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Spakes, Sarah B
From:Marc Nixon <mnixon@hosto.com>
Sent:Tuesday, September 2, 2025 11:30 AM
To:Ratzlaff, Hannah K.
Cc:Spakes, Sarah B
Subject:RE: COA Application: 913 McMath Ave
Attachments:Cover letter2.pdf; COA Application.pdf; 25-0721 913 McMath Progress Set - WITH
SITE.pdf; Photos of Site.pdf
Categories:COA/COC
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Good Morning Hannah and Sarah,
Please find attached 1 of 2 emails with application attachments.
1. Cover letter
2. COA application
3. Progress set Includes: List of Materials, setbacks, elevations etc.
4. Updated Photos of the site
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thanks,
Marc
From: Ratzlaff, Hannah K. <hratzlaff@littlerock.gov>
Sent: Wednesday, August 27, 2025 4:54 PM
To: Marc Nixon <mnixon@hosto.com>
Cc: Spakes, Sarah B <SSpakes@littlerock.gov>
Subject: RE: COA & Pre-Application: 913 McMath Ave
Good afternoon, Marc,
Hope you are doing well. Following up to see if you have any questions about the submittal documents
listed below and if you still intend to move forward with this project within the next few months. The next
filing deadline is September 2nd, to be heard at the October 2nd public hearing.
I’m cc’ing Sarah Spakes on our correspondence, as she is our new Long Range & Preservation Planner
and will be managing the COA process moving forward. I will still be involved in the process. Please
include us both in any future correspondence.
Thanks,
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Hannah Ratzlaff
Planning Manager
Department of Planning and Development
O: 501-371-4789
hratzlaff@littlerock.gov
From: Ratzlaff, Hannah K.
Sent: Monday, July 21, 2025 1:31 PM
To: Marc Nixon <mnixon@hosto.com>
Subject: RE: COA & Pre-Application: 913 McMath Ave
Good afternoon, Marc,
I have received the updated plans for your project. The next filing deadline is August 4 th to be heard at the
September 4th HDC public hearing. I’ve reattached the Certificate of Appropriateness application packet.
It is a fillable pdf. The construction of a commercial building is considered new construction and requires
the filing of a Certificate of Appropriateness Application, the submission of a filing fee ($100), the
completion of public notice requirements, and submission of supporting documentation, as outlined in
the COA instructions in the application packet. In addition to the filing fee, you will need to submit the
below:
Updated Cover Letter (unless you would like to use the one submitted to the DRC)
COA Application (page 5 of the application packet)
Photos of the existing site in its current conditions
Updated site plan with the full property and associated proposed setbacks shown
List of proposed materials with product information
Proof of ownership
Thanks,
Hannah Ratzlaff
Planning Manager
Department of Planning and Development
O: 501-371-4789
hratzlaff@littlerock.gov
From: Marc Nixon <mnixon@hosto.com>
Sent: Monday, July 21, 2025 12:10 PM
To: Ratzlaff, Hannah K. <hratzlaff@littlerock.gov>
Subject: RE: COA & Pre-Application: 913 McMath Ave
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Hannah,
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Please find attached the updated plans. I know I missed the July 7, deadline. When is the next filing
deadline. Would like to submit as soon as possible.
Thanks,
Marc
Marc Nixon
Commercial & Residential Agent
Haybar Real Estate
Haybarrealestate.com
mnixon@hosto.com
501-944-1096
From: Ratzlaff, Hannah K. <hratzlaff@littlerock.gov>
Sent: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 5:20 PM
To: Marc Nixon <mnixon@hosto.com>
Subject: RE: COA & Pre-Application: 913 McMath Ave
Good afternoon, Marc,
Please see attached Design Review Committee comments from this afternoon’s Pre-Application
meeting. The next upcoming filing deadline is July 7th (see attached calendar) and required submittal
documents and filing fee must be submitted by EOD for that deadline to be scheduled for the August 7 th
Historic District Commission public hearing. I’ve attached the COA application packet here, containing
instructions on required submittals, public notification requirements, and affidavit (if a representative is
utilized). I’ve attached a few examples of new commercial infill development within the district.
