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INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS (COA)
1. The applicant (owner or authorized agent) shall provide a complete application to the Office of the
Department of Planning and Development, 723 W. Markham, Little Rock, Arkansas, consisting of the
required submittals below. An application must be complete at the time of filing. Any additional documents
requested by Staff for clarification and review must be submitted to staff no later than three (3) weeks
before the meeting date.
A. Cover Letter
B. COA Application
C. Photographs
D. List of Materials
E. Proof of Ownership
F. Other Required Submittals: (survey, site plan, scaled elevations, reports, etc.)
2. Filing Fee: Payment of a filing fee is required no later than the published docket closing date. Said fees are
established by the City’s adopted Fee ordinance (Ordinance No. 21,676). The filing fee is set at $100.00.
3. Submittals: A. Cover Letter
The cover letter should set forth the project rationale, the intent of use, and information to thoroughly
inform the Commission on the issue.
B. COA Application
The application can be found on Page 5 of this packet.
C. Photos
Current color photographs (all elevations) of property showing its present condition. Include color
photographs of adjacent structures. High resolution digital images in jpeg format preferred.
D. List of Materials
A complete list of proposed materials shall be submitted. Samples of materials, brochures, pamphlets,
website links, or other literature shall be submitted at time of filing for proposed substitute or
replacement materials.
E. Proof of Ownership
The applicant or representative must provide proof of ownership of the project property or complete
the Certificate of Appropriateness Authorization of Representation Affidavit.
(1) Provide proof of ownership or authorization to pursue a COA. Valid forms proving ownership are:
a current property tax bill, escrow letter, grant deed, deed of trust, mortgage statement, or tax
assessment card showing ownership. Telephone bills, utility bills, or driver's licenses as proof of
ownership are not acceptable.
(2) If Renting Property: Current lease or rental agreement AND a notarized statement from the
property manager or property owner for you to pursue a COA.
F. For New Construction, Additions or Modifications to Existing Structures, or Moving a Building into the
District
(1) The owner or authorized representative of any infill project (new principal buildings) are required
to file for Pre-Application Review. Infill is the addition of a principal structure to a vacant lot.
Preapplication Review meetings are strongly recommended for all other projects.
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Department of Planning and Development 723 West Markham Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 - 1334 Phone: (501) 371 - 4790 Fax : (501) 371 - 4546 www.littlerock.gov
City of Little Rock
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(2) Scaled drawings shall include: Site plan or Survey showing all current and proposed
improvements including all driveways, parking areas, sidewalks, fences, property lines, and
outbuildings; Floor plan for understanding development; and Scaled elevations showing
proposed appearance and its relationship to adjacent and nearby buildings.
(3) The owner/applicant shall submit one set of scaled drawings, either hard copy or digital (PDF or
another approved format). Digital submittals are preferred. Illegible or incomplete drawings will
not be accepted.
(4) All building materials described in the Design Guidelines should be noted on the drawings,
including but not limited to: doors, windows, awnings, steps, railings, walls, roofs, gutters,
chimneys, foundations, decks, lighting, fences, parking areas, HVAC equipment, solar panels, and
signage.
(5) A description of materials for all exterior surfaces listed above shall be provided to Staff at time
of filing. Web site addresses are appropriate but cut sheets of individual materials are preferred.
G. For Demolitions Only
Submittals include but are not limited to the following:
(1) Copies of engineering reports to show soundness of structure.
(2) Copies of termite inspection to show infestation levels.
(3) Other engineering or professional reports to show cause for demolition.
(4) Other reports to demonstrate financial hardship.
4. Public Notice Requirements: After properly filing the application and paying the fee, the applicant shall give
notice as required below. The cost of these notices shall be borne by the applicant. (NOTE: This notice is not
a petition of approval or disapproval.)
A. Certified Mail & Public Notice Letter
Before the Historic District Commission shall consider a COA application, the petitioner for such action
shall first give not less than ten (10) days prior to the docketed hearing written notice of the time, place,
and date of public hearing thereon to all record owners of property situated within 200 feet thereof as
certified by a licensed abstractor. The “Notice of Public Hearing” form on Page 6 of this packet may be
used for this purpose. Said notice shall be sent by certified or registered mail to the last known address
of such record owner(s).
