In a recent government meeting, officials discussed a proposal to rezone a vacant parcel located on the west side of Western Avenue at its intersection with Lake Cascades Parkway. Currently zoned as I-1 light industrial, the site is surrounded by I-2 heavy industrial zoning to the north and O-1 office institution zoning to the southeast. Notably, the parcel is not situated within a 100-year floodplain and is designated as industrial in the City of Findlay's land use plan.

The history of the site dates back to 1995 when Chase Bank constructed a drive-through building as part of the Lake Cascades Planned Unit Development (PUD), which was initiated in 1988. However, following the removal of PUDs in 2011, the property was reclassified to its current I-1 zoning.

The applicant has proposed a rezoning to C-2 general commercial, which would allow for a wider range of commercial and business uses aimed at meeting the needs of the regional area. This proposal is particularly significant given the site's proximity to Cooper Tire and the adjacent interstate, suggesting potential for increased commercial activity in the area. The meeting underscored the ongoing evolution of land use in Findlay as it adapts to changing economic and community needs.