HomeMy WebLinkAboutZ-7879-B Staff AnalysisFILE NO.: Z -7879-B
NAME: Boyd Homes Revised Short -from PD -R
LOCATION: Located at 614 Rock Street
DEVELOPER:
Tina Boyd
617 Cumberland Street
Little Rock, AR 72211
ENGINEER:
Donald Brooks
20820 Arch Street Pike
Hensley, AR 72065
AREA: 0.51 acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 1
CURRENT ZONING: PD -R
ALLOWED USES: Single-family Residential
PROPOSED ZONING: Revised PD -R
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
PROPOSED USE: Single-family Residential — Placement of a pool within the
Courtyard area, signage and stairs for the proposed home located at 614 Rock Street.
VARIANCESMAIVERS REQUESTED: None requested.
BACKGROUND:
Ordinance No. 19,364 adopted by the Little Rock Board of Directors on August 1, 2005,
rezoned this site from UU, Urban Use District and R -4A to PD -R to allow the
development of three single-family homes. The new homes would be executive style
homes built on individual lots. The total lot area proposed for development was
18,300 square feet and was three platted lots. The site contained 75 feet along the
Rock Street and 50 feet along the Cumberland Street. The development proposed two
homes facing Rock Street and one home facing Cumberland Street. The driveway for
all homes would be from Cumberland Street. The driveway and parking areas would be
designated as a cross access and utility easement.
FILE NO.: Z -7879-B Cont.
The northern most home facing Rock Street was proposed as a 2,500 square foot home
with a three car detached garage and a loft apartment above the garage. The lot width
proposed was 47 feet and a lot depth of 150 feet for a total lot area of 7,050 square feet.
A side yard setback of 3 feet on the south property line and a five foot setback on the
northern property line was approved. The front yard setback was approved a eleven
feet from the edge of the sidewalk edge to the front porch.
The second home facing Rock Street contained 2,530 square feet and a two -car
garage. The home was proposed as a two story home with a front setback of 13 -feet
from the property line and a four -foot side yard setback on each of the property lines.
An overall lot area of 4,200 square feet with a lot width of 28 feet and a lot depth of
150 feet was approved.
The home facing Cumberland Street would be constructed with a front yard setback of
12 feet from the property line and a 3 -foot side yard setback along the south property
line. The lot was approved containing 7,500 square feet with a lot width of 50 feet and a
lot depth of 150 feet. The home would contain 3,000 square feet and be constructed as
a two story unit containing a two car detached garage.
Each of the homes would have a private courtyard between the detached garage and
the home. The front yard areas were to be landscaped along with the private courtyard
area. The construction materials would be compatible with the surrounding
neighborhood. Landscaping would be placed along the common drive to screen the
area from Cumberland Street. A six foot privacy fence would be added in the parking
area and around the courtyards to further screen the homes from the adjoining
properties and roadways. Every effort would be made by the applicant to save all the
existing tress on the northern property line.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST:
The applicant is now proposing a revision to the previously approved PD -R to
allow the placement of a pool within the courtyard area of 614 Rock Street and to
allow a small sign within the front yard area of Lot 2. The sign will require
approval by the MacArthur Park Historic Commission prior to installation. The
site plan also includes the placement of a stairway along the northern perimeter
of the site to use as access to the garage apartment. The revision to the PD -R is
for the proposed home located at 614 Rock Street. No other modifications are
proposed to the previously approved site plan.
The home is proposed as a one and a half story home with approximately
3,000 square feet. The home will maintain the previously approved detached
garage with a covered walkway/breezeway to the home. The garage was
approved with a second story apartment containing 900 square feet. The
construction materials proposed are the same as the materials previously
approved.
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FILE NO.: Z -7879-B (Cont.
According to the applicant every attempt will be made to save all of the trees on
the northern edge of the property. The City of Little Rock Urban Forestry
Department was consulted and has provided procedures on minimizing damage
to the tree roots.
