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Administration described the site as a roughly 17‑acre parcel zoned CB1 low intensity commercial. The petitioner seeks approval to construct a 24‑hour skilled nursing facility with 98 private suites, dining and therapy spaces. Administration said the building is designed with residential character, complies with bulk standards, provides 119 parking spaces where 77 are required, and includes landscape screening and a stormwater plan to be reviewed by the county. Staff recommended approval.

After the presentation, scores of Abbeys of Westland residents and association leaders addressed the commission. Speakers said Campus Drive is privately owned and maintained by the Abbeys and said they were told in a prior meeting that access would be from Marquette; they asked that all construction traffic and permanent vehicular access be from Marquette or Wayne rather than using Campus Drive. Residents raised concerns about tree removal and loss of wooded buffer, wildlife impacts (deer), increased traffic and pedestrian safety for residents who retrieve mail at roadside mailboxes, snow removal, and long‑term maintenance costs to the Abbeys if heavier traffic accelerates wear on private roads.

Petitioner representative Eitan Flank (noted in the meeting as correcting a transcription of his name) said the project is intended to be a high‑quality skilled nursing facility, that the northern Campus Drive access would be used primarily for emergency and limited internal circulation while most traffic would use a southern entrance across from an existing assisted living facility, and that title work and recorded easements show Campus Drive is split between property owners and was intended to provide shared access. Flank said the developer will work with residents on mitigation and that contractors would be instructed not to use private resident roads for staging. He also said modern car wash‑style water conservation is not applicable here; rather, site stormwater will be handled through detention basins and Wayne County review.

After hearing extended public testimony, Commissioner David Swokas moved to table the matter to allow further discussions and potential design adjustments; Commissioner Fox seconded. The chair called for a voice vote and the motion to table carried. The commission and administration agreed to facilitate a follow‑up meeting between staff, the petitioner and Abbeys representatives to explore options such as modifying access points and limiting construction traffic on private roads. The item will return to the commission after that outreach and any plan adjustments.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Westland Planning Commission Meeting - March 4, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The planning commission tabled case 1707J, a proposed 98‑suite skilled nursing facility at 1155 North Wayne Road, after extensive public comment from residents of the Abbeys of Westland objecting to proposed driveway access via private Campus Drive and to removal of trees and impacts on private roads.","taxTitle","Westland City, Wayne County, Michigan","taxId",4547,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6126583,"Commission recommends site plan and special land‑use approval for car wash at Wayne and Hunter",1727,2443000,4170000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2667524-4bea927f17564432b20804f81e803405&start=2443&end=4170","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2667524-4bea927f17564432b20804f81e803405/thumbnail_2443000.jpg","/articles/6126583/Westland-City/Wayne-County/Michigan/Commission-recommends-site-plan-and-special-landuse-approval-for-car-wash-at-Wayne-and-Hunter","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6126583-f82647799d0cc036486297a24a70fabd/orig.mp4?Expires=1770445678&Signature=PCWlWUZ8a0FBpRqTyVBQVW4Hepo8cOV8iQ1k0IzKIQ9U1opVEM4uLpNIiXth0YeU3amAv36sP0ITQd2q1qLdUBGmaSvny86cU4~3gy61Fpo1hpg4VGJ5hhtzFkJEAa8gvPly7UyMEopzRO-~Sl1-OF-xtzuemVoR7ORfjKh27a-sAAYBCk9QFlfwWZbCNL5buFT292TkD~M0q~HubSMPS0ITC5FrlwTcqp7WUBIb018lf2oYAwPUwrX3krEFyqtw~Au1RPIYggXBypUYYOxJaRKVBZUvtk1ojT7ZhQTxX1WesaGOQYepgkgdHCNkIe3H~5MLamnsOXSgbYnWC2JGMw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Westland Planning Commission recommended approval of case 1941I on March 4, 2025, a combined site plan and special land‑use request to convert a vacant building at the northwest corner of Wayne Road and Hunter Avenue into an automated car wash. The motion included a direction for planning and engineering staff to review sewer and water capacity given historical concerns for the shopping center.

Administration said the subject property is CB3 general commercial business, roughly two acres, and currently contains a vacant single‑story building previously occupied by a pharmacy. Staff reported that the applicant proposes an interior automated car wash, eight enclosed interior vacuum stations, expanded landscaping and a stacking lane designed into the site. A traffic impact study prepared by a certified traffic engineer concluded the proposed use would generate an insignificant net increase in peak hour vehicle trips compared with the existing CVS use and would not materially change levels of service on adjacent roadways.

Stonefield Engineering representative Eric Williams, developer Brandon Casaub and a brand representative described plans to reuse the existing building shell, add landscaping, and maintain existing shared access drives rather than create new curb cuts on Wayne or Hunter. Williams said the revised plan increases green space by about 6,300 square feet and preserves counterclockwise circulation on the site similar to the existing configuration.

