pc_01 15 2015
LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION
PLANNING – REZONING – CONDITIONAL USE HEARING
MINUTE RECORD
JANUARY 15, 2015
4:00 P.M.
I. Roll Call and Finding of a Quorum
A Quorum was present being eight (8) in number.
II. Members Present: Craig Berry
Tom Brock
Buelah Bynum
Janet Dillon
Rebecca Finney
Keith Fountain
Bill May
Obray Nunnley, Jr.
Members Absent: Jennifer Martinez Belt
Alan Bubbus
Keith Cox
City Attorney: Cindy Dawson
III. Approval of the Minutes of the December 4, 2014 Meeting of the Little
Rock Planning Commission. The Minutes were approved as presented.
LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION
PLANNING – REZONING – CONDITIONAL USE HEARING
JANUARY 15, 2015
4:00 P.M.
I. OLD BUSINESS:
NO OLD BUSINESS
II. NEW BUSINESS:
Item Number:
File Number:
Title:
1. G-23-453 Alley – Right-of-Way Abandonment
Block 7, Pfeifer’s Addition
2. G-23-454 Kirk Road – Right-of-Way Abandonment
Across from 1401 Kirk Road
3. Z-5667-B Rezoning from R-2 to I-2
Southeast corner of I-30 and Otter Creek South Road
4. Z-8999 Union AME Church – Conditional Use Permit
1825 S. Pulaski Street
5. Z-9000 J & R Properties Duplex – Conditional Use Permit
4217 “C” Street
6. G-25-215-A Riley Drive Street Name Change to “CARTI Way”
January 15, 2015
ITEM NO.: 1 FILE NO.: G-23-453
Name: Alley – Right-of-Way Abandonment -- Block 7,
Pfeifer’s Addition
Location: Block bounded by West Markham, “A”, Van Buren
and Harrison Streets.
Owner/Applicant: Morris N. Harper, S & B Corporation, LLC and
Weisman, LLC/Morris Harper
Request: To abandon the east 133 feet of the alley
right-of-way located within Block 7, Pfeifer’s
Addition. The portion of the alley requested
to be abandoned is adjacent to lots 6 through
11, Block 7, Pfeifer’s Addition. The west
portion of the alley was previously
abandoned.
Purpose: To incorporate into adjacent lots for continued use
as access or future redevelopment.
STAFF REVIEW:
A. Public Need for this Right-of-Way:
As noted in paragraph G., none of the public utility companies object to the
abandonment request. Three (3) of the utilities request to retain all or part
of the area of abandonment as a utility easement. The Public Works
Comment is as follows:
1. Easements are required to be maintained for all storm water drainage
areas.
B. Master Street Plan:
There are no Master Street Plan issues associated with this abandonment
request, as the right-of-way is not classified as a collector street or higher.
C. Characteristics of Right-of-Way Terrain:
The portion of the alley right-of-way proposed for abandonment is partially
paved and used as access to the adjacent businesses to the south.
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D. Development Potential:
After abandonment, the area of right-of-way will be incorporated into the
adjacent lots and continue to be used as access to adjacent businesses
and possible future redevelopment.
E. Neighborhood and Land Use Effect:
Commercial uses (zoned C-3) are located along the south side of the alley
right-of-way. A parking lot is located on the north side of the alley. A
mixture of office and commercial uses is located within the blocks east
and west along the north side of West Markham Street.
F. Neighborhood Position:
All of the abutting property owners have signed-off on the abandonment
request. The Hillcrest Resident’s Association was notified of the
abandonment request.
G. Effect on Public Services or Utilities:
Little Rock Wastewater: Little Rock Wastewater has no objection to
abandonment of the alley as described, provided that an easement must
be retained for our existing sewer main which runs between manhole
number 6G099 and manhole number 6G098. The property owner is now
and shall remain responsible for all service lines servicing the properties.
