HomeMy WebLinkAboutPLANNING MINUTES 1956-04-17 MINUTES OF A PUBLIC HEARING AND THE 67TH REGULAR
MEETING OF THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
On April 17, 1956 the above meeting was held by the City Planning Commission
at the City Hall, 33001 Five Mile Road, Livonia, Michigan. Chairman William R.
Robinson called the Public Hearing to order at approximately 8:09 p.m.
Members present: Robert L. Miller H. Paul Harsha William R. Robinson
Daniel Lepo Karle Steinhoff Fred A. Lotz
Members absent: Robert L. Greene
Lieutenant Bob Perry, Livonia Fire Department was present together with
approximately 30 people attending the Public Hearing and the 67th Regular
Meeting.
The secretary read letters dated April 17, 1956 from Messrs. Dallas F. Hay
and Peter A. Ventura severing their relationship with the Planning Commission'
Mr. Harsha moved that Commission go on record as thanking Messrs. Hay and
Ventura for their long and conscientious service. Stated he feels that they
have been more than conscientious in their work in helping with the problems
of the City.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Steinhoff, seconded by Mr. Lotz and unanimously
carried, it was
#4-140-56 RESOLVED that, City Planning Commission give Messrs. Dallas F.
Hay and Peter A. Ventura a vote of thanks for their long and
conscientious service as menbers of the City Planning Commission.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read letter dated March 28, 1956 from Calvin Roberts, Chief
Livonia Fire Department regarding Resolution No. 3-121-56 adopted by the City
Planning commission March 20, 1956.
Mr. William Ponder, City Attorney arrived at meeting at approximately 8:11 p.m.
Mr. Robinson stated he wished to bring letter to the attention of the
Commission and that letter will be placed on file.
The secretary read Petition N-4 by Donald C. Deremo, Secretary, Livonia Lions
Club requesting permission to establish a carnival commencing on May 24 and
ending June 5, 1956 on Parcel 35A3a2b located on the Southwest corner of
Plymouth and Middlebelt Roads in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 35. The
secretary also read letter dated April 6, 1956 from Calvin Roberts, Chief
Livonia Fire Department. Mr. Donald C. Deremo was present.
Mr. Lotz asked Mr. Deremo if the Livonia Lions would secure pamphlet as
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suggested by the Fire Department and adhere to same. Mr. Deremo stated the
Livonia Lions would. Get
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No one was present objecting to petition as presented.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lepo, seconded by Mr. Steinhoff and
unanimously carried, it was
#4-141-56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
the City Planning Commission does hereby grant Petition M-4
by Donald C. Deremo, Secretary, Livonia Lions Club requesting
permission to establish a carnival commencing on May 25 and
ending June 5, 1956 on Parcel 35A3a2b located on the Southwest
corner of Plymouth Road and Middlebelt Road in the Northeast
1/4 of Section 35 subject to letter dated April 6, 1956 from
Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire Department and any other
recommendations from various city departments, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent to
property owners within 500 feet, petitioner and City Depart-
ments as listed in the Proof of Service.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read Petition M-5 by Ralph Feasel, Carnival Chairman, V.F.W.,
Lt. L. J. Owens Post 3941 requesting permission to establish a carnival begin-
ning July 17 and ending July 22, 1956 on Parcels 27E10clElOc2, 27E10a and
27E10b located on the Northeast corner of Farmington Road and Plymouth Road in
the Southwest 1/4 of Section 27. The secretary stated he would not read letter
dated April 6, 1956 from Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire Department as it
contains the same information as previous letter read regarding Petition M-4
by Livonia Lions Club. Mr. Ralph Feasel was present.
Mr. Harsha asked if parcel is located on the Northeast corner of Farmington
and Plymouth Roads. Mr. Feasel stated it is and that carnival will be located
between model homes and lumber yard. Stated Newman Farms own the entire
corner and they permitted V.F.W. to rent portion of property. Stated property
is recorded in two large pieces of acreage.
