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The regular meeting of the Carmel'Plan Commission was called to order by
the President, Richard Albright, at 7 :37 P.M. October 21, 1986 at the City
Meeting Hall. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll was called and members present were: Richard Albright, Sue McMullen,
Henrietta Lamb, Minnie Doane, Sandra Long, Bob Boone, Jim O'Neal, Sr., Max
L Moore, Vaughn Story, Jim Schneider, Ila Badger and Paul Ayers. Jeff Davis
was absent.
Staff members present were: Chuck Kiphart, Dave Rickard, Gordon Byers and
Rosalind McCart.
There were no additions or corrections to the 'minutes of the September 16,
1 986 meeting and Mrs. Badger moved that they be approved as submitted.
Seconded by Mr. Moore.
Motion carried.
Mr. Albright announced that the Indiana Planning Sessions will be held
at the Bloomington site on Nov. 7, 1986 and at the West Lafayette site on
November 13, 1986.
A letter to Mr. Albright of September 16, 1986 from James T. O'Neal, Sr.
was read by Mr. Albright regarding acceleration and deceleration lanes as
important for school bus safety and regarding the Carmel -Clay School policy
about buses in cul -de -sacs. This letter and Mr. Albright's letter in re-
sponse is a part of the official minutes and attached to the master copy.
This matter was referred the Subdivision Committee for review.
Mrs. McMullen announced that the City Council did rezone George Sweet's
rezone request from S -1 to S -2 zoning.
Discussion followed regarding changes in the Rules of Procedure. Concern-
ing notice for public hearings, notice will be sent to those on the Hamilton
County Auditor's list as property owners.
Mr. Kiphart related that state statute requires that notice be sent out
10 days prior to public hearings.
Mr. Story moved to adopt the proposed rules as proposed.
Seconded by Mrs. McMullen.
Motion carried.
Mr. Kiphart recommended that, on item 4h under Public Hearings, the second-
ary plat be heard with the primary plat.
H. Public Hearings
lh. 7 :30 P.M., Public Hearing on Docket No. 72 -86 2 and
and Preliminary Plan Application for a 103 2 acre A r
(Parcel A) and a 4 acre parcel of ground (Parcel B) from the ex sting
R -1 District to M -3 District to be made part of the Carmel Science and
Technology Park. Parcel A is located on the east side of Old Meridian
St. adjacent to the proposed W. Carmel Dr. Parcel B is located on the
west side of Guilford Rd. north of the proposed d. Carmel Dr. in Clay
Twp. Indiana.
Filed by Carter Jackson for Carmel Science Technology Park Assoc.
The public hearing opened at 7:50 with Mr. Nelson making the
Mr. Jackson and Al Oak, of Paul I. e presentation.
Cripe, request is for a rezone of 2 Inc., were present.
conjunction with the parcels from R -1 to M -3 to be used in
Exhibit 1 was an aerial show the outer boundaries and westward
tension of Carmel Dr. to U.S. 31. The rezone areas were shown. (Parcel 1 is
the Stutesman property and Parcel 2 is bounded on the south by the John Kirk
property). The use is for office, office warehouse and commercial retail.
Certain commitments have been prepared to make these 2 parcels subject to
the restrictions dated September 1, 1982 and subject to the Land Use Committee
report and minutes of October 1982,
Exhibit 2 was the presentation by Mr. Nelson of the Preliminary Development
Plan.
The public hearing closed at 7 :57.
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This item was referred to the Land Use Committee for review on November 11
1986 at the City Meeting Hall.
2h. 7 :30 P.M., Public Hearing on Docket No. 79 -86 P.P., Primary Plat Appli-
cation for Springmill Ridge Subdivision consisting of 85 lots on
61.34 acres of land. Site is zoned S -2 and is located on the S.W.
I corner of Spring Mill Rd. and W. 131st St. in Clay Twp. Subdivision
variance requested for private access drive to lots 70 and 71.
Filed by George Sweet for Brenwick Development Co.
The public hearing opened at 8 :00 with Mr. Sweet makin the
Mr. Joe Sharp of Paul I. Cripe, Inc. was g presentation.
The plat was presented and location and surrounding zoning given.
The area will be served with sanitary sewer and Indianapolis Water.
They propose 4 sections with 85 lots.
Jim Dillon, 5 Cornwall Ct., questioned where the sewer will go.
Mr. Sharp explained.
The public hearing closed at 8:05.
