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ITEM NO.: 19 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10182
The area surrounding the site is designated for Residential Medium (RM) density
uses and is characterized by single-family, duplex, and triplex residential structures
as well as vacant residential lots. This site is not located in an Overlay District.
Master Street Plan:
Hanger Street is a Local Street on the Master Street Plan. Local Streets are roads
designed to provide access to adjacent property with the movement of traffic being
a secondary purpose. The standard Right-of-way is 50'. Sidewalks are required on
one side. This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street
improvements.
Bicycle Plan:
Hanger Street is not shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing or proposed
facilities in this area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
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ITEM NO.: 19 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10182
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant proposes to rezone the property from R-4 to PD-R. The subject
property is proposed to be replatted into two (2) separate lots. The developer will
build a two-story, attached single-family residence on each lot. The applicant will
not reside on the property and intends to market both residences for sale/lease in
the future.
Properties surrounding the site contain a mixture of zoning and uses in all
directions.
Lot 11 R1 and Lot 11 R2 are shown as 3,500 square feet and 3,503 square feet in
area, respectively.
Each residence will be 787 square feet in area, with a patio facing Hanger Street.
Both residences will be constructed using asphalt shingle roof and vinyl siding.
Building setbacks for both residences are shown as twenty (20) feet from the front
property line, over twenty-five (25) feet from the rear property line, and eight (8)
feet from the side property lines.
Both structures shall not exceed thirty-five (35) feet in height.
Section 36-502 requires one (1) parking space for each dwelling unit. The site plan
shows a twenty (20) foot wide, shared access drive extending from the alley at the
rear of the property, that will be utilized for off-street parking for both units. Staff
feels the parking is sufficient to serve the proposed use.
Any future signage must comply with Section 36-551 of the City's Zoning
Ordinance (signs permitted in residential one — and two — family zones).
All lighting must be low-level and directed away from adjacent properties.
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ITEM NO.: 19 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10182
To staffs knowledge, there are no outstanding issues associated with this
application. Staff feels that the proposed development is an appropriate use for the
subject property. Staff feels the proposed development will not be out of character
with the development pattern in the area. Properties in the general area contain a
mixture of residential zoning and uses. Although there will be a minor increase in
traffic, staff feels the proposed development will not have an adverse impact on
the surrounding properties.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested PD-R rezoning, subject to
compliance with the comments and conditions outlined in paragraphs D, E and F,
and the staff analysis, of the agenda staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (AUGUST 14, 2025)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. Staff
presented the item, and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the "staff
analysis" above. The item remained on the Consent Agenda for Approval. The vote
was (11) ayes, (0) nays and (0) absent. The motion passed. The application was
approved.
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ITEM NO.: 20
NAME: Orndorff #4 — PD-R
LOCATION: Immediately North of 1614 College Street
DEVELOPER:
Mike Orndorff
609 E. 16th Street
Little Rock, AR 72202
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
GarNat Engineering (Agent)
PO Box 116
Bryant, AR 72015
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
GarNat Engineering
PO Box 116
Bryant, AR 72015
AREA: 0.17 acre NUMBER OF LOTS: 2
WARD: 1 PLANNING DISTRICT: 7
CURRENT ZONING: R-4
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
FILE NO.: Z-10183
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The applicant proposes to rezone the property from R-4 to PD-R. The subject
property is proposed to be replatted into two (2) separate lots. The developer will
build a two-story, attached single-family residence on each lot. The applicant will
not reside on the property and intends to market both residences for sale/lease in
the future.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
Properties surrounding the site contain a mixture of zoning and uses in all
directions.
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ITEM NO.:_20 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10183
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
All owners of property located within 300 feet of the site and all neighborhood
associations registered with the City of Little Rock were notified of the public
hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PLANNING DIVISION
1. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-
4817 or at 501-918-5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way
prior to placement of concrete or asphalt or for on -site clarification of
requirements prior to commencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal
of any improperly placed concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or
contractor.
2. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works
Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or
for more information.
3. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations
of construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by
the responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS): No comments.
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: No comments.
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water:
1. All Central Arkansas Water requirements in the time of request for water
service must be met.
Fire Department:
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ITEM NO.: 20 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10183
1. Full plan review.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Building Codes:
As per 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Volume III R302.1(1) Single Family
Dwellings have the following requirements when dealing with Dwellings that are
closer than 7' from the property line: If the soffit assembly extends inside of 5' from
the property line, it must be constructed with fire treated materials. 5/8" Type "X"
Drywall, stucco, fire treated plywood or some other fire treated material on
underside of the soffit, fire treated fascia, elimination of soffit vents and gable vents
and crawl space vents on the affected portion of the wall. Note: Vents must be
relocated to ensure proper venting of the attic space.
Exceptions to this are to fire block this section of the exterior
wall from the top plate to the underside of the roof decking and
to fire caulk the blocking at all joints.
Townhouse Construction as per City of Littlerock
Townhouse Construction Requirements for the City of Little Rock, Arkansas
1. Framing Requirements:
a. All Townhomes shall be constructed with 2-Hour Fire Barrier Wall extending
through the roof and exterior walls or from the slab to the roof deck and front
walls with a 1-Hour extension on both sides of the wall for 48" on the walls
and 48" on the roof structure.
i. Doors must be fire rated if they are installed in wall.
ii. Overhead doors are not allowed to be installed in the fire rated wall
section listed above.
b. 2-Hour Fire Barrier Walls shall be independently constructed from all roof
and floor loads and must remain standing throughout a fire event. No
framing members are allowed to pass through the fire wall.
c. No power, gas, sewer, water, phone, security wiring, is allowed to be
installed in the 2-Hour fire barrier walls. No exceptions.
d. 2-Hour wall must extend out into the soffit to the back of the sub -fascia and
down to the bottom of the soffit.
e. Soffit Vents must be broken 48" from each side of the 2-hour fire barrier
wall.
f. Ridge Vents must be broken 48" from each side of the 2-hour fire barrier
wall.
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ITEM NO.: 20 (Cont.
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2. Utilities:
g. Electrical
i. Separate Electrical Services are required. Each unit must have its
own separate electric meter and disconnecting means on the outside
of the unit.
ii. No electrical allowed in 2-hour fire barrier walls.
h. Water
i. A single water meter is allowed but water must enter each unit from
the outside with a water box / valve / union assembly before entering
the unit.
ii. Each unit requires its own water heater.
i. Sanitary Sewer
i. A single sanitary sewer service is allowed in units that are leased to
the occupants.
ii. Each unit individually owned must have its own sanitary sewer
service.
iii. Each unit individually owned where the yard is also owned must have
its own individual sanitary service on the property under ownership.
iv. Cleanouts required at the entry and exit from the building.
j. Natural Gas
i. A single natural gas meter is allowed in buildings that are leased to
the occupants or units where the building unit is owned but not the
yard.
ii. Gas Service must enter each unit from the outside and have a shutoff
on the outside of each unit.
iii. Each unit individually owned where the yard is also owned must have
its own natural gas service meter and service. Services must be
contained within each individual yard.
k. HVAC
i. All units must have their own designated HVAC System. No sharing
within the overall building or yard area.
NOTE: A site utility plan is required for all townhouse construction.
NOTE: Townhouse construction requires separately derived utility services for
Electrical, Water, Sanitary Sewer, Natural Gas and HVAC with all systems
contained in front / back yard building lines extending to a shared utility easement.
NOTE: If Townhouse Units cannot comply with utility requirements they are
classified as condominiums and are required to have fire sprinkler installations
throughout and are allowed to be separated by 1-hour fire walls.
Landscape: No comments received.
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ITEM NO.: 20_(Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10183
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division:
Planning Division staff recommend taking vehicular access from the rear platted
alley to support walkability and avoid disruption to existing or future pedestrian
facilities. College Street is a proposed bike route on the Master Bike Plan and
reducing new curb cuts along this corridor will support active transportation in the
neighborhood and across the network.
Land Use Plan:
The request is in the 1-30 Planning District, District 7 The development principles
in this district seek to stabilize existing residential areas. The Land Use Plan shows
Residential Medium Density (RM) use for the requested area. The Residential
Medium Density (RM) use category accommodates a broad range of housing
types including single family attached, single family detached, duplex, town homes,
multi -family and patio or garden homes. Any combination of these and possibly
other housing types may fall in this category provided that the density is between
six (6) and twelve (12) dwelling units per acre. The application is for a Planned
District -Residential (PD-R).
The area surrounding the site is designated for Residential Medium (RM) density
use and is characterized by mostly single-family, duplex, and triplex residential
structures as well as vacant residential lots.
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ITEM NO.: 20 (Cont.
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Master Street Plan:
College Street is a Collector on the Master Street Plan. Collectors are designed to
connect traffic from Local Streets to Arterials or to activity centers, with the
secondary function of providing access to adjoining property. The standard Right
of way is 60'. Sidewalks are required on one side of Collectors. This street may
require dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements.
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Bicycle Plan:
College Street is on the Master Bike Plan as a Proposed Class III Bike Route.
Class III Bike Routes require no additional right-of-way, but either a sign or
pavement marking to identify and direct the route.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
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H. ANALYSIS:
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The applicant proposes to rezone the property from R-4 to PD-R. The subject
property is proposed to be replatted into two (2) separate lots. The developer will
build a two-story, attached single-family residence on each lot. The applicant will
not reside on the property and intends to market both residences for sale/lease in
the future.
Properties surrounding the site contain a mixture of zoning and uses in all
directions.
Lot 3R1 and Lot 3R2 are shown as 3,767 square feet and 3,765 square feet in
area, respectively. Both residences will contain a front patio facing College Street.
Both residences will be constructed using an asphalt shingle roof and vinyl siding.
Building setbacks for both residences are shown as twenty (20) feet from the front
property line, over twenty-five (25) feet from the rear property line, and eight (8)
feet from the side property lines.
Both structures shall not exceed thirty-five (35) feet in height.
Section 36-502 requires one (1) parking space for each dwelling unit. The site plan
shows a twenty (20) foot wide, shared access drive extending from the alley in the
rear of the property that will be utilized for off-street parking for both units. Staff
feels the parking is sufficient to serve the proposed use.
Any future signage must comply with Section 36-551 of the City's Zoning
Ordinance (signs permitted in residential one — and two — family zones).
Site lighting must be low-level and directed away from adjacent properties.
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ITEM NO.: 20 (Cont.
Z-10183
To staffs knowledge, there are no outstanding issues associated with this
application. Staff feels that the proposed development is an appropriate use for the
subject property. Staff feels the proposed development will not be out of character
with the development pattern within the area. Properties in the general area
contain a mixture of residential zoning and uses. Although there will be a minor
increase in traffic, staff feels the proposed development will not have an adverse
impact on the surrounding properties.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested PD-R rezoning, subject to
compliance with the comments and conditions outlined in paragraphs D, E and F,
and the staff analysis, of the agenda staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (AUGUST 14, 2025)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. Staff
presented the item, and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the "staff
analysis" above. The item remained on the Consent Agenda forApproval. The vote
was (11) ayes, (0) nays and (0) absent. The motion passed. The application was
approved.
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ITEM NO.: 21
ORD;TO REPEAL ETJ
NAME: Ordinance to Repeal the City of Little Rock's Planning Jurisdiction in Unincorporated
Areas
L-0-CATION: Extraterritorial Jurisdiction Area
AREA: 60,544 acres more or less
WARD: N/A - ETJ
PLANNING DISTRICTS: 14, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30
QUERFUT Z-QN-ING: Various (37,391 zoned acres more or less)
A. PJ3-QP-QSA�tRQ-U-ESTIAPP.LICANT'S STATEMENT:
The request is to repeal the City of Little Rock's planning jurisdiction in
unincorporated areas of the county in compliance
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
Neighborhood Association contacts are notified of all items on the Planning
Commission agenda via a single notice prior the Commission's hearing.
H. A vA LM5:
Pursuant to Arkansas Code Annotated § 14-56-413, municipalities are authorized to
exercise extraterritorial jurisdiction within areas beyond their corporate limits. For
municipalities of one hundred fifty thousand (150,000) population and greater, the
extraterritorial jurisdiction within areas beyond their corporate limits is three (3)
miles. Such authorities include regulation of land subdivision, plat approval, building
inspection, and other land use and infrastructure matters. The City of Little Rock has
exercised this authority, in part or in whole, in the areas known and referred to as the
City's extraterritorial jurisdiction, or "ETJ", since 1957 when the authoritywas granted
by state law.
During the 2025 Regular Session of the Arkansas Legislature, the Arkansas General
Assembly enacted Act 314 (House Bill 1510), which repealed the authority of cities
to exercise extra -territorial jurisdiction (ETJ) over unincorporated areas outside their
official limits. The effective date of this state law is August 4, 2025. In response, at
this time, the City will no longer perform or accept any planning, permitting,
inspection, or land use -related activities outside the incorporated city limits.
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Additionally, the City of Little Rock desires to bring its ordinances, policies, and
regulations into compliance with state law by formally repealing or amending all code
sections and planning policies that rely on or implement extraterritorial jurisdiction.
The ordinance formally repeals extraterritorial jurisdiction utilized by the City and
amends relevant sections of the Little Rock Municipal Code, primarily sections in
Chapter 23 — Planning & Development, Chapter 31 — Subdivisions, Chapter 35 —
Water, Sewers and Sewage Disposal, and Chapter 36—Zoning.
The ordinance asserts that while the City will no longer exercise jurisdiction outside
its boundaries, it will continue to develop and maintain long-range, comprehensive,
municipal planning documents that reflect and promote the intent of Arkansas Code
Annotated § 14-56-403 and serve as guidance for voluntary coordination with Pulaski
County and other regional partners.
I. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
The Staff recommends approval of the ordinance.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(AUGUST 14, 2025)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. Staff
presented the item, and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the "staff
analysis" above. The item remained on the Consent Agenda for Approval. The vote
was (11) ayes, (0) nays and (0) absent. The motion passed. The application was
approved.
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE TO REPEAL THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK'S PLANNING
JURISDICTION IN UNINCORPORATED AREAS OF PULASKI COUNTY IN
COMPLIANCE WITH ACT 314 OF 2025, TO AMEND ORDINANCES AND CITY
CODE PROVISIONS ACCORDINGLY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
WHEREAS, pursuant to Arkansas Code Annotated § 14-56-413, municipalities were previously
authorized to exercise extraterritorial jurisdiction within areas beyond their corporate limits; and,
WHEREAS, pursuant to Arkansas Code Annotated § 14-56-413, the extraterritorial jurisdiction
within areas beyond their corporate limits for municipalities of one hundred fifty thousand (150,000)
population and greater, was three (3) miles; and,
WHEREAS, prior to the enactment of Act 314 of 2025, municipalities, including the City of Little
Rock, were authorized to exercise extraterritorial jurisdiction in unincorporated areas pursuant to Arkansas
Code Annotated §§ 14-56-413, 14-17-208, 14-56-417, 14-56-422, 14-38-101, 14-40-208, 14-284-207, 17-
28-305, 18-15-1702, 18-15-1703 and related statutes; and
WHEREAS, such authority included regulation of land subdivision, plat approval, building
inspection, and other land use and infrastructure matters within a three (3) mile radius of city boundaries
for municipalities with populations over 150,000; and
WHEREAS, the Arkansas General Assembly enacted Act 314 of 2025, which repeals such
authority and requirements, thereby prohibiting municipalities from exercising authority over areas
outside their incorporated boundaries; and
WHEREAS, the City of Little Rock desires to bring its ordinances, policies, and regulations into
compliance with state law by formally repealing or amending all code sections and planning policies that
rely on or implement extraterritorial jurisdiction; and
WHEREAS, it is in the public interest to clarify that the City of Little Rock will no longer exercise
such authority outside its corporate limits after the effective date of Act 314 of 2025;
WHEREAS, Arkansas Code Annotated § 14-56-403 authorizes municipalities to prepare and
maintain municipal plans to promote, in accordance with present and future needs, the safety, morals,
order, convenience, prosperity, and general welfare of the citizens; and,
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WHEREAS, Act 314 of 2025 does not prohibit municipalities from preparing or updating
municipal planning documents that include areas outside city limits, provided such documents are not
enforced or implemented as binding regulation within unincorporated areas; and
WHEREAS, the City of Little Rock wishes to clarify that while it no longer exercises jurisdiction
outside its boundaries, it may continue to develop and maintain long-range, comprehensive, municipal
planning documents that reflect and promote the intent of Arkansas Code Annotated § 14-56-403 and
serve as guidance for voluntary coordination with Pulaski County and other regional partners.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS:
Section 1. Repeal of Extraterritorial Jurisdiction. The City of Little Rock shall no longer assert,
exercise, or enforce extraterritorial jurisdiction or control in any unincorporated areas of Pulaski County
pursuant to Arkansas Code Annotated § 14-56-413 or any similar provisions repealed by Act 314 of 2025.
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that refer to extraterritorial jurisdiction are hereby amended to reflect the repeal of such authority, where
pursuant to Act 314 of 2025. These include:
Little Rock, Ark, Rev. Code Chapter 23-2 "Planning Jurisdiction" is amended as follows:
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17 This amended section includes a deletion of each map included in Little Rock, Ark., Rev. Code
18 Chapter 23-2.
19 Little Rock, Ark. Rev. Code Chapter 23-27(b) "Members" is amended as follows:
20 "The citizen members shall be qualified by knowledge and experience in matters pertaining to the
21 physical, social, economic and cultural development of the city and shall hold no other appointive or
22 elective office in the city government except membership in the board of adjustment and shall be residents
23 of the city . All members shall serve without
24 compensation."
25 Little Rock, Ark, Rev. Code Chapter 31-2, "Definitions" is amended as follows:
26 "Planning area means the area within which these regulations are enforced, insludi" which
27 includes the corporate limits of the city ."
28 Little Rock, Ark. Rev. Code Chapter 31-11(a) "Vacation of Plats" is amended as follows:
29 "Any plat or any part of any plat lying within the city may be vacated by the owner at any time
30 before the sale of any lot therein. Vacation of a plat shall be subject to the approval of the board of
31 directors. The board of directors may reject any proposed plat vacation which abridges or destroys any
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I public rights in any public use areas, improvements, streets or alleys. Any p!at lyin . et4side the e,ty 1-rnits
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3 Little Rock, Ark. Rev. Code Chapter 31-36(2) "General Procedure" is amended as follows:
4 "The second step involves preparation of a preliminary plat by the applicant and consideration for
5 approval by the planning commission. This document is designed to show the proposed subdivision in
6 sufficient detail to indicate its workability in all respects but not in final form with all the details fully
7 computed. A subdivider proposing to subdivide within the ton,l jurisdiction of the city shall not
8 proceed with any construction work on the proposed subdivision, including grading, before obtaining
9 preliminary plat approval."
