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Fishers BZA denies short‑term rental special exception amid neighborhood notice and traffic concerns
Summary
The BZA denied a special exception for a short‑term rental at 107 Northwood Drive after neighbors raised concerns about mailed notice, a van blocking the posted meeting sign, increased traffic and safety; staff said state law permits owner‑occupied short‑term rentals but this property did not meet home‑occupation standards.
The Fishers Board of Zoning Appeals on Sept. 24 voted to deny a special exception that would have allowed operation of a short‑term rental at 107 Northwood Drive.
Petitioner Andre (Andres/Andre) Bello and his wife, Terry, described their proposed short‑term rental as family‑ and pet‑friendly, with limits on vehicle counts and minimum stays intended to discourage parties. Bello said the listing has been active on Airbnb since July 2025 and presented letters of support from adjacent neighbors.
Planner Grace Wiley explained that under Indiana law municipalities cannot limit owner‑occupied short‑term rentals tied to home occupation; because this property does not meet…
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