Ordinance 15-21
To: Members of Dublin City Council
From: Dana L. McDaniel, City Manager
Initiated By: Jennifer M. Rauch, AICP, Director of Planning
Nichole M. Martin, AICP, Senior Planner
Date: April 6, 2021
Re: Ordinance 15-21 – Rezoning two parcels, 6077 and 6101 Avery Road, from
SO, Suburban Office and Institutional District and from NC, Neighborhood
Commercial District (Washington Township) to TF, Technology Flex District
totaling approximately 1.26 acres located west of Avery Road south of the
intersection with Irelan Place. (case 21-020Z)
Summary
This is a city-sponsored request for review and approval of a standard district rezoning to
facilitate orderly development, through a consistent zoning designation, in accordance with the
Dublin Community Plan. Two city-owned parcels are proposed to be rezoned from SO,
Suburban Office and Institutional District and from NC, Neighborhood Commercial District
(Washington Township) to TF, Technology Flex District totaling approximately 1.26 acres.
Executed separately, yet concurrently, additional right-of-way is proposed to be dedicated in
accordance with the Thoroughfare Plan.
Details
TF, Technology Flex District
The intent of the TF District is to provide a broad range of research, office, laboratory, and
clean manufacturing uses that support the diversity of Dublin’s employment base. Permitted
Uses in the District are in accordance with the established intent. A list of permitted and
conditional uses as well as the development standards within the TF District are provided for
City Council’s reference.
Community Plan
The Community Plan is a key policy document adopted by City Council to guide decision-making
for the future of Dublin’s natural and built environments. The Community Plan includes Future
Land Use (FLU) recommendations, which should be considered when a rezoning is under
consideration. The site has two FLU recommendations: 6077 Avery Road is recommended
Neighborhood Office/Institutional and 6101 Avery Road is recommended Parks/Open Space.
The TF district generally aligns with recommended development character of Neighborhood
Office/Institutional. While Parks/Open Space is recommended for the northern parcel, given the
existing development character of the area and other City park facilities nearby including
Kendall Ridge Park and Ballantrae Community Park, it is not intended for use as parkland by the
City.
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Memo re. Ord. 15-21 – Avery Road Rezoning
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The Community Plan also includes the Thoroughfare Plan and Special Area Plans. The
Thoroughfare Plan identities functional street classifications, future roadway connections, and
planned right-of-way widths. Avery Road is designated a Major Arterial. The recommended
right-of-way width for Avery Road is 124 feet. Additional Avery Road right-of-way will be
dedicated to the City in accordance with the Thoroughfare Plan recommendations. The site falls
with the Avery Road Corridor Special Area Plan, which strives to create a “cohesive corridor”
through coordinated development standards. The rezoning fulfills the goals of the Special Area
Plan.
Recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission reviewed and recommended approval to City Council of this rezoning at their
March 18, 2021 meeting. The Commission determined the proposal is generally consistent with
the recommendation of the Community Plan.
Recommendation
Recommendation of approval of Ordinance 15-21 at the second reading/public hearing on April
26, 2021.
Rezoning Application Narrative – 6101 Avery Road
Zoning Request: The current zoning for the property is SO – Suburban Office and Institutional. The City
of Dublin is requesting a zoning change to TF – Technology Flex to facilitate economic development
initiatives. In addition, rezoning the site to Technology Flex will align the site’s zoning with the adjacent
warehouse and commercial uses. This zoning change will help bring uniformity to this section of Avery
Road, which is predominantly office, warehouse, and flex commercial space, and is predominantly
Technology Flex zoning.
Adjacent Uses: In the vicinity of the subject lot, there are warehouses, flex and free-standing office
facilities, manufacturing facilities, and the City of Dublin Fleet Maintenance Facility. Immediately to the
West is an existing warehouse and office building of approximately 20,000 SF located at 6141 Avery
Road. Immediately to the South is vacant land. Immediately to the North is the drive access into 6141
Avery Road and a single story office facility. To the East is Avery Road.
Legal Description and Survey: A previous survey of 6101 Avery Road and 6077 Avery Road with
highlighted proposed right of way – which will be vacated from both sites – is included with this
submission. EMH&T is currently working with engineering to survey the site in order to provide a new
survey and legal description for the area of the site that will remain after the right of way is vacated.
