Explanation
Background: This code package includes modifications to various sections of the following Chapters of Title 9: 912, 913, 919, and 921. These modifications are necessary in order to transfer authority for private boat dock permitting to the Department of Public Utilities (DPU) and to authorize the Land Stewardship Program to be managed by DPU. The Land Stewardship Program is currently authorized by a joint management agreement between CRPD and DPU. The revisions to Title 9 are contingent upon the passage of Ordinance Number 2142-2021 authorizing the creation of Chapter 1117 of the Columbus City Codes. The changes herein shall become effective on the same date as new Code Chapter 1117.
CRPD and DPU worked together on a multi-year project to amend and improve the management of City of Columbus property located between private property and Griggs, Hoover, and O’Shaughnessy Reservoirs. The recommendation of the project team was to transfer private dock permitting to DPU in order to streamline both City of Columbus internal process and customer/public service. Currently there is duplication of responsibility which creates inefficiencies in the management of this land and the process for a neighbor to obtain a recreational boat dock requires coordination with both departments.
Also, there was agreement from the project team to codify the management of the Land Stewardship Program by DPU. This program is currently authorized by a joint management agreement. Adding this to code will improve program transparency. The CRPD Commission voted for and approved these modification in March of 2021.
Benefits to the Public: Customer service for those neighboring the Reservoirs will greatly improve. Obtaining a private boat dock permit will only require coordination with one department. CRPD worked closely with DPU to update the rules and regulations and will review and approve any changes to the program.
Community Input/Issues: A major part of the multi-ye...
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