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Section 4 Recommendations
The Recommendations section includes: Grow Smart, p. 57 The community’s vision for the future These recommendations address future development and Goals to help achieve the vision desired community identity and streetscape improvements. The recommended smart growth-oriented actions will help Action items to reach each specific goal the community become an attractive and economically How they were developed: We combined the data in the vibrant area with a strong sense of community pride. Current Conditions analysis with the results from our first public input meeting. Public meeting attendees told us what Live Well, p. 75 they want the future of Blendon Township to look like. Over the next 10 to 20 years, the recommendations help Recommendations in the Live Well chapter address hous- achieve that future vision. ing, recreation and the environment. The actions help protect a sensitive environment, develop an accessible, How they are used: Community members can use the well-maintained park and recreation system, and foster a recommendations to improve their neighborhoods. Govern- community with a variety of housing types for all people. ment officials and others will use the recommendations when making decisions on land use proposals and capital improvements, all directed at realizing a unified community Go Safely, p. 85 vision. Go Safely means developing a complete transportation The recommendations are divided into three themes, Grow network that allows anyone regardless of physical abil- Smart, Live Well and Go Safely. ity or socio-economic status to travel to, from and within Blendon Township. The goals and actions will allow people to travel safely and easily by foot, bicycle, transit and car. 56
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Vision for the future Land uses that support and respect current areas, maintain quiet neighborhoods and support vibrant mixed-use areas Commercial development that is attractive and economically sustainable Neighborhood and commercial corridors with a strong sense of place
Achieve this vision by: -- Following the Future Land Use map for new development -- Keeping neighborhoods nearly exclusively residential -- Using conservation-style development to preserve natural features -- Adopting the Smart Growth Overlay for mixed-use corridors -- Implementing the Westerville Road Streetscape Improvement Plan -- Installing gateway signage 58 Grow Smart | Blendon Community Plan
and Planning staff will reference the Future Land Use map when any new development or redevelopment is proposed. A rezoning or vari-
Franklin County ance for a property should only be granted when the proposed use is consistent with the Future Land Use map, land use category descriptions House size, type and lot and associated text on pages 66–73. placement contribute to community character Goal A Action 2 Maintain residential character of existing Discontinue conditional use home neighborhoods occupations Cleveland Heights, Huber Ridge and Sunbury The Franklin County Zoning Resolution cur- Woods are residential neighborhoods with a rently allows two types of home occupations. variety of housing types. The area east of Big Permitted use home occupations must occur Walnut Creek is characterized by low-density within the home and allow just one non-resident housing, farmland, old-growth forests and employee. More-intense conditional use home scenic waterways. occupations allow three non-resident employ- ees, business activity in accessory buildings and commercial vehicle parking. Action 1 Follow the Future Land Use map Conditional use home occupations are more likely to change the residential character of The Future Land Use map shows the types of neighborhoods and make it difficult for legiti- land uses the community wants to see in the mate business owners renting commercial space future. Franklin County Economic Development to remain competitive.
Conservation Development
Conservation-style development rearranges divided into lots. Each lot is slightly smaller, development to preserve natural resources. In resulting in larger open spaces the whole com- a conventional development, land is divided munity can enjoy. into lots, with small amounts of open space on By making each lot slightly smaller, develop- each lot. Most trees are cut down and there is no ers can build the same number of homes while common open space. protecting natural areas. Studies show homes in
In a conservation development, areas with trees developments with protected open space sell for and open spacesConventional are set aside before land is higher prices and better retain their value. development clears
away natural resources All images: Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management
Conventional Development Conservation Development Grow Smart 59
Conditional use home occupations should not Action 3 be permitted in residential neighborhoods. The Adopt the conservation development Franklin County Economic Development and regulations in areas of Cleveland Heights and Planning Department should pursue an amend- the area east of Big Walnut Creek ment to the Franklin County Zoning Resolution Large parts of Cleveland Heights and the area to discontinue conditional use home occupa- east of Big Walnut Creek are undeveloped. tions in these neighborhoods. The most heavily wooded and environmentally sensitive areas are subject to the conservation development overlay. This requires develop- ment to be arranged in a way that preserves natural resources while ensuring efficient and
Smart Growth Overlay
The Smart Growth Overlay is a set of pro- Landscaping posed changes to the Franklin County Zoning Front yard is landscaped Resolution that modifies design standards for Shade trees planted along street building location, landscaping and parking. Trees and landscaping planted within interior of Smart Growth Overlay standards differ from the parking lot traditional suburban-style standards commonly found in zoning regulations. The overlay makes development more attractive and accessible to Parking and vehicles pedestrians and motorists alike. These improved Parking lots at side or rear of building standards will support economically successful Drive-thru windows facing side or rear commercial corridors. Reduction in minimum required parking Screening parking lots with fence or shrubs Below is an outline of the Smart Growth Over- lay design standards. Signs Ground-mounted, monument-style signs Building setbacks Pedestrian-scale maximum sign height Approximate 25-foot consistent front building Oversized or numerous signs not permitted setbacks along main roads Franklin County Maximum side-yard setbacks
Accessibility
5 Sidewalks, 5 feet wide 0 ' ma Bicycle parking x th id w Main building entrances face main roads t lo % Walkways from sidewalk to entrances 0 6 in m 2 5 ' (±3 ') Building design x ' ma 0 5 Buildings are oriented toward a main road parcel boundary Minimum building height of 16 feet 2 5 ' Large buildings incorporate architectural m t ri g in ee ht features to break up façade y str of wa mar ri y Illustration of selected Smart p Growth Overlay requirements 60 Grow Smart | Blendon Community Plan
responsible use of land. Franklin County will work with the community to amend the Franklin County Zoning Resolution to include a conser- vation overlay district as recommended on the Future Land Use map, pages 66–73.
Well-designed commercial development looks nice Action 4 and attracts customers Facilitate the creation of a neighborhood association in Cleveland Heights Goal B Encourage attractive and economically A neighborhood association is a group of sustainable commercial development residents and property owners who advocate for and organize activities in a neighborhood. Asso- New commercial development should have ciations elect their own leaders and may have street presence and inviting design to attract voluntary dues. A neighborhood association in and retain business and investment, provid- Cleveland Heights would give residents a col- ing a strong, sustainable tax base for Blendon lective voice in the future of their neighborhood. Township.
Action 5 Action 6 Use site design techniques that preserve rural Adopt the Smart Growth Overlay for mixed- character use commercial corridors Using site design techniques helps prevent The Smart Growth Overlay, page 59, encourages negative impacts on the rural landscape in the attractive, pedestrian-oriented design through area east of Big Walnut Creek. Recommended reduced building setbacks, parking to the rear or site design techniques include: side, landscaping and inviting building design. Setting back new development from rural In consultation with Blendon Township and corridors to preserve scenic vistas and Franklin County agencies, the overlay standards minimize visual impact to passers-by should be incorporated into the Franklin County Zoning Resolution. The overlay standards Building away from environmentally should apply along the following corridors: sensitive features such as streams, ponds, wetlands, trees and steep slopes Cleveland Heights Cleveland Avenue Using shared access drives Morse Road Developers and builders should consult with Franklin County Economic Development and Huber Ridge Planning staff during the development review Westerville Road process to ensure quality site design is used. Sunbury Woods Sunbury Road, Valley Quail Boulevard North to Valley Quail Boulevard South Executive Parkway
Franklin County Valley Quail Boulevard South, Sunbury Road to Sunlawn Drive
Action 7 Auto-related businesses should strictly adhere to development standards The Westerville Road and Cleveland Avenue Proper site design techniques help preserve corridors have a high number of unattract- rural character ive auto-related businesses. Variances to Grow Smart 61
development standards should not be approved make a safe, well-functioning street. In coor- for any auto-related business. New auto-related dination with the Franklin County Engineer’s businesses along these corridors will be required Office, regulations requiring these practices to develop using Smart Growth Overlay should be adopted. standards. Action 9 Action 8 Implement recommendations of the Limit the number of access points along Westerville Road Streetscape Improvement commercial corridors Plan A road with many access points is dangerous for The Westerville Road Streetscape Improve- pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists alike. Com- ment Plan makes design recommendations for mon access points and shared parking arrange- streetscape improvements and identity-building ments consolidate and limit access points to features. Recommendations include adding
Westerville Road Streetscape Improvement Plan
The Blendon Community Plan includes recom- The second part of the streetscape improvement mendations from a streetscape improvement plan involves community identity features such plan for Westerville Road. This plan makes as gateway signs, street signs and logos for the both short- and long-term recommendations four areas of Blendon Township: Cleveland for improving the streetscape along Westerville Heights, Huber Ridge, Sunbury Woods and the Road and adding community identity features area east of Big Walnut Creek. throughout Blendon Township. All Images: Franklin County / Neighborhood Design Center The recommendations focus on the Westerville Road corridor between State Route 161 and Interstate 270. The following goals guided the vision for this corridor: Create an attractive streetscape Improve sidewalk and crosswalk connectivity Make travel easier for pedestrians and bicyclists Streetscape improvements Incorporate trees and green areas Provide community gathering space Enhance views of Alum Creek Buffer auto-related businesses Public input we received led to the development of a series of design concepts showing pos- sible improvements to the streetscape such as sidewalks, bicycle facilities, planted medians, improved landscaping, benches and improved signage. Gateway improvements 62 Grow Smart | Blendon Community Plan
sidewalks, bicycle facilities, planted medians, Action 12 improved landscaping, benches, gateways and Establish a façade improvement program street signs. Franklin County and Blendon Attractive building façades support and encour- Township should work closely with the Ohio age local business development. Matching Department of Transportation and the Mid-Ohio grants and low-interest loans are incentives Regional Planning Commission to seek funding for business owners to reinvest in existing sources to implement recommendations of the commercial areas that are otherwise healthy. plan. The Franklin County Economic Development and Planning Department will work with local Action 10 banks and business owners to establish a façade Conduct a market analysis of the Westerville improvement program and locate funds for Road corridor these improvements. Market studies identify realistic business and real estate development opportunities. A more- Action 13 thorough understanding of the corridor will help Require installation of sidewalks and bicycle implement the Westerville Road Streetscape parking for new development Improvement Plan and facilitate redevelopment. New office, commercial, industrial and multi- unit residential developments should be required Action 11 to install sidewalks and bicycle parking. Side- Support small business development walks should be along roadways and provide a connection to the primary building entrance. Small businesses are critical to local economies. Bicycle parking should be near a building's pri- The Franklin County Economic Development mary entrance. This will create a network that and Planning Department administers several pedestrians and bicyclists can navigate safely programs to help small businesses. Commercial while increasing business activity. corridors along Cleveland Avenue, Sunbury Road and Westerville Road should be targets for investment in the area’s economic future.
Facade and landscaping improvements
A major component of the Westerville Road signage and making facade improvements. Streetscape Improvement Plan involves improv- Minor improvements in property appearance ing the appearance of existing businesses. The can draw more customers and in turn increase Plan recommends doing this by buffering park- sales. ing lots, adding landscape features, improving All Images: Franklin County / Neighborhood Design Center
Business before improvements Business after improvements Grow Smart 63 Neighborhood Design Center Franklin County Action 14 Encourage installation of sidewalks and bicycle parking on public and private property / Convenient access to destinations by foot and bicycle reduces traffic congestion, promotes Gateway signs help public health, improves safety and increases build pride and a business activity. Public agencies in collabo- sense of community ration with bicycle advocacy groups should Goal C encourage existing business owners to provide Nurture a sense of place in neighborhoods sidewalks and bicycle parking. and along commercial corridors Features such as gateway signs, street signs and decorative streetlights give neighborhoods a common visual identity, which builds pride and ownership within a community.
Gateways and street signs
The Westerville Road Streetscape Improve- Gateways and street signs have consistent ment Plan recommends decorative gateways design elements while also including features and street signs for each of the four areas of specific to each area. Blendon Township: Cleveland Heights, Huber At public meetings, residents chose among sev- Ridge, Sunbury Woods and the area east of Big eral design possibilities. The preferred designs Walnut Creek. for gateways, street signs and logos are shown below.
All Images: Franklin County / Neighborhood Design Center
Proposed street signs
Proposed Proposed neighborhood gateway sign banners 64 Grow Smart | Blendon Community Plan
Action 15 for these signs include commercial corridors Install gateway signs in priority areas and neighborhood streets with higher traffic volumes. The Westerville Road Streetscape Consistent gateway signs tell residents and visi- Improvement Plan includes design recommen- tors when they enter a community and also cre- dations for street signs which reflect the unique ate a consistent visual identity. The Westerville characteristics of each neighborhood while Road Streetscape Improvement Plan includes maintaining consistency throughout. Blendon design recommendations for gateway signs Township should partner with the Franklin throughout Blendon Township. The Franklin County Engineer’s Office to install these street County Engineer’s Office and Blendon Town- signs. For more detail see page 63. ship should partner to install gateway signs. Important gateways to the community include Action 17 the following intersections: Install consistent streetlights in priority areas Cleveland Heights Streetlights can improve public safety and build Cleveland Avenue and Morse Road a community’s visual identity. Blendon Town- Huber Ridge ship should partner with the Franklin County Buenos Aires Boulevard and State Route 161 Engineer’s Office and utility providers to install Westerville Road and State Route 161 streetlights in priority areas such as commer- Westerville Road and Interstate 270 cial corridors and residential neighborhoods. Streetlights should have an attractive, consistent Sunbury Woods design. Sunbury Road and State Route 161 Sunbury Road and Valley Quail Boulevard North Since streetlights impose both up-front and long term costs, residents and township officials Rural East should agree on a funding plan prior to install- Central College Road and Big Walnut Creek ing new streetlights.
