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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZ-4285-C Staff AnalysisJuly 2, 2015 ITEM NO.: 3 FILE NO.: Z -4285-C NAME: Catholic High School Athletic Fieldhouse — Revised Conditional Use Permit LOCATION: 6300 Father Tribou Drive OWNER/APPLICANT: Diocese of Little Rock/Wittenberg, Delony and Davidson PROPOSAL: A revision to the approved conditional use permit is requested to allow for construction of a new athletic fieldhouse larger than what was previously approved. VA SITE LOCATION: The site is located on the north side of Father Tribou Drive, west of N. University. The fieldhouse building will be located at the northwest corner of the athletic field (same location as previously approved). COMPATIBILITY WITH NEIGHBORHOOD: The fieldhouse building was approved as a part of the April 26, 2012 CUP approval which included the new athletic field and associated facilities. Through that process, the school worked with the neighbors to the north to mitigate any impact by preserving and entrancing the buffer on the north side of the campus. This proposed building is to be placed in exactly the spot previously .approved. It is proposed to be increased in size from 21,000 sq. ft. to 30,000 sq. ft. All previously imposed and agreed-upon conditions remain in place. Allowing the increase in size should not affect the building's compatibility with the neighborhood. Notice of the public hearing was sent to all owners of properties located within 200 feet of the site and the Evergreen and Hillcrest Neighborhood Associations. The school is scheduled to hold an open house prior to the Commission meeting for interested parties to view the proposed development. 3. ON SITE DRIVES AND PARKING: The parking requirement for a high school is determined by the number of classrooms and the number of employees. None of those elements are changing. The campus currently contains 397 parking spaces in lots taking access off of Father Tribou Drive. A small parking lot containing 7 parking spaces is to be built adjacent to the new athletic fieldhouse. Access to that lot will be through the existing parking lot. July 2, 2015 ITEM NO.: 3 Cont. FILE NO.: Z -4285-C 4. SCREENING AND BUFFERS: Site plan must comply with the City's landscape and buffer ordinance requirements. Previous landscape comments apply (Z -4285-B). 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 COMMENTS: 1. At time of construction, University Ave. is classified on the Master Street Plan as a principal arterial. Dedication of right-of-way to 55 feet from centerline will be required. Confirm right-of-way has been dedicated with construction of football field. 2. At time of construction, due to the proposed use of the property, the Master Street Plan specifies that Father Tribou Street for the frontage of this property must meet commercial street standards. Dedicate right-of-way to 30 feet from centerline. Confirm that right- of-way has been dedicated with construction of the football field. 3. At time of construction, a 20 feet radial dedication of right-of-way is required at the intersection of University Ave. and Father Tribou St. Confirm the right-of-way has been dedicated with the construction of the football field. 4. Repair or replace any curb and gutter or sidewalk that is damaged in the public right-of-way prior to occupancy. 5. Storm water detention ordinance applies to this property. Show the proposed location for stormwater detention facilities on the plan. 6. 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. Is a variance requested to begin grading and earthwork without construction being imminent. 7. Retaining walls designed to exceed 15 ft. in height are required to seek a variance for construction. Provide proposed wall elevations. This applies if the retaining wall is not a part of the proposed foundation wall of the facility. 2 July 2, 2015 ITEM NO.: 3 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z -4285-C 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. This applies if the retaining wall is not a part of the proposed foundation wall of the facility. 6. UTILITY, FIRE DEPT. AND CATA COMMENTS: Wastewater: Sewer available to project. Sewer Main Relocation required to construct project as shown. Entergy: Entergy does not object to this proposal. The existing building is currently served via an underground line and a padmount transformer — neither of which should be impacted by the footprint of the larger building or parking lot. If the location of the electrical facilities do pose an issue as the project develops, please contact Entergy so adjustments can be discussed and changes made as agreed upon. The customer should contact Entergy in advance if changes in the electrical service are required to meet the electrical needs of the new building. 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. 