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Minutes for the City Council meeting on November 15, 1999
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APPEAL HEARING - 6:10 P.M. - Regarding denial by the Metropolitan Area Planning Commission to rezone property from Residential R-1 to Industrial I-1, located at Rook Road and Richardson Road. Attorney Scott Emerson represented several residents who where in opposition to the rezoning. Mr. Emerson explained that the Metropolitan Area Planning Commission denied the request by a seven to zero vote for reasons of spot zoning, because the area was annexed in and is surrounded by R-1 zoning. He stated it was their understanding that mini storage buildings would be built there and expressed concern over the possible operation of flea markets out of the mini storage buildings. He stated this would devaluate property values, and cause an increase in crime. Another concern was safety regarding a railroad crossing in which the view would be blocked by the mini storage structure. In response, Attorney Arlon Woodruff representing Mr. and Mrs. Rick Turman, handed out a packet containing pictures of the area, a plat showing nearby zoning, and other information. He stated the property is surrounded by different types of Commercial and Industrial zoning and the owner of residential property to the east and north-east had no opposition to the Industrial zoning request. Attorney Woodruff stated the property in question is in a flood zone area and is not conducive to residential zoning. With regard to safety, Mr. Woodruff stated the Turman’s would comply with all set back regulations as required by City Code. He stated property values will likely increase if zoned Industrial rather than Residential.
PUBLIC HEARING - 6:25 P.M. - A public hearing was conducted as requested by Mr. Jack Poling, for the purpose of vacating and abandoning Gold Coast Drive located in the Outback 2nd Addition. No opposition was voiced.
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - November 15, 1999
The Jonesboro City Council met Monday, November 15, 1999, ...
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