No one was present objecting to petition as presented.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz, seconded by Mr. Miller and unanimoudy
carried, it was
#4-142-56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
the City Planning Commission does hereby grant Petition M-5
by Ralph Feasel, Carnival Chairman, V.F.W., Lt. L. J. Owens
Post 3941 requesting permission to establish a carnival begin-
ning July 17 and ending July 22, 1956 on Parcels 27ElOclElOc2,
27E10a and 27ElOb located on the Northeast corner of Farming-
ton and Plymouth Roads in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 27
subject to letter dated April 6, 1956 from Calvin Roberts, Chief
Livonia Fire Department and recommendation of various City
Departments, and
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FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was eent to
property owners within 500 feet, petitioner and City
Departments as listed in the Proof of Service.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The Secretary read Petition M-6 by L. E. Schmidt, The Clarenceville Optimist
Club requesting permission to establish a carnival beginning May 29 and ending
June 3, 1956 on Parcel 02B located on the North side of Pembroke Avenue between
Louise Avenue and Middlebelt Road in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 2. The
secretary stated he would not read letter dated April 6, 1956 from Calvin
Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire Department as it contains the same information as
previous letters as submitted with Petition M-4 and M-5. Mr. Robert Rickert
19327 Lathers was present representing the petitioner.
No one was present objecting to petition.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lepo, seconded by Mr. Steinhoff and unanimously
carried, it was
#4-143-56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held .
the City Planning Commission does hereby grant Petition M-6
by L. E. Schmidt, The Clarenceville Optimist Club requesting
permission to estallish a carnival beginning May 29 and end-
ing June 3, 1956 on Parcel 02B located on the North side of
Pembroke Avenue between Louise Avenue and Middlebelt Road in
the Northeast 1/4 of Section 2 subject to letter dated April 6,
1956 from Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire Department and
Ifs recommendations of various City Departments, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent to
property owners within 500 feet, petitioner and City Depart-
ments as listed in the Proof of Service.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read portion of Petition No. Z-157 by National Bank of Detroit
requesting that zoning classification of Lot 49, Assessor's Plat Argonne State
Subdivision and Lot 76, Argonne Annex Subdilision located on the West side of
Antago Avenue approximately 400 feet North of Long Avenue and on the East side
of St. Francis Avenue approximately 400 feet North of Long Avenue in the
Northeast 1/4 of Section 1 be changed from RUFB to P-1. The secretary also
read letters dated February 23, 1956 from Marie W. Clark, City Clerk; dated
February 24, 1956 from Marie W. (lark, City Clerk and dated February 23, 1956
from Dickinson, Wright, Davis, McKean & Cudlip, Counsellors at Law. Mr. Thomas
Tilly, Attorney was present representing the petitioner.
Mr. Tilly stated the lots petitioned for are presently being used for
industrial use; however, use predates the Zoning Ordinance and is classified
as non-conforming use at the present time.
Mr. N. W. Berry, National .Bank of Detroit submitted sketch showing property
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owned by bank, petitioned for and surrounding property. Stated rezoning would
permit parking area for approximately 24 more cars. Stated there is a tool
shop and home on property now and that they intend to tear them down which
would eliminate problem.
Mr. Harsha asked what is on the lot immediately South of lots petitioned for.
Mr. Berry stated lots are vacant and zoned residential.
Mr. Harsha stated Commission should be sure there is proper buffer strip.
Mr. Berry stated National Bank would be happy to conform with whatever
requirements the City may have.
Mr. F. Shopp, 27530 Long stated he had no objection to petition but that he
was interested in knowing zoning of property in area. Stated he wished
clarification of boundary of C-2 area.
Mr. Miller asked whether there has been a plot plan submitted showing proposed
greenbelt planting. The secretary ascertained that such a plot plan had been
submitted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Lepo and unanimously
carried, it was
#4-144-56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
on Petition No. Z-157 as submitted by National Bank of
Detroit for a change of zoning in the Northeast 1/4 of Section
1 from RUFB to P-1 the City Planning Commission does hereby
recommend to the City Council that Petition No. Z-157 be
granted subject to property layout dated February 18, 1956 as
prepared by W. Ray Akitt, Architect, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published
in the official newspaper, The Livonian tinder date of March 29,
1956 and notice of which hearing was sent to The Detroit Edison
Company, Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company, Michigan Bell Tele-
phone Company, The Consumer Power Company, City Department and
petitioner as listed in the Proof of Service.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read Petition No. Z-156 by Floyd Rice requesting that zoning
classification of Parcel 29G4G5G6 located on the Northeast corner of Levan
Road and Chesapeake & Ohio Railway in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 29 from
M-1 to M-2. The secretary also read letters dated February 21, 1956 from
Marie W. Clark, City Clerk; dated April 14, 1956 from D. L. Scates, 35486
Schoolcraft Road; dated April 6, 1956 from Fred and Ruby Dietrich, 35700
Schoolcraft Road; dated April 6, 1956 from Victor and Verna Bombach and stated
similar letters of objection are on file from William and Salena Crawford,
13451 Levan; Charles and Muriel Wilmoth, 13365 Levan; Doyle and Irene Kintigh
13325 Levan and Eugene and Ruth Coultas, 13149 Levan. Mr. Harry Mack, 27631
Lathrop, Birmingham was present representing the petitioner.
