Subdivision

Concept Plan

10-SA-20-C

Recommended for approval
by the Planning Commission

APPROVE variance 1 based on the recommendations of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works and because the site conditions restrict compliance with the Subdivision Regulations and the proposed variance will not create a traffic hazard


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Property Info

Case Notes

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Applicant Request

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Subdivision
Westland Station
Lots
28 (Split)
Proposed Density
4.27 du/ac
Residential?
Yes - SF

Variances

VARIANCE:

1) INSTALLATION OF A HAMMERHEAD TURNAROUND AT THE TERMINUS OF S. GALLAHER VIEW ROAD AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO A CUL-DE-SAC (SECTION 3.04.K.3.).

ALTERNATIVE DESIGN STANDARDS APPROVED BY KNOX COUNTY ENGINEERING AND PUBLIC WORKS:

1) INCREASE THE MAXIMUM INTERSECTION GRADE FROM 1 % UP TO 2%.


Property Information

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Location
861 S. Gallher View Rd & 0 Westland Dr.

West side of S. Gallaher View Rd., north side of Westland Dr.

Commission District 5


Size
6.55 acres

Sector
Southwest County

Currently on the Property
Vacant land, single family house

Growth Plan
Planned Growth Area

Case Notes

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Staff Recommendation
APPROVE variance 1 based on the recommendations of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works and because the site conditions restrict compliance with the Subdivision Regulations and the proposed variance will not create a traffic hazard
1. Connection to sanitary sewer and meeting any other relevant requirements of the utility provider.
2. Provision of street names which are consistent with the Uniform Street Naming and Addressing System within Knox County (Ord 91-1-102).
3. All sidewalks that are not required by the Knox County sidewalk ordinance (Ord 19-12-101) or as otherwise required by Knox County Engineering and Public Works (EPW), are to be maintained by the homeowners association.
4. Providing a turnaround at the southern terminus of S. Gallaher View Road as shown on the Concept Plan or as otherwise approved by Knox County Engineering and Public Works (EPW) and Knox County Fire Prevention Bureau. The timing of this installation is to be determined by Knox County EPW during the design plan phase.
5. Installation of the striping detail at the intersection of S Gallaher View Rd and Lawnpark Drive in accordance with the requirement of Knox County EPW.
6. Providing a sight distance easement across the common area (lot 29) of 200 ft (centerline-to-centerline), and the adjacent lots as needed.
7. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County EPW.
8. Approval of the "eyebrow" design on Boxcar Lane that provides access for lots 7-9 by the Knox County EPW during the design plan phase.
9. Prior to certification of the final plat for the subdivision, establishing a property owners association that will be responsible for the maintenance of the common areas, sidewalks and stormwater/drainage facilities.
10. Submitting the certification of design plan approval form to Planning Commission staff prior to final plat review by the Planning Commission or Planning staff, as required by the Knoxville-Knox County Subdivision Regulations (Section 2.08, Design Plan -- Major Subdivisions).
Disposition Summary
APPROVE variance 1 based on the recommendations of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works and because the site conditions restrict compliance with the Subdivision Regulations and the proposed variance will not create a traffic hazard

What's next?

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After the Planning CommissionAppeals of Concept Plans and Final Plats are filed with Chancery CourtThe Process
Applicant

Westland Station

Homestead Land Holdings, LLC


Case History

This program aims to increase transit in disadvantaged communities and reduce the impact of climate change. Knoxville-Knox County Planning, in partnership with KAT and the city, will develop a Transit-based Opportunities Map to identify locations for development along key transit corridors that target attainable housing and employment opportunities. Transit-oriented development (TOD) prioritizes efficient, equitable, sustainable development. It also helps reduce poverty and further benefit communities by:

  • Encouraging greater transit use,
  • Reducing automobile use,
  • Maximizing existing infrastructure
  • Reducing emissions, and
  • Providing mixed and low-income housing options.