HomeMy WebLinkAboutZ-7969-A Staff AnalysisFILE NO.: Z -7969-A
NAME: LaPalapa Revised Short -form PCD
LOCATION: Located at 6100 Stones Road and 18321 Cantrell Road
DEVELOPER:
Ross Phillips
34 Vista Drive
Little Rock, AR 72210
ENGINEER:
Crafton, Tull and Associates, Inc.
10825 Financial Center Parkway, Suite 300
Little Rock, AR 72211
AREA: 2.0 + acres
CURRENT ZONING:
ALLOWED USES
PROPOSED ZONING
NUMBER OF LOTS: 1
PCD and R-2, Single-family
Restaurant and Single-family
PCD
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
PROPOSED USE: Restaurant, Single-family and C-1 uses
VARIANCESNVAIVERS REQUESTED: None requested.
BACKGROUND:
The Little Rock Board of Directors adopted Ordinance No. 19,500 on March 21, 2006,
allowing a revision to the approved PCD for 18321 Cantrell Road by expanding the PCD to
the south to encompass an area containing six manufactured homes. The proposal included
the construction of a deck and parking facility in the expanded area. The deck was attached
to the existing restaurant with only one entrance to the restaurant. The deck was proposed
as wooden construction, following the style of the existing restaurant facility.
Fencing would be placed along the southern perimeter of the parking lot to screen the
adjoining residential property. Included in the request was the relocation of the six
manufactured homes on the rear portion of the site.
FILE NO.: Z -7969-A (Cont.
A. PROPOSAL:
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The applicant is now proposing a revision to the previously approved PCD to allow an
existing residential structure located on the site currently zoned R-2, Single-family to
be included in the previously approved PCD area. The applicant has indicated C-1,
Neighborhood Commercial District uses as allowable uses for the site. There are no
other changes proposed to the previously approved PCD.
The site is located outside the City limits but within the City's Extraterritorial Planning
Jurisdiction. The site is currently connected to the City's wastewater collection and
treatment system.
EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site contains a restaurant and a single-family structure located adjacent to
Highway 10 with several manufactured homes located on the rear portion of the site.
There is a daycare center located to the west of the site on property zoned PD -O. To
the north and east of the site are several properties zoned PCD which were zoned to
recognize uses which existed when the property was brought within the City's
Extraterritorial Planning Jurisdiction. Other uses in the area include, single-family
homes located on large lots, a church and vacant 0-3, General Office District zoned
property.
NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
As of this writing, staff has received several informational phone calls from area
residents. All property owners located within 200 -feet of the site, all residents located
within 300 feet of the site, who could be identified, along with the Aberdeen Court
Property Owners Association, the Bayonne Place Property Owners Association, the
Johnson Ranch Neighborhood Association, the Margeaux Property Owners
Association and the Maywood Manor Neighborhood Association were notified of the
Public Hearing.
GINEERING COMMENTS:
Public Works:
1. The proposed land use would classify Stones Street on the Master Street Plan
as a commercial street. Dedicate right-of-way to 30 feet from centerline.
2. Cantrell Road 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. With site development, provide the design of street conforming to the Master
Street Plan. Construct one-half street improvements to Cantrell Road and
Stones Road including 5 -foot sidewalks with planned development.
4. A 20 foot radial dedication of right-of-way is required at the intersection of
Cantrell Road and Stones Road.
5. Driveway locations and widths do not meet the traffic access and circulation
requirements of Sections 30-43 and 31-210. The lot must have a single
driveway access in the middle of the property. The width of driveway must not
exceed 36 feet. No access is allowed near the intersection. The parking
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FILE NO.: Z -7969-A (Cont.
configuration will have to be altered due to relocating the driveway. For further
information, contact Bill Henry, Traffic Engineering, at 379-1816.
6. Obtain permits for improvements within State Highway right-of-way from AHTD,
District VI.
7. Obtain a franchise agreement from Public Works (John Barr, 371-4646) for the
improvements located in the right-of-way including parking and landscaping.
8. Driveway on Stones Road should be exit only.
9. 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.
E. UTILITIES AND FIRE DEPARTMENT/COUNTY PLANNING:
Wastewater: Sewer available to this property. The property is located outside the City
limits of Little Rock. Approval from the Little Rock Board of Directors is required prior
to connecting to the wastewater system.
Entergy: No comment received.
Center -Point Energ : 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 if
larger and/or additional water meter(s) are required. The Fire Department having
jurisdiction needs to evaluate this site to determine whether additional public and/or
private fire hydrant(s) will be required. If additional fire hydrant(s) are required, they will
be installed at the Developer's expense.
Fire Department: Outside the service boundary. Provide a letter from the area
volunteer fire department indicating their knowledge of the proposed project and their
ability to serve the development.
CountV Planning: Site redesign approved as submitted.
CATA: The site is located on CATA Bus Route #25, the Highway 10 Express Route.
F. ISSUES/TECHNICAUDESIGN:
Planning Division: This request is located in the Chenal Planning District. The Land
Use Plan shows Business Node for this property. The applicant has applied for a
Revision to a PCD to allow additional uses.
The request does not require a change to the Land Use Plan.
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Master Street Plan: Cantrell Road is shown as a Principal Arterial on the Master
Street Plan and Stones Road is shown as a Local Street. 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 Cantrell
Road since it is a Principal Arterial. Local Streets which are abutted by non-residential
zoning/use or more intensive zoning than duplexes are considered as "Commercial
Streets". These streets have a design standard the same as a Collector.
Bicycle Plan: A Class II is shown along Cantrell Road at this property. A Class II
bikeway is located on the street as either a five foot shoulder or six foot marked bike
lane. Additional paving and right of way may be required.
City Recognized Neighborhood Action Plan: The property under review is not located
in an area covered by a City of Little Rock recognized neighborhood action plan.
Landscape -
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andscape:
1. Compliance with the City's Landscape and Buffer Ordinances is required.
2. In conjunction with this project, the request for additional parking, and the
elimination of some of the curb cuts; it is recommended the design of this area
encompass the City's minimum landscape and buffer ordinance requirements.
The Highway 10 Design Overlay District requires a forty foot (40) landscaped
area along Highway 10. In doing so, it would tremendously improve the
aesthetics of one of the most scenic highways in the area while also improving
the site and overall circulation of the site would improve.
3. An automatic irrigation system will be required for any new landscaped areas.
4. Berming is encouraged along Scenic Highway 10.
5. Sensitivity to the neighboring homes is also encouraged.
6. The City Beautiful Commission recommends preserving as many existing trees
as feasible on tree covered sites. Credit toward fulfilling Landscape Ordinance
requirements can be given when preserving trees of six (6) inch caliper or
larger.
G. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (August 24, 2006)
The applicant was present representing the request. Staff presented the item
indicating there were a number of outstanding issues associated with the request.
Staff requested the applicant provide details of any proposed signage. Staff also
requested the applicant provide a note concerning the required dumpster screening.
Public Works comments were discussed. Staff stated the two existing drives should
be eliminated and one drive centered on the property frontage should be constructed.
Staff also stated half street improvements should be constructed to Stones Road per
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the Master Street Plan. Staff stated a 20 foot radial dedication would be required at
the intersection of Stones Road and Cantrell Road.
Landscaping comments were addressed. Staff stated the Highway 10 Design Overlay
typically required a 40 -foot landscape strip along the highway frontage. Staff
requested the applicant provide additional landscaping to meet the typical minimum
ordinance standard. Staff also stated landscaping would be required along Stones
Road. Staff stated the ordinance typically required the placement of 25 -feet of
landscaping around the perimeters of the site.
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 August 24, 2006, Subdivision Committee meeting. The applicant has
revised the site plan to include landscaping along Highway 10, relocated the drive to
the center of the property and indicated the proposed signage on the site plan. The
signage proposed is a ground mounted monument style sign a maximum of ten feet in
height and one hundred square feet in area. The Highway 10 Design Overlay District
allows for a development signage to be as indicated by the applicant's proposal.
Building signage is proposed with a maximum of ten (10) percent of the fagade area
as typically allow in commercial zones. There is an existing pole mounted sign located
near the western property line. Staff recommends this sign be removed with the
construction of the new monument sign.
Landscaping has been indicated along Highway 10. Currently the site does not have
any landscaping in place along the roadway. A portion of the landscaped area drops
below the typically required 40 -foot minimum landscape strip. The eastern portion of
the property indicates the placement of a 33 -foot landscaping strip. Staff is supportive
of the allowance of this reduced landscape strip in this area. As stated, currently there
is no landscaping in place along the roadway. Staff feels the landscaping as proposed
will enhance the site by allowing landscaping along Highway 10 which has previously
been nothing but asphalt.
The existing restaurant building contains 3,200 square feet and was previously
approved a deck addition totaling 1,600 square feet. The structure located on the
eastern portion of the site contains approximately 2,000 square feet and a 600 square
foot deck is proposed. The applicant is requesting C-1, Neighborhood Commercial
uses as allowable uses for the site. A restaurant is an allowable use under this zoning
classification. Based on the minimum parking required for each of the structures being
used as restaurants, 74 parking spaces would typically be required. If the site were to
develop with a C-1, Neighborhood Commercial use other than a restaurant 56 parking
spaces would typically be required. The site plan indicates the placement of 67
parking spaces. Staff is supportive of the parking as shown.
The revised site plan indicates the extension of Stones Road along the eastern
perimeter of the site as requested by staff. The road has been indicated with a
minimum pavement width of 18 -feet for one-half of a commercial street standard.
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The site plan indicates the placement of a dumpster along the southwestern portion of
the site. This location is located adjacent to single-family homes fronting Norton Road.
Staff feels the dumpster should be relocated on the site away from the adjacent
residential homes. In addition the applicant has not placed limits on the proposed
hours of service of the dumpster. Staff feels the dumpster hours should be limited to
7:00 am to 7:00 pm seven days per week.
Staff is supportive of the request. The applicant is proposing a revision to a previously
approved PCD to allow an additional structure to be included within the approved
zoning area. The applicant is not proposing any other modifications to the previously
approved zoning. All previous comments and conditions continue to apply to the
current application request. To staff's knowledge there are no outstanding issues
associated with the request. The site is located in an existing Business Node. Staff
feels the conversion of the existing structure to a commercial use utilizing C-1 uses as
allowable uses should have minimal impact on the area.
STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends approval of the request subject to compliance with the comments
and conditions as outlined in paragraphs D, E, F and H of the above agenda staff
report.
Staff recommends the dumpster be located within the applicant's site and away from
the adjacent residential uses to the west. Staff also recommends the hours of service
of the dumpster be limited to 7 am to 7 pm daily.
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September 14, 2006
ITEM NO.: 19.
NAME: LaPalapa Revised Short -form PCD
LOCATION: located at 6100 Stones Road and 18321 Cantrell Road
DEVELOPER:
Ross Phillips
34 Vista Drive
Little Rock, AR 72210
ENGINEER:
Crafton, Tull and Associates, Inc.
10825 Financial Center Parkway, Suite 300
Little Rock, AR 72211
AREA: 2.0 ± acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
CURRENT ZONING: PCD and R-2, Single-family
ALLOWED USES: Restaurant and Single-family
OPOSED ZONING: PCD
PROPOSED USE: Restaurant, Single-family and C-1 uses
VARIANCESIWAIVERS REQUESTED: None requested.
BACKGROUND:
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The Little Rock Board of Directors adopted Ordinance No. 19,500 on March 21, 2006,
allowing a revision to the approved PCD for 18321 Cantrell Road by expanding the PCD to
the south to encompass an area containing six manufactured homes. The proposal included
the construction of a deck and parking facility in the expanded area. The deck was attached
to the existing restaurant with only one entrance to the restaurant. The deck was proposed
as wooden construction, following the style of the existing restaurant facility.
Fencing would be placed along the southern perimeter of the parking lot to screen the
adjoining residential property. Included in the request was the relocation of the six
manufactured homes on the rear portion of the site.
September 14, 2006
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 19 CONT FILE NO.: Z -7969-A
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PROPOSAL:
The applicant is now proposing a revision to the previously approved PCD to allow an
existing residential structure located on the site currently zoned R-2, Single-family to
be included in the previously approved PCD area. The applicant has indicated C-1,
Neighborhood Commercial District uses as allowable uses for the site. There are no
other changes proposed to the previously approved PCD.
The site is located outside the City limits but within the City's Extraterritorial Planning
Jurisdiction. The site is currently connected to the City's wastewater collection and
treatment system.
EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site contains a restaurant and a single-family structure located adjacent to
Highway 10 with several manufactured homes located on the rear portion of the site.
There is a daycare center located to the west of the site on property zoned PD -O. To
the north and east of the site are several properties zoned PCD which were zoned to
recognize uses which existed when the property was brought within the City's
Extraterritorial Planning Jurisdiction. Other uses in the area include, single-family
homes located on large lots, a church and vacant 0-3, General Office District zoned
property.
NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
As of this writing, staff has received several informational phone calls from area
residents. All property owners located within 200 -feet of the site, all residents located
within 300 feet of the site, who could be identified, along with the Aberdeen Court
Property Owners Association, the Bayonne Place Property Owners Association, the
Johnson Ranch Neighborhood Association, the Margeaux Property Owners
Association and the Maywood Manor Neighborhood Association were notified of the
Public Hearing.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS:
Public Works:
1. The proposed land use would classify Stones Street on the Master Street Plan as a
commercial street. Dedicate right-of-way to 30 feet from centerline.
2. Cantrell Road 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. With site development, provide the design of street conforming to the Master Street
Plan. Construct one-half street improvements to Cantrell Road and Stones Road
including 5 -foot sidewalks with planned development.
4. A 20 foot radial dedication of right-of-way is required at the intersection of Cantrell
Road and Stones Road.
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September 14, 2006
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 19 CONT FILE NO.: Z -7969-A
5. Driveway locations and widths do not meet the traffic access and circulation
requirements of Sections 30-43 and 31-210. The lot must have a single driveway
access in the middle of the property. The width of driveway must not exceed 36
feet. No access is allowed near the intersection. The parking configuration will
have to be altered due to relocating the driveway. For further information, contact
Bill Henry, Traffic Engineering, at 379-1816.
6. Obtain permits for improvements within State Highway right-of-way from AHTD,
District VI.
7. Obtain a franchise agreement from Public Works (John Barr, 371-4646) for the
improvements located in the right-of-way including parking and landscaping.
8. Driveway on Stones Road should be exit only.
9. 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.
E. UTILITIES AND FIRE DEPARTMENT/COUNTY PLANNING:
Wastewater: Sewer available to this property. The property is located outside the City
limits of Little Rock. Approval from the Little Rock Board of Directors is required prior
to connecting to the wastewater system.
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 if
larger and/or additional water meter(s) are required. The Fire Department having
jurisdiction needs to evaluate this site to determine whether additional public and/or
private fire hydrant(s) will be required. If additional fire hydrant(s) are required, they will
be installed at the Developer's expense.
Fire Department: Outside the service boundary. Provide a letter from the area
volunteer fire department indicating their knowledge of the proposed project and their
ability to serve the development.
County Planning: Site redesign approved as submitted.
CATA: The site is located on CATA Bus Route #25, the Highway 10 Express Route.
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September 14, 2006
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 19 CONT FILE NO.: Z -7969-A
F. ISSUES/TECHNICAL/DESIGN:
Planning Division: This request is located in the Chenal Planning District. The Land
Use Plan shows Business Node for this property. The applicant has applied for a
Revision to a PCD to allow additional uses.
The request does not require a change to the Land Use Plan.
Master Street Plan: Cantrell Road is shown as a Principal Arterial on the Master
Street Plan and Stones Road is shown as a Local Street. 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 Cantrell
Road since it is a Principal Arterial. Local Streets which are abutted by non-residential
zoning/use or more intensive zoning than duplexes are considered as "Commercial
Streets". These streets have a design standard the same as a Collector.
Bic cle Plan: A Class II is shown along Cantrell Road at this property. A Class II
bikeway is located on the street as either a five foot shoulder or six foot marked bike
lane. Additional paving and right of way may be required.
City Recognized Neighborhood Action Plan: The property under review is not located
in an area covered by a City of Little Rock recognized neighborhood action plan.
Landscape:
1. Compliance with the City's Landscape and Buffer Ordinances is required.
2. In conjunction with this project, the request for additional parking, and the elimination
of some of the curb cuts; it is recommended the design of this area encompass the
City's minimum landscape and buffer ordinance requirements. The Highway 10 Design
Overlay District requires a forty foot (40') landscaped area along Highway 10. In doing
so, it would tremendously improve the aesthetics of one of the most scenic highways
in the area while also improving the site and overall circulation of the site would
improve.
3. An automatic irrigation system will be required for any new landscaped areas.
4. Berming is encouraged along Scenic Highway 10.
5. Sensitivity to the neighboring homes is also encouraged.
6. The City Beautiful Commission recommends preserving as many existing trees as
feasible on tree covered sites. Credit toward fulfilling Landscape Ordinance
requirements can be given when preserving trees of six (6) inch caliper or larger.
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September 14, 2006
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 19 CONT FILE NO.: Z -7969-A
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SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (August 24, 2006)
The applicant was present representing the request. Staff presented the item
indicating there were a number of outstanding issues associated with the request.
Staff requested the applicant provide details of any proposed signage. Staff also
requested the applicant provide a note concerning the required dumpster screening.
Public Works comments were discussed. Staff stated the two existing drives should
be eliminated and one drive centered on the property frontage should be constructed.
Staff also stated half street improvements should be constructed to Stones Road per
the Master Street Plan. Staff stated a 20 foot radial dedication would be required at
the intersection of Stones Road and Cantrell Road.
Landscaping comments were addressed. Staff stated the Highway 10 Design Overlay
typically required a 40 -foot landscape strip along the highway frontage. Staff
requested the applicant provide additional landscaping to meet the typical minimum
ordinance standard. Staff also stated landscaping would be required along Stones
Road. Staff stated the ordinance typically required the placement of 25 -feet of
landscaping around the perimeters of the site.
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.
ANALYSIS:
The applicant submitted a revised site plan to staff addressing most of the issues
raised at the August 24, 2006, Subdivision Committee meeting. The applicant has
revised the site plan to include landscaping along Highway 10, relocated the drive to
the center of the property and indicated the proposed signage on the site plan. The
signage proposed is a ground mounted monument style sign a maximum of ten feet in
height and one hundred square feet in area. The Highway 10 Design Overlay District
allows for a development signage to be as indicated by the applicant's proposal.
Building signage is proposed with a maximum of ten (10) percent of the facade area
as typically allow in commercial zones. There is an existing pole mounted sign located
near the western property line. Staff recommends this sign be removed with the
construction of the new monument sign.
Landscaping has been indicated along Highway 10. Currently the site does not have
any landscaping in place along the roadway. A portion of the landscaped area drops
below the typically required 40 -foot minimum landscape strip. The eastern portion of
the property indicates the placement of a 33 -foot landscaping strip. Staff is supportive
of the allowance of this reduced landscape strip in this area. As stated, currently there
is no landscaping in place along the roadway. Staff feels the landscaping as proposed
will enhance the site by allowing landscaping along Highway 10 which has previously
been nothing but asphalt.
