Barnette v. US Architects, LLP

OPINION

CRONE, Judge.

Case Summary

Carmel residents Albert D. Bowen and Julie A. Bowen hired U.S. Architects to design what the Carmel Zoning Ordinance (“the Ordinance”) categorizes as an accessory building. The Bowens submitted the design plans to the Carmel Department of Community Services (“the DCS”), which issued a building permit and a certifícate of occupancy. The Bowens’ neighbors, Joseph D. Barnette, Jr., and Charlene Bar-nette, complained to the DCS about the height of the Bowens’ building. The DCS notified the Bowens that their building violated the height limits of the Ordinance and…