HomeMy WebLinkAboutPLANNING MINUTES 1956-06-05 41ifAr
MINUTES OF A PUBLIC HEARING OF THE
CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
On June 5, 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 William R.Robinson H. Paul Harsha
Fred A. Lotz Karle Steinhoff
Members absent: *Daniel Lepo
Robert L. Greene
Lieutenant Bob Perry, Livonia Fire Department was present together with approxi-
mately 125 people attending the Public Hearing.
The secretary announced that the first item on the agenda was Petition No.
Z-101a by Frank Segler requesting that the zoning classification of Lots 35,
36 and 37, E. G. Settle Realty Company's Bonaparte Gardens Subdivision located
on the West side of Middlebelt Road approximately 100 feet South of Dover
Avenue in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 35 be changed from RUFB to C-l. The
secretary read letters dated April 3, 1956 from Marie W. Clark, City Clerk and
dated May 14, 1956 from Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire Department.
Mr. Frank Segler was present.
Mr. Miller asked Mr.Segler if lots are facing on Middlebelt Road.. Mr. Segler
stated they are.
Mr. Miller asked Mr. Segler if lots are the vacant lots on Middlebelt Road.
Mr. Segler stated they are not. Mr. Segler stated lots are located on West
side of Middlebelt Road consisting of three stores owned by himself and
Beauty Shop owned by Mr. Frank Pulice.
Mr. Robinson stated previous petition was denied because petitioner was not
allowing adequate parking facilities for proposed rezoning.
Mr. Steinhoff stated Commission tried to get petitioner to rezone additional
lots for parking purposes.
Mr. Miller statedCommission tried to rezone lots on Fremont for parking
facilities.
Mr. Lotz asked Mr. Segler if he has made any provision for off-street parking.
Mr. Segler stated he erected stores in 1945 before Livonia was a City and
that he obtained permit to build. Stated at that time there was no comment
about off-street parking. Stated his deed and abstract states lots are
business lots and not residential.
Mr. Donald Wilson, Chief Inspector arrived at approximately 8:16 p.m.
Mr. Segler stated at the present time one cannot build commercial building
without providing adequate off-street parking.
Mr. William N. Ponder, City Attorney arrived at approximately 8:16 p.m.
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Mrs. Frank Pulice, 8917 Middlebelt Road stated at the time previous petition
was heard it was to take in all lots up to Cathedral Avenue. Stated there is
ample parking available in back of these lots.
Mr. Steinhoff asked whether all lots are the same depth. Mrs. Pulice stated
they are. Stated in error when Zoning Ordinance was adopted these lots were
classified as RUF whereas they are and were used for business purposes.
*Mr. Daniel Lepo arrived at approximately 8:20 p.m.
Mr. Oscar Kaley, 8999 Middlebelt Road stated all lots except for corner lots
are 20' in width which are business lots and could not be used for the build-
ing of a home even if one wanted to. Stated that he owns four lots on corner.
Mr. Harsha stated under old ordinance area was zoned C-1 up to Cathedral Avenue.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz and seconded by Mr. Miller, it was
#6-194-56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
on Petition No. Z-101a as submitted by Frank Segler for a
change of zoning in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 35 from RUFB
to C-1 the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to
the City Council that Petition No. Z-101a be granted, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in
the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of May 17,
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 Departments 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
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Steinhoff and
unanimously carried, it was
#6-195-56 RESOLVED that, Commission depart from regular order of business
in order to hear Item No. 15 as shown on agenda.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition M-16
by Ray Meyers, Plymouth Oil Company requesting permission to erect a gasoline
station on portion of Parcel 11Z2a7b located on the Northeast corner of Six
Mile Road and Merriman Road in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 11. The secretary
read letter dated May 28, 1956 from Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire depart-
ment and stated that letters have been filed objecting to petition from Louis
and Ann Marth, 17250 Merriman Road; William W. and Muriel K. Simon, 17300
Merriman Road; Mr. and Mrs. Farnetti, 31180 Six Mile Road; Irving E. and Grace
Hutchins, 17275 Merriman Road; Mr. and Mrs. Lester Regioni, 31100 Six Mile
Road; Fred and Verssie E. Meisner, 3135 Six Mile Road; John J. Lingemann,
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31501 Six Mile Road; Robert H. Grob, 17001 Merriman Road; Mr. and Mrs.
Bushett, 31643 Six Mile Road; Ned F. Lingemann, 15622 Edington and Ralph and
Adina Foster, 31284 Six Mile Road. Mr. Ray Meyers was present. Mr. Donald
Deremo, Attorney, 15137 Auburndale was present representing those objecting
to petition.
Mr. Meyers submitted plot plan as requested by Mr. Steinhoff.
Mr. Steinhoff stated plot plan does not show depth of lot, side yards and
other pertinent information.
Mr. Meyers stated gas station will be located on 120' x 100' plot. Submitted
pictures of area in question.
Mr. Deremo submitted petition objecting to petition M-16 containing approxi-
mately 114 signatures. Stated that there is no question that Commission has
the power to approve such a use in this area but that in so considering petition
there are certain matters Commission must investigate. Referred to Section
17.05, Zoning Ordinance, No. 60 and stated that there is at the present time
no business at particular intersection, that some of the existing homes are
valued at $25,000, requested use is not in accord with spirit and purpose of
ordinance when 113 residents sign a petition objecting to use, bedroom window
of adjoining property owner is within 25' to 35' of proposed gas station which
could be and would be operated to all hours of the night which would be a
private nuisance and that this is a residential neighborhood at the present
time as closest business establishment is 1/2 mile away and is a non-conform-
ing use, thereby proposed station would distrub the natural development of
area.
Mr. Meyers stated the nearest home in his opinion is 100'. Asked what the
property line would be on the West boundary. Stated he believed there is
more than 25' from proposed use to adjoining home.
Mr. Louis Marth, 17250 Merriman Road stated parcel in question is 151' wide
and that adjoining parcel is also 151' wide.
Mr. Deremo stated that there is a restriction on this property that it shall
be used for residential and agricultural use only and that if petition is
granted residents will go to court.
Mrs. Adina Foster, 31284 Six Mile Road (Owner of adjoining home) stated it
would be difficult to go to bed at a reasonable hour with gas station confusion
into the night.
Mr. Fred Meisner, 31345 Six Mile Road (across from property in question) stated
he objected to use.
Mr. Marth stated he moved into area two years ago at which time he was assured
that area was residential because of wording in deed. Stated he spent con-
siderable amount of money and time on home and didn't wish gas station in area.
