HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance 6899113 West Mountain Street
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479)575-8323
Ordinance: 6899
File Number: 2025-1249
Type: REAL ESTATE
Kind: ORDINANCE
Recorded: 8/11/2025 11:26:43 AM
Fee Amt: $25.00 Page 1 of 3
Washington County, AR
Kyle Sylvester Circuit Clerk
File# 2025-00022186
AN ORDINANCE TO REZONE THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN REZONING PETITION RZN-2025-22
FOR APPROXIMATELY 0.87 ACRES LOCATED AT 2648 NORTH OLD WIRE ROAD IN WARD 3 FROM
RSF-4, RESIDENTIAL SINGLE-FAMILY, FOUR UNITS PER ACRE TO P-1, INSTITUTIONAL
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS:
Section 1: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas hereby changes the zone classification of the
property shown on the map (Exhibit A) and the legal description (Exhibit B) both attached to the Planning
Department's Agenda Memo from RSF-4, Residential Single -Family, Four Units per Acre to P-1, Institutional.
Section 2: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas hereby amends the official zoning map of the
City of Fayetteville to reflect the zoning change provided in Section 1.
PASSED and APPROVED on August 5, 2025
Approved: �/� {�
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Molly Rawn, Mayor
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Kara Paxton, City Clerk Treasurer
This publication was paid for by the City Clerk -Treasurer of the City of Fayetteville,
Arkansas. Amount Paid: $ 86.64
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File Number: 2025-00022186 Page 1 of 3
RZN-2025-0022
Close Up View
2648 N. OLD WIRE RD I EXHIBIT A
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EXHIBIT B
Part of the Northeast quarter of the Southwest quarter (NE/4 SW/4) of Section 36, Township 17 North,
Range 30 West, in the City of Fayetteville, Washington County, Arkansas, said part being previously
described in three separate deeds recorded in Washington County deed book 526, page 444; deed book
526, page 445; and deed book 543, page 176, and said part being more particularly described as follows:
commencing at a set 1/2 inch rebar and plastic cap which lies at the northeasterly comer of the Logue
tract first recorded in deed book 534, Page 37 and which also lies West 330 feet and North 248 feet from
the southeast comer of the said NE/4 SW/4 of Section 36; thence N35"13'03"E 10025 feet to the point of
beginning, a set 1/2inch rebar and plastic cap; thence N59910'35"W 208.28 feet to a point on the east
line of Old Wire Road which lies 0.16' southeasterly from a 1 inch pinch -top pipe; thence along the east
line of Old Wire Road N30°29'02"E 148 23 feet to the southwesterly comer of the Phillips property as
recorded in Washington County document 2012-00026046; thence leaving the east line, along the
southerly line of the said Phillips property, S59"13'04"E 220.56 feet, passing at 0.16 feet a 1 inch pipe, to
a 4 inch diameter concrete -filled fence post at the southeastedy comer of the Phillips tract; thence
S35"13'03"W 148.82 feet to the point of beginning, enclosing 31.798 square feet, or 0.730 acres.
Washington County, AR
I certify this instrument was filed on
8/11/2025 11:26:43 AM
and recorded in REAL ESTATE
File# 2025-00022186
Kvle Svlvester - Circuit Clerk
File Number: 2025-00022186 Page 3 of 3
CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE
ARKANSAS
MEETING OF AUGUST 5, 2025
CITY COUNCIL MEMO
2025-1249
TO: Mayor Rawn and City Council
THRU: Keith Macedo, Chief of Staff
Jonathan Curth, Development Services Director
Jessica Masters, Planning Director
FROM: Wesley Frank, Planner
SUBJECT: RZN-2025-0022: Rezoning (2648 N. OLD WIRE RDJAPPLE SEEDS, 292): Submitted by
APPLE SEEDS INC for property located at 2648 N. OLD WIRE RD in WARD 3. The
property is zoned RSF-4, RESIDENTIAL SINGLE-FAMILY, FOUR UNITS PER ACRE
and contains approximately 0.87 acres. The request is to rezone the property to P-1,
INSTITUTIONAL.
