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MINUTES OF PLAT REVIEW MEETING
A meeting of the Fayetteville Plat Review Committee was held on Thursday,
March 9, 1995 at 9:00 a.m. in Room 111 of the City Administration Building,
113 West Mountain Street, Fayetteville, Arkansas.
UTILITY REPRESENTATIVE: Rick Evans, Dennis Burrack, Andy Calloway, Tim
Johnson, Mike Phipps and J. B. Tackett
CITY REPRESENTATIVES: Alett Little, Don Bunn, Tim Conklin Perry Franklin,
Mickey Jackson and Lisa Cox
OTHERS PRESENT: Clyde Nickles, Tom Kennelly, Greg Bone, Richard
Bundrick, Mel Milholland, Bill Rudasill, and Robert
Whitfield
LARGE SCALE DEVELOPMENT - RAZORBACK EXXON
G & K OIL COMPANY - SOUTHEAST CORNER OF HWY 62 AND FUTRALL
The first item was a large scale development for Razorback Exxon submitted by
Clyde Nickles on behalf of G & K Oil Company for property located at the
southeast corner of Highway 62 and Futrall. The property is zoned I-1, Heavy
Commercial - Light Industrial, and contains .95 acres.
Ms. Little explained the proposed plan was to demolish the existing Razorback
Exxon and replace it with a retail/gas store and car wash.
In response to a question from Ms. Little, Mr. Nickles advised they were not
going to keep the propane tanks.
Ms. Little explained the site was within the Design Overlay District. She
noted the curb cuts were existing so staff would support a request for a
waiver. She advised she did not believe the curb cut onto the service road
(Futrall) was in a very good place but staff would not oppose leaving the cut
at the present location
DENNIS BURRACK - SWEPCO
Mr. Burrack advised he had discussed this project with the developer. He
advised the southeast corner would be the service point and 3-phase power
would be provided. He noted he would be bringing the power from behind the
Waffle Hut through existing easements.
TIM JOHNSON - WARNER CABLE
Mr. Johnson had no comments.
MIKE PHIPPS - OZARK ELECTRIC
Mr. Phipps had no comments.
RICK EVANS - ARKANSAS WESTERN GAS
Mr. Evans advised there was already existing services to the site.
ANDY CALLOWAY - SOUTHWESTERN BELL TELEPHONE
Mr. Calloway requested 20 feet of the west setback line be shown as a utility
easement.
Ms. Little pointed out this site was in the Overlay District and a 25 -foot
green space had to be maintained at the same area.
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DON BUNN - CITY ENGINEER
Mr. Bunn stated there was an existing waterline easement along the west
property line and, he believed, it also ran across the front of the property.
He advised those easements needed to be shown on the plat.
PERRY FRANKLIN - TRAFFIC DIVISION
Mr. Franklin had no comments.
J. B. TACKETT - POSTAL SERVICE
Mr. Tackett had no comments.
TIM CONKLIN - PLANNING DIVISION
Mr. Conklin advised the developer would need additional tree plantings along
Highway 62 and screening of the parking along the east side of the property.
In answer to a question from Mr. Conklin, Mr. Nickle advised the sign would
remain the same.
Ms. Little explained that, under the Overlay Ordinance, signs were required to
be pedestal signs. She stated the developer would have to bring the matter
before the Planning Commission to see if they would allow an overhead sign.
DON BUNN - CITY ENGINEER
Mr. Bunn requested the developer contact
of the dumpster.
In response to a question from Mr. Bunn,
use the same water and sewer service.
Cheryl Zotti regarding the location
Mr. Nickle advised they planned to
Mr. Bunn stated the car wash sewer and water would need to go into a manhole.
He explained there were currently no special regulations on car wash but he
did expect the state would be developing regulations in the very near future.
He also requested the developer contact OMI, the sewage treatment service.
Ms. Little stated the Fire Chief, Mickey Jackson, had expressed the opinion
the water line needed to be extended under the highway. She also noted there
had been a question as to whether the line was a 12 -inch line. She stated
that, while there was a fire hydrant on Highway 62, it was across the highway
from the subject site. She explained Chief Jackson had been fearful of trying
to fight a fire with the hydrant across the highway and had suggested the
hydrant to the south.
