HomeMy WebLinkAboutpc_01 08 2026January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 20
NAME: Hopeany, LLC — STR-2 — PD-C
LOCATION: 909 S. Pulaski Street
APPLICANT/OWNER:
Anthony Cimino
Hopeany, LLC
1205 W. Main Street, #155
Jacksonville, AR 72078
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
Cunningham Surveying, LLC
2105 Lorance Drive
Little Rock, AR 72206
AREA:.17 acre
WARD: 1
CURRENT ZONING: R-4
VARIANCENVAIVERS:
None Requested.
FILE NO.: Z-10235
NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant is requesting to rezone a 0.17-acre property located at 909 S. Pulaski
Street from R-4 to PD-C to allow the property to operate 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 residence is currently vacant and is not being used as a short-term
rental. The home will be rented out as a whole unit.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property is occupied by a 1,481 square foot, one-story, single-family residence.
There is a multiple car driveway on either side of the home. Directly across the street
(west) is Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School and directly behind the home (east)
is Mount Zion Baptist Church. North of the home is the 1-630 corridor. The home
resides in a predominately two-family neighborhood, veering more commercial further
west. The Future Land Use Plan is Residential Low Density "RL". The current zoning
is R-4.
January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 20 (CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-10235
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 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: 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 the existing development
and better define single-family and non-residential use areas by neighborhood
oriented commercial uses. The Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density (RL)
use for the application 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 Land Use Plan shows for the
application area. The application is for an STR-2.
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January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 20 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-10235
North of the application area is 1-630. East and west of the application area are areas
designated Public/Institutional (PI) uses and are characterized by the Dr. Martin Luther
King, Jr. Interdistrict Magnet Elementary School, Ninth Street Park, and Mount Zion
Baptist Church. South of the application area is area designated for Residential Low
Density (RL) uses and is characterized by single-family homes, duplexes, and
triplexes/quadplexes.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
Master Street Plan:
S. Pulaski 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:
These segment of S. Pulaski Street is not shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing
or proposed facilities in this area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The property is directly adjacent to the Mount Zion Baptist Church historic site, b. 1926
in the Prairie School architectural style. The Mount Zion congregation was formed in
1877 in an effort by Black community members to provide an institution who would
facilitate not only religious but educational and economic adjustment to their status as
freed people. The structure was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on
3/27/1987.
G. ANALYSIS:
The applicant is requesting to rezone a 0.17-acre property located at 909 S. Pulaski
Street from R-4 to PD-C to allow the property to operate 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 residence is currently vacant and is not being used as a short-term
rental. The home will be rented out as a whole unit.
The property is occupied by a 1,481 square foot, one-story, single-family residence.
There is a multiple car driveway on either side of the home. Directly across the street
(west) is Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School and directly behind the home (east)
is Mount Zion Baptist Church. North of the home is the 1-630 corridor. The home
resides in a predominately two-family neighborhood, veering more commercial further
west. The Future Land Use Plan is Residential Low Density "RL". The current zoning
is R-4.
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January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 20 (CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-10235
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 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 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
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January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 20 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-10235
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 is existing off-street parking for two (2) vehicles.
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 thirty-two (132) 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 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.
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January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 20 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-10235
I. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the PD-C, subject to compliance with the comments
and conditions outlined in paragraph E, and the staff analysis of the agenda staff
report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 8, 2026)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. Staff
presented the item with a recommendation of approval. The item remained on the
Consent Agenda for Approval. The vote was ten (10) ayes, zero (0) nays, and one (1)
open position. The motion passed. The application was approved.
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January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 21
NAME: Miles #1 — STR-2 — PD-C
LOCATION: 2819 S. Gaines Street
APPLICANT/OWNER:
Sheila Miles
P.O. Box 45345
Little Rock, AR 72214
SURVEYORIENGINEER:
Edward Lofton
15415 Oakcrest
Little Rock, AR 72206
AREA:.16 acre
CURRENT ZONING: R-4
VARIANCEMAIVERS:
None Requested.
FILE NO.: Z-10237
NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant is requesting to rezone a 0.16-acre property located at 2819 S. Gaines
Street from R-4 to PD-C to allow the property to operate 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 residence has been operating as a short-term rental since 2019 and
is rented out as a whole unit.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property is occupied by a 2,166 square foot, two-story, single-family residence.
There is a one -car driveway and off-street parking available. The home resides in a
mixed two-family and single-family residential neighborhood. The Future Land Use
Plan is Residential Low Density "RL". The current zoning is R-4.
January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.:21 (CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-10237
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/Coup 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 District 8, the Central City Planning District. The development
principles 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 Residential Low Density (RL) for the
application 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.
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January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 21 (CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-10237
North, west, and south of the application area are areas designated for Residential
Low Density (RL) uses and are characterized primarily by single-family residences
with a few duplexes and one 3-6 unit apartment building. East of the application area
is area designated Commercial (C) uses and is characterized by two office spaces
and a vacant building.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
Master Street Plan:
S. Gaines 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. Gaines Street is not shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing or proposed
facilities in this area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The subject site is approximately 300' from the Wild Building, built in 1925 in the
Standard Commercial 19th Century style as a cornerstore that held a bakery and
notary. Its historic status is undetermined as of 10/30/24.
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 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 beyond the alterations
already performed.
G. ANALYSIS:
The applicant is requesting to rezone a 0.16-acre property located at 2819 S. Gaines
Street from R-4 to PD-C to allow the property to operate 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 residence has been operating as a short-term rental since 2019 and
is rented out as a whole unit.
The property is occupied by a 2,166 square foot, two-story, single-family residence.
There is a one -car driveway and off-street parking available. The home resides in a
mixed two-family and single-family residential neighborhood. The Future Land Use
Plan is Residential Low Density "RL". The current zoning is R-4.
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January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 21 (CONT.
FILE NO.: 7-1
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 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 ll. Arkansas Fire Prevention
Code. Prior to use as a Bed and Breakfast House/Short-Term
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January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 21 [CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-10237
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 is existing off-street parking for one (1) vehicle. On -street parking is also
allowed in front of the residence.
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 thirty-two (132) 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 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.
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January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 21 (CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-10237
I. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the PD-C, subject to compliance with the comments
and conditions outlined in paragraph E, and the staff analysis of the agenda staff
report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 8, 2026)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. Staff
presented the item with a recommendation of approval. The item remained on the
Consent Agenda forApproval. The vote was ten (10) ayes, zero (0) nays, and one (1)
open position. The motion passed. The application was approved.
M.
January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 22
NAME: Miles #2 — STR-2 — PD-C
LOCATION: 3401 Lamar Street
APPLICANT/OWNER:
Sheila Miles
P.O. Box 45345
Little Rock, AR 72214
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
Edward Lofton
15415 Oakcrest
Little Rock, AR 72206
FILE NO.: Z-10238
AREA:.08 acre NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
WARD: 3
CURRENT ZONING: R-3
VARIANCE/WAIVERS:
None Requested.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant is requesting to rezone a 0.08-acre property located at 3401 Lamar
Street from R-3 to PD-C to allow the property to operate 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 residence has been operating as a short-term rental since 2017 and
is rented out as a whole unit.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property is occupied by a 1,188 square foot, one-story, single-family residence.
The home sits on the corner of S. Martin Street and W Lamar Street. S. Martin dead
ends on the east side of the home accommodating off-street parking. The lot to the
east is vacant and the rear (south) of the property is abutting the 1-630 corridor. The
home since in a predominately single-family neighborhood. The Future Land Use Plan
is Residential Low Density "RL". The current zoning is R-3.
January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 22 (CONT.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
FILE NO.- Z-10238
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 Authority: No comments.
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water: NO OBJECTIONS; All Central Arkansas Water requirements
in effect at the time of request for water service must be met
Fire Department: Full life Safety Inspection
Landscape: No comments.
F. Trans portation/Plannin :
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division:
Land Use Plan:
The request is in 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 Residential Low Density (RL) for the application 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.
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January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 22 (CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-10238
North, east, and west of the application area are areas designated for Residential Low
Density (RL) uses and are characterized by single-family residences. South of the
application area is 1-630.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
Master Street Plan:
Lamar 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:
Lamar Street is not shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing or proposed facilities
in this area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application area is approximately 365' from the Stifft Station Historic District,
which has 236 contributing buildings, 57 contributing buildings, and two properties
listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The district is named for Charles
Stifft, a prominent businessman and civic leader who helped develop this district into
a streetcar suburb. The Stifft Station Historic District was added to the National
Register on 10/18/06.
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 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 beyond the alterations
already performed.
G. ANALYSIS:
The applicant is requesting to rezone a 0.08-acre property located at 3401 Lamar
Street from R-3 to PD-C to allow the property to operate 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 residence has been operating as a short-term rental since 2017 and
is rented out as a whole unit.
The property is occupied by a 1,188 square foot, one-story, single-family residence.
The home sits on the corner of S. Martin Street and W Lamar Street. S. Martin dead
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January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 22 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-10238
ends on the east side of the home accommodating off-street parking. The lot to the
east is vacant and the rear (south) of the property is abutting the 1-630 corridor. The
home since in a predominately single-family neighborhood. The Future Land Use Plan
is Residential Low Density "RL". The current zoning is R-3.
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 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
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January 8, 2026
iTEM NO.: 22 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-10238
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 is existing on -street parking along Lamar Street and S. Martin Street for at
least four (4) vehicles.
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 thirty-two (132) 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 allow a short-term rental 2 as the
January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 22 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-10238
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.
I. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the PD-C, subject to compliance with the comments
and conditions outlined in paragraph E, and the staff analysis of the agenda staff
report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 8, 2026)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. Staff
presented the item with a recommendation of approval. The item remained on the
Consent Agenda for Approval. The vote was ten (10) ayes, zero (0) nays, and one (1)
open position. The motion passed. The application was approved.
M.
January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 23
NAME: Miles #3 — STR-2 — PD-C
LOCATION: 1908 S. Van Buren Street
APPLICANT/OWNER:
Sheila Miles
P.O. Box 45345
Little Rock„ AR 72214
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
Edward Lofton Engineering
15415 Oakcrest
Little Rock, AR 72206
FILE NO.: Z-10239
AREA:.14 acre NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT, NEW STREET: 0 LF
WARD: 1
CURRENT ZONING: R-3
VARIANCEJWAIVERS:
None Requested.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant is requesting to rezone a 0.14-acre property located at 1908 S. Van
Buren Street from R-3 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 residence has been used as a short-term 2 rental since 2018, and
is rented out as a whole unit.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property is occupied by a 1,217 square foot, one-story, single-family residence.
The home has a three (3) car driveway. Subject property is in a residential
neighborhood made up of single-family homes. The Future Land Use Plan is
Residential Low Density "RL". The current zoning is R-3.
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ITEM NO.: 23 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-10239
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 Authori : 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.
Plannina Division:
Land Use Plan:
The request is in 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 Residential Low Density (RL) for the application 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.
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ITEM NO.: 23 CONT. FILE NO.: 7-10239
Surrounding the application area are areas designated Residential Low Density (RL)
and are characterized by single-family residences. To the north one block is area
designated Public/Institution (PI) and is characterized by Franklin Elementary
School.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
Master Street Plan:
S. Van Buren 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.
Bicvcle Plan.-
S. Van Buren 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 is requesting to rezone a 0.14-acre property located at 1908 S. Van
Buren Street from R-3 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 residence has been used as a short-term 2 rental since 2018, and
is rented out as a whole unit.
The property is occupied by a 1,217 square foot, one-story, single-family residence.
The home has a three (3) car driveway. Subject property is in a residential
neighborhood made up of single-family homes. The Future Land Use Plan is
Residential Low Density "RL". The current zoning is R-3.
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.
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ITEM NO.: 23 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-10239
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 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 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
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ITEM NO.: 23 (CONT.) FILE NO.. Z-10239
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 is existing off-street parking for three (3) vehicles.
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 thirty-two (132) 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 sort -term rentals within the
corporate boundary of the City of Little Rock.
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.
I. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the PD-C, subject to compliance with the comments
and conditions outlined in paragraph E, and the staff analysis of the agenda staff
report.
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ITEM NO.: 23 (CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-10239
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 8, 2026)
This item was deferred to the February 12, 2026 agenda due to insufficient notification.
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LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION
SUMMARY AND MINUTE RECORD
January 8, 2026
4:00 P.M.
Roll Call and Finding of a Quorum
A Quorum was present there being ten (10) members present.
Members Present: Joshua Baxter
Michael Vickers
Jimmy Brown
Ahmed Samad
Steven Person
Alicia McDonald
Andre Benard II
Jeremiah Russell
Norman Hodges
John Eaves
Members Absent: Open Position
City Attorney: Shawn Overton
Approval of the Minutes of the December 11, 2025, Meeting of the Little
Rock Planning Commission. The Minutes were approved as presented.
LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA
January 8, 2026
OLD BUSINESS:
Item Number:
File Number:
Title:
1.
Z-7880-B
Maywood Village — PCD
18511 Cantrell Road
2.
Z-10201
Thomas Property Group — PD-R
2201 Rock Street
3.
S-2006
Eagle Place — Preliminary Plat
13700 Alexander Road
4,
Z-10229
Rezoning from R-2 to R-4
SEC Corner of Hilaro Springs Road & Pine Cone Drive
5,
Z-5580-A
Youth Success Center — Conditional Use Permit
25 Sheraton Drive
6.
Z-8092-A
Snell Northcut Electric — POD
II. NEW BUSINESS:
Item Number: File Number:
7. 5-201 ❑
8. S-2011
NEW BUSINESS: (Cont.)
13401 Kanis Road
Title:
Kanis Commercial Park — Preliminary Plat
11700/11800 Block of Kanis Road (South Side)
Lacee Trails — Minor Subdivision — Preliminary/Final Plat
4820 Bella Rosa Drive
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Title:
9.
LU2025-10-01
Land Use Plan Amendment, Boyle Park Planning District —
from O to NC
Undeveloped Lot South of Parking Lot at the SE
Corner of Labette Drive & John Barrow Road
9.1
Z-10243
Rezoning from 0-1 to C-1
East Side of John Barrow Road, Approximately 250' South
of Labette Drive
10.
Z-10241
Rise & Reveal Sobriety House — Group Home — SUP
6601 Juniper Road
11.
Z-10242
Incura Private Rehabilitation Clinic — CUP
1000 S. Rodney Parham Road
12.
Z-7154-A
ACTS Senior Village — PCD
SEC of John Barrow Road & W. 40th Street
13.
Z-7648-A
Two Moon Properties, LLC — PD-C
SWC of Charles Bussey Avenue & Park Lane
14. Z-10232 Hines — PD-R
3 Marigold Drive
15. Z-7500-K Hamilton Station Apartments — PRD
North of 14524 Cantrell Road
NEW BUSINESS: (Cont.)
III. SHORT TERM RENTALS:
2
Item Number:
File Number:
Title:
16.
Z-10236
Randle STR-1 - SUP
218 Kings Row Drive
17.
Z-10244
Lotus 678 Trust - STR-2 - PD-C
7324 W. Markham Street
18.
Z-9076-A
Gray STRs-2(2) — PD-C
1421 Cumberland Street
19.
Z-10221
LLTM, LLC — STR-2 — PD-C
220 N. Monroe Street
20. Z-10235 Hopeany, LLC — STR-2 — PD-C
909 S. Pulaski Street
21. Z-10237 Miles #1— STR-2 — PD-C
2819 S. Gaines Street
22. Z-10238 Miles #2 — STR-2 — PD-C
3401 Lamar Street
23. Z-10239 Miles #3 — STR-2 — PD-C
1908 S. Van Buren Street
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January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 1
NAME: Maywood Village — PCD
LOCATION: 18511 Cantrell Road
DEVELOPER:
Maywood Village, LLC (Owner)
1 Maywood Drive
Little Rock, AR 72223
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Brian Dale (Agent)
25 Rahling Circle, Suite A-2
Little Rock, AR 72223
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
Joe White & Associates, Incorporated
25 Rahling Circle, Suite A-2
Little Rock, AR 72223
AREA: 4.8 acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 1
WARD: 2 PLANNING DISTRICT: 15
CURRENT ZONING: 0-1
FILE NO.: Z-7880-B
FT. NEW STREET: 0
CENSUS TRACT: 41.06
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant proposes to rezone a 4.8 acre site from 0-1/R-2 to PCD to allow for
a mixed -use development that will contain commercial, office and residential uses.
The applicant is requesting C-2 permitted uses as a use mix for the non-residential
aspects of the development. Subject property is located within the Highway 10
Design Overlay District (DOD).
January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 1 (CONT.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
FILE NO.: Z-7880-B
The southeast corner of Maywood Drive and Cantrell Road contains an existing
building utilized as an office. The remaining portion of the site contains R-2 zoning
and uses. Properties in the general area of the site contain a mixture of zoning and
uses.
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. Any new development shall be permitted and receive all reviews to ensure all
codes, specifications, ADA and ordinances are met.
2. All streets, sidewalks and drainage shall comply with City of Little Rock
Standards and Specifications.
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.
7. 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.
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January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 1 (CONT.
FILE NO.: Z-7880-B
8. 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. Since City required boundary street improvements will take place in ARDOT
right of way, these improvements required by City's boundary street ordinance
is subject to approval from ARDOT District 6. Please contact ARDOT District
6 Permit officer at 501-569-2266 to submit for review and approval of
boundary street improvement construction plans within ARDOT right of way.
10.A traffic impact study (TIA) may be required at the time of building permit. TIA
should show the following: 1. an evaluation of the existing traffic conditions in
the vicinity of the proposed site 2. an analysis of projected traffic volumes
entering and exiting the proposed development at the nearby access drives
and intersections used to serve the site 3. Identify the effects of traffic
operations for the existing traffic in combination with site -generated traffic
associated with the proposed development 4. evaluate traffic operations for
the study intersections and access drives that will serve the site and make
recommendations for mitigative improvements which may be necessary and
appropriate for safe and acceptable traffic operations 5. Assess the adequacy
of the site to accommodate projected drive-thru traffic via queueing analysis.
11. Pending the recommendations of the Traffic Study, traffic signal modifications
may be needed and some of the construction will take place within state right
of way, a special permit from ARDOT District 6 and a traffic control device
permit from ARDOT Roadway Design Division to modify the traffic signal will
also be needed before construction can begin. Have the Developer contact the
District 6 Permit officer Angela Bettis at 501-569-2266 and submit the
construction plans and traffic signal modification plans to District 6 for their
review and approval. District 6 will forward the traffic signal modification plans
to Roadway Design Division for their review and approval for the traffic control
device permit. Roadway Design Division's contact is Brian Bettinardi at 501-
569-2566.
12. Whenever access to State Highways is needed for residential or commercial
purposes, an access driveway permit is required. These permits are issued
by the Permit officer for the District in which the driveway will be located.
