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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPLANNING MINUTES 1957-09-17 MINUTES OF A PUBLIC HEARING AND THE 84TH REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LIVONIA On September 17, 1957 the above meeting was held by the City Planning dommission of the City of Livonia at the City Hall, 33001 Five Mile Road, Livonia, Michigan. Vice-Chairman H. Paul Marsha called the Public Hearing to order at approximately 8:10 p.m. Members present: Wilfred Okerstrom **H. Paul Harsha Charles Walker Robert L. Greene Fred A. Lotz Robert L. Miller Members absent: *Leonard Kane William R. Robinson Robert Angevine Lieutenant Bob Perry, Livonia Fire Department was present together with approxi- mately 50 interested residents. The secretary announced that the first item on the agenda was Petition M-79 by William A. Wood, Jr., Attorney for Hope Lutheran Church requesting permission to erect church building together with sufficient off-street sparking on a portionat Parcel 11Z1cZ2cZ3 located on the North side of Six `ile Road approxi- mately 1,525 feet East of Merriman Road in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 11. The secretary read letters dated August 20, 1957 from William A. Wood, Jr. and dated September 12, 1957 from Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire Department. Mr. William A. Wood was present. Mr. Marsha asked size of parcel in question. Mr. Wood stated parcel totals nine acres with frontage of 4981 on Six Mile Road (less 1001 that is to be retained by owner) and a depth of 9271. Informed Commission that church has no intent to provide school facilities now or in the future. Plan is to construct church on front portion of property and landscape it on Six Mile Road. Off- street parking will be to the rear immediately behind church. Mr. Greene asked if church is related to existing church located at Six Mile and Middlebelt Roads. Mr. Wood stated it is not and that the church is being established as a mission of the Hope Lutheran Church in Detroit. Mr. Walker asked if property is the farm with large white home on it. Mr. Wood stated it is not and that it is the piece next to the white house to the East. Property also has a house on t but it is over on the side. The portion of parcel with the house is being excluded from church. No one was present wishing to be heard either in favor of or opposed to petition as presented. Mr. Greene asked how close parcel is to Danny's Suburban Chop House and Cocktail Lounge. It was established that parcel is almost across the street - about 6001. Mr. Wood stated that the entrance to the proposed church has not been IE: established yet. Mr. Marsha suggested that entrance be so located that it will be at least 5001 from Chop House. 26O Mr. Lotz informed Commission that ruling of church being 5001 from Cocktail Lounge only pertains to lounge being located near an existing church; whereas this is a church being located near an existing lounge. Mr. Harsha stated that once the church is there the lounge might be considered non-conforming. } . Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Walker, seconded by Mr. Greene and unanimously carried, it was #9-263-57 RESOLVED that, Petition M-79 by William A. Wood, Jr., Attorney for Hope Lutheran Church requesting permission to erect church building together with sufficient off-street parking on a portion of Parcel 11Z1cZ2cZ3 located on the North side of Six Mile Road approximately 1,525 feet East of Merriman Road in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 11 be referred to Commission as a whole and that a committee of one be appointed to make an accurate check and report back to Commission as to the distance from proposed church location and Danny's Suburban Chop House and Cocktail Lounge. The Vice-Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted and appointed Mr. Charles Walker to act as committee of one to make survey. Informed petitioner that one week from tonight (September 24, 1957) item would be discussed and that at the next meeting action can be taken. The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition M-75 by Arnold Schmidt requesting permission to install 141 x 201 sign, 2-faces on 2-8" beams set in 41x41x61 footing with 4 x 11 plate welded to each beam reading "Hallmark Furniture" on a portion of Parcels 36A14c and 36A14b located at 28795 Plymouth Road and situated on the South side of Plymouth Road approximately 375t East of Garden Avenue in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 36. Mr. Arnold Schmidt, and Mr. L. H. Brown, Browie/s Neon Sign Company, 7300 Pontiac Trail, South Lyons were present. Mr. Schmidt stated proposed sign will be erected on the existing pilon and that except for insignia it will not be flashing. No portion of the sign will over- hang property line and it will be 301 from ground to top of sign - overall height will be 401. Mr. Harsha stated that according to Ordinance no structure can be built 40' high. Mr. Brown asked if pilon were lowered and sign brought down to 351, sign