HomeMy WebLinkAboutZ-3609 Staff AnalysisDecember 9, 1980
Item No. 6 - Z-3609
Owner:
Applicant:
Location:
Request:
Purpose:
Size:
Troy Braswell
Don Bailey
Southwest Corner Woodland
Heights and Fairview Road
Rezone from "R-2" Single Family
to "R-4" Two Family
Duplex Subdivision Development
5.8 Acres +
Existing Use: Vacant
SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING
North - Single Family, Zoned "R-2"
South - Single Family and Vacant, Zoned "R-2"
East - Vacant, Zoned "R-2" and "0-3"
West - Commercial, Zoned "R-2"
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
No adverse comments have been received from any reviewing
agency, but there is an expectation that some of the
neighboring property owners will appear to oppose this
application.
The proposed development involves a subdivision containing
approximately 23 duplex size lots. Present plans show two
access points (hammerhead cul-de-sacs) from Woodland Heights
Road with lots platted in conventional pattern.
The Suburban Development Plan shows this area for office
use, but this element is addressed in staff's most recent
recommendation for this area on the plan. The proposed
change would eliminate the office use shown in favor of
single family attached dwellings. There is conflict between
staff and the applicant over the best format for the
development of this property. Staff would prefer to resolve
the platting issues prior to commitment to zoning because
staff feels that "MF -6" is more appropriate than 11R-4" for
the site.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends deferral to January 27, 1981.
December 9, 1980
Item No. 6 - Continued
COMMISSION ACTION
The applicant was present and there were 3 objectors. The
applicant asked that the matter be deferred to the
January 27, meeting. The opponents did not oppose the
deferral, and the Commission moved to defer the matter as
requested. The motion was passed: 10 ayes, 0 noes,
1 absent.
January 27, 1981
SUBDIVISIONS
Item No. 1 - Building Line Waiver
NAME: Max Campbell Building Line Waiver
APPLICANT: Mr. Horace H. Piazza & Associates
Architects
OWNERS: Mr. and Mrs. Max Campbell
#2 Janwood Drive
Little Rock, AR
REQUEST:
To change a 25' platted building line so that an addition to
the present structure may be constructed.
January 27, 1981
Item No. 1 - Continued
Staff Report.
A. Existing Conditions.
This site is located in what apparently is a peaceful
residential subdivision of extremely well -kept single family
structures. The particular property in question is situated
on an elevated grade and at a slightly angular position
within the area that is formed by the merging of oanwood and
Flintwood Drives on the west and south respectively.
Abutting the existing structure on the northern end is a
paved driveway which slopes upward very sharply. No
particular problems of any notable significance that relate
to drainage and other public improvements are obvious.
B. Development Proposal.
The sole purpose of this. proposal is a waiver of a 25'
platted building line established by ordinance. In
order that an encroaching carport addition may be
constructed, the applicants feel that design
considerations dictate that the proposed location.is
logical, economically feasible and are aesthetically
pleasing. The basis of their request lies in what they
feel to be the unfeasibility of building this addition
on the westerh side of the present residence, which is
within the building line because of rock strata below
the ground surface; rock outcropping and elevated
grade above the residence floor line.
1. Conformance to Ordinance.
The proposal does not conform to the ordinance as
indicated by the request for the variance stated
above.
2. Legal Considerations.
None evident at this time, except Bill of Assurance.
C. Engineering Considerations.
No problems with the proposal.
January 27, 1981
Item No. 1 - Continued
D. Analysis.
Staff has observed that, indeed, the owners do not have
much flexibility for additions. However, in these
circumstances this and all other justifications
presented cannot serve as overriding factors when the
clear intent and purpose of the ordinance is
considered. As in all cases of this nature, Staff does
not wish to set a precedent for future propositions of
the sort. To do so would constitute invalidation of
the subdivision requirement.
E. Staff Recommendation.
Denial on the above grounds.
Subdivision Committee Recommendation
After a brief discussion, it was determined by the Committee
that terrain and other factors in each site support a
variance. The Committee voted: 5 ayes, 0 nays to approve
the variance. The Committee directed Staff to deal with the
building line in a manner which will provide for the
intrusion only.