Mr. Harsha asked whether a plot plan has been submitted showing how much of
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this present M-1 District petitioner wants rezoned. Mr. Mack stated parcel
consist of approximately 13 acres with approximate dimensions of 300! on
I[: Levan; 1,300! on North boundary; 550! on East boundary and 1,500! on North
side of C & 0 Railway. Stated he did not have plot plan available.
Mr. Robinson stated Commission should have plot plan before time is spent
considering item.
Mr. Harsha stated plot plan should show how close change of zoning wit) ome
to existing homes.
Eight were present objecting to petition as submitted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lepo, seconded by Mr. Lotz and unanimously
carried, it was
#4-145-56 RESOLVED that, Petition No. Z-156 as submitted by Floyd
Rice for change of zoning in the Northeast 1/4 of Section
29 from M-1 to M-2 be tabled until May 1, 1956 to provide
petitioner opportunity to present plot plan showing area
to be rezoned and surrounding area.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
Mr. William Ponder, City Attorney temporarily left meeting at approximately
8:53 p.m.
The secretary read letter dated April 17, 1956 from Lincoln Welton, Attorney
requesting postponement of Petition M-7 requesting permission to use portion
of Parcel 34Hlalal for church and related purposes located on the East side
of Farmington Road approximately 250 feet North of Oregon Avenue in the
Southwest 1/4 of Section 34. The petitioner nor a representative was present.
No one was present objecting to petition.
Mr. Harsha asked size of property and whether there is a plot plan submitted.
The secretary ascertained that a plot plan had been submitted.
Mr. Miller questioned wording "...and related purposes..."
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Steinhoff, seconded by Mr. Harsha and
unanimously carried, it was
#4-146-56 RESOLVED that, Petition M-7 by Lincoln Welton, Attorney for
Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church requesting
permission to use portion of Parcel 34Hlalal for church and
related purposes located on the East side of Farmington Road
approximately 250 feet North of Oregon Avenue in the Southwest
1/4 of Section 34 be tabled until May 1, 1956, as requested.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted and called a recess at
I[: approximately 8:55 p.m.
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The Chairman called the Public Hearing to order at approximately 9:10 p.m.
with all present as named at the beginning and course of meeting except
Mr. William Ponder, City Attorney.
The secretary read Petition No. Z-158 by Milton Schroeder requesting that
zoning classification of the East 130 feet of Lot 395, Supervisor's Livonia
Plat, No. 4 located on the North side of Puritan Avenue approximately 350 feet
West of Middlebelt Road in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 14 be changed from
RUFB to R-l. The secretary read letters dated February 29, 1956 from Marie W.
Clark, City Clerk and dated February 24, 1956 addressed to Marie W. Clark,
City Clerk from George D. Haller, City Attorney. The petitioner nor a
representative was present.
No one was present objecting to petition as presented.
Mr. Lotz stated previous City Attorney has made it clear in his letter that
request is spot zoning and in violation of State Plat Act. Mr. Robinson stated
this does not pertain to rezoning.
kr. Harsha asked whether Commissioners had read Mr. Albe Munson's recommendation
dated April 13, 1956 regarding this petition.
Upon a motion duly made by kr. Lepo, seconded by Mr. hiller and unanimously
carried, it was
#4-147-56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
on Petition No. Z-158 as submitted by Milton Schroeder for a
change of zoning in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 14 from RUFB
to R-1 the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to
the City Council that Petition No. Z-158 be denied, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in
the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of March 29,
1956 and notice of which hearing was sent to The Detroit Edison
Company, Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company, Michigan Boll Tele-
phone Company, The Consumer 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-155 by Sylvia M. and Arthur H. Seguin
requesting that the zoning classification of Parcel OlZ53ala,a2a,a3a and
01Z54a1 located on the South side of Pembroke Avenue approximately 150 feet
East of the intersection of Pembroke and Brentwood Avenues in the Southwest
1/4 of Section 1 be changed from RUFB to R-1-B. The secretary read letter
datedFebruary 14, 1956 from Marie W. Clark, City Clerk. Mr. Arthur Seguin
was present.
