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LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION
PLANNING – REZONING – CONDITIONAL USE HEARING
MINUTE RECORD
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
4:00 P.M.
I. Roll Call and Finding of a Quorum
A Quorum was present being seven (7) in number.
II. Members Present: Craig Berry
Scott Hamilton
Marlon Haynes
Paul Latture
Robbin Rahman
Robert Stebbins
Diana Thomas
Members Absent: Tom Brock
Buelah Bynum
Robby Vogel
Open Position
City Attorney: Sherri Latimer
III. Approval of the Minutes of the August 1, 2019 Meeting of the Little
Rock Planning Commission. The Minutes were approved as presented.
LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION
PLANNING – REZONING – CONDITIONAL USE HEARING
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
4:00 P.M.
I. OLD BUSINESS:
Item Number: File Number: Title:
A. Z-9423 Second and Louisiana Commercial Parking Lot –
Conditional Use Permit
200 S. Louisiana Street
B. Z-3451-D Bennett Davis Group Revised Short-form POD; located at
1300 N. Shackleford Road.
II. NEW BUSINESS:
Item Number: File Number: Title:
1. Z-9449 Rezoning from R-2 to C-3
Northeast corner of Lawson Road and Beauchamp Road
2. LU19-16-01 A Land Use Plan Amendment in the Otter Creek Planning
District at 10101 Stagecoach Road from Neighborhood
Commercial (NC) to Commercial (C)
2.1 Z-9450 Rezoning from R-2 to C-3
10101 Stagecoach Road
3. Z-8286-C Vimy Ridge Road General Retail Store – Conditional
Use Permit
South of 13,403 Vimy Ridge Road
4. Z-9257-A Village at the Gateway Solar Farm – Conditional
Use Permit
West of Vimy Ridge Road, north of Pleasant Hill Road
Agenda, Page Two
II. NEW BUSINESS: (CONTINUED)
Item Number: File Number: Title:
5. Z-9277-A 1224 Aldersgate Multifamily – Revised Conditional
Use Permit
1224 Aldersgate Road
6. Z-9446 Lambert Duplex – Conditional Use Permit
4121/4123 “B” Street
7. Z-9451 Brewster Multisectional Manufactured Home –
Conditional Use Permit
North side of Woodrow Street, between Franklin and
Riffel Streets (College Station)
September 12, 2019
ITEM NO.: A FILE NO.: Z-9423
NAME: Second and Louisiana Commercial Parking Lot –
Conditional Use Permit
LOCATION: 200 S. Louisiana Street
OWNER/APPLICANT: Second and Louisiana Properties, LLC/
Thomas R. Pownall
PROPOSAL: A conditional use permit is requested to allow
development of a commercial parking lot on the UU
zoned property at 200 S. Louisiana Street.
1. SITE LOCATION:
The site is located on the west side of S. Louisiana Street, between West
2nd and West 3rd Streets.
2. COMPATIBILITY WITH NEIGHBORHOOD:
The property is located in the Downtown Little Rock area, occupied by
multi-story buildings and paved parking areas. Paved surface parking lots
are located throughout this general area.
The applicant proposes to construct a new commercial parking lot utilizing
the entire half block area. The parking lot will serve the Stephens Building
to the north. The proposed use is compatible with uses in the area.
Notice of public hearing was sent to the Downtown Neighborhood
Association.
3. ON SITE DRIVES AND PARKING:
A two-car wide driveway from West 2nd Street will be located near the
northwest corner of the property. This will be the only access to the main
parking area. A paved alley right-of-way is located along the west property
boundary. There will be one (1) row of parking along the east side of the
alley right-of-way. There will be a total of 112 paved parking spaces. The
entry drive will contain access bars/arms which will limit the access to only
those who are permitted to park in the lot.
4. SCREENING AND BUFFERS:
1. Any new site development must comply with the City’s minimal
landscape and buffer ordinance requirements and the requirements of
the UU Urban Use District.
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2. Sec. 36-342.1. - UU urban use district, Street trees a minimum of
three-inch caliper shall be required. The trees shall be located a
minimum of two (2) feet off the back of a curb and shall be thirty (30)
feet on center and no closer than thirty (30) feet to a street intersection
with a water source provided. The tree canopy shall be maintained at
least eight (8) feet above the sidewalk.
3. Street buffers will be required at six (6) percent of the average
depth/width of the lot. The minimum dimension shall be one-half (½)
the full width requirement but in no case be less than nine (9) feet. The
lot is approximately 300 feet in width. An eighteen (18) foot street
buffer is required adjacent to the 2nd and 3rd street right-of-ways.
4. Screening requirements will need to be met for the vehicular use areas
adjacent to street rights-of-way. Provide screening shrubs with an
average linear spacing of not less at three (3) feet within the required
landscape area. Provide trees with an average linear spacing of not
less than thirty (30) feet.
5. Eight percent (8%) of the vehicular use area must be designated
for green space; this green space needs to be evenly distributed
throughout the parking area(s). The minimum size of an interior
landscape area shall be one hundred fifty (150) square feet for
developments with one hundred fifty (150) or fewer parking spaces.
Interior islands must be a minimum seven and one half (7 1/2) feet in
width. Trees shall be included in the interior landscape areas at the
rate of one (1) tree for every twelve (12) parking spaces.
6. The City Beautiful Commission recommends preserving as many
existing trees as feasible on this site. Credit toward fulfilling
Landscape Ordinance requirements can be given when preserving
trees of six (6) inch caliper or larger.
5. PUBLIC WORKS:
1. 3rd St. is classified on the Master Street Plan as a minor arterial with
special design standards. A dedication of right-of-way 35 feet from
centerline will be required.
2. Repair or replace any curb, gutter, sidewalk and access ramps that are
damaged and not in compliance with ADA recommendations in the
public right-of-way prior to occupancy. The existing ramps at the street
intersections do not comply with CLR standard details.
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3. Are gates, kiosk, or signage proposed to be installed in alley and at
driveways?
4. 2nd St. is classified on the Master Street Plan as a minor arterial.
A dedication of right-of-way 45 feet from centerline will be required.
6. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/BUILDING CODES:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Water: Sewer Available to this site.
Entergy:
Entergy does not object to this proposal. There does not appear to be any
conflicts with existing electrical utilities at this location. All lines are in
underground and in the asphalt alley shown. Contact Entergy in advance
to discuss electrical service requirements, or adjustments to existing
facilities (if any) as this project proceeds.
Centerpoint Energy: No comments received.
AT&T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water:
NO OBJECTIONS; All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at
the time of request for water service must be met.
Fire Department:
Maintain Access:
Fire Hydrants.
Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per
Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section
D103.1 Access road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is
located on a fire apparatus access road, the minimum road width shall be
26 feet, exclusive of shoulders.
Fire Hydrants
Locate Fire Hydrants as per Appendix C of the 2012 Arkansas Fire
Prevention Code. Section C101 – C105, in conjunction with Central
Arkansas Water (Daniel Tull 501-377-1245) and the Little Rock Fire
Marshal’s Office (Capt. Tony Rhodes 501-918-3757 or Capt. John Hogue
501-918-3754). Number and Distribution of Fire Hydrants as per Table
C105.1.
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Building Codes: No comments received.
7. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
County Planning: No comments received.
Rock Region METRO: No comments pertinent to this application.
Planning Division: No comments.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (MAY 29, 2019)
Thomas Pownall was present, representing the application. Staff presented the
application. Staff asked for some additional information on the project. Staff
noted that a variance for reduced street buffers (West 2nd and West 3rd Street
frontages) and waiver of additional right-of-way dedication for West 2nd Street
needed to be requested. The Public Works requirements and the landscape
requirements were briefly discussed. After the discussion, the Committee
forwarded the application to the full Commission for resolution.
STAFF ANALYSIS:
The applicant is requesting approval of a conditional use permit to allow for the
development of a commercial parking lot on the UU zoned property at 200 S.
Louisiana Street. The property is comprised of an entire half block area located
along the west side of S. Louisiana Street, between West 2nd and West 3rd
Streets. Several one (1) and two (2) story office/commercial buildings are
located within the north two-thirds of the overall property. The south third of the
half block area is occupied by a paved parking area.
The applicant proposes to remove the existing buildings from the site and
construct a new 112 space commercial parking lot. There will be one (1) entry
drive to the parking area from West 2nd Street at the northwest corner of the
property. The entry drive will contain entry bars/arms which will limit the access
to only those who are permitted to park in the lot. A paved alley right-of-way is
located along the west property line. One (1) row of parking will be located
along the east side of the alley right-of-way. The main portion of the parking area
(excluding the one (1) row of parking along the alley) will be fenced with a six (6)
foot high decorative metal fence. Small signs (six (6) feet maximum height and
four (4) square feet maximum area) will be located near the entry drive and along
the row of parking adjacent to the alley. The signage will note that the parking
area is for permitted parking only.
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The applicant is requesting two (2) variances with the proposed development.
Section 36-522 of the City’s Zoning Ordinance requires a minimum street buffer
width of 18 feet along the West 2nd and West 3rd Street frontages. The proposed
plan shows nine (9) foot buffers/landscape strips along the two (2) street
frontages. Therefore, the applicant is requesting a variance to allow the reduced
street buffers. The plan conforms to the City’s Landscape Ordinance.
The City’s Master Street Plan classifies West 2nd Street as a minor arterial, with
45 feet of right-of-way dedication required. West 2nd Street currently has 60 feet
of right-of-way existing. At the suggestion of staff, the applicant is requesting a
waiver of additional right-of-way dedication for West 2nd Street. The existing
right-of-way should be sufficient, as there are existing buildings within the right-
of-way area to the east and west.
The applicant responded to issues raised at Subdivision Committee by providing
a revised site plan to staff. The revised plan shows driveway access bars/arms,
fencing and signage, as requested by staff. To staff’s knowledge, there are no
outstanding issues associated with the application.
Staff believes the proposed commercial parking lot located on the UU zoned
property at 200 S. Louisiana Street is an appropriate use for this property. The
proposed parking lot will be a private parking lot to serve the Stephens Building
to the north, and may serve other buildings in the area in the future. The
property is located in the downtown area which contains a number of surface
parking lots serving surrounding buildings and uses. The proposed parking lot
use should be compatible with surrounding uses. Staff believes the proposed
commercial parking lot will have no adverse impact on the general area.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested CUP, including buffer variance and
waiver of right-of-way dedication for West 2nd Street, subject to the following
conditions:
1. Compliance with the comments and conditions outlined in Sections 4, 5 and 6
of the agenda staff report.
2. Any handicap parking spaces on the site must have an accessible route to
sidewalks as per ordinance and ADA standards.
3. The site will be limited to the signage shown on the proposed site plan. All
signage must be located at least five (5) feet back from property lines.
4. Any site lighting must be low level, shielded and directed into the site.
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PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JUNE 20, 2019)
Staff informed the Commission that the applicant submitted a letter to staff on
June 13, 2019 requesting this application be deferred to the August 1, 2019
agenda. Staff supported the deferral request.
The item was placed on the consent agenda and deferred to the August 1, 2019
agenda. The vote was 8 ayes, 0 noes and 3 absent.
