boa_12 14 2015LITTLE ROCK BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
SUMMARY OF MINUTES
DECEMBER 14,2015
2:00 P.M.
I.Roll Call and Finding of a Quorum
A Quorum was present being five (5)in number.
II.Approval of the Minutes of the Previous Meetings
The Minutes of the October 26,2015 meeting were
approved.
III.Members Present:Jeff Yates,Chairman
Brad Wingfield,Vice Chairman
Carolyn Lindsey Polk
Rajesh Mehta
Robert Tucker
Members Absent:None
City Attorney Present:Debra Weldon
LITTLE ROCK BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
AGENDA
DECEMBER 14,2015
2:00 P.M.
I.OLD BUSINESS:
A.Z-3371-AAA 600 Colonel Glenn Plaza
B.Z-3077-B 1723 N.Pierce Street
11.NEW BUSINESS:
1.Z-3915-C 12024 Interstate 30
2.Z-7803-A 5819 Hawthorne Road
3.Z-9095 1821 N.Tyler Street
DECEMBER 14,2015
ITEM NO A
File No.:Z-3371-AAA
Owner:Playtime Partnership,LLC
Applicant:Mark Redden,Holloway Engineering
Address:600 Colonel Glenn Plaza Loop
Description:South end of Colonel Glenn Plaza Loop
Zoned:C-3
Variance Requested:Variances are requested from the sign provisions of Section
36-555 to allow a ground-mounted sign with increased
height and area.
Justification:The applicant's justification is presented in an attached letter.
Present Use of Property:Restaurant with inside amusement
Proposed Use of Property:Restaurant with inside amusement
STAFF REPORT
A.Public Works Issues:
No Comments
B.~Staff Anal sis:
The C-3 zoned property at 600 Colonel Glenn Plaza Loop is occupied by a
Playtime Pizza facility.The property is located near the south end of Colonel
Glenn Plaza Loop,south of the Rave Theater.A two-story commercial building
housing the pizza restaurant/arcade is located within the west half of the property.Paved parking is located on the north and east sides of the building.
On February 25,2001 the Board of Adjustment approved variances for increased
sign height and area for a subdivision sign along the east property line (I-430
frontage)of 600 Colonel Glenn Plaza Loop.The sign was approved with a
maximum height of 50 feet and an area of approximately 400 square feet.The
sign has been installed and is internally lighted.The sign is to contain the names
of businesses within the Glenn Ridge Crossing Subdivision.The sign variances
were approved with the following conditions:
1.A sign permit must be obtained for the sign.
2.There are to be no other ground-mounted signs within the Glenn Ridge
Crossing Subdivision located along 1-430 frontage of the Subdivision.
DECEMBER 14,2015
ITEM NO.'CON'T.
On August 30,2010 the Board of Adjustment unanimously denied a request to
increase the height of the previously approved sign from 50 feet to 75 feet.The
sign area was to remain the same.The Planning Staff did not support the
increased height.
Section 36-555(a)(2)of the City's Zoning Ordinance allows a maximum sign height
of 36 feet and a maximum sign area of 160 square feet for signs in commercial
zoning districts.The applicant is back before the Board requesting to replace the
previously approved sign with a new electronic sign,as noted on the attached site
plan and sign graphics.The new proposed sign will be 320 square feet in area
and 75 feet in height.The applicant proposes that the new sign serve not only the
Glenn Ridge Crossing Subdivision,but also the businesses on the entire southeast
portion of the Colonel Glenn/1-430 intersection.See the applicant's attached cover
letter for a list of the businesses.The increased height is being proposed so that
the sign can be seen above the tree line by north and south bound 1-430 traffic.
Staff is not supportive of the requested sign height variance.Staff feels the
previous approval of a 50 foot sign height was fairly generous.The requested sign
height of 75 feet is over twice the height allowed for commercial signage,including
billboards in commercial zones.Additionally,the sign is located along interstate
430 which is designated as a scenic corridor and allows no billboard signs.
Although the proposed sign is not a billboard,staff believes that the sign violates
the spirit and intent of the scenic corridor designation.The City's Board of
Directors designates a roadway a scenic corridor because the roadway "exhibits
special aesthetic and visual characteristics worthy of protection".Staff believes the
existing sign height does allow some visibility from 1-430.Staff feels that
increasing the sign height to 75 feet at this location would have a negative impact
on I-430's designation as a scenic cordidor by triggering other businesses in theareatorequestsimilarsignheights.
