HomeMy WebLinkAboutPLANNING MINUTES 1958-08-19 'S.
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MINUTES OF THE 94TH REGULAR MEETING AND A PUBLIC
WARING OF THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LIVONIA
On August 19, 1956 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. Because
of Mr. William R. Robinson's resignation as Chairman, as later recorded in these
minutes, Mr. H. Paul Harsha, Vice-Chairman, called this meeting to order at approxi.-
mately 8:12 p.m.
Members Present: Robert M. Peacock, Wilfred Okerstrom, William R. Robinson,
H. Paul Harsha, Dennis Anderson, Leonard Kane, Charles Walker
Members absent: Robert L. Angevine and Robert L. Greene
Mr. Charles Pinto, Assistant City Attorney and Mr. David McCullough, City Planner
were present together with approximately 100 interested persons.
Mr. Leonard Kane presided as secretary in the absence of Mr. Angevine.
The secretary announced the first item on the agenda was Petition Z-249a by Luther
and Gladys L. Lentz asking for a change of zoning on parcels of land located on
the North side of Ann Arbor Trail approximately 200 feet East of Hix Road be changed
from R-1-B to R-3, situated in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 31. Mr. Lentz,
petitioner and Mr. Robert Childs, his attorney were present.
Mr. John Monaghan, 38660 Ann Arbor Trail, Plymouth stated he objected to any change
in the zoning. Felt that the best use of this property is for single dwellings and
that to allow R-3 in this area would decrease the value of the homealready
developed.
Mr. Childs stated that the first time Mr. Lentz requested a rezoning of this
property to C-2, 41.ey agreed with the decision the Commission made at that time
that it would be proper to rezone it to a C-2 classification. Stated that builders
of the adjoining subdivisions do not object to the proposed rezoning. On the
easterly line of property it is bounded with a Commercial classification. Thought
that it would be difficult to have a residential next to this commercial. For this
reason, felt that it would be best that this area serve as a R-3 District and it
would be a buffer between the commercial and single dwellings. Also directly South
across Ann Arbor Trail it is now zoned commercial. Suggested it was agreeable to
Mr. Lentz that instead of asking for the entire area for R-3 that the parcel West
of the 151 easement granted to the City for storm sewers remain as R-1 and that
that portion East of same be rezoned for R-3. Had no intentions of developing
motels in this area.
Mr. Walker felt that since there were single dwellings to the South of Ann Arbor
Trail and also to the West with large lot area, that the Commission should discuss
this at a Study Meeting.
Mr. Harsha stated item would be taken under advisement.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition Z-289 by
11[: Thomas and Mary Roperti asking for a change of zoning on parcel of land located on
the North side of Five Mile Road approximately 1,100' West of Ashurst Road situated
in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 16, from AG-B to R-3.
Mr. Robinson stated that inasmuch as the petitioner has complied with the
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recommendation of the Planning Commission in requesting the amount of property to be
rezoned which was recommended by the Planning Consultant, that the Commission
should act favorably on the petition. Mr. Walker concurred with Mr. Robinson's
suggestion.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson, supported by Mr. Walker and unanimously
adopted, it was
#8-194-58 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
Petition Z-289 as submitted by Thomas and Mary Roperti for a
change of zoning in the Southwest 1/4 . f Section 16 from AG-B to
R-3, the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the
City Council that Petition No. Z-289 be granted, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in the
official newspaper, The Livonian under date of July 31, 1958 and
notice of rh ich hearing was sent to The Detroit Edison Company,
Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company, Michigan Bell Telephone Company,
The Consumers Power Company, City Departments and petitioners as
listed in the Proof of Service.
Cha'► '44.-?:)ed thu re€oing rceoluticn ad-nted.
The secretary announced the next item on the agenda was Petition Z-291 by Eskay
Homes, Inc. asking for a change of zoning on parcels of land located on the East
side of Purlingbrook between Bretton Road and St. Martins Road and situated in the
1[40 Southeast 1/4 of Section 2 from RUF to R-1-B. Mr. Simon S. Kaplan, President of
Eskay Homes, Inc. and Mr. V. Spaulding were present.
Mr. Walker inquired as to how large an area this consisted of at which time the
members of the Commission examined the plat book.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Peacock, supported by Mr. Kane and unanimously
adopted, it was
#8-195-58 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
Petition Z-291 as submitted by Eskay Homes, Inc. for a change
of zoning in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 2 from RUF to R-1-B,
the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the City
Council that Petition No. Z-291 be granted becaused it is in
conformance with the surrounding area, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above he ng was published in the
official newspaper, The Livonian under date of July 31, 1958 and
notice of which hearing was sent to The Detroit Edison Company,
Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company, Michigan Bell Telephone Company,
The Consumers Power Company, City Departments and petitioner as
listed in the Proof of Service.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced the next item on the agenda was Petition Z-296 by R. J.
Mendelssohn and Merrie Mendelson asking for a change of zoning on parcels of land
located South of Seven Mile Road beginning approximately 2,600' East of Newburgh
between Newburgh and Wayne Roads and situated in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 8
from AG-B to R-1-A. Mr. Leonard Simon, Attorney for petitioner and Mr. Herald
Hamill were present.
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Mr. Arthur Fisher, 30408 Hoy Avenue, representing the Federation of Civic Assoc.,
stated that a petition has been submitted sometime ago in relation to this area in
the present petition, asking that this area be rezoned to RU and R-1 in order to
retain this property for larger lots. There has been a hearing on the petition but
no decision has been made to date.
Mr. Kane was requested to read Mr. Albe Munson's recommendation in relation to this
petition.
Mr. Marsha stated that the Planning Consultant has stated that this should be a RU
type district for larger lot area. lir. Simon objected to the large lot area as
suggested due to the cost of property at the present time and stated also that in
the plat submitted that approximately 52% of the lots were 604 wide but that the
remairder of the lots were 804 and 904 wide.
