boa_04 24 2017LITTLE ROCK BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
SUMMARY OF MINUTES
APRIL 24, 2017
2:00 P.M.
Roll Call and Finding of a Quorum
A Quorum was present being four (4) in number.
II. Approval of the Minutes of the Previous Meetings
The Minutes of the March 27, 2017 meeting were
approved.
Members Present: Frank Allison
Christopher Smith
Robert Tucker, Vice Chairman
Jeff Yates,. Chairman
Members Absent: Carolyn Lindsey Polk
City Attorney Present: Debra Weldon
LITTLE ROCK BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
OLD BUSINESS:
A. Z -7945-B
NEW BUSINESS:
1.
Z -7756-B
2.
Z-9212
3.
Z-9213
4.
Z-9214
AGENDA
APRIL 24, 2017
2:00 P.M.
4910 Kavanaugh Blvd.
610 President Clinton Avenue
401 E. Daisy Bates Drive
417 Main Street
107-215 Summershade Loop
APRIL 24, 2017
ITEM NO.: A
File No..-
Owner:
o.:Owner:
Applicant:
Address:
Description:
Zoned:
Z -7945-B
Lyto, Inc.
Tami C. Threet
4910 Kavanaugh Blvd.
East side of Kavanaugh Blvd., North of Cantrell Road
C-3
Variance Requested: A variance is requested from the parking provisions of
Section 36-502 to allow an outdoor dining area for a
restaurant with a reduced number of parking spaces.
Justification: The applicant's justification is presented in an attached letter.
Present Use of Property: Commercial
Proposed Use of Property: Commercial and Restaurant
STAFF REPORT
A. Public Works Issues:
No Comments.
B. Staff Analysis:
The C-3 zoned property at 4910 Kavanaugh Blvd. is occupied by two (2) one-story
commercial buildings. There is paved parking between the two (2) buildings as well
as along the north, east and west sides of the northernmost building. There is a total
of 41 parking spaces on the site. There are two (2) paved driveways from
Kavanaugh Blvd., which serve as access.
On May 23, 2016 the Board of Adjustment approved a parking variance to allow
3,750 square feet of the southernmost building as a restaurant use. The restaurant
is to be open from 4:30 P.M. to 12:30 A.M., seven (7) days a week. Most of the
other uses within these two buildings will not be open during these times. With the
addition of the restaurant use, Section 36-502(b)(3)c. of the City's Zoning Ordinance
requires a minimum of 57 parking spaces for the two (2) buildings combined. There
is a total of 10,000 square feet for the two (2) buildings.
APRIL 24, 2017
ITEM NO.: A (CON'T.) Z -7945-B
The parking variance was approved with the following conditions:
A maximum of 3,750 square feet of the two (2) existing buildings may be
utilized as a restaurant use.
2. The hours of operation for the restaurant use are limited to the evening hours
after 4:30 P.M.
The applicant is requesting to amend the previously approved application by adding
a 12 foot by 34 foot (408 square feet) outdoor dining area at the southwest corner of
the southernmost building, along Kavanaugh Blvd. The outdoor dining area will add
24 additional seats to the restaurant use. The outdoor dining area will be set back
3.7 feet from the front (west) property line. The outdoor dining area will be enclosed
with a short fence. The addition of the outdoor dining area brings the off-street
parking requirement to 41 spaces for the restaurant use and 61 spaces for the
overall site (restaurant and other uses).
Staff continues to be supportive of the requested amended parking variance. Staff
feels the variance request is reasonable, given the fact that 41 parking spaces
currently exist on the site. The restaurant use alone requires 41 parking spaces. If
the other uses on the property are closed a majority of the time when the restaurant
is in operation, parking will not be an issue. Staff believes a slight overlap in the
hours of operation will also create no parking issues. There is also some additional
on -street parking to the north along Kavanaugh Blvd., and Van Buren Street. Staff
believes the use of a portion of the southernmost building as a restaurant with
outdoor dining with the existing parking arrangement will have no adverse impact on
the adjacent properties or the general area.
C. Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the requested amended parking variance, subject to
the following conditions:
1. A maximum of 3,750 square feet of the two (2) existing buildings may be
utilized as a restaurant use (with 408 square feet of outdoor dining space).
2. The hours of operation for the restaurant use are limited to the evening hours
after 4:30 P.M.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
(December 12, 2016)
Staff informed the Board that the application needed to be deferred to the February
27, 2017 agenda to allow the objectors an opportunity to pursue an
appeal/interpretation of Section 36-298(8)e. of the City's Zoning Ordinance. Staff
noted that this issue as raised by the objectors needed to be resolved prior to the
parking variance being addressed.
APRIL 24, 2017
ITEM NO.: A (CON'T.) Z -7945-B
The item was placed on the consent agenda and deferred to the February 27, 2017
agenda by the vote of 4 ayes, 0 noes and 1 absent.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
(February 27, 2017)
Staff informed the Board that the applicant submitted a letter on February 23, 2017
requesting the application be deferred to the March 27, 2017 agenda. Staff supported
the deferral request. The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and deferred by a
vote of 5 ayes, 0 noes and 0 absent.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
(March 27, 2017)
Staff informed the Board that the applicant submitted a letter on March 27, 2017
requesting the application be deferred to the April 24, 2017 agenda. Staff supported the
deferral request. The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and deferred by a vote
of 3 ayes, 0 noes and 2 absent.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT (April 24, 2017)
Tami Threet and Jacqueline Pittman were present, representing the application. There
were three (3) objectors present. Staff presented the application with a recommendation
of approval.
Tami Threet addressed the Board in support of the application. She briefly discussed the
proposed parking variance. She noted that the restaurant had an agreement with the
bank immediately to the south (corner of Kavanaugh Blvd. and Cantrell Road) to use their
parking lot. Chairman Yates asked about the total parking spaces on the property. Staff
noted where the 41 parking spaces were located.
Patrick Ruettiger addressed the Board in opposition. He noted that undue hardship with
respect to the parking variance does not exist and explained. He quoted Arkansas law
regarding undue hardship. He also quoted Black's Law Dictionary. He explained that the
variance was not needed for the restaurant to carry out business activity.
Alex Rogers spoke in opposition. He stated that he had letters of opposition from
neighbors.
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ITEM NO.: A (CON'T.) Z -7945-B
Jennifer Rogers also spoke in opposition. She noted that people currently park across
Kavanaugh Blvd. from the commercial property. She explained that deliveries to the
restaurant were being made in the right-of-way.
Ms. Threet explained that parking in this general area has always been a challenge. She
noted that the existing restaurant was previously located approximately one (1) block to
the north. She further explained that parking counts made during peak restaurant hours
indicated that adequate parking exists on the site to accommodate the extra dining space
(outdoor dining area).
Vice -Chair Tucker asked where the restaurant staff parks. Jacqueline Pittman noted that
some employees park behind the Kavanaugh Pharmacy building and some use public
transportation.
Christopher Smith asked about the delivery truck issue as raised by Mrs. Rogers. Ms.
Threet noted that the issue would be addressed.
Mr. Reuttiger reiterated that there was no undue hardship. There was a brief discussion
regarding hardship. Staff noted that two (2) court cases regarding parking variances for
restaurants were decided in the restaurants' favor, and that the cases were similar in
nature to the subject application.
Chairman Yates made comments related to the proposed parking variance and the issues
faced by the residents on the west side of Kavanaugh Blvd. He indicated support of staff's
recommendation of approval.
There was a motion to approve the application as recommended by staff. The vote was
2 ayes, 2 nays and 1 absent. The application was automatically deferred to the May 22,
2017 agenda due to a lack of three (3) votes for or against the application.
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LAX •VAUGHAN
LAX, VAUGHAN, FORTSON, ROWE & THREET, P.A.
ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELORS
CANTRELL WEST BUILDING
11300 CANTRELL ROAD, SUITE 201
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS 72212
TAW C. THREET TELEPHONE (501) 376-6565
tthreet@laxvaughan.com FACSIMILE (501) 376-6666
October 27, 2016
Via Hand -Delivery
Mr. Monte Moore
Department of Planning and Development
723 W. Markham St.
Little Rock, AR 72201
Re: 4910 Kavanaugh Blvd. (the "Property")
Dear Mr. Moore:
ITrect Line
(501)907-5447
Our firm represents the Pizzeria, the tenant of the above -referenced Property. On May
25, 2016, the Pizzeria was granted a conditional parking variance for the Property. The Pizzeria
would like to amend its original application to include an outdoor seating area of 24 additional
seats for the restaurant. In that regard, enclosed please find the following documents requesting
an amended zoning variance for the above -referenced Property:
1. Amended Application For Zoning Variance;
2. Copy of the Department of Planning and Development's approval of
the Property's application dated May 25, 2016;
3. Six (6) copies of a current survey and site plan showing proposed and
existing improvements for the Property;
4. Check in the amount of $205.00 for the filing of this application; and
5. Affidavit authorizing me to sign the application on behalf of Thomas
Samuel of Lyto, Inc., the owner of the Property.
Also enclosed is a draft Notice of Public Hearing which we respectfully ask that you
review for accuracy before we circulate to the neighboring property owners. It is our
understanding that we can use the prior list of property owners within 200 feet of the Property
supplied by Beach Abstract & Guaranty Company, as it is dated April 28, 2016.
Consistent with our original application, we are requesting the zoning variance for a
3,750 square foot portion of the southernmost part of the building, containing approximately
4,100 square feet, more or less, for evening restaurant use only. The restaurant will be in
Mr. Monte Moore
October 27, 2016
Page 2
operation seven (7) days a week from 4:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Based on our understanding, the
Property currently has 41 parking spaces and two (2) paved driveways which serve as access to
the Property. If you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to
contact my paralegal, Megan, or me at the number above. We sincerely appreciate your
assistance in this matter.
Sincerely,
TO—VA;--1
Tami C. Threet
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Enclosures
cc: Ms. Jacquelyn C. Pittman (via email)
Mr. Thomas Samuel (via email)
APRIL 24, 2017
ITEM NO.: 1
File No.: Z -7756-B
Owner: AXPM — Merritt Dake
Applicant: Timothy S. Yelvington
Address: 610 President Clinton Avenue
Description: North side of President Clinton Avenue, east of Sherman Street
Zoned: PCD
Variance Requested: A variance is requested from the sign provisions of Section
36-353 to allow a projecting sign with increased projection
from a building.
Justification: The applicant's justification is presented in an attached letter.
Present Use of Property: Offices
Proposed Use of Property: Offices and Coffee Shop
STAFF REPORT
A. Public Works Issues:
No Comments
B. Staff Analysis:
The UU zoned property at 610 President Clinton Avenue is occupied by a three-
story commercial building. The property is located on the north side of President
Clinton Avenue, east of Sherman Street. The building currently contains offices,
with a ground -floor coffee shop (Zetco Coffee) being proposed. The property is
located in the River Market Design Overlay District.
As part of the new coffee shop development, a projecting sign is proposed to be
located on the south building fagade, at the southwest corner of the structure. The
proposed projecting sign will have a round shape, with an area of 9.62 square feet.
The sign will project from the building by four (4) feet. It will be located 11 feet — 9
inches above the sidewalk (to the bottom of the sign). The proposed sign will have
external neon lighting, with a black background and white vinyl letters on both sides.
Section 36-353(e)(1)c. of the City's Zoning Ordinance allows projecting signs to
extend a maximum of three (3) feet from the face of a building in the River Market
Design Overlay District. Therefore, the applicant is requesting a variance to allow
the projecting sign with a four (4) foot projection from the building fagade.
