01-08-2024 Zoning & Annexation Meeting Minutes (Signed)

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•CITY OF SOUTH BEND OFFICE OF THE CLERK Redevelopment, the proposed is for fifteen (15) units to be built on the properties. The proposal blends between building developments north of the lots. Joe Molnar, Property Development Manager, 14th floor of the County-City Building continues presentation for Bill No. 83-23, stating that the request for the proposal stems back to a request for proposal from the Redevelopment Commission to solicit vacant land owned by the city for development proposals to bring new residents to the neighborhoods and business. Developer, Allen Edwin pledge to keep the residence affordable for workforce housing. Downzoning allows the development to meet the character of the neighborhood and decrease the number of variances. Brian Farkas, Director of Workforce Housing with Allen Edwin, 2186 E. Centre Street Portage, MI 49002, adds that Allen Edwin works in Indiana, Michigan and Ohio. They are excited that the entire project is staff-led and are excited to work with the City of South Bend. Chair Dr. Davis thanked Mr. Morrell, Mr. Molnar and Mr. Farkas for the narrative concerning Bill No. 83-23 and proceeded to open the floor to the Committee for questions and comments. Chair Dr. Davis asked if the Petitioners could clarify the parking situation for the development. Joe Molnar, Property Development Manager, 14th floor of the County-City Building mentioned that there is alley access for street parking. Brian Farkas, Director of Workforce Housing with Allen Edwin, 2186 E. Centre Street Portage, MI, 49002 mentioned in the blueprint that there were 12 spots or more as well as street parking. Chair Dr. Davis opened the floor to members of the public for questions and comments. No members of the public made comment. Chair Dr. Davis entertained a motion send Bill No. 83-23 to full Council. Committee member Karen L. White motioned to send Bill No. 83-23 to full Council with a favorable recommendation. Committee member Sheila Niezgodski seconded the motion with a roll call of number four(4) ayes. Chair Dr. Oliver Davis-Aye Vice-Chair Ophelia Gooden-Rodgers-Aye Councilmember Karen L. White-Aye Councilmember Sheila Niezgodski-Aye Bill No. 86-23- Special Exception at 3001,3011 and 3015 West Western Avenue Skip Morrell, Zoning Specialist, 14th floor of the County-City Building presented Bill No. 86-23 3001, 3011 and 3015 West Western Avenue, which requests to allow for a special exception to allow for vehicle service minor which allows for services like oil changes, alignments, cooling and electrical systems detailing. It does not include any dismantling and all repairs must be made EXCELLENCE ACCOUNTABILITY INNOVATION INCLUSION EMPOWERMENT 455 County-City Building 227 W.Jefferson Bvld South Bend.Indiana 46601 p 574.235.9221 f574.235.9173 I I D574.235.5567 www.southaendin.gov