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CONSULTING
May 13, 2024
Brad Jordan
City of Little Rock
Planning and Development
723 W. Market Stret Little Rock, AR 72201-1334
RE: Rezoning Request Kaufman Road (Hope Job #24-0383)
129 North Main Street, Benton, Arkansas 72015
W 501-315-2626 (e) www.HopeConsulting.com
Location: Parcels 44LO800002400 and 44LO800001300 @ 1222 Kaufman Road, Little Rock, AR 72211
Existing Zoning: 03 (General Office)
Proposed Zoning: PZD (Planned Zoning Development)
Future Land Use: Hotel Servies
Acreage of property to be rezoned: 2.20 acres
Dear Mr. Jordan,
I hope this letter finds you well.
On behalf of our esteemed client, KB Hospitality LLC, I am writing to formally request the rezoning of Parcels
44LO800002400 and 44LO800001300 located at 1222 Kaufman Road, Little Rock, AR 72211. Our proposal entails a
transition from the current zoning designation of 03 (General Office) to a PZD (Planned Zoning Development)
classification, with the intention of facilitating the establishment of a hotel development on the premises. It is
pertinent to note that the two parcels in question will be combined into a single parcel.
Situated on the western side of Kaufman Road, the property enjoys proximity to various commercial business and
zoning districts that work well with our proposed project. Adjacent to the east lies an 03 General Office District, while
to the south, an 02 Office and Institutional District accommodates the Hampton Inn. Similarly, towards the west,
establishments such as Cadence Bank and Arkansas Federal Credit Union operate within an 02 Office and
Institutional District. Notably, to the north of the property stands a PD-C district hosting two restaurants. Our
proposal outlines a Front Building Setback of 25' facing Kaufman Road on the eastern periphery, with the remaining
sides adhering to 15' Building Setback Lines.
Aligned with the prevalent landscape and in resonance with the burgeoning needs of the city, our vision entails the
establishment of a 97-room hotel on this parcel. This endeavor not only complements the existing infrastructure but
also augments the city's hospitality offerings. Importantly, I wish to highlight that none of the 2.2-acre property falls
within a floodplain, ensuring resilience and safety in the face of environmental challenges.
HOPE
CO0SULTIN6
rzq North Main Street, Benton, Arkansas 72015
(t) 501-315-2626 (e) www.HopeConsulting.com
Furthermore, the parcel benefits from the presence of essential utilities and infrastructure. A gravity sewer is
conveniently situated on the southern and eastern fringes of the property, while a 12" Water Main traverses the
eastern side, underscoring the suitability of the site for the proposed development.
We approach this endeavor with optimism and eagerness to collaborate with the City of Little Rock in realizing a
development that embodies excellence and contributes meaningfully to the community. We eagerly await your
considered review and anticipate the opportunity to work hand in hand towards a shared vision of progress and
prosperity. We look forward to presenting this project at the July Planning Commission meeting.
Sincerely,
Jonathan Hope