Mr. Meyers stated he did not believe there is a gas station open after 9:00 p.m.
Mr. Harsha stated he did not believe some of residents present realize that
for over ten years the corners of Six Mile and Merriman Roads have been zoned
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business. Stated under township zoning map area was zoned business up to first
North cross street but that when Zoning Ordinance No. 60 was adopted the corner
was squared at 3001. Stated he did not know how a person could believe he was
purchasing in residential area unless it was misrepresentation of the salesman
Stated prior to this time Commission has requested drawing of proposed bulling
and a sketch of the surrounding area. Questioned whether Commission should
make a decision without full information.
Mr. Meyers requested adjournment until he had an opportunity to submit plans
as requested.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Harsha and seconded by Mr. Steinhoff, it was
#6-196-56 RESOLVED that, Petition M-16 by Ray Meyers, Plymouth Oil
Company requesting permission to erect a gasoline station
on portion of Parcel 11Z2a7b located on the Northeast
corner of Six Mile and Merriman Roads in the Southwest 1/4
of Section 11 be tabled until June 19, 1956 in order to
afford petitioner opportunity to submit plot plan and plan
of proposed building.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Miller, Lepo, Harsha and Steinhoff
NAYS: Robinson and Lotz
The Chairman called a recess at approximately 5:45 p.m.
The Chairman called the meeting to order at approximately 9:06 p.m. with all
present as named at the beginning and course of meeting except Mr. William N.
Ponder, City Attorney.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz, seconded by Mr. Lepo and unanimously
carried, it was
#6-197-56 RESOLVED that, Commission depart from regular order of
business in order to hear Item No. 6 as shown on agenda.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolttion adopted.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was proposed
amendment to Part V of the Master Plan of the City of Livonia (Master School
and Park Plan). The secretary read letters dated May 25, 1956 from J. W.
Tracy, Secretary, Cooper School District; dated June 4, 1956 from Benton Yates,
Supt., Livonia Public Schools and dated June 4, 1956 from William N. Ponder,
City Attorney.
Mr..William N. Ponder returned to meeting at approximately 9:07 p.m
Mr. John Pasanen, 33593 Plymouth Road stated he objects to 40 acre school
site (33c) located West of Farmington Road 3001 South of Plymouth Road in
Section 33. Stated area is business property from Farmington Road to Stark
Road and if there is a school erected the business property will be spoiled.
Stated because of lack of population in immediate area he did not believe it
necessary to have school as proposed. Stated they proposed to take 500' off
of his property which will leave only 200'.
A representative of the School Board was not present.
Mr. J. Frank Witherspoon, 13728 Wadsworth, Det. 27 was present objecting to
school site identified as 33c on Master Plan.
Mr. John Komarynski, 29490 Robert stated he could not understand why school
site identified as 35C (30 acres North of Orangelawn in Section 35) is being
withdrawn when area is so heavily populated.
Mr. William Barrie, 29525 Robert stated Devonshire Park Subdivision Civic
Assocation went along with Livonia School Board's request to add this site and
that association would appreciate commission withholding withdrawal of site.
Mr. Miller made the following motion which he withdrew after further consider-
ation:
RESOLVED that, proposed amendment to Part V of the Master
Plan of the City of Livonia (Master School and Park Plan) be
tabled for special meeting with representative of Livonia
School Board and interested property owners.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz, seconded by Mr. Lepo and unanimously
carried, it was
#6-198-56 RESOLVED that, matter of proposed amendment to Part V of
the Master Plan of the City of Livonia (Master School and
Park Plan) be temporarily tabled in order that a
representative of the Livonia School Board and Park
and Recreation Commission could be summoned to meeting.
Tti,e Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Lepo and unanimously
carried, it was
#6-199-56 RESOLVED that, Commission return to regular order of business.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition No.
Z-163 by Ben Shacket, President, Middle Rouge Land Company requesting that the
zoning classification of Parcels 35J3a, 35J4, 35J6 and 35J5 located on the
North side of Joy Road approximately 130 feet East of Perrin Drive in the
Southwest 1/4 of Section 35 be changed from RUFB to R-1-B. The secretary read
letter dated May 17, 1956 from Elmer O'Hara, Middle Rouge Land Company, Inc.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Steinhoff, seconded by Mr. Lotz and unanimously
carried, it was
#6-200-56 RESOLVED that, Petition No. Z-163 by Ben Shacket, President
Middle Rouge Land Company for change of zoning in the South-
west 1/4 of Section 35 from RUFB to R-1-B be withdrawn
as requested in letter dated May 17, 1956 from Elmer
O'Hara, Middle Rouge Land Company, Inc.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition No.
Z-164 by Adolph Bohl and Sam Zehra requesting that the zoning classification
of portion of Parcel 28DDla located 360 feet North of Plymouth Road approxi-
mately 975 feet West of Farmington Road in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 28 be
changed from RUFB to R-2. The secretary read letter dated May 15, 1956
from Michael Berry, Attorney, 3001 Cadillac Tower, Det. 26.
Mr. William N. Ponder, City Attorney temporarily left meeting at 9:31 p.m.
No one was present objecting to petition.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lepo, seconded by Mr. Miller and unanimously
carried, it was
#6-201-56 RESOLVED that, Petition No. Z-164 by Adolph Bohl and Sam
Zehra requesting change of zoning in the Southeast 1/4 of
Section 28 from RUFB to R-2 be tabled until June 19, 1956
as requested by Michael Berry, Attorney.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition No.
Z-166 by Arnold C. Ranzenberger, et al requesting that the zoning classification
of Lots 13 to 20, inclusive, Elmdale Subdivision located 100 feet East of
Middlebelt Road, immediately at the rear of and adjoining the front lots on
Middlebelt Road, and North of Five Mile Road in the Southwest 1/4 of Section
13 be changed from RUFB to C-2. The secretary read letter dated May 14, 1956
from CalvinRoberts, Chief Livonia Fire Department. Mr. Donald Deremo,
Attorney, 15137 Auburndale was present representing the petitioner.
Mr. Deremo stated petitioners are short of parking facilities for their own
employees and for company owned cars and trucks and that this is the main
reason they are requesting change of zoning. Stated Petition No. Z-30 was
granted by City Council December 17, 1953 which changed the depth of zoninr
along Middlebelt Road from 100' to 3A0'. Stated this property is located a
few hundred feet North of petitioners property and is just North of Roycroft.
