HomeMy WebLinkAboutS-0867-JJJJJJJJ Staff AnalysisITEM NO.: 1. S-867-JJJJJJJJ
NAME: Chenal Valley Phases 30 and 31 Preliminary Plat
LOCATION: located East of LaMarche Drive between LaMarche Drive and Rahling Road
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1. Provide notification of the abutting property owners including the certified abstract list,
notice form with affidavit executed and proof of mailing. The notice must be mailed no
later than July 5, 2017. The Office of Planning and Development must receive the proof
of notice no later than July 14, 2017.
2. Does the request include the allowance of reduced side or rear yard setbacks?
3. Will there be a subdivision identification sign which exceeds the allowance per the zoning
ordinance? If so note the size, location and proposed sign area on the proposed
preliminary plat.
4. The previous approval allowed for a street connecting Rahling Road and LaMarche Drive.
The current request indicates this as an emergence access only. There are a large
number of lots being proposed with only one (1) access to the subdivision, (LaMarche
Drive). Staff feels there should be additional access to the subdivision.
5. The plat indicates the development of more than 30 lots in a single phase without
providing proper emergency access to the subdivision.
6. The development of the neighborhood park will require a Conditional Use Permit approval
prior to construction of any amenities within the park area.
7. Provide the names of owners of all unplatted tracts abutting the plat area and names of
owners of platted tracts in excess of 2 Y2 acres.
8. Provide the zoning classification within the plat boundary and of abutting areas shown.
Variance/Waivers:
A variance from the Land Alteration Ordinance to allow grading of future phases the
development of the first phase.
Public Works Conditions:
1. With site development, provide the design of street conforming to the Master Street Plan.
Construct street improvement to these streets with the planned development.
2. Access ramps should be provided at intersections of pedestrian trails and streets. An
access ramps should be installed on the west side of LaMarche Drive at the proposed
intersection.
3. A grading permit in accordance with Section 29-186 (c) and (d) will be required prior to
any land clearing or grading activities at the site. Other than residential subdivisions, site
grading and drainage plans must be submitted and approved prior to the start of
construction. Provide further explanation of what phases are proposed to be advance
graded with construction of a previous phase.
4. Property flooding routinely occurs downstream of the proposed subdivision. Per Section
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29-102 an evaluation should be conducted on the basis of existing downstream
development and an analysis of stormwater runoff with and without the proposed
development. If the proposed development will cause or increase downstream flooding
conditions, the downstream drainage infrastructure should be improved to pass the
expected flows or detention provided in excess of the 25 year storm event to the
downstream infrastructure capacity.
5. Provide a Sketch Grading and Drainage Plan per Section 29-186 (e).
6. All public drainage easements must be unobstructed and access provided to the public
right-of-way by constructed infrastructure and/or documented on the final plat. All public
drainage easements must contain drainage infrastructure approved by the City of Little
Rock Public Works Department. 100-year overflow swales must be constructed and
placed within public drainage easements.
7. Stormwater detention ordinance applies to this property. Maintenance of the detention
pond and all private drainage improvements is the responsibility of the developer and/or
property owner's association.
8. If disturbed area is one (1) or more acres, obtain a NPDES stormwater permit from the
Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality prior to the start of construction.
9. Obtain a franchise agreement from Bennie Nicolo, Public Works, bnicolo@littlerrock.gov,
501.371.4818) for the private improvements located in the right-of-way.
10.Streetlights are required by Section 31-403 of the Little Rock code. Provide plans for
approval to Traffic Engineering. Streetlights must be installed prior to platting/certificate of
occupancy. Contact Greg Simmons, Traffic Engineering, 501.379.1813 or
gsimmons@littlerock.gov for more information.
11. Hauling of fill material on or off site over municipal streets and roads requires approval
prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Travis Herbner, Public Works Traffic
Engineering, 501.379.1805 or therbner@littlerock.gov for more information.
12.The suffix in Evran Loop should be changed due to it does not intersect Evran Drive in
two (2) or more locations. It is suggested that Molieres Lane be changed to Molieres
Drive since it provides the primarily entrance into the subdivision.
13.Access to detention ponds must be provided to the public right-of-way and/or access
easement for future maintenance by the developer and/or local property owners'
association.
14. Provide a letter prepared by a registered engineer certifying the intersection sight distance
at the proposed intersection(s) comply with 2004 AASHTO Green Book standards.
15. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operation of
construction related equipment from a nearby construction site shall be repaired by the
responsible party prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
16. No walls/landscaping at intersection with La Marche should be constructed that cause
sight obstructions. If entrance walls are constructed, they must be set back enough to
provide unobstructed view of traffic on La Marche Drive.
17.Traffic calming measures should be constructed on Evran Drive (north leg) between
Evran Lane and Evran Drive (east leg); Evran Drive (east leg) between Evran Drive (north
leg) and Evran Lane; Evran Lane between Evran Loop and Evran Drive (east leg); and
Molieres Lane between Molieres Circle and Molieres Way.
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Utilities and Fire Department/County Planning:
Little Rock Wastewater: Sewer main extension required with easements if new sewer service
is required for this project. Capacity fee analysis required. Contact Little Rock Wastewater
Utility for additional information.
Entergy: Entergy does not object to this proposal. There do not appear to be any conflicts
with existing electrical utilities based on the information provided. There is an existing three
phase, underground power line running along the western side of Lamarche Drive which can
be used to feed the proposed development. Contact Entergy in advance to discuss electrical
service requirements, or adjustments to existing facilities (if any) as this project proceeds.
Centerpoint Energy: No comment received.
AT & T: No comment received.
Central Arkansas Water:
1. All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water service
must be met.
2. Please submit plans for water facilities and/or fire protection system to Central Arkansas
Water for review. Plan revisions may be required after additional review. Contact Central
Arkansas Water regarding procedures for installation of water facilities and/or fire service.
Approval of plans by the Arkansas Department of Health Engineering Division and the
Little Rock Fire Department is required.
3. This development will have minor impact on the existing water distribution system.
Proposed water facilities will be sized to provide adequate pressure and fire protection.
