HomeMy WebLinkAboutS-1726 Staff AnalysisITEM NO.: 5_
NAME: 6706 South University Avenue Subdivision Site Plan Review
LOCATION: located at 6706 South University Avenue
Planning Staff Comments:
1. 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 April 30, 2014. The Office of Planning and
Development must receive the proof of notice no later than May 9, 2014.
2. Provide the maximum building height for the proposed metal buildings. 20 Feet
3. Will both buildings be constructed in the initial phase or will the second building
come at a later phase? The second building will come later
4. Will there be a dumpster located on the site? If so provide the location and a note
indicating the required screening mechanism for the dumpster. No dumpster will be
on this site.
5. Will the dumpster service hours be limited to daylight hours? If so provide a note on
the site plan indicating the hours of dumpster service. N/A
6. Provide the days and hours of operation for the businesses on the site. 7 days a
week, 8 am-8 pm
7. Provide the proposed building materials for the exterior of the new buildings.
Provide the proposed roofing materials also. The exterior of the buildings may
include tin, glass for windows, brick and stucco. The roofing materials will be metal
or tin.
VariancelWaivers: None requested.
Public Works Conditions:
No comment.
Utilities and Fire Department/County Planning:
Wastewater: Sewer available to this project.
EnterQy: No comment received.
Center -Point Energy: No comment received.
AT & T: No comment received.
Central Arkansas Water:
1. No objection. All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of
request for water service must be met.
2. Contact Central Arkansas Water regarding the size and location of the water meter.
3. 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.
4. If there are facilities that need to be adjusted and/or relocated, contact Central
Arkansas Water. That work would be done at the expense of the developer.
5. Contact Central Arkansas Water if additional fire protection or metered water service
is required.
6. The Little Rock Fire Department needs to evaluate this site to determine whether
additional public and/or private fire hydrant(s) will be required. If additional fire
hydrant(s) are required, they will be installed at the Developer's expense.
7. Due to the nature of this facility, installation of an approved reduced pressure zone
backflow preventer assembly (RPZA) is required on the domestic water service.
This assembly must be installed prior to the first point of use. Central Arkansas
Water requires that upon installation of the RPZA, successful tests of the assembly
must be completed by a Certified Assembly Tester licensed by the State of Arkansas
and approved by Central Arkansas Water. The test results must be sent to Central
Arkansas Water's Cross Connection Section within ten days of installation and
annually thereafter. Contact the Cross Connection Section at 377-1226 if you would
like to discuss backflow prevention requirements for this project.
Fire Department: Place fire hydrant(s) per code. Maintain access. Contact the Little
Rock Fire Department for additional information.
County Planning: No comment.
CATA: Bus stop on University, Forbing and Mabelvale Pike adjacent to the site.
Parks and Recreation: No comment received.
Building Code: Project is subject to full commercial plan review approval prior to
issuance of a building permit. For information on submittal requirements and the review
process, contact a commercial plans examiner. Curtis Richey at 501.371.4724;
erichey cr,littlerock.org or Mark Alderfer at 501.371.4875; malderfer a littlerock.cr-�:.
Planning Division, No comment.
Landscape:
1. Site plan must comply with the City's landscape and buffer ordinance requirements.
2. Street buffers will be required at six (6) percent of the average depth of the lot. The
minimum dimension shall be one-half ('/2) the full width requirement but in no case
less than nine (9) feet. A minimum twenty-two (22) foot wide buffer (6% of the
average lot width) is required along South University Avenue.
3. A perimeter planting strip is required along any side of a vehicular use area that
abuts adjoining property. This strip shall be at least nine (9) feet wide. Provide trees
with an average linear spacing of not less than thirty (30) feet within the perimeter
planting strip. Provide three (3) shrubs or vines for every thirty (30) linear feet of
perimeter planting strip.
4. Eight percent (8%) of the vehicular use area must be designated for green space;
this green space needs to be evenly distributed throughout the parking area(s). The
minimum size of an interior landscape area shall be one hundred fifty (150) square
feet for developments with one hundred fifty (150) or fewer parking spaces. Interior
islands must be a minimum of seven and one half (7 '/2) feet in width. Trees shall be
included in the interior landscape areas at the rate of one (1) tree for every twelve
(12) parking spaces.
