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SEPTE~IBER 21, 1999
The regularly scheduled meeting of the Carmel/Clay Plan Commission met at
approximately 7:00 PM on September 21, 1999 in the Council Chambers of City Hall,
One Civic Square, Carmel, Indiana.
Members present were: Marilyn Anderson; Kent Broach; David Cremeans: Leo
Dierckman; Madeline Fitzgerald; Ron Houck; Norms Meighen; Bob Modisen; James T.
O~Neal, Sr.; Pat Rice; Rick Sharp; Paul Spranger; Chris White; and Tom Yedlick.
Steve Engelking, Director; Michael Hollibaugh, Terry Jones, and Laurence Lillig were
present representing the Department of Community Services.
The minutes of the August meeting were approved as submitted.
F. Legal Counsel Report
John Molitor reported that the Ordinance containing a variety of technical
corrections and updates was presented to the City Council earlier this month and no
adverse comments. The Ordinance will have second reading at a future date.
Also, the PUD proposal from Buckingham on Old Meridian was approved today
by the City Council (unanimously.)
G. Reports, Announcements, and Department Concerns
Dave Cremeans reported that a letter had been sent to the Hamilton County
Council over his signature and funding for the highway improvements in western Clay
Township were approved as requested.
Dave Cremeans announced that the Duke Rezone, 14-99Z, and the Thoroughfare
Plan Amendment, Docket No. 84-98 CPA, have been TABLED to the October meeting.
John South, Hamilton County Soil & Water Conservation, appeared ::efore the
Commission and invited the members to a tour and discussion of a variety of
conservation issues fi.om wellhead protection, new EPA regulations, erosion control,
wetlands, and other items on October 14, 1999.
Public l~Iearing:
Note: Items Ih and 2j ~vere heard together.
lh, Commission to consider Docket No. 70-99 DP/ADLS, Development ?tan and
Architectural Design, Landscaping, Lighting, & Signage applications for Park Place
Centre, LLC. The petitioner seeks approval to construct 14 professional o~ce buildings
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and condominium suites to be known as Park Place Centre on 7.393 acres. The site is
located on the northeast corner of Adams Street and West Carmel Drive on Block 2 of the
Carmel Science & Technology Park. The site is zoned M=3/Manufacmring.
Filed by Adam DeHart of Keeler-Webb Associates.
2j. Commission to consider Docket No. 71-99 S.P., Secondary Plat application for
Park Place Centre, LLC. The petitioner seeks approval to plat two lots to be known as
Park Place Centre on 7.393 acres within the Carmel Science & Technology Park. The
site is located on the northeast comer of Adams Street and West Carmel Drive. Th site is
zoned M-3fManufacturing.
Filed by Adam DeHart of Keeler-Webb Associates.
Adam DeHart of Keeler-Webb Associates, Gradle Drive, Carmel appeared before the
representing FCC Development Corp. Frank Cosmos and Steve Ponsler of Park Place
Centre LLC were also in attendance.
The project will consist of 14 individual structures designed and aligned so that the entire
facility will be treated as a business park. There will be two different building design
sizes; one size with 9600 square feet, containing up to 8 units, and 7200 square feet
containing up to 6 units.
The development is a commercial office project that falls under the Indiana Horizontal
Property Regime, and will be owned as condominiums and operated by businessmen and
women of the community. It is anticipated that medical related facilities will occupy
these units.
The individual units will consist of 1200 square feet and will average 3 to 4 tenants in
each structure. Each unit is provided with common area access through hallways and
stairwells and they are all two-story structures. The facilities, including signage, are
oriented toward the interior of the project as well as tenant signage. Parking facilities are
located within the interior.
The covenants and restrictions go into great detail as to how the owners' association will
function, the parking allowed for each one, and the restrictions on signage for each
individual facility.
A buffer and transition yard has been provided along the entire north perimeter abutting
the Arbors. with interior canopy trees for the interior parking lot and additional
landscaping along the streetscape. The additional landscaping functions as a visual
buffer for the parking and gaps between the buildings that accommodate air conditioning
equipmem and gas meters. The doorway entrances face toward the interior of the park
rather than towards Adams Street and Carmel Drive.
The drainage is completely self-contained within the site. There is access to storm
sewers along Adams Street and Carmel Drive where the storm water is collected and
deposited in those areas. Sanitary Sewers are provided by Clay Waste Regional District
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along Adams Street and Carmel Drive. Construction documents have been submitted to
Clay Regional for final review and approval.
