HomeMy WebLinkAboutZ-8286-B Staff AnalysisITEM NO.: 6. Z-8286-B
NAME: 13500 Vimy Ridge Road Short -form PCD
LOCATION: located in the 13500 Block of Vimy Ridge Road
Planning Staff Comments-
1 . Provide notification of the property owners located within 200-feet of the site, including the
certified abstract list, notice form with affidavit executed and proof of mailing. The notice
must be mailed no later than September 5, 2018. The Office of Planning and
Development must receive the proof of notice no later than September 14, 2018.
2. Provide the maximum building height in the general notes section of the site plan.
3. Provide the days and hours of operation for the development. Will the units have 24-hour
access?
4. Provide the proposed signage plan. Indicate the location, the total height and the total
sign area proposed for the development.
5. Indicate the location of any proposed building signage.
6. Provide details of any proposed fencing. Indicate the location of the proposed fencing
and details of the fencing construction materials.
7. The dumpster is located within the front building setback.
8. The plan as presented does not allow for parking for the 33,450 square foot climate
controlled building.
9. All site lighting must be low-level and directional, aimed downward and into the site.
10. Provide a development schedule indicating the approximately date when construction of
the planned unit development or stages of the planned unit development can be expected
to begin and be completed. Is the development proposed in a single phase or multiple
phases?
11. Provide the proposed building materials.
12. Provide the proposed screening mechanism for the property to the east and north
perimeters due to the property being zoned R-2, Single-family.
13. Identify the materials/equipment to be stored within the outdoor storage area. Will this are
be boats, RV's and/or will the area be used to store contractor's equipment? How will the
area be screened?
Variance/Waivers: None requested.
Engineering Comments:
Public Works Conditions:
1. Vimy Ridge Road is classified on the Master Street Plan as a minor arterial. A dedication
of right-of-way 45-feet from centerline will be required.
2. With site development, provide the design of the street conforming to the Master Street
Plan. Construct one-half street improvement to Vimy Ridge Road including 5-foot
sidewalks with the planned development. The new back of curb should be placed 29.5-
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feet from the existing centerline. Per Section 30-281, on arterial streets the adjacent
developer is responsible for constructing the initial 15-feet of the span length of the box
culvert for the widened street section. The existing curb to the south should be relocated
to tie into the proposed curb adjacent to the subject property.
3. All driveways shall be concrete aprons per City Ordinance.
4. A grading permit in accordance with Section 29-186 (c) and (d) will be required prior to
any land clearing or grading activities at the site. Other than residential subdivisions, site
grading and drainage plans must be submitted and approved prior to the start of
construction. Is construction of the development proposed to be phased? If so, is a
variance being requested to advance grade future phases with construction of Phase 1?
5. Provide a Sketch Grading and Drainage Plan per Section 29-186 (e).
6. Stormwater detention ordinance applies to this property. Show the proposed location for
stormwater detention facilities on the plan. Maintenance of the detention pond and all
private drainage improvements is the responsibility of the developer and/or property
owner.
7. Access to detention ponds must be provided to the public right-of-way and/or access
easement for future maintenance by the developer and/or local property owners'
association.
8. If disturbed area is one (1) or more acres, obtain a NPDES stormwater permit from the
Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality prior to the start of construction.
9. Street improvement plans shall include signage and striping. Public Works must approve
completed plans prior to construction.
10.Streetlights are required by Section 31-403 of the Little Rock code. Provide plans for
approval to Traffic Engineering. Streetlights must be installed prior to platting/certificate of
occupancy. Contact Greg Simmons, Traffic Engineering, gsimmons@littlerock.gov or
501.379.1813 for more information.
11.Obtain permits prior to doing any street cuts or curb cuts. Obtain barricade permit prior to
doing any work in the right-of-way. Contact Traffic Engineering, Travis Herbner,
therbner@littlerock.gov or 501.379.1805 for more information.
12. Hauling of fill material on or off site over municipal streets and roads requires approval
prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works Traffic Engineering at 621
Broadway Street, Travis Herbner, therbner@littlerock.gov or 501.379.1805 for more
information.
13. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operation of
construction related equipment from a nearby construction site shall be repaired by the
responsible party prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
14.A minimum undisturbed strip 25-foot wide except for reasonable access shall be provided
along each side of streams having a 10-year storm >150 cfs. The undisturbed strip
should be measured from the top of the bank. Provide the estimated stream flow.
15.Alteration of the water course will require approval from the Little Rock District of the US
Army Corps of Engineers prior to start of work.
Utilities/Fire Department/Parks/County Planning:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: Sewer available to this site.
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Entergy: Entergy does not object to this proposal. There do not appear to be any conflicts
with existing electrical utilities at this location. Service is already provided to the existing
building on the property from the south side. Contact Entergy in advance to discuss electrical
service requirements or adjustments to existing facilities.
Centerpoint Energy: No comment received.
AT & T: No comment received.
Central Arkansas Water:
1. All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water service
must be met.
2. 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.
3. 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 the
Little Rock Fire Department is required.
4. 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.
5. If there are facilities that need to be adjusted and/or relocated, contact Central Arkansas
Water. That work would be done at the expense of the developer.
6. Contact Central Arkansas Water if additional fire protection or metered water service is
required.
7. Due to the nature of this facility, installation of an approved reduced pressure zone
backflow preventer assembly (RPZA) is required on the domestic water service. This
assembly must be installed prior to the first point of use. Central Arkansas Water 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 Central
Arkansas Water. The test results must be sent to Central Arkansas Water's Cross
Connection Section within ten days of installation and annually thereafter. Contact the
Cross Connection Section at 501.377.1226 if you would like to discuss backflow
prevention requirements for this project.
8. The facilities on -site will be private. When meters are planned off private lines, private
facilities shall be installed to Central Arkansas Water's material and construction
specifications and installation will be inspected by an engineer, licensed to practice in the
State of Arkansas. Execution of a customer owned line agreement is required.
9. Fire sprinkler systems which do not contain additives such as antifreeze shall be isolated
with a double detector check valve assembly. If additives are used, a reduced pressure.
10. This development will have minor impact on the existing water distribution system.
Proposed water facilities will be sized to provide adequate pressure and fire protection.
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ITEM NO.: 6. Z-8286-B
Fire Department:
1, Full Plan Review — Maintain Access
2. Fire Hydrants. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per
Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access
road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access road,
the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders.
3. Grade. Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas
Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads shall not
exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief.
4. Loading. Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2012
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading. Facilities,
buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be accessible to fire
department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus access road with an asphalt,
concrete or other approved driving surface capable of supporting the imposed load of fire
apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds.
5. Commercial and Industrial Developments — 2 means of access. - Maintain fire apparatus
access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1
a. Section D104.1 Buildings exceeding three stories or 30 feet in height. Building
or facilities exceeding 30 feet or three stories in height shall have at least two
means of fire apparatus access for each structure.
b. Section D104.2 Building exceeding 62,000 square feet in area. Buildings or
facilities having a gross building area of more than 62,000 square feet shall be
provide with two separate and approved fire apparatus access roads.
c. Exception: Projects having a gross building area of up to 124,000 square feet
that have a single approved fire apparatus access road when all building are
equipped throughout with approved automatic sprinkler systems.
d. D104.3 Remoteness. Where two fire apparatus access roads are required, they
shall be placed a distance apart equal to not less than one half of the length of
the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the lot or area to be served,
measured in a straight line between accesses.
