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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes BZA 04-24-06 Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals Regular Meeting Agenda April 24, 2006 9-10h. Old Meridian Professional Building (Pinnacle Pointe) The applicant seeks approval for the following development standards variances: Docket No. 06030019 V ZO Chapter 23B.08.01 build-to line WITHDRAWN Docket No. 06030020 V ZO Chapter 23B.10.02.B(1) planting strip The site is located at 12065 Old Meridian Street and is zoned B-6/Business within the US 31 Corridor Overlay Zone. Filed by Paul Reis of Bose McKinney & Evans LLP. Present for the Petitioner: Paul Reis, Bose McKinney, 600 E. 96th Street, Suite 500. Mike DeBoy, the Civil Engineer, was also present. An aerial location map was shown. The proposed building will contain 19,250 square feet. He showed the site plan ofthe proposed building. He indicated the right-of- way line of Old Meridian Street. The proposed planting strip would be within the extensive right-of- way and that was why it was withdrawn. They would be getting an encroachment permit from the Board of Public Works. The building was situated to be consistent with the Old Meridian District and would be near the street. There were parking concerns for the two medical groups that would be occupying the building. In order to meet their parking demands and landscaping, they have proposed to move the building further to the west. Members of the public were invited to speak in favor or opposition to the petition; no one appeared. The Public Hearing was closed. Mrs. Barton-Holmes gave the Department Report. The building's location will be compatible with the Old Meridian Overlay. Even though the building was going to be moved forward, they were going to be able to meet the required nUniber of plantings in the planting strip, hence the withdrawal. She had an email from Engineering indicating that the Petitioner was going through the process to get a permit to encroach within the right-of-way. The Department recommended positive consideration. Mrs. Torres stated that it is a great building for this location with plenty ofplantings. Mr. Potasnik asked if it met the Ordinance with regard to parking. Mrs. Barton-Holmes confirmed that it did meet the parking requirements in the Ordinance. Mr. Reis stated that they had more parking spaces than required because the medical groups were concerned about having adequate parking. Mrs. Torres moved to approve Docket No. 06030019 V, Old Meridian Professional Building (Pinnacle Pointe). The motion was seconded by Mrs. Plavchak and APPROVED 4-0. llh. Hay's Addition, Lot 1 - Hair Salon The applicant seeks the following use variance approval: Docket No. 06030023 UV ZO Chapter 7.01 permitted uses The site is located at 540 W Smokey Row Rd and is zoned R-l/Residence within the US 31 Corridor Overlay Zone. Filed by Susie White & Jennifer Butts. Page 16 of 19 Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals Regular Meeting Agenda April 24, 2006 Present for the Petitioner: Scott Wyatt, Campbell Kyle and Proffitt. The property had remained unused for approximately three years and was in dilapidated condition. They felt it was unused because of its proximity to the commercial zoning in the area. They would be renovating and cleaning up the property. The owner has spoken to the owners in the subdivision to let them know she was coming in. They were not aware of any remonstrance. It was his understanding that they were excited that someone was coming in and cleaning up the property. He showed a site plan. There will be a paved and curbed parking area. The owner has met with Scott Brewer concerning landscaping. There will be signage out front and photos were in the packet. Members ofthe public were invited to speak in favor or opposition to the petition; no one appeared. The Public Hearing was closed. Mrs. Barton-Holmes gave the Department Report. Since they are maintaining a residential appearance, it should have a minimal impact on the surrounding neighborhood. The Department recommended positive consideration. Mr. Potasnik asked about the parking and ADLS approval for the sign. Mr. Wyatt stated there would be a total of nine cars which would include the employees and he did not feel there would be an impact on traffic. Mrs. Barton-Holmes confirmed the sign would need ADLS approval. Mr. Hawkins asked about sign placement and tree removal. Mr. Wyatt stated that the sign would be on Smokey Row Road and indicated the area on the photograph. Trees would not be removed along U.S. 31 for visibility. Some of the trees right behind the house may be removed for purposes of parking. Jennifer Butts, 11291 E. 100 North, Sheridan. Scott Brewer had met with her at the site and they discussed the things that needed to be removed. Mr. Potasnik moved to approve Docket No. 06030023UV, Hay's Addition, Lot 1- Hair Salon. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Torres and APPROVED 4-0. 12h. Crooked Stick Estates, Sec 6, lot 100 The applicant seeks approval for the following development standards variance: Docket No. 06030026 V ZO Chapter 25.0l.01.D.3.n accessory building setback The site is located at 1558 Preston Trail and is zoned S-I/Residence. Filed by Dillon Construction Group for John & Jennifer Rulli. Present for the Petitioner: Mike Morrison, Dillon Construction, 6828 Hillsdale Court, Indianapolis. A 50-foot setback is required and they would like to encroach 6.5 feet for a 2-car garage. They have the Page 17 of 19