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Commission grants variances and approves large‑scale site plan for Maverik convenience store with fuel pumps
Summary
Planning commissioners approved two variances and the large‑scale development plan for a 5,981‑square‑foot Maverik convenience store with multiple fuel pumps at Wagon Wheel and N 405th Street, subject to staff comments and engineering conditions.
The Planning Commission approved a large‑scale development and two variances for a proposed Maverik convenience store and fueling station at the northwest corner of Wagon Wheel and North 405th Street. The project includes a 5,981‑square‑foot store, six fuel pumps and four high‑flow diesel pumps; the site is roughly 4.56 acres.
Engineering supported a variance reducing the drive separation from the minimum 20 feet to approximately 12.92 feet where doing so aligns the drive with an existing curb line and improves safety. Planning supported the variance for entry landscaping with the applicant relocating required foundation landscaping to the southwest portion of the site. Engineering requested a temporary construction or drainage easement from the Arkansas Department of Transportation for an existing crossing or, alternatively, shortening an outlet pipe to remain on site. The developer confirmed no overnight truck parking is proposed.
Commissioners approved both variances (vote recorded as unanimous) and then approved the large‑scale development subject to staff comments by an 8‑0 vote. Staff will require the applicant to provide foundation landscaping, confirm parking counts, submit structural and drainage details and comply with ADA and loading‑zone requirements before building permits are issued.
Why this matters: the store and fuel facility sit on a heavily traveled intersection; engineering and planning comments are intended to reduce safety risks at vehicle entrances and ensure the site meets landscaping and pedestrian standards while allowing project function and fueling operations.
Next steps: the applicant will provide revised landscaping plans and drainage easements or outlet adjustments and coordinate final engineering submittals prior to grading and permit issuance; staff will file appropriate approvals and conditions for permit checks.
