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| Boilerpipe Text | 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, βTrust, but Verify.β
Anderson
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Blount
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Campbell
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Claiborne
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Cocke
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Grainger
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Greene
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Hamblen
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Hancock
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Hawkins
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Jefferson
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Knox
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Loudon
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Monroe
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Roane
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Sevier
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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
25β²
25β²
50β²
50β²
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)
400β*
100β²
43,000
43,000
43,000
Major Arterial (A-2)
200β*
100β²
43,000
43,000
43,000
Minor Arterial (A-3)
150β*
100β²
30,000
32,670
35,000
Collector (C)
100β²
75β²
21,780
32,670
35,000
Residential and Other
50β²
75β²
21,780
32,670
35,000
Interior One Lot
25β²
75β²
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
60β²
40β²
30β²
10β²
20β²
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
30β²
10β² (note 3)
25β²
___ Other
25β²
10β²
20β²
Commercial Uses (Note 2)
20β²
None (notes 4 & 5)
None (notes 4 & 5)
Industrial Uses
60β²
50β²
60β²
1. All setbacks along street right-of-way property lines shall be considered a βfrontβ setback even if there are multiple βfrontβ setbacks on a lot.
2. Setback from a collector β 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 β ten (10) feet side and/or ten (10) feet rear.
5. Gasoline pump island and canopy supports setback from collector or arterial β 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
50β²
50β²
100β²
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 = 37.5β² | 69kV = 50β² | 161 kV or greater = 75β²
Claiborne
Claiborne County (
see regs
)
Street Frontage: 40β² of βusableβ (30β² 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%
75β²
7,500 ft²
n/a
n/a
40β²
n/a
20,000 ft²
n/a
100β²
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%
50β²
40β²
30β²
10β²
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 = 37.5β² | 69kV = 50β² | 131 kV or greater = 75β²
Cocke
Cocke County
Cannot divide on private road.
Public Water
& Sewer
Public Water
septic
No Pubic
Utilities
Road Frontage*
100β²
100β²
100β²
Minimum Area
15,000 ft²
32,670 ft² (3/4 ac)
43,560 ft² (1 ac)
Minimum Lot Width
75β²
100β²
150β²
*50β² for flag lots (β
pole
β cannot reduce below 50β²) β 75β² 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 = 37.5β² | 69kV = 50β² | 161 kV or greater = 75β²
Utility and Drainage: 10β² 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
75β²
100β²
200β²
*50β² for flag lots (β
pole
