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MINUTES OF THE 171ST REGULAR MEETING, THE 196TH SPECIAL MEETING
AND A PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF LIVONIA
at Tuesday, February 16, 1965, the City Planning Commission of the City of
Livonia, held the 171st Regular Meeting, a Public Hearing, and the 196th Special
Meeting at the Livonia City Hall, 33001 Five Mile Road, Livonia, Michigan.
Mr. Charles W. Walker, Chairman, called the 171st Regular Meeting to order at
approximately 8:15 p.m. with approximately 15 interested persons present in the
audience.
Members present: Raymond W. Tent Charles W. Walker Donald C. Pollock
James Cameron Harry Henry Wrightman John J. Ward
Members absent: Donald Heusted Bob R. Whitehead
Messrs. Don Hull, Planning Director; John Nagy, Assistant Planning Director; and
Milton Firestone, Assistant City Attorney, were present.
Mr. Ward presided as Secretary in the absence of Mr. Whitehead.
Mr. Ward announced the first item on the agenda is Petition 2-657 by
Allan Shelden III, Shelden Land Company, requesting the rezoning of
property located between Woodring and Loveland, approximately 405 feet
South of Plymouth Road and adjacent to the R-3 zoning on the east side
of Farmington Road next to the Shelden Shopping Center in the Northwest
1PO 1/4 of Section 34, from C-2, R-2 and R-1 to R-3. Study Meetings 9/22/64,
10/27/64, 11/5/64, 11/24/64, 1/26/65 and 2/9/65. Public Hearing 9/1$/64.
The petitioner nor a representative was present.
Mr. Walker stated commission has before it a pettion for change of Zoning to R-3,
but because of engineering problems petitioner is unable to go ahead with plans.
It is developers intent to build single family residences in a R-3 area. Land
is presently platted in 55+ lots. In a C-2 District, developer is unable to build
single family homes, theref-'re petitioner has to have a residential zoning
classification. Commission"can do one of three things: (1) hold petition up;
(2) deny petition; or (3) approve petition.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Tent and seconded by Mr. Wrightman, it was
t2 at-65 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
September 15, 1964, on Petition Z-657 as submitted by
Allan Shelden III, Shelden Land Company, for a change of zoning
on property located between Woodring and Loveland, approximately
405 feet south of Plymouth Road and adjacent to the R-3 zoning
on the east side of Farmington Road next to the Shelden Shopping
Center in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 34, from C-2, R-2 and R-1
to R-3, the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the
City Council that Petition Z-657 be denied because the engineer-
ing problems in this area have not been resolved and increased
runoff caused by increased density can be detrimental to the
area, and
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FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in the
official newspaper, Livonian Observer and City Post, under date of
August 26, 1964 and notice of which hearing was sent to the Detroit
Edison Company, The, Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company, Michigan Bell
' Telephone Company, The dtohSumers Power Company, City Departments and
petitioner as listed in the Proof of Service.
Mr. Walker stated that commission will be denying the R-3 zoning classification
but that the plat remains and developer can plat on 551 lots single family
residences.
Mr. Hull stated that the Majority of the land is zoned C-2 and just a small
portion is R-l'and R-2. Developer will be able to build approximately teh hones
at the most. His next mole Would be to return to commission for a change to
residential classification.
A roll call vote on Resolution Not 2-28-65 resulted in the following:
AYES: Tent1 Wrightman, Cameron, Pollock] Ward and Walker
NAYS: None
The Chairman, Mr. Walker, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing
resolution is adopted.
IL Mr. Ward announced the next item on the agenda is Petition Z-661 by
Luther and Gladys Lentz requesting the rezoning of property located on
the north side of Ann Arbor Trail approximately 450 feet west of Ann
Arbor Road, in the Northeast1/4 ofSection 31, from R-1-B and Ps to R-3.
