HomeMy WebLinkAboutResponse to Comments 101825Grace and Mercy House
1 Carlton Drive, Little Rock, AR 72205
Email: keshagfb@gmail.com | Phone: 501-773-8055
City of Little Rock Planning and Development
Planning Commission Hearing – November 13, 2025
Re: Z-10212 – Grace and Mercy House – Special Use Permit
Applicant Comments for Proposed Development
1. Provide maximum number of caregivers (staff) at any given time.
There will be a maximum of two (2) caregivers on duty at any given time, providing supervision, meals,
and support services. Staffing will vary based on resident needs and licensing requirements.
2. Will caregivers reside at the residence or arrive intermittently throughout the day for
supervision?
Caregivers will not reside permanently at the residence. Staff will arrive on scheduled shifts throughout
the day and evening to provide assistance and ensure resident safety and compliance with DHS
supportive-living standards.
3. Will any of the occupants drive?
At this time, none of the occupants are expected to drive. Transportation for appointments, shopping, or
recreation will be provided by staff or contracted non-emergency transportation services.
4. Provide a parking plan.
The property has an existing two-car driveway and additional street parking available for staff and
visitors. The driveway will accommodate staff vehicles, while visiting professionals or family members
will use on-street parking in compliance with neighborhood and city guidelines. No large vans or buses
will be stored on site.
5. How will occupants travel to and from scheduled appointments?
Transportation will be provided by Grace and Mercy House staff or approved transportation providers
(e.g., Premier Reliable Transportation LLC). All travel will comply with DHS and Medicaid transportation
regulations.
6. No medical care or treatment is permitted at the residence at any time.
Acknowledged. No medical procedures or treatments will be performed on-site. Grace and Mercy
House is a non-medical supportive-living home, providing supervision, meals, activities of daily living,
and community integration—no nursing or clinical care.
Respectfully submitted,
Kesha Mathews
Administrator, Grace and Mercy House, LLC
Date: October 18, 2025
Matthews Family Care Facility / Grace and Mercy House
1 Carlton Drive, Little Rock, AR 72204
Email: keshagfb@gmail.com
October 18, 2025
City of Little Rock Planning & Development Department
Attn: Engineering Division
723 W. Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72201
Re: Z-10212 – Matthews Family Care Facility (SUP), 1 Carlton Drive – Response to Comments
Dear Planning & Development Department, This letter serves as our formal response to the City of
Little Rock’s "Other Departments" review comments related to Z-10212 – Matthews Family Care
Facility (SUP) located at 1 Carlton Drive. Please accept the following clarifications and confirmations
in preparation for the Planning Commission review on November 13, 2025. 1. A detailed site plan has
been prepared showing the existing building, driveway, and parking layout. 2. ADA-compliant access
to the public right-of-way has been illustrated on the site plan. 3. The proposed change of use
includes accessible parking that meets all current adopted ADA and City codes. 4. One
van-accessible parking stall (11 ft wide with a 5 ft access aisle) has been provided and labeled on the
plan. 5. All Central Arkansas Water requirements will be met at the time of request for water service,
and any applicable capital investment charges will be paid. 6. No additional comments were issued
under the Public Works or Landscape Review sections. We appreciate your review and assistance in
the processing of this application. Please let us know if any additional information is needed prior to
the October 22, 2025 response deadline. Sincerely, Kesha Mathews Owner / Administrator – Grace
and Mercy House (Matthews Family Care Facility) 1 Carlton Drive Little Rock, AR 72204 Email:
keshagfb@gmail.com Phone: (501) 773-8055