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515 S. Chestnut Ave. - DC26-051 - SF/Teardown

Arlington Heights

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Opposed (3)Concerned (2)

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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 8, 2026.

Public comments (5)

OpposedCy KabatSep 8, 2026

Expressed concerns about the loss of starter homes, neighborhood character, and severe local stormwater drainage issues at Park and Chestnut during heavy rains.

Design Commission - Sep 8, 2026 · 6:00 →
ConcernedBeth McGuireSep 8, 2026

Acknowledged design improvements by the architect but argued that a full two-story house does not fit the mid-block one-story context, asking for a one-and-a-half-story design.

Design Commission - Sep 8, 2026 · 8:00 →
ConcernedMaureen BoldanSep 8, 2026

Raised concerns about new construction raising ground levels and pushing stormwater runoff onto neighboring yards, asking how downspouts and grading are regulated.

Design Commission - Sep 8, 2026 · 10:00 →
OpposedGreg McKennaSep 8, 2026

Argued that design should prioritize streetscape harmony and questioned why a two-story home is being forced into a block of Cape Cods and ranches.

Design Commission - Sep 8, 2026 · 11:00 →
OpposedKeith MoensSep 8, 2026

Urged the commission to deny the application to protect starter homes from teardowns that trigger a negative domino effect on taxes and neighborhood stability.

Design Commission - Sep 8, 2026 · 13:00 →