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pc_06 14 2001LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION PLANNING —REZONING —CONDITIONAL USE HEARING MINUTE RECORD JUNE 14,2001 4:00 P.M. I.Roll Call and Finding of a Quorum A Quorum was present being seven (7)in number. II.Members Present:Richard Downing Craig Berry Bob Lowry Judith Faust Mizan RahmanBillRector Rohn Muse Members Absent:Fred Allen,Jr. Pam Adcock Obray Nunnley,Jr. One Open Position City Attorney:Steve Giles III.Approval of the Minutes of the May 3,2001 Meeting of theLittleRockPlanningCommission.The Minutes were approved as presented. LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMIS SION PLANNING —REZONING —CONDITIONAL USE HEARING JUNE 14,2001 4:00 P.M. I.DEFERRED ITEMS: A.Z-7014 904 Welch —921 East 9 R-4 to 0-1 B.Z-6996 Webb Day Care Family Home Special Use Permit; 28 Valley Drive II.NEW ITEMS: 1.Z-4807-E Chenal Valley Various Districts to Various Districts 1.1 LU01-19-05 A Land Use Plan Amendment in the Chenal Planning District for various sites along unnamed collectors and arterials in Township 2 North,Range 14 West Sections 23,24,25 and 26 from Low Density Residential,Single Family and Commercial to Single Family and Commercial. 2.Z-7020 10923 West Markham R-2 to C-3 3.Z-7044 15800 Kanis R-2 to 0-2 4.Z-7046 14003 Cantrell R-2 to C-4 5.Z-5232-B Bale Elementary School Revised C.U.P.;6501 West 32"Street 6.Z-5489-A Romine Elementary School C.U.P.; 2400 Romine Road 7.Z-6149-C Fellowship Bible Church parking lot C.U.P.;1701,1711,1801 and 1811 Napa Valley Dr. 7.1 Fellowship Bible Church —Zoning Site Plan Review (Z-6149-D);located on the east side of Napa Valley Road,approximately 600 feet south of Hinson Road. Agenda,Page Two 8.Z-6663-A Hall High School C.U.P.;6700 "H"Street 9.Z-6814-A Otter Creek Elementary School C.U.P.; 16000 Otter Creek Parkway 10.Z-7033 Elements of Design C.U.P.;2400 Cantrell Road;Suites 113 and 114 11.Z-7040 Boardman Accessory Dwelling C.U.P.; 5010 S.Katillius Road 12.Z-7041 Limberg Duplex C.U.P.;5307 Lee Avenue 13.Z-7043 Dreher Accessory Dwelling C.U.P.; 8114 Lowell Lane 14.A Master Street Plan Amendment in the Chenal Planning District in Township 2 North,Range 14 West Sections 23,24,25 and 26 to remove the Minor Arterial from Cantrell Road which incorporates the western side of Taylor Loop to Chenal ParkwayatthenorthernintersectionofChenalValleyDrive;to remove a Collector from the previous named Minor Arterial eastward to connect with Rahling Road north of the Pebble Beech intersection;and to realign the La Marche Collector tointersectCantrellRoadincorporatingasegmentofTaylor Loop Road. 15.LU01-17-01 A Land Use Plan Amendment in the Crystal Valley Planning District from Single Family to Service Trades District in the 13700 block of Crystal Valley Road. 16.LU01-02-01 A Land Use Plan Amendment in the Rodney Parham Planning District from Single Family and Multi- Family to Public Institutional for 1818 and 2610 Reservoir Road. 17.G-23-307 Block 125,Original City of Little Rock Alley Right-of-Way Abandonment 18.Z-7048 City of Little Rock Visitors Center Parking LotC.U.P.;619 East 6 Street 2 Pu b ic He a r i n g te m s 8 'V , 0 10 2 12 ,' A t V- ' - K P C I —f i 3 KC ' , ~ 't 4" / f i 5 '' 4 —1c =' , E ' l I t ~1 J Pl a n n i n g Co m m i s s i o n Ju l y 1 4, 20 0 3 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:A FILE NO.:Z-7014 Owner:Agather McKeel Applicant:Agather McKeel Location:921 East 9 and 904 Welch; Southwest corner of 9 and Welch Request:Rezone from R-4 to 0-1 Purpose:Utilize existing structure as a lawofficeandtodevelopparkingonthe adjacent lot Size:.32+acres Existing Use:Vacant lot and vacant residential structure SURROUND ING LAND USE AND ZONING North —Multifamily;zoned C-3 and R-5,vacant lot; zoned R-4 South —Vacant lot and Single Family;zoned R-2 East —Vacant lot and Duplexes;zoned R-4 West —Drug Store;zoned C-3 PUBLIC WORKS COMMENTS 1.East 9 "and Welch are classified on the Master Street Plan as collector streets.Dedicate right-of-way to 30 feet from centerline. 2.A 20 feet radial dedication of right-of-way is required at the corner of East 9 and Welch. With Buildin Permit: 3.Property frontage needs to have the sidewalks and ramps brought up to the current ADA standards. 4.Repair or replace any curb and gutter or sidewalk that is damaged in the public right-of-way prior to occupancy. 5.Driveways shall conform to Sec.31-210 or Ordinance 18,031. 6.Plans of all work in right-of-way shall be submitted for approval prior to start of work. 7.Provide plan showing on-site parking arrangements. 3 one 14,2001 ITEM NO.:A (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-7014 PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT The site is located on a CATA Bus Route. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION All owners of property located within 200 feet of the site,all residents within 300 feet who could be identified and the Hanger Hill and Downtown Neighborhood Associations were notified of the rezoning request. LAND USE PLAN ELEMENT The site lies within the I-30 Planning District.The adopted Plan currently recommends Single Family for the site.The property does directly abut an area shown as commercial.0-1, Quiet Office district,is an appropriate zoning category to accommodate low-intensity uses which are proposed to be located within established areas of the city and in close proximity to residential uses. The property does fall within the larger "East of I-30"area. This area generally is defined as that area bounded by the river,I-30,Roosevelt Road and the airport.The Land Use Plan for this area,which includes the I-30 and East Little Rock Planning Districts,will be reviewed in conjunction with the anticipated Presidential Library Park and Heifer Project developments.It is anticipated that detailed design standards will be developed for the area north of East 9 Street.At this time staff does not believe it is necessary to amend the Land Use Plan to accommodate this proposed,two-lot,0-1 rezoning. The site lies at the eastern fringe of the area covered by the Downtown Neighborhoods Action Plan which was adopted on March 16,1999.Any Land Use Plan or zoning changes proposed by the Plan were located in an area west of I-30,south of I-630.The Plan focused very little on this area east of I-30.Two objectives of the Plan were to "increase cooperation between zoning officials and developers to renovate existing properties" and to "increase small business development".This proposal appears to meet the intent of those objectives. 2 dune 14,2001 ITEM NO.:A (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-7014 STAFF ANALYSIS The request before the Commission is to rezone these two lots from "R-4"Two-Family Residential to "0-1"Quiet Office.The northern lot (921 East 9 Street)contains a vacant,one-story, brick and frame residential structure and a detached,brick and frame garage.The abutting lot to the south (904 East Welch)is vacant.The applicant proposes to remodel the residential structure for use as an attorney's office and to develop some parking on the vacant lot.The property was located in the path of the January 1999 tornado.A second dwelling that was located on the site was destroyed by the storm.Numerous other structures in the area were either heavily damaged or destroyed, leaving vacant lots. The property is located on the northern edge of a small residential neighborhood,in an area of mixed zoning and uses. The C —3 zoned property adjacent to the west is occupied by a drug store.Vacant lots and single family and duplex dwellings are located on the R-4 zoned properties to the south and east. Multifamily dwellings are located on the C-3,R-4 and R-5 zoned properties across 9 Street,to the north.Interstate 30 is located 1 '&blocks to the west and a large area of industrial uses and zoning begins two blocks to the east. The O-l Quiet Office district is established in order to provide for orderly conversion of older structures no longer useful, serviceable or desirable in their present uses to office use. The area standards provided in the 0-1 Quiet Office district anticipate that office uses will be located in established areas of the city and in close proximity to apartments and other residential uses.Height,area and off-street parking regulations are designed to assure that office uses will be compatible with adjacent residential districts.0-1 has a very limited list of permitted uses. Staff believes the proposed 0-1 zoning is compatible with uses and zoning in the area.Staff does not believe a land use plan amendment is necessary at this time. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the requested 0-1 zoning. 3 dune 14,2001 ITEM NO.:A (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-7014 PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(MAY 3,2001) The applicant was not present.There were no objectors present. Staff informed the Commission that the applicant had failed to complete the notification process and the item needed to be deferred. The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and approved for deferral to the June 14,2001 Commission meeting.The vote was 10 ayes,0 noes and 1 absent. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(JUNE 14,2001) The applicant was present.There were no objectors present. Staff presented the item and a recommendation of approval. There was no further discussion. The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and approved as recommended by staff.The vote was 7 ayes,0 noes,3 absent and 1 open position. 4 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:B FILE NO.:Z-6996 NAME:Webb Day Care Family Home LOCATION:28 Valley Drive OWNER/APPLICANT:Rosie and Clarissa Webb/Tina Webb PROPOSAL:A Special Use Permit is requested to allow a day care family home to be operated in the single-family residence located on the R-2 zoned property at 28 Valley Drive. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION: Neighbors located within 200 feet of the site and the SWLRUP, Chicot,Allendale and Santa Monica Neighborhood Associations were notified of the request. STAFF ANALYSIS: On April 16,2001,the applicant requested that this item be deferred to the June 14,2000 commission meeting.She is deciding whether to pursue the request. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(MAY 3,2001) The applicant was not present.There were no objectors present. Staff informed the Commission of the applicant's request to defer the item. The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and deferred to the June 14,2001 meeting.The vote was 10 ayes,0 noes and 1 absent. STAFF ANAL YS I S: Tina Webb is requesting approval of a Special Use Permit to allow her to operate a day care family home in the single family home located on the R-2 zoned property at 28 Valley Drive. The property is located on the west side of the north-south portion of Valley Drive;between Mabelvale Cut-Off and Watson June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:B (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-6996 School.All surrounding properties are zoned R-2.The properties adjacent to the north,south,east and west are occupied by site-built single family homes.A small,mobile home park is located adjacent to the northwest.The applicant' home is typical of those in the neighborhood;one-story brick and frame on a large lot.The home sits approximately 150 feet from the street.The property has a long,single-wide driveway that flares out to a double-wide carport.Additional driveway/parking area is located at the end of the drive,near the carport.The rear yard is enclosed by a fence.The applicant proposes to operate the day care from 6:00 a.m.until 6:00 p.m.,Monday through Friday. The principal use of the property will remain single family residential.No signage beyond that allowed in single family zones will be permitted.In her cover letter,the applicant states she currently cares for 5 children. Section 36-54(e)(3)of the Code establishes the site and location criteria for day-care family homes as follow: a.This use may be located only in a single-family home, occupied by the care giver. b.Must be operated within licensing procedures established by the State of Arkansas. c.The use is limited to ten (10)children including the care givers. d.The minimum to qualify for special use permit is six (6) children from households other than the care givers. e.This use must obtain a special use permit in all districts where day care centers are not allowed by right. Special Use Permits are not transferable in any manner.Permits cannot be transferred from owner to owner,location to location or use to use. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested Special Use Permit subject to compliance with the following conditions: 1.Compliance with the site and location criteria established in Section 36-54 (e) (3). 2 ne 14,2001 ITEM NO.:B (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-6996 2.There is to be no signage beyond that permitted in single family zones. 3.Outdoor activities,including playground use,are to be limited to day-light hours. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(JUNE 14,2001) The applicant was not present.There was one objector present. Several letters of opposition had been received.Staff informed the Commission that the applicant had decided not to pursue the issue and,as such,the item should be withdrawn.There was no further discussion. The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and approved for withdrawal.The vote was 7 ayes,0 noes,3 absent and 1 open position. 3 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:1 FILE NO.:Z-4807-E Owner:Deltic Timber Corporation Applicant:White-Daters Location:Various sites in Chenal Valley Request:Rezone from Various Districts to Various Districts Purpose:Future development Size:8 tracts totaling 210+acres Existing Use:Undeveloped PUBL I C WORKS COMMENT S 1.Traffic study will be required to determine rezoning and Master Street Plan amendment. 2.Public Works requests that site plan review be required to determine access to tracts 77 and 94. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT None of the sites are located on a CATA Bus Route. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION All owners of property located within 200 feet of the tracts, all residents within 300 feet who could be identified and the DuQuesne,Chenal Ridge,Johnson Ranch,Aberdeen Court and Bayonne Place Neighborhood Associations were notified of the rezoning request. LAND USE PLAN ELEMENT All of the sites are located in the Chenal Planning District. How each relates to the Plan will be explained in the "Staff Analysis".Land Use Plan Amendments have been filed for some of the sites;see item 1.1,LU01 —19-05. Dune 14,2001 ITEM NO.:1 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-4807-E The sites are not located in an area currently covered by a neighborhood Action Plan.No Action Plan is proposed for the near future. STAFF ANALYSIS Deltic Timber Company has proposed the rezoning of 8 tracts in Chenal Valley.The identification number,acreage and rezoning request for each tract are as follow: Tract 15 94.2 Acres MF-6 to R-2 Tract 16 16.1 Acres C-2 to R-2 Tract 53 (partial)12.0 Acres R-2 to C-3 Tract 77 18.0 Acres MF-18 to C —2 Tract 94 12.0 Acres R-2 to MF-18 Tract 102 &103 28.6 Acres MF-6 to R-2 Tract 109 29.4 Acres Park to R-2 The tracts are indicated on the attached map. Due to a pending Master Street Plan Amendment,the applicant has requested that the rezoning requests be deferred to the July 26,2001 agenda. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(JUNE 14,2001) The applicant was present.There were no objectors present. Staff informed the Commission of the need to defer the item. There was no further discussion. The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and approved for deferral to the July 26,2001 meeting.The vote was 7 ayes, 0 noes,3 absent and 1 open position. 2 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:1.1 FILE NO.:LU01-19-05 Name:Land Use Plan Amendment —Chenal Planning District Location:Multiple locations in the vicinity of Chenal Parkway and Rahling Road. Rectuest:Area l:Commercial to Single Family,Area 2:Low Density Residential and Public Institutional to Single Family,Area 3:Single Family and Multi-family to Commercial,Area 4:Single Family to Commercial . Source:Timothy E.Daters,White-Daters &Associates,Inc. PROPOSAL /REQUEST: Land Use Plan amendment in the Chenal Planning District from: 1.)Commercial to Single Family,2.)Low Density Residential and Public Institutional to Single Family,3.)Single Family and Multi-family to Commercial,and 4.)Single Family to Commercial. The Single Family category provides for single-family homes at densities not to exceed 6 dwelling units per acre.Such residential development is typically characterized by conventional single family homes,but may also include patio or garden homes and cluster homes,provided that the density remain less than 6 units per acre. The Commercial category includes a broad range of retail and wholesale sales of products,personal and professional services, and general business activities.Commercial activities vary in type and scale,depending on the trade area they serve The applicant wishes to develop the property for residential and commercial uses according to a preliminary site plan submitted to the City of Little Rock.Staff is not expanding the application. EXISTING LAND USE AND ZONING: Area 1:The property is vacant land currently zoned C-2 Shopping Center and is approximately 16.1 +acres in size.The neighboring property to the north is vacant land zoned MF-12 Multi-family.The property on the east side of Chenal Parkway is a church on land zoned C-2 Shopping Center to the northeast and the remaining land to the east is zoned R —2 Single Family.A June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:1.1 (Cont.)FILE NO.:LU01-19-05 small parcel of land along the southern boundary of the study area is zoned C-2 Shopping Center.The remainder of the property west of Area 1 is vacant land zoned R-2 Single Family. Area 2:The property is vacant land currently zoned MF-6 Multi— family and R-2 Single Family and is approximately 28.6 +acres in size.The neighboring property is zoned Open Space to the southwest,and MF-6 Multi-family to the west.The remainder of the surrounding property is vacant land zoned R-2 Single Family. Area 3:The property is vacant land currently zoned Planned Commercial Development and R-2 Single Family and is approximately 18.0 +acres in size.The vacant land to the north is zoned C-2 Shopping Center.An office campus occupies the Planned Development —Office immediately to the east.The vacant land to the south is zoned R-2 Single Family.The vacant property to the southwest is zoned MF —24 Multi —family and the vacant property to the northwest is zoned Planned Commercial Development. Area 4:The property is vacant land currently zoned R-2 Single Family and is approximately 12.0 +acres in size.The vacant land to the north is zoned Planned Development —Residential while the neighboring property to the east is vacant land zoned R-2 Single Family.The remainder of the neighboring property is vacant land zoned 0-2 Office and Institutional. FUTURE LAND USE PLAN AND RECENT AMENDMENTS: On April 17,2001 a change was made from Multi-family,Single Family,and Community Shopping to Community Shopping at the southwest corner of the Chenal Parkway /Rahling Road intersection next to Area 3. On January 4,2000 a change took place from Office to Mixed Office and Commercial at 15500 Chenal Parkway about 1 mile southeast of both Areas 3 and 4. On April 20,1999 a change was made from Office to Commercial on Chenal Parkway east of Kirk Road about 1 mile southeast of both Areas 3 and 4. On December 15,1998 a change was made from Single Family to Public Institutional at 715 Wellington Village Road about 1 mile southeast of Areas 3 and 4. On September 1,1998 a change was made from Single Family to Multi-family on Chenal Valley Drive next to Area 4. On September 1,1998 a change was made from Multi-family to Single Family on Rahling Road about 8 of a mile southeast of Area 2 and about 8 of a mile northeast of Area 4. 