Subdivision

Concept Plan

3-SB-06-C

Recommended for approval
by the Planning Commission

APPROVE variances 1- 12 because the site's topography restricts compliance with the Subdivision Regulations, and the proposed variances will not create a traffic hazard.

APPROVE the Concept Plan subject to 16 conditions


See case notes below

Details

Request

Property Info

Case Notes

What's next?

Details of Action

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1. Connection to sanitary sewer and meeting any other relevant requirements of the Knox County Health Department.
2. Provision of street names that are consistent with the Uniform Street Naming and Addressing System within Knox County (Ord 91-1-102).
3. Prior to Design Plan approval, submitting a Flood Study for Conner Creek meeting Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) standards to the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works for review and approval. FEMA approval is required for the creek crossing prior to issuance of Design Plan approval for that segment of the project.
4. All development shall comply with the stream protection requirements (including buffers) of the amended Knox County Stormwater Ordinance.
5. Placing a note on the final plat that all structures will have to be located at least 50' from the top of the sinkholes (closed contour area) identified on the plat. Construction within the 50' setback may be permitted if a geotechnical study prepared by a registered engineer states that building within the 50' sinkhole buffer is acceptable and the study is approved by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works. Construction is not permitted within the hatchered contour area of the sinkhole. Engineered footings may be required for any structures within the 50' sinkhole buffer.
6. Meeting all applicable requirements and obtaining all required permits from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation for any alteration to the sinkholes and for crossing of the blueline stream.
7. Installation of traffic calming devices as required by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works on Road A.
8. Installation of speed tables as required by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works on Road H at the three pedestrian crossings identified on the concept plan.
9. Providing guardrails along E. Gallaher Ferry Rd. as may be required by Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
10. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
11. Certification on the final plat by the applicant's surveyor that 300' of sight distance exits in both directions at the proposed subdivision entrance on E. Gallaher Ferry Rd.
12. Placing a note on the final plat that all lots will have access from the internal road system only.
13. Establishing a greenway easement along the blueline stream, if required by the Knox County Greenways Coordinator.
14. Prior to certification of the final plat for the subdivision, establishing a property owners association that will be responsible for maintenance of the common area and all amenities, and compliance with the tree protection condition of the rezoning approval.
15. Meeting all requirements of the approved use on review development plan.
16. A final plat based on this concept plan will not be accepted for review by MPC until certification of design plan has been submitted to MPC staff.

Applicant Request

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Subdivision
Covered Bridge, Unit 1 (Revised)
Lots
88 (Split)
Proposed Density
1.47 du/ac
Residential?
Yes - SF

Variances

1. Horizontal curve variance on Road H at STA 1+25, from 250' to 100'.
2. Horizontal curve variance on Road H at STA 2+75, from 250' to 150'.
3. Horizontal curve variance on Road H at STA 4+75, from 250' to 100'.
4. Horizontal curve variance on Road H at STA 7+50, from 250' to 175'.
5. Horizontal curve variance on Road H at STA 9+75, from 250' to 100'.
6. Horizontal curve variance on Road H at STA 10+75, from 250' to 120'.
7. Horizontal curve variance on Road H at STA 11+75, from 250' to 75' (high side).
8. Horizontal curve variance on Road H at STA 13+75, from 250' to 100' (high side).
9. Horizontal curve variance on Road H at STA 16+25, from 250' to 241' (high side).
10. Horizontal curve variance on Road H at STA 14+25, from 250' to 100' (low side).
11. Horizontal curve variance on Road H at STA 15+75, from 250' to 100' (low side).
12. Vertical curve variance on Road H at STA 0+85, from 177' to 110'.


Property Information

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Location
West side of East Gallaher Ferry Rd., north side of Hickory Creek Rd.

Commission District 6


Size
59.83 acres

Sector
Northwest County

Currently on the Property
Vacant land

Growth Plan
Rural Area

Case Notes

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Staff Recommendation
APPROVE variances 1- 12 because the site's topography restricts compliance with the Subdivision Regulations, and the proposed variances will not create a traffic hazard.

