The Metropolitan Development Commission finally approved the rezoning and we won this fight. Milhaus and their team have their permit but we proved that this neighborhood refuses to be ignored by developers. Keep your eyes open to ensure they actually follow through on every single one of those concessions.
December 6, 2016
Final supporters
*NOTE* - When signing the petition, please indicate which neighborhood you live in (in the "Comments" section) to signify your interest in this petition (E.g. Jane Doe - Meridian Kessler). Thanks!
Summary: I am familiar with Milhaus Development’s plans to redevelop the AT&T property as a mixed use development with 100 apartments and 9,400 square feet of retail. Milhaus has paid particular attention to the design the project to be appropriate for the commercial node of College Avenue and Kessler Boulevard - while also being sensitive to the residential character of the urban neighborhood in which it is located. I am in support of the project and request that the Metropolitan Development Commission approve the petition for rezoning and variances so that this project can move ahead.
Additional Information: In connection with its development proposal, Milhaus met with neighbors and participated in five public meetings before the Meridian Kessler Neighborhood Association. Along the way Milhaus incorporated neighbor feedback and concerns in an effort to arrive at a development plan that fits the neighborhood. Concessions that Milhaus has agreed to include the following:
- Unit count has been reduced from 125 to 100 units from initial concept (this is reduced from over 200 units proposed by previous developer)
- Increased parking ratio, well above what is required by the zoning ordinance
- Saving the existing street trees along College Ave.
- Respecting neighborhood wishes by restricting ingress and egress into the Site to College Avenue only by blocking alley access
- Allowing neighbor to the south to continue to use Milhaus property in its present state as his private backyard
- Included use restrictions on the retail
- Included one parking space in the rent for residents
- Adding a traffic light on College instead of forcing residents and guests to do a u-turn at College and Kessler or travel the streets west of the neighborhood to loop around
- Included commitment to add trees along the south property line to block views from the property towards residences to the south
- Stepped the south wing of the building back significantly so as to not impede over southern neighbor’s residence.
- Overnight public, resident, or guest parking shall not be allowed in the retail parking lot.
Conclusion: In summary, I feel that the Milhaus proposal is a productive and respectful reuse of the former AT&T office building and parking lot. I am signing this Petition in support of Milhaus so that this project can move forward.
*NOTE* - When signing the petition, please indicate which neighborhood you live in to signify your interest in this petition. Thanks!
Updates
October 12, 2016
The massive wave of support shows that the Metropolitan Development Commission can no longer ignore the collective demand of this neighborhood. Milhaus worked with us to get this right and it is time for the city officials to stop dragging their feet and approve these necessary changes.
Reached 100 supporters
October 12, 2016
66 Comments
I'm normally a big critic of Milhaus' existing work as a current resident in a downtown apartment. I used to live more in this Broad Ripple neighborhood where the development proposal is. I think it's a fantastic proposal and that Milhaus have earned the right to purchase and develop on this property. I personally would like to see it be a little more urban in nature and less suburban, but I'll take it as is.
Meridian-Kessler resident. This is an exceptionally well-done project: it's market-rate apartments, designed to mesh well with the neighborhood aesthetic and not requiring any public monies. I understand there will be some who oppose anything new on this location -- that's not a feasible position. Milhaus worked hard to listen to the neighborhood's concerns and adjust its proposal to address those concerns. I strongly support this project.
As an MK resident, I am 100% in support of this project. I think Milhaus has been thoughtful in terms of setbacks, scale and aesthestics. The ATT building that is currently there is unattractive; this will be a good addition to the neighborhood. I support the project and MKNA's endorsement.
The developer has put forth a solid proposal of mostly residential housing. It is appropriately sized, with modern design standards that should blend well with the neighborhood. They also seek no public funding or tax abatement.
Live in Meridian-Kessler, Forest Hills (3 short blocks from site) Very supportive--exactly what we were hoping to see built along College. We are tired of watching all our young people move to Hamilton County to find places to live. Also love the mixed use aspect. Great to have more businesses we can walk to.
mkna resident
Meridian-Kessler neighborhood resident. This looks like a reasonable and responsible transitional use and the product of cooperative efforts among the developer, the city land-use staff, and MKNA.
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The Metropolitan Development Commission finally approved the rezoning and we won this fight. Milhaus and their team have their permit but we proved that this neighborhood refuses to be ignored by developers. Keep your eyes open to ensure they actually follow through on every single one of those concessions.
