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pc_11 15 2018 LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION PLANNING – REZONING – CONDITIONAL USE HEARING MINUTE RECORD NOVEMBER 15, 2018 4:00 P.M. I. Roll Call and Finding of a Quorum A Quorum was present being six (6) in number. II. Members Present: Craig Berry Keith Cox Scott Hamilton Troy Laha Bill May Diana Thomas Members Absent: Buelah Bynum Rebecca Finney Marlon Haynes Paul Latture Robert Stebbins City Attorney: Shawn Overton III. Approval of the Minutes of the October 4, 2018 Meeting of the Little Rock Planning Commission. The Minutes were approved as presented. LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION PLANNING – REZONING – CONDITIONAL USE HEARING NOVEMBER 15, 2018 4:00 P.M. I. OLD BUSINESS: Item Number: File Number: Title: A. Z-9291-A Word of Outreach Prayer Garden – Revised Conditional Use Permit 2700 Brown Street II. NEW BUSINESS: Item Number: File Number: Title: 1. Z-8486-B Newton Group Home – Special Use Permit 3517 West 25th Street 2. Z-9314-A Newton Group Home – Special Use Permit 8104 Stanton Road 3. Z-9370 Rezoning from R-2 to C-1 8900 South Heights Road 4. Z-9371 Rezoning from I-2 to R-4 2701 Barber Street and 2705/2800/2818 Welch Street 5. LU18-19-01 A Land Use Plan Amendment in the Chenal Planning District from Residential Low Density (RL) to Office (O) northeast of Rahling Road and Kirk Road intersection between Chenal Village Circle and Rahling Road. 5.1 Z-9372 Rezoning from R-2 to O-3 North side of Rahling Road, east of Kirk Road 6. Z-9373 Rezoning from C-2 to C-3 Northeast corner of Rahling Road and St. Vincent Way 7. Z-8263-B Sullivan Duplex – Conditional Use Permit 310 N. Van Buren Street Agenda, Page Two II. NEW BUSINESS: (Continued) Item Number: File Number: Title: 8. Z-8669-B Martinez Accessory Dwelling – Conditional Use Permit 8505 Calleghan Road 9. Z-9369 Valley Springs Cottages Community Building – Conditional Use Permit SW corner of Geyer Springs and Valley Drive 10. LU17-02 Northwestern Area Land Use Plan Amendment North of Chenal Parkway/Kanis Road and west of Interstate 430 11. A-333 CT & P Lawson Annexation 12620 Lawson Road November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: A FILE NO.: Z-9291-A NAME: Word of Outreach Prayer Garden – Revised Conditional Use Permit LOCATION: 2700 Brown Street OWNER/APPLICANT: Word of Outreach: Owner Carolyn Smith: Authorized Applicant PROPOSAL: A revision to the previously approved conditional use permit is requested to allow for the addition of improvements and activities on the prayer garden site. The property is zoned R-3. 1. SITE LOCATION: The property is located on the southwest corner of West 27th and Brown Streets. 2. COMPATIBILITY WITH NEIGHBORHOOD: The site is located at the edge of a residential neighborhood. Single family residences are located to the north, west and east. Commercial uses are located along Roosevelt Road to the south. Staff has concerns that allowing the conversion of the individual-oriented nature of the prayer garden to a more corporate meeting and gathering space will have a potentially negative effect on the nearby residents. Notice of the public hearing was sent to all owners of properties located within 200 feet of the site and the Goodwill and Love Neighborhood Associations. 3. ON SITE DRIVES AND PARKING: No parking is provided on site. The original CUP to allow the Prayer Garden did not require any on-site parking. 4. SCREENING AND BUFFERS: Any new site development must comply with the City’s minimal landscape and buffer ordinance requirements. Landscape must be in compliance with current landscape code upon completion of the project. Any existing landscape or irrigation disturbed by November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: A (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9291-A 2 construction shall be repaired or replaced before a certificate of occupancy can be obtained. 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. 5. PUBLIC WORKS: 1. Due to the proposed use of the property, the Master Street Plan specifies that 27th Street for the frontage of this property must meet commercial street standards. Dedicate right-of-way to 30 feet from centerline. 2. Due to the proposed use of the property, the Master Street Plan specifies that Brown Street for the frontage of this property must meet commercial street standards. Dedicate right-of-way to 30 feet from centerline. 3. A 20 feet radial dedication of right-of-way is required at the intersection of 27th Street and Brown Street. 6. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/BUILDING CODES: Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: Sewer service available in 27th Street, northwest of property. Entergy: Entergy does not object to this proposal. There do not appear to be any conflicts with existing electrical utilities at this location. Contact Energy in advance to discuss electrical service requirements, or adjustments to existing facilities. Centerpoint Energy: No comments received. AT&T: No comments received. Central Arkansas Water: No objection Fire Department: No comments. 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. This project will require November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: A (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9291-A 3 fully developed Architectural, Structural, Civil and MEP Plans. Contact a commercial plans examiner: Curtis Richey at 501.371.4724; crichey@littlerock.gov 7. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING: County Planning: No comments received. Rock Region METRO: A RRM bus route is located along Roosevelt Road, south of the site. Planning Division: No comments. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (SEPTEMBER 12, 2018) The applicant was not present. Staff presented the item and noted additional information was needed. Staff noted the applicant would specifically be asked the following: · Describe the frequency of events and services proposed to be held at the site. What is the anticipated attendance at these events and services? · Where will parking occur for events and services? · Will there be any use of speakers or any manner of amplified sound for music, spokesperson, etc…. in conjunction with any events and services? · Will there be any additional lighting employed on the site for any events and services? Public Works, Landscape and Other Agency Comments were presented. Staff stated they would contact the applicant regarding the comments and needed information. STAFF ANALYSIS: On March 8, 2018, the Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit to allow Word of Outreach Ministry to develop a prayer garden on the vacant, R-3 zoned lot located at 2700 Brown Street. The site contained only a 25 X 11 concrete slab remaining from the removal of a dilapidated residential structure. The ministry had been given permission to place a small (8 X 8) storage building on the slab to store lawn equipment and the like. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: A (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9291-A 4 The prayer garden was proposed to contain a gazebo structure and several specific areas for reading, praying or meditating. Each of the meditation areas was to have a bench where persons could sit. Ground-level speakers were to be placed at each prayer-mediation area to play quiet music which can be heard only upon entering the garden and sitting at one of the benches. The various prayer stations were to be identified by signs such as “Love”, “Temperance”, “Pathway to Joy”, “Pathway to Faith” and “Pathway to Peace”. The future gazebo structure was to be utilized by students of Word of Outreach Christian Center, their parents and guests for various gatherings, fellowshipping and corporate prayer. During the Planning Commission review process, the applicant submitted the following amendments to address some concerns which had been raised by neighbors and staff: 1. Fencing and an entrance gate with a lock will be placed around the prayer garden. 2. The normal hours of operation for the prayer will be 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. daily. 3. There will be no additional lighting placed in the prayer garden. There is an existing night light from Entergy which comes on in the night and goes off in the morning. 4. The sound system will only function during the hours the prayer garden is open. 5. No benches, chairs, etc… will be in the garden until a fence (with gate and lock) has been erected around the garden. 6. The prayer garden will not be available for general public use until a fence with a lock has been installed. Until such time, the applicant will keep the grounds of the prayer garden neat and clean and will begin planting trees, shrubs, plants, herbs and flowers. 7. If any Word of Outreach students, parents or staff desire to visit the prayer garden (prior to installation of the fence and other improvements) they will have to bring their own chairs, if they plan to sit. When they leave, they will take their chairs with them. The fence was to be combination of privacy fencing and chainlink. No improvements were to be placed on the property, other than landscaping, prior to the erection of the perimeter fencing with a gate and lock. The prayer garden has for the most part been completed as approved. Fencing has been installed, with gate and lock. The prayer stations are in place as is the landscaping. A dedication event was held in conjunction with commemorative services on September 11. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: A (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9291-A 5 Word of Outreach is now requesting a revision to the CUP to allow for additions to the prayer garden, creating what is being called “An Open Air Sanctuary Without Walls.” The proposed improvements consist of an 8’ X 16’ building containing an 8’ X 8’ handicap accessible restroom and an 8’ X 8’ storage space for chairs, tables and umbrellas for used during special functions to be held in the prayer garden. Also proposed are two gazebo buildings and a cover over the 25’ X 11’ concrete slab. The new cover will be over the 8’ X 8’ tool storage shed and will provide covering over sitting areas on either side of that structure. In response to questions raised at Subdivision Committee, the applicant submitted the following additional information: · The frequency of events and/or services, as related to the Dedication and Consecration Ceremony on 9/11 will not be the normal activities at the Throne of Grace Prayer Garden. The general public hours will be from 8:00 am – 8:00 pm. With the accompany of a Facilitator, individuals can enter into the Prayer Garden, per request to our 24 hour Prayer Hotline (501.663.0300), specifically for the purpose of meditation, prayer, reading, and/or relaxation, in the presence of The Lord. To keep from having loitering, and/or vagrancy, the gates will remained locked at all times. · Currently there are no future events scheduled. However, if we plan to have an event, the City will be notified to obtain needed Permits and private owned areas will be designated for parking. · The only speakers to be used, on a daily basis are the aforementioned small rock speakers by each bench for the soothing sounds of easy listening Christian instrumental music to create an ambience of restful atmosphere. If there is to be a special gathering that requires speakers or any manner of amplification, due to a Community function, a Special Permit would be requested for such activities. · There will be no additional lighting required at the Throne of Grace Prayer Garden for any activities that will take place. Staff has concerns with the applicant’s current proposal. Support for the initial prayer garden CUP was predicated on the concept of the prayer garden being a quiet, low-impact type of use. The primary use was to be creation of a space where individuals could come for times of reflection, meditation and prayer. As such, the use was viewed as having minimal effect on the surrounding residential neighborhood. As proposed now, the use begins to take the form of a formal meeting and gathering venue. As such, staff believes for potential would be there to affect the adjacent and nearby residences. Issues of concern such as parking and noise November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: A (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9291-A 6 became more evident. Staff does not support any changes to the current approved prayer garden CUP. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends denial of the revised CUP. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (OCTOBER 4, 2018) The applicant was not present. There were no objectors present. Staff informed the commission that the applicant had failed to complete the required notification to surrounding property owners and the item needed to be deferred. The item was placed on the consent agenda and deferred to the November 15, 2018 meeting by a vote of 10 ayes, 0 noes and 1 absent. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (NOVEMBER 15, 2018) Dr. Carolyn Smith was present, representing the application. There was one (1) objector present. Staff presented the revised conditional use permit application with a recommendation of denial. Dr. Carolyn Smith addressed the Commission in support of the application. She noted that the application was to add a public restroom to the prayer garden site and explained the need for the restrooms on the site. She stated that there were no other changes to the original application. Donald Mitchell addressed the Commission in opposition. He expressed concern with noise generated by the prayer garden. He also noted concern with traffic and parking in the neighborhood. Dana Carney, of the Planning Staff, clarified the applicant’s request and read directly from the applicant’s cover letter. Dr. Smith further explained the proposal, noting the proposed restroom as the only change. Jamie Collins, Director of Planning and Development, noted that the applicant was changing what was proposed with the revised conditional use permit and that the application probably needed to be deferred. The issue of deferral was briefly discussed. Dr. Smith requested deferral of the application. There was a motion to defer the application to the January 3, 2019 agenda. The motion passed by a vote of 6 ayes, 0 nays and 5 absent. The application was deferred. