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Ann Arbor Community Land Trust asks commission for expedited approvals, fee waivers and zoning changes for permanently affordable homes
Summary
The newly formed Ann Arbor Community Land Trust (A2CLT) asked the Planning Commission to support expedited approvals, fee waivers and zoning updates — including ADU rule changes and a cottage housing ordinance — to enable delivery of permanently affordable homeownership for local workers.
Sarah Lorenz, co‑founder and executive director of the Ann Arbor Community Land Trust, told the Planning Commission during public comment that A2CLT has acquired nine infill parcels and is ready to begin construction with contractor Norfolk Homes, but said zoning, permitting and fee barriers are delaying projects and increasing costs.
Lorenz asked the commission to support three specific reforms to help A2CLT build…
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