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ZBA allows three wall signs for future Savvy Sliders at 26336 West 12 Mile Road
Summary
The board approved variances letting a future Savvy Sliders restaurant install three wall signs — including two facing non-thoroughfare directions — citing visibility needs for a drive‑through site and consistent character with surrounding properties.
The Southfield Zoning Board of Appeals on May 6 granted variances allowing three wall signs for a proposed Savvy Sliders drive‑thru at 26336 West 12 Mile Road, including two signs that would not face a major thoroughfare and a larger-than-permitted sign facing 12 Mile Road.
City staff read that the appellant (identified in the record as Ayed Sido of Global Signs and Awnings, representing owner Clark Pata) requested waivers under Chapter 99, Article 11, Section 8.6, seeking two additional wall signs (for a total of three), two wall signs not facing a major thoroughfare (each about 83 square feet), and an approximately 130-square-foot wall sign facing a major thoroughfare where 41 square feet is permitted.
Appellant Ed Sudo (appearing at the hearing) told the board the extra signs were needed so east- and west-bound traffic could readily identify the restaurant because there will be no monument sign or panel sign on the site. City staff recommended favorable consideration, conditioned on required permits and inspections, citing extraordinary or exceptional property conditions and that the signs would not adversely affect surrounding properties or traffic safety.
Board members asked about signage locations and traffic safety; members expressed support, noting the east- and west-facing signs appear intended to promote safe identification of the restaurant before motorists pass the parking-lot entrance. Member Libet moved to approve the variances; the motion was seconded and approved unanimously. The board reminded the applicant to continue coordinating with the city on permits and inspections.
