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LITTLE ROCK BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
SUMMARY OF MINUTES
DECEMBER 18, 2000
2:00 P.M.
I. Roll Call and Finding of a Quorum
A Quorum was present being five (5) in number.
II. Approval of the Minutes of the Previous Meetings
The Minutes of the November 27, 2000 meeting were
approved as mailed by unanimous vote.
III. Members Present: Gary Langlais, Chairman
William Ruck, Vice Chairman
Norm Floyd
Fred Gray
Scott Richburg
Members Absent: None
City Attorney Present: Cindy Dawson
LITTLE ROCK BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
AGENDA
DECEMBER 18, 2000
2:00 P.M.
I. DEFERRED ITEM
A. Z-6941
II. NEW ITEMS
3306 "H" Street
1.
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800 Marshall Street
2.
Z-6951
5800 S. Country Club
3.
Z-6953
1221 Breckenridge
4.
Z-6958
1101 Boundless
5.
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Adkins Court @ Hinson Road
6.
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8717 Stagecoach Road
7.
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De umber 18, 2000
Item No.: A
File No.
Owner:
Address:
Description:
Zoned:
Variance Requested:
Justification:
Present Use of Property:
Proposed Use of Property:
Staff Report:
A. Public Works Issues:
No issues.
B. Staff Analysis:
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Z-6941
Robert Grim
3306 "H" Street
West 1-2 of Lots 5 and 6, Block 8,
East Pulaski Heights Addition
R-3
Variances are requested from the
accessory structure area and
separation provisions of Section
36-156.
The applicant's justification is
presented in an attached letter.
Single Family
Single Family
The R-3 zoned property at 3306 "H" Street is occupied by a
one-story brick and frame, single-family residence and a
detached, garage structure. The existing garage has a front
yard setback of 18± feet, a side yard setback of 3.2 feet
and is separated from the residence by 3± feet. The
applicant proposes to remove the existing garage and build
in its place a new carport structure. The new carport will
maintain the existing 18± foot front yard and 3± foot
separation but is proposed to have a 0 foot side yard
setback. The code requires a front yard setback of 60 feet,
a side yard setback of 3 feet and a minimum separation from
the principal structure of 6 feet.
De amber 18, 2000
Item No.: A (Cont.
Staff has concerns about the proposed carport structure.
Allowing the new structure to maintain the existing 18± foot
front yard setback and 3± foot separation does not seem
unreasonable. The situation should in fact be improved
since the new carport will be open on the front and sides
allowing for better passage of air and light and more ready
access in case of an emergency. Staff's concern lies with
the proposed 0 foot side yard. The house on the adjacent
property has only a 1.2-1.4 foot setback from the common
side property line. Allowing the applicant to construct a
structure any closer than the current 3.2 foot side yard
greatly increases the possibility of fire spreading from one
property onto the other. Additionally, the plan submitted
to staff shows the roof of the proposed carport pitching to
the sides, causing water to run-off onto the adjacent
property.
Staff has consistently taken a position of opposition to
0 foot side yard setback proposals. Staff feels that
position is strengthened in this case by the presence of the
neighboring house.
C. Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends denial of the requested variances, as
filed.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT:
(NOVEMBER 27, 2000)
The applicant was not present. There were no objectors present.
Staff informed the Board that the applicant had requested
deferral to the December 18, 2000 meeting. The applicant had
indicated a desire to work with his architect to address concerns
raised by staff. The request for deferral was received on the
morning of November 27, 2000.
A motion was made waive the Board's Bylaws to accept the
applicant's late request for deferral. The motion was approved
by a vote of 5 ayes, 0 noes and 0 absent.
The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and approved for
deferral to the December 18, 2000 meeting. The vote was 5 ayes,
0 noes and 0 absent.
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D( =mber 18, 2000
Item No.: A (Cont.)