Mr. Bunn requested the closest fire hydrant be shown on the plat.
Mr. Franklin noted the development would require at least one ADA van
accessible parking space.
Mr. Bunn advised a grading plan would be required. He noted the drainage
would not be changed from the existing structure.
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LARGE SCALE DEVELOPMENT - McILROY BANK
McILROY BANK - SE CORNER OF WEDINGTON & SALEM
The next item was a large scale development for Mcllroy Bank submitted by Tom
Hennelly, Jorgensen & Associates, on behalf of Mcllroy Bank for property
located at the southeast corner of Wedington and Salem. The property is zoned
C-2, Thoroughfare Commercial, and contains 3.67 acres.
Ms. Little explained the project would be done in two phases with the first
phase being the ATM machine. She noted the ATM machine would then be
relocated when the second phase was completed. She advised only Phase I was
being constructed at this time but staff had worked hard to get a street along
the eastern boundary (to be developed in conjunction with the property to the
east) as well as a street to the north of the property (immediately south of
the apartments).
TIM JOHNSON - WARNER CABLE
Mr. Johnson pointed out there was a pole line running along the east side of
the property and across the front. He requested the easement be shown on the
plat. He asked if the utility easement was in the proposed right-of-way
dedication. He stated the utility easements had to be shown on the plat in
order to determine whether they were in the right-of-way. He stated he would
have to know the location prior to making any other comments.
MIKE PHIPPS - OZARK ELECTRIC
Mr. Phipps expressed concern also as to whether the easements were within the
proposed right-of-way dedication. He requested the easements be shown on the
plat. He further requested a 20 -foot easement on the east side of the
property.
In response to a question from Mr. Conklin, Mr. Hennelly advised he was
requesting approval for both phases.
Ms. Little asked if the developer planned on completing both phases within one
year. She explained staff would recommend the large scale be approved for
only one year and then the developer would have to come back.
Mr. Johnson advised any relocation of lines for Warner Cable would be at the
cost of the developer. He further noted that, if the bank wanted cable
television service, he would need a 2 -inch conduit stubbed from the building
to the easement.
Mr. Phipps requested the overhead power line along Highway 16 be shown on the
plat also.
RICK EVANS - ARKANSAS WESTERN GAS
Mr. Evans requested a 15 -foot easement on the west side of the property in
order to serve Phase II. He also requested a 4 -inch conduit under the drive.
Mr. Hennelly explained the paved area on Phase I would be totally destroyed
and rebuilt for Phase II.
ANDY CALLOWAY - SOUTHWESTERN BELL TELEPHONE
Mr. Calloway agreed with other utility representative comments. He also
requested the building setback along the south property line also include a
20 -foot utility easement. He advised that, once service was established to
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the property, all cost for moving the service would be borne by the developer.
He also informed Mr. Hennelly that the telephone company could serve only one
point on the property. He advised the bank needed to contact the telephone
company.
PERRY FRANKLIN - TRAFFIC DIVISION
In response to a question from Mr. Franklin, Mr. Hennelly explained the
pavement width was not uniform because they wanted to keep vehicles from
cutting through the bank property from Salem Road.
Mr. Franklin stated he did not believe reducing the pavement would solve the
problem.
Mr. Hennelly explained the entrance would be to Highway Department
specifications and would remain the same location. He stated they had planned
on narrowing the paving from the entry.
Ms. Little stated staff had discussed making the entry one-way which might
solve the problem. She also asked if street lights were required on Salem
Road.
Mr. Franklin pointed out the areas lights were required.
There was also discussion regarding the distance of the drive from the
intersection.
J. B. TACKETT - POSTAL SERVICE
Mr. Tackett stated they could have either curbside delivery or central
delivery. He requested the mailboxes be located off the highway, suggesting
the entrance from Salem Road.
TIM CONKLIN - PLANNING DIVISION
Mr. Conklin advised the developer would need to modify the parking lot in
order to meet the new parking lot ordinance. He explained there had to be a
5 -foot setback with screening at the front. He suggested the building could
be moved back. He noted the landscaping was not required until 90 days after
the Certificate of Occupancy was issued in order to allow the utilities to
complete all work. He also advised sidewalks would be required on both
Highway 16 and Salem Road.