6. 30' Tall Buildings - Maintain aerial fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the
2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D105.1 — D105.4
a. D105.1 Where Required. Where the vertical distance between the grade plane
and the highest roof surface exceed 30', approved aerial fire apparatus access
roads shall be provided. For the purposes of this section the highest roof
surfaces shall be determined by measurement to the eave of a pitched roof, the
intersection of a roof to the exterior wall, or the top of the parapet walls,
whichever is greater.
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b. D105.2 Width. Aerial fire apparatus access roads shall have a minimum
unobstructed with of 26', exclusive of shoulders, in the immediate vicinity of the
building or portion thereof.
c. D105.3 Proximity to building. At least one of the required access routes meeting
this condition shall be located within a minimum of 15 feet and a maximum of
30 feet from the building, and shall be positioned parallel to one entire side of
the building. The side of the building on which the aerial fire apparatus access
road is positioned shall be approved by the fire code official.
d. D105.4 Obstructions. Overhead utility and power lines shall not be located over
the aerial fire apparatus access road or between the aerial fire apparatus road
and the building. Other obstructions shall be permitted to be places with the
approval of the fire code official.
Dead Ends. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at dead end locations as per Appendix
D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.4 Dead Ends. Dead-
end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet shall be provided with width and
turnaround provisions in accordance with Table D103.4. Requirements for Dead-end fire
apparatus access roads.
Gates. Maintain fire apparatus access road gates as per Appendix D of the 2012
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.5 Fire apparatus access road gates.
Gates securing the fire apparatus access roads shall comply with all of the following
criteria:
1. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
2. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
3. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by one
person.
4. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times and
replaces or repaired when defective.
5. Electric gates shall be equipped with a means of opening the gate by fire
department personnel for emergency access. Emergency opening devices shall
be approved by the fire code official.
6. Manual opening gates shall not be locked with a padlock or chain and padlock
unless they are capable of being opened by means of forcible entry tools or
when a key box containing the keys to the lock is installed at the gate location.
7. Locking device specifications shall be submitted for approval \by the fire code
official
8. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL
325.
9. Gates, intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed and
installed to comply with requirements of ASTM F 2200.
9. Fire Hydrants. Locate Fire Hydrants as per Appendix C of the 2012 Arkansas Fire
Prevention Code. Section C101 - C105, in conjunction with Central Arkansas Water
(Jason Lowder 501.377.1245) and the Little Rock Fire Marshal's Office (Capt. Tony
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Rhodes 501.918.3757 or Capt. John Hogue 501.918.3754). Number and Distribution of
Fire Hydrants as per Table C105.1.
Parks and Recreation: No comment received.
County Planning: No comment.
Building Codes/Landscape:
Building Code: Project is subject to full commercial plan review and approval prior to
issuance of a building permit. For information on submittal requirements and the review
process. This project will require fully developed Architectural, Structural, Civil and MEP
Plans. Contact a commercial plans examiner: Curtis Richey at 501.371.4724;
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Landscape:
1. Site plan must comply with the City's landscape and buffer ordinance requirements.
2. Street buffers will be required at six (6) percent of the average depth of the lot. The
minimum dimension shall be one-half (Y2) the full width requirement but in no case less
than nine (9) feet. The average depth of the lot is approximately 765 linear feet. A
minimum forty-six (46) foot street buffer is required between the property line and the
Vimy Ridge Road right-of-way.
3. A land use buffer six (6) percent of the average width/depth of the lot will be required
when an adjacent property has a dissimilar use of a more restrictive nature. The
properties to the north and east are zoned R-2, Single-family. The approximate
average width of the lot is 450 feet. A minimum twenty-seven (27) foot buffer will be
required adjacent to north property line. The average depth of the lot is approximately
765 linear feet. A minimum forty-six (46) foot buffer will be required adjacent to the
east property line.
4. A as a component of all land use buffer requirements, opaque screening, whether a
fence or other device, six (6) feet in height shall be required upon the property line side
of the buffer. In addition to the required screening, buffers are to be at the rate of one
(1) tree and three (3) shrubs for every thirty (30) linear feet.
5. Screening requirements will need to be met for the vehicular use areas adjacent to
street right-of-ways. Provide screening shrubs with an average linear spacing of not
less at three (3) feet within the required landscape area. Provide trees with an average
linear spacing of not less than thirty (30) feet.
6. A perimeter planting strip is required along any side of a vehicular use area that abuts
adjoining property, or the right-of-way of any street. This strip shall be at least nine (9)
feet wide. One (1) tree and three (3) shrubs or vines shall be planted for every thirty
(30) linear feet of perimeter planting strip.
7. An automatic irrigation system to water landscaped areas shall be required for
developments of one (1) acre or larger.
8. The development of two (2) acres or more requires the landscape plan to be stamped
with the seal of a Registered Landscape Architect.
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9. If any of the landscape code requirements cannot be met a variance from the City
Beautiful Commission may be required before a building permit is issued.
10. The City Beautiful Commission recommends preserving as many existing trees as
feasible on this site. Credit toward fulfilling Landscape Ordinance requirements can be
given when preserving trees of six (6) inch caliper or larger.
Transportation/Planning:
Rock Region Metro: The site is not located on a dedicated Rock Region Metro Route.
Planninq Division: This request is located in Otter Creek Planning District. The Land Use
Plan shows Neighborhood Commercial (NC) for this property. The Neighborhood
Commercial category includes limited small-scale commercial development in close proximity
to a neighborhood, providing goods and services to the neighborhood market area. The
applicant has applied for a rezoning from C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial District) to PCD
(Planned Commercial Development) to allow a proposed storage facility.
Master Street Plan: West of the property is Vimy Ridge Road and it is shown as a Minor
Arterial Street on the Master Street Plan. A Minor Arterial provides connections to and
through an urban area and their primary function is to provide short distance travel within the
urbanized area. Entrances and exits should be limited to minimize negative effects of traffic
and pedestrians on Vimy Ridge Road since it is a Minor Arterial. This street may require
dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements for entrances and exits to the
site.
Bicycle Plan: There are no bike routes shown in the immediate vicinity.
Revised plat/plan: Submit four (4) copies of a revised preliminary plat/plan (to include the
additional information as noted above) to staff on Wednesday, September 5, 2018.
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January 17, 2008
ITEM NO.: A.1 FILE NO.: Z-8286
Owner: Richard A. Williams
Applicant: Bob Roberts
Location: East side of Vimy Ridge Road, approximately
250 feet north of County Line Road
Area: 2.519 Acres
Request: Rezone from R-2 to C-1
Purpose: Future neighborhood commercial development
Existing Use: Undeveloped
SURROUNDING LAN❑ USE AN❑ ZONING
North — Single family residence and undeveloped property;
zoned R-2
South — Convenience store; zoned C-3
East — Single family residences; zoned R-2
West — Undeveloped property (across Vimy Ridge Road); zoned R-2
A. PUBLIC WORKS COMMENTS:
1. Vimy Ridge Road is classified on the Master Street Plan as a minor
arterial. A dedication of right-of-way 45 feet from centerline will be
required.