STAFF UPDATE:
The applicant submitted a revised site plan to staff on July 16, 2019. The revised
site plan makes two (2) minor changes to the overall parking lot plan. The
applicant has moved the driveway along West 2nd Street from the northwest
corner to near the northeast corner of the overall site. The applicant has also
added a driveway along the West 3rd Street frontage.
Public Works has reviewed the revised site plan and notes support of the
revisions. Staff continues to support the application and recommends approval
as noted on page 5. of the agenda staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (AUGUST 1, 2019)
Staff informed the Commission that the applicant submitted a letter to staff on
July 25, 2019 requesting this application be deferred to the September 12, 2019
agenda. Staff supported the deferral request.
The item was placed on the consent agenda and deferred to the September 12,
2019 agenda. The vote was 8 ayes, 0 noes, 2 absent and 1 open position.
STAFF UPDATE:
The applicant submitted a revised site plan to staff on August 28, 2019. The
revised plan makes a few minor changes to the overall parking lot plan. The
applicant has removed the proposed parking within the alley right-of-way, along
the west side of the property. The revised plan also moves the proposed
driveway along the W. 2nd Street frontage to the northwest corner of the site. The
revised site plan notes that the overall site will be enclosed with a six (6) foot high
decorative metal fence with brick columns. The applicant also notes that an
historical plaque/marker located on a bench structure at the southeast corner of
the property (not in the right-of-way) will be relocated and placed on one of the
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masonry fence columns near this corner of the property. The revised site plan
contains 100 total parking spaces.
Public Works has reviewed the revised site plan and approves of the revisions.
Staff continues to support the application and recommends approval as noted on
page 5. of the agenda staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (SEPTEMBER 12, 2019)
The applicant was present. There were no persons present either in support or
opposition. The item was pulled from the proposed consent agenda at the
request of a commissioner. Staff presented the item and a recommendation of
approval as outlined in the “staff recommendation” above.
There were only 7 commissioners present and the chairman offered an
opportunity to defer. The applicant asked if he could know what the issue of
concern was before deciding whether to defer.
Commissioner Berry stated he had seen the buildings being removed from the
property. He stated that action seemed premature. Thomas Pownall, representing
the applicant, stated he had not been involved in that aspect of the project. He
stated his client had purchased the property for the purpose of developing a
parking lot on it. Mr. Pownall stated he wished to go forward with the application.
In response to a question from Commissioner Berry, Mr. Pownall stated the
parking was primarily for Stephens but there could be some spaces available for
others.
Commissioner Berry voiced his concern about the amount of surface parking
downtown and the lack of green space. He stated he could not support this
application.
Commissioner Rahman stated he did not foresee supporting this application.
When again offered the opportunity to defer, Mr. Pownall accepted. A motion
was made and seconded to defer the item to the October 24, 2019 agenda. The
motion was approved by a vote of 7 ayes, 0 noes, 3 absent and 1 open position.
September 12, 2019
ITEM NO.: B FILE NO.: Z-3451-D
NAME: Bennett Davis Group Revised Short-form POD
LOCATION: 1300 North Shackleford Road
DEVELOPER:
Bennett Davis Group-Michael Bennett
P. O. Box 26415
Little Rock, AR 72211
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Bennett Davis Group/Owner and Agent
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
Brooks Surveying
20820 Arch Street Pike
Hensley, AR 72065
AREA: 4.9 acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
WARD: 4 PLANNING DISTRICT: 2 CENSUS TRACT: 22.09
CURRENT ZONING: POD, planned office development
ALLOWED USES: Printing company and O-3, General Office District uses
PROPOSED ZONING: Revised POD
PROPOSED USE: Add an event center as an allowable use.
VARIANCE/WAIVERS: Use of unpaved, graveled and non-graveled, overflow
parking areas
BACKGROUND:
The building and property were previously occupied by a church and a daycare. In late
2015, the property was rezoned to POD to allow for use of the building for a printing,
copying and graphic design business. O-3, general office district, permitted uses were
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approved as alternative uses. Business hours were approved as 8 am – 5 pm, Monday
– Friday. No alternative operating hours were approved for any of the alternative uses.
Signage was approved for wall signage on the front façade of the building, not to
exceed 10% of the façade area, and a single ground-mounted sign not to exceed 6 feet
in height and 64 square feet in area. In 2018, the applicant entered into an agreement
with the Little Rock Bop Club, the Ballroom, Latin and Swing Social Dance Association
and the Little Rock Country Dancers to allow them to use the former sanctuary space in
the building as a dance facility. These dance clubs had previously been meeting in the
Bess Chisum facility on West 12th Street. The sanctuary area has been converted into a
competition level ballroom dance floor and reception area. The space represents
approximately 4,500 square feet of the 12 – 15,000 square foot building.
On November 1, 2018, the planning commission approved the applicant’s request to
withdraw a PCD request to add an event center to allowed uses.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT’S STATEMENT:
The applicant is requesting a revision to the approved POD zoning to allow for
use of the former sanctuary space as an event center. Hours of operation are
proposed as 7 am – midnight, seven days a week. No in-house alcohol sales are
available. Guests desiring to serve alcohol at their event must gain prior approval
from the venue staff. The venue is a tobacco-free venue. All catering is open-
vendor and is the responsibility of the host client. The site contains paved parking
area for 75 vehicles. The applicant is proposing to utilize unpaved areas off of the
paved parking lots for overflow parking.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site contains a 12 – 15,000 square foot building and paved parking. Single
family residences are located to the south of the site. Duplex and single family
homes are located across Shackleford Road to the east. Office uses are located
to the north and west. Slightly farther to the north is the large area of mixed
commercial zoning and uses, extending up to and along Rodney Parham road.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
Notice of the public hearing was sent to all owners of properties located within
200 feet of the site and the Walnut Valley Neighborhood Association.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS:
PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS:
1. N. Shackleford Rd. is classified on the Master Street Plan as a collector
street. A dedication of right-of-way 30 feet from centerline will be required.
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2. Sidewalks with appropriate handicap ramps are required to be extended to
the side property line in accordance with Sec. 31-175 of the Little Rock Code
and the Master Street Plan.
3. Repair or replace any curb, gutter, sidewalk and access ramps that are
damaged and not in compliance with ADA recommendations in the public
right-of-way prior to occupancy.
4. With the addition of a gravel parking lot, storm water detention ordinance
applies to this property. Show the proposed location for stormwater detention
facilities on the plan. Maintenance of the detention pond and all private
drainage improvements is the responsibility of the developer and/or land
owner.
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority:
Sewer Available to this site. FOG Analysis Required if food prep on site.
Entergy:
Entergy does not object to this proposal. There does not appear to be any
conflicts with existing electrical utilities at this location. Contact Entergy in
advance to discuss electrical service requirements, or adjustments to existing
facilities (if any) as this project proceeds.
Centerpoint Energy: No comments received.
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water:
NO OBJECTIONS; All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time
of request for water service must be met.
Fire Department:
Full Plan Review
Maintain Access:
Fire Hydrants.
Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per Appendix D
of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road
width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access
road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders.
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Grade
Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas
Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access
roads shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief.
Loading
Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2012
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading.
Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be
accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus
access road with an asphalt, concrete or other approved driving surface
capable of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at least
75,000 pounds.
Commercial and Industrial Developments – 2 means of access. - Maintain
fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire
Prevention Code Vol. 1
Section D104.1 Buildings exceeding three stories or 30 feet in height.
Building or facilities exceeding 30 feet or three stories in height shall have at
least two means of fire apparatus access for each structure.
Section D104.2 Building exceeding 62,000 square feet in area. Buildings or
facilities having a gross building area of more than 62,000 square feet shall be
provide with two separate and approved fire apparatus access roads.
Exception: Projects having a gross building area of up to 124,000 square feet
that have a single approved fire apparatus access road when all building are
equipped throughout with approved automatic sprinkler systems.
D104.3 Remoteness. Where two fire apparatus access roads are required, they
shall be placed a distance apart equal to not less than one half of the length of
the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the lot or area to be served,
measured in a straight line between accesses.
Dead Ends.
Maintain fire apparatus access roads at dead end locations as per
Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section
D103.4 Dead Ends. Dead-end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet
shall be provided with width and turnaround provisions in accordance with Table
D103.4. Requirements for Dead-end fire apparatus access roads.
Gates
Maintain fire apparatus access road gates as per Appendix D of the 2012
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.5 Fire apparatus access
road gates. Gates securing the fire apparatus access roads shall comply
with all of the following criteria:
1. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
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2. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
3. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by
one person.
4. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times
and replaces or repaired when defective.
5. Electric gates shall be equipped with a means of opening the gate by fire
department personnel for emergency access. Emergency opening devices
shall be approved by the fire code official.
6. Manual opening gates shall not be locked with a padlock or chain and
padlock unless they are capable of being opened by means of forcible entry
tools or when a key box containing the keys to the lock is installed at the gate
location.
7. Locking device specifications shall be submitted for approval by the fire
code official
8. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with
UL 325.
9. Gates, intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed and
installed to comply with requirements of ASTM F 2200.
Fire Hydrants
Locate Fire Hydrants as per Appendix C of the 2012 Arkansas Fire
Prevention Code. Section C101 – C105, in conjunction with Central Arkansas
Water (Daniel Tull 501-377-1245) and the Little Rock Fire Marshal’s Office
(Capt. Tony Rhodes 501-918-3757). Number and Distribution of Fire Hydrants as
per Table C105.1.
Parks and Recreation: No comments received.
County Planning: No comments received.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Building Code:
Landscape: No comments.
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments.
Planning Division: This request is located Rodney Parham Planning District. The
Land Use Plan shows Office (O) for this property. The office category represents
services provided directly to consumers (e.g., legal, financial, medical) as well as
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general offices which support more basic economic activities. The applicant has
applied for a revision to an existing POD (Planned Office Development) to add an
event center to the permitted uses in the existing building.
Master Street Plan: East of the property is Shackleford Road and it is shown as
a Collector Street on the Master Street Plan. Plan. The primary function of a
Collector Road is to provide a connection from Local Streets to Arterials. This
street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street
improvements for entrances and exits to the site.
Bicycle Plan: There is a Class III Bike Route shown on Shackleford Road. Bike
Routes require no additional right-of-way, but either a sign or pavement marking
to identify and direct the route.
Revised plat/plan: Submit responses to staff issues and four (4) copies of a
revised preliminary plat/plan (to include the additional information as noted
above) to staff on or before May 22, 2019. If you have any questions please
contact Dana Carney, dcarney@littlerock.gov or 501.371.6817 or Jamie Collins,
gcollins@littlerock.gov or 501.371.6818.
H. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (May 15, 2019)
The applicant was present. Staff presented the item and noted some additional
information was needed. The applicant was asked to provide a signage plan.
Staff asked if the venue would be rented to any individual or group who may in
turn host ticketed events such as concerts or ticketed (cover charge) parties.
Staff asked the applicant to describe proposed security measures during the
events. The applicant was advised to locate the dumpster and required screening
on the site plan. Staff stated dumpster service hours should be limited to 7 am –
6 pm, Monday – Friday. Staff noted the variance to allow use of unimproved,
unpaved overflow parking areas.