RECOMMENDATION:
City Planning staff and the Planning Commission recommend approval of a request to rezone the subject
property as described and shown in the attached Exhibits 'A' and 'B'.
BACKGROUND:
The subject property is located in northeast Fayetteville, on the east side of North Old Wire Road between
North Old Missouri Road and East Township Street. The property is zoned RSF-4, Residential Single Family,
Four Units Per Acre, and contains approximately 0.87 acres. Though originally developed with a single-family
home that was constructed in 1961, the property is currently the site of Apple Seeds, a public teaching farm,
which leases a portion of the adjacent Gulley Park from the City for its operations. A conditional use permit was
approved for this use in 2015 (CUP 15-5217) which was amended in 2018 and 2019 to expand Apple Seeds'
activities to include greenhouses, office, other accessory structures, and an allowance for tastings, dinners,
and events of varying scales. No overlay districts or other natural features are present on site.
Request: The request is to rezone the subject property from RSF-4, Residential Single Family, Four Units per
Acre, to P-1, Institutional, to allow the current use to continue by -right without the limitations of the conditional
use permit.
Public Comment: Staff have not received any public comment at this time.
Land Use Compatibility: Staff finds that the requested rezoning to P-1 is compatible with surrounding land
uses. Despite allowing different uses than neighboring properties, the site's small size limits expansion and
impact, maintaining harmony with the area. The property has operated as a teaching facility since 2015 without
any indication of negative impact or compatibility issues with the surrounding area, as demonstrated by nearly
ten years without a documented complaint. Rezoning to P-1 acknowledges the compatibility of the existing
cultural and recreational use, allowing Apple Seeds to continue, expand, or rebuild its facility without
anticipated increases in traffic or disruption.
Mailing address:
113 W. Mountain Street www.fayetteville-ar.gov
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Land Use Plan Analysis: Staff finds that a rezoning to P-1 would be consistent with the City's adopted land use
plans. City Plan 2040's Future Land Use Map designates the property as Residential Neighborhood, but it
does abut Gulley Park, which was designated as Civic and Private Open Space. The park and farm are both
designated in the City Plan 2040 as Civic and Private Open Space — which allow public access to outdoor
amenities. This proposed rezoning would help allow a publicly oriented space to continue.
CITY PLAN 2040 INFILL MATRIX: City Plan 2040's Infill Matrix indicates a score of 6 for this site. The
following elements of the matrix contribute to the score:
• Adequate Fire Response (Station 5, 2979 N. Crossover Rd.)
• Near Sewer Main (6-inch main in N. Old Wire Rd.)
• Near Water Main (6-inch main rear of property)
• Near Public School (Butterfield Trail Elementary)
• Near City Park (Gulley Park)
• Near Paved Trail (Niokaska Creek Trail, Gulley Park Trail)
DISCUSSION:
At the July 14, 2025 Planning Commission meeting, a motion to forward with a recommendation of approval
passed with a vote of 7-0-1 (Commissioner Payne was absent for the vote). Commissioner Garlock made the
motion and Commissioner Cabe provided the second. Commissioners did not have any comment on the item.
No members of the public spoke at the meeting.
BUDGET/STAFF IMPACT:
ATTACHMENTS: 3. Staff Review Form, 4. Exhibit A, 5. Exhibit B, 6. Staff Report
Mailing address:
113 W. Mountain Street www.fayetteville-ar.gov
Fayetteville, AR 72701
City of Fayetteville, Arkansas 113 West Mountain Street
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 575-8323
Legislation Text
File #: 2025-1249
AN ORDINANCE TO REZONE THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN REZONING PETITION
RZN-2025-22 FOR APPROXIMATELY 0.87 ACRES LOCATED AT 2648 NORTH OLD WIRE
ROAD IN WARD 3 FROM RSF-4, RESIDENTIAL SINGLE-FAMILY, FOUR UNITS PER
ACRE TO P-1, INSTITUTIONAL
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE,
ARKANSAS:
Section 1: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas hereby changes the zone
classification of the property shown on the map (Exhibit A) and the legal description (Exhibit B) both
attached to the Planning Department's Agenda Memo from RSF-4, Residential Single -Family, Four
Units per Acre to P-1, Institutional.