APRIL 24, 2017
ITEM NO.: 1 (CON'T.) Z -7756-B
Staff is supportive of the proposed variance for the projecting sign. Staff views the
request as reasonable, as the proposed increased projection is very minor in nature,
being only a one (1) foot increase. The proposed sign conforms with all other
ordinance requirements. The sign will not be out of character with other existing
projecting signs in the River Market District. The River Market Design Review
Committee reviewed and approved the proposed projecting sign at its March 14,
2017 meeting. Staff believes the proposed projecting sign will have no adverse
impact on the adjacent properties or general area.
C. Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the requested projecting sign variance, subject to a
franchise permit being obtained for the proposed sign.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
(April 24, 2017)
The applicant was present. There were no objectors present. Staff presented the item
and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the "staff recommendation" above.
There was no further discussion. The item was placed on the consent agenda and
approved as recommended by the vote of 4 ayes, 0 noes and 1 absent.
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ROARK • PERKINS • PERRY - YELVINGTON
713 WEST SECOND STREET
March 28, 2017
• LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS 72201-2287
Mr. Monty Moore
City of Little Rock
Planning and Development Department
723 West Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72201
Dear Monty:
• 501372-0272 FAX 501372-3645
On behalf of AXPM, I am requesting a variance for the sign at 610 President Clinton
Avenue. The sign is for a new coffee shop in the River Market District. Because of the
shape of the sign, we had to increase the size to the point that it exceeds the 3'-0"
maximum projection. We are requesting a 4'-0" projection total of which the sign is
only Y-6" with a 6" wall bracket. We believe it adheres to the goals of the River
Market District and will be a good addition to the District.
As you know, we have worked with the River Market Design Review Committee to
get their approval. The committee passed it with unanimous support of the design.
Thank you for your consideration of our request.
Sincerely,
ROARK-P S-PERRY-YELVINGTON
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River
Market
Design
Review
Committee
Kate East, Chair
Vice -Chair
Adam Bearden, Member
Michael McCallum, Member
Daniel Bryant, Member
Planning and Development • 723 W. Markham • Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 • 501-371-4790 • fax 501-399-3435
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March 14, 2017
Board of Adjustment
723 West Markham
Little Rock, AR 72201
Re: Zeteo Coffee
Chairman and Members,
The River Market DRC met on March 14, 2017 and reviewed the signage at 610 President
Clinton Ave for Zeteo Coffee. The DRC approved the projecting sign as revised. The final vote
was 3 yes, 0 noes, 1 absent and 1 open position.
Thank you,
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Brian Minyard
River Market DRC Staff
APRIL 24, 2017
ITEM NO.: 2
File No.: Z-9212
Owner/Applicant: Lindsey and Judith Boerner
Address: 401 E. Daisy Bates Drive
Description: Southeast corner of E. Daisy Bates Drive and S. Rock Street
Zoned: R -4A
Variance Requested: Variances are requested from the area provisions of Section
36-342.2 and 36-156 to allow a new residence with reduced
rear setback and an accessory garage and pool with
reduced front setback.
Justification: The applicant's justification is presented in an attached letter.
Present Use of Property: Vacant
Proposed Use of Property: Single Family Residential
STAFF REPORT
A. Public Works Issues:
No Comments.
B. Staff Analysis:
The R -4A zoned property at 401 E. Daisy Bates Drive is currently undeveloped. The
property is located at the southeast corner of E. Daisy Bates Drive and S. Rock
Street. The property is comprised of the west half of Lots 1 and 2, Block 54, Original
City of Little Rock. The lots are platted running west to east, with the west property
line (Rock Street frontage) being the front property line. The lot contains no platted
building line or easement.
The applicant proposes to construct a new two-story single family residence on the
site, as noted on the attached site plan. The residence will be located 15 feet back
from the front property line, over 13 feet from the north side property line (E. Daisy
Bates Drive frontage) and 33 feet from the south side property line. The residence
will be located 26 feet back from the rear (east) property line, with exception of a bay
window which will have a rear setback of 24 feet. As part of the project, a detached
garage will be constructed at the southeast corner of the lot. The garage will be
located 44.5 feet back from the front (west) property line and three (3) feet from the
rear (east) and south side property lines. It will be separated from the house by six
(6) feet, with a five (5) foot wide covered walkway to the house. Additionally, a small
APRIL 24, 2017
ITEM NO.: 2 (CON'T.) Z-9212
pool (13 feet by 15 feet) will be constructed in the rear yard area. The pool will be
located 58.5 feet back from the front (west) property line, over four (4) feet from the
rear (east) property line and well over 30 feet from the north and south side property
lines. The garage and pool combined will occupy 28 percent of the required rear
yard area (rear 25 feet of the lot).