2 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:1.1 (Cont.)FILE NO.:LU01-19-05 On May 6,1997 multiple changes were made to Commercial,Single Family,Public Institutional,Office,Multi —family,Low Density Residential,and Public Institutional in Chenal Valley at various locations within a 1-mile radius of all amendment areas covered by this application. Area 1 is shown as Commercial on the Future Land Use Plan.The property to the north is shown as Multi-family.The property on the east side of Chenal Parkway is shown as Commercial to the northeast,Public Institutional to the east,and Single Family to the southeast.The property to the south is shown as Single Family while the land to the southwest is shown as Park/Open Space.The remainder of the land to the west is shown as Single Family. Area 2 is shown as Low Density Residential and Public Institutional on the Future Land Use Plan.The surrounding land is shown as either Park/Open Space or Single Family.A large area of Park/Open Space is shown to the south of Area 2 on top of a ridgeline.The land to the west of Area 2 below the ridge is shown as Single Family.A strip of Park/Open Space is shown along the banks of a creek starting at the northwest corner of Area 2.The remainder of the land to the east is shown as Single Family. Area 3 is shown as Single Family and Multi-family on the Future Land Use Plan.The property to the immediate north is shown as Commercial while the property to the east is shown as Office. The land to the south is shown as Multi-family while the land to the west along the banks of Rock Creek is shown as Park/Open Space.A small area to the northwest is shown as Low Density Residential. Area 4 is shown as Single Family on the Future Land Use Plan. The property to the north is shown as Multi-family while the property to the east is shown as Single Family.The remainder of the neighboring land to the south and west is shown as Office. MASTER STREET PLAN: There are three functional classifications of streets in the areas affected by this amendment.The first functional classification discussed is the Principal Arterial,which serves through traffic and to connect major traffic generators or activity centers within an urbanized area.The second functional 3 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:1.1 (Cont.)FILE NO.:LU01-19-05 classification noted is the Minor Arterial,which provides connections to and through an urban area.The third functional classification mentioned is the Collector street,which provides a traffic connection from residential streets to arterials or to activity centers,with the secondary function of providing access to adjoining property. Area 1:This area is at the southwest corner of the intersection of Chenal Parkway and Chenal Valley Drive.Chenal Parkway is a Principal Arterial while Chenal Valley Drive to the west of the parkway is shown as a collector and an unbuilt Minor Arterial to the east is unbuilt and is the subject of a Master Street Plan Amendment on this agenda. Area 2.This area is at the southeast corner of the intersection of the Chenal Valley Drive extension and an unbuilt east-west Collector Street from that minor arterial to Rahling Road.The Chenal Valley Drive extension is shown as an unbuilt Minor Arterial and is the subject of a Master Street Plan Amendment on this agenda. Area 3:This area is located on the east side of the intersection of the unbuilt Rahling Road extension and an unbuilt east-west Collector Street.The Rahling Road extension is shown as a proposed Principal Arterial.The proposed collector street will border Area 3 to the north. Area 4:This area is located at the northeast corner of the Rahling Road and Chenal Valley Drive intersection.Rahling Road is shown as a Minor Arterial while Chenal Valley Drive is shown as a Collector Street. The Master Street Plan shows a Class I Bikeway on Chenal Parkway connecting Bowman Road to State Highway 10.A Class II Bikeway on Chenal Valley Drive will connect Chenal Valley Drive to the proposed Rahling Rd.Development of the amendment areas will have a traffic impact on adjacent Bikeways. PARKS: The Little Rock Parks and Recreation Master Plan (2001 version) shows a 100-Year Floodplain,and a Potential Recreation Area, along the banks of Rock Creek.The plan recommends the preservation of open spaces in flood plains to serve as green space corridors throughout the city.Any developments should address increased impacts on the floodway of the creek and the 4 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:1.1 (Cont.)FILE NO.:LU01-19-05 ecological balance of the natural area that will affect run-off into Rock Creek. CITY RECOGNIZED NEIGHBORHOOD ACTION PLAN: The property under review is not located in an area covered by a City of Little Rock recognized neighborhood action plan. ANAL YS I S: The areas of review are in a developing area of Chenal Valley. The development pattern is for a core of commercial development at the intersections of Chenal Parkway and Rahling Road and Chenal Valley Drive and the east intersection of Kanis Road. Office uses can form a buffer between the commercial uses and single-family residential areas with some multi-family adding to the transitioning process. Area 1 at the northern intersection of Chenal Parkway and Chenal Valley Drive is a proposed change from Commercial to Single Family,which removes the only commercial for the western side of the parkway from Rahling Road intersection to Highway 10 intersection.This commercial area is outside of that established core of commercial uses.This area is also the subject of a preliminary site plan that was submitted for a new single-family neighborhood surrounding a proposed golf course. This part of the proposed amendment will not affect any parks and open spaces.The proposed change to Single Family is less intense than the current Commercial and will generate less traffic than the current uses. Area 2 is at the intersections of a proposed minor arterial and two proposed collectors.The proposed change is from Low Density Residential and Public Institutional to Single Family.At one time,this was a location of a parcel of ground that was slated for a public park.The parcel that was slated for a public park is no longer slated as a public park in the new 2001 Little Rock Parks and Recreation Master Plan and is not owned by the city. This change will remove the option of different types of housing in the Chenal area:namely town homes,and condominiums.This part of the proposed amendment will not affect any parks and open spaces.The proposed change to Single Family is less intense than the current Commercial and will generate less traffic than the current uses. 5 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:1.1 (Cont.)FILE NO.:LU01-19-05 Area 3 is at the southern extension of Rahling Road east of Chenal Parkway.It is bounded by a proposed collector to the north that lies at the southern boundary of the Community Shopping area.This collector can function as the dividing line between the commercial to the north and multi family to the south.It is desirable to have a variety of housing in any neighborhood and this multi-family could provide worker housing for the retail businesses.This multi-family also serves as part of the transition westward along Kanis Road.Any development of this site should address increased traffic,impacts on the floodway of the creek and the ecological balance of the natural area affecting the Potential Recreation Area along the banks of Rock Creek. Area 4 is the proposed change to Commercial from Single Family on Rahling Road.It is not located in the core of Commercial uses located at the Chenal Parkway /Rahling Road intersection.This amendment is contrary to the existing transition from commercial uses at Chenal Parkway descending in intensity to residential uses located to the east.This part of the proposed amendment will not affect any parks and open spaces.In addition the proposed change at this site will establish a land use that will act as a traffic generator bringing traffic into the neighborhood from a larger area of the city. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: Notices were sent to the following neighborhood associations: Aberdeen Court Property Owners Association,Bayonne Place Property Owners Association,Carriage Creek Property Owners Association,Eagle Pointe Property Owners Association,Glen Eagles Property Owners Association,Hillsborough Property Owners Association,Hunters Cove Property Owners Association,Hunters Green Property Owners Association,Johnson Ranch Neighborhood Association,Marlowe Manor Property Owners Association,and St. Charles Property Owners Association.Staff has not received any comments from area residents. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff believes the change to Single Family in Areas 1 and 2 are appropriate.The changes to Commercial in Areas 3 and 4 are not appropriate. 6 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:1.1 (Cont.)FILE NO.:LU01-19-05 PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(JUNE 14,2001) The item was placed on the consent agenda for deferral to the July 26,2001 Planning Commission Meeting.A motion was made to approve the consent agenda and was approved with a vote of 7 ayes,0 noes,3 absent and 1 open position. 7 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:2 FILE NO.:Z-7020 Owner:Paul Woodard Applicant:Walter McSpadden Location:10923 West Markham Request:Rezone from R-2 to C-3 Purpose:Future development Size:2+acres Existing Use:Vacant SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING North —Restaurant and multiple commercial uses; zoned C-3 South —Rock Creek floodway;zoned R-2 East —Nursing home,zoned R-2 and multiple C-3; zoned properties West —Utility substation and maintenance facility; zoned R-2 PUBLIC WORKS COMMENTS 1.West Markham Street is classified on the Master Street Plan as a minor arterial.A dedication of right-of-way 40 feet from centerline will be required. 2.Dedicate access easement to Tract 1-A. 3.Dedicate regulatory floodway to the City of Little Rock. 4.Construct improvements to access easement,per Ordinance 18,031 (11H),with dual sidewalks and 26'f pavement. 5.Existing access location has inadequate sight distance. (Does not meet minimum 5%grade in the first 30 feet.) 6.Restrict left turns on Markham Street. 7.A Sketch Grading and Drainage Plan,per Sec.29-186(e), will be required. 8.A Grading Permit for Special Flood Hazard Area,per Sec. 8-283,will be required. 9.A Development Permit for Flood Hazard Area,per Sec. 8-283,will be required. 10.Contact the ADPC&E for approval prior to start of work. June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:2 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-7020 PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT The site is located on a CATA Bus Route. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION All owners of property located within 200 feet of the site,all residents within 300 feet who could be identified and the Birchwood Neighborhood Association were notified of the rezoning request. LAND USE PLAN ELEMENT The site is located in the Rodney Parham Planning District. The adopted Plan recommends Commercial for the site.The C-3 rezoning request conforms to the adopted plan and is compatible with the established zoning pattern in the area. The property is not in an area currently covered by a neighborhood action plan.No plan is proposed for this area in the near future. STAFF ANALYS I S Shotgun Dans Pizza restaurant is located on the C-3 zoned property at 10923 West Markham Street.The property is one of several narrow,deep tracts that line West Markham Street.The overall tract is 167+tract in width and 1,231+feet in depth.In 1985,the northern 280 feet of the tract were zoned C-3 for development of the restaurant.The Southernmost 1.43+acre portion of the tract was dedicated to the City as floodway.The "middle"2+acres remained R-2 Single Family.Over the years,between 1985 and the present,the restaurant use area has "crept"southward 27feetsothatthenorth307+feet of the tract are now being used for the commercial use.The applicant is now asking that the "middle"portion of the tract,including that small area expanded onto by the restaurant parking lot,be zoned to C-3. The property is located within the large commercial node around the intersection of Shackleford Road and West MarkhamStreet.A large,utility substation/maintenance facility is 2 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:2 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-7020 located on the R-2 zoned property adjacent to the west.A nursing home is located on the R-2 zoned property adjacent to the east.The owner of the nursing home property has recently contacted staff about rezoning his property to C-3. Several restaurants and a hotel are located on C-3 zoned properties across Markham Street to the north.The substantial Rock Creek floodway separates this site from the Birchwood residential neighborhood further south.The floodway serves as the dividing line between the commercial uses and the residential neighborhood.Other uses in the immediate vicinity include additional restaurants,service stations,furniture stores and an automobile dealership. The requested C-3 zoning is compatible with uses and zoning in the area. The adopted Land Use Plan recommends Commercial for the properties in the area,north of Rock Creek.There is no neighborhood action plan that covers this site. Since 1985,the flood maps have been revised twice.The most recent revisions show the floodway as having expanded beyond the area that was dedicated in 1985.That additional area should be dedicated to the City. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the requested C-3 zoning with any portion of the site which lies within the regulatory floodway to be dedicated to the City and zoned OS,Open Space. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(JUNE 14,2001) The applicant was present.There were no objectors present. Staff presented the item and a recommendation of approval, with the floodway to be dedicated to the City and zoned OS. There was no further discussion. The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and approved as recommended by staff.The vote was 7 ayes,0 noes,3 absent and 1 open position. 3 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:3 FILE NO.:Z-7044 Owner:Winrock Development Applicant:Kevin Huchingson Location:15800 Kanis Road Request:Rezone from R-2 to 0-2 Purpose:Future development Size:1+acres Existing Use:Vacant,two-story building (possible residential use) SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING North —Vacant;zoned 0-2 South —Vacant;zoned 0-2 East —Vacant;zoned 0-2 West —Vacant;zoned 0-2 PUBLIC WORKS COMMENTS 1.Public Works supports rezoning if complies with approved Land Use Plan. 2.Kanis Road is classified on the Master Street Plan as a minor arterial.A dedication of right-of —way 45 feet from centerline will be required. With Buildin Permit: 3.Provide design of street conforming to "MSP"(Master Street Plan).Construct one-half street improvement to these streets including 5-foot sidewalks with planned development. 4.Plans of all work in right-of-way shall be submitted for approval prior to start of work. 5.Stormwater detention ordinance applies to this property. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT The site is not located on a CATA Bus Route. June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:3 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-7044 PUBLIC NOTIFICATION All owners of property located within 200 feet of the site, all residents within 300 feet who could be identified and the Parkway Place Neighborhood Association were notified of the rezoning request. LAND USE PLAN ELEMENT The site is located in the Ellis Mountain Planning District. The adopted Plan recommends Suburban Of f ice f or this tract and the surrounding,0-2 zoned properties.Insomuch as 0-2 requires site plan review and all of the other Suburban Office designated properties are already zoned 0-2,staff believes no plan amendment is necessary for this 1+acre rezoning. The property lies on the fringe of the area covered by the Rock Creek Neighborhood Action Plan which was adopted on December 15,1998.The only land use plan changes that came out of the plan were the recognition of 3 existing church sites as PI,Public Institutional.The Plan did recommend the development of a Design Overlay District for the Kanis Road Corridor.That concept did not come to fruition.This immediate area was shown as Suburban Office on the Plan and did not change as a result of the Neighborhood Action Plan. Subsequent to adoption of the Action Plan,as a component of the process of studying a possible Overlay District,areas of Transition designation further east along Kanis were changed to Low Density Residential and Suburban Office. Although the goal of establishing a Design Overlay District was not reached,staff believes this 0-2 request at least meets the spirit of that goal.The 0-2 District does require site plan review by the Planning Commission which can help to "preserve the character"of the Kanis Road Corridor. STAFF ANALYSIS The request before the Commission is to rezone this 1+acre tract from "R-2"Single Family to "0-2"Office and Institutional District.The property is currently occupied 2 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:3 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-7044 by a two-story,frame structure.The structure is residential in appearance but its use is unclear to staff. Once this site is rezoned,it is to be incorporated into an office development that includes the surrounding 0-2 zoned properties. The property lies within the commercial/office node around the Kanis-Chenal Parkway intersection.The undeveloped properties adjacent to the north,east,west and across Kanis Road to the south are all zoned 0-2.This small,1+ acre tract is the only "piece of the puzzle"that keeps this entire area north of Kanis Road from being zoned 0-2.The 0-2 request is clearly compatible with zoning in the immediate area. The Ellis Mountain District Land Use Plan recommends Suburban Office for this tract and the surrounding,0-2 zoned properties.Staff believes this 0-2 request does not require a plan amendment since 0-2 requires site plan review and all surrounding properties are already 0-2. Through the required site plan review,the goals of the Rock Creek Neighborhood Action Plan can be met. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the requested 0-2 zoning. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(JUNE 14,2001) The applicant was present.There were no objectors present. Staff presented the item and a recommendation of approval. There was no additional discussion. The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and approved as recommended by staff.The vote was 7 ayes,0 noes,3 absent and 1 open position. 3 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:4 FILE NO.:Z-7046 Owner:Woody Taylor Applicant:Tim Hardaway Location:14003 Cantrell Road Request:Rezone from R-2 to C-4 Purpose:Future development Size:3.78+acres Existing Use:Vacant residential structures SURROUND ING LAND USE AND ZONING North —Car wash and liquor store;zoned PD-C and Shopping Center;zoned C-3 South —Undeveloped,wooded,vacant residentialstructure;zoned R-2 East —Undeveloped,one single family dwelling and nonconforming Landscape Company;zoned R-2 West —Mini-warehouse development;zoned C-3 PUBL I C WORKS COMMENT S 1.Dedicate regulatory floodway to the City of Little Rock. 2.Black Road is classified on the Master Street Plan as a collector street.Dedicate right-of-way to 30 feet from centerline. 3.Cantrell Road is classified on the Master Street Plan as a principal arterial.Dedication of right-of-way to 55 feet from centerline will be required. With Buildin Permit: 4.Provide design of street conforming to "MSP"(Master Street Plan).Construct one-half street improvement to these streets including 5-foot sidewalks with planned development. 5.Plans of all work in right-of-way shall be submitted for approval prior to start of work. 6.Stormwater detention ordinance applies to this property.7.A Grading Permit for Special Flood Hazard Area,per Sec. 8-283,will be required. June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:4 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-7046 8.A Development Permit for Flood Hazard Area,per Sec. 8-283,will be required. 9.Contact the ADPC&E for approval prior to start of work. 10.Contact the USACE-LRD for approval prior to start of work. 11.Contact the FEMA for conditional approval prior to start of work. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT The site is located on a CATA Express Route. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION All owners of property within 200 feet of the site,all residents within 300 feet who could be identified and the Pankey,Secluded Hills and Westbury Neighborhood Associations were notified of the rezoning request. STAFF REPORT The site is bisected by a 200 foot wide floodway as illustrated on the attached survey.The applicant has begun the process of determining if the floodway can be reduced in some manner.Future development of the site and staff's determination of appropriate zoning will be influenced by the outcome of that study.The item needs to be deferred at least one cycle to allow for a preliminary determination to be made. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(JUNE 14,2001) The applicant was not present.There were no objectors present.Staff recommended that the item be deferred to the July 26,2001 meeting.There was no additional discussion. The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and deferred as recommended by staff.The vote was 7 ayes,0 noes,3 absent and 1 open position. 2 Ju.ie 14,2001 ITEM NO.:5 FILE NO.:Z-5232-B NAME:Bale Elementary School —Revised Conditional Use Permit LOCATION:6501 West 32"Street DEVELOPER:ENGINEER: Little Rock School District White-Daters and Associates 810 West Markham Street 24 Rahling Circle Little Rock,AR 72201 Little Rock,AR 72223 AREA:Approximately 10 acres NUMBER OF LOTS:1 FT.NEW STREET:0 ZONING:R-2 ALLOWED USES:School PROPOSED USE:School expansion VARIANCES/WAIVERS REQUESTED: De f err al o f street improvements to Wes t 32"Street . A.PROPOSAL/REQUEST: The Little Rock School District proposes a Conditional Use Permit to allow the expansion of the existing Bale Elementary School at 6501 West 32 Street.The property is zoned R-2. The proposal is for two (2)building expansions along the north side of the existing school building.There will be a 6,500 square foot classroom expansion and a 1,100 squarefootexpansionforadministrativeoffices.The building expansions will not exceed 25 feet in height. The proposed classroom expansion will provide four (4)additional classrooms for a total of 24 classrooms on thesite.The classroom expansion will also allow for the June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:5 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-5232-B removal of three (3)existing portable classrooms,as noted on the attached site plan.The single story additions will be constructed of brick with a glass facade to match the existing school building. The applicant is also requesting a deferral of street improvements to West 32"Street as part of this application.The requested deferral is for five (5)years or until further development of the Bale Elementary site, whichever occurs first. B.EXISTING CONDITIONS: The property contains an existing elementary school building with parking along the building's west side.There are three (3)portable classrooms along the west and south sides of the parking area.There are two (2)points of access from West 32 Street. The Southwest Middle School development is located immediately west,with single family residences,a commercial use and office use further west across BryantStreet.There is a Little Rock School District service building to the south,with single family residences and commercial uses further south.There are single family residences to the north across West 32"Street,with additional single family residences and a church to theeast. C.NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: As of this writing,staff has received several informational phone calls from nearby property owners.The Broadmoor and John Barrow Neighborhood Associations were notified of the public hearing. D .ENGINEERING COMMENTS: PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS: 1.Provide design of West 32"Street conforming to Master Street Plan.Construct one-half street improvements including sidewalk with planned development. With Buildin Permit: 1.Property frontage needs to have the sidewalks and ramps brought up to the current ADA standards. 2.Repair or replace any curb and gutter or sidewalk that is damaged in the public right-of-way prior to occupancy. 2 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:5 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-5232-B 3.Plans of all work in right-of-way shall be submitted for approval prior to start of work. 4.Stormwater detention ordinance applies to this property. E.UTILITIES,FIRE DEPARTMENT AND CATA: Wastewater:Sewer available,not adversely affected. Entergy:No Comment received. ARXLA:No Comment received. Southwestern Bell:No Comment. Water:No Comment. Fire Department:No Comment. CATA:Project site is located on bus route ¹21,but has no effect on bus radius,turnout and route. F.Landsca e Issues: Since the proposed building expansion is less than ten percent of the existing buildings,no additional landscaping is required. G.SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT:(MAY 10,2001) Doug Eaton and Fred Chilcote were present,representing the application.Staff briefly reviewed the conditional use permit proposal with the Committee,noting several additional items which needed to be shown on a revised site plan. The Public Works requirements were briefly discussed.It was noted that the requirement to bring the sidewalks and ramps up to current ADA standards pertained to the Bale Elementary School frontage along West 32"Street only. After the brief discussion,the Committee forwarded the revised conditional use permit to the full Commission for final action. H.ANALYSIS: The applicant submitted a revised site plan to staff on May 30,2001.The revised plan conforms to the issues as 3 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:5 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-5232-B raised by staff at the Subdivision Committee meeting.The existing site sign,dumpster location,existing fencing and total number of existing parking spaces have been shown on the site plan. The revised site plan notes that there are 50 existing parking spaces on the site.The ordinance requires a minimum of 24 parking spaces to serve a school of this size. Therefore,there are no parking issues associated with this development. As noted in paragraph A.,the applicant is requesting a deferral of street improvements to West 32"Street.Public Works supports the deferral for five (5)years or until further development of the Bale Elementary School site, whichever occurs first. Otherwise,there should be no outstanding issues associated with the conditional use permit.Staff feels that the proposed expansion of the elementary school will have no adverse impact on the general area.The building setbacks and height of the proposed building expansions conform to ordinance standards. I.STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff recommends approval of the revised conditional use permit subject to the following conditions: 1.Compliance with the Public Works requirements as noted in paragraph D.of this report.2.Staff recommends approval of the deferral of street improvements to West 32"Street for five (5)years or until further development of the Bale Elementary Schoolsite,whichever occurs first. 3.The existing portable classrooms must be removed with the new building construction. 4.Any site lighting must be low-level and directed away from adjacent property. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(JUNE 14,2001) The staff presented a positive recommendation on this application,as there were no further issues for resolution. There were no objectors to this matter. 4 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:5 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-5232-B The Chairman placed the item before the Commission for inclusion within the Consent Agenda for approval as recommended by staff. A motion to that effect was made.The motion passed by a vote of 7 ayes,0 nays,3 absent,and 1 open position. 5 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:6 FILE NO.:Z-5489-A NAME:Romine Elementary School —Conditional Use Permit LOCATION:2400 Romine Road DEVELOPER:ARCHITECT: Little Rock School District Woods-Caradine Architects 810 West Markham Street 2200 S.Main Street Little Rock,AR 72201 Little Rock,AR 72206-1530 AREA:20 acres NUMBER OF LOTS:1 FT.NEW STREET:0 ZONING:R-2 ALLOWED USES:School PROPOSED USE:School expansion VARIANCE S /WAIVERS REQUESTED: Deferral of street improvements to West 36 Street.th A.PROPOSAL/REQUEST: The Little Rock School District requests a Conditional Use Permit to allow the expansion of the existing Romine Elementary School at 2400 Romine Road.The property is zoned R-2. The proposal is for a single building expansion along the north side of the existing school building.The building addition will consist of 7,215 square feet and be approximately 17 feet in height.The building addition will be a stand alone structure connected to the main building's cafeteria via an enclosed breezeway.The exterior of the proposed building addition will be constructed to match the exterior of the existing school building. The proposed building addition will provide five (5) additional classrooms with public toilets and June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:6 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-5489-A mechanical/storage space.This will bring the total number of classrooms to 32.The classroom expansion will also allow for the removal of two (2)existing portable classrooms,as noted on the attached site plan. The applicant is also requesting a deferral of street improvements to West 36 Street as part of this application.The requested deferral is for five (5)years or until further development of the Romine Elementary School site,whichever occurs first. B.EXISTING CONDITIONS: The property contains an existing elementary school building,with parking along the building's south and east sides.There are three (3)existing access points from Romine Road.The south one-half of the property is wooded and undeveloped. There are single family residences to the north,west and across West 36 Street to the south.There are single family residences,a church and a multifamily development across Romine Road to the east. C.NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: The Campus Place,Kensington Place and John Barrow Neighborhood Associations were notified of the public hearing.As of this writing,staff has received one (1) phone call from a person requesting information on this application. D.ENGINEERING COMMENTS: PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS: 1.Provide design of West 36 Street conforming to Master Street Plan.Construct one-half street improvements including sidewalk with planned development. With Buildin Permit: 1.Property frontage needs to have the sidewalks and ramps brought up to the current ADA standards. 2.Repair or replace any curb and gutter or sidewalk that is damaged in the public right-of-way prior to occupancy. 3.Plans of all work in right —of-way shall be submitted for approval prior to start of work. 4.Stormwater detention ordinance applies to this property. 2 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:6 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-5489-A E.UTILITIES,FIRE DEPARTMENT AND CATA: Wastewater:Sewer available,not adversely affected. Entergy:No Comment received. ARKLA:No Comment received. Southwestern Bell:No Comment. Water:No Comment. Fire Department:No Comment. CATA:Project site is located near bus route ¹14 and has no effect on bus radius,turnout and route. F.~SCAPE ISSUES: The existing trees provide for the required perimeter landscaping. A 15%upgrade in interior or building landscaping toward compliance with the Landscape Ordinance is required.There is considerable flexibility with this small amount of landscaping upgrade. G.SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT:(MAY 24,2001) Doug Eaton and Ron Woods were present,representing the application.Staff briefly described the proposed conditional use permit,noting that several additional items needed to be shown on a revised site plan.Staff also noted that the applicant needed to provide the total number of classrooms (existing and proposed)and the total number of existing parking spaces on the site. The Public Works requirements were briefly discussed.It was noted that the property frontage along Romine Road needed the sidewalks and ramps brought up to current ADA standards. The landscape requirements were also discussed.Bob Brown, of the Planning Staff,noted that a 15 percent upgrade in landscaping was required.He noted that this could involve additional plantings in existing landscaped areas. 3 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:6 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-5489-A After the discussion,the Committee forwarded the conditional use permit to the full Commission for final action. H.ANALYSIS: The applicant submitted a revised site plan to staff on May 31,2001.The revised plan addresses the issues as raised by staff at the Subdivision Committee meeting.The building heights,existing dumpster location,fencing,total number of classrooms and total number of existing parking spaces have been shown on the revised plan. The revised site plan shows that there are 138 existing parking spaces on the site.The ordinance requires a minimum of 32 parking spaces to serve a school of this size. Therefore,there are no parking issues associated with this development. As noted in paragraph A.,the applicant is requesting a deferral of street improvements to West 36 Street.Public Works supports the deferral for five (5)years or until further development of the Romine Elementary School site, whichever occurs first. To staff'knowledge,there are no outstanding issues associated with the Conditional Use Permit.The proposed building expansion to the Romine Elementary School should have no adverse impact on the general area.The proposed building addition conforms to ordinance standards with respect to building setbacks and height. I .STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff recommends approval of the conditional use permit subject to the following conditions: 1.Compliance with the requirements as noted in paragraphs D and F of this report. 2.Staff recommends approval of the deferral of street improvements for five (5)years or until further development of the Romine Elementary School site, whichever occurs first. 4 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:6 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-5489-A 3.Any site lighting must be low-level and directed away from adjacent property. 4.The existing portable classrooms must be removed with the new building construction. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(JUNE 14,2001) The staff presented a positive recommendation on this application,as there were no further issues for resolution. There were no objectors to this matter. The Chairman placed the item before the Commission for inclusion within the Consent Agenda for approval as recommended by staff. A motion to that effect was made.The motion passed by a vote of 7 ayes,0 nays,3 absent,and 1 open position. 