Commission approves waterfront projects
A copy of today’s agenda can be obtained here:
https://planning.clevelandohio.gov/designreview/schedule.php
Roll call was taken (all members are present), so they proceed to approve the minutes from the last meeting.
First up is a Zoning Map Amendment, Ordinance 220-2023 which will be presented by Shannan Leonard, City Staff Planner. https://t.co/KTRRjL55A3
Vision for Ordinance No. 220-2023 - change in use of area and height districts of parcels of land north of University Road between I-90 East and West 3rd. https://t.co/tCWdUlAfnT
There are no public comments for or against the ordinance and commission members do have any discussion. The Commission members approve the Ordinance which will go City Council for final approval.
Next is a Lot consolidation/split which was tabled on Feb. 3. Dan Zillich, Contractor presents for the property owner providing detailed information on what will be done with the property. https://t.co/piQZ0yEc7S
Public comment beings with Alex Frondorf who lives across the street from the property says the property owner is an out-of-town investors; for four years the residents have had to live with the property unkept; and many in the neighborhood oppose the proposed lot split.
Anita Myerson is a nearby resident who also opposes the proposed lot split. Ben Trimble with the http://OhioCity.org opposes “speculative lot splits.”
Dan McCarthy responds to the residents and Trimble saying the property was under contract for a time which limited work being done. That some rehab has been done and the house(s) are up for sale.
August Fluker, Vice Chair of the Commission notes that “ugly and having a house vacant are not illegal.” McCarthy admits that there were some violations on the property but they have been resolved.
Next is FW2023-004 (Far West Design Review) Greg Zillich presents for the property owner, who is not present. https://t.co/jWXQTMYZQF
The property requires two motions/approvals - one for demolition and a second for new parking. Commission member, Charles Slife (Ward 17) raises concern with others wanting a parking lot.
Members approve the ordinance for demolition. They also approve the parking lot.
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https://planning.clevelandohio.gov/designreview/schedule.php
PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBERS:
Diane Downing, August Fluker Vice Chair,
Charles Slife, Ward 17 Councilmember,
Lillian Kuri Chairwoman, Denise McCray-Scott
The Commission approves the conceptual design and the property owner will be back with more details on the final design.
Next is EAST2023-010 which seeks demolition of a 2-story multi-unit residential structure which covers 10518 Arthur Ave. - 10718 Arthur Ave. Presenting for the city is Brett Parsons.
Demolition of each units/address on Arthur Ave. was approved separately by the Commission members - this includes 10508, 10518, 10612, 10512, 10617, 10528, 10718, and 10600.
Prior approval was for schematic design. Jeff Goldstein presents for the property owner stating RTA and other local entities approve the proposed project which will provide lower cost of living apartments.
Steve Jennings with LDA Architects and Brandon Kline with Geis Properties provide details on the design plan for the property at Cedar Ave. and Stokes Blvd. https://t.co/P4fu32zw9R
Kline states the project will take over 20 months to complete construction and therefore request approval so that work can begin. Shannon Leonard explains the design review and zoning process which requires that site plan changes go back through the process.
A commission member approve the property owner come back in two weeks to present how the conditions have been met and what final design will be.
According to Einhouse, Playhouse Square is currently building out the new home of City Club of Cleveland, who announced the move earlier this year.
https://www.cityclub.org/
The Commission approves the ordinance and the Playhouse going back to design review on the two variances.
Next is SE2023-009 Ubuntu Gathering lace Murals which seeks final approval of public art at 10299 Shaker Blvd., presented by Jeremy Ousley with Environmental Design Group. https://t.co/ArLlojmXsK
A third artist is Christa Childs.
https://www.cleveland19.com/2022/07/28/meet-artist-behind-new-mural-clevelands-public-square/
Zulma Zabala, Senior Fellow, Community and Racial Equity speaks on all the work that has gone into the project.
http://www.communitysolutions.com/profile/zulma-zabala/
The artwork has been in Concourse D of the airport but has not been in use due to new construction. https://t.co/jRGE7VTEzD
The Commission approves relocation of the Picket Fences artwork at Cleveland Hopkins.
The first Special Presentation was the Fairfax Strategic Investment Plan update which was presented by Denise Van Leer, Fairfax Renaissance DC.
The project is estimated to cost $4 to $5 million dollars and will include replacing furniture, updating landscaping, and repairing cracks in concrete. Timeline is Phase I in Oct. 2023, Phase II in April 2024, and completion by summer 2024.
The commission approves the project with the condition that the Commission sees Phase II before it begins.
Next Mandatory Referrals include Ordinance Nos. 488-2023, 520-2023, 526-2023, and 528-2023. https://t.co/ysvpa7u12I
This project is in the conceptual phase with expected completion in 2024. Commission member Diane Downing asks while ARPA funds will be used to install the project, where will funds come from to maintain the project. https://t.co/7uli7yyBXP
Alex Hamocz with Destination Cleveland is working on what the project will look like night-by-night so that it is used in conjunction with city events. Destination Cleveland has committed around $3 million to the project and is looking for the rest of the money.
Next is Ordinance No. 528-2023 which is part of the group of projects to be financed from the Waterfront Activation Fund. https://t.co/kTewzv6Sqd
Next is Ordinance No. 529–2023 which is part of the project to be financed from the Waterfront Activation Fund. https://t.co/qKqici6kzh
Additional projects in the Mandatory Referrals will come under administrative approvals. The Commission approves Ordinance No. 520-2023, 528-2023, and 529-2023 and tables 526-2023 is tabled.
Next is Administrative Approvals for Ordinance Nos. 469-2023 demolition, removal and installation of a security guard station at 12302 Kirby Ave.
Next is Ordinance No. 483-2023 for professional services related to several vacant lots. Ordinance No. 489-2023 related to city-wide infrastructure. Ordinance 505-2023 related to an easement for the NE Ohio Regional Sewer District.
Additional Administrative Approvals for Ordinance No. 522-2023 related to professional service agreement for arts, activities, sculptures, and other amenities in downtown Cleveland. Ordinance No. 527-2023, related to design of North Coast Connector …
Additional Administrative Approvals for Ordinance No. 530-2023 related to the Irishtown Bend project and Ordinance No. 531-2023 related to the Cleveland Harbor Eastern Embayment Resilience Strategy project. All were approved by the Commission.
Joyce Pan Huang, Director for the City Planning Commission gave her report than the meeting adjourned.
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