Broadview Heights public meetings in 2021

Planning Commission

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will hold a caucus and regular meeting on December 22, 2021. They will consider two cases: a preliminary approval for Morel Landscaping's corporate headquarters at 10474 Broadview Rd, which requires variances for side and rear setbacks, and a final approval for a lot split at 9067 Broadview Rd. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Case 2021-PC #18: Modified use approval for Morel Landscaping HQ at 10474 Broadview Rd, requiring variances for 25-foot side and rear setbacks (preliminary)
• Building Commissioner recommends 50-foot setback for parking along north/northwest and no deliveries before 8am or after 7pm
• City Engineer notes need for variances for parking area, drive, and side setback; applicant proposes 8-foot pine tree buffer
• Case 2021-PC #19: Lot split at 9067 Broadview Rd, both parcels to remain conforming (final approval)
• Approval of minutes from September 8, September 22, and October 27, 2021

The Planning Commission approved a lot split at 9067 Broadview Rd. (2021-PC #19) for a single-family home. The commission postponed a modified use request for Morel Landscaping's corporate headquarters at 10474 Broadview Rd. (2021-PC #18) after members raised concerns about requested setback variances and noise.

• Approved lot split at 9067 Broadview Rd. (2021-PC #19)
• Postponed modified use approval for Morel Landscaping at 10474 Broadview Rd. (2021-PC #18) at applicant's request
• Approved minutes from September 8, September 22, and October 27, 2021 meetings

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two cases. Case 2021-PC #18 is a preliminary request by Morel Landscaping for modified use approval to operate a corporate headquarters at 10474 Broadview Rd, requiring variances for side and rear setbacks. Case 2021-PC #19 is a final request for a lot split at 9067 Broadview Rd, with both resulting parcels remaining conforming lots.

• Case 2021-PC #18: Modified use approval for Morel Landscaping corporate HQ at 10474 Broadview Rd
• Variances requested for 25-foot side and rear setbacks (C-1 district requires 50 feet with 25-foot landscaped buffer)
• Case 2021-PC #19: Lot split at 9067 Broadview Rd, both parcels to remain conforming per ordinance 1268.06
• Public hearing at City Hall, 9543 Broadview Rd, 2nd Floor, Council Chambers, 7:00 p.m. (caucus 6:30 p.m.)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is considering a request from KNL Custom Homes Inc to build a single-family house. The application seeks two variances regarding lot width and the orientation of the house's front elevation.

• Variance for 65’ frontage from the required 125’ lot width at 7257 Boulderwood Dr
• Variance from ordinance 1268.06(C) regarding the front elevation facing the dedicated street

Legal & Public Notice

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear Case #2021-BZA #14 regarding a request by KNL Custom Homes Inc. The applicant seeks variances for lot width and front elevation requirements to build a house at 7257 Boulderwood Dr.

• Variance for 65’ frontage instead of the required 125’ minimum
• Variance regarding front elevation requirement to front the dedicated street

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will not hold its scheduled November 24, 2021 meeting due to the Thanksgiving holiday. The next regular meeting is set for December 8, 2021 at 6:30 PM.

• No meeting held on November 24, 2021
• Next meeting scheduled for December 8, 2021 at 6:30 PM

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a request for Morel Landscaping to operate its corporate headquarters at 10474 Broadview Rd. The meeting also includes a final approval request for two signs at 1261 W Royalton Rd.

• Modified use approval and setback variances for Morel Landscaping at 10474 Broadview Rd
• Final approval for a 70 square foot wall sign and a masonry ground sign at 1261 W Royalton Rd
• Approval of September 8, 2021, meeting minutes

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two cases. One is a preliminary request by Morel Landscaping for modified use approval to run its corporate headquarters at 10474 Broadview Rd, which also requires side and rear setback variances. The other is a final approval request for two code-compliant signs at the Broadview Eye Center at 1261 W Royalton Rd.

• Case 2021-PC #18: Modified use approval for Morel Landscaping corporate HQ at 10474 Broadview Rd, with variances for 25-foot side/rear setbacks (C-1 business abutting residential normally requires 50 feet with 25 feet buffered)
• Case 2021-PC #19: Final approval for two signs at Broadview Eye Center, 1261 W Royalton Rd — a 70 sq ft wall sign and a masonry ground sign, both reversed illuminated channel letters

Legal & Public Notice

The Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for November 3, 2021, has been canceled with no agenda items to consider. The notice is procedural and indicates no public hearings or decisions will take place.