Action 16 Install decorative street signs Installing decorative street signs builds visual consistency in a community. Priority areas
Westerville road NORTH GATEWAY
The Westerville Road Streetscape Improvement environment. Improvements at this location Plan provides design concepts for the North provide a subtle transition from the South Gateway located at Interstate 270 and Wester- Main Street corridor in Westerville to Blendon ville Road. The concepts use gateway features Township. and landscaping to establish a welcoming All Images: Franklin County / Neighborhood Design Center
North gateway before North gateway after Grow Smart 65
Westerville Road inviting streetscape
The Westerville Road Streetscape Improvement The Glengary Shopping Center has a large, Plan makes recommendations for enhancing the underutilized parking lot. The plan recommends street's appearance and functionality. using this space as a farmers market or other community gathering space. Recommendations include installing sidewalks, bicycle parking, street trees, rain gardens, deco- Several auto-related businesses currently line rative street signs, community banners, benches, Westerville Road. Adding buffers between the street lights and trash cans. sidewalk and businesses will create a more pedestrian-friendly environment. Low walls or These elements help local economies by plants can serve as buffers. creating an attractive streetscape that encour- ages people to walk, bike and frequent area businesses.
All Images: Franklin County / Neighborhood Design Center
Glengary Shopping Center before Glengary Shopping Center after
Auto business before Auto business after
Action 18 of Sunbury Plaza to determine the best use of Convert the concrete barrier on Sunbury the wall. Road to a community amenity The concrete barrier is a highly visible, under- utilized space. It should be converted to a use that benefits the community such as a mural or On the next pages vertical garden. Murals add visual interest and help define a community’s identity. Vertical The maps on the following pages show gardens are an attractive, low-maintenance land- desired future land uses for Blendon scaping feature that grow on walls and provide Township. visual interest. The Future Land Use map shows what types Blendon Township should work with the of land uses the community wants to see in Sunbury Woods Neighborhood Association, the future. Ohio Department of Transportation and owners 66 Grow Smart | Blendon Community Plan
Use this page in conjunction with the Land Use Category Descriptions Corresponding Zoning Districts on page 68
Low Density Residential Light Industrial + Office Allowed land uses: Single-family homes Allowed land uses: Range of uses including office, industrial, storage and warehousing. Density: Maximum of 1 unit per acre
Parks/Open Space Medium Density Residential Intended for nature or recreation with minimal Allowed land uses: Single-family and two- buildings. family homes Density: Minimum of 2 units per acre, maxi- mum of 8 units per acre Stream buffer Environmentally-sensitive area that includes streamways and 100-year floodplain. High Density Residential Prohibited land uses: construction, parking lots, Allowed land uses: Townhomes and multi-unit and dredging or filling. buildings Allowed land uses: passive recreation and trails. Density: Minimum of 8 units per acre, maxi- mum of 24 units per acre Conservation development overlay
Office + Residential Preservation of natural features including trees and steep slopes is required for all new Allowed land uses: Offices, single- and multi- developments. unit housing. Uses may mix within the same building. The dedicated open space requirement for Cleveland Heights is 25 percent and in the area Density: For buildings without offices, east of Big Walnut Creek, 50 percent. minimum residential density of 4 units per acre. For all buildings, maximum residential density Dedicated open space consists of undisturbed of 24 units per acre woodlands, other natural areas or disturbed areas returned to a natural state. Open space may be used for recreation and trails with Commercial: Limited range + Multifamily limited environmental impact. Allowed land uses: Limited range of retail uses, Overall density not to exceed maximum density mostly neighborhood-scale, plus offices and permitted in underlying district. multi-unit housing and townhomes. Density: Maximum residential density of 24 units per acre
Commercial: Full range + Multifamily Allowed land uses: Full range of retail and office uses, plus multi-unit housing and townhomes. Density: Maximum residential density of 24 units per acre Grow Smart 67
Future land use
Low Density Residential
Medium Density Residential COUNTY LINE RD High Density Residential SMOTHERS RD
Office + Residential W MAIN ST COLLEGE AVE Commercial: Limited range + Multifamily
Commercial: Full range + Multifamily HOOVER SCHOTT RD WALNUT ST RESERVOIR Light Industrial + Office 3 WALNUT ST
WESTERVILLE RD
Conservation development overlay
Parks/Open Space
SUNBURY RD Stream buffer W SCHROCK RD CUBBAGE RD
HEMPSTEAD RD
CENTRAL COLLEGE RD LEE RD BIG WALNUT CREEK
COOPER RD 270
ALUM CREEK
SPRING RD
DEMPSEY RD
WARNER RD
SUNBURY RD
SPRING RUN ULRY RD
161 WESTERVILLE RD
161
KILBOURNE RUN See inset maps CHERRYBOTTOM RD
ALUM CREEK 3
BIG WALNUT CREEK
HAMILTON RD CLEVELAND AVE SUNBURY RD
270 WESTERVILLE RD BROADVIEW RD
MORSE RD STELZER RD
MORSE RD
Use this map in conjunction with the Land Use Category Future land use map Descriptions on page 66 and text on pages 70–73 68 Grow Smart | Blendon Community Plan
Use this page in conjunction with the Corresponding Zoning Districts Land Use Category Descriptions on page 66
Land Use Category Zoning Districts Residential Commercial Industrial R-24 R-12 R-8 R-4 R-2 R-1 CS CC NC SO LI RI Low Density Residential ●
Medium Density Residential ● ● ●
High Density Residential ● ● ●
Office + Residential ● ● ● ● ●
Commercial Limited range + Multifamily ● ● ● Commercial Full range + Multifamily ● ● ● ● ●
Light Industrial + Office ● ● ●
● Any use listed in this zoning district is permitted in the land use category
Corresponding Zoning Districts Table Key to zoning districts
What it is: The Blendon Community Plan’s future Residential land use map categories are matched to existing R-24: Multifamily apartment zoning districts in the corresponding zoning district R-12: Urban residential table. R-8: Restricted urban residential R-4: Suburban residential The Future Land Use map shows the community’s R-2: Limited suburban residential desired future land uses. The zoning district regula- R-1: Restricted suburban residential tions govern which uses are permitted. Why we need it: When evaluating a development Commercial proposal, public officials use the table to determine CS: Community Service whether a development proposal’s desired zoning CC: Community Commercial district matches the Future Land Use map. Since NC: Neighborhood Commercial the map represents the community’s desires for the SO: Suburban Office future, following the map ensures the community’s wishes are followed. Industrial LI: Limited Industrial RI: Restricted Industrial Grow Smart 69
Future land use
Low Density Residential
Medium Density Residential
High Density Residential
Office + Residential COUNTY LINE RD
Commercial: Limited range + Multifamily SMOTHERS RD
Commercial: Full range + Multifamily W MAIN ST COLLEGE AVE Light Industrial + Office
Conservation development overlay SCHOTT RD WALNUT ST Parks/Open Space 3 WALNUT ST
WESTERVILLE RD Stream buffer
SUNBURY RD
W SCHROCK RD CUBBAGE RD
HEMPSTEAD RD
CENTRAL COLLEGE RD LEE RD
COOPER RD 270
SPRING RD
DEMPSEY RD
WARNER RD
SUNBURY RD
ULRY RD
161 WESTERVILLE RD
161
CHERRYBOTTOM RD
3
HAMILTON RD
CLEVELAND AVE SUNBURY RD
270 WESTERVILLE RD BROADVIEW RD
MORSE RD STELZER RD MORSE RD Future land use map in black and white
Use this map in conjunction with the Land Use Category Descriptions on page 66 and text on pages 70–73 COUNTY LINE RD
BURNS DR BROAD ST E SMOTHERS RD
HAMILTON AVE
VINE ST LAKETREE CT W OAKWOOD LN SUSAN AVE E LINCOLN ST CENTER ST JUNIPER AVE MURNANE ST ANDREW AVE MARIE LOU DR
N STATE ST HAMPTON PARK
LAWRENCE RD
HOME ST ELCLIFF DR MANITOU DR REBECCA AVE LYNDALE DR
OTTERBEIN AVE W MAINGROVE ST ST COLLEGE AVE
PLEASANT AVE COLLEGE AVE BRYAN DR KEETHLER DR N EASTWOOD AVE HEMPSTEAD RD HEMPSTEAD PARK ST MARY AVE
NICOLE DR PARK ST SUMMIT ST COLLINGWOOD DR PARK ST PLUM ST TAMMERLANE CT
WALNUT ST SCHOTT RD
SPRING RD MARLENE DR COOPER RD HILLCREST DR PATTI DR HOOVER
LLEWELLYN AVE
BUCKEYE ST RESERVOIR ORCHARD LN WALNUT ST BISHOP DR
OTTERBEIN AVE WALNUT ST CATAWBA AVE ONEIDA AVE SIOUX DR HIAWATHA AVE CHELSEA LN 3 COBBLESTONE AVE WALNUT ST OTTAWA AVE HARBOR VIEW DR ILLINOIS AVE APACHE ST
KNOX ST
CHEYENNE DR BITTERNUT LN MAINSAIL DR
MARIEMONT DR N ELECTRIC AVE FARRINGTON DR WESTERVILLE RD CHERRINGTON RD
COPELAND MILL RD
MOHICAN WY ALLVIEW RD
LIBERTY LN
SUNBURY RD VALLEYVIEW DR
CUBBAGE RD COOPER RD
W SCHROCK RD OTTERBEIN AVE DEER RUN RD LAUREL DR
HACKBERRY DR W SCHROCK RD GREEN CREST DR OAK HILL DR HEMPSTEAD RD DALEVIEW DR FOREST RISE DR SHADY RIDGE DR CAUTELA DR
PARK MEADOW RD LIVERPOOL PL HILLSDOWNE RD AUTUMN WOODS DR BRISBANE AVE
CLUB DR POINTVIEW DR LEE RD HUBER VILLAGE BLVD CENTRAL COLLEGE RD BIG WALNUT CREEK SPRING RD
COOPER RD NORTH ST 270 CORPORATE EXCHANGE DR BROOK RUN DR COMMUNITY PARK DR ALUM CREEK
TRADEWIND DR LEE RD N RENO RD
HOME ACRE DR FOX RUN RD
NEWTOWN DR KOOL AIR WAY COOPER WOODS DR
RAVINE POINT DR RENO RD BELLAVIA AVE DAHLGREEN DR
TIMBERBANK LN EMRICK RD COLSTON DR ARNETT RD DEMPSEY RD
BANGASI RD HEMPSTEAD RD DEMPSEY RD BLENDON WOODS BLVD BATAVIA CT KARIKAL DR PARIS BLVD N BALBOA DR WATTEN LN MAKASSAR DR
DAKAR RD E BLOSSOM AVE DAKAR RD W GRANADA HILLS DR BRAZZAVILLE RD MANILA DR 270 YOUNGS DR WINFREE DR WESTRAY DR WARNER RD PINECONE LN SAIGON DR OLD PROVIDENCE LN CAIRO RD CAMELLIA CT
HIDEAWAY WOODS DR VALLEY QUAIL BLVD CAMBRIA WY CARACAS DR N PARIS BLVD E RU VIENNA DR G PANAMA DR RIN SCISSORTAIL LOOP PARIS BLVD LIMA DR SP TENABO AVE SMOKETALK LN MANAGUA DR SUNBURY RD FOREST HILLS BLVD MEXICO AVE MONTEVIDEO DR BIG WALNUT CREEK
STOCKHOLM RD GOLDFINCH DR EVEREST WY ALUM CREEK ULRY RD
CLOVER LN OSLO DR TURTLE STATION SPOHN DR NATALIE CT CHUCKLEBERRY LN FOXWORTH DR ADIRONDACK AVE MADRID DR BLUEJACKET RD BITTERROOT DR SPRING RUN LYNX DR PINELLAS CT
BUENOS AIRES BLVD SHASTA AVE CARNATION DR BUFFALO RUN WESTERVILLE RD EXECUTIVE PKWY LAKE FOREST BLVD SUNLAWN DR LONGRIFLE RD HARBIN CT OAK KNOLL DR VALLEY LN S 161 LATROBE ST Grow Smart | Blendon Community Plan DUBLIN-GRANVILLE RD SPRINGFIELD DR PONDEROSA DR 70 HARBIN DR BULLFINCH DR MOCCASIN DR WINDORF DR OLD DUBLIN GRANVILLE RD KERRWOOD DR FOREST EDGE DR LONGSHADOW DR JORDAN RD
CORPORATE DR 161 WILDWOOD RD MINERVA LAKE RD SCOTSFIELD DR SUNBURY RD W FOREST GROVE DR WOODLEY RD KILBOURNE RUN ORANGE BLOSSOM LN HARBOROUGH DR NORTH BAY DR STRAWBERRY FARMS BLVD DAFFODIL DR ECHO RD
OLD CHERRY BOTTOM RD W
