The Detroit Water and Sewerage Department is working collaboratively with The Greening of Detroit, SEMCOG, and the Michigan Land Bank to transform vacant lot properties. This partnership also aligns with Detroit Future City framework.
The Greening’s Vacant Land Treatment Program is transforming 10 vacant residential property lots in Detroit’s Cody Rouge neighborhood. Lots are being treated with four different low-maintenance land treatments, designed to stabilize and beautify, increase tree canopy, and mitigate storm water runoff. Nine of the 10 properties are complete.
West siders alert: if you are around the Cody Rouge neighborhood -- specifically 8601 Brace St., where eight trees will be planted -- this Thursday, June 6, 10 a.m. come check it out.
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