Entergy: Entergy does not object to the abandonment of the alley as long
as two conditions are met.
1. Entergy must retain an easement for its electrical facilities currently
contained within the eastern portion of the this alley as it currently
runs between lots 6, 7, and 8 on the north side of the alley and lots
9, 10, and 11 on the south. Entergy currently has three-phase
electrical facilities in this alley feeding five different accounts. If
redevelopment occurs on any of the lots using any of these
facilities, Entergy will make every reasonable effort to consolidate
and relocate its facilities so that they are entirely located on the
north side of the alley.
2. Entergy must have 24 hour access to its facilities contained in this
alley using bucket truck type equipment for on-going maintenance,
restoration and improvement purposes. Vehicular access will be
required periodically depending on the nature of the required work.
Entergy will consider limiting such vehicular access to occur from
parking areas on lots 5, 6, 7 and 8 on the north side of the alley as
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a suitable option after specific review of any redevelopment
changes.
Centerpoint Energy: No objection to abandonment.
AT&T: No objection to abandonment. Retain as utility easement for
existing buried facilities.
Central Arkansas Water: No objection to abandonment.
H. Reversionary Rights:
Information submitted by a licensed abstract company notes no
reversionary rights found of record.
I. Public Welfare and Safety Issues:
Abandoning this right-of-way will have no adverse impact on the public
welfare and safety. The Little Rock Fire Department has reviewed and
approved the abandonment request.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (DECEMBER 23, 2014)
Morris Harper was present, representing the application. Staff briefly described
the abandonment request, noting that there were no outstanding issues. The
Public Works and Utility Comments were briefly discussed. After the discussion,
the Committee forwarded the application to the full Commission for resolution.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the request to abandon the east 133 feet of the
alley right-of-way located within Block 7, Pfeifer’s Addition, subject to the entire
area of abandonment being retained as a utility and drainage easement.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 15, 2015)
The applicant was present. There were no objectors present. Staff presented the
item and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the “staff recommendation”
above. There was no further discussion. The item was placed on the consent
agenda and approved as recommended by staff by a vote of 8 ayes, 0 noes and
3 absent.
January 15, 2015
ITEM NO.: 2 FILE NO.: G-23-454
Name: Kirk Road – Right-of-Way Abandonment
Location: Across from 1401 Kirk Road
Owner/Applicant: Acxiom Corporation, 1700 Kirk LLC and
Deltic Timber Corporation/Robert Brown
Request: To abandon approximately 413 linear feet of
the undeveloped 31.74 foot wide Kirk Road
right-of-way. The area of abandonment is
located west of the current dedicated Kirk
Road (across Kirk Road from the Fellowship
Bible Church development).
Purpose: To incorporate into adjacent property for future
development.
STAFF REVIEW:
A. Public Need for this Right-of-Way:
As noted in paragraph G., none of the utility companies object to the
abandonment request. None of the utilities request an easement. Public
Works has reviewed the abandonment request and has no comments.
B. Master Street Plan:
There are no Master Street Plan issues associated with this abandonment
request, as the area right-of-way is left-over/excess right-of-way from the
past construction of Kirk Road.
C. Characteristics of Right-of-Way Terrain:
The area of proposed abandonment is currently undeveloped and partially
grass and tree covered.
D. Development Potential:
After abandonment, the area will be incorporated into the adjacent
property for future office development.
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E. Neighborhood and Land Use Effect:
Undeveloped O-2, O-3 and POD zoned property is located on the north,
east and west sides of the area of abandonment. An office development
is located to the south, with a multifamily development further north. The
Fellowship Bible Church development is located across Kirk Road to the
east.
F. Neighborhood Position:
All of the abutting property owners have signed-off on the abandonment
request. There was no neighborhood association of record to notify of the
abandonment request.
G. Effect on Public Services or Utilities:
Little Rock Wastewater: No objection to abandonment.
Entergy: No objection to abandonment.
