constructed to be architecturally sympathetic to neighborhood character (matching roof pitches, materials, and a 6-foot setback). Staff confirmed receipt of an email from Brad King regarding historic district preservation standards.

Public Testimony: None in support or opposition.

Board Action & Motion: Ms. Fritch moved to approve BZA 58-26 with the following conditions:

  1. The applicant must submit the building design plans to the Muncie Historic Preservation and Rehabilitation Commission for review.
  2. The applicant must obtain a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Muncie Historic Preservation and Rehabilitation Commission.
  3. The applicant must submit the design plan to the Old West End Neighborhood Association for approval prior to initiating development.

Seconded by Mr. Billington.

Vote: Approved (5–0) with conditions.

BZA 59-26 — 1001 West Charles Street LLC and 1007 West Charles Street LLC

Being a public hearing on the matter of an application requesting a variance of use from the terms of the City of Muncie Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, to allow a multi-unit apartment, a reduced front setback, and a reduced east side setback on a corner lot in a residence zone, on premises located at 1001 West Charles Street LLC and 1007 West Charles Street, Muncie, Indiana, as more accurately described in the application.

Applicant Presentation: Attorney David Carnes and Craig Graybill represented Williams Management. Mr. Carnes stated that two purchasing entities will merge to construct a single-story townhome building comprising five 1-bedroom apartment units. The corner lot is bordered by three streets and an alley, accommodating adequate off-street parking. An existing blighted, boarded-up house on site will be demolished. Landscaping and tree requirements will be fulfilled, and a buffer fence will be installed along the Kilgore Avenue boundary. Board Member Fritch noted that this property is also located within the Old West End Historic District; Mr. Carnes confirmed full willingness to comply with historic commission review and neighborhood coordination.

Public Testimony: None in support or opposition.

Board Action & Motion: Ms. Fritch moved to approve BZA 59-26 with the following conditions:

  1. The applicant shall continue to work with Plan Commission staff for an approved landscaping plan.
  2. The applicant shall submit the building design to the Muncie Historic Preservation and Rehabilitation Commission for review.
  3. The applicant shall obtain a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Muncie Historic