Planning Commission

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on two development cases. The first is a final approval request for a new 5,800 sq. ft. building with an attached patio for Antonio's Brew Wall Pizzeria and Tap at 1350 W Royalton Rd. The second is a preliminary approval request from Morel Landscaping to use 10474 Broadview Rd as their corporate headquarters, which requires variances for side and rear setbacks.

• Final approval for 5,800 sq. ft. building and 1,835 sq. ft. patio at 1350 W Royalton Rd (Case 2021-PC-#16)
• Preliminary approval for Morel Landscaping corporate headquarters at 10474 Broadview Rd (Case 2021-PC-#18)
• Variances requested for side and rear setbacks of 25 feet at 10474 Broadview Rd
• No objections from Building Commissioner or City Engineer for both cases
• Approval of August 25, 2021 minutes

The Planning Commission granted final approval for a new 5,800 sq. ft. building with a 1,835 sq. ft. attached patio at 1350 West Royalton Rd. for Antonio's Brew Wall Pizzeria and Tap. The vote was unanimous among the three members present. A second application (case 2021-PC #18) was postponed because the applicant was not present.

• Approved final site plan for Antonio's Brew Wall (unanimous)
• Postponed case 2021-PC #18 until applicant can appear
• Approved minutes from August 25, 2021

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will hold a public meeting on October 27, 2021, to hear two cases. They will consider final approval for a new 5,800 sq. ft. building with an attached patio for Antonio's Brew Wall Pizzeria and Tap, and preliminary approval for a modified use of a property as a corporate headquarters for Morel Landscaping, which also requires setback variances.

• Final approval for 5,800 sq. ft. building and 1,835 sq. ft. patio at 1350 W Royalton Rd (Case 2021-PC#16)
• Preliminary approval for Morel Landscaping corporate headquarters at 10474 Broadview Rd (Case 2021-PC#18)
• Variances requested for side and rear setbacks of 25 feet at 10474 Broadview Rd

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 13, 2021, has been canceled with no agenda items to be heard. The notice states the meeting is canceled and lists no cases for consideration.

• Meeting canceled
• No agenda items

Legal & Public Notice

The Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for October 6, 2021, is canceled with no agenda items. The public notice states the meeting will not take place as planned.

• Meeting canceled
• No agenda items

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved three projects: a modification to the Luxury Town Homes project at Towne Centre Drive to six duplexes (final approval), a new 5,800 sq. ft. building with attached patio for Antonio's Brew Wall Pizzeria and Tap at 1350 W Royalton Rd (preliminary approval), and a new 4,595 sq. ft. dental office at 7944 Broadview Rd (preliminary approval). All approvals were unanimous with three members present. The Commission also noted a new procedure requiring developments to go to Planning Commission before BZA.

• Approved final plan for six duplexes at Towne Centre Drive (3-0), contingent on cement board siding on end units and specific color schemes
• Approved preliminary plan for Antonio's Brew Wall Pizzeria and Tap at 1350 W Royalton Rd (3-0)
• Approved preliminary plan for dental office at 7944 Broadview Rd (3-0)
• Noted new procedure: developments to go to Planning Commission before BZA

Sundry Claims Board

The Sundry Claims Board will hold a hearing regarding a claim from resident Mary Carocci. The request involves reimbursement for a replacement mailbox at 8429 Windsor Way.

• Hearing for Mary Carocci regarding a mailbox replacement invoice for $200.77

The Sundry Claims Board approved a $100 claim from Mary Carocci for a mailbox damaged by a city plow. The board voted unanimously to pay the claim after discussion. The city will email a release form, and payment will follow about ten days after it is signed.

• Approved $100 claim for Mary Carocci (unanimous)

Legal & Public Notice

The Growth, Planning & Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on a request to construct a new 4,595 sq. ft. building at 7944 Broadview Rd. The applicant, LS Architects Inc/Leon Sampat, represents Dr. Olteanu, and the owner is 7944 Broadview LLC. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 20, 2021 at 6:45 p.m. at City Hall.

