HomeMy WebLinkAboutZ-8100-B Staff AnalysisFILE NO.: Z -8100-B
NAME: Purvis Industries Revised Long -form PID
LOCATION: Located at 8911 1-30
DEVELOPER:
Purvis Industries, Ltd.
P.O. Box 540767
Dallas, TX 75354-0757
SURVEYOR:
Global Surveying Consultants, Inc.
217 West 2nd Street, Suite 200
Little Rock, AR 72201
AREA: 10.8 acres
CURRENT ZONING:
ALLOWED USES:
PROPOSED ZONING:
NUMBER OF LOTS: 5
B
1-2, Light Industrial Uses
M
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
PROPOSED USE: 1-2, Light Industrial Uses — Create five (5) additional lots
VARIANCESMAIVERS REQUESTED: None requested.
BACKGROUND:
The Commission was to hear a request to rezone the site from R-2, Single-family to
C-4, Open Display District at their September 28, 2006, public hearing. The applicant
submitted a request for withdrawal of the item prior to the public hearing.
Ordinance No. 19,797 adopted by the Little Rock Board of Directors on August 6, 2007,
rezoned the site from R-2, Single-family to PID to allow Purvis Industries to construct a
15,000 square foot wholesale bearing and power transmission outlet. The hours of
operation were Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm with minimal individual after hours
and night service calls.
FILE NO.: Z-81 00-B (Cont.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
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The current request is to allow a revision to the PID to allow five (5) lots to be
created from this 10.8 acre site. There is currently an industrial use located on
proposed Lot 1. The lots are proposed with 1-2, Light Industrial uses as allowable
uses for the lots. At this time there are no development plans for the newly
created lots. The applicant has indicated once a development is secured a
revision to the PID will be sought to review the building placement, parking areas
and other items related to the site layout.
Since the property is not currently located within a platted subdivision there is not
a bill of assurance for this site. The bill of assurance for the new subdivision will
permit the development standards as proposed.
EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The new building has been constructed on the western portion of the property
with the remainder of the site remaining tree covered. There is a large drainage
ditch running along the southern property line. To the east of the site is an
apartment development and to the north and west of the site is the 1-30 Frontage
Road. South University Avenue is located further west across a Union Pacific
main railroad line. To the south of the site across Cloverdale Ditch are a single-
family subdivision and a City Park.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
As of this writing, staff has received several informational phone calls from area
residents. All owners of property located within 200 -feet of the site, all residents,
who could be identified located within 300 -feet of the site, the Cloverdale
Neighborhood Association and Southwest Little Rock United for Progress were
notified of the Public Hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS:
PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS:
1. Review the FIRM to confirm no floodplain or floodway is located on this
property. The floodway is a horizontal distance and not a vertical elevation.
2. If floodplain or floodway is shown on the property, provide the finished floor
elevation of one (1) foot above the base flood elevation for each lot.
3. Development including fill is not allowed in the floodway if it exists on the
property.
4. Obtain permits for development improvements within State Highway right-of-
way from AHTD, District VI.
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FILE NO.: Z -8100-B (Cont.)
E. UTILITIES AND FIRE DEPARTMENT/COUNTY PLANNING -
Wastewater: Sewer available to this project.
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. A water main extension will
be needed to provide water service to this property. The Little Rock Fire
Department 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. Please submit plans
for water facilities and/or fire protection system to Central Arkansas Water for
review. Plan revisions may be required ,after additional review. Contact Central
Arkansas Water regarding procedures for installation of water facilities and/or fire
service. Approval of plans by the Arkansas Department of Health Engineering
Division and Little Rock Fire Department is required. Contact Central Arkansas
Water regarding the size and location of the water meter. A Capital Investment
Charge based on the size of meter connection(s) will apply to this project in
addition to normal charges. This fee will apply to all connections including
metered connections off the private fire system. Due to the nature of this facility,
installation of an approved reduced pressure zone backflow preventer assembly
(RPZ) is required on the domestic water service. This assembly must be installed
prior to the first point of use. Central Arkansas Water (CAW) requires that upon
installation of the RPZA, successful tests of the assembly must be completed by
a Certified Assembly Tester licensed by the State of Arkansas and approved by
CAW. The test results must be sent to CAW's Cross Connection Section within
ten days of installation and annually thereafter. Contact the Cross Connection
Section at 377-1226 if you would like to discuss backflow prevention
requirements for this project.
