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315 West Huron PUD rezoning and loss of The Live and The Last Word

Ann Arbor

Summary

A 10-story, 285-unit PUD would replace two beloved downtown venues, The Live and The Last Word. Eight public speakers opposed, citing historic character, affordability, and cultural loss; council advanced it to second reading anyway, with concerns remaining about the 25-year affordability term and short-term rentals.

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Last discussed Jul 6, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Affordable housing commitment of 15% of units for 25 years; developer may use a MSHDA housing TIF.

✅Who benefits

The developer and future residents of a new downtown building with density above the existing 60-foot height limit.

⚠️Who could be affected

Patrons and operators of The Live and The Last Word, which would be displaced.

Mentions & discussions (1)

MeetingJul 6, 2026approved

City Council — July 6, 2026

A 10-story, 285-unit PUD would replace two beloved downtown venues, The Live and The Last Word. Eight public speakers opposed, citing historic character, affordability, and cultural loss; council advanced it to second reading anyway, with concerns remaining about the 25-year affordability term and short-term rentals.

Related development

approved

315 West Huron PUD

Adds downtown housing, a rooftop venue successor to Live, and public passage to Washington Street — but ends two cherished music venues.

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