would be permissible. Commission was not in a position to answer question. Mr. Brown stated he nought it is 32' to top of the pilon. Mr. Miller stated that until Commission has definite height of building and sign, he could not vote on item. No one was present wishing to be heard either in favor of or opposed to petition as presented. Mr. Greene asked if petitioner would consider something under 351. Mr. Brown stated they would see that it is not over 351. Mr. Marsha drew to Commission's attention the proposed colors of sign (rose, green and copper gold) as being a hazard to traffic. Stated sign will be a little way from the corner. Mr. Walker asked whether Commission shouldn't receive communications from Police Department and Traffic Commission regarding signs. Thought item should be referred to them regarding proposed color and expression obtained. Mr. Walker stated he would go along with proposed sign if it was reduced to 35t. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Lotz and unanimously carried, it was #9-264-57 RESOLVED that, Petition M-75 by Arnold Schmidt requesting permission to install 14' x 201 sign, 2-faces on 2-8" beams . set in 41x4'x61 footing with 1/4 x 11 plate welded to each beam reading "Hallmark Furniture" on a portion of Parcels 36A14c and 36A14b located at 28795 Plymouth Road and situated on the South side of Plymouth Road approxi- mately 375' East of Garden Avenue in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 36 be tabled until October 15, 1957 in order to afford petitioner opportunity to correct size which must comply to all City regulations and to secure approval from the Police Department and Fire Department as to color. The Vice-Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted. The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition M-78 by Livonia Muffler Sales, Inc. requesting permission to build and erect an electric sign on roof of existing building on a portion of Outlot B4a, Greenette Sub- division located at 29155 Plymouth Road and situated on the South side of Plymouth Road approximately 650 feet East of Middlebelt Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 36. Messrs. Norman Havlik and Charles Peltier, Peltier Neon Service, 2980 W. Davidson, Detroit were present. Mr. Walker asked if light from sign will shine in the windows of the existing homes located to the rear of property. Mr. Havlik stated he did not think it would inasmuch as there is no flood lights. Neon is not that bright. Mr. Harsha informed Commission that building is set back 101; however there will be the effect of an electric sign over-hanging side walk. Up to this time this is something Commission has not allowed and suggested item be taken under advisement. Mr. Havlik asked if it would meet Commission's approval if sign is moved back entirely on property. Mr. Miller pointed out that signs thathave been approved in this area to the largest extent are on the face of the building which he thought would eliminate petitioner's.problem of light shinning in anyone's window. Mr. Havlik stated he constructed building 101 back so that he could put sign in position as planned. 1[46 Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz and seconded by Mr. Miller, it was #9-265-57 RESOLVED that, Petition M-78 by Livonia Muffler Sales, Inc. requesting permission to build and erect an electric sign on roof of existing building on a portion of Outlot B4a, C) Greenette Subdivision located at 29155 Plymouth Road and situated on the South side of Plymouth Road approximately 650 feet East of Middlebelt Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 36 be taken under advisement and that further action be deferred until October 15, 1957. Mr. William A. Wood, Jr. , Attorney, 10035 Plymouth Road, Detroit stated that corporation has liability insurance. Wished Commission to take into consider- ation the liability insurance and fact that a certificate of insurance could be given to City so that it will protect general public for any liability that might occur. Mr. Harsha stated that once a person is hurt all the insurance in the world isn't going to do person any good. A roll call vote on Resolution No. 9-265-57 resulted in the following: AYES: Greene, Okerstrom, Walker, Lotz, Harsha and Miller NAYS: None The secretary announced that the next item o }je agenda was Petition M-80 by Walter T. Hall requesting permission to erec sign 6' x 10' - 60 square feet on steel pole reading "Used Cars and Trucks" on a portion of Parcel 27F3b1 located at 32222 Plymouth Road and situated on the North side of Plymouth Road approximately 2,325 feet West of Merriman Road in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 27. Mr. Walter T. Hall was present. Mr. Hall informed Commission that this is the Bill Brown Agency and that sign will be erected on the other side of the show room to the West. The neon will be red similar to the existing sign and petitioner would like words to flash alternately. The sign will be on private property. Proposed sign is to be 18' from top of sign to the