Grosse Pointe Park City Zoning Code

ARTICLE 9

- SITE PLAN REVIEW

Section 9.01 - Intent.

Purpose. The purpose of a site plan review is to ensure project compliance with the City of Grosse Pointe Park's zoning appendix, along with other applicable ordinances and laws (e.g., Michigan's Building Code), all of which protect the health, safety, and well-being of a community.

All projects require a site plan review. No building can be erected, moved, relocated, or structurally altered and there cannot be a change or addition of use, nor expansion or reduction of off-street parking, and no filling, excavation or grading can be undertaken until a required plan has been submitted for review and approval, as specified in this section.

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Section 9.02 - Types of site plans and reviews.

Two types of site plans and reviews:

Administrative site plans. Site plans that meet the appendix requirements must be approved per State of Michigan law. Therefore, all projects fall under administrative site plans except for projects that require special planning processes, such as a special land use, re-zoning, or planned unit development. Examples of these projects include but are not limited to new construction of permitted uses, additions for residential dwellings, and changes to site exterior (e.g., landscaping, screening, lighting).

Planning Commission site plans. Planning Commission site plan projects involve projects with special planning processes such as special land uses, rezonings, variances and planned unit development and for any developments that include five or more residential units.

Discretion of the Department of Public Services Director. The DPS Director makes the final determination on the type of site plan review required and the criteria needed for each plan. The DPS Director has the right to waive and add additional criteria to a site plan review.

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Section 9.03 - Types of projects for site plans.

Zoning Review	Types of Projects	Review Authority	Contents
Administrative site plan	•Renovation/new construction of permitted uses •Re-use/re-occupancy •Temporary uses •Exterior site improvements	Director of Public Services, or their designee	Depends on project and at the discretion of the DPS Director.
Planning Commission site plan	•Any development with five+ residential Planning Commission units •Special land use •Rezoning (map amendment) •Text amendment •Planned unit development (PUD)	Planning Commission	Plans require a certified land survey stamped and sealed by a licensed architect/engineer/builder/land surveyor, and a stamp from a landscape architect

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Section 9.04 - Required plan elements.

The DPS Director has final discretion over site plan submission criteria and requiring applicants to bring their property closer into compliance with zoning appendix standards. For the latest plan review criteria, reach out to the Department of Public Services. See overview of criteria below.

APPLICATION DATA
Requirements
□	One pdf copy and one paper copy of the site plan (additionally copies shall be provided upon request)
□	Review fee
□	Completed application form. Form includes proof of ownership. If the applicant is not the owner, a written explanation of their legal relationship shall be submitted. Other form requirements: written project description; contact information for all parties involved in project; and a proposed timeline of project completion.

DESCRIPTIVE AND IDENTIFICATION DATA
Requirements
□	Project title, street address and parcel number.
□	Location map showing relationship to streets, major thoroughfares, adjacent properties.
□	Legal property description.
□	Property size: Acres, square feet, dimensions.
□	Zoning classification of petitioner's parcel and all abutting parcels.
□	Written project description including proposed uses of buildings and site improvements. Include estimate number of employees, if applicable.
□	Name, address, phone number of owner/lessee and professional who prepared the plans.
□	Seal of registered architect, landscape architect, land surveyor, or engineer that prepared the plan.
□	Proposed time of project completion and phasing schedule.
□	Note indicating any variances previously received.
□	Note indicating additional use standards.

GENERAL SITE DATA
Requirements
□	North point and scale drawn no less than 1" = 30'. Sites greater than three acres must be drawn at a scale not less than 1" = 50'.
□	Date of preparation of drawings and revisions.
□	Location of all existing and proposed lot lines, lot dimensions, property lines, easements, right-of-way, road centerlines.
□	Location and/or size and depth (±) of all existing sewer, water, gas, telephone, and electrical utility lines, and associated structures, both on-site and adjacent to the site.
□	Verification of ownership of all existing utilities and/or rights-of-way.
□	All existing (recorded) easements for utilities and/or rights-of-way.
□	Location of any 100-year floodplain and floodway locations present on the subject property, or within 50 feet of the subject property.
□	Location of any known or anticipated wetlands present on the subject property, or within 50 feet of the subject property.
□	Topography on the site and within 100 ft of the site at two ft contour intervals, referenced to a U.S.G.S. benchmark.
□	Note indicating any anticipated changes in terms of dust, odor, smoke, fumes, noise, light, etc.
□	Assessment of potential impacts from the use, storage, processing, or movement of hazardous materials or chemicals, if applicable.

