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4 MINUTES OF A PUBLIC HEARING AND THE
135TH REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY PLANNING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LIVONIA
On Tuesday, January 16, 1962 the City Planning Commission of the City of Livonia held
a public hearing and the 135th Regular Meeting at the Livonia City Hall, 33001 Five
Mile Road, Livonia, Michigan. Mr. Robert L. Angevine, Chairman, pro-tem called the
public hearing to order in the absence of Mr. Charles W. Walker, Chairman at approxi-
mately 8:20 p.m.
Members present: Arthur Samuels, Leonard K. Kane, W. E. Okerstrom and Angevine
Members absent : Dennis Anderson, James Cameron, Robert L. Greene, Charles
W. Walker and#James W. Watson, Jr.
Mr. David R. McCullough, City Planner and Mr. Charles Forrest, Assistant City Attorney
were present along with approximately 100 interested persons in the audience.
Mr. Angevine explained to the audience the reason for not starting the meeting at
8:00 p.m. It was necessary to have at least five members present in order to have
a quorum. The meeting would begin with only four members but it was understood that
another member would be present before a roll call is made.
Mr. McCullough: The first item on the agenda is the proposed Woodcreek Farms
' IL Subdivision located in the west half of Section 15 on the
east side of Farmington Road approximately 650 ft. north of
Rabyurn. Submitted by the Bonadeo Corporation.
Letters have been received from the Fire Department, Bureau
of Inspection,Livonia Public Schools; Dept. Parks & Recreation,
and the Police Department.
Mr. McCullough informed the commission and audience that a number of lots would
create problems in the positioning of the houses on said lots and that this should
be discussed with the inspection department before approval is granted to the sub-
division. Also, he would recommend that the developer preserve as many of the large
trees as possible.
#Mr. James W. Watson, Vice-Chairman, arrived at approximately 8:22 p.m. and presided
over the meeting for the balance of the evening.
Mr. James Bonadeo and Mr. Norman Cohn, attorney, were present.
Mr. McCullough asked if the homes on those lots having the double frontage, Farmington
and Hampshire, would face on Farmington or would they face on Hampshire? Mr. Cohn
answered they would front on Hampshire. Mr. Cohn also informed those present that
one detail not indicated on the plat was the fact that the entrance to the sub-
division is to be a boulevard, 86 ft. in width. The homes are to be in the $30,000
price range with the exception of lots along Bell Creek. These are to be in
excess of $30,000.00 because they are scenic and strategically located with regard
to the beauty spots of the area.
Mr. McCullough asked if they had purchased act
A fom ththefit owner?is Mr.dCohno this
that they had Outlot A under land contr and that part
proposed subdivision.
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There was a discussion as to whether or not it would be feasible cutting Woodring
or Shadyside through. at the southern end of the proposed subdivision in order to
alleviate any possible traffic problem at Myrna and Farmington.
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Mr. McCullough submitted stopping distances for different speeds in relation to the
intersection at Myrna and Farmington. He informed the commission there didn't appear
to be any real problem with sight distance concerning autos approaching from either
direction on Farmington Road.
Mr. Watson asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak?
Mr. T. Doman, 32863 Myrna, presented a sketch of the proposed subdivision with relation
to traffic .haaards in the vicinity of the Kristensen Estates which is located
immediately east of the proposed Woodcreek Farms Subdivision. He stated it was felt
that in a subdivision of the type proposed, there would be two cars per home and that
it would be safe to assume that 80% of the traffic from this subdivison would go
to Farmington Road. He continued by stating that the sight distance is quite adequate
at Myrna and Farmington but because of the level of the bank the only way to see from
the north and south will be to put the hood of the car onto Farmington Road and the
ten foot shoulder is not adequate at this point.