10 Little Rock, Ark. Rev. Code Chapter 31-232(a) "Dimensions generally" is amended as follows:
11 "Except as provided herein, the minimum lot dimensions shall conform to the requirements of the
12 zoning ordinance for areas zoned within the jurisdiction.
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15 Single family detached resident ---..
16 Duplex ..... 70 100
17 hex less) ..... — 70 inn
18 Zero lot liner-esiQea i al35 low,
19 Little Rock, Ark. Rev. Code Chapter 31-284(b) "Lots" is amended as follows:
20 "The depth and width for- coffffneFeial lots leeated etitside the eity lifnits but within the planning
21 . In all
22 instances, no commercial or office lot shall have a depth exceeding three (3) times the width. Pipestem
23 lots are prohibited in office or commercial subdivisions."
24 Little Rock, Ark. Rev. Code Chapter 31-286(a) is amended as follows:
25 "Building lines for lots within subdivision plats of commercial or office subdivisions located inside
26 the city limits shall conform to the applicable zoning district. F-eff' yard Wilding fines es f f .,..n...ne
27 lets leeated eiitside the eity limits but within the plapiftiagfunisdieti.914 shall be at least feFty five (45) fee
29 Little Rock, Ark., Rev. Code Chapter 31-314 "Building Lines and Lot Coverage" is amended as
30 follows:
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I "Building lines for plats located within the city limits shall conform to the applicable zoning
2 district. Building lifies for plats outside the eity limits but with i n the p 1 anni ng fur-i sd ieti on shall eenfefffl
3 to the f lz, wifig.
4 (!)Building lifies and setback lines shall be a fninimufn ef fifty (50) feet fr-efn all industr4al st
5 right of: way lines and a Fninimaffi ef Sevefity (70) feet &afn all aftefial stfeet right efway lines- A
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7 (2)One half ofany adjaeent pennanefA epen spaee er- easement retained by the gr-aater- for utility
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9 setback except that in fie ease shall the tetal separ-ation between buildiHgs en adjaeefit tr-acts or- lots be less
10 than sixty (60) €eel"
11 Little Rock, Ark. Rev. Code Chapter 36-5(10) "Interpretation" is amended as follows:
12 "The word "city" means the area of jurisdiction of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, which
13 includes the corporate limits of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas"
14 Little Rock, Ark., Rev. Code Chapter 36-10(a)(1) "Applicability" is amended as follows:
15 "This chapter shall apply to all buildings, structures, land and uses within the corporate limits of
16 the city, and ., other- a;Fea„bjee+ to the Z0flingjUFisdiefien fthe a V,,,,
17 Little Rock, Ark. Rev. Code Chapter 35-453(b) `Eligibility Requirements and Staging" is amended
18 as follows:
19 "Eligible properties include those located within the city limits and lands outside the ""--pe--ate
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21 Little Rock, Ark, Rev. Code Chapter 36-572 "Purpose and Construction" is amended as follows:
22 "The purpose of this article is to provide for an application and review procedure for the issuance
23 of a conditional use permit for any person seeking to locate a hazardous or medical waste disposal facility
24 within the city, . This article is
25 to be liberally construed consistent with Arkansas Statutes and federal law applicable to the disposal of
26 hazardous or medical waste"
27 Little Rock, Ark, Rev. Code Chapter 36 -574 "Definitions" is amended as follows:
28 "District zoned for residential uses means an area of the city and its a*tfate fit.,wn' ur-isdietion as
29 designated on the official zoning map which authorizes the use of land or buildings primarily for dwelling
30 units. This definition includes all residential, planned residential and multifamily districts."
31 Little Rock, Ark., Rev. Code Chapter 36-575 "Permit Required" is amended as follows:
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I "No person shall engage in the operation of a hazardous or medical waste disposal facility within
2 the city and its extr.,ter rite-ial ur-i alai,... without first having obtained a conditional use permit as
3 described herein. In no event shall a permit be issued to allow the operation of a hazardous waste disposal
4 facility within one-half mile of an occupied structure or district zoned for residential uses on the date of
5 the application for the permit. Medical waste disposal facilities shall not be permitted to operate within
6 one thousand (1,000) feet of an occupied structure or district zoned for residential uses on the date of the
7 application for the permit. Disposal facilities approved under this article shall only be allowed in districts
8 zoned 1-2 or 1-3, subject to the spacing requirements which shall be measured from the property line of
9 the proposed facility. No conditional use permit issued pursuant to this chapter shall become effective
10 until the applicable permits submitted to PC&E have been granted. Actual construction of the disposal
11 facility shall commence within one (1) year of the date of final approval of the conditional use permit or
12 the permit shall be revoked."
13 Section 6. Retention of Municipal Plans in Non -Enforceable Unincorporated Areas. While
14 regulatory control outside the city limits is hereby repealed, the City may continue to prepare, maintain,
15 and update comprehensive plans, future land use maps, and transportation or infrastructure studies that
16 include areas outside the City's incorporated boundaries solely for informational, advisory, and
17 intergovernmental coordination purposes. Such planning documents shall have no force of law and shall
18 not be construed to govern or regulate development outside the corporate limits.
19 Section 6. Applicability of Municipal Plans Upon Annexation. Upon the annexation of any
20 property into the corporate limits of the City of Little Rock, all applicable municipal planning documents,
21 land use designations, zoning classifications, development regulations, and infrastructure standards shall
22 immediately apply to the annexed property. This includes any previously prepared plans or maps that
23 encompassed the annexed area for advisory or long-range planning purposes.
24 Section 8. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective 30 days after publication, in
25 accordance with Arkansas law.
26 Section 9. Severability. If any section or provision of this Ordinance is found to be invalid or
27 unenforceable, such finding shall not affect the validity of the remaining provisions.
28 Section 10. Repealer. All ordinances, resolutions, bylaws, and other matters inconsistent with this
29 ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent of such inconsistency.
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31 PASSED AND APPROVED this _ day of , 2025.
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There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned
at 6:28 D.M.
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LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION
SUMMARY AND MINUTE RECORD
August 14, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Roll Call and Finding of a Quorum
A Quorum was present there being eleven (11) members present.
Members Present: Joshua Baxter
Norman Hodges
Michael Vickers
Todd Hart
Alicia McDonald
Andre Benard II
Jimmy Brown
Ahmed Samad
Kelvin Trimble
Steven Person
Jeremiah Russell
Members Absent:
City Attorney: Cameron Bowden
III. Approval of the Minutes of the July 10, 2025, Meeting of the Little Rock
Planning Commission. The Minutes were approved as presented.
LITTLE ROCK PLANNING
COMMISSION AGENDA
August 14, 2025
OLD BUSINESS:
Item Number:
File Number:
Title:
1.
Z-6978-A
Equipment Share — Conditional Use Permit
7600 Block of Fluid Drive
2.
Z-10115
HBH Homebuilders — PD-R
2800 Block of W. 7t" Street
NEW BUSINESS:
Item Number:
File Number:
Title:
3.
S-1002-C
Lot 3R & 4R, Block 27, John Barrow Addition —
Replat
Immediately South of 3400 Katherine Street
4.
S-1261-M
Kenwood Estates — Phase 6 — Preliminary Plat
East End of Kenwood Boulevard
5.
S-1844-G
Copper Run — Phase 7 & 8 — Preliminary Plat
South End of Copper Drive (S. of Pride Valley
Road)
6.
Z-4001-D
Karoun Holdings — Conditional Use Permit
8124 Flintridge Road
7.
Z-6957-P
Mainord — Conditional Use Permit
5100 Talley Road
8.
Z-10184
Apex Professional Construction — Duplex —
Conditional Use Permit
813 Rice Street
Page Two
NEW BUSINESS (Cont.)
Item Number:
File Number:
Title:
9.
Z-10185
Skyline Equity Group — Duplex — Conditional
Use Permit
Immediately South of 1412 S. Pine Street
10.
Z-10186
Elite Equity X — Duplex — Conditional Use
Permit
SWC of W. 18th Street & S. Harrison Street
11.
Z-10187
Brooks Duplex — Conditional Use Permit
Immediately West of 3105 W. 11th Street
12.
Z-10188
The Gardens — Conditional Use Permit
9621 Tall Timber Boulevard
13.
Z-5099-J
Northwest Territory (Lots 9F thru 9J) — PCD
Northside of Cantrell Road, Approximately 800
feet West of Chenal Parkway
14.
Z-8911-B
De La Rosa — Revised PCD
9123 Chicot Road
15.
Z-9858-A
Master Company — PCD
9911 W. Markham Street
16.
Z-10173
Mays/Harris — PD-R
3201 W. 12th Street
17.
Z-10128-A
Orndorff #1 — PD-R
SEC of E. 21 st Street & Bragg Street
18.
Z-10181
Orndorff #2 — PD-R
SWC of E. 15th Street & Hanger Street
Page Three
NEW BUSINESS (Cont.)
Item Number: File Number: Title:
19. Z-10182 Orndorff #3 — PD-R
Immediately North of 1508 Hanger Street
20. Z-10183 Orndorff #4 — PD-R
Immediately North of 1614 College Street
21. Ordinance to repeal the City of Little Rock's
Planning Jurisdiction in Unincorporated Areas.
August 14, 2025
ITEM NO.: 1 FILE NO.: Z-6978-A
NAME: Equipment Share — Conditional Use Permit
LOCATION: 7600 Block of Fluid Drive
DEVELOPER:
Brian Morton (Agent)
5710 Bull Run Drive
Columbia, MO 65201
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Rickey Thomas (Owner)
13502 Frazier Pike
Little Rock, AR 72206
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
Commercial Real Estate
3465 S. Arlington Road, Suite E #183
Akron, OH 44312
AREA: 6.8 acres
WARD: 1
CURRENT ZONING: C-3
NUMBER OF LOTS: 2
PLANNING DISTRICT: 25
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
CENSUS TRACT: 40.07
The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to allow for the development
of a tool and equipment rental facility with outside display on C-3 zoned property.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site is currently an undeveloped, grass -covered lot that is located west of
McDonalds and El Rancho Motel, north of the Goodyear and Berendsen Fluid
Power Store. Properties surrounding the site contain a mixture of zoning and uses
in all directions.
August 14, 2025
ITEM NO.: 1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-6978-A
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
All owners of property located within 300 feet of the site and all neighborhood
associations registered with the City of Little Rock were notified of the public
hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS PLANNING : No comments.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS):
1. A grading permit in accordance with section 29-186 (c) & (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.
2. Repair or replace any curb, gutter, sidewalk and access ramps that are damaged
and not in compliance with ADA recommendations in the public right-of-way prior
to occupancy.
3. 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.
4. Driveway locations do not meet the traffic access and circulation requirements of
Sections 30-43 and 31-210. Due to the property located adjacent to Fluid Drive
which is a commercial street on the Master Street Plan, driveway spacing is 250 ft
from streets and other driveways and 125 ft from side property lines. A variance
must be requested for the proposed driveway locations
5. Driveway radiuses cannot be extended beyond the property line. Provide the
property lines with labeled dimensions on the site plan.
6. Zone AE floodplain is located on the subject property to the west. The CLR
floodplain regulations apply for development within a mapped floodplain.
7. Provide on the site plan of the location of the required stormwater detention facility
constructed in conformance with the City of Little Rock Stormwater and Drainage
Manual.
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: No comments received.
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
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ITEM NO.: 1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z
Central Arkansas Water:
1. All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for
water service must be met.
Fire Department:
1. Full plan review.
Parks and Recreation: No comments received.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Building Code:
1. Project is subject to full commercial plan review and 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.gov or Tim Whitener at 501-371-4875
twhitener(@-littleroc k.gov
Landscape:
1. Any new site development must comply with the City's minimal landscape and
buffer ordinance requirements. Refer to the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 15
Landscaping and Tree Protection, and Chapter 36, Article IX — Buffers and
Screening.
2. Site development plans, with landscape and screening, must be submitted for
review, and approval, prior to site clearing and tree removal.
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division:
The request is in the Port Planning District, District 25. The development principles
of the district include the use of commercially designated areas to serve adjacent
residential neighborhoods and to provide for areas that are mixed
commercial/industrial uses. The Land Use Plan shows Commercial (C) use for the
requested area. The Commercial (C) category includes a broad range of retail and
wholesale sales of products, personal and professional services, and general
business activities. Commercial activities vary in type and scale, depending on the
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ITEM NO.: 1 (Cont.)FILE NO.: Z-5978-A
trade area that they serve. The application is for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
for use as a tool and equipment rental facility with outside display.
The area to the north of the application is the site of the former Badgett Elementary
School and is designated for Public/Institutional (PI) uses. The area to the south
and east of the application is designated for Commercial (C) uses and is
characterized by a tire dealership, a warehouse, and a drive-thru restaurant. West
of the site is designated for Residential Low (RL) density uses and is characterized
by developed residential subdivisions.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
Master Street Plan:
Fluid Drive is designated as a Collector on the Master Street Plan. Collectors are
designed to connect traffic from Local Streets to Arterials or to activity centers, with
the secondary function of providing access to adjoining property. The standard
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ITEM NO.: Cont. FILE NO.: Z--6978-A
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Bicycle Plan:
Fluid Drive is not shown as a designated route in the Master Bike Plan with existing
or proposed facilities in this area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resource.
August 14, 2025
ITEM NO.: 1 (Cont.
H. ANALYSIS:
FILE NO.: Z-697
The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to allow for the development
of a tool and equipment rental facility with outside display on C-3 zoned property.
The site is currently an undeveloped, grass -covered lot that is located west of
McDonalds and El Rancho Motel, north of the Goodyear and Berendsen Fluid
Power Store. Properties surrounding the site contain a mixture of zoning and uses
in all directions.
The site takes access from a twenty-five (25) foot wide driveway extending west
from Fluid drive.
The applicant will build a 230'-10" x 61'-7" (14,240sf) commercial building with the
parking area located on the east side of the building. The site plan shows outdoor
storage display along Fluid Drive. A second outdoor storage and display area is
shown in the western portion of the property, encompassing the majority of the
building.
The building construction materials will include red -iron steel, with commercial
metal studs for interior walls. The exterior of the building will be wrapped with metal
roofing and siding panels. The roof will be a standing seam, metal roof.
All building setbacks are well over the building setbacks required in the C-3 zoning
district.
The site plan shows twenty-five (25) parking spaces, including the required ADA
parking spaces. Staff feels that the parking is sufficient to serve the proposed use.
Operating hours will be Monday -Friday from 8:OOam to 5:OOpm. No weekend hours
are proposed with this application. The maximum number of employees will be
twenty-five (25) at any given time.
A fifty (50) foot wide open space (OS) zoned buffer is located along the west
property line shall remain undisturbed. A construction fence must be placed on the
property to protect the OS zoned area prior to construction/site work beginning.
The applicant is not proposing any signage at this time. Any signs placed on the
property and the building must conform to Section 36-555 of the City's Zoning
Ordinance (signs permitted in commercial zones).
Any fence must conform with Section 36-516.
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ITEM NO.: 1 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-6978-A
The site plan does not show a dumpster at this time. Any dumpster placed on the
site must be screened and comply with Section 36-523 of the City's Zoning
Ordinance.
All sight lighting must be low-level and directed away from adjacent properties.
Staff is supportive of the requested conditional use permit. Staff views the request
as reasonable. Staff feels the development of the site is appropriate. The proposed
commercial use will be compatible with the surrounding mixture of uses in the
general area. Staff feels that the proposed use will have no adverse impact on the
surrounding area.
AFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested conditional use permit, subject to
compliance with the comments and conditions outlined in paragraphs D, E and F,
and the staff analysis, of the agenda staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (AUGUST 14, 2025)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. Staff
presented the item, and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the "staff
analysis" above. The item remained on the Consent Agenda for Approval. The vote
was (11) ayes, (0) nays and (0) absent. The motion passed. The application was
approved.
August 14, 2025
ITEM NO.: 2
NAME: HBH Homebuilders — PD-R
LOCATION: 2800 Block of W. 7th Street
DEVELOPER:
HBH Homebuilders, Inc.
55400 N. Grandview
Little Rock, AR 72207
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Urban Otters Corporation/Decennium, LLC (Owner)
Rickett Moriconi Engineering (Agent)
ENGINEER/SURVEYOR:
Ricket Moriconi Engineering
P.O. Box 7383
Little Rock, AR 72217
AREA: .31 acres
WARD: 3
CURRENT ZONING:
VARIANCE/WAIVERS:
None Requested.
Staff Update:
NUMBER OF LOTS: 2
PLANNING DISTRICT: 9
R-3
FILE NO.: Z-10115
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
CENSUS TRACT: 48
The applicant submitted a letter to staff on June 18, 2025 requesting this application be
deferred to the August 14, 2025 Agenda. Staff supports the deferral request.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(JULY 10, 2025)
This item was deferred to August 14, 2025 agenda at the request of the applicant.
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Item NO.: 2 (Cont.)
Staff Update:
FILE NO.: Z-10115
The applicant submitted a letter to staff on July 14, 2025 requesting this applicant be
deferred to the November 13, 2025 Agenda. Staff supports the deferral request.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (AUGUST 14, 2025)
This item was deferred to the November 13, 2025 agenda at the request of the applicant.
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ITEM NO.: 3 FILE NO.: S-1002-C
NAME: Lots 3R and 4R, Block 27, John Barrow Addition — Replat
LOCATION: Immediately South of 3400 Katherine Street
DEVELOPER:
Affordable Housing, Inc.
3224 Shackleford Pass
Little Rock, AR 72205
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Affordable Housing, Inc. (Owner)
Tucker Land Surveying (Agent)
ENGINEER/SURVEYOR:
Tucker Land Surveying
P.O. Box 1021
Cabot, AR 72023
AREA: .28 acres
WARD: 6
CURRENT ZONING:
VARIANCE/WAIVERS:
NUMBER OF LOTS: 2
PLANNING DISTRICT: 10
R-2
1. Variance to allow reduced lot width
2. Variance to allow reduced lot area
3. Variance from the lot width -to -depth ratio.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
CENSUS TRACT: 24.03
The applicant proposes to replat one (1) platted lot and pieces of two (2) other lots
into two (2) lots for single family residential development.
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ITEM NO.: 3 (Cont.)