Fire Department: Fire hydrants may be required. Contact the Little Rock Fire
Department for additional information.
County Planning: No comment.
CATA: The site is not located on a dedicated CATA Bus Route.
Parks and Recreation: No comment received.
F. ISSUES/TECHNICAL/DESIGN-
Planning Division: This request is located in the Geyer Springs West Planning
District. The Land Use Plan shows Light Industrial for this property. The
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FILE NO.: Z -8100-B (Cont.
applicant has applied for a rezoning to revise a previously approved PID to allow
five lots to be used for 1-2 Light Industrial uses. Each Planned Zoning District is
to be reviewed on its own merits with consideration of the Land Use Plan for the
site and surrounding areas.
The applicant's property lies in the area covered by the Cloverdale Watson
Neighborhood Action Plan. The land use and zoning goal states: "Support Land
Use and Zoning changes that will improve the community with minimum negative
impacts." And "Protest any plans for new businesses located in the center of
residential areas."
Master Street Plan: South University Avenue is shown as Principal Arterial. This
street 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 South University Avenue since it is a Principal Arterial.
Bicycle Plan: A Class I route is shown just east of Interstate 30. It is a proposed
route, and it would be built separate from the road. Additional paving and right of
way may be required.
Landscape:
1. Site plan must comply with the City's landscape and buffer ordinance
requirements.
2. As the individual sites are developed it will be necessary to provide a
landscape plan, stamped with the seal of a registered landscape architect at
the time of development.
3. An automatic irrigation system will be required to water landscape areas at
the time of development.
4. The City Beautiful Commission recommends preserving as many on-site
trees as feasible. Credit for saving trees six (6) inch in caliper and larger may
be given.
G. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (July 22, 2010)
Mr. Paxton Singleton was present representing the request. Staff presented an
overview of the request stating there were few outstanding technical issues in
need of addressing related to the proposed site plan. Staff noted the request
was to allow the creation of additional lots and as the lots were developed a
revised PID would be reviewed by the Commission which would then include
building placement, parking layout and landscaping.
Public Works comments were addressed. Staff requested the applicant review
the FIRM to verify there was no floodplain or floodway located on the property
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proposed for development. Staff stated the floodway was a horizontal distance
and not a vertical distance. Staff stated the finished floor elevation would be
required at a minimum of one (1) foot above the base flood elevation for each of
the lots.
Staff stated at the time of development a registered landscape plan would be
required. Staff also stated at the time of development irrigation to water
landscape areas would be required. Staff stated the City Beautiful Commission
encouraged the preservation of on-site streets where feasible.
Staff noted comments from the other reporting departments and agencies
suggesting the applicant contact them individually for additional clarification.
There was no further discussion of the item. The Committee then forwarded the
item to the full Commission for final action.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant submitted a revised site plan to staff addressing the issues raised
at the July 22, 2010, Subdivision Committee meeting. Mr. Singleton has
reviewed the FIRM and verified there is no floodplain or floodway located on the
property proposed for development. A note on the site plan indicates all floor
elevations will be placed at one foot above the base elevation at the time of
construction.
The revision to the PID is to allow five (5) lots to be created from this 10.8 acre
site. The lots are proposed ranging in size from 1.345 acres to 3.064 acres. The
plan indicates a 70 -foot platted building line along the access road and a platted
30 foot building setback along the rear property line. The plat also indicates the
placement of a 23 -foot landscape buffer along the southern property line.
The request is to allow 1-2, Light Industrial District uses as allowable uses for the
future development of the lots. There is currently an industrial use located on
proposed Lot 1. At this time there are no development plans for the newly
created lots. The applicant has indicated once a development is secured a
revision to the PID will be sought to review the building placement, parking areas
and other items related to the site layout.
To staffs knowledge there are no outstanding issues associated with the
request. Staff is supportive of the request to allow the revision to the PID to allow
the creation of the additional lots as proposed. At the time of development the
site plan will be reviewed to ensure compliance with the various development
standards including the City's landscape ordinance.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the request subject to compliance with the
comments and conditions as outlined in paragraphs D, E and F of the agenda
staff report.
