HomeMy WebLinkAboutPLANNING MINUTES 1957-03-19 MINUTES OF A PUBLIC HEARING AND THE 78TH REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
On March 19, 1957 the above meeting was held by the City Planning Commission
of the City of Livonia at the City Hall, 33001 Five Mile Road, Livonia,
Michigan. C hairman William R. Robinson called the Public Hearing to order
at approximately 8:14 P.m.
Members present: Robert L. Greene Leonard Kane *H. Paul Harsha
Fred A. Lotz William Robinson
Wilfred Okerstrom Robert L. Miller
Members absent: Karle Steinhoff
Charles Walker
Lieutenant Bob Perry, Livonia Fire Department and Rodney Kropf, Asst. City
Attorney were present together with approximately 50 interested residents
attending the Public Hearing and the 78th Regular Meeting.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Lotz and unanimously
carried, it was
#3-66-57 RESOLVED that, City Planning Commission depart from the regular
order of business in order to Hear Item No. 6 as shown on the
agenda.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read letter dated March 19, 1957 from Fred L. Madorin,
Dearborn District Sales Manager, Socony Mobil Oil Company, Inc. withdrawing
Petition M-43 requesting permission to erect a service station on a portion
of Parcel 28EE2b located on the Northwest corner of Farmington and Plymouth
Roads in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 28. The petitioner nor a representative
was present.
No one was present objecting to request.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Lotz and unanimously
carried, it was
#3-67-57 RESOLVED that, City Planning Commission grant request dated March 19,
1957 by Fred L. Madorin, Dearborn District Sales Manager that
Petition M-43 as submitted by Socony Mobil Oil Company, Inc. to
erect a service station on a portion of Parcel 28EE2b located on the
Northwest corner of Farmington and Plymouth Roads in the Southeast
1/4 of Section 28 be withdrawn.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read portions of Petition No. Z-208 by Jesse M. and Florence
Bonner requesting that the zoning classification of the 210 feet South from
the center line of Seven Mile Road and 80 feet West from the center line of
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Stamford avenue of Parcel 09Ala located on the Southwest corner of Stamford C"7
Avenue and Seven Mile Road in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 9 be changed
from R-1-B to C-1. The secretary also read letters dated February 15, 1957
from Florence L. Bonner and dated February 22, 1957 from Calvin Roberts,
Chief Livonia Fire Department. Messrs. Marvin J. Rodden, Allen Realty and
Dr. Gerald L. Rasak, 18974 Murrayhill, Detroit, were present.
Mr. Lotz stated he could nct see why petition is in the name of Mr. and Mrs.
Bonner when property is not now owned by them. Mr. Rodden stated that
the property changed hands after petition had been filed. Mr. Lotz stated in
his opinion petition should have been withdrawn.
Mr. Lotz agreed with recommendation dated March 12, 1957 by Albe Munson,
Planning Consultant and could not see extending C-1 District.
Mr. Rodden stated that Dr. Rasak is going to live in home on the property.
Mr. Robinson asked Mr. Kropf whether the petition abides by the Ordinance.
Mr. Kropf answered that he did not believe petition legal inasmuch as it
does not give name of the true owner -of property.
Mr. Robinson asked Mr. Kropf whether Commission could grant amendment to
petition. Mr. Kropf stated Commission has that power however, did think it
unusual procedure to follow. Pointed out that petition did state that Mr.
and Mrs. Bonner were in the process of selling property to Dr. Rasak.
Mr. Robinson stated that inasmuch as it is mentioned that the transaction is
in process, thought Commission is acting properly and believed Commission
could continue to hear item.
Mr. Miller stated that the existing C-1 area is not being used to its fullest
in the area. Mr. Robinson concurred.
Mr. Hubert A. Mitchell, 9035 Merriman submitted petition signed by 41 property
owners objecting to proposed change. Stated in residents opinion there is no
justification to extension of C-1 District. There are four or five parcels
available on the same side of Seven Mile Road. Petition should be denied on
its merits rather than on the technicality of the petition being filed by
Mr. and Mrs. Bonner and not the true owner.
Dr. Rasak stated that at the present time the property contains a barn and a
tool shed which they plan to destroy and subdivide area into beautiful homes.
