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Home My WebLink Aboutpc_10 09 2025LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION SUMMARY AND MINUTE RECORD October 9, 2025 l" - L Roll Call and Finding of a Quorum A Quorum was present there being eleven (9) members present. Members Present: Members Absent: City Attorney: Joshua Baxter Norman Hodges Michael Vickers Todd Hart Jimmy Brown Ahmed Samad Kelvin Trimble Steven Person Jeremiah Russell Alicia McDonald Andre Benard II Cameron Bowden III. Approval of the Minutes of the September 11, 2025, Meeting of the Little Rock Planning Commission. The Minutes were approved as presented. " N Z , g N r o o r r t C E 06 CD cu v r r7 F r� r F0 W W J } OV OqU N❑ ❑ 3 W N C-r� W`� Jfp W SL. J — W ❑ 7 in W m❑ F Z N N Z ❑ �OLL Oro S 7H �❑I- Q�❑� mUlOm ❑ 1L V � fn � �rzQ r W W 0 W �o QS200y �� O� W 2� K0QQ fp n o L H W 1' Z VZ Z VZ W U Z J N J J N c W O QQWWto N m F Q O � II N > Q Q OJ W W H W= J NN W p=IL K W o`> a �� N v Q Q �MM m W>bN� m NN W haW fnU ZU� MN W O�ImN� N � �m��vm in �Eme-cowo� Ma��o�wrnN d' LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA October 9, 2025 I. OLD BUSINESS: Item Number: File Number: Title: 1. Z-10166 Lahaini Group Event Center— PI 8101 Interstate 30 2. S-2002 Cottages at Carter Lane — Preliminary Plat 4209 Carter Lane 3. Z-10189 A&S Rental Properties — STR-2 — PD-C 2910 S. Broadway Street li. NEW BUSINESS: Item Number: File Number: Title: 4. Z-10202 Heru Duplex — Conditional Use Permit 2200 Valmar Street 5. Z-10203 Pulaski Heights Baptist Church — Conditional Use Permit 2200 Kavanaugh Boulevard 6. Z-9600-A Jackson Daycare — Conditional Use Permit 6824 Fairfield Drive 7, Z-10209 Baptist Prep — Conditional Use Permit 8401 Ranch Boulevard 8. Z-10210 Ward Event Center — Conditional Use Permit 5507 Ranch Drive 9, Z-10193 Rezoning from R-2 to R7-A East side of the 8200 Block of Jamison Road 10. LUP2025-19-01 Chenal Planning District — Land Use Plan Amendment from T, RL & PK/OS to C & PK/OS SE, NE & NW corners of Cantrell Road and LaMarche Drive 10.1 Z-10208 Rezoning from R-2 & POD to 0-2, C-3 & OS North & South sides of Cantrell Road at Lamarche Drive Page Two NEW BUSINESS (Cont.) Item Number: File Number: Title: 11. Z-6841-F Hunsicker - PCD 600 N. Tyler Street 12. Z-10196 Wyatt — PD-C 3122 Marshall Street 13. Z-10150 Wyatt — PD-R 2802 & 2804 Marshall Street 14, Z-10201 Thomas Property Group — PD-R 2201 Rock Street 15. Z-10205 Paris Jewelry Store — PD-C 8505 Geyer Springs Road 16. Z-10207 Reyes — PCD 9200 Chicot Road III. SHORT TERM RENTALS: Item Number: File Number: Title: 17. Z-10195 Chinney — STR-1 — Special Use Permit 13515 Pleasant Forest Drive 18. Z-10204 Nark — STR-1 — Special Use Permit 515 E. 17' Street 19. Z-10192 LIRO Management — STR-2 — PD-C 112 W. 13t' Street 20. Z-10194 Chinney — STR-2 — PD-C 1919 W. 215t Street 21. 2026 Planning Commission Calendar October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 1 FILE NO.: Z-10166 NAME: Lahiani Group Event Center— PID LOCATION: 8101 Interstate 30 DEVELOPER: Lahiani Group Properties, LLC 8101 Interstate 30 Little Rock, AR 72209 OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT: Lahiani Group Properties, LLC (Owner/Applicant) SURVEYOR/ENGINEER: Brooks Surveying 20820 Arch Street Pike Hensley, AR 72065 AREA: 2.06 acres WARD: 2 CURRENT ZONING: 1-2 VARIANCENVAIVERS: None Requested. Staff Update: NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 PLANNING DISTRICT: 14 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF CENSUS TRACT: 41.07 The applicant submitted a letter to staff on June 13, 2025 requesting this application be deferred to the October 9, 2025 Agenda. Staff supports the deferral request. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTI (JULY 10, 2025) This item was deferred to the October 9, 2025 agenda at the request of the applicant. STAFF UPDATE: Staff has made several unsuccessful attempts to contact the applicant since the July 10, 2025 Planning Commission meeting. The applicant has failed to respond October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 1 FILE NO.: Z-10166 to issues raised by Staff during the review of the application. Staff recommends the application be deferred to the November 13, 2025 agenda. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (OCTOBER 9, 2025) The item was deferred to the November 13, 2025 agenda as the applicant failed to respond to staff comments. October 9, 2025 : 2 FILE NO.: S-2002 NAME: Cottage at Carter Lane — Preliminary Plat LOCATION: 4209 Carter Lane DEVELOPER: Carter Lane, LLP 24 Rahling Circle Little Rock, AR 72223 OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT: Carter Lane, LLP (Owner) Tim Daters (Agent) SURVEYOR/ENGINEER: White-Daters & Associat 24 Rahling Circle Little Rock, AR 72223 AREA: 5 acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 23 FT. NEW STREET: 800 LF WARD: 5 PLANNING DISTRICT: 19 CENSUS TRACT: 42.12 CURRENT ZONING: R-2 VARIANCEIWAIVERS: 1. Variance to allow reduced lot width for corner lots. 2. Variance to allow reduced street side buildina setbacks. STAFF UPDATE: Staff recommends this application be deferred to the November 13, 2025 agenda to allow the applicant additional time to meet with the Fire Department regarding the issue of secondary access. The deferral will not be charged to the applicant. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (OCTOBER 9, 2025) Item was deferred to the November 13, 2025 agenda to allow the applicant additional time to meet with the Fire Department. The deferral will not be charged to the applicant as it is staffs request. October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 3 NAME: A & S Rental Properties — STR-2 — PD-C LOCATION: 2910 S. Broadway Street DEVELOPER/OWNER: Stella Olum (Owner) 2724 Broadway Street Little Rock, AR 72206 SURVEYOR/ENGINEER: Brooks Surveying, Inc. 20820 Arch Street Pike Hensley, AR 72065 AREA:.29 acre WARD: 1 CURRENT ZONING: R-4 VARIANCENVAIVERS: None Requested. NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 PLANNING DISTRICT: 8 A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT: FILE NO.: Z-10189 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF CENSUS TRACT: 5 The applicant proposes to rezone a .29-acre property located at 2910 S Broadway Street from R-4 to a PD-C to allow use of the property as a Short -Term Rental with a maximum stay of twenty-nine (29) days. The owner will not reside in the residence. The entire structure will be rented as one unit. B. EXISTING CONDITIONS: The property is occupied by a 1,625 square foot, one story, single-family home. The property is located in the Central City Planning District. The Future Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density (RL) for the proposed area. The lot sits on the east side of a Cul de sac. There is an undeveloped lot to the south and all other adjacent contain are single-family residences. The property has a detached parking garage and enough driveway space for two additional vehicles. October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 3 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-10189 C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: 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): No comments. E. Utilities/Fire De artment/Parks/Count Plannin : Little Rock Water Reclamation Authorit : 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: Life Safety Inspection Landscape: No comments. F. Transportation/Planning: Rock Region Metro: No comments received. Plannb ❑ivis : The request is in the Central City Planning District, District 8. The development principles of the district include strengthening the existing development and better defining single family and nonresidential use areas. The Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density (RL) for the requested area, The Residential Low Density (RL) 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 PD-C for a STR 2. 6 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 3 (CONT. Future Land Use Plan for Z-10189 w 28TM•'�T�_ z; C, - W 29TH W 29TH I I� L. eve 11161- _ch N Z-101,8E A RL Z - RL a - Ej "--' ---t LJ ~W-30TH-ST + - _ W 33ST-ST `_ 1 W 315T-ST 0 225 450 900 Feet N Scale: 1:2,000 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 3 (CONT. FILE NO.: 7-101 Surrounding the application area is designated for Residential Low (RL) density uses and is characterized by single-family homes. This site is not located in an Overlay District. Master Street Plan for Z-10189 •z806 1 - j .2727 •2808 �801 2801 •�0 • 2801 • ■ a •2804 2818 815 2810 805 • r2819 • • 2-- 2822 817 816 .2809 2815 2823 •2820 4 ■�W W 775T • 2817 2827 2822.2.822 • • i 900 • •2821 ,2905 ' 2904 29371 • • - 2823 2909 '; �1 i 903 9001 2S1& • ■ •29i8 't. •291 a 917 w 906 q u N 2903 yy1 = 2919 Z-101 $ 9 O !� • 2905 21. 924 — 2910 2 i i L 921 02926 29Y9 .3001 •3000 ` - LU Y •3003 018 3 071 ■302' 3 015 ■3011 • 3023 r •3Q15 •30 W 31STrST •3021 • �3100 ■3023 �3019 026 51 ,4 4 4 •S104 0 ■3023 • • • • • • 0 2 �3108 • lljl 49I' �7 • _ =,3100 - U 3101' 3} 0 230 460 920 Feet N Scale: 1:2,000 4 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 3 (CONT. Master Street Plan: FILE NO.: Z-10189 S Broadway 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: S. Broadway 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. G. ANALYSIS: The applicant proposes to rezone a .29-acre property located at 2910 S Broadway Street from R-4 to a PD-C to allow use of the property as a Short -Term Rental with a maximum stay of twenty-nine (29) days. The owner will not reside in the residence. The entire structure will be rented as one unit. The property is occupied by a 1,625 square foot, one story, single-family home. The property is located in the Central City Planning District. The Future Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density (RL) for the proposed area. The lot sits on the east side of a Cul de sac. There is undeveloped lot to the south and all adjacent lots are single-family residences. The property has a detached parking garage and enough driveway space for two additional vehicles. On June 20, 2023, the City Board of Directors passed an ordinance regulating short-term rentals within the City of Little Rock. The new ordinance establishes "development standards" for short-term rentals. If approved, the applicant must comply with the newly established development standards as follows, in addition to all other requirements of the new ordinance: b.) Development Standards. Hosting of private parties and special events such as weddings, receptions, and other similar gatherings is not allowed in Short - Term Rentals. 2. Tours for a fee are not allowed to anyone other than an Occupant. 3. The Occupancy Fee may include any meal to be served to 5 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 3 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-10189 paying guests; no other meal service is permitted. 4. Allowable signage is that as permitted by the Single -Family Residential Standard. 5. Parking plan must be provided with permit application. Off - Street Standard for STRs shall be provided in accordance with Little Rock Arkansas Code, Chapter 36 36-54 (e) (1). If on - street parking is proposed as an alternative to meet the above requirements, parking must be available for guest use within 330 feet of the STR and parking plan must address neighborhood impact. If the STR is proposed within a Design Overlay District, any alternate parking requirements, as provided in Little Rock, Arkansas Rev. Code, Chapter 36. Zoning, Article V. District Regulations shall be applicable. 6. Applicants shall provide a scaled floor plan that includes all of the rooms available for rent with location of windows, doors, and smoke detectors identified. Smoke detectors (certified) are required in all sleeping areas, in every room in the path of the means of egress from the sleeping area to the exit, and in each story with sleeping unit, including basements. 7. All sleeping areas must have two (2) ways of egress, one of which can be an operable window. 8. Proof of homeowner's fire, hazard, and liability insurance. Liability coverage shall have limits of not less than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00) per occurrence. 9. All persons operating a Bed and Breakfast House/Short-Term Rental (Type I & 2) shall meet all applicable requirements of the City of Little Rock's Municipal Code, Chapter 12, Fire Prevention and Protection, Article Il. Arkansas Fire Prevention Code. Prior to use as a Bed and Breakfast House/Short-Term Rental (Type 1 & 2), the annual City of Little Rock, Building Code and Fire Marshal inspection fee must be paid, and payment of annual Business License received. 10. Smoke alarms shall be installed, all smoke alarms shall meet local and state standards (current Fire Code). Smoke alarms shall be installed in all sleeping areas and every room in the path of the means of egress from the sleeping area to the door leading from the sleeping unit. 11. Carbon monoxide detectors shall be installed as directed by City Staff if there are fuel -fired appliances in the unit or the unit has an attached garage. 12. Five (5)-pound ABC -type extinguisher shall be mounted where readily accessible. 13. No recreational vehicles, buses, or trailers shall be visible on the street or property in conjunction with the Bed and Breakfast 6 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 3 (CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-10189 House/Short-Term Rental use. 14. Principal renter shall beat least eighteen (18) years of age. 15. Maximum occupancy. Maximum occupancy of any room or structure as a whole shall be determined by the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code. 16. Simultaneous rental to more than one party under separate contracts shall not be allowed. 17. The owner shall not receive any compensation or remuneration to permit occupancy of a STR for a period of less than a one (1)-day rental. All trash pick-up shall comply with requirements for residential one —and two- family residential zones. There have been no Department of Planning & Development enforcement cases nor any police reports for this property. This property has been in operation as a Short -Term Rental since April of 2025. Currently the City of Little Rock Department of Planning and Development has one hundred and twenty-six (126) short-term rentals (STR-1 and STR-2) listed within the database for approved short-term rentals in the City of Little Rock. The City's new short-term rental ordinance allows a maximum of 500 short-term rentals within the corporate boundary of the City of Little Rock. Staff is supportive of the requested rezoning to PD-C with short-term rental as the desired use. Staff feels the rental will continue to create a diversity of housing options for this neighborhood There are several properties in the general area that contain R-4 zoning and uses. Staff feels that the rezoning of this property will have no adverse impact on the surrounding properties in the general area. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval PD-C rezoning, subject to compliance with the comments and conditions noted in paragraph E and the staff analysis, of the agenda staff report. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (SEPTEMBER 11, 2025) The item was deferred to the October 9, 2025 agenda due to issues with notifications. 7 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 3 (CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-10189 PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (OCTOBER 9, 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 (9) ayes, (0) nays and (2) absent. The motion passed. The application was approved. E:I October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 4 NAME: Heru Duplex — Conditional Use Permit LOCATION: 2200 Valmar Street DEVELOPER: Deja Heru 17 Sologne Circle Little Rock, AR 72223 OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT: Deja Heru (Owner/Applicant) SURVEYORIENGINEER: Brooks Surveying, Inc. 20820 Arch Street Pike Hensley, AR 72065 AREA: .16 acre l NTo CURRENT ZONING: R-3 NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 PLANNING DISTRICT: 9 FILE NO.: Z-10202 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF CENSUS TRACT: 12 A. ROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT: The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to allow the existing single- family residence at 2200 Valmar Street to be converted to a duplex. B. EXISTING CONDITIONS: The property is occupied by a one-story frame single-family residential structure. The property is located at the southwest corner of Valmar Street at W. 22"d Street. October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 4(Cont.)FILE NO.: Z-10202 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. 4. 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 from the building. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS): 1. Valmar St. is classified on the Master Street Plan as a residential street. A dedication of right-of-way 25 feet from centerline will be required. 2. A 20 feet radial dedication of right-of-way is required at the intersection of Valmar St. and 22"d St. 2 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 4 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-1 E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING: Little Rock Water Reclamation Authoritv: No comments. Entergy: No comments received. Summit Energy: 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 Comply with Arkansas Fire Prevention Code 2021 edition All projects submitted for zoning approval must comply with the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code, 2021 Edition, including any comments or requirements provided by the Little Rock Fire Marshal's Office, prior to acceptance. Maintain Access: Fire Hydrants. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders. Grade Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief. 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 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading. Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be 3 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 4 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10202 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. Fire Hydrants Locate Fire Hydrants as per Appendix C of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code. Section C101 — C105, in conjunction with Central Arkansas Water (Daniel Tull 501-377-1245) and the Little Rock Fire Marshals Office (Capt. Tony Rhodes 501-918-3757, or Fire Marshal Derek N Ingram 501-918-3756 Number and Distribution of Fire Hydrants as per Table C105.1. If you have any additional questions please contact our office.. Contact Capt. Tony Rhodes at (501) 918-3757, or Fire Marshal Derek N Ingram (501) 918-3756. Parks and Recreation: No comments received. County Planning: No comments received. F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE: Building Code: No comments received. Landscape: No Comments. G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING: Rock Region Metro: No comments Received. Planning Division: Land Use Plan; October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 4 (Cont. Future Land Use Plan for Z-10202 FILE NO.: Z-10202 'L_J I Ei L RL -�__� z=i0z02 —D LJ Lu G 0 250 500 1.000 Feet I I N Scale: 1:2,000 A The request is in Planning District 9, the 1-630 Planning District. The primary development principle of this district is to preserve the residential character of the area and isolate the non-residential use to specific locations without affecting adjacent neighborhoods. The Land Use Plan shows RL for the requested area. The Residential Low Density (RL) 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 CUP for a duplex. Surrounding the application area is designated for Residential Low (RL) uses and is characterized primarily by single-family homes and includes at least fifty (50) duplexes within a half -mile radius. This site is not located in an Overlay District. 61 October 9, 2025 TEM NO.: 4 (Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10202 Master Street Plan for Z-10202 a --W 22ND,ST - — •r. r..w.�G $ l ' 1_ _J S ; fk 750 SOD 1.G00 Feel Scale: 1:2,000 Master Street Plan: W. 22nd St and Valmar St are Local Streets 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. The property abuts a dedicated alleyway to the west. Bicycle Plan: W. 22nd St and Valmar St are not shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing or proposed facilities in this area. C October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.. 4 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10202 Historic Preservation Plan: The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources. ANALYSIS: The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to allow the existing single- family residence at 2200 Valmar Street to be converted to a duplex (two-family residence). The property is located at the southwest corner of Valmar Street and W. 22nd Street. The property owner plans to occupy one of the units while renting out the second unit. There is a possibility that both units will be rented in the future. The property is occupied by a one-story frame single-family residential structure. An undeveloped alley right-of-way is located along the rear (west) property line. A small storage building will be removed from the site as part of this project. The applicant provided the following descriptions of the conversion of the single- family structure to a duplex: "The home is 1,926 square feet on a pier -and beam foundation and sits on a corner lot. The project will reorient the primary front entrance toward 22nd Street, with each unit assigned a separate address. Each unit will be a 2-bedroom, 1-bath dwelling, separated by a firewall with no less than a 1-hour fire resistance rating, in compliance with the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code. The existing shed on the west side of the property will be removed, and three off-street parking spaces will be constructed on the west side of the property (where the shed is removed), along with a walkway leading to a new shared front porch on the north side." The applicant proposes to construct three (3) off-street parking spaces in the rear yard area, with an access drive from W. 22nd Street. Section 36-502 (b)(i)c. of the City's Zoning Ordinance requires a minimum of three (3) off-street parking spaces for a duplex. The proposed parking plan conforms with this requirement. The existing structure conforms will all building setback requirements as per Section 36-255 of the Code. Any new site lighting must be low level and directed away from adjacent properties. Any new fencing must comply with Section 36-516 of the Code. To Staffs knowledge, there are no outstanding issues associated with this application. Staff is supportive of the conditional use permit to allow a duplex at 2200 Valmar Street. The general area contains a mixture of R-3 and R-4 (duplex) zoning. A duplex will not be out of character for the neighborhood. 7 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 4 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10202 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested conditional use permit, subject to compliance with the comments and conditions outlines in paragraphs D and E, and the staff analysis, of the agenda staff report. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (OCTOBER 9, 2025) The applicant was present. There was one (1) person registered in opposition. The item was taken off the Consent Agenda and opened for discussion. Benny Fletcher voiced concerns that the area consists of single-family homes and wanted to know if the duplex would be rented or sold. After some discussion there was a motion to approve the application. There was a second. The vote was (9) ayes, (0) nays and (2) absent. The motion passed. The application was approved. N October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 5 FILE NO.: Z-10203 NAME: Pulaski Heights Baptist Church — Conditional Use Permit LOCATION: 2200 Kavanaugh Boulevard AUTHORIZED AGENT: Pierre R. DeBuys (Agent) 3501 Oakwood Rd., Apt 1 Little Rock, AR 72205 OWNER: Pulaski Heights Baptist Church 2200 Kavanaugh Boulevard Little Rock, AR 72205 SURVEYOR/ENGINEER: Development Consultants Incorporated 2200 N. Rodney Parham Road Little Rock, AR 72212 AREA: 1.16 acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT_ NEW STREET: 0 LF WARD: 3 PLANNING DISTRICT: 4 CENSUS TRACT. 