Purpose
Columbus City Codes § 3325.001
in effect3325.001 - Purpose
The University District Zoning Overlay (UDZO) includes development standards that address the unique nature of the University District and serve to implement policies from the University District Plan (2015) and previous planning efforts and studies. Guiding principles include the following:
A. Preserve, stabilize, and improve neighborhoods throughout the University District.
B. Encourage a mix of land uses and variety of housing options to accommodate a diverse population.
C. Promote the use of original contributing buildings in the University Impact District.
D. Improve the physical appearance of the University District.
E. Focus highest density housing on the District's primary corridors closest to the Ohio State University to strengthen neighborhood retail and the walkable, transit supportive nature of the District, and reduce development pressure in areas where lower densities are preferred.
F. Balance parking needs with the need to preserve and enhance the walkable nature of the District and preserve the building stock.
G. Protect public investment in the Ohio State University through higher development standards and guidelines in the University Impact District.
(Ord. No. 1003-2017, § 1, 5-1-2017)
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_CH3325UNDIZOOV_3325.001PUFetched: 10/27/2026