Zoning Approval for Detroit Medical Marihuana Caregiver Centers

From City of Detroit FAQ
http://www.detroitmi.gov/How-Do-I/Find/Medical-Marihuana-FAQs

1. A Medical Marihuana Caregiver Center (MMCC) is a business operated by a registered primary caregiver that engages in activities authorized by the Michigan Medical Marihuana Act, Initiated Law 1 of 2008, MCL 333.26421, et seq. (the "Act"), which include cultivation, consultation or distribution of medical marihuana to a primary caregiver’s registered qualifying patients as defined by the Act, or performs other activities pertaining to medical marihuana authorized by the Act. 
2.  All proposed MMCC’s in The City of Detroit must initiate the process to get zoning approval and a business license within 30 days of the effective date of the zoning ordinance. (March 1, 2016) 
3.  If you are currently operating a business, conducting activities related to medical marihuana, and are eligible to apply for an MMCC under the City’s ordinances, you will have until March 31st to begin the application process. 
4.  An MMCC must get zoning approval, a permit, Certificate of Occupancy and a business license in order to be legal. 
5. MMCC’s are permitted, on a conditional basis, in the B2, B4, M1, M2, M3 & M4 Zoning Districts. 
6. Conditional uses require a public hearing and must meet the approval criteria in Section 61-3-231 of the Detroit Zoning Ordinance. If the Conditional Land Use hearing results in a denial, you may to appeal to the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) within 14 days of your denial. If the BZA denies your appeal you have 21 days to appeal to Circuit Court. 
7. If your location isn't in the proper zoning district or is located within a Drug Free zone or Overlay area, there are no waivers available. 
8.  Four things are required:
   Site Plan Review Application
    Building Permit Application for Change of Use and any construction
    Site Plan, Floor Plan and Elevations of the property (Prepared by a licensed architect or engineer)
    Hearing and SPR Fee: $1160 

Crutcher Studio provides architectural design and planning services for new construction, renovations and additions. Please visit my website at: www.crutcherstudio.com for more information on what we do. If you should have any questions or would like to discuss your current or future project needs, please feel free to contact me.
 Kenneth Crutcher, RA, NCARB
crutcherk@crutcherstudio.com
313-477-1741

FOUR SQUARE 4 SF x 80 FACULTY x 720 HRS STUDIO COUTURE

FOUR SQUARE 
4 SF x 80 FACULTY x 720 HRS 
STUDIO COUTURE, 
1433 Woodward Avenue Detroit, MI 48226 
Thursday, December 6th through Thursday, December 20th 

On November 6, the curators of FOUR SQUARE offered 80 faculty members of the College of Architecture and Design at Lawrence Technological University 4 square feet to share their research, thinking and creative work. The curators gave no restrictions regarding medium, topic or position, provided the work created a clear and compelling glimpse into current thinking and future trajectories. 

FOUR SQUARE is an exhibition of this work. 

Join us from Thursday, December 6th to Thursday, December 20th to view the compilation and join the conversation. 
Visitors will select prizewinning work through an open, crowd-sourced voting process. All events are free and open to the public. 
Questions? E-mail Alexzandria Barnard at abarnard@ltu.edu. 

OPENING RECEPTION: Friday, December 7th, 6pm-9pm 
PANEL DISCUSSION: Friday, December 7th, 8pm-9pm

http://www.ltu.edu/architecture_and_design/index.asp

Pretty Brow Art & Spa now open

Construction is now complete on the Pretty Brow Art & Spa.  The spa is located in the Westland Mall Shopping Mall, Westland MI.
The spa uses a threading technique to shape eyebrow and facial hair.  They also provide facial treatment and massage.

Are you eligible for home improvement aid?

Citizens Bank is offering to reimburse Detroit homeowners in select areas for half of the costs -- up to $10,000 -- to improve the exterior of their homes.

• Homeowners must live in one of these neighborhoods: North End, Boston-Edison, Virginia Park, Hubbard Farms, Palmer Woods, Sherwood Forest, University District, East English Village, North Rosedale or Green Acres.

• Home must be insured and up-to-date on taxes.

To apply, go to http://myhome.citizensbanking.com/index.htm .

From Detroit Free Press Full Article here.

Crutcher Studio Rated on Thumbtack.com

Crutcher Studio was rated among the top architects in the Detroit area by the web site thumbtack.com.  Follow this link to see the rating: Architects - Detroit, MI  
Architects, Detroit, MI

Messiah Church Parking Lot Expansion

Accessory Parking lot for Existing Church.  Project will provide an additional 20 parking spaces for the church.  A decorative metal fence and landscape will improve the appearance of the corner.  Scheduled to be completed fall 2011.

