Board grants corner-lot setback relief for Speckled Trout Lane parcel
Summary
The board approved a front-yard setback reduction to 14 feet for a corner lot at 7519 Speckled Trout Lane after the applicant's agent explained two frontages and unusual lot geometry made strict application of the code impractical. The decision was unanimous.
The Knox County Board of Zoning Appeals approved a reduction of the front-yard setback to 14 feet for a corner (key) lot at 7519 Speckled Trout Lane.
Ben Mullins, representing the applicant, described the lot as a corner parcel with dual frontages and unusual geometry that, under the current ordinance, effectively creates two front yards and constrains the building envelope. He said the driveway, shared detention features and frontage geometry combine to make a strict application of the setback requirement practically difficult. Chair Paul Huff and other members questioned whether the hardship was self-created; Mullins said the lot configuration and prior rezoning conditions constrained feasible building footprints. After discussion a motion to approve the requested relief carried with no opposition.
Codes staff confirmed the front-yard requirement applies to both street frontages. The motion and approval were limited to the dimensions and site plan presented; the board indicated any changes would need resubmittal or another hearing.
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