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. Additional fire hydrant(s) will be required. Contact the Little Rock Fire Department to
obtain information regarding the required placement of the hydrant(s) and contact Central
Arkansas Water regarding procedures for installation of the hydrant(s).
Fire Department:
1. Fire Hydrants. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per
Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access
road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access road,
the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders.
2. Grade. Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas
Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads shall not
exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief.
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3. Loading. Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2012
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading. Facilities,
buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be accessible to fire
department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus access road with an asphalt,
concrete or other approved driving surface capable of supporting the imposed load of fire
apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds.
4. Dead Ends. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at dead end locations as per Appendix
D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.4 Dead Ends. Dead-
end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet shall be provided with width and
turnaround provisions in accordance with Table D103.4. Requirements for Dead-end fire
apparatus access roads.
5. Gates. Maintain fire apparatus access road gates as per Appendix D of the 2012
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.5 Fire apparatus access road gates.
Gates securing the fire apparatus access roads shall comply with all of the following
criteria:
1. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
2. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
3. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by one
person.
4. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times and
replaces or repaired when defective.
5. Electric gates shall be equipped with a means of opening the gate by fire
department personnel for emergency access. Emergency opening devices shall be
approved by the fire code official.
6. Manual opening gates shall not be locked with a padlock or chain and padlock
unless they are capable of being opened by means of forcible entry tools or when a
key box containing the keys to the lock is installed at the gate location.
7. Locking device specifications shall be submitted for approval \by the fire code
official
8. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL 325.
9. Gates, intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed and
installed to comply with requirements of ASTM F 2200.
6. One- or Two -Family Residential Developments. As per Appendix D, Section D107.1 of the
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1, One- or Two -Family dwelling residential
developments. Developments of one- or two-family dwellings where the number of
dwelling units exceeds 30 shall be provided with two separate and approved fire
apparatus access roads, and shall meet the requirements of Section D104.3.
1. Exceptions: Where there are more than 30 dwelling units on a single public or private
fire apparatus access road and al dwelling units are equipped throughout with an
approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, 903.3.1.2
or 903.3.1.3 of the Arkansas Fire Code, access from two directions shall not be
required.
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2. The number of dwelling units on a single fire apparatus access road shall not be
increased unless fire apparatus access roads will connect with future development, as
determined by the fire code official.
7. Fire Hydrants. Locate Fire Hydrants as per Appendix C of the 2012 Arkansas Fire
Prevention Code. Section C101 — C105, in conjunction with Central Arkansas Water
(Jason Lowder 501.377.1245) and the Little Rock Fire Marshal's Office (Capt. Tony
Rhodes 501.918.3757 or Capt. John Hogue 501.918.3754). Number and Distribution of
Fire Hydrants as per Table C105.1.
Parks and Recreation: No comment received.
County Planning: No comment.
Rack Region Metro- Location is not currently served by METRO but is in our long range
plans. We recommend reducing the "lollipop" ended streets in the current design. Future fixed
route service planned for this area would necessitate METRO Links paratransit service.
Dead-end streets create unnecessary miles added to paratransit service which is an
unfunded requirement for transit authorities. We would like to compliment the developer on
the proposed walking paths and sidewalks which create a desirable, livable neighborhood
and easier access to transit for residents.
Building Code: The 2012 AR Fire Prevention Code Vol. III for one (1) and two (2) family
dwellings requires foundations meet the following Sections of the Code. If the foundation
cannot be verified by the building official at the time of the footing inspection the building
official may require verification the foundation meets the required elevation by a licensed
engineer.
R403.1.7.3 Foundation elevation. On grade sites, the top of any exterior foundation shall
extend above the elevation of the street gutter at point of discharge or the inlet of an
approved drainage device a minimum of 12-inches (305 mm) plus two (2) percent.
R403.1.7.4 Alternate setback and clearances. Alternate setbacks and clearances are
permitted, subject to the approval of the building official. The building official is permitted to
require an investigation and recommendation of a qualified engineer to demonstrate that the
intent of this Section has been satisfied. Such an investigation shall include consideration of
materials, height of slope, slope gradient, load intensity and erosion characteristics of slope
material.
Please address any questions to the building inspectors at 501.371.4833 or 501.371.4834.
Planninq Division: No comment.
Landscape: No comment.
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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, July 5, 2017.
August 31, 2017
ITEM NO.: B FILE NO.: 5-867-JJJJJJJJ
NAME: Chenal Valley Phases 30 and 31 Preliminary Plat
LOCATION: Located East of LaMarche Drive between LaMarche Drive and Rahling
Road
DEVELOPER:
Deltic Timber Corporation
7 Chenal Club Boulevard
Little Rock, AR 72223
ENGINEER:
White-Daters and Associates
24 Rahling Circle
Little Rock, AR 72223
AREA: 115-acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 227
WARD: 5 PLANNING DISTRICT: 19 - Chenal
CURRENT ZONING- R-2, Single-family
PLANNING DISTRICT: 19 - Chenal
CENSUS TRACT: 42.11
FT. NEW STREET: 14,400 LF
CENSUS TRACT: 42.12
VARIANCEMAIVERS: A variance from the Land Alteration Ordinance to allow grading
of future phases with the development of the first phase.
BACKGROUND:
On August 18, 2005, the Little Rock Planning Commission approved a preliminary plat
request for this site to allow the subdivision of a 115-acre tract into 227 single-family
residential lots averaging 85-feet by 135-feet or 11,475 square feet in area. The
applicant indicated a density of 1.97 units per acre consistent with the development
pattern in the area. The applicant indicated the development would be constructed in
three (3) phases with Blocks 125-126 being constructed in the first phase. The second
phase consisted of Blocks 129-130 and Lots 1-22, Block 127 and Lots 14-37,
Block 128. The final phase was to consist of Block 131 and Lots 23-74, Block 127 and
Lots 1-13, Block 128.
