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Commission approves two Phoenix Center parking decks, ties design to public‑facing art and park plans
Summary
The planning commission approved special exceptions and site plans for two new parking structures (north and south decks) at the Phoenix Center redevelopment, with conditions requiring added architectural detail and coordination with the planned park space.
The Pontiac Planning Commission approved special exceptions and preliminary site plans for two parking structures that are central to the Phoenix Center redevelopment: a seven‑level, 610‑space South Deck and a five‑level, 429‑space North Deck (PSEP 25‑008 / PSPR 25‑026 and PSEP 25‑009 / PSPR 25‑027).
Why it matters: The multi‑deck parking plan underpins a larger effort to redevelop the Phoenix Center site, create a new downtown park area and catalyze private investment. Oakland County funded the redevelopment initiative and worked with the selected developer, Endeavor Pontiac Partners; commissioners framed the decision as enabling broader redevelopment goals, including a planned park of at least two acres that will front on Saginaw Street.
Project overview: Peter Maniaci and Pierre Roberson of Endeavor Pontiac Partners and…
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