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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRemonstrance/Opposition letters @ Hancock, Ramona B Dear Plan Commission: Starlit22@aol.com Tuesday, December 03, 2002 7:37 AM Banker@NetDirect.Net; jerrychomanczuk@conseco.com; WHaney1393@aol.com; , DavidC@WindowsAndSiding.Com; RFHouck@Lilly.com; icacep@in-motion.net; dkk49 ~ @hotma.iI.COm; Wawilson24@aol.com; rhancock@cLcarmel.in.us; jmolitor@indy.rr.com; pat@kiva.net l platinum Properties, LLC Development [;JJV . . J2J-ff ;/5) From: Sent: To: Subject: December 3, 2002 My grandkids and I have a favorite road in Carmel. We've heard rumors that it used to be an Indian trail. Although the speed limit is 35 mph, we go much more slowly down the tree lined road and have been richly rewarded by glimpses of White Tail Deer, Red Tail Hawk, beaver, fox, raccoon, squirrel, owl, pileated woodpecker, birds of Red (cardinal), Yellow (finch) and Blue (bluebird and jay) flitting through the trees, and even a fat turkey that stayed put for my entire trip to and from the Farmer's Market one Saturday. But nothing stays put forever....not the animals, not the peace, not the safety and definitely not the value of my home if the Ptatinum Properties, LLC Development is allowed by you to proceed as planned. Ah, the price of progress. In a time and place where progress is frequently synonomous with GREED (let anybody try to convince me that this particularly proposed slice of progress is not motivated by $$$, prosperity and increase for some) for me, my neighbors, and the good people (and animals) of Carmel, our increase will be: Traffic noise and light pollution Increased danger on the trail for ourselves and children Increased concrete, asphalt, and general congestion A view of more and More and MORE rooftops (I now see treetops over my neighbors houses) An 146th Street Clone slice of progress piercing the HEART of Cherry Tree Road I am writing you today to ask for your vote for peace, asthetics, safety and value for the citizens of Spring Creek, Carmel IN 46033 when considering the proposal put before you today, by Platinum Properties, LLC. Please do not vote to disturb the peace of my neighborhood by heavy traffic noise and congestion. Please do not vote to jeopardise the safety of my grandkids with a busy road placed right next to our walking trail. Please do not vote to mar the beauty of our landscape with high density housing. And Please, Please, Please do not replace the prettiest road in Carmel, teaming with wildlife, Cherry Tree Road. Thank you for your consideration. Very truly yours, Angela Burklow 5342 Rippling Brook Way Carmel IN 46033-9187 1 Hancock. Ramona B Subject: Josh Williams Uosh-lisa_williams@msn.com] Monday, December 02,20027:55 PM Banker@NetDirect.Net; jerry- chomanczuk@conseco.com; DavidC@WindowsAndSiding.Com; Ldierckman@aol.com; Whaney1393@aol.com; RFHouck@Lilly.com; icacep@in-motion.net; dkk49@hotmail.com; pearsonm@tce.com; patr@kiva.net; W A Wilson24@aol.com; rhancock@cLcarmel.in.us; jmolitor@indy.rr.com CHERRY TREE ESTATES From: Sent: To: Hello. I am writing as a concerned homeowner from the Spring Creek subdivision. I was present at the public hearing on 11/19, and was glad to hear others present questions I was also thinking. My house backs up to Cherry Tree Road, and my main concern is what will my family be looking at from our back window? Now it is beautiful farmland with a buffer row of mature trees just past our neighborhood walking trail. What will happen to this tree line bordering these two neighborhoods? Will my children be able to play in the backyard without having to shout over zooming cars on the proposed road? I would like to see some sort of mound or a new border with mature trees to protect what is already there. The value of our home is certain to go down as this new neighborhood is packed into that space. I am also concerned about the increased traffic flow on Hazel Dell and the safety hazards along with that. I am sure you are getting responses similar to mine and I hope you will weigh this public input very seriously when you next meet. Thank you for your time. Lisa and Josh Williams 5365 Rippling Brook Way 1 Hancock. Ramona B Cc: Subject: POSTEL MICHAEL@L1LLY.COM - . Monday, December 02,20024:32 PM Banker@NetDirect.Net; DavidC@WindowsAndSiding.com; dkk49@hotmail.com; icacep@in- motion .net; jerry- chomanczuk@conseco.com; jmolitor@indy.rr.com; Ldierckman@aol.com; patr@kiva.net; pearsonm@tce.com; HOUCK_RON_F@L1LLY.COM; rhancock@cLcarmel.in.us; WAWilson24@aol.com; Whaney1393@aol.com mkpostel@yahoo.com Cherry Tree Estates From: Sent: To: Carmel/Clay Plan Commission: I am writing to voice my opposition to the proposed thoroughfare for Cherry Tree Estates along Hazel Dell Parkway. I understand that the next commission meeting is December 3, so I hope this will be timely. I live in the Spring Creek subdivision just north of this proposed development. I am not opposed to the housing development per se, but am concerned about the proposed traffic flow from the area. It is my understanding that the current Cherry Tree Road will be replaced with a wider thoroughfare that may eventually reach River Road. Having the main exit for this subdivision at Hazel Dell will create an influx in traffic right at the school zone for Cherry Tree Elementary School. This seems to me that this creates an obvious potential safety issue by having two main routes converging right in a school zone and purposely increasing the flow of traffic. Aside from the obvious safety issue, general traffic flow is a concern as well. Even now, trying to exit from Cherry Tree to south Hazel Dell requires crossing two lanes of traffic and a median, and I expect this current design will simply cause backups onto the new road. I'm certain that one could argue that a traffic light would resolve the issue, but a red light for southbound traffic on Hazel Dell would again impact the school zone by backing up vehicles right in front of the school. In addition, this would then nullify the smooth traffic flow that is permitted by the roundabouts at 126th and 131st Streets. It seems incongruent with the traffic plan for the area. On behalf of my neighbors, I would also like the commission to review the planning for this housing development and ensure that it is not providing an advantage to one group of homeowners at the expense of another. The south end of the Spring Creek development currently has a treeline and walking path for our residents. The current plan for Cherry Tree Estates does not indicate whether the treeline and walking path will be encroached upon or not. I ask that the commission ensure that residents in surrounding developments - whether Spring Creek or Delaware Trace - are not having their quality of living negatively impacted by this new subdivision. Just because these new homes are bigger and more expensive doesn't mean that there should be deference to the new developer. The rest of us are paying our fair share of taxes as well, and we deserve appropriate consideration. I encourage the commission to look at other alternatives to this current plan, such as directing the traffic from this subdivision to either River Road or 131 st Street where the route will have less of an impact on a school zone and the current roundabouts can keep traffic flowing efficiently. Thank you for your attention. Michael Postel Spring Creek Resident 5326 Rippling Brook Way Carmel, IN 46033 317-816-1451 1 Hancock. Ramona B From: Sent: To: User285314@aol.com Sunday, December 01,,20021:31 PM davidc@windowsanci siding.com; WHaney1393@aol.com; rfhouck@lilly.com; icacep@in- motion.net; dkk49@hotmail.com; pearsonm@tce.com; patr@kiva.net; rhancock@ci.carmel.in.us Fwd: Undeliverable: cherry tree estates Subject: t2]----"- ',,< .-:' ~~'" Fwd: Undeliverable: cherry Ire.., Carmel Plan Commission i live on lot 18 in the spring creek area just north of the proposed cherry tree estates. like most of my neighbors i dont appose the new homes but i due appose the 4 lane road 20 feet from my property. we attended the recent plan commission meeting reguarding the tree removal and were blind sided by this raod which we had no notice of its construction. the letter from the developer never mentioned a road. now i ask you to help us postpone this project until we have some input as to the roads location and some agreement on buffering. frank laplante (spring creek homeowners assn board member) 5345 rippling brook way carmel in 46033 705-0865 *** eSafe has scanned this email for malicious content and found it to be clean *** *** IMPORTANT: Do not open attachments from unrecognized senders *** 1 Hancock. Ramona B From: Sent: To: Patrick Mann [patrick-'ee_mann@yahoo.com] Sunday, December 01,200210:03 PM Banker@NetDirect.Net; jerry _ chomanczuk@conseco.com; DavidC@WindowsAndSiding.com; Ldierckman@aol.com; Whaney1393@aol.com; RFHouck@Lilly.com; icacep@in-motion.net; dkk49@hotmail.com; pearsonm@tce.com; patr@kiva.net; WAWilson24@aol.com; rhancock@ci.carmel.in.us; jmolitor@indy.rr.com Cherry Tree Proposal needs altered to include buffer between Spring Creek & Thoroughfare Subject: Carmel Clay Plan Commission We are opposed to the current Cherry Tree Estates Proposal. This plan with its 4 lane thoroughfare would cause a significant amount of traffic, lights and noise in our community. You will notice that Cherry Tree Estates Proposal includes a 60 to 180 foot buffer between Hazel Dell and their lots. They also have planned a 50 foot buffer between the new thoroughfare and their lots. If approved, there needs to be a similar 50 foot buffer between the back of the Spring Creek Community and the four lane thoroughfare. A small hill, pine trees or fence should also be planned. We are unalterably opposed to a 4 lane thoroughfare running right behind our peaceful back yards. If this plan is eminent, the Proposal needs to be altered. Please take into consideration the residents that already live in this community when reviewing this proposal. Thank you for your time and attention. Patrick and Jodi Mann Spring Creek Resident 5363 Rippling Brook Way Carmel IN 46033 Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail Plus - Powerful. Affordable. Sign up now. http://mailplus.yahoo.com 1 Hancock. Ramona B From: Sent: To: Subject: Jrk5105803@aol.com Friday; November 29,200210:17 AM Banker@NetDirect.Net; jerrychomanczuk@conseco.com; DavidC@WindowsAndSiding.com; WHaney1393@aol.com; RFHouck@Lilly.com; icacep@in-motion.net; Dkk49@hotmail.com; pearsonm@tce.com; patr@kiva.net; Wawilson24@aol.com; rhancock@ci.carmel.in.us; jmolitor@indy.rr.com Cherry Tree Estates Proposal Dear Planning Commission Members: Last weekend my husband and I were horrified to learn of the Cherry TIE:!e, Estates proposal. If this plan is approved by you it will have a terrible impact on our neighborhood. Our first concern is the change of size and location of Cherry Tree Road. It appears that this road would be moved right next to our walking path. This walking path is one of the amenities that drew is to purchase a home in Spring Creek. It is where we push or babes in strollers, take walks with our families, spouses and pets. It is where our children ride bikes and roller blade and where some of us jog daily. It is both private and nature's. On the plan we see no provisions to keep this beautiful tree line. Why put a four lane road next to a path where our children play? Why a four lane road at all? This would enclose our neighborhood with noise pollution from all the traffic. We all ready have Hazel Dell and 146th. Our next concern is the high density of homes that is planned. Where are the green spaces, parks and walking trails for all of these planned homes? Where will this neighborhoods children play? Where will the homeowners walk or jog? This new neighborhood should be planned with the same amenities as Spring Creek. How many more vehicles will this put on our roads? Our last concern is the value of our homes. With the loss of privacy on our walking path, the new noise pollution, and the enclosure by three major roads who will still be attracted to purchase a home in Spring Creek anymore? We are sure each and every one of you have already saw the terrible impact this new proposal would have, and have decided not to pass it on December 3rd. For those of you that have not thought this through, we invite each and every one of you for a walk around our neighborhood trail to see exactly what the home owners of Spring Creek stand to loose. Please do not turn the other way. Face us and tell us that the home owners of Spring Creek count in this community and that our neighborhood matters. We urge you not to pass this proposal! Sincerely, Bill and Janice Kraft 5381 Rippling Brook Way Carmel, In 46033 848-5998 1 November 25,2002 /".. -'~C~5~0\J_I}tl'/,. ~... .' "', \ /-' --.,...... /__.7"- /::.;::/ .t v'<:'\ 421 ~ECfNED '\j\ ~:i NG~ 26 2QQ2 r=-i \: \ I~i \CP, DOCS ,(f.\i \.-\ , 'j \:> /- 'Y \...., ':--,." ,.//=)' '/ \~~/"->'r-'_, _ " ...