2. With site development and issuance of the building permit, provide
design of street conforming to the Master Street Plan. Construct one-
half street improvement to Vimy Ridge including 5-foot sidewalks with
planned development.
B. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT:
The site is not located on a CATA Bus Route.
C. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION:
All owners of property located within 200 feet of the site, all residents
within 300 feet who could be identified, and the Alexander Road, Quail
January 17, 2008
ITEM NO: A.1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8286
Run and SWLR United for Progress Neighborhood Associations were
notified of the public hearing.
D. LAND USE ELEMENT:
This request is located in the Otter Creek Planning District. The Land Use
Plan shows Single Family. The applicant has applied for a rezoning from
R-2 Single Family to C-1 Neighborhood Commercial District.
A Land Use Plan amendment from Single Family to Neighborhood
Commercial is a separate item on this agenda.
Master Street Plan:
Vimy Ridge Road is shown as a Minor Arterial. A Minor Arterial provides
connections to and through an urban area and their primary function is to
provide short distance travel within the urbanized area. Entrances and exits
should be limited to minimize negative effects of traffic and pedestrians on
Vimy Ridge since it is a Minor Arterial. This street may require dedication of
right-of-way and may require street improvements for entrances and exits to
the site.
Bicycle Plan:
There are no bike routes in the immediate vicinity.
Neighborhood Action Plan:
This area is covered by the Chicot West/1-30 South Neighborhood Action
Plan. The Economic Development goal states: "Provide a mixed
commercial/residential environment that will promote the safety,
attractiveness, and value of the area while creating a competitive and
adaptable economic climate that encourages investment and diversity of
employment opportunities."
E. STAFF ANALYSIS:
Richard A. Williams, owner of the 2.519 acre tract located along the east
side of Vimy Ridge Road, approximately 250 feet north of County Line
Road, is requesting to rezone the property from "R-2" Single Family
District to "C-1 " Neighborhood Commercial District. The rezoning is
proposed for future neighborhood commercial development of the
property.
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ITEM NO.: B (CON'T.
The applicant is requesting one (1) variance with the proposed development.
Section 36-299(b)(2) of the City's Zoning Ordinance (C-1 development criteria)
is as follows:
(2) There shall be a maximum gross leasable area of five thousand
(5,000) square feet per establishment, except that one (1)
establishment may have not more than ten thousand (10,000)
square feet.
The applicant is requesting a variance from this ordinance standard to allow
the "Fred's" store to occupy 16,000 square feet of the proposed commercial
building.
Staff is supportive of the requested variance. Staff views the request as
reasonable. The "Fred's" store use will be a neighborhood commercial -type
use, with a pharmacy and other convenience/grocery retail goods. Staff feels
the store will be a quality addition to serve the residential uses in the area.
Staff's support is based on the development conforming to all Landscape/Buffer
and Public Works requirements, as well as the conditions of the rezoning
ordinance. Staff believes the proposed development will have no adverse
impact on the adjacent properties or the general area.
D. Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the requested variance, subject to the following
conditions:
1. Compliance with all Landscape and Buffer requirements.
2. Compliance with all Public Works requirements.
3. Compliance with the conditions of rezoning Ordinance No. 19,949.
4. The dumpster must not be located within the 35-foot rear setback area.
5. All signage must comply to ordinance standards.
6. A cross -access easement with the property to the south must be
executed prior to approval of shared driveway.
7. The required 25' buffer is to be marked and protected with orange
contractor's fencing. Placement of the fencing is to be confirmed by
staff prior to any work commencing on the site.
January 17, 2008
ITEM NO: A.1 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-8286
The property is undeveloped pasture -type land. There is a single family
residence on a large tract located immediately north of the property, with
undeveloped R-2 zoned, property further north. There is also undeveloped
R-2 zoned property across Vimy Ridge Road to the west, with a Dollar
General Store to the southwest. A convenience store is located
immediately to the south at the northeast corner of Vimy Ridge Road and
County Line Road. A single family subdivision is located to the east, with
undeveloped MF-6 zoned property to the southeast.
The City's Future Land Use Plan designates this property as Single
Family. A Land Use Plan Amendment from Single Family to
Neighborhood Commercial is a separate application (Item 5.) on this
agenda.
Staff is supportive of the requested rezoning to C-1 and the Land Use
Plan Amendment to Neighborhood Commercial. Staff views the C-1
zoning request as reasonable, given the fact that the property immediately
west across Vimy Ridge Road is designated as Neighborhood
Commercial on the Future Land Use Plan, wrapping around the
commercial designation at the northwest corner of Vimy Ridge Road and
County Line Road. Staff feels that with more single family subdivisions
being developed in this general area, including into Saline County,
additional C-1 Neighborhood Commercial zoning in this area is
appropriate. Staff believes the proposed rezoning to C-1 will have no
adverse impact on the adjacent properties or the neighborhood.
F. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested C-1 rezoning.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(DECEMBER 6, 2007)
Staff informed the Commission that the applicant submitted a letter to staff on
November 27, 2007 requesting the application be deferred to the January 17,
2008 Agenda. Staff supported the deferral request.
The Chairman placed the item before the Commission for inclusion within the
Consent Agenda for deferral to the January 17, 2008 Agenda. A motion to that
effect was made. The motion passed by a vote of 11 ayes and 0 nays.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTIO
(JANUARY 17, 2008)
The applicant was present. There were no objectors present. Staff presented
the item with a recommendation of approval.
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The Chairman placed the item before the Commission for inclusion within the
Consent Agenda for approval, as recommended by staff. A motion to that effect
was made. The motion passed by a vote of 10 ayes, 0 nays and 1 absent.
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Little Rock Board ol'Dircclors Aleeling Nlinules- iJklarch 18,2008
SEPARATE ITEMS (Items 14 —15)
14. ORDINANCE 19,937 - LU07-16-02 — To amend the Land Use Plan (16,222) in the Otter
Creek Planning District from Single -Family to Neighborhood Commercial; and for other
purposes. Planning Commission: 10 ayes, 0 nays, I absent. Staff recommends approval. Deferred from 3-4-08.
Synopsis: Land Use Plan amendment in the Otter Creek Planning District from Single Family to
Neighborhood Commercial for future development.
15. ORDINANCE - Held on 1" Reading - Z-8286 — Reclassifying property located on the east
side of Vimy Ridge Road. approximately 250 feet north of County Line Road, from R-2 to C-1.
Planning Commission: 10 oyes, 0 nays, 1 absent. Skiff recommends approval. Deferred from 03-04-08. (Three
readings were held on 3-4-08, but no vole action was taken). Synopsis: The owner of the 2.519 acre tract
located along the cast side of' Vimy Ridge Road, approximately 250 feet north of County Line Road, is
requesting that the zoning be reclassified from R-2 to C-1.
There was lengthy discussion regarding items 14 and 15.
