05.13.2026 Planning Board Meeting

The City of Birmingham, MI Planning Board held a meeting on May 13, 2026, focusing on several key procurement and development issues. The board discussed a site plan for Terra Kitchen and Cocktails' outdoor dining platform, ultimately postponing approval due to concerns about the proposed roof structure's design and compliance. The board also reviewed a preliminary site plan for a mixed-use building at 34952 Woodward and 690 East Maple, including a significant reduction in required parking spaces and requests for variances related to building height and mezzanine parking. The board voted unanimously to approve the preliminary site plan with conditions, including compliance with city traffic consultant recommendations and city department requests. Additionally, the board held a study session on proposed regulations for short-term rentals, emphasizing the need for further data, public input, and clarity on policy directives, particularly regarding rental duration, density, and owner-occupancy carveouts. No final actions were taken on the short-term rental ordinance, with further discussions planned for upcoming meetings, including a joint session with the city commission.