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Brownsburg council approves Auburn Ridge West rezoning in 3–2 vote after traffic, road‑standard debate
Summary
On April 9, 2026 the Town of Brownsburg council approved rezoning for roughly 64 acres at 5050 E. 450 N. from agricultural to predominantly single‑family (R1) with a smaller R2 portion. Debate focused on traffic, road‑construction standards and developer commitments including a cap of 34 R2 lots and a per‑home contribution of $4,144.
The Town of Brownsburg Town Council voted 3–2 on April 9 to approve ordinance 2026‑03, rezoning approximately 64 acres at 5050 East 450 North from AG to a mix of R1 and R2 to allow the Auburn Ridge West development. The motion was moved and seconded and passed on a roll call in which Mr. Adams voted opposed, Mr. D'Shane and Mr. Simpson voted in favor, Miss Holman voted opposed, and Mr. Lacey voted in favor.
The council heard more than an hour of public comment and detailed presentations from staff and the applicant before voting. Council and residents focused squarely on traffic and long‑term road standards for the Tilden Drive extension and nearby intersections. Resident Emily Simmons told the council that reductions in the latest filing—two fewer homes than the prior proposal—“do not materially change the traffic or infrastructure demand,” and urged council to ensure changes address the reasons for the previous unfavorable APC…
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