Additionally,the previous approval was for a subdivision multiple tenant
identification sign.Similar type signs have been approved for major shoppingcenterdevelopmentsintheCity.As prepared by the applicant,the sign is to
identify not just the businesses within Glenn Ridge Crossing Subdivision but also
the businesses on the entire southeast portion of the interchange.In staffs
opinion,this creates an off premises sign which is specifically prohibited on the
scenic corndor.
C.Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends denial of the requested sign height and area variances
associated with the new proposed subdivision sign.
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DECEMBER 14,2015
ITEM NO.:A CON'T
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT (July 27,2015)
Staff informed the Board that the applicant requested this application be deferred to the
August 31,2015 agenda,based on the fact that the applicant would not be present.
Staff supported the deferred request.
The item was placed on the Consent Agenda for deferral to the August 31,2015
agenda as recommended by staff.The vote was 4 ayes,0 nays and 1 absent.The
application was deferred.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT (August 31,2015)
Steve Landers was present,representing the application.There were no objectors
present.Staff presented the application with a recommendation of denial.
Steve Landers addressed the Board in support of the application.He noted that there
would be few changes to the existing sign.He referred to the UCraina sign which was
recently placed along Colonel Glenn Road and presented a photo to the Board.He
explained reasons for the proposed sign.
Chairman Yates explained that the proposed sign described by Mr.Landers was
nothing like the graphics submitted for the application and presented to the Board.Mr.
Landers noted that the graphics presented were not of the sign he wished to construct.
Mr.Landers asked to defer the application in order to provide a different sign design.
Staff supported a deferral to the September 28,2015 agenda.There was a brief
discussion of the deferral.
There was a motion to defer the application to the September 28,2015 agenda.The
motion passed by a vote of 5 ayes,0 nays and 0 absent.The application was deferred.
~Staff U date:
On September 14,2015 the applicant submitted revised sign graphics to staff for the
proposed commercial sign at 600 Colonel Glenn Plaza Loop.As shown on the attached
graphics,the proposed sign will have backlit panels and will not be an electronic
message sign.The sign now has a more typical commercial sign design,and does not
have the appearance of a billboard.The area of the proposed sign has been increased
from 320 square feet to 600 square feet.The proposed sign height has increased from
75 feet to 85 feet.The applicant notes that 30 feet of the sign will be visible above the
existing tree line along I-430.The silhouette of the sign which will be visible above the
tree line will be 900 square feet in area.
Staff continues to recommend denial of the requested sign area and height variances
for the reasons noted in the aStafl Analysis"(paragraph B.).Staff continues to believe
that the proposed sign will have a negative impact on I-430's designation as a scenic
corridor.With respect to other commercial subdivision signs,some mentioned at the
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DECEMBER 14,2015
ITEM NO:A CON'T.
last meeting,following is what has been approved by the Board of Adjustment or
Planning Commission:
~Shackleford Crossing
Shackleford frontage:36 feet in height/380 square feet
1-430 frontage:36 feet in height/380 square feet
~Gateway Town Center
1-430 frontage:49.5 feet in height/740 square feet
Otter Creek Road frontage:25 feet in height/370 square feet
~Mabelvale Plaza
1-30 frontage:30 feet in height/266 square feet
Mabelvale Pike frontage:34 feet in height/310 square feet
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT (September 28,2015)
Mark Redder and Brian Carney were present,representing the application.There were
no objectors present.Staff presented the revised application with a recommendation of
denial.
Mark Redder addressed the Board in support of the application.He explained that the
previously approved sign was 50 feet in height,and that the current proposal met the
intent of the previous application.Brian Carney explained that the proposed sign height
and area was due to the topography of the site and the trees within the right-of-way of I-
430.Mr.Redder noted that the existing sign was visible for only a fraction of a second
from 1-430 traffic.Mr.Carney explained that the top 30 feet of the proposed sign would
be visible above the tree line.There was a brief discussion regarding the proposed sign
height.
Carolyn Lindsey-Polk asked if the Highway Department had been contacted regarding
tree cutting.Mr.Redder explained that the Highway Department would not allow tree
cutting for businesses.
