Capital Improvement Projects
Columbus Recreation and Parks is making strategic and equitable investments in parks, trails, and facilities across the city. Even if you don’t see a project in your neighborhood, we’re working to enhance the entire system—ensuring every resident benefits.
How We Invest
We plan for today’s needs while preparing for the future, making equitable and strategic investments to enhance Columbus’ parks, trails, and facilities.
Annual Budget Allocation
Quick Links
- Key Projects: Check out the large projects taking place.
- WHAT Projects: See all of the work taking place across the city, including playground replacements and hard surface work.
- Business Resources: Learn how do do business with the city.
Types of Projects
- Renovation: Repair and replacement of existing facilities and park features.
- New Development & Greenways: Building new parks, trails, and community spaces.
- Acquisition: Securing land for future parks and trail expansion.
- Revenue-Generating Investments: Enhancing programs like sports, golf, and rental facilities to improve services while ensuring long-term financial sustainability.
- Quickstrike & Emergency Projects: Rapid-response projects addressing urgent needs.
- Large-Scale Priority Investments: Major capital projects such as new community centers, aquatics facilities, and regional parks.
Project Lifecycle
- Preliminary Engineering – Assessing feasibility.
- Design Procurement – Hiring design professionals.
- Design Phase – Creating project plans (includes public engagement).
- Construction Procurement – Selecting contractors.
- Construction – Breaking ground and building the project
- Completion – Wrapping up final touches and addressing warranties
