Below is a summary of several projects that are in various stages of completion. Click on the images below to be directed to that project’s page.

Columbus Downtown 2030 Plan

The City of Columbus seeks an updated downtown strategic development plan that recognizes the recent history of redevelopment, incorporates current initiatives, and provides a clear, comprehensive strategy for continued advancement. Envision Columbus, the most recent strategic plan, was completed in 2018 and remains relevant as we pursue wide-ranging strategies for enhancing our community. Although some solutions provided through Envision were implemented, many were affected by the pandemic. Post-Pandemic, the City of Columbus has placed emphasis on redefining goals for activation, acquisition and placemaking downtown.

Gateway Plaza

The Gateway Plaza, which encompasses the POW/MIA/Law Enforcement Plaza, Public Safety Plaza, and Robert D. Garton Veterans Plaza, is undergoing a complete redesign. The original plaza was designed by Michael Van Valkenburgh and Associates (MVVA) in 2000. The site is approximately 1.5 acres and encompasses two separate plazas at the north and south of State Road 46, which sees nearly 30,000 vehicles pass through daily. This area serves as a main entry into Columbus but has been overgrown and underutilized for years. The redesign and redevelopment of this site will integrate the Gateway Plaza into other developments in this area.

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2nd Street Thoroughfare Project

One recommendation identified in Envision Columbus Comprehensive Plan was to increase connectivity to the south side of our town to enhance pedestrian safety and experience. The 2nd Street Thoroughfare Project was created in response to a desire to extend the pedestrian-friendly experience downtown. The project will feature several modifications to the existing conditions such as: narrowing the traffic lanes as a traffic calming measure, integrating on-street parking, incorporating safety bumpouts and buffers, creating an on-street connection to the Taylor apartments, installing pedestrian crosswalks, and planting new landscaping.

Riverfront Project

All of the necessary regulatory permits have been received for the Our River… Our Riverfront project! Throughout the course of planning and preparing to implement the Riverfront Project, seeking public and professional input has remained a priority. We realize that this is “our” river and that the future of our community will continue to be tied to innovation and creativity. Having a vibrant Riverfront is not only about the trail redesign, but also considers priority planning to protect our environment, ensure safety in all aspects, and fiscal responsibility. All this is critical while continuing to be mindful of Columbus’ history and legacy of architectural quality and innovation.

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Walesboro Airport Masterplan

The Walesboro Airport site is on the outskirts of the city in what is now mainly an industrial corridor. It was built in the 1950’s as a response to World War Two and since that time, the site had seen only modest development. The airport property presents both opportunities and challenges due to its location and environmental features, particularly the existing test tracks and floodplain status.

11th & Washington Mixed-Use Development

In November 2024, the Redevelopment Commission executed a Project Agreement with Rubicon Development Group for a mixed-use development located generally between Washington Street and Jackson Street south of 11th Street. The 5-story mixed use development is set to include 120 units of multi-family housing, 10% of which are to be considered workforce housing at a 20% rent reduction; a 143-space parking garage; and 5,300 sq. ft. of first-floor commercial and tenant common space.

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6th & Washington Mixed-Use Development

Developer Flaherty & Collins Properties is pursuing the development of a four- to five-story, mixed-use, multi-family development, including approximately 50 apartments and 10,000 square feet of first-floor commercial space on property located at the northwest corner of 6th Street and Washington Street. The property in reference is currently owned by Cummins Inc. and has served as a vacant lot and greenspace to date.