BUILDING FORM, MATERIALS AND DESIGN STANDARDS
Requirements
□	Front, side, and rear yard setbacks.
□	Distances between existing and/or proposed buildings.
□	Location, dimensions, height, and number of stories for all existing and/or proposed structures.
□	Façade and ground floor heights.
□	Building façade elevations for each side of the building, indicating the type of building materials, colors, height, architectural detail and wall lengths. Note, be mindful to avoid blank walls.
□	Primary entrance details.
□	Percentage of first floor and additional floors glass windows.
□	Floor plan.
□	Gross floor area and usable floor area of all existing and/or proposed structures.
□	For multiple-family structures, include a schedule of dwelling units indicating the total number of units broken down by the number of bedrooms and keyed to the buildings.
□	Schedule showing maximum allowable lot coverage and proposed lot coverage.
□	Other pertinent features, including entrance details, decks, porches, fences, flag poles, mailboxes or other structures.
□	Method of solid waste collection. For waste receptacles, provide location, detail, and method of screening for the enclosure.
□	Rooftop equipment and the method of screening.

LIGHTING
Requirements
□	Location, type, and height of all outdoor lighting.
□	Photometric plan.
□	Manufacturers cut sheets for all proposed outdoor light fixtures. Light fixtures must be shielded.

PARKING & CIRCULATION
Requirements
□	Parking lot layout showing the dimensions of the parking bays, maneuvering lanes, islands, turnarounds, the location of directional signage, and pavement markings. Space layout cannot impede circulation.
□	Location and type of surfacing for all pavement areas and curbs.
□	Location and dimensions of barrier-free spaces and barrier-free ramps.
□	Table showing the total number of parking spaces required and proposed. Include the calculations used to determine the number of parking spaces.
□	Location and dimensions of any loading and unloading spaces, service areas, and/or stacking spaces.
□	Location and width of access drives and abutting streets and sidewalks, including radii information.
□	Illustration of route and dimensions for turning movements of expected truck traffic, tankers, delivery vehicles, waste receptacle vehicles, etc.
□	Location and width of existing and/or proposed sidewalks.
□	Demonstration that all pedestrian walking lanes are safe and provide uninterrupted path to entrance.
□	Area designated for "snow storage".
□	Note indicating that approaches to roads under the jurisdiction of Wayne County are required to meet County standards and permit requirements.
□	Note indicating that approaches to roads under the jurisdiction of MDOT are required to meet State of Michigan standards and permit requirements. A note to that effect must be provided.
□	Letter from the road agency with jurisdiction indicating the approval of the location and geometrics of any proposed ingress/egress.

LANDSCAPE & SCREENING
Requirements
□	Location of all existing and proposed landscaped areas, including trees and shrubs
□	Linear length (in feet) of road frontage.
□	Landscape schedule indicating the type, size, and quantity of plant and tree materials. Calculations used to determine the quantity of trees and shrubs required.
□	Off-street parking lots with 20 or more spaces must dedicate at least 5 percent of total parking area to interior landscaping islands. Each island must be a minimum of 150 SF and contain at least 1 deciduous tree, covered with mulch, grass or groundcover.
□	Written description indicating the landscape maintenance procedures.
□	Note indicating that all landscaping shall be kept in a neat, orderly, and healthy growing condition, free of debris and refuse.
□	Note indicating that pruning shall be minimal to ensure the proper maturation of plants.
□	Note indicating that all landscape areas will be irrigated by an automatic, underground irrigation system.
□	Note indicating tree and shrub planting details.
□	Cross-sections illustrating relationship between proposed grades, materials, landscaping, screening, etc.
□	Location and description of existing and proposed screening walls and fences, including dimensions, placement, relationship to grading, materials and color. Review City's standards in Article 10 for more information on screening devices required for parking lots and from residential uses.

SIGNAGE
Requirements
□	Location and illumination of all proposed signage and sign structures.
□	Note indicating that "No signage has been approved as part of this site plan approval, and prior to erecting a sign, an application and appropriate documentation and submissions must be made to the Department of Public Services for review, approval, and the issuance of a sign permit."

ENGINEERING INFORMATION
Requirements
□	Proposed grade elevations showing all high points, low points, and grade changes on the site, including the grades of the property corners and along the perimeter of the site.
□	Finish grades of the building corners, driveways, sidewalks, parking areas, culvert inverts, ditch or swale lines, and along the right-of-way. Clearly differentiate from existing grade elevations by underlining, boxing, or some other means.
□	Schematic layout of the location and/or size and depth of all proposed sewer, water, gas, telephone, and electrical utility lines, and associated structures, both on-site and adjacent to the site.
□	Length, size, and slope of the pipe to be used for each of the proposed storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and watermain lines.
□	Type of pipe to be used for each of the proposed storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and watermain lines.
□	Rim and invert elevations of all proposed structures for each of the proposed storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and watermain lines.
□	Invert elevation at the building and at the point of connection for the main sanitary sewer line.
□	Bedding and backfill requirements for each of the proposed storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and watermain lines.
□	Profile views of all proposed storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and watermain lines.
□	Depth of the lead at the easement or right-of-way line from the final grade.
□	Note indicating the proposed water service to the building, and the size.

