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11407 Green Street,Carmel,IN 46033
Date:May 17,2024
INTRODUCTION:
I’ve been a Resident at the above Address since June of 2001.It’s been a lovely residence
filled with great memories of family and friends.The subject of this request is in connection
with the suite attached to the main home.Separated from the main home by the garage,this
suite is entered from the left side rear of this large 5 bedroomed home.This is a lovely,
charming suite that has been used for multiple purposes.It has its own 2 separate
entrances,a porch,a separate full walk-in bath and is flanked by part of the large yard in the
back.My request is that I can use this portion of the home as a Short Term Rental in
compliance with our city ordinances.For 4 months in 2023,without full knowledge of the
ordinances,I used it for this purpose until my operations were halted last November because
I was found in violation of City Ordinances.On approaching Mr.Joe Shestak,the Main
Planner at City of Carmel,I was advised there was a way to rectify this situation by
petitioning to be granted a Special Exception Status.Although the process seemed
daunting,Mr.Shestak walked me through every step.
PLAN OF ACTION:
My petition is that this part of the home continues to be utilised as a STR since it was
already successfully being used and was highly rated by guests as shown in the reviews on
my profile page for one of the STR sites.The guest suite has 2 separate entrances,a free
permanent parking space for guests,is totally private and guests can hardly hear “a pin
drop”from the main home.It usually sleeps 2-4 people comfortably and is also a pet-friendly
suite since statisticaly,69%of travellers move along with their pets.It has a full walk-in
bathroom with a shower head which people love.The backyard is large enough to provide a
place for pets to play and relax.The suite has been 5-Star rated by every single guest from
day one.Please find attached one of the reviews and a letter of recommendation from The
Airbnb team.Upon Approval of requested Permit,we will continue with operations at the
suite and endeavour to offer the best customer service.
SUPPORT:
I’m enrolled in one of the most seasoned STR programs at 10Xbnb company and following
along their training has already earned me 23 beautiful 5-Star reviews.Therefore,I’m the
sole manager of the property.With the projections done by this Company’s analysts,we are
projected to be between 50-67 occupancy rate.The guests are vetted and background
screened before their payments are accepted and there are substantial insurance coverage
policies obtained for both the Host and Guest before accepting any guest payments.I also
have a guest package containing rules as to how I want the space treated by my guests and
so far,every guest has happily followed those rules.Owner also stays at the property 11 or
12 months out of the year therefore,help for my guests is always a phone call away.
OPERATIONS SIGNAGE Posted:
Upon Approval I will have a sign made and posted inside the glass door which will be seen
from the outside with phone numbers to call should there be an emergency concern.Also
information regarding fire extinguishers,utility shut off exits and fire alarms will be well
documented and posted on the inside of the glass door.A hard copy will be placed inside
the folder for the guests to read upon entering the suite.This will give confidence and an
extra layer of protection to the guests knowing the Host is really well informed and
professional.
I greatly appreciate the opportunity to apply for this Exception in order to continue doing
what I love and bringing value to travellers of all sorts.
5/17/24, 12:38 PM
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Hi Ruth K.,
Congratulations on being a Superhost with ErEa.
Thank you for your dedication to providing
exceptional hospitality.
I'm Daniel with KldO 0 1 help to support our
community of Superhosts I hope you're doing well!
I would just like to write this Le6ommendatiorl to
you for being a great Superhost to us, Ea hope
that you'll be back Hosting with us again in the
near future.
We hope to have you Hosting short stays with us
again Ruth, 0 hope that you'll get approve for
the exemption.
It's no surprise that you reached Superhost status,
Ruth K.!
It's been a pleasure helping you we're lucky to
have you in our community.
Best regards,
Daniel,
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FINDINGS OF FACT -SPECIAL EXCEPTION
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DECISION
Yes No: The Board has reviewed the requirements of UDO Section 5.73 as they relate to this Special Exception, and does
not find that those criteria prevent the granting of the Special Exception.
IT IS THEREFORE the decision of the Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals that Special Exception Docket No. PZ-2022-00018 SE
is granted, subject to any conditions stated in the minutes of this Board, which ale incorporated herein by reference and made a part
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Adopted this day of 20_
CHAIRPERSON, Carmel Board of Zoning -Appeals
SECRETARY, Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals
Conditions of approval of the Board, if any, are listed in the Letter of Grant.
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