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Council adopts ordinance to streamline PUD process for projects using EGLE remediation funds; grant area and term expanded
Summary
Council adopted an ordinance to create a streamlined preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) process for developments using the state restoration and remediation grant. Planning staff announced the state extended the grant to 2031 and expanded the eligible geographic area to the entire city.
The Rochester Hills City Council voted unanimously to adopt an ordinance that streamlines the preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) review for projects that will use Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE) restoration and remediation grant funds.
Planning staff said the streamlined PUD process is intended to accelerate cleanup and redevelopment of contaminated properties that will be developed using the EGLE restoration and remediation grant (grant number referenced in staff materials). At second reading staff reported two key updates: EGLE approved an amendment extending the grant’s expiration from September 30, 2027, to 2031, and the geographic scope of eligible properties was broadened to include the entire city. Staff also said the amendment made foundation reimbursement eligible in some cases.
Council members and staff described the changes as a significant outcome for the city’s redevelopment strategy; planning staff noted that contamination sites can be larger and more complex than anticipated and that the extended timeline will give the city more time to pursue remediation projects. The ordinance passed unanimously and was recorded as effective May 19, 2025 after publication in the local paper.
Ending: Council members praised the planning department and the city’s grant team for the work to secure the amendment and to enable broader and longer use of the remediation funding.