Planninq Commission Action
The applicant was present and discussed the proposal with
the Planning Commission. After a brief discussion, the
Commission moved to approve the building line waiver as
requested. The motion was passed: 8 ayes, 1 noe,
2 absent.
January 27, 1981
Item No. 2 - Z-3572
Owner:
Applicant:
Location:
Request:
Purpose:
Size:
Bill Mathis
Robert J. Richardson
The far southwest corner, Little
Rock City limits, near Alexander,
Arkansas
Rezone from "R-2" Single Family
to "I-2" Light Industrial
Industrial Development - unspecified
Approximately 10 acres of a 29 acre
tract (remainder of tract in the
town of Alexander
Existing Use: Vacant
SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING
North - Missouri Pacific Railroad, Zoned "R-2"
South - Vacant, Zoned "R-2"
East - Vacant, Zoned "R-2"
West - Town of'Alexander, unclassified
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
No adverse comments have been received from any reviewing
agency. The proposed zoning is not compatible with the
Suburban Development Plan. The town of Alexander has endorsed
the proposal through action by its Town Council.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
In view of the proposal's incompatibility with the Suburban
Development Plan, staff recommends denial.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
The applicant was present, and there were no objectors. The
applicant asked that the application be amended slightly to
include a strip of "C-3" within the portion of the property
adjacent to Alexander Road which is within the city limits of
Little Rock. A brief discussion developed regarding the
location of the city limits. After the discussion, the
Commission moved to approve the application as amended for
"I-2" Light Industrial zoning and 11C-3" as requested. The
motion was passed: 9 ayes, 0 noes, 2 absent.
January 27, 1981
Item No. 2 - Continued
The Planning Commission also
Suburban Development Plan be
the land use appropriate for
motion was passed: 9 ayes,
a
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moved to recommend that the
amended such that it would show
the zoning just recommended. The
noes, 2 absent.
January 27, 1981
Item No. 3 - Z-3569
Owner:
Applicant:
Location:
Request:
Purpose:
Size:
Existing Use:
Chuck Wood
Chuck Wood
4605 Gum Springs Road
Rezone from "R-2" Single Family
to "R-5" Urban Residence
(Applicant's request amended from
"0-31' to "R-5" on 11/17/80)
Multifamily Development,
Unspecified
1.15 Acres +
Single Family Residence
SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING
North - Single Family and City Park, Zoned "R-2"
South - Industrial, Zoned "I-2"
East - Commercial, Zoned "C-4"
West - Single Family, Zoned "R-2"
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
No adverse comments have been received from any reviewing
agency, and no environmental concerns attend this case.
This property lies within the Gum Springs Subdivision and is
controlled as to use for another four months or so by the
bill of assurance for that subdivision. The applicant has
stated that there is no renewal provision for that bill of
assurance.
The key element, in staff opinion, is the fact that this
Property is separated from the nonresidential development to
the east and south by the Missouri Pacific Railroad. In
dealing with the "C-4" property to the east, staff cited
that it was possible and desirable to use the railroad as a
separating mechanism between single family residential and
nonresidential Uses. Staff would argue that apartments are
not appropriate for this location, and staff can find no
reason for recommending favorably on this request.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends denial.
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January 27, 1981
Item No. 3 -_Continued
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
The applicant was present, and there were no objectors. The
applicant made a brief presentation and showed the site plan
proposed. After a lengthy discussion, the Commission moved
to approve the application as filed. The motion failed by a
vote of 4 ayes, 5 noes, 2 absent.
By the Planning Commission bylaws, the matter was deferred
to February 24, 1981.
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January 27, 1981
Item No. 4 - Z -3021-C
Owner: James M. Folmar
Applicant: Fred Bostrum
Location: Northeast corner of Barrow Road
and Riley Drive
Request: Rezone from "0-3" General Office
to "C-3" General Commercial
Purpose: Commercial Development,
Unspecified
Size: 22,500 square feet +
Existing Use: Vacant
SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING
North - Commercial, Zoned "C-3"
South - Vacant, Zoned "0-3"
East - Commercial, Zoned "C-3"
West - Single Family, Zoned "R-2"
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
No adverse comments have been received from any reviewing
agency. However, the Engineering Department indicated the
desire to keep curb cuts on either Barrow Road or Riley
Drive as far from the intersection of those two streets as
Possible. The applicant has already been in contact with
Engineering and will defer to that request. The proposal is
compatible with the Barrow Neighborhood CDBG Plan, and staff
sees no reason for the retention of "0-3" on this site.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
The applicant was present, and there were no objectors.
