CPC Weblog
an annotated chronological list of links related to planning and development in Greater Cleveland
24 November 2008
Possible trouble in the office sector
Cutbacks by banks and financial firms could increase the vacancy rate for downtown Cleveland offices and eliminate the market for proposed new office towers.
Cutbacks by banks and financial firms could increase the vacancy rate for downtown Cleveland offices and eliminate the market for proposed new office towers.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, office
13 November 2008
Wyse to move to 668 Euclid
Advertising agency Wyse will be the anchor tenant in the K&D Group's redevelopment of the 668 Euclid building in downtown Cleveland. The company signed a 10-year lease for 25,000 square feet on the building's ground floor. The K&D Group is also pursuing nontraditional financing for its planned redevelopment of the nearby Ameritrust complex, including investments from labor union pension funds.
Advertising agency Wyse will be the anchor tenant in the K&D Group's redevelopment of the 668 Euclid building in downtown Cleveland. The company signed a 10-year lease for 25,000 square feet on the building's ground floor. The K&D Group is also pursuing nontraditional financing for its planned redevelopment of the nearby Ameritrust complex, including investments from labor union pension funds.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, finance, mixed-use, office, residential
06 November 2008
Commercial real estate roundtable
Midwest Real Estate News spoke with four Greater Cleveland real estate professionals about the local commercial real estate market.
Midwest Real Estate News spoke with four Greater Cleveland real estate professionals about the local commercial real estate market.
Labels: Greater Cleveland, industrial, office, retail
04 November 2008
Baker Electric Building restoration
The renovation of the Baker Electric Building on Euclid Avenue in Midtown has revealed many historic elements that had been obscured. The $7.1 million project already has attracted a half-dozen tenants.
The renovation of the Baker Electric Building on Euclid Avenue in Midtown has revealed many historic elements that had been obscured. The $7.1 million project already has attracted a half-dozen tenants.
Labels: Cleveland east side, historic preservation, office
03 November 2008
Terminal Tower restoration update
Coon Restoration & Sealants of Louisville, Ohio is one of the companies involved in the exterior restoration of the Terminal Tower in downtown Cleveland.
Coon Restoration & Sealants of Louisville, Ohio is one of the companies involved in the exterior restoration of the Terminal Tower in downtown Cleveland.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, historic preservation, office
31 October 2008
A little more information about Jacobs' plans
The Jacobs Group's plans for the 37-acre site at I-77 and Royalton Road in Brecksville include dividing it into three smaller properties.
The Jacobs Group's plans for the 37-acre site at I-77 and Royalton Road in Brecksville include dividing it into three smaller properties.
Labels: Brecksville, office
24 October 2008
Jacobs Group meets with Brecksville officials
Representatives of the Jacobs Group discussed the company's plans for the southwest quadrant of the interchange at I-77 and Royalton Road with the Brecksville Planning Commission. The company had previously proposed developing the site as a mixed-use development called the Arborlands.
Representatives of the Jacobs Group discussed the company's plans for the southwest quadrant of the interchange at I-77 and Royalton Road with the Brecksville Planning Commission. The company had previously proposed developing the site as a mixed-use development called the Arborlands.
Labels: Brecksville, office
21 October 2008
Eaton's requests for Flats site
While it was still considering a Flats east bank site for its new headquarters, Eaton requested a list of changes to neighboring properties, some of which would have impacted port activities. Crain's Cleveland Business noted that it's unclear whether the requests were make-or-break issues or whether Eaton was simply trying to get as much as possible.
While it was still considering a Flats east bank site for its new headquarters, Eaton requested a list of changes to neighboring properties, some of which would have impacted port activities. Crain's Cleveland Business noted that it's unclear whether the requests were make-or-break issues or whether Eaton was simply trying to get as much as possible.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, office
Credit crunch threatens commercial projects
A protracted credit crunch could force delays or cancellations of proposed commercial developments in and around Cleveland, including downtown office towers, suburban retail developments, and mixed-use projects.
A protracted credit crunch could force delays or cancellations of proposed commercial developments in and around Cleveland, including downtown office towers, suburban retail developments, and mixed-use projects.
Labels: Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, finance, office, retail
10 October 2008
Brooklyn Heights development stalled
Plans have bogged down for a $25 million retail/office complex at Tuxedo Avenue and Granger Road in Brooklyn Heights, but Mayor Procuk said that the "deal is not dead in the water."
Plans have bogged down for a $25 million retail/office complex at Tuxedo Avenue and Granger Road in Brooklyn Heights, but Mayor Procuk said that the "deal is not dead in the water."
Labels: Brooklyn Heights, office, retail
21 September 2008
More on Eaton's announcement
Eaton is reluctant to move to the Flats because the nine acre site on the east bank is too small for the campus the company intends to build. Mayor Jackson said that the City did all it could to keep the company's headquarters in downtown Cleveland, but a Plain Dealer analysis notes that Jackson's emphasis on regionalism left him with little room to protest a move to Beachwood. The City and Port Authority are looking at other development options for the Waterfront loop property.
Eaton is reluctant to move to the Flats because the nine acre site on the east bank is too small for the campus the company intends to build. Mayor Jackson said that the City did all it could to keep the company's headquarters in downtown Cleveland, but a Plain Dealer analysis notes that Jackson's emphasis on regionalism left him with little room to protest a move to Beachwood. The City and Port Authority are looking at other development options for the Waterfront loop property.
Labels: Beachwood, Downtown Cleveland, office, urban sprawl
More medical facility construction
Construction of the Hillcrest Hospital expansion in Mayfield Heights is underway. The work is scheduled to be finished in 2010. In Middleburg Heights, plans were announced for a new 21,100 square foot medical office building next to the Big Creek Surgery Center on Bagley Road.
