Explanation
BACKGROUND:
This ordinance repeals existing Columbus Zoning Code Chapter 3391, Nonconforming Uses and Existing Uses, and creates a new Chapter 3391, Nonconformities. The revised chapter clearly separates nonconforming uses and structures, and provides for nonconforming lots and parcels. Destruction of a building will no longer terminate a nonconforming use, and the new code will allow garages and similar non-habitable additions to nonconforming residential uses.
The purpose of the proposed code change is to continue to promote development consistent with the zoning map and code as much as possible, while allowing property owners to continue and maintain legally established uses, structures, and parcels that no longer comply with underlying zoning districts or newer development standards of the zoning code.
The Columbus Development Commission voted to recommend approval of this Columbus Zoning Code revision at its monthly public meeting on October 11, 2012.
FISCAL IMPACT: No funding is required for this legislation.
Title
To amend Chapter 3391 of the Columbus City Codes, 1959, by the repeal of the existing Chapter 3391, Nonconforming Uses and Existing Uses, and enactment of a new Chapter 3391, Nonconformities, relating to expansion, moving, and restoration of nonconforming structures; expansion, substitution, and discontinuance of nonconforming uses; and the continued use of nonconforming parcels.
Body
WHEREAS, the continued use, operation, and presence of nonconforming uses, structures, and parcels
is inconsistent with the current zoning map or zoning code; and
WHEREAS, it is desirable to promote development and redevelopment consistent with the zoning map and code as much as possible; and
WHEREAS, the City of Columbus seeks to protect surrounding properties, persons, and the community from being adversely affected by nonconformities; and
WHEREAS, the City acknowledges that area-wide rezonings in the past have caused legally e...
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