June 22, 2026 Town of Schererville Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting

The Town of Schererville Board of Zoning Appeals held a meeting on June 22, 2026, focusing primarily on zoning variance requests related to commercial developments and signage. Key procurement-related discussions included multiple variance approvals for lighting overspill and uniformity ratios for the Family Express development at 751 Lincoln Highway. The board also approved a special use variance for a Seven Brew coffee drive-thru establishment at 990 US Highway 41, with detailed discussion on traffic management and site access. Additionally, Lamar Advertising sought and received approval to relocate an existing billboard sign to a nearby property, amid concerns about compliance with Indiana scenic byway regulations and local sign ordinances. A request for a new digital billboard by Robinson Outdoor LLC was given an unfavorable recommendation due to proximity and community concerns. Black Mountain Soda LLC received a favorable recommendation for a drive-thru variance at 1902-906 US41, with discussions on traffic flow, parking, and lighting impacts. The board also approved a developmental variance for a privacy fence at 2516 Tyiconderoga Street. Several motions passed unanimously, and the meeting included public comments addressing traffic, lighting, and community impact issues related to the proposed developments and signage.