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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZ-4997-A Staff Analysis'NAME: LOCATION: DEVELOPER/ENGINEER: EXISTING ZONING: PROPOSED ZONING: EXISTING STATUS: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: B'. C. Auto Plaza "Long -Form PCD" (Z -4997-A) SW Corner of Rock Creek Parkway and Gamble Road Floyd Fulkerson/White-Daters and Associates, Inc. "C -3"/"O-3" PCD for Car Sales Vacant Denial based on departure from the Land Use Plan and proposed use is inconsistent with Parkway environment. The plan recommends General Commercial, "C-3" as opposed to "C-4" Open Display. Staff feels that this will set a precedent for further open display uses in the area. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: The Planning Commission voted to approve the item subject to several conditions noted in the minute record. The vote was 9 ayes, 0 noes, 2 absent. Reasons for Planning Commission action were: (1) A new car dealership at that location is desirable in order to provide convenient service to a growing section of the community. (2) Through the PUD process, the use of the site will be restricted to a car dealership which is less objectionable than a number of uses permitted by right in the "C-3" District, which is the existing zoning of the site. (3) With the restrictions imposed as part of the PCD, buffering will be provided for neighboring properties and extensive landscaping will be provided consistent with the Parkway environment. (4) The PCD will be more restrictive and limited in uses than the "C-4" District which is normally used for car dealerships. (5) The proposed use will a minimal impact on residentially zoned or existing single family uses near the site. (6) A car dealership creates less traffic than "C-3" uses such as Wal-Mart. NAME : B . C .., Auto Plaza Long -Form PCD (Z -4997-A) LOCATION: SW Corner of Rock Creek Parkway and Gamble Road DEVELOPER: ENGINEER: Floyd Fulkerson White-Daters and Associates, Inc. 1075 Union Bank 401 Victory Street Little Rock, AR 72201 Little Rock, AR 72201 Phone: 376-4432 Phone: 374-1666 AREA: 6.90 acres NO. OF LOTS: 2 FT. NEW ST.: ZONING: "C-3"/"0-3" PROPOSED USE: Car Sales A. Proposal/Request 1. To develop 9.35 acres for a car dealership. 2. Develo ment Proposal (a) Building - Service . 39,600 sq. ft. - Office & Sales.... 14,500 sq. ft. (b) Parking 704 cars (onside) 10 cars (showroom) (c) Open Landscape Area .. 21% B. Existinq Conditions The land is currently vacant. It is bordered by West Markham Street on the south, Gamble Road on the east and Rock Creek Parkway on the north. A single family brick home exists south of Markham. Nickell Street, a 40 -foot right-of-way which has been closed, runs through the property. u 2-4997-A _ -0onti-naed C. Issues/Discussion/Legal/Technical/Design 1. Provide information on plat regarding closure of Nickell Street. 2. Use -contrary to plan for area. 3. Submit landscaping plan. D. Engineering Comments 1. Street improvements on West Markham Street. See Engineering. 2. Access will be limited to right turn only onto Rock Creek Parkway because of future development of median. 3. Sidewalks on all streets. 4. Improve all boundary streets. E. Staff Recommendation Denial, based on departure from Land Use Plan, which recommends "C-3"/General Commercial, as opposed to C-4 Open Display. Staff fears that the proposal will lead to other auto and display type uses on the Parkway. This use is inconsistent with the Parkway environment. Staff suggests locating this type of use east of Bowman Road. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE REVIEW: The applicant was instructed to: (1) get with Engineering and discuss their comments and the median on Rock Creek Parkway; (2) submit grading plan and cross-section; (3) provide landscaping materials that won't catch trash and rubbish as much as that proposed; (4) give detail on treatment of west side of property; and (5 ) indicate whether security fencing would be provided. "-Z=49`97-A -"Continued PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (April 19, 1988) There were no objectors present. One letter of objection was received. Mr. Joe White was present representing Mr. Floyd Fulkerson, the applicant. Mr.. White offered comments on the site location,, access to West Markham Street, and the staff request for a 60 -foot buffer. He stated that the developer needed access onto Markham Street as well as Gamble Road and the Parkway. He indicated that the applicant could live with a 40' buffer as that would only cost one row of parking spaces. This 40' would be measured from the current right-of-way line. Mr. Fulkerson then offered his comments on the staff recommendation as they mainly related