October 2, 2024Oct 2 6 minutes ago, Foraker said: It has not. And I have no idea what the holdup is. If you see CH resident Matt Wymer, ask him and let us know! This concerns me. I am a big fan of WXZ Development. They do quality work and their projects are not run of the mill. However, I have noticed that many of their announced projects don't seem to be moving forward. Does anybody know if they are having financial problems or perhaps some internal business issues. I know they are a pretty small family run company. For example, the Primo Vino building in Little Italy was demoed well more than a year ago (in fact it may be going on two years) and the land has sat dormant since then. Also no movement on the those two building across the street they were going to renovate. They received the go ahead from Landmarks a long time ago. While not as old, I don't see any movement on that Uptown project they announced a while back (renovation and new construction). And Taylor Tudor has sat for a long time despite public subsidies including Ohio Historic tax credits. Does not bode well for the much larger vision across the street. Even more confusing, despite all this inaction, there were recent reports of new land purchases in the Flats by the firm. Is anybody aware of anything actually under construction by the company at this time? Maybe something on the west side or out of town.
October 2, 2024Oct 2 1 hour ago, Htsguy said: This concerns me. I am a big fan of WXZ Development. They do quality work and their projects are not run of the mill. However, I have noticed that many of their announced projects don't seem to be moving forward. Does anybody know if they are having financial problems or perhaps some internal business issues. I know they are a pretty small family run company. For example, the Primo Vino building in Little Italy was demoed well more than a year ago (in fact it may be going on two years) and the land has sat dormant since then. Also no movement on the those two building across the street they were going to renovate. They received the go ahead from Landmarks a long time ago. While not as old, I don't see any movement on that Uptown project they announced a while back (renovation and new construction). And Taylor Tudor has sat for a long time despite public subsidies including Ohio Historic tax credits. Does not bode well for the much larger vision across the street. Even more confusing, despite all this inaction, there were recent reports of new land purchases in the Flats by the firm. Is anybody aware of anything actually under construction by the company at this time? Maybe something on the west side or out of town. Unknown. Maybe also waiting for construction material backlogs and interest rates to settle?
October 2, 2024Oct 2 Technically UH I think but does anyone know what’s going into the old cottage-like building next to Heights Beverage?
October 3, 2024Oct 3 15 hours ago, OldEnough said: Technically UH I think but does anyone know what’s going into the old cottage-like building next to Heights Beverage? Yes, that's UH. No idea -- whoever owns it has been working on it for a long time.
October 10, 2024Oct 10 On 10/2/2024 at 2:03 PM, scg80 said: I noticed signs at the top of Edgehill stating saving Turkey Ridge, I'm assuming there are more proactive discussions on developing the wooded overlook over Little Italy. And as a lifelong Heights resident that grew up not far from there, this is the first time I've heard of any name for that place. This came up a few years ago when they were trying to develop it. It was the first time most of us heard it referred to Turkey Ridge.
October 10, 2024Oct 10 Sounds like the library has decided to spend money on another study and then demolition of the Coventry Peace Campus arts building. Not interested in listening to offers from the artists. https://www.instagram.com/p/DA7dMmyNSHQ/
October 10, 2024Oct 10 1 hour ago, Foraker said: Sounds like the library has decided to spend money on another study and then demolition of the Coventry Peace Campus arts building. Not interested in listening to offers from the artists. https://www.instagram.com/p/DA7dMmyNSHQ/ Ok by me. Prime real estate for residential development.
October 11, 2024Oct 11 17 hours ago, OldEnough said: Ok by me. Prime real estate for residential development. Only after deed restrictions are removed in court. Quote deed restrictions set forth by Grant Deming in 1917 when he turned the property over to the local school board "for public and educational use." https://www.cleveland.com/cleveland-heights/2018/05/ch-uh_library_director_gives_u.html And you have to convince a library board owner to change its mind after already dismissing the idea of residential development in favor of more park space. And they have demonstrated resistance to considering outside ideas. Edited October 11, 2024Oct 11 by Foraker added quote
October 11, 2024Oct 11 On 10/2/2024 at 3:17 PM, Foraker said: Unknown. Maybe also waiting for construction material backlogs and interest rates to settle? Some progress!: Cleveland Port approves $15 million in bonds for Taylor Tudors project in Cleveland Heights The Port of Cleveland has approved issuing up to $15 million in taxable bonds to help finance a neighborhood revitalization project in Cleveland Heights. https://www.bizjournals.com/cleveland/news/2024/10/10/port-approves-bonds-taylor-tudor.html
October 11, 2024Oct 11 2 hours ago, willyboy said: Some progress!: Cleveland Port approves $15 million in bonds for Taylor Tudors project in Cleveland Heights The Port of Cleveland has approved issuing up to $15 million in taxable bonds to help finance a neighborhood revitalization project in Cleveland Heights. https://www.bizjournals.com/cleveland/news/2024/10/10/port-approves-bonds-taylor-tudor.html Cannot read the article. Does it mention when they actually plan to begin construction?