15.01 CURRENT ZONING: R-5 A. ROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT: The applicant requests a conditional use permit to allow a preschool to occupy a portion of the existing church building within the 1.16-acre property located at 2200 Kavanaugh Boulevard. B. EXISTING CONDITIONS: The proposed lot has an existing 60,100 square foot building that sits on the corner of Kavanaugh Boulevard and N. Cedar Street. There are three active businesses within the structure: Pulaski Heights Baptist Church, Sidewalk Therapy and the Hillcrest Farmers Market. The rear of the structure is accessed from Cedar Hill October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 5 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10203 Road. A shared public paved parking lot, owned by the City of Little Rock, is utilized by both Church patrons and the pedestrians entering Allsopp Park. Allsopp Park's entrance is abutting the west side of the parking lot. The proposed lot is in R-5 zoning and is in the Hillcrest Design Overlay District. The Future Land Use is designated as Public/Institutional, "PI". C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATION 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): Vehicles are not allowed to stop, block, obstruct, or queue within the public right- of-way. Provide a traffic study and control plan based on the proposed # of students, proposed vehicle entrance/exit location(s) for student drop off/pick up and predicted vehicle queues. The study should consider the existing traffic on adjacent streets during those drop-off/pick up times. E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING: Little Rock Water Reclamation Authoritv: No comments. Entergy: No comments received. Summit Energy: 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: All projects submitted for approval must comply with the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code, 2021 Edition, including any comments or requirements issued by the Little Rock Fire Marshal's Office. Full Plan Review 4 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 5 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10203 Parks and Recreation: No comments received. County Planning: No comments. F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE: Building Code: No comments received. Landscape: G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING: Rock Region Metro: No comments Received. Planning Division: Land Use Plan: The request is in Planning District 4, the Heights/Hillcrest Planning District. The Land Use Plan shows PI for the requested area. The Public/Institutional (PI) category includes public and quasi -public facilities that provide a variety of services to the community such as schools, libraries, fire stations, churches, utility substations, and hospitals. The application for a CUP for expanded use and hours 3 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.- 5 (Cont, 2l40111i•[91WANDIM1X3 Future Land Use Plan for Z-10203 YORKSHRF P1 RLr PK/OS _ I� �RHI �J �� I z-10203if MW Kavq�+aru,eaLvo fJ _ - - - - , RL I 0 254 500 1,000 Feet 1 N Sale: 1:1,000 Surrounding the application to the north and west is Allsopp Park which is designated Park/Open Space. North, east and southeast is designated for Residential High (RH) Density use characterized by mixed single-family homes, duplexes and apartments. South across Kavanaugh Blvd is an area of Public/Institutional use which is part of the Church campus and areas of Residential Low (RL) Density characterized by mostly single-family homes with a few duplexes. The subject site is located in the Hillcrest Design Overlay District (Ord. 20,223). The purpose of the Hillcrest design overlay district is to help maintain the built environment in a neighborhood that is rich in history and architectural character and consists of both a vital residential area and a thriving commercial sector. In order to preserve and enhance those qualities, compatible design and scale of buildings, parking areas, signage, landscaping, streetscapes, and street 4 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 5 (Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10203 furnishings are required such that the friendly, pedestrian -oriented, "small-town" nature of the neighborhood is continued. Master Street Plan for Z-10203 —YORKSHIRE PE I ri Master Street Plan: 1,000 Feel 1 Scale: 1:2,000 Kavanaugh Blvd. 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. N. Cedar St. and Cedar Hill Rd are a Local Streets 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. These streets may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements. 61 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 5 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10203 The proposal includes the requested use of the City -owned parking area at the rear of the site to be used for pick-up and drop-off, taking access from Cedar Hill Road. Bicycle Plan: Kavanaugh Blvd is on the Master Bike Plan as an Existing Class II Bike Lane. Class II Bike Lanes provides a portion of the pavement for the sole use of bicycles. N. Cedar Street and Cedar Hill Rd are on the Master Bike Plan as an Existing Class III Bike Land. Class III Bike Lanes require no additional right-of- way, but require either a sign or pavement marking to identify and direct the route. A Class I Bike Path connects to the parking area, providing trail access to Allsopp Park. Class I Bike Path is a route designated for the sole use of bicycles that is physically separated from vehicular lanes. Historic Preservation Plan: This property is the site of the Pulaski Heights Baptist Church at 2200 Kavanaugh Blvd located in the Hillcrest National Register Historic District. The church was constructed c. 1912 in the Colonia Revival style. The structure is identified as a Contributing structure to the historic district. 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 to accommodate a new use consider its potential adverse impacts to the site and adjacent historic sites. Staff finds the proposed conditional use will not adversely affect the existing historic fabric and context of the area if changes are sensitively implemented and follow national preservation standards. The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources. H. ANALYSIS: The applicant requests a conditional use permit to allow a preschool to occupy a space within the existing building on the 1.16-acre property located at 2200 Kavanaugh Boulevard. The Pulaski Heights Baptist Church will continue to occupy the building and hold services at this location. The proposed lot has an existing 60,100 square foot building that sits on the corner of Kavanaugh Boulevard and N. Cedar Street. There are three active businesses within the structure: Pulaski Heights Baptist Church, Sidewalk Therapy and the Hillcrest Farmers Market. The rear of the structure is accessed from Cedar Hill Road. A shared public paved parking lot, owned by the City of Little Rock's Parks October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 5 Cont. FILE NO.: 7-10203 and Recreation Department, is utilized by both Church patrons and the pedestrians entering Allsopp Park. Allsopp Park's entrance is abutting the west side of the parking lot. The proposed lot is in R-5 zoning and is in the Hillcrest Design Overlay District. The Future Land Use is designated as Public/Institutional, "Pl". The proposed use for the conditional use permit is a preschool that will have a maximum enrollment of 44 students, serving children aged 18 months through 5 years old. Access to the preschool will be through the rear of the building. The proposed drop- off and pick-up plan will utilize the rear parking lot with access from Cedar Hill Road. Drop off is expected to occur between 7:30 am until 8:30 am and pick up will occur at 11:30 am, 3:30 pm and 4:30 pm. A compatible signage application meeting the standards of the Hillcrest Design Overlay District and complying with the City's Codes and Ordinances, will be submitted separately from this proposal. No additional lighting is being proposed for the site. Staff is supportive of the requested conditional use permit to allow the use of a preschool within the existing property. Staff feels the request conforms with the development pattern in this area. The area along Kavanaugh Boulevards contains a mixture of commercial and residential uses and zoning. There are two existing Montessori schools in the neighborhood. Staff feels the proposal will not be out of character with the neighborhood and will have no adverse impact on the area. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested conditional use permit, subject to compliance with the comments and conditions outlines in paragraph D and E, and the staff analysis of the agenda staff report. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (OCTOBER 9, 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 (9) ayes, (0) nays and (2) absent. The motion passed. The application was approved. rl October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 6 FILE NO.: Z-9600-A NAME: Jackson Daycare — Conditional Use Permit LOCATION: 6824 Fairfield Drive CIWNFR• Angela Jackson (Owner) 6824 Fairfield Drive Little Rock, AR 72209 SURVEYOR/ENGINEER: Brooks Surveying, Inc. 20820 Arch Street Pike Hensley, AR 72065 AREA: .33 acre WARD: 2 CURRENT ZONING: R-2 STAFF ACTION: NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 LANNING DISTRICT: 15 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF CENSUS TRACT: 41.06 This item will be deferred to the November 13, 2025 agenda due to the applicant not responding to Staff comments by deadline. PLANNING COMMSSION ACTION: (OCTOBER 9, 2025) The item was deferred to the November 13, 2025 agenda as the applicant failed to respond to staff comments. October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 7 FILE NO.: Z-10209 NAME: Baptist Prep — Conditional Use Permit LOCATION: 8401 Ranch Boulevard OWNER/AGENT: Brian Dale (Agent) Joe Whie & Associates 25 Rahling Circle Little Rock, AR 72223 SURVEYOR/ENGINEER: Joe White & Associates, Inc 25 Rahling Circle, Suite A-2 Little Rock, AR 72223 AREA: 4.06 acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF WARD: 5 PLANNING DISTRICT: 20 CENSUS TRACT: 42.05 CURRENT ZONING: MF18 A. ROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT: The applicant requests a conditional use permit for the 4.06-acre property at 8401 Ranch Boulevard to allow the existing building be utilized as an educational institution for elementary students, a chapel, and a small-scale private event room. B. EXISTING CONDITIONS: The proposed lot has an existing 37,229 square -foot one-story building and is currently being used as an assisted living facility. The property is well maintained with a natural landscape buffer on the north side of the property and the rear of the property (east). The two lots to the south are zoned C-2 and are undeveloped with mature trees along Ranch Boulevard. Surrounding the property to the west, north and east are R-2 zoned properties. The Arkansas Baptist school campus is located across Ranch Boulevard to the west. The proposed lot is zoned MF18. The Future Land Use is Residential High -Density, "RH". October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 7 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10209 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. 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. Proposal of use will require a change for ADA to meet max feasibility, when you apply for a building permit this will be commented on. 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. 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 EneMv: No comments. AT & T: No comments received. 2 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 7 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10209 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 Comely with Arkansas Fire Prevention Code 2021 edition All projects submitted for zoning approval must comply with the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code, 2021 Edition, including any comments or requirements provided by the Little Rock Fire Marshal's Office, prior to acceptance. Maintain Access: Fire Hvdrants. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders. Grade Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief. 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 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading. Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus access road with an asphalt, concrete or other approved driving surface capable of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds. Commercial and Industrial Developments — 2 means of access. - Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 3 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 7 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10209 Section D104.1 Buildings exceeding three stories or 30 feet in height. Building or facilities exceeding 30 feet or three stories in height shall have at least two means of fire apparatus access for each structure. Section D104.2 Building exceeding 62,000 square feet in area. Buildings or facilities having a gross building area of more than 62,000 square feet shall be provide with two separate and approved fire apparatus access roads. Exception: Projects having a gross building area of up to 124,000 square feet that have a single approved fire apparatus access road when all building are equipped throughout with approved automatic sprinkler systems. D104.3 Remoteness. Where two fire apparatus access roads are required, they shall be placed a distance apart equal to not less than one half of the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the lot or area to be served, measured in a straight line between accesses. 30' Tall Buildings - Maintain aerial fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D105.1 — D105.4 D105.1 Where Required. Where the vertical distance between the grade plane and the highest roof surface exceed 30', approved aerial fire apparatus access roads shall be provided. For the purposes of this section the highest roof surfaces shall be determined by measurement to the eave of a pitched roof, the intersection of a roof to the exterior wall, or the top of the parapet walls, whichever is greater. D105.2 Width. Aerial fire apparatus access roads shall have a minimum unobstructed with of 26', exclusive of shoulders, in the immediate vicinity of the building or portion thereof. D105.3 Proximity to building. At least one of the required access routes meeting this condition shall be located within a minimum of 15 feet and a maximum of 30 feet from the building, and shall be positioned parallel to one entire side of the building. The side of the building on which the aerial fire apparatus access road is positioned shall be approved by the fire code official. D105.4 Obstructions. Overhead utility and power lines shall not be located over the aerial fire apparatus access road or between the aerial fire apparatus road and the building. Other obstructions shall be permitted to be places with the approval of the fire code official. October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 7 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10209 nPad Fnrlc_ Maintain fire apparatus access roads at dead end locations as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.4 Dead Ends. Dead-end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet shall be provided with width and turnaround provisions in accordance with Table D103.4. Requirements for Dead-end fire apparatus access roads. Gates Maintain fire apparatus access road gates as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.5 Fire apparatus access road gates. Gates securing the fire apparatus access roads shall comply with all of the following criteria: 1. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet. 2. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type. 3. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by one person. 4. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times and replaces or repaired when defective. 5. Electric gates shall be equipped with a means of opening the gate by fire department personnel for emergency access. Emergency opening devices shall be approved by the fire code official. 6. Manual opening gates shall not be locked with a padlock or chain and padlock unless they are capable of being opened by means of forcible entry tools or when a key box containing the keys to the lock is installed at the gate location. 7. Locking device specifications shall be submitted for approval \by the fire code official 8. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL 325. 9. Gates, intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed and installed to comply with requirements of ASTM F 2200. Parks and Recreation: No comments received. County Planning: No comments. 5 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 7 (Cont. F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE: Building Code: No comments received. Landscape: No Comments. G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING: Rock Region Metro: No comments Received. Planning Division: Land Use Plan: FILE NO.: Z-10209 The request is in Planning District 20, the Pinnacle Planning District. The development principles of this district include developing transportation facilities for all modes of transportation, and the preservation of greenways, open spaces, and significant environmental features. The Land Use Plan shows Residential High (RH) Density use for the requested area. The Residential High Density (RH) category accommodates residential development of more than twelve (12) dwelling units per acre. The application for a CUP for a Pre-K through 6th grade private school. N. October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: Future Land Use Plan for Z-10209 FILE NO.: Z-10209 Pl z-�0209 40 7 40 RL lr Mori ��%y C C 7 370 740 1.480 Fe 1 N Soak: 1:3,000 West of the application is an area designated as Public/Institutional with the Baptist Preparatory School -Upper School. North and east of the application is designated for Residential Low (RL) density uses characterized by single-family homes in developed subdivisions. Southeast of the application is designated for Office (0) uses and is the campus for a public middle school and public high school. To the southwest is Mixed Office and Commercial (MOC) and is characterized by various offices. This site is not located in an Overlay District. 7 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 7 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10209 Master Street Plan for Z-10209 e'er - R�. 1.480 Fee! S®le: 1:3,000 Master Street Plan: Ranch Blvd 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: Ranch Blvd is not shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing or proposed bicycle facilities. 0 October 9, 2025 O.: 7 (Cont. Historic Preservation Plan: FILE NO.: Z-10209 The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources. ANALYSIS: The applicant requests a conditional use permit for the 4.06-acre property at 8401 Ranch Boulevard to allow the existing building be utilized as an educational institution for elementary students, a chapel, and a small-scale private event room. The proposed lot has an existing 37,229 square -foot one-story building and is currently being used as an assisted living facility. The property is well maintained with a natural landscape buffer on the north side of the property and the rear of the property (east). The two lots to the south are zoned C-2 and are undeveloped with mature trees along Ranch Boulevard. Surrounding the property to the west, north and east are R-2 zoned properties. The Arkansas Baptist school campus is located across Ranch Boulevard to the west. The proposed lot is zoned MF18. The Future Land Use is Residential High -Density, "RH". The existing building will undergo renovations to allow the use of an educational institution, a small-scale private event room, and a chapel. The educational institution will be for elementary school children aged pre-k through 6th grade and will consist of 22 classrooms. The intermediate campus for grades 3rd through 5th will serve approximately 150 students and will have 10 teachers and an additional 6 staff members utilizing the office space for administration and business operations. The hours of operation will be Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. The small-scale private event room will be used for special occasions and celebrations planned by the educational institution. Events will include small, grade -level parties and occasional class programs. The chapel will serve up to 150 people. A 3,500 square foot storm shelter addition will be made at the northwest corner of the existing building, in compliance with state law. The storm shelter addition is the only proposed improvement to the property. 9 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 7 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10209 Access to the property will be from Ranch Boulevard. Ingress and Egress will both be on Ranch Boulevard. A drop-off/pick-up lane, with a covered drop-off/pick-up area is located in front of the building. An existing paved parking area is located on the south side of the building. Staff feels that the existing parking area, in conjunction with the parking within the existing Arkansas Baptist campus to the west, will be sufficient to serve the proposed use. All signage will be in accordance with Section 36-553 of the City's Zoning Ordinance. No additional exterior lighting is being proposed for the site. Staff is supportive of the requested conditional use permit to allow for Baptist Prep's expansion to include an educational institution, chapel and small-scale private event room within the existing building. Staff feels the request conforms with the development pattern in this area. The area along Ranch Boulevard contains a mixture of commercial, office and residential uses and zoning. There are two existing schools in the neighborhood. Staff feels the proposal will not be out of character with the neighborhood and will not have an adverse impact on the area. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested conditional use permit, subject to compliance with the comments and conditions outlines in paragraphs D and E, and the staff analysis of the agenda staff report. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (OCTOBER 9, 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 (9) ayes, (0) nays and (2) absent. The motion passed. The application was approved. 10 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 8 NAME: Ward Event Center — Conditional Use Permit LOCATION: 5507 Ranch Drive DEVELOPER: Dogwood Crossing, LLC 5507 Ranch Drive, Suite 201 Little Rock, AR 72223 OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT: Dogwood Crossing, LLC (Owner) Joe White & Associates (Agent) SURVEYOR/ENGINEER: Joe White and Associates 25 Rahling Circle, Suite A-2 Little Rock, AR 72223 AREA: 4.36 acres WARD: 5 CURRENT ZONING: C-3 NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 PLANNING DISTRICT: 20 VARIANCE/WAIVERS: None Requested FILE NO.: Z-10210 FT. NEW STREET: 01 LF CENSUS TRACT: 42.05 A. ROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT: The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to allow an event center to be operated within a rental space in the existing shopping center located at 5507 Ranch Drive. The property is zoned C-3. B. EXISTING CONDITIONS: The property at 5507 Ranch Drive is completely developed, with two (2) shopping buildings and associated parking and drives. There are multiple access drives from October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 8 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-1 Ranch Drive, N. Katillus Road and Cantrell Road. 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. ADA Access shall be shown to the Right -of -Way. 2. Change of use will require the Accessible Parking to meet all current adopted codes. 3. Handicap Parking shall include one van stall 11ft wide with a 5ft minimum aisle. 