ENGINEERING INFORMATION
Requirements
□	Location of fire hydrants and gate valves.
□	Storm sewer calculations must be provided for all sites.
□	Soil erosion and sedimentation control measures.
□	Proposed pavement specifications and/or cross-section detail.
□	Acceleration, deceleration, and passing lanes and tapers on major thoroughfares, as required by MDOT or Wayne County.
□	Written description of utility easements.
□	Written detailed cost estimate for the construction of the proposed sanitary sewer or watermain.
□	List of all public improvements as result of this project.

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Section 9.05 - Site plan review standards.

In the process of reviewing the site plans, consider the following standards:

Use, descriptive and general site data. The proposed use is compatible with the zoning district and surrounding uses. The application and site plan provide all basic site information in a legible manner.

Building form and design standards. Building form and design must relate to and be harmonious with the surrounding neighborhood in terms of texture, scale, mass, proportion, materials, and color. Buildings and structures must meet or exceed setback standards, build-to lines, height and other dimensional standards, and so placed to preserve environmentally sensitive areas.

Lighting. Site lighting must be decorative and compliment the building's architecture, while at the same time adequately illuminating a site for safety and convenience. Excessively bright and harsh site illumination that creates undesirable halo effects on the property, diminishes the residential environment and presents a potential hazard to vehicle and pedestrian traffic on abutting streets and sidewalks is not permitted.

Parking and circulation. The pedestrian and vehicular circulation system planned for the proposed development must be in the best interest of the public health, safety, and welfare in regard to on-site circulation and the overall circulation of the neighborhood and community. Attention must be directed to the ingress/egress access points, maneuvering lane, turning movements, loading areas, street and alley intersections. The parking pattern proposed shall be in the best interest of the public health, safety, and welfare in regard to size, layout and quantity, and the location of parking facilities will not be detrimental to nearby developments, properties, or public streets.

Landscaping and screening. Walls, earth berms, planting screens or combinations act as buffers to provide a more compatible, safer and visually attractive physical separation between various land use types. Where necessary, these devices create a definitive site improvement, thereby minimizing the impact that one type of land use may have on another. General landscaping enhances the appearance, character and value of property while having a positive impact on the community. Landscaping breaks up masses of paved and building areas and provides a cooling effect, encourages the preservation of existing vegetation where possible, and can provide a physical separation between pedestrian and vehicle traffic.

Signage. Site signing must meet the requirements of the zoning appendix and must be approved by the Director of Public Services.

Engineering information. Utility services, including sanitary, water and storm runoff, must not exceed the existing or planned capacity of such services, and shall be developed in the best interest of the public health, safety, and welfare of the community. The proposed development must be designed and located so that public services, including streets and sidewalks, police and fire protection, and public schools have sufficient capacity to properly serve the development, and so that such services will not be adversely affected by the proposed development.

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Section 9.06 - Site plan review process.

Process overview. See flowcharts for each site plan process at the end of this article.

Pre-application meetings. Prior to beginning any development or site plan process in the city, applicants are encouraged to meet with city staff for a conceptual review of the proposed project. This meeting can help promote a smooth approval process once a formal application is submitted. Please call the Department of Public Services to schedule a meeting and view the checklist below for information about what to bring to the meeting and what to expect. It is at the discretion of the DPS Director to determine if a fee must be paid to attend the pre-application meeting. If a meeting is larger in scope and requires the attention of the City Engineer, then a fee must be paid, as stated in the fee schedule.

Pre-development meeting material checklist. Please bring the following information:

Project location.

Existing land use and zoning classification.

Surrounding land uses.

Intended development (residential, office, retail, commercial, etc.).

Preliminary sketches (hand-drawn are acceptable).

Any other additional project information available.

Pre-application meeting topics of discussion.

Review the proposed use for general conformance with existing zoning

Initial feedback on design (if applicable)

The correct zoning process and what to expect

Potential options for incentives through local, county or state programs

Answer any questions you may have about development in the City of Grosse Pointe Park

Performance guarantee. The Director of Public Services and the Planning Commission may require that a performance guarantee be deposited with the city to ensure faithful completion of the improvements. Improvements that shall be covered by the performance guarantee include, but are not necessarily limited to landscaping, open-space improvements, streets, lighting, and sidewalks.

Decision statement. The DPS Director and Planning Commission must state, in the record of its proceedings, the grounds for the actions taken concerning each site plan submitted for its approval and list any conditions imposed.

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Section 9.07 - Procedures after plan approval.

Final approved plan. The applicant must submit a final approved site plan with the changes required by the DPS Director and the Planning Commission and list any conditions as a note on the plan, before receiving a work permit or submitting construction drawings. The final plan is a requirement of the planning process, and no project can move forward without an authorized final plan. Final plans are authorized by the DPS Director.