5 u une 14,2001 ITEM NO.:7 FILE NO.:Z-6149-C NAME:Fellowship Bible Church Parking Lot —Conditional Use Permit LOCATION:1701-1811 Napa Valley Drive DEVELOPER:ENGINEER: Fellowship Bible Church Carter-Burgess 12601 Hinson Road 10809 Executive Center,Suite 204 Little Rock,AR 72211 Little Rock,AR 72211 AREA:4.38 acres NUMBER OF LOTS:5 FT.NEW STREET:0 ZONING:R-2 ALLOWED USES:Single Family Residential PROPOSED USE:Parking lot for church VARIANCE S/WAIVERS REQUESTED: A variance to allow a 10 foot high privacy fence. A.PROPOSAL/REQUEST: Fellowship Bible Church requests a conditional use permit to allow the construction of a parking lot on the five (5)R-2 zoned lots along the east side of Napa Valley Drive,north of Rainwood Drive.The proposed parking lot will consist of 385 parking spaces which will serve the Fellowship Bible Church campus to the northwest across Napa Valley Drive and the proposed administrative office building to the north (Item 7.1.on this agenda).The site will have two (2) access points from Napa Valley Drive,one (1)driveway near the center of the property and one (1)drive at the north property line between this property and the proposed administrative office building property. The applicant is requesting one (1)variance with the proposed conditional use permit.The variance is to allow a privacy fence along the east property line which is in June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:7 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-6149-C excess of the maximum allowed height of six (6)feet.The proposed site plan shows a 10 foot privacy fence along this property line (two foot concrete block wall with an 8 foot wood privacy fence on top).The applicant has noted that the 10 foot fence height was at the request of the abutting neighbors to the east.The applicant also notes that the privacy fence will be finished on both sides. The applicant has noted that site lighting will be low —level (maximum 12 foot poles)and directed away from adjacent property.The lighting will be phased for minimal lighting during non-event periods. The applicant also notes that landscaping will meet and exceed the requirements of the Little Rock landscape ordinance.The applicant has designed the parking lot to preserve many of the existing trees on the site.The proposed site plan shows the existing trees to remain. B.EXISTING CONDITIONS: The area proposed for the parking lot currently contains four (4)single family residences.There are single family residences to the east and south across Rainwood Drive. There is an existing Fellowship Bible Church parking area on the 0-2 zoned lot immediately to the north.This 0-2 zoned property is proposed for an administrative office building for the church (Item 7.1 on this agenda).The Terry Library and a clinic are located further north.The Fellowship Bible Church main campus and the Asbury United Methodist Church are located across Napa Valley Drive to the west. C.NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: The Rainwood Cove,Glen Eagles and Pleasant Valley Neighborhood Associations were notified of the public hearing.As of this writing,staff has received no comment from the neighborhood. D.ENGINEERING COMMENTS: PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS: 1.Napa Valley Road is classified on the Master Street Plan as a minor arterial.A dedication of right-of-way 45 feet from centerline will be required. 2.Rainwood Drive is classified on the Master Street Plan as a collector street.Dedicate right-of —way to 30 feet from centerline. 3.Provide design of streets conforming to "MSP"(Master Street Plan).Construct one-half street improvements to 2 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:7 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z —6149-C these streets including 5-foot sidewalks with planned development (or pay in-lieu of construction cost). 4.Plans of all work in right-of-way shall be submitted for approval prior to start of work. 5.Stormwater detention ordinance applies to this property. 6.Easements for proposed stormwater detention facilities are required. 7.A Sketch Grading and Drainage Plan,per Sec.29-186(e), will be required. 8.A Grading Permit,per Sec.29 —186(c)(d),will be required. E.UTILITIES,FIRE DEPARTMENT AND CATA: Wastewater:Sewer not required for parking lot.No comment. Entergy:No Comment. ARKLA:No Comment received. Southwestern Bell:No Comment. Water:No Comment. Fire Department:No Comment. CATA:Project site is not located on a dedicated bus route and has no effect on bus radius,turnout and route. F.Landsca e Issues: Areas set aside for landscaping and buffers meet and exceed ordinance requirements. An irrigation system to water landscaped areas will be required. Temporary fencing must be installed to protect the critical root zone of the trees to be preserved. The face side of the proposed screening fence must be directed outward.It is recommended that slats be placed on both sides of the fence.Shrubs can help soften its impact. If brick or rock were to be used for screening,then vines could be used to soften the impact. 3 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:7 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z —6149-C Prior to obtaining a building permit,it will be necessary to provide landscape plans with the seal of a Registered Landscape Architect. G.SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT:(MAY 24,2001) Mike Cruse and Randy Frazier were present,representing the application.Staff briefly described the proposed conditional use permit.Staff noted that the proposed privacy fence along the east property line needed to be finished on both sides.Mr.Cruse noted no issue with this recommendation.Tad Borkowski,of Public Works,noted that the block base for the fence needed to have drains to allow water run-off from the east. The Public Works requirements were discussed.This discussion included the required street improvements along Napa Valley Drive. The landscape requirements were also discussion.Bob Brown, of the Planning Staff,noted that the street buffer along Rainwood Drive needed to be increased. After the discussion,the Committee forwarded the conditional use permit to the full Commission for final action. H.ANALYSIS: The applicant submitted a revised site plan to staff on May 30,2001.The revised plan addresses the issues as raised by staff at the Subdivision Committee meeting.The applicant has noted that the 10 foot privacy fence along the east property line will be finished on both sides.The revised plan also provides the increased street buffer along Rainwood Drive. The revised site plan also shows a ground-mounted sign at the entrance drive near the center of the property.The sign will have a maximum height of six (6)feet and a maximum area of 64 square feet.This is the typical ground- mounted sign size allowed for church developments. As noted in paragraph A.,the applicant is requesting a variance to allow a privacy fence along the east property line in excess of the maximum allowed height of six (6)feet.The proposed fence is 10 feet in height.The applicant notes that the 10 foot height was requested by the abutting neighbors to the east.Staff feels that the 4 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:7 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-6149-C proposed fence height is reasonable and will provide adequate screening for the residences to the east. Otherwise,to staff's knowledge there are no outstanding issues associated with this application.With the screening of this property from the residents to the east,low- level/phased lighting and preservation of existing trees,staff feels that the proposed parking area should have no adverse impact on the general area. I .STAFF RECOMMENDAT IONS: Staff recommends approval of the conditional use permit subject to the following conditions: 1.Compliance with the requirements as noted in paragraphs D and F of this report.2.Any site lighting must be low-level,directed away from adjacent property and phased for minimal lighting during non-event periods.3.Staff recommends approval of the variance to allow the 10 foot high privacy fence along the east propertyline. 4.The 10 foot high privacy must be finished on both sides and have drains to allow water run-off from the east properties.5.The ground-mounted sign is to have a maximum height ofsix(6)feet and a maximum area of 64 square feet. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(JUNE 14,2001) The applicant requested at the public hearing that the application be deferred to the July 12,2001 Planning Commission agenda.This was due to the fact that only seven (7)planning commissioners were present at the public hearing. There was a motion to defer the application to the July 12,2001 agenda.The motion passed by a vote of 7 ayes,0 nays,3 absent and 1 open position. 5 J~»e 14,2001 ITEM NO.:7.1 FILE NO.:Z-6149-D NAME:Fellowship Bible Church —Zoning Site Plan Review LOCATION:East side of Napa Valley Drive,approximately 600 feet south of Hinson Road DEVELOPER:ENGINEER: Fellowship Bible Church Carter-Burgess 12601 Hinson Road 10809 Executive Center,Suite 204 Little Rock,AR 72211 Little Rock,AR 72211 AREA:0.90 acre NUMBER OF LOTS:1 FT.NEW STREET:0 ZONING:0-2 ALLOWED USES:Office PROPOSED USE:Office VARIANCE S/WAIVERS REQUESTED: 1.A variance to allow a reduced side yard setback (south side). 2.A variance to allow off-site parking. A.PROPOSAL/REQUEST: Fellowship Bible Church proposes a zoning site plan review to allow for the construction of an administrative office building on the 0-2 zoned property immediately south of the existing Terry Library.The proposed office building will have an area of 36,000 square feet,with a maximum height of 45 feet (3 stories). The applicant proposes a shared driveway between this 0-2 zoned property and the proposed parking lot (Item 7.on this agenda)to serve the office building.There is a ground- mounted sign located along the north side of the access drive.The sign will have a maximum height of six (6)feet and a maximum area of 64 square feet.This is maximum allowed sign size for office zoned property (churches). June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:7.1 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-6149-D The applicant is requesting two (2)variances as part of the proposed site plan review.The first is a variance to allow a reduced site yard setback (south side).The minimum required side yard setback in 0-2 zoning is 25 feet.The proposed building (drive thru canopy)is approximately 12feetfromthesouthpropertyline. The second variance is to allow 100 percent off-site parkingfortheproposedofficebuilding.The ordinance allows a maximum of 25 percent of the required parking spaces for a development to be located off-site.There are no parking spaces located on this 0-2 zoned lot.With respect to both variances,Fellowship Bible Church also owns the property to the south which is proposed for a parking lot.Therefore, the conditional use permit for the south parking area must be approved for this property to be utilized as parking for the office building.Otherwise,parking for the office building will need to be provided within other Fellowship Bible Church owned parking areas. B.EXISTING CONDITIONS: The 0-2 zoned lot currently contains a parking lot which serves Fellowship Bible Church.The Terry Library is located immediately north of this site,with a clinic further north at the southeast corner of Napa Valley Drive and Hinson Road.There is an existing Fellowship Bible Church parking lot (which serves the youth building) immediately east,with single family residences to the southeast.The proposed Fellowship Bible Church parking lot (currently single family residences)is located to the south.The Fellowship Bible Church main campus is located across Napa Valley Drive to the west. C.NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: The Rainwood Cove,Glen Eagles and Pleasant Valley Neighborhood Associations were notified of the public hearing.As of this writing,staff has received no comment from the neighborhood. D.ENGINEERING COMMENTS: PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS: 1.Napa Valley Road is classified on the Master Street Plan as a minor arterial.A dedication of right-of-way 45 feet from centerline will be required. 2.Plans of all work in right-of-way shall be submitted for approval prior to start of work. 2 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:7.1 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-6149-D 3.Stormwater detention ordinance applies to this property. 4.Easements for proposed stormwater detention facilities are required. 5.A Sketch Grading and Drainage Plan,per Sec.29-186(e), will be required. 6.A Grading Permit,per Sec.29-186(c)(d),will be required. E.UTILITIES,FIRE DEPARTMENT AND CATA: Wastewater:Sewer main extension required with easements to serve Administration Building. Entergy:No Comment. ARKLA:No Comment received. Southwestern Bell:No Comment. Water:No Comment. Fire Department:No Comment. CATA:Project site is not located on a dedicated bus route and has no effect on bus radius,turnout and route. F.Landsca e Issues: Areas set aside for buffers and landscaping meet with ordinance requirements. G.SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT:(MAY 24,2001) Mike Cruse and Randy Frazier were present,representing the application.Staff briefly described the proposed site plan,noting that some additional information needed to be shown on the site plan. The Public Works requirements were briefly discussed. Staff noted that the areas set aside for buffers and landscaping met with ordinance requirements. After the brief discussion,the Committee forwarded the site plan to the full Commission for final action. 3 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:7.1 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-6149-D H.ANALYSIS: The applicant submitted a revised site plan to staff on May 30,2001.The revised plan addresses the issues as raised by staff at the Subdivision Committee meeting.The revised site plan notes the building height and area and ground-mounted signage information As noted in paragraph A.,the applicant is requesting two (2)variances with the proposed site plan review.The firstisavariancetoallowareducedsideyardbuildingsetback along the building'south side.The second variance is to allow 100 percent off-site parking for the proposed office building.The office building requires a minimum of 83 parking spaces Staff feels that the variance requests are reasonable based on the fact that Fellowship Bible Church also owns the property to the south,which is proposed to be a parking lot (Item 7.on this agenda).The variance requests are required based on the fact that the R-2/0 —2 zoning line bisects the Fellowship Bible Church property ownership. Otherwise,to staff'knowledge there are no outstanding issues associated with the site plan.Staff feels that the proposed office building will have no adverse impact on the general area. I.STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff recommends approval of the site plan subject to the following conditions: 1.Compliance with the requirements as noted in paragraphs D and E of this report. 2.Any site lighting must be low-level and directed away from adjacent property.3.The ground-mounted sign will have a maximum height of six (6)feet and a maximum area of 64 square feet. 4.Staff supports the variance to allow reduced building setback along the south property line. 5.Staff also supports the variance to allow 100 percentoff-site parking.Parking for the office building is to be provided on the property to the south,with the approval of the conditional use permit (Item 7.on this agenda),or within other Fellowship Bible Church owned parking areas. 4 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:7.1 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-6149-D PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(JUNE 14,2001) The applicant requested at the public hearing that the application be deferred to the July 12,2001 Planning Commission agenda.This was due to the fact that only seven (7)planning commissioners were present at the public hearing. There was a motion to defer the application to the July 12,2001 agenda.The motion passed by a vote of 7 ayes,0 nays,3 absent and 1 open position. 5 &fane 14,2001 ITEM NO.:8 FILE NO.:Z-6663-A NAME:Hall High School —Conditional Use Permit LOCATION:6700 "H"Street DEVELOPER:ARCHITECT: Little Rock School District Wittenberg Deloney and Davidson 810 West Markham Street 400 West Capitol Avenue,Ste.1800 Little Rock,AR 72201 Little Rock,AR 72201-4857 AREA:27.76 acres NUMBER OF LOTS:1 FT.NEW STREET:0 ZONING:R —2 ALLOWED USES:School PROPOSED USE:School expansion VARIANCES/WAIVERS REQUESTED: 1.A variance to allow an alternate sidewalk design along "H" Street. 2.A variance to allow a reduced number of required parking spaces. 3.A variance to allow an increased building height for the proposed gymnasium. A.PROPOSAL/REQUEST: The Little Rock School District requests a Conditional Use Permit to allow for the expansion of the existing Hall High School at 6700 "H"Street.The property is zoned R-2. The proposal is for 72,698 square feet of building expansions and parking expansion as follows: 1.A 21,324 square foot classroom addition (18 classrooms) on the east end of the existing school building (17 feet in height). 2.A 6,509 square foot science building addition (2 classrooms and 1 laboratory)on the north side of the June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:8 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-6663-A school building (17 feet in height).3.A 4,865 square foot addition to the cafeteria within an interior courtyard area (18 feet in height). 4.A new 40,000 square foot gymnasium (54 feet in height). 