Hudson, OH

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will hold public hearings on two items: a request for four variances to fill about 293 square feet of wetlands for a driveway and new home at 1957 Norton Rd, and an appeal of an Architectural and Historic Board of Review decision regarding a commercial front door replacement at 88 N Main St. The board will also consider approving minutes from its June and July meetings.

• Four variances sought to fill ~293 sq ft of wetlands for driveway and new home at 1957 Norton Rd
• Variance to reduce stream corridor setback from 30 ft to 3 ft (27-ft variance)
• Variance to reduce wetlands setback from 50 ft to 0 ft (50-ft variance)
• Appeal of AHBR decision on exterior alteration (front door replacement) at 88 N Main St
• Approval of draft minutes from June 18 and July 16, 2026 meetings

Planning Commission

The Hudson Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two major development proposals: a day care facility (Case 2026-916) and an 18-unit townhome development (Case 2026-945). The commission will also review minutes from previous meetings and hear public discussion. The agenda includes a pre-meeting Industrial Design Subcommittee review of the day care case.

• Major Site Plan and Conditional Use for day care construction (PC 2026-916)
• Major Site Plan for 18-unit townhome development (PC 2026-945)
• Approval of minutes from July 13 and August 10, 2026 meetings
• Public hearings with structured comment limits for applicants and public

City Council

The Hudson City Council will hold a second reading and possible vote on an ordinance amending Chapter 478, which addresses low-speed vehicle regulations. The council will also consider a first reading of an ordinance updating engineering standards for horizontal directional drilling. Other items include an honorary resolution for a crossing guard and routine approvals.

• Second reading of Ordinance 26-113 amending Chapter 478 (low-speed vehicles), declared an emergency
• First reading of Ordinance 26-115 adding Section 11 to Chapter 1419 on horizontal directional drilling standards
• Honorary Resolution 26-114 designating crosswalk at North Hayden Parkway and Victoria Parkway as 'Clark Rumiser Corner'
• Motion to acknowledge timely receipt of July 2026 monthly financial report
• Approval of draft minutes from August 11, 2026 combined council and workshop meeting

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will consider several applications, including a demolition request for a 1972 house at 6306 Stone Road and an informal proposal to relocate the historic Saywell House to 211 Aurora Street. The board will also review modifications to previously approved projects, new additions, and a draft update to the Design Standards. Most items involve staff questions about compliance with design standards.

• Demolition of single-family house at 6306 Stone Road (built 1972)
• Relocation of Saywell House from 77 N. Oviatt St to 211 Aurora St (informal)
• Modification of approved plans at 258 N Main St (office & 2-car garage) and 43 Wellgate Dr (sauna/exercise room)
• New accessory structures: 2,000 sq ft agricultural barn at 2595 Barlow Rd; covered porch at 7555 Huntington Rd
• Commercial building (dentist office) at 1465 Norton Rd

City Council

The Hudson City Council will hold its regular meeting and workshop, with the main legislative item being the first reading of Ordinance 26-113, which amends Chapter 478 regarding low-speed vehicles. The workshop will include presentations on the Brandywine Creek Watershed Study, proposed engineering standards for horizontal directional drilling, and an update on the Clinton Crossing project. The council will also consider an honorary resolution for a crossing guard and acknowledge the July financial report.

• First reading of Ordinance 26-113 amending Chapter 478 (low-speed vehicles), declared an emergency
• Workshop: Brandywine Creek Watershed Study presentation by GPD Group
• Workshop: Proposed ordinance adding Section 11 to Chapter 1419 on Horizontal Directional Drilling standards
• Workshop: Clinton Crossing project update and community engagement summary
• Honorary resolution to name crosswalk at North Hayden Parkway and Victoria Parkway as 'Clark Rumiser Crossing'

Hudson City Council approved the minutes from previous meetings and re-appointed Paul Stoehr to the Tree Commission for a four-year term. The council also held the first reading of an ordinance amending low-speed vehicle regulations and entered executive session to discuss real property. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were discussed and forwarded to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of July 21 and July 28 meetings (7-0)
• Re-appointed Paul Stoehr to Tree Commission for four-year term (7-0)
• Held first reading of Ordinance 26-113 amending low-speed vehicle regulations
• Entered executive session to discuss real property transfer and confidential matters (7-0)

Planning Commission

City Council Workshop

The Hudson City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint workshop to discuss the Clinton Crossing development and its plan review process. The session includes a review of three refined site plans and an engagement schedule. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion item.

