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City of Carmel
CARMEL/CLAY PLAN COMMISSION
SPECIAL STUDIES COMMITTEE
JANUARY 7, 2003
MINUTES
The regularly scheduled meeting of the Special Study Committee met at 7:00 PM in the Caucus
Rooms of City Hall on January 7, 2003.
Committee members in attendance were: Jerry Chomanczuk; Leo Dierckman, Chairperson; Nick
Kestner; Dianna Knoll; Pat Rice; Paul Spranger, (late arrival); and Wayne Wilson.
Laurence Lillig was in attendance representing the Department of Community Services as well as
Adrienne Keeling, Code Enforcement Officer.
1. Docket No. 141-02 ADLS Amend; Fountains Plaza – 500 East Carmel Drive
Petitioner seeks amended Architectural Design, Lighting, Landscaping & Signage approval
to install a new ground sign, landscaping islands and lighting standards. The site is located
at 500 East Carmel Drive. The site is zoned B-8 Business.
Filed by Brad Barnes of Barnes Investment Company.
TABLED
by the Committee (Petitioner failed to appear)
2. Docket No. 156-02 ADLS Amend; Marsh Village Pantry #496
Petitioner seeks amended Architectural Design, Lighting, Landscaping & Signage approval
to modify building and canopy exteriors. The site is located at 9601 North College Avenue.
The site is zoned B-3 Business.
Filed by David Olson of Village Pantry, LLC.
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at the request of the Petitioner
3. Docket No. 140-02 DP Amend/ADLS Amend; Motorcycles of Indianapolis
The applicant seeks Amended Development Plan and ADLS approval to construct building
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additions. The site is located at 4146 East 96 Street. The site is zoned B-3 (Business).
Filed by Bill Keller of KES Consultants, Inc. for Motorcycles of Indianapolis.
Bill Keller of KES Consultants appeared before the Committee representing the applicant. Also
present was Russ Dellen, 10743 Royal Drive, Carmel, owner of Motorcycles of Indianapolis.
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One of the issues to be resolved is the landscape plan for the overall site. A landscape architect from
Eagle Creek Nursery visited the site and has made certain changes in the landscape plan,
incorporating the existing and adding new plantings. Blue Spruce, smaller shrubs, and new
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flowerbeds will be added around the sides of the building and along 96 Street to the corner of the
property.
New elevations were distributed showing the building from the front, the office addition, and the
planting beds. Planters have been added to the front of the building.
Laurence Lillig commented on behalf of the Department. The revised landscape plan should be filed
with the Department in duplicate, one to Scott Brewer, Urban Forester. The committee raised two
concerns last month, the first of which is overnight, outdoor storage.
Russ Dellen said the arch/canopy is for protection in inclement weather or extreme heat; no
motorcycles will be stored there. The objective is to “freshen” the building and give it a new look.
The addition will be an office for corporate staff. There will absolutely be no outside storage;
everything will be stored under cover at night.
Laurence Lillig further commented that another item of concern was the office addition—it needs
to be better integrated into the existing store.
Mr. Keller responded the objective was to provide a more monumental effect at the front of the
building through the expansion of the landscaping. The building is pretty rectangular and there is
not a lot that can be done with that. The aesthetics are being addressed with landscaping in an effort
to change the appearance and soften the overall look of the building.
In regard to the ground sign, the Department recommends this be better incorporated into the
design of the building. The applicant should also apply for a Sign Permit.
Russ Dellen said the ground sign eliminated Kawasaki and Suzuki, since they no longer had those
franchises, and Harley-Davidson was added. The applicant will apply for a sign permit.
Laurence Lillig said the Department is questioning the trailers that are frequently parked to the front
of the building. The trailer/s can be stored on site—behind the building, not out front of the
building.
Mr. Dellen responded there is only one trailer and generally, it is parked behind the dealership. It is
used to pick up vehicles and transport them to shows or to the Indy 500. Mr. Dellen said the
motorcycles are taken out for demonstration purposes, but are not outside for display. The bikes
that are left for service are dropped off under the canopy, and then moved to the service department.
Pat Rice was concerned with the look of the metal posts protruding from the brick pillars and the
overall look of the curved canopy and support pillars. There is something about the metal post
sticking up out of the brick and the metal canopy looks like a carport.
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Mr. Dellen said they would bring the brick all the way up. The building is masonry block, but has
the appearance of brick.
