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This is a compilation of various standards for the counties and municipalities we serve. We try to keep these up to date, but as each planning district may change its regs at any time, it is in your best interest to check. As the Russian Proverb (quoted by Ronald Reagan) goes, β€œTrust, but Verify.” Anderson | Blount | Campbell | Claiborne | Cocke | Grainger | Greene | Hamblen | Hancock | Hawkins | Jefferson | Knox | Loudon | Monroe | Roane | Sevier | Union Anderson Subdivision Requirements ( see regs ) Classification of Street of Access Public Water and Sewer (PUD) Public Water and Sewer ( subdivision ) Public Water and No Sewer No Public Water or Sewer Road Frontage 25β€² 25β€² 50β€² 50β€² Minimum Lot Size 7,500 sq β€˜ 12,000 sq β€˜ 22,000 sq β€˜ 3 acres per subdivision regulations Blount Blount County ( see regs ) Cannot divide on private road. Subdivision Requirements ( see regs ) Classification of Street of Access Frontage on Street of Access Lot Width at Building Line Lot Area w/Public Water and Sewer (sf) Lot Area w/o Public Sewer (sf) Lot Area w/o Public Water and with or w/o Sewer Primary Major Art (A-1) 400’* 100β€² 43,000 43,000 43,000 Major Arterial (A-2) 200’* 100β€² 43,000 43,000 43,000 Minor Arterial (A-3) 150’* 100β€² 30,000 32,670 35,000 Collector (C) 100β€² 75β€² 21,780 32,670 35,000 Residential and Other 50β€² 75β€² 21,780 32,670 35,000 Interior One Lot 25β€² 75β€² 21,780 32,670 35,000 per subdivision regulations Zoning Requirements ( see regs ) Minimum Front Building Setback Line (Principal Arterials) Minimum Front Building Setback Line (Major Arterials) Minimum Front Building Setback Line (Local Access) Side Setback Rear Setback 60β€² 40β€² 30β€² 10β€² 20β€² R-1, R-2, and C Zones Maryville ( see regs ) Zone Area in ft² Residential 7,000 ft² R w/o sewer 30,000 ft² R well & septic 35,000 ft² Environmental conservation 40,000 ft² Business & Transportation (residential) 5,000 ft² Business & Transportation no minimum Central Community (residential) 5,000 ft² Central Community no minimum Single Family 11,000 ft² Office 5,000 ft² Neighborhood 5,000 ft² Residential Oak Park HD 16,000 ft² College Hill HD 14,000 ft² Estate 43,560 ft² Building Setbacks Front (note 1) Side Rear Residential Uses (Notes 2 & 6) ___ Estate Zone 30β€² 10β€² (note 3) 25β€² ___ Other 25β€² 10β€² 20β€² Commercial Uses (Note 2) 20β€² None (notes 4 & 5) None (notes 4 & 5) Industrial Uses 60β€² 50β€² 60β€² 1. All setbacks along street right-of-way property lines shall be considered a β€œfront” setback even if there are multiple β€œfront” setbacks on a lot. 2. Setback from a collector – forty (40) feet; setback from an arterial fifty (50) feet. 3. In estate zone side setbacks shall be fifteen (15) feet for dwelling with more than one (1) story. 4. If commercial uses are adjacent to residential uses – ten (10) feet side and/or ten (10) feet rear. 5. Gasoline pump island and canopy supports setback from collector or arterial – thirty-five (35) feet. 6. Setbacks within Impact Overlay Districts and Planned Unit Developments shall be established by BZA on review of the proposed site plan Campbell Zoning Requirements ( see regs ) Public Water & Sewer Public Water & alt sewer Public Water septic No Pubic Utilities NOT on Public Waterway No Pubic Utilities on Public Waterway Road Frontage 50β€² 50β€² 100β€² n/a n/a Minimum Area 7,500 ft² 20,000 ft² 20,000 ft² 1 acre 2 acres In the case of electric transmission lines where easement widths are not established, the building setback lines from the center of the lines shall be as follows: 46kV = 37.5β€² | 69kV = 50β€² | 161 kV or greater = 75β€² Claiborne Claiborne County ( see regs ) Street Frontage: 40β€² of β€œusable” (30β€² on cul-de-sac) Lot Slope Minimum Width at Setback Line Min. Area w/ Public Water & Sewer Min. Area Without Public Sewerage Min. Area Private Source Water 0-29.9% 75β€² 7,500 ft² n/a n/a 40β€² n/a 20,000 ft² n/a 100β€² n/a n/a 25,000 ft² Minimum Size Lot Slope Minimum Front Building Setback Line (arterials) Minimum Front Building Setback Line (Major Collectors) Minimum Front Building Setback Line (Local Access) Side and Rear Setback Line 0-29.9% 50β€² 40β€² 30β€² 10β€² Setbacks In the case of electric transmission lines where easement widths are not established, the building setback lines from the center of the lines shall be as follows: 46kV = 37.5β€² | 69kV = 50β€² | 131 kV or greater = 75β€² Cocke Cocke County Cannot divide on private road. Public Water & Sewer Public Water septic No Pubic Utilities Road Frontage* 100β€² 100β€² 100β€² Minimum Area 15,000 ft² 32,670 ft² (3/4 ac) 43,560 ft² (1 ac) Minimum Lot Width 75β€² 100β€² 150β€² *50β€² for flag lots (β€œ pole ” cannot reduce below 50β€²) – 75β€² for lots with existing sewer Corner Lots shall require a side yard building setback line of tweny (20) feet from the intersection street right of way. In the case of electric transmission lines where easement widths are not established, the building setback lines from the center of the lines shall be as follows: 46kV = 37.5β€² | 69kV = 50β€² | 161 kV or greater = 75β€² Utility and Drainage: 10β€² along all lot lines Newport (2011 planning & 2007 zoning) Residential Lots Public Water & Sewer Public Water septic No Pubic Utilities Minimum Area 7,500 ft² 15,000 ft² 2 acres Minimum Lot Width 75β€² 100β€² 200β€² *50β€² for flag lots (β€œ pole ” cannot reduce below 50β€²) – 75β€² for lots with existing sewer Corner Lots shall require a side yard building setback line of thirty (30) feet from the side street. In the case of electric transmission lines where easement widths are not established, the building setback lines from the center of the lines shall be as follows: 46kV = 37.5β€² | 69kV = 50β€² | 161 kV or greater = 75β€² Minimum Lot Size Minimum Yard Requirements From Property Lines (feet) District Area in ft² Ft² / additional Family Lot width @ build setback Front Yard* Side Yard* Rear Yard* Max Structure Height R-1 7,500 ft² 7,500 ft² 75β€² 30β€² 12β€² ** 30β€² 35β€² R-2 7,500 ft² 3,000 ft² 75β€² 30β€² 12β€² ** 25β€² 35β€² M-R 7,500 ft² 3,000 ft² 75β€² 30β€² 12β€² ** 25β€² 35β€² P-1 7,500 ft² 3,000 ft² 75β€² 30β€² 12β€² ** 25β€² 35β€² C-1 0 0 0 35β€² *** C-2 30β€² 15β€² 25β€² 35β€² *** C-3 30β€² 15β€² 25β€² 35β€² *** M-1 30β€² 20β€² 25β€² 55β€² M-2 40β€² 25β€² 25β€² 55β€² A-1 5 acres 150β€² 50β€² 50β€² 50β€² 55β€² *Different setback requirements stated in Sections 308, 310, 311, and 601 through 609 shall take precedence over the above stated requirements. ** Structures greater than twenty (20) feet in height shall meet a fifteen (15) foot setback. *** Height limits may be increased to fifty-five (55) feet if an internal fire protection system and fire hydrants are installed. Grainger Grainger County ( See Regs ) Public Water & Sewer Public Water septic No Pubic Utilities NOT on Public Waterway Road Frontage 40β€² 50β€² 75β€² Minimum Area 10,000 ft² 20,000 ft² 30,000 ft² Minimum Lot Width 75β€² 80β€² 100β€² In the case of electric transmission lines where easement widths are not established, the building setback lines from the center of the lines shall be as follows: 46kV = 37.5β€² | 69kV = 50β€² | 161 kV or greater = 75β€² Greene Hamblen Morristown District Area in ft² Density Lot width @ build setback Front Yard Side Yard Rear Yard Perimeter Max Structure Height R-1 15,000 ft² 90β€² 25β€² 15β€² 25β€² 35β€² RP-1 25β€² 25’/0 25’/0 25β€² 45β€² RD-1 5,500 ft² 25β€² 8β€² 25β€² 25β€² RD-2 10,000 ft² / 11,000 ft² / 14.500 ft² 25β€² 10/15/20 per story 25β€² 35β€² R-2 7,500 ft² / 11,000 ft² / 14.500 ft² 12 unit/ac 25β€² 10β€² single 20β€² duplexΒ  25β€² 35β€² R-3 5,500 ft² / 11,000 ft² / 3+ dwellings = 20/ acre 25β€² 10β€² 20β€² OMP-R 65β€² 35β€² 10β€² or 15β€² 30β€² 35β€² OMP 65β€² 35β€² 10β€² or 15β€² 30β€² 45β€² LB 20β€² 50β€² or 10β€² 20β€² 35β€² IB 65β€² 35β€² 15β€² 10β€² or 20β€² 45β€² CB 5β€² 5β€² 0β€² or 10β€² 45β€² LI 50β€² or 35β€² 5β€² or 10β€² 20β€² 45β€² ALI 50β€² or 35β€² 5β€² or 10β€² 20β€² 55β€² + HI 50β€² or 35β€² 5β€² or 10β€² 20β€² 55β€² + MHP see regs TA 35β€² 20β€² 30β€² 35β€² MUD 5 acres see regs PCD 5 acres see regs A-1 GOD *Different setback requirements stated in Sections 308, 310, 311, and 601 through 609 shall take precedence over the above stated requirements. ** Structures greater than twenty (20) feet in height shall meet a fifteen (15) foot setback. *** Height limits may be increased to fifty-five (55) feet if an internal fire protection system and fire hydrants are installed. Hancock Hawkins Hawkins County Minor Residential and Collector Streets All Other Streets Front Building Setback Line 30β€² 40β€² Side Setback Line Minimum of 6β€² and a sum of 15β€² Minimum of 6β€² and a sum of 15β€² The size and widths of lots shall in no case be less than the minimum requirements of any zoning ordinance in effect. Residential Lots With Public Sewer Public Water & septic Without Public Water & Septic Minimum Area 7,500 ft² 20,000 ft²* 30,000 ft²* Minimum Lot Width 60β€² 40β€² 200β€² Minimum Width at Setback Line not specified 80β€² 80β€² *Greater area may be required for private sewage disposal if, in the opinion of the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, there are factors of drainage, soil condition or other conditions to cause potential health problems. Jefferson Jefferson City Districts Minimum Lot Size (ft²) Front Setback Side Setback Rear Setback Minimum Lot Width Maximum Height of Structures R-1 10,890 ft² 30β€² 15β€² 30β€² 50β€² R-2 7,500 ft² + 3000 ft² per unit 30β€² 8β€² /story 25β€² 50β€² 60β€² R-3 6,000 ft² 25β€² 10β€² 10β€² β€” PUD Requirement P-1 β€” 30β€² 10β€² 25β€² β€” 60β€² P-2 β€” 30β€² 10β€² 25β€² β€” 60β€² B-1 β€” 30β€² 10β€² 25β€² β€” 60β€² B-2 Non-residential lots shall be at least 7,500 sq. ft. in area and large enough to accommodate any proposed buildings, off-street parking, and open space. β€” β€” β€” β€” 60β€² B-3 β€” 30β€² 10β€² 25β€² β€” 60β€² B-4 10 acres see section 785.6 β€” 60β€² M-1 β€” 30β€² 20β€² 25β€² β€” 60β€² M-2 β€” 30β€² 20β€² 25β€² β€” 60β€² AF-1 5 acres 30β€² 30β€² 25β€² β€” 60β€² ** if septic is needed, the minimum lot size in 40,000 ft² Jefferson County ( see reg & amendments ) Cannot divide on private road. Residential Lots Public Water & Public Sewer Public Water & septic Without Public Water & Septic Minimum Area 10,000 ft² 20,000 ft²* 40,000 ft²* Minimum Width at Setback Line 75β€² 100β€² 150β€² Minimum Front Setback (from center of existing county roads) 55’** 55’** 55’** Minimum Rear Setback 10β€² 10β€² 10β€² Minimum Side Setback 10β€² 10β€² 10β€² *Greater area may be required for private sewage disposal if, in the opinion of the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, there are factors of drainage, soil condition or other conditions to cause potential health problems. **The planning commission may require a smaller building setback line if the road has an existing right of way of 50β€² or more. Building Site Requirements (to be shown on plat) per Resolution R2022I 7% of total property (30β€² x 40’ min) Situated within the lot setbacks Outside of a special flood hazard area β€œfree of excessive rock formations” Not needed for septic drain fields or reserve area Have an average slope not to exceed 10% Land below the 1002’ contour on Douglas Lake shall not be included when computing total lot sizes. Additional Lot requirements β€œExcept for lots on approved public easements, each Lot must front for 50 feet on an existing county road or a