B. Return Receipt
Send the required notice by certified mail return receipt requested. The address on the back of the PS
Form 3811 Domestic Return Receipt shall be: “HDC File Number, Historic District Commission, Planning
and Development, 723 West Markham, Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334.” Staff will give applicants a
file number upon filing the application.
C. Affidavit
The petitioner shall execute and file with the Planning Staff an Affidavit showing compliance herewith
attaching as exhibits to said Affidavit official evidence that said notices have been so mailed. The Affidavit
at the bottom of the “Notice of Public Hearing” form must be signed before returning to Staff. Do not
cut or detach the affidavit on the bottom of this page from the notice form.
D. Property Sign
The applicant shall post the sign furnished at the time of filing at the front of the property so that it can
be seen from the street, at least ten (10) days before the meeting. If the subject property is located on
a corner or fronts two streets, one sign must be posted on each side to be viewed from both streets. If,
for any reason, the sign should be destroyed or torn down, a replacement must be obtained immediately
from this office.
E. Six (6) calendar days prior to the meeting, the applicant must submit the following to Staff:
(1) Green and white certified mail receipts (PS Form 3800 proof of mailing), stamped by the Post Office,
(2) Certified abstract list of property owners of record,
(3) Copy of the completed public notice letter with signed Affidavit.
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8. The applicant or authorized agent is required to be present at the scheduled public hearing in order to
answer questions the Commission or interested parties may have. If you bring handouts to the Commission
meeting, bring no less than nine (9) sets: one for each commissioner, one for Staff and one for the City
Attorney representative.
9. SUBMISSION OF AN INCOMPLETE APPLICATION OR NONCOMPLIANCE WITH THE ABOVE MAY CAUSE
YOUR APPLICATION TO BE WITHHELD AND NOT CONSIDERED AT THE MEETING AND MAY REQUIRE THE
PAYMENT OF AN ADDITIONAL FILING FEE AND/OR RE-NOTIFICATION OF PROPERTY OWNERS.
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CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS FLOW CHART
APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS
Address of Property: 700 South Rock Street, Little Rock, Arkansas 72202
Mailing Address: First Lutheran Church, 314 East 8th Street, Little Rock, Arkansas 72202 (Owner)
Legal Description of Property: W40’ OF 10 & ALL 11 & 12 BLK 2 11 1N 12W
STREET ADDRESS: 700 South Rock Street, Little Rock, Arkansas 72202
Owner/Agent (Printed Name): Edward T. Sergeant
Owner /Agent Street, City, State, & Zip: 1858 South Arch Street, Little Rock, Arkansas 72206
Owner /Agent Phone Number: (501) 350-6826
Owner /Agent Email: edwardsergeant@sbcglobal.net
Name of Applicant as it will appear on all correspondence and in Staff report:
Edward T. Sergeant
Brief Project Description: Stabilization of existing circa 1881 house, including exterior load bearing
masonry, trim, repair interior due to moisture infiltration, HVAC systems and improve accessibility in
compliance with the ADA. Replace infill window walls in rear (southwest) porch. The Owner, First Lutheran
Church, will continue to lease as office space in compliance with Conditional Use Permit Z-4176.
Estimated Cost of Improvements: $685,000
Zoning Classification: Is the proposed change a permitted use? □ Yes □ No There is no proposed change
for the Zoning Classification. The use is permitted as noted above.
Signature of Owner or Agent:
NOTE: Should there be changes during construction (design, materials, size, etc.) from the approved COA, applicant shall notify
Commission staff and take appropriate actions. Approval by the Commission does not excuse applicant or property from compliance
with other applicable codes, ordinances or policies of the city unless stated by the Commission or staff. Responsibility for identifying
such codes, ordinances, or policies rests with the applicant, owner, or agent.
DO NOT FILL IN - FOR STAFF USE ONLY
Application Date: ________________________________________ HDC File # ________________
HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION DOCKETED __________________________________________ at 4:00 p.m.
