Housing density changes on Xavier Street and Jacobs Avenue
Fort Smith
Summary
A 12-unit townhouse project won approval next to an existing apartment complex, but the neighboring owner from Shreveport argued the notice for the neighborhood meeting was late and the units are too narrow and deep for the 0.82-acre lot. Commissioners added conditions for wider awnings and privacy screens.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
Future townhouse residents within walking distance of Bonneville Elementary and the mall.
The adjacent apartment owner raised concerns about construction disruption, parking incursion, and the appearance of the rear facade.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustment - Regular Meeting - Jun 9, 2026
Two variances will let the Nga Lam H Family Trust split lots and build duplexes on Jacobs Avenue. One passed 6-3 after commissioners debated whether a duplex behind an existing house fits the neighborhood and whether a leftover door creates hazards.
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustment - Regular Meeting - Apr 14, 2026
Two duplexes are planned on undersized lots at 4720 North 32nd Street and 3210 Willow Street; the lot-size variances and development plan each drew two no votes, the only dissent of the meeting.
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustment - Regular Meeting - Jan 13, 2026
A 12-unit townhouse project won approval next to an existing apartment complex, but the neighboring owner from Shreveport argued the notice for the neighborhood meeting was late and the units are too narrow and deep for the 0.82-acre lot. Commissioners added conditions for wider awnings and privacy screens.
Related development
We'll email you when it's on an upcoming agenda and when it's voted on, at most once a day.
The weekly brief for Fort Smith
What the council decided, in plain English — one email a week.
Free. Unsubscribe with one click any time. We never sell your email.