On February 15, 2012, the Shaker Farm Historic District was officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places. I and a team of neighbors, Cleveland Heights residents and our city preservationist started working on the lengthy application process about two years ago. Jack Sulak, Marjorie Kitchell, Ken Goldberg, Bill Collins, Mark Souther, Chris Roy and Kara O’Donnell deserve credit for helping with the application. I couldn’t have done it without them. [Read more…]
Archives for February 2012
My Upcoming Lecture
On Sunday, March 4, at 4 p.m., I am giving an illustrated talk about the Shaker Farm Historic District, which will be approved soon on the National Register of Historic Places. This is an opportunity to learn about the history of a gorgeous and architecturally significant part of Cleveland Heights. [Read more…]
Consider the Proposed Cleveland Heights Sustainable Zoning Code
After two years of work by City employees, the Council and our consultant, the proposed Cleveland Heights Sustainable Zoning Code is now on the City’s Web site for residents’ consideration and input. There will be three opportunities for public input before these additions and changes to our zoning code are adopted by City Council. Here is the schedule (it’s compact, so don’t miss your chance to provide input!): [Read more…]