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The Downtown Columbus Strategic Plan was developed in 2022 by Downtown Columbus, Inc., with input from thousands of Columbus Region residents, businesses, and civic leaders who weighed in on what should be prioritized to build the ideal future for Downtown Columbus.
Downtown Columbus, Inc. is the lead organization that drives progress of the plan, guided by two essential principles: Inaction is not an option, and the plan cannot be achieved through the work of any one organization alone.
The Plan will succeed because of the collective efforts of various organizations and individuals, both public and private. Downtown Columbus itself is well-positioned as a location that is uniquely development-ready and already growing.
The Plan’s primary area of study and focus is specifically focused on Downtown, roughly bordered by I-670 to the north, I-71 to the east, I-70/71 to the south, and the railroad tracks to the west, including the Scioto Peninsula.
The Downtown Columbus Strategic Plan aims to achieve the following by 2040.
When these goals are achieved, wherever you stand in Downtown Columbus, you’ll find housing, employment, entertainment, and everyday essentials within a walk of 15 minutes or less.
Residents are the cornerstone of Downtown Columbus' growth. With a current residential population of 12,000, nurturing this burgeoning residential community will propel our downtown towards becoming a thriving destination for both employees and visitors alike.
With a future-focused workforce both learning and earning here, Downtown Columbus aims to become not only a hub for commerce but also a vibrant community where employees can thrive both personally and professionally.
With world-class attractions, events, and hospitality offerings, Downtown Columbus is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment where visitors can explore, connect, and be inspired. Whether here for business or leisure, Downtown Columbus strives to captivate and delight visitors from near and far.
The community called for a more inclusive, more equitable, and more vibrant Downtown, but you don’t have to take our word for it. See what was said as part of the community engagement process for the 2022 Downtown Columbus Strategic Plan.
You can view the live-streamed Downtown Commission meeting from September 27, 2022 here.
You can view the recap from the Community Workshop from April 2022 here.
You can view the video from the virtual Community Workshop from January 2022 here.
Downtown Columbus Inc. is a private, non-profit development corporation with a mission to lead city-changing projects in the heart of Ohio’s capital city. Downtown Columbus Inc. was created in 2002 to implement the Downtown Strategic Plan.
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