HomeMy WebLinkAboutpc_01 04 1994subLITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION
SUBDIVISION HEARING
SUMMARY AND MINUTE RECORD
JANUARY 4, 1994
12:30 P.M.
I. Roll Call and Finding of a Quorum
A Quorum was present being ten in number.
II. Approval of the Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Minutes of the December 16, 1993 meeting were approved as
mailed.
III. Members Present:
Members Absent:
Brad Walker, Chairman
Jerilyn Nicholson
Kathleen Oleson
Emmett Willis, Jr.
Ramsay Ball
Bill Putnam
Ron Woods
Joe Selz
John McDaniel
Diane Chachere
Jim VonTungeln
City Attorney: Stephen Giles
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LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION
SUBDIVISION AGENDA
JANUARY 4, 1994
PRELIMINARY PLAT
1. Brennan Addition - Amended Preliminary Plat (S -983-A)
2. Elgor Addition - (Sandpiper South Addition)
Preliminary Plat (5-1001)
3. Point West 5th. Addition - Preliminary Plat and Replat of Lots 3,
4 and 5 of Point West 4th Addition (5-54-U)
4. Shackleford Road Industrial Park - Preliminary Plat (S-1003)
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT
5. Central Properties - Short -form PCD (Z -5412-A)
6. Hillside Village Townhouses - Amended Short -form PRD
(Z -5656-A)
7. Snell -Northcutt - Short -form PCD (Z-5769)
8. Maxmart Office - Short -form POD (Z-5770)
9. Meyer 2nd. and Ringo - Short -form POD (S-1000)
SITE PLAN REVIEW:
10. Denver Roller, Inc./Citizens Fidelity Insurance -
Revised Site Plan Review (S -753-C)
CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS:
11. Arch Street Church of Christ - Revised CUP (Z -3844-C)
12. Church of Jesus Christ - Revised CUP (Z -4041-B)
13. Howard Street Church of God - CUP (Z-5768)
14. Ali Manufactured Home - CUP (Z-5771)
15. Perkins Manufactured Home - CUP (Z-5772)
16. St. Margaret's Episcopal Church - CUP (Z-5773)
Agenda, January 4, 1994 Planning Commission Meeting
RIGHT-OF-WAY ABANDONMENTS:
17. Block 11, Ruebel and Leymer Addition - Alley Right-of-way
Abandonment (G-23-198)
18. Block 1, Suburban village of Harrington - Exclusive Alley Right -
of -Way and Easement Abandonment (G-23-199)
OTHER MATTERS:
19. Inez Street - Name Change to Jeffrey L. Hawkins Street
(G-25-165)
20. Pennwyck Subdivision Preliminary Plat - Time Extension
(S-947)
21. First Baptist Church Long -form PRD - Time Extension
(Z-4562)
22. The Summit Mall Long -form PCD - Time Extension (Z-4562)
23. Staff will not have any public hearing items for the January 25,
1994 hearing. Instead, staff would like to have a work session
on various items, such as the bike plan, the 1994 ordinance
amendment package overview, the housing handbook, and the Panky
study. The work session can either be a full commission meeting
or a plans committee meeting. At the January 4, 1994 hearing,
staff would like direction from the commission of whether the
January 25th. meeting should be cancelled or if the full
commission would like to participate is a work session.
January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 1 FILE NO • S -983-A
NAME: BRENNAN ADDITION -- REVISED PRELIMINARY PLAT
LOCATION: On the east side of Reservoir Road, one-half block
north of White Rock Lane and abutting Hilltop Manor Addition to
the north.
DEVELOPER:
ENGINEER•
A. S. ROSEN AND GLEN WOODRIFF WHITE-DATERS & ASSOCIATES, INC.
9101 Rodney Parham Road 401 S. Victory St.
Little Rock, AR 72205 Little Rock, AR 72201
223-0647 374-1666
AREA: 8.27 ACRES NUMBER OF LOTS: 21 & FT. NEW STREET: 670
3 Tracts
ZONING R-2 PROPOSED USES: Residential
PLANNING DISTRICT: 3
CENSUS TRACT: 22.03
VARIANCES REOUESTED: None
STATEMENT OF PROPOSAL:
The developer proposes an amended preliminary plat for the
development of a subdivision with 21 single-family residential
lots, one tract, Tract A, which is proposed to be re -zoned to
R-5, and two tracts bordering the Grassy Flat creek floodway on
the east. A new internal street, which is proposed to enter at
Reservoir Road and terminate in a cul-de-sac to the east, is to
be 670 feet in length. Reservoir Road is the 'boundary street
along the west property line. White Rock Lane forms a portion of
the southern boundary of the subdivision. Improvements to both
boundary streets are anticipated; however, it is proposed that
the improvements to White Rock Lane be deferred until Tract A is
developed as phase II of the addition.
A. PROPOSAWREOUEST:
The applicant requests approval of an amended preliminary
plat by the Planning Commission for the development of a
8.27 acre tract to contain 21 single-family residential
lots, a "Tract All for future development as an R-5, Urban
Residence District, and two tracts bordering the Grassy Flat
creek floodway. This request follows a preliminary plat
which was approved by the Planning Commission on July 13,
1993, with a different configuration of the street (the
street exited the site to the east onto White Rock Lane in
January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 1 (Continued) FILE NO • S -983-A
lieu of terminating in a cul-de-sac) and involved only the
western -most 5 acres of the current proposal. The developer
proposes a two -phased development, with the 21 lots
surrounding the cul-de-sac being phase I, and Tract A, along
with the portion of White Rock Lane, frontage of Lots 13,
14, and 15 being phase II. It is proposed that all
improvements to White Rock Lane be tied to the phase II
development. An "in -lieu" contribution for the construction
of Reservoir Road is anticipated. No waivers are requested.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site is undeveloped and wooded. Grassy Flat creek lies
along the east border of the tract. Reservoir Road forms
the west boundary. Hilltop Manor Addition lies to the
north. White Rock Terrace Addition and White Rock Lane form
the southern boundary. The site is zoned R-2. Property to
the north, east, and west are zoned R-2; property to the
south is zoned MF -24 and 0-3.
C. ENGINEERING/UTILITY COMMENTS:
The City Engineering office indicates that the right-of-way
for Reservoir Road must be dedicated, and that the developer
must pay an in -lieu payment for improvements to Reservoir
Road. White Rock Lane adjacent to the plat must be
improved. The Detention and Excavation Ordinances are
applicable. PAGIS monuments will be required.
Water Works indicates that a water main extension will be
required.
Wastewater reports that a sewer main extension, with
easements, will be required.
Arkansas Power and Light Co. and Southwestern Bell Telephone
Co. will require easements.
Arkansas Louisiana Gas Co. approved the submittal without
comment.
The Fire Department approved the submittal without comment.
D. ISSUES/LEGAL/TECHNICAL/DESIGN:
Abutting property is not identified as required by the
Regulations: the names of abutting subdivisions are to be
noted and the book and page number or instrument number
citing their recording with the Circuit Clerk are to be
shown; and, the names of owners of abutting property which
is not subdivided are to be shown.
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January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 1 (Continued) FILE NO.: S -983-A
The zoning classifications of abutting property are to be
shown. This required information is incomplete and
incorrect. The required information to the east is not
shown. Across White Rock Lane is an 0-3 zoned area which is
not shown.
The phasing plan delineates two phases, with the development
of Tract A and the construction of the improvements on White
Rock Lane being phase II. It is unclear whether tracts B
and C are part of phase I or phase II.
The line delineating the phases follows the White Rock Lane
right-of-way line across the south frontage of lots 13, 14,
and 15, yet lots 14 and 15 are shown extending into the
right-of-way. This area needs to be eliminated from the two
lots and designated as being dedicated to the City. The
location of the proposed PAGIS marker needs to be changed.
Tract C is apparently 11 land- locked,,. Provision needs to be
made for providing access or dedicating this tract to the
City.
E. ANALYSIS:
Most of the outstanding issues are minimal and can be easily
remedied; however, improvements to White Rock Lane do not
need to be postponed until "Phase III'; that phase may never
occur. The proposed use is in conformance with the Land Use
Plan.
F. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends approval of the preliminary plat subject to
the applicant completing the submittal requirements noted
and making the required improvements to white Rock Lane as
part of Phase I development.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT:
(DECEMBER 9, 1993)
Mr. Joe White, representing the applicant, was present. Staff
presented the proposal. The Committee reviewed with Mr. White
the deficiencies noted in the discussion outline, and Mr. White
responded that he would make the needed corrections. The
Committee referred the item to the Commission for review.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(JANUARY 4, 1994)
Staff reported that the applicant had revised the request to meet
the requirements as presented at the Subdivision Committee
meeting and that no issues remain unresolved. The item was
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ITEM NO.: 1 (Continued) FILE NO • S -983-A
included on the Consent Agenda for approval and was approved with
the note of 7 ayes, no nays, 4 absent and no abstentions.
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ITEM NO.: 2 FILE NO.: S-1001
AME: ELGOR ADDITION (SANDPIPER SOUTH) - PRELIMINARY PLAT
LOCATION: South of KaniS Road and east of Bowman Road, beyond
the south end of Peach Tree Drive and south of Sandpiper
Addition.
WILSON DEVELOPMENT LLC
P. O. Box 3140
Little Rock, AR 72203
663-2053
AREA: 11.6 ACRES NUMBER OF LOTS: 12
ZONI R-2
PLANNING DISTRICT: 11
CENSUS TRACT: 24.04
VARIANCES REQUESTED:
STATEMENT OF PROPOSAL:
PROPOSED USES•
None
ENGINEER•
MCGETRICK ENGINEERING
11225 Huron Lane
Little Rock, AR 72211
223-9900
FT. NEW STREET: 660
Single-family Residential
The applicant proposes a preliminary plat for the development of
a 12 lot single-family residential subdivision. The property is
a 11.6 acre tract lying immediately south of Sandpiper Addition,
and the street which is proposed is a 600 foot extension of Peach
Tree Drive from its intersection with Ridgewood Drive in
Sandpiper Addition. No sidewalks are proposed to be constructed.
South of the proposed subdivision is Panther Branch creek, and
the developer proposes to dedicate the floodway of the creek to
the City. Additionally, the developer proposes to dedicate to
the City the "left -over" land not platted as residential lots but
which are outside the floodway. This land along Panther Branch
is contiguous to City owned or public property to the east and
north-west.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST:
The developer requests approval by the Planning Commission
of a preliminary plat for the development of a 12 lot
subdivision on a 11.6 acre tract. The street which is
proposed for the subdivision is shown to extend southward
from the current end of Peach Tree Drive in the Sandpiper
Addition to the north, then form a cul-de-sac after turning
westward. No sidewalk is proposed to be constructed.
January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 2 (Continued) FILE NO • S-1001
B.
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Panther Branch creek borders the subdivision to the south,
and the developer proposes to dedicate to the City both the
creek floodway and land within the platted subdivision
boundary but which is not shown to be platted as lots. No
construction within the floodway is proposed. No variances
are requested.
EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site is undeveloped and wooded, with Panther Branch
creek transversing the site and forming the southern
boundary of the proposed addition. The I-430 right-of-way
lies immediately to the east. Sandpiper Subdivision,
Sandpiper West Subdivision, and City -owned land along
Panther Branch creek abut the proposed addition to the
north. The site and all properties surrounding the site are
zoned R-2.
ENGINEERING/UTILITY COMMENTS:
The City Engineering office indicates that the minimum floor
elevation for structures to be built on lots in the
floodplain must be shown. The Detention and Excavation
Ordinances are applicable to this development. The floodway
is to be dedicated to the City. The correct name of the
subdivision street is Peach Tree Drive. The word "street"
needs to be changed to reflect the correct designation.
Water works indicates that a water main extension will be
required.
Wastewater reports that a sewer main outfall is located
within the plat boundary, and that Wastewater needs to be
contacted for details. A sewer main extension, with
easements, is needed to serve all lots.
Arkansas Power and Light Co. will require easements.
Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. and Arkansas Louisiana Gas
Co. approved the submittal without comment.
The Fire Department approved the submittal without comment.
ISSUES/LEGAL/TECHNICAL/DESIGN:
Peach Tree Drive within the subdivision is a
Peach Tree Drive in Sandpiper Addition. It,
not qualify as a minor residential street.
required to be built.
PA
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continuation of
therefore, does
sidewalk is
January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 2 (Continued) FILE NO.: S-1001
The plat is to show, where applicable, the names of recorded
subdivision, with the plat book and page number or
instrument number of their filing with the Circuit Clerk,
which abut the proposed subdivision. For unplatted land,
the names of the abutting property owners are to be shown.
This information is not complete.
The Subdivision Ordinance requires that the submittal
contain information on the average and minimum lot sizes.
This is not furnished. The zoning classification(s) of the
proposed subdivision and of abutting properties are to be
shown on the preliminary plat. This is not done. A
statement regarding the proposed phasing of the development
needs to be included on the plat.
The proposed lot 6 does not appear to have enough depth.