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 1 FILE NO.: Z-8486-B Name: Newton Group Home – Special Use Permit Location: 3517 West 25th Street Owner/Applicant: Terrell Newton Proposal: The request is to change the ownership of a previously approved Special Use Permit for a group home. A. Public Notification: All owners of property located within 200 feet of the site and the Love, Goodwill, and Stephens Area Faith Neighborhood Associations were notified of the public hearing. B. Public Works Issues: No Comments. C. Staff Analysis: The R-3 zoned property at 3517 West 35th Street is occupied by a one- story brick and frame residential structure. The property is located at the southeast corner of West 25th and S. Valentine Streets. There is two-car wide driveway from S. Valentine Street, with parking for six (6) vehicles. On-street parking is available along both West 25th and S. Valentine Streets. The residence is 2,700 square feet in area. On May 1, 2012 the City Board of Directors approved a Special Use Permit for 3517 West 25th Street to allow a group home for a maximum of eight (8) handicapped residents (female) and two (2) live-in house managers (with some in-house counseling). The Special Use Permit was issued to the property owners, Gaylon and Myriam Carter. Terrell Newton is the new property owner. According to Section 36-54(d) of the City’s Zoning Ordinance, Special Use Permits shall not be transferable in any manner. Permits cannot be transferred from owner to owner, location to location or use to use. Therefore, a new special use permit is requested for Mr. Newton, the new property owner. Mr. Newton proposes to continue to operate the group home as was previously approved. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8486-B 2 Following is the definition of a group home as found in Section 36-3 of the City’s Zoning Ordinance: “Group home means a facility that does not fall within another defined facility category within this section and which provides housing in a family-like environment to more than four (4) handicapped individuals. This use is permitted only as a special use as designated in this chapter.” The applicant notes that the total area of the residential structure is 2,700 square feet. The applicant proposes to house the residents in three (3) bedrooms as follows: Bedroom 1 – 255 square feet – 3 residents Bedroom 2 – 144 square feet – 2 residents (house managers) Bedroom 3 – 546 square feet – 5 residents Section 8-406(a) of the City’s Buildings and Building Regulations Ordinance (minimum area per dwelling unit) requires 150 square feet for the first occupant and 100 square feet for each additional occupant. Therefore, the minimum area for a residence occupied by 10 persons is 1,050 square feet. As noted earlier the residential structure contains 2,700 square feet. Section 8-406(b) (minimum area per bedroom) requires 70 square feet for the first occupant and 50 square feet for each additional occupant. The occupancy for the bedrooms as proposed conforms to this ordinance requirement. Section 36-54(e)(4) of the City’s Zoning Ordinance provides the following provisions, as adopted by the Board of Directors on September 6, 2005: 1. family care facility, group care facility, group home, parolee or probationer housing facility, rooming, lodging and boarding facility. (a) Separation, spacing and procedural requirements for family care facilities, group care facilities, group homes, parolee or probationer housing facilities and rooming, lodging and boarding facilities will be determined by the Planning Commission so as not to adversely impact the surrounding properties and neighborhood. Unless the commission determines that a different area is more appropriate, a November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8486-B 3 neighborhood shall be defined as an area incorporating all properties lying within one thousand five hundred (1,500) feet of the site for which the permit is requested. (b) There shall be a presumption that a special use permit for a group home of 5, 6, 7, or 8 handicapped persons will be granted if all ordinance requirements are met, except that individuals whose tenancy would constitute a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals of whose tenancy would result in substantial physical damage to the property of others shall not be allowed in such a home. (c) Issues that the planning commission will consider during its review of a family care facility, group care facility, group home, parolee or probationer housing facility, or rooming, lodging and boarding facility include, but are not limited to: 1. Spacing of existing similar facilities. 2. Existing zoning and land use patterns. 3. The maximum number of individuals proposed to be served, the number of employees proposed and the type of services being proposed. 4. The need and provision for readily accessible public or quasi-public transportation. 5. Access to needed support services such as social services agencies, employment agencies and medical service providers. 6. Availability of adequate on-site parking. (d) The Fire Marshal must approve the use of any structure proposed as a family care facility, group care facility, group home, parolee or probation housing facility or rooming, lodging and boarding facility. (e) Family care facilities, group care facilities, group homes and parole or probation housing facilities shall be operated within any and all applicable licensing and procedural requirements established by the State of Arkansas. The site is not located on a CATA bus route. Route #14 (Rosedale Route) runs along W. Roosevelt Road, approximately two (2) blocks to the south. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8486-B 4 The applicant previously submitted a copy of a Bill of Assurance for this neighborhood. The document was recorded in 1912. It is handwritten and not very legible. It addresses no use issues. An area survey previously conducted by staff revealed the following residential living facilities within 1,500 feet of this property: · Compassion Center – 3618 Roosevelt Road (Homeless shelter for 200-250 men) · Magnolia Retirement Facility – 3601 Roosevelt Road (Living facility for up to 183 retired or disabled persons) · Quality Living #1 – 3925 Asher Avenue (Chemical-free facility for 10-15 persons) · Quality Living #2 – 2900 S. Cedar Street (Chemical-free facility for 10-15 persons) · St. Francis House – 2701 S. Elm Street (Homeless shelter for 40-50 men) · Compassion Center – 4210 Asher Avenue (Homeless shelter for up to 43 women) Special Use Permits are not transferable in any manner. Permits cannot be transferred from owner to owner, location to location or use to use. Staff is supportive of the application for continued operation of a group home, as proposed by the applicant. Staff views the request as reasonable. As noted in Section 36-54(e)(4) of the code (page 3. of the staff report), there shall be a presumption that a special use permit for a group home of 5 to 8 handicapped persons will be granted if all ordinance requirements are met. Staff believes that is the case with the subject property. The current request represents nothing more than a change of property ownership for the existing group home. To staff’s knowledge there have been no complaints received for this property since the group home began operation. Staff believes the proposed group home is an appropriate use of this property. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8486-B 5 D. Subdivision Committee Comment: (October 24, 2018) Terrell Newton was present, representing the application. Staff presented the application, noting that Mr. Newton was the new owner of the property at 3517 West 25th Street. Staff noted that a special use permit for a group home had previously been approved for the property, and that Mr. Newton proposed to continue operating the group home as the new owner. Mr. Newton noted that there would be no changes to the operation of the previously approved group home. After a brief discussion, the Committee forwarded the application to the full Commission for resolution. E. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the Special Use Permit to allow continued operation of a group home at 3517 West 25th Street, subject to the following conditions: 1. A maximum of eight (8) handicapped residents will be allowed, with two (2) live-in house managers. 2. Compliance with all requirements as found in Section 36-54(e)(4) of the Code. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (NOVEMBER 15, 2018) The applicants were 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 6 ayes, 0 noes and 5 absent. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 2 FILE NO.: Z-9314-A Name: Newton Group Home – Special Use Permit Location: 8104 Stanton Road Owner: Gaylon Carter Applicant: Terrell Newton Proposal: The request is to change the ownership of a previously approved Special Use Permit for a group home. A. Public Notification: All owners of property located within 200 feet of the site and the Upper Baseline and SWLR United for Progress Neighborhood Associations were notified of the public hearing. B. Public Works Issues: No Comments. C. Staff Analysis: The R-2 zoned property at 8104 Stanton Road is occupied by a two-story single-family residential structure. The property is located on the west side of Stanton Road, south of Interstate 30. There is a two (2) car wide driveway from Stanton Road at the northeast corner of the property. An additional concrete parking pad is located within the front yard area. There is parking for approximately five (5) vehicles on the concrete driveway and parking pad areas. On April 19, 2018 the Planning Commission approved a Special Use Permit for 8104 Stanton Road to allow a group home for a maximum of five (5) handicapped residents (female) and one (1) live-in house manager (with some in-house counseling/classes). The Special Use Permit was issued to the property owner, Gaylon Carter. Terrell Newton is in the process of purchasing the property. According to Section 36-54(d) of the City’s Zoning Ordinance, Special Use Permits shall not be transferable in any manner. Permits cannot be transferred from owner to owner, location to location or use to use. Therefore, a new Special Use Permit is requested for Mr. Newton, the new property owner. Mr. Newton proposes November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 2 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9314-A 2 to continue to operate the group home as was previously approved, with the only change being that the residents will be male instead of female. Following is the definition of a group home as found in Section 36-3 of the City’s Zoning Ordinance: “Group home means a facility that does not fall within another defined facility category within this section and which provides housing in a family-like environment to more than four (4) handicapped individuals. This use is permitted only as a special use as designated in this chapter.” The applicant notes that the total area of the residential structure is 1,832 square feet. The applicant proposes to continue to house the residents in three (3) bedrooms as follows: Bedroom 1 – 110 square feet – 1 occupant (Resident Manager) Bedroom 2 – 240 square feet – 4 occupants (first floor) Bedroom 3 – 112 square feet – 1 occupant (second floor) Section 8-406(a) of the City’s Buildings and Building Regulations Ordinance (minimum area per dwelling unit) requires 150 square feet for the first occupant and 100 square feet for each additional occupant. Therefore, the minimum area for a residence occupied by six (6) persons (5 residents plus 1 manager) is 650 square feet. As noted earlier the residential structure contains 1,832 square feet. Section 8-406(b) (minimum area per bedroom) requires 70 square feet for the first occupant and 50 square feet for each additional occupant. The occupancy for the bedrooms as proposed conforms to this ordinance requirement. Section 36-54(e)(4) of the City’s Zoning Ordinance provides the following provisions, as adopted by the Board of Directors on September 6, 2005: 1. family care facility, group care facility, group home, parolee or probationer housing facility, rooming, lodging and boarding facility. (a) Separation, spacing and procedural requirements for family care facilities, group care facilities, group homes, parolee or probationer housing facilities and rooming, lodging and boarding facilities will be determined by the Planning Commission so as not to adversely impact the surrounding November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 2 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9314-A 3 properties and neighborhood. Unless the commission determines that a different area is more appropriate, a neighborhood shall be defined as an area incorporating all properties lying within one thousand five hundred (1,500) feet of the site for which the permit is requested. (b) There shall be a presumption that a special use permit for a group home of 5, 6, 7, or 8 handicapped persons will be granted if all ordinance requirements are met, except that individuals whose tenancy would constitute a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals of whose tenancy would result in substantial physical damage to the property of others shall not be allowed in such a home. (c) Issues that the planning commission will consider during its review of a family care facility, group care facility, group home, parolee or probationer housing facility, or rooming, lodging and boarding facility include, but are not limited to: 1. Spacing of existing similar facilities. 2. Existing zoning and land use patterns. 3. The maximum number of individuals proposed to be served, the number of employees proposed and the type of services being proposed. 4. The need and provision for readily accessible public or quasi-public transportation. 5. Access to needed support services such as social services agencies, employment agencies and medical service providers. 6. Availability of adequate on-site parking. (d) The Fire Marshal must approve the use of any structure proposed as a family care facility, group care facility, group home, parolee or probation housing facility or rooming, lodging and boarding facility. (e) Family care facilities, group care facilities, group homes and parole or probation housing facilities shall be operated within any and all applicable licensing and procedural requirements established by the State of Arkansas. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 2 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9314-A 4 The site is not located on a Rock Region METRO bus route. Route #22 (University Avenue/Mabelvale Route) runs along I-30 Frontage Road to the north, and Route #23 (Baseline/Southwest Route) runs along Baseline Road to the south. There is no bill of assurance for this property as per Pulaski County Courthouse personnel. An area survey previously conducted by staff revealed no existing similar facilities within 1,500 feet of the subject property. Special Use Permits are not transferable in any manner. Permits cannot be transferred from owner to owner, location to location or use to use. Staff is supportive of the application for a group home, as proposed by the applicant. Staff views the request as reasonable. As noted in Section 36-54(e)(4) of the code (page 3. of the staff report), there shall be a presumption that a special use permit for a group home of 5 to 8 handicapped persons will be granted if all ordinance requirements are met. Staff believes that is the case with the subject property. The current request represents nothing more than a change of property ownership for the existing group home. To staff’s knowledge there have been no complaints received for this property since the group home began operation. Staff believes the proposed group home is an appropriate use of this property. D. Subdivision Committee Comment: (October 24, 2018) Terrell Newton was present, representing the application. Staff presented the application, noting that Mr. Newton was in the process of purchasing the property at 8104 Stanton Road. Staff noted that a special use permit for a group home had previously been approved for the property, and that Mr. Newton proposed to continue operating the group home as the new owner. Mr. Newton noted that there would be no changes to the operation of the previously approved group home, except that the residents would be male instead of female. After a brief discussion, the Committee forwarded the application to the full Commission for resolution. E. