HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-05-27 rebecca pekar letter 21
Minyard, Brian
From:Coleman, Stephen
Sent:Wednesday, May 27, 2020 3:32 PM
To:Minyard, Brian
Subject:FW: Opposition STATEMENT for HDC2019-023 May 28th meeting
-----Original Message-----
From: Rebecca Pekar [mailto:beccapek@gmail.com]
Sent: Wednesday, May 27, 2020 3:03 PM
To: LRzoning <LRzoning@littlerock.gov>
Subject: Opposition STATEMENT for HDC2019-023 May 28th meeting
Rebecca Pekar
Homeowner/ resident
1010 Rock St.
II’d like to thank all who have made it possible to express our opposition to this proposed development remotely. The
fact that I am not present at this meeting in no way reflects the deep concerns I have.
I know neighbors have extensively covered guideline non-conformity and zoning incompatibility so will not go into
detail. I do appreciate the developers efforts to make detailing more in keeping with the surrounding dwellings, but
really nothing can be done to camouflage the massiveness of the complex. It actually runs continuously almost the
entire length of the Rock and 10th street property lines. This totally overpowers our friendly neighborhood and
destroys the openness of side and back yards inherent to the current zoning. Zoning that is there to protect us and
should not be changed to allow infill designed and constructed with the sole aim of maximum profit.
Beyond the appearance of the proposed project I strongly question its viability. I find it hard to believe there is a place
in this neighborhood for this type market. The developers have already had to compromise their vision of truly high end
units and eliminated amenities to accommodate guidelines. Penthouses and swimming pool have been removed and
square footage of units has been reduced. I am concerned what will happen if occupancy isn’t adequate, owners change,
or any other circumstances develop that can derail such an undertaking. Would units end up being broken up, the
underground parking unmaintained, etc. Any desirability the project has depends on maintenance of the stated upscale
feel being promoted by the developer. We have no assurance the current concept will deliver on that high end element.
With the impressive growth surrounding McArthur Park Historic District, it doesn’t seem now is the time to compromise
our obligation to preserve its character by demanding appropriate infill.
Please deny this application.