yanni_gogolak

There are some high level basics here to acknowledge. Cost to build and subsequent cost to rent / lease back. They will both be higher than the end user would be willing to accept.

See multiple comments made after this about NIMBY.

It comes from living here and being a designer.

Old Goodyear buildings torn down in Akron: What we know about the River Street demolition Mark J. Price Akron Beacon Journal A mighty swath of Akron’s industrial past is tumbling to the ground. Wreckers are steadily chipping away at a seven-story behemoth at the old Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. complex. As of Monday, about 75% of the 600,000-square-foot plant had been demolished. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/2024/01/30/former-goodyear-mixing-center-demolished-in-akron/72389033007/?utm_source=nabj-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-briefing&utm_term=hero&utm_content=OHIO-AKRON-NLETTER65

Lol, do you think designers don't want to. Look at the comment, NIMBY. You can thank the local feedback/design review committees for the design changes.

Hasn't really been occupied since the beginning of 2020. Almost 4 years now. It's been a huge hit for Downtown business ever since. There was an article a couple weeks ago(?) that Welty was going to try a go at the old City Center hotel that Testa was not able to complete. More residential is going to be tough in Downtown right now.

Ravenna aims to balance historic preservation, economic development with new guidelines Diane Smith Ravenna Record-Courier The process of updating Ravenna's design review guidelines has kicked off, and officials hope it will lead to a revival of Ravenna's historic downtown district. Consultants from Perspectus, the firm hired last year to guide the city through the process of updating its design review guidelines, made a presentation about the project to City Council recently. The goal is to finish the update by late summer or early fall. https://www.record-courier.com/story/news/local/2024/01/21/ravenna-hopes-design-guideline-update-will-drive-historic-preservation/72254652007/?utm_source=record-courier-daily-briefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=dailybriefing&utm_term=hero&utm_content=nrec-kentravenna-nletter65

A deal of this size didn't happen overnight. I assume the new development was actually used to show perceived value.

Dick's Sporting Goods plans new store at former Macy's site in Stow April Helms Akron Beacon Journal Those wondering what might replace the former Macy's in Stow may now have an answer. A proposal to construct a 50,023-square-foot building in the Stow-Kent Shopping Center for a Dick's Sporting Goods store will go before Stow's Planning Commission on Tuesday. The meeting starts at 6 p.m. at the Stow City Hall, 3760 Darrow Road. https://www.record-courier.com/story/news/local/2024/01/05/dicks-sporting-goods-store-proposed-for-stows-former-macys-site-planning-commission/72111353007/?utm_source=record-courier-daily-briefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=dailybriefing&utm_term=hero&utm_content=nrec-kentravenna-nletter65

Akron lobbying firm State & Federal now calls Main Street home sweet home Derek Kreider Akron Beacon Journal Akron's slice of Washington D.C.'s K Street has relocated to the heart of downtown. After 20 years at Courtyard Square, just across from the former Quaker Square complex, lobbying and campaign financing compliance firm State & Federal Communications Inc. moved into a new 27,000-square-foot office space on the third floor of the former O'Neil's department store at 222 S. Main St. — overlooking Lock 3 and Canal Park — in October. A public open house will be held on March 25. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2024/01/04/state-federal-communications-settles-into-new-downtown-akron-home/72001841007/?utm_source=nabj-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-briefing&utm_term=Content List - Stacking - optimized&utm_content=OHIO-AKRON-NLETTER65

Ravenna council empowers LG Chem's opening next month Diane Smith Ravenna Record-Courier Ravenna City Council approved an agreement Tuesday that will empower LG Chem to open two factories next month. Council approved an electrical easement authorizing Mayor Frank Seman to allow FirstEnergy to run electrical services to the factory, which is constructing two buildings behind Ravenna's former GE plant in the Chestnut Commerce Center off North Chestnut Street. https://www.record-courier.com/story/news/local/2024/01/04/ravenna-council-empowers-lg-chems-opening-next-month/72088456007/?utm_source=record-courier-daily-briefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=dailybriefing&utm_term=hero&utm_content=nrec-kentravenna-nletter65

Meow Bao in Highland Square closes: Owners spread thin with new Square Scullery opening Kerry Clawson Akron Beacon Journal A month after rebranding their tiny Highland Square restaurant from Square Scullery to Meow Bao, owners Matt and Heather Ulichney have announced they've closed the ramen and bao bar at 783 W. Market St. The announcement came on Instagram Friday as the Ulichneys are in their final stages of opening their new, much larger Square Scullery location in North Hill, which they procured last January and had been renovating since. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/entertainment/dining/2024/01/02/meow-bao-closes-akron-highland-square-one-month-after-rebranding-square-scullery/72086881007/?utm_source=nabj-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-briefing&utm_term=Content List - Stacking - optimized&utm_content=OHIO-AKRON-NLETTER65

This is a good update. Sounds like a couple projects, City Center and YWCA, are not dead.

