Funding will be utilized to revitalize and uplift blighted sites, creating opportunities for positive economic impact, jobs for residents

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Jennifer Ciaccia, Cuyahoga County
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CUYAHOGA COUNTY, OH – Cuyahoga County will receive an award of $45 million from the State of Ohio for brownfield remediation and redevelopment opportunities thanks to an application submitted by the Cuyahoga County Land Reutilization Corporation (County Land Bank). The funds will be used to clean up and revitalize properties in seven projects across Cuyahoga County, making way for new development including public recreation, office and retail spaces, parks and residential living.

“Brownfield remediation is essential for transforming contaminated land into useful and vibrant spaces,” said Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne. “These upcoming initiatives will play a vital role in fostering economic development across our region, while enhancing community well-being and contributing to Cuyahoga County’s sustainability goals.”

Prime land areas sit unused and idle across Cuyahoga County due to the need for contaminant and waste removal, presenting numerous opportunities to enhance the growth and health of the region. Once these parcels are cleaned and restored, they will present extraordinary potential.

“Our mission is centered on returning blighted land to productive use,” said Ricardo León, Cuyahoga Land Bank Interim President. “This generous funding helps us further our mission while benefitting residents across the County. We’re incredibly thankful for the resources the State of Ohio has provided us, and we’re excited to get to work.”

The projects include:

Cleveland Riverfront Development: Three parcels along the riverfront will be remediated and redeveloped into mixed-use district featuring public recreation, office, retail, and parking facilities, creating 100 new jobs and long-term economic and recreational benefits to the Cleveland community.

Former National Acme Site: The site on Cleveland’s east side will be prepared for future industrial use, creating a site for manufacturing or job-dense activities. The project anticipates the creation of 150 new jobs.

Former Sears Southland Shopping Center: The site in Middleburgh Heights will be remediated and transformed into a mixed-use development with 375 multifamily rental units, retail space, and public park areas. The project is expected to create 400 new jobs and retain 270 existing positions.

Juvenile Justice Center: The project focuses on the demolition of the former Juvenile Justice Center in Cleveland, which first opened in 1931. The site’s remediation and redevelopment will enable the realignment of the I-90 innerbelt and improvements to the East 22nd bridge, enhancing connectivity for Cleveland neighborhoods and city services.

Memphis and Pearl: The project aims to preserve the architectural heritage while introducing apartments, retail spaces, a craft brewery, and community facilities. The project is expected to generate 237 new jobs and contribute to the revitalization of the Memphis and Pearl area.

Sherwin Williams Research & Development Campus Revitalization: The remediation and redevelopment plan envision transforming the site into a modern industrial business park with five new buildings, projected to employ more than 350 people.

Shoreway Tower: The redevelopment and remediation plan includes constructing a mixed-use complex with market-rate apartments, retail spaces, and a public art gallery. The project aims to transform the Battery Park neighborhood, enhance the Cleveland lakefront, and support community events and local businesses. Six jobs are anticipated to be created as a result of the project.

Learn more about the Cuyahoga County Land Reutilization Corporation (County Land Bank).

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