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ITEM NO.: B Cont. FILE NO.: S-867-JJJJJJJJ
The request included the placement of an alternative pedestrian circulation system
within the subdivision in the form of pedestrian trails through tracts of open space in lieu
of sidewalks (Section 31-175). The approval allowed the trail to be constructed of a
hard packed surface to allow access to the trails throughout the year. That
development did not occur.
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PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT -
The current request is to allow the development of 116.62-acres with 246 single-
family residential lots. The development is indicated in multiple phases occurring
over eight (8) phases. The preliminary plat indicates Phase 30-1 will include the
development of Lots 1 — 18 and 76, Block 125, Lots 1 — 9, Block 126 and Lots 1,
2 and 15, Block 127. Phase 30-2 includes Lots 59 — 75, Block 125 and Lots 3 —
14, Block 127. Phase 30-3 contains Lots 19 — 58, Block 125. Phase 31-1
includes the development Lots 1 — 3, Block 128, Lots 59 — 73, Block 128, Lots 1,
40 and 41, Block 129 and Lots 25- 32, Block 130. Phase 31-2 includes Lots 36-
58, Block 128 and Lots 16 — 24, Block 130. Phase 31-3 includes Lots 4 — 18,
Block 128 and Lots 2 — 15, Block 129. Phase 31-4 includes Lots 25 — 38, Block
129, Lots 1 — 13, Block 130 and Phase 31 — 5 includes the development of
Lots 19 — 35, Block 128 and Lots 16 — 25, Block 129.
The applicant is seeking approval of alternative pedestrian paths in -lieu of
sidewalks. The Subdivision Ordinance, Section 31-175, outlines the minimum
construction requirements for the construction of internalized pedestrian paths
when replacing the sidewalk. The ordinance indicates internalized pedestrian
circulation system in the form of paved paths may be substituted for sidewalks
along collector and residential streets upon the request of the applicant and the
approval of the Planning Commission.
EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site is a vacant tree covered site extending from
Drive. There are currently single-family homes loc
Valley Falls Estates is located to the north of the sit
located to the east of the site. The site is current
with property to the south of this development,
zoned MF-6.
NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
m Rahling Road to LaMarche
ated to the west of this site.
e and Charleston Heights is
ly zoned R-2, Single-family
adjacent to Rahling Road,
All abutting property owners were notified of the public hearing. There is not an
active, registered with the City of Little Rock, Neighborhood or Property Owners
Association located in this area.
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D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS:
PUBLIC WORKS CONDITIONS:
1. With site development, provide the design of street conforming to the
Master Street Plan. Construct street improvement to these streets with the
planned development.
2. Access ramps should be provided at intersections of pedestrian trails and
streets. An access ramps should be installed on the west side of LaMarche
Drive at the proposed intersection.
3. A grading permit in accordance with Section 29-186 (c) and (d) will be
required prior to any land clearing or grading activities at the site. Other
than residential subdivisions, site grading and drainage plans must be
submitted and approved prior to the start of construction. Provide further
explanation of what phases are proposed to be advance graded with
construction of a previous phase.
4. Property flooding routinely occurs downstream of the proposed subdivision.
Per Section 29-102 an evaluation should be conducted on the basis of
existing downstream development and an analysis of stormwater runoff with
and without the proposed development. If the proposed development will
cause or increase downstream flooding conditions, the downstream
drainage infrastructure should be improved to pass the expected flows or
detention provided in excess of the 25 year storm event to the downstream
infrastructure capacity.
5. Provide a Sketch Grading and Drainage Plan per Section 29-186 (e).
6. All public drainage easements must be unobstructed and access provided
to the public right-of-way by constructed infrastructure and/or documented
on the final plat. All public drainage easements must contain drainage
infrastructure approved by the City of Little Rock Public Works Department.
100-year overflow swales must be constructed and placed within public
drainage easements.
7. Stormwater detention ordinance applies to this property. Maintenance of
the detention pond and all private drainage improvements is the
responsibility of the developer and/or property owner's association.
8. If disturbed area is one (1) or more acres, obtain a NPDES stormwater
permit from the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality prior to the
start of construction.
9. Obtain a franchise agreement from Bennie Nicolo, Public Works,
bnicolo _Iittlerrock.gov, 501.371.4818 for the private improvements located
in the right-of-way.
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ITEM NO.: B (Cont.) FILE NO.: S-867-JJJJJJJJ
10. Streetlights are required by Section 31-403 of the Little Rock code. Provide
plans for approval to Traffic Engineering. Streetlights must be installed prior
to platting/certificate of occupancy. Contact Greg Simmons, Traffic
Engineering, 501.379.1813 or cl simmons Iittlerock. g ov for more
information.
11. Hauling of fill material on or off site over municipal streets and roads
requires approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Travis
Herbner, Public Works Traffic Engineering, 501.379.1805 or
therbner(cr,,littlerock. aov for more information.
12. The suffix in Evran Loop should be changed due to it does not intersect
Evran Drive in two (2) or more locations. It is suggested that Molieres Lane
be changed to Molieres Drive since it provides the primarily entrance into
the subdivision.
13. Access to detention ponds must be provided to the public right-of-way
and/or access easement for future maintenance by the developer and/or
local property owners' association.
14. Provide a letter prepared by a registered engineer certifying the intersection
sight distance at the proposed intersection(s) comply with 2004 AASHTO
Green Book standards.
15. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or
operation of construction related equipment from a nearby construction site
shall be repaired by the responsible party prior to issuance of a certificate of
occupancy.
16. No walls/landscaping at intersection with La Marche should be constructed
that cause sight obstructions. If entrance walls are constructed, they must
be set back enough to provide unobstructed view of traffic on La Marche
Drive.
17. Traffic calming measures should be constructed on Evran Drive (north leg)
between Evran Lane and Evran Drive (east leg); Evran Drive (east leg)
between Evran Drive (north leg) and Evran Lane; Evran Lane between
Evran Loop and Evran Drive (east leg); and Molieres Lane between
Molieres Circle and Molieres Way.
E. UTILITIES AND FIRE DEPARTMENT/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authori Sewer main extension required with
easements if new sewer service is required for this project. Capacity fee analysis
required. Contact Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority for additional
information.