October 11, 2024Oct 11 2 hours ago, Htsguy said: Cannot read the article. Does it mention when they actually plan to begin construction? Before end of the year -- Quote Work on the Taylor Tudors project is expected to start by the end of the year and be completed by the second quarter of 2026, the Port said.
October 12, 2024Oct 12 6 hours ago, Htsguy said: Cannot read the article. Does it mention when they actually plan to begin construction? Original press release. https://www.portofcleveland.com/port-approves-15-million-in-taxable-lease-revenue-bonds-for-cleveland-heights-historic-redevelopment/
October 13, 2024Oct 13 Just a PR rewrite Taylor Tudors in Cleveland Hts. get financed By Ken Prendergast / October 13, 2024 The Port of Cleveland board on Friday approved issuing up to $15 million in taxable bonds for financing of the $25.6 million Taylor Tudor Plaza Project, part of the first phase of a larger $150 million mixed use neighborhood revitalization of the Taylor Road neighborhood in Cleveland Heights. MORE: https://neo-trans.blog/2024/10/13/taylor-tudors-in-cleveland-hts-get-financed/ "In the souls of the people the grapes of wrath are filling and growing heavy, growing heavy for the vintage." -- John Steinbeck
October 14, 2024Oct 14 The location and timing (assuming planned schedules are met) for all of this should be perfect. I don't know what the actual numbers are, but the orthodox community in that area seems to have been growing incredibly fast since 2020. I've got to think there's a big need for more housing there.
October 14, 2024Oct 14 2 hours ago, LlamaLawyer said: The location and timing (assuming planned schedules are met) for all of this should be perfect. I don't know what the actual numbers are, but the orthodox community in that area seems to have been growing incredibly fast since 2020. I've got to think there's a big need for more housing there. There has been a significant influx of Orthodox families from NYC. It will be interesting to see what comes of the city's recent RFEI for infill development. Plenty of vacant lots nearby in the north Cain Park neighborhood that would be suitable for Orthodox families.
October 14, 2024Oct 14 4 hours ago, Foraker said: There has been a significant influx of Orthodox families from NYC. It will be interesting to see what comes of the city's recent RFEI for infill development. Plenty of vacant lots nearby in the north Cain Park neighborhood that would be suitable for Orthodox families. Maybe reactivate the Taylor Road Synagogue for its intended purpose? "In the souls of the people the grapes of wrath are filling and growing heavy, growing heavy for the vintage." -- John Steinbeck
October 15, 2024Oct 15 16 hours ago, KJP said: Maybe reactivate the Taylor Road Synagogue for its intended purpose? Seems unlikely given the number of active synagogues in the area.
October 15, 2024Oct 15 Nighttown may gain Edwins - cross-posted in the Shaker Square thread "In the souls of the people the grapes of wrath are filling and growing heavy, growing heavy for the vintage." -- John Steinbeck
October 16, 2024Oct 16 15 hours ago, KJP said: Nighttown may gain Edwins - cross-posted in the Shaker Square thread Wow. Edwins is obviously great, but I was really hoping that someone would come along to resurrect Nighttown.
October 16, 2024Oct 16 4 minutes ago, LlamaLawyer said: Wow. Edwins is obviously great, but I was really hoping that someone would come along to resurrect Nighttown. Agree. Also seems a bit hypocritical given Brandons mission. Maybe just a threat for bargaining power or sour grapes due to not being selected to buy the square. Brandon lives walking distance to Edwins, if the square goes so do the surrounding neighborhoods, but perhaps he would also move?
