After 15 years of waiting and wondering, city officials believe momentum is gaining to revitalize about four acres of ground space at the old Downtown Hoover building.
NORTH CANTON, Ohio — For generations, the Hoover plant at Main and Maple streets was a source of pride in North Canton.
"There's a lot going on behind the scenes, a lot of discussions, negotiations. I'd say we're further along than at any time we've ever been in the history of this project," De Orio said. During a news conference in 2008, developer Stuart Lichter spoke about the economic changes that appeared to be on the way. Renderings were also displayed showing potential retail, office and factory space.
However, De Orio believes some of those concerns have been addressed after the owners put in a vapor mitigation system. He owns Pine Cone Gift Shoppe across the street from the old plant. He moved his business to the location seven years ago fully expecting new apartments and retail would provide a jolt to his business.