LAKEWOOD DR MAPLEWOOD DR WINTERGREEN BLVD WALLCREST BLVD INGLESIDE DR S JETSTREAM DR OMEGA DR WHISPER CREEK DR WHISPER COVE CT MARCELLA DR IRONSTONE DR WATT RD CHERRYBOTTOM RD RICHLAND DR MINERVA AVE
HONEYSUCKLE BLVD MORALITY DR FRENCHPARK DR KILBOURNE AVE LITTLE PINE DR HILDEBRAND RD ALUM CREEK BIG PINE DR WALNUT VIEW BLVD
LANDSBURN DR WYANDOTTE DR BLAREFIELD DR
BRETTON WOODS DR 3 SUGARBUSH BLVD SOUTHPARK DR BLENDON PLACE DR
NORTHWOLD RD COACHFORD DR HAMILTON RD CLEVELAND AVE MAUTINO DR TETON RD CLARIDON RD SUNBURY RD BIG WALNUT CREEK VALLEY PARK AVE BIMINI DR DEER KNOLL DR CHESTER RD
ABINGTON RD FAIRGROVE RD BERRYBUSH DR
Future land use SHARON RD HIDDEN RIDGE DR PARKLANE AVE WAGON WHEEL LN Medium Density Residential TRINDEL WY SILVER SPRINGS LN
WINGFIELD ST NAFZGER DR Office + Residential CLYBOURNE RD BERTHSTONE DR PORTOBELLO DR WOODVILLE CT SWINGLEY DR CHILMARK DR WOLF RUN DR Commercial: Limited range + Multifamily BROOKLYN RD COLLINGDALEBENNINGTON RD AVE 270
BROADVIEW RD ASBURY RIDGE DR Commercial: Full range + Multifamily RAMSDELL DR ADDA AVE BROADVIEW RD COLLIER DR Conservation development overlay MORSE RD MILITIA LN Parks/Open Space
WESTERVILLE RD SPECTACLE DR MORSE RD APPIAN WAY Stream buffer STELZER RD
TURPIN LN Cleveland Heights MORSE RD
DECLARATION DR
BENTRIDGE LN
Cleveland Heights Conservation Area Cleveland Avenue The conservation area is intended to preserve This corridor is intended to provide neigh- undeveloped wooded areas by clustering new borhood-scale retail and office opportunities. homes. Recommended housing types include This complements an abundance of regionally- townhouses and condominiums,with a maxi- targeted retail establishments on Morse Road. mum 3-story height. Multi-unit residential development is permitted with a maximum density of 24 units per acre. The minimum project size for a conserva- tion development should be 5 acres, with a maximum overall density of 8 units per acre. Twenty-five percent of the project site should be dedicated open space. COUNTY LINE RD
BURNS DR BROAD ST E SMOTHERS RD
HAMILTON AVE
VINE ST LAKETREE CT W OAKWOOD LN SUSAN AVE E LINCOLN ST CENTER ST JUNIPER AVE MURNANE ST ANDREW AVE MARIE LOU DR
N STATE ST HAMPTON PARK
LAWRENCE RD
HOME ST ELCLIFF DR MANITOU DR REBECCA AVE LYNDALE DR
OTTERBEIN AVE W MAINGROVE ST ST COLLEGE AVE
PLEASANT AVE COLLEGE AVE BRYAN DR KEETHLER DR N EASTWOOD AVE HEMPSTEAD RD HEMPSTEAD PARK ST MARY AVE
NICOLE DR PARK ST SUMMIT ST COLLINGWOOD DR PARK ST PLUM ST TAMMERLANE CT
WALNUT ST SCHOTT RD
SPRING RD MARLENE DR COOPER RD HILLCREST DR PATTI DR HOOVER
LLEWELLYN AVE
BUCKEYE ST RESERVOIR ORCHARD LN WALNUT ST BISHOP DR
OTTERBEIN AVE WALNUT ST CATAWBA AVE ONEIDA AVE SIOUX DR HIAWATHA AVE CHELSEA LN 3 COBBLESTONE AVE WALNUT ST OTTAWA AVE HARBOR VIEW DR ILLINOIS AVE APACHE ST
KNOX ST
CHEYENNE DR BITTERNUT LN MAINSAIL DR
MARIEMONT DR N ELECTRIC AVE FARRINGTON DR WESTERVILLE RD CHERRINGTON RD
COPELAND MILL RD
MOHICAN WY ALLVIEW RD
LIBERTY LN
SUNBURY RD VALLEYVIEW DR
CUBBAGE RD COOPER RD
W SCHROCK RD OTTERBEIN AVE DEER RUN RD LAUREL DR
HACKBERRY DR W SCHROCK RD GREEN CREST DR OAK HILL DR HEMPSTEAD RD DALEVIEW DR FOREST RISE DR SHADY RIDGE DR CAUTELA DR
PARK MEADOW RD LIVERPOOL PL HILLSDOWNE RD AUTUMN WOODS DR BRISBANE AVE Grow Smart 71
CLUB DR POINTVIEW DR LEE RD HUBER VILLAGE BLVD CENTRAL COLLEGE RD BIG WALNUT CREEK SPRING RD
COOPER RD NORTH ST 270 CORPORATE EXCHANGE DR BROOK RUN DR COMMUNITY PARK DR ALUM CREEK
TRADEWIND DR LEE RD N RENO RD
HOME ACRE DR FOX RUN RD
NEWTOWN DR KOOL AIR WAY COOPER WOODS DR
RAVINE POINT DR RENO RD BELLAVIA AVE DAHLGREEN DR
TIMBERBANK LN EMRICK RD COLSTON DR ARNETT RD DEMPSEY RD
BANGASI RD HEMPSTEAD RD DEMPSEY RD BLENDON WOODS BLVD BATAVIA CT KARIKAL DR PARIS BLVD N BALBOA DR WATTEN LN MAKASSAR DR
DAKAR RD E BLOSSOM AVE DAKAR RD W GRANADA HILLS DR BRAZZAVILLE RD MANILA DR 270 YOUNGS DR WINFREE DR WESTRAY DR WARNER RD PINECONE LN SAIGON DR OLD PROVIDENCE LN CAIRO RD CAMELLIA CT
HIDEAWAY WOODS DR VALLEY QUAIL BLVD CAMBRIA WY CARACAS DR N PARIS BLVD E RU VIENNA DR G PANAMA DR RIN SCISSORTAIL LOOP PARIS BLVD LIMA DR SP TENABO AVE SMOKETALK LN MANAGUA DR SUNBURY RD FOREST HILLS BLVD MEXICO AVE MONTEVIDEO DR BIG WALNUT CREEK
STOCKHOLM RD GOLDFINCH DR EVEREST WY ALUM CREEK ULRY RD
CLOVER LN OSLO DR TURTLE STATION SPOHN DR NATALIE CT CHUCKLEBERRY LN FOXWORTH DR ADIRONDACK AVE MADRID DR BLUEJACKET RD Future land BITTERROOTuse DR SPRING RUN LYNX DR PINELLAS CT Medium Density Residential BUENOS AIRES BLVD
SHASTA AVE CARNATION DR WESTERVILLE RD BUFFALO RUN High DensityEXECUTIVE Residential PKWY LAKE FOREST BLVD SUNLAWN DR LONGRIFLE RD HARBIN CT OAK KNOLL DR VALLEY LN S Office + Residential 161 LATROBE ST DUBLIN-GRANVILLE RD SPRINGFIELD DR PONDEROSA DR HARBIN DR Commercial: Full range + Multifamily BULLFINCH DR MOCCASIN DR WINDORF DR OLD DUBLIN GRANVILLE RD Light Industrial + Office KERRWOOD DR FOREST EDGE DR LONGSHADOW DR JORDAN RD Parks/Open Space CORPORATE DR 161 WILDWOOD RD Stream buffer MINERVA LAKE RD SCOTSFIELD DR SUNBURY RD W FOREST GROVE DR WOODLEY RD KILBOURNE RUN Huber Ridge ORANGE BLOSSOM LN HARBOROUGH DR NORTH BAY DR STRAWBERRY FARMS BLVD DAFFODIL DR ECHO RD
OLD CHERRY BOTTOM RD W
LAKEWOOD DR MAPLEWOOD DR Spring Run Open Space Westerville Road Commercial WINTERGREEN BLVD WALLCREST BLVD INGLESIDE DR S JETSTREAM DR The undeveloped areas along Spring Run should Businesses along the Westerville Road corridor OMEGA DR WHISPER CREEK DR WHISPER COVE CT MARCELLA DR IRONSTONE DR WATT RD CHERRYBOTTOM RD remain open space that will provide recreational attract local and regional customers. The cor- RICHLAND DR MINERVA AVE opportunities to residents. ridor should be mixed-use in nature with a range
HONEYSUCKLE BLVD MORALITY DR FRENCHPARK DR KILBOURNE AVE of commercial and residentialLITTLE uses. PINE DR HILDEBRAND RD ALUM CREEK BIG PINE DR WALNUT VIEW BLVD Westerville Road Office and Residential The area west of the Westerville Road and LANDSBURN DR WYANDOTTE DR BLAREFIELD DR Dempsey Road intersection employs many The area north of Dempsey Road and east of BRETTON WOODS DR 3 people. Proposals for multi-unit residential uses Westerville Road is intended for office and resi- SUGARBUSH BLVD SOUTHPARK DR in this area warrant special consideration. BLENDON PLACE DR NORTHWOLD RD dential uses that will bufferMAUTINO the medium-density DR COACHFORD DR HAMILTON RD CLEVELAND AVE TETON RD CLARIDON RD SUNBURY RD BIG WALNUT CREEK residential neighborhoodVALLEY PARK AVEto the east. BIMINI DR DEER KNOLL DR CHESTER RD
ABINGTON RD FAIRGROVE RD BERRYBUSH DR
SHARON RD HIDDEN RIDGE DR PARKLANE AVE WAGON WHEEL LN TRINDEL WY SILVER SPRINGS LN
WINGFIELD ST NAFZGER DR CLYBOURNE RD BERTHSTONE DR PORTOBELLO DR WOODVILLE CT SWINGLEY DR CHILMARK DR WOLF RUN DR BROOKLYN RD COLLINGDALEBENNINGTON RD AVE 270
BROADVIEW RD ASBURY RIDGE DR ADDA AVE RAMSDELL DR BROADVIEW RD COLLIER DR
MORSE RD MILITIA LN
WESTERVILLE RD SPECTACLE DR MORSE RD APPIAN WAY STELZER RD
TURPIN LN
MORSE RD
DECLARATION DR
BENTRIDGE LN COUNTY LINE RD
BURNS DR BROAD ST E SMOTHERS RD
HAMILTON AVE VINE ST TOWERS LAKETREE CT W OAKWOOD LN HERITAGE SUSAN AVE PARK E LINCOLN ST CENTER ST JUNIPER AVE MURNANE ST ANDREW AVE MARIE LOU DR
N STATE ST HAMPTON PARK
LAWRENCE RD
HOME ST ELCLIFF DR MANITOU DR REBECCA AVE LYNDALE DR
OTTERBEIN AVE W MAINGROVE ST ST COLLEGE AVE
PLEASANT AVE COLLEGE AVE BRYAN DR KEETHLER DR N EASTWOOD AVE HEMPSTEAD RD HEMPSTEAD PARK ST MARY AVE
NICOLE DR PARK ST SUMMIT ST COLLINGWOOD DR PARK ST PLUM ST TAMMERLANE CT WALNUT ALUM CREEK RIDGE PARK PARK WALNUT ST SCHOTT RD
SPRING RD MARLENE DR COOPER RD HILLCREST DR PATTI DR
LLEWELLYN AVE
BUCKEYE ST ORCHARD LN WALNUT ST WALNUT BISHOP DR BLUFF PARK
OTTERBEIN AVE WALNUT ST CATAWBA AVE ONEIDA AVE BOYER SIOUX DR PARK HIAWATHA AVE CHELSEA LN 3 COBBLESTONE AVE WALNUT ST OTTAWA AVE HIGHLANDS HARBOR VIEW DR WATER ILLINOIS AVE APACHE ST PARK
WORKS PARK KNOX ST
CHEYENNE DR BITTERNUT LN MAINSAIL DR
SHARON WOODS ELECTRIC AVE METROPARK MARIEMONT DR N FARRINGTON DR WESTERVILLE RD CHERRINGTON RD
COPELAND MILL RD
MOHICAN WY ALLVIEW RD
LIBERTY LN
SUNBURY RD VALLEYVIEW DR
CUBBAGE RD COOPER RD
W SCHROCK RD OTTERBEIN AVE DEER RUN RD LAUREL DR
HACKBERRY DR W SCHROCK RD GREEN CREST DR OAK HILL DR HEMPSTEAD RD DALEVIEW DR FOREST RISE DR SHADY RIDGE DR CAUTELA DR
PARK MEADOW RD HOOVER LIVERPOOL PL DAM PARK HILLSDOWNE RD AUTUMN WOODS DR
BRISBANE AVE HUBER VILLAGE PARK
CLUB DR POINTVIEW DR LEE RD HUBER VILLAGE BLVD CENTRAL COLLEGE RD
SPRING RD
COOPER RD NORTH ST 270 CORPORATE EXCHANGE DR BROOK RUN DR INNISWOOD COMMUNITY PARK DR 72 Grow Smart | Blendon Community Plan METRO GARDENS
TRADEWIND DR LEE RD N RENO RD
HOME ACRE DR FOX RUN RD
NEWTOWN DR KOOL AIR WAY COOPER WOODS DR
RAVINE POINT DR RENO RD BELLAVIA AVE DAHLGREEN DR
TIMBERBANK LN EMRICK RD COLSTON DR ARNETT RD DEMPSEY RD
BANGASI RD HEMPSTEAD RD DEMPSEY RD BLENDON WOODS BLVD BATAVIA CT KARIKAL DR PARIS BLVD N BALBOA DR WATTEN LN
COOPER MAKASSAR DR
DAKAR RD E BLOSSOM AVE DAKAR RD W GRANADA HILLS DR PARK BRAZZAVILLE RD MANILA DR 270 YOUNGS DR WINFREE DR WESTRAY DR WARNER RD PINECONE LN SAIGON DR OLD PROVIDENCE LN CAIRO RD CAMELLIA CT
HIDEAWAY WOODS DR VALLEY QUAIL BLVD CAMBRIA WY CARACAS DR N PARIS BLVD E RU VIENNA DR G PANAMA DR RIN SCISSORTAIL LOOP PARIS BLVD LIMA DR SP COMMONS TENABO AVE SMOKETALK LN MANAGUA DR SUNBURY RD FOREST HILLS BLVD MEXICO AVE MONTEVIDEO DR BIG WALNUT CREEK
STOCKHOLM RD GOLDFINCH DR EVEREST WY ALUM CREEK ULRY RD
CLOVER LN OSLO DR TURTLE STATION SPOHN DR NATALIE CT CHUCKLEBERRY LN FOXWORTH DR ADIRONDACK AVE MADRID DR BLUEJACKET RD Future land use BITTERROOT DR
RIDGEWOODMedium Density Residential LYNX DR PINELLAS CT PARK Office + Residential BUENOS AIRES BLVD
SHASTA AVE CARNATION DR WESTERVILLE RD BUFFALO RUN Commercial: Limited range + Multifamily EXECUTIVE PKWY LAKE FOREST BLVD
SUNLAWN DR Commercial: Full range + Multifamily LONGRIFLE RD HARBIN CT OAK KNOLL DR VALLEY LN S
Parks/Open Space LATROBE ST 161 CASTO SPRINGFIELD DR PARK DUBLIN-GRANVILLE RD PONDEROSA DR HARBIN DR Stream buffer BULLFINCH DR MOCCASIN DR WINDORF DR OLD DUBLIN GRANVILLE RD GRANVILLE KERRWOOD DR FOREST EDGE DR LONGSHADOW DR JORDAN RD Sunbury Woods
CORPORATE DR 161 WILDWOOD RD Executive Parkway Sunbury Open Space consider steep slopes and floodplain in site design. MINERVA LAKE RD Land uses along Executive Parkway The undeveloped parcel on the west SCOTSFIELD DR SUNBURY RD W should provide a transition from large- end of Executive Parkway is recom- FOREST GROVE DR scale retail along Sunbury Road to mended for open space to buffer the WOODLEY RD Wilder Elementary and Blendon residences in Sunbury Woods. neighborhood from commercial uses Township Complex Open Space ORANGE BLOSSOM LN along the roadway. HARBOROUGH DR Buildings on the north side of Execu- Future land uses should be limited NORTH BAY DR STRAWBERRY FARMS BLVD tive ParkwayDAFFODIL should be DR built closer to ECHO RD to open space, community recreation the road in order to buffer the adjoin- Sunbury Road Office and facilities and other park-type uses.