Public Hearing 1013/64. octal Meeting 11/17/64. Study Meetings 1/12/65,
1/26/65, and 2/9/65. Re r Meeting 1/19/65.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Cameron, seconded by Mr. Wrightman, it was
#2-29-65 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
October 13, 1964, on Petition Z-661 as submitted by
Luther G. and Gladys Lentz for a change of zoning on the north
side of Ann Arbor' ail approximately 450 feet west of Ann Arbor
Road, in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 31, from R1B and PS to R-3,.
the City Planning Commission does hereby recommend to the City
Council that Petition Z-661 be granted subject to the letter
dated February 11, 1965 from Robert E. Childs, Attorney for the
petitioners, for the following reasons:
(1) This area is adjacent to a large park so a slight increase
in density would not be detrimental to the adjacent
area, and
(2) Approximately one third of the area covered by this
proposed development is presently zoned R-3 and the grant-
ing of the additional zoning change is a logical
t consolidation of land use, and
(3) A review of the proposed development indicates that it will
be of high calibre and an asset to the City of Livonia, and
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FURTHER RESOLVED) notice of the above hearing was published i.n the
official newspapers Livoniatt Observer and City Post, under date of
September 16, 1964 and notice of which hearing was sent to the Detroit
Edison Company, The Chesapeake. & Ohio Railway Company, Michigan
Bell Telephone Company, The Consumers Power Company, City Departments
and petitioners es listed in the Proof of Service..
Mr6 Ward asked how this pf'oposed de'elopnieht Compare with g single khily
residence on pibt. Mr. Htill stated 24 t es as haich as single !' sidenbesl HowdVer,
thi will be more bis ah ebontihiic asset than it it was developed in single Fainly
residences.
Mr. Ward questioned whether cbmtissiori shouldn't give the Cchool Board an
opportunity to protest. kr. Hull stated he felt commission should take action on
request. There would be less children because of the one bedrobm units.
Mr► Tent questioned nurtber of units* it was established there will be 32 one
bedroom units and 32 two bedroom units.
Mr. Ward requested that copy of commission's approval action be sent to the
School Board. Stated he would like to call this to their attention to give them
an opportunity to make comment if they want to. Mr. Walker directed the secretary
to forward special letter to School Board with copy of resolution so that if they
want to make comment to the City Council they can.
A roll call vote on Resolution No. 2-29-65 resulted in the following:
AYES: Wrightman, Cameron, Pollock, Tent, Ward, and Walker
NAYS: None
The Chairman, Mr. Walker, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing
resolution is adopted.
Mr. James Murphy, representing Shelden Land Company, was present regarding
Petition Z-657 by Allan Shelden III, Shelden Land Company, for
change of zoning classification in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 34.
Mr. Murphy stated that he was mistaken about the location of this meeting and was
at the Planning Commission Office. Understood that action has been taken on the
petition; however, if there are any alternatives he would like to her them.
Mr.Walker stated it was his understanding that petitioner is not going to build
multiple dwellings. Mr. Murphy stated they are willing to build single family
homes in a R-3 zoning classification if the commission will grant petition as
submitted. It will take three to four months to be processed through the
Planr..g Commission and City Council if a new petition has to be filed and even
more time before a model can be started. Willing to put it in writing that
developer is going to build single family homes in R-3 area. Cannot build single
family homes in C-2 area. Will submit letter at the time petition is submitted to
City Council. The restrictions will be changed in subdivision.
1[3 Mr. Tent asked whether developer intends to build on 55' lots. Mr. Murphy stated
they intend to build pn 55' lots as platted.
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No further action was taken on Petition Z-657.
Mr. Ward announced the next item on the agenda is Petition Z-671 by Joseph A.
Bojanczyk requesting the rezoning of property located on the east side
of Merriman Road between Plymouth Road and Orangelawn in the Northwest
1/4 of Section 35, from RUFB to Pg. Public Hearing 1/6/65.