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FILE NO.: Z -8100-B Cont.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (AUGUST 12, 2010)
The applicant was present. There was one registered objectors present. Staff
presented the item with a recommendation of approval of the request subject to
compliance with the comments and conditions as outlined in paragraphs D, E and F of
the agenda staff report.
Mr. Paxton Singleton addressed the Commission on the merits of the request. He
stated the site was previously approved as a PID with -two lots and the allowance of 1-2
uses as allowable uses. He stated the request was to allow the creation of five (5) lots.
He stated the uses would remain as 1-2 uses but at the time of development the site
plan would be brought back to the Commission for review of building placement, land
use buffers, landscaping and parking layouts. He stated the site plan indicated a
minimum land use buffer along the southern perimeter of 23 -feet. He stated this was
put in place to protect the neighborhood.
Ms. Francis Blair addressed the Commission in opposition of the request. She stated
her home was located at 6612 Azalea Drive. She stated the development was in her
back door. She stated her concerns were with the removal the trees the noise and
pollution from the interstate would impact her property potentially devaluing her home.
She stated with the removal of the trees this would eliminate any existing buffers.
There was a general discussion by the Commission with Mr. Singleton as to the
development and the buffers proposed. Mr. Singleton stated the existing drainage ditch
was 40 to 50 feet wide and the development was proposing a minimum buffer of
23 -feet. Staff stated at the time of development a land use buffer equal to six (6)
percent of the depth of the lot would be required. Staff stated along the eastern
perimeter this equated to 33 -feet. Mr. Singleton stated at the time of development the
Commission and the residents could review the request and determine the appropriate
buffering necessary to protect the neighborhood.
The Commission stated to Ms. Blair at the time of development she would have the
opportunity to come back and voice her concerns or support of the development as
proposed.
There was no further discussion of the item. The chair entertained a motion for
approval of the item as presented by staff. The motion carried by a vote of 6 ayes,
0 noes, 4 absent and 1 open position.
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August 12, 2010
ITEM NO.: 9
NAME: Purvis Industries Revised Long -form PID
LOCATION: Located at 8911 1-30
DEVELOPER:
Purvis Industries, Ltd.
P.O. Box 540767
Dallas, TX 75354-0757
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Global Surveying Consultants, Inc.
217 West 2nd Street, Suite 200
Little Rock, AR 72201
AREA: 10.8 acres
CURRENT ZONING:
ALLOWED USES:
PROPOSED ZONING
NUMBER OF LOTS: 5
1-2, Light Industrial Uses
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FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
PROPOSED USE. 1-2, Light Industrial Uses — Create five (5) additional lots
VARIANCESNVAIVERS REQUESTED: None requested.
BACKGROUND:
The Commission was to hear a request to rezone the site from R-2, Single-family to
C-4, Open Display District at their September 28, 2006, public hearing. The applicant
submitted a request for withdrawal of the item prior to the public hearing.
Ordinance No. 19,797 adopted by the Little Rock Board of Directors on August 6, 2007,
rezoned the site from R-2, Single-family to PID to allow Purvis Industries to construct a
15,000 square foot wholesale bearing and power transmission outlet. The hours of
operation were Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm with minimal individual after hours
and night service calls.
August 12, 2010
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 9 (Con
A. PRO POSALIREQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
FILE NO.: Z-81 00-B
The current request is to allow a revision to the PID to allow five (5) lots to be
created from this 10.8 acre site. There is currently an industrial use located on
proposed Lot 1. The lots are proposed with 1-2, Light Industrial uses as allowable
uses for the lots. At this time there are no development plans for the newly
created lots. The applicant has indicated once a development is secured a
revision to the PID will be sought to review the building placement, parking areas
and other items related to the site layout.
Since the property is not currently located within a platted subdivision there is not
a bill of assurance for this site. The bill of assurance for the new subdivision will
permit the development standards as proposed.
EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The new building has been constructed on the western portion of the property
with the remainder of the site remaining tree covered. There is a large drainage
ditch running along the southern property line. To the east of the site is an
apartment development and to the north and west of the site is the 1-30 Frontage
Road. South University Avenue is located further west across a Union Pacific
main railroad line. To the south of the site across Cloverdale Ditch are a single-
family subdivision and a City Park.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
As of this writing, staff has received several informational phone calls from area
residents. All owners of property located within 200 -feet of the site, all residents,
who could be identified located within 300 -feet of the site, the Cloverdale
Neighborhood Association and Southwest Little Rock United for Progress were
notified of the Public Hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS:
PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS:
1. Review the FIRM to confirm no floodplain or floodway is located on this
property. The floodway is a horizontal distance and not a vertical elevation.
2. If floodplain or floodway is shown on the property, provide the finished floor
elevation of one (1) foot above the base flood elevation for each lot.
3. Development including fill is not allowed in the floodway if it exists on the
property.
August 12, 2010
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FILE NO.: Z -8100-B
4. Obtain permits for development improvements within State Highway right-of-
way from AHTD, District VI.
E. UTILITIES AND FIRE DEPARTMENT/COUNTY PLANNING:
Wastewater: Sewer available to this project.
Entergy: No comment received.
Center -Point Ener : 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. A water main extension will
be needed to provide water service to this property. The Little Rock Fire
Department 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. Please submit plans
for water facilities and/or fire protection system to Central Arkansas Water for
review. Plan revisions may be required after additional review. Contact Central
Arkansas Water regarding procedures for installation of water facilities and/or fire
service. Approval of plans by the Arkansas Department of Health Engineering
Division and Little Rock Fire Department is required. Contact Central Arkansas
Water regarding the size and location of the water meter. A Capital Investment
Charge based on the size of meter connection(s) will apply to this project in
addition to normal charges. This fee will apply to all connections including
metered connections off the private fire system. Due to the nature of this facility,
installation of an approved reduced pressure zone backflow preventer assembly
(RPZ) is required on the domestic water service. This assembly must be installed
prior to the first point of use. Central Arkansas Water (CAW) requires that upon
installation of the RPZA, successful tests of the assembly must be completed by
a Certified Assembly Tester licensed by the State of Arkansas and approved by
CAW. The test results must be sent to CAW's Cross Connection Section within
ten days of installation and annually thereafter. Contact the Cross Connection
Section at 377-1226 if you would like to discuss backflow prevention
requirements for this project.
Fire Department: Fire hydrants may be required. Contact the Little Rock Fire
Department for additional information.
County Planning: No comment.
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August 12, 2010
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 9 (Cont.
FILE NO.: Z-81 00-B
CATA: The site is not located on a dedicated CATA Bus Route.
Parks and Recreation: No comment received.
F. iSSUESITECHNICALIDESIGN:
Planning Division: This request is located in the Geyer Springs West Planning
District. The Land Use Plan shows Light Industrial for this property. The
applicant has applied for a rezoning to revise a previously approved PID to allow
five lots to be used for 1-2 Light Industrial uses. Each Planned Zoning District is
to be reviewed on its own merits with consideration of the Land Use Plan for the
site and surrounding areas.
The applicant's property lies in the area covered by the Cloverdale Watson
Neighborhood Action Plan. The land use and zoning goal states: "Support Land
Use and Zoning changes that will improve the community with minimum negative
impacts." And "Protest any plans for new businesses located in the center of
residential areas."
Master Street Plan: South University Avenue is shown as Principal Arterial. This
street 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 South University Avenue since it is a Principal Arterial.
Bicycle Plan: A Class I route is shown just east of Interstate 30. It is a proposed
route, and it would be built separate from the road. Additional paving and right of
way may be required.
Landscape:
1. Site plan must comply with the City's landscape and buffer ordinance
requirements.
2. As the individual sites are developed it will be necessary to provide a
landscape plan, stamped with the seal of a registered landscape architect at
the time of development.
3. An automatic irrigation system will be required to water landscape areas at
the time of development.
4. The City Beautiful Commission recommends preserving as many on-site
trees as feasible. Credit for saving trees six (6) inch in caliper and larger may
be given.
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August 12, 2010
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 9(Cont.)FILE NO.: Z-81 00-B
G. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (July 22, 2010)
Mr. Paxton Singleton was present representing the request. Staff presented an
overview of the request stating there were few outstanding technical issues in
need of addressing related to the proposed site plan. Staff noted the request
was to allow the creation of additional lots and as the lots were developed a
revised PID would be reviewed by the Commission which would then include
building placement, parking layout and landscaping.
