CPC Weblog
an annotated chronological list of links related to planning and development in Greater Cleveland
12 December 2008
Mercomp's landfill remains a problem
The lack of oversight at the closed 40-acre Schaaf Road Landfill in Brooklyn Heights and Independence continues to trouble local officials.
The lack of oversight at the closed 40-acre Schaaf Road Landfill in Brooklyn Heights and Independence continues to trouble local officials.
Labels: Brooklyn Heights, Independence, land, water
07 November 2008
Independence zoning code changes proposed
Some Independence councilmembers want to revise portions of the City's zoning code.
Some Independence councilmembers want to revise portions of the City's zoning code.
Labels: Independence, zoning
31 October 2008
Trail construction news
Engineering and environmental studies are being prepared for the proposed Hemlock Trail through Independence. In Parma Heights, construction of a walking trail behind Cassidy Theatre is nearly complete.
Engineering and environmental studies are being prepared for the proposed Hemlock Trail through Independence. In Parma Heights, construction of a walking trail behind Cassidy Theatre is nearly complete.
Labels: alternative transportation, Independence, Parma Heights
24 October 2008
Oak Knoll court challenge
The developers of the rejected Oak Knoll subdivision are suing the City of Independence. A judge dismissed two of the developers' claims, but a third suit is still pending.
The developers of the rejected Oak Knoll subdivision are suing the City of Independence. A judge dismissed two of the developers' claims, but a third suit is still pending.
Labels: Cuyahoga River watershed, Independence, residential
16 October 2008
Section 205 Flood Risk Management Studies
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is conducting $100,000 Flood Risk Management Studies for the Cuyahoga River valley communities of Brooklyn Heights, Independence, Valley View, and Walton Hills. Congressman Kucinich said that the studies will create a better understanding of the causes of flooding and approaches to flood risk mitigation.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is conducting $100,000 Flood Risk Management Studies for the Cuyahoga River valley communities of Brooklyn Heights, Independence, Valley View, and Walton Hills. Congressman Kucinich said that the studies will create a better understanding of the causes of flooding and approaches to flood risk mitigation.
Labels: Brooklyn Heights, Cuyahoga River watershed, Independence, Valley View, Walton Hills
15 August 2008
Senior housing survey
Independence leaders are surveying seniors to learn about their housing needs in order to develop a plan for senior housing in the downtown district.
Independence leaders are surveying seniors to learn about their housing needs in order to develop a plan for senior housing in the downtown district.
Labels: Independence, mixed-use, residential, seniors
01 August 2008
Senior housing in downtown Independence?
Plans for the redevelopment of downtown Independence may have a senior housing component. City leaders intend to develop a master plan for the area, and may ask voters to approve the senior housing next year.
Plans for the redevelopment of downtown Independence may have a senior housing component. City leaders intend to develop a master plan for the area, and may ask voters to approve the senior housing next year.
Labels: Independence, master planning, mixed-use, residential, seniors
24 July 2008
National Park bridge replacement document
The National Park Service published an environmental assessment for the rehabilitation or replacement of the Fitzwater Truss Bridge and the Waste Weir Bridge over the Cuyahoga River and the Ohio & Erie Canal in Independence. The report's preferred alternative calls for replacing both bridges on a new alignment that would create a four-way intersection at Canal Road. Public comments on the document will be accepted through August 28.
Update: the Sun Courier has more details.
The National Park Service published an environmental assessment for the rehabilitation or replacement of the Fitzwater Truss Bridge and the Waste Weir Bridge over the Cuyahoga River and the Ohio & Erie Canal in Independence. The report's preferred alternative calls for replacing both bridges on a new alignment that would create a four-way intersection at Canal Road. Public comments on the document will be accepted through August 28.
Update: the Sun Courier has more details.
Labels: Independence, roads and highways
14 July 2008
West Creek Confluence restoration begins
Close to 200 people attended the concrete-breaking ceremony for the West Creek Confluence Project on Friday. The restoration of the ten acre site in Independence will be completed in three to five years.
