Columbus Residents Weigh In on LinkUS West Broad Corridor Development

Public input session gathers feedback on plans for new transit-oriented community.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 11:16am

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A boldly colored, abstract grid of stylized bus icons in neon blue, pink, and yellow, conceptually representing the transit-oriented development plans for the LinkUS West Broad corridor.The LinkUS transit initiative aims to transform underutilized corridors into vibrant, walkable communities centered around new bus rapid transit and light rail lines.Columbus Today

Residents of Columbus, Ohio recently attended a public meeting to provide input on the proposed LinkUS West Broad corridor development. The plan calls for creating a dense, walkable and bikeable mixed-use community within a 10-minute walk of a new transit stop, as part of the broader LinkUS transit initiative approved by voters in 2024.

Why it matters

The LinkUS development is a key part of Columbus' efforts to transform underutilized areas along major transit corridors into vibrant, sustainable communities. By incorporating public feedback, the city aims to ensure the new neighborhood meets the needs and priorities of local residents.

The details

The public input session allowed community members to share their thoughts on the proposed mix of housing, retail, office and public spaces planned for the LinkUS West Broad corridor. Attendees discussed topics like density, walkability, green spaces, and integrating the new development with existing neighborhoods.

  • The LinkUS sales tax levy was approved by Columbus voters in November 2024.
  • The public input session on the West Broad corridor development took place on April 10, 2026.

The players

LinkUS

A regional transit initiative in Central Ohio that was approved by voters in 2024, providing funding for new bus rapid transit, light rail, and other mobility improvements.

Columbus Dispatch

A local newspaper that has been reporting on the LinkUS project and the public input process.

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What’s next

City planners will review the feedback gathered at the public input session and incorporate it into the final design plans for the LinkUS West Broad corridor development.

The takeaway

By engaging the community early in the planning process, Columbus is working to ensure the new LinkUS-adjacent development meets the needs and priorities of local residents, supporting the city's broader goals of creating vibrant, sustainable transit-oriented communities.