December 6, 2016
Final supporters
*NOTE* - When signing the petition, please indicate which neighborhood you live in (in the "Comments" section) to signify your interest in this petition (E.g. Jane Doe - Meridian Kessler). Thanks!
Summary: I am familiar with Milhaus Development’s plans to redevelop the AT&T property as a mixed use development with 100 apartments and 9,400 square feet of retail. Milhaus has paid particular attention to the design the project to be appropriate for the commercial node of College Avenue and Kessler Boulevard - while also being sensitive to the residential character of the urban neighborhood in which it is located. I am in support of the project and request that the Metropolitan Development Commission approve the petition for rezoning and variances so that this project can move ahead.
Additional Information: In connection with its development proposal, Milhaus met with neighbors and participated in five public meetings before the Meridian Kessler Neighborhood Association. Along the way Milhaus incorporated neighbor feedback and concerns in an effort to arrive at a development plan that fits the neighborhood. Concessions that Milhaus has agreed to include the following:
- Unit count has been reduced from 125 to 100 units from initial concept (this is reduced from over 200 units proposed by previous developer)
- Increased parking ratio, well above what is required by the zoning ordinance
- Saving the existing street trees along College Ave.
- Respecting neighborhood wishes by restricting ingress and egress into the Site to College Avenue only by blocking alley access
- Allowing neighbor to the south to continue to use Milhaus property in its present state as his private backyard
- Included use restrictions on the retail
- Included one parking space in the rent for residents
- Adding a traffic light on College instead of forcing residents and guests to do a u-turn at College and Kessler or travel the streets west of the neighborhood to loop around
- Included commitment to add trees along the south property line to block views from the property towards residences to the south
- Stepped the south wing of the building back significantly so as to not impede over southern neighbor’s residence.
- Overnight public, resident, or guest parking shall not be allowed in the retail parking lot.
Conclusion: In summary, I feel that the Milhaus proposal is a productive and respectful reuse of the former AT&T office building and parking lot. I am signing this Petition in support of Milhaus so that this project can move forward.
*NOTE* - When signing the petition, please indicate which neighborhood you live in to signify your interest in this petition. Thanks!
Updates
October 12, 2016
The massive wave of support shows that the Metropolitan Development Commission can no longer ignore the collective demand of this neighborhood. Milhaus worked with us to get this right and it is time for the city officials to stop dragging their feet and approve these necessary changes.
Reached 100 supporters
October 12, 2016
66 Comments
I am a home owner within Zone 2 of Meridian Kessler, and strongly feel that this redevelopment can only better what is now overdue in the Broad Ripple area. This section of Meridian Kessler has been in need of innovation and pull from a different demographic for quite some time. I wholeheartedly support this initiative by Milhaus.
I'm normally a big critic of Milhaus' existing work as a current resident in a downtown apartment. I used to live more in this Broad Ripple neighborhood where the development proposal is. I think it's a fantastic proposal and that Milhaus have earned the right to purchase and develop on this property. I personally would like to see it be a little more urban in nature and less suburban, but I'll take it as is.
Meridian-Kessler resident. This is an exceptionally well-done project: it's market-rate apartments, designed to mesh well with the neighborhood aesthetic and not requiring any public monies. I understand there will be some who oppose anything new on this location -- that's not a feasible position. Milhaus worked hard to listen to the neighborhood's concerns and adjust its proposal to address those concerns. I strongly support this project.
As an MK resident, I am 100% in support of this project. I think Milhaus has been thoughtful in terms of setbacks, scale and aesthestics. The ATT building that is currently there is unattractive; this will be a good addition to the neighborhood. I support the project and MKNA's endorsement.
The developer has put forth a solid proposal of mostly residential housing. It is appropriately sized, with modern design standards that should blend well with the neighborhood. They also seek no public funding or tax abatement.
Live in Meridian-Kessler, Forest Hills (3 short blocks from site) Very supportive--exactly what we were hoping to see built along College. We are tired of watching all our young people move to Hamilton County to find places to live. Also love the mixed use aspect. Great to have more businesses we can walk to.
mkna resident
Meridian-Kessler neighborhood resident. This looks like a reasonable and responsible transitional use and the product of cooperative efforts among the developer, the city land-use staff, and MKNA.
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I am a home owner within Zone 2 of Meridian Kessler, and strongly feel that this redevelopment can only better what is now overdue in the Broad Ripple area. This section of Meridian Kessler has been in need of innovation and pull from a different demographic for quite some time. I wholeheartedly support this initiative by Milhaus.