Section 36-342.2(d)(3) of the City's Zoning Ordinance requires a minimum rear
setback of 25 feet for principal structures. Section 36-156(a)(2)c. requires a
minimum front setback of 60 feet for accessory structures. Therefore, the applicant
is requesting variances for reduced rear setback for the bay window projection of
the principal structure, and reduced front setbacks for the accessory garage and
pool structures.
Staff is supportive of the requested variances. Staff views the request as
reasonable, as the requested variances are very minor in nature. The main body of
the residence meets the minimum rear setback. Only approximately eight (8) square
feet of the bay window projection extends into the required rear setback area. The
proposed garage and pool also contain minor encroachment issues. The property
has only a 75 foot depth, compared to a typical single family lot depth of 140 to 150
feet. The applicant is locating the garage as far back on the property as possible,
maintaining the required rear setback. Additionally, the garage is a typical two -car
garage size. With respect to the pool, the required front setback is deficient by only
1.5 feet. Therefore, staff believes the proposed house, garage and pool with
reduced setbacks will have no adverse impact on the surrounding properties or the
general area. The Little Rock Historic District Commission reviewed and approved
all proposed construction at its April 10, 2017 meeting.
C. Staff Recommendation.-
Staff
ecommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the requested front and rear setback variances, as
filed.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
(April 24, 2017)
The applicant was present. There were no objectors present. Staff presented the item
and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the "staff recommendation" above.
There was no further discussion. The item was placed on the consent agenda and
approved as recommended by the vote of 4 ayes, 0 noes and 1 absent.
Lindsey Marie & Judith Crystal Boerner
2400 Riverfront Drive, Apt 1223, Little Rock, AR 72202 1 (501)258-1191
March 28, 2017
Little Rock Board of Adjustment
Department of Planning and Development
723 West Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72201
Dear Board Members and Staff:
In 2014, we purchased the lot at the corner of East Daisy L. Gatson Bates Drive and Rock Street.
This lot, and several surrounding it, had all become vacant following the tornado that devastated
downtown on January 21, 1999. We chose this location after a lifetime of being charmed by the
homes in historic Little Rock with the hope to contribute to the revitalization of its neighborhoods.
We are proposing the new construction of one single family home with a detached garage. We have
been working with the staff at Jameson Architects and Tim Hankins Construction to create an
exterior design that incorporates elements which are appropriate and harmonious with the homes
of our historic and contemporary neighbors. We plan to use a combination of reclaimed historic
materials and new sustainable materials to construct the home. Our applications for the
construction of our home will be heard by the Little Rock Historic District Commission on April 10,
2017.
We are requesting approval from the Board of Adjustments for the following items:
1. A detached garage with reduced setback allowance from 60 feet to 44 and 1/2 feet due to
the depth of our lot only being 75 feet.
2. Permission to construct a permanent, above ground pool.
3. A bay window that encroaches on the rear yard setback by less than 1 foot.
We look forward to discussing our proposal and application with the commission.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Lindsey M. Boerner Judith C. Boerner
APRIL 24, 2017
ITEM NO.: 3
File No.: Z-9213
Owner: Little Rock Technology Park Authority
Applicant: Brent Birch
Address: 417 Main Street
Description: East side of Main Street, between E. 4t" Street and E. Capitol
Avenue
Zoned: UU
Variance Requested: A variance is requested from the use provisions of Section 36-
342.1 to allow an area of outdoor dining in the public right-of-
way.
Justification: The applicant's justification is presented in an attached letter.
