HomeMy WebLinkAboutS-1247 Staff AnalysisMay 27, 1999
ITEM NO.: 1
FILE NO.: 5-1247
NAME: Glenndale Village Commercial Subdivision -
Preliminary Plat
LOCATION: Northeast corner of Colonel Glenn Road and
Interstate 430
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ENGINEER:
Leonard Boen McGetrick and McGetrick
10600 Colonel Glenn Road 319 East Markham St., Ste. 202
Little Rock, AR 72204 Little Rock, AR 72201
AREA: 4.23 acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 3 FT. NEW STREET: 0
ZONING: C-3
PLANNING DISTRICTS: 11
CENSUS TRACT: 24.05
VARIANCES/WAIVERS REQUESTED: None requested.
A. PROPOSAL:
The applicant proposes to subdivide 4.23 acres into three
(3) lots. The proposed lots range in size from 0.826 to
2.081 acres. The property is zoned C-3 and is being
platted for a future commercial development. The applicant
is proposing a 60 foot wide access and utility easement
extending north from Colonel Glenn Road, which will
accommodate a single shared driveway for the three (3)
lots. All lots will be final platted at the same time.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property is partially wooded (north and west portions),
with the southern portion of the property sloping gradually
upward to the north from Colonel Glenn Road. There is a
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more severe slope within the northern portion of the
property, particularly at the northwest corner of the
proposed Lot 3.
The vacant Sam's store building is located immediately
east, with I-430 right-of-way to the west. There is vacant
wooded property to the south across Colonel Glenn Road, and
a water works site, including two monopole towers, to the
north.
C . NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
As of this writing, staff has received no comment from the
neighborhood. The John Barrow Neighborhood Association was
notified of the public hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS:
PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS:
1. Colonel Glenn Road is listed on the Master Street Plan
as a principal arterial, dedication of right-of-way to
55 feet from centerline will be required.
2. Driveways as shown at 60' access is acceptable. No
other access will be allowed. One shared driveway
permitted at the lot line.
3. Provide design of streets conforming to "MSP" (Master
Street Plan). Construct one-half street improvements to
these streets, including 5 foot sidewalks, with planned
development. Include right turn lane for I-430.
4. Plans of all work in right-of-way shall be submitted for
approval prior to start of work.
5. Stormwater detention ordinance applies to this property.
6. Prepare a letter of pending development addressing
street lights as required by Section 31-403 of the
Little Rock Code. All requests should be forwarded to
Traffic Engineering.
7. Limit cut and fill to 30' with terraces, unless approved
by Planning Commission.
8. Obtain permit from District 6 AHTD.
9. Colonel Glenn Road traffic count is 6,900 vehicles per
day.
E. UTILITIES AND FIRE DEPARTMENT/COUNTY PLANNING:
Wastewater: Sewer main extension required with easements
to serve property.
AP&L: No Comment.
Arkla: No Comment.
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Southwestern Bell: No Comment received.
Water: An acreage charge of $150 per acre applies in
addition to normal connection charges. On site Fire
Protection will be required. Care must be taken to
protect Water Works' facilities in the area.
Fire Department: No Comment.
County Planning: No Comment received.
CATA: CATA Route #14 serves near this site. Approved as
submitted.
F. ISSUES/TECHNICAL/DESIGN:
Planning Division:
No Comment.
Landscape Issues:
No Comment.
G. ANALYSIS:
The applicant submitted a revised preliminary plat to staff
on May 13, 1999. The revised plat addresses most of the
issues as raised by staff and the Subdivision Committee.
However, there are two additional notes which need to be
made on a revised plat drawing and submitted to staff. The
source of title and PAGIS monuments need to be shown.
All three (3) lots comply with the minimum lot area and
width as required by ordinance. Adequate access is
proposed to all lots.
Otherwise, to staff's knowledge, there are no outstanding
issues associated with the proposed preliminary plat. The
plat should have no adverse impact on the area.
H . STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends approval of the preliminary plat subject
to the requirements noted in paragraphs D, E and G of this
report.
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SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENTS:
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(MAY 6, 1999)
Pat McGetrick was present, representing the application. Staff
gave a brief description of the preliminary plat, noting several
items which needed to be shown on a revised drawing.
Mr. McGetrick stated that all lots will be final platted at the
same time.
The required right-of-way for Colonel Glenn Road and the
proposed shared driveway was briefly discussed. Mr. McGetrick
indicated no issues with the Planning staff or Public Works
requirements.
After the discussion, the Committee forwarded the issue to the
full Commission for final action.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(MAY 27, 1999)
The staff presented a positive recommendation on this
application, as there.were no further issues for resolution.
There were no objectors to this matter.
The Chairman placed the item before the Commission for inclusion
within the Consent Agenda for approval as recommended by staff.
A motion to that effect was made. The motion passed by a vote
of 8 ayes, 0 nays and 3 absent.
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