Subdivision

Concept Plan

6-SB-22-C

Recommended for approval
by the Planning Commission

Approve the requested variances and alternative design standards based on the justifications provided by the applicant, the recommendations of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works, and the proposal will not create a safety hazard.


See case notes below

Request

Property Info

Case Notes

What's next?

Applicant Request

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Subdivision
Brakebill Ridge
Lots
27 (Split)
Proposed Density
6.61 du/ac
Residential?
Yes - MF

Variances

VARIANCES
1. Reduce the minimum intersection separation between the proposed road and Suncrest Lane from 300' to 159'
2. Reduce the minimum intersection right-of-way radius on the north side of the proposed road at Brakebill Road from 25' to 0'
3. Reduce the minimum intersection pavement radius on the north side of the proposed road at Brakebill Road per Concept Plan condition #1
4. Reduce the minimum intersection radii for a private right-of-way and pavement at the T turnaround from 25' to 20'
5. Reduce the minimum depth of the private right-of-way at the T turnaround from 50' to 30'

ALTERNATIVE DESIGN STANDARDS REQUIRING KNOXVILLE-KNOX COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL
1. Reduce the minimum private right-of-way width from 50' to 40'
2. Reduce the minimum private right-of-way pavement width from 26' to 24'


Property Information

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Location
317 & 319 Brakebill Rd.

West side of Brakebill Road, south of Suncrest Ln

Commission District 8


Size
4.23 acres

Sector
East County

Currently on the Property
Vacant land

Growth Plan
Urban Growth Area

Case Notes

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Staff Recommendation
Approve the requested variances and alternative design standards based on the justifications provided by the applicant, the recommendations of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works, and the proposal will not create a safety hazard.

1) The intersection pavement (curb) radius on the north side of the proposed road shall be reduced to the minimum amount necessary with the design being reviewed and approved by Knox County Engineering and Public Works during the design plan phase.
2) Connection to sanitary sewer and meeting other relevant utility provider requirements.
3) Provision of street names consistent with the Uniform Street Naming and Addressing System within Knox County (County Ord. 91-1-102).
4) Installing a sidewalk along the Brakebill Road frontage per the requirements of Knox County Engineering and Public Works.
5) Revising the hammerhead turnaround per the requirements of Knox County Engineering and Public Works during the design plan phase.
6) Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Zoning Ordinance, including but not limited to the driveway and curb cut width standards in Article 3 (Off-Street Parking Requirements).
7) Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works and City of Knoxville Department of Engineering.
8) Prior to certification of the final plat for the subdivision, establish a property owners association responsible for the maintenance of the common areas, private right-of-way, amenities, and drainage system.
Disposition Summary
Approve the requested variances and alternative design standards based on the justifications provided by the applicant, the recommendations of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works, and the proposal will not create a safety hazard.

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

Brakebill Ridge

Southern Homes & Farms, LLC


Case History