14050 Cedar Rd, University Heights, OH 44118

Cedar Center/Mixed-Use District

The U-9 District and its regulations are established in order to achieve, among others, the following purposes: (a) To permit and encourage a mixture of uses including higher density residential, offices, limited retail, and civic uses in a manner which ensures the area is functionally competitive in today's housing and retail markets.; (b) To provide increased opportunities for economic development while strengthening the diversity of uses found in the community. (c) To provide a pedestrian-friendly, mixed use district that imparts a sense of identity and creates a unique place in the center of the community.; (d) To establish design guidelines for new development or redevelopment to ensure that an aesthetically pleasing, and pedestrian friendly environment is created. Specifically, the design guidelines are intended to: (1) Protect and preserve the appearance and character of the community. (2) Reduce the impact between zoning districts; (3) Provide interest along the streetscape.; (e) Promote building additions and renovations in a manner consistent with the objectives, standards, and design criteria for this district.; (f) To ensure that development occurs in a unified manner in accordance with an approved development plan.