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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Livonia public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
EV charging station rezoning at 15150 Levan Road
A petition would rezone a Levan Road property from Local Business to General Business to allow an electric vehicle charging lot as the main use. Residents can weigh in at the public hearing before any Council decision.
Commercial short-term rental proposed in residential district at 15454 Golfview
A homeowner wants to operate a commercial short-term rental in a residential neighborhood where it's prohibited. The outcome could set the tone for how Livonia handles short-term rentals.
Native plant gardens vs. noxious weed ordinance
Residents who replace conventional lawns with native plant gardens or meadows could face weed-ordinance citations. The proposed amendment would add non-enforcement language so eco-friendly landscaping isn't penalized.
Apartment dog run variance request at 31200 Morlock
SG Apple Ridge Apartments wants a 3,500-square-foot fenced dog run, 3,300 square feet over what the code allows. The board tabled it in August so the applicant could revise the plan. Residents near Morlock can weigh in at the hearing.
Outdoor storage facility waiver at 34426 Rosati Avenue
Infinity Acquisitions, LLC, wants a zoning waiver to run an outdoor storage yard for a special trades contractor on Rosati Avenue. Nearby residents will want to watch what gets stored and how it looks from the street.