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Notice/Advertisement Title: Gateway Digital Graphics Rules and Regulations
Contact Name: Shannon Pine
Contact Telephone Number: (614) 645-2208
Contact Email Address: spine@columbus.gov
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CITY OF COLUMBUS, OHIO
DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING AND ZONING SERVICES
Gateway Digital Graphics (GDG) Rules and Regulations and Detailed Process:
Effective July 30, 2025, applicants may submit a Graphics Commission application for a Gateway Digital Graphic. Accepted applications will be entered in date and time order of receipt. Applications received after the first six will be on hold. Installation permits for GDGs cannot be submitted until Special Permits are approved.
The process and applicable fees are described below:
1. Applicant completes the Graphics Commission Application, and on the application form, checks the box for “Special Permit,” and completes the Project Description field with “ Gateway Digital Graphic.” Applicant submits the completed application and applicable supporting documents to :zoninginfo@columbus.gov. Zoning staff will review the application to confirm that the proposed graphic is a GDG as defined in Section G.20.060 of the 2024 Zoning Code. Upon acceptance, staff will contact the applicant with the application number, and the $2,500 application fee must be paid.
2. Graphics Commission process commences with City Staff Review and scheduling for the next eligible Graphics Commission meeting.
3. Monthly Graphics Commission hearing is conducted where the Special Permit may be approved.
4. Special Permit will be emailed to the applicant upon approval by the Graphics Commission.
5. Applicant submits completed Installation Permit application, approved Special permit, and site and construction plans along with a completed owner’s affidavit per Section G.20.060.E.7.c, and any other supporting documentation to zoninginfo@columbus.gov. In accordance with Section G.20.060.E.4.d, if the GDG is within 660 feet of an interstate or controlled access high...
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