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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZ-8294-A Staff AnalysisNovember 4, 2010 ITEM NO.: 9 NAME: Oak Glenn Revised Short -form PD-R LOCATION: Located in the 1900 Block of Watt Street DEVELOPER: The Brown Company Remodelers Inc. 5119 West 33rd Street Little Rock, AR 72204 ENGINEER: Garner Engineering 9300 Professor Drive Little Rock, AR 72227 AREA: 2.39 acres CURRENT ZONING ALLOWED USES NUMBER OF LOTS: 11 R-2, Single-family Single-family residential PROPOSED ZONING: PD-R ROPOSED USE: Single-family residential VARIANCES/WAIVERS REQUESTED: FILE NO.: Z-8294- FT. NEW STREET: 350 LF 1. A variance from Section 36-460(h)(1), the minimum requirement for common usable open space. 2. A variance from the Subdivision Ordinance Section 31-232(d). BACKGROUND: Ordinance No. 19,918 adopted by the Little Rock Board of Directors on February 5, 2008, rezoned the site from R-2, Single-family to PD-R to allow the development of 2.39 acres with a new single-family subdivision. The development included a new public street named Oak Glen Lane. The subdivision was to contain eleven (11) lots. The existing home would be maintained and platted on one (1) of the eleven (11) lots. November 4, 2010 SUBDIVISION ITEM NO.: 9 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-8294-A The ten (10) new lots were proposed for development with single-family residences in a patio home style. Four (4) of the eleven (11) lots in Oak Glen Subdivision would meet the typical City lot size standard of 7,000 square feet. The five (5) smallest lots contained 5,486 square feet with a 50-foot lot width and 109.72 foot lot depth. The homes contained a minimum of 1,400 square feet of heated and cooled space, with the more common size estimated to be closer to 1,700 square feet. The subdivision was to have restrictions stated in the Bill of Assurance and the homes would be built with a combination of materials, including low maintenance exteriors such as rock, brick or siding. A condition of the approval was there would be no streetlights installed within the subdivision. The subdivision would also be enclosed with an eight (8) foot fence at the time of final platting of the subdivision. A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT: The applicant is requesting to amend the previously approved PD-R to modify the phasing plan. The applicant is proposing, in the first phase, the sale of the existing home located on Lot 9 and the final platting of Lot 8 for construction of a new home. The applicant is also requesting to begin construction of a model home on proposed Lot 11 prior to final platting of the subdivision. Proposed Lot 9 contains an existing single-family structure with driveway access and utility service from Watt Street. The applicant is requesting to final plat Lot 9 upon approval of the revision to the PD-R. In addition the applicant is requesting to final plat Lot 8 upon approval of the PD-R request. Access and utilities to Lot 8 can be obtained from Watt Street. The applicant also requesting the construction a model home within the area identified on the site plan as Lot 11 prior to the construction of Oak Glen Lane and the final platting of the remaining lots within the subdivision. No other changes are proposed. B. EXISTING CONDITIONS: The site contains an existing single-family home with a number of trees located on the site. The area is characterized primarily by single-family detached residences. There are developments in the area, which contain attached single- family units; the Glen Abbey Court Development, the Chimney Cove Town homes and Sheraton Court Condominiums. There are two schools in the area, the Anthony School and Ms. Selma's Montessori School. There are two (2) churches located to the south of the site- 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 proposed site, the 2 November 4, 2010 SUBDIVISION ITEM NO.: 9 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-829 Merriwether Neighborhood Association along with all residents, who could be identified, located within 300-feet of the site were notified of the Public Hearing. D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS: PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS- 1 . The City street section design detail requires 7" of base course and 3 inches of asphalt. 2. Repair or replace any curb and gutter or sidewalk that is damaged in the public right-of-way prior to occupancy. 3. 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. 4. Stormwater detention ordinance applies to this property. Show the proposed location for stormwater detention facilities on the plan. 5. With the present design, residential waste cannot be collected from Lot 7. A proposed location that considers the City's collection vehicle capabilities should be provided. Residential waste from Lot 8 must be picked up on Watt Street. E. UTILITIES AND FIRE DEPARTMENT/COUNTY PLANNING: Wastewater: Sewer main extension required with easements. 