Public Works comments were noted. Staff discussed the need to show the
proposed location for stormwater detention facilities in compliance with the
stormwater detention ordinance.
Comments from the other departments and reviewing agencies were noted. The
applicant was advised to respond to staff issues by May 22, 2019. The
committee forwarded the item to the full commission.
I. ANALYSIS:
The POD zoned property at 1300 N. Shackleford Road is occupied by a 12 –
15,000 square foot building (former church) and paved parking for approximately
75 vehicles. In 2015, the property was zoned POD to allow for use of the building
for a printing, copying and graphic design business. O-3, general office district,
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permitted uses were approved as alternative uses. Business hours were
approved as 8 am – 5 pm, Monday – Friday. No alternative operating hours were
approved for any of the alternative O-3 uses.
The applicant is requesting approval of a revision to the POD to allow for use of
the former sanctuary space (about 4,500 square feet) as an event center. Hours
of operation are proposed as 7 am – midnight, seven days a week. No in-house
alcohol sales are available. Guests desiring to serve alcohol at their event must
gain prior approval from the venue staff. The venue is a tobacco-free venue. All
catering is open-vendor and is the responsibility of the host client. In addition to
the 75 space paved parking lots, the applicant is proposing two unpaved areas
for overflow parking.
The applicant submitted responses to issues raised at subdivision committee.
A single ground-mounted sign is proposed for the site. The monument style sign
appears to meet the office district standards of 6-feet in height and 74 square
feet in area. The applicant states the venue will not be rented to any individual or
group who may in turn host ticketed events such as concerts or ticketed (cover
charge) parties. Venue staff will be on hand during all events. The applicant has
begun discussion with at least two local security providers in the event that a
potential renter desires armed or unarmed security services. The applicant
states, due to the limited size of the groups that meet their desired demographic,
outside security will not necessity be required. The dumpster location is shown at
the back of the northern, unimproved overflow parking area. Stormwater
detention plans were submitted to staff.
While it appears the applicant has attempted to address many of the typical
issues associated with event venues, staff still has concerns with this application.
The site is directly adjacent to single family properties. Two family and single
family properties are located across Shackleford. The event venue is proposed to
have operating hours up to midnight seven days a week. The applicant is
proposing to address potential parking issues by utilizing unpaved areas for
overflow parking with no plans to properly develop the parking area to comply
with code standards.
Staff feels the proposed event center could negatively impact the adjacent and
nearby residential properties.
J. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends denial.
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PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JUNE 6, 2019)
The applicant was present. There were two registered objectors present. Staff informed
the commission that the applicant had requested deferral of the item on June 6, 2019 to
allow for time to meet with the neighbors and to address staff issues. There was no
further discussion. A motion was made to waive the commission’s bylaws to accept the
late deferral request. That motion was seconded and approved by a vote of 8 ayes,
0 noes and 3 absent. The item was then placed on the consent agenda and approved
for deferral to the July 18, 2019 meeting. The vote was 8 ayes, 0 noes and 3 absent.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JULY 18, 2019)
The applicants were not present. There were no registered objectors present. Staff
informed the commission that the notice requirement had not been completed and the
item needed to be deferred. There was no further discussion. The item was placed on
the consent agenda and deferred to the August 1, 2019 agenda. The vote was 8 ayes,
0 noes and 3 absent.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (AUGUST 1, 2019)
The applicant was present. There were several persons present registered in support
of the item. There were three persons present registered in opposition. Four e-mails of
opposition had been received by staff and forwarded to the commissioners. The
chairman noted here were only eight commissioners present and offered the applicant
an opportunity to defer to the next agenda. The applicant stated he would take the
deferral. There was no further discussion. A motion was made to defer the item to the
September 12, 2019 agenda. The motion was seconded and approved by a vote of
8 ayes, 0 noes, 2 absent and 1 open position.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (SEPTEMBER 12, 2019)
The applicant was present. There was one registered objector present. Three
e-mails/letters of opposition had previously been given to the commissioners. There
were several persons present in support of the application. The chairman noted there
were only seven commissioners present and offered the opportunity to defer. The
applicant stated he wished to proceed. It was noted that the applicant had mailed the
notices for this hearing via regular mail, not certified mail, as required for a third deferral.
A motion was made, seconded and approved to accept the notices as completed. Staff
presented the item and a recommendation of denial.
The applicant stated he wished to allow the opposition to speak first.
Jeff Jones, of 1204 N. Shackleford road, spoke in opposition. He voiced his concerns
about noise, traffic and late hours of opposition. He stated the dance people seemed
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very nice but the proposed event center was too close to the residential neighborhood
and would negatively impact the neighborhood. He stated a mechanical contractor and
a firewood sales business that were currently in the building were noisy and had been a
problem. Mr. Jones stated a business that involved serving alcohol would not be good.
Richard Davis, representing the dance clubs, addressed the commission. He described
the history of the clubs and introduced some of the members. He described the diversity
of the clubs’ membership. Mr. Davis stated this was a quality location for the dance
clubs and improvements had been made to the building. He said more improvements
were needed and the ability to rent the space as an event center would bring income that
could go to making those improvements.
Robert Walker, of the Capitol View-Stifft Station Neighborhood association, spoke in
support of the dance clubs.
Michael Bennett, the applicant, addressed the commission and described his history
with the property. He said his improvements to the building were beneficial to area
property values. He stated the mechanical contractor was only in the building
temporarily. Mr. Bennett stated he had several requests to use the building as an event
center. He stated he hosted an open house for the neighbors and most had no
concerns with his proposal afterward. He stated he was proposing more of a cultural
event center. He said the president of the Walnut Valley Property Owners Association
was on his way down to the meeting to speak in support of the item but had car trouble.
He said the use was not impactful. He stated the property was on the edge of a
neighborhood but it was also on the edge of the West Village retail and office corridor
along Rodney Parham.
In response to a question from the commission, staff discussed the currently-approved
uses for the site and the current uses occupying the property. Staff stated the dance
clubs could fit under “dance studio”, an allowable O-3 use. Staff stated they were
operating outside of the hours approved for the property. Staff commented much of the
discussion had been centered on the dance clubs but the bigger issue was the proposal
to allow an event center. A couple of the commissioners commented they could support
the proposal if it were tied to Mr. Bennett and his ownership of the property.
In repose to a question, staff stated the Fire Marshall would establish the allowable
occupancy.
Commissioner Stebbins commented that the City had recently approved an event
center on Geyer Springs Road adjacent to residential properties. He stated he felt this
was a good use of this property.
There was a further discussion of the hours and uses. Staff stated the proposed hours
for the event center could also be applied to the dance clubs; all other uses would
adhere to the previously-approved hours.
Chairman Latture stated he felt this was a perfect location for the proposed use and it
would have no impact on the neighborhood.
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A motion was made and seconded to approve the item, including all staff comments and
conditions except the recommendation of denial. The motion was approved by a vote of
6 ayes, 1 no, 3 absent and 1 open position.
September 12, 2019
ITEM NO.: 1 FILE NO.: Z-9449
Owner: E. F. and Barbara Crook
Applicant: Eugenia Williams
Location: Northeast corner of Lawson Road
and Beauchamp Road
Area: 1.36 Acres
Request: Rezone from R-2 to C-3
Purpose: Future commercial development
Existing Use: Undeveloped
SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING
North – Single family residences and undeveloped property; zoned R-2 and R-7A
South – Undeveloped property and single family residences; zoned R-2
East – Single family residences and two (2) churches; zoned R-2 and C-3
West – Single family residences, church and elementary school; zoned R-2
A. PUBLIC WORKS COMMENTS:
1. Lawson Road is classified on the Master Street Plan as a minor arterial. A
dedication of right-of-way 45 feet from centerline will be required. Due to the
adjacent arterial-arterial intersection of Lawson Road and Beauchamp Rd, an
additional 10 ft. of right-of-way is required to be dedicated for a future right
turn lane. Total dedication is 55 ft. from centerline.
2. Beauchamp Road is classified on the Master Street Plan as a minor arterial.
A dedication of right-of-way 45 feet from centerline will be required.
3. A 75 feet radial dedication of right-of-way is required at the arterial-arterial
intersection of Lawson Road and Beauchamp Road.
4. Remove existing pump island, any structure, and underground storage tanks
shown to be within the future right-of-way. Contact the Regulated Storage
Tank Division of the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality for
proper removal procedures. Provide clearance of underground storage tank
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removal and soils screening from the Arkansas Department of Environmental
Quality prior to dedication of right-of-way.
B. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT:
The site is not located on a Rock Region Metro bus route.
C. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION:
All owners of property located within 200 feet of the site and the Southwest Little
Rock United for Progress Neighborhood Association were notified of the public
hearing.
D. LAND USE ELEMENT:
Planning Division: This request is located in West Fourche Planning District. The
Land Use Plan shows Commercial (C) for this property. This category includes a
broad range of retail and wholesale sales of products, personal and professional
services, and general business activities. Commercial activities vary in type and
scale, depending on the trade area that they serve. The applicant has applied for
a rezoning from R-2 (Single Family District) to C-3 (General Commercial District)
to allow for future development of a commercial use.
Master Street Plan: To the south of the property is Lawson Road and west of the
property is Beauchamp Road. Both roads are shown as a Minor Arterial on the
Master Street Plan. A Minor Arterial provides connections to and through an
urban area and their primary function is to provide short distance travel within the
urbanized area. Entrances and exits should be limited to minimize negative
effects of traffic and pedestrians on both Beauchamp and Lawson Roads since
they are both a Minor Arterial. These streets may require dedication of right-of-
way and may require street improvements for entrances and exits to the site.
Bicycle Plan: There is a Class II Bike Path shown on Lawson Road. This Bike
Lane provides a portion of the pavement for the sole use of bicycles.
E. STAFF ANALYSIS:
E. F. and Barbara Crook, owners of the 1.36 acre property located at the
northeast corner of Lawson Road and Beauchamp Road, are requesting to
rezone the property from “R-2” Single Family District to “C-3” General
Commercial District. The applicant is requesting C-3 zoning to allow a future
commercial development. The property is located outside the Little Rock city
limits, but is within the City’s Extraterritorial Zoning jurisdiction.
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The property is currently undeveloped and partially tree covered. The property is
located in an area which is predominantly zoned R-2, containing single family
residences (including manufactured homes) on larger lots and undeveloped
property. There are two (2) church facilities to the east, and a church and
elementary school to the west along Lawson Road.
The City’s Future Land Use Plan designates this property as “C” Commercial.
The requested C-3 zoning does not require a change to the plan.
Staff is supportive of the requested C-3 rezoning. Staff views the request as
reasonable. The property is located at the intersection of two (2) minor arterial
streets. It was previously determined, based on the Future Land Use Plan
designation of “C” Commercial, that commercial zoning would be appropriate at
this corner of the intersection. Staff feels that a future small commercial use will
be a good fit for this property. Staff believes the rezoning of this property to C-3
will have no adverse impact on the adjacent properties or the general area.
F. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested C-3 rezoning.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (SEPTEMBER 12, 2019)
The applicant was not present. There were no objectors present. Staff informed the
commission that the applicant had failed to complete the required notification to
surrounding property owners and the item needed to be deferred. There was no further
discussion. The item was placed on the consent agenda and approved for deferral to
the October 24, 2019 agenda. The vote was 6 ayes, 0 noes, 4 absent and 1 open
position.