Director Wyrick stated this is a narrow road with deep ditches and did not see extending the area
to more commercial development any further into the residential area. She stated there had been
questions at the last meeting regarding the drawings that were presented at that time. In
particular the land use map, which showed to be more of a square area; and the rezoning area to
be more of a trapezoid, and asked if staff had reviewed this, and if they could overview their
findings. Mr. Tony Bozynski stated on the original sketch from Planning, it showed a square
area, and this is due to staff generalizing the area, as they have in the past, and just drew a
representative plan. Planning staff did review this, and have drawn a new sketch which shows a
little better sketch of what was representative in regard to the land use planning amendment. He
stated the zoning map is based on a land survey and it is very close to what was shown on the
original drawing at the last meeting. He stated the rezoning map is more accurate than the map
which was modified to be more in keeping with the request. He stated the applicant is present,
and was prepared to make some more restrictive amendments to the ordinance, and move the
development further away from the residences. Mr. Bozynski stated the applicant has asked for
amendments to the ordinance which included a 25 foot area along the rear of the property line
which would be left in the current state with additional vegetation added to create the necessary
screening. He also proposed a thirty-five foot building set back which runs along the property
line for some distance and then bumps out as it gets closer to the north property line, to about one
hundred and fifty feet. Director Cazort asked if the ordinance had been amended to reflect this.
Mr. Bozynski stated no. that lie believed that the applicant was prepared to offer the amendments
tonight. Director Hendrix asked Mr. Bozynski if the applicant is in compliance. Mr. Bozynski
stated the applicant had complied with all the necessary steps to get the item to the Planning
Commission and to this Board. Director Adcock stated in looking at the drawings this
development looked really close to the residents, and stated they have tried to keep the area
residential due to the closeness of the proposed development. She said these properties have a
common boundary and then there is also the issue of the ditch along the property line. Director
Hendrix asked Mr. Bozynski if there had been any citizen input regarding this development. Mr.
Bozynski told the Board that all the required notices had been done, and that there had been very
few calls from citizens to staff regarding this development.
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His staff reported that most of the calls received were in support of the development because
they believed there was a need for neighborhood commercial development in this neighborhood.
H stated that there was no one who spoke in opposition at the Planning Commission meeting.
Mayor Stodola recognized the applicant, Mr. Bob Roberts. Mr. Roberts proposed a thirty-five
foot building line form the rear property line and one hundred and fifty feet from the corner
property line which screens the back yards of the residences. He said there would be no
permanent building in this corner, but they would possibly use it for parking, or there may be
some grading of the area. He offered a proposal of twenty-five foot of landscaping and would
improve the areas where it is not as dense between the two property lines. He asked for an
amendment to include the twenty-five foot landscape buffer and the thirty-five foot building line,
and stated no vegetation would be destroyed, but rather would be added to. Mayor Stodola asked
what buffer would be required. Mr. Bozynski stated the buffer is to function as a screen, and
would require a dense or evergreen planting and or a fence. Mayor Stodola asked how high a
fence would be required. Mr. Bozynski answered that he didn't know off hand, but that a fence
is typically 6 feet.
Director Cazort, seconded by Director Fortson made a motion to make the proposed amendments
to the ordinance by the applicant; a thirty-five foot setback building line, and a twenty-five foot
landscape buffer consistent with a six foot fence, or as referenced by the land ordinance.
Director Adcock said she did not have a problem with no buildings in the corner lot area close to
the residences, but she did have a problem with it possibly being a parking lot, which in her
opinion would create a lot more problems because of the noise created by the opening and
closing of vehicles, the voices of people in the lots, big trucks coming in to load and unload
merchandise, and said this development was to close to residential homes. Director Wyrick
expressed appreciation to the applicant for coming forward, but said that this is really close to
Irish Spring Estates, and this is a fragile neighborhood, which has several houses for sale now,
and felt any action bring in more trucks and cars, and with the way sound travels, did not think
this was a good lit. She went on to say, that this development would benefit more of the people
living in Saline County than in Little Rock because of the location; that there were hundreds of
homes being built not too far from this site that were not in the city, but would benefit more than
the citizens in the immediate area.
Mayor Stodola called for a roll call vote on the amendment as proposed by the applicant. Keck
Kumpuris, Fortson, Cazort, Hendrix, Richardson, Wyrick voted yes. Directors Adcock and
Wyrick voted no. The amendment was added to the ordinance. Vice Mayor Hurst and Director
Wright were absent.
The Ordinance (Item 15) was read the first time. A motion was made by Director Cazort,
seconded by Director Fortson to suspend the rules and place the ordinance on second reading.
Mayor Stodola called for a roll call vote which was taken and recorded as: Directors Hendrix,
Richardson, Cazort, Keck, Kumpuris, Fortson voting yes, and Directors Adcock and Wyrick
voting no. Vice Mayor 1 lurst and Director Wright were absent.
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Director Cazort called for the question on Item 14 since all three readings had already taken
place, Director Richardson seconded the motion. Mayor Stodola asked for a roll call vote which
was taken and recorded as: Hendrix. Richardson, Cazort, Keck, Kumpuris, Fortson voted in
favor. Directors Adcock and Wynck voted in opposition. Vice Mayor Hurst and Director
Wright were absent. The motion failed and the item was left on first reading.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Items 16 — 18)
16. PUBLIC HEARING & ORDINANCE 19,938 - G-24-020 - To abandon a ten (10) — foot
wide utility easement located in Lots 7R, 8R and 9R of Mystery Manor Addition Planning
Commission: S arcs, 0 Wars, 3 absent: Siclif reco mnends approval. Synopsis: The owners of the subject
property are requesting abandonment of a ten (10) — foot wide utility easement located within the property at
9101 Lew Drive. Mayor Stoclola opened the public hearing. There were no speakers present to speak in
favor or in opposition to the item. Mayor Stodola closed the public hearing.
17. PUBLIC [TEARING & ORDINANCE - Deferred to April 1, 2008 - G-23 395 — To
abandon portions of' Crosby Drive, Ventura Avenue, Bedford Drive and East loth Street and
alleys located within and adjacent to Blocks 36 and 43, Industrial Park Addition, Little Rock,
Arkansas. Plannin(y Cantmission: 10 ayes, 0 noes, I absent. Staff recommends approval. Synopsis: Little Rock
National Airport, adjacent property owner request to abandon portions of Crosby Drive, Ventura Avenue,
Bedford Drive and East 101" Street and alleys located within and adjacent to Blocks 36 and 43, Industrial
Park Addition, Little Rock, Arkansas.
18. PUBLIC IIEARING & ORDINANCE - Deferred to April 1, 2008 - G-23-396 — To
abandon portions of Corning Drive, Selma and East loth Streets and alleys located within and
adjacent to Blocks 6 and 15, Industrial Park Addition; Little Rock, Arkansas. Planning Commission:
10 ayes. 0 nays, I ahsew. Sigff recommends eippiviyaL Synopsis: Little Rock National Airport, adjacent
property owner, request to abandon portions Corning Drive, Selma and East 101' Streets and alleys located
within and adjacent to Blocks 6 .Intl 15, Industrial Park Addition; Little Rock, Arkansas.
