Planning commission approves Parcel 55 division and grants sidewalk variance with plat notes

The Farragut Planning Commission voted to approve both a variance and a final plat to divide Parcel 55 (tax map 152) into two lots, and added plat notes clarifying the scope of the variance.

Staff explained the parcel had been sold without a formal subdivision and described a prior rezoning and a board of zoning appeals variance on minimum lot size. The parcel is in an R-2 zone and the staff recommended separate votes on the sidewalk variance and on the final plat. Staff also recommended a plat note clarifying that the variance applies only to this plat and that the town reserves the right to construct a pedestrian facility along Turkey Creek Road at town expense if required in the future.

A motion to approve the variance was made and seconded; commissioners emphasized the need to add clear language that the town could install a sidewalk later. Applicant Dave Hall thanked staff for working through a lengthy process. The commission then moved on the final plat, approving two plat notes: (1) the lakeside existing structure on Tract 2 may remain provided its existing footprint is not altered except for complete removal, and (2) the town reserves the right to build a pedestrian facility along the frontage at taxpayer expense. Both motions passed unanimously.

The approvals allow the property owners to pursue building permits consistent with the plat and conditions; staff warned that if the lakeside structure is removed and rebuilt it will need to meet right‑of‑way and setback requirements and could not maintain the same footprint without complying with current standards.