Housing in Michigan local government
What Michigan city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about housing — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
1,287 Michigan meetings since 2024 covered housing. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Michigan with the most housing activity
- Detroit, MI (155)
- East Lansing, MI (103)
- Lansing, MI (76)
- Washtenaw County, MI (61)
- Ann Arbor, MI (59)
- Grand Rapids, MI (50)
- Jackson, MI (49)
- Royal Oak, MI (47)
- Traverse City, MI (44)
- Lapeer, MI (43)
- Kalamazoo County, MI (37)
- Muskegon, MI (34)
Latest matching meetings
Board to hear 11 dangerous building cases
The Dangerous Buildings Hearing Board will consider 11 properties for dangerous building designation, including houses at 17 Magner St., 211 E Van Buren, and others. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.
ZBA hearing on appeal of multi‑family zoning denial for 417 E. Oregon St
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on an appeal of the City Planner’s May 28, 2026 decision that denied a zoning permit for multi‑family use of the structure at 417 E. Oregon Street, which is located in a single‑family residential district. The agenda also includes routine items such as roll call…
Board denies variance for bathroom exhaust fans at 500 W. Lake Lansing
The East Lansing Building Board of Appeals denied a request from Peak Management, LLC for a variance to allow indoor air exchange fans instead of outdoor venting for bathroom exhaust at 500 W. Lake Lansing. The board determined the applicant had not shown exceptional practical difficulty.
Board will approve FY27 Community Action Plan
The Washtenaw County Community Action Board will approve the FY27 Community Action Plan and review the Community Needs Assessment. The meeting also includes routine approvals of the July agenda and May meeting minutes, program updates from OCED staff, and two public comment periods for non‑board members.
Inkster Housing Commission to hold regular board meeting July 21, 2026
The Inkster Housing Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive reports from the Acting Executive Director and various committees. The agenda is primarily procedural, with no specific board resolutions or action items listed.
City Council considers $8.2 million GOAL Line Program contract amendment
The Detroit City Council will review several contract authorizations, including an $8,200,000 amendment to the GOAL Line Program and a $490,000 evaluation of assessment valuation compliance. It will also consider a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificate for a new mixed‑use apartment at 1728 Michigan Avenue and a…
Taylor City Council to vote on HUD CDBG action plan and consolidated plan
The City Council will consider adopting the 2026-27 HUD Community Development Block Grant action plan and the 2026-30 five-year consolidated plan. The meeting includes votes on fire department training, HVAC installations, and a public hearing date for an alley vacation.
Public hearing on CDBG grant to build five homes on former Leslie High School site
The Leslie City Council will hold a public hearing to review a Community Development Block Grant application for constructing five single‑family detached homes on the former high school site. The council will also consider several resolutions, including a street millage and CDBG‑related policy items. Consent agenda…
Planning Commission to consider rezoning 314 E. Eighth Street for housing
The Planning Commission will review a request to rezone 314 E. Eighth Street from a Neighborhood Center District to a Multiple-Family Dwelling District. The property is part of a tract intended for a low to moderate income housing development managed by the Traverse City Housing Authority.
Inkster council to accept vendors for Neighborhood Stabilization Program
The Inkster City Council will consider accepting qualified vendors to rehabilitate and sell foreclosed properties under the Neighborhood Stabilization Program. The agenda also includes a public hearing and the approval of the July 6, 2026 council meeting minutes.
City Council approves contracts for park pavilion and gym floor
The Westland City Council will consider a consent calendar of routine items including a $20,255 contract for a Northgate Park Pavilion and a $6,950 change order for a Boxing Gym floor. The body will also vote on a $95,000 annual software renewal for the Police Department.
Council approves $4.36 million Compost Site and Rubbish Collection purchase agreement
The Taylor City Council will vote on a series of fiscal items, including a $4,361,645 purchase agreement for the Compost Site and Rubbish Collection for FY 2026‑2027. The agenda also includes approvals for fire‑department training costs, a $7,520 service contract for the Bryx Emergency Response System, and the…
City Council to discuss MSHDA Housing Tax Increment Financing Program
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the MSHDA Housing Tax Increment Financing Program. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.
Planning Board reviews major subdivision for golf course and 75 homes
The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding a renovation at 630 Bedford Road and a large-scale development project in Briarcliff Manor. The board is also considering extension requests for a senior housing project on Grasslands Road.
Portage BRA to consider budget and home reconstruction plan
The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority is meeting to approve the fiscal year 2026-27 budgets and a plan amendment for a residential property. The board will discuss the reconstruction of a home destroyed by a 2024 tornado.
Rent increase approved for Lapeer Riverview Towers effective Sep 1, 2026
The Lapeer Housing Commission will approve the monthly financial report and monthly bills for Riverview Towers LLC. It will review the monthly operation report for the fire alarm and energy system at Riverview Towers. The commission will consider a contract rent increase for Lapeer Riverview Towers effective September…
City Council to consider two $25M alley sewer repair contracts
The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee will hold public hearings on several redevelopment projects, including an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Certificate for Busy Bee Development on Gratiot Avenue and a Brownfield Plan for the same project. A commercial rehabilitation district will be considered…
Zoning Board to review variance requests for duplexes and signage
The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider four variance requests. These include proposals to build multi-family housing in single-family zones and a request for temporary signage.
City of Portage proposes city-wide rezoning and map amendment
The Planning Commission is reviewing a proposal for a city-wide zoning map amendment to implement the Residential Unified Development Ordinance. This includes consolidating residential districts and rezoning 1706 W. Centre Avenue to allow for a single-unit detached home.
