Crown Enterprises
Coverage of Crown Enterprises in the Nexus archive.
- Left in the dust: How a billionaire-owned concrete plant took over a Detroit community
A billionaire-owned concrete plant operated by Crown Enterprises has acquired over 160 properties in Detroit's Cadillac Heights neighborhood, leading to demolition of homes and displacement of residents like Christina Kary. The company's expansion, facilitated by city officials, has caused environmental and community disruptions including dust, noise, and industrial lighting.
- Left in the Dust: How a Billionaire-Owned Concrete Plant Took Over a Detroit Community
A billionaire-owned concrete plant operated by Crown Enterprises has acquired over 160 properties in Detroit's Cadillac Heights neighborhood, demolishing homes and displacing residents like Christina Kary. The company's expansion, facilitated by city policies including a 2019 land-swap deal and lenient permitting, has caused environmental and community disruptions, including dust, noise, and industrial lighting.