HomeMy WebLinkAboutPLANNING MINUTES 1955-11-01 MINUTES OF A PUBLIC HEARING
OF THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
On November 1, 1955 the above hearing was held by the City Planning Commission
at the City Hall, 33001 Five Mile Road, Livonia, Michigan. Chairman William R.
Robinson called the Public Hearing to order at approximately 8:01 p.m.
Members present: Karle Steinhoff Daniel Lepo Fred A. Lotz
Peter A. Ventura Robert Miller William R. Robinson
H. Paul Har'sha
Members absent: *Robert L. Greene
Dallas F. Hay
Howard B. Middlewood, Acting Chief Inspector was present together with approxi-
mately 75 people attending the Public Hearing.
The secretary read petition by Rose Wilson and Arthur E. Whipple requesting
permission to erect a gasoline service station on portion of Parcel L located
on the Southeast corner of Plymouth and Levan Roads in the Northeast 1/4 of
Section 32. Messrs. Arthur E. Whipple, Attorney, 3201 Cadillac Tower, Detroit
and T. L. Dunston, The Texas Company were present.
Mr. Whipple submitted for commission's inspection Permit No. 764-D dated
June 14, 1955 from State Highway Commissioners approving ingress and egress
and letter dated October 27, 1955 from William L. Marvin, State Highway Depart-
ment.
I[: Mr. Ventura asked whether revised gasoline plans cover the entire parcel.
Mr. Whipple stated it did.
Mr. Ventura stated he noticed on plans that a septic tank will be used. Asked
whether there is sewer. Mr. Steinhoff stated there is sewer on Levan Road
going to Ford Motor Company Plant but that he did not know whether petitioner
could tie into this sewer.
No one was present opposed to petition as presented.
Mr. Ventura asked type of station. Mr. Dunston stated it will be the same
type as located on Inkster and Plymouth Roads. Submitted picture of proposed
station (picture returned to Mr. Dunston).
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Vert ura, seconded by Mr. Steinhoff and unanimously
carried, it was
#11-349-55 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
the City Planning Commission does hereby grant the petition
by Rose Wilson and Arthur E. Whipple requesting permission to
erect a gasoline service station on portion of Parcel L located
thn the Southeast corner of Plymouth and Levan Roads in the
Northeast 1/4 of Section 32, 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.
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The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
*Mr. Robert L. Greene arrived at approximately 8:07 p.m.
The secretary read petition dated October 12, 1955 by A. G. Thurman requesting
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permission to establish used car sales agency on Parcels F9b and F9c located
on the North side of Plymouth Road approximately 1,675 feet West of Merriman
Road in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 27. Mr. Thurman was present.
Mr. Robinson asked for a plot plan showing located on proposed building,
parking facilities, method of ingress and egress and letter from State High-
way Department.
No one was present opposed to petition as presented.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura and seconded by Mr. Greene, it was
#11-350-55 RESOLVED that, petition by A. G. Thurman requesting permission
to establish used car sales agency on Parcels F9b and F9c
located on the North side of Plymouth Road approximately 1,675
feet West of Merriman Road in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 27
be tabled until November 15, 1955 in order to afford petitioner
opportunity to furnish this commission with plot plan showing
size and location of proposed building and method of ingress
and egress.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Ventura, Miller, Greene, Lepo, Robinson and Lotz
NAYS: Harsha and Steinhoff ¢;
Mr. George D. Haller arrived at approximately 8:15 p.m.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition No.
Z-123 by Thomas and Angeline Sinacola asking that the zoning classification of
Parcels B3 and B4a located on the South side of Seven Mile Road approximately
160 feet East of Middlebelt Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 12 be changed
from RUFB and C-2 to C-2 and R-1-B. The secretary read amended description
dated October 29, 1955 by Herald F. Hamill, Registered Land Surveyor. Messrs.
Mike and Thomas Sinacola were present.
Mr. Harsha asked whether a proposed plan has been submitted. Mr. Robinson
stated commission has not received amended plot plan and that commission only
asked for amended legal description and not amended plan. Mr. Harsha stated
amended plan was also discussed.
