CBC 02-03-2011LITTLE ROCK
CITY BEAUTIFUL
COMMISSION
The City Beautiful Commission held its regular meeting Thursday, February 3rd, 2011, at
11:30 a.m. at Curran Hall. Chair Wiedower called the meeting to order.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Steve Homeyer
Bill Wiedower
Lynn Warren
Walter Jennings
Herb Dicker
Kay Tatum
Jennie Cole
Linda Bell
MEMBERS ABSENT: Carrie Young
`'%'?dtey- NLU.
ALSO PRESENT: Dana Carney, Zoning & Subdivision Manager, Department of
Planning & Development, City of Little Rock
Christy Marvel, Plans Development Administrator, Department of
Planning & Development, City of Little Rock
Beth Blevins Carpenter, Deputy City Attorney, City of Little Rock
Wilson Brandt, property owner at 3501 Old Cantrell R6aid-
Ross McCain, Polk Stanley Wilcox Architects
J.B. Mullins, Polk Stanley Wilcox Architects
Bart Barlogie, partner, B & B Taco
Joe Arnold, LR Citizen, prior work with the Parks Commission
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
Motion: Vice -chair Dicker made a motion to accept the CBC minutes as distributed.
Second: Commissioner Cole seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
OPEN PUBLIC MEETING:
CBC Case 617, 3501 Old Cantrell Road, B & B Taco Bar
Staff began the hearing for the C-3 zoned property located at 3501 Old Cantrell Road, which is
occupied by
A one-story commercial building, which was originally constructed as a service station with gas
pumps. A
canopy is located on the front (north side) of the building, over the area where the gas pumps
previously
existed. Driveways from Old Cantrell Road serve as access to the property. The northern
portion of the
property, between the building and Old Cantrell Road, is covered in concrete and served as a
vehicular
use area, accessing the old gas pump area and service bay doors on the front of the building. The
portions
of the property along the east (Mart Drive side) and south (rear) sides of the building are asphalt
paved to
the property lines and previously served as vehicular parking. There is a small portion of the
asphalt
along the east side of the building which was cut out, apparently to remove an underground gas
tank.
The applicant is proposing to remodel the existing building for use as a restaurant. As part of the
property redevelopment, a small 90 square foot building addition will be constructed on the rear
(south side) of the existing building. A 373 square foot outdoor seating area will be provided at
the rear of the building. The outdoor seating area will be uncovered. The applicant has provided
a parking plan for the property. It includes a total of 12 parking spaces, with a new access drive
(exit only) from Mart Drive at the southeast corner of the property. The eastern most driveway
from Old Cantrell Road will be an entry only drive. Angled parking will be provided along the
east property line. Portions of the existing paving along the east property line will be cut out for
the planting of new trees. The small area of gravel along the east side of the building will be re -
paved as part of an access drive/maneuvering area for the angled parking. New planter beds, a
landscaped island, and the replacement of asphalt with sod in some areas, and the addition of on
site trees are proposed landscape improvements.
The proposed building with addition and outdoor seating will have a total of 2, 252 square feet.
The ordinance requires 22 on -site parking spaces for the proposed restaurant use. As noted
previously, the applicant is proposing 12 on -site spaces. The applicant is leasing up to 13 spaces
from the office development immediately to the north across Old Cantrell Road (Standard
Abstract Building). The applicant is providing 25 overall parking spaces for the proposed
development. On November 29th, 2010 the Board of Adjustment approved the parking variance
as submitted.
The Board of Adjustment also approved a variance from the zoning street buffer on November
291h, 2010. The variance request was from the buffer provision of Section 36-522(b)(3)b. which
requires six feet, nine inch wide street buffer along Old Cantrell Road and along Mart Drive.
The variance included a the elimination of the street buffer along Old Cantrell Road and a
reduced street buffer along Mart Drive. The new landscape plan includes portions of the existing
asphalt along Mart Drive (east property line) will be cut out, with new trees being planted. The
proposal also includes a newly landscaped island between the north property line and Old
Cantrell Road. A franchise agreement with the City of Little Rock may be obtained for the
newly landscaped island.
The landscape ordinance requires a nine -foot wide (9'-0") perimeter landscape strip around the
sites entirety. Due to the existing site lay out conditions the required perimeter landscape strip is
deficient along the northern, eastern, and a small portion of the southern property lines. The
applicant has agreed to cut out some concrete to allow for the space to plant the six (6) trees
proposed along the eastern perimeter of the site. The area along the north functions as egress and
ingress on the site. The small deficiency along the southern perimeter is merely due to the
dumpster and its approach area. This linear distance is approximately forty-two (42') in length.