ALETT LITTLE - CITY PLANNER
Ms. Little expressed concern regarding the entryway to Highway 16. She
pointed out part of the entryway was on the adjacent owner's property. She
explained that, if the adjoining property owner was not developing at the
present time, the bank would have to show the off-site right-of-way. She
stated the City would work with them if they were unable to obtain the
adjoining right-of-way. She also advised they could just curb the west side
of the entry and pave to their property line.
DON BUNN - CITY ENGINEER
Mr. Bunn stated he would prefer to approve only Phase I at this time but, if
the developer wanted approval on both phases, the approval would be for only
one year. He also advised he would need a preliminary grading plan and
drainage plan. He asked that the water service be shown on the plat. He
advised there was a water line easement along the front of the property which
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needed to be shown on the plat. He asked why the right-of-way was only 40
feet instead of 50 feet.
Mr. Hennelly explained there was a drainage ditch at the location.
Mr. Conklin pointed out there was an adjacent 30 acres which would be
developed in the near future.
Ms. Little stated that, in a normal 50 -foot right-of-way, there was 10 feet on
either side for utilities. She pointed out the north side was completely
developed and staff had assumed they would not need 10 feet on that side.
Mr. Bunn advised either the street would have to be constructed or the
developer would have to make a cash contribution toward the construction of
the street. He also pointed out a half street and stated the same conditions
applied to it.
Ms. Little further noted the city had been collecting money to extend Salem
Road to the north to Mt. Comfort Road which included the cost of a bridge.
Mr. Bunn also noted there would need to be a cash contribution for a signal at
the intersection of Salem and Highway 16. He further advised there would also
be a requirement for a cash contribution toward the improvement of the sewer
lift station.
He explained that most of the time water and sewer were extended in dedicated
right-of-ways. He advised there was a possibility the city would ask for an
easement for the water and sewer. He also asked that the nearest fire hydrant
be shown on the plat.
MICKEY JACKSON - FIRE CHIEF
Chief Jackson advised a hydrant would be needed at the southwest corner and
another toward the northern portion of the development.
Ms. Little stated the adjacent property owners needed to be listed on the plat
and notification would have to be made prior to the Subdivision Committee
meeting. She also noted the dumpster location would have to be coordinated
with Cheryl Zotti, Solid Waste Coordinator.
In response to a question from Mr. Bunn, Chief Jackson stated a hydrant would
not be necessary if only Phase I was being built.
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PRELIMINARY PLAT - BOIS D'ARC SUBDIVISION
JULIAN ARCHER - S OF CLEVELAND, E OF SANG
The next item was a preliminary plat for Bois d'Arc Subdivision submitted by
Tom Hennelly, Jorgensen & Associates, on behalf of Julian Archer for property
located south of Cleveland, east of Sang. The property is zoned R-1, Low
Density Residential, and contains 26.54 acres with 19 proposed lots.
DENNIS BURRACK - SWEPCO
Mr. Burrack advised there was existing facilities at the back of Waterman
Woods Subdivision which could be extended to those lots adjacent and then they
would put an underground loop for the remainder.
In response to a question from Mr. Burrack, Mr. Hennelly advised the property
owners association would maintain the entrance to the subdivision.
Mr. Burrack pointed out the north entrance had an easement or part of a
building setback on the east side. He asked if that area was an easement or a
building setback.
Mr. Hennelly explained the setback could be used as a utility easement. He
explained the property owners association planned on planting rows of trees at
the entrance.
Mr. Burrack requested a 20 -foot easement behind the trees. He requested
further easements and crossings.
Ms. Little requested the fire hydrants and street lights be
property lines and shown in the right-of-way.
TIM JOHNSON - WARNER CABLE
Mr. Johnson requested the same easements and
the developer wanted to install cable at the
cost 90 cents a foot. He further noted that,
the time of installation, there needed to be
there was no cable.
MIKE PHIPPS - OZARK ELECTRIC
Mr. Phipps had no comments.
RICK EVANS - ARKANSAS WESTERN GAS
moved off of the
crossings. He advised that, if
time of development, it would
if cable was not installed at
a notation on the plat stating
Mr. Evans requested the same easements plus additional easements and
crossings. He explained the easements would have to be cleared or could snake
through the trees.