Mr. Harsha asked Mr. Seguin whether he owned property. Mr. Seguin stated he
did and that the subdividers of the Hearthstone Subdivision called him today
and stated that they would support him in his request for change of zoning.
ifir. Robinson stated t"A" size homes will be built in Hearthstone Subdivision
(located directly North of lot in question) in spite of the fact area is
zoned R-1-B. Questioned whether this petition should be amended to read R-1-A
instead of R-1-B.
Mr. Seguin questioned whether area would warrent "A" size home and gave brief
description of area South of Pembroke Avenue. Stated as opportunity presents
itself for "A" size home he would change it then.
Mr. Lepo stated he recalled similar request in area which was referred to
Planning Consultant for recommendation on zoning in Sections 1, 2 and 3.
Questioned whether this had bearing on petition as presented.
Mr. Harsha stated Commission has received recommendation from Planning
Consultant on this item.
Mr. F. Shoop, 27530 Long, President of the Northeast Livonia Civic Assocation
asked what use Mr. Seguin will make of property if it is rezoned.
Mr. Robinson asked Mr. Shoop whether he has a letter from Civic Association
authorizing him to represent assocation. Mr. Shoop stated he did not have
letter.
Mr. Seguin stated he would no doubt built homes similar to those being built
in Hearthstone Subdivision.
Mr. Robinson stated only one home can be built to a lot.
hr. Shoop stated he objected to petition because there are half acre plots
in area now zoned RUF. Stated in RUF area lots must be 1/2 acre and that
having it rezoned to R-1 would allow Mr. Seguin to split lot in two thereby
allowing him to build two homes. Stated assocation would like the property
to remain uniform.
Mr. Robinson stated request is an extension of an existing R-1-B area.
Mr. Shoop stated R-1-B area is North of Pembroke and that area South and West
is zoned RUF. Stated a school is located East of parcel in question.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz and seconded by Mr. Harsha, it was
#4-148-56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
on Petition No. Z-155 as submitted by Sylvia M. and Arthur H.
Seguin for a change of zoning in the Southwest1/4 of Section
1 from RUFB to R-1-B the City Planning Commission does hereby
recommend to the City Council that Petition No. Z-155 be
granted, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in
the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of March 29,
1956 and notice of which hearing was sent to The Detroit Edison
Company, Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company, Michigan Bell Tele-
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phone Company, The Consumer Power Company, City Departments "4,,�,,
and petitioner as listed in the Proof of Service. `
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Miller, Harsha, Steinhoff, Robinson and Lotz
NAYS: None
NOT VOTING: Lepo
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was the proposed
amendment to Part V of the Master Plan of the City of Livonia (Master School
and Park Plan).
Mr. Robinson stated he has been approached by a person interested in school
site designated in Section 35 (30 acres located North of Orangelawn) as
Item 35c on Master Plan Map and that he had not been notified that site was
designated.
The secretary ascertained that some sites had been added to the Amended Master
Plan after Notices of Public Hearing had been mailed.
Mr. Robinson suggested item be tabled in order to give Commission opportunity
to notify property owners that had not been notified.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Steinhoff and seconded by Mr. Lotz, it was
#4-149-56 RESOLVED that, Proposed amendment to Part V of the Master
Plan of the City of Livonia (Master School and Park Plan)
be tabled until June 5, 1956 in order to give Commission s;
opportunity to mail additional notices as required.
Mr. Harsha questioned whether this is required by law. Mr. Peter A. Ventura,
9106 Middlebelt Road stated that the State Law provides that property owners
involved must be notified.
Mr. Ventura stated as a member of the Cooper School Board he would like to see
amendment tabled because the School Board has not made final determination of
the location of the site as indicated in Section 35 (Item 35B on Master Plan
Map).
A roll call vote on Resolution No. 4-149-56 resulted in the following:
AYES: Miller, Harsha, Lepo, Steinhoff, Robinson and Lotz
NAYS: None
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz, seconded by Mr. Lepo and unanimously
carried, it was
#4-150-56 RESOLVED that, Public Hearing be adjourned.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted and called the 67th
Regular Meeting to order.
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The secretary announced that the first item on the agenda was the matter of
E Chicago and Levan Roads in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 32 being opened through
to Plymouth Road. The secretary read letters dated April 17, 1956 from W. R.