STAFF UPDATE:
On November 29, 2000, the applicant submitted a letter offering
the following changes to his proposed plan:
1. Rain gutters and downspouts for the roof line adjacent to
Mary Cameron's home at 900 N. Martin to insure no rain water
from his lot will flow onto hers.
2. Repositioning two carport supports to be no closer than 18
inches from the property line separating his lot and Mary
Cameron's lot next door at 900 N. Martin.
3. Insuring the overhang does not reach the property line.
4. Providing a letter to the board signed by Mary Cameron
stating her full support for this structure and giving
permission to cross her property line in a reasonable manner
as required to build this carport.
Staff has in the past supported side yard setbacks of as little
as 18 inches with conditions similar to those proposed by the
applicant. Staff is willing to offer support for the amended
proposal subject to compliance with the following conditions:
1. The carport structure is to remain open and unenclosed on
the front and sides.
2. The eave/overhang on the east side of the structure is to
be limited to no more than 6 inches.
3. Compliance with the 4 changes proposed in the letter from
the applicant, received on November 29, 2000.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT:
(DECEMBER 18, 2000)
The applicant was present. There were no objectors present.
Staff presented the amended item and a recommendation of
approval, subject to compliance with the conditions outlined in
the "Staff Recommendation" above.
The applicant offered no additional comments.
The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and approved as
recommended by staff. The vote was 5 ayes, 0 noes and 0 absent.
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Robert E. Grim
3306 H Street
Little Rock, AR 72205
501-666-2376
Nov. 27, 2000
Dana Carney
City of Little Rock
Department of Planning
723 West Markham
Little Rock, AR 72201-1334
Dear Mr. Carney:
Per our conversation on Nov. 27th, I would like to reschedule my
appearance before the Board of Adjustments to December 18, 2000. In order to
get the support of the staff for my application, as you suggested I will provide
documentation for the following changes to my current plan:
1. Rain gutters and downspouts for the roof line adjacent to Mary Cameron's
home at 900 N. Martin to insure no rain water from our lot will flow onto hers.
2. Repositioning two carport supports to be no closer than 18 inches from the
property line separating our lot and Mary Cameron's lot next door at 900 N.
Martin.
3. Insuring the overhang does not reach the property line.
4. Providing a letter to the board signed by Mary Cameron stating her full support
for this structure and giving permission to cross her property line in a reasonable
manner as required to build this car port.
It is my understanding if I meet the above requirements I will have your support
for this variance as well as the support of the staff before I appear before the
board. If this is not true would you please notify me immediately so I can insure
compliance with your requirements.
Robert E. Grim
2205 H. St.
Little Rock, AR 72205i� ���' SS
501-666-2376 ext. 229 TU
October 16th, 2000
Little Rock Dept. of Planning and Development
Board of Adjustment
723 W. Markham
Little Rock, AR 72202
We are requesting a residential zoning variance which would allow us to replace an
existing shed with an attractive carport. The architect's drawing of the proposed
structure is provided along with a picture of the current shed. Both include our house
and the houses on either side of our property.
Also provided with this letter is a survey showing the width of our lot to be only 78.1
feet. This unusual lot configuration requires the carport to go less than a foot from the
east property line even though we have a relatively small house. It should be noted that
the current shed and driveway are already occupying the exact space where the carport
would be built. The proposed new structure, the carport, would replace the existing shed
and significantly improve the appearance of our home, our lot, and the entire
neighborhood.
The neighbor most affected by this structure is Mary Cameron who lives in the house
immediately east of our lot. She is fully aware of this variance request and has no
objection to it.
We respectfully request that this variance be approved.
Sincerely,
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Dt.:ember 18, 2000
Item No.: 1
File No.
Owner:
Address:
Description:
Zoned:
Variance Requested:
Justification:
Present Use of Property:
Proposed Use of Property:
Staff Report:
A. Public Works Issues:
No comments.
