Monday, November 12, 2012
Solon voters decision to allow pet stores in certain retail districts means Petco can move in to Uptown Solon without an intensive planning process.
Under Solon's old zoning code, Petco wasn't allowed to move into Uptown Solon. But now that voters have amended the zoning code by passing Issue 89, Petco will be able to move into the shopping plaza as a permitted use, thereby clearing away any potentially time consuming planning processes, such as approval from the planning commission and city council. Planning Director Rob Frankland said he does not yet know when Petco plans to move into the shopping center. The company will have to obtain building and occupancy permits before they can open. Before the vote on Nov. 6, Solon's zoning code does not allow pet stores in shopping plazas and other retail-friendly areas zoned under the C-2 district, which is a "restricted commercial" setting …
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
A ballot issue to allow pet stores in certain retail areas was approved by the voters in Solon.
Pet store chain Petco will now be able to move into Uptown Solon after voters passed a zoning amendment. Voters overwhelmingly approved the amendment, which was supported by planning staff. The amendment allows pet stores in certain retail districts. The amendment had to pass citywide and in Ward 6, where Uptown Solon is located. Here are the full results:
Saturday, September 15, 2012
Solon's zoning code does not allow pet stores in shopping plazas and other retail-friendly areas. Voters will decide whether than should be changed.
Solon's zoning code does not allow pet stores in shopping plazas and other retail-friendly areas. Voters will decided Nov. 6 if they want to allow pet stores in the C-2 Zoning District. City planners can't find a good reason why they shoudn't be allowed. Planning Director Rob Frankland said there is "no obvious planning rationale" for not allowing pet stores in the same zoning district that includes shopping centers, sit-down restaurants, banks and other office and retail uses. Here is the ballot language: Shall the Ordinance permitting pet stores in the C-2, "Restricted Commercial" zoning district within the City of Solon be approved?
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
A public service announcement: The Solon Planning Commission will meet on Thursday this week.
The Solon Planning Commission has rescheduled its meeting this week for 7:30 p.m. Thursday at City Hall. The agenda includes:
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Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Right now, pet stores are prohibited in retail-friendly commercial districts in Solon.
Solon's zoning code does not allow pet stores in shopping plazas and other retail-friendly areas, but city planners can't find a good reason why they shoudn't be allowed. Now planners have a good reason to allow for pet stores in these areas: The owner of Uptown Solon Shopping Center hopes to open a pet store in the plaza. Planning Director Rob Frankland said there is "no obvious planning rationale" for not allowing pet stores in the same zoning district that includes shopping centers, sit-down restaurants, banks and other office and retail uses. The zoning code would have to be amended for pet stores to be allowed, and that would require a public hearing and to have the amendment placed on the ballot in November. City Council referred the…
Heinz Knall
4:59 pm on Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Odd that there has been a Pet Supplies Plus next to Marc's all these years. And yes, they do sell pets. Any indication of who wants to move in and into which slot? more ›