[DetroitMan]

Gilbert eyes converting part of Buhl Building for apartments

At least a portion of Dan Gilbert's Buhl Building downtown may become residential space.

Several sources have told me of requests for architecture proposals for the project going out to national firms, and multiple office tenants not having their leases renewed to make way for units.

It's not known how many floors of the 27-story high-rise are being considered for residential. Some or all of it could be in play.

Bedrock LLC, Gilbert's Detroit-based real estate company, did not respond to emails last week and Tuesday seeking an interview and additional details.

Converting the Wirt C. Rowland-designed tower into apartments would likely be the most substantial office-to-residential project in Detroit in the pandemic era. Its history, size and location make it one of the more prominent buildings in the city.

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