• Case GPZ-2020-#04: new 4,595 sq ft building at 7944 Broadview Rd
• Applicant: LS Architects Inc/Leon Sampat
• Owner: 7944 Broadview LLC
• Public hearing at City Hall, Council Chambers, 9543 Broadview Road

Planning Commission

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission is meeting to consider a request for final approval of a 30.5 sq. ft. internally illuminated wall sign for Relevant Boutique at 1100 W Royalton Rd. The applicant, Fastsigns, is representing the tenant. Both the Building Commissioner and City Engineer have reported no objections. The agenda includes no other business.

• Final approval for 30.5 sq. ft. internally illuminated wall sign at 1100 W Royalton Rd
• Applicant: Fastsigns of Broadview Hts., owner: BHXing LLC, tenant: Relevant Boutique
• No objections from Building Commissioner or City Engineer

The Planning Commission approved case 2021-PC #15, a new illuminated sign for Relevant Boutique at Broadview Crossing Plaza, with a motion by Chairman Kenneth Emling, seconded by Bill Ridgeway, and a unanimous vote. The sign will be wall-mounted, internally illuminated channel letters, similar to other signs in the plaza, and was confirmed by Building Official Joe Mandato to be compliant in size. No other business was conducted; the meeting adjourned at 7:18 p.m.

• Approved case 2021-PC #15: new illuminated sign for Relevant Boutique at Broadview Crossing Plaza
• Confirmed sign is compliant in size (Building Official Joe Mandato)
• No old business, new business, or minutes to approve
• Discussed (no vote) a proposed change to route new developments from GPZ to Planning Commission first, with preliminary approval authority
• Adjourned meeting at 7:18 p.m.

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 8, 2021, to consider two final approval cases: a modification to the Luxury Town Homes project at Towne Centre Drive, changing from three four-unit buildings to six duplexes (no change in total units or height variance), and a request for a 30.5 sq. ft. illuminated wall sign at 1100 W Royalton Rd. for Relevant Boutique.

• Case #2021-PC #14: Amend Luxury Town Homes at Towne Centre Dr to six duplexes (final approval)
• Case #2021-PC #15: 30.5 sq ft internally illuminated wall sign at 1100 W Royalton Rd (final approval)
• Public viewing of applications at Building Department until hearing date
• Contact Building Department at 440-526-6864 for questions

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission granted preliminary approval for a modified Luxury Town Homes project at Towne Centre Drive, changing the design from three 4-unit buildings to six duplexes while keeping the total at 12 units. The approval is conditional on the applicant addressing feedback on landscaping, lighting, and design enhancements, and providing documentation for a 15-foot rear setback restriction. The commission also discussed upcoming projects and potential changes to development review procedures.

• Granted preliminary approval for 2021-PC #14, six duplexes (12 units) at Towne Centre Drive (motion by Emling, second by Ridgeway)
• Approved minutes from July 14, 2021 meeting
• Discussed requiring developers to come to Planning Commission before BZA for major projects (no formal action)
• Noted upcoming projects: Brew Wall, Tractor Supply, and two office buildings (no formal action)

Legal & Public Notice

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 11, 2021, has been canceled. There are no agenda items listed for this session.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a fence setback variance of 7 feet from the secondary setback line for the property at 8778 Broadview Rd, owned by Matthew Prioletti. The vote was unanimous (3-0) with three members present. The applicant stated the variance was needed due to the corner lot's secondary setback, which he was unaware of, and noted neighbor support. No objections were raised by city departments or the public.

• Approved fence setback variance of 7' from secondary setback line (3-0)
• Postponed approval of July 7, 2021 meeting minutes to next meeting

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 28, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. has been canceled. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision, so no public hearings or actions will take place.

• Meeting canceled with no agenda items

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on July 14, 2021, to consider preliminary approval for a new 10,500-square-foot building at 1 Eagle Valley Court. The building would house Creative Movement Center and Main Street Play & Café. The applicant states the project fits existing zoning and requires no variances.

• Public hearing for Case #2021-PC #13: new 10,500 sq ft building at 1 Eagle Valley Court
• Applicants: Tom Ferry and Mark Krusinski; Owner: Krusinski & Associates LLC-One Eagle Valley, LLC
• Proposed tenants: Creative Movement Center and Main Street Play & Café
• Request is for preliminary approval; no variances needed per applicant
• Meeting at City Hall, 9543 Broadview Road, 2nd Floor, with caucus at 6:30 p.m. and meeting at 7:00 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering preliminary approval for a new building to house Creative Movement Center and Main Street Play & Café. The project involves constructing a 10,500 square foot structure on vacant land.