Mr. Sweet explained the sewer plan further to members of the public.
This item was referred to the Subdivision Committee for review on November
11, 1986 at the City Meeting Hall.
3h. 7 :30 P.M., Public Hearing on Docket No. 80 -86 P.P.
cation for Springmill Streams, Sections 6, z o 9, c si soitn g of
124 lots on 115.62 acres of land. Site is 7, 8 and 9, d o is
the east side of Clay Center Rd. ad to g the existing S located on
Streams Subdivision in Clay Twp. p gmill
Filed by George Sweet for Brenwick Development Co.
The public hearing opened at 8:12 with Mr. Sweet makin the
Mr. Joe Sharp of Paul I. Cripe, Inc. was present. g presentation.
The plat was presented and location and surrounding zoning given.
This request is for 124 lots on 115 acres. The original plan was for
fewer lots because of septic systems proposed.
This area can now be served by sanitary sewers and as a result the
petitioner now wants to increase the lot count in the entire area of the
subdivision to 225.
Mr. Sweet said they are not reducing the frontage of the lots.
Mr. Richard Strain, 12688 Devon Ln., representing the residents of Spring
Mill Stream, said that they want to maintain their image, concept and
property values. Mr. Strain read a brochure of their development
compared it to the lesser lot size of this t ath
concerned for the quality of the homes on smaller and also q
of the roads. Mr. Strain said $1 ?5,000 to $250,000 is the value of these
homes and they were to be $250,000 and above.
feel that to base this solely on sewers is not verysrationalated that they
Sue Dillon, 507 Cornwall Ct., questioned how the sewer path is to pass
through Springmill Streams.
Mr. Sharp explained.
Richard Linderman, 511 Cornwall Ct., asked about their options in regard
to representation in the review process.
Mr. Albright explained procedure.
Dan Venezia, Springmill Streams, questioned how many lots were sold
between 1981 and 1984 then from 1984 to toda y
built. Also, how many lots are reserved as oftodayhoW many homes were
Jim Dillon, 507 Cornwall Ct., said they were promised 204 lots and he
does not feel it fair to current landowners to change to 225 lots just
because sewers will be available.
Mr. Sweet made closing remarks explaining and answering concerns.
Mr. Sweet stated that sanitary sewers are preferred over septic and
explained the sewer path.
The public hearing closed at 8 :44.
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These last 4 sections were originally platted in 1984.
This item was referred to the Subdivision Committee for review on
November 11, 1986 at the City Meeting Hall.
4h. 7:30 P.M., Public Hearing on Docket No. 81 -86 P.P., A Primary Plat
Application for Green on Meridian consisting of 4 lots on 7.92 acres
of land. Site is zoned B- 5 /U.S. 31 Overlay and is located on the
S.E. corner of N. Meridian and 103rd St. in Clay Twp. Development
Plan previously approved as Docket No. 28 -85 D.P.
Filed by Cedarwood Companies.
The public hearing opened at 8:48 with Mr. Jim Oberdorfer, Development
Manager from Akron, Ohio, made the presentation for primary plat approval
and also requested that the Plan Commission consider the secondary plat at
this time. Mr. Oberdorfer said this request is needed for financing purposes.
Gary Carpenter from Mid States Engineering was present.
The property is divided into 4 parcels and Mr. Oberdorfer stated that the
lender requires 1 lot per building.
The holding tanks are installed and were pointed out. They will be used
until Meridian Corridor and main trunk,sewer is completed.
The public hearing closed at 8 :55.
The status of the Clara Knotts Drain was discussed. Pennsylvania Street
construction and further buildings in their project will not .be started until
solution of the Clara Knotts Drain.
This item was referred to the. Subdivision Committee for review on
November 11, 1986 at the City Meeting Hall.
5h. 7 :30 P.M., Public Hearing on Docket No. 83 -86 P.P., A Primary Plat
Application for Cedar Lake, Section Two Subdivision, consisting of
16 lots on 7.5 acres of land. Site is zoned R -1 and is located on
the west side of Rohrer Rd. south of the existing Cedar Lake, Sac.
1 Subdivision.
Filed by Phillip A.
The public opened at 8:56 with Mr. Dyer present.
Stan Neal of Weihe Engineering made the presentation.
The plat was submitted.
There will be all city services except for Hamilton Western water.
Ed Poroska, 304 Thornberry Dr. questioned where the drainage water
would go.