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 required in order to provide service to this property. Additional fire hydrant(s) will be required. Contact the Little Rock Fire Department to obtain information regarding the required placement of the hydrant(s) and contact Central Arkansas Water regarding procedures for installation of the hydrant(s). 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. 3 November 4, 2010 SUBDIVISION ITEM NO.: 9 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-8294-A Fire Department: Additional fire hydrant will be required at Watt Street and Oak Glen Lane. Contact Little Rock Fire Department for more information. County Planning: No comment. CATA: The site is not located on a dedicated CATA Bus Route. F. ISSUES/TECHNICAL/DESIGN: Planning Division: This request is located in the West Little Rock Planning District. The Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density. The applicant has applied for a Planned Development Residential to revise a previously approved plan to modify phasing. The request does not require a change to the Land Use Plan. This area is covered by the Midtown Neighborhood Action Plan. The Housing Goal states: "To maintain and enhance overall quality and value of housing." The addition of new single family homes could be seen as enhancing the quality of the area. Master Street Plan: Watt Street is shown as a Local Street. The primary function of a Local Street is to provide access to adjacent properties. Local Streets which are abutted by non-residential zoning/use or more intensive zoning than duplexes are considered as "Commercial Streets". These streets have a design standard the same as a Collector. 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. Landscape: 1. The site plan must comply with the City's landscape and buffer ordinance requirements. 2. No comments on this detached single family use. G. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (October 14, 2010) The applicant was not present. Staff stated there were no outstanding technical issues in need of addressing related to the site plan. Staff stated the request was to amend the previously approved PD-R to allow for a phasing plan. Staff stated the developers were requesting to final plat Lots 8 and 9 with the first phase. The second phase would include the construction of Oak Glenn Lane and the final platting of the remainder of the lots. 51 November 4, 2010 SUBDIVISION ITEM NO.: 9 (Cont. FILE NO.: Z-8294-A There was no further discussion of the item. The Committee then forwarded the item to the full Commission for final action. H. ANALYSIS: There were no outstanding issues associated with the. request raised at the Subdivision Committee meeting that required addressing via a revised site plan. The request is to amend the previously approved PD-R to modify the phasing plan for the subdivision. In the original approval the final platting of the subdivision was to occur in a single phase. With the current request the subdivision would be final platted in two (2) phases with Lots 8 and 9 final platted in the first phase and the remaining lots final platted upon installation of the new street and utilities to serve the new lots. There is an existing home located on Lot 9 which has utilities and access from Watt Street. Proposed Lot 8 is located just north of Lot 9 and can be provided access and utilities from Watt Street. This lot is proposed for sale to an individual for construction of a new home. Only these two (2) lots will be final platted upon approval of the PD-R request. The applicant's have also indicated they desire to begin a model home on proposed Lot 11 prior to final platting of the subdivision. Access and utilities to the home can be provided from Watt Street. The applicant is not proposing any other modifications to the previously approved plan. According to the original approval an eight (8) foot would be installed along the southern perimeter. The remaining fencing was to be a combination of wood, brick or a metal and masonry combination. Interior fences were allowed on individual lots not to exceed eight feet in height constructed of similar materials. A subdivision identification sign was approved not to exceed six (6) feet in height and thirty-two (32) square feet in area. The sign was proposed on Watt Street at the entrance to the subdivision. The new home construction is to range from 1,400 to 1,800 square feet for single level homes and 1,500 to 2,400 square feet for two level homes. The maximum building height allowed is 35-feet. The structures are to be constructed of wood frame construction with low maintenance exteriors including fiber cement or vinyl siding, brick, real or simulated rock or brick or a combination of these materials. Accessory structures such as swimming pools, detached garages and other outbuildings are allowed per the R-2, Single-family zoning district. The front setback was approved at 15-feet and a 20-foot rear yard setback