HomeMy WebLinkAboutZ-6848-A Staff AnalysisLE NO.: Z -6848-A
NAME: Pleasant Tree Addition Revised Short -form PD -R
LOCATION: Located at the East end of Pickering Drive
DEVELOPER:
Rodney Chandler
10 Cobblestone Creek Court
Little Rock, AR 72210
ENGINEER:
McGetrick and McGetrick Engineers
10 Otter Creek Court, Suite A
Little Rock, AR 72210
AREA: 0.40 acres
CURRENT ZONING:
ALLOWED USES:
PROPOSED ZONING:
PROPOSED USE:
NUMBER OF LOTS: 3
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Attached Single-family
Revised PD -R
Detached Single-family
VARIAN CESNVAIVERS REQUESTED: None requested.
BACKGROUND:
FT, NEW STREET: 0 LF
This 0.40 acres property located at the east end of Pickering Drive was dedicated to the
Pleasantree Property Owners Association with the development of the subdivision to be
used as a recreational area. A tennis court was constructed on the site. The Property
Owners Association was unable to maintain the tennis court and later returned the
property to the original developer.
Ordinance No. 18,298 adopted by the Little Rock Board of Directors on June 20, 2000,
rezoned the property from R-2, Single-family to PD -R to allow the removal of the tennis
court and the construction of a three unit attached single-family residential building. The
structure was to be similar construction as the existing attached single-family attached
structures located to the south and west.
FILE NO.: Z -6848-A ,(Cont.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
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The applicant is requesting to amend the previously approved PD -R to allow the
construction of single-family residential lots for individuals that desire to lease a
one level residence without the responsibility of maintenance. The proposed
homes will consist of two (2) bedrooms, great room, one full bath, dining area,
kitchen with an attached single car garage and two -car driveway. All homes will
be brick with vinyl siding on the exterior. The homes are proposed with a 20 -foot
'-front setback and a 25 -foot rear setback. A privacy fence is proposed within the
rear yard area of the homes.
The patio homes will contain 1,200 square feet of heated and cooled space and
an additional 250 square feet of garage space. The homes are anticipated to
lease in the $1,100.00 to $1,200.00 price category.
EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site is developed as an attached single-family neighborhood. Uses in the
area include multi -family and detached single-family. The streets are in place
within the subdivision constructed to residential street standards per the Master
Street Plan.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
As of this writing, staff has received a number of informational phone calls from
area property owners. All property owners located within 200 feet of the site, all
residents, who could be identified, located within 300 feet of the site and the
Pleasant Tree Property Owners Association were notified of the public hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS:
PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS:
1. Repair or replace any curb and gutter or sidewalk that is damaged in the
public right-of-way prior to occupancy.
2. If disturbed area is one (1) or more acres, obtain a NPDES stormwater permit
from the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality prior to the start of
construction.
3. No residential waste collection service will be provided on private streets
unless the property owners association provides a waiver of damage claims
for operations on private property. The trash receptacles may have to be
located in a special pick up area. Contact Warren Atkins of Solid Waste
Services at (501) 888-4581 to schedule a site meeting to discuss location of
the receptacles.
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FILE NO.: Z -6848-A Cont.
E. UTILITIES AND FIRE DEPARTMENTICOUNTY PLANNING:
Wastewater: Sewer main extension required with easements to serve Lots 2
and 3. Contact the Little Rock Wastewater Utility for additional information.
Enter : Approved as submitted.
Center -Point Energy: Approved as submitted.
AT & T: No comment received.
Central Arkansas Water: Contact Central Arkansas Water regarding extension of
water service to this development. All Central Arkansas Water requirements in
effect at the time of request for water service must be met. A water main
extension will be required to provide water service to this property. Submit plans
for water facilities and/or fire projection system to Central Arkansas Water for
review. Plan revisions may be required after additional review. Approval of
plans by Central Arkansas Water, the Arkansas Department of Health
Engineering Division and the Little Rock Fire Department is required. This
development will have minor impact on the existing water distribution system.
Proposed water facilities will be sized to provide adequate pressure and fire
protection. Additional fire hydrant(s) may be required. Contact the Little Rock
Fire Department to obtain information regarding the required placement of the
hydrant(s) and contact Central Arkansas Water regarding procedures for
installation of the hydrant(s). A Capital Investment Charge based on the size of
the meter connect(s) will apply to this project in addition to normal charges.
Fire Department: Place fire hydrants per code. Maintain a minimum access
driveway width of 20 -feet. Contact the Little Rock Fire Department for additional
information.
County Planning: No comment.
CATA: Approved as submitted. There are no dedicated CATA Bus Routes in
the area.
Parks and Recreation: No comment.
F. ISSUES/TECHNICAL/DESIGN:
Planning Division: This request is located in the Rodney Parham Planning
District. The Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density for this property.
The applicant has requested to revise the previously approved Planned
Residential Development to allow the creation of three (3) residential lots and
allow the construction of individual homes on these lots.
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FILE NO.: Z-6848-A(Cont.)
Master Street Plan: Pickering Drive is a Local Street. The primary function of a
Local Street is to provide access to adjacent properties. Local Streets which are
abutted by non-residential zoning/use or more intensive zoning than duplexes
are considered as "Commercial Streets". These streets have a design standard
the same as a Collector.
Bicycle Plan: There are no bike routes shown in the immediate vicinity.
Landscape: No comment on this single-family development.
G. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (March 31, 2011)
Mr. Pat McGetrick of McGetrick Engineers was present representing the request.
Staff presented an overview of the development stating there were few
outstanding technical issues associated with the request.