Centerpoint Energy: No objection to abandonment.
AT&T: No objection to abandonment.
Central Arkansas Water: No objection to abandonment.
H. Reversionary Rights:
Information submitted by a licensed abstract company states that there
are no reversionary rights found of record.
I. Public Welfare and Safety Issues:
Abandoning this right-of-way will have no adverse impact on the public
welfare and safety. The Little Rock Fire Department has reviewed and
approved the abandonment request.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (DECEMBER 23, 2014)
The applicant was not present. Staff presented the proposed right-of-way
abandonment, noting that there were no outstanding issues. Staff noted that
none of the utility companies objected to the request. There being no further
issues to discuss, the Committee forwarded the application to the full
Commission for resolution.
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ITEM NO.: 2 (Cont.) FILE NO.: G-23-454
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the request to exclusively abandon approximately
413 linear feet of the undeveloped 31.74 foot wide Kirk Road right-of-way west of
the current dedicated Kirk Road. No portion of the area of abandonment will be
retained as a utility or drainage easement.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 15, 2015)
The applicant was present. There were no objectors present. Staff presented the
item and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the “staff recommendation”
above. There was no further discussion. The item was placed on the consent
agenda and approved as recommended by staff by a vote of 8 ayes, 0 noes and
3 absent.
January 15, 2015
ITEM NO.: 3 FILE NO.: Z-5667-B
Owner: T-Bar Properties, LLC
Applicant: Richard T. Penn
Location: Southeast corner of Interstate 30 and Otter Creek
South Road
Area: 4.39 Acres
Request: Rezone from R-2 to I-2
Purpose: Parking lot
Existing Use: Paved parking and undeveloped
SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING
North – Trucking facility (across I-30); zoned C-4
South – Industrial uses; zoned I-2
East – Industrial uses; zoned I-2
West – Industrial uses; zoned I-2
A. PUBLIC WORKS COMMENTS:
1. Due to the proposed use of the property, the Master Street Plan specifies that
Otter Creek South Road for the frontage of this property must meet
commercial street standards. Dedicate right-of-way to 30 feet from centerline.
2. At time of site development of lot 1, provide design of street conforming to the
Master Street Plan. Construct one-half street improvements to Otter Creek
South Road with planned development.
3. Provide plans for the unbuilt McGee Road. If no plans of development, the
applicant should consider abandonment of the ROW.
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B. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT:
The site is not located on a CATA bus route.
C. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION:
All owners of property located within 200 feet of the site and the Alexander Road
and SWLR United for Progress Neighborhood Associations were notified of the
public hearing.
D. LAND USE ELEMENT:
This request is located in the Otter Creek Planning District. The Land Use Plan
shows Light Industrial (LI) for this property. The Light Industrial category
provides for light warehouse, distribution or storage uses, and/or other industrial
uses that are developed in a well-designed “park like” setting. The applicant has
applied for a rezoning from R-2 (Single-Family Residential) to I-2 (Light Industrial
District) to recognize this portion of their warehouse/distribution site as industrial.
Master Street Plan:
Otter Creek South Road is shown as a Local Street on the Master Street Plan.
Interstate 30 is shown as a Freeway on the Master Street Plan. Freeways serve
long distance trips, they are always designed as full access control roads. The
primary function of a Local Street is to provide access to adjacent properties.
Local Streets that are abutted by non-residential zoning/use or more intensive
zoning than duplexes are considered as “Commercial Streets”. A Collector
design standard is used for Commercial Streets. These streets may require
dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements for entrances
and exits to the site.
BICYCLE PLAN:
There are no bike routes shown in the immediate vicinity.
E. STAFF ANALYSIS:
T-Bar Properties, LLC owner of the 4.39 acre property located at the southeast
corner of Interstate 30 and Otter Creek South Road, is requesting to rezone the
property from “R-2” Single Family District to “I-2” Light Industrial District. The
rezoning is proposed to allow use of the property as a parking lot for the industrial
use to the south and west.