Mr. Harsha asked whether new description will make any change in the Lay out
of proposed subdivision and whether usage of land will be same except for
depth being from right-of-way line instead of center of road. Mr. Mike
Sinacola stated usage will be the same as shown on original plot plan and that
amended description is taken from right-of-way line instead of center of road.
Mr. Harsha stated as zoning is taken from the right-of-way line and not the
center of road, and petitioner is requesting two different zonings, think
description does affect plot plan.
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Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura, seconded by Mr. Steinhoff and
unanimously carried, it was
#11-351-55 RESOLVED that, Petition No. Z-123 as submitted by Thomas and
Angeline Sinacola for change of zoning in the Northwest 1/4
of Section 12 from RUFB and C-2 to C-2 and R-1-B be tabled
temporarily in order to give George D. Haller, City Attorney
opportunity to confer with petitioners and check amended
legal description dated October 29, 1955 by Herald Hamill,
Registered Land Surveyor.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition No.
Z-119 by Harry Kirsh, Kirsh Construction Company requesting change of zoning
classificatbn of Parcel U1 located 250 feet West of Wayne Road between Ann
Arbor Trail and Joy Road in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 33 be changed from
RUFB to R-1-B. The secretary read letter dated September 21, 1955 from Harry
Kirsh, Kirsh Construction Company. Mr. Harry Kirsh was present.
Lietuenant Bob Perry, Livonia Fire Department arrived at approximately 8:27
p.m.
Mr. Kirsh submitted preliminary plot of parcel in question dated May 21, 1955
prepared by Herald Hamill.
Mr. Miller asked petitioner contemplated use of Outlot A as shown on
preliminary plat. Mr. Kirsh stated area is zoned C-2 and they intend to have
stores.
Mr. Ventura asked what was immediately adjoining propOsed plat to the West.
Mr. Kirsh stated to the west is zoned RUFB.
Mr. Robinson stated he believed Mr. Kirsh was in error and that the Schulgren
Subdivision adjoins this property.
4r. Ventura stated as shown on proposed plat there is no outlet on the West.
Mr. Robinson stated adjoining property in this area, existing zoning and
existing buildings should be shown.
Mr. Ventura asked about storm and sanitary sewers. Mr. Kirsh stated they
have permission to tie into existing sanitary sewer located North of property
and storm sewer in Nankin Township.
Mr. Robinson suggested Mr. Kirsh furnish commission with plot plan showing
use of property around area in question.
No one was present opposed to petition as presented.
Mr. Ventura stated there seems to be discrepancy in drawing.
Mr. Kirsh stated C-1 District would be 1501 from right-of-way, that this is
only a sketch and that dimensions would follow.
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Mr. Ventura stated there still seems to be confusion and referred to D as
shown on recommendation dated September 23, 1955 by Albe Munson, Stated in
his opinion „D" should be rezoned to conform to zoning immediately to East in
order that there would not be 301 left.
Mr. Greene stated that according to planning consultant recommendation all of
these parcels 4, C and D) should be included in the rezoning.
Mr. Ventura stated not including these parcels would be spot zoning in
reverse. Lots 47 through 49 as shown on proposed sketch would be backing up
to existing home.
Mr. Kirsh stated he discussed this with home owner and that he (Mr. Howard
Stickels) had m objections. Stated if commission so desires these lots can
be reversed.
Mr. Harsha stated that in his opinion commission should rezone entire corner,
if possible.
Mr. Howard Stickels, 35099 Ann Arbor Trail stated he would like to retain
existing zoning on his property because there are 35 fruit trees on property
and that under R-1 classification he cannot sell fruit.
Mr. Ventura stated Mr. Stickels would become Valid Non-Conforming use and that
change of zoning would not affect his selling fruit.
Mr. Haller agreed with Mr. Ventura that Mr. Stickels would be prior non-con-
forming use.
Mr. Stickels stated at present they do not have a stand and that they sell
fruit from drive-way. Mr. Haller stated it would have to be decided whether
or not a stand would change the use or enlarge existing use.
Mr. Robinson asked whether this would be permanent stand. Mr. Stickels
stated stand would be up six weeks out of the entire year.
Mr. Haller stated in his opinion he did not think stand would constitute
change it character of use.
