A prototype Big Boy diner might go up at Fulton Street and Bowes Road, if the city of Lowell approves an additional driveway.

The Planning Commission tabled developer Jim Karrip's site plan for a 5,400-square-foot diner on a township-owned 11-acre parcel facing Bowes until the city decides on the driveway. The city has to approve access onto Bowes because it is a city road.

"We're considering and reviewing it at this point," said City Manager David M. Pasquale.

Township Deputy Treasurer Paula Blumm said the township wants to work with the city so the developer can get the access to Bowes.

"It will be great to have a Big Boy," she said.

The developer may hook up either into the township or city utilities. The construction could start in April or May, with completion slated for summer.

© 2005 Grand Rapids Press.