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Orrville council OKs 50% tax abatement for Top Hat LLC downtown project

Orrville City Council ยท April 6, 2026
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Summary

The council approved a 50% property tax abatement for 10 years for Top Hat LLC at 234 W. Market Street to support a redevelopment that includes garage doors facing Depot Park and indoor live-music space; Ryan McAllister described coordination with neighboring Brick Street.

On April 6 the Orrville City Council authorized a 50% real-property tax abatement for 10 years for Top Hat LLC at 234 W. Market Street (the former Pavilion Insurance building) to support a proposed redevelopment. The council adopted Resolution 14-26 as an emergency measure.

Ryan McAllister presented project details, saying the redevelopment would include three garage doors facing Depot Park and some indoor live music. Council discussion noted coordination with Brick Street and potential modifications to a train mural to fit new garage doors. The resolution authorizes the Director of Safety and Service to enter into a tax abatement contract to implement the council's action.

The minutes record the motion and adoption; specific financial projections, incremental assessed value, or job-creation figures were not specified in the record.