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ITEM NO.: 3 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-5667-B
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The 4.39 acre property is part of the overall ownership of the Cal-Ark Trucking
property (old Affiliated Foods facility). The west one-third of the property contains
paved parking and drives for the existing building. The east two-thirds of the site is
undeveloped. Light industrial uses are located on the I-2 zoned property to the
east, west and south. The old Cal-Ark Trucking facility is located on the C-4 zoned
property across I-30.
The City’s Future Land Use Plan designates this property as Light Industrial. The
requested I-2 zoning does not require an amendment to the plan.
Staff is supportive of the requested I-2 rezoning. Staff views the request as
reasonable. As noted above, the subject property is surrounded by I-2 zoning and
light industrial uses. The proposed I-2 zoning will be a continuation of the existing
zoning pattern for this area. Staff feels that the requested I-2 zoning is a “clean-
up” type issue, as it is part of the same ownership as the overall Cal-Ark Trucking
(Affiliated Foods) facility, with part of the property being occupied by a paved
parking area. Staff believes rezoning this property to I-2 will have no adverse
impact on the adjacent properties or the general area.
F. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested I-2 rezoning.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 15, 2015)
The applicant was present. There were no objectors present. Staff presented the item
and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the “staff recommendation” above.
There was no further discussion. The item was placed on the consent agenda and
approved as recommended by staff by a vote of 8 ayes, 0 noes and 3 absent.
January 15, 2015
ITEM NO.: 4 FILE NO.: Z-8999
NAME: Union AME Church – Conditional Use Permit
LOCATION: 1825 S. Pulaski Street
OWNER/APPLICANT: Union AME Church/Woods Group Architects
PROPOSAL: A conditional use permit is requested to allow for
remodeling of the front of this existing church;
including the addition of a new vestibule and
restrooms. The property is zoned R-4.
1. SITE LOCATION:
The church is located on the northeast corner of S. Pulaski Street and
Wright Avenue.
2. COMPATIBILITY WITH NEIGHBORHOOD:
The church is located in an area of mixed zoning and uses. A variety of
residential uses; including single family and two family residences in
various states of repair, are located in the neighborhood around the
church. Other institutional uses including Dunbar School, Gibbs School,
Philander Smith College, a library and Dunbar Community Center are
located in the immediate vicinity. No expansion of the church is being
proposed, just remodeling of the front entrance area. There is nothing
about the proposal that will affect the church’s continued compatibility with
the neighborhood.
Notice of the public hearing was sent to all owners of properties located
within 200 feet of the site and the Downtown, Central High and Wright
Avenue Neighborhood Associations.
3. ON SITE DRIVES AND PARKING:
The church has a seating capacity of 286. For churches existing prior to
November 1, 1988 the parking requirement is 1 parking space per 5 seats.
57 spaces are required. The church has approximately 50 spaces on the
paved parking lot adjacent to the building. Overflow parking for 20 – 25
vehicles is available across S. Pulaski Street. No changes ae proposed to
the seating capacity of the church.
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4. SCREENING AND BUFFERS:
Site plan must comply with the City’s landscape and buffer ordinance
requirements.
If building rehabilitation exceeds fifty percent (50%) of the replacement
cost then the landscaping and buffer must also come into compliancy
accordingly.
5. PUBLIC WORKS COMMENTS:
No Comments.
6. UTILITY, FIRE DEPT. AND CATA COMMENTS:
Wastewater: No objection. No sewer main affected
Entergy: Does not oppose the plans for the proposed addition to the front
of this building as there are no electrical facilities in conflict with the
addition.
CenterPoint:
AT&T (SWB)
Central Arkansas Water: No objection.
Fire Department: Maintain access of road.
