Ward 7 Scattered Land Bank Parcel Redevelopment

The City of Cleveland’s Land Bank is offering 166 scattered parcels in Ward 7 (totaling over 13 acres) for residential infill development. Applicants must submit a development proposal and a sealed bid to purchase the selected parcels at fair‑market value. The RFP emphasizes multi‑family and single‑family housing, community‑garden or greenspace uses, and mandatory participation of minority‑owned businesses and local hiring. The City will award contracts by November 30, 2026 and may add successful firms to a Qualified Developer List for future projects. • 166 parcels across Detroit Shoreway, Ohio City, Tremont, Stockyards, Clark‑Fulton, and Cuyahoga Valley • Median parcel size ~3,023 sq ft; total land >13 acres • Targeted for multi‑family (2/3+ unit) and single‑family housing, with optional community‑garden components • Bids must be sealed and submitted electronically via OpenGov by 5 pm on November 6, 2026 • Evaluation based on technical merit (40 %), financial qualifications (20 %), and bid price (30 %) plus other criteria • Mandatory requirements: purchase at fair‑market value, documented MBE/FSB/CSB participation, Cleveland resident hiring, and community‑benefits agreements where triggered • Incentives: property‑tax abatement, financing options through the Cleveland Housing Investment Fund (CHIF)