β cannot reduce below 50β²) β 75β² 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 = 37.5β² | 69kV = 50β² | 161 kV or greater = 75β²
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
75β²
30β²
12β² **
30β²
35β²
R-2
7,500 ft²
3,000 ft²
75β²
30β²
12β² **
25β²
35β²
M-R
7,500 ft²
3,000 ft²
75β²
30β²
12β² **
25β²
35β²
P-1
7,500 ft²
3,000 ft²
75β²
30β²
12β² **
25β²
35β²
C-1
0
0
0
35β² ***
C-2
30β²
15β²
25β²
35β² ***
C-3
30β²
15β²
25β²
35β² ***
M-1
30β²
20β²
25β²
55β²
M-2
40β²
25β²
25β²
55β²
A-1
5 acres
150β²
50β²
50β²
50β²
55β²
*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
40β²
50β²
75β²
Minimum Area
10,000 ft²
20,000 ft²
30,000 ft²
Minimum Lot Width
75β²
80β²
100β²
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 = 37.5β² | 69kV = 50β² | 161 kV or greater = 75β²
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
90β²
25β²
15β²
25β²
35β²
RP-1
25β²
25β/0
25β/0
25β²
45β²
RD-1
5,500 ft²
25β²
8β²
25β²
25β²
RD-2
10,000 ft² / 11,000 ft² / 14.500 ft²
25β²
10/15/20 per story
25β²
35β²
R-2
7,500 ft² / 11,000 ft² / 14.500 ft²
12 unit/ac
25β²
10β² single 20β² duplexΒ
25β²
35β²
R-3
5,500 ft² / 11,000 ft² /
3+ dwellings = 20/
acre
25β²
10β²
20β²
OMP-R
65β²
35β²
10β² or 15β²
30β²
35β²
OMP
65β²
35β²
10β² or 15β²
30β²
45β²
LB
20β²
50β² or 10β²
20β²
35β²
IB
65β²
35β²
15β²
10β² or 20β²
45β²
CB
5β²
5β²
0β² or 10β²
45β²
LI
50β² or 35β²
5β² or 10β²
20β²
45β²
ALI
50β² or 35β²
5β² or 10β²
20β²
55β² +
HI
50β² or 35β²
5β² or 10β²
20β²
55β² +
MHP
see regs
TA
35β²
20β²
30β²
35β²
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
30β²
40β²
Side Setback Line
Minimum of 6β² and a sum of 15β²
Minimum of 6β² and a sum of 15β²
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
60β²
40β²
200β²
Minimum Width at Setback Line
not specified
80β²
80β²
*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
30β²
15β²
30β²
50β²
R-2
7,500 ft² + 3000 ft² per unit
30β²
8β² /story
25β²
50β²
60β²
R-3
6,000 ft²
25β²
10β²
10β²
β
PUD
Requirement
P-1
β
30β²
10β²
25β²
β
60β²
P-2
β
30β²
10β²
25β²
β
60β²
B-1
β
30β²
10β²
25β²
β
60β²
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
60β²
B-3
β
30β²
10β²
25β²
β
60β²
B-4
10 acres
see
section
785.6
β
60β²
M-1
β
30β²
20β²
25β²
β
60β²
M-2
β
30β²
20β²
25β²
β
60β²
AF-1
5 acres
30β²
30β²
25β²
β
60β²
** 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
75β²
100β²
150β²
Minimum Front Setback
(from center of existing county roads)
55β**
55β**
55β**
Minimum Rear Setback
10β²
10β²
10β²
Minimum Side Setback
10β²
10β²
10β²
*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 50β² or more.
Building Site Requirements (to be shown on plat) per Resolution R2022I
7% of total property (30β² x 40β min)
Situated within the lot setbacks
Outside of a special flood hazard area
βfree of excessive rock formationsβ
Not needed for septic drain fields or reserve area
Have an average
slope
not to exceed 10%
Land below the 1002β contour on Douglas Lake shall not be included when computing total lot sizes.
Additional Lot requirements
βExcept for lots on approved public easements, each Lot must front for 50 feet on an existing county road or a road proposed for public acceptanceβ¦
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
βA 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.β
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
100β²
50β²