Mr. Neal said that it will go into an existing lake which he
Bill Quimby, 857 Bennett Ct., questioned what will back up-to his property
on Bennett Rd. p y
Mr. Dyer said the home price is $140,000 to $190,000 and the size of the
homes is 2,300 to 2,600 sq. ft.
Jeff Espezito, 510 Cedar Lake Ct., asked that the Commission look very
well at all aspects of this project to protect the residents.
The public hearing closed at 9 :06.
Mrs. McMullen asked if Rohrer Rd. has been approved adjacent to Section 1.
Mrs. McMullen said the County Highway has not initiated improvement and
it is to be 50 -50.
Mrs. McMullen questioned connecting streets as a concern,
The Subdivision Committee is to look into non connecting sidewalks along
Rohrer Rd.
Mr. Kiphart said he will check the minutes to see what commitment was made
with the County. Highway Department regarding improvement of Rohrer Rd.
This item was referred to the Subdivision Committee for review on November
11, 1986 at the City Meeting Hall and to the Technical. Advisory Committee for
1 :15 P.M. on October 23, 1986.
I. Old Business
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li. Commission to consider Docket No. 46 -86 ADLS, Architectural Design,
Lighting and Signage Application for McDonald's food restaurant out-
side children's play area located within a B -8 zoned district. The
existing restaurant is located on the north side of Carmel Dr. E.
and the intersection of Carmel Dr. E., Keystone Way and U.S. 431
(Keystone Avenue).
Filed by Davis Coots for Norrn Rothenberg, owner.
Mr. Coots was present.
Mr. Boone gave the Industrial and Commercial Committee report
part of the official minutes and attached to the master copy). (which is o a
positive recommendation from the Committee. py�• There was no
Mr. Boone moved to approve.
Seconded by Mrs. McMullen.
Mrs. Badger said she does not feel this matter has been handled prop-
erly by the Department Community Development and that our Ordinances
state that this is not an allowed use. If they want to put this use in
there, I feel that this needs a Variance from the Board of Zoning Appeals
in addition to our approval at the Plan Commission level.
Mr. Story asked if this play area is screened or landscaped.
Mr. Coots explained stating there would be a 6 ft. iron picket fence in
front and landscaping from 24 inches to a high of 6 ft.
Mr. Coots said the tallest piece of equipment is 104 inches the wood
climber.
Dr. Long requested to abstain from voting on this petition, tonight.
Mr. Albright stated that this is not a permitted front
according to the Ordinance. yard use
Mr. Coots said they feel that this is a permitted accessory use in a
front yard.
Mrs. Badger said that Mr. Byers stated that his opinion given was not
a legal opinion. His opinion was that this was a permitted accessory
as the Ordinance did not specifically state that a certain t use
accessory use shall not be allowed in the front YPe of
The vote was 4 For, yard.
Mr. Ayers, Mr: Moore and Mr. Against
voted inin (Dr. Long). Mrs. Lamb,
Petition denied.
2i. Commission to consider Docket No. 61 -86 Z, Rezone Application and
Concept Land Development Plan for a 25 acre parcel of ground north
of 116th St." between the existing Public Service Indiana building
and the Monon R.R. track. Petitioner requests a rezone from an ex-
isting R -1 District to an M 3. Petitioner covenants to restrict
development within a 300 ft. distance of 116th St. to exclude manu-
facturing and retail sales.
Filed by Doug Floyd for Indiana Seal Company.
Mr. Floyd was present.
Mr. Story gave the Land Use Committee report ort
official minutes and attached to the master copy). The1Committee'recom-
mended approval and Mr. Story so moved.
Seconded by Mr. O'Neal.
Mr. Floyd related that ,a passing bubble will be installed on the south
side of 116th St. if space for it is approved by the County Highway Dept.
Mr. Floyd said they plan no outside storage.
There will be mounding of 3 to 5 ft. on 116th St.
The motion carried, 11 For 1,
A recommendation for a Against. (Dr. Long voting NO).
pproval will be sent to the City Council.
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4i. Commission to consider Docket No. 64 -86 DT/ADLS, A B -7 Development
Plan Application for the conversion of an existing residence to an
architect's office. The .47 acre site is located at 1021 S. Range
Line Rd., Carmel, IN.
Filed by B. Milton Lynn P. Cuppy.
Mr. Cuppy was present.
Mr. Boone gave the Industrial and Commericial Committee report (which is
a part of the official minutes and attached to the master copy). The Comm-
ittee recommended approval and Mr. Boone so moved.