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ITEM NO.: B (Cont.) FILE NO.: S-867-JJJJJJJJ
Entergy: Entergy does not object to this proposal. There do not appear to be
any conflicts with existing electrical utilities based on the information provided.
There is an existing three phase, underground power line running along the
western side of Lamarche Drive which can be used to feed the proposed
development. Contact Entergy in advance to discuss electrical service
requirements, or adjustments to existing facilities (if any) as this project
proceeds.
Centerpoint Energy: No comment received.
AT & T: No comment received.
Central Arkansas Water:
1. All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for
water service must be met.
2. Please submit plans for water facilities and/or fire protection system to Central
Arkansas Water for review. Plan revisions may be required after additional
review. Contact Central Arkansas Water regarding procedures for installation
of water facilities and/or fire service. Approval of plans by the Arkansas
Department of Health Engineering Division and the Little Rock Fire
Department is required.
3. This development will have minor impact on the existing water distribution
system. Proposed water facilities will be sized to provide adequate pressure
and fire protection.
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. Additional fire hydrant(s) will be required. Contact the Little Rock Fire
Department to obtain information regarding the required placement of the
hydrant(s) and contact Central Arkansas Water regarding procedures for
installation of the hydrant(s).
Fire Department:
1. Fire Hydrants. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations
as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section
D103.1 Access road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a
fire apparatus access road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet,
exclusive of shoulders.
2. Grade. Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the
2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire
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apparatus access roads shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as
approved by the fire chief.
3. Loading. Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of
the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and
loading. Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed
shall be accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire
apparatus access road with an asphalt, concrete or other approved driving
surface capable of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at
least 75,000 pounds.
4. Dead Ends. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at dead end locations as
per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section
D103.4 Dead Ends. Dead-end fire apparatus access roads in excess of
150 feet shall be provided with width and turnaround provisions in accordance
with Table D103.4. Requirements for Dead-end fire apparatus access roads.
5. Gates. Maintain fire apparatus access road gates as per Appendix D of the
2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.5 Fire apparatus
access road gates. Gates securing the fire apparatus access roads shall
comply with all of the following criteria:
1. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
2. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
3. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation
by one person.
4. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all
times and replaces or repaired when defective.
5. Electric gates shall be equipped with a means of opening the gate by
fire department personnel for emergency access. Emergency opening
devices shall be approved by the fire code official.
6. Manual opening gates shall not be locked with a padlock or chain and
padlock unless they are capable of being opened by means of forcible
entry tools or when a key box containing the keys to the lock is
installed at the gate location.
7. Locking device specifications shall be submitted for approval \by the
fire code official
8. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance
with U L 325.
9. Gates, intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed
and installed to comply with requirements of ASTM F 2200.
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6. One- or Two -Family Residential Developments. As per Appendix D, Section
D107.1 of the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol.. 1, One- or Two -Family
dwelling residential developments. Developments of one- or two-family
dwellings where the number of dwelling units exceeds 30 shall be provided
with two separate and approved fire apparatus access roads, and shall meet
the requirements of Section D104.3.
1. Exceptions: Where there are more than 30 dwelling units on a single
public or private fire apparatus access road and al dwelling units are
equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system in
accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, 903.3.1.2 or 903.3.1.3 of the Arkansas
Fire Code, access from two directions shall not be required.
2. The number of dwelling units on a single fire apparatus access road shall
not be increased unless fire apparatus access roads will connect with
future development, as determined by the fire code official.
7. Fire Hydrants. Locate Fire Hydrants as per Appendix C of the
2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code. Section C101 — C105, in conjunction
with Central Arkansas Water (Jason Lowder 501.377.1245) and the
Little Rock Fire Marshal's Office (Capt. Tony Rhodes 501.918.3757 or
Capt. John Hogue 501.918.3754). Number and Distribution of Fire Hydrants
as per Table C105.1.
Parks and Recreation: No comment received.
County Planning: No comment.
Rock Region Metro: Location is not currently served by METRO but is in our
long range plans. We recommend reducing the "lollipop" ended streets in the
current design. Future fixed route service planned for this area would necessitate
METRO Links paratransit service. Dead-end streets create unnecessary miles
added to paratransit service which is an unfunded requirement for transit
authorities. We would like to compliment the developer on the proposed walking
paths and sidewalks which create a desirable, livable neighborhood and easier
access to transit for residents.
F. I SSU ES/T'ECHN ICAUDESI GN :
Building Code: The 2012 AR Fire Prevention Code Vol. III for one (1) and
two (2) family dwellings requires foundations meet the following Sections of the
Code. If the foundation cannot be verified by the building official at the time of
the footing inspection the building official may require verification the foundation
meets the required elevation by a licensed engineer.
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R403.1.7.3 Foundation elevation. On grade sites, the top of any exterior
foundation shall extend above the elevation of the street gutter at point of
discharge or the inlet of an approved drainage device a minimum of 12-inches
(305 mm) plus two (2) percent.
R403.1.7.4 Alternate setback and clearances. Alternate setbacks and
clearances are permitted, subject to the approval of the building official. The
building official is permitted to require an investigation and recommendation of a
qualified engineer to demonstrate that the intent of this Section has been
satisfied. Such an investigation shall include consideration of materials, height of
slope, slope gradient, load intensity and erosion characteristics of slope material.
Please address any questions to the building inspectors at 501.371.4833 or
501.371.4834.
Planninu Division: No comment.
Landscape: No comment.
G. SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENT: (June 28, 2017)
Mr. Tim Daters of White-Daters and Associates was present representing the
request. Staff presented an overview of the item stating there were a few
outstanding technical issues associated with the request in need of addressing
prior to the Commission acting on the request. Staff stated it appeared there
were phases proposed with 30 or more lots which were not providing secondary
access. Staff requested the preliminary plat include the zoning classifications
within the plat boundary and of abutting tracts. Staff also requested the applicant
provide the names of owner of unplatted tracts abutting the plat and the names of
owner of platted tracts in excess of two and one-half (2 Y2) acres.