Mr. Doman stated that Myrna was used as a speedway for youngsters and because of the
sharp turn at Loveland and Myrna in the new subdivision, the youngsters would use
Myrna instead of Loveland. He suggested that Mr. Bonadeo take advantage of the two
accesses at the south of the plat, Woodring and Shadyside which are presently dead
1[40 ends. This would relieve a lot of traffic at Farmington Road. He explained that
it was felt there was no possiha ity of a light at Farmington Road and Myrna because
it would hold up traffic at the bridge and it would be very hard for trucks to come
to a stop as readily as cars due to the hill at this point. There is a possibility of
a light at Rayburn and Farmington.
Mr. Doman concluded by stating that this subdivisbn would be a credit to the community
but that the problems of traffic would have to be solved first. He agreed with Mr.
McCullough's suggestion in relation to saving as many of the large trees as possible
and sugggested that Loveland be made into a boulevard. He asked what type of roads
would be in this subdivision?
Mr. Bonadeo answered by stating that they would be concrete roads with a three inch
curb. Ordinarily the curbs were eight inches but in this subdivision it was thought
that only a three inch curb was necessary. He stated that he has found out that
black top roads were too costly to maintain.
The question was raised as to whether or not the schools were adequate to take care
of the children from this new subdivision. Mr. McCullough stated the school board
had informed them they could not see any problems in relation to the school site in
this area.
Mrs. Pauline Jenneman, 15920 Loveland asked if Loveland would be paved for the
complete length or just in front of the subdivision homes?
ILMr. Cohn stated that this had not been entirely determined as yet. At the present
time the ordinance requires all streets paved for the entire width but it is possible
that less than the full width could be paved especially if it would blend in with
the saving of the large trees. He continued by stating they were hoping to improve
the road where Rayburn begins north to Loveland so that it would have a continuous
rood improvement but that in the subdivision itself the road would be paved.
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reDr. Robert Stewart, 11329 Melrose stated he owned property north of Myrna immediately
east of the proposed subdivision. As shown on the plat, there would be six lots at
the west side of his planned home. He suggested that the depth of these lots be
increased so as to be able to preserve the present foliage between his property and
the lots in the subdivision. He felt if these lots didn't have sufficient depth
the owners would remove the foliage in order to be able to use the back yards.
The question was raised as to where the utilities would be located at the rear of
these lots.
Mr. Bonadeo answered that the utilities were to be underground and the water and
sewer lines would be in the street. Mr. Bonadeo informed Dr. Stewart that they
intended to preserve every possible tree in the background which would help to screen
his home from the others. As for garages, it is intended to build the garages onto
the side of the homes.
Mr. Cohn stated that each of the homes will have a two car garage. They are con-
forming to the zoning in the area which was established approximately eighteen months
ago. It was also felt that the value of the property will either meet or exceed the
value of the present property in the neighborhood.
Mr. Walter Smith, 32825 Myrna and Mr.John Schuell, 32190 Myrna objected to the
proposed subdivision because they felt it would result in an increased amount of
traffic on Myrna. They were concerned about the children who must now walk on
Myrna in order to go to school.
Mr. Arthur Bruckert, 16366 Bell Creek Lane stated that Outlot A 3 part of Bell Creek
Subdivision #1 platted in 1948. It is zoned RUFB for the reason that all the lots along
Eell Creek were to be large lots and it was intended to keep them at this size.
Mr. Bruckert stated they object to the smaller lots on the south side of Bell Creek
because they feel that this land should be subdivided more in conformity with what
is presently existing north of Bell Creek. He stated that the lots on the north
side of the creek go to the center of the creek but the lots on the south side are
platted away from the creek.
Mr. Cohn stated it was his belief that you are not allowed to plat in the flood plain.
It was their wish to convey this property to the city or to Wayne County. Another
reason for not platting into the flood plain was because the topography on the south
side is altogether different than what is on the north. The land lying north of
the creek is very low.
