Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Carmel public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
24 issues in development with medium priority
Catalyst Healthcare rehab and therapy facility
A new two-story, 42-bed rehab facility at 13400 Illinois Street got approved after the developer redesigned the building to better match the PUD. A flat-roof variance was granted because a pitched roof would have pushed the peak to roughly 60 feet.
LEVEL5 Bank Site Plan and Design Approval
A new one-story bank with drive-up teller machines is planned on Michigan Road near Target. Staff and commissioners want the building's height and roof design improved to meet the Michigan Road overlay standards before it moves forward.
Rangeline Road preservation plan
The commission was scheduled to continue discussing its preservation plan for the Rangeline Road corridor. That corridor has seen significant redevelopment, and preservation planning can shape what older structures survive future growth.
Redevelopment Project Progress
The Redevelopment Commission reported major momentum: a major office tenant opened, every Monon Square North building is under construction, Presidium 3 is being redesigned, and the for-sale Third Avenue Residences cleared Plan Commission and BZA.
Old Town Rangeline Road office building setback
A new office building is proposed in the Old Town Overlay on Rangeline Road, adding to commercial development along the corridor.
Easement and Public Way Vacations
Several petitions were on the agenda to vacate portions of public ways and easements, including land near S. Rangeline Road filed by Carmel Midtown CDC and a drainage/utility easement between Laurel Ridge properties at the request of Victoria Edwards.
Leppert Mortuaries expansion
Leppert Mortuary wants to expand its building at 900 N Rangeline Road with site improvements, requiring both a development plan amendment and design approval amendment.
Stella House Books & Cafe rebuild at 31 S. Rangeline Road
The bookstore and coffee shop at 31 S. Rangeline Rd. wants to tear down its existing building and rebuild. The plan came back to the full commission for more discussion after a June 2 committee meeting.
Withdrawn 4-unit dwelling on Cornell Avenue
A developer sought a use variance to build a 4-unit dwelling on a small Cornell Avenue lot, plus five related variances — but the whole package was withdrawn before the hearing. Whether it returns later is unknown.
Sale of the Signature development
The commission was scheduled to sign off on an estoppel certificate tied to the sale of the Signature development — a standard step buyers require before closing on a property deal. It's the kind of document that locks in exactly what the redevelopment body owes and expects as ownership changes hands.
Stella House Books & Cafe rebuild
The bookstore and coffee shop at 31 S. Rangeline Rd. wants to tear down its existing building and rebuild. The plan came back to the full commission for more discussion after a June 2 committee meeting.
Six-unit townhome development on Jessup Blvd.
A developer is proposing six townhomes on two vacant R3-zoned parcels, requiring a use variance for multi-family housing plus variances on lot coverage, side yards, density, floor area, and landscaping.
Restoracy of Carmel PUD
The Restoracy senior care expansion — a PUD amendment, rezone, development plan, and design approval — was listed as tabled to May 19, so no hearing was expected on it this meeting.
Rental Dwelling Registration Program Changes
A proposed ordinance would amend the city code requirements for the residential rental dwelling registration and permit program.
Rehabilitation facility hours of operation
A new 42-bed rehab and therapy facility at 13400 Illinois Street wants expanded operating hours beyond the PUD's current restrictions.
Icon on Main Secondary Plat
A secondary plat request for the Icon on Main development at 1025 W Main Street, moving the project forward through the subdivision process.
Eyas Nest Minor Subdivision at 1414 E 116th Street
The Eyas Nest minor subdivision asked for a waiver from dedicating right-of-way to connect two existing stub streets at 1414 E 116th St. No outcome is recorded.
Restoracy of Carmel senior care expansion
The Restoracy senior living campus wants to expand, rezone 1.8 acres at 240 E. City Center Drive from residential to PUD, and add facilities. Its development plan was tabled to February 17, but the rezone was set for action.
Illinois Street Townhomes PUD
Pulte Homes wants to rezone land at 220 W. 106th Street for a 27-townhome neighborhood in the Meridian Corridor. It went to committee and came back with no recommendation, so the full commission's take was set to matter.
Green House Cottages PUD amendment
An amendment to the Green House Cottages PUD — the same campus tied to the Restoracy senior care expansion — was up for action with a positive committee recommendation.
Illinois Street Townhomes PUD rezone (27 units)
A proposal to rezone land from the Meridian Corridor district to a PUD that would allow a neighborhood of for-sale townhomes. First reading only — the final decision comes later.
Demolition delay for 1013 Auman Drive West
A demolition delay request for a house at 1013 Auman Drive West was on the commission's agenda as new business. Such delays give preservation officials and neighbors time to explore alternatives before a historic or older home comes down.
Bike parking adequacy in new multifamily projects
The hearing officer flagged a recurring problem: long-term bike parking gets tucked into inconvenient corners of garages, and projects underestimate demand. She required the developer to work with the city's active transportation planner on better placement.
Shake Shack and Cava restaurants at Clay Terrace
A vacated restaurant building at Clay Terrace could be remodeled to house two new restaurant tenants, Shake Shack and Cava. The plan needs design approval from the Plan Commission before the project can move forward.