Details of Action
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1. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knoxville Zoning Ordinance.
2. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knoxville Engineering Division.
3. Adhering to the safety rules and procedures as outlined in the letter from the applicant.
4. Modifying the fenced enclosure for the outdoor fields so that the operation does not occur within the R-1 Zoning District.
5. Adding a 20' high nylon mesh screen around the modified fenced enclosure for the outdoor play fields. The screen shall be anchored at the bottom and secured by a non-stretchable cable at the top and bottom. Two such screens shall be installed a minimum of five feet apart to separate any spectator area from the playing area.
6. Any outdoor lighting shall be installed so that direct light and glare is shaded and directed away from all adjoining property.
7. There shall be no amplified sound system used for the outdoor play fields.
8. Hours of operation of the outdoor fields shall cease at 9:00 pm.
With the conditions noted above, the request meets all requirements for approval within the I-3 zoning district, as well as other criteria for approval of a use on review.
Property Information
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Location4432 Middlebrook Pike
Southeast side of Middlebrook Pike, northwest of Millard Beets Rd
Council District 2
Census Tract 38
Size3 acres
SectorLand Use Designation? LI & LDR
Currently on the Property
Mixed businesses
Growth PlanUrban Growth Area (Inside City Limits)
- Utilities
SewerKnoxville Utilities Board
WaterKnoxville Utilities Board
Case Notes
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Staff Recommendation
APPROVE the request for a paintball business with indoor and outdoor paintball fields in the I-3 zoning district subject to the following 8 conditions:
1. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knoxville Zoning Ordinance.
2. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knoxville Engineering Division.
3. Adhering to the safety rules and procedures as outlined in the letter from the applicant.
4. Modifying the fenced enclosure for the outdoor fields so that the operation does not occur within the R-1 Zoning District.
5. Adding a 20' high nylon mesh screen around the modified fenced enclosure for the outdoor play fields. The screen shall be anchored at the bottom and secured by a non-stretchable cable at the top and bottom. Two such screens shall be installed a minimum of five feet apart to separate any spectator area from the playing area.
6. Any outdoor lighting shall be installed so that direct light and glare is shaded and directed away from all adjoining property.
7. There shall be no amplified sound system used for the outdoor play fields.
8. Hours of operation of the outdoor fields shall cease at 9:00 pm.
With the conditions noted above, the request meets all requirements for approval within the I-3 zoning district, as well as other criteria for approval of a use on review.
Disposition Summary
APPROVE the request for a paintball business with indoor and outdoor paintball fields in the I-3 zoning district subject to the following 8 conditions:
Details of Action
1. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knoxville Zoning Ordinance.
2. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knoxville Engineering Division.
3. Adhering to the safety rules and procedures as outlined in the letter from the applicant.
4. Modifying the fenced enclosure for the outdoor fields so that the operation does not occur within the R-1 Zoning District.
5. Adding a 20' high nylon mesh screen around the modified fenced enclosure for the outdoor play fields. The screen shall be anchored at the bottom and secured by a non-stretchable cable at the top and bottom. Two such screens shall be installed a minimum of five feet apart to separate any spectator area from the playing area.
6. Any outdoor lighting shall be installed so that direct light and glare is shaded and directed away from all adjoining property.
7. There shall be no amplified sound system used for the outdoor play fields.
8. Hours of operation of the outdoor fields shall cease at 9:00 pm.
With the conditions noted above, the request meets all requirements for approval within the I-3 zoning district, as well as other criteria for approval of a use on review.
