The Fishers City Council is revisiting its recently enacted property maintenance code after a new Indiana Court of Appeals decision prompted changes in how such ordinances must be enforced.

City Attorney Lindsey Bennett told council members Monday that the ruling requires cities to be more explicit about the “punitive” measures included in their codes. That means detailing how violations are issued, how much time property owners have to correct issues, and how follow-up inspections will be conducted.

As part of the update, the Fishers ordinance now specifies that daily fines may be assessed, with penalties accumulating for each day a violation remains unresolved.

Councilor Tiffany Ditlevson questioned Bennett about how the city handles errors in violation findings, pointing to a case brought to her attention. Mayor Scott Fadness said his staff would review the situation.

Other Council Business

• Cornerstone Lutheran Church Preschool: The church, located on 116th Street west of Olio Road, is seeking a “Special Exception” to operate a preschool on its property, which is currently zoned residential. The proposal advanced after Councilor Bill Stuart provided the one vote needed to move the measure past first reading. Councilors Todd Zimmerman and Pete Peterson voiced opposition. A final vote is expected in September.

• Weathertight Roofing Rezone: The council approved a rezone for property at 13600 E. 118th Street, clearing the way for Weathertight Roofing to build an office, showroom, and shop with storage space.

• Voting Centers: Former Town Councilor Mike Colby spoke during public comment in support of establishing countywide voting centers, saying they would simplify election administration and improve voter access. The issue is currently before the Hamilton County Election Board.

• AgriPark Concerns: A resident raised objections to the city’s plan for a second AgriPark near Indianapolis Metropolitan Airport, citing concerns about lead contamination and the adequacy of testing at the site.