Mr. Bruckert stated that their subdivision would like to go on record objecting
to this property along the creek being used for anything but drainage. They are
against any of this area being used for park purposes. If the land is dedicated to
the city it should be stipulated that it be used only for drainage purposes.
Mr. Cohn stated if the Planning Commission approves the plat they would be agreeable
to having this as a condition to the approval.
1[40 Mr. Watson stated this item would be taken under advisement in order to study it
further and that the secretary is to notify Mr. Doman, Dr. Stewert and Mr. Bruckert
when this would be on the agenda for action.
Mr. McCullough: The next item on the agenda is Petition 2-540 by Bernard
Assemany who is requesting that the zoning classification on property
located on the east side of Middlebelt Road between Hathaway and
Minton in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 36 be rezoned from R-2 to PS.
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I[: Mr. Assemany was present along with the owner of the property in question, -
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Mr. John W. Maney, Jr. , developer of the proposed funeral parlor for the property in
question submitted a plot plan indicating how it is possible to park 25 cars on said
property in addition to the required parking as stated in the city ordinance. He
informed those present that the building would be of white brick with very little
frame work. It was proposed to erect a two story building but this was not necessary.
If it was preferred to have a one-story building he would change his plans.
Mr. Assemany explained that Outlot A has the professional clinic upon it. •Outlot
B and C in the present petition will be used for a funeral parlor if it is approved
for rezoning. Outlot C is to be used for parking purposes and the entire area will
be screened so as to protect the residential section. He felt this proposed funeral
parlor would add to the values of the surrounding subdivision. There were restrictions
on this outlot but they have been waived and are a matter of record.
Mr. Maney was asked how much this funeral parlor would cost. He answered approximately
$135,000.00 for the building alone. He explained that the entrance and exit would
be on Middlebelt so as to have a minimum of traffic on Minton and Hathaway. They
did not intend to have more than three funerals at the same time. Because of the
required protective wall, Mr. Maney did not feel that the residential homes at the
rear of the property would be able to see anything objectionable with regard to his
operation of the funeral home.
Mr. Watson asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak?
1[140 The question was asked if this would be a one or two story building?
Mr. Maney replied that they had planned on a two story but this would require a
variance from the Zoning Board of Appeals if they intended to live on the second
floor. He felt, however, that it would not bother him if it were only a one-story
building - he would make arrangements to live elsewhere.
Mr. John Pashkowsky, 29421 Hathaway submitted a petition containing 30 signatures
objecting to the petition.
Mr. Watson asked how many people in the audience objected to the proposed rezoning.
There were eight persons present. Hethen asked how many did not object. There were
seven persons present.
The question was asked if it was going to be possible to park 25 cars without going
on the side streets? Mr. Maney stated that with the parking space proposed, he
felt he would be able to park 75 cars without lining them on the side streets.
The question was then asked if it would be permissible to line up some cars on
Middlebelt? Mr. McCullough answered that ordinarily they were kept off of the streets.
Mr. Maney stated that he has been in this business for a good many years and from
experience they have not had to park cars on any streets.
1[4Mr. Samuels asked when the outlot north of the proposed area was rezoned to PS and
, at that time did the residents object to the PS Zone?
Mr. Guy Holwig, 29147 W. Chicago stated at that time the petitioner presented a
sketch of how the building was going to be situated and also what type building was
going to be built. The zoning was approved subject to the petitioner complying with
the sketch submitted. It had been rezoned to PS approximately 18 months ago.
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1[40 The question was raised as to deed restrictions upon the outlots. Mr. McCullough
stated the Planning Commission has been instructed that they cannot take into
consideration any matter involving deed restrictions. If the owners of the property
in the subdivision object to the property being used for at.ything other that what
is stipulated in the deed restrictions, they have the privilege of taking the
owner of the outlot to court. The City can do nothing.
Mr. Samuels asked the owner of the property when he had purchased the outlots and
if he knew at that time the outlots were zoned R-2? The owner stated he purchased the
outlots in 1958 and knew at that time they were zoned R-2 and also he knew he would
have difficulty to rezone these outlots.