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the Special Use Permit to allow continued operation of a group home at 8104 Stanton Road, subject to the following conditions: November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 2 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9314-A 5 1. A maximum of five (5) handicapped residents will be allowed, with one (1) live-in house manager. 2. Compliance with all requirements as found in Section 36-54(e)(4) of the Code. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (NOVEMBER 15, 2018) The applicants were 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 6 ayes, 0 noes and 5 absent. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 3 FILE NO.: Z-9370 Owner: Kelli Reep Applicant: Kelli Reep Location: 8900 South Heights Road Area: 0.685 Acre Request: Rezone from R-2 to C-1 Purpose: Future commercial development Existing Use: Single family residential SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING North – Mixed commercial uses (across Baseline Road); zoned C-1, C-3, C-4 and PCD South – Single family residences; zoned R-2 East – Commercial strip center (across South Heights Road); zoned R-2 West – Office uses, church and single family residences; zoned O-3, C-3 and R-2 A. PUBLIC WORKS COMMENTS: 1. Baseline Road is classified on the Master Street Plan as a principal arterial with special design standards. Dedication of right-of-way to 45 feet from centerline will be required. 2. Due to the proposed use of the property, the Master Street Plan specifies that S. Heights Road for the frontage of this property must meet commercial street standards. Dedicate right-of-way to 30 feet from centerline. 3. A 20 foot radial dedication of right-of-way is required at the intersection of Baseline Road and S. Heights Road. B. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT: The site is located on Rock Region Metro bus route #23 (Baseline/Southwest Route). November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 3 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9370 2 C. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION: All owners of property located within 200 feet of the site and the Upper Baseline, OUR and SWLR United for Progress Neighborhood Associations were notified of the public hearing. D. LAND USE ELEMENT: Planning Division: This request is located in Geyer Springs East Planning District. The Land Use Plan shows Mixed Office and Commercial (MOC) for this property. The Mixed Office and Commercial provides for a mixture of office and commercial uses to occur. Acceptable uses are office or mixed office and commercial. A Planned Zoning District is required if the use is mixed office and commercial. The applicant has applied for a rezoning from R-2 (Single Family District) to C-1 (neighborhood commercial district) to allow future commercial as an allowable use. Master Street Plan: North of the property is Baseline Road and it shown as a Principal Arterial on the Master Street Plan. East of the property is South Heights Road and it shown as a Local Street on the Master Street Plan. The primary function of a Principal Arterial Street is to serve through traffic and to connect major traffic generator or activity centers within an urbanized area. Entrances and exits should be limited to minimize negative effects of traffic and pedestrians on Baseline Road since it is a Principal Arterial. The primary function of a Local Street is to provide access to adjacent properties. Local Streets that are abutted by non-residential zoning/use or more intensive zoning than duplexes are considered as “Commercial Streets”. A Collector design standard is used for Commercial Streets. These streets may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements. Bicycle Plan: A Class II Bike Lane is shown along Baseline Road. Bike Lanes provide a portion of the pavement for the sole use of bicycles. E. STAFF ANALYSIS: Kelli Reep, owner of the 0.685 acre property located at 8900 South Heights Road, is requesting to rezone the property from “R-2” Single Family District to “C-1” Neighborhood Commercial District. The rezoning is proposed for future commercial redevelopment of the property. The property is located at the southwest corner of South Heights Road and Baseline Road. A one-story rock and frame single family residence is located within the north half of the property. A two-car wide carport/storage building is November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 3 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9370 3 located at the southeast corner of the residence. A two-car wide gravel driveway from South Heights Road serves as access to the carport structure. The property is located in an area of mixed uses and zoning. Mixed commercial uses, zoned C-1, C-3, C-4 and PCD, are located across Baseline Road to the north. Single family residences are located to the south. A commercial strip center (zoned R-2) and C-1 zoned property are located to the east. Mixed office- type uses, including a church, are located on the R-2, O-3 and C-3 zoned property to the west. The City’s Future Land Use Plan designates this property as Mixed Office and Commercial (MOC). The requested C-1 zoning does not require an amendment to the plan. Staff is supportive of the requested C-1 rezoning. Staff views the request as reasonable. The property is located in an area of mixed zoning and uses along Baseline Road, a principal arterial roadway. Existing O-3, C-1 and C-3 zoned properties are located along the south side of Baseline Road in this immediate area. Therefore, the proposed C-1 zoning will represent a continuation of the zoning pattern in this area. Staff believes rezoning this property to C-1 will have no adverse impact on the adjacent properties or the general area. F. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested C-1 rezoning. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (NOVEMBER 15, 2018) The applicants were 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 6 ayes, 0 noes and 5 absent. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 4 FILE NO.: Z-9371 Owner: City of Little Rock Applicant: City of Little Rock Location: 2701 Barber Street and 2705/2800/2818 Welch Street Area: 0.68 Acre (4 lots) Request: Rezone from I-2 to R-4 Purpose: To construct one (1) duplex structure on each of the four (4) lots Existing Use: Undeveloped lots SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING North – Single family residences and vacant lots; zoned I-2 South – Single family residences and vacant lots; zoned I-2 East – Single family residences and vacant lots; zoned I-2 West – Single family residences and vacant lots; zoned I-2 A. PUBLIC WORKS COMMENTS: 1. At time of building permit, the new finished floor elevation of the new structures should be located 1 foot or more above the base flood elevation. An elevation certificate is required to be prepared for each structure within the 100 year floodplain prior to the issuance of the final certificate of occupancy. The properties are located within or on the fringe of the 100 year floodplain. 2. At time of building permit, a special Grading Permit for Flood Hazard Areas will be required per Sec. 8-283 prior to construction. 3. At time of building permit, each property will be allowed a single driveway, a maximum 20 ft. in width, and constructed of concrete. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 4 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9371 2 B. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT: The lots are not located on a Rock Region Metro bus route. Routes #6 (Granite Mountain Route) and #19 (Hensley Express Route) run along E. Roosevelt Road to the north and Springer Blvd. to the east. C. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION: All owners of property located within 200 feet of the site and the Community Outreach Neighborhood Association were notified of the public hearing. D. LAND USE ELEMENT: Planning Division: This request is located in I-30 Planning District. The Land Use Plan shows Mixed Use (MX) for this property. The Mixed Use provides for a mixture of residential, office and commercial uses to occur. A Planned Zoning District is required if the use is entirely office or commercial or if the use is a mixture of the three. The applicant has applied for a rezoning from I-2 (Light Industrial District) to R-4 (Two-Family District) to allow a one duplex on each lot as an allowable use. Master Street Plan: West of the properties is Barber Street and it shown as a Local Street on the Master Street Plan. West of the properties is Welch Street and it shown as a Local Street on the Master Street Plan. East of the properties is Welch Street and it shown as a Local Street on the Master Street Plan. North of the properties is 28th Street and it shown as a Local Street on the Master Street Plan. The primary function of a Local Street is to provide access to adjacent properties. Local Streets that are abutted by non-residential zoning/use or more intensive zoning than duplexes are considered as “Commercial Streets”. A Collector design standard is used for Commercial Streets. These streets may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements for entrances and exits to the site. Bicycle Plan: There are no bike routes shown in the immediate vicinity. E. STAFF ANALYSIS: The City of Little Rock, owner of the property located at 2701 Barber Street and 2705, 2800 and 2818 Welch Street, is requesting to rezone the property from “I-2” Light Industrial District to “R-4” Two-Family District. The rezoning is proposed to allow for the future construction of one (1) duplex structure on each of the four (4) lots. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 4 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9371 3 The subject property is comprised of four (4) non-contiguous lots with a total area of 0.68 acre. The lots are located within the Barber Avenue Subdivision and Owen’s Subdivision, of Blocks 3 and 6, Watkin’s Addition. This subdivision is located south of E. Roosevelt Road and west of Springer Blvd. The lots are currently undeveloped and mostly grass covered. The subject lots are located in an area predominantly zoned I-2. There are several single family residences and a number of vacant lots within this subdivision. A few non-residential uses are located within the south and east (along Springer Blvd.) portions of this area. Mixed commercial uses are located to the north along E. Roosevelt Road. The City’s Future Land Use Plan designates this property as Mixed Use (MX). The requested R-4 zoning does not require an amendment to the plan. Staff is supportive of the requested R-4 rezoning. Staff views the request as reasonable. The property is located in an area comprised predominantly of single family homes and undeveloped residential-sized platted lots. The construction of four (4) duplex structures within this area will only be as minor increase in the original platted density. The new construction may help revitalize this small area of residential surrounded by commercial and industrial zoned property. Staff believes rezoning these four (4) lots to R-4 will have no adverse impact on the adjacent properties or the general area. F. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested R-4 rezoning. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (NOVEMBER 15, 2018) Staff presented the application with a recommendation of approval. There was one (1) objector present and two (2) persons present with concerns. Nathaniel Click addressed the Commission in opposition. He stated he thought homeless persons would be residing on the properties. He noted concern with substandard roadways in the area and code violations in the neighborhood. Stan Hastings addressed the Commission with questions. He asked who would be building the duplexes and if it would be part of Jericho Way. He noted that he was opposed to transitional housing, but would not be opposed if the duplexes were rented to the public. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 4 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9371 4 Ben Hartz noted that he had the same concerns as the previous spokesperson. He stated that he would be opposed if the duplexes were utilized for homeless persons. Jamie Collins, Director of Planning and Development, explained that the rezoning request could not address problems with the roadways or code violations. He briefly discussed the history of the subdivision. He noted that the buyer of the lots would be DePaul USA. He stated that the duplexes would be for lower income families and not housing for the homeless. He noted that the residents would rent the units. Commissioner Thomas asked if the development of the lots would be an extension of Jericho Way. Mr. Collins noted that Jericho Way is managed by DePaul USA. He again noted that the duplex units would be rented based on the income of the residents. Commissioner May made comments about the Jericho Way program and lower income residents as opposed to homeless residents. Shawn Overton, City Attorney’s Office, noted that the rental units would be focused on providing housing to veterans. There was a motion to approve the requested R-4 rezoning. The motion passed by a vote of 6 ayes, 0 nays and 5 absent. The application was approved. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 5 FILE NO.: LU18-19-01 Name: Land Use Plan Amendment – Chenal Planning District Location: Northeast of Rahling Road and Kirk Road Intersection between Chenal Village Circle and Rahling Road. Request: Residential Low (RL) to Office (O) Source: White-Daters & Associates, Inc. PROPOSAL / REQUEST: Land Use Plan amendment in the Chenal Planning District from Residential Low (RL) to Office (O). Office represents services provided directly to consumers (e.g., legal, financial, medical) as well as general offices which support more basic economic activities. EXISTING LAND USE AND ZONING: The area is currently zoned R-2 and is 12 acres ± in size. North of the property is Chenal Village Lane, zoned as Plan Development Residential (PD-R) and mostly vacant. The south of the property is zoned as General Office District (O-3) and currently a medical office, bank and a middle school. The east of the property is zoned as Open Space (OS), owned by Deltic Properties, currently vacant, and west of the property is R-2 zoned and it is currently Chenal Valley Baptist Church. FUTURE LAND USE PLAN AND RECENT AMENDMENTS: The property is currently shown as Residential Low density (RL) on the plan, it is vacant and wooded land and 12 acres ± in size. North of the property is Chenal Village Circle, it is Residential Low (RL) on the plan and mostly vacant, south of the property is Mixed Use (MX) and is a Middle School and Bank of Ozk, east of the property is Park/Open Space (PK/OS) along Rahling Road. West of the property is shown as Public Institution (PI) and it is occupied by Chenal Valley Baptist Church. On January 20, 2004, by ordinance number 19039, a change was made from O to MX to the south of the property at the southwest corner of Rahling Road and Champlin and on the south side of Rahling Road approximately three hundred feet east of Champlin Road be amended to Mixed Use. On August 19, 2014, by ordinance number 20921, a change was made from RL to PI to the west of property at Northeast of Kirk-Rahling Road intersection. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 5 (Cont.) FILE NO.: LU18-19-01 2 MASTER STREET PLAN: To the south of area is Rahling Road, to the southwest of the property is Kirk Road and they are both shown as a Minor Arterials 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 Rahling Road and Kirk Road since they are Minor Arterials. These streets may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements for entrances and exits to the site. BICYCLE PLAN: There is a Class I Bike Path all along Rahling Road and a Class III Bike Route on Kirk Road from Rahling till Wellington Village Road. A Class I Bike Path is built separate from or alongside a road. Additional paving and right of way may be required. A Class III Bike Route is a signed route on a street shared with traffic. No additional paving or right-of-way is required. Class III bicycle route signage may be required. PARKS: There are no public parks shown in the immediate vicinity. HISTORIC DISTRICTS: There are no city recognized historic districts that would be affected by this amendment. ANALYSIS: The property requested for this application is northeast of the Rahling Road and Kirk Road Intersection between Chenal Village Circle and Rahling Road. It is currently shown as Residential Low density (RL) on Land Use Plan. The request for the area is amending 12± acres of RL use between PI and PK/OS uses to the Office (O) use. Along Rahling Road there is a Residential High density (RH) use at North West and there is a Residential Low density (RL) use at North East and South West of Rahling/Pebble Beach Intersection which continues all the way up to the Hinson/Taylor Loop Intersection and afterwards to Cantrell Road. In addition to these residential uses there is also approximately ±24 acres of multifamily development to the south of Chenal Valley Drive/Rahling intersection. The office uses shown on future land use plan are approximately ±15 acres along Rahling Road. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 5 (Cont.) FILE NO.: LU18-19-01 3 Along Rahling Road is mostly Mixed Use (MX), Commercial (C), Neighborhood Commercial (NC), and Office (O) uses. To the east and north east of the property is Park and Open Space (PK/OS) and vacant. The PK/OS to the north of Rahling Road is approximately half a mile long and just across this long strip PK/OS there is a half a mile long strip Neighborhood Commercial (NC) use. To the north of this NC is approximately +14 acres of vacant office use and to the south of this NC is approximately +20 acres of Residential Medium (RM) use. To the west of the property is Public Institution (PI) and occupied by Chenal Valley Baptist church. To the south across the amendment requested area is a Mixed Use (MX) and occupied by a middle school, bank, and a neighborhood medical center. To the west of this MX use to the SE of the Kirk/Rahling Road intersection there is Neighborhood Commercial (NC) use which is recently (on 2018) built two floor dentist clinic. To the south of that MX there is a Residential High (RH) use and it is currently a 12 acres of multifamily development. To the north of the property is an approved Planned District Residential development (PD-R). The construction this elderly housing development has already started there and the amendment requested area is not part of this development. The office land uses supply and demand balance in the area is less than the residential uses supply and demand in that area according the numbers mentioned. This area should not be adversely affected by the proposed changed of Residential Low Density to Office use. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: Notice was sent to the following neighborhood association: Village of Wellington Community Association. Staff has received no comments from area residents and neighborhood association. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff believes the change is appropriate since the Office use is complying with the other non-residential uses and since it will not affect the current residential use density along Rahling Road. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (NOVEMBER 15, 2018) The item was placed on the consent agenda for approval. By a vote of 6 for, 0 against and 5 absent the consent agenda was approved. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 5.1 FILE NO.: Z-9372 Owner: Potlatch Deltic Real Estate, LLC Applicant: Joe White, White-Daters and Associates Location: North side of Rahling Road, east of Kirk Road Area: 5.9 Acres Request: Rezone from R-2 to O-3 Purpose: Future office development Existing Use: Undeveloped SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING North – Residential uses; zoned PD-R South – Commercial strip center and apartment complex (across Rahling Road); zoned O-3 and MF-18 East – Undeveloped property; zoned R-2 and OS West – Church and undeveloped property; zoned R-2, O-2 and C-1 A. PUBLIC WORKS COMMENTS: 1. The existing right-of-way width complies with the MSP standards. B. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT: The site is not located on a Rock Region Metro bus route. C. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION: All owners of property located within 200 feet of the site and the Villages of Wellington Neighborhood Association were notified of the public hearing. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 5.1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9372 2 D. LAND USE ELEMENT: Planning Division: This request is located in Chenal Planning District. The Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density Use (RL) for this property. Residential Low category provides for single family homes at densities not to exceed 6 dwelling units per acre. Such residential development is typically characterized by conventional single family homes, but may also include patio or garden homes and cluster homes, provided that the density remain less than 6 units per acre. The applicant has applied for a Rezoning from R-2 (Single Family District) to O-3 (General Office District) to allow an office as an allowable use. A Land Use Plan Amendment in the Chenal Planning District from Residential Low Density (RL) to Office (O) northeast of Rahling Road and Kirk Road intersection between Chenal Village Circle and Rahling Road accompanies this application. Master Street Plan: South of the property is Rahling Road is a Minor Arterial on the Master Street 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 Rahling Road since it is a Minor Arterial. This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements for entrances and exits to the site. Bicycle Plan: A Class I Bike Path is shown along Rahling Road. 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 (replacing the sidewalk). E. STAFF ANALYSIS: Potlatch Deltic Real Estate, LLC, owner of the 5.9 acre property located on the north side of Rahling Road, east of Kirk Road, is requesting to rezone the property from “R-2” Single Family District to “O-3” General Office District. The rezoning is proposed to allow future office development of the property. The 5.9 acre property is currently undeveloped and mostly tree covered. The southwest portion of the property appears to have been cleared at some time in the past. The property has varying degrees of slope. The church development immediately to the west is at a higher elevation than most of the subject property. The subject property is located in an area of mixed uses and zoning. A residential development, zoned PD-R, is located to the north. Commercial/office strip center buildings and a multifamily development, zoned O-3, C-1 and MF-18, are located across Rahling Road to the south. Undeveloped R-2 and OS zoned November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 5.1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9372 3 property is located to the east. A church and undeveloped O-2 and C-1 zoned property is located to the west. The City’s Future Land Use Plan designates this property as Residential Low Density (RL). A land use plan amendment from Residential Low Density (RL) to Office (O) is a separate application on this agenda. Staff is supportive of the requested O-3 rezoning. Staff views the request as reasonable. The property is located in an area of mixed zoning and uses along Rahling Road, a minor arterial roadway. Existing O-2, O-3 and C-1 zoned properties are located along the north and south sides of Rahling Road in this immediate area. Therefore, the proposed O-3 zoning will represent a continuation of the zoning pattern along this section of Rahling Road. Staff believes rezoning this property to O-3 will have no adverse impact on the adjacent properties or the general area. F. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested O-3 rezoning. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (NOVEMBER 15, 2018) The applicants were 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 6 ayes, 0 noes and 5 absent. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 6 FILE NO.: Z-9373 Owner: Potlatch Deltic Real Estate, LLC Applicant: Joe White, White-Daters and Associates Location: Northeast corner of Rahling Road and St. Vincent Way Area: 9.9 Acres Request: Rezone from C-2 to C-3 Purpose: Future commercial development Existing Use: Undeveloped SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING North – Undeveloped property (across Rahling Road); zoned C-3 South – St. Vincent West (across St. Vincent Way); zoned POD East – Shopping Center; zoned C-2 West – Undeveloped property; zoned O-3, C-3, PCD and OS A. PUBLIC WORKS COMMENTS: 1. Rahling Road is classified on the Master Street Plan as a minor arterial. A dedication of right-of-way 45 feet from centerline will be required. 2. St. Vincent Way is classified on the Master Street Plan as a collector street. A dedication of right-of-way 30 feet from centerline will be required. B. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT: The site is not located on a Rock Region Metro bus route. C. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION: All owners of property located within 200 feet of the site and the Witry Court Neighborhood Association were notified of the public hearing. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 6 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9373 2 D. LAND USE ELEMENT: Planning Division: This request is located in Chenal Planning District. The Land Use Plan shows Commercial (C) for this property. The Commercial category includes a broad range of retail and wholesale sales of products, personal and professional services, and general business activities. Commercial activities vary in type and scale, depending on the trade area that they serve. The applicant has applied for rezoning from C-2 (Shopping Center District) to C-3 (General Commercial Development) to allow general commercial as an allowable use. Master Street Plan: North of the property is Rahling Road is a Minor Arterial on the Master Street Plan. South of the property is Saint Vincent Way Drive and it shown as a Collector on the Master Street 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 Rahling Road since it is a Minor Arterial. The primary function of a Collector Road is to provide a connection from Local Streets to Arterials. This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements for entrances and exits to the site. Bicycle Plan: A Class I Bike Path is shown along Rahling Road. A Bike Path is to be a paved 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 (replacing the sidewalk). E. STAFF ANALYSIS: Potlatch Deltic Real Estate, LLC, owner of the 9.9 acres located at the northeast corner of Rahling Road and St. Vincent Way, is requesting to rezone the property from “C-2” Shopping Center District to “C-3” General Commercial District. The rezoning is proposed to allow future commercial development of the property. The property is currently undeveloped and mostly tree covered. The property appears to have very little slope. The elevation of the property is slightly lower than the elevation of the adjacent roadways. The subject property is located in an area of mixed uses and zoning. Undeveloped C-3 zoned property is located across Rahling Road to the north. St. Vincent West is located on the POD zoned property to the south across St. Vincent Way. The Promenade Shopping Center is located on the C-2 zoned property to the east. Undeveloped C-3, O-3 and OS zoned property is located to the west. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 6 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9373 3 The City’s Future Land Use Plan designates this property as Commercial (C). The requested C-3 zoning does not require an amendment to the plan. Staff is supportive of the requested C-3 rezoning. Staff views the request as reasonable. The property is located in an area of mixed zoning and uses between Kanis Road to the south and Chenal Parkway to the north. The property abuts a large shopping center development. Existing O-3, POD, C-2, C-3 and PCD zoned properties are located in this immediate area along Rahling Road and St. Vincent Way. The City’s Future Land Use Plan designates this property as Commercial (C). Therefore, the proposed C-3 zoning will represent a continuation of the zoning pattern in this area. Staff believes rezoning this property to C-3 will have no adverse impact on the adjacent properties or the general area. F. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested C-3 rezoning. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (NOVEMBER 15, 2018) The applicants were 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 6 ayes, 0 noes and 5 absent. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 7 FILE NO.: Z-8263-B NAME: Sullivan Duplex – Conditional Use Permit LOCATION: 310 N. Van Buren Street OWNER/APPLICANT: Sullivan Investment Group, LLC/Josh Sullivan PROPOSAL: A conditional use permit is requested to convert the existing single family residence into a duplex residence on this R-3 zoned property. 