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Council adopts rezoning for 8.755‑acre Chase Point site; one member abstains

Columbus City Common Council · May 19, 2026
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Summary

The Columbus Common Council approved Ordinance No. 12 to rezone about 8.755 acres north of State Road 46 from multi‑family (RMc) to single‑family (RS4c). Assistant Planning Director Melissa Begley presented the plan; the measure passed 6‑0 with one abstention.

Assistant Planning Director Melissa Begley presented Ordinance No. 12 during the May 19 Common Council meeting, saying, "Chase Point Capital proposes to rezone an area of 8.755 acres from RMc (Residential Multi‑Family with commitments) to RS4 (Residential: Single‑Family 4)."

The rezoning covers property generally on the north side of State Road 46 between County Road 500 West and Belmont Drive. Begley displayed maps and described the change as a shift to single‑family zoning to reflect the applicant's proposal. Councilor Tom Dell clarified that the site does not have direct access from State Road 46, and Begley confirmed access is limited to Belmont Road and County Road 500 West.

Councilor Elaine Hilber moved to pass the second reading and adopt the ordinance; Councilor Tom Dell seconded. The roll‑call vote recorded six Aye votes and one abstention by Councilor Grace Kestler, and the ordinance was adopted.

The ordinance changes the official zoning map for the specified parcel and will be reflected in city records. No members of the public spoke on the item during the hearing. The council proceeded to other business after the vote.