HDC_01 05 2023Little Rock HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
723 West Markham Street
Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334
Phone: (501) 371-4790 Fax:(501) 399-34:35
www.littlerock.gov
LITTLE ROCK HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION
AGENDA
Thursday, January 5, 2023, 4:00 p.m.
Willie Hinton Neighborhood Resource Center, 3805 W. 12th Street
I. Roll Call
Members Present: Chair, Amber Jones
Mark Hinson
Christina Aleman
Jonathan Nunn
Tom Fennell
Amber Haugen
Staff Present: Hannah Ratzlaff
Walter Malone
Sherri Latimer
Citizens Present: Jeremiah Russell
Edward Haddock
Amy E. Jones
Delbra Caradine
Joe Flaherty
Joseph LaRue
II. Finding a Quorum
Quorum was present being six (6) in number, with one vacant position.
III. Minutes
A. December 1, 2022 Minutes
Chair Jones asked for the final approved support post product for the project
at 418-422 E 15th be shown within the minute record. Hannah Ratzlaff, Staff,
said the product was in the case staff report as an attachment and could be
placed in the minute record. Commissioner Fennell motioned to approve the
minutes as amended. Commissioner Nunn seconded. The motion passed by
a voice vote.
Notice requirements were met on all items. Notice of public hearing was
printed in a newspaper of general circulation, posted on the HDC social media
January 5, 2023 Little Rock Historic District Commission
pages, and emails were sent to interested citizens and neighborhood
associations.
IV. National Register Nominations
1. None
V. Deferred Certificates of Appropriateness
1. None
VI. New Certificates of Appropriateness
1. HDC2022-026 Rogue Architecture/McArthur Park LLC
1003 McMath Avenue, Little Rock, AR
Multi -Family New Construction
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NAME: New Multi -Family Construction
LOCATION: 1003 McMath
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
MacArthur Place LLC
909 W Main Street, PMB 136
Jacksonville, AR 72076
Rogue Architecture PLLC
300 S Spring Street, Suite 720
Little Rock, AR 72201
Figure 1. Rendering of front facade of proposed new construction at 1003 McMath, Rogue Architecture.
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AREA: 0.24 acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 WARD: 1
HISTORIC DISTRICT: MacArthur Park Historic District
HISTORIC STATUS: Non -Contributing
CURRENT ZONING: UU — Urban Use
A. BACKGROUND
Location
The subject property is located at 1003 McMath Street. The property's legal
description is "The North Half of Lot 11 and all of Lot 12, Block 5, Masonic Addition,
Pulaski County, Arkansas, Except 200 Square Feet Metropolitan Open Land for
Road Right of Way per Deed
2016-054783 2 1 N 12W."
Context
The location of the proposed new
construction has been vacant
since 1978. The site currently
shares a parcel with the structure
at 1001 McMath which was
erected in 2018. Previously, the lot
has been vacant since at least
1978 following the demolition of a
two-story residential Victorian.
The application is for the
construction of a new multi -family
structure. The owner plans to
pursue a lot split of the property in
the future with the lot configuration
shown in the site plans
(Attachment A).
The Sanborn maps (pg. 3) show
two previous structures existed on
this site at different times. The
1897 Sanborn shows a small
dwelling at the corner of loth and McMath (then McAlmont). It was a single -story
frame dwelling with a composition roof and two outbuildings.
Figure 2.1003 McMath location in MacArthur Park Historic District.
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The 1913, 1939, and 1939-1950 Sanborn maps show a large two-story frame
dwelling with a slate or metal roof. A wraparound corner front porch faced McMath
and 10th, the overall form hinting to the Queen Anne architectural style. A one-story
addition on the rear shows a composite roof as well as the detached rear auto
garage abutting the alley.
Figure 3, 1897 Sanborn .Clap, 1003 McMath.
Figure 4. 1913 Sanborn kfap, 1003 McMath.
