Planning Commission
Regular MeetingSterling Heights, MI · August 11, 2016
Minutes
STERLING HEIGHTS PLANNING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
CITY HALL
AUGUST 11, 2016
LOCATION: City Council Chambers, 40555 Utica Road, Sterling Heights, MI
SUBJECT: Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission held August
11, 2016.
Mr. Reinowski called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Members present at roll call: Benjamin Ancona, Geoff Gariepy, Paul Jaboro,
Edward Kopp, Stefano Militello, Donald Miller, Jeffrey
Norgrove, Leonard Reinowski, and Gerald Rowe
Members absent at roll call: None
Also in attendance: Chris McLeod, City Planner
Clark Andrews, City Attorney
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Mr. Miller, supported by Mr. Gariepy to APPROVE the Agenda.
Mr. Reinowski asked if there was any discussion on the motion. There was none.
Ayes: Miller, Gariepy, Norgrove, Reinowski, Rowe, Ancona, Jaboro, Kopp, Militello
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
PZ16-1143 – Leonardo Plaza, LLC
Request for a Conditional Rezoning from R-60 (One Family Residential) district to C-3
(General Business) district for the purpose of constructing a shopping center with a
drive-through - West side of Schoenherr Road, south of Moravian in Section 35.
Property address: 34255 Schoenherr Road
Mr. Reinowski asked Mr. McLeod to give an overview.
Mr. McLeod gave an overview of the proposal. The request for conditional rezoning is to
permit the construction of a 5,000 square foot shopping center with up to three (3)
tenants within the building including a drive through facility. He stated the property to
the west and south is most likely undevelopable in the future for single family purposes
because of the gas line easement. He displayed and explained the site plan. He stated
Tim Horton’s will be the anchor use on the south side of the property and potentially two
tenant spaces on the north side of the Tim Hortons. He stated there are a series of
variances requested as a part of the overall rezoning request.
Mr. Reinowski asked for the petitioner/representative to come forward to the podium.
Phil Ruggeri, 43231 Schoenherr, Sterling Heights, representing Leonardo Plaza. Also
present Michael Gordon, architect.
Mr. Ruggeri stated they previously went before the Zoning Board of Appeals and
obtained a use variance that allowed substantially the same product. There was a time
limitation on the use variance and because of the economic climate; the applicant lost
the opportunity to develop. He displayed the current site plan and gave any overview.
Mr. Reinowski asked for any questions from the Commissioners.
Mr. Gariepy asked the applicant to clarify the sidewalk as shown on the site plan.
Mr. Gordon came forward and stated they are extending the existing sidewalk.
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Mr. Miller asked Mr. Ruggeri to describe where the added trees would be if needed.
Mr. Ruggeri displayed the site plan and explained they could add trees to increase the
buffer for residents.
Mr. Rowe asked about the landscaping to the north. He asked if they are providing
enough of a visual buffer for the residents across at Red Run Condominiums.
Mr. Gordon stated what is being proposed is a continuous hedge along the forward edge
of the parking lot. It would be 3½ - 4 feet high to hide the headlights. Then the upper
tree canopy that would be created by planting trees every 30 feet. He described there is
a balancing act between security and the landscaping esthetic of screening the property.
Mr. Rowe stated concern for traffic traveling east on Moravian and suggested a
deceleration lane.
Mr. McLeod displayed the site area and stated if the city felt it was a necessity, they
would work with the engineering department to reevaluate the entrance design.
Mr. Gariepy asked if this Tim Horton’s will be open 24 hours.
Mr. Ruggeri stated most likely.
Mr. Reinowski asked for public participation.
Jim Ivers, 34511 Manner Run Circle, Sterling Heights, stated years ago there was a
hand shake agreement that a 24 hour establishment would not be there. He is disturbed
to find out it could be a possibility. He objects.
Joan Puglia, 13523 Forest Lake, Coves of Sterling Heights, is concerned about traffic
because there are so many accidents at the intersection of Moravian and Schoenherr.
Bob Vandevelde, 34121Birchway Circle, Sterling Heights, 48312. He is concerned
about parking with the site being only an acre of property. He stated there is 15 empty
stores between Dodge Park and 15 Mile and is concerned about the two stores going
into next to Tim Horton’s. He is also concerned about traffic. He stated when the
previous variance went thru it was guaranteed there would not be a drive thru business
at that location.
