Disposition Summary

Approve the variance for plat approval to include the access easement area in the lot area total.

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Staff Recommendation

Approve the variance for plat approval to include the access easement area in the lot area total.

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1. A 2-acre lot was created by deed in 1975 in the Agricultural zone, which included the area of the access easement. The current subdivision regulations do not allow the access area to be included in the total lot area. Proposed Lot 1 meets the minimum lot size if the access easement is included.
2. This situation is unique as the lots were created by deeds from the previous owners. The deeded lot line needs to be corrected as it runs through the house in proposed Lot 2.
3. The granting of the variance will not be detrimental to public safety, health, or welfare. Knox County EPW recommends approval of this variance based on the justifications provided by the applicant.

Approve the final plat for 2 lots in the A zone.

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Section 3.03.C - Access Easement:
The area of the access easement shall not be included in computing the lot area of the lot or lots that the easement crosses. The plat shall identify both the total area of the lot and the area excluding the access easement, the latter of which must meet the minimum zoning requirements.

The Agricultural zone has a 1-acre minimum lot size. Lot 1 is 1.01 acres, including the access easement, and 0.52 acres, excluding the access easement. The original plat included the access area in the total lot area. Two homes were built, and lots were created by deed. The lots are under separate ownership, and the deeded lot line runs through the house in proposed Lot 2. This plat will correct the lot line that runs through the house.