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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZ-6274-B Staff AnalysisFII F NO - 7-6274-B NAME: Grace Connections Short -form PD -C LOCATION: Located at 9110 1-30 DEVELOPER: Irwin Partners 1701 Centerview Drive Little Rock, AR 72211 ENGINEER: Arkansas Surveying 15825 Childress Road Bauxite, AR 72011 AREA: 3.5 acres CURRENT ZONING ALLOWED USES PROPOSED ZONING: PROPOSED USE: NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 C-4 — Open Display District Retail with outdoor display P D -C Church VARIANCES/WAIVERS REQUESTED: None requested. BACKGROUND: FT. NEVA STREET: 0 LF On March 17, 2005, The Little Rock Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit to allow Jose's Nite Club Latino, Inc. to utilize the site as a special event center/private club. The Little Rock Board of Directors adopted Resolution No. 11,993 on May 3, 2005, resending the Planning Commission's approval. A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST: Grace Connections, A New Testament Church is seeking a rezoning of this site from C-4, Open Display District to PD -C to allow a church facility to locate on this site utilizing the existing buildings and parking. Currently, Grace Connection Church has 142 members. Future plans call for a membership of 500 — 600 people. Grace Connection Church operates typical church hours. A FILE NO.: Z -6274-B (Cont. business office will be open during normal weekday operating hours. The church has worship services on Sunday and Wednesday. Choir and band practice occur on Thursday nights. Members of Grace Connection Church participate in Bible Studies and Life Groups at various times throughout the week. Church sponsored activities conclude before 10:00 pm. There will be no daycare use or school on the site. Currently the Church is planning on offering a "Mothers' Day Out" program five days per week; but does not have firm plans in place. Currently Grace Connections sponsors two (2) annual events. The first is called "Fall Fest". Fall fest is an outdoor, family oriented event featuring food, games and fellowship. The Church also hosts an annual "Racecar Dedication Service". This service, held in the spring, allows for racecar owners and drivers to bring their vehicles to the church for food, music, fun, fellowship and prayer. As the church grows, these types of annual events may increase. The plan indicates the existing buildings on the property. The Church plans to keep all existing buildings. It is the intent of the Church to convert the property to their use in phases. The first, and primary, phase will consist of a renovation of the main building, or the numerous interior improvements, including adding a sanctuary and classrooms, as well as adding a new facade to the front of the building. Eventually, Grace Connection plans on turning the 9,375 square foot building behind the main building into a family life center, which will include a gymnasium, kitchen area, and reception hall. Once the family life center has been finished, Grace Connection Church plans on developing a community basketball program. No firm timetable has been set for the conversion of the rear building, but Grace Connection Church plans on beginning construction as soon as the funds can be raised. Signage is proposed to comply with City ordinance standards for commercial zones. The site contains a parking area in the front of the building and an asphalt -paved surface along the side and rear of the building. Utilizing the parking lot in the front of the site and striping the paved areas around the building will result in 211 parking spaces. B. EXISTING CONDITIONS: The property fronts the 1-30 Frontage Road and is located in an area of mixed uses and zoning. Located to the west are an undeveloped, wooded tract, a vacant commercial building, a mini -warehouse complex and an apartment development. Adjacent to the north is an apartment development. A Shriner's Temple is adjacent to the east. Other uses in the area include a single-family subdivision further to the north and commercial businesses fronting University Avenue to the northeast. 2 FILE NO.: Z -6274-B Cont. C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: As of this writing, staff has received a few informational phone calls from area residents and the South Brookwood/Ponderosa Neighborhood Association. All property owners located within 200 -feet of the site, all residents who could be identified located within 300 -feet of the site along with the South Brookwood/Ponderosa Neighborhood Association and Southwest Little Rock United for Progress were notified of the public hearing. D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS: Public Works Conditions: No comment. E. UTILITIES AND FIRE DEPARTMENT/COUNTY PLANNING: Wastewater: Sewer available, not adversely affected. Enter- : No comment received. Center -Point Energy: No comment received. SBC: Approved as submitted. Central Arkansas Water: Contact Central Arkansas Water if larger and/or additional water meter(s) are required. If larger and/or additional meters are installed, a Capital Investment Charge based on the size of