The Columbus City Council's Zoning Committee approved a Council Variance (CV24-137) for a 5.83-acre site at 540 Annapolis Way. This variance supports the development of an 84-unit apartment complex by allowing deviations from required zoning standards. The requested variances include reducing the building setback along Leonard Avenue from 80 feet to 25 feet, reducing the perimeter yard from 25 feet to 20 feet, and permitting maneuvering within the required parking setback. The site is currently pending rezoning to the L-ARLD, Limited Apartment Residential District under Rezoning Application #Z24-055. Staff acknowledged practical difficulties due to the irregular shape of the parcel and recommended approval, noting that the variances reflect existing building patterns and provide quality site design. The Near East Area Commission also recommended approval with a 12-0-1 vote, with a strong encouragement to install a crosswalk with possible lights.