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Malone, Walter
From:Malone, Walter
Sent:Tuesday, September 7, 2021 2:03 PM
To:McHendry, James T
Subject:FW: Scott Hamilton Land Use Analysis s
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Walter
From: Valerie Tatum
Sent: Tuesday, September 7, 2021 1:59 PM
To: Collins, Gilbert
Cc: Richardson, Ken ; Pamela Bingham ; jmhendry@littlerock.gov; Malone, Walter ; Derick D. Brooks ; Jacques ; Tranett
Brooks ; Shan Oneal ; Antwan Phillips ; Carla Coleman ; colesia perry ; Steve Mann ; Belinda Wilson
(belinda.wilson47@yahoo.com) ; Levail Williams ; Frances Trigleth Dockery
Subject: Re: Scott Hamilton Land Use Analysis s
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Mr. Collins,
Thank you so much for your clarity! It was quite helpful. We’ll be waiting for this item to come up again on the agenda.
Grateful!
Sent from Valerie's iPhone
On Sep 7, 2021, at 9:36 AM, Collins, Gilbert <gcollins@littlerock.gov> wrote:
Mrs. Tatum,
Our responses are below.
Even though a lot of businesses are operating under R2 zoning because they were grandfather(ed) in
during annexation and the road has been wided, does that make the Land Use commercial?
It does not. If a business was operational prior to annexation and adoption of zoning code, it
makes it legally non-conforming. The land use and zoning may be different than what is
operating but since it is legally non-conforming, no enforcement action is taken.
First, who is "staff?" Again, they did not support the request because it wasn't "compatible" with the
surrounding zoning in the area. I know that the Planning Commission voted to change the LU from R2-
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C4. Robby Vogel stated that because Scott Hamilton road has been widened he would like to see more
commercial businesses in the area. That state is true until you get close to Red Roof Inn and LRSD
Metropolitan Vocational School.
Staff is the secretary of the Planning Commission who is the Director of Planning and
Development and any other staff at the city as needed to perform their duties.
We're all for economic growth SWLR. However, was his plea the reason and analysis is being conducted
because he made a mistake and purchased land?
I cannot speak for why the Planning Commission directed us to perform a study of the corridor.
It was request by the Planning Commission of staff.
If "staff" is against or in denial of the usage of the rezoning, what "staff will be assigned" to help study
the corridor for Item #9 and will Director Richardson be a part of the conversation or study?
Any study is performed by our Planning Division within the Planning and Development
Department. Staff assigned is the division manager Walter Malone and our planner James
McHendry. Due to workload, sometimes we contract those services out also.
Will the study completion return to the Planning Commission or does it go automatically to the board of
directors for approval?
The study would go back before the full Planning Commission for public hearing and action. If
approved (maybe also with revisions) we would then bring a land use amendment before them
for action in the following months.
Will the NA Presidents and residents have privy to the study completion of the corridor?
.
We will make the study available for download and we would also schedule a public meeting in
the area.
What is the timeframe for the preliminary analysis to be completed?
There is not a specific timeframe for completion of the study. I would anticipate that this may
take at least one year to complete.
Sincerely,
Jamie Collins, PE | Director
City of Little Rock | Planning and Development
723 W. Markham | Little Rock, AR 72201-1334
Phone: 501-371-6818 | Fax: 501-399-3435
https://www.littlerock.gov/
From: Valerie Tatum <ckla2014@gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, September 3, 2021 6:48 PM
To: Collins, Gilbert <gcollins@littlerock.gov>
Cc: Richardson, Ken <krichardson@littlerock.gov>; Pamela Bingham <ubna14@yahoo.com>;
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jmhendry@littlerock.gov; Malone, Walter <WMalone@littlerock.gov>; Derick D. Brooks
<derickbrooks01@gmail.com>; Jacques <jacque3666@gmail.com>; Tranett Brooks
<tranett3@gmail.com>; Shan Oneal <fistintheair40@yahoo.com>; Antwan Phillips <aphillips@wlj.com>;
Carla Coleman <chines-coleman@sbcglobal.net>; colesia perry <colesia1@att.net>; Steve Mann
<mann_s@sbcglobal.net>; Belinda Wilson (belinda.wilson47@yahoo.com)
<belinda.wilson47@yahoo.com>; Levail Williams <levail@hotmail.com>; Frances Trigleth Dockery
<ftdockery@gmail.com>
Subject: Re: Fw: Scott Hamilton Land Use Analysis s
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Director Richardson and Director Wyrick,
We have sent Planning and Zoning questions regarding where we are with this issue on the Auto Shop.
Many of us had the opportunity to watch the July 8th meeting. We've included several questions for
Planning and Zoning and we have yet to receive a response.
Please advise regarding this matter.