B. Staff Analysis:
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Arkansas Children's Hospital
800 Marshall Street
Long Legal
O-2
A variance is requested from the
area regulations of Section 36-280
to permit a canopy addition with a
reduced front yard setback.
The applicant's justification is
presented in an attached letter.
Hospital
Hospital
Arkansas Children's Hospital is currently constructing a new
addition onto the east side of the main hospital building
located on the 0-2 zoned property at 800 Marshall Street.
The addition is being built in an area previously occupied
by a parking lot which has recently been relocated to
property on the east side of Marshall Street. Part of the
new addition will include a new main entrance. One element
of the entrance is a proposed canopy to accommodate patient
drop-off and pick-up. All of the expansion meets required
setbacks with the exception of the canopy. The canopy is
proposed to have a front yard setback of 7'101". The 0-2
district requires a 25 -foot front yard setback.
Staff is supportive of the requested variance. The canopy
is being constructed over an area that had previously been a
DL =mber 18, 2000
Item No.: 1 (Cont.
paved parking lot. The canopy will have a setback of 21
feet from the curb of Marshall Street. Due to the open
nature of the canopy and its mid -block location, it will not
create a sight -distance hazard. The reduced setback is for
only the width of the canopy and its supports; the remainder
of the addition is located well behind the setback line.
There is no platted building line issue.
C. Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the setback variance, as filed.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT:
(DECEMBER 18, 2000)
The applicant was present. There were no objectors present.
Staff presented the item and a recommendation of approval, as
filed.
The applicant offered no additional comments.
The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and approved as
recommended by staff. The vote was 5 ayes, 0 noes and 0 absent.
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CROMWELL
ARCHITECTS ENGINEERS
November 17, 2000
Department of Planning and Development
City of Little Rock
723 West Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72201
Re: Zoning Variance Request, 800 S. Marshall
Arkansas Children's Hospital Surgical Services Expansion
A/E Project No. 98-150
Dear Sir:
We hereby request a variance from the requirements of the City of Little Rock Zoning Ordinance, Section
36-280, lot setback. This variance is requested to allow construction of an entrance canopy and support
wall. These items will perform two functions:
1. Provide covered patient drop-off for the main entrance of Arkansas Children's Hospital. This will
allow drop-off and pick-up protected from inclement weather at the main entry of the hospital.
2. Provide an entry focus for visitors parking in the new main visitors' parking lot on the east side of
Marshall Street. This will focus pedestrian traffic to and from the parking lot to one crosswalk,
increasing pedestrian safety.
The setback would be reduced from the required 25' to approximately 8' at the canopy support wall. The
canopy as submitted will allow two lanes of cars under cover; if this variance is not granted, the drive will
be reduced to one lane. Two lanes will allow more cars to load and unload under cover at one time,
reducing the probability of traffic backing up into Marshall Street at peak periods.
Please direct any comments requiring our action to me.
Sincerely,
1411*11_&1_511
Kent W. Taylor, AIA
Vice President
KWT/mbs
Enclosures: Application for Variance
Site Plans (6 copies)
_ Affidavit of Authorization
Filing Fee
cc: David Berry
CROMWELL TRUEMPER LEVY THOMPSON WOODSMALL, INC.
101 S. SPRING STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS 72201-2490 (501) 372-2900 FAX (501) 372-0482
D(t--;ember 18, 2000
Item No.: 2
File No.:
Owner:
Address:
Description:
Zoned:
Variance Requested:
Justification:
Present Use of Property:
Proposed Use of Property:
Staff Report:
A. Public Works Issues:
No comments.
B. Staff Analysis:
Z-6951
MCS Builders; James Lasley, III
Agent
5800 S. Country Club
Lot 87, Forest Heights Place
R-2
Variances are requested from the
area regulations of Section 36-254
and the accessory structure area
coverage and setback provisions of
Section 36-156.
The applicant's justification is
presented in an attached letter.
