County and areas closer to Dayton, they’re mostly built out,” he explains. “Clermont County is where the developable land is now.” A prime example is the newly established Eastern Cincinnati Innovation Park, a 160-acre site near State Route 32. “We purchased the property in June and listed it in July,” he says. “We’ve already got two interested parties negotiating, which is remarkable when you consider that large sites like this often sit on the market for years.” Beyond industrial sites, Clermont County is eyeing additional opportunities. “We’re undertaking a master planning study in 2025 to shape the future of economic development,” McClintick notes. The study will focus on trends and infrastructure needs, especially around State Route 32. “That’s going to be our industrial hub, but we also have tens of thousands of acres with development potential elsewhere,” he says. Among these opportunities are two retired coal plants, which the county is working to repurpose. The county also sees potential in its general aviation airport. McClintick explains that a master planning study, funded partly by the FAA, is underway. “We believe the airport could be a much more valuable asset than it’s currently being used for,” he says, hinting at the county’s interest in attracting aviation-related industries or expanding regional transportation options. 109 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 12 CLERMONT COUNTY, OH
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