ground. • Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Okerstrom and seconded by 14r. Miller, it was #9-266-57 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held the City Planning Commission does hereby grant Petition M-80 be Walter T. Hall requesting permission to erect neon sLgn 6' x 10' - 60 square feet on steel pole reading "Used Cars and Trucks" on a portion of Parcel 27F3b1 located at 32222 Plymouth Road and situated on the North side of Plymouth Road approximately 2,325 feet West of Merriman Road in the South- east 1/4 of Section 27, and FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent to the 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: Greene, Okerstrom, Harsha and Miller NAYS: Walker and Lotz 96 1 aUv The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was the proposed Imonen Subdivision located on the Northwest corner of Norfolk Avenue and Hubbard Road in t he Northwest 1/4 of Section 3. The secretary read letters dated I[: August 29, 1957 from Ed Imonen; dated September 12, 1957 from Robert A. VanDyke Patrolman, Traffic Bureau; dated September 12, 1957 from Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire Department; dated September 13, 1957 from Donald Wilson, Chief Inspector and dated September 16, 1957 from Albe Munson, Planning Consultant. Mr. Ed Imonen was present. Mr. Okerstrom asked about easement located on West side of subdivision and whether it will fit in with any established easements. Mr. Imonen stated he obtained easements as shown on plat from The Detroit Edison Company and the Michigan Bell Telephone Company. As shown, easements meet all their requirements The North side of the existing house is 4* from property line which would make the fence along side of house. As shown on pk t, 1151 is being set aside for existing house. The secretary read sewage disposal investigation report dated August 16, 1957 from H. E. Houghton, Sanitarian II, Wayne County Health Departmeht. No one was present wishing to be heard either in favor of or opposed to item as presented. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller and seconded by '4r. £reene, it was #9-267-57 RESOLVED that, proposed ImonenSubdivision located on the North- west corner of Norfolk Avenue and Hubbard Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 3 be taken under advisement until October 1, 1957 so that absent members may have an opportunity to voice their opinion. A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following: AYES: Greene, Okerstrom, Walker, Harsha and Miller NAYS: Lotz The Vice-chairman called a recess at approximately 9:16 p.m. The Vice-Chairman called the Public Hearing to order at approximately 9:30 p.m. with all present as named at the beginning and course of meeting in addition to *Kr. Leonard Kane who arrived during recess. The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Application TA31 by Nevin B. and Mildred A. Hummon requesting permission to remove topsoil or sand located on Parcel 15A1 situated on the Southeast corner of Six Mile and Hubbard Roads in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 15. The secretary read letters dated September 3, 1957 from Edwin M. Orr, Acting City Engineer and Dave Meinzinger, Director of Public Works; dated September 9, 1957 from Nevin B. Hummon; dated September 16, 1957 from James N. Jordan, Chief Livonia Police Department and dated September 15, 1957 from Robert W. Hyde, Secretary, Greenbrier Woods Civic Association. Messrs. Nevin B. Hummon and Harry Wright, 15487 San Juan, Detroit, representing Mrs. Esther Freud were present. Mr. Rodney Kropf arrived at approximately 9:33 p.m. Mr. Miller asked the anticipated date for platting area. Mr. Wright stated 264 engineers are working on tentative plat. Thought Mr. Edwin Orr, Acting City Engineer was going to answer their letter requesting information on whether or C.) not it is feasible to extend sewer through to property. Answer to this question determines how property is to be platted. Mr. Walker stated survey submitted does not show true picture on the amount of soil to be removed. The topsoil Committee feels since Commission has established position of holding removal of soil until such time as there is a petition before Commission for plat approval in order that Commission may view grade level of streets, feel committee would like to maintain that position. Those present objecting to petition as presented - 29 Mr. Irving Hutchins, 17275 Merriman Road, representing people that own property that adjoins property in question submitted petition dated September 15, 1957 signed by approximately 50 residents objecting to application. Mr. Harsha asked whether signatures represent property owners closely surrounding area. Mr. Hutchins stated they are residents in the immediately surrounding area. Mr. Hummon stated for the benefit of those present that if toposil is not removed then it will be wasted and turned under during construction. Upon a mbtion duly made by Mr. Lotz and seconded by Mr. Greene, it was #9-268-57 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held the City