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pc_05 11 2017 LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION PLANNING – REZONING – CONDITIONAL USE HEARING MINUTE RECORD MAY 11, 2017 4:00 P.M. I. Roll Call and Finding of a Quorum A Quorum was present being eight (8) in number. II. Members Present: Craig Berry Alan Bubbus Buelah Bynum Keith Cox Janet Dillon Scott Hamilton Troy Laha Bill May Members Absent: Rebecca Finney Paul Latture Robert Stebbins City Attorney: Shawn Overton III. Approval of the Minutes of the March 30, 2017 Meeting of the Little Rock Planning Commission. The Minutes were approved as presented. LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION PLANNING – REZONING – CONDITIONAL USE HEARING MAY 11, 2017 4:00 P.M. I. OLD BUSINESS: Item Number: File Number: Title: A. G-23-465 Plat and Right-of-way Abandonments, Generally south of I-440 and east and north of Springer Blvd. A.1 LU-17-24-01 A Land Use Plan Amendment in the College ST/Sweet Home Planning District from Residential Low (RL) to Park and Open Space (PK/OS), NW of E. 38th/W. Line Streets intersection and from Industrial (I) to Mining (M), along the east side of State Highway 365 at King Road. A.2 Z-9202 Rezoning from R-2, R-3 and OS to OS and M Generally south of I-440 and east and north of Springer Blvd. B. Z-9199 Stanley Phillips Duplexes – Conditional Use Permit NW corner of W. 40th and Gilman Streets. II. NEW BUSINESS: Item Number: File Number: Title: 1. Z-7311-B Carver Elementary School Parking Lot – Conditional Use Permit 2100 East 6th Street 2. Z-8629-C 102 S. Rodney Parham Mini-Warehouse – Revised Conditional Use Permit 102 S. Rodney Parham Road Agenda, Page Two II. NEW BUSINESS: (CONTINUED) Item Number: File Number: Title: 3. Z-8757-A St. Luke United Methodist Church Daycare – Conditional Use Permit 6401 West 32nd Street 4. Z-9215 Bountiful Blessings Fellowship Church – Extension Conditional Use Permit 4415 West 29th Street May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: A FILE NO.: G-23-465 Name: Plat and Right-of-Way Abandonments Location: Generally south of Interstate 440, and east and north of Springer Blvd. Owner/Applicant: 3M Company/Margaret A Johnston Request: To abandon existing platted lots and rights-of-way within areas of existing and proposed mining and open space zoning, within The Chamber of Commerce Addition, Granite Park Addition and Frisby Addition. Purpose: For use as open space buffer areas and stone quarry operations. REQUEST: 3M Company, property owner/abutting property owner, requests to abandon parts of The Chamber of Commerce Addition, Granite Park Addition and Frisby Addition to include lots and rights-of-way. The general description is as follows: All lots, streets, alleys, rights-of-way and easements in: (i) the Chamber of Commerce Addition of the City of Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas; (ii) the Granite Park Addition to Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas, not already vacated and lying to the east of westernmost right of way of Alabama Street except for those alleys, streets and easements abutting or traversing Lots 10, 9, 8 and 7 of Block 41, Lots 1, 2, 3, 10, 11 and 12 of Block 30; and Lots 4, 5 and 6 of Block 25, and those streets abutting Lots 6 and 7 of Block 24; and (iii) that part of the Frisby Addition to Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas, not already vacated except for those alleys, streets and easements abutting or traversing Blocks 5, 7 and 8 and all of West Line Street. The areas are more specifically described as follows: Chamber of Commerce Addition: The following described property in Section 13, Township 1 North, Range 12 West and Section 18, Township 1 North, Range 11 West and being the property platted as Chamber of Commerce Addition to the City of Little Rock, Pulaski County Arkansas: 1. The NE ¼ of the SE ¼ Section 13, Township 1 North, Range 12 West May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: A (Cont.) FILE NO.: G-23-465 2 2. Part of the NW ¼, SW ¼, Section 18, Township 1 North, Range 11 West The particular streets and alleys being vacated are: All of the streets, alleys and utility easements included in the plat including but not limited to: 35th Street, Lenwood Avenue, Hollenberg Avenue, Kavanaugh Avenue, Reyburn Avenue, Arnold Avenue and Price Avenue. Granite Park Addition: The following described property in Section 13, Township 1 North, Range 12 West and being part of the property platted as the Granite Park Addition to Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas: 1. Part of the NW ¼ South of Fourche, Section 13, Township 1 North, Range 12 West 2. Part of the SW ¼ South of Fourche, Section 13, Township 1 North, Range 12 West 3. The West ½ of the SE ¼, Section 13, Township 1 North, Range 12 West The particular streets and alleys being vacated (to the extent not already vacated) are: All of Maryland Avenue (also known as Maryland Street), Michigan Avenue (also known as Michigan Street), Pennsylvania Avenue, Ohio Avenue and Kentucky Avenue; all of 34th Street, 35th Street, 36th Street, 37th Street, 39th Street, and 40th Street from the western right-of-way of Alabama Street to the eastern boundary of the plat; all of the alleys and utility easements adjacent to or contained in Blocks 0 to 2, 9 to 16, 23, 24, 26 to 29, 39, 40, 46 to 82; all of 38th Street from the western boundary of Lot 7 of Block 25 to the eastern boundary of the plat; all of 41st Street from the western boundary of Block 48 to the eastern boundary of the plat; all of Tennessee Avenue from the northern boundary of the plat to the northern boundary of Lot 4 of Block 25 and from the northern boundary of Block 28 to the southern boundary of the plat; all of Mississippi Avenue from the northern boundary of the plat to the southern boundary of Block 24 and from the northern boundary of Block 29 to the northern boundary of Lot 10, Block 41; all of Alabama Avenue from the northern boundary of the plat to the southern boundary of Block 23 and from the northern boundary of Lot 4, Block 30 to the southern boundary of Block 41; and all of the alleys and easements adjacent to or contained in Lots 1 to 6, 11 and 12, Block 41, Lots 4 to 9, Block 30 and Lots 1 to 3 and 7 to 12, Block 25. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: A (Cont.) FILE NO.: G-23-465 3 Frisby Addition: The following described property in Section 18, Township 1 North, Range 11 West and being part of the property platted as Frisby Addition to Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas: 1. Part of the SW ¼ of the SW ¼ Section 18, Township 1 North, Range 11 West 2. Part of the NW ¼, SW ¼, Section 18, Township 1 North, Range 11 West The particular streets and alleys being vacated (to the extent not already vacated) are: All of 38th Street, also known as East 37th Street; all of 39th Street, also known as East 38th Street from the west boundary of the plat to the east boundary of Block 3; all of Little Rock Avenue from the south boundary of Block 4 to the north boundary of the plat; and all alleys and utility easements adjacent to or contained in Blocks 1 to 4 and Block 6. STAFF REVIEW : A. Public Need for this Right-of-Way: As noted in paragraph G., none of the utility companies object to the requested abandonments. Utility easements will be retained as noted. Public Works has reviewed the abandonment request and has no comments: B. Master Street Plan: There are no Master Street Plan issues associated with the requested abandonments, as the rights-of-way are not classified as collector streets or higher. C. Characteristics of Right-of-Way Terrain: The plat and right-of-way areas proposed for abandonment are currently undeveloped. The areas are mostly wooded. D. Development Potential: After abandonment, the areas of abandonment will be incorporated into the existing stone quarry operation or used as open space buffer areas. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: A (Cont.) FILE NO.: G-23-465 4 E. Neighborhood and Land Use Effect: All of the property (plats and rights-of-way) proposed for abandonment is within existing and proposed zoned areas owned by 3M Company, which have been designated for the expansion of the existing mining operation and open space buffer areas for a number of years. F. Neighborhood Position: All of the abutting properties are owned by 3M Company. The College Station Neighborhood Association was notified of the abandonment r equest. G. Effect on Public Services or Utilities: Little Rock Wastewater: There are existing sewer mains in the affected abandonment area. The mains located near E. 38th Street and W. Line Street are public mains currently in service, for which sanitary sewer easements must be retained. Due to the depth of the lines, a 15 foot easement width is needed. The lines running from near 3M Road west toward Springer Blvd. are private lines, which must remain in service, but for which no easements are required. These lines are believed to be owned by 3M. Entergy: Entergy has existing power lines in at least part of the area for proposed abandonment. Entergy will need to retain its easements (30 feet – 15 feet from center of pole) and 24 hour, vehicular acces s to its existing facilities for maintenance reasons. Centerpoint Energy: Centerpoint energy owns and operates existing natural gas facilities contained within an easement granted from Minnesoto Mining & Manufacturing to Arkansas Louisiana Gas Company (Book 324, Page 557; 08/01/1946). This easement is contained within parcel number 34L2330005800. We are working on a replacement project for the aforementioned facilities in 2017. We propose it be in both parties interest to replace the existing easement agreement with a new one during our planned facility replacement in 2017. In regards to the remaining portions of aforementioned addition abandonments; Centerpoint Energy gives consent to abandon. “Centerpoint Energy (CNP) has active facilities within the proposed plat abandonments requested on File # G-23-465. However, CNP has been in contact with 3M Company in regards to acquiring new dedicated easements for active CNP facilities within this area.” May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: A (Cont.) FILE NO.: G-23-465 5 AT&T: AT&T is in agreement with the proposed abandonment of the subject property under the following conditions. Any and all easements both written or unwritten shall remain in place, unaltered. Where an easement width is not specified it shall be ten (10) feet in width unless otherwise specified. Central Arkansas Water: No objection to proposed abandonments. Rock Region METRO: a) Location is not currently served by METRO but remains part of our long range plans as industrial jobs expand. We have no objections to the abandonment of the residential street network in the original plat. H. Reversionary Rights: According to an abstract company, the subject plats contained no reversionary clauses. I. Public Welfare and Safety Issues: Abandoning these plats and rights-of-way will have no adverse impact on the public welfare and safety. The Little Rock Fire Department has reviewed and approved the abandonment request, with the following comment: Fire Hydrants. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders. Locate Fire Hydrants as per Appendix C of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code. Section C101 – C105, in conjunction with Central Arkansas Water (Daniel Tull 501-377-1245) and the Little Rock Fire Marshal’s Office (Capt. Tony Rhodes 501-918-3757 or Capt. John Hogue 501-918-3754). Number and Distribution of Fire Hydrants as per Table C105.1. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (MARCH 8, 2017) Margaret Johnston was present, representing the application. Staff presented the proposed abandonment request. Staff noted that according to an abstract company, no reversionary clauses were found of record. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: A (Cont.) FILE NO.: G-23-465 6 The utility and fire department comments were briefly discussed. Staff noted that there were no outstanding issues. After the discussion, the Committee forwarded the application to the full Commission for resolution. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the plat and right-of-way abandonments for The Chamber of Commerce Addition, Granite Park Addition and Frisby Addition, subject to easements being retained as noted in paragraph G. of the staff report. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (MARCH 30, 2017) Staff informed the Commission that on March 28, 2017 the applicant submitted a letter requesting this application be deferred to the May 11, 2017 agenda. Staff supported the deferred request. Meg Johnston, representing the application, made a brief statement, noting that the deferral was requested in order to hold a meeting with neighborhood residents regarding the proposal. With a vote of 11 ayes, 0 nays and 0 absent the Commission voted to waive their bylaws and accept the request for deferral being less than five (5) business days prior to the public hearing. The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and deferred to the May 11, 2017 meeting by a vote of 11 ayes, 0 nays and 0 absent. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (MAY 11, 2017) Meg Johnston, Jordan Johnson and Scott Foster were present, representing the application. Staff presented the application with a recommendation of approval. This item was discussed simultaneously with items LU17-24-01 and Z-9202. A motion was made to approve the application as recommended by staff. The motion passed by a vote of 8 ayes, 0 nays and 3 absent. The application was approved. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: A.1 FILE NO.: LU17-24-01 Name: Land Use Plan Amendment – College St/Sweet Home Planning District Location: 1- NW of E. 38th/ W. Line Streets Intersection 2 - East Side of State Highway 365 at King Road Request: 1- Residential Low (RL) to Park/Open Spaces (PK/OS) and 2- Industrial (I) to Mining (M) Source: Margaret A. Johnston, 3M Company PROPOSAL / REQUEST: Two Land Use Plan amendments in the College St/Sweet Home Planning District from Residential Low (RL) to Park and Open Space (PK/OS) and Industrial (I) to Mining (M). PK/OS parks and open spaces category includes all public parks, recreation facilities, greenbelts, flood plains, and other designated open space and recreational land. The applicant is requesting to amend the Land Use Plan from RL to PK/OS in conjunction with the rezoning of the property from Single Family (R-3) to Open Space (OS) to the NW of E. 38 th / W. Line Street intersection to expand their green buffer zone. The M Mining category provides for the extraction of various natural resources such as bauxite, sand, grave l, limestone, granite or other. Mining uses will include assurances that these resources be properly managed so as not to create a hazard, nuisance or the disfigurement or pollution of the land. The applicant is requesting to amend the Land Use Plan from I to M to expand their mining uses to the south along the east side of State Highway 365 at King Road. EXISTING LAND USE AND ZONING: The area 1 is currently zoned as M (Mining), OS (Open Space), and R -3 (Single Family) and is 3 acres ± in size. North of the property is 3M Company’s M zoned property. The south and east of the property is zoned as R -3 and there are single-family building parcels and vacant parcels owned by both 3M Company and other property owners. To the west of the property is zoned as R -3 and M and owned by 3M Company. The area 2 is currently zoned as M (Mining) and approximately 65 acres in size. North of the property is 3M Company’s M zoned property. The south, east, and west of the property is not zoned and generally vacant land and beyond Little Rock city limits. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: A.1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: LU17-24-01 2 FUTURE LAND USE PLAN AND RECENT AMENDMENTS: The area 1 is currently shown as Residential Low (RL) on the Land Use Plan and currently wooded land. North and west of the property is PK/OS as a buffer zone between the Mining use to the north and west, and RL is south of this PK/OS use. South and east of the area are shown as RL and mostly vacant lots owned both by 3M Company and private property owners. The area 2 is currently shown as Industrial (I) on the Land Use Plan and currently vacant. North of the property is shown as Mining and being used for 3M Company’s mining activities, west of the property is shown as Industrial (I) along Highway 365 till 3M Cutoff Road at the north and till Pye Road at the south. South of the area is shown as Industry (I) on the Land Use Plan, but is mostly vacant and owned by 3M Company. East of the area is shown as Agricultural (AG) and owned by various owners. There has not been any Land Use Plan change made in the vicinity since 2001. MASTER STREET PLAN: To the south of area 1 is E. 38 Street to the east is W. Line Street and they are shown as a Local Streets on the plan. The primary function of a Local Street is to provide access to adjacent properties. Local Streets which are a butted by non-residential zoning/use or more intensive zoning than duplexes are considered as “Commercial Streets”. These streets have a design standard the same as a Collector. To the west of the area 2 is Highway 365 S. and it is shown as Minor Arterial on the plan. A Minor Arterial provides connections to and through an urban area and their primary function is to provide short distance travel within the urbanized area. Entrances and exits should be limited to minimize negative effects of traffic and pedestrians on Highway 365 S. since it is a Minor Arterial. These streets may require dedication of right -of-way and may require street improvements for entrances and exits to the site. BICYCLE PLAN: There are no bike routes shown in the immediate vicinity. PARKS: There are no parks shown in the immediate vicinity. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: A.1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: LU17-24-01 3 HISTORIC DISTRICTS: There are no historic districts shown in the immediate vicinity. ANALYSIS: There are two areas requested for Land Use Plan amendments for this file. One is at the northwest of E. 38th/ W. Line Streets Intersection, and the other one is along east side of State Highway 365 at King Road. Area 1 is currently shown as Residential Low (RL) on Land Use plan and consists of vacant lots belonging to 3M Company. The request for the area is expanding the PK/OS use between Mining to the north and Residential Low use to the south of the area, along the north side of E. 38th Road between W. Line Street and the current PK/OS border. This request is to create a bigger green buff er zone between residential and current mining uses of the company. The area is along the eastern edge of the College Station neighborhood. The Area 2 is shown as industrial (I) in Land Use Plan and currently vacant. The request for this area is amending it from Industrial to Mining in order to expand the company’s mining uses to the south. There is no residential use in the immediate vicinity. In addition, 3M Company and other mining operations have been and continued to acquire property in vicinity for future mining operations. This south area is surrounded with mining use to the north, industry to the west and south, agricultural use to the east. These lands are not zoned and there is no land use control in this vicinity outside the city limits. The change would not impact the current uses since the change is similar to those in place. The general vicinity is dominantly occupied by mining and industrial uses. The closest residential areas to the both amendment request areas are in Granite Mountain and College Station neighborhoods. To the south near the E. Dixon and Dan Thomas Roads Intersection there is a large residential area to the east of Interstate 530. This area should not be affected from these changes since it is half a mile away from the closest requested amendment at King Road. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: Notices were sent to the following neighborhood associations: College Station Neighborhood Association. Staff has received no comments from area residents. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff believes the change is appropriate. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: A.1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: LU17-24-01 4 PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (MARCH 30, 2017) The applicant requested that this item be deferred on March 28, 2017. The item was placed on the consent agenda for deferral to the May 11, 2017 hearing. By a vote of 11 for, 0 against the consent agenda was approved. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (MAY 11, 2017) Walter Malone, Planning Staff presented the two changes to the Plan. The first is northwest of the 38th Street – West Line intersection. It is to Park Open Space from Residential Low Density. This area is returning to a wooded condition after the structures were removed. There are homes to the east and south of the change area. 3M Company is the owner of this land as well as the land in the second change area. The second area was annexed to the City and zoned to ’M’ - Mining, earlier this year. To the north of the area the land is shown as Mining and zoned Mining (within the City). To the east, west, and south are areas outside the City and not zoned. The land is agricultural to the east and generally mining or industrial to the east and south. Mining operations have been acquiring and removing structures on lands to the southwest of this site. Staff is supportive of the changes to the Land Use Plan. This item was read with items ‘A’ and ‘A.2’. The applicant and speakers commends were generally about the zoning item and concerns about future development plans on the site, maintenance of the properties , and dust (air quality) issues. See items ‘A’ and ‘A.2’, for a complete minute record of the combined items. A motion was made to approve the application as filed with Staff recommendations. By a vote of 8 for, 0 against and 3 absent the motion was approved. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: A.2 FILE NO.: Z-9202 Owner: 3M Company Applicant: Margaret A. Johnston Location: Generally south of Interstate 440, and east and north of Springer Blvd. Area: 30.63 acres – proposed OS zoning 69.15 acres – proposed M zoning Request: Rezone from R-2, R-3 and OS to OS and M Purpose: For use as open space buffer areas and future expansion of stone quarry facility Existing Use: Undeveloped SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING North – Mixed industrial uses and airport (north of I-440); zoned R-2, I-2 and I-3 South – Single family residences and mixed uses; zoned R-2, R-4 and PCD East – Single family residences and vacant lots; zoned R-3 West – Single family residences, undeveloped property and a park; zoned R-2 and PR A. PUBLIC WORKS COMMENTS: 1. If the subject property being rezoned is adjacent to Springer Blvd. (classified on the Master Street Plan as a minor arterial), a dedication of right -of-way 45 feet from centerline will be required. 