HomeMy WebLinkAboutResponse to Comments 102225City of Little Rock Planning and Development
Planning Commission Hearing/November 13, 2025
Applicant Comments for Proposed Development
Applicant Responses are due no later than Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Please
submit revised site plans, if applicable, along with any written responses. All
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RE: Z-9856-A
Celebrate! Maya Project – PD-O
1722 Wolfe Street
Development Staff Comments:
1. Provide parking plan for events.
2. Will the facility utilize the parking lot owned by Arkansas Baptist College (ABC) to
the east as shown on overall plan (sheet 01)? If so, provide notarized parking
agreement from ABC.
3. Provide operating days and hours for the various proposed uses listed below:
a. Maya Angelou historical museum.
b. Education and community complex.
c. Administrative office space.
d. Summer camps.
e. After-school tutoring & mentoring.
4. Provide maximum number of employees, volunteers, etc., which will report to the
site at any given time.
5. Will there be ticketed events? If so, please describe.
6. Will live music or bands play and/or perform at the site? If so, sound mitigation must
be considered.
7. Will food be served or catered for any proposed uses?
8. Will alcoholic beverages be served or sold at the site?
9. All signs must comply with Section 36-553 (signs permitted in institutional and office
zones).
10. How will trash be collected? Any dumpster placed on the site must be screened and
comply with Section 36-523 of the City’s Zoning Ordinance.
11. Any fence or wall erected must comply with Section 36-516 of the City’s Zoning
Ordinance.
12. All site lighting must be low-level and directed away from adjacent properties.
13. Prior to building permit, obtain franchise permit for all improvements in the right-of-
way (ROW).
Civil Engineering Review Comments ☐ Board of Adjustment ☒Planning Commission
Agenda Date: 11/13/2025
G-23-497
East 26th Street – ROW Abandonment Portion E. 26th Street Immediately East of McAlmont
1. Provide documentation of 26th street ROW.
2. A Special Flood Hazard Development Permit is required to be obtained prior to
beginning construction. The Special Flood Hazard Development Permit application
can be found at https://www.littlerock.gov/city-administration/city-
departments/public-works/
Special Flood Hazard Development Permits are issued by the Public Works
Department at 701 West Markham Street and no fee collected for issuance. Contact
Planning and Development Dept. Civil Engineering Private Development at 501-371-
4817 or 501-918-5348 or CEPermits@littlerock.gov to schedule an appointment for
issuance or to answer any questions.
3. 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 ½ acre, $200.00 for ½ to 1 acre, and $200.00
for the first acre and $100.00 for each additional acre for project greater than 1 acre.
4. All comments for Accessibility, Parking and Drainage will be made at the time of the
Grading Permit when plans are provided.
5. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-4817 or at
501-918-5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way prior to placement
of concrete or asphalt or for on-site clarification of requirements prior to commencing
work. Failure to do so can result in removal of any improperly placed concrete or
asphalt at the expense of the owner or contractor.
6. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets require
approval prior to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works Traffic
Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-379-1800 with any questions or for more
information.
7. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations of
construction related equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by the party
responsible prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
S-2006
Eagle Place – Preliminary Plat 13700 Alexander Rd.
1. Your 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.
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 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 ½ acre, $200.00 for ½ 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 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-I-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.
S-2007
Castle Valley Ph. 2 - Preliminary Plat North Side of Castle Valley Road at Coulter Lake Road
1. Your 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. There is a ditch and a couple “ponds” on the east side of this project, how will those be
handled and how will the current stream be redirected?
3. Road section does not match the accepted cross section please revise.
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. 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.
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.
9. 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 ½ acre, $200.00 for ½ to 1 acre, and $200.00
for the first acre and $100.00 for each additional acre for project greater than 1 acre.
10. 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.
11. 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.
12. Provide ADA accessible route from the public right of way to the proposed
development and internally for pedestrian travel. Show sidewalk.
13. 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.
