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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSeptember 2 Supplement8 CITY OF CARMEL, INDIANA PREFACE North Central Carmel Characteristics North Central Carmel is clearly unique in comparison to the other districts, in that it is an urbanizing core. Although there are areas of suburban development, the district has evolved toward a more walkable vibrant downtown environment with signifi cant mixed-use vitality, including Carmel City Center, the Arts and Design District, and the Old Meridian District. No longer are the tallest structures two stories and suburban in character. Numerous four-story or higher buildings have been built or are in the process of being built in this district. Many new buildings are also being built to the front property line, further evolving the pedestrian character of the area. North Central Carmel has two parks, the Monon Greenway, and one golf course; which is expected to be redeveloped in the near future (the Gramercy traditional neighborhood development). It is bordered by two dominant street corridors, U.S. 31 and Keystone Parkway, which contribute to and support the growth and vitality of this area. The North Central Carmel district contains multiple suburban style commercial retail areas including: Merchants’ Square, Clay Terrace, Kroger Plaza, and the Center. The district also includes a wide mix of residential developments including historic residential, suburban residential, estate homes, townhouses, fl ats, apartments, and condominiums. The district has signifi cant employment areas, including a high concentration of offi ce and health care development. The U.S. 31 Corridor and the Carmel Science and Technology Park are the main focus of employment-type development, but many other small offi ce buildings are distributed throughout North Central Carmel. Carmel St. Vincent Hospital and Clarian North/Riley Hospital have acted to energize health care as a major industry and employer in the U.S. 31 corridor. North Central Carmel is also home to several educational uses. The Carmel High School and Freshman Center campus along with Carmel Elementary, Carmel Clay Public Library, and the Community Life and Learning Center are a major educational resource along East Main Street. The district also contains a Middle School, private secondary school and regional facility for special needs. South Central Carmel Characteristics Much of South Central Carmel’s uniqueness from the other districts comes from the signifi cant number of 1950 through 1970’s style residential development and the Home Place village. The district also has intermingled areas of large-lot residential, including the homes abutting Woodand Country Club. A limited number of apartments and condominiums also exist. The north boundary (i.e. 116th Street corridor) and areas surrounding Central Park serve as a transition from the urbanizing North Central Carmel district to quality single family residential areas. Limited bicycle and pedestrian facilities exist in this area to connect people to the amenities in North Central Carmel. The south boundary includes employment areas along the I-465 and 96th Street corridor. Similarly, bicycle and DRAFT This map reflects preliminary and unverified content. It is for deliberative purposes only. CARMEL CONSOLIDATED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP LEGEND 1 MILE 1/2 MILE 3/4 MILE 1/4 MILE Map Prepared by Ground Rules, Inc. Secondary Core Primary Core Area for Special Study Major Street Minor Street River Monon Trail Land Classification Plan Map Parks and Recreation Estate Residential Low Intensity Suburban Residential Suburban Residential Urban Residential Attached Residential Neighborhood Support Node LAND CLASSIFICATION MAP 45 Last Revised 09-02-2008 Neighborhood Service Node Institutional Node Community Vitality Node Employment Node Regional Vitality Node Core Support pedestrian facilities are lacking to convey people to these destinations. South Central Carmel has several parks including the Monon Center, Central Park, and the Monon Greenway. There are two golf courses; one that is under pressure to be redeveloped. Despite signifi cant park and public amenities in this area, pedestrian mobility is limited, making it diffi cult for people to connect with the amenities and jobs by means other than the automobile. South Central Carmel has two strong street corridors, Westfi eld Boulevard and College Avenue, which provide good north/south connectivity for vehicles. Regional north/south connectivity is also provided with U.S. 31 and Keystone Parkway. Convenient east/west connectivity is limited to 106th Street and 116th Street. While not direct, 96th Street also provides connectivity between U.S. 31 and Keystone Parkway. The South Central Carmel district has one commercial district, Home Place, and some additional pockets of commercial development along the 96th Street Corridor. Additionally, the Nora 86th Street corridor and Keystone Crossing area provide commercial amenities to South Central Carmel. A growing restaurant and service area at U.S. 31 and 96th Street offers residents and workers in this area further options for shopping and dining.