No one was presalt objecting to petition as presented.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Steinhoff, seconded by Mr. Lotz and unanimously
carried, it was
#6-202-56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
on Petition No. Z-166 as submitted by Arnold C. Ranzenberger,
et al for a change of zoning in the Southwest 1/4 of Section
13 from RUFB to C-2 the City Planning Commission does hereby
recommend to the City Council that Petition No. Z-166 be
granted subject to recommendation dated May 14, 1956 from
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Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire Department, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was
published in the official newspaper, The Livonian
under date of May 17, 1956 and notice of which hearing
was sent to the Detroit Edison Company, Chesapeake &
Ohio Railway, Michigan Bell Telephone Company, The Con-
sumer Power Company, City Departments and petitioners
as listed in the Proof of Service.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition No.
Z-167 by Dan Symez and Bert P. Solomon, Mid Belt Fund requesting that the
zoning classification of Parcels LL1, LL2, KKlb (portion of), KKlal2 (portion
of), KKlall, KK1a10, KKla9, KK1a8, KK1a7 (portion of), KK1a6, KK1a5, KK1a4,
KKa2,(portion of), KKla3 (portion of), and KKbl located on the West side
of Middlebel t Road approximately 300 feet South of Clarita Avenue in the East
1/2 of Section 11 be changed from RUFA and RUFB to R-1-A. The secretary read
letters dated June 5, 1956 from Benton Yates, Supt., Livonia Public Schools
and dated April 18, 1956 from Marie W. Clark, City Clerk. Messrs. Ernest
Citron, Attorney, 16851 James Couzens Highway, Det. and Dan Symez were present.
The secretary read letter dated May 11, 1956 from Louis S. Veanstra, George
Jerome & Company addressed to Mid Belt Fund as submitted by Mr. Citron.
Mr. Citron stated some homes are located on property now whereas frequently
property is vacant and it is two years before land appears on tax roll as
individual lots. Stated in future plans of school district there is a school
site in area and that homes will not be ready for occupancy before 1957 at
which time some of the school questions will be solved.
Mr. Robinson asked Mr. Symez whether he and Mr. Yates came to a conclusion
when they met recently. Mr. Symez stated there is a school site designated
in area. Stated Mr. Yates mentioned that there are 11 sites designated and
that bond program provides for only half of schools and that which schools
are built depends on development and need.
Mr. Citron stated that that is why in letter from Mr. Yates he refers to "....
all proposed subdivisions...."
An unidentified man stated that in his opinion Mr. Yates' letter does not
indicate that he is in accord with petition. Suggested matter be temporarily
tabled until representative of school district arrives.
Mr. Citron stated letter from Mr. Yates refers to entire school situation.
No one was present objecting to petition as presented.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lepo, seconded by Mr. Harsha and unanimously
carried, it was
#6-203-56 RESOLVED THAT, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
on Petition No. Z-167 as submitted by Dan Symez and Bert P.
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Solomon, Mid Belt Fund for change of zoning in the East 1/2
of Section 11 from RUFA and RUfB to R-1-A the City Planning
Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council that
Petition No. Z-167 be granted, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published
in the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of
May 17, 1956 and notice of which hearing was sent to The
Detroit Edison Company, Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company,
Michigan Bell Telephone Company, The Consumer Power Company
City Departments and petitioners as listed in the Proof of
Service.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition No.
Z-137 by Harry Lightstone, Lightstone Development Company requesting that zon-
ing classification of Parcel J7 located on the North side of Joy Road approxi-
mately 325 feet west of Henry Ruff Road in thr, Southwest 1/4 of Section 35 be
changed from RUFB to R-1-A. The secretary stated he would not reread letter
dated May 28, 1956 from J. W. Tracy, Secretary, Cooper School District.
Messrs. Harry Lightstone and Arthur J. Hass, Attorney, 1910 Buhl Building
Detroit were present.
Mr. Hass stated rezoning would provide for 44 building sites and that sewer
and water facilities are available.
Mr. William N. Ponder, City Attorney returned to meeting at approximately 9:55
p.m.
No one was present opposed to petition as presented.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Steihhoff and
unanimously carried, it was
#6-204-56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
on February 21, 1956 on Petition No. Z-137 as submitted by
Harry Lightstone, Lightstone Development Company for a change
of zoning in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 35 from RUFB to
R-1-A the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to
the City Council that Petition No. Z-137 be granted, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published
in the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of
February 2, 1956 and notice of which hearing was sent to The
Detroit Edison Company, Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company,
Michigan Bell Telephone 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 announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition No.
Z-141 initiated by the City Planning Commission on its own motion on the
question whether or not the zoning classification of Parcels 35Gla and 35G1b
located between Sunset Avenue and Henry Ruff Road and between Robert Avenue
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and West Chicago Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 35 be changed from M-1
to R-1-A. The secretary also read letter dated May 21, 1956 addressed to
Henry S. Alper and Abe Green from Marie W. Clark, City Clerk.
Mr. Harsha asked Mr. Ponder whether with the change of use the change of
zoning would now be necessary.
Mr. Ponder stated he would prefer not to answer Mr. Harsha's question until
he has had an opportunity to study it. Stated his office did hand down an
opinion in connection with change of zoning but that the copy of letter for
Commission's use wasn't ready for tonight's meeting.
Mr. Miller asked what damage it would do to rezone parcel as this item has
appeared on agenda seven times. Suggested petition be amended to read CC
instead of R-1-A.
Mr. Harsha stated he would go along with tabling petition until City Atto rney
has had opportunity to give opinion.
Mr. Ponder stated it is not likely that it will be used for M-1 purposes in
view of the fact the City has purchased site.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Harsha and seconded by Mr. Steinhoff, it was
#6-205-56 RESOLVED that, Petition No. Z-141 initiated by the City
Planning Commission on its own motion on the question
whether or not the zoning classification in the North-
west 1/4 ofSection 35 be changed from M-1 to R-1-A be
tabled until later date in order to provide City
Attorney opportunity to prepare legal opinion.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Lepo, Harsha, Steinhoff, Robinson and Lotz
NAYS: Miller
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz, seconded by Mr. Miller and unanimously
carried, it was
#6-206-56 RESOLVED that, Commission depart from regular order of
business to hear Item No. 6 as shown on agenda.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary stated that Item No. 6 pertained to the proposed amendment to
Part V of the Master Plan of the City of Livonia (Master School and Park
Plan). Messrs. Benton Yates, Supt., Livonia Public Schools and E. F. Chalfant,
Secretary, Parks and Recreation Commission were present.