• Case 2021-PC #013: New construction at 1 Eagle Valley Court
• Requirement for storm water management and water quality per OhioEPA permit
• Fire Department review of building access and hydrant/FDC connections

The Planning Commission gave preliminary approval to case 2021-PC #13, a request by Tom Ferry and Mark Krusinski to construct a 10,500 sq. ft. building at 1 Eagle Valley Court for Creative Movement Center and Main Street Play & Café. The project fits zoning with no variances needed, and the Building Department had no objections. The applicant must still provide storm water management, water quality measures, and fire department access details before final approval.

• Approved preliminary site plan for 10,500 sq. ft. building at 1 Eagle Valley Court (case 2021-PC #13)
• Approved minutes from May 26, 2021 meeting
• Adjourned meeting at 7:20 p.m.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to consider two variance requests: one for a rear yard setback reduction to build a pavilion, and another for a driveway extension beyond the allowed width. Both have no objections from city staff. The board will vote on each case.

• Case #2021-BZA #11: 15-foot rear yard setback variance for a 14' x 14' pavilion at 8580 Scenicview Dr.
• Case #2021-BZA #12: Variance for a 10' x 20' driveway extension at 8915 Cranberry Ridge
• Both cases have no objections from the Chief Building Official and City Engineer
• Board will vote to approve, deny, postpone, or table each case

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for Jeremy Rivera to build a 14' x 14' pavilion at 8580 Scenicview Dr., waiving the 25-foot setback from the main dwelling (code 1268.02(C)(3)). The board also approved a variance for Maria and Apostolos Rouakis to extend their driveway at 8915 Cranberry Ridge, allowing a 10' x 20' extension beyond the garage width. Both approvals were unanimous with no objections from the Building or Engineering Departments.

• Approved variance #2 for 8580 Scenicview Dr. to allow a pavilion within 25 feet of the main dwelling (1268.02(C)(3)).
• Approved variance for 8915 Cranberry Ridge to extend driveway 10' x 20' beyond garage width.
• Approved the June 2, 2021 meeting minutes as presented.
• Welcomed new alternate member Iain Crouch to the board.

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on July 7, 2021, to consider two variance requests. One request seeks a rear yard setback variance for a pavilion, and the other seeks approval for a driveway extension that exceeds the allowed width. The meeting is open to the public.

• Case #2021-BZA #11: 8580 Scenicview Dr. – 14' x 14' pavilion, 15' rear yard setback variance (required 40')
• Case #2021-BZA #12: 8915 Cranberry Ridge – 10' x 20' driveway extension beyond garage width

Legal & Public Notice

The Growth, Planning & Zoning Commission is holding a public hearing on June 28, 2021, for a single case: a request to build a 10,500-square-foot building on vacant land at 1 Eagle Valley Court. The applicants say the project fits current zoning and needs no variances. The commission will decide whether to place the matter on the Planning Commission agenda.

• Case #2021-GPZ #02: new 10,500 sq ft building at 1 Eagle Valley Court
• Applicants: Tom Ferry and Mark Krusinski; owner: Krusinski & Associates LLC-One Eagle Valley, LLC
• Proposed tenants: Creative Movement Center and Main Street Play & Café
• No variances requested; project stated to fit existing zoning
• Public hearing at City Hall, 9543 Broadview Road, 2nd Floor, 7:00 p.m.

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 23, 2021, has been canceled with no agenda items to be heard. The notice provides contact and public viewing information but lists no business for the session.

• Meeting canceled
• No agenda items
• Public materials available at Building Department
• Contact: 440-526-6864

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Broadview Heights Board of Zoning Appeals approved all four cases on its June 2, 2021 agenda. Each case involved a request for a variance from the city's zoning code, and all were approved with a 4-0 vote. The decisions allow construction of a new house, driveways, and accessory structures at four residential properties.

• Approved 15-foot variance into 60-foot rear yard setback for new house at 280 Village Dr.
• Approved driveway to accessory structure at 8240 Overlook Ave.
• Approved variances for 8'x10' shed at 5773 W. Mill Rd.
• Approved 12'x26' accessory structure with multiple variances at 5070 Harris Rd.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved all four variance requests on its agenda. The first approved a 15-foot variance into the 60-foot rear yard setback for a new house at 280 Village Dr., despite resident objections about flooding. The board also approved a driveway variance for an accessory structure at 8240 Overlook Ave., a shed placement variance at 5773 W. Mill Rd., and a four-part variance for an accessory structure at 5070 Harris Rd. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved 15' rear yard setback variance for new house at 280 Village Dr. (4-0)
• Approved driveway variance to accessory structure at 8240 Overlook Ave. (4-0)
• Approved shed placement variances at 5773 W. Mill Rd. (4-0)
• Approved four variances for accessory structure at 5070 Harris Rd. (4-0)
• Approved May 5, 2021 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will meet to review requests for new signage at two different locations. The commission is seeking final approval for ground and wall signs at 1123 W Royalton Rd and 5025 E Mill Rd.