Mr. Walker felt that i?A.re should be some land area in Livonia which should be
rezoned for larger land lots.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson, supported by Mr. Walker and unanimously
adopted, it was
#8-196-58 RW OLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
Petition Z-296 as submitted by R. J. Mendelssohn and Merrie
Mendelson for a change of zoning in the Northeast 1/4 of Section
8 from AG-B to R-1-A, the City Planning Commission does hereby
recommend to the City Council that Petition Z-296 be denied
because the Commission is contemplating rezoning this particular
area for RU zoning, and as per Mr. Albe Munson's recommendation
dated July 29, 1958, R-1 in this section would be incompatible
in the overall land use pattern, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in the
official newspaper, The Livonian under date of Uly 31, 1958, and
notice of which hearing was sent to The Detroit Edison Company,
Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company, Michigan Bell Telephone Company,
The Consumers Power Company, City Departments and petitioners as
listed in the Proof of Service.
The Chairman declared the motion is carried and the foregoing petition is denied.
The secretary announced the next item on the agenda was Petition No. Z-298 by
Judge James Canham in behalf of Margaret Osmun asking for a change of v'ning on
parcels of land located on the East side of Middlebelt Road approximately 1154 South
of Grandy venue in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 36 from RUFB to R-2.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson, supported by Mr. Peacock and unanimously
carried, it was
#8-197-58 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
Petition Z-298 as submitted by Judge James Canham in behalf of
Margaret Osmun for a change of zoning in the Southwest 1/4 of
1[40 Section 36 from RUFB to R-2, the City Planning Commission does
hereby recommend to the City Council that Petition No. Z-298 be
granted, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in the
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official newspaper, The Livonian, under date of July 31, 1958 and
notice of which hearing was sent to The Detroit Edison Company,
Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company, Michigan Bell lulephone Company,
The Consumers Power Company, City Departments and petitioner as
listed in the Proof of Service.
The Chairman declared the motion is carried and petition is granted.
The secretary annou: cod the next item on the agenda was Petition Z-302 by David
Lewis asking for a .:range of zoning on a parcel of land located on the Southeast
corner of West Chicago Road and Middlebelt Road in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 36
from RUFB to Ps. Mr. David Lewis was present.
Mr. Peacock stated that he had been informed by the attorneys for the residents in
the subdivision that at the time they purchased their homes that this property
would be rezoned to R-2.
Mr. Guy Holwig, 29147 West Chicago stated that he knew of no such agreement but
he objected to petition because of the proposed service driveway which would be
lactated next io the side yard of the homes in the sub division. Stated he felt there
was ample room on Middlebelt Road without putting this drive next to a residence.
Also, .. the time the subdivision was developed, it was stated that single
dwellings would be erected on Middlebelt Road.
1r . .: C , stated they did not feel that single dwellings were appropriate facing
middlebelt Road.
Mr. William Pratt, 29174 Hathaway stated his objections to clinics and the fact
that the subdivision developer had stated that this outlot would be left graded
and seeded.
Mr. Walker stated he felt that I'Iiddlebelt Road would be undesirable for homes fac-
ing it. Felt that it would be more appropriate to use this property for
professional services or as commercial. Felt City Planner should investigate and
give Commission his recommendation.
Mr. Robinson stated that he felt that the Commission was familiar enough with the
area and the problems involved and that it should act favorably on petition.
Mr. Anderson stated he concurred with Mr. Walker.
Mr. Pratt stated his only objection was to the service driveway that was planned.
Mr. Harsha asked Mr. Kane to take a poll on whether or not this item should be
acted upon tonight. The poll resulted in the following:
AYES: Okerstrom
NAYS: Anderson, Peacock, Walker, Robinson, Y,ane and Harsha
Mr. Harsha stated item would be taken under advisement.
1[0 The secretary announced the next item on the agenda was Petition Z-299 by Carey
Homes, Inc. asking for a change of zoning on parcel of land located on the Southeast
corner of Bretton Road and Middlebelt Rct.d in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 1,
from RUFB to R-1-B. Mr. Harry Wright was present representing Carey Homes, Inc.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Walker, seconded by Mr. Kane and unanimously
adopted, it was
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#8-198-58 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
Petition No. Z-299 as submitted by Carey Homes, Inc. for a
IC: change of zoning in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 1 from RUFB to
R-1-B, the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the
City Council that Petition No. Z-299 be granted, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in the
official newspaper, The Livonian under date of July 31, 1958 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 annourn ed the next item on the agenda was Petition Z-300 by Joseph and
Hannah B. Schultz asking for a change of zoning on parcel of land located on the
East side of Middlebelt Road approximately 500 feet South of Seven Mile Road in the
Northwest 1/4 of Section 12 from RUFB to C-2. There was no one present represent-
ing the petitioner.
Mr. Kane read Albe Munson's recommendation pertaining to item.
There was no one in the audience either in favor of or pposed to petition.
After ascertaining that there were no objections from the comm' ' 'cners, Mr. Harsha
stated item would be taken under advisement.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition V-33 by
Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Raschke requesting that the alley which runs from Dover Street
to Grandon Street in the Bonaparte Gardens Subdivision situated in the Southeast
1/4 of Section 35, be vacated.
The secretary read letters dated July 9, 1958 from the Engineering Department; -
dated August 11, 1958 from the Detroit Edison Company and dated August 8, 1958 from
Michigan Bell Telephone Company.
Upon a motion duly m: :e by Mr. Robinson, supported by Mr. Walker and unanimously
adopted, it was
#8-199-58 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
August 19, 1958 on Petition No. V-33 as submitted by
Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Raschke for the vacating of the alley which
runs from Dover Street to Grandon Street in the Bonaparte Gardens
Subdivision, situated in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 35, tie
City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the City
Council that Petition No. V-33 be granted for the full width of
the 184 easement, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in
the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of July 31, 1958
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,
petitioners, and abutting property owners as lie-ted in the Proof
of Service.
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The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition M-122 by
Joseph Kaufman requesting permission to install a cleaning plant on the South side
of Plymouth Road immediately East of Yale Avenue (if cut through) in the Northwest
1/4 of Section 33.