Single Family
Single Family
The single-family residence located on the R-2 zoned
property at 5800 S. Country Club is currently being
remodeled. The project includes expansion of the front
porch and construction of a new, detached garage. The porch
expansion is proposed to maintain the current front yard
setback of 21 feet. The code requires a front yard setback
of 25 feet in R-2. The proposed garage is to have a street
side yard setback of 7.6 feet and is to cover 35% of the
required rear yard. The code requires accessory structures
to have a minimum street side yard setback of 15 feet and
limits the area coverage to 30% of the required rear yard.
Dt,amber 18, 2000
Item No.: 2 (Cont.
Staff is supportive of the variance requests. The porch
addition is very minor and should have no impact on adjacent
properties. The widened porch will not extend any further
into the front yard setback than does the existing porch.
The porch will have a setback of 32-33 feet from the curb of
S. Country Club. The proposed remodeling of the home's
fagade should result in a more appealing street appearance
that should be an asset to the neighborhood.
The proposed detached garage is to cover 35% of the required
rear yard, slightly more than the 30% coverage permitted by
the code. This small area coverage variance should have no
effect on adjacent properties. The proposed rear and
interior side yard setbacks exceed those required by the
code.
The proposed 7.5 foot street side yard setback for the
garage is not out of character with the neighborhood. The
other homes in the area face the cross streets (Country
Club, Hawthorne and Stonewall) as well and have a side yard
relationship to Pierce Street. The result is that all of
the other homes abutting Pierce have similar side yard
setbacks of 7-8 feet. This lot has a 7.5 -foot platted
building line on the Pierce Street side and if the garage
were attached to the house, the side yard variance would not
be necessary. It is only because the garage is detached
that the 15 -foot setback is required. The garage is located
15 feet from the curb of Pierce Street, providing adequate
back -out room for safety. The structure is located mid -
block and does not present a sight -distance issue.
C. Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the front yard setback, area
coverage and street side yard setback variances as filed.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT:
(DECEMBER 18, 2000)
The applicant was present. There were no objectors present.
Staff presented the item and a recommendation of approval, as
filed.
The applicant offered no additional comments.
The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and approved as
recommended by staff. The vote was 5 ayes, 0 noes and 0 absent.
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STATE
November 6, 2000
Department of Planning and Development
723 West Markham
Little Rock, AR
Dear Sir:
This letter is being written to comply with the instructions for making application for a residential zoning
variance. We are seeking three variances on Lot 87, Forest Heights Place, an addition to the City of Little
Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas. The variances are:
1) Street side set -back for garage
2) Area coverage for garage
3) Front set -back for widening of front porch
As you can see from the enclosed plans, we are proposing these improvements to create a family friendly
home that fits in with the existing neighborhood. Also enclosed is a recent survey, certified by a Registered
Professional Land Surveyor.
Thank you for considering these zoning variances.
Sincerely,
Ja es I. Lasley, III
nclosures
5110 Kavanaugh • Little Rock, Arkansas 72207.501-975-5550 • Fax 501-975-5551
Dt—_:ember 18, 2000
Item No.: 3
File No.:
Owner:
Address:
Description:
Zoned:
Variance Requested:
Justification:
Present Use of Property:
Proposed Use of Property:
Staff Report:
A.
Public Works Issues:
Z-6953
Treasure Hill Pet Hospital
1221 Breckenridge Dr.
Not provided
O-3
A variance is requested from the
sign height provisions of Section
36-553.
The applicant's justification is
presented in an attached letter.
Veterinary clinic
Veterinary clinic
No issues related to this sign variance.
B. Staff Analysis:
Treasure Hill Pet Hospital is located on the 0-3 zoned
property at 1221 Breckenridge Dr. The owners of the clinic
propose to place a new ground -mounted sign on the property.
The sign, including the base, will be 10 feet tall and 64
square feet in area. The code limits ground -mounted signs
on office zoned properties to 6 feet in height and 64 square
feet in area. The applicants are requesting the additional
height to allow a message board to be incorporated into the
sign.