Approval expiration. The approval of a site plan shall be effective for a period of two years from the date of such approval. If a building permit has not been obtained and construction has not commenced within the two-year approval period, the site plan approval shall be null and void. In such a case, the applicant shall be required to obtain a new site plan approval as specified in this article.

Approval extensions. Administrative site plans shall not be granted an extension. An extension of up to 12 months for an approved planning commission site plan may be granted by the planning commission. An extension may be granted provided the approved site plan continues to adequately represent current conditions on and surrounding the site, and that the site plan conforms to the standards of the city regulations in affect at the time of the applicant's request for an extension.

Site maintenance after approval.

It is the responsibility of the owner of a property for which site plan approval has been granted to maintain the property in accordance with the approved plans, including all site design elements and improvements, on a continuing basis until the property is razed, new zoning regulations supersede the regulations upon which plan approval was based, or a new plan is approved.

Any property owner who fails to maintain an approved site plan in full compliance with approvals granted by the city according to the provisions of these regulations, is in violation of these regulations and required to return the site conditions consistent with the approved plans or they will lose their site plan approval and risk the loss of their certificate of occupancy and business license.

Revocation. Any approved site plans may be revoked by the Planning Commission if construction on the site is not completed or is not progressing in a manner consistent with the approved plans. In such a case, the plan will be placed on the agenda of a Planning Commission meeting for a consideration. The city must give written notice to the applicant at least ten days prior to the meeting. The Director of Public Services, other city staff, the applicant, and other interested persons shall be allowed to present information and testimony to the Planning Commission. If the Planning Commission finds that an inconsistency or violation of the approved site plan exists at the time of the hearing, then, by a majority vote of attending members, the Planning Commission may revoke the approval of the plan and order the site returned to its original condition by a date certain. Failure to comply with such an order is a violation of these regulations.

Modification to approved plan. A previously approved plan may be subsequently modified, subject to the review and approval requirements of this article based on the scope of the proposed modifications. The DPS Director can approve minor plan modifications. The DPS Director determines if a revised site plan must receive administrative or Planning Commission approval.

Minor modifications:

Movement of a building or buildings by no more than five feet, provided all setback, parking, landscaping and other site requirements are still met.

Plantings approved in the landscape plan may be replaced by similar types and sizes of landscaping which provide a similar screening effect on an equal or greater basis.

Improvements to site access or circulation, such as deceleration lanes, boulevards, curbing, pedestrian/bicycle paths, but not the addition of new driveways.

Changes of building materials or design, fencing, screening, or site amenities will result in a higher quality development, as determined by the community development department.

Changes in interior floor plans which do not alter the character of the use.

Slight modification of sign placement or reduction of size.

Changes required or requested by a city, county, state or federal agency for safety reasons or for compliance with applicable laws that do not alter the basic design, compliance with the standards of approval, nor any specified conditions of the approved site plan.

Situations the City deems similar to the above do not alter the basic design, compliance with the standards of approval, nor any specified conditions of the approved site plan.

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Section 9.08 - Flowcharts.

Administrative Site Plan Process

Planning Commission Site Plan Process

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Grosse Pointe Park City Zoning Code

ARTICLE 9

- SITE PLAN REVIEW

Section 9.01 - Intent.

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Section 9.02 - Types of site plans and reviews.

Two types of site plans and reviews:

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Section 9.03 - Types of projects for site plans.

Zoning Review	Types of Projects	Review Authority	Contents
Administrative site plan	•Renovation/new construction of permitted uses •Re-use/re-occupancy •Temporary uses •Exterior site improvements	Director of Public Services, or their designee	Depends on project and at the discretion of the DPS Director.
Planning Commission site plan	•Any development with five+ residential Planning Commission units •Special land use •Rezoning (map amendment) •Text amendment •Planned unit development (PUD)	Planning Commission	Plans require a certified land survey stamped and sealed by a licensed architect/engineer/builder/land surveyor, and a stamp from a landscape architect

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Section 9.04 - Required plan elements.

APPLICATION DATA
Requirements
□	One pdf copy and one paper copy of the site plan (additionally copies shall be provided upon request)
□	Review fee
□	Completed application form. Form includes proof of ownership. If the applicant is not the owner, a written explanation of their legal relationship shall be submitted. Other form requirements: written project description; contact information for all parties involved in project; and a proposed timeline of project completion.

DESCRIPTIVE AND IDENTIFICATION DATA
Requirements
□	Project title, street address and parcel number.
□	Location map showing relationship to streets, major thoroughfares, adjacent properties.
□	Legal property description.
□	Property size: Acres, square feet, dimensions.
□	Zoning classification of petitioner's parcel and all abutting parcels.
□	Written project description including proposed uses of buildings and site improvements. Include estimate number of employees, if applicable.
□	Name, address, phone number of owner/lessee and professional who prepared the plans.
□	Seal of registered architect, landscape architect, land surveyor, or engineer that prepared the plan.
□	Proposed time of project completion and phasing schedule.
□	Note indicating any variances previously received.
□	Note indicating additional use standards.