Mr. Middlewood stated he could not agree. Stated one loses RUF privileges if
property is zoned R-l. Stated zoning would have to be in effect prior to
Zoning Ordinance, No. 60 and not change of zoning of property.
Mr. Haller stated when there is change of zoning, Zoning Ordinance No. 60 is
amended and therefore one is there prior to amendment which changes character
of land use. Stated it is the amendment that makes one non-conforming.
Mr. Lotz asked how long Mr. Stickels has owned property. Mr. Stickels stated
ten years. Stated he would prefer property being left RUFB.
Mr. Harsha asked Mr. Stickels whether he objected to property around him
being rezoned. Mr. Stickels stated he did not.
Mr. Miller stated that if this commission rezones Mr. S+ickelsl property,
sometime in the future the new property owners might band together against
elf
Mr. Stickels selling fruit. Mr. Haller stated not if Mr. Stickels is a
Valid Non-Conforming Use.
Mr. Ventura stated entire area should be rezoned. Stated in the event
Mr. Stickels sells his property, the new owner might make noncompatible use
of land.
Mr. Miller suggested problem might be handled in three parts (1) A area
(2) D area and (3) petition submitted by Mr. Kirsh.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura and seconded by Mr. Lepo, it was
#11-352-55 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
on September 13, 1955 on Petition No. Z-119 as submitted by
Harry Kirsh, Kirsh Construction Company for a change of zoning
in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 33 from RUFB to R-1-B the City
Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council
the Petition No. Z-119 be danied without prejudice because of
non-uniform zoning, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in
the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of August 11,
1955 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.
IL: A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Ventura, Lepo, Harsha, Steinhoff, Robinson and Greene
NAYS: Miller and Lotz
Mr. Kirsh stated commission has denied petition because of property he has
no control over.
Mr. Stickels stated he will withdraw his objection if it will help Mr. Kirsh.
Mr. Ventura asked Mr. Haller whether the amended legal description dated
October 29, 1955 by Herald F. Hamill is correct. Mr. Haller stated it is
and that the South 601 of the C-1 District will be included in R-1-B District
and that C-1 District will be 2401 from right-of-way line.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz, seconded by Mr. Ventura and unanimously
carried, it was
#11-353-55 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
September 13, 1955 on Petition No. Z-123 as submitted by
Thomas and Angeline Sinacola for a change of zoning in the
Northwest 1/4 of Section 12 from C-2 and RUFB to C-2 and
R-1-B the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to
the City Council that Petition No. Z-123, as amended be
granted, and
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FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published
in the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of
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August 11, 1955 and notice of which hearing was sent to the
Detroit Edison Company, Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company,
Michigan Bell Telephone Company, The Consumer Power Company
Ci- y Departments and petitioner as listed in the Proof of
Service.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted and called a recess at
approximately 9:07 p.m.
The Chairman called the Public Hearing to order at approximately 9:21 p.m.
with all present as named at beginning and course of meeting.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Greene, seconded by Mr. Miller and unanimously
carried, it was
#11-354-55 RESOLVED that, City Planning Commission temporarily leave
regular order of business in order to hear Item No. 8 as
it appears on the agenda.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition No.
Z-132 by Alma E. Wolfram and Gordon-Begin Investment Company asking that the
zoning classification of Parcels Y, Z and M located on the West side of
Middlebelt Road approximately 2,000 feet North of Schoolcraft Road and also
on the East side of Middlebelt Road approximately 900 feet North of School-
craft Road in the West 1/2 of Section 24 and the Southeast 1/4 of Section 23
be changed from RUFB to R-1-A. Mr. William Ponder, Attorney was present.
Mr. Ventura stated that the reason this petition is before commission is so
that commission can adopt a positive resolution and the opposite would be a
motion to deny petition.
Mr. Ponder.stated in an effort to assit this commission, petitioner con-
tacted the School District regarding school facilities. Stated petitioner
has offered to donate to the school district $60,000 for school purposes.
Petitioner contacted school district prior to appearing before this
commission not to influence this commission in its action as has been
rumored. Stated his clients do not have any interest in R-3 property located
South of property in question. Stated the new sewer system, which was
adopted by the City Council will benefit this area. Stated the proposed 400
homes would contribute approximately $50,000 towards sewer system and
approximately $60,000 a year towards taxes.
