February 15, 2018

Office of Council MemberAmy Murray
801 Plum St., Suite 351
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Dear Council Member Murray,

My name is ______and I am a resident of ______. As a member of the community, I am writing to you to express my concern about the potential planned development for property along Madison Road and Besuden Court in Hyde Park by Capital Investment Group (CIG).

The proposed redevelopment will demolish existing structures at 2654, 2658, 2680, 3682 Madison Road and 3636, 3640, 3646, 3648 Besuden Court and construct a six story multi-use building and parking garage. CIG is proposing a Planned Development district zone change to allow the mixed-use development.

As aresident in this area, I oppose the building of such development for the following reasons:

  • INCREASED TRAFFIC

Madison Road is already a major traffic concern, especially during holiday season and the popularity of Rookwood Shopping Center. Increased traffic flow coming from this development causes a higher risk for safety of drivers and pedestrians as well as delays and backups along Madison and the surrounding residential streets (i.e. Zumstein, Mooney, Burch). Vehicle entrance to the property parking is planned for the Madison/Zumstein intersection.

  • PARKING

The current parking plan consists of a total of 321 parking spaces - 237 for residential apartments (1.32 spaces per unit), 67 retail, and 17 office. This is not a realistic plan for the number of individuals utilizing this complex and overflow parking will spread to surrounding residential streets.

  • SIZE

The current six floor plan will be an overwhelming size for the area and is not compatible with the current surrounding properties. There is a fear that this development will decrease property value for nearby residents.

  • RESIDENTIAL DENSITY

The density is greater than any dwelling density allowed in any residential single, residential multifamily or commercial zoning district in the entire city except for the downtown district. The lot area should be equal to or greater than the 700 sq. ft/per residential dwelling unit required in new residential construction in the CC-A district. Calculations show a 473 sq. ft. lot area per dwelling unit in the proposed 2 acre development site. This is 49% greater density multifamily development than allowed by the zoning code in the CC-A district.

  • FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS

Allowing this project would open the doors for similar projects to continue throughout Hyde Park. This area has always been a residential and family-oriented community. This development could set a precedent for more high rises and commercialized buildings in the future.

I have a vested interest in my community and hope that its character and charm will remain intact.This project does not have the best interests of the community in mind and threaten to bring negative side effects to Hyde Park. I hope that as one of our elected council members, you will hear my concerns and take them into consideration as you make decisions on this matter in the future. Thank you for your time.

To find out more information please visit our website at

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Office of Council Member Chris Seelbach
801 Plum St., Suite 350
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Dear Council Member Seelbach,

My name is ______and I am a resident of ______. As a member of the community, I am writing to you to express my concern about the potential planned development for property along Madison Road and Besuden Court in Hyde Park by Capital Investment Group (CIG).

The proposed redevelopment will demolish existing structures at 2654, 2658, 2680, 3682 Madison Road and 3636, 3640, 3646, 3648 Besuden Court and construct a six story multi-use building and parking garage. CIG is proposing a Planned Development district zone change to allow the mixed-use development.

As a resident in this area, I oppose the building of such development for the following reasons:

  • INCREASED TRAFFIC

Madison Road is already a major traffic concern, especially during holiday season and the popularity of Rookwood Shopping Center. Increased traffic flow coming from this development causes a higher risk for safety of drivers and pedestrians as well as delays and backups along Madison and the surrounding residential streets (i.e. Zumstein, Mooney, Burch). Vehicle entrance to the property parking is planned for the Madison/Zumstein intersection.

  • PARKING

The current parking plan consists of a total of 321 parking spaces - 237 for residential apartments (1.32 spaces per unit), 67 retail, and 17 office. This is not a realistic plan for the number of individuals utilizing this complex and overflow parking will spread to surrounding residential streets.

  • SIZE

The current six floor plan will be an overwhelming size for the area and is not compatible with the current surrounding properties. There is a fear that this development will decrease property value for nearby residents.

  • RESIDENTIAL DENSITY

The density is greater than any dwelling density allowed in any residential single, residential multifamily or commercial zoning district in the entire city except for the downtown district. The lot area should be equal to or greater than the 700 sq. ft/per residential dwelling unit required in new residential construction in the CC-A district. Calculations show a 473 sq. ft. lot area per dwelling unit in the proposed 2 acre development site. This is 49% greater density multifamily development than allowed by the zoning code in the CC-A district.

  • FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS

Allowing this project would open the doors for similar projects to continue throughout Hyde Park. This area has always been a residential and family-oriented community. This development could set a precedent for more high rises and commercialized buildings in the future.

I have a vested interest in my community and hope that its character and charm will remain intact. This project does not have the best interests of the community in mind and threaten to bring negative side effects to Hyde Park. I hope that as one of our elected council members, you will hear my concerns and take them into consideration as you make decisions on this matter in the future. Thank you for your time.

