HomeMy WebLinkAboutZ-5878 Staff AnalysisSeptember 20, 1994
ITEM NO.: 7 FILE NO_: Z-5878
NAME:
LOCATION:
OWNER APPLICANT:
PROPOSAL:
ORDINANCE DESIGN STANDARDS:
1. Site Location
Fletcher Branch Library -
Conditional Use Permit
5805 "H" Street
Central Arkansas Library System by
Bobby Roberts
A conditional use permit is
requested to allow for the
construction of a new building for
the Fletcher Branch Library on this
R-3 zoned property. The existing
building is to be razed and a
parking lot constructed in its
place. The parking lot property is
zoned O-3.
The existing library is located at the southeast corner of
"H" Street and Buchanan Street, two blocks east of
University Avenue. The proposed new building is to be
located directly behind the existing library, on the
southwest corner of "H" Street and Pierce Street.
2. Compatibility with Neighborhood
The library has existed at this location for many years.
The property is located at the edge of a large residential
neighborhood. Other uses in the area include a school and a
variety of office uses.
The library's entrance and parking lot are oriented away
from the residential neighborhood.
With attention give5n to screening the adjacent residential
properties, this new building should be compatible with the
neighborhood.
3. On- i e Drives and Parkincr
The new 13,000 square foot library requires 33 on-site
parking spaces. The applicant proposes to provide 45 spaces
including 2 handicapped spaces.
September 20, 1994
ITEM NO.: 7 (Continued) FILENP.: Z-5878
4. Screening and Buffers
Compliance with the City's Landscape and Buffer Ordinances
is required.
Attention must be given to screening the residences adjacent
to the south of the proposed library and parking lot.
5. City Engineer Comments
Close the alley where adjacent to library property.
Stormwater detention as well as a grading and drainage plan
are required prior to issuance of a building permit.
6. Utility Comment
No comments
7. Analysis
The Central Arkansas Library System proposes to construct a
new building to replace the existing Fletcher Branch
Library. This is to be accomplished by removing the three
residential structures located on the east half of the block
directly behind the existing library. The new building will
be constructed on this R-3 zoned property. Once the new
building is finished, the existing building will be removed
and the parking lot expanded in its place.
The new parking lot and building entrance are oriented
toward the north and west, away from the residential
neighborhood.
The Fletcher Branch Library has been an important part of
this neighborhood for many years and should continue as such
once this new structure is complete.
8. Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval subject to compliance with the
City's Landscape and Buffer Ordinances and compliance with
the City Engineer Comments.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT:
(AUGUST 18, 1994)
Rick Redden was present representing the applicant. Staff
presented the item and noted the Landscape and City Engineer
Comments.
K
September 20, 1994
ITEM NO.• 7 in FILE NO.: Z-5878
A brief discussion then followed concerning the proposed dumpster
location and its impact on the residence adjacent to the south.
The applicant was advised to increase the screening to 8 feet and
to provide additional landscape materials to help buffer this
area. The applicant was also told to provide the hours for trash
collection, with an emphasis on limiting the hours to an
appropriate time considering the proximity of the adjacent
residence.
The Committee determined there were no other outstanding issues
and forwarded the item to the full Commission for final
resolution.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(SEPTEMBER 20, 1994)
Rick Redden and Bobby Roberts were present representing the
Central Arkansas Library System. There were no objectors
present. Staff presented the item and informed the Commission
that a revised site plan had been submitted which placed
additional screening around the dumpster, including an 8 foot
tall fence and additional landscaping. The hours for the pickup
of the dumpster have been set as between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.
Ruth Bell, of the League of Women Voters, asked about lighting of
the parking lot.
Mr. Redden responded that the lighting would be low-level (161)
and directional, aimed away from adjacent residences.
After a brief discussion, the item was placed on the Consent
Agenda and approved with a vote of 9 ayes, 0 noes and 2 absent.
K]