A 1970s aerial image shows the home still standing. Sometime after 1970, the two-story
home was demolished and was shown as vacant in the 1978 Quapaw Quarter survey.
The lot was vacant until a three-story mixed -use development was constructed at the
corner in 2018.
Figure 6. 2018 Aerial Image. Arrow pointing to location of 1007
McMath historic residence.
Figure 5. 1007 McMath historic residence, 1978, QQA survey.
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The area surrounding the site includes: a Contributing single-family, two-story
historic structure in the Queen Anne style to the south; a three-story mixed -use
contemporary style structure built in 2018 to the north; MacArthur Park to the west;
and the parking lot to the 84-unit McGowan Street Apartments to the east.
Figure 7. 1001 McMath, adjacent north of property.
Figure 8. 1007 McMath, adjacent south of property.
Recent Action
On November 18, 2022 the Design Review Committee reviewed preliminary
design for new construction.
On March 5, 2022, the Board of Adjustments approved to repeal the previously
approved Planned Commercial Development (PCD) and the zoning was changed
back to UU-Urban Use. The Planning Commission approved February 5, 2022.
On November 15, 2018, a COA was issued to Page Wilson for approval of exterior
siding material change to a previously approved COA at 1001 McMath.
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On August 5, 2016, a COA application was withdrawn for the construction of two
row homes at 1003 McMath.
On August 10, 2015, a COA was denied to Page Wilson for a request to change
exterior siding material during construction of a previously approved COA.
On March 10, 2014, a COA was issued to Page Wilson for approval of a three-
story mixed-use development at 1001 McMath.
On February 10, 2014, a COA was denied for a three-story mixed-use
development at 1001 McMath.
On December 9, 2013, a COA was denied for a three-story mixed-use
development at 1001 McMath.
No other actions were found.
B. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The application request is for the construction of a multi -family, three-story, six-
unit, residential development on a flat lot at 1003 McMath, near the corner of
McMath and loth Street. See Attachment A for submitted drawings and site plan.
The application proposes a three-story, residential structure in a rectangular plan
topped with a parapet wall and sloped roof and has a projecting three-story front-
gabled facade facing McMath. The structure is residential and is not considered a
commercial property. The primary exterior cladding materials are thin brick, stucco,
and fiber cement horizontal lap siding.
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C. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
Figure 9. View of property from sidewalk, facing east.....
The property is currently a vacant lot.
See Attachment B- site photos.
Structures within the area of
influence:
Figure 10. Map of structures within the area of influence.
1001 McMath, three-story commercial new construction (adjacent to subject
property).
1007 McMath, contributing, two story Queen Anne residential built c.1900
(adjacent to subject property).
1016 McGowan Street, three story multi -family built 2006.
923 McMath, contributing, one-story Queen Anne residential built c. 1929.
712 E 1lth Street, two story Colonial Revival office building and warehouse with
large addition.
718 E loth Street, two story multi -family built 1978.
D. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
The time of distribution, there were no comments regarding this application.
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All owners of properties located within 200 feet of the site and all neighborhood
associations registered with the City of Little Rock that surround the site were
notified of the public hearing.
E. ANALYSIS:
The authority of the Little Rock Historic District Commission to review new
construction in the district is authorized by the Sections 14-172-208 of the
Arkansas state statute.
The authority of the Little Rock Historic District Commission to review new
construction in the district is authorized by the Sections Sec. 23-115 and Sec. 23-
120 of the Little Rock Municipal code.
The application is reviewed according to the guidelines outlined in the MacArthur
Park Historic District Guidelines for Rehabilitation and New Construction in Section
V. for residential infill multi -family housing found in pages 31-41 as well as Section
VII. for site design found in pages 57-63.
Detached primary new construction for residential infill is considered by these
eleven factors and each element of the proposal will be reviewed accordingly:
• Siting
• Height
• Proportion
• Rhythm
• Scale
• Massing
• Entrance Area
• Wall Areas
• Roof Area
• Fagade
• Detailing
SITING (consistent)
Siting means the location of a building in relationship to the legal boundaries and
setbacks, adjacent properties, and the natural conditions of the site.