Section 2: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas hereby amends the official zoning
map of the City of Fayetteville to reflect the zoning change provided in Section 1.
Page 1
Jonathan Curth
Submitted By
City of Fayetteville Staff Review Form
2025-1249
Item ID
8/5/2025
City Council Meeting Date - Agenda Item Only
N/A for Non -Agenda Item
7/18/2025 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW (630)
Submitted Date Division / Department
Action Recommendation:
RZN-2025-0022: Rezoning (2648 N. OLD WIRE RD./APPLE SEEDS, 292): Submitted by APPLE SEEDS INC for property
located at 2648 N. OLD WIRE RD in WARD 3. The property is zoned RSF-4, RESIDENTIAL SINGLE-FAMILY, FOUR
UNITS PER ACRE and contains approximately 0.87 acres. The request is to rezone the property to P-1,
INSTITUTIONAL.
Account Number
Project Number
Budgeted Item? No
Does item have a direct cost? No
Is a Budget Adjustment attached? No
Purchase Order Number:
Change Order Number:
Original Contract Number:
Comments:
Budget Impact:
Fund
Project Title
Total Amended Budget
$ -
Expenses (Actual+Encum)
$ -
Available Budget
Item Cost
$ -
Budget Adjustment
$ -
Remaining Budget
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Previous Ordinance or Resolution #
Approval Date:
_CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE
ARKANSAS
PLANNING COMMISSION MEMO
TO: Fayetteville Planning Commission
THRU: Jessie Masters, Planning Director
FROM: Wesley Frank, Planner
MEETING DATE: July 14, 2025
SUBJECT: RZN-2025-0022: Rezoning (2648 N. OLD WIRE RDJAPPLE SEEDS,
292): Submitted by APPLE SEEDS INC for property located at 2648 N. OLD
WIRE RD. The property is zoned RSF-4, RESIDENTIAL SINGLE-FAMILY,
FOUR UNITS PER ACRE and contains approximately 0.87 acres. The request
is to rezone the property to P-1, INSTITUTIONAL.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends forwarding RZN-2025-0022 to City Council with a recommendation of
approval.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
"1 move to forward RZN-2025-0022 to the City Council with a recommendation of approval."
BACKGROUND:
The subject property is in north Fayetteville approximately 4/10 of a mile north of the intersection
of North Old Wire Road and East Township Street intersection. The property is zoned RSF-4,
Residential Single Family, Four Units Per Acre, and contains approximately 0.87 acres. Though
originally developed with a single-family home that was constructed in 1961, the property is the
site of Apple Seeds, a public teaching farm, which leases a portion of Gulley Park from the City
for its operations. A conditional use permit was approved for this use in 2015 (CUP 5217). No
overlay districts or other natural features are present on site. Surrounding land uses and zoning
are depicted below in Table 1.
Table 1:
Surroundinq Land Uses and Zoning
Direction
Land Use
Zoning
North
Single -Family Residential
RSF-4, Residential Single -Family, 4 Units Per Acre
South
Single -Family Residential
RSF-4, Residential Single -Family, 4 Units Per Acre
East
Public Farm Apple Seeds Farm
RSF-4, Residential Single -Family, 4 Units Per Acre
West
Single -Family Residential
RSF-4, Residential Single -Family, 4 Units Per Acre
Request: The request is to rezone the subject property from RSF-4, Residential Single Family,
Four Units per Acre, to P-1, Institutional, to allow the use to continue by -right without the limitations
of the conditional use.
Public Comment. Staff has not received any public comment at this time.