Property Owners within 300 feet
a. 6077 Avery: PID 274000086, City of Dublin
b. 6100 Avery: PID 274000099, Hyland Brock LLC
c. 6124 Avery: PID 274000104, Farm & Power Equipment Retailers
d. 6141 Avery: PID 274000047, Westdale Properties LLC
e. 6131 Avery: PID 274000136, CD Community Properties LLC
f. 6151 Avery: PID 274000140, C2-JAG Legacy LLC
g. 6201 Avery: PID 274001573, Avery Lake Partners LLC
h. 6055 Avery: PID 274000289, 6055 Avery Road Limited
i. Southeast Avery Road near Innovation Dr.: PID 274000024, St. John’s Evangelical
Lutheran Church
j. Avery Road and Innovation Dr.: PID 274001317, City of Dublin
k. 6351 Shier Rings Road: PID 274000004, City of Dublin
l. 6165, 6169 Tuswell Dr.: PID 274000290, Kendal Ridge LTD
6077 Avery Road Rezoning Application Explanations
Zoning Request: The current zoning for the property is Neighborhood Commercial District (WTWP) –
which is legacy zoning that was in place when the land was annexed into the City of Dublin from
Washington Township. The City of Dublin is requesting a zoning change to TF – Technology Flex. The City
of Dublin Future Land Use Plan calls for the site to be utilized as Neighborhood Office and Institutional.
Rezoning the site to Technology Flex will align the site’s zoning with the adjacent warehouse and
commercial uses. This zoning change will help bring uniformity to this section of Avery Road, which is
predominantly office, warehouse, and flex commercial space, and is predominantly Technology Flex
zoning.
Adjacent Uses: In the vicinity of the subject lot, there are warehouses and flex office space,
manufacturing facilities, the City of Dublin Fleet Maintenance Facility and office facilities. Immediately to
the West of the site is the City of Dublin Fleet Maintenance Facility. Immediately to the North is an
existing warehouse and office building of approximately 20,000 SF located at 6141 Avery Road, and
vacant land at 6101 Avery Road. Immediately to the South is office space that is currently used as a
daycare facility. To the East is Avery Road.
Legal Description and Survey: A previous survey of 6101 Avery Road and 6077 Avery Road with
highlighted proposed right of way – which will be vacated from both sites – is included with this
submission. EMH&T is currently working with engineering to survey the site in order to provide a new
survey and legal description for the area of the site that will remain after the right of way is vacated.
Property Owners within 300 feet
a. 6101 Avery: PID 274000142, City of Dublin
b. 6100 Avery: PID 274000099, Hyland Brock LLC
c. 6124 Avery: PID 274000104, Farm & Power Equipment Retailers
d. 6141 Avery: PID 274000047, Westdale Properties LLC
e. 6131 Avery: PID 274000136, CD Community Properties LLC
f. 6151 Avery: PID 274000140, C2-JAG Legacy LLC
g. 6055 Avery: PID 274000289, 6055 Avery Road Limited
h. Southeast Avery Road near Innovation Dr.: PID 274000024, St. John’s Evangelical
Lutheran Church
i. Avery Road and Innovation Dr.: PID 274001317, City of Dublin
j. 6351 Shier Rings Road: PID 274000004, City of Dublin
k. 6141, 6145, 6153, 6157, 6165, 6169 Tuswell Dr.: PID 274000290, Kendall Ridge LTD
Dublin, Ohio Code of Ordinance s
§ 1 5 3 .044 TECHNOLOGY FLEX (TF) DISTRICT.
(A) District purp o se and inte n t. The Technology Flex (TF) District provides for a broad ra nge of research, office, laboratory and
clean manufacturing uses that will foster a well-rounded and diverse economy for the city. The TF District supports appropria te light-
industrial options, while encouraging greater opportunity for rese arch and office uses that will improve Dublin's competitive edge within
the region. Flexible architectural spaces are desired that will accommodate the expansion and changing operations of small to medium
size companie s.
(B) District u ses. Uses in the TF District are as shown on the following table . Descriptions and characteristics of use ca tegorie s
can be found in § 153.002(A) - uses definitions. Additional development requirements for particular uses are c ontained in division (C)
of this section as referenced below within the "Use Specific Standards" column.
(1) Permitted u ses. Uses denoted as "P " in Table 153.044(B)(4) indicate that the land use is allowed by right, subject to
compliance with the use-specific standards referenced in the final column of the use table and all other applicable provisions of
Chapter 153.
(2) Conditio n a l u ses. Uses denoted as "C" in Table 153.044(B)(4) indicate that the land use is allowed only upon approval of a
conditional use permit as required by § 153.236, compliance with use-specific standards reference d in the final column of the use table
and all other applicable provisions of Chapter 153.
(3) S ize o r time limited uses. Uses denoted with an "S" or "T" in Table 153.044(B)(4) indicate special limits regarding size or
time duration of the use and are subject to compliance with the use -specific sta ndards refere nced in the final column of the use table
and all other applicable provisions of Chapter 153.
