New Townhome Development Proposed for Town Vu Road with Waiver Requests
BENTONVILLE, Ark. – A new townhome development spanning 25 acres on Town Vu Road is moving forward, pending Planning Commission approval. The project, spearheaded by Halff Associates and Aadhira Properties LLC, aims to construct 38 townhome units in two phases.
The March 4, 2025 Planning Commission agenda includes a review of several waiver requests submitted by the developer. The property, currently zoned R-2 (Medium Density Two-Family and Townhome Residential), is designated as Neighborhood Center in the city's Future Land Use Map.
Project Details
Total structures: 7 buildings with a mix of 6-unit and 4-unit townhomes.
Parking: Exceeds city requirements, providing 72 spaces (minimum required: 48).
Access: Direct access to Town Vu Road and Southwest Taterblack Road.
Phases:
Phase 1: 6 structures completed.
Phase 2: Final 6-unit structure developed.
Design: Articulated facades at unit and floor levels for enhanced aesthetics.
Waiver Requests & City Considerations
The developer has requested three waivers from city ordinances, sparking a discussion on infrastructure and public amenities:
Sidewalk Requirements (Section 1100.15 d) – The developer proposes deferring sidewalk construction to Phase 2 of the subdivision plan.
Residential Tree Planting Requirements (Section 1400.10 a) – The applicant suggests planting trees later in the development process to meet city code requirements.
Street Widening Standards (Section 100.16 c) – The developer is seeking an exemption from widening the street along non-buildable lots on Town Vu Road, instead proposing street improvements along Tater Black Road and portions of Town Vu Road with direct townhome frontage.
Community & Infrastructure Impact
Traffic Impact: Increased density may add pressure to Town Vu Road, though street improvements are planned for Phase 2.
Neighborhood Fit: The development is surrounded by low-density residential areas to the west, south, and east, with agriculture and medium-high density multifamily zones to the north.
City Planning Alignment: Bentonville’s Community Plan encourages development in Priority Area 3 (Edge Growth), where projects near existing infrastructure are prioritized.
