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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. - 1 - 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. - 2 - 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. - 3 - 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. ZM 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 C= --"4� 1. �� C Jams A. Finch, Secretary - 5 -