Mr. Van Poperin, 29150 Hathaway stated he was concerned with cars on Minton and
Hathaway because at the present time people use these side streets in order to
get away from the W. Chicago light. He asked how many did he have laid out at one
time? Mr. Maney answered usually no more than two, they try to keep it one at a time
in order to get one funeral out of the way before another is ready. It is very seldom
that he has three at one time.
Mrs. Leo Parrey, 29161 Hathaway stated she lived three houses away from the area. She
asked if this petition was not approved, what else could be built upon the property?
Mr. McCullough stated it was zoned for R-2 which permitted two family dwellings,
duplexes, private museums, boarding, room and lodging houses ortourist homes.
Mrs. Parrey stated this would mean more transcient people. Mr. McCullough concurred.
The owners of property immediately east of the proposed funeral parlor stated they
had no objection to the funeral parlor, they would prefer it to something else.
Mr. R. Deb rhoe, 29185 Hathaway, owner of lot immediately east of the property in
question atnat at the present time there was a problem of the open field with
reference to rubbish being thrown in it. They would prefer the funeral parlor. As
for the parking problem he felt that the biggest crowds at the funeral parlor began
around 8:00 p.m. by which time most of the children in the area would be around
their own homes.
Mr. S. Petholsky, 29185 Minton asked if the deed restrictions were broken for these
outlots, did this mean they were broken for all the outlots?
Mr. Maney stated it would only be for the outlot involved in this petition.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Okerstrom, supported by Mr. Angevine, it was
#1-13-62 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
Petition Z-540 by Bernard Assemany for a change of zoning in the
Southwest 1/4 of Section 36 from R-2 to PS, the City Planning
Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council that Petition
Z-540 be granted, subject, however, to the following:
1[1: (1) that a protective wall be constructed between the PS zone
and the residential area; and
(2) that said funeral parlor will be built in a colonial style
consisting of one story; and
FURTHER, that said approval is granted for the following reasons:
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IL (a) it is immediately adjacent to an existing professional
services use;
(b) the traffic volumes between Joy Road and Plymouth Road exceeded
21,600 autos per day. This number will increase considerably. This
factor precludes residential uses for this land;
(c) the proposed funeral parlor is a dignified use which ought not
to adversely affect nearby residential land values, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the abotithe os g was published in
the official newspaper, The Livonia n er date of December 27,
1961, and notice of which hearing was sent to The Detroit Edison
Co. , Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Co. , Michigan Bell Telephone Co. ,
The Consumers 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: Angevine, Kane, Okerstrom and Watson
NAYS: Samuels
Mr. Watson: The motion is carried and the foregoing resolution is adopted.
Mr. McCullough: The next item on the agenda is Petition Z-534 by Thomas
Sinacola and Joseph J. Sinacola are requesting that the zoning classification
on property located on the east side of Purlingbrook Road approximately
400 ft. South of Eight Mile Road in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 2 be rezoned
from R-1A to M-1.
Mr. Mike Sinacola was present. He stated they are asking for this rezoning in order
to enlarge the present space fronting on Eight Mile Road. At one time this area
was platted into a subdivision but due to the sewer ban they had abandoned this
idea.
Mr. McCullough asked if there was a house situated on the property south of the
filling station on Purlingbrook and Eight Mile Road?
Mr. Sinacola stated there was but the house was built after the area was rezoned
to M-i.
Mr. Watson asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak?
Mr. John Cavanaugh,20441 Purlingbrook stated he wanted to go on record as objecting
to this rezoning. He said that the petitioner has large machinery, cranes and other
equipment in the present yard. There are also piles of junk. He continued by stating
that this proposed extension of M-1 will face the front of his house and that the
bus picks up the children at the corner of Purlingbrook and Eight Mile Road making
it necessary for these children to walk by the proposed yard. He felt this would
be dangerous for the chilren when the equipment was moved.