Reconfigure this lot to conform to the regulations. There
is evidently an error in the location of the radius points
for the cul-de-sac and the building line around the cul-de-
sac; they do not form concentric circles. This needs to be
corrected. No building line needs to be shown where there
are no lots anticipated or platted.
As noted in the "Statement of Proposal" and
"Proposal/Request", the "left -over" land not included as
platted lots needs to be dedicated to the City; otherwise a
provision needs to be made for maintenance of this land. In
order to properly transfer title to the City, a quit claim
deed must be executed.
ANALYSIS•
Only minimal deficiencies in the submittal have been noted.
It is anticipated that the developer and engineer can supply
completed information and documents prior to the Planning
Commission hearing.
The proposed use as single-family residential is in keeping
with the Land Use Plan.
STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends approval of the preliminary plat.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT:
(DECEMBER 9, 1993)
Pat McGetrick, the project engineer, was present. Staff
presented the request. Mr. McGetrick reviewed the comments
contained in the discussion outline and indicated that he would
make the needed corrections or furnish the information requested.
He related that the developer would, indeed, dedicate the
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ITEM NO.: 2 (Continued) FILE NO.: S-1001
"unused" land to the City. After a brief review by the
Committee, the item was referred to the Commission for final
resolution.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 4, 1994)
The applicant was present. A representative of the Sandpiper
Property Owners Association was present. Staff indicated that
Peachtree Drive would be considered a standard residential street
into the proposed addition until 90 -degree turn occurs, at which
point it would be qualified as a minor residential street. The
sidewalk extension would extend to that point. It was clarified
to the property owners association representative, Mr. Reginald
Wilson, that a proposal involved only 12 new lots, and that
Peachtree Drive will not be extended further southward. A motion
was made and seconded to approve the request. The motion passed
with the vote of 8 ayes, no nays, 2 absents, and 1 abstention
(McDaniel).
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ITEM NO.: 3 FILE NO.: S -54-U
NAME: POINT WEST 5TH. ADDITION PRELIMINARY PLAT. AND RE -PLAT OF
LOTS 3, 4, & 5 OF POINT WEST 4TH. ADDITION
LOCATION: South of Kanis Road and west of Bowman Road in Point
West Addition, west of Mesquite Drive and beyond the south end of
White Road
DEVELOPER: ENGINEER:
ERC PROPERTIES MCGETRICK ENGINEERING
815 Fort Street 11225 Huron Lane
Barling, AR 72023 Little Rock, AR 72211
452-9950 223-9900
AREA: 10.76 ACRES NUMBER OF LOTS: 39 FT. NEW STREET: 2,100
ZONING: R-2 PROPOSED USES: Single-family Residential
PLANNING DISTRICT: 18
CENSUS TRACT: 42.07
VARIANCES REQUESTED: None
STATEMENT OF PROPOSAL:
The applicant proposes a preliminary plat in order to develop a
10.76 acre tract which abuts the existing Point West Addition.
An additional 39 single-family lots are proposed, with 2,100 feet
of new streets. In order to gain access from the existing Point
West development, a roadway is proposed to be constructed
westward off Mesquite Drive in Point West 4th. Addition. This
necessitates re -platting three lots in Point West 4th. to provide
the right-of-way for the roadway and the creation of two revised
configurations of lots at the intersection of the new roadway and
Mesquite Drive. A sidewalk is proposed to be constructed along
Teton Drive, but the two other new streets are anticipated to
meet the standard as minor residential streets and, consequently,
are not proposed to have sidewalks constructed along their
rights-of-way.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST:
Review by the Planning Commission is requested for the
development of Point West 5th. Addition and the re -platting
of three lots in Point West 4th. Addition. The applicant
proposes the acquisition of a 10.76 acre site to the west of
and abutting the Point West 4th. Addition for the
development of 39 residential lots along 2,100 feet of new
streets. Re -platting three of the lots in Point West 4th.
January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 3 (Continued) FILE NO • 5-54-U
Addition is necessitated in order to provide access from
Point West 4th. Addition into the new area. The three lots
thus become the right-of-way for Teton Drive and two newly
configured corner lots. It is proposed that Teton Drive
extend northward to the north boundary of the addition and,
as a standard residential street, have a sidewalk
constructed along the right-of-way. The two other streets,
Calvary Circle and White Road, are anticipated to meet the
requirements as minor residential streets and not be
required to have sidewalks constructed along their
rights-of-way. White Road, however, is proposed to extent
to the north-west boundary of the subdivision and meet the
existing White Road right-of-way in Simpson Subdivision. No
variances are requested.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site is currently undeveloped, overgrown, and heavily
wooded. Panther Branch creek borders the site to the south
and south-west. Undeveloped land lies to the west. Point
West 4th. Addition and Point West 3rd. Addition lie to the
east. Simpson Subdivision and undeveloped land lie to the
north. The existing zoning of the site is R-2, with R-2
zoning on all land in the area.
C. ENGINEERING/UTILITY COMMENTS:
The City Engineering office indicates that the radius on
curve #3 must be increased to 150 feet in order to comply
with the Master Street Plan standards. The Detention and
Excavation Ordinances are applicable in this development.
PAGIS monuments will be required.
Water Works reports that a water main extension will be
needed.
Wastewater indicates that a sewer main extension, with
easements, will be required.
Arkansas Louisiana Gas Co. and Southwestern Bell Telephone
Co. approved the submittal without comment.
The Fire Department approved the submittal without comment.
D. ISSUES/LEGAL/TECHNICAL/DESIGN:
The plat title deals with Point West 5th. Addition only. It
also needs to denote that a re -plat of a portion of Point
West 4th. Addition is included.
The Regulations require that information on the average and
minimum lot sizes be furnished. This information has not
been included.
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ITEM NO.: 3 (Continued) FILE NO.: S -54-u
The preliminary plat is to show the names of abutting
subdivisions or of property owners. Where abutting property
is subdivided, the book and page number or instrument number
of the filing of the ownership with the Circuit Clerk is to
be included. This information is incomplete.
The zoning classification of all abutting property is to be
shown. This information is incomplete.
Both Teton Drive and White Road are shown to extend to the
subdivision boundary. White Road is anticipated to open to
the existing White Road in the subdivision to the north and
exit to Kanis Road beyond. The possibility or plan for
future extension of Teton Drive is not dealt with, but needs
to be. An overall plan for Point West, both existing and
proposed is needed. Staff needs to review the addition's
overall street layout, the relationship of the internal
street system with external streets, and the proposed access
points from the addition to the external street system.
White Road is shown extending outside the boundary of the
plat to the west to align with the existing White Road
right-of-way in Simpson Subdivision. Provision needs to be
made for the proposed activity and construction outside the
boundary of the subdivision.
The application indicates that White Road will meet minor
residential street standards, and, consequently, will not be
required to have a sidewalk constructed along its right-of-
way. Since White Road is extended to the subdivision
boundary and is anticipated to tie onto the existing
improved white Road, it will, presumably, not qualify as a
minor residential street. A sidewalk will be required.
The location of the floodway and floodplain must be
indicated on the plat. If structures are to be built on
lots which lie in the floodplain, the minimum floor
elevations for these structures must be shown.
Any proposed phasing of development must be noted.
E. ANALYSIS•
The deficiencies and comments noted are, for the most part,
relatively minor and the project engineer can, presumably,
provide the information required or make the changes needed
in a timely manner. There are two situations which have not
been dealt with and this needs to be done prior to the
Commission's approval of the plat. Access northward from
the boundary of the subdivision is anticipated; however,
there is no indication that the land north of Teton Drive is
under the control of the applicant or that access northward
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ITEM NO • 3 (Continued) FILE NO.: S -54-U
from Teton Drive will be possible. The existing White Road
in Simpson Subdivision is substandard and cannot accommodate
increased traffic from Point West. It can be anticipated
that a great deal of traffic from not only Point West 5th.,
but Point West 4th. and 3rd. will utilize the more direct
access from Point West to Kanis Road by way of White Road,
rather than the cumbersome path eastward to Point West Drive
and onto Kanis Road. This access question needs to be dealt
with and resolved prior to approval of the preliminary plat.
F. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends deferral of the approval of the preliminary
plat until an overall plan of the entire Point West
subdivision is submitted, provisions for alternate access to
the subdivision are indicated, and staff and the applicant's
engineer have had an opportunity to study this situation.
sSUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (DECEMBER 9, 1993)
Mr. Pat McGetrick, the project engineer, was present. Staff
presented the proposal. Mr. McGetrick responded to the items
contained in the discussion outline. He indicated that he would
provide the requested information and make the needed changes.
The Committee discussed with Mr. McGetrick the situation of the
two streets extending to the subdivision boundary with either an
inadequate roadway beyond on White Road or no available
right-of-way beyond Teton Drive. There was no resolution of the
questions raised. The Committee forwarded the item to the
Commission for resolution of the remaining questions.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 4, 1994)
The applicant's representation, Mr. Pat McGetrick, was present.
A number of persons representing the existing neighborhood along
White Road were present. Staff presented the request and Mr.
McGetrick addressed the Commission concerning the deficiencies
noted at the Subdivision Committee meeting. He indicated that
the requested overall scheme of Point West had been provided and
that the collector roads indicated, once extended beyond the
subdivision, would add the needed additional access to the
property. He added that Winrock is extending Gamble Road to the
south to Bowman in their recently approved plat.
Mr. Paul Glasscock, representing White Road residents, responded
that the existing White Road could not handle the additional
traffic to be directed onto it by tying the new section into the
existing road. After a lengthy discussion involving planning
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ITEM NO • 3 (Continued) FILE NO.: S -54-U
commission members, staff and various other White Road residents,
the Commission directed Mr. McGetrick to redesign the north-west
corner of the proposed subdivision to eliminate the White Road
tie-in. There was a stipulation added that staff should submit
the revised plat to the Fire Department for review, and if
approved, the elimination of the tie-in would be required. A
motion to that effect was made and seconded, and passed with the
vote of 9 ayes, no nays, 2 absent, and no abstentions.
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ITEM NO.: 4 FILE NO • S-1003
NAME: SHACKLEFORD ROAD INDUSTRIAL PARR
LOCATION: On the east side of Shackleford Road, approximately
0.2 miles south of Colonel Glenn Road
DEVELOPER:
KELTON BROWN, SR.
13,700 Beckenham Dr.
Little Rock, AR 72212
225-2111
AREA: 10.65 ACRES NUMBER OF LOTS: 8
ZONING: I-1
PLANNING DISTRICT: 11
CENSUS TRACT: 24.05
VARIANCES REOUESTED:
STATEMENT OF PROPOSAL:
ENGINEER•
ROBERT D. HOLLOWAY
200 Casey Drive
Little Rock, AR 72118
851-8806
FT. NEW STREET: 650
PROPOSED USES: Industrial
Improvements to Shackleford Road
The applicant proposes a preliminary plat for the development of
an industrial park. The site is a 10.65 acre tract, and the
creation of 8 industrial lots is proposed. Shackleford road
borders the site on the west, and a single internal street
totaling 650 feet in length is proposed. The applicant proposes
50 foot building set -back lines along the internal street
frontages; 70 foot along Shackleford Road. A 100 foot building
line is proposed along the east property line.
A. PROPOSAWREOUEST:
The applicant requests approval by the Planning Commission
of a preliminary plat for the development of a 8 -lot
industrial park subdivision. The site is a 10.65 acre
tract. One cul-de-sac internal street is proposed with a
total length of 650 feet. The internal street is proposed
to be constructed to Master Street Plan standards; no
improvements to Shackleford Road are planned, although
dedication of the required right-of-way is proposed. The
Zoning Regulations specify a 70 foot front building line in
the I-1 zoning district; the applicant proposes to conform
to the requirdd setback on the Shackleford frontage, but
proposes a 50 foot setback along the internal street. A
100 foot building line is proposed along the east boundary
of the subdivision as a buffer to the residential area
beyond.
January 4, 1994
ITEM NO:: 4 (Continued) FILE NO.: S-1003
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site is mostly cleared, with the remains of the former
use as a construction yard on the site. To the north is
the site of the approved but as yet undeveloped "Buie
Mini -storage PCD11. Presently that site is occupied by a
non -conforming junk yard use. To the west and south is
additional I-1 property. Along the east property line is a
50 foot wide OS strip, with R-2 property beyond.
C. ENGINEERING/UTILITY COMMENTS:
The City Engineering office reports that the internal street
layout must be redesigned to meet minimum Master Street Plan
standards. The double cul-de-sacs design does not meet that
standard. Dedication of right-of-way along Shackleford Road
and improvements of Shackleford Road to Master Street Plan
standards is required. The Detention and Excavation
Ordinances are applicable to this development. (Engineering
advises that the applicant needs to file an application for
a State permit.) PAGIS monuments must be shown. A name for
the proposed internal street must be shown.
Water Works indicates that a water main extension will be
required. A pro -rata front footage charge of $15.00 per
front foot applies in addition to the normal connection
charge for connections off Shackleford Road.