25β²
35β²
35β²
B-1
β
β
β
β
β
β
R-1
20,000 ft²
75β²
35β²
15β² (sum of 40β²)
20β²
35β²
OSMR
5 acres
β
see regs
12β²
25β²
35β²
R-1-S-A
1
acre
β
35
15β² (sum of 50β²)
25
35β²
R-2
15,000 ft² w/ sewer
25,000 ft² w/o sewer
75β²
30β²
10β² (sum of 30β²)
25
35β²
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
75β²
not specified
200β²
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
)
50β²
20β²
35β²
150β²
A-2, Rural Residential
43,560 ft² (1
acre
)
40β²
20β²
30β²
100β²
R-1, Suburban Residential
20,000 ft²
30β²
15β²
25β²
100β²
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*
30β²
20β²
25β²
100β²
C-2, General Commercial District
20,000 ft² w/ public water
3 acres w/o public water
30β²
20β²
20β**
100β²
M-1, General Industrial District
2 acres w/ public water
5 acres w/o public water
30β²
20β***
30β²
150β²
F-1, Floodway District
none
β
β
β
β
O-1, Office-Professional District
40β/50β²
20β/25β²
25β²
100β²
*requires planning approval. ** 30β² where vehicle access provided. ***50β² 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 = 37.5β² | 69kV = 50β² | 161 kV or greater = 75β²
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
100β²
30β²
10β/15β/20β² per story
35β²
40β²
R-2
7,125 ft²
10,000 ft²**
15,000 ft²
50β²
20β²
6β/8β/10β²
per story
15β²
40β²
R-3
7,125 ft²
10,000 ft²**
15,000 ft²
50β²
20β²
6β/8β/10β²
per story
15β²
40β²
C-1
50β²
25β²
10β/12β/20β²
per story
10β²
C-2
C-3
50β²
30β²
10β/12β/15β²
per story
15β²
see regs
M-1
30β²
10β/12β/20β²
per story
20β²
M-2
40β²
12β/20β/25β²
per story
20β²
F-1
C-4
50β²
30β***
15β/20β/25β²
per story
20β²
55β²
R-1-S
15,000 ft²
15,000 ft²
100β²
30β²
10β/15β/20β²
per story
35β²
40β²
HZ
O-1
100β²
30β/40β²
per story
20β/25β²
per story
25β²
2 stories or
25β²
R-4
10,000 ft²
****
15,000 ft²
n/a
50β²
25β²
10β²
20β²
3 stories or
40β²
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 β 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 β 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
75β²
100β²
30β/30β²
10β/5β²
10β/5β²
35β*
A-2
0.5
acre
50β²
100β²
30β/30β²
10β/5β²
10β/5β²
35β*
R-1
20,000 ft²
30
100β²
30β/30β²
10β/5β²
10β/5β²
35β*
R-2
20,000 ft²
50β²
100β²
30β/30β²
10β/5β²
10β/5β²
35β*
R-3
0.5
acre
100β²
125β²
30β/30β²
10β/5β²
10β/5β²
35β*
MHP
see regs
C-1
see regs
100β²
100β²
30β/30β²
10β/5β²
15β/5β²
C-2
see regs
100β²
100β²
0 or 50β**
10β²
15β²
RB
see regs
50β²
50β²
30β²
10β/12β/15β²
per story
15β²
see regs
OI
see regs
50β²
50β²
30β²
15β²
20β²
I-1
1
acre
50β²
100β²
60β²
25β²
30β²
I-2
1
acre
50β²
100β²
60β²
25β²
30β²
I-3
1
acre
50β²
100β²
60β²
25β²
30β²
PUD
15,000 ft²
100β²
30β²
10β/15β/20β²
per story
35β²
40β²
R-4
see regs
F-1
see regs
*unless sprinkled; ** from property line / arterial or collector street
Sevier
Sevier County (
see regs
)
βNormalβ Design
Front Setbacks
Residential, Cul-de-sac & Minor Access Roads
20β²
Minor Collector Roads
20β²
Major Collector Roads
40β²
Arterial Roads & Highways
50β²
Zoning District
Side & Rear
Setback
PUD
(Exterior Setback)
A-1, R-1, R-2M, R-2, C-1, C-2
10β²
25β²
I-1, CS
10β²
25β²
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
50β² *
R-1, Rural Residential
50β² & lot must be at least 75β² wide at setback line *
R-2M, Medium Density Residential
50β² & lot must be at least 75β² wide at setback line
R-2, High Density Residential