to access onto the Parkway. Mr. Don McChesney, City Engineer, presented his thoughts on the median that he is requesting in the Parkway, and other p_oints associated with access to this site and their affect on the Parkway. Mr. Joe White then offered comments on the design of the Parkway and points of turning movements allowed. He also discussed history of zoning and commitments made. After a lengthy discussion of the issues, the Commission determined that the applicant would do the following: (1) Change the planning material along the west line from the bushes indicated, on the Landscape Plan, to an evergreen screen to provide an opaque barrier at maturity. (2) No music or continuous programming over the P.A. system. The P.A. system to be erected along the south side of the project and focused towarded the north. (3) Access onto the Parkway to be permitted as shown on the plan without a left turn. (4) The owner to locate the access at least 300' from Gamble Road. (5 ) The owner is instructed that if a median is required at some future time, he/she will participate by paying for one-half. -_Z -499-7-A - .Continued (6) The owner is placed on notice that no guarantee of a median cut is granted. (7) Provide a minimum 60' dedication for the Parkway measured from the centerline of the right-of-way. The conditions were placed in a motion for approval. The motion passed by a vote of 9 -ayes, 0 noes, and 2 absent. Z=4'997 -A - Continued C. Issues/Discussion/Legal/Technical/Design 1. Provide information on plat regarding closure of. Nickell Street. 2. Use -contrary to plan for area. 3. Submit landscaping plan. D. Enqineerinq Comments 1. Street improvements on West Markham Street. See Engineering. 2. Access will be limited to right turn only onto Rock Creek Parkway because of future development of median. 3. Sidewalks on all streets. 4. Improve all boundary streets. E. Staff Recommendation Denial, based on departure from Land Use Plan, which recommends "C-3"/General Commercial, as opposed to "C-4" Open Display. Staff fears that the proposal will lead to other auto and display type uses on the Parkway. This use is inconsistent with the Parkway environment. Staff suggests locating this type of use east of Bowman Road. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE REVIEW: The applicant was instructed to: (1) get with Engineering and discuss their comments and the median on Rock Creek Parkway; (2) submit grading plan and cross-section; (3) provide landscaping materials that won't catch trash and rubbish as much as that proposed; (4) give detail on treatment of west side of property; and (5) indicate whether security fencing would be provided. J Z -4997-A - Continued PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (April 19, 1988) There were no objectors present. One letter of objection was received. Mr. Joe White was present representing Mr. Floyd Fulkerson, the applicant. Mr. White offered comments on the site location, access to West Markham Street, and the staff request for a 50 -foot buffer. He stated that the developer needed access onto Markham Street as well as Gamble Road and the Parkway. He indicated that the applicant could live with a 40' buffer as that would only cost one row of parking spaces. This 40' would be measured from the current right-of-way line. Mr. Fulkerson then offered his comments on the staff recommendation as they mainly related to access onto the Parkway. Mr. Don McChesney, City Engineer, presented his thoughts on the median that he is requesting in the Parkway, and other points associated with access to this site and their effect on the Parkway. Mr. Joe White then offered comments on the design of the Parkway and points of turning movements allowed. He also discussed history of zoning and commitments made. After a lengthy discussion of the issues, the Commission determined that the applicant would do the following: (1) Provide 40' buffer on the south side with one access point allowed as shown on the plan. (2) Change the planning material along the west line from the trees and grass indicated on the Landscape Plan, to an evergreen screen to provide an opaque barrier at maturity. (3) No music or continuous programming over the P.A. system. The P.A. system to be directed inward toward the building in order to be least offensive. (4) Access onto the Parkway to be permitted as shown on the plan without a left turn. Right turn in and out curbs to be.installed to enforce the right turn dual lanes. WAME: 'B. -C. Auto Plaza . Long -Form PCD (Z -4997-A) C LOCATION: SW Corner of Rock Creek Parkway and Gamble Road DEVELOPER: ENGINEER: Floyd Fulkerson White-Daters and Associates, Inc. 1075 Union Bank 401 Victory Street Little Rock, AR 72201 Little Rock, AR 72201 Phone: 376-4432 Phone: 374-1666 AREA: 6.90 acres NO. OF LOTS: 2 FT. NEW ST.: ZONING: "C-3"/"0-3" PROPOSED USE: Car Sales A. Proposal/Request 1. To develop 9.35 acres for a car dealership. 