Study Meeting 1/26/65 and 2/9/65.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Wrightman, seconded by Mr. Tent and unanimously
adopted, it was
#2-30-65 RESOLVED that, pursuant to a Public Hearing having been held on
Januay 5, 1965, on Petition Z-671 as submitted by
Joseph A. Bo.anczyk for a change of zoning on the east side of
Merriman Road, between Plymouth Road and Orangelawn in the
Northwest 1/4 of Section 35, from RUFB to PS, the City Planning
Commission does hereby recommend to the City Council that
Petition ; 71 be denied for the following reasons:
(1) It is in conflict with the existing residential
neighborhood, and
(2) This quantity of PS zoning in this area is
excessive and cannot be justified, and
(3) The intended uses if the PS zoning were granted
are not logical for a parcel of this size, and
(4) The additional traffic generated by a large quantity
of PS zoning in this area could be detrimental to
the adjacent development and conflict with the
existing flow of traffic on Merriman Road, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, notice of the above hearing was published in.
the official newspaper, Livonian Observer and City Post, under
date of December 16, l96 -, and notice of which hearing was sent
to the Detroit Edison Cohipany, The Chesapeake & Ohio Railway
Company, Michigan Bell Telephone Company, The Consumers Power
Company, City Departments and petitioner as listed in the Proof
of Service.
The Chairman, Mr. Walker, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing
resolution is adopted.
Mr. Ward announced the next item on the agenda is final approval of Golfview
Meadows Subdivision, No. 2 located on the south side of Six Mile Road,
approximately 4,000 feet east of Newburgh between Farmington Road
and Newburgh Roads in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 17 and the Northwest
1/4 of Section 16.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Wrightman, seconded by Mr. Tent and unanimously
adopted, it was
#2-31-65 RESOLVED that, the final plat of Golfview Meadows Subdivision, No. 2
located in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 17 and the Northwest 1/4
of Section 16 be given final approval for the following reasons:
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(1) It is consistent with the previously approved preliminary
plat, and
(2) It is of sufficient calibre to warrant our approval, and
(3) It is not in conflict with any of the ordinances of the
City of Livonia, and
(4) The required bond has been established and placed with
the city, and
FURTHER RESOLVED, inasmuch as it appears on the records that
tentative approval of said proposed plat was given by theCity
Planning Commission February 4, 1964; and it further appearing
that said proposed plat together with plans and specifications
for improvements therein have been approved by theDepartment
of Public Works under date of June 17, 1964; and it further
appearing that the financial assurances required in, City Council
Resolution #06-64 adopted June 17, 1964 have been filed with
the City Clerk as confirmed by a letter dated February 16, 1965
from Addison W. Bacon, City Clerk, 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, Mr. Walker, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing
re. ,lution is adopted.
Mr. Ward announced the next item on the agenda is consideration of motion by
1[; the Planning Commission to petition itself to hold a public hearing
to adopt the open space p plan for Section 19 as a part of the Master
Park and Recreation Plan for the City of Livonia.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Cameron, seconded by Mr. Wrightman and
unanimously adopted, it was
#2-32-65 RESOLVED that, pursuant to the provisions of Act 285 of the Public
Acts of Michigan, 1931, as amended, the City Planning Commission of
the City of Livonia on its own motion does hereby establish and
order that a Public Hearing be held in the City Hall of the City of
Livonia, to determine whether or not the Master Park and
Recreation Plan of the City of Livonia should be amended so as to
provide for the incorporation of the park lands as indicted by
Parcel A on the proposed development study for Section 19 dated
December, 1964, which Parcel A is described as follows:
The west 450 feet of the following described parcel: That part
of the N.W. 1/4 of Section 19, T. 1 S., R. 9 E., City of Livonia,
Wayne County, Michigan, described as beginning at a point on the
W line of said section distant S 00 16' 208 E, 698.43 ft. from
the N.W. corner of Sec. 19 and proceeding thence N 890 334 40tt
E, 1260.58 ft. ; thence S 00 164 20t4 E, 1096.36 ft.; thence S 890
564 288W, 1260.45 ft.; thence N. 00 164 20814 along the W. section
line 1088.0 ft. to the point of beginning, and
111:11; the west 450 fett of the south 37.94 feet of the following
described parcel: The North 20.0 acres of the W 1/2 of the N.W.
