USA, AR: Crisis Brewing Co. to expand following Planning Commission's approval

Crisis Brewing Co. will be expanding following the Planning Commission's approval on May 12, Arkansas Online reported.

Crisis Brewing, located at 210 Nelson Hackett Blvd., Fayetteville requested approval of a large-scale development of a more than 16,000-square-foot, two-story brewery and restaurant.

A conditional use permit for an additional parking lot on South College Avenue was proposed with the development. The lot would be available for Crisis Brewing customers as well as to the general public.

The property is about 1.3 acres and contains the current brewery, a duplex and a single-family house.

The duplex, built prior to 1908, may be eligible for the Arkansas Register of Historic Places. The developer will work with the city to document the structure before demolition, according to the staff report.

Four members of the public spoke in favor of the development, saying Crisis Brewing has always created a strong sense of community.

No one spoke against the development.

Commissioner Nick Castin spoke in support of Crisis Brewing and the development, but stated he has concerns about removing housing.

"Big fan of Crisis as well, and I think it's a great improvement," Castin said. "You know, I have slight qualms about demolishing existing homes for a parking lot, especially when you don't have commercial parking minimums. That said, one of the things about having a commercial parking is that it allows the business owner or land owner to make a decision about their own parking needs, so I do respect that."

The commission approved both items unanimously.

The Planning Commission's next meeting will be at 5:30 p.m. May 27 at City Hall.

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