A motion was made by Director Keck, seconded by Director Adcock to defer Items 17 and 18
for two weeks. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members present, the motion carried and
the items were deterred to April 1, 2008.
OTHER BUSINESS (Items 19 - 22)
19. ORDINANCE: 19,939 - To authorize the Little Rock Police Department to purchase
cellular video surveillance camera systems in the amount of $74,870 as part of the COPS
Methamphetamine Initiative Grant Project. Staff recommends approval. Synopsis: The Little Rock
Police Department is requesting approval to purchase new covert surveillance systems which feature Sony
wireless transmitters and enhanced video reproduction from a sole source vendor as part of the COPS
Methamphetamine Grant Project. The amount of the purchase is $74,870.
20. ORDINANCE 19,940 - To authorize the Little Rock Police Department to purchase
mobile audio and video equipment in the amount of $70,797.35 as part of the COPS
Methamphetamine Initiative Grant Project. Staff recommends approval. Synopsis: The Little Rock
Police Department is requesting approval to purchase new mobile audio and video recording equipment from
a sole source vendor as part of the COPS Methamphetamine Grant Project. The amount of the purchase is
$70,797.35. (See Grouped Items)
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SEPTEMBER 29, 2008 (
ITEM NO.: B CON'T.
The City Beautiful Commission recommends preserving as many existing trees
as feasible on this site. It appears there are very old live oak trees at this
location. Credit toward fulfilling Landscape Ordinance requirements can be
given when preserving trees of six (6) inch caliper or larger.
C. Staff Analysis:
The C-1 zoned property at 13515 Vimy Ridge Road is undeveloped pasture -
type land. There is a single-family residence on a large tract located
immediately north of the property, with undeveloped R-2 zoned property
further north. There is also undeveloped R-2 zoned property across Vimy
Ridge Road to the west, with a Dollar General Store to the southwest. A
convenience store is located immediately to the south at the northeast corner
of Vimy Ridge Road and County Line Road. A single-family subdivision is
located to the east, with undeveloped MF-6 zoned property to the southeast.
On April 1, 2008 the City Board of Directors passed Ordinance No. 19,949
which rezoned this 2.519 acre property to "C-1" Neighborhood Commercial
District. The rezoning was approved, subject to the following conditions:
There shall be a 25-foot undisturbed buffer along the east perimeter of
the property, with additional evergreen planting to be installed to
complete screening within the buffer area.
There shall be a building line established along the east property line
as follows: beginning 150 feet west of the northeast corner of the
property; running south perpendicular to the north property line to a
point 35 feet back from the east property line; running southwesterly
35 feet back from the east property line to the southeast corner of the
property.
The applicant is now proposing a commercial development plan for the
property, as noted on the attached site plan. The proposed plan consists of a
21,000 square foot commercial building located within the east half of the
property, with paved parking between the building and Vimy Ridge Road. A
single access drive is proposed from Vimy Ridge Road, with a cross -access
drive with the existing convenience store to the south. A pharmacy drive-thru
is proposed on the north side of the building. Truck access will be along the
north side of the building to a loading dock on the rear (east side) of the
building. A dumpster will be located near the loading dock area.
The applicant is proposing for a "Fred's" store to occupy 16,000 square feet of
the commercial building, with smaller commercial user(s) occupying the
remainder of the building. The proposed development will comply with the
buffer and building setback conditions of the rezoning ordinance.
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ITEM NO.: C FILE NO.: Z 8286-B
NAME: 13500 Vimy Ridge Road Short -form PCD
LOCATION: Located in the 13500 Block of Vimy Ridge Road
DEVELOPER:
Mike Hunter
208 Spencer Street
Hot Springs, AR 71901
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Mike Hunter — Purchase Contract
Ricky Williams, Owner
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
Brooks Surveying
20820 Arch Street Pike
Hensley, AR 72065
AREA: 2.21-acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 1
WARD: 7 PLANNING DISTRICT: 16 — Otter Creek
CURRENT ZONING
ALLOWED USES:
PROPOSED ZONING:
C-1, Neighborhood Commercial
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
CENSUS TRACT: 41.04
mall scale retail geared to neighborhoods
PD-C
PROPOSED USE: Add mini -warehouse as an allowed use
VARIANCE/WAIVERS
BACKGROUND -
None requested.
Ordinance No. 19,949 adopted by the Little Rock Board of Directors on April 1, 2008,
rezoned this 2.51-acres from R-2, Single-family to C-1, Neighborhood Commercial. The
approval was subject to the following conditions:
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ITEM NO.: C(Cont.)FILE NO.: Z-8286-B
There shall be a 25-foot undisturbed buffer along the east perimeter of the
property, with additional evergreen plantings to be installed to complete screening
within the buffer area.
There shall be a building line established along the east property line as follows:
beginning 150-feet west of the northeast corner of the property; running south
perpendicular to the north property line to a point 35-feet back from the east
property line; running southwesterly 35-feet back from the east property line to the
southeast corner of the property.
The Little Rock Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance to allow an increased
building size at their September 29, 2008, public hearing. The applicant requested a
variance from the proposed development standards of Section 36-299(b)(2) of the City of
Little Rock's Zoning Ordinance. The C-1, Neighborhood Commercial Zoning District
states; There shall be a maximum gross leasable area of five thousand (5,000) square
feet per establishment, except that one (1) establishment may not have more than ten
thousand (10,000) square feet. The variance as approved allowed the development of a
commercial building 16,000 square feet in area.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant is proposing to rezone the site from C-1, Neighborhood Commercial
District, to PCD, Planned Commercial Development, to allow the development of
the site with a mini -warehouse development. The site plan indicates the placement
of a 33,288 square foot climate controlled building along the north property line.
The plan indicates the placement of a 1,800 square foot storage building along the
east property line and a 1,600 square foot storage building along the southern
property line. Interior to the development a 2,600 square foot storage building is
proposed and a 7,248 square foot climate controlled building is proposed. The
plan indicates the placement of a 1,050 square foot leasing office.
The plan indicates the placement of a 23-foot building setback along the eastern
property line and a 25-foot building setback along the southern property line. The
plan indicates a nine (9) foot building setback along the northern property line.
The plan indicates the placement of a 9-foot street buffer along Vimy Ridge Road
adjacent to the paved area.
The applicant is proposing the use of the rear of the buildings for screening along
the northern, eastern and southern boundaries. A decorative fence will be installed
along Vimy Ridge Road with a maximum height of eight (8) feet.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property is undeveloped. The site was previously cleared but has new growth
of trees and shrubs. There is a single-family residence on a large tract located
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ITEM NO.: C (Cont.
FILE NO.: Z-8
immediately north of the property, with a single-family subdivision, Ponds Edge
Subdivision, located further to the north. Also north of the proposed development
is a townhouse residential development currently under construction, the Village
at Gateway Townhomes. There is undeveloped R-2, Single-family zoned property
to the west across Vimy Ridge Road, with a Dollar General Store to the southwest.