the meter connection(s) will apply to this project in addition to normal charges. Additional fire hydrant(s) may be required. Contact the Little Rock Fire Department to obtain information regarding the required placement of the hydrant(s) and contact Central Arkansas Water regarding procedures for installation of the hydrant(s). Contact Central Arkansas Water at 377-1225 for additional information. Fire Department: Approved as submitted. County Planning: No comment. CATA: The site is not located on a dedicated CATA Bus Route. F. ISSUES/TECHNICAL/DESIGN: Planninq Division: This request is located in the Geyer Springs West Planning District. The Land Use Plan shows Commercial for this property. The applicant has applied for a PCD for a church facility. The request does not require a change to the Land Use Plan. 3 FILE NO.: Z -6274-B (Cont.) Master Street Plan: The frontage road of 1-30 is shown as a Local Street on the Master Street Plan and may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements. Bic cle Plan: A Class III bike route is located along Chicot Road one-quarter mile to the west while a Class II bike route is located along Forbing Road to the north. City Recognized Neighborhood Action Plan: The applicant's property lies in the area covered by the 65th Street West Neighborhood Action Plan. The land Use and Zoning Goal lists the following objective relevant to this case: "Ensure that non-residential development and multifamily development in the area be limited to areas currently reserved for such uses on the Future Land Sue Plan or in areas currently zoned for non-residential and multi -family uses" This application is not in conflict with this statement. Landscape: No comment. G. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (March 8, 2006) The applicants were present representing the request. Staff presented an overview of the proposed development indicating there were additional items necessary to complete the review process. Staff questioned if any alternative uses were being requested for the site. The applicant stated a church was the only use being requested. Staff also questioned any additional improvements to be constructed on the site. The applicants stated no new construction would take place on the site; only renovations of existing structures were planned. Staff noted the proposed remodeling could trigger a landscape upgrade requirement. Staff noted comments from the other reporting departments and agencies suggesting the applicant contact them individually for additional clarification. There was no further discussion of the item. The Committee then forwarded the item to the full Commission for final action. H. ANALYSIS.- The NALYSIS: The applicant submitted a revised site plan to staff addressing most of the issues raised at the March 8, 2006, Subdivision Committee meeting. The applicant has indicated no alternative uses are being proposed with the request. Also, according to the applicant, no exterior modifications or improvements are being proposed. The site plan indicates the placement of a dumpster located near the rear of the site. A note on the site plan indicates the dumpster will be screened per City ordinance requirements. The applicant has indicated the service hours of the dumpster will be limited to daylight hours. 2 FILE NO.: Z -6274-B The site plan includes the placement of three (3) crosses within the front building setback. The wooden crosses are proposed as 15 -feet to 20 -feet in height. The site plan also indicates the placement of a single sign located in the front yard area consistent with signage allow in commercial zones. The intent is to utilize the existing pole sign on the site and replace the existing sign face with the church's information. There are no new paved area being proposed. The only modifications to the site will be the placement of a new fagade on the building and interior renovations. The site contains approximately 211 parking spaces. The church plans for a future membership of 500 — 600 persons. Based on the indicated membership one hundred fifty parking spaces would typically be required. Grace Connection Church operates typical church hours. A business office will be open during normal weekday operating hours. The church has worship services on Sunday and Wednesday. Choir and band practice occur on Thursday nights. Members of Grace Connection Church participate in Bible Studies and Life Groups at various times throughout the week. Church sponsored activities conclude before 10:00 pm. Currently two (2) annual events are sponsored. The first is called "Fall Fest" and is an outdoor, family oriented event featuring food, games and fellowship. A sound system will be utilized during this event. The Church also hosts an annual "Racecar Dedication Service" which is held in the spring and allows for racecar owners and drivers to bring their vehicles to the church for food, music, fun, fellowship and prayer. This event will have live music. In both instances the church plans on utilizing the front of the church so that the church will not disturb the neighbors to the rear. All outdoor activities will conclude at or before