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September 14, 2006
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 19 CONT FILE NO.: Z -7969-A
The existing restaurant building contains 3,200 square feet and was previously
approved a deck addition totaling 1,600 square feet. The structure located on the
eastern portion of the site contains approximately 2,000 square feet and a 600 square
foot deck is proposed. The applicant is requesting C-1, Neighborhood Commercial
uses as allowable uses for the site. A restaurant is an allowable use under this zoning
classification. Based on the minimum parking required for each of the structures being
used as restaurants, 74 parking spaces would typically be required. If the site were to
develop with a C-1, Neighborhood Commercial use other than a restaurant 56 parking
spaces would typically be required. The site plan indicates the placement of 67
parking spaces. Staff is supportive of the parking as shown.
The revised site plan indicates the extension of Stones Road along the eastern
perimeter of the site as requested by staff. The road has been indicated with a
minimum pavement width of 18 -feet for one-half of a commercial street standard.
The site plan indicates the placement of a dumpster along the southwestern portion of
the site. This location is located adjacent to single-family homes fronting Norton Road.
Staff feels the dumpster should be relocated on the site away from the adjacent
residential homes. In addition the applicant has not placed limits on the proposed
hours of service of the dumpster. Staff feels the dumpster hours should be limited to
7:00 am to 7:00 pm seven days per week.
Staff is supportive of the request. The applicant is proposing a revision to a previously
approved PCD to allow an additional structure to be included within the approved
zoning area. The applicant is not proposing any other modifications to the previously
approved zoning. All previous comments and conditions continue to apply to the
current application request. To staffs knowledge there are no outstanding issues
associated with the request. The site is located in an existing Business Node. Staff
feels the conversion of the existing structure to a commercial use utilizing C-1 uses as
allowable uses should have minimal impact on the area.
STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends approval of the request subject to compliance with the comments
and conditions as outlined in paragraphs D, E, F and H of the above agenda staff
report.
Staff recommends the dumpster be located within the applicant's site and away from
the adjacent residential uses to the west. Staff also recommends the hours of service
of the dumpster be limited to 7 am to 7 pm daily.
September 14, 2006
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 19 (CONT)
FILE NO.: Z -7969-A
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (September 14, 2006)
The applicant was present representing the request. There were registered objectors
present. Staff presented the item with a recommendation of approval.
Mr. Ross Phillips addressed the Commission on the merits of the request. He stated
he was willing to move the dumpster as requested by staff and limit the hours of
dumpster service. He stated all improvements would be completed per the staff
recommendation.
Ms. Alicia Finch addressed the Commission stating reservations of support. She
stated the neighborhood was concerned with any change in use in the area. She
stated by changing the use traffic was being added to an already congested area. She
stated the neighborhood's main concern was waste management. She stated the
restaurant was connected to the City's wastewater treatment system but the six mobile
homes were not. She stated with the placement or relocation of six homes on the rear
portion of the site the neighborhood's concern was how the waste would be disposed
of. She stated the neighborhood also had concerns with the domino effect how the
rezoning would effect properties in the area.
Ms. Janus Arog addressed the Commission in opposition of the request. She stated
the Aberdeen Neighborhood was located to the north of the site and any negative
impact to the Maywood Neighborhood also affected her neighborhood. She stated the
concern was the placement of six manufactured homes on the rear portion of the
property was a concern of both the Maywood and Aberdeen Neighborhoods.
Mr. Phillips stated the house site would be connected to the City's wastewater system
if the City desired. He stated the manufactured homes were located on septic systems
and had been functioning a number of years with the current disposal. He stated the
manufactured homes would continue to use septic systems for wastewater collection
and treatment.
The Commission questioned Mr. Phillips as to the improvements being requested by
the City and his willingness and ability to complete the improvements. Mr. Phillips
stated he was aware of the request and felt he could complete the improvements and
still make the project work.
A motion was made to approve the request. The motion carried by a vote of 7 ayes, 2
noes and 2 absent.
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ITEM NO.: 19. Z -7969-A
NAME: LaPalapa Revised Short -form PCD
LOCATION: located at 6100 Stones Road and 18321 Cantrell Road
Planning Staff Comments:
1. Provide notification of property owners located within 200 -feet of the site, complete
with the certified abstract list, notice form with affidavit executed and proof of
mailing. The notice must be mailed no later than August 30, 2006. The Office of
Planning and Development must receive the proof of notice no later than September
6, 2006.
2. Provide details of any proposed signage including building signage and ground
mounted signage on the proposed site plan.
3. Provide a note concerning the required dumpster screening. The dumpster has
been located adjacent to the residential portion of the development.
4. All applicants must submit a copy of the bill of assurance for the subdivision within
which the subject property is located. Copies of bills of assurance are available at
the Pulaski County Circuit Clerk's office located at 401 West Markham Street. If the
property is not located in a subdivision with a bill of assurance, the applicant must
submit a statement to that effect in conjunction with submission of the application.
Variance/Waivers:
Public Works Conditions:
1. The proposed land use would classify Stones Street on the Master Street Plan as
a commercial street. Dedicate right-of-way to 30 feet from centerline.
2. Cantrell Road 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. With site development, provide the design of street conforming to the Master
Street Plan. Construct one-half street improvements to Cantrell Road and
Stones Road including 5 -foot sidewalks with planned development.
4. A 20 foot radial dedication of right-of-way is required at the intersection of
Cantrell Road and Stones Road.
5. Driveway locations and widths do not meet the traffic access and circulation
requirements of Sections 30-43 and 31-210. The lot must have a single driveway
access in the middle of the property. The width of driveway must not exceed 36
feet. No access is allowed near the intersection. The parking configuration will
have to be altered due to relocating the driveway. For further information,
contact Bill Henry, Traffic Engineering, at 379-1816.
6. Obtain permits for improvements within State Highway right-of-way from AHTD,
District VI.
7. Obtain a franchise agreement from Public Works (John Barr, 371-4646) for the
improvements located in the right-of-way including parking and landscaping.
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8. Driveway on Stones Road should be exit only.
9. 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.
Utilities and Fire Department/County Planning:
Wastewater: Sewer available to this property. The property is located outside the City
limits of Little Rock. Approval from the Little Rock Board of Directors is required prior to
connecting to the wastewater system.
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 if larger
and/or additional water meter(s) are required. The Fire Department having jurisdiction
needs to evaluate this site to determine whether additional public and/or private fire
hydrant(s) will be required. If additional fire hydrant(s) are required, they will be installed
at the Developer's expense.
Fire Department: Outside the service boundary. Provide a letter from the area
volunteer fire department indicating their knowledge of the proposed project and their
ability to serve the development.
Count r_Planning: Site redesign approved as submitted.