14. The Department requires three (3) phase sediment and erosion control (SEC) plans to
be submitted for all construction projects showing best management practices (BMPs)
for mitigating sediment runoff and erosion along with vegetation specifications for
temporary and permanent soil stabilization. Phase 1 SEC plans shall show SEC BMPs
during the stripping, clearing, grubbing, and rough grading of the site. Phase 2 SEC
plans shall show SEC BMPs during construction of utilities, buildings, roadway
infrastructure and drainage infrastructure. Phase 3 SEC Plans shall show SEC BMPs
for final grading, seeding, and landscaping of the site.
15. 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-I-2 (A-B).
16. 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.”
17. 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.
Z – 10218
Rezoning from R-2 to O-2 1620 Perry St.
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. May be subject to building permit for further review.
5. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-4817 or at 501-918-5348
for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way prior to placement of concrete or asphalt or for
on-site clarification of requirements prior to commencing work. Failure to do so can result in removal
of any improperly placed concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or contractor.
6. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets require approval prior
to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-
379-1800 with any questions or for more information.
7. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations of construction related
equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by the responsible party prior to the issuance of a
certificate of occupancy.
Z – 10212
Matthews Family Care Facility -SUP 1 Carlton Dr.
1. Provide a site plan
2. ADA Access shall be shown to the Right-of-Way.
3. Change of use will require Accessible Parking to meet all current adopted codes.
4. Handicap Parking shall include one van stall 11ft wide with a 5ft minimum aisle.
Z – 10219
Dean Educational Resources Center - CUP 1860 S. Park St.
1. Provide a site plan.
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.
Z – 4524-I
Camp Barkansas – PD-C 13004 Cantrell Rd.
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. 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.
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 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 ½ acre, $200.00 for ½ 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 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
Z – 7154-A
ACTS Senior Village – PCD SEC of John Barrow RD., & W. 40th St.
1. Any new development shall be permitted and receive all reviews to ensure all codes, specifications,
and ordinances are met.
2. All streets, sidewalks and drainage shall comply with City of Little Rock Standards and
Specifications.
3. Sidewalk shall remain continuously connected along John Barrow Rd.
4. Handicap Parking shall include one van stall 11ft wide with a 5ft minimum aisle.
5. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-4817 or at 501-918-
5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way prior to placement of concrete or asphalt
or for on-site clarification of requirements prior to commencing work. Failure to do so can result in
removal of any improperly placed concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or contractor.
6. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets require approval prior
to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-
379-1800 with any questions or for more information.
7. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations of construction related
equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by the responsible party prior to the issuance of
a certificate of occupancy.
8. A drainage study showing all hydrologic calculations for the site and all hydraulic calculations
for the proposed storm sewer pipe system, swales and ditches, culverts, detention ponds, outlet
structures, and inlets is required per City’s stormwater management and drainage manual. For
final drainage report, sign, date, and seal the report per AR State Board of Professional
Engineers and Professional Surveyors rules Article 12, Section B (1) (a). Provide engineer's
certification statement saying this drainage report was conducted by yourself or directly under
your supervision and attesting to the accuracy of the information within this report.
9. For final drainage report, sign, date, and seal the report per AR State Board of Professional Engineers
and Professional Surveyors rules Article 12, Section B (1) (a).
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. 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.”
11. 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 ½ acre, $200.00 for ½ to 1 acre, and $200.00 for the first acre and $100.00
for each additional acre for project greater than 1 acre.
12. Any work involving one (1) or more acres of disturbed area require a State of Arkansas
NPDES permit. Contact the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality, NPDES branch at 501-
682-0744 for applications and information about General Stormwater Discharge Construction Permit
#ARR150000
Z – 7880-B
Maywood Village – PCD 18511 Cantrell Rd.,
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.
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. 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.
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 the
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 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 ½ acre, $200.00 for ½ 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
Z – 9856 - A
Celebrate! Maya Project – Revised PD-O 1722 Wolfe St.,
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.
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 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 ½ acre, $200.00 for ½ to 1 acre, and $200.00 for the first acre and $100.00
for each additional acre for project greater than 1 acre.