sunset. As the church grows, these types of annual events may increase. There will be no daycare use or school on the site. Currently the Church is planning on offering a "Mothers' Day Out" program five days per week; but does not have firm plans in place. The plan indicates the existing buildings on the property. The Church plans to keep all existing buildings. It is the intent of the Church to convert the property to their use in phases. The first, and primary, phase will consist of a renovation of the main building, or the numerous interior improvements, including adding a sanctuary and classrooms, as well as adding a new fagade to the front of the building. Eventually, plans including turning the 9,375 square foot building behind the main building into a family life center, which will include a gymnasium, kitchen area, and reception hall. Once the family life center has been finished, Grace Connection Church plans on developing a community basketball program. No firm timetable has been set for the conversion of the rear building, but Grace Connection Church plans on beginning construction as soon as the funds can be raised. 5 FILE NO.: Z -6274-B (Co Staff is supportive of the applicant's request. Staff feels the developers have done an adequate job addressing issues and concerns to protect the adjoining properties. Staff does not feel the placement of a church at this location will negatively impact the adjoining properties. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the request subject to compliance with the comments and conditions as outlined in paragraphs D, E and F of the above agenda staff report. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (MARCH 30, 2006) The applicant was present representing the request. There were no registered objectors present. Staff presented the item with a recommendation of approval subject to compliance with the comments and conditions as outlined in paragraphs D, E and F of the agenda staff report. There was no further discussion of the item. The chair entertained a motion for placement of the item on the Consent Agenda for Approval. The motion carried by a vote of 9 ayes, 0 noes, 1 absent and 1 recusal (Jeff Yates). D March 30, 2006 ITEM NO.: 16 FILE NO.: Z -6274-B NAME: Grace Connections Short -form PD -C LOCATION: Located at 9110 1-30 DEVELOPER: Irwin Partners 1701 Centerview Drive Little Rock, AR 72211 ENGINEER: Arkansas Surveying 15825 Childress Road Bauxite, AR 72011 AREA: 3.5 acres CURRENT ZONING: ALLOWED USES: PROPOSED ZONING: PROPOSED USE NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 C-4 — Open Display District Retail with outdoor display PD -C Church VARIANCESM/AIVERS REQUESTED: None requested. BACKGROUND: FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF On March 17, 2005, The Little Rock Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit to allow Jose's Nite Club Latino, Inc. to utilize the site as a special event center/private club. The Little Rock Board of Directors adopted Resolution No. 11,993 on May 3, 2005, resending the Planning Commission's approval. A. PROPOSAUREQUEST: Grace Connections, A New Testament Church is seeking a rezoning of this site from C-4, Open Display District to PD -C to allow a church facility to locate on this site utilizing the existing buildings and parking. Currently, Grace Connection Church has 142 members. Future plans call for a membership of March 30, 2006 SUBDIVISION ITEM NO.: 16 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-6274-8 500 — 600 people. Grace Connection Church operates typical church hours. A business office will be open during normal weekday operating hours. The church has worship services on Sunday and Wednesday. Choir and band practice occur on Thursday nights. Members of Grace Connection Church participate in Bible Studies and Life Groups at various times throughout the week. Church sponsored activities conclude before 10:00 pm. There will be no daycare use or school on the site. Currently the Church is planning on offering a "Mothers' Day Out" program five days per week; but does not have firm plans in place. Currently Grace Connections sponsors two (2) annual events. The first is called "Fall Fest". Fall fest is an outdoor, family oriented event featuring food, games and fellowship. The Church also hosts an annual "Racecar Dedication Service". This service, held in the spring, allows for racecar owners and drivers to bring their vehicles to the church for food, music, fun, fellowship and prayer. As the church grows, these types of annual events may increase. The plan indicates the existing buildings on the property. The Church plans to keep all existing buildings. It is the intent of the Church to convert the property to their 'use in phases. The first, and primary, phase will consist of a renovation of the main building, or the numerous interior improvements, including adding a sanctuary and classrooms, as well as adding a new fagade to the front of the building. Eventually, Grace Connection plans on turning the 9,375 square foot building behind the main building into a family life center, which will include a gymnasium, kitchen area, and reception