Site, Landscaping, and Architectural Design Review for Scholars First Education, a proposed Group Childcare Center use, at 6014 W. Lincoln Ave. (Tax Key No. 475-0279-000)

The Plan Commission is reviewing a Conditional Use Permit and Site, Landscaping, and Architectural Design Review for Scholars First Education, a proposed Group Childcare Center at 6014 W. Lincoln Ave.

Key Details:

• Use: Group Childcare Center for up to 20 children (ages 3-10) and 4 staff.
• Location: Existing 1,112 sq. ft. building in a C-2 zoning district, which is mixed-use with a residential tenant.
• Site Modifications: Proposed removal of existing parking to create an 800 sq. ft. outdoor play area, requiring chain-link fencing (to be replaced with more compatible material) and cement planters with specified plant species.
• Parking & Traffic: Parents will use existing street parking on Lincoln Ave., 60th St., or 61st St. Impacts are expected to be minimal due to small enrollment and staggered times.
• Interior Layout: The first floor will accommodate "Young Threes" (4 children) and "Toddler Threes" (5 children), with a director's office. The basement will serve pre-school and after-school care for 11 children (ages 5-10).

Recommendation: Plan Commission approval is recommended, subject to Common Council approval of the conditional use and submission of revised site/landscaping plans addressing fencing, planters, and refuse enclosure details, as well as a signage plan.