ANDY CALLOWAY - SOUTHWESTERN BELL TELEPHONE
Mr. Calloway requested the same easements and crossings. He noted there was
an off-site easement adjacent to lots 18 and 19 and requested the easement be
labeled as an off-site easement.
PERRY FRANKLIN - TRAFFIC DIVISION
Mr. Franklin asked if the street name would remain the same throughout the
subdivision.
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Ms. Little stated she would prefer the street name remain the same throughout.
Mr. Hennelly asked if they would be allowed to have one-way traffic on each
side of the island.
Ms. Little stated she would agree with that but believed the island needed to
be elongated on the end so a motorist would not have a difficult time in
knowing when he was approaching the island.
Mr. Hennelly explained the shape allowed the residents of Lots 5 and 6 a wider
area to turn.
Mr. Franklin suggested a cross -hatch could be painted on the island to alert
motorists. He pointed out there would be only local traffic in the
subdivision.
Mr. Hennelly stated the street snaked through the subdivision at the request
of the developer. He asked the minimum radius.
Mr. Franklin pointed out the design would eliminate any on -street parking.
In response to a question from Mr. Bunn, Mr. Hennelly stated there would be
subdivision covenants.
Mr. Bunn requested the covenants address on -street parking. He further noted
there were some geometrical standards which would have to be met together with
sight distance requirements. He requested Mr. Hennelly check to be sure those
requirements were met by the street design. He explained the existing
subdivision regulations did encourage this type of design.
LISA COX - PARKS DEPARTMENT
Ms. Cox advised the Parks Board had chosen money in lieu of land and the
amount would be $5,700.00.
MICKEY JACKSON - FIRE DEPARTMENT
Chief Jackson had no comments.
J. B. TACKETT - POSTAL SERVICE
Mr. Tackett stated there would be curbside service in the subdivision.
TIM CONKLIN - PLANNING DIVISION
Mr. Conklin requested a covenant that the lots could not be split. He also
requested the right-of-way on Cleveland and Sang be dimensioned from the
centerline.
ALETT LITTLE - CITY PLANNER
Ms. Little pointed out there was another street from the west coming into Sang
(Loren Circle). She requested that street location be shown on the plat.
Mr. Franklin requested the street lights be shown between the curb and the
sidewalk.
Mr. Conklin stated he would need to check as to whether sidewalks were
required on Cleveland and Sang. He also requested a tree preservation plan be
filed prior to the Subdivision Committee meeting.
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DON BUNN - CITY ENGINEER
Mr. Bunn noted the site was fairly steep with approximately a 20% grade near
the top. He advised that individual grading permits were required for any lot
with a 20% grade or greater and a notation to that effect would need to be
shown on those lots on the plat. He further stated a preliminary grading plan
was also required for the entire site and a preliminary drainage report for
the site. He noted there was established drainage on both the south and east
sides of the tract. He advised he did not want a drainage ditch at the back
which would interfere with utilities and adjoining lots. He went on to say
that, on the street plans, the developer might have to dedicate more than 50
feet of right-of-way to accommodate some back slopes. He also reminded the
developer the water and sewer lines needed to be put in at sufficient depth on
the slopes so that driveways, etc. would not interfere with the lines.
Ms. Little stated the city had adopted a policy that the entire right-of-way
had to be at grade.
Mr. Bunn further noted the developer would need to construct one-half of Sang
Street to city street standards. He stated he believed Cleveland Street
already met city street standards. He also advised the developer would need
to be sure he met the off -set requirements for Loren Circle and the proposed
street within the subject subdivision.
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PRELIMINARY PLAT - SUNBRIDGE EAST
U OF A FOUNDATION, INC. - W OF VILLA BLVD., N OF TOWNSHIP
The next item was a preliminary plat for Sunbridge East submitted by Tom
Hennelly, Jorgensen & Associates, on behalf of U of A Foundation, Inc. for
property located west of Villa Boulevard, north of Township. The property
contains 13.09 acres and is zoned C-1, Neighborhood Commercial.
Ms. Little noted the sidewalks would need to be 5 feet in width since the
property was zoned commercially.
