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Board grants parking and driveway relief for small Pilates studio on Woodward Ave
Summary
The zoning board approved a variance allowing a Pilates studio on Woodward Ave to proceed with two fewer off‑street spaces than the ordinance requires and a narrowed driveway, after the applicant’s attorney described an appointment‑only, low‑occupancy operation and the owner added three rear parking spaces.
The Royal Oak Zoning Board approved parking and driveway variances for a proposed Pilates studio on Woodward Avenue after hearing that the studio will be appointment‑only, small‑scale, and mainly serve off‑peak clients.
Staff report and relief requested: Planning staff said the building’s maximum occupancy (as determined by the building inspector) is 50 people, which would require 13 off‑street parking spaces under the zoning ordinance. The site is credited with 8 spaces based on prior retail use;…
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