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Variance for 23 Arden Road for Carriage House Development

  • When: 2025/01/13
  • Address: 23 Arden Road, Columbus, Ohio 43214
  • City: Columbus
  • State: OH
  • Size: 0.20 acres
  • Category: Zoning Code Modification
  • Asset Class: Detached Housing
  • Property Type: Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
  • Owner: Bonnie Smelser
  • Applicant: Brenda Parker

This ordinance grants a variance to allow the construction of a carriage house at 23 Arden Road in the R-3 Residential District. The variance includes reduced parking requirements, reduced lot area, and no rear yard for the proposed second unit. The development aligns with the Clintonville Neighborhood Plan's recommendations for accessory housing.

Why it Matters

The project provides diverse housing options while respecting neighborhood planning principles, supporting increased housing density.

Source

Allowed Uses: Two single-unit dwellings on one lot