Construction of the Hillcrest Hospital expansion in Mayfield Heights is underway. The work is scheduled to be finished in 2010. In Middleburg Heights, plans were announced for a new 21,100 square foot medical office building next to the Big Creek Surgery Center on Bagley Road.
Labels: institutional, Mayfield Heights, Middleburg Heights, office
17 September 2008
Eaton prefers the Chagin Highlands
In a statement (PDF) released today, Eaton Corp. revealed that a location in the Chagrin Highlands is the leading candidate for the company's new headquarters. A site in the Flats east bank development was previously thought to be the most likely location. Mayor Jackson said that while he is disappointed, he respects the decision.
Update: a Plain Dealer editorial says that Cleveland leaders must attempt to keep the company downtown. WKSU's Kevin Niedermier spoke with Frank Jackson about the news.
In a statement (PDF) released today, Eaton Corp. revealed that a location in the Chagrin Highlands is the leading candidate for the company's new headquarters. A site in the Flats east bank development was previously thought to be the most likely location. Mayor Jackson said that while he is disappointed, he respects the decision.
Update: a Plain Dealer editorial says that Cleveland leaders must attempt to keep the company downtown. WKSU's Kevin Niedermier spoke with Frank Jackson about the news.
Labels: Beachwood, Downtown Cleveland, office, urban sprawl
15 September 2008
Green office building construction
The new offices of Douglass & Associates on Grayton Road in Cleveland were designed to attain LEED gold certification.
The new offices of Douglass & Associates on Grayton Road in Cleveland were designed to attain LEED gold certification.
Labels: Cleveland west side, office, sustainability
18 August 2008
Courthouse Plaza
A local development group is trying to revive interest in plans for the Courthouse Plaza high-rise in downtown Cleveland. The tower was first proposed in 1999, but there has been little news since backer Larry Dolan pulled out in 2001.
A local development group is trying to revive interest in plans for the Courthouse Plaza high-rise in downtown Cleveland. The tower was first proposed in 1999, but there has been little news since backer Larry Dolan pulled out in 2001.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, office
25 July 2008
Changes in Brooklyn Heights retail plans
The developers of the proposed retail and office project and at Tuxedo Avenue and Granger Road in Brooklyn Heights have modified their plans to include two office buildings instead of one. They are still seeking tenants for the development.
The developers of the proposed retail and office project and at Tuxedo Avenue and Granger Road in Brooklyn Heights have modified their plans to include two office buildings instead of one. They are still seeking tenants for the development.
Labels: Brooklyn Heights, office, retail
17 July 2008
Office tower design revealed
Westlake Reed Leskosky unveiled designs for a 13 story office building at the Ameritrust complex in downtown Cleveland. The glassy tower would sit directly south of the Cleveland Trust Tower. The K&D Group is trying to have the Marcel Breuer-designed tower added to the National Register of Historic Places, and is seeking federal and state historic tax credits.
Westlake Reed Leskosky unveiled designs for a 13 story office building at the Ameritrust complex in downtown Cleveland. The glassy tower would sit directly south of the Cleveland Trust Tower. The K&D Group is trying to have the Marcel Breuer-designed tower added to the National Register of Historic Places, and is seeking federal and state historic tax credits.
Labels: architecture, Downtown Cleveland, office
07 July 2008
A hotel in North Olmsted?
A 140 room hotel has been proposed for a property near the I-480 interchange at Great Northern Boulevard in North Olmsted. The 13.59 acre site is currently zoned for office development, and would require a rezoning to proceed.
A 140 room hotel has been proposed for a property near the I-480 interchange at Great Northern Boulevard in North Olmsted. The 13.59 acre site is currently zoned for office development, and would require a rezoning to proceed.
Labels: North Olmsted, office, retail, zoning
02 July 2008
Renovation of the May Co building
The historic May Company building on Public Square in Cleveland will be redeveloped as retail and residential space. The ground floor is slated to house a restaurant and a nightclub, and the upper stories will be renovated as residences and possibly a small hotel. An earlier renovation attempt called for converting it into the Public Square Tech Center.
The historic May Company building on Public Square in Cleveland will be redeveloped as retail and residential space. The ground floor is slated to house a restaurant and a nightclub, and the upper stories will be renovated as residences and possibly a small hotel. An earlier renovation attempt called for converting it into the Public Square Tech Center.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, office, residential, retail
24 June 2008
Jacobs buys Avon land
The Richard E. Jacobs Group purchased an 89 acre property near the planned I-90 interchange at Nagel Road in Avon. Earlier this year, the property was rezoned for commercial development. The company is also pursuing a purchase and rezoning of a neighboring 110 acre site.
The Richard E. Jacobs Group purchased an 89 acre property near the planned I-90 interchange at Nagel Road in Avon. Earlier this year, the property was rezoned for commercial development. The company is also pursuing a purchase and rezoning of a neighboring 110 acre site.
Labels: Lorain County, office, urban sprawl, zoning
20 June 2008
Commercial Vacancy List
The City of Rocky River maintains a spreadsheet of vacant office, warehouse, and commercial properties that are for sale or lease. It is available on the City's website.
The City of Rocky River maintains a spreadsheet of vacant office, warehouse, and commercial properties that are for sale or lease. It is available on the City's website.
Labels: office, retail, Rocky River
16 June 2008
NASA Glenn begins campus redesign
NASA Glenn officials are reviewing 11 proposals for a new 90,000 square foot central office building. They expect to award the design contract for the $28 million building by August. It's scheduled to open in early 2012. The construction is part of a $150 million redesign of the NASA campus.
NASA Glenn officials are reviewing 11 proposals for a new 90,000 square foot central office building. They expect to award the design contract for the $28 million building by August. It's scheduled to open in early 2012. The construction is part of a $150 million redesign of the NASA campus.