Human Relations Commission to elect officers and update strategic plan
The Human Relations Commission will meet to elect a Chair and Chair-Elect. The body will also discuss updates to its FY2026 strategic plan regarding governance, housing, education, and social justice awards.
Rezoning hearing for 507 Biddle Ave for multifamily apartments
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a rezoning request from A&J Realty Holdings to change 507 Biddle Avenue from General Business District (B2) to Plan Development (PD) for multifamily apartments, and on a sign permit appeal by Ron Thomas for a mural at 3131 Biddle Avenue. The commission will also…
City to discuss repealing tax exemptions for multi-family housing
The Committee on Ways and Means will discuss repealing Chapter 886 tax exemptions for multi-family dwellings and adding a 4% service charge on shelter rents for eligible housing projects. The committee will also consider accepting a grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Holland Human Relations Commission Housing Committee meeting scheduled for July 15, 2026
The Housing Committee of the Human Relations Commission will meet to conduct business. The agenda consists of procedural items and a general section for housing committee matters.
Planning Commission defers vote on 515 Lakeside Drive development
The Planning Commission discussed the Phase 1 Final Plan for a 40-unit residential project by Gaslight Investors at 515 Lakeside Dr. A final decision was deferred because a required development agreement and an easement negotiation are still pending. The matter will return to the Commission at a future meeting.
Proposed residential development at 401 N Van Buren St
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the former Patterson School property. The project involves converting the existing school building into apartment units and constructing new single-family homes and townhomes on the grounds.
Planning Commission discusses multi-use and industrial site plans
The Planning Commission will hold a study session regarding Resthaven Maplewoods and Resthaven Farmstead Phase 1B. The regular meeting includes site plan requests for a multi-use project at 102 W. 8th St. and an industrial building at 1659 M-40.
City Commission to approve water rates, sale of properties, and construction contracts
The Muskegon City Commission will consider approving the sale of multiple properties, a contract for construction management, and water system improvements. The body will also set utility rates and discuss financing for housing and sewer projects.
Zoning Board to review variance requests and officer elections
The Berkley Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to discuss a variance request for a second-story addition and interpret a zoning ordinance section. The board will also confirm a quorum, approve minutes, and elect officers.
Human Rights Commission to discuss updated complaint form
The Traverse City Human Rights Commission will discuss an updated complaint form for filing discrimination reports, a possible strategic planning session, and a revised commission brochure. Commissioners will also receive a report from the Housing & Homelessness Task Force and review the HRC budget and yearly calendar.
Inkster Housing Commission discusses property management and budget updates
The Commission is reviewing various administrative matters including property management, resident services, and financial reports. Discussions include potential changes to property management and the review of current housing commission operations.
Inkster Housing Commission discusses property management and resident services
The Commission will review various operational matters including property management, resident service needs, and potential upcoming projects. Discussions include updates on housing conditions and administrative procedures.
Board will vote on Emerald Glen affordable housing reimbursement agreement.
The Washtenaw County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will consider several actions at its July 9 meeting, including approving a reimbursement and affordable‑housing agreement for the Emerald Glen project in Manchester. The board will also act on an Act 381 MSHDA work plan for the same project and discuss a major…
Committee to consider $33M contract for public housing rehab
The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee will hold public hearings on two obsolete property rehabilitation districts and two rezoning requests. It will also consider several contracts, including a $33 million amendment for public housing rehabilitation, a $1 million renewal for opioid intervention…
Board to discuss aging in place for older adults
The Older Adults Advisory Board will hold a routine meeting with updates from the Senior Center Coordinator, City Commission Representative, and staff liaison. A discussion on aging in place is scheduled under new business. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and hear public comment.
Administrative hearings for 23 code violation cases
The Administrative Hearings Bureau will conduct informal hearings on 23 pending cases involving property code violations such as housing, nuisance, and zoning offenses. Property owners will have the opportunity to respond to citations issued by city officials.
Committee to vote on demolish-or-repair orders for 7 properties
The Public Safety Committee will consider resolutions ordering the owner to make safe or demolish seven properties across Lansing, and set show-cause hearings on two additional properties. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment.
Administrative Hearings Bureau to address 30+ code enforcement and zoning cases
The Jackson Administrative Hearings Bureau will hear a full docket of code enforcement, zoning, and property maintenance cases on July 8, 2026. The docket includes internal reviews, continuations, new cases, renotices of default, and default judgments for multiple properties. All cases are listed with specific…
Board hears Land Bank presentation, discusses housing updates
The Affordable Housing Development Board is meeting for a routine session including approval of prior minutes and citizen comments. The main item is a presentation from the Ingham County Land Bank on the Pathway to Construction Program, along with general grant and housing updates. No votes or financial decisions are…
Council considers $4.3M waste contract and non-emergency response fee ordinance.
The Taylor City Council will vote on a consent agenda covering fiscal year 2026-2027 blanket purchase agreements for city departments, including water, sewer, DPW, and sportsplex operations. Regular agenda items include settling two risk management claims, approving community development block grants for home repairs…
City Commission to consider $2.8M pipe lining contract and $2.5M water bond ordinance
The Kalamazoo City Commission will vote on a consent agenda of 19 items, including contracts for tree removal, pavement marking, and equipment purchases, plus two regular agenda items: a $2.8 million pipe lining contract and a $2.5 million water supply system revenue bond ordinance. Most items are procedural and…