Oshtemo Township - October 28, 2025 Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting

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In the Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting, two main variance requests are considered. The first request is from Eric Weathers, seeking a frontage variance for the consolidation of two properties into a single parcel with non-contiguous road frontage. The board discusses the unique physical circumstances and potential precedents before approving the variance. The second request is from Scott Houston, who seeks to render a non-conforming parcel buildable by addressing inadequate frontage. After reviewing the variance criteria and public comments, the board grants the variance, allowing for the construction of a single-family home on the property. The meeting concludes with no further updates or business.

Chapters

Attendance Announcement (00:00:00)
The meeting started with an attendance announcement stating that four members are present, instead of the usual five.

The chair announced that there are only four members present at the meeting instead of the typical five. This is important for decision-making processes, as a split decision of two to two will not carry a motion.
Pledge of Allegiance (00:00:51)
The meeting officially began with the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance.

The chair led the members and attendees in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, marking the official start of the meeting.
Approval of Agenda (00:01:18)
The agenda for the meeting was reviewed and approved without any changes.

The chair asked if there were any comments or changes to the agenda. Staff reported no changes, and a motion to approve the agenda was made and seconded. The agenda was unanimously approved.
Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items (00:01:52)
Opportunity for public comment on non-agenda items was provided, but no comments were made.

The chair opened the floor for any public comments on items not listed on the agenda. Seeing none, the meeting moved on to the next item.
Approval of Minutes (00:02:08)
Minutes from the previous meeting were reviewed and approved with no changes.

The minutes of the previous meeting were presented for approval. There were no discussions or changes proposed. A motion to approve the minutes was made, seconded, and passed unanimously.
Frontage Variance Request - Eric Weathers (00:02:37)
Eric Weathers requested a frontage variance for his property, which was discussed and approved by the board.

The board reviewed a request from Eric Weathers for a frontage variance to allow for the re-description of two properties into one parcel with non-contiguous frontage. After a detailed discussion of the five criteria for variance consideration, including unique physical circumstances and self-created hardship, the board approved the variance request.
Public Comment on Frontage Variance (00:15:03)
Public comment was received from Craig Weem regarding the frontage variance request.

Craig Weem, a member of the public, provided comments regarding the frontage variance request, expressing concerns about the process and previous zoning changes. He questioned the issuance of building permits and the adherence to rules.
Frontage Variance Request - Scott Houston (00:18:01)
Scott Houston requested a variance to allow a non-conforming parcel to be buildable.

Scott Houston applied for a variance to make a non-conforming parcel with inadequate frontage buildable for a single-family home. The board considered the unique physical circumstances, potential self-created hardship, and community impact. The variance was granted after thorough discussion.
Public Comment on Second Variance (00:29:01)
Public comment on Scott Houston's variance was supportive, with no objections raised.

Gordon Belvy, a neighbor, expressed support for Scott Houston's variance request, stating that he had no objections to making the parcel buildable for a home.
Adjournment (00:37:00)
The meeting was adjourned after all agenda items were covered.

The chair called for a motion to adjourn the meeting, which was seconded and unanimously approved. The meeting was officially adjourned.

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