Labels: Brook Park, Cleveland west side, office
12 June 2008
Cleveland Technology Center update
A recently-demolished building at the Cleveland Technology Center on Rockwell Avenue will temporarily be replaced by a surface parking lot. Matrix Realty Group plans to build a 180,000 square foot building on the site, and must complete construction by 2009 in order to receive the full amount of a 2006 grant from the Job Ready Sites Program.
A recently-demolished building at the Cleveland Technology Center on Rockwell Avenue will temporarily be replaced by a surface parking lot. Matrix Realty Group plans to build a 180,000 square foot building on the site, and must complete construction by 2009 in order to receive the full amount of a 2006 grant from the Job Ready Sites Program.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, office
29 May 2008
Public Square Tower
The Jacobs Group and Hines Interests of Houston yesterday announced plans for a 21 story office tower on the parking lot facing the west side of Public Square. Public Square Tower is a $180 million project that would feature 500,000 square feet of office space. Construction could start next year. Improvising Schema is critical of Gensler's design for the tower, calling it "another impersonal glass box".
The Jacobs Group and Hines Interests of Houston yesterday announced plans for a 21 story office tower on the parking lot facing the west side of Public Square. Public Square Tower is a $180 million project that would feature 500,000 square feet of office space. Construction could start next year. Improvising Schema is critical of Gensler's design for the tower, calling it "another impersonal glass box".
Labels: architecture, Downtown Cleveland, office
23 May 2008
Breuer tower saga retold
The June issue of Cleveland Magazine includes an extensive look at the decisions surrounding Cuyahoga County's purchase and eventual sale of the Ameritrust complex in downtown Cleveland.
The June issue of Cleveland Magazine includes an extensive look at the decisions surrounding Cuyahoga County's purchase and eventual sale of the Ameritrust complex in downtown Cleveland.
Labels: Cuyahoga County, Downtown Cleveland, office
09 May 2008
E&Y confirms move to the Flats
Ernst & Young confirmed that it will move to a new office tower in the Flats east bank development. The 21 story building will be known as Ernst & Young Tower. A Plain Dealer editorial says that this "means that the mammoth task of revitalizing the Flats" east bank "is really going to happen." Developers also unveiled new conceptual images of the planned mixed-use project, and announced that they secured $4 million from HUD for an unidentified supermarket in the development. Half of the award is a grant, and the other half is a loan.
Ernst & Young confirmed that it will move to a new office tower in the Flats east bank development. The 21 story building will be known as Ernst & Young Tower. A Plain Dealer editorial says that this "means that the mammoth task of revitalizing the Flats" east bank "is really going to happen." Developers also unveiled new conceptual images of the planned mixed-use project, and announced that they secured $4 million from HUD for an unidentified supermarket in the development. Half of the award is a grant, and the other half is a loan.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, grants and appropriations, mixed-use, office, retail
Terminal Tower renovations continue
With the ongoing renovation of the Terminal Tower at its halfway point, the Plain Dealer reported on the work and highlighted a 1928 movie of its construction that was acquired by Cleveland State University in 2004 and added to the Cleveland Union Terminal Collection.
With the ongoing renovation of the Terminal Tower at its halfway point, the Plain Dealer reported on the work and highlighted a 1928 movie of its construction that was acquired by Cleveland State University in 2004 and added to the Cleveland Union Terminal Collection.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, historic preservation, office
07 May 2008
E&Y to move to the Flats
Accounting firm Ernst & Young plans to move its downtown Cleveland office from the Huntington Building to a new office tower in the Flats east bank development. The company's 1,200 employees could occupy over 150,000 square feet in the planned 20 to 21 story building. In February, law firm Tucker Ellis & West announced plans to move to the same tower.
Meanwhile, the Cleveland-Cuyahoga County Port Authority's Regional Economic Advancement Committee tabled a decision on altering the project's development agreement so that members would have time to study the requested changes. One of the proposed changes is lowering the prevailing-wage requirements.
Demolition of the remaining structures on the Flats east bank began today.
Accounting firm Ernst & Young plans to move its downtown Cleveland office from the Huntington Building to a new office tower in the Flats east bank development. The company's 1,200 employees could occupy over 150,000 square feet in the planned 20 to 21 story building. In February, law firm Tucker Ellis & West announced plans to move to the same tower.
Meanwhile, the Cleveland-Cuyahoga County Port Authority's Regional Economic Advancement Committee tabled a decision on altering the project's development agreement so that members would have time to study the requested changes. One of the proposed changes is lowering the prevailing-wage requirements.
Demolition of the remaining structures on the Flats east bank began today.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, mixed-use, office
30 April 2008
Boston Heights approves settlement
The Village of Boston Heights settled a lawsuit with the developers seeking to build on the former Boston Heights Country Club site. The settlement (PDF) allows the developers to construct retail and office space on 100 acres of the 160 acre property.
The Village of Boston Heights settled a lawsuit with the developers seeking to build on the former Boston Heights Country Club site. The settlement (PDF) allows the developers to construct retail and office space on 100 acres of the 160 acre property.
Labels: greenspace, office, retail, Summit County, urban sprawl, zoning
25 April 2008
Avon approves rezonings
Avon City Council recently approved two rezoning requests for land near the planned I-90 interchange at Nagel Road. An 18 acre site at Jaycox and Chester Roads was rezoned to permit commercial development, and a 32 acre site at Nagel Road and I-90 was rezoned from residential to general business. City Council tabled two other rezoning requests for properties at Center and Detroit Roads that are involved in a legal battle.
Avon City Council recently approved two rezoning requests for land near the planned I-90 interchange at Nagel Road. An 18 acre site at Jaycox and Chester Roads was rezoned to permit commercial development, and a 32 acre site at Nagel Road and I-90 was rezoned from residential to general business. City Council tabled two other rezoning requests for properties at Center and Detroit Roads that are involved in a legal battle.