50β² & lot must be 75β² wide at setback line
C-1, Rural Commercial
50β²
C-2, General Commercial
50β²
I-1, Industrial
50β²
*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
200β² (100β² side and rear setbacks)
500 gpm/ 30 min
100β² (50β² side and rear setbacks)
750 gpm/ 30 min or more
50β² (25β² side and rear setbacks)
Average
Slope
Minimum Lot Size
30% β 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
50β² (1)
25β² (2)
15β² (4)
20β²
36β²
48β² (3)
R-2 &R-2A
20% to 29%
32,671 ft² (3/4
acre
)
FAR 0.5
50β² (1)
25β² (2)
15β² (4)
20β²
48β²
60β² (3)
30% to 49%
43,560 ft² (1
acre
)
R-3
50% +
87,120 ft² (2 acres)
FAR 1.0
50β² (1)
25β² (2)
15β² (4)
20β²
48β²
60β² (3)
C-1
FAR 2.0
10β²
0β²
0β²
48β² (5)
60β² (3)(5)
C-2
FAR 2.0
15β²
0β²
0β²
72β²
84β² (3)
C-3
FAR 5.0
30β²
10β²
20β²
24β²
36β² (3)
C-4
48β²
60β² (3)
C-5
FAR 0.5
30β²
10β²
20β²
24β²
36β² (3)
C-6
FAR 0.5
48β²
60β² (3)
EC
FAR 2.0
10β²
0β²
0β²
48β²
60β² (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 25β² 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
70β² (1)
30β²
15β² ***
25β² ***
35β²
R-2
3,500 ft²
3,500 ft²
60β² (1)
30β²
8β² /story ***
25β² ***
35β²
C-1
FAR not greater
than 1.0
35β²
per building code
per building code
80β²
C-2
FAR not greater
than 1.0
35β²
per building code
per building code
80β²
C-3
FAR not greater
than 1.0
35β²
20β²
20β²
70β²
C-4
Arterial Streets
25β²
25β²
25β²
85β****
Collector Streets
25β²
25β²
25β²
48β****
Residential Streets
25β²
25β²
25β²
35β****
M-1
FAR not greater
than 1.0
30β²
20β²
25β²
75β****
C-5(a)
none
50β² ****
50β² ****
50β² ****
Buildings 70β²
Rides 200β²
C-5(b)
none
15β² ****
15β² ****
15β² ****
70β²
C-6
FAR not greater
than 1.0
35β*(a)
per building
code ****
per building
code ****
70β²
C-7
none
10β²
10β²
10β²
Buildings 80β²
Rides ****
Except no setback on 441 and setback are measured from the center line of the street
** Except on cul-de-sac
*** Accessory structures β Section 508
**** Structure and amusement setbacks of Sections 709.5, 709.10, 706.2.1, & 712.3.2 apply.
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# Lot Design Standards
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, βTrust, but Verify.β
[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 | 25β² | 25β² | 50β² | 50β² |
| 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) | 400β\* | 100β² | 43,000 | 43,000 | 43,000 |
| Major Arterial (A-2) | 200β\* | 100β² | 43,000 | 43,000 | 43,000 |
| Minor Arterial (A-3) | 150β\* | 100β² | 30,000 | 32,670 | 35,000 |
| Collector (C) | 100β² | 75β² | 21,780 | 32,670 | 35,000 |
| Residential and Other | 50β² | 75β² | 21,780 | 32,670 | 35,000 |
| Interior One Lot | 25β² | 75β² | 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 |
| 60β² | 40β² | 30β² | 10β² | 20β² |
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 | 30β² | 10β² (note 3) | 25β² |
| \_\_\_ Other | 25β² | 10β² | 20β² |
| Commercial Uses (Note 2) | 20β² | None (notes 4 & 5) | None (notes 4 & 5) |
| Industrial Uses | 60β² | 50β² | 60β² |
1\. All setbacks along street right-of-way property lines shall be considered a βfrontβ setback even if there are multiple βfrontβ setbacks on a lot.
2\. Setback from a collector β 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 β ten (10) feet side and/or ten (10) feet rear.
