The owner of David’s Burgers has withdrawn his application to build a slaughterhouse in North Little Rock’s Dark Hollow area, following public outcry. The proposal faced opposition due to concerns about the environmental impact, smells, and noise associated with a slaughterhouse being located in a residential neighborhood. Despite modifying the application to include a barn for livestock storage, the owner decided to withdraw the application as the city could not amend it. North Little Rock Mayor Terry Hartwick stated that the proposal would likely not pass, and he would veto it if it did. The area where the slaughterhouse was planned to be located has an I-2 zoning designation, which requires special use approval for a slaughterhouse to be built.
In response to criticisms, the owner emphasized that the operation would be small compared to larger plants and would focus on high-quality products controlled by the company. Despite the setback, the owner expressed pride in the opportunity to process local beef and supply their restaurants with fresh, locally sourced products. The owner is considering whether to submit a new application or look for an alternative location for the project. The public reaction to the proposal highlights the community’s concerns about the location of industrial facilities near residential areas and the need for thorough public consultation in such decisions.
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