Resolution 60-21
To: Members of Dublin City Council
From: Dana L. McDaniel, City Manager
Date: October 19, 2021
Initiated By: Jennifer M. Rauch, AICP, Director of Planning
Nichole M. Martin, AICP, Senior Planner
Re: Resolution 60-21 – Final Plat for the replat of an approximately 6.69-acres parcel
within the Dublin City Center Subdivision to establish two new parcels
approximately 1.58-acres and 5.11-acres in size zoned BSD-SCN, Bridge Street
District - Sawmill Center Neighborhood District located northeast of the
intersection of W. Dublin-Granville Road and Dublin Center Drive (Case 21-
026FP).
Summary
This is a request, as recommended for approval by the Planning and Zoning Commission, to accept
revisions to the Dublin City Center plat to establish two new parcels in order to facilitate future
development in the Bridge Street District (BSD). The 6.69-acres site is presently developed with a
two-story, 30,000-square-foot office building with drive-thru bank.
The parcel, located at 3800 W. Dublin-Granville Road, was originally platted in 1988 as a portion of
the Dublin City Center plat (Reserve A); platting approximately 44.16-acres of land between
Sawmill Road and David Road, north of W. Dublin-Granville Road and south of Bridge Park Avenue
(identified as Federated Boulevard on the original plat).
Process
The platting process is solely for the subdivision of the properties to identify property lines,
establish easements, provide open space dedication, and create public rights-of-way. The site
layout, architectural character, and open space design for any future development are approved
separately by the required reviewing bodies.
Details
The Final Plat establishes two new lots (Lots 1 and 2) and utility easements as well as an
ingress/egress easement.
Lot 1 is a 1.578-acres parcel that establishes a new developable lot. The parcel is bounded by
three existing public rights-of-way: W. Dublin-Granville Road (south), Dublin Center Drive (west),
and Banker Drive (north). One dedicated vehicular access point is provided along Dublin Center
Drive. The plat memorializes an existing 40-foot ingress/egress (cross-access) easement between
Lots 1 and 2, which provides Lot 1 access to W. Dublin-Granville Road. Additionally, a utility
easement is established in the northwest corner of the site. The plat restricts any future vehicular
access along W. Dublin-Granville Road.
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Lot 2 is a 5.112-acre parcel that retains land for the existing office building. The parcel is bounded
by two existing public rights-of-way: W. Dublin-Granville Road (south and Banker Drive (north).
Lot 1 is located to the west along Dublin Center Drive and existing commercial parcels are located
to the east along Sawmill Road. Four dedicated vehicular access points are provided: two along W.
Dublin-Granville Road and two along Banker Drive. A cross-access easement provides circulation
between Lots 1 and 2 to accommodate the existing parking lot configuration connecting Dublin
Center Drive to Banker Drive. Additionally, a new cross-access easement is provided along a
portion of the property line between Lots 1 and 2. The plat provides the flexibility for the City and
the property owner to modify or remove cross-access easements as depicted on the plat to
accommodate future development by the filing of a joint affidavit.
Recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission
On August 5, 2021, the Commission reviewed and recommended approval (6-0) to City Council of
the Final Plat with the following conditions:
1) That the applicant update the Final Plat to establish a cross-access easement between Lots
1 and 2 to the rear of the existing structure to accommodate internal site circulation, to the
satisfaction of the City Engineer, prior to City Council’s review; and
2) That the applicant make any minor technical adjustments to the plat, prior to submission for
acceptance to City Council.
The applicant has met the conditions for the plat.
Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of the Resolution for the Final Plat.
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RECORD OF ACTION
Planning & Zoning Commission
Thursday, August 5, 2021 | 6:30 pm
The Planning and Zoning Commission took the following action at this meeting:
2. 3800 W. Dublin-Granville Road
21-026FP Final Plat
Proposal: Re-subdivision of a 6.69-acre parcel located within the Dublin City Center
Subdivision into two parcels consisting of the following acreages: 1.58
acres and 5.11 acres.
Location: Northeast of the intersection of West Dublin-Granville Road with Dublin
Center Drive and zoned Bridge Street District, Sawmill Center
Neighborhood.
Request: Review and recommendation of approval to City Council for a Final Plat
under the provisions of Subdivision Regulations, Chapter 152.
