HomeMy WebLinkAboutZ-6732 Application 1City of Little Rock
Office of the City Hall
City Manager 500 W. Markham
Little Rock, Arkansas 72201
(501) 371-4510
FAX # (501) 371-4498
December 1, 1999
Mr. Robert East, CEO
Downtown Partnership, Board President
East Harding Construction Company
2230 Cottondale Lane, Suite 3
Little Rock, AR 72202
Re: New Downtown Zoning Ordinance
Dear Bob:
I have received your November 30, 1999 letter about the proposed downtown zoning
ordinance and related issues.
As always, your requests are well thought out and reasonable. As a result, the Little
Rock Board of Directors will act on the Downtown Vision plans as part of the December
7, 1999 Board Meeting and with strong support by staff. I expect unanimous approval.
We will also delay action on the zoning ordinance until February and will appreciate all
Parties keeping the intensive schedule which you outlined. Mr. Tony Bozynsky of the
CitY's Planning Department will be the key contact for these sessions and for follow-up
questions.
Please let me know if you have questions or need additional information.
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City Manager
Cc: Mayor Jim Dailey
Mr. Tony Bozynski
November 30, 1999
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Mr. Cy Carney
City Manager
City Hall
500 West Markham, Room 204
Little Rock, AR 72201
Re: New Downtown Zoning Ordinance
Dear Cy:
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DEC 01 1999
As you know, The Downtown Partnership has had several meetings in the past month to
discuss the Six Bridges Plan, the Corridor Study, and the Downtown Framework Plan, as
well as the new zoning ordinance prepared by city planning staff for the downtown area.
The Six Bridges Pian, the Corridor Study, and the Downtown Framework Plan, all
address general guidelines for development and present an outline of the optimum way
for the city to develop.
After studying these three vision plans for the last sixty days, The Partnership in its
regularly scheduled board meeting last week, voted unanimously to approve these
conceptual plans and recommend adoption by the City of Little Rock.
We believe the next step in implementing these vision plans, is the adaption of zoning
ordinances and regulations which reflect the direction of these plans with specific zoning
requirements to accomplish these objectives. The Partnership Executive Committee in
joint session with the Physical Planning Committee has met twice to discuss the zoning
ordinance, and then recommend approval of the ordinance with these chanordinance presented by the City of Little Rock planning staff: After our meeting this past
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Monday, I was hopeful I could send you a list of changes we recommend f
after much in-depth discussion with representatives of the Citythges. However, ey Project for, e Donagh
Urban Studies, and The Downtown Partnership, it has become clear there are few areas of
concern in the zoning ordinance that we would like to discuss in more detail,
101 South Main, Little Rock, Arkansas 72201
PHONE (501) 375-0121 FAX (501) 375-1377
To this end The Downtown Partnership Executive Committee and Physical Planning
committee made several recommendations today which they are asking you to consider.
We would like to divide the work effort into two phases:
I. An immediate phase to solve the remaining differences in the current zoning
ordinance.
2. A future phase to consider issues of urban design which may require further
considerations of changes to the zoning ordinance or be resolved through new design
overlay districts for key areas of the Downtown.
In the first phase, we will to address only the following issues from the proposed zoning
ordinance in the immediate phase within a tight schedule to meet your goal of adoption
soon:
Street trees
The 5 foot build -to line
Parking
Percentage of transparency in a wall
• Maximum height requirements
• Coordination of corridor street designations
• Architecturally significant and historic structures
In the second phase, we will address the following issues as future recommendations:
° Minimum height requirements
• Overhead skywalks
° Underground utilities and street lights
Financial incentives (i.e. tax abatement)
I know you and the Planning Commission have spent a great amount of time on the
zoning ordinance, and you would like to bring this to a resolution as soon as possible.
We will commit to you to have a series of four meetings in December and early January,
to include the Planning Commission and Hugh Earnest in the discussions, or make a
special presentation to the Planning Commission if You think necessary.
By the last week of January we will have a final copy of our proposed changes
incorporated into the ordinance ready for Board adoption. I understand your feelings
concerning major changes in the ordinance and the possible necessity of these changes
needing to be discussed again by citizen groups. We feel as though we are expanding on
the input you have already received, and hopefully you will feel comfortable that new
citizen discussions are not necessary. We will, however, do whatever you believe is the
best way to proceed in this area. It is not our goal to make substantive changes in the
ordinance.
The Downtown partnership respectively requests you do two things regarding these
vision plans and zoning documents. First, we would like you to proceed with a resolution
for adoption of the Vision Plans at the December 7`h City Board meeting. Secondly, we
would ask you to put off adoption by the City Board of the new zoning ordinance until a
February board meeting. We will commit to have to you by this time, a new drag of the
ordinance incorporating any changes which our group thinks are appropriate. We
understand there was language in the zoning ordinance suggesting a delay of
implementation of six months to a year. We think this delay
for which we are asking, would fit that time period of review and implementation and
not impact the overall effect of your new zoning ordinance.
Cy, we certainly appreciate you willingness to work with us on what we consider a new
and exciting direction for downtown. PIease let me know if I can answer any questions.
Sincerely,
Robert East
President
CC: Christie Godwin
George Wittenberg
Wafter Malone
Jimmy Moses
Urban Use District
Uses: Permitted: Residential, Office or Commercial (inside)
Conditional: Industrial (I2 permitted), Commercial surface parking
Sets None except adjacent to Single Family
Front build -to -line ZERO
ygghn: 5• stories with bonuses (residential 2, CAT 1, retail
access 2SF per 1 SF)
Only Airport regulations 2nd to 9th, Broadway to Scott
Parking: None
If surface must be landscaped, if deck on Corridor must
have ground -level retail, etc, or false-fagade
Street -level: Transparency or display 60 percent
Street Trees: Required
Building, Orientation_ Primary entrance at sidewalk on street
Build materials: No corrugated or ribbed materials
Prima Streets: No trash receptacles or visible drive-in/drive through or
direct access to drive-in/drive through
R4 -A District
Use: Permitted: single family, duplex
Conditional: Multifamily (R5), Commercial (Cl)
Capitol to 9th, I-30 to Cumberland -- Multifamily by
right
Sets Front 15 ft
City of Little Rock
Office of the
City Manager
February 10, 2000
City Hall
500 W. Markham
Little Rock, Arkansas 72201
(501) 371-4510
FAX # (501) 371-4498
Mr. Robert East, CEO
Downtown Partnership Board President
East Harding Construction Company
2230 Cottondale Lane, Suite 3
Little Rock, AR 72202
Re: New Downtown Zoning Ordinance
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I have received your January 27, 2000 letter with the Downtown Partnership's recommendations.
The Partnership's diligence is greatly appreciated. In order to assure we cover all bases, an item
has been placed on the March 2, 2000 hearing of the Little Rock Planning Commission. This
will allow the Commission to consider the Partnership's recommendations prior to Board action.
I do not expect serious concerns, but it would be helpful to have someone there to answer any
questions the Commission may have. That meeting will be at 4:00 p.m. in the Board Chambers,
500 West Markham.
The entire zoning ordinance will be placed on the Board of Directors March 7, 2000 hearing for
consideration.
We look forward to continuing this work with the Partnership to make our downtown a vital
active area which attracts people not only from around the area but around this state and nation.
Sincerely,
Cy arney
City Manager
cc: C)ristie Godwin
Dray Bozynski
FOR BACKGROUND INFORMATION
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January 27, 2000
Mr. Cy Carney
City Manager
City Hall
500 West Markham, Room 204
Little Rock, AR 72201
Re: Inclusion in Development Goals in the Zoning Ordinance
Dear Cy:
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I certainly want to convey my appreciation for you allowing us the time to review the
Proposed Zoning ordinance, and to work with the City Planning Staff to incorporate
input from the Downtown Partnership. We've completed a series of four meetings with
members of various Partnership committees, and I am submitting a list of changes to
the proposed zoning ordinance we recommend be incorporated before they are adapted
by the City Board. The specific language for these proposed changes was drafted by
Walter Malone to be compatible with the existing ordinance, and I hope they meet with
your approval. I don't feel these are major changes to the ordinance, but do provide
additional important steps in a strong direction towards development goals downtown.
I would be happy to meet with the PIanning Commission and present these ideas,
discuss them and ask for adoption, or I will proceed in any maMeryou might deem
appropriate in order to expedite acceptance of these proposed changes. Again, I
appreciate your willingness to allow us the time to discuss and propose these changes,
and I urge you to adopt what I think are very important items in the new ordinance.
While the prima, goal of the Partnership and our discussions in the last few weeks has
been to expeditiously agree upon and present to you any specific changes we think
should be made in the zoning ordinance before it is approved by the Board, our very
strong secondary recommendation to you and the City Board, is to continue discussions
of the newly adopted ordinance and develop an ongoing process to continue making
changes in this ordinance as development occurs in the downtown area. As you know,
zorung requirements are very complex and specific, and we feel should be monitored
and revised as required in a growing and dynamic area such as downtown Little Rock.
101 South Main, Little Rock, Arkansas 72201
PHONE (501) 375-0121 FAX (501) 375-1377
Mr. Cy Carney
City Manager
January 27, 2000
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We think it would be prudent to discuss the implementation of an overlay district for
certain areas of downtown in order to insure compatible development, and address
specific needs and requirements of our urban core. To this end, we would propose the
Planning Commission designate the Downtown Partnership to take the lead in chairing
meetings of representatives from the Planning Commission, the City Planning Staff, d
the pertinent Partnership committees, to discuss the merits of and develop, if need
specific overlay district, as well as discuss the various developments approved in the
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downtown area and the effect of our new zoning ordinance on the type of develo
we are all striving to achieve. pme
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We think this is the most important part of our quest to conform to the visionplans
of
the Six Bridges Plan, the Corridors Study, and the Framework Pian adopted byi
Board, and the continual ms
onitoring of the permitting process should be donee to ty
conformance to these plans. We think this continuing review process will helpus sure
encourage development and not stifle it with aver -burdensome regulations, and also
will develop the downtown in a manner compatible with our long-termg oals.
We believe the following goals of development for a revitalized urban center in Li
Rock should be followed in granting any building permit: the
1. The planning principles of the Corridors Study and Six Bridges Plan,
and the Framework Plan will guide all development concepts,
2. Projects will recognize the original, and in some cases existing, built
street frontage by creating a continuous building fagade on the street
at the property line;
3• Existing buildings of any historic age or having architectural character
will be viewed as significant in any new development plans, and every
4• effort to preserve them or reuse them will be made;
New Projects in the downtown will conform to the existing, and often
older, built form where possible, avoiding unnecessary front setbacks,
placing parking in the rear of projects, coupling auto access with the
Parking areas and avoiding deVelopment styles typically designed for
lower density areas outside of the urban center;
Mr. Cy Carney
City Manager
January 27, 2000
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5. Landscaping and streetscaping will be incorporated in projects to
the fullest degree possible, and;
6• New building fagades will be as transparent as is feasible, utilizing
ges o encourage lively pedestr
window openings in their street faadtian
interaction.
Again Cy, I appreciate you and the planning commission allowing us this time to stud
these ordinances. We feel we`ve offered some good suggestions to incorporate into the
zoning plan, along with ideas for monitoring this plan in the ,future. But one of the
most important achievements of this discussion has been the interaction between public
and private groups, and serious input from all concerned who will be affected by this
ordinance, and who care about a viable downtown Little Rock. We believe this
discussion is healthy and necessary for all parties to work toward a common goal. I
realize this process is not quick yr necessarily pleasant to execute, but we feels very
necessary in achieving our common goal of a viable downtown Little Rock.
Please let me know how you wish to proceed with these proposed changes.
Sincerely,
�Jb
Robert East
President
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Ordinance Changes:
Section 2: Definitions
Drop `Integral accessory use'
Primary street definition add Ninth, Cumberland, Cross and Byrd streets to read as
follows:
Primary streets — means Capitol Avenue, Broadway, Byrd, Center,
Chester, Commerce, Cross, Cumberland, Main, Markham, Scott,
Spring, State, 7'h (west of Center), and 9 Streets,
Section 5: Urban Use District
C.3 Drop second sentence, read as follows:
No new drive-in or drive-through facilities may be visible or take
direct access from a primary street.
C. 5 Add sentence stating street trees are required, read as follows:
Street trees a minimum of 3" caliper shall be required (type of trees
listed in landscape ordinance). The trees shall be !coated a minimum
of 2'-0" off back of curb and shall be 30'-0" on center and no closer
than 30'-0" to street intersections, with a water source provided. The
tree canopy shall be maintained at least S feet above the sidewalk.
C. 8 Change (first paragraph only) transparency requirement from 35 to 60
percent, read as follows:
Street -level floor. The ground -level (street -fronting) floor for non-
residential structures shall have a minimum of 60 percent fagade area
transparent or window display.
C. 10 A change parking structure requirement (remove entire subsection and
replace) to just the six corridors, read as follows:
Parking structures. Any parking structure with frontage along Capitol
Avenue, Broadway, Chester, Main, Markham and Ninth Streets shall be
required to have active uses other than parking
(such as office, light retail, personal services and entertainment)
or a first floor building fagade constructed to meet the standards of this
section along said frontage.
E. Change 'base' building heights to 5 stories and change the western boundary
of the no height area to Broadway, read as follows:
Height regulations. No building hereafter erected or structurally altered
shall exceed a height of five (5) stories or 75 feet, whichever is less.
Developments that provide residential uses are entitled to add two stories
to the structure. Any structure that is certified by CATA (Central Arkansas
Transit Authority) as providing a portion of the structure for mass transit
(such as a bus stop, etc.) is entitled to one bonus floor. All building height
bonuses are cumulative no to exceed fifteen (15) stories or 225 feet.
For those structures within the area described as, 2 d Street south to 91h
Street and Scott Street west to Broadway, the structural height shall
governed by the "Adams Field Airport Zoning Ordinance" {Little'Rock Code
of Ordinance" (Little Rock Code of Ordinances 7-57).
F. 1 Change the front build -to -line to zero and remove the 20 foot option, the first
paragraph should read as follows:
Front yard. No setback, zero (0) foot build -to -line.
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Zoning ordinance changes: 1DRApr
1) Amend Section 36-2 Definitions -- adding:
Drive Through -- means an establishment which by design of physical facilities or
by the type of service offered, the customer conducts business from a motor
vehicle.
Pedestrian `urban' oriented -- means a development pattern designed at a
human (pedestrian) scale and orientation. This includes provision of visual items
of interest for the pedestrian -- window displays, streetscape amenities.
Integral accessory use — means an outdoor or partially enclosed use area, which
is an integral part directly servicing in a subordinate role a permitted interior use.
Build -to -line — means the line where the exterior fagade of a building is to be
located excluding any projections.
Commercial surface parking lot — means a surface parking lot, which has spaces
for lease or sale on a daily, monthly or annual basis.
Primacy street — means the street with the highest classification in the
Master Street Plan.
ll) Amend Article lll, Section 36-156. Height and area
exceptions -- Changing R-4 to R -4A in paragraph 2c. as follows:
"Accessory buildings or structures in the R-1 through R -4A districts..."
111) Amend Article IV, Section 36-176. Districts established -
adding:
R -4A low density residential district
UU urban use district
110 Amend Article V, Section 36-337. Districts - adding:
R -4A low density residential district
UU urban use district
19 Remove Article VI Sections 36-401 through 36-418 - Zoning
Plan for Central Little Rock Urban Renewal Project.
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VI) Amend Section 36-524. Exceptions/modifications (zoning
buffers) - adding:
(11) Developments within the Urban Use (UU) District shall provide land use
buffers only where abutting single-family and duplex use or zoning. Street
buffers shall not be required.
Land Use buffer. All sites developed. Modified or enlarged shall provide a land
use buffer(s) as follows:
1. Side property lines at five (5) percent of the average width of the lot on both
sides;
2. Rear property lines at five (5) percent of the average depth of the lot;
3. The minimum dimension shall be six (6) feet in all instances;
4. The maximum dimension required shall be forty (40) feet in all instances.
Vll)Adding two new Zone Districts to Article V District
Regulations - Urban Use (UU) and Low Density Residential (R -
4A)
SECTION—. URBAN USE DISTRICT
(a) General Purpose and Intent. The Urban Use district established by this
chapter is designed to assure the continuation of development consistent with a
traditional urban form. The Urban Use district is designed to help create a
compact, dense, distinguishable core area. The district is established in order to
provide for an urban form allowing mid -rise and high rise structures. This District
is to provide for the office, civic and business core of the City. Structures within
the Urban Use district are encouraged to provide multiple uses within the same
structure. The ground or street level of structures should include street oriented
activity and pedestrian amenities. The resulting area is to be pedestrian 'urban'
oriented.
(b) Application of Regulations. The regulations of this District shall apply to new
development, redevelopment, expansion of existing development or exterior
modifications. Routine repairs and maintenance shall not require compliance
with this section.
Except for construction of improvements in the public right of way required by the
City, and redevelopment or expansion of existing development, all uses,
structures or lots which existed on the effective date of this section which do not
conform to the standards and guidelines established in this section, shall be
treated as nonconforming according to the provisions of Article III of this chapter.
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(c) Development Criteria.
(1) Any lighting shall be placed so as to reflect light away from adjacent
residential structures. Fixtures adjacent to roadways shall be of a
design that minimizes glare to the motoring public. No excessive or
unusual noise, odor or vibration shall be emitted so that it constitutes a
nuisance, which substantially exceeds that general level of noise, odor or
vibration emitted by uses adjacent to or immediately surrounding the site.
Such comparisons shall be made at the boundary of the site.
(2) All trash receptacles and pickup shall be oriented away from therip mart'
street side of the property and screened from the public right-of-way.
Trash receptacles shall be placed adjacent to alleys if alleys are
available.
(3) No new drive-in or drive-through facilities may be visible # OW the P ih'ir.
:Rght of way or take direct access from the primary street. For
developments with only one street frontage a conditional use review
is required.
(4) Building facade materials. PrifflaFy lgWild"Ma f-r"do
, Facade materials may be any standard
material except corrugated or ribbed materials.
(5) Landscaping
a. All vehicular use areas and public right-of-way shall be in compliance
with chapter 15, article IV.
b. Street trees (tree types as listed in the landscape ordinance) shall be
a minimum 3" caliper trees. The trees shall be located a minimum
of 2'-0" off back of curb and shall be 30'- 0" on center, no closer
than 30'- 0" to a street intersection, with a water source provided.
The tree canopy shall be maintained at least 8 feet above the
sidewalk.
c. Unless otherwise approved, the planter well shall have placed at its
base a six (6) inch thick section of approximately one (1) inch gravel
with filter fabric laid on top to assist with drainage.
(6) Sidewalks.
a. Sidewalks shall consist of a minimum 5 foot concrete walk, excluding
the first 2 feet from the curb. Sidewalks shall provide a minimum 7
foot horizontal clearance at a height of 4 feet from the ground.
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b. Sidewalk sales and daily display or vending that is stored inside the
principal business building during closed business hours, &ha ma
be allowed. However, these activities shall not obstruct _pedestrian
movement, fire lanes, or areas designated for access by the
physically impaired.
(7) Building orientation. Buildings must be oriented to the street. The
primary entrance of the building shall be at street level on the street at
the sidewalk. Entrances shall be designed so that the door will not swing
beyond the property line.
(8) Street -level floor. The ground -level (street fronting) floor of non-residential
structures shall have a minimum of 60 35 percent transparent or window
display.
If at least 50 percent of the street -level office and retail space has direct
access to the street, the total building square footage may be increased
with additional floor(s) at a rate of 2 square feet for each one square foot
of leasable space directly accessible to the street. On the street level the
maximum area of sign may also be doubled if the above requirement is
met.
(9) Projections (all requirements for a franchise remain in place).
a. Objects shall not project from the building facade over the public right
of way except for awnings and balconies.
b. Awnings shall not project more than 5'-0" from the building facade
and have a minimum clearance of 9'-0" above the sidewalk.
c. Balconies over the public right of way shall have a minimum
clearance of 9'-0" above the sidewalk. The maximum projection shall
be 4'0".
(10) Parking requirements. No off-street parking shall be required.
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a. Parking structures. The ground or street -level of a parking structure
shall be constructed (minimum clearance height of 12 feet] to
allow for active use other than parking such as offices !i ht
retail, personal services and entertainment] for at least 50
percent of the street frontage on the primastreet. For
structures with only one street frontage the 50 percent
requirement is exclusive of entrance driveways s� fairways and
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initial construction, then the related structure may add one story in
height. In addition, the maximum area devoted to signage on the
first story may be doubled if the alternative uses are in place at initial
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(11) Signs. Off -premise, pole, and monument signs are not allowed;
otherwise, permitted signs shall be as in Section 36-553 "Signs
permitted in institutional and office zones" of the Zoning Ordinance.
(d) Use Regulations
(1) Permitted Uses. Uses permitted shall include all those allowed in the
Residential Districts, Office Districts and Commercial Districts as
`permitted uses', in Chapter 36. Except that, all uses must be inside or
enclosed. Within the front setback where an integral accessory use is
provided, the integral accessory use area need not be totally enclosed.