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. If there are facilities that need to be adjusted and/or relocated, contact Central Arkansas Water. That work would be done at the expense of the developer. Contact Central Arkansas Water regarding the size and location of the water meter. 3 July 2, 2015 ITEM NO.: 3 (Cont.) FILE NO-, Z -4285-C The facilities on-site will be private. When meters are planned off private lines, private facilities shall be installed to Central Arkansas Water's material and construction specifications and installation will be inspected by an engineer, licensed to practice in the State of Arkansas. Execution of Customer Owned Line Agreement is required. Fire sprinkler systems which do not contain additives such as antifreeze shall be isolated with a double detector check valve assembly. If additives are used, a reduced pressure zone backflow preventer shall be required. This development will have minor impact on the existing water distribution system. Proposed water facilities will be sized to provide adequate pressure and fire protection. Fire Department: 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. 2 July 2, 2015 ITEM NO.: 3 (Cont. Dead Ends. FILE NO.: Z -4285-C 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. 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 (Jason Lowder 501-377-1245) and the 5 July 2, 2015 ITEM NO.: 3(Cont.)FILE NO.: Z -4285-C Little Rock Fire Marshal's Office (Capt. Tony Rhodes 501-918-3757). Number and Distribution of Fire Hydrants as per Table C105.1. Building Codes: Project is subject to full commercial plan review and approval prior to issuance of a building permit. For information on submittal requirements and the review process, contact a commercial plans examiner: Curtis Richey at 501.371.4724; criche littlervck.or or Mark Alderfer at 501.371.4875; malderfer liftlerock.or County Planning: No comments CATA: The site is located on a CATA bus route. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (JUNE 10, 2015) Wallie Sprick and Dan Beranek were present representing the application. Staff presented the item and noted the proposed change in building size. It was noted that there were no other changes from the April 2012 CUP approval. Public Works Comments were discussed. The applicants were asked to provide proof that the previously required right-of-way dedications for the abutting streets had been accomplished. In response to questions, the applicants stated an advance grading request would be made to allow for preparation of the site and construction of the retaining wall. They stated the retaining wall would form one wall of the proposed building. Other agency comments were noted. The applicants stated a meet -and -greet would be set up at the school for the neighbors to view the plans prior to the commission meeting. The Committee determined there were no other issues and forwarded the item to the full Commission. STAFF ANALYSIS: On April 26, 2012, a conditional use permit was approved to allow Catholic High School to construct a new athletic field on the east side of the campus; replacing an existing, informal athletic play area. The approval included a synthetic turf football field, also sized for soccer, with an eight lane running track around the perimeter of the field. Also included were new lighting and bleacher style seating 9 July 2, 2015 ITEM NO.: 3 Cont. FILE NO.: Z -4285-C for 500 fans with future expansion for an additional 1,000 fans. The CUP approval included a new, two-story, 21,000 square foot athletic fieldhouse building to be constructed at the northwest corner of the athletic field. The new fieldhouse was to also include public restrooms and a concession facility. The new field is to be used for football and soccer practices, freshman football games and junior varsity games. Varsity football games are to remain at War Memorial Stadium for the foreseeable future. The athletic facility will primarily be used after school hours, evenings and some weekends during soccer and football seasons. Throughout the review of the 2012 application, the neighbors to the north and the school worked together to arrive at a plan that preserved and enhanced the screening buffer along the north perimeter of this portion of the school campus. The athletic field, running track, lighting and initial bleacher seating have been installed and are in use. Catholic High is requesting a revision to the approved CUP to increase the previously approved square footage for the fieldhouse from 21,000 square feet to 30,000 square feet. The new building is still a two-story structure with an eave height of 31 feet. The building is to be located in the previously approved spot and no other changes to the approved site plan are proposed. The building's lower level will contain a weight room, multi -use turf area, locker rooms, toilets, showers and support areas along with a concession stand. The upper level will be accessed from the existing upper level parking lot and will contain a wrestling room, coach's offices, restrooms and three team meeting/classrooms. The