BACK Why does the City of Carmel want to cut down pear trees? The Callery Pear Tree is on list of the most invasive trees in Indiana by several organizations. The tree was once thought to be sterile, but evidence shows that thanks to birds and their movements in the...
BACK With high density buildings and traffic, this is not the Carmel I moved to 21 years ago. You are correct, Carmel is not the same as it was 21 years ago. Based on real estate demands and the City’s record of excellence in public safety, quality education, public...
BACK What do I need to do to get street lights in my neighborhood? While the City of Carmel does not pay for residential street lighting, your Homeowner’s Associations (HOA) does have options. The HOA can work with Duke Energy. They can Duke’s service request line at...
BACK I see so many new filings for housing in Carmel. How is this a benefit to Carmel? Carmel is one of the best cities in America to live, work and play and there is no question people want to come here and live. But it is a fair question to ask: Does this desire...
BACK I’ve seen many new crosswalks in town. How does the city determine where and when to install these crosswalks? Pedestrian safety is a major issue for the City of Carmel as we continue to progress into a walkable city, especially in our Central Corridor....
BACK Emerging tree roots are making city paths dangerous. What is the City doing to keep paths safe for strollers and bicycles? Yes, this has become an issue on our more than 200-plus miles of trails and pathways across our city. It’s complicated, but there is a new...