Present Use of Property: Little Rock Tech Park
Proposed Use of Property: Little Rock Tech Park with outdoor seating area for
Coffee shop
STAFF REPORT
A. Public Works Issues:
• The outside seating area within the City right-of-way must obtain a franchise
permit. Contact Bennie Nicolo at 501-371-4818 for additional information.
B. Staff Analysis:
The UU zoned property at 417 Main Street is occupied by a five (5) story
commercial building which houses the Little Rock Tech Park. The property is
located on the east side of Main street, mid -block between E. 4t" Street and E.
Capitol Avenue. The building backs up to a paved alley along the east (rear)
property line.
As part of the Little Rock Tech Park development, a coffee shop is proposed for the
first floor of the 417 Main Street building. The applicant is proposing a small area of
outdoor seating for the coffee shop use. The outdoor seating area will be located
on the sidewalk area, between the building and Main Street. The seating area will
contain tables and chairs, with no railing or raised concrete area. The outdoor
seating area will be used from 6:45 a.m. to 7:15 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
The proposed seating area will be located five (5) feet back from the existing planter
and seven (7) feet back from the existing trees and light poles within the Main Street
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ITEM NO.:_ 3 (CON'T.) Z-9213
right-of-way. The proposed tables and chairs will be stored inside the building after
operating hours.
Section 36-342.1(d)(1)a.1. of the City's Zoning Ordinance allows outdoor
seating/dining areas in the UU zoning district, but require that seating areas not be
located in the public right-of-way. Therefore, the applicant is requesting a variance
form this ordinance standard to allow the area of outdoor seating to be located
within the Main Street right-of-way.
Staff is supportive of the requested variance to allow outdoor seating in the Main
Street right-of-way. Staff views the request as reasonable. The proposed area of
outdoor dining will not be out of character with other outdoor dining/seating areas
throughout the UU zoning district and along Main Street. Areas of outdoor dining
within the right-of-way are located in the 300 block of Main Street for Bruno's Little
Italy and Samantha's Tap Room. This proposed outdoor dining/seating area will
not utilize a raised concrete pad or railing. Adequate separation will exist between
the outdoor seating area and existing features such as planters, trees and light
poles along the sidewalk area. Staff believes the proposed area of outdoor seating
will have no adverse impact on the surrounding properties.
C. Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the variance to allow an area of outdoor
dining/seating within the right-of-way, subject to compliance with the Public Works
requirement as noted in paragraph A. of the staff report.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
(April 24, 2017)
The applicant was present. There were no objectors present. Staff presented the item
and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the "staff recommendation" above.
There was no further discussion. The item was placed on the consent agenda and
approved as recommended by the vote of 4 ayes, 0 noes and 1 absent.
March 17, 2017
Mr. Dana Carney
City of Little Rock
Planning and Development Department
723 West Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72201
Mr. Carney,
The Little Rock Technology Park is seeking a zoning variance for the new facility
located at 417 Main Street. The variance pertains to Section 36, Provision 342.1(d)
that would allow the retail coffee shop within the LR Tech Park to have patio seating
in front of the facility. The furniture would be setup each morning and stored inside
each evening.
Please find the required documentation attached and let me know if you have any
questions or additional needs prior to the meeting.
Thank you for the consideration.
Brent Birch
Executive Director
PO BOX 3836 1 LITTLE ROCK, AR 72203 1 WWW.LRTECHPARK.COM
APRIL 24, 2017
ITEM NO.: 4
File No.: Z-9214
Owner: Wildwood Partners, LLC
Applicant: Thomas Pownall
Address: 107-215 Summershade Loop
Description: Lots 1-5, Block 6, Wildwood Ridge Addition
Zoned: R-2
Variance Requested: A variance is requested from the fence provisions of Section
36-516 to allow a fence which exceeds the maximum height
allowed.
Justification: The applicant's justification is presented in an attached letter.
Present Use of Property: Single Family Residential
Proposed Use of Property: Single Family Residential
STAFF REPORT
A. Public Works Issues:
No Comments.