• Joint review of Clinton Crossing development and plan review process
• Review of 3 refined site plans for Clinton Crossing
• Discussion of engagement schedule and Comprehensive Plan information

Planning Commission

The Hudson Planning Commission is holding a subcommittee work session to review Section 1204.02 of the Land Development Code, which governs Planned Developments. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is solely for discussion and next steps.

• Subcommittee work session to review Section 1204.02 – Planned Developments in the Land Development Code

City Council Workshop

This City Council Workshop covers multiple discussion items including Environmental Awareness Committee priorities, emergency communications, temporary special events, food truck regulations in residential neighborhoods, and an update on the Clinton Crossing project. A key item is the discussion of using the General Fund excess carryover balance for unfunded infrastructure projects, with a staff-prepared list for council consideration. An ordinance amending Chapter 478 (low-speed vehicle regulations) is also discussed and scheduled for first reading on August 11.

• Excess General Fund carryover balance discussion for infrastructure projects
• Clinton Crossing project update with community engagement schedule
• Ordinance amending Chapter 478 (low-speed vehicle rules) with emergency clause
• Review of food truck ordinances and permitting in residential neighborhoods
• Temporary special events regulations review including fire code provisions

The Hudson City Council workshop on July 28, 2026, was a discussion-only session with no formal votes or decisions. Council reviewed several topics, including Environmental Awareness Committee priorities, emergency communications, temporary special events, food truck regulations, a proposed low-speed vehicle ordinance (26-113), the Clinton Crossing project, and use of excess General Fund carryover. The only action was forwarding Ordinance 26-113 for further consideration at the August 11 council meeting.

• Forwarded Ordinance 26-113 (low-speed vehicle amendments) to August 11 council meeting
• Discussed Environmental Awareness Committee priorities (no action)
• Discussed emergency communications and crisis plan (no action)
• Discussed temporary special events safety protocols (no action)
• Discussed food truck code amendments (no action)
• Discussed Clinton Crossing project update (no action)
• Discussed excess General Fund carryover use (no action)

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will consider several applications, including a roof replacement at 356 N. Main Street in the Historic District, an addition (sunroom) at 7400 Valerie Lane, an accessory detached garage at 150 Aurora Street, an addition with bedrooms and a garage at 1405 Hines Hill Road, and a new single‑family house at 1280 Connecticut Woods Drive. Staff recommendations and design‑standard questions are noted for each item. The board will also discuss informal matters such as a front porch repair on 263 N. Main Street and a townhome project on 86 Owen Brown Street.

• AHBR 26-940 – Roof replacement at 356 N. Main Street (Historic District)
• AHBR 26-526 – Sunroom addition at 7400 Valerie Lane
• AHBR 26-917 – Detached garage accessory structure at 150 Aurora Street
• AHBR 26-919 – Addition with bedrooms, bathrooms, laundry, and 2‑car garage at 1405 Hines Hill Road
• AHBR 26-830 – New single‑family dwelling at 1280 Connecticut Woods Drive

City Council

City Council will consider an ordinance to let voters decide on an opt-out natural gas aggregation program. The body is also reviewing budget amendments and agreements for road and trail projects.

• Ordinance 26-99: Proposed ballot question for a governmental natural gas aggregation program
• Resolution 26-111: Agreement with ODOT for Boston Mills Road resurfacing from SR 303 to W. Corporation Limit
• Resolution 26-112: Agreement with ODOT for a 10-foot wide asphalt trail from Veterans Way to Barlow Road
• Ordinance 26-109: Amendments to the 2026 budget appropriations
• Resolution 26-110: Increased funding for the snow and ice control program contract

City Council adopted Ordinance No. 26-99 on third reading, authorizing a governmental natural gas aggregation program with opt-out provisions and directing the Summit County Board of Elections to place the question on the ballot. The vote was 6-1, with Mr. Sutton voting nay. Council also approved several appointments and a consent agenda including budget amendments, a snow and ice contract increase, and agreements for road and trail projects.