Public Works comments were addressed. Staff questioned the phase when
advanced grading would take place. Staff also questioned the proposed
detention for the development. Staff stated there were concerns from residents
down -stream which experienced flooding. Staff requested Mr. Daters review the
drainage and provide a sketch grading and drainage plan.
Staff noted the comments from the various other departments and agencies.
Staff suggested the applicant contact the departments or agencies directly with
any questions or concerns. There were no more issues for discussion. The
Committee then forwarded the item to the full Commission for final action.
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H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant submitted a revised preliminary plat to staff addressing most of the
technical issues associated with the request. The applicant has indicated the
zoning classification within the plat and the names of owners of abutting tracts
and parcels.
The request is to allow the subdivision of 116.62-acres with 246 single-family
residential lots. The development is indicated in multiple phases occurring over
eight (8) phases. The lots are indicated with an average lot size of 80-feet by
130-feet. The plat indicates 25-foot front and rear yard setbacks and
the standard side yard setback per the R-2, Single-family Zoning District of
ten (10) percent of the lot width not to exceed eight (8) feet.
The plat includes several tracts of open space. The areas of open space will be
maintained by the property owners association as common green space. The
plat also includes an area set aside for a community park. The community park
will require approval via a conditional use permit request to the Planning
Commission before construction.
The plat indicates the construction of an emergency access from Rahling Road
to serve the new development and comply with the request of the Fire
Department. The secondary access will be constructed as required by the Fire
Chief. The applicant states they do not want to build the emergency drive as a
street to provide direct access to Rahling Road due to concerns the street will
create a cut -through street from Chenal Valley Drive to Pebble Beach.
The request includes a variance from the Land Alteration Ordinance to allow
grading of future phases with the development of the first phase. Advance
grading of Phase 31-1 through 31-5 will occur with the construction of streets and
utilities in Phase 31-1. Included along the northern and eastern perimeters the
plat includes a 25-foot wide grading buffer with existing vegetation to remain in
this area.
The applicant is seeking approval of alternative pedestrian paths in -lieu of
sidewalks. The Subdivision Ordinance, Section 31-175, outlines the minimum
construction requirements for the construction of internalized pedestrian paths
when replacing the sidewalk. The ordinance indicates an internalized pedestrian
circulation system in the form of paved paths may be substituted for sidewalks
along collector and residential streets upon the request of the applicant and the
approval of the Planning Commission.
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ITEM NO.: B (Cont.) FILE NO.: S-867-JJJJJJJJ
The applicant is requesting several variances from Chapter 29 of City code as
part of the application. The applicant is requesting a variance to advance grade
Phases 31-2 thru 31-5 with the issuance of the grading permit for Phase 31-1
due to the applicant's desire to balance the cut and fill on site. Staff recommends
approval of this variance subject to a preliminary grading and drainage plan
being developed for Phases 31-2 thru 31-5 prior to the issuance of the grading
permit for Phase 31-1. Secondly, the applicant is requesting a variance for
slopes at the south side of the lots in Phase 31-3 to be graded to a 2:1 slope
which exceed the maximum 3:1 slope due to the existing angle of the shale
plane. Staff recommends approval of the variance for the 2:1 slope. Lastly, the
applicant is requesting to exceed the maximum water surface storage elevation
in the stormwater detention ponds of four (4) feet due to the applicant's desire to
construct detention ponds which can detain stormwater beyond the minimum
requirements and to make modifications to the drainage discharge locations
within the subdivision to balance the discharge flow from the site to possibly
improve some of the existing downstream flooding issues. Staff recommends
approval of the variance due to the belief this will lessen some of the historical
downstream flooding.
Staff is supportive of the applicant's request. The applicant is seeking
preliminary plat approval to allow the development of a single-family subdivision
with a density of 2.12 units per acre. The plat as indicated complies with the
typical development standards of the zoning and subdivision ordinance. The
request does include a variance from the Land Alteration Ordinance to allow
grading of future phases with the development of the first phase. The applicant
indicates this is necessary to balance the site. To staff's knowledge there are no
remaining outstanding technical issues associated with the request.
I. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the request subject to compliance with the
comments and conditions as outlined in paragraphs D, E and F of the agenda
staff report.
Staff recommends approval of the variance request from the City's Land
Alteration Ordinance to allow grading of future phase with the development of the
first phase.
Staff recommends approval of the variance request to allow the 2:1 slope.
Staff recommends approval of the variance request to allow the detention pond
to exceed the maximum water surface storage elevation for the stormwater
detention ponds.
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ITEM NO.: B Cont. FILE NO.: S-867-JJJJJJJJ
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JULY 20, 2017)
The applicant was present. There were registered objectors present. Staff presented a
recommendation deferral of the item to the August 31, 2017, public hearing. The item
was placed on the consent agenda and approved as recommended by staff by a vote of
9 ayes, 0 noes and 2 absent.
STAFF UPDATE:
The applicant and staff are continuing to discuss traffic calming measure on LaMarche
Drive to ensure there is adequate sight stopping distance for the intersection of the new
street, Evran Drive, and LaMarche Drive.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (AUGUST 31, 2017)
Mr. Tim Daters and Mr. Bill Spivey were present representing the request. There were
persons present with cards indicating opposition and neutral to the request. Staff
presented the item stating the applicant submitted a letter indicating a desire to work
with staff. Staff stated the intersection of Evran Drive and LaMarche Drive did not
provide adequate intersection sight distance. Staff stated the intersection was to (shall)
be modified to provide safe access for the Chenal Valley Phase 30 and 31 subdivision
and the traveling public on LaMarche Drive in a method approved by the Public Works
Department. Staff stated no permits, including advance grading permits, for the
construction of this subdivision would be issued by staff until the intersection design was
approved. Staff stated the applicant's letter stated Deltic Timber Corporation, with their
Engineer, White-Daters and Associates, would work with staff to design a safe
intersection which Public Works staff could support. Staff presented a recommendation
of approval of the requested preliminary plat and the associated variances subject to
compliance with the comments and conditions as outlined in paragraphs D, E and F of
the agenda staff report.