Leo Dierckman disagreed and thought the curved canopy and rounded posts made for a much more
attractive, more modern look.
Nick Kestner questioned the lighting.
Mr. Keller responded they are not changing the exterior lighting; however there is existing lighting
under the canopies at present that are surface mounted to the soffit.
The Committee requested recessed lighting under the canopy.
Jerry Chomanczuk said the current revision is a vast improvement over the prior rendition. The
brick wrap-around columns are OK, and the poles add contrast. The landscape is good in front of
the building. Of prime concern is whether or not the applicant sticks to their verbal commitment and
does not display the motorcycles at the front of the building.
Docket No. 140-02 DP
Wayne Wilson moved to recommend approval to the full Commission of
Amendment/ADLS Amend, Motorcycles of Indianapolis
, subject to landscape approval,
appropriate sign permit, and recessed lighting on the canopies. The motion was seconded by Dianna
Knoll and approved 6-0.
4. Docket No. 157-02 DP Amend/ADLS; Hamilton Crossing Building #6
The applicant seeks amended development plan and ADLS approval to construct an office
building.The site is generally located on the south side of 131st Street between U.S.
Highway 31 and Meridian Corners Blvd.
Filed by Blair D. Carmosino of Duke Realty Corporation.
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Blair Carmosino of Duke Realty Corporation, 600 East 96 Street, Carmel appeared before the
Committee representing the applicant. Also in attendance: Jennifer Burke, Senior Vice President
of Indiana Office Group, Alan Tucker of CSO Architects, Larry Longman, Pre-Construction
Group, and Steve Granner of Bose McKinney & Evans.
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The applicant is seeking approval to construct an office building located at the south side of 131
Street between US Highway 31 and Meridian Corners Boulevard. This is the last building within
the Hamilton Crossing Development located at the north end of the development. The site is 10.002
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acres with frontage on Meridian Corners Boulevard to the west, and 131 Street to the north.
The project consists of a 5-story office building and a grade plus 2 parking structure. The 180,000
square foot office building is located toward the Meridian corridor frontage, with the parking garage
behind it. There are some technical issues dealing with setbacks that necessitate three variances, and
the applicant will be going before the Board of Zoning Appeals in January.
The variances are related to the geometry of the 20-foot build-to line of Meridian Corners, the
90-foot build-to line of U.S. 31, and the placement of the garage. All vehicular access to this
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building will be off of Hamilton Crossing Boulevard, a private roadway traversing through the
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development. Hamilton Crossing Boulevard connects Meridian Corners down to 126 Street.
The boundaries of the property respect the reservation of right-of-way.
The loading facilities for the site are located on the north end and similar to the Parkwood 6
integrated facility with the surrounded structure. The loading facility has a scissors-lift that recesses
into the ground and flush when not in use. The west elevation shows the dumpster located on the
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north end of the building, fronting 131 Street. The building is oriented with the longest dimension
paralleling US 31 in order to give the building more presence on the US 31 corridor.
The garage structure will be at grade level plus two. There will also be surface parking. The garage
structure will have a top of wall approximately 24 feet high with a stair tower extending about 8 feet
beyond. The top level of parking will be approximately 21 feet; there will be a 3-foot knee-wall
extending above the surface. The ramps for the garage are at the front of the building and this
eliminates any angular facades of the building. Unlike other garages seen from 465, the ramps are
internal and therefore not at an angle.
The landscape plan is similar to Hamilton Crossing #5 in phasing. The heavy row of evergreens will
be phased in as phase II, and will provide the best screening possible for the dumpster. This will be
installed with the initial construction of the building.
The landscaping plan has been re-vamped most drastically on the west side. In discussions with the
neighbors, a treatment has been added that was used in Parkwood East, West, and Parkwood
Crossing. The spacing and tree sizes, everything is the same—the only difference is in the amount
of area to get the mounds up as high as possible. The petitioner has committed to the area residents
that the mounds will be at least 2 to 4 feet—more if at all possible.
The Lighting Plan has been revised due to negotiations with the neighbors. The parking garage will
have full-mounted lights with the height of the light poles being limited to 15 feet. The poles in the
parking lot extend to 25 feet. The petitioner has elected to shield the light source as best they can
in the areas that need security at night. On the western-most side of the garage, the visibility of the
light source has been limited down to about the center of the mound. There are also wall-mounted
lights 15 feet high. Initially, there are 4 wall-mounted lights on the west side of the garage.
