Noblesville, Indiana
Upcoming
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a demolition permit in the Downtown Protection Boundary District, a zoning change and preliminary development plan for a new Noblesville Police Station on 18.7 acres at 1715 Division Street, and a special consideration for a 33,000-square-foot church and community building at 9854 Cumberland Pointe Boulevard. The commission may also vote on minutes and continuances.
- Application for demolition of residential accessory structure at 1523 Conner Street within Downtown Protection Boundary
- Change of zoning from I2, R4, LB, FH to DT Downtown Zoning District and FH Flood Hazard (Application No. LEGP 0087-2026)
- Adoption of DT-FH/GUO overlay and preliminary development plan for construction of Noblesville Police Station on +/- 18.7 acres at 1715 Division Street (Application No. LEGP 0088-2026)
- Special consideration for place of worship (13,000 SF) and community building (20,000 SF) on +/- 10 acres at 9854 Cumberland Pointe Boulevard in Corporate Campus Planned Development District
Recent meetings
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will decide on a conditional use application for a wireless telecommunications tower near Riverwood Avenue. It will also hear multiple variance requests for properties at 398 S 5th Street, 8862 Lavender Court, 1479 Maple Avenue, and 611 Mill Farm Road, involving setbacks, accessory structures, and an accessory dwelling unit. The meeting includes approval of past minutes and findings of fact.
- Conditional use for wireless telecommunications tower on Riverwood Avenue (BZNA.0057-2026)
- Seven variance requests for 398 S 5th Street: reduced setbacks, accessory dwelling unit, accessory structure size (1,975 sq ft vs 1,000 max), height (23 ft vs 14 ft), and encroachments
- Variance for fence height at 8862 Lavender Court: 6 ft requested vs 4 ft permitted
- Variance for accessory structure height and accessory dwelling unit at 1479 Maple Avenue
- Variance for front yard setback reduction at 611 Mill Farm Road
Common Council
The Common Council will vote on ordinances annexing approximately 182 acres for Enong Branch and 58 acres for Montclair planned developments. Other actions include mid-year budget adjustments, an impact fee increase, a traffic schedule amendment, and a salary ordinance. A presentation on the rezoning and overlay for a new police station will also be heard.
- Ordinance #210828 to annex ~182 acres in the 200-5300 block of E 191st St for Enong Branch Planned Development
- Ordinance #220828 to annex ~58 acres north of SR 32, east of Little Chicago Rd, west of Mill Creek Rd for Montclair Planned Development
- Ordinance #260825 for additional appropriations and 2028 mid-year budget adjustments across multiple departments
- Ordinance #280828 affirming an annual impact fee increase each November 1 for 2025-2028 and adopting an impact zone
- Presentation on the rezone and Government Use Overlay for the new police station
Board of Public Works & Safety
The board will open quotes for the Hinkle Creek Stormwater Outfall Project and bids for the sale of fire department surplus boat equipment. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, a write-off of unpaid bills, a temporary closure of Maple Street for the First Friday event, a replat of Conrad Addition, and several bond actions for subdivisions. New business covers a fire protection services agreement with Noblesville Township, a facade grant for 123 South 5th Street, HVAC replacement at Forest Park Inn and Lodge, change orders for the Headworks Improvements and Pleasant Street Phase II projects, and a services agreement for elimination of Lift Station 3.
- Quote opening for Hinkle Creek Stormwater Outfall Project
- Board to consider 2128 Noblesville Township Fire Protection Services Agreement
- Services agreement with North Suburban Heating and Cooling for HVAC replacement at Forest Park Inn and Lodge offices
- Change Order No. 1 for Headworks Improvements with Thenen Construction
- Services agreement with Commonwealth Engineers for preliminary evaluation and design to eliminate Lift Station 3
Council Committees
The Noblesville City Council Finance Committee will meet briefly to review a claims docket and preview an ordinance that would modify 2026 maximum pay rates for sworn police officers and firefighters under agreements with public safety unions. The committee also notes discussion items for the upcoming Council meeting, including first and second readings of ordinances on salary amendments, mid-year budget adjustments, and impact fee compliance.
