COhatch construction progresses in Powell as downtown revamp accelerates
POWELL, Ohio (WCMH) -- Construction is progressing on COhatch's new coworking and event space in downtown Powell, as public infrastructure improvements take shape along East Olentangy Street.
Crews are installing a sidewalk in front of the future COhatch site, along with on-street public parking. The upgrades are part of a public-private investment aimed at enhancing walkability and accessibility in Powell's downtown district. Utility upgrades are also underway and the sidewalk is expected to reopen in the coming weeks, the city said.
The 13,900-square-foot COhatch facility, located at 50 and 60 E. Olentangy St., broke ground in late 2024 and is designed to offer a blend of flexible workspace and lifestyle amenities. The development is expected to create nearly 200 jobs and generate about $1.5 million annually in payroll, city officials said at the time of the groundbreaking. Watch a previous NBC4 report on COhatch Powell in the video player above.
"We're excited to continue to find new ways to serve the Powell community," said Matt Davis, CEO and co-founder of COhatch. "These unique venues set our Powell location apart as a true destination for professional growth, community engagement and memorable moments."
The Powell site will include coworking spaces, private offices, meetings rooms, event venues and a restored historic home dubbed the "60 East Member House." The location will also feature the Lani Rooftop Longer, a Hawaiian-inspired indoor and outdoor bar concept that will be open to the public and available for private bookings. COhatch members will receive exclusive access and perks, including bartending classes and priority reservations.
The new Powell location marks a continued expansion for COhatch, which was selected in 2024 as one of several developers involved in a larger plan to revitalize Powell's downtown. The city has credited partnerships like the one with COhatch for helping bring long-term improvements to the area.
"Projects such as this allow the city to use development to foster community growth by leveraging investments and programs to create opportunities for our residents and businesses," Powell city manager Andrew White said. "This is the kind of transformative development we want in downtown Powell."
Like its other locations across the country, COhatch Powell will offer scholarship programs for nonprofits and startups. More than 1,000 nonprofits and 500 startups current participate in the program nationwide, according to the company.
COhatch was founded in 2016 and operates locations in cities including Columbus, Cincinnati, Atlanta, Pittsburgh and Tampa Bay.