Chairman Yates explained that he understood the issue of the proposal.He noted that
the scenic corridor was established by the Board of Directors,and that he would not
vote to approve something that would oppose the scenic corridor designation.There
was additional discussion regarding the proposed sign height and area.
There was additional discussion pertaining to the possibility of a different zoning
action/application to include the sign request.
Mr.Carney asked to defer the application to the October 26,2015 agenda to explore
the option of a different application.
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DECEMBER 14,2015
ITEM NO.:A CON'T
There was a motion to defer the application to the October 26,2015 agenda.The vote
was 3 ayes,1 nay and 1 absent.The application was deferred.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT (October 26,2015)
Staff informed the Board that the applicant submitted a letter to staff requesting this
application be deferred to the December 14,2015 agenda.Staff supported the deferral
request.
The item was placed on the Consent Agenda for deferral to the December 14,2015
agenda as recommended by staff.The vote was 3 ayes,0 nays and 2 absent.The
application was deferred.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT (December 14,2015)
Staff informed the Board that the application needed to be deferred to the January 25,
2016 agenda based on the fact that staff needed to provide more information to the
Board regarding a revised application and revised staff recommendation.
The item was placed on the Consent Agenda for deferral to the January 25,2016
agenda as recommended by staff.The vote was 5 ayes,0 nays and Oabsent.The
application was deferred.
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Ijg)ERS Q TOYOTA SCION
September 14,2015
City of Little Rock
Board of Adjustment
500 West Markham Street
Little Rock,AR 72201
RE:Item 2-3371-AAA —Sign Variance Request
Dear Board Members,
Please find attached a rendering of the proposed sign.The sign consists of two outside masts with a center
directory containing 10 equally spaced placards.These placards will consist of backlit acrylic panels.Businesses
within the subdivision will be able to use either one or two of these horizontal sections.As you will see,we are not
proposing an electronic message board.
We'e created the attached three-dimensional rendering in order to accurately depict how the sign will actually
look within the existing topography.During this process of developing this drawing,it became clear that the sign
area and height would need to be increased if the individual placards were to be legible.We are requesting that the
sign be 600sf in total area.For the entire sign to be legible with the proposed sign area,it will need to be 85'n
total height.At 85'all,only about 30'f the sign is actually visible.
We are requesting these variances because of the obstructing tree line.The sign was approved at 50'o provide
some visibility in 2001.However,it was only constructed to 45'.The trees have matured in the interim.We
understand that the requested 85'n height is taller than normally allowed,however other subdivision signs have
been granted variances due to obstructions.We believe the height of the sign relative to the adjacent obstructions
is in keeping with the intent of the ordinance.
We apologrze for any confusion in this matter and appreciate you taking the time to review our revised design.We
look forward to meeting with you again on the 28
Steve Landers
I 0825 COLONEL GLENN ROAD LITTLE ROCK AR 72204 PRONE:501 568.5800 TOLL FREE 877 946.5800
www.isndersloyole.corn
www lendersscron.corn
DECEMBER 14,2015
ITEM NO '
File No.:Z-3077-B
Owner/Applicant:Steve Craig
Address:1723 N.Pierce Street
Description:Lot 10,Block 22,Mountain Park Addition
Zoned:R-2
Variance Requested:A variance is requested from the fence provisions of Section
36-516 to allow a fence which exceeds the maximum height
allowed.
Justification:The applicant's justification is presented in an attached letter.
Present Use of Property:Single Family Residential
Proposed Use of Property:Single Family Residential
STAFF REPORT
A.Public Works Issues:
No Comments.
B.~fftaff Anal ala:
The R-2 zoned property at 1723 N.Pierce Street is occupied by a one-story frame
single family residence.The property is located at the southeast corner of N.Pierce Street and Cantrell Road,and previously housed a Masonic lodge.A one-car wide driveway is located at the southwest corner of the lot.The driveway
extends along the south side of the residence to a parking pad in the rear yardarea.
The applicant recently remodeled the existing structure and converted it to a single
family residence.As part of the project,a new wood fence was constructed alongthenorth(side)property line and east (rear)property line,enclosing the rear yardarea.The fence along the north property line 7.5 feet in height;six (6)foot highwoodpickets,with 1.5 feet of wood lattice on top.The fence along the east
property line is a standard six (6)foot high wood fence.