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
FILE NO.: S-1002-C
The property is undeveloped and mostly grass covered. A few mature trees exist
on the site. A single car driveway is located at the southeast corner of the property.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
All owners of property abutting the site and all neighborhood associations
registered with the City of Little Rock were notified of the public hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS PLANNING :
1. Drives may not exceed 40% of the lot width.
2. Sign and date.
3. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-4817
or at 501-918-5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way prior to
placement of concrete or asphalt or for on -site clarification of requirements prior to
commencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal of any improperly placed
concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or contractor.
4. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works Traffic
Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or for more
information.
5. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations of
construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by the
responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
6. Arkansas Fire Prevention Code 2021 Volume 3 Residential Chapter Foundations
Section R401.3 Drainage. Surface drainage shall be diverted to a storm sewer
conveyance or other approved point of collection that does not create a hazard. Lots
shall be graded to drain surface water away from foundation walls. The grade shall
fall a minimum of 6 inches (152mm) within the first 10 feet
(3048mm). Exception: Where lot lines, walls, slopes or other physical barriers
prohibit 6 inches (152mm) of fall within 10 feet (3048mm), drains or swales shall be
constructed to ensure drainage away from the structure. Impervious surfaces within
10 feet (3048mm) of the building foundation shall be sloped a minimum of 2 percent
away from the building.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS PUBLIC WORKS):
No Comments
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ITEM NO.: 3 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: S-1002-C
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: No comments.
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water: - NO OBJECTIONS; All Central Arkansas Water
requirements in effect at the time of request for water
service must be met
Fire Department:
Must ComplIV with Arkansas Fire Prevention Code 2021 edition
Maintain Access:
Fire Hydrants.
Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per Appendix D of
the 2021 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.
Parks and Recreation: No comments received.
County Planning: No Comments received.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Building Code: As per 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Volume III R302.1(1)
Single Family Dwellings have the following requirements when dealing with
Dwellings that are closer than 7' from the property line:
If the soffit assembly extends inside of 5' from the property line, it must be
constructed with fire treated materials. 5/8" Type "X" Drywall, stucco, fire treated
plywood or some other fire treated material on underside of the soffit, fire treated
fascia, elimination of soffit vents and gable vents and crawl space vents on the
affected portion of the wall. Note: Vents must be relocated to ensure proper
venting of the attic space.
a. Exceptions to this are to fire block this section of the exterior
wall from the top plate to the underside of the roof decking and
to fire caulk the blocking at all joints.
Landscape: No Comments
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ITEM NO.: 3 (Cont.)
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Re ion Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division:
Land Use Plan:
FILE NO.: S-1002-C
The request is in the Boyle Park Planning District, District 10. The development
principles of the district include supporting infill residential development and
improvement of street and drainage infrastructure. The Land Use Plan shows
Residential Low Density (RL) use for the requested area. The Residential Low
Density (RL) use category provides for single family homes at densities not to exceed
6 dwelling units per acre. Such residential development is typically characterized by
conventional single family homes but may also include patio or garden homes and
cluster homes, provided that the density remains less than 6 units per acre. The
application requests to replat a residential lot into two smaller lots.
The area surrounding the application is Residential Low (RL) density use and is
characterized by single-family homes.
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ITEM NO.: 3 (Cont.)
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ITEM NO.: 3 Cont. FILE NO.: 5-1002-C
Master Street Plan:
Katherine Street is designated as a Local Street on the Master Street Plan. Local
Streets are roads designed to provide access to adjacent property with the movement
of traffic being a secondary purpose. The standard Right-of-way is 50'. Sidewalks are
required on one side. This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may
require street improvements.
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ITEM NO.: 3 Cont. FILE NO.: S-1002-C
Bicycle Plan:
Katherine Street is not shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing or proposed
facilities in this area.
Historic Preservation P
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant proposes to replat one (1) platted lot and pieces of two (2) other lots
into two (2) lots for single family residential development. The property is undeveloped
and mostly grass covered. A few mature trees exist on the site. A single car driveway
is located at the southeast corner of the property.
The property is comprised of the north half of Lot 3, all of lot 4 and the south 10 feet
of Lot 5, Block 27, John Barrow Addition. The applicant proposes to replat the property
into two (2) lots (Lots 3R and 4R), with proposed lot sizes as follows:
Lot 3R - 41.12 feet (average) x 144.83 feet (average)
approximately 5,955 square feet
■ Lot 4R - 41.11 feet (average) x 144.69 feet (average)
Approximately 5,948 square feet
The applicant is requesting three (3) variances with the proposed replat. Section 36-
254 (d)(4) of the City's Zoning Ordinance requires a minimum lot width of 50 feet and
a minimum lot area of 6,000 square feet. Therefore, the applicant is requesting
variances for reduced lot width and reduced lot area.
Section 31-232 (b) of the City's Subdivision Ordinance states that no residential lot
shall be more than three (3) times as deep as it is wide. The applicant is requesting a
variance from this requirement for the two (2) proposed lots. Staff is supportive of the
requested variances. All of the variances are relatively minor issues.
The applicant submitted additional information to staff as requested. To Staffs
knowledge, there are no outstanding issues associated with this application. Staff
supports the requested replat.
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ITEM NO.: 3 (Cont.)
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
FILE NO.: S-1002-C
Staff recommends approval of the requested replat, subject to compliance with the
comments and conditions outlined in paragraphs D, E and F, and the staff analysis of
the agenda staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (AUGUST 14, 2025)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. Staff
presented the item, and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the "staff
analysis" above. The item remained on the Consent Agenda for Approval. The vote
was (11) ayes, (0) nays and (0) absent. The motion passed. The application was
approved.
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ITEM NO.: 4
NAME: Kenwood Estates — Phase 6 — Revised Preliminary Plat
LOCATION: East end of Kenwood Boulevard
DEVELOPER:
Gosen, LLC
11401 Financial Centre Pkwy, #101
Little Rock, AR 72211
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Kenwood Land Development, Inc. (Owner)
Holloway Engineering (Agent)
ENGINEER/SURVEYOR:
Holloway Engineering
200 Casey Drive
Maumelle, AR 72113
FILE NO.: S-1261-M
AREA: 2 1 .87 acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 104 FT. NEW STREET: 3,050 LF
WARD: 7 PLANNING DISTRICT: 12 CENSUS TRACT: 24.05
CURRENT ZONING: R-2
VARIANCEMAIVERS:
1. Variance to allow reduced building setbacks.
2. Variance to allow reduced lot area
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant proposes to subdivide 21.87 acres into 104 lots for single family
residential development. The proposed subdivision will represent Phase 6 of the
Kenwood Estates Subdivision.
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ITEM NO.: 4 (Cont.)
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The area of Phase 6 is currently undeveloped and wooded.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
FILE NO.: S-1261-M
All owners of property abutting the site and all neighborhood associations
registered with the City of Little Rock were notified of the public hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PLANNING):
1. Secondary access must be shown, reviewed and approved. Exceeds number of
homes with single access.
2. Drives may not exceed 40% of the lot width.
3. Road should be at 2% not 3%.
4. Preliminary plat shall show drainage flows.
5. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-4817
or at 501-918-5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way prior to
placement of concrete or asphalt or for on -site clarification of requirements prior to
commencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal of any improperly placed
concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or contractor.
6. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works
Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or for
more information.
7. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations of
construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by the
responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
8. Arkansas Fire Prevention Code 2021 Volume 3 Residential Chapter 4 Foundations
Section R401.3 Drainage. Surface drainage shall be diverted to a storm sewer
conveyance or other approved point of collection that does not create a hazard.
Lots shall be graded to drain surface water away from foundation walls. The grade
shall fall a minimum of 6 inches (152mm) within the first 10 feet (3048mm).
Exception: Where lot lines, walls, slopes or other physical barriers prohibit 6 inches
(152mm) of fall within 10 feet (3048mm), drains or swales shall be constructed to
ensure drainage away from the structure. Impervious surfaces within 10 feet
(3048mm) of the building foundation shall be sloped a minimum of 2 percent away
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ITEM NO.: 4 (Cont.)
from the building.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS PUBLIC WORKS :
FILE NO.: S-1261-M
1. Maintenance should be performed to the existing stormwater detention facility to
confirm sufficient structural controls are in place and functioning as required by City
code, trees and brush removed, no standing water, and sufficient storage volume is
provided.
2. Stormwater infrastructure including ditching, pipes, and inlets located within drainage
easement but not accessible due to fencing and other obstructions will not be
maintained by the City of Little Rock Public Works.
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: Please submit plans for sewer main
extension to serve northern lots.
Enter_q : No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water:
All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water
service must be met. Please submit plans for water facilities 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.
Approval of plans by Central Arkansas Water, the Arkansas Department of Health
Engineering Division and Little Rock Fire Department is required. A Capital Investment
Charge based on the size of meter connection(s) will apply to this project in addition
to normal charges. Provide a 15' utility easement centered on planned water line along
Congressional Drive.
Fire Department:
Must Comply with Arkansas Fire Prevention Code 2021 edition
Maintain Access:
Fire Hydrants.
Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per Appendix D of
the 2021 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
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ITEM NO.: 4 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: S-1261-M
minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders.
Grade:
Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2021 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. If the grade exceeds
10 percent, approval will be denied and the applicant must submit request to be
reviewed by Fire Chief for Approval.
Loading:
Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2021 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.
Dead Ends:
Maintain fire apparatus access roads at dead end locations as per Appendix D of the
2021 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.
Gates
Maintain fire apparatus access road gates as per Appendix D of the 2021 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
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FILE NO.: S-1261-M
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.
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.
Exceptions:
1. 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.
Contact Capt. Tony Rhodes at (501) 918-3757, Fire Marshal Derek N Ingram (501)
918-3756, or Fire Marshal Evan Johnson (501) 765-1646.
Parks and Recreation: No comments received.
County Planning: No Comments received.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Building Code:
As per 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Volume III R302.1(1) Single Family
Dwellings have the following requirements when dealing with Dwellings that are
closer than 7' from the property line:
If the soffit assembly extends inside of 5' from the property line, it must be
constructed with fire treated materials. 5/8" Type "X" Drywall, stucco, fire treated
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ITEM NO.: 4 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: S-1261-M
plywood or some other fire treated material on underside of the soffit, fire treated
fascia, elimination of soffit vents and gable vents and crawl space vents on the
affected portion of the wall. Note: Vents must be relocated to ensure proper
venting of the attic space. Exceptions to this are to fire block this section of the
exterior wall from the top plate to the underside of the roof decking and to fire caulk
the blocking at all joints.
Access must be clarified. When there are 30 homes on any road there must be
two access points or those homes must have fire sprinkler installed or the fire code
official, fire chief must give written permission for the plan.
Provide previous Z File Zoning and comments previously made by LR Fire.
Landscape: No Comments
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division:
Land Use Plan:
The request is in the 65th Street West Planning District, District 12. The development
principles of the district include: retaining and encouraging residential uses in the area;
improving substandard streets, drainage facilities, and pedestrian facilities; designing
streets for safe traffic flow; and providing streetlights and traffic lights. The Land Use
Plan shows Residential Low Density (RL) for the requested area. The Residential
Low Density (RL) use category provides for single family homes at densities not to
exceed 6 dwelling units per acre. Such residential development is typically
characterized by conventional single-family homes but may also include patio or
garden homes and cluster homes, provided that the density remains less than 6 units
per acre. The application is for a Preliminary Plat.
The area west of the application is designated Residential Low (RL) density use and
is characterized by single-family homes. The area north of the application is J.A. Fair
High School and is designated for Public/Institutional uses. The area to the south and
east of the application area is designated Residential Low (RL) density use and is
characterized by several single-family homes on large lots and wooded areas.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
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Congressional Drive is a Local street on the Master Street Plan. Local Streets are
roads designed to provide access to adjacent property with the movement of traffic
being a secondary purpose. The standard Right-of-way is 50'. Sidewalks are required
on one side. This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street
improvements.
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ITEM NO.: 4 (Cont.)
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ITEM NO.: 4
Bicycle Plan:
FILE NO.: S-1261-M
Congressional Drive is not shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing or proposed
facilities in this area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant proposes to subdivide 21.87 acres into 104 lots for single family
residential development. The proposed subdivision represents Phase 6 of the
Kenwood Estates Subdivision. This will be the final phase of the Kenwood Estates
Subdivision. A preliminary plat was previously approved for this area as part of the
overall Kenwood Estates preliminary plat. The revised preliminary plat is being
requested as the total number of lots within this phase is greater than what was
approved with the original preliminary plat. The area of Phase 6 is currently
undeveloped and wooded.
All of Phase 6 will be final platted at the same time and include 104 single family
lots. Phase 6 will include 4.281 acres of green space area, or 19.5 percent of the
overall site. There will be 3,050 linear feet of new streets. There will be a 20-foot-
wide secondary emergency access drive from David O. Dodd Road between lots
50 and 51, along the south perimeter of the phase. The emergency access drive
will be constructed of compacted crushed aggregate and able to carry fire
department vehicles.
The applicant is requesting four (4) variances with the proposed plat. Sections 36-
254 (d)(1) and (3) of the City's Zoning Ordinance requires minimum front and rear
building setbacks of 25 feet for R-2 zoned lots. The applicant is requesting 20-foot
front and 15 rear setbacks for all lots.
Section 36-254 (d)(2) requires minimum side setbacks of eight (8) feet or 10
percent of the lot width. The applicant is requesting five (5) foot side setbacks for
all lots. Therefore, the applicant is requesting a variance to allow reduced side
setbacks for the lots wider than 50 feet.
Section 36-254 (d)(4) requires a minimum lot area of 6,000 square feet for R-2
zoned lots. Lot 1-3, 9-43, 48-53, 60-84, 87-99 and 102 will have a lot area of 5,500
square feet. Therefore, the applicant is requesting a variance for these lots.
To Staff's knowledge, there are no outstanding issues associated with the
proposed plat. Staff is supportive of the proposed plat with variances. The plat
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FILE NO.: S-1261-M
represents the completion of the Kenwood Estates Subdivision.
I. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the Revised Preliminary Plat, subject to compliance
with the comments and conditions outlined in paragraphs D, E and F, and the staff
analysis of the agenda staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(AUGUST 14, 2025)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. Staff
presented the item, and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the "staff
analysis" above. The item remained on the Consent Agenda for Approval. The vote
was (11) ayes, (0) nays and (0) absent. The motion passed. The application was
approved.
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ITEM NO.: 5
NAME: Copper Run — Phases 7 and 8 —Preliminary Plat
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LOCATION: South end of Copper Drive (South of Pride Valley Road)
DEVELOPER:
Copper Run 6, LLC
12521 Kanis Road
Little Rock, AR 72211
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Copper Run 6, LLC (Owner)
Joe White and Associates (Agent)
ENGINEER/SURVEYOR:
Joe White and Associates, Inc.
25 Rahling Circle, Suite A-2
Little Rock, AR 72223
AREA: 27.46 acres
WARD: 5
CURRENT ZONING
VARIANCE/WAIVERS:
NUMBER OF LOTS: 91
PLANNING DISTRICT: 18
R-2 and PD-R
1. Variance to allow reduced building setbacks.
2. Variance to allow reduced lot width.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
FT. NEW STREET: 3,160 LF
CENSUS TRACT: 42.07
The applicant is requesting to subdivide 27.46 acres into 91 lots for single family
residential development. The proposed subdivision will be Phase 7 and 8, Copper
Run Subdivision.
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B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property is undeveloped and wooded.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
FILE NO.: S-1844-G
All owners of property abutting the site and all neighborhood associations
registered with the City of Little Rock were notified of the public hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PLANNING):
1. Secondary access must be shown, reviewed and approved.
2. Drives may not exceed 40% of the lot width.
3. Preliminary plat shall show drainage flows.
4. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-4817
or at 501-918-5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way prior to
placement of concrete or asphalt or for on -site clarification of requirements prior to
commencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal of any improperly placed
concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or contractor.
5. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works
Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or for
more information.
6. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations of
construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by the
responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
7. Arkansas Fire Prevention Code 2021 Volume 3 Residential Chapter 4 Foundations
Section R401.3 Drainage. Surface drainage shall be diverted to a storm sewer
conveyance or other approved point of collection that does not create a hazard.
Lots shall be graded to drain surface water away from foundation walls. The grade
shall fall a minimum of 6 inches (152mm) within the first 10 feet
(3048mm).Exception: Where lot lines, walls, slopes or other physical barriers
prohibit 6 inches (152mm) of fall within 10 feet (3048mm), drains or swales shall
be constructed to ensure drainage away from the structure. Impervious surfaces
within 10 feet (3048 mm) of the building foundation shall be
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sloped a minimum of 2 percent away from the building.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS):
1. Long straight stretches of streets should be avoided to prevent excessive vehicular
speeds. Traffic calming techniques should be shown on the plan and implemented
on Ironwood Way and White Oak Circle.
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENTIPARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority:
Please submit plans for sewer main extension.
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water:
All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water
service must be met.
Please submit plans for water facilities 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. Approval of plans by Central
Arkansas Water, the Arkansas Department of Health Engineering Division and Little
Rock Fire Department is required.
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.
A Capital Investment Charge based on the size of meter connection(s) will apply to
this project in addition to normal charges.
A connection to the Ex. 16" main on Capitol Hill Blvd. will need to be planned to provide
adequate fire flows to the proposed subdivision.
Fire Department:
Must Comply with Arkansas Fire Prevention Code 2021 edition
Maintain Access:
Fire Hydrants.
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ITEM NO.: 5 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: S-1844-G
Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per Appendix D of
the 2021 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.
Grade:
Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2021 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. If the grade exceeds
10 percent, approval will be denied and the applicant must submit request to be
reviewed by Fire Chief for Approval.
Loading:
Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2021 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.
Dead Ends:
Maintain fire apparatus access roads at dead end locations as per Appendix D of the
2021 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.
Gates
Maintain fire apparatus access road gates as per Appendix D of the 2021 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.
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ITEM NO.: 5 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: S-1844-G
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.
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 D 104.3.
Exceptions:
1. 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.
Contact Capt. Tony Rhodes at (501) 918-3757, Fire Marshal Derek N Ingram (501)
918-3756, or Fire Marshal Evan Johnson (501) 765-1646.
Parks and Recreation: No comments received.
County Planning: No Comments received.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Building Code:
As per 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Volume III R302.1(1) Single Family
Dwellings have the following requirements when dealing with Dwellings that are
closer than 7' from the property line:
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ITEM NO.: 5 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: S-1844-G
If the soffit assembly extends inside of 5' from the property line, it must be
constructed with fire treated materials. 5/8" Type "X" Drywall, stucco, fire treated
plywood or some other fire treated material on underside of the soffit, fire treated
fascia, elimination of soffit vents and gable vents and crawl space vents on the
affected portion of the wall. Note: Vents must be relocated to ensure proper
venting of the attic space.