The proposal includes the elimination of asphalt along the western perimeter of the site,
replacing the asphalt with sod. The site includes two new dumpster areas; according to the
applicant both are required. A portion of the access to these dumpsters encroaches into the nine -
foot (9') wide perimeter landscape strip. This property line encroachment lies next to the
associated parking lot for the property; therefore, the encroachment seems minimal and isn't any
closer than it was prior to this application.
Also, located on the property is a thirty-six inch (36") Elm Tree. The applicant is proposing to
keep the existing tree; therefore, a credit of ten (10) new trees can be granted. The tree must be
properly preserved both during and after construction or the ten (10) trees, two inch in caliper
(2") must be planted in its demise. The applicant is proposing six (6) newly planted Foster Holly
Trees to be planted along the angled parking area on Mart Drive. These Holly trees are shown to
be planted at a minimum two-inch (2") caliper in size. The proposal also includes the addition of
three (3) new planter boxes.
In general, the existing building and existing site conditions limit the uses of the building and the
site; therefore, the addition of the proposed use of a vacant building and the additional green
space on the site is an overall upgrade to the area. Staff recommended approval of the requested
variances.
The applicant explained the interest in using xeriscape landscaping and perhaps, the fixture use Of
an organic roof garden. Commissioner Warren suggested the use of vegetables and/or spices that
are used at the restaurant; a themed use. Chair Wiedower inquired whether there were planter
boxes being proposed or are the boxes aboveground and whether they were to planned to be.
permanent or mobile. The applicant noted that decision hadn't been made to date.
Commissioner Cole inquired about the use/need for a franchise agreement. Staff explained the
need for a franchise agreement will be determined by what materials are requested to be located
within the public right-of-way area. Chair Wiedower inquired about the proposed curb cuts.
The applicant explained yes, a majority of the existing con Lions are concrete; however, the
proposed gray areas are proposed new paving. Vice -chaff nqu iced about the current use of the
building, it was noted the building is currently, vacant. ,1
Commissioner Cole noted the existing elm tree did not look healthy. Staff noted the replacement
of the tree is part of the application and would be required should it die or is removed.
Commissioner Cole inquired about the adjoining parking lot that is shown on the plan. The ,
applicant noted that was a separate parcel; however, parking across the street is included for this
building permit application. Commissioner Homeyer noted the driveway looked very steep. The
applicant noted that indeed the driveway was steep; however, hopes to reduce the slope with the
regarding of the area. Commissioner Warren inquired about the intentions of a drive-thru area.
The applicant noted that currently, that is not an intention. Commissioner Homeyer inquired
about the intention of an automatic irrigation system. The applicant noted the intention of
irrigating the site with either drip irrigation, having employees water the site, or having
' xeriscaping while wouldn't require much water. Commissioner Warren mentioned the use of
rain barrels as a potential option.
Vice -chair Dicker inquired about the use of the current use of the grass strip area. It was noted
the area is currently all paved. Continued vehicular use was addressed. It was noted the area
needed to have some type of device to restrict continued vehicular use of the area. The applicant
noted they would block off the area; most likely with large boulders and a permeable surface
area. Commissioner Warren inquired about the intended use of the Foster Holly Trees. The
applicant presented photos of the site. Chair Wiedower inquired about the dumpster locations.
Xeriscaping was discussed. It was noted the applicant could work with their landscape architect
and city staff regarding the use of xeriscape landscape material.
Motion: Vice -chair Dicker made a motion to accept the proposed variance request pending staff
approval of a landscape plan.
Second: Commissioner Warren seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
TREASURER'S REPORT: no report (treasurer resigned today)
INTRODUCTION OF NEW CBC MEMBER, JULLEAH WISE
NOTICE OF RESIGNATION OF CBC MEMBER, BETSY LUTEN
Commissioner Luten was previously appointed treasurer of the CBC; therefore, a new treasurer
is needed.
This issue can be discussed at next months meeting. Nominations are welcome, volunteers are
encouraged,
and send all correspondence to Chair Wiedower.
COMMITTEE REPORTS: UPDATES:
OLD BUSINESS:
Landscape Awards -no report.