OLD CHERRY BOTTOM RD W MINERVA LAKE ing residential uses. Residential LAKEWOOD DR GOLF CLUB MAPLEWOOD DR New buildings should not exceed 3 The area east of Sunbury Road is rec- stories inWINTERGREEN height and residences BLVD should ommended for office and residential WALLCREST BLVD INGLESIDE DR S JETSTREAM DR be of the townhouse or condominium uses. Development in this area must WHISPER CREEK DR WHISPER COVE CT OMEGA DR design. MARCELLA DR BLENDON WOODS IRONSTONE DR WATT RD CHERRYBOTTOM RD RICHLAND DR METROPARK MINERVA AVE WOODSTREAM
HONEYSUCKLE BLVD MORALITY DR FRENCHPARK DR KILBOURNE AVE LITTLE PINE DR HILDEBRAND RD
BIG PINE DR WALNUT VIEW BLVD WALTHAM WOODS PARK LANDSBURN DR WYANDOTTE DR BLAREFIELD DR
BRETTON WOODS DR 3 TANAGER SUGARBUSH BLVD SOUTHPARK DR WOODS BLENDON PLACE DR
NORTHWOLD RD COACHFORD DR HAMILTON RD CLEVELAND AVE MAUTINO DR TETON RD CHERRYBOTTOM CLARIDON RD SUNBURY RD VALLEY PARK AVE BIMINI DR PARK DEER KNOLL DR CHESTER RD
ABINGTON RD FAIRGROVE RD BERRYBUSH DR
SHARON RD HIDDEN RIDGE DR PARKLANE AVE WAGON WHEEL LN TRINDEL WY SILVER SPRINGS LN
WINGFIELD ST NAFZGER DR CLYBOURNE RD BERTHSTONE DR PORTOBELLO DR WOODVILLE CT SWINGLEY DR CHILMARK DR WOLF RUN DR BROOKLYN RD COLLINGDALEBENNINGTON RD AVE 270
BROADVIEW RD ASBURY RIDGE DR ADDA AVE RAMSDELL DR BROADVIEW RD COLLIER DR
MORSE RD MILITIA LN
WESTERVILLE RD SPECTACLE DR MORSE RD APPIAN WAY STELZER RD
TURPIN LN
MORSE RD
DECLARATION DR
BENTRIDGE LN
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COUNTY LINE RD
BURNS DR
BROAD ST E SMOTHERS RD
TOWERS
HAMILTON AVE VINE ST LAKETREE CT W OAKWOOD LN SUSAN AVE
HERITAGE JUNIPER AVE MARIE LOU DR E LINCOLN ST MURNANE ST ANDREW AVE PARK CENTER ST
MANITOU DR
HAMPTON PARK LAWRENCE RD N STATE ST Rural East ConservationELCLIFF DRArea HOME ST REBECCA AVE LYNDALE DR
OTTERBEIN AVE The conservation area is intended
GROVE ST COLLEGE AVE W MAIN ST KEETHLER DR N PLEASANT AVE BRYAN DR
COLLEGE AVE to preserve undeveloped wooded RD HEMPSTEAD EASTWOOD AVE
PARK ST MARY AVE areas and farmland byNICOLE DR clustering COLLINGWOOD DR PARK ST SUMMIT ST PARK ST new homes.
TAMMERLANE CT PLUM ST WALNUT RIDGE PARK SCHOTT RD ALUM CREEK PARK WALNUT ST The minimum project size for a SPRING RD MARLENE DR
HILLCREST DR HOOVER conservationPATTI DR development should COOPER RD LLEWELLYN AVE RESERVOIR WALNUT BUCKEYE ST BLUFF PARK ORCHARD LN WALNUT ST be 20 acres, with a maximum over- WALNUT ST
BISHOP DR OTTERBEIN AVE CATAWBA AVE ONEIDA AVE BOYER all density of 1 unit per acre. Fifty SIOUX DR PARK CHELSEA LN WALNUT ST COBBLESTONE AVE HIAWATHA AVE 3 percent of the project site should be OTTAWA AVE HIGHLANDS HARBOR VIEW DR APACHE ST PARK ILLINOIS AVE WATER dedicated open space. BITTERNUT LN
KNOX ST
WORKS PARK MAINSAIL DR
CHEYENNE DR
ELECTRIC AVE SHARON WOODS MARIEMONT DR N FARRINGTON DR METROPARK
WESTERVILLE RD CHERRINGTON RD Medium-Density Residential
The areaMOHICAN WY east of Ulry and Lee COPELAND MILL RD ALLVIEW RD Roads is recommended for medium
LIBERTY LN SUNBURY RD density residential VALLEYVIEWdevelopment. DR CUBBAGE RD
COOPER RD Recommended housing types LAUREL DR DEER RUN RD OTTERBEIN AVE W SCHROCK RD are single-family and two-family HACKBERRY DR
W SCHROCK RD HEMPSTEAD RD CAUTELA DR GREEN CREST DR OAK HILL DR FOREST RISE DR DALEVIEW DR homes. The density is not to exceed SHADY RIDGE DR HOOVER 8 units per acre. DAM PARK LIVERPOOL PL AUTUMN WOODS DR
PARK MEADOW RD
HILLSDOWNE RD BRISBANE AVE HUBER VILLAGE PARK The areas north of Warner Road LEE RD
CLUB DR POINTVIEW DR should develop with densities CENTRAL COLLEGE RD HUBER VILLAGE BLVD BIG WALNUT CREEK betweenSPRING RD 2 and 4 units per acre. NORTH ST
COOPER RD 270 Development proposals should BROOK RUN DR INNISWOOD CORPORATE EXCHANGE DR be comparable in densityMETRO GARDENS to the COMMUNITY PARK DR ALUM CREEK LEE RD TRADEWIND DR adjoining city of Columbus areas.
N RENO RD Availability of public water and
HOME ACRE DR FOX RUN RD sewer will also effect acceptable
NEWTOWN DR COOPER WOODS DR development density. KOOL AIR WAYRAVINE POINT DR RENO RD DAHLGREEN DR
TIMBERBANK LN COLSTON DR BELLAVIA AVE
EMRICK RD ARNETT RD DEMPSEY RD
HEMPSTEAD RD BANGASI RD DEMPSEY RD BATAVIA CT BLENDON WOODS BLVD PARIS BLVD N BALBOA DR KARIKAL DR Future land use WATTEN LN MAKASSAR DR
DAKAR RD E COOPER DAKAR RD W WARNER RD BLOSSOM AVE PARK MANILA DR 270 WESTRAY DR GRANADA HILLS DR BRAZZAVILLE RD Low Density ResidentialWINFREE DR
YOUNGS DR SAIGON DR CAIRO RD CAMELLIA CT PINECONE LN OLD PROVIDENCE LN Medium Density Residential VALLEY QUAIL BLVD CAMBRIA WY
HIDEAWAY WOODS DR N CARACAS DR RU PARIS BLVD E G VIENNA DR RIN Conservation developmentSCISSORTAIL LOOP overlay PANAMA DR LIMA DR SP PARIS BLVD COMMONS SMOKETALK LN MANAGUA DR Parks/Open Space SUNBURY RD TENABO AVE
MONTEVIDEO DR MEXICO AVE BIG WALNUT CREEK ULRY RD
FOREST HILLS BLVD CLOVER LN STOCKHOLM RD StreamGOLDFINCH DR buffer TURTLE STATION EVEREST WY ALUM CREEK OSLO DR CHUCKLEBERRY LN SPOHN DR NATALIE CT BLUEJACKET RD MADRID DR ADIRONDACK AVE BITTERROOT DR FOXWORTH DR LYNX DR RIDGEWOODSPRING RUN PARK PINELLAS CT BUFFALO RUN BUENOS AIRES BLVD DR CARNATION SHASTA AVE EXECUTIVE PKWY LAKE FOREST BLVD WESTERVILLE RD LONGRIFLE RD Rural EastSUNLAWN DR
LATROBE ST HARBIN CT
VALLEY LN S SPRINGFIELD DR BULLFINCH DR OAK KNOLL DR CASTO DUBLIN-GRANVILLE RD 161 WINDORF DR PARK HARBIN DR MOCCASIN DR PONDEROSA DR LONGSHADOW DR OLD DUBLIN GRANVILLE RD FOREST EDGE DR GRANVILLE KERRWOOD DR JORDAN RD 161 CORPORATE DR
WILDWOOD RD SCOTSFIELD DR SUNBURY RD W FOREST GROVE DR MINERVA LAKE RD
WOODLEY RD KILBOURNE RUN ORANGE BLOSSOM LN HARBOROUGH DR STRAWBERRY FARMS BLVD DAFFODIL DR NORTH BAY DR ECHO RD
OLD CHERRY BOTTOM RD W
MINERVA LAKE LAKEWOOD DR GOLF CLUB MAPLEWOOD DR WINTERGREEN BLVD INGLESIDE DR S
WALLCREST BLVD WHISPER COVE CT BLENDON WOODS MARCELLA DR CHERRYBOTTOM RD JETSTREAM DR WHISPER CREEK DR METROPARK OMEGA DR WATT RD RICHLAND DR IRONSTONE DR WOODSTREAM MINERVA AVE
HONEYSUCKLE BLVD
FRENCHPARK DR LITTLE PINE DR HILDEBRAND RD MORALITY DR WALNUT VIEW BLVD KILBOURNE AVE ALUM CREEK BIG PINE DR
WALTHAM WYANDOTTE DR WOODS PARK LANDSBURN DR BLAREFIELD DR SUGARBUSH BLVD SOUTHPARK DR BLENDON PLACE DR 3 TANAGER HAMILTON RD BRETTON WOODS DR WOODS
COACHFORD DR MAUTINO DR CHERRYBOTTOM NORTHWOLD RD TETON RD BIG WALNUT CREEK PARK CLEVELAND AVE SUNBURY RD BIMINI DR VALLEY PARK AVE CLARIDON RD DEER KNOLL DR CHESTER RD BERRYBUSH DR FAIRGROVE RD ABINGTON RD HIDDEN RIDGE DR WAGON WHEEL LN
SHARON RD SILVER SPRINGS LN NAFZGER DR PARKLANE AVE TRINDEL WY WINGFIELD ST PORTOBELLO DR WOODVILLE CT SWINGLEY DR CHILMARK DR WOLF RUN DR CLYBOURNE RD BERTHSTONE DR 270 ASBURY RIDGE DR BROADVIEW RD BROOKLYN RD COLLINGDALEBENNINGTON RD AVE BROADVIEW RD
RAMSDELL DR COLLIER DR ADDA AVE MILITIA LN
SPECTACLE DR MORSE RD
APPIAN WAY
WESTERVILLE RD TURPIN LN MORSE RD STELZER RD
MORSE RD
DECLARATION DR
BENTRIDGE LN
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Vision for the future A variety of housing types that respect existing development patterns and allow people to age in place An accessible, well-maintained park and recreation system A healthy and protected environment Achieve this vision by: -- Using universal design elements to make housing accessible to all -- Improving the appearance of rental properties -- Conducting a parks master plan -- Providing connections to bikeways -- Establishing a buffer zone along Alum Creek, Big Walnut Creek and their tributaries 76 Live Well | Blendon Community Plan
Action 1 Require conformance with AWARE sustainability and universal design standards
Bachman Builders for projects receiving public funds AWARE standards create sustainable, accessible No-step entryways homes that help maintain property values and ensure accessibility for all people regardless keep neighborhoods strong. Franklin County of physical ability developed the AWARE manual to standardize Goal A requirements for building and rehabilitating Promote sustainable housing that facilitates homes that are energy-efficient and accessible aging in place New or rehabilitated homes receiving public Sustainable and accessible housing is envi- funds must follow AWARE standards. Privately- ronmentally sensitive and allows seniors to funded projects are encouraged to use the maintain their quality of life by growing older standards as guidelines For more detail see the in their familiar surroundings. Growing older previous page. in one's home requires additional senior service coordination among multiple groups.
