As both industrial growth and the population continue to climb, we are faced with the task of planning the development of both these sectors with a harmonious coexistence. A lack of consideration for either will result in business interruptions for the industry sector. For the residential sector, a substantial loss of property values and quality-of-life.
An example of such a situation is happening on the edge of the northern city limits in Milford, Indiana where a proposed 225 acreas surrounded by residential housing is being considered for rezoning to Industry 3. This is the heaviest industry allowed in Kosciusko County.
This is your opportunity to speak out to the planners of the county. Tell them you want better planning for the use of our land. Insist they protect your neighborhood by modifying the county ordinance to include requirements for the separation of industry from residential areas. This is not a new problem and will not be resolved without many voices requesting a solution.
We, the undersigned, oppose the heavy industrial development north of Milford and request land throughout the county be properly reserved for both industry and residential needs in a segregated manner. We request the Milford Town Council, the Kosciusko County Commissioners, the Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals, and any other appropriate governing body to deny any request for zoning exception and/or variance, building permits, tax abatement, TIF financing, or other financial incentives for zoning conflicting with this segregation. In addition, we request the above named governing bodies determine that no Industry 3 zoned facility should be located near residential areas.
I am honestly a bit overwhelmed by the momentum behind this because I never imagined so many people cared about our neighborhood as much as I do. This is a testament to your commitment and I am just lucky to be part of the group you have all created.
6 Comments
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Dave Osborne
18 years ago
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Keep our town residential. We moved out here to get away from factories and noise. My property value is going to tank if this happens.
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Linda Harvey
18 years ago
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Ridiculous idea. Who puts heavy industry right in the middle of houses? Think about the families living there!
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Brenda Perez
18 years ago
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Enough is enough. My kids play outside and I dont want them breathing in factory smog. Stop this now.
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Sarah Watson
18 years ago
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milford is a nice place to live but this will ruin everything. stop the rezoning before it ruins the whole area.
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Mark Werner
18 years ago
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NO! We need buffers. Heavy industry and homes dont mix. Fix the zoning rules already.
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Tom Gray
18 years ago
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This is just about money and not about the people who actually live here. Say no to the variance.
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As both industrial growth and the population continue to climb, we are faced with the task of planning the development of both these sectors with a harmonious coexistence. A lack of consideration for either will result in business interruptions for the industry sector. For the residential sector, a substantial loss of property values and quality-of-life.
An example of such a situation is happening on the edge of the northern city limits in Milford, Indiana where a proposed 225 acreas surrounded by residential housing is being considered for rezoning to Industry 3. This is the heaviest industry allowed in Kosciusko County.
This is your opportunity to speak out to the planners of the county. Tell them you want better planning for the use of our land. Insist they protect your neighborhood by modifying the county ordinance to include requirements for the separation of industry from residential areas. This is not a new problem and will not be resolved without many voices requesting a solution.
We, the undersigned, oppose the heavy industrial development north of Milford and request land throughout the county be properly reserved for both industry and residential needs in a segregated manner. We request the Milford Town Council, the Kosciusko County Commissioners, the Kosciusko County Board of Zoning Appeals, and any other appropriate governing body to deny any request for zoning exception and/or variance, building permits, tax abatement, TIF financing, or other financial incentives for zoning conflicting with this segregation. In addition, we request the above named governing bodies determine that no Industry 3 zoned facility should be located near residential areas.
I am honestly a bit overwhelmed by the momentum behind this because I never imagined so many people cared about our neighborhood as much as I do. This is a testament to your commitment and I am just lucky to be part of the group you have all created.
6 Comments
D
Dave Osborne
18 years ago
Featured
Keep our town residential. We moved out here to get away from factories and noise. My property value is going to tank if this happens.
L
Linda Harvey
18 years ago
Featured
Ridiculous idea. Who puts heavy industry right in the middle of houses? Think about the families living there!
B
Brenda Perez
18 years ago
Featured
Enough is enough. My kids play outside and I dont want them breathing in factory smog. Stop this now.
S
Sarah Watson
18 years ago
Featured
milford is a nice place to live but this will ruin everything. stop the rezoning before it ruins the whole area.
M
Mark Werner
18 years ago
Featured
NO! We need buffers. Heavy industry and homes dont mix. Fix the zoning rules already.
T
Tom Gray
18 years ago
Featured
This is just about money and not about the people who actually live here. Say no to the variance.
Keep our town residential. We moved out here to get away from factories and noise. My property value is going to tank if this happens.