On Sun, Aug 29, 2021 at 5:45 PM Valerie Tatum <ckla2014@gmail.com> wrote:
Mr. Collins,
Thank you for quoting the pursuant to state law of the "Planning Commission’s authority to request a
study for any given area of their planning jurisdiction. Municipal Zoning regulations and Planning is under
Chapter 56 of the state code. Subchapter 3 is the zoning regulations and subchapter 4 is Municipal
Planning. They can be found here:
https://advance.lexis.com/container?config=00JAA3ZTU0NTIzYy0zZDEyLTRhYmQtYmRmMS1iMWIxN
DgxYWMxZTQKAFBvZENhdGFsb2cubRW4ifTiwi5vLw6cI1uX&crid=4c3538a6-2893-4cac-81bd-
35103fab4cee&prid=2ef6e621-68be-4daa-bc61-207668609f03
However, from 59:12-1:20:24: It's imperative to mention "staff' was redundantly in denial of the Auto
Sales Shop proposed location at 8519 Scott Hamilton Road. It was stated through their presentation.
One particular issue was "curb cuts and stripping out" has never been something agreed upon or invited
when in residential-to-commercial usage.
Even though a lot of businesses are operating under R2 zoning because they were grandfather(ed) in
during annexation and the road has been wided, does that make the Land Use commercial?
I concur that access roads are not available for clear access to Scott Hamilton and we don't recommend
the change of the Land Use Item #9 rezoning from R2-C4.
First, who is "staff?" Again, they did not support the request because it wasn't "compatible" with the
surrounding zoning in the area. I know that the Planning Commission voted to change the LU from R2-
C4. Robby Vogel stated that because Scott Hamilton road has been widened he would like to see more
commercial businesses in the area. That state is true until you get close to Red Roof Inn and LRSD
Metropolitan Vocational School.
So, to that end, Pastor Vaslequez and Jorge Valequez and (The Lady), unsure of said third person, gave
a presentation of a plea to allow the Auto Sales to be placed at 8519 Scott Hamilton.
He's a nice man and Pastor of "The Lighthouse Church-7002 Baseline Road," which is not
independent of itself as they report to other people who have jurisdiction over them.
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He purchased the land from Lifeline Church and made a mistake because he didn't know to
report to planning and zoning.
The Pastor wants to open the Auto Sales because he wants to supplement his income because
of his small congregation or has lost economic support.
His cars will not look like the cars across the street that are "junk cars."
He wants to provide cars for SWLR residents. That's a lot of cars!
He's been called to "share" the gospel and has impacted the lives of his congregation along
with having a VBS with 52 kids that simply loved it this summer.
We're all for economic growth SWLR. However, was his plea the reason and analysis is being
conducted because he made a mistake and purchased land?
If "staff" is against or in denial of the usage of the rezoning, what "staff will be assigned" to help study the
corridor for Item #9 and will Director Richardson be a part of the conversation or study?
Will the study completion return to the Planning Commission or does it go automatically to the board of
directors for approval?
Will the NA Presidents and residents have privy to the study completion of the corridor?
You mentioned..."We have started that process. One of those steps is reaching out to the neighborhood
association for input. Once we perform a preliminary analysis, we will involve the commissioner’s
selected to be on the plans committee. Those meetings are available to the public for viewing. When
both staff and the committee determine we are at a preliminary stage in the potential amendment, we will
hold public meetings for input. Number and location is determined at that time. We would then prepare
an amendment for consideration before the entire Planning Commission."
Also, you mentioned... "As described above, there are several opportunities for the public to get
involved..."
What is the timeframe for the preliminary analysis to be completed?
Sincerely,
Southwest Community and Businesses Presidents and Residents
On Thu, Aug 26, 2021 at 1:48 PM Pamela Bingham <ubna14@yahoo.com> wrote:
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From: Collins, Gilbert <gcollins@littlerock.gov>
To: Richardson, Ken <krichardson@littlerock.gov>; Pamela Bingham <ubna14@yahoo.com>
Cc: McHendry, James T <jmchendry@littlerock.gov>; Malone, Walter <wmalone@littlerock.gov>;
Derick D. Brooks <derickbrooks01@gmail.com>; Jacques <jacque3666@gmail.com>;
tranett3@gmail.com <tranett3@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, August 26, 2021, 12:33:04 PM CDT
Subject: RE: Scott Hamilton Land Use Analysis s
Director Richardson,
Land Use Planning and Zoning designations are done pursuant to state law. It is within the Planning
Commission’s authority to request a study for any given area of their planning jurisdiction. Municipal
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Zoning regulations and Planning is under Chapter 56 of the state code. Subchapter 3 is the zoning
regulations and subchapter 4 is Municipal Planning. They can be found here:
https://advance.lexis.com/container?config=00JAA3ZTU0NTIzYy0zZDEyLTRhYmQtYmRmMS1iMWIx
NDgxYWMxZTQKAFBvZENhdGFsb2cubRW4ifTiwi5vLw6cI1uX&crid=4c3538a6-2893-4cac-81bd-
35103fab4cee&prid=2ef6e621-68be-4daa-bc61-207668609f03
Regarding the request for a land use plan study or amendment; under state code 14-56-414 –
Preparation of Plans; the planning commission shall undertake suitable studies related to the plans to be
prepared. The plans they are tasked with preparing include but are not limited to a Land Use Plan, Community
Facility Plan, and Master Street Plan. For the purpose of this email, it is the Land Use Plan process in discussion.