Applicant: Aaron Underhill, Underhill & Hodge
Planning Contact: Nichole M. Martin, AICP, Senior Planner
Contact Information: 614.410.4635, nmartin@dublin.oh.us
Case Information: www.dublinohiousa.gov/pzc/21-026
MOTION: Mr. Grimes moved, Mr. Supelak seconded, to recommend approval to City Council for the Final
Plat with two conditions:
1) That the applicant update the Final Plat to establish a cross-access easement between Lots 1 and
2 to the rear of the existing structure to accommodate internal site circulation, to the satisfaction
of the City Engineer, prior to City Council’s review; and
2) That the applicant make any minor technical adjustments to the plat, prior to submission for
acceptance to City Council.
VOTE: 6 – 0.
RESULT: The Final Plat was recommended for approval and forwarded to City Council.
RECORDED VOTES:
Jane Fox Absent
Warren Fishman Yes
Mark Supelak Yes
Rebecca Call Yes
Leo Grimes Yes
Lance Schneier Yes
Kim Way Yes
STAFF CERTIFICATION
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Nichole M. Martin, AICP, Senior Planner
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MEETING MINUTES
Planning & Zoning Commission
Thursday, August 5, 2021
CALL TO ORDER
Ms. Call, Chair, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and welcomed everyone to the first Planning
and Zoning Commission meeting held in the new Council Chambers at 5555 Perimeter Drive.
Tonight’s meeting can also be accessed at the City’s website. Public comments on the cases are
welcome. To submit any questions or comments during the meeting, please use the form under the
streaming video on the City’s website. Questions and comments will be relayed to the Commission
by the meeting moderator. The City desires to accommodate public participation to the greatest
extent possible.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mr. Supelak led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Commission members present: Warren Fishman, Lance Schneier, Rebecca Call, Lee Grimes, Mark
Supelak, Kim Way
Commission members absent: Jane Fox
Staff members present: Jennifer Rauch, Nichole Martin, Thaddeus Boggs.
ACCEPTANCE OF DOCUMENTS AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Mr. Supelak moved, Mr. Grimes seconded acceptance of the docume nts into the record and approval
of the June 17 and July 8 meeting minutes.
Vote: Ms. Call, yes; Mr. Fishman, yes; Mr. Schneier, yes; Mr. Grimes, yes; Mr. Supelak, yes; Mr.
Way, yes.
[Motion approved 6-0.]
Ms. Call stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission is an advisory board to City Council when
rezoning and platting of property are under consideration. In such cases, City Council will receive
recommendations from the Commission. In other cases, the Commission has the final decision-
making responsibility. Anyone who intends to address the Commission on administrative cases must
be sworn in. Ms. Call swore in individuals intending to address the Commission on tonight’s cases.
1 – 2. 3800 W. Dublin-Granville Road, 21-025PP/21-026FP, Preliminary Plat/Final Plat
These applications are a request for the re-subdivision of a 6.69-acre parcel located within the
Dublin City Center Subdivision into two parcels consisting of the following acreages: 1.58 acres and
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5.11 acres. The site is zoned Bridge Street District, Sawmill Center Neighborhood, and is located
northeast of the intersection of West Dublin-Granville Road and Dublin Center Drive.
Staff Presentation
Ms. Martin stated that this a request for review and recommendation of approval to City Council
for a combined Preliminary and Final Plat. The site is located within the Bridge Street District north
of West Dublin-Granville Road and west of Sawmill Road. The site is presently developed with an
office building and parking lot. The site has frontage on three public streets – Banker Drive, Dublin
Center Drive, and West Dublin-Granville Road, and has five access points. The request is for a re-
subdivision of the Dublin Center plat, Reserve A, which is 6.69 acres in size. The proposed
Preliminary Plat documents the existing conditions and proposes a re-subdivision into two parcels:
1.58 acres and 5.11 acres. It also memorializes existing cross access located forward of the building.
Staff is recommending a condition to address the existing cross access necessary for this site to
continue to function as it exists today. The Final Plat will be filed with the County. It reflects the lot
lines and essential easements. Staff has reviewed the applications against the existing criteria and
recommends the Commission forward the Preliminary and Final Plats with two conditions of
approval to City Council with a recommendation of approval.
