Commission approves small rezoning to allow covered storage at Baggett property
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The Sullivan County Commission approved a partial rezoning request to reclassify a roughly 22-foot strip of James Baggett’s property from R‑1 to B‑3 to permit covered storage at his commercial storage yard; the amendment passed by voice vote with 21 in favor and 3 members absent.
The Sullivan County Commission on a voice vote approved an amendment to the county zoning map to rezone a narrow strip at the rear of property owned by James Baggett, allowing covered storage at an existing commercial storage yard.
Planner Mister Meade explained the application as “a rezoning request from R‑1 to B‑3,” saying the request affects “about a 22 foot strip” at the back of the parcel adjacent to Weaver Pike and Cano Hill so the owner can meet commercial setback requirements and install a cover over part of his storage yard. Applicant representation Wendy Baggett told the commission she was speaking for her husband and confirmed the 22‑foot extension was sought to accommodate covered RV storage.
Commissioner Crawford asked why the Bristol planning commission had issued a negative recommendation; Meade said the planning commission chose to remain consistent with its prior recommendation although the parcel in question is contiguous with existing B‑3 zoning and represents only a 22‑foot expansion rather than a new spot rezoning. Dr. Hopper and other commissioners asked clarifying questions about county right‑of‑way at Weaver Pike; Meade said the road is county‑maintained and that the property line—not a separate parcel line—defines the right‑of‑way in that location.
Chair Cassidy called for a vote on amendment number 1. The clerk reported the tally as "21 yes, 3 absent," and the chair announced the amendment was approved.
The action applies only to the narrow rear strip described in the staff presentation; no changes to the remainder of Baggett’s parcel were reported. Next procedural steps for the property (including any building permits or setback confirmations) were not specified during the meeting.