There is no other doctor's office in the area and felt clinic was for the
benefit of the residents. Plan to landscape property and have proper parking
area. The proposed clinic will cost approximately $30,000 to $40,000.
Mr. Robinson stated that the question before Commission tonight is the rezoning
and not the proposed building.
Mr. Harsha pointed out that the depth requested is much more than the
existing C-1 depth. Thought extension should be made the same as the existing
C-1 area. Mr. Rodden stated that the request is made in order to provide
ample off-street parking which existing C-1 area does not have.
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Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller and seconded by Mr. Lotz, it was
#3-68-57 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
Petition No. Z-208 as submitted by Jesse M. and Florence Bonner for
a change of zoning in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 9 from R-1-B to
C-1, the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the
City Council that Petition No. Z-208 be denied because the C-1
property in the area is not fully utilized, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in
the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of February 28,
1957 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
petitioners as listed in the Proof of Service.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Greene, Lotz, Okerstrom, Robinson and Miller
NAYS: Kane and Harsha
The secretary read portions of Petition No. Z-209 by Simon Ash, e t al
requesting that the zoning classification of the West 360 feet of Parcel 27E7
located on the East side of Farmington Road approximately 1,200 feet North
of Plymouth Road in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 27 be changed from C-2 to
M-1. The secretary read letters dated February 22, 1957 from Calvin Roberts,
etter from
Goldberg
Mr. f LivonianDepartment Gilimanand undated was presentlrepresentingrs.ownerof proposed
Mr. Albert Young, 9
building.
Mr. Kane asked whether Mr. Young realized what the Fire Department is
requesting.
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Mr. Harsha referred to recommendation
dated
the North w2�,ct: is7from zoned R1UFB s ould,
Planning Consultant in that property to
be rezoned.
No one was present objecting to petition as presented.
Mr. Miller stated in his opinion property 360' North of Plymouth Road should
be changed to M-1 also. Mr. Robinson concurred.
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Mr. Miller stated that residentsre areti�n favor of it andssion takes iperhapsresidents they have present. Perhaps their
life savings in property and are opposed to change.
Mr. Harsha stated that the consultant'sMr. Harsha stiais that the
hmuehs sremall
RUFB to the North should be rezoned M-1. Figured
and it might more readily changed into
M-1.he Also it is near the railroad.
Consultant has not mentionedproperty to
Mr. Miller stated that there is one home North of property in question.
Mr. Robinson stated all of these parcels should be rezoned M-1; however, r-
Commission should not delay this petition.
Mr. Greene disagreed with Mr. Harsha in that Mr. Munson does refer to property
to the South as well as property to the North being rezoned M-l.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Kane and seconded by Nr. Okerstrom it was
#3-69-57 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
Petition No. Z-209 as submitted by Simon Ash, et al for a change
of zoning in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 27 from C-2 to M-1,
the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the City
Council that Petition No. Z-209 be granted since this is in con-
formity with Commission's future planning towards making this
entire area M-1, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in
the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of February 28,
1957 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
petitioners as listed in the Proof of Service.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Greene, Lotz, Okerstrom, Kane, Harsha and Robinson
NAYS: Miller
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz, seconded by Mr. Miller and unanimously
carried, it was
#3-70-57 RESOLVED that, the City Planning Commission at this time on
its own motion hereby provides for a Public Hearing to be
held to rezone portion of Parcels 27E5, 27E6a, 27E8, 27E9,
27E18a and 27E10b located in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 27
from RUFB and C-2 to M-i and that notice of such hearing be
mailed to the owners of these parcels by registered mail
return receipt.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read portion of Petition No. Z-210 by Robert Labadie requesting
that the zoning classification of Lot 35, E. G.
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Bonaparte Gardens Subdivision located on the West side of aMiddl belt Road
approximately 525 feet North of Joy- Road at 8925 M ddlebelt Road in the
Southeast 1/4 of Section 35 be changed from C-1 to C-2. The secretary also
read letter dated February 25, 1957 from Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire
Department. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Labadie and Harold Coyle, Attorney, 2002
Cadillac Tower, Detroit were present.
M . Coyle referred to Alternative Pro
City Attorney at the time of Circuit Court Case No.sal in Brief 524--0040.reredbstatedge Haller
suggestions were practically all agreed on. ed
Mr. Labadie stated that the C-1 District has been extended up
to Dover Avenue.