Mr. Harold Gordon, 18450 James Couzens Hwy., Detroit stated homes will be
three bedrooms, brick veneer, 12 baths, 60' lots and $18,000.
Mr. Ventura read portion of Section 17.05 (c) and (f), Zoning Ordinance,
No. 60 and stated in his opinion this petition will injure value of existing
homes, if granted. Stated there should be some way of having a buffer between
existing homes and proposed subdivision.
Mr. Robinson stated this commission is interested in the existing large homes. %:
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Mr. Gordon stated with present zoning a home 800 square feet could be erected.
Mr. Ventura stated he did not think anyone would erect 800 square foot home
on 1/2 acre. Stated commission should learn from past experience with
Grandon Woods.
Mr. Greene asked Mr. Haller whether commission can legally deny applicant use
of land as petitioned. Mr. Haller stated court would not sustain decision
which was based on homes in immediate area. Stated court would request
commission act according to entire development of city and not immediate
surrounding area.
Mr. Ventura read portion of "Zoning - Its Meaning and Benefits", Zoning
Ordinance, No. 60.
Mr. Greene asked Mr. Gordon whether or not his firm would establish buffer
area. Mr. Gordon stated his firm has never considered buffer area and that
they would have to work something out with planning consultant. Stated his
firm would certainly approve of anything that would enhance value of land.
Suggested meeting with Mr. Albe Munson, Planning Consultant.
Mr. Robinson stated perhaps this commission could ask Mr. Munson to meet with
Mr. Gordon.
Mr. Middlewood stated problem of large lots and improvements came up during
the last City Council meeting. It was suggested that street and sidewalk
requirements be lowered. Stated he thinks Council is working on something
IL: where restrictions will not be as great for RUF lots as R-1 lots.
Mr. Harold Crout, 30425 Lyndon, representing Schoolcraft Manor Civic
Association stated he would not want projects coming in at this time as
children are attending school two hour sessions and half day sessions. Stated
if projects are allowed before a school is erected, it will be years before
children will get full day of school.
Mr. Lotz stated that the more homes the City obtains the more tax dollar City
is going to get for building schools.
Mr. Crout stated the more homes City gets the harder it is to build schools.
Mr. Ventura stated as a member of a school board, only 1/3 of operating is
repaid by real estate tax.
Mr. Mark Fisher, Green Acres Subdivision stated commission is going to have
to consider buffer area on the side that adjoins Green Acres Subdivision too.
Stated most of the present property owners bought property with custom homes
in mind. Stated opening up Beatrice and Melvin Streets will create a traffic
hazard.
Mr. Joseph Bradess, 30902 Lyndon asked what children will do for play grounds.
Mr. Ventura stated there is a park site immediately North of property in
question. Mr. Bradess asked about tots who would not be able to walk 1/2 mile
I[: to play ground. Referred to Section 16.02, Zoning Ordinance, No. 60 and
stated set back will have to conform with existing homes.
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Mr. James Hose 14954 Flamingo stated
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commercial and industrial rather than residential. Stated he did not want to
fence his property in but if petition is granted and subdivision is built,
there will be more children. These children will not have place to run and
will make play ground of larger adjacent property. Stated this is one area Poil
where there are large lots and should be left large.
Mr. Ventura stated a sewer is not available and may not be available for
sometime. Zoning is premature as there is not a sewer.
There were approximately 25 present from Schoolcraft Manor Civic Association
and five members of the Executive Committee, Green Acres Civic Association.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Greene and seconded by Mr. Ventura, it was
#11-355-55 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
October 18, 1955 on Petition No. Z-132 as submitted by Alma E.
Wolfram and Gordon-Begin Investment Company for a change of
zoning in the West 1/2 of Section 24 and the Southeast 1/4 of
Section 23 from RUFB to R-1-A the City Planning Commission
does hereby recommend to the City Council that Petition No.
Z-132 be denied, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published
in the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of
September 29, 1955 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.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following:
AYES: Ventura, Miller, Lepo, Greene and Steinhoff
NAYS: Harsha, Robinson and Lotz
Mr. Howard Middlewood left meeting at approximately 10:06 p.m.
The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition No.