CATA: The site is located on CATA Bus Route #25, the Highway 10 Express Route.
Planning Division: This request is located in the Chenal Planning District. The Land
Use Plan shows Business Node for this property. The applicant has applied for a
Revision to a PCD to allow additional uses.
The request does not require a change to the Land Use Plan.
Master Street Plan: Cantrell Road is shown as a Principal Arterial on the Master Street
Plan and Stones Road is shown as a Local Street. 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 Cantrell
Road since it is a Principal Arterial. Local Streets which are abutted by non-residential
zoning/use or more intensive zoning than duplexes are considered as "Commercial
Streets". These streets have a design standard the same as a Collector.
Item # 19
Bicycle Plan: A Class II is shown along Cantrell Road at this property. A Class II
bikeway is located on the street as either a five foot shoulder or six foot marked bike
lane. Additional paving and right of way may be required.
City Recognized Neighborhood Action Plan: The property under review is not located in
an area covered by a City of Little Rock recognized neighborhood action plan.
Landscape -
1. Compliance with the City's Landscape and Buffer Ordinances is required.
2. In conjunction with this project, the request for additional parking, and the
elimination of some of the curb cuts; it is recommended the design of this area
encompass the City's minimum landscape and buffer ordinance requirements.
The Highway 10 Design Overlay District requires a forty foot (40') landscaped
area along Highway 10. In doing so, it would tremendously improve the
aesthetics of one of the most scenic highways in the area while also improving
the site and overall circulation of the site would improve.
3. An automatic irrigation system will be required for any new landscaped areas.
4. Berming is encouraged along Scenic Highway 10.
5. Sensitivity to the neighboring homes is also encouraged.
6. The City Beautiful Commission recommends preserving as many existing trees
as feasible on tree covered sites. 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, August 30, 2006.
Item # 19
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FILE NO.: Z -7969-A
NAME: LaPalapa Revised Short -form PCD
LOCATION: Located at 6100 Stones Road and 18321 Cantrell Road
DEVELOPER:
Ross Phillips
34 Vista Drive
Little Rock, AR 72210
ENGINEER:
Crafton, Tull and Associates, Inc.
10825 Financial Center Parkway, Suite 300
Little Rock, AR 72211
AREA: 2.0 + acres
CURRENT ZONING
ALLOWED USES
PROPOSED ZONING
NUMBER OF LOTS: 1
PCD and R-2, Single-family
Restaurant and Single-family
PCD
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
PROPOSED USE: Restaurant, Single-family and C-1 uses
VARIANCESMAIVERS REQUESTED: None requested.
BACKGROUND:
The Little Rock Board of Directors adopted Ordinance No. 19,500 on March 21, 2006,
allowing a revision to the approved PCD for 18321 Cantrell Road by expanding the PCD to
the south to encompass an area containing six manufactured homes. The proposal included
the construction of a deck and parking facility in the expanded area. The deck was attached
to the existing restaurant with only one entrance to the restaurant. The deck was proposed
as wooden construction, following the style of the existing restaurant facility.
Fencing would be placed along the southern perimeter of the parking lot to screen the
adjoining residential property. Included in the request was the relocation of the six
manufactured homes on the rear portion of the site.
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PROPOSAL:
The applicant is now proposing a revision to the previously approved PCD to allow an
existing residential structure located on the site currently zoned R-2, Single-family to
be included in the previously approved PCD area. The applicant has indicated C-1,
Neighborhood Commercial District uses as allowable uses for the site. There are no
other changes proposed to the previously approved PCD.
The site is located outside the City limits but within the City's Extraterritorial Planning
Jurisdiction. The site is currently connected to the City's wastewater collection and
treatment system.
EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site contains a restaurant and a single-family structure located adjacent to
Highway 10 with several manufactured homes located on the rear portion of the site.
There is a daycare center located to the west of the site on property zoned PD -O. To
the north and east of the site are several properties zoned PCD which were zoned to
recognize uses which existed when the property was brought within the City's
Extraterritorial Planning Jurisdiction. Other uses in the area include, single-family
homes located on large lots, a church and vacant 0-3, General Office District zoned
property.
NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
As of this writing, staff has received several informational phone calls from area
residents. All property owners located within 200 -feet of the site, all residents located
within 300 feet of the site, who could be identified, along with the Aberdeen Court
Property Owners Association, the Bayonne Place Property Owners Association, the
Johnson Ranch Neighborhood Association, the Margeaux Property Owners
Association and the Maywood Manor Neighborhood Association were notified of the
Public Hearing.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS:
Public Works:
1. The proposed land use would classify Stones Street on the Master Street Plan
as a commercial street. Dedicate right-of-way to 30 feet from centerline.
2. Cantrell Road 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. With site development, provide the design of street conforming to the Master
Street Plan. Construct one-half street improvements to Cantrell Road and
Stones Road including 5 -foot sidewalks with planned development.
4. A 20 foot radial dedication of right-of-way is required at the intersection of
Cantrell Road and Stones Road.
5. Driveway locations and widths do not meet the traffic access and circulation
requirements of Sections 30-43 and 31-210. The lot must have a single
driveway access in the middle of the property. The width of driveway must not
exceed 36 feet. No access is allowed near the intersection. The parking
configuration will have to be altered due to relocating the driveway. For further
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information, contact Bill Henry, Traffic Engineering, at 379-1816.
6. Obtain permits for improvements within State Highway right-of-way from AHTD,
District VI.
7. Obtain a franchise agreement from Public Works (John Barr, 371-4646) for the
improvements located in the right-of-way including parking and landscaping.
8. Driveway on Stones Road should be exit only.
9. 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.
E. UTILITIES AND FIRE DEPARTMENT/COUNTY PLANNING:
Wastewater: Sewer available to this property. The property is located outside the City
limits of Little Rock. Approval from the Little Rock Board of Directors is required prior
to connecting to the wastewater system.
Entergy: No comment received.
Center -Point Enerav: 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 if
larger and/or additional water meter(s) are required. The Fire Department having
jurisdiction needs to evaluate this site to determine whether additional public and/or
private fire hydrant(s) will be required. If additional fire hydrant(s) are required, they will
be installed at the Developer's expense.
Fire Department: Outside the service boundary. Provide a letter from the area
volunteer fire department indicating their knowledge of the proposed project and their
ability to serve the development.
County Planning: Site redesign approved as submitted.
CATA: The site is located on CATA Bus Route #25, the Highway 10 Express Route.
F. ISSUES/TECHNICAL/DESIGN:
Planning Division: This request is located in the Chenal Planning District. The Land
Use Plan shows Business Node for this property. The applicant has applied for a
Revision to a PCD to allow additional uses.