It is intended to make two small sanitary sewer extensions imo the site to service the 14
buildings. Also, a water service main will be extended into the center pan of the site and
fire hydrant locations are being provided within the landscape islands.
The interior of the lot will be provided with lighting as submitted in the packets; the
buildings will have coach lights at the entrance. The same coach light will be used as an
entrance type light similar to some of the lights proposed to be installed with the Carmel
Drive Streetscape on ten toot poles located at the end of the subdivision type entrance
and adjacent to the mail box structure. The remainder of the site will have shoebox-type,
pole lighting.
The entry sign will consist of a four foot masonry sign on either side of the entrance,
identifying "Park Place Centre." A ground-mounted sign is being provided at the comer
of Carmel Drive and Adams Street that matches the masonry sign with stone face, name
and logo of Park Place Centre. The buildings will have individual addresses in a stone
set in the front facade of the structure over the central door. In addition, a small directory
sign will be located in front of each structure in the foundation planting area.
The pendant sign being proposed requires a variance. The pendant sign matches the
architectural style of the building and also assists in flow of the traffic in and around the
parking lot area so that visitors can readily locate the individual tenants, (one sign per
tenant.)
The petitioner is requesting Development Plan and .M)LS approval for the entire facility.
The plat will include the floor plans and the facilities. The secondary plat will divide the
site; lot 2 will consist of 4.9 of the 7.3 acres. The division of the site is being done in
conjunction with the City Center Drive right-of-way. The remainder, lot 3, will not be
platted until City Center Drive is installed and the petitioner will be appearing before the
Commission for approval of the secondary re-plat.
The petitioner is dedicating I0 feet of right-of-way along Carmel Drive for the use of the
Streetscape and the bike path plan for the City. The petitioner is in the process of
working out the alignment so as not to interfere with trees and utilities. A 5 foot concrete
walk is being provided along the north side of Adams Street.
~ operational traffic analysis was provided.to the Department just today. The
conclusions of the report related that this site will generate traffic in the neighborhood of
I70 trips in a peak condition. The entrance has been located at the apex ora curve so that
sight distance can be maximized both to Carmel Drive and to the east. The entrance has
been designed to handle a large amount of traffic. Once the City Center Drive is
installed, Adams Street will basically function as a local collector for both the Park Place
Centre site and a shortcut for those persons who live in the Arbors, and those people who
operate out of the Blockbuster facility and Lot 7.
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Members of the public were invited to speak in favor of or opposition to the proposed
development; no one appeared and the public hearing was closed.
Terry Jones reported that the Traffic Report was received today and the Department has
not yet had an opportunity to review it. The Department is recommending that this item
proceed to the Special Study Committee for review.
Docket Nos. 70-99 DP/ADLS and 71-99 SP for Park Place Centre LLC was referred
to the Special Study Committee that will meet October 5 in the Caucus Rooms of City
Hall at 7:00 PM.
2h. Commission to consider Docket No. 72-99 DP/ADLS, Development Plan and
Architectural Design, Landscaping, Lighting, & Signage applications for Moench
Engineering. The petitioner seeks approval to construct a retail oil lube service station on
1.39 acres known as Valvoline Oil Lube. The site is located at 10400 North Michigan
Road on Lot 15 of the Park Northwestern Subdivision. The site is zoned I-l/Industrial
and is located within the U.S. 421 (Michigan Road) Overlay Zone.
Filed by Brian Moench of Moench Engineering.
Nicholas Quintana of Sebree & Assoc., Architects, appeared before the Commission
along with Brian Moench, Engineer, and Don Berger, owner.
The petitioner is seeking approval to construct an oil lube service station at 10400 North
Michigan Road within the U.S. 421 Overtay Zone. The lower level of the building will
be brick and dryvit, the roof will be shingled with a high pitch; all colors will be similar
to existing buildings in the immediate area such as Marsh and Donato's Pizza.
There is no signage on the building. All parking is to the rear of the building as well as
stacking for the service bays. The exit doors of the facility face Michigan Road. Most of
the property contains a pipeline easement that restricts the amount of property for use.
There are street trees along the front of the building.
Members of the public were invited to speak in favor or opposition to the proposed
project; no one appeared and the public hearing was dosed.