road proposed for public acceptance… Flag lot stems and/or the property that will contain the driveway shall meet the slope requirements for minor collector and local streets (12% grade and planning can give exception up to 15% grade β€œA permanent easement crossing no more than one property may be allowed as the necessary access for the creation of no more than one lot. The easement shall front on a public road for twenty-five (25) and be twenty-five (25) feet in width throughout its length. This easement shall meet the slope requirements for minor collector and local streets.” Knox See here for zoning and subdivision regulations. Farragut District Area in ft² Lot width @ build setback Front Yard* Side Yard* Rear Yard* Max Structure Height A 5 acres 100β€² 50β€² 25β€² 35β€² 35β€² B-1 – – – – – – R-1 20,000 ft² 75β€² 35β€² 15β€² (sum of 40β€²) 20β€² 35β€² OSMR 5 acres – see regs 12β€² 25β€² 35β€² R-1-S-A 1 acre – 35 15β€² (sum of 50β€²) 25 35β€² R-2 15,000 ft² w/ sewer 25,000 ft² w/o sewer 75β€² 30β€² 10β€² (sum of 30β€²) 25 35β€² OSR R-3 R-4 R-5 R-6 C-1 NCC BD-4 O-1 O-1-3 OS-P S-1 FPD HOZ T OD-RE/E O-1-5 PCD TCD OSMFR Loudon Loudon County ( see regs ) Subdivision Requirements per subdivision regulations Public Water & Sewer Public Water septic No Pubic Utilities NOT on Public Waterway Minimum Area 7,500 ft² not specified TBD by planning Minimum Lot Width 75β€² not specified 200β€² per subdivision regulations Zoning Requirements Zoning District Minimum Lot Size (ft²) Front Setback Side Setback Rear Setback Minimum Lot Width A-1, Agricultural 43,560 ft² (1 acre ) 50β€² 20β€² 35β€² 150β€² A-2, Rural Residential 43,560 ft² (1 acre ) 40β€² 20β€² 30β€² 100β€² R-1, Suburban Residential 20,000 ft² 30β€² 15β€² 25β€² 100β€² C-1, Rural Center District Residential: 15,000 ft² w/ public water 43,560 ft² w/o public water Commercial: 22,000 ft² w/ public water 43,560 ft² w/o public water* 30β€² 20β€² 25β€² 100β€² C-2, General Commercial District 20,000 ft² w/ public water 3 acres w/o public water 30β€² 20β€² 20’** 100β€² M-1, General Industrial District 2 acres w/ public water 5 acres w/o public water 30β€² 20’*** 30β€² 150β€² F-1, Floodway District none β€” β€” β€” β€” O-1, Office-Professional District 40’/50β€² 20’/25β€² 25β€² 100β€² *requires planning approval. ** 30β€² where vehicle access provided. ***50β€² where side yards are adjacent to suburban-residential, rural residential, or rural center districts In the case of electric transmission lines where easement widths are not established, the building setback lines from the center of the lines shall be as follows: 46kV = 37.5β€² | 69kV = 50β€² | 161 kV or greater = 75β€² Lenoir City District Area in ft² w/ water & Sewer Area in ft² 2 family w/ water & Sewer Area Ft² / w/o public sewer* Lot width @ build setback Front Yard* Side Yard* Rear Yard* Max Structure Height R-1 15,000 ft² 20,000 ft² 15,000 ft² 100β€² 30β€² 10’/15’/20β€² per story 35β€² 40β€² R-2 7,125 ft² 10,000 ft²** 15,000 ft² 50β€² 20β€² 6’/8’/10β€² per story 15β€² 40β€² R-3 7,125 ft² 10,000 ft²** 15,000 ft² 50β€² 20β€² 6’/8’/10β€² per story 15β€² 40β€² C-1 50β€² 25β€² 10’/12’/20β€² per story 10β€² C-2 C-3 50β€² 30β€² 10’/12’/15β€² per story 15β€² see regs M-1 30β€² 10’/12’/20β€² per story 20β€² M-2 40β€² 12’/20’/25β€² per story 20β€² F-1 C-4 50β€² 30’*** 15’/20’/25β€² per story 20β€² 55β€² R-1-S 15,000 ft² 15,000 ft² 100β€² 30β€² 10’/15’/20β€² per story 35β€² 40β€² HZ O-1 100β€² 30’/40β€² per story 20’/25β€² per story 25β€² 2 stories or 25β€² R-4 10,000 ft² **** 15,000 ft² n/a 50β€² 25β€² 10β€² 20β€² 3 stories or 40β€² PDD see regs *Minimum lot area for single-family dwelling unit not served by public sewer system shall be dependent upon Health Department approval after appropriate soils tests have been conducted, but in no case shall the lot area be less than 15,000 square feet; for two-family dwelling unit the minimum lot area if not served by a public sewer system shall be 20,000 square feet but may be increased if required by appropriate soils test conducted by the Health Department. ** Minimum lot area for multi-family dwelling unit (3 units or more) which is served by public water and sewer – 12,000 feet, plus 2,000 square feet for each additional unit over three (3), up to a maximum of 18 units per acre . No multi-family structure shall be allowed unless such structure(s) is served by a public sewer system approved by the Tennessee Department of Public Health and the Lenoir City Utilities Board. ***Minimum depth of front yard – 30 feet (the minimum setback requirement shall not apply to overhead canopies (open on four sides) utilized for automotive refueling systems ancillary to service stations, or convenient shops. In no case however, shall said canopies be located within ten (10) feet of any fronting property line. **** maximum density is 8 units per acre Monroe Roane District Minimum Lot Area Minimum Road Frontage Lot width @ build setback Front Yard main/acc Side Yard main/acc Rear Yard main/acc Max Structure Height A-1 1 acre 75β€² 100β€² 30’/30β€² 10’/5β€² 10’/5β€² 35’* A-2 0.5 acre 50β€² 100β€² 30’/30β€² 10’/5β€² 10’/5β€² 35’* R-1 20,000 ft² 30 100β€² 30’/30β€² 10’/5β€² 10’/5β€² 35’* R-2 20,000 ft² 50β€² 100β€² 30’/30β€² 10’/5β€² 10’/5β€² 35’* R-3 0.5 acre 100β€² 125β€² 30’/30β€² 10’/5β€² 10’/5β€² 35’* MHP see regs C-1 see regs 100β€² 100β€² 30’/30β€² 10’/5β€² 15’/5β€² C-2 see regs 100β€² 100β€² 0 or 50’** 10β€² 15β€² RB see regs 50β€² 50β€² 30β€² 10’/12’/15β€² per story 15β€² see regs OI see regs 50β€² 50β€² 30β€² 15β€² 20β€² I-1 1 acre 50β€² 100β€² 60β€² 25β€² 30β€² I-2 1 acre 50β€² 100β€² 60β€² 25β€² 30β€² I-3 1 acre 50β€² 100β€² 60β€² 25β€² 30β€² PUD 15,000 ft² 100β€² 30β€² 10’/15’/20β€² per story 35β€² 40β€² R-4 see regs F-1 see regs *unless sprinkled; ** from property line / arterial or collector street Sevier Sevier County ( see regs ) β€œNormal” Design Front Setbacks Residential, Cul-de-sac & Minor Access Roads 20β€² Minor Collector Roads 20β€² Major Collector Roads 40β€² Arterial Roads & Highways 50β€² Zoning District Side & Rear Setback PUD (Exterior Setback) A-1, R-1, R-2M, R-2, C-1, C-2 10β€² 25β€² I-1, CS 10β€² 25β€² Zoning District Minimum Lot Size (ft²) Floor Area Ratio (FAR) A-1, Agricultural 30,000 ft² n/a R-1, Rural Residential 30,000 ft² or 25,000 ft² with public water n/a R-2M, Medium Density Residential 15,000 ft² n/a R-2, High Density Residential 7,500 ² 1.0 C-1, Rural Commercial * 1.0 C-2, General Commercial * 1.0 I-1, Industrial 43,560 ft² (1 acre ) with Health Dept. approval 1.0 *All lots shall be adequately sized to accommodate necessary parking regulations, setbacks, buffer, and soil requirements for any on-site septic disposal. However, minimum lot size required within this zoning district is subject to the utility restrictions found in Section 602.2. Zoning District Minimum Frontage Requirement A-1, Agricultural 50β€² * R-1, Rural Residential 50β€² & lot must be at least 75β€² wide at setback line * R-2M, Medium Density Residential 50β€² & lot must be at least 75β€² wide at setback line R-2, High Density Residential 50β€² & lot must be 75β€² wide at setback line C-1, Rural Commercial 50β€² C-2, General Commercial 50β€² I-1, Industrial 50β€² *Property in A-1 and R-1 zoning districts which have no public water supply shall require a minimum lot width of one- hundred (100) feet at the building setback line. Critical Slope (lots with an average slope of 30% or greater) Water Supply Minimum Separation No supply 200β€² (100β€² side and rear setbacks) 500 gpm/ 30 min 100β€² (50β€² side and rear setbacks) 750 gpm/ 30 min or more 50β€² (25β€² side and rear setbacks) Average Slope Minimum Lot Size 30% – 49.9% 2 acres 50% + 3 acres Gatlinburg ( see re gs ) Zone Average Slope of Lot (%)* Minimum Lot Area Density Frontage Width Front setback Side setback Rear setback Average height Maximum** height R-1 & R1-A 0% to 19% 15,000 ft² (.34 acre ) FAR 0.5 50β€² (1) 25β€² (2) 15β€² (4) 20β€² 36β€² 48β€² (3) R-2 &R-2A 20% to 29% 32,671 ft² (3/4 acre ) FAR 0.5 50β€² (1) 25β€² (2) 15β€² (4) 20β€² 48β€² 60β€² (3) 30% to 49% 43,560 ft² (1 acre ) R-3 50% + 87,120 ft² (2 acres) FAR 1.0 50β€² (1) 25β€² (2) 15β€² (4) 20β€² 48β€² 60β€² (3) C-1 FAR 2.0 10β€² 0β€² 0β€² 48β€² (5) 60β€² (3)(5) C-2 FAR 2.0 15β€² 0β€² 0β€² 72β€² 84β€² (3) C-3 FAR 5.0 30β€² 10β€² 20β€² 24β€² 36β€² (3) C-4 48β€² 60β€² (3) C-5 FAR 0.5 30β€² 10β€² 20β€² 24β€² 36β€² (3) C-6 FAR 0.5 48β€² 60β€² (3) EC FAR 2.0 10β€² 0β€² 0β€² 48β€² 60β€² (3) Average slopes in excess of 30% grade as verified by a licensed surveyor or engineer, shall require a certified analysis and site specific recommendation from a registered soils engineer (geotechnical engineer) licensed to practice in the State of Tennessee. ** Maximum height shall be determined from the lowest, adjacent finished grade to the roof height as determined by this ordinance. Footnotes: All lots with natural average slopes of 30% and greater, must have a minimum of 100 feet of street frontage. May be reduced to 10 feet if fronting on a 50 ft. right-of-way, 15 feet on a 40 ft. right-of-way, and 20 feet on a 30 ft. right-of-way if the natural topography is thirty(30) percent or greater, and the on-site parking and turnaround area is maintained per ordinance requirements. No portion of the building may extend above this line, except steeples, elevator shafts, stairways and similar structures; and that portion of the roof above the average roof height when the average original grade is 30 percent or greater. An additional 7.5 feet of side yard setback shall be required for each additional building floor above two (2) stories, up to a 25β€² side yard setback. The C-2 District height limits may be utilized by developments in the C-1 District, if the development meets the on-site Pigeon Forge ( see regs ) Zone Minimum Lot Area Minimum Lot Area per addition Frontage Width Front setback Side setback (each) Rear setback Maximum** height R-1 10,000 ft² 10,000 ft² 70β€² (1) 30β€² 15β€² *** 25β€² *** 35β€² R-2 3,500 ft² 3,500 ft² 60β€² (1) 30β€² 8β€² /story *** 25β€² *** 35β€² C-1 FAR not greater than 1.0 35β€² per building code per building code 80β€² C-2 FAR not greater than 1.0 35β€² per building code per building code 80β€² C-3 FAR not greater than 1.0 35β€² 20β€² 20β€² 70β€² C-4 Arterial Streets 25β€² 25β€² 25β€² 85’**** Collector Streets 25β€² 25β€² 25β€² 48’**** Residential Streets 25β€² 25β€² 25β€² 35’**** M-1 FAR not greater than 1.0 30β€² 20β€² 25β€² 75’**** C-5(a) none 50β€² **** 50β€² **** 50β€² **** Buildings 70β€² Rides 200β€² C-5(b) none 15β€² **** 15β€² **** 15β€² **** 70β€² C-6 FAR not greater than 1.0 35’*(a) per building code **** per building code **** 70β€² C-7 none 10β€² 10β€² 10β€² Buildings 80β€² Rides **** Except no setback on 441 and setback are measured from the center line of the street ** Except on cul-de-sac *** Accessory structures – Section 508 **** Structure and amusement setbacks of Sections 709.5, 709.10, 706.2.1, & 712.3.2 apply. 