The Big Darby Accord is a multi-jurisdictional plan covering the Franklin County portion of the nationally recognized Big Darby Watershed. A fundamental goal of the Accord is to ensure that the zoning and site development review processes are fair and consistent throughout the planning area. The Panel shares responsibility with the local governing jurisdiction to review and render advisory, non-binding opinions on zoning applications and site development plans in terms of conformance with the Accord Plan. Each jurisdiction continues to be responsible for final plan approval or denial for proposals in their area. Panel membership is comprised of appointees from partner jurisdictions.

The Franklin County Department of Economic Development and Planning serves as secretary to the panel and hosts an extensive website with plan documents, application information, schedule and other resources.

Big Darby Accord Website

Location Map (Click map for larger image)

Meetings: 
Meetings are generally held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. See schedule below for meeting and application deadline calendar. Meetings are subject to cancellation or rescheduling. You are encouraged to contact staff to verify meeting times and dates.

Applications:
To ensure consistency among jurisdictions, the Accord Panel uses a development review checklist to help applicants meet the requirements of the Accord Plan. Applicants submit a completed checklist along with any development proposal that will be reviewed by the Accord Panel. The checklist and additional information is available at the Big Darby Accord website.

Sign Language Interpreter:
An interpreter will be made available for anyone in need of this service. To schedule an interpreter, please contact the City of Columbus, Planning Division at 645-8036 at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the scheduled meeting time.