Eve of the Beholder (Tatum)- Commissioner Tatum explained the Eye Award to the newest
CBC Wise. Commissioner Homeyer noted he had 200 signs printed up. It was noted the CBC
website address could be added.
Community Proiects
I-630 Trees -It was noted the committee needs to meet with the various city
departments prior to visiting with the Arkansas Highway Department further. The committee
will schedule a meeting with the various city individuals.
Commissioner Tatum arrived.
Website (Lynn) -Commissioner Warren noted she was continuing to work with Aristotle on the
website. A date for training will be announced and Commissioner Warren noted the intention of
sending out an email regarding the date/time for the training to the CBC.
Library Exhibit- (Tatum) -Commissioner Tatum noted Betsy Luten had previously been
handling the library exhibit. Commissioner Bell noted she would attempt to get the exhibit from
Ms. Luten and help with it in the future.
Brochure- Cole -Commissioner Cole inquired about purpose and the audience for a CBC
brochure. Commissioner Cole noted the CBC is a regulatory body so it was suggested the CBC
give the brochure need some thought. Commissioner Jennings noted the CBC needed to look at
ways to get information out to the public. It was noted publicity was a PR/Communications
issue. It was noted Meg Matthews maybe able to give some direction on this topic.
Neighborhood association's television, contractors, master gardeners, etc. were all venues to
consider regarding venues for information delivery. Commissioner Jennings noted he had
neighborhood information and would relay the data to Commissioner Cole. It was noted Ward
Hanna, City Housing and Neighborhood Programs, would have information on neighborhoods
too.
KLRB {Walter)- Commissioner Jeiuiings noted the city wide clean up which is scheduled for
March 12'" 2011. Volunteers are needed. Six hundred and fifty (650) participated last year.
Thirty-five (35) neighborhoods and hopefully more parks will be cleaned up this year. CBC
participation is both encouraged and appreciated.
Adopt -A -Street (Wiedower)- Plans were made to meet with David Hathcock. Commissioner
Jennings noted he is currently working to cleanup the Adopt -A -Street list; including calling the
people/entities on the list to verify their continued participation. Commissioner Jennings noted
his intention to have the list complete and up-to-date at the March CBC meeting.
Communications- (Cole)- PR discussed with brochure report (see above).
Awards Committee- (no report).
NEW BUSINESS:
Deputy City Attorney, Beth Carpenter explained the City Board had recently added another
member to the Commission; therefore, the by-laws would need to reflect the new number of
eleven (11) Commissioners. Per the requirement, thirty (30) days are to pass prior to voting and
passage of the change. Review the proposed change(s) and voting can commence at the April
CBC 2011 meeting. Commissioner Warren noted it would also be a good time to review the
CBC Duties, Section 15-30, Roles, Duties, etc.
CSC Mission Statement (Cole) -Commissioner Cole handed revised mission statement to the
Commission. Review the change(s); thought on how inclusive the statement should be was
discussed. Commissioner Warren noted it would be good to review the mission statement versus
the CBC goals. CBC members are ask to review and can be discussed at further length at
another meeting.
2011 CBC Retreat Recap (Wiedower)-Chair Wiedower noted the retreat went good. It was
noted Sara done a great job as the facilitator. The public persona of the CBC was discussed. It
was reiterated that the CBC is a regulatory body and an appointed body or commission.
Guest: Joe Arnold: Clean Ordinance and smoke free Policy
Citizen, Joe Arnold, addressed the CBC regarding the elimination of smoking, use of tobacco
products in public parks/spaces. Mr. Arnold has previously worked with the Parks Commission
and worked on a Clean Air Ordinance back in 1997. The goal is to reduce the number of
smokers. One of the ways to accomplish this is to rid our environments of universal symbols to
smoke; for example, ashtrays. A resolution has been passed for a tobacco free environment;
however, an ordinance is needed. A policy is in place; however, not enforceable. Chair
Wiedower noted the CBC wasn't in a position to write/make policy but could consider a letter of
support.
Motion: Vice -Chair Dicker made a motion to discuss a letter of support for this issue at the
March CBC meeting.
Second: Commissioner Warren seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
Motion: Commissioner Homeyer made a motion to adjourn.
Second: Commissioner Warren seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
Adjournment: 1:23 p.m.
