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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPLANNING MINUTES 1963-04-30 . 3711 MINUTES OF THE 161ST SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LIVONIA 11 3 On Tuesday, April 30, 1963 the City Planning Commission of.the•City of Livonia held the 161st Special Meeting at the Livonia City Hall, 33001 Five Mile Roads Livonia, Michigan. Mr. Edward Milligan, Vice-Chairman, acted as Chairman in the abaence of Mr. Charles Walker, and Balled the meeting to order at approximately 8:10 p.m. Members present: James Cameron, Dr. Daniel Allen, Dennis Anderson, Edward Milligan, Milton Ingold, W. E. Okerstrom. Members absent : Robert L. Angevine, Charles W. Walker Mr. David R. McCullough, City Planner, was present along with approximately 75 interested persons in the audience. Mr. W. E. Okerstrom acted as Secretary in the absence of Mr. R. L. Angevine. • Mr. McCulloughannounced the first item on the a genda was Petition Z-582 by Mary Lou Carrol requesting the rezoning of property located on the west side of Hailer approximately 1125 ft. north of Plymouth Road in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 24 (three lots with a total width of approximately 180 ft. and located on the west side of Haller at the point where Haller deadends) from R-1B to M-1. Public Hearing 4/16/63, item taken under advisement; study meeting 4/23/63. [1 Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Cameron, supported by Mr. Anderson, it was #4-68-63 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on Tuesday, April 16, 1963 on Petition Z-582 by Mary Lou Carrol for a change of zoning in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 24 from R-1B to M-1, the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council that Petition Z-583 be denied for the following reasons: (1) the housing on Haller is of such quality that it ought to be cleared in toto by urban renewal rather than impairing it by introducing a single inconsistent use; (2) the harm done to the area in this case outweighs the benefits received by the total community in the form of increased revenues FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in the official newspaper, The Livonian City Post under date of March 27, 1963 and notice of which hearing was sent to The Detroit Edison Co. , Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Co. , Michigan Bell Telephone Co. , The Consumers Power Co. , City Departments and petitioner as listed in the Proof of Service. Mr. Milligan read the resolution to the audience. 1 A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following: AYES: Allen, Ingold, Cameron, Anderson, Okerstrom and Milligan NAYS: None Mr. Milligan declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution is adopted= i 3712 Mr. McCullough announced the next item on the agenda is Petition Z-583 by Doyle 1[ Tippett, eta', who is requesting the rezoning of property located approximately 280 ft. West of Farmington and approxi- mately 425 ft. South of Plymouth Road in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 33 from RUFB to R-3. Public Hearing 4/16/63, item taken under advisement; study meeting 4/23/63. Mr. McCullough submitted a plan of how the land west of the proposed apartments could be utilized with additional roads. Mr. Cameron asked if the petitioner had been approached about building apartments on the east side of Farmington instead of the west side. Mr. Cameron was referring to the property around the Sheldon Center. The petitioner, Mr. Tippett, stated he hadn't thought of it. Mr. Okerstrom stated one question at the public hearing was in regard to a possible ingress and egress off of Plymouth Road. Mr. Tippett stated they owned Lot 204 which is located west of the present Big Boy Restaurant and this lot could be used for a road to extend from Plymouth Road to the proposed apartment site. **Mr. Robert L. Angevine arrived at approximately 8:20 p.m. and acted as Secretary for the taiance of the meeting. Mr. Milligan asked the petitioner if his time was limited? If not, perhaps this could be tabled in order that he could look into the possibility of considering the property around Sheldon Center for apartments. Mr. Tippett answered that any j tabling would slow them up because they would like to build as soon as possible. He stated that most people like to be settled by Fall so that the children could start the school term at the beginning. Mr. Milligan asked Mr. McCullough if a map had been prepared indicating the existing R-3 districts? Mr. McCullough answered he hadn't done so but he could make one up during recess if they cared to table this now until later in the evening. Mr. Milligan stated the tendency over the past few years has been to get land rezoned to R-3 and then not. use:it:.for R-3. The question was asked if perhaps a condition could be put into the resolution that this land would be reverted back to RUFB if it isn't used for R-3 in a specific time? Mr. Milligan stated this couldn't be done but it could always be rezoned back to RUFB. Mr. Angevine asked what about the lack of mile road frontage? Mr. McCullough stated the petitioner has indicated that he has property along Plymouth Road which he could use. Mr. Ingold stated he would like to see a map of the existing R-3 districts in Livonia before any more property is rezoned to R-3. He realized this didn't help the petitoner but it would give the Planning Commission a chance to see more clearly the presently existing R-3 zones. Mr. Milligan declared that this item would be