Summary
Huntington Bank opened a new branch, Panda Express and a Sheetz are breaking ground, and rezoning interest stretches down to Marsh Road — the area is hot for years to come.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 7
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 12, 2026.
Impact analysis
New businesses mean new tax revenue and jobs for Stow.
Residents get more dining and retail options; the city gains tax base.
Developers and supporters of workforce housing face continued delay of badly needed code fixes.
Mentions & discussions (8)
Parks & Recreation Board (Regular) - Oct 12, 2026
The Planning Commission liaison reported huge development demand, especially along the Route 59 corridor, and said the commission is now holding firm on the city's new zoning rules — recently denying a townhouse project seeking 34 units where about 20 are allowed.
Public Hearing - Jul 9, 2026
This restores objective standards — LEED-green design, accessible units, or comprehensive-plan goals — that developers must meet to get site-plan flexibility. Supporters say it protects the city from lawsuits; the Planning Commission notably did NOT recommend it.
City Council - Jun 18, 2026
Council amended the multifamily zoning ordinance to Version 2, which limits apartment development to major corridors and caps density at 10 units per acre — but then tabled it until the July 9 public hearing. Ward 2 residents near Fish Creek and Norton Roads could still see apartments in front of existing neighborhoods, which is why Coffey wants extra density tied only to mixed-use projects.
Board of Control (Regular) - May 20, 2026
Councilman Kyle Herman is pushing two zoning amendments: one to lift a density cap so mixed-use buildings with apartments over shops can be built, and one letting the city require 20% of new units to be accessible for people with limited mobility. A public hearing is set for July 9, with a council vote likely that night. The affordable housing portion may be trimmed after pushback.
City Council - May 14, 2026
Two ordinances meant to fix inconsistencies in Stow's multifamily zoning rules were tabled unanimously after debate over whether higher-density housing could reach neighborhood corridors like Fishcreek Road. Residents near Bayside Estates raised fears of three-story apartment buildings on assembled lots.
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Parks & Recreation Board (Regular) - Apr 13, 2026
Huntington Bank opened a new branch, Panda Express and a Sheetz are breaking ground, and rezoning interest stretches down to Marsh Road — the area is hot for years to come.
Planning Committee - Feb 12, 2026
The Summit County zoning code went live the Monday before the meeting. The city is already seeing its first applications under the new rules and has updated its permit forms.
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