HomeMy WebLinkAboutZ-7622-B Staff AnalysisFILE NO.: Z -7622-B
NAME: Bale Chevrolet Revised Short -form PCD
LOCATION: Located on the Southwest corner of Chenal Parkway and Wellington
Hills Road
DEVELOPER:
Bale Chevrolet -Honda
13101 Chenal Parkway
Little Rock, AR 72211
ENGINEER:
Development Consultants Inc.
2200 N. Rodney Parham Road, Suite 220
Little Rock, AR 72212
AREA: 5.67 acres
CURRENT ZONING:
ALLOWED USES:
NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
PCD and OS
Automobile delivery, prep and storage; employee training
PROPOSED ZONING: Revised PCD and OS
PROPOSED USE: Automobile delivery, prep and storage; employee training;
channelization of the existing drainage structure along the eastern perimeter and the
addition of vehicular storage
VARIANCESNVAIVERS REQUESTED: None requested.
BACKGROUND:
The property was formerly the site of Kinco Construction Company. On June 17, 2004,
the Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of a request to rezone the tract
to C-3 with the portion of property located within the floodway to be zoned OS Open
Space. On August 2, 2004, the Board of Directors approved the C-3 and OS zoning by
the adoption of Ordinance No. 19,153. On July 7, 2005, the Little Rock Planning
Commission recommended approval of a request to rezone the site to PCD to allow use
of the property by Bale Chevrolet -Honda for up to five years for delivery, prep and
storage of vehicles for the dealership located further east on Chenal Parkway
FILE NO.: Z -7622-B (Cont.
(13101 Chenal Parkway). A two-story building located on the site was proposed for
vehicle prep and employee training. The other structures and sheds on the site were to
be removed. A paved vehicular storage area for up to 236 vehicles was approved.
Fencing and screening would be installed around the perimeter of the vehicle storage
area. An asphalt driveway was extended from Kanis Road to accommodate the
delivery trucks. After five years (July 7, 2010) the property was to revert to C-3, General
Commercial District. A five year deferral of the required street improvements was
approved.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST:
The applicant is seeking approval to expand the current approved use for
preparation of new and used automobiles for Bale Chevrolet -Honda. To allow
adequate space for this expansion, the application also includes approval for
proposed channel improvements to the existing creek. Allowing the channel
improvements will reduce the risk of flooding at the site. The grading/channel
improvements would also allow a reduction of the existing flood plain and
floodway area, which presently encroaches into some of the existing vehicular
use areas. A revision to the current Flood Insurance rate map will also be
required and will be pursued if the application is successful.
The site plan indicates existing and proposed vehicular storage, as well as the
layout, fencing and screening treatments that are proposed. The applicant has
indicated the use will remain a temporary use and the vehicular storage will end
in 2010 at which time the property will revert to C-3, General Commercial District.
Presently there are 236 temporary auto storage and preparation vehicles spaces
located on the site. The plan includes the addition of 128 additional storage
spaces for a total of 335 spaces.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site has redeveloped as was approved and is being used by Bale Chevrolet -
Honda as vehicular storage and prep area. A paved drive has been extended
from Kanis Road into the site to allow truck movement into the site. The area
along the eastern perimeter is a drainage channel and is presently covered in
undergrowth.
The general area contains a mixture of uses and zoning. The One Source Home
Center development is located immediately west of the site and recently
completed an expansion of the retail sales and lumber storage areas. Further
west is undeveloped C-3 zoned property and the Kroger PCD development.
East of the site is undeveloped 0-2 zoned property with single-family residences
further east. An automobile dealership is located to the north across Chenal
Parkway and additional undeveloped C-2 zoned property. A plant nursery,
single-family residences on large lots and undeveloped R-2 zoned property is
located to the south across Kanis Road.
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FILE NO.: Z -7622-B (Cont.
A fairly large portion of the property, almost the entire east one-half of the
property, is located in the floodway of Rock Creek, as the creek runs north/south
through the property near the east property line.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
As of this writing, staff has received several informational phone calls from area
residents. The Parkway Place Property Owners Association, all residents, who
could be identified, located within 300 -feet of the site and all property owners
located within 200 -feet of the site were notified of the Public Hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS:
PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS:
1. Kanis Road is classified on the Master Street Plan as a minor arterial. A
dedication of right-of-way 45 feet from centerline will be required.
2. Chenal Parkway is classified on the Master Street Plan as a principal
arterial. Dedication of right-of-way to 55 feet from centerline will be required.
3. A 20 -foot radial dedication of right-of-way is required at the intersection of
Wellington Hills Road and Kanis Road and Wellington Hills Road and
Chenal Parkway.
4. With site development, provide the design of street conforming to the
Master Street Plan. Construct one-half street improvement to Chenal
Parkway and Kanis Road including 5 -foot sidewalk with the planned
development. The back of curb must be located 29.5 feet from the
centerline of the Kanis Road. Improvements on Chenal Parkway will be
required to match the intersection improvements.
5. Per City Code 30-281, 100 percent of bridge improvements on arterial
streets for the initial 15 feet of span length is the responsibility of the
abutting landowner. This requirement applies to both Chenal Parkway and
Kanis Road bridges.
6. Plans of all work in right-of-way shall be submitted for approval prior to start
of work. Obtain barricade permit prior to doing any work in the right-of-way
from Traffic Engineering at (501) 379-1805 (Travis Herbner).
7. A grading permit in accordance with Section 29-186 (c) and (d) will be
required prior to any land clearing or grading activities at the site. Site
grading, and drainage plans will need to be submitted and approved prior to
the start of construction.
8. A Sketch Grading and Drainage Plan will be required per Section 29-186
(e). On the plan show the proposed cross section of the property and the
channelized creek and bank.
9. Storm water detention ordinance applies to this property. Show the
proposed location for storm water detention facilities on the plan.
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10. If disturbed area is one (1) or more acres, obtain a NPDES storm water
permit from the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality prior to the
start of construction.
11. A special Grading Permit for Flood Hazard Areas will be required per
Section 8-283 prior to construction.
12. In accordance with Section 31-176, floodway areas must be shown as
floodway easements or be dedicated to the public. In addition, a 25 -foot
wide access easement is required adjacent to the floodway boundary.
13. Alteration of the water course will require approval from the Little Rock
District of the US Army Corps of Engineers prior to start of work.
14. The proposed alteration of the floodway will require flood map revisions.
Obtain conditional approval from Public Works and the Federal Emergency
Management Agency prior to issuance of City permits.
15. Street Improvement plans shall include signage and striping. Traffic
Engineering must approve completed plans prior to construction.