- Claims docket review by Caitlin Kesner
- Preview of Ordinance #XX-06-26: amendment to 2026 maximum pay rates for police and firefighters
- Current discussion item: Ordinance #XX-06-26 (1st Reading) — amendment to 2026 Salary Ordinance
- Prior discussion items on June 23 Council agenda: Ordinance #28-06-26 (2nd Reading) — mid-year budget adjustments; Ordinance #29-06-26 (2nd Reading) — impact fee compliance
- Potential future ordinances include new annual budget format, debt service and debt proceed fund administration, and city code revisions on procurement, funds, and financial policies
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider two applications (LEGP 0087-2026 and LEGP 0088-2026) to affirm increases to Road Impact and Park Impact fees for 2026, 2027, and 2028, and to adopt an impact zone. The fee schedule is included in the agenda documents. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Public hearing on impact fee increases for roads and parks for 2026–2028
- Adoption of an impact zone as part of the fee amendments
- Applications LEGP 0087-2026 and LEGP 0088-2026
Redevelopment Commission
The Noblesville Redevelopment Commission will vote on two resolutions for the BioLife Solutions project, a $16 million relocation to Washington Business Park Lot C that includes a 35,000-square-foot building and 30 new jobs. The commission will also approve meeting minutes, a docket of claims totaling over $5.5 million, and a financial update on TIF funds.
- Resolution 2026-05: Economic Development Agreement with Patch Development for a 35,000 sq ft building at Washington Business Park
- Resolution 2026-06: Economic Development Agreement with Sexton Biotechnologies, a BioLife Solutions subsidiary, including tax abatement and a forgivable loan
- BioLife Solutions project represents $16M total capital investment, $5M in personal property, and 30 jobs averaging $85,000/year
- Approval of claims docket with over $5.5 million in payments, including $4.4 million to MAB Capital Investments for Linq at Hyde Park construction
- Financial update on TIF funds and approval of May 14, 2026 meeting minutes
Common Council
The Common Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances for two annexations: a 182-acre property at East 1815 Street (Sending Branch) and a 58-acre property north of State Road 32 (Montclair). Also up for discussion are mid-year budget adjustments, an impact fee increase, and amendments to traffic and bicycle codes. The meeting includes a presentation on a special consideration for a place of worship at 5854 Cumberland Pointe Boulevard.
- Ordinance #20828: Annexation of ~182 acres at East 1815 Street for Sending Branch Planned Development with fiscal plan RC-7-28
- Ordinance #220828: Annexation of ~58 acres north of State Road 32, east of Little Chicago Road for Montclair Planned Development with fiscal plan RC-18-28
- Ordinance #260828: Additional appropriations for 2028 mid-year budget adjustments across multiple departments
- Ordinance #250628: Increasing impact fees annually on November 1 for 2028, 2029, and 2030
- Request for demolition of a structure at 1398 Logan Street and appointment to the Tree Board
Board of Public Works & Safety
The Noblesville Board of Public Works & Safety will approve an executive session memorandum and the May 28, 2028 meeting minutes. It will discuss several temporary traffic changes, including lane closures for the annual Baby onthe Way event (8K) and a closure of STH STREET from PLUM STREET SOUTH to the FIRST ALLEVFORAN for the Independence Day block party on July 3. Additional items include a change order for the LIFT STATION INTERCEPTOR PROJECT with SUB‑SURFACE OF INDIANA, INC.
- Approval of Executive Session Memorandum: May 25, 2028
- Approval of Minutes: May 28, 2028
- Consideration of request for temporary lane closures and restrictions for the annual BABY ONTHE WAY 8K
- Consideration of temporary closure of STH STREET from PLUM STREET SOUTH to the FIRST ALLEVFORAN for Independence Day Block Party on July 3
- Consideration of Change Order No. 3 for the LIFT STATION INTERCEPTOR PROJECT with SUB‑SURFACE OF INDIANA, INC.