Mr. Tim Daters addressed the Commission stating he and Mr. Spivey had worked with
the Madison Valley Neighborhood to resolve a number of their concerns. He stated
Deltic had prepared a letter addressed the City which was to become a part of the
approved preliminary plat application file. He stated there were nine (9) concerns raised
by the residents which Deltic was committed to providing as a part of the approved
request: (1) The post development stormwater discharge to the creek west of Madison
Valley and east of Carter Lane would not exceed existing discharge for the 25-year
rainfall event. (2) The post development stormwater discharge to the three (3) Storm
drains which were stubbed out to the south side of Madison Valley would not exceed
the existing discharge for the 25-year rain fall event. (3) Post development stormwater
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ITEM NO.: B Cont.) FILE NO.: S-867-JJJJJJJJ
discharge to swale across the rear of Lot 70 in the southeast corner of Madison Valley
would not exceed the existing discharge for the 25-year rainfall event. (4) A cut off ditch
would be constructed to intercept the flow from the proposed fill slope on the rear of
Lots 7 — 20 along the north side of Evran Drive and south of Madison Valley. Flow from
the cut off ditch would be directed into the existing culvert on the south side of Madison
Valley and to the proposed detention area in the behind Lots 20 and 21 on Evran Drive.
(5) Deltic will preserve an undisturbed buffer adjacent to the lots in Madison Valley. The
width of the buffer will vary from 25 feet to 50 feet. The majority of the buffer will be
50 feet. Deltic will stabilize and plant low maintenance grasses, seedlings, and trees on
the slope area to the south of the buffer. The width of the planted buffer will vary from
40 feet to 75 feet. Additional plantings will be used in those areas where the preserved
buffer is less than 50 feet. (6) Construction traffic related to the advanced grading and
construction of streets and utilities will be along LaMarche Drive, not Taylor Loop Road.
(7) Construction activities related to the advanced grading and construction of streets
and utilities will not begin prior to 7:30 AM. If weather conditions require equipment
to be started prior to 7:30 AM, it shall be minimized as much as possible.
(8) No construction will begin on this project until detailed street and drainage plans
have been approved by Little Rock Public Works. Deltic has no objection to the detailed
plans being shared with any other parties. (9) The gated emergency access from the
cul-de-sac on the end of Evran Drive to Brionne Lane will be gated on each end. The
Bill of Assurance for Phase 31 may allow the Property Owners Association to
install operational motorized gates to allow restricted use of the access to and from
Brionne Lane.
Mr. Dates stated in addition the Property Owners Association had requested
three (3) additional stormwater detention ponds be included on the proposed plat.
Mr. Daters stated the location was shown but did not at this point know the size. He
stated the size would be determined with final design and review/approval by Public
Works. He stated the Property Owners Association would have an opportunity to
review the plans prior to the issuance of a grading permit. He stated no trees, shrubs or
foliage would be removed in the advanced grading buffer with the exception of crossing
the buffer to make connections to the storm drains. He stated the restoration of the
slope would take place within one (1) year of the grading activities. He stated the slope
plantings would include oaks and maples, planted 50-foot on center in two (2) staggered
rows with a minimum of one (1) to one and one-half (1 Y2) inch caliper trees. He stated
loblolly pine saplings would be planted ten (10) feet on center on staggered rows and
weeping love grass would be hydro -seeded on the slope. He stated in the areas where
advanced grading buffer was less than 50 feet an evergreen screen would be placed to
include Green Giant Arborvitae's , planted 15-feet on center, five (5) to six (6) feet high
staggered in two (2) rows. He indicated the hours of construction activity was limited to
the grading activities on the site and not to the individual home construction.
Mr. Daters stated a 25-foot undisturbed buffer would be added along the
DiPippa property.
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ITEM NO.: B (Cont.) FILE NO.: S-867-JJJJJJJJ
Mr. Joseph Perrone addressed the Commission stating he was appreciative of
Mr. Daters and Mr. Spivey on behalf of Deltic working with the residents of Madison
Valley. He stated he felt they would be a good neighbor.
Ms. Sylvia Delso addressed the Commission stating she was thankful for the assistance
Mr. Daters and Mr. Spivey had provided to the neighborhood. She stated they had
worked with the neighborhood to increase the buffer and to address some of the
drainage concerns. She stated the subdivision was also interested in the developer
installing the gated entrance from Brionne Lane to allow the resident's access to
Rahling Road. She stated the concern was traffic on Taylor Loop Road. She stated
with the subdivision an increase of traffic would result. She stated with the gated
entrance the new subdivision would have options for access and lessen the impact of
traffic on Taylor Loop Road.
Mr. John DiPippa addressed the Commission with concerns and in opposition. He
stated his home was located on Demming Place at the northwest corner of the
proposed development. He stated he was concerned with privacy and the proposed
access. He stated he did not speak for his neighbors but felt they too would like the
buffer to extend adjacent to their property. He stated he felt the Commission should
require the gated entrance from Brionne Lane with the development of the first lots in
the subdivision and not leave the entrance to the Property Owners Association. He
stated with the only access from LaMarche Drive there would be a great number of cars
passing by his home. He stated 250 lots times eight (8) trips per day would result in
2,000 vehicles passing by his home. He stated if the gates was included in the
development residents of the subdivision would have an option other than
LaMarche Drive.
Ms. Karen DiPippa addressed the Commission in opposition of the request. She stated
she felt the application should include saving as much of the buffer as possible to cut
down on light pollution, noise and erosion. She stated the developer should avoid clear
cutting. She stated she felt the gate located at the back of the subdivision would help in
reducing traffic adjacent to her home.
Mr. Daters stated the buffer would be extended to the east. He stated he was unsure
as to how far the buffer could be extended but he would review the grading plans to
provide an extended buffer along the northwestern property line. He stated the
developer did not want to commit to installing the gate. He stated the gate would be
installed in a manner that nothing had to be removed and the gated entrance would be
of little cost to the property owners association. He stated there would be funds
available to the property owners association to install the gates if the POA desired.