Z – 10211
GT Auto Sales – PD-C 10401 Helm Dr.,
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. Per Sec. 36-508. - Pavement requirements every parcel of land which after the effective date of this
chapter is changed to a parking area, automobile, other vehicle or trailer sales or storage area or
automobile or motor vehicle service station, garage or other vehicle use area shall be paved where
subject to wheeled traffic. The minimum pavement requirement shall be one and one-half (1½)
inches asphaltic concrete hot mix with a five-inch compacted base or a double surface treatment with
a five-inch compacted base or a four-inch concrete slab and shall have appropriate bumper guards
where needed. Asphalt roofing and by-products of its manufacture are expressly prohibited as a base
course or as surfacing material on parking lots and/or drives.
Low impact development (LID) facilities and techniques are allowed to be used for parking lot design
and construction, unless conditions make LID infeasible as determined by the director of public
works or his/her designee. LID techniques for parking lot design include, but are not limited to,
pervious surfacing and bioretention swales. Pervious surfacing may be an option for all or a portion
of the vehicular use area depending on the use, soil conditions and associated vehicular traffic.
Pervious surfacing includes, but is not limited to, paving blocks, pervious concrete and porous
asphalt. The surface of the vehicular use area shall be maintained to comply with the approved plan.
(Code 1961, Ch. 43, § 8-101(i); Ord. No. 21,079, § 1, 8-4-15)
5. Contact Planning and Development Dept., Engineering Division at 501-371-4817 or at 501-918-
5348 for inspections of any work in the public right-of-way prior to placement of concrete or asphalt
or for on-site clarification of requirements prior to commencing work. Failure to do so can result in
removal of any improperly placed concrete or asphalt at the expense of the owner or contractor.
6. Hauling of cut and/or fill material on or off project sites over municipal streets require approval prior
to a grading permit being issued. Contact Public Works Traffic Engineering at 621 S. Broadway 501-
379-1800 with any questions or for more information.
7. Damage to public and private property due to hauling operations or operations of construction related
equipment from a construction site shall be repaired by the responsible party prior to the issuance of
a certificate of occupancy.
8. A drainage study showing all hydrologic calculations for the site and all hydraulic calculations
for the proposed storm sewer pipe system, swales and ditches, culverts, detention ponds, outlet
structures, and inlets is required per City’s stormwater management and drainage manual. For
final drainage report, sign, date, and seal the report per AR State Board of Professional
Engineers and Professional Surveyors rules Article 12, Section B (1) (a). Provide engineer's
certification statement saying this drainage report was conducted by yourself or directly under
your supervision and attesting to the accuracy of the information within this report.
9. For final drainage report, sign, date, and seal the report per AR State Board of Professional Engineers
and Professional Surveyors rules Article 12, Section B (1) (a).
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. 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.”
11. 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 ½ acre, $200.00 for ½ to 1 acre, and $200.00 for the first acre and $100.00
for each additional acre for project greater than 1 acre.
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LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
11/13/2025
PW ENGINEERING COMMENTS
G-23-49 26th St. Abandonment
1. No comments
S-2006 Eagle Place Subdivision Preliminary Plat, Alexander Rd N of Natchez Lane
1. 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.
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.
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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 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.
S-2007 Castle Valley Subdivision, Ph 2, Castle Valley Road @ Coulter Lake Road
1. 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.
2. City streets should be constructed with a 2% cross slope per Detail PW-22;
3. City streets should be constructed with a 7 inch base course compacted with a 100% modified
proctor per Detail PW-22;
4. With site development, provide design of Castle Valley Rd conforming to the Master Street Plan.
Construct one-half street improvement to Castle Valley Rd including 5-foot sidewalks with
planned development;
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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. 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.
9. Street Improvement plans shall include signage and striping. Public Works must approve
completed plans prior to construction.
10. 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.
11. Street names and street naming conventions must be approved by Public Works. Contact Tom
Hopkins at (501) 371-4537. Jacob Lane is approved.
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12. 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.
13. All public drainage easements must contain drainage infrastructure approved by the City of Little
Rock Public Works Department.