Exceptions to this are to fire block this section of the exterior wall from the top plate
to the underside of the roof decking and to fire caulk the blocking at all joints.
Access from the previous plat does not appear to comply with Fire Code. Access
from resubmitted plat appears to make this subdivision in further non-
compliance. Access must be fully presented, understood and signed off on by the
Fire Code Official. Provide previous Z File with plan and comments from previous
Fire Official.
Landscape: No Comments
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division:
Land Use Plan:
The request is in the Ellis Mountain Planning District, District 18. The development
principles of the district include:
• Construction of curbs and gutters.
• Placement of sidewalks on all neighborhood streets.
• Ensuring that roads are improved in a manner that are supportive of all modes
of transportation (walking, cycling, automobile, public transit and truck)
• Installation of traffic calming devices on residential streets. • Preservation and
maintenance of greenways and open spaces.
• Ensuring the preservation of significant environmental features and functions.
• Conservation of significant landscapes, views and vistas.
• Protecting natural areas and systems.
Protecting urban forests.
Providing active and passive park facilities in the area.
• Developing Neo-Traditional Neighborhoods in undeveloped areas.
• Providing streetlights and traffic lights.
The Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density (RL) use for the requested
area. The Residential Low Density (RL) use category provides for single family homes
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ITEM NO.: 5 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: S-1844-G
at densities not to exceed 6 dwelling units per acre. Such residential development is
typically characterized by conventional single family homes but may also include patio
or garden homes and cluster homes, provided that the density remains less than 6
units per acre. The application is for a Preliminary Plat.
Surrounding the application is designated Residential Low (RL) density use and is
characterized by single-family homes in subdivision to the north and undeveloped
woodland to the east, west and south.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
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ITEM NO.: 5 (Cont.
FILE NO.: S-1844-G
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ITEM NO.: 5 (Cont.)
Master Street Plan:
FILE NO.: S-1844-G
Copper Drive is a Local Street on the Master Street Plan. Local Streets are roads
designed to provide access to adjacent property with the movement of traffic being a
secondary purpose. The standard Right-of-way is 50'. Sidewalks are required on one
side. This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street
improvements.
August 14, 2025
ITEM NO.: 5 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: S-1844-G
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ITEM NO.: 5 (Cont.) FILE NO.: S-1844-G
Bicycle Plan:
Copper Drive is not shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing or proposed facilities
in this area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant requests to subdivide 27.46 acres into 91 lots for single family
residential development. The proposed subdivision represents Phase 7 and 8 of
the Copper Run Subdivision. The property is currently undeveloped and wooded.
The two (2) proposed phases will be as follows:
■ Phase 7 - Lots 106-124, Block 6
Lots 146-148B, Block 6
Lots 301-314, Block 8
Lots 333-346, Block 8
Phase 8 - Lots 125-145, Block 6
Lots 315-332, Block 8
The applicant notes that both phases will be graded at the same time, so that fill
material can be used throughout the overall site.
Phases 7 and 8 will contain 3,160 linear feet of new streets, including Ironwood
way and a continuation of White Oak Circle. Ironwood Way will stub -out to the
property to the east, at the southeast corner of the subdivision. The stub -out will
serve as future secondary access to the subdivision. There will be an access gate
with a Knox Box at this location. There is also an approved secondary access
within the previous phases of this subdivision.
The applicant is requesting four (4) variances with the proposed plat. Sections 36-
254 (d)(1) and (3) of the City's Zoning Ordinance requires minimum front and rear
building setbacks of 25 feet for R-2 zoned lots. The applicant is requesting 20-foot
front and rear setbacks for all lots.
Section 36-254(d)(2) requires minimum side setbacks of eight (8) feet or 10
percent of the lot width. The applicant is requesting five (5) foot side setbacks for
all lots. Therefore, the applicant is requesting a variance to allow reduced side
setbacks for the lots wider than 50 feet.
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'id-154�d)(4)' requires' a `minimum lot area of 6,000 square feet for R-2
thru. 322 and, lots 325 thru 345 will have a lot area of 5,750
the applicant'is requesting a variance for these lots.
"�}� ,S'�.. " • kvryowl dge;;:, there are no outstanding issues associated with the
%taff- is' -supportive of the proposed;plat with variances. The plat
re ;,µ+ s tip. s�mpletion of the Copper Run- Subdivision.
0�r;��IEN RATION: .
approvals of the requested preliminary plat,, subject to
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comments and conditions outlines in paragraphs D, E and F,
e.tl. a -,k ZP Tkisis of the agenda staff report.
t tl,'AN.' N'..tV&''f',IM ISSION ACTION: (AUGUST 14, 2025)
r'i-if- .afo�:) �`., ird :v?Pas° present. There were no persons registered in opposition. Staff
ia�essra� , ° the-1 itarn, and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the "staff
ar�aly-s s":aWmeae -`i-he item remained on the Consent Agenda for Approval. The vote
Was (.1 `"' ;a-v s, Alt); nays and (0) absent. The motion passed. The application was
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ITEM NO.: 5 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: S-1844-G
Section 36-254(d)(4) requires a minimum lot area of 6,000 square feet for R-2
zoned lots. Lots 302 thru 322 and lots 325 thru 345 will have a lot area of 5,750
square feet. Therefore, the applicant is requesting a variance for these lots.
To Staffs knowledge, there are no outstanding issues associated with the
proposed plat. Staff is supportive of the proposed plat with variances. The plat
represents the completion of the Copper Run Subdivision.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested preliminary plat, subject to
compliance with the comments and conditions outlines in paragraphs D, E and F,
and the staff analysis of the agenda staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (AUGUST 14, 2025)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. Staff
presented the item, and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the "staff
analysis" above. The item remained on the Consent Agenda for Approval. The vote
was (11) ayes, (0) nays and (0) absent. The motion passed. The application was
approved.
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ITEM NO.: 6
NAME: Karoun Holdings — Conditional Use Permit
LOCATION: 8124 Flintridge Road
DEVELOPER:
Karoun Holdings, LLC
15300 Bothell Way NE
Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Bailey and Thompson Properties, LLC (Owner)
Karoun Holdings, LLC (Agent)
ENGINEER/SURVEYOR:
Joe White and Associates, Inc.
25 Rahling Circle, Suite A-2
Little Rock, AR 72223
AREA: 1 .2 7 acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 1
WARD: 7 PLANNING DISTRICT: 17
CURRENT ZONING: C-4
VARIANCEIWAIVERS: None Requested
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
FILE NO.: Z-4001-D
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
CENSUS TRACT: 42.21
The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to allow a food testing
laboratory within the existing building at 8124 Flintridge Road, on property zoned
C-4.
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ITEM NO.: 6 (Cont.)
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
FILE NO.: Z-4001-D
The property contains a one-story, 9,366 square foot commercial building located
near the center of the site. An access drive from Flintridge Road is located near
the southwest corner of the property. Paved parking is located on the south and
west sides of the building.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
All owners of property located within 300 feet of the site and all neighborhood
associations registered with the City of Little Rocke notified of the public hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PLANNING):
1. ADA Access shall be shown to the Right -of -Way.
2. Handicap Parking shall include one van stall 11ft wide with a 5ft minimum
aisle.
3. Drives may not exceed 40% of the lot width.
4. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-
4817 or at 501-918-5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way
prior to placement of concrete or asphalt or for on -site clarification of
requirements prior to commencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal
of any improperly placed concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or
contractor.
5. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works
Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or
for more information.
6. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations
of construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by
the responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
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August 14, 2025
ITEM NO.: 6 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: Z-4001-D
ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS): No Comments.
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority:
Please submit plans for sewer main extension.
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water:
All Central Arkansas
Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water service must be met.
Fire Department:
Full Plan Review
Parks and Recreation: No comments received.
County Planning: No Comments received.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Building:
Project is a change of occupancy and use and must comply with all current adopted
codes. Business Occupancy to Laboratory. The operation of this facility may require
upgrades in life safety measures depending on the quantity and hazard of items on
site. Provide a full listing for further review.
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ITEM NO.: 6 (Cont.)
Landscape: No Comments
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock -Region Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division:
Land Use Plan:
FILE NO.: Z-4001-D
The request is in the Crystal Valley Planning District, District 17. The Land Use Plan
shows Residential Low Density (RL) use for the requested area. The Residential Low
Density (RL) use category provides for single family homes at densities not to exceed
6 dwelling units per acre. Such residential development is typically characterized by
conventional single family homes but may also include patio or garden homes and
cluster homes, provided that the density remains less than 6 units per acre. The
application is for a Conditional Use Permit.
The area north of the application is Residential Low (RL) density use and is
characterized by single-family homes on large tracts with wooded, undeveloped
areas. East is an area of Public/Institutional (PI) use with a faith -based institution.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
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ITEM NO.: 6 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-4001-D
Future Land Use Plan for Z-4001-D
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ITEM NO.: 6 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: Z-4001-D
Master Street Plan for Z-4001-D
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Scale:1:2,500
Master Street Plan:
Flintridge Road is a Local Street on the Master Street Plan.
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ITEM NO.: 6 (Cont.)
Bicycle Plan:
FILE NO.: Z-4001-D
Flintridge Road is not shown on the Master Bike Plan with proposed or existing
facilities in the area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to allow a food testing
laboratory within the existing building at 8124 Flintridge Road, on property zoned
C-4. The property contains a one-story, 9,366 square foot commercial building
located near the center of the site. An access drive from Flintridge Road is located
near the southeast corner of the property. Paved parking is located on the south
and west sides of the building.
The applicant notes that the food testing laboratory will operate from 2:00 am to
6:00 pm seven days per week. The applicant provided the following information on
the number of employees:
"Currently, our laboratory has six analysts maximum that are on site during the
daytime hours form 6:00 am to 3:00 pm. Nighttime hours have between one and
three analysts on site at a time from 2:00 am to 6:00 am."
The applicant also submitted the following information regarding odor emissions:
"The lab disinfects samples prior to disposal and double bags trash to limit
exposure. The odor from the current disposal is slight and near the current
dumpsters but dissipates quickly away from the dumpsters."
The dumpster area on the site will be screened as per ordinance standards.
Any signage on the site must comply with Section 36-555 of the City's Zoning
Ordinance (signs allowed in commercial zones).
Any new site lighting must be low level and directed away from adjacent properties.
Staff is supportive of the requested conditional use permit. To Staffs knowledge,
there are no outstanding issues. Staff feels that the proposed food testing
laboratory will be a quiet, low traffic use and have no adverse impact on the
surrounding properties.
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ITEM NO.: 6 (Cont.)
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
FILE NO.: Z-4001-D
Staff recommends approval of the requested conditional use permit, subject to
compliance with the comments and conditions outlined in paragraphs D, E and F,
and the staff analysis of the agenda staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (AUGUST 14, 2025)
This item was withdrawn at the request of the applicant.
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ITEM NO.: 7 FILE NO.: Z-6957-P
NAME: Mainord — Conditional Use Permit
LOCATION: 5100 Talley Road
DEVELOPER:
William Mainord
824 Salem Road
Conway, AR 72034
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Freeway Park Properties, LLC (Owner)
Tim Yelvington (Agent)
RPPY Architecture
713 W. 2"d Street
Little Rock, AR 72201
AREA: 1 .10 acres
WARD: 7
CURRENT ZONING:
VARIANCE/WAIVERS:
None Requested.
NUMBER OF LOTS: 1
PLANNING DISTRICT: 12
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A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
CENSUS TRACT: 24.05
The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to allow a 24-hour emergency
animal hospital within the existing building at 5100 Talley Road.
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ITEM NO.: 7 (Cont.)
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
FILE NO.: Z-6957-P
A one-story commercial building is located near the center of the site. Paved
parking is located on the east, west and south sides of the building. Shared access
drives exist along the east property line from Talley Road and along the north
property line.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
All owners of property located within 300 feet of the site and all neighborhood
associations registered with the City of Little Rock were notified of the
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PLANNING):
1. ADA Access shall be shown to the Right -of -Way.
2. Handicap Parking shall include one van stall 11ft wide with a 5ft minimum
aisle.
3. Drives may not exceed 40% of the lot width.
4. Driveways are to close on the north and do not meet separation codes.
5. Dumpster enclosures must be permitted as a fence and anything 7ft in height
or taller measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall/fence
shall be designed by an Arkansas Licensed Engineer (Structural).
6. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-
4817 or at 501-918-5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way
prior to placement of concrete or asphalt or for on -site clarification of
requirements prior to commencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal
of any improperly placed concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or
contractor.
7. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works
Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or
for more information.
8. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or
operations of construction related equipment from a construction site shall be
repaired by the responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of
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ITEM NO.: 7 (Cont.)
occupancy.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS):
No Comments
FILE NO.: Z-6957-P
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: No comments
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water:
All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water
service must be met. Provide a 15' utility easement for ex. 8" DI main on the south
side of the property along Remington Dr. A Capital Investment Charge based on the
size of meter connection(s) will apply to this project in addition to normal charges.
Fire Department:
Full Plan Review
rks and Recreation: No comments received.
County Planning: No Comments received.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Building Code:
Project is subject to full commercial plan review and 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.gov or Tim Whitener at 501-371-4875 thitener@littlerock.gov
Landscape: No Comments
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
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ITEM NO.: 7 (Cont.)
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Plannina Division:
Land Use Plan:
FILE NO.: Z-6957-P
The request is in the 65th Street West Planning District, District 12. The Land Use
Plan shows Office (0) use for the requested area. The Office (0) use category
represents services provided directly to consumers (e.g., legal, financial, medical) as
well as general offices which support more basic economic activities.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
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ITEM NO.: 7 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: Z-6957-P
Future Land Use Plan for Z-6957-P
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ITEM NO.: 7 (Cont.)
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ITEM NO.: 7 (Cont.)
Master Street Plan:
FILE NO.: Z-6957-P
Talley Road is a Commercial Street on the Master Street Plan. Commercial Streets
are a Local public street which is abutted by non-residential or residential use which
is more intense than duplex or two -unit residential. These streets have the same
design standard as a Collector. The standard Right-of-way is 60 feet. Sidewalks are
required on both sides. This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may
require street improvements.
Bicycle Plan:
Talley Road is not shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing or proposed facilities
in this area
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to allow a 24-hour emergency
animal hospital on the 0-3 zoned property located at 5100 Talley Road. The
property is occupied by a one-story, 9,885 square foot commercial building located
near the center of the property. Paved parking is located along the east, west and
south sides of the building. Shared access drives are located along the east
property line from Talley Road, and along the north property line.
The applicant notes that the proposed 24-hour emergency animal hospital will
have a maximum of 15 employees at any given time. The maximum number of
animals cared for at any given time will be approximately 25 to 30. Ninety (90)
percent of the animals cared for will be dogs and cats, with the remainder being
other small pets. The hospital will not care for farm or large animals.
The facility will have no outside play areas or runs. There is not boarding or
daycare offered. Only post -surgery and sick animals are hospitalized. Most
patients are very sick and are often not ambulatory. The only outside space will be
a small, covered, fenced off area for supervised leash walking.
There are 51 parking spaces located on the site. The existing number of parking
spaces complies with ordinance standards.
Staff is supportive of the requested conditional use permit. Staff believes that the
proposed use is appropriate for this developed site. Existing office, and commercial
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ITEM NO.: 7 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: Z-6957-P
and light industrial developments surround the subject property. The nearest
residential use is located over 600 feet to the south. The proposed 24-hour
emergency animal hospital should have no adverse impact on the surrounding
properties.
I. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested conditional use permit, subject to
compliance with the comments and conditions outlines in paragraphs D, E and F,
and the staff analysis of the agenda staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(AUGUST 14, 2025)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. Staff
presented the item, and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the "staff
analysis" above. The item remained on the Consent Agenda for Approval. The vote
was (11) ayes, (0) nays and (0) absent. The motion passed. The application was
approved.
August 14, 2025
ITEM NO.: 8
FILE NO.: Z-10184
NAME: Apex Professional Construction — Duplex — Conditional Use Permit
LOCATION: 813 Rice Street
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Kendel Grooms (Agent)
8114 Cantrell Road
Little Rock, AR 72227
(501) 313-4967
Apex Professional Construction LLC (Owner)
ENGINEER/SURVEYOR:
Bond Consulting Engineers, Inc.
2601 T.P. White Drive
Jacksonville, AR 72076
AREA: .17 acres
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CURRENT ZONING
VARIANCE/WAIVERS:
NUMBER OF LOTS: 1
PLANNING DISTRICT: 8
R-3
None requested.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
CENSUS TRACT: 45
The applicant requests a conditional use permit to allow construction of a duplex
on a 0.17-acre lot located at 813 Rice Street located in the Single -Family District
North of Asher Avenue and East of University Avenue.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property is located in an R-3 zoning and is currently vacant and grass covered.
An old concrete pad remains on the property. An Interstate 630 overpass is to the
North of the property and across the street to the West of the property is a vacant
lot filled with discarded building materials and a billboard. To the South of the
property, there are also vacant, grass covered lots until the intersection of
Maryland and Rice. The Future Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density (RL)
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ITEM NO.: 8 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: Z-10184
for the requested area. Surrounding the property to the South and East is
Residential Low Density and to the west is Light Industrial.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
All owners of property located within 300 feet of the site and all neighborhood
associations registered with the City of Little Rock were notified of the public
hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PLANNING):
1. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-
4817 or at 501-918-5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way
prior to placement of concrete or asphalt or for on -site clarification of
requirements prior to commencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal
of any improperly placed concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or
contractor.
2. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works
Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or for
more information.
3. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations
of construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by
the responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS):
1. No Comments
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: No comments.
Enter : No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water: - NO OBJECTIONS; All Central Arkansas Water
requirements in effect at the time of request for water service must be met
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ITEM NO.: 8 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10184
Fire Department: Full Plan Review
Parks and Recreation: No comments received.
County Planning: No Comments received.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Building Code,: As per 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Volume III R302.1(1)
Single Family Dwellings have the following requirements when dealing with
Dwellings that are closer than 7' from the property line: If the soffit assembly
extends inside of 5' from the property line, it must be constructed with fire treated
materials. 5/8" Type "X" Drywall, stucco, fire treated plywood or some other fire
treated material on underside of the soffit, fire treated fascia, elimination of soffit
vents and gable vents and crawl space vents on the affected portion of the
wall. Note: Vents must be relocated to ensure proper venting of the attic space.
Exceptions to this are to fire block this section of the exterior wall from the
top plate to the underside of the roof decking and to fire caulk the blocking
at all joints.