(4) Ta b le o f u ses.
P=Permi tted C=Condi tional S=Si ze Limited T=Time Limi ted
PRIMARY USES
USE
SPECIFIC
STANDARDS
Comme rcial Use s
Ani mal Care- Gener al Services P,T 153.044(C)
(1)
Ani mal Care- Veteri nary Offi ces P,T 153.044(C)
(2)
Ani mal Care- Veteri nary Urgent Care and
Hospital s P,T 153.044(C)
(2)
Data Center P
Entertainment and Recreation- Indoor C
Medical and Di agnostic Laborator y P
Office- General P
Office- Cal l Center s C
Office- Flex P,S 153.044(C)
(3)
Office- Medical P
Parking Structures C
Personal, Repair and Rental Services P 153.044(C)
(4)
Retail P 153.044(C)
(4)
Transportation- Park-and-Ri de P 153.044(C)
(5)
Civic, Public & Institutional Use s
Day Car e- Chi ld P
Educati onal Facil i ty P 153.044(C(6)
Government Services- General P
Government Services- Safety P
Government Services- Servi ce P
Parks and Open Space P
P=Permi tted C=Condi tional S=Si ze Limited T=Time Limi ted
PRIMARY USES
USE
SPECIFIC
STANDARDS
Industrial Use s
Construction and Contract Service Trades P
Manufacturing and Assembly P 153.044(C)
(7)
Mini-Storage C
Motor Vehi cl e Repair- Maj or P 153.044(C)
(8)
Research and Development P
Utili ties- Renew able Energy Faci liti es C 153.044(C)
(9)
Utili ties- Electri c Substation C 153.044(C)
(10)
Utili ties- Essential Services P
Utili ties- Wi rel ess Communi cati ons see Chapter
99
153.044(C)
(11)
Whol esal ing and Distr ibution C 153.044(C)
(11)
Re side nt ial Use s
Dw el ling- Single-Family P 153.044(C)
(12)
P=Permi tted C=Condi tional S=Si ze Limited T=Time Limi ted
ACCESSORY /TEMPORARY USES
USE
SPECIFIC
STANDARDS
Accessory uses are permitted only in connection w i th a permi tted or approved
conditi onal use on the same property and must be clearly subor di nate and
incidental to that use. No accessory use may be operated w hen a permi tted or
approved conditi onal use does not exist on the property. Permitted primary uses
are permitted as accessory uses.
Bi cycl e Facil iti es P
Day Car e- Chi ld P,S 153.044(C)
(13)
Communi ty Activity T
Construction Trai ler /Office T
Corporate Residences P
Entertainment and Recreation- Indoor C
Parking Structures P
P=Permi tted C=Condi tional S=Si ze Limited T=Time Limi ted
ACCESSORY /TEMPORARY USES
USE
SPECIFIC
STANDARDS
Accessory uses are permitted only in connection w i th a permi tted or approved
conditi onal use on the same property and must be clearly subor di nate and
incidental to that use. No accessory use may be operated w hen a permi tted or
approved conditi onal use does not exist on the property. Permitted primary uses
are permitted as accessory uses.
Speci al Event T
Transportation- Transi t Stop P
Utili ties- Renew able Energy Equipment P
Utili ties- Renew able Wi nd Equipment P
Vehi cl e Charging Stati on P
Whol esal ing and Distr ibution P
(C) Use sp ecif ic standard s. The following requirements shall apply in addition to all other applicable development regulations for
specific type s of uses in the Technology Fle x (TF) District:
(1) An ima l ca re-g en era l services. Services shall be provided indoors and may include grooming, sitting (daytime only), training
and accessory retail sales of pet care products, or other similar use s. Overnight boarding is not permitted. Outdoor pet service areas
shall be located at least 50 fee t from any property line and 500 feet from any residential district or residential subarea of a planned
development district. Use of outdoor pet se rvice a reas shall be limited to between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.
(2) An ima l ca re-veterinary o f f ices and veterinary u rgent care and h o sp ita ls. Boarding of animals shall only be permitted for
the ongoing care of animals in treatment and must be provided within the principal structure. All outdoor pet servic e areas shall be
located at least 50 feet from any property line and 500 feet from any residential district or residential subarea of a planned
development district. Use of outdoor pet service areas shall be limited to betwe en the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.
(3) Of f ice-f lex. Flex office must include a minimum of 30% office use. Remaining space may be used for any combination of
research & laboratory spac e, clean manufacturing and assembly, wholesaling and/or related showroom, warehousing and or
distribution purposes. Any showroom component shall not exceed 10% of the gross floor are a of the principa l structure and shall not
count toward office calculations.
