Columbus City Council established area Commissions in the early 1980s. The purpose of an area commission is to act as a liaison between neighborhood groups, property owners, residents, developers and city officials. Currently there are 13 area commissions established within the city of Columbus.

We encourage individuals residing and/or working within a region being served by an area commission to become involved with the commission and in making the decisions affecting Columbus neighborhoods. If an area commission is not currently serving your area of residence or work, and if the area meets the designation criteria, you may petition City Council for the establishment of a commission area. If you have questions concerning area commissions or about the process involved in the creation of an area commission, please refer to the Columbus City Code information links below. 

Area Commissions
Clintonville Area Commission
Driving Park Area Commission
Franklinton Area Commission
Greater Hilltop Area Commission
Milo-Grogan Area Commission
Near East Area Commission
North Central Area Commission
Northeast Area Commission
North Linden Area Commission
South Linden Area Commission
Southwest Area Commission
University Area Commission
Westland Area Commission

Columbus City Code Information