City Planning Commission

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@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Today’s agenda can be obtained here: https://planning.clevelandohio.gov/designreview/schedule.php

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters First up is roll call and approval of minutes from the previous meeting which were posted to the CPC website.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters First order of business is a Zoning Update to the Townhouse Code which is seeking final approval - this will be treated like a public hearing so there will be an opportunity for public comment, after City Staff Planner Shannan Leonard presents.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Townhouse Code - https://t.co/w0jEj3aHy3

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@signalcleveland @cledocumenters How the city measures setbacks. https://t.co/IgIuSfQcIB

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters It’s good to hear and see the process. https://t.co/gIT7iNMcDq

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters The city wants to make the process more clear. https://t.co/j7ptkgbn67

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Learn more about the Cleveland Zoning and Planning here: https://www.clevelandohio.gov/CityofCleveland/Home/Business/BusinessResources/ZoningPlanning

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Proposed definition change to the term “townhouse project.” https://t.co/3VCDx6kj7I

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Proposed definition change to the term “motor court.” https://t.co/1m6Z0TNLlG

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters New terms that are proposed to add to the zoning code. https://t.co/WuskufPZfZ

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Proposed language change for “conditional use.” https://t.co/CClhngjF7H

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters The city gets a lot of questions on area, yard, siting and design standards and will work with applicants to make sure all of the zoning requirements are met for a specific project.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Leonard continues that additional zoning requirement updates includes building design features, such as setback and private-open space.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters The zoning requirements apply to garages, car, lot consolidation. Lastly, clarification of procedures on appealing Zoning decisions. https://t.co/WDf5FYVmcb

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters What are zoning regulations? laws that control the use of land and the development of buildings and the City Planning office prepares changes to the Zoning Code and the Zoning Map and advises the Board of Zoning Appeals on the granting of Zoning Variances.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Property owners can request a variance to a zoning law by submitting an appeal for changes to the City’s Zone Code. Certain development projects are subject to “design review” before the City can issue a Building Permit.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Public comment from persons in favor of the zoning changes are up first. One letter of support of the (above) proposed zoning changes.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Ben Trimble, Chief Real Estate Officer with Ohio City Inc. says the organization is not in favor of or against the proposed changes but would like the Planning Commission to take a second look at some of the changes such as affordability of some projects.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Elaine Borawski, chairwoman of the Duck Island Block Club shares many of the comments that Trimble raised.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters A resident, at the meeting, gives public comment regarding more information on new Townhouse construction in Tremont, including a police presence since petty crime has become an issue.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Leonard says the city listened to a lot of different stakeholders in drafting the proposed zoning regulations. Lillian Kuri, Chairwoman of the City Planning Commission says the CPC has been waiting for updated zoning laws for a long time, which helps them do their job.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters The City Planning Commission committees include - Downtown/Flats Design Review, East Design Review, Euclid Corridor Design Review, Far West Design Review, Near West Design Review, Northeast Design Review, and Southwest Design Review.
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@signalcleveland @cledocumenters The CPC approves the proposed zoning changes which will then go to City Council for final approval.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Next on the agenda is a Lot Consolidation/Split at property located at 2504 West 10th Street and presenting for the property owner is Michael Wellman with Weld Architects.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Donna Grigonis, Director of Economic Development and Real Estate with Tremont West Development Corp. says the project has not gone through the development corporation.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Chairwoman Kuri advises Wellman that variances may be needed for the proposed project. The request for the lot consolidation/split is approved and will go to City Council for final approval.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Next is a proposal to build a new Urgent Care facility at West 117th and demolish the structure that was a Pizza Hut. https://t.co/N7N1e3J4xG

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters The CPC granted schematic design approval with conditions on Feb. 17. Today, there are changes but they are not substantial. https://t.co/aiaoZvbEV3

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Dave Sambor, architect with Rare Design Studio discusses the conditional design uses which includes parking, building setback, and building entrance. https://t.co/NFSp4Q5DCl

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Jeff Manelis, property owner says they bought the property then went on a search for something that would improve the community and that the Urgent Care facility does a lot of health care. The CPC approves the conditional use permit.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Next is request for approval of the Schematic Design conditions, for the proposed Urgent Care facility at West 117th, from the Feb. 17 meeting. Sambor presents the design review. https://t.co/MxrKalv0L0