5. Landscape areas shall be provided between the vehicular use area used for public
parking and the general vicinity of the building, excluding truck loading or service
areas not open to public parking. These areas shall be equal to an equivalent planter
strip three (3) feet wide along the vehicular use area.
6. A landscape irrigation system shall be required for developments of one (1) acre or
larger.
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, April 30, 2014.
ITEM NO-- 5
NAME: 6706 South University Avenue Subdivision Site Plan Review
LOCATION: located at 6706 South University Avenue
S-1726
Planning Staff Comments:
1. 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 April 30, 2014. The Office of Planning and
Development must receive the proof of notice no later than May 9, 2014.
2. Provide the maximum building height for the proposed metal buildings.
3. Will both buildings be constructed in the initial phase or will the second building
come at a later phase?
4. Will there be a dumpster located on the site? If so provide the location and a note
indicating the required screening mechanism for the dumpster.
5. Will the dumpster service hours be limited to daylight hours? If so provide a note on
the site plan indicating the hours of dumpster service.
6. Provide the days and hours of operation for the businesses on the site.
7. Provide the proposed building materials for the exterior of the new buildings.
Provide the proposed roofing materials also.
Variance/Waivers: None requested.
Public Works Conditions:
No comment.
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.
Item # 5.
Central Arkansas Water:
1. No objection. All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of
request for water service must be met.
2. Contact Central Arkansas Water regarding the size and location of the water meter.
3. 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.
4. If there are facilities that need to be adjusted and/or relocated, contact Central
Arkansas Water. That work would be done at the expense of the developer.
5. Contact Central Arkansas Water if additional fire protection or metered water service
is required.
6. The Little Rock Fire Department needs to evaluate this site to determine whether
additional public and/or private fire hydrant(s) will be required. If additional fire
hydrant(s) are required, they will be installed at the Developer's expense.
7. Due to the nature of this facility, installation of an approved reduced pressure zone
backflow preventer assembly (RPZA) is required on the domestic water service.
This assembly must be installed prior to the first point of use. Central Arkansas
Water requires that upon installation of the RPZA, successful tests of the assembly
must be completed by a Certified Assembly Tester licensed by the State of Arkansas
and approved by Central Arkansas Water. The test results must be sent to Central
Arkansas Water's Cross Connection Section within ten days of installation and
annually thereafter. Contact the Cross Connection Section at 377-1226 if you would
like to discuss backflow prevention requirements for this project.
Fire Department: Place fire hydrant(s) per code. Maintain access. Contact the Little
Rock Fire Department for additional information.
County Planning: No comment.
CATA: Bus stop on University, Forbing and Mabelvale Pike adjacent to the site.
Parks and Recreation: No comment received.
Building Code: Project is subject to full commercial plan review approval prior to
issuance of a building permit. For information on submittal requirements and the review
process, contact a commercial plans examiner: Curtis Richey at 501.371.4724;
crichey@-littlerock.org or Mark Alderfer at 501.371.4875; malderfer _littlerock.arg.
Planning Division: No comment.
Item # 5.
Landscape:
1. Site plan must comply with the City's landscape and buffer ordinance requirements.
2. Street buffers will be required at six (6) percent of the average depth of the lot. The
minimum dimension shall be one-half ('/2) the full width requirement but in no case
less than nine (9) feet. A minimum twenty-two (22) foot wide buffer (6% of the
average lot width) is required along South University Avenue.
3. A perimeter planting strip is required along any side of a vehicular use area that
abuts adjoining property. This strip shall be at least nine (9) feet wide. Provide trees
with an average linear spacing of not less than thirty (30) feet within the perimeter
planting strip. Provide three (3) shrubs or vines for every thirty (30) linear feet of
perimeter planting strip.
4. Eight percent (8%) of the vehicular use area must be designated for green space;
this green space needs to be evenly distributed throughout the parking area(s). The
minimum size of an interior landscape area shall be one hundred fifty (150) square
feet for developments with one hundred fifty (150) or fewer parking spaces. Interior
islands must be a minimum of seven and one half (7 1/2) feet in width. Trees shall be
included in the interior landscape areas at the rate of one (1) tree for every twelve
(12) parking spaces.
5. Landscape areas shall be provided between the vehicular use area used for public
parking and the general vicinity of the building, excluding truck loading or service
areas not open to public parking. These areas shall be equal to an equivalent planter
strip three (3) feet wide along the vehicular use area.