Mr. Kane read letter from adjoining property owner stating he had no objection to
the cleaning plant. It was ascertained that the petitioner had not filed the
necessary signatures of property owners of the frontage of all property within
three hundred feet of premises in petition.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson and supported by Mr. Kane, it was
#8-200-58 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
Tuesday, August 19, 1958, the City Planning Commission does
hereby table Petition M-122 of Joseph Kaufman requesting
permission to install a cleaning plant, until the petitioner
has submittRd the required signatures according to the Zoning
Ordinance, No. 60.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Okerstrom, Peacock, Walker, Robinson, Kane and Harsha
NAYS: Anderson
1[40 The Chairman declared the petition is taI. ed until necessary signatures have been
submitted.
The secretary annoufced that the next item on the agenda was Petition M-123 by
Norman L. Camp':ell, Campbell Sign Company requesting permission to erect four
64 x 124 flat metal signs to be erected on the back wall of building (Wrigley Super
Market) in the parking lot area only, and which signs would protrude 3" from the
wall (signs will advertise products sold within the store) located on the Southeast
corner of Plymouth and Farmington Roads in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 34.
Mr. Steward Waldron represented petitioner.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson, supported by Mr. Okerstrom and unanimously
adopted, it was
#8-201-58 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
Tuesday, August 19, 1958 the City Planning Commission does
hereby grant Petition M-123 of Norman L. Campbell, Campbell
Sign Company requesting permission to erect four 64 x 12' flat
metal signs to be erected on the back wall of building
(Wrigley Super Market) in the parking lot area only and which
signs would protrude 3" from the wall located on the Southeast
corner of Plymouth and Farmington Roads in the Northwest 1/4
of Section 34, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent to
Iro property owners within 500 feet, petitioner and City Depart-
ments as listed in the Proof of Service.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
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The secretary announced the next item on the agenda was Petition M-124 by
Norman L. CFmpbell, Campbell Sign Company requesting permission to erect four 61 x
121 flat metal signs to be erected on the side wall of building (Wrigley Super
Market) in the parking lot area only, and which signs would protrude 3" from the
wall (signs will advertise products sold within the store) located on the West
side of Inkster Road between Eight Mile Road and Grand River Avenue in the North-
east 1/4 of Section 1.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Okerstrom and supported by Mr. Peacock, it was
#8-202-58 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
Tuesday, August 19, 1958, the City Planning Commission does
hereby grant Petition M-124 of Norman L. Campbell, Campbell Sign
Company requesting permission to erect four 61 x 121 flat metal
signs, which signs would protrude 3" from the wall of Wrigley
Store located on the West side of :Aster Road between Eight
Mile Road and Grand hiver Avenue in the Northeast 1/4 of Section
1, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the abo ve 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 following:
AYES: Okerstrom, Peacock, Robinson and Kane
NAYS: Anderson, Walker and Harsha
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced the next item on the agenda was Petition M-125 by
M. M. Iyong,.j,,aVanWay Sign Company requesting permission to erect one wall sign
40" x 2 t h reflectors at 32139 Plymouth Road located on the Southeast corner
of Plymouth Road and Cranston Avenue in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 34, Lots 242
and 243, Rosedale Gardens Subditision, No. 1. Mr. Nowark was present representing
petitioner.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson and seconded by Mr. Walker, it was
##8-203-58 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
Tuesday, August 19, 1958 the City Planning Commission does
hereby grant Petition M-125 of M. M. Lyons, LaVanWay Sign
Company requesting permission to erect one wall sign 40" x 27' x
1" with reflectors at 32139 Plymouth Road located in the North-
east 1/4 of Section 34 (Lots 242 and 243, Rosedale Gardens Sub-
division, No. 1), 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.
1[0 A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Okerstrom, Peacock, Walker, Robinson, Kane and Harsha
NAYS: Anderson
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted and called a ten minute
recess at approximately 9:30 p.Tn.
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Mr. Harsha called the meeting to order at 9:40 p.m. with all those present now
who were present at the beginning of the meeting.
The secretary announced the next item on the agenda was the proposed Marcy-Ann Sub-
division submitted by Gordon-Begin Investment Company, located East of Middlebelt
Road, South of Liyndon Road on the Southeast corner of Lyndon and Middlebelt Roads
in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 24. Preliminary approval given July 10, 1956;
extension given June 18, 1957. Repetition for re-affirmation of original approval.
Mr. Louis Begin was present representing Gordon-Begin Company.
It was ascertained that the plat had no changes since approval was given to the
preliminary plat.
Mr. Walker asked why petitioner hadn't asked for an extension of time rather than a
re-affirmation of original approval. Mr. Harsha explained that the time limit had
elapsed.
Mr. Peacock asked if they would be subject to any new ordinances in existence.
Mr. Pinto stated that this approval would be given subject to any new ordinances in
existence at the present time.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson and seconded by Mr. Kane, it was
#8-204-58 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
Tuesday, August 19, 1958 the City Planning Commission does
hereby give re-affirmation of original approval to the Marcy-Ann
Subdirision submitted by Gordon-Begin Investment Company located
in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 24, 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 to the Building Department, Super-
intendent of Schools, Fire Department, 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: Anderson, Peacock, Walker, Robinson, Kane and Harsha
NAYS: None
NOT VOTING: Okerstrom
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced the next item on the agenda was the proposed Lawr El Sub-
division submitted by Gordon-Begin Investment Company, located East of Middlebelt
Road approximately800' North of Schoolcraft Road between Meadowlark and Schoolcraft
Road in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 24. Preliminary approval July 10, 1958;
extension given June 18, 1957. Repetition for re-affirmation of original approval.
Mr. Louis Begin representing Lawr-E1 Subdivision was present.
Mr. Okerstrom stated he felt that there should be a suitable radius by Lot 55 on the
corner of Garden and Kenwood and that Mr. Anderson questions the street called
I[: Garden Road. Stated throughout the City the street is called Garden and not
C&.rden Road.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Walker, supported by Mr. Kane and unanimously
adopted, it was
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#8-205-58 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
Tuesday, August 19, 1958, the City Planning Commission does
hereby give re-affirmation of original approval to the IawrEl
Subdivision located East of Middlebelt Road approximately 800'
North of Schoolcraft Road between Meadowlark and Schoolcraft
Roads in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 24 subject iw the following
conditions:
(1) That a suitable radius be taken off the corner of Garden
and Kenwood (Lot 55), and
(2) That Garden Road be changed to Garden, 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 to the Building Department, Super-
intendent of Schools, Fire Department, Police Department, Parks
and Recreation Department and members of the Plat Committee.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced the next item on the agenda was the proposed Mar-Git Sub-
division submitted by Gordon-Begin Investment Company located approximately 1,300'
East of Middlebelt Road approximately 6004 North of Schoolcraft Road in the South-
west 1/4 of Section 24. Preliminary approval July 10, 1956; extension given
June 18, 1957. Repetition for re-affirmation of original approval. Mr. Begin
I[: was present representing Mar-Git Subdivision.