• Adopted Ordinance 26-99 for natural gas aggregation ballot question (6-1)
• Re-appointed Michael Caspar to Park Board through 2030 (7-0)
• Re-appointed Allyn Marzulla and appointed Lindsey Putzier to Architectural and Historic Board of Review (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including June 2026 financial report, amended 2026 appropriations, snow/ice contract increase, and ODOT agreements for Boston Mills Road and Veterans Rails to Trails 2 (7-0)

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will hold public hearings to determine if specific properties can deviate from city land development codes. These requests involve lot width requirements and wetland protection setbacks to allow for new residential construction.

• Variance request for 549 W Streetsboro St to reduce minimum lot width by 10 feet to allow a lot split for two single-family homes
• Request for four variances at 1957 Norton Rd to fill 293 square feet of wetlands for a driveway and new home
• Proposed 27-foot variance from the 30-foot stream corridor setback at 1957 Norton Rd
• Proposed 50-foot variance from the 50-foot wetlands setback at 1957 Norton Rd

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a subcommittee meeting to review Section 1204.02 regarding Planned Developments within the Land Development Code.

• Review of Section 1204.02 - Planned Developments

City Council

City Council will discuss a resolution to pause new data center applications for six months to develop zoning and business regulations. The body is also considering a ballot question for a natural gas aggregation program and a lease for a new cell tower.

• Resolution 26-108: Six-month stay on new data center applications and related activities
• Ordinance 26-99: Proposed ballot question for an opt-out natural gas aggregation program
• Resolution 26-104: $70,939 contract with TMS Engineers, Inc. for a Clinton Crossing traffic study
• Resolution 26-96: Lease agreement with Northstar Towers II, LLC for a cell tower
• Resolution 26-102: Police services agreement with Hudson City School District for three resource officers

Hudson City Council approved a six-month stay on new data center applications to allow study of zoning and utility regulations. Council also approved a lease for a cell tower on the south side, and forwarded several items to the next meeting, including a natural gas aggregation ballot question. The meeting included public comments on speed limits and staff conduct, but no other major decisions were made.

• Approved 6-month stay on data center applications (Consent Agenda, 7-0)
• Approved lease with Northstar Towers II for cell tower (7-0)
• Approved renewal of internet services contract with Bluebird Midwest (Consent Agenda, 7-0)
• Approved school resource officer agreement with Hudson City School District (Consent Agenda, 7-0)
• Approved storm water easement at 2095 Ravenna Street (Consent Agenda, 7-0)
• Approved $70,939 traffic impact study for Clinton Crossing (Consent Agenda, 7-0)
• Approved increase in Acushnet golf equipment purchase order (Consent Agenda, 7-0)
• Approved emergency transformer repair agreement with Magnetech (Consent Agenda, 7-0)

Planning Commission

The Hudson Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a major site plan for a dental office (PC 2026-435) and a conditional use request for a gymnastics training facility (PC 2026-780). The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and other routine business.

• PC 2026-435: Major site plan to construct a dental office, with civil site plans, elevations, landscaping, and stormwater report
• PC 2026-780: Conditional use for Flytz USA Gymnastics sports training facility, including floor plan and trip generation report
• Approval of June 22, 2026 Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Public discussion and correspondence periods
• Public hearing procedures outlined for each case

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review is evaluating several property applications for compliance with design standards. Discussions include siding replacements in historic districts, new home construction, accessory structures like garages, and minor alterations such as fences and signs.

• Siding replacement at 248 N Main Street
• Gazebo repair at 333 Boston Mills Rd
• Home addition at 6761 Pheasants Ridge
• New single-family home at 5248 Preserve Ln
• Wall sign application for 5840 Darrow Rd

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved several applications for home additions, detached garages, and historic district repairs. Most approvals included specific material requirements to ensure architectural consistency. One application for a sunroom was tabled due to a lack of quorum.