hall. Once the family life center has been finished, Grace Connection Church plans on developing a community basketball program. No firm timetable has been set for the conversion of the rear building, but Grace Connection Church plans on beginning construction as soon as the funds can be raised. Signage is proposed to comply with City ordinance standards for commercial zones. The site contains a parking area irrthe front of the building and an asphalt -paved surface along the side and rear of the building. Utilizing the parking lot in the front of the site and striping the paved areas around the building will result in 211 parking spaces. B. EXISTING CONDITIONS: The property fronts the 1-30 Frontage Road and is located in an area of mixed uses and zoning. Located to the west are an undeveloped, wooded tract, a vacant commercial building, a mini -warehouse complex and an apartment development. Adjacent to the north is an apartment development. A Shriner's Temple is adjacent to the east. Other uses in the area include a single-family 2 March 30, 2006 SUBDIVISION ITEM NO.: 16 (Cont.) FILE NO.: _ Z -6274-B subdivision further to the north and commercial businesses fronting University Avenue to the northeast. C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: As of this writing, staff has received a few informational phone calls from area residents and the South Brookwood/Ponderosa Neighborhood Association. All property owners located within 200 -feet of the site, all residents who could be identified located within 300 -feet of the site along with the South Brookwood/Ponderosa Neighborhood Association and Southwest Little Rock United for Progress were notified of the public hearing. D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS: Public Works Conditions: No comment. E. UTILITIES AND FIRE DEPARTMENT/COUNTY PLANNING: Wastewater: Sewer available, not adversely affected. Entergy: No comment received. Center -Point Energy: No comment received. SBC: Approved as submitted. Central Arkansas Water: Contact Central Arkansas Water if larger and/or additional water meter(s) are required. If larger and/or additional meters are installed, a Capital Investment Charge based on the size of the meter connection(s) will apply to this project in addition to normal charges. Additional fire hydrant(s) may be required. Contact the Little Rock Fire Department to obtain information regarding the required placement of the hydrant(s) and contact Central Arkansas Water regarding procedures for installation of the hydrant(s). Contact Central Arkansas Water at 377-1225 for additional information. Fire Department: Approved as submitted. County Planning: No comment. CATA: The site is not located on a dedicated CATA Bus Route. F. ISSUES/TECHNICAUDESIGN: Planning Division: This request is located in the Geyer Springs West Planning District. The Land Use Plan shows Commercial for this property. The applicant has applied for a PCD for a church facility. 3 March 30, 2006 SUBDIVISION ITEM NO.: 16 (Cont.) — FILE NO.: Z -6274-B X H The request does not require a change to the Land Use Plan. Master Street Plan: The frontage road of 1-30 is shown as a Local Street on the Master Street Plan and may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements. Bicycle Plan: A Class III bike route is located along Chicot Road one-quarter mile to the west while a Class II bike route is located along Forbing Road to the north. CitV Recognized Nei hborhood Action Plan: The applicant's property lies in the area covered by the 65th Street West Neighborhood Action Plan. The land Use and Zoning Goal lists the following objective relevant to this case: "Ensure that non-residential development and multifamily development in the area be limited to areas currently reserved for such uses on the Future Land Sue Plan or in areas currently zoned for non-residential and multi -family uses" This application is not in conflict with this statement. Landscape: No comment. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (March 8, 2006) The applicants were present representing the request. Staff presented an overview of the proposed development indicating there were additional items necessary to complete the review process. Staff questioned if any alternative uses were being requested for the site. The applicant stated a church was the only use being requested. Staff also questioned any additional improvements to be constructed on the site. The applicants stated no new construction would take place on the site; only renovations of existing structures were planned. Staff noted the proposed remodeling could trigger a landscape upgrade requirement. Staff noted comments from the other reporting departments and agencies suggesting the applicant contact them individually for additional clarification. There was no further discussion of the item. The Committee then forwarded the item to the full Commission for final action. ANALYSIS: The applicant submitted a revised site plan to staff addressing most of the issues raised at the March 8, 2006, Subdivision Committee meeting. The applicant has indicated no alternative uses are being proposed with the