Explanation
Rezoning Application Z09-028
APPLICANT: Connie J. Klema; P.O. Box 991; Pataskala, Ohio 43062.
PROPOSED USE: To permit self storage use.
DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: Approval (4-0) on October 8, 2009.
CITY DEPARTMENTS' RECOMMENDATION: Approval. The requested L-M, Limited Manufacturing District would allow for a self-storage facility. The limitations prohibiting doors from facing the residences to the south along with the landscaping along the south property line will ensure that the proposal is compatible with the existing surrounding development.
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To rezone 4925 EAST MAIN STREET (43227), being 0.66± acres located on the south side of East Main Street, 200± feet east of Country Club Road, From: L-C-4, Limited Commercial District, To: L-M, Limited Manufacturing District. (Rezoning # Z09-028)
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WHEREAS, application #Z09-028 is on file with the Building Services Division of the Department of Development requesting rezoning of 0.66± acres from: L-C-4, Limited Commercial District, to L-M, Limited Manufacturing District; and
WHEREAS, the Development Commission recommends approval of said zoning change; and
WHEREAS, the City Departments recommend approval of said zoning change because the requested L-M, Limited Manufacturing District would provide limitations prohibiting doors from facing the residences to the south along with the landscaping along the south property line which will ensure that the proposal is compatible with the existing surrounding development, now, therefore:
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
Section 1. That the Official Zoning Map of the City of Columbus, as adopted by Ordinance No. 0179 -03, passed February 24, 2003, and as subsequently amended, is hereby revised by changing the zoning of the property as follows:
4925 EAST MAIN STREET (43227), being 0.66± acres located on the south side of East Main Street, 200± feet east of Country Club Road, being more particularly described as follows:
0.662 ACRES
The parcel herein described is known as being a part of the same lands conveyed in Document No 21790I14 found recorded in the Franklin County Recorders Office in Columbus, Ohio and is better known as being a part of Half Section 24, Section 15 in Township 12 North in Range 21 West in the Refugee Lands of Franklin County, Ohio and is better described as follows:
Beginning at the intersection of the east line of Country Club Road and the south line of East Main Street (U.S. Route 40); thence, with the south line of East Main Street, South 87 degrees 10 minutes 00 seconds East, 200.00 feet to an existing iron pin;
Thence, South 2 degrees 50 minutes 00 seconds West, 144.00 feet to the true point of beginning;
Thence, South 87 degrees 10 minutes 00 seconds East, 185.00 feet to a point;
Thence, South 2 degrees 50 minutes 00 seconds East, 156.00 feet to an existing iron pin;
Thence, North 87 degrees 10 minutes 00 seconds West, 185.00 feet to an existing iron pin;
Thence, North 2 degrees 50 minutes 00 seconds East, 156.00 feet to the true point of beginning.
Containing 0.662 Acres and being subject to all legal road, easements and restrictions of record. The bearings used in this description are based on the south line of East Main Street as bearing South 87 degrees 10 minutes 00 seconds East.
SECTION 2. That a Height District of thirty-five (35) feet is hereby established on the L-M, Limited Manufacturing District on this property.
SECTION 3. That the Director of the Department of Development be, and he is hereby authorized and directed to make the said changes on the said original zoning map in the office of the Building Services Division and shall register a copy of the approved L-M, Limited Manufacturing District and Application among the records of the Building Services Division as required by Section 3370.03 of the Columbus City Codes; said plan being titled, "BUCKEYE PRIDE STORAGE BUILDINGS PHASE 1," signed by Phillip M. Claggett, Architect for the Applicant and dated November 4, 2009 and said text titled, " DEVELOPMENT TEXT FOR PROPERTY ZONED L-M, LIMITED MANUFACTURING LOCATED AT 4925 EAST MAIN STREET, COLUMBUS, OHIO 43227 0.662 ACRES" signed by Connie J. Klema, Attorney for the Applicant, and dated October 2, 2009, and the text reading as follows:
DEVELOPMENT TEXT FOR PROPERTY ZONED
L-M, LIMITED MANUFACTURING
LOCATED AT 4925 EAST MAIN STREET, COLUMBUS, OHIO 43227
0.662 ACRES
0.662 Acres Of The Property Known As 4925 East Main Street, Columbus, Ohio
DATE OF L-M TEXT: 10/20/09
ZONING APPLICATION: Z09-028
OWNER: Mark Heatwole
391 Bryn Du Drive, Granville, Ohio 43023
APPLICANT: Connie J. Klema, Attorney
P.O. Box 991, Pataskala, Ohio 43062
EXISTING ZONING: L-C-4
PROPOSED ZONING: L-M; Limited Manufacturing
1. INTRODUCTION/BACKGROUND: 4925 East Main Street is located on the south side of East Main Street just east of Country Club Drive.