16. Coordinate design of traffic signal upgrade with proposed street
improvements. Plans to be forwarded to Traffic Engineering for approval.
17. Section 31-403 of the Little Rock code requires streetlights. Provide plans
for approval to Traffic Engineering. Streetlights must be installed prior to
platting/certificate of occupancy. Contact Traffic Engineering 379-1813
(Steve Philpott) for more information.
18. Obtain permits prior to doing any street cuts or curb cuts. Obtain barricade
permit prior to doing any work in the right-of-way. Contact Traffic
Engineering at (501) 379-1805 (Travis Herbner) for more information.
19. Provide a schedule of the work. How long will the project take from start to
finish? Work should be conducted in the traditional periods of low flow.
20. Per Section 29-189(d), groups of trees and individual trees that are not to be
removed or are located within required undisturbed buffer areas shall be
protected during construction by protective fencing and shall not be used for
material storage or for any other purpose.
21. Per Section 29-190, for excavations or fills constructed with slopes flatter
than 3:1 (three horizontal to one vertical), terraces are not required nor are
there a limit on the height of cut or fill.
22. Vegetation must be established on disturbed area within 21 days of
completion of harvest activities.
23. Erosion controls must be installed to reduce discharge of polluted storm
water.
24. The earthwork should occur in a phased approach. Disturbed areas should
be seeded and vegetation established within 21 days of completion of
grading that area.
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25. Provide measures and specifications that will be used to prevent erosion
and provide reinforcement of the slopes. Riprap rock is not desired to be
placed on the slopes.
26. Per Little Rock code, Section 29-127(2) Rock Creek is defined as a major
storm easement that is a privately maintained easement designed to carry
the 100 -year storm. Only minor storm easements are publicly maintained
by code. Per the code, it is the property owner's responsibility to maintain
the dedicated major easement but the City does assist in time of need for
the interest of public safety.
27. Determine if Rock Creek is an ADEQ/EPA impaired waterway and
additional requirements since the project discharges into Fourche Creek
that is on the impaired list.
28. The Parks Department reports the proposed project adversely affects Little
Rock Parks and Recreation plan for extending the Rock Creek Trail
westerly. For additional information, please contact Mark Webre, Parks
Department, at 371-6853.
E. UTILITIES AND FIRE DEPARTMENT/COUNTY PLANNING:
Wastewater: Sewer main extension required, with easements. Contact Little
Rock Wastewater Utility at 688-1414 for additional information.
Entergy: No comment received.
Center -Point Ener : Approved as submitted.
AT & T: No comment received.
Central Arkansas Water: All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at
the time of request for water service must be met. If there are facilities that need
to be adjusted and/or relocated, contact Central Arkansas Water. That work
would be done at the expense of the developer. A Capital Investment Charge
based on the size of connection(s) will apply to this project in addition to normal
charges. This fee will apply to all connections including metered connections off
the private fire system. 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.
Fire Department: Install fire hydrants per code. Contact the Little Rock Fire
Department for additional information.
County Planning: No comment.
CATH: The site is not located on a dedicated CATA Bus Route.
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: Z -7622-B (Cont.
ISSUES/TECHNICAL/DESIGN:
Planning Division: This request is located in the Ellis Mountain Planning District.
The Land Use Plan shows Commercial for this property. The applicant has
applied for a revision to a previously approved Planned Commercial
Development to allow the existing drainage structure to be channelized and add
additional parking for vehicle storage on site.
The request does not require a change to the Land Use Plan.
Master Street Plan: Chenal Parkway is shown as a Principal Arterial on the
Master Street Plan and Wellington Hills is shown as a Minor Arterial. These
streets may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street
improvements. The primary function of a Principal Arterial is to serve through
traffic and to connect major traffic generators or activity centers within urbanized
areas. Entrances and exits should be limited to minimize negative effects of
traffic and pedestrians on Chenal since it is a Principal Arterial.
Bicycle Plan: A Class I bike route is shown along Chenal Parkway. A Class
bikeway is built separate from or alongside a road. Additional paving and right of
way may be required.
Ci!y Recognized Neighborhood Action Plan: The applicant's property lies in the
area covered by the Rock Creek Neighborhood Action Plan. The Natural
Environment goal states, "Promote protection of natural areas and systems and
urban forestry."
Landscape:
1. Compliance with the City's Landscape and Buffer Ordinances is required.
2. Initially when this site reviewed it was the city's understanding that the parking
lot was temporary. It appears this is no longer the case and thus this entire
site must fully comply with all of the minimum city ordinance standards.
3. The zoning street buffer ordinance requires an average twenty-four (24) foot
wide landscape strip along the western perimeter of the site and in no case
less than half. Currently, this site plan reflects paving in this area.
4. The zoning street buffer ordinance requires an average thirty-four (34) foot
wide landscape strip along both Kanis Road and along Chenal Parkway.
Currently, this site plan is not meeting this minimum requirement.
5. Curb and gutter or another approved border will be required to protect
landscaped areas from vehicular traffic.
6. The landscape ordinance requires a minimum of 8 % of the paved areas be
landscaped with interior islands of at least 7 Y2 feet in width and 300 square
feet in area. Proposed plan does not currently reflect this minimum. Islands
should be evenly distributed throughout the sites entirety.
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7. An automatic irrigation system to water landscaped areas will be required.
8. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, it will be necessary to provide an
approved landscape plan stamped with the seal of a Registered Landscape
Architect.
9. The City Beautiful Commission recommends preserving as many existing
trees as feasible on this tree covered site. Credit toward fulfilling Landscape
Ordinance requirements can be given when preserving trees of six (6) inch
caliper or larger.
G. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (May 3, 2007)
Mr. Robert Brown was present representing the request. Staff presented an
overview of the proposed development stating there were a number of issues
remaining outstanding associated with the request. Staff stated the use was
previously approved as a temporary use but based on the site plan the use
appeared to becoming a permanent use.
Public Works comments were addressed. Staff stated dedications would be
required along the abutting roadways per the Master Street Plan requirement.
Staff also stated permits and approvals would be required prior to any clearing or
excavating on the site. Staff noted erosion controls must be installed to reduce
discharge of polluted storm water.
Landscaping comments were addressed. Staff stated the zoning street buffer
ordinance requires an average 34 -foot wide landscape strip along both Kanis
Road and Chenal Parkway. Staff also stated the western perimeter of the site
would require an average landscape buffer of 24 -feet. Staff stated the proposed
site plan did not meet these minimum requirements.