Commission Questions
Mr. Supelak inquired if the scale of the parcel subdivision is comparable to other parcels within the
area.
Ms. Martin responded affirmatively.
Mr. Supelak inquired if the cross easement would limit said parcels to the south side of the parking
lot.
Ms. Martin responded that the intent of the Plat is to facilitate future development, whether it
occurs within 6 months or five years. Because it is not clear at what point that development might
occur, the plat establishes the lots but also addresses existing conditions and facilitates existing
site circulation. The request is that the applicant work with staff to provide cross access to the
tenant on Lot 2 to Dublin Center Drive and the tenant on Lot 1 to Banker Drive. The exact location
of that access is yet to be determined; however, the zone of that access and flexibility thereof will
be defined before the Plats are forwarded to City Council.
Mr. Supelak noted that Lot 1 appears to be restricted, so flexi bility with the access will be important.
Ms. Call stated that on Lot 1, there is existing parking. Will that parking count toward the
requirements for the current use on Lot 2?
Ms. Martin responded that at the time the lot was developed, it did count toward the parking
requirements. Today’s zoning requires fewer parking spaces, so Lot 2 will be able to meet their
minimum required parking, exclusive of Lot 1.
Mr. Grimes inquired if the separate lots would have access to the appropriate utilities.
Ms. Martin responded affirmatively; that has been thoroughly vetted by the Engineering Division.
Mr. Way stated that there appears to be a retention basin on the smaller lot, which he assumes
presently services the entire site. That retention would need to be accommodated on the site with
the building on Lot 2.
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Ms. Martin responded that new development would need to address water quantity and quality and
the conditions of Lot 2. Since open water areas and dry basins are not permitted within the Bridge
Street District, it will likely require underground stormwater facilities.
Applicant Presentation
Aaron Underhill, Underhill & Hodge, 8000 Walton Parkway, New Albany, Ohio, stated that he is the
attorney for the applicant, Dublin 18 LLC. With him tonight is the owner, Mr. Robert Meyers and
COO, Dan O’Hara. This group has owned this site for 2.5 years and has enhanced the existing
building and landscaping. The re-subdivision is anticipated to enhance the marketing opportunities
of the under-utilized portions of the site. They will work with staff on the cross access, which will
be noted on the plats. A future development plan will define that access, which the Commission
will review.
Commission Questions for the Applicant
Mr. Supelak inquired if, other than re-subdivision, there are no specific marketing plans at this
point.
Mr. Underhill responded affirmatively. There has been some interest from various parties, but for
confidentiality purposes, he cannot reveal the parties. There are no specific plans.
Ms. Call inquired if the property owners have a particular use in mind.
Robert Meyers, 136 Stanberry Avenue, Bexley, Ohio, property owner, stated that there is an
anticipated use. They have been in discussions with a lead prospect, which is a professional medical
use.
Commission Discussion
Mr. Way stated that he is supportive of the proposed re-subdivisions, and has no further questions.
Mr. Grimes stated that he is also supportive.
Mr. Supelak stated that his only concern is that the easement agreement be written with the
preferred flexibility for the parcels. That should be included as a condition.
Ms. Call requested that the condition be displayed and inquired if the applicant had any concerns
with the requirement to work with staff to provide those easements for the re-subdivided parcels.
Mr. Underhill responded that the staff report also addresses th is requirement. With that clarification,
they have no objection. The Commission will be reviewing any future development plan for this site
along with the proposed cross access. These meeting minutes and the staff report will reflect the
expectations for this site. The plat notes will provide that assurance.
Mr. Boggs stated that he concurs with Mr. Underhill. They will be able to identify a solution that
will be protect the existing use on the site and accommodate the manner in which it may develop
in the future. The Commission is requested to make recommendations to City Council; Council will
make the final decision on the plats. The conditions require th e access conditions be clarified before
proceeding to City Council.
Mr. Supelak stated that there is merit to preserving the access flexibility for both parties. With that,
he is comfortable with supporting the plats.
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Mr. Fishman stated that he is concerned about the easement restrictions for the second, smaller
lot. With the condition, he is comfortable with the request.
Mr. Schneier stated that given the fact that the Commission is making a recommendation, but
Council will also review it and make the decision, and given the fact, that the Commission will be
reviewing any future development plan, he has no objections.