Please contact ARDOT District 6 permit officer at 501-569-2266.
13. A special permit is issued for work on the Arkansas Department of
Transportation right of way that is not an access driveway. The permit is
issued by the Permit officer for the District, in which a special permit is
requested. Please contact ARDOT District 6 permit officer at 501-569-2266.
14. Pending ARDOT review/approval 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
January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 1 (CONT.
FILE NO.: Z-7880-B
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."
15.A grading permit must be obtained prior to initiation of work. Grading permits
are issued by the Planning and Development Dept. at 723 West Markham
Street after approval of sediment and erosion control plans, grading and
drainage plans, land survey, drainage study, and soil loss calculations per
City's stormwater management and drainage manual. Contact Planning and
Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-4817 or at 501-918-
5348 or Permits@littlerock.gov to schedule an appointment for issuance or to
answer any questions. Permit cost is based on total project area at $100.00
for the less than % acre, $200.00 for % to 1 acre, and $200.00 for the first acre
and $100.00 for each additional acre for project greater than 1 acre.
16. 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.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS PUBLIC WORKS:
1. Cantrell Rd is classified on the Master Street Plan as a principal arterial street.
A dedication of right-of-way 55 feet from centerline will be required;
2. Sidewalks with appropriate handicap ramps are required to be constructed
adjacent to Cantrell Rd in accordance with Sec. 31-175 of the Little Rock Code
and the Master Street Plan.
3. A 20 feet radial dedication of right-of-way is required at the intersections of
Cantrell Rd and Norton Rd. and at Cantrell Rd and Maywood Drive.
4. Due to the proposed use of the property, the Master Street Plan specifies that
Norton Rd for the frontage of this property must meet commercial street
standards. Dedicate right-of-way to 30 feet from centerline.
5. Due to the proposed use of the property, the Master Street Plan specifies that
Maywood Drive for the frontage of this property must meet commercial street
standards. Dedicate right-of-way to 30 feet from centerline.
6. With site development, provide design of Norton Rd conforming to the Master
Street Plan. Construct one-half street improvement to Norton Rd including 5-
foot sidewalks with planned development to a width of 31 ft from the existing
east back of curb.
7. With site development, provide design of Maywood Drive conforming to the
Master Street Plan. Construct one-half street improvement to Maywood Drive
including 5-foot sidewalks with planned development to a width of 15.5 ft from
center of street.
8. Obtain permits for improvements within State Highway right-of-way from AHTD,
District VI.
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January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 1 (CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-7880--B
9. Show the proposed location of the stormwater detention pond. Maintenance
of the detention pond and all private drainage improvements is the
responsibility of the developer and/or local property owners' association and
detailed in the bill of assurance.
10. 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.
11. A grading permit in accordance with section 29-186 (c) & (d) will be required
prior to any land clearing or grading activities at the site. Other than residential
subdivisions, site grading and drainage plans must be submitted and approved
prior to the start of construction.
12. If disturbed area is 1 or more acres, obtain a NPDES storm water permit from
the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality prior to the start of
construction.
13.Streetlights are required by Section 31-403 of the LR code. Provide plans for
approval to Traffic Engineering. Streetlights must be installed prior to
platting/certificate of occupancy. Contact Traffic Engr 379-1813 for more info.
14. The width of driveway must not exceed 40 feet.
15. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operation
of construction related equipment from a nearby construction site shall be
repaired by the responsible party prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
16. Proposed improvements within the existing drainage way must be designed for
the 100 year storm event to pass.
17. Driveway locations and widths do not meet the traffic access and circulation
requirements of Sections 30-43 and 31-210. Driveway spacing on an arterial
street is 300 ft from intersections and other driveways and 150 ft from side
property lines. The width of driveway must not exceed 40 feet.
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.
Central Arkansas Water:
1. All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for
water service must be met.
2. The Little Rock Fire Department needs to evaluate this site to determine
whether additional public and/or private fire hydrant(s) will be required. If
January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 1 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-7880-B
additional fire hydrant(s) are required, they will be installed at the Developer's
expense.
3. Please submit plans for water facilities and/or fire protection system to Central
Arkansas Water for review. Plan revisions may be required after additional
review. Contact Central Arkansas Water regarding procedures for installation
of water facilities and/or fire service. Approval of plans by the Arkansas
Department of Health Engineering Division and Little Rock Fire Department is
required.
4. A Capital Investment Charge based on the size of meter connection(s) will
apply to this project in addition to normal charges. This fee will apply to all
connections including metered connections off the private fire system.
5. If there are facilities that need to be adjusted and/or relocated, contact Central
Arkansas Water. That work would be done at the expense of the developer.
6. Contact Central Arkansas Water regarding the size and location of the water
meter.
7. The facilities on -site will be private. When meters are planned off private lines,
private facilities shall be installed to Central Arkansas Water's material and
construction specifications and installation will be inspected by an engineer,
licensed to practice in the State of Arkansas. Execution of Customer Owned
Line Agreement is required.
8. Due to the nature of this facility, installation of an approved reduced pressure
zone backflow preventer assembly (RPZ) is required on the domestic water
service. This assembly must be installed prior to the first point of use. Central
Arkansas Water (CAW) requires that upon installation of the RPZA, successful
tests of the assembly must be completed by a Certified Assembly Tester
licensed by the State of Arkansas and approved by CAW. The test results must
be sent to CAW's Cross Connection Section within ten days of installation and
annually thereafter. Contact the Cross Connection Section at 377-1226 if you
would like to discuss backflow prevention regquirements for this project.
9. Fire sprinkler systems which do not contain additives such as antifreeze shall
be isolated with a double detector check valve assembly. If additives are used,
a reduced pressure zone backflow preventer shall be required.
Fire Department:
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.
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ITEM NO.: 1 (CONT.
FILE NO.: Z-7880-B
Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per Appendix D
of the 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road
width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access
road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders.
Grade
Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2021 Arkansas Fire
Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads
shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief. If
the grade exceeds 10 percent, approval will be denied, and the applicant
must submit request to be reviewed by Fire Chief for Approval.
Loading
Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2021
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading.
Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be
accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus
access road with 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 2021 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' Tali Buildings - Maintain aerial fire apparatus access roads as per
Appendix D of the 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D105.1
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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
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ITEM NO.: 1 (CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-7880-B
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.
Dead Ends.
Maintain fire apparatus access roads at dead end locations as per Appendix
D of the 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.4 Dead
Ends. Dead-end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet shall be
provided with width and turnaround provisions in accordance with Table D103.4.
Requirements for Dead-end fire apparatus access roads.
Gates
Maintain fire apparatus access road gates as per Appendix D of the 2021
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.5 Fire apparatus access
road gates. Gates securing the fire apparatus access roads shall comply with
all of the following criteria:
1. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
2. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
3. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by
one person.
4. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times
and replace 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.
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ITEM NO.: 1 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-7880-B
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.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
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, with landscape and screening, must be submitted for
review, and approval, prior to site clearing and tree removal.
3. The property must comply with the requirements of the Highway 10 Overlay
District.
G. TRANSPORTATI ONIPLAN N ING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division:
The request is in District 19, the Chenal Planning District. The development
principles of this district include developing facilities for all modes of transportation
and the preservation of greenways, open spaces, and significant environmental
features and systems. The Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density (RL)
use for the requested area. The Residential Low Den$Ity (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 Planned
Commercial District for mixed uses.
Surrounding the application area, to the northwest and directly west is area
designated for Suburban Office (SO) use and is characterized by open space and
single-family homes, respectively. To the northeast is area designated for Office
(0) use and is characterized by office space for private and state entities and
duplexes in a developed subdivision. To the south, east, and west is area
designated for Residential Low Density (RL) use and is characterized primarily by
single-family homes in developed subdivisions and interspersed with a day care
and welding business.
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ITEM NO.: 1 (CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-7880-B
The subject site is located in the Highway 10 Design Overlay District (Ord.
15,965, 1990). The purpose of this district is to protect and enhance the
aesthetic and visual character of the lands surrounding Highway 10.
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required. Sidewalks are required on both sides. This street may require dedication
of right-of-way and may require street improvements.
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separated from vehicular lanes.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
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ITEM NO.: 1
H. ANALYSIS:
FILE NO.: Z-7880-B
The applicant proposes to rezone a 4.8 acre site from 0-1/R-2 to PCD to allow for
a mixed -use development that will contain commercial, office and residential uses.
The applicant is requesting C-2 permitted uses as a use mix for the non-residential
aspects of the development. Subject property is located within the Highway 10
Design Overlay District (DOD).
The southeast corner of Maywood Drive and Cantrell Road contains an existing
building utilized as an office. The remaining portion of the site contains R-2 zoning
and uses. Properties in the general area of the site contain a mixture of zoning and
uses.
Access to Maywood Village is provided by a thirty-six (36) foot wide driveway
extending from Cantrell Road. A second driveway is shown to the east of the
development from Norton Road.
The site plan shows thirteen (13) buildings.
The site plan shows a front building setback at least one hundred (100) feet from
the front property line, over forty (40) feet from the side (west) property, over thirty
(30) feet from the east property line, and over forty (40) feet from the rear property
line.
The site plan shows a forty (40) foot landscape buffer as required by the Highway
10 Design Overlay District (DOD).
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The site plan shows three-point, emergency apparatus turnaround, near the
southwest and southeast corners of the development.
The existing building addressed 1 Maywood Drive, located near the western
portion of the development, is currently being utilized as an office and will remain
as an aspect of Maywood Village.
The mixed -used development will contain a mixture of residential, office and
commercial spaces where occupants will live, work, shop and utilize the common
amenity areas depicted on the site plan. The applicant notes twenty-one (21)
single-family units will be included as part of the overall development. The 2,800
square foot building located near the center of the site will contain an event center
use.
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ITEM NO.: 1
FILE NO.: Z-7880-B
Maywood Village will operate Monday -Friday from 10:OOam-9:OOpm, Friday &
Saturday from 10:00am-10:00pm.
The site plan shows parking spaces provided along the north, east and west
property lines. Garages and surface parking are shown for all of the single-family
apartment units.
Staff feels that the parking spaces provided is sufficient to serve the mixed -use
development. The proposed number of parking spaces conforms with the typical
ordinance requirement for a shopping center.
The site plan shows a sign near the entrance of the site along Cantrell Road. All
signs must comply with Section 36-346(5)(f) of the City's Zoning Ordinance
(Highway 10 Design Overlay District).
The applicant notes a mail kiosk will be provided on the west side of the project
near the pavilion.
The applicant notes three (3) dumpsters will be placed on the site. Any dumpster
placed on the site must be screened comply with Section 36-523(d) of the City's
Zoning Ordinance.
The site plan shows adequate screening as required by code. Any fence or wall
erected must comply with Section 36-516 of the City's Zoning Ordinance.
All site lighting shall be low-level and directed away from adjacent properties.
To staff's knowledge, there are no outstanding issues associated with this
application. The proposed development is located along -the Highway 10 Corridor,
which contains a mixture of zoning and uses. Staff feels the use is consistent with
the development pattern in the area. The proposed development will create a
mixture of uses and provide a diversity of residential housing within the general
area. Staff feels the proposed use should have no adverse impact on the
surrounding properties.
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.
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ITEM NO.: 1
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
FILE NO.: Z-7880-B
(NOVEMBER 13, 2025)
The item was deferred to the January 8, 2026 agenda at the request of the
applicant.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(JANUARY 8, 2026)
This item was deferred to the February 12, 2026 agenda at the request of the
applicant.
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ITEM NO.: 2
NAME: Thomas Property Group - PD-R
LOCATION: 2201 Rock Street
DEVELOPER:
Bud Thomas Property Group (Owner)
17200 Chenal Parkway, Suite 300
Little Rock, AR 72223
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
GarNat Engineering, LLC
P.O. Box 116
Benton, AR 72018
AREA: 0.24 acre
CURRENT ZONING
NUMBER OF LOTS: 2
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A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
FILE NO.: Z-1020
FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
The applicant is proposing to rezone subject property form R-4 to PD-R to
construct a residential development that will contain two (2) buildings which will
contain three (3) townhouses each. Each townhouse will be built on their own lot.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property contains R-4 zoning and uses in all directions.
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 met with Civil Engineering (Planning) on September 9, 2025, to
address technical concerns initially proposed for the development. On November
11, 2025, the applicant submitted a revised site plan resolving concerns during the
January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 2 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10201
meeting. Staff approved the revised site plan and have no outstanding technical
issues with this application.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS):
The applicant met with Civil Engineering (Public Works) on September 9, 2025, to
address technical concerns initially proposed for the development. On November
11, 2025, the applicant submitted a revised site plan resolving concerns during the
meeting. Staff approved the revised site plan and have no outstanding technical
issues with this application.
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 must be met.
Fire Department:
Must ComDIv 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.
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ITEM NO.: 2
Grade
FILE NO.: Z-10201
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.
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 Code: No comments received.
Landscape: No comments.
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
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ITEM NO.: 2 (Cont.
Plannina Division:
Land Use Plan:
FILE NO.: Z-10201
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 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
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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
for two triplexes, totaling six units.
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ITEM NO.: 2 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-1020
Surrounding the application is area designated for Residential Low Density (RL)
uses and is characterized by single-family homes, duplexes, multifamily units, and
neighborhood commercial structures. Directly north of the application area, the
Board of Directors approved a request in December of 2024 to construct five
townhomes facing S. Rock St. with parking in the rear just north of the application
across E. 22"d St.
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S. Rock St. and E. 22"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.
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ITEM NO.: 2 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10201
Bicycle Plan:
S. Rock St. and E. 22"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.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant is proposing to rezone subject property form R-4 to PD-R to
construct a residential development that will contain two (2) buildings which will
contain three (3) townhouses each.
As part of the proposed PD-R development, the applicant proposes to subdivide
the property into six (6) lots, with a townhouse unit on each lot. The lots will range
in width from 20.33 feet to 30.14 feet, with lot areas of 1,532 square feet to 2,390
square feet.
The property contains R-4 zoning and uses in all directions.
Access to the development will be provided by a shared twenty (20) foot wide
driveway extending from S. Rock Street (west) to the alley east of the townhouse
development.
Each townhouse will be 2-stories in height and 1,394 square feet in area (total
heated/cooled, with siding and brick). The construction materials will contain
asphalt shingled roofs, brick and vinyl siding. The total heating & cooled space,
including front/rear porches and 1-car garage range from 1,650 to 1,657 square
feet in area.
Construction will also contain a five (5) foot wide sidewalk extending the width of
the development between the townhouses and shared access drive.
The front porch portion of each individual unit will have a zero (0) setback from the
front (north) property line. Each townhouse structure will be located ten (10) feet
from the east and west side property lines of the overall development and will be
separated by 10.7 feet. The townhouses will be located approximately twenty
seven (27) to twenty eight (28) feet from the rear property line.
Section 36-502 of the City's Zoning Ordinance typically requires a minimum of one
(1) off-street parking space per dwelling unit. Each townhouse will contain an
attached, rear -loading garage. On -street parking is allowed in the area along S.
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Rock Street and E. 22"d Street. Staff feels the parking is sufficient to serve the
proposed use.
The applicant notes each townhome will utilize standard trash collection provided
by the City of Little Rock.
The site plan shows a fence extending the width of the development along the rear
property line. Any fence or wall erected must comply with Section 36-516 of the
City's Zoning Ordinance.
The applicant is not requesting a sign at this time. Any future signs must comply
with Section 36-551 of the City's Zoning Ordinance (signs permitted in residential
zones).
All required landscaping must comply with Chapter 15 (Landscape Ordinance) for
screening and buffer requirements.
All site lighting shall be low-level and directed away from adjacent properties.
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Staff is supportive of the proposed PD-R rezoning. To staff's knowledge,
there are no outstanding issues. The proposed increase in density should
have no 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 paragraph E, and the staff analysis,
of the agenda staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 8, 2026)
The applicant was present. There was one (1) person registered in opposition.
Staff presented the item, it was taken off the Consent Agenda and opened for
discussion. Daniel Sullivan expressed concerns that the development would cause
congestion, and that it does not meet the current character of the area and
requested that an 8-foot privacy fence be constructed to separate his property from
the adjacent lot being developed. There was a motion to approve the application.
There was a second. The vote was nine (9) ayes, one (1) nay, and one (1) open
position. The motion passed. The application was approved.
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FILE NO.: S-2006
NAME: Eagle Place — Preliminary Plat
LOCATION: 13700 Alexander Road
DEVELOPER:
Jose Perez
JP Custom Homes
6812 Hilo Avenue
Benton, AR 72019
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Pepe Properties, LLC (Owner)
Hope Consulting, Inc. (Agent)
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
Hope Consulting, Inc.
129 N. Main Street
Benton, AR 72015
AREA: 28.84 acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 90 FT. NEW STREET: 4,022 LF
CURRENT ZONING:R-2
VARIANCEMAIVERS:
1. Variance to allow increased lot width -to -depth ratio.
2. Variance for reduced lot width for corner lots.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant proposes to subdivide 28.84 acres into 90 lots for single family
residential development. The subdivision will contain 4,022 linear feet of new
streets.
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B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property is undeveloped and wooded.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
FILE NO.: S-2006
All owners of property abutting the site and all neighborhood associations
registered with the City of Little Rock were notified of the public hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS PLANNING :
Driveways shall meet all City Standard Details and City Code Sec. 30-43.
Noncompliance will be rejected unless a variance is given by the Board of Directors
per code.
2. Road section does not match the accepted cross section please revise.
3. Boundary street improvements are required per master street plan for Alexander
Rd. Boundary street improvements shall include, but are not limited to,
reconstruction of one-half section of the abutting street if the existing street is not
up to city standards. Repair, replace, or extend existing damaged, missing, and
noncompliant curb and gutter, sidewalk, access ramps or concrete driveway
aprons within the public right-of-way adjacent to the site. Remove abandoned
driveway cuts and replace with curb, gutter, and sidewalk. All work within the public
right-of-way shall conform to City of Little Rock Public Works Standard Details and
ADA guidelines.
4. Any work involving one (1) or more acres of disturbed area requires 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.
5. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-4817
or at 501-918-5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way prior to
placement of concrete or asphalt or for on -site clarification of requirements prior to
commencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal of any improperly placed
concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or contractor.
6. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works
Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or for
more information.
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FILE NO.: S-2006
7. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations of
construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by the
responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
8. A grading permit must be obtained prior to initiation of work. Grading permits are
issued by the Planning and Development Dept. at 723 West Markham Street after
approval of sediment and erosion control plans, grading and drainage plans, land
survey, drainage study, and soil loss calculations per City's stormwater
management and drainage manual. Contact Planning and Development Dept.,
Engineering Division at 501-371-4817 or at 501-918-5348 or
Perm its@ittlerock.gov to schedule an appointment for issuance or to answer any
questions. Permit cost is based on total project area at $100.00 for the less than
'/2 acre, $200.00 for Y2 to 1 acre, and $200.00 for the first acre and $100.00 for
each additional acre for project greater than 1 acre.