6. A landscape irrigation system shall be required for developments of one (1) acre or
larger.
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, April 30, 2014.
Item # 5.
September 18, 2014
ITEM NO.: A
FILE NO.: 5-1726
NAME: 6706 South University Avenue Subdivision Site Plan Review
LOCATION: Located at 6706 South University Avenue
DEVELOPER:
Chidi Ukegbu
1212 E Twin lakes
Little Rock, AR 72205
SURVEYOR:
Brooks Surveying
20820 Arch Street Pike
Hensley, AR 72065
AREA: 1.31 acres
CURRENT ZONING:
PLANNING DISTRICT:
ENSUS TRACT:
NUMBER OF LOTS: 1
C-4, Open Display District
12 — 65th Street West
20.01
VARIANCE/WAIVERS: None requested.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
The applicant is proposing to place two (2) additional metal buildings on property
located at 6706 South University Avenue. The buildings are proposed along the
southern perimeter of the site. One (1) building will be used for storage. The
applicant has indicated in the future bays maybe added and leased to individuals
for use as identified in the C4, Open Display District. The applicant has stated
more specifically the uses would be automotive type uses and include a tire and
rim shop, sound system installation, vehicle and sign wrapping, window tinting
and glass installation or upholstery shop. The second building will be used
primarily as storage but may also be leased to various businesses in the future.
The two (2) buildings may contain up to eight (8) bays. Each bay may be leased
to a separate user.
September 18, 2014
SUBDIVISION
ITEM NO.: A Cont. FILE NO.: S-1726
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site contains two metal buildings and is currently being used as an
automobile dealership. North of the site is a thrift store and south of the site is an
automobile dealership. The area to the west, across Mabelvale Cut-off, contains
single-family homes located on large lots. Other uses in the area include office
and office warehouse uses, mini -warehouse, auto related businesses, including
sales, rental and audio installation. There is an apartment complex located along
Mabelvale Cut-off to the southwest. The rear portion of the property is zoned
R-2, Single-family and is separated from the commercially zoned property with
an 8-foot tall wood privacy fence.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
As of this writing, staff has received several informational phone calls from area
residents. All property owners located within 200-feet of the site along with the
Geyer Springs Neighborhood Association, the Meadowcliff Brookwood
Neighborhood Association, the South Brookwood Ponderosa Neighborhood
Association, the Wakefield Neighborhood Association and Southwest Little Rock
United for Progress were notified of the public hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS:
PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS:
No comment.
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:
No objection. All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of
request for water service must be met.
2. Contact Central Arkansas Water regarding the size and location of the water
meter.
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ITEM NO.: A Cont. FILE NO.: S-1726
3. 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.
4. If there are facilities that need to be adjusted and/or relocated, contact Central
Arkansas Water. That work would be done at the expense of the developer.
5. Contact Central Arkansas Water if additional fire protection or metered water
service is required.
6. The Little Rock Fire Department needs to evaluate this site to determine
whether additional public and/or private fire hydrant(s) will be required.
If additional fire hydrant(s) are required, they will be installed at the
Developer's expense.
7. Due to the nature of this facility, installation of an approved reduced pressure
zone backflow preventer assembly (RPZA) is required on the domestic water
service. This assembly must be installed prior to the first point of use.
Central Arkansas Water requires that upon installation of the RPZA,
successful tests of the assembly must be completed by a Certified Assembly
Tester licensed by the State of Arkansas and approved by Central Arkansas
Water. The test results must be sent to Central Arkansas Water's Cross
Connection Section within ten days of installation and annually thereafter.
Contact the Cross Connection Section at 377-1226 if you would like to
discuss backflow prevention requirements for this project.
Fire Department: Place fire hydrant(s) per code. Maintain access. Contact the
Little Rock Fire Department for additional information.
County Planning: No comment.
CATA: Bus stop on University, Forbing and Mabelvale Pike adjacent to the site.
Parks and Recreation: No comment received.
F. ISSUES/TECHNICAUDESIGN:
Building Code: Project is subject to full commercial plan review approval prior to
issuance of a building permit. For information on submittal requirements and the
review process, contact a commercial plans examiner: Curtis Richey at
501.371.4724; criche Iittlerock. or or Mark Alderfer at 501.371.4875;
maiderfer littlerock.or .
Planning Division: No comment.
