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113 West Mountain Street
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 575-8323
Ordinance: 6961
File Number: 2025-2702
AN ORDINANCE TO REZONE THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN REZONING PETITION RZN 2025-57
FOR APPROXIMATELY 0.26 ACRES LOCATED AT 4550 WEST OZARK TRAIL IN WARD 1 FROM R-A,
RESIDENTIAL-AGRICULTURAL TO RI-12, RESIDENTIAL INTERMEDIATE, 12 UNITS PER ACRE
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 R-A, Residential-Agricultural to RI-12, Residential Intermediate, 12 Units Per Acre.
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 January 6, 2026
Approved:
_______________________________
Molly Rawn, Mayor
Attest:
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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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Mailing address:
113 W. Mountain Street
Fayetteville, AR 72701
www.fayetteville-ar.gov
CITY COUNCIL MEMO
2025-2702
MEETING OF JANUARY 6, 2026
TO: Mayor Rawn and City Council
THROUGH: Keith Macedo, Chief of Staff
Jonathan Curth, Development Services Director
Jessica Masters, Planning Director
FROM: Wesley Frank, Planner
SUBJECT: RZN-2025-0057: Rezoning (4550 W. OZARK TRL./ TERRA FIRMA, 594): Submitted by
TERRA FIRMA HOLDINGS for property located at 4550 W. OZARK TRL in WARD 1.
The property is zoned R-A, RESIDENTIAL-AGRICULTURAL and contains
approximately 0.26 acres. The request is to rezone the property to RI-12,
RESIDENTIAL INTERMEDIATE, 12 UNITS PER ACRE.
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 in west Fayetteville about 1,200 feet south of W. Martin Luther King Boulevard,
bordering the city of Farmington. The property is zoned R-A, Residential-Agriculture, totals approximately 0.26
acre, and is developed with a single-family dwelling that Washington County records indicate was built in 1967.
The property does not lie in an overlay district and does not include areas od FEMA-designated floodplain.
Request: The request is to rezone the property from R-A, Residential-Agriculture, to RI-12, Residential
Intermediate, 12 Units per Acre.
Public Comment: Staff has not received any public comment for this item.
Land Use Compatibility: Staff finds the proposed rezoning from R-A to RI-12 to be partially compatible with the
surrounding land uses. R-A and RI-12 have some of the same use units regarding residential (single- and two-
family), but RI-12 does allow for additional uses such as three- to four-family and cluster housing. Also distinct
between the two zoning districts are the bulk and area requirements. Lot width minimum in RI-12 is 50 feet for
both single-family and two-family, and 90 feet for three- and four-family while R-A requires 200 feet. Lot area
minimums in RI-12 are 5,000 square feet for single-family, 7,260 square feet for two-family, and 10,890 square
feet for three- and four-family; in R-A it is 2 acres. The property’s lot width (approximately 70 feet) and area
(approximately 10,200 sqft) would prevent the development of three- and four-family dwellings, but would allow
some development where R-A does not. The existing property is non-conforming to its zoning district in terms
of both area and street frontage. A major difference between the two districts is that allowing for a rezoning to
RI-12 would introduce urban form setbacks to the area, which are used to promote walkability and ease of
movement for all transportation types.
Mailing address:
113 W. Mountain Street
Fayetteville, AR 72701
www.fayetteville-ar.gov
On both sides of the Fayetteville city limites, properties are single-family. Those located within the city of
Fayetteville are large lots with residential development; the city of Farmington properties are smaller lots but
with the same uses. Staff finds that the allowable uses in RI-12 will complement the surrounding area and,
given the size of the property, will have limited development potential. Additionally, an evaluation of
infrastructure in the area indicates that it is sufficient to handle potential development of the property.
