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Development commission backs 216-unit apartment project on Central College Road over neighborhood objections
Summary
The Columbus Development Commission voted to recommend approval of a 216-unit Preferred Living apartment development at 4691 Central College Road after lengthy public comment about density, setbacks and traffic. The Northland Community Council had recommended disapproval.
The Columbus City Development Commission on July 10 voted to send a recommendation of approval to City Council for a 216-unit apartment complex proposed at 4691 Central College Road, despite sustained opposition from the Northland Community Council and dozens of nearby residents.
The project, proposed by Preferred Living, would rezone the site to a limited apartment residential district and build 216 units with amenities including a pool, clubhouse, pickleball courts and on-site parking. Developer representatives described multiple revisions to the site plan that increased setbacks and added screening after meetings with the community.
Attorney David Hodge, representing Preferred Living, told the commission the project responds to city…
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