Z-128 by Harry Granader, N. & R. Homes, Inc. asking that the zoning
classification of Parcel C located on the Southwest corner of Harrison and
Terrence Avenues in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 13 be changed from RUFB to
R-1-A. Mr. Harry Granader was present.
Mr. Granader stated area in back is all substandard homes. Submitted
photographs (returned to Mr. Granader) of existing homes in area and photo-
graphs (returned to Mr. Granader) of homes being built at Inkster and West
Chicago Roads.
Mr. Miller stated he spent two hours driving up and down every one of the
streets in Section 13 and had found no section in area that had small lots
and that do Terrence there are some very nice homes.
Mr. Steinhoff concurred with Mr. Miller.
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Mr. Ventura stated there are no sewers available to service proposed sub-
division. Mr. Granader stated he talked to City Engineer this afternoon and
was told by City Engineer that he expected construction next month.
Mr. Robinson stated homes with large parcels should be protected with buffer
Mr. Granader stated Harrison is wide street.
Mr. Don Dwyer, 15972 Harrison submitted petitions with approximately 180
signatures of residents opposed to Petition No. Z-128. Stated of those he
visited only two would not sign petition. Stated some he talked to said area
should be kept larger than 1/2 acre.
The secretary read heading on petitions as submitted by Mr. Dwyer.
Mr. Dwyer read article that appeared in The Detroit News October 31, 1955 that
stated homes built on 1/2 acre will never become a slum area.
Mr. Robert Phillips, 15980 Harrison stated he talked to approximately 46
people in general area and that there wasn't one person who wanted 60' lots.
Stated people moved in area to have a little room.
Mr. Tom Killegrew, 15906 Harrison stated in entire area there is no other
property that could be subdivided.
Mr. Louis Gill, 28984 Sunningdale stated that this will be the only area
zoned R-1.
Mr. Miller stated he found property to be built up over most of the area.
Mr. Howard Middlewood returned to meeting at approximately 10:26 p.m.
Mr. Lotz stated he drOve over area and concurred with Mr. Miller's remarks.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura, seconded by Mr. Miller and
unanimously carried, it was
#11-356-55 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
on September 13, 1955 on Petition No. Z-128 as submitted by
Harry Granader, N. & R. Homes, Inc. for change of zoning
classification in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 13 from RUFB
to R-1-A the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend
to the City Council that Petition No. Z-128 be denied, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published
in the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of
August 11, 1955 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.
1[4. The secretary read petition by Dr. Peter F. Coleman, M.D. requesting
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permission to use Lot 560, Rosedale Meadows Subdivision, No. 2 for residence-
medical office purpose located on the Northwest corner of Merriman Road and
Joy Road in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 34. Dr. Coleman was present.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura, seconded by Mr. Steinhoff and
unanimously carried, it was
#11-357-55 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held
the City Planning Commission does hereby grant the petition
of Dr. Peter F. Coleman, M.D. requesting permission to use
Lot 560, Rosedale Meadows Subdivision, No. 2 for residence-
medical office purpose located on the Northwest corner of Joy
and Merriman Roads in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 34 because
according to Section 6.02, Zoning Ordinance, No. 60 this use
is permissible, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent to
property owners within 500 feet, petitioner and City Depart-
ments as listed in the Proof of Service.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted and called a recess at
approximately 10:30 p.m.
The Chairman called the Public Hearing to order at approximately 10:40 p.m.
with all present as named at beginning and course of meeting except Howard B.
Middlewood, Acting Chief Inspector.
The secretary read letter dated October 13, 1955 from George D. Haller, City
Attorney as requested by Resolution No. 10-335-55 regarding (1) How long can
City of Livonia hold property owner to a designated park and/or school site
and (2) Whether or not property located North side of West Chicago Road
between Henry Ruff and Sunset could be used for M-1 purposes.
Mr. Howard Middlewood returned to meeting at approximately 10+50 p.m.
Mr. Haller stated under statute, M.S.A. 5.3007 (4) the City Council may pass
ordinance that no permit shall be issued for building on designated park
and/or school site. Stated without this ordinance planning commission is
just drawing plans that cannot be made to hold.
