Purpose

Describe the procedure for submitting information to University Land Use Planning for projects requiring Site Approval from the Campus Planning Committee.

Responsibility

The OSU Campus Master Plan (CMP) states that University Land Use Planning staff shall evaluate project proposals and provide input with regard to CMP plan policies to assist the project sponsors to develop plans that incorporate and address plan policies and zoning requirements.

The Campus Planning Committee (CPC) reviews all proposals for a site within the main campus.Prior to CPC approval, University Land Use Planning staff review site requests for consistency with the Campus Master Plan and Historic Preservation Plan (if applicable), as well as conduct an assessment of existing conditions and potential transportation and parking impacts from the proposed development.This information is presented in a staff report that includes a recommendation to the Campus Planning Committee.

The Project Manager should contact University Land Use Planning Manager to discuss project sponsor’s need and determine potential location as well as determine the assigned planning staff person.

Timeframe

All information must be submitted to the assigned staff person at least thirty (30) days prior to the CPC meeting. Projects must be included in the OSU Capital Forecast or the annual Capital Budget before requesting a site.

Process

Assigned University Land Use Planning staff will review project(s) and generate staff report(s) in the priority order established by the University Land Use Planning Manager in consultation with the Capital Projects Manager.

CPC Site Approval – Submittal Information:

  • Project Name:
  • Project Overview: Provide a brief description of the project including:
    • Location
    • Building description
    • Proposed Use
    • If the project involves any unique uses/features or relationships to adjacent buildings, outdoor areas, or landscapes, include that information.
    • Note any structural, landscape, or infrastructure on the site that will be removed and/or demolished as part of the project, as well as information on replacement (if applicable)
    • Anticipated project timeline
  • Preferred Location: Provide a preferred location, as well as other considered locations if applicable, and describe the reason for the preferred location.
  • Project on the OSU Forecast Plan: (Yes or No)
  • Adjacent Building and/or Structure Name(s) and Location(s):
  • Sector:
  • Existing Use of Site:
  • Proposed Use(s):
  • Estimated Building Size: (Include estimated footprint, number of floors, and total square feet)
  • Anticipated Occupancy: (Include staff, students, other users if applicable)
  • Parking Displacement: (Yes or No)
  • Utility Extension will be Required: (Yes or No)
    • Include any specific information if available.  Please note if this information has not yet been determined.
  • Infrastructure Extension will be Required: (Yes or No)
    • Include any specific information if available.  Please note if this information has not yet been determined.
  • Additional information Pertinent to Site Request:
  • Graphic Materials (Exhibits) – PDFs (e.g., 8.5 x 11 or 11 x 17)
    • Preferred Site Location(s) (hand sketch that notes desired project area is acceptable)
    • Conceptual area plan for a project involving multiple buildings or structures (if applicable)
    • Photo exhibits or mockup drawings (if applicable)