Mr. Gordon, 29270 Meadowlark Street, stated that the property owre rs living on
Meadowlark request that the street Meadowlark be turned in such a way so as to keep
the traffic off of it coming from the nearby race track.
Mr. Robinson stated that he wished to state that the street as shown on plat had bees
requested by both the Police and Fire Departments of the City of Livonia in order
that an ingress and egress could be had from the subdivision.
Mr. Walker suggested that the property ownrs meet with the Traffic Commission to see
if something could be done in regard to having a light or stop sign erected in order
to control any additional traffic.
Mr. Gordon asked if they would be allowed to tk with the Traffic Commission and the
Police Department before the Planning Commission acted upon this plat.
Mr. Robinson stated he felt that the Planning Commission should give these property
owners an opportunity to meet with the Traffic Commission. Mr. Okerstrom concurred
with Mr. Robinson's suggestion and asked if this plat is approved would it
automatically become a R-1-A zone although at present the majority is in a R-3 zone.
Mr. Robinson asked Mr. Begin if he intended to use it as a R-1-A use. Mr. Begin
stated he would not want to make a flat statement. Mr. Robinson asked if he would
be willing to change it - Mr. Begin answered he wouldn't.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson, supported by Mr. Anderson and unanimously
adopted, it was
#8-206-58 RESOLVED that, proposed Mar-Git Subdivision located in the South-
west 1/4 of Section 24 be tabled until the next Regular Meeting,
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September 9, 1958, to allow the adjoining property owners to
meet with the Traffic Commission and return at that time to
inform the Commission as to what decisioim has been made.
Mr. Pinto asked if the expiration date on above plat had been checked. It was
ascertained that the expiration date was September 18. Mr. Begin stated they would
be willing to waive the 60 day period for 30 days.
The Chairman declared the item is tabled until the next regular meeting schedul,d
for September 9, 1958.
The secretary announced the next item on the agenda was the proposed Belle Mar Sub-
division submitted by Gordon-Begin Investment Company, located South of Lyndon, West
of Middlebelt Road between Middlebelt and Henry Ruff Roads in the Southeast 1/4,of
Section 23. Preliminary approval July 10, 1956; extension given June 18, 1957.
Repetition for re-affirmation of original approval.
Mr. Begin, representing Gordon-Begin Investment Company, stated there were no
changes since the original approval was given.
Mr. Fisher, 30408 Hoy questioned 992 depth of some of the lots.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Kane and seconded by Mr. Robinson, it was
#8-207-58 RESOLVED THAT, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held Tuesday
August 19, 1958, the City Planning Commission does hereby give
re-affirmation of original approval to the Belle Mar Subdivision
located in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 23, 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 to the Building Department, Super-
intendent of Schools, Fire Department, Police Department, Parks
and Recreation Department and members of the Plat Committee.
Mr. Anderson stated he felt that a statement to the effect that the builder should
be required to place his house on the 99' lots in such a way that a garage could be
placed next to the house, should be included in the c .i Mr. Pinto stated the
Commission can only approve the size of the lot and whetner it does or does not
conform to the Zoning Ord: .'nce.
A roll call vote on Resolution No. 8-207-58 made by Mr. Kane and seconded by
Mr. Robinson resulted in the following:
AYES: Okerstrom, Anderson, Pe •rk, Walker, Robinson, Kane and Harsha
NAYS: None
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced the next item on the agenda was the proposed !et Manor
I[: Subdivision submitted by Spalding, DeDecker & Associates on behalf of the Jupiter
Construction Company, located on the North side of Six Mile Road, East of Merriman
Road approximately 2,0004 West of Middlebelt Road situated in the Southeast and
Southwest 1/4 of Section 11. Date submitted: July 1, 1958. Mr. Vernon !laid-la-71
Engineer 'or builder was present.
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Mr. Harsha, Chairman of the Plat Committee submitted the committee's report.
Stated that Lots 204 and 205 were too small; questioned the houses which would be
facing Marble Lane, stated it appeared that they would face side yards between
Lots 85 and 88; the plat does not show the proper surrounding subdivisions and area,
stating it wasn't clear where the school and park site was located; Marble Lane
should be Melvin in order that it may conform with Melvin Street in the subdivisions
on the adjoining property. Inquired as to whether or not the property had been
rezoned R-1-A. It was ascertained that it had been approved by the city Council but
had not been officially published. Mr. Pinto stated that if it has not been
published, that the Commission cannot properly act upon this plat.
The secretary read recommendation from Mr. Albe Munson and also from the Bureau of
Inspection, Fire Department and property owners, Mr. and Mrs. Johnson.
Mr. Harsha asked if this plat could be tabled until such time zoning is official.
Mr. Pinto again stated that the extension of time must be given by the developer.
Mr. Spalding stated the complete subdivision will be divided at a later date after
the preliminary approval is given to the whole subdivision.
Mr. Okerstrom stated that he felt Lot 173 was undersized.
Mr. Buxtom stated they had no objection to proposed subdivision. Asked if the
property facing Six Mile Road would remain R-1 and not be chanted to commercial.
It was ascertained it would remain R-1.
1[41 Mr. Robinson felt that the plat should be referred back to the developer and a
revised plat with corrections submitted to the Commission.
Mr. Spalding stated they had no objections to signing a waiver for sixty days.
Mr. Harsha stated that Mr. S;aLding should be given a copy of the suggestions
made tonight along with a copy of Mr. Albe Munson's recommendations.
