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Neighbors oppose setback variance; BZA grants relief for single‑family lot
Summary
After neighbors raised safety, erosion and property‑value concerns, the board approved variances reducing front and rear setbacks for a triangular lot, with the applicant arguing the lot is otherwise unbuildable.
The City of Knoxville Board of Zoning Appeals approved variances to reduce required setbacks for a proposed single‑family dwelling on a triangular lot, despite strong opposition from nearby residents.
Staff said the applicant requests two variances in an R‑1 zoning district: decreasing the minimum front setback from 25 feet to 15 feet and decreasing the minimum rear setback from 25 feet to 5 feet. Engineer Mohammed…
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