Subdivision

Concept Plan

5-SC-10-C

Approved as modified
by the Planning Commission

APPROVE variances 1 - 3 because the existing site conditions restricts compliance with the Subdivision Regulations, and the proposed variances will not create a traffic hazard.

APPROVE the Concept Plan subject to 13 conditions


See case notes below

Details

Request

Property Info

Case Notes

What's next?

Details of Action

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1. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Engineering Department.
2. Installing a drainage swale along the rear of lots 10 - 17 as required by the Knox County Dept. of Engineering and Public Works
3. Connection to sanitary sewer and meeting all other requirements of the Knox County Health Department.
4. Installing a 4' high fence (chain link may be used) around the perimeter of the cemetery along with landscaping prior to issuance of building permits.
5. Provision of an 8' wide walking trail rather than the 5' wide trail as shown on the plan and establish a greenway easement per the requirements of the Knox County Greenways Coordinator. (Added 5-13-10) Provide a 5-year bond on the walking trail.
6. Installation of proposed landscaping within six months of the issuance of occupancy permits for each unit, or posting a bond with Knox County Engineering guaranteeing such installation.
7. Reduction of the peripheral setback from 35' to 15' restricted to the property located around the existing cemetery (021-045).
8. Any documents required for amending the horizontal property regime and master deed, and any new documents created for the Joint Permanent Easement, homeowners association or maintenance agreements for the streets, storm water management facilities and all other commonly held assets shall be recorded prior to or with the final plat, with the recording information for the documents being referenced on the plat.
9. Certification on the final plat by the applicant's surveyor that there is the required sight distance in both directions along Fairview Road at the development's entrance.
10. Place a note on the final plat that all units will have access only to the internal street system.
11. Minimum floor elevations for lots 8 & 9 must meet or exceed the elevation as established by the Knox County Dept. of Engineering and Public Works.
12. Perform core drilling of the proposed joint permanent easement as required by the Knox County Dept. of Engineering and Public Works.
13. 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
Marias Meadow
Lots
24 (Split)
Proposed Density
4.58 du/ac
Residential?
Yes - MF

Variances

1. Reduce the right-of-way width requirement for a cul-de-sac from 100' to 90'
2. Reduce the require pavement width for a cul-de-sac from 80' to 60'
3. Broken back curve variance from 150' to 80' at sta. 4+50 of Bethesda Springs Wy.


Property Information

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Location
West side of Fairview Rd., south of E. Emory Rd.

Commission District 8


Size
6.34 acres

Sector
Northeast County

Currently on the Property
Residential development, partially built out

Growth Plan
Planned Growth Area

Case Notes

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

APPROVE the Concept Plan subject to 13 conditions

1. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Engineering Department.
2. Installing a drainage swale along the rear of lots 10 - 17 as required by the Knox County Dept. of Engineering and Public Works
3. Connection to sanitary sewer and meeting all other requirements of the Knox County Health Department.
4. Installing a 4' high fence (chain link may be used) around the perimeter of the cemetery along with landscaping prior to issuance of building permits.
5. Provision of an 8' wide walking trail rather than the 5' wide trail as shown on the plan and establish a greenway easement per the requirements of the Knox County Greenways Coordinator.
6. Installation of proposed landscaping within six months of the issuance of occupancy permits for each unit, or posting a bond with Knox County Engineering guaranteeing such installation.
7. Reduction of the peripheral setback from 35' to 15' restricted to the property located around the existing cemetery (021-045).
8. Any documents required for amending the horizontal property regime and master deed, and any new documents created for the Joint Permanent Easement, homeowners association or maintenance agreements for the streets, storm water management facilities and all other commonly held assets shall be recorded prior to or with the final plat, with the recording information for the documents being referenced on the plat.
9. Certification on the final plat by the applicant's surveyor that there is the required sight distance in both directions along Fairview Road at the development's entrance.
10. Place a note on the final plat that all units will have access only to the internal street system.
11. Minimum floor elevations for lots 8 & 9 must meet or exceed the elevation as established by the Knox County Dept. of Engineering and Public Works.
12. Perform core drilling of the proposed joint permanent easement as required by the Knox County Dept. of Engineering and Public Works.
13. 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 - 3 because the existing site conditions restricts compliance with the Subdivision Regulations, and the proposed variances will not create a traffic hazard.

APPROVE the Concept Plan subject to 13 conditions

Details of Action
1. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Engineering Department.
2. Installing a drainage swale along the rear of lots 10 - 17 as required by the Knox County Dept. of Engineering and Public Works
3. Connection to sanitary sewer and meeting all other requirements of the Knox County Health Department.
4. Installing a 4' high fence (chain link may be used) around the perimeter of the cemetery along with landscaping prior to issuance of building permits.
5. Provision of an 8' wide walking trail rather than the 5' wide trail as shown on the plan and establish a greenway easement per the requirements of the Knox County Greenways Coordinator. (Added 5-13-10) Provide a 5-year bond on the walking trail.
6. Installation of proposed landscaping within six months of the issuance of occupancy permits for each unit, or posting a bond with Knox County Engineering guaranteeing such installation.
7. Reduction of the peripheral setback from 35' to 15' restricted to the property located around the existing cemetery (021-045).
8. Any documents required for amending the horizontal property regime and master deed, and any new documents created for the Joint Permanent Easement, homeowners association or maintenance agreements for the streets, storm water management facilities and all other commonly held assets shall be recorded prior to or with the final plat, with the recording information for the documents being referenced on the plat.
9. Certification on the final plat by the applicant's surveyor that there is the required sight distance in both directions along Fairview Road at the development's entrance.
10. Place a note on the final plat that all units will have access only to the internal street system.
11. Minimum floor elevations for lots 8 & 9 must meet or exceed the elevation as established by the Knox County Dept. of Engineering and Public Works.
12. Perform core drilling of the proposed joint permanent easement as required by the Knox County Dept. of Engineering and Public Works.
13. 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

Marias Meadow

Dewayne Whitt


Case History