Further to the west is the Little Northfork Subdivision. A convenience store is
located immediately to the south of this site at the northeast corner of Vimy Ridge
Road and County Line Road. A single-family subdivision, Irish Springs Estates, is
located to the east, with undeveloped MF-6 zoned property to the southeast
containing a little over three (3) acres. On the Saline County side of County Line
Road there is an elementary school.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
All property owners located within 200-feet of the site along with the Alexander
Road Neighborhood Association, the Little Northfork Neighborhood Association,
the Quail Run Neighborhood Association and Southwest Little Rock United for
Progress were notified of the public hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMEN
PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS:
1. Vimy Ridge Road is classified on the Master Street Plan as a minor arterial.
A dedication of right-of-way 45-feet from centerline will be required.
2. With site development, provide the design of the street conforming to the
Master Street Plan. Construct one-half street improvement to Vimy Ridge
Road including 5-foot sidewalks with the planned development. The new
back of curb should be placed 29.5-feet from the existing centerline. Per
Section 30-281, on arterial streets the adjacent developer is responsible for
constructing the initial 15-feet of the span length of the box culvert for the
widened street section. The existing curb to the south should be relocated to
tie into the proposed curb adjacent to the subject property.
3. All driveways shall be concrete aprons per City Ordinance.
4. A grading permit in accordance with Section 29-186 (c) and (d) will be
required prior to any land clearing or grading activities at the site. Other than
residential subdivisions, site grading and drainage plans must be submitted
and approved prior to the start of construction. Is construction of the
development proposed to be phased? If so, is a variance being requested to
advance grade future phases with construction of Phase 1?
5. Provide a Sketch Grading and Drainage Plan per Section 29-186 (e).
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ITEM NO.: C (Cont.
FILE NO.: Z-8286-B
6. Stormwater detention ordinance applies to this property. Show the proposed
location for stormwater detention facilities on the plan. Maintenance of the
detention pond and all private drainage improvements is the responsibility of
the developer and/or property owner.
7. Access to detention ponds must be provided to the public right-of-way and/or
access easement for future maintenance by the developer and/or local
property owners' association.
8. If disturbed area is one (1) or more acres, obtain a NPDES stormwater permit
from the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality prior to the start of
construction.
9. Street improvement plans shall include signage and striping. Public Works
must approve completed plans prior to construction.
10. Streetlights are required by Section 31-403 of the Little Rock code. Provide
plans for approval to Traffic Engineering. Streetlights must be installed prior
to platting/certificate of occupancy. Contact Greg Simmons, Traffic
Engineering, gsimmonsQlittlerock.gov or 501.379.1813 for more information.
11. Obtain permits prior to doing any street cuts or curb cuts. Obtain barricade
permit prior to doing any work in the right-of-way. Contact Traffic Engineering,
Travis Herbner, therbner@IiiLtfttlerock..gov or 501.379.1805 for more
information.
12. Hauling of fill material on or off site over municipal streets and roads requires
approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works Traffic
Engineering at 621 Broadway Street, Travis Herbner, therbner@littlero_ck.gov
or 501.379.1805, for more information.
13. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operation
of construction related equipment from a nearby construction site shall be
repaired by the responsible party prior to issuance of a certificate of
occupancy.
14. A minimum undisturbed strip 25-foot wide except for reasonable access shall
be provided along each side of streams having a 10-year storm >150 cfs.
The undisturbed strip should be measured from the top of the bank. Provide
the estimated stream flow.
15. Alteration of the water course will require approval from the Little Rock District
of the US Army Corps of Engineers prior to start of work.
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: Sewer available to this site.
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ITEM NO.: C (Cont.
FILE NO.: Z-8286-g
Entergy: Entergy does not object to this proposal. There do not appear to be
any conflicts with existing electrical utilities at this location. Service is already
provided to the existing building on the property from the south side. Contact
Entergy in advance to discuss electrical service requirements or adjustments to
existing facilities.
Centerpoint Energy: No comment received.
AT & T: No comment received.
Central Arkansas Water:
1. All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for
water service must be met.
2. 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.
3. 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 the Little Rock Fire
Department is required.
4. 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.
5. If there are facilities that need to be adjusted and/or relocated, contact Central
Arkansas Water. That work would be done at the expense of the developer.
6. Contact Central Arkansas Water if additional fire protection or metered water
service is required.
7. Due to the nature of this facility, installation of an approved reduced pressure
zone backflow preventer assembly (RPZA) is required on the domestic water
service. This assembly must be installed prior to the first point of use. Central
Arkansas Water 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 Central Arkansas Water. The test
results must be sent to Central Arkansas Water's Cross Connection Section
within ten days of installation and annually thereafter. Contact the Cross
Connection Section at 501.377.1226 if you would like to discuss backflow,
prevention requirements for this project.
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ITEM NO.: C (Cont.
FILE NO.: Z-8286-B
8. The facilities on -site will be private. When meters are planned off private
lines, private facilities shall be installed to Central Arkansas Water's material
and construction specifications and installation will be inspected by an
engineer, licensed to practice in the State of Arkansas. Execution of a
customer owned line agreement is required.
9. Fire sprinkler systems which do not contain additives such as antifreeze shall
be isolated with a double detector check valve assembly. If additives are
used, a reduced pressure.
10. This development will have minor impact on the existing water distribution
system. Proposed water facilities will be sized to provide adequate pressure
and fire protection.
Fire Department:
1. Full Plan Review — Maintain Access
2. Fire Hydrants. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations
as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section
D103.1 Access road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a
fire apparatus access road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive
of shoulders.
3. Grade. Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the
2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire
apparatus access roads shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as
approved by the fire chief.
4. Laadinq. Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the
2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and
loading. Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall
be accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire
apparatus access road with an asphalt, concrete or other approved driving
surface capable of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at
least 75,000 pounds.
5. Commercial and Industrial Developments — 2 means of access. - Maintain fire
apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire
Prevention Code Vol. 1
a. Section D104.1 Buildings exceeding three stories or 30 feet in height.
Building or facilities exceeding 30 feet or three stories in height shall
have at least two means of fire apparatus access for each structure.
b. Section D104.2 Building exceeding 62,000 square feet in area.
Buildings or facilities having a gross building area of more than
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ITEM NO.: C (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8286-B
62,000 square feet shall be provide with two separate and approved
fire apparatus access roads.
c. Exception: Projects having a gross building area of up to 124,000
square feet that have a single approved fire apparatus access road
when all building are equipped throughout with approved automatic
sprinkler systems.
d. D104.3 Remoteness. Where two fire apparatus access roads are
required, they shall be placed a distance apart equal to not less than
one half of the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of
the lot or area to be served, measured in a straight line between
accesses.