Seconded by Mrs. McMullen.
Motion carried 12 to 0.
5i. Commission to consider Docket No. 65 -86 ADLS, An Architectural. Design,
Lighting and Signage Application for a 880 sq. ft. addition to the
existing F.C. Tucker office building at Keystone Square Shopping
Center. Site is zoned B -8 and is located at 2274 E. 116th Street.
Filed by Ralph Wilfong.
Mr. Harold Eggers and Dale Sollenb&rger, Architect, were present.
Mr. Boone related that noone was present at the Committee meeting to make
a presentation and recommended that the petitioner be allowed to present thei
request before the Commission this evening.
Mr. Boone moved to suspend the rules and consider this item this evening.
Seconded by Mr. Ayers.
Mr.'Sollenberger. made the presentation stating that they wish to make an
880 sq. ft. addition to the F.C. Tucker office building.
There are 49 parking spaces now and this woula be reduced to 41 which is
still over the Ordinance requirment.
The exterior of the addition will match the existing facility.
The addition will be on the east side of the building.
Mr. Boone moved to approve the project as presented.
Seconded by Mr. Moore.
Motion carried by 12 to 0.
6i. Commission to consider Docket No. 66 -86 S.P.,
Secondary Plat Appli-
cation for Bridlebourne Subdivision, Section 1, consisting of 4 lots
on 16.07 acres. Site is zoned S -1 and is located on Shelbourne Rd.
about 2000 ft: "south of 116th Street in Clay Twp.
Filed by Bruce Cordingley for Bridlebourne Development.
Mr. Cordingley was present.
Dr. Long gave the Subdivision Committee report (which is a art of the
official minutes and attached to the master copy). The Committee recom-
mended approval and Dr. Long so moved.
Seconded by Miss Doane.
Motion carried 12 to 0.
7i. Commission to consider Docket No. 67 -86 S.P., Secondary Plat Appli-
cation for Springmill Crossing, Sec. 4, consistin g of 35 lots on
18.66 acres. Site is zoned S -2 and is located at the N.E. corner of
Spring Mill Rd. and 136th Street in Clay Twp.
Filed by John Culp for Shorewood Corp.
8i. Commission to consider Docket No. 68 -86 S.P.,
cation for Springmill Crossin Sec. tic Plat A
acres. g, 5. consisting of 50 lots on 25
Site is zoned S -2 and is located at the N.E. corner of Spring
Mill Road and 136th Street in Clay Twp.
Filed by John Culp for Shorewood Corp.
Both items 7i and 8i were considered together.
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John Culp and Joe. Sharp of Paul I. Cripe were present.
Mr. Schneider gave the Subdivision Committee report (which is a part of
the official minutes and attached to the master copy). The Committee rec-
ommended approval of both 67 -86 S.P., Springmill Crossing Sec. 4, and 68 -86
S.P., Springmill Crossing Sec. 5, and Mr. Schneider so moved.
Seconded by Dr. Long.
Motion carried 12 to 0 for 67 -86 S.P.
Motion carried 12 to 0 for 68 -86 S.P.
9i. Commission to consider Docket No. 69 -86 P.P. Primary Plat Appli-
cation for Carrington Woods Subdivision consisting of 15 lots on
7.5 acres of land. Site is zoned S -1 and is located on the north
side of 126th St. and approximately 2600 ft. east of Gray Rd. in
Clay Twp. Subdivision variance required for minimum street center
line radius. BZA variance required for reduction of minimum front
yard and lot width.
Filed by Paul R. Lipps.
Mr. Lipps and Mr. Sharp were present.
Mr. Schneider gave the Subdivision Committee report (which is a part of
the official minutes and attached to the master copy). The Committee recom-
mended approval and Mr. Schneider so moved.
Seconded by Miss Doane.
Mr. Boone questioned buses entering the area with the sharp turn.
There is a 42" to 48" farm type fence to be installed on the north be
tween this project and the Dad's Club property.
Mr. Kiphart said there is no letter in the file agreeing to annexation.
Findings of fact were completed by members.
Motion to approve carried 12 to 0.
10i. Commission to consider Docket No. 71 -86 ADLS, An Architectural Design
Lighting and Signage Application for Carmel Drive Plaza, a 19,500 sq.
ft. retail shopping center. Site is located at approximately 600 E.
Carmel Drive and is zoned B -8.