AWARE standards for sustainable, accessible homes
The AWARE Manual (Accessible, Water Sustainable standards: conservation, Air quality, Resource conscious, Energy-star rated appliances and fixtures Energy efficient) provides building standards Low/no use of volatile organic compounds, and contractor requirements for residential avoiding harmful fumes projects receiving federal funds through the city Recycled building materials of Columbus and Franklin County. High-efficiency air conditioning Homes built to AWARE standards help people Following AWARE standards makes homes live better and stay in their homes as they grow friendlier to people of all ages and abilities. older. The standards use environmentally- This supports strong communities and benefits sustainable materials, keep indoor air clean and property values. healthy, and make it easy to get around. Light switches and thermostat maximum 48" above floor Standards apply to both new construction and housing rehabilitation. Below are examples of what the AWARE standards require. Accessible standards: No-step entries for easy access One bedroom and full-bath on the first floor, to avoid climbing stairs
Lever-style handles to easily open doors U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Switches, phone jacks and thermostats within
. " x 8 reach a 4 m
Low-step showers to prevent falls . " n i 5 1 m
30" x 48" clear floor space perpendicular to the wall Electrical outlet to reach light switches/thermostat at least 15" above floor Illustration of selected AWARE accessibility standards Live Well 77
Action 2 Action 4 Support the use of universal design standards Provide information regarding energy in new construction and rehabilitation of efficiency programs residential units Reducing household energy consumption is Homes built with universal design features help environmentally friendly and reduces utility people stay in their homes regardless of age or costs. Utility companies and public agencies physical ability. Basic features such as zero-step offer a variety of financial incentives to retrofit entrances, wide doorways and a wheelchair- buildings and purchase energy-efficient appli- accessible bathroom on the first floor help make ances, equipment and lighting. homes accessible for all. The Home Weatherization Assistance Program Franklin County will provide information to replaces electric appliances, light fixtures, builders on these standards when applying for a furnaces, water heaters, and gas cooking stoves building permit. which in turn reduces energy consumption and utility costs. The program is administered by the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission. Action 3 Services are free to income-eligible residents. Facilitate conversion and construction of accessory apartments Action 5 Accessory apartments are additional housing Support the use of alternative energy sources units secondary to a main residence. They are such as solar, wind and geothermal ideal for extended families and make home ownership more affordable. Alternative energy sources have no emissions, can reduce energy costs and reduce reliance on Currently, regulations allow accessory apart- non-renewable resources. Franklin County can ments in one residential district and require a support the use of solar, wind and geothermal special permit. The Franklin County Economic energy by providing information, incentives Development and Planning Department should and referrals to public, private or nonprofit revise applicable sections of the Zoning Resolu- organizations. tion to encourage more of this housing type.
Aging in Place Older adults are finding it increasingly difficult stairs, traveling through their neighborhood and staying in their homes as they grow older. In connecting to social services. suburban communities throughout central Ohio, Aging in place is a concept aimed at overcom- seniors face difficultly getting up and down ing challenges to staying at home as you grow older. Studies show that enabling seniors to
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency stay in their homes improves health, supports diversity, builds neighborhood cohesion and saves money on medical care. In addition to the Blendon Community Plan’s recommendations, Franklin County and Blendon Township can further support aging in place through the following initiatives: continued on next page 78 Live Well | Blendon Community Plan
Action 7 Turn around neglected properties Vacant, abandoned, tax-delinquent and fore-
Church of St. Martin Church closed properties bring down the image and value of neighborhoods. The Franklin County Treasurer’s Office pursues properties for over- Well-kept homes support quality neighborhoods and due taxes. Blendon Township officials should maintain property values keep the Treasurer’s Office informed of vacant Goal B and abandoned properties and partner with them Maintain quality neighborhoods by to return them to productive use. improving the housing stock The Franklin County Economic Development New development should complement the use, and Planning Department administers the density, setback and scale of existing develop- Neighborhood Stabilization Program which ment. Existing development should be main- assists in acquiring and redeveloping foreclosed tained and improved to retain property values properties. Blendon Township and the Franklin and the quality of the neighborhood. County Economic Development and Planning Department should work together to identify foreclosed homes and apply for funds to acquire Action 6 and rehabilitate these properties. Facilitate home rehabilitation and compatible infill housing Action 8 Well-maintained housing supports neighbor- Increase the homeownership rate hood stability. Building in existing neighbor- hoods is an efficient use of land. Regulatory Homeowners move less often and are more and financial assistance should be directed to engaged in their neighborhood and civic affairs. vacant lots and homes in need of rehabilitation Neighborhoods with high homeownership rates to provide quality housing and maintain the generally have less crime and better neighbor- neighborhood’s character. hood upkeep. Several existing programs are available to aid first-time home buyers with the purchase of a house.
Aging in Place continued from previous page
Virtual retirement community: These non-profit, Volunteer network for helping seniors: Groups membership-based organizations negotiate and of teens willing to help seniors with program- obtain services and programs for their members ming DVD players, heavy housekeeping, yard that allow them to stay in their homes as they work, changing hard-to-reach light bulbs, teach- age. ing computer skills or other needs. Kind Call program: Designed to help indi- Home-sharing programs: Pairs people who viduals who live alone or who are primary want or need to share their homes for economic, caregivers for a family member. Each day at a service or companionship reasons with people time designated by the member, a phone call who need affordable housing. is placed to the home via computer at the local Blendon Township can explore the aging-in- government offices. The member picks up the place options above or numerous other senior- phone, listens to the message and presses “9” supportive initiatives. Social service agencies if everything is OK. If the member does not such as the Franklin County Office on Aging are answer the phone, the computer calls back. If an important partner in caring for residents as there is still no response a member-designated they grow older. “key-holder” is contacted. If a key holder can- not be reached, then safety forces are notified. Live Well 79
Action 9 Action 10 Improve the appearance of rental homes Direct financial assistance programs to help low-income families perform home Rental housing is an affordable option for maintenance and resolve code violations singles, young families and seniors. Affordable rental housing should be preserved and rehabili- Many property owners are unable to resolve tated to appear consistent with the surrounding violation issues due to limited financial housing. The curb appeal of rental homes can resources. The Franklin County Economic be improved through landscaping and home Development and Planning Department funds improvements. Franklin County, Blendon housing services partners that can assist Township and local rental agencies should work property owners. The partners aid in perform- collaboratively to target resources at improving ing home maintenance and helping to resolve the appearance of rental homes. violations.
commissioners strategic priorities
The Blendon Community Plan abides by three Regional Connections adopted polices: the Sustainability Resolution, Regional Connections is an effort to establish a the Central Ohio Green Pact and Regional Con- growth plan for the next 25 years in the central nections. The common goal of each is to create Ohio region sustainable economic growth. Formed by the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Sustainability Resolution Commission with input from public and private The Franklin County Commissioners passed leaders, Regional Connections emphasizes the resolution 683-06 stating a commitment to importance of local governments taking steps to environmental protection and economic growth. anticipate growth. This is achieved by: The resolution covers a range of county activi- Increasing development intensity in areas near ties. For land use plans, the resolution states two existing roads and sewer lines important policy goals: Promoting economic and community develop- Practicing environmentally responsible land use ment that respects nature Preserving natural resources Cooperating regionally and sharing develop- ment’s costs and benefits Providing affordable housing near jobs, recre- Central Ohio Green Pact ation and cultural amenities Beginning in 2007, Franklin County communi- Making decisions with a regional perspective ties have adopted the Central Ohio Green Pact, a shared agreement to make a more sustainable region. This is achieved by:
Reducing household waste Franklin County Building greener buildings Growing a green economy Adopting sustainable land use policies
Franklin County Commissioners from left: Paula Brooks, Marilyn Brown, John O'Grady 80 Live Well | Blendon Community Plan
Action 11 Continue enforcement of the Blendon Township Property Maintenance Code Franklin County A property maintenance code establishes minimum standards for the maintenance of residential properties. Key requirements of Parks are community assets, providing recreational Blendon Township’s maintenance code include: opportunities for residents no inoperable vehicles, keeping trash in approved containers, maintaining homes, gutters Goal C and roofs, and cutting grass. Continued code Maintain, improve and expand township enforcement is essential to maintaining a safe parks and recreational facilities environment and property values. Blendon Township’s parks and recreational facilities are assets to township residents provid- Action 12 ing opportunities to be physically active. Consider the feasibility of a rental housing inspection pilot program Action 13 Neglected rental homes are eyesores and lower Conduct a parks and recreation master plan property values. An inspection program aims to A master plan evaluates existing park and rec- help rental property owners comply with health reation facilities and outlines the community's and safety standards by conducting door-to-door desires for park and recreation improvements. inspections in focused areas. The master plan helps prioritize any future Franklin County and Blendon Township Code investment to ensure all Blendon Township Enforcement should partner in establishing a residents have access to quality parks and rental housing inspection program. Housing- recreation opportunities. maintenance program funds can be used to Public input is essential during the planning pro- provide incentives for owners to address issues cess to ensure the vision for the parks system is identified during the inspection. consistent with residents’ wishes. The Franklin County Economic Development and Planning Department can assist Blendon Township in conducting the master plan.
Action 14 Establish a parks advisory board A citizen-led advisory board should be estab- lished to oversee the maintenance and develop- ment of the parks system. The parks advisory board would be responsible for making recom- mendations to the Blendon Township Board of Trustees on the distribution of parks funds and the implementation of the parks master plan. Members should be appointed by the Blendon Well-maintained rental housing supports Township Trustees and should represent all
housing diversity Franklin County areas of the township. Live Well 81
Action 15 a high-profile area can encourage residents to Continue to set aside general maintenance install their own rain gardens at home. funds for each park Residents enjoy visiting well-maintained parks. Action 19 Without regular maintenance, parks fall into Add sufficient bicycle parking at parks disrepair, eventually requiring large sums to Bicycle parking is limited at Blendon Town- restore damage. ship parks. Providing bicycle parking reduces By continuing to dedicate funds each year vehicle parking demands and encourages more specifically for maintenance, Blendon Township bicycling. can ensure the upkeep of parks and facilities. Blendon Township should provide at least one bicycle space for every 20 parking spaces. Action 16 Temporary parking solutions such as a bike Consider a levy for parks corral or portable bicycle racks could be used during peak bicycle parking periods such as A property tax levy for parks is one option special events. to generate more funds. If approved by vot- ers, dedicated funds could be used for general maintenance, capital improvements or land Action 20 acquisition. Provide connections to the existing trail system Action 17 The Alum Creek and Big Walnut Creek trails Establish a park in the Cleveland Heights provide many recreational opportunities. neighborhood Neither is easily accessible, however, from the residential neighborhoods. Connections to Cleveland Heights residents expressed the need trails give residents access to more recreational for a park in their neighborhood. There is a large opportunities. amount of open space in the neighborhood that could be converted to a park. The Bikeways map shows proposed links from neighborhoods to the existing trail system. A park gives residents opportunities to be Signage consistent with the design standards physically active and facilitates more interaction created by the Central Ohio Greenways commit- between residents. Future development in the tee should be installed where needed to direct neighborhood should provide open space for bicyclists to nearby trails. public use.
Action 21 Action 18 Work with local agencies to add land to the Explore the feasibility of installing a wellness park system garden at the Blendon Township Senior Center Additional parkland will provide public access to nature and expand recreational opportunities A wellness garden is handicapped-accessible for residents. Franklin County and Blendon green space that enables residents to engage in Township will work with local agencies to physical and mental activity. Amenities include facilitate the addition of land including stream exercise stations, walking trails and meditation side areas to the parks system consistent with gardens. the Future Land Use map. The wellness garden should also function as a rain garden, which is an area planted with natu- ral vegetation that reduces stormwater runoff to storm sewers and waterways. Installation in 82 Live Well | Blendon Community Plan
Township can work with environmental partners to promote the use of stormwater best manage- ment practices. Franklin County
Action 24 Require dedication along Alum Creek, Big Alum Creek and Big Walnut Creek are home to diverse Walnut Creek and Spring Run for public use fish and wildlife species Goal D Development along waterways should protect environmentally sensitive land through dedica- Protect Alum Creek, Big Walnut Creek and tion of conservation easements that allow only their tributaries trails and open space. This will ensure that the The scenic Alum Creek and Big Walnut Creeks environmentally sensitive land near the creeks is are biologically diverse aquatic systems which permanently protected. are assets to Blendon Township. Action 25 Action 22 Support acquisition of scenic and sensitive Adopt regulations establishing a stream land located along the creeks buffer zone along Alum Creek, Big Walnut Lands along waterways are habitats for plants Creek and their tributaries and animals, filter water and prevent pollution. The buffer zone is a no-build area along creeks Franklin County and Blendon Township should and tributaries that filters pollution and replen- support public acquisition of these areas through ishes groundwater. The buffer zone should grants and other resources to ensure their pro- include the area adjacent to waterways, the tection and future conservation. 100-year floodplain and steep slopes. Prohibited uses within the buffer include Action 26 construction, parking lots, dredging and filling. Build and maintain relationships with local Permissible uses include passive recreation and watershed groups multi-use trails. Friends of Alum Creek and Tributaries and The Franklin County Economic Development Friends of Big Walnut Creek are non-profit and Planning Department and Blendon Town- organizations that support watershed protection ship should work closely with other Franklin and stewardship. Collaboration among these County agencies, Columbus, Westerville and groups and public agencies will help protect the environmental organizations in establishing creeks and their watersheds. watershed-wide stream buffer regulations.
Action 23 Promote the use of stormwater best management practices Stormwater best management practices such as rain gardens, bioswales, pervious surfaces and other techniques control stormwater runoff and stabilize soil to reduce pollution that runs off hard surfaces such as rooftops, driveways and parking lots.