Mr. Supelak inquired if Lot 1 would be required to address the water quality and quantity for both
parcels.
Ms. Martin responded that the new development on the parcel will need to address the stormwater
functionality component. She would anticipate there will be more than one location on the site to
do so.
Ms. Rauch stated that her understanding is also that the new development would have to mitigate
the stormwater needs for their particular parcel.
Commissioners emphasized the concern that Lot 2 should not bear the mitigation responsibility for
both lots.
Mr. Way stated that the plan seems to indicate that Lot 1 presently has the retention responsibility
for the entire site. Once Lot 1 is developed, however, would Lot 2 have the stormwater retention
responsibility for that lot only. He does not believe Lot 1 is large enough to handle the needs for
Lot 2, as well.
Ms. Call inquired if the applicant would like to move forward with the application at this point.
Mr. Underhill responded that it is important for them to move forward with the current prospect,
but they can attempt to obtain better information and resolve the issue before the plats proceed
to City Council for approval. This owner will continue to own Lot 2 and the building. As such, they
will work with the new prospect and ensure the issue is addressed fully.
Mr. Underhill stated that if there is a need to revise something with the plats, it can be identified
and addressed as part of the development plan process. He is in favor of putting less on a plat than
more, as it provides the flexibility to make changes over time. He believes the engineering issues
will be satisfactorily addressed during the development plan review process.
Mr. Boggs stated that he would concur that the engineering issues for both lots will be addressed
during the development plan process. Engineering is not present at this time, so he is reluctant to
condition a plat recommendation regarding stormwater issues.
Ms. Rauch responded that this has been a collaborative process. Those issues will be adequately
addressed when there is a proposed development to review.
Mr. Grimes moved, Mr. Way seconded a recommendation of approval to City Council of the
Preliminary Plat with two conditions:
1) Prior City Council review, to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, the applicant
update the preliminary plat to establish a cross-access easement between Lots 1
and 2 to the rear of the existing structure to accommodate inte rnal site circulation.
2) The applicant make any minor technical adjustments to the plat prior to submission
for acceptance to City Council.
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Vote: Ms. Call, yes; Mr. Fishman, yes; Mr. Schneier, yes; Mr. Grimes, yes; Mr. Supelak, yes; Mr.
Way, yes.
[Motion approved 6-0.]
Mr. Grimes moved, Mr. Supelak seconded a recommendation of approval to City Council of the Final
Plat with two conditions:
1) Prior to submission to City Council for review, the applicant update the final plat
to the satisfaction of the City Engineer to establish a cross-access easement
between Lots 1 and 2 to the rear of the existing structure to a ccommodate internal
site circulation.
2) The applicant make any minor technical adjustments to the plat prior to submission
for acceptance to City Council.
Vote: Ms. Call, yes; Mr. Fishman, yes; Mr. Schneier, yes; Mr. Grimes, yes; Mr. Supelak, yes; Mr.
Way, yes.
[Motion approved 6-0.]
OTHER
3. 2035 Dublin Framework
An overview of the Dublin 2035 Framework visioning process and a facilitated discussion with the
Commission to provide transformative ideas for the future of the City of Dublin.
Staff Presentation
Ms. Rauch provided an overview of the 2035 Dublin Framework Visioning Process at this point. This
effort is responsive to direction given by City Council at their 2020 Goal Setting session. The intent
is to identify visionary, transformative ideas to direct the City’s development toward 2035.
Following an introductory workshop, milestone one involved Council’s four committees offering and
considering “big ideas” regarding four themes: quality of life, infrastructure, land use and economic
development. Milestone 2 involved expert and public engagement, and community stakeholders
and public feedback have been solicited. Tonight, Commission members will offer their “big ideas.”
Adoption of the plan is anticipated early 2022, after which implementation will follow.
Commission Questions/Discussion
Mr. Schneier inquired if there was a “City government” category.
Ms. Rauch responded that item would fall under quality of life.
Mr. Schneier stated that one big idea would be to radically change City government.
Ms. Rauch invited him to elaborate.