February 3`d, 2011
ITEM NO. 1 - C.S.C. 617 - NEW MATTERS
Applicant:
Address:
Description:
ORDINANCE REQUIREMENTS:
B&BTaco Bar
Wilson Brandt, Owner
Ross McCain, Polk Stanley Wilcox, Agent
3501 Old Cantrell Road
SW Corner of Old Cantrell Road and Mart
Drive
1. A perimeter planting strip is required along any side of a vehicular use area that abuts
adjoining property. This strip shall be at least nine (9) feet wide.
2. The city official may grant not more than a twenty-five (25) percent reduction of these
provisions for developments within mature areas.
VARIANCE RE UESTED:
1. The elimination of a portion of the nine foot (9') foot wide perimeter landscaping
strip along the northern perimeter of the site.
2. The reduction of the nine foot (9') wide perimeter landscaping strip along the
eastern perimeter of the site. The amount varies from zero (0) to twelve (12')
foot.
3. The encroachment of dumpster pad and access drive into the nine foot (9') wide
perimeter landscaping strip. This encroachment spans approximately forty-two
foot (42').
FINDINGS:
The C-3 zoned property located at 3501 Old Cantrell Road is occupied by a one-story
commercial building which was originally constructed as a service station with gas pumps. A
canopy is located on the front (north side) of the building, over the area where the gas pumps
previously existed. Driveways from Old Cantrell Road serve as access to the property. The
northern portion of the property, between the building and Old Cantrell Road, is covered in
concrete and served as a vehicular use area, accessing the old gas pump area and service bay
doors on the front of the building. The portions of the property along the east (Mart Drive side)
and south (rear) sides of the building are asphalt paved to the property lines and previously
served as vehicular parking. There is a small portion of the asphalt along the east side of the
building which was cut out, apparently to remove an underground gas tank.
The applicant is proposing to remodel the existing building for use as a restaurant. As part of the
property redevelopment, a small 90 square foot building addition will be constructed on the rear
(south side) of the existing building. A 373 square foot outdoor seating area will be provided at
the rear of the building. The outdoor seating area will be uncovered. The applicant has provided
a parking plan for the property. It includes a total of 12 parking spaces, with a new access drive
(exit only) from Mart Drive at the southeast corner of the property. The eastern most driveway
from Old Cantrell Road will be an entry only drive. Angled parking will be provided along the
east property line. Portions of the existing paving along the east property line will be cut out for
the planting of new trees. The small area of gravel along the east side of the building will be re -
paved as part of an access drive/maneuvering area for the angled parking. New planter beds, a
landscaped island, and the replacement of asphalt with sod in some areas, and the addition of on
site trees are proposed landscape improvements.
The proposed building with addition and outdoor seating will have a total of 2, 252 square feet.
The ordinance requires 22 on -site parking spaces for the proposed restaurant use. As noted
previously, the applicant is proposing 12 on -site spaces. The applicant is leasing up to 13 spaces
from the office development immediately to the north across Old Cantrell Road (Standard
Abstract Building). The applicant is providing 25 overall parking spaces for the proposed
development. On November 20', 2010 the Board of Adjustment approved the parking variance
as submitted.
The Board of Adjustment also approved a variance from the zoning street buffer on November
29'h, 2010. The variance request was from the buffer provision of Section 36-522(b)(3)b. which
requires six feet, nine inch wide street buffer along Old Cantrell Road and along Mart Drive.
The variance included a the elimination of the street buffer along Old Cantrell Road and a
reduced street buffer along Mart Drive. The new landscape plan includes portions of the existing
asphalt along Mart Drive (east property line) will be cut out, with new trees being planted. The
proposal also includes a newly landscaped island between the north property line and Old
Cantrell Road. A franchise agreement with the City of Little Rock may be obtained for the
newly landscaped island.
The landscape ordinance requires a nine -foot wide (9'-0") perimeter landscape strip around the
sites entirety. Due to the existing site lay out conditions the required perimeter landscape strip is
deficient along the northern, eastern, and a small portion of the southern property lines. The
applicant has agreed to cut out some concrete to allow for the space to plant the six (6) trees
proposed along the eastern perimeter of the site. The area along the north functions as egress and
ingress on the site. The small deficiency along the southern perimeter is merely due to the
dumpster and its approach area. This linear distance is approximately forty-two (42') in length.
