Columbus City Council approves zoning changes and schedules public workshops

City Council of Columbus has taken significant steps towards modernizing its zoning regulations, with the recent approval of legislation that allows for limited rezoning requests from title 33 to title 34. This change introduces new mixed-use districts aimed at enhancing community development and economic growth.

In addition to this legislative update, the council provided an overview of the ongoing "Zoning Columbus" initiative, which is a multi-year effort to revamp the city's zoning code. The second phase of this project, recently supported by a council resolution, will concentrate on creating economic and housing opportunities. This phase aims to further modernize zoning regulations to better serve the community's needs.

Residents are encouraged to engage with the process through a series of public mapping workshops scheduled for June 16, June 23, and June 30 at various local schools. These workshops will provide an opportunity for community members to learn more about the zoning changes and to share their input on priority strategies and focus areas. All workshops will run from 5 to 7 PM, and the public is invited to attend.

For more details on the Zoning Columbus initiative and to access important documents related to phase 2, residents can visit the dedicated website. The council's proactive approach aims to ensure that the zoning code evolves in a way that reflects the needs and aspirations of Columbus residents.