Grand Rapids’ downtown development continues to grow, developers invest $5M in Heartside, West Side

Developers plan to bring two vacant buildings back to life for commercial spaces and facilities to attract more filmmakers to the state’s growing film industry.

According to excerpts from the story:

New developments in and near downtown Grand Rapids continue to sprout, and planned expansions and projects are progressing despite a sobering economy. Two new projects expanding the reaches of downtown that are expected to receive brownfield designations include a redevelopment of 502 Second Street NW into two offices and the renovation of 111 S. Division into a building aimed at drawing the film industry to the area.

Grand Rapids Economic Development Director Kara Wood said the city has a strong team that works together to craft development incentives for projects. "We work together to offer the developer the best package to get the project done," Wood told MiBiz.

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