815 Continental Street, Detroit, MI 48215

This offering from the Detroit Land Bank Authority includes multiple lots totaling approximately 0.70 acres of vacant land. Located in the Jefferson Chalmers neighborhood, an area known for community revitalization and long-term investment potential, these spacious lots provide a prime location for future development. The bundle includes 833 Continental, 839 Continental, 821 Continental, 815 Continental, 805 Continental, 797 Continental, 845 Continental, 851 Continental, & 827 Continental and must be purchased together. The Detroit Land Bank Authority is seeking proposals to support the activation and stewardship of vacant land sites, including urban agriculture, gardening, or beautification, whether for profit or community activation. Interested buyers should consult proposal guidelines for land-based sites and the Guide to Plot Plan, Site Design, and Maintenance. Reviewing relevant Neighborhood Framework Plans from the City of Detroit’s Planning and Development Department is also recommended for additional context about the neighborhood. The Detroit Land Bank Authority is entitled to a tax capture for the 5 tax years subsequent to transferring ownership of the property. The tax capture may be incompatible with tax abatement that are otherwise available to the selected purchaser. The Detroit Land Bank Authority will review requests to waive its tax capture rights and may require a payment in lieu of taxes to approve such requests. The payment will be determined upon reviewing the development proforma and effect of any tax abatement on the purchase and development financing.