Description
Title: To grant a Variance from the provisions of Sections 3353.03, Permitted Uses, of the Columbus City Codes; for the property located at 2515 LOCKBOURNE RD. (43207), to allow accessory storage in the C-2, Commercial District (Council Variance #CV25-134).
Summary
The City of Columbus is considering a Council Variance application (CV25-134) for a property located at 2515 Lockbourne Road. The site, currently zoned as C-2 Commercial District, is developed with a community center and seeks to allow three shipping containers for accessory storage. This variance is necessary because the existing zoning does not permit accessory storage. The applicant, FACCES at Starting Point, aims to operate a Marketplace as part of its community service, addressing the area's status as a food desert by providing fresh produce and essential goods. The proposal aligns with the Columbus Growth Strategy (2026), which designates the area for mixed-use. Approval is backed by the Far South Columbus Area Commission and city staff, emphasizing that the storage will