Mr. John Pasanen, 33593 Plymouth Road again stated that he objected to
designation of school site in Section 33 shown as 33c on Master Plan.
Mr. Yates stated that once a site is designated by the School Board notification
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to this effect is forwarded to Planning- Commission and they in turn place
designated site on the Master Plan. Stated Parks and Recreation Commission
has also designated certain areas and the same procedure is followed. Stated
the question asked by Mr. Pasanen shouldn't concern this Commission and
should be directed to the School Board at their regular meeting. Stated site
between Farmington and Stark Roads was designed two or three months ago as a
site needed for Jr. High School and Sr. High School use and contains approxi-
mately 40 acres. Stated Board of Education has funds for three Jr. High Schools
two of which will be built. Sr. High School funds are not available but funds
to purchase site for use are availah . Stated site indicated as 35c on
Master Plan was released by the School Board Friday.
Mr. William Barrie, 29525 Robert stated he would like to request that 30 acre
site indicated as 35c on Master Plan be maintained as a school site as it is
their feeling that there is a number of people in that area and that a site
should be designated.
Mr. Pasanen stated he in turn would like to request that 40 acre site
indicated as 33c on Master Plan be released.
Mr. Alex Cekel, 36650 Joy Road requested exact location of 25 acre site
located in Section 32 and indicated as 32b on the Master Plan.
Mr. Norman Cohen, Attorney, 17615 James Couzens Highway stated he would like
record to show that an appearance was made regarding site in Section 14 (14a-
14b) and that because of condemnation proceedings he would withdraw any
comments.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lepo, seconded by Mr. Harsha and unanimously
carried, it was
#6-207-56 RESOLVED that, the resolution adopted by the City Planning
Commission on December 15, 1953, adopting Part V of the
Master Plan of the City of Livonia be and hereby is amended
to read as follows:
"RESOLVED that, pursuant to the provisions of Section
6, 7 and 8 of Act 285, Public Acts of Michigan of 1931,
as amended the City Planning Commission of the City of
Livonia, having duly held a Public Hearing on June 5,
1956 for the purpose of amending Part V of the Master
Plan of the City of Livonia entitled "Master School and
Park Plan of the City of Livonia", the same is amended
to include and add thereto sites identified therein as
numbers lc, 2a, 3a, 9a, 12a, 13a, 14a, 14b, 15a, 16a,
24b, 31a, 32b, 32a, 33c, 34a, 34b and having given
proper notice of such hearing as required by said Act
285, does hereby adopt said amendments as a part of
Part V of the Master Plan of the City of Livonia; that
said Part V of the Master Plan is further amended to
delete therefrom sites 2a, 2b, 9, 12, 13, 14b, 16, 31,
34, 34b, as adopted and designated pursuant to
resolution of the City Planning Commission dated
December 15, 1953; that reference is expressly made to
the map containing descriptive and other matter intended
by such Commission to form a part of such Master Plan,
which map was prepared by Albe E. Munson, Planning Con-
sultant, and is on file in the office of the City Clerk
and in the office of such Commission; that this
resolution be recorded on such map by the identifying
signatures of the Chairman and Secretary of such
Commission; that an attested copy of said Part V shall
be certified to the City Council and to the Register of
Deeds of the County of Wayne, and that the following
certification shall appear on said Part V: "We certify
that the foregoing resolution was duly adopted at a
meeting of the City Planning Commission held June 5,
1956, by the unanimous affirmative vote of all members
present at such meeting."
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted and called a recess
at approximately 10:29 p.m.
The Chairman called the meeting to order at approximately 10:45 p.m. with all
present as named at the beginning and course of meeting.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Steinhoff, seconded by Mr. Lotz and
unanimously carried, it was
#6-208-56 RESOLVED that, Commission depart from regular order of
business in order to hear Item No. 16 as shown on
the agenda.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read Petition M-17 by Kenneth D. Blum requesting permission to
open a Kiddie Land in the Shelden Center on portion of Parcel 34Flalala2a
located on the South side of Plymouth Road between vacated Woodring Avenue and
Farmington Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 34. The secretary also read
letter dated June 5, 1956 addressed to Chief George E. Harmon, Livonia Police
Department from Sergeant Robert Baumgartner. Mr. Kenneth D. Blum was present.
Mr. Blum submitted pictures of rides to be established and stated he would
erect a 31 wooden fence around entire area (80t x 80t) that would be decorated
attractively and an asset to the community.
Mr. Robinson asked for a plot plan. Mr. Blum stated he did not have one
available.
Mr. Harsha asked exact location of use. Mr. Blum stated Kiddie Land will be
next td and parallel to Kresge Store.
Mr. Lotz asked about sanitary facilities. Mr.Blum stated that is a
difficult request as there are no facilities in the stores.
IL: Mr. Robinson stated he could not see how Commission could require Mr. Blum to
have sanitary facilities when group of stores do not have such facilities.
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Mr. Lotz asked about trailers. Mr. Blum stated there will be no trailers.
whatsoever. Stated rides will be permanently installed.
Mr. Harsha asked whether location was in the parking area. Mr. Blum stated
originally they were going into black top area (Kiddie Lands at Eastgate and
Northland are in black top area) but that now they are not.
Nineteen were present opposed to petition as presented.
Mr. Gerald Brisse, 9909 Loveland stated he purchased home three years ago at
which time he understood that area would be shopping center and nothing further
Stated Kiddie Land would cause nuisance to residential area.
Mr.Ed Westco, 9850 Woodring stated it is enough of a problem to take children
shopping. Stated putting up with a carnival ten days or so in permissible but
one that is up all the time is hard to tolerate. Stated area was designed
to be held for parking area or to be turned into recreational area.
Mr. Goldie, 9928 Fairfield stated he received information at a late date and
that civic association had a brief meeting of Board of Directors at which
time it was concluded that this would constitute a nuisance.
Mr. Edward Priebe, 9915 Loveland stated noise will keep residents awake at
night and that it will be a hangout for children in area.
Mr. Kirkwood, 9624 Woodring asked whether area has been purchased by Mr. Blum
Mr. Robinson stated that this is not pertinent.
Mr. Cas Hoffman, representing Shelden Land Company stated property has not
been purchased and that he thought it was a one year lease basis.
Mr. Steinhoff asked hours of Kiddie Land. Mr. Blum stated this is not a
carnival and should not be considered as such. Stated present plans are to
be open at the same time as the stores 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., etc.
