The neighborhoods of the West Vernor Corridor in Southwest Detroit are a collection of multicultural communities that represent one of the few areas to experience growing since 2010.  This growth is fueled by the neighborhood’s traditional role as a destination for Latino immigrants and inherent assets including the vibrant commercial district, recreational programming at Clark Park, and dense historic neighborhoods.  Following the completion of a neighborhood framework in May 2018, a series of investments are underway including the completion of the Bagley streetscape, infrastructure improvements at Clark Park, and housing construction including the Murray Apartments. 

For a deeper look at the vision for the Vernor / Southwest communities, see the West Vernor Corridor Neighborhood Framework.

Anchored by Rouge Park, Warrendale Cody Rouge on Detroit’s west side has the highest concentration of youth in the city. As such, the City’s neighborhood planning process has been led by youth from the community with a heightened focus on projects that will improve the quality of life for children and families.  Community meetings are still underway in support of this plan, which will focus on four strategic areas: housing, economic development, parks & open space, and streetscapes & transportation mobility. 

For more information about the future of the neighborhood, see the Warrendale Cody Rouge plan website.