was approved. The side yard setback was approved at five (5) feet. The request allowed for accessory structures to be constructed within the rear yard area as 5 November 4, 2010 .,I IRni\/rginw ITEM NO.: 9 FILE NO.: Z-8294-A allowed per the R-2, Single-family zoning district. The approval allowed a variance from the minimum lot size requirement of the Subdivision Ordinance. The lots sizes range from 5,486 square feet to 7,000 square feet. The proposed density of the development is 4.6 units per acre. A variance was approved from Section 36-460(h)(1), the minimum requirement for common usable open space. The area south of Oak Glen Lane and east of Lot 1 would be designated as common open space as indicated on the approved site plan. As a single-family detached residential development, each lot would include open space in the front, rear and side yards sufficient to meet the needs of the residences. A minimum of 500 square feet of usable private open space per lot was indicated. There are also public parks in the area including Reservoir Park and biking trails are available in close proximity of the development. Staff is supportive of the request to revise the phasing plan for the subdivision. All other aspects of the development will remain as with the original approval. Staff does not feel the revision to allow the final platting of the subdivision in two (2) phases and the construction of a model home prior to final platting of the remainder of the subdivision will significantly impact the development or the area. 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. Staff continues to recommend approval of the variance request from the Subdivision Ordinance to allow the placement of two (2) of the lots (Lots 8 and 9) as double frontage lots. Staff recommends approval of the variance request from Section 36-460(h)(1), the minimum requirement for common usable open space. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (NOVEMBR 4, 2010) The applicant was present. There were no 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. Staff stated they continued to recommend approval of the variance request from the Subdivision Ordinance to allow the placement of two (2) of the lots (Lots 8 and 9) as double frontage lots and the variance request from Section 36-460(h)(1), the minimum requirement for common usable open space. n November 4, 2010 SUBDIVISION ITEM NO.: 9 Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-8294-A There was no further discussion of the item. The Chair entertained a motion for placement on the Consent Agenda as presented by staff. The motion carried by a vote of 9 ayes, 0 noes, 0 absent and 2 open positions. 7 FILE NO.: Z-8294-A NAME: Oak Glenn Revised Short -form PD-R LOCATION: Located in the 1900 Block of Watt Street DEVELOPER: The Brown Company Remodelers Inc. 5119 West 33rd Street Little Rock, AR 72204 ENGINEER: Garner Engineering 9300 Professor Drive Little Rock, AR 72227 AREA: 2.39 acres CURRENT ZONING ALLOWED USES NUMBER OF LOTS: 11 R-2, Single-family Single-family residential PROPOSED ZONING: PD-R PROPOSED USE: Single-family residential VARIANCESIWAIVERS REQUESTED: FT. NEW STREET: 350 LF 1. A variance from Section 36-460(h)(1), the minimum requirement for common usable open space. 2. A variance from the Subdivision Ordinance Section 31-232(d). BACKGROUND: Ordinance No. 19,918 adopted by the Little Rock Board of Directors on February 5, 2008, rezoned the site from R-2, Single-family to PD-R to allow the development of 2.39 acres with a new single-family subdivision. The development included a new public street named Oak Glen Lane. The subdivision was to contain eleven (11) lots. The existing home would be maintained and platted on one (1) of the eleven (11) lots. FILE NO.: Z-8294-A (Cont. The ten (10) new lots were proposed for development with single-family residences in a patio home style. Four (4) of the eleven (11) lots in Oak Glen Subdivision would meet the typical City lot size standard of 7,000 square feet. The five (5) smallest lots contained 5,486 square feet with a 50-foot lot width and 109.72 foot lot depth. The homes contained a minimum of 1,400 square feet of heated and cooled space, with the more common size estimated to be closer to 1,700 square feet. The subdivision was to have restrictions stated in the Bill of Assurance and the homes would be built with a combination of materials, including low maintenance exteriors such as rock, brick or siding. A condition of the approval was there would be no streetlights installed within the subdivision. The subdivision would also be enclosed with an eight (8) foot fence at the time of final platting of the subdivision. A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT: The applicant is requesting to amend the previously approved PD-R to modify the phasing plan. The applicant is proposing, in the first phase, the sale of the existing home located on Lot 9 and the final platting of Lot 8 for construction of a new home. The