A duplex must have a one hour rated wall between units to the roof deck or
extending to the ceiling and then going across the ceiling of the units to the
outside wall.
Landscape: No Comments
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division:
Land Use Plan:
The request is in the Central City Planning District, District 8. The Land Use Plan
shows Residential Low Density (RL) use for the requested area. The Residential Low
Density (RL) use category provides for single family homes at densities not to exceed
6 dwelling units per acre. Such residential development is typically characterized by
conventional single-family homes but may also include patio or garden homes and
cluster homes, provided that the density remains less than 6 units per acre. The
application is CUP for a duplex.
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Master Street Plan:
Rice Street is a Local Street on the Master Street Plan. Local Streets are roads
designed to provide access to adjacent property with the movement of traffic being a
secondary purpose. The standard Right-of-way is 50'. Sidewalks are required on
one side. This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street
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ITEM NO.: 8 (Cont.
Bicycle Plan:
FILE NO.: Z-10184
Rice Street is not shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing or proposed facilities
in this area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant requests a conditional use permit to allow construction of a duplex
on a 0.17-acre lot located at 813 Rice Street, located in the Single -Family District
North of Asher Avenue and East of University Avenue.
The property is located in an R-3 zoning and is currently vacant and grass covered.
An old concrete pad remains on the property. An Interstate 630 overpass is to the
North of the property and across the street to the West of the property is a vacant
lot filled with discarded building materials and a billboard. To the South of the
property, there are also vacant, grass and tree covered lots until the intersection
of Maryland and Rice. The Future Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density
(RL) for the requested area. Surrounding the property to the South and East is
Residential Low Density and to the west is Light Industrial.
The proposed one-story duplex will be 58.2 'x 40' in area (2,328 square feet). The
structure will be located 5 feet back from the North and the South side property
lines and 49.8 feet from the front (West) property line facing Rice Street and 42.26
feet from the rear (East) property line. The proposed building setbacks conform
with ordinance standards.
There will be a porch for each unit, each being 7.4 feet wide, with a concrete path
providing access to the parking pad. The parking pad in the front yard contains (4)
parking spaces. Section 36-502 of the City's Zoning Ordinance requires a
minimum of three (3) spaces for a duplex.
An 18-foot-wide drive from Rice Street will provide access to the parking area.
There will be a landscaped area between the parking pad and the duplex structure.
Any new fencing must comply with Section 36-516 pf the code.
August 14, 2025
ITEM NO.: 8 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: Z-10184
Staff is supportive of the requested Conditional Use Permit. Staff feels the request
is reasonable. Staff feels that the applicant is proposing a quality plan for the
development of this site. Properties in the general area contain a mixture of zoning
and uses including residential low and light industrial. Staff feels that the
development of this property will have no adverse effect on the surrounding
properties in the general area.
I. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit subject to compliance
with the comments and conditions noted in paragraphs D, E, and F and the staff
analysis of the agenda staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (AUGUST 14, 2025)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. Staff
presented the item, and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the "staff
analysis" above. The item remained on the Consent Agenda for Approval. The vote
was (11) ayes, (0) nays and (0) absent. The motion passed. The application was
approved.
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ITEM NO.: 9
NAME: Skyline Equity Group — Duplex — Conditional Use Permit
LOCATION: Immediately South of 1412 S. Pine Street
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Kendel Grooms (Agent)
8114 Cantrell Road
Little Rock, AR 72227
Skyline Equity Group, LLC (Owner)
ENGINEER/SURVEYOR:
Bond Consulting Engineers, Inc.
2601 T.P. White Drive
Jacksonville, AR 72076
AREA: .14 acres
WARD: 2
CURRENT ZONING:
VARIANCE/WAIVERS
NUMBER OF LOTS: 1
PLANNING DISTRICT: 9
R-3
None requested.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
FILE NO.: Z-10185
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
CENSUS TRACT: 13
The applicant requests a conditional use permit to allow construction of a duplex
on a 0.14-acre lot located immediately South of 1412 S. Pine Street, located in the
Single -Family District North of Asher Avenue and East of University Avenue.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property is located in an R-3 zoning and is currently vacant and covered
substantially with old growth trees and grass. The lot to the South is also vacant
as well as the lots across the street to the East until the intersection of W 14tn
Street and S. Pine St. The Future Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density
(RL) for the requested area. Surrounding the application area to the South, East,
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ITEM NO.: 9 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: Z-10185
West is Residential Low Density and to the North is Mixed Urban Use.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
All owners of property located within 300 feet of the site and all neighborhood
associations registered with the City of Little Rock were notified of the public
hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PLANNING):
1. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-4817
or at 501-918-5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way prior to
placement of concrete or asphalt or for on -site clarification of requirements prior
to commencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal of any improperly
placed concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or contractor.
2. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works
Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or for
more information.
3. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations
of construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by
the responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
ENGINEERING (PUBLIC WORKS)--
1 . No Comments
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Autharity: No comments.
Enteray: No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water: - NO OBJECTIONS; All Central Arkansas Water
requirements in effect at the time of request for water service must be met
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ITEM NO.: 9 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10185
Fire Department: Full Plan Review
Parks and Recreation: No comments received.
County Planning: No Comments received.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Building Code:
As per 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Volume III R302.1(1) Single Family
Dwellings have the following requirements when dealing with Dwellings that are
closer than 7' from the property line: If the soffit assembly extends inside of 5' from
the property line, it must be constructed with fire treated materials. 5/8" Type "X"
Drywall, stucco, fire treated plywood or some other fire treated material on
underside of the soffit, fire treated fascia, elimination of soffit vents and gable vents
and crawl space vents on the affected portion of the wall. Note: Vents must be
relocated to ensure proper venting of the attic space.
Exceptions to this are to fire block this section of the exterior wall from the
top plate to the underside of the roof decking and to fire caulk the blocking
at all joints.
A duplex must have a one hour rated wall between units to the roof deck or
extending to the ceiling and then going across the ceiling of the units to the
outside wall.
Landscape: No Comments
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division:
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ITEM NO.: 9 (Cont.
FILE NO.: Z-10185
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ITEM NO.: 9 (Cont.)
Future Land Use Plan:
FILE NO.: Z-10185
The request is in the 1-630 Planning District, District 9. The Land Use Plan shows
Residential Low Density (RL) use for the requested area. The Residential Low
Density (RL) use category provides for single family homes at densities not to exceed
6 dwelling units per acre. Such residential development is typically characterized by
conventional single family homes but may also include patio or garden homes and
cluster homes, provided that the density remains less than 6 units per acre. The
application is for a Conditional Use Permit.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
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ITEM NO.: 9 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: Z-10185
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ITEM NO.: 9 (Cont.)
Master Street Plan:
FILE NO.: Z-10185
S. Pine Street is a one-way, north -bound Collector on the Master Street Plan.
Collectors are designed to connect traffic from Local Streets to Arterials or to activity
centers, with the secondary function of providing access to adjoining property. The
standard Right of way is 60'. Sidewalks are required on one side of Collectors. This
street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements.
Bicycle Plan:
Rice Street is not shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing or proposed facilities
in this area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant requests a conditional use permit to allow construction of a duplex
on a 0.14-acre lot located immediately South of 1412 S. Pine Street, located in the
Single -Family District North of Asher Avenue and East of University Avenue.
The property is located in an R-3 zoning and is currently vacant and covered
substantially with old growth trees and grass. The lot to the South is also vacant
as well as the lots across the street to the East until the intersection of W 14tn
Street and S. Pine St. The Future Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density
(RL) for the requested area. Surrounding the application area to the South, East,
West is Residential Low Density and to the North is Mixed Urban Use.
The proposed one-story duplex will be 58.2 'x 35.5' in area (2,066.1 square feet).
The structure will be located 5 feet back from the North property line, 5.2 feet back
from the South property line, 25.6 feet from the West (rear) property line and 45.7
feet from the East (front) property line accessing S. Pine Street. The proposed
building setbacks conform with ordinance standards.
There will be a porch for each unit, each being 6.7 feet wide, with a concrete path
providing access to the parking pad. The parking pad in the front yard of the lot
contains (4) parking spaces. Section 36-502 of the City's Zoning Ordinance
requires a minimum of three (3) spaces for a duplex.
An 18-foot-wide drive from S. Pine Street will provide access to the parking area.
There will be a landscaped area between the parking area and the duplex
structure. Any new fencing must comply with Section 36-516 of the Code.
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ITEM NO.: 9 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: Z-10185
Staff is supportive of the requested Conditional Use Permit. Staff feels the request
is reasonable. Staff feels that the applicant is proposing a quality plan for the
development of this site. Properties in the general area contain a mixture of zoning
and uses including residential low and mixed urban use. Staff feels that the
development of this property will not have an adverse effect on the surrounding
properties in the general area
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit subject to compliance
with the comments and conditions noted in paragraphs D, E, and F and the staff
analysis of the agenda staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(AUGUST 14, 2025)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. Staff
presented the item, and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the "staff
analysis" above. The item remained on the Consent Agenda for Approval. The vote
was (11) ayes, (0) nays and (0) absent. The motion passed. The application was
approved.
August 14, 2025
ITEM NO.: 10
NAME: Elite Equity Group — Duplex — Conditional Use Permit
LOCATION: SWC of W. 18th Street & S. Harrison Street
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Kendel Grooms (Agent)
8114 Cantrell Road
Little Rock, AR 72227
Elite Equity X, LLC (Owner)
ENGINEER/SURVEYOR:
Bond Consulting Engineers, Inc.
2601 T.P. White Drive
Jacksonville, AR 72076
AREA: .17 acres
WARD: 1
CURRENT ZONING:
VARIANCEM/AIVERS:
NUMBER OF LOTS: 1
PLANNING DISTRICT: 9
R-3
None requested.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
FILE NO.: Z-10186
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
CENSUS TRACT: 18
The applicant requests a conditional use permit to allow construction of a duplex
on a 0.17 acre lot located at the Southwest Corner of W. 18th Street and S. Harrison
Street, located in the Single -Family District North of Asher Avenue and East of
University Avenue.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The proposed property is a grass covered, corner lot located in an R-3 zoning and
is currently vacant. There remains a concrete drive on the southern corner of the
property. The Future Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density (RL) for the
requested area. Surrounding the application area to the South, East, West is
Residential Low Density and to the Northeast is Public Institutional.
August 14, 2025
ITEM NO.: 10 (Cont.)
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
FILE NO.: Z-10186
All owners of property located within 300 feet of the site and all neighborhood
associations registered with the City of Little Rock were notified of the public
hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PLANNING):
1. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-
4817 or at 501-918-5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way
prior to placement of concrete or asphalt or for on -site clarification of
requirements prior to commencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal
of any improperly placed concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or
contractor.
2. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works
Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or
for more information.
3. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations
of construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by
the responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
ENGINEERING (PUBLIC WORKS):
1. No Comments
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: No comments.
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water: All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the
time of request for water service must be met.
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August 14, 2025
ITEM NO.: 1 0 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10186
Fire Department: Full Plan Review.
Parks and Recreation: No comments received.
County Planning: No Comments received.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Buiidina Code:
As per 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Volume III R302.1(1) Single Family
Dwellings have the following requirements when dealing with Dwellings that are
closer than 7' from the property line: If the soffit assembly extends inside of 5' from
the property line, it must be constructed with fire treated materials. 5/8" Type "X"
Drywall, stucco, fire treated plywood or some other fire treated material on
underside of the soffit, fire treated fascia, elimination of soffit vents and gable vents
and crawl space vents on the affected portion of the wall. Note: Vents must be
relocated to ensure proper venting of the attic space.
Exceptions to this are to fire block this section of the exterior wall from the top plate
to the underside of the roof decking and to fire caulk the blocking at all joints.
A duplex must have a one hour rated wall between units to the roof deck or
extending to the ceiling and then going across the ceiling of the units to the outside
wall.
Landscape: No Comments
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division:
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ITEM NO.: 10 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10186
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ITEM NO.: 10 (Cont.
Land Use Plan:
FILE NO.: Z-10186
The request is in the 1-630 Planning District, District 9. The Land Use Plan shows
Residential Low Density (RL) use for the requested area. The Residential Low
Density (RL) use category provides for single family homes at densities not to
exceed 6 dwelling units per acre. Such residential development is typically
characterized by conventional single family homes but may also include patio or
garden homes and cluster homes, provided that the density remains less than 6
units per acre. The application is for a Conditional Use Permit.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
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ITEM NO.: 1 0 (Cont.)
Master Street Plan:
FILE NO.: Z-10186
S. Harrison Street is a Local Street on the Master Street Plan. Local Streets are
roads designed to provide access to adjacent property with the movement of traffic
being a secondary purpose. The standard Right-of-way is 50'. Sidewalks are
required on one side. This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may
require street improvements.
Bicycle Plan:
No Comments.
Historic Preservation Plan:
No Comments.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant requests a conditional use permit to allow construction of a duplex
on a 0.17-acre lot located at the Southwest Corner of W. 18t" Street and S.
Harrison Street, located in the Single -Family District North of Asher Avenue and
East of University Avenue.
The proposed property is a grass covered, corner lot located in an R-3 zoning and
is currently vacant. There remains a concrete drive on the southern corner of the
property. The Future Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density (RL) for the
requested area. Surrounding the application area to the South, East, West is
Residential Low Density and to the Northeast is Public Institutional.
The proposed one-story duplex will be 58.2 'x 40' in area (2,328 square feet). The
structure will have 5-foot setbacks from the North and South side property lines, a
49.8 feet setback from the East (front) property line and a 36-foot setback from the
West (rear) property line. The proposed building setbacks conform with ordinance
standards.
There will be a porch for each unit, each being 7.3 feet wide, with a concrete path
providing access to a concrete parking pad. The parking pad in the front yard
contains (4) parking spaces. Section 36-502 of the City's Zoning Ordinance
requires a minimum of three (3) spaces for a duplex.
An 18-foot-wide drive from Harrison Street will be located at the southeast corner
of the lot, providing access to the parking area. There will be a landscaped area
between the parking area and the duplex structure. Any new fencing must comply
with Section 36-516 of the Code.
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ITEM NO.: 10 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: Z-10186
Staff is supportive of the requested Conditional Use Permit. Staff feels the request
is reasonable. Staff feels that the applicant is proposing a quality plan for the
development of this site. Properties in the general area contain a mixture of zoning
and uses including residential low and public institutional. Staff feels that the
development of this property will have no adverse effect on the surrounding
properties in the general area
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit subject to compliance
with the comments and conditions noted in paragraphs D, E, and F and the staff
analysis of the agenda staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (AUGUST 14, 2025)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. Staff
presented the item, and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the "staff
analysis" above. The item remained on the Consent Agenda for Approval. The vote
was (11) ayes, (0) nays and (0) absent. The motion passed. The application was
approved.
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ITEM NO.: 11 FILE NO.: Z-10187
NAME: Brooks — Duplex — Conditional Use Permit
LOCATION: Immediately West of 3105 W. 11t" Street
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Kendel Grooms (Agent)
8114 Cantrell Road
Little Rock, AR 72227
Ryan Brooks (Owner)
ENGINEER/SURVEYOR:
Bond Consulting Engineers, Inc.
2601 T.P. White Drive
Jacksonville, AR 72076
AREA: .16 acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
WARD: 1 PLANNING DISTRICT: 9 CENSUS TRACT: 13
CURRENT ZONING: R-3
VARIANCE/WAIVERS: None requested.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant requests a conditional use permit to allow construction of a duplex
on a 0.16 acre lot located immediately West of 3105 W. 11t" Street located in the
Single -Family District North of Asher Avenue and East of University Avenue.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property is located in an R-3 zoning and is grass covered and currently vacant.
There is an existing staircase on the North side of the property. The property is
between two single family homes on the East and West side of the property. North
of the property are 3 lots adjacent to each other with a duplex on each lot. The
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ITEM NO.: 1 1 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: Z-10187
Future Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density (RL) for the requested area.
Surrounding the application area to the North, East, West is Residential Low Density
and to the South is Mixed Use.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
All owners of property located within 300 feet of the site and all neighborhood
associations registered with the City of Little Rock were notified of the public
hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PLANNING):
1. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-4817
or at 501-918-5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way prior to
placement of concrete or asphalt or for on -site clarification of requirements prior to
commencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal of any improperly placed
concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or contractor.
2. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works
Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or for
more information.
3. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations of
construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by the
responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
ENGINEERING (PUBLIC WORKS):
1. No Comments
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: No comments.
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water: NO OBJECTIONS -All Central Arkansas Water
requirements in effect at the time of request for water service must be met.
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August 14, 2025
ITEM NO.: 1 1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10187
Fire Department: Full Plan Review.
Parks and Recreation: No comments received.
County Planning: No Comments received.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Building Code:
As per 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Volume III R302.1(1) Single Family
Dwellings have the following requirements when dealing with Dwellings that are
closer than 7' from the property line: If the soffit assembly extends inside of 5' from
the property line, it must be constructed with fire treated materials. 5/8" Type "X"
Drywall, stucco, fire treated plywood or some other fire treated material on
underside of the soffit, fire treated fascia, elimination of soffit vents and gable vents
and crawl space vents on the affected portion of the wall. Note: Vents must be
relocated to ensure proper venting of the attic space.
Exceptions to this are to fire block this section of the exterior wall from the
top plate to the underside of the roof decking and to fire caulk the blocking
at all joints.
A duplex must have a one hour rated wall between units to the roof deck or
extending to the ceiling and then going across the ceiling of the units to the
outside wall.
Landscape: No Comments
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock-Re-gion Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division:
K,
August 14, 2025
ITEM NO.: 11 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: Z-10187
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Land Use Plan:
The request is in the 1-630 Planning District, District 9. The Land Use Plan shows
Residential Low Density (RL) use for the requested area. The Residential Low
Density (RL) use category provides for single family homes at densities not to exceed
6 dwelling units per acre. Such residential development is typically characterized by
conventional single family homes but may also include patio or garden homes and
cluster homes, provided that the density remains less than 6 units per acre. The
application is for a Conditional Use Permit.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
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ITEM NO.: 1 1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10187
Master Street Plan:
W. 11th Street is a Local Street on the Master Street Plan. Local Streets are roads
designed to provide access to adjacent property with the movement of traffic being a
secondary purpose. The standard Right-of-way is 50'. Sidewalks are required on one
side. This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street
improvements.
Bicycle Plan:
No Comments.
Historic Preservation Plan:
No Comments.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant requests a conditional use permit to allow construction of a duplex
on a 0.16 acre lot located immediately West of 3105 W. 11th Street located in the
Single -Family District North of Asher Avenue and East of University Avenue.