Mr. Biondo, 34474 Manor Run Circle, Sterling Heights, is concerned with the traffic,
noise, and it being open 24 hours.
Kathy Bonacorsi, 34528 Manor Run Circle, Sterling Heights, is concerned about her
safety because of the traffic of cars and people at all hours.
Mr. Reinowski asked for any other public participation. Being none, he asked for any
further questions or comments from the Commissioners.
Mr. Rowe stated with the conditional rezoning only the petitioner can offer conditions,
they cannot originate from the Planning Commission. He asked Mr. McLeod or Mr.
Andrews where the line is drawn.
Mr. Andrews stated the condition has to be offered by the petitioner; that does not mean
the Planning Commission cannot make suggestions as to things they would like them to
take into account. It is their decision whether they want to accept those conditions or
not. If the Commission feels the rezoning is not protective enough of the residents, then
the Planning Commission has the ability to deny or postpone to have those issues
addressed.
Mr. Rowe shared concern regarding lights and safety issues. He agrees the screening
should be plantings and not a wall. He recommended the City look into having a
deceleration lane and also a green arrow at the intersection to ease traffic problems.
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Mr. Ancona asked Mr. McLeod if 24 parking spaces are sufficient.
Mr. McLeod stated the parking requirements with the application have been met.
Mr. Gariepy asked Mr. McLeod what history does the City/Commission have with
approving these types of developments and have the developer limit hours.
Mr. McLeod stated if the uses are not what the Commission was anticipating, the motion
(or conditional agreement) has to be drafted tightly enough so any of those types of
uses would have to come back and go through the amendment process.
Mr. Militello stated Tim Horton’s typically does not have much traffic at all during middle
of the night. He stated if you try to limit franchises hours, you may lose the ability to
open that franchise.
Mr. Rowe agreed with Mr. Militello regarding the little amount of traffic going through a
Tim Horton’s late at night.
Mr. Ancona asked how much seating is in the building.
The petitioner stated 20.
Mr. McLeod stated the petitioner offered a sheet which listed five (5) conditions.
Mr. Ancona stated a letter was submitted from Sandra Getts of Manor Circle, that she is
opposed to the plaza because of noise.
Mr. Norgrove asked Mr. McLeod if the case was postponed for a month, and other
conditions were spelled out, would that be a consideration.
Mr. McLeod clarified the conditions.
Mr. Andrews stated with other conditional re-zonings in the past, there have been
instances where the unknown tenants would have to be approved for compatibility to the
shopping center.
Mr. Militello stated Mr. Ruggeri and Mr. Lavdas have been true to their word regarding a
previously built plaza on Van Dyke.
Mr. Reinowski asked a resident who wished to speak, to come forward to the podium.
Mildred Sims, 34470 Manor Run Circle, Sterling Heights, stated she did not receive
notification of the meeting. She is on the board for their association and she feels all the
residents deserve to understand what is going on there. She doesn’t feel a strip mall is
conducive to the area.
Mr. Reinowski asked for any other questions or comments.
Ms. Bonacorsi asked if the entrance/exit to Moravian was set.
Mr. Rowe stated it is on the plan and there was no discussion of removing it.
Mr. Reinowski asked for a motion.
Motion by Mr. Militello, supported by Mr. Jaboro that the Planning Commission forward a
recommendation to City Council to APPROVE case number PZ16-1143, Leonardo
Plaza LLC, request to conditionally rezone property from O-1 (Business and
Professional Office District and P-1 Vehicular Parking to C-3 General Business for the
following reasons:
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1. Conditional rezoning of this parcel based upon the proposed conditions
contained within the development plans will ensure that the development will be
constructed in accordance with a specific mutually agreeable conditional
rezoning agreement between the petitioner and city prepared by the City
Attorney, which incorporates the conditions offered by petitioner, to the benefit of
surrounding property owners and the city;
2. Conditional rezoning of this parcel based upon the proposed development plans
will result in a development compatible with the surrounding zoning and land
uses.
Mr. Reinowski asked for any discussion on the motion.
Mr. Rowe stated the agreement to put plantings on the north side is not part of the
considerations through the Planning Commission.
Mr. Ruggeri stated they will work with the condominium association to install plantings to
maximize the buffer.
Mr. Reinowski asked for any other comments. Being none, he asked for a roll call vote.
