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Downtown Akron’s CitiCenter development to receive additional state historic tax credits
The vacant CitiCenter building, slated to be turned into more than 100 apartments, got a boost Wednesday when the project was awarded a second round of historic preservation state tax credits.
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Downtown Akron is located directly north of Summit Lake. The 42-block neighborhood boasts dining destinations, nightlife and cultural attractions, all within walking distance. It also features government buildings and the historic Akron Civic Theatre along with a growing range of residential options. Around 4,000 people currently live within its boundaries.
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