The proposed building location is consistent with the prevailing development
patterns found within the area of influence. The building is oriented to the street
like the surrounding structures.
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The proposed building front yard setback is within 10% of the average front yard
setback of the adjacent properties and the proposed side yard setback meets the
base zoning requirement. The proposed front yard setback is 18 feet, the average
of the adjacent properties, and provides a sympathetic, gradual step back along
McMath, allowing site lines to the remaining historic structure on the block. The
proposed side yard setback is 4 feet, which is the minimum Urban Use zone
standard for structures adjacent to a single-family residence. The average side
yard setback of the adjacent properties is 4 feet, allowing a 10% variance of 1 foot,
resulting in 4 feet to 5 feet as the side yard setback including the UU minimum
requirement. Staff believes the side yard setback is compatible with the diverse
surrounding development patterns.
The rear yard setback is 47' 8" and meets the required UU setback of 25 feet when
adjacent to a single-family structure.
Concerning lot coverage, the proposed footprint is 31 % of the lot area —based on
the proposed lot split presented in the application —which is sympathetic to the
adjacent historic residence whose lot coverage is 22.5%.
HEIGHT (consistent)
Height means the vertical distance as measured through the central axis of the
building from the elevation of the lowest finished floor level to the highest point of
the building.
The maximum height for new construction is 35 feet, and the proposed building is
34' 9' tall at its highest point.
PROPORTION (partially consistent)
Proportion means the relationship of height to width of the building outline as well
as individual components.
The proposed structure is 33'6" wide and 34 '9" tall and its basic form is a massed
rectangle with a front -facing central gable form. The gable form is flanked by
porches and balconies on either side and extends 5 feet from the main mass on
the first and second story and 12 feet at the third story due to the various recesses
of the porches. The central gable form attempts to give the illusion of a smaller
facade mass and echoes the Victorian front -facing gable of 1007 McMath. Though
the base form of the proposed structure is a massive white wall rectangle, the use
of the gable form provides a transition between the adjacent modern and historic
styles.
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The proposed structure appears to rest on a concrete slab. Most residential
structures of all densities in the district have raised foundations or detailing which
hints to a visible foundation support in the cladding or through a raised front porch.
This element of a building grounds the structure visually. The proposed structure
lacks this component.
The guidelines state it is appropriate to use similar proportions, size, location, and
number of openings as buildings within the area of influence. Buildings within the
area of influence have windows on all facades. Window openings on the adjacent
historic structure are primarily one -over -one double -hung and are symmetrical and
grouped. Window openings on the adjacent commercial structure are fixed floor -
to -ceiling or irregularly sized and placed and are asymmetrical in relationship. The
proposed structure displays symmetrical, grouped, large, casement windows on
the front facade. However, the side elevations are shown with mostly short square
casement awning windows. There are no visible window openings on the rear
fagade. Each unit has only one set of regularly sized windows. Specific window
dimensions were not provided. Proportion is achieved in the front fagade and is
lost in the side and rear elevations. The structure is residential in function and
should be more consistent with surrounding residential structures in design.
RHYTHM (partially consistent)
Rhythm means a harmonious or orderly recurrence of compositional elements at
regular intervals, including the location of doors and the placement of windows,
symmetrically or asymmetrically and their relative proportion.
The rhythm of door and window placements and the pattern of spacing of primary
elements is at regular intervals. The fagade relies on symmetry with the gable as
its central axis. The rhythm and pattern of primary elements is both similar and
dissimilar to those within the area of influence. Given the circumstances of the
surrounding contrasting styles, the fagade of the proposed structure provides a
middle ground for rhythm through form simplicity, symmetrical openings, and front
fagade proportion. The side elevations of the structure rely on minimal fenestration,
changes in material, and bare elevations. Consistency of design and rhythm are
lost here.