Ayes: Militello, Jaboro, Miller, Norgrove, Reinowski, Rowe, Ancona, Gariepy, Kopp
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
Mr. McLeod stated this will be before the City Council for final determination and will
most likely appear the first or third Tuesday in September.
PPCM-1159 – Bishara Kaoud
Request for a Special Approval Land Use to permit a carry-out restaurant in a C-1 (Local
Convenience Business) district – East side of Van Dyke between 18 ½ Mile Road and
Riverland Drive in Section 10.
Property address: 42440 Van Dyke
Mr. Reinowski asked Mr. McLeod for an overview.
Mr. McLeod stated the proposed application is for a Special approval land use for a
carry-out restaurant within the C-1 Local Convenience Business District. The proposal
is for an approximate 900 square foot carry-out restaurant to operate Monday through
Saturday 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Mr. Reinowski asked for any questions from the Commissioners for Mr. McLeod. Being
none, he called for the petitioner to come forward to the podium.
Petitioner was not present. Mr. Andrews suggested a postponement.
Motion by Mr. Rowe, supported by Mr. Militello to POSTPONE case PPCM-1159 to the
September 8th Planning Commission meeting.
Mr. Reinowski asked if the Commissioners had any comments. Being none, he asked
for a roll call vote.
Ayes: Rowe, Militello, Ancona, Gariepy, Kopp, Jaboro, Miller, Norgrove, Reinowski
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
PPCM-1160 - Harvinder Paul Singh
Request for a Special Approval Land Use to permit an amusement device center in a
C-2 (Planned Comparison Shopping) district – East side of Schoenherr Road between
Canal Road and Hall Road in Section 01.
Property address: 43648 Schoenherr Road
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Mr. Reinowski asked Mr. McLeod for an overview.
Mr. McLeod gave an overview and stated this is for a Special Approval Land Use for
development of a 1,200 square foot amusement device center within the existing
Lakeview Square Shopping Center. Mr. McLeod displayed and summarized a drawing
of the site.
Mr. Reinowski asked for any questions from the Commissioners for Mr. McLeod.
Mr. Gariepy asked what the types of amusement games are.
Mr. McLeod stated they will be video type gaming with consoles. He stated the
applicant can provide further clarification to this question.
Mr. Reinowski asked for any questions from the Commissioners for Mr. McLeod. Being
none, he asked petitioner to come to the podium.
Harvinder Paul Singh, 35760 Bradford Dr. came forward. He stated they are
redemption games. Not child arcade type games but server based games for an older
clientele.
Mr. Reinowski asked for any questions from the Commissioners. Being none, he
asked for public participation. Being none, he called for a motion.
Motion by Mr. Rowe, supported by Mr. Jaboro in the case of PPCM-1160, 43648
Schoenherr Road, I move to APPROVE the Special Approval Land Use based upon
the facts and plans presented, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the development and operation of the facility shall remain consistent with the
scale and nature of the use as described in the proposal, at Public Hearing and
reflected on the site plan;
2. That the petitioner shall develop, maintain and operate the facility in compliance
with all pertinent codes, ordinances and standards of the City of Sterling Heights,
County of Macomb and the State of Michigan, the variance approvals granted by
the Zoning Board of Appeals, and the Sterling Heights Amusement Device
Center regulatory ordinance. Failure to comply with this condition will serve as
grounds to revoke the Special Approval Land Use as provided under the Zoning
Ordinance;
3. That the petitioner file a Notice of Approval with the Macomb County Register of
Deeds within sixty (60) days following this action. Failure to file this notice will
serve as grounds to revoke the Special Approval Land Use as provided under the
Zoning Ordinance;
4. All noise generated from the use shall be confined within the walls of the
use—petitioner shall be required to install additional sound-deadening materials if
the City finds that noise may be heard by adjoining tenants or by the public
outside at the property line.
5. The decision of the Planning Commission shall remain valid and in force only as
long as the facts and information presented to the Commission in the public
hearing are found to be correct and the conditions upon which this motion is
based are forever maintained as presented to the Commission.
6. That the size of the tenant space dedicated to the amusement device center is
limited to no more than 1,200 square feet and that the number of devices be
limited to 18 without review and approval by the Planning Commission.
7. That the hours of operation for the use not extend beyond 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.,
Monday through Sunday, unless reviewed or required by the City.