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters The CPC approves the schematic design conditions.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters There is no representative for the project, so the CPC approves tabling the case. https://t.co/K6p4SpoaTB

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Next on the agenda. Brandon Kline with Geis Companies presents for the property owner. https://t.co/ppA1vuB721

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Proposed project. https://t.co/0ttKHlE6L5

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters The CPC approved the project on Jan. 6 with conditions for a stormwater strategy, safety and security details, tree preservation plan, and a circulation and access plan. https://t.co/42PllqPvmZ

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters View of the Lincoln Heights Development project from the park. https://t.co/rysjJG6HCg

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Patrick Thornton with Sixmo and Brandon Kline explaining compliance with the conditions. The CPC approves the design with another condition to find an alternative design for the townhouse garage doors.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Next on the agenda is proposed demolition of a 2-story mixed use building located at 2919 East 59th St. which the city owns. The CPC approves the proposal - take a look why. https://t.co/W1tYv9gpxg

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Next on the agenda. https://t.co/gmDHaaYRFu

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Shannan presents for the city the four variances that are need for the project to be approved. https://t.co/Lza8NugD6F

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters The CPC approves the Fairfax Market Signage variance.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Next on the agenda - which is up for final approval. https://t.co/HSW34IOvBe

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters The CPC approves new construction of the proposed Chester 82 project with one no vote by CPC committee member Denise McCray Scott.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Next is Mandatory Referrals, Ordinance No. 333-2023 to designate Advent Evangelical Lutheran Church as a Cleveland Landmark. https://t.co/W7HIb0z2me

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters The CPC approves the ordinance which will go to City Council for final approval.

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@signalcleveland @cledocumenters The CPC approves the ordinance which will go to City Council for final approval.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Next. John Hoose with the Cleveland Airport System presents for the city. https://t.co/VzCwxyBG4p

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters The CPC approves the ordinance.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Next on the agenda is a proposal for economic development on the southeast side of Cleveland, to include retail, white boxing, store front renovation. https://t.co/sBEAPz7wnZ

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters The ordinance is approved. Next, was eight administrative approvals which were approved together - they included: Ordinance No. 1276-2022 authorizing the Director of Capital Projects to issue a permit for II Venetian LLC to encroach into the public right-of-way of St. Clair.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Additional administrative approvals: Ordinance No. 399-2023 to Change the Use, Area and Height Districts of land north of Chester Ave. between 81st and 82nd St.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Additional administrative approvals: Ordinance No. 408-2023 on methods to be used to make public improvement of constructing, installing, and repairing sewers; Ordinance No. 409-2023 changing the use, area, and height district of land near East 93rd.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Additional administrative approvals: Ordinance No. 431-202 regarding method to be used to do construction improvements at the Pleasant Valley Road Pump Station; Ordinance No. 449-2023 regarding method to be used to improve, renew, repair, and replace transmission water mains.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Additional administrative approvals: Ordinance No. 445-2023 to vacate a portion of Rockhurst Ave. NE east of East 105th St.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Next is Special Presentations and first is FW2023-008 Historic 1939 Photo Mural at 17119 Lorain Ave. which was approved. https://t.co/7WWmPJU7aY

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Additional Special Presentations of Public Art, which was approved by the CPC. https://t.co/3bSh3llndn

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Next Special Presentation for Public Art presented by artist Erin Guido - the art would be displayed in Cleveland Public Library, Public Square, Overlook Garden on Mall C, and entrance to City Hall. The CPC approved DF2023-018 with final approval of designated locations later. https://t.co/E9LRZb3o78

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Final Special Presentation for Public Art at various locations which might include Buckeye and East 140th St. https://t.co/hSrjBHW9hl

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@signalcleveland @cledocumenters The CPC approves public art for Buckeye and East 140th St.

@signalcleveland @cledocumenters Last on today’s agenda is the Director’s Report. https://t.co/rcAxRMcwdO

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@signalcleveland @cledocumenters With that the meeting is adjourned. Have questions? Think we got something wrong? Send any inquiries on the meeting or live tweets to @cledocumenters or cledocumenters@gmail.com. DEUCES!