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Aspen Acquisitions, LLC
4909 Lee Avenue
Little Rock, AR 72205
addisonmiller ra erties mail. ootn
870-315-5346
November 5, 2023
Little Rock Department of Planning and Development
723 West Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72201
Dear Members of the Planning and Development Committee,
I am writing to submit an application for rezoning our property located at 4909 Lee Ave, Little
Rock, AR 72205 — nestled in the heart of Hillcrest and only a stone's throw from UAMS and
CHI St. Vincent. When our small team of Arkansas natives purchased this house, it was
structurally unsound and essentially uninhabitable. Over the course of 2022, we poured our
hearts into revitalizing this historic home. From foundation to roof, every part of this home
required at least some level of work, and we are so proud to have restored it to something warm
and inviting while also preserving its unique Hillcrest character.
At the time of purchasing this house, we saw a need for families traveling from out of town to
UAMS, CHI St. Vincent, Baptist Health, and Arkansas Children's Hospital. When these families
come to Little Rock with loved ones receiving treatment at Little Rock hospitals, they often must
be separated into several hotel rooms. When families are already dealing with distressing health
issues, we want to provide them a retreat where they stay together, cook and share meals with
one another, and all relax in one dwelling. The comfort of a home allows families to bond and
care for each other when they need it most. This is the mission for 4909 Lee Avenue.
This home has served as a short -rental haven to many travelers. Moreover, we have even had
former residents of Hillcrest book stays as a nostalgic retreat, visiting old friends, and rekindling
the memories of the neighborhood they once called home. It has truly been a pleasure providing
a temporary home to our guests. We aspire to continue offering this service to keep families
traveling to Little Rock together.
We sincerely hope for the understanding and approval of the committee and neighborhood to be
able to continue serving others with our mission driving us forward. Thank you for considering
our application.
Warm regards,
Aspen Acquisitions, LLC