Subdivision

Concept Plan

4-SA-11-C

Recommended for approval
by the Planning Commission

APPROVE variances 1-4 because the site's topography and features restrict compliance with the Subdivision Regulations and the proposed variances will not create a traffic hazard.

APPROVE the Concept Plan subject to 7 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 a street name which is consistent with the Uniform Street Naming and Addressing System within Knox County (County Ord. 91-1-102).
3. Installation of sidewalks as shown on the approved concept plan subject to meeting ADA requirements.
4. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
5. Place a note on the final plat that all lots except Lot 1 shall have access only to the internal street system. Lot 1 shall be provided with an on-site turnaround.
6. With the recording of the final plat for this subdivision, record sight distance easements across Lots 10 and 11 in order to provide the needed sight distance for the curves in the street. No structures or vegetation shall be located in the easements that would block the line of sight. Driveways for Lots 10 and 11 shall also be located so that parked vehicles in the driveway do not block sight distance. Driveway locations for these two lots are subject to approval by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
7. 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
Dry Gap Road Subdivision
Lots
35 (Split)
Proposed Density
4.12 du/ac
Residential?
Yes - SF

Variances

1. Horizontal curve variance at STA 6+19, from 250' to 100'.
2. Horizontal curve variance at STA 8+32, from 250' to 100'.
3. Broken back curve tangent variance at STA 7+26, from 150' to 56'.
4. Vertical curve variance at STA 0+95, from 200' to 120'.


Property Information

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Location
Northeast side of Dry Gap Pike, northwest of Cunningham Rd.

Commission District 7
Census Tract 62.04


Size
8.50 acres

Sector
North County

Currently on the Property
Residence and vacant land

Growth Plan
Planned Growth Area

Case Notes

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Staff Recommendation
APPROVE variances 1-4 because the site's topography and features restrict compliance with the Subdivision Regulations and the proposed variances will not create a traffic hazard.

APPROVE the Concept Plan subject to 7 conditions:

1. Connection to sanitary sewer and meeting any other relevant requirements of the Knox County Health Department.
2. Provision of a street name which is consistent with the Uniform Street Naming and Addressing System within Knox County (County Ord. 91-1-102).
3. Installation of sidewalks as shown on the approved concept plan subject to meeting ADA requirements.
4. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
5. Place a note on the final plat that all lots except Lot 1 shall have access only to the internal street system. Lot 1 shall be provided with an on-site turnaround.
6. With the recording of the final plat for this subdivision, record sight distance easements across Lots 10 and 11 in order to provide the needed sight distance for the curves in the street. No structures or vegetation shall be located in the easements that would block the line of sight. Driveways for Lots 10 and 11 shall also be located so that parked vehicles in the driveway do not block sight distance. Driveway locations for these two lots are subject to approval by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
7. 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 1-4 because the site's topography and features restrict compliance with the Subdivision Regulations and the proposed variances will not create a traffic hazard.

APPROVE the Concept Plan subject to 7 conditions:

Details of Action
1. Connection to sanitary sewer and meeting any other relevant requirements of the Knox County Health Department.
2. Provision of a street name which is consistent with the Uniform Street Naming and Addressing System within Knox County (County Ord. 91-1-102).
3. Installation of sidewalks as shown on the approved concept plan subject to meeting ADA requirements.
4. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
5. Place a note on the final plat that all lots except Lot 1 shall have access only to the internal street system. Lot 1 shall be provided with an on-site turnaround.
6. With the recording of the final plat for this subdivision, record sight distance easements across Lots 10 and 11 in order to provide the needed sight distance for the curves in the street. No structures or vegetation shall be located in the easements that would block the line of sight. Driveways for Lots 10 and 11 shall also be located so that parked vehicles in the driveway do not block sight distance. Driveway locations for these two lots are subject to approval by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
7. 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 County, appeals will be heard by Knox County Chancery Court.
Appeals of Concept Plans and Final Plats are filed with Chancery CourtThe Process
Applicant

Dry Gap Road Subdivision

Southland Group, Inc.


Case History