(2) Conditional uses. Conditional uses shall include those allowed in the
Light Industrial '1-2' District as 'permitted uses', in Chapter 36. Except
that all uses must be inside or enclosed.
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(e) Height regulations. No building hereafter erected or structurally altered shall
exceed a height of three (3) stories or 45 feet, whichever is less. Developments
which provide a minimum 20 percent of the gross floor area for residential uses
are entitled to a maximum height of five (5) stories or 75 feet, whichever is less.
Any structure which is certified by CATA (Central Arkansas Transit Authority) as
providing a portion of the structure for mass transit (such as a bus stop, etc.), is
entitled to one bonus floor. All building height bonuses are cumulative not to
exceed ten (10) stories or 150 feet.
In the area bounded by Markham Street on the north, 8th Wh street on the south,
Scott Street on the east, and Broadway Street on the west, building height shall
be controlled by the Adams Field Airport Zoning Ordinance (section 7-57, height
limitations in the Little Rock Code of Ordinances).
(f) Area regulations.
(1) Front yard. Five foot build to line. If there is an adjacent structure, which
is closer than five feet, then the new structure may be built using the line
of the pre-existing structure. (In no case may a structure be built in the
right-of-way.) A development with an integral accessory use may
increase the setback (build -to line) to 20 feet.
Along Capitol Avenue, west of Broadway Street and east of Scott Street,
the front building line shall be 25 feet. Along Chester Street from 1-630 to
La Harpe Boulevard the front building line shall be 10 feet.
In no case is the storage or parking of vehicles allowed in the front
setback.
(2) Rear yard. No setback required except where adjacent to lots containing
single family detached structures. In this case the rear yard shall have a
set back of not less than twenty-five (25) feet.
(3) Side yard. No setback required except where adjacent to lots containing
single family detached structures. In this case the side yards shall have
a set back of not less than four (4) feet.
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Sec. . R4 -A Low Density Residential
(a) Purpose and intent. The purpose of the R -4A District is to protect existing
developed residential neighborhoods. It is intended for single family use with
conversions to two family units or the addition of accessory residential units.
The R -4A district should be located in developed areas of the city where an
environment suitable for moderate -density residential (use) and in an established
medium -density residential areas where densification may facilitate their
continuation as desirable residential areas. Accessory uses, conditional uses
and home occupations are permitted as long as they do not have objectionable
characteristics a -P and provided further
that they otherwise conform to the provisions of this chapter. The district is
intended to be an urban low to moderate -density residential area, where an
occasional nonresidential use adds to the overall character of the neighborhood.
(b) Use Regulations.
(1) Permitted uses. Permitted uses are single-family and two-family
residences.
(2) Other uses. Accessory, home occupation, temporary, special and
conditional uses allowed within the R -4A low-density residential district
shall be the same as those in the R-1, R-2, R-3 single-family districts.
In addition any by -right uses within the C-1 neighborhood commercial
district may be allowed as conditional uses in R -4A as specifically
approved by the Planning Commission. These uses must follow the
development criteria listed under C-1 neighborhood commercial and
have a traditional design consistent with the neighborhood.
(3) Within the area bounded by Capitol Avenue on the north, 9th street on
the south, 1-30 on the east, and Cumberland Street on the west, in
addition to the above uses, multi -family use, as defined by R-5 urban
residential district, shall be a permitted use.
(c) Height regulations. No building hereafter erected or structurally altered shall
exceed a height of thirty-five (35) feet.
(d) Area regulations.
(1) Front yard. There shall be a front yard setback having a depth of not less
than twenty4ivAa� fifteen (15] feet. If there is an adjacent structure,
which is closer than 2=5 15 feet, then the new structure may be built using
the line of the pre-existing structure. In no case may a structure be built
in the right-of-way.
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(2) Side yard. There shall be a side yard on each side of the building having
a width of not less than ten (10) percent of the average width of the lot,
not to exceed five (5) feet.
(3) Rear yard. There shall be a rear yard having a depth of not less than
twenty-five (25) feet.
(4) Lot area regulations. There shall be a lot area of not less than five
thousand (5,000) square feet. In addition, there shall be a lot width of not
less than fifty (50) feet and a lot depth of not less than one hundred (100)
feet.
(3) Accessory structures and additions. Accessory structures or principal
building additions of conventional on-site construction are permitted by
right.
Vlll) Modify map to change the area, from Cross to 130 and 1630
to River, to Urban Use and R -4A Districts.
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N'OT10E OF PUBUC HEARING
117R 2, 1BBB. x14:00 to er d to Board d praetors d she Gly of
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CftJe 4e5 so as be aeries Uhrxav dcci fkabcrs do the ImowrgprWerUnantl
dfq' maters
1 Nerd Section 362 Ocriatpis- add'igde/rtrtiord fa OneT7vpglt Pecastnan
-kkbor orleMed, INepa! oncessory use, 9wldWwe. Camtxpal iunax pe"
Id
3 Am" Sxaan 361% Iia and arca evneptions • Changing R-4 to R -4A to
W tlnatufs7 a91d1D'S. %co gory bukli .7s or 51vto"its m we R-1 thilo.0 R-
3 Amend Section 36337. Districts - adding:
"R4A lox density residential district', "UU urban use district'
4 Rernom Article M Sections 36401 through 36 -416 -Zoning Ran for Central Little
Ra& tkban Renevmul Agee -
5 Amend Section 36524 Excepliorarmodificetiors (zoriirg buffers) - adding
"(11) Development-, wltdn the Urban Use IL1U} Dislnci shit circle land usB bEf[r3
h lreWr singlFfarity Arid kkRAnc useautirr}. hullers ala'Inot
Lard Use badf&r. Al sites developed Modified or enlarged shall provide a lard use
bderjsJ as 1JOBOR ,
1. Side property lines at five (5) percent of the average width of the lot on both
aides,
2 Rear p W" fines at fire (5) parcert of Ce average 650 of the fol:
3 The Mrcrtan darer W stop be six (6) feet >n ad rrdtAnxs:
4 The minry rn durerW n regiiirec shag Ice "(40) feet n all uk5lanps4"
6 Addinrgq Ivm nrew7Ane Dstncts to Zoning Ortamince - Urban Use (UU) and Lav
Density fLlsvlenbal (R-0)
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to dna Ark;irkaas ffti�vs� CWHIDEdOird 101.301tpn 7111 SVaet to P.NIM d Spa Little
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10
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277. 250-297.351.356) ei rew+ad to IUUI) Urban Lhe Ds tric.
Z- Mt through Z-6735, generally in an area from Ctertlerland to Ferry from 6th to
91h 500
1330 Iron 5a11U to Commerce. I $36 to t91n from Orribedand W Bragg, and 5th to lith
SIMM College t4 By*(Lmotbed as S &Afmcds Addition except Gkeks 1.3 and4
Ind North 'l d Ttap%w Block 4:0 SxprocrsonS; Johns rii Addit1Rh except slocks 1
and 2, "s Addition Rock 6. R*aatovnAddroen 6lods 15 and 20,, TJRo"s
EXCE4iGl.51LBlock • i1 Lot 4�Blodis 42.
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ZS736 and Z-6737, generally in an area bets den Camrrrenre and McNrrionl and 9th
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Gly Pw k AdoflcA of Diginat Gty, a parcei of land sibraled in tie NE Y. of Setlirii 3,
7.1-N. i41g•W. G.yd Luk R c, PUMki Caunty.RMuvax mdWrg a pxbw of
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AND
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Mae or less
AND
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!erre toratod in the City d Uccle Rack, Pulaski Ca..r;y Arkasaa, and tang morn
prtalady desu bed as fdloNs
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ng ht-d4w? ire Of to Mssduc Pbcyc Imo'road• WONM *79 the M Of a Me to the right
wth a rectus d 1.156.67 feet and said ate I%wrg a diad bearing aye datmm of
SV493M 240 feel for 240 feet tetras 56q'4BE 64.15 fOek Vence a" Ow arc of a
rive to the left with a (adus of 1,516.36 feet, said arc haArcg a chalyd beading of
S6V17in 2756 feel for adlstnp.-d 27.56 foal tea pont SW point btie
intersection of lmandte =bf-ray loci ezterraaddhtan Srtel
1MncC almtJ said !k -d way line d A��n Streer N00'0d30E.101.85 feet
baa Part Dlrhe yItipl vvdler inark. inikn 235, 711 tm) on tie r4kt rkof ft
Arkarsas RtCr, C=Me' Wfms 'tory aior9 Lha minanA fid .a0er 6w pi Tri ingN bark d IFK
An,arsas River W tie PON of Begirtrsrg and oonlairing 3 4 acres, more or less) is rezoned
W Open Space (OS)
The era of affected property is Sttjea To decrease. and the proposed nee dassifikadons are
&4ed Io a more reundpp dasaAMMin
Al mteresled parties may cur aft be heard al sAd tare end Place -The app
ititaaon aril other
pec rw4 clew ary spin std ardirsds fa dsMaOn in To Ll +arrnYa of RL7MM and
D do¢r>er>f• M Wolf Marklma Ute ROCK Afkan:as
At irdddred parties cur irMiod to nc a the application in said office and discus the details
with the VVWW Wore. Raratirg Myoger.
GIVEN UNDER MY HAND THIS 6TH DAY OF AUGUST, 1999
W acx Mwav- Paring Manager
DeWr nl of Planning and Oekeoprrent
324 Midland Avenue
Little Rock, AR 72205
September 16, 1999
Mr. Walter Malone
Department of Planning and Development
723 West Markham
Little Rock, AR 72201
Dear Mr. Malone:
Enclosed is a response from the League of Women Voters of Pulaski County to the proposed
zoning ordinance affecting the downtown area of Little Rock. At the request of Ruth Bell, I am
submitting it on behalf of the League since I have served on three successive committees
concerned with this work.
Please feel free to contact me at 682-5303 should you have questions.
Sincerely,
Barbara Patty
LWVPC Representative
MacArthur Park Planning Area and
Downtown Steering Committee
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Downtown Little Rock: Framework for the Future
Comment on Proposed Zoning Ordinance Changes
Pulaski County League of Women Voters
A representative from the League of Women Voters of Pulaski County has served on three
successive downtown planning committees beginning with the MacArthur Park Planning Area.
There are principles which have emerged in discussions of the various groups. These principles
include enhancement of the urban setting; creation of a sense of wholeness and unity in
downtown; pedestrian friendliness; and appropriate settings for parking.
The ways in which the proposed zoning ordinance changes for downtown development address
such principles are critical. The sections related to facades, setbacks, landscaping, lighting, and
related issues allow our urban setting to be enhanced or further destroyed. These elements also
serve to create a sense of wholeness and unity or a sense of fragmentation and disharmony.
Compromises have been made relative to building materials, transparent surface space,
landscaping, projections, and placement of trash receptacles and drive-in facilities. However,
these elemerifs can still work together to create a cohesive environment if the proposed ordinance
is not weakened further.
A major employer has recently committed to a downtown development, with generous
incentives provided by the Little Rock Board of Directors. It concerns the League that aspects of
the property development will not meet the requirements of this ordinance even though the draft
document was in place at the time the plan was announced.
These same elements work to create a friendly atmosphere for pedestrians or to discourage
pedestrian traffic. Drive-in facilities and trash receptacles have the potential to create an
unfriendly and inhospitable atmosphere. The Commission should look carefully at the proposed
changes to determine their effect on both pedestrians and the cohesiveness of the area. What is
the potential impact of the changes proposed in Urban Use District (c)(2-3)?
Another critical element is the amount of space allocated to surface parking. This has been the
object of much debate in connection with the space itself as well as the appropriate landscaping
treatment. Surface parking lots dominate a portion of our downtown property. They are often
poorly maintained and poorly landscaped, if at all. Passing lots of rusting poles and chains,
broken asphalt; and weedy cracks detracts from all that is positive about the urban setting in
Little Rock.
The League does not support additional space devoted to surface parking and urges the Planning
Commission to resist any pressures to approve new lots in the future. It further urges the
Commission to discuss ways in which incentives may be offered to build parking structures with
retail space on the ground level to reduce existing surface parking. Little Rock once had a large
number of parking structures rather than the vast space now devoted to surface parking. It is a
good idea whose time has come once again. To the extent that surface parking remains a fixture
in our downtown area, the Commission should insist on landscaping as an essential element in
creating an environment that is friendly to pedestrians and has a sense of wholeness and unity.
N
The Arkansas Democrat -Gazette reported the remarks of James Kunstler only this week, as he
addressed a Main Street Arkansas conference. He cited "a terrible, pernicious, cumulative
process we're involved in" to create "too many environments in America that are not worth
caring about." Little Rock has the opportunity to create a downtown environment that is worth
caring about, with the resurrection of East Markham Street pointing the way. This zoning
ordinance is a step in that process, but the Pulaski County League of Women Voters urges you
not to weaken it further. Compromises have been struck and should be debated; further
compromise will negate the principles cited in the first paragraph and perhaps give us yet another
environment "not worth caring about."
Finally, the League supports precepts which reflect the New Urbanism. These were included in a
statement submitted to the Planning Department in March of this year. These precepts point to
downtown as a place which...
♦ allows people to communicate
♦ provides a sense of place
♦ offers a sense of community
♦ plans for buildings to be the fabric of the community
♦ identifies public spaces which complement and extend the fabric of buildings and
monuments
♦ establishes guidelines through which architects work
♦ recognizes that best projects are not necessarily spectacular. The best projects are those
woven into the fabric of a city, sometimes invisible because they blend so well and
always contribute to the wholeness and enhancement of a place.
These are overarching ideas against which the larger scheme for downtown and the details of that
scheme, some contained in this ordinance, may be measured. We should never lose sight of our
larger vision.
Submitted by Barbara Patty
Member, Downtown Planning Committee
September 16, 1999
DOWNTOWN NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION
Box 164485, LITTLE ROCK, AR 72216
PRESIDENT KATHY WELLS, 1998-99 PHONE 501-374,7269, FAx 501-371,6946
FOUNDED 1984 {AREA: ARKANSAS RIVER, KING DR., ROOSEVELT RD., INTERSTATE 301
September 16, 1999
Chairman Hugh Earnest
Little Rock Planning Commission
500 W. Markham St.
Little Rock, AR 72201
Dear Mr. Earnest and Members of the Commission,
The Downtown Neighborhood Association is pleased at the rezoning on today's agenda to revitalize our
Central Business District, and we urge unanimous adoption.
Downtown Little Rock needs residents, and we need an end to I1 and C4 commercial zoning that forbids
residential living:
We support all the changes intended to promote residential living, and to encourage pedestrian activity
rather than continue to give automobiles dominance.
Especially important are the provisions to promote street -access retail and service enterprises, and the
provisions that would prevent a full block of blank, dead space, whether from a parking deck or an office
complex. Our policy points were affirmed just this week by leading experts in revitalization, who spoke
at the "Destination Downtown" conference hosted by Main Street Arkansas.
James Kunstler, author of Home from Nowhere: the Design and Assembly of Places Worth Living In,
was scalding in his criticism of a block of blank wall. David Glasser of the University of Arkansas at
Fayetteville added a list of cities that require street -access shops in parking decks:
Charleston, South Carolina
Baltimore, Maryland
San JJe, California
Annapolis, Maryland
Professor Glasser confirmed that mixed use structures were essential for revitalizing a central business
district, enabling persons to live downtown, above stores and offices. Major civic features, such as a
plaza, are essential, he told us. He also asserted that parking lots or decks on Main Street were a major
sign of trouble that should be remedied. He also urged greater use of rooftops. Does our policy
encourage and allow that usage?
Yours Truly,
Kathy Wells, President
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Zoning Ordinance changes:
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1) Amend Section 36-2 Definitions -- adding:
Drive Through -- means an establishment which by design of physical facilities or
by the type of service offered, the customer conducts business from a motor
vehicle.
Pedestrian 'urban' oriented -- means a development pattern designed at a
human (pedestrian) scale and orientation. This includes provision of visual items
of interest for the pedestrian -- window displays, streetscape amenities.
Integral accessory use — means an outdoor or partially enclosed use area, which
is an integral part directly servicing in a subordinate role a permitted interior use.
Build -to -fine — means the line where the exterior fagade of a building is to be
located excluding any projections.
Commercial surface parking lot — means a surface parking lot, which has spaces
for lease or sale on a daily, monthly or annual basis.
Primary street— means the street with the highest classification in the
Master Street Plan.
11) Amend Article 111, Section 36-156. Height and area
exceptions -- Changing R-4 to R -4A in paragraph 2c. as follows:
"Accessory buildings or structures in the R-1 through R -4A districts..."
111) Amend Article IV, Section 36-176. Districts established -
adding:
R -4A low density residential district
UU urban use district
119 Amend Article V, Section 36-337. Districts - adding:
R -4A low density residential district
UU urban use district
19 Remove Article Vl Sections 36-401 through 36-418 - Zoning
Plan for Central Little Rock Urban Renewal Project.
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VI) Amend Section 36-524, Exceptions/modifications (zoning
buffers) - adding:
(11) Developments within the Urban Use (UU) District shall provide land use
buffers only where abutting single-family and duplex use or zoning. Street
buffers shall not be required.
Land Use buffer. All sites developed. Modified or enlarged shall provide a land
use buffer(s) as follows:
1. Side property lines at five (5) percent of the average width of the lot on both
sides;
2. Rear property lines at five (5) percent of the average depth of the lot;
3. The minimum dimension shall be six (6) feet in all instances;
4. The maximum dimension required shall be forty (40) feet in all instances.
Vll)Adding two new Zone Districts to Article V District
Regulations - Urban Use (UQ) and Low Density Residential (R -
4A)
SECTION _. URBAN USE DISTRICT
(a) General Purpose and Intent. The Urban Use district established by this
chapter is designed to assure the continuation of development consistent with a
traditional urban form. The Urban Use district is designed to help create a
compact, dense, distinguishable core area. The district is established in order to
provide for an urban form allowing mid -rise and high rise structures. This District
is to provide for the office, civic and business core of the City. Structures within
the Urban Use district are encouraged to provide multiple uses within the same
structure. The ground or street level of structures should include street oriented
activity and pedestrian amenities. The resulting area is to be pedestrian 'urban'
oriented.
(b) Application of Regulations. The regulations of this District shall apply to new
development, redevelopment, expansion of existing development or exterior
modifications. Routine repairs and maintenance shall not require compliance
with this section.
Except for construction of improvements in the public right of way required by the
City, and redevelopment or expansion of existing development, all uses,
structures or lots which existed on the effective date of this section which do not
conform to the standards and guidelines established in this section, shall be
treated as nonconforming according to the provisions of Article III of this chapter.
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(c) Development Criteria.
(1) Any lighting shall be placed so as to reflect light away from adjacent
residential structures. Fixtures ad'acent to roadways shall be of a
design that minimizes glare to the motoring public. No excessive or
unusual noise, odor or vibration shall be emitted so that it constitutes a
nuisance, which substantially exceeds that general level of noise, odor or
vibration emitted by uses adjacent to or immediately surrounding the site.
Such comparisons shall be made at the boundary of the site.
(2) All trash receptacles and pickup shall be oriented away from therip mart'
street side of the property and screened from the public right-of-way.
Trash receptacles shall be placed adjacent to alleys if alleys are
available.
(3) No new drive-in or drive-through facilities may be visible from4-�e-publie
or take direct access from the primary street. For
developments with only one street frontage a conditional use review
is required.
(4) Building fagade materials.
wood, mason„ or glass Facade materials may be any standard
material except corrugated or ribbed materials.
(5) Landscaping
a. All vehicular use areas and public right-of-way shall be in compliance
with chapter 15, article IV.
b. Street trees (tree types as listed in the landscape ordinance) shall be
a minimum 3" caliper trees. The trees shall be located a minimum
of 2'-0" off back of curb and shall be 30' - 0" on center, no closer
than 30'- 0" to a street intersection, with a water source provided.
The tree canopy shall be maintained at least 8 feet above the
sidewalk.
c. Unless otherwise approved, the planter well shall have placed at its
base a six (6) inch thick section of approximately one (1) inch gravel
with filter fabric laid on top to assist with drainage.
(6) Sidewalks.
a. Sidewalks shall consist of a minimum 5 foot concrete walk, excluding
the first 2 feet from the curb. Sidewalks shall provide a minimum 7
foot horizontal clearance at a height of 4 feet from the ground.
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b. Sidewalk sales and daily display or vending that is stored inside the
principal business building during closed business hours, s may
be allowed. However, these activities shall not obstruct pedestrian
movement, fire lanes, or areas designated for access by the
physically impaired.
(7) Building orientation. Buildings must be oriented to the street. The
primary entrance of the building shall be at street level on the street at
the sidewalk. Entrances shall be designed so that the door will not swing
beyond the property line.
(8) Street -level floor. The ground -level (street fronting) floor of non-residential
structures shall have a minimum of 69 35 percent transparent or window
display.
If at least 50 percent of the street -level office and retail space has direct
access to the street, the total building square footage may be increased
with additional floor(s) at a rate of 2 square feet for each one square foot
of leasable space directly accessible to the street. On the street level the
maximum area of sign may also be doubled if the above requirement is
met.