DENNIS BURRACK - SWEPCO
Mr. Burrack stated they had overhead facilities going down Villa Boulevard and
underground facilities north of the subject tract.
Mr. Calloway stated that, when Lakeside Village was approved, the utility
companies had been assured there would be a 20 -foot utility easement from
Villa Boulevard over to Lakeside Village. He advised that had never been done
and had to be done. He explained there was already a major cable in place.
He stated he would not accept the subject plat until that easement had been
granted. He went on to say there was still a gap between the subject tract
and the Lakeside Village property.
Ms. Little pointed out it was a common land owner and the easement should be
acquired as an off-site easement as a part of the subject plat.
Mr. Burrack agreed with Mr. Calloway and stated SWEPCO also had an existing
line across the property. He also asked for a 20 -foot easement from Villa
along the north side of lot 5.
In response to a question from Mr. Burrack, Mr. Franklin stated the street
lights needed to be placed in the right-of-way. He advised that, along Villa
Boulevard, street lights needed to be placed every 300 feet.
Mr. Burrack inquired as to what type of electrical service would be required.
Ms. Little responded it was zoned C-1.
Mr. Burrack stated he would need to be contacted regarding what type of
electrical needs would be required. He also requested a 10 -foot easement
between Lots 3 and 4.
TIM JOHNSON - WARNER CABLE
Mr. Johnson also requested the 10 -foot easement between Lots 3 and 4.
RICK EVANS - ARKANSAS WESTERN GAS
Mr. Evans requested the 10 -foot easement between 3 and 4 and an additional 15
to 20 feet easement parallel to Sunbridge Boulevard. Additionally, he stated
he would like for the plat to reflect the off-site connecting easements.
ANDY CALLOWAY - SOUTHWESTERN BELL
Mr. Calloway requested the same easements and a crossing at the entrance of
Villa and a 4 -inch crossing from the easement between Lots 1 and 2 over to Lot
3.
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MICKEY JACKSON - FIRE CHIEF
After discussion regarding the location of the fire hydrant at the west end of
the east -west street, Mr. Jackson requested the hydrant be moved to the front
of Lot 2 to align with the water line easement on the side of Lots 3 and 4.
J. B. TACKETT - POSTAL SERVICE
Mr. Tackett advised there would be curbside delivery but he did not know which
side of the street the boxes needed to be placed at this time.
DON BUNN - ENGINEERING
Mr. Bunn requested a drainage plan to reflect a tie in with Villa.
TIM CONKLIN - PLANNING
Mr. Conklin stated the Plat Review Committee would be compiling a checklist
for engineers to make sure all the necessary information was provided on a
timely basis.
Mr. Conklin requested an easement plat for the Subdivision Committee.
ALETT LITTLE - PLANNING
Ms. Little stated the zoning map showed the property zoned as R -O. Further
she stated the width of the sidewalks were based on the zone. She requested
the name of the owner/developer, the president, the vice president, and
secretary be shown on the plat.
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PRELIMINARY PLAT - HERITAGE VILLAGE
RICHARD BDNDRICK - N OF WEDINGTON, W OF 51ST
The next item was a preliminary plat for Heritage Village submitted by Greg
Bone, DCI Development, on behalf of Richard Bundrick for property located
north of Wedington, west of 51st Street. The property is zoned R-1.5,
Moderate Density Residential, and contains 46.18 acres with 101 single family
lots.
ALETT LITTLE - PLANNING
Ms. Little requested the right of way dimensions on the plat. Further she
requested a 50 -foot right-of-way from the center of Highway 65, a 22 -foot
street width, and one way alley widths at 14 feet with turning radii.
Additionally she asked Mr. Bone to contact Ms. Cheryl Zotti. Further she
stated the non -conforming street width would need to be addressed by the
Planning Commission.
TIM JOHNSON - WARNER CABLE
Mr. Johnson requested the same crossings as electrical service. He stated his
concern regarding the encroachment of the alley way and requested a green
space.
Mr. Bone stated he would provide a 10 foot easement on each side of the alley
right of way.
ALETT LITTLE - PLANNING
Discussion ensued regarding dedication of public right of way in the alley.
