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12-SB-23-C | Planning Commission

Subdivision

Concept Plan

12-SB-23-C

Approved with conditions
by the Planning Commission

Approve the requested variance to reduce the minimum intersection separation between Nathan's Cove Way and Shirley Way from 300 ft to 125 ft based on the following evidence of hardship.

a. The reduction in the intersection separation is warranted due


See case notes below

Request

Property Info

Case Notes

What's next?

Applicant Request

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Subdivision
Nathan's Cove
Lots
14 (Split)
Proposed Density
4.15 du/ac
Residential?
Yes - SF

Variances

VARIANCES:
1) Reduce the minimum intersection separation between Nathan's Cove Way and Shirley Way from 300 ft to 125 ft.

ALTERNATIVE DESIGN STANDARDS REQUIRING KNOXVILLE-KNOX COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL
1) Reduce the minimum private right-of-way width on Nathan's Cove Way and Nathan's Spring Way from 50 ft to 40 ft.
2) Reduce the minimum pavement width on Nathan's Cove Way and Nathan's Spring Way from 26 ft to 20 ft.


Property Information

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Location
4425 LONAS DR

North of side Lonas Dr, south side of Kim Watt Dr

Council District 6


Size
3.37 acres

Planning Sector
Northwest City

Land Use Classification LDR (Low Density Residential) LDR (Low Density Residential)


Currently on the Property
Single Family Residential, Rural Residential

Growth Plan
N/A (Within City Limits)

Case Notes

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Disposition Summary
Approve the requested variance to reduce the minimum intersection separation between Nathan's Cove Way and Shirley Way from 300 ft to 125 ft based on the following evidence of hardship.

a. The reduction in the intersection separation is warranted due

Staff Recommendation
Approve the requested variance to reduce the minimum intersection separation between Nathan's Cove Way and Shirley Way from 300 ft to 125 ft based on the following evidence of hardship.

a. The reduction in the intersection separation is warranted due
1. Approval of the RN-2 rezoning request by the City Council for the western parcel (11-D-23-RZ).
2. Connection to sanitary sewer and meeting any other relevant utility provider requirements.
3. Certifying that the required sight distance is available along Lonas Drive in both directions, with documentation provided to the City of Knoxville Department of Engineering for review and approval during the design plan phase. The sight distance shall be certified using design grades at the driveway entrances before grading permits are issued for the site.
4. Meeting all applicable requirements of the City of Knoxville Zoning Ordinance.
5. Meeting all applicable requirements of the City of Knoxville Department of Engineering, including, but not limited to, providing a revised drainage plan during the design plan phase.
6. Providing the mail kiosk in a location and configuration that meets all applicable requirements of the United States Postal Service and City of Knoxville Department of Engineering requirements.
7. Before certification of the final plat for the subdivision, establishing a property owners association or other legal entity responsible for maintaining common facilities, such as common areas, amenities, and/or stormwater drainage system.

What's next?

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Because of its location in the CITY, appeals will be heard by Knox County Chancery Court.
Appeals of Concept Plans and Final Plats are filed with Chancery CourtThe Process
Applicant

Nathan's Cove

Northshore Construction, Inc.


Case History