New Green Infrastructure Project Planned for Capitol Theatre Parking Lot
The City of Cleveland is planning environmental upgrades for the Capitol Theatre parking lot in the Gordon Square Arts District to better manage stormwater. Under emergency ordinance 769-2026, the Director of Capital Projects would co-sponsor a Green Infrastructure Grant from the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District (NEORSD) to fund design and construction improvements at the lot located on Alger Court, north of Detroit Avenue.
What's in the file
The proposed project aims to implement water resource protection activities to reduce stormwater runoff and minimize the release of combined sewage into the environment. According to the 769-2026-Legislative Summary, the improvements will include:
- The installation of bioretention cells and specific plantings.
- The use of pervious pavement to allow natural systems to absorb water on-site.
- Agreements with the Gordon Square Arts District-Cleveland Improvement Corporation or its designee regarding the use and maintenance of the lot.
The funding for the estimated $750,000 project is outlined below:
| Funding Source | Amount |
|---|---|
| NEORSD Grant Amount | $250,000 |
| Proposed CIP Funds (Public Facilities Bonds) | $500,000 |
Who may be affected
- Ward 7: The project is located within this ward, represented by Council Member Austin Davis.
- Gordon Square Arts District-Cleveland Improvement Corporation: Named as a partner for the design, construction, and maintenance of the improvements.
- Mayor’s Office of Capital Projects: The department responsible for entering into the necessary agreements.
Status and timeline
The ordinance is currently in the following stage:
- 2026-07-10: The emergency ordinance was introduced.
- Current Status: The record indicates the file is "In Committee" with the Municipal Services and Properties Committee.
Residents can verify all information regarding this proposal by reviewing the official source record through the Cleveland City Clerk's website.
Source record
- File
- 769-2026
- Type
- Emergency Ordinance
- Status
- In Committee
- Committee
- Municipal Services and Properties Committee
- Introduced
- July 9, 2026
Official documents
- 769-2026-Legislative Summary Co-Sponsor Grant from NEORSD with Gordon Square Arts District
- 769-2026-Gordon Sq Lot aerial
- 769-2026-Ag w Gordon Square for Capital Theatre parking lot improvement
- 769-2026 Amend 769-2026
- 769-2026-as amended-desk copy-Final
- FINAL VERSION City Record October 2, 2026 Page 176