The adjacent residents suggested, and the petitioner has agreed, to eliminate the wall-mounted lights
and install pole lights on the west side of the parking lot. This issue is still open. The view of the
light source would tail-off somewhere in the middle of Meridian Corners Blvd.
The rear yard fence on the west side of Meridian Corners Blvd. is 6 feet high, not 8 feet as depicted,
and anything below the fence is not going to be visible from the back of the lower elevation of the
houses. Sight-line “B” from the second floor of the adjacent homes goes directly into the top of the
garage. The fence is doing the best justice possible for the neighbors.
Other issues to be addressed that related to the garage were the noise, and the glow. The screeching
of tires and loud noises from garages is due predominately to the smooth finish in the floor. Duke
Realty has recently installed “broom finish” floors on other garages, and the screeching effect has
been eliminated. Honking will still be heard, and potential sources of noise will be closer to the
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homes at Meridian Corners. The lighting issue or glow from the garage is no more intense than the
lights at the front of the buildings. In some cases, you cannot even pick out the garage.
After studying cut-sheets on screening material for the garage, Duke has elected not to include any
screening material on the areas where the garage is located. As the sight line shows, the internal
lights have been recessed. The glow is no more apparent than if there were building lights or pole
mounted lights.
Adjacent Neighbors
Gentleman: Main issues are lighting and noise from the garage, and loss of privacy for those homes
adjacent to the parking garage. The parking garage is much closer to the homes than the office
building. Neighbors request screening of the light source at the top of the garage, and the garage
structure.
Lady: Concerned with light source at the top of the parking garage that would illuminate her home,
would necessitate “blackout shades,” and result in loss of privacy.
Blair Carmosino responded that Duke is willing to install additional trees, Norway Spruce and
Green Spruce, (planting height, 8-10 feet) and remove the wall packs from the outside of the
building that shine into the adjacent neighborhood.
Department Comments, Laurence Lillig. The lighting cut-sheets show convex lenses and the
problem is glare—there is much less glare with a flat lens. Therefore, the Department is
recommending the petitioner use flat lens. Globes could be used on the lamps inside the garage to
control the light. Some type of architectural shielding might be considered along the sides of the
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garage. The right-of-way issue along 131 Street and Meridian Corners Boulevard needs to be
resolved prior to the Committee returning this item to the full Commission.
Blair Carmosino responded that a letter was submitted to the City Engineer, copy to Jon
Dobosiewicz, regarding the right-of-way. It is not necessarily dealing with the reservation of the
ramp, but its auxillary rights-of way above and beyond what is already in place and in place on
Meridian Corners. The Thoroughfare Plan changed since the construction of Meridian Corners two
years ago. At that time, Duke built Meridian Corners Blvd. as committed for a 100-foot
right-of-way; the Thoroughfare Plan then changed to 120-foot right-of-way. Currently there is a
request to dedicate an additional 10 feet for this project. Duke’s opinion is that the road has
improved to full Thoroughfare standards. Duke is willing to dedicate the additional right-of-way
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on 131 and Meridian Corners to the City after detailed plans show that it is warranted.
Laurence Lillig suggested a written, recordable commitment be prepared by Duke and submitted to
the Department. The variance requests have been covered at this point. It would seem that at
present, the biggest concern with respect to the design centers around the lighting plan and some
provisions need to be made in that regard.
Paul Spranger said there should be NO wall packs on the building. Blair Carmosino explained the
surface lighting. Paul Spranger referred the petitioner to other projects in the area and the lighting
preferred by the Plan Commission.
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Blair Carmosino said he is concerned with the lighting on the garage. The ballards on the top of the
garage do not provide adequate coverage. Paul Spranger suggested limiting the number of poles
and look carefully at the heads on the fixtures—flat lens are preferred, custom shields, etc. in order
to adequately screen the lighting of the garage from the adjacent neighbors. Paul Spranger also
suggested screening the open areas of the garage and staying within the harmony of the architectural
design of the buildings. Blair Carmosino responded that the lighting and design is not that
offensive—there are two factors involved and that is the cost of the screening and keeping within
the design of the project. The petitioner complies with the foot-candle of the Ordinance.
of Docket No. 157-02 DP Amend/ADLS,
Wayne Wilson moved to recommend approval
Hamilton Crossing Building #6,
subject to: Resolution of 120 foot right-of-way, agreed by City
Engineer submitted in a recordable commitment; resolution of visible light source regarding the
shielding of light from neighbors, flat lens agreed. Architectural shielding of garage as per
recommendations of the Department and agreed to by petitioner—also a condition of approval. The
APPROVED
motion was seconded by Pat Rice and 6 in favor, one opposed (Dianna Knoll.)