9. 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.
10. 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.
11. Provide ADA accessible route from the public right of way to the proposed
. development and internally for pedestrian travel. Show sidewalk.
12.A maintenance bond for 50% of total construction costs for all completed public
street and drainage improvements within City right of way and as -built storm
drainage infrastructure plans shall be provided to the Department of Planning and
Development before the issuance of a final certificate of occupancy.
13.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
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FILE NO.: 3 (CONT.) FILE NO.: S-2006
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.
14. 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).
15. Per City Rev. Code 29-99, stormwater detention for developments is
required. Provide stormwater detention infrastructure to satisfy this
requirement. Exception to this requirement is described in City Code 29-100: "If
an existing site with an existing coefficient of runoff of 1.0 (totally impervious) is
developed, no on -site detention or in -lieu fee for detention is required. Also, if an
existing site is developed whereby the coefficient of runoff is reduced to a lesser
value, no on -site detention or in -lieu fee is required."
16. Per City Rev. Code 31-403 the Department requires street lighting plans to be
submitted to the Department for review and approval before filing and recording of
the final plat for the subdivision. The street lighting plans required shall include
conduit and pull/junction box locations, street luminaire locations and mounting
heights, wire sizes, current photometric data for the proposed fixtures, and
subdivision street photometrics using the proposed fixtures that meet AASHTO
Roadway Lighting Design Guide standards.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS):
Alexander Rd is classified on the Master Street Plan as a minor arterial street. A
dedication of right-of-way 45 feet from centerline will be required.
2. With site development, provide design of Alexander Rd conforming to the Master
Street Plan. Construct one-half street improvement to Alexander Rd including 5-
foot sidewalks with planned development. The new back of curb should be placed
29.5 from the existing striped centerline. The widened lane should be striped for
a deceleration/acceleration lane for right turns.
3. The proposed residential streets should be constructed to a width of at least 26 ft
from back of curb to back of curb for compliance with the International Fire
Prevention Code at fire hydrant locations.
4. Sidewalks with appropriate handicap ramps are required in accordance with Sec.
31-175 of the Little Rock Code and the Master Street Plan for all loop streets with
a maximum 80 lots, cul de sacs with a maximum 40, or streets exceeding 400
vehicle trips per day.
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5. The proposed curb in the street section does not conform with City of Little Rock
standard details. Curb and gutter should be constructed per Detail PW-29.
6. City streets should be constructed with a 2% cross slope per Detail PW-22;
7. City streets should be constructed with a 7 inch base course compacted with a
100% modified proctor per Detail PW-22;
8. Plans of all work in right-of-way shall be submitted for approval prior to start of
work. Obtain barricade permit prior to doing any work in the right-of-way from
Traffic Engineering at (501) 379-1813.
9. A grading permit in accordance with section 29-186 (c) & (d) will be required prior
to any land clearing or grading activities at the site. Other than residential
subdivisions, site grading and drainage plans must be submitted and approved
prior to the start of construction.
10. Maintenance of the detention pond and all private drainage improvements is the
responsibility of the developer and/or local property owners' association and
detailed in the bill of assurance.
11. If disturbed area is 1 or more acres, obtain a NPDES storm water permit from the
Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality prior to the start of construction.
12. Street Improvement plans shall include signage and striping. Public Works must
approve completed plans prior to construction.
13.Street lights are required by Section 31-403 of the LR code. Provide plans for
approval to Traffic Engineering. Street lights must be installed prior to
platting/certificate of occupancy. Contact Traffic Engr 379-1813 for more info.
14. Show on plan the proposed street curb radius dimensions;
15. Street names and street naming conventions must be approved by Public
Works. Contact Tom Hopkins at (501) 371-4537. Natchez Lane street name
should continue north into the proposed subdivision.
16. Provide a letter prepared by a registered engineer certifying the intersection sight
distance at the intersection(s) comply with 2004 AASHTO Green Book standards.
17. Traffic calming devices are required for long straight streets to discourage
speeding. The proposed sidewalk should cross the northwest street near lot 23 to
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create a speed table. Contact Nat Banihatti, Traffic Engr. at 379-1818 for
additional info.
18.All public drainage easements must be unobstructed and access provided to the
public right-of-way by constructed infrastructure and/or documented on the final
plat.
19.All public drainage easements must contain drainage infrastructure approved by
the City of Little Rock Public Works Department.
20.100 year overflow swales must be constructed and placed within public drainage
easements.
21. Show proposed location(s) of USPS cluster box units in conformance with USPS
and City of Little Rock policy design standards.
22. Per Sec. 31-89(5), a storm drainage analysis showing drainage data should be
provided for all watercourses entering and leaving the plat boundaries. The storm
drainage analysis shall show in sufficient detail the proposed system's capability
of accommodating storm events as required by Chap 29. and the Stormwater
Management and Drainage Manual.
23. Per the International Fire Code, Sec. D107, developments of 1 or 2 family
dwellings where the number of dwelling units exceeds 30 shall be provided with
separate and approved fire apparatus access road and shall meet the
requirements of Sec. D104.3. The proposed street to the south should be
constructed within the existing platted right-of-way to the existing paved fire
apparatus access road (Natchez Lane).
24. What is lot #3 near lot #86?
25. At lot 84 and 87 the curbs should bulb out and extend further south and north with
a WP16-5P sign with directional arrow to provide southbound vehicle traffic notice
of the 90 degree curve. A STOP sign should be installed for vehicle exiting the cul
de sac.
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: No comments received.
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Energy: No comments.
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AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water:
All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water
service must be met.
Please submit plans for water facilities to Central Arkansas Water for review. Plan
revisions may be required after additional review. Contact Central Arkansas Water
regarding procedures for installation of water facilities. Approval of plans by Central
Arkansas Water, the Arkansas Department of Health Engineering Division and
Little Rock Fire Department is required.
If there are facilities that need to be adjusted and/or relocated, contact Central
Arkansas Water. That work would be done at the expense of the developer.
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 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road
width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access
road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of moulders.
Grade
Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2021 Arkansas Fire
Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads
shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief. If
the grade exceeds 10 percent, approval will be denied and the applicant must
submit request to be reviewed by Fire Chief for Approval.
Loading
Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2021
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading.
Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be
accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus
access road with an asphalt, concrete or other approved driving surface capable
of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds.
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Maintain fire apparatus access roads at dead end locations as per Appendix
D of the 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.4 Dead
Ends. Dead-end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet shall be
provided with width and turnaround provisions in accordance with Table D103.4.
Requirements for Dead-end fire apparatus access roads.
Gates
Maintain fire apparatus access road gates as per Appendix D of the 2021
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.5 Fire apparatus access
road gates. Gates securing the fire apparatus access roads shall comply with
all of the following criteria:
1. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
2. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
3. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by one
person.
4. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times and
replaces or repaired when defective.
5. Electric gates shall be equipped with a means of opening the gate by fire
department personnel for emergency access. Emergency opening devices shall
be approved by the fire code official.
6. Manual opening gates shall not be locked with a padlock or chain and padlock
unless they are capable of being opened by means of forcible entry tools or when
a key box containing the keys to the lock is installed at the gate location.
7. Locking device specifications shall be submitted for approval by the fire code
official
8. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL 325.
9. Gates, intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed and
installed to comply with requirements of ASTM F 2200.
One- or Two -Family Residential Developments.
As per Appendix D, Section D107.1 of the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code
Vol. 1, One- or Two -Family dwelling residential developments. Developments
of one- or two-family dwellings where the number of dwelling units exceeds 30
shall be provided with two separate and approved fire apparatus access roads,
and shall meet the requirements of Section D104.3.
Exceptions:
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1. Where there are more than 30 dwelling units on a single public or private fire
apparatus access road and al dwelling units are equipped throughout with an
approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1,
903.3.1.2 or 903.3.1.3 of the Arkansas Fire Code, access from two directions shall
not be required.
2. The number of dwelling units on a single fire apparatus access road shall not be
increased unless fire apparatus access roads will connect with future development,
as determined by the fire code official.
Contact Chief Davbram Flowers at (501) 918-3780, Capt. Tony Rhodes at (501)
918-3757, Fire Marshal Derek N Ingram (501) 918-3756, or Fire Marshal Evan
Johnson (501) 765-1646.
Parks and Recreation: No comments received.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Building Codes: No comments received.
Landscape: No comments.
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division:
Land Use Plan:
The request is in District 16, the Otter Creek Planning District. The development
principles of the district include ensuring that roads are improved in a manner that
are supportive of all modes of transportation and the preservation of natural sound
barriers, open spaces and wetlands, and significant environmental features and
systems. The Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density (RL) 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 Preliminary Plat
for a single-family subdivision.
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The northwest boundary of the application area meets the Union Pacific Railroad
right-of-way. South and east of the application is designated for Residential Low
density uses and is characterized by single-family homes in developed
subdivisions.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
Master Street Plan:
Alexander 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. This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street
improvements.
Bicvcle Plan:
Alexander Rd. is on the Master Bike Plan as a Proposed Class II Bike Lane. Class
II Bike Lanes provide a portion of the pavement for the sole use of bicycles.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant proposes to subdivide 28.84 acres located at 13700 Alexander Road
into 90 lots for single-family residential development. The property is currently
undeveloped and wooded, with varying degrees of slope. A railroad right-of-way is
located along the northwest boundary of the overall property.
The proposed subdivision will contain approximately 4,022 linear feet of new
streets. The streets will be 26 feet wide, constructed within a 50-foot-wide right-of-
way. There will be a five (5) foot wide sidewalk on one (1) side of all the streets.
There will also be two (2) short cul-de-sacs within the development.
The main entrance to the subdivision will be from Alexander Road. Natchez Lane/
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FILE NO.: S
Charleston Lane right-of-way dead ends to this property, near the southwest
corner of the overall property. The applicant is proposing a secondary access into
the subdivision from this right-of-way.
A mailbox cluster unit will be located between lots 18 and 19. The mailbox unit will
be located along a sidewalk, with a raised pedestrian crosswalk in front of lot 64,
connecting the areas of sidewalk.
All of the proposed lots comply with R-2 ordinance standards for minimum lot
width, lot depth and lot area, with the exception of a few of the corner lots. The
applicant is requesting two (2) variances with the proposed subdivision. Section
31-232 (b) of the City's Subdivision Ordinance requires that a residential lot be no
more than three (3) times deep as it is wide. A minor variance from this requirement
is requested for Lots 33, 34, 37, 53, 56, 57, 86 and 87.
Section 31-232(e) requires that corner lots in residential subdivisions be a
minimum of 75 feet wide. A minor variance from this requirement is requested for
Lots 12, 39 and 52. Staff supports the requested variances.
The applicant has been working with the Engineering Divisions to resolve issues
with the proposed subdivision plat. To Staffs knowledge, there are no outstanding
issues. Any outstanding engineering issues must be resolved prior to a grading
permit being issued for infrastructure contraction. Staff supports the requested
preliminary plat.
AFF RECOMMENDATIO
Staff recommends approval of the requested preliminary plat, 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: (JANUARY 8, 2026)
The applicant was present. There were three (3) persons registered in opposition.
Staff presented the item, it was taken off the Consent Agenda and opened for
discussion. Reggie Crouse, Sherry Gleber, and BJ Wyrick voiced concerns over
the public safety and financial risk the soil would create for the development. They
were concerned of the new traffic 90 homes would bring to Alexander Road and
how it would deteriorate the road further due to the soil conditions it was built on.
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The following three (3) conditions were included with the motion of approval of the
application: requirement of a soils analysis by a licensed Geotechnical Engineer
for each residential lot, requirement of a structural foundation design completed by
a licensed structural engineer within the state of Arkansas, and those first two
requirements being submitted along with the permit application to Planning
Commission Staff for review in addition to the regular permit review requirements.
There was a motion to approve the application. There was a second. The vote was
four (4) ayes, five (5) nays, one (1) abstention (Person), and one (1) open position.
The motion failed. The application was denied.
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ITEM NO.: 4
NAME: Rezoning from R-2 to R-4
FILE NO.: Z-1022
LOCATION: Southeast corner of Hilaro Springs Road and Pine Cone Drive
DEVELOPER:
Genesis Properties, LLC
23 Whispering Drive
Alexander, AR 72002
OWNER/AGENT:
Genesis Properties, LLC (owner)
Bianca Gonzalez (agent)
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
Brooks Surveying, Inc.
20820 Arch Street Pike
Hensley, AR 72065
AREA: .44 acre NUMBER OF LOTS: 2 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
WARD: 2
CURRENT ZONING: R-2
VARIANCEIWAIVERS: None requested
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant proposes to rezone the 0.44 acre property from R-2 to R-4 for future
development.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property is currently undeveloped. The property previously contained a
multifamily development.
January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 4 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10229
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): No Comments.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS PUBLIC WORKS):
1. Hilaro Springs Rd is classified on the Master Street Plan as a minor arterial
street. A dedication of right-of-way 45 feet from centerline will be required.
2. A 20 feet radial dedication of right-of-way is required at all adjacent intersections.
3. Pine Cone Dr. is classified on the Master Street Plan as a residential street. A
dedication of right-of-way 25 feet from centerline will be required.
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: No comments received.
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No Comments received.
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 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 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road
width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access
road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders.
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Grade
Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2021 Arkansas Fire
Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads shall
not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief. If the grade
exceeds 10 percent, approval will be denied and the applicant must submit request
to be reviewed by Fire Chief for Approval.
Loading
Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2021
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading.
Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be
accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus
access road with an asphalt, concrete or other approved driving surface capable
of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Buildina Codes: No comments.
Landscape: No Comments.
G. TRANS PORTATION/PLAN NI
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division:
Land Use Plan:
The request is in Planning District 14, the Geyer Springs East Planning District.
The development principles of the district include protecting and stabilizing existing
neighborhoods from haphazard placement of commercial uses. The Land Use
Plan shows Residential Low Density (RL) use for the application area. The
Residential Low 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 rezoning two lots to R-4.
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ITEM NO.: 4 Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10229
Surrounding the application area are Residential Low Density (RL) use
characterized by single-family homes, apartment complexes, and duplexes.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
Master Street Plan:
Hilaro 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.
Pine Cone Dr. is a Local Street. 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 street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street
improvements.
Bicycle Plan:
Hilaro Springs Rd. is on the Master Bike Plan as a Proposed Class II Bike Lane.
Class I I Bike Lanes provides a portion of the pavement for the sole use of bicycles.
Pine Cone Dr. is not shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing or proposed
facilities in this area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant requests to rezone the 0.44 acre property located at the southeast
corner of Hilaro Springs Road and Pine Cone Drive from "R-2" Single -Family
District to "R-4" Two -Family District. The rezoning is proposed for future
development of the property. The property is comprised of two (2) platted lots.
The property is currently undeveloped and mostly grass covered. The property
previously contained a multifamily development. The property contains remnants
of concrete parking along both street frontages.
The City's Future Land Use Plan designates the property as "RL" Residential Low.
The proposed R-4 zoning will not require an amendment to the Future Land Use
Plan.
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January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 4 (Cont.
FILE NO.: Z-10229
Staff is supportive of the requested R-4 rezoning. Staff feels that the request is
reasonable. The general area contains a mixture of residential zoning and uses.
The two (2) lots immediately to the south contain multifamily structures. There are
several R-5 zoned lots with multifamily uses along American Manor Drive to the
northwest. Staff believes that the requested R-4 zoning will have no adverse
impact on the area.
TAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested R-4 rezoning.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (DECEMBER 11, 2025)
The application was deferred to the January 8, 2026 agenda due to the notices not
being completed.
PLANNNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(JANUARY 8, 2026)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. Staff
presented the item with a recommendation of approval. The item remained on the
Consent Agenda for Approval. The vote was ten (10) ayes, zero (0) nays, and one
(1) open position. The motion passed. The application was approved.
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Tf*k�l11IQ1
NAME: Youth Success Center — Conditional Use Permit
LOCATION: 25 Sheraton Drive
DEVELOPER:
Shannon Smith (Agent)
1619 S. Martin Street
Little Rock, AR 72204
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Little Rock School District (Owner)
810 Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72201
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
Brooks Surveying, Incorporated
20820 Arch Street Pike
Hensley, AR 72065
FILE NO.: Z-5580-A
AREA: 9.5 acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
CURRENT ZONING: R-2
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to operate a youth success
center in an existing school building. The center will serve as a community -based
hub for youth prevention, intervention, and family support connected to the opioid
crisis.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
Subject property is located within the Meadowcliff Subdivision. Properties east of
the site, along Mabelvale Pike and S. University Avenue, contain a mixture of
commercial and light -industrial zoning and uses. Properties located to the west,
north, and south contain single-family residential zoning and uses.
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ITEM NO.: 5 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-5580-A
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
All owners of property within 300 feet of the site and all neighborhood associations
registered with the City of Little Rock were notified of the public hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PLANNING):
1. Provide complete Site Plan for staffs review comments below are based on
aerial view provided.
2. ADA Access shall be shown to the Right -of -Way.
3. Handicap Parking shall include one van stall 11ft wide with a 5ft minimum
aisle.
4. 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.
5. May be subject to building permit for further review.
6. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-
4817 or at 501-918-5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way
prior to placement of concrete or asphalt or for on -site clarification of
requirements prior to commencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal
of any improperly placed concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or
contractor.
7. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works
Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or
for more information.
8. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations
of construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by
the responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS): No comments.
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: No comments received.
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
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Central Arkansas Water:
All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water
service must be met
Fire Department:
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.
Full Plan Review & Life Safety Inspection
Parks and Recreation: No comments received.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Building Codes: No comments.
Landscape: No comments.
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division:
The request is in District 12, the 65th Street West Planning District. The
development principles of the district include strengthening residential stability and
improving infrastructure to support residential growth. The Land Use Plan shows
Public/Institutional (PI) use for the application 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 is for a CUP for a youth success center.
Surrounding the application area to the north, west, and south is area designated
for Residential Low Density (RL) use and is characterized by single-family homes
in developed subdivisions as well as a church and funeral home. East of the
application area is area designated for Commercial (C) use and is characterized
by a hotel, a used car dealership, and office spaces.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
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ITEM NO.: 5 (Cont.
Master Street Plan:
FILE NO.: Z-5580-A
Sheraton Dr. is a Commercial street on the Master Street Plan. Commercial
Streets are a Local public street that 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:
Sheraton Dr. is not shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing or proposed
facilities in this area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to operate a youth success
center in the existing school building. The center will serve as a community -based
hub for youth prevention, intervention, and family support connected to the opioid
crisis.
Subject property is located within the Meadowcliff Subdivision. Properties east of
the site, along Mabelvale Pike and S. University Avenue, contain a mixture of
commercial and light -industrial zoning and uses. Properties located to the west,
north, and south contain single-family residential zoning and uses.
