On the agenda: Hoffman Estates Planning, Building & Zoning Committee — Datacenter (Oct 12)

AGENDA
Planning, Building & Zoning Committee
Regular Meeting
Village Hall
1900 Hassell Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169

October 12, 2026

1.

CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL

2.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A.

Immediately Following
Transportation & Road
Improvement Committee

Planning, Building & Zoning Committee 09-14-2026

3.

PUBLIC COMMENT

4.

NEW BUSINESS

5.

Council Chambers

A.

Ordinance accepting a public utility easement at 500 Hillcrest Boulevard (Lincoln Prairie
School)

B.

Courtesy Review of a proposed car wash by El Car Wash for the property located at 2575
W. Higgins Road

REPORTS
A.

Planning Division Monthly Report

B.

Code Enforcement Division Monthly Report

C.

Economic Development and Tourism Monthly Report

6.

PRESIDENT'S REPORT

7.

ITEMS IN REVIEW

8.

OTHER

9.

ADJOURNMENT

Further details and information can be found in the agenda packet attached hereto and incorporated herein and
can also be viewed online at www.hoffmanestates.org and/or in person in the Village Clerk's office. The Village of
Hoffman Estates complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). For accessibility assistance, call the
ADA Coordinator at 847/882-9100.

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Village of Hoffman Estates
PLANNING, BUILDING & ZONING
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

September 14, 2026

1. ROLL CALL
Members in Attendance:

Management Team Members
in Attendance:

Gary Stanton, Chair
Karen Arnet, Vice-Chair
Patrick Kinnane, Trustee
Karen Mills, Trustee
Anna Newell, Trustee
Gary Pilafas, Trustee
Mayor William D. McLeod
Eric Palm, Village Manager
Arthur Janura, Corporation Counsel
Jon Pape, Deputy Village Manager
Alan Wenderski, Director of Engineering
Jenny Horn, Dir. Development Services
Alan Wax, Fire Chief
Cathy Doczekalski, Director HRM
Jana Dickson, Asst. Corporation Counsel
Matthew Galloway,
Ric Signorella, Cable TV Manager

The Planning, Building & Zoning Committee meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.
2.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Motion by Trustee Mills, seconded by Trustee Arnet, to approve the Special Planning, Building
& Zoning Committee meeting minutes of July 20, 2026. Voice vote taken. All ayes. Motion
carried.
Motion by Trustee Arnet, seconded by Trustee Mills, to approve the Planning, Building &
Zoning Committee meeting minutes of August 3, 2026. Voice vote taken. All ayes. Motion
carried.
2.

PUBLIC COMMENT

4.

NEW BUSINESS
A.

Courtesy Review of a proposed car was by El Car Wash for the property
located at 2575 W. Higgins Road.

An item summary sheet from James Donohue was presented to Committee
This item was postponed until October 12, 2026.
B.

Courtesy Review of a proposed commercial development for the property
located at 80 W. Higgins Road.
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An item summary sheet from James Donohue was presented to Committee
Mark Ptacek, Doug Altenberger, and Dan Kinzinger from Heartland Bank & Trust presented
their concept for a bank on a 2.65-acre parcel currently owned by W-T Properties Schaumburg,
LLC. They have outgrown their current Schaumburg location and wish to remain in the local
area.
Trustee Stanton asked whether all properties would be developed at the same time. The bank
would likely be developed first, with one or both developments following a month or two later.
Trustee Mills asked whether the far western corner where the building is proposed would provide
enough visibility. Altenberger explained that visibility should not be an issue due to traffic and
elevation. Most customers visit the bank as a destination and will find it. Heartland Bank has a
significant presence in Hoffman Estates. The bank will include a drive-through.
When asked about the construction timeline, the representatives estimated that construction
could begin in five to six months. Trustee Kinnane liked the concept and felt it would be a good
fit given the housing across the street and other developments nearby.
The Board discussed access points along the two outer drives and whether any issues or
difficulties were anticipated. Mr. Altenberger indicated the owners have discussed the matter
with the parties involved. They do not anticipate any problems and have completed their due
diligence to the best of their knowledge.
Trustee Mills emphasized the importance of appealing aesthetics, as the site serves as an
entryway into the Village. Altenberger assured the Board that the development would be firstclass.
C.
Ordinance adding Section 12-3-17 to the Hoffman Estates Municipal Code
(Obligation of water consumers - Private water mains on private property)
An item summary sheet from Al Wenderski and Ryan Christensen was presented to Committee.
Mr. Wenderski provided background on the request.
Trustee Stanton inquired whether there are currently any private property owners. Mr. Wenderski
noted that there may be situations where easements are not in place, although the proposed
language was not developed with those situations in mind. Looking ahead, he noted that
Compass Datacenters did not have easements. The intent is to reach an agreement or have the
code adopted before a project is completed. This provision applies to commercial sites.
Motion by Trustee Arnet, seconded by Trustee Kinnane, to add Section 12-3-17 to the Hoffman
Estates Municipal Code (Obligation of water consumers - Private water mains on private
property). Voice vote taken. All ayes. Motion carried.
D.

Ordinance amending Section 11-3-5 of the Hoffman Estates Municipal Code
(Driveways, aprons and sidewalk requirements)

An item summary sheet from Al Wenderski was presented to Committee.