1. SITE LOCATION: The property is located on the west side of N. Van Buren Street, between “B” and “C” Streets. 2. COMPATIBILITY WITH NEIGHBORHOOD: The property is located in an area of mixed uses and zoning. The areas north, east and west of the site contain a number of single family residences. There are duplexes and multi-unit residential structures scattered throughout this neighborhood. An office use (PD-O) is located at the northwest corner of N. Van Buren and “C” Streets. A multi-unit residential structure is located at the northeast corner of this intersection. Several non-residential uses are located to the south along N. Van Buren Street, including O-3, PD-O and PCD zoned properties. The applicant proposes to convert the existing single family residence to a duplex. The proposed use is compatible with uses in the area. Notice of public hearing was sent to the Hillcrest Residents Neighborhood Association. 3. ON SITE DRIVES AND PARKING: An alley right-of-way is located along the north property line. A concrete driveway extends from the alley to a one-car wide garage at the rear of the residential structure. The applicant proposes to construct three (3) gravel parking spaces within the rear yard area to serve the proposed duplex. The parking spaces will be located off the alley and will be bordered as per ordinance requirements. 4. SCREENING AND BUFFERS: No Comments. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 7 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8263-B 2 5. PUBLIC WORKS: 1. Van Buren Street is classified on the Master Street Plan as a minor arterial with special design standards. A dedication of right-of-way 35 feet from centerline will be required. 2. Parking is not permitted within the public alley including partially parking with the vehicle extending over the property line. Where is parking proposed to be provided? 6. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/BUILDING CODES: Little Rock Reclamation Authority: Ensure that sewer service materials meet current specifications. Entergy: Entergy does not object to this proposal. There do not appear to be any conflicts with existing electrical utilities at this location. It appears that service is already being provided to the existing structure. Contact Entergy in advance to discuss electrical service requirements, extensions, or adjustments to existing facilities (if any) as this project proceeds. Centerpoint Energy: No comments received. AT&T: No comments received. Central Arkansas Water: No comments received Fire Department: Full plan review Building Codes: No comments received. 7. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING: County Planning: No Comments. Rock Region METRO: No Comments. Planning Division: No Comments. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (OCTOBER 24, 2018) Josh Sullivan was present, representing the application. Staff presented the application, noting that some additional information was needed. Staff noted that the area of each unit was needed, and that three (3) off-street parking spaces November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 7 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8263-B 3 were required to serve the proposed duplex use. In response to questions from staff, Mr. Sullivan noted that both units would be rental and that separate utilities would be requested for each unit. The Public Works requirements were discussed. The requirement for right-of- way dedication was briefly discussed. After the discussion, the Committee forwarded the application to the full Commission for resolution. STAFF ANALYSIS: The applicant is requesting approval of a conditional use permit to allow for the conversion of the single family residence at 310 N. Van Buren Street to a duplex (two-family residence). The property is occupied by a two-story frame single family residence located within the east half of the property. The front portion of the house is one (1) story in height, with a second story over the rear garage portion of the structure. An alley right-of-way is located along the north side property line. A one-car wide driveway extends from the alley to the one-car wide garage at the west end of the residence. The applicant proposes to have the front, one-story portion of the residence (1,000 square feet) to be one (1) duplex unit, with the rear, two-story portion (500 square feet) being the second dwelling unit. The garage will be converted to living space for the rear unit. The applicant proposes to construct three (3) gravel parking spaces within the rear yard area, with access from the alley. The parking spaces will be bordered as per ordinance requirements. The applicant responded to issues raised at Subdivision Committee and submitted a revised plan delineating the two (2) dwelling units and providing the required off-street parking as per Section 36-502 of the City’s Zoning Ordinance. The applicant also noted at the Subdivision Committee meeting that both units will be rental and that separate utilities will be requested for each unit. Staff knows of no outstanding issues associated with this application. Staff believes the proposed conversion of the existing single family residence to a duplex is an appropriate use for the site. The proposed use will be compatible with the neighborhood. The overall neighborhood contains numerous other duplex and multi-unit residential structures in combination with single family residences. 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. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 7 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8263-B 4 PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (NOVEMBER 15, 2018) The applicants were 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 6 ayes, 0 noes and 5 absent. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 8 FILE NO.: Z-8669-B NAME: Martinez Accessory Dwelling – Conditional Use Permit LOCATION: 8505 Calleghan Road OWNER/APPLICANT: Rutilo Gomez Martinez/Ivan Martinez PROPOSAL: A conditional use permit is requested to allow for the placement of a double-wide manufactured home to serve as an accessory dwelling located on this R-7A zoned property. 1. SITE LOCATION: The site is located on the east side of Calleghan Road, approximately 850 feet north of W. Baseline Road. 2. COMPATIBILITY WITH NEIGHBORHOOD: The property is located in an area of comprised predominately of R-2 zoned undeveloped property. There is a scattering of single family homes within this area north of W. Baseline Road. A church is located across Calleghan Road to the west. The Otter Creek Neighborhood is located to the southeast, south of W. Baseline Road. The applicant proposes to add an accessory dwelling to the property. The proposed use is compatible with uses in the area. Notice of the public hearing was sent to the Otter Creek and SWLR United for Progress Neighborhood Associations. 3. ON SITE DRIVES AND PARKING: There is an existing concrete driveway from Calleghan Road at the southwest corner of the property. The driveway leads to the existing single family residence at the southeast corner of the property. The applicant proposes to construct a new concrete driveway near the northwest corner of the property to serve the proposed second dwelling within the north half of the property. 4. SCREENING AND BUFFERS: No Comments. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 8 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8669-B 2 5. PUBLIC WORKS: 1. Calleghan Road is classified on the Master Street Plan as a collector street. A dedication of right-of-way 30 feet from centerline will be required. 2. All driveways shall be concrete aprons per City Ordinance. 6. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/BUILDING CODES: Little Rock Reclamation Water: Outside Service Boundary - No Comment. Entergy: Entergy does not object to this proposal. There do not appear to be any conflicts with existing electrical utilities at this location. There is an existing single phase, overhead power line on the west side of Calleghan Road at this location. Contact Entergy in advance to discuss electrical service requirements, or adjustments to existing facilities (if any) as this project proceeds. Centerpoint Energy: No comments received. AT&T: No comments received. Central Arkansas Water: No comments received. Fire Department: No comments. Building Codes: No comments received. 7. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING: Rock Region METRO: No comments. County Planning: · Provide AHD approval for septic system for new manufactured home. · Dedicate R/W by quitclaim deed for Calleghan Road with Pulaski County as the recipient. · Contact Jim Cranor at (501) 340-8265 for more information. Planning Division: No comments. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 8 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8669-B 3 SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (OCTOBER 24, 2018) Ivan Martinez was present, representing the application. Staff presented the application, noting that some additional information was needed. In response to questions from staff, Mr. Martinez noted that the second dwelling on the property would be only for family members and not rented. He also noted that separate utilities would be requested for each dwelling. The Public Works requirements were briefly discussed. After the discussion, the Committee forwarded the application to the full Commission for resolution. STAFF ANALYSIS: The applicant is requesting approval of a conditional use permit to allow for an accessory dwelling (second dwelling) to be located on the R-7A zoned property at 8505 Calleghan Road. The property is comprised of four (4) acres and is located on the east side of Calleghan Road, north of W. Baseline Road. An existing single family residence (manufactured home) is located at the southeast corner of the property, with an access drive from Calleghan Road at the southwest corner. A metal storage building/garage and a carport are located near the southwest corner of the property. The proposed second dwelling will be a 28 foot by 70 foot double-wide manufactured home. The proposed second dwelling will be one-story in height and will be located within the north half of the property. The applicant proposes to construct a new concrete driveway from Calleghan Road near the northwest corner of the property to serve the proposed second dwelling. The existing residence on the property is approximately 1,500 square feet in area. The proposed second dwelling will be 1,960 square feet. Therefore, the existing residence will be considered the accessory dwelling. Placement of the second dwelling must conform with the following siting criteria as found in Section 36-262(d) (2) of the City’s Zoning Ordinances: a. A pitched roof of three (3) in twelve (12) or fourteen (14) degrees or greater. b. Removal of all transport features. c. Permanent foundation. d. Exterior wall finished in a manner compatible with the neighborhood. e. Underpinning with permanent materials. f. Orientation compatible with placement of adjacent structures. g. Off-street parking per single-family dwelling standards. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 8 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8669-B 4 The applicant responded to issues raised at Subdivision Committee. At the Subdivision Committee meeting the applicant noted that the second dwelling proposed for the site would be for a family member of the property owner, and that the dwelling would not be rented. The applicant also noted that separate utilities would be requested for the second dwelling. Staff knows of no outstanding issues associated with this application. The proposed second dwelling will confirm with minimum building setback requirements from all property lines. Staff believes the proposed second, accessory dwelling is an appropriate use for the site. The site is comprised of four (4) acres of property and will contain two (2) single family residences. There are several other manufactured homes in this general area on large lots. Therefore, the placement of a second manufactured home on this four (4) acre site will not be out of character with the neighborhood. 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 5, 6 and 7 of the agenda staff report. 2. Placement of the second manufactured home must conform with the siting criteria as found in Section 36-262 (d) (2) of the City’s Zoning Ordinance. 3. The second dwelling on the site must be occupied by a family member of the property owner and not rented. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (NOVEMBER 15, 2018) The applicants were 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 6 ayes, 0 noes and 5 absent. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 9 FILE NO.: Z-9369 NAME: Valley Springs Cottages Community Building – Conditional Use Permit LOCATION: Southwest corner of Geyer Springs Road and Valley Drive OWNER/APPLICANT: Valley Springs Cottages, LP/Riley Shantz PROPOSAL: A conditional use permit is requested to allow the construction of a community building/management office on this R-2 zoned lot within the Valley Springs Cottages Subdivision. 1. SITE LOCATION: The site is located along the west side of Geyer Springs Road, at Valley Drive. 2. COMPATIBILITY WITH NEIGHBORHOOD: The property is located in an area of mixed uses and zoning. Single family subdivisions are located northwest and southwest of the site, with a multifamily development to the west. The properties to the north contain three (3) church facilities (zoned O-1, O-3 and PCD), and a PD-R zoned multifamily development. A large church facility (zoned R-2, CUP) is located to the south, with single family residences further south. Multifamily and single family uses and zoning (R-5 and R-2) are located across Geyer Springs Road to the east. McClellan High School is located to the northeast. The applicant proposes to construct a community building/management office on one (1) of the lots within this single family subdivision which is being developed. The proposed use is compatible with uses in the area. Notice of the public hearing was sent to the Allendale, South Monica, OUR and SWLR United for Progress Neighborhood Associations. 3. ON SITE DRIVES AND PARKING: A 24 foot wide paved driveway from Stillman Drive will serve the property. A paved parking area with five (5) spaces will be located on the east side of the building. The proposed 1,775 square foot building will require a minimum of five (5) off-street parking spaces for an office-type use. The applicant has noted that when the clubhouse is in use, additional parking November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 9 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9369 2 can be at the individual tenant’s homes. In addition, on-street parking along Stillman Drive will be available. 4. SCREENING AND BUFFERS: 1. Site plan must comply with the City’s minimal landscape and buffer ordinance requirements. 2. 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. 3. 