Land Use Plan Analysis: Staff finds the proposed rezoning to be consistent with the Future Land Use Map
designation as City Neighborhood area. The area could be considered underdeveloped as much of the city of
Fayetteville properties are multi-acre lots with only single-family residential units despite their proximity to
services and a major transportation corridor. The anticipated goal for the City Neighborhood designation would
be for mixed use development at this location, but given the existing context and elements that can contribute
to appropriate infill and development. This designation may have been influenced by the City of Farmington’s
Future Land Use Map which designates properties adjacent to the subject property as HC- Highway
Commercial. To determine its own designation, the City of Fayetteville aligned its FLUM to Farmington’s by
designating this area as City Neighborhood, allowing for this corridor to have similar development patterns. A
rezoning to RI-12 could allow for the creation of new housing with some flexibility in housing types, fitting with
City Neighborhood. The property has a moderate-to-low infill score of 5 and is not located within a walkable
distance to amenities. As a result of a low infill score, the area would need substantial infrastructure
development to handle additional intense density. However, the subject property is small which caps
development at this location. Staff finds that the requested rezoning could allow for convenience goods and
services and housing which will assist with the City Goals #1 (appropriate infill) and 6 (opportunities for
affordable housing).
CITY PLAN 2040 INFILL MATRIX: City Plan 2040’s Infill Matrix indicates a score of 5 for this site. The
following elements of the matrix contribute to the score:
•Near Sewer Main (6-inch main along southeast portion of property)
•Near Water Main (2.25-inch main W. Ozark Trl)
•Near City Park (Razorback Greenway)
•Near Paved Trail (Midtown Trail)
•Appropriate Future Land Use (City Neighborhood)
DISCUSSION:
At the December 8, 2025, Planning Commission meeting, a vote of 6-1-0 forwarded the request to City Council
with a recommendation of approval with Commissioner Payne dissenting. Commissioner Cabe motioned and
Commissioner Castin seconded. Commissioners asked for clarification regarding whether other zoning districts
had been considered with staff responding that there had been and RI-12 allowed the most flexibility for
development on the small parcel. One member of the public spoke against the item concerning any potential
development's impact on rain runoff onto nearby properties.
BUDGET/STAFF IMPACT:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS: 3. Staff Review Form, 4. Exhibit A, 5. Exhibit B, 6. Staff Report
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City of Fayetteville, Arkansas
Legislation Text
113 West Mountain Street
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 575-8323
File #: 2025-2702
AN ORDINANCE TO REZONE THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN REZONING PETITION
RZN 2025-57 FOR APPROXIMATELY 0.26 ACRES LOCATED AT 4550 WEST OZARK
TRAIL IN WARD 1 FROM R-A, RESIDENTIAL-AGRICULTURAL TO RI-12, RESIDENTIAL
INTERMEDIATE, 12 UNITS PER ACRE
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 R-A, Residential-Agricultural to RI-12,
Residential Intermediate, 12 Units Per Acre.
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.
12/18/2025
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City of Fayetteville Staff Review Form
2025-2702
Item ID
1/6/2026
City Council Meeting Date - Agenda Item Only
RZN-2025-0057: Rezoning (4550 W. OZARK TRL./ TERRA FIRMA, 594): Submitted by TERRA FIRMA HOLDINGS for
property located at 4550 W. OZARK TRL in WARD 1. The property is zoned R-A, RESIDENTIAL-AGRICULTURAL and
contains approximately 0.26 acres. The request is to rezone the property to RI-12, RESIDENTIAL INTERMEDIATE, 12
UNITS PER ACRE.
N/A for Non-Agenda Item
Action Recommendation:
Submitted By
Jonathan Curth DEVELOPMENT REVIEW (630)
Division / Department
Comments:
Purchase Order Number:
Change Order Number:
Previous Ordinance or Resolution #
Approval Date:
Original Contract Number:
TO: Fayetteville Planning Commission
THRU: Jessie Masters, Planning Director
FROM: Wesley Frank, Planner
MEETING DATE: December 8, 2025
SUBJECT: RZN-2025-0057: Rezoning (4550 W. OZARK TRL./ TERRA FIRMA,
594): Submitted by TERRA FIRMA HOLDINGS for property located at 4550
W. OZARK TRL. The property is zoned R-A, RESIDENTIAL-AGRICULTURAL
and contains approximately 0.26 acres. The request is to rezone the property
to RI-12, RESIDENTIAL INTERMEDIATE, 12 UNITS PER ACRE.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends forwarding RZN-2025-0057 to City Council with a recommendation of
approval.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
“I move to forward RZN-2025-0057 to the City Council with a recommendation of approval.”