Section 36-516(e)(1)a.of the City's Zoning Ordinance allows a maximum fence
height of four (4)feet for fences located between street fronting property lines andrequiredbuildingsetbacklines.Six (6)foot high fences are allowed elsewhere ontheproperty.Therefore,the applicant is requesting a variance to allow the 7.5 foot
DECEMBER 14,2015
ITEM NO.:B CON'T.
high wood fence and a portion of the six (6)foot high fence along the north (side)
street fronting property line and a portion of the east (rear)property line,between
the 4.65 foot required side building setback and the Cantrell Street right-of-way.
Staff is supportive of the requested fence height variance.Staff views the request
as reasonable.The proposed 7.5 foot high fence along the north property line will
help in buffering the property from the noise and light generated from traffic along
Cantrell Road.The proposed fence height will not be out of character with the
general area.There are numerous fences and walls along the Cantrell Road
property lines of residences which are eight (8)to ten (10)feet in height.Staff
believes the proposed fence with increased height will have no adverse impact on
the adjacent properties or general area.
C.Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the requested fence height variance,as filed.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT (October 26,2015)
Staff informed the Board that the application needed to be deferred to the December 14,2015 agenda based on the fact that the applicant failed to complete the required
notifications to surrounding property owners.
The item was placed on the Consent Agenda for deferral to the December 14,2015
agenda as recommended by staff.The vote was 3 ayes,0 nays and 2 absent.The
application was deferred.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT (December 14,2015)
The applicant was present.There were no objectors present.Staff presented the
application with a recommendation of approval.There was no further discussion.
The item was placed on the Consent Agenda for approval as recommended by staff.
The vote was 5 ayes,0 nays and 0 absent.The application was approved.
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Craig Custom Construction
2200 Brookwood Dr Suite 110 Little Rock,AR 72210 [301-744-4383
I davidCWcraighomes.com
October 1,2015
City of Little Rock
Permits and Planmng
723 W Markham
Little Rock,AR
To whom it may concern:
!would like to formally request a variance to allow for the placement of a fence on the north side of the property at 1723
N Pierce that spans from the corner of the structure all the way to the northeast property pin.The fence will be a standard
6 foot picket with 18"of decorative lattice on top.The purpose of tins fence will be to block noise from Cantrell as well as
protecting pets and children fi om the busy street.
Sincerely.
Steve Craig
President
Craig Custom Construcnon
DECEMBER 14,2015
ITEM NO.:1
File No.:Z-3915-C
Owner:Fletcher Realty,LLC
Applicant:Greg Criner,Lamar
Address:12024 Interstate 30
Description:North side of 1-30,south of Otter Creek Road
Zoned:C-4
Variance Requested:A variance is requested from the sign provisions of Section
36-556 to allow an off-premise sign with increased height.
Justification:The applicant's justification is presented in an attached letter.
Present Use of Property:Undeveloped
Proposed Use of Property:Future Commercial Development
STAFF REPORT
A.Public Works Issues:
No Comments.
B.S~tffAn I
The C-4 zoned property at 12024 Interstate 30 is currently undeveloped and
partially paved and partially gravel covered.The property was previously used
as truck and trailer parking/storage for Cal Ark Trucking.Cal Ark Trucking has
moved its facilities to the south,across 1-30,to the old Affiliated Foods site.
The applicant proposes to construct a new off-premise billboard sign at the
southwest corner of the subject property,as noted on the attached site sketch
and area zoning map.The billboard is proposed to be 360 square feet in area,
with a height of 45 feet.The proposed billboard will be located 45 feet back from
the south (I-30 frontage)property line.
Section 36-556(a)(2)of the City's Zoning Ordinance allows a maximum height of
35 feet for billboards in C-4 zoning.Therefore,the applicant is requesting a
variance to allow the proposed billboard with a height of 45 feet.The applicant
notes that the increased height is requested due to the existing trees between
the subject property and the property immediately to the west,and the existing
ground-mounted sign on the property to the west.
DECEMBER 14,2015
ITEM NO:1 CON'T.