Council Committees
The Finance Committee will preview an ordinance to comply with new state impact fee rules, a resolution to receive a taxpayer petition and set a lease for a new police headquarters, and a fiscal action for 2026 mid-year budget adjustments across multiple funds. No final votes are taken; these items are scheduled for first reading at the June 9 Council meeting.
- Preview of ordinance to modify City Code for compliance with HEA 1001 impact fee deployment and tracking requirements
- Preview of resolution to officially receive a taxpayer petition and set the lease form for the new police headquarters between the Building Corporation and the City
- Preview of additional appropriations and transfers for 2026 mid-year budget adjustments across several funds and departments
- Review of claims docket
- Future items include a customized budget ordinance format, debt fund administration rules, and code revisions for procurement, reserves, and debt management
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will approve minutes from October 2025 through May 2026, adopt findings of fact for a case at 10410 Golden Bear Way, and then hear six new business items. Significant proposals include multiple variances for a contractor office at 5050 Conner Street, a conditional use for a wireless telecommunications tower near Riverwood Avenue, and several residential setback or coverage variances. The board will also consider parking lot and building setback reductions at 400 Sheridan Road, requested by the City of Noblesville.
- 5050 Conner Street: land use variance for contractor office in Planned Business district, plus reductions in landscape buffer and building base landscaping
- Riverwood Avenue (continued): conditional use for wireless telecommunications tower
- 122 Scarborough Circle: variance to reduce side yard setback in R-1 district
- 1164 Conner Street: land use variance for professional office (Hamilton County Community Foundation) in R-5 residential
- 400 Sheridan Road: three variances for parking setback, landscape area, and building setback (City of Noblesville applicant)
Common Council
The Common Council will discuss several ordinances, including amendments to traffic and bicycle codes, and multiple zoning changes for approximately 412 acres on Prairie Baptist Road and East 186th Street. The zoning proposals would convert land to residential districts and establish two planned developments: Rollingwood and Winslow Hills. The council will also consider resolutions approving economic development agreements and property tax abatements.
- Ordinance 623-0825 amending traffic rules and bicycle code (Chapter 71 and 74)
- Ordinance 240825 rezoning 72 acres at 14300-14800 block of Prairie Baptist Road to moderate-to-high-density single-family residential
- Ordinance 250825 establishing Rollingwood Planned Development on 72 acres at 14300-14800 block of Prairie Baptist Road
- Ordinance 260828 rezoning 180 acres at 18200-12800 block of East 186th Street from county agricultural to residential
- Ordinance 27-2528 establishing Winslow Hills Planned Development on 160 acres at 14300-14200 block of Prairie Baptist Road
Board of Public Works & Safety
The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider awarding a bid for North Harbour Drive and Dorchester Drive drainage improvements. Other agenda items include temporary street closures for upcoming events, approval of plats and replats for the Finch Creek subdivision, and service agreements for business advisory services and art installations. The board will also consider a quote award for radon mitigation at the Public Safety Building and the sale of surplus fire department boat equipment.
- Award of bid for North Harbour Drive and Dorchester Drive Drainage Improvements
- Award of quote for radon mitigation at the Public Safety Building
- Temporary closure of North 8th Street from Logan Street to Conner Street on June 5 for Magic of the Square event
- Replat of Lot 1080 and common area L1A in Lakes at Finch Creek, Section 1
- Services agreement with Handen Partners for business advisory services
Council Committees
The Parks, Arts, & Community Engagement Committee will discuss updates on the Embrace Downtown Phase 1b and business support. It will also review upcoming parks programming and public‑art projects, including the Midland Trace Trail at 32 Pleasant and the Park Link Pass mural. Stakeholder updates and any other new business will be shared for situational awareness.
- Embrace Downtown Phase 1b update
- Business support update
- Upcoming parks programming
- Midland Trace Trail at 32 Pleasant public‑art update
- Park Link Pass mural update
Council Committees
The City Council Finance Committee will receive updates on the 2027 base budget, which maintains current service levels without new investments, and the preliminary revenue forecast for the upcoming budget cycle. The committee will also review the claims docket and discuss potential future fiscal ordinances, including revisions to city code on procurement, debt funds, and reserves.