taken under advisement until later in the evening at which time Mr. McCullough will have had time to prepare a map for examination of existing R-3 zones. Mr. McCullough announced the next item on thesgenda is Petition M-281 by Stan Turner requesting approval to conduct open air sales on property 3713 located on the south side of Seven Mile Road between Myron Irving on Lots 14 through 20 of the Seven Mile Super Highway Subdivision located in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 9. Public Hearing 4/16/63, item taken under advisement. Land Mr. Stan Turner was prsent .along-with Mr. P. Barth, his agent. Upon a motion duly made by Dr. Allen, supported by Mr. Angevine, it was #4-69-63 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on Tuesday, April 16, 1963 the City Planning Commission does hereby grant Petition M-281 by Stan Turner requesting approval to conduct open air sales on property located on the south side of Seven Mile Road between Myron and Irving in the Northeast 1/4 of Section._9 in accordance with the Site Plan dated April 30, 1963 and designated as Exhibit "A" and the petitioner is cautioned that the parking arrangement as shown thereon must be maintained, 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. Ingold asked if the proposed building was to be of cement block construction? Mr. Turner stated it would be but the front and sides would be of brick. There would be plumbing facitilities inside of said building. A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following: 11110 AYES: Allen, Ingold, Cameron, Anderson, Okerstrom, Angevine and Milligan NAYS: None Mr. Milligan declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution is adopted. Mr. McCullough announced the next item on the agenda was Petition M-282 by Robert J. Hawthorne requesting approval to use property for a gold driving range located north of Schoolcraft Road approximately 700 ft. east of Middlebelt Road in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 24. This is to be located between Cloverlanes Bowling and the property on the northeast corner of Middlebelt and Schoolcraft Roads. Mr. Robert Hawthorne was present. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Ingold, supported by Mr. Okerstrom, it was #4-70-63 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on Tuesday, April 16, 1963 the City Planning Commission does hereby deny Petition M-282 by Robert J. Hawthorne requesting approval to use property for a golf driving range located north of Schoolcraft Road approximately 700 ft. east of Middlebelt Road in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 24 for the following reasons: E (1) considering the present zoning and platting, the proposed range is too close to the lots in proposed Lawr-E1 Subdivision from the safety standpoint; (2) because the proposed use is an attractive nuisance, it is too close to too many existing houses resulting in a hazard to neighborhood children; • 3 714 (3) the lights would tend to disturb the peaceful use and enjoyment of nearby residences. (4) trailers are not permitted by Section 5.02(1) 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, Milligan read the resolution to the audience. A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following: AYES: Allen, Ingold, Cameron, Anderson, Okerstrom, Angevine and Milligan NAYS: None Mr. Milligan declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution is adopted. Mr. McCullough announced the next item on the agenda is Petition M-283 by the Cheyenne Building Company requesting approval to erect a Drive-In Restaurant cu -property located on the north side of Five Mile Road between Merriman and Bainbridge (in the Shopping Center) in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 14. Public Hearing 4/16/63 item taken under advisement. Mr. Harry Spoon and Mr. Herb Spoon were present as petitioners. They were informed of the requirement of a three foot wall to be erected around the perimeter, except at exits and entrances, of the proposed drive-in. Mr. Harry Spoon questioned the E need for a three foot wall around the area. He was informed that this wall would prevent debris, papers, etc. , from blowing into the surrounding area. A representative from the McDonald Company which intends to lease the drive-in building stated that his company might object to this three foot wall. This was the first time this had ever been requested of them. After a brief discussion, the petitioners agreed to the three foot wall. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Okerstrom, supported by Mr. Anderson and unanimously adopted, it was #4-71-63 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on Tuesday, April 16, 1963 the City Planning Commission does hereby grant Petition M-283 by the Cheyenne Building Company requesting approval to erect a Drive-In Restaurant on property located on the north side of Five rile Road between Merriman and Bainbridge (in the Shopping Center) in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 14 subject, however, to the following conditions: (1) that a continuous concrete curb be installed around the perimeter of the land sought to be used; said curb to be 3 feet inside the wall required in Condition #5; (2) that a dip be installed near the intersection of any drive within the shop center and in any exit from the drive-in. The dip design sh'3.1 be approved by Department of Engineering and its purpose shall be to reduce the speed of traffic entering the shop center; (3) that no outside light shall be higher than the existing buildings and i shall be reflected away from surrounding residences; (4) that some suitable rubbish receptacle shall be erected which shall be obscured from public view; (5) that a continuous wall 3 feet high in accordance with the Protective Wall Ordinance shall be erected around the perimeter (except at exits and • . 