9666-06 Rezoning 929 Lincolnway East - District 3

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~ Criteria (per IC 36-7-4-603): 1. Comprehensive Plan: Policy Plan: Goal 2: Objective C: Policy ii: Promote the upgrading, rejuvenation, and beautification of all functional, existing commercial centers. The rezoning is not in conflict with the Comprehensive economic policy. Land Use Plan: The Land Use Plan does not designate this area for a specific land use. Plan Implementation/Other Plans: Residential Area Policy: 2. Current conditions and character: The area is currently a mix of light industrial and business uses. 3. Most desirable use: The most desirable use would be for office or commercial land uses that generate low traffic. 4. Conservation of property values: The surrounding property values may be negatively affected with the rezoning if traffic congestion increases. 5. Responsible development and growth: It is irresponsible development and growth to allow a zoning classification that could exacerbate the traffic congestion at the intersection of Lincolnway East and Eddy/ Sample Streets. Recommendation: , :,~ -; - .- _._~ ... ,. Based on information available prior to the public hearing staff recommends that this petition be sent to the Common Council with an unfavorable recommendation. Analysis: When the 2004 City Zoning Map was adopted, the majority of the properties located on the eastern side of Lincolnway East between Monroe Street and Miami Street were down zoned. Since this site is located at the congested intersection of Lincolnway East and Eddy/ Sample Streets, it is better suited for low intensity uses such as office. It is also adjacent to the on-ramp. The "CB" Community Business District allows high traffic generators such as fast food restaurants and gas stations. The existing access driveway on Eddy Street is located near its intersection with Lincolnway East. Rohan Family Ltd. Partnership #2365-06 Page 2 of 2