EAST GRAND RAPIDS, MI – A controversial project that would transform Gaslight Village has narrowly passed the first round of approvals from East Grand Rapids city officials.

The East Grand Rapids City Commission approved the concept plan for the Gaslight Village project in a 4-3 vote on Monday, Oct. 6, in a three-hour meeting. The commission heard extensive public comment from residents both opposing and supporting the development, citing concerns over density, traffic, parking and more.

A protest petition was submitted to the city on Monday seeking to raise the required vote for the project from a simple majority (requiring four affirmative votes) to a two-thirds majority (requiring five votes).

City Attorney John Huff advised the commission that the petition was not valid, and the com

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