Close to 200 people attended the concrete-breaking ceremony for the West Creek Confluence Project on Friday. The restoration of the ten acre site in Independence will be completed in three to five years.
Labels: Cuyahoga River watershed, greenspace, Independence
11 July 2008
Gund grant for West Creek restoration
The Gund Foundation announced its latest round of grants, which include $50,000 to the West Creek Preservation Committee for the West Creek Confluence Project.
The Gund Foundation announced its latest round of grants, which include $50,000 to the West Creek Preservation Committee for the West Creek Confluence Project.
Labels: Cuyahoga River watershed, grants and appropriations, Independence
27 June 2008
Concrete-breaking celebration
A concrete-breaking celebration (PDF) for the West Creek Confluence Project will be held on July 11 in Independence.
Update: the Plain Dealer supplies more information.
A concrete-breaking celebration (PDF) for the West Creek Confluence Project will be held on July 11 in Independence.
Update: the Plain Dealer supplies more information.
Labels: Cuyahoga River watershed, events, Independence
28 March 2008
West Creek Confluence Project
Work on the West Creek Confluence Project in Independence is scheduled to begin this summer, and the restoration of the site should be completed by 2010. The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District is also involved in several related projects in Parma and Brooklyn Heights.
Work on the West Creek Confluence Project in Independence is scheduled to begin this summer, and the restoration of the site should be completed by 2010. The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District is also involved in several related projects in Parma and Brooklyn Heights.
Labels: Brooklyn Heights, Cuyahoga River watershed, greenspace, Independence, Parma
14 December 2007
No senior housing issue in Independence
A senior housing issue will not appear on the March ballot in Independence. Although the City had planned on the March vote, Mayor-elect Kurtz said that the City was not yet ready to go to voters.
A senior housing issue will not appear on the March ballot in Independence. Although the City had planned on the March vote, Mayor-elect Kurtz said that the City was not yet ready to go to voters.
Labels: Independence, residential, seniors, zoning
11 December 2007
Independence trails and greenspace
Work will begin next summer in restoring a 10 acre site at the confluence of West Creek and the Cuyahoga River in Independence. The City of Independence and the Cuyahoga Valley National Park are also planning Hemlock Trail, a 1.5 to 1.7 mile long multi-purpose trail through Independence and Valley View that would connect the Towpath Trail to Brecksville Road.
Work will begin next summer in restoring a 10 acre site at the confluence of West Creek and the Cuyahoga River in Independence. The City of Independence and the Cuyahoga Valley National Park are also planning Hemlock Trail, a 1.5 to 1.7 mile long multi-purpose trail through Independence and Valley View that would connect the Towpath Trail to Brecksville Road.
Labels: alternative transportation, Cuyahoga River watershed, greenspace, Independence, Valley View
19 September 2007
Cavs unveil practice facility
The Cleveland Cavaliers unveiled the Cleveland Clinic Courts, their new practice facility in Independence.
The Cleveland Cavaliers unveiled the Cleveland Clinic Courts, their new practice facility in Independence.
Labels: Independence
18 September 2007
St. Maron's lawsuit
A U.S. District Court judge stayed the lawsuit by St. Maron's Church against the City of Independence until December 12. City officials have until then to decide if they will authorize the construction of a new church at the Marycrest site on Brookside Road. If the City refuses, then the case will proceed in December.
A U.S. District Court judge stayed the lawsuit by St. Maron's Church against the City of Independence until December 12. City officials have until then to decide if they will authorize the construction of a new church at the Marycrest site on Brookside Road. If the City refuses, then the case will proceed in December.
Labels: Independence, institutional, zoning
24 August 2007
Downtown Independence planning
Independence officials are continuing to develop a downtown master plan for the City.
Independence officials are continuing to develop a downtown master plan for the City.