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Mr. Wenderski explained this is a cleanup of the existing code regarding driveways, sidewalks,
and aprons. The revisions provide property owners with flexibility in selecting materials,
allowing the use of synthetic fibers in place of welded wire fabric for aprons. The Village has
used synthetic fibers and considers them the preferred method. The intent is to extend this option
to all users.
Trustee Stanton asked if the Village has noticed a difference between the two materials in terms
of how long they last. Mr. Wenderski indicated the synthetic fibers are much easier to install than
the welded wire fabric – more of positive impact to installation practices.
Motion by Trustee Arnet, seconded by Trustee Kinnane, to amend Section 11-3-5 of the
Hoffman Estates Municipal Code (Driveways, aprons and sidewalk requirements). Voice vote
taken. All ayes. Motion carried.
E.

Ordinance amending Section 11-1-2. B, Hoffman Estates Residential Code, of
Chapter 11, Building Requirements, of the Hoffman Estates Municipal Code
(Energy Storage Systems)

An item summary sheet from Sanyo Kapur and Patrick Clarke was presented to Committee.
Ms. Kapur provided background on the request. Several trustees had questions about the storage
of solar and where the units can be kept. Mrs. Kapur indicated that there are allowances for
attached and detached garage space. The batteries cannot be kept inside a dwelling.
Trustee Pilafas asked Chief Wax if the Fire Department gets a lot of calls due to fires from
battery packs. Chief indicated there are not a lot of calls, but when they do come in, they are
significant.
Trustee Pilafas also asked if code would require garage structures to have a sprinkler system.
Mrs. Kapur noted the Village does require residents to install a heat detector – not sprinklers.
Trustee Kinnane when the companies are responding to a situation, do you get it programed
down into the CAD system and be notified there is a lithium battery at the site? Chief Wax
indicated they are working towards that. Trustee Kinnane recommended that there be some
notification system outside the door of the properties – a label or sticker – that indicates a lithium
battery is inside.
Motion by Trustee Arnet, seconded by Trustee Kinnane, to amend Section 11-1-2. B, Hoffman
Estates Residential Code, of Chapter 11, Building Requirements, of the Hoffman Estates
Municipal Code (Energy Storage Systems). Voice vote taken. All ayes. Motion carried.
F.

Resolution authorizing a Purchase and Sale Agreement with Association for
Individual Development for the property located at 1700 Moon Lake
Boulevard, Hoffman Estates, Illinois

An item summary sheet from Jenny Horn was presented to Committee.
Ms. Horn provided background on the request.

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Several trustees expressed this project as a great idea, well-needed in the area.
Trustee Mills inquired if AID would continually own the building? Ms. Horn indicated yes, with
the organization receiving financial support from the state, they would be obligated to keep it for
30 years. They would be the ones collecting the rent and maintaining the building, etc.
Trustee Mills asked why the project would be exempt from property tax. Counsel Janura
indicated it would be considered non-profit and therefore exempt.
Motion by Trustee Arnet, seconded by Trustee Mills, to authorize a Purchase and Sale
Agreement with Association for Individual Development for the property located at 1700 Moon
Lake Boulevard, Hoffman Estates, Illinois. Voice vote taken. All ayes. Motion carried.
G. Lakewood Center TIF Reimbursement Request #5 in the amount of
$67,605,274.54
An item summary sheet from Kevin Kramer and Matthew Galloway was presented to
Committee.
Mr. Galloway provided background on the request.
Trustee Stanton asked if the TIF has generated any money yet. Mr. Galloway noted, yes, it has.
Trustees would like to have that number.
Motion by Trustee Mills, seconded by Trustee Pilafas, to authorize Lakewood Center TIF
Reimbursement Request #5 in the amount of $67,605,274.54. Voice vote taken. All ayes.
Motion carried.
5.

REPORTS

A.
Department of Development Services monthly report for Planning Division.
The Department of Development Services monthly report for Planning Division was received
and filed.
B.

Department of Development Services monthly report for Code Enforcement
Division.
The Department of Development Services monthly report for Code Enforcement Division was
received and filed.
C.
Economic Development and Tourism Monthly Report.
The Economic Development and Tourism Monthly Report was received and filed.
6.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT \

Mayor provided and update of his activities from September 8th – 14th, 2026.
7.
8.
9.

ITEMS IN REVIEW
OTHER
ADJOURNMENT

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September 14, 2026

Motion by Trustee Arnet, seconded by Trustee Kinnane, to adjourn the meeting at 7:54 pm.
Voice vote taken. All ayes. Motion carried.
Minutes submitted by:

Jennifer Djordjevic, Dir. Of Operations/
Outreach, Office of the Mayor & Board

Date

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AGENDA ITEM REPORT
Planning, Building & Zoning Committee
October 12, 2026
ITEM 4A

REQUEST:

Ordinance accepting a public utility easement at 500 Hillcrest
Boulevard (Lincoln Prairie School)

FROM:

James Donahue, Senior Planner

ITEM TYPE:

Ordinance - Committee

REQUEST SUMMARY
In June 2024, the Village approved a request by School District 54 for engineering plan
approval for Lincoln Prairie School. In addition to building expansion, the project
included the installation of a new water main, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer with
underground detention. As part of the approvals, a condition was added that required a
Plat of Easement to be submitted for Village approval as part of Village acceptance of
the newly installed water main. In addition to the Plat of Easement, Corporation
Counsel requested a Permanent Easement Agreement, which was approved by the
School Board in September 2026.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
N/A
RECOMMENDATION
Approval of an Ordinance accepting a public utility easement at 500 Hillcrest Boulevard
(Lincoln Prairie School).
ATTACHMENTS
1.
Ordinance - Lincoln Prairie School (Utility Easement)
2.
Exhibit A - Location Map
3.
Exhibit B - Plat of Easement
4.
Exhibit C - Permanent Easement Agreement

