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The vote on the text amendment included two conditions that the applicant agreed to: that no backlit signage face the adjacent Walker Farms single‑family neighborhood to the west, and that the petitioner’s handout showing the location and footprint of the proposed retail space be included as part of the recommendation to Town Council. Commissioners then approved the primary plat and the concept plan on separate motions.

Why it matters: Mills on Main would add a large apartment complex and new curb cut and right‑of‑way connection (the extension of Indigo Blue Boulevard) on South Main Street. The project is a notable change in land use and circulation for that corridor and includes a small amount of street‑front retail intended to activate the Main Street frontage.

Developer and design team representatives described the project and the requested text change. Chad Mays, a representative of Kimley‑Horn Associates, said the 15.59‑acre site would contain 17 buildings: ten three‑story apartment buildings, one one‑story amenity building, and six one‑story garage buildings. He told commissioners that 0.69 acres would be dedicated as public right of way for the Indigo Blue Boulevard extension.

Bridal Majev, vice president of development for Brown Capital Group, told the commission, “we are amenable to that. We will avoid any backlit signage that will face those homes to avoid any sort of light pollution.” Majev also stated, “these are market made apartments. There's no affordable component to them. These are purely set by the free market.” He said the retail footprint is small by design and that the developer expects roughly 2,700 square feet would be available for a single tenant if filled.

Staff advised the commission that the request being considered at this hearing was a text amendment to the Bridal Oaks PUD to authorize residential above first‑floor retail in the identified area; staff recommended approval. Commissioners asked clarifying questions about the extent of the retail (staff and the petitioner confirmed the retail is limited to the northern section of Building A and is roughly 2,700 square feet), how Indigo Blue Boulevard will be constructed and dedicated, and how parking and prohibited uses will be managed. Staff noted that the PUD already lists excluded uses and that the mixed‑use commitment being approved applies to the specific area identified in the Bridal Oaks PUD.

Commissioners discussed whether the amendment could unintentionally allow residents to operate businesses from their units; the developer said residential leases would be written to prevent that. Commissioners also asked that the petitioner consider adding a clear commitment in the PUD language or the council packet to limit mixed‑use only to the area and footprint provided in the petitioner’s exhibit; the motion that passed included the petitioner’s handout as a commitment.

The commission approved the primary plat to combine two lots into one for the overall Mills on Main development and later voted to approve the concept plan, which showed the site layout, curb cuts off the future Indigo Blue extension, and architectural elevations for four building types.

What’s next: The text amendment will be forwarded to the Town Council with the commission’s favorable recommendation and the two conditions. The primary plat and concept plan approvals allow the developer to proceed to later steps (development plan and construction permitting) where final engineering, phasing and design details will be reviewed.

Commissioners and staff noted remaining items that will be addressed later in plan review, including the final phasing of Indigo Blue Boulevard, clarifying whether the boulevard name will remain, and coordination with the adjacent single‑family developer who will construct a portion of the road.

Ending: The commission’s approvals were unanimous. The petitioner said it will continue coordinating with staff and area stakeholders as it moves to subsequent approvals.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","05-12-2025 PLAN COMMISSION MEETING","oneSentenceSummary","The Whitestown Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a text amendment to the Bridal Oaks PUD and to approve the Mills on Main primary plat and concept plan, a mixed‑use development that would place retail on the first floor of one building and 262 apartments above and behind it.","taxTitle","Town of Whitestown, Boone County, Indiana","taxId",52319,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":79,"_47":80,"_49":81,"_51":82,"_53":83,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":84,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":85,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6060284,"Staff previews UDO updates on parking and definitions; commission asked to review",0,4308000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3293046-b00b4ff7619f3bde37e44412d6fb86e0&start=4308&end=4308","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3293046-b00b4ff7619f3bde37e44412d6fb86e0/thumbnail_4308000.jpg","/articles/6060284/Town-of-Whitestown/Boone-County/Indiana/Staff-previews-UDO-updates-on-parking-and-definitions-commission-asked-to-review","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6060284-353ae0c70cb7566ac7d2ec5e535c55ca/orig.mp4?Expires=1770707535&Signature=j236tEZnNBNea8a4tGqyqecclvD5mJvpAB2V14WkLMMVtVJf-AY9Av~OqRskhL1c21R7XNOKR0nurcnF~trF7AUnnKwQhQG7PO-2PnJP285JbuXn4Wj2FWDrw38kgCxgp8gywh5yl9pKgD1WB8fg28I8QPeWTtOQ5C1SSN~fC8Rk6itU2da~EuRaQ4kGJzZaIHEJMomzsiAI1z7KUpT8so~C29qB03hn~iLFKLL8TAS6ObrJ3TjpBYEdvuXlHAdb8k1Gt6GcffOt4YeEBMWFs7RvWoK~9myzJHJtaA6lxM2BS-9sc0hs~MOsCRbJLyErWvOTWeCeMtYUMKfL1tkqlg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Planning staff presented draft updates to the Town of Whitestown Unified Development Ordinance that would clarify parking requirements, landscaping associated with expanded parking, and add or refine definitions in Chapter 12. The commission was asked to review the drafts and return comments for eventual formal action.