Labels: Independence, master planning, mixed-use
14 August 2007
St. Maron's sues Independence
St. Maron's Church is suing the City of Independence, charging that municipality's planning and zoning code discriminates against it. City officials have not granted permission for a new church at the Marycrest site on Brookside Road.
St. Maron's Church is suing the City of Independence, charging that municipality's planning and zoning code discriminates against it. City officials have not granted permission for a new church at the Marycrest site on Brookside Road.
Labels: Independence, institutional, zoning
20 July 2007
Trail updates
In multipurpose trail news:
In multipurpose trail news:
- Cleveland Councilman Brian Cummins says the construction of the Treadway Greenway Connector trail could be completed as soon as the end of fall.
- At a meeting last week, consultants presented plans for a trail through the West Creek Greenway that would link Brooklyn Heights, Independence, Parma and Seven Hills with the West Creek Reservation and the Towpath Trail. A pair of public meetings will be held early next month.
- In Shaker Heights, City Council is scheduled to vote on the planned Shaker Boulevard median trail on Monday.
Labels: alternative transportation, Brooklyn Heights, Cleveland west side, greenspace, Independence, Parma, Seven Hills, Shaker Heights
Senior housing discussion continues
The Independence Planning Commission is continuing its attempts to reconcile the differences between the two plans for a senior housing district. While senior housing has been a controversial issue in Independence, it has been readily accepted in other Cuyahoga County suburbs.
The Independence Planning Commission is continuing its attempts to reconcile the differences between the two plans for a senior housing district. While senior housing has been a controversial issue in Independence, it has been readily accepted in other Cuyahoga County suburbs.
Labels: Independence, residential, seniors, zoning
13 July 2007
Independence senior housing plans
Independence officials are working to resolve the differences between two competing plans for a senior housing development. The Independence Planning Commission hopes to reach a compromise by December so that the issue can appear on the March ballot.
Independence officials are working to resolve the differences between two competing plans for a senior housing development. The Independence Planning Commission hopes to reach a compromise by December so that the issue can appear on the March ballot.
Labels: Independence, residential, seniors, zoning
29 June 2007
West Creek news
The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District committed $3 million for the construction of the planned Watershed Stewardship Center at the Cleveland Metroparks West Creek Reservation in Parma. Meanwhile, the City of Independence purchased the former Seaman's Furniture Warehouse at the confluence of West Creek and the Cuyahoga River. The structures on the 10 acre property will be demolished and the site will be used for parkland, open space, riparian restoration, and flood control.
The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District committed $3 million for the construction of the planned Watershed Stewardship Center at the Cleveland Metroparks West Creek Reservation in Parma. Meanwhile, the City of Independence purchased the former Seaman's Furniture Warehouse at the confluence of West Creek and the Cuyahoga River. The structures on the 10 acre property will be demolished and the site will be used for parkland, open space, riparian restoration, and flood control.
Labels: Cuyahoga River watershed, greenspace, Independence, Parma
15 June 2007
Independence church controversy continues
Independence City Council is considering taking the Marycrest site on Brookside Road by eminent domain to prevent St. Maron's Church from moving to the property. The Planning Commission tabled the Church's request for a permit to build, and the Church's attorney says they will sue the City if it isn't granted.
Independence City Council is considering taking the Marycrest site on Brookside Road by eminent domain to prevent St. Maron's Church from moving to the property. The Planning Commission tabled the Church's request for a permit to build, and the Church's attorney says they will sue the City if it isn't granted.
Labels: eminent domain, Independence, institutional
New Cavs practice facility nearly complete
Construction of the new Cleveland Cavaliers practice facility in Independence is on schedule, and a grand opening is slated for the first week in August.
Construction of the new Cleveland Cavaliers practice facility in Independence is on schedule, and a grand opening is slated for the first week in August.