Mr. Schneier stated that a big idea would be something out of the box. For instance, Houston,
Texas does not have zoning. What if Dublin’s participatory form of government was deemed not to
be the most effective to achieve City objectives? Would we have a City Council or might the City
merge with the Franklin, Delaware or Union counties? Perhaps we might have a New England town
hall type of meeting, where everyone who attends the meeting votes. He is not advocating for
anything, but we tend to believe that what we do is what we should do. Should we re-examine our
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Planning and Zoning Commission
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21-025PP/21-026FP – 3800 W. DUBLIN-
GRANVILLE ROAD
Summary Zoning Map
Resubdivision of a 6.69-acre parcel located
within the Dublin City Center Subdivision into
two parcels 1.58 acres and 5.11 acres in size.
Site Location
Northeast of the intersection of West Dublin
Granville Road and Dublin Center Drive.
Zoning
BSD-SCN: Bridge Street District – Sawmill
Center Neighborhood
Property Owner
Dublin 18, LLC.
Applicant/Representative
Aaron Underhill, Underhill & Hodge
Applicable Land Use Regulations
Subdivision Regulations, Chapter 152
Case Manager
Nichole M. Martin, AICP, Senior Planner
(614) 410-4635
nmartin@dublin.oh.us
Next Steps
Upon review and a recommendation of approval from the Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC), the
Preliminary and Final Plats will be forward to City Council for acceptance and subsequently will be
recorded with Franklin County.
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1. Context Map
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2. Overview
Resubdivision of Reserve A of a portion of Dublin City Center to facilitate additional
development under the provisions of the Bridge Street District (BSD) Zoning Code.
Case History
In March 2012, the site was rezoned as part of an area rezoning (Ord. 08-12) from CC,
Community Commercial, to BSD-SCN, Bridge Street District – Sawmill Center
Neighborhood.
In January 2013, the Administrative Review Team (ART) approved a Minor Review Project
for the replacement of two wall signs and two ground signs for the existing office building
and bank (5/3 Bank).
In July 2020, the ART approved a Minor Project Review for a landscape plan for the
existing office building and bank with conditions of approval.
Process
The Planning and Zoning Commission makes recommendations to City Council on both
Preliminary and Final Plat applications.
Preliminary Plat
The Preliminary Plat application is the first step in creating a subdivision, involving the
preliminary layout of lots, public streets, and other associated facilities.
Final Plat
A Final Plat is a refinement of the Preliminary Plat and represents the final configuration of
lots within a subdivision including establishing public rights-of-way and necessary
easements.
Site Characteristics
Natural Features
The site is relatively flat and largely developed with a 30,000-square-foot office building and
parking lot. The site includes landscape area with several mature trees and open lawn.
Surrounding Zoning and Land Use
North: BSD-SCN, Bridge Street District – Sawmill Center Neighborhood (Commercial)
East: City of Columbus
South: BSD-O, Bridge Street District – Office (Office)
West: BSD-SCN, Bridge Street District – Sawmill Center Neighborhood (Commercial)
Road, Pedestrian and Bike Network
The site has frontage on three sides, W. Dublin Granville Road (±760 feet), Dublin Center Drive
(±307 feet), and Banker Drive (±546 feet). There is one vehicular access point on Banker
Drive, one vehicular access point on Dublin Center Drive, and two vehicular access points on W.
Dublin Granville Road. Pedestrian and bicycle access is provided via a shared use path along W.
Dublin Granville Road. There is no pedestrian or bicycle access internal to the site.
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Proposal
The preliminary and final plats establishes two new lots (Lots 1 and 2) and utility easements as
well as an ingress/egress easement. In detail:
Lot 1 is a 1.578-acres parcel. The parcel is bounded by three existing public rights-of-way: W.
Dublin-Granville Road (south), Dublin Center Drive (west), and Banker Drive (north). One
dedicated vehicular access point is provided along Dublin Center Drive. The final plat
memorializes existing 40-foot ingress/egress (cross-access) easement between Lots 1 and 2,
which provides Lot 1 access to W. Dublin-Granville Road. Additionally, a utility easement is
established in the northwest corner of the site. The plat restricts any future vehicular access
along W. Dublin-Granville Road.
Lot 2 is a 5.112-acre parcel. The parcel is bounded by two existing public rights-of-way: W.