The Center will operate as a non-residential prevention and recovery support
center. The center will not provide detoxification or residential treatment services.
The program will offer programming designed to educate, support, and empower
youth and families impacted by the opioid epidemic.
The applicant notes that a registered nurse will be available part-time, and
contracted security will be present as needed during large community events.
The Center anticipates serving approximately 80-100 youth annually through
structured prevention and intervention programs. In addition, the Center will reach
an estimated 2,500-3,000 students annually through school -based education and
outreach and engage 300-400 parents and caregivers annually through family
programming.
The applicant will utilize the existing parking spaces for staff, youth drop-off/pick
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ITEM NO.: 5 (Cont.
FILE NO.: Z-5580-A
up, ADA and visitor parking. The parking plan will include directional arrows for lot
circulation. Staff feels the parking plan is sufficient to serve the proposed use.
General operating hours will be Monday -Friday from 8:OOam to 8:OOpm. The
Center will employ fifteen (15) staff members, including administrative,
programmatic, and support personnel. Eight (8) to ten (10) staff will be present for
operations, program planning, and coordination. During after school and evenings,
at least six (6) staff members will be on -site to supervise and facilitate youth
activities.
The applicant provided the following information for weekend activities:
• Standard weekend programming:
Sunday from 1:OOpm to 5:OOpm.
a Community events: Saturday from
1:OOpm to 6:OOpm, as needed.
Saturday from 10:OOam to 4:OOpm and
10:OOam to 8:OOpm and Sunday from
The applicant notes that there will be no more than two (2) weekend events per
month. There will be a maximum number of twenty (20) employees at any given
time for weekend activities. There will be no outside activities. All activities will take
place inside the building.
Staff is supportive of the requested conditional use permit to allow the repurposing
of the existing school facility to be utilized for the proposed use. The Youth Success
Center's mission is to transform the currently vacant property into a safe,
educational, and supportive space for youth and families. The use may create new
employment opportunities, provide essential prevention and recovery resources,
and foster community collaboration in addressing the opioid epidemic. Staff feels
that the proposed use will provide a benefit to the community and facilitate the
need to address youth and families with a vital resource and should have no
adverse impact on the surrounding properties.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested conditional use permit subject to
compliance with the comments and conditions outlined in paragraphs D and E,
and the staff analysis, of the agenda staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
(DECEMBER 11, 2025)
The application was deferred to the January 8, 2026 agenda at the request of the
applicant. The Commission waived their bylaws, as the request for deferral was made
less than five (5) working days prior to the public hearing.
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PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 8, 2026)
This item was deferred to the February 12, 2026 agenda due to insufficient notification.
January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 6
NAME: Snell Northcut Electric — POD
LOCATION: 13401 Kanis Road
DEVELOPER:
Snell Family Living Trust (Owner)
13401 Kanis Road
Little Rock, AR 72211
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Joe White & Associates (Agent)
25 Rahling Circle, Suite A-2
Little Rock, AR 72223
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
Joe White & Associates (Agent)
25 Rahling Circle, Suite A-2
Little Rock, AR 72221
FILE NO.: Z-8092-A
AREA: 1.5 acre NUMBER OF LOTS: 4 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
CURRENT ZONING: POD/R-2
BACKGROUND:
On April 4, 1995, the Planning Commission approved the rezoning of subject property
from R-2 to POD to utilize the existing 2-story building as an office for an electrical
contracting business. On May 2,1995, the application was approved by the Board of
Directors (Ordinance No. 19,878).
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant proposes to rezone 1.2 acres from POD/R-2 to POD. The
development will contain an office/warehouse building in the northern portion of
the site and three (3) single-family residential lots located south of the
office/warehouse. The office/warehouse will align with the existing development to
the west. The residential lots will take frontage along White Road to the east.
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B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
Properties in the general area contain office and residential zoning and uses in all
directions.
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. Any new development shall be permitted and receive all reviews to ensure all
codes, specifications, and ordinances are met.
2. ADA Access shall be shown to the Right -of -Way.
3. Handicap Parking shall include one van stall 11ft wide with a 5ft minimum
aisle.
4. Boundary street improvements are required per master street plan. Boundary
street improvements shall include, but are not limited to, reconstruction of one-
half section of the abutting street if the existing street is not up to city
standards. Repair, replace, or extend existing damaged, missing, and
noncompliant curb and gutter, sidewalk, access ramps or concrete driveway
aprons within the public right-of-way adjacent to the site. Remove abandoned
driveway cuts and replace with curb, gutter, and sidewalk. All work within the
public right-of-way shall conform to City of Little Rock Public Works Standard
Details and ADA guidelines.
5. Submit traffic impact study (TIA) showing the additional projected traffic
expected to be generated by the proposed development. TIA should show
the following: 1. an evaluation of the existing traffic conditions in the vicinity
of the proposed site 2. an analysis of projected traffic volumes entering and
exiting the proposed development at the nearby access drives and
intersections used to serve the site 3. Identify the effects of traffic operations
for the existing traffic in combination with site -generated traffic associated with
the proposed development 4. evaluate traffic operations for the study
intersections and access drives that will serve the site and make
recommendations for mitigative improvements which may be necessary and
appropriate for safe and acceptable traffic operations 5. Assess the
adequacy of the site to accommodate projected drive-thru traffic via queueing
analysis.
6. 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
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of any improperly placed concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or
contractor.
7. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works
Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or
for more information.
8. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations
of construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by
the responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
9. 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.
10. 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.
11. 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."
12.A grading permit must be obtained prior to initiation of work. Grading permits
are issued by the Planning and Development Dept. at 723 West Markham
Street after approval of sediment and erosion control plans, grading and
drainage plans, land survey, drainage study, and soil loss calculations per
City's stormwater management and drainage manual. Contact Planning and
Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-4817 or at 501-918-
5348 or Perm itsCcD-littlerock.gov to schedule an appointment for issuance or to
answer any questions. Permit cost is based on total project area at $100.00
for the less than % acre, $200.00 for '/z to 1 acre, and $200.00 for the first acre
and $100.00 for each additional acre for project greater than 1 acre.
13.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.
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ENGINEERING COMMENTS PUBLIC WORKS):
1. Kanis Rd is classified on the Master Street Plan as a minor arterial street. A
dedication of right-of-way 45 feet from centerline will be required.
2. Due to the proposed use of the property, the Master Street Plan specifies that
White Rd for the frontage of this property shall meet commercial street
standards adjacent to the office use and residential street standards adjacent
to the residential use. Dedicate right-of-way to 30 feet and 25 ft from centerline,
respectively.
3. A 20 feet radial dedication of right-of-way is required at the intersection of Kanis
Rd and White Rd.
4. With site development, provide design of Kanis Road conforming to the Master
Street Plan. Construct one-half street improvement to Kanis Road including 5-
foot sidewalks with planned development to a width of 29.5 ft from centerline.
A public street project will occur in the future to widen Kanis Rd. at this location.
Per Sec. 30-283(e), a payment in -lieu of construction for the cost of boundary
street improvements to Kanis Road should be provided prior to approval of the
final plat or issuance of the certificate of occupancy.
5. With site development, provide design of White Road conforming to the Master
Street Plan. Construct one-half street improvements to White Road including
5-foot sidewalk with planned development to a width of 15.5 ft adjacent to the
office use and 13 ft adjacent to the residential use from centerline.
6. Driveway locations and widths do not meet the traffic access and circulation
requirements of Sections 30-43 and 31-210 for minor commercial streets.
Driveway spacing on a minor commercial street is 200 ft from intersections and
other driveways and 100 ft from side property lines. The width of driveway must
not exceed 26 feet. A lot is required 500 ft of frontage for two (2) driveways, if
the lot is adjacent to an intersecting collector street or street of higher
classification (Kanis Rd).
7. Show the proposed location of the stormwater detention pond. Maintenance
of the detention pond and all private drainage improvements is the
responsibility of the developer and/or local property owners' association and
detailed in the bill of assurance.
8. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operation
of construction related equipment from a nearby construction site shall be
repaired by the responsible party prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: No comments received.
Enter : No comments received.
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Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water:
The Little Rock Fire Department needs to evaluate this site to determine
whether additional public and/or private fire hydrant(s) will be required. If
additional fire hydrant(s) are required, they will be installed at the Developer's
expense.
2. Please submit plans for water facilities and/or fire protection system to Central
Arkansas Water for review. Plan revisions may be required after additional
review. Contact Central Arkansas Water regarding procedures for installation
of water facilities and/or fire service. Approval of plans by the Arkansas
Department of Health Engineering Division and Little Rock Fire Department is
required
3. A Capital Investment Charge based on the size of meter connection(s) will
apply to this project in addition to normal charges. This fee will apply to all
connections including metered connections off the private fire system.
4. Due to the nature of this facility, installation of an approved reduced pressure
zone backflow preventer assembly (RPZ) is required on the domestic water
service. This assembly must be installed prior to the first point of use. Central
Arkansas Water (CAW) requires that upon installation of the RPZA, successful
tests of the assembly -must be completed by a Certified Assembly Tester
licensed by the State of Arkansas and approved by CAW. The test results must
be sent to CAW's Cross Connection Section within ten days of installation and
annually thereafter. Contact the Cross Connection Section at 377-1226 if you
would like to discuss backflow prevention requirements for this project.
5. Fire sprinkler systems which do not contain additives such as antifreeze shall
be isolated with a double detector check valve assembly. If additives are used,
a reduced pressure zone backflow preventer shall be required.
Fire Department:
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 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road
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width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access
road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders.
Grade
Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2021 Arkansas Fire
Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads shall
not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief. If the grade
exceeds 10 percent, approval will be denied, and the applicant must submit
request to be reviewed by Fire Chief for Approval.
Loading
Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2021
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading.
Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be
accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus
access road with 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 2021 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 2021 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.
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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.
Dead Ends.
Maintain fire apparatus access roads at dead end locations as per Appendix D of
the 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.4 Dead Ends. Dead-
end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet shall be provided with width
and turnaround provisions in accordance with Table D103.4. Requirements for
Dead-end fire apparatus access roads.
Gates
Maintain fire apparatus access road gates as per Appendix D of the 2021 Arkansas
Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.5 Fire apparatus access road gates.
Gates securing the fire apparatus access roads shall comply with all of the
following criteria:
1. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
2. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
3. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by one
person.
4. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times and
replace 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.
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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.
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 District 18, the Ellis Mountain Planning District. The development
principles of the district include balancing market pressures for density and
protecting the natural areas. The Land Use Plan shows Suburban Office (SO) use
and Residential Low (RL)-for the application area. The Suburban Office (SO)
category provides for low intensity development of office or office parks in close
proximity to lower density residential areas. To ensure compatibility, a Planned
Zoning District is required. The application is for a POD for an Office/Warehouse.
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.
To the west of the application area is area designated for Suburban Office (SO)
use and is characterized by an office warehouse, an office, and three single-family
homes. South of the application area is area designated as Residential Low
Density (RL) use and is characterized by single-family homes, twenty multi -unit
townhomes, and several single-family homes on large lots. To the east and
northeast of the application area is area designated for Residential Medium
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Density (RM) use and is characterized by a few single-family homes, office spaces,
and vacant lots.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
Master Street Plan:
Kanis Rd. is a minor arterial on the Master Street Plan. Minor Arterials are high
volume roads designed to provide 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.
White Rd. is a Commercial Street. Commercial Streets are a Local public street
that 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. These streets may require
dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements.
Bic cle Plan:
Kanis Rd. is not shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing or proposed facilities
in this area. White 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 proposes to rezone 1.2 acres from POD/R-2 to POD. The
development will contain an office/warehouse building in the northern portion of
the site and three (3) single-family residential lots located south of the
office/warehouse. The office/warehouse will align with the existing development to
the west. The residential lots will take frontage along White Road to the east.
Properties in the general area contain office and residential zoning and uses in all
directions.
The developer will construct a new 8,000 square foot, one-story, steel frame
building in the north portion of the site, on Lot 1-R. The metal building will contain
a brick wainscot and a sixteen (16) foot eave height with a twenty-four (24) foot
ridge height. The applicant notes that the building materials and elevation will
match the existing building to the west. The proposed building will contain five
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hundred (500) square feet of office space and 7,500 square feet of warehouse
space.
The site plan shows a building setback over twenty-five (25) feet from the front
property line, over thirty (30) feet from the side property lines and ten (10) feet
from the rear property line.
Access to the office/warehouse will be from a paved driveway extending from
White Drive, near the southeast corner of the proposed building. The
office/warehouse will contain shared access with the office/warehouse
development to the west.
The site plan shows a total of thirty-one (31) parking spaces. Eleven (11) parking
spaces are located on the north side of the building, along Kanis Road. The
remaining twenty (20) parking spaces are located on the south side of the building,
near the entrance along White Drive. Staff feels the parking is sufficient to serve
the proposed use.
The developer is also proposing three (3) single-family residential lots as part of
the overall development. Lots 2R-A through 3R-C are shown to be located south
of the proposed office/warehouse. All of the residential lots will front White Drive.
Lots 2R-A and 2R-B are shown to be 8,400 square feet in area. Lot 3R-C is shown
to be 8,680 square feet in area. Lots 2R-A through 3R-C will be developed as per
R-2 standards.
Staff is supportive of the POD rezoning. To staff's knowledge there are no
outstanding issues associated with this application. The proposed development
will match the POD use to the west. Staff feels the development will be similar to
the intensity with the existing offi00 and residential zoning and uses in the general
area. Although there will be a minor increase in traffic staff feels the proposed
development will have no adverse impact on the surrounding properties.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested POD rezoning, subject to compliance
with the comments and conditions outlined in paragraphs D, E, and F, and the staff
analysis, of the agenda and staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (DECEMBER 11, 2025)
The applicant was present. There were (8) persons registered in opposition. The
item was taken off the Consent Agenda and opened for discussion. The applicant
asked to defer their item until the January 12, 2026 agenda. There was a motion
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FILE NO.: Z
to approve the request. There was a second. The vote was (9) ayes, (0) noes and
(2) open positions. The motion passed. The application was deferred until the
January 12, 2026 Planning Commission agenda.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 08, 2026)
The applicant was present. There were five (5) persons registered in opposition
and one (1) person registered in support. Staff presented the item, and the item
was taken off the Consent Agenda and opened for discussion. Steve Northcutt,
registered in support, voiced concerns that the 3 new residential lots being
proposed would completely change the characteristics of the 1-acre lots the
neighborhood has and that a clear cutting of all the trees was not wanted. Herrn
Northcutt, Margie Northcutt, Kathryn Roset, and Helen Lang, all registered in
opposition, deferred their time to Peter Tucker to speak on the issue. Peter voiced
concerns that White Road is smaller than a regular road width wise and that
developing 3 new residential lots would not be compatible with the characteristics
with the existing neighborhood and asked that the development be altered to fit
with the context of the neighborhood. He also expressed concerns that he hoped
no further damage to the lake would be incurred. There was a motion to approve
the application. There was a second. The vote was ten (10) ayes, zero (0) noes
and one (1) open position. The motion passed. The application was approved.
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ITEM NO.: 7
NAME: Kanis Commercial Park —Preliminary
LOCATION: 11700/11800 Block of Kanis Road (South Side)
DEVELOPER:
Western Properties, LLC
5507 Ranch Drive, Suite 201
Little Rock, AR 72223
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Western Properties, LLC (Owner)
Joe White & Associates (Agent)
RVEYOR/ENGINEER:
Joe White & Associates
25 Rahling Circle, Suite A-2
Little Rock, AR 72223
FILE NO.: S-2010
AREA: 14.43 acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 7 FT. NEW STREET: 530 If.
WARD: 6
CURRENT ZONING: C-3
VARIANCE/WAIVERS: None requested.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant proposes to subdivide 14.43 acres into seven (7) lots for future
commercial development. The subdivision will include a new commercial street
approximately 530 linear feet in length.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property is undeveloped and partially wooded. The overall property is
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comprised of five (5) existing parcels.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
All owners of property abutting the site and all neighborhood associations
registered with the City of Little Rock were notified of the public hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PLANNING):
1. 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. 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, inlets and an analysis of downstream
impact with existing infrastructure as required per City's current 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.
5. 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.
6. 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,
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and public transportation stops to the accessible building or facility entrance they
serve."
7. A grading permit must be obtained prior to initiation of work. Grading permits are
issued by the Planning and Development Dept. at 723 West Markham Street after
approval of sediment and erosion control plans, grading and drainage plans, land
survey, drainage study, and soil loss calculations per City's stormwater
management and drainage manual. Contact Planning and Development Dept.,
Engineering Division at 501-371-4817 or at 501-918-5348 or
Perm its@littlerock.goov to schedule an appointment for issuance or to answer any
questions. Permit cost is based on total project area at $100.00 for the less than
'/2 acre, $200.00 for'/z to 1 acre, and $200.00 for the first acre and $100.00 for
each additional acre for project greater than 1 acre.
8. Any work involving one (1) or more acres of disturbed area requires 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
9. Any new development shall be permitted and receive all reviews to ensure all
codes, specifications, and ordinances are met.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS):
1. A cul de sac design is recommended for SU-60 vehicles and fire trucks for easier
maneuverability and turnaround from the south driveway.
2. LRFD should be consulted for their preferred design for fire access.
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.
Central Arkansas Water:
All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water
service must be met.
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FILE NO.: S-2010
A water main extension will be needed to provide water service to this property.
Please submit plans for water facilities to Central Arkansas Water for review. Plan
revisions may be required after additional review. Contact Central Arkansas Water
regarding procedures for installation of water facilities. Approval of plans by Central
Arkansas Water, the Arkansas Department of Health Engineering Division and
Little Rock Fire Department is required.
This development will have minor impact on the existing water distribution system.
Proposed water facilities will be sized to provide adequate pressure and fire
protection. If there are facilities that need to be adjusted and/or relocated, contact
Central Arkansas Water. That work would be done at the expense of the
developer.
Additional fire hydrant(s) will be required. Contact the Little Rock Fire Department
to obtain information regarding the required placement of the hydrant(s) and
contact Central Arkansas Water regarding procedures for installation of the
hydrant(s).
Fire Department:
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 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road
width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access
road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders.
Grade
Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2021 Arkansas Fire
Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads shall
not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief. If the grade
exceeds 10 percent, approval will be denied and the applicant must submit request
to be reviewed by Fire Chief for Approval.
Loading
Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2021
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading.
Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be
accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus
access road with an asphalt, concrete or other approved driving surface capable
of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds.
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Commercial and Industrial Developments — 2 means of access. - Maintain fire
apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2021 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.
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 2021 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 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.4 Dead Ends. Dead-
end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet shall be provided with width
and turnaround provisions in accordance with Table D103.4. Requirements for
Dead-end fire apparatus access roads.