Why it matters: The UDO defines development standards across Whitestown. Changes to parking requirements or definitions that affect mixed‑use projects would be applied townwide once adopted.

Staff said initial work focuses on defining business types, better aligning parking standards with use types, and adding definitions in Chapter 12 to reduce ambiguity. Staff also noted a separate but related topic — how mixed‑use (first‑floor retail with residential above) is treated in the UDO — is not yet standardized and is one reason Mills on Main required a PUD text amendment. Commissioners suggested adding a formal mixed‑use definition to the UDO so future petitions are more consistent.

No vote was taken; staff asked commissioners to review posted drafts and indicated they will return with formal ordinance changes at a later meeting. Staff said legal review will be included for any UDO amendments prior to adoption.

Ending: Staff will circulate the draft UDO updates for commissioner review and return with a formal package for action at a future meeting.","Planning staff presented proposed updates to the Unified Development Ordinance addressing parking standards, landscaping requirements and Chapter 12 definitions. The commission was asked to review drafts; no formal action was taken.",{"_33":87,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":88,"_41":89,"_43":90,"_45":91,"_47":92,"_49":93,"_51":94,"_53":95,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":96,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":97,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6060289,"Commission approves Hockett Real Estate primary plat for two‑lot subdivision for auto dealerships",250,229000,479000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3293046-b00b4ff7619f3bde37e44412d6fb86e0&start=229&end=479","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3293046-b00b4ff7619f3bde37e44412d6fb86e0/thumbnail_229000.jpg","/articles/6060289/Town-of-Whitestown/Boone-County/Indiana/Commission-approves-Hockett-Real-Estate-primary-plat-for-twolot-subdivision-for-auto-dealerships","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6060289-637ddfaf1f5cc891f1537d882d2b9c85/orig.mp4?Expires=1770707535&Signature=lO8-otDqCEsyps4l2zZB-Duh8vrtltaXOkp7YVa~GNGAcwXugj~-n5X21ExbMdr26zYO8Q6w5WZ4urqZ2PQlQYoDV4JvUVtMoFS0ZplY6QIVfIiABiiWb8r9ae2oMyzhwrqrN~0qUeI8LzJwNTRpprI-QJwIwAVESBx4SOMOQ6666BN3eNPNjJMnq3KOWehvo5RNid2gOd8GlNyh-FwWpy4HMDEA5nM0TRPhOTKvAHAIHISxQPTAwLa4fBTJf5MV04LeHVLu6rtIDjsA0oLcJlno6tJ7v9bGAMi06IBQKi~WPXP9Uqw5NN9dys6YBbAlJsMWThvIEuHd8vFkHTv1ZA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Whitestown Planning Commission approved the Danny Hockett primary plat, a two‑lot subdivision that prepares the southern half of the Hockett property for dealership development by Ray Skillman Auto Group and a Hyundai dealer.

Why it matters: The approved primary plat subdivides roughly 16.79 acres for two auto sales sites, dedicates Ray Skillman Way along the north perimeter and designates the detention pond as Common Area A to serve both lots. The plat approval clears the way for the applicants to proceed with site and development plan permitting.

Adam DeHart, project manager with Keeler Webb Associates, described the plat and noted a minor revision requested by staff to renumber lots and relabel the detention pond as Common Area A. \"This is a 2 lot subdivision with Ray Skillman Way right away along the north perimeter of it that'll be dedicated right away,\" DeHart said. He said Skillman Auto Group took purchase of the southern half and that the detention pond would serve both the Kia and Hyundai lots.