Labels: Independence
08 June 2007
Independence senior housing proposal update
The Independence Planning Commission recommended authorizing the creation of a senior housing district behind Concordia Lutheran Church, if the proposal is approved by voters. The land is currently owned by the church, and the proposal also requires the approval of church members.
The Independence Planning Commission recommended authorizing the creation of a senior housing district behind Concordia Lutheran Church, if the proposal is approved by voters. The land is currently owned by the church, and the proposal also requires the approval of church members.
Labels: Independence, residential, seniors, zoning
07 June 2007
Independence church controversy
St. Maron's Catholic Church's proposed move from downtown Cleveland to Independence is opposed by neighbors of the Independence site. St. Maron's wants to build a church, a youth activity center, and a social center at the 22 acre former Marycrest site on Brookside Road. Residents are concerned about possible flooding and traffic congestion.
St. Maron's Catholic Church's proposed move from downtown Cleveland to Independence is opposed by neighbors of the Independence site. St. Maron's wants to build a church, a youth activity center, and a social center at the 22 acre former Marycrest site on Brookside Road. Residents are concerned about possible flooding and traffic congestion.
Labels: Independence, institutional
01 June 2007
Independence Homeowners Association
The Independence Homeowners Association, formed last year, continues to meet and advocate for quality of life issues. Their next meeting will be on September 26.
The Independence Homeowners Association, formed last year, continues to meet and advocate for quality of life issues. Their next meeting will be on September 26.
Labels: Independence
11 May 2007
More senior housing discussion in Independence
The Senior Coalition in Independence supports the proposed senior single-unit housing overlay ordinance that is under consideration by City Council. The Independence Planning Commission is scheduled to discuss the proposal on June 5.
The Senior Coalition in Independence supports the proposed senior single-unit housing overlay ordinance that is under consideration by City Council. The Independence Planning Commission is scheduled to discuss the proposal on June 5.
Labels: Independence, residential, seniors, zoning
20 April 2007
Independence senior housing debate
Some Independence residents are unhappy about the recently-introduced senior housing legislation, because it would bypass the requirement for voter approval by not including provisions for multi-family housing.
Some Independence residents are unhappy about the recently-introduced senior housing legislation, because it would bypass the requirement for voter approval by not including provisions for multi-family housing.
Labels: Independence, residential, seniors
30 March 2007
Senior housing proposal introduced in Independence
Leaders in Independence introduced legislation that would designate the area behind Concordia Lutheran Church and the Independence Technology Center as a senior housing district. It will go before the Planning Commission on Tuesday.
Leaders in Independence introduced legislation that would designate the area behind Concordia Lutheran Church and the Independence Technology Center as a senior housing district. It will go before the Planning Commission on Tuesday.
Labels: Independence, residential, seniors
02 March 2007
Independence subdivision proposed
Indexco Properties will seek approval from the Independence Planning Commission to build a 12 house subdivision off of East Ash Road. The homes would be built (PDF) on lots ranging from 0.6 acres to 1.6 acres.
Indexco Properties will seek approval from the Independence Planning Commission to build a 12 house subdivision off of East Ash Road. The homes would be built (PDF) on lots ranging from 0.6 acres to 1.6 acres.
Labels: Independence, residential
16 February 2007
Another try for senior housing in Independence?
Senior housing advocates in Independence want another senior housing issue to appear on the ballot in November, and are preparing to begin campaigning.
Senior housing advocates in Independence want another senior housing issue to appear on the ballot in November, and are preparing to begin campaigning.
Labels: Independence, residential, seniors
11 January 2007
Downtown Independence master plan draft
In Independence, the Downtown Master Plan Task Force (PDF) submitted a draft plan to municipal leaders for review. City Council and the Planning Commission will hold a joint work session to discuss the plan's recommendations.
In Independence, the Downtown Master Plan Task Force (PDF) submitted a draft plan to municipal leaders for review. City Council and the Planning Commission will hold a joint work session to discuss the plan's recommendations.
Labels: Independence, master planning, urban design
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