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Fishers BZA approves King Jug outdoor seating variance with acoustic and recording conditions

Fishers Board of Zoning Appeals · September 25, 2025
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The Fishers Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance allowing expanded outdoor dining at King Jug (11110 Lantern Road) with conditions including acoustic‑only music, occupancy limits and recording of approval with the Hamilton County Recorder's Office.

The Fishers Board of Zoning Appeals on Sept. 24 approved a variance to allow expanded outdoor seating at King Jug, a restaurant at 11110 Lantern Road, while placing conditions on entertainment and occupancy.

Owner Mike Finnegan told the board King Jug is a family‑friendly restaurant that employs about 50 local workers and has made changes to reduce noise, including limiting live entertainment to acoustic acts. Finnegan said the outdoor area supports summer revenue and that losing it would force staffing cuts.

Lucas Smith, Fishers zoning administrator, said the petition was continued from June so staff and the applicant could clarify parking, and he summarized occupancy…

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