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As a local public works agency headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, the Franklin County Engineer's Office is responsible for the maintenance and construction of 271 miles of county roadway and 351 county bridges, as well as upkeep of all county ditches, drains, retention basins, and other storm water facilities within the right-of-way of county roads in unincorporated areas. To meet the continuing development and infrastructure needs of Franklin County, the Engineer's Office utilizes the latest technologies for determining and maintaining roadway centerlines and boundaries; retracing and setting new monuments for original public land surveys; preparing geographic information system mapping for real estate tax assessments; and establishing precise countywide horizontal and vertical control to maintain uniformity in construction, surveying, and mapping.
Franklin County Engineer
Franklin County Engineer
Black ice poses a significant hazard during winter driving, as it is nearly invisible and often forms on bridges, overpasses, and shaded areas. Please exercise caution by reducing your speed, increasing following distances, and avoiding sudden braking or steering. Stay alert to protect yourself and others on the road. For more information visit weather.gov/winter.
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#TeamFCEO hosted ACI training sponsored by Ohio Concrete, welcoming employees from the City of Columbus and Delaware County Engineer’s Office. This respected certification ensures professionals meet rigorous standards for concrete testing and inspections, promoting quality and safety on job sites. We are proud to support such valuable learning experiences.
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This holiday season, #TeamFCEO was delighted to help bring joy to local children through the Franklin County Children Services Holiday Wish Program by providing gifts and monetary donations. There’s still time to make a difference and help a child’s holiday wish come true. Visit fccsholidaywish.franklincountyohio.gov to learn more.
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This #WorkerWednesday, we are highlighting our Utilities Department. This dedicated team issues permits, oversees utility installation and relocation, inspects subdivisions for county acceptance, monitors projects in the Right-of-Way, reviews permit requests, and locates storm sewers through OHIO811 requests. Thank you for your diligence and hard work!
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#TeamFCEO recently completed Workplace Engagement training, reinforcing our commitment to collaboration, communication, and a positive work environment. A special thank you to our training consultants, Leverage HR, for their expertise and support. Investing in our team helps us better serve our community every day.
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Winter weather challenges both your vehicle and your safety. Stay ahead of the season by preparing your car, staying alert, and keeping essentials on hand for a safe journey. #WinterReady #DriveSafe
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Surveying & Mapping Department

Surveying & Mapping Department

Rettke, Tony

TONY RETTKE, P.S.

Director of Surveying and Tax Map

The Surveying and Mapping Department performs a variety of surveys to meet the continuing development and infrastructure needs of Franklin County. Use of a countywide network of horizontal and vertical control monuments and the satellite Global Position System (GPS) enables the most accurate surveys necessary for the design of construction projects and the definition of road centerlines, property limits, and county, municipal and township boundaries.

“It is the responsibility of the County Engineer to maintain a current set of property ownership maps. These maps assist the County Auditor in keeping an accurate tax base” (Ohio Revised Code Section 5713.09).

The County Engineer has an office and staff in the Franklin County Administration Building, located at 373 South High Street, 19th Floor, Columbus, Ohio.  This office is known as the Tax Map Division.  The primary function of this office is to produce a set of maps which will display the current property boundaries, ownership, transfer dates, parcel numbers, acreage or lot number and subdivision names, as compiled from the information available from the Franklin County Records.  The following is a brief list of the Tax Map Division responsibilities and duties:

  • Update and maintain an accurate set of maps for the County Auditor
  • Check all real estate transfers for compliance to the “Transfer and Conveyance Standards of the Franklin County Auditor and the Franklin County Engineer” as well as the “Minimum Standards for Boundary Surveys”.
  • Check annexation plats for the County Commissioners regarding content and accuracy of the legal description and plat.
  • Check subdivision plats for compliance to the “Transfer and Conveyance Standards of the Franklin County Auditor and the Franklin County Engineer” as well as the “Minimum Standards for Boundary Surveys”.
  • Check Condominium Declarations for compliance to the “Transfer and Conveyance Standards of the Franklin County Auditor and the Franklin County Engineer” as well as the “Minimum Standards for Boundary Surveys”.
  • Maintain and create a comprehensive Highway Map for the entire county per Administrative Code.
  • Issue addresses for all new construction in the unincorporated areas of Franklin County.
  • Assist with the Location Based Response System (LBRS) initiative.