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Notice/Advertisement Title: 3rd PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED CODE CHANGES FOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS PUBLIC HEARING MINUTES:
Contact Name: Leah Boyd
Contact Telephone Number: (614)645-1311
Contact Email Address: lsboyd@columbus.gov
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Wednesday - October 29, 2025 12:00 PM City Hall, Council Chambers
Call to Order: 12:12 PM
Councilmember Otto Beatty III
Public Hearing of Testimonies and Announcements for Proposed Zoning Code Changes to Allow for ADUs
Present: Councilmember Otto Beatty III and Councilmember Nicholas Bankston
Introduction:
Councilmember Otto Beatty III
- Opened the third and final public hearing on the proposed zoning code changes for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs).
- Noted that the policy is part of Columbus Forward and aims to define ADUs as a recognized housing type in Title 33 to reduce variance requirements.
- Emphasized the goal to permit ADUs in all residential districts to expand housing access and flexibility for families.
- Thanked city departments, legislative staff, and Council colleagues-particularly Building and Zoning Services, the Department of Development, City Attorney’s Office, Council President Pro Tem Dorans, and Council President Hardin-for their collaboration.
- Recognized team members Tigist Zemene, Leah Boyd, Amadou Agne, Katie Fallon, John Oswalt, and Andie McDowell for their work on the current draft legislation.
- Transitioned to presentation from the Department of Building and Zoning Services (BZS).
Presentation:
[Tony Celebrezze, Deputy Director, Building and Zoning Services (BZS)]
- Thanked Councilmember Beatty for his leadership and collaboration on the ADU legislation.
- Explained that the current draft reflects months of stakeholder feedback and public comments.
- Emphasized that ADUs provide practical, flexible housing options for homeowners across Columbus.
- Introduced Christine Palmer from the Zoning Section to provide a detailed overview.
[Presentation by Christine Palmer, Planning Manager ...
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