West Innovation District Rezoning
As part of the City’s long-term planning efforts, Envision Dublin was created to guide future land use decisions in a thoughtful and strategic manner. This process has involved a multi-year public engagement campaign, including open houses, surveys, stakeholder meetings and public hearings. The Envision Dublin Future Land Use Plan recommendations align with the proposed rezoning of these parcels from Rural to Research Flex and Research Assembly.
On Feb. 20, 2025, the Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) reviewed the rezoning of nine parcels totaling approximately 370 acres within the West Innovation District from Rural District to ID-2, Research Flex District and ID-3, Research Assembly District. PZC recommended approval of the rezoning with no conditions. Opportunities for public comment were provided as part of the PZC review.
On March 17, City Council held a first reading for Ordinance 06-25. Council received the first reading, and the second reading was scheduled for April 7.
On April 7, 2025, Dublin City Council provided a second reading/public hearing of Ordinance 06-25– Request and approval of rezoning approximately 370 acres within the West Innovation District from R, Rural District, To ID-2, Research Flex District And ID-3, Research Assembly District. Following public comment, Council moved to table Ord. 06-25 to allow for additional review and public comment.
On May 8, 2025, a public meeting was held in the Council Chamber to allow staff to share information about Dublin’s strategic planning efforts, the vision for the West Innovation District and the details of the proposed rezoning.
Resident engagement was high, with approximately 100 attendees in person and an additional 65 viewing the meeting online. Following the presentation, residents asked questions and shared comments. The meeting recording and presentation are shared on the right side of this webpage.
On May 21, 2025, City Manager Megan O’Callaghan and Director of Community Planning & Development Jenny Rauch met with the newly elected Ballantrae Community Association leaders to further the dialogue with residents and discuss the feedback we’ve received, including noise, light pollution and traffic.
On June 11, 2025, Director of Community Planning & Development Jenny Rauch, Director of Transportation & Mobility Jeannie Willis and Director of Economic Development, along with Washington Township Administrator Eric Richter, met with Washington Township residents to answer questions and hear concerns regarding the proposed rezoning.
Next Steps
- May 19 Council Meeting – Ord. 06-25 was removed from the table and placed on an upcoming Council agenda.
- A second reading and public hearing for Ord. 06-25 will be held at the June 23 Council Meeting, during which residents may once again share comments. The week of May 19, notices were sent to all properties within 300 feet of the proposed rezoning areas.
- Prior to the June 23 Council meeting, notifications will be shared with Ballantrae homeowner association leaders and all email contacts provided by residents who participated in public meetings, public comments or emails to the City Manager/City Council regarding the topic.
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