B. Staff Analvsis:
The R-2 zoned property at 107 thru 215 Summershade Loop is comprised of five (5)
single family residential lots (Lots 1-5, Block 6, Wildwood Ridge Addition). The lots
front on Summershade Loop and back up to Gordon Road, south of Chenal Valley
Drive. The lots run east to west, with 20 foot front and rear platted building lines.
Lots 1 and 5 have 15 foot side building lines adjacent to the north and south side
street frontages. A single family residence is currently under construction by the
developer on Lot 2, with the other lots being vacant.
The applicant proposes to construct six (6) foot high wood fencing to enclose the
rear and side yards of the lots, as noted on the attached site plan. The six (6) foot
high fencing will run along the rear (west) property line of the lots and ten (10) feet
inside the north property line of Lot 1 and the south property line of Lot 5. Six (6)
foot high fencing will also be located along the side property lines separating the
lots.
APRIL 24, 2017
ITEM NO.: 4 (CON'T.) Z-9214
Section 36-516(e)(1)a. of the City's Zoning Ordinance allows a maximum fence
height of four (4) feet for fences located between building setback lines and street
rights-of-way on single family lots. Six (6) foot high fences are allowed elsewhere
on the lots. Therefore, the applicant is requesting a variance to allow the six (6) foot
high fencing to be located between the rear building setbacks and the Gordon Road
right-of-way for Lots 1 thru 5, and between the side building setbacks and the
Summershade Loop right-of-way for Lots 1 and 5.
Staff is supportive of the requested fence height variance. Staff views the request
as reasonable. The proposed fencing is standard six (6) foot high wood privacy
fencing to enclose the rear yard areas of Lots 1 thru 5, Block 6, Wildwood Ridge
Addition. The lots are "double frontage" lots, backing up to Gordon Road. The
fencing will be angled at the northwest corner of Lot 1 and the southwest corner of
Lot 5 in order to provide adequate sight -distance at the intersections. Public Works
has reviewed and approved the proposed fence placement. Staff believes the
proposed six (6) foot high wood fencing will have no adverse impact on the adjacent
lots or the general area.
C. Staff Recommendation.-
Staff
ecommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the requested fence height variance, as filed.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
(April 24, 2017)
The applicant was present. There were no objectors present. Staff presented the item
and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the "staff recommendation" above.
There was no further discussion. The item was placed on the consent agenda and
approved as recommended by the vote of 4 ayes, 0 noes and 1 absent.
THOMAS ENGINEERING COMPANY
civil engineers lanai surveyors
3810 LOOKOUT RD NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR 72116 (501)753-4463 FAX (501)753-6814
NATIONAL SOCIETY OF PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS
March 28, 2017
Mr. Monte Moore
Zoning & Code Enforcement Administrator
City of Little Rock Planning Department
723 West Markham
Little Rock, AR 72201
RE: Zoning Variance Application
Block 6, Wildwood Ridge Addition
Dear Mr. Moore:
Please accept this letter to serve as our application for the above referenced submittal. We
wish to be placed on the April 24th, 2017 Board of Adjustment meeting agenda.
The developer of Wildwood Ridge is requesting to increase the height of wooden privacy fences
within Block 6 from four feet to six feet along the rear and side lot lines as shown on the
attached drawing. All homes constructed within Block 6 will be facing east, making the back
yards of the lots on the west side. The unusual lot configuration of Block 6 does not allow the
typical placement of the six foot fence to be constructed on the rear lot line, but rather on the
rear setback line. We are asking to construct the six foot fence as shown on the attached
drawing, which is more typical of a residential lot.
If you have any questions, please give me a call.
Sincerely,
Thomas R. Pownall, P.E.
Project Engineer
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT VOTE RECORD
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TIME IN AND TIME OUT
ALLISON, FRANK
LINDSEY POLK, CAROLYN
SMITH, CHRISTOPHER
TUCKER, ROBERT
YATES, JEFFs
AYE ® NAYE ABSENT ABSTAIN Meeting Adjourned ) � �
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APRIL 24, 2017
There being no further business before the Board, the meeting was adjourned at 2:43
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