Filed by Robert Kozonis for Arncraft Construction.
Mr. Kozonis and Davis Coots were present.
Mr. Boone gave the Industrial and Commercial Committee report
a part of the official minutes and attached to the mater co p (which is
recommended approval with the mechanical equipment screened. The andrneetingtee
the approval of the Dept. of Community Development and Mr. Boone so moved.
Seconded by Miss. Doane.
Mr. Kiphart reported regarding screening stating that the parapet wall
can be raised all around the building to screen the mechanical equipment.
Mr. Coots related that, in Mr. Kiphart's opinion, the individual cedar
fences atop the building, that they proposed, would not be satisfactory.
Cross- easement between the bank and shopping center regarding parking
was discussed by Mr. Boone.
Mr. Coots said he would get with Mr. Rembusch and Mr. Kiphart regarding
this matter.
The elimination of curbing via a Variance was discussed.
Motion carried 12 to 0.
J. New Business
lj. Commission to consider Docket No. 74 -86 ADLS, An Architectural Design
Lighting, Landscaping and Signage Application for Ultimate Car Wash
facility to be located at 431 E. Carmel Dr.
Rocky Rococo restaurant and the existing Flanner &eBuchananoFuneral
Home) Carmel, IN. The L.18 acre site is currently zoned B -8. The
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facility is.4,636 ft. in size, faces Carmel Drive and has five
outside vacuum stations on the'West side of the building.
Filed by Thomas L. Duke, owner.
Mr. Duke and Al Oak of Paul I. Cripe were present.
Mr. Coots made the presentation for an automatic, single bay, drive -thru
car wash.
Aerial photos were shown and location given.
Elevation drawings were shown of the proposed solid brick structure to be
21 ft. high.
There will be a parapet wall to screen mechanical equipment.
The lighting and landscaping plans were presented.
There will be a 30 sq. ft. ground sign at the entry way along Carmel Drive.
It will be interior lighted saying "Ultimate Car Wash" and will be 3 ft. tall
and 10 ft. in overall length and landscaped.
Mrs. Badger asked that a picture showing the 5 vacuums, location, color
and shielding be brought to the Committee meeting.
Mrs. McMullen questioned the screening along Carmel Drive.
Mr. Duke explained his proposal for a one man unique operation.
This item was sent to the Industrial and Commercial Committee for review at
8:00 p.m., November 11, 1986, at the City Meeting Hall.
2j. Commission to consider Docket No. 75 -86 ADLS, An amended site landscape
and additional lighting proposal for the existing Burger King restauran"
located at 613 E. Carmel Drive, Carmel, IN. Site is zoned B-8. Play
area facilities will not be changed.
Filed by Dave Coots for Rockville Development Co.
Mr. Coots made the presentation to amend the landscape plan and present
lighting plan (because of a dark parking lot). They wish to add fixtures on
the already standing standards.
This item was sent to the Industrial and Commericial Committee for review
on November 11, 1986 at the City Meeting Hall.
3j. Commission to consider Docket No. 76 -86 ADLS, An Architectrural Design,
Lighting, Landscaping and Signage Application for Peter Rabbit Day Care
facility to be located west of College Ave. (11660 College Ave.) as
extended into Meridian Technology Center (Phase 4) Carmel, IN. Facility
is one story: (23 ft. hi ht) two phased (Phase One 591$ sq. ft. in
size Phase Two 5918). The 2.3 acre site is located in both a B -2
and B-6 zoned district. Board of Zoning Appeals Special Use approval
also required.
Filed by Kevin Miller for Stamp and Altman Properties, Browning
Investments, Inc. and Technology Center Assoc. Ltd.
Kevin Miller made the presentation.
John Stamp and John Altman were present.
The site plan was shown and location given.
Elevation drawings were presented.
Two buildings are proposed in 2. phases. They will be constructed of split
face block and dark gray brick.
The roof material was shown.
The lighting plan was presented. There will be l lighting fixture in the
parking lot.
The landscape plan was shown.
There will be 42 parking spaces in phase 1 and 67 in total.
There will be one ground sign.
Trash will be contained in a dumpster surrounded by cedar fence on 3 sides
with a cedar gate 6 ft. high.
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A rendering of the proposed sign was shown.
This item was sent to the Industrial and Commericial Committee for review
on November 11, 1986 at the City Meeting Hall.