3715 entrances) which shall serve to retain paper and debris, FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was sent to property li: owners within 500 feet, petitioner and City Departments as listed in the Proof of Service. Mr.. Milligan declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution is adopted. Mr. McCullough asked that the next item which is a revision of the Country Homes Estates Subdivision #2 located in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 17, east of Newburgh Road and north of Five Mile Road, be taken under advisement until the next meeting. All the information pertaining to the revision had not been compiled as yet. Mr. McCullough announced the next item on the agenda was a determination under Section 3.06 of the Zoning Ordinance of correct location of commercial line on the south side of Five Mile Road between Garden and Haller in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 24. Mr. Walter Abraham who had asked for the determination was present. He was representing Carl Goers, the title holder of the lots in question. Mr. McCullough presented the zoning map when the Township was made into a City at which time the property in question was zoned C-2. He also presented the zoning map at the time the Zoning Ordinance was officially adopted along with the Zoning Map, in 1952 which indicated that the property was zoned R-1B as it is presently. Mr. Milligan asked if the toning amendments were checked to determine if a change had been made. Mr. McCullough answered there had been no change. 1 Mr. Cameron stated there were three lots twenty feet wide. He asked how could it be zoned for anything but commercial at that width? He could not feature a residence on a 20 ft. lot. Mr. Angevine stated that years ago lots were 20 ft. wide and developers would use as many 20 ft. lots as they needed. Mr. Okerstrom stated there were 20 ft. lots fronting on Middlebelt Road also in this same subdivision. Mr. Iabraham stated he had a letter signed by four other owners of property in the area stating that this property was zoned for C-2 and that there had never been a rezoning on the property. These letters were signed by Clarance Jahn, Jess Ziegler, Walter Abraham and Floyd Hopkins. Mr. Milligan asked if other owners in the area have been heard from with regard to the zoning? Mr. McCullough stated that adjoining property owners were present. Mr. C. Richardson, 29015 Five Mile Road, stated it was their recollection that this property is zoned residential. The records at the County Building indicate it is residential. They have paid residential taxes upon the property since they purchased it. He continued by stated that Mr. C. Goers, owner of the property in question obtained the property on a tax sale and has been paying residential taxes. 1[40 Mrs. Harder, 15192 Paderewski, stated they had always been told this property was residential. They purchased the property in 1912 from Mr. Goers himself and he assured them at that time that it was residential and it was doubtful if it could be used for commercial. She stated the tin smith and the barber in the area had to obtain signatures from other property owners so they could use the property for their L 3716 businesses. 11 Mr. Milligan stated the Township Map of 1950 shows this property to be zoned C-2. He asked Mr. McCullough if the modifications prior to that date were checked? Mr. A McCullough stated that there were no towbshit, records available in the office. Dr. Allen asked what are the chances Of anyone building a home on this property even if it is still zoned residential? Mr. Milligan statedt he records were vague. There are property owners who live on the property and they understand it to be residential but on the other hand there is one property owner who feels it is commercial.and he should be able to use it as such. . He stated there was a question in his mind as to -when-this property was changed if ever and because of this,this should be looked into further. Mr. Angevine stated that since mast of this property had _been RUF originally, and this particular corner of Section 24 is now R1B, he would assume that there must have been a petition to rezone this area to R1B. Mr. Okerstrom asked Mr. Middlewood, Acting Chief for the Building Department, if he was aware of a map indicating a change to R-1B? Mr. Middlewood stated he had maps which showed it as Commercial and Residential. At one time when the Township Map was first enacted in 1945, it shows this as C-2 down to Garden Street. Mr. Goers has known about this difference in the map for some time. The line is vague. He felt the line was left off mistakenly when the map was drawn up at the time Livonia became a City. Mr. Middlewood suggested that he could 88 go to his office and get these maps if the .