McCary, City Engineer; dated March 3, 1956 from Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia
Fire Department; dated April 17, 1956 from William S. Caunt, Secretary, The
Country Homes Assocation; dated February 15, 1956 from Messrs. Ray Kreski,
Don Hesse and Robert Sheridan and recommendation of Albe Munson, Planning Con-
sultant dated April 16, 1956. Mr. Irvin Hermanoff, Secretary, Harry Slatkin
Builders, 'Inc. was present.
Mr. William Ponder, City Attorney returned to meeting at approximately 9:45 P.m.
Mr. Hermanoff stated that when Harry Slatkin Builders, Inc. submitted proposed
Country Homes Subdivision to F.H.A. loans were granted on certain lots be-
cause Livonia has a master plan showing Chicago Road cut through to Levan Road.
Mr. Miller asked whether Mr. Hermanoff is asking that the City of Livonia cut
Chicago Road through. Mr. Hermanoff stated it is suggested that it be handled
the same way as asked for for cutting through Yale and Arthur Roads. Stated
if they had known that Chicago Road would not be cut through, something would
have been done in the way of a cul-de-sac.
Mr. Robert Sheridan, 35495 West Chicago Road stated feeling is that without
having any detailed knowledge of master plans, etc. that people have purchased
on residential street and that if West Chicago is cut through a lot of the
Ford Motor Company traffic will use Levan Road to connect with Wayne Road
E rather than use Plymouth Road.
Mr. Robinson stated he believes that the Police Department attempts to control
that type of traffic going through a residential area. Stated City of Livonia
does have a master plan adopted prior to this subdivision development which was
available for people to examine b efore purchasing home on Chicago Road.
Mr. Sheridan stated people do not want Chicago Road cut through and property
owner's feeling should have some weight.
Mr. Robinson stated roads are put in not only for the use of people who live
on street but others living in area.
Mr. Sheridan stated Yale and Arthur will be opened through to Plymouth Road
making three methods of getting from Plymouth Road down to subdivision area.
Stated because Levan is not paved it does not have much traffic.
Mr. Hermanoff stated there will be 700 homes in Country Homes Subdivision with
only six connector streets to main arteries.
Mrs. William Felly, 35485 West Chicago Road asked whether a letter was read
from the Police Department or the Traffic Commission. Stated until all reports
are given did not see how Commission can make a decision.
Mr. Don Hesse, 35135 West Chicago Road stated if Levan Road were to go through
ILto Parkway, it would not hurt subdivision but that the traffic situation would
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be worst in the subdivision if it was cut through only to West Chicago Road.
Mr.William Ponder, City Attorney temporarily left meeting at approximately
10:01 p.m.
Mr. Steinhoff suggested that the times when Ford Motor Company is letting out
that it be a one way street running West thereby not encouraging too much
traffic.
Mr. Harsha stated in Section 34 West Chicago runs from Merriman to Farmington
Roads and there are residential homes located on West Chicago. Stated every
second or third block is a stop street which has worked to control traffic.
Mr. William Ponder, City Attorney returned to meeting at approximately 10:11 p.m
Mr. Hermanoff stated Ford Motor Company and General Motors Corporation if
approached by PoliceDepartment or Traffic Commission will in effect cooperate
by posting bulletins regarding situation.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lepo and seconded by Mr. Lotz, it was
#4-151-56 RESOLVED that, City Planning Commission recommend to the
City Council that West Chicago Road and Levan Road in the
Northeast 1/4 of Section 32 be opened through to Plymouth
Road.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Harsha, Lepo and Lotz
NAYS: Miler and Steinhoff
NOT VOTING: Robinson
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition No. Z-112a
initiated by the City Planning Commission on its own motion on the question
whether or not the zoning classification of portion of Parcels 24AA, 24BB,
24CC, 24DD and2I4EF located 300 feet North of Schoolcraft Road extending East
of Middlebelt Road to West boundary of B uckingham Village Subdivision in the
South 1/2 of Section 24 be changed from R-3-B to RUFB. The secretary read
telephone message dated April 17, 1956 addressed to William Robinson from
William Brashear, Mayor requesting that item be postponed until May 15, 1956
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Lotz and unanimously
carried, it was
#4-152-56 RESOLVED that, Petition No. Z-112a as initiated by the City
Planning Commission on its own motion for a change of zoning
in the South 1/2 of Section 24 from R-3-B to RUFB be tabled
until May 15, 1956 as requested by William Brashear, Mayor.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition No. Z-141
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initiated by the City Planning Commission on its own motion on the question
Vihether or not the zoning classification of Parcels 35G1a and 35G1b located
1[11 between Sunset Avenue and Henry Ruff Road and between Robert Avenue and West
Chicago Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 35 be changed from M-1 to R-1-A.