Planning Commission
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INFRASTRUCTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
Streets: The subject area has a road frontage along North Old Wire Road. North Old Wire
Road is a Partially improved Neighborhood Link Street with asphalt paving and
open ditches. Any street improvements required in these areas would be
determined at the time of the development proposal. Any additional improvements
or requirements for drainage will be determined at time of development.
Water: Public water is available to the subject area. Existing 6-inch water main is present
along North Old Wire Road.
Sewer: Sanitary sewer is available to the subject area. Existing 6-inch sewer main is
present along the East property line of the proposed property. There are known
wet weather sewer capacity issues identified in the City's 2021 Sewer Master Plan
that appear in the system approximately 1325 linear feet downstream of this
property.
Drainage: No protected streams, FEMA Floodplain, or hydric soils are identified on the
subject property. No portion of the subject property lies within the Hillside/Hilltop
Overlay District.
Fire: Station 5, located at 2979 N. Crossover Rd., protects this site. The property is
located approximately 1 mile from the fire station with an anticipated drive time of
approximately 2 minutes using existing streets. The anticipated response time
would be approximately 4.2 minutes. Fire Department response time is calculated
based on the drive time plus 1 minute for dispatch and 1.2 minutes for turn -out
time. Within the City Limits, the Fayetteville Fire Department has a response time
goal of 6 minutes for an engine and 8 minutes for a ladder truck.
Police: The Police Department did not comment on this request.
Tree Preservation:
The proposed zoning district, P-1, Institutional, 25% minimum canopy
preservation. The current zoning district, RSF-4, Residential Single -Family, 4
Units per Acre, requires 25% minimum canopy preservation.
CITY PLAN 2040 FUTURE LAND USE PLAN: City Plan 2040 Future Land Use Plan designates
the property within the proposed rezone as Residential Neighborhood.
Residential Neighborhood Areas are primarily residential in nature and support a wide variety
of housing types of appropriate scale and context: single-family, duplexes, rowhouses, multifamily
and accessory dwelling units. Residential Neighborhood encourages highly connected, compact
blocks with gridded street patterns and reduced building setbacks. It also encourages traditional
neighborhood development that incorporates low -intensity nonresidential uses intended to serve
the surrounding neighborhoods, such as retail and offices, on corners and along connecting
corridors. This designation recognizes existing conventional subdivision developments which may
have large blocks with conventional setbacks and development patterns that respond to features
of the natural environment. Building setbacks may vary depending on the context of the existing
neighborhood.
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CITY PLAN 2040 INFILL MATRIX: City Plan 2040's Infill Matrix indicates a score of 6 for this site
with a weighted score of 6. The following elements of the matrix contribute to the score:
• Adequate Fire Response (Station 5, 2979 N. Crossover Rd.)
• Near Sewer Main (6-inch main in N. Old Wire Rd.)
• Near Water Main (6-inch main rear of property)
• Near Public School (Butterfield Trail Elementary)
• Near City Park (Gulley Park)
• Near Paved Trail (Niokaska Creek Trail, Gulley Park Trail)
FINDINGS OF THE STAFF
A determination of the degree to which the proposed zoning is consistent with land use
planning objectives, principles, and policies and with land use and zoning plans.
Finding: Land Use Compatibility: Staff finds that the requested rezoning to P-1
compatible with surrounding land uses. Despite allowing different uses than
neighboring properties, the site's small size limits expansion and impact,
maintaining harmony with the area. Currently zoned RSF-4 (Residential
Single -Family, 4 Units Per Area), the property has operated as a teaching
facility since 2015 without detracting from the neighborhood. Rezoning to P-
1 would legitimize the existing cultural and recreational use, allowing Apple
Seeds to continue, expand, or rebuild its facility with minimal traffic or
disruption.
Land Use Plan Analysis: Staff finds that a rezoning to P-1 would be
consistent with the City's adopted land use plans. City Plan 2040's Future
Land Use Map designates the property as Residential Neighborhood, but it
does abut Gulley Park, which was designated as Civic and Private Open
Space. The park and farm are both designated in the City Plan 2040 as Civic
and Private Open Space — which allow public access to outdoor amenities.