1/4 of Section 19, T. 1 S., R. 9 E., City of Livonia, Wayne County,
Michigan, except that part thereof described as beginning at a
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point on the North line of said section distant N. 89° 46' 40" E,
679.30 ft. from the N .W. corner of Section 19 and proceeding
thence N 890 46' 40" E along said N. line 580.0 ft.; thence S
0° 11' 20" E, 697.80 ft.; thence S 890 441 47" W, 250.0-Kt; thence
N 0° 11' 20" W, 37.94 ft.; thence S 89°46' 40" W, 330.0 ft.;
thence N. 0° 11' 20" W, 660.0 ft. to the point of beginning.
Total acreage, 11.63 acres)
This property is located on the west side of Eckles Road approxi-
mately 670 feet south of Five Mile Road and is part of Parcels 19F1c
and 19G1.
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, that notice of time and place of said public
hearing shall be published in a newspaper of general circulation in
the City of Livonia and that a notice by registered mail be sent to
each public utility or railt;_ad c°anpany owning or operating any public
utility or railroad within the City of Livonia in accordance with the
provisions of Act 285 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1931, as
amended.
A roll call vote on the foregoing resolution resited in the following:
AYES: Tent, Wrightman, Cameron, Pollock, Ward and Walker
NAYS: None
Mr. Walker, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing resp;;ution
is adopted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Tent, seconded by Mr. Wrightman and, unanimously
adopted, it was
#2-33-65 RESOLVED that, the City Planning Commission does hereby approve
minutes of meetings held January 5 and January 19, 1965.
Mr. Walker, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing
resolution is adopted.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Wrightman, seconded by Mr. Cameron and unanimously
adopted, the City Planning Commission does hereby adjourn the 171st Regular
Meeting held on Tuesday, February 16, 1965 at approximately 8:40 p.m.
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Mr. Walker, Chairman, called the Public Hearing to order at approximately 9:00
p.m. with approximately 60 interested persons in the audience in addition to those
present at the Regular Meeting and Mr. Daniel R. Andrew, Coordinator, Industrial
Development Commission.
Mr. Ward announced the first item on the agenda is Petition Z-674 by the City
Planning Commission requesting the rezoning of property located from
Cindy to the commercial property south of Plymouth Road in Section 33
from RUFB to R-1-A.
Mr. James Jeffery, 34201 Orangelawn, stated there are 140 names on the petition
for this rezoning. All residents that signed petition felt the same way that
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this area should be changed. Referred to two existing dog kennels in area that
cannot be restricted under the present zoning. There are more two acre lots
in area and do not want to see more dog kennels. Have been advised that having
zoning classification changed is the only way to handle this type of situation.
Mr. James Mudge, 33550 Hathaway, stated he signed petition but that he is not
particularly in favor of rezoning to R-1. However, this is the only way
residents can protect themselves.
Mr. Hull stated at the study meeting, commission was not in favor of zoning
change in this area of this magnitude and thought there may be another means of
solving residents problem. Suggested amending ordinance co allow kennels in
areas larger than two acres.
Mr. Leon VanCamp, 9616 Stark Road, referred to taxes on a parcel 60'x120' as
compared to parcel one acre in size. Taxes based on size of i arcel and foresaw
increase in taxes for residents because of change of zoning. Asked if this isn't
true. Mr. Firestone stated he didn't know for sure but generally the tax
assessment is based on land value and what can be gotten for property. If you
are dealing with open area where a subdivision can occur the assessor may see
this land with a higher sales value than an open area that cannot be subdktittided.
Generally the assessment is governed by the cash value of the property.
Mr. Walker referred to industrial zoned area used for resident'i—u se and taxes
based on existing use and not future use.