5\. Gasoline pump island and canopy supports setback from collector or arterial β 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 | 50β² | 50β² | 100β² | 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 |
| 50β² | 40β² | 30β² | 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 = 37.5β² \| 69kV = 50β² \| 161 kV or greater = 75β²
## Claiborne
### Claiborne County ([see regs](https://claibornecountytn.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/2021-Claiborne-County-Subdivision-Regulations001.pdf))
Street Frontage: 40β² of βusableβ (30β² 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% | 75β² | 7,500 ft\² | n/a | n/a |
| | 40β² | n/a | 20,000 ft\² | n/a |
| | 100β² | 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% | 50β² | 40β² | 30β² | 10β² |
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 = 37.5β² \| 69kV = 50β² \| 131 kV or greater = 75β²
## Cocke
### Cocke County
****Cannot divide on private road.****
| | | | |
|---|---|---|---|
| | Public Water & Sewer | Public Water septic | No Pubic Utilities |
| Road Frontage\* | 100β² | 100β² | 100β² |
| Minimum Area | 15,000 ft\² | 32,670 ft\² (3/4 ac) | 43,560 ft\² (1 ac) |
| Minimum Lot Width | 75β² | 100β² | 150β² |
\*50β² for flag lots (β[pole](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/pole/)β cannot reduce below 50β²) β 75β² 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 |
| 50β² | 40β² | 30β² | 15β² |
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 = 37.5β² \| 69kV = 50β² \| 161 kV or greater = 75β²
Utility and Drainage: 10β² 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 | 75β² | 100β² | 200β² |
\*50β² for flag lots (β[pole](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/pole/)β cannot reduce below 50β²) β 75β² 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 |
| 50β² | 40β² | 30β² | 15β² |
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 = 37.5β² \| 69kV = 50β² \| 161 kV or greater = 75β²
| | |
|---|---|
| **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 | 75β² | 30β² | 12β² \*\* | 30β² | 35β² |
| R-2 | 7,500 ft\² | 3,000 ft\² | 75β² | 30β² | 12β² \*\* | 25β² | 35β² |
| M-R | 7,500 ft\² | 3,000 ft\² | 75β² | 30β² | 12β² \*\* | 25β² | 35β² |
| P-1 | 7,500 ft\² | 3,000 ft\² | 75β² | 30β² | 12β² \*\* | 25β² | 35β² |
| C-1 | | | | 0 | 0 | 0 | 35β² \*\*\* |
| C-2 | | | | 30β² | 15β² | 25β² | 35β² \*\*\* |
| C-3 | | | | 30β² | 15β² | 25β² | 35β² \*\*\* |
| M-1 | | | | 30β² | 20β² | 25β² | 55β² |
| M-2 | | | | 40β² | 25β² | 25β² | 55β² |
| A-1 | 5 acres | | 150β² | 50β² | 50β² | 50β² | 55β² |
\*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 | 40β² | 50β² | 75β² |
| Minimum Area | 10,000 ft\² | 20,000 ft\² | 30,000 ft\² |
| Minimum Lot Width | 75β² | 80β² | 100β² |
| | | | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 40β² | 30β² or 40β² (regs unclear) | 30β² | 15β² |
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 = 37.5β² \| 69kV = 50β² \| 161 kV or greater = 75β²
## 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 | | 90β² | 25β² | 15β² | 25β² | | 35β² |
| RP-1 | | | | 25β² | 25β/0 | 25β/0 | 25β² | 45β² |
| RD-1 | 5,500 ft\² | | | 25β² | 8β² | 25β² | | 25β² |
| RD-2 | 10,000 ft\² / 11,000 ft\² / 14.500 ft\² | | | 25β² | 10/15/20 per story | 25β² | | 35β² |
| R-2 | 7,500 ft\² / 11,000 ft\² / 14.500 ft\² | 12 unit/ac | | 25β² | 10β² single 20β² duplex | 25β² | | 35β² |
| R-3 | 5,500 ft\² / 11,000 ft\² / | 3+ dwellings = 20/[acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | | 25β² | 10β² | 20β² | | |