This proposed rezoning would help allow a publicly oriented space to
continue.
2. A determination of whether the proposed zoning is justified and/or needed at the time the
rezoning is proposed.
Finding: Staff finds that there is sufficient justification for rezoning the property from
RSF-4 to P-1. Staff finds that the proposed rezoning is compatible with its
current use, abutting properties (Apple Seed Farm and Gulley Park) and is
consistent with the City's future land use plans.
3. A determination as to whether the proposed zoning would create or appreciably increase
traffic danger and congestion.
Finding: A rezoning from RSF-4 to P-1 does have the potential to increase the traffic
in the area; however, the property's small size would prevent substantial
development, which would limit the future growth of the services provided.
Staff does not find that this growth would have considerable impact on
traffic. The property has frontage along North Old Wire Road, a
Neighborhood Link Street, and any street improvement in the area would be
determined at the time of development review.
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4. A determination as to whether the proposed zoning would alter the population density and
thereby undesirably increase the load on public services including schools, water, and
sewer facilities.
Finding: The proposed rezoning does not have the potential to alter the population
density. Rezoning from RSF-4 to P-1 will remove the residential uses and re-
align the property to an institutional use. Staff does not find that the rezoning
request will undesirably increase the load on public services at this site.
Fayetteville Public Schools did not comment on this request.
5. If there are reasons why the proposed zoning should not be approved in view of
considerations under b (1) through (4) above, a determination as to whether the proposed
zoning is justified and/or necessitated by peculiar circumstances such as:
a. It would be impractical to use the land for any of the uses permitted under
its existing zoning classifications;
b. There are extenuating circumstances which justify the rezoning even
though there are reasons under b (1) through (4) above why the proposed
zoning is not desirable.
Finding: N/A
RECOMMENDATION: Planning staff recommends forwarding RZN-2025-0022 to City
Council with a recommendation of approval.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:
Date: July 14, 2025
Motion:
Second:
Vote:
BUDGET/STAFF IMPACT:
None
Required YES
O Tabled O Forwarded
O Denied
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ATTACHMENTS:
• Unified Development Code
o § 161.07 District RSF-4, Residential Single -Family - Four (4) Units Per Acre
o § 161.32 District P-1, Institutional
• One Mile Map
• Close -Up Map
• Current Land Use Map
• Future Land Use Map
• Request Letter
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161.07 District RSF-4, Residential Single -Family - Four (4) Units Per Acre
(A) Purpose. The RSF-4 Residential District is designed to permit and encourage the development of low density
detached dwellings in suitable environments, as well as to protect existing development of these types.
(B) Uses.
(1) Permitted Uses.
Unit 1
City-wide uses by right
Unit 8
Single-family dwellings
Unit 41
Accessory dwellings
Unit 46
Short-term rentals
(2) Conditional Uses.
Unit 2
City-wide uses by conditional use permit
Unit 3
Public protection and utility facilities
Unit 4
Cultural and recreational facilities
Unit 5
Government facilities
Unit 9
Two-family dwellings
Unit
12a
Limited business
Unit 24
Home occupations
Unit 36
Wireless communications facilities
Unit 44
Cluster Housing Development
(C) Density.
Single-family
dwellings
Two (2) family
dwellings
Units per acre
4 or less
7 or less
(D) Bulk and Area Regulations.
Single-family
Two (2) family
dwellings
dwellings
Lot minimum
70 feet
80 feet
width
Lot area
8,000 square
12,000 square
minimum
feet
feet
Land area per
8,000 square
6,000 square
dwelling unit
feet
feet
Hillside Overlay
60 feet
70 feet
District Lot
minimum width
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Hillside Overlay
8,000 square
12,000 square
District Lot
feet
feet
area minimum
Land area per
8,000 square
6,000 square
dwelling unit
feet
feet
(E) Setback Requirements.
