Since 1987, an effort has been underway to manage the growth and development of the Brewery District. In 1991, Columbus City Council passed a six month moratorium on demolition for this area. The moratorium allowed the City’s Development Department Planning Division staff to work with the community to develop a plan. One of the many strategies identified in the Brewery District Plan was the establishment of an architectural review commission and architectural guidelines. 

 The Brewery District Architectural Guidelines have been developed to further illustrate the Historic Preservation and Architectural Review Standards specified in Columbus City Code Chapter 3116. The Brewery District Commission uses the Standards and Guidelines in conjunction with the Brewery District Plan to determine the appropriateness of proposed exterior alterations to buildings and sites in the District. The Guidelines are also to be used by property owners as a reference in determining appropriate alterations to buildings and sites in the District.