Desired Development Program

The City of Detroit is focused on developing highly visible electric vehicle (HVEV) corridors, with a goal of improved charging and retail access to residents, visitors, and road users. These corridors have been identified by indicators that demonstrate these key locations are prime development locations based on traffic data, (industrial) job centers, community planning initiatives, tourist attractions and dense residential areas.

The goal of this program is to foster confidence in electric vehicle (EV) users through reducing range anxiety and improving data for seamless navigation. The City is encouraging private retailers and developers to invest in select properties for retail and EV charging infrastructure. Site footprints should include plans for both a retail building and direct current (DC) fast chargers. The City of Detroit will support the contracted retailer through a partnership with DTE Energy (utility) to ensure the electrical grid at the sites has sufficient capacity to support any facility and EV charger requirements.

This effort is an important element of the holistic program designed to support the growth of the EV market in Detroit, the Southeast Michigan Region and for international travel from Canada. By implementing this program, retailers and developers will contribute to the sustainable development of the city and the successful transition towards cleaner transportation.

Property Overview (Template)

The Detroit Building Authority (DBA); the City of Detroit’s Planning and Development Department (PDD) and Office of Mobility Innovation invite businesses to invest in the global mobility ecosystem that Detroit is leading the development of. The DBA, PDD and OMI seek proposals from qualified entities to propose a development for this prime retail and charging location(s). The City of Detroit seeks proposals for new development that will build upon the inherent strengths of this rare location and properly unlock the potential of this site.