Mr. Robinson stated that a verbal extension of time should be .Haven at this time by
the developer since the expiration date is so close. Mr. Frsiding_ stated he would
give a thirty day waiver now and include in a letter to the Commission a 60 day
waiver.
Mr. Okerstrom questioned the length of Brookview Drive.
Mr. Sksldin asked who they were to see in regard to the park and school site.
Mr. Pinto stated that the Council had a Joint Recreation and School Committee.
Suggested Mr. Spalding contact either Mr. Salvadore or Mr. McCann and they could
assibt him with this problem.
Upon a & don duly made by Mr. Robinson, supported by Mr. Walker and unanimously
adopted, it was
#8-208-58 RESOLVED that, Sunset Manor Subdivision submitted by Spalding,
DeDecker & Associates located in the South 1/2 of Section 11,
1[40 be tabled until the petitioner has submitted a revised plat
and that no action can be taken at this time because the rezon-
ing has not been officially made.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
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The secretary announced the next item on the agenda was the proposed Industrial
Subdivision submitted by Fred P. Pearson, located West of Stark Road approximately
251 feet North of the Chesapeake & Ohio Railway in the North 1/2 of Section 28.
Date submitted: July 29, 1958. Mr. Pearson was present.
Mr. Kane read communications from the Fire Department, Bureau of Inspection
and recommendation by Mr. Albe Munson.
Mr. Pearson stated he submitted his plat to determine the opinion of the Commission.
Mr. Harsha stated the long range study shows that this area would be best suitable
for M-2 zoning although at present it is zoned M-1. The lots in pr.posed subdivisic
do not give much space for a building after the side, rear and front yard
requirements have been met.
Mr. Walker stated there was a proposed industrial road which would be located
approximately 600? South of Schoolcraft Road. Su ,gested that it may be wise for
the petitioner to wait until the proposed road is designated.
Mr. Beverly Poole objected to the subdivision in relation to the off-street parking.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Walker, supported by Mr. Peacock and unanimou3ly
carried, it was
#8-209-58 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
Tuesday, August 19, 1958 on the proposed Industrial Subdivision
located in the Northeast and Northwest 1/4 of Section 28, the
I[: City Planning Commission does hereby deny approval to said
proposed subdivision because the plat does not meet the re-
quirements of the Zoning Ordinance pertaining to industries;
the size of the lots do not appear to be large enough to warrant
a large enough plant which is necessary to light industry, 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 to the Building Department, Super-
intendent of Schools, Fire Department, Police Department, Parks
and Recreation Department and Members of the Plat Committee.
The Chairman declared the motion is carried and the proposed Industrial Subdivision
is denied.
The secretary announced the next item on the agenda is Petition Z-303 by the City
Planning Commission on its own motion to determine whether or not to amend Sub-
section (b) of Section 10.02 of Article 10.00 of the Zoning Ordinance, Ordinance
No. 60 as amended, entitled "Zoning Ordinance of the City of Livonia".
Mr. Harsha asked the Secretary to read the proposed change in Ordinance.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson, supported by Mr. Kane and unanimcC ly
I[: adopted, it was
#8-210-58 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
Tuesday, August 19, 1958, on Petition Z-303 by the City Planning
Commission on its own motion to determine whe‘her or not to amend
Sub-section (b) of Section 10.02 of Article 10.00 of the Zoning
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Ordinance, Ordinance No. 60 as amended, entitled, "Zoning
Ordinance of the City of Livonia", the City Planning
Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council that
Petition Z• 303 be granted, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published
in the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of
July 31, 1958 and notice of which hearing was sent to The
Detroit Edison Company, Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company,
Michigan Bell Telephone Company, The Consumer Power Company,
and City Departments as listed in the Proof of Service.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced the next item on the agenda is Petition Z-309 by the City
Planning Commission on its own motion on the question whether or not to rezone
parcel of land located on the East side of Middlebelt Road approximately 3609 North
of Seven Mile Road in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 1 from RUFB to C-2.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Walker and supported by Mr. Anderson, it was
#8-211-58 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
Tuesday, August 19, 1958 on Petition Z-309 by the City Planning
Commission on its own motion to determine whether or not to
rezone parcel of land located on the East side of Middlebelt Road
in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 1 from RUFB to C-2, the City
1[41 Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council
that Petition Z-309 be granted, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in the
official newspaper, The Livonian under date of July 31, 1958 and
nc- 'ce of which hearing was sent to The Detroit Edison Company,
Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company, Michigan Bell Telephone Company,
The Consumer Power Company, and City Departments as listed in the
Proof of Service.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resclLtion resulted in the following:
AYES: Okerstrom, Anderson, Peacock, Walker, Kane and Harsha
NAYS: Robinson
The Chairman declared the resolution adopted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson, supported by Mr. Kane and unanimously
adopted, it was
#8-212-58 RESOLVED that, this Public Hearing be adjourned at approxi-
mately 11:30 p.m.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted and called the 94th Regular
Meeting to order with all those present who were present at the Public Hearing.
It was agreed by the Commission to defer from the regular procedure and proceed with
Items 26, 24, and 22 respectively in order that those welting in the audience would
not have to be detained any longer.
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The s. retary announced the next itez4 on the agenda was Petition Z-290 by Daniel
and Patricia Bourdas asking for a chsnge of zoning on parcels of land located on
the South side of Six Mile Road East and West of Henry Ruff Road in the Northeast
1/4 of Section 14. Mr. Charest, Attorney for Mr. and Mrs. Bourdas was present.
Mr. Charest stated he wished to inform those party owners who were present who
were interested in this petition, that the petition has been amended so that a
smaller portion of property is being considered for rezoning and not the entire
parcel as originally submitted.
Mr. Okerstrom stated that in view of the fact that the petition has been changed,
he feels that these people should be allowed to speak at this time.
Mr. Schott, 30019 Six Mile Road stated that the property owners in back, next to
and across the st•eet from the property in petition, objected to this change of
zoning. Felt that it would not be an asset to the neighborhood and considered this
to be spot zoning.
Mr. Charest stated he felt that nothing has been done on the property but to
beautify it. The reason for this rezoning is in order to expand for banquet
facilities. Will dedicate property for Henry Ruff Road if and when it is cut thru4.
