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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZ-8503-B Staff AnalysisFILE NO.: Z-8503-B NAME: The Pointe at Brodie Creek Revised Long -form PRD LOCATION: Located at 3400 South Bowman Road DEVELOPER: The Pointe at Brodie Creek, LLC 9800 Maumelle Boulevard Maumelle, AR 72113 ENGINEER: White-Daters and Associates 24 Rahling Circle Little Rock, AR 72223 AREA: 41.9 acres CURRENT ZONING: ALLOWED USES PROPOSED ZONING PROPOSED USE: NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF P D-R Planned Development — Multi -family Revised PD-R Add an additional building — 18 additional units VARIANCESNVAIVERS REQUESTED: None requested. BACKGROUND: The Little Rock Board of Directors adopted Ordinance No. 20,208 on January 5, 2010, which rezoned approximately 42 acres located near the northwest corner of West 36tn Street and South Bowman Road from R-2, Single-family to PD-R. The approval allowed the construction of 485 units of multi -family housing at a density of 11.45 units per acre. The project included twenty (20) buildings with twenty-four (24) units per building, 3 units over the maintenance building and 2 units over the clubhouse. Garages, carports and a maintenance building were also included on the site plan. The site was to contain a wellness center and pool. The project was proposed as a gated community with a security fence around the perimeter. A variance from the Land FILE NO.: Z-8503-B (Cont. Alteration Ordinance to allow advanced grading of Phase II with the construction of Phase I was approved by the Commission at their December 3, 2009, public hearing. The approval included a waiver of the stormwater detention ordinance requirements as well. On February 16, 2012, the Commission was to hear a request to allow the elimination of a portion of the northern land use buffer. The request also included a variance from the City's Land Alteration Ordinance to advance grade (without imminent construction) along the northern property line on an adjacent property. All other requirements of the approved PD-R were to remain. The request was withdrawn prior to the Commission meeting. A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT. The current request is to amend the previously approved PRD to add an additional building containing 18-units and 29-parking spaces. The building is proposed similar to the existing construction within the development. The buildings are proposed three stories with a maximum building height of 45-feet. Other conditions of the previous approval continue to apply. The total allowable units for the site would be 503 at an overall density of 12.01 units per acre. B. EXISTING CONDITIONS: Construction is completed for the first phase of the development and the second phase of the apartment development is underway. This area of South Bowman Road contains primarily residential uses located on acreage. The property to the north is a 25+ acre parcel and is heavily wooded. There are single-family homes located south of this site and further south is a parcel zoned 0-2, Office and Institutional District which also contains single-family homes. East, across South Bowman Road, is wooded property containing 50+ acres and is currently zoned R-2, Single-family. C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: As of this writing, staff has not received any comment from area residents. All property owners located within 200-feet of the site along with the Woodlands Edge Community Association and the John Barrow Neighborhood Association were notified of the public hearing. D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS: PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS: 1. 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. 2 FILE NO.: Z-8503-B (Cont. 2. Stormwater detention ordinance applies to this property. Is the applicant requesting, a waiver of stormwater detention? 3. If disturbed area is 1 or more acres, obtain a NPDES stormwater permit from the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality prior to the start of construction. 4. A special Grading Permit for Flood Hazard Areas will be required per Section 8-283 prior to construction. 5. The minimum Finish Floor elevation of at least 1 foot above the base flood elevation is required to be shown on plat and grading plans. 6. In accordance with Section 31-176, floodway areas must be shown as floodway easements or be dedicated to the public. In addition, a 25 foot wide access easement is required adjacent to the floodway boundary. E. UTILITIES AND FIRE DEPARTMENT/COUNTY PLANNING: Wastewater: Sewer available to this project. Entergy: No comment received. Center -Point Energy: No comment received. AT & T: No comment received. Central Arkansas Water: 1. All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water service must be met. 2. A Capital Investment Charge is applicable to all connections off the waterlines along Bowman Road as well as the 24". 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. 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 Little Rock Fire Department is required. 4. A water main extension is needed to provide water 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). 3 FILE NO.: Z-8503-B Cont.) 5. 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. 6. A 24-inch water line crosses this site within a 15-foot wide waterline easement on the southwest side of the property. Care must be taken to protect the water line and any appurtenances, such as access and air release vaults which may be in the area. No signs, light poles, dumpster pads or other structures on foundations will be allowed within the existing 15-foot waterline easement. Paved parking and driveways are allowed. Fire Department: Place fire hydrant(s) per code. Maintain access. There must be two ways to exit and enter the subdivision. Contact the Little Rock Fire Department for additional information. County Planning: No comment. CATA: The site is not located on a dedicated CATA Bus Route. Parks and Recreation: No comment received. F. ISSUES/TECHNICAL/DESIGN: Planning Division: This request is located in the Ellis Mountain Planning District. The Land Use Plan shows Residential Medium Density (RM) for this property. The Residential Medium Density category accommodates a broad range of housing types including single family attached, single family detached, duplex, town homes, multi -family and patio or garden homes. Any combination of these and possibly other housing types may fall in this category provided that the density is between six (6) and twelve (12) dwelling units per acre. The applicant has applied for a revision to the existing PRD (Planned Residential District) zoning to allow an additional building with 18 units on this site. Master Street Plan: Bowman Road is shown as a Minor Arterial 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 Bowman 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: A Class II Bike Lanes are shown along Bowman Road. Bike Lanes provide a portion of the pavement for the sole use of bicycles. Landscape: All comment of previous approval continue to apply. 