If my property does not fit the standards that I want to use it for, what can I do?

You may check with the Inspection Department when you apply for your building permit and there may be situations where that the following could apply:

  • A Major Conditional Use
  • A Minor Conditional Use
  • A Variance
  • A Zoning Change

Each has specific requirements and you should check with the staff in each case. These procedures are found in Appendix A of the City of Columbus Zoning Ordinance.

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1. What do I need a permit for?
2. What do I need to bring in to get a permit for a new house?
3. What does a bond do?
4. What are the setbacks on my property?
5. What can my property be used for?
6. Is my property in a floodplain?
7. How do I obtain flood insurance?
8. If my property does not fit the standards that I want to use it for, what can I do?
9. Do I need a permit to put in a swimming pool?
10. Why do I have to have a city contractor's license since I have a state license?
11. Does the City of Columbus recognize licenses from other states?
12. What does the City do about dilapidated property?
13. When does the Planning Commission meet, and what is the deadline to submit applications for their agenda?
14. What does Columbus do to encourage housing construction?