- Claims docket review
- 2027 base budget overview – current-service-level funding without new investments
- 2027 budget preliminary revenue forecast and Fiscal Plan v1.0
- Potential future ordinances on budget templates, debt service funds, and debt proceed funds
- Future update on city financial management assessment and city code revisions on procurement, funds, and policies
Plan Commission
The Noblesville Plan Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a continued application to demolish a residential structure at 1396 Logan Street within the Downtown Protection Boundary District, and two large-scale rezoning and planned development proposals. The Woodcroft Planned Development would rezone approximately 130 acres for 300 single-family lots near 156th Street, and Winslow Hills Planned Development would rezone about 160 acres for 200 single-family lots on the south side of East 156th Street.
- Continued public hearing for demolition of residential structure at 1396 Logan Street (Downtown Protection Boundary District)
- Application LEGP 0043-2026 & LEGP 0044-2026: Rezone 130 acres to R3 and establish Woodcroft Planned Development with 300 single-family lots, waivers, and PD ordinance
- Application LEGP 0047-2026 & LEGP 0048-2026: Rezone approximately 160 acres to R3 and establish Winslow Hills Planned Development with 200 single-family lots, waivers, and PD ordinance
- Both developments located in the 14300-15800 blocks of East 156th Street, submitted by builders including Lennar Homes
Redevelopment Commission
The Commission will consider Resolution No. 2026-04, declaring that all tax increment collected in 2027 is needed to satisfy its obligations — blocking any excess assessed value from being allocated to other taxing units. They will also approve meeting minutes from April 16, 2026, and a docket of claims from May 7, 2026, and receive a financial update on TIF fund balances.
- Approval of April 16, 2026 meeting minutes
- Approval of claims docket dated May 7, 2026
- Financial update on TIF fund balances
- Resolution No. 2026-04: excess assessed value pass-thru — no excess value allocated to taxing units for 2027
Common Council
The Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider two annexations totaling about 235 acres (Bennington Ranch and Montclair planned developments), an ordinance to adjust stormwater fees, and resolutions to authorize asset appraisals and cost reimbursement for the new police headquarters. An executive session precedes the meeting to discuss a real property transaction.
- Ordinance #180425 to amend rates for stormwater fees and sewage works charges
- Annexation of approximately 182 acres at East 191st Street (Bennington Ranch Planned Development) with fiscal plan (Ordinance #240528, Resolution RC-7-28)
- Annexation of approximately 53 acres north of State Road 22, east of Little Chicago Road (Montclair Planned Development) with fiscal plan (Ordinance #220528, Resolution RC-16-28)
- Resolution RC-15-28 authorizing asset appraisals and taxpayer petition for new police headquarters financing
- Resolution RC-19-28 authorizing reimbursement of costs for new police headquarters from bond proceeds
Board of Public Works & Safety
The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider approval of prior meeting minutes and an executive session memorandum, then take up multiple new business items. These include declaring fire department surplus property, a façade improvement grant for 841 Conner Street, road closure extensions for stormwater work and county drain installation, a services agreement for AC replacement at the Street Department, a utility reimbursement agreement with Duke Energy, and award of a street rehabilitation contract. Several performance bond releases for development projects are on the consent agenda.
- Board to consider declaration of surplus property for Noblesville Fire Department
- Façade improvement grant for 841 Conner Street
- Extension of road closure for 14th Street between Central Avenue and North Street for stormwater separation project
- Temporary road closure of 186th Street at Promise Road for county drain tile installation
- Award of 2108 Street Rehabilitation contract (date approximate, actual contract likely 2026)
Council Committees
The Finance Committee will preview two resolutions related to financing a new police headquarters: one authorizing a taxpayer petition and asset appraisals (RC-15-26), and another authorizing reimbursement of costs from future bond proceeds (RC-16-26). The committee will also review the semi-annual debt summary and first-quarter 2026 financial reports. The agenda addendum lists potential future ordinances on budget, debt funds, and financial management policies.
