Subdivision

Concept Plan

9-SB-16-C

Recommended for approval
by the Planning Commission

APPROVE the Concept Plan subject to 12 conditions.


See case notes below

Details

Request

Property Info

Case Notes

What's next?

Details of Action

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1. Obtaining approval from the Knox County Commission of the requested rezoning of Tax Parcels 074 -09601 and 074-09603, from A (Agricultural) to EC (Employment Center). (10-H-16-RZ/10-D-16-SP)
2. Connection to sanitary sewer and meeting any other relevant requirements of the Knox County Health Department.
3. Provision of street names which are consistent with the Uniform Street Naming and Addressing System within Knox County (Ord 91-1-102).
4. Implementation of all intersection and road improvements and recommendations outlined in the Traffic Impact Study (TIS) prepared by Cannon & Cannon, Inc. as revised on July 19, 2016 (Recommendations are attached). The design details and timing of the installation of the improvements (including traffic signals) shall be worked out with the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works and Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) during the design plan stage for the subdivision.
5. An updated Traffic Impact Study (TIS) will be required prior to final plat approval for Phases II and III of the subdivision to determine if any changes are necessary for the recommended improvements.
6. Development within the limits of any closed topographic depression, outside of identified preservation areas, will be contingent on obtaining required permits from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, a subsurface investigation and design recommendation by a geotechnical engineer, and approval by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works
7. Sidewalks and paved trails shall be installed as identified on the concept plan. Sidewalks and paved trails 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.
8. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
9. Placing a note on the final plat that all lots will have access only to the internal street system except for proposed Lots 24-27, 30-32 and 38-40.
10. 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.
11. Prior to certification of a final plat for the subdivision, establishing the Midway Business Park Property Owners Association that will be responsible for maintaining the storm water system, common area and any other commonly held assets.
12. Prior to certification of a final plat for the subdivision, recording the protective covenants for the Preserved Natural Areas.

Applicant Request

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Subdivision
Midway Business Park
Lots
40 (Split)
Residential?
No

Variances

None


Property Information

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Location
8918 Thorn Grove Pike

Northwest and southeast side of Thorn Grove Pike, north side of Worthington Ln. at the northwest quadrant of the I-40 and Midway Rd. Interchange.

Commission District 8
Census Tract 53.02


Size
327.94 acres

Sector
East County

Currently on the Property
Farm, residences and vacant land

Growth Plan
Planned Growth Area

Case Notes

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Staff Recommendation
APPROVE the Concept Plan subject to 12 conditions.
1. Obtaining approval from the Knox County Commission of the requested rezoning of Tax Parcels 074 -09601 and 074-09603, from A (Agricultural) to EC (Employment Center). (10-H-16-RZ/10-D-16-SP)
2. Connection to sanitary sewer and meeting any other relevant requirements of the Knox County Health Department.
3. Provision of street names which are consistent with the Uniform Street Naming and Addressing System within Knox County (Ord 91-1-102).
4. Implementation of all intersection and road improvements and recommendations outlined in the Traffic Impact Study (TIS) prepared by Cannon & Cannon, Inc. as revised on July 19, 2016 (Recommendations are attached). The design details and timing of the installation of the improvements (including traffic signals) shall be worked out with the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works and Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) during the design plan stage for the subdivision.
5. An updated Traffic Impact Study (TIS) will be required prior to final plat approval for Phases II and III of the subdivision to determine if any changes are necessary for the recommended improvements.
6. Development within the limits of any closed topographic depression, outside of identified preservation areas, will be contingent on obtaining required permits from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, a subsurface investigation and design recommendation by a geotechnical engineer, and approval by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works
7. Sidewalks and paved trails shall be installed as identified on the concept plan. Sidewalks and paved trails 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.
8. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
9. Placing a note on the final plat that all lots will have access only to the internal street system except for proposed Lots 24-27, 30-32 and 38-40.
10. 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.
11. Prior to certification of a final plat for the subdivision, establishing the Midway Business Park Property Owners Association that will be responsible for maintaining the storm water system, common area and any other commonly held assets.
12. Prior to certification of a final plat for the subdivision, recording the protective covenants for the Preserved Natural Areas.
Disposition Summary
APPROVE the Concept Plan subject to 12 conditions.
Details of Action
1. Obtaining approval from the Knox County Commission of the requested rezoning of Tax Parcels 074 -09601 and 074-09603, from A (Agricultural) to EC (Employment Center). (10-H-16-RZ/10-D-16-SP)
2. Connection to sanitary sewer and meeting any other relevant requirements of the Knox County Health Department.
3. Provision of street names which are consistent with the Uniform Street Naming and Addressing System within Knox County (Ord 91-1-102).
4. Implementation of all intersection and road improvements and recommendations outlined in the Traffic Impact Study (TIS) prepared by Cannon & Cannon, Inc. as revised on July 19, 2016 (Recommendations are attached). The design details and timing of the installation of the improvements (including traffic signals) shall be worked out with the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works and Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) during the design plan stage for the subdivision.
5. An updated Traffic Impact Study (TIS) will be required prior to final plat approval for Phases II and III of the subdivision to determine if any changes are necessary for the recommended improvements.
6. Development within the limits of any closed topographic depression, outside of identified preservation areas, will be contingent on obtaining required permits from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, a subsurface investigation and design recommendation by a geotechnical engineer, and approval by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works
7. Sidewalks and paved trails shall be installed as identified on the concept plan. Sidewalks and paved trails 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.
8. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
9. Placing a note on the final plat that all lots will have access only to the internal street system except for proposed Lots 24-27, 30-32 and 38-40.
10. 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.
11. Prior to certification of a final plat for the subdivision, establishing the Midway Business Park Property Owners Association that will be responsible for maintaining the storm water system, common area and any other commonly held assets.
12. Prior to certification of a final plat for the subdivision, recording the protective covenants for the Preserved Natural Areas.

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

Midway Business Park

The Development Corporation of Knox County


Case History