Building Code: Project is subject to full commercial plan review approval
prior to issuance of a building permit. For information on submittal
requirements and the review process, contact a commercial plans
examiner:
Curtis Richey at 501.371.4724; crichey@littlerock.org or
Mark Alderfer at 501.371.4875; malderfer@littlerock.org.
County Planning: No Comments.
CATA: The site is not located on a CATA bus route.
January 15, 2015
ITEM NO.: 4 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8999
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SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (DECEMBER 23, 2014)
The applicants were present. Staff presented the item and noted little additional
information was needed. Staff noted the church was constructed prior to the
requirement of a conditional use permit. As such, staff requested some
information on the church itself; including total number of seats in the main
worship area, total number of parking spaces and if the church sponsored any
other activities such as a day care or private school.
The applicants were reminded to complete the required notices. The Committee
determined there were no issues and forwarded the item to the full Commission.
STAFF ANALYSIS:
Union AME Church is located on the northeast corner of S. Pulaski Street and
Wright Avenue. The church has been at this location over 100 years. The
current sanctuary was constructed in 1956-1957. The church property contains a
one and two story brick building and a paved parking lot. The building contains a
286 seat sanctuary, a fellowship hall, classrooms and office space. The church
also owns properties across Wright Avenue to the south and across S. Pulaski
Street to the west. The on-site, paved parking lot contains approximately 50
spaces. 20-25 overflow spaces are located on the property across S. Pulaski
Street. The church was constructed prior to the requirement of a conditional use
permit and no CUP has previously been approved.
The church is proposing to remodel the front of the existing sanctuary portion of
the building. An existing covered porch is to be removed and a one-story
addition constructed in its place. The new addition will contain an entry vestibule
and new ladies and mens restrooms. The existing porch has a front yard
setback of 7’8” from the S. Pulaski Street property line. A handicap ramp
extends off of the front porch and crosses the front property line by 4 – 5 feet.
The new addition will have a front yard setback of 6’0”. A new handicap ramp
will be constructed to run along the front of the building towards the parking lot,
eliminating the current encroachment across the front property line.
To staff’s knowledge, there are no issues. The church does not conduct other
uses such as daycare or private school. There is no bill of assurance for the
Original City of Little Rock.
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested CUP, subject to compliance with
the comments and conditions outlined in Sections 4 and 6 of the agenda staff
report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 15, 2015)
The applicant was present. There were no objectors present. Staff presented the
item and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the “staff recommendation”
above. There was no further discussion. The item was placed on the consent
agenda and approved as recommended by staff by a vote of 8 ayes, 0 noes and
3 absent.
January 15, 2015
ITEM NO.: 5 FILE NO.: Z-9000
NAME: J & R Properties Duplex – Conditional Use Permit
LOCATION: 4217 “C” Street
OWNER/APPLICANT: J & R Properties
PROPOSAL: A conditional use permit is requested to allow for
constructing an addition onto the rear of this existing
single family residence and conversion of the
structure into a duplex. The property is zoned R-3.
1. SITE LOCATION:
The property is located on the south side of “C” Street, one lot east of
Rose Street.
2. COMPATIBILITY WITH NEIGHBORHOOD:
The property is located in an area of mixed residential densities. In
addition to single family homes, there are numerous duplexes in the
several blocks immediately around the site. A tri-plex is adjacent to the
west. One block south of the site are an 8 unit, R-5 zoned apartment
building and a 3 unit PD-R zoned property. Staff believes the proposed
duplex is compatible with uses and zoning in the area.
Notice of the public hearing was sent to all owners of properties located
within 200 feet of the site and the Hillcrest Residents Association.
3. ON SITE DRIVES AND PARKING:
Each unit of the duplex requires 1 ½ parking spaces. The applicant is
proposing to construct 4 paved parking spaces, taking access directly off
of the alley to the rear of the lot. Landscaped planting beds will be
installed on each side of the parking spaces.
4. SCREENING AND BUFFERS:
No Comments.