(4) Personal services and reta il. Only those uses present a s of the e ffec tive date of this section shall be permitted. Once
removed, no further uses shall be permitted a s a primary use.
(5) Tra n sporta tio n - p a rk -and-rides. P ark and ride facilities shall provide only one shelter per bus route.
(6) Ed u ca tio n a l f a cility. These uses shall have no rooms for the regular housing or sleeping of students.
(7) M a n u f actu rin g & assembly a n d wh o lesa lin g & d istrib u tio n . Any auxiliary showroom areas associated with the primary
use shall not exceed 10% of the gross floor a rea of the principal structure.
(8) M o to r vehicle rep a ir-maj o r. A vehicle may not be store d for more than 30 days. All inoperable vehicles must be pa rked in
a defined service area providing screening in a ccordance with § 153.133.
(9) Utilities- ren ewa b le en e rgy f acilities. Renewable energy facilities shall be located at least 750 feet from all residential
districts or residential subarea of a planned development distric t, unless otherwise a pproved by the P lanning and Zoning Commission.
P roperty owners must sufficie ntly demonstrate tha t adequate measures are provided to minimize off-site impacts relating to the
facility's operation.
(10) Utilities- electric su b station. Electric substations shall be located at lea st 700 feet from all reside ntial districts or residential
subarea of a planned development district.
(11) Utilities- wireless co mmunica tio n s. For regulations governing wireless communication uses, Cha pter 99 of the Dublin
Codified Ordinances shall a pply.
(12) Dwellin g - single-f a mily. Only reside ntial uses existing as of the effective date of this section are permitted. Once removed,
no further single-family dwelling shall be permitte d.
(13) Ch ild d a y ca re. Day c are components shall not exceed 20% of the gross floor area of the principal structure.
(D) S ite developmen t requiremen ts. In addition to the provisions of §§ 153.070 through 153.076, the following requirements for
arrangement and development of land and buildings shall be met:
(1) In ten sity of use. Lot size shall be sufficient to provide the yard spa ces required by this section and the following provisions:
(a) M a ximu m lo t co verage. Lot coverage for struc tures a nd impervious surfaces shall not exceed 70%.
(b) Bu ild in g h eig h t. The height of principal and accessory structures sha ll be limited based upon setback requirements of this
District as identified in § 153.044(D)(2)(c). Structures greater than 56 feet in height shall require conditional use approval in
accordance with § 153.236.
(2) S etback requiremen ts. P lacement of structures a nd improvements shall provide suffic ient separation to the adjacent site or
use according to the following provisions. Setbacks shall be provided as necessary to accommodate any additional site requirements
such as landscaping, mounding and buffering:
(a) Lot width . Lots sha ll provide a minimum of 60 feet in width at the public right-of-way.
(b) Front yard s. The required front yard setback for princ ipal and ac cessory structures shall be determined in accordance
with § 153.072.
(c) Sid e and rear ya rds. The following setbacks for components of principal and accessory structures shall be determined
based upon the he ight of ea ch individual component.
Buil di ng Height Required Mi ni m um
Set back
15 feet 15 feet
>15-29 feet 20 feet
>29-43 feet 35 feet
>43-56 feet 50 feet
Required side and rear setbacks for principal and accessory struc tures shall in no case be less than 25 feet from any residential zoning
district or a re sidential subarea of a planned development district as listed in § 153.016.
(d) Sid e pavement setback s. Required side yard setbacks for pavement, which includes open storage , service and loa ding
areas, shall be at least five feet, except for common access drives or shared se rvice courts. Required side pavement setbacks shall be
at least 25 feet from any residential zoning district or a residential subarea of a planned development district as listed in § 153.016.
(e) Rear p a vemen t setb a ck s. Required rear yard setbacks for pavement, which includes open storage, se rvice and loading
areas, shall be at least ten feet, except for c ommon access drives or shared service courts. Require d rear pavement setbacks shall be
at least 25 feet from any residential zoning district or a residential subarea of a planned development district as listed in § 153.016.
(E) Ad d itional outd o o r req u irements.
(1) Outd o o r opera tio n s. Uses shall operate entirely within an enclosed structure, unless it is determined by the Director tha t
operations are harmonious to the surrounding area and are adequately screened.
(2) Outd o o r storage. Exterior storage shall be screened in accordance with § 153.133(C)(1). Storage must be located to the
side or rear of all buildings and shall not be visible from adjacent properties or from the public right-of-way.
(3) Of f -site impacts. Uses must be conducted in a manne r harmonious with the surrounding area and comply with minimum
requirements as set forth by the provisions of § 153.076 and § 132.03 of the Dublin Codified Ordinances.