Mr. Robinson inquired if a request for C-1 would be more suitable than a C-2.
Mr. Charest replied he believed that a C-2 zoning was required due to the
liquor facilities. Would be glad to request C-1 instead of C-2 if it is allowed.
Mr. Pinto stated he did not feel he should commit himself without further
investigation, but believed that this would require a C-2 zoning.
1110 Mr. Robinson stated that until this point is cleared up, he did not feel that he
could vote on the item.
As there was no ,::,jection from the commission, Mr. Marsha declared that this
item would be taken under advisement.
The secretary announced the next item on the agenda is Petition M-114 by
Standard Oil Company, Inc. requesting permission to erect a two stall gasoline and
oil service station on the North side of Six Mile Road on the Northwest corner of
Six Mile and Farmington Roads and situated in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 10.
Public Hearing June 3, 1958, item taken under advisement; Special Meeting
July 1, 1958, item taken under advisement until Re-evaluation of Zoning Study
is completed. Mr. Gardner was present.
Mr. Peacock stated that on the Re-evaluation of Zoning Study Map, it shows that the
area in thepetition is planned for large residential lots on that corner.
Mr. Walker stated that at the last meeting it was stated that the Commission was
going to receive more information from the Planning Consultant in accordance with
this zoning.
Mr. Marsha requested the Secretary to read the recommendation from Mr. Albe Munson.
Mr. Gardner felt that the commer•ial area on the Southwest corner will not be large
1[40 enough to take care of a shopping center and a gasoline station.
Mr. Walker asked the City Planner, Mr. McCullough his feelings. Mr. McCullough
stated he agreed with Mr. Munson.
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Upon a motion duly made by Ar. Peacock and supported by Mr. Robinson, it was
#8-213-58 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
Tuesday, June 3, 1958, the City Planning Commission does
hereby deny Petition M-114 of the Standard Oil Company
requesting permission to erect a two stall gasoline and oil
service station on the Northeast corner of Six Mile and
Farmington Roads and situated in the Southwest 1/4 of Section
10, on the basis of Mr. Albe Munson's recent re-evaluation of
Zoning Study and the agreement of Mr. D. McCullough, City
Planner to this study, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent to
property owners within 500 feet, petitioner and City Depart-
ments as listed in the Proof of Service.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Okerstrom, Anderson, Peacock, Robinson, Kane and Harsha
NAYS: Walker
The Chairman declared the motion is carried and the petition is denied.
The secretary announced the next item on the agenda is the final approval of the
Schulgren Subdivision located between Ann Arbor Trail and Joy Road East of New-
burgh Road in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 32. Preliminary approval given
September 17, 1957; extension of one year given April 15, 1958. Submitted by:
Green Bros.
1[410 Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Kane and supported by Mr. Walker, it was
#8-214-58 RESOLVED that, final plat of the Schulgren Subdivision located in
the Southwest 1/4 of Section 32 be given final approval, and
FURTHER RESOLVED,inasmuch as it appears on the records that
tentative approval of said proposed plat was given by the City
Planning Commission September 17, 1957; and it further appearing
that said proposed plat together with the plans and
specifications for improvements therein have been approved by the
Department of Public Works under date of May 5, 1958; and it
further appearing that a bond in the amount of $188,000 to cover
the installation of improvements has been filed in the office of
the City Clerk under date of August 13, 1958; such bond having
been approved by ;' arles Pinto, Assistant City Attorney on
August 12, 1958; it would therefore appear that all the conditions
necessary to the release of building permits have been met and the
Building Department is hereby so notified.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Okerstrom, Anderson, Peacock, Walker, Kane and Harsha
NAYS: Robinson
The Chairman declared the foregoi'-g resolution is adopted.
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The secretary announced the next item on the agenda was Petition M-118 by
Socony Mobil Oil Company, Inc. requesting permission to erect a gasoline service
station on the Northwest corner of Six Mile Road and Farmington Road and
1[40 situated in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 9. Public Hearing July 15, 1958; item
taken under advisement until Re-evaluation of Zoning Study is completed.
Mr. Thomas G. Pence was present.
Mr. Pence stated if this petition is denied as a previous petition was tonight, he
objected its being denied on the basis of a proposed plan which has not been
legally adopted.
Mr. Louis Schrobner, McQuade Investment Company, stated his objection also.
Mr. Harsha stated that it is the Planning Commission's duty to plan ahead for the
City and that was the intention of the proposed Master Pattern Plan. Because of
this, the Commission has found that changes will have to be made as the pattern is
followed, and it may be that some of these changes will hurt some people.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Peacock and supported by Mr. Robinson, it was
#8-215-58 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
Tuesday, August 19, 1958, the City Planni g Commission does
hereby deny Petition M-118 by the Socony Mobil Oil Company
requesting permission to erect a gasoline service station on
the Northwest corner of Six Mile and Farmington Roads and
situated in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 9, on the basis of
Mr. Albe Munson's recent Re-evaluation of Zoning Study and
the agreement of Mr. D. McCullough, City Planner to this
110 study, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent to
property owners within 500 feet, petitioner and City Depart-
ments as listed in the Proof of Service.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Okerstrom, Anderson, Peacock, Robinson, Kane and Harsha
NAYS: Walker
The Chairman deck red the foregoing resolution adopted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Walker and supported by Mr. Robinson, it was
#8-216-58 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
July 15, 1958 on Petition Z-214a as submitted by Dr. Harley J.
Robinson, Ardmore Convalescent Homes for a change of zoning in
the West 1/2 of Section 3 from RUFB to PS, the City Planning
Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council that
Petition Z-214a be granted, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in
the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of June 26,
Irif 1958 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,
petitioner as listed in the Proof of Service.
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A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Okerstrom, Anderson, Peacock and Walker
NAYS: Robinson, Kane and Harsha
I[: The Chairman declared the motion is carried and petition is granted.