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ORDINANCE NO. _________ - 2026
VILLAGE OF HOFFMAN ESTATES
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING A PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT AT
500 HILLCREST BOULEVARD, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS
(LINCOLN PRAIRIE SCHOOL)
WHEREAS, School District 54 (“Owner”) is the owner of the property located at 500
Hillcrest Boulevard, as shown on Exhibit “A” attached hereto and made a part hereof; and
WHEREAS, Owner received engineering plan approval from the Village of Hoffman Estates
on June 10, 2024, for the watermain and sewer component of a building expansion; and
WHEREAS, as a condition of Village approval, Owner was required to grant a public utility
easement to the Village of Hoffman Estates over the new watermain on the property; and
WHEREAS, Owner is now prepared to grant a public utility easement to the Village of
Hoffman Estates as described in the Plat of Easement attached hereto and made part hereof as
Exhibit “B”; and
WHEREAS, Owner has also prepared a Permanent Easement Agreement conveying a
perpetual, irrevocable easement to the Village of Hoffman Estates as described in the Permanent
Easement Agreement attached hereto and made part hereof as Exhibit “C”; and
WHEREAS, it is in the public interest to accept such public utility easement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the President and Board of Trustees of the
Village of Hoffman Estates, Cook County, Illinois, as follows:
Section 1: That the public utility easement granted in the Plat of Easement and the
Permanent Easement Agreement attached hereto as Exhibits “B” and “C” is hereby accepted.
Section 2: That the Village President and Village Clerk are hereby authorized to execute
and record the Plat of Easement and Permanent Easement Agreement for 500 Hillcrest Boulevard.
Section 3: The Village Clerk is hereby authorized to publish this Ordinance in pamphlet
form.
Section 4: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect immediately from and after its
passage and approval.
PASSED THIS ________ day of _________________, 2026
VOTE
Trustee Karen V. Mills
Trustee Anna Newell
Trustee Gary J. Pilafas
Trustee Gary G. Stanton
Trustee Karen Arnet
Trustee Patrick Kinnane
President William D. McLeod

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ABSENT
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ABSTAIN
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APPROVED THIS ______ DAY OF _______________, 2026
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Village President
ATTEST:
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Village Clerk
Published in pamphlet form this _______ day of ____________________, 2026.

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Exhibit A
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Lincoln Prairie School
500 Hillcrest Blvd
PIN: 07-09-215-016-0000, 07-09-215-015-0000, 07-10-100-023-0000

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Village of Hoffman Estates
October 2026
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UTILITY EASEMENT PROVISIONS

SUBMITTED BY / RETURN TO:
VILLAGE OF HOFFMAN ESTATES
1900 HASSELL ROAD
HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60169
(847) 882-9100

SURVEYOR’S CERTIFICATE

EXHIBIT "B"

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NOTARY CERTIFICATE

OWNERS CERTIFICATE

VILLAGE BOARD

VILLAGE TREASURER

PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR TAX BILL PAYMENT

UTILITY EASEMENT PROVISIONS

SUBMITTED BY / RETURN TO:
VILLAGE OF HOFFMAN ESTATES
1900 HASSELL ROAD
HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60169
(847) 882-9100

SURVEYOR’S DESIGNATION OF RECORDING

RECORDER'S CERTIFICATE

EXHIBIT C
PERMANENT EASEMENT AGREEMENT
This Pennanent Easement Agreement ("Agreement"), by and between the Board of
Education of Schaumburg School District 54, a district organized and existing under the laws of
the State of Illinois ("Grantor"), and the Village of Hoffman Estates ("Grantee").
Recitals
WHEREAS, Grantor owns real property as legally described in "Exhibit A" attached
hereto ("Property") where the parties agree the Improvements may be located (as defined in
Section 1 below) will pass; and
WHEREAS, Grantee has detennined that it is in its best interest for its Improvements (as
defined in Section 1 below) to be constructed, installed, and maintained within the Property;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises, mutual covenants and agreements
contained herein, and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt of which is hereby
acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows:
Agreement
1.

Conveyance of Permanent Easement. Grantor hereby grants to the Grantee a perpetual,
irrevocable, non-exclusive permanent easement to enter, occupy, and use the real property
legally described in "Exhibit A" attached hereto, to install upgraded water main
("Improvements") and to make any modifications necessary to the performance· of such
work, in, on, under, through, over and across such real property ("Permanent Easement").
The surface shall be restored pursuant to paragraph 11 herein.

2.

Easement Map. "Exhibit B" attached hereto is a graphic representation of the Permanent
Easement.

3.

Ingress and Egress. Grantee shall have the perpetual right of reasonable ingress and
egress in, on, to, through, over, under, and across the Permanent Easement, as described in
Exhibit A, with vehicles and equipment as Grantee deems appropriate for activities and uses
allowed under this Agreement. To the maximum practicable extent, Grantee shall use
existing gates, roads, trails or facilities to avoid disruption of Grantor's operations on the
Property.

4.

