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Board approves Crew Car Wash special‑exception despite neighborhood objections over concentration and traffic
Summary
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a special‑exception for a Crew Car Wash at 4353 Franklin Street by a 4–1 vote, subject to site and easement conditions recommended by planning staff; opponents cited overconcentration of car washes and potential harm to neighboring redevelopment.
The Michigan City Board of Zoning Appeals voted to grant petition B-101-25 on April 14, approving a special‑exception for a Crew Car Wash at 4353 Franklin Street, the former Red Lobster site, subject to several conditions from the planning department relating to easements, site circulation, signage and INDOT permits.
Attorney Christopher Willoughby and Crew representatives presented a revised site plan that added a dedicated bypass/pass-through lane and four wash lanes; Katherine Rener of Crew’s real-estate team said the company has revised the design to address circulation and safety concerns and…
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