1[40 Mr. Sinacola stated that the entrance to his yard is on Eight Mile Road and that
the equipment is movedonly once a day. As for the junk, Mr. Sinacola stated that
this was an investment of thousands of dollars and would be fenced in.
Mr. McCullough stated that a petition signed by 45 people had been submitted request-
ing that the present M-1 line be kept as it is and also that the area south of the
M-1 be rezoned to RLA.
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Mr. Okerstrom suggested that this item be taken under advisement until Item #12
ILon the agenda was taken care of. This involved the rezoning of the north half of
Section 3.
Mr. Douglas Harma, 20281 Osmus objected to the M-1 rezoning but was in favor of
rezoning the RUF area to RLA.
Mr. Watson stated that this item would be taken under advisement until such time
that Item #12 was taken care of rather than denying this petition at this time.
Mr. Watson called a recess at approximately 10:05 p.m.
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Mr. Watson called the public hearing back to order at approximately 10:15 p.m. with
all those present now who were present at the time recess was called.
Mr. McCullough: The next item on the agenda is Petition Z-536 by John Uznis who
is requesting that the zoning be changed on property located on the east side of
Levan Road approximately 750 ft. south of Five Mile Road in the Northeast 1/4 of
Section 20 from R-1A to PS.
Mr. John Uznis was present.
It was ascertained this property was located opposite the St.Mary's Hospital and
IL south of an existing clinic. .
Mr. Uznis stated he wished to erect a medical clinic or professional service building.
He stated it was hard to know what to do with the property because it was located
across the street from the parking lot of the hospital. He did not feel it was good
residential property. There was approximately 100 ft. between his property and the
existing clinic.
Mr. Watson asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak?
Mr. Samuels stated he would like to examine the area again before making any decision.
Mr. Watson stated this item would be taken under advisement.
Mr. McCullough: The next item on the agenda is Petition Z-537 by Jack Liwazer,
Holtsman and Silverman who is requesting that the zoning on property located on the
south side of Schoolcraft Road approximately 400 ft. south of Schoolcraft and 422 ft.
west of Inkster in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 25 be changed from M-2 to C-2.
Mr. Holtzman and Mr. Silverman were present.
Mr. McCullough stated this rezoning had been requested because of the new amendment
prohibiting any commercial buildings in an industrial zone. The petitioner wishes
to build a drug store immediately west of the present Food Fair Super Market on the
premises.
I: Mr. Watson asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak?
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Kane, supported by Mr. Angevine, it was
#1-14-62 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
petition Z-537 by Jack Liwazer, Holtsman and Silverman for a
change of zoning in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 25 from M-2 to
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to C-2, the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the
City Council that Petition Z-537 be granted for the following
reasons:
(a) that the applicant is now prohibited from erecting a commercial
building just west of the Food Fair Building because it is zoned M-2.
This will enable him to proceed with construction; and
(b) this parcel faces the shopping center at the northwest corner
of Schoolcraft and Inkster, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in the
official newspaper, The Livonia City Post, under date of December
27, 1961 and notice of which hearing was sent to The Detroit Edison
Co. , Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Co. , Michigan Bell Telephone Co. , The
Consumers 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: Samuels, Angevine, Kane, Okerstrom and Watson
NAYS: None
M . Watson: The motion is carried and the foregoing resolution is adopted.
I: Mr. McCullough: The next item on the agenda is Petition M-239 by Mervyn
Curran on behalf of the Jehovah Witnesses requesting permission to erect
a church on property located on the north side of Schoolcraft Road,
approximately 120 ft. West of Beatrice and/or 650 ft. west of Middlebelt
Road in the Wolfram Estates Subdivision in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 23.
Mr. McCullough informed those present that the petitioner has requested that this
petition be withdrawnand has submitted a letter '.erifying this.