Labels: Lorain County, office, retail, urban sprawl, zoning
Reactions to proposed Broadview Heights rezonings
Owners of properties near the I-77 interchange at Route 82 had mixed reactions to Mayor Alai's proposal for rezoning the area. Broadview Heights voters will have the opportunity to vote on two rezoning issues in November.
Owners of properties near the I-77 interchange at Route 82 had mixed reactions to Mayor Alai's proposal for rezoning the area. Broadview Heights voters will have the opportunity to vote on two rezoning issues in November.
Labels: Broadview Heights, office, retail, zoning
23 April 2008
Green renovation of the Baker Electric Building
GreenCityBlueLake examined the green renovation of the historic Baker Electric Building on Euclid Avenue in Midtown.
GreenCityBlueLake examined the green renovation of the historic Baker Electric Building on Euclid Avenue in Midtown.
Labels: Cleveland east side, historic preservation, office, sustainability
17 April 2008
Cuyahoga County to accept Breuer Tower bid
The Cuyahoga County Commissioners were expected to approve the K&D Group's bid to purchase the Ameritrust complex at their meeting this morning.
Update: the Commissioners accepted the bid.
The Cuyahoga County Commissioners were expected to approve the K&D Group's bid to purchase the Ameritrust complex at their meeting this morning.
Update: the Commissioners accepted the bid.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, mixed-use, office
16 April 2008
Loop land for Eaton
The Cleveland-Cuyahoga County Port Authority may have reached an agreement to sell 8.8 acres in the Flats to developer Scott Wolstein for $11.44 million. A spokesperson for Wolstein, however, cautioned that the negotiations remain complicated. Eaton Corporation is interested in developing the site in the planned Flats east bank development for its headquarters.
Update: the Plain Dealer finds the news encouraging.
The Cleveland-Cuyahoga County Port Authority may have reached an agreement to sell 8.8 acres in the Flats to developer Scott Wolstein for $11.44 million. A spokesperson for Wolstein, however, cautioned that the negotiations remain complicated. Eaton Corporation is interested in developing the site in the planned Flats east bank development for its headquarters.
Update: the Plain Dealer finds the news encouraging.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, mixed-use, office
04 April 2008
County sells Ameritrust complex again
For the second time, the K&D Group was the sole bidder for the Ameritrust complex in downtown Cleveland. The bid was for the $35 million minimum set by Cuyahoga County. The developer's plans are similar to its earlier proposal, with a mix of hotel, residential, and office uses in renovated and new space. The company hired the firm of Westlake Reed Leskosky to design the proposed new office tower at Prospect Avenue and East 9th Street. Channel 3 has images of the proposal.
For the second time, the K&D Group was the sole bidder for the Ameritrust complex in downtown Cleveland. The bid was for the $35 million minimum set by Cuyahoga County. The developer's plans are similar to its earlier proposal, with a mix of hotel, residential, and office uses in renovated and new space. The company hired the firm of Westlake Reed Leskosky to design the proposed new office tower at Prospect Avenue and East 9th Street. Channel 3 has images of the proposal.
Labels: architecture, Downtown Cleveland, historic preservation, mixed-use, office
31 March 2008
County to spend more on Breuer Tower
In order to make the Cleveland Trust Tower more attractive to prospective developers, Cuyahoga County will invest up to $4 million in additional asbestos abatement.
In order to make the Cleveland Trust Tower more attractive to prospective developers, Cuyahoga County will invest up to $4 million in additional asbestos abatement.
Labels: architecture, Downtown Cleveland, historic preservation, office
25 March 2008
Commissioner Jones at the City Club
In a talk at the City Club on Friday, Cuyahoga County Commissioner Peter Lawson Jones spoke about the reopening of bids for the purchase of the County-owned Ameritrust complex and about the recent Medical Mart agreement. He revealed that the Commissioners are considering a third potential location for the Medical Mart and convention center, a lakefront site west of Cleveland Browns Stadium. Download the speech (MP3, 55.3 MB).
In a talk at the City Club on Friday, Cuyahoga County Commissioner Peter Lawson Jones spoke about the reopening of bids for the purchase of the County-owned Ameritrust complex and about the recent Medical Mart agreement. He revealed that the Commissioners are considering a third potential location for the Medical Mart and convention center, a lakefront site west of Cleveland Browns Stadium. Download the speech (MP3, 55.3 MB).
Labels: Cuyahoga County, Downtown Cleveland, economic development, institutional, office
28 February 2008
Commissioners nix Ameritrust deal
The Cuyahoga County Commissioners officially rejected the K&D Group's bid to purchase the Ameritrust complex today. A Plain Dealer editorial said they had no choice but to reject the offer. The K&D Group may submit a second attempt when bidding is reopened.
The Cuyahoga County Commissioners officially rejected the K&D Group's bid to purchase the Ameritrust complex today. A Plain Dealer editorial said they had no choice but to reject the offer. The K&D Group may submit a second attempt when bidding is reopened.
Labels: Cuyahoga County, Downtown Cleveland, office
Issue 16 in Broadview Heights
Voters in Broadview Heights will decide a rezoning issue on Tuesday. The owners of three properties on Cherry Hill Lane want a portion of their properties rezoned from office to single-family residential.
Voters in Broadview Heights will decide a rezoning issue on Tuesday. The owners of three properties on Cherry Hill Lane want a portion of their properties rezoned from office to single-family residential.
Labels: Broadview Heights, office, residential, zoning
25 February 2008
County rejects Ameritrust property deal
The Cuyahoga County Commissioners are expected to reject the K&D Group's bid to purchase the Ameritrust Complex, because the company proposed financing the deal through a $15 million loan from the County. The Commissioners will reopen bidding for the property.