This action is based on the following findings:
1. The use being limited to 1,200 square feet, contained within an overall shopping
center, and that the use is to be operated during the stipulated hours of operation
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is designed so that it is in harmony with the existing area and shopping plaza and
does not pose any nuisance to nearby occupants or uses.
2. The limited size and scale of the use is in general harmony with the general
purpose and intent of the zoning ordinance providing a convenience to local
residents and shoppers.
3. The use relates to the existing physical and economic aspects of the adjacent
land uses in regards to shopping habits, convenience and continuity of
development in the plaza.
Mr. Reinowski asked for any discussion on the motion.
Mr. Singh asked about the statement in finding #1, “that there will not be any dedicated
seating area”.
Mr. McLeod stated it should be taken out.
Motion by Mr. Rowe, supported by Mr. Jaboro to AMEND motion to strike “no seating
statement” from #1.
Mr. Reinowski asked for any further discussion on the motion. Being none, he called
for a roll call vote.
Ayes: Rowe, Jaboro, Ancona, Gariepy, Kopp, Militello, Miller, Norgrove, Reinowski
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion Carried.
PPCM-1158 – Giovanni Mauro
Request for a Special Approval Land Use to permit an expansion of a parking lot for an
existing automobile service/repair center within an M-1 (Light Industrial) zoning district -
East side of Mound Road between 18 Mile Road and Sims Drive in Section 16.
Property address: 40588 Mound Road
Mr. Reinowski asked Mr. McLeod for an overview.
Mr. McLeod gave an overview and stated this is for a Special Approval Land Use for an
expansion of a parking lot to serve the existing auto repair facility. This is to construct a
27 space parking area. Mr. McLeod displayed and summarized a drawing of the site.
Mr. Reinowski asked for any questions from the Commissioners for Mr. McLeod.
Mr. Norgrove asked if the recommendation for continuing the sidewalk is left up to the
City or should it be included in the motion.
Mr. McLeod stated the best scenario would be for the Planning Commission to include it
in the motion as part of the site improvement.
Mr. Reinowski asked the petitioner to come forward to the podium.
Giovanni Mauro, Mauro Engineering, 48657 Hayes, Shelby Twp. came forward. Mr.
Mauro gave an overview and stated the property owner wants the site to conform to the
city’s standards.
Mr. Reinowski asked for any questions from the Commissioners.
Mr. Miller asked what type of landscaping will be put in.
Mr. Mauro stated he was not familiar with types of plantings, but they will comply with
what the city recommends.
Mr. McLeod stated they would work with the applicant to guide on the landscaping.
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Mr. Reinowski asked for any questions from the Commissioners. Being none, he asked
for public participation.
Ron Powers, owner of residential property adjoined to petitioner’s property. He stated
his concern is water running into their backyard from the cement. He asked if there will
be a drain system put in.
Mr. Mauro stated there will be drainage put in.
Mr. Reinowski asked for any further discussion. Being none, he called for a motion.
Motion by Mr. Gariepy, supported by Mr. Kopp in the case of PPCM-1158, 40588 Mound
Road, I move to APPROVE the Special Approval Land Use based upon the facts and
plans presented, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the use and operation of the facility shall remain consistent with the scale
and nature of the use as described in the proposal, at Public Hearing and
reflected on the plans;
2. That the petitioner shall develop, maintain and operate the facility in compliance
with all pertinent codes, ordinances and standards of the City of Sterling Heights,
County of Macomb and the State of Michigan;
3. That the petitioner file a Notice of Approval with the Macomb County Register of
Deeds within sixty (60) days following this action. Failure to file this notice will
serve as grounds to revoke the Special Approval Land Use;
4. That the petitioner file and deliver a Hold Harmless Agreement in favor of the City
in form and substance satisfactory to the City Attorney.
5. That all repairs are to be conducted within the building.
6. That all requirements of Section 19.06 of the City of Sterling Heights Zoning
Ordinance be met.
7. That there shall be no outdoor storage of tires or parts permitted.
8. That all vehicles being worked on are currently licensed, are operational, or
pending repairs to become operational.
9. That in lieu of a wall being provided along the parking lot expansion, that
additional evergreen plantings shown plus one additional be provided and
maintained which have the effect of providing a screen wall.