The guidelines state it is appropriate to visually divide new buildings that are larger
than those in the area of influence to suggest smaller individual pieces. The
horizontal lines of the balconies and the grouped windows on the gabled form
partially help relate to the individual pieces and rhythm of the adjacent historic
structure. Again, this rhythm is lost on other elevations.
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SCALE (consistent)
Scale means the relative dimension, size, degree or proportion of parts of a
building to each other or group of buildings.
The proposed structure is 33'6" wide and 34 `9" tall and is sympathetically scaled,
for a three-story structure, to the diverse structures within the area of influence
while remaining sensitive to the most significant structure, 1007 McMath. A two-
story infill would be more sensitive in scale. As a three-story structure, the gable
facade assists significantly in reducing the massive appearance of the proposed
structure.
MASSING (partially consistent)
Massing means volume, magnitude or overall size of a building. Massing refers to
the overall shape of major building volumes and their composition as a whole. This
includes porches, roofs, projections, recesses, wings and ells or bays.
The proposed structure's massing is greater in volume and magnitude than the
surrounding structures. Comparatively, it exceeds the width of the adjacent
commercial structure and the height of the adjacent historic structure. However,
with the gable facade, the structure appears less massive. Material and color
further assist this illusion.
The rear and side elevations of the structure do not attempt to mitigate the
structure's overall mass or scale. Views of the structure going north on McMath
will have a greater impact concerning mass than views going south.
ENTRANCE AREAS (inconsistent)
Entrance area means the area of access to the interior of the building including the
design, location, and materials of all porches, stairs, doors, transoms, and
sidelights. Primary entrances should front directly onto the primary associated
street or the associated primary facade.
The application states that the intended primary ingress and egress for each unit
is at the rear of the building through recessed porches. These porches are
accessed by an exterior stairwell wrapped in a vertical metal screen. For this
reason, design attention was given to the front facade to resemble main entrances
at the ground level. The ground level entrance areas are located on either side of
the center gable mass and face McMath. The entrances are recessed and
secondary to the center gable mass. Typical residential structures in the area
utilize porches as the focal point of ground level facades. Multi -family structure
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utilize a shared entrance through a porch or covered area. The impression of the
center gable form as the primary facade is functionally lost with this element.
The proposed ground level entrances have cantilevered roofs supporting upper
story balconies. Additionally, the lack of porch supports fails to reinforce
compatible rhythm. Entrance openings are configured similar to storefront offices
with full lite doors directly abutting casement windows. An unidentified material is
clad beneath the casements. The proposed entrances have minimal relationship
to the street. Typical residential structures in the area, including multi -family units,
display porches or a main entrance which are an architectural element added to
the structure. Contrastingly, the entrances proposed are a void space subtracted
from the structure.
The proposed entrance height and depth are appropriate with a 10' clearance and
5' depth; however, the location, design, proportions, and rhythm of the entrance
areas are inconsistent with the guidelines.
WALL AREAS (partially consistent)
Wall area means the vertical architectural member used to define and divide space
including the kind and texture and exposure of wall sidings and trims, and the
location, number and design of all window and door openings.
The primary exterior cladding is stucco with horizontal, fiber cement siding accents.
Specific products were not provided for the stucco or siding. Submitted drawings
indicate the stucco will be painted white or very light. No texture is provided. The
siding will be horizontal lap fiber cement siding with a 5" exposure. Siding is limited
to the back half and rear of the structure. Submitted drawings indicate siding will
be manufactured black or very dark. Siding will have a smooth texture and will not
resemble wood grain.
The primary exterior cladding for the center gable is brick. The brick is
manufactured black modular thin brick. No specific product was provided; texture
and finish/coating are unknown. A textured versus a smooth finish is encouraged
to provide the facade with dimensionality and tactility celebrated in the district.
The material for the exterior cladding shown in the drawings beneath the front
facade porch windows is not indicated.