Update: WCPN has more details.
The Cuyahoga County Commissioners are expected to reject the K&D Group's bid to purchase the Ameritrust Complex, because the company proposed financing the deal through a $15 million loan from the County. The Commissioners will reopen bidding for the property.
Update: WCPN has more details.
Labels: Cuyahoga County, Downtown Cleveland, office
15 February 2008
Developer seeks loan from county
The K&D Group proposed privately financing $20 million of the $35 million it bid to purchase the Ameritrust complex from Cuyahoga County, and asked the county for a mortgage on the remaining $15 million. County Commissioners are considering the request.
The K&D Group proposed privately financing $20 million of the $35 million it bid to purchase the Ameritrust complex from Cuyahoga County, and asked the county for a mortgage on the remaining $15 million. County Commissioners are considering the request.
Labels: Cuyahoga County, Downtown Cleveland, office
12 February 2008
Law firm will move to Flats east bank
Law firm Tucker Ellis & West yesterday became the first office tenants to announce a move to the planned Flats east bank development. The firm reached an agreement to lease 100,000 square feet of a 525,000 square foot tower to be built on a parking lot at West 10th Street and Main Avenue.
Law firm Tucker Ellis & West yesterday became the first office tenants to announce a move to the planned Flats east bank development. The firm reached an agreement to lease 100,000 square feet of a 525,000 square foot tower to be built on a parking lot at West 10th Street and Main Avenue.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, mixed-use, office
08 February 2008
Eaton to begin negotiations for new HQ site
Yesterday, the Plain Dealer confirmed that Eaton Corporation is interested in building a new corporate campus on 8.5 acres in the Flats along the Waterfront Line loop. The property is owned by the Port Authority, and Scott Wolstein owns an option to purchase the land for his planned Flats east bank development.
Update: a Plain Dealer editorial says that Eaton's move to the Flats would be good for Cleveland.
Yesterday, the Plain Dealer confirmed that Eaton Corporation is interested in building a new corporate campus on 8.5 acres in the Flats along the Waterfront Line loop. The property is owned by the Port Authority, and Scott Wolstein owns an option to purchase the land for his planned Flats east bank development.
Update: a Plain Dealer editorial says that Eaton's move to the Flats would be good for Cleveland.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, mixed-use, office
30 January 2008
Loans for 668 Euclid redevelopment
Cleveland officials proposed offering $5.1 million in loans to the K&D Group for the redevelopment of the 668 Euclid complex, in addition to other incentives. Cleveland City Council may vote on the proposal as early as Monday.
Update: City Council unanimously approved the loan.
Cleveland officials proposed offering $5.1 million in loans to the K&D Group for the redevelopment of the 668 Euclid complex, in addition to other incentives. Cleveland City Council may vote on the proposal as early as Monday.
Update: City Council unanimously approved the loan.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, finance, office, residential, retail
29 January 2008
K&D wants to hire Cleveland architect
Doug Price of The K&D Group said that the rendering of a proposed office tower at the Ameritrust complex in downtown Cleveland was "a quick concept to get something in the paper". He added that the building will not resemble the rendering, and that he would like a local architect to design the structure.
Update: the news was a surprise to architect Robert Corna.
Doug Price of The K&D Group said that the rendering of a proposed office tower at the Ameritrust complex in downtown Cleveland was "a quick concept to get something in the paper". He added that the building will not resemble the rendering, and that he would like a local architect to design the structure.
Update: the news was a surprise to architect Robert Corna.
Labels: architecture, Downtown Cleveland, office
24 January 2008
Stark furious over Flats offices
Ernst & Young and Eaton are both thinking about building new offices in Scott Wolstein's Flats east bank development. This angered Bob Stark, who is planning a large Warehouse District development. Stark asserts that a shift of office tenants to the Flats project would damage downtown.
Update: Stark is reassessing his Warehouse District plans.
Ernst & Young and Eaton are both thinking about building new offices in Scott Wolstein's Flats east bank development. This angered Bob Stark, who is planning a large Warehouse District development. Stark asserts that a shift of office tenants to the Flats project would damage downtown.
Update: Stark is reassessing his Warehouse District plans.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, mixed-use, office
17 January 2008
Avon interchange spurs development
The planned construction of an I-90 interchange at Nagel Road in Avon prompted rezoning requests from developers wanting to build on surrounding properties. The Avon Planning Commission heard requests to rezone 120 nearby acres for retail space and medical offices.
The planned construction of an I-90 interchange at Nagel Road in Avon prompted rezoning requests from developers wanting to build on surrounding properties. The Avon Planning Commission heard requests to rezone 120 nearby acres for retail space and medical offices.
Labels: Lorain County, office, retail, urban sprawl, zoning
15 January 2008
County sells Breuer Tower
Cuyahoga County officials unsealed bids today for the Ameritrust complex at Euclid Avenue and East 9th Street. Although they were expecting several bids (PDF), the only package was a $35 million bid from the K&D Group of Willoughby. The company's plans call for converting the Cleveland Trust Tower to a 170 room hotel and 200 residential units. They also want to construct a new 200,000 square foot office tower at Prospect Avenue and East 9th Street and build additional parking and residential space.
Update: the Plain Dealer also reported on the bid and reactions to the news.
Cuyahoga County officials unsealed bids today for the Ameritrust complex at Euclid Avenue and East 9th Street. Although they were expecting several bids (PDF), the only package was a $35 million bid from the K&D Group of Willoughby. The company's plans call for converting the Cleveland Trust Tower to a 170 room hotel and 200 residential units. They also want to construct a new 200,000 square foot office tower at Prospect Avenue and East 9th Street and build additional parking and residential space.