To find out more information please visit our website at

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Address ______

Email ______

Council Member Christopher Smitherman
801 Plum St., Suite 356
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Dear Council Member Smitherman,

My name is ______and I am a resident of ______. As a member of the community, I am writing to you to express my concern about the potential planned development for property along Madison Road and Besuden Court in Hyde Park by Capital Investment Group (CIG).

The proposed redevelopment will demolish existing structures at 2654, 2658, 2680, 3682 Madison Road and 3636, 3640, 3646, 3648 Besuden Court and construct a six story multi-use building and parking garage. CIG is proposing a Planned Development district zone change to allow the mixed-use development.

As a resident in this area, I oppose the building of such development for the following reasons:

  • INCREASED TRAFFIC

Madison Road is already a major traffic concern, especially during holiday season and the popularity of Rookwood Shopping Center. Increased traffic flow coming from this development causes a higher risk for safety of drivers and pedestrians as well as delays and backups along Madison and the surrounding residential streets (i.e. Zumstein, Mooney, Burch). Vehicle entrance to the property parking is planned for the Madison/Zumstein intersection.

  • PARKING

The current parking plan consists of a total of 321 parking spaces - 237 for residential apartments (1.32 spaces per unit), 67 retail, and 17 office. This is not a realistic plan for the number of individuals utilizing this complex and overflow parking will spread to surrounding residential streets.

  • SIZE

The current six floor plan will be an overwhelming size for the area and is not compatible with the current surrounding properties. There is a fear that this development will decrease property value for nearby residents.

  • RESIDENTIAL DENSITY

The density is greater than any dwelling density allowed in any residential single, residential multifamily or commercial zoning district in the entire city except for the downtown district. The lot area should be equal to or greater than the 700 sq. ft/per residential dwelling unit required in new residential construction in the CC-A district. Calculations show a 473 sq. ft. lot area per dwelling unit in the proposed 2 acre development site. This is 49% greater density multifamily development than allowed by the zoning code in the CC-A district.

  • FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS

Allowing this project would open the doors for similar projects to continue throughout Hyde Park. This area has always been a residential and family-oriented community. This development could set a precedent for more high rises and commercialized buildings in the future.

I have a vested interest in my community and hope that its character and charm will remain intact. This project does not have the best interests of the community in mind and threaten to bring negative side effects to Hyde Park. I hope that as one of our elected council members, you will hear my concerns and take them into consideration as you make decisions on this matter in the future. Thank you for your time.

To find out more information please visit our website at

Signature ______

Printed Name ______

Address ______

Email ______

Office of Council Member David Mann
801 Plum St., Suite 349
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Dear Council Member Mann,

My name is ______and I am a resident of ______. As a member of the community, I am writing to you to express my concern about the potential planned development for property along Madison Road and Besuden Court in Hyde Park by Capital Investment Group (CIG).

The proposed redevelopment will demolish existing structures at 2654, 2658, 2680, 3682 Madison Road and 3636, 3640, 3646, 3648 Besuden Court and construct a six story multi-use building and parking garage. CIG is proposing a Planned Development district zone change to allow the mixed-use development.

As a resident in this area, I oppose the building of such development for the following reasons:

  • INCREASED TRAFFIC

Madison Road is already a major traffic concern, especially during holiday season and the popularity of Rookwood Shopping Center. Increased traffic flow coming from this development causes a higher risk for safety of drivers and pedestrians as well as delays and backups along Madison and the surrounding residential streets (i.e. Zumstein, Mooney, Burch). Vehicle entrance to the property parking is planned for the Madison/Zumstein intersection.

  • PARKING

The current parking plan consists of a total of 321 parking spaces - 237 for residential apartments (1.32 spaces per unit), 67 retail, and 17 office. This is not a realistic plan for the number of individuals utilizing this complex and overflow parking will spread to surrounding residential streets.

  • SIZE

The current six floor plan will be an overwhelming size for the area and is not compatible with the current surrounding properties. There is a fear that this development will decrease property value for nearby residents.

  • RESIDENTIAL DENSITY

The density is greater than any dwelling density allowed in any residential single, residential multifamily or commercial zoning district in the entire city except for the downtown district. The lot area should be equal to or greater than the 700 sq. ft/per residential dwelling unit required in new residential construction in the CC-A district. Calculations show a 473 sq. ft. lot area per dwelling unit in the proposed 2 acre development site. This is 49% greater density multifamily development than allowed by the zoning code in the CC-A district.

  • FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS

Allowing this project would open the doors for similar projects to continue throughout Hyde Park. This area has always been a residential and family-oriented community. This development could set a precedent for more high rises and commercialized buildings in the future.

I have a vested interest in my community and hope that its character and charm will remain intact. This project does not have the best interests of the community in mind and threaten to bring negative side effects to Hyde Park. I hope that as one of our elected council members, you will hear my concerns and take them into consideration as you make decisions on this matter in the future. Thank you for your time.