Terry Jones reported that this project did pose some interesting difficulties within the 421
Overlay requirements. It is recommended that the orientation of the building be reviewed
further by the Committee.
Rick Sharp asked about the landscap'ing and if there were any outstanding Technical
Advisory Committee issues. Terry Jones responded that depending upon the placement
of the building and the angle in relation to 42 I, screening the overhead doors could be an
issue; landscaping is a possibility for screening the "front load" doors in reiafion to the
421 Ordinance.
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Brian Moench of Moench Engineering reported that there is adequate stacking to the rear
of the building that will accommodate 3 cars deep. The entire premise of the Oil Lube is
to move cars quickly through the system and no large stacking requirement is anticipated.
The proposal does meet the ordinance.
Rick Sharp asked that the petitioner consider doing something decoratively with the
overhead doors, especially the ones fronting 421, and also consider "beefing up" the
landscaping on the south side of the property so as to screen the stacking area from north
bound traffic. These two items will be discussed at the Special Study Committee.
There was discussion as to whether or not parking would be allowed on the pipeline and
if parking areas could be grassy areas or gravel rather than asphalt or concrete.
According to the Ordinance, parking areas and drive areas within a project are requked to
be not only paved but curbed, and a variance would be required. The ordinance does not
allow "pavers" to offset a parking requirement without a variance. The parking of ears on
grass is preferable to orienting the building in an undesirable location. The location of
the trash container and appropriate screening was also a question. These points will be
pursued at Committee.
Docket No. 72-99 DP/ADLS, Valvoline Oil Lube, was referred to the Special Study
Committee that will meet Tuesday, October 5, 1999 at 7:00 PM in the Caucus Rooms of
City Hall.
NOTE: Items 3h and 4h were heard together.
3h. Commission to consider Docket No. 76-99 CA, Commitment Amendment
application for Browning Investments, Inc. The petitioner is requesting to te,wninate the
1991 Commitments Concerning the Use and Development of Real Estate. The site is
located in the 10900 block of North Pennsylvania Street. The site is zoned B-6/Business
and is within the U.S. 31 (Meridian Street) Overlay Zone.
Filed by Greg Snelling of Mid-States Engineering, LLC.
4h. Commission to consider Docket No. 77-99 DP/ADLS, Development Plan and
.4zchitectural Design, Landscaping, Lighting, & Signage applications for Browning
Investmems, Inc. The petitioner seeks approval for two corporate office buildings
totaling 108,200 square feet on 8.08 acres. The site is located in the 10900 block of
North Pennsylvania Street. The site is zoned B-6/Business and is within the U.S. 31
(Meridian Street) Overlay Zone.
Filed by Greg Shelling of Mid-States Engineering, LLC
Jim Nelson. attorney, 3663 Bramley Way, Carmel. appeared before the Commission
representing Browning Investments, Inc. Also present were .ramie Browning of
Browning Investments and Oreg Snelling of Mid-States Engineering.
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The subject site is located south and east of the intersection U.S. 31, 111 Street, and the
Delta Faucet Corporate headquarters. This parcel is zoned B-6/Business and lies partially
within the U.S. 31 Overlay Zone.
The Development Plan does include two office buildings; however, the current request is
for a single office building on the northern half of the parcel. A set of plans has also been
presented to the Greater Home Place Homeowners Association for their review.
The adjacent uses: To the west is Pennsylvania Street and the Delta Faucet corporate
headquarters; to the north is a facility occupied by the Indiana Developmental Training
Center; to the east is the Pleasant Grove Methodist Church and a small park; to the south
is the northern end of a residential subdivision accessible by I06~h Street.
Existing Conditions: The real estate lies partially within the U.S. 31 Overlay Zone. The
Indiana Pipeline dissects the real estate in a northeasterly/southeasterly direction. In the
northwest comer of the property is a dry detention/retention area that serves both this
parcel and the parcel to the north. The petitioner's plans provide for this becoming a lake
for a retention area. There is a mature stand of trees that straddle the property line on
both the east and south, providing a natural separation between the real estate and the
homes to the south. Future conditions involve Pennsylvania Street and the City's plans to
widen, extend and resurface Pennsylvania Street.
