Storage-use text amendment

A 37-year storage operator who opposes the amendments as taking away property rights; questioned the minimum lot size, disputed saturation claims with doors-based math, and asked for extended dialogue on the topic.

U-Haul Northern Michigan's president said operators feel targeted, cited private traffic studies showing low impact (~50 cars/day at an 800-unit site), and invited commissioners to tour the Traverse City facility — asking for a seat on any committee.

Said aesthetics and location matter most for multi-story storage buildings — fine in commercial areas like M-119, unwelcome near homes — and noted they generate relatively little traffic.

A small business owner who appreciates the work being done, is at peace with the direction, and wants the public informed so multi-level facilities can't slip through loopholes.