A proposed 10-lot subdivision in Burr Ridge that meets virtually all zoning and ordinance requirements has been rejected by trustees until an independent traffic study can address safety concerns of nearby homeowners.
Residents expressed fear for the safety of children and motorists because of possible increased traffic on Grant Street from the proposed cul de sac development. They also argued that the street’s hilly topography might create poor sight lines that exacerbate safety problems.
The board’s action this week followed a recommendation by the Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals, which found a safety study the only piece missing from what several members said was a well-conceived proposal.
Developer Robert Cizek had a traffic study conducted before this week’s meeting by the Metro-Transportation Group of Hanover Park. Rolf Kilian, vice president, citing morning and evening peak-hour vehicle counts, concluded that traffic would not be increased significantly on Grant Street by the small subdivision. He also stated that Grant Street is a better alternative than 59th Street and its apartment complexes, which have much heavier volumes.
Resident Gary Grasso took issue with the study and the developer’s need to have access off Grant Street.
