Explanation
BACKGROUND: On October 4, 2010 Columbus City Council adopted the Greater Hilltop Plan Amendment, which addresses streetscape improvements, walkability, and revitalization for the West Broad Street Corridor. Commercial overlays are recommended as a tool for achieving these objectives with specific overlay types called out by area (see descriptions below and attached exhibits for further detail). While varying in detail, the Urban Commercial Overlay (UCO), Community Commercial Overlay (CCO), and Regional Commercial Overlay (RCO) all work in conjunction with existing zoning to improve the character of commercial corridors, facilitate streetscape continuity, and encourage pedestrian-friendly development.
Planning staff worked cooperatively with community leaders and stakeholders to develop the plan amendment and subsequent overlay designations. A public open house regarding the overlays was held on November 4, 2010. Impacted property owners were notified of the proposal by mail and invited to public meetings. Information was also made available on the City's website. The Greater Hilltop Area Commission voted to endorse the overlays at their December 7, 2010 meeting. The Columbus Development Commission endorsed the proposal at their January 27, 2011 meeting. It should be noted that Franklin County is pursuing a complementary overlay for township portions of the corridor.
DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: Approval
CITY DEPARTMENTS RECOMMENDATION: Approval.
FISCAL IMPACT: None.
Title
To adopt the Urban, Community, and Regional Commercial Overlays as provided for in Chapter 3372 of the Columbus Zoning Code for portions of the West Broad Street corridor area from Hague Avenue west to Phillipi Road/Georgesville Road.
Body
WHEREAS, Columbus City Council adopted the Greater Hilltop Plan Amendment on October 4, 2010 (Ord. 1211-2010); and
WHEREAS, the plan amendment recommends the application of commercial overlays t...
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