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. 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 Energy: No comments. AT & T: No comments received. 2 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 8 Central Arkansas Water: FILE NO.: Z-10210 NO OBJECTIONS; All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water service must be met. Fire Department: Must Comply with Arkansas Fire Prevention Code 2021 edition All projects submitted for zoning approval must comply with the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code, 2021 Edition, including any comments or requirements provided by the Little Rock Fire Marshal's Office, prior to acceptance. Maintain Access: Fire Hydrants. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders. Grade Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief. 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 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading. Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus access road with an asphalt, concrete or other approved driving surface capable of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds. Commercial and Industrial Developments — 2 means of access. - Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D104.1 Buildings exceeding three stories or 30 feet in height. Building or facilities exceeding 30 feet or three stories in height shall have at least two means of fire apparatus access for each structure. Section D104.2 Building exceeding 62,000 square feet in area. Buildings or facilities having a gross building area of more than 62,000 square feet shall be provide with two separate and approved fire apparatus access roads. Exception: Projects having a gross building area of up to 124,000 square feet that have a single approved fire apparatus access road when all building are equipped throughout with approved automatic sprinkler systems. 3 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 8 (Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10210 D104.3 Remoteness. Where two fire apparatus access roads are required, they shall be placed a distance apart equal to not less than one half of the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the lot or area to be served, measured in a straight line between accesses. 30' Tall Buildings - Maintain aerial fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D105.1 — D105.4 D105.1 Where Required. Where the vertical distance between the grade plane and the highest roof surface exceed 30', approved aerial fire apparatus access roads shall be provided. For the purposes of this section the highest roof surfaces shall be determined by measurement to the eave of a pitched roof, the intersection of a roof to the exterior wall, or the top of the parapet walls, whichever is greater. D105.2 Width. Aerial fire apparatus access roads shall have a minimum unobstructed with of 26', exclusive of shoulders, in the immediate vicinity of the building or portion thereof. D105.3 Proximity to building. At least one of the required access routes meeting this condition shall be located within a minimum of 15 feet and a maximum of 30 feet from the building, and shall be positioned parallel to one entire side of the building. The side of the building on which the aerial fire apparatus access road is positioned shall be approved by the fire code official. D105.4 Obstructions. Overhead utility and power lines shall not be located over the aerial fire apparatus access road or between the aerial fire apparatus road and the building. Other obstructions shall be permitted to be places with the approval of the fire code official. Dead Ends. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at dead end locations as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.4 Dead Ends. Dead- end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet shall be provided with width and turnaround provisions in accordance with Table D103.4. Requirements for Dead-end fire apparatus access roads. Gates Maintain fire apparatus access road gates as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.5 Fire apparatus access road gates. Gates securing the fire apparatus access roads shall comply with all of the following criteria: 1. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet. 2. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type. 3. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by one person. 4. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times and replaces or repaired when defective. rd October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 8 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10210 5. Electric gates shall be equipped with a means of opening the gate by fire department personnel for emergency access. Emergency opening devices shall be approved by the fire code official. 6. Manual opening gates shall not be locked with a padlock or chain and padlock unless they are capable of being opened by means of forcible entry tools or when a key box containing the keys to the lock is installed at the gate location. 7. Locking device specifications shall be submitted for approval \by the fire code official 8. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL 325. 9. Gates, intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed and installed to comply with requirements of ASTM F 2200. Fire Hydrants Locate Fire Hydrants as per Appendix C of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code. Section C101 — C105, in conjunction with Central Arkansas Water (Daniel Tull 501-377-1245) and the Little Rock Fire Marshals Office (Capt. Tony Rhodes 501-918-3757, or Fire Marshal Derek N Ingram 501-918-3756 Number and Distribution of Fire Hydrants as per Table C105.1. If you have any additional questions please contact our office.. Contact Capt. Tony Rhodes at (501) 918-3757, or Fire Marshal Derek N Ingram (501) 918-3756. Parks and Recreation: No comments received. County Planning: No comments received. F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE: Buildinq Code: No comments received. Landscape: No Comments. G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING: Rock Region Metro: No comments Received. Planning Division: Land Use Plan: The request is in Planning District 20, the Pinnacle Planning District. The development principles of this district include developing transportation facilities for all modes of transportation, and the preservation of greenways, open spaces, and significant environmental features The Land Use Plan shows Commercial (C) 5 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 8 (Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10210 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 trade area that they serve. The application for a CUP for an event center. RL Future Land Use Plan for Z-10210 , D l RLi 9 � I n r Q [ r �� i e [ r �♦ p i Z-10210 i� [� +* C a= 1 � [ • r ; o C. S❑ R 1,480 Feet { N Scale: 1:3,000 To the north and west of the application is area designated for Office (0) Use and is characterized by a financial institution and a public middle school and public high school. To the northeast of the application is area designated for Residential Low (RL) density use and is characterized by athletic facilities for the aforementioned public schools. To the east of the application is area designated for Suburban Office (SO) use, characterized by a mobile home park. To the south of the application is designated Commercial (C) and is characterized by a resale store and a convenience store with fuel pumps. 0 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 8 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10210 This site is not located in an Overlay District. Master Street Plan for Z-10210 y r ! r / ! �,k'■ ............ - !1 pq � •� 12 r BIKEWAY ?-PATH. 0 370 740 1,480 Feet Sole: 1:3,OW Master Street Plan: Ranch Dr. and Kattillus Rd. are Commercial Streets 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: Ranch Dr is shown on the Master Bike Plan with proposed Class II Bike Lane facilities. Class II Bike Lanes provide a portion of the pavement for the sole use of bicycles. N October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 8 Cont. FILE NC.: Z-10210 Historic Preservation Plan: The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources. ANALYSIS: The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to allow an event center to be created within a rental space in the existing shopping center located at 5507 Ranch Drive. The property is zoned C-3. The property at 5507 Ranch Drive contains an existing shopping center development (Dogwood Crossing). There are several existing access drives from Ranch Drive, N. Katillus Road and Cantrel Road (shared access). The site contains two (2) shopping center buildings, within the east and west portions of the property. Associated parking and interior drives are located along all sides of the buildings. The applicant proposes to operate the event center within a rental space in the south portion of the east shopping center building. The applicant submitted the following description of the proposed event center: "La Petite Soiree will provide a Parisan-inspired setting for small-scale, private events such as children's birthday parties, baby showers, bridal showers, and milestone celebrations. The venue is designed to accommodate 30-50 guests depending on the event type and layout. Events will be by reservation only, with no large-scale dances or high -amplification entertainment, ensuring minimal impact on the surrounding neighborhood. On occasion, the venue may also host small music recitals or acoustic performances in connection with private events or community gatherings. These performances will be low volume, limited to a small number of attendees, and will conclude within our regular operating hours." "Guest attendance will always be managed in accordance with the on -site parking capacity to prevent overflow into surrounding areas. Noise levels will remain low and respectful of nearby properties, and all events will be operated in strict compliance with city codes regarding noise, safety, and occupancy limits." "The proposed hours of operation are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. with the occasional evening event during the week, Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (primarily during morning and afternoon hours) and Sunday, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 P.M." The applicant provided the following additional information in response to questions from staff: 0 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 8 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10210 1. The maximum number of staff at one time will be 5. 2. Yes, they intend to hold seasonal ticketed community events. 3. Food service will be provided through licensed catering vendors on occasion. Customers will be permitted to bring their own beer, wine, or spirits (BYOB) or engage a licensed bartender, in compliance with all applicable state and local regulations. 4. Live, acoustic music may be performed for select events held outside normal business hours (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.). We would also allow acoustic music recitals though they would not be regular or ongoing feature of daily operations. 5. Security will be available upon request. 6. There will be a sign on the building in accordance with the city's sign ordinance. 7. No additional lighting will be installed with this project. To Staffs knowledge, there are no outstanding issues associated with this application. Staff is supportive of the requested conditional use permit. Staff believes,that the proposed event center will have no adverse impact on the general area. The proposed event center will be very small in nature and should be compatible with the other commercial and office uses in the shopping center. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested conditional use permit, subject to compliance with the comments and conditions outlined in paragraphs D and E, and the staff analysis, of the agenda staff report. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (OCTOBER 9, 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 (9) ayes, (0) nays and (2) absent. The motion passed. The application was approved. 9 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 9 FILE NO.: Z-10193 NAME: Rezoning from R-2 to R-7A LOCATION: East side of the 8200 Block of Jamison Road ❑EVELOPER- Dameion Stuckey 3000 Wolfe Street Little Rock, AR 72206 OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT: Dameion Stuckey (Owner/Applicant) SURVEYOR/ENGINEER, Brooks Surveying, Inc. 20820 Arch Street Pike Hensley, AR 72065 AREA: 0.51 acre WARD: 2 CURRENT ZONING: R-2 NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 PLANNING DISTRICT: 14 VARIANCEMAIVERS: None Requested FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF CENSUS TRACT: 41.07 A. ROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT: The property owner requests to rezone the 0.51 acre property from R-2 to R-7A to allow the placement of a single -wide manufactured home on the property. B. EXISTING CONDITIONS: The property is currently undeveloped and wooded. October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 9 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10193 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): If the proposed change of occupancy will increase the impervious area the applicant/owner will submit a permit for review. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS): 1. Portions of the subject property are located within the 100 year floodplain and the regulatory floodway. It is difficult to determine the parcel location and location of the manufactured home on the parcel. Based on the property survey, prepare a dimensioned site plan to show the manufactured home proposed location, proposed finish floor elevation of the manufactured home, existing ground elevation at manufactured home location, floodplain and floodway boundaries, and the base flood elevation at the manufactured home location. 2. A special Grading Permit for Flood Hazard Areas will be required per Sec. 13-55 prior to construction. 3. The minimum Finish Floor elevation of at least 1 ft higher than the base flood elevation is required to be shown on the site plan for the mobile home. 4. No development is permitted within the floodway. In accordance with Section 31- 176, floodway areas must be shown as floodway easements or be dedicated to the public. In addition, a 25 foot wide drainage and access easement is required adjacent to the floodway boundary. 5. Per Sec. 13-59(9) of Little Rock Municipal Code, all manufactured homes to be placed within a special flood hazard area on a community's FIRM shall be installed using methods and practices which minimize flood damage. For the purposes of this requirement, manufactured homes must be elevated and anchored to resist flotation, collapse, or lateral movement. Methods of anchoring may include, but are not limited to, use of over -the -top or frame ties to ground anchors. This requirement is in addition to applicable state and local anchoring requirements for resisting wind forces. Screw augers or expanding anchors will not satisfy the requirement of this provision; 6. Per Sec. 13.59(10) of Little Rock Municipal Code, the design or location of electrical, heating, ventilation, plumbing, and air conditioning equipment for new structures, or for any improvements to an existing structure, must prevent water from entering or accumulating within the components during base flood events; 2 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 9 (Cont. FILE NO_: Z-1019 7. Per Sec. 13.59(11) of Little Rock Municipal Code, the design of all new and replacement water supply systems shall be designed to minimize or eliminate infiltration of floodwaters into the system. 8. Per Sec. 13.59(12) of Little Rock Municipal Code, the design of new and replacement sanitary sewage systems shall be designed to minimize or eliminate infiltration of floodwaters into the system and discharge from the systems into floodwaters. 9. Per Sec. 13.60.c.1.(v) of the Little Rock Municipal Code, all machinery and equipment shall be elevated to at least one (1) foot or more above the published BFE and be securely anchored to resist flotation, collapse, and lateral movement. This elevation must be documented on an elevation certificate properly completed by a professional engineer, surveyor or architect licensed to practice in the State of Arkansas. E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING: Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: No comments. Entergy: No comments received. Summit Energy: 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 Comply with Arkansas Fire Prevention Code 2021 edition All projects submitted for zoning approval must comply with the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code, 2021 Edition, including any comments or requirements provided by the Little Rock Fire Marshal's Office, prior to acceptance. Maintain Access: Fire Hydrants. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders. Grade 3 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 9 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10193 Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief. 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 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading. Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus access road with an asphalt, concrete or other approved driving surface capable of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds. Parks and Recreation: No comments received. County Planning: No comments received. F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE: Buildinq Code: No comments received. Landscape: No Comments. G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING: Rock Region Metro: No comments Received. Planning Division: Land Use Plan: The request is in Planning District 14, the Geyer Springs East Planning District. Development principles for this district include protection and stabilization of existing neighborhoods. The Land Use Plan shows Residential Medium Density (RM) use for the requested area. The Residential Medium Density (RM) 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 for is for rezoning to allow for a mobile home. I:! October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 9 (Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10193 The application area is shown as Residential Medium (RM) Density use characterized by a single mobile home. East of the application is designated Park/Open Space which is the floodway for Little Fourche Creek. South of the application is designated Residential Low (RL) Density use, characterized by a single-family home. To the west of the application across Jamison Road is designated Public/Institutional and is a Little Rock Public Works Operations facility. Future Land Use Plan for Z-10193 PI i Q RM arrrr~�rr��rsarw.ar�r� z•iosga PK/OS ■r�rr��rt��rr.rw.rrw�i.- 1 RL u t5u buu 7,uuu veet l l I l I N Scale: 1:2,000 A This site is not located in an Overlay District. 61 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 9 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10193 Master Street Plan for Z-10193 I a' � Z-70193 0 ----... ..-..--- - !I _ . . AVERY•RD - o 250 ;on 1.000 Feet Scale: 1:2,000 Master Street Plan: Jamison Rd 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. Bicvcle Plan: Jamison Rd 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 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.- 9 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10193 ANALYSIS: The property owner requests to rezone the 0.51 acre property located on the east side of the 8200 Block of Jamison Road from "R-2" Single -Family District to"R-7K Manufactured Home District. The rezoning is requested to allow for the placement of one (1) single -wide manufactured home on the property. The property is currently undeveloped and wooded. The applicant proposes to place an 18 foot by 80 foot manufactured home within the west half of the property. The proposed home will be located over 80 feet back from the front (west) property line, over 200 feet from the rear property line and over 15 feet from the north and south side property lines. There will be a porch located on the south side of the residence. A driveway from Jamison Road will serve as access to the property. A parking pad will be located at the west end of the residence. All building setbacks will comply with Section 36-262 of the City's Zoning Ordinance. The proposed manufactured home must also comply with the following siting criteria of Section 36-262(d)(2): a. A pitched roof of three (3) in twelve (12) or fourteen (14) degrees or greater. b. Removal of all transport features. c. Permanent foundation. d. Exterior wall finished in a manner compatible with the neighborhood. e. Underpinning with permanent materials. f. Orientation compatible with placement of adjacent structures. g. Off-street parking per single-family dwelling standards. Any accessory structures placed on the site must comply with Section 36-516 of the code. Any site lighting must be low-level and directed away from adjacent properties. To Staffs knowledge, there are no outstanding issues associated with this application. Staff is supportive of the application. The proposed manufactured home will not be out of character with the area. Th ere is an existing manufactured home to the north at 8121 Jamison Road. The City's Fleet Services and Public Works maintenance yard is located across Jamison Road to the west. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested R-7A rezoning. 7 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 9 (Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10193 PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (OCTOBER 9, 2025) The applicant was present. There were two (2) persons registered in opposition. The item was taken off the Consent Agenda and opened for discussion. Lucille Taylor and Gregory Avery both voiced concerns about needing more information for what was happening with the proposed property. They were concerned about their property's changing zoning. After some discussion there was a motion to approve the application. There was a second. The vote was (9) ayes, (0) nays and (2) absent. The motion passed. The application was approved. 0 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 10 FILE NO.: LU2025-19-01 NAME: Chenal & Pinnacle Land Use Plan Amendment — T, RL, & PK/OS to C, MX, & PK/OS LOCATION: SE, NE, and NW corners of Cantrell Road and LaMarche Drive OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT: Owner(s) Carl Lancaster & Angela Beth Ward 16924 Lamarch Dr. Little Rock, AR 72223 Pfeifer Primary Residence Trust 16300 Cantrell Road Little Rock, AR 72223 Agent Timothy Daters, White-Daters & Associates 24 Rahling Cir. Little Rock, AR 72223 AREA: 56.62 acres +/- Eugene M Pfeifer III 16806 Lamarche Dr. Little Rock, AR 72223 16500 LLC 16623 Cantrell Road, Suite 2A Little Rock, AR 72223 WARD: Ward 5 PLANNING DISTRICT: 19 CENSUS TRACT: 42.05 CURRENT ZONING: Highway 10 Design Overlay District; R-2, Single -Family District; POD, Planned Office District BACKGROUND: A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST: The request is for a Land Use Plan Amendment from Transition (T), Residential Low Density (RL), and Park/Open Space (PK/OS) to Commercial (C), Park/Open Space (PK/OS), and Mixed Use (MX). The application is pursued concurrently with a rezoning application, File No. Z-10208, request from Single -Family (R-2) and Planned Office Development (POD) to General Commercial District (C-3), Office and Institutional District (0-2), and Open Space District (OS). October 9, 2025 B. EXISTING CONDITIONS: The portion of the subject site that is located to the north of Cantrell Road encompasses approx. 