Urban Place Strategy

Turn Research & Local Knowledge Into Strategies That Move Your Community Forward 

We help communities make informed, confident decisions by transforming data, trends, and local insights into actionable plans. From economic performance reports and market assessments to retail planning, transportation policy, financing tools, and designations like DORAs, SIDs, and CEDs, our economic services provide a clear picture of current conditions and a practical roadmap for sustainable growth.

SERVICES

Retail Planning & Recruitment

Attract the right retailers & strengthen the commercial mix
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Market Analysis: Define the retail market area and customer profiles using tools such as Datafied & Placer

Retail Inventory: Develop and maintain databases of existing businesses, available spaces, and leasing details

Retail Mix Strategy: Identify best-fit retailers based on a retail market analysis, existing retail conditions, market demand, and space availability

Recruitment Materials: Create materials to market the district to prospective retailers

Transportation Planning & Policy

Improve access, mobility, & district connectivity
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Transit Programs: Develop or refine transit access and pass programs

Parking Evaluation: Assess parking supply and utilization to support businesses, residents, and visitors

Multimodal Access: Evaluate walk, bike, and transit connectivity 

Wayfinding Systems: Plan pedestrian and vehicular signage and navigation tools

Economic Impact Programs

Leverage programs & tools that drive activity, investment, & growth
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Special District Designations: Plan and support designations such as Designated Outdoor Refreshment Areas (DORA), Community Entertainment Districts (CED), and Special Improvement Districts (SID) to spur economic activity and programming

Financing Tools: Provide guidance on financing tools such as Revolving Loan Funds (RLF), Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit (OHPTC), and other programs

Organization Development: Structure organizations that foster economic vitality, including Community Improvement Corporations (CIC) and Downtown Business Associations (DBA)

Additional Urban Place Strategy Services

  • SID/BID Formation & Renewal

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  • Placemaking

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  • Operations & Guidance

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