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ITEM NO.: B [Cont.
FILE NO.: S-867-JJJJJJJJ
There was a general discussion by the Commission concerning the proposed request
and drainage in the area. Mr. Daters stated the development would not fix all the
drainage problems in the area but would not create any additional drainage problems.
He stated the development was providing detention above the City requirement.
There was a general discussion by the Commission concerning the placement of the
gate at Brionne Lane. Mr. Dates stated the developer was not willing to commit to
installation of the gate with the development of the first lots in the subdivision.
He stated he felt the gated entrance was a decision the property owners should make
and not the developer. He stated the gate would be an added expense to the
homeowners and he did not want to place the expense on the POA if the residents did
not want the gate.
Commissioner Stebbins questioned Brionne Lane and the street classification.
Mr. Daters stated the street was not on the Master Street Plan but was constructed to a
commercial street standard since the abutting property was zoned multi -family.
A motion was made to approve the request as amended and to include all staff
recommendations and comments and including the proposed variances to the Land
Alteration Ordinance and the Stormwater Detention Ordinance. The motion carried by a
vote 10 ayes, 0 noes and 1 absent.
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SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE COMMENTS
AUGUST 7, 2019
ITEM NO.: 1. CHENAL VALLEY PHASES 30 & 31
PRELIMINARY PLAT TIME EXTENSION 5-867-J 8
Planning Staff Comments:
1. Provide notification of the (abutting property owners/property owners 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 August 14, 2019. The Office of Planning
and Development must receive the proof of notice no later than August 23, 2019.
2. The time extension request includes the previously approved land alternation variance.
3. The Preliminary Plat cannot be developed in its current form if the Rahling Road School
approved on August 1, 2019 is developed.
Variance/Waivers:
e Land alteration variance extension
Public Works:
1. No Comments.
Utilities and Fire Department/Count Plannin
Little Rock Reclamation Authority:
Sewer main extension required with easements if new sewer service is required for this
project.
Entergy: No comments.
Centerpoint Energy: No comment received.
AT&T- No comment received.
Central Arkansas Water
All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water service
must be met.
A 20-inch water line crosses this site within a waterline easement. Care must be taken to
protect this water line and any appurtenances, such as access and air release vaults, or
monumentation which may be in the area. No structures on foundations will be allowed
within the existing waterline easement. Paved parking and driveways are allowed.
Carney, Dana
From: Carney, Dana
Sent: Wednesday, August 21, 2019 3:46 PM
To: 'Timothy Daters'
Subject: plat time extension
We discussed your question as a group and have determined that the time extension request was made in a timely
manner and the matter was placed on a planning commission agenda in a timely manner. If that item is deferred by the
commission to a subsequent agenda, pushing the item slightly past the two-year approval window, it does not preclude
them from approving the time extension request.
August 29, 2019
ITEM NO.. 1 FILE NO.: S-867-J
NAME: Chenal Valley Phases 30 and 31 Preliminary Plat Time Extension
LOCATION: East of LaMarche Drive, between LaMarche Drive and Rahling Road
DEVELOPER:
Potlatch/Deltic
7 Chenal Club Boulevard
Little Rock, AR 72223
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT-
Potlatch/Deltic, Owner
White-daters, Authorized Agent
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
White-Daters
24 Rahling Circle
Little Rock, AR 72223
AREA: 116-acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 246 FT. NEW STREET: 13,500 LF
WARD: 5 PLANNING DISTRICT: 19 - Chenal CENSUS TRACT: 42.12
CURRENT ZONING: R-2, single family
VARIANCE/WAIVERS: A variance from the Land Alteration Ordinance to allow advance
grading of future phases with the development of the first phase.
BACKGROUND:
On August 31, 2017, the planning commission approved this preliminary plat to allow for
the development of Chenal Valley Phases 30 and 31. The approved preliminary plat of
this 116 acres included the development of 246 single family lots and 13,500 linear feet
of new street. Alternative pedestrian paths were approved in lieu of sidewalks. The
development was approved to be constructed in multiple (8) phases. The average lot size
approved was 80' by 130'. The plat indicated 25' front and rear setbacks and the standard
side yard setback per the R-2 district of 10% of the lot width not to exceed 8'. The plat
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NO.: 1 (Cont.
FILE NO.: S-867-J
indicated several areas of open space to be maintained by the property owners
association as common green space. The plat also indicated an area to be set aside for
future development of a community park. Approval of a conditional use permit will be
required prior to development of that park. The density of the proposed development is
2.12 units per acre. The plat indicated the construction of a secondary emergency access
to the east to Brionne Lane and Rahling Road. The planning commission also approved
a variance from the Land Alteration ordinance to allow advance grading of future phases
in conjunction with development of the first phase.
Development of the proposed preliminary plat has not yet commenced.
Section 31-94 of the Subdivision Ordinance states a preliminary plat approved by the
planning commission shall be effective and binding upon the commission for two (2) years
from the date of approval or as long as work is actively progressing, at the end of which
time the final plat application must have been submitted to the planning staff ... The
planning commission may extend the original preliminary approval for a period not to
exceed one (1) additional year when it can be demonstrated that there are no changes in
the plat design or neighborhood that warrant a complete review.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant is requesting a one (1) year time extension of the preliminary plat
approval and land alteration variance. There are no changes in the proposed
preliminary plat. The applicants state they have been working with the Corps of
Engineers to obtain an individual 404 Permit and they need additional time to
complete that process.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
There have been no changes to the site or the immediate surrounding properties
since the 2017 approval. The site is heavily wooded. Single family neighborhoods
are located to the north, west and east. The property to the south remains
undeveloped. On August 1, 2019, the commission approved a conditional use
permit to allow for construction of a school to the east of this plat area, fronting
onto Rahling Road. A portion of the proposed school site actually incorporates a
portion of this proposed preliminary plat area. If the school development occurs,
this preliminary plat will become void. If the school development does not occur,
the applicants do not want to lose the preliminary plat approval.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
Notice of the public hearing was sent to all owners of abutting properties and The
Courts Neighborhood Association.