Staff believes the variance request is reasonable. The sign
is tastefully designed in a monument style. The property is
located directly across from the large C-3 zoned
Breckenridge Village property and is two lots south of
Rodney Parham Road. There are many, larger and taller signs
in the area. In 1984, a variance was granted allowing an
Dt amber 18, 2000
Item No.: 3 (Cont.)
11 -foot tall monument sign to be placed on the 0-3 zoned
property adjacent to this site, at 1225 Breckenridge Drive.
Staff does not believe the proposed sign will have a
negative impact on adjacent properties. Again, the area of
the sign does not exceed that permitted in office zones and
the monument style design is appropriate for office -zoned
properties.
C. Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the requested sign height
variance subject to the sign being designed as proposed in
this application.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT:
(DECEMBER 18, 2000)
The applicant was present. There were no objectors present.
Staff presented the item and a recommendation of approval,
subject to compliance with the condition outlined in the "Staff
Recommendation" above.
The applicant offered no additional comments.
The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and approved as
recommended by staff. The vote was 5 ayes, 0 noes and 0 absent.
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November 8, 2000
Attn: Environmental Codes
City of Little Rock
Reference: Treasure Hills Pet Clinic
1221 Breckenridge
Little Rock, AR 72205
We are requesting a variance for (1) Double faced 6'X 10' ground mounted sign
(equalling 62 sq. ft.). We are aware the code allows only a 6' maximum height & 64
total sq. ft. The Clinic on many occasions has had the need for the use of a marquee.
With marquees at ground level there is a risk of vandalism and increasing height
would allow greater visiblity.
We are much concerned with aesthestics in so much that the sign has been designed
with historical colors and landscaping.
Approximately 90 feet further south Breckenridge Professional Building at 1225
Breckenridge sits an existing 6'6" X 11'2" (11'2" vertical) sign.
We appreciate your consideration for the above sign request and look forward to your
reply.
Sincerely,
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Jim Lawson
Kenny Scott
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D�_.:ember 18, 2000
Item No.: 4
File No.:
Owner:
Address:
Description:
Zoned:
Variance Requested:
Z-6958
David Longley
1101 Boundless Street
Lot 16, Block 12, Clinton Park
Addition
R-3
Variances are requested from the
area regulations of Section 36-255
to permit a carport addition with
reduced side and front yard
setbacks.
Justification: The house had no covered parking.
The carport is being built over the
existing, paved parking area.
Present Use of Property: Single Family
Proposed Use of Property: Single Family
Staff Report:
A. Public Works Issues:
No comments.
B. Staff Analysis:
The R-3 zoned property at 1101 Boundless Street is occupied
by a one-story, frame, single-family residence. The owner
of the home has recently begun construction of a carport
addition. The carport has a side yard setback of 0.9 feet
and a front yard setback of 15 feet. The code requires side
and front yard setbacks of 5 feet and 25 feet respectively
for this lot. The applicant began the project unaware that
it was being built in violation of code. Once notified of
the violation, he ceased construction and filed for the
variances.
D�._amber 18, 2000
Item No.: 4 (Cont.
Staff is supportive of the requested variances. This home
is one of only a handful remaining in this area east of Bond
Street, virtually surrounded by Industrial uses. The
carport addition maintains the same 15 foot front yard
setback as the existing house. The structure is set back 35
feet from the pavement of Boundless Street. Boundless is a
sparsely traveled, one block street. Allowing the reduced
front yard setback should have no impact on properties in
the area or traffic in the street.
Although staff is generally supportive of the reduced side
yard setback, there is one issue of concern. It appears
that the eave/overhang on the carport may actually extend
over the property line. Staff believes the eave should be
cut back and guttering installed to prevent water run-off
onto the adjacent property. The house on the adjacent lot
is located approximately 20 feet from the common lot line,
providing adequate separation between structures.
C. Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the requested front and side
yard setback variances subject to compliance with the
following conditions:
1. The eave/overhang on the south side of the carport
addition is to be cut-back to no more than a drip line.
2. Guttering is to be installed on the south side of the
carport addition to prevent water run-off onto the
adjacent property.
3. No portion of the addition, including eave and guttering
is to extend beyond the property line.
4. The carport is to remain open and unenclosed on the
front and south side.
5. All required building permits must be obtained.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT:
(DECEMBER 18, 2000)
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.
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DLamber 18, 2000
Item No.: 4 (Cont.)
The applicant offered no additional comments.
The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and approved as
recommended by staff. The vote was 5 ayes, 0 noes and 0 absent.
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Dt_.:ember 18, 2000
Item No.: 5
File No.:
Owner:
Address:
Description:
Zoned:
Variance Requested:
Justification:
Present Use of Property:
Proposed Use of Property:
Staff Report:
A. Public Works Issues:
Z-6959
Bob Adkins
Adkins Court @ Hinson Road
Lots 1-12, Adkins Estates
R-2
A variance is requested from the
fence height provisions of Section
36-156 to permit construction of a
6 -foot tall fence along the Hinson
Road frontage.
The decorative, wood and brick
fence is wanted to provide security
and privacy; similar to other entry
fences along Hinson Road.
Single Family lots
Single Family
1. Fence foundation and columns must be located on the
private property.
2. Owner must complete sidewalk on the Hinson Road frontage,
as part of this project.
B. Staff Analysis:
The applicant has developed a 12 lot, single-family
subdivision located on the north side of Hinson Road, across
from Pulaski Academy. He desires to erect an ornamental, 6 -
foot tall, brick and wood fence along the Hinson Road
perimeter. A gated entry will provide access to the
Subdivision. The code limits the height of fences erected
within setbacks adjacent to streets to 4 feet.
DLamber 18, 2000
Item No.: 5 (Cont.
Staff is supportive of the variance request. The proposed 6
foot tall fence is not out of character with other
development along Hinson Road. To the east of this site, a
6 foot tall fence extends along the north side of Hinson
Road, along the rear lot lines of the homes in Pleasant
Valley. West of this site, Pleasant Valley Estates has a
similar brick wall with a controlled entry. Other
subdivisions farther west on Hinson also have similar fences
and gates. The proposed fence is located 18-19 feet off of
the curb of Hinson Road, providing safe sight -distance. The
gated entry is located 140 feet off of the curb, allowing
for stacking space and a turn -around.
A means of entry through the gate must be provided to
emergency personnel (fire, police).
C. Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the fence height variance
subject to compliance with the following conditions:
1. Appropriate emergency personnel must be provided a
means of access through the gated entry.
2. Compliance with Public Works Comments including any
variance or waiver of those requirements as may be
granted by the Director of Public Works or the Board of
Directors.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT:
(DECEMBER 18, 2000)
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 applicant offered no additional comments.
The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and approved as
recommended by staff. The vote was 5 ayes, 0 noes and 0 absent.
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Dt---,.sember 18, 2000
Item No.: 6
File No.:
Owner:
Address:
Description:
Zoned-
Variance Requested:
Justification:
Present Use of Property:
Proposed Use of Property:
Staff Report:
A. Public Works Issues:
Z-6960
Norman Barnett
8717 Stagecoach Road
Long Legal
I-2
A variance is requested from the
tower height provisions of Section
36-201 to permit construction of a
160 -foot tall, ground -mounted
tower.
The applicant's justification is
presented in an attached letter.
Office/Warehouse and Welding Shop
Office/Warehouse and a Welding Shop
1. Stagecoach Road is classified on the Master Street Plan
as a principal arterial, dedication of right-of-way to 55
feet from centerline is required.
2. Property frontage needs to have 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. A grading permit and development permit for special flood
hazard area is required prior to construction.
