ARPA and Match Demolition Program Nearly Complete
The Genesee County Land Bank is nearing completion of a $55 million effort to demolish more than 1,900 blighted structures in Flint and Genesee County. Just over 100 properties remain, marking significant progress toward removing dangerous structures, improving neighborhood conditions and creating opportunities for future investment.
Since the first grant agreements were signed in October 2022, this program has brought together local, state, federal and philanthropic funding, including City of Flint and Genesee County American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, HUD Community Project Funding, the State Land Bank Authority, the Genesee County Treasurer and the Genesee County Land Bank Authority.
Some properties originally selected for demolition have been removed from the program after opportunities for renovation and reuse were identified. Remaining demolitions are expected to continue through 2026, with final site restoration and grant closeout anticipated by summer 2027.
Track Demolition Progress: Property Lists, Schedules and Maps
Download the lists below to see properties included in the funded demolition program and anticipated demolition date ranges. Lists are updated as work progresses. Properties may be removed if sold for renovation or otherwise determined ineligible, and schedules may change due to site conditions or other unforeseen circumstances.
You can also visit the Flint Property Portal to look up the demolition status of any address in Flint or create a map showing demolition status. Properties awaiting demolition under this program are identified as “Funded,” with anticipated date ranges updated regularly.
Our resident-informed demolition scoring framework explains how community input helps guide demolition priorities. As additional funding becomes available, we will use this framework to prioritize more vacant and blighted Land Bank structures.
Newly Added Structures updated 10-1-26
Property Selection Process
The Land Bank began the process of selecting blighted structures for demolition by collecting property condition information and resident recommendations for demolition through the Flint Property Portal. We used resident input on criteria to prioritize demolitions collected through a community survey. Based on more than 400 survey responses, residents asked us to prioritize the blighted houses that are: 1) directly next door to occupied properties; 2) in areas where more people live and where homes are occupied; 3) near open schools; and 4) fire damaged. We used this direction to develop a scoring framework for all demolition candidates in Land Bank's inventory and the highest scoring properties were selected for demolition with the funding secured so far. Flint City Council helped gather public input and shared their feedback with us before the list was finalized. Properties may be removed from the list if they are sold.
Demolition Contractors
For information about Genesee County Land Bank bids, please click the Contracts/Bids button at the bottom of the page or click here. Through the Contracts and Bids page you can view current and past bids, award information, and access additional resources for working with Genesee County Land Bank.
Protecting Neighbors and the Environment
We have a reputation for having a safe demolition program with strict controls in place to protect residents and workers. We take the following steps to ensure that demolitions are conducted safely and with minimal risk or inconvenience to nearby residents
Asbestos & Hazardous Material: Contractors take precautions to remove and mitigate health hazards by removing safely accessible asbestos and hazardous materials prior to demolition.
Dust Control: Houses are sprayed with water during demolition to keep dust down and prevent it from spreading.
Advance notice: Contractors are required post door hangers no less than one week prior to demolition to let neighbors know what they can do to avoid any dust or other potential health concerns
Timeliness: Once a structure has been hit, contractors are to load out the debris expeditiously.
Security: Any time a project cannot be knocked down and loaded out within a 48-hour time frame, contractors are required to secure the site with chain link fencing.
Any time an open hole is to remain for more than 24 hours, contractors are required to secure the site with snow fencing.
Accountability: Contractors caught violating demolition requirements will be held accountable. Call 810-257-3088 to report any problems.
For Your Safety During Demotions
- Keep your distance from demolition sites
- Keep children & pets inside & close doors & windows to minimize dust exposure during demo
- After demo, use soapy water to wipe down floors, windows & dusty areas inside & out Do not touch debris from demolition
- Wash hands regularly, especially before eating
Please Contact Us at 810-257-3088 demo@thelandbank.org If You See
- Demolition without the use of water spray
- Anyone illegally dumping on the property
- Open holes or debris left for 48 hrs. or more
- Any other demolition concerns
Watch this video to learn more about staying safe during demolitions.
https://www.michigan.gov/egle/about/organization/air-quality/asbestos/asbestos-demolition
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