To find out more information please visit our website at

Signature ______

Printed Name ______

Address ______

Email ______

Office of CouncilMember Greg Landsman
801 Plum St., Suite 346B
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Dear Council Member Landsman,

My name is ______and I am a resident of ______. As a member of the community, I am writing to you to express my concern about the potential planned development for property along Madison Road and Besuden Court in Hyde Park by Capital Investment Group (CIG).

The proposed redevelopment will demolish existing structures at 2654, 2658, 2680, 3682 Madison Road and 3636, 3640, 3646, 3648 Besuden Court and construct a six story multi-use building and parking garage. CIG is proposing a Planned Development district zone change to allow the mixed-use development.

As a resident in this area, I oppose the building of such development for the following reasons:

  • INCREASED TRAFFIC

Madison Road is already a major traffic concern, especially during holiday season and the popularity of Rookwood Shopping Center. Increased traffic flow coming from this development causes a higher risk for safety of drivers and pedestrians as well as delays and backups along Madison and the surrounding residential streets (i.e. Zumstein, Mooney, Burch). Vehicle entrance to the property parking is planned for the Madison/Zumstein intersection.

  • PARKING

The current parking plan consists of a total of 321 parking spaces - 237 for residential apartments (1.32 spaces per unit), 67 retail, and 17 office. This is not a realistic plan for the number of individuals utilizing this complex and overflow parking will spread to surrounding residential streets.

  • SIZE

The current six floor plan will be an overwhelming size for the area and is not compatible with the current surrounding properties. There is a fear that this development will decrease property value for nearby residents.

  • RESIDENTIAL DENSITY

The density is greater than any dwelling density allowed in any residential single, residential multifamily or commercial zoning district in the entire city except for the downtown district. The lot area should be equal to or greater than the 700 sq. ft/per residential dwelling unit required in new residential construction in the CC-A district. Calculations show a 473 sq. ft. lot area per dwelling unit in the proposed 2 acre development site. This is 49% greater density multifamily development than allowed by the zoning code in the CC-A district.

  • FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS

Allowing this project would open the doors for similar projects to continue throughout Hyde Park. This area has always been a residential and family-oriented community. This development could set a precedent for more high rises and commercialized buildings in the future.

I have a vested interest in my community and hope that its character and charm will remain intact. This project does not have the best interests of the community in mind and threaten to bring negative side effects to Hyde Park. I hope that as one of our elected council members, you will hear my concerns and take them into consideration as you make decisions on this matter in the future. Thank you for your time.

To find out more information please visit our website at

Signature ______

Printed Name ______

Address ______

Email ______

Office of Council Member Jeff Pastor
801 Plum St., Suite 346A
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Dear Council Member Pastor,

My name is ______and I am a resident of ______. As a member of the community, I am writing to you to express my concern about the potential planned development for property along Madison Road and Besuden Court in Hyde Park by Capital Investment Group (CIG).

The proposed redevelopment will demolish existing structures at 2654, 2658, 2680, 3682 Madison Road and 3636, 3640, 3646, 3648 Besuden Court and construct a six story multi-use building and parking garage. CIG is proposing a Planned Development district zone change to allow the mixed-use development.

As a resident in this area, I oppose the building of such development for the following reasons:

  • INCREASED TRAFFIC

Madison Road is already a major traffic concern, especially during holiday season and the popularity of Rookwood Shopping Center. Increased traffic flow coming from this development causes a higher risk for safety of drivers and pedestrians as well as delays and backups along Madison and the surrounding residential streets (i.e. Zumstein, Mooney, Burch). Vehicle entrance to the property parking is planned for the Madison/Zumstein intersection.

  • PARKING

The current parking plan consists of a total of 321 parking spaces - 237 for residential apartments (1.32 spaces per unit), 67 retail, and 17 office. This is not a realistic plan for the number of individuals utilizing this complex and overflow parking will spread to surrounding residential streets.

  • SIZE

The current six floor plan will be an overwhelming size for the area and is not compatible with the current surrounding properties. There is a fear that this development will decrease property value for nearby residents.

  • RESIDENTIAL DENSITY

The density is greater than any dwelling density allowed in any residential single, residential multifamily or commercial zoning district in the entire city except for the downtown district. The lot area should be equal to or greater than the 700 sq. ft/per residential dwelling unit required in new residential construction in the CC-A district. Calculations show a 473 sq. ft. lot area per dwelling unit in the proposed 2 acre development site. This is 49% greater density multifamily development than allowed by the zoning code in the CC-A district.

  • FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS

Allowing this project would open the doors for similar projects to continue throughout Hyde Park. This area has always been a residential and family-oriented community. This development could set a precedent for more high rises and commercialized buildings in the future.