Columbus, Georgia

Georgia's First Consolidated Government

Post Office Box 1340
Columbus, Georgia, 31902-1340
(706) 653-4013
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Website: www.columbusga.gov/planning

7/19/2002
Honorable Mayor and Councilors
City Manager
City Attorney
Clerk of Council

Subject: (ZC0206-2) Request to rezone properties located at 1528, 1529, 1531, 1532,

1535, 1536, 1539, and 1540 Ridge Creek Way; and 1021, 1022, 1023, 1024, and

1025 Timber Creek Way

In June 2002, an application was submitted by the Planning Division to rezone

the above properties from C-2 (Neighborhood Shopping) District to R-1A (Low

Density Residential) District as outlined in the attached report. Forty-seven

(47) property owners within 300 feet were notified of the rezoning request.

The Planning Division received a few comments concerning this rezoning

request.



The Planning Advisory Commission recommends that the request be approved based

upon the fact that it is

consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, it is compatible with existing

land-uses, it is served by city water and sewer,

and it does not constitute spot zoning.



The Planning Division recommends approval based on the fact that it is

consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and it is compatible with existing

land-uses.



The Planning Division is rezoning this area so it will comply with current

land-uses. The current land-use in the area is

residential. The developer, the engineering firm, Planning Division, and the

Codes and Inspections Division all

interpreted the tax map incorrectly. The developer and the engineering firm

brought the issue to our attention. The

Planning Division researched the plats and concluded that the zoning for this

area was incorrect. This administrative

process will correct the zoning from C-2 to R-1A which will be consistent with

the current land-use.



Respectfully,

Department of Community & Economic Development

Planning Division
Post Office Box 1340 Columbus, Georgia 31902-1340
Telephone (706) 653-4116 Fax (706) 653-4120

Staff Report
Applicant
Planning Division
Owner
N/A
Location
1528, 1529, 1531, 1532, 1535, 1536, 1539, and 1540 Ridge Creek Way; and 1021,

1022, 1023, 1024, and 1025 Timber Creek Way
Acreage
N/A
Current Zoning Classification
C-2 (Neighborhood Shopping)
Proposed Zoning Classification
R-1A (Low Density Residential) District
Current Use of Property
Single family residential
Proposed Use of Property
Single family residential

General Land use
Property is located in Planning District 2

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 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 remain at B.
Surrounding Zoning
North ? R-1A (Low Density Residential)

South ? R-1A (Low Density Residential)

East ? R-1A (Low Density Residential) & C-2 (Neighborhood Shopping)

West ? R-1A (Low Density Residential)
Reasonableness of Request
The proposed zoning classification is consistent with

the

Comprehensive Plan and is compatible with existing land-uses.
Attitude of Property Owners
Forty-seven (47) property owners within 300 feet were notified of the rezoning

request. The Planning Division received a few comments concerning this

rezoning request.
PLANNING ADVISORY COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
The Planning Advisory Commission recommends that the request be approved based

upon the fact that it is

consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, it is compatible with existing

land-uses, it is served by city water and sewer, and it does not constitute

spot zoning.

PLANNING DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATION
The Planning Division recommends approval based on the fact that it is

consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and it is compatible with existing

land-uses.
Additional Information
The Planning Division is rezoning this area so it will comply with current

land-uses. The current land-use in the area is residential. The developer,

the engineering firm, Planning Division, and the Codes and Inspections

Division all interpreted the tax map incorrectly. The developer and the

engineering firm brought the issue to our attention. The Planning Division

researched the plats and concluded that the zoning for this area was

incorrect. This administrative process will correct the zoning from C-2 to

R-1A which will be consistent with the current land-use.
Attachments
Maps & Photos
Engineering Floodplain Report
Memorandum
Date
7/10/2002
To
Will Johnson, Zoning Administrator
From
Donna Newman, Assistant Director of Engineering
Subject
Timber Creek Way & Ridge Creek Way

The Engineering Department has reviewed the above referenced rezoning application(s). Our comments to the requested zoning as regarding the Floodplain Ordinance are as follows:

  • Any apparent impact concerning the Floodplain Ordinance.

  • Floodplain/Floodway Boundary

    1. Property(s) lie within a floodplain.
    2. Property(s) lie withing a floodway.
    3. Property(s) is outside of a studied area, and requires an Engineer to show that it will not be flooded by storm water.

  • Stormwater Runoff Impact

    1. Any apparent impact. Yes
    2. Impact difficult to determine. Yes
    3. Detention requirements will be determined based on impact to existing conditions. Yes
    4. Development will change the runoff from sheet flow to point discharge. Developer should show on his development plans how he intends to address this impact. Yes
  • Other

Traffic Engineering Division Zoning Comments
Zoning Case #ZC0206-2
Date: 7/10/2002
Prepared By: R. Riley
Name Of Company Or Persons
Planning Division
ADDRESS OR SITE LOCATION
Timber Creek Way & Ridge Creek Way
PROPERTY CURRENTLY ZONED
C-2
PROPERTY REQUESTED ZONING
R-1A
SPECIAL REQUESTS
Comments
1. Property access: current (C-2), proposed (R-1A)



a) Site must conform to current requirements for R-1A (LOW DENSITY

RESIDENTIAL) District Zoning.



b) Driveways must conform to RESIDENTIAL standards.





2. Traffic Circulation and off-street parking:



Off-street parking requirements must meet the Codes and regulations of

the City of Columbus: section 22-32.





3. Traffic Impact:



No significant traffic impact to surrounding properties or streets.



4. Roadway/Area Lighting:



Additional lighting may be needed.

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