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We try to keep these up to date, but as each planning district may change its regs at any time, it is in your best interest to check. As the Russian Proverb (quoted by Ronald Reagan) goes, β€œTrust, but Verify.” [Anderson](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Anderson) \| [Blount](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Blount) \| [Campbell](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#campbell) \| [Claiborne](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Claiborne) \| [Cocke](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Cocke) \| [Grainger](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Grainger) \| [Greene](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Greene) \| [Hamblen](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Hamblen) \| [Hancock](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Hancock) \| [Hawkins](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Hawkins) \| [Jefferson](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Jefferson) \| [Knox](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Knox) \| [Loudon](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Loudon) \| [Monroe](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Monroe) \| [Roane](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Roane) \| [Sevier](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Sevier) \| [Union](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Union) ## Anderson #### Subdivision Requirements ([see regs](https://andersoncountyplanning.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/2017-Anderson-County-Subdivision-Regs.pdf)) | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---| | Classification of Street of Access | Public Water and Sewer (PUD) | Public Water and Sewer ([subdivision](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/subdivision/)) | Public Water and No Sewer | No Public Water or Sewer | | Road Frontage | 25β€² | 25β€² | 50β€² | 50β€² | | Minimum Lot Size | 7,500 sq β€˜ | 12,000 sq β€˜ | 22,000 sq β€˜ | 3 acres | per [subdivision](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/subdivision/) regulations ## Blount ### Blount County ([see regs](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/#Blount)) **Cannot divide on private road.** #### Subdivision Requirements ([see regs](https://www.blounttn.gov/DocumentCenter/View/25237/Subdivision-Regulations)) | | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---| | Classification of Street of Access | Frontage on Street of Access | Lot Width at Building Line | Lot Area w/Public Water and Sewer (sf) | Lot Area w/o Public Sewer (sf) | Lot Area w/o Public Water and with or w/o Sewer | | Primary Major Art (A-1) | 400’\* | 100β€² | 43,000 | 43,000 | 43,000 | | Major Arterial (A-2) | 200’\* | 100β€² | 43,000 | 43,000 | 43,000 | | Minor Arterial (A-3) | 150’\* | 100β€² | 30,000 | 32,670 | 35,000 | | Collector (C) | 100β€² | 75β€² | 21,780 | 32,670 | 35,000 | | Residential and Other | 50β€² | 75β€² | 21,780 | 32,670 | 35,000 | | Interior One Lot | 25β€² | 75β€² | 21,780 | 32,670 | 35,000 | per [subdivision](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/subdivision/) regulations #### Zoning Requirements ([see regs](https://www.blounttn.gov/DocumentCenter/View/25012/Zoning-Regulations-PDF)) | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---| | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (Principal Arterials) | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (Major Arterials) | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (Local Access) | Side Setback | Rear Setback | | 60β€² | 40β€² | 30β€² | 10β€² | 20β€² | R-1, R-2, and C Zones ### Maryville ([see regs](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/#Blount)) | | | |---|---| | Zone | Area in ft\² | | Residential | 7,000 ft\² | | R w/o sewer | 30,000 ft\² | | R well & septic | 35,000 ft\² | | Environmental conservation | 40,000 ft\² | | Business & Transportation (residential) | 5,000 ft\² | | Business & Transportation | no minimum | | Central Community (residential) | 5,000 ft\² | | Central Community | no minimum | | Single Family | 11,000 ft\² | | Office | 5,000 ft\² | | Neighborhood | 5,000 ft\² | | Residential Oak Park HD | 16,000 ft\² | | College Hill HD | 14,000 ft\² | | Estate | 43,560 ft\² | | | | | | |---|---|---|---| | **Building Setbacks** | Front (note 1) | Side | Rear | | Residential Uses (Notes 2 & 6) | | | | | \_\_\_ Estate Zone | 30β€² | 10β€² (note 3) | 25β€² | | \_\_\_ Other | 25β€² | 10β€² | 20β€² | | Commercial Uses (Note 2) | 20β€² | None (notes 4 & 5) | None (notes 4 & 5) | | Industrial Uses | 60β€² | 50β€² | 60β€² | 1\. All setbacks along street right-of-way property lines shall be considered a β€œfront” setback even if there are multiple β€œfront” setbacks on a lot. 2\. Setback from a collector – forty (40) feet; setback from an arterial fifty (50) feet. 3\. In estate zone side setbacks shall be fifteen (15) feet for dwelling with more than one (1) story. 4\. If commercial uses are adjacent to residential uses – ten (10) feet side and/or ten (10) feet rear. 5\. Gasoline pump island and canopy supports setback from collector or arterial – thirty-five (35) feet. 6\. Setbacks within Impact Overlay Districts and Planned Unit Developments shall be established by BZA on review of the proposed site plan ## Campbell #### Zoning Requirements ([see regs](https://storage.googleapis.com/idx-acnt-gs.ihouseprd.com/AR716570/file_manager/Lake%20Restriction%20Files/Campbellco-subregsadopted2011.pdf)) | | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---| | | Public Water & Sewer | Public Water & alt sewer | Public Water septic | No Pubic Utilities NOT on Public Waterway | No Pubic Utilities on Public Waterway | | Road Frontage | 50β€² | 50β€² | 100β€² | n/a | n/a | | Minimum Area | 7,500 ft\² | 20,000 ft\² | 20,000 ft\² | 1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 2 acres | | | | | | |---|---|---|---| | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (arterials) | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (Major Collectors) | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (Local Access) | Side and Rear Setback Line | | 50β€² | 40β€² | 30β€² | n/a | In the case of electric transmission lines where easement widths are not established, the [building setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) lines from the center of the lines shall be as follows: 46kV = 37.5β€² \| 69kV = 50β€² \| 161 kV or greater = 75β€² ## Claiborne ### Claiborne County ([see regs](https://claibornecountytn.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/2021-Claiborne-County-Subdivision-Regulations001.pdf)) Street Frontage: 40β€² of β€œusable” (30β€² on cul-de-sac) | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---| | Lot [Slope](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/slope/) | Minimum Width at Setback Line | Min. Area w/ Public Water & Sewer | Min. Area Without Public Sewerage | Min. Area Private Source Water | | 0-29.9% | 75β€² | 7,500 ft\² | n/a | n/a | | | 40β€² | n/a | 20,000 ft\² | n/a | | | 100β€² | n/a | n/a | 25,000 ft\² | Minimum Size | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---| | Lot [Slope](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/slope/) | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (arterials) | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (Major Collectors) | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (Local Access) | Side and Rear Setback Line | | 0-29.9% | 50β€² | 40β€² | 30β€² | 10β€² | Setbacks In the case of electric transmission lines where easement widths are not established, the [building setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) lines from the center of the lines shall be as follows: 46kV = 37.5β€² \| 69kV = 50β€² \| 131 kV or greater = 75β€² ## Cocke ### Cocke County ****Cannot divide on private road.**** | | | | | |---|---|---|---| | | Public Water & Sewer | Public Water septic | No Pubic Utilities | | Road Frontage\* | 100β€² | 100β€² | 100β€² | | Minimum Area | 15,000 ft\² | 32,670 ft\² (3/4 ac) | 43,560 ft\² (1 ac) | | Minimum Lot Width | 75β€² | 100β€² | 150β€² | \*50β€² for flag lots (β€œ[pole](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/pole/)” cannot reduce below 50β€²) – 75β€² for lots with existing sewer | | | | | |---|---|---|---| | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (arterials & Highways) | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (Major Collectors) | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (Minor Collector and Residential) | Side Setback Line | | 50β€² | 40β€² | 30β€² | 15β€² | Corner Lots shall require a side yard [building setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) line of tweny (20) feet from the intersection street right of way. In the case of electric transmission lines where easement widths are not established, the [building setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) lines from the center of the lines shall be as follows: 46kV = 37.5β€² \| 69kV = 50β€² \| 161 kV or greater = 75β€² Utility and Drainage: 10β€² along all lot lines ### Newport (2011 planning & 2007 zoning) | | | | | |---|---|---|---| | **Residential Lots** | Public Water & Sewer | Public Water septic | No Pubic Utilities | | Minimum Area | 7,500 ft\² | 15,000 ft\² | 2 acres | | Minimum Lot Width | 75β€² | 100β€² | 200β€² | \*50β€² for flag lots (β€œ[pole](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/pole/)” cannot reduce below 50β€²) – 75β€² for lots with existing sewer | | | | | |---|---|---|---| | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (arterials & Highways) | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (Major Collectors) | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (Minor Collector and Residential) | Side Setback Line | | 50β€² | 40β€² | 30β€² | 15β€² | Corner Lots shall require a side yard [building setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) line of thirty (30) feet from the side street. In the case of electric transmission lines where easement widths are not established, the [building setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) lines from the center of the lines shall be as follows: 46kV = 37.5β€² \| 69kV = 50β€² \| 161 kV or greater = 75β€² | | | |---|---| | **Minimum Lot Size** | **Minimum Yard Requirements From Property Lines (feet)** | | | | | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | District | Area in ft\² | Ft\² / additional Family | Lot width @ build setback | Front Yard\* | Side Yard\* | Rear Yard\* | Max Structure Height | | R-1 | 7,500 ft\² | 7,500 ft\² | 75β€² | 30β€² | 12β€² \*\* | 30β€² | 35β€² | | R-2 | 7,500 ft\² | 3,000 ft\² | 75β€² | 30β€² | 12β€² \*\* | 25β€² | 35β€² | | M-R | 7,500 ft\² | 3,000 ft\² | 75β€² | 30β€² | 12β€² \*\* | 25β€² | 35β€² | | P-1 | 7,500 ft\² | 3,000 ft\² | 75β€² | 30β€² | 12β€² \*\* | 25β€² | 35β€² | | C-1 | | | | 0 | 0 | 0 | 35β€² \*\*\* | | C-2 | | | | 30β€² | 15β€² | 25β€² | 35β€² \*\*\* | | C-3 | | | | 30β€² | 15β€² | 25β€² | 35β€² \*\*\* | | M-1 | | | | 30β€² | 20β€² | 25β€² | 55β€² | | M-2 | | | | 40β€² | 25β€² | 25β€² | 55β€² | | A-1 | 5 acres | | 150β€² | 50β€² | 50β€² | 50β€² | 55β€² | \*Different setback requirements stated in Sections 308, 310, 311, and 601 through 609 shall take precedence over the above stated requirements. \*\* Structures greater than twenty (20) feet in height shall meet a fifteen (15) foot setback. \*\*\* Height limits may be increased to fifty-five (55) feet if an internal fire protection system and fire hydrants are installed. ## Grainger ### Grainger County ([See Regs](https://www.graingercountytn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Sub-Division-Regs..pdf)) | | | | | |---|---|---|---| | | Public Water & Sewer | Public Water septic | No Pubic Utilities NOT on Public Waterway | | Road Frontage | 40β€² | 50β€² | 75β€² | | Minimum Area | 10,000 ft\² | 20,000 