14. 100 year overflow swales must be constructed and placed within public drainage easements.
15. Show proposed location(s) of USPS cluster box units in conformance with USPS and City of
Little Rock policy design standards.
16. 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.
Z-4524-I Camp Barkansas,
1. Sidewalks with appropriate handicap ramps are required in accordance with Sec. 31-175 of the
Little Rock Code and the Master Street Plan to be constructed adjacent to Cantrell Road and
accessing the subject property and proposed building. The sidewalk on Cantrell Road maybe
constructed in the future by ARDOT with the Cantrell Road (Hwy 10) widening project. The
Cantrell Road (Hwy 10) Widening Project plans should be reviewed for confirmation.
Z-7154-A ACTS Development Project, NEC John Barrow Rd & W 42nd St.
2. Due to the proposed use of the property, the Master Street Plan specifies that 41st St. and 42nd
Street for the frontage of this property shall meet commercial street standards. Dedicate right-of-
way to 30 feet from centerline.
3. Due to the proposed use of the property, the Master Street Plan specifies that 40th Street for the
frontage of this property must meet commercial street standards. Dedicate right-of-way to 30 feet
from centerline.
4. A 20 feet radial dedication of right-of-way is required at all adjacent intersections.
5. With site development, provide design of 40th St. conforming to the Master Street Plan.
Construct one-half street improvement to 40th St. including 5-foot sidewalks with planned
development;
6. Sidewalks with appropriate handicap ramps are required in accordance with Sec. 31-175 of the
Little Rock Code and the Master Street Plan for 42nd St. and Tatum St.
7. Portions of W. 41st St. and Longcoy St. right-of-ways are proposed to be abandoned with the
proposed project. Right-of-way abandonment is reviewed by the LR Board of Directors as a
separate item.
8. The John Barrow Rd sidewalk should be extended thru the bus stop.
9. Bus stop locations are required to be approved by Rock Region Metro.
10. 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.
11. 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.
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. 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;
14. Provide a Sketch Grading and Drainage Plan per Sec. 29-186 (e).
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15. 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.
16. The width of driveway must not exceed 40 feet.
17. Contact the USPS for mail delivery requirements. If USPS cluster boxes are required, show the
proposed location(s) of USPS cluster box units in conformance with USPS and City of Little
Rock policy design standards.
Z-7880-B Maywood Village, SWC Hwy 10 and Norton Road
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.
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. 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. 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
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40 feet.
Z-9856-A Dr. Maya Angelou Yth Edu Center, 1722 S Wolfe St.
1. Due to the proposed use of the property, the Master Street Plan specifies that 18th St. for the
frontage of this property must meet commercial street standards. Dedicate right-of-way to 30 feet
from centerline.
2. Due to the proposed use of the property, the Master Street Plan specifies that Wolfe St. for the
frontage of this property must meet commercial street standards. Dedicate right-of-way to 30 feet
from centerline.
3. A 20 feet radial dedication of right-of-way is required at the intersection of 18th St. and Wolfe St.
4. 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.
5. Sidewalks with appropriate handicap ramps are required to be constructed adjacent to 18th St. in
accordance with Sec. 31-175 of the Little Rock Code and the Master Street Plan.
6. ADA access ramps should be installed at the intersection of 18th St. and Wolfe St..
7. Striping and signage plans which conform with AASHTO and MUTCD standards should be
forwarded to Public Works, Traffic Engineering for approval with the site development package.
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.
9. A franchise permit is required to be obtained for all private improvements within the public right-
of-way such as LED bollards, stone bollards, stained concrete, sculpture, etc…
10. In accordance with Section 32-8, no obstruction to visibility shall be located within a triangular
area 50' back from the intersecting right-of-way line (or intersecting tangent lines for radial
dedications) at the intersection of 18th St. and Wolfe St.
11. Obtain permits prior to doing any street cuts or curb cuts. Obtain barricade permit prior to doing
any work in the right-of-way. Contact Traffic Engineering at (501) 379-1805 (Travis Herbner) for
more information.