The proposal includes the elimination of asphalt along the western perimeter of the site,
replacing the asphalt with sod. The site includes two new dumpster areas; according to the
applicant both are required. A portion of the access to these dumpsters encroaches into the nine -
foot (9') wide perimeter landscape strip. This property line encroachment lies next to the
associated parking lot for the property; therefore, the encroachment seems minimal and isn't any
closer than it was prior to this application.
Also, located on the property is a thirty-six inch (36") Elm Tree. The applicant is proposing to
keep the existing tree; therefore, a credit of ten (10) new trees can be granted. The tree must be
properly preserved both during and after construction or the ten (10) trees, two inch in caliper
(2") must be planted in its demise. The applicant is proposing six (6) newly planted Foster Holly
Trees to be planted along the angled parking area on Mart Drive. These Holly trees are shown to
be planted at a minimum two inch (2") caliper in size. The proposal also includes the addition of
three (3) new planter boxes.
In general, the existing building and existing site conditions limit the uses of the building and the
site; therefore, the addition of the proposed use of a vacant building and the additional green
space on the site is an overall upgrade to the area.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested variances.
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ORDINANCE NO. 20,395
2
3 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 15-27 OF THE LITTLE ROCK
4 REVISED CODE OF 1988 TO ADD AN ADDITIONAL MEMBER TO THE
5 LITTLE ROCK CITY BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION; TO DECLARE AND
6 EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
7
8 WHEREAS, Section 15-27 of the City of Little Rock Revised Code of 1988 provides that the Little Rock City
9 Beautiful Commission (the "Commission') shall be composed of ten (10) members; and,
10 WHEREAS, there are a number of citizens who have expressed interest in serving on the Commission; and,
11 WHEREAS, the Board of Directors has concluded that it would be beneficial to the City and the Commission
12 to add an additional member to the Commission to be appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the Board;
13 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CITY OF
14 LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS:
15 Section 1. The first sentence of Section 15-27 (a) of the City of Little Rock Revised Code is hereby amended
16 to read as follows:
17 (a) The City Beautiful Commission shall be composed of eleven (11) members who shall be
18 qualified electors of the City.
19 Section 2. Severability. In the event any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, subparagraph, item,
20 sentence, clause, phrase, or word of this ordinance is declared or adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such
21 declaration or adjudication shall not affect the remaining provisions of this ordinance, as if such invalid or
22 unconstitutional provision were not originally a part of this ordinance.
23 Section 3. Repealer. All ordinances, resolutions, bylaws, and other matters inconsistent with this ordinance are
24 hereby repealed to the extent of such inconsistency.
25 Section 4. Emergency Clause. The ability to fully staff and carry out the purposes of the City Beautiful
26 Commission is essential to the public health, safety and welfare; an emergency is, therefore declared to exist and
27 this ordinance shall he in full force and effect from and after the date of its passage.
28 PASSED: January 18, 2011
29 ATTEST;-, APPROVED:
30
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32 Susan a gley, ityClerk Mark Stodola, Mayor
33 APPRO ED AS TO LEGAL FORM:
34
35Z 1.�•�.t� i� �tJ�
36 Thomas M. Carpenter, Ci�ttorney
MEETING NOTICE
FEBRUARY 3, 2011
THE CITY BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION WILL HOLD ITS REGULAR MEETING AT 11:30 A.M. ON THURSDAY
FEBRUARY 3, 2011, IN CURRAN HALL (615 E CAPITOL AVE, LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201)
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
VARIANCE REQUEST: B & B Taco
INTRODUCTION OF GUEST: NONE
TREASURER'S REPORT:
EXPENSES REPORT
COMMITTEE REPORT: UPDATES
COMMUNITY PROJECTS
0 1-630TREES (COMMITTEE REVIEW UPDATE)
PUBLIC RELATIONS
o WEBSITE
o LIBRARY EXHIBIT/ HISTORY EXHIBIT
• KLRB (UPDATE) (4th Wed / Noon)
• ADOPT -A -STREET COORDINATORS
• INFORMATION / COMMUNICATION
NEW BUSINESS:
• RETREAT RECAP
• MISSION STATEMENT DISCUSSION
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
• NEXT MEETING - THURSDAY, MARCH 3, 2011
■ LITTER PICK UP - SATURDAY,MARCH 5TH (8:30AM)
ADJOURNMENT
BILL
CHRISTY
January 6, 2010
BETSY
WALTER/CHRISTY/HERB/STEVE
LYNN
KAY / BETSY
WALTER
HERB/CARRIE
JENNIE
BILL
JENNIE