2. Development Proposal (a) Building Service........ 39,600 sq. ft. Office Service........... .... 14,500 sq. ft. (b) Parking 704 cars (ouside) 10 cars (showroom) (c) Open Landscape Area ., 21% B. Existinq Conditions The land is currently vacant. It is bordered by West Markham Street on the south, Gamble Road on the east and Rock Creek Parkway on the north. A single family brick home exists south of Markham. Nickell Street, a 40 -foot right-of-way which has been closed, runs through the property. 97-p - Continued (5)' The owner to locate the access to Rock Creek Parkw&-y at least 300' from Gamble Road. (6) The owner is instructed that if a median is required at some future time, he/she will participate by paying for the owner's pro rata share of the median cost, subject to final determination by the City. (7) The owner shall support the final decision of the City regarding a median. The owner is placed on notice that no guarantee of a median cut is granted. (8) Provide a minimum 60' dedication for the Parkway measured from the centerline of the right-of-way. The conditions were placed in a motion for approval. The motion passed by a vote of 9 ayes, 0 noes, and 2 absent. '.w �s�:.n�-..-.c...,.� � q� ...""jp':,- r �`_, i - "" ry'^.vz � � :s .. s r:.; r- • w + ,� NAME: B. -C. Auto Plaza Long -Form PCD (Z -4997-A) LOCATION: SW Corner of Rock Creek Parkway and Gamble Road T�F.VFT.f1l�1'l? • t+*Tr+rwT�c+n _ Floyd Fulkerson White-Daters and Associates, Inc. 1075 Union Bank 401 Victory Street Little Rock, AR 72201 Little Rock, AR 72201 Phone: 376-4432 Phone: 374-1666 AREA: 6.90 acres NO. OF LOTS: 2 FT. NEW ST.: ZONING: "C -3"/"O-3" PROPOSED USE: Car Sales A. Proposal/Request 1. To develop 9.35 acres for a car dealership. 2. Development Proposal (a) Building - Service ........... 39,600 sq. ft. - Office & Sales .... 14,500 sq. ft. (b) Parking ............. 704 cars (ouside) 10 cars (showroom) (c) Open Landscape Area .. 21% B. Existinq Conditions The land is currently vacant. It is bordered by West Markham Street on the south, Gamble Road on the east and Rock Creek Parkway on the north. A single family brick home exists south of Markham. Nickell Street, a 40 -foot right-of-way which has been closed, runs through the property. Z -4`997-A - Continued C. Issues/Discussion/Legal/Technical/Design 1. Provide information on plat regarding closure of. Nickell Street. 2. Use -contrary to plan for area. 3. Submit landscaping plan. D. Engineering Comments 1. Street improvements on West Markham Street. See Engineering. 2. Access will be limited to right turn only onto Rock Creek Parkway because of future development of median. 3. Sidewalks on all streets. 4. Improve all boundary streets. E. Staff Recommendation Denial, based on departure from Land Use Plan, which recommends "C-3"/General Commercial, as opposed to "C-4" Open Display. Staff fears that the proposal will lead to other auto and display type uses on the Parkway. This use is inconsistent with the Parkway environment. Staff suggests locating this type of use east of Bowman Road. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE REVIEW: The applicant was instructed to: (1) get with Engineering and discuss their comments and the median on Rock Creek Parkway; (2) submit grading plan and cross-section; (3) provide landscaping materials that won't catch trash and rubbish as much as that proposed; (4) give detail on treatment of west side of property; and (5) indicate whether security fencing would be provided. _4997-A -- Continued 5)' The owner to locate the access to Rock Creek Parkwa;r at least 300' from Gamble Road. 6 ) The owner is instructed that if a median is required at some future time, he/she will participate by paying for the owner's pro rata share of the median cost, subject to final determination by the City. (7) The owner shall support the final decision of the City regarding a median. The owner is placed on notice that no guarantee of a median cut is granted. (8) Provide a minimum 60' dedication for the Parkway measured from -the centerline of the right-of-way. The conditions were placed in a motion for approval. The motion passed by a vote of 9 ayes, 0 noes, and 2 absent. �Y•� 1 T►rMTnN ell 1,,17t-n-_�...e r Z -4997-A - Continued Y PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (April 19, 1988) There were no objectors present. One letter of objection was received. Mr. Joe White was present representing Mr. Floyd Fulkerson, the applicant. Mr. White offered comments on the site location, access to West Markham Street, and the staff