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Caller says Detroit solar plan risks eminent domain and uneven treatment of residents

3195555 · April 30, 2025
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A public commenter told the Budget, Finance and Audit committee that the city’s solar plan relied on eminent domain, favored institutional land swaps, and overlooked neighborhood alternatives; the committee took no action due to lack of quorum.

A public commenter expressed concerns that Detroit’s proposed solar plan relied on eminent domain, disproportionately affected neighborhood residents, and favored institutional arrangements over protecting families who live on affected parcels.

The comment came during the Budget, Finance and Audit standing committee meeting;…

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