ft\² | 30,000 ft\² | | Minimum Lot Width | 75β€² | 80β€² | 100β€² | | | | | | |---|---|---|---| | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (arterials) | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (Major Collectors) | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (Local Access) | Side Setback Line | | 40β€² | 30β€² or 40β€² (regs unclear) | 30β€² | 15β€² | In the case of electric transmission lines where easement widths are not established, the [building setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) lines from the center of the lines shall be as follows: 46kV = 37.5β€² \| 69kV = 50β€² \| 161 kV or greater = 75β€² ## Greene ## Hamblen ### Morristown | | | | | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | District | Area in ft\² | Density | Lot width @ build setback | Front Yard | Side Yard | Rear Yard | Perimeter | Max Structure Height | | R-1 | 15,000 ft\² | | 90β€² | 25β€² | 15β€² | 25β€² | | 35β€² | | RP-1 | | | | 25β€² | 25’/0 | 25’/0 | 25β€² | 45β€² | | RD-1 | 5,500 ft\² | | | 25β€² | 8β€² | 25β€² | | 25β€² | | RD-2 | 10,000 ft\² / 11,000 ft\² / 14.500 ft\² | | | 25β€² | 10/15/20 per story | 25β€² | | 35β€² | | R-2 | 7,500 ft\² / 11,000 ft\² / 14.500 ft\² | 12 unit/ac | | 25β€² | 10β€² single 20β€² duplex | 25β€² | | 35β€² | | R-3 | 5,500 ft\² / 11,000 ft\² / | 3+ dwellings = 20/[acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | | 25β€² | 10β€² | 20β€² | | | | OMP-R | | | 65β€² | 35β€² | 10β€² or 15β€² | 30β€² | | 35β€² | | OMP | | | 65β€² | 35β€² | 10β€² or 15β€² | 30β€² | | 45β€² | | LB | | | | 20β€² | 50β€² or 10β€² | 20β€² | | 35β€² | | IB | | | 65β€² | 35β€² | 15β€² | 10β€² or 20β€² | | 45β€² | | CB | | | | 5β€² | 5β€² | 0β€² or 10β€² | | 45β€² | | LI | | | | 50β€² or 35β€² | 5β€² or 10β€² | 20β€² | | 45β€² | | ALI | | | | 50β€² or 35β€² | 5β€² or 10β€² | 20β€² | | 55β€² + | | HI | | | | 50β€² or 35β€² | 5β€² or 10β€² | 20β€² | | 55β€² + | | MHP | see regs | | | | | | | | | TA | | | | 35β€² | 20β€² | 30β€² | | 35β€² | | MUD | 5 acres | see regs | | | | | | | | PCD | 5 acres | see regs | | | | | | | | A-1 | | | | | | | | | | GOD | | | | | | | | | \*Different setback requirements stated in Sections 308, 310, 311, and 601 through 609 shall take precedence over the above stated requirements. \*\* Structures greater than twenty (20) feet in height shall meet a fifteen (15) foot setback. \*\*\* Height limits may be increased to fifty-five (55) feet if an internal fire protection system and fire hydrants are installed. ## Hancock ## Hawkins ### Hawkins County | | | | |---|---|---| | | Minor Residential and Collector Streets | All Other Streets | | Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line | 30β€² | 40β€² | | Side Setback Line | Minimum of 6β€² and a sum of 15β€² | Minimum of 6β€² and a sum of 15β€² | The size and widths of lots shall in no case be less than the minimum requirements of any zoning ordinance in effect. | | | | | |---|---|---|---| | Residential Lots | With Public Sewer | Public Water & septic | Without Public Water & Septic | | Minimum Area | 7,500 ft\² | 20,000 ft\²\* | 30,000 ft\²\* | | Minimum Lot Width | 60β€² | 40β€² | 200β€² | | Minimum Width at Setback Line | not specified | 80β€² | 80β€² | \*Greater area may be required for private sewage disposal if, in the opinion of the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, there are factors of drainage, soil condition or other conditions to cause potential health problems. ## Jefferson ## Jefferson City | | | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | **Districts** | **Minimum** **Lot Size (ft\²)** | **Front Setback** | **Side Setback** | **Rear Setback** | **Minimum Lot Width** | **Maximum Height of Structures** | | R-1 | 10,890 ft\² | 30β€² | 15β€² | 30β€² | 50β€² | | | R-2 | 7,500 ft\² + 3000 ft\² per unit | 30β€² | 8β€² /story | 25β€² | 50β€² | 60β€² | | R-3 | 6,000 ft\² | 25β€² | 10β€² | 10β€² | β€” | PUD Requirement | | P-1 | β€” | 30β€² | 10β€² | 25β€² | β€” | 60β€² | | P-2 | β€” | 30β€² | 10β€² | 25β€² | β€” | 60β€² | | B-1 | β€” | 30β€² | 10β€² | 25β€² | β€” | 60β€² | | B-2 | Non-residential lots shall be at least 7,500 sq. ft. in area and large enough to accommodate any proposed buildings, off-street parking, and open space. | β€” | β€” | β€” | β€” | 60β€² | | B-3 | β€” | 30β€² | 10β€² | 25β€² | β€” | 60β€² | | B-4 | 10 acres | see | section | 785\.6 | β€” | 60β€² | | M-1 | β€” | 30β€² | 20β€² | 25β€² | β€” | 60β€² | | M-2 | β€” | 30β€² | 20β€² | 25β€² | β€” | 60β€² | | AF-1 | 5 acres | 30β€² | 30β€² | 25β€² | β€” | 60β€² | \*\* if septic is needed, the minimum lot size in 40,000 ft\² ### Jefferson County ([see reg](https://jeffersoncountytn.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/JCG_Subdivision_regulations.pdf) [& amendments](https://jeffersoncountytn.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/20230531114647982.pdf)) ****Cannot divide on private road.**** | | | | | |---|---|---|---| | Residential Lots | Public Water & Public Sewer | Public Water & septic | Without Public Water & Septic | | Minimum Area | 10,000 ft\² | 20,000 ft\²\* | 40,000 ft\²\* | | Minimum Width at Setback Line | 75β€² | 100β€² | 150β€² | | Minimum Front Setback (from center of existing county roads) | 55’\*\* | 55’\*\* | 55’\*\* | | Minimum Rear Setback | 10β€² | 10β€² | 10β€² | | Minimum Side Setback | 10β€² | 10β€² | 10β€² | \*Greater area may be required for private sewage disposal if, in the opinion of the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, there are factors of drainage, soil condition or other conditions to cause potential health problems. \*\*The planning commission may require a smaller [building setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) line if the road has an existing right of way of 50β€² or more. #### Building Site Requirements (to be shown on plat) per Resolution R2022I - 7% of total property (30β€² x 40’ min) - Situated within the lot setbacks - Outside of a special flood hazard area - β€œfree of excessive rock formations” - Not needed for septic drain fields or reserve area - Have an average [slope](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/slope/) not to exceed 10% - Land below the 1002’ contour on Douglas Lake shall not be included when computing total lot sizes. #### Additional Lot requirements - β€œExcept for lots on approved public easements, each Lot must front for 50 feet on an existing county road or a road proposed for public acceptance… - Flag lot stems and/or the property that will contain the driveway shall meet the [slope](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/slope/) requirements for minor collector and local streets (12% grade and planning can give exception up to 15% grade - β€œA permanent easement crossing no more than one property may be allowed as the necessary access for the creation of no more than one lot. The easement shall front on a public road for twenty-five (25) and be twenty-five (25) feet in width throughout its length. This easement shall meet the [slope](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/slope/) requirements for minor collector and local streets.” ## Knox [See here for zoning and subdivision regulations.](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/#Knox) ### Farragut | | | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | District | Area in ft\² | Lot width @ build setback | Front Yard\* | Side Yard\* | Rear Yard\* | Max Structure Height | | A | 5 acres | 100β€² | 50β€² | 25β€² | 35β€² | 35β€² | | B-1 | – | – | – | – | – | – | | R-1 | 20,000 ft\² | 75β€² | 35β€² | 15β€² (sum of 40β€²) | 20β€² | 35β€² | | OSMR | 5 acres | – | see regs | 12β€² | 25β€² | 35β€² | | R-1-S-A | 1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | – | 35 | 15β€² (sum of 50β€²) | 25 | 35β€² | | R-2 | 15,000 ft\² w/ sewer 25,000 ft\² w/o sewer | 75β€² | 30β€² | 10β€² (sum of 30β€²) | 25 | 35β€² | | OSR | | | | | | | | R-3 | | | | | | | | R-4 | | | | | | | | R-5 | | | | | | | | R-6 | | | | | | | | C-1 | | | | | | | | NCC | | | | | | | | BD-4 | | | | | | | | O-1 | | | | | | | | O-1-3 | | | | | | | | OS-P | | | | | | | | S-1 | | | | | | | | FPD | | | | | | | | HOZ | | | | | | | | T | | | | | | | | OD-RE/E | | | | | | | | O-1-5 | | | | | | | | PCD | | | | | | | | TCD | | | | | | | | OSMFR | | | | | | | ## Loudon ### Loudon County ([see regs](https://planningandcodes.loudoncounty-tn.gov/planning.php)) #### Subdivision Requirements | | | | |---|---|---| | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (arterials) | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (Major Collectors) | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (Local Access) | | 50β€² | 40β€² | 30β€² | per [subdivision](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/subdivision/) regulations | | | | | |---|---|---|---| | | Public Water & Sewer | Public Water septic | No Pubic Utilities NOT on Public Waterway | | Minimum Area | 7,500 ft\² | not specified | TBD by planning | | Minimum Lot Width | 75β€² | not specified | 200β€² | per [subdivision](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/subdivision/) regulations #### Zoning Requirements | | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---| | **Zoning District** | **Minimum** **Lot Size (ft\²)** | **Front Setback** | **Side Setback** | **Rear Setback** | **Minimum Lot Width** | | A-1, Agricultural | 43,560 ft\² (1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/)) | 50β€² | 20β€² | 35β€² | 150β€² | | A-2, Rural Residential | 43,560 ft\² (1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/)) | 40β€² | 20β€² | 30β€² | 100β€² | | R-1, Suburban Residential | 20,000 ft\² | 30β€² | 15β€² | 25β€² | 100β€² | | C-1, Rural Center District | Residential: 15,000 ft\² w/ public water 43,560 ft\² w/o public water Commercial: 22,000 ft\² w/ public water 43,560 ft\² w/o public water\* | 30β€² | 20β€² | 25β€² | 100β€² | | C-2, General Commercial District | 20,000 ft\² w/ public water 3 acres w/o public water | 30β€² | 20β€² | 20’\*\* | 100β€² | | M-1, General Industrial District | 2 acres w/ public water 5 acres w/o public water | 30β€² | 20’\*\*\* | 30β€² | 150β€² | | F-1, Floodway District | none | β€” | β€” | β€” | β€” | | O-1, Office-Professional District | | 40’/50β€² | 20’/25β€² | 25β€² | 100β€² | \*requires planning approval. \*\* 30β€² where vehicle access provided. \*\*\*50β€² where side yards are adjacent to suburban-residential, rural residential, or rural center districts In the case of electric transmission lines where easement widths are not established, the [building setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) lines from the center of the lines shall be as follows: 46kV = 37.5β€² \| 69kV = 50β€² \| 161 kV or greater = 75β€² ### Lenoir City | | | | | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | District | Area in ft\² w/ water & Sewer | Area in ft\² 2 family w/ water & Sewer | Area Ft\² / w/o public sewer\* | Lot width @ build setback | Front Yard\* | Side Yard\* | Rear Yard\* | Max Structure Height | | R-1 | 15,000 ft\² | 20,000 ft\² | 15,000 ft\² | 100β€² | 30β€² | 10’/15’/20β€² per story | 35β€² | 40β€² | | R-2 | 7,125 ft\² | 10,000 ft\²\*\* | 15,000 ft\² | 50β€² | 20β€² | 6’/8’/10β€² per story | 15β€² | 40β€² | | R-3 | 7,125 ft\² | 10,000 ft\²\*\* | 15,000 ft\² | 50β€² | 20β€² | 6’/8’/10β€² per story | 15β€² | 40β€² | | C-1 | | | | 50β€² | 25β€² | 10’/12’/20β€² per story | 10β€² | | | C-2 | | | | | | | | | | C-3 | | | | 50β€² | 30β€² | 10’/12’/15β€² per story | 