• Approved like-for-like wood shake siding replacement at 248 N Main St (4-0)
• Approved gazebo repair at 333 Boston Mills Rd with specific Azek and wood conditions (4-0)
• Approved revised office, bathroom, and recreation room addition at 6761 Pheasants Ridge (4-0)
• Approved new single-family dwelling at 5248 Preserve Ln with added rear dormer vents (4-0)
• Approved wall sign at 5840 Darrow Rd (4-0)
• Approved 4ft vinyl fence at 6754 Stow Rd (4-0)
• Approved door replacement at 15 Baldwin St (4-0)
• Approved detached garages at 3133 Middleton Rd and 2933 Hudson Aurora Rd with architectural amendments (4-0)

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will evaluate multiple applications for demolitions, additions, and new construction across Hudson. Staff will present design standard compliance notes for projects at 179 Elm Street, 5248 Preserve Lane, and 248 N Main Street. The board will also continue reviewing a commercial sign at 180 W Streetsboro Street and a historic home demolition at 179 Elm Street.

• Demolition of a 1952 home at 179 Elm Street in the Historic District
• New single-family house construction at 5248 Preserve Lane
• Shake siding replacement at 248 N Main Street in the Historic District
• Commercial wall sign revision at 180 W Streetsboro Street
• Demolition of a 1939 residence at 2710 Ravenna Street

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved multiple residential projects, including a demolition in the Historic District and a fence at a historic landmark. The Board also scheduled site visits for two properties and continued review for two others. One application for a sunroom addition was withdrawn.

• Approved roof replacement at 43 N Oviatt Street (4-0)
• Approved shed at 2537 Norton Rd (4-0)
• Approved pavilion at 1580 Callander Dr (4-0)
• Approved carved wood wall sign at 180 W Streetsboro Street (4-0)
• Approved demolition of dwelling at 179 Elm Street (4-0)
• Approved demolition of dwelling and garage at 2710 Ravenna Street (4-0)
• Approved aluminum and wood fence at 7523 Stow Rd (4-0)
• Approved addition at 43 Wellgate Dr (4-0)

City Council Workshop

City Council will discuss a proposed consent agenda for July 14, including a 6-month freeze on new data center applications, adding a third school resource officer, and authorizing a $70,939 traffic study for Clinton Crossing. They'll also consider finalizing a cell tower lease and placing a natural gas aggregation program on the ballot.

• 6-month moratorium on data center applications
• 3rd school resource officer for Hudson schools
• $70,939 traffic impact study for Clinton Crossing
• Cell tower lease with Northstar Towers II, LLC
• Storm water easement at 2095 Ravenna Street

The City Council workshop focused on reviewing proposed resolutions and ordinances for the next regular meeting. No substantive decisions or votes were taken during this session, as all items were forwarded for further consideration.

• Forwarded internet service renewal (26-101) to July 14 meeting
• Forwarded police services agreement renewal (26-102) to July 14 meeting
• Forwarded storm water easement agreement (26-103) to July 14 meeting
• Forwarded Clinton Crossing traffic impact study contract (26-104) to July 14 meeting
• Forwarded golf equipment purchase order increase (26-105) to July 14 meeting
• Forwarded transformer repair agreement (26-106) to July 14 meeting
• Forwarded water inspection contract (26-107) to July 14 meeting
• Forwarded data center moratorium resolution (26-108) to July 14 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review staff memos regarding the Planned Development process. The meeting also includes a discussion topic focused on Special Events.

• Planned Development (PD) process review
• Special Events discussion

The Planning Commission voted 5‑1 to have Chair Norman present the Planned Development memo to City Council. The same vote approved forming a subcommittee—Chair Norman, Ms. Obert, Dr. Weinstein (if she chooses), and city staff—to begin revising language immediately. Earlier, the commission approved the April 27 and May 11 meeting minutes as amended. The meeting was adjourned at 8:53 p.m. after a unanimous motion.