10. That the landscaping along the front of the site be cleaned up and maintained in
an acceptable manner. Further, all landscape areas shall be irrigated.
11. That all noncompliant signs be removed from the site.
12. That a sidewalk be provided along the frontage of the site meeting City
requirements.
13. All parking and storage of vehicles shall adhere to the parking spaces shown on
the plan.
14. That the petitioner maintain the site in compliance with the zoning ordinance
requirements on a daily basis.
15. Any proposed lighting must be shown on a photometric plan and submitted to the
Planning Department for review.
This action is based on the following findings:
1. That the proposed parking lot expansion is in conformance with the specific
planning standards of Section 19.02 of the Zoning Ordinance as outlined in
comments #1-#6 above.
2. That the proposed parking lot expansion is in conformance with the general
planning standards of Section 25.02 of the Zoning Ordinance as outlined in
comments A-G above.
3. That the proposed parking lot expansion meets or exceeds all other applicable
Zoning Ordinance requirements upon compliance with conditions #1-#15 above.
Mr. Reinowski asked for any discussion on the motion.
Motion by Mr. Gariepy, supported by Kopp to AMEND condition #8.
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Mr. Reinowski asked for any further discussion on the motion. Being none, he called for
a roll call vote.
Ayes: Gariepy, Kopp, Jaboro, Militello, Miller, Norgrove, Reinowski, Rowe, Ancona,
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion Carried.
PZ16-1144 Nonresidential Landscaping Standards Ordinance – Planning
Commission/ City Council
Proposed text amendments to Zoning Ordinance No. 278 amending Article 23 Off Street
Parking and Loading Requirements, by amending Section 23.01 General Parking
Requirements and Article 24 Environmental Provisions, by amending Section 24.03
Parking Lot Landscaping Requirements and Section 24.05 Location and Screening of
Trash Receptacles and adding Sections 24.07 Decorative Fencing for Nonresidential
Properties and Uses, Section 24.08 Foundation Plantings, Section 24.09 Transformer
and Other Ground Mounted Appliance Screening, Section 24.10 Pedestrian
Connections, Section 24.11 Enhanced Landscaping Treatments, Section 24.12 Bicycle
Racks, and Section 24.13 Irrigation Required, and any other technical corrections
related to Zoning Ordinance No. 278(adopted September 13, 1989, as amended).
Mr. Reinowski asked for an overview of the case.
Mr. McLeod stated this is an upgrade to the existing non-residential/commercial
landscaping standards. These standards will put into writing what city
staff/administration have been doing with sites for the last year or so. The Planning
department has been working with applicants during the site plan review process to
accomplish these requirements. The city has been spending a lot of time, effort, and
money to upgrade the public spaces within the city. Now the city would like to have their
private developments become more aesthetic, more green, and better quality spaces.
Mr. McLeod gave a detailed presentation of the ordinance amendments which included:
1. Frontage Landscaping (Section 24.03, paragraph B)
2. Foundation Plantings (Section 24.08)
3. Off-Street Parking Lot Landscaping (Section 24.03, paragraph A)
4. Reserved Future Parking Areas (Section 23.0, Paragraph N)
5. Trash Receptacles (Section 24.05)
6. Decorative Fences (Section 24.07)
7. Screening of Transformers and Other Ground-mounted Appliances (Section
24.09)
8. Pedestrian Connections (Section 24.10)
9. Bicycle Racks (Section 24.11)
10. Enhanced Landscaping Treatments (Section 24.12)
11. Tents Approved as Part of a Temporary Use (Section 28.4, Paragraph I)
12. Irrigation Systems (Section 24.02, Paragraph A3)
13. Application of New Ordinance Regarding Upgrading of Landscaping and Site
Improvements on Existing Developed Sites (Section 29.05)
Mr. Andrews gave an overview regarding application of the new ordinance.
Mr. Reinowski asked for any questions from the Commissioners.
Mr. Gariepy asked if it’s possible to revert back a surplus of existing parking that never
gets used, back to green space.
Mr. Andrews stated that is not something that is in the draft but can be considered.
Mr. Gariepy asked Mr. Andrews about the irrigation requirements in relation to
landscaping that may not be visible.
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Mr. Andrews explained the requirements and stated most landscaping is designed to be
aimed at things that are visible from the public thoroughfare and buildings which are on
out lots.
Mr. Rowe stated the city administration may want to look into the private fences that are
not kept up.
