Historic districts key economic strength, expert says in Ann Arbor
Historic buildings are more than just something pretty to look at. They’re also an economic driver that can exponentially create investment, jobs and tax revenue, according to a recent speaker at the University of Michigan.
Preservation of historic districts is the best way to not only preserve a community’s dollars but to create more, too, according to a nationally renowned expert who recently spoke at
Excerpt:
Donovan Rypkema took a wrecking ball to the notion of historic preservation as merely fixing up old buildings Wednesday night, asserting that such efforts go hand in hand with economic development.
Rypkema, a nationally renowned preservation expert speaking in
He decried the urban intrusion of McMansions, or what he calls “Starter Castles,” on historic neighborhoods. The large houses are like parasites in deriving their value from the historic homes and not vice versa.
“Historical districts are the magnet,” in drawing people to cities, Rypkema said.
Read the rest of the story here.
Related Articles
New Ann Arbor art book fair will spotlight small presses and local artists
The Paper Paper Art Book Fair at the CLUSTER Museum in Ann Arbor will feature a few dozen art book vendors.
“So many kids want to do this”: Ann Arbor and Ypsi’s youth theater companies prioritize accessibility
The youth theater scene in Washtenaw County is a vibrant and collaborative network, offering young performers a range of opportunities.
10 pianists to perform all 20 of Philip Glass’ piano études in Ann Arbor show
A single evening will bring together 10 pianists, 20 short compositions, and a wide spectrum of musical voices.
