Subdivision

Concept Plan

11-SB-06-C

Recommended for approval
by the Planning Commission

APPROVE variances 1-3 because the site's topography restricts compliance with the Subdivision Regulations, and the proposed variances will not create a traffic hazard.
APPROVE the Concept Plan subject to 9 conditions:


See case notes below

Details

Request

Property Info

Case Notes

What's next?

Details of Action

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1. Connection to sanitary sewer and meeting any other relevant requirements of the Knox County Health Department.
2. Provision of street names that are consistent with the Uniform Street Naming and Addressing System within Knox County (Ord 91-1-102).
3. Placing a note on the final plat that all structures will have to be located at least 50' from the top of the sinkholes (closed contour area) identified on the plat. Construction within the 50' setback may be permitted if a geotechnical study prepared by a registered engineer states that building within the 50' sinkhole buffer is acceptable and the study is approved by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works. Construction is not permitted within the hatchered contour area of the sinkhole. Engineered footings may be required for any structures within the 50' sinkhole buffer. Note #10 must be revised to designate Lots 30-32 and 37-39.
4. Meeting all applicable requirements and obtaining all required permits from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation for any alteration to the sinkholes.
5. The final design of the intersections of Road "Z" with Road "X" is subject to approval by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works at the design plan stage of the subdivision.
6. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
7. Prior to certification of the final plat for the subdivision, establishing a property owners association that will be responsible for maintenance of the common area and all amenities, and compliance with the tree protection condition of the rezoning approval.
8. Meeting all requirements of the approved use on review development plan.
9. A final plat based on this concept plan will not be accepted for review by MPC until certification of design plan has been submitted to MPC staff.

Applicant Request

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Subdivision
Covered Bridge
Lots
51 (Split)
Proposed Density
1.7 du/ac
Residential?
Yes - SF

Variances

1. Horizontal curve variance on Road X at STA 3+00, from 250' to 225'.
2. Horizontal curve variance on Road X at STA 9+00, from 250' to 170'.
3. Horizontal curve variance on Road X at STA 18+00, from 250' to 180'.


Property Information

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Location
Northwest side of Hickory Creek Rd., west of E. Gallaher Ferry Rd.

Commission District 6
Census Tract 59.02


Size
30.01 acres

Sector
Northwest County

Currently on the Property
Vacant land

Growth Plan
Rural Area

Case Notes

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Staff Recommendation
APPROVE variances 1-3 because the site's topography restricts compliance with the Subdivision Regulations, and the proposed variances will not create a traffic hazard.

APPROVE the Concept Plan subject to 9 conditions:

1. Connection to sanitary sewer and meeting any other relevant requirements of the Knox County Health Department.
2. Provision of street names that are consistent with the Uniform Street Naming and Addressing System within Knox County (Ord 91-1-102).
3. Placing a note on the final plat that all structures will have to be located at least 50' from the top of the sinkholes (closed contour area) identified on the plat. Construction within the 50' setback may be permitted if a geotechnical study prepared by a registered engineer states that building within the 50' sinkhole buffer is acceptable and the study is approved by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works. Construction is not permitted within the hatchered contour area of the sinkhole. Engineered footings may be required for any structures within the 50' sinkhole buffer. Note #10 must be revised to designate Lots 30-32 and 37-39.
4. Meeting all applicable requirements and obtaining all required permits from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation for any alteration to the sinkholes.
5. The final design of the intersections of Road "Z" with Road "X" is subject to approval by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works at the design plan stage of the subdivision.
6. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
7. Prior to certification of the final plat for the subdivision, establishing a property owners association that will be responsible for maintenance of the common area and all amenities, and compliance with the tree protection condition of the rezoning approval.
8. Meeting all requirements of the approved use on review development plan.
9. A final plat based on this concept plan will not be accepted for review by MPC until certification of design plan has been submitted to MPC staff.
Disposition Summary
APPROVE variances 1-3 because the site's topography restricts compliance with the Subdivision Regulations, and the proposed variances will not create a traffic hazard.
APPROVE the Concept Plan subject to 9 conditions:

Details of Action
1. Connection to sanitary sewer and meeting any other relevant requirements of the Knox County Health Department.
2. Provision of street names that are consistent with the Uniform Street Naming and Addressing System within Knox County (Ord 91-1-102).
3. Placing a note on the final plat that all structures will have to be located at least 50' from the top of the sinkholes (closed contour area) identified on the plat. Construction within the 50' setback may be permitted if a geotechnical study prepared by a registered engineer states that building within the 50' sinkhole buffer is acceptable and the study is approved by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works. Construction is not permitted within the hatchered contour area of the sinkhole. Engineered footings may be required for any structures within the 50' sinkhole buffer. Note #10 must be revised to designate Lots 30-32 and 37-39.
4. Meeting all applicable requirements and obtaining all required permits from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation for any alteration to the sinkholes.
5. The final design of the intersections of Road "Z" with Road "X" is subject to approval by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works at the design plan stage of the subdivision.
6. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
7. Prior to certification of the final plat for the subdivision, establishing a property owners association that will be responsible for maintenance of the common area and all amenities, and compliance with the tree protection condition of the rezoning approval.
8. Meeting all requirements of the approved use on review development plan.
9. A final plat based on this concept plan will not be accepted for review by MPC until certification of design plan has been submitted to MPC staff.

What's next?

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After the Planning Commission
Because of its location in the County, appeals will be heard by Knox County Chancery Court.
Appeals of Concept Plans and Final Plats are filed with Chancery CourtThe Process
Applicant

Covered Bridge

Cornerstone Development Group


Case History