5.35 new parking spaces near the southeast corner of the property. The proposed classroom expansions will bring the total number of classrooms to 81.The classroom expansions will allow for the removal of seven (7)portables classrooms which are currently located along the east side of the student/faculty parking area. The applicant is requesting a variance to allow a reduced number of required parking spaces to serve the school site. The ordinance requires a minimum of six (6)parking spaces per classroom,which would be a minimum requirement of 486 spaces.There are currently 211 parking spaces on the site. With redesign of the existing parking areas and new parking, the number of parking spaces on the site will be 230.The applicant notes that there will be no increase in enrollment at the school,and that the current number of parking spacesisadequatetoservethisschooluse. The applicant is also requesting a variance to allow an alternate sidewalk design along "H"Street.The typical sidewalk standards call for a two (2)foot landscape strip between the back of the street curb and the sidewalk.Based on the topography along the majority of the "H"Street frontage,the applicant is requesting to place the sidewalkatthebackofthestreetcurb(with no landscape strip). In order to construct the sidewalk along "H"Street a short retaining wall will be constructed along the north side of the walk. The applicant is also requesting a variance to allow the building height for the gymnasium to exceed the maximum height allowed in R-2 zoning of 35 feet.The proposed gymnasium will have a building height of approximately 54feet.The existing auditorium building immediately east of the proposed gymnasium has a building height of approximately 70 feet. The applicant has also shown an area for bus loading on thesiteplan,within the existing student/facility parkingarea.This bus loading zone will be in the area where three (3)of the portable classrooms will be removed.The current bus loading area is at the east end of the school building where the new classroom addition is proposed. 2 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:8 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-6663-A B.EXISTING CONDITIONS: The property at 6700 "H"Street contains the existing Hall High School campus.There are two (2)access points from "H"Street,two (2)from McKinley Street and one (1)access point from Hughes Street.The northern portion of the property is undeveloped and very steep.There are single family residences to the north along Evergreen Street. There are also single family residences across the boundary streets to the south,east and west. C.NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: As of this writing,staff has received several phone calls from persons requesting information on this application. The Evergreen Neighborhood Association was notified of the public hearing. D.ENGINEERING COMMENTS: PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS: 1.Redesign site plan to incorporate bus parking on site. Contact Bill Henry for details.(340-4852) 2.Property frontage needs to have the sidewalks and ramps brought up to the current ADA standards. 3.Repair or replace any curb and gutter or sidewalk that is damaged in the public right-of-way prior to occupancy. 4.Plans of all work in right-of-way shall be submitted for approval prior to start of work. 5.Stormwater detention ordinance applies to this property. 6.A Sketch Grading and Drainage Plan,per Sec.29-186(e), will be required. 7.A Grading Permit,per Sec.29 —186(c)(d),will be required. E.UTILITIES,FIRE DEPARTMENT AND CATA: Wastewater:School served by private sewer system.Not adversely affected by additions. Entergy:A 10 foot utility easement is requested from "H" Street,along the west and north sides of the existing school building. ARKLA:No Comment received. Southwestern Bell:No Comment. 3 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:8 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-6663-A Water:No Comment. Fire Department:No Comment. CATA:Project site is located near bus route ¹8 and has no effect on bus radius,turnout and route. F.Landsca e Issues: Areas set aside for landscaping and buffers within the new vehicular use areas to be developed meet with ordinance requirements. An upgrade in landscaping toward full compliance with the Landscape Ordinance will be required equal to the expansion percentage proposed. G.SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT:(MAY 24,2001) Doug Eaton and Jack See were present,representing the application.Staff briefly described the proposed conditional use permit,noting that some additional information needed to be shown on the site plan.The project was briefly discussed. The area for bus loading was discussed.Mr.Eaton explained that the bus loading area was currently at the east end of the school building where the classroom expansion is proposed.Mr.Eaton noted that the bus loading area would be relocated to the student/faculty parking area and shown on the site plan. The Public Works requirements were discussed.The sidewalk construction along "H"Street was discussed at length.Mr. Eaton noted that the sidewalk would need to be constructed at the back of the curb line,based on the topography along "H"Street.He noted that the sidewalk would require a short retaining wall along its north side,and if the walk were pulled back from the curb line,the retaining wall would have to be increased in height.Tad Borkowski,of Public Works,noted that the applicant needed to request a variance to allow the sidewalk to be constructed at the back of the "H"Street curb line. 4 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:8 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-6663-A The landscape requirements were also discussed.Bob Brown, of the Planning Staff,noted that an upgrade in landscaping would be required based on the percentage of building expansion. After the discussion,the Committee forwarded the conditional use permit to the full Commission for final action. H .ANALYSI S: The applicant submitted a revised site plan to staff on May 30,2001.The revised plan addresses the issues as raised by staff and the Subdivision Committee.The revised plan shows the height/area for the building additions, existing dumpster location,existing ground-mounted sign location,existing portable classrooms which will be removed and an off-street bus loading zone. The applicant has also submitted a building elevation (from "H"Street)of the proposed gymnasium building.The elevation notes that the exterior will have a facade which will be mostly brick veneer to match the existing school building.A copy of the elevation has been attached for Planning Commission review. The minimum number of parking spaces for a school of this size is 486 spaces (six (6)per classroom).With revisions, the total number of parking spaces on the site will be 230 spaces,19 more spaces than currently exist on the site. The applicant is requesting a variance from this parking requirement.Staff supports the variance based on the fact that the school enrollment will not increase and the applicant notes that there is adequate parking currently on the site to serve the school use. The applicant is also requesting a variance to allow the sidewalk along "H"Street to be constructed along the back of the curb line.As noted earlier,this request is made because of the existing topography along "H"Street and an attempt to keep the retaining wall along the north side of the walk as short as possible.Public Works has indicated support of this variance request. Also noted in paragraph A.,the applicant is requesting a variance to allow an increased building height for the proposed gymnasium building.The maximum height allowed in R-2 zoning is 35 feet.The proposed gymnasium will have a height of approximately 54 feet.Staff supports the variance request given the fact that the existing auditorium building is taller than the proposed gymnasium and has had 5 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:8 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-6663-A no apparent adverse impact on the general area.Staff's support is also based on the fact that the exterior of the gymnasium building will be designed to match the existing school building. To staff'knowledge,there are no outstanding issues associated with this application.Staff feels that the proposed school expansions will have no adverse impact on the general area.All of the proposed building setbacks conform to the R-2 zoning standards. I.STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff recommends approval of the conditional use permit subject to the following conditions: 1.Compliance with the requirements as noted in paragraphs D,E and F of this report.2.Any site lighting must be low-level and directed away from adjacent property.3.Staff supports the variance for a reduced number of required parking spaces. 4.Staff also supports the variance to allow sidewalk construction along "H"Street to be at the back of the curb line.5.Staff also supports the variance to allow increased building height for the proposed gymnasium. 6.All bus loading/unloading must be off-street. 7.The existing portable classrooms must be removed with the new building construction. 8.The exterior of the proposed gymnasium building must be constructed to match the existing school building. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(JUNE 14,2001) Doug Eaton was present,representing the application.There were two (2)persons present with concerns.Staff briefly described the conditional use permit with a recommendation of approval subject to the conditions as noted in paragraph I.of the agenda report. Doug Eaton,Director of Facility Services for the Little Rock School District,addressed the Commission in support of the application.He provided several reasons for the proposed expansions to the school. Dewayne Vance noted that he was concerned with traffic at the intersection of "H"and Hughes Streets.He noted safety concerns at this intersection.He noted support of removing the portable 6 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:8 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-6663-A classrooms from the property and no concern with the proposed height of the gymnasium building.He also stated that he was satisfied that the bus drop-off/pick-up would be off-street. Rosemary Brandt addressed the Commission.She stated that she had no objection to the proposed school expansions.She noted that she wished to see the existing pine trees near the southeast corner of the property preserved.She also stated that she would like the trim work on the existing and proposed buildings painted a color other than white. Commissioner Lowry noted that he would like assurance that the proposed additions would not increase the traffic flow.Mr. Eaton noted that the enrollment at the school would not increase and that there is currently no parking problem at the school. Commissioner Lowry asked about the existing pine trees at the southeast corner of the property.Mr.Eaton noted that the plan was to preserve as many of the trees as possible.This issue was discussed.Mr.Eaton noted that all of the trees east of the new drive (east side of building)would be preserved. There was a motion to approve the conditional use permit as recommended by staff.The motion passed by a vote of 7 ayes, 0 nays,3 absent and 1 open position. 7 ~~ne 14,2001 ITEM NO.:9 FILE NO.:Z-6814-A NAME:Otter Creek Elementary School —Conditional Use Permit LOCATION:16000 Otter Creek Parkway DEVELOPER:ENGINEER: Little Rock School District The Johnson-McAdams Firm 810 West Markham Street 11300 N.Rodney Parham Rd.,Ste.310 Little Rock,AR 72201 Little Rock,AR 72212 AREA:8.857 acres NUMBER OF LOTS:1 FT.NEW STREET:0 ZONING:R-2 ALLOWED USES:School PROPOSED USE:School Expansion VARIANCES/WAIVERS REQUESTED:None requested. A.PROPOSAL/REQUEST: The Little Rock School District requests a Conditional Use Permit to allow for the expansion of the existing Otter Creek Elementary School at 16,000 Otter Creek Parkway.The property is zoned R-2. The proposal is for a 9,150 square foot building addition at the southeast corner of the existing school building.The addition will have a maximum height of 16 feet.An existing portable classroom on the north side of the existing school building will be removed with the proposed expansion.The building addition will allow for seven (7)additional classrooms to the existing 20 classrooms.One (1)of the existing classrooms will be converted to office space, leaving a total of 26 classrooms. There are 23 existing paved parking spaces along the south side of the school building.This paved parking area along with existing gravel parking at the northwest corner of the school building will be redesigned and reconstructed at the June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:9 FILE NO.:Z-6814-A time of building expansion.The new parking areas will contain a total of 33 parking spaces.The redesign of the interior parking areas also allows for circulation and drop- off areas for passenger vehicles and buses. B.EXISTING CONDITIONS: There is an existing elementary school building on the site, with paved parking along the south side of the building and gravel parking along the building's west side.There is a portable classroom along the north side of the existing school building.There are two (2)existing access points from Otter Creek Parkway. There are single family residences to the north and east. There is a creek along the property'south boundary,with single family residences and the Otter Creek Community Center further south.There is undeveloped MF-6 zoned property and single family residences across Otter Creek Parkway to the west. C.NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: The Otter Creek and SWLR UP Neighborhood Associations were notified of the public hearing.As of this writing,staff has received no comment from the neighborhood. D .ENGINEERING COMMENTS: PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS: 1.Property frontage needs to have the sidewalks and ramps brought up to the current ADA standards. 2.Repair or replace any curb and gutter or sidewalk that is damaged in the public right-of-way prior to occupancy. 3.Plans of all work in right-of-way shall be submitted for approval prior to start of work. 4.Stormwater detention ordinance applies to this property. E.UTILITIES,FIRE DEPARTMENT AND CATA: Wastewater:Sewer available,not adversely affected. Entergy:No Comment received. ARKLA:No Comment received. Southwestern Bell:No Comment received. Water:No Comment. 2 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:9 FILE NO.:2-6814-A Fire Department:No Comment. CATA:Project site is not located on a dedicated bus route and has no effect on bus radius,turnout and route. F .LANDSCAPE ISSUES: The proposed street buffer width along Otter Creek Parkway drops below the minimum requirement of 14 feet and the Landscape Ordinance minimum of 9-feet. The proposed northernmost parking lot does not allow for the 9-foot wide minimum land use buffering along a portion of the northern perimeter.Utility easements cannot count as part of the land use buffer. A 6-foot high opaque screen,either a wooden fence with its face side directed outward or dense evergreen plantings,is required north of the proposed northern parking lot. An irrigation system to water landscaped areas will be required. Curb and gutter will be required to protect landscaped areas from vehicular traffic. G.SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT:(MAY 24,2001) Doug Eaton and Jamie Guidry were present,representing the application.Staff briefly reviewed the conditional use permit application and noted that additional information needed to be shown on the site plan.Staff noted that two (2)of the areas of new parking needed to be revised to meet the minimum standards for stall size and maneuvering area, and that the main interior drive needed a minimum width of 20 feet. The Public Works requirements were briefly discussed.The applicants noted no issues with the Public Works issues. The landscape requirements were briefly discussed.Bob Brown,of the Planning Staff,noted that the landscape buffer along Otter Creek Parkway and the land use buffer along the north property line (north side of new parking area)needed to be slightly increased. 3 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:9 FILE NO.:Z-6814-A After the discussion,the Committee forwarded the conditional use permit to the full Commission for final action. H .ANALYSIS: The applicant submitted a revised site plan to staff on May 29,2001.The revised plan addresses some of the issues as raised by staff at the Subdivision Committee meeting.The height and area of the proposed building addition,existing dumpster location and existing fencing have been shown on the plan.The existing portable classroom has also been labeled "to be removed." However,there are additional issues which have not been addressed with the revised plan.These include the following: 1.Existing/proposed ground —mounted signage with details has not been shown. 2.Two (2)of the new proposed parking areas have not been redesigned to provide minimum stall size and maneuvering area. 3.The main interior drive has not been revised to a minimum width of 20 feet. 4.The required street buffer along Otter Creek Parkway has not been shown (west side of northernmost parking area). 5.The required land use buffer (north side of the northernmost parking area)has not been shown. 6.Screening along the north property line has not been shown. The applicant has informed staff that a revised site plan addressing these issues will be submitted for staff review prior to the public hearing. As noted earlier,the proposed new parking area will provide a total of 33 parking spaces to serve the school development.The ordinance requires a minimum of 26 parking spaces for a school of this size. Staff feels that with resolution of the site plan issues as noted in this paragraph,the proposed expansion plan for the Otter Creek Elementary School should have no adverse impact 4 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:9 FILE NO.:Z-6814-A on the general area.The proposed building expansion conforms to ordinance standards for building setbacks and height. I .STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Staf f recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit subject to the following conditions: 1.Compliance with the requirements as noted in paragraphs D and F of this report. 2.Any site lighting must be low-level and directed away from adjacent property. 3.The dumpster area must be screened on three (3)sides with an eight (8)foot opaque fence or wall. 4.A revised site plan must be submitted which satisfies the issues (items 1 thru 6)as noted in paragraph H.of this report. 5.The existing portable classroom must be removed with the new building addition construction. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(JUNE 14,2001) The staff presented a positive recommendation on this application,as there were no further issues for resolution. There were no objectors to this matter. The Chairman placed the item before the Commission for inclusion within the Consent Agenda for approval as recommended by staff. A motion to that effect was made.The motion passed by a vote of 7 ayes,0 nays,3 absent,and 1 open position. 