The request does not require a change to the Land Use Plan.
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Master Street Plan: Cantrell Road is shown as a Principal Arterial on the Master
Street Plan and Stones Road is shown as a Local Street. 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 Cantrell
Road since it is a Principal Arterial. Local Streets which are abutted by non-residential
zoning/use or more intensive zoning than duplexes are considered as "Commercial
Streets". These streets have a design standard the same as a Collector.
Bicycle Plan: A Class II is shown along Cantrell Road at this property. A Class II
bikeway is located on the street as either a five foot shoulder or six foot marked bike
lane. Additional paving and right of way may be required.
City Recognized Neighborhood Action Plan: The property under review is not located
in an area covered by a City of Little Rock recognized neighborhood action plan.
Landscape:
1. Compliance with the City's Landscape and Buffer Ordinances is required.
2. In conjunction with this project, the request for additional parking, and the
elimination of some of the curb cuts; it is recommended the design of this area
encompass the City's minimum landscape and buffer ordinance requirements.
The Highway 10 Design Overlay District requires a forty foot (40') landscaped
area along Highway 10. In doing so, it would tremendously improve the
aesthetics of one of the most scenic highways in the area while also improving
the site and overall circulation of the site would improve.
3. An automatic irrigation system will be required for any new landscaped areas.
4. Berming is encouraged along Scenic Highway 10.
5. Sensitivity to the neighboring homes is also encouraged.
6. The City Beautiful Commission recommends preserving as many existing trees
as feasible on tree covered sites. Credit toward fulfilling Landscape Ordinance
requirements can be given when preserving trees of six (6) inch caliper or
larger.
G. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (August 24, 2006)
The applicant was present representing the request. Staff presented the item
indicating there were a number of outstanding issues associated with the request.
Staff requested the applicant provide details of any proposed signage. Staff also
requested the applicant provide a note concerning the required dumpster screening.
Public Works comments were discussed. Staff stated the two existing drives should
be eliminated and one drive centered on the property frontage should be constructed.
Staff also stated half street improvements should be constructed to Stones Road per
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the Master Street Plan. Staff stated a 20 foot radial dedication would be required at
the intersection of Stones Road and Cantrell Road.
Landscaping comments were addressed. Staff stated the Highway 10 Design Overlay
typically required a 40 -foot landscape strip along the highway frontage. Staff
requested the applicant provide additional landscaping to meet the typical minimum
ordinance standard. Staff also stated landscaping would be required along Stones
Road. Staff stated the ordinance typically required the placement of 25 -feet of
landscaping around the perimeters of the site.
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 August 24, 2006, Subdivision Committee meeting. The applicant has
revised the site plan to include landscaping along Highway 10, relocated the drive to
the center of the property and indicated the proposed signage on the site plan. The
signage proposed is a ground mounted monument style sign a maximum of ten feet in
height and one hundred square feet in area. The Highway 10 Design Overlay District
allows for a development signage to be as indicated by the applicant's proposal.
Building signage is proposed with a maximum of ten (10) percent of the fagade area
as typically allow in commercial zones. There is an existing pole mounted sign located
near the western property line. Staff recommends this sign be removed with the
construction of the new monument sign.
Landscaping has been indicated along Highway 10. Currently the site does not have
any landscaping in place along the roadway. A portion of the landscaped area drops
below the typically required 40 -foot minimum landscape strip. The eastern portion of
the property indicates the placement of a 33 -foot landscaping strip. Staff is supportive
of the allowance of this reduced landscape strip in this area. As stated, currently there
is no landscaping in place along the roadway. Staff feels the landscaping as proposed
will enhance the site by allowing landscaping along Highway 10 which has previously
been nothing but asphalt.
The existing restaurant building contains 3,200 square feet and was previously
approved a deck addition totaling 1,600 square feet. The structure located on the
eastern portion of the site contains approximately 2,000 square feet and a 600 square
foot deck is proposed. The applicant is requesting C-1, Neighborhood Commercial
uses as allowable uses for the site. A restaurant is an allowable use under this zoning
classification. Based on the minimum parking required for each of the structures being
used as restaurants, 74 parking spaces would typically be required. If the site were to
develop with a C-1, Neighborhood Commercial use other than a restaurant 56 parking
spaces would typically be required. The site plan indicates the placement of
67 parking spaces. Staff is supportive of the parking as shown.
The revised site plan indicates the extension of Stones Road along the eastern
perimeter of the site as requested by staff. The road has been indicated with a
minimum pavement width of 18 -feet for one-half of a commercial street standard.
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The site plan indicates the placement of a dumpster along the southwestern portion of
the site. This location is located adjacent to single-family homes fronting Norton Road.
Staff feels the dumpster should be relocated on the site away from the adjacent
residential homes. In addition the applicant has not placed limits on the proposed
hours of service of the dumpster. Staff feels the dumpster hours should be limited to
7:00 am to 7:00 pm seven days per week.
Staff is supportive of the request. The applicant is proposing a revision to a previously
approved PCD to allow an additional structure to be included within the approved
zoning area. The applicant is not proposing any other modifications to the previously
approved zoning. All previous comments and conditions continue to apply to the
current application request. To staff's knowledge there are no outstanding issues
associated with the request. The site is located in an existing Business Node. Staff
feels the conversion of the existing structure to a commercial use utilizing C-1 uses as
allowable uses should have minimal impact on the area.
AFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends approval of the request subject to compliance with the comments
and conditions as outlined in paragraphs D, E, F and H of the above agenda staff
report.
Staff recommends the dumpster be located within the applicant's site and away from
the adjacent residential uses to the west. Staff also recommends the hours of service
of the dumpster be limited to 7 am to 7 pm daily.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(September 14, 2006)
The applicant was present representing the request. There were registered objectors
present. Staff presented the item with a recommendation of approval.
Mr. Ross Phillips addressed the Commission on the merits of the request. He stated he was
willing to move the dumpster as requested by staff and limit the hours of dumpster service.
He stated all improvements would be completed per the staff recommendation.
Ms. Alicia Finch addressed the Commission stating reservations of support. She stated the
neighborhood was concerned with any change in use in the area. She stated by changing
the use traffic was being added to an already congested area. She stated the
neighborhood's main concern was waste management. She stated the restaurant was
connected to the City's wastewater treatment system but the six mobile homes were not.
She stated with the placement or relocation of six homes on the rear portion of the site the
neighborhood's concern was how the waste would be disposed of. She stated the
neighborhood also had concerns with the domino effect how the rezoning would effect
properties in the area.