• Approved April 27, 2026 Planning Commission minutes (4‑0‑2)
• Approved May 11, 2026 Planning Commission minutes (4‑0‑2)
• Approved presenting Planned Development memo to City Council and forming subcommittee (5‑1‑1)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:53 p.m. (6‑0)
• Motion to present abbreviated memo to Council failed (no second)
• Motion to institute six‑month moratorium on Planned Developments failed (no second)

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance requests for construction projects, including a townhome development requiring stream corridor and wetland disturbance variances, a new home driveway near wetlands, and a home addition. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Variance request for townhome project at 86 Owen Brown St, including 47-ft stream corridor setback reduction and wetland disturbance allowance, with Veterans Trail extension
• Variance request for driveway at 549 W Streetsboro St, seeking 14-ft wetlands setback reduction
• Variance request for home addition at 7400 Valerie Ln, asking for 13-ft rear yard setback reduction

City Council

City Council will consider reducing the speed limit on Darrow Road (SR 91) from 45 to 35 mph between Valley View Road and the northern corporate line. Other items include approving a contract for fire hydrant installations on Middleton and Stow Roads, a lease for a cell tower, and placing a natural gas aggregation program on the ballot.

• Speed limit reduction on Darrow Road (SR 91) from 45 to 35 mph
• Contract for 14 fire hydrants on Middleton and Stow Roads
• Lease agreement with Northstar Towers II, LLC for a cell tower in southern Hudson
• Resolution to put an opt-out natural gas aggregation program on the ballot
• Amended contract with Cogent Communications for internet circuit redundancy

City Council voted to rescind and vacate the censures previously adopted against former Councilmember Nicole Kowalski on December 6, 2022, and October 15, 2024. The motion noted that the previous actions were procedurally deficient and inconsistent with principles of fairness and due process.

• Approved minutes from June 2 and June 9 meetings (7-0)
• Rescinded and vacated censures against former Councilmember Nicole Kowalski (6-1)

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will review 14 applications including signs, residential additions, porch projects, and a proposed demolition of a contributing historic home on Elm Street. The board also continues review of two previously heard projects with revised plans. Two informal reviews for new construction and a major addition round out the agenda.

• Demolition of 1952 Minimal Traditional home at 179 Elm Street, a contributing building in the historic district added in 2022
• Continued review of outdoor fireplace at 48 College Street with revised brick detailing elevations
• Continued review of great room/dining room addition at 7541 Lakedge Ct with chimney and window design issues
• Sign applications for 96 First Street, 180 W Streetsboro St, 5133 Darrow Rd, and 19 E Main Street
• Informal review of new single-family house at 1957 Norton Rd with 190-ft front setback and design standard conflicts

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved several residential additions and commercial signage requests. A demolition application for a home in the Historic District was continued for a site visit, and two other projects remained under informal review.

• Approved hanging sign at 96 First Street (5-0)
• Approved outdoor fireplace at 48 College Street (4-0)
• Approved addition at 7541 Lakedge Ct as amended (5-0)
• Continued demolition application for 179 Elm Street for site visit (5-0)
• Continued wall sign application for 180 W Streetsboro Street (5-0)
• Approved signs at 5133 Darrow Rd and 19 E Main St with matte finish (5-0)
• Approved residential additions at 7936 Winterberry Dr, 5706 Londonairy Blvd, 6592 Westpoint Dr, 2782 Stonebridge Ct, 2250 Wellington Circle, and 322 Simon Rd
• Approved Findings of Fact for 88 N Main Street (5-0)

City Council Workshop

Council is reviewing items for its June 16 regular meeting, including a consent agenda and several pieces of legislation. Notable items include reducing the speed limit on Darrow Road (SR 91) between Valley View Road and the northern city line, authorizing 14 new fire hydrants on Middleton and Stow Roads, and placing a natural gas aggregation program before voters. Council will also consider a cell tower lease on city-owned property.

• Ordinance lowering speed limit on Darrow Road (SR 91) from 45 to 35 mph between Valley View Road and northern corporate line
• Resolution authorizing contract for installation of 14 fire hydrants along Middleton Road and Stow Road
• Ordinance placing governmental natural gas aggregation opt-out program on the ballot for voter approval
• Resolution authorizing long-term lease with Northstar Towers II, LLC for cell tower on city-owned property
• Resolution amending Velocity Broadband contract with Cogent Communications to add monthly redundancy fee

The City Council workshop did not take any final votes or decisions. All proposed consent agenda items and legislation were forwarded for further consideration at the regular June 16, 2026 council meeting, including a Darrow Road speed limit reduction, a fiber contract amendment, and a natural gas aggregation ballot question.