The property is located in an R-3 zoning and is grass covered and currently vacant.
There is an existing staircase on the North side of the property. The property is
between two single family homes on the East and West side of the property. North
of the property are 3 lots adjacent to each other with a duplex on each lot. The
Future Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density (RL) for the requested area.
Surrounding the application area to the North, East, West is Residential Low
Density and to the South is Mixed Use.
The proposed one-story duplex will be 58.2 'x 36' in area (2,095.2 square feet).
The structure will be located 33.3 feet from the North (front) property line, 50.35
from the South property line and 6.5 feet from the side property lines. The
proposed building setbacks conform with ordinance standards.
There will be a front porch for each unit, each being 7.3 feet wide, with a path
connecting to a sidewalk providing access to W. 11th Street. A concrete parking
pad with four (4) parking spaces sits at the rear of the lot with an 18-foot-wide drive
providing access to the alley. Section 36-502 of the City's Zoning Ordinance
requires a minimum of three (3) spaces for a duplex.
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ITEM NO.: 1 1 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: Z-10187
There will be a landscaped area between the parking pad and the duplex structure.
Any new fencing must comply with Section 36-516 of the code.
Staff is supportive of the requested Conditional Use Permit. Staff feels the request
is reasonable. Staff feels that the applicant is proposing a quality plan for the
development of this site. Properties in the general area contain a mixture of zoning
and uses including residential low and mixed urban use. Staff feels that the
development of this property will have no adverse effect on the surrounding
properties in the general area
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit subject to compliance
with the comments and conditions noted in paragraphs D, E, and F and the staff
analysis of the agenda staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (AUGUST 14, 2025)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. Staff
presented the item, and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the "staff
analysis" above. The item remained on the Consent Agenda for Approval. The vote
was (11) ayes, (0) nays and (0) absent. The motion passed. The application was
approved.
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ITEM NO.: 12 FILE NO.: Z-10188
NAME: The Gardens — Conditional Use Permit
LOCATION: 9621 Tall Timber Boulevard
DEVELOPER:
Charles B. Turner (Owner)
889 Ridgeway Street
Hot Springs, AR 71901
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Joe White (Agent)
25 Rahling Circle, Suite A-2
Little Rock, AR 72223
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
Joe White & Associates
25 Rahling Circle, Suite A-2
Little Rock, AR 72223
AREA: 7.6 acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
WARD: 7 PLANNING DISTRICT: 12 CENSUS TRACT: 24.05
CURRENT ZONING: 0-3
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to allow the existing developed
property to be utilized as a mental health and therapeutic community facility. The
facility will operate twenty (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week.
B. EXISTING CONDITION
The site is located on the east side of Stagecoach Road and contains an existing
one-story building. The building was previously occupied by the Bible Doctrine
Church of Little Rock (Heart's Journey). Properties surrounding the site contain a
mixture of zoning and uses.
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ITEM NO.: 12 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10188
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIO
All owners of property within 300 feet of the site and all neighborhood associations
registered with the City of Little Rock were notified of the public hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS:
1. ADA Access shall be shown to the Right -of -Way.
2. Handicap Parking shall include one van stall 11ft wide with a 5ft minimum
aisle.
3. Drives may not exceed 40% of the lot width.
4. Northeast drive raises concern due to island within Tall Timber Blvd.
5. Dumpster enclosures must be permitted as a fence and anything 7ft in height
or taller measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall/fence
shall be designed by an Arkansas Licensed Engineer (Structural).
6. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-
4817 or at 501-918-5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way
prior to placement of concrete or asphalt or for on -site clarification of
requirements prior to commencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal
of any improperly placed concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or
contractor.
7. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works
Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or
for more information.
8. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations
of construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by
the responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS): No comments.
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: No comments received.
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Energy: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
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FILE NO.: Z-10188
All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water
service must be met.
Fire Department:
1. Full plan review.
Parks and Recreation: No comments received.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Building Code:
Provide the following information:
Previous Use appears have been a church.
Proposed Use appears to be Institutional
Construction Type?
Confirm single story 1191.8 sf? Appears to be 11,981 sf.
This appears to be a change of occupancy from a business occupancy to an
Institutional occupancy. This will most likely require the installation of Fire
Sprinkler and Fire Alarm.
Project is subject to full commercial plan review and 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;
cricheyCcDlittlerock.gov or Tim Whitener at 501-371-4875 twhitenerCc�r�..littlerock.gov
Landscape: No comments received.
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
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ITEM NO.: 12 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10188
Planning Division:
Land Use Plan:
The request is in the 65th Street West Planning District, District 12. The Land Use
Plan shows Office (0) use for the requested area. The Office (0) use category
represents services provided directly to consumers (e.g., legal, financial, medical)
as well as
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ITEM NO.: 12 (Cont_) FILE NO.: Z-10188
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
Master Street Plan:
Stagecoach Road is a Principal Arterial on the Master Street Plan. Principal
Arterials are roads designed to serve through traffic, and to connect major traffic
generators or activity centers within urbanized areas. The standard Right of way
of 110 feet is required. Sidewalks are required on both sides. This street may
require dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements.
Master Street Plan for Z-10188
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ITEM NO.: 12 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10188
Bicvcle Plan:
Stagecoach Road is a designated bike route in the Master Bike Plan as a Proposed
Class II Bike Lane. Class II Bike Lanes provide a bike lane on both sides of a
roadway for the sole use of bicycles as a separate facility.Tall Timber Blvd is not
shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing or proposed facilities in this area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to allow the existing developed
property to be utilized as a mental health and therapeutic community facility. The
facility will operate twenty (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week.
The Gardens is a therapeutic community with current facilities in Sherwood and
Texarkana. The Gardens proposes to occupy the existing developed property with
a living facility for sixteen (16) individuals. There will be up to eight (8) staff
employees/care givers at the facility at any given time. The Gardens provides care
for adults diagnosed with a serious mental illness and/or intellectual disorder. The
Gardens provided the following information regarding their clients:
"Our admission screening is similar to a tenant applying for residency (just
like any of us would do). We run thorough background checks on each
potential client. We are extremely selective & have weekly conference calls
to vet applicants. We meet potential clients prior to admission. No one on
the sexual registry is accepted. We do not allow any drugs or alcohol on the
property & clients are subject to drug screening if use is suspected. We do
not accept clients with current substance abuse issues. We accept
approximately one (1) out of every five (5) applicants."
The site is located on the east side of Stagecoach Road and contains an existing
one-story building. The building was previously occupied by the Bible Doctrine
Church of Little Rock (Heart's Journey). Properties surrounding the site contain a
mixture of zoning and uses.
Two (2) driveways extend south from Tall Timber Boulevard providing access to
the property. The western driveway will serve as primary ingress/egress. The
applicant notes that the easternmost driveway from Tall Timber Boulevard, the
driveway closest to the single-family residential neighborhood, will be gated and
used only for emergency access.
C.
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ITEM NO.: 12 (Cont.
FILE NO.: Z-10188
The existing building is 11,918 square feet in area. The applicant intends to
remodel the building as needed for their use. The existing parking lot located on
the north side of the building provides ample parking for staff and visitors. Staff
feels the parking is sufficient to serve the proposed use.
The applicant notes that transportation is provided for all clients, and they will not
be roaming the streets and neighborhood.
The applicant is not proposing additional signage at this time. Any future signage
must comply with Section 36-553 of the City's Zoning Ordinance (signs permitted
in office and institutional zones).
The site plan does not show a dumpster at this time. Any dumpster placed on the
property must be screened to comply with Section 36-523 of the City's Zoning
Ordinance.
The site plan does not show perimeter fencing at this time. Any fencing erected on
the property must comply with Section 36-516(e)(2) of the City's Zoning Ordinance
(fences and walls).
Any new sight lighting must be low-level and directed away from adjacent
properties.
The applicant provided responses to additional information regarding all issues
raised during staffs review of the application. To staffs knowledge, there are no
outstanding issues.
Staff is supportive of the requested conditional use permit. Staff feels the
applicant's proposed re -use of the developed site is an appropriate use at this
location. The property is over seven (7) acres in area and will be occupied by only
sixteen (16) residents. The proposed facility should prove to be a very quiet and
low traffic use. The property is located along a principal arterial roadway (State
Highway 70). The only daily vehicular access will be from the westernmost
driveway near the intersection. The majority of the property is undeveloped, and
tree covered. There is an existing land use buffer along the east property line,
ranging in width from one -hundred (100) feet to two -hundred (200) feet. In staff's
opinion, the proposed use will have no adverse impact on the surrounding
properties.
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested conditional use permit, subject to
compliance with the comments and conditions outlined in paragraphs D, E and F,
and the staff analysis, of the agenda staff report, and the following condition:
The conditional use permit will be for "The Gardens" facility and operators only. If
"The Gardens" ceases use and vacates the property, the conditional use permit
will become null and void, and will not be transferred to another user.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (AUGUST 14, 2025)
The applicant was present. There were (7) objectors present. David Wright,
Denise White, William Ellis, Ed Wellington, Benard Mitchell, Gale Long, and
Director BJ Wyrick all voiced concerns over the neighboring detox center
stating that is has caused numerous problems within their adjacent
neighborhood and of the noise from the fire trucks, ambulances and police
being called frequently, as well as the detox residents wandering their
neighborhoods. They also voiced concerns over possible safety issues from
the residents of the facility, concerns about the possibility of their property value
decreasing, as well as density issues with having the two facilities close to their
neighborhood. David Wright and Denise White voiced concerns of the facility
not being suitable for a residential area. After a lengthy discussion there was a
motion to approve the application. There was a second. The vote was (9) ayes,
(1) nay and (1) absent. The motion passed. The application was approved
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ITEM NO.: 13 FILE NO.: Z-5099-J
NAME: Northwest Territory (Lots 9F thru 9J) — PCD and Preliminary Plat
LOCATION: North side of Cantrell Road approximately 800 west of Chenal Parkway
DEVELOPER:
PDC, LLC
16623 Cantrell Road, suite 2A
Little Rock, AR 72223
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
PDC, LLC (Owner)
Tim Daters (Agent)
ENGINEER/SURVEYOR:
White-Daters & Associates
25 Rahling Circle
Little Rock, AR 72223
AREA: 7. 1 1 acres
WARD: 5
CURRENT ZONING
VARIANCENVAIVERS
NUMBER OF LOTS: 5
PLANNING DISTRICT: 20
C-3
None Requested
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
FT. NEW STREET: 670 LF
CENSUS TRACT: 42.05
The applicant is requesting to rezone the 7.11 acre property from C-3 to PCD, and
subdivide the property into five (5) lots for future commercial development.
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B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property is currently undeveloped and wooded, with varying degrees of slope.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
All owners of property located within 300 feet of the site and all neighborhood
associations registered with the City of Little Rocke notified of the public hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PLANNING):
1. All proposed developments shall have ADA Access shall be shown to and from
the Right-of-Way(s), this being all ROWs and private drives.
2. Handicap Parking shall include one van stall 11ft wide with a 5ft minimum
aisle.
3. Drives may not exceed 40% of the lot width.
4. All sites shall show ADA stalls and aisles on the plan as required by Code.
5. Submit traffic impact study (TIA) showing the additional, projected traffic
expected to be generated by the proposed development. TIA should show the
following: 1. an evaluation of the existing traffic conditions in the vicinity of the
proposed site 2. an analysis of projected traffic volumes entering and exiting
the proposed development at the nearby access drives and intersections used
to serve the site 3. Identify the effects of traffic operations for the existing traffic
in combination with site -generated traffic associated with the proposed
development 4. evaluate traffic operations for the study intersections and
access drives that will serve the site and make recommendations for mitigative
improvements which may be necessary and appropriate for safe and
acceptable traffic operations 5. Assess the adequacy of the site to
accommodate projected drive-thru traffic via queueing analysis.
6. Dumpster enclosures must be permitted as a fence and anything 7ft in height
or taller measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall/fence
shall be designed by an Arkansas Licensed Engineer (Structural).
7. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-
4817 or at 501-918-5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way
prior to placement of concrete or asphalt or for on -site clarification of
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FILE NO.: Z-5099-J
8. requirements prior to commencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal
of any improperly placed concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or
contractor.
9. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works
Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or
for more information.
10. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations
of construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by
the responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS): No Comments.
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Autho
Please submit plans for sewer main extension.
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water:
All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water
service must be met.
Fire Department:
Full Plan Review
Parks and Recreation: No comments received.
County Planning: No Comments received.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
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ITEM NO.: 1 3 (Cont.)
Building Code:
FILE NO.: Z-5099-J
Project is subject to full commercial plan review and 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.gov or Tim Whitener at 501-371-4875 fwhitener(a),littlerock.gov
Landscape: The development of each lot must comply with Chapter 15,
Landscaping and Tree Protection.
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division:
Land Use Plan:
The request is in the Pinnacle Planning District, District 20. The Land Use Plan shows
Commercial (C) use for the requested area. The Commercial (C) use category
includes a broad range of retail and wholesale sales of products, personal and
professional services, and general business activities. Commercial activities vary in
type and scale, depending on the trade area that they serve. The application is for a
Planned Commercial Development (PCD).
Surrounding the application area to the north, across Chenal Parkway is Residential
High (RH) density use area characterized by an apartment complex. Northeast of the
application is Office (0) use, characterized by undeveloped and wooded space.
East and southeast is Commercial (C) use characterized by automobile services, a
convenience store with gas pumps and a restaurant with drive-thru. South of the
application, across Cantrell Road, is Residential Low (RL) density use characterized
by single-family homes in subdivisions and Commercial (C) use area that is wooded
and undeveloped.
The application site is located in the Highway 10 Design Overlay District (Ord.
15965). The purpose of this district is to protect and enhance the aesthetic and visual
character of the lands surrounding Highway 10. In particular the purposes of this
district are as follows:
(1) To protect and enhance the scenic quality of the Highway 10 corridor by
providing for sensitive developments which will maximize the natural foliage
and terrain while also providing planted buffer and landscaped areas.
(2) To create a distinctive parkway atmosphere along Highway 10 by
encouraging substantial building setbacks, extensive landscaping and
uniform tree plantings.
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(3)To minimize the number of curb cuts along Highway 10 so that the roadway will
function at an efficient level of service.
(4)To promote development along Highway 10 without the undesired effects of small
lot strip development.
(5)To create standards for signage and parking lot lighting which are in keeping with
the intent of this article.
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Master Street Plan:
Cantrell Road is a Principal Arterial on the Master Street Plan. Principal Arterials are
roads designed to serve through traffic, and to connect major traffic generators or
activity centers within urbanized areas. The standard Right of way of 110 feet is
required. Sidewalks are required on both sides. Chenal Parkway is Minor Arterial on
the Master Street Plan. Minor Arterials are high volume roads designed to provide
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FILE NO.: Z-5099-J
the connections to and through an urban area. Curb cuts should be minimized to allow
for continuous traffic flow while still allowing some access to adjoining property.
Deceleration Lanes are required. Standard Right-of-way (ROW) is 90 feet. Sidewalks
are required on both sides. These streets may require dedication of right-of-way and
may require street improvements.
Bicycle Plan:
Flintridge Road is not shown on the Master Bike Plan with proposed or existing
facilities in the area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant is requesting to rezone the 7.11-acre property from C-3 to PCD, and
subdivide the property into five (5) lots for future commercial development. The
property is currently undeveloped and wooded, with varying degrees of slope.
The applicant proposes to subdivide the property into five (5) lots as follows:
Lot 9F - 1.31 acres
Lot 9G -
1.60 acres
Lot 9H -
1.32 acres
Lot 91 -
1.41 acres
Lot 9J -
1.47 acres
A private 36-foot-wide commercial street will run through the center of the overall
development from Cantrell Road to Chenal Parkway. The private street will be
within a 60-foot-wide access and utility easement. The proposed subdivision plat
shows a 100-foot building setback line along the Cantrell Road frontage, with a 40-
foot-wide landscape buffer along the same frontage. The setback and buffer
comply with the Highway 10 Design Overlay District standards.
The applicant is proposing a conceptual -type site plan for each of the five (5) lots.
Each lot will take access from the 36-foot-wide private street. The applicant notes
that each lot development will comply with the C-3 development standards, with
respect to minimum building setbacks, building height, parking, buffers,
landscaping, etc.
The applicant is proposing C-3 permitted uses for the subdivision.
All dumpster areas will be screened as per ordinance standards.
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FILE NO.: Z-5099-J
Any site lighting will be low level and directed away from adjacent properties.
All signage for Lots 9F and 9J must comply with the Highway 10 Design Overlay
District. Signage for the remaining lots must comply with Section 36-555 (signs
allowed in commercial zones)
A traffic study will not be required at this time, based on the fact that specific uses
for each lot are not known at this time. At the time of building permit, a traffic study
may be required for an individual lot development based on the specific
use/business proposed.
Any individual lot or perimeter fencing must comply with Section 36-516 of the
code.
Staff is supportive of the proposed PCD zoning and subdivision plat. The only
reason a PCD is required is the fact that the two (2) lots (Lots 9F and 9J) that front
on Highway 10 are less than two (2) acres in area. The property is currently zoned
C-3. The proposed development represents a continuation of the commercial
development along the north side of Highway 10, west of Chenal Parkway, and
should have no adverse impact on the surrounding properties.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested conditional use permit, subject to
compliance with the comments and conditions outlined in paragraphs D, E and F,
and the staff analysis of the agenda staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(AUGUST 14, 2025)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. Staff
presented the item, and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the "staff
analysis" above. The item remained on the Consent Agenda for Approval. The vote
was (11) ayes, (0) nays and (0) absent. The motion passed. The application was
approved.
E:
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ITEM NO.: 14 FILE NO.: Z-8911
NAME: De La Rosa — Revised PCD
LOCATION: 9123 Chicot Road
DEVELOPER:
Lorena De La Rosa (Owner)
9123 Chicot Road
Little Rock, AR 72209
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Lorena De La Rosa
9123 Chicot Road
Little Rock, AR 72209
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
Laha Engineers, Inc.
6602 Baseline Road, Ste. E
Little Rock, AR 72209
AREA: 0.53 acre NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
WARD: 2 PLANNING DISTRICT: 15 CENSUS TRACT: 41.06
CURRENT ZONING: PCD
STAFF UPDATE:
On July 23, 2025, the applicant submitted correspondence to staff requesting the
application be deferred to the September meeting. Staff supports the deferral request.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(AUGUST 14, 2025)
This item was deferred to the November 13, 2025 agenda at the request of the applicant.
