Subdivision

Concept Plan

2-SA-10-C

Recommended for approval
by the Planning Commission

APPROVE variances 1 - 6 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 11 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 which are consistent with the Uniform Street Naming and Addressing System within Knoxville (City Ord. 0-280-90).
3. Conducting compaction testing in all fill areas associated with street construction per the requirements of the Knoxville Department of Engineering.
4. Installation of traffic calming devices as may be required by the Knoxville Department of Engineering.
5. All detention ponds shall be located on two or more buildable lots.
6. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knoxville Department of Engineering.
7. Meeting all applicable requirements and obtaining all required permits from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation.
8. Certification on the final plat by the applicant's surveyor that there is at least 300 feet of sight distance in both directions along Skyline Dr at the subdivision entrance.
9. Place a note on the final plat that all lots will have access only to the internal street system.
10. Obtaining approval from the City of Knoxville for the requested right-of-way closure of a portion of the James Rd. (MPC Case # 2-A-10-SC).
11. 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
Habitat for Humanity - Skyline Drive
Lots
57 (Split)
Proposed Density
3.61 du/ac
Residential?
Yes - SF

Variances

1. Intersection grade variance on Road B at STA 0+11 to STA 1+05, from 1% to 5%.
2. Street grade variance on Road B at STA 1+05 to STA 5+55, from 12% to 15%.
3. Vertical curve variance at STA 1+05 on Road B, from 248.25' to 150' (K Value from 25 to 15.1).
4. Horizontal curve variance on Road B at STA 1+25, from 250' to 200'.
5. Horizontal curve variance on Road B at STA 4+00, from 250' to 200'.
6. Vertical curve variance at STA 8+45 on Road A, from 440' to 275' (K Value from 25 to 15.6).


Property Information

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Location
Southeast side of Skyline Dr., northwest side of Tynemouth Dr.

Council District 6
Census Tract 21


Size
15.78 acres

Sector
East 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 - 6 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 11 conditions:

1. Connection to sanitary sewer and meeting any other relevant requirements of the Knox County Health Department.
2. Provision of street names which are consistent with the Uniform Street Naming and Addressing System within Knoxville (City Ord. 0-280-90).
3. Conducting compaction testing in all fill areas associated with street construction per the requirements of the Knoxville Department of Engineering.
4. Installation of traffic calming devices as may be required by the Knoxville Department of Engineering.
5. All detention ponds shall be located on two or more buildable lots.
6. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knoxville Department of Engineering.
7. Meeting all applicable requirements and obtaining all required permits from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation.
8. Certification on the final plat by the applicant's surveyor that there is at least 300 feet of sight distance in both directions along Skyline Dr at the subdivision entrance.
9. Place a note on the final plat that all lots will have access only to the internal street system.
10. Obtaining approval from the City of Knoxville for the requested right-of-way closure of a portion of the James Rd. (MPC Case # 2-A-10-SC).
11. 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 - 6 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 11 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 which are consistent with the Uniform Street Naming and Addressing System within Knoxville (City Ord. 0-280-90).
3. Conducting compaction testing in all fill areas associated with street construction per the requirements of the Knoxville Department of Engineering.
4. Installation of traffic calming devices as may be required by the Knoxville Department of Engineering.
5. All detention ponds shall be located on two or more buildable lots.
6. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knoxville Department of Engineering.
7. Meeting all applicable requirements and obtaining all required permits from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation.
8. Certification on the final plat by the applicant's surveyor that there is at least 300 feet of sight distance in both directions along Skyline Dr at the subdivision entrance.
9. Place a note on the final plat that all lots will have access only to the internal street system.
10. Obtaining approval from the City of Knoxville for the requested right-of-way closure of a portion of the James Rd. (MPC Case # 2-A-10-SC).
11. 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 Knox County Chancery Court.
Appeals of Concept Plans and Final Plats are filed with Chancery CourtThe Process
Applicant

Habitat for Humanity - Skyline Drive

Habitat for Humanity


Case History