Rain garden accepting The Franklin County Economic Develop- runoff—a stormwater best ment and Planning Department and Blendon management practice Conservation District Franklin Soil and Water Live Well 83
Hudson Library, Hudson, Ohio Blendon Township can save money and promote energy efficiency by performing an energy audit and reducing energy consumption.
Action 30 Community projects Support participation in the GreenSpot such as rain garden program installations increase the public’s awareness of The GreenSpot program is administered by the environmental issues Goal E city of Columbus and recognizes residents, busi- Promote environmental awareness and nesses and community groups for their work to stewardship promote a sustainable future. It also provides resources to help people meet their goals of sus- Public awareness of environmental issues pro- tainability through conserving energy, water and motes the responsible use of natural resources. recycling. Residents and businesses in Blendon Township should be encouraged to participate in Action 27 the GreenSpot program. Sign the Central Ohio Green Pact Community Garden Gazette The Central Ohio Green Pact is a multi-juris- dictional commitment to make our region more sustainable. Sustainability means meeting our economic and environmental needs today while ensuring that future generations can also meet their own needs. Community gardens are a good use of undeveloped The Green Pact outlines policies that enhance lots and help promote quality of life, protect the environment and healthy eating facilitate economic development. By signing Goal F this agreement the Blendon Township Trust- Support a sustainable local food system ees affirm the community’s commitment to a A local food system is a network of farmers, sustainable future. consumers and communities that partner to create a more locally based, self-reliant food Action 28 system. Promote backyard conservation Common backyard conservation practices Action 31 include composting, tree planting, using native Establish a farmers market plants and water conservation. These practices Access to fresh food leads to better eating habits both beautify and protect the environment. and a healthier community. Farmers markets Blendon Township will work with the Frank- connect producers and consumers of local lin Soil and Water Conservation District and foods. A farmers market could be located in the area watershed groups to promote backyard parking lot of Glengary Shopping Center, Sun- conservation. bury Plaza or the Blendon Township Complex. A farmers market could be supported through Action 29 Community Supported Agriculture, where Conduct an energy audit of buildings at the customers buy a share of a farm’s harvest Blendon Township Complex and receive food throughout the season. This arrangement gives farmers capital up-front and An energy audit assesses a building’s energy use enables consumers to receive a variety of fresh to identify opportunities to reduce consumption. food. 84 Live Well | Blendon Community Plan
Action 32 Economic Development and Planning Depart- Revise zoning regulations to allow ment will provide information on resources to community gardens start gardens and education on urban gardening practices. Currently, zoning regulations do not allow community gardens on lots smaller than one acre. The Franklin County Economic Develop- Action 35 ment and Planning Department should pursue Provide information to connect producers an amendment to permit community gardens on and consumers of local foods these smaller lots with reasonable regulations to Locally grown food is often difficult to find protect public health and neighborhood stability. and usually only available in farmers markets. Connecting local producers and consumers will Action 33 increase access to locally grown foods and the Identify and convert underutilized sites to economic vitality of local farming initiatives. community gardens Community gardens are self-maintained by Action 36 members of a neighborhood and community Support local food production and processing organizations. They build self-reliance, a sense enterprises of community and support local food systems. Franklin County has recently funded the Grow- Franklin County, Blendon Township and neigh- ing Entrepreneurs Initiative. The initiative will borhood organizations should collaborate to develop and expand food service enterprises identify and acquire properties for community by providing training, technical assistance and gardens. loans to income-eligible residents. The initiative gives entrepreneurs access to Action 34 the Ohio State University Food Industries Support the transition of yards, window Center for product development and marketing boxes and rooftops into food production training. Participants work with local grocers, areas farmers markets and other distributors in selling Urban gardening creates independence from their product. Information should be provided corporate food systems, fosters community to Blendon Township to inform residents of this involvement and gets people closer to the opportunity for entrepreneurship. natural environment. The Franklin County
Farmers markets bring ingredients for healthy meals directly
to neighborhoods City of Newton, Mass. Go Safely Transportation recommendations
Vision for the future A complete transportation system where people can easily travel by foot, bicycle, transit and car
Achieve this vision by: -- Installing sidewalks in priority areas -- Connecting to existing bicycle trails -- Adding amenities at existing bus stops -- Designing streets to accommodate all users 86 Go Safely | Blendon Community Plan
to install sidewalks. This will create a network which pedestrians can navigate safely.
Action 4 Use pedestrian-friendly design for major intersections Sidewalks allow residents City of Sammamish, Washington to travel safely to Pedestrians and automobiles primarily come nearby destinations Goal A into contact at intersections. Features such as crosswalks, warning signs and overhead street Create and maintain a complete network for lights make intersections safer, decreasing acci- pedestrian traffic dents and encouraging more people to walk. Walking has environmental, social and health A PedFlag program is one affordable tool benefits. A complete network for pedestrians to make neighborhood intersections safer. It means that people can get to destinations safely involves the placement of flags at each end on foot. of a cross walk. Pedestrians use them while crossing to increase their visibility therefore Action 1 making crossing the street faster, safer and more Install new sidewalks and improve crossings pleasant. in targeted areas according to the Sidewalk Priorities map Action 5 Sidewalks are essential to public safety and ben- Use pedestrian-friendly design within eficial to neighborhood stability. They encour- shopping centers and along commercial age people to walk, promoting public health corridors while reducing traffic congestion and energy In large shopping centers with lots of automo- use. Sidewalks connect people to jobs, shopping bile traffic, defining walkways for pedestrians and other destinations. can prevent accidents. In turn, better pedestrian Blendon Township in collaboration with the friendliness can lead to more people traveling Franklin County Engineer’s Office and the Ohio on foot. Any redevelopment of existing shop- Department of Transportation should plan for ping centers should include both pedestrian sidewalk installation according to the Sidewalk connections from the street to the shops and Priorities map. Road improvements should connections within the parking lot once people include sidewalk installation and sidewalks leave their cars. These connections should be should be at least 5 feet wide. accompanied by improved landscaping.
Action 2 Action 6 Maintain and improve existing sidewalks Complete a Safe Routes to Schools Plan The majority of streets in the existing residen- A Safe Routes to School Plan aims to make tial neighborhoods have sidewalks. Sidewalks walking and bicycling to school safer for chil- in disrepair are unattractive and dangerous to dren. Walking and bicycling enhances children’s pedestrians. Sidewalks should be properly main- health, ease traffic congestion and improve the tained to ensure safety and their continued use. quality of life in a community. A Safe Routes to School Plan can be completed as an amendment to the Blendon Community Plan with input Action 3 from stakeholders and the public. Require sidewalks for new development New office, commercial, industrial, and multi- unit residential developments should be required Go Safely 87 Dakota County, Minnesota Action 7 Use the Bikeways map to guide development of an area-wide bicycle network The Bikeways map is a compilation of area and regional bikeways plans and specific recom- mendations for Blendon Township. Franklin Bikeways provide County and Blendon Township should consult transportation and the Bikeways map when expanding bicycle recreation opportunities Goal B facilities or reviewing development proposals. Create a complete bicycle network for This ensures the creation of a well-connected recreation and transportation bikeway system. Bicycling has environmental, social and health benefits. A complete network allows bicyclists to travel safely to destinations.
Westerville Road Complete Transportation Network
The Westerville Road Streetscape Improve- A new bridge will also open up views to ment Plan makes recommendations supporting Alum Creek. a complete transportation system where people Several bus routes serve Westerville Road, can easily travel by foot, bicycle, transit and car. however, none have shelters. The plan recom- Walking and bicycling along Westerville Road mends installing new bus shelters that have a is dangerous due to a lack of sidewalks and unique design. It also recommends installing bicycle facilities. The plan recommends a new sidewalks, bicycle facilities and improved pedestrian and bicycle bridge across Alum landscaping to make walking, bicycling and Creek to improve connectivity and safety. transit more attractive transportation options. All Images: Franklin County / Neighborhood Design Center
Alum Creek Bridge before Alum Creek Bridge after
Existing transit facilities Proposed transit facilities 88 Go Safely | Blendon Community Plan
Action 8 Action 12 Provide connections to existing bikeways Locate buildings outside the railway corridor near Westerville Road There are existing bikeway facilities near Blendon Township including the Big Walnut The abandoned railway right-of-way has the Creek and Alum Creek trails. However, neither opportunity to become part of the regional is easily accessible from the residential neigh- bikeway system. The proposed Westerville to borhoods. Connections to trails give residents Arena District Bikeway would connect existing access to more recreational opportunities. The trails, parks, schools, universities and places of Bikeways map shows proposed links from interest. It will be a safe, convenient and fast neighborhoods to the existing trail system. way for commuting by bicycle. Locating build- ings outside of this corridor ensures that is will be available for a future regional bikeway. Action 9 Require new development to provide rights- of-way to accommodate shared use paths New development along bicycle corridors
should dedicate rights-of-way for bikeways in Franklin County addition to requirements of the Franklin County Thoroughfare Plan. These rights-of-way should Amenities like benches be a minimum of 20 feet to accommodate future make the use of transit services more shared-use paths as designated on the Bikeways appealing to residents map. Goal C Support a transit network that offers Action 10 sufficient destinations and frequent service Establish bicycle routes through the Huber Ridge and Sunbury Woods neighborhoods Transit complements other modes of transporta- tion and provides options to those who do not Bicycle-friendly street design and signage direct drive. bicyclists safely through a neighborhood. Recommended bicycle routes include: Action 13 Huber Ridge Improve pedestrian infrastructure near bus Buenos Aires Boulevard stops Paris Boulevard Using transit is more attractive with better Sunbury Woods pedestrian infrastructure. A safe path to a bus Executive Parkway stop encourages transit use. Blendon Township, Valley Quail Drive the Franklin County Engineer’s Office and the Central Ohio Transit Authority should partner to install sidewalks and pedestrian infrastructure to Action 11 encourage more travel by transit. Improve bicycle parking on public and private property Action 14 Convenient bicycle parking near destinations Improve existing bus stops encourages bicycling. Existing business owners should be encouraged to provide bicycle park- COTA provides shelters at bus stops to protect ing. One bicycle space should be installed for transit users from weather and provide a place every 20 parking spaces. to sit. The presence of bus shelters encourages more people to use transit. In areas without shelters, installing trash cans, recycling bins, Go Safely 89
benches and schedule displays can decrease lit- Action 16 ter and increase convenience for transit users. Ensure the proposed Westerville LINK route serves Huber Ridge and Sunbury Woods The Franklin County Economic Development and Planning Department and Blendon Town- LINK routes provide bus service within neigh- ship should work with COTA to install bus shel- borhoods and activity centers using smaller ters and other amenities at existing bus stops. buses. COTA’s long range plan recommends a LINK route in the Westerville area which could be extended to include Huber Ridge and Action 15 Sunbury Woods. Investigate the possibility of locating a Park and Ride in the Sunbury Woods area The Franklin County Economic Development and Planning Department, Blendon Township Park and Ride facilities allow commuters to and COTA should work together to ensure the avoid driving during the most congested times LINK route serves Huber Ridge and Sunbury of the day. The Central Ohio Transit Authority Woods. long range plan recommends the addition of a park and ride facility in the Sunbury Woods area. The Franklin County Economic Development and Planning Department, Blendon Township and COTA should work together in planning and constructing Park and Ride facilities.
COTA Long-Range Transit Plan
In 2005–2006 the Central Ohio Transit Author- Key recommendations include: ity hosted a series of public meetings seeking Using the newest technology to enhance the input on improving transit service in the region. transit experience Key stakeholders such as state and regional Increasing access, convenience and reliability planning agencies, local municipalities, and for people with limited mobility business and community leaders provided Improving passenger convenience by providing additional input in identifying transit needs and real-time information at major bus stops and possible solutions. transit centers Expanding service to employment and activity The long range plan makes recommendations to centers meet immediate transit needs and also create a Calling for strategic transit investments viable, responsive and modern transit system for Adding several neighborhood-oriented, circular the future. LINK routes One proposed LINK route serves many areas of Westerville. The Blendon Community Plan Central Ohio Transit Authority recommends extending the LINK route to serve the Huber Ridge and Sunbury Woods neighborhoods. 90 Go Safely | Blendon Community Plan
that future road projects are designed and constructed with all users in mind.