51.64 acres +/- and is delineated as tracts 1, 2, 3, and 4 in the survey provided by the applicant. The site is subdivided into four distinct tracts, identified as tracts 1, 2, 3, and 4, each with varying land characteristics and uses: Tract 1 comprises approximately 18.46 acres of open pastureland. This area is generally cleared and has historically been used for agricultural or low -intensity rural residential purposes. Tract 2 includes approximately 12.41 acres of mature woodland, characterized by dense tree cover and natural vegetation leading north to the Little Maumelle. Tract 3 is primarily located within a designated floodway and consists of low- lying land associated with the hydrological functions of the surrounding watershed. Tract 4 contains an existing single-family residence along with several accessory structures. The portion of the subject site that is located to the south of Cantrell Road is identified as tracts 5 and 6 in the survey and is characterized by three (3) single- family homes, a mobile home, and accessory structures which abut the floodway to the east. A significant portion of the overall site lies within the regulated floodplain and is traversed by major tributaries of the Little Maumelle River which play a critical role in flood management. 2 October 9, 2025 I>I>IJuRC��Ci �Ti7�� Qn n Figure 1. Aerial imagery of 12600 Kanis Road in relation to surrounding development context. C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS: All Neighborhood Associations notified prior to planning commission meetings. 3 October 9, 2025 Mama 1919MY D. PLANNING/TRANSPORTATION: Land Use Plan: The south portion of the request is in the Chenal Planning District, District 19, and the north portion of the request is in the Pinnacle Planning District, District 20. The development principles of the Chenal Panning District and Pinnacle Planning District both include developing roads for all modes of transportation, and the preservation of greenways, open spaces, and significant environmental features and functions, conservation of significant landscapes, views, and vistas, protecting natural areas and systems, protecting urban forests, and providing active and passive park facilities. The Land Use Plan shows Park/Open space PK/OS, Residential Low Density (RL) use, and Transition (T) use for the requested area. The Park/Open Space (PK/OS) category includes all public parks, recreation facilities, greenbelts, flood plains, and other designated open space and recreational land. The Residential Low Density (RL) category includes provides for single family homes at densities not to exceed six (6) dwelling units per acre. The Transition (T) category provides for an orderly transition between residential uses and other more intense uses. The Transition land use category was established to deal with areas which contain zoned residential uses and nonconforming nonresidential uses and is typically located within design overlay districts. Surrounding the application north of Cantrell Rd to the west is area designated for Suburban Office (SO) uses characterized by a mixture of site built and manufactured homes. North of the SO area is designated for RL use, crossed by PK/OS along the tributaries of the Little Maumelle River, and is the location of the Pinnacle View Middle School athletic facility. North of the application is an area designated RL which is wooded and undeveloped, connecting to the Ranch North Woods of the Maumelle Pinnacle Conservation Area. East of the application, across the PK/OS area, is designated for RL uses and is characterized by single- family homes in developed subdivisions. South of the RL area, along Cantrell Rd is area of T use characterized by two undeveloped lots, an insurance agent's office in a converted single-family home, and service company office. The subject site is located in the Highway 10 Design Overlay District (Ord. 15965, 1990). The Highway 10 Design Overlay District regulates standards for setbacks, landscaping, signage, lighting and other design criteria. A Planned Zoning District is required unless the application conforms to the Design Overlay standards for Highway 10 (Cantrell Road). Uses which may be considered, are lower -density 2 October 9, 2025 ►• s! 101111111111111 multifamily residential and offices uses if the proposal is compatible with quality of life in nearby residential areas. Master Street Plan: The northern subject properties have a frontage of 1,325 along Cantrell Road. The southern subject properties have a frontage of 567 feet along Cantrell Road and 370 feet along Lamarche Road. Cantrell Road is designated as 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 required is 110 feet. Sidewalks are required on both sides. This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements. Lamarche Drive is designated as a Collector. 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 feet. Sidewalks are required on one side of Collectors. Bicycle Plan: Cantrell Road is on the Master Bike Plan as a Proposed Class I Bike Path. Class I Bike Paths are a route designated for the sole use of bicycles that is physically separated from vehicular lanes. Lamarche Drive is designated as a Proposed Class III Bike Route. Class III Bike Routes require no additional right-of-way, but either a sign or pavement marking are required to identify and direct the route. Historic Preservation Plan: The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources. E. ANALYSIS: The site consists of six distinct tracts, each with varied characteristics including pastureland, mature woodland, a floodway, and existing single-family homes. A large portion of the site is within the regulated floodplain, traversed by tributaries of the Little Maumelle River. The proposal retains areas within the floodway as PK/OS as well as the existing PK/OS designation which buffers the tributaries within the floodplain. The requested land use changes are generally consistent with the broader development goals of the Chenal and Pinnacle Planning Districts, which emphasize the preservation of greenways and open spaces. 5 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 10 (CONT.) FILE NO.: LU2025-19-01 The proposed Commercial (C) land use designation supports a broad range of retail and wholesale activity, personal and professional services, and general business uses. These commercial activities may vary in intensity and scale, depending on the size of the trade area they are intended to serve. This designation is appropriate along a Principal Arterial such as Cantrell Road, which is designed to accommodate through traffic and connect major activity centers. Staff finds that the amendment request is reasonable and appropriate given the site's location, surrounding land use pattern, and proximity to a major intersection. The subject property lies at the intersection of Cantrell Road and Lamarche Drive, both of which are higher -order streets identified in the Master Street Plan With over 1,800 feet of combined frontage along Cantrell and Lamarche Road, the site is well -situated to support commercial development. The Mixed Use (MX) land use designation allows for a flexible and context - sensitive blend of residential, office, and commercial uses. A Planned Zoning District (PZD) is required when the development includes a mix of all three use types, or when the proposed use is entirely office or commercial. This regulatory mechanism ensures that future development in MX areas is appropriately scaled, designed, and compatible with adjacent land uses. In this case, the MX designation functions as a transitional buffer between more intense commercial areas and the surrounding low -density residential neighborhoods and environmental features within the PK/OS areas. The proposed land use changes are aligned with the Chenal and Pinnacle Planning Districts, which prioritize the protection of natural systems, the development of transportation infrastructure, and the preservation of open spaces and urban forests. The continued protection of environmentally sensitive areas through the PK/OS designation supports these goals while enabling compatible commercial and mixed -use development in appropriate locations. F. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff supports the proposed Land Use Plan Amendment in the Chenal & Pinnacle Planning Districts from Transition (T), Residential Low Density (RL), and Park/Open Space (PK/OS) to Commercial (C), Park/Open Space (PK/OS), and Mixed Use (MX) and recommends approval. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (OCTOBER 9, 2025) The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. The item was removed from the consent agenda to address questions by the commission. Commissioner Russell expressed concerns about the lack of information regarding future development of the sites, perceived subdivision of the land, and the treatment of active wetlands within the area. Staff clarified that the C October 9, 2025 application did not include the request to subdivide land. Mr. Daters, the applicant's agent, addressed concerns regarding the treatment of the tributaries, stormwater facilities, and environmental features as well as clarified that the requested land use amendments are a preliminary step to future development plans. Commissioner Russell said his concerns had been addressed. Commissioner Baxter made a motion to approve the application as submitted with staff's recommendations. The vote was (9) ayes, (0) nays, and (2) absent. The motion passed. The application was approved. iFA October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 10.1 FILE NO.: Z-10208 NAME: Rezoning from R-2 and POD to 0-2, C-3, and OS LOCATION: North and South sides of Cantrell Road, at LaMarche Drive DEVELOPER: Pfeifer Primary Residence Trust 16300 Cantrell Road Little Rock, AR 72223 OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT: Pfeifer Primary Residence Trust, 16500 LLC, Angela Beth Ward, Carl Lancaster (Owners) Tim Daters (Agent) RVEYOR/ENGINEER: White - Daters & Associates 24 Rahling Circle Little Rock, AR 72223 AREA: 52.62 acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 5 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF WARD: 5 PLANNING DISTRICT: 20 CENSUS TRACT: 42.05 CURRENT ZONING: R-2 and POD VARIANCE/WAIVERS: None Requested A. ROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT: The applicant proposes to rezone a total of 56.62 acres from R-2 and POD to 0- 2, C-3 and OS. The rezoning is proposed for future development. B. EXISTING CONDITIONS: The property on the north side of Cantrell Road is occupied by a single-family residence and associated accessory structures. The remainder of the property is undeveloped. The property on the south side of Cantrell Road is occupied by two October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 10.1 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10208 (2) single family residences. 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): Any new development shall be permitted and receive all reviews to ensure all codes, specifications, and ordinances are met. ENGINEERING COMMENTS PUBLIC WORKS): 1. In accordance with Section 31-176, floodway areas must be shown as floodway easements or be dedicated to the public. In addition, a 25-foot-wide drainage and access easement is required adjacent to the floodway boundary. 2. At the time of building permit, Cantrell Road is classified on the Master Street Plan as a principal arterial. Dedication of right-of-way to 55 feet from centerline will be required. 3. Lamarche Drive is classified on the Master Street Plan as a collector street. A dedication of right-of-way 30 feet from centerline will be required. 4. A 20 feet radial dedication of right-of-way is required at the intersection of Cantrell Road and Lamarche Drive. 5. Portions of the property are within the 100-year floodplain and the regulatory floodway. Codes and requirements from Chap. 13, Floods of the Little Rock Municipal Code apply at time of development. E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING: Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: No comments. Entergy: No comments received. Summit Energy: No comments. AT & T: No comments received. 2 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.. 10.1 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10208 Central Arkansas Water: Reference Existing 10' utility easement on the north side of Cantrell, an existing 12" cast iron main is located inside this easement. Instrument # 79-08992 and 79- 32520. Fire Department: Must Comply with Arkansas Fire Prevention Code 2021 edition All projects submitted for zoning approval must comply with the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code, 2021 Edition, including any comments or requirements provided by the Little Rock Fire Marshal's Office, prior to acceptance. Maintain Access: Fire Hydrants. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders. Grade Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief. 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 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 'I 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. Commercial and Industrial Developments — 2 means of access. - Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D104.1 Buildings exceeding three stories or 30 feet in height. Building or facilities exceeding 30 feet or three stories in height shall have at least two means of fire apparatus access for each structure. Section D104.2 Building exceeding 62,000 square feet in area. Buildings or facilities having a gross building area of more than 62,000 square feet shall be provide with two separate and approved fire apparatus access roads. Exception: Projects having a gross building area of up to 124,000 square feet that have a single approved fire apparatus access road when all building are equipped throughout with approved automatic sprinkler systems. 3 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 10.1 [Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10208 D104.3 Remoteness. Where two fire apparatus access roads are required, they shall be placed a distance apart equal to not less than one half of the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the lot or area to be served, measured in a straight line between accesses. 30' Tall Buildings - Maintain aerial fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D105.1 — D105.4 D105.1 Where Required. Where the vertical distance between the grade plane and the highest roof surface exceed 30', approved aerial fire apparatus access roads shall be provided. For the purposes of this section the highest roof surfaces shall be determined by measurement to the eave of a pitched roof, the intersection of a roof to the exterior wall, or the top of the parapet walls, whichever is greater. D105.2 Width. Aerial fire apparatus access roads shall have a minimum unobstructed with of 26', exclusive of shoulders, in the immediate vicinity of the building or portion thereof. D105.3 Proximity to building. At least one of the required access routes meeting this condition shall be located within a minimum of 15 feet and a maximum of 30 feet from the building, and shall be positioned parallel to one entire side of the building. The side of the building on which the aerial fire apparatus access road is positioned shall be approved by the fire code official. D105.4 Obstructions. Overhead utility and power lines shall not be located over the aerial fire apparatus access road or between the aerial fire apparatus road and the building. Other obstructions shall be permitted to be places with the approval of the fire code official. Dead Ends. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at dead end locations as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.4 Dead Ends. Dead- end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet shall be provided with width and turnaround provisions in accordance with Table D103.4. Requirements for Dead-end fire apparatus access roads. Gates Maintain fire apparatus access road gates as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.5 Fire apparatus access road gates. Gates securing the fire apparatus access roads shall comply with all of the following criteria: 1. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet. 2. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type. 3. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by one person. 4. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times and replaces or repaired when defective. 0 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 10.1 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10208 5. Electric gates shall be equipped with a means of opening the gate by fire department personnel for emergency access. Emergency opening devices shall be approved by the fire code official. 6. Manual opening gates shall not be locked with a padlock or chain and padlock unless they are capable of being opened by means of forcible entry tools or when a key box containing the keys to the lock is installed at the gate location. 7. Locking device specifications shall be submitted for approval \by the fire code official 8. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL 325. 9. Gates, intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed and installed to comply with requirements of ASTM F 2200. Fire Hydrants Locate Fire Hydrants as per Appendix C of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code. Section C101 — C105, in conjunction with Central Arkansas Water (Daniel Tull 501-377-1245) and the Little Rock Fire Marshals Office (Capt. Tony Rhodes 501-918-3757, or Fire Marshal Derek N Ingram 501-918-3756 Number and Distribution of Fire Hydrants as per Table C105.1. If you have any additional questions please contact our office.. Contact Capt. Tony Rhodes at (501) 918-3757, or Fire Marshal Derek N Ingram (501) 918-3756. Parks and Recreation: No comments received. County Planning: No comments received. F. BUILDING CODESILANDSCAPE: Building Code: No comments received. Landscape: No Comments. G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING: Rock Region Metro: No comments Received. Planning Division: Land Use Plan: The request is in Planning District 19, the Chenal Planning District. The development principles of the district include developing roads for all modes of transportation, and the preservation of greenways, open spaces, and significant environmental features. The Land Use Plan shows Park/Open space PK/OS, 5 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 10.1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10208 Residential Low (RL) Density use, and Transition (T) use for the requested area. The Park/Open Space (PK/OS) category includes all public parks, recreation facilities, greenbelts, flood plains, and other designated open space and recreational land. The application is for Rezoning from R2 and POD to C-2, C-3, and OS. Future Land Use Plan for Z-10208 'o r r ag IFrn R ce, us 1 � *� Z-1D210 z' �.f+{ 'so RL •� --ram r �- Irq i:U r R � RL ; L� # a r PK I S a r' r # ' RL r Z-10208 RL T � a• �' , �H�NA5PAAIS-�' T\ T � r ,MIAn - PI r—.T.r-sQI T CL a-L0NGL.EAFCv RL -- 1 Feet I I i I i i I N Scale:1:7,500 A. The application north of Cantrell Road is an area designated for Transition (T) uses that is characterized by a single-family residence toward the east and pasture to 0 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 10.1 (Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10208 the west. North of the Transition area is designated as Residential Low Density (RL) uses which is undeveloped and wooded. Along the northern boundary of the western portion of the application adjoining area on the east boundary is designated for Park/Open Space (PK/OS) use along tributaries of the Little Maumelle River which serve to buffer the floodway. North of the PK/OS area is designated as Residential Low Density (RL) uses which is also undeveloped and wooded. Surrounding the application north of Cantrell Rd to the west is area designated for Suburban Office (SO) uses characterized by a mixture of site built and manufactured homes. North of the SO area is designated for RL use, crossed by PK/OS along a tributary of the Little Maumelle River, that is the location of the Pinnacle View Middle School athletic facility. North of the application is an area designated RL which is wooded and undeveloped. East of the application, across the PK/OS area, is designated for RL uses and is characterized by single-family homes in developed subdivisions. South of the RL area, along Cantrell Rd is area of T use characterized by two undeveloped lots, an insurance agent's office in a converted single-family home, and service company office. The application south of Cantrell Road is in an area designated for Transition (T) uses that is characterized by three (3) single-family homes and one (1) manufactured home. Along the east boundary is area designated for Park/Open Space (PK/OS) use along a tributary of the Little Maumelle River which buffers the floodway. Surrounding the application south of Cantrell Rd to the west is area designated for Public/Institutional uses and is the site of the Don Roberts Elementary School. South of the application is an area designated for Transition (T) uses that is characterized by 3 vacant lots and 4 single-family homes on large lots. Beyond the T area to the south is designated RL and is characterized by single-family homes in developed subdivisions. East of the application, across the PK/OS area along Taylor Loop Creek, is designated for Transition (T) uses that is characterized by a mixed office and commercial strip development and a self -storage facility. The subject site is located in the Highway 10 Design Overlay District (Ord. 15965, 1990). The Highway 10 Design Overlay District regulates standards for setbacks, landscaping, signage, lighting and other design criteria. A Planned Zoning District is required unless the application conforms to the Design Overlay standards for Highway 10 (Cantrell Road). Uses which may be considered, are lower -density multifamily residential and offices uses if the proposal is compatible with quality of life in nearby residential areas. 7 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 10.1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10208 Master Street Plan for Z-10208 C tv D ■ ■ "j wftmms 1/0 Z-10208 CV k 02 1'0 4K4 fir4P LU THOMAS PARK- P'D 01Y >. LLJ Ln LI LU Z-10208i tu _j LL EI-T - IJO in, W G-LONGL-EAF GV Z t -J LU In L� LU ail ! 0 500 1,000 I I I I I 2,000 Feet Scale: 1:7,500 Master Street Plan: Cantrell Rd. 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 N A October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 10.1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10208 required. Sidewalks are required on both sides. This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements. Bicycle Plan: Cantrell Rd. is on the Master Bike Plan as a Proposed Class I Bike Path. Class I Bike Paths are a route designated for the sole use of bicycles that is physically separated from vehicular lanes. Historic Preservation Plan: The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources. ANALYSIS: The applicant proposes to rezone a total of 56.62 acres from R-2 and POD to 0- 2, C-3 and OS. The rezoning is proposed for future development. The property on the north side of Cantrell Road is occupied by a single-family residence and associated accessory structures. The remainder of the property is undeveloped. The property on the south side of Cantrell Road is occupied by two (2) single family residences. The applicant has divided the property into six (6) acres for the proposed rezoning as follows: 1. 18.46 acres POD to C-3 2. 12.41 acres R-2 to 0-2 3. 12.38 acres R-2 to OS 4. 8.39 acres R-2 to C-3 5. 3.99 acres R-2 to C-3 6. 0.99 acre R-2 to OS The OS zoning is proposed to recognize existing floodway areas. The City's Future Land Use Plan designates the property as T, RL, and PK/OS. A land use plan amendment for the proposed rezoning is a separate on this agenda. Staff is supportive of the requested rezoning. Staff views the request as reasonable. The properties along Cantrell Road in this general area contain a mixture of office and commercial zoning and uses. The proposed 0-2 zoning will represent a transition from the commercial along Cantrell Road to the single-family properties further to the north. The proposed OS zoning will serve as a buffer 10.: October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 10.1 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10208 between the proposed office and commercial zoning and the residential zoning to the east. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested 0-2, C-3 and OS rezoning. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (OCTOBER 9, 2025) The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. The item was removed from the consent agenda to address questions by the commission. Commissioner Russell expressed concerns about the lack of information regarding future development of the sites, perceived subdivision of the land, and the protection of active wetlands within the area and the lack of environmental statistics for the wetlands. Staff clarified that the application did not include the request to subdivide land. Mr. Daters, the applicant's agent, addressed concerns regarding the treatment of the tributaries, stormwater facilities, and environmental features as well as clarifying that the requested land use amendments are a preliminary step to future development plans. Commissioner Russell said his concerns had been addressed. Commissioner Baxter made a motion to approve the application as submitted with staffs recommendations. The vote was (9) ayes, (0) nays, and (2) absent. The motion passed. The application was approved. 10 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 11 FILE NO.: Z-6841-F NAME: Hunsicker — PCD LOCATION: 600 N. Tyler Street DEVELOPER: Sydney Hunsicker & Jack Lloyd (Owner) 412 Valentine Street Little Rock, AR 72205 SURVEYOR/ENGINEER: Brooks Surveying, Incorporated 20820 Arch Street Pike Hensley, AR 72065 AREA: 0.14 acre NUMBER OF LOTS: 1.5 WARD: 3 PLANNING DISTRICT: 4 CURRENT ZONING: PD-C BACKGROUND: FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF CENSUS TRACT: 15.01 On September 15, 1998, the Board of Directors approved rezoning of the site from R-3 to PD-C to allow the existing building to be utilized as a small neighborhood restaurant (Ordinance No. 17820). On November 10, 2005, the Planning Commission denied the request to extend operating hours and additional seating. On February 16, 2006, the Board of Directors reviewed the request and sent it back to the Planning Commission. On April 18, 2006, the Board of Directors denied the application as filed. In 2016 the applicant applied to revise the PD-C. On February 2, 2016, the Board of Directors approved the application to extend operation hours (Ordinance No, 21,161). On June 10, 2025, the property was purchased by a new owner who intends to develop the site for commercial and residential uses. October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 11 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-6841-F A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT: The current owner and applicant is now proposing to rezone the property from PD- C to PCD to allow the site to be utilized for barber/beauty use. The applicant is also proposing to build and occupy a new single-family residence in the rear of property. B. EXISTING CONDITIONS: The site contains an existing one-story, 1,324 square foot, wood -framed building with a 16x10 foot wood deck at the southeast corner of the building. Properties surrounding the site contain single-family uses and zoning in all directions. Fair Park Elementary School is located to the east, across N. Tyler Street. 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. Provide a parking plan including driveways and accessible parking as required for the change of use and newly proposed commercial business. 2. Deck out front shall have a franchise permit applied for with Public Works, please provide approval. 3. Deck ramp doesn't currently meet ADA standards and shall meet current adopted codes for compliance per change of use. 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. 2 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 11 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-6841-F ENGINEERING COMMENTS PUBLIC WORKS): 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: 1. All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water service must be met. Fire Department: Must Comply with Arkansas Fire Prevention Code 2021 edition All projects submitted for zoning approval must comply with the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code, 2021 Edition, including any comments or requirements provided by the Little Rock Fire Marshal's Office, prior to acceptance. Maintain Access: Fire Hydrants. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders. Grade Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief. If the grade exceeds 10 percent, approval will be denied, and the applicant must submit request to be reviewed by Fire Chief for Approval. 3 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 11 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-6841-F Low Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading. Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus access road with asphalt, concrete or other approved driving surface capable of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds. Commercial and Industrial Developments — 2 means of access. - Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D104.1 Buildings exceeding three stories or 30 feet in height. Buildings or facilities exceeding 30 feet or three stories in height shall have at least two means of fire apparatus access for each structure. Section D104.2 Building exceeding 62,000 square feet in area. Buildings or facilities having a gross building area of more than 62,000 square feet shall be provided with two separate and approved fire apparatus access roads. Exception: Projects having a gross building area of up to 124,000 square feet that have a single approved fire apparatus access road when all buildings are equipped throughout with approved automatic sprinkler systems. D104.3 Remoteness. Where two fire apparatus access roads are required, they shall be placed a distance apart equal to not less than one half of the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the lot or area to be served, measured in a straight line between accesses 30' Tall Buildings - Maintain aerial fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D105.1 — D105.4 D105.1 Where Required. Where the vertical distance between the grade plane and the highest roof surface exceeds 30', approved aerial fire apparatus access roads shall be provided. For the purposes of this section the highest roof surfaces shall be determined by measurement to the eave of a pitched roof, the intersection of a roof to the exterior wall, or the top of the parapet walls, whichever is greater. D105.2 Width. Aerial fire apparatus access roads shall have a minimum unobstructed with of 26', exclusive of shoulders, in the immediate vicinity of the building or portion thereof. 4 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 11 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-6841-F D105.3 Proximity to building. At least one of the required access routes meeting this condition shall be located within a minimum of 15 feet and a maximum of 30 feet from the building and shall be positioned parallel to one entire side of the building. The side of the building on which the aerial fire apparatus access road is positioned shall be approved by the fire code official. D105.4 Obstructions. Overhead utility and power lines shall not be located over the aerial fire apparatus access road or between the aerial fire apparatus road and the building. Other obstructions shall be permitted to be placed with the approval of the fire code official. Fire Hydrants Locate Fire Hydrants as per Appendix C of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code. Section C101 — C105, in conjunction with Central Arkansas Water (Daniel Tull 501-377-1245) and the Little Rock Fire Marshals Office (Capt. Tony Rhodes 501-918-3757, or Fire Marshal Derek N Ingram 501-918-3756 Number and Distribution of Fire Hydrants as per Table C105.1. If you have any additional questions, please contact our office.. Contact Capt. Tony Rhodes at (501) 918-3757, or Fire Marshal Derek N Ingram (501) 918-3756. Must Comply with Arkansas Fire Prevention Code 2021 edition All projects submitted for zoning approval must comply with the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code, 2021 Edition, including any comments or requirements provided by the Little Rock Fire Marshal's Office, prior to acceptance. Maintain Access: Fire Hydrants. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders. Grade Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief. If the grade exceeds 10 percent, approval will be denied, and the applicant must submit request to be reviewed by Fire Chief for Approval. 5 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 11 Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-6841-F Loading Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading. Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus access road with asphalt, concrete or other approved driving surface capable of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds. Commercial and Industrial Developments — 2 means of access. - Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D104.1 Buildings exceeding three stories or 30 feet in height. Buildings or facilities exceeding 30 feet or three stories in height shall have at least two means of fire apparatus access for each structure. Section D104.2 Building exceeding 62,000 square feet in area. Buildings or facilities having a gross building area of more than 62,000 square feet shall be provided with two separate and approved fire apparatus access roads. Exception: Projects having a gross building area of up to 124,000 square feet that have a single approved fire apparatus access road when all buildings are equipped throughout with approved automatic sprinkler systems. D104.3 Remoteness. Where two fire apparatus access roads are required, they shall be placed a distance apart equal to not less than one half of the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the lot or area to be served, measured in a straight line between accesses. F. BUILDING CODESIANDSCAPE- Building Codes: No comments received. Landscape: 1. Any new site development must comply with Chapter 36, Article IX — Buffers and Screening. 2. Site development plans must be submitted for review, and approval, prior to site clearing and tree removal. �-J October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 11 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-6841-F G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING: Rock Region Metro: No comments received. Planning Division: Land Use Plan The request is in Planning District 4, the Heights/Hillcrest Planning District. The Development Principals of this district stress preservation and enhancement of the unique and positive features of this section of the city. The Land Use Plan shows Residential Low (RL) Density use for the requested area. The Residential Low Density (RL) 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 PCD. 7 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 11(Cont.)FILE NO.: Z-6841-F Future Land Use Plan for Z-6841-F FGwcs � �e.�' AW 2 ! J � 1 �, ■.a r.rrr� 1 Z•68r1-F errrr.__� - - RL NOOmWN DR ! - 1 11 L _ LEE AV= - J 11 9J_;n ,nn API DR i nnn F I N Scale: 1:2,000 A The application is surrounded on the north, west and south by areas designated for Residential Low (RL) Density use characterized by single family houses as well as duplexes and small-scale multifamily units in developed neighborhoods. East of the application is an area of Public/Institutional use which is the Fair Park Early Childhood Center. The subject site is located in the Hillcrest Design Overlay District (Ord. 20,223). The purpose of the Hillcrest Design Overlay District is to help maintain the built environment in a neighborhood that is rich in history and architectural character and consists of both a vital residential area and a thriving commercial sector. In order to preserve and enhance those qualities, compatible design and scale of buildings, parking areas, signage, landscaping, streetscapes, and street October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 11 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-6841-F furnishings are required such that the friendly, pedestrian -oriented, "small-town" nature of the neighborhood is continued. Master Street Plan for Z-6841-F F 51 '�- I r w x E j�� '_� , Ills T 4_ — I E-nSa7-F i 1 —WOODLAWN DR• �— g{K�wnv+Il•aaur _ilia 2 r r,. IPIO ?"in500 1.000 Feet Scale; 12,ODo Master Street Plan: Woodlawn Dr and N Tyler St are Local Streets 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. 9 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 11 Bicycle Plan: FILE NO.: Z-6841-F Woodlawn Dr and N Tyler St are not shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing or proposed facilities in this area. Historic Preservation Plan: It is staff's understanding that the applicant is currently pursuing a Determination of Eligibility for potential nomination of the site to the National Register of Historic Places. 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 to accommodate a new use consider its potential adverse impacts to the site and adjacent historic sites. Staff finds the proposal will not adversely affect the existing historic fabric and context of the area if changes are sensitively implemented and follow national preservation standards. The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources H. ANALYSIS: The current owner and applicant is now proposing to rezone the property from PD- C to PCD to allow the site to be utilized for barber/beauty use. The applicant is also proposing to build and occupy a new single-family residence in the rear of property. The site contains an existing one-story, 1,324 square foot, wood -framed building with a 16x10 foot wood deck at the southeast corner of the building. Properties surrounding the site contain single-family uses and zoning in all directions. Fair Park Elementary School is located to the east, across N. Tyler Street. The existing wood framed structure at the northwest corner of N. Tyler and Woodlawn Streets will be renovated and will contain the barber/beauty use, with C-1 permitted uses as an alternate use. The applicant will construct a new deck on the rear of the existing structure, with ramps to serve as handicap accessibility. The applicant must obtain a franchise permit for the deck at the front corner of the structure, as it encroaches into the right -of way. Operating hours will be from 9:OOam to 7:OOpm during days of operation and will contain six (6) personal service professionals providing a low-tox/no-tox, cleaner - air salon experience, hair stylists, estheticians, massage therapists and varying professional services to approximately six (6) to eight (8) clients at any given time. 10 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 11 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-6841-F The applicant also proposes to construct and occupy a two-story, detached 1,137 square foot single-family residence in the rear of the property. The site plan shows the residence will be setback five (5) feet from the north and south property lines, and a fifteen (15) foot building setback from the rear property line. The single-family residence shall not exceed thirty-five (35) feet in height. Section 36-502 requires one (1) parking space for the proposed single-family dwelling. The applicant will provide approximately four (4) parking spaces off the alley for the residence. Section 36-502 would typically require six (6) parking spaces for the proposed salon use. The applicant notes that there are six (6) to seven (7) on -street parking spaces along the frontage of this lot. The past commercial use of this property has utilized on -street parking. Staff feels that the overall parking plan for the development is sufficient to serve both uses. The applicant did not provide a sign plan with this application. Any future signage must comply with Section 36-555 of the City's Zoning Ordinance (signs allowed in commercial zones) for the barber/beauty use, and Section 36-551 of the City's Zoning Ordinance (signs permitted in residential one — and two — family zones) for the single-family residence. The applicant notes that normal city trash collection will be utilized for commercial and residential use. If a dumpster is placed on the property, it must be screened and comply with Section 36-523 of the City's Zoning Ordinance. The site plan shows existing perimeter fencing. Any new fence erected in the future must comply with Section 36-516 of the City's Zoning Ordinance. All lighting must be low-level and directed away from adjacent properties. 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 commercial and residential use will have less impact within the general area as the proposed use will serve the community with a broader range of services than the previous restaurant use. Although there may be a minor increase in traffic, staff feels the proposed development will not have an adverse impact on the surrounding properties. 11 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 11 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-6841-F STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested PCD zoning, 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: (OCTOBER 9, 2025) The applicant was present. There was one (1) person registered in opposition. The item was taken off the Consent Agenda and opened for discussion. Joel Rodriguez expressed concerns about parking and the congestion in the area. After some discussion there was a motion to approve the application. There was a second. The vote was (9) ayes, (0) nays and (2) absent. The motion passed. The application was approved. 12 October 9, 2025 TEM NO.: 12 NAME: Wyatt — PD-C LOCATION: 3122 Marshall Street DEVELOPER: MW Enterprises (Owner) 3734 Slauson Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90043 SURVEYOR/ENGINEER: Tucker Land Surveying P.O. Box 116 Cabot, AR 72023 AREA: 0.32 acre idi%1Velm NUMBER OF LOTS: 2 PLANNING DISTRICT: 8 CURRENT ZONING: R-3 A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT: FILE NO.: Z- FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF CENSUS TRACT: 11 The applicant is proposing to rezone the site from R-3 to PD-C to utilize the property as a neighborhood grocery store. B. EXISTING CONDITIONS: The property contains an existing 1,912 square foot, wood -framed building that historically operated as a grocery store servicing the neighborhood at large. The store has been out of operation for a long period of time. The applicant has cleared the site of unnecessary trees, rubbish and debris accumulated over time. Properties surrounding the site contain a mixture of zoning and uses. C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: 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. October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 12 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10196 D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PLANNING): On September 9, 2025, staff met with the applicant to discuss technical issues associated with the proposed development. The applicant provided responses and revised site plan to staff regarding fencing, dumpster screening and location, and driveway access details. Staff notes that there are no additional questions or concerns regarding this application. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS): 1. Due to the proposed use of the property, the Master Street Plan specifies that Marshall Street for the frontage of the property must meet commercial street standards. Dedicate right-of-way of 30 feet from the centerline. 2. Due to the proposed use of the property, the Master Street Plan specifies that W. 32"d Street for the frontage of the property must meet commercial street standards. Dedicate right-of-way of 30 feet from the centerline. 3. A 20 foot radial dedication of right-of-way is required at the intersection of Marshall and 32nd Street. 4. Sidewalks with appropriate handicap ramps are required in accordance with Sec. 31-175 of the Little Rock Code and the Master Street Plan adjacent to W. 32"d Street. 5. 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. 6. Show the location and dimensions on the site plan of the proposed commercial driveway accessing the parking lot as far from Marshall Street as feasible. E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING: Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: No comments. Entergy: No comments received. Summit Utilities: No comments received. AT & T: No comments received. Central Arkansas Water: 1. All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of the request for water must be met. 2 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 12 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10196 Fire Department: Must Comply with Arkansas Fire Prevention Code 2021 edition All projects submitted for zoning approval must comply with the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code, 2021 Edition, including any comments or requirements provided by the Little Rock Fire Marshal's Office, prior to acceptance. Maintain Access: Fire Hydrants. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders. Grade Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief. If the grade exceeds 10 percent, approval will be denied, and the applicant must submit request to be reviewed by Fire Chief for Approval. Loadin Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading. Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus access road with asphalt, concrete or other approved driving surface capable of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds. Commercial and Industrial Developments — 2 means of access. - Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1. Section D104.1 Buildings exceeding three stories or 30 feet in height. Buildings or facilities exceeding 30 feet or three stories in height shall have at least two means of fire apparatus access for each structure. Section D104.2 Building exceeding 62,000 square feet in area. Buildings or facilities having a gross building area of more than 62,000 square feet shall be provided with two separate and approved fire apparatus access roads. October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 12 FILE NO.: Z-10196 Exception: Projects having a gross building area of up to 124,000 square feet that have a single approved fire apparatus access road when all buildings are equipped throughout with approved automatic sprinkler systems. D104.3 Remoteness. Where two fire apparatus access roads are required, they shall be placed a distance apart equal to not less than one half of the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the lot or area to be served, measured in a straight line between accesses. 30' Tall Buildings - Maintain aerial fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D105.1 — D105.4 D105.1 Where Required. Where the vertical distance between the grade plane and the highest roof surface exceeds 30', approved aerial fire apparatus access roads shall be provided. For the purposes of this section the highest roof surfaces shall be determined by measurement to the eave of a pitched roof, the intersection of a roof to the exterior wall, or the top of the parapet walls, whichever is greater. D105.2 Width. Aerial fire apparatus access roads shall have a minimum unobstructed with of 26', exclusive of shoulders, in the immediate vicinity of the building or portion thereof. D105.3 Proximity to building. At least one of the required access routes meeting this condition shall be located within a minimum of 15 feet and a maximum of 30 feet from the building and shall be positioned parallel to one entire side of the building. The side of the building on which the aerial fire apparatus access road is positioned shall be approved by the fire code official. D105.4 Obstructions. Overhead utility and power lines shall not be located over the aerial fire apparatus access road or between the aerial fire apparatus road and the building. Other obstructions shall be permitted to be placed with the approval of the fire code official. Fire Hydrants Locate Fire Hydrants as per Appendix C of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code. Section C101 — C105, in conjunction with Central Arkansas Water (Daniel Tull 501-377-1245) and the Little Rock Fire Marshals Office (Capt. Tony Rhodes 501-918-3757, or Fire Marshal Derek N Ingram 501-918-3756 Number and Distribution of Fire Hydrants as per Table C105.1. 