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For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
COUNTY ROAD COMMISSION. The Road Commission of Jackson County, Michigan.
DWELLING UNIT. A single unit providing complete, independent living facilities for one or more persons, including permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking and sanitation.
LOT. A parcel of land of at least sufficient size to meet minimum zoning requirements for use and coverage and area and to provide yards and other open spaces as herein required. The LOT may consist of a single lot of record, a portion of a lot of record, a combination of contiguous lots of record, or contiguous portions of lots of record, or a parcel of land described by metes and bounds, with means of access in accordance with this subchapter and the Village Zoning Ordinance.
PLANNING COMMISSION. The Planning Commission of the Village of Grass Lake.
PUBLIC STREET OR RIGHT-OF-WAY. A public or dedicated right-of-way which affords the principal means of vehicular access to abutting property and which is under public ownership or control.
VILLAGE CLERK. The Clerk of the Village of Grass Lake.
VILLAGE COUNCIL. The Council of the Village of Grass Lake.
VILLAGE ENGINEER. The Engineer of the Village of Grass Lake.
(Prior Code, § 92.16) (Ord. 26, passed 3-1-1994; Ord. 26, passed 11-6-1995)
(A) The following table of minimum requirements and specifications for private roads shall apply.
Minimum Requirements and Specifications for Private Streets and Roads
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Class A
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Class B
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Minimum Requirements and Specifications for Private Streets and Roads
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Class A
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Class B
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Base | ||
Gravel surface | Where permitted by variance of the township, 6 inches of crushed limestone, slag or processed road gravel (MDOT 22A or 23A) in two equal courses, each compacted 22 feet wide | Same as Class A, except 16 feet wide |
Paved surface | 6 inches of crushed limestone, slag or processed road gravel (MDOT 22A) in two equal courses, each compacted 28 feet wide | Not applicable unless paving is requested by applicant |
Pavement | 2.5 inches bituminous aggregate #1100 mix, 22 feet wide | Not applicable |
Curb and gutter | ||
May be required by Township Engineer in consideration of narrow lot, width and road grade | Where required, curb and gutter shall meet requirements of the current MDOT specifications for straight-back or roll curb | Same as Class A |
Ditches | ||
Minimum grade | 0.5% | Ditches shall be of sufficient width, depth and grades to provide for adequate and positive drainage |
Grades of 0.5% to 4.0% | Shall be sodded or otherwise stabilized | Same as Class A |
Grades of 4.1% and steeper | Shall be stabilized with rip-rap | Same as Class A |
Grades of front/back slopes | Shall not exceed 1-on-4 | Same as Class A |
Easement width | 66 feet | 66 feet |
Roadway curves | ||
Horizontal minimum | 230-foot radius | Same as Class A |
Vertical minimum | 100 feet long for changes in gradient of 2% or more | Same as Class A |
Roadway grades | ||
Maximum | 5.5% | Same as Class A |
Minimum | 0.5% | Same as Class A |
Sub-base | Depth will vary depending upon native soil types; spread to a minimum width sufficient to extend to the front slope of the roadside ditch | Same as Class A |
Turnaround areas | ||
Cul-de-sac | 60-foot radius easement, 46-foot radius roadway surface | Same as Class A |
T Type | May be substituted for cul-de-sac if applicant can show that it will function as well as the required turning circle | Same as Class A |
(B) In addition to the standards and specifications set forth in division (A) above, all private roads shall meet the following additional minimum requirements and specifications.
(1) The roadway surface and cul-de-sac area shall be centered in the right-of-way.
(2) The connection between the private road and the public road shall conform to the standards and specifications of the County Road Commission. Where a gravel base private road connects to a paved village or county road, the private road shall have a paved approach.
(3) Underground crossroad drainage shall be provided where the proposed road crosses a stream or other drainage course. Necessary culverts and erosion treatments shall be provided in accordance with the specifications of the County Road Commission and/or County Drain Commissioner.
(4) The private road easement and road shall be adequately drained so as to prevent flooding or erosion of the roadway. Ditches shall be located within the private road easement. Road drainage shall be constructed so that the runoff water shall be conveyed to existing watercourses or water bodies. Drainage shall not be discharged upon the land of another property owner unless the water is following an established watercourse or drainage pattern. The discharged water onto adjoining properties shall also not exceed the normal agricultural rate. Connection to county drains shall be approved by the County Drain Commissioner prior to the issuance of permit.
(5) Private road signs shall be erected and maintained in accordance with the Michigan Manual of Uniform Traffic-Control Devices. All private roads shall be named and provided with street name signs at all intersections with other public or private roads.
(6) The road easement shall provide for ingress, egress, drainage and installation and for maintenance of public and private utilities.
(7) The private road shall be subject to all other village, county and state permits and regulations.
(Prior Code, § 92.19) (Ord. 26, passed 3-1-1994)
(A) Each application for a private road shall be accompanied by completed plans, prepared and sealed by a civil engineer or land surveyor registered in the state, which include the information contained herein. Where the required information is incorporated in the overall site plan of a development, separate road plans shall not be required.