Staff does not support the requested variance to allow increased billboard height.Staff does not believe the request is reasonable.The subject property is
relatively flat with very little slope,as is the interstate and frontage road along the
south property line.Staff feels that the existing trees and neighboring on-
premise sign mentioned by the applicant will create only a minor visibility issue.
This minor visibility issue will be only for east-bound l-30 traffic.Visibility should
be no issue for west-bound traffic.Staff believes that additional sign height is not
justified in this case.
C.Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends denial of the requested billboard sign height variance.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT (December 14,2015)
Greg Criner and Tom Gibbens were present,representing the application.There were
no objectors present.Staff presented the application with a recommendation of denial.
Greg Criner,of Lamar,addressed the Board in support of the application.He noted thatthevariancewasfora45footmaximumsignheight.He explained that the existingtreesandtheon-premise sign to the west would cause visibility problems.He noted
that the property owner had approved the sign location at the southwest corner of thesubjectproperty.He explained that the proposed sign would have vertical separation
from the on-premise sign to the west.
Tom Gibbens,of Lamar,also addressed the Board in support.He noted that 672squarefeetwasthemaximumsignareathatcouldbeutilized,but was only requesting360squarefeetwiththevarianceapplication.He explained that an off-premise signcouldbe45feetinheightonnearbyindustrialzonedproperty.
Robert Tucker asked why the sign had to be located at the southwest corner of thesubjectproperty.Mr.Gibbens noted that the property owner wanted the sign at thesouthwestcorneroftheproperty.He also explained that the sign had to be at least1,000 feet away from another off-premise sign.
Rajesh Mehta asked about allowed sign height with respect to industrial zoning.Staff
noted that industrial zoning allowed a 45 foot sign height and that the nearest industrial
zoning is across 1-30 to the south.There was brief additional discussion related to sign
height and sign height with respect to interstate elevation.In response to a question
from staff,Mr.Gibbens noted that the maximum sign area would be 360 square feet iftheheightvariancewereapprovedandthatthesignwouldnotbeelectronic.
There was a motion to approve the application.The motion failed by a vote of 1 aye,4
nays and 0 absent.The application was denied.
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October 27,2015
City of Little Rock
Department of Planning and Development
723 West Markham
Little Rock,Arkansas,72205
Re:Zoning Variance Request —12024 Interstate 30
To Whom It May Concern,
Lamar Outdoor Advertising has received a permit to erect an outdoor advertising (off premise )sign
at 12024 Interstate 30.The permit issued by the City of Little Rock is 29603.
The property Lamar Outdoor Advertising has leased to erect sign is zoned C-4.This zoning
classification has a maximum height allowed for the sign to be 35 feet overall height from existing grade
of interstate.
Lamar Outdoor Advertising is seeking a variance to have the overall height of the sign be 45 feet,
rather than 35 feet.We would also like to note that the approved sign height for off premise signs in
industrial zones is 45 feet presently.All other requirements regarding permit are satisfactory.
Lamar Outdoor Advertising has negotiated and agreed in order to enter into the ground lease
agreement with Fletcher Properties,LLC to place the sign at the western corner or end of the property
along Interstate 30 next to abutting property which is zoned industrial.
Lamar Outdoor Advertising believes this request is reasonable for consideration and approval based
upon several factors.
Lamar Outdoor Advertising believes based upon the zoning criteria for the surrounding area which is
a large inclusion of industrial zoned properties for business and also that other operators of signs in the
area have been granted said variances for sign height that this request is reasonable to be approved.
Lamar Outdoor Advertising would also like to bring to attention that the request or hardship for the
additional 10 feet is also based upon the on premise sign of the abutting property owner and vegetation
or trees present.It would be beneficial to the abutting property owner as well as applicant for Lamar
Outdoor Advertising to be granted variance to build our sign above theirs thus creating a clear view for
motorists for both parties and also clearing any obstruction for vegetation as well.
It is our understanding that the permitted overall height of the on premise sign from the abutting
property owner,Cal-Ark is 30 feet (36 feet maximum allowed as I understand).The construction
dimensions of the sign Lamar Outdoor Advertising has permitted to build leaves a clearance of 35 feet
from the ground to the bottom of the display panel.This would allow for a clearance of 5 feet between
the two signs and present a clear view of both signs to motorists traveling interstate.