September 12, 2019
ITEM NO.: 2 FILE NO.: LU19-16-01
Name: Land Use Plan Amendment – Otter Creek Planning District
Location: 10101 Stagecoach Road
Request: Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to Commercial (C)
Source: Raymend Hickey, Central Arkansas Engineering Pllc
PROPOSAL / REQUEST:
Land Use Plan amendment in the Otter Creek Planning District from Neighborhood
Commercial (NC) to Commercial (C). Commercial includes a broad range of retail and
wholesale sales of products, personal and professional services, and general business
activities. Commercial activities vary in type and scale, depending on the trade area that
they serve. The request is to allow for future commercial development on the site.
EXISTING LAND USE AND ZONING:
The property is undeveloped and being filled zoned as R-2 Single Family District and is
4 acres ± in size. North and east are zoned as R-2 Single Family District undeveloped,
and, wooded (Callagahan and Fourche Creeks). To the west along Stagecoach Road
from north through south is orderly zoned as Neighborhood Commercial District (C-1)
with an undeveloped lot, a pharmacy, a Central Arkansas Library system branch, and a
gas station to Otter Creek Parkway. Further south of Otter Creek Parkway is zoned as
Shopping Center District (C-2) with a strip mall, a grocery, a gas station, and some fast
food restaurants. South of the requested property is zoned as R-2 Single Family District
and occupied by Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. Further south of this telephone
switching facility is zoned as General Commercial District (C-3) until to Otter Creek
Road is respectively undeveloped wooded land then a bank. To the east of this bank
are an automotive store and another bank to the east along Otter Creek Road.
FUTURE LAND USE PLAN AND RECENT AMENDMENTS:
The property is currently shown as Neighborhood Commercial (NC) on the plan. It is
vacant, being filled and, 4 acres ± in size. North of the property is wooded, and shown
as Parks/Open Space (PK/OS) along Callagahan Branch on the Plan. East of the
property is Parks/Open Space (PK/OS) and wooded, as well (Fourche Creek). West of
the property across Stagecoach Road, is Neighborhood Commercial (NC). It is a
Central Arkansas Library system branch to the north and a gas station to the south.
South of the property is Neighborhood Commercial (NC) and Commercial (C) and
owned by Southwestern Bell Telephone Co.
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May 16, 2005, a change was made from Single Family (SF) to Mixed Use (MX) to the
north west of the property. The ordinance number for this change is 18277. February
18, 2014, a change was made from Commercial (C) to Service Trade District (STD) to
the south west of the property. The ordinance number for this change is 20847.
MASTER STREET PLAN:
To the west of the subject area is Stagecoach Road and is shown as a Minor Arterial on
the Master Street Plan. A Minor Arterial provides connections to and through an urban
area and their primary function is to provide short distance travel within the urbanized
area. Entrances and exits should be limited to minimize negative effects of traffic and
pedestrians on Stagecoach Road since it is a Minor Arterial. This street may require
dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements for entrances and exits
to the site.
BICYCLE PLAN:
There is a Class I along Fourche Creek; Class II along Stagecoach Road. A Class I
Bike Path is built separate from or alongside a road. Additional paving and right of way
may be required. A Class II Bike Lane is located on the street as either a 5’ shoulder or
six foot marked bike lane. Additional paving and right of way may be required.
PARKS:
There are no public parks shown in the immediate vicinity.
HISTORIC DISTRICTS:
There are no city recognized historic districts that would be affected by this amendment.
ANALYSIS:
The property requesting the Land Use Plan change is northeast of Stagecoach / Otter
Creek Parkway, at 10101 Stagecoach Road. The request is to amend +4 acres of
Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to Commercial (C) and it is currently undeveloped and
being filled. The site is on Stagecoach Road and on the northeast edge of a commercial
business center at the Otter Creek Road & Stagecoach Road intersection. There are
+25 acres of Service Trade District (STD) shown area on the Plan to the northwest and
south of Otter Creek Road/Stagecoach intersection.
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To the north of the amendment requested area is shown as Parks and Open Space
(PK/OS) along Callagahan Branch as a strip on the Plan. Beyond the PK/OS area
(Floodway of Callagahan Creek) are Mixed Use (MX) and Office (O) uses to the north.
To the east of subject area is vast PK/OS area due to Fourche and Otter Creeks.
There are +10 acres of Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to the west of the subject area.
This NC area is occupied, from north to south, with a Pharmacy, a Public Library, a Gas
Station with a fish eatery in it, an animal hospital, and some other neighborhood
commercial uses in it.
To the south of the subject property is a telephone switching facility, it is shown as
Commercial (C) on the plan. To the south of this property is +4 acres of undeveloped
commercial land. It is zoned as General Commercial (C-3). This is the only available
undeveloped commercial land in the vicinity. To the south of this available commercial
property, along Otter Creek Road, is shown as Commercial (C) on the Plan and
occupied with two Banks and an automotive store and zoned as General Commercial
(C-3). Across the street, Stagecoach Road, to the west of these commercial areas are
occupied commercial uses including a bank, a grocery shopping, a gas station, and
retail stores on a Shopping Center District (C-2) zoned land. To the south of this C-2
zoned area is a fast food restaurant at the northwest of Otter Creek/Stagecoach
intersection on a C-3 zoned land.
There are currently three big storage facilities to the northwest and south of the Otter
Creek Road/Stagecoach intersection, zoned as Shopping Center District (C-2), Planned
Commercial Development (PCD), Planned Development Commercial (PDC), and these
are shown as Service Trade District (STD) on the Future Land Use Plan.
Southeast of Otter Creek/Stagecoach Road is zoned as C-3, occupied with a gas
station, a fast food restaurant, a doughnut shop and a dry cleaner on land shown as
Commercial on the Land Use Plan. To the southwest of Otter Creek/Stagecoach Road
is a vacant, C-2 zoned, Service Trade District (STD) area.
The proposed amendment is not a change in use but a change in intensity of the
commercial use as a switch from limited small scale commercial development use to
a broad range of retail and wholesale sales of products, personal and professional
services, and general business activities. The proposed change area is already part
of the current commercial/business node as its north eastern edge. Since the change
area is not next to a residential or single family area, the increase in intensity of this
commercial use in the area is not going to impact any residential negatively in
the vicinity.
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NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
Notices were sent to the following neighborhood associations: Otter Creek Home
Owners Neighborhood Association (NA), Bentley Court NA, and, Chateaus on
Stagecoach NA. Staff has received no comments from area residents.
STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff believes the change is appropriate.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (SEPTEMBER 12, 2019)
The Item was placed on the consent agenda for approval. By a vote of 6 for, 0 against,
4 absent and 1 open position, the Planning Commission voted to approve the Consent
agenda.
September 12, 2019
ITEM NO.: 2.1 FILE NO.: Z-9450
Owner: Patsy Reese
Applicant: Raymond Hickey
Location: 10101 Stagecoach Road
Area: 6 Acres
Request: Rezone from R-2 to C-3
Purpose: Future commercial development
Existing Use: Undeveloped
SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING
North – Undeveloped property, office and church; zoned R-2 and O-3
South – Utility sub-station, bank and car wash; zoned R-2 and C-3
East – Undeveloped property (floodway); zoned R-2
West – Library, convenience store and mixed commercial uses (across Stagecoach
Road); zoned C-1
A. PUBLIC WORKS COMMENTS:
1. Stagecoach Road is classified on the Master Street Plan as a minor arterial.
A dedication of right-of- way 45 feet from centerline will be required.
2. In accordance with Section 31-176, floodway areas must be shown as
floodway easements or be dedicated to the public. In addition, a 25 foot wide
drainage and access easement is required adjacent to the floodway boundary
at time of building permit.
B. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT:
The site is located on Rock Region Metro bus route #23 (Baseline/Southwest
Route).
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C. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION:
All owners of property located within 200 feet of the site and the Otter Creek,
Bentley Court, Wedgewood Creek and Southwest Little Rock United for Progress
Neighborhood Associations were notified of the public hearing.
D. LAND USE ELEMENT:
Planning Division: This request is located in Otter Creek Planning District. The
Land Use Plan shows Neighborhood Commercial (NC) for this property. This
category includes limited small-scale commercial development in close proximity
to a neighborhood, providing goods and services to that neighborhood market
area. The applicant has applied for a rezoning from R-2 (Single Family District)
to C-3 (General Commercial District) to allow for future commercial use of the
property. There is an accompanying Land Use Plan Amendment on this agenda
to change the Use to Commercial (C).
Master Street Plan: To the west of the property is Stagecoach Road; it is shown
as a Principal Arterial on the Master Street Plan. A Principal Arterial is to serve
through traffic and to connect major traffic generators or activity centers within
the urbanized area. Entrances and exits should be limited to minimize negative
effects of traffic and pedestrians on Stagecoach Road since it is a Principal
Arterial. This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street
improvements for entrances and exits to the site.
Bicycle Plan: There is a Class II Bike Path shown on Stagecoach Road. This
Bike Lane provides a portion of the pavement for the sole use of bicycles.
E. STAFF ANALYSIS:
Patsy Reese, owner of the six (6) acre property located at 10101 Stagecoach
Road, is requesting to rezone the property from “R-2” Single Family District to
“C-3” General Commercial District. The applicant is requesting C-3 zoning for
future commercial development.
The property is currently undeveloped. Some site work has been taking place on
the property in anticipation of future development. An advanced grading
variance was recently approved for this property by the Planning Commission
(March 14, 2019). The site work includes tree clearing and filling of the property.
The property is located in an area of mixed uses and zoning. An office use, a
church development and single family residences are located to the north and
northwest, with properties zoned R-2, O-3 and PCD. Mixed commercial uses are
located to the south on R-2 and C-3 zoned properties. Mixed commercial uses
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are located to the west and southwest in C-1. C-2, C-3 and PCD zonings.
Undeveloped property is located to the east.
The City’s Future Land Use Plan designates this property as “NC” Neighborhood
Commercial. The applicant has filed a land use plan amendment application to
change the designation of this property to “C” Commercial. The proposed land
use plan amendment is a separate item on this agenda.
Staff is supportive of the requested C-3 rezoning. Staff views the request as
reasonable. The property is located in an area of mixed commercial, office and
residential zoning and uses along Stagecoach Road, a minor arterial roadway.
There are existing C-3 zoned properties to the south at the intersection of
Stagecoach Road and Otter Creek Road. C-3 zoning of this property will be in
keeping with the zoning pattern along this section of Stagecoach Road, north and
south of Otter Creek Road. Staff believes the rezoning of this property to C-3 will
have no adverse impact on the adjacent properties or the general area.
F. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested C-3 rezoning.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (SEPTEMBER 12, 2019)
The applicant was present. There were no objectors present. Staff presented the item
and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the “staff recommendation” above.
There was no further discussion. The item was placed on the consent agenda for
approval, including all staff comments and conditions. The vote was 6 ayes, 0 noes,
4 absent and 1 open position.