(9) Projections (all requirements for a franchise remain in place).
a. Objects shall not project from the building facade over the public right
of way except for awnings and balconies.
b. Awnings shall not project more than 5'-0" from the building facade
and have a minimum clearance of 9'-0" above the sidewalk.
c. Balconies over the public right of way shall have a minimum
clearance of 9'-0" above the sidewalk. The maximum projection shall
be 4'0".
(10) Parking requirements. No off-street parking shall be required.
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a. Parking structures. The ground or street -level of a parking structure
shall be constructed {minimum clearance height of 12 feet] to
allow for active use other than parking {such as offices, light
retailpersonal services and entertainment for at least 50
percent of the street frontage on the primary street. For
structures with only one street frontage the 50 percent
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If the parking structure includes the alternative uses at the time of
initial construction, then the related structure may add one story in
height. In addition, the maximum area devoted to signage on the
first story may be doubled if the alternative uses are in place at initial
construction.
b. Parking lots. Surface parking is to be located behind or adjacent to
a structure, never between the building and abutting street.
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otherwise, permitted signs shall be as in Section 36-553 "Signs
permitted in institutional and office zones" of the Zoning Ordinance.
(d) Use Regulations
(1) Permitted Uses. Uses permitted shall include all those allowed in the
Residential Districts, Office Districts and Commercial Districts as
'permitted uses', in Chapter 36. Except that, all uses must be inside or
enclosed. Within the front setback where an integral accessory use is
provided, the integral accessory use area need not be totally enclosed.
(2) Conditional uses. Conditional uses shall include those allowed in the
Light Industrial '1-2' District as 'permitted uses', in Chapter 36. Except
that all uses must be inside or enclosed.
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(e) Height regulations. No building hereafter erected or structurally altered shall
exceed a height of three (3) stories or 45 feet, whichever is less. Developments
which provide a minimum 20 percent of the gross floor area for residential uses
are entitled to a maximum height of five (5) stories or 75 feet, whichever is less.
Any structure which is certified by CATA (Central Arkansas Transit Authority) as
providing a portion of the structure for mass transit (such as a bus stop, etc.), is
entitled to one bonus floor. All building height bonuses are cumulative not to
exceed ten (10) stories or 150 feet.
In the area bounded by Markham Street on the north, 8th 9th street on the south,
Scott Street on the east, and Broadway Street on the west, building height shall
be controlled by the Adams Field Airport Zoning Ordinance (section 7-57, height
limitations in the Little Rock Code of Ordinances).
(t) Area regulations.
(1) Front yard. Five foot build to line. If there is an adjacent structure, which
is closer than five feet, then the new structure may be built using the line
of the pre-existing structure. (In no case may a structure be built in the
right-of-way.) A development with an integral accessory use may
increase the setback (build -to line) to 20 feet.
Along Capitol Avenue, west of Broadway Street and east of Scott Street,
the front building line shall be 25 feet. Along Chester Street from 1-630 to
La Harpe Boulevard the front building line shall be 10 feet.
In no case is the storage or parking of vehicles allowed in the front
setback.
(2) Rear yard. No setback required except where adjacent to lots containing
single family detached structures. In this case the rear yard shall have a
set back of not less than twenty-five (25) feet.
(3) Side yard. No setback required except where adjacent to lots containing
single family detached structures. In this case the side yards shall have
a set back of not less than four (4) feet.
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Sec. . R4 -A Low Density Residential
(a) Purpose and intent. The purpose of the R -4A District is to protect existing
developed residential neighborhoods. It is intended for single family use with
conversions to two family units or the addition of accessory residential units.
The R -4A district should be located in developed areas of the city where an
environment suitable for moderate -density residential (use) and in an established
medium -density residential areas where densification may facilitate their
continuation as desirable residential areas. Accessory uses, conditional uses
and home occupations are permitted as long as they do not have objectionable
characteristics and t �" Rr^}•� area and provided further
that they otherwise conform to the provisions of this chapter. The district is
intended -to be an urban low to moderate -density residential area, where an
occasional nonresidential use adds to the overall character of the neighborhood.
(b) Use Regulations.
(1) Permitted uses. Permitted uses are single-family and two-family
residences.
(2) Other uses. Accessory, home occupation, temporary, special and
conditional uses allowed within the R -4A low-density residential district
shall be the same as those in the R-1, R-2, R-3 single-family districts.
In addition any by -right uses within the C-1 neighborhood commercial
district may be allowed as conditional uses in R -4A as specifically
approved by the Planning Commission. These uses must follow the
development criteria listed under C-1 neighborhood commercial and
have a traditional design consistent with the neighborhood.
(3) Within the area bounded by Capitol Avenue on the north, 9th street on
the south, 1-30 on the east, and Cumberland Street on the west, in
addition to the above uses, multi -family use, as defined by R-5 urban
residential district, shall be a permitted use.
(c) Height regulations. No building hereafter erected or structurally altered shall
exceed a height of thirty-five (35) feet.
(d) Area regulations.
(1) Front yard. There shall be a front yard setback having a depth of not less
than�-^"7 T-, 05' fifteen (15} feet. If there is an adjacent structure,
which is closer than 2:5 15 feet, then the new structure may be built using
the line of the pre-existing structure. In no case may a structure be built
in the right-of-way.
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(2) Side yard. There shall be a side yard on each side of the building having
a width of not less than ten (10) percent of the average width of the lot,
-not to exceed five (5) feet.
(3) Rear yard. There shall be a rear yard having a depth of not less than
twenty-five (25) feet.
(4) Lot area regulations. There shall be a lot area of not less than five
thousand (5,000) square feet. In addition, there shall be a lot width of not
less than fifty (50) feet and a lot depth of not less than one hundred (100)
feet.
(3) Accessory structures and additions. Accessory structures or principal
building additions of conventional on-site construction are permitted by
right.
Vlll) Modify map to change the area, from Cross to 130 and 1630
to River, to Urban Use and R -4A Districts.
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September 7, 1999
Mr. Walter Malone
Planning Manager
Department of Planning & Development
City of Little Rock
723 West Markham
Little Rock, AR 72201-1334
Dear Walter:
Attached is a copy of the draft zoning ordinance proposed for the Little Rock
downtown area, which I have marked with my comments and suggested
changes. Will you and Jim Lawson please review these suggestions and
advise me before the September 16 hearing which, if any, you will
incorporate in the proposed ordinance. I plan to be at the hearing and do not
want to advocate a change which you have already made.
Also, please propose that the effective date of the new ordinance be one
year after adoption. Financing, the difficulty of assembling multiple
ownerships, and planning complexity result in a longer pre -development
period in the downtown area. I am sure that the Vanadis group spent over
two years in planning and financing the project now commencing at the
southeast corner of Markham and Main Streets. I have been working since
1992 on the State Urban Campus project planned for the Donaghey
Foundation at 7th and Main Streets. We don't know what developments are
currently in the planning process assuming the existing ordinance. We want
to encourage downtown development, and it is only fair to these developers
that they be given adequate notice of rule changes which might affect their
projects.
Sincerely,
L. Dickson Flake
Attachment
cc: Mr. Jim Lawson
400 WEST CAPffOL AVENUE, SUITE 1200
L. DnKgo.N FL AkE, CRE, CCIM, SIOR
LEAH M. SEARS
INDIVIDUAL OR CORPORATE MEMBERSHIPS
SAMUEL W AxDERSom CPM
KEVIN H. HUCHINGSON, CCIM, SIOR
Counselors of Rnl Esram
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J. FLETCHER HANSON III
Commercial -Investment Institute
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS 72203
PHYLLIS LASER GLEE, CFM
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Instirute of Real Estate Managemenr
PHONE 501.372.6161 • FAX 501-372-0671
DALE L. Coax, CPM
JOLENE COOP
Intemational Council of Shopping Centers
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Little Rock Board of Realtor; Inc
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723 West Markham Subdivision
Little Flock, Arkansas 72201-1334
(501) 371-4790
August 9, 1999
Dear Property Owner:
This letter is to update you on the progress toward new zoning classifications for the
Downtown area. As you know, hopefully, the City has reviewed the downtown zoning
for about two years. A draft of the new zoning classifications and map indicating
locations are enclosed for your convenience.
The new district (Urban Use) allows Residential, Office and Commercial use by -right but
industrial (I-2).use as a conditional use (C.U.P.). If you have such use and if you will
provide us with a legal description and letter requesting the C.U.P. (including the current
use), then we will include the C.U.P. change at no cost to you.
The second new district (Low Density Residential) allows for multifamily to single
family north of 9;h Street and Duplex to Single Family south of 91h Street with "C-1",
(Neighborhood Commercial), use as a conditional use. If you have such use and if you
will provide us with a legal description and letter requesting the C.U.P. (including the
current use), then we will include the C.U.P. change at no cost to you.
The Planning Commission at their regular meeting will discuss this rezoning item on
Thursday, September 2, 1999 in the Board Chambers of City Hall (500 West Markham).
The hearing starts at 4:00 p.m. (NOTE: This item will most likely not be heard at the
beginning of the meeting.) We request that you have all requests for a C.U.P. into our
office (Downtown Zoning, 723 West Markham, Little Rock, AR 72201) by no later than
Friday, August 20, 1999.
If you have any questions, please contact Walter Malone at 371-6819. You are invited to
attend the public hearing on Thursday, September 2, 1999.
Sincerely,
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Planning Manager
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From: Mitchell, Steve R. [SRMP007@ahtd.state.ar.us]
Sent: Thursday, August 19, 1999 3:50 PM
To: Walter Malone (E-mail)
Subject: New Downtown Zoning
Was just looking over the proposed new zones and was struck by how odd it is to propose zoning
the most urban downtown neighborhood we have Low Density Residential (or at least call it that).
The discussion on page 6 talks about R4A zoning in "...medium -density residential areas where
densification may facilitate their continuation as desirable residential areas." So we are zoing
these medium -density areas which we may want to densify as Low Density Residential? Just
doesn't seem logical to me. Maybe the key is to think of it as an URBAN low density area. That
makes some sense, because it IS low-density within a national URBAN context. What about
inserting urban in the name?
Just letting you know that I do pay attention sometimes.
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September 2, 1999
Mr. Walter Malone, AICP
Planning Manager
City of Little Rock
723 West Markham
Little Rock, AR 72201-1334
501.371.4790i
SUBJECT: = URBAN USE DISTRICT
Dear Walter:
James E. Hathaway, Jr., CRE
Jeffrey R. Hathaway, CCIM, SIOR
John C. Kincaid
Ellen S, Koenig
Stuart S. Mackey
John M. Moore, III
Robert D. Richardson, GRI
William S. Roach, J.D.
L. Carter Burwell III
As a concerned citizen and active member of the real estate brokerage and development community, and
as an owner of a'company which currently and regularly acts as representative and authorized agent for
owners of real property in the area to be affected by the above -referenced zoning district, I have
reviewed the draft language for the proposed Urban Use District and have a few suggestions or concerns
that I would like to see addressed. Since the Commission is scheduled to address this proposed district at
today's meeting, and since we have not yet discussed any of these suggestions or concerns in detail with
you, I am hopeful that this matter will be deferred until the September 16 meeting of the Planning
Commission.
As a brief overview, the following items are those that are of concern to me:
1. Section C3 (page 2 of the draft) would prohibit any drive-in or drive-through facilities that would be
visible from the public right-of-way or take direct access from the street. In effect, this would
basically eliminate fast food restaurants and bank branches from this entire area. Is that what the
planning department intends? I understand that drive-through facilities can be creatively
(sometimes) situated on a site plan, but I believe it would be nearly impossible to create a functional
drive-through facility that is not visible from the public right-of-way.
2. Section C4 (page 2 of the draft) specifies materials for the primary building facade of new buildings.
Given the numerous examples of attractive and good quality metal buildings that are being
developed these days, both in and out of the area of this proposed zoning district, are you sure that
we want a zoning district that eliminates those type buildings? Particularly, with the existing pattern
of light industrial use in parts of this area, this would seem to be an overly narrow requirement.
INTO
Commercial Industrial and Investment Realtors
100 Morgan Keegan Drive • Suite 120 • Little Rock, Arkansas 72202-2214 • (501(663-5400 • Fax (501(663-5408
Mr. Walter Malone, AICP
September 2, 1999
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3. Section C8 (page 3 of the draft) requires a minimum of 60% of the ground level floor of non-
residential structures fronting the street to be glass. It seems to me that there are a number of quality
office buildings being built these days that would not be able to comply with that, and that this would
be an overly narrow development restriction that might drive new development to other areas of the
city.
4. Section C 10(b) (page 4 of the draft) requires surface parking to be "behind or adjacent" to the
building, but never in front of the building. The geographic area included in this proposed zoning
district is much broader than just the River Market District or similar type areas where it would make
sense to have buildings fronting directly to the street/sidewalk. There are plenty of development
opportunities and available development parcels that are large enough to accommodate a building
that would be designed in traditional fashion with off-street parking located conveniently to the front
door of the building. To prohibit this for the entire district seems unwise.
5. Section C10(b) (page 4 of the draft) also prohibits new commercial surface parking lots unless an
existing one has been removed. I consider this a bad idea and one that might restrict or hinder new
development in this area. If we want people to build new buildings in this area, we should not
exacerbate a general parking shortage in the area, but rather should allow market demand to
determine when and if the private sector chooses to add more parking to serve that demand.
6. Section C 11 (page 4 of the draft) seems overly restrictive on signage. Not only is this an extreme
hardship on banks and restaurants, but there are also other businesses that would be surprised to find
that they are not allowed to even erect a monument sign on their property.
As I mentioned on the phone, I applaud the idea of a uniform general business district for this geographic
area of the city. However, I sincerely believe that the items mentioned above need to be corrected in
order to avoid an anti -development environment in this part of our town.
Sincerely,
3ef . Hathaway, CCIM, SIO
resident
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cc: Jim Lawson
120.Starlite Bay Drive
Hot Springs, AR 71913
Phone: (501)525-4829
Walter Malone, AICP
Planning Manager
City of Little Rock
Department of Planning and Development
723 West Markham
Little Rock, AR 72201-1334
RE: 822 Cumberland St.
Little Rock, AR 72202
Dear . Malone:
Please change my mailing address for the above-named
property, 822 Cumberlannd, Little Rock, to 120 Starlite Bay
Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913.
Sincerely,
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Dorothy Fa B�n
Owner
City of Little Rock
Department of ann-ing an eve opmen
723 West Markham
Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334
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Dear Property Owner:r'�p�
This letter is to update you on the progress toward new zoning classifications for the
Downtown area. As you know, hopefully, the City has reviewed the downtown zoning
for about two years. A draft of the new zoning classifications and map indicating
locations are enclosed for vour convenience.
The new district (Urban Use) allows Residential, Office and Commercial use by -right but
industrial (I-2) use as a conditional use (C.U.P.). If you have such use and if you will
provide us with a legal description and letter requesting the C.U.P. (including the current
use), then we will include the C.U.P. change at no cost to you.
The second new district (Low Density Residential) allows for multifamily to single
family north of 9th Street and Duplex to Single Family south of 9t' Street with "C-1",
(Neighborhood Commercial), use as a conditional use. If you have such use and if you
will provide us with a legal description and letter requesting the C.U.P. (including the
current use), then we will include the C.U.P. change at no cost to you.
The Planning Commission at their regular meeting will discuss this rezoning item on
Thursday, September 2, 1999 in the Board Chambers of City Hall (500 West Markham).
The hearing starts at 4:00 p.m. (NOTE: This item will most likely not be heard at the
beginning of the meeting.) We request that you have all requests for a C.U.P. into our
office (Downtown Zoning, 723 West Markham, Little Rock, AR 72201) by no later than
Friday, August 20, 1999.
If you have any questions, please contact Walter Malone at 371-6819. You are invited to
attend the public hearing on Thursday, September 2, 1999.
Sincerely,
Walter Malone, AICP
Planning Manager
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COMMUNITY HOUSINCI OF LITTLE ROCK, INC.
P.O. Box 250337 LITTLE Rock, AR 72225
August 26, 1999
Walter Malone, AICP
Planning Manager
City of Little Rock Dept. of Planning & Development
723 W. Markham
Little Rock, AR 72201-1334
RE: New Zoning Classifications
Dear Mr. Malone:
This is to thank you for the update on the new zoning classifications for the Downtown
area.
I am the Property Manager for 12 apartment units located at 15 15 S. Rock St., 3 duplex
units located at 1001-1005 E. 8t' St. and 3 duplex units located at 1101-1105 E. e St.
According to the draft and the map, these properties are not affected in any way,
however, I am enclosing legal descriptions of our lots for your review, just in case. Please
advise if we are affected.
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Pat Chlarson, Property Manager
Kathleen Peek Apartments
CHLR Inc., A Nonprofit Corporation
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Pkwt°n' te low mppBawS iro*iea adoring W4 lrfirq Iran my crel* tepprd rye spprWsaia that tars requ ed to ranks the kmL In ardor to tSnu
MP+& dse ap0e1Z= r6q&ed by tth s Pwayaph b' Buyer � � + loader vhith Y tsphaaiad Lrdert�edvn. Llrafrns vthessaisaa acrid loan fe r.
cx aaatrrred. Buyer aAreea to pay tar tam axc* inwrratt, [rhtg aand uadtt
b
wgi be paid try Saiim. Buyw ur4orstands du taitaxe to r�L � filtW c' d aftAma=W a Batton, in maids ccs
�ntatY I rrsaice laaA as ia6rhsd Above mW relr a braeelr d V" fi6W si Esk
EARNEST MONEY: Dayw heraniihtmexim act**far; 50.0.00 lot* byI Asst Firm span m=epuno@ as on,
orrry r atsall ahppty bawerff tthe Ftsrd:ase F'tiaa or dr, carts. yam, ROW EsWa Coastraat tat" sons to a reomA for acid Emra a Money deprxiaa& tt t
gL&ernmts we not tr.d!laed cc ff buyw is to ctuh 0&-Xk9 of app y atammirrPOmmaspeoS In Pamgmh3. the eerrmrt rum y shM ba pan
ftatdod to 13Ww. ff Buyer Taft to KW trsx cb6g3txaw Lander thin emlad cs trust of =w6wo tam been rest, Buyer foam to cioos this tan ootion, vo sarm
may may, Al the schie sari tzebum a option at the Satter, be tet*,d tzy ft G"w as gq AAcn%aZ%"*, Ger m-71 roam ttha egrrneet nrariay a
r -rt aR WO or 00 99 rigfhta Wfkh "my exist am a r>wit of Buyer tsaaretinr} qty oesnVML Buyer Varonmts. repvsx+ts and hers ew to dhe
rrdacd >Q be honored tlpCrrt pmambSos to l'hryer`th bar*, aW that flys[ Mai be in deftuit of this FWW E31a7e Gbaitad if the ohack is rhsat txxiorad in a Linn
annoy. Buyer std Saaar s{;sse e t in tine reerrt of any diapera n=antrdfV Offterrhs,nL to Lite Eanum i Mori, Lhoing A"rrt Firm my ky*pWgd rhe Eoa at tsar
to a ax rt of c,ott�astard NrWU n, and thpon audt kftTiemov, beth Lk&r9 AW* Fkm aq AWit Fxns shall be reirwed from Ley to BuM and So
sting AgM Fxm dal be rima iaW any a tmwfj test or aw tg trm &* jAnq eed Money,
. CONVEYANCE: UNa m aftrrrisa smf5od. =rmwanw WtM be mode to 1hW tray -d vv mt ty dam, in fwa s.7;je amu* except ft shat be
x=ded hUurnwtb atfd eaaermtts. d arrf. vAJ dh do ryc+t ntLbria;lhj a#ad the vacua of the ProWty. Ur"m aa;+[ea;ty m4mved twom, SUCH COWEyAN
HALL iNCLt.1M ALL UMMUL Rtiuiia CWNM BY Sits, IF ANY. boson raastarrd and rap =ants tmtlr t'aess s*ss=" set forth betm we r.gsred
raster wgal title to Ciba prepertr.
L TITLE REOU FMAEUM: uriiera otl'amrwiaae aprt ud, fila sqi wr wwa f<im aa, e3 salwa ameidw. (4 a corrplem abstract msedtrp mardmremus t
a istactmy to Buyer or Butes adlnr w, d (1) 135e kmxravw in ttae arthocrri d j" Prink it ire made 10 T�* Salter Q hmm a rearrom
me to =2 tl)e korai Aka unless oe mm mw m apaa (e if ea Sum Es cbtsirhfrp 6,mpm q to Purdstne the Property, Buyer afsalt hantsh at Su)Ws oat
wrfgagee's titSe poiq in the a rmo of ew icon to be dxlsaned, if teqiraei by the Ender.
). SURVEY:
A. Pio tummy &W be porided.
❑ B. A otarwd VXM In a form torr m Buyer (and SuMR z kndm, it appkabia), oartlsad within days of dooinq by a regisisrsd Land
surveys. until be prv+-W and pW fat W. ❑ surer Q stilton.