Ms. Janus Arog addressed the Commission in opposition of the request. She stated the
Aberdeen Neighborhood was located to the north of the site and any negative impact to the
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Maywood Neighborhood also affected her neighborhood. She stated the concern was the
placement of six manufactured homes on the rear portion of the property was a concern of
both the Maywood and Aberdeen Neighborhoods.
Mr. Phillips stated the house site would be connected to the City's wastewater system if the
City desired. He stated the manufactured homes were located on septic systems and had
been functioning a number of years with the current disposal. He stated the manufactured
homes would continue to use septic systems for wastewater collection and treatment.
The Commission questioned Mr. Phillips as to the improvements being requested by the City
and his willingness and ability to complete the improvements. Mr. Phillips stated he was
aware of the request and felt he could complete the improvements and still make the project
work.
A motion was made to approve the request. The motion carried by a vote of 7 ayes, 2 noes
and 2 absent.
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NAME: LaPalapa Revised Short -form PCD
LOCATION: Located at 6100 Stones Road and 18321 Cantrell Road
DEVELOPER:
Ross Phillips
34 Vista Drive
Little Rock, AR 72210
ENGINEER:
Crafton, Tull and Associates, Inc.
10825 Financial Center Parkway, Suite 300
Little Rock, AR 72211
AREA: 2.0 + acres
CURRENT ZONING:
ALLOWED USES:
PROPOSED ZONING:
PROPOSED USE
NUMBER OF LOTS: 1
PCD and R-2, Single-family
Restaurant and Single-family
PCD
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
Restaurant, Single-family and C-1 uses
VARIANCESNVAIVERS REQUESTED: None requested.
BACKGROUND:
The Little Rock Board of Directors adopted Ordinance No. 19,500 on March 21, 2006,
allowing a revision to the approved PCD for 18321 Cantrell Road by expanding the PCD to
the south to encompass an area containing six manufactured homes. The proposal included
the construction of a deck and parking facility in the expanded area. The deck was attached
to the existing restaurant with only one entrance to the restaurant. The deck was proposed
as wooden construction, following the style of the existing restaurant facility.
Fencing would be placed along the southern perimeter of the parking lot to screen the
adjoining residential property. Included in the request was the relocation of the six
manufactured homes on the rear portion of the site.
FILE NO.: Z -7969-A
A. PROPOSAL:
The applicant is now proposing a revision to the previously approved PCD to allow an
existing residential structure located on the site currently zoned R-2, Single-family to
be included in the previously approved PCD area. The applicant has indicated C-1,
Neighborhood Commercial District uses as allowable uses for the site. There are no
other changes proposed to the previously approved PCD.
The site is located outside the City limits but within the City's Extraterritorial Planning
Jurisdiction. The site is currently connected to the City's wastewater collection and
treatment system.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site contains a restaurant and a single-family structure located adjacent to
Highway 10 with several manufactured homes located on the rear portion of the site.
There is a daycare center located to the west of the site on property zoned PD -O. To
the north and east of the site are several properties zoned PCD which were zoned to
recognize uses which existed when the property was brought within the City's
Extraterritorial Planning Jurisdiction. Other uses in the area include, single-family
homes located on large lots, a church and vacant 0-3, General Office District zoned
property.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
As of this writing, staff has received several informational phone calls from area
residents. All property owners located within 200 -feet of the site, all residents located
within 300 feet of the site, who could be identified, along with the Aberdeen Court
Property Owners Association, the Bayonne Place Property Owners Association, the
Johnson Ranch Neighborhood Association, the Margeaux Property Owners
Association and the Maywood Manor Neighborhood Association were notified of the
Public Hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS:
Public Works:
1. The proposed land use would classify Stones Street on the Master Street Plan
as a commercial street. Dedicate right-of-way to 30 feet from centerline.
2. Cantrell Road 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. With site development, provide the design of street conforming to the Master
Street Plan. Construct one-half street improvements to Cantrell Road and
Stones Road including 5 -foot sidewalks with planned development.
4. A 20 foot radial dedication of right-of-way is required at the intersection of
Cantrell Road and Stones Road.
5. Driveway locations and widths do not meet the traffic access and circulation
requirements of Sections 30-43 and 31-210. The lot must have a single
driveway access in the middle of the property. The width of driveway must not
exceed 36 feet. No access is allowed near the intersection. The parking
configuration will have to be altered due to relocating the driveway. For further
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information, contact Bill Henry, Traffic Engineering, at 379-1816.
6. Obtain permits for improvements within State Highway right-of-way from AHTD,
District VI.
7. Obtain a franchise agreement from Public Works (John Barr, 371-4646) for the
improvements located in the right-of-way including parking and landscaping.
8. Driveway on Stones Road should be exit only.
9. 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.
UTILITIES AND FIRE DEPARTMENT/COUNTY PLANNING:
Wastewater: Sewer available to this property. The property is located outside the City
limits of Little Rock. Approval from the Little Rock Board of Directors is required prior
to connecting to the wastewater system.
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 if
larger and/or additional water meter(s) are required. The Fire Department having
jurisdiction needs to evaluate this site to determine whether additional public and/or
private fire hydrant(s) will be required. If additional fire hydrant(s) are required, they will
be installed at the Developer's expense.
Fire Department: Outside the service boundary. Provide a letter from the area
volunteer fire department indicating their knowledge of the proposed project and their
ability to serve the development.
County Planning: Site redesign approved as submitted.
CATA: The site is located on CATA Bus Route #25, the Highway 10 Express Route.
ISSUES/TECHNICAUDESIGN:
Planning Division: This request is located in the Chenal Planning District. The Land
Use Plan shows Business Node for this property. The applicant has applied for a
Revision to a PCD to allow additional uses.
The request does not require a change to the Land Use Plan.
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Master Street Plan: Cantrell Road is shown as a Principal Arterial on the Master
Street Plan and Stones Road is shown as a Local Street. 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 Cantrell
Road since it is a Principal Arterial. Local Streets which are abutted by non-residential
zoning/use or more intensive zoning than duplexes are considered as "Commercial
Streets". These streets have a design standard the same as a Collector.
Bicycle Plan: A Class II is shown along Cantrell Road at this property. A Class II
bikeway is located on the street as either a five foot shoulder or six foot marked bike
lane. Additional paving and right of way may be required.
City Recognized Neighborhood Action Plan: The property under review is not located
in an area covered by a City of Little Rock recognized neighborhood action plan.
