Appearance Commission

About

The Appearance Commission is responsible for enhancing the quality of the built environment in the Village; it reviews all proposed new buildings, and aesthetic changes to existing buildings, signage, and landscaping plans.

Meetings

Second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.
If necessary, the fourth Wednesday of each month is available
View the Village meetings calendar

Agendas and Reports

Agendas and reports are available prior to the meetings and are posted on the Village website. Minutes are available following approval. 
View Agendas, Reports and Results

Image of train station building, with roadway, and a Starbucks coffee sign

Membership

The Commission consists of seven appointed commissioners and is staffed by advisors from the Planning and Building Divisions.  Commissioners serve three-year terms and are professionals in the fields of architecture, graphics, landscape design, urban planning, and building trades.  Complete applications must be received no later than 14 days prior to the established meeting date.  Please see the Appearance Commission Application (PDF) for filing fees and submittal requirements.  The Commission is the final hearing body regarding design.

Members


Michael Lynk, Chair
Thomas DaMario, Vice Chair
Maryjane Klein
Joe Maschek
Julie Naumiak
Jay Pathak
Archana Shah

Liaisons
Ralph Klein, Trustee 
Pramod Shah, Village Clerk
Brian Augustine, Building and Zoning Manager

Appearance Commission Vacancies: 0

Interested in serving on one of the Village's advisory boards or commissions?

Online, Interactive Board Member Application

More Information

For more information regarding Appearance Commission cases, hearing dates, and submittal requirements or deadlines, contact Brian Augustine or Brenda Herman at 847/933-8223.

Brochures and Worksheets

  1. Appearance Commission Brochure (PDF)
  2. Appearance Commission Application & Schedule (PDF)
  3. Zoning Info Worksheet (PDF)