6. 30' Tall Buildings -Maintain aerial fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix
D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D105.1 — D105.4
a. D105.1 Where Required. Where the vertical distance between the
grade plane and the highest roof surface exceed 30', approved aerial
fire apparatus access roads shall be provided. For the purposes of
this section the highest roof surfaces shall be determined by
measurement to the eave of a pitched roof, the intersection of a roof
to the exterior wall, or the top of the parapet walls, whichever is
greater.
b. D105.2 Width. Aerial fire apparatus access roads shall have a
minimum unobstructed with of 26', exclusive of shoulders, in the
immediate vicinity of the building or portion thereof.
c. D105.3 Proximity to building. At least one of the required access
routes meeting this condition shall be located within a minimum of
15 feet and a maximum of 30 feet from the building, and shall be
positioned parallel to one entire side of the building. The side of the
building on which the aerial fire apparatus access road is positioned
shall be approved by the fire code official.
d. D105.4 Obstructions. Overhead utility and power lines shall not be
located over the aerial fire apparatus access road or between the
aerial fire apparatus road and the building. Other obstructions shall
be permitted to be places with the approval of the fire code official.
7. Dead Ends. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at dead end locations as per
Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.4
Dead Ends. Dead-end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet shall
be provided with width and turnaround provisions in accordance with Table
D103.4. Requirements for Dead-end fire apparatus access roads.
8. Gates. Maintain fire apparatus access road gates as per Appendix D of the
2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.5 Fire apparatus
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ITEM NO.: C Cont. FILE NO.: Z-8286-B
access road gates. Gates securing the fire apparatus access roads shall
comply with all of the following criteria:
1. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
2. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
3. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation
by one person.
4. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all
times and replaces or repaired when defective.
5. Electric gates shall be equipped with a means of opening the gate by
fire department personnel for emergency access. Emergency
opening devices shall be approved by the fire code official.
6. Manual opening gates shall not be locked with a padlock or chain
and padlock unless they are capable of being opened by means of
forcible entry tools or when a key box containing the keys to the lock
is installed at the gate location.
7. Locking device specifications shall be submitted for approval \by the
fire code official
8. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance
with UL 325.
9. Gates, intended for automatic operation shall be designed,
constructed and installed to comply with requirements of ASTM F
2200.
9. Fire Hydrants. Locate Fire Hydrants as per Appendix C of the 2012 Arkansas
Fire Prevention Code. Section C101 — C105, in conjunction with Central
Arkansas Water (Jason Lowder 501.377.1245) and the Little Rock Fire
Marshal's Office (Capt. Tony Rhodes 501.918.3757 or Capt. John Hogue
501.918.3754). Number and Distribution of Fire Hydrants as per Table C105.1.
Parks and Recreation: No comment received.
County Planning_ No comment.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Building Code: Project is subject to full commercial plan review and approval prior
to issuance of a building permit. For information on submittal requirements and the
review process. This project will require fully developed Architectural, Structural,
Civil and MEP Plans. Contact a commercial plans examiner: Curtis Richey at
501.371.4724, cricheyCa).littierock.gov
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Landscape:
1. Site plan must comply with the City's landscape and buffer ordinance
requirements.
2. Street buffers will be required at six (6) percent of the average depth of the
lot. The minimum dimension shall be one-half ('/2) the full width requirement
but in no case less than nine (9) feet. The average depth of the lot is
approximately 336 linear feet. A minimum twenty (20) foot street buffer is
required between the property line and the Vimy Ridge Road right-of-way.
3. A land use buffer six (6) percent of the average width/depth of the lot will be
required when an adjacent property has a dissimilar use of a more restrictive
nature. The properties to the north and east are zoned R-2, Single-family.
The approximate average width of the lot is 450 feet. A minimum twenty-
seven (27) foot buffer will be required adjacent to north property line. The
average depth of the lot is approximately 336 linear feet. A minimum twenty
(20) foot buffer will be required adjacent to the east property line.
4. A as a component of all land use buffer requirements, opaque screening,
whether a fence or other device, six (6) feet in height shall be required upon
the property line side of the buffer. In addition to the required screening,
buffers are to be at the rate of one (1) tree and three (3) shrubs for every thirty
(30) linear feet.
5. Screening requirements will need to be met for the vehicular use areas
adjacent to street right-of-ways. Provide screening shrubs with an average
linear spacing of not less at three (3) feet within the required landscape area.
Provide trees with an average linear spacing of not less than thirty (30) feet.
6. A perimeter planting strip is required along any side of a vehicular use area
that abuts adjoining property, or the right-of-way of any street. This strip shall
be at least nine (9) feet wide. One (1) tree and three (3) shrubs or vines shall
be planted for every thirty (30) linear feet of perimeter planting strip.
7. An automatic irrigation system to water landscaped areas shall be required
for developments of one (1) acre or larger.
8. The development of two (2) acres or more requires the landscape plan to be
stamped with the seal of a Registered Landscape Architect.
9. If any of the landscape code requirements cannot be met a variance from the
City Beautiful Commission may be required before a building permit is issued.
10. The City Beautiful Commission recommends preserving as many existing
trees as feasible on this site. Credit toward fulfilling Landscape Ordinance
requirements can be given when preserving trees of six (6) inch caliper or
larger.
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ITEM NO.: C (Cont.
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro. The site is not located on a dedicated Rock Region Metro
Route.
Planning Division: This request is located in Otter Creek Planning District. The
Land Use Plan shows Neighborhood Commercial (NC) for this property. The
Neighborhood Commercial category includes limited small-scale commercial
development in close proximity to a neighborhood, providing goods and services
to the neighborhood market area. The applicant has applied for a rezoning from
C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial District) to PCD (Planned Commercial
Development) to allow a proposed storage facility.
Master Street Plan: West of the property is Vimy Ridge Road and it is shown as a
Minor Arterial Street on the Master Street Plan. A Minor Arterial provides
connections to and through an urban area and their primary function is to provide
short distance travel within the urbanized area. Entrances and exits should be
limited to minimize negative effects of traffic and pedestrians on Vimy Ridge Road
since it is a Minor Arterial. This street may require dedication of right-of-way and
may require street improvements for entrances and exits to the site.
Bicycle Plan: There are no bike routes shown in the immediate vicinity.
H. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT:
(August 29, 2018)
Mr. Mike Hunter was present representing the request. Staff presented an
overview of the item stating there were a few outstanding technical issues in need
of addressing related to the site plan. Staff questioned the proposed building
materials, the maximum building height and the days and hours of operation. Staff
also questioned the placement of the dumpster and stated typically dumpsters
were not allowed within the front setback.
Public Works comments were addressed. Staff stated the site contained a large
drainage way and a minimum undisturbed strip of 25-feet was required along the
top of the bank of the stream. Staff requested the applicant provide the estimated
stream flow. Staff stated alterations to water courses would require approval from
the US Army Corp of Engineers. Staff stated with the development of the site one-
half street improvements to Vimy Ridge Road would be required. Staff stated the
new back of curb should be placed at 29.5-feet from the existing centerline. Staff
stated on arterial streets the developer was responsible for construction of the
initial 15-feet of the span length of the box culvert for the required widened street
section. Staff stated the existing curb to the south should be relocated to tie into
the proposed curb adjacent to the property.
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ITEM NO.: C
FILE NO.: Z-8286-B
Landscaping comments were addressed. Staff stated street buffers and land use
buffers were required with the development of the site. Staff stated the minimum
street buffer along Vimy Ridge Road was to be 20-feet. Staff stated the minimum
land use buffer along the northern property line was to be 27-feet. Staff stated
screening was required along the northern and eastern perimeters.