❑ C. of hon.
NOT APPLICABLE
10. PERC03ATIONISOIL TEST: `
r NO percoi bM cc other sail test shall be pavided.
LJ B. A ctttrent P&MLZon or ct: m 903 test in a Weat$on =b3f teary to Bqw (tad Buyers koder. If rpt.). offdfied vvi"n day. of dos
------ will be pry r w and Paid khr br. —Dray r Salton.
11. PRORATIONS: Taxes and spoddat assessments due on or before doing "be PAW by Saihr. Any deposits on rental property are so be tr9rm"nc
3uyv ut rising. Inswwme. goners! tanac, special ex2coNT MI, rental payrn.nzs rind InWast on any assumed loan that! be porated as of dosing, v
�d rrw�se s�rcFied herein.
U MFS: ' COMMUNITY HOUSING INC. Oxwwkwh,'a�,
va
11 afem b b the wrens and axrclstorm asrt krtt trre,a,
�+ z d � cwrl;act (It» Ttvpertn. C a+ly or a�iaax►t*rr, the "3aiia,r�, the pro�arty dmzbm
ECTAL DESCRIPTION AND ADDRESS: NORTH - 5 0 FEET OF LOTS 5 AND 61 BLOCK 10,
t
AND THE'SOUTH 50 FEET OF THE NORTH 100 FEET OF LOTS 5 AND 6
BLOCK - i.10" -ALL', IN WOODRUFF'S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
PULASRI COUNTY ARI{ANSAS
ADDRESS: 01-805 BYRi] 6TREET
1RP}IASE PR1 CE: St ott b Aa fosowii�q fM �l+r airai Paf► �+] b t3"w tar dw pmpwty
:hXcaiie Prics'I___;_5r,000.00
CASH: cash at dowing in tf to Q eznt SXaRxc:>=. a e aver, d 5 0 0 0. 0 0 7c
FINANCINCj AS FOLLOWS: THE INTENDED USE OF THE PROPERTY IS FOR' *LESS SELLER
HOUSING- FINANCED BY T41J. THF. naPERTY_ MUST BE APPROVED BY HUD
FOR THIS PURPOSE. IF THE PROPERTY IS DISAPPROVED BY HUD, THEN CLOSING COS
TT IS UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED THAT ANY EARNEST MONEY DEPOSIT WILL
BE REFUNDED.
]AN AND CLOSM COSTS: Ur*aw oitoerwfas sprees aA ssXMVdM N. Wart Costa.
end low dwrat p *w, we `;b be pica by &,)W. Saxer b par Sonars d ,
NOT APPLICABLE
P RUCATION FOR FfHANCU' : if amfimbia, &ren .gram to mrko oorr�irleappicalM tar rssw loan or fax loan +ssurq:ton wo in eve
ttm tt a axacuyart data of aft fiend E bU Cortraat and tQ regitr*,stt emt ttra larrrt or to s smumptlon be approved oa ar about a�errder � aft„an Carrtpisle roar` �' inch�dae a&” mid psy{rq jarae sports er 69mmaais then wu i%prad to rr aiw tfya too in ardor to timate
ws e* xoxw�w re*Sirs d by a," PwayDph 6, Suer wow ** f ams leader v f#t Y rogmo d wwrrsadiprt U*mw Oewvmw mpaci4od, U said loan is rm
J or a,satrread, Buyer aw*" to pry for io m o inwrred, Uxkv$rgend eradN rtpoR txt4sss E: s to b sort asd &"W. H wtsk#s sane wah
x� wig be paid bySamar. Buyer uYiarti�tsfs a=h�.a■ eo ttn� gr make loots appA=km as del -Sad above rW � a breach d U" Paan Estate
aa.
ARN EST MONEY: sayer Emwww tar> 1 a dh6* fes; z 5 0 . D o ' b be by UFWq AWrt Fkm 4= vpcapun= ae ewrml
y ►tet awls q#y Www tete Rnhase Noe or doainq carts. This FWd Esus& C =Kt"awm us ■ r e"A for r Earrwt hurray x rasa.
'arnants we rrt hdMW or if Buyer is un da to cbbin 4 ar appow ct mm"m as d tet PemWWh 3, ON ew1w6t mxwy " be prorgst7
dad to lluyt+r. 1t $Dyer has to NO he �s tistdar this ecntrsrs ar sthr d haw been rr=L BvM fans to ck ea tris karsaao6orr, to sormat
ly may, si the sole cad excsiva option of tiro Sam, bs tafsirfed by the 6"w so GgWdsiad dam gm AftCn=J-i*. 806w My ratum en axurrast roomy arra
1 n3 Legal or eq.dtatsie ri¢!'b which may sdst as a ratA of euyw hmktkq Vis ccsstser, gum vivo nto, coprawntz and ackrmAedges eW en ot�
xcd w;8 ba honored Upon prwwWw to Buyeft ba* and that gid stash be in de#su+it of bass f -set E.stsls Cootbut if Um ahedc IS not moored in a ftety
cr. Buyer snd Satiw &" ftL In Cls evert of any dispute cones"*9 errtGdamaert b he Essraeat Morwy, Ll kvq AQtK'A Firm My kdwpiaai to Eorrmw Mon"
I t°`irt 0 onn Nftac6om"Won sud7 kftTie'dw, bosh U+dr9 Agert Patz W"*W>g Agent Firm shah be rel eyed frura 5"ty to Buyer and EQZW.
g Agm Fsra shale be reimbursed srrr etfxrsrys fess a a.w k= the it,aom d Eamart kkney,
0 f 4V EYANM* LkUss oewwtu tpo6fled, a mvrwm aht;l h7 rrto &POP t trf W-2ad Y=wxl jr Com, Li 'm : � "� x��,{;e,E=zO It be mbleat to
dad jnstnri wt; and vivw f v:3T a airy. Yrtirit do not M,*jayy Ormot dw vskm of the Pragarty. Unim s ex�ressty reserved herein. SUCH CO WEYANM
LL I3iCL1. M ALL },gNEiUL F{fCii 3 CWHfM By SMJJER.1# ANY. Seliar aed raprssr,ts otify CtGaa es set lois beim we ra¢srsd to
,IIx WqW tU so the A "ty.
TRE RECUIREMEM8: udow ohwwisa q=c dec+ a* S&w shat tv:r� at Sewers c04 eitb+ w (4 a C=PWA abstract reftd V mw:*� tide
j� ct k f3vrrrr a s sth:rrsry; or (R) jf o*c Xw rue rrsada a Tj * eeiiar sh" ha,. a reaaonable
to sura en ob*bom Aka irsiess cther* apec 8ecL if the euyw is obtti * famnjig to purc,mse on F'ra4aarsy, Buyer steal ttrrrfstt at euyves cod a
',n"*s tics poise in dm amount of t'he b= to be obbdrted. if raq in d by to sat dw.
'URVEY:
P A. No survey &hal be provided.
❑ S. A azTwt wlVry in it tam satimbCtary to BWW (and Suyxk , ff app5QW:j&], eNt Sed W;tflht days of dooinq by a f0.3ialarad lend
surveyor. wA be p wided end paid for trl . 0 &syvr Q Sauer.
❑ G Dolor:
NOT APPLICABLE
PERCOLATIOMOIL TEST;
No pwcoW= of other sol tact shd be provided.
V S. A cLverd pororaabon or other vcd test in A iacban sadts'ac!ory b Buys (wad Buyers sender, it vgpr talo). cwtjfsed wittr'n days of do:frq
W be provided and paid tot by: —13wm Ssiiar.
. PRORATIONS: Taxes and apsclsl &ssessm mts due en cc bakre cioeI g ehoil be paid by Seller. Arty deposits on rental property ora to be trRnXi ned t:
yer of ckwiN. Insutanea. goneral tsxss, special o3weWwrift, rental prymersts and krtetsrst on any assum+d ban Gras be prorated ax of dosing, unfss
ierw,sa gxxified hottin.
E!; COMMUNITY HOUSING INC.
an to pwcnw, woom to #a Mans was *Wt krlh
R 2 d V*s conarmtt (vw "p vwtn:
-- AA u.r - &Xaawpp
(',rdvidubtf or wlr.:r■ ". r rid
L DESMPTiON AM ADDS: WEST 64 FEET OF LOT 6 AND THE WEST 64 FEET
OF THE SOUTH 8 FEET OF L T ar BLOCK, OR JAL CITY OF
LI , EJL S
r
`iAS$ PF4t: L, sa4octb the laawsiirq Mor flats„ stry pw 00
me F'r9G!"} *+�+ra is s7s �riwr io►!7■ Proprrrf
9,250.00
�8H: caah ai doMng to ttra ❑ �o.ot S�sQpras.wsM awerr d
NANaNGASFOLLOWS: THE INTENDED USE OF THE PROPERTY IS FOR 9 250.00 -9
)U T r " *LESS SELLER
)R THIS TY MUST BE APPROVED BY HUD
PURPOSE. IF THE PROPERTY IS DISAPPROVED BY HUD, THEN CLOSING COSTS
IS UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED THAT ANY EARNEST MONEY DEPOSIT WILL
'- REFUNDED.
AND CLC3M bra; u*w arm* w 4 ad ti rrtr feo. Mac kw wlak prepw
lays dot POkft an 1n bo, pWd by&�• 3@W to OF000 LE
SELR WILL PAY A COMMISSION
TO >
)T APPLICABLE
cAnvrt FOR FlNA":V,,XL- rt ears► a�www � ►� ax r�ax•for raw loan a lar loan �� >� bawra.r
itr. xtdory daft t* mar �. a�rapt am w � � �. � a t. BmLrrgc;cn t* apprwmd on of ntxmtl i �.,.
thisC7u Pa►■graPfs 4 B�ry�rr aprsia�b 114 isnOsr ! NA
that M ,Ogj.rd b rNAM ft � W Ord"3tviy
r++.r ad, B uy.r agrr se m M rw i*w trrexsr w, trc*j q �,� and a:radix r'q"a`'w trdorr� uktttea cow*'" wedmd. it wo bw is rct
t'• P&d bY 844M. &rrrr ur&mwwo ttxst tars , rrras<i loan as �.&Ndd IdX" alum Mw aaw is conod dw"wh d via Rad 6
MT MONEY: &ryw tw rrivr taetijm a ctr, .. kv � 25o._00
Wwt suety bwsrd ft fto ~ F'r'raa of c3&OV fid, M Fuel � Car * IR �d � � � ar s■rno t
we tyvt tW!!aw tx r �7+'r urw a. w oi�oin * ejj* q ca ,mss j of UMNM n r& spema" !n � 31 tw sw n.at=m'1' !! �d v
Ruyan, tt BUM tart b kM his � rar:Srr stria Baa cr aftrr at ra,dtrions frrw bow rrwt. "`we"r `!'si t n p`°"s'd''
at scia wrrd yrs crp4oet r+f tM sNsr, be rsfwirywd by t% 6"w as tiq�r "W �'*' So to clews thio lie, Irsa s.rrn.�
awailabW ft htl W ids n y aodwt aw a. 01 9,w �1. Sem rra#rr � sacrrN wt:=*I arrd
tea harrgrsd report V"w t� to B"V" bw*i snd out 6irtw � ��+k d � Ess* Q=M=L Bum WmwtL �e M � d>,stk is rxrt tgrz�rsd�in a �tratl
of �� tatd s ° in t io f► Evan ovt h;w&y UWft AQW9 R= emy WwploW #s Erurwat Wrrrry
nt
Fm ol" ter rrirn� W7 %=rwya Eris or am& ircea ft� ��� � ai►ai t� sriewrd morn �ai7itY b arywr and s" r.
LrYAHCLa: L#^aaaa v9tnwin +rt1' �r t= &Ud b* nwdw tb aL yw ter y O"d. H tae wirrpW Gbwk iw, � tt and bo
mtjod to
rnxrtarsts as7d ae wftnti, it t[ruWay W*0 ria Vika a ew proprrty. tkiw aqx raeaev,r3 ttae �}! cnxv�Y a
L ALL fd�;Q7'tJZ pwliD t;i i � M Beldam arrd Ta}�"lw la nrrir ftft siq[ssL w,a aat !Orth basun are nauiirwd lei
Z% e.ee to ti prt+prrfr.
AEflUIRMAE{'i1'S r [d�rw;.■ t� gh a hemi.,' at 8+wr■ cash dw wg q a aur ,lar ai�at�ct r.iscdr*3 cis
W Evyw ac �■ wrort d ft pupw regia A I 1
a% po c , c �x-o[ � av �. a � 6K. m C�cra t t» F7vputr, � $Jrr a h &t �*•.Cod Kr>�ia
'q�r.d � to iard+r.
EY:
vo avvey &W be proywed.,
% arrant u rm in a toms a.w6sbalwy to D yw (arta DJM a kw1cim. it appicjat , con sad v6ttm da d
w rM. ,.nil bs prmkW w4 paid tw Ct . (] starer Q s.6.r_ 1'a +v by ■ r►ga +d tsr,tt
APPLICAB
C--- Allo sok"nw.
1 4h'=wt it7 n Of anter ad tit WwA bepow
A asrsnt prr=isilon or vtl m *A tw in a k vson swhgambary Qa f ryer (+W svys�a mow, It ). aartrff.d v.iriln
Vat be pmvi "paid for br �yw _gty.,r +mya do „!n0
AAT ONS' Tax m and cpoaa] t+ oovwnwnts ems4 m cr betas ck-ir,o .3,.i1 t- P■ld �y sail... an renes
txus!,.d F #4M. ,�ariv.rJ e►x.a~ apwxai saraooa WL- rbm% psyrsrarsrs aria kn4,.st cn any aasumed sos.n .nal b,o u u, was
R,nE;; , ' COMMUNITY HOUSING, INC.
otters b raezts#taa++�. u�t b !ha tmrrrte seed eat lartlt ��
Kaph 2 ci thM cardsact (20 T Mpartyj:
i Y ar cr&advaly, the ",maul.
yr c�oi�ty 66 iy, tfrs
"s+�+�+'1• �. �rvp.rty dereaortmd
{ AL DEBCAIPTION AND ADDRESS: THE NORTH 42 FEET OF LOT 5, BLOCK 53,
ORIGINAL CITY OF LITTLE 1
RCHASE PRICE: St sat to 9w fodat"tq euyw,mm pay ft kbmft b the 9"w fordo Property
rrd%ww Pr ksj 8 2
CASH: Cash at ckm" in em 0 amm tEXsqx=wmb mm ci $ 250.00
FINANC:HQ AS FOLLOWS: THE INTENDED USE OF THE PROPERTY IS FOR *LESS SELLER
HOUSINGOPERTY MUST BE APPROVED BY HUD
FOR THIS PURPOSE. IF THE PROPERTY IS DISAPPROVED BY HUD, THEN CLOSING COS'
IT IS UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED THAT A14Y EARNEST MONEY DEPOSIT WILL
BE REFUNDED.
AN AND C1.02M COsi$: Z'kiNa Carertuiira �sa3ad, � �; � � �►� � �. auumP6x� tees, l� co&b4 ix�
W4 tears dtaootarrt pdrrsa, sea b bra paid try B+W. Salver b pay Saw's cknkq SELLER WILL PAY A COMMISSION OF
$750 TO ERA COLLINS REALTY
NOT APPLICABLE
PUCATi0N FOR FINANCINQ: u awfiamdo. &Yyw pram to tttaira =roft tat ruse, ban or fw heart mwxrp tat wwtm business
leer tufa'e"asbon date d oft Hast Esbd* COMM tstd b ,PWM ttr t tufa b- et ttaa ammV060 be approved to or abotat� air days aft
ate thew* loan bxhxM aft*ag and tib fa �' �'� ma or a�"asis tart we ngeirsd ba maks tins teen. Ia ordor to tirrrety
m'R*ad b7 tubs Pw&X;tph b, Buyer &Ws" b PCV& hrx3at r6 Y tel*esied ir:forrradi M LZnklGIN othwwas ap ed5od, p add loan is not
or amuxned, avw agues m per Far tan voats irtaurrsd, lredu kv and txs 1 t"L tautest fad to udder is Gaasad by Saha,, in wiasob can wxh
;secte wW be paid by 8"' auywr und"vbwxls d= fames to 6naiy rwica loss0=6=6m as 445tbed abwe rte ccnv&jwU a baso. d @tb Rami Estate
,
FINEST MONEY., Zgyw harwwm genian a tatrarau for $ 250.00 b be dead by � Agent Firm Wonas amrraset
r itkh shale y tvMrwtf toRsrottasa Plica uY � 0; Tats Heel Estde Gofflr t rt shall seers ns a teoco fa said Enrneat morwr depriad v bda
rmtnts are M full= or M Buyer it unahir ra rblsin sfnanefnq or � d w m PKsgr 3, flys as low rs� my shal be prorr
s4 topttr
Citryer, ii 8uysr Russ b tuti�l his oDSgxticxr under thk =Mraet CC 0115w all Mulftm have been cent. Burs, fa7a Io eta e*9 trcr*acear, the ow a"
rrml, at 1t'+o saga &tri uses cep m of tuna Seam,, to ratsfi-ad by tufa Samar sa is idand dwm9m Agor�, 8eii.r may red.srt the eoamw mwM and
c3 Iegai or a4 dfahla tfgPrb wldcts mart' edst as a ,sex t of Buyer txsaatfnq mar es gr,M ffPv ',ts OM � the: em d%mck
cd w3i be horrorwd 14m � to �� borrk, W4 f� &ayar strait be i7 dafa* at tuts PAw Estate ogared if raa dwelt is nA honored In a thrust,
I. "Or sed Sam" o fust. U r fuse *rent of serf, �a � mut Ica Mia Ew"ld t* may, ihAvq Agad f9rm rrtey irrbtrpieod furs £ututeet f4icswl
hofNftdcftouch �, bu ��+4 �d Fkm axrd,asft Agent Fitm shM but zai�d from 6WIRY to Burm ,real sow
Naapkm d Eadum tel not'.
]NVEYANCE: Ur::aaa u watas s d. ba r. %* &,m by vm cmty dotd, in f se sks�iut huts, it stun be s:4ect to
ad Ins�txnanti and �. d tarry, wFiid do rci rttairiafy atiaoi ftVelma ci fuse f+rowrtr. Wou a;raeety reserved hereat. t3 XNi CCNYEYANM
L INCL t!'aS ALL Baric. F*MJTB OWNED tTY SlrlUEM 1p My. Lana, ►ssrrarrta grid rttxeesnra anh trove sjptsrauree sit IaM beim ate rutgtrirwi to
3r fogad title 60 this Pf"ty.
TLE HEflL tRF EHT8: t3rrierra o�ten+ftua a�Paestled, tt�e tsetse shat tvrnieh. a3 a sxa4 aaktter; (4 a cargiafa abstract nd@C f V marotmnmbly fide
Iutwy to Boyar or &gvl'e suer ct (H) all's ifrauua ve is etre mmurtt d Vw Ra ohrea Poet's. it zee maim to rd* Sailer aw haze a roomons ie
0 oxo tha abodimm Also urJesa o6vto speed, If tura Buyer is dk**Ig fnsncm to Purchase the t'rcperty, st+7K shad turrish at
;agar'& LtS policy in the frau=d d tura lean to M dzbtkwd if required try the under. 8uyrye cost a
URVEY:
R A. No atnny &haft be provided.
3 B. A an, an autos, in a form aa6sb tory to BWrr (wW Bjjywg lander, ff *piiarbie), card&d WW%in dWs of dcca p by a registered Wand
wxveyot. wail be pmavided and paid far Wry. 0 Buyw ❑ Saar.
0 a othw.
NOT APPLICABLE
PFRCOLATION/SOIL TEST:
C No pw=Wm or cater sat bet ah28 be prov4od.
Ll S. A csarant perocCitlott or Char sad tact In a k"Jon saftUctcwy to Buyer (and Buyer's is dor. If sp a). certified w4dn days of dosing
, _ WU be pra+hdsd and Raid far by:._13,Jrer. Setter.
PRQRATIONS: Taxa& artd spa isl assessments dsa en Of tea doe "tae paid by Suter. Any dWwils on yenta] prop ! are to be truajeff ed to
er of ckc;ly. lnstuamm. gamest tax++, &Podai lcr2asrft, terror paYr mTts arra iniere t on any esswnutd lout mW be fxrxsteci as of ckmanq, ts6t"
•rv+ue ado« iycd t� *e m
of [ Forst SadW launber aXA_LT aFr W -N-- F
SES; COMMUNITY HOUSING INC. (bdNid,*y, any, the
) offers b pur&ame. sub{ect loihsiermsard ccrr*orw out kith hersw� from the undara; �►.d (indvidually or colleedvety, the 'SeivI. the property dsac rbW
iraph 2 of fats contract (ON'ftpertyl:
MAL DESCRIPTION AND ADDRESS: LOTS 1,2,3 AND 4, BLOCK 53, ORIGINAL CITY
r -TITTLE ROCK PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS (PROPERTY ADDRESS 1501, 1561,
5.1 and 1517—R-OCK STREET, LITTLE ROCK .
