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Shestak, Joe
From:Thomas Clark <thomasclark514@gmail.com>
Sent:Monday, July 13, 2020 10:35 AM
To:Shestak, Joe
Subject:Proposed Ambleside Point Development
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This communication summarizes the principal reasons the subject development as proposed should not be approved.
1. The property on which this development would be located is currently zoned "very low density" residential. This
zoning sets the maximum dua at 1.3. The proposed development calls for 265 residential units on approximately 56
acres. A dua of 1.3 would result in 73 homes. The proposed density is an increase of 363 percent.
2. The proposed development is inconsistent with the Carmel Comprehensive Plan Essence which addresses
connectivity and transitions between adjacent areas and which states that there should be very sensitive
consideration to these attributes (copy attached). Autumn Wood Farms, which is adjacent to the subject property, is
substantially different in character, with one acre lots and larger homes.
3. The proposed development contains no green space. Virtually all space is occupied by dwellings.
4. The groundwater level in the area on the south side of 146th Street is very high and with the redevelopment of this
roadway one year ago this situation has been aggravated, often resulting in standing water and constant operation of
sump pumps. A development with the density that is being proposed will only make this problem worse.
5. The commercial development on the north side of 146th Street in Westfield has substantially increased congestion
and traffic. The irresponsible placement of a huge apartment complex adjacent to the north side of this thoroughfare is
the primary cause (photo attached).
6. Property owners in Autumn Wood Farms either constructed or purchased homes in reliance on current zoning. It is
accepted that zoning may from time to time be amended, however such a dramatic change as that which is proposed
could not be reasonably anticipated. My wife and I constructed our residence in Autumn Wood Farms in 2006 at a cost
of $1,250,000 (photo attached). This residence is representative of the type of homes and character of Autumn Wood
Farms.
We ask that the above points be carefully considered by the City of Carmel Plan Commission in the decision process
regarding the proposed development.
Sincerely,
Thomas Clark
14519 Autumn Wood Drive
Carmel, Indiana
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