North Ridgeville Planning Commission approves Victory Park lighting and new Circle K gas station

The North Ridgeville Board of Zoning and Building Appeals convened on May 22, 2025, to discuss several key proposals and variances affecting local development. The meeting highlighted significant actions taken by the planning commission and addressed public hearings regarding zoning variances.

One of the primary topics was the approval of a lighting plan for Victory Park, located at 7777 Victory Lane. The property, zoned as I-2 light industrial, received unanimous approval from the planning commission with a vote of 5-0. A condition was set for the proposal, requiring the submission of a new photometric plan that considers both proposed and existing lighting sources.

Another major item on the agenda was the final development plat approval for Hampton Place Subdivision Phase 8. This proposal, owned by Valori Properties, also received a 5-0 vote in favor. However, it was contingent upon several conditions, including further investigation of an unclassified pipe on State Route 83, completion of the concrete roadway, and a financial guarantee for any remaining construction costs.

Additionally, the commission approved plans for a new Circle K gas station and retail store at 34273 Lorraine Road, which is zoned as B-3 Highway Commercial District. This proposal also passed with a unanimous vote.

During the public hearing segment, the board addressed a request from Kevin Callahan for variances related to the construction of an outbuilding at his residence on Darrow Road. Callahan sought a 3.9-foot variance for a side setback and a 3.6-foot variance for a rear setback, as the proposed shed would be positioned closer to the property lines than the zoning code allows. The applicant cited personal hardship as the reason for the request, indicating challenges in placing the shed elsewhere on his property.

The meeting concluded without further reports or correspondence, marking a productive session focused on local development and zoning regulations. The outcomes of these discussions will shape the future landscape of North Ridgeville, ensuring that community needs are balanced with regulatory requirements.