-/;"''- ,)/ '-'~.l<! }-'-1-~\~~:~'~-)'/ This letter serves as my official protest to the current proposal presented by Platinum-'------ Properties, L.L.c. to develop "Cherry Creek Estates" south of Spring Creek and north of Delaware Trace (Docket No. 152-02 PP). The following is a list of my concerns: Ramona Hancock One Civic Square Carmel, IN 46032 Dear Ms. Hancock: 1. The proposed "thoroughfare" to run directly adjacent to Spring Creek and forming a "T" at Hazel Dell Parkway. I studied the traffic reports that were done for this proposal, and frankly, I think the results are an incorrect representation. There is already "bottlenecking" on Hazel Dell as it changes from two lanes down to one during the morning rush hour for motorists traveling south to work. Another similarly large thoroughfare spilling out onto Hazel Dell around this very spot sounds like accidents waiting to happen. I see from the proposed map that there have been no provisions made for the southern edge Spring Creek residents to block the presence ofa high traffic road (visual/noise). I also feel that Spring Creek and Delaware Trace residents have been "slipped a fast one" since it wasn't even mentioned in the certified letter we received. I' would strongly urge th~ c()lntriissiori IIle.n1bers t~h~v~ ,th~ ~~veloper re" configure this plan either keeping Cherry Tree Road where is currently is (with obvious improvements, of course) or provide adjacent Spring Creek residents ample space for a buffer, such as a 6-8 foot berm with a thick smattering of pine trees. If there was already a plan in place to have a thoroughfare, does it have to be right there? Why can't it bisect the proposed neighborhood and have people choose to build next to the road as opposed to sneaking it in alongside current homes? 2. The current proposal consists of273 homes, with the majority marketed towards families. Where will all the children go to elementary school? At present, the area elementary schools cannot sustain the current growth and re-districting is already an issue with Prairie Trace Elementary. I feel that the commission should have the developer provide more information as to how this important issue will be addressed. 3. The proposed size ~t lots c()~pl'ed with the sheer numb~r qr'lots - this is high density when you look at the size of homes that arepr8posed. A large $300,000 - $500,000 hom~ with a side-entrygarag~ i~..a tight fit onto a 90' wide lot. These homes will be "shoulder to shoulder!" I believe this does not fit the aesthetic picture that the Carmel City vision holds. I propose fewer and wider lots that match the price of homes, similar to Delaware Trace. 4. The proposed removal of large amounts of mature forest is staggering. Not only is this the last parcel of natural forest in our whole area, it is also the last habitat for countless wildlife. There is literally no place for these animals to go! I propose that the commission members limit the number of mature trees that are cut down and ask the developer to provide for the proper relocation of the affected wildlife. I understand that the property in question will be developed, however, I believe that the Carmel Plan Commission will listen to the concerns of the residents in the surrounding area and make the right decision regarding how it will be developed. And the right decision is to table the current proposal and look at other alternatives that will enhance this community, and not create stress to it. Thank you for your consideration of these concerns. Sincerely, /2 ~I~~~ ~nzalone 5339 Rippling Brook Way Carmel, Indiana 46033 (317) 571-9354 Hancock. Ramona B Subject: Lori [anzalone@talktotucker.com] Monday, November 25,20029:09 AM jmolitor@indy.rr.com; rhancock@cLcarmel.in.us; WAWilson24@aol.com; patr@kiva.net; pearsonm@tce.com; dkk49@hotmail.com; icacep@in-motion.net; RFHouck@Lilly.com; Whaney1393@aol.com; Ldierckman@aol.com; DavidC@WindowsAndSiding.Com; jerry .chomanczuk@conseco.com; Banker@NetDirect.Net Cherry Creek Estates Proposal ~-;~~-~-y-,,:~?-~ ~ \ ' ,'.-:.>--L_iC'<."!^ /:!p>)'>'.t ....,~<<(\ I~l RECf\\1ED '\e\ L~\ \'\U~ 'l~ 1~~1 ~1 \"::A, DOCS /..../ \~/\ ,/.....,,/ \".<>->. /^.// '- .. ~''''' /"\ ---.\ , ....' I' .......... , ., ......< !2 -I'-TT~' \ \';/ "'~. - -:::.:. ~_!. -~-.-:.:-..