Mrs. John Horvath, 9300 Stark Road, questioned whether there isn't another way of
getting rid of this nuisance without rcJning area. Thought too many people are
effected by this change.
There were six present that signed petition and who are in favor of rezoning.
Mrs. Paul Leurck, 31232 'U rangelawn, stated if the area is not changed and we
can get rid of dog kennels, residents will be happy.
Mr. Pollock questioned whether these are existing dog kennels on less than two
acres. Mr. Jeffery stated the one kennel operated for a year illegally. There
was a lot split of 6' to make use legal and case is now in court. Mr. Hull
stated that the lot split was turned down and that kennel is on less than
required two acres.
Mr. Jeffery stated the other kennel was ordered to cease operation. It was
established that there are three collies in one residence and another breed at
the other residence.
Mr. J. MacNeill, 33512 Cindy, stated that if there are just three dogs involved,
this is not a kennel inasmuch as a resident is allowed three dogs. However, if
resident is bringing in dogs that is a completely different story.
Mr. Walker asked if there was anyone in the audience in favor of the kennels.
There was no one present in favor of the kennels.
Mr. Walker asked Mr.
Hull to find out the highest zoning classification area
could be changed to to solve problem of residents.
Mr. Jerome P ikulinski, 33496 Cindy, stated if the ordinance is changed to require
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more than two acres to have a kennel, the commission may be discriminating against
other kennels in the city that are not a nuisance just to solve a problem that
exists in this area.
Mr. Walker announced that Petition Z-674 would be taken under advisement.
Mr. Ward announced the next item on the agenda is Petition Z-675 by the City
Planning Commission requesting the rezoning of property located south
of Grandon and east of Middlebelt Road in the Southwest 1/4 of Section
36 from R-2 to P S.
No one was present wishing to be heard either in favor of or opposed to petition
as presented.
Mr. Walker announced that Petition Z-675 would be taken under advisement.
Mr. Ward announced the next item on the agenda is Petition V-83 by Harold A. Larson
requesting the vacation of Curtis Avenue (Former Nacker Avenue) between
the east line of Pershing Avenue and the west line of Inkster Road, in
the Southwest 1/4 of Section 12. Mr. Larson was present.
Mr. Larson stated that the First Baptist Church of Livonia is immediately to the
south of the area requested for vacation. The Albert Driscoll's have property
L on Inkster Road to the North. This is unused property and there are both
electric and telephone poles on property. All of the property owners to the north
have access to their homes by coming in off Pickford. Also have secured the
agreement to this vacation from Stanzak's, 18210 Pershing, and the Driscoll's
18215 Inkster. The Church feels that the property if vacated will be much as it
is today and it would allow the church to take full advantage of the parking lot.
It was not clear who would hold title to this property if it is vacated.
Mr. Came.;on asked whether Curtis is paved at all to the west of area in question.
Mr. Larson stated it is not.
Mr. Tent informed commission that the home located on the Northeast corner of
Deering and Curtis faces Curtis.
Mr. Wrightman questioned whether if road is vacated it would be deeded to the
church. Mr. Hull stated that the road on the south has not been dedicated(only
the north half is dedicated).
Mr. Wrightman stated the Parks and Recreation Commission should submit their
opinion on this item inasmuch as there is a park site immediately west of area
in question.
Mr. Larson stated church is willing to cooperate with the Detroit Edison Company
regarding easement.
Mr. William Henkle, 18269 Pershing, questioned what church intended to do with
property.
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Mr. Hull stated he questions whether church would get property and that he
thought it would be deeded to adjoining owners to the north. Mr. Larson stated
that to the best of his knowledge the property goes to the church.
Mr. Hull stated petitioner is really requesting two things (1) that the south
portion not be required to be dedicated and (2) that the north portion be vacated.
Mr. Wrightman suggested a letter be written to the Board of Education and the
Parks and Recreation Commission to get their view point.