October 16, 2024Oct 16 just byvwalking around down there, I get the feeling the mismanagement/lack of money for upkeep is real on shaker square.
October 16, 2024Oct 16 1 hour ago, Whipjacka said: just byvwalking around down there, I get the feeling the mismanagement/lack of money for upkeep is real on shaker square. When's the last time you visited? It's been slow for sure but CNP/BBC have made noticeable and substantial improvements since they took ownership
October 16, 2024Oct 16 15 minutes ago, bikemail said: When's the last time you visited? It's been slow for sure but CNP/BBC have made noticeable and substantial improvements since they took ownership Also the road/infrastructure improvements around there haven't helped one bit.
October 20, 2024Oct 20 1 hour ago, OldEnough said: Anyone know how leasing at the Ascent is going? I hadn't reported on it since the start of this year. But at the time, 34 of the 261 units were available, or 87 percent leased. https://neo-trans.blog/2024/01/04/cleveland-development-what-to-look-for-2024-university-circle/ Their website says they have eight units immediately available but it's probably just a sample. "In the souls of the people the grapes of wrath are filling and growing heavy, growing heavy for the vintage." -- John Steinbeck
October 20, 2024Oct 20 6 hours ago, KJP said: I hadn't reported on it since the start of this year. But at the time, 34 of the 261 units were available, or 87 percent leased. https://neo-trans.blog/2024/01/04/cleveland-development-what-to-look-for-2024-university-circle/ Their website says they have eight units immediately available but it's probably just a sample. So fair to say it’s doing well? A neighbor was telling me otherwise last night?
October 21, 2024Oct 21 4 hours ago, OldEnough said: So fair to say it’s doing well? A neighbor was telling me otherwise last night? The housing portion seems to be doing well. The retail portion has been empty until recently (a new UH urgent care center will be the first tenant)
October 21, 2024Oct 21 8 hours ago, Foraker said: The housing portion seems to be doing well. The retail portion has been empty until recently (a new UH urgent care center will be the first tenant) Yes. That’s been disappointing. Would love to see a diner in that spot. Thx.
October 21, 2024Oct 21 10 hours ago, Foraker said: The housing portion seems to be doing well. The retail portion has been empty until recently (a new UH urgent care center will be the first tenant) I get the impression that the developer is being very patient about finding long-term stable tenants. They probably don’t want some random startup coffee shop that could fail in 18 months.
October 21, 2024Oct 21 29 minutes ago, LlamaLawyer said: I get the impression that the developer is being very patient about finding long-term stable tenants. They probably don’t want some random startup coffee shop that could fail in 18 months. Agreed. It seems like they might be holding out for higher rent. It could take years to activate that block. And yet, they could put some simple startup business in there for six months at low rent to show some activity -- like an insurance broker or tailor or something that doesn't require the kind of buildout that a restaurant would want. An active space would be more attractive to the next tenant than the current dead block from the Ascent past the closed Nighttown and the former Zoss bakery.
October 21, 2024Oct 21 42 minutes ago, Foraker said: Agreed. It seems like they might be holding out for higher rent. It could take years to activate that block. And yet, they could put some simple startup business in there for six months at low rent to show some activity -- like an insurance broker or tailor or something that doesn't require the kind of buildout that a restaurant would want. An active space would be more attractive to the next tenant than the current dead block from the Ascent past the closed Nighttown and the former Zoss bakery. I think this is totally correct. There are three unleased spaces. One is 4,000 sq. ft., but the other two are only about 1,200 each. It seems very reasonable to be patient and cautious about the 4,000 sq. ft. space, but the other two spaces are so small, they ought to be less risk averse for them.
October 25, 2024Oct 25 https://www.cleveland.com/news/2024/10/grocery-outlet-signs-lease-for-former-daves-market-space-in-cleveland-heights.html
October 25, 2024Oct 25 "Grocery Outlet Bargain Market"? Sounds like a sh-thole. Such a shame for a great neighborhood.
October 25, 2024Oct 25 42 minutes ago, X said: "Grocery Outlet Bargain Market"? Sounds like a sh-thole. Such a shame for a great neighborhood. Not my first choice but there’s a market for a lower priced option in Cle Hts. I live a short walk from C/F and didn’t do my shopping at Dave’s - but I miss having a store in that location for random items when I need them.