GENERAL SITE DATA
Requirements
□	North point and scale drawn no less than 1" = 30'. Sites greater than three acres must be drawn at a scale not less than 1" = 50'.
□	Date of preparation of drawings and revisions.
□	Location of all existing and proposed lot lines, lot dimensions, property lines, easements, right-of-way, road centerlines.
□	Location and/or size and depth (±) of all existing sewer, water, gas, telephone, and electrical utility lines, and associated structures, both on-site and adjacent to the site.
□	Verification of ownership of all existing utilities and/or rights-of-way.
□	All existing (recorded) easements for utilities and/or rights-of-way.
□	Location of any 100-year floodplain and floodway locations present on the subject property, or within 50 feet of the subject property.
□	Location of any known or anticipated wetlands present on the subject property, or within 50 feet of the subject property.
□	Topography on the site and within 100 ft of the site at two ft contour intervals, referenced to a U.S.G.S. benchmark.
□	Note indicating any anticipated changes in terms of dust, odor, smoke, fumes, noise, light, etc.
□	Assessment of potential impacts from the use, storage, processing, or movement of hazardous materials or chemicals, if applicable.

BUILDING FORM, MATERIALS AND DESIGN STANDARDS
Requirements
□	Front, side, and rear yard setbacks.
□	Distances between existing and/or proposed buildings.
□	Location, dimensions, height, and number of stories for all existing and/or proposed structures.
□	Façade and ground floor heights.
□	Building façade elevations for each side of the building, indicating the type of building materials, colors, height, architectural detail and wall lengths. Note, be mindful to avoid blank walls.
□	Primary entrance details.
□	Percentage of first floor and additional floors glass windows.
□	Floor plan.
□	Gross floor area and usable floor area of all existing and/or proposed structures.
□	For multiple-family structures, include a schedule of dwelling units indicating the total number of units broken down by the number of bedrooms and keyed to the buildings.
□	Schedule showing maximum allowable lot coverage and proposed lot coverage.
□	Other pertinent features, including entrance details, decks, porches, fences, flag poles, mailboxes or other structures.
□	Method of solid waste collection. For waste receptacles, provide location, detail, and method of screening for the enclosure.
□	Rooftop equipment and the method of screening.

LIGHTING
Requirements
□	Location, type, and height of all outdoor lighting.
□	Photometric plan.
□	Manufacturers cut sheets for all proposed outdoor light fixtures. Light fixtures must be shielded.

PARKING & CIRCULATION
Requirements
□	Parking lot layout showing the dimensions of the parking bays, maneuvering lanes, islands, turnarounds, the location of directional signage, and pavement markings. Space layout cannot impede circulation.
□	Location and type of surfacing for all pavement areas and curbs.
□	Location and dimensions of barrier-free spaces and barrier-free ramps.
□	Table showing the total number of parking spaces required and proposed. Include the calculations used to determine the number of parking spaces.
□	Location and dimensions of any loading and unloading spaces, service areas, and/or stacking spaces.
□	Location and width of access drives and abutting streets and sidewalks, including radii information.
□	Illustration of route and dimensions for turning movements of expected truck traffic, tankers, delivery vehicles, waste receptacle vehicles, etc.
□	Location and width of existing and/or proposed sidewalks.
□	Demonstration that all pedestrian walking lanes are safe and provide uninterrupted path to entrance.
□	Area designated for "snow storage".
□	Note indicating that approaches to roads under the jurisdiction of Wayne County are required to meet County standards and permit requirements.
□	Note indicating that approaches to roads under the jurisdiction of MDOT are required to meet State of Michigan standards and permit requirements. A note to that effect must be provided.
□	Letter from the road agency with jurisdiction indicating the approval of the location and geometrics of any proposed ingress/egress.

LANDSCAPE & SCREENING
Requirements
□	Location of all existing and proposed landscaped areas, including trees and shrubs
□	Linear length (in feet) of road frontage.
□	Landscape schedule indicating the type, size, and quantity of plant and tree materials. Calculations used to determine the quantity of trees and shrubs required.
□	Off-street parking lots with 20 or more spaces must dedicate at least 5 percent of total parking area to interior landscaping islands. Each island must be a minimum of 150 SF and contain at least 1 deciduous tree, covered with mulch, grass or groundcover.
□	Written description indicating the landscape maintenance procedures.
□	Note indicating that all landscaping shall be kept in a neat, orderly, and healthy growing condition, free of debris and refuse.
□	Note indicating that pruning shall be minimal to ensure the proper maturation of plants.
□	Note indicating that all landscape areas will be irrigated by an automatic, underground irrigation system.
□	Note indicating tree and shrub planting details.
□	Cross-sections illustrating relationship between proposed grades, materials, landscaping, screening, etc.
□	Location and description of existing and proposed screening walls and fences, including dimensions, placement, relationship to grading, materials and color. Review City's standards in Article 10 for more information on screening devices required for parking lots and from residential uses.