Gates
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Maintain fire apparatus access road gates as per Appendix D of the 2021 Arkansas
Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.5 Fire apparatus access road gates.
Gates securing the fire apparatus access roads shall comply with all of the
following criteria:
1. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
2. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
3. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by one
person.
4. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times and
replaces or repaired when defective.
5. Electric gates shall be equipped with a means of opening the gate by fire
department personnel for emergency access. Emergency opening devices shall
be approved by the fire code official.
6. Manual opening gates shall not be locked with a padlock or chain and padlock
unless they are capable of being opened by means of forcible entry tools or 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.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Building Codes: No comments received.
Landscape: No comments.
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
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Planning Division:
Land Use Plan:
FILE NO.: S-201
The request is in Planning District 11, the 1-430 Planning District. The development
principles for the 1-430 Corridor advocate for careful consideration and response
to the various existing land uses and natural features of the area. New
developments should support and compliment desirable existing land uses. The
Land Use Plan shows MOC for the application 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 is for a Prelim Plat.
Surrounding the application area is area designated for Mixed Office and
Commercial (MOC) uses and is characterized by single-family residences, office
buildings, and commercial buildings. North of the application area, across the
street from Kanis Road, is area designated for Mixed Office and Commercial
(MOC) uses and is characterized by various office buildings and two single-family
residences. South and west of the application area is area designated for Service
Trade District (STD) uses and is characterized by various office buildings,
commercial storage buildings, and a single-family dwelling.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
Master Street Plan:
Kanis Road is a minor arterial on the Master Street Plan. Minor Arterials are high
volume roads designed to provide the connections to and through an urban area.
Curb cuts should be minimized to allow for continuous traffic flow while still allowing
some access to adjoining property. Deceleration Lanes are required. Standard
Right-of-way (ROW) is 90 feet. Sidewalks are required on both sides. This street
may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements.
Bicycle Plan:
Kanis Road is not shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing or proposed
facilities in this area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
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H. ANALYSIS.
The applicant requests to subdivide 14.43 acres of property located at
11700/11800 Block of Kanis Road (south side) into seven (7) lots. The property is
zoned C-3 and the subdivision is proposed for future commercial development.
The property is currently undeveloped and partially wooded. The overall property
is comprised of five (5) existing parcels.
The seven (7) proposed lots are as follows:
Lot 1 - 1.6748 Acres
Lot 2 - 1.2022 Acres
Lot 3 - 1.0294 Acres
Lot 4 - 1.0667 Acres
Lot 5 - 2.9619 Acres
Lot 6-1.7943 Acres
Lot 7 - 3.9073 Acres
A new public street from Kanis Road, near the center of the overall property, will
serve as access to the commercial lots. The cul-de-sac street will be approximately
530 feet in length, within a 60-foot-wide right-of-way. Sidewalks will be located on
both sides of the new street.
Driveway locations will be reviewed by the Engineering Staff at time of
development. Any variances for driveway spacing may require approval from the
City Board of Directors.
All of the proposed lots comply with the minimum lot width and lot area, as per
code. All of the lots will have 25-foot platted front and street side setbacks, which
also complies with code. The proposed subdivision will be developed in one (1)
phase.
To Staff's knowledge, there are no outstanding issues with the proposed
preliminary plat. The applicant is requesting no variances with the proposal. Staff
supports the proposed preliminary plat development.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
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FILE NO.: S-2010
Staff recommends approval of the requested preliminary plat, 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: (JANUARY 8, 2026)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. Staff
presented the item with a recommendation of approval. The item remained on the
Consent Agenda for Approval. The vote was ten (10) ayes, zero (0) nays, and one
(1) open position. The motion passed. The application was approved.
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ITEM NO.: 8 FILE NO.: S-2011
NAME: Lacee Trails — Minor Subdivision — Preliminary/Final Plat
LOCATION: 4820 Bella Rosa Drive
DEVELOPER:
Linda Louise Seiter Robbins
4820 Bella Rosa Drive
Little Rock, AR 72223
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Linda Seiter Robbins / K.H. Hunchingson Family Trust (Owners)
Brian Dale (Agent)
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
Joe White & Associates
25 Rahling Circle, Suite A-2
Little Rock, AR 72223
AREA: 1.16 acres
WARD: 1
CURRENT ZONING: R-2
NUMBER OF LOTS: 4 FT. NEW STREET: 0
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant proposes to subdivide 1.16 acres into four (4) lots for single family
residential development.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The north half of the overall property contains a one-story brick, single family
residence. The south half is undeveloped and partially tree covered.
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C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
All owners of property abutting the site and all neighborhood associations
registered with the City of Little Rock were notified of the public hearing.
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PLANNING:
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. 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, inlets and an analysis of downstream
impact with existing infrastructure as required per City's current 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.
5. 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.
6. 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,
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and public transportation stops to the accessible building or facility entrance they
serve."
7. A grading permit must be obtained prior to initiation of work. Grading permits are
issued by the Planning and Development Dept. at 723 West Markham Street after
approval of sediment and erosion control plans, grading and drainage plans, land
survey, drainage study, and soil loss calculations per City's stormwater
management and drainage manual. Contact Planning and Development Dept.,
Engineering Division at 501-371-4817 or at 501-918-5348 or
Permits@,littlerock.gov to schedule an appointment for issuance or to answer any
questions. Permit cost is based on total project area at $100.00 for the less than
'/2 acre, $200.00 for'/z to 1 acre, and $200.00 for the first acre and $100.00 for
each additional acre for project greater than 1 acre.
8. Any work involving one (1) or more acres of disturbed area requires 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
9. Any new development shall be permitted and receive all reviews to ensure all
codes, specifications, and ordinances are met.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS PUBLIC WORKS:
The development is required to provide stormwater detention in conformance with
the Little Rock Drainage Manual.
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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.
Central Arkansas Water:
All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water
service must be met. Please submit plans for water facilities to Central Arkansas
Water for review. Plan revisions may be required after additional review. Contact
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FILE NO.: S-2011
Central Arkansas Water regarding procedures for installation of water facilities.
Approval of plans by Central Arkansas Water, the Arkansas Department of Health
Engineering Division and Little Rock Fire Department is required.
If there are facilities that need to be adjusted and/or relocated, contact Central
Arkansas Water. That work would be done at the expense of the developer. A
Capital Investment Charge based on the size of meter connection(s) will apply to
this project in addition to normal charges.
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 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road
width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access
road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders.
Grade
Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2021 Arkansas
Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access
roads shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire
chief. If the grade exceeds 10 percent, approval will, be denied and the
applicant must submit request to be reviewed by Fire Chief for Approval.
Loading
Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2021
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading.
Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be
accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus
access road with an asphalt, concrete or other approved driving surface capable
of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at least 75,000
pounds.
One- or Two -Family Residential Developments.
As per Appendix D, Section D107.1 of the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code
Vol. 1, One- or Two -Family dwelling residential developments.
Developments of one- or two-family dwellings where the number of dwelling units
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FILE NO.: S-2011
exceeds 30 shall be provided with two separate and approved fire apparatus
access roads and shall meet the requirements of Section D104.3.
Exceptions:
1. Where there are more than 30 dwelling units on a single public or private fire
apparatus access road and al dwelling units are equipped throughout with an
approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1,
2. 903.3.1.2 or 903.3.1.3 of the Arkansas Fire Code, access from two directions
shall not be required.
2. The number of dwelling units on a single fire apparatus access road shall not be
increased unless fire apparatus access roads will connect with future
development, as determined by the fire code official.
Contact Chief Davbram Flowers at (501) 918-3780, Capt. Tony Rhodes at (501)
918-3757, Fire Marshal Derek N Ingram (501) 918-3756, or Fire Marshal Evan
Johnson (501) 765-1646.
Parks and Recreation: No comments received.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Buildina Codes: 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 Residential Low Density (RL)
for the application 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
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FILE NO.: S-2011
that the density remains less than 6 units per acre. The application is for a
Preliminary Plat.
Surrounding the application area is area designated for Residential Low Density
(RL) uses and is characterized by single-family residences in developed
subdivisions.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
Master Street Plan:
Bella Rosa Drive is a Local Street on the Master Street Plan. Local Streets are
roads designed to provide access to adjacent property with the movement of traffic
being a secondary purpose. The standard Right-of-way is 50'. Sidewalks are
required on one side. This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may
require street improvements.
Bicycle Plan:
Bella Rosa Drive is not shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing or proposed
facilities in this area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant proposes to subdivide 1.16 acres of property located at 4820 Bella
Rosa Drive into four (4) lots for single family residential development. The north
half of the overall property contains a one-story brick single family residence. The
south half of the property is undeveloped and partially tree covered.
The proposed lots are as follows:
Lot 1 - 0.57 Acre
Lot 2 - 0.22 Acre
Lot 3 - 0.1575 Acre
Lot 4 - 0.211 Acre
All of the lots comply with the R-2 ordinance standards for minimum lot width, lot
depth and lot area. The proposed subdivision complies with the minor subdivision
requirements of Section 31-142 of the City's Subdivision Ordinance, with allows a
combined preliminary/final plat to be submitted for Planning Commission approval.
Section 31-142(b) allows the following:
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(b) In order to qualify as a minor subdivision, a proposed subdivision must
meet the following requirements:
1. The proposed plat does not create more than four (4) lots, tracts
or parcels of land.
2. The proposed plat is intended for residential or commercial use
only and is not more than five (5) acres in size.
3. The proposed plat does not involve dedication of public street or
access easement through rather than adjacent to the lot, tract or
parcel proposed for subdivision.
To Staffs knowledge, there are no outstanding issues. The applicant is requesting
no variances with the proposed minor subdivision plat. Staff believes the proposed
plat is appropriate and will have no adverse impact on the surrounding properties.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested minor subdivision plat, 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: (JANUARY 8, 2026)
This item was deferred to the February 12, 2026 agenda at the request of the
applicant.
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FILE NO _l lJ20_25-1Q_i 1
NAME: Boyle Park Land Use Plan Amendment— O to NC
LOCATION: E. Side of John Barrow Road, Approximately 250 feet South of Labette Drive
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Owner
Angela Latrice Baltimore
300 E 3rd St., Apt 1006
Little Rock, AR 72201
Agent
Jess Griffin, PE
5 Kingston Dr.
Little Rock, AR 72227
AREA: 1.11 acres +/-
WARD: Ward 6 PLANNING DISTRICT: 10
CURRENT ZONING: 0-1, Quiet Office District & John Barrow Corridor Design Overlay District
BACKGROUND:
A. PROPOSAL RE VEST:
The request is for a Land Use Plan Amendment from Office (0) to Neighborhood
Commercial (NC). The application is pursued concurrently with a rezoning
application, File No. Z-10243, request from Quiet Office District (0-1) to
Neighborhood Commercial District (C-1).
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The subject site is 1.11 acres +/- of wooded, undeveloped land. The site has 245 feet
of frontage along John Barrow Road and directly abuts a single-family cul-de-sac
development along its west boundary. To the north, the site abuts a parking lot and
to the south wooded, undeveloped land owned by the applicant.
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ITEM NO.: 9 (CONT.)
C. NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATIONS:
FILE NO.: LU2025-10-01
All Neighborhood Associations notified prior to planning commission meetings.
D. PLANNING TRANSPORTATION:
Land Use Plan:
The request is in Planning District 10, the Boyle Park Planning District. The
development principles of this district include the prioritization of residential
development for undeveloped land, improving street infrastructure developing
facilities for all modes of transportation, retaining land in environmentally sensitive
areas as open space, especially along Rock Creek, and limiting commercial
development along John Barrow Road and Kanis Road. The Land Use Plan shows
Office (0) for the application area. The Office (0) category represents services
provided directly to consumers (e.g., legal, financial, medical) as well as general
offices which support more basic economic activities. The application is to rezone the
application area from 0-1 to C-1.
East of the application area is area designated for Residential Low Density (RL) uses
and is characterized by single-family residences in developed subdivisions. North and
south of the application area are areas designated for Office (0) uses and is
characterized by a privately -owned parking lot to the north and undeveloped land and a
drainage pond to the south. West of the application area, across John Barrow Road, is
area designated for Mixed Office and Commercial (MOC) uses and is characterized by
office buildings.
The subject site is located in the John Barrow Road Design Overlay District (Ord.
20867). The purpose of the district is to enhance the quality of the corridor to
encourage development and redevelopment.
Master Street Plan:
John Barrow Road is a Minor Arterial on the Master Street Plan. Minor Arterials are
high volume roads designed to provide connections to and through an urban area.
Curb cuts should be minimized to allow for continuous traffic flow while still allowing
some access to adjoining property. Deceleration Lanes are required. Standard Right-
of-way (ROW) is 90 feet. Sidewalks are required on both sides. This street may require
dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements.
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ITEM NO.9 (CONT.)
Bicycle Plan:
FILE NO.: LU2025-10-01
John Barrow Road is on the Master Bike Plan as a Proposed Class II Bike Lane. Class
II Bike Lanes provides a portion of the pavement for the sole use of bicycles.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
E. ANALYSIS:
The subject property is surrounded by a mix of office and residential uses. To the
north, the property abuts a privately -owned parking lot and the Second Baptist Church
campus. South of the site is undeveloped wooded land, also designated for Office (0)
uses, and includes a drainage pond. To the east and northeast, is a single-family
subdivision and a multifamily apartment development. Across John Barrow Road to
the west and northwest is characterized by existing office buildings and a multifamily
apartment complex. There are more than 900 multifamily housing units within a
quarter mile radius of the subject site.
Staff finds that the amendment request from Office (0) to Neighborhood Commercial
(NC) is reasonable and appropriate given the site's location along John Barrow Road,
a Minor Arterial identified in the Master Street Plan, and its proximity to existing office
and residential development. The proposed Neighborhood Commercial designation
would allow for small-scale commercial uses that provide convenient goods and
services to nearby neighborhoods while maintaining compatibility with surrounding
office and residential areas.
The Boyle Park Planning District emphasizes limiting commercial development along
John Barrow Road, which includes the subject property. The site's frontage along a
high -volume corridor, combined with its proximity to multiple apartment complexes,
makes it well -suited for neighborhood -scale commercial uses that serve residents.
The site benefits from existing transportation infrastructure, including sidewalks along
John Barrow Road, and is identified on the Master Bike Plan for a future Class II Bike
Lane, which will enhance multimodal connectivity. There are no identified historic
resource concerns, and the amendment is being processed concurrently with a
rezoning application (File No. Z-10243), allowing for coordinated review.
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ITEM NO.: 9 (CONT.)
F. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
FILE NO.: LU2025-10-01
Staff supports the proposed Land Use Plan Amendment in the Boyle Park Planning
District from Office (SO) to Neighborhood Commercial (NC) and recommends
approval.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 8, 2026)
The applicant was present. There were two (2) persons registered in opposition. The item
was taken off the Consent Agenda and opened up for discussion. Staff presented the item
with a recommendation of approval. Mrs. Yancy and Mrs. Cook, residents of the
Brownwood Terrace neighborhood, raised concerns about the need for another
laundromat in the area and impact of development to their neighborhood directly
adjacent. Staff clarified that the application was for a Land Use Plan Amendment from
Office (0) to Neighborhood Commercial (NC) and Rezoning from 0-1 to C-1, for any
permitted uses within the C-1 Zoning District, not for any specific use. After some
discussion there was a motion to approve the application. There was a second. The vote
was (10) ayes, (0) nays, and (1) absent. The motion passed. The application was approved.
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FILE NO.: 9.1
NAME: Rezoning from 0-1 to C-1
FILE NO.: Z- 10243
LOCATION: East side of John Barrow Road, Approximately 250 feet south of Labette
Drive
DEVELOPER:
Angela Latrice Baltimore
300 E. 31d St, Apt. 1006
Little Rock, AR 72201
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Angela Latrice Baltimore (Owner)
Jess Griffin (Agent)
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
Jess Griffin
5 Kingston Drive
Little Rock, AR 72227
AREA: 1.037 acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0
WARD: 6
CURRENT ZONING: 0-1
VARIANCE/WAIVERS: None requested
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant proposes to rezone 1.037 acres of property from 0-1 to C-1 for future
development.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property is currently undeveloped and mostly tree covered.
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FILE NO.: 9.1 (CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-10243
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):
At time of Building Permit:
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. 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, inlets and an analysis of downstream
impact with existing infrastructure as required per City's current 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.
3. 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 thisvdrainage report was
conducted by yourself or directly under your supervision and attesting to the
accuracy of the information within this report.
4. 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."
5. A grading permit must be obtained prior to initiation of work. Grading permits are
issued by the Planning and Development Dept. at 723 West Markham Street after
approval of sediment and erosion control plans, grading and drainage plans, land
survey, drainage study, and soil loss calculations per City's stormwater
management and drainage manual. Contact Planning and Development Dept.,
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Engineering Division at 501-371-4817 or at 501-918-5348 or
Perm its(a-)-littlerock.gov to schedule an appointment for issuance or to answer any
questions. Permit cost is based on total project area at $100.00 for the less than
'/2 acre, $200.00 for '/2 to 1 acre, and $200.00 for the first acre and $100.00 for
each additional acre for project greater than 1 acre.
6. Any work involving one (1) or more acres of disturbed area requires 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
7. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works
Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or for
more information.
8. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations of
construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by the
responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
9. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations of
construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by the
responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
10. Any new development shall be permitted and receive all reviews to ensure all
codes, specifications, and ordinances are met.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS PUBLIC WORKS):
At time of Building Permit:
1. Driveway locations and widths must meet the traffic access and circulation
requirements of Sections 30-43 and 31-210 for arterial streets. Driveway spacing
on an arterial street is 300 ft from intersections and other driveways and 150 ft
from side property lines.
2. The development is required to provide stormwater detention in conformance with
the Little Rock Drainage Manual.
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: No comments received.
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Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Energy: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
ntral Arkansas Water:
All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water
service must be met. The Little Rock Fire Department needs to evaluate this site
to determine whether additional public and/or private fire hydrant(s) will be
required. If additional fire hydrant(s) are required, they will be installed at the
Developer's expense. Please submit plans for water facilities and/or fire protection
system to Central Arkansas Water for review. Plan revisions may be required after
additional review. Contact Central Arkansas Water regarding procedures for
installation of water facilities and/or fire service. Approval of plans by the Arkansas
Department of Health Engineering Division and Little Rock Fire Department is
required. If there are facilities that need to be adjusted and/or relocated, contact
Central Arkansas Water. That work would be done at the expense of the
developer. Due to the nature of this facility, installation of an approved reduced
pressure zone backflow preventer assembly (RPZ) is required on the domestic
water service. This assembly must be installed prior to the first point of use. Central
Arkansas Water (CAW) requires that upon installation of the RPZA, successful
tests of the assembly must be completed by a Certified Assembly Tester licensed
by the State of Arkansas and approved by CAW. The test results must be sent to
CAW's Cross Connection Section within ten days of installation and annually
thereafter. Contact the Cross Connection Section at 377-1226 if you would like to
discuss backflow prevention requirements for
this project.
