Medi-Weightloss at 436 Frontage Road
• Variation request for wall sign on non-principal frontage (north facade)
• Variation request for wall sign above second floor windowsill on north and east facades
• Variation request for 24-hour illumination instead of 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
• Property Index Number 05-19-112-015-0000, Project Number PZ2026-0005

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will continue discussion on a signage application for Medi-Weightloss at 436 Frontage Road, which requires variations to three sections of the Sign Ordinance. The proposed variations include allowing a wall sign on the non-principal frontage, allowing signage above the second floor windowsill, and permitting 24-hour illumination. Also on the agenda is approval of the March 9, 2026 meeting summary notes.

• Continued discussion of signage application for Medi-Weightloss at 436 Frontage Road
• Variation from prohibition of wall signage on non-principal frontage (north facade) – Section 12.3.A
• Variation from prohibition of wall signage above second floor windowsill (north and east facades) – Section 12.4.G
• Variation from maximum illumination hours (7am-11pm) to allow 24-hour lighting – Section 12.3.J
• Approval of summary notes from March 9, 2026 meeting

The Architectural Commission approved the March 9 meeting minutes and held a continued discussion of a signage application for Medi-Weightloss at 436 Frontage Road. No vote was taken on the requested variances; the matter was discussed but not decided.

• Approved March 9 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• No decision reached on signage variance for Medi-Weightloss at 436 Frontage Road