To summarize, in general, from what I heard from the Design Review Committee regarding the
conceptual design, staff advises:
The elevation facing McMath Avenue address McMath directly
o Potential through the extension of the east corner “tower” north into the parking area with
a storefront entrance facing McMath with a connected pedestrian path from the sidewalk.
Consider a darker color for the storefront system, such as bronze or black anodized aluminum,
rather than bright metal
Consider reducing the height of the CMU (?) bases along the facades to around 3 feet.
Include signage into the application for tenants you have secured to consolidate regulatory
processes.
Remove lighting along the “cornice” of the towers.
Consider using red/auburn brick veneer for the primary cladding.
If the “cornices” are retained and utilized for the tower design, consider apply the brick veneer
along the middle section.
o Or consider re-thinking this architectural element in general.
Apply the primary brick veneer to the southern elevation.
Consider increasing the landscaping along the northwest corner to further hide the parking
viewable from McMath.
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Please let me know how I can be of further assistance to you in this process. Once you submit the
updated site plan, I’d be happy to provide it to our zoning review and engineering teams to call out any
additional considerations.
Thanks,
Hannah Ratzlaff
Planning Manager
Department of Planning and Development
O: 501-371-4789
hratzlaff@littlerock.gov
From: Marc Nixon <mnixon@hosto.com>
Sent: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 11:22 AM
To: Ratzlaff, Hannah K. <hratzlaff@littlerock.gov>
Subject: RE: COA & Pre-Application: 913 McMath Ave
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Hannah,
Please find attached.
Thanks,
From: Ratzlaff, Hannah K. <hratzlaff@littlerock.gov>
Sent: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 10:51 AM
To: Marc Nixon <mnixon@hosto.com>
Subject: RE: COA & Pre-Application: 913 McMath Ave
Good morning, Marc,
Did you have any additional submittal documents to bring to the Pre-Application meeting this afternoon?
If so, feel free to provide those via email so we can have them pulled up digitally for the discussion.
Thanks,
Hannah Ratzlaff
Planning Manager
Department of Planning and Development
O: 501-371-4789
hratzlaff@littlerock.gov
From: Ratzlaff, Hannah K.
Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 3:40 PM
To: Marc Nixon <mnixon@hosto.com>
Subject: RE: COA & Pre-Application: 913 McMath Ave
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Marc,
Thank you for the clarification.
As you move forward with the Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) process, please note that detailed
architectural drawings of each elevation will be required at the time of your formal application
submission. Without these, the application will be considered incomplete.
If these drawings are not available by the Pre-Application meeting, the Design Review Committee may
have difficulty providing thorough advisement and will likely ask detailed questions about each elevation.
Additionally, we recommend including a more specific list of materials—such as the specific brick
veneer product as well as the storefront and opening systems—to ensure clarity and assist in the review
process.
Please understand that these comments are intended to support and strengthen your application,
helping it move more smoothly through the review process.
Thanks,
Hannah Ratzlaff
Planning Manager
Department of Planning and Development
O: 501-371-4789
hratzlaff@littlerock.gov
From: Marc Nixon <mnixon@hosto.com>
Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 3:13 PM
To: Ratzlaff, Hannah K. <hratzlaff@littlerock.gov>
Subject: RE: COA & Pre-Application: 913 McMath Ave
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Good deal. Thanks Hannah,
The tallest point is 28’-0” with the lower height being 20’4”. The exterior building materials are precast veneer,
brick, stucco (the top plat section on the tall “towers”), and metal coping.