Coordination of Easement Activities. The Parties shall reasonably cooperate in
coordination of the easement activities to minimize any adverse impact on Grantor's use
of the Property. Grantee shall notify Grantor at least seven days prior to access to the
Property. To the extent there will be construction on the Property, Grantee shall provide
Grantor with a copy of the construction schedule and otherwise give Grantor reasonable
advance notice of any planned activities on the Property that may affect Grantor's conduct

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AGENDA ITEM REPORT
Planning, Building & Zoning Committee
October 12, 2026
ITEM 4B

REQUEST:

Courtesy Review of a proposed car wash by El Car Wash for the
property located at 2575 W. Higgins Road

FROM:

James Donahue, Senior Planner

ITEM TYPE:

Discussion - Committee

REQUEST SUMMARY
El Car Wash Mid-West LLC (applicant) is proposing a car wash with vacuum stations at
2575 W. Higgins Road. The 1.94-acre parcel is vacant and is the former site of the
Macaroni Grill, which was razed in 2023.
The proposed car wash would feature a single tunnel car wash facility with 30 exterior
vacuum stations for use. A pay station kiosk would be utilized by customers to select
their car wash. The petitioner's submittal states that the hours of operation are typically
7am–8pm, seven days a week with 3–4 employees on site at any given time to ensure
the site is operating safely.
If the project proceeds, the request would require Site Plan review as well as a Special
Use. As part of the formal application process, review of the Special Use Standards as
well as site plan items like architectural design, setbacks, site access, parking,
landscaping, lighting, signage, sidewalk connectivity, detention and other site-related
items will be reviewed and changes will likely be required to the proposed plan.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
N/A
RECOMMENDATION
Material presented for courtesy review only.
ATTACHMENTS
1.
Location Map - 2575 W. Higgins Road
2.
Supporting Documents - 2575 W. Higgins Road

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VILLAGE OF HOFFMAN ESTATES
PLANNING, BUILDING AND ZONING COMMITTEE
COURTESY REVIEW
A petitioner may appear before the Planning, Building and Zoning Committee of the Village Board to make a brief “courtesy”
presentation of a proposed project. Expert witnesses, exhibits, etc. are not required, as the appearance is only intended to provide a
general overview of the proposed project. The presentation should occur prior to initial Planning and Zoning Commission review of the
proposal.
A Courtesy Review allows the applicant to acquaint the Board Committee with the proposal. The Committee may ask questions on the
presentation, however, the presentation does not constitute an official review by the Village Board and any direction to proceed to a
hearing review should not be construed as any indication of future project approval. Formal Village Board action will occur only after the
appropriate Planning and Zoning Commission public review has occurred.
Electronic copies of a site plan, a brief description of the project, and the Statement of Understanding (below) should be submitted to
the Director of Planning & Transportation a minimum of two weeks prior to the meeting. Meetings are typically held on the second
Monday of the month, beginning at 7:00 p.m. A Village staff member will work with you regarding the submission of material and the
meeting presentation, as well as establishing a meeting date. Should you have any questions regarding this process, please call the
Planning & Transportation division at 847.781.2660.
STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING
I understand my appearance before the Planning, Building and Zoning Committee shall not constitute any Village Board endorsement,
support, or implied approval of the subject property. I also understand that final project approval or denial shall only occur through
official Village Board action.

Company / Developer:

El Car Wash Mid-West, LLC / ALRIG USA

Name of Project:

El Car Wash Hoffman Estates

Address:

2753 NW 87th Ave

City, State, Zip Code:

Doral, FL 33172

Telephone Number:

563-271-2347

Email Address:

[email protected] / [email protected]
Gabe Schuchman
Signature

Name (PLEASE PRINT)

8/17/2026
Date

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Hoffman Estates

CONFIDENTIAL

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Table of Contents
▪ Who We Are
▪ Mission Statement & Core Values
▪ Our Associate Experience
▪ Community is at the Heart of Who We Are
▪ El Car Wash Site Photos
▪ Site Plan, Elevations, Isometrics

▪ Operations, Traffic Impact
▪ Environmental Impact & Misconceptions

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WHO
WE
ARE

El Car Wash

was built to elevate a routine errand into a

premium, feel - good experience

. What started in 2011

on Bird Rd in Miami, FL has grown into one of the fastest
and most - loved car wash brands in the country

– with

over 100+ locations and 1,500+ team members (more
now as you read this!)

We blend technology, operational excellence, and a

people - first culture to create
designed to brighten your day

a wash experience
.

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Mission Statement & Core Values
CORE VALUES
People

Our success stems from
the quality and
commitment of our team
members as well as the
strength of our
relationships with our
customers. We focus
relentlessly and
passionately on
impressing our
customers, we always do
the right thing, and we
have uncompromising
integrity.

Excellence

We pursue excellence in
everything that we do.
Everyday, we strive to get
a little better through
consistent, passionate,
and focused hard work.
Excellence is a habit.

Community

Growth

We are committed to
supporting our local
communities, which are
home to both our
customers and
employees. When we
support our communities
and help every one thrive,
they reciprocate and
enable us to achieve our
goals.

The growth of our
business creates new
opportunities for our team
and enhances the value
proposition we provide to
our customers. High
performing team
members can build
fulfilling careers resulting
from the personal,
professional and financial
advancement that growth
enables

Fun

Washing cars and building
a great company should
always be fun. Having fun
while pursuing excellence
and growth helps fosters
El Car Wash’s unique
workplace environment
and beloved customer
experience.

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Our Associate Experience
Equity Participation

Internal Promotion

around 30% of equity in company is
owned by employees

75% of positions are filled by
promoting existing team members

BALANCE
Caring for everyone
in our ecosystem.

