A multi-phase development in Woodbridge will bring a variety of housing options to the centralized historic neighborhood. Cinnaire and Woodbridge Neighborhood Development have undergone a community engagement process for the new development, and are now releasing a Request for Proposals to develop the first phase.
The development will be built at Rosa Parks Boulevard and West Canfield, over nine acres of vacant land and the old Hancock Middle School buiding. The new housing should include a variety of options for residents, including different income levels and ownership options. Expect townhouses, mixed-use residential and retail, parking structures, and multi-family properties.
“Woodbridge is a historic neighborhood rich in cultural and economic diversity,” said Liliana Gonzalez, Development Design Specialist, Cinnaire Solutions. “Our vision is to preserve the diversity the neighborhood has long celebrated while bringing new lasting projects to increase investment in the community and create opportunities to support aspiring developers. Building local developer capacity will ensure the varied needs of this community continue to be met.”
Proposals are due on May 7. They should incorporate modern design concepts that will align with the historic neighborhood.
“Because of its central location and diversity in housing types, Woodbridge has traditionally been an accessible neighborhood for people of different incomes and in different phases of life,” said Angie Gaabo, Executive Director of Woodbridge Neighborhood Development. “We’re taking a cue from what has worked in the past and adapting it to the way people want to live today – in smaller, more efficient housing close to transit and amenities.”
Current developments in Woodbridge include the Osi Art Apartments along Grand River and new modern condos on Commonwealth.