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5. Docket No. 166-02 Z; Pennsylvania and 122 Street - Northeast Corner
The applicant seeks to rezone 28.378 acres zoned R-1 (Residential) and M-3
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(Manufacturing) to B-6 (Business). The site is located at the northeast corner of 122
Street and Pennsylvania Road.
Filed by Blair D. Carmosino of Duke Realty Corporation.
Note:
Leo Dierckman and Jerry Chomanczuk recused themselves regarding this item and were not
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present during discussion and voting
Blair Carmosino of Duke Realty appeared before the Committee representing the applicant. Also
present was Jennifer Burke, Senior Vice President of Indiana Office Group. In addition, Steve
Granner of Bose McKinney & Evans was in attendance.
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The applicant is seeking a rezone of 28.378 acres located at the northeast corner of 122 Street and
Pennsylvania Street. The ground is currently owned by a subsidiary of Conseco, Bankers National
Life. This project was reviewed by the Technical Advisory Committee; currently there are drainage
issues that are being resolved.
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The right-of-way for 122 Street has been dedicated but not recorded, contrary to the Department
report. The applicant has met with the City Engineer and confirmed that the dedication will be
recorded. Right-of-way for Pennsylvania has also been dedicated, with the exception of the 10- foot
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strip that extends 150 feet south of the round-about for Pennsylvania and the 126 Street extension.
In regard to the landscape plan, Blair reported that a tenant has not yet been committed, and the land
position will be in place so that market demands can be met. Any commitments made today prior
to or in conjunction with the roadway improvements, cannot be firm because of the unknown
timetable as far as construction.
Two conceptual plans were submitted to demonstrate how the property could be
developed—however, neither is realistic at this point. It is unsure what kind of market this property
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would meet. One plan entertains small office use, a user that wants to be near the Meridian corridor,
wants is own identity, 20-40,000 square foot building, free standing, smaller office building. The
other plan entertains a larger, 40,000 plus square foot building, 2-3 stories are both compatible with
uses in this zone.
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Laurence Lillig reported for the Department. The M-3 property on the northeast corner of 122
and Pennsylvania Street is part of the Carmel Science & Technology Park. Is the plan to amend the
primary plat for the Technology Park to bring in this other parcel? Blair Carmosino said they would
not be opposed to that, but that would have to be explored with the property owners. Laurence
further explained that the property that is already a part of the Technology Park is required to plat.
There are two options: either bring the property into the subdivision OR vacate out of the
subdivision. The Department would probably prefer that the property be brought into the
subdivision, but the petitioner must discuss with the property owner and make that determination.
The Department asked for a commitment to Development Plan Approval for this project. It is the
31 Overlay that requires a Development Plan; this would be a rare piece of B-6 zoned ground
outside the 31 Overlay—the B-6 itself does not have a Development Plan requirement. The ADLS
is a commitment that is attendant to the Carmel Science & Technology Park. Regardless whether
this ground is zoned B-6 or M-3, there is still the commitment that runs with the Technology Park
for ADLS approval. Laurence asked for a copy of the proposed rezone ordinance. It should be
noted that the City also anticipates eliminating the M-3 Zoning.
The petitioner is willing to commit to the ADLS but questioned the need for the Development Plan.
In fact, the petitioner must return to the Plan Commission with the ADLS, the DP can come
through simultaneously or with a different application at another time. Blair Carmosino commented
that the entity that owns the ground has no desire to develop it. B-6 allows some retail, light
industrial, could be varying extent on a case-by-case basis. B-6 would offer the most flexible zoning
that would work well with the existing use of the 31 Overlay, the Carmel Science and Technology
Park, and the potential conversion of the Old Meridian corridor.
Wayne Wilson moved to recommend approval, subject to the recording of right-of-way dedication.
The motion was seconded by Pat Rice and APPROVED 5 in favor, none opposed, Leo Dierckman
and Jerry Chomanczuk recused.
