boa_08 19 1974SUMMARY OF
LITTLE ROCK BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
MEETING
AUGUST 19, 1974
2:00 P.M.
There was a quorum present and minutes of
the previous meeting were approved.
Members prese t : L. Dickson Flake
S. Spencer Compton
M. R. Godwin
William L. Moore
Riddick Riffel, City Attorney
Members absent: Walter E. Vroman
NEW MATTERS
Item No. 1
Case Number:
Applicant:
Location:
Description:
Present Classification:
z-2868
Leon Warren
2602 Elkhart Drive
Lot "A", Sidney Elam Addition
to Little Rock
"A" One -family District
Variance: Requests a variance from the Rear
Yard provisions of Sec. 43-12 of
the Code of Ord. to permit addition
to residence
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT ACTION: THE BOARD VOTED TO APPROVE THE
VARIANCE REQUEST WITH A LIMITATION THAT THE ADDITION NOT
EXCEED 16 ft. EAST AND WEST INTERIOR DIMENSION. (4 ayes -
0 noes - 1 absent)
Staff Recommendation: The Staff recommends approval of requested
variance. Due to the topography of this lot, the residence was
set back 40 ft. rather than the required 25 ft. The property to
the north is oriented toward 26th Street and the structure to the
west is set back a considerable distance from subject property.
There were two objectors present.
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Item No. 2
Case Number:
Applicant:
Location:
Description:
Present Classification:
Z-2872
Forward Properties
910 Commerce Street
East 74 ft. of Lots 10,11 and
12, Block 59, Original City
of Little Rock
11HR" High Density Residential
Variance: Requests a variance from the
Yard Setback provisions of
Sec. 43-36 of the Code of Ord.
to permit construction of
building with encroachment into
yard setback
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT ACTION: THE BOARD VOTED TO APPROVE THE
VARIANCE REQUEST AS RECOMMENDED BY THE STAFF WITH THE
ADDITION OF THE FOLLOWING COMMENTS:
1. Construct around all trees to be saved, in right-of-way
or on site, a minimum 2x4 in. guard rail 12 ft. in
radius from tree trunks.
2. That the required screening along Commerce Street be
plantings. (A plan for same should be submitted to the
Staff)
(4 ayes - 0 noes - 1 absent)
Staff Recommendation: The Staff recommends approval of variance
request. A site inspection indicates this block has numerous
large trees, three of which are in the right-of-way adjacent to
this site. We would recommend that all steps be taken to save
these trees. It was suggested by the applicant that he may
excavate this site to bring it to street grade. In the event
this occurs, we suggest that provision be made for replacement
of the sidewalks in such a manner as to protect the tree root
systems. Replacement of curb and gutter should not be required
unless absolutely necessary. A review of the proposal by the
Traffic Dept. recommends a curb return radius of 12 ft. at the
northwest corner of the 9th Street driveway. This would allow
vehicles to enter the angle parking stalls on a right turn. The
parking lot should be moved south 4 ft. in order to retain the
required front yard green space of 10 ft.
There were several persons present in objection.
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Case Number: Z-2876
Applicant: Pulaski Bank & Trust Company
Location: 5808 "R" Street
Description: Lots 13-18, Block 7, Mountain
Park Addition to Little Rock
Present Classification: "F" Commercial District
Variance: Requests a variance from the
Setback provisions of Sec.
43-15 of the Code of Ord. to
permit construction of building
with encroachments into front
and rear yard setbacks
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT ACTION: THE BOARD VOTED TO APPROVE THE
VARIANCE AS REQUESTED SUBJECT TO INCLUDING IN THE PLANS
SPECIFIC AMENITIES SUCH AS PLANTINGS, BRICK PAVING, ETC.
(APPLICANT SHOULD PROVIDE FOR FILE PURPOSES A PLAN FOR
THESE AMENITIES.) (4 ayes - 0 noes - 1 absent)
Staff Recommendation: The Staff recommends approval of
requested variance. The applicant has requested a franchise
to permit an encroachment over the right-of-way of the three
adjacent streets, this encroachment is for a roof parking
structure. The Traffic Department has reviewed the blind
corner situation at Grant and Pierce Streets and feels the
proposed design on the corner of the building at this point
is sufficient.
There were no objectors present.
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Item No. 4
Case Number: Z-2796-A
Applicant: George Bilheimer
Location: 100 South Pine Street
Description: Lot 1, Block 3, Plateau Addition
to Little Rock
Present Classification: "E-l" Quiet Business District
Variance: Requests permission under
provisions of Sec. 43-22 (4)(d)
of the Code of Ord. to permit
parking lot for commercial use
in an "E-l" Quiet Business zone
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT ACTION: THE BOARD VOTED TO APPROVE THE
VARIANCE REQUEST AS RECOMMENDED BY THE STAFF EXCEPT THE
FOLLOWING:
1. THE EAST 25 FT. OF SUBJECT PROPERTY IS TO REMAIN GREEN
SPACE AND NO PARKING.
2. Item 3 OF STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS TO BE AMENDED TO STATE
REPAIR OR REPLACE AS NEEDED.
3. THAT NO ACTION OF THE BOARD DEALING WITH THIS VARIANCE
BE CONSTRUED AS SETTING ASIDE OR IN ANY WAY DELETING
ANY PREVIOUS REQUIREMENT OF THIS BOARD, THE COURTS, OR
OTHER REGULATORY AGENCIES.
Staff Recommendation: The Staff recommends approval of variance
request subject to the following:
1. Construction of a 6 ft. board fence of permanent type along
south property line.
2. Construction of a 30 inch board fence of permanent type
along Markham Street and Pine Street.
3. Replace sidewalks on both Markham and Pine Streets.
4. Redesign parking lot access on Pine Street to provide
angular entry onto Pine Street. This would serve as a
deterent to left turns onto the site from Pine Street.
5. No signs to be permitted on the lot except directional
signs denoting exit or entrance 1 sq. ft. in area.
There were objectors present.
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OTHER MATTERS
Board of Adjustment resolution of policy relating to proposed
Sign Ordinance Board of Review.
The Chirman, Mr. Flake, stated, "We have the pending amendment
to the sign control ordinance which would, if passed, put the
waivers for variances from the sign control ordinance wader
the jurisdiction of this Board. I would like to receive any
comments or motions as to the sense of this Board towards that
pending amendment.1°
Mr. Godwin stated, "I would like to introduce a resolution on
the part of this Board reflecting this Board's feelings in
regard to the proposed sign ordinance in that we do feel that
the Sign Review Board as established by this proposed ordinance
should be maintained and that the responsibilities of the Sign
Review Board should not be incorporated with those of the
existing Board of Adjustment."
The Chairman asked if Mr. Godwin move that this resolution be
sent to the City Board.
Mr. Godwin answered, "Yes, so move."
The motion was seconded and passed (4 ayes - 0 noes - 1 absent).
Mr. Finch asked 3.f the Board members would like to sign the
resolution.
Mr. Compton stated, "I would like for Mr. Vroman to be made
aware of what has been done and get his comments, and have on
record how many were in favor of the motion. I don't see that
it is necessary to have signatures unless the City Board does."
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at
3.25 P.M.
L. Dickson Flake, Chairman
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�� C Jams A. Finch, Secretary
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