Mr. Henkle questioned whether there are any immediate plans to expand. Stated
once property is vacated there is nothing prevetttingchurch from using property
right up to his lot. Objected to petition because it will lower value of his
property and there is no direct access to Inkster Road. Felt the value of his
property asra corner lot would drop.
Mr. Walker clarified that petitioner is requesting the 28' of property that is
presently dedicated be vacated and that future dedication not be required.
There was a question as to whether the vacation of road went to the east line of
Pershing.
Mr. Larson suggested a greenbelt to protect Mr. Henkle's property. Mr. Henkle
did not agree to greenbelt. Still objected to petition.
Mr. Walker announced that Petition V-83 would be taken under advisement.
Mr. Ward announced theinext item on the agenda is Petition Z-676 by the City
Planning Commission requesting the rezoning of property located on the
south side of Plymouth Road approximately 245 feet west of Farmington
Road in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 13 from R-3 to RUFB. Mr. Ken Warren,
Acres Development Company, 15377 Farmington Road, was present.
Mr. Walker stated that this petition came about by a request of three property
owners. Tonight Mr. John Paasanen, 33593 Plymouth Road, one of the property
owners was present and stated that he now wants to withdraw from this petition.
Wants his property to remain R-3.
Mr. Warren stated he no longer represents Mr. Paasanen and one of theother
property owners, Mr. Gerald Glass.
Mr. Darrell Tippett, Macati Investment Company, 33427 Plymouth Road,
representing Lots 202 and 203 stated he objected to petition. Stated he has plans
to develop area.
Mr. Walker stated that the Glass property (Lot 205) is theonly one being
considered at this time. Asked Mr. Tippett whetherhe wanted commission to look
at this with three lots or by the combined area. Mr. Tippett stated the combined
area.
Mr. Warren stated if this Crequest is granted and any similar request for change of
zoning anywhere in the city, that petitioner should be forced to build within a
certain length of time. When he submitted petition for change of zoning his
client was ready to build then. Mr. Pollock cited cases in various areas of the
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city where property owners have held undeveloped property with commercial
IL zoning for as many as 25 years waiting for the right time to develop it.
Objected to Mr. Warrents suggesti:l.
Mr. Walker announced that Petition Z-676 would be taken under advisement.
Mr. Ward announced the next item on the agenda is Petition Z-677 by the City
Planning Commission requesting the rezoning of property located on the
north side of Plymouth Road approximately 160 feet east of Newburgh
Road in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 29, from RUF and C-1 to M-l.
Mr. Richard M. Lewiston, Practical Home Builders, 13440 West Seven Mile Road,
Detroit, was present representing property owner. Stated that the C-2 area is
two acres in size and that property owners want this to remain C-2 in order to
maintain as much flexibility as possible. Owner purchased property in 1950.
Have no objection to rezoning of rest of property.
Mr. Andrew stated that he felt the marketability of the property would be
enhanced if it is rezoned to M-1.
Mr. Walker questioned dedication of Plymouth Road for the full width.
Mr. Lewiston stated he did not feel this necessary at this time.
Mr. Walker announced that Petition Z-677 would be taken under advisement.
Mr. Ward announced the next item on the agenda is Petition Z-678 by the
City Planning Commission to rezone the property located on the east
side of Merriman Road approximately 225 feet south of Chesapeake &
Ohio Railroad right-of-way and 2300 feet north of Plymouth Road in
the Southwest 1/4 of Section 26, from M-1 to M-2.
Mr. Andrew stated that there is only going to be one 400 ton press instead of
what he told commission originally. This press will be set on a special
foundation. Also, the present operation is located 20' instead of 50t from a
residential home right now. The balance of the equipment for theoperation is
2-200 ton presses and 1-100 ton press. There will be approximately 50 people
employed. Mr. Andrew stated in his opinion the 400 ton press would not bother
the residents in area.
Mr. Walker stated Petition 2-678 would be taken under advisement.