Mr. Robinson stated he wished to make a motion to rescind the foregoing resolution
in order to request the petitioner to amend his petition to ask for a smaller depth
rather than the 1,3004 that is presently being asked.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson and supported by Mr. Kane, it was
RESOLVED that, Resolution No. 8-21 . -58 adopted by the City Plan-
ning Commission August 19, 1958 pertaining to Petition Z-214a
by Dr. Harley J. Robinson, asking for a change of zoning in the
Southwest 1/4 and Northwest 1/4 of Section 3 from RUFB to PS is
hereby rescinded in order to request petitioner to amend his
petition to ask for a smaller depth rather than the 1,3004 that
is being asked.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Robinson, Kane and Harsha
NAYS: Okerstrom, Anderson, Peacock and Walker
The Chairman declarethat the first resolution (##8-216-58) stands as it was adopted
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson, supported by Mr. Walker and unanimously
carried, it was
#8-217-58 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
Tuesday, July 15, 1958 on Petition Z-293 as submitted by Guy D.
Morris and Josephine A. Morris for a change of zoning in the
Northeast 1/4 of Section 9 from C-1 to C-2, the City Planning
Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council that
Petition Z-293 be denied because this zoning of C-2 would be
located in the center of an existing C-1 district which would
result in spot zoning, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in
the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of June 26,
1958 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.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced the next item on the agenda was Petition M-117 by
Joseph A. Morris requesting permission to remodel and open a Dairy Bar in the
building located on Lot 34 located on the South side of Seven Mil*. Road approxi-
mately 5004 West of Farmington Road and situated in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 9.
Public Hearing July 15, 1958, item taken under advisement; Study Meeting Ju.;y 22,
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Mr. Robinson stated he felt that this item should be taken under advisement until
the City Council has taken action on the zoning of the previous Petition Z-293.
As there was no objection from the commission, Mr. Harsha declared this item
will be taken under advisement.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson, supported by Mr. Kane and unanimously
carried, it was
#8-218-58 RESOLVED that, final plat of the Butler Hills Subdivision located
in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 11 be given final approval, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, inasmuch as it appears on the records that
tentative approval of said proposed plat was given by the City
Planning Commission May 20, 1958; and it further appearing that
said proposed plat together with the plans and specifications
for improvements therein have been approved by the Department
of Public Works under date of July 3, 1958; and it further appear-
ing that a bond in the amount of $89,000.00 to cover the
installation of improvements has been filed in the office of the
City Clerk under date of August 19, 1958; such bond having been
apprmed by Charles J. Pinto, Assistant City Attorney on August 19,
1958 it would therefore appear that all the 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.
The secretary announced the next item on the agenda was a motion by the City Plan-
ning Commission to hold Public HE: :. 'ng bo determine whether or not Section 4.45 of
Article 4.00 of the Zoning Ordinance, Ordinance No. 60 should be amended (Section
4.45 - Protective Walls).
Mr. Kane read letter from Councilman Kleinert regarding a proposed greenbelt at the
Wonderland Shopping Center located at Plymouth and Middle elt Roads.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson, supported by Mr. Anderson and unaiimously
adopted, it was
#8-219-58 RESOLVED that, pursuant to Section 20.01 Subsection (b) of Zoning
Ordinance No. 60 of the City of Livonia, The City Planning
Commission does on its own motion hereby determine that there
shall be a Public Hearing to determine whether or not Section 4.45
of Article 4.00 of the Zoning Ordinance, Ordinance No. 60 should
be amended to read as follows:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 4.45 OF ARTIC:.
4.00 OF ORDINANCE NO. 60, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED
"ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LIVONIA."
THE CITY OF LIVONIA ORDAINS:
Section 1. Section 4.45 of Article 4.00 of Ordinance No. 60, as
amended, entitled "Zoning Ordinance of theCity of Livonia," is
hereby amended to read as follows:
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Section 4.45 Protective Walls. Notwithstanding other
provisions of this ordinance where off-street parking areas
or rear yards of commercial properties adjoin or are con-
a tiguous to any residential district or districts, the owner
shall provide and construct a continuous, unpierced and
reinforced poured concrete, or hardburned brick wall not less
`an five (5) feet nor more than six (6) feet in height to
adequately screen such parking or commercial district from
abutting residential districts, the height of said wall to be
measured from the surface of the parking or commercial lot.
Such wall shall be constructed on the rear easement line
rather than on the rear lot line of the particular commercial
property; provided, however, that where the construction of
such wall on a rear easement line will work a hardship on a
particular property owner ' ecause of the location and size of
such easement or for any other special circumstance, this
requirement may be modified by the Zoning Board of Appeals.
All plans and specifications of such wall shall be submitted
to the Division of Engineering of theDepartment of Public Works
for their approval and such wall shall be constructed in
strict accordance with the plans and specifications of that
department. The Construction of such wall shall not be
commenced until a building permit ::as been secured from the
Bureau of Inspection. It shall be the responsibility of the
• ' the premises on which any protective wall is located
to maintain and keep the area between such protective wall and
the rear lot line of such property free and clear of any
debris, trash, weeds and waste of any material and at all times
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to keep such area in a neat, clean and orderly fashion.
Section 2. All ordinances r parts of ordinances in conflict here-
with are hereby repealed only to the extent necessary to give this
ordinance full force and effect.
Section 3. Should any portion of this ordinance be held invali
for any reason, such holding shall not be construed as affecting
the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance.
that a hearing be held and that notice be given as provided in
Section 20.01 of the Zoni o 'rdinance, Ordinance No. 60 of the
City of Livonia, and that there shall be submitted a report and
recommendation thereon to the City Council.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
It was decided by the Commission that a letter will be sent to the developer of the
Wonderland Shopping Center and Councilman Kleinert in order that they may be in-
formed of what action was taken tonight in relation to Protective Walls.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Kane Ind ssccnded t: it Arid
#8-220-58 RESOLVED that, statement of Albe Munson in the amount of $56
and $2,640.40 i s hereby approved and forwared to the proper
department for payment and that Albe Munson be notified of a
discrepancy in the statement of the Re-evaluation of the
Zoning Study.
