Ward 7 Scattered Land Bank Parcel Redevelopment

The City of Cleveland Department of Economic Development has issued solicitation 2026-GEN-1 for the Ward 7 Scattered Land Bank Parcel Redevelopment. This project targets the residential infill development of approximately 166 land bank parcels across the Detroit Shoreway, Clark-Fulton, and Cuyahoga Valley areas. While the primary objective is to return these parcels to residential use, the city also encourages proposals for community gardens or nature-based solutions, provided they include a letter of intent and a non-profit sponsor. To support development, the city offers residential property tax abatements and financing through the Cleveland Housing Investment Fund. Proposals must be submitted via the OpenGov portal by November 6, 2026, with final selections expected by November 30, 2026. Submissions are required to be split into two separate uploads: a comprehensive respondent submittal and a separate sealed bid. Evaluation is based on a 100-point scale covering the bid value (30 points), development qualifications (20 points), financial qualifications (20 points), a technical proposal (20 points), and an executive summary (10 points). Mandatory requirements include verifiable proof of funds, good financial and tax standing, and, if Community Benefits Agreement triggers are met, purchase prices at or above Fair Market Value and documented commitment to Cleveland resident hiring and minority or small business participation.