exterior of the building will be a combination of metal panels, E.I.F.S. and brick that matches the main school building. The addition of the building will not increase the school's enrollment. The school will not be adding any teaching or support staff to occupy the building. The new facility will offer flexibility in scheduling classes and allow the school to better meet the needs of its athletes. The existing ADA parking spaces adjacent to the new building will remain. The access road will be paved as previously approved and will continue to be restricted to service vehicles and ADA parking during events on the athletic field. An advance grading permit is requested to allow for site preparation and construction of the retaining wall that will be the future west wall of the new building. 7 July 2, 2015 ITEM NO.: 3 (Co FILE NO.: Z -4285-C To staff's knowledge, there are no outstanding issues. All previously approved conditions remain in place. There is no bill of assurance for this acreage tract. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested revision to the approved CUP, subject to compliance with the comments and conditions outlined in Sections 4, 5 and 6 of the agenda staff report. Staff recommends approval of the advance grading request. NNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JULY 2, 2015) 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. Staff also recommended approval of the requested advance grading request. There was no further discussion. The item was placed on the consent agenda and approved, as recommended by staff and including the advance grading request, by a vote of 10 ayes, 0 noes and 1 absent. City of Little Rock Department of Planning and Development Planning 723 West Markham Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334 Zoning and Phone: (501) 371-4790 Fax: (501) 399-3435 or 371-6863 Subdivision Wallie Sprick WD&D Architects 400 W. Capitol Avenue Suite 1840 Little Rock. AR 72201 Date: July 6 2015 Dear Mr. Sprick: Case No. Z -4285-C Location: 6340 Father Tribou Drive This is to advise you that in connection with your application for a conditional use permit, the Planning Commission at its meeting on July 2, 2015, Approved your application as submitted. Denied your application as submitted. Deferred action to the Meeting. X Approved your application with the following conditions: See the conditions outlined in the Planning -Commission minutes. This is an approval for the USE only and was the first step in the process. Based on this use approval, you may submit your documentation and plans for review and permitting. All new and alteration construction requires building permits be obtained at 723 West Markham, 2"d floor BEFORE any work may begin. All permits required for implementation of the conditional use must be obtained within three (3) years of the date of the Commission's approval or the Conditional Use Permit shall be revoked. Please be advised that there is an appeal period for 30 days from the date the Planning Commission made its decision. Any permits obtained or construction performed during this 30 day appeal period is done at your own risk and could be voided by the appeal process. If you have any questions, please call me at 371-6817. Sincerely, C4 Dana Carney, Zoning and S div ion Manager Department of Planning and Development DC/aa City of Little Rock Department of Planning and Development Planning 723 West Markham Street Zoning and Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334 Phone: (501) 371-4790 Fax: (501) 399-3435 or 371-6863 Subdivision Date May 27, 2015 Wallie Sprick WD&D Architects 400 W. Capitol Ave., Suite 1800 Little Rock, AR 72201 Re: Conditional Use Permit Application at 6300 Father Tribou Drive Dear: Mr. Sprick: I have received your application for a conditional use permit for the property located at 6300 Father Tribou. The following is to remind you of important dates in the process. The sign provided to you must be posted on the property no later than June 2 2015 Required notices to owners of properties located within 200 feet of the subject property must be sent via certified mail no later than June 17, 2015. You must use the notice form provided to you by our office and you must obtain the list of property owners from an abstract or title company. The Subdivision Committee meeting for your application is June 10 2015 at 12:00 noon. The meeting will be held in the Board of Directors' chamber located on the second floor of City Hall at 500 W. Markham Street. You or your authorized representative must be present. Your item has been scheduled for the July 2, 2015 Planning Commission meeting. The meeting will begin at 4:00 p.m. and will be held in the Board of Directors' chamber located on the second floor of City Hall. Again, you or your authorized representative must be present. If you have any questions, please contact me at (501) 371- 6817 or at dcarne ri littlerock.orm. S' cerely, Dana Carney Zoning and Subdivision Manager