Hillside Trust Autumn 2024 Outlook

by The Hillside Trust | Aug 28, 2024

The Autumn 2024 Edition of Outlook is here. This edition highlights the ongoing concerns with hillside developments in various regions, the impact on local communities, and upcoming events organized by The Hillside Trust. Topics include:

• Ludlow, Kentucky: Fischer Homes’ development of a 64-acre hillside is moving forward despite recent landslide activity. The Hillside Trust expresses concerns over potential future instability.

• Southgate, Kentucky: Despite opposition from The Hillside Trust, a development of 575 housing units on a hillside with a history of instability was approved. Recent landslides

  have already affected nearby buildings, raising concerns about future risks.

• CUF Community Landslide: A student housing project for the University of Cincinnati caused a significant landslide due to an unretained hillside cut. Damage includes sidewalk collapse and potential waterline ruptures. A large retaining wall is under construction to mitigate further damage.

• Brookfield Lane, Mt. Lookout: A planned six-home development in a steep ravine has been halted after opposition from The Hillside Trust. The area remains under scrutiny for potential redevelopment.

• 2024 Annual Meeting: Scheduled for October 17th, featuring Jason Reser as the keynote speaker. The event will discuss trail development and is open to members of The Hillside Trust.

• 5th Annual Pope Coleman Awards: Set for April 24, 2025, honoring individuals like Robert Bilott, Cathryn Hilker, and Tim Sisson for their contributions.