Subdivision

Concept Plan

4-SC-20-C

Recommended for approval
by the Planning Commission

APPROVE variances 1-4 because the site conditions restrict compliance with the Subdivision Regulations and the proposed variances will not create any hazardous conditions.

APPROVE alternative design standards 1-5 based on the recommendations of the K


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Property Info

Case Notes

What's next?

Applicant Request

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Subdivision
Cara Cade
Lots
186 (Split)
Proposed Density
4.96 du/ac
Residential?
Yes - SF

Variances

VARIANCES REQUIRING PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL:

1. Reduction of the depth of double frontage lots (Lots 49-70) from 150' to the depths shown on the Concept Plan.
2. Reduction of the tangent length between broken back curves on Road G, STA 1+83 to STA 2+48, from 150' to 65'.
3. Reduction of the minimum K-value on Road D at STA 12+25, from K=25 to K=20.3.
4. Reduction of the minimum K-value on Road D at STA 13+75, from K=25 to K=20.8.

ALTERNATIVE DESIGN STANDARDS REQUIRING PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL;

1. Reduction of the right-of-way on Schaad Rd., from 112' to 102'.
2. Reduction of the horizontal curve radius on Road C at STA 16+50, from 250' to 200'.
3. Reduction of the horizontal curve radius on Road D at STA 5+50, from 250' to 200'.
4. Reduction of the horizontal curve radius on Road D at STA 11+00, from 250' to 200'.
5. Reduction of the horizontal curve radius on Road D at STA 16+50, from 250' to 150'.

ALTERNATIVE DESIGN STANDARDS APPROVED BY THE KNOX COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING AND PUBLIC WORKS:

1. The maximum grade at intersections was approved at up to three (3) percent as shown on the street profiles except that the maximum grade shall not exceed the cross-slope requirements of the Public Rights-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG) or 2010 ADA Standards as appropriate when a pedestrian crossing is proposed.


Property Information

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Location
0 Lobetti Rd.

South side of Lobetti Rd., north of Ball Camp Pk.

Commission District 6


Size
37.51 acres

Sector
Northwest County

Currently on the Property
Vacant land

Growth Plan
Planned Growth Area

Case Notes

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Staff Recommendation
APPROVE variances 1-4 because the site conditions restrict compliance with the Subdivision Regulations and the proposed variances will not create any hazardous conditions.

APPROVE alternative design standards 1-5 based on the recommendations of the K

1. Connection to sanitary sewer and meeting any other relevant requirements of the utility provider.
2. Provision of street names which are consistent with the Uniform Street Naming and Addressing System within Knox County (Ord 91-1-102).
3. The proposed street connection to the Schaad Road Extension on the south side of the road shall be designed as a right in/right out only connection meeting all Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works requirements for barriers and signage. Following the final design by Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works of the proposed median opening in Schaad Rd. at this location, this proposed street connection may require approval of a variance from the Knox County Access Control and Driveway Design Policy for median offset requirements for new streets.
4. Installation of sidewalks as identified on the concept plan. Sidewalks shall meet all applicable requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works. A bond shall be provided to the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works by the developer in an amount sufficient to guarantee the installation of the sidewalks.
5. The timing of the final plat approval for Lots 44-48 is dependent on the completion of the road improvements for the Schaad Road and Lobetti Road intersection.
6. Implementation of any recommended improvements identified in the Transportation Impact Study prepared by Ajax Engineering, dated November 1, 2017 and as revised and approved by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works and Planning Commission staff. The improvements shall be installed to the standards approved by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works. Future revisions to the Traffic Impact Study may be required based on the timing of the development on the south side of Schaad Road and the construction progress for Schaad Road.
7. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
8. A final plat for the phases of the subdivision located on the south side of the Schaad Road Extension (proposed lots 49-186) shall not be approved until one of the following conditions exists: a) Substantial completion of the Schaad Road extension as determined by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works; or b. Cascade Falls, LLC widens Lobetti Road to 20 feet from the southernmost entrance for the proposed subdivision to Ball Road, including any necessary roadwork to achieve intersection sight distance. The improvements shall be installed to the standards approved by the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
9. Prior to certification of the final plat for the first phase of the subdivision, establishing a property owners association that will be responsible for the maintenance of the common areas, amenities and drainage system.
10. Placing a note on the final plat that all lots will have access only to the internal street system with the exception of Lots 44-48. Lots 44-48 shall be provided with turnaround driveways.
11. Placing a note on the final plat that fencing and other structures are not allowed within the slope easements established for the Schaad Road Extension project. Easements are located along Schaad Road and Lobetti Road frontages.
12. Submitting to Planning staff prior to final plat review by the Planning Commission or Planning staff, the certification of design plan approval form as required by the Knoxville-Knox County Subdivision Regulations.
Disposition Summary
APPROVE variances 1-4 because the site conditions restrict compliance with the Subdivision Regulations and the proposed variances will not create any hazardous conditions.

APPROVE alternative design standards 1-5 based on the recommendations of the K

What's next?

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

Cara Cade

Cascade Falls, LLC


Case History