SIGNAGE
Requirements
□	Location and illumination of all proposed signage and sign structures.
□	Note indicating that "No signage has been approved as part of this site plan approval, and prior to erecting a sign, an application and appropriate documentation and submissions must be made to the Department of Public Services for review, approval, and the issuance of a sign permit."

ENGINEERING INFORMATION
Requirements
□	Proposed grade elevations showing all high points, low points, and grade changes on the site, including the grades of the property corners and along the perimeter of the site.
□	Finish grades of the building corners, driveways, sidewalks, parking areas, culvert inverts, ditch or swale lines, and along the right-of-way. Clearly differentiate from existing grade elevations by underlining, boxing, or some other means.
□	Schematic layout of the location and/or size and depth of all proposed sewer, water, gas, telephone, and electrical utility lines, and associated structures, both on-site and adjacent to the site.
□	Length, size, and slope of the pipe to be used for each of the proposed storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and watermain lines.
□	Type of pipe to be used for each of the proposed storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and watermain lines.
□	Rim and invert elevations of all proposed structures for each of the proposed storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and watermain lines.
□	Invert elevation at the building and at the point of connection for the main sanitary sewer line.
□	Bedding and backfill requirements for each of the proposed storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and watermain lines.
□	Profile views of all proposed storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and watermain lines.
□	Depth of the lead at the easement or right-of-way line from the final grade.
□	Note indicating the proposed water service to the building, and the size.

ENGINEERING INFORMATION
Requirements
□	Location of fire hydrants and gate valves.
□	Storm sewer calculations must be provided for all sites.
□	Soil erosion and sedimentation control measures.
□	Proposed pavement specifications and/or cross-section detail.
□	Acceleration, deceleration, and passing lanes and tapers on major thoroughfares, as required by MDOT or Wayne County.
□	Written description of utility easements.
□	Written detailed cost estimate for the construction of the proposed sanitary sewer or watermain.
□	List of all public improvements as result of this project.

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Section 9.05 - Site plan review standards.

In the process of reviewing the site plans, consider the following standards:

Signage. Site signing must meet the requirements of the zoning appendix and must be approved by the Director of Public Services.

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Section 9.06 - Site plan review process.

Process overview. See flowcharts for each site plan process at the end of this article.

Pre-development meeting material checklist. Please bring the following information:

Project location.

Existing land use and zoning classification.

Surrounding land uses.

Intended development (residential, office, retail, commercial, etc.).

Preliminary sketches (hand-drawn are acceptable).

Any other additional project information available.

Pre-application meeting topics of discussion.

Review the proposed use for general conformance with existing zoning

Initial feedback on design (if applicable)

The correct zoning process and what to expect

Potential options for incentives through local, county or state programs

Answer any questions you may have about development in the City of Grosse Pointe Park

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Section 9.07 - Procedures after plan approval.

Site maintenance after approval.

Minor modifications:

Movement of a building or buildings by no more than five feet, provided all setback, parking, landscaping and other site requirements are still met.

Plantings approved in the landscape plan may be replaced by similar types and sizes of landscaping which provide a similar screening effect on an equal or greater basis.

Improvements to site access or circulation, such as deceleration lanes, boulevards, curbing, pedestrian/bicycle paths, but not the addition of new driveways.

Changes of building materials or design, fencing, screening, or site amenities will result in a higher quality development, as determined by the community development department.

Changes in interior floor plans which do not alter the character of the use.

Slight modification of sign placement or reduction of size.

Situations the City deems similar to the above do not alter the basic design, compliance with the standards of approval, nor any specified conditions of the approved site plan.

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Section 9.08 - Flowcharts.

Administrative Site Plan Process

Planning Commission Site Plan Process

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Grosse Pointe Park City Zoning Code

ARTICLE 9

- SITE PLAN REVIEW

Section 9.01 - Intent.

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Section 9.02 - Types of site plans and reviews.

Two types of site plans and reviews:

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Section 9.03 - Types of projects for site plans.

Zoning Review	Types of Projects	Review Authority	Contents
Administrative site plan	•Renovation/new construction of permitted uses •Re-use/re-occupancy •Temporary uses •Exterior site improvements	Director of Public Services, or their designee	Depends on project and at the discretion of the DPS Director.
Planning Commission site plan	•Any development with five+ residential Planning Commission units •Special land use •Rezoning (map amendment) •Text amendment •Planned unit development (PUD)	Planning Commission	Plans require a certified land survey stamped and sealed by a licensed architect/engineer/builder/land surveyor, and a stamp from a landscape architect

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Section 9.04 - Required plan elements.