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5. PUBLIC WORKS COMMENTS:
1. C Street is classified on the Master Street Plan as a residential street.
A dedication of right-of-way 25 feet from centerline will be required.
The surveyor does not show the centerline of the right-of-way.
6. UTILITY, FIRE DEPT. AND CATA COMMENTS:
Wastewater: No objection.
Entergy: Does not object to this proposal. However, electrical service to
this house is from the rear of the property. Construction is likely to involve
relocation of the existing service line. Contact Entergy as the process
continues so the electrical lines can be discussed and adjusted if required.
CenterPoint Energy: No comment received.
AT&T: No comment received.
Central Arkansas Water: No objection.
Fire Department: Fire hydrant as per code. Road access.
Building Code: No Comment
County Planning: No Comments.
CATA: Bus routes are located along Lee Avenue one block to the north
and Markham Street, two blocks to the south.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (DECEMBER 23, 2014)
The applicant was present. Staff presented the item and noted no additional
information was needed. Staff informed the Committee that the proposed
construction complied with the standards of the Hillcrest Design Overlay District
so it was possible to review the request as a conditional use permit and not
required to rezone as a Planned Development.
Public Works and Other Agency Comments were reviewed. It was noted that “C”
Street had 40 feet of right-of-way according to the Bagley Maps and a dedication
of 5 feet would be required.
The Committee determined there were no issues and forwarded the item to the
full Commission.
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STAFF ANALYSIS:
The R-3 zoned lot located at 4217 “C” Street is occupied by a one-story, frame,
single family residence. Until February 1991, this property was zoned R-4, two-
family. As part of the Hillcrest rezoning, this property was one of many that were
down-zoned from R-4, two-family to R-3, single-family. The properties that were
occupied by duplexes were left R-4, resulting in a patch-work of R-3 and R-4
zoning in the area. Additional properties were rezoned from R-5 Urban
Residence and C-3 General Commercial to R-3.
The applicants are proposing to build an addition to the rear of the existing single
family structure, leaving the existing structure as-is. The proposed two-story
addition will contain a second dwelling. The applicant is requesting approval of a
conditional use permit to allow the proposed duplex. The existing dwelling
contains 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. The first floor of the proposed addition will
contain living/kitchen area and ½ bath. The second floor will contain two
bedrooms with baths and walk-in closets. Due to the slope of the property
downward from the street to the rear of the lot, the roof line of the proposed
addition will not be higher than the existing structure. Paved parking for 4
vehicles will be located at the rear of the lot, taking access off of the alley
The project has been reviewed by staff for compliance with the Hillcrest Design
Overlay District. The project complies with all of the DOD criteria; including
setbacks, lot coverage, building height and floor area ratio.
To staff’s knowledge, there are no outstanding issues. The proposed duplex is
compatible with uses and zoning in the area. Off street parking is provided. The
1923 bill of assurance for Pinehurst Addition does not address use issues.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested CUP, subject to compliance with
the comments and conditions outlined in Sections 5 and 6 of the agenda staff
report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 15, 2015)
The applicant was present. There were no objectors present. Staff presented the
item and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the “staff recommendation”
above. There was no further discussion. The item was placed on the consent
agenda and approved as recommended by staff by a vote of 8 ayes, 0 noes and
3 absent.
January 15, 2015
ITEM NO.: 6 FILE NO.: G-25-215-A
Name: Riley Drive Name Change to CARTI Drive
Location: Riley Drive, from John Barrow Road to where the street
becomes a private street at the gate to the Woodland
Heights Facilities
Petitioner: John Flake, Flake and Kelley/Frank Riggins, Crafton Tull
Request: To rename this portion of Riley Drive to CARTI Drive.
Abutting Uses and Ownership:
Two developments are located at the corner of John Barrow and Riley Drive; a furniture
rental store and a former shopping center that contains Arvest Bank offices and facilities.