August 14, 2025
NAME: Master Company — PCD
LOCATION: 9911 W. Markham Street
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Pavithran Indira (Owner)
9911 W. Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72205
ENGINEER/SURVEYOR:
Brooks Surveying, Inc.
20820 Arch Street Pike
Hensley, AR 72065
AREA: .22 acres
WARD: 6
CURRENT ZONING
VARIANCE/WAIVERS:
NUMBER OF LOTS: 1
PLANNING DISTRICT: 2
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None requested.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
LE NO.: Z-9858-A
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
CENSUS TRACT: 22.08
The applicant is proposing to rezone .22 acres from 0-3 to PCD to allow for the
use of an existing 1,520 square foot office building for office space and food
services. The existing building will be split into two Suites (A and B). Suite A, 895
square feet, will be consolidated into a cafe, bakery, ice cream and pizza
restaurant, with a minor area for storage. Suite B, 625 square feet, will be used for
Office space.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property is located in 0-3 zoning. A one-story, brick and frame 1,520-square-
foot vacant office building exists in the middle of the property located on the corner
of Markham Street and Oak Lane. (South) directly behind the property is single-
family residential, North of the property are multifamily apartment complexes, with
office buildings mixed around the entire north, east and west vicinities, as well as
a faith -based institution. The Future Land Use Plan shows Suburban Office (SO)
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FILE NO.: Z-9858-A
for the requested area. Surrounding the property to the West, Southwest and North
is Office Use, Northeast is Public/ Institutional, to the East is Mixed Urban Use and to
the Southeast is Residential.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
All owners of property located within 300 feet of the site and all neighborhood
associations registered with the City of Little Rock were notified of the public
hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PLANNING
1. All proposed developments shall have ADA Access shall be shown to and from the
Right-of-Way(s), this being all ROWs and private drives.
2. Handicap Parking shall include one van stall 11ft wide with a 5ft minimum aisle.
3. Drives may not exceed 40% of the lot width.
4. All sites shall show ADA stalls and aisles on the plan as required by Code.
5. Site survey shows a double frontage lot, (meaning they have connectivity from one
street through to another and this is prohibited.
6. Dumpster enclosures must be permitted as a fence and anything 7ft in height or
taller measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall/fence shall be
designed by an Arkansas Licensed Engineer (Structural).
7. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-4817
or at 501-918-5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way prior to
placement of concrete or asphalt or for on -site clarification of requirements prior to
commencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal of any improperly placed
concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or contractor.
8. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works Traffic
Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or for more
information.
9. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations of
construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by the
responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
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ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS):
1. No Comments
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: No comments.
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water: All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the
time of request for water service must be met.
Fire Department: Full Plan Review
Parks and Recreation: No comments received.
County Planning: No Comments received.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Building Code:
Project is subject to full commercial plan review and 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;
cricheyCaD.littlerock.gov or Tim Whitener at 501-371-4875 thitener littlerock. ov
Landscape: No Comments
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Plannina Division:
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The request is in the Rodney Parham Planning District, District 2. The development
principles for this district seek to preserve and stabilize the existing development
while advocating for Neo-Traditional suburban development in areas not yet
developed. The Land Use Plan shows Suburban Office (SO) use for the requested
area. The Suburban Office (SO) use category provides for low intensity
development of office or office parks in close proximity to lower density residential
areas. To assure compatibility, a Planned Zoning District is required. The
application is for a Planned Commercial Development (PCD).
Surrounding the application area along the W. Markham Street corridor to the west
is Suburban Office (SO) use area characterized by a variety of office types.
Public/Institutional use area is to the northeast, across W. Markham Street from
the application is a faith -based institution. East of the application on the south side
of W. Markham Street is an area of Mixed Use (MX) with strip commercial
businesses. Southeast of the application is Residential Low (RL) density area
characterized by single-family homes in developed subdivisions
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
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Master Street Plan:
FILE NO.: Z-9858-A
W. Markham Street is a Minor Arterial on the Master Street Plan. Minor Arterials
are high volume roads designed to provide the connections to and through an
urban area. Curb cuts should be minimized to allow for continuous traffic flow while
still allowing some access to adjoining property. Deceleration Lanes are
required. Standard Right-of-way (ROW) is 90 feet. Sidewalks are required on both
sides. This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street
improvements.
Bicvcle Plan:
W. Markham Street is not shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing or proposed
facilities in this area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant is proposing to rezone .22 acres from 0-3 to PCD to allow for the
use of an existing 1,520-square-foot office building for office space and food
services. The existing building will be split into two Suites (A and B). Suite A, 895
square feet, will be consolidated into a cafe, bakery, ice cream and pizza
restaurant, with a minor area for storage. Suite B, 625 square feet, will be used for
Office space.
The property is located in 0-3 zoning. A one-story, brick and frame 1,520-square-
foot vacant office building exists in the middle of the property located on the corner
of Markham Street and Oak Lane. (South) directly behind the property is single-
family residential, North of the property are multifamily apartment complexes, with
office buildings mixed around the entire north, east and west vicinities, as well as
a faith -based institution. The Future Land Use Plan shows Suburban Office (SO) for
the requested area. Surrounding the property to the West, Southwest and North is
Office Use, Northeast is Public/ Institutional, to the East is Mixed Urban Use and to the
Southeast is Residential.
The proposed business will operate Monday through Sunday, from 6 am until midnight,
with a maximum of two (2) employees at any given time. The 895 square foot space in
Suite A is expected to have a 15-person seating capacity. There will not be a drive-thru
window.
Two concrete parking areas exist on the property. There are eight (8) parking spaces in
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the (North) front and four (4) parking spaces in the (South) rear. Access drives from Oak
Lane serve both parking areas. Section 36-502 of the City's Zoning Ordinance
requires one (1) space per five hundred (square feet) of gross floor area for Office
and one (1) space for each one hundred (100) square feet of gross floor area for
restaurants. The proposed parking plan conforms to the City's Ordinance Code.
A Commercial dumpster will be placed on the northwest corner of the building and
will be screened and secured. A fence will be constructed along the southern
property line. Site lighting will be low and directed away from adjacent properties,
per Section 36-278 of the City Ordinance Code.
Staff is not supportive of the requested rezoning from 0-3 to PCD. Staff does not
feel that is represents an appropriate transition into a Single -Family Residential
area. South and Southeast of the property is zoned for R-2 consisting of single-
family homes. Staff feels that a business conforming to 0-3 would better serve as
a transition from Markham, a main arterial road, into the residential area. Staff does
not feel that it is appropriate to introduce commercial use at this location, a
relatively small property adjacent to single family use. Staff also has concerns with
the proposed hours of operation and parking. Although the number of parking
spaces conforms with typical ordinance requirements, staff does not feel that there
is adequate paved area in the rear parking area to allow vehicular maneuvering.
I. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends denial of the requested PCD zoning.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(AUGUST 14, 2025)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. The
applicant presented their proposal for a two -suite cafe concept that would serve
various pastries and ice cream in one suite and the other suite would be used for office
use. After some discussion there was a motion to approve the application. There was
a second. The vote was (10) ayes, (0) nays and (1) absent. The motion passed. The
application was approved.
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ITEM NO.: 16 FILE NO.: Z-10173
NAME: Mays/Harris — PD-R
LOCATION: 3201 W. 12th Street
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Larry Harris, Jr. (Agent)
2109 Red River Road
Forney, TX 75126
(501) 231-2270
Jimmy Mays (Owner)
ENGINEER/SURVEYOR:
Brooks Surveying, Inc.
20820 Arch Street Pike
Hensley, AR 72065
AREA: .31 acres
WARD: 1
CURRENT ZONING:
VARIANCE/WAIVERS
NUMBER OF LOTS: 1
PLANNING DISTRICT: 9
R-3
None requested.
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
CENSUS TRACT: 13
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant proposes to rezone .31-acre from R-3 to PD-R, to develop a
four (4) unit multi -family housing complex. The property owner will occupy
one (1) of the units, with the remaining three (3) single-family units being
rented. The lot is located at 3201 W. 12th Street located in the predominant
Single -Family District north of Asher Avenue and east of University Avenue.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property is located in an R-3 zoning and sits on the corner of W. 12th
Street and Allis Street. The lot is currently vacant and grass covered. The two
adjacent lots to the West are vacant and grass covered. Across W. 12th
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Street's corridor going North a single-family home resides. Future Land Use for the
property is Mixed Use as well as to the East and West of the property and the other
side of W. 12 Street's corridor going East and West. South of the property is
Residential Low Density (RL).
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
All owners of property located within 300 feet of the site and all neighborhood
associations registered with the City of Little Rock were notified of the public
hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PLANNING):
1. Drives may not exceed 40% of the lot width.
2. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-4817
or at 501-918-5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way prior to
placement of concrete or asphalt or for on -site clarification of requirements prior to
commencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal of any improperly placed
concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or contractor.
3. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works
Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or for
more information.
4. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations of
construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by the
responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
ENGINEERING (PUBLIC WORKS)
1. No Comments
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water: - NO OBJECTIONS; All Central Arkansas Water
requirements in effect at the time of request for water service must be met
Fire Department: No Comment
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ITEM NO.: 1 6 (Cont.)
Parks and Recreation: No comments received.
County Planning: No Comments received.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Buildin_, Code:
FILE NO.: Z-10173
Townhouse Construction Requirements for the City of Little Rock, Arkansas
1. Framing Requirements:
a. All Townhomes shall be constructed with 2-Hour Fire Barrier Wall extending
through the roof and exterior walls or from the slab to the roof deck and front
walls with a 1-Hour extension on both sides of the wall for 48" on the walls and
48" on the roof structure.
i.Doors must be fire rated if they are installed in wall.
ii.Overhead doors are not allowed to be installed in the fire rated wall
section listed above.
b. 2-Hour Fire Barrier Walls shall be independently constructed from all roof
and floor loads and must remain standing throughout a fire event. No framing
members are allowed to pass through the fire wall.
c. No power, gas, sewer, water, phone, security wiring, is allowed to be
installed in the 2-Hour fire barrier walls. No exceptions.
d. 2-Hour wall must extend out into the soffit to the back of the sub -fascia and
down to the bottom of the soffit.
e. Soffit Vents must be broken 48" from each side of the 2-hour fire barrier
wall.
f. Ridge Vents must be broken 48" from each side of the 2-hour fire barrier
wall.
2. Utilities:
a. Electrical
i.Separate Electrical Services are required. Each unit must have its
own separate electric meter and disconnecting means on the outside
of the unit.
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ii.No electrical allowed in 2-hour fire barrier walls.
b. Water
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i. A single water meter is allowed but water must enter each unit from
the outside with a water box / valve / union assembly before entering
the unit.
ii.Each unit requires its own water heater.
c. Sanitary Sewer
i.A single sanitary sewer service is allowed in units that are leased to
the occupants.
ii.Each unit individually owned must have its own sanitary sewer
service.
iii.Each unit individually owned where the yard is also owned must have
its own individual sanitary service on the property under ownership.
iv.Cleanouts required at the entry and exit from the building.
d. Natural Gas
i.A single natural gas meter is allowed in buildings that are leased to the
occupants or units where the building unit is owned but not the yard.
ii.Gas Service must enter each unit from the outside and have a shutoff
on the outside of each unit.
iii. Each unit individually owned where the yard is also owned must have
its own natural gas service meter and service. Services must be
contained within each individual yard.
e. HVAC
i.All units must have their own designated HVAC System. No sharing
within the overall building or yard area.
NOTE: A site utility plan is required for all townhouse construction.
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FILE NO.: Z-10173
NOTE: Townhouse construction requires separately derived utility services for
Electrical, Water, Sanitary Sewer, Natural Gas and HVAC with all systems contained in
front / back yard building lines extending to a shared utility easement.
NOTE: If Townhouse Units cannot comply with utility requirements they are classified
as condominiums and are required to have fire sprinkler installations throughout and
are allowed to be separated by 1-hour fire walls.
walls.
Landscape: No Comments
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division:
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Land Use Plan:
The request is in the 1-630 Planning District, District 9. The development principles of
the district include: preserving the residential character of the area and isolate non-
residential uses to specific locations without affecting the adjacent neighborhoods;
encourage architectural compatibility for new construction; improve street and
drainage facilities; and improve pedestrian facilities. The Land Use Plan shows Mixed
Use (MX) for the requested area. The Mixed Use (MX) category provides for a mixture
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of residential, office and commercial uses to occur. A Planned Zoning District is
required if the use is entirely office or commercial or if the use is a mixture of the three.
The application is for a Planned Development -Residential (PD-R).
To the east and west of the application along the W 12th St corridor is designated for
Mixed Use (MX) uses and is characterized by single-family homes, small apartment
developments (3-6 units) and two faith -based institutions. South of the application
area for Residential Low (RL) use which is characterized by single-family homes with
scattered duplexes and small apartment developments (3-6 units).
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
Master Street Plan:
W. 12th Street is a Minor Arterial on the Master Street Plan. Minor Arterials are high
volume roads designed to provide the connections to and through an urban area. Curb
cuts should be minimized to allow for continuous traffic flow while still allowing some
access to adjoining property. Deceleration Lanes are required. Standard Right-of-way
(ROW) is 90 feet. Sidewalks are required on both sides. This street may require
dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements.
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Bicycle Plan:
W 12th Street is on the Master Bike Plan as an Existing Class II Bike Lane. Class
II Bike Lanes provide a portion of the pavement for the sole use of bicycles.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant proposes to rezone .31-acre from R-3 to PD-R, to develop a four (4)
unit multi -family housing complex. The property owner will occupy one (1) of the
units, with the remaining three (3) single-family units being rented. The lot is
located at 3201 W. 12th Street located in the predominant Single -Family District
north of Asher Avenue and east of University Avenue.
The property is located in an R-3 zoning and sits on the corner of W 12t" Street and
Allis Street. The lot is currently vacant and grass covered. The two adjacent lots to
the West are vacant and grass covered. Across the W. 12th Street corridor going
North a single-family home resides. Future Land Use for the property is Mixed Use
as well as to the East and West of the property and the other side of W. 12 Street's
corridor going East and West. South of the property is Residential Low Density
(RL).
The proposed two-story multi -family complex will be 88' x 40' in area (3,520 square
feet) and be composed of metal exterior siding. The height will be 25.10 feet. Soffit
lighting will be utilized. Height and lighting are in compliance with the City
Ordinance Code.
The two lots will be replatted into one lot, prior to application for a building permit.
The structure will be located 20 feet back from the West (side) property line, 40
feet back from the East (side) property line. The North and South building setbacks
will be 22.24 from the property line. On the southern perimeter of the property there
will be a wall separating the property from the alley.
There is a 15-foot-wide one-way access entering and exiting the property from Allis
Street (circular driveway), with the flow of traffic entering closest to the southern
property line. Each unit has a one -car garage, with one (1) extra parking space for
each unit, providing two (2) spaces per unit.
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ITEM NO.: 16 (Cont.)
FILE NO.: Z-10173
Staff is supportive of the requested rezoning. Staff feels the request is
reasonable. Staff feels that the applicant is proposing a quality plan for the
development of this site. Properties in the general area contain a mixture of zoning
and uses including residential low and mixed urban use. The proposed four-plex
residential development will serve as a good transitional use between W. 12tn
Street, a minor arterial roadway, and the residential properties to the south. Staff
feels that the development of this property will have no adverse effect on the
surrounding properties in the general area
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit subject to compliance
with the comments and conditions noted in paragraphs D, E, and F and the staff
analysis of the agenda staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (AUGUST 14, 2025)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. Staff
presented the item, and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the "staff
analysis" above. The item remained on the Consent Agenda for Approval. The vote
was (11) ayes, (0) nays and (0) absent. The motion passed. The application was
approved.
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ITEM NO.: 17 FILE NO.: Z-10128-A
NAME: Orndorff #1 — PD-R
LOCATION: SEC of E. 21st Street & Bragg Street
DEVELOPER:
Mike Orndorff
609 E. 16th Street
Little Rock, AR 72202
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
GarNat Engineering (Agent)
PO Box 116
Bryant, AR 72015
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
GarNat Engineering
PO Box 116
Bryant, AR 72015
AREA: 0.16 acre
WARD: 1
NUMBER OF LOTS: 5
PLANNING DISTRICT: 8
CURRENT ZONING: R-4
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
CENSUS TRACT: 46
The applicant is proposing to rezone a 0.16 acre site from R-4 to PD-R. The
property is proposed to be replatted into five (5) separate lots that will contain a 5-
unit, attached multi -family residential development. The applicant will not reside
on the property and intends to market each unit for lease/sale in the future.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
Properties surrounding the site contain a mixture of zoning and uses in all
directions.
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ITEM NO.: 17 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10128-A
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
All owners of property located within 300 feet of the site and all neighborhood
associations registered with the City of Little Rock were notified of the public
hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS [PLANNING DIVISION]:
1. Drives may not exceed 40% of the lot width.
2. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-
4817 or at 501-918-5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way
prior to placement of concrete or asphalt or for on -site clarification of
requirements prior to commencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal
of any improperly placed concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or
contractor.
3. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works
Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or
for more information.
4. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations
of construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by
the responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS): No comments.
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority:
1. Please submit plans to evaluate sewer capacity
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
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Central Arkansas Water:
1. All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for
water service must be met.
2. 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.
3. 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 Little Rock Fire Department is
required.
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. Due to the nature of this facility, installation of an approved reduced pressure
zone backflow preventer assembly (RPZ) is required on the domestic water
service. This assembly must be installed prior to the first point of use. Central
Arkansas Water (CAW) 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 CAW. The test results must
be sent to CAW'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.
6. Fire sprinkler systems which do not contain additives such as antifreeze shall
be isolated with a double detector check valve assembly. If additives are used,
a reduced pressure zone backflow preventer shall be required.
Fire Department:
1. Full Plan Review
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Building Codes:
As per 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Volume III R302.1(1) Single Family
Dwellings have the following requirements when dealing with Dwellings that are
closer than 7' from the property line: If the soffit assembly extends inside of 5' from
the property line, it must be constructed with fire treated materials. 5/8" Type "X"
Drywall, stucco, fire treated plywood or some other fire treated material on
underside of the soffit, fire treated fascia, elimination of soffit vents and gable vents
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and crawl space vents on the affected portion of the wall. Note: Vents must be
relocated to ensure proper venting of the attic space.
Exceptions to this are to fire block this section of the exterior wall
from the top plate to the underside of the roof decking and to fire
caulk the blocking at all joints.