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ITEM NO.: R Cont. FILE NO.: S-1726
Landscape:
1. Site plan must comply with the City's landscape and buffer ordinance
requirements.
2. Street buffers will be required at six (6) percent of the average depth of the
lot. The minimum dimension shall be one-half ('h) the full width requirement
but in no case less than nine (9) feet. A minimum twenty-two (22) foot wide
buffer (6% of the average lot width) is required along South University
Avenue.
3. A perimeter planting strip is required along any side of a vehicular use area
that abuts adjoining property. This strip shall be at least nine (9) feet wide.
Provide trees with an average linear spacing of not less than thirty (30) feet
within the perimeter planting strip. Provide three (3) shrubs or vines for every
thirty (30) linear feet of perimeter planting strip.
4. Eight percent (8%) of the vehicular use area must be designated for green
space; this green space needs to be evenly distributed throughout the parking
area(s). The minimum size of an interior landscape area shall be one hundred
fifty (150) square feet for developments with one hundred fifty (150) or fewer
parking spaces. Interior islands must be a minimum of seven and one half
(7 Y2) feet in width. Trees shall be included in the interior landscape areas at
the rate of one (1) tree for every twelve (12) parking spaces.
5. Landscape areas shall be provided between the vehicular use area used for
public parking and the general vicinity of the building, excluding truck loading
or service areas not open to public parking. These areas shall be equal to an
equivalent planter strip three (3) feet wide along the vehicular use area.
6. A landscape irrigation system shall be required for developments of
one (1) acre or larger.
G. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (April 23, 2014)
Mr. Chidi Ukegbu was present representing the request. Staff presented an
overview of the development stating there were few outstanding technical issues
associated with the request. Staff requested the applicant provide the maximum
building height, the proposed phasing plan and the location of any dumpster on
the site plan. Staff also requested the applicant provide the proposed building
materials for the new buildings.
Landscaping comments were addressed. Staff stated based on the percentage
of new construction on the site the site must come into compliance with the City's
Landscape Ordinance. Staff stated a minimum landscape strip of 9-feet was
required along the western, northern and southern perimeters of the site. Staff
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ITEM NO.: A (Cont.) FILE NO.: S-1726
stated a street buffer of 22-feet was required along South University Avenue.
Staff stated a minimum of eight percent of the vehicular use area was to be
landscaped with landscape islands of 150 square feet in area. Mr. Ukegbu
stated the site was paved from property line to property line. Staff stated he
would be responsible for cutting back the pavement and placing the required
landscape strip and required plantings within the landscape strip to comply with
City code.
Staff noted the comments from the various other agencies. There were no more
issues for discussion. The Committee then forwarded the item to the full
Commission for final action.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant submitted a revised site plan to staff addressing comments raised
at the April 23, 2014, Subdivision Committee meeting. The applicant has stated
he desires the property to be treated separately from the property to the north.
The properties are under different legal descriptions but are functioning as one
(1) zoning lot currently and the plan as submitted in staffs opinion does not
provide a separation of the lots from a zoning stand point. The applicant has
indicated the parcels will function as different businesses and should be treated
as such.
The applicant is proposing to place two (2) metal buildings on property located at
6706 South University Avenue. The buildings are proposed along the southern
perimeter of the site. One (1) building will be used for storage. The applicant has
indicated in the future bays maybe added and leased to individuals for a use as
identified in the C4, Open Display District. The applicant has stated more
specifically the uses would be automotive type uses and include a tire and rim
shop, sound system installation, vehicle and sign wrapping, window tinting and
glass installation or upholstery shop. The second building will be used primarily
as storage but may also be leased to various businesses in the future. The two
(2) buildings may contain up to eight (8) bays. Each bay may be leased to a
separate user.
The western most building is proposed to be 16-feet in height and with
3,200 square feet. The building is indicated with a 15-foot rear yard setback and
15-foot side yard setback along the southern perimeter. The eastern most
building is proposed containing 8,700 square feet with a maximum building
height of 16-feet. The building setback is indicated at 18-feet along the southern
perimeter and a 60-foot building setback from South University Avenue.
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ITEM NO.: A (Cont.) FILE NO_: S-1726
The site plan submitted allows for three (3) landscape islands along the northern
perimeter of the site allowing for driveway access to the front and rear of the
property with a 20-foot paved strip remaining between the proposed landscape
islands. The plan also indicates the placement of a small amount of landscaping
along South University Avenue along the southern portion of the drive and a
small strip along the southern perimeter extending westward from South
University Avenue.
