ODOT approves aviation permit for building in Brook Park

COLUMBUS - The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) has approved a permit for construction of a building in Brook Park near Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport on land owned by Haslam Sports Group.

This approval follows a comprehensive review and a detailed analysis by ODOT's third-party aviation consultant of additional information submitted by both the City of Cleveland Department of Port Control and Clyde & Co., attorneys for the Haslam Sports Group.

The independent third-party consultant determined that, based on all information, construction of the proposed building would not change current flight operations at Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport. Applying sound aeronautical principles, the consultant found that "the proposed stadium would have no adverse effect on the safety and efficient use of the aeronautical environment" and recommended approval of the issuance of a permit with waiver of obstruction standards. ODOT Director Pamela Boratyn agreed with that recommendation.

"All along our goal has been to ensure that all concerns were heard and addressed, and a resolution could be found," said Boratyn.

Documents

• Power Point presentation from Clyde & Co.
• Letter from the City of Cleveland Department of Port Control
• Full report from independent third-party consultant to ODOT
• Construction Permit With Waiver of Obstruction Standards from ODOTOffice of Aviation