51 FILE NO.: Z-8503-B (Cont. G. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (May 8, 2013) Mr. Joe White of White-Daters and Associates was present. Staff presented the item stating there were no outstanding technical issues associated with the request. Staff noted the Public Works comments and conditions were as previously provided and continued with the current application request. Staff noted comments from the other reporting departments and agencies suggesting the applicant contact them individually for additional clarification. There was no further discussion of the item. The Committee then forwarded the item to the full Commission for final action. H. ANALYSIS: There were no outstanding technical issues associated with the request in need of addressing raised at the May 8, 2013, Subdivision Committee meeting. The request is to amend the previously approved PRD to add an additional building containing 18-units and 29-parking spaces. The building is proposed similar to the existing construction within the development. The building is proposed three stories with a maximum building height of 45-feet. Staff is supportive of the request. The addition of 18 units will allow an increase in the overall density from 11.45 units per acre to 12.01 units per acre. All other previous approval conditions continue to apply. To staff's knowledge there are no remaining outstanding technical issues associated with the request. STAFF RECOMMENDATION; Staff recommends approval of the request subject to compliance with the comments and conditions as outlined in paragraphs D, E and F of the agenda staff report. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (MAY 30, 2013) 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. There was no further discussion of the item. The Chair entertained a motion for approval of the item as presented by staff. The motion carried by a vote of 8 ayes, 0 noes, 2 absent and 1 open position. 5 ITEM NO.: 16, Z-8503-B NAME: The Pointe at Brodie Creek Revised Long -form PRD LOCATION: located at 3400 South Bowman Road Planning Staff Comments: Provide notification of 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 May 15, 2013. The Office of Planning and Development must receive the proof of notice no later than May 24, 2013. Variance/Waivers: Public Works Conditions: 1. 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. 2. Stormwater detention ordinance applies to this property. Is the applicant requesting, a waiver of stormwater detention? 3. If disturbed area is 1 or more acres, obtain a NPDES stormwater permit from the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality prior to the start of construction. 4. A special Grading Permit for Flood Hazard Areas will be required per Section 8-283 prior to construction. 5. The minimum Finish Floor elevation of at least 1 foot above the base flood elevation is required to be shown on plat and grading plans. 6. In accordance with Section 31-176, floodway areas must be shown as floodway easements or be dedicated to the public. In addition, a 25 foot wide access easement is required adjacent to the floodway boundary. Utilities and Fire Department/County Planning: Wastewater: Sewer available to this project. Entergy: No comment received - Center -Point Energy: No comment received. AT & T: No comment received. Central Arkansas Water: Item # 16. 1. All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water service must be met. 2. A Capital Investment Charge is applicable to all connections off the waterlines along Bowman Road as well as the 24". 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. 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 Little Rock Fire Department is required. 4. A water main extension is needed to provide water 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). 5. 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. 6. A 24-inch water line crosses this site within a 15-foot wide waterline easement on the southwest side of the property. Care must be taken to protect the water line and any appurtenances, such as access and air release vaults which may be in the area. No signs, light poles, dumpster pads or other structures on foundations will be allowed within the existing 15-foot waterline easement. Paved parking and driveways are allowed. Fire Department: Place fire hydrant(s) per code. Maintain access. There must be two ways to exit and enter the subdivision. Contact the Little Rock Fire Department for additional information. County Planning: No comment. CATA: The site is not located on a dedicated CATA Bus Route. Parks and Recreation: No comment received. Planning Division: This request is located in the Ellis Mountain Planning District. The Land Use Plan shows Residential Medium Density (RM) for this property. The Residential Medium Density category accommodates a broad range of housing types including single family attached, single family detached, duplex, town homes, multi- family and patio or garden homes. Any combination of these and possibly other housing types may fall in this category provided that the density is between six (6) and twelve (12) dwelling units per acre. The applicant has applied for a revision to the existing PRD (Planned Residential District) zoning to allow an additional building with 18 units on this site. Master Street Plan: Bowman Road is shown as a Minor Arterial on the Master Street Plan. A Minor primary function Arterial provides connections to and through an urban area and their is to provide short distance travel within the urbanized area. Entrances Item # 16. and exits should be limited to minimize negative effects of traffic and pedestrians on Bowman 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: A Class II Bike Lanes are shown along Bowman Road. Bike Lanes provide a portion of the pavement for the sole use of bicycles. Landscape: No comment. 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, May 15, 2013. Item # 16.