BACKGROUND:
The subject property is in west Fayetteville about 1,200 feet south of W. Martin Luther King
Boulevard, bordering the city of Farmington. The property is zoned R-A, Residential-Agriculture,
and overall it contains 0.26 of an acre. This subject property is developed with a single-family
dwelling that Washington County records indicate was built in 1967. The property does not lie in
an overlay district. Surrounding land uses and zoning are depicted below in Table 1.
Table 1:
Surrounding Land Uses and Zoning
Direction Land Use Zoning
North Single-Family Residential City of Farmington; R-A, Residential-Agriculture
South Two-Family Residential R-A, Residential-Agriculture
East Single-Family Residential R-A, Residential-Agriculture
West Single-Family Residential City of Farmington
Request: The request is to rezone the property from R-A, Residential-Agriculture, to RI-12,
Residential Intermediate, 12 Units per Acre.
Public Comment: Staff has not received any public comment for this item.
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Updated w/ meeting results
INFRASTRUCTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
Streets: The subject area has a road frontage along West Ozark Trail. West Ozark Trail is
a partially improved Residential 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.
Water: Public water is available to the subject area. Existing 2.25-inch water main is
present along West Ozark Trail.
Sewer: Sanitary sewer is available to the subject area. Existing 6-inch sewer main is
present along southeast corner of the subject property.
Drainage: No portion of the subject property lies within the Hillside-Hilltop Overlay District or
a FEMA floodplain. Additionally, no protected streams or hydric soils are present.
Any additional improvements or requirements for drainage will be determined at
time of development.
Fire: Fire apparatus access and fire protection water supplies will be reviewed for
compliance with the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code at the time of development.
Station 6, located at 900 S. Hollywood Ave., protects this site. The property is
located approximately 2.5 miles from the fire station with an anticipated drive time
of approximately 7 minutes using existing streets. The anticipated response time
would be approximately 9.2 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, RI-12, Residential Intermediate, 12 Units per Acre,
requires 20% minimum canopy preservation. The current zoning district, R-A,
Residential-Agriculture, 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 City Neighborhood.
City Neighborhood areas are more densely developed than residential neighborhood areas and
provide a mix of non-residential and residential uses. This designation supports the widest
spectrum of uses and encourages density in all housing types, from single-family to multi-family.
Non-residential and commercial uses are primarily located at street intersections and along major
corridors. Ideally, commercial uses would have a residential component and vary in size, variety
and intensity. The street network should have a high number of intersections creating a system
of small blocks with a high level of connectivity between neighborhoods. Building setbacks and
landscaping are urban in form with street trees typically being located within the sidewalk zone.
CITY PLAN 2040 INFILL MATRIX: City Plan 2040’s Infill Matrix indicates a score of 5 for this site
with a weighted score of 6. The following elements of the matrix contribute to the score:
• Near Sewer Main (6-inch main along southeast portion of property)
• Near Water Main (2.25-inch main W. Ozark Trl)
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• Near City Park (Razorback Greenway)
• Near Paved Trail (Midtown Trail)
• Appropriate Future Land Use (City Neighborhood)
FINDINGS OF THE STAFF
1. 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 the proposed rezoning from R-A to RI-
12 to be compatible with the surrounding land uses. R-A and RI-12 has some
of the same use units regarding residential (single- and two-family), but RI-
12 does allow for additional uses such as three- to four-family and cluster
housing. There are no properties with similar use allowances or bulk and
area as they are either City of Farmington properties or zoned R-A. R-A and
RI-12 have significantly different bulk and area requirements. Lot width
minimum in RI-12 is 50 feet for both single-family and two-family, and 90 feet
for three- and four-family; but in R-A is 200 feet. Lot area minimums in RI-12
are 5,000 square feet for single-family, 7,260 square feet for two-family, and
10,890 square feet for three- and four-family; in R-A it is 2 acres. The
property’s lot width (approximately 70 feet) and area (approximately 10,200
sqft) would prevent the development of three- and four-family dwellings. The
existing property is non-conforming to its zoning district. A rezoning to RI-
12 would allow for development on the property. A major difference between
the two districts is that allowing for a rezoning to RI-12 would introduce
urban form setbacks to the area, which are used to promote walkability in an
area. Much of the surrounding properties are single-family. The properties
located within the city of Fayetteville are large lots with residential
development; the city of Farmington properties are smaller lots but with the
same uses. The allowable uses in RI-12 would blend in with the surrounding
area. And, given the size of the property and its lessened development
potential, the infrastructure in the area should be sufficient to handle any
proposed development. Staff finds the requested rezoning to be compatible
with surrounding land uses and provides opportunities for increased
housing opportunities.