Mr. Robinson stated that it might be best to forward matter to Mayor Brashear
as it is important that property be purchased.
Mr. Miller requested communication from P arks and Recreation Department be
read. Stated he understood that department and owners could not come to
agreement and that the Commission should rezone area.
The secretary read letter dated March 14, 1956 from Ray Meyers, Chairman,
Parks and Recreation Commission.
Mr. Robinson suggested letter be directed to Mayor Brashear and Parks and
Recreation thereby getting action.
Mr. Peter A. Ventura, 9106 Middlebelt Road stated Commission is aware of the
fact that he has pushed this item to get the City to acquire site. Stated as
a member of the City Council he will present matter to Council at the first
opportunity. Suggested item remain status quo until he has had an opportunity
to present it to the Council and that he would bring a report to Commission as
to how the Council feels about it. Stated he will also discuss matter with
Mayor Brashear.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lepo, seconded by Mr. Lotz and unanimously
I[: carried, it was
#4-153-56 RESOLVED that, Petition No. Z-141 initiated by the City
Planning Commission on its own motion for change of
zoning in the N rthwest 1/4 of Section 35 from M-1 to
R-1-A be tabled°until June 5, 1956.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition No.
Z-153 by Michael J. and Helen J. Watchko requesting that the zoning
classification of Parcel 31FF2c located on the Wext side of Hix Road approxi-
mately 680 feet North of Joy Road in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 31 be changed
from RUFB to R-2. Mr. and Mrs. Watchko were present.
Mrs. Watchko stated she contacted Mrs. Marie W. Clark, City Clerk and
Messrs. George Haller and William Ponder and it was suggested by all three
that she request change of zoning only on the first 6001 and that it would
not be necessary to split lot.
Mr. Robinson stated lot lines should be zoning district boundary lines.
Mr. Ponder stated he believed Mr. Robinson right.
Mr. Ponder stated he briefly discussed this over the telephone and did not
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completely understand problem at the time.
Mr. Watchko stated that on the strength of information obtained from City
Attorney and City Clerk that this could be done that they now appear before
Commission.
Mr. Ponder stated this is not a subdivision lot but acreage. Mr. Robinson
stated it does have boundary lines.
Mrs. Watchko stated Mrs. Clark told her that this has been done in other
cases. Mr. Harsha stated on Plymouth Road where lots are deep zoning has been
changed on first 3001 only.
Mr. Robinson stated that that was done in error and that Commission should not
continue it.
No one was present objecting to petition as presented.
Mr. Steinhoff suggested matter be referred to Mr. Ponder.
Mr. Ventura suggested commission rezone entire parcel.
Mr. Lotz stated he visited site and that rezoning entire parcel would be an
improvement to area.
Mr. Robinson stated he can appreciate that it is not the intent of the
petitioners to erect two family homes but if parcel was sold it could be done.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Steinhoff, seconded by Mr. Miller and :31
unanimously carried, it was
#4-154-56 RESOLVED that, Petition No. Z-153 by Michael J. and Helen J.
Watchko requesting change of zoning in the Southwest 1/4 of
Section 31 from RUFB to R-2 be tabled until May 1, 1956 in
order to afford William Ponder, City Attorney opportunity to
check into item.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read letter dated March 19, 1956 from Jesse M. Cook, Cook
Development Company requesting an extension of time on Schuigren Subdivision
and Schuigren Subdivisions No. 2 and No. 3 located in the South 1/2 of
Section 32. Mr. Cook nor a representative was present.
Mr. Robinson asked whether the City Council approved the amount of the bond
which was one of the items on the City Council agenda April 16, 1956.
