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Warren planning panel approves vacation of 20-foot alley near 8 Mile, adds condition to preserve neighbor garage access
Summary
The Warren Planning Commission approved the vacation of a 20-foot east‑west public alley adjacent to Keith's Fairview Subdivision after testimony from petitioner Fred Baghdadi and neighbors; approval is conditional on complying with the Michigan Land Division Act and ensuring access to an adjacent garage (Lot 59).
The Warren City Planning Commission on the evening of the meeting approved a petition to vacate a 20-foot east‑west public alley abutting lots in Keith's Fairview Subdivision, with conditions intended to protect utility easements and ensure access to a neighboring garage.
Fred Baghdadi, owner of Fred’s Unique Furniture, told the commission he has struggled with repeated dumping and people loitering in the alley behind his business and said vacating the alley "would benefit everybody." Planning staff recommended vacating the alley but listed several conditions, including compliance with the Michigan Land Division Act (MCL 560.22), obtaining city council…
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