Land Use Plan Analysis: Staff finds the proposed rezoning to be consistent
with the Future Land Use Map designation as City Neighborhood area. The
area could be considered underdeveloped as much of the city of Fayetteville
properties are multi-acre lots with only single-family residential units. The
anticipated goal for the City Neighborhood designation would be for mixed
use development at this location. This designation may have been
influenced by the City of Farmington’s Future Land Use Map which
designates properties adjacent to the subject property as HC- Highway
Commercial. To determine its own designation, the City of Fayetteville
aligned its FLUM to Farmington’s by designating this area as City
Neighborhood, allowing for this corridor to have similar development
patterns. A rezoning to RI-12 could allow for the creation, or maintenance, of
residential properties with reduced lot sizes and offer some flexibility in
housing types, fitting with City Neighborhood. The property has a moderate-
to-low infill score of 5 and is not located within a walkable distance to
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amenities. As a result of a low infill score, the area would need substantial
infrastructure development to handle additional intense density. However,
the subject property is small which caps development at this location. Staff
finds that the requested rezoning could allow for convenience goods and
services and housing which will assist with the City Goals #1 (appropriate
infill) and 6 (opportunities for affordable housing).
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 subject
property from R-A to RI-12. Staff finds that the proposed rezoning is
compatible with surrounding properties and 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 R-A to RI-12 could increase traffic in the area, but only
minimally as the size of the property is small, capping density.
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 has the potential to slightly alter the population
density since it would allow for additional residential development. However,
the property currently has access to public streets, water, and sewers, and
any necessary improvements would be determined at the time of
development. 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-2025-0057 to City
Council with a recommendation of approval.
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PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: Required YES
Date: December 8, 2025 ❒ Tabled ❒ Forwarded ❒ Denied
Motion:
Second:
Vote:
BUDGET/STAFF IMPACT:
None
ATTACHMENTS:
• Unified Development Code
o §161.03 District R-A, Residential-Agricultural
o §161.11 District RI-12, Residential Intermediate, Twelve (12) Units Per Acre
• One Mile Map
• Close-Up Map
• Current Land Use Map
• Future Land Use Map
• Request Letter
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Cabe
Castin
6-1-0 (Payne dissented)
161.03 District R-A, Residential-Agricultural
(A) Purposes. The regulations of the agricultural district are designed to protect agricultural land until an orderly
transition to urban development has been accomplished; prevent wasteful scattering of development in
rural areas; obtain economy of public funds in the providing of public improvements and services of orderly
growth; conserve the tax base; provide opportunity for affordable housing, increase scenic attractiveness;
and conserve open space.
(B) Uses.
(1) Permitted Uses.
Unit 1 City-wide uses by right
Unit 3 Public protection and utility facilities
Unit 6 Agriculture
Unit 7 Animal husbandry
Unit 8 Single-family dwellings
Unit 9 Two-family dwellings
Unit 37 Manufactured homes
Unit 41 Accessory dwellings
Unit 43 Animal boarding and training
Unit 46 Short-term rentals
(2) Conditional Uses.
Unit 2 City-wide uses by conditional use permit
Unit 4 Cultural and recreational facilities
Unit 5 Government facilities
Unit 20 Commercial recreation, large sites
Unit 24 Home occupations
Unit 35 Outdoor Music Establishments
Unit 36 Wireless communications facilities
Unit 42 Clean technologies
(C) Density.
Units per acre One-half (½)
(D) Bulk and Area Regulations.
Lot width minimum 200 feet
Lot Area Minimum:
Residential: 2 acres
Nonresidential: 2 acres
Lot area per dwelling unit 2 acres
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(E) Setback Requirements.
Front Side Rear
35 feet 20 feet 35 feet
(F) Height Requirements. There shall be no maximum height limits in the R-A District, provided, however, if a
building exceeds the height of one (1) story, the portion of the building over one (1) story shall have an
additional setback from any boundary line of an adjacent residential district. The amount of additional
setback for the portion of the building over one (1) story shall be equal to the difference between the total
height of that portion of the building and one (1) story.