Mr. Robinson stated he has visited other large shopping centers and that such
a use would appeal to small children only.
Mr. Kirkwood stated Mr. Robinson's statement is matter of opinion only.
Stated there isn't a house within a mile of Eastgate and Northland whereas
at Shelden Center there is.
Mr. Harsha asked how far it is from Kiddie Land location to nearest house.
Stated as he recalled it is quite a way.
Mr. Blum stated 80' wouldn't even take location of Kiddie Land to back of
Kresge Store.
Mr. Hoffman stated 500' to 600' would be accurate in his opinion.
Mrs. Sydney C. Hay, Jr., 9628 Woodring stated it is hard enough getting
through the dime store with children without having Kiddie Land too. Stated
from a mercenary standpoint she is opposed to petition.
Mr. Dick Nicholson, 9815 Woodring stated he did not receive notice of hearing
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and that in view of the fact only a small number of residents were notified
could not see how use could be approved.
Mrs. Gordon Pomroy, 32724 Vermont was present objecting to petition.
Mrs. Gordon Dana, 32711 Vermont stated older sisters and brothers take
the smaller children to carnival and meet their friends. Statedcannot get
away from gangs etc.
Mr. Marvin VanHeest, 9911 Loveland asked what would be done with equipment
when not in use during cold weather. Mr.Blum stated they plan to remove
equipment and store it.
Mr. Charles Shaw, 9910 Roseland requested item be tabled in order to give
residents opportunity to further discuss matter.
Mr. Robinson stated he did not believe tabling item would gain anything.
Mr. Lepo suggested use be limited to one year. Mr. Robinson stated it will
be. Mr. Blum stated that that was his understanding.
Mr. Harsha asked about the amount of noise. Mr. Blum stated they have one
horse power motor and that he will be happy to eliminate music if it is
Commission's desire. Stated they have a record for music.
Mr. Lepo made the following motion which failed for lack of support:
RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been
held the City Planning Commission does hereby grant
Petition M-17 by Kenneth D. Blum requesting permission to
open a Kiddie Land in the Shelden Shopping Center on
portion of Parcel 34Flalala2a located on the South side
of Plymouth Road between vacated Woodring Avenue and Farm-
ington Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 34.
Mr. Steinhoff made the following motion which he withdrew after further con-
sideration.
RESOLVED that, Petition M-17 by Kenneth D. Blum requesting
permission to open a Kiddie Land in the Shelden Shopping
Center on portion of Parcel 34Flalala2a located on the
South side of Plymouth Road between vacated Woodring Avenue
and Farmington Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 34 be
tabled until June 19, 1956 in order to afford interested
residents an opportunity to further investigate item.
Mr. Blum stated it places a hardship on him to have item postponed.
Mr. Steinhoff stated Commission has to consider residents as they also have
investment.
There was a lengthy discussion of the exact date petition should be tabled
1[40 to as the Rosedale Gardens Civic Aseocation's next meeting wasn't scheduled
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until June 21, 1956
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Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller and seconded by Mr. Lotz, it was
#6-209-56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been
held the City Planning Commission does hereby deny
Petition M-17 by Kenneth D. Blum requesting permission
to open a Kiddie Land in the Shelden Shopping Center on
portion of Parcel 34Flalala2a located on the South side
of Plymouth Road between vacated Woodring Avenue and
Farmington Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 34, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent to
property owners within 500 feet, petitioner and City
Departments as listed in the Proof of Service.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the foliaring:
AYES: Miller, Steinhoff and Lotz
NAYS: Lepo and Robinson
NOT VOTING: Harsha
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was the proposed
Young & Yagoda Subdivision located on the Southwest corner of Jamison and
Berwick Avenue in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 22. The secretary read
letters dated May 19, 1956 from Burton Warner, Warner & Warner; dated
May 19, 1956 addressed to Livonia School District, Parks and Recreation
Department, Albe E. Munson and City Engineer from Burton Warner, Warner &
Warner; dated June 4, 1956 from Benton Yates, Supt., Livonia School District;
dated May 23, 1956 from Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire Department; dated
June 5, 1956 from Donald Wilson, Chief Inspector and dated May 23, 1956 from
W. R. McCary, City Engineer. Messrs. Jack Young and Burton Warner were
present.
Mr. Harsha, Chairman of the Plat Committee stated all lots seem to be the
correct size and on the curved streets and cul-de-sacs they are at least 55'.
Mr. Steinhoff, Member of the Plat Committee concurred with Mr. Harsha.
Mr. Miller asked whether homes on Lots 95 through 103 will face Hubbard Road
and whether homes on Lots 1, 31, 32, 61 and 62 will side on Hubbard Road.
Mr. Warner stated Mr. Miller is correct in both instances.
Mr. Miller asked whether all homes could face Hubbard Road instead of having
some side and some face Hubbard Road. Mr. Warner stated it probably wouldn't
present great problem but that their feeling is that lots are better if they
side to Hubbard rather than face Hubbard as it is a quarter mile road.
Mr. Robinson asked whether a home could be designed that it would appear to
front on both streets. Mr. Young stated he thought he ccu ld. Suggested a
side terrace.
Mr. Warner stated F.H.A. is aware of all these things and will see that they
are taken care of.
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Mr. Young stated he would go on record that he would trim house to give it
appearance that it fronts on both streets.
Mr. Harsha asked what would be gained by having homes face Hubbard Road.
Mr. Miller stated in his opinion it adds to beauty of neighborhood.
Mr. Harsha stated that no matter where one places a house located on corner
lot, someone is going to look into a back yard.
Mr. Warner stated Mr. Harsha has a point and that Commission will do more to
hurt other lots than to help situation.
Mr. Lepo asked whether drain will be covered. Mr. Young stated it would
Mr. Henry Williams, 14921 Hubbard Road asked to look at. proposed plat.
Mr. Young stated homes will be brick at $15,000 and up.