5 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:10 FILE NO.:Z-7033 NAME:Elements of Design —Conditional Use Permit LOCATION:2400 Cantrell Road (Suites 113 and 114) DEVELOPER:SURVEYOR: Elements of Design,Inc.Garver Engineers 2400 Cantrell Road,1010 S .Battery Street Suites 113-114 Little Rock,AR 72202 Little Rock,AR 72202 AREA:Approx.21 acres NUMBER OF LOTS:1 FT.NEW STREET:0 ZONING:I-3 ALLOWED USES:Industrial PROPOSED USE:Industrial and Retail VARIANCES/WAIVERS REQUESTED:None requested. A.PROPOSAL/REQUEST: The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit to allow aretailfurniturestorewithinSuites113-114 at 2400 Cantrell Road.The property is zoned I-3 (Industrial), which requires a Conditional Use Permit for general retail uses.There is no new building or parking construction proposed with this conditional use permit. The proposed retail furniture store will be located in the northernmost (rear)building within the existing warehouse complex at 2400 Cantrell Road.This building also houses the Cajun's Wharf Restaurant,as noted on the attached siteplan. The hours of operation for the furniture store are 8:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m.,Monday-Friday.The applicant notes that theretailsalesoffurnitureisonlyasmallpercentageof June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:10 FILE NO.:Z-7033 the business,as nearly 98 percent of the business is wholesaling to interior designers.The applicant also notes that some pre-owned furniture is taken in on consignment. B.EXISTING CONDITIONS: The property at 2400 Cantrell Road contains an existing office/warehouse (with some retail/restaurant uses) development.The Arkansas River is located along the property's north boundary.The Junior Deputy ball park islocatedimmediatelywestofthesite,with a mini-warehouse development to the east.There is a small apartment complex and single family residences/zoning across Cantrell Road to the south. C.NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: As of this writing,staff has received no comment from the neighborhood.The Hillcrest and Capitol View Stifft Station Neighborhood Associations were notified of the public hearing. D.ENGINEERING COMMENTS: PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS: 1.Continuous traffic problems with lack of driveway channelization at the west entrance need to be addressed with Traffic Engineering.Have the property owner contact Bill Henry at 340-4852 for details. E .UTILITIES FIRE DEPARTMENT AND CATA: Wastewater:Sewer available,not adversely affected. Entergy:No Comment. ARKLA:No Comment received. Southwestern Bell:No Comment received. Water:No Comment. Fire Department:No Comment. CATA:Project site is located on bus route ¹21 and has noeffectonbusradius,turnout and route. 2 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:10 FILE NO.:Z-7033 F.LANDSCAPE ISSUES: No Commen t . G.SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT:(MAY 24,2001) David Peterson and Brenda Pearce were present,representing the application.Staff briefly described the proposed conditional use permit,noting that no new building or parking construction was proposed. Tad Borkowski,of Public Works,briefly discussed the traffic problems which exist at the west entrance to this property.Mr.Borkowski noted that the applicant needed to have the property owner contact Public Works to discuss this issue. After the discussion,the Committee forwarded the conditional use permit to the full Commission for final action. H.ANALYSIS: As noted in paragraph A.,the applicant proposes to operate a retail furniture store at 2400 Cantrell Road within the existing office/warehouse development.The property is zoned I-3 and requires a conditional use permit for this type of retail use.This particular conditional use permit is only a use issue,as no new building or parking construction is proposed. There is adequate existing parking on the site to serve the office/warehouse (with some retail/restaurant uses) development.A recent site inspection by staff revealed only a fraction of the parking spaces in use at that particular time. There should be no outstanding issues associated with this conditional use permit.Staff feels that the request is reasonable and that the proposed retail furniture store will have no adverse impact on the general area. 3 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:10 FILE NO.:Z-7033 I.STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff recommends approval of the conditional use permit subject to the Public Works condition as noted in paragraph D.of this report. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(JUNE 14,2001) The staff presented a positive recommendation on this application,as there were no further issues for resolution. There were no objectors to this matter. The Chairman placed the item before the Commission for inclusion within the Consent Agenda for approval as recommended by staff. A motion to that effect was made.The motion passed by a vote of 7 ayes,0 nays,3 absent,and 1 open position. 4 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:11 FILE NO.:Z-7040 NAME:Boardman Accessory Dwelling —Conditional Use Permit LOCATION:5010 S.Katillius Road DEVELOPER:SURVEYOR: Kenneth and Lisa Boardman Donald W.Brooks 812 Legato Drive 20820 Arch Street Pike Little Rock,AR 72205 Hensley,AR 72065 AREA.0.70 acre NUMBER OF LOTS:1 FT.NEW STREET:0 ZONING:R-2 ALLOWED USES:Single Family Residential PROPOSED USE:Single Family Residential and Accessory Dwelling VARIANCES/WAIVERS REQUESTED: 1.A variance to allow reduced separation between a principal building and accessory building (dwelling). 2.A variance to allow an accessory dwelling in excess of 700 square feet. A.PROPOSAL/REQUEST: The applicants (Kenneth and Lisa Boardman)request a conditional use permit to allow construction of an accessory dwelling on the R-2 zoned property at 5010 S.Katillius Road.There is currently a 3,200 square foot (two-story) principal dwelling and a 922 square foot accessory building under construction on the property. The Boardmans propose to utilize the 922 square foot accessory building as a dwelling for their 75 year old mother.They note that their mother is healthy and active and wishes to remain independent.Therefore,separate June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:11 FILE NO.:Z-7040 utilities are requested for the accessory dwelling.As property owners,the Boardmans will occupy the principal dwelling. The proposed accessory dwelling will be approximately 13feetinheightandbeconnectedtotheprincipalstructure by way of a covered carport/breezeway.The applicants are requesting a variance to allow reduced separation between the accessory and principal buildings.The minimum required separation is six (6)feet.The structures are separated by approximately two (2)feet. The applicants are also requesting a variance to allow an accessory dwelling in excess of 700 square feet,the maximumsizeallowedbyordinance.As noted previously,the proposed accessory dwelling is 922 square feet (heated and cooled space). The property is proposed to be accessed at two (2)points along Wildwood Drive.There will be a driveway to serve the garage for the principal dwelling and a drive to serve the accessory dwelling. B.EXISTING CONDITIONS: There is a two-story single family residence and accessory building (dwelling)currently under construction on the property.The street (Wildwood Drive)along the north sideofthepropertyiscurrentlyunderconstruction. There are single family residences to the north and south along the west side of S. Katillius Road,with a single family residence and ranch across S.Katillius Road to theeast.The new Valley Falls Estates is located further south.There is undeveloped R —2 zoned property to the west. C.NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: The Johnson Ranch Neighborhood Association was notified of the public hearing.As of this writing,staff has received no comment from the neighborhood. D.ENGINEERING COMMENTS: PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS: No Comme n t . 2 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:11 FILE NO.:Z-7040 E .UTILITIES,FIRE DEPARTMENT AND CATA: Wastewater:Sewer main extension required with easements to serve property. Entergy:No Comment. ARKLA:No Comment received. Southwestern Bell:No Comment received. Water:No objection.Requires that all property be a single lot.Must have frontage to a Public Water Main. Fire Department:No Comment. Count Plannin :No Comment received. CATA:Project site is not located on dedicated bus route and has no effect on bus radius,turnout and route. F.LANDSCAPE ISSUES: No Commen t . G.SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT:(MAY 24,2001) Lisa Boardman was present,representing the application. Staff briefly described the proposed conditional use permit, noting that some additional information needed to be on the site plan.Staff noted that a variance needed to be requested to allow an accessory dwelling in excess of 700 square feet. Staff noted that this property was part of an approved preliminary plat (Allen's Subdivision),but that the final plat was never filed and recorded.Staff instructed Mrs. Boardman to meet with the developer and pursue a final plat of the property.This issue was discussed at length. After the discussion,the Committee forwarded the conditional use permit to the full Commission for final action. 3 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:11 FILE NO.:Z —7040 H.ANALYSIS: The applicants submitted a revised site plan to staff on May 29,2001.The revised plan provides the additional information as requested by staff at the Subdivision Committee meeting.The proposed height and area for the principal and accessory dwellings have been shown on the plan. As noted in paragraph A.,there will be two (2)drives from Wildwood Drive to access the property.These drives will provide the required two (2)parking spaces to serve the dwellings. Also noted in paragraph A.,the applicants are requesting two (2)variances associated with the proposed accessory dwelling.The first is a variance to allow reduced separation between the two dwellings.The minimum required separation is six (6)feet.The dwellings are separated by approximately two (2)feet. The second variance is to allow an accessory dwelling in excess of 700 square feet,the maximum size allowed by ordinance for an accessory dwelling.The proposed accessory dwelling is 922 square feet in area (heated and cooled space).Staff feels that the variance requests are reasonable and supports the variances as requested. To staff'knowledge,the only outstanding issue associated with this application relates to the final platting of the subdivision.As noted previously,this property is part of (Lot 2,Allen's Subdivision)an approved preliminary plat. However,the final plat was never filed with staff and recorded with the County.In selling this 0.70 acre property to the Boardmans,the developer created an illegal subdivision based on the fact that the final was never recorded.Staff feels that the final plat must be recorded, solving the illegal subdivision issue,prior to the Planning Commission acting on this application.Staff has informed the applicants of this,and therefore,they have requested a deferral of this application to the July 26,2001 agenda. This should allow time for the final plat process to be completed. 4 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:11 FILE NO.:Z-7040 Otherwise,staff supports the conditional use permit for the accessory dwelling.The proposed accessory dwelling should have no adverse impact on the general area. I .STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff recommends approval of the conditional use permit subject to the following conditions: 1.The final plat for this property along with the entire Allen's Subdivision must be recorded. 2.The landowner must occupy one (1)of the dwellings. 3.Staff supports the variance to allow reduced separation between the principal and accessory structures. 4.Staff also supports the variance to allow the accessory dwelling to be in excess of 700 square feet (922 square feet,heated and cooled area). PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(JUNE 14,2001) Staff informed the Commission that the applicant submitted aletteronMay29,2001 requesting that the application be deferred to the July 26,2001 agenda.Staff supported the deferral request. The Chairman placed the item before the Commission for inclusion within the Consent Agenda for deferral to the July 26,2001 agenda.A motion to that effect was made.The motion passed by a vote of 7 ayes,0 nays,3 absent and 1 open position. 5 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:12 FILE NO.:Z-7041 NAME:Limberg Duplex —Conditional Use Permit LOCATION:5307 Lee Avenue DEVELOPER:SURVEYOR: Itzberg,LLC Donald W.Brooks 101 E.Washington 20820 Arch Street Pike No.Little Rock,AR 72114 Hensley,AR 72065 AREA:0.137 acre NUMBER OF LOTS:1 FT.NEW STREET:0 ZONING:R-3 ALLOWED USES:Single Family Residential PROPOSED USE:Duplex VARIANCES/WAIVERS REQUESTED:None requested. A.PROPOSAL/REQUEST: The applicant reques ts a Conditional Use Permit to allow f or the construction of a duplex on the vacant lot at 5307 Lee Avenue.The property is zoned R —3,Single Family Residential. The proposed duplex will have a total building area of 2,900 square feet,with 1,474 square feet for the front unit and 1,426 square feet for the rear unit.The proposed duplex structure will have a maximum overall height (from ground level to roof peak)of 32 feet (2 stories).The applicant notes that the proposed duplex structure will be designed to match the style of many other residential structures in the Hillcrest area,and look like a single family residence from the front.A preliminary front/side building elevation is attached for Planning Commission review. June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:12 FILE NO.:Z-7041 The applicant proposes to access the property by way of an existing 15 foot wide paved alley along the south propertyline.Parking for five (5)vehicles is proposed off the alley within the rear yard. B.EXISTING CONDITIONS: The property at 5307 Lee Avenue is a vacant,undevelopedlot.There is a paved alley along the property's south boundary.There are single family residences to the east, west,south and across Lee Avenue to the north. C.NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: As of this writing,staff has received several phone calls regarding this item,some expressing opposition.The Hillcrest Neighborhood Association was notified of the public hearing. D.ENGINEERING COMMENTS: PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS: 1.Petition Traffic Engineer to make alley one-way. E .UTILITIES,FIRE DEPARTMENT AND CATA: Wastewater:Sewer available,not adversely affected. Entergy:No Comment. ARKLA:No Comment received. Southwestern Bell:No Comment. Water:No Comment. Fire Department:No Comment. CATA:Project site is located on bus route ¹8 and has no effect on bus radius,turnout and route. F.LANDSCAPE ISSUES: No Comment. 2 June 14,2001 ITEM NO:12 FILE NO.:Z-7041 G.SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT:(MAY 24,2001) Jim Limberg was present,representing the application. Staff briefly described the proposed conditional use permit, noting that a few additional labels needed to be shown on the site plan. The original site plan submitted for this development showed two (2)driveways from Lee Avenue.Staff noted that these drives needed to be removed,with access to the property being from the existing paved alley. The Public Works Comment was briefly discussed.Tad Borkowski,of Public Works,noted that the alley along the south property line needed to be one —way.This is due to the fact that the applicant will have access/parking from the alley,and the existing alley width will not allow two- way traffic. After the discussion,the Committee forwarded the conditional use permit to the full Commission for final action. H.ANALYSIS: The applicant submitted a revised site plan to staff on May 29,2001.The revised plan addresses the issues as raised by staff and the Subdivision Committee.The two (2) driveways as originally shown on the proposed site plan have been removed,with access to the property being from the existing alley.The proposed building height and area have also been shown on the site plan. The ordinance requires a minimum of three (3)parking spaces to serve a duplex.The proposed site plan shows five (5) spaces off the existing paved alley.Staff has no problem with the parking plan as proposed. Public Works has noted that the existing alley needs to be one-way,as the alley width will not handle two-way traffic. The applicant has noted that he will meet with the traffic engineer on this issue. Otherwise,to staff'knowledge there are no outstanding issues related to the conditional use permit application. 3 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:12 FILE NO.:Z-7041 The proposed duplex structure conforms to the building setback and height requirements for R-3 zoning.Staff feels that the proposed duplex structure represents a good in-fill project that should have no adverse impact on the general area. I .STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff recommends approval of the conditional use permit subject to compliance with the Public Works condition as noted in paragraph D.of this report. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(JUNE 14,2001) The applicant requested at the public hearing that the application be deferred to the July 12,2001 Planning Commission agenda.This was due to the fact that only seven (7)planning commissioners were present at the public hearing. There was a motion to defer the application to the July 12,2001 agenda.The motion passed by a vote of 7 ayes,0 nays,3 absent and 1 open position. ~une 14,2001 ITEM NO.:13 FILE NO.:Z-7043 NAME:Dreher Accessory Dwelling —Conditional Use Permit LOCATION:8114 Lowell Lane DEVELOPER:SURVEYOR: Ed and Tanga Dreher Ollen Dee Wilson 8114 Lowell Lane 2400-B Pike Avenue Little Rock,AR 72227 No.Little Rock,AR 72114 AREA:0.19 acre NUMBER OF LOTS:1 FT.NEW STREET:0 ZONING:R-2 ALLOWED USES:Single Family Residential PROPOSED USE:Single Family Residential and an Accessory Dwelling VARIANCES/WAIVERS REQUESTED:None requested. A.PROPOSAL/REQUEST: The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit to allow an accessory dwelling on the property at 8114 Lowell Lane. There is an existing 1,931 square foot single family residence on the property,and the applicant proposes to construct a 396 square foot accessory dwelling in the rear yard.The structure will be 13 feet —8 inches in height and be constructed to match the exterior of the existing principal dwelling. The applicant has noted that the accessory dwelling will be for a disabled family member.The applicant has also noted that separate utilities for the accessory dwelling are not desired,and that the property owner will occupy the principal dwelling. June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:13 FILE NO.:Z-7043 B.EXISTING CONDITIONS: There is a 1,931 square foot (one-story)brick single family residence on the property at 8114 Lowell Lane.The propertyisaccessedbywayofan18footwidedrivewayfromLowell Lane.There is a small metal storage building at the northwest corner of the property,which is labeled "to be removed"on the attached site plan. The property is located in an area of single family development.There are existing single family residences onallsidesoftheproperty. C.NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: As of this writing,staff has received two (2)phone calls from persons requesting information on this application. The Andover Square and Tall Timber Neighborhood Associations were notified of the public hearing. D.ENGINEERING COMMENTS: PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS: No Commen ts . E.UTILITIES,FIRE DEPARTMENT AND CATA: Wastewater:Sewer main located in easement on north property line.No construction within the existing easement.Contact Little Rock Wastewater for details. Entergy:No Comment. ARKLA:No Comment received. Southwestern Bell:No Comment. Water:No objection.Requires that all property be a single lot. Fire Department:No Comment. CATA:Project site is not located on a dedicated bus route and has no effect on bus radius,turnout and route. 