$1.6 Billion Demolition? The Shocking Plan for Detroit's RenCen

YouTube ^ | January 3, 2025 | Build Core

[SunkenCiv]

General Motors' decision to leave Detroit's iconic Renaissance Center (RenCen) has sparked debate about the building's future and the city's ongoing revival. Originally envisioned in the 1970s as a symbol of Detroit's rebirth, the RenCen became GM's headquarters in 1996 after a $500 million renovation. However, shifting workplace trends and declining office demand led GM to announce its move to the Hudson's Detroit development—a $1.4 billion mixed-use project in downtown. The relocation raises questions about the RenCen's fate, as GM and Bedrock Detroit propose a $1.6 billion redevelopment plan. The controversial proposal includes partial demolition, residential conversions, and public funding requests, drawing criticism from taxpayers and preservationists. Despite opposition, GM insists the project is necessary to revitalize the site. As Detroit's skyline evolves, the RenCen's transformation remains uncertain, leaving residents and officials divided on how best to preserve its legacy while adapting to modern needs.

[Vaduz]

They don’t want the backlash for demolishing crack houses?.

Recall when they were selling for $25.00 a few yeas ago.

[clearcarbon]

"The BS about Flint’s (Democrat Party) water supply problem was allowed to go basically unchallenged because of the DNC’s focus and that of their media shills was to blame the Republican governor, pretty much as soon as he was sworn in, maybe even before."

Flint's water never harmed people as did sending covid patients to nursing homes.