(G) Building area. None.
(Code 1965, App. A., Art. 5(1); Ord. No. 1747, 6-29-70; Code 1991, §160.030; Ord. No. 4100, §2 (Ex. A), 6-16-98;
Ord. No. 4178, 8-31-99; Ord. No. 5028, 6-19-07; Ord. No. 5128, 4-15-08; Ord. No. 5195, 11-6-08; Ord. No. 5238, 5-
5-09; Ord. No. 5479, 2-7-12; Ord. No. 5945, §3, 1-17-17; Ord. No. 6015, §1(Exh. A), 11-21-17; Ord. No. 6427,
§§1(Exh. C), 2, 4-20-21)
Editor's note(s)—Ord. No. 6820, §1, adopted December 4, 2024, determines that Ordinance 6427 (Sunset Clause),
Ordinance 6625 (extending Sunset Clause) and Ordinance 6710 (extending the Sunset Clause) be amended so
that Ordinance 6427 and all amendments to Code Sections ordained or enacted by Ordinance 6427 shall
automatically sunset, be repealed and become void on July 1, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. unless prior to that time and
date the City Council amends this ordinance to repeal or further amend this sunset, repea l and termination
section.
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161.11 District RI-12, Residential Intermediate, Twelve (12) Units Per Acre
(A) Purpose. The RI-12 Residential District is designed to permit and encourage the development of detached
and attached dwellings in suitable environments, to provide a development potential between low density
and medium density with less impact than medium density development, to encourage the de velopment of
areas with existing public facilities and to encourage the development of a greater variety of housing values.
(B) Uses.
(1) Permitted Uses.
Unit 1 City-wide uses by right
Unit 8 Single-family dwellings
Unit 9 Two (2) family dwellings
Unit 10 Three (3) and four (4) family dwellings
Unit 41 Accessory dwellings
Unit 44 Cluster Housing Development
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
12a
Limited business
Unit 24 Home occupations
Unit 36 Wireless communications facilities
(C) Density.
Units per acre 12
(D) Bulk and Area Regulations.
Single-
family
Two (2)
family
Three (3)
and
four (4)
family
Lot width
minimum
50 feet 50 feet 90 feet
Lot area
minimum
5,000
square
feet
7,260
square
feet
10,890
square
feet.
(E) Setback Requirements.
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Front Side
Other
Uses
Side
Single &
Two (2)
family
Rear
Other
Uses
Rear
Single
Family
A build-to zone that is
located between the
front property line and
a line 25 feet from the
front property line.
8 feet 5 feet 20 feet 5 feet
(F) Building Height Regulations.
Building height maximum 2 stories/3 stories*
* A building or a portion of a building that is located between 0 and 10 feet from the front property line or
any master street plan right-of-way line shall have a maximum height of two (2) stories. Buildings or portions
of the building set back greater than 10 feet from the master street plan right-of-way shall have a maximum
height of three (3) stories.
(G) Building Area. The area occupied by all buildings shall not exceed 50% of the total lot area. Accessory ground
mounted solar energy systems shall not be considered buildings.
(H) Minimum Buildable Street Frontage. 50% of the lot width.
(Code 1965, App. A., Art. 5(IIA); Ord. No. 3128, 10-1-85; Code 1991, §160.032; Ord. No. 4100, §2 (Ex. A), 6-16-98;
Ord. No. 4178, 8-31-99; Ord. No. 5028, 6-19-07; Ord. No. 5224, 3-3-09; Ord. No. 5262, 8-4-09; Ord. No. 5312, 4-20-
10; Ord. No. 5462, 12-6-11; Ord. No. 5592, 06-18-13; Ord. No. 5664, 2-18-14; Ord. No. 5800, §1(Exh. A), 10-6-15;
Ord. No. 5921, §1, 11-1-16; Ord. No. 5945, §§4, 8, 9, 1-17-17; Ord. No. 6015, §1(Exh. A), 11-21-17; Ord. No. 6245,
§2, 10-15-19; Ord. No. 6427, §§1(Exh. C), 2, 4-20-21; Ord. No. 6658, §2(Exh. A), 5-2-23)
Editor's note(s)—Ord. No. 6820, §1, adopted December 4, 2024, determines that Ordinance 6427 (Sunset Clause),
Ordinance 6625 (extending Sunset Clause) and Ordinance 6710 (extending the Sunset Clause) be amended so
that Ordinance 6427 and all amendments to Code Sections ordained or enacted by Ordinance 6427 shall
automatically sunset, be repealed and become void on July 1, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. unless prior to that time and
date the City Council amends this ordinance to repeal or further amend this sunset, repeal and termination
section.