(4) S ervice area s. Overhea d doors shall be located to the side or rear of structures to minimize visibility from public stree ts.
Open service areas and loading docks shall be screened by wa lls a minimum of six feet in height, but not greater than 12 feet. Walls,
fences or landscape screening sha ll have 100% opacity to effectively conceal se rvice and loading operations from a djoining streets and
from any residential zoning district or a residential subarea of a planned development district as liste d in § 153.016. Compliance with
the provisions of § 153.133(C) shall also be required.
(F) Architectu re a n d design req u iremen ts.
(1) Arch ite ctu ra l inten t. In order to provide for flexible space required for uses within the district, architectural standards are
intentionally non-prescriptive. However, all structures within the district are expec ted to be thoughtfully designed with materials,
detailing, scale, and proportion that is intentional and carefully thought through and with specific attention toward aesthetics. Buildings
may utilize any c ombination of exterior materials from the list of pe rmitted ma terials however, in all cases, such materials shall be
applied in a manner that provides well-detaile d and aesthetica lly pleasing fac ade surfaces. Chara cteristics of a well-detailed facade
include, but are not limited to, deliberate joint patterns, finished edge detailing, and durable, rust and fade resistant finishes.
(2) Ap p lica b ility of a rchitectural req u irements. Archite ctural requirements as specified by this section shall apply to new
construction. Design of additions to structures existing as of the date of this section may coordinate with archite cture of the e xisting
structure, but to the extent possible shall me et the requirements of this section. The city may contract with a qualified architectural
consultant to determine complia nce with the arc hitecture and design requirements contained in this section.
(3) Ro o f top mech a n icals. Mechanical equipment and other functional components shall be screened from vie w from the ground
by parapets not lower than the height of the roof equipment, sc reens with materials and details compatible with the building's facades,
pitched roof areas, or special architectural features. P arapets on flat roofs shall not be included in the calcula tion for building height.
(4) M a terials. At lea st 80% of exterior walls shall be constructed of one or more of the primary materials listed below. The
following are acceptable primary and secondary building ma terials, as noted.
(a) P rimary materials.
1. Brick. Brick shall be uniform in color within any one specific color ra nge but using more than one color range to c reate
patterns is acceptable. Bricks that have bee n flashed to change color in the individual unit, distressed bricks and wood mold bricks are
not acceptable.
2. Glass. Transparent, tinted, reflective, coated, opaque, translucent, and textured glass, are permitte d.
3. Stone. Stone such as limestone , granite and marble a re acceptable . Synthetic stone of a high quality that is
indistinguishable from natural stone is also a cceptable.
4. P re-cast concrete. P re-cast concrete panels developed with shadow lines, reveals, textural changes, color variations
and/or expose d aggregate are a cceptable.
5. Architectural metal. Smooth fa ce, and textured face insulated or un-insulated metal panels are a cceptable. Careful
attention to how the panels are joined, detailed at e dges and c orners and attac hed is required. Use of corrugated or long span, high-
profile fluted or ribbed metal panels is not encouraged.
6. Synthetics. Synthetic siding ma terials such as ceme ntitious siding and EIFS are acceptable if care fully integrated into the
building's design and detaile d with a high leve l of shadow lines and reveals. P re -approval is recommended.
7. Concrete masonry units. Architectura l masonry units with specia l aggregates and finishes are acceptable. Split face
masonry units may be acceptable if combined with other masonry products to raise the level of visual quality. P re-approval is
recommended.
8. Tilt-up panels. Conc rete tilt-up panels are accepta ble if they contain a high degree of detail by the use if shadow lines,
te xtural variations and/or applied projections and limited to large footprint buildings. P re-approval is recommended.
9. Other primary building materials may be approved if demonstrated to be of similar quality to the permitted primary
materials.
(b) Secondary materials. In addition to the permitted ma terials above, the following may be used as secondary building
applications:
1. Gypsum fiber reinforced concrete (GFRC). Fiber re inforced concrete products may be used for trim or architectural
features.
2. Frost-proof ceramic tile. P orce lain or other frost-proof ceramic tiles may be used as accents or to crea te special fe atures.
3. Architectural metal. Metal extrusions, panels and structural compone nts may be used as accents or for special features
such as canopies and sunshades. These materia ls must be finished to prevent fading, staining, rust or corrosion and shall be carefully
detailed with attention towa rd aesthetics. Use of corrugated or long span, high-profile fluted or ribbed metal panels is not encouraged.
4. Split faced bloc k. Split faced block shall be used in limited quantities for components like foundations or site walls.