Planning staff told the commission the primary plat covers roughly 34.51 acres in total (the full Hockett tract) and that the applicant intended to subdivide two lots for Hyundai and Skillman while leaving the remainder with the ability to subdivide up to six additional parcels later. Staff recommended approval.

No members of the public spoke on the item. Following a motion and second, the commission approved the primary plat by voice vote.

Ending: The approval allows the applicant to file development plans and proceed toward constructing the dealership sites, with the detention pond and dedicated right of way recorded as part of the plat.","The commission approved a primary plat that subdivides roughly the southern half of the Hockett property into two lots for auto dealerships (Hyundai and Kia/Skillman) and designates a detention pond as common area; staff recommended approval and the applicant reported minor plat renumbering requested by staff.",{"_33":99,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":100,"_41":101,"_43":102,"_45":103,"_47":104,"_49":105,"_51":106,"_53":107,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":108,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":109,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6060294,"Planning commission approves five‑story, 36‑room TownePlace Suites development plan",329,504000,833000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3293046-b00b4ff7619f3bde37e44412d6fb86e0&start=504&end=833","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3293046-b00b4ff7619f3bde37e44412d6fb86e0/thumbnail_504000.jpg","/articles/6060294/Town-of-Whitestown/Boone-County/Indiana/Planning-commission-approves-fivestory-36room-TownePlace-Suites-development-plan","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6060294-e3e918bc165808126f5129136ff8fcf6/orig.mp4?Expires=1770707535&Signature=UGkg5QuTE0XRJ7GwILchpnrkwYKqZbLEmlol7jKR6Dl~-JVdUbJ1MEH0Idm7~OoNq7KAHGkBYau16iLrVGNavYHq6hPuW2H3pTyyVbcijBw4lN0bke1Z808qJsERnXZy5pQLpNDXlBvxFEP5Nob6REHg1H~16BePM0ozHzLO~TnSog6onnBSmDN2GTVbZyaQ0sHU9osSdAXe3z0luWfrf6~nCEf1Y-UfccJDpMb-uw4lJzp4BzE1q8uwrpLiS6nYwDjb61vgGSKoMTMvpLmASn0wCh61MEAEdUCjLAyKCOjQXxmUNiwSARZdcA7MaEfau0jtSqc13WshDHeE4bn5cg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Whitestown Planning Commission approved a development plan for a five‑story, 36‑room dual‑brand TownePlace Suites/SpringHill Suites hotel on a 3.23‑acre lot created by a recently approved plat.

Why it matters: The project adds a mid‑rise hotel to the Perry‑White area near Juniors Way and will require building permits and final engineering after development‑plan approval. The Board of Zoning Appeals previously granted a variance for the five‑story height.

Rusty Spires, representing Spires Engineers and Jai Preet Investments, described the site and building program and said the project had “been working with your staff. They've been very helpful” and that staff’s comments were minor. Spires said the dual‑brand property will share some back‑of‑house elements and amenities while maintaining separate room types and branding. He said, “This will share the pool, I think at the desk and the kitchens and the dining room, but then there's 2 distinct sides where you have 2 different types of of rooms.”

Planning staff reviewed the project, noted that the amended primary plat and concept plan had been approved earlier, and that the Board of Zoning Appeals had approved the requested height variance. Staff recommended approval of the development plan.

No members of the public signed up to speak on the item. After a brief discussion the commission voted to approve the development plan based on the staff report, staff recommendations and the submitted findings of fact.