Wastewater reports that a sewer main extension, with
easements, will be required.
Arkansas Power and Light Co. and Southwestern Bell Telephone
Co. will require easements.
Arkansas Louisiana Gas Co. approved the submittal without
comment.
The Fire Department approved the submittal without comment.
D. ISSUES/LEGAL/TECHNICAL/DESIGN:
The application and Bill of Assurance indicate that the name
of the proposed subdivision is Shackleford Road Industrial
Park. The plat shows the name as Shackleford Industrial
Park, leaving out "Road". Make the information consistent.
The plat shows the width of the right-of-way of the internal
street, but does not show the width or location of the
street. This needs to be shown.
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ITEM NO 4 (Continued) FILE NO.: S-1003
Both the names and the book and page number or instrument
number of the recording of all abutting subdivisions must be
shown. Where the abutting property is not subdivided, the
names of the owners of that property must be shown. This
information is not complete on the plat.
The zoning classifications of abutting properties are to be
shown. This is incomplete on the plat.
A certificate of preliminary surveying accuracy is required
to be included on the plat. This has been omitted.
The I-1 zoning district requires site plan review by the
Planning Commission prior to development. Each lot will
have to be reviewed in the Commission as development is
undertaken.
E. ANALYSIS•
There are fundamental problems with the design of this
subdivision involving the layout of the internal street not
meeting Master Street Plan standards, yet there is not a lot
of flexibility for modifying the layout. The applicant
needs to confer with the City Engineering office as a
re -design is considered. The remaining deficiencies can be
easily remedied. The anticipated use is in conformance with
the zoning and the Land Use Plan.
F. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends deferral of this request pending a
re -design of the internal street.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (DECEMBER 9, 1993)
No one was present to present this item. Staff reported that a
FAX had been received from the project engineer, Mr. Robert
Holloway, indicating that a deferral was being requested until
the February 8, 1994 Planning Commission hearing. The item,
then, was not reviewed.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 4, 1994)
Staff reported that the item could be included on the Consent
Agenda for deferral to the February 8, 1994 hearing. The
deferral was approved with the vote of 7 ayes, no nays, 4 absent,
and no abstentions.
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ITEM NO.: 5 FILE NO • Z -5412-A
NAME: CENTRAL PROPERTIES -- SHORT -FORM PCD
LOCATION: At the north-west corner of Hinson Road and Rodney
Parham Road
DEVELOPER•
CENTRAL PROPERTIES
c/o John Flake
425 W. Capitol, Suite 300
Little Rock, AR 72203
376-8005
AREA: 4 ACRES ±
ZONING R-2 to PCD
PLANNING DISTRICT: 1
CENSUS TRACT: 42.06
NUMBER OF LOTS• 1
VARIANCES REOUESTED: None
STATEMENT OF PROPOSAL:
ARCHITECT:
CROMWELL FIRM
One Spring Street
Little Rock, AR 72201
372-2900
FT. NEW STREET• 0
PROPOSED USES: Office & Commercial
The applicant proposes the establishment of a Planned Commercial
Development District in order to develop a 4 acre tract with
mixed office and commercial uses. The proposed buildings are
planned to be oriented toward Rodney Parham and Hinson Roads,
with an Applebee's restaurant planned at the north extremity of
the property facing Rodney Parham, a Walgreen's store at the
corner of Rodney Parham and Hinson Roads, and an office building
at the western edge of the property facing Hinson Road. Two
access drives are proposed off Rodney Parham; one off Hinson
Road. No drive accesses are proposed off the three residential
streets to the north, north-west, or west; a 30 foot landscape
buffer is proposed along these three streets. Parking for 205
cars is indicated.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST:
Review by the Planning Commission and approval by the Board
of Directors is requested for the establishment of a PCD on
a 4 acre tract at the corner of Rodney Parham and Hinson
Roads. The requested PCD orients the buildings towards
these two minor arterial roadways, with access being derived
only from these two streets. Two access points are proposed
on Rodney Parham; one on Hinson. No access is proposed to
the three residential streets to the north, north-west, and
west, and a 30 foot landscape buffer is proposed along the
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ITEM NO • 5 (Continued) FILE NO.: Z -54'2 -
length of these three streets. The applicant proposes to
retain many of the existing trees in this '30 foot area and
to add additional trees and evergreen landscaping to provide
an all -season buffer which will, "in time", obscure the
buildings and parking from view from the residential area
beyond. Earth berms are proposed to be placed in the
"greenbelt" to protect existing trees and to maintain the
wooded appearance in this area. New landscaping is proposed
to be provided which, as related by the applicant, will
exceed City landscaping requirements. On -premise signs will
be designed and placed in conformance with the City Sign
Ordinance requirements.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site is, for the most part, .heavily wooded. There are
two residences on the site, one facing Rodney Parham; one
facing Hinson. A log cabin and barn stand behind/to the
west of the residence which faces Rodney Parham and lie
along the north property line of the site. Buff Lane,
Valley Club Circle, and Wendy Lane border the site on the
north, north-west, and west respectively. The current
zoning c -f the site is R-2. Property to the north and west
is zoned R-2. Property to the north-west is zoned R-2 and
R-4. Property across Rodney Parham is zoned PCD. Property
across Hinson is R-5, R-2, and 0-3. Diagonally across the
intersection of Rodney Parham and Hinson is C-2 zoned
property.
C. ENGINEERING/UTILITY COMMENTS:
The City Engineering office indicates that right-of-way must
be dedicated for Rodney Parham and Hinson Roads which is,
consistent with Master Street Plan requirements. Additional
right-of-way is, therefore needed. Improvements on Rodney
Parham must be constructed, and conformance to traffic
engineering design requirements must be met for the Rodney
Parham -Hinson intersection. The northern -most access drive
on Rodney Parham must be abandoned. The Detention and
Excavation Ordinances are applicable.
Water Works indicates that on-site fire protection may be
required. A water main extension may be required.
Wastewater reports that sewer is available on Hinson Road,
Wendy Lane, and on Buff Lane. The developer will be
required to extend service to the property.
Site Plan review reports that the required average buffer
width along Hinson Road is 21 feet. The requirement along
Rodney Parham Road is 20 feet. The minimum requirements are
14 feet and 13 feet respectively. The buffer width
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ITEM NO.: 5 (Continued) FILE NO.: Z -5412-A
indicated on the plan submitted drops below the 6 foot
minimum allowed at any given point. The Landscape Ordinance
requires a 6 foot wide perimeter landscape strip separating
lot lease line unless an access easement is provided.
Arkansas Power and Light Co. will require easements.
Arkansas Louisiana Gas Co. and Southwestern Bell Telephone
Co. each approved the submittal without comment.
The Fire Department approved the submittal without comment.
D. ISSUES/LEGAL/TECHNICAL/DESIGN:
The application cites "Applebee's" and "walgreen's" by name,
along with the "office building" use, and, as presently
proposed, the PCD, if established, would provide for these
two specific uses plus the office use. If the applicant
wishes to retain the option of having alternate tenants in
the two commercial building, then this must be requested.
Otherwise, only these two tenants will be permitted without
amending the PCD. Additionally, the applicant needs to be
more specific in the uses requested in the "office"
building.
The survey and plan which have been submitted are deficient.
The Subdivision Ordinance requires the site plan be
submitted on a sheet not to exceed 241, by 3611, or less than
12" by 2411, be to scale, and contain a vicinity map. The
plan is to show the proposed treatment of the perimeter of
the property (e.g., the materials and techniques for
screening and fencing) and contain a schematic landscaping
plan. The survey and plan is to show all existing and
proposed easements, the location and dimensions of
buildings, parking, etc. A preliminary plat is to be
furnished which meets all the requirements of the Ordinance:
the name of the proposed subdivision; name, address, and
source of title of the owner; name of the subdivider; legal
description; source of water and means of wastewater
disposal; vicinity map; contours at 2 foot intervals;
boundary street design and right-of-way dedication; building
set -back lines; location and description of monuments; metes
and bounds legal description; present zoning classification
of the site and of abutting properties; and inclusion and
execution of the preliminary surveying and engineering
certifications. A preliminary Bill of Assurance is to be
provided. None of this has been submitted.
Any anticipated signage needs to be shown and described.
Location(s) and size of the signs must be dealt with in the
approval of the PCD.
A development schedule is to be furnished.
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ITEM NO.: 5 (Continued) FILE NO.: Z -54'12-A
E. ANALYSIS•
The submittal is deficient .in critically important ways, and
review cannot proceed without adequate documents being
submitted.
As far as the land use element is concerned, the Planning
staff indicates that the City Land Use Plan recommends
office use for the site, and that, while some commercial
uses might be appropriately mixed in with an office
development, the proposal is primarily a commercial
development. If a mixed office and commercial development
is pursued, then the proportion of each use must be
specified and approved and must be in conformance with the
land use plan.
F. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends deferral of the application until adequate
design documents and submittals are supplied. It is
recommended that the applicant confer with staff to
determine appropriate exhibits and design requirements. It
is also recommended that the applicant confer with the
Planning staff to bring the requested uses into conformance
with the Land Use Plan.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT:
(DECEMBER 9, 1993)
The applicant, Mr. John Flake, was present, as were
representatives of the architectural firm and of the proposed
tenants. Staff presented the request and outlined the
deficiencies noted in the discussion outline. The applicant and
architect reviewed the planned improvements and discussed the
staff's observations and requirements. After a lengthy
discussion involving the Committee members, applicant, and staff,
the Committee forwarded the request to the Commission for the
hearing.
STAFF UPDATE
A letter has been received from the applicant dated
December 15, 1993, seeking to defer the hearing of this
item until the February 8, 1994 hearing.
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ITEM NO.: 5 (Continued) FILE NO.: Z -5412-A
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
Staff reported that the item could
Agenda for deferral to the February
deferral was approved with the vote
and no abstentions.
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be included on the Consent
8, 1994 hearing. The
of 7 ayes, no nays, 4 absent,
January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 6 FILE NO • Z -5656-B
NAME: HILLSIDE VILLAGE TOWNHOUSES -- AMENDED SHORT -FORM PRD
LOCATION: Two blocks south of Cantrell Road, beyond the end of
Fillmore Street
DEVELOPER•
ARCHITECT•
TOM SCHUECR TOWNLEY-WILLIAMS, ARCHITECTS, INC.
#10 Pleasant Valley Drive #18 Corporate Hill Drive
Little Rock, AR 72212 Little Rock, AR 72205
225-4625 224-1900
AREA: 0.73 ACRES ± NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0
ZONING: PRD PROPOSED USES: Residential
PLANNING DISTRICT: 4
CENSUS TRACT• 16
VARIANCES REOUESTED: None
STATEMENT OF PROPOSAL:
An amendment to a previously approved Planned Residential
Development District is proposed in order to decrease the number
of residences which were formerly approved and to change the
scheme from attached townhouses to detached, free-standing homes.
Five homes, each 33 feet wide, with 4 foot interior side yards
and 8 foot exterior side yards on the two end homes are proposed.
A 25 foot rear yard setback is proposed, leaving approximately 48
feet for the front yards and the 20 foot private drive. The
exteriors are proposed to vary somewhat in style, color, look,
etc., but all five homes are to be basically identical plans with
brick veneer exteriors. Access is to be provided by way of
Fillmore Street which "dead -ends" at the edge of the property.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST:
Review by the Planning Commission and approval by the Board
of Directors is requested for an amendment to the previously
approved Hillside Village Townhouses PRD. The original
request was heard by the Planning Commission on March 9,
1993 and was approved by the Board of Directors on April 6.
The plan which was approved was for six "attached", row -type
townhouses. The request at this time is to amend the PRD to
permit five single-family detached residences on five
individual lots. Units 1 and 5 would be on 45 foot lots,
with 8 feet between these two end units and the boundary of
the PRD and 4 feet to the internal property lines. The
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ITEM NO.: 6 (Continued) FILE NO.: Z -5656-B
remaining 3 homes would be on 41 foot lots with 4 foot side
yards, providing 8 feet between each of the units. A
private drive is proposed and access to the drive is to be
from Fillmore Street which currently terminates at the north
boundary of the property.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site is currently undeveloped and mostly overgrown. The
site is conditionally zoned PRD. (Unless the previously
approved PRD is constructed within the time frame required
by the Ordinance, the zoning of the property will revert to
0-3.) Property to the north, through which the access is to
be derived, is zoned R-2. To the south and west is 0-3
property. To the east is MF -12 property.
C. ENGINEERING/UTILITY COMMENTS:
The City Engineering office indicates that the Detention and
Excavation Ordinances are applicable. Improvements to
Fillmore Street will be required at the access point to the
street.
Water Works reports no comments.
Wastewater indicates that the sewer is available in "O"
Street, and that Wastewater Utility needs to be contacted
prior to construction.
Arkansas Power and Light Co. will require easements.
Arkansas Louisiana Gas Co. and Southwestern Bell Telephone
approved the submittal without comment.