12. Provide a more detailed, dimensioned drawing showing the existing/proposed street curb and
proposed van parking spaces.
Z-10211 GTO Auto Sales PCD, 10401 Helm Drive
1. Mabelvale Pike 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 Helm Dr. for the
frontage of this property must meet commercial street standards. Dedicate right-of-way to 30 feet
from centerline.
3. 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.
4. With site development, provide design of Helm Drive conforming to the Master Street Plan.
Construct one-half street improvement to Helm Drive including 5-foot sidewalks with planned
development to a width of 15.5 ft from center of street to new back of curb.
5. 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.
6. If permitted the south gravel driveway should be constructed with a concrete apron from the edge
of street pavement to the property line.
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7. 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.
8. Obtain permits prior to doing any street cuts or curb cuts. Obtain barricade permit prior to doing
any work in the right-of-way. Contact Traffic Engineering at (501) 379-1805 (Travis Herbner) for
more information.
Z-10218 Rezoning R2 to O2, 1620 Perry St.
1. Due to the proposed use of the property, the Master Street Plan specifies that Perry St. for the
frontage of this property must meet commercial street standards. Dedicate right-of-way to 30 feet
from centerline.
Z-10212 Matthews Family Care Facility SUP, 1 Carlton Drive
1. No comments
Z-10219 Dean Educational Resource Center CUP, 1860 S Park St.
1. No comments
SUBJECT: Z-10218 – 1620 PERRY STREET
REZONING FROM R-2 TO O-2
ACTION: LANDSCAPE REVIEW COMMENTS
DATE: NOVEMBER 13, 2025
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.
SUBJECT: Z-4524-I – 12904 CANTRELL ROAD - PD-C
ACTION: LANDSCAPE REVIEW COMMENTS
DATE: NOVEMBER 13, 2025
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.
3. The property must comply with the requirements of the Highway 10 Overlay
District.
SUBJECT: Z-7880 – 18511 CANTRELL ROAD - PCD
ACTION: LANDSCAPE REVIEW COMMENTS
DATE: NOVEMBER 13, 2025
1. Any new site development must comply with Chapter 36, Article IX – Buffers and
Screening.
2. Site development plans must be submitted for review, and approval, prior to site
clearing and tree removal.
3. The property must comply with the requirements of the Highway 10 Overlay
District.
SUBJECT: Z-9856-A – 1722 WOLFE STREET– REVISED PD-O
ACTION: LANDSCAPE REVIEW COMMENTS
DATE: NOVEMBER 13, 2025
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.
SUBJECT: Z-10211 – 10401 HELM DRIVE – PD-C
ACTION: LANDSCAPE REVIEW COMMENTS
DATE: NOVEMBER 13, 2025
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.
3.
To: Amelia F. Goldman Date: September 23,2025
From: Fire Marshal Derek Ingram and Captain Tony Rhodes
November 11 ,2025 Planning Commission Agenda Items
Comment for the following Locations:
G-23-497 Survey:
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.
S-2006 Preliminary Plat
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.
Dead Ends.
Maintain fire apparatus access roads at dead end locations as per Appendix D of the 2021 Arkansas
Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.4 Dead Ends. Dead-end fire apparatus access roads in
excess of 150 feet shall be provided with width and turnaround provisions in accordance with Table
D103.4. Requirements for Dead-end fire apparatus access roads.
Gates
Maintain fire apparatus access road gates as per Appendix D of the 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention
Code Vol. 1 Section D103.5 Fire apparatus access road gates. Gates securing the fire apparatus
access roads shall comply with all of the following criteria:
1. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
2. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
3. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by one person.
4. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times and replaces or repaired
when defective.
5. Electric gates shall be equipped with a means of opening the gate by fire department personnel for
emergency access. Emergency opening devices shall be approved by the fire code official.
6. Manual opening gates shall not be locked with a padlock or chain and padlock unless they are
capable of being opened by means of forcible entry tools or when a key box containing the keys to
the lock is installed at the gate location.