Mr. Watson asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak?
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Kane, supported by Mr. Okerstrom and unanimously
adopted, it was
#1-15-62 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
Tuesday, January 16, 1962 the City Planning Commission does hereby
allow petitioner, Mervyn Curran on behalf of the Jehovah Witnesses,
to withdraw said petition as requested in a letter dated January 11,
1962, 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.
Mr. Watson: The motion is carried and the foregoing resolution is adopted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Okerstrom, supported by Mr. Kane, it was
#1-16-62 RESOLVED that, the City Planning Commission does hereby adjourn the
public hearing held on Tuesday, January 16, 1962 at approximately
10:30 p.m.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
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AYES: Samuels, Angevine, Kane, Okerstrom and Watson
NAYS: None
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Mr. Watson: The motion is carried and the foregoing resolution is adopted. The
public hearing is hereby adjourned.
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Mr. Watson called the 135th Regular Meeting to order with all those present now who
were present at the time the publid_hearing was adjourned.
Mr. McCullough suggested that Item #12 be taken up at this time due to the large
number of people who were present interested in said Item. Item #12 was a motion
by the City Planning Commission to hold a public hearing to determine whether or not
to rezone those portions of the north half of Section 3 from Osmus easterly, now
zone RUFB to RLA and as much of the north 1/2 of Section 2 which lies west of line
drawn parallel to the east line of Milburn and 300 feet east of Milburn, now zoned
RUFB to RLA. Mr. McCullough continued by stating that the civic association in this
area did not want the industrial zone extended southward but they were in favor of
rezoning the residential section from RUFB to RLA.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Samuels, supported by Mr. Angevine, it was
#1-17-62 RESOLVED that, the City Planning Commission, pursuant to Section 20.01 of
the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Livonia, does hereby establish and order
that a public hearing be held to determine whether or not to rezone the
following described property:
A parcel of land located in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 2 and the NE
1/4 of Section 3, T. 1 S. , R. 9 E. , City of Livonia, Wayne County,
Michigan, being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a
point distant S. 89° 41' 3" W. 653.75 feet from the center of Section 2 and
proceeding thence along the E. and W. 1/4 line of Section 2 S. 89° 41' 3"
W. 2134.25 ft. to the East line of Spring Valley Subdivision #2; thence N.
0° 25' 20" W. along the E. line of Spring Valley Subdivision #2 329.80 ft. ;
thence S. 89° 21' 40" W. along the north line of Spring Valley Subdivision
#2 1141.07 ft. to the centerline of Osmus Avenue; thence N. 0° 34' 40" W.
along the centerline of Osmus Avenue 1951.62 ft. ; thence N. 89° 25' 30"
East along a line parallel to an 360 feet S. of Baseline Road 3275.0 ft. ;
thence S. 0° 3'17" West 2280 ft. to the point of beginning.
from RUFB (Rural Urban Farms) to RLA (Residential Large Lot).
FURTHER RESOLVED, that a hearing be held and notice be given as provided
in Section 20.01 of the Zoning Ordinance, Ordinance No. 60 of the City of
Livonia and that there shall be a report submitted and recommendation
thereon to the City Council.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Samuels, Angevine, Kane, Okerstrom and Watson
NAYS: None
Mr. Watson: The motion is carried aLd the foregoing resolution is adopted.
Mr. McCullough submitted a letter he received from certain persons in the north
half of Section 2 who are objecting to other people using their property for industrial
use when it is located in a residential area. He forwarded the letter to Mr. Forrest
who stated that this letter should be forwarded to the Inspection Department in order
that they may follow through with an investigation.
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Mr. McCullough stated he would do so. • •
Mr. McCullough: The next item on the agenda is Petition Z-535 by Ben and
Miriam Baskin for a change of zoning on property located on the Northwest
corner of Ann Arbor Road and Ann Arbor Trail in the Northeast 1/4 of
Section 31 from C-2 to PS. Public Hearing 1/9/62 item postponed at request
of petitioner.