Staff noted comments from the various other reporting departments and
agencies suggesting the applicant contact them directly for additional information
and clarification. There was no further discussion of the item. The Committee
then forwarded the item to the full Commission for final action.
K ANALYSIS:
The applicant submitted a revised site plan to staff addressing most of the issues
raised at the May 3, 2007, Subdivision Committee meeting. The revised plan
indicates an increased landscape area along Kanis Road as requested by staff.
The revised site plan also indicates a number of notes stating the use is still
being considered by the applicant as a temporary use with an expiration of
August 16, 2010. According to the applicant any continuance of the PCD use
beyond that time must be approved by the Planning Commission and the Board
of Directors and will require the implementation of all deferred improvements
including street construction, landscaping and all screening requirements.
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The request includes the expansion of the number of auto storage parking
spaces on the site. To allow adequate space for this expansion, the applicant is
seeking approval for proposed channel improvements to the existing creek.
According to the applicant allowing the channel improvements will reduce the risk
of flooding at the site. The grading/channel improvements will also allow a
reduction of the existing floodplain and floodway area, which presently
encroaches into some of the existing vehicular use areas as constructed. A
revision to the current Flood Insurance rate map will also be required and will be
pursued if the application is successful.
Presently there are 236 temporary vehicle parking spaces on the site. The site
plan includes the addition of 128 vehicle parking spaces for a total of 335 spaces.
With construction of additional parking, the applicant is proposing to channelize
Rock Creek between Chenal Parkway and Kanis Road (East) for the purpose of
reducing the potential for flooding and to narrow the floodplain and floodway
zones to allow more of the applicant's property to be developable. This portion of
the creek planned to be improved is bounded by the Chenal Parkway bridge
downstream and the Kanis Road bridge upstream. If the project is constructed
as preliminarily planned, the new floodway and floodplain zones will be narrower
and located at the top of the new creek bank. The applicant has agreed to
dedicate the floodway to the City.
With the parking expansion, the applicant requests improvements to Chenal
Parkway, Wellington Hills Road, and Kanis Road including bridge improvements
to meet the Master Street Plan standards continue to be deferred to 2010. (This
date was decided by the original approval of the PCD for the property.)
The applicant is proposing with the parking expansion to improve Rock Creek
from a winding natural, tree lined creek to a linear grass lined channel with
3 to 1 side slopes and a 30 foot wide grassy bottom. The applicant indicates that
water velocities will dictate the installation of sub -surface anchoring mats to
control the erosion of the side slopes and channel bottom. Rip rap cannot be
permanently installed for controlling erosion of the slopes and bottom. The
applicant indicates trees not required to be removed by earthwork will remain and
be protected with fencing during construction. The grading plan does show a
small area along the southeastern portion of the property (east of the new
channel not to be disturbed).
The applicant indicates earthwork will take about 3 months and desires to begin
when all permits are obtained. As mentioned in Public Works comments, staff
believes no matter when all permits are obtained work should occur during
seasons of low flows. The applicant has provided information from Arkansas
Department of Environmental Quality ("ADEQ") showing Rock Creek not to be on
the State's list of impaired waterbodies. He acknowledges erosion controls will
be installed and the earthwork will occur in a phased approach and vegetation
will be established on disturbed areas within 21 days of completion of grading in
that area.
FILE NO.: Z -7622-B (Cont.
Prior to beginning construction a grading permit must be obtained from Public
Works. The grading permit will be issued when all Federal, State, and City
approvals and permits except a building permit have been issued.
One of the required approvals is the issuance of a Conditional Letter of Map
Revision ("CLOMR") from the Federal Emergency Management Agency
("FEMA") to prove the creek modifications do not increase the base flood
elevation of the creek in the area and for compliance with the National Flood
Insurance Program. At the completion of the channelization and grades are set a
Letter of Map Revision ("LOMR") must be obtained from FEMA based on the
as -built conditions.
Besides FEMA, approval will also be required from the Little Rock District of the
US Army Corps of Engineers pertaining to wetlands and work in the waters of the
United States. Proof of that approval will be the issuance of a 404 Permit or a
Nationwide Permit. The project must also obtain a storm water permit from
ADEQ following review of the projects proposed erosion control systems. Other
permits required to be obtained are a Special Flood Hazard Permit, approval of
the grading and drainage plans, and the landscape plan by the City.
To date, a sketch grading and drainage plan has been submitted to the City with
other site plans. From what has been submitted, the proposal does not appear
to violate any ordinances or plans Public Works is charged with overseeing. It
seems to comply with Storm Water, Flood Prevention, and Land Alteration codes
and regulations.
The City Parks Department staff notes in the 2001 Master Parks Plan, it is the
City's intention to construct internal trails that link to the three outer loop trails
proposed around Little Rock. In addition, there are a number of other strategies
intrinsic in the plan to create a City in a park. To paraphrase a specific strategy
that addresses this project, "Create an interconnected multi -functional open
space system that is comprised of parks, greenways, riparian areas and
floodplains, streets, sidewalks, and trails to link public and private facilities,
provide an ecologically responsible green infrastructure, and preserve the "City in
a Park" character. Complying with this strategy allows the owner to become a
part of a trail system that contributes to the economy, community and the
environment.
The economic impact will be created by increases in trail opportunities which are
in direct proportion to increases in bike and related equipment sales. Trail
development provides alternative life style choices, which are attractive to the
"creative class", who as small business owners have demonstrated positive
impacts to City economies throughout United States. Building a City that attracts
and retains this class provides for an economy that has a higher range in service
choices, and enables it to withstand cycles of poor economic performances.
The community impact will be through provisions of trails that answer the
challenge of obesity and disease in our region. It will encourage social
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interaction among various socio-economic backgrounds and be the basis for the
cultivation of the common good and informed neighborhoods. Trails, with the
inherent preservation of natural resources, also provide individuals the
psychological benefits of stress relief and attaining higher spiritual levels.
Lastly, the environmental impact will be through alternative, cleaner
transportation choices, which reduces hydrocarbons, nitrogen oxides and carbon
monoxides along with their accompanying adversities of cancer and global
warming. With preservation of the stream and riparian areas, the biological
diversity will be maintained, which sustains a healthier environment for the
human habitat. Preservation of the existing stream flow along with its natural
configuration maintains the existing capacities to reduce flooding downstream. It
also eliminates the maintenance cost and eventual replacement cost of a
channelized stream, and cost of managing steam degradation caused by
increases in water velocity and volume. These are but a few of the reasons for
working towards a "City in a Park".