Front
Side
Rear
15 feet
5 feet
15 feet
(F) Building Height Regulations.
Building Height Maximum 13 stories
(G) Building Area. On any lot the area occupied by all buildings shall not exceed 40% of the total area of such lot.
Accessory ground mounted solar energy systems shall not be considered buildings.
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161.32 District P-1, Institutional
(A) Purpose. The Institutional District is designed to protect and facilitate use of property owned by public and
religious institutions. Larger facilities and institutions may still use historical setback regulations, but public
and religious institutions may also choose to use urban form with build -to zones and minimum buildable
street frontage allowing administrative approval.
(B) Uses.
(1) Permitted Uses.
Unit 1
City-wide uses by right
Unit 4
Cultural and recreational facilities
Unit 5
Government facilities
Unit 46
Short-term rentals
(2) Conditional Uses.
Unit 2
City-wide uses by conditional use permit
Unit 3
Public protection and utility facilities
Unit
12b
General business
Unit 20
Commercial recreation, large sites
Unit 26
Multi -family dwellings
Unit 36
Wireless communications facilities
Unit 42
Clean technologies
(C) Density. None.
(D) Bulk and Area Regulations. None.
(E) Setback Regulations.
Front
15 feet
Front, if parking is allowed between the right-
of -way and the building
50 feet
Side
None
Side, when contiguous to a residential
district
15 feet
Rear
20 feet
Urban Form Setback Regulations
Front A build -
to -zone
that is
located
between
10 feet
and a
line 25
feet from
the front
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property
line
Side and rear
None
Side and rear, when contiguous to a single-
15 feet
family residential district
(F) Building Height Regulations.
Building Height Maximum 16 stories*
* If a building exceeds the height of two (2) stories, the portion of the building that exceeds two (2) stories shall have an
additional setback from side boundary line of an adjacent residential district. The amount of additional setback for the portion of
the building over two (2) stories shall be equal to the difference between the total height of that portion of the building, and two
(2) stories.
(G) Building Area. On any lot the area occupied by all buildings shall not exceed 60% of the total area of such lot.
Accessory ground mounted solar energy systems shall not be considered buildings.
(H) Urban form minimum buildable street frontage: 50% of the lot width.
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Wednesday, June 4 2025
Fayetteville Planning Committee
125 W Mountain, Fayetteville, AR 72701
Subject: Rezoning Proposal for Apple Seeds Teaching Farm
Dear Members of the Planning Committee,
I am writing to you today on behalf of Apple Seeds, Inc., to formally propose a
rezoning of our property located at 2648 N Old Wire Road, currently zoned RSF-4
operating with a Conditional Use Permit, to a new Commercial Zone designation,
District P-1 Institutional Unit 4 Cultural/ Recreational Facility. This request comes as a
result of our significant growth and evolving needs as a leading educational
organization in Northwest Arkansas.
Current Situation:
Apple Seeds has been a proud member of the Fayetteville community for 18 years,
dedicated to providing innovative farm -to -table education that empowers children
and adults to live healthier lives. Our programs have expanded substantially, and we
now serve over 14,000 children annually in Northwest Arkansas. This growth
necessitates that we enhance our facilities to effectively support our mission and
better serve the community. Our current zoning designation limits our ability to fully
develop our site to meet these growing programmatic needs.
Proposed Rezoning and its Benefits:
We believe that rezoning our property to a Commercial Zone is a logical and beneficial
step for the following reasons:
• Alignment with City Goals: The proposed rezoning aligns with the City's
comprehensive plan, which encourages the development of community -serving
organizations and educational initiatives.
• Enhanced Community Impact: Rezoning will allow us to expand our facilities,
enabling us to offer a wider range of programs, accommodate more participants,
and provide enhanced educational experiences. This includes the potential for:
o Substantial parking for our existing Farm Programs
o Accessibility to children and guests of differing mobility levels
o Construction of facilities that will support the infrastructure of our growing
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• Economic Benefits: Our expansion will generate positive economic impacts,
including increased visitor traffic, which will support local businesses.
