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New vision for Shaker Square: Officials unveil plans for Cleveland landmark's revitalization

Lynna Lai, WKYC

CLEVELAND — Thursday night, the nonprofits that own and operate Cleveland’s Shaker Square unveiled an ambitious revitalization plan to the community that includes new housing and retail development.

It’s a vision to restore the historic landmark that’s more than two years in the making, after the neighborhood staple had to be rescued from foreclosure.

Officials gave their presentation before a packed theater at Shaker Square’s Atlas Cinemas. The plan includes more green space, outdoor patios for unique restaurants, more than 170 new housing units outside the square for a bigger customer base, and additional attractions to make the town square a destination.

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