The applicant is seeking approval from the Mac Arthur Park Historic District for
appropriateness based on review of materials, textures, color, mass, height,
scale, bulk, etc in relation to other structures in the area.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
Two of the three homes proposed for development have been constructed. This
lot is presently a vacant grass covered lot. There are two single-family
residences and multi -family units located to the south of the site. To the north of
the site is a single-family structure, which has been converted into an office use
for a telephone answering service and a large parking lot located to the
northwest of the site. Rock and Cumberland Streets are both one-way streets
with Rock Street traveling northbound and Cumberland Street traveling
southbound.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
The Macarthur Park Neighborhood Association, all residents, who could be
identified, located within 300 feet of the site and all owners of property located
within 200 feet of the site were notified of the public hearing. As of this writing
staff has received several informational phone calls from area residents.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS:
PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS -
1. For access by emergency vehicles, a minimum 20 foot access easement
must be provided.
E. UTILITIES AND FIRE DEPARTMENT/COUNTY PLANNING:
Wastewater: Sewer available to the property.
Entergy: No comment received.
Center -Point Energy: No comment received.
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. Contact Central Arkansas
Water regarding the size and location of the water meter(s).
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FILE NO.: Z -7879-B (Cont.
F.
G
Fire Department: Approved as submitted.
County Planning: No comment.
CATA: The site is not located on a dedicated CATA Bus Route.
SSUES/TECHNICAL/DESIGN:
Planning Division: This request is located in the Downtown Planning District.
The Land Use Plan shows Low Density Residential for this property. The
applicant has applied for a revised PRD.
The request does not require a change to the Land Use Plan.
Master Street Plan: Rock Street is shown as a Local Street on the Master Street
Plan. The primary function of a Local Street is to provide access to adjacent
properties. This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require
street improvements.
Bicycle Plan: Existing or proposed Class I, II, or III Bikeways are not in the
immediate vicinity of the development.
City Recognized Neighborhood Action Plan: The applicant's property lies in the
area covered by the Downtown Neighborhood Action Plan. The Housing goal
states: "Redevelop 153 vacant lots and re -occupy 512 vacant houses and
325 vacant apartments."
Landscape: No comment.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT:
(September 6, 2007)
The applicant was present. Staff presented an overview of the proposed
development stating there were additional items necessary to complete the
review process. Staff stated the primary changes were to allow the placement of
a pool and to allow a small sign to be located within the front yard area. Staff
stated the revised plan indicated a stair encroachment into the setback which
would require a fire rated wall at the time of construction. Staff also stated
reducing the rear yard access easement to 17 -feet caused concerns with
maneuverability for residents backing from the garage.
Public Works comments were addressed. Staff stated the access drive should
maintain the 20 -feet as was previously approved to allow for emergency access.
Ms. Boyd stated she would amend her request to maintain the 20 -foot as was
previously approved.
Staff noted comments from the various other reporting departments and
agencies suggesting the applicant contact them directly for additional information
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FILE NO.: Z -7879-B (Cont.
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 September 6, 2007, Subdivision Committee meeting. The applicant
has removed from the request the reduction of the rear access and utility
easement leaving the area at the 20 -foot as was approved in the original Planned
Residential Development request. The previous approval for Lot 2 allowed a
building envelope of 119 feet by 37.69 feet.
The requested revision is to allow the placement of a pool within the courtyard
area of 614 Rock Street, allow a stairway to exit from the garage apartment along
the northern property line within the previously approved setback and to allow a
small sign within the front yard area of Lot 2.
The pool is proposed within the previously approved building envelope. The pool
is proposed not to exceed 20 -feet by 22 -feet. The site plan indicates the pool will
be constructed between the rear of the proposed home and the detached
garage. A six foot fence will be placed along the northern and southern property
lines as was previously approved.
The stair is proposed to access the garage/apartment along the northern
perimeter and be placed two to three feet from the property line. The stair will be
constructed to meet all requirements of the building codes including a fire rated
wall along the north side of the stairs.
A sign is proposed within the front yard area of the home. The sign will be
constructed within the design guidelines of the MacArthur Park Historic District
and require approval by the MacArthur Park Historic Commission prior to
installation.
The home is proposed as a one and a half story home with approximately
3,000 square feet. The home will maintain the previously approved detached
garage with a covered walkway/breezeway to the home. The garage was
approved with a second story apartment containing 900 square feet. The
construction materials proposed are the same as the materials previously
approved. The maximum building height proposed is less than building heights
typically allowed in single-family zones with a maximum height of 30 -feet.
Staff is supportive of the request. The applicant is seeking to place a pool within
the courtyard area of the proposed new single-family home. The pool is
proposed within the previously approved building envelope and does not
encroach into the previously approved setbacks. In addition staff does not feel
the placement of a small sign within the front yard area consistent with signage
allowed in the MacArthur Park Historic District will significantly impact the area.
