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Neighborhood ice‑cream shop at 620 Cherry approved; commissioners debate benches and seating rules

Royal Oak Planning Commission · April 14, 2026
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The commission approved a site plan for a carry‑out ice‑cream shop at 620 Cherry operated by Jennifer Vanlin, requiring six parking spaces and no outdoor seating; commissioners asked for a bike rack, dark‑sky lighting and urged the owner to coordinate with the adjacent homeowner about driveway demarcation.

The Planning Commission approved a site plan April 14 for a neighborhood carry‑out ice‑cream shop at 620 Cherry proposed by Jennifer ("Jenny") Vanlin, who said she intends the business to be a family‑friendly, walkable neighborhood amenity. The proposal converts an existing 1,500 sq ft building to a carry‑out ice‑cream shop with no inside or outside dining; staff confirmed that carry‑out is a permitted use and the plan provides the six parking spaces…

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