Thanks,
Marc Nixon
Commercial & Residential Agent
Haybar Real Estate
Haybarrealestate.com
mnixon@hosto.com
501-944-1096
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From: Ratzlaff, Hannah K. <hratzlaff@littlerock.gov>
Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 3:10 PM
To: Marc Nixon <mnixon@hosto.com>
Subject: RE: COA & Pre-Application: 913 McMath Ave
Good afternoon, Marc,
I’ve received your pre-application meeting form and submittal documents. I’ve got you scheduled for the
next available Pre-Application Meeting, June 18th at 3 PM, located at the Department of Planning &
Development, 723 W. Markham. I will send a calendar invite out shortly. Feel free to forward this
calendar invite to additional attendees.
With a preliminary review of the documents you provided, there a couple items that would be helpful for
the Pre-App meeting. Please see below:
Scaled drawings for each elevation
List of proposed materials
Thanks,
Hannah Ratzlaff
Planning Manager
Department of Planning and Development
O: 501-371-4789
hratzlaff@littlerock.gov
From: Marc Nixon <mnixon@hosto.com>
Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 10:18 AM
To: Ratzlaff, Hannah K. <hratzlaff@littlerock.gov>
Subject: RE: COA & Pre-Application: 913 McMath Ave
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Hannah,
Please find attached the application for pre-application review.
And supporting documents. Please let me know that this is received.
Thanks,
Marc
Marc Nixon
Commercial & Residential Agent
Haybar Real Estate
Haybarrealestate.com
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mnixon@hosto.com
501-944-1096
From: Ratzlaff, Hannah K. <hratzlaff@littlerock.gov>
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 4:33 PM
To: Marc Nixon <mnixon@hosto.com>
Subject: COA & Pre-Application: 913 McMath Ave
Good afternoon, Marc,
Thank you for your call this afternoon regarding your property generally encompassing Lot 5 and Lot 6 of the
Masonic Addition, previously addressed at 913 McMath. The property is within the MacArthur Park Local
Ordinance Historic District. The goal of the local ordinance district is to protect and preserve the unique and
valued qualities of such an area, its urban design, architectural character, and historic materials in buildings and
in landscapes. A property owner in this district is subject to the rules and regulations as set forth by the City of
Little Rock ordinances, Municipal Code Chapter 23, Sec. 76-160, that is based on Arkansas State law. Any exterior
renovation of structures, additions, fencing, or other site features requires the issuance of a Certificate of
Appropriateness either administratively approved by staƯ or reviewed by the Little Rock Historic District
Commission at their regularly monthly public meetings.
For more information about the Historic District Commission and the MacArthur Park Design Guidelines, please
visit the City’s website: www.littlerock.gov
Click on Government > Planning & Development
Click on Boards & Commissions
Scroll down to Historic District Commission
In this section, you will find information regarding the HDC, the design guidelines, the application process, and
other resources.
The construction of a commercial building is considered new construction and requires the filing of a Certificate of
Appropriateness Application(COA) (attached), the submission of a filing fee ($100), the completion of public
notice requirements, and submission of supporting documentation, as outlined in the COA instructions in the
application packet. The application for new construction also requires a Pre-Application meeting with the Design
Review Committee, a subcommittee of the Historic District Commission. To begin, the process, you will need to
submit a Pre-Application Meeting form (attached) with all requested submittal documents outlined in the
instructions. The next Pre-Application Meeting is scheduled for June 18th at 3:00 PM at the Planning & Development
Department at 723 W. Markham, Little Rock, AR, 72201 and would place your application on track to be heard at
the August 7th Historic District Commission public hearing.
Please make sure the description provided in the Pre-Application form is reflective of the full scope of work for this
project. You are welcome to provide these documents via email.
Lastly, as a resource to property owners, Planning & Development staƯ have created an interactive map of the
district using GIS technology for property owners and residents to access key information regarding each structure
and historic site as well as get up-to-date information on recently approved and active COA permits: MacArthur
Park Historic District Interactive Map.
Please contact staƯ with any questions. Thanks,
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Hannah Ratzlaff
Planning Manager
Department of Planning and Development
O: 501-371-4789
hratzlaff@littlerock.gov