Dublin-Granville Road (south and Banker Drive (north). Lot 1 is located to the west and existing
commercial parcels are located to the east. Four dedicated vehicular access points are provided:
two along W. Dublin-Granville Road and two along Banker Drive. The configuration of the
existing parking lot provides access between Lots 1 and 2 from Dublin Center Drive to Banker
Drive. Prior City Council review, to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, the applicant should
update the preliminary and final plats to establish a cross-access easement between Lots 1 and
2 to the rear of the existing structure to accommodate internal site circulation. Prior to City
Council, Staff is willing to work with the applicant to consider plat language/options to facilitate
future development without replatting including extinguishing the ingress/egress easement as
not to restrict the location of buildings, parking lots, and open space. The final plat
memorializes existing ingress/egress (cross-access) easement between Lots 1 and 2.
Additionally, a utility easements for sanitary and electric are memorialized and established,
respectively. The plat restricts any future vehicular access along W. Dublin-Granville Road
except as expressly indicated on the plat.
The Commission is asked to make a recommendation to City Council on the acceptance of the
preliminary and final plats. With conditions, the plat conforms to the requirements of the BSD
Code and Subdivision regulations as well as the Street Network Map adopted by City Council.
3. Criteria
Preliminary Plat
1) Plat Information and Construction Requirements
Criteria Met with Condition. The proposal is consistent with the requirements of the
Subdivision Regulations. The applicant should work with Staff to make any technical
adjustments prior to City Council review.
2) Lots, Street, Sidewalk, and Bike path Standards
Criteria Met with Condition. This proposal is consistent with the lot, street, sidewalk, and
bikepath standards of the Subdivision Regulations and the BSD with condition. Prior City
Council review, to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, the applicant should update the
preliminary plat to establish a cross-access easement between Lots 1 and 2 to the rear
of the existing structure to accommodate internal site circulation.
3) Utilities
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Criteria Met. Proposed and existing utility easements are shown on the Preliminary Plat.
4) Open Space Requirements
Criteria Met. Within the BSD, publically accessible open spaces designations is required
through the specific requirement defined in the Zoning Code and not those within the
Subdivision regulations. Future development in accordance with the BSD Code will be
required to provide publically accessible open space.
Final Plat
1) Plat Information and Construction Requirements
Criteria Met with Condition. The proposal is consistent with the requirements of the
Subdivision Regulations. The applicant should work with Staff to make any technical
adjustments prior to City Council review.
2) Lots, Street, Sidewalk, and Bike path Standards
Criteria Met with Condition. This proposal is consistent with the lot, street, sidewalk, and
bikepath standards of the Subdivision Regulations and the BSD with condition. Prior City
Council review, to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, the applicant should update the
final plat to establish a cross-access easement between Lots 1 and 2 to the rear of the
existing structure to accommodate internal site circulation.
3) Utilities
Criteria Met. Proposed and existing utility easements are shown on the Final Plat.
4) Open Space Requirements
Criteria Met. Within the BSD, publically accessible open spaces designations is required
through the specific requirement defined in the Zoning Code and not those within the
Subdivision regulations. Future development in accordance with the BSD Code will be
required to provide publically accessible open space.
4. Recommendations
Preliminary Plat
Planning recommends the Planning and Zoning Commission make a recommendation of
approval to City Council with conditions:
1) Prior City Council review, to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, the applicant update
the preliminary plat to establish a cross-access easement between Lots 1 and 2 to the
rear of the existing structure to accommodate internal site circulation.
2) The applicant make any minor technical adjustments to the plat prior to submission for
acceptance to City Council.
Final Plat
Planning recommends the Planning and Zoning Commission make a recommendation of
approval to City Council with conditions:
1) Prior City Council review, to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, the applicant update
the final plat to establish a cross-access easement between Lots 1 and 2 to the rear of
the existing structure to accommodate internal site circulation.
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2) The applicant make any minor technical adjustments to the plat prior to submission for
acceptance to City Council.
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RECORD OF DETERMINATION
Administrative Review Team
Thursday, July 30, 2020
The Administrative Review Team made the following determination at this meeting:
1. 3800 W. Dublin-Granville Road
20-071MPR Minor Project Review
Proposal: A landscaping plan for an existing office building/bank on a ±7-acre site.
Location: Northeast of the intersection of W. Dublin-Granville Road with Dublin
Center Drive and zoned Bridge Street District Sawmill Center
Neighborhood
Request: Review and approval of a Minor Project under the provisions of Zoning
Code Section 153.066.