Planning Commission does hereby deny Application TA31 by Nevin B. and Mildred A. Hummon requesting permission to remove topsoil or sand located on Parcel 15A1 situated on the Southeast corner of Six Mile and Hubbard Roads in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 15 until such time that area is platted for sub- division and tentative approval given and until the Department of Public Works has worked out storm and sanitary grades related to available sanitary and storm sewer outlets, and FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent to the property owners within 500 feet, petitioners, City Departments as listed in the Proof of Service and recommendation having been obtained from the Department of Public "borks under date of September 3, 1957 and from the Police Department under date of September 16, 1957. Mr. Wright stated no one is interested in property at the present time due to the fact it is overgrown with underbrush. It is very expensive for Mrs. Freud a widow, to have drawings made until such time as either Mr. Orr or Mr. Meinzinger can give client answer regarding sewer. A roll call vote on Resolution No. 9-268-57 resulted in the following: AYES: Greene, Okerstrom, Walker, Lotz, Kane, Harsha and Miller NAYS: None The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Application TA30 by Stanley E. Hayes requesting permission to remove gravel and fill dirt located on Parcels 06K2 and 06F2 situated on the Southeast corner of Phillips and Haggerty Roads and on the North side of Phillips Road approximately 400' East of Haggerty Road in the West 1/2 of Section 6. The secretary read letters dated August 28, 1957 from Edwin M. Orr, Acting City Engineer and Dave Mein- zinger, Director of Public Works and dated September 16, 1957 from.James N. Jordan, Chief Livonia Police Department. Messrs. Stanby E. Hayes and Elmer A. Heichman, 39900 Stoneleigh, Northville were present. Mr. Walker, Chairman of the Topsoil Committee stated that on visiting the site there are several conditions the committee woulllike to refer to the Engineering Department (1) There are lakes of water approximately 40' to 45' deep which committee feels is dangerous and that if condition continues that area be fenced; (2) There is a large subdivision Eastward of operation and committee wonders whether the Engineering Department shouldn't investigate area and inform Commission what affect gravel will have on subdivision if this subdivision is dependent on well water and (3) Like to know what future con- ditibn petitioner is going to leave area in - should be part of the Commission's approval. Mr. Lotz, member of the topsoil committee concurred. No one was present wishing to be heard either in favor of or opposed to petition as presented. Mr. Heichman stated he did not know what condition they intended to leave area in. Commission is aware that the City wants to buy parcels. Mr. Walker stated present operation has been conducted for seven years and perhaps there is another two years of removal before completion. Mr. Heichman stated area could be a beautiful lake. Agreed that it might be a good idea to have Engineering Departmet look over area and work something out. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz and seconded by Mr. Kane, it was #9-269-57 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held the City Planning Commission does hereby deny without prejudice Application TA30 by Stanley E. Hayes requesting permission to remove gravel and fill dirt located on Parcels 06K2 and 06F2 located on the Southeast corner of Phillips and Haggerty Roads and on the North aide of Phillips Road approximately 4001 East of Haggerty Road in the West 1/2 of Section 6 until Commission has further communication from the Engineering Department as to what can be done with property after removal and any suggestions they might have, and FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent to the property owners within 500 feet, petitioner, City Departments as listed in the Proof of Service and recommendations having been obtained from the Department of Public Works under date of August 28, 1957 and from the Police Department under date of September 16, 1957. 26J Mr. Walker stated to Mr. Hayes that action of Commission would not tie up his present operation inasmuch as petition to Commission was to expand operation. X roll call vote on Resolution No. 9-269-57 resulted in the following: AYES: Greene, Okerstrom, Walker, Kane, Lotz, Harsha and Miller NAYS: None Mr. Harsha stated that in denying petition Commission has cleared item out entirely rather than tabling item and referring it to Engineering Department for further information. Mr. Kane stated it is up to the petitioner to go to the Engineering Department and secure information. Mr. Harsha stated that Mr. Kane is right if petitioner wants action; however, _ Commission now has no authority to approach Engineering Department. Mr. Lotz stated that that is the way he intended it when he made resolution. Mr. Greene reminded Commission that in letter dated August 28, 1957 the Engineering Department suggested denial action. The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition No. Z-237 as initiated by the City Council on its own motion on the question whether or not to amend Section 8.04 of Article 8.00 and Section 9.04 of Article 9.00 by adding Sections 8.12 and 9.10 thereto. Mr. Arthur Fisher, 30408 Hoy, representing the Federation of Civic Associations attempted to explain to those present intent of proposed amendment. Mr. Arthur Bruckert, 16366 Bell Creek Lane, representing Bell Creek Farms Association asked whether the intent of the petition also takes care of the RU District. Recommended that question be reviewed with Legal Counsel. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Walker and seconded by Mr. Lotz, it was #9-270-57 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on Petition No. Z-237 as initiated by the City Council on its own motion on the question whether or not to amend Sections 8.04 of Article 8.00 and to amend Section 9.04 of Article 9.00 of the Zoning Ordinance, Ordinance No. 60 by adding thereto Sections 8.12 and 9.10, the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council that Petition No. Z-237 be granted, and FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of August 29, 1957 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. 21Pir Mr. Walker stated he made motion because Commission has referred the question of RU District Classification to City Attorney and he is to look it over and report back to Commission. I[: A roll call vote on Resolution No. 9-270-57 resulted in the following: AYES: Greene, Okerstrom, Kane, Walker, Lotz, Harsha and Miller NAYS: None The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition No. V-23 by Rev. John G. Davies, Pastor, St. Paul's Presbyterian Church requesting that certain easements for public utilt ies situated on the South side of Lots 26, 99 and behind Lots 26 - 34, inclusive, B. E. Taylor's Como Lake Subdivision located on the South aide of Five Mile Road between Cavell Avenue and Arcola Avenue in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 24 be vacated with the provision that utility companies be given right-of-way to extend poles and lines far enough down the South side of Lot 26 to provide utilities for church buildings. The secretary read letter dated September 16, 1957 from Jack E. Menig, Special Agent, Real Estate and Rights of Way Department, The Detroit Edison Company. Rev. John G. Davies and Mr. Walter Hartley, 18303 Norborn, Detroit were present. Rev. Davies stated he contacted The Detroit Edison Company last April and was given to understand that all problems had been completely worked out. Thoqtit original route as planned had one person who would not give right-of-way. Have not heard from company since July. Mr. Harsha stated in his opinion The Detroit Edison Company has had several months to consider item. The secretary read letter dated September 17, 1957 from LaVern R. Schrader, Asst. City Engineer and Dave Meinzinger, Director of Public Works. No one was present wishing to be heard either in favor of or opposed to petition as presented. Mr. Miller stated he takes offense to letter from The Detroit Edison Company - no date of adjournment is given. Thought they could bring out reasons for not coming to compromise. Rev. Davies informed Commission that he also has a problem as he is working towards a dead line for bids etc. Mr. Harsha asked Mr. Kropf whether Commission had authority to grant petition in view of letter from The Detroit Edison Company. Asked whether Commission could assume five months sufficient time for them to act. Rev. Davies stated that after the public hearing August 20, 1957 when approval was given to continue church and off-street parking arrangement he called a Mr. Martin of The Detroit Edison Company and informed him of action and date of hearing on petition to vacate easement. Was informed by Mr. Martin that everything was approved and that he had to secure approval from one property owner who did not live in block. Mr. Kropf suggested item be tabled for one week in order to give The Detroit Edison Company more opportunity to act. 268 Mr. Greene suggested letter be sent to The Detroit Edison Company informing G`J them of situation and injury being done to petitiOner and request them to take C`) action. Also inform them that this Commission will take action next week - ,September 24, 1957. