Lakeside Landing

LOCATION: Lorain, OH

The Lorain Harbor Confined Disposal Facility (CDF) was opened in 1977. It is now nearly full with dredged material. The Lorain Port Authority will ultimately have control over this 58 acre site. In 2007 the Port Authority commissioned Behnke Landscape Architecture to develop both a master plan and marketing study for this site.

Working with ERA, Behnke proposed a mixed-use development with both public and private participants.

Phase 1 of the plan was implemented in 2008 including a new entrance and signage.

Phase 2 was implemented from 2010-2012 and includes parking, promenade, and miscellaneous improvements at a cost of $3.3 million. Drastic improvements were made to the overall aesthetic of the site, as well as, drainage, utilities, limiting dock access, and improving overall site safety.