applicant is also requesting to begin construction of a model home on proposed Lot 11 prior to final platting of the subdivision. Proposed Lot 9 contains an existing single-family structure with driveway access and utility service from Watt Street. The applicant is requesting to final plat Lot 9 upon approval of the revision to the PD-R. In addition the applicant is requesting to final plat Lot 8 upon approval of the PD-R request. Access and utilities to Lot 8 can be obtained from Watt Street. The applicant also requesting the construction a model home within the area identified on the site plan as Lot 11 prior to the construction of Oak Glen Lane and the final platting of the remaining lots within the subdivision. No other changes are proposed. B. EXISTING CONDITIONS: The site contains an existing single-family home with a number of trees located on the site. The area is characterized primarily by single-family detached residences. There are developments in the area, which contain attached single- family units; the Glen Abbey Court Development, the Chimney Cove Town homes and Sheraton Court Condominiums. There are two schools in the area, the Anthony School and Ms. Selma's Montessori School. There are two (2) churches located to the south of the site. 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 proposed site, the Merriwether Neighborhood Association along with all residents, who could be identified, located within 300-feet of the site were notified of the Public Hearing. 2 FILE NO.: Z-8294-A (Cont.) D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS: PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS: 1. The City street section design detail requires 7" of base course and 3 inches of asphalt. 2. Repair or replace any curb and gutter or sidewalk that is damaged in the public right-of-way prior to occupancy. 3. 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. 4. Stormwater detention ordinance applies to this property. Show the proposed location for stormwater detention facilities on the plan. 5. With the present design, residential waste cannot be collected from Lot 7. A proposed location that considers the City's collection vehicle capabilities should be provided. Residential waste from Lot 8 must be picked up on Watt Street. E. UTILITIES AND FIRE DEPARTMENT/COUNTY PLANNING: Wastewater: Sewer main extension required with easements. Enter : 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 required in order to provide service to this property. Additional fire hydrant(s) will be required. Contact the Little Rock Fire Department to obtain information regarding the required placement of the hydrant(s) and contact Central Arkansas Water regarding procedures for installation of the hydrant(s). 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: Additional fire hydrant will be required at Watt Street and Oak Glen Lane. Contact Little Rock Fire Department for more information. County Planning: No comment. CATA: The site is not located on a dedicated CATA Bus Route. 3 FILE NO.: Z-8294-A (Cont.) F. ISSUES/TECHNICAL/DESIGN: Planning Division: This request is located in the West Little Rock Planning District. The Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density. The applicant has applied for a Planned Development Residential to revise a previously approved plan to modify phasing. The request does not require a change to the Land Use Plan. This area is covered by the Midtown Neighborhood Action Plan. The Housing Goal states: "To maintain and enhance overall quality and value of housing." The addition of new single family homes could be seen as enhancing the quality of the area. Master Street Plan: Watt Street is shown as a Local Street. The primary function of a Local Street is to provide access to adjacent properties. Local Streets which are abutted by non-residential zoning/use or more intensive zoning than duplexes are considered as "Commercial Streets". These streets have a design standard the same as a Collector. 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. Landscape: 1. The site plan must comply with the City's landscape and buffer ordinance requirements. 2. No comments on this detached single family use. G. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (October 14, 2010) The applicant was not present. Staff stated there were no outstanding technical issues in need of addressing related to the site plan. Staff stated the request was to amend the previously approved PD-R to allow for a phasing plan. Staff stated the developers were requesting to final plat Lots 8 and 9 with the first phase. The second phase would include the construction of Oak Glenn Lane and the final platting of the remainder of the lots. There was no further discussion of the item. The Committee then forwarded the item to the full Commission for final action. H. ANALYSIS: There were no outstanding issues associated with the request raised at the Subdivision Committee meeting that required addressing via a