In a special meeting held on July 28, 2025, the Lombard Plan Commission discussed a proposed amendment to the Pinnacle at Meyers development plan, which was initially approved in 2024. The original plan included 22 detached single-family residences in a gated community, along with infrastructure improvements to School Street and Fourteenth Street. Currently, construction is ongoing at the site, which remains an active construction zone.

The petitioner is seeking to revise the plan to reduce the number of residences from 22 to 11. This amendment aims to decrease the density from 5.6 units per acre to 2.8 units per acre, while also increasing the distance between houses from 6 feet to 12 feet or more. Notably, the peak height of the buildings will remain unchanged at 38 feet, and the overall site layout, including access points and open space, will also stay consistent with the previously approved plan.

Staff analysis indicates that the revised plan aligns closely with existing zoning entitlements, resulting in a reduction of required zoning relief. For instance, the front setback relief needed for the new plan is less than that required for the original proposal. Each of the 11 residences will accommodate up to six vehicles, exceeding the two-space parking requirement per unit.

Traffic analysis conducted by KLOA suggests that the revised plan will generate less traffic than the previously approved 22-unit development, indicating that the surrounding roadway infrastructure can adequately support the new plan's demands.

During the meeting, commissioners raised questions regarding the open space requirements. The revised plan maintains 45% open space, which is below the typical 50% requirement. The petitioner explained that this reduction is justified due to the layout of the buildings and the effective use of space, emphasizing that the open space in the development includes common areas not counted in the individual lot calculations.

The meeting concluded with a recommendation for approval of the revised plan, subject to conditions outlined in the staff report. The discussions highlighted the ongoing efforts to balance development needs with community standards, ensuring that the revised plan remains consistent with the village's zoning regulations while addressing neighborhood concerns.