B. Staff Analysis:
N & D Technical Services, Inc. is located on the I-2 zoned
property at 8717 Stagecoach Road. N & D has recently added
a UHF radio communications facility to enhance their local
area response times and inter -crew communications. In order
D� amber 18, 2000
Item No.: 6 (Cont.)
to implement this facility, it is necessary to install a
repeater at this location, requiring construction of a 160 -
foot tall, guyed, steel tower. The code limits the height
of metal, ground -mounted towers to 75 feet.
Staff is supportive of the variance request. The elevation
at the base of the tower is approximately 291 foot AMSL.
3,000 feet northeast of the site is a ridge, the crest of
which is over 450 foot AMSL. Since UHF is effectively a
line -of -sight, transmission to both downtown Little Rock and
North Little Rock is blocked.
The proposed tower is to be located behind N & D's building,
345 feet away from Stagecoach Road. A large area of
undevelopable floodway is located east and generally north
and south of the site. The tower is built on a 12 1% -inch
equilateral triangular design, creating a minimal, visual
impact. Allowing the increased tower height will have no
impact on adjacent properties.
C. Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the requested tower height
variance, subject to compliance with Public Works Comments
including any variance or waiver of those requirements as
may be granted by the Director of Public Works or the Board
of Directors.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT:
(DECEMBER 18, 2000)
Norm Floyd abstained on this issue. 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 applicant offered no additional comments.
The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and approved as
recommended by staff. The vote was 4 ayes, 0 noes, 0 absent
and 1 abstaining (Floyd).
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MOM SERACES, INC,
8717 Stagecoach Road • Little Rock, AR 72210
(501) 455-5222 • Fax (501) 455-4093
October 26, 2000
Department of Planning and Development
723 West Markham
Little Rock, AR 72201
Re: Zoning variance for radio tower
Sirs,
Request:
N&D Technical Services, Inc, hereby requests a zoning variance to allow construction of a
160 -foot vertical guyed steel tower and monopole radio antenna.`
Origin:
N&D has recently added a UHF radio communications facility to further enhance our local
area response times and inter -crew communications. In order to implement this facility we
need to install a repeater at our office.
Due to the terrain, particularly to our north and west, in order to get adequate coverage in
the metropolitan Little Rock area, studies show that our antenna needs to be 160' above
ground level.
Justification:
Our property is located near the intersection of AR 5 and AR 338 (Stagecoach and
Baseline), and is Zoned 1-2. The elevation (AMSL) at the base of the tower is approximately
291'. Within 3000 feet to our northeast there is a ridge, the crest of which is over 450'
AMSL. Since UHF is effectively a line -of -sight, this blocks our transmission to both
downtown Little Rock and to North Little Rock.
Impact:
The tower will be located behind our warehouse (see site plan), and approximately 345'
from the highway right-of-way. The warehouse will obscure the first 24 feet of the tower
base. Immediately behind our property is an OS zoned area at the intersection of Fourche
Creek and Haw Branch. There is a floodway buffer of several hundred feet which actually
encroaches on our property. Additionally, on both OS zoned sides, there is high voltage
power line with a height of approximately 90'. The existing buffering and power lines will
render the visual impact of out tower to be minimal.
Thank you for your consideration.
D�,;ember 18, 2000
Item No.: 7
File No.:
Owner:
Address:
Description:
Zoned:
Variance Requested:
Justification:
Present Use of Property:
Proposed Use of Property:
Staff Report:
A
Public Works Issues:
Z-6961
Alley Development Co., Otter Creek
Office Park
11701 I-30
Long Legal
C-2
A variance is requested from the
sign area provisions of Section
36-555 to permit a ground -mounted
sign exceeding 160 square feet
in area.
The applicant's justification is
presented in an attached letter.
Multiple Office/Commercial uses
Multiple Office/Commercial uses
No issues related to this sign variance.
