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Board approves variance allowing installed front‑yard fence at Hosbrook/Grove property after developer testimony
Summary
The board unanimously granted a variance for front‑yard fencing at properties on Hosbrook Street and Grove Avenue; petitioner argued the fence matches surrounding development and provides functional outdoor space, while staff raised TOD and sight‑triangle concerns and noted potential right‑of‑way encroachment issues.
The Metropolitan Board of Zoning Appeals Division 1 unanimously approved a variance permitting front‑yard fencing at properties associated with 1002 Hosbrook Street and 815 Grove Avenue after petitioners and their representative described neighborhood precedent and functional need.
Attorney and developer Micah Hill told the board the fences were installed during redevelopment and are consistent with other front‑yard fences in North Square and Fountain Square. Hill said the site has a long redevelopment history and that matching neighboring fences and the adjacent Indy Parks fence…
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