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D
D
R
RALSTON ST
O Z A R K T R L
O L D
FARM I N G T O N R D
R-A
Unclassified
Residential Link
Hillside-Hilltop Overlay District
Planning Area
Fayetteville City Limits
Close Up View
RZN-2025-0057 4550 W. OZARK TRL
N
0 150 300 450 60075
Feet
Subject Property
Zone Proposed
R-A
RI-12
0.0
0.3
Total 0.3 ac1:2,400
Current
0.2
0.0
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HOL
L
A
N
D
D
R
M A I N S T
Unclassified
Residential Link
Trail (Proposed)
Planning Area
Fayetteville City Limits
Current Land Use
RZN-2025-0057 4550 W. OZARK TRL N
0 225 450 675 900112.5
Feet
Subject Property
Single-Family Residential
Farmington Jurisdiction
Farmington Jurisdiction
Farmington Jurisdiction
1:3,600
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City
Neighborhood
Natural
Residential Neighborhood
Rural
Residential
MAIN ST
BROYL
E
S
S
T
RUPPL
E
RD
M A R T I N L U T H E R
K I N G J R B L V D
RUPPLE
R
D
Regional Link
Regional Link - High Activity
Unclassified
Alley
Residential Link
Planning Area
Fayetteville City Limits
Trail (Proposed)
City Neighborhood
Civic Institutional
Civic and Private Open Space
Industrial
Natural
Non-Municipal Government
Residential Neighborhood
Rural Residential
Urban Center
Future Land Use
RZN-2025-0057 4550 W. OZARK TRL N
0 610 1,220 1,830 2,440305
Feet
Subject Property
1:10,000
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TO: City of Fayetteville Planning Commission and City Council
RE: Rezoning Request for 4550 W Ozark Trail – From
RA to RI-12
Dear Commissioners and Council Members,
I am requesting the rezoning of 4550 West Ozark Trail from RA (Residential Agricultural) to
RI-12 (Residential Intermediate, 12 units/acre). The property is a small lot located within the
City’s designated City Neighborhood future land-use area, which encourages infill residential
development at moderate densities to support walkable neighborhoods and efficient use of
existing infrastructure.
This rezoning will enable the construction of a small, affordable home that aligns with
Fayetteville’s goal of providing diverse and attainable housing options. Due to lot constraints
and setbacks, a large home is not feasible, so this development will focus on efficient design
and affordability. The resulting home will be consistent with nearby homes built within the last
decade while slightly smaller in scale, maintaining neighborhood character and compatibility.
The requested RI-12 zoning is compatible with the City Neighborhood designation, supports
the City Plan 2040 principles of infill and affordability, and aligns with surrounding residential
uses. Utilities are available to serve the site, and no changes to topography or access are
proposed. This rezoning will contribute positively to meeting housing demand without
negatively impacting adjacent properties.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Tyler F. Thompson
Terra Firma Holdings LLC (d/b/a PDQ Homebuyers)
P.O. Box 1198, Bentonville, AR 72712
479-621-3706 | Tyler@PDQOffer.com
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1/13/2026
Ordinance: 6961
File Number: 2025-2702
AN ORDINANCE TO REZONE
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN
REZONING PETITION RZN 2025-
57 FOR APPROXIMATELY 0.26
ACRES LOCATED AT 4550 WEST
OZARK TRAIL IN WARD 1 FROM
R-A, RESIDENTIAL -AGRICUL-
TURAL TO RI-12, RESIDENTIAL
INTERMEDIATE, 12 UNITS PER
ACRE
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 R-A, Residential -
Agricultural to RI-12, Residential
Intermediate,12 Units Per Acre.
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
January 6, 2026
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: $86.64
January 11, 2026 568465