Ending: The petitioner said it will proceed with final engineering and permitting. The commission’s approval follows the BZA height variance and primary‑plat approvals and clears the way for building permits and site work to proceed.","The commission approved a development plan for a five‑story, 36‑room dual‑brand TownePlace/SpringHill Suites (Marriott) on a 3.23‑acre corner lot. The Board of Zoning Appeals had previously granted a height variance for the five stories; staff recommended approval and the commission voted in favor.",{"_33":111,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":112,"_41":78,"_43":113,"_45":113,"_47":114,"_49":115,"_51":116,"_53":117,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":118,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":119,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6060299,"Planning commission approves Cardinal Estates primary plat after public questions on Wolf Road, drainage and traffic",4467000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3293046-b00b4ff7619f3bde37e44412d6fb86e0&start=4467&end=4467","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3293046-b00b4ff7619f3bde37e44412d6fb86e0/thumbnail_4467000.jpg","/articles/6060299/Town-of-Whitestown/Boone-County/Indiana/Planning-commission-approves-Cardinal-Estates-primary-plat-after-public-questions-on-Wolf-Road-drainage-and-traffic","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6060299-73fc559f36b66a819afb34110cafce4a/orig.mp4?Expires=1770707535&Signature=nhS3IoR2B4gOSwzCsauFTBvVWvP~~MMCzvx43JmayscoQew0Low-nJhi67RYLifvvzBcxHplSLQ~mF92OpX0WTipnX0cp8I0fVmv7sFbuOYuIYHGaO57nSAjtRqbp4SW5S2cyoddnZRpxqMQKOmzmIDcFDvCChZpKYm8jzjj8oO8jeVF2UNLftGdFxF7Fqu1lQ8EyF384TLYqz48Ts6YRiOZOToZf2VtX-VLoNFKF4yGD5qABKlswFHNhlk6328cHdUQLSZZ-PMnAEsee4OaIDk64tdod6WUkoEkYwaDjVn~bHZ2MrqWvg098pyhsvdcHHzcfo02Lg4cb9JKxt4tIw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Whitestown Planning Commission approved the primary plat for Cardinal Estates, a Lennar‑built subdivision that would create 336 home sites on roughly 170 acres and preserve about 63 acres of common area. The decision followed a public hearing in which nearby residents raised questions about traffic on County Road 750 South, the Wolf Road realignment and the potential for increased stormwater runoff.

Why it matters: Cardinal Estates is a large single‑family subdivision adjacent to existing neighborhoods and local roads; the plan commission’s approval advances the project to secondary plat and construction‑plan review, where detailed engineering and stormwater mitigation will be required.

Lennar Homes representative Sean Blackburn summarized the project and confirmed the plat conforms to the earlier zoning approvals. He told the commission the project totals 336 lots, which is 20 fewer than a previously committed cap of 356 lots. He said Wolf Road will be improved and widened as part of the development, and the developer will dedicate right of way to meet the Town’s thoroughfare plan.

Multiple residents spoke during the public hearing. Michelle Melton, a nearby resident, asked whether Wolf Road would remain a public road and whether existing local cut‑through trips would be restricted; Blackburn confirmed Wolf Road will remain public and will be widened and improved so local access is retained. Kevin Russell of Eagles Nest said County Road 750 South will receive hundreds of additional daily trips and urged the town to coordinate repairs and widening to accommodate the new traffic. Russell said 750 “cannot handle” the added load and urged concurrent upgrades.

Another neighbor, Chris Poor, raised stormwater concerns and said portions of the property have historically poor drainage. Poor told commissioners that an existing gas‑line easement and low‑lying ground have prevented tile repairs in the past and asked how runoff from the new development would be handled. Planning staff and the developer said the plans have multiple basins and detention ponds and that Boone County stormwater review and the county drainage ordinance require the project to contain stormwater on site; if a gravity outlet is not available the developer would need to revise designs to meet ordinance requirements.

Staff noted there will be no direct driveways onto the reconstructed Wolf Road and confirmed that road design and access were discussed at length in prior hearings. Commissioners also asked whether the existing Wolf Road would be closed during construction; the developer said the plan is to keep the existing road open while the new alignment is built and then retire the old alignment once the new road is operational.

What’s next: The project advances to secondary plat and construction plan review; the developer said it hopes to break ground before the end of the year and that Arbor Homes (an adjacent developer) is working on a portion of Indigo Blue Boulevard the subdivision will tie into. Boone County will complete a formal review of stormwater engineering and may require changes to address the low‑lying portions and existing drainage constraints.

Ending: The commission approved the primary plat by voice vote. Commissioners and staff emphasized that roadway improvements, stormwater engineering and final construction plans will be reviewed before building permits are issued.","The commission approved a primary plat for Cardinal Estates (336 lots, roughly 70 acres) after residents raised concerns about traffic on County Road 750 South, Wolf Road realignment and stormwater drainage. Developer and staff said Wolf Road will remain public and be widened; stormwater plans will be reviewed by Boone County and must meet the\n","actionData","errors"]

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