The horizontal lines of the balconies and the grouped windows on the gable form
partially help divide the stories visually in the front facade. No architectural features
or detailing divides the floor levels on the side or rear elevations.
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The rear elevation shows one defining element, an exterior stairwell wrapped in a
vertical metal screen. Two downspouts are on either side.
The guidelines state it is appropriate to orient windows and door openings vertically
and symmetrically within a given wall area. The proposed structure displays
symmetrical, grouped, large, casement windows on the front facade. The side
elevations are shown with mostly short square casement awning windows. There
are no visible window openings on the rear facade.
ROOF AREAS (partially consistent)
Roof area means the outside covering of a building or structure extending above
the vertical walls including the form, material, and texture of the roof, and including
the slope and pitch, spacing of roof covering; size, design, number and location of
dormers, the design and placement of cornices, and the size, design, material and
location of chimneys.
The primary structure is topped by a parapet wall and flat sloped roof to drain. The
roof will be covered with a TPO membrane. The parapet wall appears to be close
to 5' tall and submitted drawings indicate a black or dark metal flashing. Flat roofs
are typically characteristics of commercial structures. They are atypical for
residential structures in the district and incidences of them are accompanied by a
dominant front porch.
Figure 11. 219 E 10th, example of multi-family structure in district
with flat roof and focal point porches.
Figure 12. 215 E 10th, example of mult-family structure in district with flat roof
and focal point porches.
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The gable form roof material is metal. It is not indicated whether this will be
standing seam or corrugated. Corrugated materials are not permissible in the
Urban Use zone. Gable pitch is 12 — 9.
Concerning the area of influence, the combination of a flat roof and front -gabled
facade utilizes both adjacent roof forms of the modern commercial structure and
historic single-family residence.
FACADES (consistent)
Facade means the face of a building. Facade refers to the textural appearance of
the materials that will contribute to a building's character and appearance.
Generally, materials for new construction should match or mimic those found in
the prevailing patterns of development within the area of influence.
The facade features primarily stucco with horizontal fiber cement lap siding
accents. Texture is not provided for the stucco. The siding will have a smooth
finish. The central gable facade features manufactured black modular thin brick. A
textured versus a smooth finish is encouraged with this material to provide the
facade with dimensionality and tactility celebrated in the district. Stucco is a
common historic material for exterior cladding. Brick is a common material in the
district. Fiber cement siding is primarily seen on new construction in the district.
Figure 13. 419 E 8th, example in the district of stucco as
primary exterior material
Figure 14. 1107 Cumberland, example in district of stucco as primary
exterior material.
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Windows will either be black metal clad wood or black fiberglass. Second and third
story fagade porches show metal railings appropriate in design. Third story
porches have short cantilever awnings.
DETAILING (inconsistent)
Detailing means architectural aspects that, due to particular treatment, draw
attention to certain parts or features of a building.
The proposed structure is minimalist in detail. Material textures and finishes appear
primarily flat or smooth. The design relies on form as the primary character defining
feature.
The proposed structure lacks architectural features or detailing that visually divide
the floor levels on the side or rear elevations. It also lacks detailing that provides
texture and dimension. The district has a collective characteristic of material
sincerity and dimensionality that supports its unique sense of place. This
characteristic is often expressed in both form and detailing.
In this proposed design, the opportunities for texture and dimension are left to
opening configurations and material finishes.
Figure 15. 407 E Daisy L Gatson Bates, ivindow
configuration on new residential construction in
district.
Window openings on the central gable form
appear to have a brick header or rowlock course
sill. No other trim, lintels, or sills appear on other
openings. Moreover, windows lack muntins,
which are characteristic of residential structures
in the district. With the proposed configuration,
and doors resemble commercial openings. The
minimalistic intent of a residential infill does not
exclude its design from meeting basic detailing
compatibility within a historic district. Detailing is
simplified, but not lost.
Sustainable Technologies
None are mentioned in the application.
SITE DESIGN
Sidewalks
A sidewalk is present in front of the property and
is in poor condition.
