Detroit is rolling out new truck restrictions in southwest neighborhoods, starting Monday, October 6.
The changes: City officials are blocking truck traffic along major roads that go through residential areas. Only certain streets will stay open for trucks, while others will be limited to local deliveries.
- Fully restricted: Truck traffic will not be allowed on sections of Livernois, Dragoon, Clark, Scotten, Grand Blvd., Lonyo, Central, and Toledo between key intersections.
- Local access only: Trucks making deliveries can still use some sections of Central, Lonyo, Vernor, and Springwells.
- Approved truck routes: M-85 Fort Street, Michigan Avenue, John Kronk, Livernois north of Vernor, I-75 Service Drive, Dix, Wyoming, and Miller.
Why it matters: Detroit officials say these changes aim to "improve the safety and quality of life for residents" who have complained about heavy truck traffic running through their neighborhoods.
Police will carry out targeted enforcement and the city is updating ordinances to increase penalties for those who ignore the restrictions. A new online tool is also being offered for residents to report issues with truck parking, idling, and non-approved routes, according to Truck Issue Reporter.
Councilmember Gabriela Santiago-Romero said, "For decades, our residents have suffered from the harms of heavy truck traffic: poor air quality, reckless driving, and damage to our city infrastructure."
Access to the Livernois Junction Intermodal Rail Terminal will only be allowed by taking approved truck routes. There will be no access from I-75 through residential areas.