Ms. Little stated that Lots 9 through 24, 25 through 34, 1 through 8, 56
through 60, 55 through 42, and 35 through 41 were the Lots without alley
service.
ANDY CALLOWAY - SOUTHWESTERN BELL
Mr. Calloway requested a 20 foot easement running north and south between Lots
9 and 10 and between Lots 7 and 8 and four 4 inch diameter crossings between
Lots 8 and 9 and an additional crossing off Highway 16. Further, he expressed
objection to having utility access under a paved alley way.
Mr. Bone stated that he would provide a 10 feet easement on either side of the
alley right of way.
Discussion ensued regarding green space between the Lot lines and regarding
plans for driveway locations and a provision for utility easement protection
under Covenants.
ANDY CALLOWAY - SOUTHWESTERN BELL
Mr. Calloway requested a one inch crossing and further requested the plat
reflect the units be designated at single family.
DON BUNN - ENGINEERING
Mr. Bunn recommended a 20 foot utility easement be shown on one side of the
driveway or the other.
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Utility representatives requested a 2 inch crossing on every other lot line.
Discussion ensued regarding required crossings and location of utility on one
side of the alley and sewer on the other.
Mr. Bunn recommended that Randy Allen be consulted regarding the alleys. He
stated the sewer/water easements could go through the centerline of the alley.
Discussion ensued regarding street light locations being moved from the back
to the front of Lots 65, 66, 45 and 48, 85 and 86, 61 and 62, 22 and 23, 16
and 17 and a request was made for a 5 feet utility easement on designated lot
lines.
TIM JOHNSON - WARNER CABLE
Mr. Johnson inquired as to whether the project would require cable service and
further stated that they could go in with the other utilities.
MICKEY JACKSON - FIRE CHIEF
Mr. Jackson required that hydrants be located at Lots 4 and 5, Lots 12 and 13,
Lots 18 and 19, Lot 24, Lot 42, Lot 75 and 76, and Lot 91. Further he stated
the subdivision would feed off an 8 inch line and 6 inch lines would be
required on both streets.
LISA COX - PARKS
Ms. Cox stated that fees had been worked out in all phases.
DON BUNN - ENGINEERING
Discussion ensued regarding street lights at the entrance and Mr. Bunn
required one on the lot line at 28 and 29, Lot 16 and 17, Lot 28 and 29.
SWEPCO required 3 inch DPC under the intersection.
Discussion ensued regarding street extensions and the Master Street Plan. Mr.
Bunn required a temporary turnaround with a provision that, if the street was
not extended within a two year period, a permanent cul-de-sac and street light
would be constructed.
ALETT LITTLE - PLANNING
Ms. Little required street names be shown by the Subdivision Committee meeting
and further stated the names should be included before Plat Review.
J. R. TACKETT - POST OFFICE
Mr. Tackett advised the subdivision would have curb side service
TIM CONKLIN - PLANNING
Mr. Conklin stated the Planning Commission would probably require additional
egress from the subdivision. Further, he stated a sidewalk would need to be
provided along the highway.
ALETT LITTLE - PLANNING
Ms. Little stated staff had been informed of the location of a chicken
disposal pit on the site.
Mr. Bundrick stated those areas would be dug up and carcasses composted or
incinerated and the dumps would be filled.
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Ms. Little stated the City would not assume liability for the disposal of the
pit or dump but would require that the proper assurances be given.
DON BUNN - ENGINEERING
Mr. Bunn required a preliminary grading plan, preliminary drainage plan and a
final grading and drainage plan. Further he required a $100 fee per lot for
improvements to the lift station due at the time of the Final Plat.
Additionally he stated the street width and alleys would need to be approved
by the Planning Commission.
Mr. Bundrick stated they would provide a 30 foot turning radius.
Mr. Bunn requested a full size cul-de-sac with a 50 feet radius. He also
requested barriers in lieu of cul-de-sacs. Discussion ensued and Mr. Bunn
advised Randy Allen needed to be contacted to determine the type of required
barrier. Further he expressed his concern regarding the street and alley
widths.
