Recommended for approval
by the Planning Commission
RECOMMEND that Knox County Commission approve OS (Open Space) zoning consistent with the current sector plan.
See case notes below
Rezoning
11-G-08-RZ
Recommended for approval
See case notes below
Request
Property Info
Case Notes
What's next?
Applicant Request
− +- Zoning
- Current
A (Agricultural)
RequestedOS (Open Space)
Because of its location in the County, refer to the land use classification table in the East County Sector Plan.
- Land Use
- Current
Vacant land
ProposedCampground, hunting preserve and equestrian trails
Property Information
− +Location
Size
Sector
Growth Plan
South side Thorn Grove Pike, west side Smith School Rd., north side I-40
Commission District 8
Census Tract 53
Size
82.60 acres
Sector
East County
Land Use Designation? Agricultural / Rural Residential
Currently on the Property
Vacant land
Growth Plan
Rural Area
- Utilities
- Sewer
N/A
WaterKnoxville Utilities Board
Case Notes
− +Staff Recommendation
RECOMMEND that County Commission APPROVE OS (Open Space) zoning.OS zoning is an appropriate zone for this site, which has some topographic constraints, as well as water features that could limit the development potential for low density residential uses. These same physical features of the land make it a desirable site to establish recreational open space uses.
Disposition Summary
RECOMMEND that Knox County Commission approve OS (Open Space) zoning consistent with the current sector plan.What's next?
− +After the Planning Commission
This Rezoning case in the County was recommended for approval. The appeal deadline - December 13, 2008 has passed.
Applicant
