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University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute Addition

Information and Neighborhood Updates

March 27, 2025Internal North Campus Neighborhood Construction Meeting Presentation

About the Project

This project proposes constructing an approximately 25,000 gross square foot addition to the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) to establish an Electric Vehicle Center (EVC) battery laboratory. The new space will support research and hands-on education in next-generation battery technologies. It will include three battery laboratories, auxiliary support areas, a substation, and a facility for battery cell abuse testing. The addition will also feature an enclosed penthouse housing dehumidifiers essential to battery laboratory operations. Additionally, there will be minor renovations within UMTRI and a new on-site fire hydrant will improve safety coverage.

Who can I contact with more questions?

Sue Gott
Associate Director for Planning and Communication
Architecture, Engineering and Construction
suegott@umich.edu
734.764.2455