APPLICATION DATA
Requirements
□	One pdf copy and one paper copy of the site plan (additionally copies shall be provided upon request)
□	Review fee
□	Completed application form. Form includes proof of ownership. If the applicant is not the owner, a written explanation of their legal relationship shall be submitted. Other form requirements: written project description; contact information for all parties involved in project; and a proposed timeline of project completion.

DESCRIPTIVE AND IDENTIFICATION DATA
Requirements
□	Project title, street address and parcel number.
□	Location map showing relationship to streets, major thoroughfares, adjacent properties.
□	Legal property description.
□	Property size: Acres, square feet, dimensions.
□	Zoning classification of petitioner's parcel and all abutting parcels.
□	Written project description including proposed uses of buildings and site improvements. Include estimate number of employees, if applicable.
□	Name, address, phone number of owner/lessee and professional who prepared the plans.
□	Seal of registered architect, landscape architect, land surveyor, or engineer that prepared the plan.
□	Proposed time of project completion and phasing schedule.
□	Note indicating any variances previously received.
□	Note indicating additional use standards.

GENERAL SITE DATA
Requirements
□	North point and scale drawn no less than 1" = 30'. Sites greater than three acres must be drawn at a scale not less than 1" = 50'.
□	Date of preparation of drawings and revisions.
□	Location of all existing and proposed lot lines, lot dimensions, property lines, easements, right-of-way, road centerlines.
□	Location and/or size and depth (±) of all existing sewer, water, gas, telephone, and electrical utility lines, and associated structures, both on-site and adjacent to the site.
□	Verification of ownership of all existing utilities and/or rights-of-way.
□	All existing (recorded) easements for utilities and/or rights-of-way.
□	Location of any 100-year floodplain and floodway locations present on the subject property, or within 50 feet of the subject property.
□	Location of any known or anticipated wetlands present on the subject property, or within 50 feet of the subject property.
□	Topography on the site and within 100 ft of the site at two ft contour intervals, referenced to a U.S.G.S. benchmark.
□	Note indicating any anticipated changes in terms of dust, odor, smoke, fumes, noise, light, etc.
□	Assessment of potential impacts from the use, storage, processing, or movement of hazardous materials or chemicals, if applicable.

BUILDING FORM, MATERIALS AND DESIGN STANDARDS
Requirements
□	Front, side, and rear yard setbacks.
□	Distances between existing and/or proposed buildings.
□	Location, dimensions, height, and number of stories for all existing and/or proposed structures.
□	Façade and ground floor heights.
□	Building façade elevations for each side of the building, indicating the type of building materials, colors, height, architectural detail and wall lengths. Note, be mindful to avoid blank walls.
□	Primary entrance details.
□	Percentage of first floor and additional floors glass windows.
□	Floor plan.
□	Gross floor area and usable floor area of all existing and/or proposed structures.
□	For multiple-family structures, include a schedule of dwelling units indicating the total number of units broken down by the number of bedrooms and keyed to the buildings.
□	Schedule showing maximum allowable lot coverage and proposed lot coverage.
□	Other pertinent features, including entrance details, decks, porches, fences, flag poles, mailboxes or other structures.
□	Method of solid waste collection. For waste receptacles, provide location, detail, and method of screening for the enclosure.
□	Rooftop equipment and the method of screening.

LIGHTING
Requirements
□	Location, type, and height of all outdoor lighting.
□	Photometric plan.
□	Manufacturers cut sheets for all proposed outdoor light fixtures. Light fixtures must be shielded.

PARKING & CIRCULATION
Requirements
□	Parking lot layout showing the dimensions of the parking bays, maneuvering lanes, islands, turnarounds, the location of directional signage, and pavement markings. Space layout cannot impede circulation.
□	Location and type of surfacing for all pavement areas and curbs.
□	Location and dimensions of barrier-free spaces and barrier-free ramps.
□	Table showing the total number of parking spaces required and proposed. Include the calculations used to determine the number of parking spaces.
□	Location and dimensions of any loading and unloading spaces, service areas, and/or stacking spaces.
□	Location and width of access drives and abutting streets and sidewalks, including radii information.
□	Illustration of route and dimensions for turning movements of expected truck traffic, tankers, delivery vehicles, waste receptacle vehicles, etc.
□	Location and width of existing and/or proposed sidewalks.
□	Demonstration that all pedestrian walking lanes are safe and provide uninterrupted path to entrance.
□	Area designated for "snow storage".
□	Note indicating that approaches to roads under the jurisdiction of Wayne County are required to meet County standards and permit requirements.
□	Note indicating that approaches to roads under the jurisdiction of MDOT are required to meet State of Michigan standards and permit requirements. A note to that effect must be provided.
□	Letter from the road agency with jurisdiction indicating the approval of the location and geometrics of any proposed ingress/egress.