12 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 12 (Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10196 If you have any additional questions, please contact our office.. Contact Capt. Tony Rhodes at (501) 918-3757, or Fire Marshal Derek N Ingram (501) 918-3756. Parks and Recreation: No comments received. F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE: Building Code: No comments received. 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 Planning District 8, the Central City Planning District. The Development Principals of this district include strengthening the existing development and better define single-family and non-residential use areas by neighborhood oriented commercial uses. The Land Use Plan shows Public/Institutional (PI) uses for the requested area. The Public/Institutional (PI) category includes public and quasi -public facilities that provide a variety of services to the community such as schools, libraries, fire stations, churches, utility substations, and hospitals. The application for PD-C for a neighborhood market. 5 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 12 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10196 Future Land Use Plan for Z-10196 u, I , L2 f �� sztup sr _ j Z,Gigs , RL+— - y -� Future Land Use Plan El .fir J eei I N saw:12'm A Surrounding the application are Residential Low (RL) Density uses characterized by single-family homes and duplexes. This site is not located in an Overlay District. L October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 12 (Cont. Master Street Plan for Z-10196 i J�W 32Np 5T_ F_3 j Z-i9796_ ii i FILE NO.: Z-10196 � � � w-37NCt•Si---- - I�: L—� 1 a5a 500 1,000 Feel scale:1:Z000 Master Street Plan: Marshall St and W 32"d St are Local Streets 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: Marshall St and W 32"d St 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. 7 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 12 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10196 H. ANALYSIS: The applicant is proposing to rezone the site from R-3 to PD-C to utilize the property as a neighborhood grocery store. The property contains an existing 1,912 square foot, wood -framed building that historically operated as a grocery store servicing the neighborhood at large. The store has been out of operation for a long period of time. The applicant has cleared the site of unnecessary trees, rubbish and debris accumulated over time. Properties surrounding the site contain a mixture of zoning and uses. The existing building will be remodeled for the proposed neighborhood grocery store use. Operating hours will be Monday through Sunday, from 7:00am to 7:00pm, and a maximum of three (3) employees at any given time. Access to the property will be from the twenty (20) foot wide alley along the west property line. The applicant is proposing to develop the ally according to Master Street Plan standards from W. 32"d Street, through the north property line to service wheeled traffic entering the parking lot. Staff supports the proposed access. Section 36-502 of the City's Zoning Ordinance typically requires a minimum of ten (10) parking spaces for the proposed use. The site plan shows eight (8) parking spaces, including one (1) required ADA compliant parking space. On -street parking is allowed in the area. Staff feels the parking is sufficient to serve the proposed use. The site plan shows a dumpster location on the south side of the building along W. 32"d Street. Any dumpster placed on the site must be screened as per Section 36- 523 of the City's Zoning Ordinance. The applicant notes that all landscaping will comply with all Chapter 15 (Landscape Ordinance) for screening, landscaping, and buffer requirements. The applicant is not requesting any signs with this application. Any future signs must comply with Section 36-555 of the City's Zoning Ordinance (signs permitted in commercial zones). The site plan shows perimeter fencing along the north, south and west property lines. Any new fencing or wall erected must comply with Section 36-516 of the City's Zoning Ordinance. The existing fence must be maintained as required. All site lighting shall be low-level and directed away from adjacent properties. October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 12 (Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10196 Staff is supportive of the requested PD-C zoning. The property historically operated as a neighborhood grocery store servicing the community at large. Following the previous grocery store use, the building operated as community church. The applicant notes that, in addition to the grocery store use, the store will operate as a "mini mart" providing food items, fresh fruits and vegetables, therefore helping to address the food desert concerns associated with many communities throughout the city. Although there will be a minor increase in traffic, most parking will occur in the rear of the building. Additional on -street parking is also available along Marshall Street. Staff feels the proposed use will have no adverse impact on the surrounding properties. I. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested PD-C zoning, 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: (OCTOBER 9, 2025) The applicant was present. There were three (3) persons registered in opposition. The item was taken off the Consent Agenda and opened for discussion. Clara Taylor expressed concerns about traffic in the undeveloped alley that is directly behind her house which could potentially affect her grandchildren. Both Clara Taylor and Sondra Thomas shared concerns about possible loitering, traffic congestion for a quiet neighborhood, other convenience stores are already within a close vicinity, and the hours of operation. Ms. Westerly chose not to voice her concerns. After some discussion there was a motion to defer the application. There was a second. The vote was (9) ayes, (0) nays and (2) absent. The motion passed. The application was deferred to the November 13, 2025 Planning Commission Hearing date. October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 13 NAME: Wyatt — PD-R LOCATION: 2802/2804 Marshall Street DEVELOPER: MW Enterprises (Owner) 3734 Slauson Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90043 SURVEYOR/ENGINEER: Tucker Land Surveying P.O. Box 116 Cabot, AR 72023 AREA: 0.32 acre WARD: 1 CURRENT ZONING: R-4 VARIANCEM/AIVERS: None requested. NUMBER OF LOTS: 2 PLANNING DISTRICT: 8 ILE NO.: Z-10150 FT. NEW STREET: 0 CENSUS TRACT: 11 A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT: The applicant is proposing to rezone the site from R-4 to PD-R to construct a six (6) unit, multi -family, residential development. The owner will not reside on the property. All units will be for rent/lease. B. EXISTING CONDITIONS: The site undeveloped and contains mature trees throughout the property. Properties in the surrounding area contain a mixture of zoning and uses. October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 13 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10150 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): The applicant has revised the site plan according to Civil Engineering comments. Any additional Engineering comments will be reviewed during the building permit process. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS)- 1 . Due to the proposed use of the property, the Master Street Plan specifies that Marshall Street for the frontage of the property must meet commercial street standards. Dedicate right-of-way of 30 feet from the centerline. 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. Sidewalks with appropriate handicap ramps are required in accordance with Sec. 31-175 of the Little Rock Code and the Master Street Plan to be placed on Marshall Street. E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING: Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: 1. Capacity Contribution Fees may be required prior to approval. Entergy: No comments received. Summit Energy: 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. 2 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 13 (Cont. Fire Department: Fire Hydrants. FILE NO.: Z-101 Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders. Grade Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief. If the grade exceeds 10 percent, approval will be denied, and the applicant must submit request to be reviewed by Fire Chief for Approval. Loadinq Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading. Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus access road with asphalt, concrete or other approved driving surface capable of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds. Fire Hydrants Locate Fire Hydrants as per Appendix C of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code. Section C101 — C105, in conjunction with Central Arkansas Water (Daniel Tull 501-377-1245) and the Little Rock Fire Marshals Office (Capt. Tony Rhodes 501-918-3757, or Fire Marshal Derek N Ingram 501-918-3756 Number and Distribution of Fire Hydrants as per Table C105.1. If you have any additional questions, please contact our office.. Contact Capt. Tony Rhodes at (501) 918-3757, or Fire Marshal Derek N Ingram (501) 918-3756. Parks and Recreation: No comments received. 3 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.. 13 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10150 F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE: Building Code: a. Full plan review required b. Clear Site Plan with dimensions required. c. Asper 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: 1. 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.re proper venting of the attic space. 2. 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 5' from the property line: a. Exterior walls from 3 to 5' from the property line must be constructed of 1- hour fire rated material and the soffit must be constructed from 1-hour fire rated material. Soffit and gable vents are not allowed, and venting must be relocated to adjacent roof and wall sections. b. Fire Treated roof decking must extend 4' up the roof as per the Authority having jurisdiction. c. In applications 3' to 5' from the dwelling unit to the property line exterior windows are not allowed to exceed 25% of the wall area. 3. Zero Lot Line Construction must be processed through Zoning for such allowances. Once processed the following requirements apply. a. No part of the footing/foundation is allowed to extend beyond the property line or imaginary line of separation. b. No overhang is allowed closer than 2' from the property line or imaginary line and must be constructed from 1-hour fire- treated materials. c. Roof decking must have 4' of fire treated material for the entire length of the wall and turning 4' along the adjacent wall with hip roof construction. October 9, 2025 EM NO.: 13 FILE NO.: Z-10150 d. No windows or doors are allowed when the exterior wall is less than 3' from the property line or imaginary line. Windows are required in all sleeping rooms. e. No opening allowed on the front or back of the building closer than 3' to the property line or imaginary line. Utilities: Utilities are permitted below grade on property but cannot enter where dwellings are located less than 7' from the property line. HVAC Units must be located on dwelling unit property. 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: No comments received. Rock Region Metro: No comments received. Planning Division: The Planning Division has several concerns regarding the proposed site layout. The current design appears overbuilt with excessive impervious surfaces and no meaningful open space, despite the cover letter's claims of a central landscaped courtyard and pedestrian amenities, neither of which are reflected in the site plan. The area described as open space consists entirely of concrete, and there is no indication of pedestrian pathways. Additionally, the proposal includes a new curb cut along Marshall Street rather than utilizing the existing platted alley for vehicular access, which the Division discourages. The inconsistencies between the site plan and the cover letter raise concerns about the overall intent of the project. If a cottage courtyard development is the objective, the Division recommends a comprehensive revision of the site plan that prioritizes alley access for parking, reduces impervious surfaces, clearly defines the orientation of the townhomes in relation to the street, and integrates the intended amenities. 61 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 13(Cont.)FILE NO.: Z-10150 Land Use Plan: The request is in Planning District 8, the Central City Planning District. The development principles of this district include strengthening existing development supporting residential stability, encouraging neighborhood commercial uses, and encouraging compatible infill development. The Land Use Plan shows Residential Low (RL) for the requested area. The Residential Low (RL) Density 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 PD-R to allow six two-story townhomes. Future Land Use Plan for Z-10150 F-I _ L _..W-7.8Tii'ST L� P I r -� Z-10150 RL I x � r � LI -- `-Ji LDL L I J 0 250 500 1.000 Feet k I N Scale: 1:2,DDO A r lT October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 13 Cont. FILE NO.: 2-10150 Future Land Use Plan Northwest of the application is an area of Public/Institutional use characterized by a faith -based organization. The remainder of surrounding area is designated for Residential Low (RL) Density use and is characterized by single-family homes interspersed with duplexes. This site is not located in an Overlay District. Master Street Plan for Z-10150 al = w 28TH-s7 — — g L�� •rrrrrry Z-10150 j _ N-zsrrH:y� `� 0 290 50U 1.000 Fee! Scale: 1:Z000 Master Street Plan: Marshall St 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. tl October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 13 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10150 Bicycle Plan: Marshall St 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 the site from R-4 to PD-R to construct a six (6) unit, multi -family, residential development. The owner will not reside on the property. All units will be for rent/lease. The site is undeveloped and contains mature trees throughout the property. Properties in the surrounding area contain a mixture of zoning and uses. The site plan shows access to the development from a thirty-two (32) foot driveway apron extending from Marshall Street. The development will contain six (6) townhouse style units, approximately 790 square feet in area with a central landscaped courtyard and shared community amenities. The two (2) units in the eastern portion of the site show front building setbacks ranging from 6.7 feet to 7.10 feet from the front property line, five (5) foot side setbacks, and over twenty-five (25) foot rear setbacks for both units. The three (3) units in the western portion of the site show front building setbacks over twenty-five (25) feet from the front property line, five (5) foot side setbacks, and rear setbacks ranging from five (5) feet to 5.9 feet. Section 36-502 requires 1.5 parking spaces per unit. Each unit will contain a one - car garage. There is additional parking space within the common area. Staff feels the parking is sufficient to serve the use. The applicant notes that trash cans will be rolled curbside on trash collection day with a standard city issued trash bin, and that a designated trash storage area is located on the property. If a dumpster will be placed on the property any time in the future it must be screened and comply with Section 36-523 of the City's Zoning Ordinance. The applicant did not provide a signage plan at this time. All signs must comply October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 13(Cont.)FILE NO.: Z-10150 with Section 36-552 of the City's Zoning Ordinance (signs permitted multi -family zones). All sight lighting must be low-level and directed away from adjacent properties. The applicant notes the property will be secured with perimeter fencing. Any fence or wall erected must comply with Section 36-516 of the City's Zoning Ordinance. To staff's knowledge, there are no outstanding issues associated with this application. The applicant met with staff to resolve technical concerns raised during review of the application and provided adequate responses to staff. Staff feels that the proposed multi -family development will provide character and additional residential living alternatives towards in -filling undeveloped properties within this portion of the city. Several properties in the area contain undeveloped lots in all directions. Although the development will create a minor increase in traffic in the general area, staff feels it will not have an adverse impact on the surrounding properties. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested PD-R zoning, 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: (OCTOBER 9, 2025) The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. The item was removed from the consent agenda to address questions by the commission. Commissioner Russell expressed concerns about the site plan not meeting minimum standards and access being a one-way lane. After some discussion there was a motion to approve the application. There was a second. The vote was (8) ayes, (1) nays and (2) absent. The motion passed. The application was approved. 0 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 14 FILE NO.: Z-10201 NAME: Thomas Property Group — PD-R LOCATION: 2201 Rock Street DEVELOPER: Bud Thomas Property Group, LLC 17200 Chenal Parkway, Suite 300 Little Rock, AR 72223 OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT: Bud Thomas Property Group, LLC (Owner) Gar Nat Engineering (Agent) SURVEYOR/ENGINEER: Gar Nat Engineering P.O. Box 116 Benton, AR 72018 AREA: 0.25 acre CURRENT ZONING: R-4 NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 PLANNING DISTRICT: 8 VARIANCE/WAIVERS: None Requested STAFF UPDATE: FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF CENSUS TRACT: 46 On September 18, 2025 the applicant submitted a letter to staff requesting this application be deferred to the December 11, 2025 Planning Commission Agenda. Saff supports the deferral request. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (OCTOBER 9, 2025) The item was deferred to the December 11, 2025 agenda at the request of the applicant. October 9, 2025 M NO.: 1 NAME: Paris Jewelry Store LOCATION: 8505 Geyer Springs Road DEVELOPER: Abraham Nepomuceno (Owner) 76 Fletcher Ridge Circle Little Rock, AR 72223 OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT: Terry Burrus (Agent) 11912 Kanis, F-8 Little Rock, AR 72211 SURVEYOR/ENG[NEER: Brooks Surveying, Incorporated 20820 Arch Street Pike Hensley, AR 72065 AREA: 0.31 acre NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 WARD: 2 PLANNING DISTRICT: 14 CURRENT ZONING: 0-3 FILE NO.: Z-10205 FT. NEW STREET: 0 CENSUS TRACT: 41.07 A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT: The applicant is proposing to rezone the site from 0-3 to PD-C to allow for the development of a commercial retail jewelry store. The applicant is also requesting 0-3 permitted uses as alternate uses for the property. B. EXISTING CONDITIONS: The site contains an existing brick, commercial style building that will be demolished and replaced with a newly constructed building to serve the proposed use. The subject property is located due south of Interstate 30, along the east side of the Geyer Springs Road corridor (Minor Arterial). This corridor contains a mixture of commercial/ office zoning and uses in all directions. October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 15 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10205 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. Provide ADA accessible route from the public right of way to the proposed development in accordance with 36 CFR Part 1191 Section F206.2.1, "... at least one accessible route shall be provided within the site from accessible parking spaces and accessible passenger loading zones, public streets and sidewalks, and public transportation stops to the accessible building or facility entrance they serve." 2. The handicap stall shall be a van accessible stall at 11ft in width and a 5ft. minimum accessible aisle. 3. Look at widening your drive to fix the radius issue, maybe 30ft? 4. Where will your dumpsters be located? 5. Parking stalls on the west must be a minimum of 180 sgft. Please revise. 6. Fence proposed at rear shall be permitted separately. If it is 7ft or taller, then it shall be designed by an Arkansas Licensed Engineer (Structural). 7. Provide 25 year and 100 year storm event calculations at time of building permit. 8. A drainage study showing all hydrologic calculations for the site and all hydraulic calculations for the proposed storm sewer pipe system, swales and ditches, culverts, detention ponds, outlet structures, and inlets is required per City's stormwater management and drainage manual. For final drainage report, sign, date, and seal the report per AR State Board of Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors rules Article 12, Section B (1) (a). Provide engineer's certification statement saying this drainage report was conducted by yourself or directly under your supervision and attesting to the accuracy of the information within this report. 9. For final drainage report, sign, date, and seal the report per AR State Board of Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors rules Article 12, Section B (1) (a). 10. Provide engineer's certification statement saying this drainage report was conducted by yourself or directly under your supervision and attesting to the accuracy of the information within this report. 11. 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 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 15 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10205 12. Any work involving one (1) or more acres of disturbed area require a State of Arkansas NPDES permit. Contact the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality, NPDES branch at 501-682-0744 for applications and information about General Stormwater Discharge Construction Permit #ARR150000. 13. 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. 14. 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. 15.The Department requires three (3) phase sediment and erosion control (SEC) plans to be submitted for all construction projects showing best management practices (BMPs) for mitigating sediment runoff and erosion along with vegetation specifications for temporary and permanent soil stabilization. Phase 1 SEC plans shall show SEC BMPs during the stripping, clearing, grubbing, and rough grading of the site. Phase 2 SEC plans shall show SEC BMPs during construction of utilities, buildings, roadway infrastructure and drainage infrastructure. Phase 3 SEC Plans shall show SEC BMPs for final grading, seeding, and landscaping of the site. 16. Sediment and Erosion Control plans shall also show the pertinent information as outlined in ADEQ ARR150000 Permit Part II section A-4-H (1-14) and Part II section A-4-1-2 (A-B). ENGINEERING COMMENTS PUBLIC WORKS): 1. Due to the proposed use of the property, the Master Street Plan specifies that Marshall Street for the frontage of this property must meet commercial street standards. Dedicate right-of-way to 30 feet from centerline. 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. Sidewalks with appropriate handicap ramps are required in accordance with Sec. 31-175 of the Little Rock Code and the Master Street Plan to be placed adjacent to Marshall St. 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. K October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 15 (Cont. Central Arkansas Water: FILE NO.: Z-10205 1. All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water service must be met. Fire Department: Must Comply with Arkansas Fire Prevention Code 2021 edition All projects submitted for zoning approval must comply with the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code, 2021 Edition, including any comments or requirements provided by the Little Rock Fire Marshal's Office, prior to acceptance. Maintain Access: Fire Hvdrants. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders. Grade Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief. 