(B) The application and plans for a private road shall include the following information:
(1) The names and addresses of the lot or parcel owners to be served by the private road;
(2) A vicinity map, of a minimum scale of one inch equals 2,000 feet, showing the location of the private road in the village, any access roads and cross streets, road names, a scale and a north arrow;
(3) The location of the parcels being served or intended to be served by the private road, including any existing residential dwellings or accessory buildings;
(4) Any connection to existing public and private roads;
(5) The location of the proposed road and turnaround within the easement, together with proposed drainage and grading. Proposed improvements shall be shown in sufficient detail to demonstrate that the standards set forth in § 92.17 of this code are met;
(6) Existing storm drains, ditches and swales crossing the road easement or adjacent to the easement; and
(7) A complete statement of all the terms and conditions of the proposed road easement, including copies of all maintenance agreements or intended maintenance agreements regarding the maintenance and improvements of the right-of-way and roadway.
(Prior Code, § 92.18) (Ord. 26, passed 3-1-1994; Ord. 26, passed 11-6-1995)
(A) Upon receipt of an application, the Village Clerk shall bring the application before the Village Council at its next regular meeting. The Council shall refer the application to the Village Planning Commission for site plan review, if necessary, and to any other appropriate body for review and comment.
(B) The Village Engineer shall report in writing to the Council as to whether or not the proposed private road conforms to the standards and specifications of this subchapter. The report may include any suggested conditions to be attached to the permit which, in the Village Engineer’s judgement, are necessary to achieve the intent of this subchapter.
(C) The Village Council shall consider the application, the Village Engineer’s report and all other relevant information in determining whether to grant the permit application. If the information submitted by the applicant does not establish that the proposed private road will conform to the standards and specifications of this subchapter, the Village Council shall not grant the permit. The Village Council shall impose those conditions on the approval of the permit as it deems necessary to achieve the intent and objectives of this subchapter, which may include, but need not be limited to, conditions suggested by the Village Engineer. The breach of any such condition proposed by the Village Council shall automatically invalidate the permit.
(D) As a condition to the granting of any permit under this subchapter, the Village Council shall require that the applicant deposit with the Village Clerk a sum of money, bank letter of credit or certified check in an amount sufficient to guarantee that the applicant shall perform the terms and conditions of the permit, including the payment of required fees. The amount of the required deposit will be based in part on a recommendation from the Village Engineer of projected costs to complete the approved project. Upon completion of all improvements required by this subchapter, any unused portion of the deposit shall be refunded to the applicant.
(E) Upon receipt of the required deposit and predetermined fees and approval of the application by the Village Council, the Village Zoning Administrator shall issue the permit pursuant to the terms established by the Village Council approving the application.
(F) Only the Village Council shall have the authority to approve or deny applications for permits. No other permit issued by any other village official or other governmental body or official shall substitute for a permit.
(G) As a condition to the granting of a permit under this subchapter, the Council may require a staked survey by the Village Engineer at the owner’s expense.
(Prior Code, § 92.20) (Ord. 26, passed 3-1-1994; Ord. 26, passed 11-6-1995)
(A) All required improvements shall be inspected by the village at various stages of construction. The applicant’s engineer shall certify to the Village Engineer before the final inspection that the required improvements were made in accordance with this subchapter and all approved plans. The Village Engineer shall make a final inspection upon completion of construction and shall report the results of the final inspection to the Village Council in writing.
(B) The costs of inspection, including compensation of the Village Engineer, shall be paid by the applicant prior to the issuance of the certificate of completion. The Village Council shall establish and determine the costs of inspection. If the applicant does not directly pay the costs of inspection, the same shall be paid from the deposit established by the Village Council and held by the Village Clerk, and the balance, if any, shall be returned to the applicant.
(Prior Code, § 92.21) (Ord. 26, passed 3-1-1994)
A permit shall be valid for a period of one year from the date of issuance, or a longer period as determined by the Village Council. If the required improvements have not been completed upon the expiration of one year, or the longer period of time, then the permit shall be void and of no force and effect, and all deposits shall be forfeited to the village.
(Prior Code, § 92.22) (Ord. 26, passed 3-1-1994)
(A) The easement, including all agreements, shall be recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for the county prior to the issuance of the certificate of completion.
(B) Upon receipt of proof that the private road easement and all agreements have been recorded and the Village Engineer’s report that all private construction complies with the standards of this subchapter, the village shall issue a certificate of completion.
(Prior Code, § 92.23) (Ord. 26, passed 3-1-1994; Ord. 26, passed 11-6-1995)
(A) No certificate of occupancy shall be issued for any building on a lot subject to the provisions of this subchapter until all work is completed.
(B) A certificate of occupancy may be issued prior to the issuance of a certificate of completion upon recommendation by the Village Engineer, and upon deposit with the Village Clerk of a sum of money, certified check or bank letter of credit in an amount sufficient to guarantee completion of the remaining public road improvements.
(Prior Code, § 92.24) (Ord. 26, passed 3-1-1994)
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