• Neighborhood Compatibility: There are several P-1 zoned spaces in our
neighborhood already, with nearby churches and our direct neighbor Gulley Park.
We are committed to continuing to be a good neighbor. Our proposed
development will be designed to be sensitive to the surrounding residential area,
with careful consideration given to:
* Traffic flow and parking
* Noise levels
* Landscaping and aesthetics
* Hours of operation
• Sustainable Development: Apple Seeds is committed to sustainable practices. Our
development plans include environmentally responsible design, construction, and
operation, in line with the City's sustainability goals.
Organizational Growth:
Apple Seeds has experienced significant growth in recent years, and we project this
growth to continue. To continue serving the community effectively, we need to adapt
our facilities. The current RSF-4 zoning does not allow for the type of development
required to support our programs and future growth. This rezoning is crucial for our
continued success and our ability to meet the increasing demand for our services.
Conclusion:
We are confident that rezoning our property to a Commercial Zone will allow Apple
Seeds to continue to grow and serve the community effectively while remaining a
valuable asset to the neighborhood. We urge the Planning Committee to consider our
proposal and recognize the significant benefits it will bring to Fayetteville.
Thank you for your time and consideration of this important matter.
Sincerely,
Mary Thompson
Executive Director, Apple Seeds, Inc.
Planning Commission
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Form vl.55
NV\ ECEIVE
8/11/2025
medza CTY OF FAYETTEVILLE
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
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Company: CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE-CLERKS OFFI
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Matter of: ORD 6899
AFFIDAVIT•STATE OF ARKANSAS
Maria Hernandez-Lopez ,do solemnly swear that I am the Legal Clerk of the NWA Democrat Gazette,a daily
newspaper printed and published in WASHINGTONBENTON county,State of ARKANSAS;that I was so related to
this publication at and during the publication of the annexed legal advertisement in the matter of:
ORD 6899
Pending in the court,in said County,and at the dates of the several publications of said advertisement stated below,and
that during said periods and at said dates,said newspaper was printed and had a bona fide circulation in said County,
that said newspaper had been regularly printed and published in said county,and had a bona fide circulation therein for
the period of one month before the date of the first publication of said advertisement;and that said advertisement was
published in the regular daily issues of said newspaper as stated below.
And that there is due or has been paid the NWA Democrat Gazette for publication the sum of S86.64.
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Subscribed and sworn to before me on this 11th day of August, 2025 = • U B'G `2
NOTA PUBLIC
Ordinance:6899
File Number: 2025-1249
AN ORDINANCE TO REZONE
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN
REZONING PETITION RZN-2025-
22 FOR APPROXIMATELY 0.87
ACRES LOCATED AT 2648
NORTH OLD WIRE ROAD IN
WARD 3 FROM RSF-4,RESIDEN-
TIAL SINGLE-FAMILY, FOUR
UNITS PER ACRE TO P-1,INSTI-
TUTIONAL
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE,ARKANSAS:
Section 1:That the City Coun-
cil of the City of Fayetteville,
Arkansas hereby changes the
zone classification of the prop-
erty shown on the map(Exhibit
A)and the legal description(Ex-
hibit B) both attached to the
Planning Department's Agenda
Memo from RSF-4,Residential
Single-Family, Four Units per
Acre to P-1,Institutional.
Section 2:That the City Coun-
cil of the City of Fayetteville,
Arkansas hereby amends the
official zoning map of the City of
Fayetteville to reflect the zoning
change provided in Section 1.
PASSED and APPROVED on
August 5,2025
Approved:
Molly Rawn,Mayor
Attest:
Kara Paxton,
City Clerk Treasurer
This publication was paid for
by the City Clerk-Treasurer of
the City of Fayetteville,
Arkansas.
Amount Paid:686.64
August 10,2025 529886