Update: the Plain Dealer also reported on the bid and reactions to the news.
Labels: architecture, Downtown Cleveland, historic preservation, office, residential
26 December 2007
668 Euclid conversion has a demolition component
The K&D Group's plans for renovating the former Atrium Office Plaza on lower Euclid Avenue include the demolition of the adjacent former Continental Savings headquarters building.
The K&D Group's plans for renovating the former Atrium Office Plaza on lower Euclid Avenue include the demolition of the adjacent former Continental Savings headquarters building.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, office, residential, retail
21 December 2007
More medical office construction in Middleburg Heights
A 25,600 square foot medical office building is planned for a 12.4 acre site on Engle Road in Middleburg Heights. Construction is scheduled to begin in February.
A 25,600 square foot medical office building is planned for a 12.4 acre site on Engle Road in Middleburg Heights. Construction is scheduled to begin in February.
Labels: Middleburg Heights, office
14 December 2007
Breuer Tower work
Cuyahoga County officials expect to receive as many as five bids on the Cleveland Trust Tower by their January 16 deadline. The County has spent $5.9 million on asbestos removal and architectural design for the tower.
Cuyahoga County officials expect to receive as many as five bids on the Cleveland Trust Tower by their January 16 deadline. The County has spent $5.9 million on asbestos removal and architectural design for the tower.
Labels: architecture, Downtown Cleveland, historic preservation, office
04 December 2007
Plans for Brooklyn Heights development revised
In response to feedback from Village Council and residents, developers revised the plans for the proposed retail and office project at Granger Road and Tuxedo Avenue in Brooklyn Heights.
In response to feedback from Village Council and residents, developers revised the plans for the proposed retail and office project at Granger Road and Tuxedo Avenue in Brooklyn Heights.
Labels: Brooklyn Heights, office, retail
Possible Fairview Park rezoning issue
A rezoning issue for a 3.5 acre undeveloped property on Mastick Road may appear on the March ballot in Fairview Park. If City Council approves the measure, residents will have the opportunity to vote on the proposed residential to office rezoning.
A rezoning issue for a 3.5 acre undeveloped property on Mastick Road may appear on the March ballot in Fairview Park. If City Council approves the measure, residents will have the opportunity to vote on the proposed residential to office rezoning.
Labels: Fairview Park, office, residential, zoning
30 November 2007
Broadview Heights development being planned
Developers of the Ahek and LaPine properties at I-77 and Route 82 hope to have a development proposal ready early next year. The 40 acre site was recently rezoned by Broadview Heights voters.
Developers of the Ahek and LaPine properties at I-77 and Route 82 hope to have a development proposal ready early next year. The 40 acre site was recently rezoned by Broadview Heights voters.
Labels: Broadview Heights, office, retail
13 November 2007
Camp supporters opposed to hotel
Supporters of Camp Cheerful in Strongsville are opposed to a proposed rezoning to permit construction of a hotel on an adjacent site. They say that it would destroy the natural buffer around the camp.
Supporters of Camp Cheerful in Strongsville are opposed to a proposed rezoning to permit construction of a hotel on an adjacent site. They say that it would destroy the natural buffer around the camp.
Labels: greenspace, office, retail, Strongsville, zoning
07 November 2007
Ameritrust complex is for sale
Cuyahoga County is preparing to accept bids on the Ameritrust complex at Euclid Avenue and East 9th Street. The County Commissioners will sell the property if they are able to recoup their $35 million investment. Last week, architect Jane Weinzapfel spoke in favor of preserving the Breuer Tower, and yesterday, Steven Litt mentioned that "the tower has been damaged irreparably" by workers performing asbestos abatement.
Cuyahoga County is preparing to accept bids on the Ameritrust complex at Euclid Avenue and East 9th Street. The County Commissioners will sell the property if they are able to recoup their $35 million investment. Last week, architect Jane Weinzapfel spoke in favor of preserving the Breuer Tower, and yesterday, Steven Litt mentioned that "the tower has been damaged irreparably" by workers performing asbestos abatement.
Labels: architecture, Downtown Cleveland, historic preservation, office
23 October 2007
Plans for a new Cuyahoga County administration building may change
Financial concerns and competing priorities have led the Cuyahoga County Commissioners to reconsider their plans for a new county administration building at East 9th Street and Euclid Avenue. If they can break even, they may sell the former Ameritrust complex to a private developer. The National Trust for Historic Preservation recently asked the Commissioners to investigate the sale of the Cleveland Trust Tower to "a preservation-sensitive developer".
Financial concerns and competing priorities have led the Cuyahoga County Commissioners to reconsider their plans for a new county administration building at East 9th Street and Euclid Avenue. If they can break even, they may sell the former Ameritrust complex to a private developer. The National Trust for Historic Preservation recently asked the Commissioners to investigate the sale of the Cleveland Trust Tower to "a preservation-sensitive developer".
Labels: Cuyahoga County, Downtown Cleveland, historic preservation, office
15 October 2007
668 Euclid may be rehabilitated
The K&D Group of Willoughby is reportedly interested in purchasing the vacant Atrium Office Plaza on Euclid Avenue in downtown Cleveland.
The K&D Group of Willoughby is reportedly interested in purchasing the vacant Atrium Office Plaza on Euclid Avenue in downtown Cleveland.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, office, residential
Feds say no to Flats office building
The federal General Services Administration announced that it was not interested in using a proposed office building in the planned Flats east bank development, saying that it would be cheaper to retrofit the Anthony J. Celebrezze Federal Building on East 9th Street.