6. Docket No. 170-02 ADLS Amend; Carmel Foot & Ankle Center
Petitioner seeks amended Architectural Design, Lighting, Landscaping & Signage approval
to replace an existing ground sign. The site is located at 277 East Carmel Drive. The site
is zoned B-8 Business.
Filed by Sherry Marchbanks of A Sign by Design.
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Sherry Marchbanks, A Sign by Design, 5008 W. 96 Street, Indianapolis appeared before the
Committee representing the applicant. Permission is requested to replace an existing ground sign
and install additional tenant sign for existing signage.
Laurence Lillig noted that each tenant must be represented equally on the sign, and this design does
not accomplish that. The design also does not meet the Ordinance that requires each tenant to share
equally in the sign area in a multi-tenant building. In order to execute the proposed design, a
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variance from the BZA would be required.
Docket No. 170-02 ADLS Amend, Carmel Foot & Ankle
Paul Spranger moved to approve
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proposed signage while working within the existing sign cabinet, 3X10 feet, graphics to
include “Carmel Foot & Ankle” and the Carmel family practice, reduce the phone number size and
drop Brown & Co., LLC. The petitioner will also incorporate brick or stone around the landscaped
base, pending BZA approval. Carmel Foot & Ankle will be teal color and Dr. Tony will be in white
to distinguish the two (pending BZA approval). The motion was seconded by Pat Rice and
APPROVED
7-0.
7. Docket No. 176-02 ADLS Amend- Hamilton Crossing West, Buildings 3 & 4
Petitioner seeks amended Architectural Design, Lighting, Landscaping & Signage approval
of two ground signs and a wall sign. The site is located at 12800 & 12900 North Meridian
Street. The site is zoned B-2 Business.
Filed by Steven Granner of Bose McKinney & Evans for Baker Hill Corporation.
Steve Granner of Bose McKinney & Evans, Blair Carmosino of Duke Realty, and Jim Renshaw of
Baker Hill Corporation, appeared before the Committee representing the applicant.
Currently, Baker Hill is a tenant in Building 4. The petitioner is requesting approval to remove the
current sign and put up new sign on the east side. There is a slight change in logo and script. The
sign is consistent with previous ADLS approvals in 1999 for the existing wall sign facing west
towards the adjacent neighborhood.
In 1989, the Board of Zoning Appeals approved a sign package for Hamilton Crossing for the east
and west sides of the buildings. As a part of the signage on the west side, 4 types of signs were
allowed, including a building identification sign and a tenant sign. The ADLS petitions were
approved for two types of signs for buildings 3 and 4, but the tenant identification signs were
approved adjacent to the building.
At this time, the applicant is seeking to re-locate a tenant sign that is adjacent to the building and
move it adjacent to Meridian Corners Boulevard for Baker Hill and moving their identification from
the west façade of the building to the east façade. The tenant identification sign would be retained
that is consistent with what was previously approved.
Laurence Lillig stated that the signage appears to be consistent with the Variances approved by the
Board of Zoning Appeals in the past. Once the Special Study Committee has addressed its
concerns, the Department is recommending approval.
Steve Granner commented there are two signs: One for Baker Hill, Building 4; one for Building 3,
tenant to be announced.
of Docket No. 176-02 ADLS Amend, Hamilton Crossing
Dianna Knoll moved for approval
West, Buildings 3 & 4 .
as presentedThe motion was seconded by Jerry Chomanczuk and
APPROVED
7-0.
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8. Docket No. 179-02 ADLS Amend- Super Target
Petitioner seeks amended Architectural Design, Lighting, Landscaping & Signage approval
to replace a wall sign. The site is located at 10401 North Michigan Road. The site is zoned
B-3 Business and is within the US 421 Overlay Zone.
Filed by Bruce Maechtle of Poblocki & Sons, LLC for Target Corp.
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Bruce Maechtle of Poblocki & Sons, 922 South 70 Street, West Allis, Wisconsin appeared before
the Committee representing the applicant. The petitioner will be removing the existing sign and
replacing with a 64 square foot sign. The lettering is a metal “can” with aluminum red facing,
illuminated from behind. The script lettering will be in the existing style.
Laurence Lillig reported for the Department. The application needs a photograph of the existing
sign or a $90.00 inspection fee to be paid to the Department. The petitioner will submit a
photograph.
Docket 179-02 ADLS Amend, Super Target
Wayne Wilson moved for approval of . The motion
APPROVED
was seconded by Paul Spranger and 7-0.