Mr. Coyle stated that the Law Suit is still pending. In July , 1952 permit
was issued for dry cleaning business. At the time Zoning Ordinance, No. 60
was adopted, a dry cleaning business was divided into two parts - pick-up
station and dry cleaning plant.
Mr. Kropf suggested that petbion be acted upon on its own merits and that
Commission not consider pending Court Case.
Mr. Coyle stated that his client installed cbaning machine after Zoning
Ordinance No. 60 went into effect.
Mr. Kane asked present use of premises. Mr. Labadie stated it is a dry
cleaning plant and is zoned C-1.
Mr. Kane read recommendation dated March 12, 1957 from Albe Munson, Planning
Consultant.
Mr. Frank Segler, 8869 Danzig and Mr. Oscar Kaley, 8999 Middlebelt Road
were present objecting to proposed change of zoning.
Mr. Segler stated that the change of zoning to C-1 was very recent and that
no one objected at the time. A change of zoning to C-2 is objected to by
everyone.
Mr. Kaley stated a change of zoning to C-2 is spot zoning.
Mr. Coyle stated that the agreement with previous City Attorney was that client
be able to continue as non-conforming use.
Mr. Lotz stated that if Commission denied change of zoning to C-2, petitioner
would still be non-conforming in a C-1 District.
Upon a m otion duly made by Mr. Greene, seconded by Mr. Lotz and unanimously
carried, it was
#3-71-57 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
Petition No. Z-210 as submitted by Robert Labadie for a change
of zoning in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 35 from C-1 to C-2,
the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the City
Council that Petition No. Z-210 be denied on the basis that it
is spot zoning, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in
the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of February 28,
1957 and notice of which hearing was sent to The DetroitEdison
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Company, Chesapeake & Ohio RailwayCompany,
DepartmentsanBell ln-
phone Company, The Consumer Power Company, City
petitioner as listed in the Proof of Service.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
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The secretaryannounced
ubdivision locatedat the onethenthe Southeastdcorner of Eight Glenbrook Est
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and Newburg Roads in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 5. The secretary read "
letters dated March 5, 1957 from Howard M. Kieft, Kieft Engineering; dated r:
January 8, 1957 from 0. E. Dunckel, Supt., Farmington Public Schools; dated
March 18, 1957 from Donald Wilson, Chief Inspector; dated March 15, 1957
from Dallas F. Hay, Police Commissioner; dated March 15, 1957 from Robert A.
VanDyke addressed to Commissioner Hay and dated March 13, 1957 from Calvin
Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire Department. Messrs. Howard Kieft and T. I. Crantz
1 17367 Monica, Detroit were present.
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Mr. Greene referred to recommendation dated March 12, 1957 from Albe Munson,
Planning Consultant. Mr. Kieft stated the proposed plat is related to
topography as much as possible. There is an area where there is a valley
and they have tried to work with a street on each side of it and lots backing
I up to the valley. There will have to be some mass grading.
Mr. Greene referred to the water situation as mentioned in letter from
Fire Department. Mr. Crantz statedthat they contemplate putting in a booster
somewhere towards Eight Mile Road. Lieutenant Perry stated they will have to
go back far enough to get water. The booster will have to go in East of Farm-
ington Road. Mr. Crantz stated they will be able to work something out.
Lieutenant Perry stated that there is only a 500 gal. booster at Stamford now.
Mr. Greene referred to proposed subdivision in Section 9 (Castle Gardens Sub-
division) in that they have a problem as to where the booster will be located.
Before Council will grant approval petitioners have to assure Council that it
will be taken care of.
Mr. Greene stated that Consultant recommends that the effluent should go into
a running stream. Commission was assured by an unidentified woman that they
were able to get 42,000 gal. to fill their swimming pool last August and that
to her knowledge the stream has never been dry.
Mr. Greene stated that the proposed sewage treatment plant is located off of
the site. Mr. Crantz stated that the site is part of their property.