The placement of the stairwell to access the garage apartment along the
northern perimeter should have minimal impact on the area. The use to the north
of the site is a non-residential use and is operated 24 -hours per day. Staff does
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FILE NO.: Z -7879-B (Cont.
not feel the placement of stairs adjacent to this use will significantly impact the
development or the area.
The revision to the PD -R is for the proposed home located at 614 Rock Street
and no other modifications are proposed to the previously approved site plan. To
staff's knowledge there are no technical issues associated with the request
remaining outstanding.
STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
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: (SEPTEMBER 27, 2007)
The applicant was present. There were registered objectors present. Staff presented
the item with a recommends 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.
Ms. Tina Boyd addressed the Commission on the merits of her request. She stated
there were few modifications proposed from the original approval. She stated the
request would allow for the placement of a pool within the previously established
courtyard area, the placement of a sign within the front yard area and the placement of
stairs along the northern perimeter to exit the garage. She stated the sign would be
consistent with signage allowed in the Mac Arthur Park Historic District. She stated the
sign was not required but she was requesting the sign to advertise her business. She
stated she had a home based business and desired to be able to advertise.
Ms. Alice Lightle addressed the Commission in support of the request. She stated she
was in support of the development Ms. Boyd had done in the downtown area and felt
her developments were an asset to the City. She stated she was the Environmental
Judge and had occasion to see properties which were not taken care of were not assets
to the community.
Mr. Conner Limerick addressed the Commission in opposition. He stated he owned the
property to the north of the site and had been in the area for 35 years. He stated he
was in support of the original application when the building line was established at
12 -feet. He stated he was unaware applications could change and did not know the
building line could be reduced to 11 -feet without him being notified. He stated he was
not opposed to the development but felt the development should fit the lot. He stated
there were a number of changes to the application request. He stated the original
approval allowed a 2,500 square foot home, the letter mailed by Ms. Boyd indicated a
2,900 square foot home and the current application request indicated a 3,100 square
foot home. He questioned the actual size of the home. He stated the previous approval
allowed the construction of a single story home and the home was now proposed as a
on
FILE NO.: Z -7879-B (Cont.
story and '/z. He stated this would tower over his property. He stated presently from his
southern windows he could see the Rice Mansion and the street. He stated with the
new construction all he would see was a wall. He stated there were a number of
neighbors present in opposition of the request but he was speaking for all those
present.
Ms. Boyd stated the neighborhood was a diverse neighborhood. She stated the front
porch would start at the 11 -foot line and go back 8 -feet before the home started. She
stated the adjoining property was located at 9.5 -feet from the property line. She stated
the request was scheduled to go before the Mac Arthur Park Historic District to
determine the appropriateness of the construction and compatibility with the area.
Commissioner Allen stated he did not feel the proposed request was out of line. He
stated as house plans were finalized modifications and adjustments were made to the
home. He stated he felt the development was a quality in -fill development.
Commissioner Williams stated he too was a resident of the area and applauded
Ms. Boyd's efforts and felt the development quality work.
There was no further discussion of the item. The chair entertained a motion for
approval of the item. The motion carried by a vote of 8 ayes, 1 no, 1 absent and 1 open
position.
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September 27; 2007
ITEM NO.: 10
NAME: Boyd Homes Revised Short -from PD -R
LOCATION: Located at 614 Rock Street
DEVELOPER:
Tina Boyd
617 Cumberland Street
Little Rock, AR 72211
ENGINEER:
Donald Brooks
20820 Arch Street Pike
Hensley, AR 72065
AREA: 0.51 acres
CURRENT ZONING:
ALLOWED USES
PROPOSED ZONING
NUMBER OF LOTS: 1
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Single-family Residential
Revised PD -R
FILE NO.: Z -7879-B
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
PROPOSED USE: Single-family Residential — Placement of a pool within the
Courtyard area, signage and stairs for the proposed home located at 614 Rock Street.
VARIANCES/WAIVERS REQUESTED: None requested.
