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Proposed Zoning Change for Olympia Development Project Near Woodward Avenue

Original title: Status of City Planning Commission submitting report relative to Request of Olympia Development of Michigan, LLC to amend Article XVII, District Map No. 3 of the Detroit Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 61 of the 1984 Detroit City Code, by showing a B5 (Major Business District) zoning classification where a B4 (General Business District) zoning classification currently exists on certain parcels generally bounded by Woodward Avenue, the Fisher Freeway Service Drive, Clifford St., and Henry St. (FOR INTRODUCTION AND SETTING OF A PUBLIC HEARING) (BROUGHT BACK AS DIRECTED ON 3-9-17)

March 16, 2017

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The Frame

What this does

This initiates the formal process to change land-use regulations for a specific area, which determines the types of commercial and business activities permitted on those properties.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Olympia Development of Michigan, LLC

The company is the applicant seeking the zoning change to facilitate development on the specified parcels.

Property owners in the affected area

The zoning classification of their land is subject to change, which alters permitted land uses.

What changed

Last recorded activity March 16, 2017.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

The Detroit City Planning Commission is reviewing a request to rezone specific land parcels near Woodward Avenue and the Fisher Freeway. The proposal seeks to change the zoning classification from B4 (General Business) to B5 (Major Business) to accommodate development plans by Olympia Development of Michigan, LLC.

Key Facts

  • The proposal requests a zoning change from B4 (General Business District) to B5 (Major Business District).
  • The affected area is bounded by Woodward Avenue, the Fisher Freeway Service Drive, Clifford St., and Henry St.
  • The document serves as an introduction and a step toward setting a public hearing.
  • The request was brought back for consideration as directed on March 9, 2017.
  • The file number for this legislative item is 15-5643.
  • The item is currently classified as 'Unfinished Business' within the Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between B4 and B5 zoning in Detroit?
B4 is a General Business District, while B5 is a Major Business District; the B5 classification typically allows for higher density or different types of commercial development.
Will there be a public hearing on this zoning change?
Yes, this document is part of the process to introduce the and set a date for a public hearing.

Why It Matters

This initiates the formal process to change land-use regulations for a specific area, which determines the types of commercial and business activities permitted on those properties.

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Zoning Intensification

The request represents a move toward higher-intensity business zoning (B5) in a central Detroit corridor.

Olympia Development of Michigan, LLC

Connected Entities

organizationOlympia Development of Michigan, LLC“The applicant requesting the zoning amendment.”Map →
locationHenry St.“Boundary for the area subject to the zoning change.”Map →
locationWoodward Avenue“Boundary for the area subject to the zoning change.”Map →
organizationDetroit City Council“The legislative body considering the ordinance.”Map →
locationFisher Freeway Service Drive“Boundary for the area subject to the zoning change.”Map →
locationClifford St.“Boundary for the area subject to the zoning change.”Map →
organizationCity Planning Commission“The body submitting the report and managing the zoning request.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

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