2 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:13 FILE NO.:Z-7043 F.LANDSCAPE ISSUES: No Commen t . G.SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT:(MAY 24,2001) Ed and Tanga Dreher were present,representing the application.Staff briefly described the proposed conditional use permit,noting that some additional minor information needed to be shown on the site plan. In response to questions from staff,the Drehers noted that the exterior of the accessory dwelling would match the existing principal dwelling and that they as property owners would reside in the principal dwelling.The Drehers also noted that separate utilities were not desired for the accessory dwelling. After the discussion,the Committee forwarded the conditional use permit to the full Commission for final action. H.ANALYSIS: The applicant submitted a revised site plan to staff on May 29,2001.The applicant has shown the additional notations on the site plan as required by staff.The height/area of the proposed accessory dwelling and existing fence heights have been shown on the site plan.The applicant has also labeled the existing metal storage building at the northwest corner of the property "to be removed." The ordinance requires a minimum of two (2)parking spaces, one (1)for each dwelling.The existing 18 foot wide drive from Lowell Lane will provide parking for two (2)vehicles. To staff'knowledge,there are no outstanding issues associated with the proposed conditional use permit.The proposed accessory dwelling should have no adverse impact on the general area,as the proposed building setbacks,height, area and rear yard building coverage conform to ordinance standards. 3 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:13 FILE NO.:Z-7043 I.STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff recommends approval of the accessory dwelling subject to the following conditions: 1.Compliance with the utility requirements as noted in paragraph E.of this report. 2.There will be no separate utilities for the accessory dwelling. 3.The exterior of the accessory dwelling will be constructed to match the principal dwelling. 4.The landowner must occupy one (1)of the dwellings. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(JUNE 14,2001) Ed and Tanga Dreher were present,representing the application. There were three (3)persons present with concerns.Staff briefly described the conditional use permit with a recommendation of approval subject to the conditions as noted in paragraph I.of the agenda report. Ed Dreher addressed the Commission in support of the application. He noted that he wished to have a place for his disabled father to live. William Hildebrand addressed the Commission.He stated that he did not want the accessory dwelling to become a rental unit.Jim Lawson,Director of Planning and Development,stated that the Commission could add a condition that would not allow the structure to be a rental unit. Mrs.Peter Sammartino also addressed the Commission.She also noted concern with the unit becoming a rental unit after the Dreher'family member moved out.She stated that she had no objection otherwise. There was a motion to approve the conditional use permit as recommended by staff,with the following added condition: The accessory dwelling will be for an immediate family member of the property owner only. The motion passed by a vote of 7 ayes,0 nays,3 absent and 1 open position. 4 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:14 FILE NO.:MSP-01-01 Name:Master Street Plan Amendment —Chenal Planning District Location:Various Locations in the Chenal Parkway and Rahling Road area Receuest:Remove Minor Arterial and Collector,Reclassify Minor Arterial to Collector,and Realignment of Collector Source:Tim Daters,White —Daters PROPOSAL /REQUEST: The request is a Master Street Plan Amendment for four changes in Township 2 North,Range 14 West Sections 23,24,25 and 26.They are:1)to remove the Minor Arterial for an extension of Taylor Loop (west)from Taylor Loop at Lucky Lane to Chenal Parkway at the northern intersection of Chenal Valley Drive;2)to remove a Collector from the previous named Minor Arterial eastward to connect with Rahling Road north of the Pebble Beech intersection; 3)To realign the La Marche Collector to intersect Taylor Loop Road at Lucky Lane.Staff expanded the application to include: 4)the western segment of Taylor Loop Road from Lucky Lane north to Cantrell Road to reclassify from a Minor Arterial to a Collector.The lengths of the segments are 1)6290 feet,2)4745 feet,3)2400 feet and 4)1688 feet. ANALYSIS: The bulk of the greater area is shown on the Future Land Use Plan as Single Family or Park/Open Space.There are nodes of non- residential areas along the arterials and primarily at the intersections of Cantrell Road,Chenonceau Boulevard,Chenal Parkway,Kanis Road and Taylor Loop Road.The development pattern is for a core of commercial development at the intersections of those roads.North of Cantrell Road at Chenonceau Boulevard and south of Chenal Parkway between the Kanis Road intersections,lies Mixed Office Commercial.Office uses form a buffer between the commercial uses and single-family residential areas with some multi-family adding to the transitioning process. The Regional Park 2000 is approximately five miles away and has June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:14 (Cont.)FILE NO.MSP-01-01 600+acres.It will be a major destination for this section of town as well as the entire city.This park is located on Garrison Road and will be accessed via Cantrell Road or Denny/Ferndale Cutoff.Access to these arterials from the neighborhoods via collectors or other arterials is of vital importance to the smooth flow of traffic. The primary function of Principal Arterials are to serve through traffic and to connect major traffic generators or activity centers within an urbanized area.These arterials are usually spaced three or more miles apart.The Principal Arterials in this area are Chenal Parkway and Cantrell Road and fulfill the function of Principal Arterials. Minor arterials provide the connections to and through an urban area.Their primary function is to provide short distance travel within and around the urbanized area.Generally,these roads are spaced at one-mile intervals and have a right of way of 90 feet. Since a minor arterial typically is a high volume road,a minimum of four travel lanes is required.Newly created or major construction of existing roads in recommended minor arterials are to use approved sections as shown in the Master Street Plan text. A lesser standard may be acceptable in areas of rugged topography or other areas where development will be limited.This lesser standard can only be used in cases where unusual conditions would substantially reduce or eliminate the amount of direct access to the road and substantially reduce the density of surrounding development.The standard Minor Arterial is to be used in all cases except where the City staff and Planning Commission find an unusual condition occurs.The curb cuts should allow based on the primary function of the road is to carry traffic and only secondarily is the road to provide access to adjoining property. Roadways that have very limited curbcuts and those that only allow left turn lanes at the intersecting streets can carry additional traffic volume with the same level of service.The removal of the turning movements (people exiting and entering the street)greatly enhances the safety of the street. A Collector street is the traffic connection from residential streets to arterials or to activity centers,with secondary function of providing access to adjoining property.The Collector system should not be continuous,but should direct traffic to arterials.This class of road is generally at a spacing of a quarter to half mile. 2 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:14 (Cont.)FILE NO.:MSP-01-01 The amendments are as follows: 1)To remove the Minor Arterial for an extension of Chenal Valley Drive from Taylor Loop at Lucky Lane to Chenal Parkway at the northern intersection of Chenal Valley Drive.It is 6290 feet in length. This proposed Minor Arterial fits the definition of a Minor Arterial as follows.The spacing between Chenonceau Boulevard and Rahling Road fulfills the spacing requirement of one-mile intervals.This arterial would provide connections to Cantrell Road for those people living on the northern undeveloped sections of Chenal Valley Drive and visa versa for those people living on Taylor Loop Road to Chenal Parkway.It provides the "connections to and through"the area. 2)To remove a Collector from the previous named Minor Arterial eastward to connect with Rahling Road north of the Pebble Beech intersection.It is 4745 feet in length. Collectors should be spaced at a quarter to one half mile (1320 to 2640 feet apart.)Looking at Chenal Valley Drive extension (segment ¹1 in this application),there are two collectors serving the area to the east;one at Taylor Loop Road and the other is this collector (¹2 in this application)3200 feet to the south.With a length of almost two miles,four to eight collectors would be the standard.With the rugged terrain,a lesser amount could serve the area if less development occurs in the rugged areas.When analyzing Taylor Loop/Rahling Road Minor Arterial,there are three collectors to the west for a street that is almost three miles in length.Normally,six to twelve collectors would be the norm.When these collectors were laid out in the early design stages,development patterns and topography (rugged terrain)were analyzed and the pattern of collectors and minor arterials were laid out with less than normal spacing. 3)To realign the La Marche Collector to intersect Taylor Loop Road at Lucky Lane.This segment is 2400 feet in length. This segment would add a northern segment onto the northern end of La Marche to connect with Lucky Lane/Taylor Loop Road.This collector would replace two collectors and a minor arterial. 3 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:14 (Cont.)FILE NO.:MSP-01-01 Clearly,the spacing on this collector would be far below the normal spacing,even with reduced numbers factoring in the rugged terrain. 4)Staff expanded the application to include the western segment of Taylor Loop Road from Lucky Lane north to Cantrell Road to reclassify from a Minor Arterial to a Collector.This segment is 1688 feet in length. If the other changes take place,it is more logical to have this section as a collector than a minor arterial.It is either the continuation of a collector or a Minor Arterial. There are Class Two Bikeways proposed on the following collectors:La Marche,Chenal Valley Drive (southern section that intersects Rahling Road),and collector ¹2 of this application.There is also a Class One Bikeway proposed along the entire length of Rahling Road and that eastern north-south leg of Taylor Loop Road.A Class One Bikeway has total separation of the cyclists and motorists.Class Two bikeways are paved sections that are striped for bikeways that are part of the roadway.These routes may be either a smooth paved shoulder or a section of the paved roadway.Removing these roads from the master street plan in essence alters the Bikeway Plan also. STAFF RECOMMENDAT IONS: Deferral.Recommendation,held for additional information. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(JUNE 14,2001) The item was placed on the consent agenda for deferral to the July 26,2001 Planning Commission Meeting.A motion was made to approve the consent agenda and was approved with a vote of 7 ayes,0 noes,3 absent and 1 open position. 4 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:15 FILE NO.:LU01-17-01 Name:Land Use Plan Amendment —Crystal Valley Planning District Location:13714 Crystal Valley Road Rectuest:Single Family tc Service Trades District Source:Franklin Riggs PROPOSAL /REQUE ST: Land Use Plan amendment in the Crystal Valley Planning District from Single Family to Service Trades District.The Service Trades District provides for a selection of office,warehousing, and industrial park activities that primarily serve other office service or industrial businesses.The district is intended to allow support services to these businesses and to provide for uses with an office component.A Planned Zoning District is required for any development not wholly office.The applicant wishes to develop the property for mini-storage buildings. Staff is not expanding the application since the Land Use Plan in this area was reviewed 17 months ago. EXISTING LAND USE AND ZONING: The applicant's property contains two vacant buildings on land zoned R-2 Single Family and is approximately 1.27+acres in size. The property to the north and east is zoned R-2 Single Family and occupied by single-family houses built on large lots.Apartments built around a golf course are located on land to the south zoned MF-6 Multi-family.The property to the west is a residence and buildings zoned Planned Commercial Development. FUTURE LAND USE PLAN AND RECENT AMENDMENTS: On May 6,2000 multiple changes to Single Family,Public Institutional,Commercial,Mixed Office and Commercial,Suburban Office,Service Trades District,Parks /Open Space,and Mixed Use were made within a 1-mile radius to the south and east of the study area. On May 19,1998 a change was made from Single Family to Suburban Office on Crystal Valley Road at Gold Leaf Drive about 1 mile June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:15 (Cont.)FILE NO.:LU01-17-01 east of the applicant'property. On August 5,1997 a change was made from Multi-family to Single Family south of Baseline Road and east of Wimbledon Loop about 2/3 of a mile southwest of the property in question. On October 15,1996 multiple changes were made to Low Density Residential,Parks /Open Space,and Public Institutional at Baseline,Col.Carl Miller and Crystal Valley Roads including the property across the street to the south of the application area. MASTER STREET PLAN: This section of Crystal Valley Road is shown as a Collector Street on the Master Street Plan.A Collector Street is the traffic connection from residential streets to arterials or to activity centers,with the secondary function of providing access to adjoining property.The Master Street Plan does not show any bikeways that would be affected by this application.Any development of this property would be subject to half street improvements for a Collector Street as specified in the Design Specifications found in Section 3 of the Master Street Plan. PARKS: The Little Rock Parks and Recreation Master Plan shows a 100-Year Floodplain,and a Potential Greenbelt,along the banks of Haw Branch of Fourche Creek.The plan recommends the preservation of open spaces in flood plains to connect create Greenbelts that will serve as green space corridors throughout the city.Any development of this site should address increased impacts on the floodway of the creek and the ecological balance of the natural area that will affect run-off into Haw Branch. CITY RECOGNIZED NEIGHBORHOOD ACTION PLAN: The Office and Commercial Development Goal contains three action statements relative to this application.The first statement requested a three-year moratorium on Land Use Plan amendments in the neighborhood action plan study area.The second action statement supported the use of "...Planned Zoning Districts to influence more neighborhood friendly and better quality developments."The third action statement called for limiting commercial and office development to the area along Stagecoach Road between Baseline Road and Otter Creek Road. 2 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:15 (Cont.)FILE NO.:LU01-17-01 ANALYSIS: The applicant'property is located in an area of growing residential developments.Most of the developed land in the immediate area consists of apartments and single-family homes. The residential development to the east of the applicant's property increases in intensity and to the west also increases with the apartment development at Eagle Hill Apartment complex. Most of the land to the north remains rural in character.The proposed land use would place incompatible uses in an area thatismainlyresidentialincharacter.There is currently vacant property located along Stagecoach Road that is shown as Commercial.In time,commercial land uses in the area have sifted towards Stagecoach Road while the more intense land uses have concentrated along I-30.The proposed change in this amendment will place an intense land use on a collector street that is built to link less intense residential traffic toarterials.A Collector street is intended to serve as a traffic connection from residential streets to arterials or to activity centers,with the secondary function of providing access to adjoining property.The open space along Haw Branch will not be affected by the land use plan changes proposed. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: Notices were sent to the following neighborhood associations: Crystal Valley Property Owners Association,Plantation House Homeowners Association,and Otter Creek Homeowners Association. Staff has received 1 comment from area residents.The comment was neutral. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff believes this change is not appropriate.The applicant's property is located in an area characterized by the ongoing development of a variety of residential uses. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(JUNE 14,2001) The item was placed on the consent agenda for deferral to the July 26,2001 Planning Commission Meeting.A motion was made to approve the consent agenda and was approved with a vote of 7 ayes,0 noes,3 absent and 1 open position. 3 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:16 FILE NO.:LU01-02-01 Name:Land Use Plan Amendment —Rodney Parham Planning District Location:Area 1:2610 Reservoir Rd.and Area 2: 1818 Reservoir Rd. ~Re eat:Single Family and Multi-family tc Public Institutional Source:Staff PROPOSAL /REQUEST: Land Use Plan amendment in the Rodney Parham Planning District from Single Family (Area 1)and Multi-family (Area 2)to Public Institutional.The Public Institutional category includes all public parks,recreation facilities,greenbelts,flood plains, and other designated open space and recreational land.These changes are recommended by the Reservoir Neighborhood Action Plan to recognize existing uses in the neighborhood. EXISTING LAND USE AND ZONING: Area 1:The property at 2610 Reservoir Road is currently zoned R-2 Single Family with a Conditional Use Permit for a church and is approximately 1.72+acres in size.All of the surrounding property is zoned R-2 Single Family which is developed with single-family residences. Area 2:The property at 1818 Reservoir Road is currently zoned R- 2 Single Family with a Conditional Use Permit for a church and is approximately 4.82+acres in size.The property to the northwest is zoned R-2 Single Family and occupied by houses while the property to the North is zoned MF-12 Multifamily for an apartment complex.The remaining property is zoned R-5 Urban Residence and occupied by apartment complexes. FUTURE LAND USE PLAN AND RECENT AMENDMENTS: On December 12,2000 multiple changes were made to Low Density Residential,Public Institutional,Office,and Commercial at various locations along Markham Street in the vicinity west of June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:16 (Cont.)FILE NO.:LU01-02-01 the Markham Street /Brookside Drive intersection about 1 mile south of Area 2 and near the Reservoir Road /Rodney Parham Road intersection about &~of a mile south of Area 2. On August 17,1999 a change was made from Multi-family,and Office to Commercial on Andover Court about a '&mile east of Area 1 and 8 of a mile northeast of Area 2. On October 20,1998 a change was made from Suburban Office to Commercial and Single Family to Suburban Office on Markham Center Drive about 1 mile southwest of Area 2. On November 18,1997 a change was made from Multi-family to Suburban Office on Indian Trail about 2/3 of a mile east of Area 1 and about 1 mile northeast of Area 2. On November 7,1996 various changes were made in the vicinity of the Cantrell Road /Mississippi Street intersection about 2/3 of a mile east of Area 1 and about 1 mile northeast of Area 2. Area 1 is shown as Single Family on the Future Land Use Plan. The property east of Area 1,on the east side of Reservoir Road, is shown as Park/Open Space.The rest of the property surrounding Area 1 is shown as Single Family. Area 2 is shown as Multi-family on the Future Land Use Plan.All of the property surrounding Area 2 is shown as Multi-family except for a piece of property at the northwest corner that is shown as Single Family. MASTER STREET PLAN: Reservoir Road is shown on the Master Street Plan as a Minor Arterial.The Master Street Plan lists the Reservoir Connection West Bikeway as a Class I Bikeway connecting Reservoir Road to Reservoir Park. PARKS: The Little Rock Parks and Recreation Master Plan shows Reservoir Park on the east side of Reservoir Road as an existing park.The proposed amendment will not affect Reservoir Park given that it is in recognition of existing uses.The Parks and Recreation Master Plan also shows a 100-Year Floodplain,and a Potential Greenbelt,along the banks of Grassy Flat Creek.The plan recommends the preservation of open spaces in flood plains to connect create Greenbelts that will serve as green space corridors throughout the city. 2 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:16 (Cont.)FILE NO.:LU01-02-01 CITY RECOGNIZED NEIGHBORHOOD ACTION PLAN: Both study areas are located in an area covered by the Reservoir Neighborhood Action Plan.These amendments are a result of the neighborhood planning process. ANALYS I S: Both areas recommended for change are located in a built out residential area.The two properties are centrally located on a street that serves as the main access for the surrounding neighborhoods.Both of the properties in question are churches oriented towards,and accessed from,Reservoir Road.In both cases the recommended changes to Public Institutional would recognize existing land uses.Any future development of this property as a result of this amendment should consider the impacts of such changes on the traffic patterns and drainage of this area.However,any impacts on traffic or drainage will be minimal due to the size of the properties in question.Reservoir Park and the open space along Grassy Flat Creek will not be by the land use plan changes proposed.This proposed amendment recognizes existing land uses at the properties in question. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: Notices were sent to the following neighborhood associations: Birchwood Neighborhood Association,Beverly Hills Property Owners Association,Colony West Homeowners Neighborhood Association, Echo Valley Property Owners Association,Rainwood Cove Property Owners Association,Santa Fe Heights Neighborhood Association, Sturbridge Property Owners Association,Treasure Hills Neighborhood Association,Walnut Valley Neighborhood Association, and Heights Neighborhood Association.Staff has not received any comments from area residents or neighborhood associations at this time. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff believes the change is appropriate. 3 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:16 (Cont.)FILE NO.:LU01-02-01 PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(JUNE 14,2001) This item was placed on the consent agenda for approval.A motion was made to approve the consent agenda and was approved with a vote of 7 ayes,0 noes,3 absent and 1 open position. 4 June 14,2001 SUBDIVISION ITEM NO.:17 FILE NO.:G-23-307 Name:Alley between Arch Street and Gaines Street in Block 125,Original City of Little Rock —right-of-way Abandonment. Location:Approximately 300 feet of Alley north of West 4Street. Owner/A licant:Federal Government /Gerri Barsotti USGSA Receuest:To abandon the 20 feet wide by 300 feet long alley right-of-way in Block 125 Original City of Little Rock. STAFF REVIEW: 1.Public Need for this alle Alley is currently constructed as a public alley with narrow pavement providing access to adjacent parking. 2.Master Street Plan Master Street Plan reflects no need for this section of the alley. 3.Need for Ri ht-of-Wa on Ad'acent Streets There is sufficient right-of-way on West 4 ,Gainesth and Arch Streets.Additional 5 feet of right-of-way is needed for West 3'treet. 4.Develo ment Potential Federal Government plans to incorporate alley in future Building expansion. 1 June 14,2001 SUBDIVISION ITEM NO.:17 FILE NO.:G-23-307 5.Nei hborhood Land Use and Effect The general area is made up of a mixture of commercial and office uses. 6.Nei hborhood Position All abutting property owners and tenants were notified of the public hearing. 7.Effect on Public Services or Utilities Entergy —has no objection to the abandonment but requested 20 feet easement to access existing lines. ARKLA —has no objection to the abandonment. Southwestern Bell —has no objection to the abandonment but requested easement to access existing line. Water Works —has no objection. Wastewater Utility —has no objection but retain as an easement. Fire Department —has no objection. Neighborhood and Planning —has no objection to abandonment. 8.Reversionar Ri hts All Reversionary rights will extend to the property owner. 9.Public Welfare and Safet Issues Abandoning this alley will have no adverse effects on the public welfare and safety. 2 June 14,2 001 SUBDIVISION ITEM NO.:17 FILE NO.:G-23-307 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of alley abandonment,north of West 4 Street in Block 125 Original City of Little Rock subject to: 1.Dedication of 5 feet of right-of-way on West 3"Street per Master Street Plan. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENTS:(May 24,2001) The application was discussed briefly.Committee forwarded the item to the full Commission for final approval. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(June 14,2001) Bob Turner,Director of Public Works introduced the item, explaining the Federal government'General Services Administration intended to incorporate the alley into the existing parking lot. Dorothy Roberts,Realty Specialist with the General Services Administration,stated that the main purpose for requesting the abandonment of the alleyway was for security purposes and to add additional parking spaces.She stated that the GSA has no plans to build a structure on the property. Commissioner Faust stated that she was unconvinced that abandoning the right-of-way was in the public interest. Ms.Roberts stated that the GSA also plans to remove the existing US Postal Service mailboxes. Steven Giles,City Attorney,stated that a federal land grant to the City of Little Rock in the 1800s made the right-of-way in fee simple absolute.Even if the Board of Directors closed the alleyway by Ordinance,a quitclaim deed from the City might be required. 3 June 14,2001 SUBDIVISION ITEM NO.:17 FILE NO.:G-23-307 Mr.Turner stated that some of the utilities had asked the City to maintain an easement.As the Ordinance is written, the federal government would have the right to fence the area and restrict access.However,the GSA would have to petition the City to abandon the easement if it later decided to build on the property. Commissioner Lowery asked Mr.Giles if there was any way to insert a revert clause into the abandonment,in the event of future construction. Mr.Giles stated that there was probably no way to insert that type of clause.In his opinion,a franchise would be a preferable alternative.He stated that the City would retain ultimate control of the right-of-way and could grant temporary control to the property to the owner to use the alley for its purposes that do not conflict with municipal purposes. Chairman Downing summarized the Commission'discussion as follows: If the City granted a franchise,the GSA would have the right to close the alley,fence it,restripe it,and create parking.The alley would remain the property of the City.If the GSA later wished to build on the alley,it would have to petition the City to revoke the franchise and abandon the right-of-way at that time. The applicant would have to submit an application for franchise that would be an Ordinance to be passed by the Board of Directors. Mr.Turner explained that a franchise application to Public Works is approved administratively based on review by Traffic Engineering,among other factors. Commissioner Lowery made a motion that the item be passed as written.The item failed to pass by a vote of 0 ayes,7 nays,3 absent,and 1 open. 4 14,2001 ITEM NO.:18 FILE NO.:Z-7048 NAME:City of Little Rock Visitor's Center Parking Lot Conditional Use Permit LOCATION:619 East 6 Street OWNER/APPLICANT:City of Little Rock PROPOSAL:Build a parking lot on the R-4A zoned property located at 619 East 6 Street. ORD I NANCE DE S I GN S TANDARD S: 1.SITE LOCATION: The property is located at the southeast corner of the intersection of East 6 and Ferry Streets. 2.COMPATIBILITY WITH NEIGHBORHOOD: All owners of property located within 200 feet of the site and the Downtown and McArthur Park Neighborhood Associations were notified of the request. The property is located at the northeast corner of an R-4A zoned Neighborhood.The properties across 6 Street and Ferry Street are zoned UU.Residential properties, containing a variety of residential uses,extend to the south and west.A large hotel is located across Ferry Street to the east.Offices and the City'Visitor Center are located to the north.The property is '&block west of the 6 Street exit of I-30.With attention given to properly screening and landscaping the site,the proposed parking lot should be compatible with the neighborhood. 3 .ON S I TE DRIVE S AND PARKING: The application consists solely of developing a small parking lot on this site.The parking lot contains 14, standard vehicle parking spaces and 3,RV spaces.A single,one-way drive accesses the site from East 6 Street.A second,one-way drive exits the site onto Ferry Street.A variance is requested to allow the Ferry Street driveway which does not meet Ordinance spacing requirements. June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:18 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-7048 4 .SCREENING AND BUFFERS: Areas set aside for landscaping and buffers meet with ordinance requirements. A 6-foot high opaque screen,either a wooden fence with its face side directed outward or dense evergreen plantings,is required along the southern and western perimeters. Curb and gutter or another approved border is required to protect landscaped areas from vehicular traffic. A water source will be required within 75 feet of all landscaped areas. 5.PUBLIC WORKS COMMENTS: 1.A 20-foot radial dedication of right-of-way is required at the corner of East 6 and Ferry Streets. 2.Property frontage needs to have the sidewalks and ramps brought up to the current ADA standards. 3.Repair or replace any curb and gutter or sidewalk thatisdamagedinthepublicright-of-way prior to occupancy. 4.Plans of all work in right-of-way shall be submitted for approval prior to start of work. 5.Driveways shall conform to Sec.31-210 or Ordinance 18,031. 6.UTILITY,FIRE DEPT.AND CATA COMMENTS: No issues. 7 .STAFF ANALYS I S: The City of Little Rock proposes to construct a small parking lot on the vacant,R-4A zoned property located at the southwest corner of East 6 and Ferry Streets.The parking lot is to serve the City's new Visitor Center whichistobelocatedintherenovatedCurranHall,across 6 " Street to the north.This small parking lot contains 14 standard vehicle parking spaces and 3 oversized,RV spaces. Single driveways are located on East 6 and Ferry Streets. 2 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:18 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-7048 The property is located at the northeast corner of an R-4A zoned neighborhood,in an area of mixed uses.The properties immediately north and east of the site contain uses including offices,a large motel and a service station.The 6 Street exit ramp off of I-30 is 'c block east of the site.The properties south and west of the site contain a variety of residential uses,both single family and multifamily. The parking lot has been designed to conform to the City' Landscape and Buffer requirements.Screening will be required on the southern and western perimeters,where the parking lot is adjacent to residentially zoned properties. A single ground-mounted sign will be located at the 6 " Street entrance,east of the driveway.The sign is less than 3 feet in height and has an area of 6 square feet (2'3').Lighting will consist of 7,pole-mounted lights mounted around the perimeter of the parking lot.Each pole will be no more than 9.5 —10 feet in height.Sidewalks and handicap ramps will be installed on the street frontages. The property is located within the boundary of the McArthur Park Historic District.The Historic District Commission is scheduled to review this issue at its June 7,2001 meeting.Approval is expected and no unusual conditions are anticipated. A variance is requested to allow the driveway spacing,as shown.The driveways will be one-way entrance and exit and are necessary to accommodate the traffic flow and the expected RV traffic. Staff believes the proposed parking lot is an appropriate use of the site.Proper screening and landscaping should assure compatibility with the surrounding neighborhood. 8 .STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested conditional use permit subject to compliance with the following conditions: 1.Compliance with the City's Landscape and Buffer Ordinances. 3 June 14,2001 ITEM NO.:18 (Cont.)FILE NO.:Z-7048 2 .Compliance with Public Works Comments . 3.Signage and site lighting are to be as proposed. 4.Approval must be received from the Historic District Commission. Staff also recommends approval of the requested driveway spacing variance. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENTS:(MAY 24,2001) Tad Borkowski,of Public Works,was present representing the applicant.Staff presented the issue.Public Works and Landscaping Comments were presented,as noted.Additional information was requested on signage and lighting.Mr. Borkowski explained the need for the driveway spacing variance. The Committee determined there were no other outstanding issues and forwarded the item to the full Commission for final resolution. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:(JUNE 14,2001) The applicant was present.There were no objectors present. Staff presented the item and a recommendation of approval subject to compliance with the conditions outlined in the "Staff Recommendation"above.The Commission was informed that the Historic District Commission had not reviewed the issue but that the C.U.P.included the condition that approval must be received from the Historic District Commission.There was no further dxscuss3.0n. The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and approved as recommended by staff.The vote was 7 ayes,0 noes,3 absent and 1 open position. 4 PL A N N I N G CO M M I S S I O N VO T E RE C O R D DA T E ME M B E R o RE C T O R , BI L L DO W N I N G , RI C H A R D 0 NU N N L E Y OB R A Y BE R R Y , CR A I G AD C O C K , PA M RA H M A N , MI Z A N LO W R Y , BO B AL L E N , FR E D , JR A FA U S T , JU D I T H MU S E , RO H N - b& F s - ~~ + ~ - ~ ME M B E R ./ t1 RE C T O R , BI L L v v DO W N I N G RI C H A R D ~ a v w & e NU N N L E Y , OB R A Y BE R R Y , CR A I G y AD C O C K , PA M RA H M A N , MI Z A N v v P k & ~ LO W R Y , BO B e AL L E N , FR E D , JR . FA U S T , JU D I T H Fv e v ' p S MU S E , RO H N Me e t i n g Ad j o u r n e d ~0 P. M . AY E + NA Y E ~A B S E N T AK AB S T A I N ~R E C U S E Q8 Q & P~ b f~ i' d 5' y 5 ~ I UV ' W g; a K &n p' ~ & F KW ug M L Z ~& fi Cd S O ~i / ~P i 7' June 14,2001 There being no further business before the Commission,the meeting was adjourned at 5:00 p.m. Date 7-z -@' Se r ary Chairman