BACKGROUND:
Ordinance No. 19,364 adopted by the Little Rock Board of Directors on August 1, 2005,
rezoned this site from UU, Urban Use District and R -4A to PD -R to allow the
development of three single-family homes. The new homes would be executive style
homes built on individual lots. The total lot area proposed for development was
18,300 square feet and was three platted lots. The site contained 75 feet along the
Rock Street and 50 feet along the Cumberland Street. The development proposed two
homes facing Rock Street and one home facing Cumberland Street. The driveway for
all homes would be from Cumberland Street. The driveway and parking areas would be
designated as a cross access and utility easement.
September 27, 2007
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 10 [Cont.] FILE NO.: Z -7879-B
The northern most home facing Rock Street was proposed as a 2,500 square foot home
with a three car detached garage and a loft apartment above the garage. The lot width
proposed was 47 feet and a lot depth of 150 feet for a total lot area of 7,050 square feet.
A side yard setback of 3 feet on the south property line and a five foot setback on the
northern property line was approved. The front yard setback was approved a eleven
feet from the edge of the sidewalk edge to the front porch.
The second home facing Rock Street contained 2,530 square feet and a two -car
garage. The home was proposed as a two story home with a front setback of 13 -feet
from the property line and a four -foot side yard setback on each of the property lines.
An overall lot area of 4,200 square feet with a lot width of 28 feet and a lot depth of
150 feet was approved.
The home facing Cumberland Street would be constructed with a front yard setback of
12 feet from the property line and a 3 -foot side yard setback along the south property
line. The lot was approved containing 7,500 square feet with a lot width of 50 feet and a
lot depth of 150 feet. The home would contain 3,000 square feet and be constructed as
a two story unit containing a two car detached garage.
Each of the homes would have a private courtyard between the detached garage and
the home. The front yard areas were to be landscaped along with the private courtyard
area. The construction materials would be compatible with the surrounding
neighborhood. Landscaping would be placed along the common drive to screen the
area from Cumberland Street. A six foot privacy fence would be added in the parking
area and around the courtyards to further screen the homes from the adjoining
properties and roadways. Every effort would be made by the applicant to save all the
existing tress on the northern property line.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST:
The applicant is now proposing a revision to the previously approved PD -R to
allow the placement of a pool within the courtyard area of 614 Rock Street and to
allow a small sign within the front yard area of Lot 2. The sign will require
approval by the MacArthur Park Historic Commission prior to installation. The
site plan also includes the placement of a stairway along the northern perimeter
of the site to use as access to the garage apartment. The revision to the PD -R is
for the proposed home located at 614 Rock Street. No other modifications are
proposed to the previously approved site plan.
The home is proposed as a one and a half story home with approximately
3,000 square feet. The home will maintain the previously approved detached
garage with a covered walkway/breezeway to the home. The garage was
approved with a second story apartment containing 900 square feet. The
construction materials proposed are the same as the materials previously
approved.
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September 27, 2007
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 10 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z -7879-B
According to the applicant every attempt will be made to save all of the trees on
the northern edge of the property. The City of Little Rock Urban Forestry
Department was consulted and has provided procedures on minimizing damage
to the tree roots.
The applicant is seeking approval from the Mac Arthur Park Historic District for
appropriateness based on review of materials, textures, color, mass, height,
scale, bulk, etc in relation to other structures in the area.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
Two of the three homes proposed for development have been constructed. This
lot is presently a vacant grass covered lot. There are two single-family
residences and multi -family units located to the south of the site. To the north of
the site is a single-family structure, which has been converted into an office use
for a telephone answering service and a large parking lot located to the
northwest of the site. Rock and Cumberland Streets are both one-way streets
with Rock Street traveling northbound and Cumberland Street traveling
southbound.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
The Macarthur Park Neighborhood Association, all residents, who could be
identified, located within 300 feet of the site and all owners of property located
within 200 feet of the site were notified of the public hearing. As of this writing
staff has received several informational phone calls from area residents.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS:
PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS:
1. For access by emergency vehicles, a minimum 20 foot access easement
must be provided.
E. UTILITIES AND FIRE DEPARTMENT/COUNTY PLANNING:
Wastewater: Sewer available to the property.
Entergy: No comment received.
Center -Point Energy: No comment received.
AT & T: No comment received.
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September 27; 2007
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 10 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z -7879-B
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G
Central Arkansas Water: All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at
the time of request for water service must be met. Contact Central Arkansas
Water regarding the size and location of the water meter(s).
Fire Department: Approved as submitted.
County Planning: No comment.
CATA: The site is not located on a dedicated CATA Bus Route.