RCHASE PRICE: SW*d to lige loaowkV cwxMons the Buyer &W prey tt,s k,60.+heq a ase serer Tor the Property
urcttase Prka'j .......... __ ..... ... _ ..... ... .. ._...w..__. _... ..............._� ......�... .. 5 -14 , 0 0 0 . 0 0
CASH: cash id closing In the ❑ w c�0 awomu d a sum of _ ...�.. , . x .� ... ; 14,000.00*
RHANCINQ AS FOLLOWS: THE INTENDED USE OF THE PROPERTY IS FOR *LESS SELLER;
HOUSING FINANCED BY HUD. -THE PROPERTY MUST BE APPROVED BY HUD CLOSING COS`
FOR THIS PURPOSE. IF THE PROPERTY IS DISAPPROVED BY HUD, THEN
IT IS UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED THAT ANY EARNEST MONEY DEPOSIT WILL
BE REFUNDED.
IAN AND CLOSINQ COM: tkk" oC� gmcdiad, all Buysrs amino costs, 6rciuding orla a w fes, sssumPtlon toss, Joan costs, prspazd
and Jowl discount points, are W be paid by Buyer. lo pay Sahara ticeirrg costs.
NOT APPLICABLE
rPL1CATION FOR FINANCING* 17 wpknbK Buys agm" to male crrripleb applfcstion for new loan or for loan aswamptfon within business
from the execuftn date of this Real Estate Contract and to request that the ioerr or to assumption be approved on or about calendar days agar
atfon. Complete loan application includes ordering end paying for any credd reports or appramafe that we required to make the loan. In ordor to timely
ata tl» apptkation required by fhb Paragraph 5, Buyer agrees to provide lender with d requested Informatiom tXdesa otherwise specified, zl acid loan is not
J or assumed, Buyer agrees to pay for foam coots insured, Including appraisal and credit report; unissa falwe to close Is caused by Sailer, in which cme such
sea will be paid by Sefisr. Buyer understands that torture to &rWy make Inn application as defined above may eomstituts a breach of ebs Real Estate
3a
%RNEST MONEY: Buyer herewith te,I a R ad for; —1 000.00 b be deposited by UstiN Agent firm upon aooepiar,ce as eamest
f wthK;h strati apply toward the Purchase Ria+ or CIOEtt'rg Caste. This fiver Estate Contract sha scree os a raoeipt for said Earnest Money deposited. it tiffs
ements are not tvftilod or If SwM is re vole to ablsin finarxcing or apprvrri of Raaurs I tkm as specified In Paragraph 3, the earned money shad be promptly
tad to Buyer. It Suysr fails to WA his Wgabom under this carr"d or after d conditions two been met. Buyer fab to close this transaction, the earnest
y may, at tt a sola and sxduwve opbon of the Saner, be rstsiriW by the Setter sa liquidated damages. Aftonm ivety, Ballet may rehun the earnest money and
t at tegai or equitable rights which may e4st as a result of Buyer breasting 2ft contract_ Buyer warrants, represents and acknowledges that the check
red .vifJ be honored upon presenWon to Buyer's bonK and tha Buyer shall be in deburft of tl•his Real Estate Contrail if the check is not honored in a timely
cr. Buyer and Seller agree that. In ttre event of any diG" commcnkV wy tiorrwrt to the Earnest Money. Listing Agent Firm may interplead the Earnest Monay
, court of ccen atom Misd ebon, And upon such interptaader, both i latVI Agent Firm arAS*W q Agent Firm shaft be released from liiability to Buyer and Seller.
g Agont Firm shall be mkrbtusad any atzotneys fees Of costs from the kAorpised Eams43 Money.
ONVEYANCE: Untess otherwise specified, conveyarm shall be made to Stryst by general warranty dead, in fee simple absolute. except it shall be abject to
dad instruments and easements, if any, vet do not rnawiafiy affect the va4nrr of the Property. Unless expcstsly rsssrrsd hwow , SUCH CONVEYANCE
LL INMUDE ALL IrIMRAL FUGHTS OWNED BY SISIJM . IF ANY. Selzer w rorrts and reprasects only those signattues set forth below are required to
.fa legal titki to the Prop".
TILE REQUIREMENTS: Unless otherwies specified, ftts Selar ghoul turrtesh, at Belies ooei, aWw. () a complete abstract reflecting merchantable tide
factory to Buyer or Buyer's attorney; or (fh) title kmaamo in the arrTount of to P rchww Price. it ob}ecv" we made to Tirtfs, S*L6w %W have a reasonable
to cure en vb}octiom. Also unless otherwise rapeafred, if the Ruyan is ging finsnam to Purchase the Property. Buyer than furnish at Buyers cost a
gagee's tits policy in the artmnt of tine loan to tie cbba rwd, if required by the lender.
iuRVFY:
EXA. No survey shalt be provided.
❑ B. A current survey In a form satisfaetary to Buyer (and Buyer's lender, H appl-aSe), cectified within days of Ckx4ng by a registered land
surveyor. will be provided and paid for by: ❑ Buyer Q Selzer.
❑ c. tither:
PERCOLATIONISOILTEST; NOT APPLICABLE
No percolation or other soil test shah be provided.
(A S. A current pa ccUtfon or other soil test in a iacabon satisfadry to Buyer (and Buyses fender. if Wgscatrle), certified within days of closing
will be provided and Paid for by: ,Buyer ,SNler.
. PRORATIONS' Taxes and specfaf assessments due on or before closing shall be paid by Seller. Any deposits on rental property ars to be tnansiened tt
yer ut dosing. Insurance. goneraf taxes, SPOCW menti, rental paymarrts end interest on any assumed Joan shall be praPtad as of clueing, unWO
erwise s. f ified herein.
AUG 23 '99 03:51PM BARNES QUINN FLAKE
REALTORS
August 20, 1999
Mr. Walter Malone, AICA
Planning Manager
City of Little Rock
Department of Planning and Development
723 West Markham
Little Rock, AR 72201-1334
RE: Request for Conditional Use Permit
Dear Mr. Malone:
It was a pleasure to discuss with you your letter dated August 9, 1999 regarding new'zoning
classifications,
Please allow this letter to serve as our request for a conditional use permit (C.U.P.) for the
following property:
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Property: I Quapaw Towers
Legal Description: Block 2, Johnson's Additlon to the City of Little Rock
New District: (Low Density Residential)
Conditional Use: First floor commercial lease spaces for conditional use of RC -1",
(Neighborhood Commerolal).
If you have any questions, please feel free to give me a call at (501) 372-6161.
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City of Little Rock
Department of 701 West Markham
Public Works Little Rock, Arkansas 72201
(501) 371-4475
Fax (501) 371-4843
MEMORANDUM
TO: WALTER MALONE, PLANNING MANAGER
Office of the Director
FROM: CHANDRA L. WALLAR, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORK,
SUBJECT: NEW ZONING & MSP
DATE: AUGUST 20,1999
Public Works staff reviewed the new Zoning and MSP Ordinance changes. The following
comments are offered:
➢ SECTION . URBAN USE DISTRICT, (c), (2), What if no alley or alley is unsafe?
Where do they put waste? last sentence —...receptacles shall be placed adjacent to alleys...
➢ SECTION _ . URBAN USE DISTRICT, (c), (3) — No new drive-in or drive-through
facilities may be visible from the public right-of-way or take direct access from the street.
Where are they to take access? How will this impact banks?
➢ SECTION _ . URBAN USE DISTRICT, (c), (5), b., second sentence —...trees shall be
located a minimum of 2'0"... What type of trees are permitted? Also, tree height and line -
of sight problems at intersections and other curb cuts be specified.
➢ SECTION . URBAN USE DISTRICT, (c), (6), a. — Verbiage to describe sidewalk
configuration is most confusing. What is meant by ... minimum 7foot horizontal
clearance at a height of 4 feet from the ground? If sidewalk is constructed with a 2' green
space (assuming the 2' exclusion is intended for landscaping) between curb and sidewalk
and a 5' concrete walk, it appears 7' horizontal clearance is satisfied no matter what
height from the ground.
➢ SECTION URBAN USE DISTRICT, (c), (6), b. — Word shall needs to be changed
to may to indicate sidewalk displays may be allowed. Section 30-6 of the Streets and
Sidewalks ordinance specifies a `permit from the City Manager" is required for sidewalk
displays. Is there any control on type and content of display that will be allowed? To
ensure adequate space for pedestrian, fire lanes and access by physically impaired, why
not require a minimum 5' walkway be maintained.
➢ SECTION . URBAN USE DISTRICT, (c), (9), b. and c. — The maximum projection
ofAwnings and Balconies be qualified with a minimum "distance to the curb to protect
from conflicts with vehicles."
➢ SECTION . URBAN USE DISTRICT, (c), (10), Lack of Parking is currently a big
concern in this area. How can we solve this problem? To not require off-street parking
"We're Proud Of Our Work(s)!"
appears to exasperate the problem a., second paragraph — ... structure may add one story ill
height. What is the maximum number of stories for parking structures?
➢ SECTION . URBAN USE DISTRICT, (c), (10), b., first paragraph — ... adjacent to a
structure, never in the front yard... Front yard is very ambiguous. Possible should be
changed to "never between the building and an abutting street': What happens when
property fronts 2 or 3 streets?
➢ SECTION . URBAN USE DISTRICT, (c), (10), b., second paragraph —A procedure
needs to be in place to keep track of changes in commercial surface parking lots
➢ SECTION . URBAN USE DISTRICT, (e). — If largest permitted building is 5 stories
plus I bonus floor for mass transit. What bonus scenario would allow up to 10 stories
(150')?
➢ SECTION URBAN USE DISTRICT, (f), (1) — What about adjacent structures
having different build to lines? Is an average used?
➢ SECTION . URBAN USE DISTRICT, (f), (3), last sentence — ...set back of not less
than four 4 feet. This seems to conflict with Section V that requires six (6) feet
minimum. In addition, radial dedications and corner set backs at intersections need to be
considered for such things as ADA requirements and traffic signal poles.
➢ SECTION R4 -A LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL, (a) —...home occupations are permitted
as long as they do not have objectionable characteristics and are not unduly concentrated...
What is unduly? 10%, 20% per block?
➢ SECTION R4 -A LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL, (b), (3) — Insert comma for
clarification. ...in addition to the above uses; multi -family use, as defined by R-5 urban
residential district, shall be a ...
➢ SECTION R4 -A LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL, (d), (2) and (4) — This is confusing, if
you cannot have a lot less than: 50 feet wide and you must have a side yard of not less than
10% with a maximum of 5 feet, then the rxed side yard is 5' under all conditions. Why
not just say it?
- OTHER ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS: MASTER STREET PLAN: -These
amendments will be introduced as part of an overall MSP modification. Anticipate
completion October 1999.
... radii shall be reduced to that for Collectors (25 feet).
If you have questions or require further information, please call.
CW/pm
"We're Proud Of Our Work(s)!"
Zoning Ordinance changes;
1) Amend Section 36-2 Definitions -- adding:
Drive Through -- means an establishment which by design of physical facilities or
by the type of service offered, the customer conducts business from a motor
vehicle.
Pedestrian 'urban' oriented -- means a development pattern designed at a
human (pedestrian) scale and orientation. This includes provision of visual items
of interest for the pedestrian -- window displays, streetscape amenities.
Integral accessory use — means an outdoor or partially enclosed use area, which
is an integral part directly servicing in a subordinate role a permitted interior use.
Build -to -line — means the line where the exterior fagade of a building is to be
located excluding any projections.
Commercial surface parking lot — means a surface parking lot, which has spaces
for lease or sale on a daily, monthly or annual basis.
11) Amend Article 111, Section 36-156. Height and area
exceptions -- Changing R-4 to R -4A in paragraph 2c. as follows:
"Accessory buildings or structures in the R-1 through R -4A districts..."
Ill) Amend Article IV, Section 36-176. Districts established -
adding:
R -4A low density residential district
UU urban use district
119 Amend Article V, Section 36-337. Districts - adding:
R -4A low density residential district
UU urban use district
19 Remove Article VI Sections 36-401 through 36-418 - Zoning
Plan for Central Little Rock Urban Renewal Project.
VI) Amend Section 36-524. Exceptions/modifications (zoning
buffers) - adding:
(11) Developments within the Urban Use (UU) District shall provide land use
buffers only where abutting single-family and duplex use or zoning. Street
buffers shall not be required.
Land Use buffer. All sites developed. Modified or enlarged shall provide a land
use buffer(s) as follows:
1. Side property lines at five (5) percent of the average width of the lot on both
sides;
2. Rear property lines at five (5) percent of the average depth of the lot;
3. The minimum dimension shall be six (6) feet in all instances;
4. The maximum dimension required shall be forty (40) feet in all instances.
Vll)Adding two new Zone Districts to Article V District
Regulations - Urban Use (UQ) and Low Density Residential (R -
4A)
SECTION—. URBAN USE DISTRICT
(a) General Purpose and Intent. The Urban Use district established by this
chapter is designed to assure the continuation of development consistent with a
traditional urban form. The Urban Use district is designed to help create a
compact, dense, distinguishable core area. The district is established in order to
provide for an urban form allowing mid -rise and high rise structures. This District
is to provide for the office, civic and business core of the City. Structures within
the Urban Use district are encouraged to provide multiple uses within the same
structure. The ground or street level of structures should include street oriented
activity and pedestrian amenities. The resulting area is to be pedestrian 'urban'
oriented.
(b) Application of Regulations. The regulations of this District shall apply to new
development, redevelopment, expansion of existing development or exterior
modifications. Routine repairs and maintenance shall not require compliance
with this section.
Except for construction of improvements in the public right of way required by the
City, and redevelopment or expansion of existing development, all uses,
structures or lots which existed on the effective date of this section which do not
conform to the standards and guidelines established in this section, shall be
treated as nonconforming according to the provisions of Article III of this chapter.
(c) Development Criteria,
(1) Any lighting shall be placed so as to reflect light away from adjacent
residential structures. Fixtures adjacent to roadways shall be of a design
that minimizes glare to the motoring public. No excessive or unusual
noise, odor or vibration shall be emitted so that it constitutes a nuisance,
which substantially exceeds that general level of noise, odor or vibration
emitted by uses adjacent to or immediately surrounding the site. Such
comparisons shall be made at the boundary of the site.
(2) All trash receptacles and pickup shall be oriented away from the street
side of the property and screened from the public right-of-way. Trash
receptacles shall be placed adjacent to alleys if alleys are available.
(3) No new drive-in or drive-through facilities may be visible from the public
right-of-way or take direct access from the street.
(4) Building materials. Primary building facade materials shall be wood,
masonry, or glass.
(5) -Landscaping
a. All vehicular use areas and public right-of-way shall be in compliance
with chapter 15, article IV.
b. Street trees (tree types as listed in the landscape ordinance) shall be
a minimum 3" caliper trees. The trees shall be located a minimum of
2'-0" off back of curb and shall be 30' - 0" on center, no closer than
30' - 0" to a street intersection, with a water source provided. The
tree canopy shall be maintained at least 8 feet above the sidewalk.
c. Unless otherwise approved, the planter well shall have placed at its
base a six (6) inch thick section of approximately one (1) inch gravel
with filter fabric laid on top to assist with drainage.
(6) Sidewalks.
a. Sidewalks shall consist of a minimum 5 foot concrete walk, excluding
the first 2 feet from the curb. Sidewalks shall provide a minimum 7
foot horizontal clearance at a height of 4 feet from the ground.
b. Sidewalk sales and daily display or vending that is stored inside the
principal business building during closed business hours, may be
allowed. However, these activities shall not obstruct pedestrian
movement, fire lanes, or areas designated for access by the
physically impaired.
(7) Building orientation. Buildings must be oriented to the street. The
primary entrance of the building shall be at street level on the street at
the sidewalk. Entrances shall be designed so that the door will not swing
beyond the property line.
(8) Street -level floor. The ground -level (street fronting) floor of non-residential
structures shall have a minimum of 60 percent transparent or window
display.
If at least 50 percent of the street -level office and retail space has direct
access to the street, the total building square footage may be increased
with additional floor(s) at a rate of 2 square feet for each one square foot
of leasable space directly accessible to the street. On the street level the
maximum area of sign may also be doubled if the above requirement is
met.
(9) Projections (all requirements for a franchise remain in place).
a. Objects shall not project from the building facade over the public right
of way except for awnings and balconies.
b. Awnings shall not project more than 5'-0" from the building facade
and have a minimum clearance of 9'-0" above the sidewalk.
:c. Balconies over the public right of way shall have a minimum
clearance of 9'-0" above the sidewalk. The maximum projection shall
be 4'0".
(10) Parking requirements. No off-street parking shall be required.
a. Parking structures. The ground or street -level of a parking structure
shall have at least 50 percent of the street -level structure frontage
(exclusive of entrance driveways, stairways and pedestrian
entryways) for active use other than parking, such as offices, light
retail, personal services and entertainment. The structure may be
constructed without these alternative uses as long as the first level of
the structure has a minimum height of 12 feet to allow for a retrofit
adding them in the future.
If the parking structure includes the alternative uses at the time of
initial construction, then the related structure may add one story in
height. In addition, the maximum area devoted to signage on the
first story may be doubled if the alternative uses are in place at initial
construction.
b. Parking lots. Surface parking is to be located behind or adjacent to
a structure, never between the building and abutting street.
Within this district no additional commercial surface parking lots shall
be permitted after the date of this ordinance. If a commercial surface
lot is removed then a new commercial surface lot may be added
within this district as long as the total area which is devoted to this
use does not increase from that as of the date of this ordinance.
(11) Signs. Off -premise, pole, and monument signs are not allowed;
otherwise, permitted signs shall be as in Section 36-553 "Signs
permitted in institutional and office zones" of the Zoning Ordinance.
(d) Use Regulations
(1) Permitted Uses. Uses permitted shall include all those allowed in the
Residential Districts, Office Districts and Commercial Districts as
'permitted uses', in Chapter 36. Except that, all uses must be inside or
enclosed. Within the front setback where an integral accessory use is
provided, the integral accessory use area need not be totally enclosed.
(2) Conditional uses. Conditional uses shall include those allowed in the
Light Industrial '1-2' District as 'permitted uses', in Chapter 36. Except
that all uses must be inside or enclosed.
(e) Height regulations. No building hereafter erected or structurally altered shall
exceed,a height of three (3) stories or 45 feet, whichever is less. Developments
which provide a minimum 20 percent of the gross floor area for residential uses
are entitled to a maximum height of five (5) stories or 75 feet, whichever is less.
Any structure which is certified by CATA (Central Arkansas Transit Authority) as
providing a portion of the structure for mass transit (such as a bus -stop, etc.), is
entitled to one bonus floor. All building height bonuses are cumulative not to
exceed ten (10) stories or 150 feet.
In the area bounded by Markham Street on the north, 8th street on the south,
Scott Street on the east, and Broadway Street on the west, building height shall
be controlled by the Adams Field Airport Zoning Ordinance (section 7-57, height
limitations in the Little Rock Code of Ordinances).
(t) Area regulations.
(1) Front yard. Five foot build to line. If there is an adjacent structure which
is closer than five feet, then the new structure may be built using the line
of the pre-existing structure. (In no case may a structure be built in the
right-of-way.) A development with an integral accessory use may
increase the setback (build -to line) to 20 feet.
Along Capitol Avenue, west of Broadway Street and east of Scott Street,
the front building line shall be 25 feet. Along Chester Street from 1-630 to
La Harpe Boulevard the front building line shall be 10 feet.
In no case is the storage or parking of vehicles allowed in the front
setback.
(2) Rear yard. No setback required except where adjacent to lots containing
single family detached structures. In this case the rear yard shall have a
set back of not less than twenty-five (25) feet.
(3) Side yard. No setback required except where adjacent to lots containing
single family detached structures. In this case the side yards shall have
a set back of not less than four (4) feet.
Sec. . R4 -A Low Density Residential
(a) Purpose and intent. The purpose of the R -4A District is to protect existing
developed residential neighborhoods. It is intended for single family use with
conversions to two family units or the addition of accessory residential units.
The R -4A district should be located in developed areas of the city where an
environment suitable for moderate -density residential (use) and in an established
medium -density residential areas where densification may facilitate their
continuation as desirable residential areas. Accessory uses, conditional uses
and home occupations are permitted as long as they do not have objectionable
characteristics and provided further that they otherwise conform to the provisions
of this chapter. The district is intended to be an urban low to moderate -density
residential area, where an occasional nonresidential use adds to the overall
character of the neighborhood.
(b) Use Regulations.
(1) Permitted uses. Permitted uses are single-family and two-family
residences.
(2) Other uses. Accessory, home occupation, temporary, special and
conditional uses allowed within the R -4A low-density residential district
shall be the same as those in the R-1, R-2, R-3 single-family districts.
In addition any by -right uses within the C-1 neighborhood commercial
district may be allowed as conditional uses in R -4A as specifically
approved by the Planning Commission. These uses must follow the
development criteria listed under C-1 neighborhood commercial and
have a traditional design consistent with the neighborhood.