15β€² | see regs | | M-1 | | | | | 30β€² | 10’/12’/20β€² per story | 20β€² | | | M-2 | | | | | 40β€² | 12’/20’/25β€² per story | 20β€² | | | F-1 | | | | | | | | | | C-4 | | | | 50β€² | 30’\*\*\* | 15’/20’/25β€² per story | 20β€² | 55β€² | | R-1-S | 15,000 ft\² | | 15,000 ft\² | 100β€² | 30β€² | 10’/15’/20β€² per story | 35β€² | 40β€² | | HZ | | | | | | | | | | O-1 | | | | 100β€² | 30’/40β€² per story | 20’/25β€² per story | 25β€² | 2 stories or 25β€² | | R-4 | 10,000 ft\² \*\*\*\* | 15,000 ft\² | n/a | 50β€² | 25β€² | 10β€² | 20β€² | 3 stories or 40β€² | | PDD | see regs | | | | | | | | \*Minimum lot area for single-family dwelling unit not served by public sewer system shall be dependent upon Health Department approval after appropriate soils tests have been conducted, but in no case shall the lot area be less than 15,000 square feet; for two-family dwelling unit the minimum lot area if not served by a public sewer system shall be 20,000 square feet but may be increased if required by appropriate soils test conducted by the Health Department. \*\* Minimum lot area for multi-family dwelling unit (3 units or more) which is served by public water and sewer – 12,000 feet, plus 2,000 square feet for each additional unit over three (3), up to a maximum of 18 units per [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/). No multi-family structure shall be allowed unless such structure(s) is served by a public sewer system approved by the Tennessee Department of Public Health and the Lenoir City Utilities Board. \*\*\*Minimum depth of front yard – 30 feet (the minimum setback requirement shall not apply to overhead canopies (open on four sides) utilized for automotive refueling systems ancillary to service stations, or convenient shops. In no case however, shall said canopies be located within ten (10) feet of any fronting property line. \*\*\*\* maximum density is 8 units per [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) ## Monroe ## Roane | | | | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | District | Minimum Lot Area | Minimum Road Frontage | Lot width @ build setback | Front Yard main/acc | Side Yard main/acc | Rear Yard main/acc | Max Structure Height | | A-1 | 1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 75β€² | 100β€² | 30’/30β€² | 10’/5β€² | 10’/5β€² | 35’\* | | A-2 | 0\.5 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 50β€² | 100β€² | 30’/30β€² | 10’/5β€² | 10’/5β€² | 35’\* | | R-1 | 20,000 ft\² | 30 | 100β€² | 30’/30β€² | 10’/5β€² | 10’/5β€² | 35’\* | | R-2 | 20,000 ft\² | 50β€² | 100β€² | 30’/30β€² | 10’/5β€² | 10’/5β€² | 35’\* | | R-3 | 0\.5 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 100β€² | 125β€² | 30’/30β€² | 10’/5β€² | 10’/5β€² | 35’\* | | MHP | see regs | | | | | | | | C-1 | see regs | 100β€² | 100β€² | 30’/30β€² | 10’/5β€² | 15’/5β€² | | | C-2 | see regs | 100β€² | 100β€² | 0 or 50’\*\* | 10β€² | 15β€² | | | RB | see regs | 50β€² | 50β€² | 30β€² | 10’/12’/15β€² per story | 15β€² | see regs | | OI | see regs | 50β€² | 50β€² | 30β€² | 15β€² | 20β€² | | | I-1 | 1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 50β€² | 100β€² | 60β€² | 25β€² | 30β€² | | | I-2 | 1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 50β€² | 100β€² | 60β€² | 25β€² | 30β€² | | | I-3 | 1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 50β€² | 100β€² | 60β€² | 25β€² | 30β€² | | | PUD | 15,000 ft\² | | 100β€² | 30β€² | 10’/15’/20β€² per story | 35β€² | 40β€² | | R-4 | see regs | | | | | | | | F-1 | see regs | | | | | | | \*unless sprinkled; \*\* from property line / arterial or collector street ## Sevier ### Sevier County ([see regs](https://cms5.revize.com/revize/seviercountytn/ZONING%20RESOLUTION%20ABC%20amended%20NOV%2020%202023.pdf)) #### β€œNormal” Design | | | |---|---| | **Front Setbacks** | | | Residential, Cul-de-sac & Minor Access Roads | 20β€² | | Minor Collector Roads | 20β€² | | Major Collector Roads | 40β€² | | Arterial Roads & Highways | 50β€² | | | | | |---|---|---| | Zoning District | **Side & Rear Setback** | **PUD (Exterior Setback)** | | A-1, R-1, R-2M, R-2, C-1, C-2 | 10β€² | 25β€² | | I-1, CS | 10β€² | 25β€² | | | | | |---|---|---| | Zoning District | **Minimum Lot Size (ft\²)** | **Floor Area Ratio (FAR)** | | A-1, Agricultural | 30,000 ft\² | n/a | | R-1, Rural Residential | 30,000 ft\² or 25,000 ft\² with public water | n/a | | R-2M, Medium Density Residential | 15,000 ft\² | n/a | | R-2, High Density Residential | 7,500 \² | 1\.0 | | C-1, Rural Commercial | \* | 1\.0 | | C-2, General Commercial | \* | 1\.0 | | I-1, Industrial | 43,560 ft\² (1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/)) with Health Dept. approval | 1\.0 | \*All lots shall be adequately sized to accommodate necessary parking regulations, setbacks, buffer, and soil requirements for any on-site septic disposal. However, minimum lot size required within this zoning district is subject to the utility restrictions found in Section 602.2. | | | |---|---| | Zoning District | **Minimum Frontage Requirement** | | A-1, Agricultural | 50β€² \* | | R-1, Rural Residential | 50β€² & lot must be at least 75β€² wide at setback line \* | | R-2M, Medium Density Residential | 50β€² & lot must be at least 75β€² wide at setback line | | R-2, High Density Residential | 50β€² & lot must be 75β€² wide at setback line | | C-1, Rural Commercial | 50β€² | | C-2, General Commercial | 50β€² | | I-1, Industrial | 50β€² | \*Property in A-1 and R-1 zoning districts which have no public water supply shall require a minimum lot width of one- hundred (100) feet at the [building setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) line. #### Critical Slope (lots with an average slope of 30% or greater) | | | |---|---| | **Water Supply** | **Minimum Separation** | | No supply | 200β€² (100β€² side and rear setbacks) | | 500 gpm/ 30 min | 100β€² (50β€² side and rear setbacks) | | 750 gpm/ 30 min or more | 50β€² (25β€² side and rear setbacks) | | | | |---|---| | **Average [Slope](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/slope/)** | **Minimum Lot Size** | | 30% – 49.9% | 2 acres | | 50% + | 3 acres | ### Gatlinburg ([see re](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3848/Gatlinburg/3233106/Gatlinburgs_Subdivision_Regulations.pdf)[gs](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3848/Gatlinburg/3233130/Municipal_Zoning_Ordinance-2022.pdf)) | | | | | | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Zone | Average [Slope](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/slope/) of Lot (%)\* | Minimum Lot Area | Density | Frontage Width | Front setback | Side setback | Rear setback | Average height | Maximum\*\* height | | R-1 & R1-A | 0% to 19% | 15,000 ft\² (.34 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/)) | FAR 0.5 | 50β€² (1) | 25β€² (2) | 15β€² (4) | 20β€² | 36β€² | 48β€² (3) | | R-2 \&R-2A | 20% to 29% | 32,671 ft\² (3/4 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/)) | FAR 0.5 | 50β€² (1) | 25β€² (2) | 15β€² (4) | 20β€² | 48β€² | 60β€² (3) | | | 30% to 49% | 43,560 ft\² (1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/)) | | | | | | | | | R-3 | 50% + | 87,120 ft\² (2 acres) | FAR 1.0 | 50β€² (1) | 25β€² (2) | 15β€² (4) | 20β€² | 48β€² | 60β€² (3) | | C-1 | | | FAR 2.0 | | 10β€² | 0β€² | 0β€² | 48β€² (5) | 60β€² (3)(5) | | C-2 | | | FAR 2.0 | | 15β€² | 0β€² | 0β€² | 72β€² | 84β€² (3) | | C-3 | | | FAR 5.0 | | 30β€² | 10β€² | 20β€² | 24β€² | 36β€² (3) | | C-4 | | | | | | | | 48β€² | 60β€² (3) | | C-5 | | | FAR 0.5 | | 30β€² | 10β€² | 20β€² | 24β€² | 36β€² (3) | | C-6 | | | FAR 0.5 | | | | | 48β€² | 60β€² (3) | | EC | | | FAR 2.0 | | 10β€² | 0β€² | 0β€² | 48β€² | 60β€² (3) | Average slopes in excess of 30% grade as verified by a licensed surveyor or engineer, shall require a certified analysis and site specific recommendation from a registered soils engineer (geotechnical engineer) licensed to practice in the State of Tennessee. \*\* Maximum height shall be determined from the lowest, adjacent finished grade to the roof height as determined by this ordinance. Footnotes: All lots with natural average slopes of 30% and greater, must have a minimum of 100 feet of street frontage. May be reduced to 10 feet if fronting on a 50 ft. right-of-way, 15 feet on a 40 ft. right-of-way, and 20 feet on a 30 ft. right-of-way if the natural topography is thirty(30) percent or greater, and the on-site parking and turnaround area is maintained per ordinance requirements. No portion of the building may extend above this line, except steeples, elevator shafts, stairways and similar structures; and that portion of the roof above the average roof height when the average original grade is 30 percent or greater. An additional 7.5 feet of side yard setback shall be required for each additional building floor above two (2) stories, up to a 25β€² side yard setback. The C-2 District height limits may be utilized by developments in the C-1 District, if the development meets the on-site ### Pigeon Forge ([see regs](https://cityofpigeonforge.com/uploadedFiles/Community_Development/Pigeon%20Forge%20Zoning%20Ordinance%20\(update%201_2019\).pdf)) | | | | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Zone | Minimum Lot Area | Minimum Lot Area per addition | Frontage Width | Front setback | Side setback (each) | Rear setback | Maximum\*\* height | | R-1 | 10,000 ft\² | 10,000 ft\² | 70β€² (1) | 30β€² | 15β€² \*\*\* | 25β€² \*\*\* | 35β€² | | R-2 | 3,500 ft\² | 3,500 ft\² | 60β€² (1) | 30β€² | 8β€² /story \*\*\* | 25β€² \*\*\* | 35β€² | | C-1 | FAR not greater | than 1.0 | | 35β€² | per building code | per building code | 80β€² | | C-2 | FAR not greater | than 1.0 | | 35β€² | per building code | per building code | 80β€² | | C-3 | FAR not greater | than 1.0 | | 35β€² | 20β€² | 20β€² | 70β€² | | C-4 | Arterial Streets | | | 25β€² | 25β€² | 25β€² | 85’\*\*\*\* | | | Collector Streets | | | 25β€² | 25β€² | 25β€² | 48’\*\*\*\* | | | Residential Streets | | | 25β€² | 25β€² | 25β€² | 35’\*\*\*\* | | M-1 | FAR not greater | than 1.0 | | 30β€² | 20β€² | 25β€² | 75’\*\*\*\* | | C-5(a) | none | | | 50β€² \*\*\*\* | 50β€² \*\*\*\* | 50β€² \*\*\*\* | Buildings 70β€² Rides 200β€² | | C-5(b) | none | | | 15β€² \*\*\*\* | 15β€² \*\*\*\* | 15β€² \*\*\*\* | 70β€² | | C-6 | FAR not greater | than 1.0 | | 35’\*(a) | per building code \*\*\*\* | per building code \*\*\*\* | 70β€² | | C-7 | none | | | 10β€² | 10β€² | 10β€² | Buildings 80β€² Rides \*\*\*\* | Except no setback on 441 and setback are measured from the center line of the street \*\* Except on cul-de-sac \*\*\* Accessory structures – Section 508 \*\*\*\* Structure and amusement setbacks of Sections 709.5, 709.10, 706.2.1, & 712.3.2 apply. ## Union [please share ...](https://simplesharebuttons.com/) [![Share on email](https://www.tnlds.com/wp-content/plugins/simple-share-buttons-adder/buttons/simple/email.png)Email](https://www.tnlds.com/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#231c505641494640571e6f4c570611136746504a444d0611137057424d474251475005424e5318414c475a1e4b57575350190c0c5454540d574d4f47500d404c4e0c534f424d4d4a4d440c4f4c570e4746504a444d0e5057424d47425147500c) [![Share on facebook](https://www.tnlds.com/wp-content/plugins/simple-share-buttons-adder/buttons/simple/facebook.png)Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?t=Lot%20Design%20Standards&u=https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/) [![Share on