Columbus, Georgia

Georgia's First Consolidated Government

Post Office Box 1340
Columbus, Georgia, 31902-1340
(706) 653-4013
fax (706) 653-4016

Website: www.columbusga.gov/planning

Staff Report
ZC0212-6

Applicant
Ashton Homes, LLC
Owner
Jean Bigham
Location
1569-A Alta Vista Drive
Acreage
1.388 acres
Current Zoning Classification
R-1A (Low Density Residential)
Proposed Zoning Classification
R-3A (Medium Density Residential)
Council District
PLANNING ADVISORY COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
The Planning Advisory Commission recommends conditional approval based

upon the fact that although it is not consistent with the future land-use map

of the Comprehensive Plan, it is consistent with a policy statement of the

Comprehensive Plan, it is compatible with existing land-uses, and it does not

constitute spot zoning. The recommended conditions are: 1) all lighting shall

be directed internally using deflector shields and 2) the property shall be

developed as four single family residential homes only.

PLANNING DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATION
The Planning Division recommends denial based on the fact that it is not

consistent with the future land-use map of the Comprehensive Plan.
Fort Benning's Recommendation
DRI Recommendation
General Land use
Property is located in Planning District 7

Land Use Designation: Low Density Residential
Environmental Impacts
The property does not lie within a floodway and floodplain area. The developer

will need an approved drainage plan prior to issuance of a Site Development

permit, if a permit is required.
City Services
Property is served by all city services.
Traffic Impact
The proposed project is not expected to have a negative impact on the

transportation network. The Level Of Service will on Forrest Road will remain

at C (11,800 trips per day).
Surrounding Zoning
North ? R-1A (Low Density Residential)

South ? R-1A (Low Density Residential)

East ? R-1A (Low Density Residential)

West ? R-1A (Low Density Residential)
Reasonableness of Request
The proposed zoning classification is compatible with existing land-uses.
School Impact
Buffer Requirements
Attitude of Property Owners
Thirty-one (31) property owners within 300 feet were notified of the rezoning

request. The Planning Division received one comment with concerns about this

rezoning request.
Additional Information
None.
Attachments
Back to List