LANDSCAPE & SCREENING
Requirements
□	Location of all existing and proposed landscaped areas, including trees and shrubs
□	Linear length (in feet) of road frontage.
□	Landscape schedule indicating the type, size, and quantity of plant and tree materials. Calculations used to determine the quantity of trees and shrubs required.
□	Off-street parking lots with 20 or more spaces must dedicate at least 5 percent of total parking area to interior landscaping islands. Each island must be a minimum of 150 SF and contain at least 1 deciduous tree, covered with mulch, grass or groundcover.
□	Written description indicating the landscape maintenance procedures.
□	Note indicating that all landscaping shall be kept in a neat, orderly, and healthy growing condition, free of debris and refuse.
□	Note indicating that pruning shall be minimal to ensure the proper maturation of plants.
□	Note indicating that all landscape areas will be irrigated by an automatic, underground irrigation system.
□	Note indicating tree and shrub planting details.
□	Cross-sections illustrating relationship between proposed grades, materials, landscaping, screening, etc.
□	Location and description of existing and proposed screening walls and fences, including dimensions, placement, relationship to grading, materials and color. Review City's standards in Article 10 for more information on screening devices required for parking lots and from residential uses.

SIGNAGE
Requirements
□	Location and illumination of all proposed signage and sign structures.
□	Note indicating that "No signage has been approved as part of this site plan approval, and prior to erecting a sign, an application and appropriate documentation and submissions must be made to the Department of Public Services for review, approval, and the issuance of a sign permit."

ENGINEERING INFORMATION
Requirements
□	Proposed grade elevations showing all high points, low points, and grade changes on the site, including the grades of the property corners and along the perimeter of the site.
□	Finish grades of the building corners, driveways, sidewalks, parking areas, culvert inverts, ditch or swale lines, and along the right-of-way. Clearly differentiate from existing grade elevations by underlining, boxing, or some other means.
□	Schematic layout of the location and/or size and depth of all proposed sewer, water, gas, telephone, and electrical utility lines, and associated structures, both on-site and adjacent to the site.
□	Length, size, and slope of the pipe to be used for each of the proposed storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and watermain lines.
□	Type of pipe to be used for each of the proposed storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and watermain lines.
□	Rim and invert elevations of all proposed structures for each of the proposed storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and watermain lines.
□	Invert elevation at the building and at the point of connection for the main sanitary sewer line.
□	Bedding and backfill requirements for each of the proposed storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and watermain lines.
□	Profile views of all proposed storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and watermain lines.
□	Depth of the lead at the easement or right-of-way line from the final grade.
□	Note indicating the proposed water service to the building, and the size.

ENGINEERING INFORMATION
Requirements
□	Location of fire hydrants and gate valves.
□	Storm sewer calculations must be provided for all sites.
□	Soil erosion and sedimentation control measures.
□	Proposed pavement specifications and/or cross-section detail.
□	Acceleration, deceleration, and passing lanes and tapers on major thoroughfares, as required by MDOT or Wayne County.
□	Written description of utility easements.
□	Written detailed cost estimate for the construction of the proposed sanitary sewer or watermain.
□	List of all public improvements as result of this project.

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Section 9.05 - Site plan review standards.

In the process of reviewing the site plans, consider the following standards:

Signage. Site signing must meet the requirements of the zoning appendix and must be approved by the Director of Public Services.

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Section 9.06 - Site plan review process.

Process overview. See flowcharts for each site plan process at the end of this article.

Pre-development meeting material checklist. Please bring the following information:

Project location.

Existing land use and zoning classification.

Surrounding land uses.

Intended development (residential, office, retail, commercial, etc.).

Preliminary sketches (hand-drawn are acceptable).

Any other additional project information available.

Pre-application meeting topics of discussion.

Review the proposed use for general conformance with existing zoning

Initial feedback on design (if applicable)

The correct zoning process and what to expect

Potential options for incentives through local, county or state programs

Answer any questions you may have about development in the City of Grosse Pointe Park

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Section 9.07 - Procedures after plan approval.

Site maintenance after approval.

Minor modifications:

Movement of a building or buildings by no more than five feet, provided all setback, parking, landscaping and other site requirements are still met.

Plantings approved in the landscape plan may be replaced by similar types and sizes of landscaping which provide a similar screening effect on an equal or greater basis.

Improvements to site access or circulation, such as deceleration lanes, boulevards, curbing, pedestrian/bicycle paths, but not the addition of new driveways.

Changes of building materials or design, fencing, screening, or site amenities will result in a higher quality development, as determined by the community development department.

Changes in interior floor plans which do not alter the character of the use.

Slight modification of sign placement or reduction of size.

Situations the City deems similar to the above do not alter the basic design, compliance with the standards of approval, nor any specified conditions of the approved site plan.

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)

Section 9.08 - Flowcharts.

Administrative Site Plan Process

Planning Commission Site Plan Process

(Ord. No. 244, § 3(Exh. A), 12-9-2024)