Applicant: Joseph Miller; Vorys, Slater, Seymour, and Pease, LLP.
Planning Contact: Nichole M. Martin, AICP, Planner II
Contact Information: 614.410.4635, nmartin@dublin.oh.us
Case Information: www.dublinohiousa.gov/art/20-071
Request: Approval for a Minor Project Review with the following condition:
1) That the replacement trees that decline within five years be replaced on an inch-for-inch basis.
Determination: This application was approved (6 – 0). This approval shall be valid for a period of two
years from the date of approval in accordance with Zoning Code §153.065(H) and §153.066(G).
STAFF CERTIFICATION
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Jennifer M. Rauch, AICP
Planning Director
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MEETING MINUTES
Administrative Review Team
Thursday, July 30, 2020 | Live Streaming on YouTube at 2:00 pm
ART Members and Designees: Jennifer Rauch, Planning Director (Chair); Colleen Gilger, Director of
Economic Development; Brad Fagrill, Building Standards Director; Shawn Krawetzki, Landscape Architect
Manager; Michael Hendershot, Civil Engineer II; and Chad Hamilton, Fire Inspector.
Other Staff: Nichole Martin, Planner II
Applicant: Todd Faris, Faris Planning and Design; and Chris Ingram, Vorys, Stater, Seymour, and Pease,
LLP. (Case 1)
Ms. Rauch welcomed everyone and called the meeting to order at 2:00 pm. Per the State of Emergency,
laws were enacted including the Stay at Home Order for which the City will need to live-stream all public
meetings until that order has lifted. Comments can be submitted on the City’s website before or during the
meeting.
Ms. Rauch asked if there were any amendments to the meeting minutes f rom July 16, 2020. [There were
none.] The minutes were approved as presented.
INTRODUCTION/DETERMINATION
1. 3800 W. Dublin-Granville Road
20-071MPR Minor Project Review
Ms. Martin said this application is a proposal for a landscaping plan for an existing office building/bank
northeast of the intersection of W. Dublin-Granville Road with Dublin Center Drive and zoned Bridge Street
District Sawmill Center Neighborhood. She presented an aerial view of the ±7-acre site.
Ms. Martin presented the proposed tree removal for the site and noted staff including Brian Martin, Zoning
Inspector; and the Brian Goodall, City Forrester, have collaborated with the applicant. The intent of this
proposal is to update the site and enhance the overall character.
Ms. Martin said the applicant has proposed to remove 261 caliper inches, which include: 59 caliper inches
on the bank parcel; and 202 caliper inches on the Sawmill Road parcel. She added 261 caliper inches are
proposed to be planted.
Ms. Martin said the caliper inches are proposed to be replaced on site and she presented the proposed
landscape plan and highlighted the street trees along W. Dublin-Granville Road that are to remain in addition
to 6 new trees on Dublin Center Drive; 10 new trees on Banker Drive; and 2 new trees on Sawmill Road.
She stated that for the foundation plantings requirement in the Bridge Street District Code, 72 shrubs are
required and 302 shrubs are proposed. She said the applicant has proposed a dual hedge design with
Boxwood and Taxus. She highlighted the proposed plantings around the vehicular use area that include: 7
trees and 76 shrubs to be planted along W. Dublin Granville Road; 3 trees and 30 shrubs to be planted along
Dublin Center Drive; and 2 trees and 19 shrubs to be planted along Banker Drive. Utilities will be screened
with a brick wall and evergreen shrubs.
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Ms. Martin said the application was reviewed against the Minor Project Review Criteria. All criteria has been
met with one condition. Therefore, approval is recommended with the following condition:
1) That the replacement trees that decline within five years be replaced on an inch-by-inch basis.
Ms. Martin said this is due to the applicant’ desire to install larger replacement trees than what are usually
planted but staff is agreeable with the condition.
Ms. Rauch asked both Mr. Ingram and Mr. Faris if there was anything they wished to add to this presentation.
Mr. Ingram, Vor ys, Stater, Seymour, and Pease, LLP said he was the attorney speaking on behalf of the
applicants. He said he appreciated that staff collaborated with their client and their own arborist. The existing
landscaping is hindering the marketability of the property. The building at the existing site is largely used
for the operations of a bank and the other portion is vacant and they wish to increase and open up the curb
appeal. This site was recently rezoned to Bridge Street District Corridor and everything here is being brought
up to meet those new requirements.