Staff is not supportive of the applicant's request. The request includes the
placement of 335 parking spaces for vehicle storage. Staff supported the original
application as a temporary use or a holding use. Staff feels with the placement
of the additional improvements on the site the use is moving away from the
original intent of a temporary use and taking on the feel of a permanent use. In
addition, the proposed expansion area is located within the regulated floodway of
the Rock Creek. Typically the City does not consider development request
located within the regulatory floodway. Per Little Rock Code of Ordinances
Section 13-62 encroachments are prohibited, including fill, new construction,
substantial improvements and other development within the adopted regulatory
floodway unless it has been demonstrated through hydrologic and hydraulic
analysis performed in accordance with standard engineering practice that the
proposed encroachment would not result in any increase in flood levels within the
community during the occurrence of the base flood discharge.
Typically the Commission has not heard application requests prior to receiving all
necessary approvals by the various Federal agencies related to floodway issues.
Staff concerns are if the site plan is approved the developers may not be able to
construct the proposed development as approved due to potential modifications
required by the various Federal Agencies during their review process. Staff feels
the applicant should seek all approvals prior to this application moving forward
for approval of a revision to the site plan.
STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends denial of the request as filed
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (MAY 24, 2007)
The applicant was present representing the request. There were no registered
objectors present. Staff stated the applicant had amended the request to limit the
request to the channelization of the Rock Creek and removed the request for the
allowance for expansion of the parking area on the site. Staff stated the applicant had
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also reviewed the statements provided by Parks Department and the Audubon Society
and had noted the areas available for the Rock Creek Trail connection which would be
dedicating to the City. Staff stated the concerns mentioned in Audubon's letter such as
the installation of a low flow channel, a meandering stream and ponding areas had been
addressed. Staff stated they were now supportive of the request. Staff stated to their
knowledge there are no remaining outstanding issues associated with the request. Staff
presented 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
placement of the item on the Consent Agenda for Approval. The motion carried by a
vote of 6 ayes, 0 noes, 4 absent and 1 open position.
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May 24, 2007
ITEM NO.: 19
NAME: Bale Chevrolet Revised Short -form PCD
FILE NO.: Z -7622-B
LOCATION: Located on the Southwest corner of Chenal Parkway and Wellington
Hills Road
DEVELOPER:
Bale Chevrolet -Honda
13101 Chenal Parkway
Little Rock, AR 72211
ENGINEER:
Development Consultants Inc.
2200 N. Rodney Parham Road, Suite 220
Little Rock, AR 72212
AREA: 5.67 acres
CURRENT ZONING:
ALLOWED USES:
PROPOSED ZONING:
NUMBER OF LOTS: 1
PCD and OS
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
Automobile delivery, prep and storage; employee training
Revised PCD and OS
PROPOSED USE: Automobile delivery, prep and storage; employee training;
channelization of the existing drainage structure along the eastern perimeter and the
addition of vehicular storage
VARIANCES/WAIVERS REQUESTED: None requested.
BACKGROUND:
The property was formerly the site of Kinco Construction Company. On June 17, 2004,
the Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of a request to rezone the tract
to C-3 with the portion of property located within the floodway to be zoned OS Open
Space. On August 2, 2004, the Board of Directors approved the C-3 and OS zoning by
the adoption of Ordinance No. 19,153. On July 7, 2005, the Little Rock Planning
Commission recommended approval of a request to rezone the site to PCD to allow use
of the property by Bale Chevrolet -Honda for up to five years for delivery, prep and
May 24, 2007
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 19 [Cont.] FILE NO.: Z -7622-B
storage of vehicles for the dealership located further east on Chenal Parkway
(13101 Chenal Parkway). A two-story building located on the site was proposed for
vehicle prep and employee training. The other structures and sheds on the site were to
be removed. A paved vehicular storage area for up to 236 vehicles was approved.
Fencing and screening would be installed around the perimeter of the vehicle storage
area. An asphalt driveway was extended from Kanis Road to accommodate the
delivery trucks. After five years (July 7, 2010) the property was to revert to C-3, General
Commercial District. A five year deferral of the required street improvements was
approved.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST:
The applicant is seeking approval to expand the current approved use for
preparation of new and used automobiles for Bale Chevrolet -Honda. To allow
adequate space for this expansion, the application also includes approval for
proposed channel improvements to the existing creek. Allowing the channel
improvements will reduce the risk of flooding at the site. The grading/channel
improvements would also allow a reduction of the existing flood plain and
floodway area, which presently encroaches into some of the existing vehicular
use areas. A revision to the current Flood Insurance rate map will also be
required and will be pursued if the application is successful.
The site plan indicates existing and proposed vehicular storage, as well as the
layout, fencing and screening treatments that are proposed. The applicant has
indicated the use will remain a temporary use and the vehicular storage will end
in 2010 at which time the property will revert to C-3, General Commercial District.
Presently there are 236 temporary auto storage and preparation vehicles spaces
located on the site. The plan includes the addition of 128 additional storage
spaces for a total of 335 spaces.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site has redeveloped as was approved and is being used by Bale Chevrolet -
Honda as vehicular storage and prep area. A paved drive has been extended
from Kanis Road into the site to allow truck movement into the site. The area
along the eastern perimeter is a drainage channel and is presently covered in
undergrowth.
The general area contains a mixture of uses and zoning. The One Source Home
Center development is located immediately west of the site and recently
completed an expansion of the retail sales and lumber storage areas. Further
west is undeveloped C-3 zoned property and the Kroger PCD development.
East of the site is undeveloped 0-2 zoned property with single-family residences
further east. An automobile dealership is located to the north across Chenal
Parkway and additional undeveloped C-2 zoned property. A plant nursery,
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May 24, 2007
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 19 Cont. FILE NO.: Z -7622-B
single-family residences on large lots and undeveloped R-2 zoned property is
located to the south across Kanis Road.
A fairly large portion of the property, almost the entire east one-half of the
property, is located in the floodway of Rock Creek, as the creek runs north/south
through the property near the east property line.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
As of this writing, staff has received several informational phone calls from area
residents. The Parkway Place Property Owners Association, all residents, who
could be identified, located within 300 -feet of the site and all property owners
located within 200 -feet of the site were notified of the Public Hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS:
PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS:
1. Kanis Road is classified on the Master Street Plan as a minor arterial. A
dedication of right-of-way 45 feet from centerline will be required.
2. Chenal Parkway is classified on the Master Street Plan as a principal
arterial. Dedication of right-of-way to 55 feet from centerline will be required.
3. A 20 -foot radial dedication of right-of-way is required at the intersection of
Wellington Hills Road and Kanis Road and Wellington Hills Road and
Chenal Parkway.
