Subdivision

Concept Plan

1-SB-05-C

Approved
by the Planning Commission

APPROVE variances 1-5 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 12 conditions


See case notes below

Details

Request

Property Info

Case Notes

What's next?

Details of Action

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1. (Modified by MPC) Providing a second access into the subdivision from Jim Sterchi Rd. A revised Concept Plan shall be submitted to MPC staff for approval (prior to Design Plan approval) showing the connection to Jim Sterchi Rd., including the required 30' to centerline right-of-way dedication along Jim Sterchi Rd. and the 60' right-of-way dedication for the realignment of Jim Sterchi Rd. at Dry Gap Pike. (This alignment and right-of-way dedication was included on an earlier submission that was before the MPC.)
2. No more than 150 building permits being issued for dwellings in this subdivision until the street connection to Jim Sterchi Rd. is approved and completed.
3. Connection to sanitary sewer and meeting any other relevant requirements of the Knox County Health Department.
4. Provision of a street names which are consistent with the Uniform Street Naming and Addressing System within Knoxville (City Ord. 0-280-90).
5. (Modified by MPC) Contributing 10% of the total cost (not to exceed $7500.00) of the signalization of the intersection of Dry Gap Pike and Central Avenue Pike. Payment shall be made prior to any final plat approval for this subdivision.
6. Constructing the turn lane improvements at the Dry Gap Pike entrance to the subdivision as identified in the Traffic Impact Study of April 2005 prepared by Wilbur Smith Associates. The design details for the turn lane shall be submitted for review and approval at the design plan stage of the subdivision.
(MPC deleted Staff conditions 7, 8 & 10.)
7. (Modified by MPC) Prior to final plat approval, establishing a greenway easement to the northwest corner of the subdivision (as shown on the approved Concept Plan) if required by the Knox County Greenways Coordinator.
8. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knoxville Engineering Division.
9. Place a note on the final plat that all lots will have access only to the internal street system.
10. Prior to certification of the final plat for the subdivision, establishing a property owners association that will be responsible for maintenance of all common areas and amenities.
11. Meeting all requirements of the approved use on review development plan.
12. A final plat application based on this concept plan will not be accepted for review by the MPC until certification of design plan approval has been submitted to the MPC staff.

Applicant Request

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Subdivision
Stratford Park
Lots
196 (Split)
Proposed Density
2.69 du/ac

Variances

1. Reduction of right-of-way transition radius at the intersection of Road C and Dry Gap Pike, from 25' to 0'.
Vertical curve variance on Jim Sterchi Rd. at station 0+70, from 146.75' to 100'.
2. Vertical curve variance on Road G at station 4+50, from 125' to 75'.
3. Horizontal curve variance on Road C at station 9+50, from 250' to 175'.
4. Horizontal curve variance on Road E at station 7+00, from 250' to 175'.
5. Broken back curve tangent variance on Road C from 150' to 146'.


Property Information

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Location
West side of Dry Gap Pike and Jim Sterchi Rd., north of Haynes Sterchi Rd.

Council District 5


Size
72.99 acres

Sector
North City

Currently on the Property
Vacant land

Growth Plan
Urban Growth Area (Inside City Limits)

Case Notes

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Staff Recommendation
APPROVE variances 1-5 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 15 conditions

1. Providing a second access into the subdivision from Jim Sterchi Rd. A revised concept plan will be required addressing the connection and any off site street improvements that will be required of the applicant.
2. No more than 150 building permits being issued for dwellings in this subdivision until the street connection to Jim Sterchi Rd. is approved and completed.
3. Connection to sanitary sewer and meeting any other relevant requirements of the Knox County Health Department.
4. Provision of a street names which are consistent with the Uniform Street Naming and Addressing System within Knoxville (City Ord. 0-280-90).
5. Contributing 10% of the total cost of the signalization of the intersection of Dry Gap Pike and Central Avenue Pike. Payment shall be made prior to any final plat approval for this subdivision.
6. Constructing the turn lane improvements at the Dry Gap Pike entrance to the subdivision as identified in the Traffic Impact Study of April 2005 prepared by Wilbur Smith Associates. The design details for the turn lane shall be submitted for review and approval at the design plan stage of the subdivision.
7. Providing a sidewalk extension to Jim Sterchi Rd. with a sidewalk/greenway path to be provided along the property frontage of Jim Sterchi Rd. with a connection to the existing County greenway located just north of the property on the east side of Jim Sterchi Rd. The sidewalks within the subdivision and the sidewalk/greenway along Jim Sterchi Rd. shall meet the design standards of the Knoxville Engineering Division.
8. Prior to final plat approval, establishing a greenway easement across the property frontage along Jim Sterchi Rd. as may be required by the Knoxville Greenways Coordinator and the Knoxville Engineering Division.
9. Prior to final plat approval, establishing a greenway easement to the northwest corner of the subdivision as may be required by the Knox County Greenways Coordinator.
10. If required, detailed plans for the connection of the existing Nature Ln. to the entrance road shall worked out at the design plan stage of the subdivision.
11. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knoxville Engineering Division.
12. Place a note on the final plat that all lots will have access only to the internal street system.
13. Prior to certification of the final plat for the subdivision, establishing a property owners association that will be responsible for maintenance of all common areas and amenities.
14. Meeting all requirements of the approved use on review development plan.
15. A final plat application based on this concept plan will not be accepted for review by the MPC until certification of design plan approval has been submitted to the MPC staff.
Disposition Summary
APPROVE variances 1-5 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 12 conditions

Details of Action
1. (Modified by MPC) Providing a second access into the subdivision from Jim Sterchi Rd. A revised Concept Plan shall be submitted to MPC staff for approval (prior to Design Plan approval) showing the connection to Jim Sterchi Rd., including the required 30' to centerline right-of-way dedication along Jim Sterchi Rd. and the 60' right-of-way dedication for the realignment of Jim Sterchi Rd. at Dry Gap Pike. (This alignment and right-of-way dedication was included on an earlier submission that was before the MPC.)
2. No more than 150 building permits being issued for dwellings in this subdivision until the street connection to Jim Sterchi Rd. is approved and completed.
3. Connection to sanitary sewer and meeting any other relevant requirements of the Knox County Health Department.
4. Provision of a street names which are consistent with the Uniform Street Naming and Addressing System within Knoxville (City Ord. 0-280-90).
5. (Modified by MPC) Contributing 10% of the total cost (not to exceed $7500.00) of the signalization of the intersection of Dry Gap Pike and Central Avenue Pike. Payment shall be made prior to any final plat approval for this subdivision.
6. Constructing the turn lane improvements at the Dry Gap Pike entrance to the subdivision as identified in the Traffic Impact Study of April 2005 prepared by Wilbur Smith Associates. The design details for the turn lane shall be submitted for review and approval at the design plan stage of the subdivision.
(MPC deleted Staff conditions 7, 8 & 10.)
7. (Modified by MPC) Prior to final plat approval, establishing a greenway easement to the northwest corner of the subdivision (as shown on the approved Concept Plan) if required by the Knox County Greenways Coordinator.
8. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knoxville Engineering Division.
9. Place a note on the final plat that all lots will have access only to the internal street system.
10. Prior to certification of the final plat for the subdivision, establishing a property owners association that will be responsible for maintenance of all common areas and amenities.
11. Meeting all requirements of the approved use on review development plan.
12. A final plat application based on this concept plan will not be accepted for review by the MPC until certification of design plan approval has been submitted to the MPC staff.

What's next?

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

Stratford Park

Stratford Park, LLC


Case History