City of Lansing issued the following announcement on Sept. 8.
Mayor Andy Schor today announced plans to lease the former Lansing City Market building to Detroit Rising Development (DRD). DRD proposes to transform the site into the Lansing Shuffleboard & Social Club, a hub housing food, drink, games, community classes and entertainment. Detroit Rising Development plans to lease the building, complete improvements to the existing space and add a second-floor mezzanine. All improvements to the site and the building will be financed by DRD. The project plan and lease agreement will be referred to City Council during their meeting on September 14, 2020.
“Using our riverfront is so important in showing the excitement of Lansing, and the City Market area, adjacent to the wildly popular Rotary Park, is one of the best riverfront properties in the city. I am excited for Detroit Rising Development to redevelop the building to bring a variety of new food options, as well as entertainment. It will be a great addition to the riverfront for residents, workers and visitors alike,” said Mayor Andy Schor. “I have continuously said that my priorities for repurposing the former City Market building includes activating the space, ensuring that it is a lasting activation and not needing a yearly subsidy from the City. This project meets all of those conditions and will be a great reuse of the space.”
Detroit Rising Development (DRD) is a growing real estate development and construction management company. They focus on commercial redevelopment projects in walkable, urban neighborhoods. The Detroit-based company was drawn to Lansing because of its vibrant downtown, friendly business community, and accessible waterfront.
In 2018, the DRD team completed the Detroit Shipping Company, a collective of 23 shipping containers that together house five food truck-style eateries, two bars, an art gallery, stage and private event space. The Detroit Shipping Company project is serving as the inspiration for the Lansing Shuffleboard & Social Club.
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Source: City of Lansing
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