Disposition Summary

Approve the development plan for a three-lot subdivision with two single-family dwellings and a duplex in the PR zone, subject to 2 conditions.

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Staff Recommendation

Approve the development plan for a three-lot subdivision with two single-family dwellings and a duplex in the PR zone, subject to 2 conditions.

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1. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Zoning Ordinance.
2. Meeting all applicable requirements of Knox County Engineering and Public Works.

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DEVELOPMENT PLAN ANALYSIS PER ARTICLE 6, SECTION 6.50.06 (APPROVAL OR DENIAL)
In the exercise of its administrative judgment, the Planning Commission shall determine if the proposed plan is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the zoning ordinance and adopted plans.

1) ZONING ORDINANCE
PR (Planned Residential) up to 5 du/ac:
A. The PR zone allows detached and attached dwellings as permitted uses. The administrative procedures for the PR zone require the Planning Commission to approve the development plan before permits can be issued (Article 5.13.15).
B. The development proposal includes 3 lots. One lot has an existing single family dwelling with access to E Emory Road. Another lot has an existing garage that would be converted to a single family dwelling and shares driveway access to E Emory Road with the prior lot. The third lot has access on Emory Chase Lane and will feature a two-story duplex. The site layout meets the setback requirements and other area regulations for the PR zone.
C. The approximate lot area for the subject property is .85 acres. The proposed 4 dwellings on a lot this size equates to a density of 4.7 du/ac, which is below the approved density of 5 du/ac. The total PR-zoned neighborhood has an approximate density of 3.3 du/ac, and can accommodate an additional 4 dwellings without exceeding its max 5 du/ac density.

2) KNOX COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - IMPLEMENTATION POLICIES
A. Policy 2: Ensure that development is sensitive to existing community character. The Emory Chase subdivision is comprised of single-family houses, but there is a variety of architectural stylings, building footprints and heights of 1 and 2 stories. The proposed duplex will feature architectural aesthetics, layout and dimensions that are compatible with the surrounding residential character, with the only discinction being how the garages connect two dwellings on a single lot.
B. Policy 6: Promote attanable housing that meets the needs of the current and future residents. The development proposasl supports this policy by diversifying housing options in the immediate area.

3) FUTURE LAND USE MAP
A. The property has the SR (Suburban Residential) place type. Single family dwellings and duplexes are recommended as primary and secondary uses in this place type, respectively.
B. The SR placetype describes how existing areas tend to exhibit a pattern of curvilnear streets, long blocks and limited connectivity between neightborhoods and other non-residential areas. This layout is consistent with the Emory Chase neighborhood where the proposed development is located.

4) KNOXVILLE - FARRAGUT - KNOX COUNTY GROWTH POLICY PLAN
A. The subject property is within the Planned Growth Boundary. The purposes of the Planned Growth Boundary designation are to encourage a reasonably compact pattern of development, promote the expansion of the Knox County economy, offer a wide range of housing choices, and coordinate the actions of the public and private sectors, particularly with regard to the provision of adequate roads, utilities, schools, drainage and other public facilities and services. The proposed development is consistent with this description in the Growth Policy Plan.