7. Locking device specifications shall be submitted for approval by the fire code official
8. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL 325.
9. Gates, intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed and installed to comply with
requirements of ASTM F 2200.
One- or Two-Family Residential Developments.
As per Appendix D, Section D107.1 of the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1, One- or Two-
Family dwelling residential developments. Developments of one- or two-family dwellings where the
number of dwelling units exceeds 30 shall be provided with two separate and approved fire apparatus
access roads, and shall meet the requirements of Section D104.3.
Exceptions:
1. Where there are more than 30 dwelling units on a single public or private fire apparatus
access road and al dwelling units are equipped throughout with an approved automatic
sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, 903.3.1.2 or 903.3.1.3 of the Arkansas
Fire Code, access from two directions shall not be required.
2. The number of dwelling units on a single fire apparatus access road shall not be increased
unless fire apparatus access roads will connect with future development, as determined by the
fire code official.
Contact 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.
S-2007 Preliminary Plat
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.
Dead Ends.
Maintain fire apparatus access roads at dead end locations as per Appendix D of the 2021 Arkansas
Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.4 Dead Ends. Dead-end fire apparatus access roads in
excess of 150 feet shall be provided with width and turnaround provisions in accordance with Table
D103.4. Requirements for Dead-end fire apparatus access roads.
Gates
Maintain fire apparatus access road gates as per Appendix D of the 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention
Code Vol. 1 Section D103.5 Fire apparatus access road gates. Gates securing the fire apparatus
access roads shall comply with all of the following criteria:
1. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
2. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
3. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by one person.
4. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times and replaces or repaired
when defective.
5. Electric gates shall be equipped with a means of opening the gate by fire department personnel for
emergency access. Emergency opening devices shall be approved by the fire code official.
6. Manual opening gates shall not be locked with a padlock or chain and padlock unless they are
capable of being opened by means of forcible entry tools or 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.
Dead Ends.
Maintain fire apparatus access roads at dead end locations as per Appendix D of the 2021 Arkansas
Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.4 Dead Ends. Dead-end fire apparatus access roads in
excess of 150 feet shall be provided with width and turnaround provisions in accordance with Table
D103.4. Requirements for Dead-end fire apparatus access roads.
Gates
Maintain fire apparatus access road gates as per Appendix D of the 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention
Code Vol. 1 Section D103.5 Fire apparatus access road gates. Gates securing the fire apparatus
access roads shall comply with all of the following criteria:
1. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
2. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
3. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by one person.
4. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times and replaces or repaired
when defective.
5. Electric gates shall be equipped with a means of opening the gate by fire department personnel for
emergency access. Emergency opening devices shall be approved by the fire code official.
6. Manual opening gates shall not be locked with a padlock or chain and padlock unless they are
capable of being opened by means of forcible entry tools or 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.
Dead Ends.
Maintain fire apparatus access roads at dead end locations as per Appendix D of the 2021 Arkansas
Fire Prevention Code Vol. 1 Section D103.4 Dead Ends. Dead-end fire apparatus access roads in
excess of 150 feet shall be provided with width and turnaround provisions in accordance with Table
D103.4. Requirements for Dead-end fire apparatus access roads.
Gates
Maintain fire apparatus access road gates as per Appendix D of the 2021 Arkansas Fire Prevention
Code Vol. 1 Section D103.5 Fire apparatus access road gates. Gates securing the fire apparatus
access roads shall comply with all of the following criteria:
1. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
2. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
3. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by one person.
4. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times and replaces or repaired
when defective.
5. Electric gates shall be equipped with a means of opening the gate by fire department personnel for
emergency access. Emergency opening devices shall be approved by the fire code official.
6. Manual opening gates shall not be locked with a padlock or chain and padlock unless they are
capable of being opened by means of forcible entry tools or 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.
Z-10211 Survey
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.
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
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.
Z-10212 S site Map (Blue Border)
No Comment -Re-submit
Z-10217 Floor Plan
No Comment -Re-submit
Z-10217 Survey
No Comment -Re-submit
Z-10218 Survey
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.