The Fire Department approved the submittal without comment.
D. ISSUES/LEGAL/TECHNICAL/DESIGN:
The application is deficient in the following ways: an
application form has not been furnished; a survey and legal
description have not been furnished; a preliminary plat,
with all required information pursuant to the Subdivision
Regulations, has not been furnished; the schematic site plan
does not meet minimum submittal requirements; no preliminary
Bill of Assurance has been provided, etc.
A statement is made that the private drive in front of each
of the five homes will be common area, yet there is no
provision for maintenance of this area.
The proposed treatment of the perimeter and a schematic
landscaping plan are to be provided.
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ITEM NO • 6 (Continued) FILE NO.: Z -5656-B
The proposed improvements to the public street are to be
indicated.
A development schedule is to be outlined.
Any anticipated signage needs to be described and located as
part of the review documents.
E. ANALYSIS•
The documents submitted for review are deficient as noted
above. Critical information for a proper review by staff is
not available.
The Planning staff indicates that the adopted Land Use Plan
recommends office use for this site. However, staff
continues, if the development is to take access through
residential street from the north rather than from the 0-3
zoned land to the south, then low density multi -family or
single family uses are appropriate.
STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends deferral of the hearing of this application
pending receipt of appropriate drawings and related
documentation. If the required exhibits are submitted and the
comments and concerns have been addressed as outlined above, then
staff recommends approval of the amended PRD.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (DECEMBER 9, 1993)
Mr. Larry Townley, the project architect, was present to
represent the applicant. Staff outlined the request and
presented the deficiencies noted in the discussion outline. The
Committee members reviewed the proposal and asked Mr. Townley to
submit complete exhibits to staff. Mr. Townley indicated that he
would prepare and submit the needed documents. The Committee
referred the item to the Commission for the hearing.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 4, 1994)
Staff presented the request. Mr. Townley, the applicant's
representative, was present. Mr. W. F. Burris was present in
opposition to the request.
Mr. Burris complained that the street could not accommodate any
added traffic. He also reported that he had title to and had
maintenanced a strip of the land along his south property line
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ITEM NO.• 6 (Continued) FILE NO • Z -5656-B
that was included in the applicant's survey. Staff and
Mr. Townley reported that the strip of land in question was being
excluded from the developed area. The fence, which encloses the
land claimed by Mr. Burris, was being retained.
A motion was made and seconded to recommend approval of the
request to the Board. The motion passed with the vote of 8 ayes,
1 no, 2 absent, and no abstentions.
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ITEM NO.: 7 FILE NO.: Z-5769
NAME: SNELL-NORTHCUTT -- SHORT -FORM PCD
LOCATION: At the south-west corner of Kanis Road and White Road
DEVELOPER:
SNELL-NORTHCUTT ELECTRIC, INC.
1200 white Road
Little Rock, AR 72211
224-2832
AREA: 1.89 ACRES ± NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0
ZONING: R-2 to PCD PROPOSED USES: Commercial & Residential
PLANNING DISTRICT: 18
CENSUS TRACT: 42.07
VARIANCES REQUESTED: Waiver from the requirement to construct
street and sidewalk improvements on the boundary streets.
STATEMENT OF PROPOSAL:
The applicant proposes a Planned Commercial Development District
in order for his home and his electrical contracting business to
continue to occupy the property at the corner of Kanis Road and
White Road. At a previous Planning Commission hearing, the
applicant requested approval of a conditional use to replace a
mobile home in which he and his family reside with a double -wide
manufactured home. This approval was granted. However, in the
process of doing the field investigation associated with that
conditional use review, staff noted the commercial use which was
also in existence on the subject property. The applicant
proposes at this time a re -zoning to bring the existing uses into
conformance with the Zoning Ordinance. No changes in the
existing commercial structure are proposed; no changes to the
site are proposed except for the replacement of the mobile home
which has been approved
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST:
Review by the Planning Commission and approval by the Board
of Directors is requested for the establishment of a PCD for
a mixed commercial and residential use on the subject
property. A double -wide manufactured home, to replace a
single -wide mobile home, has been approved to be located on
the property. There is an existing wood -frame, two story,
1500 square feet per floor structure at the north, Kanis
frontage, of the property which is housing the applicant's
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ITEM NO.: 7 (Continued) FILE NO.: Z-5769
electrical contracting business. The request is to seek the
establishment of a PCD which would allow the existing two
uses to continue. No changes in the uses or modifications
to the site or boundary streets are proposed. There is a
waiver requested, then, to exempt the applicant from
constructing one-half of Kanis and White Roads to Master
Street Plan standards, with the required sidewalks.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site is presently developed as a residential home site
and an electrical contracting business. An existing gravel
drive and parking area serve the business; a gravel drive
serves the mobile home, with a new double -wide and concrete
drive to serve this new home being proposed. The building
utilized for the contracting business is surrounded on the
east, north, and west with trees. The property is currently
zoned R-2, with the existing commercial use being an illegal
non -conforming use of the property. All surrounding areas
are zoned R-2. There are other non -conforming commercial
uses in the area; however, these are legal non -conforming
uses which were existing when the area was annexed.
C. ENGINEERING/UTILITY COMMENTS:
The City Engineering office indicates that dedication of
right-of-way and construction of improvements to Master
Street Plan standards will be required on Kanis Road and on
white Road. Kanis Road is designated as a minor arterial
road which requires a 90 foot right-of-way. The existing
right-of-way is shown to be 60 feet. An additional 15 feet
of right-of-way is required on the applicant's side of the
centerline of Kanis Road. Construction of one-half of the
minor arterial is required. White Road is designated as a
standard residential street. The required right-of-way is
50 feet. The survey indicates that this right-of-way is
sufficient. One-half of a standard residential street on
the half of the right-of-way bordering the applicants
property will be required to be built. Both street
classifications require a sidewalk to be built.
Water Works reports that the property has existing water
service.
wastewater reports that sewer service is not available.
Arkansas Power and Light Co. will require easements
Arkansas Louisiana Gas Co. and Southwestern Bell Telephone
Co. approved the submittal without comment.
The Fire Department approved the submittal without comment.
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ITEM NO.: 7 (Continued) FILE NO.: Z-5769
D. ISSUES/LEGAL/TECHNICAL/DESIGN:
Approval of the application will require dedication of the
additional right-of-way on Kanis Road. A waiver from the
requirement to construct improvements on Kanis and white
Roads must be approved by the Board of Directors; otherwise,
these improvements must be made. Failure of the re -zoning
will be cause for the matter to be referred to the
enforcement division for enforcement of the Zoning
Ordinance.
Any required easements, as requested by the utility
companies, must be granted.
Since the application is specifically for the Snell -Northcutt
Electric Co., should the PCD be approved, no other commercial
uses will be permitted without an amendment of the PCD.
Any signage which is anticipated or requested must be
located on the plan and described. Signs must be approved
in the PCD.
E. ANALYSIS•
The subject property is a large lot (165 feet by 498 feet),
containing nearly 2 acres. The applicant was granted a
building permit in 1991 to construct a 30 foot by 50 foot
"storage building" as an accessory building to the
residential use on the property. Instead, a 30 foot by 50
foot, two story, building was built which houses his
contracting business. The new building was built on the
Kanis frontage of the property and is 423 feet from the
south property line. It is 70 feet from the white Road
right-of-way line. There is 125 feet of separation between
the contracting business building and the location of the
proposed double -wide home. There is, then, a great deal of
separation of the business activity from the residences in
the area.
The Planning staff reports that the adopted Land Use Plan
recommends the area in which the subject property lies to be
a Transition Zone which includes office, low density multi-
family, or single-family uses only. A PCD is, according to
the Plan, inappropriate for this site.
F. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends denial of the application as an
inappropriate use of the property.
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ITEM NO.: 7 (Continued) FILE NO • Z-5769
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (DECEMBER 9, 1993)
The applicant, Mr. Robert Snell , was present. Staff presented
the request and outlined the deficiencies in the submittal as
noted in the discussion outline. The Committee reviewed the
application. The applicant indicated that he would provide the
required plan and information. The Committee referred the item
to the Commission for the hearing.
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ITEM NO.: 8 FILE NO.: Z-5770
NAME: MAXMART -- SHORT -FORM POD
LOCATION: On the north side of Highway 10, approximately 1/4
mile west of Pinnacle Valley Road at 14,924 Highway 10
DEVELOPER•
Barksdale McKay
RIVERCITY ENERGY CO.
3100 Interstate 30
Little Rock, AR 72206
374-4825
AREA• 1.82 ACRES
ZONING: R-2 to POD
PLANNING DISTRICT: 1
CENSUS TRACT: 42.05
ENGINEER•
Tim Daters
WHITE-DATERS & ASSOCIATES, INC.
401 S. Victory St.
Little Rock, AR 72201
374-1666
NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0
PROPOSED USES: Office
VARIANCES REQUESTED: None
STATEMENT OF PROPOSAL:
The applicant proposes a Planned Office Development District in
order to develop a 1.82 acre tract with two office buildings,
each proposed to be one story, 6000 square feet in size. A drive
along the west property line, with parking between and in front
of the buildings, is proposed. Leaving the heavy forest cover
along the perimeter of the property is planned, and the applicant
anticipates leaving much of the area in its natural state. The
rear, northern -most building is to be Phase I of the development
and will house the applicant's Rivercity Energy Company offices.
The front, southern -most building, will be built as Phase II;
however, no definite date is established for its development.
That building would be built as a tenant -occupied office building
when an appropriate tenant is located and when it is economically
feasible to proceed with this phase.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST:
Review by the Planning Commission and approval by the Board
of Directors is requested for the establishment of a Planned
Office Development District on property to be acquired by
the applicant. Requested is approval of a POD which will
include two, one-story, 6000 square foot buildings with
associated drives and parking. The requested uses include
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ITEM NO.: 8 (Continued) FILE NO.: Z-5770
all permitted uses in the 0-3 zoning district. A phased
development is proposed, with the rear, northern -most
building, the drive, and a portion of the parking being
Phase I; the front, southern -most building and the remainder
of the parking being Phase II. There is no time -table
established for the development of Phase II. Much of the
site is proposed to be left in its natural state, heavily
wooded and forested. The signage is to be located at the
entrance to the property and will comply with the applicable
standards and requirements.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site is undeveloped and is heavily wooded and overgrown.
The current zoning is R-2, with R-2 zoning existing on the
surrounding properties. There are residences on the
properties to the east and west.
C. ENGINEERING/UTILITY COMMENTS:
The City Engineering office reports that the Detention and
Excavation Ordinances are applicable to this development. A
6 foot sidewalk along the Highway 10 frontage will be
required to be constructed. Engineering indicates that the
driveway needs to be moved to the east side of the property,
and that the drive needs to approach Highway 10 at a 90
degree angle.
Water Works indicates that on-site fire protection will be
required.
Wastewater indicates that no service is currently available
to the site without an sewer main extension.
Site Plan review reports that the Landscape Ordinance will
require 6% of the interior of the vehicular use area be
landscaped. A 6 foot high opaque screen (i.e., a good
neighbor fence or evergreen shrubs spaced every 3 feet) is
required along the north, east, and west perimeter of the
property.
Arkansas Power and Light Co. and Southwestern Bell Telephone
Co. will require easements.
Arkansas Louisiana Gas Co. approved the submittal without
comment.
The Fire Department indicated that an additional fire
hydrant may be needed.
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D. ISSUES/LEGAL/TECHNICAL/DESIGN:
The establishment of the POD will involve a preliminary and
final plat. The applicant should anticipate complying with
this requirement.
E. ANALYSIS•
The proposal includes provision for extensive buffering of
the site from the abutting residential uses. The Planning
Staff indicates that the adopted Land Use Plan recommends
this property to be a Transition Zone. The proposed use is
appropriate, and the Floor Area Ratio meets the plan
requirements.
F. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends approval of the request.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT:
(DECEMBER 9, 1993)
The applicant, Mr. Barksdale McKay, and the engineer, Mr. Joe
White, were present. Staff presented the request to the
Committee and outlined the deficiencies noted in the discussion
outline. The applicant indicated that he would furnish the items
requested. The Committee briefly discussed the proposal and
referred the item to the Commission for the hearing.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 4, 1994)
The item was included on the Consent Agenda for approval and was
approved with the vote of 7 ayes, no nays, 4 absent, and no
abstentions.