Figure 15. 407 E Daisy L Gatson Bates, window
configuration on new residential construction in
district.
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Planned Green Space
Low maintenance trees are shown in the drawings between the sidewalk and right
of way. No hardscape items are shown or have been discussed.
Fences and Retaining Walls
A front yard 36" metal fence is proposed along the front property line and connects
coplanar to the front facade. To provide tenant with more yard space and mimic
typical front yard fencing locations in the district, staff suggests the side fence lines
be taken to the side property lines. A gate is not indicated in the submitted drawing
for property access, but is encouraged. Though the main entrance for tenants is
directed to the rear when the mode is vehicular, a pedestrian environment should
be made available for the front fagade, including a path to the ground level porches
from the sidewalk.
The guidelines allow 40' front yard fences and the proposed fence is consistent
with the guidelines.
Lighting
No exterior lighting is identified in the submission.
Parking Areas
A parking pad for nine (9) spaces is shown at the rear of the property with an apron
connector to the alley. Parking areas should be visibly screened with landscaping.
Curb Cuts
No curb cuts are proposed.
Mechanical Systems
HVAC units are proposed to be located near the north elevation between the
structure and north property line. Units should not be readily visible from the street
and should be screened with shrubbery or fencing.
Electrical and Gas Meters:
All meters are located on the rear facade.
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Garbage collector:
A dumpster enclosed by a metal gate is located in the rear of the property at the
northeastern edge of the rear parking pad.
No satellite dishes, solar collectors, recreational structures, or signs are mentioned
in the application.
DESGIN REVIEW COMMITTEE COMMENTS
The applicant and agent attended the November 18, 2022, pre -application
meeting. The comments from the Design Review Committee can be found as
Attachment C. The initial submission was replaced with an updated submission
during the meeting.
SUMMARY OF STAFF ANALYSIS
The application proposes a three-story, residential structure in a rectangular plan
topped with a parapet wall and sloped roof and has a projecting three-story front -
gabled facade facing McMath. The structure is residential and is not considered a
commercial property. The primary exterior cladding materials are thin brick, stucco,
and fiber cement horizontal lap siding.
The proposed structure is consistent with the guidelines in the factors of siting,
height, scale and facade components. It is partially consistent in proportion,
rhythm, massing, wall areas, and roof areas. It is inconsistent with the guidelines
in entrance areas and detailing.
The project could be more consistent by modifying the following:
• Providing a visual element at the base of the structure to resemble a
higher foundation and ground the structure. See 215 E 10t' for a stucco
example.
• Increase number of full-sized windows on the side elevations and provide
window configurations with muntins.
•Modify ground floor entrances to have a greater relationship to the street
and reduce the commercial appearance of the entrances, either through
porch supports, pathways or paving from the porches to sidewalks, a
different door configuration, or another creative solution.
• Provide detailing on side elevations between floor levels.
• Utilize textured brick to regain tactility in the design.
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F. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval, with the following conditions:
1. Obtain a building permit.
2. Any changes to the elevations of the building in any phase of
permitting process and construction process by reviewed by HDC Staff
3. Increase number of full-sized windows on the side elevations and
provide window configurations with muntins.
4. Provide detailing on side elevations between floor levels.
5. Textured brick will be used in the central gamble form.
6. Parking area is screened with landscaping facing loth street.
7. HVAC units will be screened with landscaping facing McMath Avenue.
8. The gable roof material will be a standing seam metal rather than a
corrugated metal.
G. COMMISSION ACTION: January 5, 2023
Hannah Ratzlaff, Staff, made a presentation to the Commission. Chair Jones invited the
applicant to make a presentation. Jeremiah Russell, architect and authorized agent,
spoke to the Commission. He said they were favorable to most of staffs conditions for
approval. Mr. Russell announced that he brought new and updated elevations of the
project to the meeting that integrated several of staffs conditions, such as: full sized
windows on the front section of the side elevations which are more visible from the public
right of way and horizontal scoring in the stucco to provide visual differentiation of the
floor levels. He stated the only condition that they were less favorable to was the condition
to provide window configurations with muntins. He then welcomed questions from the
Commission.