4. With site development, provide the design of street conforming to the
Master Street Plan. Construct one-half street improvement to Chenal
Parkway and Kanis Road including 5 -foot sidewalk with the planned
development. The back of curb must be located 29.5 feet from the
centerline of the Kanis Road. Improvements on Chenal Parkway will be
required to match the intersection improvements.
5. Per City Code 30-281, 100 percent of bridge improvements on arterial
streets for the initial 15 feet of span length is the responsibility of the
abutting landowner. This requirement applies to both Chenal Parkway and
Kanis Road bridges.
6. Plans of all work in right-of-way shall be submitted for approval prior to start
of work. Obtain barricade permit prior to doing any work in the right-of-way
from Traffic Engineering at (501) 379-1805 (Travis Herbner).
7. A grading permit in accordance with Section 29-186 (c) and (d) will be
required prior to any land clearing or grading activities at the site. Site
grading, and drainage plans will need to be submitted and approved prior to
the start of construction.
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May 24, 2007
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 19 (Cont.
FILE NO.: Z -7622-B
8. A Sketch Grading and Drainage Plan will be required per Section 29-186
(e). On the plan show the proposed cross section of the property and the
channelized creek and bank.
9. Storm water detention ordinance applies to this property. Show the
proposed location for storm water detention facilities on the plan.
10. If disturbed area is one (1) or more acres, obtain a NPDES storm water
permit from the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality prior to the
start of construction.
11. A special Grading Permit for Flood Hazard Areas will be required per
Section 8-283 prior to construction.
12. In accordance with Section 31-176, floodway areas must be shown as
floodway easements or be dedicated to the public. In addition, a 25 -foot
wide access easement is required adjacent to the floodway boundary.
13. Alteration of the water course will require approval from the Little Rock
District of the US Army Corps of Engineers prior to start of work.
14. The proposed alteration of the floodway will require flood map revisions.
Obtain conditional approval from Public Works and the Federal Emergency
Management Agency prior to issuance of City permits.
15. Street Improvement plans shall include signage and striping. Traffic
Engineering must approve completed plans prior to construction.
16. Coordinate design of traffic signal upgrade with proposed street
improvements. Plans to be forwarded to Traffic Engineering for approval.
17. Section 31-403 of the Little Rock code requires streetlights. Provide plans
for approval to Traffic Engineering. Streetlights must be installed prior to
platting/certificate of occupancy. Contact Traffic Engineering 379-1813
(Steve Philpott) for more information.
18. Obtain permits prior to doing any street cuts or curb cuts. Obtain barricade
permit prior to doing any work in the right-of-way. Contact Traffic
Engineering at (501) 379-1805 (Travis Herbner) for more information.
19. Provide a schedule of the work. How long will the project take from start to
finish? Work should be conducted in the traditional periods of low flow.
20. Per Section 29-189(d), groups of trees and individual trees that are not to be
removed or are located within required undisturbed buffer areas shall be
protected during construction by protective fencing and shall not be used for
material storage or for any other purpose.
21. Per Section 29-190, for excavations or fills constructed with slopes flatter
than 3:1 (three horizontal to one vertical), terraces are not required nor are
there a limit on the height of cut or fill.
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ITEM NO.: 19 Cont. FILE NO.: Z -7622-B
22. Vegetation must be established on disturbed area within 21 days of
completion of harvest activities.
23. Erosion controls must be installed to reduce discharge of polluted storm
water.
24. The earthwork should occur in a phased approach. Disturbed areas should
be seeded and vegetation established within 21 days of completion of
grading that area.
25. Provide measures and specifications that will be used to prevent erosion
and provide reinforcement of the slopes. Riprap rock is not desired to be
placed on the slopes.
26. Per Little Rock code, Section 29-127(2) Rock Creek is defined as a major
storm easement that is a privately maintained easement designed to carry
the 100 -year storm. Only minor storm easements are publicly maintained
by code. Per the code, it is the property owner's responsibility to maintain
the dedicated major easement but the City does assist in time of need for
the interest of public safety.
27. Determine if Rock Creek is an ADEQ/EPA impaired waterway and
additional requirements since the project discharges into Fourche Creek
that is on the impaired list.
28. The Parks Department reports the proposed project adversely affects Little
Rock Parks and Recreation plan for extending the Rock Creek Trail
westerly. For additional information, please contact Mark Webre, Parks
Department, at 371-6853.
E. UTILITIES AND FIRE DEPARTMENT/COUNTY PLANNING:
Wastewater: Sewer main extension required, with easements. Contact Little
Rock Wastewater Utility at 688-1414 for additional information.
Entergy: No comment received.
Center -Point Enera : Approved as submitted.
AT & T: No comment received.
Central Arkansas Water: All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at
the time of request for water service must be met. If there are facilities that need
to be adjusted and/or relocated, contact Central Arkansas Water. That work
would be done at the expense of the developer. A Capital Investment Charge
based on the size of connection(s) will apply to this project in addition to normal
charges. This fee will apply to all connections including metered connections off
the private fire system. This development will have minor impact on the existing
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ITEM NO.: 19 (Cont.
FILE NO.: Z -7622-B
water distribution system. Proposed water facilities will be sized to provide
adequate pressure and fire protection.
Fire Department: Install fire hydrants per code. Contact the Little Rock Fire
Department for additional information.
County Planning: No comment.
CATA: The site is not located on a dedicated CATA Bus Route.
F. ISSUES/TECHNICAL/DESIGN:
Planning Division: This request is located in the Ellis Mountain Planning District.
The Land Use Plan shows Commercial for this property. The applicant has
applied for a revision to a previously approved Planned Commercial
Development to allow the existing drainage structure to be channelized and add
additional parking for vehicle storage on site.
The request does not require a change to the Land Use Plan.
Master Street Plan: Chenal Parkway is shown as a Principal Arterial on the
Master Street Plan and Wellington Hills is shown as a Minor Arterial. These
streets may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street
improvements. The primary function of a Principal Arterial is to serve through
traffic and to connect major traffic generators or activity centers within urbanized
areas. Entrances and exits should be limited to minimize negative effects of
traffic and pedestrians on Chenal since it is a Principal Arterial.
Bicycle Plan: A Class I bike route is shown along Chenal Parkway. A Class I
bikeway is built separate from or alongside a road. Additional paving and right of
way may be required.
City Recognized Neighborhood Action Plan: The applicant's property lies in the
area covered by the Rock Creek Neighborhood Action Plan. The Natural
Environment goal states, "Promote protection of natural areas and systems and
urban forestry."
