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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPLANNING MINUTES 1954-12-07 MINUTES OF A PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION A Public Hearing of the City Planning Commission was held on Tuesday, December 7, 1954 at the City Hall, Livonia, Michigan. The Public Hearing was called to order by Chairman Peter A. Ventura at approximately 8:00 pim. Members present: William Robinson Karle Steinhoff H. Paul Harsha Edwin Conway Adelaide Nielsen Peter A. Ventura Dallas F. Hay Rufino Salinas Members absent: *Robert L. Greene Mr. Eino Michaelson, Asst. Supt., Livonia Scnool District was present to- gether witn approximately 15 people attending the public hearing. The secretary read letter dated December 6, 1954 from George E. Harmon, Chief Livonia Police Department regarding the petitions on the agenda re-zoning land from RUFB to R-1-B. The secretary announced that this letter pertains to all of these petitions tonight and in the future. The secretary announced that the first, item on the agenda was Petition No. Z-73 as submitted by Charles Hglman, Grandville-Construction Company asking that the zoning classification of Parcel A and portion of Parcel Bl located on the Southwest corner of Seven'Mile Road and Stamford Avenue in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 9 be changed from AG-B to R-1-B. Messrs. Charles Heiman and Burton Warner were present. No one was present opposed to Petition No. Z-73. Mr. Helman stated that they are presently grading streets in Helman Park Sub- division, No. 2 and that they intend to put in water and sewer mains next month. Stated that he was a victim of the new procedure and that when the sub- division plat was given tentative approval he was told that the land would not have to be re-zoned. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Conway and seconded by Mr. Salinas, it was RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on Petition No. Z-73 as submitted by Charles Heiman, Grandville Con- struction Company for a change of zoning in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 9 from AG-B to R-1-B the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council that Petition No. Z-73 be granted, and FURTHER RESOLVED notice of the above hearing was published in the official newspaper, The Livonian, under date of November 18, 1954 and notice of which hearing was sent to The Detroit Edison Company, Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company, Michigan Bell Telephone Company, The Consumers Power Company, City Departments and petitioner as listed in the Proof of Service. A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following: *Page 723 (Member's copy) and Page 146 (Official copy) 4 AYES: Conway, Hay, Steinhoff, Nielsen, Harsha and Salinas NAYS: Robinson and Ventura The secretary read Petition No. Z-74 as submitted by John W. Gunn asking that the zoning classification of Parcel K2 located on the Southeast corner of Scnoolcraft and Newburg Roads in tne Northwest 1/4 of Section 29 be changed from RUFB to C-2. Mr. Gunn was present. Mr. Gunn stated that he has owned property since 1942 and at present there is a small three car garage dwelling with small garage in the back. The property is 300 x 348. The Nortnwest corner is presently zoned C-1 and the other three corners are vacant. No one was present opposed to Petition No. Z-74. Mr. Gunn stated that Newman Development Company owns property in back which is zoned M-2. If this parcel is changed to C-2 they might use land for office building. Mr. Hay stated tne reason itwas changed to RUFB was to create a buffer between the M-2 District and the residential district. It is presently residential all the way along Schoolcraft. Mrs. Nielsen presented the problem of water and hydrants. Mr. Gunn stated there is a hydrant on the corner. Mr. Harsria stated spot zoning has been created on the one corner. Mr. Ventura suggested amending the petition to C-1 instead of C-2 as requested. Change to C-1 would not be so great and it would conform with other corner. Mr. Munn stated he was willing to do this. Mr. Robinson stated he concurred with Mr. Hay and that he does not think it would be good planning to put too much business along residential strip. Mr. Salinas stated it would be better planning in his opinion to have business rather than RUFB for a buffer. Mr. Ventura stated he could not imagine anyone building residence on this corner. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Conway and seconded by Mr. Steinhoff, it was RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on Petition No. Z-74 as submitted by John W. Gunn for a change of zoning in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 29 from RUFB to C-2 the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council that Petition No. Z-74 be granted subject to the petition being amended to read C-1 instead of C-2, and FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of November 18, 1954 and notice of which hearing was sent to The Detroit Edison Company, Chesapeake & Onio Railway Company, Michigan Bell Telephone Company, The Consumers Power Company, City Departments and petitioner as listed in the Proof of Service, N 145 A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following: AYES: Conway, Steinhoff, Harsha, Ventura and Salinas LNAYS: Robinson, Hay and Nielsen Tne secretary read the Petition No. Z-75 by Irvin Hermanoff, Harry Slatkin Builders, Inc. asking tnat the zoning classification of parcels located in the East 1/2 of Section 32 and the West 1/2 of Section 33 and situated between Plymouth Road and the Middle Rouge Parkway and between Levan and Wayne Roads be changed from RUFB to R-1-B. The secretary read letters (a) dated November 19, 1954 from Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire Department; (b) dated December 3, 1954 from Irvin Hermanoff; (c) copy of letter dated November 9, 1954 from Harry Slatkin addressed to the Livonia Public Schools; (d) copy of letter dated November 16, 1954 from Harry Slatkin addressed to Mayor Elbert M. Hartom and (e) copy of letter dated December 7, 1954 from City Clerk addressed to Harry Slatkin, Inc. Messrs. William Hunger, Attorney, 2024 Dime Bldg., Det. and Fredrick R. Storrer, 1824 South Grinley Park, Dearborn were present. Mr. Munger stated that there is 17 acres set aside for the scnool site. Sub- division plat that was originally submitted included all three plats. Approval given to only plat Number 1. On November 9, 1954 the School Board also adopted a proposal which would provide for purchase of this area. If the property was purchased after improvements were in and homes built, it would be wortn approxi- mately $4,500 an acre. Slatkin Builders have been faced with many delays be- cause the entire plat was not approved causing the lay-off of crews. Mr. Harsna asked if they plan to build 800 root nouses or larger. Mr. Donald Barris, Attorney, 2024 Dime Bldg., Det. stated that they propose to build L 1,116 square feet homes in all three subdivisions. Stated they have permission to cut into the Middle Rouge Interceptor. Mr. Storrer stated they have already cut into the interceptor and tnat it was approved several months ago. Stated City Clerk nas copy of this approval. Presented Micnigan Department of Health permit. Stated the County Road Commission advised them that they nave ample capacity. Originally there were 760 building sites but witn the school site 634 sites are left. The secretary read letters (a) daeed July 19, 19)4 from Mr. Donald M. Pierce, Chief Division or Engineering, Michigan Department of Health and (b) dated May 27, 1954 from A. T. Kunze, Sanitary Engineer, Wayne County Road Commission. Mr. Ventura asked how large the interceptor was. Mr. Storrer seated it was 36". The 48" storm sewer wnich will be conseructed across park this fall will serve everything East of Arthur for a five year storm. Will drain 126 acres. Plans nave been approved by Wayne County Sewerage Commission, City Engineer and F.H.A. It was suggested that Petition No. Z-7, be amended from R-1-B to R l-A. Mr. Barris agreed to this change. Mr. Munger stated the sewers will be available to the scnool and the park. Mr. Barris staeed tney will pay their snare of the paving around scnool and park site. Mr. Ventura stated it is only fair that they be required to pave streets same as others. 1[46 *Mr. Robert L. Greene arrived at approximately 6:50 p.m. Dr. Cole Brembeck and Mr. Eino Micnaelson were asked for comments. Dr. Brembeck stated the scnool district is now in the drawing stage of a scnool which will be located in Section 32 in Country Homes Subdivision, No. 2. Mr. Ventura asxed if Dr. Bremoeck or Mr. Michaelson nad any objection to the granting of this petition. Dr. Brembeck stated they had accepted the terms proposed by Slatkin Builders for sale of scnool site. Passed resolution accepting this price on October 12, 1974. On November 9, 1954 Slatkin sent school district a letter outlining the arrangements by which that sale would be made. Tne City Council agreed to comply with project as it pertained to the park site. Would like to start with construction as soon as possible. Dr. Brembeck stated they intended to start with an eignt room school with provision for expansion. Mr. Micnaelson stated from 660 homes the scnool district would get 330 to 350 children. Mr. Ventura stated this would take ten room scnool. Mr. Ventura asked Mr. Michaelson if the eight room school would be large enough in view of the fact that the accepted figure for computing scnool needs is 1-1/2 children per nome. Using this basis for computing 660 home = 990 children at a recommended class room load of 30 pupils, this would snow a need for 33 rooms. Mr. Michaelson stated they intend to add onto school as the other parts of sub- division develop. No one was present opposed to this petition. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Salinas and seconded by Mr. Conway, it was RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been Held on Petition No. Z-75 as submitted by Irvin Hermanoff, Harry Slatkin Builders, Inc. for a change of zoning in the East 1/2 of Section 32 and the West 1/2 of Section 33 from RUFB to R-1-B the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council that Petition No. Z-75 be granted subject to the petition being amended. to read R-1-A instead of R-1-B, and FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in the official newspaper, Tne Livonian under date of November 18, 1954 and notice of which nearing was sent to The Detroit Edison Company, Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company, Michigan Bell Telepnone Company, The Consumers Power Company, City Departments and petitioner as listed in the Proof of Service. A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following: AYES: Robinson, Conway, Hay, Steinhoff, Nielsen, Harsha, Ventura and Salinas NAYS: None NOT VOTING: Greene The Chairman called a recess at approximately 9:05 p.m. The Chairman called the Public Hearing to order at approximately 9:17 p.m. The secretary read Petition No. Z-76 by Henry J. and Ethel M. Exel asking that the zoning classification of Lots 238 to 243 inclusive, Golden Ridge Subdivision No. 1 located on the South side of West Chicago Blvd. between Hix Road and Houghton Avenue in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 31 be changed from R1-B to C-l. The secretary read petition signed by approximately 37 property owners in Golden Ridge Subdivision opposed to this petition. Mr. John J. Fisn, Attorney, 14940 Micnigan Avenue, Dearborn was present. representing the petitioners. Mr. Fisn stated tnat the West 1/2 of block is presently zoned C-1. Lots 238 to 243 total 120 feet by 100 feet. Can Build two houses but would anyone build a house when the abutting property is C-1. The petitioners own Lot )07 wnicn is directly in back of Lots 238 to 243. Petitioners have no plans for building at tnis time. Mr. Harsha stated the reason for the spot zoning at tnis point is that the real estate office was there a long time. Three persons were present opposed to this petition. Mrs. Jennings, 9200 Butwell stated all have agreed that we do not want any business in that suodivision. The subdivision was platted in 1928. The Van Ness Real Estate office has been there for two years. Property was rezoned unknown to residents of Golden Ridge Subdivision, No. 1. The property would be 110 feet deep using vacated alley. Advocated building a house on this site but when asked if she would consider it a good place to live in she stated she would not want to live in it. Mrs. Winifred Miller, 9438 Butwell stated the children board the bus where the real estate office is located now. Mr. Ventura stated it is now the 'nought of planning experts to nave shopping centers in the middle of a suodivision. Mrs. Cnarlotte Cooper, 38116 Minton asked wriy the people who purchased property didn't have it rezoned prior to buying property. Mr. Robinson stated ne would like to nave opportunity to personally look over section in question. Mr. Hay stated there is a traffic hazard. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Hay and seconded by Mr. Steinnoff, it was RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing paving been held on Petition No. Z-76 as submitted by Henry J. and Ethel M. Exel for a change of zoning in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 31 from R-1-B to C-1 the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council that Petition No. Z-76 be denied. A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following: AYES: Robinson, Hay, Steinnoff,and Nielsen NAYS: Conway, Harsha, Ventura and Salinas NOT VOTING: Greene Mr. Greene stated tnat he would disqualify himself because Mr. Fish is the petitioner's attorney. 118 Upon a motion duly made oy Mrs. Nielsen and seconded by Mr. Robinson, it was RESOLVED that, Petition No. Z-76 as submitted by Henry J. and Ethel M. Exel be tabled until the next Regular Meeting January 18, 1975 in order to give commission further opportunity to investigate location. A roll call vote on tne foregoing resolution resulted in the following: AYES: Robinson, Conway, Hay, Steinhoff, Nielsen, Harsha, Ventura and Salinas NAYS: None NOT VOTING: Greene The secretary read Petition No. Z-77 as submitted by David Lewis asking that the zoning classification of Parcels F2, Glb, G2b, G3b and G4 (wish exception of South 300') located 300 feet Nortn of Joy Road approximately 300 feet East of Hartel Avenue in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 36 be changed from RUFB to R-l. Mr. George Roth was present. Tne secretary stated tnai the proposed Livonia Estates Subdivision, No. 3 was given tentative approval July 13, 1954. No one was present opposed to tnis petition. The secretary read letter dated December 3, 1971 from Mr. George Roth, Artisan Home Builders addressed to Cooper Scnool Board advising tney will leave open Lots 216 tnrough 219 inclusive for cottage type school purposes. Mr. Roth stated the City Engineer has approved sewer plans. Stated there is approximately 120 acres involved in the Pearl Wilson Subdivision and Livonia Estates Subdivision. Mr. Ventura stated that he had had a telephone call from someone nign in city office and that he was told 48 inch storm sewer was not adaquate. Reminded commission that Mr. Storrer advised commission that 48" sewer would be adaquate for 126 acres and five year storm. Upon a motion duly made oy Mr. Hay, seconded by Mr. Robinson and unanimously carried, it was RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on Petition No. Z-77 as suomitted by David Lewis for a change of zoning in tne Southwest 1/4 of Section 36 from RUFB to R-1 the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council tnat Petition No. Z-77 be granted, and FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above nearing was publisned in the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of November 18, 1974 and notice of wnich hearing was sent to The Detroit Edison Company, Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company, Michigan Bell Tele- phone Company, The Consumers Power Company, City Departments and petitioner as lisi.,ed in the Proof of Service. The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted. The secretary read Petition No. Z-78 submitted by David Lewis asking that the I} '0 zoning classification of Soutn 300 feet of Parcels D2b, D2c, D2d, D2e, D2f, D2g1 and D2g2 located approximately 350 feet South of West Chicago Blvd. and approximately 2)0 feet West of Lathers Avenue in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 36 be changed from RUFB to R-1. Mr. George Roth was present. Mr. Roth stated that there will be approximately 16 homes in this subdivision and that it is located adjacent to tne Pearl Wilson Subdivision. Mr. George VanDusen, Attorney, 2)941 Six Mile Road, Det. was present representing several property owners whose property is being purchased.. Mr. Roth stated they have just recently purchased Soutn 300 feet of Parcel D2a also which is not included in tnis petition. Mrs. Johnson owner of this parcel was present and stated she was in favor of tnis petition. No one was present opposed to this petition. Six people were present in favor of this petition. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Salinas and seconded by Mr. Robinson, it was RESOLVED that, pursuant Lo a Public Hearing having been held on Petition No. Z-78 as submitted by David Lewis for a change of zoning in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 36 from RUFB to R-1 the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to tne City Council that Petition No. Z-78 be granted subject to the petition being amended by adding South 300 feet of Parcel D2a, and 11, FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in the official newspaper, Tne Livonian under date of November 18, 1954 and notice of which hearing was sent to The Detroit Edison Company, Cnesapeake & Ohio Railway Company, Michigan Bell Telepnone Compamy, The Consumers Power Company, City Departments and petitioner as listed in the Proof of Service. A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following: AYES: Robinson, Conway, Greene, Steinhoff, Nielsen, Harsna, Ventura and Salinas NAYS: Hay The Chairman called a recess at approximately 10:09 p.m. The Chairman called the Public Hearing to order at approximately 10:16 p.m. The secretary read Petition No. Z-79 submitted by Harold M. Luvisch, Luvisch Building Corporation asking that the zoning classification of Parcels DDlalc and DDlald located on the West side of Farmington Road approximately 200 feet South of Hathaway Avenue in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 33 be changed from RUFB to R-1-A. The secretary announced that River Bend Subdivision, No. 1 had been given final approval October 5, 1954. Mr. Luviscn stated there will be approximately 100 nomes in the subdivision and that there is a combined storm and sanitary sewer running into Farmingtonts 48" trunk line controlled by Wayne County. No one was present opposed to this petition. Upon a motion duly made by Mrs. Nielsen, seconded by Mr. Harsha and. , unanimously carried, it was RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on Petition No. Z-79 as submitted by Harold M. Luvisch, Luvisch Building Corporation for a change of zoning in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 33 from RUFB to R 1-A the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council that Petition No. Z-79 be granted, and FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of November 18, 1954 and notice of which hearing was sent to The Detroit Edison Company, Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company, Michigan Bell Tele- phone Company, The Consumers Power Company, City Departments and petitioner as listed in the Proof of Service. The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted. The secretary read Petition No. Z-80 submitted by Thomas D. and Marvel C. Boone asking that the zoning classification of Parcel R6 located on the North side of Five Mile Road approximately 125 feet West of Reddon Avenue in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 13 be changed from R-1-B to C-l. Mr. Thomas Boone and Miss Sue Wisenfelt, Attorney, 518 Free Press Building, Det. were present. Miss Wisenfelt stated the open air sales has been discontinued. Building has been altered for a gift shop thereby making it useless for residential purposes Client prepared to establish a greenbelt as required. Two other corners used for business and third corner is a park. Lots R7a1 and R6 are 127 X 262. The building is located on Parcel R6. Parcel R7a1 is presently zoned C-1. Stated