revised site plan. The request is to amend the previously approved PD-R to modify the phasing plan for the subdivision. In the original approval the final platting of the subdivision was to occur in a single phase. With the current request the subdivision would be final platted in two (2) phases with Lots 8 and 9 final platted E FILE NO.: Z-8294-A (Cont.) in the first phase and the remaining lots final platted upon installation of the new street and utilities to serve the new lots. There is an existing home located on Lot 9 which has utilities and access from Watt Street. Proposed Lot 8 is located just north of Lot 9 and can be provided access and utilities from Watt Street. This lot is proposed for sale to an individual for construction of a new home. Only these two (2) lots will be final platted upon approval of the PD-R request. The applicant's have also indicated they desire to begin a model home on proposed Lot 11 prior to final platting of the subdivision. Access and utilities to the home can be provided from Watt Street. The applicant is not proposing any other modifications to the previously approved plan. According to the original approval an eight (8) foot would be installed along the southern perimeter. The remaining fencing was to be a combination of wood, brick or a metal and masonry combination. Interior fences were allowed on individual lots not to exceed eight feet in height constructed of similar materials. A subdivision identification sign was approved not to exceed six (6) feet in height and thirty-two (32) square feet in area. The sign was proposed on Watt Street at the entrance to the subdivision. The new home construction is to range from 1,400 to 1,800 square feet for single level homes and 1,500 to 2,400 square feet for two level homes. The maximum building height allowed is 35-feet. The structures are to be constructed of wood frame construction with low maintenance exteriors including fiber cement or vinyl siding, brick, real or simulated rock or brick or a combination of these materials. Accessory structures such as swimming pools, detached garages and other outbuildings are allowed per the R-2, Single-family zoning district. The front setback was approved at 15-feet and a 20-foot rear yard setback was approved. The side yard setback was approved at five (5) feet. The request allowed for accessory structures to be constructed within the rear yard area as allowed per the R-2, Single-family zoning district. The approval allowed a variance from the minimum lot size requirement of the Subdivision Ordinance. The lots sizes range from 5,486 square feet to 7,000 square feet. The proposed density of the development is 4.6 units per acre. A variance was approved from Section 36-460(h)(1), the minimum requirement for common usable open space. The area south of Oak Glen Lane and east of Lot 1 would be designated as common open space as indicated on the approved site plan. As a single-family detached residential development, each lot would include open space in the front, rear and side yards sufficient to meet the needs of the residences. A minimum of 500 square feet of usable private open space per lot was indicated. There are also public parks in the area including Reservoir Park and biking trails are available in close proximity of the development. F7 FILE NO.: Z-8294-A (Cont. Staff is supportive of the request to revise the phasing plan for the subdivision. All other aspects of the development will remain as with the original approval. Staff does not feel the revision to allow the final platting of the subdivision in two (2) phases and the construction of a model home prior to final platting of the remainder of the subdivision will significantly impact the development or the area. 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. Staff continues to recommend approval of the variance request from the Subdivision Ordinance to allow the placement of two (2) of the lots (Lots 8 and 9) as double frontage lots. Staff recommends approval of the variance request from Section 36-460(h)(1), the minimum requirement for common usable open space. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (NOVEMBER 4, 2010) The applicant was present. There were no 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. Staff stated they continued to recommend approval of the variance request from the Subdivision Ordinance to allow the placement of two (2) of the lots (Lots 8 and 9) as double frontage lots and the variance request from Section 36-460(h)(1), the minimum requirement for common usable open space. There was no further discussion of the item. The Chair entertained a motion for placement on the Consent Agenda as presented by staff. The motion carried by a vote of 9 ayes, 0 noes, 0 absent and 2 open positions. A ITEM NO.: 9. [Z-8294-A NAME: Oak Glenn Revised Short -form PD-R LOCATION: located in the 1900 Block of Watt Street Planning Staff Comments: 1. Provide notification of abutting property owners 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 October 20, 2010. The Office of Planning and Development must receive the proof of notice no later than November 29, 2010. 