• Request for a 10’ x 5’ ground sign and 8’ x 3’ wall sign at 1123 W Royalton Rd
• Request for an 8” x 5’ ground sign in an existing brick base at 5025 E Mill Rd
• Approval of April 14, 2021, meeting minutes

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission approved two sign applications: a ground and wall sign for Thunder Cloud at 1123 W Royalton Rd, and a monument sign for St. Michael's Russian Orthodox Church at 5025 E Mill Rd. Both were approved unanimously. The commission also discussed potential changes to the development review process and HOA requirements for stormwater basins, but took no formal action on those topics.

• Approved 10' x 5' ground sign and 8' x 3' wall sign for Thunder Cloud (unanimous)
• Approved 8' x 5' electronic message center sign for St. Michael's Russian Orthodox Church (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 14, 2021, with an edit to the meeting call-to-order note

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on May 26, 2021, to consider final approval for two signs. The first is a ground sign and wall sign at 1123 W Royalton Rd, and the second is a ground sign at 5025 E Mill Rd. Both applications are submitted by Brilliant Electric Sign Co. on behalf of the property owners.

• Case 2021-PC #011: 10' x 5' ground sign and 8' x 3' wall sign at 1123 W Royalton Rd (Thunder Cloud LLC)
• Case 2021-PC #12: 8" x 5' ground sign in existing brick base at 5025 E Mill Rd (St. Michaels' Russian Orthodox Church)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is considering a request for an 18-foot variance into the secondary 50-foot setback to erect a 5-foot aluminum fence at 1554 Summerwood Drive. The applicant is Richard Rowan, and the property owner is Susan Baumann. City staff recommend installing the fence outside a utility easement, about 11 feet from the sidewalk. The board will vote on whether to approve, deny, postpone, or table the request.

• Variance request for 18-foot encroachment into secondary setback
• 5-foot aluminum fence proposed at 1554 Summerwood Drive
• City Engineer recommends fence 11 feet from sidewalk
• Fence would be in utility easement per Building Official
• Board will vote on approval, denial, postponement, or tabling

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance allowing Richard Rowan to erect a 5-foot aluminum fence 11 feet from the sidewalk (10 feet into the 50-foot secondary setback) at 3151 Oakwood Trail. The applicant amended his original request from an 18-foot variance to a 10-foot variance after utility lines were found near the sidewalk. The board also approved the March 3, 2021 meeting minutes and discussed filling vacant board seats.

• Approved 10-foot variance into secondary setback for aluminum fence at 3151 Oakwood Trail (3-0)
• Approved March 3, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussed recommending new BZA members to Mayor

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 28, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. has been canceled. There are no agenda items to be heard at this meeting.

• Meeting canceled
• No agenda items

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve three new business items: a partnership agreement with Junior Cavaliers, an umpire services agreement with RUA Group LLC, and an agreement with High Meadow Farms. No other substantive matters are listed.

• Junior Cavaliers Partnership Agreement
• RUA Group LLC Agreement for Umpires
• Agreement with High Meadow Farms

The Parks and Recreation Committee voted unanimously to send three agreements to Council Work Session for approval: a Jr. Cavaliers partnership, a 3-year umpire contract with RUA Group LLC, and a concession services agreement with High Meadow Farms. No final decisions were made; all items are pending Council action.

• Approved sending Jr. Cavaliers partnership agreement to Council Work Session (unanimous)
• Approved sending RUA Group LLC umpire agreement to Council Work Session (unanimous)
• Approved sending High Meadow Farms concession agreement to Council Work Session (unanimous)

Sundry Claims Board

The Sundry Claims Board will meet to conduct hearings regarding claims from Bill Aiello and Steven Lively.