linkedin](https://www.tnlds.com/wp-content/plugins/simple-share-buttons-adder/buttons/simple/linkedin.png)Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?title=Lot%20Design%20Standards&url=https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/) [![Share on pinterest](https://www.tnlds.com/wp-content/plugins/simple-share-buttons-adder/buttons/simple/pinterest.png)Pinterest](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?description=Lot%20Design%20Standards&media=&url=https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/) [![Share on twitter](https://www.tnlds.com/wp-content/plugins/simple-share-buttons-adder/buttons/simple/twitter.png)Twitter](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Lot%20Design%20Standards&url=https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/&via=) [![Share on reddit](https://www.tnlds.com/wp-content/plugins/simple-share-buttons-adder/buttons/simple/reddit.png)Reddit](https://reddit.com/submit?title=Lot%20Design%20Standards&url=https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/) [Client Portal](https://tnlds.invoicing.co/client/login) [Receive Class/Event Notification](https://adultingacademy.org/notification/) powered by [Ambient Weather](https://ambientweather.net/) *** #### Helpful Videos [Why get a survey?](https://youtu.be/iryD0DcnEl0) [Coverage Area](https://youtu.be/nUx6F8zVu-o) [How to complete a survey request](https://youtu.be/i98al94dC6M) [Requesting add-ons](https://youtu.be/1mNH3_dNtho) [Look up property in Knox County](https://youtu.be/AOBwJNzM_k8) [Look up property in other counties](https://youtu.be/QopNm7oLBm4) *** #### Latest Blog Posts - 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This is a compilation of various standards for the counties and municipalities we serve. We try to keep these up to date, but as each planning district may change its regs at any time, it is in your best interest to check. As the Russian Proverb (quoted by Ronald Reagan) goes, β€œTrust, but Verify.” [Anderson](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Anderson) \| [Blount](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Blount) \| [Campbell](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#campbell) \| [Claiborne](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Claiborne) \| [Cocke](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Cocke) \| [Grainger](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Grainger) \| [Greene](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Greene) \| [Hamblen](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Hamblen) \| [Hancock](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Hancock) \| [Hawkins](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Hawkins) \| [Jefferson](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Jefferson) \| [Knox](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Knox) \| [Loudon](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Loudon) \| [Monroe](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Monroe) \| [Roane](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Roane) \| [Sevier](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Sevier) \| [Union](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/lot-design-standards/#Union) ## Anderson #### Subdivision Requirements ([see regs](https://andersoncountyplanning.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/2017-Anderson-County-Subdivision-Regs.pdf)) | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---| | Classification of Street of Access | Public Water and Sewer (PUD) | Public Water and Sewer ([subdivision](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/subdivision/)) | Public Water and No Sewer | No Public Water or Sewer | | Road Frontage | 25β€² | 25β€² | 50β€² | 50β€² | | Minimum Lot Size | 7,500 sq β€˜ | 12,000 sq β€˜ | 22,000 sq β€˜ | 3 acres | per [subdivision](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/subdivision/) regulations ## Blount ### Blount County ([see regs](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/#Blount)) **Cannot divide on private road.** #### Subdivision Requirements ([see regs](https://www.blounttn.gov/DocumentCenter/View/25237/Subdivision-Regulations)) | | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---| | Classification of Street of Access | Frontage on Street of Access | Lot Width at Building Line | Lot Area w/Public Water and Sewer (sf) | Lot Area w/o Public Sewer (sf) | Lot Area w/o Public Water and with or w/o Sewer | | Primary Major Art (A-1) | 400’\* | 100β€² | 43,000 | 43,000 | 43,000 | | Major Arterial (A-2) | 200’\* | 100β€² | 43,000 | 43,000 | 43,000 | | Minor Arterial (A-3) | 150’\* | 100β€² | 30,000 | 32,670 | 35,000 | | Collector (C) | 100β€² | 75β€² | 21,780 | 32,670 | 35,000 | | Residential and Other | 50β€² | 75β€² | 21,780 | 32,670 | 35,000 | | Interior One Lot | 25β€² | 75β€² | 21,780 | 32,670 | 35,000 | per [subdivision](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/subdivision/) regulations #### Zoning Requirements ([see regs](https://www.blounttn.gov/DocumentCenter/View/25012/Zoning-Regulations-PDF)) | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---| | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (Principal Arterials) | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (Major Arterials) | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (Local Access) | Side Setback | Rear Setback | | 60β€² | 40β€² | 30β€² | 10β€² | 20β€² | R-1, R-2, and C Zones ### Maryville ([see regs](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/#Blount)) | | | |---|---| | Zone | Area in ft\² | | Residential | 7,000 ft\² | | R w/o sewer | 30,000 ft\² | | R well & septic | 35,000 ft\² | | Environmental conservation | 40,000 ft\² | | Business & Transportation (residential) | 5,000 ft\² | | Business & Transportation | no minimum | | Central Community (residential) | 5,000 ft\² | | Central Community | no minimum | | Single Family | 11,000 ft\² | | Office | 5,000 ft\² | | Neighborhood | 5,000 ft\² | | Residential Oak Park HD | 16,000 ft\² | | College Hill HD | 14,000 ft\² | | Estate | 43,560 ft\² | | | | | | |---|---|---|---| | **Building Setbacks** | Front (note 1) | Side | Rear | | Residential Uses (Notes 2 & 6) | | | | | \_\_\_ Estate Zone | 30β€² | 10β€² (note 3) | 25β€² | | \_\_\_ Other | 25β€² | 10β€² | 20β€² | | Commercial Uses (Note 2) | 20β€² | None (notes 4 & 5) | None (notes 4 & 5) | | Industrial Uses | 60β€² | 50β€² | 60β€² | 1\. All setbacks along street right-of-way property lines shall be considered a β€œfront” setback even if there are multiple β€œfront” setbacks on a lot. 2\. Setback from a collector – forty (40) feet; setback from an arterial fifty (50) feet. 3\. In estate zone side setbacks shall be fifteen (15) feet for dwelling with more than one (1) story. 4\. If commercial uses are adjacent to residential uses – ten (10) feet side and/or ten (10) feet rear. 5\. Gasoline pump island and canopy supports setback from collector or arterial – thirty-five (35) feet. 6\. Setbacks within Impact Overlay Districts and Planned Unit Developments shall be established by BZA on review of the proposed site plan ## Campbell #### Zoning Requirements ([see regs](https://storage.googleapis.com/idx-acnt-gs.ihouseprd.com/AR716570/file_manager/Lake%20Restriction%20Files/Campbellco-subregsadopted2011.pdf)) | | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---| | | Public Water & Sewer | Public Water & alt sewer | Public Water septic | No Pubic Utilities NOT on Public Waterway | No Pubic Utilities on Public Waterway | | Road Frontage | 50β€² | 50β€² | 100β€² | n/a | n/a | | Minimum Area | 7,500 ft\² | 20,000 ft\² | 20,000 ft\² | 1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 2 acres | In the case of electric transmission lines where easement widths are not established, the [building setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) lines from the center of the lines shall be as follows: 46kV = 37.5β€² \| 69kV = 50β€² \| 161 kV or greater = 75β€² ## Claiborne ### Claiborne County ([see regs](https://claibornecountytn.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/2021-Claiborne-County-Subdivision-Regulations001.pdf)) Street Frontage: 40β€² of β€œusable” (30β€² on cul-de-sac) | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---| | Lot [Slope](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/slope/) | Minimum Width at Setback Line | Min. Area w/ Public Water & Sewer | Min. Area Without Public Sewerage | Min. Area Private Source Water | | 0-29.9% | 75β€² | 7,500 ft\² | n/a | n/a | | | 40β€² | n/a | 20,000 ft\² | n/a | | | 100β€² | n/a | n/a | 25,000 ft\² | Minimum Size | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---| | Lot [Slope](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/slope/) | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (arterials) | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (Major Collectors) | Minimum Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line (Local Access) | Side and Rear Setback Line | | 0-29.9% | 50β€² | 40β€² | 30β€² | 10β€² | Setbacks In the case of electric transmission lines where easement widths are not established, the [building setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) lines from the center of the lines shall be as follows: 46kV = 37.5β€² \| 69kV = 50β€² \| 131 kV or greater = 75β€² ## Cocke ### Cocke County ****Cannot divide on private road.**** | | | | | |---|---|---|---| | | Public Water & Sewer | Public Water septic | No Pubic Utilities | | Road Frontage\* | 100β€² | 100β€² | 100β€² | | Minimum Area | 15,000 ft\² | 32,670 ft\² (3/4 ac) | 43,560 ft\² (1 ac) | | Minimum Lot Width | 75β€² | 100β€² | 150β€² | \*50β€² for flag lots (β€œ[pole](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/pole/)” cannot reduce below 50β€²) – 75β€² for lots with existing sewer Corner Lots shall require a side yard [building setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) line of tweny (20) feet from the intersection street right of way. In the case of electric transmission lines where easement widths are not established, the [building setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) lines from the center of the lines shall be as follows: 46kV = 37.5β€² \| 69kV = 50β€² \| 161 kV or greater = 75β€² Utility and Drainage: 10β€² along all lot lines ### Newport (2011 planning & 2007 zoning) | | | | | |---|---|---|---| | **Residential Lots** | Public Water & Sewer | Public Water septic | No Pubic Utilities | | Minimum Area | 7,500 ft\² | 15,000 ft\² | 2 acres | | Minimum Lot Width | 75β€² | 100β€² | 200β€² | \*50β€² for flag lots (β€œ[pole](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/pole/)” cannot reduce below 50β€²) – 75β€² for lots with existing sewer Corner Lots shall require a side yard [building setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) line of thirty (30) feet from the side street. In the case of electric transmission lines where easement widths are not established, the [building setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) lines from the center of the lines shall be as follows: 46kV = 37.5β€² \| 69kV = 50β€² \| 161 kV or greater = 75β€² | | | |---|---| | **Minimum Lot Size** | **Minimum Yard Requirements From Property Lines (feet)** | | | | | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | District | Area in ft\² | Ft\² / additional Family | Lot width @ build setback | Front Yard\* | Side Yard\* | Rear Yard\* | Max Structure Height | | R-1 | 7,500 ft\² | 7,500 ft\² | 75β€² | 30β€² | 