ISSUES/TECHNICAL/DESIGN:
Planning Division: This request is located in the Downtown Planning District.
The Land Use Plan shows Low Density Residential for this property. The
applicant has applied for a revised PRD.
The request does not require a change to the Land Use Plan.
Master Street Plan: Rock Street is shown as a Local Street on the Master Street
Plan. The primary function of a Local Street is to provide access to adjacent
properties. This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require
street improvements.
Bicycle Plan: Existing or proposed Class I, II, or III Bikeways are not in the
immediate vicinity of the development.
City Recognized Neighborhood Action Plan: The applicant's property lies in the
area covered by the Downtown Neighborhood Action Plan. The Housing goal
states: "Redevelop 153 vacant lots and re -occupy 512 vacant houses and
325 vacant apartments."
Landscape: No comment.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (September 6, 2007)
The applicant was present. Staff presented an overview of the proposed
development stating there were additional items necessary to complete the
review process. Staff stated the primary changes were to allow the placement of
a pool and to allow a small sign to be located within the front yard area. Staff
stated the revised plan indicated a stair encroachment into the setback which
would require a fire rated wall at the time of construction. Staff also stated
reducing the rear yard access easement to 17 -feet caused concerns with
maneuverability for residents backing from the garage.
CI
September 27,. 2007
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 10 Cont.) FILE NO.: Z -7879-B
Public Works comments were addressed. Staff stated the access drive should
maintain the 20 -feet as was previously approved to allow for emergency access.
Ms. Boyd stated she would amend her request to maintain the 20 -foot as was
previously approved.
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 September 6, 2007, Subdivision Committee meeting. The applicant
has removed from the request the reduction of the rear access and utility
easement leaving the area at the 20 -foot as was approved in the original Planned
Residential Development request. The previous approval for Lot 2 allowed a
building envelope of 119 feet by 37.69 feet.
The requested revision is to allow the placement of a pool within the courtyard
area of 614 Rock Street, allow a stairway to exit from the garage apartment along
the northern property line within the previously approved setback and to allow a
small sign within the front yard area of Lot 2.
The pool is proposed within the previously approved building envelope. The pool
is proposed not to exceed 20 -feet by 22 -feet. The site plan indicates the pool will
be constructed between the rear of the proposed home and the detached
garage. A six foot fence will be placed along the northern and southern property
lines as was previously approved.
The stair is proposed to access the garage/apartment along the northern
perimeter and be placed two to three feet from the property line. The stair will be
constructed to meet all requirements of the building codes including a fire rated
wall along the north side of the stairs.
A sign is proposed within the front yard area of the home. The sign will be
constructed within the design guidelines of the MacArthur Park Historic District
and require approval by the MacArthur Park Historic Commission prior to
installation.
The home is proposed as a one and a half story home with approximately
3,000 square feet. The home will maintain the previously approved detached
garage with a covered walkway/breezeway to the home. The garage was
approved with a second story apartment containing 900 square feet. The
construction materials proposed are the same as the materials previously
September 27,►2007
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 10 (Cont.
FILE NO.: Z -7879-B
approved. The maximum building height proposed is less than building heights
typically allowed in single-family zones with a maximum height of 30 -feet.
Staff is supportive of the request. The applicant is seeking to place a pool within
the courtyard area of the proposed new single-family home. The pool is
proposed within the previously approved building envelope and does not
encroach into the previously approved setbacks. In addition staff does not feel
the placement of a small sign within the front yard area consistent with signage
allowed in the MacArthur Park Historic District will significantly impact the area.
The placement of the stairwell to access the garage apartment along the
northern perimeter should have minimal impact on the area. The use to the north
of the site is a non-residential use and is operated 24 -hours per day. Staff does
not feel the placement of stairs adjacent to this use will significantly impact the
development or the area.
The revision to the PD -R is for the proposed home located at 614 Rock Street
and no other modifications are proposed to the previously approved site plan. To
staffs knowledge there are no technical issues associated with the request
remaining outstanding.
STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
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 ACTIO
(SEPTEMBER 27, 2007)
The applicant was present. There were registered objectors present. Staff presented
the item with a recommends 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.