RECOGNITION
& REWARDS

Making appreciation
visible and meaningful.

Benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
Mental Health Initiatives
Neurodivergent program

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COMMUNITY IS AT THE HEART OF WHO WE ARE
Giving back isn’t a program

—it’s part of our foundation.

• $2M+ total community impact to date
• $500K+ in direct charitable contributions
• Supporting organizations including Baptist Health
South Florida, AdventHealth, American Red Cross,
and more
• $75K+ invested in schools
• Supporting educators, arts, youth programs, and
athletics
• Funded through direct giving, memberships, and
wash initiatives
• $50K+ invested in local sports & community
programs
• Including initiatives like Pride in Michigan
• $1.5M+ in in - kind support
• Complimentary washes for first responders
• Across 85+ grand openings

• People - first approach to giving
• Supporting causes meaningful to both our
communities and our employees
• Launching store - level sponsorship program
• Empowering local teams to support:
• Youth sports leagues
• Schools & education programs
• Community events & local initiatives
• Our commitment
• Show up early
• Invest locally
• Make a lasting impact in every community we serve

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El Car Wash Photos

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Site Plan

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El Car Wash Elevations

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El Car Wash 3D Renderings

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El Car Wash Operations
• The hours of operation is typically from 7am
• El Car Wash hires ~15 employees per site with 3

- 8pm
- 4 employees working at any given time.

• The employees are there for customer service only and to ensure the site is operating
safe and smoothly
• Our sites typically have around

3 0 vacuum spaces with an additional 3 employee parking

spaces.
• The vacuum enclosures are encased in concrete to ensure there's no potential noise
impact.
• El Car Wash utilizes a state of the art, water reclamation system, allowing us to reuse 90% of
the water from wash to wash

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El Car Wash Traffic Impact
• According to ITE data, a car wash generates less trips than a fast

-

food restaurant with drive through or a pharmacy / drugstore.
• Car washes have less intense AM peak hour than a fast
restaurant with drive through (

- food

e.g. Coffee Shop)

• Car washes are not a destination trip, meaning they utilize pass by
traffic.
• This reduces the impact to the roadway network by pulling traffic
from the adjacent street and not adding new trips to the network.
• Time spent at each location is under 10 minutes (wash + vacuums)
*ITE Trip Generation Manual, 12 ed (2025

)

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El Car Wash Environmental Impact / Misconceptions

REDUCING CARBON
FOOTPRINT

Ho me vs.
Commercial Car Wash

Wastewater
Treatment

• Reverse osmosis filtration to recycle our water
• Using professional biodegradable products
the Earth
• S aving energy through major investments in
equipment

that are safe for
top - of - the - line

• El Car Wash uses less than 1/3rd the fresh water of even the
most careful home car washer
• At home washes typically uses between
80 and 140 gallons of
water vs. ECW who uses 20 gallons per car .
• Wastewater will be filtered through an oil/water separator
allowing treatment before it is ever discharged. Water will
not be discharged into the stormwater system.
• The facility proposes a 2,000 gallon holding tanks that will
recycle the water used by the facility.
~90% of the water will be
recycled by taking the car - wash water runoff and containing it
inside the building, it will be drained to the re
- use tank for
future car washes.

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Express Car Washes

– Misconception vs Reality

Item

Misconception

ECW Reality

Hours of Operation

Car Washes are 24/7

We are exclusively a day
site shortly after)

Aesthetics

Car washes are ugly

We invest substantial capital/resources and work with local communities to
create strong and thoughtful curb appeal

Environmental Impact

Car washes are bad
for the environment

Our washes are completely environmentally friendly (
all soaps are
biodegradable) and save substantial water vs. our competitors or washing
at home

Noise (Music)

There is loud music
played

We do not play music and

Noise (Vacuums)

The vacuums are lou

Light

The site is lit up all
night

Site lighting is turned off when closed
for all photometrics

Traffic

Car washes bring
traffic

We generate fewer trips than restaurants
tunnel gets cars out in 2 - 3 minutes

Staffing

There are 20+
employees drying &
vacuuming cars

We NEVER touch a car – this is an express car wash only
typically 4 employees on site for customer service

Odor & Smell

Car washes create
waste

There are no odors or smells

Maintenance

Car washes are not
maintained well

Our only focus of business is car washing
– not gas station/lube shops
keep our sites looking perfect because we sell cleanliness

d

- time operation - 7am to 8pm (all employees off

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VILLAGE OF HOFFMAN ESTATES
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
PLANNING DIVISION MONTHLY REPORT
SUBMITTED TO: PLANNING, BUILDING & ZONING COMMITTEE
BY: Jennifer Horn, Director of Development Services
October 2026