History of the Real Estate: In 1987, this parcel together with the one to the north
contained 20 acres, was zoned B-7, and it was owned by Browning Investments. In
1989, the northern 10 acre parcel was rezoned to B-6 by PIA Indianapolis, Inc.
(Psychiatric Institute of America) for an 80 bed treatment facility. Since that time, this
facility has been occupied by Charter and now by Indiana Developmental Training
Center. In 1991, the parcel to the south was re-classified to B-6 at the request of PIA to
provide for a 40 bed residential treatment center to serve as an expansion of their hospital
at that time.
The current Development Plan consists of two corporate office buildings, (constructed in
v,vo phases), a parking lot and lake. The total square footage of the buildings computes to
I08,200. There are 494 parking spaces being provided; 361 are required.
The buildings will be three stories, 63 feet, 10 inches in height to the tower. The exterior
materials consist of architectural precast panels and columns, clear aluminum anodized
finish with PPG "solex" tinted glass. The headers are dark gray stone, the facade will be
buff and warm gray.
Ihe signage consists of one, precasv'orushed stainless steel, 40 square feet in size, 12
inches in height. The parking lot lighting consists of 27 pole fixtures, 30 feet in height.
There is additional lighting on the building and pathway illumination for safety.
A formal landscape plan has been submitted to the Department.
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Docket Nos. 76-99 CA and 77-99 DP/ADLS for Browning Investments, Inc. were
referred to the Special Study Committee that will meet October 5 at 7:00 PM in the
Caucus Rooms of City Hall.
I. Old Business:
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Docket No. 84-98 CPA, Thoroughfare Plan Amendment.
TABLED
2i.
Docket No. 14.99 ~ for DUke Realty Investments;'~
TABLED BY ~ PETITIONER
3i.
Commission to consider Docket No. 57-99 DP/ADLS, a Development Plan and
Architectural Design, Landscaping, Lighting, & Signage application for Max &
Erma's Restaurants, Inc. The petitioner seeks approval to construct a 7,744
square foot restaurant facility on 1.6 acres. The site is located near the southeast
corner of East 126th Street and Meridian Street within the Hamilton Crossing East
Complex. The site is zoned B-3/Business and is located within the U.S. 31
(Meridian Street) Overlay Zone.
Filed by Philip A. Nicely of Bose McKinney & Evans LLP.
Philip Nicely of Bose McKinney & Evans appeared before the Commission representing
the applicant. Christopher Holgate of Max & Erma's was also in attendance. Approval is
being requested to construct a restaurant facility in the Hamilton Crossing East Complex
within the U.S. 31 Overlay Zone.
This project has had public hearing and review by the Special Study Committee. There
was much discussion at the Committee level concerning the size of the restaurant, the
aesthetics, and the neon band at the top of the building. The petitioner stated that even
though the building is 7,744 square feet, it appears as a much larger facility because of
the height; however, the petitioner did agree to eliminate the green neon band at the top
of the building.
There was further discussion regarding the possibility of connecting the restaurant to the
neighboring Hampton Inn. To require a connection with the hotel at this point would be
a major undertaking, financially and from I/time standpoint, to revise the plans. The
petitioner has had a conversation with Gary Schahet of the Hampton Inn--The Hampton
Inn would not approve any type of connection between the two buildings..Mong that
same line, Max & Erma's would also prefer not to be associates with the hotel and be
thought of as serving "hotel food." The petitioner did a~ee to install paver blocks on the
walkway between the restaurant and hotel as well as "beefing up" the landscaping
adjacent to the walkway.
The petitioner is also seeking three Developmental Standards Variances from the Board
of Zoning Appeals.
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There was discussion regarding deferring voting on this Docket until afrer the Board of
Zoning Appeals has ruled on the Variances.
Rick Sharp referred to Duke's plans for 96th Street and Meridian to Springmill, and the
proposal for 100% retail and two, free-standing restaurants, probably non-conforming in
size to the US 31 Overlay. Rick was concerned that the Plan Commission's approval of
Max & Erma's would be either establishing a precedent for the US 31 Overlay Zone or it
would be used as an argument, assuming that the rezone goes through and the variances
as to use, and minimum building size within the US 31 Overlay Zone are approved by the
BZA. Also, a prior commitment was made to connect Meridian Corners fi.om Carmel
Drive to 131= Street. To date, the construction of this link has not yet begun, and the
status is in question.