5. EIFS. Exterior insulated finishing systems may be used.
6. Other secondary building materials ma y be approved if demonstrated to be of similar quality to the permitted seconda ry
materials.
(5) Colo r. Structures sha ll incorporate c ombinations of color that will provide visual inte rest and be harmonious with the
surrounding area .
(a) Ba se c olors. Main building colors shall be neutral, off-white or earth tone. Base colors shall constitute a predominance of
the visible building exterior and be muted with low reflectivity.
(b) Acc ent colors. Building trim and/or detailing may utilize brighter accent colors to c reate visual interest and/or to identify
main public entrances. Application of accent colors may be used up to an amount not to exceed 10% of the total area of all building
elevations.
(6) Accessory structu res. Accessory structures shall be constructed of identical materials, style, quality and appearance as the
principal building.
(G) La n d scape requiremen ts.
(1) Compliance. All sites shall be required to comply with applicable Code requirements for landscaping in Chapter 153 with the
following modifications:
(a) In cases where § 153.132(B) requires full landsc ape c ompliance for site and/or building modifications e xceeding 25%, the
following landscape components shall apply to those structures when the exterior materials, finish or design of the building facade s are
being improve d without expanding the overall footprint of the structure:
1. Section 153.133(A)(5) Vehicular Use P erimeter Requirements;
2. Section 153.133(C) Screening of Service Structures;
3. Section 153.133(D) Additional Site Landscaping;
4. Section 153.134 Street Trees.
(b) To enc ourage maintenance and marketability of existing structures, in cases as noted in paragraph (a), § 153.133(A)(3) and
(4) and § 153.133(B) may be defe rred until such time as the building is expanded or the site rede veloped further.
(H) Altern a tiv e en ergy & d esign.
(1) Altern a tive en erg y integ ra tio n . Use of on-site alternative energy sources for greater self-sufficiency is highly enc ourage d.
Other types of alternative e nergy not addresse d by this Code may be approve d if demonstrate d to be of similar character or impa ct of
those types permitted.
(a) Wall and roof-mounte d or applied thermal and P V solar units are pe rmitted within the TF District and shall include side and
rear screening as applicable for supporting infrastructure;
(b) Ground-mounted solar units are permitted, in accordance with applicable setback requirements and shall include side a nd
rear screening for supporting infrastructure;
(c) Due to proximity to residential are as, commercial wind turbines shall not be permitted within the TF District; and
(d) Re sidential-scale wind turbines shall be permitted in accordance with applicable setba ck requirements.
(2) Altern a tive d esign methods. Integration of architec tural and site design methods and materials that promote sustaina bility
and lower energy use are strongly encourage d.
(Ord. 18-11, pa ssed 5-23-11; Am. Ord. 19-12, pa ssed 4-23-12)
Planning and Zoning Commission DRAFT
Meeting Minutes of March 18, 2021
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a. Another garage exists on the property that is commensurate in size to the size being converted,
or
b. Another garage is constructed on the property, which is commensurate in size to the garage
being converted.
Ms. Fox, yes; Mr. Supelak, yes; Mr. Schneier, yes; Mr. Fishman, yes; Ms. Call, yes.
[Motion approved 5-0]
3. Technology Flex, 21-011ADMC, Administrative Request - Code Amendment
A request for review and recommendation to City Council to amend Zoning Code Section 153.044 to modify
permitted uses in the Technology Flex District related to Motor Vehicle Repair – Major.
Staff Presentation
Ms. Noble stated that this is a proposal for a Code amendment t o modify the permitted uses in the Technology
Flex District related to Motor Vehicle Repair – Major. Tech Flex Districts are typically located outside of I-270,
positioned along major roadways, are quite visible, and have a negative impact on adjacent properties. This
has raised a question as to whether Major Automotive Repair businesses should continue to be permitted in
this district, or if they should be removed from this zoning classification. The Commission reviewed a proposed
amendment at their February 18, 2021 meeting and had no objections to the proposed language. Staff
recommends approval of the proposed amendment.
Public Comment
No public comments were received on the case.
Commission Discussion
Commission members had no objection to the proposed Code amendment.
Mr. Supelak moved, Mr. Fishman seconded a recommendation to Council for approval of an amendment to
Zoning Code Section 153.044 to modify uses in the Technology Flex District related to Motor Vehicle Repair –
Major.
Mr. Schneier, yes; Ms. Fox, yes; Ms. Call, yes; Mr. Supelak, yes; Mr. Fishman, yes.
[Motion approved 5-0]
4. 6077 & 6101 Avery Road Rezoning, 21-020Z - Rezoning
A request for review and recommendation to City Council for a rezoning of two, City-owned parcels: one from
Suburban Office and Institutional District, and one from Neighborhood Commercial District (WTWP) to the
Technology Flex District. The parcels are located west of Avery Road intersection with Irelan Place.