• Hearing for Bill Aiello of 3134 Oakwood Trail
• Hearing for Steven Lively of 3172 N. Dover Road

Planning Commission

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will consider four items, including final approval for a 20,000 sq. ft. Aldi grocery store at the NE corner of Seneca Blvd & W Royalton Rd, preliminary approval for a 42,340 sq. ft. multi-tenant office building at 8075 Town Center Dr, and final approval for two wall signs. The agenda also includes approval of the March 24, 2021 minutes. No old or new business is scheduled.

• Final approval for 20,000 sq. ft. Aldi grocery store at NE corner of Seneca Blvd & W Royalton Rd (Case 2021-PC #02)
• Preliminary approval for 42,340 sq. ft. two-story multi-tenant office building at 8075 Town Center Dr (Case 2021-PC #08)
• Final approval for 41 sq. ft. wall sign at 4001 Towpath Rd, Suite A (Case 2021-PC #09)
• Final approval for 31 sq. ft. wall sign at 8130 Broadview Rd (Case 2021-PC #10)

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission approved four items: a 20,000 sq. ft. Aldi grocery store at the NE corner of Seneca Blvd & W Royalton Rd, a two-story 42,340 sq. ft. multi-tenant office building at 8075 Town Center Dr., a wall sign for Broadview Brewing Company at 4001 Towpath Rd Suite A, and a replacement illuminated wall sign for Schnitzel Haus Bistro at 3180 Broadview Rd. All approvals were unanimous. The commission also discussed the city's master plan meeting scheduling and noted updates on the Crystal Clinic and Broadview Eye Center projects.

• Approved 20,000 sq. ft. Aldi grocery store at Seneca Blvd & W Royalton Rd (unanimous)
• Approved two-story 42,340 sq. ft. office building at 8075 Town Center Dr. (unanimous)
• Approved wall sign for Broadview Brewing Company at 4001 Towpath Rd Suite A (unanimous)
• Approved replacement illuminated wall sign for Schnitzel Haus Bistro at 3180 Broadview Rd (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 24, 2021 meeting

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will hold a public meeting on April 14, 2021, to hear three cases. The main item is a request for final approval of a 20,000 sq. ft. Aldi grocery store at the NE corner of Seneca Blvd & W Royalton Rd. The other two cases are requests for final approval of wall signs for existing businesses. The meeting is open to the public.

• Final approval for Aldi grocery store (20,000 sq. ft.) at NE corner of Seneca Blvd & W Royalton Rd
• Final approval for a 223” x 27” wall sign at 4001 Towpath Rd Suite A (Broadview Brewing Co)
• Final approval for a 145” x 31” wall sign at 8130 Broadview Rd (Schnitzel Haus Bistro)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and vote on a request by Hoty Builders, LLC for a 34-foot rear yard setback variance at 1554 Summerwood Drive. The variance would allow a house to be built with a 16-foot rear setback instead of the required 50 feet. City staff have reported no objections. The agenda includes no other business.

• Case #2021-BZA #05: rear yard setback variance of 34 feet at 1554 Summerwood Drive
• Applicant: Hoty Builders, LLC / Todd Hart; Owner: Susan Baumann
• Variance would allow 16-foot rear setback (required 50 feet)
• Chief Building Official: no objection; no additional structure in rear setback
• City Engineer: no objections

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a 16-foot rear yard setback variance for a home at 1554 Summerwood Dr., allowing a 16-foot rear setback instead of the required 50 feet. The vote was unanimous (3-0).

• Approved 16-foot rear yard setback variance for 1554 Summerwood Dr. (3-0)

Legal & Public Notice

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear Case #2021-BZA #05 regarding a property at 1554 Summerwood Drive. The applicant, Hoty Builders, LLC, is requesting a variance to allow a 34-foot rear yard setback where 50 feet is currently required.

• Rear yard setback variance request for 1554 Summerwood Drive

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission postponed final approval of the Aldi grocery store project (case 2021-PC #02) to the April 14 meeting, after members said they wanted to see physical building material samples, lighting cut sheets, and further facade changes. The commission approved a lot split (case 2021-PC #07) for the W. Royalton Rd. property into four parcels, one for Aldi. It also granted preliminary approval (case 2021-PC #08) for a two-story, 42,340 sq. ft. multi-tenant office building at 8075 Town Center Dr., with conditions to be addressed at final approval.

