Row Closure

2-C-24-SC

Approved with conditions
by the Planning Commission

Approve the request to close Richards Street from the southeast side of May Avenue to W Fifth Avenue since closure would not adversely affect surrounding properties, subject to three conditions.


See case notes below

Request

Property Info

Case Notes

What's next?

Applicant Request

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To facilitate property acquisitions for Knox Oncore, LLC

Close Street From
the southeast side of May Ave
To
its southern terminus at W Fifth Ave
Reason for Closure
To facilitate property acquisitions for Knox Oncore, LLC
Objections

KUB and the City Engineering Department have requested to retain any easements that may be in place.


Property Information

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Location
0 Richards St.

Council District 6


Sector
Central City

Growth Plan
N/A (Within City Limits)

Case Notes

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Staff Recommendation
Approve the request to close Richards Street from the southeast side of May Avenue to W Fifth Avenue since closure would not adversely affect surrounding properties, subject to three conditions.
1. A final plat combining these properties must be recorded before the closure can become effective. If a final plat is not recorded, the closure shall become null and void and of no effect.
2. Renaming of one of the remaining sections of Richards Street to a new name consistent with the Addressing Guidelines and Procedures.
3. Any easements for the City and KUB shall remain in place as requested.
Disposition Summary
Approve the request to close Richards Street from the southeast side of May Avenue to W Fifth Avenue since closure would not adversely affect surrounding properties, subject to three conditions.

What's next?

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After the Planning Commission
This Row Closure case in the City was recommended for approval. The appeal deadline - February 23, 2024 has passed.
Applicant

City of Knoxville


Case History