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Knoxville BZA denies homeowner’s request for second driveway, finds lack of hardship
Summary
A homeowner’s request to reduce the lot frontage requirement to allow a second driveway (VCA250058) was denied for lack of a qualifying hardship; the board recommended pursuing a circular driveway or other permitted options with staff instead.
The City Board of Zoning Appeals denied a variance request to reduce the minimum required lot frontage for a second driveway from 150 feet to 121 feet for a single-family property (case VCA250058), finding no practical hardship tied to the lot’s physical characteristics.
Jamie Nicholas, the applicant, told the board the additional driveway would provide room for visiting family and safer on-site parking during events and holidays. “I want them to park... I don't want to make no noise…
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