Mr. Miller informed Commissioners that Mr. Benton Yates, Supt., Livonia P blic
Schools was present earlier in the evening at which time he was informed that
petitioners have contacted school authorities. There is a possibility of
Livonia taking over this section of the Farmington School District as their
proposed school site is South of proposed plat. Did question whether the
sewage treatment plant will be able to handle school also. Mr. Crantz assured
Commission that plant will be able to handle school. Stated plant is capable
of handling 600 homes.
Mr. Robinson asked whether it was their intent to screen area where plant will
be located. Requested plot plan showing size of site, structure and planting
plan. Mr. Crantz stated they intend to close it in entirely and put wire
fencing, grass and shrubs around it.
Mr. Greene stated some of the lots shown do not show size. Mr.
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stated none of the lots will be lessthan 120 x 150 - 130 and that rprop
plat is tentative only. proposed
Mr. Kieft submitted copy for Commission's inspection of Detroit Edison
Company's right-of-ways in that all easements are at the back of the lots with
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few exceptions. Commission requested copy of plan showing easements.
Mr. Kieft assured Commission that there will be 12' easements on all lot lines.
Mr. Miller stated that Lots 174, 1, 12, 26 and 194 all should face main street.
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Mr. Harsha stated that the sewage treatment plan will have to have not only
the approval of the City but also the approval of the State Health Department.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Greene, seconded by Mr. Miller and unanimously
carried, it was
#3-72-57 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
the City PlanningCommission does hereby give approval to
preliminary plat of Glen Brook Estates Subdivision located
on the Southeast corner of Eight Mile and Newburg Roads in
the Northwest 1/4 of Section 5 with the following provisions:
(1) That the necessary approval be received from Michigan
Department of Health regarding sewage treatment plant;
Sewage treatment Plant be shown with plot plan, screening and
Plarltingplan prior to final approval; (3) That the comments
of Albe Munson, Planning Consultant in recommendation dated
March 12, 1957 regarding topography being considered in
relation to the street pattern and necessary steps to correct
situation; (4) The problem of adequate water pressure, water
supply and fire hydrants be solved satisfactorily to the sat-
isfaction of the Fire Department; (5) That the planned sewage
disposal be such that it can be intergraded withthe Master
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Sewer Plan of the City; (6) The proposedon ,
26, 174 and 194 as shown on preliminary plat be facing the
main street involved and (7) That the school be permitted to
tie into the Sewage Treatment System in the future, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent to the
abutting property owners, proprietor, City Department as
listed in the Proof of Service and copies of the plat to-
gether with notice having been sent to the Building Department
Superintendent of Schools, School Board President, Fire
Department, Police Department, Parks and Recreation Department
and Members of the Plat Committee.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted and called a recess
at approximately 9:40 p.m.
The Chairman called the Public Hearing to order at approximately 9:55 p.m.
with all present as named at the beginning and course of meeting.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition M-42
by Charles R. and Mary E. Carson requesting permission to erect a gasoline
.service station on Lot 738, Supervisor's Livonia Flat, No. 12 located on the
Southeast corner of Ann Anbor Trail and Newburg Road in the Northwest 1/4 of
Section 32. The secretary
tmentad Mr.ter David E. Kull, Atrch torney, 17304 La1957 from vhSeRoRoads
Chief Livonia Firepa
Detroit was present.
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Mr. Kull stated that it is his understanding that since the denial of the
precious petition (Petition M-21) the Rev. Robert Richards, 9901 Melrose
minister of the church across the street, has withdrawn any objection to the
proposed gasoline service station. Did not have Rev. Richards' withdrawal of
objection in writing. The parcel in question is over 100' from the church
(from property line to property line).
Mr. Harley Burk, 36906 Ann A bor Trail (Member of church and owns adjoining
property) stated he believed church takes same stand as previously, that he
did not believe it is over 100' away and that it would interfere with church.
Mr. Miller stated in viewing this parcel in his opinion it would be an ideal
location for gasoline service station but due to the comments and proposed
Gasoline Ordinance (Petition No. Z-212) thought same consideration should be
given to gas station as contemplated in Ordinance.
Mr. Harry Wood, 19870 Sunnyscope Drive, Southfield Township stated he talked
to Rev. Richards since denial of previous petition and that the church being
a small church and without adequate parking facilities, they might move to
another location. Didn't think church would object. Mr. Carson (owner of
property) died recently and there is no other source of income for Mrs. Carson
except sale of the property.