Lamar Outdoor Advertising does appreciate the opportunity to come before the board and seek this
variance.I am glad to answer all questions regarding this request at the meeting.
Sincerely,
Greg Criner
Real Estate and Public Affairs Manager for Lamar Outdoor Advertising,Little Rock
DECEMBER 14,2015
ITEM NO '
File No.:Z-7803-A
Owner:William and Amanda Groce
Applicant:Chris Milligan
Address:5819 Hawthorne Road
Description:South side of Hawthorne Road,between N.University Avenue
and N.Pierce Street
Zoned:R-2
Variance Requested:A variance is requested from the area provisions of Section
36-254 to allow a building addition with a reduced side
setback.
Justification:The applicant's justification is presented in an attached letter.
Present Use of Property:Single Family Residential
Proposed Use of Property:Single Family Residential
STAFF REPORT
A.Public Works Issues:
No Comments.
B.Buildin Codes Comments
The required fire separation distance (building to property line)prescribed by the
building code terminates at five (5)feet.Buildings are allowed to be closer than
five (5)feet if they have properly constructed fire walls which provide the requisite
one (1)hour fire resistance rating.When buildings are five (5)feet or more from
the property line,the requirement no longer applies to the wall itself,only the
projections such as eaves or overhangs.
Openings such as doors and windows are limited when the exterior wall is three (3)feet from the property line,and are prohibited when the exterior wall is less than
three (3)feet from the line.There is no restriction on openings when the exterior
wall is more than three (3)feet from the property line.
Contact the City of Little Rock Building Codes at 371-4832 for additional details.
DECEMBER 14,2015
ITEM NO:2 CON'T.
C.~fftaff Anal sls:
The R-2 zoned property at 5819 Hawthorne Road is occupied by a one-story frame
single family residential structure.There is a one-car wide driveway from
Hawthorne Road which serves as access.There is a one-story frame
carport/garage structure located along the west side of the residential structure.
The carport/garage structure is approximately 12 feet wide.It is located 2.9 feet to
3.7 feet from the west side property line.The existing west side setback was
approved by the Board of Adjustment on March 28,2005.
The applicant proposes to remove the existing carport/garage structure and
construct a new garage and room addition as noted on the attached site plan.The
new addition will maintain the same setback (2.9 feet to 3.7 feet)from the west
side property line as the existing structure.The new addition will be located
approximately 33 feet back from the rear (south)property line.
Section 36-254(d)(2)of the City's Zoning Ordinance requires a minimum side yard
setback of six (6)feet for this 60 foot wide R-2 zoned lot.Therefore,the applicant
is requesting a variance from this ordinance standard to construct the new
garage/carport structure with a 2.9 foot to 3.7 foot side (west)setback.The
variance is required based on the fact that the proposed overall structure is larger
than the existing structure,as previously approved by the Board of Adjustment.
Staff is supportive of the requested variance.Staff feels that the variance request
is reasonable,and that the new garage/room addition will not be out of character
with the neighborhood.As noted previously,the proposed addition will have the
same side setback as the existing carport/garage.The proposed addition is only
slightly larger than the existing carport/garage structure.The house immediately to
the west is located approximately eight (8)feet from the dividing side property line.
Therefore,staff feels that adequate separation will exist between the two (2)
houses,and the garage/carport addition will have no adverse impact on the
adjacent properties or the general area.
D.Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the requested side setback vadance,subject to
guttering being provided to prevent any water run-off onto the adjacent property to
the west.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT (December 14,2015)
The applicant was present.There were no objectors present.Staff presented the
application with a recommendation of approval.There was no further discussion.
The item was placed on the Consent Agenda for approval as recommended by staff.
The vote was 5 ayes,0 nays and 0 absent.The application was approved.
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2224 Cannell Ronde titde Rack,AR 72202n Phone:501-ggt4)729
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Date:November 26,2015
Department of Planning and Development
723 West Markham
Litde Rock,AR
501-371-4790
RE:Variance for sideyard encroachment
Dear Sir or Madam:
I am writing to you on behalf of Amanda and Trey Groce,the current homeowners of 5819 Hawthorne Road in the Forest
Heights Place addition to the City of Little Rock.We are requestmg a variance to the code requiring a minimum of 6'-0"
side-yard setback on one side of the existing house.
