# Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) Zoom Meeting - September 21, 2026


**Body:** City of Detroit
**Date:** September 20, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Construction & Infrastructure, Professional Services, Regulatory Compliance


The City of Detroit Board of Zoning Appeals held a meeting on September 21, 2026, to hear appeals related to zoning decisions by the Building Safety and Engineering Department (BCED). Two major cases were discussed: the first involved a petitioner seeking approval to demolish an existing structure and construct a new building with a motor vehicle filling station, retail, and restaurant uses at 12207 Joseph Compo. The BCED had denied the request due to multiple zoning non-compliances including parking deficiencies, building setbacks, landscaping, and concerns about detrimental impacts on the neighborhood. The board ultimately upheld BCED's denial by a 4-3 vote, requiring the petitioner to address variances and community support before resubmitting. The second case involved an appeal by Curtis Harris on behalf of Herbert Sanders Company of Solon Ice to add a 1,330 square foot outdoor patio to an existing bar at 8867 Living. BCED denied the request citing lack of proper permits, concerns about noise, parking, and operation as an unauthorized standard restaurant and cabaret. The board discussed the issues extensively, including licensing and community impact, and voted to uphold BCED's denial but allowed the petitioner to reapply after addressing outstanding zoning and permit issues. The meeting included detailed presentations, public comments, and legal clarifications regarding zoning criteria and enforcement.

**Source:** City of Detroit