request for a 50 -foot buffer. He stated that the developer needed access onto Markham Street as well as Gamble Road and the Parkway. He indicated that the applicant could live with a 40' buffer as that would only cost one row of parking spaces. This 40' would be measured from the current right-of-way line. Mr. Fulkerson then offered his comments on the staff recommendation as they mainly related to access onto the Parkway. Mr. Don McChesney, City Engineer, presented his thoughts on the median that he is requesting in the Parkway, and other points associated with access to this site and their effect on the Parkway. Mr. Joe White then offered comments on the design of the Parkway and points of turning movements allowed. He also discussed history of zoning and commitments made. After a lengthy discussion of the issues, the Commission determined that the applicant would do the following: (1) Provide 40' buffer on the south side with one access point allowed as shown on the plan. (2) Change the planning material along the west line from the trees and grass indicated on the Landscape Plan, to an evergreen screen to provide an opaque barrier at maturity. (3) No music or continuous programming over the P.A. system. The P.A. system to be directed inward toward the building in order to be least offensive. (4) Access onto the Parkway to be permitted as shown on the plan without a left turn. Right turn in and out curbs to be installed to enforce the right turn dual lanes. NAME: B.C. Auto Plaza "Long -Form PCD" (Z -4997-A) LOCATION: SW Corner of Rock Creek Parkway and Gamble Road DEVELOPER/ENGINEER: Floyd Fulkerson/White-Daters and Associates, Inc. EXISTING ZONING: "C-391/110-3" PROPOSED ZONING: PCD for Car Sales EXISTING STATUS: Vacant STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Denial based on departure from the Land Use Plan. The plan recommends General Commercial, 11C-3" as opposed to "C-4" Open Display. Staff feels that this will set a precedent for further open display uses in the area. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: The Planning Commission voted to approve the item subject to several conditions noted in the minute record. The vote was 9 ayes, 0 noes, 2 absent. Reasons for Planning Commission were: (1) A new car dealership at that location is desirable in order to provide convenient service to a growing section of the community. (2 ) Through the PUD process, the use of the site will be restricted to a car dealership which is less objectionable than a number of uses permitted by right in the "C-3" District, which is the existing zoning of the site. (3) With the restrictions imposed as part of the PCD, buffering will be provided for neighboring properties and extensive landscaping will be provided consistent with the Parkway environment. (4) The PCD will be more restrictive and limited in uses than the "C-4" District which is normally used for car dealerships. (5) The proposed use will a minimal impact on residentially zoned or existing single family uses near the site. (6) A car dealership creates less traffic than "C-3" uses such as Wal-Mart. NAME: LOCATION: DEVELOPER/ENGINEER: EXISTING ZONING: PROPOSED ZONING: B.C. Auto Plaza "Long -Form PCD" (Z -4997-A) SW Corner of Rock Creek Parkway and Gamble Road Floyd Fulkerson/White-Daters and Associates, Inc. "C-3"/"0-3" PCD for Car Sales EXISTING STATUS: Vacant STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Denial based on departure from the Land Use Plan. The plan recommends General Commercial, "C-3" as opposed to "C-4" Open Display. Staff feels that this will set a precedent for further open display uses in the area. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: The Planning Commission voted to approve the item subject to several conditions noted in the minute record. The vote was 9 ayes, 0 noes, 2 absent. Reasons for Planning Commission were: (1) A new car dealership at that location is desirable in order to provide convenient service to a growing section of the community. (2) Through the PUD process, the use of the site will be restricted to a car dealership which is less objectionable than a number of uses permitted by right in the "C-3" District, which is the existing zoning of the site. (3 ) With the restrictions imposed as part of the PCD, buffering will be provided for neighboring properties and extensive landscaping will be provided consistent with the Parkway environment. (4) The PCD will be more restrictive and limited in uses than the "C-4" District which is normally used for car dealerships. (5 ) The proposed use will a minimal impact on residentially zoned or existing single family uses near the site. (6) A car dealership creates less traffic than "C-3" uses such as Wal-Mart.