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ITEM NO.: 1 Cont. FILE NO.: S-867-J 8
D. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of a one (1) year extension of the preliminary plat and
land alteration variance subject to compliance with all comments and conditions
form the original August 31, 2017 planning commission approval.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION -
(AUGUST 29, 2019)
The applicant was present. There was one objector present. Staff presented the item
and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the "staff recommendation" above.
Tim Daters addressed the commission and stated they had been working on the plat since
the 2017 approval and were continuing to work with the Corps of Engineers on a
mitigation plan. Mr. Daters stated they anticipated obtaining Corps' approval but it was a
lengthy process. He stated there were no changes to the plat from the 2017 approval
and they were bound by all previous commitments and conditions.
Sylvia Delsa, of 100 Holland Lane, addressed the commission. She stated she was the
Vice-president of the Madison Valley POA. She stated, based on the 2017 approval, her
neighborhood was to be notified of any developments for this preliminary plat. She stated
her POA wanted to make sure all prior agreements were followed.
Mr. Daters stated the applicant had agreed to meet with the POA prior to any work
progressing and no work had yet started. He stated the applicant would follow all previous
agreements.
There was no further discussion. A motion was made and seconded to approve the item
as recommended by staff, including all staff comments and conditions. The motion was
approved by a vote of 8 ayes, 0 noes, 2 absent and 1 open position.
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FILE NO.: S-867-J f8
NAME: Chenal Valley Phases 30 and 31 Preliminary Plat Time Extension
LOCATION: East of LaMarche Drive, between LaMarche Drive and Rahling Road
DEVELOPER:
Potlatch/Deltic
7 Chenal Club Boulevard
Little Rock, AR 72223
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Potlatch/Deltic, Owner
White-daters, Authorized Agent
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
White-Daters
24 Rahling Circle
Little Rock, AR 72223
AREA: 116-acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 246
WARD: 5 PLANNING DISTRICT: 19 - Chenal
URRENT ZONING: R-2, single family
FT. NEW STREET: 13,500 LF
CENSUS TRACT: 42.12
VARIANCE/WAIVERS: A variance from the Land Alteration Ordinance to allow advance
grading of future phases with the development of the first phase.
BACKGROUND:
On August 31, 2017, the planning commission approved this preliminary plat to allow for
the development of Chenal Valley Phases 30 and 31. The approved preliminary plat of
this 116 acres included the development of 246 single family lots and 13,500 linear feet
of new street. Alternative pedestrian paths were approved in lieu of sidewalks. The
development was approved to be constructed in multiple (8) phases. The average lot size
approved was 80' by 130'. The plat indicated 25' front and rear setbacks and the standard
side yard setback per the R-2 district of 10% of the lot width not to exceed 8'. The plat
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ITEM NO.: 1 (Cont.
indicated several areas of open space to be maintained by the property owners
association as common green space. The plat also indicated an area to be set aside for
future development of a community park. Approval of a conditional use permit will be
required prior to development of that park. The density of the proposed development is
2.12 units per acre. The plat indicated the construction of a secondary emergency access
to the east to Brionne Lane and Rahling Road. The planning commission also approved
a variance from the Land Alteration ordinance to allow advance grading of future phases
in conjunction with development of the first phase.
Development of the proposed preliminary plat has not yet commenced.
Section 31-94 of the Subdivision Ordinance states a preliminary plat approved by the
planning commission shall be effective and binding upon the commission for two (2) years
from the date of approval or as long as work is actively progressing, at the end of which
time the final plat application must have been submitted to the planning staff ... The
planning commission may extend the original preliminary approval for a period not to
exceed one (1) additional year when it can be demonstrated that there are no changes in
the plat design or neighborhood that warrant a complete review.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant is requesting a one (1) year time extension of the preliminary plat
approval and land alteration variance. There are no changes in the proposed
preliminary plat. The applicants state they have been working with the Corps of
Engineers to obtain an individual 404 Permit and they need additional time to
complete that process.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
There have been no changes to the site or the immediate surrounding properties
since the 2017 approval. The site is heavily wooded. Single family neighborhoods
are located to the north, west and east. The property to the south remains
undeveloped. On August 1, 2019, the commission approved a conditional use
permit to allow for construction of a school to the east of this plat area, fronting
onto Rahling Road. A portion of the proposed school site actually incorporates a
portion of this proposed preliminary plat area. If the school development occurs,
this preliminary plat will become void. If the school development does not occur,
the applicants do not want to lose the preliminary plat approval.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
Notice of the public hearing was sent to all owners of abutting properties and The
Courts Neighborhood Association.
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ITEM NO.: 1 Cont. FILE NO.: S-867-J (8)
D. STAFF RECOMMENDATION.
Staff recommends approval of a one (1) year extension of the preliminary plat and
land alteration variance subject to compliance with all comments and conditions
form the original August 31, 2017 planning commission approval.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (AUGUST 29, 2019)
The applicant was present. There was one objector present. Staff presented the item
and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the "staff recommendation" above.
Tim Daters addressed the commission and stated they had been working on the plat since
the 2017 approval and were continuing to work with the Corps of Engineers on a
mitigation plan. Mr. Daters stated they anticipated obtaining Corps' approval but it was a
lengthy process. He stated there were no changes to the plat from the 2017 approval
and they were bound by all previous commitments and conditions.
Sylvia Delsa, of 100 Holland Lane, addressed the commission. She stated she was the
Vice-president of the Madison Valley POA. She stated, based on the 2017 approval, her
neighborhood was to be notified of any developments for this preliminary plat. She stated
her POA wanted to make sure all prior agreements were followed.
Mr. Daters stated the applicant had agreed to meet with the POA prior to any work
progressing and no work had yet started. He stated the applicant would follow all previous
agreements.
There was no further discussion. A motion was made and seconded to approve the item
as recommended by staff, including all staff comments and conditions. The motion was
approved by a vote of 8 ayes, 0 noes, 2 absent and 1 open position.