Downtown Development Authority
The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority (DDA) was formed by resolution of the Mayor and Council of the City of Allen Park in 1991. The Authority was created to halt property value deterioration within its district, to eliminate causes of that deterioration, to increase property valuation where possible, and to promote economic growth.
The DDA district is comprised of the following areas: Southfield Road; Allen Road, from the northern city limit to Englewood; Ecorse Road; Park Avenue, from Allen Road to Regina; Roosevelt Road; and Enterprise Drive, from Southfield to Outer Drive.
Since its inception, the DDA has completed many projects, including several consolidated parking lots and a major streetscape on Park Avenue.
Programs available to assist business owners include a Facade Improvement Program and Site Improvement Program. Additionally, the DDA is the proud sponsor of a Classic Car Show in June and a Fall Festival in September of each year.
The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority exists to improve the financial and physical integrity of the City's business district. For more information, please contact the Executive Director at (313) 928-0940. The DDA is working to make Allen Park a place where you want to do business.