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Council Variance Application: CV24-111
APPLICANT: Homeside Renovations, LLC c/o Joshua Tomey; 161 N. 4th Street, Columbus, OH 43215.
PROPOSED USE: Three-unit dwelling.
LIVINGSTON AVENUE AREA COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: Approval.
CITY DEPARTMENTS' RECOMMENDATION: Approval. The site consists of one parcel developed with a single-unit dwelling in the R-3, Residential District. The requested Council variance will allow for the existing dwelling to be converted into a three-unit dwelling which would otherwise be a restricted use in the R-3 district. The request also includes a variance to reduce the lot width requirement from 50 feet to the existing 40 feet. The site is located within the planning boundaries of the Near Southside Plan (2011), which recommends “Medium Density Mixed Residential (6-10du/ac)” land uses at this location. Staff notes the proposed density is greater than the Plan’s recommendation, however, Columbus Citywide Planning Policies (C2P2) Design Guidelines (2018) recommend projects that are proposed at a density higher than that of the recommended land use may be supported if they include a high level of site and architectural design. Staff recognize existing higher density residential uses to the east, preservation of the existing home, and the site’s proximity to the East Livingston Avenue corridor as mitigating factors for support. Additionally, the project is consistent with the City’s objective of creating more housing in all areas of the city.
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To grant a Variance from the provisions of Sections 3332.035, R-3 residential district; and 3332.05(A)(4), Area district lot width requirements, of the Columbus City Codes; for the property located at 1351 KENT ST. (43205), to allow a three-unit dwelling with a reduced lot width in the R-3, Residential District (Council Variance #CV24-111).
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WHEREAS, by application #CV24-111, the owner of the property at 1351 KENT ST. (43205), is requesting a Council Variance to allow ...
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