Explanation
Rezoning Application Z24-069
APPLICANT: Effler Commercial, LLC, c/o Erwin Effler III, Agent; 1391 West 5th Avenue, #250; Columbus, OH 43212.
PROPOSED USE: Multi-unit residential development.
DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: Approval (5-0) on February 13, 2025.
FIFTH BY NORTHWEST AREA COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: Approval.
CITY DEPARTMENTS' RECOMMENDATION: Approval. The 2.35± site consists of eight parcels, seven of which are developed with mixed-residential uses, one is undeveloped, all in the R-4, Residential District. The applicant also intends to purchase a portion of right-of-way south of Western Avenue. The requested AR-3, Apartment Residential District will allow for a multi-unit residential development with unlimited density. The Fifth by Northwest Neighborhood Plan (2009) recommends “Medium Density Mixed Residential” land uses, consistent with the proposed AR-3 district. Staff notes the site’s proximity to the West 5th Avenue and West King Avenue mixed-use corridors and other multi-unit residential developments directly to the west. A concurrent Council Variance (Ordinance #0539-2025; CV24-157) has been filed and includes variance to reduce the required landscaping and screening, building setback, vision clearance, lot coverage, perimeter yard, required parking, and the number of EV installed and EV capable parking spaces.
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To rezone 1501 GERRARD AVE. (43212), being 2.35± acres located at the southwest corner of Gerrard Avenue and Western Avenue, From: R-4, Residential District, To: AR-3, Apartment Residential District (Rezoning #Z24-069).
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WHEREAS, application #Z24-069 is on file with the Department of Building and Zoning Services requesting rezoning of 2.35± acres from R-4, Residential District, to AR-3, Apartment Residential District; and
WHEREAS, the Development Commission recommends approval of said zoning change; and
WHEREAS, the Fifth by Northwest Area Commission recommends approval of said zonin...
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