Mr. Harsha asked whether such an ordinance adopted at this time would cover
the Master School and Park Plan. Mr. Haller stated it would.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura, seconded by Mr. Greene and
unanimously carried, it was
#11-358-55 RESOLVED that, City Planning Commission does hereby request
George D. Haller, City Attorney to prepare necessary ordinance
authorized under M.S.A. 5.3007 (4) and that it is the
recommendation of the City Planning commission that the City
Council adopt said ordinance.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
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Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Harsha, seconded by Mr. Greene and
unanimously carried, it was
#11-359-55 RESOLVED that, the City Planning Commission at this time
on its own motion hereby provides for a Public Hearing to
be held to rezone Parcels Gla and Glb located on the North
side of West Chicago Road between Henry Ruff Road and
Sunset Avenue in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 35 from M-1
to R-1-A and that notice of said hearing be mailed to the
owners of these parcels by registered mail return receipt.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
Howard B. Middlewood and Lieutenant Bob Perry left meeting at approximately
11:05 p.m.
The secretary read letter dated October 12, 1955 from W. R. McCary, City
Engineer regarding sidewalk in Chicago Heights Subdivision.
Mr. Lotz made the following motion which he withdrew after further consider-
ation.
RESOLVED that, City Planning Commission does hereby refer
letter dated October 12, 1955 from W. R. McCary, City
Engineer regarding sidewalk in Chicago Heights Subdivision
to City Attorney for proper interpretation and that the
City Planning Commission's thinking July 20, 1954 was a
hard concrete surfaced walk as specifically used in past.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura, seconded by Mr. Harsha and
unanimously carried, it was
#11-360-55 RESOLVED that, City Planning Commission does hereby refer
letter dated October 12, 1955 from W. R. McCary, City
Engineer regarding sidewalk in Chicago Heights Subdivision
to George D. Haller, City Attorney for written opinion as
to whether or not City of Livonia can force Edward Rose &
Sons to put in concrete sidewalk.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
The secretary read letters dated October 17, 1955 from Clarence M. Hoffman,
Supt., Parks and Recreation Department regarding park sites in Sections 14
and 31 and dated June 23, 1955 from Cole S. Brembeck, Supt., Livonia Public
Schools and portion of minutes of meetings of Board of Education June 14,
1955 and July 12, 1955.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura, seconded by Mr. Miller and
unanimously carried, it was
#11-361-55 RESOLVED that, City Planning Commission does hereby
designate school sites in Sections 14 and 31 as
described in minutes of meetings of Board of Education
July 12, 1955 and October 12, 1954 and FURTHER such
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information is to be forwarded to Albe Munson, Planning
Consultant so that he can locate new sites on the Master
School and Park Plan.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Steinhoff, seconded by Mr. Lepo and
unanimously carried, it was
#11-362-55 RESOLVED that, minutes of meetings August 9 and August 16,
1955 be approved as presented.
The Chairman decalred the foregoing resolution adopted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura, seconded by Mr. Miller and
unanimously carried, it was
#11-363-55 RESOLVED THat, Bureau of Inspection be informed that it is
the interpretation of the City Planning Commission that
steel frame neon ground type sign 25'5" x 15' 45t above
grade located at 30650 Plymouth Road and situated North
side of Plymouth Road between Merriman and Middlebelt Roads
cannot be erected according to Section 14.07, Zoning
Ordinance, No. 60 and FURTHER according to Section 14.02
(a) Zoning Ordinance, No. 60 any sign over 35 square feet
must have the approval of the City Planning Commission.
The Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted.
Mr. Ventura suggested that commission use whatever money is left in
Budget for new base map.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ventura and seconded by Mr. Greene, it was
#11-364-55 RESOLVED that, William R. Robinson, Chairman City Planning
Commission be empowered to contact Mr. Albe Munson, Planning
Consultant and make arrangements to have work started on a
new base map using any funds which may be left in the budget
at the end of the year subject to an estimate of cost.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the follo ng:
AYES: Ventura, Lota, Miller, Greene, Lepo, Harsha, Steinhoff
and Robinson
NAYS: None
On a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz, seconded by Mr. Miller and unanimously
adopted this Public Hearing of the City Planning Commission was duly adjourned
at approximately 11:40 p.m., November 1, 1955.
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William R. Robinson, Chairman