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 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading. Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus access road with asphalt, concrete or other approved driving surface capable of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds. Commercial and Industrial Developments — 2 means of access. - Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1. October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 15 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10205 Section D104.1 Buildings exceeding three stories or 30 feet in height. Buildings or facilities exceeding 30 feet or three stories in height shall have at least two means of fire apparatus access for each structure. Section D104.2 Building exceeding 62,000 square feet in area. Buildings or facilities having a gross building area of more than 62,000 square feet shall be provided with two separate and approved fire apparatus access roads. Exception: Projects having a gross building area of up to 124,000 square feet that have a single approved fire apparatus access road when all buildings are equipped throughout with approved automatic sprinkler systems. D104.3 Remoteness. Where two fire apparatus access roads are required, they shall be placed a distance apart equal to not less than one half of the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the lot or area to be served, measured in a straight line between accesses. Fire Hydrants Locate Fire Hydrants as per Appendix C of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code. Section C101 — C105, in conjunction with Central Arkansas Water (Daniel Tull 501-377-1245) and the Little Rock Fire Marshals Office (Capt. Tony Rhodes 501-918-3757, or Fire Marshal Derek N Ingram 501-918-3756 Number and Distribution of Fire Hydrants as per Table C105.1. If you have any additional questions, please contact our office.. Contact Capt. Tony Rhodes at (501) 918-3757, or Fire Marshal Derek N Ingram (501) 918-3756. Parks and Recreation: No comments received. F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE: Building Codes: No comments received. 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. 5 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.. 15 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10205 G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING: No comments received. Rock Region Metro: No comments received. Plannina Division: Land Use Plan: The request is in Planning District 14, the Geyer Springs East Planning District. The development principles of the district include improving street infrastructure, pedestrian facilities, and drainage. The Land Use Plan shows Mixed Office and Commercial (MOC) use for the requested area. The Mixed Office and Commercial (MOC) category provides for a mixture of office and commercial uses to occur. Acceptable uses are office or mixed office and commercial. A Planned Zoning District is required if the use is mixed office and commercial. The application for PD-C for a jewelry store. Future Land Use Plan for Z-10205 7L PI MINE CARME OR RL n c ° 0 1 r 9 MaC RL C 1 C D 250 500 I.OGO Feet I N Smk: I:z W 0 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 15(Cont.)FILE NO.: Z-10205 The application is in the Geyer Springs Rd commercial corridor in an area designated for Mixed Office and Commercial use. West across Geyer Springs Rd is designated for Commercial (C) use and is characterized by a strip retail center and free-standing restaurants and offices. East of the application is Residential Low (RL) Density use characterized by single-family homes in developed subdivisions. This site is not located in an Overlay District. Master Street Plan for Z-10205 s yam- IL ++IIIII y' ! :2:•102D5 ! r I W ! ! +f LI — _77 , I a 250 500 1 000 Feet Scale: 1:2,000 Master Street Plan: Geyer Springs Rd. 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. 7 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 15 (Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10205 This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements. Bicycle Plan: Geyer Springs Rd. 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 the site from 0-3 to PD-C to allow for the development of a commercial retail jewelry store. The applicant is also requesting 0-3 permitted uses as alternate uses for the property. The site contains an existing brick, commercial style building that will be demolished and replaced with a newly constructed building to serve the proposed use. The subject property is located due south of Interstate 30, along the east side of the Geyer Springs Road corridor (Minor Arterial). This corridor contains a mixture of commercial/ office zoning and uses in all directions. The site will be accessed from twenty-four (24) foot wide, paved driveway apron extending from Geyer Springs Road. The developer will construct a 4,200 square foot building that will be constructed on the site. The site plan shows a front building setback over twenty-five (25) feet from the front property line, 12.5 feet from the north and south property lines and ten (10) feet from the rear property line. Operating hours will be from 10:00am to 7:OOpm seven days a week and will have five (5) staff at any given time. The applicant is providing ten (10) off-street parking spaces, including one (1) ADA parking space as required by Section 36-502 of the City's Zoning Ordinance. Staff feels the parking is sufficient for the proposed use. The applicant did not provide a sign plan with this application. Any sign must comply with Section 36-555 of the City's Zoning Ordinance (signs permitted in commercial zones). The applicant notes the vendor will utilize a cleaning service for trash collection and disposal. Any dumpster placed on the site must be screened comply with October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 15 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10205 Section 36-523(d) of the City's Zoning Ordinance. All site lighting shall be low-level and directed away from adjacent properties. The site plan shows an eight (8) foot tall opaque fence along the rear property line that will be required as the abutting subdivision to the east contains residential zoning and uses. Any fence erected on the property must comply with Section 36- 516 of the City's Zoning Ordinance. To staff's knowledge, there are no outstanding issues associated with this application. Staff is supportive of the requested PD-C zoning for the proposed use, including 0-3 permitted uses as alternate uses. Staff views the request as reasonable. The property was formerly commercially utilized by Diversified Investments. The proposed commercial use is compatible with the existing commercial uses along the Geyer Springs corridor. The jewelry store is the only non 0-3 use proposed for the property. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested PD-C zoning, 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: (OCTOBER 9, 2025) The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. The item was removed from the Consent Agenda to address questions by the commission. Commissioner Russell expressed concerns about the site plan meeting minimum standards, setbacks, access and parking. After some discussion there was a motion to approve the application. There was a second. The vote was (8) ayes, (1) nays and (2) absent. The motion passed. The application was approved. October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 16 FILE NO.: Z-10207 NAME: Reyes — PCD LOCATION: 9200 Chicot Road DEVELOPER: Katerin L. Reyes (Owner) 9200 Chicot Road Hensley, AR 72082 SURVEYOR/ENGINEER: Brooks Surveying, Incorporated 20820 Arch Street Pike Hensley, AR 72065 AREA: 0.22 acre WARD: 7 CURRENT ZONING: C-3 NUMBER OF LOTS: 2 PLANNING DISTRICT: 15 VARIANCE/WAIVERS: None requested. A. PROPOSAUREQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT: FT. NEW STREET: 0 CENSUS TRACT: 41.05 The applicant is proposing to rezone the site from C-3 to PCD to accommodate the placement of a mobile office to serve as a used car dealership and construction office. B. EXISTING CONDITIONS: Tract 1 is undeveloped. Tract 2 contains an existing 255 square foot trailer located near the south property line. Both tracts appear to show some surface paving at the entrance along Chicot Road. The site contains barbed-wire perimeter fencing with access along Chicot Road. Properties surrounding the site contain a mixture of zoning and uses. October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 15 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10207 C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: 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. One stall shall be Van accessible with a 11 ft stall and 5ft minimum width aisle on the passenger side of the stall. 2. A ramp is required for ADA parking that shall provide access to the building. 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 effect at the time of the request for water service must be met. Fire Department: Must Comply with Arkansas Fire Prevention Code 2021 edition All projects submitted for zoning approval must comply with the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code, 2021 Edition, including any comments or requirements provided by the Little Rock Fire Marshal's Office, prior to acceptance. Maintain Access: Fire Hydrants. Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road 2 October 9, 2025 M NO.: 16 (Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10207 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 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief. 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 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading. Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus access road with asphalt, concrete or other approved driving surface capable of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds. Commercial and Industrial Developments — 2 means of access. - Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D104.1 Buildings exceeding three stories or 30 feet in height. Buildings or facilities exceeding 30 feet or three stories in height shall have at least two means of fire apparatus access for each structure. Section D104.2 Building exceeding 62,000 square feet in area. Buildings or facilities having a gross building area of more than 62,000 square feet shall be provided with two separate and approved fire apparatus access roads. Exception: Projects having a gross building area of up to 124,000 square feet that have a single approved fire apparatus access road when all buildings are equipped throughout with approved automatic sprinkler systems. D104.3 Remoteness. Where two fire apparatus access roads are required, they shall be placed a distance apart equal to not less than one half of the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the lot or area to be served, measured in a straight line between accesses. Fire Hydrants Locate Fire Hydrants as per Appendix C of the 2012 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code. Section C101 — C105, in conjunction with Central Arkansas 3 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 16 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10207 Water (Daniel Tull 501-377-1245) and the Little Rock Fire Marshals Office (Capt. Tony Rhodes 501-918-3757, or Fire Marshal Derek N Ingram 501-918-3756 Number and Distribution of Fire Hydrants as per Table C105.1. If you have any additional questions, please contact our office.. Contact Capt. Tony Rhodes at (501) 918-3757, or Fire Marshal Derek N Ingram (501) 918-3756. Parks and Recreation: No comments received. F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE: Building Codes: No comments received. 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. Planning Division: Land Use Plan: The request is in Planning District 15, the Geyer Springs West Planning District. The development principles of this district seek to minimize potential negative impacts between industrial and residential usage, and to improve traffic circulation. The Land Use Plan shows Commercial (C) 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 trade area that they serve. The application is for a PD-C to allow a mobile office. October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 16 (Cont. Future Land Use Plan for Z-10207 FILE NO.: Z-10207 c moc ' c 1 C r ■ xiaza7 r s PORI VER'40N FMTB-DR l RL l 1 0 250 Sop 1.00(] Feel i N 5®1e: 12000 A South and west of the application is designated as Residential Low Density (RL) use and is characterized by single-family homes in developed subdivisions. South beyond the RL area is designated for Suburban Office (SO) uses developed with single-family homes. North of the application is designated for Commercial (C) and Mixed Office and Commercial uses characterized by multi -office buildings. East of the application across Chicot Rd is designated for Commercial (C) uses and is developed with a commercial strip center, open-air market with food trucks, self - storage facility, and convenience store. This site is not located in an Overlay District. G� October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 16 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10207 Master Street Plan for Z-10207 Q ❑ � r r ( i � z-iazo7 r V� 250 5OG Scale; 1:2,OW Master Street Plan: Chicot Rd. 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. Bicycle Plan: Chicot Rd. 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. L October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 16 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10207 ANALYSIS: The applicant is proposing to rezone the site from C-3 to PCD to accommodate the placement of a mobile office to serve as a used car dealership and construction office. Tract 1 is undeveloped. Tract 2 contains an existing 255 square foot trailer located near the south property line. Both tracts appear to show some surface paving at the entrance along Chicot Road. The site contains barbed-wire perimeter fencing with access along Chicot Road. Properties surrounding the site contain a mixture of zoning and uses. Access to the site is provided by a driveway extending from Chicot Road. The site plan shows an existing gate at the entrance of the property. The dimensions for the proposed office are 30.30 feet x 8.4 feet, or approximately 255 square feet in area. The proposed office location will be near the middle portion of Tract 2. The location provides ample room for front, rear and side yard building setbacks. The site plan shows vehicles offered for sale will be displayed near the east property line along Chicot Road. The applicant notes both lots will contain asphalt paving as shown on the site plan. Operating hours for both uses will be M-F from 9:30am to 6:30pm and Saturday from 10:30am to 6:30pm. The maximum number of staff for both uses will two (2) at any given time. Typically, one (1) off-street parking space is required for the office use. The site plan shows nine (9) parking spaces, including two (2) ADA parking spaces. Staff feels that the parking is sufficient to serve the proposed use. The applicant did not provide a sign plan with this application. Any signs placed on the property must comply with Section 36-555 of the City's Zoning Ordinance (signs permitted in commercial zones). The site plan does not show a dumpster location at this time. Any dumpster placed on the property must be screened and comply with Section 36-523 of the City's Zoning Ordinance. Existing perimeter fencing is shown on the site plan. The existing fence, and any new fencing must comply with Section 36-516 of the City's Zoning Ordinance. 7 October 9, 2025 M NO.: 16 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10207 Any new sight lighting must be low-level and directed away from adjacent properties. Staff is supportive of the requested PCD zoning. The applicant provided adequate responses regarding concerns raised during the staff review of this application. Staff feels the proposed use is compatible with the development pattern within the area. Most properties north and south of subject property along Chicot Road, contain commercial and office zoning and uses. Chicot Road is shown as a Principle Arterial on the City's Master Street Plan. Staff's support is based on the following conditions: 1. Provide required screening along the west and south property lines as required by Section 36-522 of the City's Zoning Ordinance. 2. Repair all existing perimeter fencing as required by Section 36-516 of the City's Zoning Ordinance. Any new fencing must comply with code. 3. Provide paving as required by Section 36-508 of the City's Zoning Ordinance. 4. Comply with handicap accessibility as required. 5. Any non -operational vehicles must be removed and will not be permitted at any time. 6. Storage and/or salvage operations will not be permitted at any time. 7. Maintenance of vehicles must take place inside an eclosed building. 8. Outdoor storage of auto parts will not be permitted at any time. 9. Provide Building Codes staff information for review regarding permanent anchoring of the existing trailer for the proposed use. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the requested PCD zoning, 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: (OCTOBER 9, 2025) The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. The item was removed from the Consent Agenda to address questions by the commission. Commissioner Russell expressed concerns about parking meeting office requirements. After some discussion there was a motion to approve the application. There was a second. The vote was (8) ayes, (1) nays and (2) absent. The motion passed. The application was approved. �:3 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 17 NAME: Chinney — STR-1 — Special Use Permit LOCATION: 13515 Pleasant Forest Drive OWNER: Prince Chinney (Owner) P.O Box 1912 Little Rock, AR 72203 FILE NO.: Z-10195 AREA:.26 acre NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF WARD: 4 PLANNING DISTRICT: 1 CENSUS TRACT: 42.15 CURRENT ZONING: R-2 VARIANCE/WAIVERS: None Requested. A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT: The applicant is requesting a special use permit to allow for a short-term rental 1 (STR- 1) to be operated out of an existing single-family residence. The owner will not reside in the residence. The owner lives within 1,000 feet of the proposed STR-1 (#1 White Willow Court). The entire structure will be rented out as one unit. B. EXISTING CONDITIONS: The property is occupied by a 2,102 square foot, one-story, single-family home. The property is located in the River Mountain Planning District. The proposed lot sits on the corner of Pleasant Forest Drive and White Willow Court. There are multiple mature trees on the property and an attached two -car garage as well as a driveway suitable for two more vehicles. The current zoning is R-2. The Future Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density (RL) for the proposed area. C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: 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. October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 17 (CONT. D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PLANNING: No comments. ENGINEERING COMMENTS {PUBLIC WORKS): No comments. E. Utilities/Fire De artmenVParks/Count Planning: Little Rock Water Reclamation Authorit : No comments. Entergy: No comments received. Summit Utilities: No comments. AT & T: No comments received. FILE NO.: Z-10195 Central Arkansas Water: NO OBJECTIONS; All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water service must be met Fire_ Departmen#: Full life Safety Inspection Landscape: No comments. F. Transportation/Planning: Rock Region Metro: No comments received. Planning Division: Land Use Plan: The request is in Planning District 1, the River Mountain Planning District. The development principles of the district include the improvement of roads for multimodal transportation, preservation of open space and environmental features, and development of Neo-Traditional neighborhoods in undeveloped areas. The Land Use Plan shows Residential Low (RL) Density use for the requested area. The Residential Low (RL) Density 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 for a SUP for an STR-1. Surrounding the application is area designated for Residential Low (RL) Density uses and is characterized by single-family homes. This site is not located in an Overlay District. E October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 17 (CONT. FILE Future Land Use Plan for Z-10195 PINE VIEW PL �RrA -101 1.000 Feel N Smie: 1:ZOOO A October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 17 (CONT.) _ FILE NO.: Z-10195 Master Street Plan for Z-10195 I 117. I, FOG L.gA}E_' _ j 6lltEVy.4Y � .� fIOUT; e i Z I RED B1RC I 250 500 1.0( Scale: 1:2,DW Master Street Plan: Pleasant Forest Dr. 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. White Willow Ct is a Local Street on the Master Street Plan. This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements. Bicycle Plan: Pleasant Forest Dr. 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 are required to identify and direct the route. Historic Preservation Plan: The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources. 4 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 17 (CONT. G. ANALYSIS: 1l4=11111-00WANIGl The applicant is requesting a special use permit to allow for a short-term rental 1 (STR- 1) to be operated out of an existing single-family residence. The owner will not reside in the residence. The owner lives within 1,000 feet of the proposed STR-1 (#1 White Willow Court). The entire structure will be rented out as one unit. The property is occupied by a 2,102 square foot, one-story, single-family home. The property is located in the River Mountain Planning District. The proposed lot sits on the corner of Pleasant Forest Drive and White Willow Court. There are multiple mature trees on the property and an attached two -car garage as well as a driveway suitable for two more vehicles. The current zoning is R-2. The Future Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density (RL) for the proposed area. On June 20, 2023, the City Board of Directors passed an ordinance regulating short- term rentals within the City of Little Rock. The new ordinance establishes "development standards" for short-term rentals. If approved, the applicant must comply with the newly established development standards as follows, in addition to all other requirements of the new ordinance: Development Standards. 1. Hosting of private parties and special events such as weddings, receptions, and other similar gatherings is not allowed in Short - Term Rentals. 2. Tours for a fee are not allowed to anyone other than an Occupant. 3. The Occupancy Fee may include any meal to be served to paying guests; no other meal service is permitted. 4. Allowable signage is that as permitted by the Single -Family Residential Standard. 5. Parking plan must be provided with permit application. Off - Street Standard for STRs shall be provided in accordance with Little Rock Arkansas Code, Chapter 36 36-54 (e) (1). If on - street parking is proposed as an alternative to meet the above requirements, parking must be available for guest use within 330 feet of the STIR and parking plan must address neighborhood impact. If the STIR is proposed within a Design Overlay District, any alternate parking requirements, as provided in Little Rock, Arkansas Rev. Code, Chapter 36. Zoning, Article V. District Regulations shall be applicable. 6. Applicants shall provide a scaled floor plan that includes all of the rooms available for rent with location of windows, doors, and smoke detectors identified. Smoke detectors (certified) are required in all sleeping areas, in every room in the path of the means of egress from the sleeping area to the exit, and in each 5 October 9, 2025 FILE NO.: 7-10195 story with sleeping unit, including basements. 7. All sleeping areas must have two (2) ways of egress, one of which can be an operable window. 8. Proof of homeowner's fire, hazard, and liability insurance. Liability coverage shall have limits of not less than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00) per occurrence. 