Fire Department:
Resubmit with proper address.
Parks and Recreation: No comments received.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Building Codes: No comments received.
Landscape: No comments.
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G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division.:
Land Use Plan:
The request is in Planning District 10, the Boyle Park Planning District. The
development principles of this district include developing facilities for all modes of
transportation, retaining land in environmentally sensitive areas as open space,
especially along Rock Creek, and limiting commercial development along John
Barrow Road to between 32nd and 37th Streets. The Land Use Plan shows Office
(0) for the application area. The Office (0) category represents services provided
directly to consumers (e.g., legal, financial, medical) as well as general offices
which support more basic economic activities. The application is to rezone the
application area from 0-1 to C-1.
East of the application area is area designated for Residential Low Density (RL)
uses and is characterized by single-family residences in developed subdivisions.
North and south of the application area are areas designated for Office (0) uses
and is characterized by a privately -owned parking lot to the north and undeveloped
land and a drainage pond to the south. West of the application area, across John
Barrow Road, is area designated for Mixed Office and Commercial (MOC) uses
and is characterized by office buildings.
The subject site is located in the John Barrow Road Design Overlay District (Ord.
20867). The purpose of the district is to enhance the quality of the corridor to
encourage development and redevelopment.
Master Street Plan:
John Barrow Road is a Minor Arterial on the Master Street Plan. Minor Arterials
are high volume roads designed to provide the connections to and through an
urban area. Curb cuts should be minimized to allow for continuous traffic flow while
still allowing some access to adjoining property. Deceleration Lanes are required.
Standard Right-of-way (ROW) is 90 feet. Sidewalks are required on both sides.
This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street
improvements.
Bicvcle Plan:
John Barrow Road is on the Master Bike Plan as a Proposed Class II Bike Lane.
Class 11 Bike Lanes provides a portion of the pavement for the sole use of bicycles.
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Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant requests to rezone 1.037 acres of property located on the east side
of John Barrow Road, approximately 250 feet south of Labette Drive, from "0-1"
Quiet Office District to "C-1" Neighborhood Commercial District. The rezoning is
requested for future development of the property. The property is currently
undeveloped and mostly tree covered, with varying degrees of slope.
The City's Future Land Use Plan designates the property as "O"
Office. The applicant has filed for a land use plan amendment from "O" Office to
"NC" Neighborhood Commercial. This is a separate item on this agenda.
Staff is supportive of the requested rezoning to C-1. Staff views the request as
reasonable. The proposed C-1 zoning will represent a continuation of the zoning
patterns in this area, which contains a mixture of office and commercial zoning
along John Barrow Road. The property immediately south of the subject property
is zoned C-3. The requested C-1 zoning should have no adverse impact on the
surrounding properties.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the requested C-1 rezoning.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 8, 2026)
The applicant was present. There were two (2) persons registered in opposition.
Staff presented the item, and the item was taken off the Consent Agenda and
opened for discussion. Shanolda Yancy and Rose Cook, residents of Brownwood
Terrace, both expressed concerns that a laundry mat was not needed as there
was one already within a block's distance. They expressed a laundry mat would
cause traffic congestion, noise, and attract the unsheltered population. They stated
also that the environmental pollution that would be emitted from the development
was unwanted and thought a laundry mat would lower the property value of their
neighborhood. Staff made it clear that this was a C-1 rezoning application and that
there are many permitted uses for neighborhood commercial development. After
some discussion there was a motion to approve the application. Then there was a
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second. The vote was ten (10) ayes, zero (0) nays, and one (1) open position. The
motion passed. The application was approved.
January 8, 2026
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FILE NO.: Z-10241
NAME: Rise and Reveal Sobriety Home — Group Home — Special Use Permit
LOCATION: 6601 Juniper Road
DEVELOPER:
Lillian Akins
6601 Juniper Road
Little Rock, AR 72209
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Lillian Akins (Owner/applicant)
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
n/a
AREA: .24 acre NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
CURRENT ZONING: R-2
VARIANCE/WAIVERS: none requested
STAFF UPDATE:
The applicant submitted a letter to Staff on December 10, 2025 requesting this application
be withdrawn. Staff supports the withdrawal request.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 8, 2026)
This application was withdrawn at the request of the applicant.
January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 11 FILE NO.: Z-10242
NAME: Incura Private Rehabilitation Clinic — Conditional Use Permit
LOCATION: 1000 S. Rodney Parham Road
OWNER/AGENT:
Ben Wells (Agent)
24 Rahling Circle
Little Rock, AR 72223
Pfeifer Eugene M III Trust (owner)
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
White - Daters & Associates, Inc.
24 Rahling Circle
Little Rock, AR 72223
AREA: 1.52 acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
WARD: 6
CURRENT ZONING: C-3
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit for 1.52 acres to allow a private
rehabilitation and treatment facility (establishment for the care of alcoholic,
narcotic, or psychiatric patients) located at 1000 S. Rodney Parham Road.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property has an existing 11,882 square foot one-story structure. Subject
property is located south from the 1-630 corridor on -ramp. Properties south, east
and west of the site contain a mixture of commercial and light -industrial zoning and
uses. The Future Land Use shows Commercial Zoning, "C". The current zoning is
C-3.
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ITEM NO.: 11 (Cont.) FILE NO.: Z-10242
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. 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. Ramp shown on site plan protrudes in accessibility aisle, this is not allowed.
5. May be subject to building permit for further review.
6. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-4817
or at 501-918-5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way prior to
placement of concrete or asphalt or for on -site clarification of requirements prior to
commencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal of any improperly placed
concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or contractor.
7. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works
Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or for
more information.
8. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations of
construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by the
responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS):
Portions of the property are located within the regulatory floodplain, Zone AE. In
future improvements to the property is subject to conformance with the City of Little
Rock floodplain regulations.
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E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authoritv: No comments.
Enter : No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water:
Show and reference ex. Utility easement on ex. 8" water main or provide 15' utility
easement along Rodney Parham Rd. 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 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road
width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access
road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders.
Grade
Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2021 Arkansas Fire
Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads
shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief. If
the grade exceeds 10 percent, approval will be denied and the applicant must
submit request to be reviewed by Fire Chief for Approval.
Loadinq
Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2021
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading.
Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be
accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus
access road with an asphalt, concrete or other approved driving surface capable
of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds.
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Commercial and Industrial Developments — 2 means of access. - Maintain fire
apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2021 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.
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 CODES/LANDSCAPE-
Building Codes: 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 10, the Boyle Park Planning District. The
development principles of this district include developing facilities for all modes of
transportation, retaining land in environmentally sensitive areas as open space,
especially along Rock Creek, and limiting commercial development along John
Barrow Road to between 32nd and 37th Streets. The Land Use Plan shows
Commercial (C) for the application 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 CUP.
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ITEM NO.: 11 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-10242
North and east of the application area is right-of-way for S. Rodney Parham Road
and 1-630. West of the application area is area designated for Light Industrial (LI)
uses and is characterized by commercial buildings.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
Master Street Plan:
S. Rodney Parham Road is a minor arterial on the Master Street Plan. Minor
Arterials are high volume roads designed to provide the connections to and
through an urban area. Curb cuts should be minimized to allow for continuous
traffic flow while still allowing some access to adjoining property. Deceleration
Lanes are required. Standard Right-of-way (ROW) is 90 feet. Sidewalks are
required on both sides. This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may
require street improvements.
Bicycle Plan:
S. Rodney Parham Road is not shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing or
proposed facilities in this area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit for 1.52 acres to allow a private
rehabilitation and treatment facility (establishment for the care of alcoholic,
narcotic, or psychiatric patients) located at 1000 S: Rodney Parham Road.
The property has an existing 11,882 square foot one-story structure. Subject
property is located south from the 1-630 corridor on -ramp. Properties directly
behind (south), east and west of the site contain a mixture of commercial and light -
industrial zoning and uses. The Future Land Use shows Commercial Zoning, "C".
The current zoning is C-3.
Incura, Inc. is the operator of the private facility. There will be approximately thirty
(30) patients at any given time. Staff will be on site twenty-four hours, seven days
a week. There will be 10-15 staff members on site during Front Office hours, which
will be from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm daily. There will be three (3) staff members on
site during the night shift. No one but Staff is allowed to leave and enter outside of
Front Office hours.
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FILE NO.: Z-10242
There are two entrances into the private parking lot off S. Rodney Parham and one
entrance from Rushing Circle. There is parking on each side (east and west) of the
building, as well as on the front along S. Rodney Parham Road. The applicant will
utilize the existing parking lot. Staff feels the parking plan is sufficient to serve the
proposed use.
All signs will comply with Section 36-555 of the City's Zoning Ordinance.
Dumpsters will be screened as per Section 36-523 of the City's Zoning Ordinance,
and any additional lighting will 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 rehabilitation and treatment facility is an
appropriate use for the subject property. Staff feels the proposed use will have
minimal impact within the general area and will provide a benefit to the community
and facilitate families with a vital resource. Staff feels the proposed use will have
no adverse impact on the surrounding properties.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the proposed 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: (JANUARY 8, 2026)
The applicant was present. There were no persons registered in opposition. Staff
presented the item with a recommendation of approval. The item remained on the
Consent Agenda for Approval. The vote was ten (10) ayes, zero (0) nays, and one
(1) open position. The motion passed. The application was approved.
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ITEM NO.: 12
NAME: ACTS Senior Village - PCD
LOCATION: SEC of John Barrow Road and W. 401h Street
DEVELOPER:
ACTS Community Temple of Servants (Owner)
1421 Ingram Road
Conway, AR 72032
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Terence L. Bolden (Agent)
1421 Ingram Road
Conway, AR 72032
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
Robbins Professional Land Services
P.O. Box 939
Bryant, AR 72089
AREA: 3.80 acres
CURRENT ZONING: POD
BACKGROUND:
FILE NO.: Z-7154-A
NUMBER OF LOTS: 25 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
On March 9, 2002, the Planning Commission approved rezoning of approximately 3.80
acres from R-3 and 0-3 to POD to allow the property to be utilized as a church, and
church related activities (daycare, school & library). On June 4, 2002, the Board of
Directors adopted Ordinance No. 18,700 (Z-7154).
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant proposes to rezone approximately 3.80 acres from R-2 & POD to
PCD for a mixed -use development that will contain a church, single-family
residences, and pop-up market spaces. A future phase of the development will
contain a garden/agricultural area as part of the overall development. The western
portion of subject property is located within the John Barrow Design Overlay
District.
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ITEM NO.: 12 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-7154-A
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
Properties in the general area contain a mixture of zoning and uses.
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. Boundary street improvements are required per master street plan. Boundary
street improvements shall include, but are not limited to, reconstruction of one-
half section of the abutting street if the existing street is not up to city
standards. Repair, replace, or extend existing damaged, missing, and
noncompliant curb and gutter, sidewalk, access ramps or concrete driveway
aprons within the public right-of-way adjacent to the site. Remove abandoned
driveway cuts and replace with curb, gutter, and sidewalk. All work within the
public right-of-way shall conform to City of Little Rock Public Works Standard
Details and ADA guidelines.
2. Submit traffic impact study (TIA) showing the additional projected traffic
expected to be generated by the proposed development. TIA should show
the following: 1. an evaluation of the existing traffic conditions in the vicinity
of the proposed site 2. an analysis of projected traffic volumes entering and
exiting the proposed development at the nearby access drives and
intersections used to serve the site 3. Identify the effects of traffic operations
for the existing traffic in combination with site -generated traffic associated with
the proposed development 4. evaluate' traffic operations for the study
intersections and access drives that will serve the site and make
recommendations for mitigative improvements which may be necessary and
appropriate for safe and acceptable traffic operations 5. Assess the
adequacy of the site to accommodate projected drive-thru traffic via queueing
analysis.
3. Remove old Longcoy St access shown in front of leisure park.
4. All driveways/aprons must meet municipal code and city standards.
5. Rear access to the proposed developments preferred.
6. ADA Access shall be shown to the Right -of -Way.
7. Handicap Parking shall include one van stall 11ft wide with a 5ft minimum
aisle.
8. Accessibility aisle shall be on passenger side of the van stall.
9. Parking stalls must be appropriate size.
10. Accessibility path of travel from SW accessibility stalls.
11. May be subject to building permit for further review.
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FILE NO.: Z-7154-A
12. 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.
13.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, inlets and an analysis of
downstream impact with existing infrastructure as required per City's current
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.
14. 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.
15. 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."
16.A grading permit must be obtained prior to initiation of work. Grading permits
are issued by the Planning and Development Dept. at 723 West Markham
Street after approval of sediment and erosion control plans, grading and
drainage plans, land survey, drainage study, and soil loss calculations per
City's stormwater management and drainage manual. Contact Planning and
Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-4817 or at 501-918-
5348 or Permits(@,Iittlerock.gov to schedule an appointment for issuance or to
answer any questions. Permit cost is based on total project area at $100.00
for the less than'/2 acre, $200.00 for '/z to 1 acre, and $200.00 for the first acre
and $100.00 for each additional acre for project greater than 1 acre.
17.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
18. 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
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Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or
for more information.
19. 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.
20. 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.
21.Any new development shall be permitted and receive all reviews to ensure all
codes, specifications, and ordinances are met.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PUBLIC WORKS):
1. The proposed private street east of the pop up spaces should be designed and
constructed as a minor commercial street of 31 ft width, with commercial street
pavement and base course thickness.
2. Right-of-way dedications and half street construction should conform with
Master Street Plan for minor commercial streets on W. 40th St. and W. 42"d St.
adjacent to the proposed non-residential use. City code allows the dedications
and street construction to conform with the residential street standard adjacent to
residential uses.
3. Future bus stop locations and designs are required to be approved by LR Public
Works and Rock Region Metro prior to installation.
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: No comments received.
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Wate
1. All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for
water service must be met.
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ITEM NO.: 12 (Cont.
Fire Department:
FILE NO.: Z-7154-A
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 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road
width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access
road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders.
Grade
Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2021 Arkansas Fire
Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads
shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief. If
the grade exceeds 10 percent, approval will be denied and the applicant must
submit request to be reviewed by Fire Chief for Approval.
Loading
Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2021
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading.
Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be
accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus
access road with 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 2021 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
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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.
Gates
Maintain fire apparatus access road gates as per Appendix D of the 2021
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.5 Fire apparatus access
road gates. Gates securing the fire apparatus access roads shall comply with
all of the following criteria:
1. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
2. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
3. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by
one person.
4. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times
and replace or repaired when defective.
5. Electric gates shall be equipped with a means of opening the gate by fire
department personnel for emergency access. Emergency opening devices
shall be approved by the fire code official.
6. Manual opening gates shall not be locked with a padlock or chain and
padlock unless they are capable of being opened by means of forcible entry
tools or when a key box containing the keys to the lock is installed at the
gate location.
7. Locking device specifications shall be submitted for approval by the fire
code official
8. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with
U L 325.
9. Gates, intended for automatic operation, shall be designed, constructed and
installed to comply with requirements of ASTM F 2200.
Multi -Family Residential Developments
As per Appendix D, Section D106.1 of the 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention
Code Vol. 1. Projects having more than 100 dwelling units. Multiple -family
residential projects having more than 100 dwelling units shall be equipped
throughout with two separate and approved fire apparatus access roads.
Exception: Projects having up to 200 dwelling units may have a single
approved fire apparatus access road when all buildings, including nonresidential
occupancies, are equipped throughout with approved automatic sprinkler systems
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installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2
As per Appendix D, Section D106.2 of the 2021 Arkansas Fire prevention
Code Vol. 1. Projects having more than 200 dwelling units. Multiple -family
residential projects having more than 200 dwelling units shall be provided with two
separate and approved fire apparatus access roads regardless of whether they
are equipped with an approved automatic sprinkler system.
One- or Two -Family Residential Developments.
As per Appendix D, Section D107.1 of the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code
Vol. 1, One- or Two -Family dwelling residential developments. Developments
of one- or two-family dwellings where the number of dwelling units exceeds 30
shall be provided with two separate and approved fire apparatus access roads and
shall meet the requirements of Section D104.3.
Exceptions:
1. Where there are more than 30 dwelling units on a single public or
private fire apparatus access road and all dwelling units are equipped
throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system in
accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, 903.3.1.2 or 903.3.1.3 of the
Arkansas Fire Code, access from two directions shall not be required.
2. The number of dwelling units on a single fire apparatus access road shall
not be increased unless fire apparatus access roads will connect with
future development, as determined by the fire code official.
Contact Chief Davbram Flowers at (501) 918-3780, Capt. Tony Rhodes at (501)
918-3757, Fire Marshal Derek N Ingram (501) 918-3756, or Fire Marshal Evan
Johnson (501) 765-1646.
Parks and Recreation: No comments received.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAP
Building Code: No comments received.
Landscape:
1. The proposed development must comply with Chapter 15 of the City's
Landscape Code (Landscaping and Tree Protection).
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G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Plannina Division:
Land Use Plan:
The request is in Planning District 10, the Boyle Park Planning District. The
development principles of this district include developing facilities for all modes of
transportation, retaining land in environmentally sensitive areas as open space,
especially along Rock Creek, and limiting commercial development along John
Barrow Road to between 32nd and 37th Streets. The Land Use Plan shows
Residential Low Density (RL) for the application 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.
Surrounding the application area are areas designated for Residential Low Density
(RL) uses and are characterized by single-family homes and duplexes.
The subject site is located in the John Barrow Road Design Overlay District (Ord.
20867). The purpose of the district is to enhance the quality of the corridor to
encourage development and redevelopment.
Master Street Plan:
John Barrow Road is a minor arterial on the Master Street Plan. Minor Arterials are
high volume roads designed to provide the connections to and through an urban
area. Curb cuts should be minimized to allow for continuous traffic flow while still
allowing some access to adjoining property. Deceleration Lanes are required.
Standard Right-of-way (ROW) is 90 feet. Sidewalks are required on both sides.
This street may require dedication of right-of-way and may require street
improvements.
W. 40th Street and Longcoy Street 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. These streets may require dedication of right-
of-way and may require street improvements.
Bicvcle Plan.
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John Barrow Road is on the Master Bike Plan as a Proposed Class II Bike Lane.
Class I I Bike Lanes provides a portion of the pavement for the sole use of bicycles.
W. 40th Street and Longcoy Street are not shown on the Master Bike Plan with
existing or proposed facilities.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
ANALYSIS:
The applicant proposes to rezone approximately 3.80 acres from R-2 & POD to
PCD for a mixed -use development that will contain a church, single-family
residences, and pop-up market spaces. A future phase of the development will
contain a garden/agricultural area as part of the overall development. The western
portion of subject property is located within the John Barrow Design Overlay
District.
