Welcome to the
Far East Area Commission
Welcome to the
Far East Area Commission
WHERE WE ARE INSPIRING GROWTH THROUGH SERVICE,
RESOURCES, AND DEVELOPMENT
Zoning
The Far East Area Commission highly recommends that before land is acquired and an application submitted to the City, that you come before the Area Commission with your intentions if you need a variance or rezoning to see if it would receive support.
Click below to inquire to be added to the agenda.
2026 Meeting Schedule
Tues January 6th, 2026
Tues February 3rd, 2026
Tues March 3rd, 206
Tues April 7th, 2026
Tues May 5th, 2026
Tues June 2nd, 2026
Tues July 7th, 2026
Tues August 11th, 2026
Tues September 1st,2026
Tues October 6th, 2026
Tues November 3rd, 2026
Tues December 1st, 2026
IMPORTANT MEETING INFORMATION!
IMPORTANT MEETING INFORMATION!
THIS meeting will be held at Eastpointe Christian Church
745 N Waggoner Rd Blacklick Oh
Feb 3rd at 6:30pm
Zoning Applications to be Reviewed at our Next Meeting:
- CV25-116 & Z25-063 | 8032 Kennedy Rd
- BZA25-159 | 8000 E Broad St
- CV25-129 | 100 Noe Bixby Rd
- GC26-001 | 6115 McNaughten Ctr
- BZA26-001 | 565 Old Farm Rd
- Z26-001 | 181 Business Center Dr
Applications are public and can be viewed at https://portal.columbus.gov/Permits/Default.aspx
How to Join Our Meetings
How to Join Our Meetings
Our meetings are always open to the public. Community members are encouraged to attend and are welcomed.
Our meeting location is at the Far East Neighborhood Pride Center.
Located at 2500 Park Crescent Drive Columbus Oh 43232
This is located off of Brice Road near Interstate 70.
The Far East Neighborhood Pride Center serves over 70 distinct, unique City of Columbus neighborhoods in over 36 square miles on the far east side of Columbus, Ohio. Zipcodes served are 43209, 43213, 43227, 43232, 43004, 43068 and 43110.
For more information please contact:
Lynne LaCour - Far East Neighborhood Manager
Phone: 614-724-0100
Fax: 614-724-0111
Email: LDLacour@columbus.gov
If You Would Like to Speak
If You Would Like to Speak
For An Application or Agenda item:
We always want to make sure everyone has an opportunity to speak and be heard. If we have a full agenda we may limit the time speakers have to a few minutes. However if we find that speakers need more time, we can hold a special meeting and take the time to hear everyone. All speakers can submit the following information via our Submit A Speaker Slip to the right, up until 3:00pm on meeting day. We will also have Speaker Slips available at our meetings.
For Non Agenda Items:
Please fill out a Speaker Slip to the right, up until 3:00pm on meeting day.
Have A Concern?
We represent you! Members of the community who would like to have their concern considered for placement on the agenda at the next Far East Area Commission meeting are encouraged to submit written testimony via our contact form, or contact the Far East Area Commission Chair.
Submit A Speaker Slip
Submit A Speaker Slip
Don't understand the complexities of a Rezoning or Variance? We can help!
-Developer applies for a rezoning
-Developer posts a sign on parcel with application information
-City staff develop a staff report indicating support or suggestions on changes
-Area Commission is given notification postcards to send to addresses in 125’ radius of project with Area Commission meeting information
Where YOU are most important and NEED to attend
-The Developer attends and explains the project at the next public Area Commission meeting (The Area Commission will give a positive or negative recommendation for the project to the city. Area Commissions consider many things including: the project impact, feedback from residents and businesses, feedback from the developer, C2P2 plan…). Written testimony or signing up to speak available at www.FarEastAC.org
-The Developer attends and explains the project at the next public Development Commission meeting (The Development Commission will give a positive or negative recommendation for the project to the city. 3 Residents can speak for the project and 3 can speak against the project for 3 minutes each). Written testimony or signing up to speak available through zoninginfo@columbus.gov
-The Developer attends and explains the project at Columbus City Council meeting where the FINAL decision is made by Council. (3 Residents can speak for the project and 3 can speak against the project for 3 minutes each). Policy regarding speaking or providing written testimony - https://www.columbus.gov/Government/City-Council/Meeting-Schedules-Agendas/Speak-At-Council
Applications are public and can be viewed at https://portal.columbus.gov/Permits/Default.aspx
Emails are also encouraged to be sent to City Council legislative aides of every City Council member
Creating an inclusive and equitable new chapter for Eastland requires a bold, long-term vision. This consists of a framework that centers around people, places, and opportunity. It is critical to identify the needs, challenges, and opportunities for all the stakeholders within the Eastland community, from housing to education to employment to history and culture.
To create a community-driven vision, this planning process will engage Eastland area stakeholders who live, work, worship, play, and learn in the community. This will ensure the Eastland Community Plan will be a successful roadmap to a bright future for everyone.
Our 2026 Eastland Prosperity Center
Located near Refugee and Hamilton Roads, the Eastland Prosperity Center will turn a former Kroger shopping center into a 67,000 square-foot human services hub. We estimate it will help at least 100,000 people each year from Eastland and the surrounding region. The new Center will include:
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A Mid-Ohio Market offering fresh, healthy food at no cost to eligible customers.
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On-site help applying for SNAP, Medicaid, and other programs.
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A community health center operated by a heath care partner.
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Referrals to the Mid-Ohio Farmacy program.
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WIC and CelebrateOne offices operated by the City of Columbus.
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Reservable community space.
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And more!
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A Human Services Hub in Southeast Columbus (Opening 2026)
With our neighbors and partners, Mid-Ohio Food Collective is leading a bold vision for hunger relief and community in southeast Columbus. The Eastland Prosperity Center will combine a free food market with a community health center, city services, and other supports under one roof to create a one-stop destination for social services.
Join the Far East Area Commission for a discussion on how to shape the future of the Eastside in the next phase of Zone In.