(3) Within the area bounded by Capitol Avenue on the north, 9th street on
the south, 1-30 on the east, and Cumberland Street on the west, in
addition to the above uses, multi -family use, as defined by R-5 urban
residential district, shall be a permitted use.
(c) Height regulations. No building hereafter erected or structurally altered shall
exceed a height of thirty-five (35) feet.
(d) Area regulations.
(1) Front yard. There shall be a front yard setback having a depth of not less
than twenty-five (25) feet. If there is an adjacent structure, which is
closer than 25 feet, then the new structure may be built using the line of
the pre-existing structure. In no case may a structure be built in the right-
of-way.
(2) Side yard. There shall be a side yard on each side of the building having
a width of not less than ten (10) percent of the average width of the lot,
not to exceed five (5) feet.
(3) Rear yard. There shall be a rear yard having a depth of not less than
twenty-five (25) feet.
(4) Lot area regulations. There shall be a lot area of not less than five
thousand (5,000) square feet. In addition, there shall be a lot width of not
Fess than fifty (50) feet and a lot depth of not less than one hundred (100)
feet.
(5) Accessory structures and additions. Accessory structures or principal
building additions of conventional on-site construction are permitted by
right.
Vlll) Modify map to change the area, from Cross to 130 and 1630
to River, to Urban Use and R -4A Districts.
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City of Little Rock
Department of Planning and Development
723 West Markham
Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334
(501) 371-4790
FAX (501) 371-6863
MEMORANDUM
TO:A-DOWVNTOWN
CARNEY, CITY MANAGER
FROMLAWSON, DIRECTOR PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
S JZONING PLAN
DATE: AUGUST 9, 1999
Please find attached the following information: a letter, outline of changes and new
zoning map being mailed to downtown property owners. This is a major step toward the
implementation of the downtown Framework for the Future and additional work by a
downtown zoning committee. Two new districts, Urban Use (UU) and Low Density
Residential (R -4A), are being proposed and this change would make land use a minor or
non -issue downtown.
In the Urban Use district design is important with pedestrian friendly and more `urban'
structural forms required or encouraged. In the front there would be a build -to -line;
ground level activity in structures is encouraged (required windows/displays and
encouraged direct access); and parking/delivery, etc. is to be behind or on the side of
structures. Parking structures are encouraged, but there is no parking required. No net
increase in the amount of surface commercial parking lots is allowed and no new drive-
through/drive-in facilities may be visible from the street. There are height bonus and
some signage bonuses.
As was suggested by the Framework for the Future committee the new zoning crosses I-
30 and includes the Presidential Library area. The Urban Use district is proposed for this
area. Most of the area to the south of the site has the zone district described above. The
MacArthur Park area would generally be zoned `R -4A' a district residential district,
which allows some quiet businesses as conditional uses. The two city parks, MacArthur
and Riverfront, would be zoning `OS', which is appropriate for parks.
This has been presented to the Plans Committee of the Little Rock Planning Commission.
On September 2 the full Commission will discuss the proposals and be asked to reclassify
the downtown area. If you have any questions or need additional information, please
call.
Enclosure
Jim Lawsoi
Directo
City of Little Rock
spar men ❑ anmmng and DevelopmentPlanning
Zoning and
723 West Markham Subdivision
Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334
13 (501) 371-4790
August 9, 1999
Dear Property Owner:
This letter is to update you on the progress toward new zoning classifications for the
Downtown area. As you know, hopefully, the City has reviewed the downtown zoning
for about two years. A draft of the new zoning classifications and map indicating
locations are enclosed for your convenience.
The new district (Urban Use) allows Residential, Office and Commercial use by -right but
industrial9-2) use as a conditional use (C.U.P.). If you have such use and if you will
provide us with a legal description and letter requesting the C.U.P. (including the current
use), then we will include the C.U.P. change at no cost to you.
The second new district (Low Density Residential) allows for multifamily to single
family north of 9`h Street and Duplex to Single Family south of 91h Street with "C-1",
(Neighborhood Commercial), use as a conditional use. If you have such use and if you
will provide us with a legal description and letter requesting the C.U.P. (including the
current use), then we will include the C.U.P. change at no cost to you.
The Planning Commission at their regular meeting will discuss this rezoning item on
Thursday, September 2, 1999 in the Board Chambers of City Hall (500 West Markham).
The hearing starts at 4:00 p.m. (NOTE: This item will most likely not be heard at the
beginning of the meeting.) We request that you have all requests for a C.U.P. into our
office (Downtown Zoning, 723 West Markham, Little Rock, AR 7220 1) by no later than
Friday, August 20, 1999.
If you have any questions, please contact Walter Malone at 371-681.9. You are invited to
attend the public hearing on Thursday, September 2, 1999.
Sincerely,
Walter Malone, AICP
Planning Manager
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Zoning Ordinance changes:
1) Definitions -- adding:
Drive Through -- means an establishment which by design of physical facilities or
by the type of service offered, the customer conducts business from a motor
vehicle.
Pedestrian 'urban' oriented -- means a development pattern designed at a
human (pedestrian) scale and orientation. This includes provision of visual items
of interest for the pedestrian -- window displays, streetscape amenities.
Integral -accessory use — means an outdoor or partially enclosed use area, which
is an integral part directly servicing in a subordinate role a permitted interior use.
Build -to -line — means the line where the exterior fagade of a building is to be
located excluding any projections.
Commercial surface parking lot — means a surface parking lot, which has spaces
for lease or sale on a daily, monthly or annual basis.
ll) Amend Section 36-524. Exceptions/modifications (zoning
buffers) - adding:
(11) Developments within the Urban Use (UU) District shall provide land use
buffers only where abutting single-family and duplex use or zoning. Street
buffers shall not be required.
Land Use buffer. All sites developed. Modified or enlarged shall provide a land
use buffer(s) as follows:
1. Side property lines at five (5) percent of the average width of the lot on both
sides;
2. Rear property lines at five (5) percent of the average depth of the lot;
3. The minimum dimension shall be six (6) feet in all instances;
4. The maximum dimension required shall be forty (40) feet in all instances.
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lll) Adding two new Zone Districts to Article V District
Regulations - Urban Use (UQ) and Low Density Residential (R-
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SECTION—. URBAN USE DISTRICT
(a) General Purpose and Intent. The Urban Use district established by this
chapter is designed to assure the continuation of development consistent with a
traditional urban form. The Urban Use district is designed to help create a
compact, dense, distinguishable core area. The district is established in order to
provide for an urban form allowing mid -rise and high rise structures. This District
is to provide for the office, civic and business core of the City. Structures within
the Urban Use district are encouraged to provide multiple uses within the same
structure,. The ground or street level of structures should include street oriented
activity and pedestrian amenities. The resulting area is to be pedestrian `urban'
oriented.
(b) Application of Regulations. The regulations of this District shall apply to new
development, redevelopment, expansion of existing development or exterior
modifications. Routine repairs and maintenance shall not require compliance
with this section.
Except for construction of improvements in the public right of way required by the
City, and redevelopment or expansion of existing development, all uses,
structures or lots which existed on the effective date of this section which do not
conform to the standards and guidelines established in this section, shall be
treated as nonconforming according to the provisions of Article III of this chapter.
(c) Development Criteria.
(1) Any lighting shall be placed so as to reflect light away from adjacent
residential structures. No excessive or unusual noise, odor or vibration
shall be emitted so that it constitutes a nuisance, which substantially
exceeds that general level of noise, odor or vibration emitted by uses
adjacent to or immediately surrounding the site. Such comparisons shall
be made at the boundary of the site.
(2) All trash receptacles and pickup shall be oriented away from the street
side of the property and screened from the public right-of-way. Trash
receptacles shall be placed in alleys if alleys are available.
(3) No new drive-in or drive-through facilities may be visible from the public
right-of-way or take direct access from the street.
(4) Building materials. Primary building fagade materials shall be wood,
masonry, or glass.
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(5) Landscaping
a. All vehicular use areas and public right-of-way shall be in compliance
with chapter 15, article IV.
b. Street trees shall be a minimum 3" caliper trees. The trees shall be
located 2'-0" off back of curb and shall be 30'- 0" on center with a
water source provided. The tree canopy shall be maintained at least
8 feet above the sidewalk.
c. Unless otherwise approved, the planter well shall have placed at its
base a six (6) inch thick section of approximately one (1) inch gravel
with filter fabric laid on top to assist with drainage.
(6) Sidewalks.
a. Sidewalks shall consist of a minimum 5 foot concrete walk, excluding
the first 2 feet from the curb. Sidewalks shall provide a minimum 7
foot horizontal clearance at a height of 4 feet from the ground.
b. Sidewalk sales and daily display or vending that is stored inside the
principal business building during closed business hours, shall be
allowed. However, these activities shall not obstruct pedestrian
movement, fire lanes, or areas designated for access by the
physically impaired.
(7) Building orientation. Buildings must be oriented to the street. The
primary entrance of the building shall be at street level on the street at
the sidewalk. Entrances shall be designed so that the door will not swing
beyond the property line.
(8) Street -level floor. The ground -level (street fronting) floor of non-residential
structures shall have a minimum of 60 percent transparent or window
display.
If at least 50 percent of the street -level office and retail space has direct
access to the street, the total building square footage may be increased
with additional floor(s) at a rate of 2 square feet for each one square foot
of leasable space directly accessible to the street. On the street level the
maximum area of sign may also be doubled if the above requirement is
met.
(9) Projections (all requirements for a franchise remain in place).
a. Objects shall not project from the building facade over the public right
of way except for awnings and balconies.
b. Awnings shall not project more than 5'-0" from the building facade
and have a minimum clearance of 9'-0" above the sidewalk.
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c. Balconies over the public right of way shall have a minimum
clearance of 9'-0" above the sidewalk. The maximum projection shall
be 4'0".
(10) Parking requirements. No off-street parking shall be required.
a. Parking structures. The ground or street -level of a parking structure
shall have at least 50 percent of the street -level structure frontage
(exclusive of entrance driveways, stairways and pedestrian
entryways) for active use other than parking, such as offices, light
retail, personal services and entertainment. The structure may be
constructed without these alternative uses as long as the first level of
the structure has a minimum height of 12 feet to allow for a retrofit
adding them in the future.
If the parking structure includes the alternative uses at the time of
initial construction, then the related structure may add one story in
height. In addition, the maximum area devoted to signage on the
first story may be doubled if the alternative uses are in place at initial
construction.
b. Parking lots. Surface parking is to be located behind or adjacent to
a structure, never in the front yard.
Within this district no additional commercial surface parking lots shall
be permitted after the date of this ordinance. If a commercial surface
lot is removed then a new commercial surface lot may be added
within this district as long as the total area which is devoted to this
use does not increase from that as of the date of this ordinance.
(11) Signs. Off -premise, pole, and monument signs are not allowed;
otherwise, permitted signs shall be as in Section 36-553 "Signs
permitted in institutional and office zones" of the Zoning Ordinance.
(d) Use Regulations
(1) Permitted Uses. Uses permitted shall include all those allowed in the
Residential Districts, Office Districts and Commercial Districts as
'permitted uses', in Chapter 36. Except that, all uses must be inside or
enclosed. Within the front setback where an integral accessory use is
provided, the integral accessory use area need not be totally enclosed.
(2) Conditional uses. Conditional uses shall include those allowed in the
Light Industrial '1-2' District as 'permitted uses', in Chapter 36. Except
that all uses must be inside or enclosed.
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(e) Height regulations. No building hereafter erected or structurally altered shall
exceed a height of three (3) stories or 45 feet, whichever is less. Developments
which provide a minimum 20 percent of the gross floor area for residential uses
are entitled to a maximum height of five (5) stories or 75 feet, whichever is less.
Any structure which is certified by CATA (Central Arkansas Transit Authority) as
providing a portion of the structure for mass transit (such as a bus stop, etc.), is
entitled to one bonus floor. All building height bonuses are cumulative not to
exceed ten (10) stories or 150 feet.
For those structures in the area bounded by Markham Street on the north, 8th
street on the south, Scott Street on the east, and Broadway Street on the west,
building height shall be controlled by the Airport Building Height Ordinance
(Ordinance No. 14613) — Code of Ordinances 7-57.
(f) Area regulations.
(1) Front yard. Five foot build to line. If there is an adjacent structure which
is closer than five feet, then the new structure may be built using the line
of the pre-existing structure. (In no case may a structure be built in the
right-of-way.) A development with an integral accessory use may
increase the setback (build -to line) to 20 feet.
Along Capitol Avenue, west of Broadway Street and east of Scott Street,
the front building line shall be 25 feet. Along Chester Street from 1-630 to
La Harpe Boulevard the front building line shall be 10 feet.
In no case is the storage or parking of vehicles allowed in the front
setback.
(2) Rear yard. No setback required except where adjacent to lots containing
single family detached structures. In this case the rear yard shall have a
set back of not less than twenty-five (25) feet.
(3) Side yard. No setback required except where adjacent to lots containing
single family detached structures. In this case the side yards shall have
a set back of not less than four (4) feet.
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Sec. . R4 -A Low Density Residential
(a) Purpose and intent. The purpose of the R -4A District is to protect existing
developed residential neighborhoods. It is intended for single family use with
conversions to two family units or the addition of accessory residential units.
The R -4A district should be located in developed areas of the city where an
environment suitable for moderate -density residential (use) and in an established
medium -density residential areas where densification may facilitate their
continuation as desirable residential areas. Accessory uses, conditional uses
and home occupations are permitted as long as they do not have objectionable
characteristics and are not unduly concentrated in the area. These uses must
otherwise conform to the provisions, of this chapter and be compatible with the
character of the neighborhood. The district is intended to be an urban low to
moderate -density residential area, where an occasional nonresidential use adds
to the overall character of the neighborhood.
(b) Use Regulations.
(1) Permitted uses. Permitted uses are single-family and two-family
residences.
(2) Other uses. Accessory, home occupation, temporary, special and
conditional uses allowed within the R -4A low-density residential district
shall be the same as those in the R-1, R-2, R-3 single-family districts.
In addition any by -right uses within the C-1 neighborhood commercial
district may be allowed as conditional uses in R -4A as specifically
approved by the Planning Commission. These uses must follow the
development criteria listed under C-1 neighborhood commercial and
have a traditional design consistent with the neighborhood.
(3) Within the area bounded by Capitol Avenue on the north, 9th street on
the south, 1-30 on the east, and Cumberland Street on the west, in
addition to the above uses multi -family use, as defined by R-5 urban
residential district shall be a permitted use.
(c) Height regulations. No building hereafter erected or structurally altered shall
exceed a height of thirty-five (35) feet.
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(d) Area regulations.
(1) Front yard. There shall be a front yard setback having a depth of not less
than twenty-five (25) feet. If there is an adjacent structure which is closer
than 25 feet, then the new structure may be built using the line of the pre-
existing structure. In no case may a structure be built in the right-of-way.
(2) Side yard. There shall be a side yard on each side of the building having
a width of not less than ten (10) percent of the average width of the lot,
not to exceed five (5) feet.
(3) Rear yard. There shall be a rear yard having a depth of not less than
twenty-five (25) feet.
(4) Lot area regulations. There shall be a lot area of not less than five
thousand (5,000) square feet. In addition, there shall be a lot width of not
less than fifty (50) feet and a lot depth of not less than one hundred (100)
feet.
(5) Accessory structures and additions. Accessory structures or principal
building additions of conventional on-site construction are permitted by
right.
ll� Remove Article Vl Sections 36-401 through 36-418 -
Zoning Plan for Central Little Rock Urban Renewal Project.
10 Modify map to change the area, from Cross to 130 and 1630
to River, to Urban Use and R -4A Districts.
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Other Ordinance Amendments:
Master Street Plan:
Intersection radii — on Broadway, Chester, Scott, Louisiana, 3rd and 2nd
Streets the radii shall be reduced to that for Collectors.
Land Use Plan:
1) Add new Land Use Definition:
Mixed Use -- Urban: This category provides for a mix of residential, office and
commercial uses not only in the same block but within the same structure. This
category is intended for older'urban' areas to allow dissimilar uses to exist which
support each other to create a vital area. Development should reinforce the
urban fabric creating a 24-hour activity area. Using the Planed Zoning District or
the Urban Use District, high and moderate density developments that result in a
vital (dense) pedestrian oriented area are appropriate.
2) Change Land Use Plan Map to new category and LDR (east of Cross)
3) Replace the Land Use Plan Text for Planning District 5
Replace Text under `Development Principals' with:
Downtown should become a place where people want to live and visit and
should have a lasting and recognizable image, distinguishable from all other
nearby environments.
Because it is the State capital and proud symbol of a metropolitan area,
Downtown Little Rock has many opportunities. Downtown should be the
financial, office and governmental center of the region and as such should be
planned as a place where people live, visit and work in a safe, vibrant,
pedestrian -friendly environment.
The built environment should encourage a sense of community and safety
among residents and visitors. Downtown should be planned to become a place
of 24-hour activity. These general planning goals should be reinforced by such
urban design and planning interventions as the following:
Specify land uses for entertainment and residential use
Preserve and reuse existing buildings
Capitalize on the Presidential Library as an economic development tool
Provide an effective transportation plan with a variety of modes
Provide landscaping throughout the area
® Utilize the Presidential Library as a regional educational resource center
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• Develop streetscaping plans designed for specific needs in designated areas
• Develop a means to encourage property owners to reinvest in Downtown
• Work with Federal, State and County governments to ensure the success of
the vision
• Specify land uses that will encourage the development of a niche for retail
activities
• Encourage a built form of quality architectural styles that evoke character
• Preserve civic and historic heritage
■ Recognize the riverfront as a key urban activity generator
Objective: The Downtown urban form should be protected by, requiring
structures be built to the street with street level activity and visual connection
between the street and interior.
Action Statement: Modify the development standards to encourage higher
density development and zero lot line construction. Modify parking regulations
(number -;of spaces, screening, etc.)
Special design studies should be undertaken and regulations implemented for
streets and corridors of community -wide importance.
Objective: To support an urban land use form, a fixed transit system is needed.
An investment must be made in a fixed transit system for Downtown that
effective ly'connects the different parts of Downtown and moves people within
that area.
Action Statement: Build a transit infrastructure — fixed routes to serve the
Downtown and immediate vicinity.
Objective: Residential use is essential for a n active and successful Downtown.
Because the Downtown residential area has lost most of its residential units, the
City of Little Rock must invest in downtown housing to assist in reviving the area
thereby creating housing opportunities for high as well as moderate -income
levels.
Action Statement: Create development and use incentives for owner occupied,
market rate rental, and affordable rental residential developments in Downtown.
Objective: Downtown must be actively marketed. In most cities a quasi -public
agency does this work. The City must establish 9with Downtown property
owners) an agency to advance the economic development of Downtown.
Action Statement: Develop a quasi -public downtown development agency to
market and assist with the implementation of projects.
Objective: In order to achieve an active Downtown, developments should be
mixed use and linked.
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Action Statement: Using the Framework for the Future document as a reference,
establish consensus among quasi -public, City, County, and State entities
regarding the vision of Downtown. Implement strategies conducive to the
objectives of the established vision. Assist only developments that conform to
the Framework guidelines.
Replace Text under `Land Use' with:
Residential:
The blocks, north and west of MacArthur Park, in the southeast corner of the
District are designated as Low Density Residential (LDR). Within this area, north
of Ninth Street is predominately Multifamily with some Single Family; while south
of Ninth Street is predominately Single Family with some Multifamily.
Mixed Use:
The majority of the district is designated for Mixed Use Urban. The uses range
from high-rise office buildings to single family homes. The intent is to create a
vital diverse area, which is pedestrian -friendly.
Parks and Open Space:
Riverfront Park runs along the Arkansas River along the northeast portion of the
district boundary. MacArthur Park, the City's first municipal park established in
1892 is in the southeast corner of the district.
Public/Institutional:
The State Capitol and related buildings are designated as Public Use, in the
western end of the district.
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Publish one (1) time in the Daily Record on Friday,
August 13, 1999. Send two (2) proofs of
publication and one (1) invoice to the Department
of Planning and Development, 723 West Markham,
Little Rock, Arkansas 72201.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
On September 2, 1999, at 4:00 in the Chamber of the Board of Directors of the City of Little
Rock, Second Floor, City Hall, at 500 West Markham St., pursuant to the Provisions of Chapter
36 of the Code of Ordinances, the Little Rock Planning Commission will hold a public hearing
on proposals to amend the Little Rock Code of Ordinances so as to change the zone
classifications on the following properties and other matters.
1. Amend Section 36-2 Definitions— adding definitions for: Drive Through, Pedestrian
"urban" oriented, Integral accessory use, Build -to -line, Commercial surface parking lot.
2. Amend Sdction 36-156. Height and area exceptions — Changing R-4 to R -4A in paragraph 2c.
as follows: "Accessory buildings or structures in the R-1 through R -4A districts..."
3. Amend Section 36-337. Districts— addin :
"R -4A low density residential district", "UU urban use district"
4. Remove Article VI Sections 36-401 through 36-418 — Zoning Plan for Central Little Rock
Urban Renewal Project.