Mr. Robinson asked whether petitioner intends to pave only half of Lyndon
Avenue. Mr. Young stated that that is his intent.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Steinhoff and seconded by Mr. Harsha, it was
#6-210-56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
the City Planning Commission does hereby give approval to
preliminary plat of the proposed Young & Yagoda Subdivision
located on the Southwest corner of Jamison and Berwick Avenues
in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 22 subject to recommendation
dated May 28, 1956 from Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire
Department and any other City Departments, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent to the
abutting property owners, proprietors, City Departments as
listed in the Proof of Service and copies of the plat together
with notice having been sent to the Building Department,
Superintendent of Schools, School Board President, FireDepart-
ment, Police Department, Parks and Recreation Department and
Members of the Plat Committee.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Miller, Lepo, Harsha, Steinhoff and Lotz
NAYS: Robinson
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was the proposed
Harrison Park Subdivision located on the Southwest corner of Harrison and
Terrence Avenues in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 13. The secretary read letters
dated April 11, 1956 from Nandino Perlongo, Attorney for N & R Homes, Inc.;
dated May 29, 1956 from Donald Wilson, Chief Inspector and dated May 25, 1956
from Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire Department. Mr. Nandino Perlongo was
present.
Mr. Steinhoff asked if there wasn't a letter regarding RUF area reverting
to proposed type of development without change of zoning. Mr. Ponder stated
the opinion has been written but that secretary did not have opportunity to
type commission's copy. Referred to Sections 8.00 and 8.04, Zoning Ordinance
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No. 60. Stated a reasonable conclusion is that in a RUF District if a person
wanted to keep rabbits, etc. he would be required to comply with Section 8.04 '"""0
(1/2 acre etc.) however, if he wanted to develop smaller areas (7,200') he
would have to follow requirements of R-1 District without having to have a
change of zoning. Stated this would eliminate one step of Commission's present
procedure in that a builder in a RUF District could submit tentative plat
without seeking change of zoning first.
Mr. Steinhoff asked if Harrison Park Subdivision is given approval would that
automatically change zoning to R-1. Mr. Ponder stated it would be R-1 use in
RUF District and would remain RUF as far as zoning is concerned.
Mr. Perlongo stated it would be the same thing if you put a house in a M-1
District inasmuch as you would be putting a higher use in a lower district.
Mr. Harsha, Chairman of the Plat Committee stated Lot 71 is a little under
sized but could be corrected by changing lots further down the block.
Mr. Steinhoff, Member of the Plat Committee stated Lot 35 is a little narrow
for a corner lot as was mentioned by the Chief Inspector in his letter.
Mr. Harsha stated Lots 11 and 12 do not show the frontage although they
appear to be large lots.
Mr. Lepo stated Lots 9 and 29 are also undersized. Mr. Harsha stated he
believed these two lots to be correct.
Mr. Perlongo stated the Commission questions the side yard on Lot 35; Lots
71 and 74 are undersized and Lots 11 and 12 do not have front dimensions shown.
Mr. D. J. Dwyer, 15972 Harrison stated area from Inkster to Middlebelt Roads
is all in plots of more than 1/2 acres. Stated petition for change of zoning
was denied by both City Planning Commission and the City Council some time ago.
Stated it is his understanding that Commission is opposed to spot zoning and
that this is what it is. Stated he objects to proposed Harrison Park Sub-
division.
Mr. Phillips, 15980 Harrison stated he did not feel that the opinion of the
City Attorney should off-set from opinion of the City Planning Commission and
City Council in which they denied petition for change of zoning last
November.
Mr. Harsha stated petitioner can present his petition as many times as he wants
to.
Mr. Perlongo stated petition for rezoning was presented to Commission in error
as parcel does not need rezoning.
Mr. Robinson stated Commission's Legal Counsel has given Commission interpre-
tation of ordinance and if Commission takes a different outlook on issue then
who is going to protect Commission in court.
An unidentified man stated the same number of lots are on proposed plat as one
previously submitted. :31
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Mr. Ray Bolt, 16000 Harrison asked whether it isn't true that School Board
makes their plans on the zoning and that if Commission approves four or five
more homes than what they are planning on it will disrupt their plans.
Mr. Robinson stated he did not think proposed plat will fit in with established
area.
Mr. Thomas Manley, 28531 Terrence stated he did not see why property owner
should be penalized by requirement of half acre lots and it will be prohibitive
to build.
Mr. Lepo stated he lived in an RUF District and that when the Hearthstone Sub-
division was submitted and approved everyone was opposed to plat. Stated sub-
division is well under construction and everyone previously opposed to it are
now well pleased.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lepo and seconded by Mr. Harsha, it was
RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
the City Planning Commission does hereby Five approval to
preliminary plat of Harrison Park Subdivision located on the
Southwest corner of Harrison and Terrence Avenues in the
Southwest 1/4 of Section 13 subject to all lots being minimum
of 60' and recommendations of various departments.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Lepo and Harsha
NAYS: Miller, Steinhoff, Robinson and Lotz
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz and seconded by Mr. Steinhoff, it was
#6-211-56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
the City Planning Commission does hereby deny approval of
preliminary plat of Harrison Park Subdivision located on the
Southwest corner of Harrison and Terrence Avenues in the
Southwest 1/4 of Section 13, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent to the
abutting property owners, proprietor, City Departments as
listed in the Proof of Service and copies of the plat together
with notice having been sent to the Building Department,
Superintendent of Schools, School Board President, Fire
Department, Parks and Recreation Department, Police Department
and Members of the Plat Committee.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Miller, Steinhoff, Robinson and Lotz
NAYS: Lepo and Harsha
The secretary read Petition M-12 by Mrs. Opal E. Fox, Secretary - Board of
Christian Education, Riverside Park Church of God requesting permission to
transfer house and property located at 11801 Newburg Road and situated on
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Lot 511a1, Supervisor's Livonia Plat, No. 9 from residence to be used for
church facilities, Pastor's Study, Christian Education and Fellowship Hall.
Parcel situated on the West side of Newburg Road approximately 300 feet North
of Plymouth Road in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 30. The secretary read
letter dated May 29, 1956 from Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire Department.
Rev. E. B. Jones was present.
Mr. Lepo asked whether intent is to move house onto property. Rev. Jones stated
that is not their intent. Stated they have a small chapel and that they want
to use existing home for work. Stated there is a hole dug for future church.
Mr. Lotz asked whether 14 items mentioned by the Fire Department have been
corrected. Rev. Jones stated he spent six mnnths on the issue of the 14
points. Stated he went to the Fire Marshall and asked him for copy of 14
points. Stated he then went to the Building Inspection Department and that
the inspector did not know whose problem it was and called the City Attorney
(previous City Attorney). Stated they are willing to correct anything that
is unsafe for children.
Mr. Robinson stated Commission's approval would be subject to suggestions by
Fire Department.
Rev. Jones stated congregation does not feel they can spend as much money as
is suggested. Requested temporary use of building.