Mr. Ward announced the next item on the agenda is the proposed Idyle Hills
Estates Subdivision #3, located approximately 1000 feet west of
Ashurst Road and 650 feet north of Five Mile Road, bounded by Burton
Hollow Subdivision #5 to the north and Idyle Hills Estates #2 to the
west in the Southwest 1/4 of Section 16. Mr. David Meinzinger was
preset.
Mr. Meinzinger stated this is a small piece of land adjoining the Idyle Hills
Subdivision #2. There will be 23 lots.
Mr. Walker read letter from the Fire Department regarding subdivision having only
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one means of ingress and egress (Hambleton off of Five Mile Road)
Mr. Wrightman questioned how lots will compare with lots in area. Mr. Meinzinger
stated that they are the same.
Mr. Hull stated there is the problem of flood plain dedication and the dedication
of the outlot.
Mr. Walker suggested Mr. Meinzinger submit to commission an over-all review of
all subdivision's in area that he represents (going back to Burton Hollow
Subdivision #1) regarding flood plain area. Mr. Meinzinger stated he would do
so and that property owner is still willing to dedicate this area with wording
leaving out parks and recreation purposes.
Mr. Walker announced that the proposed subdivision would be taken under
advisement.
Mr. Ward announced the next item on the agenda is the propos•-? Antucket Sub-
division located on the west side of Stark Road, approximately 1325 feet
north of Schoolcraft Road, immediately north of Robert Frost Jr. High
School in the Southeast 1/4 of Section 21. Mr. Friedman was present.
Mr. Tent stated it would be awkward to get into the first two houses at the end
of the turnaround. Didn't know if the turn-around large enougt
Mr. Friedman stated there will be 33 lots. The stub is being left to allow
adjoining property owner to develop his property. The stub will be paved.
gr. Cameron questioned the Barlow Drain and how it would effect subdivision.
Mr. Wa]ker announced that the proposed subdivision would be taken under
advisement.
Mr. Ward announced the next item on the agenda is Petition M-338 by
Arthur G. Phillips for U Haul Trailer Company, requesting permission to
have open-air Display for the rental of trailers on parcel located on the
Southwest corker of Wayne Road and Ann Arbor Trail in the Southwest 1/4
of Section 33. Mr. Phillips was present.
Mr. Walker questioned business being operated from this area now. Mr. Phillips
state: he operates the gas station and that this additional operation is needed
to supplement his income. Have had trailers for five years.
Mr. Walker questioned type of facilities to contain these trailers. Mr. Phillips
stated he is aware of ordinance.
Mr. Tent questioned difference between what Mr. Phillips has now and what he is
proposing. Mr. Firestone stated there are many pieces in Livonia that have not
had approval from the Planning Commission for their use. When these people come
into the City Clerk's office for a renewal of their licence a form is now being
sent to various departments conte nld to see if they }awe complied with
department's requirements. Mr. Phillips has operated this use but has never
obtained the commission's approval. Mr. Hull stated that if they do not have a
use permit, their licence will not be renewed until they appear before commission.
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Mr. Johnson, President, Kirsh Civic Association, requested that petition be
denied. Stated area is residential and that this use would tend to discourage
further development. Did not feel need for use and that petitioner would have
to depend on support from much larger area than immediate area. Stated there is
similar use on Wayne Road three-four miles from this location. Also use
located at F1_ymouth and Farmington Roads.
Mr. Tent questioned whether in the past five years residents have made any
attempt to stop us e. Mr. Johnson stated they requested Inspe.ttion Department
and Mayor to look into situation and that this is the result. Mr. Tent asked
date of request. Mr. Johnson stated June, 1964.
Mr. Wrightman asked Mr. Phillips if he owned trailers. Mr. Phillips stated he
did not and that he works on a commission basis.
Mr. Wer announced that Petition M-338 would be taken under advisement.
Mr. Ward announced the next item on the agenda is the proposed Currie Court
Industrial Subdivi sion located on the Northeast corner of Newburgh
Road and 7(mrhein Road in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 29.