Landscape:
1. Compliance with the City's Landscape and Buffer Ordinances is required.
2. In conjunction with this project, the request for additional parking, and the
elimination of some of the curb cuts; it is recommended the design of this area
encompass the City's minimum landscape and buffer ordinance requirements.
The Highway 10 Design Overlay District requires a forty foot (40') landscaped
area along Highway 10. In doing so, it would tremendously improve the
aesthetics of one of the most scenic highways in the area while also improving
the site and overall circulation of the site would improve.
3. An automatic irrigation system will be required for any new landscaped areas.
4. Berming is encouraged along Scenic Highway 10.
5. Sensitivity to the neighboring homes is also encouraged.
6. The City Beautiful Commission recommends preserving as many existing trees
as feasible on tree covered sites. Credit toward fulfilling Landscape Ordinance
requirements can be given when preserving trees of six (6) inch caliper or
larger.
G. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (August 24, 2006)
The applicant was present representing the request. Staff presented the item
indicating there were a number of outstanding issues associated with the request.
Staff requested the applicant provide details of any proposed signage. Staff also
requested the applicant provide a note concerning the required dumpster screening.
Public Works comments were discussed. Staff stated the two existing drives should
be eliminated and one drive centered on the property frontage should be constructed.
Staff also stated half street improvements should be constructed to Stones Road per
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the Master Street Plan. Staff stated a 20 foot radial dedication would be required at
the intersection of Stones Road and Cantrell Road.
Landscaping comments were addressed. Staff stated the Highway 10 Design Overlay
typically required a 40 -foot landscape strip along the highway frontage. Staff
requested the applicant provide additional landscaping to meet the typical minimum
ordinance standard. Staff also stated landscaping would be required along Stones
Road. Staff stated the ordinance typically required the placement of 25 -feet of
landscaping around the perimeters of the site.
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 August 24, 2006, Subdivision Committee meeting. The applicant has
revised the site plan to include landscaping along Highway 10, relocated the drive to
the center of the property and indicated the proposed signage on the site plan. The
signage proposed is a ground mounted monument style sign a maximum of ten feet in
height and one hundred square feet in area. The Highway 10 Design Overlay District
allows for a development signage to be as indicated by the applicant's proposal.
Building signage is proposed with a maximum of ten (10) percent of the fagade area
as typically allow in commercial zones. There is an existing pole mounted sign located
near the western property line. Staff recommends this sign be removed with the
construction of the new monument sign.
Landscaping has been indicated along Highway 10. Currently the site does not have
any landscaping in place along the roadway. A portion of the landscaped area drops
below the typically required 40 -foot minimum landscape strip. The eastern portion of
the property indicates the placement of a 33 -foot landscaping strip. Staff is supportive
of the allowance of this reduced landscape strip in this area. As stated, currently there
is no landscaping in place along the roadway. Staff feels the landscaping as proposed
will enhance the site by allowing landscaping along Highway 10 which has previously
been nothing but asphalt.
The existing restaurant building contains 3,200 square feet and was previously
approved a deck addition totaling 1,600 square feet. The structure located on the
eastern portion of the site contains approximately 2,000 square feet and a 600 square
foot deck is proposed. The applicant is requesting C-1, Neighborhood Commercial
uses as allowable uses for the site. A restaurant is an allowable use under this zoning
classification. Based on the minimum parking required for each of the structures being
used as restaurants, 74 parking spaces would typically be required. If the site were to
develop with a C-1, Neighborhood Commercial use other than a restaurant 56 parking
spaces would typically be required. The site plan indicates the placement of
67 parking spaces. Staff is supportive of the parking as shown.
The revised site plan indicates the extension of Stones Road along the eastern
perimeter of the site as requested by staff. The road has been indicated with a
minimum pavement width of 18 -feet for one-half of a commercial street standard.
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The site plan indicates the placement of a dumpster along the southwestern portion of
the site. This location is located adjacent to single-family homes fronting Norton Road.
Staff feels the dumpster should be relocated on the site away from the adjacent
residential homes. In addition the applicant has not placed limits on the proposed
hours of service of the dumpster. Staff feels the dumpster hours should be limited to
7:00 am to 7:00 pm seven days per week.
Staff is supportive of the request. The applicant is proposing a revision to a previously
approved PCD to allow an additional structure to be included within the approved
zoning area. The applicant is not proposing any other modifications to the previously
approved zoning. All previous comments and conditions continue to apply to the
current application request. To staff's knowledge there are no outstanding issues
associated with the request. The site is located in an existing Business Node. Staff
feels the conversion of the existing structure to a commercial use utilizing C-1 uses as
allowable uses should have minimal impact on the area.
I. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends approval of the request subject to compliance with the comments
and conditions as outlined in paragraphs D, E, F and H of the above agenda staff
report.
Staff recommends the dumpster be located within the applicant's site and away from
the adjacent residential uses to the west. Staff also recommends the hours of service
of the dumpster be limited to 7 am to 7 pm daily.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(September 14, 2006)
The applicant was present representing the request. There were registered objectors
present. Staff presented the item with a recommendation of approval.
Mr. Ross Phillips addressed the Commission on the merits of the request. He stated he was
willing to move the dumpster as requested by staff and limit the hours of dumpster service.
He stated all improvements would be completed per the staff recommendation.
Ms. Alicia Finch addressed the Commission stating reservations of support. She stated the
neighborhood was concerned with any change in use in the area. She stated by changing
the use traffic was being added to an already congested area. She stated the
neighborhood's main concern was waste management. She stated the restaurant was
connected to the City's wastewater treatment system but the six mobile homes were not.
She stated with the placement or relocation of six homes on the rear portion of the site the
neighborhood's concern was how the waste would be disposed of. She stated the
neighborhood also had concerns with the domino effect how the rezoning would effect
properties in the area.
Ms. Janus Arog addressed the Commission in opposition of the request. She stated the
Aberdeen Neighborhood was located to the north of the site and any negative impact to the
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Maywood Neighborhood also affected her neighborhood. She stated the concern was the
placement of six manufactured homes on the rear portion of the property was a concern of
both the Maywood and Aberdeen Neighborhoods.
Mr. Phillips stated the house site would be connected to the City's wastewater system if the
City desired. He stated the manufactured homes were located on septic systems and had
been functioning a number of years with the current disposal. He stated the manufactured
homes would continue to use septic systems for wastewater collection and treatment.
The Commission questioned Mr. Phillips as to the improvements being requested by the City
and his willingness and ability to complete the improvements. Mr. Phillips stated he was
aware of the request and felt he could complete the improvements and still make the project
work.
A motion was made to approve the request. The motion carried by a vote of 7 ayes, 2 noes
and 2 absent.
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