Hello, Hoffman!
Hello, Hoffman is the Village’s Comprehensive & Strategic Plan—a guide for
how Hoffman Estates will grow and thrive in the years ahead. This plan is all about
shaping the future of our neighborhoods, roads, public spaces, businesses, and
services. It will be shaped by input from those who live here, work here, play here,
and know this community best.
Together, we’re answering three big questions throughout the project:
● #1: Where are we now? Let’s take a good look at where we stand today.
What’s working, and where can we improve? What makes our community
shine?
● #2: Where do we want to go? Let’s boldly envision the next 20 years for
our community. What are our values and priorities as we say hello to a
bigger, brighter future?
● #3: How do we get there? Let’s make plans! What policies, decisions, and actions do we need to take together to
reach our community’s goals?
Project Updates
• The Phase 1 report is now live on www.hellohoffman.com
• Phase 2 outreach began at National Night Out on August 4, with over 475 engagements.
• The 2026 Summer Hang was held on August 26 after inclement weather caused a delay from the original date. Almost 200
residents attended.
• Upcoming pop-ups include Fire Department Open Houses, Haunted Hoffman, and more.
• The Phase 2 survey is open and has been extended into October. It can be accessed at www.hellohoffman.com
ACTIVE PLANNING PROJECTS
Project
Country Inn & Suites – Special Use
Transfer
Side Yard Deck Variation
Jannah Islamic Center – Special Use
and Parking Lot Improvements
Microsoft CHI07 Data Center

Address

Status

PC or PBZ

VB

Meeting

Meeting

2280 N BARRINGTON RD

PUBLIC MEETING

Approved

10/19/26

520 LAFAYETTE LN
990 - 1000 GRAND CANYON
PKWY
3125 N BARRINGTON RD

PUBLIC MEETING

Approved

10/19/26

PUBLIC MEETING

10/21/26

11/2/26

Bell Works Apartments

1730 LOHAN WAY

UNDER REVIEW

635 Lakeview Lane Plat of Subdivision
Red Roof Inn EV Chargers – Staff Level
Amendment

635 LAKEVIEW LN

UNDER REVIEW

2500 HASSELL RD

UNDER REVIEW

UNDER REVIEW

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Planning, Building and Zoning Committee

Heyday Townhomes – Pre
Development Review
Pool and Deck Setback Variation
Seasons at Hoffman Estates – Dog
Park – Staff Level Amendment
Discovery Village – Special Use
Transfer
Adult Programming (Daycare) – Special
Use
Eden Vista Hoffman Estates – Special
Use Transfer
Genesis Residential Townhome
Development – Pre-Development
Review
Krisers Natural Pet Store – Grooming
Component Special Use

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October 12, 2026

5847 BEACON POINTE DR

UNDER REVIEW

2025 HUTTNER CT

UNDER REVIEW

1800 AUTUMN DR

UNDER REVIEW

1515 N BARRINGTON RD

UNDER REVIEW

2500 W HIGGINS RD # 700

UNDER REVIEW

2150 W GOLF RD

UNDER REVIEW

NEC BEACON POINTE DR &
ESSEX DR

UNDER REVIEW

2551 W GOLF RD

UNDER REVIEW

MONTHLY PLANNING PROJECT ACTIVITY
Projects Submitted by Type
Pre-Development
Agreement
Annexation
Courtesy Review
Easement
Master Sign Plan
Plat of Subdivision
Other Plat
RPD Amendment
Site Plan Review
Special Use
Text Amendment
Rezoning
Variation
Total
FOIA Processed
Zoning Verification Letters
Building Permits Reviewed by Planning

September

2026 YTD
2
1
2

2

5
10

2
2
0
68

1
3
23
47
6
689

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VILLAGE OF HOFFMAN ESTATES
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
BUILDING & CODE ENFORCEMENT DIVISION MONTHLY REPORT
SUBMITTED TO: PLANNING, BUILDING & ZONING COMMITTEE
BY: Sanyokta Kapur, Director of Building & Code Enforcement

October 2026
GENERAL ACTIVITIES
• On September 8, 2026, Building and Code Enforcement division welcomed new Code Enforcement Officer
Kevin Pasquarelli.
• On September 9, 2026, Sanyokta Kapur attended the ICC IAS virtual webinar.
• On September 10, 2026, Sanyokta Kapur participated in the ICC Region IV chapter virtual meeting.
• On September 10, 2026, John Staschke, David Dodge and Sanyokta Kapur participated in an intercity
discussion with Aurora on emerging technology.
• On September 15, 2026, Liz Dianovsky attended a seminar on AACE Check in at the Village of Hoffman
Estates.
• On September 16, 2026, David Banaszynski, Kathleen Kuffer, Liz Dianovsky, Jeff Miller, Tricia Morandi &
Kevin Pasquarelli attended an IACE training on Understanding the International Residential Code Specific to
the IPMC in Elgin.
• On September 18, 2026, Building and Code Enforcement attended NWBCA charity event.
• On September 22, 2026, Sanyokta Kapur participated as Secretary in Illinois Council of Code Administrators
virtual board meeting.
• On September 22 & 23, 2026, Building & Code Enforcement staff attended a Sovereign Citizens & First
Amendment Auditors training at the Hoffman Estates Police Department.
• On September 28, 2026, Kevin Pasquarelli attended the ICC Basic Code Enforcement online training class.
• On September 29, 2026, David Banaszynski & Liz Dianovsky attended an Animal Hoarding training at
Brookfield Zoo.
• Site development is ongoing for Kensington Townhomes by Pulte on 1950 Hassell Rd. Model Building 1 is
fully occupied and open as a showcase and sales office. Two buildings have received occupancy and five
buildings are currently under different phases of construction.
• Compass Data Center, Building 1 & 2 are on schedule for final occupancy by early 2027. Compass Data
Center Building 3, 4 & 5 permits have been issued and shell and core is up.
• Fire Station 21 off Flagstaff Lane has received Temporary Occupancy. Site development work is almost
complete except a few punch list items.
• Site work is ongoing at 2200 W Higgins Rd for new Fire Station 22.
• Demolition is complete for Higgins Crossing Townhomes. Master Building permit set has been submitted for
plan review.
• Airdrie Estates subdivision has several lots under construction for new single-family homes.
• Code Enforcement staff have been involved in several ongoing property maintenance cases as well as annual
monitoring of commercial snow removal and pothole maintenance.
• Pebble Beach fireplaces were found to be potentially not in compliance with minimum code requirements and
might pose a life safety hazard. The village staff has been working with the homeowner’s association, contractor
and residents to remedy the situation by early 2026. So far 108 permits have been issued for work to remedy
the potential life safety hazard. Of the permits issued 65 have been closed out and 43 permits are still active.

