HomeMy WebLinkAboutLetter #02 Dave DicksonMarch 24, 2025
Carmel clay Board of Zoning Appeals
c/o Bric Butler & Leah York
One Civic Square
Carmel, IN 46032
Re: PZ-2024-00219 V
Garage Variance Petition
Bric & Leah –
I’m writing to comment on the Petition listed above that was filed by Nathan Dinges. The
Dinges are requesting a variance from the development standard for size of a detached garage
on the property. Permitted is a 24’ x 30’ structure which shall not exceed 75% of the ground
floor area of the principle building. The Dinges are requesting that they be allowed to construct
a 28’ x 36’ and one that exceeds the maximum floor area of the principle building by 53%.
My comments on the Variance Petition –
1. From my property I only have an obscured view of the potential future structure which
is why I strongly request that the City of Carmel take into account the comments and
sentiments of those landowners which have a direct line of sight to the proposed
structure.
2. Secondly, I can’t imagine what a family of 2 individuals (with 2 vehicles) with a basement
and a full size existing garage would need with an entirely new garage and extra square
footage to boot. I don’t think it’s entirely clear why they need the extra space.
3. Should the variance be approved, I believe it’s entirely reasonable to require significant
and impactful landscaping on the south, west and north sides of the structure to soften
each facade. Such a landscaping plan should be approved by the City of Carmel.
Thank you for your consideration and service to our community.
Respectfully,
Dave Dickson
568 Memory Lane
Carmel, IN 46032