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VACATION OF ALLEYWAY & UTILITY EASEMENTS - SIGMA CHI FRATERNITY
SIGMA CHI BLDG. CORPORATION - N OF MAPLE, W OF GREGG
The next item was review of a request to vacate an alleyway and move the
utility easements submitted by Mel Milholland on behalf of Sigma Chi. The
request was for the alleyway north of Maple and west of Gregg Streets.
ALETT LITTLE - CITY PLANNING
Ms. Little stated an easement vacation was needed and further that the land
would eventually be deeded to the University.
RICK EVANS - ARKANSAS WESTERN GAS
Mr. Evans requested the easement be brought to grade and asked about the
removal of the two story frame house. Further he requested a 20 foot easement
along Gregg Avenue and Maple.
Other utility representatives requested the same easements and a junction
point.
ALETT LITTLE - PLANNING
Discussion ensued as to the legal aspects of transferring the property to the
University of Arkansas and whether or not utility service would be allowed.
Further Ms. Little stated that, if the University had title to the property,
the buildings would not have to meet setbacks.
DON BUNN - ENGINEERING
Discussion ensued regarding service to the existing multistory brick building
and how this would affect the service plan.
Ms. Little further inquired if the title transfer of the property would occur
before or after construction of the building. She requested a letter be
written regarding when the property would be transferred to the university.
She pointed out the proposal did not meet the Parking Lot Ordinance or
building setback requirements. Discussion ensued regarding whether or not
Maple Street and Gregg Street would be widened causing a problem with
setbacks.
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PRELIMINARY PLAT - SALEM VILLAGE, A P.U.D.
ROBERT WHITFIELD - N OF MT. COMFORT, W OF SALEM
The next item was a preliminary plat for Salem village submitted by Bill
Rudasill on behalf of Robert Whitfield for property located north of Mt.
Comfort, west of Salem Road. The property is zoned R-1, Low Density
Residential, and contains 40 acres with 111 proposed single family units.
MIKE PHIPPS - OZARK ELECTRIC
Mr. Phipps requested the same easements asked for by other utility
representatives..
ALETT LITTLE - PLANNING
Ms. Little stated the project was a planned unit development and explained the
utilities would need to know which types of structures would be constructed on
the lots designating common walls. Further, she stated it would all be
developed as single family with no duplexes but that there was a possibility
of townhouses. She also explained the staff required that the three streets
entering from Salem Road and the oval entrance would need to be dedicated as
public streets all the way to the intersection with the designated flood way
and public street to the west. Additionally, instead of a public street from
the other side of the "U" to the east, the staff required a public street off
Salem Road at Lot 7 which would provide two ways into the subdivision. She
noted Salem Road was a county road and the 30 foot right-of-way from the
centerline would need to be maintained. She also noted improvements to Salem
Road included curb, paving and drainage.
Ms. Little stated the Master Street Plan showed a minor arterial on the west
property line.
Mr. Whitfield stated he would contact Brad White regarding the dedication of a
50 foot strip.
Ms. Little also explained a request for wetland determination had been
requested from the Corps of Engineers. She also pointed out there was another
public street to the north and west of the village center.
Mr. Rudasill inquired if the street width could be 24 feet and Ms. Little
stated that would be determined at the Planning Commission meeting.
TIM JOHNSON - WARNER CABLE
Mr. Johnson required a 20 feet easement along Salem Road and the same
crossings required by telephone. He stated it would 90 cents a foot if they
were to go in at the time of development.
ANDY CALLOWAY - SOUTHWESTERN BELL
Mr. Calloway inquired as to the reasoning for nonaccess to the adjacent
properties. Further, he required a 20 feet perimeter easement and 38 feet
alley with 18 feet dedicated as utility easement on behind each lot.
Mr. Whitfield stated they had discussed not building alleys until a block was
completed. Discussion ensued regarding driveways and utility easements. Mr.
Calloway required conduit across the alley at every other lot line.
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Plat Review Meeting
March 9, 1995
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ALETT LITTLE - PLANNING
Ms. Little stated Mr. Whitfield would need to get with the utilities to work
out the issues
Mr. Whitfield stated on other projects the telephone company had left the
cable and his electricians had run it in the open trenches. He went on to say
he would agree to installation of the utilities before any of the houses would
be constructed.
The meeting adjourned at 12:20 p.m.