B. Staff Analysis:
Otter Creek business Park, a 5 building, multiple tenant
development is located on the C-2 zoned property located at
11701 I-30. Other businesses on the site, apart from the
Business Park, include a hotel, convenience store and liquor
store. There currently is no ground -mounted sign
identifying the business park or its tenants. The other
businesses, which are located at the intersection of I-30
and Mabelvale West Road, have individual ground -mounted
signs. The applicant proposes to erect one ground -mounted
sign identifying the Business Park and its tenants. The
sign is monument style in design; 23 feet in height and
approximately 250 square feet in area. The code limits
DLamber 18, 2000
Item No.: 7 (Cont.)
ground -mounted signs in the commercial zones to 36 feet in
height and 160 square feet in area.
Staff is supportive of the requested area variance. The
proposed sign is 13 feet shorter than the allowable height
in commercial zones. The sign is to be erected adjacent to
one of the Business Park buildings, well away from the
property line adjacent to the interstate and access road.
Based on the amount of street frontage, the business park
could be permitted an additional 3-4 ground -mounted signs.
In lieu of multiple, 36 -foot tall, 160 square foot signs,
staff believes it is appropriate to allow this one larger,
tastefully designed sign.
C. Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the sign area variance for the
ground -mounted sign subject to compliance with the following
conditions:
1. This sign is permitted in lieu of additional ground -
mounted signs being erected on the Business Park
development.
2. The sign must be designed as proposed in this
application.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT:
(DECEMBER 18, 2000)
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 applicant offered no additional comments.
The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and approved as
recommended by staff. The vote was 5 ayes, 0 noes and 0 absent.
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Board of Adjustment
Department of Planning and Development
723 West Markham
Little Rock, AR 72201
501-371-4790
Fax: 501-371-6863
SignSystems, Inc. is requesting a zoning variance to Little Rock Code 36-555(a)(2) for the property located
at 117011-30 (Otter Creek Business Park, owned by Alley Development Co.). SignSystems, Inc. is
seeking to erect a ground mounted sign measuring 244 square feet, which exceeds the ordinance's
allowance of 160 square feet.
The primary reason for the variance request is the viewing distance of said sign. The sign is to be viewable
to traffic heading northwest on I-30. The access roads for both I-430 and 1-30 as well as the sign's distance
from the road would cause the sign, if reduced in size, to be indecipherable. The majority of the sign's
copy has a letter height of 6" to 7". Letter visibility studies have shown that this letter size requires a
viewing distance of 60 to 70 feet for maximum impact and a minimum viewing distance of 200 – 300 feet
for any readability at all. As proposed, the sign will provide good visibility from the access roads for all
tenants as well as visibility from I-30 for the business park.
Otter Creek Business Park consists of five individual buildings with 18 current tenants and space available
for an additional 3 businesses. The combined building frontage of this complex is 1285 feet. Because the
nature of Alley Development Company's business, housing other businesses, the sign serves the purpose of
not only identifying the business park but also the individual tenants. If the sign were reduced in size, the
corresponding reduction in size to the tenant panels would result in the tenant panels having little or no
identification beyond what is currently at the location. This would deny the tenants the potential business
of drive by, impulse customers, which could cause an undue hardship upon the tenants. Consequently, if
Otter Creek Business Park cannot provide to their tenants adequate identification for their location, the
possibility exists that said tenants will seek a more visible Business Park from which to do business.
As illustrated above, adhering to the ordinance's current size restrictions would result in a lack of visibility
for the sign which has the potential to cause an undue hardship to both the individual businesses located in
Otter Creek Business Park as well as the business park itself.
SignSystems, Inc. extends its appreciation to the Board of Adjustment for their consideration of this
variance request.
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Rochelle Broglen
Office Administrator
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December 18, 2000
There being no further business before the Board, the
meeting was adjourned at 2:07 p.m.
Date: 2�
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