New condominiums could be breaking ground in Bloomington

Posted on March 22, 2018

The Bloomington Zoning Board of Appeals gave a recommendation for a new condo complex on Wednesday. (Photo courtesy WMBD-TV)

By DaLaun Dillard/WMBD-TV

BLOOMINGTON – A property manager is one step closer to breaking ground in Bloomington.

Bloomington’s Zoning Board of Appeals on Wednesday approved a special-use permit to build condominiums off Woodbine Road in far eastern Bloomington.

At the meeting, the developer presented his plans for the land, stating that it will include 12, three-bedroom units. The board recommended to eliminate one to two units allowing more room for green space on the property.

The property developer said he’s excited and believes this will be beneficial for the city.

“The empty land is not gonna generate enough revenue dollars,” said developer Krishna Balakrishnan. “Having houses init is gonna generate a lot more tax dollars, it’ll be more helpful for the city, the school district and everything.”

The zoning commission will take its recommendation to the Bloomington City Council which will ultimately have the final say.

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