client intends to sell property. Mr. Hay stated that when petition came before commission before petitioner stated it was going to be used as drug store. Whit assurance does commission have that an open air sales will not be continued. Mr. Harsha questioned the depth property would be re-zoned. Parcel R7a1 is presently zoned for depth of 100 feet. Miss Wisenfelt stated entire parcel will be used for parking except for build- ing. Mr. Ventura stated if only front 100 feet is re-zoned what can petitioner do with remaining portion.. Mr. Marsha suggested it be re-zoned to Parking. Mr. Ventura read Section 3.06 of Zoning Ordinance, No. 60 and notation printed on map: "District boundary lines are lot lines or continuation of street or alley lines except where noted. All noted depths of districts shall be measured from the right-of-way line as established by the Master Thorofare Plan." Lots originally laid out for residential here whereas lots on Plymouth were laid out for farming. Have to take into consideration that they own entire piece. Mr. Harsha stated that if commission re-zones R-6 for full depth commission ml should also zone entire Parcel R7a1. Miss Wisenfelt suggested commission grant this petition and petitioner will submit another petition asking for remaining of Parcel R7a1. Mr. Harsha stated if Parcel R6 is re-zoned for full depth commission will be establishing commercial on Reddon. Similar case with barber shop on Plymouth Road. Mr. Ventura recommended that this matter be tabled until commission has had further opportunity to consider and come to some agreement as to policy. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Hay, seconded by Mr. Conway and unanimously carried, it was RESOLVED that, Petition No. Z-80 submitted by Thomas D. and Marvel C. Boone be tabled until such time as commission has had opportunity to obtain legal opinion from City Attorney whether or not a zoning district boundary line may bisect a lot (example: Would it be legal to rezone only the front 200 feet of a lot 300 feet deep.) and opinion from Planning Consultant on same. The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted. Mr. L. J. Curriere, 27456 Five Mile Road stated he had no objection to this action and that he was in favor of a gift shop but not an open air sales. Would appreciate notification of next hearing on this petition. The secretary read Petition No. Z-81 submitted by Alex Gordon, Gordon and Scheurman asking that the zoning classification of Parcel B2aB2b1 located on the Southeast corner of Gill and Seven Mile Roads in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 9 be changed from AG-B to R-1-B. The secretary read letter from Christopher J. Mullet, Wayne CountyDrain Commissioner dated December 7, 1954. The secretary announced that the Gotdon & Scheurman Subdivision was given tentative approval April 13, 1954. Messrs. Alex Gordon and Burton Warner were present. Mr. Gordon stated that he has not developed any part of this subdivision. Stated homes will be 1,000 square feet and that there will be 92 building sites in the entire subdivision. Stated commission approved only part of the sub- division - 92 building sites. Willing to amend petition from R-1-13 to R-1-A. Mr. Ventura stated lots will be 72 feet wide and that petitioner intends to use septic tanks. Mr. Gordon stated the proposed Holman Park Subdivision is adjoining. Area is about the same as Heiman Park Subdivision lots although lots are narrower. Mr. Warner stated he had prepared plan for storm water sewer and found that it was deep enough and plans were approved by Mr. Hamill. The secretary read letter dated April 9, 1954 from Dr. Cole S. Brembeck. Mr. Robinson stated that with septic tanks and area being adjacent to Heiman Park Subdivision there will be a tendency to pollute ground. Similar situation in Coventry Gardens. it)hi Mr. Ventura stated that at the joint meeting with Regional Planning Commission it was shown on a map that Livonia has poor drainage. Mr. Conway stated petitioner does have tentative approval of subdivision. Mr. Ventura read Section 3.03 of the Subdivision Rules and Regulations and stated that commission does not have to perpetuate a mistake made in the.past. Mr. Conway suggested petitioner build house on every other lot and that when sewer is installed then build on remaining lots. Mr. Gordon stated that when he purchased land he had no question that it could not be used for subdivision. The delay in not starting subdivision was the school site. Now a change has taken place and he is caught in the middle. A few more houses would not cause suffering to Livonia. Mr. Ventura stated Mr. Helman has built part of subdivision which makes it a different case. Mr. Helman spent money on improvements whereas this sub- division has not been started. Mr. Gordon stated he still has to make monthly payments and that he might lose property. Mr. Hay suggested he increase size of lots to 100 feet frontage. Mr. Harsha stated it was more than just the size of lots. Must consider. highest water table in area and permeability of soil. Mr. Warner stated Mr. Gordon had land tested before he bought property and has received letter from County Board of Health which he believes intended to say that land is suitable except for a few lots and if field tile and storm sewer is installed they will approve these lots also. This approval was based on lot sizes as appeared on plat and Helman Park Subdivision. It was suggested that commission go over ground themselves. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Hay and seconded by Mr. Robinson, it was RESOLVED that, Petition No. Z-81 by Alex Gordon, Gordon & Scheurman be tabled until the next Regular Meeting, January 18, 1955 in order to give petitioner opportunity to present alternate subdivision plan, and FURTHER RESOLVED, that commission obtain letter from Department of Public Works as to condition of Beitz County Drain and the elevation of land. A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following: AYES: Robinson, Greene, Hay, Steinhoff, Nielsen, Harsha, Ventura and Salinas NAYS: Conway The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition No. V-7 by peter A. Decker, et al asking that that portion of Sunset Avenue situated North of Robert Avenue within J. F. Ferry Subdivision, No. 1 in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 35 be vacated. The secretary read letters (a) dated December 2, 7>9 3 1954 from Mr. W. R. McCary, Supt., Department of Public Works and (b) dated December 3, 1954 from Herald Hamill, Engineer. Mr. Decker stated Sunset is 115 feet long where they are asking it be vacated. Stated that in the original plat entitled "Slavik Merriman Subdivision" plat showed Sunset as a half street. Sunset was relocated 122 feet East in Devonshire Park Subdivision. Mr. Decker submitted for comuhissionts inspection plot plan showing two subdivisions. If Sunset is vacated Lot 47, J. F. Ferry Subdivision, No. 1 will be 90 feet wide. Stated he considered 30 foot easement unnecessary as the drains are in, but has no objection to this if the commission so wishes. Mr. Ventura suggested clarification from Mr. McCary as to why he recommended the 30 foot easement. Recommended petition be tabled. Mr. Decker stated lot will be up for deeding before next Regular Meeting in January. Mr. Ventura stated it could be considered December 14, 1954. Mr. Decker read letter dated June 1, 1954 from Waring and Johnson addressed to Planning Commission regarding the relocation of Sunset. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Hay, seconded by Mr. Steinhoff and unanimously carried, it was RESOLVED that, Petition No. V-7 submitted by Peter W. Decker, et al be tabled until December 14, 1954 in order to give Mr. W. R. McCary Supt., Department of Public Works opportunity to be present at this meeting or submit letter explaining his reasons for recommending a 30 foot easement when as a rule a 12 foot easement or less is re- quired. The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted. Mr. Ventura read letter dated December 6, 1954 from Mr. Russell C. Ashmore, regarding topsoil permit application and renewal of same. Mr. Ventura suggested that at this time in fairness to petitioners and uniformity of procedure that commission set a standard amount of bond per acre Mr. Salinas stated this can be studied when the topsoil ordinance is amended. Mr. Hay stated that by not setting a standard amount of bond per acre would allow for flexibility. At approximately 11:32 p.m. Chairman PeterA. Ventura relinquished the Chair to Vice-Chairman H. Paul Harsha. Mr. Ventura stated he checked into other communities near by and the figure $500 per acre not to exceed $25,000 is not unreasonable. Mr. Greene asked the status of the topsoil ordinance. Mr. Robinson stated the topsoil committee has not taken any action on it as yet and that it would take approximately two months after it has been put into form before it will become law. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson and seconded by Mr. Ventura, it was RESOLVED that, a bond running to the City of Livonia with good ' .., and sufficient sureties acceptable to the City Attorney in a penal sum of $500 for each acre or fraction thereof but not to exceed $25,000. A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following: AYES: Robinson, Nielsen, Harsha and Ventura NAYS: Conway, Greene, Hay, Steinhoff and Salinas Mr. Robinson stated that inasmuch as bne petition for removal of topsoil is being presented next week the topsoil committee would appreciate those who voted "Nay" suggest another plan. At approximately 11:45 p.m. Vice-Chairman H. Paul Harsha relinquished the Chair back to Chairman Peter A. Ventura. Mr. Ventura stated by adopting a standard procedure there is no way commission can be embarassed. Mr. Yentura asked Mr. Hay what his objection was to previous resolution seeing it is law in another community. Mr. Hay referred to Mr. Ashmore's letter and stated each individual case would take care of itself. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson, seconded by Mr. Hay and unanimously carried, it was RESOLVED that, Public Hearing be adjourned. At approximately 11:50 p.m. Chairman Peter A. Ventura called the Public Hear- ing adjourned. N vc.G{/�✓ Ruf no S linas, Secretary ATTESTED: d ' i1/ -eter A. Ventura, Chairman • c9. a. Paul Harsha Vice-Chairman