5. Amend Section 36-524. Exceptions/modifications (zoning buffers) — adding:
"(11) Developments within the Urban Use (UU) District shall provide land use buffers only
where abutting single-family and duplex use or zoning. Street buffers shall not be required.
Land Use buffer. All sites developed. Modified or enlarged shall provide a land use
buffer(s) as follows:
1. Side property lines at five (5) percent of the average width of the lot on both sides;
2. Rear property lines at five (5) percent of the average depth of the lot;
3. The minimum dimension shall be six (6) feet in all instances;
4. The maximum dimension required shall be forty (40) feet in all instances."
6. Adding two new Zone Districts to Zoning Ordinance — Urban Use (UU) and Low Density
Residential (R -4A)
7. Z-6730 through Z-6733, generally in an area from Cross Street to Cumberland, 1-630 to the
Arkansas River; Cumberland to I-30 from 7'h Street to Railroad Spur Little Rock Western;
Ferry and McAlmont Street to I-30 7th Street to I-630; 13'x' Street to I-630 Spring to
Cumberland Street; Arkansas River to 3`d Street John to I-30; 3`d to 6`h Streets, College to
I-30; and 6th to 8th Streets, Byrd to I-30 (described as all of Clay's Subdivision, W. B.
Worthen Subdivision, Meyers 2nd and Ringo Addition, Signature Subdivision, Arkansas
Federal Credit Union Addition, State House Plaza, Pope's Addition, Post Office Replat, and
Russell's Addition; Stevensons Addition Blocks 1, 3, 4, and North %Trapnall Block in
Stephenson's; Johnson's Addition Blocks 1 and 2; Masonic Addition Blocks 4, 5, 12, 13;
Rectortown Addition Blocks 1-3, 6-11, 14-18; Woodruffs Blocks 3-6, Block 11 Lot 1-6 and
Original City Blocks 1-14, 21-23, Block 25 Lots 1-6, 9-12, Blocks 26-40, Block 41 Lots 1-3,
10-12; Blocks 67-131, 133-136, 139-142, 147-152, 157, 168-172, 174-181, 183, 185, 188,
194-198, 225-228, 248-263, 275-277, 280-297, 351-356) is rezoned to (UU) Urban Use
District.
Z-6734 through Z-6735, generally in an area from Cumberland to Ferry from 6th to 9th; 9th to
I-630 from Scott to Commerce; I-630 to 15th from Cumberland to Bragg; and 6th to 8th Streets
College to Byrd (described as Stevenson's Addition except Blocks 1, 3 and 4 and North 1/2 of
Trapnall Block of Stephenson's ; Johnson's Addition except Blocks 1 and 2; Bragg's
Addition Block 6; Rectortown Addition Blocks 19 and 20; Woodruffs Blocks 1-2, 7-8;
Original City Block 24, 25 Lots 7 and 8, Block 41 Lot 4-9, Blocks 42-49, 54-61 and Block
151 Lots 5-12) is rezoned to (R -4A) Low Density Residential.
Z-6736 and Z-6737, generally in an area between Commerce and McAlmont and 9th Street to
I-630 and from Arkansas River to Little Rock and Western Rail Spur and Broadway to I-30
(described as Original City Block 153-156, 145, 182; Pope's Addition Block A City Park
Addition of Original City; a parcel of land situated in the NE t/4 of Section 3, T -1-N, R -12-W,
City of Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas, including a portion of Block 34 and 35 of the
Original City of Little Rock, being more particularly described as follows:
Commencing at the NW corner of Block 35 of the Original City of Little Rock; thence North
45.75 feet to the SW corner of Block 182 of the Original City of Little Rock and a point on
the north right-of-way line of the Missouri Pacific Railroad right-of-way and the Point of
Beginning; thence East 100 feet along the south line of said Block 182 and along said North
right-of-way line of the Missouri Pacific Railroad to the SE corner of said Block 182 and the
SW corner of Block 145 of the Original City of Little Rock; thence East approximately 23
feet along the South line of said Block 145 to a point 25 feet NW on a radial line from the
centerline of an existing Missouri Pacific Railroad track; thence along a westerly line located
25 feet Northerly and parallel to an existing Missouri Pacific Railroad track, said line have
the following approximate bounds; approximately 387 feet along a curve to the right having a
radius of 262.94 feet, a n of 7726' and a chord bearing S70°25'W, 328.92 feet;
W70°52'W, 160 feet; 160 feet along a curve to the left having a radius of 435.28 feet and a
ZS of 21 °06' and a chord bearing N80°58' W, 159.45 feet thence Northerly approximate 5
feet to the North right-of-way line of the Missouri Pacific Railroad; thence S87°08'30"E, 95
feet along said North right-of-way line; thence continuing along said North right-of-way line
S8603 1'54"E, 330.73 feet; thence East 60 feet to the Point of Beginning less and except
dedicated street right-of-way included in this parcel.
A parcel of land situated in the NW t/4, Section 2, T -1-N, R -12-W, City of Little Rock,
Pulaski County, Arkansas, being more particularly described as follows:
Beginning at the SE corner of Lot 1 Block A in Pope's Addition to the City of Little Rock,
Pulaski County, Arkansas; thence South, 60 feet along the Southerly extension of said Lot 1
Block A in Pope's Addition to the City of Little Rock; then S86°20'40"E along the North
line of Blocks 2 and 3 in Pope's Addition to the City of Little Rock and the North right-of-
way line of Missouri Pacific Railroad approximately 500 feet to a point of intersection of
said line with a line located 25 feet North of and parallel to the centerline of Missouri Pacific
Railroad; thence Westerly along said line located 25 feet North of and parallel to Missouri
Pacific Railroad centerline approximately 520 feet to the beginning of a curve on said
railroad centerline; thence containing along said line located 25 feet North of and parallel to
Missouri Pacific Railroad centerline along a curve to the right and Northerly approximately
380 feet to a point on the South line of Lot 3 Block A of Pope's Addition to the City of Little
Rock; thence Easterly along said South line of Lot 3 Block A of Pope's Addition to the City
of Little Rock approximately 49 feet to the West line of Lot 2 Block A of Pope's Addition to
the City of Little Rock; thence South along said West line of Lot 2 Block A of Pope's
Addition to the City of Little Rock approximately 12 feet; thence N83'5 1'46"W, 93.54 feet;
thence South 18.00 feet to the South line of said Lot 2 Block A of Pope's Addition to the
City of Little Rock; thence West 207.00 feet along said South line of Block A of Pope's
Addition to the City of Little Rock to the Point of Beginning.
AND
Commencing at the SW corner of Block 145 of the Original City of Little Rock; thence East
along the South line of said Block 145 Original City of Little Rock approximately 85 feet to
the point of intersection of said South line with a line located on the Easterly side and on a 25
foot offset to an existing railroad curving Southwesterly and the Point of Beginning; thence
along said line located on the Easterly side and on a 25 foot offset and parallel to an existing
railroad on a curve Southwesterly approximately 145 feet to the intersection of said line with
a line located on the Northerly side and on a 25 foot offset of an existing east -west railroad;
thence Easterly along said line located on the Northerly side and on a 25 foot offset and
parallel to an existing east -west railroad approximately 308 feet to the intersection of said
line with a line located on the Westerly side and on a 25 foot offset and parallel to an existing
railroad curving Southeasterly; thence Northwesterly along said line located on the Westerly
side on a 25 foot offset and parallel to said existing railroad approximately 268 feet of the
intersection of said line with a line located on the Easterly side on a 25 foot offset and
parallel to a railroad curving Southwesterly; thence Southwesterly along said line located on
the Easterly side on a 25 foot offset and parallel to said existing railroad curving
Southwesterly approximately 75 feet to the Point of Beginning.
AND
Commencing at the NW corner of Block 35 of the Original City of Little Rock; thence West
60 feet to the NE corner of Block 34 of the Original City of Little Rock; thence North 45.75
feet to a point on the North right-of-way line of Missouri Pacific Railroad, said point being
the Point of Beginning; thence along the North right-of-way line of Missouri Pacific Railroad
N86023 1'54"W, 330.73 feet; thence continuing along said North right-of-way line,
N87008'30"W, 283.70 feet; thence continuing along said North right-of-way line, South 7.1
feet; thence continuing along said North right-of-way line along a curve to the right, said
curve having a delta angle of 05°20'03" and a chord bearing and distance of 84°28'28"W,
142.22 feet; thence North approximately 250 feet along the extension of the West right-of-
way line of Main Street to the ordinary high water line on the right bank of the Arkansas
River; thence Easterly along said ordinary high water line of the Arkansas River to a point on
the Northerly extension of the West line of Block 182 of the Original City of Little Rock;
thence Southerly along said West line of Block 182 approximately 265 feet; thence West 60
feet to the Point of Beginning.
AND
Beginning at the SE corner of Lot 1, Block A, Pope's Addition to the City of Little Rock,
Pulaski County, Arkansas; thence North along the East line of said Lot 1, Block A, Pope's
Addition extended Northerly to the ordinary high water line on the right bank of the
Arkansas River approximately 268 feet; thence Easterly along said ordinary high water line
on the right bank of the Arkansas River approximately 720 feet to the intersection of the
Westerly right-of-way line of Interstate Highway Route 30 with the ordinary high water line
on the right bank of the Arkansas River; thence Southerly along the West right-of-way line of
Interstate Highway Route 30 approximately 345 feet to the intersection of the West right-of-
way line of said Interstate Route 30 with the Easterly extension of the North line of Block 3,
Pope's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; thence Westerly along the North line of
Blocks 2 -and 3 of Pope's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas approximately 61.55
feet to the NE corner of Block 1 of Pope's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas;
thence North approximately 60 feet to the SE corner of Block A, Pope's Addition to the City
of Little Rock, Arkansas and the Point of Beginning and containing approximately 5.7 acres,
more or less.
AND
A parcel of land located in the fractional NE'/4 of Section 3, T -1-N, R -12-W, said parcel also
being located in the City of Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas, and being more
particularly described as follows:
Commencing at the SE corner of Block 186 of the Original City of Little Rock, Pulaski
County, Arkansas; thence North 256.26 feet along the West right-of-way line all West right-
of-way line extended of Spring Street to the intersection of said West line and the ordinary
high water mark (approximately elevation 235.71 feet) on the right bank of the Arkansas
River, said intersection being the point of beginning; thence back along said extended right-
of-way line South 44.25 feet to a point on the North line of the Missouri Pacific Railroad
right-of-way; thence along said North railroad right-of-way line the following:
S75009'50"E, 66.71 feet; S70°45'52"E, 148.42 feet; S70°12'20"E, 118.87 feet;
S69027'57"E, 45.08 feet; N20°32'03"E, 1.08 feet; S71°30'21"E, 25.08 feet; S79°25'42"E,
6.33 feet; S69°19'30"E, 33.95 feet; S12°56'43"W, 11.0 feet; thence continuing along said
North railroad right-of-way line, along a line parallel to and 23.5 feet to the North of the
original centerline of the Missouri Pacific Main line railroad tracks, said North right-of-way
line also being along arc of a curve to the left with a radius of 865.32 feet, for a distance of
249.12 feet, said arc having a chord bearing and distance of S85°18'09"E, 248.26 feet to a
point; thence continuing parallel to and 23.5 feet from said centerline and continuing along
said North right-of-way line the following:
N86027'00"E, 10.00 feet; thence N00012'36"E, 74.35 feet; thence S89°47'24"E, 101.38 feet;
thence N00°12'36"E, 23.00 feet; thence N45°12'36"E, 61.63 feet; thence S89°47'24"E,
96.14 feet; thence S44°47'24"E, 99.39 feet; thence S00°12'36"W, 80.00 feet to the North
right-of-way line of the Missouri Pacific Railroad; thence along the arc of a curve to the right
with a radius of 1,156.57 feet, and said arc having a chord bearing and distance of
S80049'32"E, 2.40 feet for 2.40 feet; thence S80046'E, 64.16 feet; thence along the arc of a
curve to the left with a radius of 1,518.36 feet, said arc having a chord bearing of
S81°17' 13"E, 27.58 feet for a distance of 27.58 feet to a point, said point being the
intersection of said parallel line and the West right-of-way line extended of Main Street;
thence along said West right-of-way line extended of Main Street N00°06'20"E, 181.85 feet
to a point on the ordinary high water mark (elevation 235.71± feet) on the right bank of the
Arkansas River; thence Westerly along the ordinary high water line on the right bank of the
Arkansas River to the Point of Beginning and containing 3.4 acres, more or less.) is rezoned
to Open Space (OS).
The area of affected property is subject to decrease, and the proposed new classifications are
subject to a more restricted classification.
All interested parties may appear and be heard at said time and place. The application and other
pertinent data are open and available for inspection in the Department of Planning and
Development, 723 West Markham, Little Rock, Arkansas.
All interested parties are invited to review the application in said office and discuss the details
with the Walter Malone, Planning Manager.
GIVEN UNDER MY HAND THIS 6TH DAY OF. AUGUST, 1999.
Walter Malone, Planning Manager
Department of Planning and Development
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Zoning Ordinance chan es:
1) Definitions -- adding:
Drive Through -- means an establishment which by design of physical facilities or
by the type of service offered, the customer conducts business from a motor
vehicle.
Pedestrian 'urban' oriented -- means a development pattern designed at a
human (pedestrian) scale and orientation. This includes provision of visual items
of interest for the pedestrian -- window displays, streetscape amenities.
Integral accessory use — means an outdoor or partially enclosed use area, which
is an integral part directly servicing in a subordinate role a permitted interior use.
Build -to -line — means the line where the exterior facade of a building is to be
located excluding any projections.
Commercial surface parking lot — means a surface parking lot, which has spaces
for lease or sale on a daily, monthly or annual basis.
Il) Amend Section 36-524. Exceptions/modifications (zoning
buffers) - adding:
(11) Developments within the Urban Use (UU) District shall provide land use
buffers only where abutting single-family and duplex use or zoning. Street
buffers shall not be required.
Land Use buffer. All sites developed. Modified or enlarged shall provide a land
use buffer(s)-as follows:
1. Side property lines at five (5) percent of the average width of the lot on both
sides;
2. Rear property lines at five (5) percent of the average depth of the lot;
3. The minimum dimension shall be six (6) feet in all instances;
4. The maximum dimension required shall be forty (40) feet in all instances.
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lll) Adding two new Zone Districts to Article V District
Regulations - Urban Use (UU) and Low Density Residential (R -
4A)
SECTION—. URBAN USE DISTRICT
(a) General Purpose and Intent. The Urban Use district established by this
chapter is designed to assure the continuation of development consistent with a
traditional urban form. The Urban Use district is designed to help create a
compact, dense, distinguishable core area. The district is established in order to
provide for an urban form allowing mid -rise and high rise structures. This District
is to provide for the office, civic and business core of the City. Structures within
the Urban Use district are encouraged to provide multiple uses within the same
structure. The ground or street level of structures should include street oriented
activity and pedestrian amenities. The resulting area is to be pedestrian 'urban'
oriented.
(b) Application of Regulations. The regulations of this District shall apply to new
development, redevelopment, expansion of existing development or exterior
modifications. Routine repairs and maintenance shall not require compliance
with this section.
Except for construction of improvements in the public right of way required by the
City, and redevelopment or expansion of existing development, all uses,
structures or lots which existed on the effective date of this section which do not
conform to the standards and guidelines established in this section, shall be
treated as nonconforming according to the provisions of Article III of this chapter.
(c) Development Criteria.
(1) Any lighting shall be placed so as to reflect light away from adjacent
residential structures. No excessive or unusual noise, odor or vibration
shall be emitted so that it constitutes a nuisance, which substantially
exceeds that general level of noise, odor or vibration emitted by uses
adjacent to or immediately surrounding the site. Such comparisons shall ons
be made at the boundary of the site.or- o�
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(2) All trash receptacles and pickup shall be oriented away from the street
side of the property and screened from the public right-of-way. I rash
receptacles shall be placed in alleys if alleys are available.
(3) No new drive-in or drive-through facilities may be visible from the public
right-of-way or take direct access from the street.
(4) Building materials. Primary building facade materials shall be wood,
masonry, or glass.
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(5) Landscaping
a. All vehicular use areas and public right-of-way shall be in compliance
with chapter 15, article IV.
b. Street trees shall be a minimum 3" caliper trees. The trees shall be
located 2'-0" off back of curb and shall be 30' - 0" on center with a
water source provided. The tree canopy shall be maintained at least
8 feet above the sidewalk.
c. Unless otherwise approved, the planter well shall have placed at its
base a six (6) inch thick section of approximately one (1) inch gravel
with filter fabric laid on top to assist with drainage.
(6) Sidewalks.
a. Sidewalks shall consist of a minimum 5 foot concrete walk, excluding
the first 2 feet from the curb. Sidewalks shall provide a minimum 7
foot horizontal clearance at a height of 4 feet from the ground.
b. Sidewalk sales and daily display or vending that is stored inside the
principal business building during closed business hours, shall be
allowed. However, these activities shall not obstruct pedestrian
movement, fire lanes, or areas designated for access by the
physically impaired.
(7) Building orientation. Buildings must be oriented to the street. The
primary entrance of the building shall be at street level on the street at
the sidewalk. Entrances shall be designed so that the door will not swing
beyond the property line.
(8) Street -level floor. The ground -level (street fronting) floor of non-residential
structures shall have a minimum of Wpercent transparent or window
display. zS
If at Ieast,50"percent of the street -level office and retail space has direct
access to the street, the total building square footage may be increased
with additional floor(s) at a rate of 2 square feet for each one square foot
of leasable space directly accessible to the street. On the street level the
maximum area of sign may also be doubled if the above requirement is
met.
(9) Projections (all requirements for a franchise remain in place).
a. Objects shall not project from the building facade over the public right
of way except for awnings and balconies.
b. Awnings shall not project more than 5'-0" from the building facade
and have a minimum clearance of 9'-0" above the sidewalk.
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c. Balconies over the public right of way shall have a minimum
clearance of 9'-0" above the sidewalk. The maximum projection shall
be 4'0".
(10) Parking requirements. No off-street parking shall be required.
a. Parking structures.. The ground or str - evel of a parking structure
shall have at least 50 percent of the�,treet-[evel structure= frontage
(exclusive of entrance driveways, stairways and pedestrian
entryways) for active use other than parking, such as offices, light
retail, personal services and entertainment. The structure mgy be a t leas r 5-o
constructed without these alternative uses as long as4 he first level of ICj
the structure has a minimum height of 12 feet to allow for a retrofit
adding them in the future.
If the parking structure includes the alternative uses at the time of
i.. construction, then the related structure may add one story in
--height. In addition, the maximum area devoted to signage on the
first story may be doubled if the alternative uses are in place at initial
construction.
b. Parking lots. Surface parking is to be located behind or adjacent to
a structure, never in the front yard.
Within--this�ctmo-additiorraFcommercial-stwfac�pa rki noot
be permitted after the date of this ordinanceIfommer surface
lot is removed then a new commscial-surface lot may be added
within this district s-long-as^the total area which is devoted to this
use -doe n5 at,increase-from-that-as of -the -date -of -this ordinance.
(11) Signs. Off -premise, pole, and monument signs are not allowed;
otherwise, permitted signs shall be as in Section 36-553 "Signs
permitted in institutional and office zones" of the Zoning Ordinance.
(d) Use Regulations
(1) Permitted Uses. Uses permitted shall include all those allowed in the
Residential Districts, Office Districts and Commercial Districts as
`permitted uses', in Chapter 36. Except that, all uses must be inside or
enclosed. Within the front setback where an integral accessory use is
provided, the integral accessory use area need not be totally enclosed.
(2) Conditional uses. Conditional uses shall include those allowed in the
Light Industrial '1-2' District as 'permitted uses', in Chapter 36. Except
that all uses must be inside or enclosed.
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(e) Height regulations. No building hereafter erected or structurally altered shall
exceed a height of three (3) stories or 45 feet, whichever is less. Developments
which provide a minimum 20 percent of the gross floor area for residential uses
are entitled to a maximum height of five (5) stories or 75 feet, whichever is less.
Any structure which is certified by LATA (Central Arkansas Transit Authority) as
providing a portion of the structure for mass transit (such as a bus stop, etc.), is
entitled to one bonus floor. All building height bonuses are cumulative not to
exceed ten (10) stories or 150 feet. -77 ( 3 0
For those structures in the area bounded by Markham Street on the north,-8th—
street on the south, Scott Street on the east, and Broadway Street on the west,
building height shall be controlled by the Airport Building Height Ordinance
(Ordinance No. 14613) – Code of Ordinances 7-57.
(t) Area regulations.
(1) Front yard. Five foot build to line. If there is an adjacent structure which
is closer than five feet, then the new structure may be built using the line
of the pre-existing structure. (in no case may a structure be built in the
right-of-way.) A development with an integral accessory use may
increase the setback (build -to line) to 20 feet. De, -P, e "�r'al �cCess9–� use
Along Capitol Avenue, west of Broadway Street and east of Scott Street,
the front building line shall be 25 feet. Along Chester Street from 1-630 to
La Harpe Boulevard the front building line shall be 10 feet.