Mr. Harold Mennick, 36910 Ann Arbor Trail stated that the church does object
to proposed gas station. Have started Campaign for funds to build new church
and norther property has been suggested other than present location.
Mr. Robinson recommended petition be denied and it be suggested to petitioner
that he repetition at the time church is removed from premises. :31
Mr.William Farris, 4605 S. Telegraph Road, Dearborn stated that inasmuch as
property is properly zoned, that a gas station be permitted.
Mr. Robinson stated that under the Michigan State Law a Home Rule City is
empowered to control the number and location of gas stations.
Mr. Miller made th e following resolution which he withdrew after further con—
sideration:
RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
the City Planning Commission does hereby deny Petition M-42
by Charles R. and Mary E. Carson requesting permission to erect
a gasoline service station on Lot 738, Supervisor's Livonia
Plat, No. 12 located on the Southeast corner of Ann Arbor Trail
and Newburg Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 32 because
according to the Michigan State Law a Home Rule City is empowered
to control the number and location of gasoline service stations.
Mr. Robinson stated he believed reason for denying previous
gasoline service station will interfere id.th the sancturarypetition in that
across the street still is justified reason. oof the church
Mr. Miller stated as gasoline service stations operate Sunday and with amount
of repair work and other things of a tire nature, it could interfere with the
sanctuary of the church.
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Mr. Kull stated Commissioners are presuming that it is not going to be
IL: operated in an orderly manner.
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Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz and seconded by Mr. Miller, it was
#3-73-57 RESOLVED that, Petition M-42 by Charles R. and Mary E. Carson
requesting permission to erect a gasoline service station on
Lot 738, Supervisor's Livonia Plat, No. 12 located on the
Southeast corner of Ann Arbor Trail and Newburg Road in the
Northwest 1/4 of Section 32 be tabled until April 16, 1957
in order to obtain written expression from F. Mayo, Chairman
of the Board, Newburg Methodist Church as to the disposition
of the church property.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Greene, Lotz, Okerstrom, Robinson and Miller
NAYS: Kane and Harsha
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Peti tion M-46
by John E. Veltman, Redwood Cocktail Lounge requesting permission to erect
a 70 square foot free standing projection sign 17' 6" above grade on Parcel
36A5b located at 28121 Plymouth Road and situated on the South side of
Plymouth Road approximately 625 feet East of Harrison Road in the Northeast
1/4 of Section 36. Messrs. John E. Veltman and Louis Lombardi were present.
M . Lotz asked if proposed sign would be flashing. Mr. Lombardi stated there
E will be a flashing neon arrow.
No one was present objecting to petition as presented.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Greene and seconded by Mr. Harsha, it was
#3-74-57 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing havpngibeen Mheld
ld
the City Planning Commission does hereby gra
by John E. Veltman, Redwood Cocktail Lounge requesting
permission to erect a 70 square foot free standing projecting
sign 17' 6" above grade at 28121 Plymouth Road on Parcel 36A5b
and situated on the South side of Plymouth Road approximately
625 feet East of Harrison Road in the Northeast 1/4 of Section
36 beandSe other proposed sign isshave been constructenecessary identificaticloser to the
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FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the feet,aboand City Departments
e hearing was sent to the
property owners within 500 f , petitioner
as listed in the Proof of Service.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Greene, Lotz, Okerstrom, Kane, Harsha and Robinson
NAYS: Miller
1E: *Mr. H. Paul Harsha was excused from the meeting at approtmately 10:25 p.m.
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Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Kane, seconded by Mr. Miller and unanimously
carried, it was
#3-75-57 RESOLVED that, Public Hearing be adjourned
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted and called the 78th
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Regular Meeting to order.
The secretary read letter dated February 28, 1957 from Herald F. Hamill
regarding Harrison Park Subdivision located in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 13.
I Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Kane and unanimously
carried, it was
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#3-76-57 RESOLVED that, for clarification, the City Planning Commission
does hereby grant request dated February 28, 1957 from Herald F.
Hamill that Harrison Park Subdivision located in the Southwest
1/4 of Section 13 be known as Terrence Park Subdivision.