• Forwarded May 2026 financial report acknowledgment to June 16
• Forwarded amended internet circuit contract with Cogent Communications to June 16
• Forwarded Darrow Road speed limit reduction ordinance (45 to 35 mph) to June 16
• Forwarded ordinance updating council meeting notification to June 16
• Forwarded fire hydrant installation project on Middleton/Stow Roads to June 16
• Forwarded cell tower lease agreement with Northstar Towers II to June 16
• Forwarded natural gas aggregation program ballot question to June 16

City Council

City Council will hold a third reading and likely vote on amendments to Chapter 876 regulating short-term rentals. They will also consider multiple resolutions including contracts for fiber network build-out, stormwater pond design at Darrow Park ($135,857), and a senior transportation program van donation ($58,000). The agenda includes consent items for fiber construction, internet service upgrade, and other operational approvals.

• Third reading of ordinance amending short-term rental rules (26-78)
• Resolution to enter contract for fiber-to-home second year build-out (26-87)
• Contract with Chagrin Valley Engineering for Darrow Park stormwater pond design, up to $135,857 (26-90)
• Amended agreement with Ohio Rail Development Commission for Hines Hill Road grade separation, grant increased to $4,290,000 (26-91)
• Acceptance of $58,000 senior transportation van donation from Hudson Community Foundation (26-79)

Council concurred with the City Manager's appointment of Marshal Pitchford as Acting City Solicitor and Special Counsel on a 4-3 vote, after debate over the process. Council also passed an ordinance to hire a professional recruiting firm for an in-house City Solicitor (7-0). Several consent agenda items were approved, including fiber construction, internet service, storm water pond design, and a waterline project.

• Approved appointment of Marshal Pitchford as Acting City Solicitor (4-3)
• Passed Ordinance 26-95 for professional recruiting firm for in-house City Solicitor (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 26-87 for fiber construction materials for FTTH second year build-out
• Approved Resolution 26-88 for amended contract with Zayo for dedicated internet service
• Approved Resolution 26-89 amending purchase limits for Velocity Broadband operations to $300,000
• Approved Resolution 26-90 for design of Darrow Road Park storm water pond ($135,857.70)
• Approved Resolution 26-91 amended agreement with ORDC for Hines Hill Road grade separation ($4.29M grant)
• Approved Resolution 26-92 increasing funding for Franklin Street waterline project by $17,051

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will consider multiple applications for additions, alterations, and new construction. Old business includes a new house at Laurel Lake and window replacement. New business features several residential additions and a commercial addition for a church. Informal reviews and findings of fact are also on the agenda.

• 130 N. Oviatt St – Wang Innovation Center addition (revised curtain wall study)
• 750 W. Streetsboro St – church commercial addition (vestibule and second story)
• 200 Laurel Lake Dr – new house (Villas) revised elevations
• 126 N. Main St – window replacement in historic district
• 150 Aurora St – office/dormer addition in historic district

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review approved six applications including a new house, window replacement, and several additions, all with conditions or as amended. One application for an outdoor fireplace was continued. All votes were unanimous with one member absent.

• Approved 200 Laurel Lake Dr new house with front-facing garage exception and staff authority for dormer modifications (6-0)
• Approved 126 N. Main St window replacement using Marvin Ultimate windows (6-0)
• Approved 150 Aurora St addition as amended with revised elevations (6-0)
• Continued 48 College St outdoor fireplace application for revisions on brick incorporation (6-0)
• Approved 5801 Ogilby Dr covered deck addition with condition to move roof 4-6 inches off corner and add wing walls (6-0)
• Approved 7563 Sugarbush Tr addition with condition to move side window 18 inches and granted metal roof exception (6-0)
• Approved 5 Thirty Acres Ln addition with Wayne Dalton garage doors (6-0)
• Approved 6799 Dana Ave addition with reduced massing (6-0)

City Council Workshop

Council holds a workshop to discuss several major items, including an ordinance amending short-term rental regulations (Ordinance 26-78), an update on the Fiber to the Home broadband expansion, the Tinkers Creek Watershed Study findings, and the Clinton Crossing development project. They will also review a proposed senior transportation program funded by a $58,000 van donation and a lease for a new cell tower.