4j. Commission to consider Docket No 77 -86 ADLS, A Si
for Hewlett Packard, Inc., located at 11911 N. Meridian St., Carmel,
IN. Petitioner requests second sign,
Pennsylvania St. side of the building. The sign is t w o sid on the
by 9 ft., 27 sq. ft. in size is two sided, 3 ft.
acres in size, zoned B -6 and located the r U.S. 31 Corridor e Overlay
Zone.
Filed by Kevin Miller for Hewlett Packard, Inc.
Larry Barnett of Hewlett Packard was present.
Kevin Miller made the presentation.
A rendering of the proposed 3 ft. tall by 9 ft. wide sign, to be at the
entrance on Pennsylvania St., was shown.
The sign complies with Ordinance requirements.
Mr. Story moved to suspend the rules and consider this item tonight.
Seconded by Mrs. McMullen.
Mr. Ayers moved to approve as requested by the petitioner.
Seconded by Mr. Moore.
Motion carried lz to 0.
5j. Commission to consider Docket No. 78 -86 ADLS, A Signage Application
for Summertrace (Beverly Enterprises Encore Partnership) for a
project (Center) identification sign, 4 ft. by 9 ft. plus 38.5 sq. ft. in size. Site is 30.3 acres in size, zoned•B12 R -5
and located in the U.S. 31 Corridor Overlay Zone.
Filed by Doug Floyd for Summertrace Beverly Enterprises and Encore
Partnership.
Mr. .Floyd made the presentation.
Location for the 2 -faced sign was pointed out and a rendering of the sign
was shown.
The letters will be gold and a sample letter was shown.
The sign complies with the Ordinance requirements and will be externally
lighted (15 ft. wide by 6 ft. 6 inches tall) and will sit on a 3 ft. mound.
sign sits back:15 ft. from the U.S. 31 right -of -way at 131st St.
The sign will be ft. 6 inches high from the existing terrain.
Mr. Kiphart is to go out prior to the sign erection to make sure it
complies with the Ordinance.
Mr. Story moved to suspend the rules and consider this item this evening.
Seconded by Mr. Moore.
Mr. Ayers moved to approve this request, subject to Department of
Community Development inspection in regard to the safety check.
Seconded by Mr. Story.
Miss Doane asked to be excused from voting on this matter.
Motion carried 11 to 0.
6 j. Commission to consider Docket No. 84 -86 ADLS, A Si
for James B. Carr Family Dentist Signage is Application .76
ft. Dentistry. Proposed sign area is 6.76 sq.
per side. Site is zoned B -8 and is located at 266 Medical Dr.,
Carmel, IN. BZA variance required for placement of sign per plans
submitted.
Filed by James B. Carr.
Mr. Coots made the presentation.
The site plan vas shown. is to be in front yard of the south elevation and 1 ft. 6 inches
high of wood material and brick the same as the building. The brick
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structure for the sign is 5 ft. 8 inches in size.
There will be no lighting.
A rendering was shown.
This is a double frontage lot and if the sign is in the south front yard
a Variance would be required and if it is determined in the east front yard, a
Variance would not be required.
Discussion followed.
Mr Byers stated that it is not within the Plan Commission jurisdiction to
determine front yard and side yard. Mr. Byers said it is Mr. Kiphart's
determination.
Mr. Story moved to suspend the rules and consider this item this evening.
Seconded by Mr. O'Neal.
Mr. Story moved to approve this proposed sign for aesthetic architectural
design.
Seconded by Mr. O'Neal.
Motion carried 12 to 0.
7j. Commission to consider presentation on Architectural Design, Lighting,
Landscaping and Signage for Phase 5 of Meridian Technology Center. Site
is located at the N.E. corner cif Pennsylvania St. and College Drive.
Project to include one (60 ft. hight) 4 story (40,000 sq. ft.)
building for Conseco, Inc.
Submitted by Kevin A. Miller for Technology Center Assoc., Ltd.,
Michael G. Browning, General Partner.
'Mr. Miller made the presentation showing the plans for a 10 acre site.
A rendering was shown of the 4 story and 2 story buildings.
The lighting plan was shown.
The parking meets ordinance requirements.
Trash will be stored inside.
Signage approval will be presented at another time.
This item was referred to the Industrial and Commercial Committee for revie
at 7 :30 p.m. November 11, 1986 at the City Meeting Hall.
There was no further business to come before the Commission and Mrs.
Badger moved to adjourn.
Seconded by Mr. Boone.
Meeting adjourned.
President Secretary