Anti-monotony standard for subdivisions
Summary
The board began discussing Martinsville's residential zones and subdivision rules to see if changes are needed to encourage more housing. Commissioners agreed to study Chapter 14 of the zoning code and resume the conversation in November.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 27, 2026.
Impact analysis
None directly assessed at this meeting.
Residents and developers looking for clearer guidelines on residential subdivision development.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Zoning and Appeals - Oct 27, 2026
The board began discussing Martinsville's residential zones and subdivision rules to see if changes are needed to encourage more housing. Commissioners agreed to study Chapter 14 of the zoning code and resume the conversation in November.
Planning Commission - Aug 25, 2026
Commissioners revisited the anti-monotony standard adopted last month for the Maple Hills ordinance, which stops developers from building identical house fronts side by side. About half of Indiana communities use similar standards.
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