In no case is the storage or parking of vehicles allowed in the front
setback.
(2) Rear yard. No setback required except where adjacent to lots containing
single family detached structures. In this case the rear yard shall have a
set back of not less than twenty-five (25) feet.
(3) Side yard. No setback required except where adjacent to lots containing
single family detached structures. In this case the side yards shall have
a set back of not less than four (4) feet.
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Sec. . R4 -A Low Density Residential
(a) Purpose and intent. The purpose of the R -4A District is to protect existing
developed residential neighborhoods. It is intended for single family use with
conversions to two family units or the addition of accessory residential units.
The R -4A district should be located in developed areas of the city where an
environment suitable for moderate -density residential (use) and in an established
medium -density residential areas where densification may facilitate their
continuation as desirable residential areas. Accessory uses, conditional uses
and home occupations are permitted as long as they do not have objectionable
characteristics and are not unduly concentrated in the area. These uses must
otherwise conform to the provisions of this chapter and be compatible with the
character 0 the neighborhood. The district is intended to be an urban low to
moderate -density residential area, where an occasional nonresidential use adds
to the overall character of the neighborhood.
(b) Use Regulations.
(1) Permitted uses. Permitted uses are single-family and two-family (.J'e MiJ
residences} 0,,,;ly res4e,,ces ad d se.Y,cGs,
(2) Other uses. Accessory, home occupation, temporary, special and
conditional uses allowed within the R -4A low-density residential district
shall be the same as those in the R-1, R-2, R-3 single-family districts. `1 Q
e
In addition any by -right uses within the C-1 neighborhood commercial
district may be allowed as conditional uses in R -4A as specifically -
approved by the Planning Commission. These uses must follow the "
development criteria listed under C-1 neighborhood commercial and
have a traditional design consistent with the neighborhood. -S
(3) Within the area bounded by Capitol Avenue on the north, 9th street on
the south, 1-30 on the east, and Cumberland Street on the west, in
addition to the above uses multi -family use, as defined by R-5 urban
residential district shall be a permitted use.
(c) Height regulations. No building hereafter erected or structurally altered shall
exceed a height of thirty-five (35) feet.
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(d) Area regulations.
(1) Front yard. There h' II be a front yard setback having a depth of not less
than �y-€r) feet. If there is an adjacent structure which is closer
than 25 feet, then the new structure may be built using the line of the pre-
existing structure. In no case may a structure be built in the right-of-way.
(2) Side yard. There shall be a side yard on each side of the building having
a width of not less than ten (10) percent of the average width of the lot,
not to exceed five (5) feet.
(3) Rear yard. There shall be a rear yard having a depth of not less than
twenty-five (25) feet.
(4) Lot area regulations. There shall be a lot area of not less than five
thousand (5,000) square feet. In addition, there shall be a lot width of not
lesi than fifty (50) feet and a lot depth of not less than one hundred (100)
feet,
(5) Accessory structures and additions. Accessory structures or principal
building additions of conventional on-site construction are permitted by
right.
11� Remove Article Vl Sections 36-401 through 36-418 —
Zoning Plan for Central Little Rock Urban Renewal Project.
10 Modify map to change the area, from Cross to 130 and 1630
to River, to Urban Use and R -4A Districts.
Other Ordinance Amendments.
Master Street Plan:
Intersection radii — on Broadway, Chester, Scott, Louisiana, 3rd and 2nd
Streets the radii shall be reduced to that for Collectors.
Land Use Plan -
1) Add new Land Use Definition:
Mixed Use --- Urban, This category provides for a mix of residential, office and
commercial uses not only in the. same block but within the same structure. This
category is intended for older `urban' areas to allow dissimilar uses to exist which
support each other to create a vital area. Development should reinforce the
urban fabric creating a 24-hour activity area. Using the Planed Zoning District or
the Urban Use District, high and moderate density developments that result in a
vital (dense) pedestrian oriented area are appropriate.
2) Change Land Use Plan Map to new category and LDR (east of Cross)
3) Replace the Land Use Plan Text for Planning District 5
Replace Text under `Development Principals' with:
Downtown should become a place where people want to live and visit and
should have a lasting and recognizable image, distinguishable from all other
nearby environments.
Because it is the State capital and proud symbol of a metropolitan area,
Downtown Little Rock has many opportunities. Downtown should be the
financial, office and governmental center of the region and as such should be
planned as a place where people live, visit and work in a safe, vibrant,
pedestrian -friendly environment.
The built environment should encourage a sense of community and safety
among residents and visitors. Downtown should be planned to become a place
of 24-hour activity. These general planning goals should be reinforced by such
urban design and planning interventions as the following:
■ Specify land uses for entertainment and residential use
® Preserve and reuse existing buildings
m Capitalize on the Presidential Library as an economic development tool
Provide an effective transportation plan with a variety of modes
Provide landscaping throughout the area
• Utilize the Presidential Library as a regional educational resource center
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• Develop streetscaping plans designed for specific needs in designated areas
• Develop a means to encourage property owners to reinvest in Downtown
• Work with Federal, State and County governments to ensure the success of
the vision
• Specify land uses that will encourage the development of a niche for retail
activities
• Encourage a built form of quality architectural styles that evoke character
• Preserve civic and historic heritage
• Recognize the riverfront as a key urban activity generator
Objective: The Downtown urban form should be protected by, requiring
structures be built to the street with street level activity and visual connection
between the street and interior.
Action Statement: Modify the development standards to encourage higher
density development and zero lot line construction. Modify parking regulations
(number of spaces, screening, etc.)
Special design studies should be undertaken and regulations implemented for
streets and corridors of community -wide importance.
Objective: To support an urban land use form, a fixed transit system is needed.
An investment must be made in a fixed transit system for Downtown that
effectively connects the different parts of Downtown and moves people within
that area.
Action Statement: Build a transit infrastructure — fixed routes to serve the
Downtown and immediate vicinity.
Objective: Residential use is essential for a n active and successful Downtown.
Because the Downtown residential area has lost most of its residential units, the
City of Little Rock must invest in downtown housing to assist in reviving the area
thereby creating- housing opportunities for high as well as moderate -income
levels.
Action Statement: Create development and use incentives for owner occupied,
market rate rental, and affordable rental residential developments in Downtown.
Objective: Downtown must be actively marketed. In most cities a quasi -public
agency does this work. The City must establish 9with Downtown property
owners) an agency to advance the economic development of Downtown.
Action Statement: Develop a quasi -public downtown development agency to
market and assist with the implementation of projects.
Objective: In order to achieve an active Downtown, developments should be
mixed use and linked.
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Action Statement: Using the Framework for the Future document as a reference,
establish consensus among quasi -public, City, County, and State entities
regarding the vision of Downtown. Implement strategies conducive to the
objectives of the established vision. Assist only developments that conform to
the Framework guidelines.
Replace Text under `Land Use' with:
Residential:
The blocks, north and west of MacArthur Park, in the southeast corner of the
District are designated as Low Density Residential (LDR). Within this area, north
of Ninth Street is predominately Multifamily with some Single Family; while south
of Ninth Street is predominately Single Family with some Multifamily.
Mixed User
The majority of the district is designated for Mixed Use Urban. The uses range
from high-rise office buildings to single family homes. The intent is to create a
vital diverse area, which is pedestrian -friendly.
Parks and Open Space:
Riverfront Park runs along the Arkansas River along the northeast portion of the
district boundary. MacArthur Park, the City's first municipal park established in
1892 is in the southeast corner of the district.
Public/Institutional:
The State Capitol and related buildings are designated as Public Use, in the
western end of the district.
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grkansas
Arkansas Democrat (�a�ette
commissloWi.
votes revamp
of zoning_ i
downtown
BY ERICANVERNER
,N ,ANsr s DW0CR.T-GAZETTE
Downtown Little Rock change
its "most signif icant zoning
ever:' Planning Director Jig Law-
son said, if new Comm p ion on
ed by
the Planning
Thursday take effect.
The commissioners voted to com-
pletely rezone downtown, replacing
a misb. mash of zoning classifications
dating from the 19fi0s with one uni-
form set or rules. The new classifica-
tion, "urban Use,- is intended to
l help downtown Lithe Rock attain a
mixed-use, urban feel like the vi-
brant atmosphere ill cities like Chat-
tanooga,
hattariooga, Tenn., and Portland, Ore.
The commissioners' vote is a
reconimendation to the city board,
Which will likely
Seetake PLANNING,eePage 5B
Planning
s Continued from Page 1 B
next month. As the plan stands, the
rules wouldn't take effect until six
months after approval by the city
board to allow time for developers
to make the necessary adjustments.
The area affected stretches from
the Arkansas River on the north to In-
terstate 630 on the south and from
Cross Street on the west to a few
blocks past Interstate 30 on the east.
The comprehensive new rules, in the
works for years, range from mandat-
ing that all buildings start 5 feet from
the street to requiring that one-third
of the ground -floor wall space on com-
mercial buildings be made of glass.
"It creates a district especially
designed for downtown," Lawson
said, "and we never had that."
The commissioners voted 10-0,
with commissioner Rohn Muse ab-
sent, to approve the new zoning
rules and also voted 10-0 to approve
a new land -use plan encompassing
downtown west to the state Capitol.
A land -use plan is a vision for how
an area should look, while zoning
rules are the laws that mandate how
and where buildings can be built.
The Planning Commission does
not have the authority to zone from
Cross Street past the state Capitol
because that area is the purview of
the Capitol District Zoning Commis-
sion, the state agency that controls
development around the Capitol
and the Governor's Mansion.
The new zoning rules aim to ex-
tend some of the charming charac-
teristics of the River Market District
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17,%
Copyright 0 1999, Arkansas Democrat -Gazette,
throughout downtown, and city offi-
cials want the new rules in place to
facilitate a range of efforts focused
on bringing morning -to -night activi-
ties and residential living downtown.
On Tuesday, the city board will
vote on a resolution of support for a
package of four initiatives: Downtown
Little Rock -Framework for the Fu-
ture; the Downtown Corridors Plan;
the Six Bridges Framework Plan; and .
the Capitol Zoning District's Capitol
Area Framework Master Plan.
Respite their different focuses, the
plans all support pedestrian -friendly,
mixed-use environments where the
different pursuits of work, play and
home can co -exist in harmony.
Provisions of the proposed "ur-
ban use" zone, a classification not
found elsewhere in the city, include:
M Mandating that buildings face
the street and have their entrances
at street level on the sidewalk.
Buildings would also be required to
be built five feet from the street.
Current regulations vary. In the in-
dustrial zone west of Broadway,
buildings must be set back at least
35 feet from the street. East of
Broadway buildings can be built
right on the street.
M Requiring that 35 percent of the
street -facing, ground -level walls of
commercial structures be glass, ei-
ther windows or display cases.
■ Placing stiffer restrictions on
where drive-in and drive-through
facilities can be built.
■ New parking rules. Under the
proposed rules, off-street parking
would not be required. Businesses
west of Broadway are currently re-
quired to have some parking.
Under the proposed rules, business-
es would not be allowed to have
parking lots in front. The lots would
need to be on the side or in back
i Mandating that new buildings
have trees outside.
,..
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17,%
Copyright 0 1999, Arkansas Democrat -Gazette,
throughout downtown, and city offi-
cials want the new rules in place to
facilitate a range of efforts focused
on bringing morning -to -night activi-
ties and residential living downtown.
On Tuesday, the city board will
vote on a resolution of support for a
package of four initiatives: Downtown
Little Rock -Framework for the Fu-
ture; the Downtown Corridors Plan;
the Six Bridges Framework Plan; and .
the Capitol Zoning District's Capitol
Area Framework Master Plan.
Respite their different focuses, the
plans all support pedestrian -friendly,
mixed-use environments where the
different pursuits of work, play and
home can co -exist in harmony.
Provisions of the proposed "ur-
ban use" zone, a classification not
found elsewhere in the city, include:
M Mandating that buildings face
the street and have their entrances
at street level on the sidewalk.
Buildings would also be required to
be built five feet from the street.
Current regulations vary. In the in-
dustrial zone west of Broadway,
buildings must be set back at least
35 feet from the street. East of
Broadway buildings can be built
right on the street.
M Requiring that 35 percent of the
street -facing, ground -level walls of
commercial structures be glass, ei-
ther windows or display cases.
■ Placing stiffer restrictions on
where drive-in and drive-through
facilities can be built.
■ New parking rules. Under the
proposed rules, off-street parking
would not be required. Businesses
west of Broadway are currently re-
quired to have some parking.
Under the proposed rules, business-
es would not be allowed to have
parking lots in front. The lots would
need to be on the side or in back
i Mandating that new buildings
have trees outside.
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Zoning
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town. But under the new rules, de-
velopers could build taller build-
ings outside the skyscraper area if
they give something in exchange:
® Developers who pledge to de-
vote 20 percent of their building's
floor area to residential use would
get two extra stories.
m Developers who provide part of
their building for a mass -transit
use, such as a bus stop, would get
one extra story.
® Developers who devote 50 per-
cent of their ground -floor space to
retail or office space directly ac-
cessible from the street would get
to add 2 square feet of floor space
to their building for every square
foot of space used for retail or
street -accessible office space.
N Developers of a building with a
parking deck would get to Odd an
extra story to their building, if -the
parking deck is built with office or
retail space on the ground Level.
"Far Little Rock, this is the first
attempt to try to use incentives in-
stead of using the traditional
method of saying. 'You've got to do
it."'said Planning Manager Walter
Malone. Incentives have been suc-
cessful in other cities, he said..
The regulations would take ef-
fect six months after approval by
the city board and would not apply
to existing or already approved
structures.
They would go hand in hand
with the package of four down-
town -vision plans the city board
discussed Tuesday night. Down-
town Little Rock -Framework for
the Future: the Downtown Corri-
dors Plan: the Six Bridges Frame-
work Plan: and the Capitol Area
Framework Master Pian. The four
plans -.focus on different areas of
downtown with the goal of creat-
ing pedestrian -friendly develop-
ment.
The area affected by the new
zoning stretches from the Arkan-
sas River on the north to Inter-
state 630 on the south and from
Cross Street on the west to a few
blocks past Interstate 30 on the
east.
The skyscraper area is a rec-
tangle from Second Street on the
north to Ninth Street on the south
and from Broadway on the west to
Scott Street on the east, with an
extension west to Gaines Street
between Fourth and Sixth streets.
Besides the height incentives,
the "urban use" classification in-
cludes a host of new regulations.
They include a mandate that all
buildings start five feet from the
right of way and a requirement
that one-third of the ground -floor
wall space on commercial build-
ings be made of glass.
Even if the rules are approved
by the city board, developers
could get around them by applying
for a variance from the Board of
Adjustment, which annually
grants some 100 exceptions to city
zoning regulations, including the
one based on the FAA require-
ment.
Many existing downtown build-
ings were built with variances, in-
cluding the 40 -story TCBY tower
and the 30 -story- Regions Bank
building across the street. The de-
velopers of the Acxiom building
planned for Third and Sherman
streets got a variance from exist-
ing zoning rules to build up to 17
stories and would not be affected
by the new rules, since the plans
are already approved.
By imposing a height limit of 45
feet throughout most of the down-
town area, with buildings allowed
to be three times that tall if incen-
tives are taken, city planners say
they are offering developers more
flexibility in some parts of down-
town than current zoning regula-
tions do.
Some areas east of Interstate 30
are now zoned industrial, a classi-
fication which allows heights up to
60 feet. But because of the limited
uses allowed in industrial zones,
those 60 feet would mostly be used
by smokestacks, and, moreover,
most of downtown's industrial
area is now reserved for the Clin-
ton presidential library.
In most other parts of down-
town, buildings are not now al-
lowed to be over 45 feet tall.
The area of downtown west of
Broadway is zoned mostly light in-
dustrial and commercial. The
height limit in light industrial is 45
feet and the limit in commercial is
35 feet.
Most buildings in what would
become the skyscraper district
are allowed a "floor area ratio" of
15, meaning developers are al-
lowed 15 square feet of floor
space in their building for every 1
square foot of land their building
sits on.
That means that if a developer
owned 5 square feet of land and
wanted to cover all of it with a
building, the building could be 15
stories tall, with each story having
5 square feet of floor space. If a
developer owned 5 square feet of
land and wanted to build on only
1 square foot of it, his building
could be 75 stories high, with
each story having 1 square foot of
floor space.
Part of the area just west of In-
terstate 30 is zoned high-density
residential, and a "floor area ra-
tio" of 2.3 is allowed. Other parts
are zoned general business, with a
"floor area ratio" of 5. Just east of
Interstate 30 is an area of two-fam-
ily zoning, where buildings are al-
lowed to be 35 feet tall.
The new zoning regulations
would preserve the residential
area around MacArthur Park by
creating another new zoning clas-
sification for it, "low-density resi-
dential."
"Low-density residential" is dif-
ferent from residential zoning
classifications in other parts of the
city because it allows small com-
mercial and multifamily develop-
ments as conditional uses. That
means developers wanting to es-
tablish a small commercial enter-
prise or a multifamily develop-
ment could get a conditional -use
permit from the Planning Commis-
sion rather than having to go. be-
fore the city board to get the prop-
erty rezoned.
Under the new rules,
MacArthur Park and Riverfront
Park would be classified "open
space," as opposed to "public in-
dustrial," the classification now in
place. The "open space" classifi-
cation is more restrictive to en-
sure that the areas are preserved
as parks.
Under the new rules, buildings
in the "urban use" areas would all'
be required to start five feet back
from the right of way. Currently
buildings in the light industrial
area west of Broadway have a
front setback of 50 feet, while most
buildings east of Broadway do not
have to be set back at all from the
right-of-way. The new zoning regu-
lations were developed over the
past year by a committee made up
of three planning commissioners,
three property owners and three
representatives of downtown asso-
ciations.
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Zoning
• Continued from Pagel A
thus far in soliciting property own-
ers' input.
Department officials hope the
zoning changes will be on the
agenda at the Oct. 19 Board of Di-
rectors meeting. As the plan
stands, the new rules would take
effect six months after the board's
approval, with existing and al-
ready approved structures not af-
fected.
The proposed rules would cre-
ate a new zoning 'classification,
'iurban use," for the area from the
Arkansas River on the north to In-
terstate 630 on the south and from
Cross Street on the west to a few
blocks past Interstate 30 on the
east.
Buildings in the "urban use"
zone would be limited to 45 feet
tall, or three stories, except for in
a central skyscraper district,
where buildings could rise to
about 200 feet, or 15 stories.
Developers could build taller
buildings outside the skyscraper
zone by taking advantage of incen-
tives, a new approach by the Plan-
ning Department to encourage res-
idential and retail space by allow-
ing developers who make room for
such uses to have extra stories on
their buildings.
Besides the proposed height
rules, the "urban use" classifica-
tion includes a host of new regula-
tions, including a mandate that all
buildings start 5 feet from the right
of way and a requirement that
one-third of the ground -floor wall
space on commercial buildings be
made of glass.
The proposed skyscraper dis-
trict would be a rectangle from
Second Street on the north to
Ninth Street on the south and
from Broadway on the west to
Scott Street on the east, with an
extension west to Gaines Street
between Fourth and Sixth streets.
Now, the area where skyscrap-
ers can be built stretches to River -
front Park, rather than stopping at
Second Street.
The area between Eighth
:Street, the southern border of the
current skyscraper district, and In-
terstate 630 is now zoned "general
business." So is the northern part
of the area between Scott Street,
the current skyscraper district's
eastern border, and Interstate 30.
Buildings in those areas can
now go up to five stories, but un-
der the proposed plan they'd be
limited to three. So under the pro-
posed plan the slyscraper area
would shrink somewhat, and
height restrictions in two border-
ing areas would be more limiting.
"We're generally not in favor of
height restrictions in that area, or
not in favor of that restrictive of a
height requirement," said Bob
East of East -Harding Inc. construc-
tion, speaking as president of
Downtown Partnership, a business
development group. "Our problem
is we have not reviewed it in depth
and we need to."
The proposed zoning plans are
an outgrowth of Downtown Little
Rock -Framework for the Future, a
process conducted because of a
recommendation during Future -
Little Rock, the city's early '90s
goals -setting project.
The Framework for the Future
plan will also be on the board's
agenda Oct. 19, and the board will
be asked to support it in a package
of three other plans that envision
a lively, pedestrian -friendly down-
town area where people work,
play and sleep. Framework for the
Future is a set of goals, not rules
or ordinances.
A Downtown Zoning Committee
met between August 1998 and De-
cember 1998 to develop the recom-
mendations of the Framework for
the Future steering committee
into zoning regulations. Drafts of
the regulations were sent out to
more than 900 property owners for
comment in May.
Sitting on the Downtown Zoning
Committee were: then -Planning
Commission Chairman Larry
Lichty, now a city director', Plan-
ning Commissioner Mizan Rah-
man; Planning Commissioner
Craig Berry; Downtown Neighbor-
hood Association President Kathy
Wells; Mark Zoeller of the
MacArthur Park Property Owners'
Association; Barbara Patty of the
Pulaski County League of Women
Voters; Henry Lee, owner of
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