Ford Foundation Supports 'Stay Midtown Program' to Respond to Recent Rental Cost Increases in Detroit
The Stay Midtown program is one tangible example of how these recommendations can be implemented.
Launched in partnership with Midtown Detroit, Inc., with support from the Ford Foundation and Kresge Foundation, the program is also designed to respond to recent rental cost increases in Midtown and to address a near-term housing supply gap as nearly 2,600 housing units are scheduled to come online in Midtown over the next five years. The ultimate goal is to preserve the neighborhood's character, preserve long-time residents' access to the neighborhood, and continue the work of increasing opportunity for all residents who wish to live in Detroit neighborhoods.
The long-term impact of relocation on residents' quality of life will also be monitored along with how it affects neighborhood and community dynamics.