Approved
Approve RN-6 (Multi-Family Residential Neighborhood) and HP (Hillside Protection Overlay) zoning because it is consistent with surrounding development and supported by existing infrastructure.
Rezoning
4-B-23-RZ
Request
Property Info
Case Notes
What's next?
Applicant Request
− +Zoning
- Current
OP, HP
OP (Office Park), HP (Hillside Protection Overlay)To facilitate development that reinforces and enhances the existing varied character areas of downtown Knoxville, the DK District is divided into five sub-districts that include tailored dimensional and design standards:
DK-B Downtown Knoxville Boulevards Subdistrict, intended to accommodate those areas of Downtown characterized by wide, planted boulevards, and a green, open landscape.
DK-G Downtown Knoxville Grid Subdistrict, intended to accommodate those areas of Downtown predominantly
characterized by the traditional 300 foot by 300 foot grid pattern established in the Plan of the City.
DK-H Downtown Knoxville Historic Core Subdistrict, intended for areas with a preponderance of historic and cultural resources.
DK-W Downtown Knoxville Warehouse Subdistrict, for the area located primarily along Jackson Avenue and the rail yard on the north end of Downtown.
DK-E Downtown Edge Subdistrict, intended to address areas of transition between the higher intensity of Downtown and adjacent smaller-scale mixed-use areasThe HP District is intended to protect Knoxville's significant natural topographic features, and to prevent potential serious consequences from hillside development, such as increased erosion, fire, or flood hazards, and property damage.
RequestedRN-6, HP
RN-6 (Multi-Family Residential Neighborhood), HP (Hillside Protection Overlay)The RN-6 Multi-Family Residential Neighborhood Zoning District is intended to accommodate high density neighborhoods in the City of Knoxville characterized by a mixture of all housing types including single-family, two-
family, townhouse, and multi-family. Limited nonresidential uses that are compatible with the character of the district may also be permitted.The HP District is intended to protect Knoxville's significant natural topographic features, and to prevent potential serious consequences from hillside development, such as increased erosion, fire, or flood hazards, and property damage.
Property Information
− +Location
Size
Planning Sector
Growth Plan
355 S GALLAHER VIEW RD
West side of S Gallaher View Rd, north of Gleason Dr, south of Kingston Pk
Council District 2
Size
0.58 acres
Planning Sector
Southwest County
Land Use Classification MDR (Medium Density Residential), HP (Hillside Protection) MDR (Medium Density Residential), HP (Hillside Protection)
Currently on the Property
Agriculture/Forestry/Vacant Land
Growth Plan
N/A (Within City Limits)
- Utilities
- Sewer
Knoxville Utilities Board
WaterKnoxville Utilities Board
Case Notes
− +Disposition Summary
Approve RN-6 (Multi-Family Residential Neighborhood) and HP (Hillside Protection Overlay) zoning because it is consistent with surrounding development and supported by existing infrastructure.Staff Recommendation
Approve RN-6 (Multi-Family Residential Neighborhood) and HP (Hillside Protection Overlay) zoning because it is consistent with surrounding development and supported by existing infrastructure.PURSUANT TO THE CITY OF KNOXVILLE ZONING ORDINANCE, SECTION 16.1.E, SUBSECTIONS 1-3, ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS MUST BE MET FOR ALL REZONINGS:
THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT SHALL BE NECESSARY BECAUSE OF SUBSTANTIALLY CHANGED OR CHANGING CONDITIONS IN THE AREA AND DISTRICTS AFFECTED, OR IN THE CITY/COUNTY GENERALLY:
1. Knoxville continues to experience year over year population growth, and with that growth comes an increased need for housing options. The requested RN-6 (Multifamily Residential Neighborhood) zoning district is a minor extension of RN-6 zoning on three sides of the subject property, and would enable the development of small scale housing to meet local demand.
THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT SHALL BE CONSISTENT WITH THE INTENT AND PURPOSE OF THE APPLICABLE ZONING ORDINANCE:
1. RN-6 zoning is provides for a mixture of all housing types, from single-family and two-family developments to townhomes and multi-family dwellings. The subject property is adjacent to two multifamily neighborhoods and provides walkable access to resources such as a public school and a service-oriented commercial hub. The subject property's location meets the intent of this medium to high density residential zoning district.
THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT SHALL NOT ADVERSELY AFFECT ANY OTHER PART OF THE CITY, NOR SHALL ANY DIRECT OR INDIRECT ADVERSE EFFECTS RESULT FROM SUCH AMENDMENT.
1. The proposed rezoning is compatible with surrounding development and supported by existing infrastructure and assets.
THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT SHALL BE CONSISTENT WITH AND NOT IN CONFLICT WITH THE GENERAL PLAN OF KNOXVILLE AND KNOX COUNTY, INCLUDING ANY OF ITS ELEMENTS, MAJOR ROAD PLAN, LAND USE PLAN, COMMUNITY FACILITIES PLAN, AND OTHERS:
1. Development policy 8.1 of the General Plan supports residential infill in existing urban areas. Rezoning the subject property to RN-6 provides more residential development opportunity on this vacant lot.
2. RN-6 zoning is permitted in the recommended MDR/O amendment to the One Year Plan and the sector plan.
ADEQUATE PUBLIC FACILITIES AREA AVAILABLE INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, SCHOOLS, PARKS, POLICE AND FIRE PROTECTION, ROADS, SANITARY SEWERS, AND WATER LINES, OR ARE REASONABLY CAPABLE OF BEING PROVIDED PRIOR TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IF THE AMENDMENT WERE ADOPTED:
1. Public facilities and infrastructure capacity are adequate to accommodate development potential with the proposed rezoning.
What's next?
− +This Rezoning case in the CITY was recommended for approval. The appeal deadline - April 28, 2023 has passed.
Applicant
Urban Engineering, Inc.
Case History
- December 27, 2022
Date Filed
- April 13, 2023
Heard Approved
- May 16, 2023
First Legislative Reading
- May 30, 2023
Second Legislative Reading