2. The site plan indicates a maximum buildable area with the front, rear and side yard setbacks indicated. The development is proposed containing 2.39 acres and 11 single-family residential lots resulting in a density of 4.6 units per acre. The ordinance typically sets residential guidelines for development of single- family at 4 units per acre and zero lot line/patio home development at 4 — 6 units per acre. 3. Is any fencing proposed within the development? If so provide the location of the proposed fencing including a note indicating the construction materials along with the total height. 4. Provide the proposed square footages of the homes. Provide the proposed construction materials. Provide the maximum building height of the proposed structures. 5. Will there be a subdivision identification sign located at the entrance to the proposed subdivision? Provide the location along with the total height and area. Single-family is typically allowed a maximum sign area of thirty-two square feet and a maximum sign height of six feet. 6. Are interior fences proposed with the new construction or by the future homeowners? Include a note on the site plan including the total height and construction material to allow fencing to occur. 7. Are accessory structures allowed, including outbuildings and swimming pools as a part of the Bill of Assurance. If these are desired include a note on the proposed site plan to allow accessory structures per the R-2, Single-family zoning district. 8. Will the area located south of Oak Glen Lane be a part of Lot 1? If not who will be responsible for maintaining this area. 9. Lots 8 and 9 are indicated as double frontage lots. Will access be permitted from Watt Street? If not indicate a no right of vehicular access easement (10- feet) along the lot frontages. 10. Staff would suggest the site plan be revised reducing the front building line to 15-feet and increasing- the rear building line to 20-feet. The development could add language to allow accessory structures and pools within the rear yard area of the site plan. Variance/Waivers: None requested. Public Works Conditions: 1. The City street section design detail requires 7" of base course and 3 inches of asphalt. 2. Repair or replace any curb and gutter or sidewalk that is damaged in the public right-of-way prior to occupancy. 3. If disturbed area is one (1) or more acres, obtain a NPDES storm water permit from the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality prior to the start of construction. 4. Storm water detention ordinance applies to this property. Show the proposed location for storm water detention facilities on the plan. 5. With the present design, residential waste cannot be collected from Lot 7. A proposed location that considers the City's collection vehicle capabilities should be provided. Residential waste from Lot 8 must be picked up on Watt Street. Utilities and Fire Department/County Planning: Wastewater: Sewer main extension required with easements. Enter : 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 required in order to provide service to this property. Additional fire hydrant(s) will be required. Contact the Little Rock Fire Department to obtain information regarding the required placement of the hydrant(s) and contact Central Arkansas Water regarding procedures for installation of the hydrant(s). 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: Additional fire hydrant will be required at Watt Street and Oak Glen Lane. Contact Little Rock Fire Department for more information. County Planning: No comment. CATA: The site is not located on a dedicated CATA Bus Route. Plannina Division: This request is located in the West Little Rock Planning District. The Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density. The applicant has applied for a Planned Development Residential to revise a previously approved plan to modify phasing. The request does not require a change to the Land Use Plan. This area is covered by the Midtown Neighborhood Action Plan. The Housing Goal states: "To maintain and enhance overall quality and value of housing." The addition of new single family homes could be seen as enhancing the quality of the area. Master Street Plan: Watt Street is shown as a Local Street. The primary function of a Local Street is to provide access to adjacent properties. Local Streets which are abutted by non-residential zoning/use or more intensive zoning than duplexes are considered as "Commercial Streets". These streets have a design standard the same as a Collector. 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. Landscape: 1. The site plan must comply with the City's minimum landscape and buffer ordinance requirements. 2. No comments on this detached single family use. 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, October 20, 2010.