request. Also, according to the applicant, no exterior modifications or improvements are being proposed. The site plan indicates the placement of a dumpster located near the rear of the site. A note on the site plan indicates the dumpster will be screened CI March 30, 2006 SUBDIVISION ITEM NO.: 16 FILE NO.: Z -6274-B per City ordinance requirements. The applicant has indicated the service hours of the dumpster will be limited to daylight hours. The site plan includes the placement of three (3) crosses within the front building setback. The wooden crosses are proposed as 15 -feet to 20 -feet in height. The site plan also indicates the placement of a single sign located in the front yard area consistent with signage allow in commercial zones. The intent is to utilize the existing pole sign on the site and replace the existing sign face with the church's information. There are no new paved area being proposed. The only modifications to the site will be the placement of a new fagade on the building and interior renovations. The site contains approximately 211 parking spaces. The church plans for a future membership of 500 — 600 persons. Based on the indicated membership one hundred fifty parking spaces would typically be required. Grace Connection Church operates typical church hours. A business office will be open during normal weekday operating hours. The church has worship services on Sunday and Wednesday. Choir and band practice occur on Thursday nights. Members of Grace Connection Church participate in Bible Studies and Life Groups at various times throughout the week. Church sponsored activities conclude before 10:00 pm. Currently two (2) annual events are sponsored. The first is called "Fall Fest" and is an outdoor, family oriented event featuring food, games and fellowship. A sound system will be utilized during this event. The Church also hosts an annual "Racecar: Dedication Service" which is held in the spring and allows for racecar owners and drivers to bring their vehicles to the church for food, music, fun, fellowship and prayer. This event will have live music. In both instances the church plans on :utilizing the front of the church so that the church will not disturb the neighbors to the rear. All outdoor activities will conclude at or before sunset. As the church grows, these types of annual events may increase. There will be no daycare use or school on the site. Currently the Church is planning on offering a "Mothers' Day Out" program five days per week; but does not have firm plans in place. The plan indicates the existing buildings on the property. The Church plans to keep all existing buildings. It is the intent of the Church to convert the property to their use in phases. The first, and primary, phase will consist of a renovation of the main building, or the numerous interior improvements, including adding a sanctuary and classrooms, as well as adding a new fagade to the front of the building. Eventually, plans including turning the 9,375 square foot building behind the main building into a family life center, which will include a gymnasium, kitchen area, and reception hall. Once the family life center has been finished, Grace Connection Church plans on developing a community basketball program. 5 March 30, 2006 SUBDIVISION ITEM NO.: 16 (Cont.) FILE NO_: Z -6274-B No firm timetable has been set for the conversion of the rear building, but Grace Connection Church plans on beginning construction as soon as the funds can be raised. Staff is supportive of the applicant's request. Staff feels the developers have done an adequate job addressing issues and concerns to protect the adjoining properties. Staff does not feel the placement of a church at this location will negatively impact the adjoining properties. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the request subject to compliance with the comments and conditions as outlined in paragraphs D, E and F of the above agenda staff report. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (MARCH 30, 2006) The applicant was present representing the request. There were no registered objectors present. Staff presented the item with a recommendation of approval subject to compliance with the comments and conditions as outlined in paragraphs D, E and F of the agenda staff report. There was no further discussion of the item. The chair entertained a motion for placement of the item on the Consent Agenda for Approval. The motion carried by a vote of 9 ayes, 0 noes, 1 absent and 1 recusal (Jeff Yates). 0 ITEM NO.: 16 Z -6274-B NAME: Grace Connections Short -form PCD LOCATION: located at 9110 1-30 Planning Staff Comments: 1. Provide notification of property owners located within 200 -feet of the site, complete with the certified abstract list, notice form with affidavit executed and proof of mailing. The notice must be mailed no later than March 15, 2006. The Office of Planning and Development must receive the proof of notice no later than March 24, 2006. 