The Planning Commission may prepare an adopt a land use plan which may include, but shall not be limited to:
The reservation of open spaces.
The preservation of natural and historical features, sites, and monuments.
The existing uses to be retained without change.
The existing uses proposed for change.
The areas proposed for new development.
The plan may include areas proposed for redevelopment, rehabilitation, renewal, and similar programs.
Once the plan is adopted by the Planning Commission, it is forwarded to the Board of Directors for
action.
In the July 8th Planning Commission meeting, staff was directed by the commission to perform a review
of the Land Use Map in the subject area, along Scott Hamilton Drive from Baseline Road to Interstate
30. This meeting is recorded and is available here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4rqGhTmlkQI
In summary, staff was directed to perform a study of the area by the Planning Commission to see if a
Land Use Plan amendment is in order. We have started that process. One of those steps is reaching
out to the neighborhood association for input. Once we perform a preliminary analysis, we will involve
the commissioner’s selected to be on the plans committee. Those meetings are available to the public
for viewing. When both staff and the committee determine we are at a preliminary stage in the potential
amendment, we will hold public meetings for input. Number and location is determined at that time. We
would then prepare an amendment for consideration before the entire Planning Commission.
As described above, there are several opportunities for the public to get involved. The email received
below is the start of that involvement.
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Sincerely,
Jamie Collins, PE | Director
City of Little Rock | Planning and Development
723 W. Markham | Little Rock, AR 72201-1334
Phone: 501-371-6818 | Fax: 501-399-3435
https://www.littlerock.gov/
From: Richardson, Ken <krichardson@littlerock.gov>
Sent: Wednesday, August 25, 2021 9:30 PM
To: Pamela Bingham <ubna14@yahoo.com>; Collins, Gilbert <gcollins@littlerock.gov>
Cc: McHendry, James T <jmchendry@littlerock.gov>; Malone, Walter <WMalone@littlerock.gov>;
Derick D. Brooks <derickbrooks01@gmail.com>; Jacques <jacque3666@gmail.com>;
tranett3@gmail.com
Subject: Re: Scott Hamilton Land Use Analysis s
Jamie,
Please advise.
Director Richardson
On Aug 25, 2021, at 3:47 PM, Pamela Bingham <ubna14@yahoo.com> wrote:
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Questions from concerned citizens:
Are other businesses that are denied allowed the opportunity for a land use analysis to
be conducted?
What were the following discussion that directed staff to move forward with a land use
analysis. Are the notes/discussion available for us to review as a neighborhood
association?
Yes, we desire to remain involved as we still affirm we don’t need another auto sales in
our area. We have started conversations with the LR Chamber of Commerce to
conduct analysis on other businesses coming to our area to utilize land for other kinds
of business residents would like to see.
----- Forwarded Message -----
From: McHendry, James T <jmchendry@littlerock.gov>
To: 'ubna14@yahoo.com' <ubna14@yahoo.com>
Cc: Malone, Walter <wmalone@littlerock.gov>
Sent: Wednesday, August 25, 2021, 09:19:00 AM CDT
Subject: Scott Hamilton Land Use Analysis s
Good morning, Mrs. Bingham.
Walter asked I reach out to you and let you know of a land use
analysis underway within the Upper Baseline Windamere
Neighborhood Association.
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In July of 2021, a change to the Future Land Use Map from Residential
Medium to Commercial was approved at an approximately 1 acre site,
located around 0.25-mile north of Baseline Road on the east side of
Scott Hamilton Drive by the City of Little Rock at an applicant’s request
(case no. LU2021-14-01).
As part of the City’s approval of the applicant’s request, the Planning
Commission directed Staff to review the Future Land Use Map in the
subject area, along Scott Hamilton Drive from Baseline Road to
Interstate 30.
At the August 17th Planning Commission meeting, the Planning
Commission reviewed a draft of the limits of study area, and following
discussion, directed Staff to move forward with a land use analysis.
The purpose of me reaching out to you, is to see if you have any initial
thoughts on the matter and to gauge your interest in being kept up to
date and involved when there is opportunity as we moved forward with
the study.
Let me know your thoughts. Many thanks and good day.
James Tyler McHendry, AICP
Planner
Planning & Development
(501) 371-4483
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