In 1987, rezoning application Z87-1278 was approved as Ordinance 1739-87 wherein the 4925 East Main Street was zoned as follows:
>a portion of the parcel was zoned to L-C-5 for use as a self-service car wash
>a portion of the parcel was zoned to L-C-4 for uses contained in the C-4 Commercial District with the following exceptions: adult bookstore, adult motion picture theatre or adult-only entertainment establishment. In 1988, 0.792 acres of the property zoned L-C-4 was sold, leaving approximately 0.662 acres of the property zoned L-C-4. The 0.662 acres is the property being rezoned and restricted by this Development Text.
The 0.662 acres is located behind the portion of the parcel zone L-C-5 and shares access to and from East Main Street through the L-C-5 portion.
The 0.662 acres will be improved in accordance with the Site Plan, "Buckeye Pride Storage Buildings---Phase I" dated October 20, 2009, and signed by Philip Claggett 11/4/09 submitted with this Development Text (the 0.662 acres being referred to herein as the "0.662 acres" and the "Property").
2. PERMITTED USES: The 0.662 acres shall be rezoned to L-M to permit:
>those uses contained in C-4, Section 3356.03.
>those uses contained in M, Section 3363.02(a) & (b), including self -storage units, and excluding a lumber yard, a contractor storage yard, and storage in bulk for fuel .
3. DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS: Unless otherwise indicated on the Site Plan or in this written text, the applicable development standards shall be those standards contained in Chapter 3363 of Columbus City Code (M, Manufacturing District).
A) Site Plan:
The Site Plan delineates the proposed structures, setbacks, and drive aisles which shall be permitted under this L-M District. The Property shall be developed in accordance with the Site Plan and may be slightly adjusted to reflect engineering, topographical or other site data developed at the time that development and engineering plans are completed. Any slight adjustment to the site plan shall be reviewed and may be approved by the Director of the Department of Development or his designee upon submission of the appropriate data regarding the proposed adjustment.
B) Access:
Vehicular access shall be from the existing access at East Main Street located on the portion of the parcel zoned L-C-5 and extending south through the east side of the 0.662 acres to the east side of the Property as depicted on the Site Plan.
C) Buffering, Landscaping, Open Space and/or Screening Commitments:
1. Sixteen (16) evergreen trees five (5) feet in height on ten (10) foot centers shall be installed within fifteen (15) feet of the south Property line. The Property owner shall preserve all existing vegetation within fifteen (15) feet of the south property and shall maintain all existing and newly planted landscaping in a healthy fashion and replace any dead material within sixty (60) days, weather permitting.
2. Rooftop Mechanicals Screening: Any mechanical equipment or utility hardware on the roof of a building shall be screened from view to prevent the equipment from being visible from the property line of the parcel. Ground mounted mechanical or utility equipment shall be fully screened from view from ground level by landscaping or any fence or wall utilizing comparable and compatible materials as the building materials.
D) Building design:
The storage units shall be constructed with vinyl siding and asphalt shingles and shall have the dimensions delineated in the Site Plan. No doors shall face the south of the Property.
E) Lighting and/or other environmental commitments.
1. Lighting shall be mounted on the storage units at a height of approximately nine (9) feet.
2. All lighting fixtures shall be from the same or similar manufacturer's type and color to insure compatibility.
3. Lights shall have fully shielded, recessed lamps directed downward to prevent glare and shine above the horizontal plane.
4. Notwithstanding the above requirements the building may be illuminated by light fixtures.
5. Wiring within the development shall be underground.
F) Graphics & Signage:
All graphics and signage shall comply with the Graphics Code, Article 15, Title 33 of the Columbus City Code as it applies to the M, Manufacturing District and any variance to the sign requirements shall be submitted to the Columbus Graphics Commission for consideration.
Section 4. That this ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest period allowed by law.