-_.. From: Sent: To: November 25, 2002 Dear Carmel Plan Commission Member: This letter serves as my official protest to the current proposal presented by Platinum Properties, L.L.C. to develop "Cherry Creek Estates" south of Spring Creek and north of Delaware Trace (Docket No. 152-02 PP). The following is a list of my concerns: 1. The proposed "thoroughfare" to run directly adjacent to Spring Creek and forming a "T" at Hazel Dell Parkway. I studied the traffic reports that were done for this proposal, and frankly, I think the results are an incorrect representation. There is already "bottlenecking" on Hazel Dell as it changes from two lanes down to one during the morning rush hour for motorists traveling south to work. Another similarly large thoroughfare spilling out onto Hazel Dell around this very spot sounds like accidents waiting to happen. I see from the proposed map that there have been no provisions made for the southern edge Spring Creek residents to block the presence of a high traffic road (visual/noise). I also feel that Spring Creek and Delaware Trace residents have been "slipped a fast one" since it wasn't even mentioned in the certified letter we received. I would strongly urge the commission members to have the developer re-configure this plan either keeping Cherry Tree Road where is currently is (with obvious improvements, of course) or provide adjacent Spring Creek residents ample space for a buffer, such as a 6-8 foot berm with a thick smattering of pine trees. If there was already a plan in place to have a thoroughfare, does it have to be right there? Why can't it bisect the proposed neighborhood and have people choose to build next to the road as opposed to sneaking it in alongside current homes? 2. The current proposal consists of 273 homes, with the majority marketed towards families. Where will all the children go to elementary school? At present, the area elementary schools cannot sustain the current growth and re-districting is already an issue with Prairie Trace Elementary. I feel that the commission should have the developer provide more information as to how this important issue will be addressed. 3. The proposed size of lots coupled with the sheer number of lots - this is high density when you look at the size of homes that are proposed. A large $300,000 -$500,000 home with a side-entry garage is a tight fit onto a 90' wide lot. These homes will be "shoulder to shoulder!" I believe this does not fit the aesthetic picture that the Carmel City vision holds. 1 I propose fewer and wider lots that match the price of homes, similar to Delaware Trace. 4. The proposed removal of large amounts of mature forest is staggering. Not only is this the last parcel of natural forest in our whole area, it is also the last habitat for countless wildlife. There is literally no place for these animals to go! I propose that the commission members limit the number of mature trees that are cut down and ask the developer to provide for the proper relocation of the affected wildlife. I understand that the property in question will be developed, however, I believe that the Carmel Plan Commission will listen to the concerns of the residents in the surrounding area and make the right decision regarding how it will be developed. And the right decision is to table the current proposal and look at other alternatives that will enhance this community, and not create stress to it. Thank you for your consideration of these concerns. Sincerely, Lori Anzalone 5339 Rippling Brook Way Carmel, Indiana 46033 (317) 571-9354 2 Hancock. Ramona B JLAURENL YN@aol.com Sunday, November 24, 2002 4:06 PM Banker@NetDirect.net; jerry- chomanczuk@conseco.com; DavidC@WindowsAndSiding.com; WHaney1393@aol.com; RFHouck@Lilly.com; icacen@in-motion.net; dkk49@hotmail.com; pearsonm@tce.com; patr@kiva.net; Wawilson24@aol.com; rhancock@cLcarmel.in.us; jmolitor@indy.rr.com mark_ warnock@conseco.com Cherry Tree Estates development - Comment from Carmel Resident From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dear Carmel Planning Commission Member, We are opposed to the current proposal for Cherry Tree Estates. We will share with you our concerns and our recommendations in this email. We are Spring Creek residents, living in our home for over 5 years. We bought our home because of the beauty of this area. We understand that growth and development of this area is going to happen. Our main concerns are the thoroughfare and preserving the green space and trees in this piece of land. We feel the current plan is irresponsible development for a number of reasons: 1. Prairie Trace Elementary and other Carmel schools are already overcrowded, what will happen when hundreds of new children are introduced to the school system. 2. We are opposed to the destruction of current wooded areas in order to make building easier. Homes should be built with the preservation of trees in mind. 3. We regularly see deer and other wildlife in the wooded areas along Cherry Tree Lane. These plans will destroy the wildlife's habitat. What will be done to relocate the wildlife? 