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Commission approves rezoning for five‑story mixed‑use project after neighborhood debate
Summary
The City Commission adopted an ordinance rezoning six parcels on South Burdick and West Vine to Downtown‑3, moving regulatory approval forward for a proposed five‑story mixed‑use project after residents raised environmental, traffic and affordability concerns.
The Kalamazoo City Commission voted Monday to adopt an ordinance rezoning six parcels at 802–824 South Burdick Street and 107–115 West Vine Street from LiveWork‑1 to Downtown‑3, clearing a regulatory step for a proposed five‑story mixed‑use project the developer says will include housing, ground‑floor commercial space and an early‑learning center.
Why it matters: The designation change increases the allowable height and impervious coverage on the block and opens the way for a developer to pursue a project that supporters say will bring housing, childcare and commercial activity to an underused site. Neighbors urged commissioners to slow the process, seek more neighborhood engagement, and protect green space and affordability.
What commissioners approved: Planning staff and the applicant said the D‑3 zoning closely matches intended future uses; the planning commission recommended approval. The City Commission adopted the ordinance after a public hearing and a…
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