Action 18 Improve damaged roads and roadside drainage infrastructure
Physical treatments Regional Council Front Wasatch help calm traffic along Damaged roads and poor drainage pose a threat neighborhood streets Goal D to motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians. Blendon Township and Franklin County agencies can Maintain a safe, well-connected automobile work together to improve the condition of these network roads. Streets needing immediate attention The road network is the primary means of include: transportation within the planning area. Blendon Cleveland Heights Township’s easy access to freeways and major Abington Road roads is a community asset. Adda Avenue Brooklyn Drive Action 17 Chester Road Adopt a complete streets policy for future Claridon Road road improvements Clybourne Road A complete street is one designed for all users Huber Ridge: including pedestrians, bicyclists, transit users Brazzaville Road and motorists. A network of complete streets is Paris Boulevard safer, more livable and welcoming to everyone. Adopting a complete streets policy ensures
Complete Streets
A complete street is designed to balance safety Help children get physical activity and and convenience for everyone using the roads. gain independence through bicycling and Communities that adopt a Complete Streets walking policy make a commitment to consider and Reduce carbon dioxide emissions by riding provide appropriate facilities for motorists, a bicycle or walking pedestrians, bicyclists and transit users during new and retrofit road projects. Save costs for retrofitting streets later by integrating sidewalks, bike lanes, transit By adopting a complete streets policy, a com- amenities and safe crossings into the initial munity can: design of a project Support economic growth by provid- ing accessible and efficient connections between residences, schools, parks and businesses Reduce crashes and improve safety through safety improvements Ease traffic congestion by increasing travel options such as walking and bicycling m-bike Go Safely 91
Action 19 Install traffic calming devices in priority areas Traffic calming devices reduce vehicle speeds. They can also be visual amenities that beautify neighborhoods. Traffic calming devices should incorporate landscaping elements in their design. Blendon Township will work with the Franklin County Engineer’s Office to install and maintain traffic calming measures, with the exception of speed bumps, in the following high speeding areas: Huber Ridge Buenos Aires Boulevard Karikal Drive Paris Boulevard Sunbury Woods Executive Parkway Valley Quail Drive
Action 20 Encourage safety improvements along high- accident roads High-accident roads and intersections were identified through accident data and reports by residents. Although Blendon Township has limited authority on Franklin County roads and state routes, it is recommended that Franklin County and the Ohio Department of Transporta- tion consider safety improvements and speed limit reductions along the following roads: Cleveland Heights Cleveland Avenue
Huber Ridge On the next pages Dempsey Road Westerville Road The maps on the following pages show the Sunbury Woods bikeways plan and sidewalk installation Sunbury Road priorities. Rural East The Bikeways map shows locations of cur- Central College Road rent and proposed bikeways in Columbus, Cubbage Road Westerville and Blendon Township. Lee Road The Sidewalk Priorities map shows where Schott Road sidewalks should be installed in Blendon Smothers Road Township. Ulry Road Walnut Street 92 Go Safely | Blendon Community Plan
Types of proposed bikeways
Bikeways map What it is: The bikeways map shows locations of existing and proposed bikeways. The propos- als support a bikeway network for transportation and recreation. Why we need it: Since bikeways allow people to cover wide distances, communities plan for bikeways on a regional basis. This ensures we connect destinations for people in Blendon Township and throughout central Ohio. Shared Use Path In addition to Blendon Township bikeways recommendations, the map contains information from these sources: Columbus Bicenten- A path for bicycles and pedestrians, separate nial Bikeways Plan, Westerville Parks, Recreation and Open Space from a road. Generally 10 to 14 feet wide. Plan, MORPC Regional Bikeways Plan and Metroparks Trail Plan.
Bicycle lane Paved shoulder
On-street striped lane for bicycles, 4 to 6 feet A paved area beyond outside travel lanes, 4 feet wide, usually next to the outermost travel lanes. wide. Common on narrow rural roads.
Signed shared roadway All images: pedbikeimages.org Standard road with a combination of traffic calming, signage and “sharrows” (shown at right), or a high-volume road with 14-foot or wider outside lanes. Go Safely 93
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FRENCHPARKShared DR use path HONEYSUCKLE BLVD BLENDON PLACE DR MORALITY DR NORTHWOLD RD COACHFORD DR HAMILTON RD KILBOURNE AVE LITTLE PINE DR HILDEBRAND RD CLEVELAND AVE MAUTINO DR TETON RD
BIG PINE DR WALNUT VIEW BLVD CLARIDON RD SUNBURY RD BIG WALNUT CREEK VALLEY PARK AVE BIMINI DR DEER KNOLL DR LANDSBURN DR Shared use path (existing) CHESTER RD WYANDOTTE DR BLAREFIELD DR ABINGTON RD FAIRGROVE RD BERRYBUSH DR
BRETTON WOODS DR 3 SUGARBUSH BLVD SOUTHPARK DRSHARON RD HIDDEN RIDGE DR Bicycle lane PARKLANE AVE BLENDON PLACE DR WAGON WHEEL LN TRINDEL WY SILVER SPRINGS LN NORTHWOLD RD COACHFORD DR HAMILTON RD WINGFIELD ST CLEVELAND AVE MAUTINO DR NAFZGER DR TETON RD CLYBOURNE RD BERTHSTONE DR PORTOBELLO DR CLARIDON RD SUNBURY RD WOODVILLE CT SWINGLEY DR CHILMARK DR VALLEY PARK AVE Signed shared roadway BIMINI DR WOLF RUN DR DEER KNOLL DR BROOKLYN RD COLLINGDALEBENNINGTON RD AVE 270 CHESTER RD BROADVIEW RD ASBURY RIDGE DR ADDA AVE RAMSDELL DR BROADVIEW RD ABINGTON RD FAIRGROVE RD BERRYBUSH DR COLLIER DR SHARON RD Paved shoulderHIDDEN RIDGE DR MORSE RD MILITIA LN PARKLANE AVE WAGON WHEEL LN TRINDEL WY SILVER SPRINGS LN
WESTERVILLE RD SPECTACLE DR WINGFIELD ST NAFZGER DR MORSE RD APPIAN WAY CLYBOURNE RD BERTHSTONE DR PORTOBELLO DR STELZER RD WOODVILLE CT SWINGLEY DR CHILMARK DR TURPIN LN WOLF RUN DR BROOKLYN RD COLLINGDALEBENNINGTON RD AVE 270Cleveland Heights BROADVIEW RD ASBURY RIDGE DR MORSE RD ADDA AVE RAMSDELL DR BROADVIEW RD COLLIER DR DECLARATION DR
BENTRIDGE LN MORSE RD MILITIA LN
WESTERVILLE RD SPECTACLE DR MORSE RD APPIAN WAY STELZER RD
TURPIN LN
MORSE RD
DECLARATION DR
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COUNTY LINE RD
BURNS DR
BROAD ST E SMOTHERS RD
HAMILTON AVE VINE ST LAKETREE CT W OAKWOOD LN SUSAN AVE
JUNIPER AVE MARIE LOU DR E LINCOLN ST MURNANE ST ANDREW AVE CENTER ST
MANITOU DR
HAMPTON PARK LAWRENCE RD N STATE ST ELCLIFF DR HOME ST REBECCA AVE LYNDALE DR
OTTERBEIN AVE
GROVE ST COLLEGE AVE W MAIN ST KEETHLER DR N PLEASANT AVE BRYAN DR
COLLEGE AVE RD HEMPSTEAD EASTWOOD AVE
PARK ST MARY AVE NICOLE DR COLLINGWOOD DR PARK ST SUMMIT ST PARK ST
PLUM ST TAMMERLANE CT SCHOTT RD
WALNUT ST SPRING RD MARLENE DR
HILLCREST DR HOOVER PATTI DR COOPER RD LLEWELLYN AVE RESERVOIR
BUCKEYE ST
ORCHARD LN WALNUT ST WALNUT ST
BISHOP DR OTTERBEIN AVE CATAWBA AVE ONEIDA AVE SIOUX DR CHELSEA LN WALNUT ST COBBLESTONE AVE HIAWATHA AVE 3 OTTAWA AVE HARBOR VIEW DR
APACHE ST ILLINOIS AVE BITTERNUT LN
KNOX ST
MAINSAIL DR
CHEYENNE DR
ELECTRIC AVE MARIEMONT DR N FARRINGTON DR
WESTERVILLE RD CHERRINGTON RD
MOHICAN WY COPELAND MILL RD ALLVIEW RD
LIBERTY LN SUNBURY RD
VALLEYVIEW DR CUBBAGE RD
COOPER RD LAUREL DR DEER RUN RD OTTERBEIN AVE
W SCHROCK RD HACKBERRY DR
W SCHROCK RD HEMPSTEAD RD CAUTELA DR GREEN CREST DR OAK HILL DR FOREST RISE DR DALEVIEW DR SHADY RIDGE DR LIVERPOOL PL AUTUMN WOODS DR
PARK MEADOW RD
HILLSDOWNE RD BRISBANE AVE LEE RD
CLUB DR POINTVIEW DR CENTRAL COLLEGE RD HUBER VILLAGE BLVD BIG WALNUT CREEK
SPRING RD NORTH ST
COOPER RD 270 BROOK RUN DR CORPORATE EXCHANGE DR
COMMUNITY PARK DR ALUM CREEK LEE RD TRADEWIND DR
N RENO RD
HOME ACRE DR FOX RUN RD
NEWTOWN DR
COOPER WOODS DR KOOL AIR WAYRAVINE POINT DR RENO RD DAHLGREEN DR
TIMBERBANK LN COLSTON DR BELLAVIA AVE
EMRICK RD ARNETT RD DEMPSEY RD
HEMPSTEAD RD BANGASI RD DEMPSEY RD BATAVIA CT
BALBOA DR BLENDON WOODS BLVD KARIKAL DR PARIS BLVD N WATTEN LN Proposed bikeways MAKASSAR DR
DAKAR RD E DAKAR RD W WARNER RD BLOSSOM AVE MANILA DR 270 WESTRAY DR GRANADA HILLS DR BRAZZAVILLE RD WINFREE DR Shared use path
YOUNGS DR SAIGON DR CAIRO RD CAMELLIA CT PINECONE LN OLD PROVIDENCE LN VALLEY QUAIL BLVD CAMBRIA WY HIDEAWAY WOODS DR Shared use path (existing) N CARACAS DR RU PARIS BLVD E G VIENNA DR RIN SCISSORTAIL LOOP PANAMA DR LIMA DR SP PARIS BLVD SMOKETALK LN MANAGUA DR SUNBURY RD Bicycle lane TENABO AVE
MONTEVIDEO DR MEXICO AVE BIG WALNUT CREEK ULRY RD
FOREST HILLS BLVD CLOVER LN STOCKHOLM RD GOLDFINCH DR TURTLE STATION EVEREST WY ALUM CREEK Paved shoulder OSLO DR CHUCKLEBERRY LN SPOHN DR NATALIE CT BLUEJACKET RD MADRID DR ADIRONDACK AVE BITTERROOT DR FOXWORTH DR SPRING RUN LYNX DR
PINELLAS CT BUFFALO RUN BUENOS AIRES BLVD DR CARNATION SHASTA AVE EXECUTIVE PKWY LAKE FOREST BLVD Rural East WESTERVILLE RD LONGRIFLE RD SUNLAWN DR
LATROBE ST HARBIN CT
VALLEY LN S SPRINGFIELD DR BULLFINCH DR OAK KNOLL DR DUBLIN-GRANVILLE RD 161 WINDORF DR HARBIN DR MOCCASIN DR PONDEROSA DR LONGSHADOW DR OLD DUBLIN GRANVILLE RD FOREST EDGE DR KERRWOOD DR JORDAN RD 161 CORPORATE DR
WILDWOOD RD SCOTSFIELD DR SUNBURY RD W FOREST GROVE DR MINERVA LAKE RD
WOODLEY RD KILBOURNE RUN ORANGE BLOSSOM LN HARBOROUGH DR STRAWBERRY FARMS BLVD DAFFODIL DR NORTH BAY DR ECHO RD
OLD CHERRY BOTTOM RD W
LAKEWOOD DR MAPLEWOOD DR WINTERGREEN BLVD INGLESIDE DR S
WALLCREST BLVD WHISPER COVE CT MARCELLA DR CHERRYBOTTOM RD JETSTREAM DR WHISPER CREEK DR OMEGA DR WATT RD RICHLAND DR IRONSTONE DR MINERVA AVE
HONEYSUCKLE BLVD
FRENCHPARK DR LITTLE PINE DR HILDEBRAND RD MORALITY DR WALNUT VIEW BLVD KILBOURNE AVE ALUM CREEK BIG PINE DR WYANDOTTE DR LANDSBURN DR BLAREFIELD DR SUGARBUSH BLVD SOUTHPARK DR BLENDON PLACE DR 3 HAMILTON RD BRETTON WOODS DR
MAUTINO DR COACHFORD DR NORTHWOLD RD TETON RD BIG WALNUT CREEK CLEVELAND AVE SUNBURY RD BIMINI DR VALLEY PARK AVE CLARIDON RD DEER KNOLL DR CHESTER RD BERRYBUSH DR FAIRGROVE RD ABINGTON RD HIDDEN RIDGE DR WAGON WHEEL LN
SHARON RD SILVER SPRINGS LN NAFZGER DR PARKLANE AVE TRINDEL WY WINGFIELD ST PORTOBELLO DR WOODVILLE CT SWINGLEY DR CHILMARK DR WOLF RUN DR CLYBOURNE RD BERTHSTONE DR 270 ASBURY RIDGE DR BROADVIEW RD BROOKLYN RD COLLINGDALEBENNINGTON RD AVE BROADVIEW RD
RAMSDELL DR COLLIER DR ADDA AVE MILITIA LN
SPECTACLE DR MORSE RD
APPIAN WAY
WESTERVILLE RD TURPIN LN MORSE RD STELZER RD
MORSE RD
DECLARATION DR
BENTRIDGE LN 96 Go Safely | Blendon Community Plan
Sidewalk priorities installed first. Secondary priorities are sidewalks that should be installed after all the primary priorities are installed. What it is: This map shows areas where the community Sidewalks shown as “Install with new development” should would like new sidewalks. be provided at any time new development or redevelopment Why we need it: Installing sidewalks costs money. Real- is occurring. izing that funds are limited, the sidewalk maps prioritize The primary and secondary priorities reflect the community’s sidewalks: primary priorities are sidewalks that should be COUNTY LINE RD stated desires for new sidewalks.
