MKSK and the Big Darby Accord Review Team (BDART) have released the Draft Big Darby Accord Amendment following initial rounds of review by stakeholders and elected officials. Visit the official site at:
BDA Watershed Master Plan Amendment
LATEST PUBLIC DRAFT RELEASE (5/4/2026) – Please visit 260504 BDAA Public Draft to read the latest draft information.
(The draft can also be located at the main link above.)
This Big Darby Accord revision will impact Big Darby Creek water and aquatic life for generations to come. It will also impact development around us — in Columbus, Hilliard, Brown Township, Norwich Township, and Prairie Township. This has significant implications for transportation, fire and police safety, and our schools.
The Far West Side Area Commission has requested a pause on any adoption of Future Land Use Planning until Phase 2 of the Integrated Prioritization System (IPS) Study is completed as commissioned by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. It is vital this Accord Amendment lead with science for the health of the Big Darby Creek, an Outstanding State Resource Water.
For additional information, please visit these resources:
Ohio Environmental Council (OEC) Webinar Presentation
Ohio Department of Natural Resources Study
Please reach out to bigdarbyamendment@mkskstudios.com if you have any questions.
