Columbus zoning code establishes minimum setback requirements that vary by zoning district. The Columbus City Code Title 33 (Zoning Code) specifies front, side, and rear yard setbacks for each district classification. Residential districts typically require 25-foot front setbacks, 5-foot side setbacks, and 25-foot rear setbacks.
Setback requirements in Columbus depend on the zoning district. R-1 (Residential) districts typically require 25-foot front yards, 5-foot side yards, and 25-foot rear yards. Commercial and industrial districts have different requirements. Setbacks are measured from the property line to the building wall. Variances may be obtained through the Board of Zoning Adjustment. Columbus also has an Urban Commercial Overlay that may reduce setbacks in designated areas.
Building within required setbacks without a variance is a zoning violation. Structures may be required to be removed or modified. Stop-work orders may be issued during construction.
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