• Ordinance 26-78 amending short-term rental regulations (third reading on June 2)
• Fiber to the Home second-year build-out: $300,000 materials contract
• Tinkers Creek Watershed Study: model and final draft report presented
• Clinton Crossing project update with community engagement led by RDL Architects
• Senior transportation program: accepting $58,000 van donation from Hudson Community Foundation

Council discussed the Tinkers Creek Watershed Study, the Clinton Crossing project, Hudson Innovation Park, short-term rental regulations, and the Velocity Broadband expansion. The group reached consensus to place legislation on the agenda for a November ballot measure to move from an opt-in to an opt-out natural gas program. No formal votes were taken during the workshop; several resolutions were forwarded as a proposed consent agenda for the June 2 council meeting.

• Consensus to place opt-out natural gas program legislation on November ballot
• Short-term rental ordinance discussed; staff to explore caps by zoning district and engage owners/neighbors
• Tinkers Creek Watershed Study presented; no action taken
• Smart Thermostat Program presented; no action taken
• Clinton Crossing project update received; public engagement planned
• Hudson Innovation Park overview discussed; no action taken
• Velocity Broadband annual update received; no action taken
• Consent agenda items forwarded for June 2 meeting: acting solicitor appointment, fiber construction contract, Zayo internet contract, Velocity operations budget, Darrow Road stormwater pond design, Hines Hill Road grade separation grant, Franklin Street waterline increase, Keep America Beautiful grant

Board of Zoning & Building Appeals

The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will hold two public hearings: an appeal of the Architectural and Historic Board of Review's decision on stone application for a new home at 5530 Stonecreek Way, and a variance request to build an accessory garage in the side yard at 40 S Oviatt St for the Hudson Fire Station. The board will also approve minutes from the April 16, 2026 meeting.

• Appeal 26-363: Challenge to AHBR decision on stone application for home at 5530 Stonecreek Way
• Variance 26-420: Request to build accessory garage in side yard for Hudson Fire Station at 40 S Oviatt St
• Approval of April 16, 2026 meeting minutes

The Board approved a variance to allow a fire station accessory building in the side yard, which is normally prohibited. The 5-0 vote found the location minimized green space impact and improved emergency response access.

• Approved variance for accessory structure at 40 S Oviatt St (5-0)
• Approved April 16, 2026 minutes as amended (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a third reading and vote on establishing Zoning District 11 along the South Darrow Road Corridor, amending the land development code. Other notable actions include repealing local campaign contribution limits, altering council agenda introduction rules, adopting a public records policy, and amending short-term rental regulations. Consent agenda items include approving a liquor permit for Veg Restaurant, a $3,066.56 payment for a shred event, and reappointing the city prosecutor and solicitor.

• Vote to create Zoning District 11 on South Darrow Road (third reading, actionable)
• Repeal local campaign contribution limits for city candidates (third reading)
• Adopt policy for accepting nonprofit donations for public projects (third reading)
• Amend short-term rental regulations (second reading)
• Accept donation for senior transportation van from Hudson Community Foundation

Council voted 4-3 to reappoint Marshal M. Pitchford as City Solicitor and Special Counsel, with some members criticizing the limited search. The consent agenda was approved 7-0, including reappointment of the City Prosecutor and a liquor permit for a new restaurant. Ordinance 25-146 to establish Zoning District 11 was discussed but no vote was taken.

• Reappointed City Solicitor Marshal Pitchford 4-3
• Approved April 2026 monthly financial report
• Approved no objection to liquor permit for Veg Restaurant Group LLC
• Approved then-and-now payment of $3,066.56 for shred event
• Approved amendment to golf cart lease with Lake Erie Golf Cars
• Approved installation of Hudson sign sculpture at Veterans Way Park
• Reappointed Sara J. Fagnilli as City Prosecutor

Architectural & Historic Board of Review

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review will consider approval for various exterior alterations, additions, and sign permits in the Historic District, as well as a demolition request for a detached garage at 2115 E Streetsboro St.

