By Design

Ann Arbor City Council Member Carsten Hohnke, D-5th Ward, said during a special work session Monday night he hopes the city's new downtown design guidelines are reviewed over time. The city has rolled out guidelines that spell out a broad vision for future development in downtown Ann Arbor and offer details about various "character districts," including South University, State Street, Liberty/Division, East Huron, Midtown, Main Street, Kerrytown and First Street. Read the story here.