Mr. Ponder stated they did not as there is some sort of a sewer problem in
area.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Steinhoff, seconded by Mr. Lepo and
unanimously carried, it was
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#4-155-56 RESOLVED that, City Planning Commission grant request
dated March 19, 1956 from Jesse M. Cook, Cook Develop-
ment Company for extension of 30 days on Schulgren Sub-
division and Schulgren Subdivisions, No. 2 and No. 3
located in the South 1/2 of Section 32.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
Lieutenant Bob Perry was excused from meeting at approximately 10:35 p.m.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lepo and seconded by Mr. Harsha, it was
##4-156-56 RESOLVED that, statement dated April 1, 1956 from Albe
Munson, Planning Consultant for $244.10 be approved.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Miller, Harsha, Lepo, Steinhoff, Robinson and Lotz
NAYS: None
The secretary read letter dated April 16, 1956 from William W. Brashear,a
Mayor regarding drive-in restaurants. Mr. John Oestrike, 11421 Inkster oad
was present.
Mr. Oestrike stated petitions originated because there is a proposed drive-in
to go on the Southwest corner of Inkster and Plymouth Roads which residents
object to because it would be adjoining an existing subdivision and would be
harmful to that subdivision from a traffic conjestion, depreciation of
property values, etc. Stated item was presented to the Zoning Board of
Appeals at which time it was largely a matter of interpretation of the
ordinance. Stated drive-in restaurants are not defined in ordinance that
this type of business should be approved by the City Planning Commission be-
fore building permit can be issued. Stated it is their feeling that for the
good of Livonia, this type of business should first be considered by the City
Planning Commission to determine whether or not it mould interfere with
traffic, property values, etc.
Mr. Miller stated Commission should obtain recommendation from Mr. Munson.
The secretary ascertained that there were approximately 262 signatures on
the petitions filed requesting amendment to ordinance.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Lotz and unanimously
carried, it was
#4-157-56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to subsection b, Section 20.01,
Zoning Ordinance, No. 60 the City Planning Commission, on
its own motion does hereby determine that there shall be
a public hearing May 15, 1956 on the question whether or
not the following amendment:
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"Section 11.17 Drive-In Restaurants The term "drive-
in" shall include any and all drive-in businesses
serving food, beverages or refreshments. Notwith-
standing any of the foregoing provisions of this
ordinance, no drive-in restaurant shall be permitted
to be erected, established or operated within the
City of Livonia, except in a C-2 District upon approval
of the City Planning Commission after due notice and
hearing in the manner provided by subsection (a) of
Section 17.03 of this ordinance."
should be made; that a hearing be called and notice given as
provided in Section 17.03 of such ordinance; and that a report
and recommendation thereon be made to the City Council.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read letter dated April 3, 1956 from George D. Haller thanking
Commission for the spirit of cooperation and courtesy with which Commission
responded to his efforts as City Attorney.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Steinhoff and
unanimously carried, it was
#4-158-56 RESOLVED that, City Planning Commission wishes to express
its appreciation to George D. Haller for his services to
the Commission during the past six months.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz and seconded by Mr. Harsha, it was
#4-159-56 RESOLVED that, minutes of meeting February 7, 1956 be
approved as presented.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Miller, Harsha, Steinhoff, Robinson and Lotz
NAYS: None
NOT VOTING: Lepo
Mr. William Ponder, City Attorney was excused from meeting at approximately
10:55 p.m.
Upon a motion duly made by hr. Lepo and seconded by Mr. Miller, it was
#4-160-56 RESOLVED that, minutes of meeting February 21, 1956 be
approved as presented.
A roll/vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Miller, Marsha, Lepo, Steinhoff and Robinson
NAYS: None
NOT VOTING: Lotz
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Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz and seconded by Mr. Miller, it was
#4-161-56 RESOLVED that, minutes of meeting March 6, 1956 be approved
as presented.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Miller, Harsha, Steinhoff, Robinson and Lotz
NAYS: None
NOT VOTING: Lepo
Upon anotion duly made by Mr. Miller and seconded by Mr. Lepo, it was
#4-162-56 RESOLVED that, minutes of meeting March 20, 1956 be approved
as presented.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Miller, Harsha, Lepo, Robinson and Lotz
NAYS: None
NOT VOTING: Steinhoff
The Chairman read letter dated April 16, 1956 from William W. Brashear, Mayor
addressed to W. R. McCary, City Engineer regarding meeting at the City-County
Building April 19, 1956.
Mr. Harsha offered to attend meeting.
On a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz, seconded by Mr. Lepo and unanimously
adopted this 67th Regular Meeting was duly adjourned at approximately 10:55
p.m., April 17, 1956.
Fre. A. Iotz, Secretary
ATTESTED:
William R. Robinson, Chairman