Mr. Baskin was present tonight. He was asked what was intended for this property?
He answered that a convalescent home was pr:posed for approximately 100 patients
which would include a solarium. It would be a one-story building and there would be
30 parking spaces.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Okerstrom, supported by Mr. Kane and unanimously
adopted, it was
#1-16-62 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
Tuesday, January 9, 1962 on Petition Z-535 by Ben and Miriam
Baskin for a change of zoning in the Northeast 1/4 of Section
31 from C-2 to PS, the City Planning Commission does hereby
recommend to the City Council that Petition Z-535 be granted
subject, however, to the following:
(1) that the Traffic Commission investigate the ingress and
egress of the proposed convalescent home, and
FURTHER, that said approval is granted for the reason that
there is ordinarily no objection to an owner's voluntarily sub-
jecting his land to a more restrictive zoning classification,
and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in
the official newspaper, The Livonia City Post under date of
December 20, 1961 and notice of which hearing was sent to The
Detroit Edison Company, Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company,
Michigan Bell Telephone Company, The Consumers Power Co. , City
Departments and petitioner as listed in the Proof of Service.
Mr. Watson: The motion is carried and the foregoing resolution is adopted.
Mr. McCullough stated that the approval of the rezoning does not necessarily approve
the parking spaces. The petitioner will be required to abide by the off-street
parking ordinance.
Mr. McCullough: The next item on the agenda is the final approval for Kimberly
Oaks Subdivision #3 by the George Pastor Building Company. This subdivision
is located between Farmington and Brookfield north of Schoolcraft Road in the
Southwest 1/4 of Section 22.
Mr. McCullough informed the Commission that he had been notified that the Mayor was
not in agreement with splitting of subdivisions after they had received preliminary
approval. He felt that this should be cleared with the Mayor before action is
taken. It should be noted also that there were some lots in this subdivision with
only 100 ft. in depth which would make it dif ficult to ;,u_ tarot3es upon them. In
order to be able to build a detached garage upon a lot with 100 ft. or less the
builder would have to receive a variance from the Zoning Board of Appeals. The
Planning Commission would prefer that a deed restriction be placed on said plat which
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1[: would stipulate that only attached garages would be allowed oh those lots of 100 ft.
or less in depth.
It was determined after a brief discussion that a deed restriction agreement would
be prepared by the Department of Law which would be approved by Mr. Pastor also and
that this would be recorded along with the final plat. After the agreement has
been prepared final approval to Kimberly Oaks Subdivision #3 can be given at the
next meeting.
Mr. Watson stated this item would be taken under advisement until the agreement
can be prepared and approved.
Mr. McCullough: The next item in Petition V-40 by certain residents in the
Golden Ridge Subdivision located in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 31 to
vacate alleys bounded by Hix, Stonehouse, Northfield and Joy Roads. Public
Hearing held on 12/23/58, item taken under advisement as requested by the
Engineering Department.
Mr. McCullough informed the commission that the Engineering Department has advised
him that the drain project is not finished and that is the reason they would prefer
that this item be taken under advisement until such time this project is . 'mpleted.
Mr. Watson stated this item would be taken under advisement as requested.
Mr. McCullough: The next item on the agenda is Petition Z-531 by the City
Planning Commission on its own motion to determine whether or not to rezone
certain property located on the south side of Plymouth Road between Ingram
and Blackburn Streets in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 34 from C-1 to P-1.
Public Hearing 11/21/61, item taken under advisement.
Mr. McCullough informed the Commission that a meeting with the interested parties
is scheduled for Thursday, January 18, 1962 for discussion. For this reason, he
would like to request that this item be taken under further advisement.
Mr. Watson: This item will be taken under further advisement as requested by Mr.