Z-10219 Survey
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.
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
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:
10. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
11. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
12. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by one person.
13. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times and replaces or repaired
when defective.
14. 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.
15. 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.
16. Locking device specifications shall be submitted for approval by the fire code official
17. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL 325.
18. 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 building, 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
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:
3. 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.
4. 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.
Z-10220 Site Map (Blue Border)
No Comment -Re-submit
Z-4524-I Site Plan
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.
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
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.
Z-7154-A Site Plan
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.
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
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:
10. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
11. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
12. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by one person.
13. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times and replaces or repaired
when defective.
14. 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.
15. 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.
16. Locking device specifications shall be submitted for approval by the fire code official
17. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL 325.
18. Gates, intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed and installed to comply with
requirements of ASTM F 2200.
Z-7880-B Site Plan
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.
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
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:
19. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
20. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
21. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by one person.
22. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times and replaces or repaired
when defective.
23. 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.
24. 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.
25. Locking device specifications shall be submitted for approval by the fire code official
26. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL 325.
27. Gates, intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed and installed to comply with
requirements of ASTM F 2200.
Z-9856-A Elevations
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.
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
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:
28. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
29. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
30. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by one person.
31. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times and replaces or repaired
when defective.
32. 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.
33. 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.
34. Locking device specifications shall be submitted for approval by the fire code official
35. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL 325.
36. Gates, intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed and installed to comply with
requirements of ASTM F 2200.
Z-9856-A Floor Plan
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.
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
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:
37. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
38. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
39. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by one person.
40. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times and replaces or repaired
when defective.
41. 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.
42. 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.
43. Locking device specifications shall be submitted for approval by the fire code official
44. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL 325.
45. Gates, intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed and installed to comply with
requirements of ASTM F 2200.
Z-9856-A Site Plan
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.
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
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:
46. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
47. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
48. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by one person.
49. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times and replaces or repaired
when defective.
50. 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.
51. 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.
52. Locking device specifications shall be submitted for approval by the fire code official
53. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL 325.
54. Gates, intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed and installed to comply with
requirements of ASTM F 2200.
Z-9856-A Site Rendering
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.
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
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:
55. Minimum gate width shall be 20 feet.
56. Gates shall be of swinging or sliding type.
57. Construction of gates shall be of material that allow manual operation by one person.
58. Gate components shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times and replaces or repaired
when defective.
59. 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.
60. 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.
61. Locking device specifications shall be submitted for approval by the fire code official
62. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL 325.
63. Gates, intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed and installed to comply with
requirements of ASTM F 2200.
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LR City Comments 11/13/25
G-23-497 – E 26th St – Right of Way Abandonment a Portion of E 26th St, Immediately East of
McAlmont St – NO OBJECTIONS; All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of
request for water service must be met
S-2006 – Eagle Place – Preliminary Plat, 13700 Alexander Rd. - 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.
S-2007 – Castle Valley – Phase 2 – Preliminary Plat, North Side of Castle Valley Rd. at Coulter Lake
Rd. - Preliminary Plat, 13700 Alexander Rd. - 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.
Proposed water facilities will be sized to provide adequate pressure and flre protection.
Z-10218 – Rezoning from R-2 to O-2, 1620 Perry St - NO OBJECTIONS; All Central Arkansas Water
requirements in effect at the time of request for water service must be met
Z-10212 – Matthews Family Care Facility – Special Use Permit, 1 Carlton Dr. - All Central Arkansas
Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water service must be met.
A Capital Investment Charge based on the size of meter connection(s) will apply to this project in
addition to normal charges.
Z-10219 – Dean Educational Resource Center – Conditional Use Permit, 1860 S. Park St. - NO
OBJECTIONS; All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water
service must be met
Z-4524-I – Camp Barkansas – PD-C, 12904 Cantrell Rd. - 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 flre hydrant(s) will be required. If additional flre hydrant(s) are required, they will be
installed at the Developer's expense.
Please submit plans for water facilities and/or flre 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 flre service. Approval of plans by the
Arkansas Department of Health Engineering Division and Little Rock Fire Department is required.