Mr. Robinson asked how long Rev. Jones would need building. Rev. Jones stated
a year would be something.
Rev. Jones went into detail of the many problems that has prevented them from
completing building.
No one was present objecting to petition.
Mr. Steinhoff asked whether Commission could grant use of building for the
one year.
Mr. Harsha stated to an extent Commission could but that Commission cannot
grant him use of an unsafe building. Asked how much will have to be spent
to bring building to a safe and useable condition.
Mr. Ponder stated that if they want to use building for church purposes they
will have to comply with rules and regulations of Building Department and
Fire Department.
Upon a motion duly made by 1jr. Harsha, seconded by Mr. Lepo and unanimously
carried, it was
#6-212-56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
the City Planning Commission does hereby grant Petition M-12
by Mrs. Opal E. Fox, Secretary-Board of Christian Education
Riverside Park Church of God requesting permission to transfer
house and property located at 11601 Newburg Road on Lot 511a1
Supervisor's Livonia Plat, No. 9 and situated on the West side
of Newburg Road approximately 300 feet North of Plymouth Road
in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 30 from residence to be used
for church facilities, Pastor's Study, Christian Education and
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Fellowship Hall provided all proper reports are made to
put building in condition acceptable to City, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent
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 announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition M-13
by D. C. Gregory, Sun Oil Company requesting permission to erect retail
gasoline service station on portion of Lots 3 and 4, Supervisor's Livonia
Plat, No. 1 located on the Southeast corner of Plymouth and Laurel Roads in
the Northwest 1/4 of Section 33. The secretary read letter dated May 28, 1956
from Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire Department and stated letters have
been filed with Commission approving of gas station from S. Demare, Mrs. B.
Leslie, W. A. Brown, Rosby McKinney, George A. Stafford, C. J. Hill, Rudolph
Anderson, Charles Jamison, Ralph H. Volmer and Orlie P. VanTassel owners of
lots in Supervisor's Livonia Plat, No. 1 and Victor J. Hess, Arthur J.
Mitchell, John Budrevijch and A. C. Schmitz owners of lots in Alden Village
Subdivision. Mr. Gregory was present
Mr. Miller asked if station was a two-bay station. Mr. Gregory stated it is
and will be similar to one on Schoolcraft and Farmington Roads
Mr. Harry Crawford, 37500 Plymouth Road stated he has operated his business
for 15 years and proposed station will be 132' from his property line.
Mr. Irving Geer, 8889 Wayne Road stated Plymouth Road is becoming over-
populated with gas stations. Stated he has read where 1,000 homes are needed
to support a gas station.
It was ascertained that both Messrs. Geer and Crawford own and operate gas
stations in the area.
Mr. Steinhoff stated existing zoning is 300' and according to plot plan the
gas station will incorporate only 100'. Asked what will become of remainder.
Mr. Robinson stated there are many cases similar to one mentioned.
Mr. Robinson stated there are three existing stations in area.
Mr. Gregory stated it is one mile to the East passed Stark Road before there
is another station.
Mr. Miller stated in his opinion there should be control of gas stations.
Mr. Robinson stated City has control - City Planning Commission.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Steinhoff and seconded by Mr. Miller, it was
#6-213-56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
the City Planning Commission does hereby deny Petiton M-13
by D. C. Gregory, Sun Oil Company requesting permission to
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erect retail gasoline service station on portion of Lots
3 and 4, Supervisor's Livonia Plat, No. 1 located on the
Southeast corner of Plymouth Road and Laurel Road in the
Northwest 1/4 of Section 33, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent to
the property owners within 500 feet, petitioner and City
Departments as listed in the Proof of Service.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Miller, Lepo, Harsha, Steinhoff and Robinson
NAYS: Lotz
The secretary read Petition M-14 by Fred E. Richey, Presiding Minister,
Livonia Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses requesting permission to erect and
use a tent for religious meeting June 29 through and including July 1, 1956
on portion of Parcel 32NF located in the rear of property known as Riverside
Arena (36635 Plymouth Road) situated on the South side of Plymouth Road
approximately 235 feet West of Raleigh Avenue in the Northwest 1/4 of Section
32. The secretary read letters dated May 22, 1956 from DeLoss Ludwig, 15005
Fenton, Det. 39; dated May 28, 1956 from Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire
Department; dated June 5, 1956 from George E. Harmon, Chief Livonia Police
Department and dated June 5, 1956 addressed to Chief George E. Harmon from
Sergeant Robert C. Baumgartner. Fred E.Ritchey and DeLoss Ludwig were present
Mr. Miller asked whether tent would be placed behind roller rink. Mr. Ludwig
stated it will be placed on the property owned by arena which property is
undeveloped.
Mr. Miller asked if that will be West of Homes. Mr. Ludwig stated existing
homes are on one side.
Mr. Steinhoff questioned parking facilities. Mr. Ludwig stated they will use
parking facilities of the arena. Stated they are renting the arena and that
tent will be an additional shelter and not for all meetings. Stated this is
the period of time the roller rink is closed.
No one was present objecting to petition.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Steinhoff, seconded by Mr. Lepo and unanimously
carried, it was
#6-214-56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
the City Planning Commission does hereby grant Petition M-14
by Fred E. Ritchey, Presiding Minister, Livonia Congregation
of Jehovah's Witnesses requesting permission to erect and use
a tent for religious meeting June 29 through and including
July 1, 1956 on portion of Parcel 32NPQ located in the rear
of property known as Riverside Arena (36635 Plymouth) situated
on the South side of Plymouth Road approximately 235 feet West
of Raleigh Avenue in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 32, and
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FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent 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 announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition M-15
by Al's Sign Erection requesting permission to erect 7'x10' stick-out sign on
10" pole (sign of 24 gauge metal frame - 2x2xe angle) to read "The Gardens
Drive-In Hamburgers, Pizza" on Lots 4 and 5, Shaffmaster's Plymouth Riverside
Estates Subdivision located on the South side of Plymouth Road approximately
225 feet West of Levan Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 32. Mr. VanAndia
and Mr. Joseph Zurccaro were present.
Lieutenant Perry was excused from meeting at approximately 1:03 a.m.
Mr. VanAndia stated sign will be a flashing neon sigh.
Mr. Miller asked if sign will be located 60' back from right-of-way and is the
pole that is presently erected. Mr. Zurccaro stated it is 60' from center of
road.
Mr. Robinson asked if the drive-in restaurant is opened. Mr. Zurccaro stated
it has not.