4. A new major thoroughfare behind our subdivision is unnecessary 146th Street and Hazel Dell Parkway are major 4 lane roads and within a short distance of the proposed road. Our neighborhood has small children, a major road as drawn is not safe for our children. This road will also adversely affect our property values. We have no interest in living between highways. 5. This number of homes may have dramatic impact with our water table. How will this be addressed. 6. A "sea of homes" as this is proposed, will adversely affect our property value. We would like to see: * Current Cherry Tree Road preserved. While this is a short road, it is one of the most attractive in the area. * The major thoroughfare between Hazel Dell Parkway and River Road should be 146th street. A major road between Spring Creek and Cherry Tree Estates as drawn is an unwanted solution. We understand that these homes need an access road. A road within their new subdivision should be built. * More green space and trees need to be built into the plans. We are very concerned about the environment and wildlife. Why are we cutting down trees? Plan the neighborhood with more green space and leave trees alone that are adjacent to our neighborhood. * Finally, our Spring Creek Walking Path is a major concern. Our path is used and valued by Carmel residents in the following subdivisions: Spring Creek, Ashmore Trace, Ashton, Avian Glen, Plum Creek, and Delaware Trace. The beauty of the path must be preserved. The major thoroughfare proposed will run alongside our walking path, eliminate trees and pose a serious safety hazard for our children. This is unacceptable. We appreciate the opportunity to share our opinion with you. As tax paying 1 ~:--0:1~~:;" ,,-; \\ ,~" _' I J, 0- ~.",\. }->/" ----"", '0 ,'/ ')., \,',/ ',''i /\ "y/" A " -""-'/ \ ~I T \::~ [:1 RECFIVED ..--\ I I .- \ k~4 NDV 26 2002 . " 'J \::\ DOCS "/ \.. . ; \, Y'.: "',' , ',:' 1-; residents of Carmel we ask you to keep our concerns in mind and change the proposal responsibly. Thank you, Mark and Judy Warnock 5329 Rippling Brook Way, Spring Creek lot 10. 2 Hancock. Ramona B Subject: Bill and Natasha Perry [bperry@indy.rr.com] Sunday, November 24,20022:50 PM Banker@NetDirect.Net; jerry _ chomanczuk@conseco.com; LDierckman@Aol.com; icacep@in-motion.net; dkk49@hotmail.com; pearsonm@tce.com; patr@kiva.net; W A Wilson24@Aol.com; rhancock@cLcarmel.in.us; jmolitor@indy.rr.com; DavidC@windowsAndSiding.com; Whaney1383@Aol.com; RFHouch@Lilly.com Concerning Cherry Tree Estates Proposal From: Sent: To: Dear Carmel/Clay Plan Commission Members, I am writing regarding the Cherry Tree Estates development plan recently presented to the City Council. I am a home owner in the Spring Creek subdivision directly to the North of the proposed development. While I always anticipated that this area would eventually be developed and that we would have home adjacent to my property, I am most concerned about the inclusion of the proposed major east-west thoroughfare that would run along Spring Creek's southern border. The inclusion of this road directly next to our subdivision's border would have a negative impact on my home's aesthetics through large increases in traffic, noise, and lighting (both from cars and roadway lighting. Our subdivision has a walking trail that would appear to be directly next to this road, which is currently enjoyed by many families and young children and which might not be safe if it is adjacent to the proposed roadway. From the map of the proposed development, it appears that a buffer zone has been placed between the new houses of the development and this new road, while a buffer between this road and our subdivision has not been included. I suggest that at the least, a similar buffer between our subdivision and this road be included as exists between subdivisions along 146th street. This usually consists of a grass buffer and a tall fence that exists to block light, traffic, and noise. An alternate strategy would be to move this road into the middle of the proposed development, if it is needed at all. There is already a major East-West road to the North of Spring Creek (146th street) and I'm unclear what is gained by the new proposed road. Similar East-West roads are not common to the west of hazel dell between 146th and 131st streets, so why is the new