Landscape:
1. Compliance with the City's Landscape and Buffer Ordinances is required.
2. Initially when this site reviewed it was the city's understanding that the parking
lot was temporary. It appears this is no longer the case and thus this entire
site must fully comply with all of the minimum city ordinance standards.
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ITEM NO.: 19 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z -7622-B
3. The zoning street buffer ordinance requires an average twenty-four (24) foot
wide landscape strip along the western perimeter of the site and in no case
less than half. Currently, this site plan reflects paving in this area.
4. The zoning street buffer ordinance requires an average thirty-four (34) foot
wide landscape strip along both Kanis Road and along Chenal Parkway.
Currently, this site plan is not meeting this minimum requirement.
5. Curb and gutter or another approved border will be required to protect
landscaped areas from vehicular traffic.
6. The landscape ordinance requires a minimum of 8 % of the paved areas be
landscaped with interior islands of at least 7 Y2 feet in width and 300 square
feet in area. Proposed plan does not currently reflect this minimum. Islands
should be evenly distributed throughout the sites entirety.
7. An automatic irrigation system to water landscaped areas will be required.
8. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, it will be necessary to provide an
approved landscape plan stamped with the seal of a Registered Landscape
Architect.
9. The City Beautiful Commission recommends preserving as many existing
trees as feasible on this tree covered site. Credit toward fulfilling Landscape
Ordinance requirements can be given when preserving trees of six (6) inch
caliper or larger.
G. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (May 3, 2007)
Mr. Robert Brown was present representing the request. Staff presented an
overview of the proposed development stating there were a number of issues
remaining outstanding associated with the request. Staff stated the use was
previously approved as a temporary use but based on the site plan the use
appeared to becoming a permanent use.
Public Works comments were addressed. Staff stated dedications would be
required along the abutting roadways per the Master Street Plan requirement.
Staff also stated permits and approvals would be required prior to any clearing or
excavating on the site. Staff noted erosion controls must be installed to reduce
discharge of polluted storm water.
Landscaping comments were addressed. Staff stated the zoning street buffer
ordinance requires an average 34 -foot wide landscape strip along both Kanis
Road and Chenal Parkway. Staff also stated the western perimeter of the site
would require an average landscape buffer of 24 -feet. Staff stated the proposed
site plan did not meet these minimum requirements.
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May 24, 2007
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 19 Cont. FILE NO.: Z -7622-B
Staff noted comments from the various other reporting departments and
agencies suggesting the applicant contact them directly for additional information
and clarification. There was no further discussion of the item. The Committee
then forwarded the item to the full Commission for final action.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant submitted a revised site plan to staff addressing most of the issues
raised at the May 3, 2007, Subdivision Committee meeting. The revised plan
indicates an increased landscape area along Kanis Road as requested by staff.
The revised site plan also indicates a number of notes stating the use is still
being considered by the applicant as a temporary use with an expiration of
August 16, 2010. According to the applicant any continuance of the PCD use
beyond that time must be approved by the Planning Commission and the Board
of Directors and will require the implementation of all deferred improvements
including street construction, landscaping and all screening requirements.
The request includes the expansion of the number of auto storage parking
spaces on the site. To allow adequate space for this expansion, the applicant is
seeking approval for proposed channel improvements to the existing creek.
According to the applicant allowing the channel improvements will reduce the risk
of flooding at the site. The grading/channel improvements will also allow a
reduction of the existing floodplain and floodway area, which presently
encroaches into some of the existing vehicular use areas as constructed. A
revision to the current Flood Insurance rate map will also be required and will be
pursued if the application is successful.
Presently there are 236 temporary vehicle parking spaces on the site. The site
plan includes the addition of 128 vehicle parking spaces for a total of 335 spaces.
With construction of additional parking, the applicant is proposing to channelize
Rock Creek between Chenal Parkway and Kanis Road (East) for the purpose of
reducing the potential for flooding and to narrow the floodplain and floodway
zones to allow more of the applicant's property to be developable. This portion of
the creek planned to be improved is bounded by the Chenal Parkway bridge
downstream and the Kanis Road bridge upstream. If the project is constructed
as preliminarily planned, the new floodway and floodplain zones will be narrower
and located at the top of the new creek bank. The applicant has agreed to
dedicate the floodway to the City.
With the parking expansion, the applicant requests improvements to Chenal
Parkway, Wellington Hills Road, and Kanis Road including bridge improvements
to meet the Master Street Plan standards continue to be deferred to 2010. (This
date was decided by the original approval of the PCD for the property.)
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May 24, 2007
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 19 (Cont.
FILE NO.: Z -7622-B
The applicant is proposing with the parking expansion to improve Rock Creek
from a winding natural, tree lined creek to a linear grass lined channel with
3 to 1 side slopes and a 30 foot wide grassy bottom. The applicant indicates that
water velocities will dictate the installation of sub -surface anchoring mats to
control the erosion of the side slopes and channel bottom. Rip rap cannot be
permanently installed for controlling erosion of the slopes and bottom. The
applicant indicates trees not required to be removed by earthwork will remain and
be protected with fencing during construction. The grading plan does show a
small area along the southeastern portion of the property (east of the new
channel not to be disturbed).
The applicant indicates earthwork will take about 3 months and desires to begin
when all permits are obtained. As mentioned in Public Works comments, staff
believes no matter when all permits are obtained work should occur during
seasons of low flows. The applicant has provided information from Arkansas
Department of Environmental Quality ("ADEQ") showing Rock Creek not to be on
the State's list of impaired waterbodies. He acknowledges erosion controls will
be installed and the earthwork will occur in a phased approach and vegetation
will be established on disturbed areas within 21 days of completion of grading in
that area.
Prior to beginning construction a grading permit must be obtained from Public
Works. The grading permit will be issued when all Federal, State, and City
approvals and permits except a building permit have been issued.
One of the required approvals is the issuance of a Conditional Letter of Map
Revision ("CLOMR") from the Federal Emergency Management Agency
("FEMA") to prove the creek modifications do not increase the base flood
elevation of the creek in the area and for compliance with the National Flood
Insurance Program. At the completion of the channelization and grades are set a
Letter of Map Revision ("LOMR") must be obtained from FEMA based on the
as -built conditions.
Besides FEMA, approval will also be required from the Little Rock District of the
US Army Corps of Engineers pertaining to wetlands and work in the waters of the
United States. Proof of that approval will be the issuance of a 404 Permit or a
Nationwide Permit. The project must also obtain a storm water permit from
ADEQ following review of the projects proposed erosion control systems. Other
permits required to be obtained are a Special Flood Hazard Permit, approval of
the grading and drainage plans, and the landscape plan by the City.