Mr. Robinson asked Mr. Ponder whether Commission would be in order to approve
sign and referred to Ordinance No. 131.
Mr. Zurccaro stated sign will not project over property line. Stated he
obtained a license from Al Gannon, Wayne County Board of Health.
Mr. Ponder stated that if the owner of the building at the time he obtained a
building permit specified use Commission would be permitted to approve or
deny requested sign.
Mr. VanAndia stated they can eliminate the flashing lights if the Commission
so desires.
Mr. Johnson, 5984 Woodhall, Detroit stated sign will have yellow bulbs that
will flash.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Lotz and unanimously
carried, it was
#6-215-56 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
the City Planning Commission does hereby grant PetitionM-15
by Al's Sign Erection requesting permission to erect 7'x10'
stick-out sign on 10" pole (sign of 24 gauge metal frame -
2x2xe angle) to read "The Gardens Drive-In, Hamburgers,
Pizza" on Lots 4 and 5, Shaffmaster's Plymouth Riverside
Estates Subdisrision located on the South side of Plymouth Road
approximately 225 feet West of Levan Road in the Northwest
1/4 of Section 32 providing it is not a flashing sign and
subject to recommendation of Fire Department that pole be bonded
with a ground conductor into a driven ground rod, and
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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.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lepo and seconded by Mr. Miller, it was
RESOLVED that, minutes of meeting April 3, 1956 be
approved as received.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Miller, Lepo and Robinson
NAYS: None
NOT VOTING: Harsha, Lotz and Steinhoff
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lepo, seconded by Mr. Miller and unanimously
carried, it was
#6-216-56 RESOLVED that, minutes of meeting April 3, 1956
be tabled until June 19, 1956.
The Chairna n declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lepo, seconded by Mr. Miller and unanimously
carried, it was
#6-217-56 RESOLVED that, minutes of meeting April 17, 1956 be
approved as received.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Harsha, seconded by Mr. Lotz and unanimously
carried, it was
#6-218-56 RESOLVED that, minutes of meeting May 1, 1956 be approved
subject to Resolutions No. 5-140-56 to 5-153-56 being
renumbered to 5-163-56 to 5-176-56.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
William N. Ponder, City Attorney was excused from meeting at approximately
1:20 a.m.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Steinhoff, seconded by Mr. Lotz and
unanimously carried, it was
#6-219-56 RESOLVED that, recommendation dated April 3, 1956 by Albe E.
Munson, Planning Co__sultant regarding Residential Zoning
Classifications be tabled until June 19, 1956.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
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H. Paul Harsha was excused from meeting at approximately 1:24 a.m.
E Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz and seconded by Mr. Steinhoff, it was
#6-220-56 RESOLVED that, statement dated June 1, 1956 from Albe E.
Munson, Planning Consultant for $350.28 be forwarded to
the property department for payment.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Miller, Lepo, Steinhoff, Robinson and Lotz
NAYS: None
It was agreed by members present that letter dated June 4, 1956 from Marie W.
Clark, City Clerk regarding City Council Resolution No. 354-56 tabling
consideration of Petition No. Z-112a pending receipt of reasons for the
recommendation from Commission be tabled until June 19, 1956.
Upon a motian duly made by Mr. Lepo, seconded by Mr. Miller and unanimously
carried, it was
#6-221-56 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 July 10, 1956 on the question whether
or not the following amendment:
ARTICLE 7.50
R-U District Regulations
SECTION 7.51 Application of Article - The regulations
set forth in this article shall apply to all RU Districts.
SECTION 7.52 Uses Permitted - In all RU Districts no
building or land, except as otherwise provided in this
ordinance, shall be erected or used except for one or
more of the following specified uses.
(a) All uses in R-1 Districts as specified in
Article 5.00, Section 5.02.
(b) Professional offices and customary home
occupations such as dentists and physicians
offices, dance and music schools or dress-
making may be allowed by approval ofthe City
Planning Commission with limitations so that
the occupation is clearly an accessary to the
permissive use, and the residential character
of the exterior of the dwelling is not changed.
(c) Display - Display of signs limited to in-
formation rather than advertising shall be not
more than one (1) square foot placed not less
than thirty (30) feet from the street right-of
way line.
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(d) Employment - East home occupation and
office shall have not more than one (1)
employee other than members of the immediate
family.
SECTION 7.53 Building Height - No building hereafter
erected or altered in RU Districts shall exceed thirty-
five (35) feet in height or two (2) stories, except as
provided in Sections 4.41 to 4.44 inclusive, of this
ordinance.
SECTION 7.54 Lot Area - Every lot in RU Districts shall
have a minimum of 15,000 square feet area and shall have
an average width of not less than one-fourth (4) the
average depth, provided that no lot shall have a width
of less than 80 feet at the property line. Any lot of
record at the time of adoption of this amendment which
is of lesser area than the specifications herein provided
and which cannot meet the requirements of area, side yards
front yard, and/or rear yard, shall otherwise comply with
all the requirements of the R-1 District.
SECTION 7.55 Percentage of Lot Coverage - One family dwell-
ings, together with accessory buildings, hereafter erected
on any lot in RU Districts shall not cover more than twenty
(20) percent of the area of such lot, provided, that this
requirement shall not apply to any lot which at the time
this ordinance become effective is lesser in area than the
specifications herein provided if such lot was of record at
the time of the adoption of this ordinance.
SECTION 7.56 Front Yard - Each lot in RU Districts thall
have a front yard not less than forty (40) feet in depth.
SECTION 7.57 Side Yards in General - All lots in RU
District shall have two (2) side yards each having a
width of not less than ten (10) feet and the aggregate
width of both side yards shall not be less than twenty-five
(25) feet.
SECTION 7.58 Side Yards Abutting Upon Street - Houses on
corner lots shall front on both streets, with houses not
less than forty feet from the street right-of-way line.
SECTION 7.59 Rear Yards - Each lot in RU Districts shall
have a rear yard of a depth of not less than fifty (50)
feet.
SECTION 7.60 Off-street parking Facilities - Off-street
parking facilities shall be provided as herein before
specified in Article 4.00, Section 4.37 to 4.40 inclusive
of the City of Livonia Zoning Ordinance.
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shall 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 theforegoing resolution adopted.
On a motion duly made, seconded and unanimously adopted this public hearing
was duly adjourned at approximately 1:30 a.m., June 6, 1956.
Fred A. Lotz, Secretary
ATTESTED:
William R. Robinson, Chairman