Explanation
Rezoning Application: Z23-045
APPLICANT: Metro Development, LLC, c/o Jeffrey L. Brown, Atty.; 37 West Broad Street, Suite 460; Columbus, OH 43215.
PROPOSED USE: Multi-unit residential development.
DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: Disapproval (1-4) on March 14, 2024.
WESTLAND AREA COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: Disapproval.
CITY DEPARTMENTS' RECOMMENDATION: Approval. The site 18.11± acre site consists of four parcels, each developed with a single-unit dwelling in the R, Rural District. The proposed L-AR-1, Limited Apartment Residential District will allow redevelopment of the site with multi-unit residential development containing up to 360 units (19.88 dwelling units per acre). The submitted limitation text includes use restrictions and commitments addressing traffic improvements, landscaping, site design, and building elevations. The site is within the planning area of the Westland Plan (1994), which recommends residential development at of 3-5 dwelling units per acre. While the proposal is higher in density than recommended by the Plan, it is consistent with Columbus Citywide Planning Policies (C2P2) Design Guidelines (2018), and is reflective of the emerging development patterns in the area. Staff also notes the proposed L-AR-1 district is aligned with the City’s objectives for providing more housing units throughout all areas of the city. Concurrent Council variance (Ordinance #2133-2024; CV23-078) is requested to increase the maximum detached garage height of the proposed development.
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To rezone 2195 HOLT RD. (43123), being 18.11± acres located on the west side of Holt Road, 300± feet south of Alkire Road, From: R, Rural District, To: L-AR-1, Limited Apartment Residential District (Rezoning #Z23-045).
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WHEREAS, application #Z23-045 is on file with the Department of Building and Zoning Services requesting rezoning of 18.11± acres from R, Rural District, to L-AR-1, Limited Apartment Residential District; and
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