Use On Review

8-J-08-UR

Recommended for approval
by the Planning Commission

APPROVE the development plan for a 45? extension on an existing 150? foot monopole telecommunications tower at this location, subject to 7 conditions:


See case notes below

Details

Request

Property Info

Case Notes

What's next?

Details of Action

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1. Maintaining the existing landscaping as shown on the previously approved landscape plan within six months of the tower becoming operational.
2. Since the FAA does not require any lighting for this facility, there shall be no lighting on the tower.
3. Installing a 6? high security fence around the tower and equipment area prior to the tower becoming operational.
4. At the time of the request for a building permit, posting a bond or other approved financial surety that would ensure the removal of the tower if it is abandoned.
5. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
6. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Zoning Ordinance.
7. Obtaining a setback variance from the Knox County Board of Zoning Appeals prior to development plan approval (215? to 207?) or reducing the height of the proposed tower extension to 188'.

With the conditions noted above, this request meets all requirements for approval of a use on review.

Applicant Request

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Property Information

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Location
13902 Schaad Rd

Southeast side of Schaad Rd., northeast of Tecoy Ln.

Commission District 6
Census Tract 47


Size
6.12 acres

Sector
Northwest City

Land Use Designation? LDR & SLPA


Currently on the Property
Residence and vacant

Growth Plan
Urban Growth Area

Case Notes

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Staff Recommendation
APPROVE the development plan for a 45? extension on an existing 150? foot monopole telecommunications tower at this location, subject to 7 conditions:
1. Maintaining the existing landscaping as shown on the previously approved landscape plan within six months of the tower becoming operational.
2. Since the FAA does not require any lighting for this facility, there shall be no lighting on the tower.
3. Installing a 6? high security fence around the tower and equipment area prior to the tower becoming operational.
4. At the time of the request for a building permit, posting a bond or other approved financial surety that would ensure the removal of the tower if it is abandoned.
5. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
6. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Zoning Ordinance.
7. Obtaining a setback variance from the Knox County Board of Zoning Appeals prior to development plan approval (215? to 207?) or reducing the height of the proposed tower extension to 188'.

With the conditions noted above, this request meets all requirements for approval of a use on review.
Disposition Summary
APPROVE the development plan for a 45? extension on an existing 150? foot monopole telecommunications tower at this location, subject to 7 conditions:
Details of Action
1. Maintaining the existing landscaping as shown on the previously approved landscape plan within six months of the tower becoming operational.
2. Since the FAA does not require any lighting for this facility, there shall be no lighting on the tower.
3. Installing a 6? high security fence around the tower and equipment area prior to the tower becoming operational.
4. At the time of the request for a building permit, posting a bond or other approved financial surety that would ensure the removal of the tower if it is abandoned.
5. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Department of Engineering and Public Works.
6. Meeting all applicable requirements of the Knox County Zoning Ordinance.
7. Obtaining a setback variance from the Knox County Board of Zoning Appeals prior to development plan approval (215? to 207?) or reducing the height of the proposed tower extension to 188'.

With the conditions noted above, this request meets all requirements for approval of a use on review.

What's next?

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As a Use On Review case, the Planning Commission's decision is final, and it will not be heard by a legislative body unless it is appealed.

The appeal deadline - September 13, 2008 - has passed.

The Process
Applicant

T-Mobile South / US Cellular


Case History