Accord Panel

A fundamental goal of the Big Darby Accord is to ensure that the zoning and site development review processes are fair, consistent and apply evenly to all areas of the planning area.  

A Big Darby Accord Advisory Panel will fulfill an oversight function to the review process and create a mechanism for collaboration among the jurisdictions.  

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.

Composition

The Accord Panel is a multi-jurisdictional body with members appointed by the participating jurisdictions.
 

Jurisdiction Appointees

City of Columbus

(City Council and Mayor appointments)
3

City of Hilliard 

(City Council and Mayor appointment)
1

Franklin County 

(Board of Commissioners appointment)
2

Brown Township

(Trustee appointment)
1

Prairie Township 

(Trustee appointment)
1

Pleasant Township 

(Trustee appointment)
1

Suburban Municipality 

(Grove City) 
1

An additional at-large member is jointly appointed by Accord Panel members.

 

Members

City of Columbus
City of Hilliard
Franklin County
Brown Township
Pleasant Township
Prairie Township
At Large