With a busy construction market in the region, contractors and subcontractors are facing greater challenges getting materials and labor to get the job done than any time in the past.
Akron Extra Blog: The popular downtown eatery is putting the finishing touches on its new digs, says owner Aaron Hervey. Plus, Akron's boutique BLU-tique hotel reopens this week after being shuttered by COVID in 2020.
From Crain's Akron Business: When the city and Summit County went through wholesale leadership changes about five years ago, many wondered how a new group of leaders would address the region's challenges. They responded by finding ways to build trust and communication.
Welty Development of Fairlawn bought two Prospect Avenue buildings for $2.7 million, according to Cuyahoga County property records. The company expects to spend several times that amount converting offices to apartments.
From Crain's Akron Business: A lease has yet to be signed, but those running the restaurant and the downtown development both say they're on track to have the restaurant open in a new space on Main Street in Akron next April.