• Demolition of detached garage at 2115 E Streetsboro St
• Window and door replacements at 31 Church St
• Window replacements at 126 N Main Street (vinyl material questioned)
• Covered patio addition at 53 S Hayden Pkwy
• ADA lift installation at 11 S Main Street

The Architectural & Historic Board of Review considered multiple consent and new business applications, adopted findings of fact for a historic landmark property, and approved previous meeting minutes. No formal votes or decisions on individual applications are recorded in the minutes.

• Adopted findings of fact for 88 N Main Street (AHBR 25-1478)
• Approved minutes from March 11, April 8, and April 22, 2026 meetings

City Council Workshop

City Council will discuss three main items: authorizing a donated Hudson sign sculpture at Veterans Way Park, amending short-term rental regulations, and establishing a new Zoning District 11 along South Darrow Road. They will also review a consent agenda and proposed legislation for the May 19 meeting, including campaign finance repeal and public records policy.

• Discussion of establishing Zoning District 11 along South Darrow Road corridor
• Amending Chapter 876 on short-term rental operations
• Authorizing installation of donated 'Hudson Sign' sculpture at Veterans Way Park
• Approving reappointment of City Prosecutor and City Solicitor (Sara Fagnilli and Marshal Pitchford)
• Amending golf cart lease agreement with Lake Erie Golf Carts

No final decisions were made at this workshop. Council discussed a short-term rental ordinance amendment, the proposed Zoning District 11 along South Darrow Road, and a public art donation. All proposed legislation and motions were forwarded for further consideration at the May 19, 2026, regular meeting.

• Discussed short-term rental amendments including a 3% bed tax, permit fee increase, and 1,000-foot separation requirement; staff to report back
• Discussed Zoning District 11 regulations including removal of residential uses, retail cap, and possible return to Planning Commission
• Discussed Hudson Sign public art sculpture donation; forwarded to next meeting
• Forwarded motion to acknowledge April financial report to next meeting
• Forwarded motions on liquor permit, fire hydrant contract, shred event payment, golf cart lease, and prosecutor/solicitor reappointments to next meeting
• Forwarded ordinance to repeal campaign finance limits and ordinance on ordinance introduction rules to next meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use and major site plan request for Western Reserve Academy to construct an addition to the Wang Innovation Center. They will also discuss planned developments as a discussion topic.

• Conditional Use and Major Site Plan request for Western Reserve Academy Wang Innovation Center addition
• Public hearing with structured comment periods
• Discussion topic: Planned Developments
• Review of April 13, 2026 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use and major site plan for Western Reserve Academy to construct an addition to the Wang Innovation Center. The approval includes five staff recommendations. The vote was 4-0 with three members absent.

• Approved conditional use and major site plan for WRA Wang Innovation Center addition (4-0, 3 absent)

City Council

Council will hold a public hearing on proposed Zoning District 11, a major zoning change along the South Darrow Road corridor. They will also consider consent agenda items including a $54,000 marketing contract for the Fiber-to-the-Home project, and several ordinances on campaign finance repeal, public records, and short-term rentals. A donation of a passenger van for a senior transportation program is also up for first reading.

• Public hearing on establishing Zoning District 11 along South Darrow Road corridor
• Resolution authorizing $54,000 marketing contract for Fiber-to-the-Home project (Consent)
• Ordinance to repeal local campaign finance limits (Chapter 226) - second reading
• Resolution to accept donation of a passenger van (est. $58,000) for senior transportation program
• Ordinance amending short-term rental regulations (Chapter 876) - first reading

The City Council held a public hearing on Ordinance 25-146 to establish Zoning District 11 along South Darrow Road, but no vote was taken. Residents voiced opposition, citing conflicts with the Comprehensive Plan. The Council approved a consent agenda including tax incentive reviews, art installations, and a donation.

• Approved consent agenda: Resolutions 26-74 (tax incentive review), 26-75 (Door2Art birdsong installation), 26-76 (donation of 'Melody' sculpture) (7-0)
• Approved minutes of April 21 and April 28 meetings with an amendment (7-0)