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, highway or freeway. This strip shall be at least nine (9) feet wide. Provide trees with an average linear spacing of not less than thirty (30) feet within the perimeter planting strip. Provide three (3) shrubs or vines for every thirty (30) linear feet of perimeter planting strip. 4. 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. 5. 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. 5. PUBLIC WORKS: 1. No comments on the CUP specifically. Comments have been provided by staff on the construction plans and final plat. 2. A pedestrian table is approved to be installed between lots 121 and 122 west of the community building. 6. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/BUILDING CODES: Little Rock Water Reclamation: Sewer main extension required with easements if new sewer service is required for this project. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 9 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9369 3 Entergy: Entergy does not object to this proposal. There do not appear to be any conflicts with existing electrical utilities at this location. There is an existing three phase, overhead power line on the east side of Geyer Springs Road at this location and another line on the south side of the property feeding a structure to the south. Contact Entergy in advance to discuss electrical service requirements, or adjustments to existing facilities (if any) as this project proceeds. Centerpoint Energy: No comments received. AT&T: No comments received. Central Arkansas Water: No comments received. 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 November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 9 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9369 4 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. 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. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 9 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9369 5 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 501-918-3754). Number and Distribution of Fire Hydrants as per Table C105.1. Building Codes: No comments received. 7. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING: County Planning: No comments. Rock Region METRO: The Valley Springs Cottages development is not along a METRO route, but it is in a location that we consider ideal for future flex service. This area also draws significant ridership to the lines along Baseline Rd. There should be sidewalks on both sides of the street, not just one, leading from Geyer Springs to the end of the development. Planning Division: No comments. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (OCTOBER 24, 2018) Riley Shantz was present, representing the application. Staff presented the application, noting that some additional information was needed for the project. In response to questions from staff, Mr. Shantz noted that the proposed structure would be used as a leasing office for the development and a clubhouse for the residents. He also noted that the proposed building would be one (1) story (19 feet) in height. Parking for the site was briefly discussed. Mr. Shantz also noted that details on a proposed ground-mounted sign would be submitted to staff. The landscape requirements were also discussed. After the discussion, the Committee forwarded the application to the full Commission for resolution. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 9 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9369 6 STAFF ANALYSIS: The applicant is requesting approval of a conditional use permit to allow the construction of a community building/management office on a lot within the Valley Springs Cottages single family subdivision. The lot will be located along the south side of Stillman Drive which will extend from Geyer Springs Road to the west and tie into Stillman Drive to the south. The lot is currently undeveloped. The applicant proposes to construct a 1,775 square foot building near the center of the lot. The proposed building will be one (1) story with a height of 19 feet. The purpose of the building is to have office space for a property manager and to serve as a community building/clubhouse for the tenants of the subdivision. A 24 foot wide paved driveway from Stillman Drive will serve as access to the building. Five (5) paved parking spaces will be located on the east side of the building. A small ground-mounted sign will be located near the northeast corner of the lot. The sign will have a height of six (6) feet and an area of approximately 18 square feet. The applicant responded to issues raised at Subdivision Committee by providing additional information on the project to staff. The applicant provided sign details and information on building height to staff. The applicant noted at the Subdivision Committee meeting that in addition to the proposed parking lot, parking will be available at the individual tenant’s homes and on-street parking will be allowed along Stillman Drive. To staff’s knowledge, there are no outstanding issues associated with this application. Staff believes the proposed management office/community building is an appropriate use for this lot within the Valley Springs Cottages Subdivision. Many subdivisions throughout the city have meeting and recreation spaces set aside within the subdivisions for the residents. Staff believes the proposed management office/community building will have no adverse impact on the subdivision or surrounding uses. 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 management office/community building may be utilized by residents of the Valley Springs Cottages Subdivision only. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 9 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-9369 7 PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (NOVEMBER 15, 2018) Riley Shantz was present, representing the application. There was one (1) person present in opposition. Staff presented the application with a recommendation of approval. Mr. Shantz informed the Commission that he was present to respond to any concerns. Leroy Glenns addressed the Commission, noting that he needed more clarification on the project. He stated that his property backed up to the Valley Springs Cottages subdivision. He expressed concern with drainage in the area. Mr. Shantz explained the management office/community building project. He noted that the drainage would be taken care off with the development of the overall subdivision and that drainage would not be a problem for surrounding properties. Vince Floriani, of Public Works, noted that the engineer for the project had provided an approved drainage plan to the City and explained the drainage situation. There was a brief discussion related to notices sent to surrounding property owners and neighborhood associations. In response to a question from the Commission, Mr. Shantz noted that construction would begin after the final plat was approved. There was a motion to approve the application as recommended by staff. The motion failed by a vote of 5 ayes, 1 nay and 5 absent. The application was denied. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 10 FILE NO.: LU17-02 Name: Northwestern Area Land Use Plan Amendment Location: North of Chenal Parkway/Kanis Road and west of Interstate-430 Request: Various Source: Staff PROPOSAL / REQUEST: As part of the City’s efforts to keep the Future Land Use Plan current, Staff reviewed the Plan in the area north of Chenal Parkway/Kanis Road and west of Interstate-430. The package has eleven areas with changes: Area 1 is three areas generally along Cantrell Road, either side of Sam Peck Road. Change 1A is north of Cantrell Road and east of Sam Peck Road. The change is from Residential Low Density to Public Institutional. Public Institutional includes public and quasi-public facilities that provide a variety of services to the community such as schools, libraries, fire stations, churches, utility substations, and hospitals. Change 1B is north of Cantrell Road and east of Sam Peck Road. The change is from Transition to Office. The office category represents services provided directly to consumers (e.g., legal, financial, medical) as well as general offices which support more basic economic activities. Change 1C is south of Cantrell Road and west of Sam Peck Road. The change is from Transition to Office. The office category represents services provided directly to consumers (e.g., legal, financial, medical) as well as general offices which support more basic economic activities. Area 2 is east of Taylor Loop Road and south of Cantrell Road. The change is from Transition to Suburban Office. The Suburban Office category provides for low intensity development of office or office parks in close proximity to lower density residential areas to assure compatibility. A Planned Zoning District is required. Area 3 is four areas generally either side of Cantrell Road, from Ranch Boulevard to Taylor Loop Creek. Change 3A is either side of Bella Rosa Drive, along Cantrell Road. The change is from Transition to Suburban Office. The Suburban Office category provides for low intensity development of office or office parks in close proximity to lower density residential areas to assure compatibility. A Planned Zoning District is required. Change 3B is either side of Katillus Road, south of Cantrell Road. The change is from Transition to Suburban Office. The Suburban Office category provides for low intensity development of office or office parks in close proximity to lower density residential areas to assure compatibility. A Planned Zoning District is required. Change 3C is south of Cantrell Road and west of Katillus Road. The change is from Transition to Residential Low Density. Residential Low Density provides for single family homes at November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 10 (Cont.) FILE NO.: LU17-02 2 densities not to exceed 6 units per acre. Such residential development is typically characterized by conventional single family homes, but may include patio or garden homes and cluster homes, provided that the density remain less than 6 units per acre. Change 3D is either side of Katillus Road, north of Ranch Drive. The change is from Office and Residential low Density to Public Institutional. Public Institutional includes public and quasi-public facilities that provide a variety of services to the community such as schools, libraries, fire stations, churches, utility substations, and hospitals. Area 4 is six areas generally north of Cantrell Road, Ranch Boulevard to Valley Ranch Drive. Change 4A is generally along a branch of the Little Maumelle River, north and west of Ranch Boulevard. The change is from Mixed Office Commercial, Office, Public Institutional, Residential High Density and Residential Low Density to Park/Open Space. Park/Open Space includes all public parks, recreation facilities, greenbelts, flood plains, and other designated open space and recreational land. Change 4B is north of Ranch Drive, between Chenonceau Boulevard and Ranch Boulevard. The change is from Mixed Office Commercial to Office. The office category represents services provided directly to consumers (e.g., legal, financial, medical) as well as general offices which support more basic economic activities. Change 4C is generally north of Stonebridge Circle. The change is from Residential Low Density to Residential Medium Density. Residential Medium Density accommodates a broad range of housing types including single family attached, single family detached, duplex, town homes, multi-family and patio or garden homes. Any combination of these and possibly other housing types may fall in this category provided that the density is between six (6) and twelve (12) dwelling units per acre. Change 4D is north of Cantrell Road, west of Chenonceau Boulevard. The change is from Commercial, Office and Public Institutional to Mixed Office Commercial. Mixed Office Commercial provides for a mixture of office and commercial uses to occur. Acceptable uses are office or mixed office and commercial. A Planned Zoning District is required if the use is mixed office and commercial. Change 4E is either side of Northridge Road, north of Cantrell Road. The change is from Office to Mixed Use. Mixed Use category provides for a mixture of residential, office and commercial uses to occur. A Planned Zoning District is required if the use is entirely office or commercial or if the use is a mixture of the three. Change 4F is south of Valley Ranch Court. The change is from Office to Residential Low Density. Residential Low Density provides for single family homes at densities not to exceed 6 units per acre. Such residential development is typically characterized by conventional single family homes, but may include patio or garden homes and cluster homes, provided that the density remain less than 6 units per acre. Area 5 is generally north of Chenonceau Boulevard and east of Aberdeen Drive. The change is from Residential Low Density to Park/Open Space. Park/Open Space includes all public parks, recreation facilities, greenbelts, flood plains, and other designated open space and recreational land. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 10 (Cont.) FILE NO.: LU17-02 3 Area 6 is two areas generally between Barrett Road and West Pinnacle Road, west of Highway 300 along and near the Little Maumelle River. Both areas are proposed to change from Residential Low Density to Park/Open Space. Park/Open Space includes all public parks, recreation facilities, greenbelts, flood plains, and other designated open space and recreational land. Area 7 is south of Denny Road, north of Kanis Road. The change is from Residential Low Density to Public Institutional. Public Institutional includes public and quasi-public facilities that provide a variety of services to the community such as schools, libraries, fire stations, churches, utility substations, and hospitals. Area 8 is generally either side of Wellington Hills Road, north of Chenal Parkway. The change is from Commercial, Neighborhood Commercial, Office, and Suburban Office to Mixed Office Commercial. Mixed Office Commercial provides for a mixture of office and commercial uses to occur. Acceptable uses are office or mixed office and commercial. A Planned Zoning District is required if the use is mixed office and commercial. Area 9 is generally between Chenal Parkway and Kanis Road, east of Rock Creek. The change is from Suburban Office to Residential High Density. Residential High Density accommodates residential development of more than twelve (12) dwelling units per acre. Area 10 is generally along Rock Creek from Markham to Shackleford Road. The change is from Commercial to Park/Open Space. Park/Open Space includes all public parks, recreation facilities, greenbelts, flood plains, and other designated open space and recreational land. Area 11 is generally northwest of the Rahling Road-Champagnolle Drive intersection. The change is from Suburban Office and Residential Low Density to Residential High Density and Park/Open Space. Residential High Density accommodates residential development of more than twelve (12) dwelling units per acre (11-A). Park/Open Space includes all public parks, recreation facilities, greenbelts, flood plains, and other designated open space and recreational land (11-B). Area 12 is along the south side of Peckerwood Road, west of Sam Peck Road. The change is from Residential Low Density to Public Institutional. Public Institutional includes public and quasi-public facilities that provide a variety of services to the community such as schools, libraries, fire stations, churches, utility substations, and hospitals. Area 13 is along the east side of Taylor Loop Road between Shepard Drive to Hinson Road. The change is from Residential Low Density to Public Institutional. Public Institutional includes public and quasi-public facilities that provide a variety of services to the community such as schools, libraries, fire stations, churches, utility substations, and hospitals. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 10 (Cont.) FILE NO.: LU17-02 4 Area 14 is south of Taylor Loop Road, between Robyn Lane and Lacy Lane. The change is from Residential Low Density to Public Institutional. Public Institutional includes public and quasi-public facilities that provide a variety of services to the community such as schools, libraries, fire stations, churches, utility substations, and hospitals. ANALYSIS: The Planning and Development staff began reviewing this area in July 2017. The existing development pattern, as well as existing zoning and recent re-classification actions were reviewed. Letters were sent to all neighborhood associations in the area asking for suggested changes in the area. In August after receiving only some general guidelines on what should be reviewed and allowed, Staff began field reviews. After field visits and discussions, Staff developed a package of changes and identified affected property owners. All the affected property owners were contacted about the possibility of changing the Land Use Plan designation of their property in the first week of September 2017. Staff received several phone contacts for information as a result of this notice letter. Requests were made to be excluded by the package by several property owners along Cantrell Road in the Taylor Loop to La Marche area. In addition two Neighborhood groups also contacted staff with concerns about changes along Highway 10. As a result of these requests Staff has changed some of the proposed amendments and dropped some others to produce a final package for Public Hearing review. A revised list was developed and notices were sent to approximately 85 property owners and all the previous Neighborhood Association for this public hearing on the change package. Staff believes this package of changes is a ‘clean-up’ to more accurately reflect the current and likely future development pattern in the area of the changes. The resulting ‘package’ of changes should create a more accurate Future Land Use Plan all can use, whether public or private. Area 1 is three areas generally along Cantrell Road, either side of Sam Peck Road. Change 1A is north of Cantrell Road and east of Sam Peck Road. The change is from Residential Low Density to Public Institutional. To the east is PDR (Planned District Residential) zoning and the land is mostly wooded. To the north is R-2 (Single Family District) undeveloped land. To the south is MF-12 (Multi-Family District 12 units per acre) zoned land with apartments. To the west is PCD (Planned Commercial District) zoned land with an office under construction. The area proposed for the Land Use Plan change is zoned R-2 (Single Family District) and is a power sub-station. The change to Public Institutional more accurately represents the current and future use of the land. Change 1B is north of Cantrell Road and east of Sam Peck Road. The change is from Transition to Office. To the east is R-2 (Single Family District) and is a power sub- station. To the north is R-2 (Single Family District) undeveloped land. To the south is POD (Planned Office District) with office buildings. To the west is O-3 (General Office November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 10 (Cont.) FILE NO.: LU17-02 5 District) zoned land with an office building. The area proposed for the Land Use Plan change is zoned PCD (Planned Commercial District) zoned land with an office under construction. The change to Office more accurately represents the current and future use of the land. Change 1C is south of Cantrell Road and west of Sam Peck Road. The change is from Transition to Office. To the east and south is POD (Planned Office District) zoned land with office buildings. To the west is R-2 (Single Family District) zoned land with homes. To the north is PR (Park District) zoned land with a neighborhood Park. The change to Office more accurately represents the current and future use of the land. Area 2 is east of Taylor Loop Road and south of Cantrell Road. The change is from Transition to Suburban Office. To the north is PCD (Planned Commercial District) zoned land with a convenience store with gas pumps. To the west is POD (Planned Office District) and PDO (Planned District Office) zoned land with small office uses. To the east and south is R-2 (Single-Family District) zoning with homes. The change area is zoned R-2 (Single-Family District) and POD (Planned Office District) with one office use and several homes. The area across the street has total transitioned to office uses and this side has started that same transition making the change to Suburban Office the appropriate future land use classification. Area 3 is four areas generally either side of Cantrell Road, from Ranch Boulevard to Taylor Loop Creek. Change 3A is either side of Bella Rosa Drive, along Cantrell Road. The change is from Transition to Suburban Office. To the north is R-2 (Single Family District) zoned land with a creek and homes beyond that. To the east is AF (Agricultural Forestry District) zoned land with commercial businesses primarily a nursery. To the south and west is R-2 (Single Family District) Land with homes. The change area is zoned PCD (Planned Commercial District) and POD (Planned Office District) with a business and a small amount of undeveloped land. Based on the current and surrounding zoning and use patterns the likely near to mid-term use pattern is a Suburban Office. Change 3B is either side of Katillus Road, south of Cantrell Road. The change is from Transition to Suburban Office. To the east is R-2 (Single Family District) zoned land with a Conditional Use Permit for an elementary school. To the south and west is R-2 (Single Family District) and PDR (Planned District Residential) with single-family homes. To the north is R-2 (Single Family District) and PCD (Planned Commercial District) zoned land with homes, mobile homes and a convenience store with gas pumps. The change area is zoned R-2 (Single Family District) and POD (Planned Office District) with small office buildings and one house. Based on the current and surrounding zoning and use patterns the likely near to mid-term use pattern is a Suburban Office. Change 3C is south of Cantrell Road and west of Katillus Road. The change is from Transition to Residential Low Density. To the east, west and south is R-2 (Single Family District) and PDR (Planned District Residential) with single-family homes. To the north is R-2 (Single Family District) with a single-family home. The change area is zoned R-2 (Single Family District) with a single-family home. In the midterm this is not likely to change making Residential Low Density the most November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 10 (Cont.) FILE NO.: LU17-02 6 appropriate use. Change 3D is either side of Katillus Road, north of Ranch Drive. The change is from Office and Residential low Density to Public Institutional. To the east, west and north is R-2 (Single Family District) with either homes or undeveloped land. To the southwest and west is C-3 (General Commercial District), O-3 (General Office, C-2 (Shopping Center District) and O-2 (Office and Institutional District) zoned land with businesses and offices and a small area of undeveloped land. The change area is zoned POD (Planned Office District) and R-2 (Single Family District with a Conditional Use permit for a school. The use of a school is not likely to change in the midterm making Public Institutional the most appropriate use. Area 4 is six areas generally north of Cantrell Road, Ranch Boulevard to Valley Ranch Drive. Change 4A is generally along a branch of the Little Maumelle River, north and west of Ranch Boulevard. The change is from Mixed Office Commercial, Office, Public Institutional, Residential High Density and Residential Low Density to Park/Open Space. To the north and west is R-2 (Single Family District), MF-18 (Multi-Family 18 units per acre) and PDR (Planned District Residential) zoned land with family homes, an apartment complex and large undeveloped area as part of the Little Maumelle River watershed. To the east and south is R-2 (Single Family District) and PCD (Planned Commercial District) zoned land homes a private school complex, office and the future site of the Bank of the Ozarks Office complex. The change area has several zoning classifications but is all part of the floodway of the Little Maumelle River tributary or a Property Owners Park. This makes Park/Open Space the most appropriate land use classification. Change 4B is north of Ranch Drive, between Chenonceau Boulevard and Ranch Boulevard. The change is from Mixed Office Commercial to Office. To the north is R-2 (Single Family District) with a conditional use permit for a school. To the east is MF-18 (Multi-Family 18 units per acre) zoned land currently undeveloped. To the south is C-3 (General commercial District) zoned land that is currently undeveloped. To the west is PCD (Planned Commercial District) zoned land currently undeveloped. The change area is zoned O-2 (Office and Institutional District) and PCD (Planned Commercial District) zoned land with small office buildings and one undeveloped tract. The most likely future use is to continue the office use of the land making Office the most appropriate classification. Change 4C is generally north of Stonebridge Circle. The change is from Residential Low Density to Residential Medium Density. To the north is undeveloped R-2 (Single Family District) zoned land. To the east and west are PDR (Planned District Residential) zoned land with single family homes. To the south is MF-18 (Multi-Family 18 units per acre) zoned land with an apartment complex. The change area is zoned PDR (Planned District Residential) and is a partial developed apartment complex. This is not likely to change making Residential Medium Density most appropriate. Change 4D is north of Cantrell Road, west of Chenonceau Boulevard. The change is from Commercial, Office and Public Institutional to Mixed Office Commercial. To the north is MF-18 (Multi-Family 18 units per acre) and PDR (Planned District Residential) zoned land with an apartment complex and single-family homes. To the east is PCD (Planned Commercial District) and C-3 (General Commercial District) zoned land mostly undeveloped with a few small office buildings. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 10 (Cont.) FILE NO.: LU17-02 7 To the south is C-3 (General Commercial District), O-1 (Quiet Office District) and R-2 (Single Family District) zoned land mostly vacant with a couple larger tract homes. To the west is PCD (Planned Commercial District) and R-2 (Single Family District) zoned land with a vacant business and two single-family homes. The change area is zoned PCD (Planned Commercial District) for the development of the Bank of the Ozarks corporate headquarters complex making Mixed Office Commercial the most appropriate designation. Change 4E is either side of Northridge Road, north of Cantrell Road. The change is from Office to Mixed Use. To the north is PDR (Planned District Residential) and O-3 (General Office District) zoned land with single family homes, attached housing and an office building. To the east is PCD (Planned Commercial District) for the development of the Bank of the Ozarks corporate headquarters complex. To the south is PCD (Planned Commercial District) zoned land with various commercial uses. To the west is O-3 (General Office District) zoned land with and office use. The change area is zoned R-2 (Single Family District) with single-family houses. Based on the surrounding use and zoning pattern the best future use designation for this area is Mixed Use. Change 4F is south of Valley Ranch Court. The change is from Office to Residential Low Density. To the north and west is O-3 (General Office District) zoned land with a rehabilitation center and office building. To the east is PDR (Planned District Residential) zoned land with single-family homes. To the south is R-2 (Single Family District) zoned land with single-family houses. The change area is zoned PDR (Planned District Residential) with attached houses. This is not likely to change in the midterm making Residential Low Density the most appropriate classification. Area 5 is generally north of Chenonceau Boulevard and east of Aberdeen Drive. The change is from Residential Low Density to Park/Open Space. To the north, west and south is R-2 (Single Family District) zoned land with homes. There is also a Private Property Owners Park to the southeast. To the east is MF12 (Multi-Family District 12 units per acre) zoned land with an apartment complex. The change area is zoned OS (Open Space) and MF12 (Multi-Family District 12 units per acre). The MF12 land is required to remain as an open space buffer. These open space requirements are not likely to change in the midterm making Park/Open Space the most appropriate designation. Area 6 is two areas generally between Barrett Road and West Pinnacle Road, west of Highway 300 along and near the Little Maumelle River. Both areas are proposed to change from Residential Low Density to Park/Open Space. The land in all directions is zoned R-2 (Single Family District) much is in the floodway/floodplain of the Little Maumelle River and some larger tract house along Barrett Road. The change areas are R-2 (Single Family District) zoned and have been acquired by the State Parks Department for inclusion into Pinnacle State Park making Park/Open Space to best future use designation for this land. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 10 (Cont.) FILE NO.: LU17-02 8 Area 7 is south of Denny Road, north of Kanis Road. The change is from Residential Low Density to Public Institutional. To the north east and south is R-2 (Single Family District) zoned land with larger tract homes. To the west is PDR (Planned District Residential) zoned land currently wooded for a future single-family subdivision. The change area is zoned R-2 (Single Family District) with a Conditional Use permit for a sports complex – Pulaski Academy. This is not likely to change in the midterm making Public Institutional the most appropriate future land use designation. Area 8 is generally either side of Wellington Hills Road, north of Chenal Parkway. The change is from Commercial, Neighborhood Commercial, Office, and Suburban Office to Mixed Office Commercial. To the north is MF-18 (Multi-Family 18 units per acre) and R- 2 (Single Family District) zoned land with an apartment complex, church and common open space. To the east is R-2 (Single Family District), MF-18 (Multi-Family 18 units per acre) and C-2 (Shopping Center District) zoned land with a single-family subdivision, apartment complex and developing commercial land. To the south is O-2 (Office and Institutional District), C-3 (General Commercial District) and PCD (Planned Commercial District) zoned land with an apartment complex, and commercial uses. To the west is R-2 (Single Family District) and POD (Planned Office District) with a church and mini-warehouse. The change area is zoned C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial District), O-1 (Quiet Office District), PCD (Planned Commercial District) and PDC (Planned District Commercial) some of which is undeveloped but includes a radio station, shopping center, and retail uses. Based on the current use and zoning pattern the best future use designation for this area is Mixed Office Commercial. Area 9 is generally between Chenal Parkway and Kanis Road, east of Rock Creek. The change is from Suburban Office to Residential High Density. To the north is C-2 (Shopping Center District) and PCD (Planned Commercial District) zoned land with a commercial center and a developing commercial area. To the east is R-2 (Single Family District) zoned land with a single-family subdivision. To the south O-2 (Office and Institutional District) and PCD (Planned Commercial District) zoned land with a small office building, mini-warehouse development and vacant land. To the west is C-3 (General Commercial District) and OS (Open Space) zoned land and includes Rock Creek and partially developed commercial land. The change area is zoned O-2 (Office and Institutional District) with a Conditional Use permit for an apartment complex (which is under construction). This is not likely to change in the midterm making Residential High Density the most appropriate Land Use designation. Area 10 is generally along Rock Creek from Markham to Shackleford Road. The change is from Commercial to Park/Open Space. To the west and north is C-3 (General Commercial District), PCD (Planned Commercial District), R-2 (Single Family District) and OS (Open Space) zoned land with commercial businesses and a utility facility. To the south and east is R-2 (Single Family District) zoned land with a single- family subdivision and public right-of-way for an interstate interchange. The proposed change area is zoned C-3 (General Commercial District), PCD (Planned Commercial November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 10 (Cont.) FILE NO.: LU17-02 9 District), R-2 (Single Family District) and OS (Open Space) and is generally the floodway of Rock Creek making Park/Open Space the most appropriate use. Area 11 is generally northwest of the Rahling Road-Champagnolle Drive intersection. The change is from Suburban Office and Residential Low Density to Residential High Density and Park/Open Space. South of the change area is a POA Park and vacant land zoned C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial District) and C-2 (Shopping Center District). To the west is R-2 (Single Family District) zoned land with a single-family subdivision. To the north is OS (Open Space District) zoned land that is the floodplain of Rock Creek. To the east is PCD (Planned Commercial District) land that is currently vacant. The change area is zoned PDR (Planned District Residential) (11-A) with an OS (Open Space) (11-B) along the western boundary. There is an age restricted multifamily structure on the land. This is not likely to change in the midterm making Residential High Density and Park/Open Space the appropriate designations. Area 12 is along the south side of Peckerwood Road, west of Sam Peck Road. The change is from Residential Low Density to Public Institutional. To the east, west and south is R-2 (Single Family District) zoned land with single-family subdivisions. To the north is AF (Agricultural Forestry District) zoned land with a private athletic club on the land. The change area is zoned AF (Agricultural Forestry District) and owned by the private athletic club which plans to use it for their activities. This is not likely to change in the midterm, making Public Institutional the most appropriate designation. Area 13 is along Taylor Loop Road between Shepard Drive to Hinson Road. The proposed change is from Residential Low Density to Public Institutional. In all directions the land is zoned R-2 (Single Family District). There are single-family subdivisions surrounding the site with a church located to the southwest. The change area is zoned PDR (Planned Residential District) for a church which exists on the site. The area is not likely to change in the midterm making Public Intuitional the most appropriate designation. Area 14 is south of Taylor Loop Road, between Robyn Lane and Lacy Lane. The proposed change is from Residential Low Density to Public Institutional. The land is all directions is zoned R-2 (Single Family District) with single-family subdivisions on the land. The change area is zoned R-2 (Single-Family District) and has an existing church campus on the land. The area is not likely to change in the midterm making Public Intuitional the most appropriate designation. In response to the second notice mailed October 12, 2018, Staff received a couple of contacts. One requested for a change not to be made at Ranch Drive and Chenonceau Boulevard. Staff will remove the affected area at the hearing. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 10 (Cont.) FILE NO.: LU17-02 10 NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: Notices were sent to the following neighborhood associations: Aberdeen Court Property Owners Association (POA), Bascom Place POA, Bayonne Place POA, Beverly Hills POA, Birchwood Neighborhood Assoication (NA), Bronte Court POA, Carriage Creek POA, Champagnolla Court POA, Chenal Downs POA, Chenal Ridge POA, Chevaux Court POA, Citizens of West Pulaski County, Coalition of Little Rock NBHDS, Deauville Place POA, Duquesne Place POA, Eagle Pointe POA, Germay Court POA, Glen Eagles POA, Hillsborough POA, Hunters Cove POA, Hunters Green POA, Johnson Ranch NA, Margeaux POA, Marlowe Manor POA, Maywood Manor NA, Montagne Court POA, Nowlin Creek NA, Neighborhood Connections, Pankey Community Imp. Assoc., Piedmont NA, Pinnacle Valley NA, Pleasant Forest NA, Pleasant Heights POA, Pleasant Valley POA, Pleasantree Recreation Association, Rainwood Cove NA, River Valley POA, Secluded Hills POA, St Charles Community Association, The Arbors POA, The Courts POA, The Estates POA, The Oaks POA, The Villages of Wellington POA, Tulley Cove NA, Valley Ranch POA, Walnut Valley POA, Walton Heights Candlewood POA, Westbury NA, Westchester Heather POA, Witry Court, Woodland Hills Aspen Highlands POA. Letters were sent to approximately 100 property owners in the area. Staff received several informational calls from area residents as a result of the initial mailing on September 7, 2017, as well as some requests to not make the proposed change. The second mailing on October 12 was sent to approximately 95 property owners and neighborhood associations to notify them of the public hearing. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: This package of amendments is designed to make the Future Land Use Plan more reflective of current and likely mid-term future uses for this area. Staff recommends the approval of the package of changes with the change of removing the northeast corner of Ranch Drive and Chenonceau Boulevard from the package. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (NOVEMBER 15, 2018) Mr. Malone stated that over 90 percent of the package represented sites where the change would make the Plan consistent with the existing use and/zoning. There are two areas which need to be changed, since the notices went out. First is Area 1-C at the southeast corner of Crockett and Cantrell Road to be removed from the package and the second is Area 4-B which reduce the area changing to Office by removing the northeast corner of Chenonceau BLVD and Ranch Drive from the package. Staff recommends approval of the package with the two noted changes. The item was placed on the consent agenda as amended for approval as revised. By a vote of 6 for, 0 against and 5 absent the consent agenda was approved. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 11 FILE NO.: A-333 NAME: CP&T Lawson Annexation REQUEST: Accept 0.65 acres plus or minus to the City LOCATION: Behind 12620 Lawson Road SOURCE: Doug Berry, Agent - Central Termite and Pest Control GENERAL INFORMATION: · The County Judge’s Annexation Order was filed on October 1, 2018. · The property is undeveloped and wooded. · There is a single property owner of the area requesting annexation. · The annexation request is contiguous to the City of Little Rock along its eastern boundary. · The annexation request is to obtain City services. · The area is generally triangular is shape, with the eastern boundary being some 339 feet, northwestern 228 feet and the southwestern side some 256 feet. · The site is zoned for PD-C, Planned District Commercial. The proposed use is office warehouse for a termite and pest control business. AGENCY COMMENTS: Public Safety: Fire: No Comment Received. Police: No Comment Received. Infrastructure and Community Facilities: Rock Region METRO Transit: No Comment Received. Parks and Recreation: No Comment Received. Public Works: Little Rock Public Works Department has indicated they have no issues or concerns with the proposed annexation. Little Rock Solid Waste has indicated no issues or concerns with the proposed annexation. November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 11 (Cont.) FILE NO. A-333 2 Pulaski County Planning: No Comment Received. Arkansas Geographic Information Office: AGIO expressed no concerns with the annexation and noted the applicant had followed ARK CODE 14-40-101. Utilities: Central Arkansas Water (CAW): No Comment Received. Entergy: No Comment Received. Reliant-Energy: No Comment Received. Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority (LRWRA): No Comment Received. AT&T: No Comment Received. Schools: Little Rock: No Comment Received. The annexation area is not within the Little Rock School District. Pulaski County Special: No Comment Received. The annexation area is within the Pulaski County Special School District. ANALYSIS: The area has been continuous to the City since September 1982 when the land to the east was annexed as part of a general election annexation to ‘square off’ and add areas which had developed beyond the City Limits. The annexation used the boundary between Sections 21 and 20 of Township 1 North, Range 13 West as the boundary. This resulted in the front of this tract being annexed but left the back approximately 0.6 acres outside the City. The owner wishes to develop the property and said the proposed structure would cross the current City Limits. Thus they are requesting the remaining portion of their land be brought into the City of Little Rock. The front portion (within the City) has been cleared and is undeveloped but the back portion (outside the city) remains wooded and undeveloped. There is approximately a 6-foot slope within the annexation around and 8-foot slope for the entire tract. This slope is from the northwest to the southeast across the tract and toward Lawson Road. The tract is zoned PDC (Planned District Commercial) to allow an office warehouse development for a pest control company. To the southwest is a new Dollar General store zoned PCD (Planned Commercial District). To the northeast November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 11 (Cont.) FILE NO. A-333 3 are several single-family homes zoned R-2 (Single Family District). Beyond that is the office and materials yard for Kinco Contractors (zoned Planned District Commercial - PDC) at the southwest corner of the Colonel Glenn Road - Lawson Road intersection. On the east side of Lawson Road there is a convenience store (Joe’s Grocery) and two homes all zoned R-2 (Single Family District), with the remainder of the area zoned for commercial uses. A portion of the commercially zoned land is already developed with two auto dealerships and a convenience store. The county review has found that the annexation area meets all the requirements for annexation – is contiguous, petitioners represent majority of the land to be annexed, the land will be used for an urban purpose and the documents filed are correct and accurate representations of the area. The Pulaski County Judge approved the annexation with Order 2018-019. There are no streets involved with this annexation (the annexation in 1982 which brought the front portion of the tract into the City also included Lawson Road at this location). The proposed use is non-residential thus solid waste will be a private service not one provided by the City. At the time of construction boundary street improvements will be required by the City Public Works Department. The proposed use is non-residential therefore waste disposal will be by private contract. The closest fire station (Station 14) is located at 8121 Colonel Glenn Road to the northeast of the annexation area. From this station via existing streets is just approximately 2.9 miles to the annexation area. Currently both Fire and Police serve property both northeast and southwest of this property, which have structures on them. There is a 16-in water main in Lawson Road along the frontage of the tract of which this annexation is a part. The closest sewer line is an 8-in line that services the dollar store adjacent to the tract of which this annexation is a part. Any extension of water or wastewater lines from the existing service mains to serve this property will be at the cost of the developer/property owner. Staff Recommendation: Approval November 15, 2018 ITEM NO.: 11 (Cont.) FILE NO. A-333 4 PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (NOVEMBER 15, 2018) The item was placed on the consent agenda for approval. By a vote of 6 for, 0 against and 5 absent the consent agenda was approved. iB � •�jt�����&�vI I . . �-� ,. .. .·.,, . .. . �Ee;:!;-,� ' ...... � .• � -•• , .· • �� • ""' ·;t,1� .. � :Joo ' "'oi ..-..; . . • • 1:• BERRY, CRAIG BYNUM, BUELAH ACOX, KEITH FINNEY, REBECCA AHAMILTON, SCOTT HAYNES, MARLON D.A_ LAHA, TROY LATTURE, PAUL A MAY, BILL B. STEBBINS, ROBERT A THOMAS, DIANA M. BYNUM , BUELAH COX, KEITH FINNEY, REBECCA HAMILTON, SCOTT HAY NES, MARLON D. LAHA, TROY LATTURE, PAUL MAY, Bill B. STEBBINS, ROBERT THOMAS, DIANA M. PLANNING COMMISSION VOTE RECORD --· --, .... t�11 . :.tt ·��-, 'l'hf.. '' �� � :�� l�' f ;�i .:i.•. :: � ,·\,• � • I I�� \ t{J� 1/ \_ i,v / ✓ r I ..., ""/'-/ ,._. T' �, �� I� �J i1� --'�tr �··'-;-¢�\.\ � ���·:i �lt::"�·A .. � •'.tr " � �§.'· tlJJ -:, .,.•.--,.c ••• � 11Y .l . 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