Properties in the general area contain a mixture of zoning and uses.
Driveways from W. 40th Street, W. 41st Street and W. 42"d Street will provide
access to the overall development. Half street improvements will be constructed
along these roadways.
The developer will construct a new worship center that will contain two hundred
fifty (250) seats near the northwest corner of the overall development. A fourteen
(14) foot high canopy is shown to extend from front entrance of the building in a
southwest direction towards the parking lot.
The building will contain spaces for administrative offices, meeting rooms, senior
activities, after school programs, a kitchen and restrooms. The applicant is not
proposing a child daycare or health clinic at this time.
Building setbacks for the worship center are shown to be more than twenty-five
(25) feet from the property lines on all sides. The worship center structure will have
a building height of approximately forty (40) feet.
Typically, Section 36-502 requires sixty-three (63) parking spaces, including one
(1) van accessible and two (2) standard ADA parking spaces opposite the front
entrance of the building. The applicant is providing sixty-seven (67) parking spaces
for the worship center. Staff feels the parking is sufficient to serve the worship
center use.
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The applicant also proposes to build ten (10), 1-story tiny homes for seniors along
W. 40th Street near the northeast portion of the development. Each tiny home will
be approximately six hundred (600) square feet in area and will contain covered
front and rear porches. At no time shall the senior homes operate as Short -Term
Rentals (STRs).
Building materials will consist of wood framed construction on raised brick masonry
piers with a gable roof structure and clad architectural shingles. Exterior finishes
will contain wall cladding, factory finished lap siding and double hung vinyl/wood
windows with thermal glazing. Each tiny home will contain a four (4) foot tall
opaque wood fence in the front and six (6) foot tall opaque wood fence in the rear.
A driveway extending south from W. 40th Street provides access to a leisure park
area shown to be near the center of the tiny home portion of the development.
Section 36-502 requires one (1) parking space per dwelling unit. Each tiny home
is shown to contain a fifteen (15) foot wide driveway extending from W. 40th Street,
with parking for two (2) vehicles.
The applicant proposes a freestanding mail kiosk, fixed under an open-air covered
shelter located near the entrance of the proposed leisure park. The applicant notes
the mail kiosk will be ADA compliant and will contain no steps or barriers. The
applicant must provide documentation to staff from USPS demonstrating
compliance and approval regarding the proposed mail kiosk location.
The development will also contain weather protected, ADA accessible "Pop -Up
Spaces" at the southwest corner of the overall development. The applicant notes
that the "Pop -Up Market Spaces" will operate as a community gathering place for
the Senior Village. The spaces will contain sealed concrete floors, fully washable,
modular walls and metal roof panels. All furniture is intended to be portable. The
spaces will operate during the day (am) and evening (pm), seven (7) days a week
with a maximum number of twenty (20) full and part time staff at any given time. At
no time shall the spaces be utilized as a storage facility for the senior village.
The site plan shows eighteen (18) parking spaces dedicated for the proposed
"Pop -Up Market use, including two (2) ADA compliant parking spaces. Staff feels
the parking is sufficient to serve the use.
The applicant notes the at some time in the future the development will contain an
agricultural center and bike/walking trail. However, those aspects of the
development are not part of this application. If pursued, the applicant notes that a
separate application (Revised PCD) will be required for all proposed future
development.
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The applicant is proposing to abandon the following rights -of -way (ROW) as part
of the overall development:
Approximately 288 linear feet of a 10 foot wide alley extending from W.
40th Street to W. 41 st Street.
2. Approximately 288 liner feet of ROW
W. 41 st Street to W. 40th Street.
3. Approximately 135 linear feet of W.
Barrow Road (east), between Lot 12,
John Barrow Addition.
(Longcoy Street) extending from
41st Street extending from John
Block 157 and Lot 7, Block 158,
4. Approximately 50 feet of a ten foot wide alley between Lots 6 and 7,
Block 132, John Barrow Addition.
If approved by the Planning Commission, the proposed abandonment of rights of
way will be forwarded to the Board of Directors as a separate application.
Landscaping must comply with Chapter 15 of the City's Landscape Ordinance.
The applicant is not requesting a sign with this application. All signs must conform
to Section 36-555 of the City's Zoning Ordinance (signs permitted in commercial
zones).
Any fencing or walls erected must comply with Section 36-516 of the City's Zoning
Ordinance for all aspects of the development.
Any dumpster placed on the site must be screened and comply with Section 36-
523 of the City's Zoning Ordinance.
Lighting for all aspects of the development must be low-level and directed away
from adjacent properties.
Staff is supportive of the requested PCD zoning. The applicant provided responses
to staffs concerns during the review of the application. Staff views the request as
reasonable. The proposed development represents a positive investment for the
undeveloped property in the general area, providing community resources and
additional housing options within the area.
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.
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PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 8, 2026)
The applicant was present. There were three (3) persons registered in opposition.
Staff presented the item, and the item was taken off the Consent Agenda and
opened for discussion. Clara Cardriche expressed concerns of the streets being
too narrow, public safety and the vetting of the seniors that will live in the residential
units, parking issues, and traffic congestion. Sandy Becka came to make sure that
the people who had questions were able to be represented but presented no real
concerns other than the neighborhood needs to work together for this new
development. Vivian Littrell deferred her time. After some discussion there was a
motion to approve the application. There was second. The vote was ten (10) ayes,
zero (0) nays, and one (1) open position. The motion passed. The application was
approved.
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ITEM NO.: 13 FILE NO.: Z-7648-A
NAME: Two Moon Properties, LLC — PD-C
LOCATION: SWC of Charles Bussey Avenue and Park Lane
DEVELOPER:
Downtown Community Development Corp./ Two Moon Properties, LLC
8610 Crafton Circle
Little Rock, AR 72209
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Downtown Community Development Corp./ Two Moon Properties, LLC (Owners)
GarNat Engineering (Agent)
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
GarNat Engineering
P.O. ox 116
Benton, AR 72018
AREA: .47 acre
CURRENT ZONING: R-4
NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
VARIANCE/WAIVERS: none requested
STAFF UPDATE:
The applicant submitted a letter to Staff on December 15, 2025 requesting this application
be deferred to the February 12, 2026 agenda. Staff supports the deferral request.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 8, 2026)
This item was deferred to the February 12, 2026 agenda at the request of the applicant.
January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 14
NAME: Hines — PD-R
LOCATION: 3 Marigold Drive
DEVELOPER:
Global 2000, LLC
5023 Littlefield Road
Labelle, FL 33935
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Patricia Hines (Owner/applicant)
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
Robbins Professional Land Services
P.O. Boix 939
Bryant, AR 72089
AREA: .47 acre
CURRENT ZONING: R-2
FILE NO.: Z-10232
NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
VARIANCE/WAIVERS: none requested
STAFF UPDATE:
The applicant submitted a letter to Staff on December 11, 2025 requesting this application
be withdrawn. Staff supports the withdrawal request.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
This item was withdrawn at the request of the applicant.
(JANUARY 8, 2026)
January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 15
NAME: Hamilton Station Apartments - PRD
LOCATION: North of 14524 Cantrell Road
DEVELOPER:
Rees Commercial (Owner)
11719 Hinson Road, Suite 130
Little Rock, AR 72223
OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT:
Jess Griffin (Agent)
11719 Hinson Road, Suite 130
Little Rock, AR 72223
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
Arrow Surveying
P.O. Box 13087
Maumelle, AR 72113
FILE NO.: Z-7500-K
AREA: 11 acres NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
CURRENT ZONING: POD
VARIANCEM/AIVERS:
None requested.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant is requesting to rezone 10.67 acres from POD to PRD. The multi-
family apartment development will contain three (3) separate buildings, four (4)
stories in height and 250 residential units. The development will also contain three
(3) townhomes located near the northeast portion of the property. The applicant
notes the development has no phasing plan at this time, but is subject to change
in the future.
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B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The site is currently undeveloped and partially tree covered. Some site work has
taken place on the property. Properties in the general area contain a mixture of
zoning and uses.
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. Engineer of record needs to provide all correspondence with AR Department
of Transportation.
2. Applicant to provide adequate site plan. Showing all surrounding streets
existing and proposed.
3. Approval from LRFD and suggested access plans and hydrant locations.
4. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-
4817 or at 501-918-5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way
prior to placement of concrete or asphalt or for on -site clarification of
requirements prior to commencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal
of any improperly placed concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or
contractor.
5. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets
require approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works
Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or
for more information.
6. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations
of construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by
the responsible party prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
7. A drainage study showing all hydrologic calculations for the site and all
hydraulic calculations for the proposed storm sewer pipe system, swales and
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ditches, culverts, detention ponds, outlet structures, inlets and an analysis of
downstream impact with existing infrastructure as required per City's current
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.
8. 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. 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."
10.A grading permit must be obtained prior to initiation of work. Grading permits
are issued by the Planning and Development Dept. at 723 West Markham
Street after approval of sediment and erosion control plans, grading and
drainage plans, land survey, drainage study, and soil loss calculations per
City's stormwater management and drainage manual. Contact Planning and
Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-4817 or at 501-918-
5348 or Perm its(cDlittlerock.gov to schedule an appointment for issuance or to
answer any questions. Permit cost is based on total project area at $100.00
for the less than Y2 acre, $200.00 for Y2 to 1 acre, and $200.00 for the first acre
and $100.00 for each additional acre for project greater than 1 acre.
11.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
12. Any new development shall be permitted and receive all reviews to ensure all
codes, specifications, and ordinances are met.
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13.ADA Access shall be shown to the Right -of -Way.
14. Handicap Parking shall include one van stall 11ft wide with a 5ft minimum
aisle.
15. Proposal for use will require a change for ADA to meet max feasibility, when
you apply for a building permit this will be commented on.
16. May be subject to building permit for further review.
17.Accessible path of travel to be shown from public street and between
buildings, including trash enclosures.
18.All facilities on site to meet accessibility requirements. Including parking and
path of travel.
ENGINEERING COMMENTS PUBLIC WORKS):
1. A special Grading Permit for Flood Hazard Areas will be required per Sec. 13-
55 prior to construction.
2. The minimum Finish Floor of all proposed inhabitable structures are required to
be elevated to at least 1 ft higher than the base flood elevation and required to
be shown on the site plan.
3. 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.
4. Provide additional information detailing the uses of the east and west proposed
driveways. Will tenants use both driveways for typical access or is one
driveway for secondary fire access only.
5. The development is required to provide stormwater detention in conformance
with the Little Rock Drainage Manual.
6. The proposed residential apartment development will add substantial traffic to
the Cantrell Rd/Taylor Loop Rd intersection which has insufficient lanes, lane
geometry, and vehicle stacking. A traffic study is required to be provided based
on existing and future traffic volumes to verify the adequacy of the existing
lanes, lane geometry, and vehicle stacking or if additional improvements are
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required to prevent a reduction in the level of service of the intersection. The
engineer should contact ARDOT and obtain the latest plans and expected time
of construction of the Cantrell Rd Widening Project.
E. UTILITIES/FIRE DEPARTMENT/PARKS/COUNTY PLANNING:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: No comments received.
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water:
Central Arkansas Water does not support approval of the project until the
following issues are resolved:
1. A 48-inch raw water line and a 72-inch raw water line crosses this site within a
50-foot wide waterline easement in the middle of this property. Care must be
taken to protect these water lines and any appurtenances, such as access and
air release vaults, or monumentation which may be in the area. No signs, light
poles, dumpster pads or other structures on foundations will be allowed within
the existing 50-foot waterline easement. Paved parking and driveways are
allowed. Field verification of the pipeline depth and location will need to be
made by Central Arkansas Water. Construction of the proposed improvements
must be performed with materials and techniques that will not harm or damage
the pipelines or interfere with their operation. Due to the critical nature of the
raw water lines located near this grading please contact CAW at 501-377-1241,
24 hours prior to any work within the water line Right -of -Way.
2. A survey of the planned site and location of the existing 48" and 72" raw water
line easement must be provided to Central Arkansas Water by a licensed
surveyor.
3. Provide a grading plan showing existing and proposed contours to Central
Arkansas Water.
4. No structures included retaining walls and light pole foundations are allowed
within the 48" and 72" 50-foot raw water line easement or within 15' of the edge
of the easement.
5. Owner to provide a geotechnical engineer to examine the site to study the
potential increased loads on the pipes due to fill, adjacent structures and
dynamic loads during and after construction, and provide recommendations to
minimize additional burden on the pipes that are acceptable to CAW.
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6. All construction work, including earthwork, shall be observed by CAW. Contact
CAW, Andrew Pownall, prior to any work in this area.
7. A water main extension will be needed to provide water service to this property.
8. The Little Rock Fire Department needs to evaluate this site to determine
whether additional public and/or private fire hydrant(s) will be required. If
additional fire hydrant(s) are required, they will be installed at the Developer's
expense.
9. Please submit plans for water facilities and/or fire protection system to Central
Arkansas Water for review. Plan revisions may be required after additional
review. Contact Central Arkansas Water regarding procedures for installation
of water facilities and/or fire service. Approval of plans by the Arkansas
Department of Health Engineering Division and Little Rock Fire Department is
required.
10.A Capital Investment Charge based on the size of meter connection(s) will
apply to this project in addition to normal charges. This fee will apply to all
connections including metered connections off the private fire system.
11. If there are facilities that need to be adjusted and/or relocated, contact Central
Arkansas Water. That work would be done at the expense of the developer.
12. The facilities on -site will be private. When meters are planned off private lines,
private facilities shall be installed to Central Arkansas Water's material and
construction specifications and installation will be inspected by an engineer,
licensed to practice in the State of Arkansas. Execution of Customer Owned
Line Agreement is required.
13. Due to the nature of this facility, installation of an approved reduced pressure
zone backflow preventer assembly (RPZ) is required on the domestic water
service. This assembly must be installed prior to the first point of use. Central
Arkansas Water (CAW) requires that upon installation of the RPZA, successful
tests of the assembly must be completed by a Certified Assembly Tester
licensed by the State of Arkansas and approved by CAW. The test results must
be sent to CAW's Cross Connection Section within ten days of installation and
annually thereafter. Contact the Cross Connection Section at 377-1226 if you
would like to discuss backflow prevention requirements for this project.
14. Fire sprinkler systems which do not contain additives such as antifreeze shall
be isolated with a double detector check valve assembly. If additives are used,
a reduced pressure zone backflow preventer shall be required.
Fire Department:
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.
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Maintain Access:
FILE NO.: Z-7500-K
Fire Hydrants.
Maintain fire apparatus access roads at fire hydrant locations as per Appendix D
of the 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.1 Access road
width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on a fire apparatus access
road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet, exclusive of shoulders.
Grade
Maintain fire apparatus access roads as per Appendix D of the 2021 Arkansas Fire
Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.2 Grade. Fire apparatus access roads
shall not exceed 10 percent in grade except as approved by the fire chief. If
the grade exceeds 10 percent, approval will be denied and the applicant must
submit request to be reviewed by Fire Chief for Approval.
Loading
Maintain fire apparatus access road design as per Appendix D of the 2021
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D102.1 Access and loading.
Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be
accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus
access road with asphalt, concrete or other approved driving surface capable of
supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds.
30' Tall Buildings - Maintain aerial fire apparatus access roads as per
Appendix D of the 2021 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.
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Dead Ends.
Maintain fire apparatus access roads at dead end locations as per Appendix
D of the 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.4 Dead
Ends. Dead-end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet shall be
provided with width and turnaround provisions in accordance with Table D103.4.
Requirements for Dead-end fire apparatus access roads.
Gates
Maintain fire apparatus access road gates as per Appendix D of the 2021
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.5 Fire apparatus access
road gates. Gates securing the fire apparatus access roads shall comply with
all of the following criteria:
1. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
2. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
3. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by
one person.
4. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times
and replace 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.
Multi-Fam!IV Residential Developments
As per Appendix D, Section D106.1 of the 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention
Code Vol. 1. Projects having more than 100 dwelling units. Multiple -family
residential projects having more than 100 dwelling units shall be equipped
throughout with two separate and approved fire apparatus access roads.
Exception: Projects having up to 200 dwelling units may have a single
approved fire apparatus access road when all buildings, including nonresidential
occupancies, are equipped throughout with approved automatic sprinkler systems
installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2
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ITEM NO.: 15 Cont. FILE NO.: Z-7500-K
As per Appendix D, Section D106.2 of the 2021 Arkansas Fire prevention
Code Vol. 1. Projects having more than 200 dwelling units. Multiple -family
residential projects having more than 200 dwelling units shall be provided with two
separate and approved fire apparatus access roads regardless of whether they
are equipped with an approved automatic sprinkler system.
F. BUILDING CODES/LANDSCAPE:
Building Codes: No comments received.
Landscape: No comments received.
G. TRANSPORTATION/PLANNING:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division:
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 Transition (T) for the application area. Transition (T) is a
land use plan designation that provides for an orderly transition between residential
uses and other more intense uses. Transition was established to deal with areas
which contain zoned residential uses and nonconforming nonresidential uses. A
Planned Zoning District is required unless the application conforms to the Design
Overlay standards. Uses that may be considered are low -density multi -family
residential and office uses if the proposals are compatible with quality of life in
nearby residential areas. The application is for a PRD.
North and northwest of the application area are areas designated Park/Open
Space (PK/OS) and are characterized by a creek. North beyond the creek and
west of the application area are areas designated for Residential Low Density (RL)
uses and are characterized by single-family residences in developed subdivisions.
East of the application area is area designated for Transition (T) uses and is
characterized by a veterinary hospital and single-family residences. South of the
application area are areas designated for Office (0) and Mixed Office and
Commercial (MOC) uses and are characterized by office buildings, a healthcare
clinic, and two restaurants.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
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Master Street Plan:
Cantrell Road is a Principal Arterial on the Master Street Plan. Principal Arterials
are roads designed to serve through traffic, and to connect major traffic generators
or activity centers within urbanized areas. The standard Right of way of 110 feet is
required. Sidewalks are required on both sides. This street may require dedication
of right-of-way and may require street improvements.
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.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
H. ANALYSIS:
The applicant is requesting to rezone 10.67 acres from POD to PRD. The multi-
family apartment development will contain three (3) separate buildings, four (4)
stories in height and 250 residential units. The development will also contain three
(3) townhomes located near the northeast portion of the property. The applicant
notes the development has no phasing plan at this time but is subject to change in
the future.
The site is currently undeveloped and partially tree covered. Some site. work has
taken place on the property. Properties in the general area contain a fixture of
zoning and uses.
Access drives will be located at the southeast and southwest corners of the overall
development. The project will be accessed through existing commercial
developments at 14524 Cantrell Road and 14800/14820 Cantrell Road. There will
also be a 26-foot-wide access drive along the south property line which will connect
the two (2) access points.
