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 reviewed and postponed approval for a special land use permit and site plan for Terra Kitchen and Cocktails' outdoor dining platform due to concerns about the proposed roof structure's design and compliance. They then granted preliminary site plan approval for a mixed-use building at 34952 Woodward and 690 East Maple, including conditions related to parking reductions, variances for building height and mezzanine space, and compliance with city traffic consultant recommendations. The board expressed support for the applicant's responsiveness to prior feedback and emphasized the importance of public parking availability. Additionally, the board engaged in an extensive study session on proposed regulations for short-term rentals, discussing ordinance language, density caps, enforcement challenges, and community impacts. Public input highlighted concerns about neighborhood character, parking, and safety. The board planned further deliberations and a joint meeting with the city commission in June to refine the short-term rental regulations and zoning issues. No direct contract awards or vendor selections were made, but the discussions involved significant planning and regulatory considerations affecting future procurement and development activities.