Oshtemo Township - September 23, 2025 Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting

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The board reviews a request for site plan approval to construct an office building addition and a detached garage on Venture Park Drive. The site plan meets zoning requirements, and the planning department recommends approval. Additionally, the board considers an area variance request for a property on West G Avenue to adjust parcel boundaries. The variance is granted to allow for a more orderly parcel configuration.

Chapters

Call to Order (00:00:00)
The meeting was called to order at 3:00 PM.

The meeting officially began at 3:00 PM with a call to order by the chairman.
Pledge of Allegiance (00:00:04)
The board and attendees recited the Pledge of Allegiance.

The board members and attendees stood and recited the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States of America.
Approval of Agenda (00:00:29)
The agenda for the meeting was approved unanimously.

The board discussed the agenda, and a motion to approve it as stated was made, seconded, and passed unanimously without any objections.
Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items (00:00:51)
There were no public comments on non-agenda items.

The floor was opened for public comments on items not on the agenda, but no comments were made by the public.
Approval of Minutes (00:01:14)
The minutes from the previous meeting were approved.

The board reviewed the minutes from the last meeting. A motion to accept the minutes as stated was made, seconded, and approved unanimously.
Site Plan Review (00:01:43)
The board reviewed a site plan for an office building addition and garage.

The applicant requested site plan review for an office addition and detached garage. The site is 1.5 acres, zoned commercial, and meets all zoning requirements. Some minor revisions are needed, but the planning department recommends approval with conditions.
Area Variance Request (00:08:33)
A variance to allow a parcel re-description was discussed and approved.

The board considered an area variance to allow a parcel re-description resulting in a non-conforming lot size. The unique property shape and context were discussed. The board found substantial justice, no self-created hardship, and no public harm, and approved the variance.
Other Updates and Business (00:22:01)
A reminder about a joint board meeting was given.

The board was reminded about an upcoming joint meeting. No additional updates or business were discussed during this agenda item.
Adjournment (00:22:34)
The meeting was adjourned with a motion and support.

A motion to adjourn the meeting was made and supported. All members voted in favor, and the meeting was officially adjourned.

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