Ms. Rauch added she also appreciated the collaborative efforts. She asked if there were any other questions
or concerns from the Administrative Review Team members to which there were none. She asked if the
applicants were agreeable to the one condition to which Mr. Ingram answered affirmatively.
Ms. Martin confirmed that no public comments had been received.
Ms. Rauch made the motion to vote on the Minor Project Review with the one condition as stated above.
(Approved 6 – 0) She adjourned the meeting at 2:07 pm.
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Dublin, Ohio43016
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ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW TEAM
MEETING MINUTES
JANUARY 24, 2013
Attendees
Gary Gunderman, Planning Manager; Rachel Ray, Planner II; Barb Cox, Engineering Manager;
Jeff Tyler, Director of Building Standards; Alan Perkins, Fire Marshal; Fred Hahn, Director of
Parks and Open Space; Colleen Gilger, Economic Development Manager; Claudia Husak,
Planner II; Ray Harpham, Commercial Plans Examiner and Ebony Mills, Office Assistant II.
Rachel Ray called the meeting toorder.
Case Introductions
1.13-004MPR – BSC Sawmill Center Neighborhood District – Fifth Third Bank Signs
3800 West Dublin-Granville Road
Rachel Ray presented this application on behalf ofthe case manager, Jennifer Rauch.
Rachel Ray said this isarequest toreplace two wall signs and two ground signs for the Fifth
Third Bank located on the northeast corner ofthe West Dublin-Granville Road at its intersection
with Dublin Center Drive inthe BSC Sawmill Center District. She said this Minor Project Review
application isproposed inaccordance with Zoning Code Section 153.066(G). She said the
existing ground signs will be replaced with new signs with brick bases.
Ms. Ray said Planning recommends approval ofthe request with five conditions:
1.The applicant provide a scaled site plan verifying the sign locations ensuring the sign
located along Sawmill Road is not located any farther to the east than the eastern edge of
the existing sign; and
2.The brick poles for the ground signs be eliminated and new brick bases be constructed to
match the width of sign cabinets; and
3.The landscape material proposed around the sign base should be modified toprovide plant
material that reaches 3 feet in height; and
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4.The sign face should be modified toinclude added dimension for the ground sign panels to
provide interest to the sign by extruding elements of the sign face for shadowing; and
5.An easement encroachment agreement be obtained for the ground sign located along
Sawmill Road.
David Williamson, the applicant, reviewed conditions 1 and 5with Barb Cox. Ms. Cox explained
requirements for sign placement and stated she will work with the applicant to verify the
location of the easements along Sawmill Road.
Mr. Williamson requested that the fifth condition be amended tostated that the easement
encroachment agreement be obtained if determined to be necessary, inthe event that there
may be no easements within the vicinity.
Ms. Ray said she would amend the fifth condition and ensure that the applicant receives a copy
ofthe easement encroachment agreement.
Mr. Williamson said he will incorporate abrick base and comply with the landscape condition.
He said the bricks for the base will match those of the building as much as possible.
Mr. Williamson inquired if the ART prefers the lettering and logo on the sign tobe push-through
orembossed letters. Ms. Ray said the push-through letters would be more likely toachieve the
desired three-dimensional appearance. She confirmed that the ART members agreed.
Ms. Ray asked Mr. Williamson if he agreed with the conditions, asamended:
1.The applicant provide a scaled site plan verifying the sign locations ensuring the sign
located along Sawmill Road is not located any farther to the east than the eastern edge of
the existing sign; and
2.The brick poles for the ground signs be eliminated and new brick bases be constructed to
match the width of sign cabinets; and
3.The landscape material proposed around the sign base should be modified toprovide plant
material that reaches 3 feet in height; and
4.The sign face should be modified to include added dimension for the ground sign panels to
provide interest to the sign by extruding elements of the sign face for shadowing; and
5.An easement encroachment agreement be obtained for the ground sign located along
Sawmill Road, if determined necessary.
Mr. Williamson agreed tothe five conditions.
Ms. Ray confirmed that the Administrative Review Team members had no further comments
and stated that this Minor Project Review application had been approved.