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ITEM NO.: 9 FILE NO.: S-1000
NAME: MEYER 2ND & RINGO -- SHORT -FORM POD
LOCATION: At the south-east corner of West 2nd Street and South
Ringo Street
JERRY MEYER
1017 W. 2nd. Street
Little Rock, AR 72201
371-0630
AREA• 0.34 ACRES
ZONING: C-4 to POD
PLANNING DISTRICT: 5
CENSUS TRACT• 9
ENGINEER•
THE MEHLBURGER FIRM
P. 0. Box 3837
Little Rock, AR 72203-3837
375-5331
NUMBER OF LOTS: 3 FT. NEW STREET: 0
VARIANCES REQUESTED: None
STATEMENT OF PROPOSAL:
PROPOSED USES: Offices & Residential
The applicant proposes establishment of a Planned Office
Development District in order to re -subdivide the property. The
property is currently divided into three lots; however, there are
four structures on the site, and these structures have no
relationship to the existing lot lines. The applicant proposes
to divide the property into three new lots to accommodate the
existing buildings, with a two story brick apartment building
occupying one of the lots, a one story concrete block building
occupying the second lot, and a two story brick home and two
story accessory building occupying the third lot. A rear parking
lot and its drive are shared by the buildings, and a common
access easement is proposed. No construction of new or
replacement buildings is proposed. No modifications to
landscaping or to boundary streets is anticipated.
A. PROPOSAL/REOUEST:
Review by the Planning Commission and approval by the Board
of Directors is requested for the establishment of a POD on
the subject property. The applicant requests approval to
divide the property in an appropriate manner to accommodate
the buildings which stand on the property to facilitate
their individual ownership or mortgages. At present, the
lot lines bisect buildings and are inappropriately located.
January 4, 1994
ITEM NO • 9 (Continued) FILE NO • S-1000
This POD is proposed to align the lot lines so that each of
the primary buildings is one its own lot. There is an
accessory structure which would be on the same lot with its
primary structure. Parking is shared by the buildings, and
the access drive is proposed to be on one of the lots. An
access easement is proposed to protect each property's
rights to the parking and drive. No modifications to the
site are proposed. This request is solely to divide the
property to conform to the layout of the buildings as they
are presently sited. The applicant proposes to continue the
residential and office uses currently occupying the site,
and requests approval in the POD of all listed uses in the
0-3 zoning district. No variances are requested.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site is currently occupied by four buildings. A two
story brick apartment building lies along the east property
line, with an asphalt parking lot behind (to the south of)
it. A two story brick residential structure sits at the
northwest corner of the property at the corner of West
Second Street and South Ringo Street. Immediately behind it
is a two story brick and frame accessory building. A one
story concrete block building lies to the south of this
accessory building. A parking lot and a drive lie along the
south property line. The site is currently zoned C-4. The
predominate zoning in the area is C-4, but there are C-3
zoning districts scattered in the area with a C-3 zone
immediately across West Second Street from the site.
C. ENGINEERING/UTILITY COMMENTS:
The City Engineering office reports that there are no
comments to be offered.
Water Works indicates that each parcel will need a separate
water meter on its own frontage.
Wastewater reports that sewer service is currently
available.
Arkansas Power and Light Co., Southwestern Bell Telephone
Co., and Arkansas Louisiana Gas Co. approved the submittal
without comment.
The Fire Department approved the submittal without comment.
D. ISSUES/LEGAL/TECHNICAL/DESIGN:
The request involves re -platting only. The resulting lots
of the proposed plat do not conform to the minimum lot size
required in the C-4 zoning district in which the property
lies, and a Short -form PUD is an appropriate means of
January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 9 (Continued) FILE NO.: S-1000
achieving the re -plat with the lots configured as needed for
appropriate alignment with the existing structures.
The proposed access easement needs to be indicated on the
plat.
Any proposed signage needs to be requested and approved in
the POD application.
E. ANALYSIS:
The request is for the creation of new low lines which are
appropriately placed to conform to the placement of the
existing buildings. No change in use or in the buildings is
requested. The adopted Land Use Plan recommends mixed uses
in the district. Since the proposal is for a mixture of
residential and non-residential uses, the proposal is in
conformance with the Land Use Plan.
F. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends approval of the request.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (DECEMBER 9, 1993)
The applicant, Mr. Jerry Meyer, and the architect, Mr. Frank
Riggins, were present. Staff presented the request and reviewed
with the applicant and his architect the items contained in the
discussion outline. The Committee discussed the request and the
deficiencies noted in the discussion outline. Mr. Meyer and
Mr. Riggins indicated that additional information would be
delivered to staff. The Committee forwarded the item to the
Commission for the hearing.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 4, 1994)
The item was included on the Consent Agenda for approval, and was
approved with the vote of 7 ayes, no nays, 4 absent, and no
abstentions.
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January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 10 FILE NO • S -753-C
NAME: DENVER ROLLER, INC./CITIZENS FIDELITY INSURANCE -- REVISED
SITE PLAN REVIEW
LOCATION: At the south-east corner of Chenal Parkway and Parkway
Road, extending south to West Markham Street
DEVELOPER:
ENGINEER•
DENVER ROLLER, INC. THE MEHLHURGER FIRM
901 Marshall P. O. Box 3837
Little Rock, AR 72202 Little Rock, AR 72203-3837
374-0251 375-5331
AREA: 6.9 ACRES NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0
ZONING 0-3 PROPOSED USES: Office
PLANNING DISTRICT: 18
CENSUS TRACT: 42.06
VARIANCES REQUESTED: Waiver from requirement to construct an
additional lane along the Chenal Parkway frontage.
STATEMENT OF PROPOSAL:
The applicant proposes to revise a previously approved site plan
to re -orient a building and provide an additional drive access to
the site. On July 30, 1991, the Planning Commission approved a
site plan for the construction of the Roller Chenal Funeral Home.
Approved at that same time was a 22,500 square foot office
building to the east of the funeral home building. The two
buildings are proposed to share the driveway. The revised site
plan simply rotates the building from facing due west to oriented
parallel with the funeral home building facing north-west. An
additional drive to the east of the new building exiting onto
West Markham is proposed.
A. PROPOSAL/REOUEST:
Review and approval of a proposed revised site plan is
requested of the Planning Commission. In lieu of the
building facing west as approved by the Commission on
July 30, 1991, the request is to orient the new building in
a north-west direction, parallel with the newly constructed
funeral home building. An additional drive to serve the
rear of the proposed building is requested. Access for that
drive would be gained by way of West Markham Street. No
January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 10 (Continued) FILE NO • S -753-C
additional changes to the previously approved site plan are
requested. A waiver from the requirement to construct an
additional traffic lane on Chenal Parkway will be sought
from the Board of Directors.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site is occupied by the new Roller Chenal Funeral Home,
with the location of the proposed building immediately to
the east of this building. The site has been cleared and
construction of the office building is immanent. The zoning
of the site is 0-3, with 0-3 zoned land to the east and
south. To the west is C-3 zoned property. To the north is
Chenal Parkway, which is zoned R-2, with MF -18 property to
the north of the Parkway.
C. ENGINEERING/UTILITY COMMENTS:
The City Engineering office reports that an additional lane
must be constructed on Chenal Parkway to meet Master Street
Plan standards. The Detention and Excavation Ordinances are
applicable.
Water Works reports that there are no comments on this item.
Wastewater reports that a sewer main extension, with
easements, will be required. The existing private sewer
main must be dedicated to Wastewater Utility as a public
sewer prior to the main extension.
Arkansas Power and Light Co. will require easements.
Arkansas Louisiana Gas Co. and Southwestern Bell Telephone
Co. approved the submittal without comment.
The Fire Department noted that an additional on-site fire
hydrant may be required.
D. ISSUES/LEGAL/TECHNICAL/DESIGN:
The site was reviewed by the Planning Commission and
approved on July 30, 1991. At that time, the two buildings
and a common drive and associated parking were approved.
The current application involves changing the orientation of
the second building and adding a drive onto West Markham.
This is the extent of the change since the site plan was
reviewed in 1991.
Associated with the current review of the revised site plan,
the City Engineering office has added a requirement that an
additional lane must be constructed on Chenal Parkway. The
applicant intends to pursue a waiver from this requirement
to the Board of Directors.
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January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 10 (Continued) FILE NO • S -753-C
E. ANALYSIS•
The change in the plan from the original approval is not
substantive. The orientation of the building and the
addition of a secondary drive to Markham are not substantial
changes, and there are no problems indicated in the review
with making the requested changes.
F. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends approval of the revised site plan.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT:
(DECEMBER 9, 1993)
The applicant's representative, Mr. Frank Riggins, was present.
Staff presented the request and Mr. Riggins reviewed the
deficiencies noted in the discussion outline. The Committee
reviewed the plans and the request. There was a discussion on
the new requirement that an additional traffic lane be added on
Chenal Parkway. Mr. Riggins indicated that he would initiate a
request to waive the requirement. The Committee forwarded the
item to the Commission for review.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(JANUARY 4, 1994)
The item was included on the Consent Agenda for approval, and was
approved with the vote of 7 ayes, no nays, 4 absent, and no
abstentions.
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January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 11 FILE NO.: Z -3844-C
NAME:
LOCATION:
OWNER/APPLICANT:
Arch Street Church of Christ -
Revised Conditional Use Permit
11820 Fairview Road
Arch Street Church of Christ by
Basil Copeland, Elder
PROPOSAL: A conditional use permit is
requested to allow for the revision
of a previously approved CUP which
allowed for the construction of a
church on this MF -6 zoned, 1 1/2
acre site.
ORDINANCE DESIGN STANDARDS:
1. Site Location
The proposed church site is located on the east side of
Fairview Road, north of Woodland Heights Road and east of
Cedar Branch Drive.
2. Compatibility with Neighborhood
The zoning and uses in the immediate vicinity are mixed,
ranging from single family homes to large apartment
complexes and office buildings.
Single family homes are located adjacent to the north and
across Fairview Road to the west. Farther to the west are
several large apartment complexes.
The property adjacent to the south and east of this site has
recently been rezoned 0-3 and is currently vacant. A large
area of office zoning extends farther to the south and east
of the site.
This revised site plan does a better job of screening the
adjacent single family homes from the church parking lot and
staff feels that the proposed use should be compatible with
the neighborhood.
3. On -Site Drives and Parking
The proposed sanctuary will seat 250 persons, requiring 62
on-site parking spaces. The site plan, as submitted, shows
84 on-site parking spaces, four of which are designated as
handicapped parking.
January 4, 1994
ITEM NO • 11 (Continued) FILE NO.: Z -3844-C
4. Screening and Buffers
Compliance with the City's Landscape and Buffer Ordinances
is required with attention given to screening the single
family residences adjacent to the north and across Fairview
Road to the west.
5. City Engineer Comments
Master Street Plan improvements including curb, gutter and
sidewalk will be required on Fairview Road. Detention and
Excavation Ordinances apply.
6. Utility Comments
A sewer main is located on the west side of Fairview Road.
The applicant should verify elevations of the existing sewer
main to determine if service is available. If no service is
available from this existing sewer main, a sewer main
extension will be required with easements. AP&L requires a
15 foot utility easement along each of the four property
lines.
7. Analysis
This proposed site plan is basically a transposition of the
site plan approved by the Planning Commission on
August 24, 1993. This plan puts the proposed building on
the front part of the property, with the parking lot located
behind it. The previously approved site plan had the
parking lot on the front part of the site, with the building
to be located to the rear.
The applicant has stated that this revised site plan will
result in a more compatible presentation of the building and
parking to the neighborhood. Staff agrees with this
supposition.
The church will consist of a single building housing a
250 seat sanctuary and the usual associated uses such as
classroom space and fellowship hall.
with attention given to screening the adjacent residential
properties, staff is supportive of this revised site plan.
8. Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application subject to
compliance with the City's Landscape and Buffer Ordinances
and compliance with the City Engineer and Utility Comments.
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ITEM NO.: 11 (Continued) FILE NO.: Z -3844-C
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (DECEMBER 9, 1993)
Basil Copeland was present representing Arch Street Church of
Christ. Staff presented the item and outlined the City Engineer
and Utility Comments noted above.
The applicant was requested to provide additional details on the
proposed signage and parking lot lighting.
Mr. Copeland stated that the sign would be a monument type sign
and that further details would be forthcoming.
The Committee determined that there were no other outstanding
issues and forwarded this item to the full Commission for final
resolution.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 4, 1994)
Basil Copeland was present representing Arch Street Church of
Christ. There were no objectors present. Staff presented the
item and informed the Commission that all items of concern had
been addressed and that there were no outstanding issues.
The church sign will be a ground mounted, masonry, monument sign
not to exceed 6 feet in height or 8 feet in width.
The parking lot lighting is low-level and directional.
The Commission then placed this item on the Consent Agenda for
approval as recommended by staff. The vote was 7 ayes, 0 noes
and 4 absent.
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January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 12 FILE NO.: Z -4041-B
NAME:
LOCATION•
Church of Jesus Christ - Revised
Conditional Use Permit
11800 Vimy Ridge Road
OWNER/APPLICANT: Church of Jesus Christ by
G. A. Dudley
PROPOSAL: The applicant requests a
conditional use permit to allow for
the revision of a previously
approved CUP which permitted the
expansion of the existing church
and day care center located on this
R-2 zoned, 3.12 acre site. The
previous Planning Commission action
was in 1989.
The proposed expansions include a
450 seat sanctuary. The day care
center will be relocated into the
existing church building and will
have an increased enrollment
capacity of 80 children.