`�. Commission would give him a little time. Mr. Miliigenodeclared that this item would be taken under advisement until Mr. Middlewood has had time to procure the necessary maps. Mr. McCullough announced the next item on the agenda was a Revision of Kimberly Oaks Subdivision #4 located on the east and west sides of Hubbard Road in the South half of Section 22. Mr. George Pastor was present. Mr. McCullough explained to those present that when the plat was originally approved, there were no lots backing up to the proposed park site. Also at that time there had been a discussion relative to a swimming pool club next to the park site. Sime the approval of the plat, the swimming pool club has been dropped. Because of this there is now a question of whether or not to allow the lots to back into the park site and have the developer pave Hubbard or not allowing him to back the lots into the park site and having the City pave Hubbard at this point. The question was asked if this changed the size of the proposed park site? Mr. Pastor answered that there was a change, the park site is now larger. It has been increased from 3.54 acres to 3.661 acres. 111, Mr. Okerstrom asked if the park site has been dedicated to the city as yet. Mr. McCullough answered that the deed will go to the Council tomorrow night. The Planning Commission members examined the original plat approved previously and the present plat before the Commission. Mr.Okerstrom questioned the property along Schoolcraft not being included in the plat. • 3717 Mr. Pastor informed the Commission that he hoped to have a swimming pool club where the retention basin is now located. This was on the west side of Hubbard Road. Also he hoped to have the property on the east side of Hubbard along Schoolcraft zoned to R-3 for apartments, if the expressway goes thio ugh. He felt that if the express- II1 way does go. through, this area, would not be feasible for one-family residences, it would only be good for apartments. This is his reason for not including it in the plat. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Okerstrom, supported by Mr. Ingold and unanimously adopted, it was #4-72-63 RESOLVED that, after considering the request of Gecrge Pastor, President of the Mahlen Land Corporation, the City Planning Commission does hereby grant approval to the revised plan of the preliminary plat of the proposed Kimberly Oaks Subdivision #4 located on the east and west sides of Hubbard Road in the South half of Section 22, said revision being entitled, "Revised as to Allen Avenue and lots North of Allen Avenue and East of Hubbard Road" and identified by the signature of the proprietor, George Pastor, and dated April 30, 1963, subject, however, to the following: (1) that a letter be received from the City Attorney sating that no new public hearing is necessary because of said revisions, and also, approval is granted, subject, to the conditions prevailing on the original preliminary approval of said plat, under City Planning Commission's Resolution #1-3-63 dated January 8, 1963. Mr. Milligan declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution is adopted. Mr. McCullough announced that Mr. Middlewood had returned and that the item relative to the property along Five Mile Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 24 would be discussed at this time. Mr. Middlewood presented a tentative zoning map of the Township of Livonia, dated 1941 which indicated the property to be zoned R-1. There was also a Township map dated1942 which indicated the property to be R-1. In 1945, it was zoned C-2, as shown on still another map. He presented a fourth map - the map adopted when the Zoning Ordinance was adopted, in 1952 which indicated the property to be coned R-1. There was a very lengthy discussion during which Mr. Abraham presented subdivision restrictions for this property which stated that lots on Five Mile Road could be used for commercial purposes. Mr. Milligan read these restrictions to Mrs. Harder and Mr. Richardson. Mr. Ingold felt that it wasn't the Planning Commission's jurisdiction to make this determination that possibly the Legal Department should do this. Mr. Milligan stated that on matters of boundaries of zoning, it is the responsibility of the Planning Commission as stated in Section 3.06. Mr. Abraham stated he had contacted the Department of Law and they inmrmed him it was up to the Planning Commission. Mr. Okerstrom asked if the Planning Commission was bounded by the map as it is and since the City became a city? In other words the latest map. Mr. Milligan answered that there is a possibility of an error on the latest map. This is why this is before the Commission now. The petitioner has stated that at one time it was zoned Commercial - that is on the Township Map. • 3718 Mr. Abraham stated the City map adopted was taken from the Township map and it was IIC-2 at that time. He could verify this because he himself had been on the Zoning 4 Board of Appeals at that time. He stated he has a letter from Mr. Goers dated January 9, 1962 stating he questioned the zoning at that time. Mr. Ingold stated his feeling was that possibly the only practical zoning for the area would be commercial but from what he has heard and seen it appears the intent was that this area be residential at the time the people purchased their homes. He stated he felt that it was still zoned residential. Mr. Angevine brought out the point that the dashed lines on the area in question could possible mean alleys- this is further verified in another area on the map at W. Chicago and Inkster. Mr. Milligan further explained this to the audience and commission. He stated that it was possible that in drawing up the official City Zoning Map from the Township Map that an error was made in interpreting the C-2 boundary. Mr. Anderson felt that he could not see it as arything but residential and it has not been used for anything but residential since the ' official zoning map was adopted in 1952. Because of this he would be inclined to feel that it should be R-1B between Paderewski and Garden. Mr. Ingold stated he would have to concur with Mr. Anderson. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Anderson, supported by Mr. Ingold, it was #4- 73-63 RESOLVED that, having considered the request from Walter Abraham for a determination of the correct location of commercial line on the south side of Five Mile Road between Garden and Haller in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 24, and pursuant, also, to Section li 3.06 of Ordinance No. 60 of the City of Livonia, there having arisen considerable controversey as to the true location of the commercial boundary, the City Planning Commission does hereby determine that the true line extends only from Middlebelt Road to Paderewski and all land east of Paderewski is now zoned residential. Mr. Milligan relinquished the Chair to Mr. Angevine. Mr. Milligan declared that as much as he appreciated the fact that this land has developed as residential and has maintained itself as non-commercial he was concerned that what has happened is in truth an error in transcribing the original 1952 Zoning Map from the Township Map . He felt that when this property was originally platted it had been the intent to use the lots on Five Mile Road for commercial. He personally felt that the error was made in designating this property upon an interpretation of the draftsman who drew the first City Map of where the commercial boundary and the alley line were suppose to be. He concluded by stating that when the vote comes up he would have to vote in favor of the commercial. Mr. Milligan resumed es Chairman. Mr. Okerstrom asked Mr. Milligan if he would be in favor of carrying the commercial deeper into the residential to Garden Street? I[: Mr. Milligan said that his statements were made not based on how he would like the land developed or zoned. His statements were based on hew he interpreted the various zoning maps submitted tonight. A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the foil owing: 3719 AYES: Ingold, Anderson, Okerstrom and Angevine NAYS: Allen, Cameron and Milligan Mr. Milligan declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution is adopted. Mr. McCullough announced the next item was Petition Z-583 by Doyle Tippet, etal requesting a rezoning of certain property located south of Plymouth and west of Farmington in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 33 from RUFB to R-3. This petition had been taken under advisement earlier in the evening until Mr. McCullough could draw up a map designating the existing R-3 Districts in the City. After carefully examing the existing areas Mr. Milligan stated the floor was open for a motion to approve or deny the petition. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Okerstrom, supported by Dr. Allen, it was #4-74-63 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on Tuesday, April 16, 1963 on Petition Z-583 by Doyle Tippett, etal for a change of zoning in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 33 from RUFB to R-3, the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council that Petition Z-583 be granted for the following reasons: (1) that by positioning the additional purchasing power this close to Sheldon Center it may help Sheldon Center to retain its tenants and find new ones for its empty stores; II (2) that there are acres of virtually landlocked area which could be opened up by this project, and J FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in the official newspaper, The Livonian, City Post under date of March 27, 1963 and notice of which hearing was sent to The Detroit Edison Company, Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company, Michigan Bell Telephone Co. , The Consumers Power Co. , City Departments and petitioner as listed in the Proof of Service. Mr. Ingold asked if the petitioner has indicated that he can not wait until he finds out if he could possibly use the property on the opposite side of Farmington around the Sheldon Center property? Mr. Milligan answered that the petitioner has indicated he would n^t .like to be held up because of the summer months approaching. Dr. Allen asked if it was possible to rezone this property back to RUFB if it turned out that this property is not used for apartments? Mr. Milligan stated that the Planning Commission could make a motion to hold another public hearing to rezone the property back to RUFB. A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following: AYES: Allen, Ingold, Anderson, Okerstrom l[mg NAYS: Cameron, Angevine and Milligan Mr. Milligan declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution is adopted. 3720 Mr. McCullough announced the next item on the agenda is TA-93 by Frank & Adolph Rovsek seeking approval to remove topsoil from property located on the south side of Six Mile Road approximately half- 3 way between Farmington and Newburgh Roads, and/or 600 feet west of Riverside Drive (Burton Hollow Estates Subdivision #3) in the proposed Golfview Meadows Subdivision in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 17. Public Hearing 3/5/63, item taken under advisement; study meeting 4/2/63. Mr. Rocyski is present representing Mr. Volk. Mr. McCullough stated that the approval of the topsoil application will have nothing to do with the suit pending at the present time. This suit was brought about due to the fact that the developer had proceeded to remove topsoil without the benefit of approval by the City. Mr. McCullough stated the suit was started on April 9th and may drag on for several months. He submitted a recommendation from the City Engineer dated April 30, 1963 recommending approval. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Cameron, supported by Mr. Ingold, it was #4-75-63 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on Tuesday, March 5, 1963, the City Planning Commission does hereby grant Application TA-93 by Frank Volk and Adolph Rovsek requesting permission to remove topsoil from property located on the south side of Six Mile Road approximately halfway between Farmington and Newburgh Roads, and/or 600 feet west of Riverside Drive (Burton Hollow Subdivision #3) in the proposed Golfview Meadows Subdivision in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 17, subject, however, to the following: [ (a) that the applicant shall not at any time allow water to collect on the subject property or on adjoining property and at all times shall maintain adequate drainage; (b) that the applicant shall not excavate below the grade of any proposed subdivision streets; (c) that the applicant shall at all times comply with all traffic requirements established by the Police Department; (d) that the applicant shall be obligated to seed all of the land from which topsoil has been removed with some seed acceptable to the Department of Parks & Recreation unless at the time the applicant petitions for the release of the topsoil bond that the Planning Commission relieves the petitioners of this obligation, and FURTHER RESOLVED, that the applicant deposit with the City Clerk a corporate surety bond at $500.00 per acre for seventy-six acres (76) or $38,000.00 which bond shall be for at least a one year period, and THAT, the period for which the permit herein, authorized shall be for a period of one year or period not to exceed the expiration date of the bond as required therein, whichever is the shorter period, and THAT, the applicant shall apply for and obtain the permit herein authorized within thirty (30) days from the date of this resolution, 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 dates of February 25, 1963 and April 30, 1963 and from the Police Department under date of Februe y 21, 1963. 3721 Mr. McCullough announced the next item on the agenda was a request from David Phipps and Lawrence Schecter dated April 24, 1963 for approval of a revised site plan of apartments previously approved under Petition M-277. Mr. David Phipps and Mr. Schecter were present. Mr. Schecter presented revised plans of the proposed apartments to be located on the Northwest corner of Wayne and Ann Arbor Trail in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 33. He stated that they had recently changed architects and the present architect didn't approve of the original plan. The plan presented tonight is the result of his recommendations. The new plan consistscf five byildings instead of three but with the same number of units. The advantage of this that the green area is contiguous rather than separated in smaller portions. It was felt that the entire development would appear to give a more residential appearance . The new plan has more parking sites. Mr. Schecter continued by stating they had presented this new plan to the Police Department and Sgt. Thorne indicated it was a better plan because the oroginal plan presented a temptation to motorists to use the connecting road within the area as a short-cut to avoid the traffic light at the intersection of Wayne and Ann Arbor Trail. He stated that the Fire Department has also approved the new plan. Captain Perry did suggest that the driveway be increased to 65 ft. to facilitate the fire trucks. This revision is shown on the new plan. Mr. Schecter concluded by asking approval of the revised apartment plan. Members of the Commissinn examined the revised plan. Mr. Anderson suggested that the parking area be examined more closely. He felt it was a little bit tight for cars Ito maneuver. Mr. Schecter agreed to make this change. It was thought that this could ibe done very easily by simply moving a building or two a few feet to accommodate the ; parking area. Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Okerstrom, supported by Mr. Angevine, it was #4-76-63 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a request dated April 24, 1963 from David Phipps and Lawrence Schecter for approval on revised plans for apartments (originally approved under Petition M-277 on March 19, 1963) to be located north of Ann Arbor Trail and West of Wayne Road in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 33, the City Planning Commission does hereby approve the revised plan , subject, however, to the following conditions: (1) that all sidewalks be moved in all cases at least five feet from all buildings and (2) The Building Department is advised that several parking spaces as shown on the revised site plan are not useable and therefore can not be counted in the minimum parking spaces required. A voll call vote on the foregoing resolution resulted in the following: AYES: Allen, Ingold, Cameron, Anderson, Okerstrom, Angevine and Milligan NAYS: None lMr. Milligan declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resolution is adopted. 3722 Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Okerstrom, supported by Mr. Ingold and unanimously adopted, the City Planning Commission does hereby adjourn the 161st Special Meeting at approximately 10:55 p.m. on Tuesday, April 30, 1963. , CITY PLANNING COMMISSION ,/:?,97aR. L. Angevi , Secretary ATTESTED: -411111.1.1 , . . / 77- AY .------- Edward G. Milligan, Vice-Chairs-n, Chairman-pro tem