SMOTHERS RD
W MAIN ST COLLEGE AVE
SCHOTT RD WALNUT ST
3 WALNUT ST
WESTERVILLE RD
SUNBURY RD
W SCHROCK RD CUBBAGE RD
HEMPSTEAD RD
CENTRAL COLLEGE RD LEE RD
COOPER RD 270
SPRING RD
DEMPSEY RD
WARNER RD
SUNBURY RD
ULRY RD
161 WESTERVILLE RD
161
See inset maps CHERRYBOTTOM RD
3 Sidewalk installation priorities
HAMILTON RD CLEVELAND AVE SUNBURY RD Primary priority
270 WESTERVILLE RD SecondaryBROADVIEW RD priority
Install with new development MORSE RD STELZER RD
MORSE RD Sidewalk priorities map COUNTY LINE RD
BURNS DR BROAD ST E SMOTHERS RD
HAMILTON AVE
VINE ST LAKETREE CT W OAKWOOD LN SUSAN AVE E LINCOLN ST CENTER ST JUNIPER AVE MURNANE ST ANDREW AVE MARIE LOU DR
N STATE ST HAMPTON PARK
LAWRENCE RD
HOME ST ELCLIFF DR MANITOU DR REBECCA AVE COUNTY LINE RD
LYNDALE DR BURNS DR
OTTERBEIN AVE
GROVE ST W MAIN ST COLLEGE AVE BROAD ST E
PLEASANT AVE COLLEGE AVE BRYAN DR KEETHLER DR N SMOTHERS RD EASTWOOD AVE HAMILTON AVE VINE ST HEMPSTEAD RD HEMPSTEAD PARK ST LAKETREE CT W MARY AVE OAKWOOD LN
NICOLE DR PARK ST SUMMIT ST SUSAN AVE E LINCOLNCOLLINGWOOD ST DR CENTER ST JUNIPER AVE PARK ST MURNANE ST ANDREW AVE MARIE LOU DR
PLUM ST N STATE ST HAMPTON PARK TAMMERLANE CT
LAWRENCE RD
HOME ST ELCLIFF DR MANITOU DR REBECCA AVE WALNUT ST LYNDALE DR SCHOTT RD
OTTERBEIN AVE GROVE ST SPRING RD W MAIN ST COLLEGE AVEMARLENE DR COOPER RD HILLCREST DR PLEASANT AVE COLLEGE AVE PATTI DR BRYAN DR KEETHLER DR N LLEWELLYN AVE EASTWOOD AVE HEMPSTEAD RD HEMPSTEAD BUCKEYE ST PARKORCHARD LN ST WALNUT ST MARY AVE
NICOLE DR BISHOP DR PARK ST SUMMIT ST COLLINGWOOD DR OTTERBEIN AVE WALNUT ST CATAWBA AVE ONEIDA AVE PARK ST PLUM ST SIOUX DR TAMMERLANE CT HIAWATHA AVE 3 CHELSEA LN WALNUT ST COBBLESTONE AVE WALNUT ST OTTAWA AVE HARBOR VIEW DR SCHOTT RD APACHE ST ILLINOIS AVE SPRING RD
KNOX ST MARLENE DR COOPER RD HILLCREST DR PATTI DR
CHEYENNE DR BITTERNUT LN MAINSAIL DR LLEWELLYN AVE
BUCKEYE ST ORCHARD LN WALNUT ST ELECTRIC AVE MARIEMONT DR N BISHOP DR OTTERBEIN AVE CATAWBA AVE WALNUT ST FARRINGTONONEIDA DR AVE WESTERVILLE RD CHERRINGTON RD SIOUX DR HIAWATHA AVE CHELSEA LN 3 COBBLESTONE AVE WALNUT ST OTTAWA AVE HARBOR VIEW DR COPELAND MILL RD ILLINOIS AVE APACHE ST
KNOX ST MOHICAN WY
CHEYENNE DR BITTERNUT LN ALLVIEW RD MAINSAIL DR ELECTRIC AVE
MARIEMONT DR N LIBERTY LN
SUNBURY RD VALLEYVIEW DR FARRINGTON DR
WESTERVILLE RD CHERRINGTON RD CUBBAGE RD COOPER RD
W SCHROCK RD OTTERBEIN AVE COPELAND MILL RD DEER RUN RD LAUREL DR
MOHICAN WY
HACKBERRY DR W SCHROCK RD ALLVIEW RD GREEN CREST DR OAK HILL DR HEMPSTEAD RD DALEVIEW DR FOREST RISE DR LIBERTY LN SHADY RIDGE DR SUNBURY RD CAUTELA DR Go Safely VALLEYVIEW DR CUBBAGE RD COOPER RD 97
PARK MEADOW RD LIVERPOOL PL HILLSDOWNE RD W SCHROCK RD OTTERBEIN AVE AUTUMN WOODS DR DEER RUN RD LAUREL DR
BRISBANE AVE HACKBERRY DR W SCHROCK RD GREEN CREST DR OAK HILL DR HEMPSTEAD RD
CLUB DR POINTVIEW DR DALEVIEW DR FOREST RISE DR LEE RD SHADY RIDGE DR CAUTELA DR HUBER VILLAGE BLVD CENTRAL COLLEGE RD
PARK MEADOW RD SPRING RD LIVERPOOL PL HILLSDOWNE RD AUTUMN WOODS DR
COOPER RD BRISBANE AVE NORTH ST 270
CORPORATE EXCHANGE DR CLUB DR POINTVIEW DR LEE RD BROOK RUN DR CENTRAL COLLEGE RD COMMUNITY PARK DR HUBER VILLAGE BLVD
SPRING RD
COOPER RD TRADEWIND DR NORTH ST 270 LEE RD CORPORATE EXCHANGE DR N RENO RD BROOK RUN DR COMMUNITY PARK DR HOME ACRE DR FOX RUN RD
NEWTOWN DR
COOPER WOODS DR TRADEWIND DR KOOL AIR WAY LEE RD RAVINE POINT DR RENO RD BELLAVIA AVE DAHLGREEN DR N RENO RD
TIMBERBANK LN EMRICK RD COLSTON DR HOME ACRE DRARNETT RD DEMPSEY RD FOX RUN RD
NEWTOWN DR HEMPSTEAD RD BANGASI RD COOPER WOODS DR KOOL AIR WAY
RAVINE POINT DR RENO RD DEMPSEY RD BLENDON WOODS BLVD BATAVIA CT BELLAVIA AVE DAHLGREEN DR PARIS BLVD N BALBOA DR
TIMBERBANK LN KARIKAL DR EMRICK RD WATTEN LN COLSTON DR ARNETT RD DEMPSEY RD MAKASSAR DR HEMPSTEAD RD
DAKAR RD E BLOSSOM AVE DAKAR RD W BANGASI RD GRANADA HILLS DR DEMPSEY RD BRAZZAVILLE RD BLENDONMANILA WOODS DR BLVD 270 BATAVIA CT WESTRAY DR PARIS BLVD N BALBOA DR YOUNGS DR WINFREE DR KARIKAL DR WARNER RD PINECONE LN SAIGON DR WATTEN LN OLD PROVIDENCE LN CAIRO RD CAMELLIA CT MAKASSAR DR
DAKAR RD E BLOSSOM AVE DAKAR RD W GRANADA HILLS DR MANILA DR HIDEAWAY WOODS DR VALLEY QUAIL BLVD 270 BRAZZAVILLE RD CAMBRIA WY WESTRAY DR YOUNGS DR CARACAS DR N WINFREE DR WARNER RD PINECONEPARIS BLVD LN E RU SAIGON DR OLD PROVIDENCE LN CAIRO RD VIENNA DR G CAMELLIA CT PANAMA DR RIN SCISSORTAIL LOOP PARIS BLVD LIMA DR SP
TENABO AVE MANAGUA DR SMOKETALKHIDEAWAY WOODS DR LN VALLEY QUAIL BLVD CAMBRIA WY SUNBURY RD CARACAS DR N PARIS BLVD E RU FOREST HILLS BLVD VIENNA DR G MONTEVIDEO DR IN MEXICO AVE PANAMA DR SPR SCISSORTAIL LOOP PARIS BLVD BIG WALNUT CREEKLIMA DR
STOCKHOLM RD GOLDFINCH DR EVEREST WY ALUM CREEK SMOKETALK LN ULRY RD TENABO AVE MANAGUA DR CLOVER LN TURTLE STATION SUNBURY RD FOREST HILLSOSLO BLVD DR SPOHN DR NATALIE CT MEXICO AVE MONTEVIDEO DR CHUCKLEBERRY LN FOXWORTH DR ADIRONDACK AVE MADRID DR BLUEJACKET RD BIG WALNUT CREEK STOCKHOLM RD GOLDFINCH DR EVEREST WY ALUMBITTERROOT CREEK DR ULRY RD
CLOVER LN OSLO DR TURTLE STATION SPOHN DR NATALIE CT LYNX DR CHUCKLEBERRY LN PINELLAS CT FOXWORTH DR ADIRONDACK AVE MADRID DR BLUEJACKET RD BITTERROOT DR BUENOS AIRES BLVD SHASTA AVE CARNATION DR BUFFALO RUN WESTERVILLE RD EXECUTIVE PKWY LAKE FOREST BLVD LYNX DR PINELLAS CT SUNLAWN DR
BUENOS AIRES BLVD LONGRIFLE RD
SHASTA AVE CARNATION DR HARBIN CT WESTERVILLE RD BUFFALO RUN OAK KNOLL DR VALLEY LN S EXECUTIVE PKWY LAKE FOREST BLVD
LATROBE ST 161 SUNLAWN DR DUBLIN-GRANVILLE RD SPRINGFIELD DR LONGRIFLE RD PONDEROSA DR HARBIN CT BULLFINCH DR HARBINOAK KNOLL DR DR VALLEY LN S 161 WINDORF DR LATROBE ST DUBLIN-GRANVILLE RD MOCCASIN DR SPRINGFIELD DR PONDEROSA DR OLD DUBLIN GRANVILLE RD HARBIN DR BULLFINCH DR FOREST EDGE DR LONGSHADOW DR KERRWOOD DR WINDORF DR JORDAN RD MOCCASIN DR OLD DUBLIN GRANVILLE RD KERRWOOD DR FOREST EDGE DR LONGSHADOW DR JORDAN RDCORPORATE DR 161
WILDWOOD RD CORPORATE DR 161 MINERVA LAKE RD WILDWOOD RD SCOTSFIELD DR SUNBURY RD W MINERVA LAKE RD FOREST GROVE DR SCOTSFIELD DR SUNBURY RD W WOODLEY RD FOREST GROVE DR WOODLEY RD ORANGE BLOSSOM LN HARBOROUGH DR ORANGE BLOSSOM LN NORTH BAY DR STRAWBERRY FARMS BLVD DAFFODIL DR HARBOROUGH DR NORTH BAY DR STRAWBERRY FARMS BLVD ECHO RD DAFFODIL DR ECHO RD
OLD CHERRY BOTTOM RD W
OLD CHERRY BOTTOM RD W LAKEWOOD DR MAPLEWOOD DR HuberLAKEWOOD Ridge DR · Sunbury Woods MAPLEWOOD DR WINTERGREEN BLVD WALLCREST BLVD WALLCREST BLVD INGLESIDEWINTERGREEN DR S BLVD JETSTREAM DR INGLESIDE DR S WHISPER CREEK DR JETSTREAM DR WHISPER COVE CT OMEGA DR WHISPER CREEK DR MARCELLA DR WHISPER COVE CT
OMEGA DR CHERRYBOTTOM RD MARCELLA DR IRONSTONE DR IRONSTONE DR WATT RD WATT RD CHERRYBOTTOM RD RICHLAND DR RICHLAND DR MINERVA AVE MINERVA AVE
HONEYSUCKLE BLVD HONEYSUCKLE BLVD MORALITY DR FRENCHPARK DR MORALITY DR FRENCHPARK DR HILDEBRAND RD KILBOURNE AVE KILBOURNE AVE LITTLE PINE DR HILDEBRAND RD LITTLE PINE DR
BIG PINE DR WALNUT VIEW BLVD
BIG PINE DR WALNUT VIEW BLVD
LANDSBURN DR WYANDOTTE DR WYANDOTTE DR LANDSBURN DR BLAREFIELD DR BLAREFIELD DR BRETTON WOODS DR 3 SUGARBUSH BLVD SOUTHPARK DR BRETTON WOODS DR 3 SUGARBUSH BLVD SOUTHPARK DR BLENDON PLACE DR
NORTHWOLD RD COACHFORD DR BLENDON PLACE DR HAMILTON RD CLEVELAND AVE MAUTINO DR NORTHWOLD RD COACHFORD DR HAMILTON RD MAUTINO DR TETON RD CLEVELAND AVE CLARIDON RD SUNBURY RD TETON RD VALLEY PARK AVE BIMINI DR CLARIDON RD SUNBURY RD DEER KNOLL DR VALLEY PARK AVECHESTER RD BIMINI DR DEER KNOLL DR CHESTER RD ABINGTON RD FAIRGROVE RD BERRYBUSH DR
SHARON RD HIDDEN RIDGE DR ABINGTON RD FAIRGROVE RD BERRYBUSH DR
SHARON RD HIDDEN RIDGE DR PARKLANE AVE WAGON WHEEL LN TRINDEL WY SILVER SPRINGS LN
WINGFIELD ST PARKLANE AVE WAGON WHEEL LN NAFZGER DR CLYBOURNE RDTRINDEL WY BERTHSTONE DR SILVER SPRINGS LN PORTOBELLO DR
WINGFIELD ST NAFZGER DR WOODVILLE CT SWINGLEY DR CHILMARK DR WOLF RUN DR CLYBOURNE RD BERTHSTONE DR BROOKLYN RD COLLINGDALEBENNINGTON RD AVE PORTOBELLO DR 270 Sidewalk installation priorities WOODVILLE CT SWINGLEY DR CHILMARK DR WOLF RUN DR BROADVIEW RD ASBURY RIDGE DR BROOKLYN RD COLLINGDALE RD ADDA AVE RAMSDELL DR BROADVIEW RD BENNINGTON AVE 270 COLLIER DR Primary priority BROADVIEW RD ASBURY RIDGE DR ADDA AVE RAMSDELLMORSE DR RD BROADVIEW RD COLLIER DR MILITIA LN
WESTERVILLE RD SPECTACLE DR MORSE RD MORSE RD Secondary priority APPIAN WAY STELZER RD MILITIA LN
TURPIN LN WESTERVILLE RD SPECTACLE DR MORSE RD APPIAN WAY STELZER RD Install with new development Cleveland Heights MORSE RD TURPIN LN
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