The federal General Services Administration announced that it was not interested in using a proposed office building in the planned Flats east bank development, saying that it would be cheaper to retrofit the Anthony J. Celebrezze Federal Building on East 9th Street.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, mixed-use, office
03 October 2007
Building to accompany Cleveland VA expansion
Developers hope to break ground in November on a building to support the expansion of the Louis Stokes Veterans Affairs Medical Center at University Circle. It will include 150,000 square feet of office space, a 122 bed residence for homeless veterans, and a 2,080 space parking garage.
Developers hope to break ground in November on a building to support the expansion of the Louis Stokes Veterans Affairs Medical Center at University Circle. It will include 150,000 square feet of office space, a 122 bed residence for homeless veterans, and a 2,080 space parking garage.
Labels: Cleveland east side, institutional, office
20 September 2007
Medical Mart at the Breuer Tower?
Channel 3 reports that one of the sites being considered for the Cleveland Medical Mart is the Cleveland Trust Tower in downtown Cleveland. It could replace the plans to demolish the tower for a new Cuyahoga County administration building.
Channel 3 reports that one of the sites being considered for the Cleveland Medical Mart is the Cleveland Trust Tower in downtown Cleveland. It could replace the plans to demolish the tower for a new Cuyahoga County administration building.
Labels: Cuyahoga County, Downtown Cleveland, economic development, office
07 September 2007
New HQ for the CSC Group
Construction of the first building on the Foltz Extension in the Strongsville Business & Technology Park has started. The CSC Group is building a new 48,500 square foot headquarters, which they plan to complete in about a year.
Construction of the first building on the Foltz Extension in the Strongsville Business & Technology Park has started. The CSC Group is building a new 48,500 square foot headquarters, which they plan to complete in about a year.
Labels: office, Strongsville
31 August 2007
Downtown Cleveland development possibilities
With downtown Cleveland's Class-A office vacancy rate (PDF) down to 11%, at least five large companies may be interested in building new downtown office buildings. One of the developers competing for tenants is Bob Stark, who is expanding the footprint of his planned Warehouse District development and expects to submit a preliminary development plan in the first quarter of 2008. He anticipates it will include 1.2 to 1.5 million square feet of office space, 1 million square feet of retail, 1 million square feet of residential space, and 1 to 2 million square feet in parking structures.
With downtown Cleveland's Class-A office vacancy rate (PDF) down to 11%, at least five large companies may be interested in building new downtown office buildings. One of the developers competing for tenants is Bob Stark, who is expanding the footprint of his planned Warehouse District development and expects to submit a preliminary development plan in the first quarter of 2008. He anticipates it will include 1.2 to 1.5 million square feet of office space, 1 million square feet of retail, 1 million square feet of residential space, and 1 to 2 million square feet in parking structures.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, mixed-use, office
07 August 2007
Breuer Tower asbestos abatement
By a vote of 2-1, the Cuyahoga County Commissioners awarded the contract for asbestos removal and interior demolition of the Cleveland Trust Tower to Precision Environmental Co. of Independence.
By a vote of 2-1, the Cuyahoga County Commissioners awarded the contract for asbestos removal and interior demolition of the Cleveland Trust Tower to Precision Environmental Co. of Independence.
Labels: Cuyahoga County, Downtown Cleveland, office
26 July 2007
No site plan yet for proposed Twinsburg development
Officials in Twinsburg and Twinsburg Township are awaiting details of the proposed retail and medical research center development on 90 acres off of I-480.
Officials in Twinsburg and Twinsburg Township are awaiting details of the proposed retail and medical research center development on 90 acres off of I-480.
Labels: office, retail, Summit County, urban sprawl
18 July 2007
Cleveland Trust Tower exhibit
An exhibit showcasing the entries in the "What Would you do with the Breuer Building?" design competition will open tomorrow as part of the Ingenuity festival. Steven Litt reviews the exhibit, and GreenCityBlueLake provides an overview and a gallery of the entries.
An exhibit showcasing the entries in the "What Would you do with the Breuer Building?" design competition will open tomorrow as part of the Ingenuity festival. Steven Litt reviews the exhibit, and GreenCityBlueLake provides an overview and a gallery of the entries.
Labels: architecture, Downtown Cleveland, events, office
13 July 2007
Retail on Pine Crest Drive?
Two realtors are marketing 53 acres along Pine Crest Drive and Harvard Road in Orage to commercial and retail developers. The land is currently occupied by 27 homes, and most homeowners have signed a three year listing agreement. Voters would have to approve a rezoning issue for construction to occur.
Two realtors are marketing 53 acres along Pine Crest Drive and Harvard Road in Orage to commercial and retail developers. The land is currently occupied by 27 homes, and most homeowners have signed a three year listing agreement. Voters would have to approve a rezoning issue for construction to occur.
Labels: office, Orange, residential, retail, zoning
03 July 2007
Thoughts on the Medical Mart and the Breuer Tower
Roldo Bartimole feels that the people who would profit from the construction of a medical mart and a new convention center should pay for it, and also laments the Cleveland City Planning Commission's decision on the Cleveland Trust Tower. The Plain Dealer and Channel 3 present additional details about the vote to demolish the downtown skyscraper.
Roldo Bartimole feels that the people who would profit from the construction of a medical mart and a new convention center should pay for it, and also laments the Cleveland City Planning Commission's decision on the Cleveland Trust Tower. The Plain Dealer and Channel 3 present additional details about the vote to demolish the downtown skyscraper.
Labels: architecture, Cuyahoga County, Downtown Cleveland, economic development, historic preservation, office
29 June 2007
Breuer Tower again before the Planning Commission
This morning, the Cleveland City Planning Commission is again discussing Cuyahoga County's request to demolish the Cleveland Trust Tower. A Plain Dealer editorial once again urges the Planning Commission to approve the demolition, and Nathan C. Hoyt of Davis Brody Bond explains the architecture firm's proposal for reusing the tower.