Public Works comments were addressed.. Staff stated the applicant would be
required to replace any broken curb, gutter or sidewalk with the development of
the new homes. Staff stated no residential waste collection would be provided
on the private access easement unless a waiver of damage claims was signed
by the property owners association.
Staff noted comments from the other reporting departments and agencies
suggesting the applicant contact them individually for additional clarification.
There was no further discussion of the item. The Committee then forwarded the
item to the full Commission for final action.
H. ANALYSIS:
There were no outstanding technical issues raised at the March 31, 2011,
Subdivision Committee meeting. The request is to amend the previously
approved PD -R to allow the construction of single-family residential lots. The
original approval allowed for the placement of three (3) attached units. The
homes are proposed with a 20 -foot front setback and a 25 -foot rear setback. The
side yard setback is indicated at two feet abutting a side yard setback on the
adjoining lot of eight feet for a total of ten feet between structures.
The required fire separation distance (building to property line) prescribed by the
building code terminates at five (5) feet. Buildings are allowed to be closer than
five (5) feet if they have properly constructed fire walls which provide the
requisite one (1) hour fire resistance rating. When buildings are five (5) feet or
more from the property line, the requirement no longer applies to the wall itself,
only the projections such as eaves or overhangs. Openings such as doors and
windows are limited when the exterior wall is three (3) feet from the property line,
and are prohibited when the exterior wall is less than three (3) feet from the line.
There is no restriction on openings when the exterior wall is more than three (3)
feet from the property line.
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FILE NO.: Z -6848-A (Cont.
The site plan also indicates a six foot privacy fence within the rear yard area of
the homes. All other fencing will be as allowed in the single-family zoning district.
Staff is supportive of the request. The proposed use of the site is consistent with
land uses in the area. Staff does not fuel the revision of the PD -R to allow the
development of the site with three detached residences as opposed to three
attached units will adversely impact the area.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the request subject to compliance with the
comments and conditions as outlined in paragraphs D, E and F of the agenda
staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (APRIL 21, 2011)
The applicant was present. There were no registered objectors present. Staff
presented the item with a recommendation of approval of the request subject to
compliance with the comments and conditions as outlined in paragraphs D, E and F of
the agenda staff report.
There was no further discussion of the item. The Chair entertained a motion for
approval of the item as presented by staff. The motion carried by a vote of 10 ayes,
0 noes and 1 absent.
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ITEM NO.: 13. Z-68
NAME: Pleasant Tree Addition Revised Short -form PD -R
LOCATION: located at the East end of Pickering Drive
Planning Staff Comments:
Provide notification of property owners located within 200 -feet of the site, complete
with the certified abstract list, notice form with affidavit executed and proof of
mailing. The notice must be mailed no later than April 6, 2011. The Office of
Planning and Development must receive the proof of notice no later than April 15,
2011.
Variance/Waivers: None requested.
Public Works Conditions:
1. Repair or replace any curb and gutter or sidewalk that is damaged in the public right-
of-way prior to occupancy.
2. If disturbed area is one (1) or more acres, obtain a NPDES stormwater permit from
the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality prior to the start of construction.
3. No residential waste collection service will be provided on private streets unless the
property owners association provides a waiver of damage claims for operations on
private property. The trash receptacles may have to be located in a special pick up
area. Contact Warren Atkins of Solid Waste Services at (501) 888-4581 to schedule
a site meeting to discuss location of the receptacles.
Utilities and Fire Department/County Planning:
Wastewater: Sewer main extension required with easements to serve Lots 2 and 3.
Contact the Little Rock Wastewater Utility for additional information.
Entergy: Approved as submitted.
Center -Point Ener : No comment received.
AT & T: No comment received.
Central Arkansas Water: Contact Central Arkansas Water regarding extension of water
service to this development. All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the
time of request for water service must be met. A water main extension will be required
to provide water service to this property. Submit plans for water facilities and/or fire
projection system to Central Arkansas Water for review. Plan revisions may be required
after additional review. Approval of plans by Central Arkansas Water, the Arkansas
Department of Health Engineering Division and the Little Rock Fire Department is
Item # Y.
required. This development will have minor impact on the existing water distribution
system. Proposed water facilities will be sized to provide adequate pressure and fire
protection. Additional fire hydrant(s) may be required. Contact the Little Rock Fire
Department to obtain information regarding the required placement of the hydrant(s)
and contact Central Arkansas Water regarding procedures for installation of the
hydrant(s). A Capital Investment Charge based on the size of the meter connect(s) will
apply to this project in addition to normal charges. ,
Fire Department: Place fire hydrants per code. Maintain a minimum access
driveway width of 20 -feet. Contact the Little Rock Fire Department for additional
information.
County Planning: No comment.
CATA: Approved as submitted. There are no dedicated CATA Bus Routes in the
area.
Paries and Recreation: No comment.
Planning Division: This request is located in the Rodney Parham Planning District. The
Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density for this property. The applicant has
requested to revise the previously approved Planned Residential Development to allow
the creation of three (3) residential lots and allow the construction of individual homes
on these lots.
Master Street Plan: Pickering Drive is a Local Street. The primary function of a Local
Street is to provide access to adjacent properties. Local Streets which are abutted by
non-residential zoning/use or more intensive zoning than duplexes are considered as
"Commercial Streets". These streets have a design standard the same as a Collector.
Bicycle Plan: There are no bike routes shown in the immediate vicinity.
Landscape: No comment on this single-family development.
_Revised Plat/plan: Submit four (4) copies of a revised preliminary plat/plan (to include
the additional information as noted above) to staff on Wednesday, April 6, 2011.
Item # Y.
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