2. In accordance with Section 31-176, floodway areas must be shown as floodway easements or be dedicated to the public. In addition, a 25 foot wide drainage and access easement is required adjacent to the floodway boundary. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: A.2 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9202 2 B. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT: The site is not located on a Rock Region Metro bus route. Route #6 (Granite Mountain Route) runs along Springer Blvd. to the west and Route #19 (Hensley Express Route) runs along Springer Blvd. to the west and south. C. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION: All owners of property located within 200 feet of the site and the College Station Neighborhood Association were notified of the public hearing. D. LAND USE ELEMENT: Planning Division: This request is located in College Station/Sweet Home Planning District. The Land Use Plan shows Park/Open Space (PK/OS) or Mining (M) for the seven areas requesting zoning changes. The Park/Open Space category includes all public parks, recreation facilities, greenbelts, flood plains, and other designated open space and recreational land. The mining category provides for the extraction of various natural resources such as bauxite, sand, gravel, limestone, granite or other. Mining uses will include assurances that these resources be properly managed so as not to create a hazard, nuisance or the disfigurement or pollution of the land. The applicant has applied for a rezoning for seven change areas from R-2 and R-3 (Single Family District) to OS (Open Space District), and R-2, R-3 (Single Family Districts) and OS (Open Space District) to M (Mining District). Master Street Plan: South of the properties is Springer Street and it is shown as a Minor Arterial on the Master Street Plan. North of the properties is I-440 and it is a Freeway on the Master Street Plan. Freeways are regional and national routes with controlled access a Minor Arterial provides connections to and through an urban area and their primary function is to provide short distance travel within the urbanized area. Entrances and exits should be limited to minimize negative effects of traffic and pedestrians on Springer Street sinc e it is a Minor Arterial. These streets may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements for entrances and exits to the site. Bicycle Plan: A Class II Bike Plan is shown along Springer Street. Bike Lanes provide a portion of the pavement for the sole use of bicycles. A Class I Bike Path is shown along Fourche Creek. A Bike Path is to be a paved path physically separate for the use of bicycles. Additional right-of-way or an easement is recommended. Nine-foot paths are recommended to allow for pedestrian use as well (shared path). May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: A.2 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9202 3 E. STAFF ANALYSIS: 3M Company, owner of several hundred acres of property located generally south of Interstate 440, and east and north of Springer Blvd., is requesting to rezone 30.63 acres from “R-2” and “R-3” Single Family Districts to “OS” Open Space District and 69.15 acres from R-2, R-3 and OS to “M” Mining District. The rezoning is proposed to allow future expansion of the existing stone quarry operation and to provide open space buffer areas between the mining operation and nearby residential areas and a floodway area (Fourche Creek). The proposed zoning is divided into seven (7) areas as follows: Tract 1 6.56 acres R-3 to OS Tract 2 3.80 acres R-3 to OS Tract 3 3.41 acres R-3 to OS Tract 4 1.61 acres OS to M Tract 5 67.54 acres R-2 and R-3 to M Tract 6 4.59 acres R-2 to OS Tract 7 12.27 acres R-3 to OS All of the areas proposed for rezoning are currently undeveloped. Most of the areas are tree covered. Properties west of the proposed areas of rezoning are occupied by single family residences, a small park and undeveloped property. Fourche Creek and a railroad right-of-way are located along the north boundary of the overall property. Single family residences, vacant lots and undeveloped property are located to the east. Single family residences and a few mixed uses are located along Springer Blvd. to the south. The 3M administrative offices and processing plant are located within the southeast portion of the overall property owned by 3M. The City’s Future Land Use Plan designates the areas proposed for rezoning as Park/Open Space (PK/OS) and Mining (M). The requested OS and M zonings do not require an amendment to the plan. Staff is supportive of the requested rezoning. Staff views the request as reasonable. The areas proposed for Mining (M) zoning have been part of the overall 3M Company ownership, and planned for expansion of the existing stone quarry operation for a number of years. The five (5) areas proposed for Open Space (OS) zoning are located between existing and proposed areas of M zoning and single family areas and Fourche Creek. The OS zoned areas are proposed to protect the residential areas from noise, dust, etc. generated by the mining operation, and to protect the integrity of Fourche Creek. Staff feels that the May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: A.2 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9202 4 proposed M zoning is an appropriate continuation of the zoning pattern for this area. Staff believes that with the 30.63 acres of OS zoning proposed, the overall zoning will have a minimal impact on the surround areas. F. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested OS and M rezoning. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (MARCH 30, 2017) Staff informed the Commission that on March 28, 2017 the applicant submitted a le tter requesting this application be deferred to the May 11, 2017 agenda. Staff supported the deferred request. Meg Johnston, representing the application, made a brief statement, noting that the deferral was requested in order to hold a meeting with neig hborhood residents regarding the proposal. With a vote of 11 ayes, 0 nays and 0 absent the Commission voted to waive their bylaws and accept the request for deferral being less than five (5) business days prior to the public hearing. The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and deferred to the May 11, 2017 meeting by a vote of 11 ayes, 0 nays and 0 absent. STAFF UPDATE: The applicant submitted a letter to staff on April 26, 2017 amending the rezoning application. The applicant has noted that “Tract 4” (OS to M) 1.61 acres will be removed from the application and will not be considered for rezoning. Staff continues to support the rezoning application as amended. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (MAY 11, 2017) Meg Johnston, Jordan Johnson and Scott Foster were present, representing the application. There were four (4) objectors present. Staff presented the item with a recommendation of approval, noting that the application had been revised to re move “Tract 4” (1.61 acres of proposed M zoning) from the application. Meg Johnston addressed the Commission in support of the application. She described the proposed rezonings. She stated that 3M had no immediate plans for mining operations within the subject property. She noted that the application had be en revised based on working with the neighborhood association. She also noted that all surrounding property owners were notified as required and that a community meeting was held on April 25, 2017. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: A.2 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9202 5 Jordan Johnson also spoke in support of the application. He explained that 3M had been working with the community to resolve issues relating to dust, noise, weed lots, etc. Christopher King addressed the Commission in opposition. He expressed concern with the condition of some of the 3M owned property near his house. Cloria Dozier noted concerns with the future use of the subject property. She stated that she needed a clear idea of the future plans for the property. She also expressed concern with issues relating to dust, etc. Terry Gray also addressed the Commission with concerns. He noted past problems with dust generated by the 3M facility. He also expressed concerns with high grass and weeds. Austin Porter, Jr. also addressed the Commission. He noted that he was President of the College Station Progressive League and that he had worked with 3M on revising the application. Jordan Johnson explained that 3M would be accountable for the issues raised such as dust, noise, high grass, etc. He noted that 3M would work more closely with the College Station Progressive League in the future. Commissioner Dillon asked about the future use of the subject property. Ms. Johnston noted that none of the property proposed for rezoning would be used for mining in the near future. She noted that the rezoning was requested to bring the 3M owned property into compliance with the City’s future land use plan. Commissioner May asked about the upkeep of the 3M owned property. Ms. Johnston noted that 3M would work out a procedure to upkeep their property. This issue was further discussed. The City’s enforcement powers regarding high grass, etc. was discussed. There was a motion to approve the requested rezonings, as amended by the applicant. The motion passed by a vote of 8 ayes, 0 nays and 3 absent. The applicatio n was approved. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: B FILE NO.: Z-9199 NAME: Stanley Phillips Duplexes – Conditional Use Permit LOCATION: NW corner of West 40th and Gilman Streets OWNER/APPLICANT: Martha L. Hopkins/Stanley Phillips PROPOSAL: A conditional use permit is requested to allow the construction of two duplex residential structures (4 units total) on these four, R-3 zoned lots. The four lots are to be replatted into two lots. 1. SITE LOCATION: The site is located at the NW corner of West 40th and Gilman Streets, in the John Barrow neighborhood. 2. COMPATIBILITY WITH NEIGHBORHOOD: The property is located in a single family neighborhood containing a variety of single family housing types. A city park is located one block to the north. A PCD zoned mixed use development is located one block to the east. The subject property consists of four (4) lots which the applicant proposes to replat into two (2) lots with one duplex structure on each lot. The resulting density will be the same as currently exists. The proposed duplexes should be compatible with the neighborhood. Notice of the public hearing was sent to the John Barrow Neighborhood Association and all owners of properties located within 200 feet of the site. 3. ON SITE DRIVES AND PARKING: Each duplex dwelling unit requires 1.5 parking spaces for a total of 6 required spaces. The applicant is proposing to place a paved parking lot containing 6 parking spaces behind the southern duplex, with access off of West 40th Street. This was done at the suggestion of the neighborhood, so as to present a more pleasing front yard appearance without multiple driveways. The proposed replat and bill of assurance must include provisions specifically addressing the parking arrangement and each parking spaces must be identified by unit number; either by pavement marking or other signage. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: B (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9199 2 4. SCREENING AND BUFFERS: No comments on this duplex residential use. 5. PUBLIC WORKS: 1. Gilman Street is classified on the Master Street Plan as a residential street. A dedication of right-of-way 25 feet from centerline will be required. 2. 40th Street is classified on the Master Street Plan as a residential street. A dedication of right-of-way 25 feet from centerline will be required. 3. A 20 feet radial dedication of right-of-way is required at the intersection of Gilman Street and 40th Street. 6. UTILITY, FIRE DEPT. AND CATA COMMENTS: Little Rock Wastewater: Sewer Available to this site. Separate service required for each building (2 units per building). Entergy: Entergy does not object to this proposal. A single phase, overhead power line exists along the south side of 40 th Street at this proposed building location. There do not appear to be any conflicts with existing facilities at this location. Contact Entergy in advance regarding future service requirements to the structures and future facilities locations as this project proceeds. Centerpoint Energy: No comments received. AT&T: No comments received. Central Arkansas Water: No objection Fire Department: Fire Hydrants Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: B (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9199 3 Building Codes: Note: Duplexes to be separated by 1 hr. construction. County Planning: No comments Rock Region METRO: a) Location is currently served by METRO on Route 14 - Rosedale. We have no objections to the redevelopment of housing lots in this neighborhood. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (MARCH 8, 2017) The applicant and his architect were present. Staff presented the item and commented on a few points. Staff noted the shared parking and stated the proposed replat and bill of assurance must include provisions specifically addressing the parking arrangement. Staff stated each parking space must be specifically identified by unit number; either by pavement marking or other signage. Staff stated the site plan needed to be corrected to properly identify the existing and proposed lot lines and the proposed duplexes should be relocated to provide a twenty-five (25) foot front yard setback. In response to a question from staff, the applicant stated each unit would have three (3) bedrooms. Public Works comments were noted and discussed. The comments from other reviewing agencies were noted. The applicant was advised to submit responses to staff issues by March 15, 2017. The Committee determined there were no other issues and forwarded the item to the full Commission. STAFF ANALYSIS: The applicant is requesting approval of a conditional use permit to allow for the construction of two duplex residential structures (4 units total) on the R-3 zoned property located at the northwest corner of West 40 th and Gilman Streets. The subject property consists of 4 lots. The applicant proposes to replat the property into 2 lots and to place a duplex structure on each of the new lots. Each structure will contain 2,640 ± square feet divided into two – 1,320 square foot units. The units will each contain 3 bedrooms. The structures will be one-story in height with vinyl siding and a hip roof clad with asphalt shingles. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: B (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9199 4 The structures will have a 25 foot front yard setback and all other required setbacks will exceed code requirements. A six-space, paved parking lot is to be located behind the southern structure, with access off of West 40th Street. This was done at the request of the neighborhood so that the project will have a more appealing appearance on the front, without multiple driveways. The replat and bill of assurance will include provisions specifically addressing and maintaining the shared parking arrangement. Each parking space will be specifically identified by unit number, either by pavement marking or other signage. Staff is supportive of the proposed CUP. The proposed new duplex residences should be a positive addition to the neighborhood. The total of 4 units is what is permitted by the existing 4-lot configuration. The 1907 plat/bill of assurance for John Barrow Addition does not address use issues. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested CUP subject to compliance with the following conditions: 1. Compliance with the comments and conditions outlined in Sections 4, 5 and 6 of the agenda staff report. 2. The replat and bill of assurance must include provisions addressing and maintaining the shared parking arrangement. 3. Each parking space must be specifically identified by unit number; either by pavement marking or other signage. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (MARCH 30, 2017) The applicant was present. There was one objector present. A letter of non-support from the John Barrow Neighborhood Association had been received by staff and forwarded to the commissioners. Staff presented the item and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the “staff recommendation” above. The applicant, Stanley Phillips, deferred speaking until after the objector. Caroline Heitman, President of the John Barrow Neighborhood Association, spoke in opposition. She said the Association had worked with Mr. Phillips for some time. She said Mr. Phillips’ architect came to a meeting of the Association and the Association opposed the current proposal. She said they wanted to see the southern duplex oriented to W. 40 th Street, not Gilman Street. She May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: B (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9199 5 stated there was a concern that there was not sufficient parking on the site and on-street parking was limited. Ms. Heitman said she understood that Mr. Phillips was agreeable to making changes in the plan. Stanley Phillips addressed the commission. He said reorientation of the structure was difficult due to the constraints of the utility locations. He said he had worked with the Association over the years and Ward 6 Director Doris Wright was supportive of his plans. He said he would put some brick on the front of the duplexes (west façade), he would put shutters on the windows and would expand the parking to the north. Commissioner May asked why the front of the duplexes faced west rather than to the street frontage. Mr. Phillips responded that he was doing what he understood the neighborhood wanted. Commissioner Hamilton asked Mr. Stanley what he would prefer to do. Mr. Stanley responded that he would prefer to orient the structures to Gilman Street. When asked the same question by Commission Hamilton, staff responded that they would prefer to see a Gilman Street orientation as well. There was then a discussion about reorienting the structures and the availability of sewer service. Staff stated they could not say if sewer service would be affected by reorienting the structures. Chairman Berry stated there appeared to be issues that needed to be worked out. Director of planning Tony Bozynski suggested deferring the item to allow for further review of possible changes. Deputy City Attorney Shawn Overton also suggested deferring the item, due to the changes being proposed. Mr. Phillips stated he agreed to a deferral of the item. A motion was made to defer the item to the May 11, 2017 meeting. The motion was approved by a vote of 11 ayes, 0 noes and 0 absent. STAFF UPDATE: The applicant submitted a revised plan in response to the concerns raised by the neighbors. The northern duplex has been turned so that the front entrance and porch faces Gilman Street. The southern duplex has been reoriented so that the front entrance and porch faces West 40th Street. The facades of the duplexes facing Gilman and West 40th Streets will have brick on the façade up to the window sill. The parking has been moved up to the northern lot, with the driveway extending off of West 40th Street. All other components of the plan remain the same. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: B (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9199 6 A letter in support of the revised plan has been submitted by the John Barrow Neighborhood Association. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested CUP, as revised, subject to compliance with the following conditions: 1. Compliance with the comments and conditions outlined in Sections 4, 5 and 6 of the agenda staff report. 2. The replat and bill of assurance must include provisions addressing and maintaining the shared parking arrangement. 3. Each parking space must be specifically identified by unit number; either by pavement marking or other signage. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (MAY 11, 2017) The applicant was present. There were no objectors present. Carolyn Heitman, President of the John Barrow Neighborhood Association , was present in support. A letter in support of the revised plan from the John Barrow Neighborhood Association had been distributed to the commissioners. Staff presented the item, as revised, and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the “staff recommendation” above. There was no further discussion. The item was placed on the consent agenda and approved as recommended by staff by a vote of 8 ayes, 0 noes and 3 absent. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 1 FILE NO.: Z-7311-B NAME: Carver Elementary School Parking Lot – Conditional Use Permit LOCATION: 2100 East 6th Street OWNER/APPLICANT: LRSD/Peters and Associates PROPOSAL: A conditional use permit is requested to allow for the addition of more parking on this R-4 zoned public school campus. 1. SITE LOCATION: The school is located on the north side of East 6th Street, east of Fletcher Street. 2. COMPATIBILITY WITH NEIGHBORHOOD: The school has been a part of this community for many years. Other than for a scattering of residences to the west, all other surrounding properties are non-residential in zoning and use. Vacant, I-3 zoned property is located north and south of this site. The City of Little Rock’s East Little Rock Community Center is adjacent to the east. The campus “wraps around” two small groups of homes on the east side of Fletcher. A 6-foot tall wood privacy fence separates the school site from the residences. Allowing the parking expansion should not affect the school’s compatibility with the neighborhood. Notice of the public hearing was sent to all owners of properties located within 200 feet of the site and the East Little Rock Neighborhood Association. 3. ON SITE DRIVES AND PARKING: The school has 37 classrooms and 59 employees; requiring 96 parking spaces. The site now has 80± parking spaces. The proposed expansion would add 40 more spaces resulting in a total of 120± parking spaces. The additional parking is needed to accommodate parents of pre -K students who must park and walk children to and from the school. A new access drive will be provided off of Fletcher Street. The new parking will tie into the existing parking lot with exits onto Fletcher Street and East 6th Street. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-7311-B 2 4. SCREENING AND BUFFERS: Site plan must comply with the City’s minimal landscape and buffer ordinance requirements. A land use buffer six (6) percent of the average width / depth of the lot will be required when an adjacent property has a dissimilar use of a more restrictive nature. There are single family homes on the ad jacent property to the south and west of the proposed parking. As a component of all land use buffer requirements, opaque screening, whether a fence or other device, a minimum of six (6) feet in height shall be required upon the property line side of the buffer. The plantings, existing and purposed, shall be provided within the landscape ordinance of the city, section 15-102. Screening requirements will need to be met for the vehicular use areas adjacent to street right-of-ways. Provide screening shrubs with an average linear spacing of not less at three (3) feet within the required landscape area. Provide trees with an average linear spacing of not less than thirty (30) feet. A perimeter planting strip is required along any side of a vehicular use area that abuts adjoining property or the right-of-way of any street. One (1) tree and three (3) shrubs or vines shall be planted for every thirty (30) linear feet of perimeter planting strip. Eight percent (8%) of the vehicular use area must be designated fo r green space; this green space needs to be evenly distributed throughout the parking area(s). The minimum size of an interior landscape area shall be one hundred fifty (150) square feet for developments with one hundred fifty (150) or fewer parking spaces. Interior islands must be a minimum of seven and one half (7 1/2) feet in width. Trees shall be included in the interior landscape areas at the rate of one (1) tree for every twelve (12) parking spaces. An irrigation system shall be required for develop ments of one (1) acre or larger. If irrigation is not provided for developments of less than one (1) acre a there shall be a water source within seventy-five (75) feet of the plants to be irrigated. The City Beautiful Commission recommends preserving as many existing trees as feasible on this site. Credit toward fulfilling Landscape Ordinance requirements can be given when preserving trees of six (6) inch caliper or larger. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-7311-B 3 5. PUBLIC WORKS: 1. Repair or replace any curb and gutter or sidewalk that is d amaged in the public right-of-way prior to occupancy. An area of the street near the existing driveway apron at E. 4th St. is damaged, holds water, and should be repaired with the issuance of the building permit. 2. If gates are proposed, they should be located no closer than 20 ft. from the existing Fletcher St. curb. 3. The sidewalk should be extended to Fletcher Street. 4. All driveways shall be concrete aprons per City Ordinance. 5. Storm water detention ordinance applies to this property. Show the proposed location for stormwater detention facilities on the plan. Maintenance of the detention pond and all private drainage improvements is the responsibility of the developer and/or property owner. 6. UTILITY, FIRE DEPT. AND CATA COMMENTS: Little Rock Wastewater: Sewer available to this site. Existing easements must be retained. Entergy: Entergy does not object to this proposal. An overhead power line exists along the east side of Fletcher Street at the proposed northwest entrance of this property. Caution should be used in the construction of the new entrance off of Fletcher Street due to the power lines. Please ensure that proper NESC and OSHA required clearances are maintained. Contact Entergy in advance to discuss future service requirements, new facilities locations and adjustments to existing facilities (if any) as this project proceeds. Centerpoint Energy: No comments received. AT&T: No comments received. Central Arkansas Water: No objection Fire Department: Maintain Access: Fire Hydrants. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-7311-B 4 located on a fire apparatus access road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders. Grade Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief. Loading Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading. Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus access road with an asphalt, concrete or other approved driving surface capable of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds. Fire Hydrants Locate Fire Hydrants as per Appendix C of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code. Section C101 – C105, in conjunction with Central Arkansas Water (Daniel Tull 501-377-1245) and the Little Rock Fire Marshal’s Office (Capt. Tony Rhodes 501-918-3757 or Capt. John Hogue 501-918-3754). Number and Distribution of Fire Hydrants as per Table C105.1. Building Codes: Project is subject to full commercial plan review and approval prior to issuance of a building permit. For information on submittal requirements and the review process, contact a commercial plans examiner: Curtis Richey at 501.371.4724; crichey@littlerock.gov or Mark Alderfer at 501.371.4875; malderfer@littlerock.gov . County Planning: No comments Rock Region METRO: a) Location is served by METRO on route 12 Airport (2) stop on 6th St at Fletcher are located in front of the building. b) METRO does not support the expansion of surface parking in locations well served by transit. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-7311-B 5 c) We however recommend, if the project proceeds forward, correcting the ADA accessibility elements on the sidewalk which are not up to current code. Further a pedestrian path from the street to the building should be provided for access to the transit route. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (APRIL 19, 2017) The applicant was present. Staff presented the item and noted little additional information was needed. In response to a question, the applicant stated the District would like the option of gating the driveway after school hours. Public Works comments were presented. The applicant stated they would comply with all comments. Other Agency, Utility, Fire Department and Landscape Comments were noted. The Committee determined there were no other issues and forwarded the item to the full Commission. STAFF ANALYSIS: The Little Rock School District’s George Washington Carver Elementary School is located on the 8+ acre, R-4 zoned tract located at 2100 East 6th Street. The school has 37 classrooms for approximately 469 pre-K through 5th grade students. The site contains some 80 parking spaces and a bus loading zone with access off of East 6th Street and Fletcher Street. The District is requesting approval of a conditional use permit to allow for the addition of 40 new parking spaces at the northern end of the campus, with access via a new driveway off of Fletcher Street. The driveway will be one-way and the traffic will flow into the existing parking and drives located on the west side of the school. The new parking spaces are intended to offer close and convenient parking for parents of Pre-K students who must park and walk the children to and from the school. To staff’s knowledge, there are no outstanding issues. The new driveway will be controlled after use hours with a vehicle swing gate. New, low-level and inward directed lighting of the new parking lot is proposed. The new parking area will be landscaped and irrigated to meet code requirements. The sidewalk from the school, along the new parking area, has been extended to Fletcher Street. Two small clusters of single family homes are located between the school and Fletcher Street and are somewhat “wrapped around” by the campus. A 6 foot tall wood May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-7311-B 6 privacy fence separates those homes from the campus. There is no bill of assurance for this acreage tract. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested CUP, subject to compliance with the following conditions: 1. Compliance with the comments and conditions outlined in Sections 4, 5 and 6 of the agenda staff report. 2. The screening fence between the campus and the homes fronting onto Fletcher Street is to be kept in good condition and is to be repaired or replaced as needed. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (MAY 11, 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 staff by a vote of 8 ayes, 0 noes and 3 absent. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 2 FILE NO.: Z-8629-C NAME: 102 South Rodney Parham Mini-Warehouse – Revised Conditional Use Permit LOCATION: 102 South Rodney Parham Road OWNER/APPLICANT: SS Rodney Parham, LLC/Marlar Engineering PROPOSAL: A revision to a previously approved conditional use permit is requested to allow for the construction of a three-story, enclosed, mini-warehouse building on this C-3 zoned 1.87± acre tract. 1. SITE LOCATION: The property is located on the south (west) side of S. Rodney Parham Road; one lot south of West Markham Street. 2. COMPATIBILITY WITH NEIGHBORHOOD: The property is located within the commercial district at the West Markham/Rodney Parham intersection. A Kroger store, Red Lobster and Burger King are adjacent to the west. Additional commercial uses, including an older, more traditional mini-warehouse development are located beyond Kroger. A mixture of office and commercial uses are located to the east and north. A single family neighborhood is adjacent to the south. A restaurant previously occupied this site, with parking extending to within a few feet of the southern boundary. In staff’s opinion, the nature of this proposed development and the specifics of the site improvements are such that there could be a negative impact on the adjacent single family neighborhood. Notice of the public hearing was sent to all owners of properties located within 200 feet of the site and the Sunnymeade and Briarwood Neighborhood Associations. 3. ON SITE DRIVES AND PARKING: Entrance to the site will be from a driveway onto Rodney Parham Road. Exit from the site will be from that same driveway as well as from a driveway onto Sunnymeade Drive. Twelve (12) parking spaces are indicated outside of the gated area at the front of the property. Nine (9) spaces are indicated within the access-controlled gated area of the site. Two (2) spaces are located in the internal loading bay where customers May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 2 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8629-C 2 park to access the units. The facility is proposed to contain 750+ units of mini-warehouse space. 