Community Meeting Olmsted Township Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update

1. Community MeetingOlmsted Township Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update PLANNING TODAY TO ACHIEVE OUR HOPES FOR TOMORROW May 21, 2012

2. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Who’s Involved • Advisory Committee with: • Residents • Trustees • Township employees • Business owners • School board members • Assistance provided by the County Planning Commission

3. 2012 Land Use Plan Update

4. 2012 Land Use Plan Update WHAT IS A Comprehensive Land Use Plan? A blueprint for the future of Olmsted Township that: • Makes recommendations for the future use of land • Provides a basis for zoning and other regulation • Guides the establishment of high level standards for development

5. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Planning Process Community Meeting Community Meeting

6. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Purpose of Today’s Meeting Obtain input from the community on what should be: • Preserved • Enhanced • Transformed

7. 2012 Land Use Plan Update 1998 Plan Outcomes • New zoning regulations and zoning map • Subdivision developments • Joint Economic Development District with Olmsted Falls

8. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Arbors at Olmsted along Cook Road Preliminary Plan Approval Expired Construction underway Wheaton Farms

9. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Arbors at Olmsted along Cook Road Preliminary Plan Approval Expired Construction underway Wheaton Farms

10. 2012 Land Use Plan Update JEDD parcels

11. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Additional Changes since 1998 • Water and sewer projects • New school building • New township fire and police buildings • Two railroad overpasses underway • New playground

12. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Community Profile • Demographics • Housing Characteristics • Land Use

13. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Olmsted Township is: • 10thlargest suburb in Cuyahoga County (land area) • 28th largest based on population • 3rdhighest rate of population growth in Cuyahoga County since 2000 (27.8%) • 82ndlargest township in Ohio (out of 1,308) • One of the few communities in Cuyahoga County where development is still possible.

14. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Recent Population Trends 13,513 residents in 2010

15. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Household Characteristics

16. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Median Household Income *2010 estimate

17. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Recent Housing Trends Twp had 5,996 housing units in 2010 + 1,357 since 2000 % Increase 2000 to 2010

18. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Recent Housing Trends

19. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Recent Housing Trends 2010 Census

20. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Housing Value & Year Built Year built $ $ $ $

21. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Land Use

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23. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Comparison of Market Value Value Per Acre

24. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Looking Ahead • Issues • Goals

25. 2012 Land Use Plan Update ISSUES Economic Development: • Too few destinations – retail, eating places • Undeveloped potential for JEDD development: large amount of space that could attract high quality development such as the Cleveland Clinic • Need to maximize/market highway access along Stearns Road • What does it take to attract businesses in terms of traffic counts and population?

26. 2012 Land Use Plan Update ISSUES Housing and Neighborhoods: • Over 1,375 acres of vacant residential land = 1,500 to 3,300 more units • Too few destinations – parks • Seniors need nearby conveniences

27. 2012 Land Use Plan Update ISSUES Parks, Recreation and Open Space: • Too few parks • Township land is currently not suited for recreational use: • Poor drainage • Land is underneath high tension wires • What is the potential for Metropark extension?

28. 2012 Land Use Plan Update ISSUES Infrastructure/Utilities: • Some areas still without water and sewer lines • Poor quality of well water - black • Lack of sidewalks in some areas create unsafe walking conditions • Township unable to provide needed infrastructure without assistance from the State and/or County

29. 2012 Land Use Plan Update ISSUES Environmental: • Flooding is an issue in some areas of the township • Concerns about fracking, oil and gas well development • New development has eliminated trees • Utility easements provide natural corridor opportunities

30. 2012 Land Use Plan Update ISSUES Identity/Image: • Some residents don’t realize they live in the Township and miss certain advantages (such as BMV fees) • Need to develop a sense of who we are

31. 2012 Land Use Plan Update ‘First Cut’ Goals We Envision a Community That: • Promotes economic development for appropriate balance land uses • Manages growth to minimize negative impacts • Maintains/preserves open character, wooded areas and green space. • Creates a “town center” to promote an identifiable community identity. • Has sewer and water system for entire Township. • Promotes environmentally sustainable land use, transportation and construction practices. • Enables a more active and healthy lifestyle with access to community gardens, parks and trails.

32. 2012 Land Use Plan Update ‘First Cut’ Goals We Expect: • High quality development • New development that is: • Sensitive to the natural surroundings • Energy efficiency and ‘green’ • A well maintained, high quality road system • Safe pedestrian/bike ways that link neighborhoods and community facilities. • Expanded parks, recreational and community facilities. • Adequate police, fire and service departments. • A sufficient tax base to ensure a continued excellent school system. • Opportunities to engage residents • Financial resources and regulatory authority to accomplish Goals.

33. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Small Group Discussion Topics: • Economic Development • Neighborhoods and Housing • Infrastructure - Water, Sewer. Roads, Sidewalks • Parks and Green Space • Quality of Life

34. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Introductions • Table Hosts will facilitate & record discussion • Introduce yourself at your table: • Your Name • Where you live

35. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Economic Development • Suggested questions to generate discussion: • What are the essential components of a Town Center? • What type of business should we try to attract to the Township? • What type of business should we not allow? • Other • What should be the Township’s top Economic Development priority?

36. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Neighborhoods and Housing • Suggested questions to generate discussion: • What type of new neighborhood development do you think is appropriate for Olmsted Township? • Do we need more/greater variety of housing, such as townhouses and apartments? • Do you think the Township should be more aggressive on property maintenance code enforcement? • Other • What should be the Township’s top Neighborhood/ Housing priority?

37. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Parks and Green Space • Suggested questions to generate discussion: • Do you think there are enough parks in the community? • What kind(s) of parks and/or preserved green space do you think we need? • Where would be a good place for a park in Olmsted Township? • Other • What should be the Township’s top Parks and Green Space priority?

38. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Infrastructure - Water, Sewer, Roads, Sidewalks • Suggested questions to generate discussion: • How important is it to have sidewalks and paths to connect neighborhoods to the schools and other community services? • Do you or your neighbors have issues with flooding, sewers or water? • What road improvements are needed? • Other • What should be the Township’s top Infrastructure priority?

39. 2012 Land Use Plan Update Quality of Life • Suggested questions to generate discussion: • What types of programs would you like to see provided in the Township? • What types of activities would you like to see in the Township? • Other • What should be the Township’s top Quality of Life priority?