David Weekley Homes proposes 72 townhomes for Avon site near Beechwood Center Drive

The Avon Town Council convened on April 10, 2025, to discuss several key agenda items, primarily focusing on a proposed development project and updates to the town's comprehensive plan.

The meeting began with a presentation regarding a site located off Beechwood Center Drive, which has been identified in the 2017 comprehensive plan as suitable for innovation and healthcare development. However, due to its lack of visibility and commercial viability, the site has remained undeveloped. The updated 2025 comprehensive plan now designates the area for multifamily use, which is seen as a more appropriate fit.

David Weekley Homes presented a proposal for a townhome project consisting of 72 units, featuring both front-loaded and alley-loaded designs. The development aims to provide a transition buffer between the commercial area to the south and the single-family residential area to the north. The project includes plans for public road access and a private alley maintained by a homeowners association.

Council members raised questions regarding the maintenance of the private alley, emergency access, and the project's compliance with zoning requirements. The developers confirmed that the alley would be the responsibility of the homeowners association, while public roads would be maintained by the town.

Additionally, the council discussed the importance of community engagement, noting that a neighborhood meeting was scheduled to gather feedback from local residents. Concerns were previously expressed by residents regarding rental properties in the area, which the developers clarified would not be the case for this project, as the townhomes are intended for owner occupancy.

The meeting concluded with the council considering the proposal for introduction, with plans for further discussions and community input in the coming weeks. The next neighborhood meeting is set for Monday at the Washington Township Library, where residents are encouraged to voice their opinions on the development.