Commissioner Nunn asked if Mr. Russell was agreeable to staffs condition number (8),
that the roof of the gable section be standing seam rather than corrugated. Mr. Russell
said they were agreeable and standing seam metal was the intended material.
Commissioner Fennell asked if Mr. Russell had any other issues with staff recommended
conditions other than the muntins. Mr. Russell said he did not.
Chair Jones asked staff to go over each of the staff recommended conditions for clarity.
Staff restated that there were eight conditions listed. Four of these conditions were
standard for new construction (#1 and #2) and/or were site design standards outlined in
the guidelines not directly mentioned in the application (#6 and #7). The other conditions
(#3 and #4) are recommended to bring the application closer to new construction
expectations and compatibility outlined in the design guidelines. For condition number 8,
the application did not directly state the intended material of the gable roof. The base
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zoning of the property, UU (Urban Use), specifically prohibits corrugated materials in new
construction and the design guidelines discourage its use.
Mr. Russell offered to show the Commission the new elevations that reflect the recent
changes made (show here as Attachment A). The Commission passed the digitals
drawings around. Chair Jones asked if Staff had these new elevations. Staff said they did
not, and stated that the drawings will need to be shown to Commissioner Aleman
(attending via WebEx). Staff, Walter Malone, advised that the changes be noted verbally
for the record and for Commissioner Aleman. Commissioner Fennell described the new
elevations. The Commission discussed the changes. Mr. Edward Haddock, applicant and
property owner, addressed the Commission and said he hopes the application is
approved and thanked the Commission for their time.
Chair Jones asked Ms. Ratzlaff, Staff, if the National Register resource form for the
adjacent Victorian at 1007 McMath was listed as two-story structure. Commissioner
Fennell said the house's attic had been converted into an upper room and functioned as
a two-story. Chair Jones said that it was more similar to a one and one-half story structure
and she would not look at it and say it was two -stories. Jones said it matters for the visual
context considering new construction that the Victorian be recognized as less than two -
stories, especially since the proposed new construction next door is proposed as three
stories. She stated it was misleading to identify the structure as two-story. Staff said they
understood and agreed.
Chair Jones asked for public comment on the application. No one from the public sought
to speak on the item. Commissioner Fennell made a motion to approve the application
with staff's recommendation, excluding the condition of muntins in the windows, and
complimented Staff on a thorough report. Commissioner Hinson seconded the motion.
The motion passed with a vote of 6 ayes, 0 noes, and 1 vacant position.
Chair Jones congratulated the applicant, welcomed Mr. Haddock to the neighborhood,
and said if any changes during construction occur, make sure to meet with Staff.
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Attachment A
Final Approved Elevations
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VII. Other Matters
A. CAMP Training — Legal Basics — Catherine Barrier
Staff informed the Commission that the CAMP Training presentation is
rescheduled to the March 2, 2023 meeting per Mrs. Barrier's request.
B. Enforcement Issues
Staff had none to report to the Commission.
C. Certificates of Compliance
None were issued in the last month.
D. Resolution of Support Update
Staff shared that a date had not been scheduled yet for the Commission
to present their Resolution of Support for a grant program and additional
technical assistance to property owners to the Board of Directors. Staff
would update the Commission when a date is scheduled.
Chair Jones asked if the presentation had been sent out to the full
Commission. Staff said they sent it out in November or December but
could provide it to everyone again.
Commissioner Fennell thanked Staff for also sharing relevant educational
articles, particularly on imitation slate roofs. Staff said she would continue
to forward and share NAPC articles with the Commission.
E. New HDC Logo
Staff shared that Commissioner Hinson has offered to design a new logo
for the Commission pro bono through MHP/Team SI, a marketing firm
and advertising agency headquartered in Little Rock.