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A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Okerstrom, Anderson, Peacock, Kane, Walker, Robinson
and Marsha
IL:
NAYS: None
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
'on a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson -eccndc• ^� it
#8-221-58 RESOLVED that, statement of The Livonian in the amount of
$56.10 is hereby approved and will be forwarded to the
proper department for payment.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Okerstrom, Anderson, Peacock, Kane, Walker, Robinson
and Marsha
PAYS: None
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Okerstrom, supported by Mr. Peacock and unanimously
adopted, it was
#8-222-58 RESOLVED that, the Regular Meeting of September 16, 1958 will
be held on Tuesday, September 9, 1958.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read letter from William N. Ponder, City Attorney dated July 24, 1958
regarding Term of Office for Chairman of City Planning Commission. 'er is
to be placed on file.
At this time Mr. William R. Robinsons resignation e.5 ':;.airman of the City Planning
Commission was submitted for the records.
The secretary read a letter from William N. Ponder, City Attorney dated July 31,
1958 regarding a proposed school site in the proposed Castle Gardens Subdivision
It was decided to send a copy of this letter to the Livonia School Board and the
Department of Parks and Recreation.
The secretary announced the next item on the agenda was Petition No. Z-294, pursuant
to request of the City Council, the City Planning Commission initiated on its own
motion whether or not to amend Section 4.05 of Article 4.00 (Minimum lot size).
Public Hearing July 15, 1958, taken under advisement; Study Meeting July 29, 1958.
Councilman McCann was present.
Mr. Peacock stated he felt that this proposed Ordinance would create a hardship on
the purchasers of new homes and the builders
Mr. Robinson felt that since the City Planning Commission is contemplating rezoning
Ire a large portion of the Northwest part of theCity to large lots it did n.'t seem
necessary to have this zoning ordinance change.
Mr. McCann stated that this Ordinance would not pertain to an existing plat but if
the property is not developed, felt that any new plats should require 704 lots so
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the homes would not be erected so close together. Felt that ranch type and tri-
level homes being erected today required a larger lot.
110 Mr. Anderson stated that the side yard requirements should be amended in order that
homes are not erected so close together.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson, supported by Mr. Kane and unanimously
adopted, it was
#8-223-58 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
on Tuesday, July 15, 1958 on Petition Z-294 pursuant to request
of the City Council, the City Planning Commissic-i on its own
motion to determine whether or not to amend Section 4.05 of
Article 4.00 of the Zoning Ordinance, the City Planning
Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council that
Petition Z-294 be denied for the following reasons:
(1) It would tend to unduly increase the cost of new homes;
(2) The end sought to be achieved by the proposal might be
accomplished by modifying our present side yard
requ!rcments;
(3) The Planning Commission is presently studying the feasi-
bility of recommending to the City Council a comprehensive
amendment to the Zoning Ordinance in conformity with the
proposed Master Pattern which, if adopted, would require
larger lots particularly in the Northw: st sector of the City,
thus alleviating in part the need for this change. More
particularly the Planning Commission will conduct a Public
I[: Hearing on October 7, 1958 dealing with Sections 9, 10, 11
and the North halves of Sections 14, 15, and 16, a large
portion of which is proposed as RL which would require
9,600 square ft. lots. Another portion therein is proposed
to be rezoned to RUF which will require one-half acre lot
sizes. The subsequent Public Hearing will deal with
Sections 5, 6, 7, 8 and the North halves of Sections 17
and 18 almost all of which are proposed to be rezoned
large lots, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in the
official newspaper, The Livonian under date of June 26, 1958 and
notice of which hearing was sent to The Detroit Edison Company,
Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company, Michigan Bell Telephone Company,
The Consumer Power Company and City Departments as listed in the
Proo f of Service.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
At this time Mr. Harsha, Vice-Chaicu.sn stated that the election of a Chairman,
Vice-Chairman, Secretary of the City Planning Commission should be held at the
next meeting, September 9, 1958 and that nominations were open at this time for
this election.
The following nomination was made for Chairman:
Mr. Robinson nominated Robert Angevine
The following nomination was made for Vice-Chairman:
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Mr. Walker nominated P. Paul Harsha
The follov:"'g nominations were made for Secretary:
Mr. Robinson nominated Dennis Anderson; Mr. Anderson declined nomination
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Mr. Walker nominated Leonard Kane; Mr. Kane declined nomination
Mr. Kane nominated William Robinson
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Okerstrom, supported by Mr. Walker and unanimously
adopted, it was
#8-224-58 RESOLVED that, nominations for offices of the City Plan-
ning Commission be closed.
The Chairman declared the forega.ng resolution adopted.
There was a brief discussion on the proposed Industrial Road as submitted by
Albe Munson, Planning Consultant after he had investigated all objections submitted
by the property owners who were present at the mile by mile study me.tings of this
proposed road and the notes which had been taken at the time of the study meetings.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Kane, supported by Mr. Peacock and unanimously
adopted, it was
#8-225-58 RESOLVED that, the City Planning Commission on its own motion does
hereby provide for a Public Hearing to be held in the City Hall of
the City of Livonia, to determine whether or not the Master Plan
of the City of Livonia, more specifically Part I thereof called the
1[40 "Master Thoroughfare Plan", shall be amended by adding thereto the
designation of a proposed highway or thoroughfare 86' in width,
the centerline of which highway or thoroughfare will show on the
Master Plan as commencing at a point approximately 1,320 feet
South of Schoolcraft Road on the West side of Middlebelt Road
extending Westerly from such point approximately parallel with
Schoolcraft Road and to Newburgh Road and being generally located
no closer than 500 feet or farther than 1,300 feet from School-
craft Road; all of which property is located in the City of
Livonia, Town 1 South, Range 9 East, such designated roadway to
traverse the North 1/2 of Sections 26, 27, 28, and 29 of the City
of Livonia, and
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED that, notice of the time and place of said
meeting be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the
City of Livonia and that proper notice by registered mail be sent
to each public utility company and railroad company owning or
operating any public utility or railroad within this area of the
City of Livonia in accordance with the provisions of Act 285, of
the Public Acts of Michigan, 1931, as amended.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Robinson, supported by Mr. Kane and unanimously
adopted this 94th Regular Meeting was duly adjourned at 1:50 a.m., Wednesday,
August 20, 1958.
.tin hG-COMMISSION
ATTESTED: H. Paul Harsha, Vice-Chairman
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Leonard Kan , Secretary, pro tem