2. The cover letter does not indicate any alternative uses for the site. Is in fact the approval request for a church facility only? 3. The cover letter indicates no school is being proposed as a part of the development. The cover letter indicates a mother's day out program at some point in the future. Are there any activities being proposed other than indicated? Will the church facility be available for leasing to non-members for activities — weddings, funeral? 4. The cover letter indicates no new improvements are anticipated as a part of the development. Is this in fact true? 5. No new signage is being proposed. The development will utilize existing signage removing the current sign and replacing the sign with the church sign. 6. Will there be a dumpster located on the site? If so provide the location of the proposed dumpster along with a note concerning the required screening. Will there be limits placed on the dumpster service hours? If so indicate the hours of service in the general notes section of the site plan. 7. Provide details of any outdoor activities to be held on the site along with the anticipated noise from these activities. 8. Any site lighting must be low level and directional, directed inward away from residentially zoned or used properties. Variance/Waivers: Public Works Conditions: No comment. Utilities and Fire Department/County Planning: Wastewater: Sewer available, not adversely affected. Entergy, Center -Point Energy: Item # 16 SBC: Central Arkansas Water: Contact Central Arkansas Water if larger and/or additional water meter(s) are required. If larger and/or additional meters are installed, a Capital Investment Charge based on the size of the meter connection(s) will apply to this project in addition to normal charges. Additional fire hydrant(s) may be required. Contact the Little Rock Fire Department to obtain information regarding the required placement of the hydrant(s) and contact Central Arkansas Water regarding procedures for installation of the hydrant(s). Contact Central Arkansas Water at 377-1225 for additional information. Fire Department: Approved as submitted. Caunty Planning: No comment. CATA: The site is not located on a dedicated CATA Bus Route. Planning Division- ivision: Landscape- Landscape_ Revised Revised plat/plan: Submit four (4) copies of a revised preliminary plat (to include the additional information as noted above) to staff on Wednesday, March 15, 2006. Item # 16 ITEM NO.: 16 NAME: Grace Connections Short -form PCD LOCATION: located at 9110 1-30 Z -6274-B Planning Staff Comments: 1. Provide notification of property owners located within 200 -feet of the site, complete with the certified abstract list, notice form with affidavit executed and proof of mailing. The notice must be mailed no later than March 15, 2006. The Office of Planning and Development must receive the proof of notice no later than March 24, 2006. 2. The cover letter does not indicate any alternative uses for the site. Is in fact the approval request for a church facility only? 3. The cover letter indicates no school is being proposed as a part of the development. The cover letter indicates a mother's day out program at some point in the future. Are there any activities being proposed other than indicated? Will the church facility be available for leasing to non-members for activities — weddings, funeral? 4. The cover letter indicates no new improvements are anticipated as a part of the development. Is this in fact true? 5. No new signage is being proposed. The development will utilize existing signage removing the current sign and replacing the sign with the church sign. 6. Will there be a dumpster located on the site? If so provide the location of the proposed dumpster along with a note concerning the required screening. Will there be limits placed on the dumpster service hours? If so indicate the hours of service in the general notes section of the site plan. 7. Provide details of any outdoor activities to be held on the site along with the anticipated noise from these activities. 8. Any site lighting must be low level and directional, directed inward- away from residentially zoned or used properties. Variance/Waivers: ,e,"'OuLp Public Works Conditions: No comment. Utilities and Fire Department/County Planning: Wastewater: Sewer available, not adversely affected. Entergy: �r4 Center -Point Energy: :)� 0. ltern # 16 SBC: Central Arkansas Water: Contact Central Arkansas Water if larger and/or additional water meter(s) are required. If larger and/or additional meters are installed, a Capital Investment Charge based on the size of the meter connection(s) will apply to this project in addition to normal charges. Additional fire hydrant(s) may be required. Contact the Little Rock Fire Department to obtain information regarding the required placement of the hydrant(s) and contact Central Arkansas Water regarding procedures for installation of the hydrant(s). Contact Central Arkansas Water at 377-1225 for additional information. Fire Department: Approved as submitted. County Planning: No comment. CATA: The site is not located on a dedicated CATA Bus Route. Planning Division: Landscape: Revised plat/pian: Submit four (4) copies of a revised preliminary plat (to include the additional information as noted above) to staff on Wednesday, March 15, 2006. Item # 16