For years, hospitals and public policy wonks have been engaged in an ongoing debate over whether nonprofit hospitals provide adequate benefits to the community to make the tax breaks they receive a good deal for taxpayers. That debate is further complicated by the history of racist policies like redlining that still affect Clevelanders today.
The institute will be built between East 86th and East 90th streets and will require the demolition of three structures, including the former Cleveland Play House building. The Clinic also is undertaking a significant expansion of the Cole Eye Institute.