September 12, 2019
ITEM NO.: 3 FILE NO.: Z-8286-C
NAME: Vimy Ridge Road General Retail Store – Conditional
Use Permit
LOCATION: South of 13,403 Vimy Ridge Road
OWNER/APPLICANT: Ricky Williams/Owner; Blew & Assoc. /Applicant
PROPOSAL: A conditional use permit is requested to allow for
development of this vacant, 2.215 acre tract with a
10,640 square foot general merchandise retail store
and associated parking.
1. SITE LOCATION:
The property is located on the east side of Vimy Ridge Rd., one lot north
of County Line Road and the southern extent of the City limits.
2. COMPATIBILITY WITH NEIGHBORHOOD:
The property is located within a small commercial node at the Vimy
Ridge/County Line Rd. /City limits. A convenience store with gas pumps is
located adjacent to the south. An 8,000 Sq. ft. + general retail store is
located across Vimy Ridge to the west. Undeveloped MF-6 property is
located to the southeast. A single family neighborhood is located to the
east and a single family tract is adjacent to the north. Undeveloped
property is located to the west. With property attention to development
standards and screening requirements, the proposed development should
be compatible with uses and zoning in the area.
Notice of the public hearing was sent to all owners of properties located
within 200 feet of the site and the Quail Run, Alexander Road and
SWLRUP neighborhood Associations.
3. ON SITE DRIVES AND PARKING:
A single driveway off of Vimy Ridge road is proposed. Paved parking for
36 spaces is indicated on the site plan. 32 parking spaces are required for
a 10,640 square foot general retail store.
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4. SCREENING AND BUFFERS:
1. Any new site development must comply with the City’s minimal
landscape and buffer ordinance requirements.
2. A land use buffer six (6) percent of the average width/depth of the lot
will be required when an adjacent property has a dissimilar use of a
more restrictive nature. A minimum of seventy (70) percent of the land
use buffer shall be undisturbed. Easements cannot count toward
fulfilling this requirement. The properties to the north and east are
zoned R-2.
A as a component of all land use buffer requirements, opaque
screening, whether a fence or other device, six (6) feet in height shall
be required upon the property line side of the buffer. In addition to the
required screening, buffers are to be landscaped at the rate of one
(1) tree and three (3) shrubs for every thirty (30) linear feet.
3. Street buffers will be required at six (6) percent of the average depth of
the lot. Requirements for landscaping in land use buffers shall be the
same as perimeter landscaping at the rate of one (1) tree and three
(3) shrubs for every thirty (30) linear feet.
4. Eight percent (8%) of the vehicular use area must be designated for
green space; this green space needs to be evenly distributed
throughout the parking area(s). The minimum size of an interior
landscape area shall be one hundred fifty (150) square feet for
developments with one hundred fifty (150) or fewer parking spaces.
Interior islands must be a minimum of seven and one half (7 1/2) feet
in width. Trees shall be included in the interior landscape areas at the
rate of one (1) tree for every twelve (12) parking spaces.
5. An irrigation system shall be required for developments of one (1) acre
or larger.
6. The development of two (2) acres or more requires the landscape plan
to be stamped with the seal of a Registered Landscape Architect.
7. The City Beautiful Commission recommends preserving as many
existing trees as feasible on this site. Credit toward fulfilling Landscape
Ordinance requirements can be given when preserving trees of six (6)
inch caliper or larger.
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5. PUBLIC WORKS:
1. Vimy Ridge Road is classified on the Master Street Plan as a minor
arterial. A dedication of right-of-way 45 feet from centerline will be
required.
2. With site development, provide design of street conforming to the
Master Street Plan. Construct one-half street improvement to Vimy
Ridge Road including 5-foot sidewalks with planned development.
The new back of curb should be placed 29.5 ft. from the existing
centerline. Per Sec. 30-281, on arterial streets the adjacent
developer is responsible for constructing the initial 15 ft. of the span
length of the box culvert for the widened street section. The existing
curb to the south should be relocated to tie into the proposed curb
adjacent to the subject property.
3. All driveways shall be concrete aprons per City Ordinance.
4. A grading permit in accordance with section 29-186 (c) & (d) will be
required prior to any land clearing or grading activities at the site.
Other than residential subdivisions, site grading and drainage plans
must be submitted and approved prior to the start of construction.
5. Retaining walls designed to exceed 15 ft. in height are required to
seek a variance for construction. Provide proposed wall elevations.
The plans show a maximum wall height of 16 ft. Provide grading and
drainage plan showing proposed contours on site including on both
the east and west and north and south sides of the stream.
6. Access to detention ponds must be provided to the public right-of-
way and/or access easement for future maintenance by the
developer and/or local property owners’ association.
7. If disturbed area is 1 or more acres, obtain a NPDES storm water
permit from the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality prior
to the start of construction.
8. Street Improvement plans shall include signage and striping. Public
Works must approve completed plans prior to construction.
9. Street lights are required by Section 31-403 of the LR code. Provide
plans for approval to Traffic Engineering. Street lights must be
installed prior to platting/certificate of occupancy. Contact Traffic
Engineer 379-1813 (Greg Simmons) for more info.
10. Obtain permits prior to doing any street cuts or curb cuts. Obtain
barricade permit prior to doing any work in the right-of-way. Contact
Traffic Engineering at (501) 379-1805 (Travis Herbner) for more
information.
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11. Hauling of fill material on or off site over municipal streets and roads
requires approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact
Public Works Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway, (501)379-1805
(Travis Herbner) for more information.
12. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or
operation of construction related equipment from a nearby
construction site shall be repaired by the responsible party prior to
issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
13. A minimum undisturbed strip 25 ft. wide except for reasonable
access shall be provided along each side of streams having a 10 yr.
storm >150 cfs. The undisturbed strip should be measured from the
top of the bank. Provide the estimated stream flow and show buffer
on plan.
14. Alteration of the water course will require approval from the Little
Rock District of the US Army Corps of Engineers prior to start of
work.
15. Driveway locations and widths do not meet the traffic access and
circulation requirements of Sections 30-43 and 31-210. Driveway
spacing from the side property line on a minor arterial street is 150 ft.
A variance should be requested for the proposed location. The width
of driveway must not exceed 36 feet.
6. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/BUILDING CODES:
Little Rock Reclamation Authority: Sewer main extension required with
easements if new sewer service is required for this project. FOG analysis
required if foodservice on site.
Entergy:
Entergy does not object to this proposal. There does not appear to be any
conflicts with existing electrical utilities at this location. Three phase lines
are located along the west side of Vimy Ridge Road. Contact Entergy in
advance to discuss electrical service requirements, or adjustments to
existing facilities (if any) as this project proceeds.
Centerpoint Energy: No comment received.
AT&T: No comment received.
September 12, 2019
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Central Arkansas Water:
All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request
for water service must be met.
The Little Rock Fire Department needs to evaluate this site to determine
whether additional public and/or private fire hydrant(s) will be required. If
additional fire hydrant(s) are required, they will be installed at the
Developer's expense.
Please submit plans for water facilities and/or fire protection system to
Central Arkansas Water for review. Plan revisions may be required after
additional review. Contact Central Arkansas Water regarding procedures
for installation of water facilities and/or fire service. Approval of plans by
the Arkansas Department of Health Engineering Division and Little Rock
Fire Department is required.
Due to the nature of this facility, installation of an approved reduced
pressure zone backflow preventer assembly (RPZ) is required on the
domestic water service. This assembly must be installed prior to the first
point of use. Central Arkansas Water (CAW) requires that upon installation
of the RPZA, successful tests of the assembly must be completed by a
Certified Assembly Tester licensed by the State of Arkansas and approved
by CAW. The test results must be sent to CAW's Cross Connection
Section within ten days of installation and annually thereafter. Contact the
Cross Connection Section at 377-1226 if you would like to discuss
backflow prevention requirements for this project.
Fire Department:
Maintain Access:
Fire Hydrants.
Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per
Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section
D103.1 Access road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is
located on a fire apparatus access road, the minimum road width shall be
26 feet, exclusive of shoulders.
Grade
Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire
apparatus access roads shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as
approved by the fire chief.
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Loading
Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2012
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and
loading. Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed
shall be accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved
fire apparatus access road with an asphalt, concrete or other approved
driving surface capable of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus
weighing at least 75,000 pounds.
Fire Hydrants
Locate Fire Hydrants as per Appendix C of the 2012 Arkansas Fire
Prevention Code. Section C101 – C105, in conjunction with Central
Arkansas Water (Daniel Tull 501-377-1245) and the Little Rock Fire
Marshal’s Office (Capt. Tony Rhodes 501-918-3757 or Capt. John Hogue
501-918-3754). Number and Distribution of Fire Hydrants as per Table
C105.1.
Building Codes: No comments.
7. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
County Planning: No comments received.
Rock Region METRO: No comments.
Planning Division: No comments.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (August 21, 2019)
The applicant was present. Staff presented the item and noted additional
information was needed. Staff asked the applicant to provide the building height,
a signage plan, days and hours of operation and a lighting plan. The applicant
was advised to provide the dumpster screening materials and to limit dumpster
service hours to 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Staff asked the
applicant to provide typical dimensions of the parking spaces and driveways and
to locate and describe any proposed fencing. Staff stated the roof-mounted
HVAC is to be screened from the public right-of-way and abutting residential
properties. Staff noted the applicant was proposing to raise the height of the
building site by as much as 16 feet. Staff asked the applicant to provide a
plan for screening and buffering the site at the top of and the base of the
retaining wall.
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Public Works comments were presented and discussed. Staff requested the
applicant provide proposed wall elevations and request a variance to have a
retaining wall exceeding 15 feet in height. Staff requested a grading and
drainage plan and noted perpetual access must be provided to the detention
pond. Staff noted their support for a variance to allow the proposed driveway
location and width.
Landscape comments were presented. The comments from the other
departments and reviewing agencies were noted.
The applicant was advised to provide responses to staff issues by August 28,
2019. The committee forwarded the item to the fill commission.
STAFF ANALYSIS:
The applicant submitted responses to the issues raised at subdivision committee.
The building height will be 18 feet. The front of the building will have a finish of
CMU block and colored metal. The rear and sides of the building will have a
finish of colored metal. There will be no openings on the rear of the building.
Single doors will be located on the north and south sides of the building (not for
general access). Signage will consist of a single wall sign on the front façade of
the building and a single ground-mounted sign. The proposed ground sign is
22 feet in height and 96 square feet in area; less than the allowable height and
area typically allowed in commercial zones. Days and hours of operation are
proposed as 7:00 am to 11:00 pm, 7 days a week. All site lighting will be low-
level and directional, shielded downward and into the site. The dumpster area will
be enclosed with a wood privacy fence and gate. The height of the screening
fence and gate must be at least two feet taller than the height of the dumpster(s)
being enclosed. Dumpster service hours will be limited to 7:00 am – 6:00 pm,
Monday – Friday. The applicant submitted plans showing the roof-mounted
HVAC to be screened from the public right-of-way and abutting residential
properties.
The site plan indicates buffers to comply with code standards.
A grading plan has been submitted. Based on the plan, the height of the
proposed retaining wall is now closer to 9 feet; within the allowable height without
need for a variance. Required half-street improvements to Vimy Ridge Road
will be constructed. The driveway width is 36 feet, as allowed. A variance is
requested to allow for the location of the driveway which is closer to the side
property line than typically allowed. Staff supports that variance. The required
25 foot wide strip along the side of the drainage/stream has been shown on
the plan.
