HomeMy WebLinkAboutZ-6253 Staff AnalysisFebruary 20, 1997
ITEM NO.: ib
NAME:
LOCATION:
OWNERIAPPLICANT:
PROPOSAL:
ORDINANCE DESIGN STANDARDS:
1. Site Location:
FILE NO.: Z-525
Cole - Conditional Use Permit
518 N. Beechwood Street
William and Denise Cole
A conditional use permit is
requested to allow for the use
of the existing accessory
building as an accessory
dwelling. The property is
zoned R-2.
The site is located on the west side of Beechwood
Street, approximately five (5) blocks north of West
Markham Street.
2. Compatibility with Neighborhood:
The properties immediately south and east (across
Beechwood Street) are zoned R-2 and contain single-
family residential uses. The properties immediately
west of this site (within the west half of this block)
contain a mixture of single-family, two-family and
multifamily zoning and uses. There is also a
multifamily structure located immediately northwest of
this lot. The residential structure at the southwest
corner of Beechwood and Woodlawn has been converted
into a medical clinic and the residential structure at
the southeast corner of this intersection has been
converted into a psychiatric clinic. A Harvest Food's
Store is located just further north along the west side
of Beechwood with a mixture of commercial uses along
the east side of Beechwood.
The proposed accessory dwelling should not have an
adverse effect on the surrounding properties.
3. On -Site Drives and Parking:
Access to the accessory dwelling will be gained by
utilizing the alley which runs along the west side of
the property.
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February 20,1997
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 16 Cont. FILE NO.: z--6253
With the creation of the accessory dwelling, the
applicant is required to provide one (1) off-street
parking space to serve the accessory dwelling. The
applicant is proposing two (2) parking spaces. One at
the southwest corner of the property and one within the
first floor of the accessory dwelling. The applicant
will install a 9 foot garage door on the west wall of
the accessory dwelling.
4. Screening and Buffers:
No comments
5. Public Works Comments:
1. Existing street is 24 wide with a four foot
sidewalk.
2. Repair of curb and gutter and/or sidewalk damaged
during or prior to construction with construction.
6. Utility and Fire De artment Comments:
No comments
7. Staff Analysis:
The applicants, William and Denise Cole, are requesting a
conditional use permit to allow for the use of the
existing accessory building as an accessory dwelling.
The property is zoned R-2.
The applicants are proposing to use the second floor of
the accessory building (350 square feet) as an accessory
dwelling. The first floor will be used for a garage and
storage. Mr. and Mrs. Cole's son will live in the
accessory dwelling while he is attending the University
of Arkansas at Little Rock. They may rent the apartment
to other students in the future. The Coles, who are the
property owners, will live in the principal structure.
The accessory building has existed on the site for a
number of years. Therefore, the .8 foot setback along
the north (side) property line and the building's rear
yard coverage are considered to be non -conforming. All
other setbacks meet or exceed ordinance requirements.
With the creation of the accessory dwelling, the
applicant is required to provide one (1) off-street
parking space to serve the accessory dwelling. The
applicants are proposing two (2) off-street parking
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February 20,'1997
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 16 (Cont.
FILE NO.: Z-6253
spaces on the site. One will be at the southwest corner
of the property, taking access from the alley through a
double gate. The second parking space will be within the
first floor of the accessory building. The applicants
will install a 9 foot garage door on the west side of the
accessory building.
The two-story accessory building will have a separate
electric meter only. All other utilities will be tied to
the principal dwelling.
The proposed accessory dwelling will not be out -of -
character with the Hillcrest Neighborhood, and it should
not have an adverse effect on the surrounding properties.
8. Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the conditional use permit
subject to compliance with the Public Works Comments.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (JANUARY 30, 1997)
William and Denise Cole were present, representing the
application. Staff gave a brief description of the
proposal.
There was a brief discussion concerning the fact that the
accessory building has existed on the site for a long period
of time and is non -conforming with respect to setbacks.
Staff explained to the Committee that the applicant will
provide two (2) off-street parking spaces on the site.
The Committee accepted the presentation and forwarded the
issue to the full Commission for final action.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(FEBRUARY 20, 1997)
The staff presented a positive recommendation on this
application, as there were no further issues for resolution.
There were no objectors to this matter.
The Chairman placed the item before the Commission for
inclusion within the Consent Agenda for approval as
recommended by staff. A motion to that effect was made.
The motion was passed by a vote of 11 ayes and 0 nays.
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