4. SCREENING AND BUFFERS: Site plan must comply with the City’s minimal landscape and buffer ordinance requirements. Street buffers will be required at six (6) percent of the average depth of the lot. The minimum dimension shall be one-half (½) the full width requirement but in no case less than nine (9) feet. The maximum dimension required shall be fifty (50) feet. A land use buffer six (6) percent of the average width / depth of the lot will be required when an adjacent property has a dissimilar use of a more restrictive nature. The adjacent property to the south is zoned R-2. As a component of all land use buffer requirements, opaque screening, whether a fence or other device, a minimum of six (6) feet in height shall be required upon the property line side of the buffer. The plantings, existing and purposed, shall be provided within the landscape ordinance of the city, section 15-102. A perimeter planting strip is required along any side of a vehicular use area that abuts adjoining property or the right-of-way of any street. One (1) tree and three (3) shrubs or vines shall be planted for every thirty (30) linear feet of perimeter planting strip. Screening requirements will need to be met for the vehicular use areas adjacent to street right-of-ways. Provide screening shrubs with an average linear spacing of not less at three (3) feet within the required landscape area. Provide trees with an average linear spacing of not less than thirty (30) feet. Landscape areas shall be provided between the vehicular use area used for public parking and the general vicinity of the building, excluding truck loading or service areas not open to public parking. These areas shall be equal to an equivalent planter strip three (3) feet wide along the vehicular use area. An irrigation system shall be required for developments of one (1) acre or larger. The City Beautiful Commission recommends preserving as many existing trees as feasible on this site. Credit toward fulfilling Landscape Ordinance May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 2 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8629-C 3 requirements can be given when preserving trees of six (6) inch caliper or larger. 5. PUBLIC WORKS: 1. Rodney Parham St. 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. Repair or replace any curb and gutter or sidewalk that is damaged in the public right-of-way prior to occupancy. 3. Storm water detention ordinance applies to this property if detention was provided with the last development. Show the proposed location for stormwater detention facilities on the plan. Maintenance of the detention pond and all private drainage improvements is the responsibility of the developer and/or property owner’s association. 4. If disturbed area is 1 or more acres, obtain a NPDES storm water permit from the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality prior to the start of construction. 5. A City of Little Rock drainage project was recently completed on both the north and south sides of the Sunnymeade driveway. The 12 inch RCP on the north side of the Sunnymeade driveway and pipes downstream are believed to be undersized. At the time of the building permit, a drainage analysis should be performed to determine if existing pipe sizes are adequate. If so, the system will be required to be upsized. 6. With the proposed signage on the north side of the Rodney Parham driveway, the sight distance to the west must not be obstructed. 7. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operation of construction related equipment from a nearby construction site shall be repaired by the responsible party prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy. 8. Stormwater pipes cannot be located under a building or structure. 6. UTILITY, FIRE DEPT. AND CATA COMMENTS: Little Rock Wastewater: Sewer available to this site. Existing easements must be retained. Entergy: Entergy does not object to this proposal. There do not appear to be any conflicts with existing power lines in the area. Contact Entergy in advance to discuss future service requirements, new facilities locations and adjustments to existing facilities (if any) as this project proceeds. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 2 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8629-C 4 Centerpoint Energy: No comments received. AT&T: No comments received. Central Arkansas Water: No objection Fire Department: Maintain Access: Fire Hydrants. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders. Grade Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief. Loading Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading. Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus access road with an asphalt, concrete or other approved driving surface capable of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds. 30’ Tall Buildings - Maintain aerial fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D105.1 – D105.4 D105.1 Where Required. Where the vertical distance between the grade plane and the highest roof surface exceed 30’, approved aerial fire apparatus access roads shall be provided. For the purposes of this section the highest roof surfaces shall be determined by measurement to the eave of a pitched roof, the intersection of a roof to the exterior wall, or the top of the parapet walls, whichever is greater. D105.2 Width. Aerial fire apparatus access roads shall have a minimum unobstructed with of 26’, exclusive of shoulders, in the immediate vicinity of the building or portion thereof. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 2 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8629-C 5 D105.3 Proximity to building. At least one of the required access routes meeting this condition shall be located within a minimum of 15 feet and a maximum of 30 feet from the building, and shall be positioned parallel to one entire side of the building. The side of the building on which the aerial fire apparatus access road is positioned shall be approved by the fire code official. D105.4 Obstructions. Overhead utility and power lines shall not be located over the aerial fire apparatus access road or between the aerial fire apparatus road and the building. Other obstructions shall be permitted to be places with the approval of the fire code official. Gates Maintain fire apparatus access road gates as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.5 Fire apparatus access road gates. Gates securing the fire apparatus access roads shall comply with all of the following criteria: 1. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet. 2. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type. 3. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by one person. 4. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times and replaces or repaired when defective. 5. Electric gates shall be equipped with a means of opening the gate by fire department personnel for emergency access. Emergency opening devices shall be approved by the fire code official. 6. Manual opening gates shall not be locked with a padlock or chain and padlock unless they are capable of being opened by means of forcible entry tools or when a key box containing the keys to the lock is installed at the gate location. 7. Locking device specifications shall be submitted for approval by the fire code official. 8. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL 325. 9. Gates, intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed and installed to comply with requirements of ASTM F 2200. Fire Hydrants Locate Fire Hydrants as per Appendix C of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code. Section C101 – C105, in conjunction with Central Arkansas Water (Daniel Tull 501-377-1245) and the Little Rock Fire Marshal’s Office (Capt. Tony Rhodes 501-918-3757 or Capt. John Hogue May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 2 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8629-C 6 501-918-3754). Number and Distribution of Fire Hydrants as per Table C105.1. Building Codes: Project is subject to full commercial plan review and approval prior to issuance of a building permit. For information on submittal requirements and the review process, contact a commercial plans examiner: Curtis Richey at 501.371.4724; crichey@littlerock.gov or Mark Alderfer at 501.371.4875; malderfer@littlerock.gov . County Planning: No comments Rock Region METRO: a) Location is not currently served by METRO on routes 5 & 8 West Markham and Rodney Parham. b) Because the location is within an existing neighborhood and well served by transit METRO does not recommend supporting this use. Also there is a current business adjacent to this property in the same block, Storage World. Approximately a ¾ mile away two other similar businesses a U-Haul storage & rental and U-Storit. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (APRIL19, 2017) The applicants were present. Staff presented the item. Staff noted the requested buffer and building height variances. The applicant had been provided a copy of staff comments and prepared the following responses. 1. There is no resident manager. 2. A signage plan will be prepared. 3. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday and tenant access is 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. daily. 4. Building wall mounted lighting will be placed 9± feet above the finished floor and wall pack lighting will be used near the loading dock area. 5. The dumpster is to be placed as indicated. 6. There will be outside storage of boats, RV’s, trailers, watercraft or automobiles. 7. The building exterior will be finished with architectural block, brick masonry, decorative metal panels and EFIS. 8. No businesses will be permitted to be operated in the units. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 2 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8629-C 7 9. No explosive, flammable, hazardous or other inherently dangerous materials will be permitted to be stored in the facility. Public Works Comments were discussed. Other Agency, Utility and Fire Department Comments were presented. Landscape Comments were noted. The applicants stated they were discussing the project with interested neighbors. The Committee forwarded the item to the full Commission. STAFF ANALYSIS: The C-3 zoned, 1.8+ acre property located at 102 S. Rodney Parham Road was previously occupied by a restaurant. The building was removed several years ago. The site contains the vestiges of the parking lot. On August 25, 2016, the Commission approved a conditional use permit to allow for the construction of a three (3) story, conditioned, mini-warehouse facility on the site. The facility was to contain approximately 750 units of mini -warehouse space. The Commission’s approval was appealed to the Board of Directors and, on November 15, 2016, the Board upheld the Commission’s action. The three (3) story building had an exterior finish of split-faced block, brick and EIFS with steel decorative panels. The colors were earth-toned. Access to the facility was through a single garage door on the north (Rodney Parham) side of the building. Customers would park in the building and after conducting their business, would exit out of the south side. The “driveway” through the building was thirty (30) feet wide and had enough room to park 30± vehicles. All access to the units was from the interior of the building. Any units that had outside access were eliminated. There were no windows on the south side of the building, facing the adjacent single family residences. There was no access to Sunnymeade. That driveway was gated and only served as Fire Department access. All customer traffic exited the site directly onto Rodney Parham Road. The building itself had a setback of sixty-five (65) feet from the south property line, adjacent to the single family residences and fifty-three (53) feet from the east property line, adjacent to two, C-3 zoned residences. Office hours were to be 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday and noon to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday. Tenant access was to be 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. seven days a week. The existing dumpster location on the north side of the Sunnymeade Drive access drive was to be reused. There was to be no outside storage of boats, RV’s or trailers. No businesses were permitted to operate in the facility and no storage of flammable materials was allowed. That facility has not been constructed. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 2 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8629-C 8 A different applicant is now requesting approval of a conditional use permit to allow for construction of a somewhat different, three (3) story mini-warehouse facility. The facility is also proposed to contain 750± units of mini -warehouse space. The proposed building is to have a setback of twenty-five (25) feet on the south and east. The previous approval has setbacks of sixty-five (65) and fifty-three (53) respectively. Access to the units is to be primarily from a two-space internal loading bay. Nine (9) parking spaces are provided to allow some tenants to park and carry their items in/out of the facility. No units will have direct outside access. The facility will be gated to control access. Tenants can exit the site onto Sunnymeade Drive. The applicant intends to make modifications to the Sunnymeade driveway to encourage tenants to make a left turn towards Rodney Parham rather than a right turn into the neighborhood. As under the previous proposal, the building is to be constructed of architectural block and brick masonry, EIFS and decorative metal panels. The building will have an earth tone finish and there will be no windows on the south side and east side nearest the neighborhood. Office hours are proposed as 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday and tenant access is 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily. Lighting is proposed to consist of wall mounted lighting placed nine (9) feet above the finished floor and wall packs near the loading dock area. There will be no storage of boats, RV’s, trailers, watercraft or automobiles. No businesses will be permitted to operate in the units and no explosive, flammable or inherently dangerous materials may be stored in the facility. The same three variances or similar approved under the previous application are also requested under this new application. The first is a two feet height variance to allow a building height of thirty-seven (37) feet. The prior approval allowed a height of thirty-six (36) feet. C-3 has a height limit of thirty-five (35) feet. The second variance is to allow a reduction in the Rodney Parham Road perimeter street buffer from twenty-five (25) feet to fifteen (15) feet. The reduction is caused, in part, by a requirement to dedicate additional right -of-way. The third variance is to allow grading within the northern 15 feet of the southern land use buffer. The Code allows an encroachment of up to 30% in a buffer. The proposed 15 foot encroachment represents 60% of the buffer. That area currently contains the vestiges of a paved parking lot. While staff has previously stated support for placement of this type of facility on this property, we do have concerns about aspects of this specific proposal. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 2 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8629-C 9 This current proposal expands the building to the south and east to the minimum building setback. The site is adjacent to single family residential and staff feels the massing of the structure is such that it could negatively impact the adjacent residences. The applicant proposes to utilize the driveway onto Sunnymeade as a primary exit from the site. The issue of access to and from the site onto Sunnymeade was a matter of great concern to the neighborhood under the prior application. The dumpster has now been moved closer to the neighborhood by placing it on the south side of the Sunnymeade access drive rather than on the north side. This 750+ unit mini-warehouse facility is proposed to utilize a two-space internal loading bay. Under the prior approval, the thirty (30) foot wide driveway through the building provided a much greater number of internal parking spaces for access to the units. Staff is concerned that under th is proposal, there is a greater likelihood of tenants having to park outside the facility to access the units. For these reasons, staff cannot support the current application STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends denial. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (MAY 11, 2017) The applicants were present. There was one objector present. Staff presented the item and a recommendation of denial. Bear Davidson, of Marlar Engineering, addressed the Commission. He stated this was a different applicant from the one who filed the first CUP application. He stated this applicant was prepared to develop under the previously approved plan but made the revisions to be more sensitive to concerns of the neighborhood. Mr. Davidson said they had discussions with the neighborhood and had reached out to individual neighbors. He said they were dropping the building height variance request and would comply with the C-3 height limit. Mr. Davidson addressed the changes from the previously approved plan. He stated the drive through the building, exiting to the south, had been eliminated; eliminating lights shining into the neighborhood and eliminating vehicle activity in the area closest to the neighborhood. Mr. Davidson stated there were no site security measures under the previous plan and this new plan had gates and fencing to secure the site. He made note of the reduction in tenant parking and stated the site would not generate more than 13-15 vehicles per day. He made note of the vehicle access bay on the east side of the building. Lastly, he noted the change in building massing and stated the height variance request was being eliminated. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 2 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8629-C 10 Michael Hall addressed the commission. He stated he had spoken directly with Tracy Crain, President of the Sunnymeade Neighborho od, and had tried to address her concerns. He said the neighborhood had expressed concern about cut-through pedestrian traffic. He said a security fence would be installed to prevent persons cutting through the site into the neighborhood. He said on-site lighting would be reduced. Mr. Hall said he had spoken with another resident who had requested more column-type evergreen trees at the rear of the site. He said they would comply with this request as much as the City’s landscape ordinance would allow. Mr. Hall stated Ms. Crain had made it clear that the neighborhood did not object to traffic from the site exiting onto Sunnymeade Drive as long as the driveway was designed to encourage traffic to make a left turn towards Rodney Parham rather than a right turn into the neighborhood. He said the Sunnymeade exit was a secondary exit, not the primary exit and there would be no signage on that driveway. Mr. Hall stated the dumpster had been placed where indicated for ease of access for the garbage truck. He stated the dumpster could be moved back to its previously approved location. Mr. Hall stated he had tried on several occasions to make contact with the resident at 220 Sunnymeade but had been unable to do so. He said it appeared that the C-3 zoned property was not being used as a residence as there were office elements visible through the front window. Ruth Bell, of the League of Women Voters of Pulaski County, spoke in opposition. She stated the League had supported the previous plan but had concerns with some aspects of this revised plan. She said the exit onto Sunnymeade should be designed to be left turn only. She asked if the parking on the site would be adequate for a 750 unit complex. Mr. Hall stated this plan reduced noise and activity at the rear of the site, nearest the neighborhood. He said they would install curbing, signs and bollards to make vehicles exiting onto Sunnymeade turn left towards Rodney Parham. He presented photos of the proposed interior loading/unloading bay and stated they could accommodate four vehicles at a time. In response to a question from Commissioner Dillon, staff stated the number of units was the same under either plan, approximately 750. Commissioner Bubbus commented that this proposed use would generate much less traffic than a number of uses that could be developed on the C-3 zoned property. He voiced his support for the item. In response to questions from Commissioner May, Mr. Hall stated traffic has never been an issue with this type of use. It was clarified that the applicant had eliminated the height variance request, had agreed to move the dumpster back to previously approved location on the north side of the driveway and had agreed to make the necessary changes to the May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 2 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8629-C 11 Sunnymeade driveway to force vehicles exiting the site to turn left towards Rodney Parham. Chairman Berry noted there were only 8 commissioners present and, as a matter of practice, offered the applicant an opportunity to defer to a later hearing. The applicant stated he wished to go forward. A motion was made to approve the application, as amended, including all staff comments and conditions (except the recommendation of denial). The motion was approved by a vote of 7 ayes, 1 noe and 3 absent. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 3 FILE NO.: Z-8757-A NAME: St. Luke United Methodist Church Daycare – Conditional Use Permit LOCATION: 6401 West 32nd Street OWNER/APPLICANT: St. Luke United Methodist Church PROPOSAL: A conditional use permit is requested to allow a daycare center to be operated in a portion of the existing church building located on this R-3 zoned, 2.5 acre tract. 1. SITE LOCATION: The property is located on the south side of West 32nd Street, .19 miles west of S. University Avenue. 2. COMPATIBILITY WITH NEIGHBORHOOD: The church has been a part of the neighborhood for many years. Single family residences are located to the north, south and east. A large, LRSD campus is adjacent to the west. The proposed day care – private school is to operate within the existing church. It will have a maximum enrollment of 50 children. Allowing the addition of that small use should not affect the church’s continued compatibility with the neighborhood. Notice of the public hearing was sent to all owners of properties located within 200 feet of the site and the College Terrace, Broadmoor, Broadmoor POA and University District Neighborhood Associations. 3. ON SITE DRIVES AND PARKING: The church has an existing, asphalt paved parking lot with access off of West 32nd Street. The proposed daycare – private school is to operate Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The existing parking lot will be available during these times without conflict with typical church activity times. The existing parking is sufficient for the proposed use. 4. SCREENING AND BUFFERS: No Comments. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 3 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8757-A 2 5. PUBLIC WORKS: 1. Repair or replace any curb and gutter or sidewalk that is damaged in the public right-of-way prior to occupancy. 2. West 32nd Street is classified on the Master Street Plan as a collector street. A dedication of right-of-way 30 feet from centerline will be required. Confirm the property line is located at least 30 ft . from the centerline. 