12β€² \*\* | 30β€² | 35β€² | | R-2 | 7,500 ft\² | 3,000 ft\² | 75β€² | 30β€² | 12β€² \*\* | 25β€² | 35β€² | | M-R | 7,500 ft\² | 3,000 ft\² | 75β€² | 30β€² | 12β€² \*\* | 25β€² | 35β€² | | P-1 | 7,500 ft\² | 3,000 ft\² | 75β€² | 30β€² | 12β€² \*\* | 25β€² | 35β€² | | C-1 | | | | 0 | 0 | 0 | 35β€² \*\*\* | | C-2 | | | | 30β€² | 15β€² | 25β€² | 35β€² \*\*\* | | C-3 | | | | 30β€² | 15β€² | 25β€² | 35β€² \*\*\* | | M-1 | | | | 30β€² | 20β€² | 25β€² | 55β€² | | M-2 | | | | 40β€² | 25β€² | 25β€² | 55β€² | | A-1 | 5 acres | | 150β€² | 50β€² | 50β€² | 50β€² | 55β€² | \*Different setback requirements stated in Sections 308, 310, 311, and 601 through 609 shall take precedence over the above stated requirements. \*\* Structures greater than twenty (20) feet in height shall meet a fifteen (15) foot setback. \*\*\* Height limits may be increased to fifty-five (55) feet if an internal fire protection system and fire hydrants are installed. ## Grainger ### Grainger County ([See Regs](https://www.graingercountytn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Sub-Division-Regs..pdf)) | | | | | |---|---|---|---| | | Public Water & Sewer | Public Water septic | No Pubic Utilities NOT on Public Waterway | | Road Frontage | 40β€² | 50β€² | 75β€² | | Minimum Area | 10,000 ft\² | 20,000 ft\² | 30,000 ft\² | | Minimum Lot Width | 75β€² | 80β€² | 100β€² | In the case of electric transmission lines where easement widths are not established, the [building setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) lines from the center of the lines shall be as follows: 46kV = 37.5β€² \| 69kV = 50β€² \| 161 kV or greater = 75β€² ## Greene ## Hamblen ### Morristown | | | | | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | District | Area in ft\² | Density | Lot width @ build setback | Front Yard | Side Yard | Rear Yard | Perimeter | Max Structure Height | | R-1 | 15,000 ft\² | | 90β€² | 25β€² | 15β€² | 25β€² | | 35β€² | | RP-1 | | | | 25β€² | 25’/0 | 25’/0 | 25β€² | 45β€² | | RD-1 | 5,500 ft\² | | | 25β€² | 8β€² | 25β€² | | 25β€² | | RD-2 | 10,000 ft\² / 11,000 ft\² / 14.500 ft\² | | | 25β€² | 10/15/20 per story | 25β€² | | 35β€² | | R-2 | 7,500 ft\² / 11,000 ft\² / 14.500 ft\² | 12 unit/ac | | 25β€² | 10β€² single 20β€² duplex | 25β€² | | 35β€² | | R-3 | 5,500 ft\² / 11,000 ft\² / | 3+ dwellings = 20/[acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | | 25β€² | 10β€² | 20β€² | | | | OMP-R | | | 65β€² | 35β€² | 10β€² or 15β€² | 30β€² | | 35β€² | | OMP | | | 65β€² | 35β€² | 10β€² or 15β€² | 30β€² | | 45β€² | | LB | | | | 20β€² | 50β€² or 10β€² | 20β€² | | 35β€² | | IB | | | 65β€² | 35β€² | 15β€² | 10β€² or 20β€² | | 45β€² | | CB | | | | 5β€² | 5β€² | 0β€² or 10β€² | | 45β€² | | LI | | | | 50β€² or 35β€² | 5β€² or 10β€² | 20β€² | | 45β€² | | ALI | | | | 50β€² or 35β€² | 5β€² or 10β€² | 20β€² | | 55β€² + | | HI | | | | 50β€² or 35β€² | 5β€² or 10β€² | 20β€² | | 55β€² + | | MHP | see regs | | | | | | | | | TA | | | | 35β€² | 20β€² | 30β€² | | 35β€² | | MUD | 5 acres | see regs | | | | | | | | PCD | 5 acres | see regs | | | | | | | | A-1 | | | | | | | | | | GOD | | | | | | | | | \*Different setback requirements stated in Sections 308, 310, 311, and 601 through 609 shall take precedence over the above stated requirements. \*\* Structures greater than twenty (20) feet in height shall meet a fifteen (15) foot setback. \*\*\* Height limits may be increased to fifty-five (55) feet if an internal fire protection system and fire hydrants are installed. ## Hancock ## Hawkins ### Hawkins County | | | | |---|---|---| | | Minor Residential and Collector Streets | All Other Streets | | Front [Building Setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) Line | 30β€² | 40β€² | | Side Setback Line | Minimum of 6β€² and a sum of 15β€² | Minimum of 6β€² and a sum of 15β€² | The size and widths of lots shall in no case be less than the minimum requirements of any zoning ordinance in effect. | | | | | |---|---|---|---| | Residential Lots | With Public Sewer | Public Water & septic | Without Public Water & Septic | | Minimum Area | 7,500 ft\² | 20,000 ft\²\* | 30,000 ft\²\* | | Minimum Lot Width | 60β€² | 40β€² | 200β€² | | Minimum Width at Setback Line | not specified | 80β€² | 80β€² | \*Greater area may be required for private sewage disposal if, in the opinion of the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, there are factors of drainage, soil condition or other conditions to cause potential health problems. ## Jefferson ## Jefferson City | | | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | **Districts** | **Minimum** **Lot Size (ft\²)** | **Front Setback** | **Side Setback** | **Rear Setback** | **Minimum Lot Width** | **Maximum Height of Structures** | | R-1 | 10,890 ft\² | 30β€² | 15β€² | 30β€² | 50β€² | | | R-2 | 7,500 ft\² + 3000 ft\² per unit | 30β€² | 8β€² /story | 25β€² | 50β€² | 60β€² | | R-3 | 6,000 ft\² | 25β€² | 10β€² | 10β€² | β€” | PUD Requirement | | P-1 | β€” | 30β€² | 10β€² | 25β€² | β€” | 60β€² | | P-2 | β€” | 30β€² | 10β€² | 25β€² | β€” | 60β€² | | B-1 | β€” | 30β€² | 10β€² | 25β€² | β€” | 60β€² | | B-2 | Non-residential lots shall be at least 7,500 sq. ft. in area and large enough to accommodate any proposed buildings, off-street parking, and open space. | β€” | β€” | β€” | β€” | 60β€² | | B-3 | β€” | 30β€² | 10β€² | 25β€² | β€” | 60β€² | | B-4 | 10 acres | see | section | 785\.6 | β€” | 60β€² | | M-1 | β€” | 30β€² | 20β€² | 25β€² | β€” | 60β€² | | M-2 | β€” | 30β€² | 20β€² | 25β€² | β€” | 60β€² | | AF-1 | 5 acres | 30β€² | 30β€² | 25β€² | β€” | 60β€² | \*\* if septic is needed, the minimum lot size in 40,000 ft\² ### Jefferson County ([see reg](https://jeffersoncountytn.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/JCG_Subdivision_regulations.pdf) [& amendments](https://jeffersoncountytn.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/20230531114647982.pdf)) ****Cannot divide on private road.**** | | | | | |---|---|---|---| | Residential Lots | Public Water & Public Sewer | Public Water & septic | Without Public Water & Septic | | Minimum Area | 10,000 ft\² | 20,000 ft\²\* | 40,000 ft\²\* | | Minimum Width at Setback Line | 75β€² | 100β€² | 150β€² | | Minimum Front Setback (from center of existing county roads) | 55’\*\* | 55’\*\* | 55’\*\* | | Minimum Rear Setback | 10β€² | 10β€² | 10β€² | | Minimum Side Setback | 10β€² | 10β€² | 10β€² | \*Greater area may be required for private sewage disposal if, in the opinion of the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, there are factors of drainage, soil condition or other conditions to cause potential health problems. \*\*The planning commission may require a smaller [building setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) line if the road has an existing right of way of 50β€² or more. #### Building Site Requirements (to be shown on plat) per Resolution R2022I - 7% of total property (30β€² x 40’ min) - Situated within the lot setbacks - Outside of a special flood hazard area - β€œfree of excessive rock formations” - Not needed for septic drain fields or reserve area - Have an average [slope](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/slope/) not to exceed 10% - Land below the 1002’ contour on Douglas Lake shall not be included when computing total lot sizes. #### Additional Lot requirements - β€œExcept for lots on approved public easements, each Lot must front for 50 feet on an existing county road or a road proposed for public acceptance… - Flag lot stems and/or the property that will contain the driveway shall meet the [slope](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/slope/) requirements for minor collector and local streets (12% grade and planning can give exception up to 15% grade - β€œA permanent easement crossing no more than one property may be allowed as the necessary access for the creation of no more than one lot. The easement shall front on a public road for twenty-five (25) and be twenty-five (25) feet in width throughout its length. This easement shall meet the [slope](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/slope/) requirements for minor collector and local streets.” ## Knox [See here for zoning and subdivision regulations.](https://www.tnlds.com/planning/#Knox) ### Farragut | | | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | District | Area in ft\² | Lot width @ build setback | Front Yard\* | Side Yard\* | Rear Yard\* | Max Structure Height | | A | 5 acres | 100β€² | 50β€² | 25β€² | 35β€² | 35β€² | | B-1 | – | – | – | – | – | – | | R-1 | 20,000 ft\² | 75β€² | 35β€² | 15β€² (sum of 40β€²) | 20β€² | 35β€² | | OSMR | 5 acres | – | see regs | 12β€² | 25β€² | 35β€² | | R-1-S-A | 1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | – | 35 | 15β€² (sum of 50β€²) | 25 | 35β€² | | R-2 | 15,000 ft\² w/ sewer 25,000 ft\² w/o sewer | 75β€² | 30β€² | 10β€² (sum of 30β€²) | 25 | 35β€² | | OSR | | | | | | | | R-3 | | | | | | | | R-4 | | | | | | | | R-5 | | | | | | | | R-6 | | | | | | | | C-1 | | | | | | | | NCC | | | | | | | | BD-4 | | | | | | | | O-1 | | | | | | | | O-1-3 | | | | | | | | OS-P | | | | | | | | S-1 | | | | | | | | FPD | | | | | | | | HOZ | | | | | | | | T | | | | | | | | OD-RE/E | | | | | | | | O-1-5 | | | | | | | | PCD | | | | | | | | TCD | | | | | | | | OSMFR | | | | | | | ## Loudon ### Loudon County ([see regs](https://planningandcodes.loudoncounty-tn.gov/planning.php)) #### Subdivision Requirements per [subdivision](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/subdivision/) regulations | | | | | |---|---|---|---| | | Public Water & Sewer | Public Water septic | No Pubic Utilities NOT on Public Waterway | | Minimum Area | 7,500 ft\² | not specified | TBD by planning | | Minimum Lot Width | 75β€² | not specified | 200β€² | per [subdivision](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/subdivision/) regulations #### Zoning Requirements | | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---| | **Zoning District** | **Minimum** **Lot Size (ft\²)** | **Front Setback** | **Side Setback** | **Rear Setback** | **Minimum Lot Width** | | A-1, Agricultural | 43,560 ft\² (1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/)) | 50β€² | 20β€² | 35β€² | 150β€² | | A-2, Rural Residential | 43,560 ft\² (1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/)) | 40β€² | 20β€² | 30β€² | 100β€² | | R-1, Suburban Residential | 20,000 ft\² | 30β€² | 15β€² | 25β€² | 100β€² | | C-1, Rural Center District | Residential: 15,000 ft\² w/ public water 43,560 ft\² w/o public water Commercial: 22,000 ft\² w/ public water 43,560 ft\² w/o public water\* | 30β€² | 20β€² | 25β€² | 100β€² | | C-2, General Commercial District | 20,000 ft\² w/ public water 3 acres w/o public water | 30β€² | 20β€² | 20’\*\* | 100β€² | | M-1, General Industrial District | 2 acres w/ public water 5 acres w/o public water | 30β€² | 20’\*\*\* | 30β€² | 150β€² | | F-1, Floodway District | none | β€” | β€” | β€” | β€” | | O-1, Office-Professional District | | 40’/50β€² | 20’/25β€² | 25β€² | 100β€² | \*requires planning approval. \*\* 30β€² where vehicle access provided. \*\*\*50β€² where side yards are adjacent to suburban-residential, rural residential, or rural center districts In the case of electric transmission lines where easement widths are not established, the [building setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) lines from the center of the lines shall be as follows: 46kV = 37.5β€² \| 69kV = 50β€² \| 161 kV or greater = 75β€² ### Lenoir City | | | | | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | District | Area in ft\² w/ water & Sewer | Area in ft\² 2 family w/ water & Sewer | Area Ft\² / w/o public sewer\* | Lot width @ build setback | Front Yard\* | Side Yard\* | Rear Yard\* | Max Structure Height | | R-1 | 15,000 ft\² | 20,000 ft\² | 15,000 ft\² | 100β€² | 30β€² | 10’/15’/20β€² per story | 35β€² | 40β€² | | R-2 | 7,125 ft\² | 10,000 ft\²\*\* | 15,000 ft\² | 50β€² | 20β€² | 6’/8’/10β€² per story | 15β€² | 40β€² | | R-3 | 7,125 ft\² | 10,000 ft\²\*\* | 15,000 ft\² | 50β€² | 20β€² | 6’/8’/10β€² per story | 15β€² | 40β€² | | C-1 | | | | 50β€² | 25β€² | 10’/12’/20β€² per story | 10β€² | | | C-2 | | | | | | | | | | C-3 | | | | 50β€² | 30β€² | 10’/12’/15β€² per story | 15β€² | see regs | | M-1 | | | | | 30β€² | 10’/12’/20β€² per story | 20β€² | | | M-2 | | | | | 40β€² | 12’/20’/25β€² per story | 20β€² | | | F-1 | | | | | | | | | | C-4 | | | | 50β€² | 30’\*\*\* | 15’/20’/25β€² per story | 20β€² | 55β€² | | R-1-S | 15,000 ft\² | | 15,000 ft\² | 100β€² | 30β€² | 10’/15’/20β€² per story | 35β€² | 40β€² | | HZ | | | | | | | | | | O-1 | | | | 100β€² | 30’/40β€² per story | 20’/25β€² per story | 25β€² | 2 stories or 25β€² | | R-4 | 10,000 ft\² \*\*\*\* | 15,000 ft\² | n/a | 50β€² | 25β€² | 10β€² | 20β€² | 3 stories or 40β€² | | PDD | see regs | | | | | | | | \*Minimum lot area for single-family dwelling unit not served by public sewer system shall be dependent upon Health Department approval after appropriate soils tests have been conducted, but in no case shall the lot area be less than 15,000 square feet; for two-family dwelling unit the minimum lot area if not served by a public sewer system shall be 20,000 square feet but may be increased if required by appropriate soils test conducted by the Health Department. \*\* Minimum lot area for multi-family dwelling unit (3 units or more) which is served by public water and sewer – 12,000 feet, plus 2,000 square feet for each additional unit over three (3), up to a maximum of 18 units per [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/). No multi-family structure shall be allowed unless such structure(s) is served by a public sewer system approved by the Tennessee Department of Public Health and the Lenoir City Utilities Board. \*\*\*Minimum depth of front yard – 30 feet (the minimum setback requirement shall not apply to overhead canopies (open on four sides) utilized for automotive refueling systems ancillary to service stations, or convenient shops. In no case however, shall said canopies be located within ten (10) feet of any fronting property line. \*\*\*\* maximum density is 8 units per [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) ## Monroe ## Roane | | | | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | District | Minimum Lot Area | Minimum Road Frontage | Lot width @ build setback | Front Yard main/acc | Side Yard main/acc | Rear Yard main/acc | Max Structure Height | | A-1 | 1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 75β€² | 100β€² | 30’/30β€² | 10’/5β€² | 10’/5β€² | 35’\* | | A-2 | 0\.5 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 50β€² | 100β€² | 30’/30β€² | 10’/5β€² | 10’/5β€² | 35’\* | | R-1 | 20,000 ft\² | 30 | 100β€² | 30’/30β€² | 10’/5β€² | 10’/5β€² | 35’\* | | R-2 | 20,000 ft\² | 50β€² | 100β€² | 30’/30β€² | 10’/5β€² | 10’/5β€² | 35’\* | | R-3 | 0\.5 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 100β€² | 125β€² | 30’/30β€² | 10’/5β€² | 10’/5β€² | 35’\* | | MHP | see regs | | | | | | | | C-1 | see regs | 100β€² | 100β€² | 30’/30β€² | 10’/5β€² | 15’/5β€² | | | C-2 | see regs | 100β€² | 100β€² | 0 or 50’\*\* | 10β€² | 15β€² | | | RB | see regs | 50β€² | 50β€² | 30β€² | 10’/12’/15β€² per story | 15β€² | see regs | | OI | see regs | 50β€² | 50β€² | 30β€² | 15β€² | 20β€² | | | I-1 | 1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 50β€² | 100β€² | 60β€² | 25β€² | 30β€² | | | I-2 | 1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 50β€² | 100β€² | 60β€² | 25β€² | 30β€² | | | I-3 | 1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 50β€² | 100β€² | 60β€² | 25β€² | 30β€² | | | PUD | 15,000 ft\² | | 100β€² | 30β€² | 10’/15’/20β€² per story | 35β€² | 40β€² | | R-4 | see regs | | | | | | | | F-1 | see regs | | | | | | | \*unless sprinkled; \*\* from property line / arterial or collector street ## Sevier ### Sevier County ([see regs](https://cms5.revize.com/revize/seviercountytn/ZONING%20RESOLUTION%20ABC%20amended%20NOV%2020%202023.pdf)) #### β€œNormal” Design | | | |---|---| | **Front Setbacks** | | | Residential, Cul-de-sac & Minor Access Roads | 20β€² | | Minor Collector Roads | 20β€² | | Major Collector Roads | 40β€² | | Arterial Roads & Highways | 50β€² | | | | | |---|---|---| | Zoning District | **Side & Rear Setback** | **PUD (Exterior Setback)** | | A-1, R-1, R-2M, R-2, C-1, C-2 | 10β€² | 25β€² | | I-1, CS | 10β€² | 25β€² | | | | | |---|---|---| | Zoning District | **Minimum Lot Size (ft\²)** | **Floor Area Ratio (FAR)** | | A-1, Agricultural | 30,000 ft\² | n/a | | R-1, Rural Residential | 30,000 ft\² or 25,000 ft\² with public water | n/a | | R-2M, Medium Density Residential | 15,000 ft\² | n/a | | R-2, High Density Residential | 7,500 \² | 1\.0 | | C-1, Rural Commercial | \* | 1\.0 | | C-2, General Commercial | \* | 1\.0 | | I-1, Industrial | 43,560 ft\² (1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/)) with Health Dept. approval | 1\.0 | \*All lots shall be adequately sized to accommodate necessary parking regulations, setbacks, buffer, and soil requirements for any on-site septic disposal. However, minimum lot size required within this zoning district is subject to the utility restrictions found in Section 602.2. | | | |---|---| | Zoning District | **Minimum Frontage Requirement** | | A-1, Agricultural | 50β€² \* | | R-1, Rural Residential | 50β€² & lot must be at least 75β€² wide at setback line \* | | R-2M, Medium Density Residential | 50β€² & lot must be at least 75β€² wide at setback line | | R-2, High Density Residential | 50β€² & lot must be 75β€² wide at setback line | | C-1, Rural Commercial | 50β€² | | C-2, General Commercial | 50β€² | | I-1, Industrial | 50β€² | \*Property in A-1 and R-1 zoning districts which have no public water supply shall require a minimum lot width of one- hundred (100) feet at the [building setback](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/building-setback/) line. #### Critical Slope (lots with an average slope of 30% or greater) | | | |---|---| | **Water Supply** | **Minimum Separation** | | No supply | 200β€² (100β€² side and rear setbacks) | | 500 gpm/ 30 min | 100β€² (50β€² side and rear setbacks) | | 750 gpm/ 30 min or more | 50β€² (25β€² side and rear setbacks) | | | | |---|---| | **Average [Slope](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/slope/)** | **Minimum Lot Size** | | 30% – 49.9% | 2 acres | | 50% + | 3 acres | ### Gatlinburg ([see re](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3848/Gatlinburg/3233106/Gatlinburgs_Subdivision_Regulations.pdf)[gs](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3848/Gatlinburg/3233130/Municipal_Zoning_Ordinance-2022.pdf)) | | | | | | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Zone | Average [Slope](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/slope/) of Lot (%)\* | Minimum Lot Area | Density | Frontage Width | Front setback | Side setback | Rear setback | Average height | Maximum\*\* height | | R-1 & R1-A | 0% to 19% | 15,000 ft\² (.34 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/)) | FAR 0.5 | 50β€² (1) | 25β€² (2) | 15β€² (4) | 20β€² | 36β€² | 48β€² (3) | | R-2 \&R-2A | 20% to 29% | 32,671 ft\² (3/4 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/)) | FAR 0.5 | 50β€² (1) | 25β€² (2) | 15β€² (4) | 20β€² | 48β€² | 60β€² (3) | | | 30% to 49% | 43,560 ft\² (1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/)) | | | | | | | | | R-3 | 50% + | 87,120 ft\² (2 acres) | FAR 1.0 | 50β€² (1) | 25β€² (2) | 15β€² (4) | 20β€² | 48β€² | 60β€² (3) | | C-1 | | | FAR 2.0 | | 10β€² | 0β€² | 0β€² | 48β€² (5) | 60β€² (3)(5) | | C-2 | | | FAR 2.0 | | 15β€² | 0β€² | 0β€² | 72β€² | 84β€² (3) | | C-3 | | | FAR 5.0 | | 30β€² | 10β€² | 20β€² | 24β€² | 36β€² (3) | | C-4 | | | | | | | | 48β€² | 60β€² (3) | | C-5 | | | FAR 0.5 | | 30β€² | 10β€² | 20β€² | 24β€² | 36β€² (3) | | C-6 | | | FAR 0.5 | | | | | 48β€² | 60β€² (3) | | EC | | | FAR 2.0 | | 10β€² | 0β€² | 0β€² | 48β€² | 60β€² (3) | Average slopes in excess of 30% grade as verified by a licensed surveyor or engineer, shall require a certified analysis and site specific recommendation from a registered soils engineer (geotechnical engineer) licensed to practice in the State of Tennessee. \*\* Maximum height shall be determined from the lowest, adjacent finished grade to the roof height as determined by this ordinance. Footnotes: All lots with natural average slopes of 30% and greater, must have a minimum of 100 feet of street frontage. May be reduced to 10 feet if fronting on a 50 ft. right-of-way, 15 feet on a 40 ft. right-of-way, and 20 feet on a 30 ft. right-of-way if the natural topography is thirty(30) percent or greater, and the on-site parking and turnaround area is maintained per ordinance requirements. No portion of the building may extend above this line, except steeples, elevator shafts, stairways and similar structures; and that portion of the roof above the average roof height when the average original grade is 30 percent or greater. An additional 7.5 feet of side yard setback shall be required for each additional building floor above two (2) stories, up to a 25β€² side yard setback. The C-2 District height limits may be utilized by developments in the C-1 District, if the development meets the on-site ### Pigeon Forge ([see regs](https://cityofpigeonforge.com/uploadedFiles/Community_Development/Pigeon%20Forge%20Zoning%20Ordinance%20\(update%201_2019\).pdf)) | | | | | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Zone | Minimum Lot Area | Minimum Lot Area per addition | Frontage Width | Front setback | Side setback (each) | Rear setback | Maximum\*\* height | | R-1 | 10,000 ft\² | 10,000 ft\² | 70β€² (1) | 30β€² | 15β€² \*\*\* | 25β€² \*\*\* | 35β€² | | R-2 | 3,500 ft\² | 3,500 ft\² | 60β€² (1) | 30β€² | 8β€² /story \*\*\* | 25β€² \*\*\* | 35β€² | | C-1 | FAR not greater | than 1.0 | | 35β€² | per building code | per building code | 80β€² | | C-2 | FAR not greater | than 1.0 | | 35β€² | per building code | per building code | 80β€² | | C-3 | FAR not greater | than 1.0 | | 35β€² | 20β€² | 20β€² | 70β€² | | C-4 | Arterial Streets | | | 25β€² | 25β€² | 25β€² | 85’\*\*\*\* | | | Collector Streets | | | 25β€² | 25β€² | 25β€² | 48’\*\*\*\* | | | Residential Streets | | | 25β€² | 25β€² | 25β€² | 35’\*\*\*\* | | M-1 | FAR not greater | than 1.0 | | 30β€² | 20β€² | 25β€² | 75’\*\*\*\* | | C-5(a) | none | | | 50β€² \*\*\*\* | 50β€² \*\*\*\* | 50β€² \*\*\*\* | Buildings 70β€² Rides 200β€² | | C-5(b) | none | | | 15β€² \*\*\*\* | 15β€² \*\*\*\* | 15β€² \*\*\*\* | 70β€² | | C-6 | FAR not greater | than 1.0 | | 35’\*(a) | per building code \*\*\*\* | per building code \*\*\*\* | 70β€² | | C-7 | none | | | 10β€² | 10β€² | 10β€² | Buildings 80β€² Rides \*\*\*\* | Except no setback on 441 and setback are measured from the center line of the street \*\* Except on cul-de-sac \*\*\* Accessory structures – Section 508 \*\*\*\* Structure and amusement setbacks of Sections 709.5, 709.10, 706.2.1, & 712.3.2 apply. ## Union
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