Ms. Tina Boyd addressed the Commission on the merits of her request. She stated
there were few modifications proposed from the original approval. She stated the
request would allow for the placement of a pool within the previously established
courtyard area, the placement of a sign within the front yard area and the placement of
stairs along the northern perimeter to exit the garage. She stated the sign would be
consistent with signage allowed in the Mac Arthur Park Historic District. She stated the
sign was not required but she was requesting the sign to advertise her business. She
stated she had a home based business and desired to be able to advertise.
Ms. Alice Lightle addressed the Commission
was in support of the development Ms. Boyd
her developments were an asset to the City
Cel
in support of the request. She stated she
had done in the downtown area and felt
She stated she was the Environmental
September 27, 2007
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 10 (Cont.
Judge and had occasion to see properties which were not taken care of were not assets
to the community.
Mr. Conner Limerick addressed the Commission in opposition. He stated he owned the
property to the north of the site and had been in the area for 35 years. He stated he
was in support of the original application when the building line was established at
12 -feet. He stated he was unaware applications could change and did not know the
building line could be reduced to 11 -feet without him being notified. He stated he was
not opposed to the development but felt the development should fit the lot. He stated
there were a number of changes to the application request. He stated the original
approval allowed a 2,500 square foot home, the letter mailed by Ms. Boyd indicated a
2,900 square foot home and the current application request indicated a 3,100 square
foot home. He questioned the actual size of the home. He stated the previous approval
allowed the construction of a single story home and the home was now proposed as a
story and Y2. He stated this would tower over his property. He stated presently from his
southern windows he could see the Rice Mansion and the street. He stated with the
new construction all he would see was a wall. He stated there were a number of
neighbors present in opposition of the request but he was speaking for all those
present.
Ms. Boyd stated the neighborhood was a diverse neighborhood. She stated the front
porch would start at the 11 -foot line and go back 8 -feet before the home started. She
stated the adjoining property was located at 9.5 -feet from the property line. She stated
the request was scheduled to go before the Mac Arthur Park Historic District to
determine the appropriateness of the construction and compatibility with the area.
Commissioner Allen stated he did not feel the proposed request was out of line. He
stated as house plans were finalized modifications and adjustments were made to the
home. He stated he felt the development was a quality in -fill development.
Commissioner Williams stated he too was a resident of the area and applauded
Ms. Boyd's efforts and felt the development quality work.
There was no further discussion of the item. The chair entertained a motion for
approval of the item. The motion carried by a vote of 8 ayes, 1 no, 1 absent and 1 open
position.
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ITEM NO.: 10.
NAME: Boyd Homes Revised Short -from PD -R
LOCATION: located at 614 Rock Street
Planning Staff Comments:
Z -7879-B
1. Provide notification of property owners located within 200 -feet of the site, complete
with the certified abstract list, notice form with affidavit executed and proof of
mailing. The notice must be mailed no later than September 12, 2007. The Office of
Planning and Development must receive the proof of notice no later than September
21, 2007.
2. The stair encroachment into the setback must be constructed as a fire rated wall.
Contact the Building Codes Division (371-4724) for additional information.
3. The reduction in the access easement to 17 -feet does not allow for adequate
maneuvering room on the lot exiting the garage.
Variance/Waivers. None requested.
Public Works Conditions:
1. For access by emergency vehicles, a minimum 20 foot access easement must be
provided.
Utilities and Fire Department/County Planning:
Wastewater: Sewer available to the property.
Entergy: No comment received.
Center -Point Energy: No comment received.
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. Contact Central Arkansas Water
regarding the size and location of the water meter(s).
Fire Department: Approved as submitted.
County Planning: No comment.
CATA: The site is not located on a dedicated CATA Bus Route.
Item # 10.
Planninq Division: This request is located in the Downtown Planning District. The Land
Use Plan shows Low Density Residential for this property. The applicant has applied
for a revised PRD.
The request does not require a change to the Land Use Plan.
Master Street Plan: Rock Street is shown as a Local Street on the Master Street Plan.
The primary function of a Local Street is to provide access to adjacent properties. This
street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements.
Bicycle Plan: Existing or proposed Class I, II, or III Bikeways are not in the immediate
vicinity of the development.
City Recognized Neighborhood Action Plan: The applicant's property lies in the area
covered by the Downtown Neighborhood Action Plan. The Housing goal states:
"Redevelop 153 vacant lots and re -occupy 512 vacant houses and 325 vacant
apartments."
Landscape: No comment.
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, September 12, 2007.
Item # 10.