2026-09-09 Zoning Board of Appeals Commission

The Village of Villa Park Zoning Board of Appeals held a meeting on September 9, 2026, primarily focused on approving variations for the installation of several pole-style signs at various municipal buildings. The signs had already been purchased but required zoning approval due to non-compliance with current sign codes, including setbacks and landscaping requirements. The board discussed specific locations, landscaping ring sizes, and sign placements, approving most variations with conditions such as maintaining a three-foot landscaping ring where feasible and relocating signs to optimize visibility and aesthetics. Additionally, the board considered a text amendment to permit mobile food vehicle courts (food truck courts) within certain zoning districts, including commercial and manufacturing areas. The amendment outlined requirements such as electrical hookups, portable restrooms, landscaping, and grease trap disposal plans. The board voted to approve the text amendment to allow food truck courts as a special use, enabling property owners to apply for permits under the new regulations. Several motions were passed related to sign variations and the food truck court ordinance, with some cases continued for further review.