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Jackson Street lot-split for infill housing draws strong neighborhood opposition; zoning committee tables request
Summary
A proposed lot split on Jackson Street that would create a narrow infill lot and eliminate garage parking drew sustained opposition from neighborhood groups and civic associations; the zoning committee voted to table the application so the applicant can present a clearer development plan.
Columbus City Council zoning committee on April 22 voted to table an application to split a Jackson Street parcel into two lots and demolish an existing detached garage for future infill development, after substantial public comment and questions from committee members about parking and lack of a firm development plan.
The application sought multiple variances to reduce lot area and width and to reduce off-street parking requirements for the north parcel. Planning staff recommended approval, saying the proposal would legitimize existing nonconforming conditions and could increase housing density consistent with city goals. The Southside area commission, however, had recommended disapproval for the parking reduction and was split on the other…
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