6. UTILITY, FIRE DEPT. AND CATA COMMENTS: Little Rock Wastewater: Sewer available to this site. Capacity Fee analysis required. Entergy: Entergy does not object to this proposal. Service is already being provided to this property from on overhead power line on the west side of the property. Contact Entergy in advance to discuss any changes to electrical service requirements, or adjustments to existing facilities (if any) as this proposal proceeds. Centerpoint Energy: No comments received. AT&T: No comments received. Central Arkansas Water: No objection Fire Department: No comments Building Codes: Project is a change in occupancy and is therefore subject to current building code requirements. Review and approval is required by Building Codes Division before occupancy takes place. For information on submittal requirements and the review process, contact a commercial plans examiner: NOTE: Contact FM Capt. Chris Sanders to coordinate an on-site review. 501-918-3782 Curtis Richey at 501.371.4724; crichey@littlerock.org or Mark Alderfer at 501.371.4875; malderfer@littlerock.org. County Planning: No Comments. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 3 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8757-A 3 Rock Region METRO: a) Location is served by METRO nearby on University Avenue. b) We have no recommendations for this conditional use permit. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (APRIL 19, 2017) The applicant was present. Staff presented the item and noted little additional information was needed. In response to a question, the applicant stated signage would likely consist of either an addition to the existing ground sign or a separate ground sign for the day care. Public Works Comments were noted. Staff stated it appeared a small amount of right-of-way dedication was required. Outside Agency, Utility and Fire Department Comments were noted. The Committee determined there were no other issues and forwarded the item to the full Commission. STAFF ANALYSIS: St. Luke United Methodist Church occupies the R-3 zoned, 2.5± tract located at 6401 West 32nd Street. In partnership with Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church, St. Luke is requesting approval of a conditional use permit to allow for operation of a day care center in a portion of the existing church building. The two churches are currently involved in the lengthy process to combine, whereby St. Luke will become a second campus for Pulaski Heights. Pulaski Heights will be responsible for operating the day care. On April 26, 2012, the Commission approved a conditional use permit to allow Ascension Arts Academy to operate a private school/day care in a portion of the St. Luke facility. Apparently, that never occurred. Staff is aware of no outstanding issues associated with this current proposal. The proposed day care is to have an enrollment of 50 children and wi ll operate Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The site has more than sufficient parking to accommodate the day care. A playground area is located adjacent to and behind the building. Signage will consist of either an addition to the existing ground sign or the addition of a second, small sign. On March 15, 2017, the church hosted a neighborhood meeting to explain their application. No one from the neighborhood attended. There is no bill of assurance for this acreage tract. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 3 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8757-A 4 The church has been a part of this neighborhood for decades and allowing the proposed small day care to operate in a portion of the existing facility should not have any impact on the neighborhood. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested CUP, subject to compliance with the comments and conditions outlined in Sections 5 and 6 of the agenda staff report. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (MAY 11, 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 staff by a vote of 8 ayes, 0 noes and 3 absent. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 4 FILE NO.: Z-9215 NAME: Bountiful Blessings Fellowship Church – Extension Conditional Use Permit LOCATION: 4415 West 29th Street OWNER/APPLICANT: Bountiful Blessings Fellowship Church/ Stephen Christian, Pastor PROPOSAL: A conditional use permit is requested to allow the use of this R-3 zoned residential structure and property for church related activities. 1. SITE LOCATION: The property is located on the south side of West 29th Street, between Peyton and Washington Streets. 2. COMPATIBILITY WITH NEIGHBORHOOD: The site is located at the southern edge of a residential neighborhood where the uses transition from residential to the commercial zoning along Asher Avenue. The properties to the south are zoned I -2 and C-4 and contain a variety of non-residential uses, including Bountiful Blessings Church. Properties one block to the east are zoned C-3, O-3 and I-2 and include a variety of uses, including auto repair and a funeral home. Single family homes extend to the north and west. The church plans to use the building basically “as-is” with the only changes being those required by building and fire codes. No additional parking is proposed. The proposed use should be compatible with uses in the area. Notice of the public hearing was sent to all owners of properties located within 200 feet of the site and Midway Neighborhood Association. 3. ON SITE DRIVES AND PARKING: The site contains a two-car paved driveway, typical of a residential property. No new parking is proposed on this site. The church is located directly south of this property. Any parking for this building will occur on the existing church parking lot. 4. SCREENING AND BUFFERS: No Comments. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 4 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9215 2 5. PUBLIC WORKS: 1. Due to the proposed use of the property, the Master Plan specifies that West 29th Street for the frontage of this property must meet commercial street standards. Dedicate right-of-way to 30 feet from centerline. The centerline of the West 29th Street right-of-way is not provided on the survey. 2. Repair or replace any curb and gutter or sidewalk that is damaged in the public right-of-way prior to occupancy. The sidewalk in from of the structure at 4415 W est 29th Street is damaged should be replaced. 6. UTILITY, FIRE DEPT. AND CATA COMMENTS: Little Rock Wastewater: Sewer available to this site. Entergy: Entergy does not object to this proposal. Service is already being provided to this property from the alley in the rear. Contact Entergy in advance to discuss any changes to electrical service requirements, or adjustments to existing facilities (if any) as this proposal proceeds. Centerpoint Energy: No comments received. AT&T: No comments received. Central Arkansas Water: No objection. Fire Department: No Comments. Building Codes: Project is a change in occupancy and is therefore subject to current building code requirements. Review and approval is required by Building Codes Division before occupancy takes place. For information on submittal requirements and the review process, contact a commercial plans examiner: Curtis Richey at 501.371.4724; crichey@littlerock.org or Mark Alderfer at 501.371.4875; malderfer@littlerock.org. County Planning: No Comments. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 4 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9215 3 Rock Region METRO: a) Location is served by METRO on Asher Ave, by route 14 Rosemont. b) We have no recommendations for this conditional use permit. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (APRIL 19, 2017) The applicant was present. Staff presented the item and noted some additional information was needed. Staff asked the applicant to provide the typical days and hours of use of the building. Staff asked if there would be any outdoor uses. The applicant was asked to locate and describe any proposed fencing, signage and site lighting. In response to a question, the applicant stated there would be no dumpster on the site but there might be a couple of trash cans. Public Works comments were noted. Other Agency, Fire Department and Utility Comments were noted. Building Code comments regarding the change of occupancy were presented. The Committee determined there were no other issues and forwarded the item to the full Commission. The applicant was advised to submit responses to staff issues no later than April 26, 2017. STAFF ANALYSIS: Bountiful Blessings Fellowship Church is located on the I-2 zoned property located at 4424 West 30th Street. The church owns and occupies the I-2 zoned properties on either side of Washington Street, north of West 30th. The church has acquired a residential structure and vacant lot located directly north of the main church site; at 4415 West 29th Street. The church is requesting approval of a conditional use permit to allow for use of this R-3 zoned building and property for an extension of the church’s activities. The church proposes to make no changes to the site other than for the required changes to the building to comply with building and fire codes. No new parking will be constructed on the site which currently contains a two-car driveway and parking pad. Parking will occur on the existing church parking lots. The building will be used for spiritual fellowship and community meetings, Christian study (Sunday school, vacation bible school, bible studies, etc…), educational training/student support (tutoring, technology advancement, adult education, job preparation, etc…) and other gatherings related to the church and its mission to the community. May 11, 2017 ITEM NO.: 4 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9215 4 Typical days and hours of use are anticipated to be Sundays and Wednesdays from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. There may be occasional use on other days and evenings. The vacant lot will be used for children’s activities. No new fencing is proposed. Lighting consists of the existing street lights and security motion-sensor lights on the building. No dumpster will be placed on the site. The bill of assurance does not address use issues. To staff’s knowledge, there are no outstanding issues. Staff supports the use of this property as an extension of the church. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested CUP subject to compliance with the comments and conditions outlined in Sections 5 and 6 of the agenda staff report. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (MAY 11, 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 staff by a vote of 8 ayes, 0 noes and 3 absent. DATE PLANNING COMMISSION VOTE RECORD LbN SS ►�'r /� %S ni a d MEMBER BERRY, CRAIG BUBBUS, ALAN BYNUM, BUELAH COX, KEITH DILLON, JANET FINNEY, REBECCA HAMILTON, SCOTT LAHA, TROY LATTURE, PAUL MAY, BILL B. STEBBINS, ROBERT Meeting Adjourned � � P.M. '`AYE 0 NAYE ABSENT &CABSTAIN-RRECUSE ... ©� ©. ®... Ell M Ell .. ee�eeeee ©oueoe■ MI ee : eeeeeer� eee�ei ® ®o ©eeeeeeieeee�Ell .... ©v�veeee000eoe�ei JIM,- ��e�eeeri ©ems e�ei eo ©o■�eeeeooeae■�ei MEMBER BERRY, CRAIG BUBBUS, ALAN BYNUM, BUELAH COX, KEITH DILLON, JANET FINNEY, REBECCA HAMILTON, SCOTT LAHA, TROY LATTURE, PAUL MAY, BILL B. STEBBINS, ROBERT Meeting Adjourned � � P.M. '`AYE 0 NAYE ABSENT &CABSTAIN-RRECUSE May 11, 2017 There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 5:18 p.m. Date +Q �i) Secr tary Chairman