Public Works comments were addressed. Staff requested the applicant review
the FIRM to verify there was no floodplain or floodway located on the property
proposed for development. Staff stated the floodway was a horizontal distance
and not a vertical distance. Staff stated the finished floor elevation would be
required at a minimum of one (1) foot above the base flood elevation for each of
the lots.
Staff stated at the time of development a registered landscape plan would be
required. Staff also stated at the time of development irrigation to water
landscape areas would be required. Staff stated the City Beautiful Commission
encouraged the preservation of on-site streets where feasible.
Staff noted comments from the other reporting departments and agencies
suggesting the applicant contact them individually for additional clarification.
There was no further discussion of the item. The Committee then forwarded the
item to the full Commission for final action.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant submitted a revised site plan to staff addressing the issues raised
at the July 22, 2010, Subdivision Committee meeting. Mr. Singleton has
reviewed the FIRM and verified there is no floodplain or floodway located on the
property proposed for development. A note on the site plan indicates all floor
elevations will be placed at one foot above the base elevation at the time of
construction.
The revision to the PID is to allow five (5) lots to be created from this 10.8 acre
site. The lots are proposed ranging in size from 1.345 acres to 3.064 acres. The
plan indicates a 70 -foot platted building line along the access road and a platted
30 foot building setback along the rear property line. The plat also indicates the
placement of a 23 -foot landscape buffer along the southern property line.
The request is to allow 1-2, Light Industrial District uses as allowable uses for the
future development of the lots. There is currently an industrial use located on
proposed Lot 1. At this time there are no development plans for the newly
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ITEM NO.: 9 Cont. FILE NO.: Z -8100-B
created lots. The applicant has indicated once a development is secured a
revision to the PID will be sought to review the building placement, parking areas
and other items related to the site layout.
To staff's knowledge there are no outstanding issues associated with the
request. Staff is supportive of the request to allow the revision to the PID to allow
the creation of the additional lots as proposed. At the time of development the
site plan will be reviewed to ensure compliance with the various development
standards including the City's landscape ordinance.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the request subject to compliance with the
comments and conditions as outlined in paragraphs D, E and F of the agenda
staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (AUGUST 12, 2010)
The applicant was present. There was one registered objectors present. Staff
presented the item with a recommendation of approval of the request subject to
compliance with the comments and conditions as outlined in paragraphs D, E and F of
the agenda staff report.
Mr. Paxton Singleton addressed the Commission on the merits of the request. He
stated the site was previously approved as a PID with two lots and the allowance of 1-2
uses as allowable uses. He stated the request was to allow the creation of five (5) lots.
He stated the uses would remain as 1-2 uses but at the time of development the site
plan would be brought back to the Commission for review of building placement, land
use buffers, landscaping and parking layouts. He stated the site plan indicated a
minimum land use buffer along the southern perimeter of 23 -feet. He stated this was
put in place to protect the neighborhood.
Ms. Francis Blair addressed the Commission in opposition of the request. She stated
her home was located at 6612 Azalea Drive. She stated the development was in her
back door. She stated her concerns were with the removal the trees the noise and
pollution from the interstate would impact her property potentially devaluing her home.
She stated with the removal of the trees this would eliminate any existing buffers.
There was a general discussion by the Commission with Mr. Singleton as to the
development and the buffers proposed. Mr. Singleton stated the existing drainage ditch
was 40 to 50 feet wide and the development was proposing a minimum buffer of
23 -feet. Staff stated at the time of development a land use buffer equal to six (6)
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ITEM NO.: 9 (Cont.
FILE NO.: Z-810
percent of the depth of the lot would be required. Staff stated along the eastern
perimeter this equated to 33 -feet. Mr. Singleton stated at the time of development the
Commission and the residents could review the request and determine the appropriate
buffering necessary to protect the neighborhood.
The Commission stated to Ms. Blair at the time of development she would have the
opportunity to come back and voice her concerns or support of the development as
proposed.
There was no further discussion of the item. The chair entertained a motion for
approval of the item as presented by staff. The motion carried by a vote of 7 ayes,
0 noes, 3 absent and 1 open position.