LITTLE ROCK HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION ACTION:
__ DENIED __ WITHDRAWN __ APPROVED __ APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS __ SEE ATTACHED CONDITIONS
DOCUMENTING OFFICIAL SIGNATURE:________________________________________ DATE: _____________
DATE OF EXPIRATION (according to Ordinance No. 22,338): ___________________________________
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Department of Planning and Development 723 West Markham Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 - 1334 Phone: (501) 371 - 4790 Fax : (501) 371 - 4546 www.littlerock.gov
City of Little Rock
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE
LITTLE ROCK HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION
ON AN APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS
To all owners of land lying within 200 feet of the boundary of property at:
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: W40’ OF 10 & ALL 11 & 12 BLK 2 11 1N 12W
STREET ADDRESS: 700 South Rock Street, Little Rock, Arkansas 72202
OWNED BY: First Lutheran Church, Little Rock, Arkansas 72202
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness on the above described
property has been filed with the Department of Planning and Development requesting the following changes:
Stabilization of existing circa 1881 house, including exterior load bearing masonry, trim, repair interior due to
moisture infiltration, HVAC systems and improve accessibility in compliance with the ADA. Replace infill
window walls in rear (southwest) porch. The Owner, First Lutheran Church, will continue to lease as office
space in compliance with Conditional Use Permit Z-4176.
A Public Hearing on said application will be held by the Historic District Commission at
the Willie Hinton Center, 3805 West 12th Street, Little Rock (location address)
on (date) July 3rd, 2024 at 4:00 pm (time).
ALL PARTIES IN INTEREST MAY APPEAR and be heard at said time and place or may notify the Little Rock Historic
District Commission of their views on this matter by letter. All persons interested in this request are invited to
call or visit the Department of Planning and Development to review the application with Commission Staff.
The City of Little Rock complies with all civil rights provisions of federal laws and related authorities that prohibit discrimination in
programs and activities receiving federal financial assistance. The City of Little Rock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, income status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic
information, political opinions or affiliation, in admission or access to and treatment in the City’s programs and activities, as well as the
city’s hiring or employment practices. Complaints of alleged discrimination and inquiries regarding the City's nondiscrimination
policies may be directed to: Title VI Coordinator, 500 West Markham Street, Little Rock, AR 72201, 501- 371-4475.
This notice is available from the Title VI Coordinator in large print or recording. Free language assistance for those with Limited English
Proficiency is available upon request.
La ciudad de Little Rock cumple con todas las disposiciones de derechos civiles de los estatutos federales y autoridades relacionadas
que prohíben la discriminación en programas y actividades que reciben asistencia financiera federal. La ciudad de Little Rock no
discrimina por motivos de raza, color, credo, religión, sexo, origen nacional, edad, discapacidad, estado de ingresos, estado civil,
orientación sexual, identidad de género, información genética, las opiniones políticas o afiliación, en la admisión o acceso y tratamiento
en los programas y actividades de la ciudad, así como de contratación de empleados de la ciudad. Las quejas de supuesta discriminación
y consultas sobre la politica antidiscriminatoria de la ciudad pueden ser dirigidas a Coordinador del Titulo VI, 500 West Markham
Street, Little Rock, AR 72201, 501-371-4475.
AFFIDAVIT
I hereby certify that I have notified all the property owners as reflected on the abstract company list and all those
that are not reflected on that list that I have knowledge of within 200 feet of the above-described property, that
subject property is being considered for a Certificate of Appropriateness and that a Public Hearing will be held
before the Little Rock Historic District Commission at the time and place described.
(Edward T. Sergeant) May 6, 2024
Applicant (Owner or Authorized Agent): Date
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CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS AUTHORIZATION OF REPRESENTATION AFFIDAVIT
I, ______________________________________________________________________ do hereby authorize
Property owner (print)
_________________________________________________________ to represent me and my interests in an
Agent/representative name and business (print)
Application for a Certificate of Appropriateness on the following property described below. I have reviewed the
proposed application and I have indicated so by initialing a copy of the submittals that are attached.
Street Address: _____________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________ ______________________________
Title Holder’s Signature Date
______________________________________________ ______________________________
Agent’s Signature Date
Subscribed and sworn to me, a Notary Public on this ______ day of ___________, ________.
____________________________
Notary Public
My Commission Expires: ________________
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Department of Planning and Development 723 West Markham Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 - 1334 Phone: (501) 371 - 4790 Fax : (501) 371 - 4546 www.littlerock.gov
City of Little Rock