Mr. Andrews stated there are provisions in the Property Maintenance Code that require
people maintain their fences.
Mr. Jaboro stated there may be property owners that may get upset and not want to
spend the money on these improvements. He asked what will be the action of the city if
the owner does not comply.
Mr. Andrews stated they will be given a grace period to get properties up to code. If
they do not comply they could face a variety of different actions. The goal of this is go
after people who have neglected their landscaping for years. He stated the existing
ordinance has a provision that allows the Zoning Board of Appeals to grant
modifications as it relates to landscaping requirements.
Mr. Ancona asked Mr. Andrews if there is a nuisance reported, is this giving them a
waiver to comply until next July, 2017.
Mr. Andrews stated nuisance matters will still be dealt with and not be given a never-
ending grace period.
Mr. McLeod stated OBA will still deal with unsightly matters on the site, and things of
that nature. This ordinance will deal more with the quantity of trees on site, while the
upkeep of landscape will be dealt with as it currently is.
Mr. Reinowski asked for any other questions from Commissioners.
Mr. McLeod asked the Commissioners if they were comfortable to move forward with the
draft.
Mr. Rowe asked if they will be able to have input at a later date. He verified the public
hearing will be on September 8th.
Mr. Andrews stated yes. They would like suggestions and input if the Commissioners
feel something needs to be addressed.
Mr. Militello stated is it being overly burdensome to older buildings and businesses that
have been in Sterling Heights for a long period of time. He asked if they do not comply
what the legal ramifications are.
Mr. Andrews stated first they would have to comply with the standards at the time their
building was built. If there are no landscape plans on record, it will be up to the City
Planner to figure out what the requirements are.
Mr. Miller asked if the city will have a list of standards for the different dates buildings
were built.
Mr. Andrews stated there is not a list currently available.
Mr. Ancona asked how the city will notify the public of the new standards.
Mr. Andrews stated they will utilize newspapers, Chamber of Commerce, the city’s
website, etc.
Mr. Gariepy suggested the announcement for the public hearing be put in the Sterling
Heights Magazine. He stated concerns about being too soon to have a vote at next
meeting because the mass of businesses it will affect.
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Mr. McLeod stated it will be discussed with administration on how to get the word out in
the community. He stated it is a sensitive issue and they will handle each case
individually in regards to what is logical and reasonable.
Mr. Militello asked how the businesses which have out of town owners will be notified.
Mr. McLeod stated the word will get out to them. He stated if it takes additional time to
get reviewed, they will do that.
Mr. Reinowski asked if there were any other questions from Commissioners. Being
none, he called for a brief recess.
PPCM-1145 - Master Land Use Plan Update
Mr. McLeod stated the Commissioners were given the complete draft. There were three
different public input sessions over the last six to eight months. This will be the
introduction of the complete draft and can be reviewed over the course of the next
month. He gave an overview of the timeline for the approval and distribution process of
the draft.
Adam Young, Wade Trim, gave a presentation of the draft for the Master Land Use Plan
and the Parks, Recreation and Non-motorized Plan. Listed below are the topics he
summarized:
Master Land Use Plan Technical Report
Mixed-Use Development Node Concepts
Master Land Use Plan: Next Steps
Parks, Recreation and Non-Motorized Master Plan: Status
New Action Program Chapter
Action Program Map
Parks, Recreation and Non-Motorized Master Plan: Next Steps
Mr. Rowe asked if this will be open for public participation.
Mr. McLeod stated technically at this time it is not a public hearing item. If someone
wished to speak they could be granted the opportunity.
Mr. Young stated for the Parks and Rec plan the City Council holds the public hearing,
but for the Master Land Use Plan the Planning Commission holds the public hearing.
Mr. Gariepy asked if there was an electronic form they could review.
Mr. Young stated there is an electronic copy.
Mr. Reinowski asked if there were any other questions/comments.
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by Mr. Militello, supported by Mr. Gariepy, to approve the minutes of July 14,
2106.
Ayes: Militello, Gariepy, Miller, Norgrove, Ancona, Jaboro, Kopp
Nays: None
Absent: None
Abstained: Reinowski and Rowe
Motion Carried.
CORRESPONDENCE
Sign Ordinance (adopted copy).
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OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
Mr. Rowe asked for an updated copy of the Zoning Ordinance.