Both of these take an address from John Barrow. The new CARTI facility is under
construction on the south side of Riley Drive. Woodland Heights, a 146 unit retirement
community, is located in an 8-story building at the east end of Riley Drive as is Woodland
Hills, a 140 bed nursing home and rehabilitation center. Both of these facilities are located on
the portion of Riley Drive that is a private street. The property on the north side of Riley
Drive, across from where the CARTI facility is being constructed, is wooded and
undeveloped.
Neighborhood Effect:
The proposal is to rename the public portion of Riley Drive to CARTI Drive, leaving the
private portion occupied by Woodland Heights and Woodland Hills with addresses of
8700 and 8701 Riley Drive respectively. The street would be named CARTI Drive, from the
John Barrow intersection to the point where the public street ends. Under this proposal, only
the name of the CARTI facility now under construction would be changed.
Neighborhood Position:
No opinion has been voiced by any neighborhood resident. Notice was sent to the John
Barrow Neighborhood Association.
Effect on Public Services:
The applicant has provided statements from the City’s emergency response agencies. LRFD
and LRPD do not object to the proposed street name change. MEMS also does not object
and suggests placing a directional sign at what will be the intersection of CARTI Way and
John Barrow Road indicating the direction to Riley Drive. Staff believes that is a reasonable
request which will assist persons seeking the Woodland Heights and Woodland Hills facilities
January 15, 2015
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which will be retaining a Riley Drive address. No opposition was voiced by any of the other
reviewing agencies.
Staff Analysis:
CARTI, Central Arkansas Radiation Therapy Institute, is currently constructing a new facility
on the south side of Riley Drive. Riley Drive is a half-mile long cul-de-sac located east off of
John Barrow Road, south of I-630. Riley Drive is partially a public street and partially a
private street. The public portion ends at a gated entry to the Woodland Heights and
Woodland Hills facilities. At that point, the street becomes private.
CARTI is requesting that the name of the public portion of Riley Drive be renamed CARTI
Drive. They state in the cover letter submitted with the application that they believe the name
change would make it easier for clients coming to the site to locate the facility. They
proposed to leave the private portion of the street as Riley Drive, thus not affecting the
addresses of the residents of Woodland Heights and Woodland Hills.
Approximately 2 street signs on the signal mast arms must be replaced. The fiscal impact to
the City to produce and install new street signs is approximately $1,500.00. The applicant is
responsible for the cost of producing and installing the signs. Additionally, the applicant
should install a directional sign at the intersection with John Barrow Road. CARTI’s
ownership extends to the intersection so they have property where the sign could be placed.
The size and location of the directional sign must be approved by the City’s Traffic Engineer
to assure appropriate effectiveness. If it is determined that the sign should be placed nearer
the street, in the right-of-way, a franchise must also be obtained if determined by Traffic
Engineering to be required.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the request subject to CARTI paying for the cost of producing
and installing the street signs and the installation of a directional sign.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 15, 2015)
The applicant was present. There were no objectors present. Staff presented the item and
a recommendation of approval as outlined in the “staff recommendation” above. There was
no further discussion. The item was placed on the consent agenda and approved as
recommended by staff by a vote of 8 ayes, 0 noes and 3 absent.
DATE PLANNING COMMISSION VOTE RECORD
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FINNEY, REBECCA
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FOUNTAIN, KEITH
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MAY, BILL B.
NUNNLEY, OBRAY JR.
MEMBER
BELT, JENNIFER MARTINEZ
BERRY, CRAIG
BROCK, TOM --
BUBBUS, ALAN -
BYNUM, BUELAH
COX, KEITH
DILLON, JANET
FINNEY, REBECCA
FOUNTAIN, KEITH
MAY, BILL B.
NUNNLEY, CIBRAY JR.
Meeting Adjourned ` - ' `� P.M.
''`'SAYE � NAYE ,ABSENT M ABSTAiN RECUSE
January 15, 2015
There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting
was adjourned at 4:15 p.m.
Date ��
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