Case Presentation
Ms. Rauch stated that is a request to rezone two parcels, 6077 and 6101 Avery Road, respectively
approximately .90-acre and .43-acre in size, to align with the established surrounding Technology Flex District
zoning. The parcels are located west of the Avery Road intersection with Irelan Place. Both parcels currently
are vacant. The northernmost parcel, 6101 Avery Road, is zoned SO, Suburban Office and Institutional District.
The southernmost parcel, 6077 Avery Road, is zoned NC, Neighborhood Commercial District (Washington
Township). The Tech Flex District is intended to provide a wide range of uses for research, office and clean
manufacturing. Both parcels are owned by the City of Dublin. The Future Land Use Map of the Community
Plan designates the northernmost parcel as Parks and Open Space and the southernmost parcel as
Neighborhood Office and Institutional. The uses in this area are consistent with the Tech Flex District. At this
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time, the City has no plans to use the northernmost parcel as parkland. This area is within the Avery Road
Corridor Area Plan. The proposed rezoning would lend to a cohesive corridor with coordinated development
standards. Staff has reviewed this request against the applicable criteria and recommends approval.
Public Comment
No public comments were received on the case.
Commission Discussion
Ms. Fox inquired about the residential property on the west side of the pond, which is approximately 150 feet
from the corner of the southernmost property. What is the required minimum setback?
Ms. Rauch stated that the setback would be based on the height of the building.
Ms. Call stated that per the Tech Flex Code, it is 15 feet for a building height of 15 feet; if it is greater than
15 but less than 29 feet, then 20 feet would be the required minimum setback. Required side and rear setbacks
for principal and accessory structures shall in no case be less than 25 feet from any residential zoning district.
Ms. Fox inquired if screening requirements would apply.
Ms. Rauch responded affirmatively.
Commission members had no further questions.
Mr. Fishman moved, Mr. Schneier seconded a recommendation of approval of the proposed rezoning to City
Council.
Ms. Fox, yes; Mr. Fishman, yes; Ms. Call, yes; Mr. Supelak, yes; Mr. Schneier, yes.
[Motion approved 5-0]
GOAL SETTING
Staff Presentation
Ms. Rauch stated that following the Commission’s March 4 discussion and recommendations for 2021
education and training topics, staff prioritized the recommended topics for the year by quarter, based on
available resources. The training will begin in the second quarter 2021 with a refresher from Legal related to
legal items of interest for the boards and commissions; use of the Community Plan; CIP and Planning project
updates; and City initiatives. In the third quarter, education topics will include housing trends, innovative ideas
in design, placemaking, and other items that contribute to updating residential development standards or
policy. In the fourth quarter, education will include a look into the efforts and challenges of our regional
partners and the potential opportunity for a collaborative design process. She inquired if Commissioners were
satisfied with the prioritization of the topics or had further recommendations.
Ms. Noble stated that the intent was to begin with the more accessible topics and research for professional
experts within the area of architecture to provide training later in 2021.
Commission Discussion
Ms. Call stated that the only item she would recommend re-prioritizing is placemaking. Moving that topic item
forward from the third quarter to the second quarter would be beneficial due to the type of applications the
Commission likely will be reviewing at this time of year.
Ms. Fox recommended that the item Mr. Boggs referred to in the previous meeting, comprehensive plan
overview, be included. She agrees with the suggestion to move up the placemaking topic. In the future, it is
likely Commission meetings will be livestreamed for the public. This list can be used for education webinars
for future Commissioners. She would recommend retaining these t opics within the PZC shared folder for future
use.
Planning and Zoning Commission
March 18, 2021
PLANNING 5200 Emerald Parkway Dublin, Ohio 43017 phone 614.410.4600 fax 614.410.4747 dublinohiousa.gov
21-020Z – 6077 AND 6101 AVERY ROAD
Summary Zoning Map
Rezoning of two parcels, 6077 and 6101
Avery Road, from SO, Suburban Office and
Institutional District and from NC,
Neighborhood Commercial District
(Washington Township) to TF, Technology
Flex District.
Site Location
West of Avery Road and south of the
intersection with Irelan Place.
Zoning
6077 Avery Road – NC, Neighborhood
Commercial District (Washington Township)
6101 Avery Road – SO, Suburban Office and
Institutional District
Property Owner
City of Dublin
Applicant/Representative
Dana L. McDaniel, City Manager
Applicable Land Use Regulations
Zoning Code Sections 153.232 and 153.234
Case Manager
Nichole M. Martin, AICP
(614) 410-4635
nmartin@dublin.oh.us
Next Steps
Upon a recommendation of approval from the Planning and Zoning Commission, the request will be
forwarded to City Council for their consideration.