APPROVE the Concept Plan subject to 16 conditions

1. Connection to sanitary sewer and meeting any other relevant requirements of the Knox County Health Department.
2. Provision of street names that are consistent with the Uniform Street Naming and Addressing System within Knox County (Ord 91-1-102).
3. Prior to Design Plan approval, submitting a Flood Study for Conner Creek meeting Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) standards to the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works for review and approval. FEMA approval is required for the creek crossing prior to issuance of Design Plan approval for that segment of the project.
4. All development shall comply with the stream protection requirements (including buffers) of the amended Knox County Stormwater Ordinance.
5. Placing a note on the final plat that all structures will have to be located at least 50' from the top of the sinkholes (closed contour area) identified on the plat. Construction within the 50' setback may be permitted if a geotechnical study prepared by a registered engineer states that building within the 50' sinkhole buffer is acceptable and the study is approved by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works. Construction is not permitted within the hatchered contour area of the sinkhole. Engineered footings may be required for any structures within the 50' sinkhole buffer.
6. Meeting all applicable requirements and obtaining all required permits from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation for any alteration to the sinkholes and for crossing of the blueline stream.
7. Installation of traffic calming devices as required by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works on Road A.
8. Installation of speed tables as required by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works on Road H at the three pedestrian crossings identified on the concept plan.
9. Providing guardrails along E. Gallaher Ferry Rd. as may be required by Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
10. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
11. Certification on the final plat by the applicant's surveyor that 300' of sight distance exits in both directions at the proposed subdivision entrance on E. Gallaher Ferry Rd.
12. Placing a note on the final plat that all lots will have access from the internal road system only.
13. Establishing a greenway easement along the blueline stream, if required by the Knox County Greenways Coordinator.
14. Prior to certification of the final plat for the subdivision, establishing a property owners association that will be responsible for maintenance of the common area and all amenities, and compliance with the tree protection condition of the rezoning approval.
15. Meeting all requirements of the approved use on review development plan.
16. A final plat based on this concept plan will not be accepted for review by MPC until certification of design plan has been submitted to MPC staff.
Disposition Summary
APPROVE variances 1- 12 because the site's topography restricts compliance with the Subdivision Regulations, and the proposed variances will not create a traffic hazard.

APPROVE the Concept Plan subject to 16 conditions

Details of Action
1. Connection to sanitary sewer and meeting any other relevant requirements of the Knox County Health Department.
2. Provision of street names that are consistent with the Uniform Street Naming and Addressing System within Knox County (Ord 91-1-102).
3. Prior to Design Plan approval, submitting a Flood Study for Conner Creek meeting Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) standards to the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works for review and approval. FEMA approval is required for the creek crossing prior to issuance of Design Plan approval for that segment of the project.
4. All development shall comply with the stream protection requirements (including buffers) of the amended Knox County Stormwater Ordinance.
5. Placing a note on the final plat that all structures will have to be located at least 50' from the top of the sinkholes (closed contour area) identified on the plat. Construction within the 50' setback may be permitted if a geotechnical study prepared by a registered engineer states that building within the 50' sinkhole buffer is acceptable and the study is approved by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works. Construction is not permitted within the hatchered contour area of the sinkhole. Engineered footings may be required for any structures within the 50' sinkhole buffer.
6. Meeting all applicable requirements and obtaining all required permits from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation for any alteration to the sinkholes and for crossing of the blueline stream.
7. Installation of traffic calming devices as required by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works on Road A.
8. Installation of speed tables as required by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works on Road H at the three pedestrian crossings identified on the concept plan.
9. Providing guardrails along E. Gallaher Ferry Rd. as may be required by Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
10. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
11. Certification on the final plat by the applicant's surveyor that 300' of sight distance exits in both directions at the proposed subdivision entrance on E. Gallaher Ferry Rd.
12. Placing a note on the final plat that all lots will have access from the internal road system only.
13. Establishing a greenway easement along the blueline stream, if required by the Knox County Greenways Coordinator.
14. Prior to certification of the final plat for the subdivision, establishing a property owners association that will be responsible for maintenance of the common area and all amenities, and compliance with the tree protection condition of the rezoning approval.
15. Meeting all requirements of the approved use on review development plan.
16. A final plat based on this concept plan will not be accepted for review by MPC until certification of design plan has been submitted to MPC staff.

What's next?

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After the Planning CommissionAppeals of Concept Plans and Final Plats are filed with Chancery CourtThe Process
Applicant

Covered Bridge, Unit 1 (Revised)

Cornerstone Development Group


Case History