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The applicant has submitted a plan showing the installation of landscaping
materials on the inside edge of the 25 foot buffer along the east perimeter of the
site and along the north perimeter. A six foot tall privacy fence is also indicated
along those areas. The pad site for the building and parking is being raised some
9 feet above the eastern perimeter of the site and the residential homes to the
east. While the landscaping and fencing will provide good screening of the base
of the site, staff believes attention should be given to screening the pad site. The
rear of the building itself provides good screening for a portion of the site. Staff
believes screening in the form of dense evergreen plantings or an additional
screening fence should be installed on the eastern perimeter of the parking
lot/dumpster area on the north side of the building, at the parking lot/dumpster
level. This will help provide additional screening for the homes to the east.
Otherwise, to staff’s knowledge, there are no outstanding issues. Staff believes
the proposed use is an appropriate use which will serve the residents of the
immediate community.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested CUP subject to compliance with the
comments and conditions outlined in Sections 4, 5 and 6 and the staff analysis in
this agenda staff report.
Staff recommends approval of the requested driveway spacing variance.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (SEPTEMBER 12, 2019)
The applicant was present. There was one registered objector present. The
chairman noted there were only seven commissioners present and offered
the opportunity to defer. The applicant stated he wished to proceed. Staff
presented the item and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the “staff
recommendation” above.
The applicant described the proposed new development. He stated screening
would be installed along the edge of the parking lot (as noted in the staff
analysis).
Troy Laha, of SWLRUP, spoke of problems with street improvements. He stated
a drainage structure adjacent to the site was not being widened, leaving it to the
public to fund. Staff responded that the box culvert on the south side of the site
was being extended to the back of the new sidewalk and there was no record of
this box culvert being over-topped.
September 12, 2019
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There was no further discussion. A motion was made and seconded to approve
the item, including all staff comments and conditions. The motion was approved
by a vote of 7 ayes, 0 noes, 3 absent and 1 open position.
September 12, 2019
ITEM NO.: 4 FILE NO.: Z-9257-A
NAME: Village at the Gateway Solar Farm– Conditional Use
Permit
LOCATION: West of Vimy Ridge Road, north of Pleasant Hill Road
OWNER/APPLICANT: Moore Broadway, LLC/owner; McGetrick &
McGetrick/authorized agent
PROPOSAL: A conditional use permit is requested to allow for
development of a solar farm on this undeveloped,
10 acre, R-2 zoned tract. The facility is proposed to
support the existing and future development of
Village at the Gateway.
1. SITE LOCATION:
The site is located west of Vimy Ridge Road, southwest of the now-
developing Village at the Gateway residential community and west of the
planned Big Rock Plaza mixed use development.
2. COMPATIBILITY WITH NEIGHBORHOOD:
The proposed solar field will be adjacent to the residential and mixed use
developments being constructed by this developer. Undeveloped, wooded
tracts extend north, west and south of this tract. Once constructed, the
solar field is virtually a zero-traffic generator and will create no noise, light
or odor. Some screening should be installed on the perimeters of the site
to soften the appearance of the solar field from adjacent properties.
Notice of the public hearing was sent to all owners of properties located
within 200 feet of the site and the SWLRUP, Alexander Road and Quail
Run Neighborhood Associations.
3. ON SITE DRIVES AND PARKING:
Access to the site will be via a driveway out of The Village at the Gateway
development. No access is proposed from Pleasant Hill Road. No parking
area is proposed other than graveled drives within the solar field for use by
technicians visiting the site as needed.
September 12, 2019
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4. SCREENING AND BUFFERS:
1. Any new site development must comply with the City’s minimal
landscape and buffer ordinance requirements.
2. The City Beautiful Commission recommends preserving as many
existing trees as feasible on this site. Credit toward fulfilling
Landscape Ordinance requirements can be given when preserving
trees of six (6) inch caliper or larger.
5. PUBLIC WORKS:
1. With site development, provide design of streets conforming to the
Master Street Plan. Construct one-half street improvement to Vimy
Ridge Road along with full improvements to Village Run Parkway, and
Quartz Rock Drive including 5-foot sidewalks with planned
development prior to the issuance of the certificate of occupancy.
2. Right-of-way should be dedicated adjacent to the subject property as
shown on the previously approved PCD plan.
3. A grading permit in accordance with section 29-186 (c) & (d) will be
required prior to any land clearing or grading activities at the site.
Other than residential subdivisions, site grading and drainage plans
must be submitted and approved prior to the start of construction.
4. Provide a Sketch Grading and Drainage Plan per Sec. 29-186 (e).
5. Storm water detention ordinance applies to this property. Show the
proposed location for stormwater detention facilities on the plan.
Maintenance of the detention pond and all private drainage
improvements is the responsibility of the developer and/or property
owner association. A detention facility was shown on the approved
PCD to be on another lot. Confirm the detention facility will be
provided as shown on approved PCD plan.
6. If disturbed area is 1 or more acres, obtain a NPDES storm water
permit from the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality prior to
the start of construction.
7. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or
operation of construction related equipment from a nearby construction
site shall be repaired by the responsible party prior to issuance of a
certificate of occupancy.
8. It was determined during the review of the previously approved PCD
application that Pleasant Hill Road has never been dedicated as a
public right-of-way. Pleasant Hill Road is also not mentioned on the
General Map Pulaski County Arkansas, showing Official Road Plan
September 12, 2019
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December, 1969 also known as the the Mackey Order recorded on
June 26, 1970 and recorded in Book 1111, Page 583.
6. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/BUILDING CODES:
Little Rock Reclamation Authority: Sewer main extension required with
easements if new sewer service is required for this project.
Entergy:
Solar farms that connect to the Entergy system must follow the policies
set forth by the Public Service Commission and Entergy. The
customer should be in contact with Entergy via the email of:
cir-arkansas@entergy.com. Connected locations and loads must be
approved by Entergy. Contact Entergy in advance to discuss electrical
service requirements, or adjustments to existing facilities (if any) as this
project proceeds.
Centerpoint Energy: No comment received.
AT&T: No comment received.
Central Arkansas Water:
All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request
for water service must be met.
The Little Rock Fire Department needs to evaluate this site to determine
whether additional public and/or private fire hydrant(s) will be required. If
additional fire hydrant(s) are required, they will be installed at the
Developer's expense.
Please submit plans for water facilities and/or fire protection system to
Central Arkansas Water for review. Plan revisions may be required after
additional review. Contact Central Arkansas Water regarding procedures
for installation of water facilities and/or fire service. Approval of plans by
the Arkansas Department of Health Engineering Division and Little Rock
Fire Department is required.
Fire Department: No comments.
Building Codes: No comments.
September 12, 2019
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7. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
County Planning: No comments received.
Rock Region METRO: No comments.
Planning Division: No comments.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (August 21, 2019)
The applicant was present. Staff presented the item and noted some additional
information was needed on the design of the solar array. Staff requested details
on proposed fencing and site lighting. Staff asked if the solar array would
produce glare that will impact nearby residents and property owners. Staff
requested a description of screening of the south perimeter of the site.
Public Works comments were presented and discussed.
Landscape comments and comments from the other departments and reviewing
agencies were noted.
The applicant was advised to respond to staff issues by August 28, 2019. The
committee forwarded the item to the full commission.
STAFF ANALYSIS:
The applicant submitted responses to the issues raised at subdivision committee.
The height of the individual solar units will be in the range of 5-7 feet. The units
will be aligned primarily facing south. Underground transmission lines will be
installed. The only other infrastructure will be a small transformer unit. The site
will be enclosed with an 8 foot tall chain link fence with one gate. There is a
possibility that security wire will be installed at the top of the fence but that has
not been decided as yet. Site lighting will be low level and installed adjacent to
the fence. Lighting will be directed inward, shielding it from adjacent properties.
The applicant states the solar field will not produce a glare. The applicant intends
to leave a 50 foot wide buffer along the south property line. Cedar trees will be
planted for screening.
A sketch grading plan was submitted and accepted by staff. The solar field will
actually be located 5-10 feet below the elevation of Pleasant Hill Road. Screening
plants will be placed at the Pleasant Hill Road elevation, further screening the site.
The applicant states they will comply with Public Works comments.
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To staff’s knowledge there are no outstanding issues. Staff is supportive of the
proposal.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested conditional use permit subject to
compliance with the comments and conditions outlined in Sections 4, 5 and 6
and the Staff Analysis in this agenda staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (SEPTEMBER 12, 2019)
The applicant was present. There were no objectors present. Staff presented the
item and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the “staff recommendation”
above. There was no further discussion. The item was placed on the consent
agenda for approval, including all staff comments and conditions. The vote was
6 ayes, 0 noes, 4 absent and 1 open position.
September 12, 2019
ITEM NO.: 5 FILE NO.: Z-9277-A
NAME: 1224 Aldersgate Multifamily Revised – Conditional
Use Permit
LOCATION: 1224 Aldersgate Road
OWNER/APPLICANT: 1224 Aldersgate, LLC/owner; A. J. Gilbert/authorized
agent
PROPOSAL: A revision to a previously approved conditional use
permit is requested to allow for construction of a
four-story, 16-unit, multifamily building and associated
parking on this 0.8 acre, O-3 zoned tract. The
December 13, 2017 conditional use approval was for
a two-story, 16-unit building.
1. SITE LOCATION:
The site is located on the west side of Aldersgate Road, one lot south of
Kanis Road.
2. COMPATIBILITY WITH NEIGHBORHOOD:
The property is located on the western edge of a medical office park. East
of Aldersgate Road, south of Kanis Road, the area is developing as a
smaller medical office park. It currently contains several medical offices
and clinics. The site is located on a fairly narrow strip between Aldersgate
Road and I-430. An office use is located to the north. A new multifamily
development is nearing completion immediately adjacent to the south.
Farther south, additional office uses are located on the west side of
Aldersgate. The proposed 16-unit multifamily development on the fringe of
an office park appears to staff to be an appropriate use. The proposed
four-story building should not have an impact on nearby properties.
Notice of the public hearing was sent to all owners of properties located
within 200 feet of the site and the John Barrow, Twin Lakes and Twin
Lakes “B” Neighborhood Associations.
3. ON SITE DRIVES AND PARKING:
The 16-unit apartment development requires 24 parking spaces. The
applicant is proposing a single driveway off if Aldersgate, with 31 parking
spaces. All parking will be paved and landscaped to comply with code
standards.
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4. SCREENING AND BUFFERS:
1. Any new site development must comply with the City’s minimal
landscape and buffer ordinance requirements.
2. A land use buffer six (6) percent of the average width/depth of the lot
will be required when an adjacent property has a dissimilar use of a
more restrictive nature. A minimum of seventy (70) percent of the land
use buffer shall be undisturbed. Easements cannot count toward
fulfilling this requirement. The property to the south is zoned PD-R
A as a component of all land use buffer requirements, opaque
screening, whether a fence or other device, six (6) feet in height shall
be required upon the property line side of the buffer. In addition to the
required screening, buffers are to be landscaped at the rate of one
(1) tree and three (3) shrubs for every thirty (30) linear feet.