The Chairman dedared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read letter dated February 11, 1957 from Marie W. Clark, City
Clerk regarding Petition No. Z-211 as initiated by the City Planning Commission
on it s own motion on the question whether or not Article 11.00 of Ordinance
No. 60, as amended should be further amended by adding thereto Section 11.18
(Used Car Lots). The secretary also read letter dated March 15, 1957 from
William N. Ponder, City Attorney and Rodney C. Kropf, Assistant City Attorney.
No one was present objecting to petition as presented. nuil
Mr. Kane, Chairman of the Zoning Amendment Committee stated r,ommittee approves
proposed amendment as initiated.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Kane, seconded by Mr. Greene and unanimously
carried, it was
#3-77-57 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
March 5, 1957 on Petition No. Z-211 as initiated by the City
Planning Commission on its own motion on the question whether
or not Article 11.00 of Ordinance No. 60, as amended should be
further amended by adding thereto Section 11.18 (Used Car Lots),
the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the City
Council that Petition No. Z-211 be granted, since it is a
necessary adjutant to our Zoning Ordinance, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in
the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of February 14,
1957 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, and City Departments
as listed in the Proof of Service.
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The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
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Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Lotz and unanimously
carried, it was
#3-78-57 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 letter dated March 29, 1957 from Marie W. Clark, City
Clerk regarding Resolution No. 197-56 regarding requests of residents for
the opening of Munger Avenue and referring same to Commission for recommendation
as to street layout. The secretary also read letter dated March 22, 1956
from W. R. McCary, City Engineer and recommendation dated February 26, 1957
from Albe Munson, Planning Consultant.
Mr. Robinson informed those present that the only thing Commission is
recommending to the City Council is the extension of Munger Avenue.
Mr. William Wert, 35828 Leon stated in his opinion this seems like the only
logical solution to the problem although it does raise the problem of
property transfers.
Mr. Max Bowen, 30885 Six Mile Road wondered in view of the extenuating
circumstances whether the property owners couldn't receive from theCity
Engineer through Commission an indication of the cost of building the road
so that property owners could decide what the proportionate cost is to each
owner. Until owners know that, would be at a loss.
Mr. Miller stated proportionate cost would come up at the time it is before
City Council and property owners would be able to voice their opinion then.
Mr. Robinson stated that the City Council would hold Public Hearings regarding
the cost of the extension of the street.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Lotz and unanimously
carried, it was
#3-79-57 RESOLVED that, recommendation and drawing dated February 26,
1957 by Albe Munson , Planning Consultant be forwarded to the
City Council as City Planning Commission's recommendation as
to the continuation of Munger Avenue in the Northwest 1/4 of
Section 14.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced that tthPl��itC�ssionthe aonnda was its ownPmotionnonothe
Z-213 as initiated by the City g
question whether or not Section 12.02 of the Zoning Ordinance, Ordinance No.
60 and Article 12.00 of said Ordinance should be amended by adding thereto
Sections 12.03, 12.04, 12.05 and 12.06 (CC District Regulations). The
secretary read letter dated March 15, 1957 from William N. Ponder, City
Attorney and Rodney C. Kropf, Asst. City Attorney.
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IR Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Kane, seconded by Mr. Lotz and unanimously C7
carried, it was ° C'
#3-80-57 RESOLVED that, Petition No. Z-213 as initiated by the City
Planning Commission on its own motion on the question3
whether or not Section 12.02 of the Zoning Ordinance,
Ordinance No. 60 and Article 12.00 of said Ordinance should
be amended by adding thereto Sections 12.03, 12.04, 12.05
and 12.06 (CC District Regulations) be tabled until April 2,
1957 in order to give Rodney Kropf, Asst. City Attorney
opportunity to reword Subsection e, Section 12.02 and Sub-
section d, Section 12.03.
The Chairman dedlared the foregoing resolution adopted.
1 Lieutenant Perry was excused from meetingat
approximately 10:50 p.m.
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The secretary read letter dated February 27, 1957 from Benton Yates, Supt.
