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Hilliard planning commission approves Smoke Lick Barbecue final plan, rejects awning sign variance

Hilliard Planning and Zoning Commission · November 14, 2025
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The Hilliard Planning & Zoning Commission approved a final development plan for Smoke Lick Barbecue at 4333 Cosgrove Road with three staff conditions (including an electrical permit for the smoker), but denied the restaurant’s awning sign variance, citing consistency with the Hoffman Farms PUD sign standards.

The Hilliard Planning & Zoning Commission on Nov. 13 approved a final development plan for Smoke Lick Barbecue at 4333 Cosgrove Road but voted down a request to keep multiple awning signs.

Staff planner Seth told commissioners the smoker and associated wood pile have been on site for some time but must be brought into compliance with the National Electric Code; staff recommended approval of the final development plan provided the owner obtains an electrical permit, encloses the wood pile with stanchions to reduce…

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