3. Street buffers will be required at six (6) percent of the average depth of
the lot. Requirements for landscaping in land use buffers shall be the
same as perimeter landscaping at the rate of one (1) tree and three
(3) shrubs for every thirty (30) linear feet.
The depth of the lot is approximately 185 feet. An eleven (11) foot
street buffer will be required.
4. Eight percent (8%) of the vehicular use area must be designated for
green space; this green space needs to be evenly distributed
throughout the parking area(s). The
5. Minimum size of an interior landscape area shall be one hundred fifty
(150) square feet for developments with one hundred fifty (150) or
fewer parking spaces. Interior islands must be a minimum of seven
and one half (7 1/2) feet in width. Trees shall be included in the interior
landscape areas at the rate of one (1) tree for every twelve (12)
parking spaces.
6. An irrigation system shall be required for developments of one (1) acre
or larger. For developments of less than one (1) acre a there shall be a
water source within seventy-five (75) feet of all plant material if an
automatic irrigation system is not provided.
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7. The City Beautiful Commission recommends preserving as many
existing trees as feasible on this site. Credit toward fulfilling
Landscape Ordinance requirements can be given when preserving
trees of six (6) inch caliper or larger.
5. PUBLIC WORKS:
1. Aldersgate Road is classified on the Master Street Plan as a collector
street. A dedication of right-of-way 30 feet from centerline will be
required.
2. With site development, provide design of street conforming to the
Master Street Plan. Construct one-half street improvement to
Aldersgate Road including 5-foot sidewalks with planned
development. The new back of curb should be aligned to maintain
the same width as the existing.
3. A grading permit in accordance with section 29-186 (c) & (d) will be
required prior to any land clearing or grading activities at the site.
Other than residential subdivisions, site grading and drainage plans
must be submitted and approved prior to the start of construction.
4. Provide a Sketch Grading and Drainage Plan per Sec. 29-186 (e).
5. Hauling of fill material on or off site over municipal streets and
roads requires approval prior to a grading permit being issued.
Contact Public Works Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway,
(501) 379-1805 (Travis Herbner) for more information.
6. Driveway locations and widths do not meet the traffic access and
circulation requirements of Sections 30-43 and 31-210. Driveway
spacing on collector streets is 250 ft. from intersections and other
driveways and 125 ft. from side property lines. The subject property
and the property to the south has the same owner and will function
as 1 complex with a connecting driveway between the two (2). City
code does not allow 3 driveways on a collector street with 650 ft. of
total frontage. The proposed driveway will be about 50 ft. from the
existing south driveway. A variance must be requested for the
driveway location due to the existing south driveway location.
7. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or
operation of construction related equipment from a nearby
construction site shall be repaired by the responsible party prior to
issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
8. Prior to construction of retaining walls, an engineer's certification of
design and plans must be submitted to Public Works for approval.
After construction, an as-built certification is required for construction
of the retaining wall.
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9. The owner and/or manager of each multi-family residence of 100 or
more dwelling units shall provide recycling and encourage
participation by the tenants, renters, or owners of each unit. Contact
Melinda Glasgow at 371-4646 for more information.
10. If fencing and gates are proposed they should be shown on plan.
6. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/BUILDING CODES:
Little Rock Reclamation Authority: Sewer Available to this site. Capacity
Fee Analysis required.
Entergy:
Entergy does not object to this proposal. There does not appear to be any
conflicts with existing electrical utilities at this location. Three phase lines
are located along the east side of Aldersgate Road. Contact Entergy in
advance to discuss electrical service requirements, or adjustments to
existing facilities (if any) as this project proceeds.
Centerpoint Energy: No comments received.
AT&T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water:
All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request
for water service must be met.
A Capital Investment Charge based on the size of meter connection(s) will
apply to this project in addition to normal charges.
The Little Rock Fire Department needs to evaluate this site to determine
whether additional public and/or private fire hydrant(s) will be required. If
additional fire hydrant(s) are required, they will be installed at the
Developer's expense.
Please submit plans for water facilities and/or fire protection system to
Central Arkansas Water for review. Plan revisions may be required after
additional review. Contact Central Arkansas Water regarding procedures
for installation of water facilities and/or fire service.
Approval of plans by the Arkansas Department of Health Engineering
Division and Little Rock Fire Department is required.
September 12, 2019
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Fire Department:
Maintain Access:
Fire Hydrants.
Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per
Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section
D103.1 Access road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is
located on a fire apparatus access road, the minimum road width shall be
26 feet, exclusive of shoulders.
Grade
Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire
apparatus access roads shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as
approved by the fire chief.
Loading
Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2012
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and
loading. Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed
shall be accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved
fire apparatus access road with an asphalt, concrete or other approved
driving surface capable of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus
weighing at least 75,000 pounds.
Commercial and Industrial Developments – 2 means of access. -
Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1
Section D104.1 Buildings exceeding three stories or 30 feet in height.
Building or facilities exceeding 30 feet or three stories in height shall have
at least two means of fire apparatus access for each structure.
Section D104.2 Building exceeding 62,000 square feet in area.
Buildings or facilities having a gross building area of more than 62,000
square feet shall be provide with two separate and approved fire
apparatus access roads.
Exception: Projects having a gross building area of up to 124,000
square feet that have a single approved fire apparatus access road
when all building are equipped throughout with approved automatic
sprinkler systems.
D104.3 Remoteness. Where two fire apparatus access roads are
required, they shall be placed a distance apart equal to not less than one
half of the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the lot or
area to be served, measured in a straight line between accesses.
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30’ Tall Buildings - Maintain aerial fire apparatus access roads as per
Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1
Section D105.1 – D105.4
D105.1 Where Required. Where the vertical distance between the
grade plane and the highest roof surface exceed 30’, approved aerial fire
apparatus access roads shall be provided. For the purposes of this section
the highest roof surfaces shall be determined by measurement to the eave
of a pitched roof, the intersection of a roof to the exterior wall, or the top of
the parapet walls, whichever is greater.
D105.2 Width. Aerial fire apparatus access roads shall have a
minimum unobstructed with of 26’, exclusive of shoulders, in the
immediate vicinity of the building or portion thereof.
D105.3 Proximity to building. At least one of the required access
routes meeting this condition shall be located within a minimum of 15 feet
and a maximum of 30 feet from the building, and shall be positioned
parallel to one entire side of the building. The side of the building on which
the aerial fire apparatus access road is positioned shall be approved by
the fire code official.
D105.4 Obstructions. Overhead utility and power lines shall not be
located over the aerial fire apparatus access road or between the aerial
fire apparatus road and the building. Other obstructions shall be permitted
to be places with the approval of the fire code official.
Dead Ends.
Maintain fire apparatus access roads at dead end locations as per
Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1
Section D103.4 Dead Ends. Dead-end fire apparatus access roads in
excess of 150 feet shall be provided with width and turnaround provisions
in accordance with Table D103.4. Requirements for Dead-end fire
apparatus access roads.
Gates
Maintain fire apparatus access road gates as per Appendix D of the
2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.5 Fire
apparatus access road gates. Gates securing the fire apparatus
access roads shall comply with all of the following criteria:
1. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
2. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
3. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation
by one person.
4. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all
times and replaces or repaired when defective.
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5. Electric gates shall be equipped with a means of opening the gate by
fire department personnel for emergency access. Emergency opening
devices shall be approved by the fire code official.
6. Manual opening gates shall not be locked with a padlock or chain and
padlock unless they are capable of being opened by means of forcible
entry tools or when a key box containing the keys to the lock is
installed at the gate location.
7. Locking device specifications shall be submitted for approval by the fire
code official.
8. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance
with UL 325.
9. Gates, intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed
and installed to comply with requirements of ASTM F 2200.
Fire Hydrants
Locate Fire Hydrants as per Appendix C of the 2012 Arkansas Fire
Prevention Code. Section C101 – C105, in conjunction with Central
Arkansas Water (Daniel Tull 501-377-1245) and the Little Rock Fire
Marshal’s Office (Capt. Tony Rhodes 501-918-3757 or Capt. John Hogue
501-918-3754). Number and Distribution of Fire Hydrants as per Table
C105.1.
Building Codes: No comments.
7. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
County Planning: No comments received.
Rock Region METRO:
This property is close to our stops on Kanis Rd (route 3).
We recommend including a sidewalk along the front of this property in the
plan. We also recommend a sidewalk connecting the front of the property
to the buildings.
Planning Division: No comments.
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SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (August 21, 2019)
Architect Bill Wiedower was present representing the applicant. Staff presented
the item and noted some additional information was needed. The applicant was
asked to provide building dimensions and to label building setbacks on the site
plan. Staff requested a signage plan and a fencing plan. The applicant was
advised to provide the dimensions of typical parking spaces and HC spaces.
Staff requested the appellant locate mechanical equipment and screening on
the plan.
Public Works Comments were presented and discussed. There was a discussion
of the driveways on this site and on the applicant’s multifamily development
being constructed adjacent to the south and how the driveways would work
together to address staff and Fire Department concerns.
Landscape comments were discussed. It was noted the plan indicated some
areas where proposed landscaping did not completely meet code standards.
Fire Department comments were discussed. Mr. Wiedower stated he may have
to request a deferral to address some of the issues, but he would let staff know.
Comments from the other departments and reviewing agencies were noted.
The applicant was advised to respond to staff issues by August 28, 2019. The
committee forwarded the item to the full commission.
STAFF ANALYSIS:
The applicant is requesting approval of a revision to a previously-approved CUP
for a 16-unit apartment building. The prior approval was for a two-story building.
The current proposal is for a four-story building. By consolidating the building
footprint, additional area for parking is created. The number of units remains the
same. The applicant proposed 8 one bedroom units and 8 two bedroom units.
The applicant submitted responses to issues raised at subdivision committee.
The driveway has been relocated to the middle of the site, providing better
separation. A connecting driveway ties this site to the apartment development
adjacent to the south. Prior to issuance of a building permit, proof of a recorded
cross-access easement between the two properties must be provided to staff.
Signage will consist of a single, 4’ x 8’, monument style ground mounted sign.
Site lighting will consist of wall pack lighting on three sides of the building.
Parking stalls and driveways have been dimensioned and comply with code
standards. The proposed building is 48 feet tall, slightly taller than the base-
allowable height of 45 feet in the O-3 district. However, an additional foot of
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height may be added for each additional foot of building setback beyond the
minimums of the zoning district up to a maximum of 60 feet. This proposed
building is located well beyond the minimum building setbacks, allowing the
proposed 48 feet building height by-right.
The HVAC equipment is indicated behind the building. A portion of the HVAC
equipment and a small portion of the southern parking lot extend into the
required 30 feet interstate buffer. The buffer is required by both the zoning
ordinance and the landscape ordinance. The minor encroachment is similar to
that approved for the project to the south. Staff is supportive of a variance to
allow those encroachments. Approval will also be required from the City Beautiful
Commission. A six foot tall wood privacy fence is proposed along the western
property line, adjacent to the interstate. The fence will match the fence to the rear
of the development to the south.
To staff’s knowledge, there are no outstanding issues.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the revised CUP subject to compliance with the
comments and conditions outlined in Sections 4, 5 and 6 and the staff analysis in
this agenda staff report.
