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Christopher and Jessica Elmore
3184 N Old Wire Road
Fayetteville, AR 72703
jessicaelmoredesign@gmail.com
405.628.9464
June 17, 2024
City of Fayetteville Planning Division
113 West Mountain Street
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Dear Fayetteville City Council/Planning Division Members,
I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed residential rezoning
of the property located at 3179 N Old Wire Road Fayetteville, AR 72703. As a
concerned resident living directly across the street from this property, I believe that
this rezoning initiative (from R-A to RSF-8) would have significant negative
impacts on our community.
The proposed rezoning from R-A (Residential Agricultural) to RSF-8 (Residential
allowing for 8 homes per acre) raises several concerns that I would like to
highlight:
1. Impact on Traffic and Safety: Increasing the residential density in this area
will undoubtedly lead to higher traffic volumes on our already congested
streets. Old Wire Road is already a dangerous street, with zero room for
error around several twists, turns and blind corners. Adding an additional 48
homes with approximately 2 cars per home would increase the traffic
dramatically, posing a heightened risk to the safety of pedestrians, cyclists,
and drivers. We have a son that is nearing driving years and this is of utmost
concern for us!!!
2. Strain on Infrastructure: Our community's infrastructure, including roads,
sewage systems, and public services, is not equipped to handle the increased
demand that will come with higher population density. This could lead to
degradation in the quality of essential services.
3. Environmental Concerns: Rezoning for higher density residential use often
leads to greater environmental degradation, including loss of green space,
increased pollution, and strain on local water resources. Preserving our
environment is crucial for maintaining the quality of life in our community.
4. Community Character: The proposed rezoning threatens to alter the
character and cohesion of our sweet neighborhood. We purchased our home
4 years ago this month – and we chose this home given the character of the
areas around us. East Fayetteville is known for its sprawling yards, country
roads, larger lots and the valuation of the properties. It is a sought after area,
and adding in a single street neighborhood with 48 homes on ZERO lot lines
will certainly undermine these qualities and negatively impact the residents
who cherish them.
5. Property Values: The introduction of high-density housing can adversely
affect property values in the surrounding area. Many residents, including
myself, have invested in this community with the expectation of stability and
gradual, thoughtful development. We have recently invested a significant
amount of money to put in a pool and pool house on our property, and we
are wildly concerned that this proposed neighborhood will devalue our
property and therefore not hold for the money we’ve invested.
I urge you to consider these points and the long-term implications of rezoning this
area. Maintaining the current zoning designation is essential to preserving the
safety, integrity, and quality of life that our community currently enjoys.
Thank you for considering my concerns. I am hopeful that the City
Council/Planning Department will prioritize the well-being of its residents and
reject the proposed rezoning of 3179 N Old Wire Road Fayetteville, AR 72703. I
am open to discussing this matter further and would appreciate any updates on the
status of this proposal.
Sincerely,
Chris and Jessica Elmore, along with our children (Maddox, 14; Grady, 10 and
Murray 6)