To date, a sketch grading and drainage plan has been submitted to the City with
other site plans. From what has been submitted, the proposal does not appear
to violate any ordinances or plans Public Works is charged with overseeing. It
seems to comply with Storm Water, Flood Prevention, and Land Alteration codes
and regulations.
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May 24, 2007
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 19 .(Cont.) FILE NO.: Z -7622-B
The City Parks Department staff notes in the 2001 Master Parks Plan, it is the
City's intention to construct internal trails that link to the three outer loop trails
proposed around Little Rock. In addition, there are a number of other strategies
intrinsic in the plan to create a City in a park. To paraphrase a specific strategy
that addresses this project, "Create an interconnected multi -functional open
space system that is comprised of parks, greenways, riparian areas and
floodplains, streets, sidewalks, and trails to link public and private facilities,
provide an ecologically responsible green infrastructure, and preserve the "City in
a Park" character. Complying with this strategy allows the owner to become a
part of a trail system that contributes to the economy, community and the
environment.
The economic impact will be created by increases in trail opportunities which are
in direct proportion to increases in bike and related equipment sales. Trail
development provides alternative life style choices, which are attractive to the
"creative class", who as small business owners have demonstrated positive
impacts to City economies throughout United States. Building a City that attracts
and retains this class provides for an economy that has a higher range in service
choices, and enables it to withstand cycles of poor economic performances.
The community impact will be through provisions of trails that answer the
challenge of obesity and disease in our region. It will encourage social
interaction among various socio-economic backgrounds and be the basis for the
cultivation of the common good and informed neighborhoods. Trails, with the
inherent preservation of natural resources, also provide individuals the
psychological benefits of stress relief and attaining higher spiritual levels.
Lastly, the environmental impact will be through alternative, cleaner
transportation choices, which reduces hydrocarbons, nitrogen oxides and carbon
monoxides along with their accompanying adversities of cancer and global
warming. With preservation of the stream and riparian areas, the biological
diversity will be maintained, which sustains a healthier environment for the
human habitat. Preservation of the existing stream flow along with its natural
configuration maintains the existing capacities to reduce flooding downstream. It
also eliminates the maintenance cost and eventual replacement cost of a
channelized stream, and cost of managing steam degradation caused by
increases in water velocity and volume. These are but a few of the reasons for
working towards a "City in a Park".
Staff is not supportive of the applicant's request_ The request includes the
placement of 335 parking spaces for vehicle storage. Staff supported the original
application as a temporary use or a holding use. Staff feels with the placement
of the additional improvements on the site the use is moving away from the
original intent of a temporary use and taking on the feel of a permanent use. In
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SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 19 Cont. FILE NO.: Z -7622-B
addition, the proposed expansion area is located within the regulated floodway of
the Rock Creek. Typically the City does not consider development request
located within the regulatory floodway. Per Little Rock Code of Ordinances
Section 13-62 encroachments are prohibited, including fill, new construction,
substantial improvements and other development within the adopted regulatory
floodway unless it has been demonstrated through hydrologic and hydraulic
analysis performed in accordance with standard engineering practice that the
proposed encroachment would not result in any increase in flood levels within the
community during the occurrence of the base flood discharge.
Typically the Commission has not heard application requests prior to receiving all
necessary approvals by the various Federal agencies related to floodway issues.
Staff concerns are if the site plan is approved the developers may not be able to
construct the proposed development as approved due to potential modifications
required by the various Federal Agencies during their review process. Staff feels
the applicant should seek all approvals prior to this application moving forward
for approval of a revision to the site plan.
STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends denial of the request as filed.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (MAY 24, 2007)
The applicant was present representing the request. There were no registered
objectors present. Staff stated the applicant had amended the request to limit the
request to the channelization of the Rock Creek and removed the request for the
allowance for expansion of the parking area on the site. Staff stated the applicant had
also reviewed the statements provided by Parks Department and the Audubon Society
and had noted the areas available for the Rock Creek Trail connection which would be
dedicating to the City. Staff stated the concerns mentioned in Audubon's letter such as
the installation of a low flow channel, a meandering stream and ponding areas had been
addressed. Staff stated they were now supportive of the request. Staff stated to their
knowledge there are no remaining outstanding issues associated with the request. Staff
presented 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
placement of the item on the Consent Agenda for Approval. The motion carried by a
vote of 6 ayes, 0 noes, 4 absent and 1 open position.
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Z -7622 -BB
ITEM NU.:
NAME: Bale Chevrolet Revised Short -form PCD
LOCATION: located on the Southwest corner of Chenal Parkway and Wellington Hills
Road
Plannin Staff Comments:
1. Provide notification of property owners
with the certified abstract list, notice
b mailed
located within 200 feet of the site, complete
form with affidavit executed and proof
mailing. The notice must a no later than May 9, 2007. The Office of
ust receive the proof of notice no Later than May 16,
Planning and Development m
2007. approval of development within the
2. Typically the City does not allow development or
floodway.ear the site is becoming
3. The addition of 139 new parkinglstoraspaces
as for fivedyeaprs July 2005 to July 2010
more than a temporary use. The approval
after which the zoning would revert to C-3.
VarianceN aivers:
Public Works Conditions:
1. Kanis Road is classified on the Master Street Plan d
as a minor arterial. A dedication
of right-of-way 45 feet from centerline will be req
2. Chenal Parkway is classified on the Master Street lea areqred principal arterial.
Dedication of right-of-way to 55 feet from centerline will
3. A 20 -foot radial dedication of right-of-way is required t thend inters Pion of Vellington
Hills Road and Kanis Road and Wellington Hills
Road 4. With site development, provide the design of streetconforming
Parkway and Kanis Road
Plan. Construct one-half street improvement to Chenal curb
including 5 -foot sidewalk with the planned development.rnimprovementsactofon Chenal
must be
located 29.5 feet from the centerline of the Kanis R
Parkway will be required to match f intersection improvements.
onarterialstreets for the
5. Per City Code 30-281, 100 percent
initial 15 feet of span length is the responsibility of the abutting ad br desndowner. This
g.
requirement applies to both Chenal Parkway and royal prior to start of work.
6. Plans of all work in right-of-way shall be submitted Wee k in the right-of-way from Traffic
Obtain barricade permit prior to doing any
Engineering at (501) 379-1805 (Travis Herbner). and (d} will be required prior
7. A grading permit in accordance with Section 29-186 (c) plans
to any land clearing or grading activities a ori the start of onstructivning, and rainage
e. Site grad
will need to be submitted and approved p On the
8. A Sketch Grading and Drainage Plan will hereauierty and the channelized er Section Screek and
plan show the proposed cross section oft property
Item # 20
bank.
