Purpose.
Columbus City Codes § 3318.01
in effect3318.01 - Purpose.
This chapter creates a requirement for public parkland/open space dedication to assure that public parkland and open space is adequate and that development interests are treated equitably in a rezoning. The goal of the city is to provide 5.5 acres of appropriate public parkland/open space for every 1,000 residents. Use of this land for purposes other than park uses shall require approval of Columbus city council after notification of all property owners within 125 feet of the parcel in question, notification of any applicable area commission, and notification of the recreation and parks commission.
(Ord. 1985-98 § 1 (part).)
Source: City of Columbus, City Codes and City Charter (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/oh/columbus/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIT33ZOCO_CH3318PADE_3318.01PUFetched: 10/27/2026