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Village of Hoffman Estates

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Code Enforcement Division Monthly Report – October 2026

Bell Works Construction Update:
Staff is working with Bell Works on several east side tenant build-outs and parking garage repairs are underway.
Land Development permit for Bell Works Townhomes by Pulte has been issued and work is underway. Model
home and Sales office for Bell works Townhomes has received temporary occupancy. Construction is
underway for additional buildings. West side parking garage repairs and interior demolition of West and
Central buildings are under progress.

2026 Code Enforcement Freedom of Information Act Requests Processed
Jan
37

Feb
23

Mar
41

Apr
67

May
60

Jun
65

Jul
56

Aug
48

Sep
49

Oct

Nov

Dec

YTD
446

2026 Code Enforcement GovQA Questions & Complaints Processed
Jan
6

Feb
16

Mar
23

Apr
19

May
33

Jun
24

Jul
29

Aug
29

Sep
13

Oct

Nov

Dec

YTD
192

Construction Inspections
2026

2025

Jan

368

775

Feb

351

693

Mar

473

563

Apr

537

576

May

627

589

Jun

773

698

Jul

814

837

Aug

910

788

Sep

979

986

Oct

1032

Nov

783

Dec
Total

Construction Inspections

Inspections

Year

1200
1000
800
600
400
200
0
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

589
5832

2026

2025

8909

RENTAL HOUSING LICENSE AND INSPECTION PROGRAM
• There are around 1,958 rental properties registered. This includes 1,288 single family and townhome units (66%) and
670 condominium units (34%). This number fluctuates based on new registrants and owners who choose to no longer
rent their properties.

2026 Rental Inspections
Inspection
Annual
Reinspections

Jan
157
198

Feb
29
88

Mar
17
69

Apr
63
36

May
73
33

Jun
85
61

Jul
84
66

Aug
110
64

Sep
131
59

Total

355

117

86

99

106

146

150

174

190

Oct

Nov

0

Dec

0

YTD
749
674
0

1423

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Village of Hoffman Estates

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Code Enforcement Division Monthly Report – October 2026

2026 Permits Issued
Permit
Commercial New
Single Family New
Site Development
Fire
All Other Permits

Jan

2026 Total
2025 Total

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

0
0
0
11
85

1
0
0
13
129

0
29
1
10
174

0
1
1
65
331

1
0
0
10
268

0
3
1
12
306

0
26
2
17
266

2
1
0
9
293

0
12
1
14
303

96
147

143
127

214
191

398
212

279
228

322
339

311
280

305
299

330
326

Oct

Nov

0
370

Dec

0
235

2026
YTD

2025
Total

4
72
6
161
2155

6
5
6
117
2765

0
145

2398
2899

2026 Permits Applied
Year
2026
2025

Jan
108
168

Feb
260
145

Mar
272
273

Apr
334
302

May
310
383

Jun
360
434

Jul
335
326

Aug
359
398

Sep
279
429

Oct

Nov

396

Dec

214

154

YTD
2617
3622

Permits Applied

Permits Applied
600
400
200
0
Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

2026

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

2025

Permit Revenue
2026
$2,948,674
$1,683,735
$153,860
$172,570
$1,557,697
$169,441
$1,066,670
$694,518
$154,781

$8,601,946

2025
$57,516
$532,367
$381,031
$102,949
$77,219
$188,961
$85,321
$67,944
$161,153
$196,400
$1,847,077
$51,897
$3,749,834

2026 Budget: $5,500,000.

Permit Revenue Comparison
$4,000,000
Revenue

Year
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Total

$3,000,000
$2,000,000
$1,000,000
$0

2026

2025

Total Revenue includes building permits, fire permits and Temporary & Full Certificates of Occupancy.

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Village of Hoffman Estates

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Code Enforcement Division Monthly Report – October 2026

2026 Property Maintenance Summary Report
Violation
Accessory Structure
Exterior Property Maintenance
Work Without Permits
Garbage/Toters/Yard Waste
Improper/Outside Storage
Interior Property Maintenance
Miscellaneous
Animal Issue
Right-of-Way
Signs & Banners
Tall Grass and Weeds
Vehicle

Jan

Feb

3
4
2
10
6
2
21
1
2
2
0
4
57
60

2026 Total
2025 Total

Apr

5
4
0
40
0
0
26
1
0
4
0
2

Mar
7
12
1
39
0
2
35
1
1
1
0
3

82
87

102
99

Jun

4
12
4
17
0
2
31
1
0
0
7
4

May
2
7
8
12
0
0
20
2
0
0
49
4

5
15
6
16
0
1
41
0
0
1
54
3

82
91

104
166

142
202

Jul

Sep

3
20
10
6
0
3
29
0
0
0
35
10

Aug
0
17
4
9
0
1
22
1
0
0
38
3

116
121

95
172

95
104

2026 2025
YTD Total
32
50
104
113
43
69
160
246
6
66
15
23
246
262
10
17
5
37
10
20
210
341
34
80

