Northville Now

The Northville Township board recently made a decision to deny a consent agreement change proposed by Schostak Bros. This amendment would have allowed the construction of a car wash at Seven Mile and Haggerty. The consent judgment, which currently prohibits car washes on the site, would have been changed to allow the car wash on a 3-acre plot at the northern end of the development. Many local residents expressed their opposition to the proposal, citing concerns about the negative impact the car wash could have on the surrounding area. At a recent board meeting, several residents voiced their disapproval, stating that the car wash would be out of character for the area and could lead to increased traffic, noise, and pollution. Despite the township board's decision to deny the amendment, it is possible that Schostak Bros. could submit the proposal again in the future. Township Supervisor Mark Abbo emphasized that the property is zoned as planned unit development, and any changes to the current consent agreement would need to be approved by the board. Residents expressed frustration about the lack of information provided and the perceived lack of transparency in the planning process. Moving forward, it is important for developers to involve the community in the planning process and consider the concerns of local residents. The situation highlights the importance of communication between developers and the community when proposing new businesses or changes to existing developments. While the Northville Township board denied the amendment proposed by Schostak Bros. to allow a car wash at Seven Mile and Haggerty, it is possible for the developers to offer the proposal again in the future. This means that the developers could potentially submit a new proposal to amend the consent judgment that currently prohibits car washes on the site. It's worth noting that even if a new proposal is submitted, there is no guarantee that it will be approved. The Northville Township board and planning commission will carefully review any new proposal to ensure that it meets the requirements and standards set by the township's zoning and development regulations. Ultimately, any changes to the current consent agreement would need to be approved by the board before the proposed car wash or any other business could be constructed on the site.