Four-story hotel project moves forward after multi-meeting approval process
Construction has begun on the Holiday Inn Express at 20 Girl Scout Way in Macedonia. The four-story, 100-room hotel received final site plan approval from the Macedonia Planning Commission after multiple meetings and design reviews.
The project is located near the Girl Scouts of Northeast Ohio headquarters with visibility from Interstate 271. The hotel will include standard Holiday Inn Express amenities.
Planning Commission Review
Specific items approved during the final review included lighting requirements, building materials, and landscaping plans. The commission required additional trees along the I-271 corridor and at the entrance drive.
Design Elements
The building features multiple brick colors and utility-size masonry. The commission approved specific material samples during the meeting, selecting coordinated colors for exterior elements.
Required modifications included white-colored screening for rooftop equipment with cornice details and removal of pergola elements from the original design. The commission also approved coining details for red brick sections of the building.
Location Details
The site is positioned along the I-271 corridor in Macedonia’s commercial district. The location provides access for both business and leisure travelers.
The planning commission noted the site’s strategic positioning for visibility from the interstate during the approval process.
Planning Commission Review Scope
The Holiday Inn Express project review demonstrates the comprehensive nature of municipal oversight for major developments. The planning commission addressed numerous aspects during the multi-meeting approval process:
Infrastructure and Safety
- Fire department requirements including hydrant placement
- Engineering review for drainage and utilities
- Emergency access and safety considerations
Design and Materials
- Building materials selection and color coordination
- Architectural elements including brick patterns and coining details
- Rooftop equipment screening with cornice treatments
- Lighting fixtures and photometric studies
Environmental and Landscaping
- Tree species selection and native plant preferences
- Corridor landscaping along Interstate 271
- Gateway entrance treatments
- Residential area screening and visual impact
Site Development
- Building placement and height compliance
- Parking layout and circulation patterns
- Signage placement and visibility requirements
- Perimeter fencing considerations
Community Impact
- Light spillage onto neighboring properties
- Visual assessments from residential areas
- Property value and aesthetic considerations