Commissioners asked questions about sewer and water capacity, left‑turn lanes at the intersection, and voluntary community benefits the developer had offered during outreach. Administration and the petitioner said modern car washes commonly recycle a substantial share of water and that engineering and DPS staff reviewed the plans and raised no objections; however, the commission asked administration to double‑check sewer and water capacity from an historical perspective. Commissioner David Swokas moved to close the public hearing, waive normal rules, and forward case 1941I to city council with the recommendation for approval, including the administration's follow‑up check on sewer and water; Richards seconded. The roll call vote was unanimous in favor and administration told the petitioner to coordinate on next steps prior to the council hearing.","After reviewing a traffic impact study and updated site plan, the commission unanimously recommended approval of case 1941I, a proposal to convert a vacant building at the northwest corner of Wayne and Hunter into an automated car wash with interior vacuums and landscaping.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6126588,"Commission backs special land‑use for serpentarium at Newberg plaza",1066,1291000,2357000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2667524-4bea927f17564432b20804f81e803405&start=1291&end=2357","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2667524-4bea927f17564432b20804f81e803405/thumbnail_1291000.jpg","/articles/6126588/Westland-City/Wayne-County/Michigan/Commission-backs-special-landuse-for-serpentarium-at-Newberg-plaza","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6126588-ac6dcd0e1f9c0ca3514fda03da2ba00d/orig.mp4?Expires=1770445678&Signature=JQ9dKaSxJrd-ncRIGLG28epPeYInGOB~1gXjZoX8hMTRxDXgdCXvsw8TWYemcC3QZeKzo7DpVSk65-OG4oOWF64PhIdCTmaq1NIVJMv1KG2XV9HIA-aLJqJm~8A5nriP3bqJOaR0ysf1t8IU~TqOp7-gKL5TTDy47apPFkDYBPfYbX0LZ8hZj6dlkh3NBJXe6pyHAXg2xvsQQx~4ZEVIrHNb~6BXSUEK343G3dgyMeen8me3ZxwLM3PC2tOaYHzeHVydx84uR-5KfphEL4h~9rDXQvrJO-BvQqdAyvTNUGQ5XPgZDtiwZ9cqYSSx5a9sPN~Bf-Fo2yFAfQfhXu8vJQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Westland Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of a special land‑use permit for a serpentarium proposed at 958 North Newberg (case 2055B). The petitioner, Michael Wilson, seeks to operate a reptile exhibition use in an approximately 1,000 square‑foot vacant space within an existing retail plaza.

Administration briefed the commission that the subject site is zoned CB3 general commercial business and that “amusement” uses in that district are treated as special land uses. Staff said it had consulted fire, police and the city attorney and found no objections after reviewing applicable rules and regulations; staff also said research with other cities and federal agencies including the USDA showed no additional municipal requirements. “We are recommending approval of this petition,” administration told commissioners.

Petitioner Michael Wilson told the commission the business would primarily house snakes, monitors and lizards and that enclosures would be lockable and labeled; he said enclosures would be secured and monitored with video cameras. Commissioners and staff asked about animal care, food sourcing and security. Wilson said the facility would order frozen feed (rats, guinea pigs) monthly and store it in a freezer; he said staff have a network for rehoming larger animals when required.

Several commissioners and staff framed the proposed use as educational and a potential community resource; Commissioner Hopkins and others asked whether the petitioner would provide school outreach or discounted admission for local students and offered support for partnerships. Commissioner Ruby Richards and others said the location and educational focus were appropriate for the plaza. Commissioner Daryl Rounds moved to close the public hearing, waive normal rules, and forward case 2055B to city council with a recommendation for approval contingent on departmental requirements and recommendations; Richards seconded. The roll call vote was unanimous in favor. The city will forward the matter to council and administration said it will assist the petitioner with next steps and any departmental follow‑up.","The commission unanimously recommended approval of case 2055B, a special land‑use request to operate a serpentarium (reptile exhibition) in a vacant ~1,000 sq. ft. space at 958 North Newberg plaza, after staff said departments had no objections.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6126593,"Commission recommends approval of two‑lot land division on Joy Road",552,727000,1279000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2667524-4bea927f17564432b20804f81e803405&start=727&end=1279","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2667524-4bea927f17564432b20804f81e803405/thumbnail_727000.jpg","/articles/6126593/Westland-City/Wayne-County/Michigan/Commission-recommends-approval-of-twolot-land-division-on-Joy-Road","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6126593-7819957a9080b1418c0229251fa7844e/orig.mp4?Expires=1770445678&Signature=dOygVMAqLi9mwSKTT-Y9etG~CcR5Sm0HTkyHpxV9cpeICrOsbcGfLSrcgqw4xu24ATdFCwDglip8RiuGoBkWuG8i09VnSS2P-9toSo~cdGNC-p-frE8eHpccfzvhNG1ybSiODFU8ognY9sOBLPTrWImi8OY1Viq5jJicX4GKlLsuSr9wNberOtW2mRw3xLWs7lcDnLz3MgjNiAdyi7YtuyY2asXLF3gzQL3DL9iWFFCkdJKpIi22GINfHo8vJkUZmdm5KFKYbBBAHxe5T6Hy7a93eiNe0-HW~RUDxRmOGs8QbyyH3kgjRTyuDMz3Sml-zPnDmLKhAcgLwwtzsRrOuw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Westland Planning Commission on March 4 recommended approval of case 2273, a petition to divide 1.5 acres at 35857 Joy Road into two buildable single‑family residential parcels. Planning staff described the parcel as currently zoned PUD for development purposes and regulated under single‑family standards.