The property dimension along the northern perimeter is 406-feet. The applicant
has indicated three (3) planting areas along this perimeter. The planting strip is
located 60-feet west of South University Avenue and is proposed 40-feet in
length by 9-feet in width. The second planter strip is located 20-feet west of the
first. This strip is also 40-feet in length and 9-feet in width. The third planter strip
is located 20-feet west of the second strip, also 40-feet in length and 9-feet in
width. The remaining 185-feet along the northern perimeter has not changed
and is still indicated as a continuous asphalt strip connecting the northern
property to this southern property. The landscape and buffer ordinances would
typically require the placement of a 10.14-foot continuous landscape strip along
this perimeter.
The landscaping along South University Avenue is indicated 9-feet in width and
extends from the driveway entrance to the southern property line. Based on the
typical ordinance requirements for a property with 406-feet of depth an average
landscape strip of 24-feet is required and in no case less than one-half. The
landscape strip should include the entire frontage along South University
Avenue.
The landscape strip along the southern perimeter is indicated with a 9-foot width
and extends to the west 50-feet. The buffer and landscape ordinances would
typically require the placement of a 10.14-foot landscape strip for the entirety of
the property length.
The site plan as presented does not include any landscaping along the western
perimeter. The landscape ordinance would typically require the placement of a
10.14-foot landscape strip in this area. .
Staff is not supportive of the application as filed. The applicant is requesting the
southern parcel be viewed as a separate parcel but has not provided landscaping
to separate the two (2) parcels and allow them to be disconnected. In addition
based on the percentage of upgrade to the site, 100-percent upgrade, the site
should come into full compliance with the landscape and buffer ordinance
requirements.
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ITEM NO.: A Cont. FILE NO.: S-1726
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends denial of the request as filed.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (MAY 15, 2014)
The applicant was not present. There were no registered objectors present. Staff
stated on May 1, 2014, the applicant had submitted a request for deferral of the item to
the June 26, 2014, public hearing to allow the applicant sufficient time to resolve
concerns raised at the Subdivision Committee meeting. Staff stated they were
supportive of the deferral request.
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 9 ayes,
0 noes and 2 absent.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JUNE 26, 2014)
The applicant was not present. There were several registered objectors present. Staff
questioned if the applicant was present. It was noted the applicant was not present.
Staff requested the item be deferred to the August 7, 2014, public hearing to allow the
applicant to be present for the discussion of the item.
There was no further discussion of the item. The chair entertained a motion for deferral
of the item to the August 7, 2014, public hearing. The motion carried by a vote of
10 ayes, 0 noes and 1 absent.
STAFF UPDATE:
The applicant submitted a revised site plan to staff increasing the landscape area along
the South University Avenue and along the northern perimeter of the site. In staffs
opinion the site plan as presented still does not create a separate zoning lot for this lot
to allow a separation of the lots and uses from this lot and the northern lot. Staff
continues to recommend denial of the request.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (AUGUST 7, 2014)
The applicant was present representing the request. There were registered objectors
present. Staff presented the item with a recommendation of denial.
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ITEM NO.: A (Cont.) FILE NO.: S-1726
The applicant stated he wished to reserve his time and allow the opposition to present
their concerns.
Mr. Thomas Hudson addressed the Commission in opposition of the request. He stated
he had lived in his home on Mabelvale Pike for 34-years. He stated in years past when
he looked out his door he would see pasture, later it was horses and then development
occurred. He stated currently when he looked out his door all he saw as an 8-foot fence
that was in disrepair. He stated the area was a quiet neighborhood. He stated he was
opposed to the request because he was not sure what the applicant was doing with the
property. He stated the opening and closing times were a concern. He stated the
installation of car stereos was a concern especially if the installation occurred late at
night. He stated air guns to change tires was also a concern. He requested the
applicant provide information to the neighborhood as to the activities to occur on
the site.
Ms. Pat Gee, Vice President of Southwest Little Rock United for Progress, addressed
the Commission in opposition of the request. She stated SWLR United for Progress
had met several times and voted each time to unanimously oppose the request. She
stated the neighbors were at the June Planning Commission public hearing and the
applicant did not show for the hearing causing the item to be deferred. She stated
Southwest Little Rock United for Progress was an umbrella organization which
represented several neighborhoods in Southwest Little Rock. She stated she was
representing Ponderosa and Meadowcliff in their opposition of the request.