The existing house currently sits on the property with 6'-4"I'rom the east side property ime and 16'-0"from the west side
property line.Our proposed design for expansion of the existing horne woukl add a 12'-0"wide single car,6tont loading
garage to the west side of the house in order to get one vehicle into a safe enclosed space,while keeping another olf the
street.This would bring the structure to 4'-0"from the property line,still allowing adequate access to the rear of the house.
We hope you will consider our request to encroach into the side yard setback.
Dwellings,Inc.
DECEMBER 14,2015
ITEM NO.:3
File No.:Z-9095
Owner:Bryan and Susan Davis
Applicant:Keith Wingfield
Address:1821 N.Tyler Street
Description:East side of N.Tyler Street,north of Cantrell Road
Zoned:R-2
Variance Requested:A variance is requested from the fence provisions of Section
36-516 to allow construction of a fence with increased
height.
Justification:The applicant's justification is presented in an attached letter.
Present Use of Property:Single Family Residential
Proposed Use of Property:Single Family Residential
STAFF REPORT
A.Public Works Issues:
No Comments.
S.~Staff Anal ala:
The R-2 zoned property at 1821 N.Tyler Street is occupied by a single family
residence which is under construction,nearing completion.An alley is located
along the rear (east)property line.A two-car wide driveway from the alley will
serve as access.
The applicant proposes to replace an existing six (6)foot high wood fence along a
portion of the north side property line with a new eight (8)foot high wood fence.
The applicant also proposes to construct an eight (8)foot high decorative iron
fence along the rear (east)property line.The proposed wood fence will be located
approximately 16 to 18 feet back from the front,northwest corner of the residence.
There is an existing eight (8)foot high wood fence along a portion of the south side
property line.
Section 36-516(e)(1)a.of the City's Zoning Ordinance allows a maximum
residential fence height of six (6)feet.Therefore,the applicant is requesting a
variance to allow the proposed eight (8)foot high fencing.
DECEMBER 14,2015
ITEM NO 'CON'T
Staff is supportive of the requested fence height variance.Staff views the requestasreasonable.The proposed eight (8)foot high fence will not be out of character
with the neighborhood.Other eight (8)foot high fences exist throughout the area.
Staff believes the proposed eight (8)foot high fencing will have no adverse impact
on the adjacent properties or the general area.
C.Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the requested fence height variance,subject to the
finished side of the wood fence facing the property to the north.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT (December 14,2015)
The applicant was present.There were no objectors present.Staff presented the
application with a recommendation of approval.There was no further discussion.
The item was placed on the Consent Agenda for approval as recommended by staff.
The vote was 3 ayes,0 nays,0 absent and 2 recusals (Wingfield and Lindsey-Polk).
The application was approved.
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River Rock
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P.O.Box 242689
LiNe Rock,Arkansas 72223
(501)225-4134
October 17,2015
City of Little Rock
Board of Adjustment
Department of Planning and Development
723 W.Markham
Little Rock,AR 72201
Re:Fence height vadance for 1821 North Tyler
Dear Sirs or Madam:
I represent the owner of the above referenced property.This property has a new home
under construction and nearing completion.The fence on the south side of the property was
installed by the adjoining neighbor (1819 North Tyler)who received a variance from the City to
construct to an eight foot height several years ago.
The fence to the north side of the property is a six foot wooden privacy fence.Both the
applicant and the neighbor to the north (1823 North Tyler)support the installation of an eight
foot privacy fence to separate the two properties to provide more security and privacy to each
property.
This property has access to a rear alley for the enclosed garage and driveway.The
applicant would like to enclose two small yard areas separating the rear driveway from the
alley and request a fence height variance from six to eight feet.
The fencing will be constructed of treated yellow pine and will contain decorative posts
and a decorative cap rail.A small portion of the two yard areas will have decorative metal
railings along the driveway length.
We would appreciate the granting of this variance.
Keith A.Wingfield,LEED AP,CGB,CGP
River Rock Builders,LLC
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT VOTE RECORD
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Meeting Adjourned 2 '~P.M.
~AYE NATE ~ABSENT ~ABSTAIN P lUET
DECEMBER 14,2015
There being no further business before the Board,the meeting was adjourned at 2:19
p.m.
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Chai a Secretary