9. All persons operating a Bed and Breakfast House/Short-Term Rental (Type I & 2) shall meet all applicable requirements of the City of Little Rock's Municipal Code, Chapter 12, Fire Prevention and Protection, Article Il. Arkansas Fire Prevention Code. Prior to use as a Bed and Breakfast House/Short-Term Rental (Type 1 & 2), the annual City of Little Rock, Building Code and Fire Marshal inspection fee must be paid, and payment of annual Business License received. 10. Smoke alarms shall be installed, all smoke alarms shall meet local and state standards (current Fire Code). Smoke alarms shall be installed in all sleeping areas and every room in the path of the means of egress from the sleeping area to the door leading from the sleeping unit. 11. Carbon monoxide detectors shall be installed as directed by City Staff if there are fuel -fired appliances in the unit or the unit has an attached garage. 12. Five (5)-pound ABC -type extinguisher shall be mounted where readily accessible. 13. No recreational vehicles, buses, or trailers shall be visible on the street or property in conjunction with the Bed and Breakfast House/Short-Term Rental use. 14. Principal renter shall beat least eighteen (18) years of age. 15. Maximum occupancy. Maximum occupancy of any room or structure as a whole shall be determined by the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code. 16. Simultaneous rental to more than one party under separate contracts shall not be allowed. 17. The owner shall not receive any compensation or remuneration to permit occupancy of an STR for a period of less than a one (1)-day rental. All trash pick-up shall comply with requirements for residential one —and two- family residential zones. There have been no Department of Planning & Development enforcement cases nor any police reports for this property. The property has been used as a short-term rental since August, 2021. [:i October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 17 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-10195 Currently the City of Little Rock Department of Planning and Development has one hundred and twenty-six (126) short-term rentals (STR-1 and STR-2) listed within the database for approved short-term rentals in the City of Little Rock. The City's new short-term rental ordinance allows a maximum of 500 short-term rentals within the corporate boundary of the City of Little Rock. Staff is supportive of the requested special use permit with a short-term rental as the desired use. Staff feels the rental will continue to create a diversity of housing options for this neighborhood. Staff feels that the special use permit for this property will have no adverse impact on the surrounding properties in the general area. I. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the special use permit, subject to compliance with the comments and conditions outlined in paragraphs E, and the staff analysis of the agenda staff report. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (OCTOBER 9, 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 (9) ayes, (0) nays and (2) absent. The motion passed. The application was approved. 7 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 18 NAME: Nark — STRA — Special Use Permit LOCATION: 515 E. 17th Street Nicole Nark (Owner) 515 E. 17th Street Little Rock, AR 72206 AREA:.11 acre WARD: 1 CURRENT ZONING: R-4 VARIANCE/WAIVERS: None Requested. NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 PLANNING DISTRICT: 8 A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT: FILE NO.: Z-10204 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF CENSUS TRACT: 46 The applicant is requesting a special use permit to allow for a short-term rental 1 (STR- 1) to be operated out of an existing two-family duplex located at 515 E. 17th Street. The owner will be renting out one unit of the duplex and reside in the other. B. EXISTING CONDITIONS: The property is occupied by a 2,926 square foot, two-story, two-family duplex. The property is located in the Central City Planning District. There are single-family residences surrounding the proposed lot. The duplex has two attached, one -car garages for each unit of the duplex as well as two driveways for one car each. The existing zoning is R-4. The Future Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density (RL) for the proposed area. C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: 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. October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 18 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-10204 ENGINEERING COMMENTS PUBLIC WORKS): No comments. E. Utilities/Fire Department/Parks/County Planning: Little Rock Water Reclamation Authorit : 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: Full life Safety Inspection Landscape: No comments. F. Trans ortation/Plannin : Rock Region Metro: No comments received. Planning Division: Land Use Plan: The request is in Planning District 8, the Central City Planning District. The development principles of this district include strengthening existing development, supporting residential stability, encouraging neighborhood commercial uses, and encouraging compatible infill development. The Land Use Plan shows Residential Low (RL) Density use for the requested area. The Residential Low (RL) Density 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 for a SUP for a STR-1 Surrounding the application area is designated for Residential Low (RL) Density uses and is characterized by single-family homes, duplexes, and multifamily units. Southwest of the site is an area designated for Public/institutional use that contains a faith -based institution. To the north of the application, along the south of .the E. 16th St corridor is another area designated for Public/Institutional us that contains a faith -based institution. This site is not located in an Overlay District. 2 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.. 1_$_ (CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-10204 Future Land Use Plan for Z-10204 `-F6—rH ST PI .aaSr Rl? e laTfi sr- 4 Mx f PI 250 600 f 1 N SmIe: 1:2,000 A October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 18 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-10204 Master Street Plan for Z-10204 F 1hr.; Si ti ■��f A a • Z-i 02041 IJ V, � - - --—E-ISTH•5-f-- -- 0 25D 500 Master Street Plan: Scale: 1:2,000 Feet E. 17th St is a Collector on the Master Street Plan. 17th St. 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. Bicycle Plan: E. 17th St. 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. 4 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 18 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-10204 G. ANALYSIS: The applicant is requesting a special use permit to allow for a short-term rental 1 (STR- 1) to be operated out of an existing two-family duplex located at 515 E. 17th Street. The owner will be renting out one unit of the duplex and reside in the other. The property is occupied by a 2,926 square foot, two-story, two-family duplex. The property is located in the Central City Planning District. There are single-family residences surrounding the proposed lot. The duplex has two attached, one -car garages for each unit of the duplex as well as two driveways for one car each. The existing zoning is R-4. The Future Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density (RL) for the proposed area. On June 20, 2023, the City Board of Directors passed an ordinance regulating short- term rentals within the City of Little Rock. The new ordinance establishes "development standards" for short-term rentals. If approved, the applicant must comply with the newly established development standards as follows, in addition to all other requirements of the new ordinance: Development Standards. Hosting of private parties and special events such as weddings, receptions, and other similar gatherings is not allowed in Short - Term Rentals. 2. Tours for a fee are not allowed to anyone other than an Occupant. 3. The Occupancy Fee may include any meal to be served to paying guests; no other meal service is permitted. 4. Allowable signage is that as permitted by the Single -Family Residential Standard. 5. Parking plan must be provided with permit application. Off - Street Standard for STRs shall be provided in accordance with Little Rock Arkansas Code, Chapter 36 36-54 (e) (1). If on - street parking is proposed as an alternative to meet the above requirements, parking must be available for guest use within 330 feet of the STR and parking plan must address neighborhood impact. If the STR is proposed within a Design Overlay District, any alternate parking requirements, as provided in Little Rock, Arkansas Rev. Code, Chapter 36. Zoning, Article V. District Regulations shall be applicable. 6. Applicants shall provide a scaled floor plan that includes all of the rooms available for rent with location of windows, doors, and smoke detectors identified. Smoke detectors (certified) are required in all sleeping areas, in every room in the path of the means of egress from the sleeping area to the exit, and in each story with sleeping unit, including basements. 5 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 18 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-10204 7. All sleeping areas must have two (2) ways of egress, one of which can be an operable window. 8. Proof of homeowner's fire, hazard, and liability insurance. Liability coverage shall have limits of not less than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00) per occurrence. 9. All persons operating a Bed and Breakfast House/Short-Term Rental (Type I & 2) shall meet all applicable requirements of the City of Little Rock's Municipal Code, Chapter 12, Fire Prevention and Protection, Article II. Arkansas Fire Prevention Code. Prior to use as a Bed and Breakfast House/Short-Term Rental (Type 1 & 2), the annual City of Little Rock, Building Code and Fire Marshal inspection fee must be paid, and payment of annual Business License received. 10. Smoke alarms shall be installed, all smoke alarms shall meet local and state standards (current Fire Code). Smoke alarms shall be installed in all sleeping areas and every room in the path of the means of egress from the sleeping area to the door leading from the sleeping unit. 11. Carbon monoxide detectors shall be installed as directed by City Staff if there are fuel -fired appliances in the unit or the unit has an attached garage. 12. Five (5)-pound ABC -type extinguisher shall be mounted where readily accessible. 13. No recreational vehicles, buses, or trailers shall be visible on the street or property in conjunction with the Bed and Breakfast House/Short-Term Rental use. 14. Principal renter shall be at least eighteen (18) years of age. 15. Maximum occupancy. Maximum occupancy of any room or structure as a whole shall be determined by the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code. 16. Simultaneous rental to more than one party under separate contracts shall not be allowed. 17. The owner shall not receive any compensation or remuneration to permit occupancy of an STR for a period of less than a one (1)-day rental. All trash pick-up shall comply with requirements for residential one —and two- family residential zones. There have been no Department of Planning & Development enforcement cases nor any police reports for this property. Currently the City of Little Rock Department of Planning and Development has one hundred and twenty-six (126) short-term rentals (STRA and STR-2) listed 0 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 18 [CONTJ FILE NO.: Z-10204 within the database for approved short-term rentals in the City of Little Rock. The City's new short-term rental ordinance allows a maximum of 500 short-term rentals within the corporate boundary of the City of Little Rock. This short term rental has been in operation since October of 2023. Staff is supportive of the requested special use permit with a short-term 1 rental as the desired use. Staff feels the rental will continue to create a diversity of housing options for this neighborhood. Staff feels that the special use permit for this property will have no adverse impact on the surrounding properties in the general area. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the special use permit, subject to compliance with the comments and conditions outlined in paragraph E, and the staff analysis of the agenda staff report. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (OCTOBER 9, 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 (9) ayes, (0) nays and (2) absent. The motion passed. The application was approved. 7 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 19 FILE NO.: Z-10192 NAME: LIRO Management — STR-2 — PD-C LOCATION: 112 W. 13th Street nXninir-:ra- Liraz Ben Zirri (Owner) Robert Mauney (Owner) 1818 N. Taylor Street #410 Little Rock, AR 72207 SURVEYOR/ENGINEER: Brooks Surveying, Inc. 20820 Arch Street Pike Hensley, AR 72065 AREA: .08 acre V CURRENT ZONING: UU STAFF ACTION: NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF PLANNING DISTRICT: 8 CENSUS TRACT: 44 This item is being deferred to the November 13, 2025 agenda at the request of the applicant. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (OCTOBER 9, 2025) The item was deferred to the November 13, 2025 agenda at the request of the applicant. October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 20 NAME: Chinney — STR-2 — PD-C LOCATION: 1919 W. 21 st Street OWNER: Prince Chinney (Owner) P.O. Box 1912 Little Rock, AR 72203 SURVEYOR/ENGINEER Edward Loften 15415 Oakcrest Little Rock, AR 72206 AREA:.23 acre WARD: 1 CURRENT ZONING: R-4 VARIANCE/WAIVERS: None Requested. NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 PLANNING DISTRICT: 8 A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT: FILE NO.: Z-10194 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF CENSUS TRACT: 11 The applicant is requesting to rezone a .23-acre property located at 1919 W. 21st Street from R-4 to PD-C to allow use of the property as a short-term rental 2 (STR-2) with a maximum stay of twenty-nine (29) days. The owner will not reside in the residence. The entire home will be rented out as one unit. B. EXISTING CONDITIONS: The property is occupied by a 1,881 square foot, one-story, single-family home. The property is located in the Central City Planning District. There are single-family residences surrounding the proposed lot. The proposed property sits on the corner of S. Summit Street and W. 21St Street. The home has a fenced in backyard and has a driveway suitable for two cars. The existing zoning is R-4. The Future Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density (RL) for the proposed area. October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 20 (CONT.) FILE C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS: 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): No comments. E. Utilities/Fire Department/Parks/County Planning: Little Rock Water Reclamation Authorit : 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: Full life Safety Inspection Landscape: No comments. F. Transportation/Planning: Rock Region Metro: No comments received. Planning Division: Land Use Plan: The request is in Planning District 8, the Central City Planning District. The development principles of this district include strengthening existing development, supporting residential stability, encouraging neighborhood commercial uses, and encouraging compatible infill development. The Land Use Plan shows Residential Low (RL) Density use for the requested area. The Residential Low (RL) Density 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 for a PD-C for an STR- 2. Surrounding the application is area designated for Residential Low (RL) Density uses and is characterized by single-family homes, duplexes, and multifamily units. 2 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.. 20 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-10194 This site is not located in an Overlay District. Future Land Use Plan for Z-10194 77, RL t �--w tnro•sr i E k s i i t N Sole: Lz,000 A 3 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 20 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-10194 Master Street Plan for Z-10194 J 1 r - � rr — -w-a rsrsr ri w-UND—ALL- FT E II q 250 500 1,OQ� Fee+ I N Sole: 1:2,000 Master Street Plan: S. Summit St 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. W. 21 st St is a Local Street on the Master Street Plan. These streets may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements. Bicycle Plan: S. Summit St is on the Master Bike Plan as a Proposed Class 3 Bike Route. Class 3 Bike Routes require no additional right-of-way, but either a sign or pavement marking to identify and direct the route. Historic Preservation Plan: This property is located in the Central High National Register Historic District. 4 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 20 (CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-19194 G. ANALYSIS: The applicant is requesting to rezone a .23-acre property located at 1919 W. 21 st Street from R-4 to PD-C to allow use of the property as a short-term rental 2 (STR-2) with a maximum stay of twenty-nine (29) days. The owner will not reside in the residence. The entire home will be rented out as one unit. The property is occupied by a 1,881 square foot, one-story, single-family home. The property is located in the Central City Planning District. There are single-family residences surrounding the proposed lot. The proposed property sits on the corner of S. Summit Street and W. 21St Street. The home has a fenced -in backyard and has a driveway suitable for two cars. The existing zoning is R-4. The Future Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density (RL) for the proposed area. On June 20, 2023, the City Board of Directors passed an ordinance regulating short- term rentals within the City of Little Rock. The new ordinance establishes "development standards" for short-term rentals. If approved, the applicant must comply with the newly established development standards as follows, in addition to all other requirements of the new ordinance: Development Standards. 1. Hosting of private parties and special events such as weddings, receptions, and other similar gatherings is not allowed in Short - Term Rentals. 2. Tours for a fee are not allowed to anyone other than an Occupant. 3. The Occupancy Fee may include any meal to be served to paying guests; no other meal service is permitted. 4. Allowable signage is that as permitted by the Single -Family Residential Standard. 5. Parking plan must be provided with permit application. Off - Street Standard for STRs shall be provided in accordance with Little Rock Arkansas Code, Chapter 36 36-54 (e) (1). If on - street parking is proposed as an alternative to meet the above requirements, parking must be available for guest use within 330 feet of the STIR and parking plan must address neighborhood impact. If the STR is proposed within a Design Overlay District, any alternate parking requirements, as provided in Little Rock, Arkansas Rev. Code, Chapter 36. Zoning, Article V. District Regulations shall be applicable. 6. Applicants shall provide a scaled floor plan that includes all of the rooms available for rent with location of windows, doors, and smoke detectors identified. Smoke detectors (certified) are required in all sleeping areas, in every room in the path of the means of egress from the sleeping area to the exit, and in each 5 October 9, 2025 ITEM NO.: 20 (CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-10194 story with sleeping unit, including basements. 7. All sleeping areas must have two (2) ways of egress, one of which can be an operable window. 8. Proof of homeowner's fire, hazard, and liability insurance. Liability coverage shall have limits of not less than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00) per occurrence. 9. All persons operating a Bed and Breakfast House/Short-Term Rental (Type I & 2) shall meet all applicable requirements of the City of Little Rock's Municipal Code, Chapter 12, Fire Prevention and Protection, Article 11. Arkansas Fire Prevention Code. Prior to use as a Bed and Breakfast House/Short-Term Rental (Type 1 & 2), the annual City of Little Rock, Building Code and Fire Marshal inspection fee must be paid, and payment of annual Business License received. 10. Smoke alarms shall be installed, all smoke alarms shall meet local and state standards (current Fire Code). Smoke alarms shall be installed in all sleeping areas and every room in the path of the means of egress from the sleeping area to the door leading from the sleeping unit. 11. Carbon monoxide detectors shall be installed as directed by City Staff if there are fuel -fired appliances in the unit or the unit has an attached garage. 12. Five (5)-pound ABC -type extinguisher shall be mounted where readily accessible. 13. No recreational vehicles, buses, or trailers shall be visible on the street or property in conjunction with the Bed and Breakfast House/Short-Term Rental use. 14. Principal renter shall be at least eighteen (18) years of age. 15. Maximum occupancy. Maximum occupancy of any room or structure as a whole shall be determined by the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code. 16. Simultaneous rental to more than one party under separate contracts shall not be allowed. 17. The owner shall not receive any compensation or remuneration to permit occupancy of an STR for a period of less than a one (1)-day rental. All trash pick-up shall comply with requirements for residential one —and two- family residential zones. There have been no Department of Planning & Development enforcement cases nor any police reports for this property. M. October 9, 2025 M NO.: 20 (CONT. 19ILOU Currently the City of Little Rock Department of Planning and Development has one hundred and twenty-six (126) short-term rentals (STR-1 and STR-2) listed within the database for approved short-term rentals in the City of Little Rock. The City's new short-term rental ordinance allows a maximum of 500 short-term rentals within the corporate boundary of the City of Little Rock. The property has been in operation as a short-term rental since August, 2021. Staff is supportive of the requested rezoning to allow a short-term rental 2 as the desired use. Staff feels the rental will continue to create a diversity of housing options for this neighborhood. Staff feels that the rezoning of this property will have no adverse impact on the surrounding properties in the general area. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the rezoning, subject to compliance with the comments and conditions outlined in paragraph E, and the staff analysis of the agenda staff report. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (OCTOBER 9, 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 (9) ayes, (0) nays and (2) absent. The motion passed. The application was approved. 7 Adopted: October 9 2025 Department of Planning and Development 723 West Markham Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1334 Phone:(501 )371-4790 Fax: (501)399-3435 2026 PLANNING COMMISSION CALENDAR Planning Development Building Codes Filing Deadline (1) Hearing Date (2)(3) 11-17-25 01-08-26 12-15-25 02-12-26 01-12-26 03-12-26 02-17-26 (Tues) 04-09-26 03-16-26 05-14-26 04-13-26 06-11-26 05-18-26 07-09-26 06-15-26 08-13-26 07-13-26 09-10-26 08-17-26 10-08-26 09-14-26 11-12-26 10-12-26 12-10-26 11-16-26 01-14-27 12-14-26 02-11-27 Note: (1) All filing deadlines will be on a Monday unless otherwise noted. (2) All public hearings will be on the second Thursday of each month unless Otherwise noted. (3) All public hearings shall be held at 4:00 P.M. unless otherwise changed by the Commission. (4) Informal meeting dates may be set by the Commission as needed. On ei � Q i 1 Q 1 • a Ln m c o -i., a > > a > > > > > > W on to 3 to co �o r c C, a>> a >> C � 0 �+ U rri N r-I 00 C 0J N a 0 z 0 a m � 0 2 U OC Q M a W U = U a 3 a W Q U Q O > W cr W = u G z Q p D: O Q> W CL � Q p O Z p J P in� W 2 a Y 0 � a Q m Z Q W Z Z p 6: Lu 3 Z oc p p ON W � Q COW ~� Coi4 2 E 2mLU w m wwc Ic =- Q u W P- w mDQ m5 2 IL 2 z O H cn O d Z w a O a O W N D U Lu orf z w Ln m El Z, W } Q Z W } Q October 9, 2025 There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 5:36 p.m.