Explanation
BACKGROUND
This legislation authorizes the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a contract with Jonathan Barnes Architecture and Design in an amount up to $50,000.00 in support of architectural design services that will be used to aid in the Accessory Dwelling Unit Pilot Program in the City of Columbus.
As Columbus continues to grow, there are real concerns that housing affordability and supply issues will continue to worsen. Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) provide an opportunity to increase the housing supply, provide financial stability for owners, and can be leveraged to increase affordable housing. ADUs have the opportunity to positively impact a number of Columbus residents, including aging residents looking to downsize but stay in their neighborhood; retirees on fixed incomes needing extra income to cover their mortgage; homeowners looking for real estate investments; young professionals without families; and people with disabilities that can have their own living space but still be close to family support. The overall economic impact of ADUs is that they will increase the supply of studio and one-bedroom options in Columbus.
Columbus City Council approved Ordinance 0231-2023 on February 6, 2023 authorizing and agreement with Jonathan Barnes Architecture and Design in an amount up to $125,000.00. The term of the agreement expired on October 31, 2023. In order to complete the services, a new agreement is desired with a start date of November 1, 2023 in an amount not to exceed $50,000.00.
This legislation authorized the repeal of Ordinance 2814-2023.
A waiver of competitive bidding is requested due to the immediate need in beginning design work on the Accessory Dwelling Unit Pilot in order to create housing opportunities for residents of Columbus.
Emergency Designation: Emergency action is requested to ensure that Jonathan Barnes Architecture and Design can immediately complete design services in aid of the Accessory Dwe...
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