Commissioner Hinson said his team is excited to work on the project and
they will be meeting with Staff to narrow down the designs. From there,
they'll present the design to the Commission. Commissioner Fennell and
Chair Jones said they were excited to see a new logo.
F. Spring CAMP Training Opportunity
Staff shared that the AHPP is hosting another CAMP training on April 28th
and encouraged any Commissioners who have not yet attended a
training to try and attend this one.
G. Citizen Communication
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Staff introduced Amy Jones and Joseph LaRue, Capitol Zoning District
staff, to the Commission. Mrs. Jones and Mr. LaRue were attending the
public hearing to see how the Little Rock HDC functioned.
Chair Jones opened the meeting to Citizen Communication. Debra
Caradine, 1001 Cumberland Street, spoke to the Commission about the
demolition that was approved in September 2022 at 1003-1007
Cumberland Street, adjacent to her home. Mrs. Caradine said the
demolition caused damage to her property through ground disturbance.
The solarium on the south side of the structure cracked in several places
during the demolition process. She said she spoke with Staff previously
about the matter and wanted to ask to Commission how they monitor or
regulate the demolition process after approval. Staff responded that the
Historic District Commission was a review body and the inspection of
demolitions is the responsibility of the City's Planning and Development
Department through the City's inspection staff. All demolitions must seek
a demolition permit which requires a sewer seal, an Arkansas state
contractor's license, a business license, and a surety bond.
Chair Jones added that the project is issued a Stop Work Order if it is out
of compliance with the approved COA. Chair Jones asked staff if the
Commission has reviewed proposed new construction on the lot yet. Staff
said that an application had not been submitted for new construction yet.
Chair Jones apologized to Mrs. Caradine for her experience with the
demolition and said she hoped the matter was resolved in her favor with
the insurance company. Chair Jones said the applicant has yet to come
back to the Commission with a new construction proposal. Mrs. Caradine
ask how she would be notified of the new construction application. Staff
explained the public notice process and said Mrs. Caradine should
receive a letter providing public notice of the application and the hearing
date. Staff reminded Mrs. CaradinE> to make sure her preferred mailing
address was correct with the County Assessor's Office to ensure that the
letter is not sent to her PO box again. Staff said that she would add Mrs.
Caradine to the interested party mailing list used to provide a courtesy
notification about one week before the public hearing.
Walter Malone, Staff, encouraged Mrs. Caradine that when she received
public notice, to signa and send back the certified mail confirmation. Mr.
Malone said that Mrs. Caradine could also find the HDC meeting
agendas, and all other Commission agendas, on the City's website if she
wished and described the staff report, item notification, and Commission
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review process. Chair Jones thanked Mrs. Caradine for bringing the issue
to the Commission's attention.
Commission Nunn asked Staff if they've heard any news since the Board
passed the 2023 budget concerning allocations for the grant program
submitted by the HDC. Hannah Ratzlaff, Staff, shared the there was no
direct allocations to the Commission's request; however, it is not a done
deal. Amendments can be made to the budget. She added that the
Planning & Development Department had requested funds for a number
of new positions and none of these were included in the budget. Malone,
Staff, added that the department had submitted request for funding of
several items for 2023 and zero were included in the final budget. The
department budget is the same for 2023 as it was for 2022. There were
no cuts but no increases. Malone clarified that the Commission could still
make requests of the Board and an amendment could be made to the
budget.
Commissioner Aleman asked if it was possible to reallocate funds within
the budget, how common this was, and if it required an amendment. Mr.
Malone confirmed that it would require an amendment depending on the
amount.
Commissioner Nunn asked when they should expect to present to the
Board. Hannah Ratzlaff, Staff, said there is no set date for the
presentation yet, but the local ordinance district is set to be heard by the
Board at the February 7th meeting.
VIII. Adjournment
There was a motion to adjourn, and the meeting ended at 4:41 pm.
Attest:
Chair Date
Staff Date