LOCAL 'We need to get it right': Some ask why parks and rec left out of Ravenna City Hall plan Diane Smith Ravenna Record-Courier Ravenna City Council got its first look at renderings for the planned city hall and safety center, but many expressed concerns that the city's Parks and Recreation Department was left out of the design. In August, the city hired an architect to design the complex, which is planned for the 5-acre site at East Main and Clinton streets, the site where Ravenna High School once stood. The city paid $315,000 for the land last year. https://www.record-courier.com/story/news/local/2023/12/13/renderings-for-ravenna-safety-center-city-hall-unveiled/71882494007/?utm_source=record-courier-daily-briefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=dailybriefing&utm_term=hero&utm_content=nrec-kentravenna-nletter65

Stow City Council approves plan for 45-home Miller's Landing development April Helms Akron Beacon Journal A proposal to build 45 single-family homes in a new Stow development called Miller's Landing is moving forward after City Council on Thursday voted 5-2 to approve the plan. Some residents strongly objected to the PulteGroup plan, citing concerns about traffic, safety, flooding and school overcrowding as a result of the new construction at North River and Marsh roads in the city's southeastern section. A group of about 20 who stayed for the vote quietly exited the meeting as soon as their hopes of blocking the development were defeated. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2023/12/15/stow-council-oks-pultegroup-plan-for-millers-landing-development/71927909007/?utm_source=nabj-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-briefing&utm_term=Content List - Stacking - optimized&utm_content=OHIO-AKRON-NLETTER65

One year later, here's what we know about the Kent mill fire and the property's future Anthony Thompson Akron Beacon Journal The former Star of the West mill in downtown Kent caught fire one year ago, leaving one of Kent's iconic skyline fixtures smoldering in flames. Here's what we know about the status of the investigation and what is to come with the future of the site. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/communities/2023/12/10/cause-of-last-years-kent-mill-fire-undetermined-officials-say/71812582007/?utm_source=nabj-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-briefing&utm_term=hero&utm_content=OHIO-AKRON-NLETTER65

'Malls aren't dying': These new stores are coming to Summit Mall in 2024 Alan Ashworth Akron Beacon Journal Sports clothing retailers Lululemon and J.D. Sports both opening in 2024 Kids Empire location to open in mall's old theater space One original tenant from opening 58 years ago remains Kyle Hersh wants you to know Summit Mall in Fairlawn is thriving and has the tenants and the traffic to prove it. In fact, some new retailers came just in time for the holiday season shopping sprint, and other popular names are landing in early 2024 to get the New Year off to a quick start. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2023/12/06/summit-mall-fairlawn-thriving-with-new-stores-and-more-on-the-way-in-2024/71728308007/?utm_source=nabj-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-briefing&utm_term=hero&utm_content=OHIO-AKRON-NLETTER65

WOW, kind of surprised. Council approved the first use of form-based code in Akron for the Merriman Valley and Shumacher area in mid-November. Also, Kenmore Blvd. has had a form based code overlay for about 5 years.

Bah, work holiday party same time. 😒

Tentative draft for Hudson comprehensive plan for future development presented to Council April Helms Akron Beacon Journal Amenities such as a recreation facility, outdoor pool seem to have strong support. More housing amenable to older residents supported. Hudson residents' wish list for future development includes a mix of commercial and residential space downtown and along the south state Route 91 corridor as well as streetscape enhancements and a distinct gateway into the city on its south side. The suggestions were part of a report presented by the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee during Hudson City Council's Tuesday meeting. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2023/12/03/recreation-center-future-developments-considered-for-hudsons-future/71746440007/?utm_source=nabj-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-briefing&utm_term=hero&utm_content=OHIO-AKRON-NLETTER65

Stow City Council to work with outside counsel on Miller's Landing zoning questions April Helms Akron Beacon Journal The proposal for Miller's Landing, which includes constructing 45 homes near North River and Marsh roads, was tabled over zoning questions. The outside counsel has been asked to address if the development creates three separate blocks. Stow City Council on Monday agreed to hire outside legal counsel to answer zoning issue questions about the proposed Miller's Landing development. The city is contracting with McDonald Hopkins LLC in Cleveland for $30,000 to help clarify whether the area should be considered three separate city blocks — and if those blocks are narrower than what the city's zoning requires. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2023/11/21/outside-counsel-hired-by-stow-to-address-millers-landing-questions/71660783007/?utm_source=nabj-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-briefing&utm_term=Content List - Stacking - optimized&utm_content=OHIO-AKRON-NLETTER65

'Making an impact': Habitat for Humanity to build 16 homes, new park in Akron's North Hill Derek Kreider Akron Beacon Journal Habitat for Humanity of Summit County is building 16 homes in North Hill. The homes are being subsidized by federal dollars. Construction will happen in three stages and is expected to wrap in 2025. Habitat for Humanity of Summit County President and CEO Rochelle Sibbio fielded a call recently from someone asking how they could get a "free" home. She took the time to correct the caller. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2023/11/18/habitat-for-humanity-to-build-16-homes-new-park-in-north-hill-in-akron/71437477007/?utm_source=nabj-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-briefing&utm_term=hero&utm_content=OHIO-AKRON-NLETTER65

Merriman Valley Master Plan step closer to fruition following vote by Akron City Council Derek Kreider Akron Beacon Journal Akron has taken another step toward realizing the transformation of the Merriman Valley. Akron City Council this week unanimously passed nine pieces of legislation relating to the city's adoption of a new zoning code for Merriman Valley and the city as a whole. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2023/11/18/akron-council-oks-zoning-to-make-merriman-valley-walkable-and-green/71603476007/?utm_source=nabj-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily-briefing&utm_term=Content List - Stacking - optimized&utm_content=OHIO-AKRON-NLETTER65

Yes, dispensary.

'I would have shut it down': Critics don't want new marijuana dispensaries in Cuyahoga Falls April Helms Akron Beacon Journal As another medical marijuana dispensary prepares to open in Cuyahoga Falls, some residents are urging city leaders to stop others from coming to town. Several residents attended Monday night's City Council meeting to ask for a ban on any new marijuana dispensaries within Cuyahoga Falls. https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2023/10/26/critics-ask-cuyahoga-falls-to-ban-new-medical-marijuana-dispensaries-frx-health/71302036007/