After a brief discussion, the Commission moved to approve
the application as filed. The motion was passed: 9 ayes,
0 noes, 2 absent.
January 27, 1981
Item No. 5 - Z-3609
Owner:
Applicant:
Location:
Request:
Purpose:
Size:
Troy Braswell
Don Bailey
Southwest corner of Woodland
Heights and Fairview Roads
Rezone from "R-2" Single Family
to 110-3" General Office
Human Performance Center (Medical
Clinic)
5.8 Acres +
Existing Use: Vacant
SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING
North - Single Family, Zoned "R-2"
South - Vacant, Zoned "R-2"
East - Vacant and Church, Zoned "0-3" and "R-2"
West - Commercial, Zoned "R-2"
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
No adverse comment's have been received from any reviewing
agency. However, the Engineering Department reminded us
that both Woodland Heights and Fairview Roads are collectors
on the Master Street Plan, requiring 60 foot rights-of-way.
The applicant's survey indicates no previous dedication.
Therefore, a request for 30 feet from both the north and
east sides will be made if this application is approved.
There has been some discussion of modifying the Master
Street Plan to include a proposal to extend Woodland Heights
Road eastward along the north boundary of the church
property as originally suggested in the Safeway
application. However, it is not expected to change the
requirements stated above.
The proposed zoning is compatible with the Suburban
Development Plan as adopted, but there is the holdover
matter of a proposal to amend the plan to reflect other
commitments previously made. That proposal suggested that
the 5 acres at this location be exchanged for the 7 acres
just zoned on the southwest corner of Rodney Parham and
Highway #10, thereby perhaps de-emphasizing the need for
Woodland Heights Road as a collector street.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval based upon current planning
considerations.
January 27, 1981
Item No. 5 - Continued
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
The applicant was present and made a brief presentation.
There was one objector present, Mr. Charles Easley, who
presented a petition containing 27 signatures of neighboring
property owners who opposed the application for rezoning. A
lengthy discussion ensued, specifically relating to the use
of the property rather than to the zoning requested.
Planning Commissioner Jack Taylor pointed out to the
Planning Commission that that question was not the use, but
the zoning as it applied to the Suburban Development Plan.
After continuing the discussion, a motion was made to
approve the application as filed. The motion was passed:
9 ayes, 0 noes, 2 absent.
January 27, 1981
Item No. 6 - Z-3619
Owner:
Applicant:
Location:
Request:
Purpose:
Size:
Existing Use:
W.A. Jones
W.A. Jones
Between I-30 and Arkansas
Highway #5 at County Line Road
Rezone from "R-2" Single Family
to "C-4" Open Display
Commercial Development (Existing
and future)
36 Acres +
Commercial/Mobile Home Park
SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING
North - Commercial, Zoned "R-2"
South - Commercial, Zoned "R-2"
East - Vacant and Commercial, Zoned "R-2"
West - Vacant, Saline County
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
No adverse comments have been received from any reviewing
agency. However, the Engineering Department pointed out the
Master Street Plan considerations, including Arkansas
Highway #5 and the proposed Westbelt Road which follows the
alignment of County Line Road. Right-of-way will be
required for both - 20 feet on Highway #5 and 25 feet on
County Line Road. The proposed zoning is only partially
compatible with the Suburban Development Plan. However,
staff sees the need to recognize the existence of commercial
development along the Interstate Frontage and proposes to do
so without a major plan revision. The existing mobile home
park would fall within the multifamily residential density
shown by the plan.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends a combination of zoning as follows:
the north 300 feet which abuts Arkansas Highway #5 - "C-3"
General Commercial; the south parcels, based upon legal
descriptions of separate tracts provided by the owner and
which abut the frontage road along I-30 - "C-4" Open
Display; and the remaining parcels - "R-7" Mobile Home
District.
January 27, 1981
Item No. 6 - Continued
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
The applicant was present, and there were no objectors. The
applicant stated that he wished to amend his application to
coincide with the staff recommendation. The Commission
moved to approve the application as amended. The motion was
passed: 9 ayes, 0 noes, 2 absent.