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Greene, seconded by Mr. Okerstrom and unanimously carried, it was #9-271-57 RESOLVED that, City Planning Commission does hereby reserve action until September 24, 1957 on Petition No. V-23 by Rev. John G. Davies, Pastor, St. Paul's Presbyterian Church requesting that certain easements for public utilities situated in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 24 be vacated and that a letter be forwarded to Mr. Jack E. Menig, Special Agent, Real Estate and Rights of Way Department, The Detroit Edison Company calling his attention to delay and that it has caused great injury to the petitioner and request him to take some action before scheduled meeting September 24, 1957 inas- much as matter will be presented for action by Commission at that time. The Vice-Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz, seconded by rir. Miller and unanimously carried, it was #9-272-57 RESOLVED that, Public Hearing be adjourned. The Vice-Chairman declared the foregoing resolution adopted and announced that ,he would have to be excused from reminder of meeting and requested that Mr. Charles Walker assume duties of the Chair. Chairman pro tem Walker called a recess at approximately 10:31 p.m. The 84th Regular Meeting was called to order at approximately 10:48 p.m. with **all present as named at the beginning and course of meeting except Mr. H. Paul Harsha who was excused. The secretary read letter dated September 6, 1957 from Burton Warner, Warner & Warner, Engineer for Green Brother Builders requesting approval of the first unit of the proposed Schulgren Subdivision located approximately 1,000 feet East of Newburg Road between Ann Arbor Trail and Joy Road in the South 1/2 of Section 32. The secretary read letter dated April 25, 1957 from Benton Yates, Supt., Livonia Public Schools. Mr. Burton Warner was present. Mr. Warner informed Commissioners that the lots have been numbered differently from the original plat as approved by Commission April 16, 1957. Mr. Okerstrom asked whether there are sewer facilities that will be available for school. Mr. Warner stated that there is a sewer on Dowling Avenue that school could have access to. Mr. Benton Yates, Supt., Livonia Public Schools examined proposed first unit and stated in his opinion a 4' walk way will not be adequate to handle children when they are in a hurry. 00 Mr. Warner stated that it is his clients intent to put 5' walk way in. Mr. Walker stated that some of the members of the Commission feel that the entire walk way should be paved. I[: Mr. Warner stated that if the school wants it felt client would go along but felt 8' should be the maximum. Mr. Yates thought that more adequate. Mr. Okerstrom thought pavement should be 10' with a fence on either side to protect the property owners. Mr. Greene thought 8' ample with 1' on each side for fence. Mr. Miller stated he would like to see pavement to the fence but would not object to 8'. Mr. Lotz agreed to 8'. Mr. Kane stated all he could see is weeds on the 1' left. No one was present wishing to be heard either in favor of or opposed to first unit as presented. Mr. Greene asked Mr. Warner whether his client would be willing to go along with 10' pavement. Mr. Warner stated he thought he would but didn't think Commission should ask client to erect fence as part of the approval of the plat. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Lotz and unanimously carried, it was #9-273-57 RESOLVED that, City Planning Commission does hereby approve first unit of the proposed Schulgren Subdivision located approximately 1,000' .East of Newburg Road between Ann Arbor Trail and Joy Road in the South 1/2 ofSection 32 subject to a 10' walk way to school property being paved. . The Chairman pro tem declared the foregoing resolution adopted. The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was the proposed Bell Valley Subdivision located on the Northwest corner of Ashurst Road and Five Mile Road in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 16. The petitioner nor a representative was present. There was a lengthy discussion regarding a letter being forwarded to the petitioner requesting deeding of Outlots A and B to the City and informing petitioner that at the Study Meeting Rouge Building Company stated that they would submit Burton Hollow Estates Subdivision, No. 3 in order to expedite proposed subdivision. It was decided that Mr. Kropf would write such a letter and also request a waiver of the 60 day statuatory period contained in MSA 5.3005. • Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Greene, seconded by Mr. Kane and unanimously carried, it was iii .4/ 4 rV #9-274-57 RESOLVED that, City Planning Commission does hereby reserve , decision on the proposed Bell Valley Subdivision located in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 16 until September 24, 1957 at which time a Special Meeting will be held. The Chairman pro tem declared the foregoing resolution adopted. The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition No. V-21 by Claude F. and Nellie J. Brogden requesting that the 12' easement located in the rear of Lots 168 and 169, Storm and Fowler's Country Crest Subdivision located on the Southeast corner of Eight Mile Road and Oporto Avenue in the North- east 1/4 of Section 2 be vacated and that a 12' easement be created along the North and East lot line of Lot 168 and also along the North 12' of Lot 169. The secretary read letters dated September 16, 1957 from Jack E. Menig, Special Agent, Real Estate and Rights of Way Department, The Detroit Edison Company; dated August 27, 1957 from LaVern R. Schrader, Asst. City Engineer and Dave Meinzinger, Director of Public Works and dated August 19, 1957 from R. G. Eidson, Attorney, Michigan Bell Telephone Company. Mr. Donald C. Deremo, Attorney was present. Mr. Deremo stated he had been in touch with The Detroit Edison Company on several occasions and that this is the first indication that they have not been satisfied with relocation of easement. Cited several dates and names of individuals at The Detroit Edison Company he had been in contact with. Also had been informed that the 12' easement to be created along the North of Lot 169 was not necessary as they could bring poles out in their own right-of-way. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Kane and unanimously carried, it was fi #9-275-57 RESOLVED that, City Planning Commission does hereby table until September 24, 1957 Petition No. V-21 by Claude F. and Nellie J. Brogden requesting that a certain easement located in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 2 be vacated and that in the interim a letter be directed to The Detroit Edison Company requesting explanation of letter dated September 16, 1957 by Jack E. Menig, and that this Commission is going to take action September 24, 1957. The Chairman pro tem declared the foregoing resolution adopted. The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition M-76 by W. E. Steinmiller, W. 0. Steinmiller & Son Used Cars requesting permission to use Parcel 27G35a for used car purposes located on the North side of Plymouth Road approximately 575 feet West of Merriman Road in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 27. Messrs. W. E. Steinmiller and F. W. Miller, Attorney 2153 Penobscot Building, Detroit were present. Mr. Miller stated that there are three homes on the North side of Plymouth Road just West of Merriman Road. The one in question is 90' East of the bowling alley-the house is located on the West end of the property. Mr. Miller asked whether there would be a home between property in question and bowling alley. Mr. F. W. Miller stated there would not and that there are two homes immediately to the East. The property is 1161 wide and he thought the home would become a part of the proposed business. , !ft61 No one was present- wishing to be heard either in favor of or opposed to petition as presented. 11[: Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz and seconded by Ir. Miller, it was #9-276-57 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Heating having been held September 3, 1957 on Petition M-76 by W. E. Steinmiller, W. 0. Steinmiller & Son Used Cars for permission to operate a Used Car Business at 31550 Plymouth Road, the Planning Commission does hereby deny said petition on the grounds that the operation of such a business would be injurious to the residential property values of the residential parcels adjoining the proposed parcel in question, would likely interfere with the peaceful enjoyment of the surrounding residential owners because of the excessive noise, lights and business activity and would further create traffic problems along Plymouth Road which would be detrimental to the safety of the citizens of this city, and FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent to property owners within 500 feet, petitioner and City Departments as listed in the Proof of Service. Mr. Miller stated that just East of parcel in question parcel would be sold for some commercial use and that proposed use would not be out of line. Mr. Lotz stated he discussed this with home owners and they have no intent to sell for commercial use. Mr. Miller stated that within the last two years they have been approached and almost made deal except that there wasn't agreement on the price. Member of the family 96' West of property in question was one that told him this. Mr. Robert Miller stated that the fact still remains that this is a residential use and it is their home. A roll call vote on Resolution No. 9-276-57 resulted in the following: AYES: Greene, Okerstrom, Lotz, Walker and Miller NAYS: Kane The secretary announced that the next item on the agenda was Petition M-65 by Bernard Ratkos requesting permission to construct a one stall "modgular" gaso- line service station on Lots 14-18, Golden Ridge Subdivision located on the Northeast corner of Hix and Joy Roads in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 31. The petitioner nor a representative was present. The secretary read letter dated August 14, 1957 from Calvin Roberts, Chief Livonia Fire Department. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Lotz and unanimously carried, it was #9-277-57 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held August 20, 1957 the City Planning Commission does hereby deny Petition M-65 bBernard Ratkos requesting permission to C y construct a one stall nmodgularn gasoline service station on Lots 14-18, Golden Ridge Subdivision located on the Northeast corner of Hix and Joy Roads in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 31 in view of the fact petitioner nor a representative has appeared before Commission on two occasions, and FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent to the property owners within 500 feet, petitioner and City Departments as listed in the Proof of Service. The Chairman pro tem declared the foregoing resolution adopted. The secretary read letter dated September 9, 1957 from Marie W. Clark, City Clerk regarding proposed Bonnydale Subdivision, No. 2 located East of Flamingo Avenue approximately 250' North of Lyndon Avenue in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 23. Mr. Norman J. Cohen, Attorney, 828-30 Penobscot Building, Detroit was present. Mr. Lotz asked whether any changes have been made to plat since preliminary approval. Mr. Cohen stated none have been made to his knowledge. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Kane, seconded by Mr. Lotz and unanimously carried, it was #9-278-57 RESOLVED that, final plat of Bonnydale Subdivision, No. 2 located East of Flamingo Avenue approximately 250' North of Lyndon Avenue in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 23 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 17, 1956 and July 2, 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 August 22, 1957; and it further appearing that a bond in the amount of $90,000 to cover the installation of improvements has been filed in the office of the City Clerk under date of September 4, 1957; such bond having been approved by Charles J. Pinto, Asst. City Attorney on September 9, 1957 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 pro tem declared the foregoing resolution adopted. The secretary read letter dated September 16, 1957 from Marie W..Clark, City Clerk regarding the proposed Livonia Hills Estates Subdivision located on the South side of Eight Mile Road approximately 1,225 feet East of Haggerty Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 6. Mr. Harry E. Wolfe was present. Mr. Miller asked whether any changes had been made to plat since preliminary approval.- Mr. Wolfe stated that there had been no changes. Have conformed to letter from John S. Stock as requested and plat has been checked by Wayne County. 400 Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz, seconded by Mr. Kane and unanimously carried, it was #9-279-57 RESOLVED that, final plat of Livonia Hills Estates Subdivision located on the South side of Eight Mile Road approximately 1,225 feet East of Haggerty Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 6 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 April 2, 1957; and it further appear- ing that said proposed plat together with the plaza and specifications for improvements therein have been approved by the Department of Public Works under date of June 20, 1957; and it further appearing that $53,000 has been deposited in escrow with the City of Livonia to cover the installation of improvements 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 pro tem declared the foregoing resolution adopted. Upon a motion duly zde by Mr. Kane, seconded by Mr. Miller and unanimously carried, it was #9-280-57 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on June 18, 1957 and further discussion held September 10, 1957 on Petition No. Z-228 as submitted by Thomas Roperti for a change of zoning in the Southwest1/4 of Section 16 from AGB to R-3, the City Planning Commission does again hereby recommend to the City Council that Petition No. Z-228 be denied because request is spot zoning and it is not com- patible with the future growth of the houses that will be developed in this area, and FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in the official newspaper, The Livonian under date of May 29, 1957 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 pro tem declared the foregoing resolution adopted. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Lotz and seconded by "r. Kane, it was #9-281-57 RESOLVED that, statement dated September 6, 1957 from Albe Munson, Planning Consultant for $1,000 be approved and forwarded to the proper department for payment. A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following: AYES: Okerstrom, Kane, Lotz, Walker and Miller NAYS: None r..Zr Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Kane and seconded by Mr. MiThr, it was C` #9-282-57 RESOLVED that, statement dated September 6, 1957 from Albe Munson, Planning Consultant for $216.70 be approved and forwarded to the proper department for paymeht. A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following: AYES: Okerstrom, Kane, Lotz, Walker and Miller NAYS: None Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Miller and seconded by Mr. Kane, it was #9-283-57 RESOLVED that, statement from The Livonian, Inc. for $106.58 be approved and forwarded to the proper department for pay- ment. A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following: AYES: Okerstrom, Kane, Walker, Lotz and Miller NAYS: None On a motion duly made, seconded and unanimously adopted this Regular Meeting was duly adjourned at approximately 11:45 p.m., September 17, 1957. .OF / / c---) " , Robert L. Miller, Secretary ATTESTED: Ec : H. Paul Har ha, Vice-Chairman 1%[ 2 a es Walker, Chairman pro tem t_ 3