The Zionsville Plan Commission meeting held on September 15, 2025, focused on discussions regarding the inclusion of sidewalks in a proposed development. A key point of contention was whether sidewalks would be installed along public streets serving the development's southern lots.

During the meeting, a commission member raised concerns about the absence of sidewalks, questioning if they would be present on both public and private streets within the development. The response indicated that there would be no internal sidewalks, as the streets are classified as private and do not require sidewalks under current regulations.

Community member David Gangstad, a resident of Zionsville, voiced his support for a waiver that would allow the development to maintain its current, rural character without the addition of sidewalks. He expressed that the installation of sidewalks would detract from the country environment that residents value.

The discussion highlighted a divide between the desire for connectivity through sidewalks and the preference for preserving the area's natural aesthetic. The meeting concluded without a decision on the matter, leaving the future of sidewalk installation in the proposed development uncertain. Further discussions and evaluations by the planning commission are expected as they consider community feedback and regulatory requirements.