The application CV24-143 requested a Council variance to allow a Type A family child care home at 5012 Sugar Plum St, Columbus, OH. The property, currently zoned SR, Suburban Residential District, hosts a single-unit dwelling. The variance specifically sought to reduce the required parking from three spaces to two for the child care home. This home-based facility is intended to serve up to 12 children. Under current zoning, Type B family child care homes for up to six children are permitted in the SR district. However, Type A homes, which cater to up to 12 children, are not allowed to operate within a dwelling unit without a variance. Staff analysis indicated practical difficulties for the applicant in meeting the standard parking requirements. The Northland Community Council recommended approval of the variance. Staff also concurred with this recommendation. Both noted that the primary use of the property would remain a single-unit dwelling. They also stated the proposal would not introduce an incompatible use into the area. The site is located within the planning boundaries of the Northland I Area Plan, which recommends "Low-Medium Density Residential" land uses.