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P.J.E. Lawn Care & Landscaping LLC | 2168 S. Jacobi Rd. | Greenfield, IN 46140
Introduction
The owners of 521 Mendenhall Dr., Megha and Nikhil Panda, purchased their lot in Jackson’s Grant,
Northvale section in 202 and are excited to finally be in the last stretch of completing their dream,
family home.
An integral part of their family home includes their dream outdoor space. P.J.E. Lawn Care &
Landscaping LLC designed and is ready to execute the build of this outdoor space, which is to include a
pool and hardscapes. Additional features of the proposed outdoor space include: firepits, outdoor grill
island, and a one-of-a-kind cascading waterfall feature with a natural stone floating bridge.
The homeowners and their two young boys are looking forward to the memories they will create in their
new home and outdoor space.
Panda Residence, 521 Mendenhall Dr. Lot Coverage Variance. PZ-2002-00232 V
P.J.E. Lawn Care & Landscaping LLC | 2168 S. Jacobi Rd. | Greenfield, IN 46140
Statement of Variance
We—Megha and Nikhil Panda, the owners of 521 Mendenhall Dr., and P.J.E. Lawn Care & Landscaping
LLC, the contractor and petitioner—are seeking the approval of a Development of Standards Variance
for Lot Coverage beyond the maximum allowance of 35%, requesting up to 52%. This request is being
petitioned in order to build an outdoor entertaining space which includes a swimming pool and
hardscapes.
Panda Residence, 521 Mendenhall Dr. Lot Coverage Variance. PZ-2002-00232 V
P.J.E. Lawn Care & Landscaping LLC | 2168 S. Jacobi Rd. | Greenfield, IN 46140
Statement of Support
The existing site plan for 521 Mendenhall Dr. shows the lot coverage at 34.9%, which includes and is
limited to the House, Front Porch (small stoop), Private Walk, Drive to R/W, and small Covered Patio.
The maximum lot coverage for the area is 35%. In order to proceed with any sort of pool development, a
Development of Standards Variance is required.
True practical difficulties and hardships associated with having to comply with the zoning ordinance:
With the current lot coverage maximum, it is impossible for the owners to build an outdoor entertaining
space for their family and friends beyond a 435 sq. ft. patio. The current lot coverage maximum limits
the homeowners on how they can use their property, as the home essentially takes up the entire
percentage of current allowed coverage.
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FINDINGS OF FACT SHEET - DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS VARIANCE
CARMEL ADVISORY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
Docket No.: PZ-2002-00232 V________________________________
Petitioner: Philip Ennis, P.J.E. Lawn Care & Landscaping LLC______
1. The approval of this variance will not be injurious to the public health, safety, morals and general welfare of the
community because:
The newly built home, to be resided in by the Panda Family, will be improved up on with the implementation of the proposed
outdoor entertaining space. The pool and hardscapes will be confined to the owners’ backyard and is not anticipated to
pose a health or safety concern. The surrounding properties will only be positively affected by the proposed development,
as it will enable the Panda Family to foster neighbor relationships as the community continues to expand.
2. The use and value of the area adjacent to the property included in the variance will not be affected in a substantially
adverse manner because:
The proposed variance will allow the construction of a home that fits well within the surrounding properties , with an in-ground
swimming pool and surrounding hardscapes in the rear yard, thereby enhancing the property value as well as the value of
adjacent properties. The proposed outdoor living space was designed and will be built by P.J.E. Lawn Care & Landscaping,
a company that has improved the outdoor spaces of numerous homes in the Central Indiana area, specifically in City of
Carmel.
3. The strict application of the terms of the Unified Development to the property will result in practical difficulties in the
use of the property because:
Strict application of the 35% lot coverage maximum limits the homeowners on how they can use their property as their home
essentially takes up the entire percentage of current allowed coverage. Strict application would only serve to thwart an
otherwise allowable use and enjoyment of the property and any further development of the property.
DECISION
IT IS THEREFORE the decision of the Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals that Development Standards Variance Docket No.
___________________________ is granted, subject to any conditions stated in the minutes of this Board, which are
incorporated herein by reference and made a part hereof.
Adopted this _______________ day of __________________________________, 20 _______.
_____________________________________________ _____________________________________________
HEARING OFFICER, Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals
_____________________________________________ _____________________________________________
SECRETARY, Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals
Conditions of approval of the Board, if any, are listed on the Letter of Grant.
Sammi Schutt <pjelawncare.sammi@gmail.com>
Inquiry for 521 Mendenhall Dr. Carmel, IN
Jordan, Alex <ajordan@carmel.in.gov>Wed, Nov 2, 2022 at 9:04 AM
To: "Conn, Angelina V" <Aconn@carmel.in.gov>, Sammi Schutt <pjelawncare.sammi@gmail.com>
Cc: "Jesse, Christina" <cjesse@carmel.in.gov>, "Shestak, Joe" <jshestak@carmel.in.gov>, "Thomas, John G"
<jthomas@carmel.in.gov>, "Clark, Samuel" <Samuel.Clark@hamiltoncounty.in.gov>
Angie,
We spoke with Sammi and Phil about this and we have no concerns with the lot coverage. Please let me know if you have
any other questions.
Sincerely,
Alex Jordan, CPESC
Plan Review Coordinator
City of Carmel Engineering Department
(317) 571-2305
ajordan@carmel.in.gov
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Sammi Schutt <pjelawncare.sammi@gmail.com>
Inquiry for 521 Mendenhall Dr. Carmel, IN
Samuel Clark <Samuel.Clark@hamiltoncounty.in.gov>Thu, Nov 17, 2022 at 11:21 AM
To: Sammi Schutt <pjelawncare.sammi@gmail.com>, "Shestak, Joe" <jshestak@carmel.in.gov>
Cc: "Conn, Angelina V" <Aconn@carmel.in.gov>, "Jesse, Christina" <cjesse@carmel.in.gov>, "Jordan, Alex"
<ajordan@carmel.in.gov>, "Thomas, John G" <jthomas@carmel.in.gov>
Hey guys. Just as an fyi, the trees have been removed from our drainage easement so our office has no further issues
with the project.
From: Sammi Schutt <pjelawncare.sammi@gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, November 4, 2022 2:10 PM
To: Shestak, Joe <jshestak@carmel.in.gov>
Cc: Samuel Clark <Samuel.Clark@hamiltoncounty.in.gov>; Conn, Angelina V <Aconn@carmel.in.gov>; Jesse, Christina
<cjesse@carmel.in.gov>; Jordan, Alex <ajordan@carmel.in.gov>; Thomas, John G <jthomas@carmel.in.gov>
Subject: Re: Inquiry for 521 Mendenhall Dr. Carmel, IN
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