Explanation
BACKGROUND:The Southwest Area Plan is the first plan developed for this multi-jurisdictional area bounded by Mound Street on the north, the Scioto River on the east, I-270 on the south, and the railroad right-of-way located to the west of Harrisburg Pike on the west. The Plan applies to the Southwest Area Commission boundary, which includes portions of Columbus, Franklin Township, Jackson Township and Urbancrest. The Plan was initiated at the request of the Southwest Area Commission and was undertaken as a joint effort with the Franklin County Economic Development and Planning Department. A Working Committee consisting of area stakeholders met from March 2008 to November 2008 to provide input and guidance. Three public workshops were held during this timeframe to allow for broad public input and feedback. A complete draft plan was formed in the fall of 2008 and presented to the Working Committee and then to the public at an open house. After receiving a favorable recommendation from the Working Committee, the Southwest Area Commission unanimously voted on December 17, 2008 to recommend the draft to the City Development Commission. The Development Commission reviewed the plan on January 22, 2009 and endorsed its adoption by City Council.
DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: Approval.
CITY DEPARTMENTS RECOMMENDATION: Approval.
FISCAL IMPACT: None.
Title
To adopt the Southwest Area Plan as a guide for development, redevelopment, and the planning of future public improvements.
Body
WHEREAS, the Southwest Area Plan is intended to serve as a guide for development, redevelopment, and the planning of future public improvements; and
WHEREAS, the plan, requested by the Southwest Area Commission, is the first for this area; and
WHEREAS, the effort was a collaboration between Franklin County and the City of Columbus, with township participation; and
WHEREAS, the Southwest Area Plan Working Committee guided the deve...
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