Denied

Staff Recommendation

APPROVE the development plan for a 250 foot lattice type telecommunications tower subject to 7 conditions.

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1. Constructing the tower at a location that is at least 275' from the nearest adjoining dwelling and meeting all other required setbacks.
2. Installing a landscape buffer along the western property line of the Devault property (parcel 59). The landscape buffer shall be comprised of leyland cypress and/or red cedar trees on 10' centers with an installed height of 6'-8'.
3. Installing the proposed landscaping as shown on the landscape plan, and the tree buffer identified above, within six months of the tower becoming operational, or posting a bond with the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works to guarantee such installation.
4. At the time of the request for a building permit, posting a bond or other approved financial surety that would ensure the removal of the tower if it is abandoned.
5. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Zoning Ordinance.
6. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
7. A revised site plan, reflecting the conditions of approval must be submitted to MPC staff prior to issuance of any building permits for the project.

With the conditions noted, the request meets all requirements for approval of a use-on-review.

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Disposition Summary

DENY the development plan

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Details of Action

Denied