The Nickel Plate Review Committee has delayed a vote on design plans for townhomes proposed in the Maple Del development, located just south of 116th Street near Holland Drive. Only three of the five committee members were present at the Wednesday evening meeting, and the trio voted unanimously to postpone the decision until next Thursday.

Committee member and former Fishers City Councilor Rich Block raised concerns about how the development would appear from 116th Street, calling the corridor a key gateway in the city. Block said Fishers has “missed the mark” on previous development along that stretch and indicated he would vote against the proposal in its current form.

The developer agreed to revisit the elevation changes and other design adjustments requested by the committee but expressed concern that the modifications could increase home prices. Currently, the townhomes are expected to be priced between $550,000 and $800,000.

In other business, the committee elected officers for 2025. Amanda Welu will serve as chair, with Jamie Nieves selected as vice chair.

The Nickel Plate Review Committee is responsible for reviewing projects and approving waivers from the Nickel Plate District Code, which sets development standards in the downtown area Fishers district.