9. Storm water detention ordinance applies to this property. Show the proposed
location for storm water detention facilities on the plan.
10. If disturbed area is one (1) or more acres, obtain a NPDES storm water permit from
the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality prior to the start of construction.
11.A special Grading Permit for Flood Hazard Areas will be required per Section 8-283
prior to construction.
12. In accordance with Section 31-176, floodway areas must be shown as floodway
easements or be dedicated to the public. In addition, a 25 -foot wide access
easement is required adjacent to the floodway boundary.
13. Alteration of the water course will require approval from the Little Rock District of the
US Army Corps of Engineers prior to start of work.
14.The proposed alteration of the floodway will require flood map revisions. Obtain
conditional approval from Public Works and the Federal Emergency Management
Agency prior to issuance of City permits.
15. Street Improvement plans shall include signage and striping. Traffic Engineering
must approve completed plans prior to construction.
16. Coordinate design of traffic signal upgrade with proposed street improvements.
Plans to be forwarded to Traffic Engineering for approval.
17.Section 31-403 of the Little Rock code requires streetlights. Provide plans for
approval to Traffic Engineering. Streetlights must be installed prior to
platting/certificate of occupancy. Contact Traffic Engineering 379-1813 (Steve
Philpott) for more information.
18. Obtain permits prior to doing any street cuts or curb cuts. Obtain barricade permit
prior to doing any work in the right-of-way. Contact Traffic Engineering at (501) 379-
1805 (Travis Herbner) for more information.
19. Provide a schedule of the work. How long will the project take from start to finish?
Work should be conducted in the traditional periods of low flow.
20. Per Section 29-189(d), groups of trees and individual trees that are not to be
removed or are located within required undisturbed buffer areas shall be protected
during construction by protective fencing and shall not be used for material storage
or for any other purpose.
21. Per Section 29-190, for excavations or fills constructed with slopes flatter than 3:1
(three horizontal to one vertical), terraces are not required nor are there a limit on
the height of cut or fill.
22. Vegetation must be established on disturbed area within 21 days of completion of
harvest activities.
23. Erosion controls must be installed to reduce discharge of polluted storm water.
24. The earthwork should occur in a phased approach. Disturbed areas should be
seeded and vegetation established within 21 days of completion of grading that
area.
25. Provide measures and specifications that will be used to prevent erosion and
provide reinforcement of the slopes. Riprap rock is not desired to be placed on the
slopes.
26. Per Little Rock code, Section 29-127(2) Rock Creek is defined as a major storm
easement that is a privately maintained easement designed to carry the 100 -year
storm. Only minor storm easements are publicly maintained by code. Per the code,
it is the property owner's responsibility to maintain the dedicated major easement but
the City does assist in time of need for the interest of public safety.
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27. Determine if Rock Creek is an ADEQ/EPA impaired waterway and additional
requirements since the project discharges into Fourche Creek that is on the impaired
list.
28.The Parks Department reports the proposed project adversely affects Little Rock
Parks and Recreation plan for extending the Rock Creek Trail westerly. For
additional information, please contact Mark Webre, Parks Department, at 371-6853.
Utilities and Fire Department/County Planning:
Wastewater: Sewer main extension required, with easements. Contact Little Rock
Wastewater Utility at 688-1414 for additional information.
Entergy: No comment received.
Center -Point Energy: Approved as submitted.
AT & T: No comment received.
Central Arkansas Water: All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the
time of request for water service must be met. If there are facilities that need to be
adjusted and/or relocated, contact Central Arkansas Water. That work would be done at
the expense of the developer. A Capital Investment Charge based on the size of
connection(s) will apply to this project in addition to normal charges. This fee will apply
to all connections including metered connections off the private fire system. 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.
Fire Department: Install fire hydrants per code. Contact the Little Rock Fire
Department for additional information.
County Planning: No comment.
CATA: The site is not located on a dedicated CATA Bus Route.
Planning Division: This request is located in the Ellis Mountain Planning District. The
Land Use Plan shows Commercial for this property. The applicant has applied for a
revision to a previously approved Planned Commercial Development to allow the
existing drainage structure to be channelized and add additional parking for vehicle
storage on site.
The request does not require a change to the Land Use Plan.
Master Street Plan: Chenal Parkway is shown as a Principal Arterial on the Master
Street Plan and Wellington Hills is shown as a Minor Arterial. These streets may
require dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements. The primary
function of a Principal Arterial is to serve through traffic and to connect major traffic
generators or activity centers within urbanized areas. Entrances and exits should be
limited to minimize negative effects of traffic and pedestrians on Chenal since it is a
Principal Arterial.
Item # 20
Bicycle Plan: A Class I bike route is shown along Chenal Parkway. A Class I bikeway
is built separate from or alongside a road. Additional paving and right of way may be
required.
City Recognized Neighborhood Action Plan: The applicant's property lies in the area
covered by the Rock Creek Neighborhood Action Plan. The Natural Environment goal
states, "Promote protection of natural areas and systems and urban forestry."
Landscape:
1. Compliance with the City's Landscape and Buffer Ordinances is required.
2. Initially when this site reviewed it was the city's understanding that the parking lot
was temporary. It appears this is no longer the case and thus this entire site must
fully comply with all of the minimum city ordinance standards.
3. The zoning street buffer ordinance requires an average twenty-four (24) foot wide
landscape strip along the western perimeter of the site and in no case less than
half. Currently, this site plan reflects paving in this area.
4. The zoning street buffer ordinance requires an average thirty-four (34) foot wide
landscape strip along both Kanis Road and along Chenal Parkway. Currently, this
site plan is not meeting this minimum requirement.
5. Curb and gutter or another approved border will be required to protect landscaped
areas from vehicular traffic.
6. The landscape ordinance requires a minimum of 8 % of the paved areas be
landscaped with interior islands of at least 7 Y2 feet in width and 300 square feet in
area. Proposed plan does not currently reflect this minimum. Islands should be
evenly distributed throughout the sites entirety.
7. An automatic irrigation system to water landscaped areas will be required.
8. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, it will be necessary to provide an approved
landscape plan stamped with the seal of a Registered Landscape Architect.
9. The City Beautiful Commission recommends preserving as many existing trees as
feasible on this tree covered site. Credit toward fulfilling Landscape Ordinance
requirements can be given when preserving trees of six (6) inch caliper or larger.
Revised plat/plan: Submit four (4) copies of a revised preliminary plat (to include the
additional information as noted above) to staff on Wednesday, May 9, 2007.
Item # 20