Livonia Public Schools regarding School Site of 43 acres designed in Section
35.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Okerstrom, seconded by Mr. Miller and
unanimously carried, it was
#3-81-57 RESOLVED that, letter dated February 27, 1957 from Benton
Yates, Supt., Livonia Public Schools regarding school site
of 43 acres designated in Section 35 be noted and placed on
file.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted. :]I
The secretary read communication dated February 22, 1957 from Raymond W. Mills,
Cuairman, Membership Committee, Michigan Society Planning Officials regarding
membership.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Greene and seconded by Mr. Miller, it was
#3-82-57 RESOLVED that, Chairman of the City Planning Commission be
enrolled as member of the Michigan Society of Planning
Officials for one year at $3.00 per year and that the
quarterly Newsletter be circulated to other interested
Commissioners.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Greene, Lotz, Okerstrom, Kane and Miller
NAYS: None
NOT VOTING: Robinson
The final plat of Bonnydale Subdivision located on the East side of Flamingo
Avenue approximately 250 feet North of Lyndon Avenue in the Northwest 1/4 of
Section 23 was submitted for Commission's inspection and approval. Mr. Norman
Cohen, Attorney, 828-30 Penobscot Building, Detroit was present.
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Mr. Cohen stated that the canvas back plat is the same as plat given approval
by the Commission July 17, 1956 except that only seven lots are included
instead of the entire subdivision. At the request of the Council, the
balance of the subdivision is to be held in abeyance until adequate storm
sewers are provided.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz, seconded by Mr. Kane and unanimously
carried, it was
#3-83-57 RESOLVED that, final plat of Bonnydale Subdivision located on
the East side of Flamingo Avenue approximately 250 feet North
of Lyndon Avenue in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 23 be given
final approval as it meets the specifications and requirements
of the Zoning Ordinance, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, inasmuch as it appears on the records that
tentative approval of said proposed plat was given by the City
Planning Commission July 17, 1957; and it further appearing that
said proposed plat together with the plans and specifications
therein have been approved by the Department of Public Works
under date of February 20, 1957; and it further appearing that
a bond in the amount of $10,000 to cover the installation of
improvements has been filed in the Office of the City Clerk
under date of March 13, 1957; such bond having been approved
by Rodney C. Kropf, Assistant City Attorney under date of
March 15, 1957 it would therefore appear that all conditions
necessary to the release of building permits have been met and
the Building Department is hereby so notified.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Greene and seconded by Mr. Kane, it was
#3-84-57 RESOLVED that, statement dated March 8, 1957 from Albe Munson,
Planning Consultant for $430.40 be forwarded to the proper
department for payment.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Greene, Lotz, Okerstrom, Kane, Robinson and Miller
NAYS: None
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was letter dated
January 18, 1957 from M arie W. Clark, City Clerk regarding City Council
Resolution No. 49-57 adopted January 14, 1957 regarding extension of Merriman
Road between Seven Mile and Eight Mile Roads being referred to the Commission
for report and recommendation.
Mr. Miller recommended that Merriman Road be continued at its present width
of 120 .
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller and seconded by Mr. Lotz, it was
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A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following: C`:
AYES: Greene, Lotz, Okerstrom, Kane and Miller 41:1
NAYS: Robinson
Mr. Robinson stated he voted nnayn because he believed Merriman Road at this
point should be 86' to discourage trough traffic.
Upon a'mtionchly made by Mr. Milbr, seconded by Mr. Kane and unanimously
carried, it was
#3-86-57 RESOLVED that, minutes of meetings February 5 and February 19,
1957 be approved as received.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read letter dated March 18, 1957 addressed to East Detroit
Housing, Inc. from Marie W. Clark, City Clerk regarding the proposed Bell
Valley Subdivision and Petition No. Z-174.
Messrs. Miller, Kane and Robinson stated they would attend City Council
Study Meeting March 21, 1957 regarding this item.
The secretary read letter dated March 15, 1957 from Fred Butler, 18115 Middle-
belt Road regarding proposed Sunset Hills Subdivision located in the East 1/2
of Section 11.
Mr. Greene stated Comhission has no authority to intervene inasmuch as
a public hearing has already been held.
The Commission decided to acknowledge letter and inform Mr. Butler that item
should be directed to the City Council who has jurisdiction over road and
streets.
On a motion duly made, seconded and unanimously adopted, this 78th Regular
Meeting was duly adjourned at approximately 11:30 p.m., March 19, 1957.
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o ert L. Miller, Secretary
ATTESTED:
William R. Robinson, Chairman