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1. Context Map
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2. Overview
Background
Two parcels, 6077 and 6101 Avery Road, which are respectively approximately .90-acre and
.43-acre in size, are proposed to be rezoned to align with the established surrounding TF,
Technology Flex District zoning. Presently, both parcels are owned by the City of Dublin. In
conjunction with the rezoning a portion of each parcel, totaling .05-acre, will be dedicated as
additional Avery Road right-of-way.
Site Characteristics
Surrounding Land Use and Development Character
North: TF, Technology Flex District (Office/Warehouse)
East: TF, Technology Flex District (Office)
South: PUD, Kendall Ridge Daycare (Daycare)
West: TF, Technology Flex District (Office/Warehouse)
Road, Pedestrian and Bike Network
Combined, the parcels have approximately 200 feet of frontage along Avery Road. Access is
provided via a drive to the north. Separate from this application, a shared-access easement will
be established to provide vehicular access to 6101 Avery Road, and a cross-access easement
will be established to provide vehicular access to 6077 Avery Road. A shared-use path extends
along the frontage of the site.
Process
Zoning Code Section 153.232(B)(2) charges the Planning and Zoning Commission with making
recommendations to City Council on amendments to the Zoning Map, which is the purpose of a
rezoning. The proposed amendment will be forwarded to City Council for their consideration as
an Ordinance.
Proposal
Rezoning two parcels to the TF, Technology Flex District to align with established surrounding
zoning. The intent of the TF District is to provide a broad range of research, office, laboratory,
and clean manufacturing uses that support the diversity of Dublin’s employment base. A list of
permitted and conditional uses as well as the development standards within the TF District are
provided as reference for the Commission’s consideration.
Community Plan
The Community Plan is a key policy document adopted by City Council to guide decision-making
for the future of Dublin’s natural and built environments. The Community Plan includes Future
Land Use (FLU) recommendations, which should be considered when a rezoning is under
consideration. The site has two FLU recommendations: 6077 Avery Road is recommended
Neighborhood Office/Institutional and 6101 Avery Road is recommended Parks/Open Space. The
TF district generally aligns with recommended development character of Neighborhood
Office/Institutional. While Parks/Open Space is recommended for the northern parcel, given the
existing development character of the area and other City park facilities nearby including Kendall
Ridge Park and Ballantrae Community Park, it is not intended for use as parkland by the City.
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The Community Plan also includes the Thoroughfare Plan and Special Area Plans. The
Thoroughfare Plan identities functional street classifications, future roadway connections, and
planned right-of-way widths. Avery Road is designated a Major Arterial. The recommended right-
of-way width for Avery Road is 124 feet. Executed separate from the rezoning, additional right-
of-way will be dedicated to the City in accordance with the Thoroughfare Plan recommendations.
The site falls with the Avery Road Corridor Special Area Plan, which strives to create a “cohesive
corridor” through coordinated development standards. The proposed rezoning supports to this
goal.
3. Criteria Analysis
Standard District Rezoning §153.232 and §153.234
1) The proposal is consistent with the intent of all applicable regulations, plans, and policies including
the Future Land Use recommendation.
Criteria Met. The proposal is largely consistent with the FLU plan. While rezoning 6101 Avery Road
deviates from the recommendations, the general intent for orderly development of the Avery Road
Corridor is met. Given the existing development character of the area and other City park facilities
nearby including Kendall Ridge Park and Ballantrae Community Park the parcel is not intended for
use as parkland by the City.
2) The proposal is consistent with the intent of all applicable regulations, plans, and policies including
the Thoroughfare Plan recommendation.
Criteria Met. The proposal is consistent with the Thoroughfare Plan recommendations. With a
rezoning additional right-of-way cannot be dedicated; however, in coordination with the Law
Director’s Office, additional Avery Road right-of-way will be dedicated and shared/cross-access
easements will be established through alternate mechanism.
3) The proposal is consistent with the intent of all applicable regulations, plans, and policies including
the Special Area Plan recommendation.
Criteria Met. The site is identified within the Avery Road Corridor Special Area Plan. The primary
planning goal identified is “to establish a cohesive corridor appearance in this transitional
redevelopment area”. Application of a consistent zoning district across these parcels fulfills the
intent of the planning goal identified in the Special Area Plan.
4. Recommendation
The proposed Rezoning is consistent with the intent all applicable regulations, plans, and policies.
Planning recommends the Planning and Zoning Commission make a recommendation of
approval to City Council.