Townhomes require installation as per posted document on LR.gov.
a. Townhouse Construction as per City of Littlerock and 2021 AFPC
Townhouse Construction Requirements for the City of Little Rock, Arkansas
Framing Requirements:
a. All Townhomes shall be constructed with 2-Hour Fire Barrier Wall extending
through the roof and exterior walls or from the slab to the roof deck and front
walls with a 1-Hour extension on both sides of the wall for 48" on the walls
and 48" on the roof structure.
i. Doors must be fire rated if they are installed in the wall.
ii. Overhead doors are not allowed to be installed in the fire rated wall
section listed above.
b. 2-Hour Fire Barrier Walls shall be independently constructed from all roof
and floor loads and must remain standing throughout a fire event. No
framing members are allowed to pass through the fire wall.
c. No power, gas, sewer, water, phone, security wiring, is allowed to be
installed in the 2-Hour fire barrier walls. No exceptions.
d. 2-Hour wall must extend out into the soffit to the back of the sub -fascia and
down to the bottom of the soffit.
e. Soffit Vents must be broken 48" from each side of the 2-hour fire barrier
wall.
f. Ridge Vents must be broken 48" from each side of the 2-hour fire barrier
wall.
2. Utilities:
g. Electrical
i. Separate Electrical Services are required. Each unit must have its
own separate electric meter and disconnecting means on the outside
of the unit.
ii. No electrical allowed in 2-hour fire barrier walls.
h. Water
i. A single water meter is allowed but water must enter each unit from
the outside with a water box / valve / union assembly before entering
the unit.
ii. Each unit requires its own water heater.
i. Sanitary Sewer
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i. A single sanitary sewer service is allowed in units that are leased to
the occupants.
ii. Each unit individually owned must have its own sanitary sewer
service.
iii. Each unit individually owned where the yard is also owned must have
its own individual sanitary service on the property under ownership.
iv. Cleanouts required at the entry and exit from the building.
Natural Gas
i. A single natural gas meter is allowed in buildings that are leased to
the occupants or units where the building unit is owned but not the
yard.
ii. Gas Service must enter each unit from the outside and have a shutoff
on the outside of each unit.
iii. Each unit individually owned where the yard is also owned must have
its own natural gas service meter and service. Services must be
contained within each individual yard.
k. HVAC
i. All units must have their own designated HVAC System. No sharing
within the overall building or yard area.
NOTE: A site utility plan is required for all townhouse construction.
NOTE: Townhouse construction requires separately derived utility services for
Electrical, Water, Sanitary Sewer, Natural Gas and HVAC with all systems
contained in front / back yard building lines extending to a shared utility easement.
NOTE: If Townhouse Units cannot comply with utility requirements they are
classified as condominiums and are required to have fire sprinkler installations
throughout and are allowed to be separated by 1-hour fire walls.
Landscape: No comments received.
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division:
The request is in the Central City Planning District, District 8. The development
principles for this district include encouraging infill development, encouraging
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neighborhood oriented commercial uses; and improving street and drainage
facilities. The Land Use Plan shows Residential Low (RL) density use for the
requested area. The Residential Low (RL) density use category provides for single
family homes at densities not to exceed 6 dwelling units per acre. Such residential
development is typically characterized by conventional single family homes but
may also include patio or garden homes and cluster homes, provided that the
density remains less than 6 units per acre. The application is for a Planned
Development -Residential.
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August 14, 2025
ITEM NO.: 17 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10128-A
To the east, south and west of the application is Residential Low (RL) use
characterized by single-family homes, with four vacant lots to the south. Across E
21 st Street to the north is an area of Mixed Use (MX) use with a vacant hotel. The
Mixed Use (MX) category provides for a mixture of residential, office and
commercial uses to occur.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
Master Street Plan:
E. 21 st Street and Bragg Street are designated as Local street on the Master
Street Plan. Local Streets are roads designed to provide access to adjacent
property with the movement of traffic being a secondary purpose. The standard
Right-of-way is 50'. Sidewalks are required on one side. This street may require
dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements.
E. 21 st Street and Bragg Street, at this location, have approximate right-of-ways of
60 feet. Currently, on -street parking is allowed on both sides of the E. 21 st and
Bragg Street.
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ITEM NO.: 17 (Cont.) _ _ FILE NO.: Z-10128-A
Master Street Plan for Z-10128-A
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570 1,140 Feet
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Scale: 1:2,500
Bicvcle Plan:
E. 21 st Street and Bragg Street are not shown on the Master Bike Plan with
existing or proposed facilities in this area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The subject site is across E. 21st Street from the Red Carpet Inn (PU8884), located
at 2020 Vance Street. The Red Carpet Inn was constructed in 1974 and listed on
the National Register of Historic Places on January 6, 2025. Designed by White,
Pillert and Associates in the International style, the structure is significant for its
role in African American history. It was built as the largest venture undertaken by
a Black business group in Arkansas and organized by Dr. Jewell, a progressive
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17 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10128-A
political leader trying to offer a better avenue for his constituents in a still -racially
divided post -Civil Rights South. The Historic Preservation Plan advocates for
increased effectiveness and coordination with the review of development plans.
Staff advocates that the proposed rehabilitation of the site consider its potential
adverse impacts to adjacent historic sites. Staff finds the infill proposal will not
adversely affect the existing historic fabric and context of the area.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant is proposing to rezone a 0.16 acre site from R-4 to PD-R. The
property is proposed to be replatted into five (5) separate lots that will'contain a 5-
unit, attached multi -family residential development. The applicant will not reside
on the property and intends to market each unit for lease/sale in the future.
Properties surrounding the site contain a mixture of zoning and uses in all
directions.
The building will contain five (5), two-story, single-family units. Each unit will be
1,320 square feet in area with a patio along the north property line facing E. 21 st
Street.
Section 36-502 requires one (1) parking space for each unit for the proposed
development. The applicant's response to required off-street parking states "lots
are wide enough to support street parking." Staff does not support the parking
plan and suggests that the applicant provide off-street parking as required by code.
The site plan shows the building will have a twenty-one (21) foot setback from the
west property line, eight (8) feet from the east property line, five (5) feet from the
north property line and ten (10) feet from the south property line.
The building shall not exceed thirty-five (35) feet in height.
The applicant notes typical building materials will include asphalt shingles, a brick
fagade with the three (3) sides being vinyl siding.
The applicant did not provide a response to staff regarding the maintenance of
common areas, if any, and required landscaping on the property.
The applicant notes that a dumpster will not be placed on the site for trash
collection and that standard city trash pick-up be utilized. If a dumpster is placed
on the site at any time in the future, it must be screened and comply with Section
36-523 of the City's Zoning Ordinance.
Site lighting must be low-level and directed away from adjacent properties
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ITEM NO.: 17 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10128-A
The applicant is not proposing any signs at this time. Any future signs placed on
the property must comply with Section 36-551 of the City's Zoning Ordinance
(signs permitted in residential one — and two — family zones).
Staff does not support the proposed PD-R rezoning. Although the proposed
development will not be out of character with the development pattern in the area,
staff feels that the proposed site development is overdeveloped in a manner that
will not allow the development to comply with off-street parking typically required
by code. Although the parking plan will create a minor increase in traffic, staff feels
that the proposed parking plan may have an adverse impact on the surrounding
properties, general city services and emergency vehicles that may need to access
property along the right of way.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends denial of the requested PD-R rezoning.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (AUGUST 14, 2025)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. The
applicant presented their proposal for a 5-unit, attached multi -family residential
development. The Commission raised concerns of the trash storage for each unit.
After some discussion there was a motion at the request of the Planning
Commission to defer the application until the September 11, 2025 Planning
Commission meeting so that a revised site plan could be provided. The applicant
agreed. There was a second. The vote was (10) ayes, (0) nays and (1) absent.
The motion passed. The application was deferred until September 11, 2025.
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ITEM NO.: 1
NAME: Orndorff #2 — PD-R
LOCATION: SWC of E. 15th Street & Hanger Street
DEVELOPER:
Mike Orndorff
609 E. 16th Street
Little Rock, AR 72202
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
GarNat Engineering (Agent)
PO Box 116
Bryant, AR 72015
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
GarNat Engineering
PO Box 116
Bryant, AR 72015
AREA: 0.16 acre NUMBER OF LOTS: 2
WARD: 1 PLANNING DISTRICT: 7
CURRENT ZONING: R-4
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
FILE NO.: Z-10181
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
CENSUS TRACT: 46
The applicant is proposing to rezone a 0.11 acre site from R-4 to PD-R. The subject
property is proposed to be replatted into two (2) separate lots. The developer will
build a single-family dwelling on Lot 12R2 and a second single-family residence
on Lot 12R1. The applicant will not reside on the property and intends to market
both residences for sale/lease in the future.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
Properties surrounding the site contain a mixture of zoning and uses in all
directions.
FILE NO.: Z-10181
't Rc-r a, " . NOTIFICATIONS:
fR.,��� ,of property located within 300 feet of the site and all neighborhood
rt.�::~xr► �rtistered -'with the City of Little Rock were notified of the public
f7�s14"GA `XOMMENTS (PLANNING DIVISION):
Tot exceed 40% of the lot width.'
'30=43the driveways shall be 5ft of the property line.
3, t;_--Qt-rPt,:as ling and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-
f''8-5348 for'inspections of any work in the public right-of-way
iar!,t+:',.pII_6ement,of concrete or asphalt or for on -site clarification of
eq u.J,rernects' prior totommencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal
of any :Ji-nproperly placed concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or
.. ; s.txi;Eli� ;;' of c,0.t and/or file material on or off project sites over municipal streets
re,gtdre.--approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works
raff�c Inrair>seering:at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or
•,;;> -more ir,I, .prnation.
and. private property due to hauling operations or operations
of car#stru-ction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by
thEe're-svponsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
ENGINE COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS)No comments.
.. U TILMESII"fK- &-DEPAR TMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
L;tI,I . o sc z 'r Reclamation Authorit : No comments.
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AT & 'T:- .gd,�wmeats received.
��e:�:r�l �Ar���€�s��.4� •Water::: .
1. AII--C'entral-Arkahsas, Water, requirements in effect at the time of request for
,,!v a r- -s.er&b-,. must. be' met.
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ITEM NO.: 18 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10181
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
All owners of property located within 300 feet of the site and all neighborhood
associations registered with the City of Little Rock were notified of the public
hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PLANNING DIVISION):
1. Drives may not exceed 40% of the lot width.
2. Per City Code 30-43 the driveways shall be 5ft of the property line.
3. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-
4817 or at 501-918-5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way
prior to placement of concrete or asphalt or for on -site clarification of
requirements prior to commencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal
of any improperly placed concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or
contractor.
4. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works
Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or
for more information.
5. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations
of construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by
the responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
GINEERING COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS): No comments.
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: No comments.
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water:
1. All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for
water service must be met.
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ITEM NO.: 18 (Cont.) _ FILE NO.: Z-10181
2. 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.
Fire Department:
1. Full Plan Review
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Building Codes:
As per 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Volume III R302.1(1) Single Family
Dwellings have the following requirements when dealing with Dwellings that are
closer than 7' from the property line: If the soffit assembly extends inside of 5'
from the property line, it must be constructed with fire treated materials. 5/8"
Type "X" Drywall, stucco, fire treated plywood or some other fire treated material
on underside of the soffit, fire treated fascia, elimination of soffit vents and gable
vents and crawl space vents on the affected portion of the wall. Note: Vents
must be relocated to ensure proper venting of the attic space.
Exceptions to this are to fire block this section of the exterior
wall from the top plate to the underside of the roof decking
and to fire caulk the blocking at all joints.
Landscape: No comments received.
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division:
Land Use Plan:
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ITEM NO.: 18 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10181
The request is in the 1-30 Planning District, District 7. The development principles
in this district seek to stabilize existing residential areas. The Land Use Plan shows
Residential Medium Density (RM) use for the requested area. The Residential
Future Land Use Plan for Z-10181
0 275 550 1,100 Feet N
Scale: 1:2.500
Medium Density (RM) use category accommodates a broad range of housing
types including single family attached, single family detached, duplex, town homes,
multi -family and patio or garden homes. Any combination of these and possibly
other housing types may fall in this category provided that the density is between
six (6) and twelve (12) dwelling units per acre. The application is for a Planned
District -Residential (PD-R).
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ITEM NO.: 18 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10181
The area surrounding the site is designated for Residential Medium (RM) density
use and is characterized by single-family, duplex, and triplex residential structures
as well as vacant residential lots.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
Master Street Plan:
E. 15t" Street is a Collector on the Master Street Plan. Collectors are designed to
connect traffic from Local Streets to Arterials or to activity centers, with the
secondary function of providing access to adjoining property. The standard Right
of way is 60'. Sidewalks are required on one side of Collectors. This street may
require dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements.
Hanger Street is a Local Street on the Master Street Plan. Local Streets are roads
designed to provide access to adjacent property with the movement of traffic being
a secondary purpose. The standard Right-of-way is 50'. Sidewalks are required on
one side. This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street
improvements.
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ITEM NO.: 18 (Cont.
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Bicycle Plan:
E. 15th Street and Hanger Street are not shown on the Master Bike Plan with
existing or proposed facilities in this area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
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ITEM NO.: 18 (Cont.
H. ANALYSIS:
FILE NO.: Z-10181
The applicant is proposing to rezone a 0.11 acre site from R-4 to PD-R. The subject
property is proposed to be replatted into two (2) separate lots. The developer will
build a single-family dwelling on Lot 12R2 and a second single-family residence
on Lot 12R1. The applicant will not reside on the property and intends to market
both residences for sale/lease in the future.
Properties surrounding the site contain a mixture of zoning and uses in all
directions.
Lot 12R2 is 2,986 square feet in area. Setbacks for the proposed residence are
shown as fifteen (15) feet from the front property line, 11.7 feet from the rear
property line, and more than five (5) feet from the side property lines.
The proposed residence will be 1,200 square feet in area.
Lot 12R1 is shown as 1,876 square feet in area. Setbacks for the proposed
residence are shown as five (5) feet from the front and rear property lines, more
than five (5) feet from the west property line and more than eleven (11) feet from
the east property line.
The proposed residence will be 808 square feet in area.
Both structures shall not exceed thirty-five (35) feet in height.
Section 36-502 requires one (1) parking space for each residence. The site plan
shows a twenty-three (23) foot wide, shared access drive extending from E. 15tn
Street, that will be utilized for off-street parking for both units. Staff feels the
parking is sufficient to serve the proposed use.
The applicant notes both dwelling units will be constructed with TPO (thermoplastic
polyolefin) roofs and brick exteriors.
.Any future signage must comply with Section 36-551 of the City's Zoning
Ordinance (signs permitted in residential one — and two — family zones).
Site lighting must be low-level and directed away from adjacent properties.
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ITEM NO.: 18 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10181
To Staffs knowledge, there are no outstanding issues associated with this
application. Staff feels that the proposed development is an appropriate use for the
subject property. Staff feels the proposed development will not be out of character
with the development pattern within the area. Properties in the general area
contain a mixture of residential zoning and uses. Although there will be a minor
increase in traffic, staff feels the proposed development will not have an adverse
impact on the surrounding properties.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested PD-R rezoning, subject to
compliance with the comments and conditions outlined in paragraphs D, E and F,
and the staff analysis, of the agenda staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(AUGUST 14, 2025)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. Staff
presented the item, and a recommendation of approval as outlined in the "staff
analysis" above. The item remained on the Consent Agenda for Approval. The vote
was (11) ayes, (0) nays and (0) absent. The motion passed. The application was
approved.
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ITEM NO.: 19 FILE NO.: Z-10182
NAME: Orndorff #3 — PD-R
LOCATION: Immediately North of 1508 Hanger Street
DEVELOPER:
Mike Orndorff
609 E. 16th Street
Little Rock, AR 72202
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
GarNat Engineering (Agent)
PO Box 116
Bryant, AR 72015
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
GarNat Engineering
PO Box 116
Bryant, AR 72015
AREA: 0.16 acre NUMBER OF LOTS: 2
WARD: 1 PLANNING DISTRICT: 7
CURRENT ZONING: R-4
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
CENSUS TRACT: 46
The applicant proposes to rezone the property from R-4 to PD-R. The subject
property is proposed to be replatted into two (2) separate lots. The developer will
build a two-story, attached single-family residence on each lot. The applicant will
not reside on the property and intends to market both residences for sale/lease in
the future.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
Properties surrounding the site contain a mixture of zoning and uses in all
directions.
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ITEM NO.- 1.9 _(Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10182
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
All owners of property located within 300 feet of the site and all neighborhood
associations registered with the City of Little Rock were notified of the public
hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PLANNING DIVISION
1. Drive may not exceed 40% of the lot width.
2. Per City Code 30-43 the driveways shall be 5ft of the property line.
3. Drives would best be served split.
4. Alley must meet alley standard and if not must be improved to do so.
5. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-
4817 or at 501-918-5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way
prior to placement of concrete or asphalt or for on -site clarification of
requirements prior to commencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal
of any improperly placed concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or
contractor.
6. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works
Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or
for more information.
7. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations
of construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by
the responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS): No comments.
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: No comments.
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
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ITEM NO.: 19_(Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10182
Central Arkansas Water:
1. All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for
water service must be met.
Fire Department:
1. Full plan review.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Building Codes:
As per 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Volume III R302.1(1) Single Family
Dwellings have the following requirements when dealing with Dwellings that are
closer than 7' from the property line: If the soffit assembly extends inside of 5' from
the property line, it must be constructed with fire treated materials. 5/8" Type "X"
Drywall, stucco, fire treated plywood or some other fire treated material on
underside of the soffit, fire treated fascia, elimination of soffit vents and gable vents
and crawl space vents on the affected portion of the wall. Note: Vents must be
relocated to ensure proper venting of the attic space.
Exceptions to this are to fire block this section of the exterior wall from
the top plate to the underside of the roof decking and to fire caulk the
blocking at all joints.
A duplex must have a one hour rated wall between units to the roof
deck or extending to the ceiling and then going across the ceiling of
the units to the outside wall.
Landscape: No comments received.
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division:
The request is in the 1-30 Planning District, District 7. The development principles
in this district seek to stabilize existing residential areas. The Land Use Plan shows
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ITEM NO.: 19 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10182
Future Land Use Plan for Z-10182
0 275 550 1,100 Feet N
Scale: 1:2,500
Residential Medium (RM) density use for the requested area. The Residential
Medium (RM) density use category accommodates a broad range of housing types
including single family attached, single family detached, duplex, town homes,
multi -family and patio or garden homes. Any combination of these and possibly
other housing types may fall in this category provided that the density is between
six (6) and twelve (12) dwelling units per acre. The application is for a Planned
District -Residential (PD-R).