The Planning Commission also moved to recommend that the
Suburban Development Plan be changed to reflect the zoning
proposed. The motion was passed: 9 ayes, 0 noes,
2 absent.
January 27, 1981
Item No. 7 - Z-3626
Owner:
Applicant:
Location:
Request:
Purpose:
Size:
ERC Foundation, Inc.
Tom A. Buford
Aldersgate Road Ecumenical
Retirement Center
Rezone from "R-2" Single Family
to "R-6" and "MF -18" Multifamily
Multifamily Development
40 Acres +
Existing Use: Multifamily and Vacant
SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING
North - Single Family Unclassified
South - Vacant, Zoned "R-2"
East - Vacant Unclassified
West - Vacant, Zoned "R-2"
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
No adverse comments have been received from any reviewing
agency, but the Engineering Department reminded us that
Aldersgate Road is a collector street. The proposal is
compatible with the Suburban Development Plan. Presently,
there is a high-rise apartment building for elderly
residents on the tract labeled "Tract 2," and it is proposed
that, pending the availability of funding, a low-rise
garden -style multifamily complex will be constructed in the
future.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
The applicant was present, and there were no objectors.
After a brief discussion, the Commission moved to approve
the application as filed. The motion was passed: 9 ayes,
0 noes, 2 absent.
January 27, 1981
Item No. 8 - Z-3629
Owner:
Applicant:
Location:
Request:
Purpose:
Size:
Existing Use:
Drummond Funeral Home
H.B. Stubblefield
815 Marshall Street
Rezone from 11R-5" Urban Residence
to "0-3" General Office
Office Development
7500 Square Feet
Single Family Residence
SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING
North - Parking Lot, Zoned "R-5"
South - Office, Zoned "0-3"
East - Office, Zoned "C-3"
West - Arkansas Children's Hospital, Zoned "0-2"
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
No adverse comments have been received from any reviewing
agency. The proposal is compatible with plans for the area
and surrounding land use patterns. The applicant proposes
to convert the existing residence into the office.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
The applicant was present, and there were no objectors.
After a brief discussion, the Commission moved to approve
the application as filed. The motion was passed: 9 ayes,
0 noes, 2 absent.
January 27, 1981
Item No. 9 - Z-3630
Owner:
Applicant:
Location:
Request:
Purpose:
Size:
Existing Use:
Lewis E. Johnson
Larry Stigall
Cunningham Lake Road
Rezone from "R-2" Single Family
to "C-3" General Commercial
Commercial Development -
Unspecified
16,800 Square Feet +
Single Family Residence
SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING
North - Commercial, Zoned "C-3"
South - School, Zoned "R-2"
East - Commercial, Zoned "I-2"
West - Commercial, Zoned "C-3"
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
No adverse comments have been received from any reviewing
agency. However, there will be a 5 -foot dedication required
for Cunningham Lake Road. Surrounding land use patterns and
all other considerations indicate no alternative to a
positive recommendation on this request.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
The applicant was present, and there were no objectors.
After a brief discussion, the Commission moved to approve
the application as filed. The motion was passed: 9 ayes,
0 noes, 2 absent.
January 27, 1981
Item No. 10 - Z-3632
Owner: Dace Corporation
Applicant: Edward M. Harvey
Location: Northeast Corner of Shackleford
Road and I-430
Request: Rezone from "AF" Agriculture and
Forestry to "0-3" General Office
Purpose: Office Development
Size: 11.85 Acres +
Existing Use: Vacant
SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING
North - Vacant Unclassified
South - Vacant, Zoned "R-2"
East - Vacant Unclassified
West - Vacant, Zoned 00-3"
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
No adverse comments have been received from any reviewing
agency. However, there are two points worth mentioning.
First, this property stands to lose about three acres off
the southern end for construction of the proposed
Shackleford Road Exit off Highway I-430, based upon data
collected from the Arkansas Highway Department. Second,
there will be a requirement to extend sewer lines under
I-430 for service to this property. Staff understands that
the applicant is aware of both issues and is already working
with the proper authorities.
The proposed development is for a major office building
providing corporate headquarters for the Dace Corporation.
