Explanation
BACKGROUND: The purpose of this resolution is to support the Columbus Franklin County Finance Authority, in partnership with Steelton Holdings, LLC, Steelton Holdings II, LLC and Broadleigh Properties, LLC, in conjunction with an Ohio Department of Development Brownfield Remediation round 1 grant application of up to $3 million for site cleanup at three properties on South High Street. The project is known as The Fort. The intent of the remediation projects will be to prepare the properties for future mixed-use development including multi-family residential and commercial.
1981 S. High Street is owned by Steelton Holdings, LLC and contains two parcels; 010-112264-00 and 010-008499-00. Operated as an open dump that contains discarded construction materials including gypsum (drywall). Site remediation will include removal of gypsum and construction debris and backfill with clean soils.
2025 S. High Street is owned by Broadleigh Properties, LLC and contains parcels 010-112349-00, 010-028706-00 and 010-037423-00. The former use of this site was to manufacture vaccines for hogs. Site work will include indoor air monitoring.
2045-2055 S. High Street is owned by Steelton Holdings II, LLC, and contains two parcels; 010-055272-00 and 010-112126-00. This site was the location of Rick’s Custom Towing in the past, the primary contaminants are solvents, semi volatile organic compounds and limited impact from heavy metals. Site remediation will include soil removal and installation of vapor barrier for future multi-family housing development.
All sites will be taken through the Voluntary Action Program with the intent of providing a No Further Action letter and covenant not to sue for each property.
Emergency legislation is necessary in order to meet Ohio Department of Development Brownfield Remediation round 1 grant application deadline of January 31, 2022.
FISCAL IMPACT: There are no costs to the City of Columbus associated with a resolution of suppo...
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