Staff recommends approval of the variance to allow a slight encroachment into
the 30 foot interstate buffer. A variance will also be required from the City
Beautiful Commission.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (SEPTEMBER 12, 2019)
The applicant was present. There were no objectors present. Staff presented the
item and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the “staff recommendation”
above. There was no further discussion. The item was placed on the consent
agenda for approval, including all staff comments and conditions. The vote was
6 ayes, 0 noes, 4 absent and 1 open position.
September 12, 2019
ITEM NO.: 6 FILE NO.: Z-9446
NAME: Lambert Duplex – Conditional Use Permit
LOCATION: 4121/4123 “B” Street
OWNER/APPLICANT: Ronnie C. and Pamela B. Lambert
PROPOSAL: A conditional use permit is requested to allow a
duplex as a continued use of the R-3 zoned property
located at 4121/4123 “B” Street.
1. SITE LOCATION:
The property is located on the south side of “B” Street, between N. Rose
and N. Elm Streets.
2. COMPATIBILITY WITH NEIGHBORHOOD:
The property is located in an area of mixed residential zoning. The base
zoning in this general residential area is R-3. There are a number of lots
which are zoned R-4, R-5 and PD-R. There are several duplex structures
in this immediate and general area. The proposed continuation of the
existing duplex use should be compatible with the area.
All owners of property located within 200 feet of the site and the Hillcrest
Residents Association were notified of the public hearing.
3. ON SITE DRIVES AND PARKING:
An alley right-of-way is located along the rear (south) property line. There
are two (2) parking spaces in the rear yard area, accessed from the alley.
Parking is allowed on the south side of “B” Street. Therefore, there are two
(2) parking spaces in front of this lot. Section 36-502 (b) (1) c. of the City’s
Zoning Ordinance requires at least three (3) on-site parking spaces for a
duplex use. The applicant is requesting a variance to allow one (1) fewer
on-site parking space. The existing parking will be adequate for the
continued duplex use of the property.
4. SCREENING AND BUFFERS:
No comments.
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5. PUBLIC WORKS:
1. B St. is classified on the Master Street Plan as a residential street.
A dedication of right-of-way 25 feet from centerline will be required.
6. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/BUILDING CODES:
Little Rock Reclamation Authority:
Sewer Available to this site. No new structures allowed over existing
sewer main. Retain existing sewer easements, if any.
Entergy:
Entergy does not object to this proposal. There does not appear to be any
conflicts with existing electrical utilities at this location. Contact Entergy in
advance to discuss electrical service requirements, or adjustments to
existing facilities (if any) as this project proceeds.
Centerpoint Energy: No comments received.
AT&T: No comment received.
Central Arkansas Water:
NO OBJECTIONS; All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at
the time of request for water service must be met.
Fire Department: No comments.
Building Codes: No comments.
7. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
County Planning: No comments received.
Rock Region METRO: No comments received.
Planning Division: No comments.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (AUGUST 21, 2019)
Ronnie and Pamela Lambert were present, representing the application. Staff
presented the application. It was noted that two (2) parking spaces existed in the
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rear yard area, accessed from the alley right-of-way along the south (rear)
property. It was also noted that on-street parking along the south side of “B”
Street was allowed and that there were two (2) on-street parking spaces in front
of the duplex structure. The applicants requested a variance to allow one (1)
less on-site parking space than required by ordinance. The right-of-way
dedication requirement was briefly discussed. After the discussion, the
committee forwarded the application to the full Commission for resolution.
STAFF ANALYSIS:
The R-3 zoned property at 4121/4123 “B” Street is occupied by a one-story brick
and frame duplex structure. The property is located on the south side of “B” Street,
between N. Rose and N. Elm Streets. The duplex structure was constructed in
1960 and has been used as a duplex since that time. The current R-3 zoning
does not allow a duplex use by right. Therefore, the current duplex use is
nonconforming. The applicant is requesting approval of a conditional use permit
to recognize and legitimize the use of the property for a duplex. No changes are
proposed for the property. The duplex use will continue to operate as it has for
almost 60 years.
There is an alley right-of-way along the rear (south) property line. Two (2) parking
spaces exist in the rear yard area. There are also two (2) on-street parking spaces
along the south side of “B” Street in front of the duplex structure. Staff believes the
existing on-site and on-street parking will continue to be adequate to serve the
duplex use.
To staff’s knowledge, there are no outstanding issues. The applicant is proposing
to continue the duplex use which has existed on the site since 1960. The existing
use is compatible with uses and zoning in the area. There are a number of duplex
structures and R-4 zoned lots throughout this neighborhood. Staff believes the
continued use of the property for a duplex will have no adverse impact on the
adjacent properties or the general area.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested CUP and parking variance subject
to compliance with the comments and conditions outlined in Sections 5 and 6 of
the agenda staff report.
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PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (SEPTEMBER 12, 2019)
The applicant was present. There were no objectors present. Staff presented the
item and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the “staff recommendation”
above. There was no further discussion. The item was placed on the consent
agenda for approval, including all staff comments and conditions. The vote was
6 ayes, 0 noes, 4 absent and 1 open position.
September 12, 2019
ITEM NO.: 7 FILE NO.: Z-9451
NAME: Brewster Multisectional Manufactured Home –
Conditional Use Permit
LOCATION: North side of Woodrow Street, between Franklin and
Riffel Streets (College Station)
OWNER/APPLICANT: Tiffani Brewster
PROPOSAL: A conditional use permit is requested to allow
placement of a multisectional manufactured home on
the R-3 zoned property located on the north side of
Woodrow Street, between Franklin and Riffel Streets.
1. SITE LOCATION:
The property is located on the north side of Woodrow Street within the
4100 block, between Franklin and Riffel Streets. The property is located
within the College Station neighborhood.
2. COMPATIBILITY WITH NEIGHBORHOOD:
The property is located in a residential neighborhood containing a variety of
housing styles and types; including single-wide and multisectional mobile
homes and manufactured homes. With compliance with the siting criteria
established in the code, the proposed new home should be compatible with
the neighborhood.
Notice of the public hearing was sent to all owners of properties located
within 200 feet of the site and the College Station Progressive League.
3. ON SITE DRIVES AND PARKING:
The applicant is proposing a gravel driveway from Woodrow Street at the
southeast corner of the lot. The gravel area will extend along the east side
of the proposed manufactured home. The gravel driveway and parking
area must be hard packed and bordered with permanent materials such as
landscape timbers or metal edging. A concrete driveway apron from
Woodrow Street is required.
4. SCREENING AND BUFFERS:
No comments.
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5. PUBLIC WORKS:
1. Woodrow St. is classified on the Master Street Plan as a minor
residential street. A dedication of right-of-way 22.5 feet from centerline
will be required.
2. All driveways shall be constructed with a concrete aprons to the edge
of pavement per City.
6. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/BUILDING CODES:
Little Rock Reclamation Authority: Sewer Available to this site.
Entergy:
Entergy does not object to this proposal. There does not appear to be any
conflicts with existing electrical utilities at this location. Lines are located
along Riffel and Franklin. Contact Entergy in advance to discuss electrical
service requirements, or adjustments to existing facilities (if any) as this
project proceeds.
Centerpoint Energy: No comment received.
AT&T: No comment received.
Central Arkansas Water:
All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request
for water service must be met.
A Capital Investment Charge based on the size of meter connection(s) will
apply to this project in addition to normal charges.
Fire Department:
Maintain Access:
Fire Hydrants.
Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per
Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section
D103.1 Access road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is
located on a fire apparatus access road, the minimum road width shall be
26 feet, exclusive of shoulders.
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Grade
Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire
apparatus access roads shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as
approved by the fire chief.
Loading
Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2012
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and
loading. Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed
shall be accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved
fire apparatus access road with an asphalt, concrete or other approved
driving surface capable of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus
weighing at least 75,000 pounds.
Fire Hydrants
Locate Fire Hydrants as per Appendix C of the 2012 Arkansas Fire
Prevention Code. Section C101 – C105, in conjunction with Central
Arkansas Water (Daniel Tull 501-377-1245) and the Little Rock Fire
Marshal’s Office (Capt. Tony Rhodes 501-918-3757 or Capt. John Hogue
501-918-3754). Number and Distribution of Fire Hydrants as per Table
C105.1.
Building Codes: No comments.
7. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
County Planning: No comments received.
Rock Region METRO: No comments received.
Planning Division: No comments.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (AUGUST 21, 2019)
Tiffani Brewster was present, representing the application. Staff presented the
application, noting that a small amount of additional information was needed. In
response to questions from staff, Ms. Brewster noted that the year model of the
proposed manufactured home was 1996. She also noted that the rear yard
would be enclosed with a six (6) foot high wood fence. The right-of-way
dedication requirement was briefly discussed. It was also explained that the
proposed gravel driveway and parking area would need to be bordered and that
a concrete driveway apron from Woodrow Street would be required. After the
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discussion, the Committee forwarded the application to the full Commission for
resolution.
STAFF ANALYSIS:
The applicant is requesting approval of a revised conditional use permit to allow
for placement of a multisectional manufactured home on this vacant, R-3 zoned
property. The site is located outside the city limits, in the City’s zoning
jurisdiction (College Station).
The applicant proposes to place a 25 foot by 48 foot multisectional manufactured
home on the property. The proposed home will be located 35 feet from the front
(south) property line, over 50 feet from the rear (north) property line, five (5) feet
from the west side property line and 16 feet from east side property line. A small
porch will be located on the west side of the residence. A small carport will be
located near the northeast corner of the residence. A gravel driveway from
Woodrow Street and a gravel parking pad will be located on the east side of the
residence.
Placement of the home must comply with the following siting criteria from Section
36-255 (d) (5) of the Code.
a. A pitched roof of three (3) in twelve (12) or fourteen (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.
The applicant responded to issues raised at Subdivision Committee by providing
additional information to staff. To staff’s knowledge, there are no outstanding
issues associated with this application.
Staff believes the proposed multisectional manufactured home is an appropriate
use for this property. It represents a good in-fill lot development in this area of
vacant lots with a scattering of single family residences. The proposed
multisectional manufactured home will not be out of character with the general
area, as several other single-wide and double-wide manufactured homes exist in
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the College Station area. Staff believes the proposed manufactured home will
have no adverse impact on the surrounding properties or the general area.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested CUP, subject to compliance with
the following conditions:
1. Compliance with the comments and conditions outlined in Sections 5 and 6 of
the agenda staff report.
2. Compliance with the siting criteria as found in Section 36-255 (d) (5) of the
Code.
3. A concrete apron is required for the proposed driveway, with a maximum
width of 20 feet, running from the edge of pavement of Woodrow Street to the
front property line.
4. The gravel driveway and parking pad must be bordered with permanent
materials such as landscape timbers or metal edging.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (SEPTEMBER 12, 2019)
The applicant was present. There were no objectors present. Staff presented the
item and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the “staff recommendation”
above. There was no further discussion. The item was placed on the consent
agenda for approval, including all staff comments and conditions. The vote was
6 ayes, 0 noes, 4 absent and 1 open position.
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September 12, 2019
There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting
was adjourned at 5:25 p.m.