Administration described Parcel A as approximately 1.9 acres with 61 feet of frontage on Joy Road and Parcel B as approximately 0.6 acres with about 103.6 feet of frontage; both were reported to meet the single‑family zoning standards including the five‑foot side setback. Administration said the land division would not create nonconformities and that Parcel B would not become landlocked under the proposed layout.

Petitioner Richard Larrabee attended and said he had no additions to staff’s presentation. Commissioner David Swokas, who lives nearby, asked whether the private drive to a rear unit would be dedicated to the city or remain private; Larrabee answered it would be a private drive and that pavement will be required at the site plan stage. Administration confirmed pavement is a city requirement and must be addressed with the eventual site plan submission.

Commissioner Ruby Richards moved to forward case 2273 to city council with a recommendation for approval contingent upon the usual departmental requirements and recommendations; Hopkins seconded. The roll call vote was unanimous in favor and the chair told the petitioner to work with administration on next steps. The commission’s recommendation is advisory and the final action will be at the city council meeting.","The commission voted to forward case 2273, a proposed split of a 1.5‑acre parcel at 35857 Joy Road into two single‑family buildable lots, to city council with recommendations and standard departmental conditions.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6126598,"Planning commission recommends rezoning of two Beechwood lots for seven townhouses",440,273000,713000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2667524-4bea927f17564432b20804f81e803405&start=273&end=713","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2667524-4bea927f17564432b20804f81e803405/thumbnail_273000.jpg","/articles/6126598/Westland-City/Wayne-County/Michigan/Planning-commission-recommends-rezoning-of-two-Beechwood-lots-for-seven-townhouses","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6126598-2951cb1386c098dd99edcc5e3225beb1/orig.mp4?Expires=1770445678&Signature=je~vz75cXM3sfbs4Pq2bIkH3PAhQdaYsa2UFPt7YRXKmChErk8aMVA5UF-m0YdO0oAvGNqjRFaXHKoezONIv3DdoGhyzdrL5AnhOXqzJLt1DYwq26t5SNDt3JcyyU2qWlWSbgm1WmJDZbx6jHdpNLU4sGB57aMltIfKblS5tGmBGm7ihPgY1Qew5Fgn5pCfOLXi8CSLZ5mH-7YZZq6YUj4ZRzTdu1x8xa4fGqv5nfwUlCjQEbYtCahyt1ByOEBlZlpTkQX0V-dKpZqJDMNuw0xlVMajwo7Fn7eT9~mNdmPgFglVFAys9qekVlhw8jePtsxOznlk7q7g9KmHFRxIHfw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Westland Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of case 1683A on March 4, 2025, a petition to rezone two adjoining parcels on Beechwood north of Ford from R5 single‑family residential to THR townhouse. The motion to close the public hearing and forward the petition to city council passed on a roll call vote.

Administration staff told the commission the two parcels total about 18,000 square feet and currently include one single‑family dwelling and one buildable vacant lot. “The petitioner tonight is requesting to rezone these 2 parcels and will later combine them,” the administration said. The 2018 future land use designation for the parcels is single‑family residential, staff noted, but recommended approval to allow a townhouse development that would total approximately seven units as currently proposed.

Architectural designer and project manager Ahmed Derbas appeared for the petitioner and did not add substantive details beyond the administration presentation. The initial site plan submitted showed a single rectangular building with eight units; staff had asked the petitioner to break that into two buildings to better match neighborhood character. The petitioner revised the plan and now proposes seven units, using brick and siding on the façade.

During the public hearing, Commissioner Deanna Stachow said she looked forward to additional housing and called the townhouse design “a really complimentary addition.” Commissioner David Swokas asked whether the units would be rental or for purchase; the petitioner said the units “will be rent individually.” No members of the public offered opposition.

David Swokas moved to close the public hearing, waive normal rules, and forward case 1683A to city council subject to departmental requirements and recommendations; Commissioner Hopkins seconded. The roll call vote recorded all commissioners present voting yes; the chair announced the motion approved. The administration instructed the petitioner to contact staff about next steps before appearance at city council.

The commission’s recommendation is only advisory; final approval resides with the Westland City Council. The administration packet that accompanied the case included the 2018 future land use designation and the revised site plan for seven townhouse units.","The Westland Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend city council approval of case 1683A, a petition to rezone two parcels on Beechwood north of Ford from R5 single‑family to THR townhouse to allow construction of seven rental townhouses.","actionData","errors"]

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