Phil Nicely responded that the plans on the connection have been prepared and will
development will proceed rapidly, however, there is some question as to a commitment
by the City to install a wall down Meridian Coruers, i.e. how it is to be constructed, and
how it is to be funded. Phil Nicely stated that the proposed development is not seen as
setting a precedent. The proposal was submitted as a total development--it is not an
isolated building or situation. The proposal was submitted at the time 15% was 15% of
the total development and not 15% ora building. The ordinance was passed
subsequently. The petitioner has gone above and beyond to ensure a quality development
and enhance the qualky and spirit of the U.S. 31 corridor Overlay Zone.
Terry Jones reported that there had been a meeting with the residents of West Park and
the City Engineer--the wall issue was brought up as well as the construction of the road.
Apparently there is some confusion as to the timing of construction, etc. Terry undertook
to get an answer to Rick Sharp.
In response to questions from Pat Rice, Christopher Holgate stated that it was not
desirable to provide a functional second story because of handicap access, wait staffup
and down stairs, and the economics would not allow the installation of an elevator.
Windows have been incorporated to give the building a second floor feel, but it is not a
functional second story.
Ron Houck moved for the approval of Docket No. 57-99 DP/ADLS, Max & Erma's
Restaurant, subject to design changes presented this evening.
There were comments fi'om Rick Sharp stating no objection with a Max & Erma's; the
problem is with the Variances requested. If this product were anywhere other than the
Overlay Zone, it would be perfect. There is a need for an amenity node, but somewhere
other than fronting on the corridor. Mr. Sharp was adamant that this Docket should have
been tabled until after a vote by the Board of Zoning Appeals.
Docket No. 57-99 DP/ADLS, Max & Erma's Restaurant, was APPROVED 9 in
favor, Marilyn Anderson, Dave Cremeans, Madetine Fitzgerald, Pat Rice, and Rick Sharp
opposed.
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$. New Business
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Commission to consider Docket No. 69-99 ADLS, Architectural Design,
Landscaping Lighting, and Signage Amendment application for Knead Bread,
LLC. The petitioner seeks approval to construct a patio on the aorth side of
Panera Bread. The site is located at the north end of Merchants' Square,
Building I, at 2476 East 1164 Street. The site is zoned B-8/Business.
Filed by Phil O'Connell of Knead Bread, LLC.
Peter Dubin, architect with Mann, Gin, Dubin & Frazier, 200 South Michigan Avenue,
Chicago, Illinois appeared before the Commission representing the applicant. Also in
attendance was Philip O'Connell of Knead Bread, owner of the franchisee, Panera Bread.
Approval is being sought for a 900 square foot concrete patio located at the north end of
the Panera Bread Bakery/Caf6 in Building I of Merchants Square. The landscaping
around the patio is designed to harmonize with the existing landscaping in Merchants
Square. Several Honey Locust trees, White Flowering Crabapple, and White Flowering
Weeping Cherry Trees will surround the patio in conjunction with several species of
small shrubs and ground cover.
There is also a black, steel bar stock railing with stainless steel cables around the patio
that visually allows the landscaping into the patio area. The patio will incorporate
wrought iron tables with umbrellas and chairs that will further define the patio area.
Terry Jones reported that the Department had no problem with the patio as presented.
In response to questions from Madeline Fitzgerald, Mr. Dubin reported that the umbrellas
are burgundy/maroon/khaki colors--corporate colors of Panera Bread. Small white
lettering spells out the "Panera" name.
Terry, Jones stated that if the lettering is under three square feet, it is an incidental sign
and no permk is required.
Phil O'Connetl commented that the patio area will seat 50 persons, and a maximum of 7
umbreallas for a touch of color. The petitioner installed additional asphalt to facilitate
drainage of the patio area and worked with the Linder group for an upscale, added value
to the complex.
Pat Rice was opposed to the lettering on the umbrellas and stressed that the Commission
must be consistent in its requests and requirements.
Rick Sharp moved for the approval of Docket No. 69-99 ADLS, Panera Bread.
Rick Sharp amended his motion for approval to prov/de that the umbrellas in the outer
seating area will not contain lettering. APPROVED 14-0.