- Resolution RC-15-26: authorizes taxpayer petition and two appraisals for new police HQ financing
- Resolution RC-16-26: authorizes reimbursement of police HQ costs from future bond proceeds
- Semi-Annual Debt Summary Report as of March 31, 2026
- Quarterly financial reports for Q1 2026, including revenues, expenditures, and negative cash balances
- Addendum outlines possible future ordinances on budget format, debt service funds, and procurement rules
Board of Parks and Recreation
The Noblesville Board of Parks and Recreation will hear an update on the impact fee ordinance, consider approving a resolution for concessionaire agreements, a new fee structure for special events, a lease agreement with the Noblesville Elementary Football League (NEFL), and interior improvements to the Dillon Park Concession Building. The board will also approve claims and receive staff reports.
- Impact fee ordinance update
- Approval of Resolution RP-02-2026 for concessionaire agreements for recreation programs and events
- Approval of external special event fee structure
- Approval of lease agreement with Noblesville Elementary Football League (NEFL)
- Approval of Dillon Park Concession Building interior improvements requested by NEFL
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Noblesville Board of Zoning Appeals will first determine if a quorum is present and review minutes from prior meetings. It will then consider a variance request for an elevated deck at 10410 Golden Bear Way that would encroach 15 feet into the required 30‑foot rear‑yard setback in the R‑1 zoning district. Finally, the board will review a temporary use application for Mustard Seed Gardens at 77 Metsker Lane seeking a longer‑than‑allowed use period.
- BZWA-0037-2026: Variance request for 10410 Golden Bear Way – elevated deck encroaching 15 ft into 30‑ft rear‑yard setback (R‑1 zone).
- TEMP.0685-2026: Temporary Use application for Mustard Seed Gardens at 77 Metsker Lane – request to extend permitted temporary use beyond ordinance limits.
- Findings of Fact (BZNA.0018‑2026, BZNA.0019‑2026, BZNA.0020‑2026) for location 17096 Mill Creek Road.
Common Council
The Noblesville Common Council will consider two ordinances: #180425, which would amend rates, charges and services for stormwater and establish a public hearing, and #200428, which proposes special consideration for indoor recreational use in Deer Creek Business Park Lot 1 at 14488 CL10 Road. The meeting also includes routine approvals of an executive session memo from April 4, 2025, minutes from April 14, 2025, and the agenda.
- Ordinance #180425 – amend stormwater fee rates, charges, and services; set public hearing
- Ordinance #200428 – special consideration for indoor recreational use in Deer Creek Business Park Lot 1 at 14488 CL10 Road
- Approval of Executive Session Memo dated April 4, 2025
- Approval of Minutes from April 14, 2025
- Approval of the meeting agenda
Board of Public Works & Safety
The Board of Public Works and Safety will consider a resolution recommending an ordinance that would amend rates and charges for the city's sewage works. Other items include approval of contracts, temporary street and parking closures for events and construction, bond releases, and a declaration of surplus for Dillon Park playground equipment. The meeting begins with an executive session to discuss records classified as confidential by state or federal statute.
- Resolution AS-10-2 recommending an ordinance amending rates and charges for the Noblesville sewage works
- Approval of the Guaranteed Maximum Price report from GM Development for Dillon Park splashpad and playground improvements
- Temporary closure of Gerry Tree Road from April 28 through May 29 for directional drilling near 100th Street
- Parking restrictions around the courthouse lawn for the Hamilton County Artists Association Art Fair on the Square (May 9)
- Services agreement with Matt's Handyman Service to remove and replace a shower unit at Station 75
Council Committees
The Parks, Arts, & Community Engagement Committee will receive updates on the Embrace Downtown project, including Phase 1a completion, Phase 1b progress, and business support. It will also review the current status of updated signage for the downtown parking ordinance. Additional reports will cover Seminary Park, upcoming park programming, and public‑art projects such as the Pleasant Street RAB activation and the Park Link Pass mural. The meeting will conclude with stakeholder updates and any other new business.
- Embrace Downtown Phase 1a completion
- Embrace Downtown Phase 1b update
- Downtown Parking Ordinance – status of updated signage
- Seminary Park update
- Pleasant Street RAB activation (public art)
Council Committees
The Finance Committee will hear updates on the city's self-insurance programs for 2025, covering property/casualty losses and health benefit claims, premiums, and reserves. The agenda also includes a routine claims docket review and discussion of potential future ordinances related to budget and debt administration.