City Director Joan Adcock addressed the Commission in opposition of the request. She
stated she had lived in her home for 56 years and was the closest neighbor to the
applicant's property. She stated when she moved to the area University Avenue was
named Hayes Street. She stated when Cliff Peck came to the area 45 years ago and
wanted to put his car dealership on the property he met with the neighbors and
concessions were made. She stated these resulted in conditions of the zoning which
had carried forward with all application and occupants of the property as the property
changed ownerships. She stated the area was a very stable area. She stated her
concern was the hours of operation for the business. She stated there were a number
of elderly residents in the area. She stated noise and activity on the site until 10, 11 or
12 — midnight would create a hardship on the residents.
Mr. Chidi Ukegbu addressed the Commission on the merits of his request. He stated
the current business operated air guns and if it had not been a problem in the past he
did not feel this would be a problem in the future. He stated he had owned the property
from 2-years and had not had any issues with the neighbors. He stated his business
was a family run business. He stated the fence was not in disrepair. He stated his
fence was constantly being knocked down by criminals. He stated he would stop the
noise at 10:00 o'clock. He stated the residents had not approached Union Pacific
concerning noise and the trains were much louder than his business.
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A (Cont.
FILE Na.: S-1726
The Commission addressed Mr. Ukegbu stating it appeared the residents were
concerned with the activities that would potentially take place on the site and potential
noise to be generated from these activities. Chairman Fountain stated he did not feel
the residents were trying to stop progress only to be clear on the use of the site and the
hours of operation. He stated noise traveled and late night noise was heard at greater
distances because the background noise, traffic on University, was less.
Mr. Ukegbu stated he would stop the noise at 10:00 pm. Staff stated the application
needed to include the hours of operation and not when the noise would stop. Staff
questioned at what start time and stop time would customers be accessing the site.
Mr. Ukegbu stated 8 am to 10 pm was acceptable to him.
The Commission questioned the site plan and the landscape strip indicated on the plan.
Mr. Ukegbu stated he could not provide landscaping in the rear portion of the site
because both lots had to access the gate between the buildings for access to the rear of
the site. He stated he was willing to provide a landscape strip as requested by staff in
all other areas. He stated he wanted the break in the landscaping near the front of the
property to allow potential customers who missed the first drive for the car lot a second
chance to enter the site. He stated most of the customers were unfamiliar with the area.
He stated University Avenue functioned as a one-way street. He stated if the customer
missed the driveway it was a great distance to an area where a u-turn could be made to
then travel north on University only to make a second u-turn to go back south and
access the car lot. He stated this would result in the loss of customers.
The Commissioner's suggested Mr. Ukegbu defer his item to allow him to work with
staff and determine the best plan for the site. They also suggested he meet with
Southwest Little Rock United for Progress to see if he could gain their support.
Mr. Ukegbu stated he was agreeable to a deferral to allow him time to work with staff
and the neighborhood to address their concerns.
The Chair entertained a motion to defer the item to the September 18, 2014, public
hearing. The motion carried by a vote of 9 ayes, 0 noes and 2 absent.
STAFF UPDATE:
The applicant has not followed through with a revision to the site plan or meeting with
Southwest Little Rock United for Progress. Based on the previous number of deferrals
of this item and the applicant not providing staff with a site plan to review based on the
applicant's intended use of the property staff recommends withdrawal of this item,
without prejudice, to allow the applicant additional time to provide a site plan and overall
development plan for the site.
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ITEM NO.: A(Cont.)FILE NO.: S-1726
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(SEPTEMBER 18, 2014)
The applicant was not present. There were no registered objectors present. Staff
presented the item stating the applicant had not followed through with a revision to the
site plan or meeting with Southwest Little Rock United for Progress. Staff stated based
on the previous number of deferrals of this item and the applicant unresponsiveness to
staff and not providing staff with a site plan to review based on the applicant's intended
use of the property staff presented a recommends withdrawal of the item, without
prejudice, to allow the applicant additional time to provide a site plan and overall
development plan for the site.
There was no further discussion. The Chair entertained a motion for approval of the
item as presented by staff. The motion was approved by a vote of 9 ayes, 0 noes and
2 absent.
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