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ITEM NO.: 9. Z-81 00-A
NAME: Purvis Industries Revised Long -form PID
LOCATION: located at 8911 1-30
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 July 28, 2010. The Office of
Planning and Development must receive the proof of notice no later than August 6,
2010. (Submitted at the Subdivision review meeting on July 22, 2010.)
2. At the time of development of the individual lots a revised site plan to include
building footprint, parking layout and areas proposed for landscaping will be
required. (Will Comply)
3. Will the lots be final platted in one phase or will the lots be final platted in multiple
phases as the market demands? (The lots will be final platted in one phase.)
Variance/Waivers: None requested.
ublic Works Conditions:
1. Review the FIRM to confirm no floodplain or floodway is located on this property.
The floodway is a horizontal distance and not a vertical elevation. (Will Comply)
2. If floodplain or floodway is shown on the property, provide the finished floor elevation
of one (1) foot above the base flood elevation for each lot. (As shown on revised
plat.)
3. Development including fill is not allowed in the floodway if it exists on the property.
(Will Comply)
4. Obtain permits for development improvements within State Highway right-of-way
from AHTD, District VI. (Will Comply)
Utilities and Fire Department/County Planning:
Wastewater: Sewer available to this project.
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. A water main extension will be needed to
provide water service to this property. The Little Rock Fire Department needs to
Item # 9.
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. Please submit plans for water facilities and/or fire protection
system to Central Arkansas Water for review. Plan revisions may be required after
additional review. Contact Central Arkansas Water regarding procedures for installation
of water facilities and/or fire service. Approval of plans by the Arkansas Department of
Health Engineering Division and Little Rock Fire Department is required. Contact
Central Arkansas Water regarding the size and location of the water meter. A Capital
Investment Charge based on the size of meter connection(s) will apply to this project in
addition to normal charges. This fee will apply to all connections including metered
connections off the private fire system. Due to the nature of this facility, installation of
an approved reduced pressure zone backflow preventer assembly (RPZ) is required on
the domestic water service. This assembly must be installed prior to the first point of
use. Central Arkansas Water (CAW) requires that upon installation of the RPZA,
successful tests of the assembly must be completed by a Certified Assembly Tester
licensed by the State of Arkansas and approved by CAW. The test results must be sent
to CAW's Cross Connection Section within ten days of installation and annually
thereafter. Contact the Cross Connection Section at 377-1226 if you would like to
discuss backflow prevention requirements for this project. (Will Comply)
Fire Department: Fire hydrants may be required. Contact the Little Rock Fire
Department for additional information. (Will Comply)
County Planning: No comment.
CATA: The site is not located on a dedicated CATA Bus Route.
Parks and Recreation: No comment received.
Planning Division: This request is located in the Geyer Springs West Planning District.
The Land Use Plan shows Light Industrial for this property. The applicant has applied
for a rezoning to revise a previously approved PID to allow five lots to be used for 1-2
Light Industrial uses. Each Planned Zoning District is to be reviewed on its own merits
with consideration of the Land Use Plan for the site and surrounding areas.
The applicant's property lies in the area covered by the Cloverdale Watson
Neighborhood Action Plan. The land use and zoning goal states: "Support Land Use
and Zoning changes that will improve the community with minimum negative impacts."
And "Protest any plans for new businesses located in the center of residential areas."
Master Street Pian: South University Avenue is shown as Principal Arterial. This street
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 South University
Avenue since it is a Principal Arterial. (Will Comply)
Item # 9.
Bicycle Plan: A Class I route is shown just east of Interstate 30. It is a proposed route,
and it would be built separate from the road. Additional paving and right of way may be
required. (Will Comply)
Landscape:
1. Site plan must comply with the City's landscape and buffer ordinance requirements.
(Will Comply)
2. As the individual sites are developed it will be necessary to provide a landscape
plan, stamped with the seal of a registered landscape architect at the time of
development. (Will Comply)
3. An automatic irrigation system will be required to water landscape areas at the time
of development. (Will Comply)
4. The City Beautiful Commission recommends preserving as many on-site trees as
feasible. Credit for saving trees six (6) inch in caliper and larger may be given.
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, July 28, 2010.
Item # 9.