- Claims docket review (approval)
- Property & casualty self-insurance loss performance review for 2025 (losses, premiums, fees)
- Health benefits self-insurance performance review for 2025 (claims, premiums, fees, reserves)
- Discussion of potential future fiscal ordinances: new annual budget template, debt service fund administration, debt proceed fund administration
Plan Commission
The Noblesville Plan Commission will review several applications, including a demolition request for a residential structure at 1296 Logan Street within the Downtown Protection Boundary District. It will consider rezoning a 72‑acre corporate campus and innovation mile district to R3 moderate‑to‑high density single‑family residential, as well as a separate 72‑acre Rollingwood Planned Development for 96 single‑family lots. Additional items include a recreational‑use request at 14859 Ofo Road, a program of signs for Bastian Solutions at 11499‑146th Street, and routine public‑hearing procedures.
- Application RE'SI 0430-2026: demolition of residential structure at 1296 Logan Street
- Application LEGP 0010-2026: rezoning ~72 acres of CCPD Corporate Campus/IMD Innovation Mile to R3 moderate‑to‑high density single‑family residential
- Application LEGP 0014-2025: rezoning ~72 acres (Rollingwood Planned Development) to R3‑FH/PD for 96 single‑family lots on Prairie Baptist Road
- Application LEGP 0030-2026: special consideration for recreational use at Deer Creek Business Park, Lot 1, 14859 Ofo Road
- Application LEGP 0033-2026: program of signs for Bastian Solutions at 11499‑146th Street
Redevelopment Commission
The Noblesville Redevelopment Commission will vote on a contract authorization with Calumet Civil Contractors, review TIF fund updates, and approve claims and prior meeting minutes. No other substantive business is listed.
- Approval of March 12, 2026 meeting minutes
- Approval of claims for April 16, 2026
- Financial update on TIF funds
- Action Item #4: Funding authorization for contract with Calumet Civil Contractors
Common Council
The Common Council will consider two zoning ordinances: one changing ~80 acres from agricultural to moderate-to-high density residential, and another changing 59 acres from single-family residential to residential planned development (Courtyards at Deer Creek), both on Olio Road. Council will also hear introductory presentations for Woodcroft and Winslow Hills planned developments, consider an ordinance amending parking restrictions on certain streets, and vote on a settlement agreement and other financial items.
- Ordinance #17-0428: Rezone ~80 acres from Agricultural District to R0 (moderate-to-high density single-family residential) on the east side of Olio Road (18600-18800 block)
- Ordinance #150425: Rezone 59 acres from F (single-family residential) to RPO (residential planned development) as Courtyards at Deer Creek on Olio Road (13200-12500 block)
- Ordinance #180228: Amend parking restrictions on certain streets (Chapter 72.43 and Schedules VI, XI, XII)
- Introductory presentations for Woodcroft Planned Development (14300-14800 block of East 186th Street) and Winslow Hills Planned Development (15300-18800 block of East 186th Street)
- Resolution SRCS-28 approving an OPOD settlement agreement
Board of Public Works & Safety
The Board will open bids for drainage improvements on North Harbour Drive and Dorchester Drive, then consider a consent agenda including the 2027 holiday schedule for city employees, police, and firefighters, as well as secondary plats for Washington Buses Park Lot and Marketplace on 145th. New business includes agreements for construction, financial services, road salt purchase, mowing/landscaping awards, sewer oversizing, road impact fee credits, and multiple temporary street closures for events. Public hearings and approvals for various contracts and service agreements are also scheduled.
- Bid opening for North Harbour Drive and Dorchester Drive drainage improvements
- Approval of 2027 holiday schedule for city employees, police, and firefighters
- Authorization to purchase 5000 tons of road salt through state quantity purchasing agreement for 2026-2027 winter
- Award of 2028 right-of-way mowing services and landscaping services
- Sewer oversizing agreement with MI Homes for Villages at Trail Crossing