ORDINANCE DESIGN STANDARDS:
1. Site Location
The church is located on the west side of Vimy Ridge Road,
approximately 1/3 mile south of Interstate 30.
2. Compatibility with Neighborhood
The predominant zonings in the area are I-2 and I-3. The
church site is surrounded by various types of industrial
uses, ranging from warehousing to heavy, industrial,
manufacturing plants. The proposed expansion to this
existing church site will not affect its compatibility with
the neighborhood.
3. On -Site Drives and Parking
The proposed 450 seat sanctuary requires 113 on-site parking
spaces. The church currently has a paved parking lot with
49 on-site parking spaces and two driveways taking access
from Vimy Ridge Road. The proposed site plan would increase
the parking lot by 70 spaces, giving a total of 119 on-site
parking spaces. Five handicapped parking spaces are
required.
January 4, 1994
ITEM NO • 12 (Continued) FILE NO.: Z -4041-B
4. Screening and Buffers
Compliance with the City's Landscape and Buffer Ordinances
is required.
5. City Engineer Comments
Construct half street improvements to collector street
standard on Vimy Ridge Road.
6. Utility Comments
No comment
7. Analysis
In 1989, a conditional use permit was approved for this site
which allowed for the expansion of the existing church and
the addition of a day care center which was to be located in
one of the existing buildings. Also approved, at that time,
was an addition which would allow for the future expansion
of the day care center to accommodate an enrollment of 80
children.
This proposed site plan differs very little from the
approved 1989 plan. Under this plan, the existing church
building will be connected to the new building by an entry
way and converted into the expanded day care center, again
with an enrollment of 80 children. The area previously
approved as a day care center addition will be a playground.
The parking lot and church building expansion are the same
under both plans. The capacity of the sanctuary has
increased from 400, under the 1989 plan, to 450.
Under both plans, the small building currently housing the
day care center will be removed when the church building is
expanded.
If a steeple structure is constructed as part of the church
building expansion, it will not exceed 70 feet in total
height above grade.
8. Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application subject to
compliance with the City Engineer Comments and compliance
with the City's Landscape and Buffer Ordinances.
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January 4, 1994
ITEM NO • 12 (Continued) FILE NO.: Z -4041-B
UBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (DECEMBER 9, 1993)
G. A. Dudley was present representing the Church of Jesus Christ.
Staff presented the item and outlined the City Engineer and
Landscape Comments noted above. Bob Brown, Plans Review
Specialist, further explained some of the landscape and buffer
requirements.
Mr. Dudley explained that the site plan was to be modified to
eliminate the driveway shown along the south perimeter of the
site. He also stated that the church would be requesting a five
year deferral of the requirement to construct Master Street Plan
improvements on Vimy Ridge Road.
After a brief discussion, the Committee determined that there
were no other outstanding issues and forwarded this item to the
full Commission for final resolution.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 4, 1994)
G. A. Dudley was present representing the Church of Jesus Christ.
There were no objectors present. Staff presented the item and
informed the Commission that all items of concern had been
addressed and that there were no outstanding issues.
The Commission then placed this item on the Consent Agenda for
approval as recommended by staff. The vote was 7 ayes, 0 noes
and 4 absent.
January 4, 1994
ITEM NO • 13 FILE NO.: Z-5768
NAME: Howard Street Church of God -
Conditional Use Permit
LOCATION: 2101 Howard Street
OWNER/APPLICANT: Howard Street Church of God by
Elder Dorothy Hickman
PROPOSAL: A conditional use permit is
requested to allow for the
rehabilitation of the existing,
nonconforming church located on
this R-3 zoned property. The
church suffered fire damage in
September 1991 and has been vacant
since that time. Due to the length
of the vacancy, the church has lost
its nonconforming status and must
obtain a conditional use permit
prior to rehabing and reoccupying
the building.
ORDINANCE DESIGN STANDARDS:
1.
2.
Site Location
The church site is located on the east side of Howard
Street, three blocks south of Wright Avenue.
Compatibility with Neighborhood
A church has existed at this site for 40 to 50 years and the
current congregation has been located here since 1978.
The immediate neighborhood is almost exclusively single
family residential, zoned R-3. A large area of R-4 zoning,
occupied by single family homes and some duplexes, is
located to the east of the church site.
As this application is to allow the rehabilitation of an
existing church building which has a 40 to 50 year history
in this neighborhood, staff feels that the proposal is
compatible with the neighborhood.
3. On -Site Drives and Parking
There is an existing, gravel parking area which might
accommodate 8 to 10 vehicles on site. The applicant is
proposing to construct a new parking lot behind the church
January 4, 1994
ITEM NO • 13 (Continued) FILE NO.: Z-5768
building. This new parking lot will hold approximately
16 vehicles. The applicant is requesting a three year
deferral of the paving requirement for this new parking lot.
The sanctuary has seating for 150 persons, requiring 38
on-site parking spaces under current ordinance regulations.
A variance is also requested from the required number of
parking spaces.
4. Screening and Buffers
Compliance with the City's Landscape and Buffer Ordinances
is required. A six foot opaque screen is required where
adjacent to residential properties.
5. City Engineer Comments
No comments
6. Utility Comments
No comments
7. Analysis
The applicant requests a conditional use permit to allow for
the rehabilitation and reoccupancy of this existing church
building. A church existed at this site for 40 to 50 years,
until the building suffer fire damage in 1991. The current
congregation of approximately 20 members is meeting in
members' homes.
The church has never had adequate on-site parking facilities
and the membership has parked on the neighborhood streets.
In an effort to eliminate some of the on -street parking, the
applicant is proposing to construct a small parking lot on
the rear portion of the church property. The proposed new
parking lot, located behind the building, must comply with
the City's Landscape and Buffer Ordinances in order to
protect the adjacent single family residences.
Staff is supportive of this effort to rehabilitate and
reoccupy this vacant church building.
8. Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of the application, subject to
compliance with the City's Landscape and Buffer Ordinances.
Staff also recommends approval of the requested three year
deferral of the paving requirement for the new parking lot
and of a variance from the required number of on-site
parking spaces.
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January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 13 (Continued) FILE NO • Z-5768
BDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (DECEMBER 9, 1993)
Elder Dorothy Hickman was present representing the Howard Street
Church of God. Staff presented the item and noted the requested
paving deferral and parking variance.
Ms. Hickman stated that she was having a proper site plan drawn
to reflect the design of the new parking lot. She was instructed
to meet with Bob Brown, Plans Review Specialist, to determine
landscape and buffer requirements.
A brief discussion then followed concerning the required number
of on-site parking spaces. It was pointed out to the applicant
that the required number of on-site parking spaces would be
reduced if seating was limited to 100 persons in the sanctuary.
Elder Hickman agreed to this reduction in sanctuary seating. The
required number of on-site parking spaces for a 100 seat
sanctuary is 25.
The Committee determined that there were no other outstanding
issues and forward this item to the full Commission for final
resolution.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 4, 1994)
Elder Dorothy Hickman was present representing the Howard Street
Church of God. There were no objectors present.
Dana Carney, of the Planning staff, presented the item and
informed the Commission that a revised site plan had been
submitted which, with some minor modifications, addresses all
staff concerns. Mr. Carney informed the Commission that the
applicant had agreed to limit seating in the sanctuary to 100
persons.
Mr. Carney stated that the applicant was requesting a three year
deferral of the paving requirement for the new parking lot and a
variance from the required number of on-site parking spaces. A
100 seat sanctuary requires 25 on-site parking spaces and the
revised site plan shows 14.
A discussion then followed concerning the requested variance from
the required number of on-site parking spaces. In response to a
question from a commissioner, Elder Hickman stated that the
current membership of the congregation was about 20 persons.
Mr. Carney stated that the church had been in existence for 40 to
50 years with no on-site parking and that the applicant was
making a step in the right direction by constructing the 14
on-site spaces. A commissioner then urged Elder Hickman to
continue to try to find additional parking spaces.
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January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 13 (Continued) FILE NO • Z-5768
A motion was then made to approve the application, including the
requested deferral and variance, as recommended by staff. The
vote was 9 ayes, 0 noes and 2 absent.
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January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 14 FILE NO.: Z-5771
NAME:
LOCATION:
Ali Manufactured Home -
Conditional Use Permit
4316 Ludwig Street
OWNER/APPLICANT: D. Veola Ali/Leon Hamilton
PROPOSAL: A conditional use permit is
requested to allow for the
placement of a 70 foot by 28 foot,
multisectional manufactured home on
this R-3 zoned property.
ORDINANCE DESIGN STANDARDS:
1. Site Location
The site is located at the northwest corner of the
intersection of West 44th Street and Ludwig Street, in the
John Barrow neighborhood.
2. Compatibility with Neighborhood
The immediate neighborhood is zoned R-3 and is comprised
mainly of smaller, single family homes. An area of office
and commercial zoning is located along John Barrow Road, one
block east of this site. There are several vacant lots in
the area.
The proposed use of this property as single family
residential is compatible with the neighborhood.
3. On -Site Drives and Parkins
The applicant proposes to use the existing gravel driveway
which accesses the site from West 44th Street.
4. Screening and Buffers
None required in a single family residential application.
5. City Engineer Comments
Dedicate additional five feet of right-of-way on West 44th
Street and Ludwig Street; 25 feet from the centerline
required on both streets.
January 4, 1994
ITEM NO • 14 (Continued) FILE NO.: Z-5771
6. Utility Comments
Little Rock Municipal Water Works states each parcel will
need a separate water meter. The meter for each lot will
need to be on that lot's frontage. The existing meter will
need to serve the lot on which it fronts, and an additional
meter will need to be installed to serve the other lot.
7. Analysis
The applicant requests a conditional use permit to allow for
the placement of a 70 foot by 28 foot, multisectional
manufactured home on this R-3 zoned property. The proposed
use is compatible with the neighborhood and staff is
supportive of the request.
8. Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application subject to
compliance with the City Engineer Comments and compliance
with the Ordinance Established Minimum Siting Standards as
follow:
a. A pitched roof of 3 in 12 or 14 degrees or greater.
b. Removal of all transport elements
C. Permanent foundation
d. Exterior wall finished so as to be compatible with the
neighborhood.
e. Orientation compatible with placement of adjacent
structures
f. Underpinning with permanent materials
g. All homes shall be multisectional
h. Off-street parking per single family dwelling standard
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (DECEMBER 9, 1993)
The applicant was not present. Staff presented the item and
noted the City Engineer and Utility Comments indicated above.
It was pointed out that the proposed structure must comply with
the Ordinance Established Minimum Siting Standards.
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January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 14 (Continued) FILE NO.: Z-5771
The Committee determined that there were no outstanding issues
and forward this item to the full Commission for final
resolution.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 4, 1994)
Leon Hamilton was present representing the applicant. There were
no objectors present. Staff presented the item and informed the
Commission that all items of concern had been addressed and that
there were no outstanding issues.
The Commission then placed this item on the Consent Agenda for
approval as recommended by staff. The vote was 7 ayes, 0 noes
and 4 absent.
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ITEM NO.: 15 FILE NO • Z-5772
NAME: Perkins Manufactured Home -
Conditional Use Permit
LOCATION: 3810 Ludwig Street
OWNER/APPLICANT: Lee and Viola Perkins
PROPOSAL: A conditional use permit is
requested to allow for the
Placement of a 60 foot by 28 foot,
multisectional manufactured home on
this R-3 zoned property. A single
car carport will be added to the
structure making for a total
building length of 72 feet.
ORDINANCE DESIGN STANDARDS:
1.
2.
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4.
5.
Site Location
The property is located on the west side of Ludwig Street,
between west 38th and west 39th Street, in the John Barrow
neighborhood.
Compatibility with Neighborhood
The immediate neighborhood is zoned R-3 and is comprised,
almost exclusively, of single family residential structures.
A small church is located one block to the north of this
site. There are several vacant lots in the area.
The proposed use of this property as single family
residential is compatible with the neighborhood.
On -Site Drives and Parking
The applicant proposes to construct a 12 foot wide concrete
drive, taking access from Ludwig.
Screening and Buffers
None required in a single family residential application.
City Engineer Comments
Dedicate additional five feet of right-of-way for Ludwig
Street; 25 feet from centerline required.
January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 15 (Continued) FILE NO.: Z-5772
6. Utility Comments
Little Rock Municipal Water Works states a pro rata acreage
charge of $150.00 per acre ($50.00 minimum) will apply in
addition to the normal connection charge.
7. Analysis
The applicant requests a conditional use permit to allow for
the placement of a 28 foot by 60 foot, multisectional
manufactured home on this R-3 zoned property. The proposed
use of this property as single family residential is
compatible with the neighborhood and staff is supportive of
the request.
8. Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application subject to
compliance with the City Engineer Comments and Utility
Comments and compliance with the Ordinance Established
Minimum Siting Standards as follow:
a. A pitched roof of 3 in 12 or 14 degrees or greater
b. Removal of all transport elements
C. Permanent foundation
d. Exterior wall finished so as to be compatible with the
neighborhood.
e. Orientation compatible with placement of adjacent
structures
f. Underpinning with permanent materials
g. All homes shall be multisectional
h. Off-street parking per single family dwelling standards
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (DECEMBER 9, 1993)
The applicant, Lee Perkins, was present. Staff presented the
item and noted the City Engineer and Utility Comments outlined
above. Mr. Perkins stated that he agreed with the comments.
Mr. Perkins was informed that the new structure would have to
comply with the Ordinance Established Minimum Siting Standards.
He stated that he would comply with the Ordinance Standards.
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January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 15 (Continued) FILE NO.: Z-5772
The Committee determined that there were no outstanding issues
and forwarded this item to the full Commission for final
resolution.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 4, 1994)
Lee Perkins, the applicant, was present. There were no objectors
present. One neighborhood resident was present desiring more
information on the proposal.
Staff presented the item and informed the Commission that all
items of concern had been addressed and that there were no
outstanding issues.
Ms. Pat Wesson Hecker, of 3801 Tudor Drive, addressed the
Commission. She asked for information on the proposed structure.
Dana Carney, of the Planning staff, explained the nature of the
proposal and outlined the ordinance minimum siting standards.
Ms. Hecker stated that she had no problem with the proposal as
long as the structure looked like a house after it was placed on
the property.
The Commission then placed this item on the Consent Agenda for
approval as recommended by staff. The vote was 7 ayes, 0 noes
and 4 absent.
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ITEM NO.: 16 FILE NO • Z-5773
NAME•
LOCATION:
St. Margaret's Episcopal Church -
Conditional Use Permit
20901 Chenal Parkway
OWNER/APPLICANT: St. Margaret's Episcopal Church by
Don Johnson, Architect
PROPOSAL: A conditional use permit is
requested to allow for the phased
construction of a church and
related facilities on this R-2
zoned, 10.8 acre site. No private
school is proposed; however, the
applicant proposes to add a day
care/kindergarten at some point.
ORDINANCE DESIGN STANDARDS:
1. Site Location
The proposed church site is located on the east side of
Chenal Parkway, approximately 1/2 mile north of Chenal Club
Boulevard.
2. Compatibility with Neighborhood
The proposed church site is located in an undeveloped,
heavily wooded area of the new Chenal Valley development.
The property was identified as a church site when the Chenal
Valley zoning plan was adopted. With attention given to
screening the adjacent single family residential property,
the proposed use will be compatible with the neighborhood
development.
3. On -Site Drives and Parking
The Phase I worship center will accommodate 400 persons,
requiring 100 on-site parking spaces. The Phase II worship
center will seat 1,000 persons, requiring 250 on-site
parking spaces.
The proposed parking lots will be constructed in two phases
as the building phase program develops.
Phase I of the parking lot will contain 186 spaces, six of
which are handicapped accessible. Phase II of the parking
lot will add an additional 73 spaces, three of which are
handicapped accessible, giving a total of 259 on-site
parking spaces.
January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 16 (Continued) FILE NO • Z-5773
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
An additional, optional parking area is shown to the east,
which will accommodate approximately 80 vehicles.
Screening and Buffers
Compliance with the City's Landscape
is required with attention given to
single family residential properties
of the proposed church site.
City Engineer Comments
and Buffer Ordinances
screening the adjacent
to the east and south
Construct half of minor arterial unnamed street which
borders the property on the north. Add additional lane on
Chenal Parkway to meet Master Street Plan requirements.
Construct pedestrian walkway as proposed by Chenal Master
Plan.
Utility Comments
A sewer main extension is required with easements. Little
Rock Municipal Water Works states an acreage charge of
$2,500 per acre will apply in addition to the normal
connection charge. A water main extension across Deltic
Farm's property to the southeast will be required. On-site
fire protection is required. AP&L requires a 15 foot
easement along the entire perimeter of the site.
Chenal/Financial Center Parkway Urban Corridor Overlay
Compliance with the site design and development standards of
the Chenal Overlay is required.
The maximum size of principal site ground mounted signs
along the Parkway shall be 100 square feet in area and
8 feet in height. The signs will be monument type signs.
Parking lot lighting shall be designed and located in such a
manner so as not to disturb the scenic appearance of the
corridor. Lighting will be directed to the parking areas
and not reflected to adjacent parcels.
No overhead utilities shall be constructed within 100 feet
of the Chenal Parkway right-of-way.
Analysis
The St. Margaret's site is a 10.8 acre tract presently zoned
R-2 for which a conditional use permit is being requested.
The building will be constructed in three separate phases,
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ITEM NO.: 16 (Continued) FILE NO Z-5773
with the end result being a single building physically
connected by a central lobby area, constructed as follows:
Phase I - a two-story building with education and
administrative offices on the first floor and a multipurpose
space on the second floor. The primary use of this space
will be for worship, but will be designed to allow for
dining and meeting space. The 4,800 square foot area will
accommodate 400 people for worship and 320 people for
dining. The total square footage for Phase I is 28,552
square feet. Due to the slope of the site, both levels will
have grade level access and the facility will be designed to
accommodate ADA standards.
Phase II - this two-story building will accommodate
additional administrative and educational spaces on the
first floor and a worship area on the second floor. The
worship area will seat 1,000 people. Due to the slope of
the site, both levels will have grade level access and will
be designed to accommodate ADA standards. Once this phase
is complete, Phase I will become a formal fellowship hall
with educational space.
Phase III - this building addition will be a two-story open
space to be used as a less formal multipurpose building.
This space will be designed to accommodate recreation and
fellowship. Again, the site allows multilevel ground access
and will be designed to accommodate ADA standards.
The exterior of all three phases will be designed to
compliment the existing country club and office facilities
for Chenal Valley with an emphasis on using natural stone.
The parking lot will be constructed in two phases as the
building phase program develops. The parking will be
terraced and will run with existing contours where possible.
9. Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application subject to
compliance with the City's Landscape and Buffer Ordinances
and compliance with the City Engineer and Utility Comments.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (DECEMBER 9, 1993)
Joe white and Don Johnson were present representing St.
Margaret's Episcopal Church. Staff presented the item and
outlined the City Engineer, Utility and Landscape/Buffer Comments
noted above.
Several other items were noted and discussed as follow:
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ITEM NO.: 16 (Continued) FILE NO.: Z-5773
1. A letter of agreement between the developer of Chenal Valley
and the Episcopal church regarding the construction of the
arterial street north of the church site must be provided.
2. Details are needed on the proposed signage plan to comply
with the Chenal Overlay Ordinance.
3. A lighting plan is needed for the parking lot and driveways
to comply with the Chenal Overlay Ordinance.
4. Details are needed on the proposed bell tower; specifically
if a carillon or bells are proposed.
5. Details must be provided on the temporary access at the
north perimeter and the median cut on Chenal Parkway.
6. Details must be provided on the proposed day
care/kindergarten.
Mr. Johnson stated that a revised site plan would be developed
incorporating all items noted and that information would be
forthcoming on other issues.
Mr. White stated that the proposed temporary access on the north
perimeter would be included in the site plan and the letter of
agreement regarding the adjacent arterial street would be
provided.
It was determined that it was appropriate to tie the construction
of the adjacent arterial street to Phase II of the development.
Further discussion then followed on the City Engineer Comment
regarding the requirement of a third lane on Chenal Parkway and
on the Chenal Parkway standards in general.
The Committee agreed that the adjacent single family residential
properties need to be adequately screened from the church site
through the use of landscaping and the land use buffer.
After further discussion, the Committee then forwarded this item
to the full Commission for final resolution.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 4, 1994)
Don Johnson was present representing St. Margaret's Episcopal
Church. There were no objectors present.
Staff presented the item and informed the Commission that the
applicant had submitted information to address all outstanding
issues, specifically:
a. The Landscape and Buffer Ordinances will be met or exceeded.
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January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 16 (Continued) FILE NO • Z-5773
b. All utility comments will be complied with.
C. All signage and lighting will comply with the Chenal Overlay
Ordinance.
d. There will be no carillon or bells associated with the bell
tower.
e. when Phase 2 is developed, a permanent access will be
provided if the arterial street to the north has been
completed. If at this time the street is not completed,
then a temporary access to Chenal Blvd. will be provided,
which then will become permanent once the street is built.
f. The proposed day care/kindergarten is to operate Monday
through Friday from 8:00 to 5:30 and will accommodate 71
children, ages infant to kindergarten.
The letter from Deltic Farm and Timber Company, Inc. agreeing to
construct the arterial street north of the church site had been
received. Deltic does not want to tie the construction of the
street to a particular phase of the church development. A
deferral is to be requested from the Board of Directors. A 24
foot wide access drive to Chenal Parkway will be constructed on
the north perimeter of the site with Phase 2. This driveway will
be abandoned when the arterial street is constructed and a
permanent access to the arterial street is built.
Jerry Gardner, of the City Engineer's Office, addressed the
Commission. He stated that a study of the Master Street Plan was
taking place specifically regarding Chenal Parkway. Mr. Gardner
stated that a new classification of "Parkway" was being
considered which would reduce the right-of-way and lane
requirement for this portion of Chenal Parkway. Based on this,
Mr. Gardner stated that the City Engineer's Office was no longer
asking for the construction of the additional lane on Chenal
Parkway.
The Commission determined that there were no other outstanding
issues, and placed this item on the Consent Agenda for approval
as recommended by staff. The vote was 7 ayes, 0 noes and
4 absent.
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ITEM NO.• 17 FILE NO • G-23-198
Location•
Owner/Applicant:
Request:
STAFF REVIEW:
1.
2.
3.
4.
ON
Block 11, Ruebel and Leymers
Addition, Alley Right -of -Way
Abandonment
Block 11, Ruebel and Leymers
Addition; SW corner of West 35th
Street and Mabelvale Pike
Various Property Owners by
William Buddenberg
To abandon the 20 foot north/south
alley right-of-way located in Block
11, Ruebel and Leymers Addition.
Public Need for this Right-of-Wav
Initial response from other departments indicates no public
need for this alley right-of-way.
Master Street Plan
The Master Street Plan indicates no need for this alley
right-of-way.
Need for Right -of -Way on Adiacent Streets
There is no need for right-of-way on adjacent streets.
Characteristics of Right -of -Way Terrain
Although platted, this alley has never been developed. A
portion of the alley serves as parking lot and driveway for
the adjacent business and church school. The remainder of
the alley right-of-way is not physical accessible and is
covered with scrub brush and trees.
Development Potential
Once abandoned, a portion of the alley right-of-way will be
used as a driveway by the adjacent business and church. The
remaining portion will be added to two residential lots.
6. Neighborhood Land Use and Effect
The majority of the adjacent property is occupied by a book
bindery and a church school. These two use a portion of the
alley right-of-way as parking lot and driveway.
January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 17 (Continued) FILE NO • G-23-198
A small portion of the alley right-of-way is adjacent to a
vacant residential structure. This portion of alley is not
physically open.
Abandonment of this alley right-of-way will have no effect
on the neighborhood.
7. Neighborhood Position
No neighborhood position has been voiced. All owners of
property in Block 11 have agreed to the right-of-way
abandonment.
8. Effect on Public Services or Utilities
There will be no effect on public services or utilities.
The area of the abandoned alley right-of-way is to remain a
utility easement.
9. Reversionary Rights
Reversionary rights extend to the various owners of property
in Block 11, Ruebel and Leymers Addition.
10. Public Welfare and Safety Issues
Abandonment of this unopened and unused alley right-of-way
will return to the private sector a land area that will be
productive for the real estate tax base.
11. Fire Department Comment
Approval of the right-of-way abandonment if the area is not
fenced off from access.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of this application subject to the area
of the abandoned alley right-of-way being retained as a utility
easement and subject to compliance with the Little Rock Fire
Department comments.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (DECEMBER 9, 1993)
The applicant, William Buddenberg, was present. Staff presented
the item.
After a brief discussion, the Committee determined that there
were no outstanding issues and forwarded this item to the full
Commission for final resolution.
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January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 17 (Continued) FILE NO • G-23-198
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 4, 1994)
The applicant, William Huddenberg, was present. There were no
objectors present. Staff presented the item and informed the
Commission that there were no outstanding issues.
The Commission placed this item on the Consent Agenda for
approval as recommended by staff. The vote was 7 ayes, 0 noes
and 4 absent.
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January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.• 18 FILE NO • G-23-199
Name: Block 1, Suburban Village of
Harrington Exclusive Alley
Right-of-way and Easement
Abandonment
Location: Block 1, Suburban Village of
Harrington; located at the SW
corner of Frazier Pike and Stout
Street.
Owner/Applicant: Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church and
Virgil Dexter Doyne
Request: To abandon the platted but
undeveloped 10 foot east/west alley
right-of-way located between Lots
8, 9, 12, 13, 14 and the east 30
feet of Lot 15, Block 1, Suburban
Village of Harrington and to
abandon those utilities easements
located within that portion of
alley right-of-way.
STAFF REVIEW•
1. Public Need for this Right -of -Wap
There is no public need for this platted but undeveloped
alley right-of-way.
