HomeMy WebLinkAboutLetter of Intent 032521March 18, 2021
Department of Planning & Development
723 West Markham
Little Rock, AR 72201
Re: 4907 Crestwood Dr, Little Rock, AR 72207
Variance Approval
To whom it may concern
I am asking for a Variance for the Area provisions of Section 36-156 (2) (c) of the Little Rock Code of
Ordinance to permit occupation of more than 30% of the required rear yard for an accessory building.
I have attached an Elevation of the Proposed Garage, The Original Survey, and the Proposed Survey
showing the Garage (accessory building)
The Garage will be constructed to match the character of the house and neighborhood and will be set
back from the East property line by 1'-6" as required by code. It will also be set back from the rear
property line by 6'-0" as not to encroach on the Easement.
The reasons for requesting the variance are as follows:
■ To house and Protect 3 Vehicles from Weather, Theft and Vandalism.
Keep 3 Cars from Congesting the Street and Detracting from the Character of the street.
Store lawn equipment and tools without the need for multiple unsightly storage sheds
Calculations:
• The Rear Setback measured from the rear property line x 25' is 1,156.2sf
• The portion of the Accessory building within this 25' is 646sf
• This equates to 55.8%
• This is 25.8% over the allowable 30% coverage area.
I am asking for your variance approval to construct this Garage (Accessory Building) as shown. Many
people have chosen to demo these old houses and, in their place, build new houses with front loading
garages. This changes the historic character of these neighborhoods. The house backs up to a green
space so there is no rear neighbor. The driveway is approximately 11' wide therefore making visibility
from Crestwood minimal. With the design matching the existing house I feel the character and integrity
of the neighborhood will be maintained.
Your consideration is appreciated.
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Brandon Baldwin
501-410-0880