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Planning & Development Department

65 Cadillac Square, Suite 2300
Phone: (313) 224-6380
Fax: (313) 224-1629
TTY: 311 or (313) 224-INFO (4636)
Hours of Operation: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Administration

Warren Palmer, Director
Marja M. Winters, Deputy Director

 


PDD MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Planning and Development Department is to strengthen and revitalize the city of Detroit's neighborhoods and communities and to stabilize and transform our physical, social and economic environment.

The Planning and Development Department is comprised of the following divisions:

The Planning and Development Department is responsible for administering grants to the following City of Detroit agencies that receive HUD Funding (CDBG, HOME, ESG, HOWPA)

  • Human Services Department
  • Department of Health and Wellness Promotion
  • Buildings and Safety Engineering Department
  • Department of Elections
  • City Council
  • Department of Public Works


ANNOUNCEMENTS

GRANT PROGRAMS: Planning and Development administers several major grant programs for the City of Detroit.
  • Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (HR3221)
  • American Reinvestment and Recovery Act (ARRA)
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT-RECOVERY (CBBG-R) FUNDS: The substantial amendment to the 2008 Action Plan outlines projects proposed to be funded with CDBG-R Funds. The 7-day public comment period will expire on Thursday, June 4, 2009. Questions and comments regarding the CDBG-R funds can be sent to mwinters@detroitmi.gov or 313-224-1598. Click the link below to view the draft amendment.
City of Detroit Draft Substantial Amendment - Community Development Block Grant-Recovery Funds


Planning and Development Staff Recommendations for Community Development Block Grant Funds for 2009-2010

To view the Mayor's recommendations, click here.

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Announcement

Planning and Development Staff Recommendations for Community Development Block Grant Funds for 2009-2010

To view staff recommendations, click here.