(Update: the Planning Commission approved the demolition by a vote of 5-2, and Frank Jackson said they made the right decision. The Planning Commission did not authorize the demolition of the adjacent 1010 Euclid building.)
This morning, the Cleveland City Planning Commission is again discussing Cuyahoga County's request to demolish the Cleveland Trust Tower. A Plain Dealer editorial once again urges the Planning Commission to approve the demolition, and Nathan C. Hoyt of Davis Brody Bond explains the architecture firm's proposal for reusing the tower.
(Update: the Planning Commission approved the demolition by a vote of 5-2, and Frank Jackson said they made the right decision. The Planning Commission did not authorize the demolition of the adjacent 1010 Euclid building.)
Labels: architecture, Downtown Cleveland, historic preservation, office
21 June 2007
Cuyahoga County commercial redevelopment loan fund
The Cuyahoga County Commissioners are creating a $13 million commercial redevelopment loan fund to promote the redevelopment of vacant commercial buildings. The program will be targeted at development in the City of Cleveland and its inner-ring suburbs.
(Update: a Department of Development press release presents more information.)
The Cuyahoga County Commissioners are creating a $13 million commercial redevelopment loan fund to promote the redevelopment of vacant commercial buildings. The program will be targeted at development in the City of Cleveland and its inner-ring suburbs.
(Update: a Department of Development press release presents more information.)
Labels: Cuyahoga County, economic development, industrial, office
19 June 2007
Cleveland blocks Breuer Tower demolition
By a vote of 4-2, the Cleveland City Planning Commission refused to approve a demolition permit for the Cleveland Trust Tower. Today's New York Times includes an overview of the controversy surrounding the downtown skyscraper.
By a vote of 4-2, the Cleveland City Planning Commission refused to approve a demolition permit for the Cleveland Trust Tower. Today's New York Times includes an overview of the controversy surrounding the downtown skyscraper.
Labels: architecture, Downtown Cleveland, historic preservation, office
15 June 2007
Broadview Heights retail rezoning issue
By a vote of 7-1, Broadview Heights City Council reversed its earlier decision and placed a rezoning issue for the Ahek property on the November ballot. If approved by voters, 60% of the 57.5 acre site at the northwest corner of I-77 and Route 82 would be rezoned from office laboratory to retail.
By a vote of 7-1, Broadview Heights City Council reversed its earlier decision and placed a rezoning issue for the Ahek property on the November ballot. If approved by voters, 60% of the 57.5 acre site at the northwest corner of I-77 and Route 82 would be rezoned from office laboratory to retail.
Labels: Broadview Heights, office, retail, zoning
13 June 2007
Breuer Tower and Mittal emissions
The Chatter column in this week's Free Times covers increased emissions from the Mittal Steel mill in Cleveland and the discussion about the proposed demolition of the Cleveland Trust Tower before the Cleveland City Planning Commission.The Planning Commission will take up the question again on Friday, and Plain Dealer architecture critic Steven Litt feels it's likely that the City will approve the demolition.
The Chatter column in this week's Free Times covers increased emissions from the Mittal Steel mill in Cleveland and the discussion about the proposed demolition of the Cleveland Trust Tower before the Cleveland City Planning Commission.The Planning Commission will take up the question again on Friday, and Plain Dealer architecture critic Steven Litt feels it's likely that the City will approve the demolition.
Labels: air, architecture, Cleveland, Downtown Cleveland, historic preservation, industrial, office
12 June 2007
New CCCMHB HQ
The Cuyahoga County Community Mental Health Board plans to build a $10-16 million headquarters building on Euclid Avenue in Midtown. The agency intends to move from their rented space on West 25th Street to the new 45,000 square foot building by fall 2008.
The Cuyahoga County Community Mental Health Board plans to build a $10-16 million headquarters building on Euclid Avenue in Midtown. The agency intends to move from their rented space on West 25th Street to the new 45,000 square foot building by fall 2008.
Labels: Cleveland east side, Cuyahoga County, office
11 June 2007
The Planning Commission and the Breuer Tower, part 2
The Cleveland City Planning Commission decided on Friday that they need more details before they decide on Cuyahoga County's request to demolish the Cleveland Trust Tower.
The Cleveland City Planning Commission decided on Friday that they need more details before they decide on Cuyahoga County's request to demolish the Cleveland Trust Tower.
Labels: architecture, Downtown Cleveland, historic preservation, office
30 May 2007
University Circle bank property sold
National City Bank sold its branch near Euclid Avenue and Stokes Boulevard to University Circle Incorporated for $418,000. The bank will build a new branch south of its current location on land it will lease from UCI, which wants to redevelop the site of the existing building as part of a mixed-use multi-story gateway.
National City Bank sold its branch near Euclid Avenue and Stokes Boulevard to University Circle Incorporated for $418,000. The bank will build a new branch south of its current location on land it will lease from UCI, which wants to redevelop the site of the existing building as part of a mixed-use multi-story gateway.
Labels: Cleveland east side, mixed-use, office
18 May 2007
Summary of economic development efforts
The Parma Sun Post profiles the efforts of southwest Cuyahoga County communities to increase their tax bases by promoting retail, office, and industrial development.
The Parma Sun Post profiles the efforts of southwest Cuyahoga County communities to increase their tax bases by promoting retail, office, and industrial development.
Labels: Cuyahoga County, economic development, industrial, office, retail
06 April 2007
Cleveland Clinic office purchase sparks discussion
The Cleveland Clinic's purchase of office space on Science Park Drive in Beachwood may lead to another dispute with the Beachwood City Schools over whether the properties are exempt from property taxes.
The Cleveland Clinic's purchase of office space on Science Park Drive in Beachwood may lead to another dispute with the Beachwood City Schools over whether the properties are exempt from property taxes.
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