• Postponed final approval of the Aldi grocery store (case 2021-PC #02) to April 14, 2021, pending material samples, lighting specs, and facade revisions.
• Approved the lot split (case 2021-PC #07) for parcel 583-03-023 on W. Royalton Rd. into four parcels, one for Aldi and three for future businesses.
• Granted preliminary approval (case 2021-PC #08) for a two-story, 42,340 sq. ft. office building at 8075 Town Center Dr., with final approval to require 3D renderings and material samples.
• Approved the February 24, 2021 meeting minutes as written.

Legal & Public Notice

The Growth, Planning & Zoning Commission will hear Case #2021-GPZ #01 regarding a proposed development. The applicant requests to construct a two-story, 42,340 sq. ft. multi-tenant speculative office building on vacant land.

• Proposed 42,340 sq. ft. multi-tenant office building at Rear E Royalton Rd (PPN: 583-26-074)
• Request to place Case #2021-GPZ #01 on the Planning Commission agenda

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Broadview Heights Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on three variance requests. The board will consider a fence in an easement, a frontage variance, and an accessory structure variance. Staff reports include objections and conditions for each case.

• Case #2021-BZA #02: 5-foot aluminum fence into buffer and sewer easement at 3681 Braemar Drive; building official objects, engineer recommends conditions.
• Case #2021-BZA #03: 55-foot frontage variance at 8900 Avery Rd; building official objects, engineer requires maintaining drainage course.
• Case #2021-BZA #04: 1,400 sq ft accessory structure variance at 2741 W Royalton Rd; no objections, stormwater review required.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for a 5-foot aluminum fence at 3681 Braemar Dr., despite opposition from a resident. The board also approved a frontage variance for a proposed lot split at 8900 Avery Rd. and a variance for a large accessory structure at 2741 W. Royalton Rd. The meeting minutes from January 6, 2021, were also approved.

• Approved variance 2021-BZA #02 to erect a 5-foot aluminum fence within a buffer easement and over a sewer easement at 3681 Braemar Dr.
• Approved variance 2021-BZA #03 for a 70-foot lot frontage variance (minimum required is 125 feet) at 8900 Avery Rd.
• Approved variance 2021-BZA #04 for a 1,400 sq. ft. accessory structure and a second driveway at 2741 W. Royalton Rd., with a condition that the structure be used only for residential purposes.
• Approved the January 6, 2021, meeting minutes.

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to consider six new business agreements, including contracts for lawn care, portable restrooms, adult softball league scheduling and administration, pickleball lessons, and background check services. All items are listed as new business, meaning they are up for discussion and potential approval.

• Trugreen Agreement
• Aris Company Agreement for portable restrooms
• Agreement with Russ Campbell for Adult Softball League scheduling
• Agreement with Glenn Cassaaro as Administrator of Adult Softball League
• Agreement with Rich Abston as Administrator of Pickleball lessons and leagues

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved final approval for a 6'x5' ground sign for ReMax at 550 E Royalton Rd, after the applicant changed the base from faux masonry to actual red brick. The motion was made by Chairman Kenneth Emling, seconded by Bill Ridgeway, and passed with all present members voting yes. The commission also approved the minutes from the February 10, 2021 meeting.

• Approved case 2021-PC #06: 6'x5' ground sign for ReMax at 550 E Royalton Rd, with a concrete foundation and red brick base
• Approved the February 10, 2021 meeting minutes as read

Planning Commission

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a request by Brilliant Electric Sign Co. for final approval of a 6' x 5' ground sign at 550 E. Royalton Rd. for ReMax. Both the Building Commissioner and City Engineer have reported no objections. The agenda includes only this one case, plus approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Final approval request for a 6' x 5' ground sign at 550 E. Royalton Rd. (PPN 583-26-005)
• Applicant: Brilliant Electric Sign Co.; Owner: Rt. 82 Enterprises, LTD.; Tenant: ReMax
• No objections from Building Commissioner or City Engineer
• Approval of minutes from January 27, 2021 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved final approval for a 14-lot residential subdivision at 4310 Harris Rd, with conditions including additional landscaping screening, reduced street lighting, and HOA document amendments. The commission also approved final approval for a new building for Lava Massage and Spa at 9427 Broadview Rd, a lot consolidation at 1929 E Royalton Rd, a wall sign for Definitive Motorwerk, a conditional use for Highbrow Hair Studios, and a ground sign for Genie of Fairview. Preliminary approval was granted for a new Aldi grocery store at the NE corner of Seneca Blvd & W Royalton Rd.

