Rail operator asks feds to run freight trains on Nickel Plate line
Ohio-based U.S. Rail Holdings has asked the Federal Surface Transportation Board to force the line’s owners to sell the railroad line.
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Roundup: Southern cuisine eatery planned for Carmel house; Bier Brewery, Dunkin adding locations
Juniper on Main would recast the vacant house on Main Street as a restaurant featuring food common to the South Carolina and Georgia coasts. Also this week: the latest on Tire Discounters, Linden Tree Gifts and Pro Wake Watersports.
Builder proposes 237-home development that would save historic Carmel house
The Old Town Design Group plans to build 103 single-family homes and 134 townhouse or condominium units on Carmel’s north side.
Noblesville to open up 125 acres for development
The city is planning extensive infrastructure work for Olio from 141st to 146th streets that officials hope will make vacant land in the area more marketable.
Emmis preparing to put 70 acres along I-65 up for sale
Emmis Communications is seeking rezoning for 70 acres of land it owns in booming Whitestown to make it more marketable.
Carmel entertainment business moving to bigger digs in Westfield
The 50,000-square-foot facility on the southwest corner of State Road 32 and U.S. 31 will feature laser tag, bowling, axe throwing, an indoor ropes course, and an outdoor miniature golf course—as well as a restaurant and bar.
Pittman laying groundwork for office project at 106th and Illinois streets
Developer Steve Pittman is asking Carmel officials to rezone five acres of residential land located just one block from the vast North Meridian Street office corridor.
Hamilton County economic development agency changes mission
The not-for-profit’s board recently approved a new mission—aimed at potential employees, rather than employers—and voted to eliminate the position of CEO and president.
Developer planning three major industrial buildings in rural Zionsville
Carmel-based Becknell Industrial wants to construct more than 1 million square feet of space in total.
Developer proposes 300-unit, 15-building apartment complex in Noblesville
Justus Cos. acquired 90 acres of land near the intersection in 2013 and now thinks the time is right to develop them.
Groups launch planning for redevelopment of White River in Marion, Hamilton counties
Visit Indy, the Indianapolis Department of Metropolitan Development and Visit Hamilton County are leading the effort in partnership with other communities.
Carmel board gives Lucases another month to settle party problems
Forrest and Charlotte Lucas have continued to host big parties, fundraisers and soirees at their West 116th Street estate, despite losing an effort to gain zoning approval for the events.
Builder proposes neighborhood for Fishers site once pitched for assisted-living facility
The units in Overlook at the White River, slated for 146th Street and Allisonville Road, would target empty nesters looking for low-maintenance abodes.
Fishers seeks input on plans for Geist park, beach
More than a year after Mayor Scott Fadness announced plans to build a 70-acre waterfront park at the far-east end of the reservoir, the city can now move forward.
Noblesville announces 10 capital improvement projects
The projects span the entire city and address infrastructure, public safety and economic development needs.
Developer proposes $14M income-based apartment complex in Fishers
RealAmerica Development LLC plans to build seven buildings near Interstate 69 featuring apartments that would rent to tenants earning about $27,000 to $41,000 a year.
Carmel council updates solicitation ordinance to exclude minors
The Carmel City Council on Monday night updated its solicitation ordinance for a second time after unintentionally requiring minors to undergo background checks to raise funds.
Huge spec warehouse planned for Whitestown
Roundup: A developer plans to build a warehouse with room to expand. Plus: A swanky rooftop bar is planned for Carmel and a Japanese steak house is coming to Noblesville.
Conner Prairie plans to give White River key role in museum’s future
As the organization’s leaders plan for the next two decades, they’re targeting the 3.3 miles of the White River that runs through their property for new experiences and attractions.
Q&A: Allegion Ventures president focuses on fostering innovation
Rob Martens oversees a new $50 million venture capital fund, investing in early-stage companies focused on innovative technologies and products in the security field.