Architect's Sketch over Coffee

What is the first step in planning to build an addition to your home?
Who do you speak to first when you want to build?
How do I control the cost of my building project?
Bring your project ideas for an open discussion with me on these and any other building or design related questions you may have.

• When:
  Friday, February 04 from 06:00 PM to 8:00 PM
• Where:
  Panera Bread Farmington, MI 48335
  

Email me (crutcherk@crutcherstudio.com) to RSVP.

New Restaurant Opening soon

From Crutcher Studio News

The Raw Cafe located be opening soon. Located in the former C-Pop Gallery at Woodward and Willis in Detroit the restaurant will offer a raw, vegan menu.
Crutcher Studio provided architectural services to help the owners transform the former art gallery into the first raw, vegan restaurant in the area.
Check out the Raw Cafe website for menu and opening date.

Builder and Contractor List

Recent Project

Greater Cutz Hair Salon, Madison Heights, MI
Opening soon!!

I NEED YOUR HELP!

October 28, 2009 I'm going behind bars for "GOOD"

PLEASE HELP BAIL ME OUT!

Your donation is my key to freedom! Be proud of the fact that together we're providing help and hope to kids and adults served by MDA in our community.

MDA is the nonprofit health agency dedicated to curing muscular dystrophy, ALS and related diseases by funding worldwide research. The Association also provides comprehensive health care and support services, advocacy and education

What Your Dollars Will Buy
Contribution Service(s)
$85 One minute of research
$100 One support group session
$150 One physical, occupational or respiratory therapy consultation
$200 Professional fees related to initial diagnostic work-up at an MDA clinic
$500 Assists one person for one year with the repair of a wheelchair or leg braces
$800 Sends one child to MDA summer camp
$2,000 Assists one person with the purchase of a wheelchair, leg braces or communication device

Please donate here

Michigan Building Permits

Every community in Michigan has some requirements for the construction or renovation of buildings. One of the first steps to take when planning any construction project (after selecting your architect) is to check with the local building department.
I have begun to compile a list of links to Building and Safety Department websites in Michigan. The contact numbers are on most of the websites. Some communities also have a building permit application available for download.
Feel free to bookmark the site for future reference.

Residential Architect Magazine

I was quoted in the Residential Architect Magazine article paid in full - with their clients caught in the credit vise, architects learn the fine art of bill collection.

Source: residential architect Magazine
Publication date: July 1, 2009

By cheryl weber, leed ap

Full article here

Farmington Schools Facilities Study Committee

Kenneth Crutcher has been selected to participate on the Farmington Schools Facilities Study Committee.
The committee's responsibilities are to:
-Develop a plan and time line for maximizing the use of the District’s facilities with an emphasis on maintaining high quality instructional programs and financial efficiency.
-Establish specific criteria to develop a recommendation for consideration by the Board of Education.
-Determine whether preschool classes should be in centers and/or elementary schools.

The Committee will present the recommendation and rationale to the Board of Education on January 26, 2010.

Pewabic Pottery

I have been invited to join the Pewabic Society, Inc. Board of Trustees.
The Pewabic Society, Inc. founded in 1981, is a private, 501(c)(3) non-profit membership organization dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the Pottery as a ceramic arts learning center, museum/archive and gallery, as well as its cultural and community outreach programs.

The Society ensures that Pewabic continues to serve the nation as a unique common ground where artists and the public share interests and ideas about ceramic arts.

Consider becoming a member

My Daughters

My youngest daughter had her first communion This Sunday. I have to share this their first performance as a string duet. Candice on the Bass and Caitlin on Violin.

Hip Hop Meets Architecture

Kenneth Crutcher is mentioned in the article "Hip Hop Meets Architecture in the Work of U-M Detroit Design Center Prof" By: Dennis Archambault. The article is about the recent book by Dr. Craig Wilkins, "The Aesthetics of Equity," published last year by the University of Minnesota Press.

Crutcher Studio, Inc. joins The 1%, a program of Public Architecture

10 firms join The 1% in July; AIA issues "Pro Bono Guidelines" draft
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Public Architecture extends a welcome to the 10 firms that joined The 1% in July. Hailing from diverse locales across the country, these firms have become part of the network of architects providing quality design services to those who normally do not have access to them.

http://www.theonepercent.org/About/News.htm?nid=46

Kenneth Crutcher appointed to the Farmington, MI Planning Commission

At their special meeting of July 18, 2008, the Farmington City Council appointed Kenneth Crutcher as a Commissoner on the Planning Commission. The three-year term expires June 30, 2011.