Mr. Martin was present.
Mr. Andrew stated this is an 11 acre piece of property and that this use is
badly needed in Livonia. Felt a need for buildings 4,000 square feet to 10,-12,000
square feet.
Mr. Martin stated when this is approved they will start a building immediately.
The bast; idea is to lease the building with an option to buy. The property
is zoned M-2.
Mr. Andrew stated this will up-grade area.
Mr. Martin stated Thomas Currie Company is located on the property now and that
there is much litter on the property. This will be cleaned up. Dedication has
been made for Amrhein and Newburgh Roads.
Mr. Walker announced that the proposed subdivision would be taken under
advisement.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Tent, seconded by Mr. Cameron and unanimously
adopted, it was
#2-34-65 RESOLVED that, the City Planning Commission does hereby adjourn the
public hearing held on Tuesday, February 16, 1965 at approximately
11:00 p.m.
Mr. Walker, Chairman, declared the motion is carried and the Public Hearing is
adjourned.
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Mr. Aker, Chairman, called the 196th Special Meeting to order at approximately
11:01 p.m. with four interested persons in the audience.
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Mr. Walker stated the only item on the agenda to be discussed is letter dated
February 5, 1965 from Dominick A. Taddonio, Chairman, Livonia Citizens
for Livonia Parks, regarding a meeting February 23, 1965 at the Merri-
Bowl regarding the parks proposal which will appear on the April 5 ballot.
Mr. Walker suggested commission state its positionregarding parks proposition and
send a representative to this meeting.
Mr. Wrightman stated that inasmuch as the city has to plan parks, should have a
representative at the meeting to find out what they have in mind. Suggested this
rather than taking position and adopting resolution as such. The commission's
ideas may not coincide with what they have in mind.
hr. Pollock stateu'lf commission adopts resolution approving parks program in
total that if anything comes up in future they could always come back to
resolution.
Mr. Ward suggested resolution endorsing need for parks and raising funds to
purchase parks.
Councilman Peter A. Ventura staid the City Planning Commission does have a
Master Parks and Recreation Plan and has the power to stop developers from using
up land. Stated this cry is one of the old "cries of wolf" of prices going up.
Did not believe this to be true. Stated land is about as high as it's ever been.
The peakwas in 1955 and then it went down. Land is selling for $41000 - $5,000
an acre now.
Mr. Ward stated he thought city had an obligation. Did not think it could tell
property owner he could not use property yet city could not purchase it for
park site. Thought city should make some effort to purchase these sites.
Mr. Ventura stated that if the land is being developed all around proposed site
thought within a reasonable length of time city should buy it. If city can
show a need for property, it can condemn it .
Mr. Tent stated he thought park situation an important issue and that commission
should take a stand.
Mr. Wrightman suggested member attend meeting and report back to commission.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Tent, seconded by Mr. Wrightman and unanimously
adopted, it was
#2-35-65 RESOLVED that, the City of Livonia City Planning Commission
concurs in the Parks Proposition for bonding up to 4.4 million
dollars and that it feels that accusation and preservation of
open area within our community is of tremendous importance so as
(1) To provide recreational facilities for an ever
expanding population, and
(2) To help economically stabilize our community, and
(3) To protect and enhance property values within our
community, and
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IL (4) To preserve and enhance the aesthetic quality of
our city.
The Chairman, Mr. Walker, declared the motion is carried and the foregoing
resolution is adopted.
Mr. Walker appointed Mr. Ward to represent the commission at the
February 23, 1965 meeting of the Livonia Citizens for Livonia Parks.
Upon a motion duly made by Mr. Tent, seconded by Mr. Wrightman and unanimously
adopted, the City PlanningCommission does hereby adjourn the 196th Special
Meeting held on Tuesday, February 16, 1965 at approximately 11:15 p.m.
CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
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Jo J. War Secretary pro tem
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Charle W. Walker, Chairman