Staff noted the comments from the various other departments and agencies. Staff
suggested the applicant contact the departments or agencies directly with any
questions or concerns. There were no more issues for discussion. The Committee
then forwarded the item to the full Commission for final action.
ANALYSIS:
The applicant submitted a revised site plan to staff addressing a number of the
technical issues associated with the request. The applicant has provided the
building materials, building height, relocated the dumpster out of the front setback
and provided the days and hours of operation. The applicant has also moved the
entire development to the north to provide the necessary setback along the
drainage way located on the southern property line.
The request is a rezoning of the site from C-1, Neighborhood Commercial District,
to PCD, Planned Commercial Development, to allow the development of the site
with a mini -warehouse development. The site plan indicates the placement of a
33,288 square foot climate controlled building along the north property line. The
plan indicates the placement of a 1,800 square foot storage building along the east
property line and a 1,600 square foot storage building along the southern property
line. Interior to the development a 2,600 square foot storage building is proposed
and a 7,248 square foot climate controlled building is proposed. The plan indicates
the placement of a 1,050 square foot leasing office. The maximum building height
proposed is 18-feet.
The plan indicates the placement of a 23-foot building setback along the eastern
property line and a 25-foot building setback along the southern property line. A
nine (9) foot building setback and land use buffer are indicated along the northern
property line. The plan indicates the placement of a nine (9) foot street buffer along
Vimy Ridge Road adjacent to the paved area. The northern and southern buildings
are indicated with a 25-foot building setback.
The buildings are proposed with steel exterior walls of a heavy gauge steel such
as McElroy metals mega rib product. According to the applicant the material is
commonly used in contemporary commercial applications. Some EIFs will be used
on the building fagade along Vimy Ridge Road.
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ITEM NO.: C Cont. FILE NO.: Z-8286-B
The applicant is proposing the use of the rear of the buildings for screening along
the northern, eastern and southern boundaries. A decorative fence will be installed
along Vimy Ridge Road with a maximum height of eight (8) feet.
The site plan indicates the placement of a dumpster within the rear portion of the
development. The applicant notes the dumpster will be fully screened per typical
ordinance requirements. The hours of dumpster service will be limited to 7 am to
6 pm Monday through Friday. Access hours to the units is from 6 am to 10 pm
daily. No 24-hour access is proposed.
The applicant indicates no ground signage is proposed for the development. The
revised cover letter indicates building signage along Vimy Ridge Road will be used.
The building signage proposed is to comply with typical ordinance standards or a
maximum of ten (10) percent of the front facade area for the building frontage along
Vimy Ridge Road.
The site is located adjacent to a bridge/box culvert which is located on Vimy Ridge
Road on the south end of the development. The developer is responsible for
construction of Vimy Ridge Road from the bridge north to an arterial street
standard. This does not include the construction of the bridge/box culvert. At the
time of building permit the developer is required to provide payment in -lieu of
construction of the bridge/box culvert for the first 15-feet of the bridge span.
Staff has concerns with the development as proposed. The site plan as proposed
does not include the buffers, both street and land use, as typically required by
ordinance. The northern land use buffer would typically be 27-feet. The applicant
is proposing the placement of a nine (9) foot land use buffer in this area. The street
buffer should be placed with a 20-foot average width and in no case less than
one-half or ten (10) feet. The plan as presented indicates the placement of a
nine (9) foot street buffer along Vimy Ridge Road. In staff's opinion, the plan as
presented, is overbuilding the site.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends denial of the application as filed.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (SEPTEMBER 20, 2018)
The applicant was present. There were no registered objectors present. Staff presented
the item stating the applicant had submitted a request for deferral of the item to the
November 1, 2018, on September 18, 2018. Staff stated the deferral request would
require a waiver of the Commissions By-laws with regard to the late deferral request.
Staff stated they were supportive of the deferral request. A motion was made to approve
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ITEM NO.: C (Cont.
FILE NO.: Z-8286-B
the By-law waiver with regard to the late deferral request. The motion carried by a vote
of 10 ayes, 0 noes and 1 absent. There was no further discussion. The item was placed
on the consent agenda and approved as recommended by staff by a vote of 10 ayes,
0 noes and 1 absent.
STAFF UPDATE:
The applicant has made some changes the site plan since the Sept. 20, 2018 meeting.
A 29, 875 square foot climate/non-climate controlled building is now proposed along the
north perimeter of the site. A 1,500 square foot building is proposed along the east
perimeter. A 3,000 square foot building is proposed along the south perimeter and a
9,850 square foot climate/non-climate controlled building is proposed within the interior
of the site. A 25 foot buffer is proposed along the stream on the east perimeter with a
23 foot (sic) building setback on that perimeter. A 25 foot buffer is proposed along the
stream, north of a 10 foot sewer easement on the south perimeter. A 24 foot building
setback (sic) is proposed within that easement/buffer. An 18 foot building setback is
proposed along the north perimeter.
Staff continues to have concerns with the proposed use and site design.
"Mini -warehouse" first appears in the zoning ordinance as a by -right use in the C-4 zoning
district. This property is currently zoned C-1 neighborhood commercial and the adopted
land use plan recommends NC neighborhood commercial. This is the appropriate land
use and zoning designation for commercial development within or adjacent to
neighborhood areas where the commercial uses should supply the needs of the
neighborhood residents and not depend on market areas larger than the neighborhood
served. Single family properties are adjacent to the east and north. Staff also feels the
proposed development is overbuilding the site. Other than the perimeter buffers, some of
which are below the typical ordinance requirements, the site is covered with metal
buildings and asphalt.
Staff recommends denial of the proposal.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (NOVEMBER 1, 2018)
The applicant was not present. There were no objectors present. Staff informed the
commission that the applicant had failed to send notices for the November 1, 2018
hearing and the item needed to be deferred to allow notices to be sent. There was no
further discussion. The item was placed on the consent agenda and deferred to the
December 13, 2018 meeting by a vote of 11 ayes, 0 noes and 0 absent.
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PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (DECEMBER 13, 2018)
The applicant was present. There was one objector present. Three letters of opposition
had been received from nearby residents and forwarded to the commissioners. Staff
presented the item and recommendation of denial.
Attorney Stephen Giles spoke representing the application. He stated mini -warehouses
were a neighborhood use, meeting the needs of residents of a neighborhood. He
acknowledged the opposition of the neighbors and stated this development would have
buffers and concrete block walls on the perimeters facing the neighbors to provide
screening. He stated this was a quiet use with no loitering, little traffic and controlled
access.
Ruth Bell, of the League of Women Voters, stated the use was too intense, with too much
concrete and noise.
Mr. Giles presented photos of the site, showing some of the growth along the site's
perimeters.
Developer Mike Hunter, stated this would be his fourth mini -warehouse development. He
described the site as being well monitored with low lighting and good screening. He
showed photos of his Hot Springs facility. He stated natural buffers would be retained on
the perimeters of the site.
In response to a question from the commission, Mr. Hunter described the site drainage
and proposed detention pond.
A motion was made to approve the application, including all staff comments and
conditions, except the recommendation of denial. The vote was 0 ayes, 11 noes and
0 absent. The item failed.
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