The proposed use is compatible with the Suburban Development
Plan. Right-of-way will be required from this applicant for
Shackleford Road in the amount of 10 feet. Staff believes
that this site is sufficiently sensitive that site plan:
review is desirable.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of "0-2" Office and Institutional
District zoning.
January 27, 1981
Item No. 10 - Continued
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
Paul Stanfield, attorney for the applicant, was present, and
there were no objectors. Mr. Stanfield took issue with the
staff recommendation for "0-2" stating that he felt because
of the topography and the rights-of-way which would be
involved in the proposed Highway Department project, that
the applicant would desire as much flexability in the
placement of the building as possible. There was a lengthy
discussion of the differences between 110-2" and "0-3"
zoning. After the lengthy discussion, the Planning
Commission moved to approve the application as filed. The
motion failed by a vote of 5 ayes, 4 noes, 2 absent.
A substitute motion by the Planning Commission to recommend
that "0-2" Office and Institutional zoning be forwarded to
the Board of Directors was made and passed: 9 ayes, 0 noes,
2 absent.
January 27, 1981
Item No. 11 - Z-3633
Owner:
Applicant:
Location:
Request:
Purpose:
Size:
Existing Use:
The West Little Rock Land Company
Phillip Dixon
Hinson Road, west side, just south
of Pebble Beach Park Subdivision
Rezone from "R-2" Single Family to
"MF -12" Multifamily
Condominium Development
37.5 Acres +
Vacant
SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING
North - Single Family, Zoned "R-2"
South - Vacant, Zoned "R-2" and "R-4"
East - Vacant, Zoned "R-2"
West - Vacant Unclassified
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
No adverse comments have been received from any reviewing
agency, except the Waste Water Utility, which reminded us of
the Maumelle Basin sewer capacity problems, specifically,
the density question. With regard to the sewer ssues,
staff asked for specific details from the app
regarding any density transfers proposed, and staff received
a letter from Jerry Gardner, Manager of the Waste Water
Utility, which indicated that the utility would not oppose
their request for zoning which would permit the "MF -12"
density,rovided the total 380 acres is developed
connection
projected (byMr. Fulkerson s consuln
tats).
with t �s t aught, staf sought to receive clear and
enforceable documentation that such assurance was provided
and, as of January 21, such documentation has not been
provided.
The Suburban Development Plan indicates that single family
development is planned for this property, showing
multifamily development south and east of the site. Staff
in preapplication conferences with the owner and subsequent
to actual filing of this request, indicated that it would
support the request accepting a plan amendment provided that
proper documentation of the density transfer were available
and provided that certain specifics with regard to open
space zoning, combined with a mix of "MF -6" and "MF -12"
January 27, 1981
Item No. 11 - Continued
could be worked out. The mix of zoning has been tentatively
agreed upon, but the transfer of development rights question
remains unanswered.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
On the basis of the above points, specifically the sewer
policy issue and the Suburban Development Plan, staff sees
no alternative to a recommendation for denial of the
request.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
The applicant was present, and there were four objectors.
The staff told the Commission that the applicant had not
sent out the notices as required by Commission bylaws, and
as a result, that the application should be deferred to
February 24. The Commission moved to defer the application
to February 24, and the motion was passed: 9 ayes, 0 noes,
2 absent.
January 27, 1981
Item No. 12 - Z-3637
Owner: J. Dan Baker
Applicant: J. Dan Baker
Location: East Roosevelt Road just south of
Little Rock Airport
Request: Rezone from "R-2" Single Family to
11I-2" Light Industrial
Purpose: Office Building Development
Size: 17,000 Square Feet +
Existing Use: Vacant
SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING
North - Airport, Zoned "I-2"
South - Vacant, Zoned "I-2"
East - Vacant, Zoned "I-2"
West - Vacant, Zoned "I-2"
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
No adverse comments have been received from any reviewing
agency. These are two out -parcels from earlier zoning
actions, and the applicant proposes to construct a new
company headquarters at the location. This property will be
combined with the adjacent properties which are owned by the
same person.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
The applicant was present, and there were no objectors.
After a brief discussion, the Commission moved to approve
the application as filed. The motion was passed: 9 ayes,
0 noes, 2 absent.
