Subdivision

Concept Plan

5-SD-19-C

Recommended for approval
by the Planning Commission

APPROVE variances 1-6 because the site's topography and shape restrict compliance with the Subdivision Regulations and the proposed variances will not create a traffic hazard.

APPROVE the Concept Plan subject to 10 conditions.


See case notes below

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Property Info

Case Notes

What's next?

Applicant Request

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Subdivision
Steele Road Subdivision
Lots
91 (Split)
Proposed Density
2.98 du/ac
Residential?
Yes - SF

Variances

VARIANCES REQUIRING PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL:
1. Reduction of the intersection radii for the right-of-way for Road A at Hardin Valley Rd., from 75' to 0'.
2. Horizontal curve variance on Road A at STA 1+00,19, from 250? to 150?.
3. Horizontal curve variance on Road A at STA 13+47.12, from 250? to 150?.
4. Maximum street grade variance on Road A from STA 1+03.75 to STA 13+38.53, from 12% to 14%.
5. Reduction of the K-Value on Road A at STA 1+03.75, from K=25 to K=15.
6. Reduction of the minimum lot width for access from 25' to 20'.

APPROVED WAIVER:
1. Intersection grade waiver on Road A, from 1% up to 2%.


Property Information

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Location
0 Hardin Valley Rd

South side of Hardin Valley Road, West of Pellissippi Parkway, South end of Steele Rd.

Commission District 6
Census Tract 59.05


Size
30.50 acres

Sector
Northwest County

Currently on the Property
Vacant land

Growth Plan
Rural Area

Case Notes

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Staff Recommendation
APPROVE variances 1-6 because the site's topography and shape restrict compliance with the Subdivision Regulations and the proposed variances will not create a traffic hazard.

APPROVE the Concept Plan subject to 10 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 Knox County (Ord 91-1-102).
3. Implementation of any recommended improvements identified in the Traffic Impact Study prepared by Fulghum MacIndoe & Associates, Inc., dated May 1, 2019 and as revised and approved by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works and Planning staff.
4. The final design and details for implementation of the intersection improvements for Road A at Hardin Valley Rd., including any traffic signal modification and pedestrian crossing improvements, shall be worked out between the applicant and the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works during the design plan stage for the subdivision.
5. Installation of sidewalks as identified on the concept plan. Sidewalks shall meet all applicable requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works. A bond shall be provided to the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works by the developer in an amount sufficient to guarantee the installation of the sidewalks.
6. At the design plan stage of the subdivision, the applicant shall submit a parallel parking plan for on street guest parking to the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works and Planning staff for review and approval.
7. At the design plan stage of the subdivision, the details and timing of the slope reforestation plan shall be worked out with the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works and Planning staff.
8. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
9. Prior to certification of the final plat for the subdivision, establishing a homeowners association for the purpose of maintaining the private streets, storm water system, common area and any other commonly held assets.
10. Submitting to Planning staff prior to final plat review by the Planning Commission, the certification of design plan approval form as required by the Knoxville-Knox County Subdivision Regulations.
Disposition Summary
APPROVE variances 1-6 because the site's topography and shape restrict compliance with the Subdivision Regulations and the proposed variances will not create a traffic hazard.

APPROVE the Concept Plan subject to 10 conditions.

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

Steele Road Subdivision

Hardin Valley Land Partners


Case History