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Commission to consider Docket No. 78-99 ADLS Amend., Architectural Design,
Landscaping, Lighting, and Signage Amendment application for 12400 North Old
Meridian Street LLC. The petitioner seeks approval to construct a one-story,
multi-tenant, professional office building totaling 21,750 square feet on 2.43 acres
within the Carmel Science & Technology Park. The site is located at 12401-
12415 Old Meridian Street. The site is zoned M-3/Manufacturing.
Filed by Adam DeHart of Keeler-Webb Associates.
Adam Del-lan of Keeler-Webb Associates, 486 Gradle Drive, Carmel, appeared before
the Commission representing the applicant. A color rendering was distributed to each
Commission member.
The presence of a legal drain easement on the parcel reduces the useable area on the site
by approximately one acre and creates a site with an angle both facing perpendicular and
parallel to Old Meridian and angled facing away from it. The existing drainage ditch was
installed to accommodate drainage under an old bridge structure underneath Old
Meridian and serviced the mobile home/trailer park across the street that has since been
vacated, and storm water drainage for the remainder of Carmel Science & Technology
Park and the Meijer Shopping Center.
The design of the site, including access and use, has taken into consideration the Old
Meridian Corridor Task Force's recommendations. The petitioner has agreed to the
installation of sidewalks along Old Meridian and interior walkways for use by the
neighbors to the north and the persons in the proposed professional building in Block 17.
The proposed development will have the "Old Tome" appeal with the buildings towards
the front of the site and the majority of parking to the rear. The plan also provides for
landscaping. The single row of parking to the front is landscaped along the perimeter and
the interior of the lot with foundation plantings.
The overall site design encourages open space pursuant to the recommendations of the
Old Meridian Corridor Task Force. The drainage ditch and easement incorporates
existing landscaping; the petitioner will also be increasing the landscaping in this area.
At the request of the Hamilton County Surveyor's Office, the petitioner has committed to
landscape the ditch area and it will be maintained by a partnership between the owners of
the property and the petitioner.
Also in attendance was Mr. J'effWorretl with Advantage Medical
Terry Jones reported that petitioner appeared before the committee on the amendment
issues. Initially, the building was two-story.
Rick Sharp reported that the Committee had requested a more substantial presentation be
made to the Commission as a whole. The proposed changes were substantial and it was
deemed appropriate that the entire Commission look at the amendments.
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Leo Dierckman recommended that the petitioner be sent back to the Special Study
Committee for further review before a vote by the entire Commissioner.
Kon Houck moved for the return of Docket No. 78-99 ADLS, Amend. to the Special
Study Committee for further review~
Rick Sharp commented that there were really no huge issues with the exception of a lack
of quality information. There was no detail and no color render/ng. What is presented
this evening is consistent with what was previously approved. Rick Sharp did not feel
that there was any benefit in returning this to Committee.
Ron Houck then withdrew his motion to return this Docket to Committee.
Rick Sharp moved for the approval of Docket No. 78-99 ADLS Amend., 12400 North
Old Meridian Street LLC. APPROVED 13 in favor, Leo Dierckman opposed.
Rick Sharp asked the Department about the holdup on the Meijer project. It was Mike
Hollibaugh's feeling that there was no huge issue, it is just a matter of doing the same due
diligence as is done on all other projects. Meijer has not been treated any differently.
There were further comments by Steve Engelking; Meijer will have a review letter
probably within one week.
Nonna Meighen asked if any procedure had changed because the petitioners were not
showing samples of building materials and paint palettes. Terry Jones stated that there
was never really a requirement, but it was the petitioner's choice to put their best foot
forward and bring in samples for informational purposes. If the Commission would like
to see this type of submission, the Rules of Procedure should reflect that requirement.
lohn Molitor made comments to the Commission regarding the Overlay Zone Ordinance
and to what extent the Commission would be allowed to grant waivers of those standards.
Under the ROSO, the Commission can waive numerical standards up to 35% when
considering a ROSO project. The Max & Erma's project was almost a 50% waiver of our
Developmental Standards for a 15,000 square foot building. The Council may not be
comfortable allowing the Commission the authority to grant waivers of 50%. The
petitioner also has the right to petition the BZA for a Variance from anything in the
Ordinance. The Commission can ask that the BZA decision be given prior to the public
hearing before the Plan Commission--this could be considered in a Rules of Procedure
change. This could be discussed at the next Executive Committee.
There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was
adjourned at 9:45 PM.
Ramona Hancock, Secretary
David A. Cremeans, President
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