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Tazewell County Planning Commission approves Dustin Thomas subdivision with variances
Summary
The commission approved a subdivision of roughly 16 acres in Cedar Bluff, granting variances because the larger parcel lacks water and sewage hookups; the motion passed 4-0 and the larger tract may be recorded for farm land use.
The Tazewell County Planning Commission on Nov. 14 approved a subdivision plat for property owned by Dustin Thomas in the Ravens Nest Branch area of Cedar Bluff, granting variances because the larger remaining parcel lacks water and sewage disposal.
Jim Ribble of Alpha Land Surveyors presented the plat and said the proposal splits off about 16 acres for sale while Mr. Thomas would retain the lot with the house. Kenneth Dunford, director of county engineering, told the commission the larger tract does not have an approved means of water or sewage disposal and therefore needs a variance. County Attorney Chase Collins agreed and said the larger tract could be recorded for farm land use.
Member Jason Herndon moved to approve the subdivision with variances from the Sub-Division Ordinance provisions cited by staff; Member Anthony Ramella seconded. The motion passed 4-0, with Members Maggie Asbury and Robert Moss absent. The commission noted the required $106 subdivision fee must be paid.
The commission's action granted variances from Sub-Division Ordinance 8-19-03 Sec. 4-2 (land suitability and permanent sewage disposal) and Sec. 4-4-5 (private water and sewer must meet state and local regulatory requirements). The minutes record that the larger tract lacks on-site water and sewer service; the variance permits the parcel division despite that condition. The county attorney also indicated the larger tract can be recorded for farm land use as part of the approval.
Next steps include ensuring the $106 subdivision fee is paid and recording the approved plat and variance documentation with the county. The minutes do not specify additional conditions or a timetable for bringing water or sewer service to the larger parcel.
