HomeMy WebLinkAboutS-1267 Staff AnalysisJanuary 6, 2000
ITEM NO.: 17
FILE NO.: 5-1267
NAME: Reyna - Subdivision Site Plan Review
LOCATION: 15500 Lawson Road
DEVELOPER:
Terry and Juanita Reyna
15500 Lawson Road
Little Rock, AR 72210
AREA: 5.61 acres
ZONING: I-3
SURVEYOR:
Donald W. Brooks
1611 Main Street
North Little Rock, AR 72114
NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0
ALLOWED USES: Industrial
PROPOSED USE: Industrial - welding shop
VARIANCES/WAIVERS REQUESTED: None requested.
BACKGROUND:
The property at 15500 Lawson Road is zoned I-3 Heavy Industrial.
There is an existing welding shop on the property which consists
of two (2) buildings. There is an existing 3,479 square foot (1
story) shop building and a 2,064 square foot (2 story) building
which contains the welding shop office. Based on the fact that
this is a multiple building site plan, any alterations to the
plan will require Planning Commission approval.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST:
The applicant proposes to revise the existing site plan for
the property by making building additions to the two
existing buildings. The applicant proposes a 20 foot by 25
foot (1 story) addition on the north side of the office
building, to be used as storage. The applicant will also
add small metal awnings over the entry doors on the south
and east sides of the office building.
January 6, 2000
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 17 (Cont.
FILE NO.: S-1267
The applicant also proposes to make a 30 foot by 70 foot
addition to the north side of the shop building and a 40
foot by 70 foot addition on the south side. There will be
three (3) garage doors on each of these sides. A 20 foot
by 50 foot metal awning is proposed for the east and west
sides of the shop building over the existing garage doors.
All of the buildings proposed will be constructed of
colored galvanized metal and will match the existing
buildings.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
There is an existing welding business on the site, which
consists of two (2) buildings, a small -area of concrete
parking and a large gravel covered area. There is a
concrete mixing plant immediately east of this property,
with another welding business to the southeast across
Lawson Road. There is a rock quarry to the north, with
undeveloped property to the west and south across Lawson
Road.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
As of this writing, staff has received no comment from the
surrounding property owners. There was no established
neighborhood association to notify.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS:
PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS:
1. Lawson Road is listed on the Master Street Plan as a
minor arterial. A dedication of right-of-way to 45
feet from centerline is required.
2. 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.
3. Plans of all work in right-of-way shall be submitted
for approval prior to start of work.
4. Stormwater detention ordinance applies to this
property.
5. Contact Pulaski County Road Department for approval
(Sherman Smith, Public Works Director).
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January 6, 2000
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 17 (Cont.) FILE NO.: 5-1267
E. UTILITIES AND FIRE DEPARTMENT/COUNTY PLANNING:
Wastewater: Outside service boundary, no comment.
AP&L : No Comment.
Arkla: No Comment.
Southwestern Bell: No Comment received.
Water: Contact the Water Works if additional water
service is desired.
Fire Department: Place fire hydrant per city code, if
property is ever annexed. Contact Dennis Free at
918-3752 for details.
County Planninq: No Comment.
CATA: Site is not currently served by CATA. Approved for
transit purposes.
F. ISSUES/TECHNICAL/DESIGN:
Planning Division:
No Comment.
Landscape Issues:
Based on there being no paved area and the location of this
use, no screening or landscaping would be recommended.
G. ANALYSIS:
The applicant submitted a revised site plan to staff on
December 15, 1999. The revised site plan shows the
existing sign location and sign details have been provided.
The existing sign height, area and setback conform to
ordinance standards.
The applicant also submitted information showing that the
right-of-way for Lawson Road was dedicated with the
rezoning of the property in 1991. The applicant has also
noted that a 15 percent in -lieu contribution will be made
for street improvements to Lawson Road with each building
addition. The applicant notes that part of the
contribution could be used to provide a concrete apron for
the existing driveway from Lawson Road. This will help
eliminate gravel from being pulled out onto Lawson Road.
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January 6, 2000
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: 17 (Cont.) FILE NO.: 5-1267
Otherwise, to staff's knowledge, there are no outstanding
issues associated with this site plan. The proposed
building additions should have no adverse effect on the
general area.
H. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends approval of the site plan subject to
compliance with the requirements as noted in paragraph D.
and E. of this agenda report.
SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT:
(DECEMBER 9, 1999)
Juanita Reyna was present, representing the application. Staff
briefly described the proposed site plan. Staff noted that the
proposed building setbacks and height conformed to ordinance
standards. Staff also noted that information on signage needed
to be provided.
The Public Works requirements were briefly discussed. Bob
Turner, of Public Works, explained the right-of-way dedication
and street improvement issues.
There being no further issues for discussions, the Committee
forwarded the site plan to the full Commission for final action.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(JANUARY 6, 2000)
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 11 ayes and 0 nays.
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