Due to the nature of this facility, installation of an approved reduced pressure zone backfiow
preventer assembly (RPZ) is required on the domestic water service. This assembly must be
installed prior to the flrst point of use. Central Arkansas Water (CAW) requires that upon installation
of the RPZA, successful tests of the assembly must be completed by a Certifled 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 backfiow prevention requirements for
this project.
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 backfiow
preventer shall be required.
Show and reference existing 16” DI main and easement near the North West parcel corner.
Z-7154-A ACTS Senior Village – PCD, S.E.C. of John Barrow Rd. and W 40th Street - 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 flre hydrant(s) will be required. If additional flre hydrant(s) are required, they will be
installed at the Developer's expense.
Please submit plans for water facilities and/or flre 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 flre service. Approval of plans by the
Arkansas Department of Health Engineering Division and Little Rock Fire Department is required.
Contact Central Arkansas Water regarding the size and location of the water meter.
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 speciflcations and
installation will be inspected by an engineer, licensed to practice in the State of Arkansas.
Execution of Customer Owned Line Agreement is required.
Due to the nature of this facility, installation of an approved reduced pressure zone backfiow
preventer assembly (RPZ) is required on the domestic water service. This assembly must be
installed prior to the flrst point of use. Central Arkansas Water (CAW) requires that upon installation
of the RPZA, successful tests of the assembly must be completed by a Certifled 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 backfiow prevention requirements for
this project.
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 backfiow
preventer shall be required.
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.
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.
Z-7880-B – Maywood Village – PCD, 18511 Cantrell Rd. - 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 flre hydrant(s) will be required. If additional flre hydrant(s) are required, they will be
installed at the Developer's expense.
Please submit plans for water facilities and/or flre 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 flre service. Approval of plans by the
Arkansas Department of Health Engineering Division and Little Rock Fire Department is required.
A Capital Investment Charge based on the size of meter connection(s) will apply to this project in
addition to normal charges. This fee will apply to all connections including metered connections off
the private flre system.
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.
Contact Central Arkansas Water regarding the size and location of the water meter.
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 speciflcations and
installation will be inspected by an engineer, licensed to practice in the State of Arkansas.
Execution of Customer Owned Line Agreement is required.
Due to the nature of this facility, installation of an approved reduced pressure zone backfiow
preventer assembly (RPZ) is required on the domestic water service. This assembly must be
installed prior to the flrst point of use. Central Arkansas Water (CAW) requires that upon installation
of the RPZA, successful tests of the assembly must be completed by a Certifled 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 backfiow prevention requirements for
this project.
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 backfiow
preventer shall be required.
Z-9856-A – Celebrate! Maya Project – Revised PD-O, 1722 Wolfe St. - 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 flre hydrant(s) will be required. If additional flre hydrant(s) are required, they will be
installed at the Developer's expense.
Please submit plans for water facilities and/or flre 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 flre 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 backfiow
preventer assembly (RPZ) is required on the domestic water service. This assembly must be
installed prior to the flrst point of use. Central Arkansas Water (CAW) requires that upon installation
of the RPZA, successful tests of the assembly must be completed by a Certifled 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 backfiow prevention requirements for
this project.
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 backfiow
preventer shall be required.
Sculpture’s/ permanent structures shall not be placed on top of existing watermains, there is
currently a 2” PVC main and 8” DI main on the South and East side of the property respectively,
these mains intersect in roughly the same location as the planned sculpture.
Z-10211 – GT Auto Sales – PD-C, 10401 Helm Dr. – Provide a 15’ utility easement on the West side of
the property for the existing 12” DI main.
All Central Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water service must be
met.
Z-10220 – Sanford – STR-1 – Special Use Permit, 1622 Bragg St. - NO OBJECTIONS; All Central
Arkansas Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water service must be met
Z-10217 – Pierce STR-2 – PD-C, 4909 Kavanaugh Boulevard - NO OBJECTIONS; All Central Arkansas
Water requirements in effect at the time of request for water service must be met