January 27, 1981
Item No. 13 - Z-3640
Owner:
Applicant:
Location:
Request:
Purpose:
Size:
Existing Use:
Wadley -Johnson, Inc.
Ed Moody
Mabelvale Business Park
Rezone from "R-2" Single Family to
"I-1" Industrial Park
Industrial Development
3.5 Acres +
Partially Developed
SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING
North - Commercial, Zoned "R-2"
South - Missouri Pacific Railroad, Zoned "R-2"
East - Commercial, Zoned "R-2"
West - Vacant, Zoned "R-2"
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
No adverse comments have been received from any reviewing
agency. The proposal is compatible with the Suburban
Development Plan, and this property was platted under the
City's jurisdiction as an industrial subdivision in 1979,
meeting the criteria established therefor.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
The applicant was present, and there were no objectors.
After a brief discussion, the Commission moved to approve
the application as filed. The motion was passed: 9 ayes,
0 noes, 2 absent.
January 27, 1981
Item No. 14 - Street Closure
Applicant: J. Dan Baker
Location: Factoria Third Addition (See Map)
Request: Closure of McCombs Street plus
alleys as shown
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
No adverse comments have been received from any reviewing
agency. None of the streets has been constructed, being
only "paper streets and alleys." There is no public interest
in the retention of these rights-of-way.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
The applicant was present, and there were no objectors.
After a brief discussion, the Commission moved to approve
the application as filed. The motion was passed: 9 ayes,
0 noes, 2 absent. ,
January 27, 1981
Item No. 15 - Suburban Development Plan Amendment
STAFF COMMENT:
As a result of recent zoning action at the corner of
Highway #10 and Rodney Parham, the staff feels that a
Suburban Development Plan amendment is in order. The
amendment should reflect the office zoning at the southwest
corner of Highway #10 and Rodney Parham for the area
indicated on the map.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of this plan amendment.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
Staff presented a brief description of the proposed
amendment. After a brief discussion, the Commission moved
to approve a resolution recommending to the Board of
Directors that the Suburban Development Plan be amended as
shown. The motion was passed: 9 ayes, 0 noes, 2 absent.
January 27, 1981
Item No. 5 - Z-3609
Owner: Troy Braswell
Applicant: Don Bailey
Location: Southwest corner of Woodland
Heights and Fairview Roads
Request: Rezone from "R-2" Single Family
to "0-3" General Office
Purpose: Human Performance Center (Medical
Clinic)
Size: 5.8 Acres +
Existing Use: Vacant
SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING
North - Single Family, Zoned "R-2"
South - Vacant, Zoned "R-2"
East - Vacant and Church, Zoned "0-3" and "R-2"
West - Commercial, Zoned "R-2"
PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS
No adverse comments have been received from any reviewing
agency. However, the Engineering Department reminded us
that both Woodland Heights and Fairview Roads are collectors
on the Master Street Plan, requiring 60 foot rights-of-way.
The applicant's survey indicates no previous dedication.
Therefore, a request for 30 feet from both the north and
east sides will be made if this application is approved.
There has been some discussion of modifying the Master
Street Plan to include a proposal to extend Woodland Heights
Road eastward along the north boundary of the church
property as originally suggested in the Safeway
application. However, it is not expected to change the
requirements stated above.
The proposed zoning is compatible with the Suburban
Development Plan as adopted, but there is the holdover
matter of a proposal to amend the plan to reflect other
commitments previously made. That proposal suggested that
the 5 acres at this location be exchanged for the 7 acres
just zoned on the southwest corner of Rodney Parham and
Highway #10, thereby perhaps de-emphasizing the need for
Woodland Heights Road as a collector street.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval based upon current planning
considerations.
January 27, 1981
Item No. 5 - Continued
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
The applicant was present and made a brief presentation.
There was one objector present, Mr. Charles Easley, who
presented a petition containing 27 signatures of neighboring
property owners who opposed the application for rezoning. A
lengthy discussion ensued, specifically relating to the use
of the property rather than to the zoning requested.
Planning Commissioner Jack Taylor pointed out to the
Planning Commission that that question was not the use, but
the zoning as it applied to the Suburban Development Plan.
After continuing the discussion, a motion was made to
approve the application as filed. The motion was passed:
9 ayes, 0 noes, 2 absent.