Mr. McLeod stated he would address getting copies.
MOTION TO ADJOURN
Motion by Mr. Militello, supported by Mr. Jaboro to adjourn.
Ayes: Militello, Jaboro, Miller, Norgrove, Reinowski, Rowe, Ancona, Gariepy, Kopp
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion Carried
The meeting adjourned at 10:05 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Stefano Militello, Secretary
Planning Commission
Agenda
STERLING HEIGHTS PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA FOR AUGUST 11, 2016
REGULAR MEETING TO BE HELD AT
STERLING HEIGHTS CITY HALL
40555 UTICA ROAD
7:00 P.M.
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Considerations
1. PZ16-1143 – Leonardo Plaza, LLC
Request for a Conditional Rezoning from R-60 (One Family Residential) district to
C-3 (General Business) district for the purpose of constructing a shopping center
with a drive-through - West side of Schoenherr Road, south of Moravian in Section
35.
Property address: 34255 Schoenherr Road
2. PPCM-1159 – Bishara Kaoud
Request for a Special Approval Land Use to permit a carry-out restaurant in a C-1
(Local Convenience Business) district – East side of Van Dyke between 18 ½ Mile
Road and Riverland Drive in Section 10.
Property address: 42440 Van Dyke
3. PPCM-1160 - Harvinder Paul Singh
Request for a Special Approval Land Use to permit an amusement device center in
a C-2 (Planned Comparison Shopping) district – East side of Schoenherr Road
between Canal Road and Hall Road in Section 01.
Property address: 43648 Schoenherr Road
4. PPCM-1158 – Giovanni Mauro
Request for a Special Approval Land Use to permit an expansion of a parking lot
for an existing automobile service/repair center within an M-1 (Light Industrial)
zoning district - East side of Mound Road between 18 Mile Road and Sims Drive in
Section 16.
Property address: 40588 Mound Road
5. PZ16-1144 Nonresidential Landscaping Standards Ordinance – Planning
Commission/ City Council
Proposed text amendments to Zoning Ordinance No. 278 amending Article 23 Off
Street Parking and Loading Requirements, by amending Section 23.01 General
Parking Requirements and Article 24 Environmental Provisions, by amending
Section 24.03 Parking Lot Landscaping Requirements and Section 24.05 Location
and Screening of Trash Receptacles and adding Sections 24.07 Decorative
Fencing for Nonresidential Properties and Uses, Section 24.08 Foundation
Plantings, Section 24.09 Transformer and Other Ground Mounted Appliance
Screening, Section 24.10 Pedestrian Connections, Section 24.11 Enhanced
Landscaping Treatments, Section 24.12 Bicycle Racks, and Section 24.13 Irrigation
Required, and any other technical corrections related to Zoning Ordinance No.
278(adopted September 13, 1989, as amended).
6. PPCM-1145 - Master Land Use Plan Update
6. Citizen Participation
7. Approval of Minutes
July 14, 2016 – Regular Meeting
8 Correspondence
9 Old Business
10. New Business
11. Adjournment
Stefano Militello, Secretary
Planning Commission
ANY INTERESTED PERSON MAY APPEAR AND COMMENT IN PERSON OR BY AGENT
OR ATTORNEY UPON A SCHEDULED AGENDA ITEM DURING THE PUBLIC HEARING
TO BE HELD AT THE DATE, TIME, AND LOCATION ABOVE. WRITTEN COMMENTS MAY
BE SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF PLANNING, 40555 UTICA ROAD, STERLING
HEIGHTS, MICHIGAN 48311-8009 UP TO THE MEETING TIME.
COPIES OF THE APPLICATION AND RELATED DOCUMENTS PERTAINING TO ANY
REQUEST ON THE AGENDA ARE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT THE OFFICE OF
PLANNING DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS AND AT THE PUBLIC HEARING. ANY
QUESTIONS REGARDING THE ABOVE ITEMS SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE OFFICE
OF PLANNING – 586-446-2360.
THE CITY OF STERLING HEIGHTS WILL PROVIDE NECESSARY REASONABLE
AUXILIARY AIDS AND SERVICES TO INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AT THE
MEETING UPON SEVEN DAYS NOTICE TO THE COMMUNITY RELATIONS OFFICE AT
586-446-2470.
Published: Sterling Heights Sentry July 27, 2016
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