9. Docket No. 180-02 ADLS Amend- Parkwood Crossing, Indiana Insurance
Petitioner seeks amended Architectural Design, Lighting, Landscaping & Signage approval
to replace a wall sign. The site is located at 350 East 96th Street. The site is zoned B-6
Business and is within the US 31 Overlay Zone.
Filed by Sherry Marchbanks of A Sign By Design for Indiana Insurance.
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Sherry Marchbanks, A Sign by Design, 5008 West 96 Street, Indianapolis appeared before the
Committee representing the applicant. The petitioner would like to update the existing wall sign and
has submitted a picture of the existing sign with the application. The proposed sign is back-lit, the
same color, and approximately 10 square feet larger than the existing sign. There is also a ground
sign at the front of the building.
Laurence Lillig stated that if Indiana Insurance is the only tenant, they are allowed more than 25%
sizing on the logo.
Docket No. 180-02 ADLS Amend, Parkwood Crossing,
Nick Kestner moved to approve
IndianaInsurance APPROVED
signage as submitted. The motion was seconded by Pat Rice and
7-0,
10. Docket No. 189-02 ADLS Amend- Shelbourne Estates Subdivision Sign
(formerly Claybourne)
Petitioner seeks amended Architectural Design, Lighting, Landscaping & Signage approval
to install a new subdivision sign. The site is located along West 131st Street, 1/4 mile west
of Shelbourne Road. The site is zoned S-1/Residence.
Filed by Chris Werth for Boomerang Development, LLC.
Chris Werth appeared before the Committee representing the applicant, Boomerang Development.
A change is being requested in the entry monument from that initially presented at the Primary Plat
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stage. The name of the Subdivision has changed and the product is different than originally planned.
Mr. Werth submitted an artist’s rendering showing brick fence with wrought iron and cast bronze
letters; landscape mounds will contain live flowers. The sign is 2 feet 4 inches by six feet 8 inches
or 15.5 square feet. According to the applicant, the logo is agreeable to Jon Dobosiewicz.
Laurence Lillig stated concern that in a case like this where there are flanking signs, the cumulative
or combined area of both signs goes toward the 15 square feet. In terms of the Shelbourne Estates
sign area this is OK, but under the Ordinance, the logos are considered to be signage and strictly
speaking, would constitute 7 signs on one side alone. However, Laurence said he would be guided
by Jon’s review of the signage.
Chris Werth asked about the street signs—Wayne Wilson directed the applicant to the Street
Department because the area will be annexed and once the property is within the City limits, the
street signs would not conform to City standards. The applicant will also need a “Consent to
Encroach” for the signs that are within the common areas/drainage & utility easement.
Docket 189-02 ADLS Amend, Shelbourne Estates Subdivision
Pat Rice moved for approval of
Sign (formerly Claybourne) as submitted.
The motion was seconded by Dianna Knoll and
APPROVED
7-0.
11. Docket No. 162-02 OA; 163-02 CPA
Amendment to the Carmel/Clay Zoning Ordinance - Agricultural District
Amendment to the Carmel/Clay Comprehensive Plan - Agricultural District
The petitioner seeks to add a new zoning district to the Zoning Ordinance.
Filed by the Department of Community Services.
Laurence Lillig reported for the Department of Community Services. The current proposal will add
“Agricultural District” to the Carmel Zoning Ordinance and adopt policies for Agricultural
Districts. The District will allow holders of larger properties, undeveloped areas, to rezone their
properties from low density residential areas to agricultural districts. The proposal would enable
property holders to take advantage of tax concessions currently being considered by the State
legislature. The proposal will not go forward to the Carmel City Council until such time as the State
Legislature has acted. This would be voluntary for the property owner and not initiated by the City.
This tool would be added to the Carmel Zoning Ordinance for those property owners who wish to
take advantage.
Docket Nos. 162-02 OA and 163-02 CPA
were tabled at the Committee level to coincide with
action by State Legislature.
12. Docket No. 150-02b OA;
Amendments to the Carmel/Clay Zoning Ordinance – Patch #4
The petitioner seeks to add new provisions to and make several corrective amendments to
the Zoning Ordinance.
Filed by the Department of Community Services.
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Tabled to February
There being no further business to come before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned at 9:55
PM.
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Leo Dierckman, Chairperson
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Ramona Hancock, Secretary
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