02-11-08 Zoning and Annexation Committee Meeting

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Zoning and Annexation Committee Meeting Minutes February 11 , 2008 Page 2 Mishawaka, North Liberty and South Bend. In many cases the properties were vacant or underutilized and have a positive effect on the surrounding properties. In response to a question from Council Member Kirsits, Ms. Schorsch stated that there are currently two (2) families competing for this property. Council Member Oliver Davis made a motion, seconded by Dr. Varner, that Bill No. 85- 07 be recommended favorably to Council. The motion passed. Bill No. 88-07: Proposed Rezoning for2122 South Bend Avenue: Council Member Kirsits called for a report from the Area Plan Commission on Bill No. 88-07 which is a rezoning request for the property located in the 4th Councilmanic District, namely 2122 South Bend Avenue. Mark Lyons, a Planner, on the Area Plan Staff reviewed the multi-page report dated January 16, 2008 (copy attached). He noted that the Area Plan Commission held a public hearing on the request on January 15, 2008 and sends it to the Council with a favorable recommendation. The Area Plan Commission believes that the "rezoning will reuse an underutilized structure and should benefit the surrounding area. The addition of required landscaping will help beautify the adjacent area". Steven Studer, an attorney with offices at 53732 Generations Drive, South Bend, Indiana 46635 made the formal presentation. The zoning request for 2122 South Bend Avenue is from "LB" Local Business to "CB" Community Business. He noted that the property has been vacant for approximately ten (10) years. His client Dignan LLC hopes to develop the property. They will connect to City water and sewer. He noted that the proposed rezoning is consistent with the future land use plan of the city. In response to a question from Council Member Puzzello, Mr. Studer stated that Dignan LLC plans to develop the property as an office or retail use. Dr. Varner made a motion, seconded by Council Member LaFountain that Bill No. 88-07 be recommended favorably to Council. The motion passed. There being no further business to come before the Committee, Council Member Kirsits adjourned the meeting at 3:50 p.m. ,, ~ ~~ Respectfully submitted, ~~J`~ /~~ Council Member AI "Budd "Kirsits Chair erso~ Y ~ p Zoning and Annexation Committee Attachments