Historic Indian Village

Waynedale, Fort Wayne, Indiana

FAQ

Answers to common questions about the Indian Village Community Association and our neighborhood.

Is the IVCA a mandatory HOA?

No. The IVCA is a voluntary neighborhood association governed by the IVCA Constitution and Bylaws (2024) under Indiana Code 32-25.5. A community survey conducted in 2022-2023 with 155 verified respondents (out of 495 properties) confirmed the community’s preference for a voluntary association. Membership and dues are optional — the Board cannot impose fees or liens on private property, and no decisions made by the membership affect non-members.

How do I join or pay dues?

Membership is open to all adult residents (including renters) and property owners in the Indian Village Neighborhood. Annual dues are $20, payable at any time during the calendar year. Membership expires December 31 each year. To pay dues or learn more, email the board.

What do my dues pay for?

The IVCA’s primary expenses are entrance monument lighting (~$20/month) and community improvement projects like the entrance wall restoration. Monthly financial reports are published on the Financial Reports page for full transparency.

Who is on the board?

The current Board of Directors is listed on the About Us page. The Board consists of 5–7 members elected by the membership, with officers (President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary) elected by the Board. Board meetings are open to all Indian Village residents.

What are the covenants / CC&Rs?

Indian Village was developed across eight separate subdivisions between 1927 and 1956, each with its own set of recorded covenants. These historical covenants have either expired or lack enforceable mechanisms. In January 2024, the IVCA adopted a new Constitution and Bylaws, filed with the Allen County Recorder, which serves as the sole current governing document for the association. The historical covenants are preserved for reference on the Documents page. For more background on the legal history, see our Survey and Voluntary Association post.

What is the neighborhood’s governing document?

The IVCA Constitution and Bylaws (2024), adopted January 24, 2024 and filed with the Allen County Recorder. It establishes the association’s structure, membership, Board of Directors, elections, dues, meetings, and bylaws in a single document. It supersedes the 2015 Bylaws and all prior governing documents. Read or download it on the Documents page.

Is Indian Village on the National Register of Historic Places?

Yes. The Indian Village Historic District was listed on the National Register in December 2009. The district encompasses 481 contributing buildings and is significant as a 20th-century automobile suburb. Note: the Historic District designation does not cover all sections of the Indian Village Neighborhood — specifically, Section F (Indian Hills Drive) and Indian Hills Extended Addition (Enola Court) are not included. Learn more on the History page.

Where is the neighborhood boundary?

The Indian Village Neighborhood consists of eight sections developed between 1927 and 1956. It is bounded roughly by Nuttman Avenue to the north, Bluffton Road to the east, Engle Road to the south, and the Norfolk Southern railroad right-of-way to the west. See the Neighborhood Map page or the Assessor’s Map for details.

How do I report a problem to the city?

Use Fort Wayne 311 for non-emergency city services like potholes, streetlights, code enforcement, trash, and more:

For police and fire, see the Public Safety page.

How do I report a blocked railroad crossing?

Use the FRA’s online tool at fra.dot.gov/blockedcrossings or call the Norfolk Southern Railroad Police at 800-453-2530.

What school serves Indian Village?

Indian Village Elementary School (Fort Wayne Community Schools) is located at 3835 Wenonah Lane, within the neighborhood. Middle school students attend Kekionga Middle School, and high school students attend South Side High School.

Is there a community pool?

Yes. Pocahontas Swim Club (Poco Pool) is located at 3020 Ojibway Trail, within the neighborhood. It’s Fort Wayne’s original swim club, open since 1961. The pool is open daily 12:30-8:30 from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Memberships are available on their website.

How do I stay informed?

Have a question not listed here? Email the board and we’ll get back to you.