• Approved 14-lot residential subdivision at 4310 Harris Rd with conditions (5-0)
• Approved new 4,235 sq ft building for Lava Massage and Spa at 9427 Broadview Rd (5-0)
• Approved lot consolidation at 1929 E Royalton Rd (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plan for 20,000 sq ft Aldi grocery store at W Royalton Rd & Seneca Blvd (5-0)
• Approved wall sign for Definitive Motorwerk at 9536 Broadview Rd (5-0)
• Approved conditional use for permanent cosmetics/microblading at Highbrow Hair Studios (5-0)
• Approved ground sign for Genie of Fairview at 3501 E Royalton Rd (5-0)
• Approved minutes from December 9, 2020 meeting

Human Services Advisory Board

The Human Services Advisory Board is meeting to approve prior minutes, review results of a Human Services survey, and receive updates on programs including Yuletide Hunger, Snow Removal, Lifeline, Donations, and Meals on Wheels. The board will also discuss a virtual program review for the city website. The meeting will be held with social distancing and mask requirements.

• Approval of September minutes
• Human Services Survey Results
• Updates on Yuletide Hunger, Snow Removal, Lifeline, Donations, Meals on Wheels
• City Website – Virtual Program Review

Planning Commission

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission meeting on January 13, 2021, was cancelled due to lack of quorum. The agenda included final approval for a 14-lot residential subdivision on Harris Road, a new 4,235 sq. ft. building for Lava Spa on Broadview Rd., a lot split and consolidation on E Royalton Rd., preliminary approval for a 20,000 sq. ft. Aldi grocery store at Seneca Blvd & W Royalton Rd., a wall sign for Fastsigns, and a conditional use for permanent cosmetics at Highbrow Hair Studios. No votes were taken.

• 14-lot residential subdivision at 4310 Harris Rd (Triban Investment, LLC)
• New 4,235 sq. ft. building for Lava Spa at 9427 Broadview Rd
• Lot split & consolidation at 1929 E Royalton Rd (Pines Real Estate)
• 20,000 sq. ft. Aldi grocery store at NE corner of Seneca Blvd & W Royalton Rd (preliminary)
• Conditional use for permanent cosmetics at 9100 Marketplace (Highbrow Hair Studios)

Legal & Public Notice

The Broadview Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on January 13, 2021, to consider several development proposals. These include final approval for a 14-lot residential subdivision on Harris Road, a new building for Lava Massage and Spa, a lot split and consolidation on E Royalton Rd, preliminary approval for a 20,000 sq. ft. Aldi grocery store, a wall sign for Fastsigns, and a conditional use for permanent cosmetics at Highbrow Hair Studios. The meeting is open to the public, and applications are available for review at the Building Department.

• Final approval for 14-lot residential subdivision at 4310 Harris Rd (PPN 583-11-001)
• Final approval for new 4,235 sq. ft. building for Lava Massage and Spa at 9427 Broadview Rd
• Final approval for lot split & consolidation of parcels 583-14-006 & 583-14-012 at 1929 E Royalton Rd
• Preliminary approval for 20,000 sq. ft. Aldi grocery store at NE corner of Seneca Blvd & W Royalton Rd
• Final approval for 184” x 36” wall sign for Fastsigns at 9536 Broadview Rd and conditional use for permanent cosmetics at 9100 Marketplace

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request by Olga Schmidt for a lot frontage variance of 65 feet at 2151 Harris Rd. The variance would allow an access driveway to a 3-acre lot for a single residence, where the code requires a minimum frontage of 125 feet. The Chief Building Official has reported no objection. The board will vote on the request after hearing from the applicant and public.

• Lot frontage variance of 65 feet at 2151 Harris Rd. (PPN 581-33-007) to allow driveway to 3-acre lot for single residence
• Code requires minimum lot frontage of 125 feet (Section 1268.06(D))
• Chief Building Official reports no objection
• Public hearing and vote on the variance request

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a 65-foot lot frontage variance for the property at 2151 Harris Rd (PPN 581-33-007), allowing an access driveway to a 3-acre lot for a single-family residence. The variance was requested by applicant Olga Schmidt, and the motion was approved unanimously. The board also approved the November 4, 2020 meeting minutes with no substantive changes.

• Approved 65-foot lot frontage variance for 2151 Harris Rd (unanimous)
• Approved November 4, 2020 meeting minutes