October 26, 2024Oct 26 3 hours ago, X said: "Grocery Outlet Bargain Market"? Sounds like a sh-thole. Such a shame for a great neighborhood. I can't speak for Grocery Outlet specifically, but I visited another one of California'a discount grocery chains when I was in LA and it was miles better than my local Dave's—incredibly clean, well-stocked, and a great value. This isn't Family Dollar we're talking about here...
October 27, 2024Oct 27 On 10/25/2024 at 4:02 PM, X said: "Grocery Outlet Bargain Market"? Sounds like a sh-thole. Such a shame for a great neighborhood. With a comment like this, you clearly have no idea what kind of store this is. A simple Google search is just a keystroke away. They are all over LA and the West Coast and they are nicer than an Aldi or a Dave’s for that matter with a rotating selection of interesting items.
October 28, 2024Oct 28 Work has begun on the Taylor Tudor buildings, at least fences have been put up around them.
November 7, 2024Nov 7 Looking forward to the fencing coming down around Lee-Meadowbrook and having access to a sidewalk again!
November 8, 2024Nov 8 20 hours ago, NorthShore647 said: The Marquee (11-6-24) for a great if generic development, i have to say this view is quite handsome. the old and new contrast is a nice look. this is going to be very popular i’m sure. and rightly so.
November 8, 2024Nov 8 1 hour ago, mrnyc said: for a great if generic development, i have to say this view is quite handsome. the old and new contrast is a nice look. this is going to be very popular i’m sure. and rightly so. Both this project and Top of the Hill have above average finishes such as interesting brickwork and paneling that doesn't look cheap. It's really amazing how much better they look than a lot of the new builds around Little Italy and University Circle.
November 9, 2024Nov 9 Such a nice development for the area. Coventry ebbs and flows - I did love my Stillman days - but Cedar Lee has always been consistent. Right size building. More business for Phoenix Coffee, which I've always loved. Good seeing expensive housing for a change too. Edited November 9, 2024Nov 9 by TBideon
November 12, 2024Nov 12 I've been to their new locations in Boardman and they had one cashier with about 15 people impatiently waiting in line. It's more like Sav A Lot or Aldi with deals on name brand, closeout items stacked in boxes. Hopefully with the public financing subsidy, the Cedar Fairmount store will be remodeled but don't expect anything fancy based on Boardman. It will draw people from a much wider area because of lower prices than the new Meijer on E105 so the parking will be a bit of a mess. Better than having an empty building.
December 5, 2024Dec 5 Nobility Court groundbreaking is next Thursday. I hope they have better weather than today. From developers TWC and Start Right CDC: Date: Thursday, December 12th, 2024 Time: 4:00 PM Location: 2228 Noble Road About Nobility Court: This transformative development will feature 52 thoughtfully designed units, offering a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments. Nobility Court is dedicated to serving families and individuals with incomes between 60% and 30% of the area median income (AMI), providing quality housing and fostering a vibrant, inclusive community. It will also include a community-requested commercial space for a future coffee/sandwich shop. Join us as we celebrate this milestone and honor the collective effort that made this vision a reality. Your presence will add to the significance of this special occasion. Please RSVP by December 6 to [email protected].
December 27, 2024Dec 27 The fences are partly down at the Marquee Lee Road building. The banner reads, "Now Touring, Now Leasing." The fences are still up at the Cedar building. Also, next to that building, there seems to be no activity at the former (and future?) Arthur Treacher's Fish & Chips. It still has a For Lease sign in the window.
December 27, 2024Dec 27 My only complaint is I think they could have gone a little higher with this building 5-7 floors. But overall great addition!
December 30, 2024Dec 30 The overall number of units with both buildings was dictated by the number of parking spaces allocated to the developer in the next door parking garage. Any more units would have required them to add parking which would have been a lot more expensive.
December 30, 2024Dec 30 The zone for this area probably has a maximum building height, similar to surrounding buildings. (That said, I recall decades ago WCUY jazz and later WLYT rock, 92 FM, had an antenna tower well over 100 feet tall atop their studios on the second floor of Marshall Ford, which is now the CVS parking lot across from the theater. But that was an antenna, not a building.)
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