Oct

Nov

Dec

0
78

0
84

0
60

Nov

Dec

3
13
8
11
0
4
21
3
2
2
27
1

875
1324

2026 YTD
Accessory
Structure
4%

Vehicle
4%
Tall Grass and
Weeds
24%

Exterior
Property
Maintenance
12%

Work Without
Permits
5%

Signs &
Banners
1%
Right-of-Way
0%

Garbage/Toters
/Yard Waste
18%

Animal Issue
1%

Improper/Outside
Storage
1%

Interior
Property
Maintenance
2%

Miscellaneous
28%

2026 Citations Issued
Violation
Business License
Code
Rental

Jan
20
56
73

Total

149

Feb

Mar

6
36
33

0
34
58

Apr
15
21
7

75

92

43

May
13
57
50

Jun
104
50
34

Jul
49
44
53

Aug
28
45
20

Sep
25
41
63

120

188

146

93

129

Oct

0

YTD
260
384
391

0

0

Nov

Dec

1035

2026 Adjudication Court Dockets - Citations Presented
Court
Code
Rental/Bus Lic
Total

Jan
50
56

Feb
39
55

Mar
49
45

Apr
59
79

May
53
16

Jun
63
54

Jul
75
169

Aug
58
105

Sep
67
56

106

94

94

138

69

117

244

163

123

Oct

0

0

YTD
513
635
0

1148

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Village of Hoffman Estates

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Code Enforcement Division Monthly Report – October 2026

2026 Environmental Health Inspection Report
Activity
High Risk Food
Med Risk Food
Low Risk Food
Reinspections
Public Pools
Plan Review
Day Care
Complaint
Total

Jan
32
0
6
7
0
2
0
14

Feb
38
0
0
4
0
1
0
10

Mar
2
33
1
4
0
7
2
10

Apr
0
48
3
3
0
2
4
7

May
27
3
6
3
0
0
0
9

Jun
43
0
1
2
0
1
0
5

61

53

59

67

48

52

Jul
0
0
52
1
0
2
0
5

Aug
0
0
46
3
0
0
0
9

Sep
24
0
0
11
0
3
0
9

60

58

47

Oct

Nov

0

Dec

0

YTD
166
84
115
38
0
18
6
78
0

505

2026 YTD
Complaint
15%
Day Care
1%

High Risk Food
33%

Plan Review
4%
Public Pools
0%
Reinspections
7%

Low Risk Food
23%

Med Risk Food
17%

Food establishments are divided into risk categories of high, moderate or low, and planned inspections are performed three, two, or one time each
year respectively. A high-risk establishment presents a high relative risk of causing foodborne illness based on the large number of food handling
operations typically implicated in foodborne outbreaks and/or the type of population served by the facility. There are approximately 285 facilities
that require a total of approximately 550 planned inspections throughout the year (this number fluctuates based on businesses opening/closing).

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Economic Development & Tourism
Monthly Report
October 2026

SUMMARY OF ACTIVITIES
Staff met with several developers and brokers for properties around the Village. Staff also met
with several property owners to strategize about the most likely development possibilities.
Submitted all necessary reports and documents to remain in compliance with CDBG. The 20262027 plan was accepted and approved by the Village’s HUD rep so the new year of funds can be
released for projects.
Staff attended several events in September including the Illinois Economic Development
Association’s Site Selector Forum and Consular Corp Reception, HE Chamber golf outing, the
Illinois Economic Incentives Association fall conference which discussed both TIF and enterprise
zones, the Bisnow Midwest data center conference, International Manufacturing and Technology
show, the Great Lakes Economic Development Conference in Milwaukee, the Fellowship Housing
golf outing, and more. Mr. Kramer moderated panel discussions at the TIF conference and the
ICSC shows.
Coordinated and attended the groundbreaking for the Fieldhouse at Prairie Stone, the new
apartment project under construction at Prairie Stone Pkwy and Beverly Rd.
The economic development team prepared for ICSC@MIDWEST by updated the booth design,
setting up meetings, and booking events to attend after the one-day show on October 8th. A full
recap of meetings will be given in the coming weeks.
Staff met with a travel experience center to located one of their growing locations in Hoffman
Estates.
Assisted the Arts Commission with the last Summer Concert on September 17, the Zine Fest,
and other upcoming events.

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TOURISM
HOTEL NEWS:
Individual hotels that are current in their revenue reporting show an increase in direct hotel
booking revenues year over year.

FEST SEASON RECAP:
As festival season winds down Platz drew over 15,000 patrons while the JapanFestNW was
cancelled due to inclement weather for days.

NOW ARENA EVENTS:
Tourism staff is working with two new events coming to the NOW Arena to capture
occupancy by acting as their complimentary housing authority:
November 22, 2026 - IGNITE D3 Events - Windy City Shootout - This Collegiate D3
basketball tournament features 8 teams, both men’s and women’s from Midwest
colleges. They expect to need 100 rooms in this first year with potential to grow the
event in 2027.
November 28, 2026 - Real American Freestyle Wrestling - This nationally televised
event features Olympians, NCAA Champions and MMA legends. They anticipate
needing 1,000-1,500 rooms. Currently 3 of the Village hotels are featured on their event
website: Chicago Marriott NW, Hilton Garden Inn, and Hyatt Place.

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