City of Greenland Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
Date: September 2, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: 170 North Letitia, Greenland, AR 72701

Members Present:

Dan Cypert, Charlotte Carnes, Hunter Collins, Colbi Johnson, Brenda Reynolds, Bill Yoes
Call to Order:

The meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by Brenda Reynolds

1. Public Hearing: Igelhart, 10006 N. Campbell Road – Lot Split and Variance

Presentation by Applicant:

Mr. Igelhart presented a request regarding his 2.5-acre property containing a house
and shop. He proposed splitting the property into two lots: one with the residence
and one with the shop. A variance is required due to the proposed 14.5’ setback
from the shop to the property line, where 15’ is normally required.

Background:

The property was originally located in the county and later annexed into the city as
Light Industrial (annexation, Spring 2024). There may be some issues regarding the
last annexation zoning, but for now, Planning must consider the parcels as they are
currently zoned, which is C-2The northern lot is intended for commercial use, the
southern parcel’s residential use would be grandfathered.

Discussion:

The applicant did not receive the full packet in time to notify adjacent property
owners. Applicant & surveyor only received the actual applications.
Chair noted the need to update GIS mapping so that the GIS and planning
maps are not providing conflicting information.

Stormy Swinson asked about the notification radius. Chair clarified that
notifications must be sent within 300 feet of the property line.

PC discussion about publication notice given, signs posted, so notice was
provided except for the certified letters, which was not the applicant’s fault.

Action:

Motion by Collins to approve the lot split and variance request, contingent on the
applicant obtaining adjoining property owner signatures. Seconded by Johnson.
Vote: 5–0, motion carried.

2. Annexation Zoning

The Commission discussed prior code revisions, noting that Carole Jones, City
Engineer, drafted the last updates.

Recommendation: Johnson suggested requesting the City Engineer to draft a new A1 Residential Agricultural Zone, using Springdale’s A-1 standards as a guideline.

Action: Commission agreed to request City Council authorization for the City
Engineer to prepare the draft.

3. Public Comments

Monty Scott:

Raised concerns regarding longstanding drainage issues on W. Barrett Lane,
first brought before City Council approximately 20 years ago.

Stated he previously spoke with the Mayor about building an office with living
quarters for his son, who is his caretaker. The Mayor suggested a variance
might be possible but has not followed up.

Planning staff advised that connecting the buildings with a breezeway would
comply with regulations, but due to drainage issues, Mr. Scott cannot
construct one. Staff further advised that a breezeway is not necessary if the
new structure is used for his business.

Commission Discussion:

Mr. Cypert noted that city code regarding C-1 and C-2 zoning currently emphasizes
generating sales tax revenue. He recommended consideration of code updates to
reflect the value of non-sales tax businesses (e.g., banks, daycares) that still benefit
the city. Discussion about limited developable land, best use, agreed “benefit the
sales tax base” would still be the standard and Code could be reviewed again after
substantial growth/development has occurred.

Adjournment:
Motion to adjourn by Johnson, seconded by Carnes. Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 7:21 PM.