2. Master Street Plan
The Master Street Plan reflects no need for this alley
right-of-way.
3. Need for Right -of -Way on Adiacent Streets
There is no need for right-of-way on adjacent streets.
4. Characteristics of Right -of -Way Terrain
Although platted, this alley right-of-way has never been
developed. A portion of the alley is included in the
parking lot of Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church. The eastern
portion of the alley right-of-way is grass covered and used
as yard by the adjacent single family residences. The
western end of the alley right-of-way (not included in this
petition) is heavily wooded and inaccessible.
January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 18 (Continued) FILE NO • G-23-199
S. Development Potential
Once abandoned, a portion of this land will be included in
future expansion of Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church.
6. Neighborhood Land Use and Effect
The property adjacent to the area of alley right-of-way
proposed for abandonment is occupied by two single family
residential homes, a church and vacant lots owned by the
church.
The alley right-of-way has not been physically developed.
The utility companies have no improvements within the area
proposed for abandonment.
Abandonment of the right-of-way and easements will have no
effect on the neighborhood.
7. Neighborhood Position
No neighborhood position has been voiced. The property
owners adjacent to the alley right-of-way proposed for
abandonment have agreed to that abandonment.
8. Effect on Public Services or Utilities
There will be no effect on public services or utilities.
The utility companies have no facilities in the alley and
have agreed to both the right-of-way and easement
abandonment.
9. Reversionary Rights
All reversionary rights will extend to Pilgrim Rest Baptist
Church and Virgil Dexter Doyne.
10. Public Welfare and Safety Issues
Abandonment of this unopened and unused alley right-of-way
and the easements located within it will return to the
private sector a land area that will be productive for the
real estate tax base and will allow for the future expansion
of Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church.
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ITEM NO.: 18 (Continued) FILE NO.: G-23-199
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of both the alley right-of-way
abandonment and the abandonment of any easements located within
the alley right-of-way.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (DECEMBER 9, 1993)
Austin Porter, Jr. was present representing Pilgrim Rest Baptist
Church. Staff presented the item.
After a brief discussion, the Committee determined that there
were no outstanding issues and forwarded this item to the full
Commission for final resolution.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANQARY 4, 1994)
Austin Porter, Jr. was present representing Pilgrim Rest Baptist
Church. There were no objectors present. Staff presented the
item and informed the Commission that there were no outstanding
issues.
The Commission placed this item on the Consent Agenda for
approval as recommended by staff. The vote was 7 ayes, 0 noes
and 4 absent.
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ITEM NO • 19 FILE NO.: G-25-165
Name: Inez Street - Street Name Change
Location: Inez Street, between East 8th
Street and East 12th Street,
located in East Little Rock
Petitioner: Mrs. Lonzora Gregory
Reauest: To change the name of Inez Street
to Jeffrey L. Hawkins Street
1. Abutting Uses and Ownershivs
Most of the abutting uses are residential with the exception
of one neighborhood grocery store. Thirty-five single
family residences and several vacant residential lots front
on Inez Street.
One and one-half blocks of vacant, I-3 zoned land, abut the
east side of Inez Street between East 8th Street and East
10th Street.
2. Neighborhood Effect
The proposed street name change will effect thirty five
residences and one commercial business.
3. Neighborhood Position
Just over 50% of the residents of Inez Street have signed
the petition requesting the change in street name.
4. Effect on Public Services
The addresses will change on 35 residences and one
neighborhood grocery store. The utility companies and
Little Rock Fire Department have not voiced opposition to
the proposed street name change. Five street signs will
have to be changed.
5. City Engineer Comment
The City Engineer's Office requests that the proposed street
name be shortened to J. L. Hawkins Street.
STAFF ANALYSIS•
The proposal before the Commission is to change the name of this
four block long street from Inez Street to Jeffrey L. Hawkins
Street.
January 4, 1994
ITEM NO.: 19 (Continued) FILE NO • G-25-165
The residents of this neighborhood seek the street name change in
an effort to honor Mr. Hawkins, who is a Justice of the Peace and
the president of the East End Civic League, a community action
organization which Mr. Hawkins founded.
Mr. Hawkins has been active in community affairs in the east
Little Rock neighborhood for many years.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of changing the street name to J. L.
Hawkins Street.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (DECEMBER 9, 1993)
Mrs. Lonzora Gregory, the applicant, was present. Staff
presented the item and noted the City Engineers Comment
recommending that the proposed street name be shortened to J. L.
Hawkins Street.
Jerry Gardner, of the City Engineer's Office, pointed out that
special signs would need to be made to accommodate the entire
proposed name. This would substantially increase the cost to the
City.
Mrs. Gregory stated that she agreed with the City Engineer's
proposal to change the street name to J. L. Hawkins Street.
The Committee determined that there were no outstanding issues
and forwarded this item to the full Commission.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 4, 1994)
The applicant, Mrs. Lonzora Gregory, was present. There were no
objectors presence. Staff presented the item and informed the
Commission that there were no outstanding issues. The applicant
has agreed with the City Engineer's request to shorten the
proposed street name to J. L. Hawkins Street.
The Commission placed this item on the Consent Agenda for
approval as recommended by staff. The vote was 7 ayes, 0 noes
and 4 absent.
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ITEM NO.: 20 FILE NO.: 5-947
NAME: PENNWYCK SUBDIVISION -- PRELIMINARY PLAT TIME EXTENSION
LOCATION: The south-east corner of Montgomery Road and Taylor
Loop Road
DEVELOPER:
ENGINEER•
J. A. PENNEY, JR. DUANE I. REEL
2311 Vollman #3 Foxfire Cove
North Little Rock, AR 72118 Jacksonville, AR 72076
753-8339 982-4332
AREA: 5.1 ACRES NUMBER OF LOTS: 22 FT. NEW STREET: 700
Z NI G: R-2 PROPOSED USES: Single-family residential
PLANNING DISTRICT: 19
CENSUS TRACT: 42.06
VARIANCES GRANTED:
1) Reduction in the minimum lot depth for lots 8, 17, 18,
21, and 22.
2) Reduction of the front and rear setback lines to 20 feet
on lots 18 and 21.
3) Reduction from the radial lot line provision for Lot 8.
STATEMENT OF PROPOSAL:
A one year time extension is proposed by the applicant for the
preliminary plat approved by the Planning Commission on June 30,
1992.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST:
The applicant requests approval by the Planning Commission
of a one year time extension for the preliminary plat for
Pennwyck Subdivision. The Planning Commission approved the
preliminary plat on June 30, 1992. The Board of Directors
approved the variances noted above on July 21, 1992. The
applicant indicates that some clearing work has been
accomplished, but that when Central Baptist Church
approached him with an offer to purchase a large portion of
the property, work was suspended. Central Baptist Church
sought Planning Commission approval of a Conditional Use for
its new facility, which was approved by the Commission, but
there has been an appeal of the Conditional Use permit to
January 4, 1994
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 20 (Continued) FILE NO.: S-947
the Board of Directors. This has forestalled progress on
either proceeding with a residential subdivision or selling
the land. The applicant indicates that he will continue
development of the subdivision if the Central Baptist Church
offer is voided.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site is wooded, with some clearing having taken place.
The site is zoned R-2, with R-2 zoning on all adjacent
property.
C. ENGINEERING/UTILITY COMMENTS:
No comments were received.
D. ISSUES/LEGAL/TECHNICAL/DESIGN:
There are no issues to be related.
E. ANALYSIS•
The Subdivision Ordinance requires a developer to proceed
with a preliminary plat towards being able to present a
final plat within one year of approval of the preliminary
plat. Progress toward this end has been delayed, but the
developer has proposed that there is a valid reason for the
delay. He proposes to continue working toward being able to
present the final plat if granted the time extension.
F. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends approval of the time extension.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT:
(DECEMBER 9, 1993)
No one was present to represent the applicant. Staff presented
the request. The Committee clarified that this was the first
extension request, then referred the item to the Commission for
the hearing.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(JANUARY 4, 1994)
The item was included on the Consent Agenda for approval and was
approved with the vote of 7 ayes, no nays, 4 absent, and no
abstention.
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ITEM NO.: 21 FILE NO.: Z-4562
NAME: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH -- LONG -FORM PRD TIME EXTENSION
LOCATION: On the west side of Hinson Road, lying between Pebble
Beach Subdivision and Windsor Town Homes
DEVELOPER•
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
Mr. Rich Browning, Business Manager
62 Pleasant Valley Drive
Little Rock, AR 72212
227-0010
AREA: 117 ACRES
ZONING: PRD
PLANNING DISTRICT:
CENSUS TRACT: 42.06
VARIANCES REQUESTED:
NUMBER OF LOTS• 1
PROPOSED USES•
19
STATEMENT OF PROPOSAL:
None
FT. NEW STREET•
Church sanctuary and
ancillary activities
The applicant requests a three year time extension for
implementation of the approved PRD. The Planning Commission
reviewed the first phase plan on October 29, 1985, after which,
on December 17, 1985, the Board of Directors approved the PRD and
passed Ordinance 15,015 to establish it. On December 17, 1985,
the Planning Commission reviewed the phase two plan, and the
Board of Directors approved that phase on February 18, 1986,
passing Ordinance 15,055. There has been one previous time
extension granted. The applicant is proposing a second time
extension and indicates that the Church is prepared to undertake
development in the PRD within the next three years.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST:
Approval by the Planning Commission of a three year time
extension is requested in order for the Church to begin
implementation of the planned improvements associated with
the approved PRD. The Church indicates that within the next
three years, payment of the purchase of the property can be
completed and funds can be accumulated for construction.
The current time extension expired on November 1, 1993, and
January 4, 1994
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 21 (Continued) FILE NO.: z-4562
the church requested by letter dated October 7, 1993 the
three year time extension.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site is presently undeveloped and wooded. The zoning is
PRD, with R-2 zoning of the abutting property.
C. ENGINEERING/UTILITY COMMENTS:
No comments were received.
D. ISSUES/LEGAL/TECHNICAL/DESIGN:
There are not issues.
E. ANALYSIS•
The Church indicates that they have been waiting for an
increase in the membership base in order to support the
planned new facility, and to complete payment for the land.
They indicate that they plan to proceed with the development
and implementation of the PRD within the next three years.
F. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends approval of the request.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT:
(DECEMBER 9, 1993)
No one was present to represent the Church. The staff outlined
the request. The Committee verified that the requested time
extension was the second request, then forwarded the item to the
Commission for the hearing.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(JANUARY 4, 1994)
The item was included on the Consent Agenda for approval and was
approved with the vote of 7 ayes, no nays, 4 absent, and no
abstentions.
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ITEM NO.: 22 FILE NO • Z-4923
AME: THE SUMMIT MALL -- LONG -FORM PCD TIME EXTENSION
LOCATION: On the west side of Shackleford Road, between
12-430 and West 36th. Street
DEVELOPER:
ENGINEER•
GERGINS INVESTMENT CORP. MCGETRICK ENGINEERING CO.
C/o McGetrick Engineering Co. 11225 Huron Lane, Suite 200
Little Rock, AR 72211
223-9900
AREA: 97.446 ACRES NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0
ZONING: PCD
PLANNING DISTRICT: 11
CENSUS TRACT: 24.04
VARIANCES REOUESTED:
STATEMENT OF PROPOSAL:
PROPOSED USES: Shopping Center
None
The developer, through the engineer, proposes a three year time
extension for implementing work associated with the establishment
of the PCD. The Planning Commission, on November 3, 1987,
reviewed the proposed PCD. The Board of Directors, on December 1,
1987, in Ordinance 15,385, conditionally established the PCD. On
February 12, 1991, the Planning Commission approved an initial
three year time extension. That time extension expires on
February 12, 1994. The applicant requests, then, a second three
year time extension.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST:
The applicant requests approval by the Planning Commission
of a second three year time extension for implementation of
the improvements associated with the establishment of the
Summit Mall PCD.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site is undeveloped and wooded. The existing zoning
remains PCD.
C. ENGINEERING/UTILITY COMMENTS:
There were no comments.
January 4, 1994
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO • 22 (Continued) FILE NO.: Z-4923
D. ISSUES/LEGAL/TECHNICAL/DESIGN:
There are no issues.
E. ANALYSIS•
The applicant wishes to retain the option of developing the
site as originally planned. The PCD will expire and the
land will revert to its former zoning classification unless
the time extension is approved.
F. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends approval of the time extension.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT:
(DECEMBER 9, 1993)
Mr. McGetrick, the engineer, was present to represent the
applicant. Staff presented the request. The Committee confirmed
that the requested time extension was the second such request.
The item was referred to the Commission for the hearing.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(JANUARY 4, 1994)
The item was included with the Consent Agenda for approval, and
was approved with the vote of 7 ayes, no nays, 4 absent, and no
abstentions.
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SUBDIVISION MINUTES
There being no further business before the Commission, the
meeting adjourned at 1:50 p.m.
Date
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Chairman