McCullough.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Angevine, supported by Mr. Samuelss and unanimously
adopted, it was
#1-19-62 RESOLVED that, pursuant to the provisions of Section 6, 7 and 8
of Act 285, Public Acts of Michigan of 1931, as amended, the City
Planning Commission of the City of Livonia does hereby establish
and order a public hearing to be held in the City Hall of the
City of Livonia to determine whether or not Part VI of the Master
Plan of the City of Livonia, entitled, "Master Fire Station Plan
of the City of Livonia" adopted on June 19, 1956 and amended from
time to time and revised on September 20, 1960 and thereafter
certified to the City Council and filed with the Wayne County
Register of Deeds in accordance with law and it appearing that
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certain property hereinafter described should be deleted on
such plan, the City Planning Commission on its own motion does
hereby order and establish a public hearing to be held in the
City Hall of the City of Livonia to determine whether or not
Part VI of the Master Plan of the City of Livonia should be
amended so as to delete fire station site in the area of
Newburgh and Five Mile Road in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 18
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and designate the following described property for future public
purposes:
"The South 175 feet of the West 300 feet of the South
15 acres of the North 30 acres of the South 50 acres of the
West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 17, except the North
30 feet thereof. . ."
IT IF FURTHER RESOLVED, that notice of the time and place of said
public hearing be published in a newspaper of general circulation in
the City of Livonia and that a notice by registered mail be sent to
each public utility or railroad company owning or operating any public
utility or railroad within the City of Livonia in accordance with the
provisions of Section 5.2998 of Michigan Statutes Annotated and in
accordance with the provisions of Act 285 of the Public Acts of Michigan,
1931, as amended.
Mr. Watson: The motion is carried and the foregoing resolution is adopt ed.
Mr. McCullough: The next item on the agenda is final approval for Mar-Git
Subdivision located east of Middlebelt and north of Schoolcraft in the South-
west 1/4 of Section 24. Submitted by Gordon-Begin, Inc.
Mr. Gordon was present.
There was a very lengthy discussion with relation to how many streets led out of
the proposed subdivision. The Planning Commission felt that there should be a
street going south to Schoolcraft so as to have an outlet for those homes located
in the southern portion of the subdivision. As it is now platted, these home owners
must use the one outlet on Middlebelt Road. Mr. Gordon stated that this was impossible
at this time due to the drain. He stated that eventually when the other portions
of his subdivision was completed this would open up a street to Schoolcraft.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Samuels, supported by Mr. Kane, it was
#1-20-62 RESOLVED that, final plat of the Mar-Git Subdivision in the South
half of Section 24 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 July 21, 1959; 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 December 26, 1961; and it further
appearing that a cash bond in the .amount of $1200.00 and a surety
bond in the amount of $10,800.00 to cover the installation of
improvements have been filed in the office of the City Clerk
under date of January 12, 1962; such bonds having been approved
by Mr. Charles J. Pinto, Assistant City Attorney on January 12,
1962 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.
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A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Samuels, Angevine and Kane
NAYS: Okerstrom and Watson
Mr. Watson: The motion is carried and the foregoing resolution is adopted.
Mr. McCullough: The next item on the agenda sis a report in relation to
Urban Renewal for the Southwest 1/4 of Section 25.
It was determined that this item would be taken under advisement until there was a
full commission.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Kane, supported by Mr. Samuels and unanimously
adopted, it was
#1-21-62 RESOLVED that, the City Planning Commission does hereby approve
the minutes for the meeting held on Tuesday, December 12, 1961
except for that member who was not present, he abstain from voting.
Mr. Watson: The motion is carried and the foregoing resolution is adopted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Samuels, supported by Mr. Kane and unanimously adopted,
the City Planning Commission does hereby adjourn the 135th Regular Meeting held on
Tuesday, January 16, 1962 at approximately 11:15 p.m.
CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
W. E. Okerstrom, Secretary
ATTESTED:
Ja s W. Watson, Jr. , Vi -Chairman