Oshtemo Township - April 22, 2025 Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting

Updated about 12 hours ago

The board reviewed a site plan submitted by Blackberry Systems for a new standalone warehouse building with subsequent office and showroom additions. Lee Harris, a zoning administrator, presented the project details, which include a three-phase construction plan. The board discussed the requested variances for not installing certain landscaping and sidewalks due to unique site constraints and a past incident where trees were removed by a utility company. Michael Shields from Blackberry Systems explained the challenges faced due to these constraints. The board approved the site plan and granted the variances with conditions to provide easements for future infrastructure. The meeting concluded with discussions on how to streamline processes to avoid similar issues in the future.

Chapters

Call to Order (00:00:03)
The meeting is officially called to order and attendees are asked to rise for the Pledge of Allegiance.

The meeting is officially called to order, signaling the start of the proceedings. Attendees are asked to rise for the Pledge of Allegiance.
Pledge of Allegiance (00:00:11)
Attendees recite the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America.

Attendees recite the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, showing respect and patriotism.
Approval of Agenda (00:00:33)
A motion is made to approve the agenda as published. The motion is supported and passes without opposition.

A motion is made to approve the agenda as published. The motion is supported by another member, and the agenda is approved without any opposition from the attendees.
Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items (00:00:56)
Opportunity is given for public comments on non-agenda items, but there are no comments made.

The chair provides an opportunity for the public to comment on items not included in the agenda. However, no comments are made, and the session is closed.
Approval of Minutes (00:01:48)
Corrections to the previous meeting minutes are discussed, particularly attendance errors. Minutes are then approved with noted corrections.

Corrections to the previous meeting's minutes are discussed, specifically regarding errors in recording attendance. After making the necessary corrections, the minutes are approved.
Zoning Board of Appeals (00:04:11)
Blackberry Systems requests site plan approval for a new building and variances. The zoning board discusses compliance and variance issues.

Blackberry Systems requests site plan approval for a new standalone building and additions, which are proposed in three phases. The zoning board reviews the request, discussing compliance with zoning requirements and considering requested variances.
Site Plan Review and Variances (00:13:12)
The board reviews and approves the site plan with conditions. Variances regarding landscaping and infrastructure are considered.

The board reviews the site plan submitted by Blackberry Systems and approves it with specific conditions. Two variances are considered: one for landscaping in the greenbelt area and another for non-motorized infrastructure. The board discusses the implications and grants the variances.
Other Updates and Business (00:28:03)
The meeting moves to other updates and business. No additional business is presented or discussed.

The meeting transitions to address any other updates and business. However, no additional topics or updates are introduced for discussion.
Adjournment (00:29:47)
The meeting is adjourned after all agenda items are addressed. Attendees are thanked for their participation.

With all agenda items addressed, the meeting is formally adjourned. The chair thanks the attendees for their participation, signaling the end of the session.

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