The main buildings and townhouses show building setbacks over eighty (80) feet
from all property lines. All garages and carports will be setback over twenty (26)
feet from all property lines.
The proposed multifamily development will include studio apartments, one (1), two
(2) and three (3) bedroom units. They will range in size from 664 square feet to
1,585 square feet.
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FILE NO.: Z-7500-K
Amenities for the proposed development will include a swimming pool/pavilion
area, an area for hammocks, clubhouse, and a mini -golf course. Townhouse
amenities shown on the plan depict an area that will contain a fire/BBQ pit and
playground.
The applicant is providing a total of 352 parking spaces, including handicapped
parking spaces. The parking plan contains a mixture of garages, carport and
uncovered parking. Typically, 375 spaces are required for the 250 apartment units.
Parking for the three (3) townhouses shown on the plan will contain a 2-car garage
for each townhouse. Staff feels that parking provided for the apartments, the
clubhouse and townhomes is sufficient to serve the use.
All required landscaping must comply with Chapter 15 (Landscape Ordinance).
The site must also comply with the screening and buffer requirements of Chapter
36.
The applicant did not provide a sign plan with this application. All signs must
comply with Section 36-552 of the City's Zoning Ordinance (signs permitted in
multifamily zones).
The site plan shows several dumpsters throughout the site. All dumpsters on the
site must be screened and comply with and comply with Section 36-523 of the
City's Zoning Ordinance.
Any site lighting must be low-level and directed away from adjacent properties.
Any fence or wall erected must comply with Section 36-516 of the City's Zoning
Ordinance.
Staff cannot support the project at this time due to the fact that issues have been
raised by Central Arkansas Water, Public Works and ARDOT, which have not been
addressed by the applicant. Staff believes the application needs to be deferred so
that the outstanding issues can be resolved.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the application be deferred in order for the applicant to address
issues raised by Central Arkansas Water, Public Works (traffic study), and
ARDOT.
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ITEM NO.: 15 (Cont.
NO.: Z-7500-K
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 8, 2026)
This item was deferred to the March 12, 2026 agenda at the request of the
applicant.
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ITEM NO.: 16
NAME: Randle — STR-1 — Special Use Permit
LOCATION: 218 Kingsrow Drive
APPLICANT/OWNER:
Myranda Grulke
218 Kings Row Drive
Little Rock, AR 72207
FILE NO.: Z-10236
AREA:.71 acre NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
WARD: 3
CURRENT ZONING: R-2
VARIANCENVAIVERS:
None Requested.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant is requesting a special use permit for the 0.71-acre property, located at
218 Kingsrow Drive; 9to allow the operation of a short-term rental 1 (STR-1) with a
maximum stay of twenty-nine (29) days. The owner resides in the primary residence
and rents out the detached studio apartment. The short-term rental has been in
operation for six (6) months and is rented out as an entire unit.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property is occupied by a 4,756 square foot, two-story, single-family residence
and located at the rear of the property is a 365 square foot, one-story, detached studio
apartment. The property has a three -car driveway as well as off-street parking. There
are single family homes surrounding the property to the north and southeast. There is
a multifamily apartment complex on the other side (south) of Kingsrow Drive and there
is commercial property further south leading to Cantrell Road. The Future Land Use
Plan is Residential Low Density "RL". The current zoning is R-2.
C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
All owners of property located within 300 feet of the site and all neighborhood
January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 16 (CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-10236
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 :
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water: No comments.
Fire Department: Full life Safety Inspection
Landscape:
F. Transportation/Planning:
Rock Region Metro: No comments received.
Planning Division:
Land Use Plan:
The request is in District 3, the West Little Rock Planning District. The development
principles of the district include preserving and maintaining greenways and open
spaces and preventing encroachment of commercial development into existing
residential spaces. The Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density (RL) for the
application 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 Special Use Permit.
North, east, and west of the application area are areas designated for Residential Low
Density (RL) uses and are characterized by single-family residences in developed
subdivisions. South of the application area is area designated for Residential High
Density (RH) uses and is characterized by an apartment complex.
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ITEM NO.: 16(CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-10236
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
Master Street Plan:
Kingsrow Drive is a Minor Residential Street on the Master Street Plan. Minor
Residential Streets are: (a) A cul-de-sac street not exceeding 40 lots, or (b) a loop
street not exceeding 80 lots, and in no case generating more than 400 vehicle trips
per day. The standard Right-of-way is 45'. This street may require dedication of right-
of-way and may require street improvements.
Bicycle Plan:
Kingsrow Drive is not shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing or proposed
facilities in this area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application area is the site of the Dan Cowling House. A mid-century modern style
house, this house is ineligible for historic listing.
G. ANALYSIS:
The applicant is requesting a special use permit for the 0.71-acre property, located at
218 Kingsrow Drive, to allow the operation of a short-term rental 1 (STR-1) with a
maximum stay of twenty-nine (29) days. The owner resides in the primary residence
and rents out the detached studio apartment. The short-term rental has been in
operation for six (6) months and is rented out as an entire unit.
The property is occupied by a 4,756 square foot, two-story, single-family residence
and located at the rear of the property is a 365 square foot, one-story, detached studio
apartment. The property has a three -car driveway as well as off-street parking. There
are single family homes surrounding the property to the north and southeast. There is
a multifamily apartment complex on the other side (south) of Kingsrow Drive and there
is commercial property further south leading to Cantrell Road. The Future Land Use
Plan is Residential Low Density "RL". The current zoning is R-2.
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.
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ITEM NO.: 16 CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-10236
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.
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.
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ITEM NO.: 16 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-10236
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 is existing off-street parking for at least (3) vehicles.
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 thirty-two (132) 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 to allow a short-term rental 1
as the desired use. Staff feels the rental will continue to create a diversity of housing
options for this neighborhood. Staff feels that this short-term rental 1 located at 218
Kingsrow Drive 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 paragraph E, and the staff analysis of the agenda
staff report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 8, 2026)
This item was deferred to the February 12, 2026 agenda due to insufficient notification.
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ITEM NO.: 17
NAME: Lotus 678 Trust — STR-2 — PD-C
LOCATION: 7324 W. Markham Street
APPLICANT/OWNER:
Becca Swarna (agent)
13907 Hinson Road
Little Rock, AR 72212
Tara Helgestad (owner)
FILE NO.: Z-10244
AREA:.42 acre NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
wwo
CURRENT ZONING: R-2
VARIANCEM/AIVERS:
None Requested.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant is requesting to rezone a 0.42-acre property located at 7324 W.
Markham Street from R-2 to PD-C to allow the property to operate 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 residence is currently not being used as a short-term
rental. The home will be rented out as one unit.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property is occupied by a 1,380 square foot, one-story, single-family residence.
The home sits back off of Markham Street. A multiple car driveway leads to a parking
pad in the rear of the home. This area of Markham Street comprises predominantly
single-family residences, with the exception of a church west of the property. The
Future Land Use Plan is Residential Low Density "RL". The current zoning is R-2.
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.
January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 17 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-10244
D. ENGINEERING COMMENTS (PLANNING): No comments_
ENGINEERING COMMENTS PUBLIC WORKS): No comments.
E. Utilities/Fire Department/Parks/CountyPlanning:
Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority: No comments.
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water: NO OBJECTIONS; All Central Arkansas Water requirements
in effect at the time of request for water service must be met
Fire 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 3, the West Little Rock Planning District. The
development principles of the district include street infrastructure improvements,
sidewalk connectivity, preservation and maintenance of greenway and open space,
and the protection of existing residential areas from commercial encroachment. The
Land Use Plan shows Residential Low Density (RL) use for the application 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 Land Use Plan shows for the application area. The application is for an
STR-2.
Surrounding the application area are areas designated Residential Low Density (RL)
uses and are characterized by single-family homes.
This site is not located in an Overlay District.
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ITEM NO.: 17 (CONT.)FILE NO.: Z-10244
Master Street Plan:
W. Markham Street is a Minor Arterial on the Master Street Plan. Minor Arterials are
high volume roads designed to provide connections to and through an urban area.
Curb cuts should be minimized to allow for continuous traffic flow while still allowing
some access to adjoining property. Deceleration Lanes are required. Standard Right-
of-way (ROW) is 90 feet. Sidewalks are required on both sides. This street may require
dedication of right-of-way and may require street improvements.
Bicycle Plan:
This segment of W. Markham Street is not shown on the Master Bike Plan with existing
or proposed facilities in this area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified historic resources.
G. ANALYSIS:
The applicant is requesting to rezone a 0.42-acre property located at 7324 W.
Markham Street from R-2 to PD-C to allow the property to operate 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 residence is currently not being used as a short-term
rental. The home will be rented out as one unit.
The property is occupied by a 1,380 square foot, one-story, single-family residence.
The home sits back off of Markham Street. A multiple car driveway leads to a parking
pad in the rear of the home. This area of Markham S3;eet comprises predominantly
single-family residences, with the exception of a church west of the property. The
Future Land Use Plan is Residential Low Density "RL". The current zoning is R-2.
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.
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ITEM NO.: 17 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-10244
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 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.
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ITEM NO.: 17 (CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-10244
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 is existing off-street parking for at least four (4) vehicles.
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 thirty-two (132) 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 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.
I. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the PD-C, subject to compliance with the comments
and conditions outlined in paragraph E, and the staff analysis of the agenda staff
report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 8, 2026)
The applicant was present. There was one (1) person registered in opposition. The
item was taken off the Consent Agenda and opened up for discussion. Lesa Thomas
expressed concerns of not knowing who would maintain the property, if there were
any other uses the house would be used for, and unsure of what a short-term rental
entails. After some discussion, there was a motion to approve the application. There
was a second. The vote was ten (10) ayes, zero (0) nays, and one (1) open position.
The motion passed. The application was approved.
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ITEM NO.: 18
NAME: Gray STRs-2 (2) — STR-2 — PD-C
LOCATION: 1421 Cumberland Street
AGENT/OWNER:
Joyce Gray (agent)
1421 Cumberland St., Unit A
Little Rock, AR 72202
J&J Gray Company (owner)
SURVEYOR/ENG[NEER:
Brooks Surveying, Inc.
20820 Arch Street Pike
Hensley, AR 72065
FILE NO.: Z-9076-A
AREA:.16 acre NUMBER OF LOTS: 2 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
WARD: 1
CURRENT ZONING: PD-R
VARIANCE/WAIVERS:
None Requested.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant is requesting to rezone a 0.16-acre property located at 1421
Cumberland Street from PD-R to PD-C to allow the property to operate as a short-
term rental 2 (STR-2) with a maximum stay of twenty-nine (29) days. The home is a
townhouse consisting of two units, A and B. Each unit will be rented out separately
and as a whole unit. The owner will not reside in unit B, but will live part of the year in
unit A. Unit A has never been used as a short-term rental, however unit B has been in
operation since 2022.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property is occupied by a 3,788 square foot, two-story townhouse; each unit is
1,894 square feet. The townhouse is on the corner of E 15th Street and Cumberland
January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 18 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-9076-A
Street. Each unit has a two -car garage an
C. NEIGHBORHOOD COMMENTS:
d
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 Authority: No comments.
Entergy: No comments received.
Summit Utilities: No comments.
AT & T: No comments received.
Central Arkansas Water: NO OBJECTIONS; All Central Arkansas Water requirements
in effect at the time of request for water service must be met
Fire Department: Full life Safety Inspection
Landscape: No comments.
F. Transportation/Planning:
Rock Region Metro:
Planning Division:
Land Use Plan:
No comments received.
The request is in Planning District 8, the Central City Planning District. The
development principles of the district include strengthening existing development,
increasing residential infill, improving street design and pedestrian connectivity,
historic preservation, and increasing neighborhood serving commercial uses. The
Land Use Plan shows Residential Medium Density (RM) for the application area. The
Residential Medium Density category provides for a broad range of housing types
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ITEM NO.: 18 CONT. FILE NO.: Z-9076-A
including single family attached, single family detached, duplex, town homes, multi-
family and patio or garden homes. Any combination of these and possibly other
housing types may fall in this category provided that the density is between six (6) and
twelve (12) dwelling units per acre. The application is for an STR-2.
To the north and east of the application area are areas designated for Residential
Medium Density (RM) uses and are characterized by diverse residential densities from
single-family to 20+ unit apartment complexes. To the west is an area regulated by
the Capitol Zoning District Commission and is characterized by diverse residential and
neighborhood commercial uses. To the south are Residential Low Density (RL) uses
characterized by single-family homes, duplexes, medium density apartments,
educational facilities, and religious institutions.
This site is not located in an Overlay District. The site is located in a Local Ordinance
Historic District.
Master Street Plan:
Cumberland Street and E. 15th Street 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:
These segments of Cumberland Street and E. 15th Street are not shown on the Master
Bike Plan with existing or proposed facilities in this area.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The property is the site of new residential construction b. 2007 located with the
MacArthur Park Local Ordinance Historic District. Any alterations to the exterior of the
structure and site require review and approval through the Certificate of
Appropriateness process for consistency with the MacArthur Park Historic District
Design Guidelines. The application, as shown, should have no effect on identified
historic resources.
G. ANALYSIS:
The applicant is requesting to rezone a 0.16-acre property located at 1421
Cumberland Street from PD-R to PD-C to allow the property to operate as a short-
term rental 2 (STR-2) with a maximum stay of twenty-nine (29) days. The home is a
townhouse consisting of two units, A and B. Each unit will be rented out separately
and as a whole unit. The owner will not reside in unit B but will live part of the year in
unit A. Unit A has never been used as a short-term rental, however unit B has been in
operation since 2022.
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ITEM NO.: 1$(CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-9076-A
The property is occupied by a 3,788 square foot, two-story townhouse; each unit is
1,894 square feet. The townhouse is on the corner of E 15th Street and Cumberland
Street. Each unit has a two -car garage and a two -car driveway accessible from the
alley off of E 15th Street. The Future Land Use Plan is Residential Medium Density
"RM". The current zoning is PD-R.
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.
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
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ITEM NO.: 18 (CONT.
FILE NO.: Z-9076-A
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 ll. 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 is existing off-street parking for at least four (4) vehicles.
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 thirty-two (132) 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.
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ITEM NO.: 18 (CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-9076-A
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 PD-C, subject to compliance with the comments
and conditions outlined in paragraph E, and the staff analysis of the agenda staff
report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: (JANUARY 8, 2026)
The applicant was present. There was one (1) person registered in opposition. The
item was taken off the Consent Agenda and opened up for discussion. Jon Norcross
expressed concerns of wondering how many short-term rentals in one area is enough
and wanted the application to be put on hold until a study could be conducted for short-
term rentals in his neighborhood. After some discussion, there was a motion to
approve the application. There was a second. The vote was ten (10) ayes, zero (0)
nays, and one (1) open position. The motion passed. The application was approved.
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ITEM NO.: 19
NAME: LLTM, LLC — STR-2 — PD-C
LOCATION: 220 N. Monroe Street
APPLICANT/OWNER:
Beata Rhoades
2222 Monte Vista Dr.
Vista, CA 92084
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER:
Brooks Surveying, Inc.
20820 Arch Street Pike
Hensley, AR 72065
FILE NO.: Z-10221
AREA:.18 acre NUMBER OF LOTS: 1 FT. NEW STREET: 0 LF
WARD: 3
CURRENT ZONING: R-3
VARIANCENVAIVERS:
None Requested.
A. PROPOSAL/REQUEST/APPLICANT'S STATEMENT:
The applicant is requesting to rezone a 0.18-acre property located at 220 N Monroe
Street from R-3 to PD-C to allow the property to operate 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 residence is currently vacant and is not being used as a short-term
rental. The home will be rented out as a whole unit.
B. EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The property is occupied by a 1,120 square foot, one-story, single-family residence.
The home resides in a single-family residential neighborhood. There is an attached
single -car garage with a multiple -car driveway. The Future Land Use Plan is
Residential Low Density "RL". The current zoning is R-3.
January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.: 19 (CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-10221
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 Author: 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 4, the Heights Hillcrest Planning District. The
development principles of this district advocate preservation and enhancement of the
unique and positive features of this section of the city. The Land Use Plan shows
Residential Low Density (RL) use for the application 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 Land
Use Plan shows for the application area. The application is for an STR-2.
Surrounding the application area is Residential Low Density (RL) uses characterized
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ITEM NO.: 19 CONT.) FILE NO.: Z-10221
by single-family homes and duplexes. To the south towards the W. Markham corridor
is Office (0) uses characterized by drive-thru restaurants and space office buildings.
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 furnishings are required such that the
friendly, pedestrian -oriented, "small-town" nature of the neighborhood is continued.
Master Street Plan:
N. Monroe 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:
This segment of N. Monroe Street is on the Master Bike Plan as a Proposed Class III
Bike Route. Class III Bike Routes require no additional right-of-way, but either a sign
or pavement marking are required to identify and direct the route.
Historic Preservation Plan:
The property is the site of an unsurveyed residence in the Hillcrest National Register
Historic District. The structure was built c. 1958 and would likely be considered
Ineligble following surveying due to its construction date being outside the district's
period of significance (1890-1940).
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 surrounding district and adjacent historic sites. Staff finds the proposed
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 beyond
the alterations already performed.
G. ANALYSIS:
The applicant is requesting to rezone a 0.18-acre property located at 220 N Monroe
Street from R-3 to PD-C to allow the property to operate 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 residence is currently vacant and is not being used as a short-term
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rental.
FILE NO.: Z-10221
The property is occupied by a 1,120 square foot, one-story, single-family residence.
The home resides in a single-family residential neighborhood. There is an attached
single -car garage with a multiple -car driveway. The Future Land Use Plan is
Residential Low Density "RL". The current zoning is R-3.
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.
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.
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ITEM NO.: 19 CONT. FILE NO.. Z-10221
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 is existing off-street parking for at least (3) vehicles.
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 thirty-two (132) 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.
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January 8, 2026
ITEM NO.-- 19 COAT. FILE NO.: Z-10221
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 PD-C, subject to compliance with the comments
and conditions outlined in paragraph E, and the staff analysis of the agenda staff
report.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION- (JANUARY 8, 2026)
The applicant was present. There were three (3) persons registered in opposition and
one (1) person in support, Cheyenne Smock. The item was taken off the Consent
Agenda and opened up for discussion. Erin Brun expressed concerns of safety with
the rotation of renters, parking issues, and that the owner lives out of state. Megan
Paletskih and Kevin Paletskih expressed concerns of public safety of the road being
narrow and the concentration of short-term rentals in the area. Megan Paletskih also
was concerned of the unsheltered population inhabiting the home and is concerned
that the short-term rental is vacant half of the time. Kevin Paletskih was concerned
that the short-term rental isn't helping the residential character of the neighborhood
and what the impact will be. After some discussion, there was a motion to approve the
application. There was a second. The vote was eight (8) ayes, two (2) nays, and one
(1) open position. The motion passed. The application was approved.
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