road really needed? I would understand and could have anticipated a new road that would serve only to provide access through the new subdivision, but am strongly opposed to the new major thoroughfare as it has been proposed. I also understand that this road was not part of the original plan proposed by the developer, but was asked to be included by your commission! Thus, I don't see this as an issue of what a developer can do with his property but of a potential problem that the city has created. I'm sure that the plan can be revised to address the concerns of Spring Creek residents and I'm depending on you to do this. Sincerely, William L. Perry III 5335 Rippling Brook Way Carmel, Indiana 46033 (317) 815-0234 ~}Ti;c:">/r-. " /, ~ .;..- --." /- , /~~'>/ ~" (S7l Rfcc-I11 ~NO~o~ ': ..~~ \"""\ / ',/ ~/, ./ >/ ,,/'.~'" /',' i./ '<;:' I "'-. . ",-\ '. / -...j F'ii~1 rYo.." \ // ~::!_~::-/" 1 Hancock. Ramona B From: Sent: To: Subject: sbxcflyer@cs.com Wednesday, November 27,200212:20 PM rhancock@ci.carmel.in.us cherry tree estates issues I would like to express my concern over the devaluation of my property due to the development plan you will be voting on soon. I would like to retain the trees on the north side of the development and not have another multi lane road. I think the plan is not considerate of the neighborhoods already there. Please rethink this plan and allow for the mutual benifit of the existing homeowners and the newer ones. This issue is obviously very important to me. I hope you will reconsider the north side plans. David L. Campbell Spring Creek Subdivision Lot 100. Thanks - we won't forget your assistance. 1 Hancock. Ramona B Subject: Rskinsfan2@aol.com Wednesday, November 27,200212:45 PM Banker@NetDirect.Net jerrychomanczuk@conseco.com; DavidC@WindowsAndSiding.Com; WHaney1393 @aol.com; RFHouck@Lilly.com; icacen@in-motion.net; dkk49@hotmail.com; pearsonm@tce.com; patr@kiva.net; Wawilson24@aol.com; rhancock@cLcarmel.in.us; ,Cherry Tree Estates From: Sent: To: Cc: Dear Carmel Plan Commission Members: We are residents of Spring Creek. Our property is Lot # _29_ bordered by Cherry Tree Road and Stream Side St. We would like to go on record with our objections to the proposed planned neighborhood named _Cherry Tree Estates_, for the following reasons: * As it is now, when people walk the trail around our neighborhood, we have no privacy because the walking trail is so close to our property line. Once the four-lane road is constructed, what little area we have between our yard and the road will disappear, giving us even less privacy, than what we don't already have. * Cherry Tree has become a busy street. Four lanes will make it a speedway. * Speeds are already at, or above, 45 mph behind our home now. Do you know what kind of noise and fast traffic this 4 lane proposal is going to produce? Have you thought about all the trees you are going to destroy and the wildlife you are going to destroy and their land you are destroying and the beauty you are destroying so you can squeeze MORE homes into a small, congested, tree-less neighborhood? How ugly is this going to look? Think about it. And think about what you're ruining. * Your proposed 4 lane road is closer to our house than it is to your new proposed homes! Now we will fear cars and trucks plowing through our home at any given time! This road, now, prohibits trucks; and speeds above 35 mph. There are so many trucks and speeding vehicles each and every single day, you would not believe it. * We do not want a "Keystone Avenue" behind our home! * Our privacy is at stake here and so is our "peace" of mind. * We have so many children that will loose the use of their yard because of the fear of traffic. * Many neighbors are planning on selling their homes because of the fear of what this proposal is going to present to them. * We the onslaught of for sale homes - new homes in the same area will not look very desirable. * The few trees that provide greenery and shade will all but disappear. * Planning a new neighborhood is one fact we have to contend with; however, a four-lane road out of what was once a lovely country road is a travesty for not only our neighborhood but also every community on Cherry Tree Road. 1 Please take some heart in what young families feel and need who are already living in these neighborhodds - and not let this be a $ (money) decision. Thank you. Sincerely, Keith Meiere and Sheri Champagne Homeowners Spring Creek 2