| OMP-R | | | 65β² | 35β² | 10β² or 15β² | 30β² | | 35β² |
| OMP | | | 65β² | 35β² | 10β² or 15β² | 30β² | | 45β² |
| LB | | | | 20β² | 50β² or 10β² | 20β² | | 35β² |
| IB | | | 65β² | 35β² | 15β² | 10β² or 20β² | | 45β² |
| CB | | | | 5β² | 5β² | 0β² or 10β² | | 45β² |
| LI | | | | 50β² or 35β² | 5β² or 10β² | 20β² | | 45β² |
| ALI | | | | 50β² or 35β² | 5β² or 10β² | 20β² | | 55β² + |
| HI | | | | 50β² or 35β² | 5β² or 10β² | 20β² | | 55β² + |
| MHP | see regs | | | | | | | |
| TA | | | | 35β² | 20β² | 30β² | | 35β² |
| 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 | 30β² | 40β² |
| Side Setback Line | Minimum of 6β² and a sum of 15β² | Minimum of 6β² and a sum of 15β² |
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 | 60β² | 40β² | 200β² |
| Minimum Width at Setback Line | not specified | 80β² | 80β² |
\*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 | 30β² | 15β² | 30β² | 50β² | |
| R-2 | 7,500 ft\² + 3000 ft\² per unit | 30β² | 8β² /story | 25β² | 50β² | 60β² |
| R-3 | 6,000 ft\² | 25β² | 10β² | 10β² | β | PUD Requirement |
| P-1 | β | 30β² | 10β² | 25β² | β | 60β² |
| P-2 | β | 30β² | 10β² | 25β² | β | 60β² |
| B-1 | β | 30β² | 10β² | 25β² | β | 60β² |
| 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 | 60β² |
| B-3 | β | 30β² | 10β² | 25β² | β | 60β² |
| B-4 | 10 acres | see | section | 785\.6 | β | 60β² |
| M-1 | β | 30β² | 20β² | 25β² | β | 60β² |
| M-2 | β | 30β² | 20β² | 25β² | β | 60β² |
| AF-1 | 5 acres | 30β² | 30β² | 25β² | β | 60β² |
\*\* 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 | 75β² | 100β² | 150β² |
| Minimum Front Setback (from center of existing county roads) | 55β\*\* | 55β\*\* | 55β\*\* |
| Minimum Rear Setback | 10β² | 10β² | 10β² |
| Minimum Side Setback | 10β² | 10β² | 10β² |
\*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 50β² or more.
#### Building Site Requirements (to be shown on plat) per Resolution R2022I
- 7% of total property (30β² x 40β min)
- Situated within the lot setbacks
- Outside of a special flood hazard area
- βfree of excessive rock formationsβ
- 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 1002β contour on Douglas Lake shall not be included when computing total lot sizes.
#### Additional Lot requirements
- βExcept for lots on approved public easements, each Lot must front for 50 feet on an existing county road or a road proposed for public acceptanceβ¦
- 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
- βA 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.β
## 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 | 100β² | 50β² | 25β² | 35β² | 35β² |
| B-1 | β | β | β | β | β | β |
| R-1 | 20,000 ft\² | 75β² | 35β² | 15β² (sum of 40β²) | 20β² | 35β² |
| OSMR | 5 acres | β | see regs | 12β² | 25β² | 35β² |
| R-1-S-A | 1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | β | 35 | 15β² (sum of 50β²) | 25 | 35β² |
| R-2 | 15,000 ft\² w/ sewer 25,000 ft\² w/o sewer | 75β² | 30β² | 10β² (sum of 30β²) | 25 | 35β² |
| 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) |
| 50β² | 40β² | 30β² |
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 | 75β² | not specified | 200β² |
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/)) | 50β² | 20β² | 35β² | 150β² |
| A-2, Rural Residential | 43,560 ft\² (1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/)) | 40β² | 20β² | 30β² | 100β² |
| R-1, Suburban Residential | 20,000 ft\² | 30β² | 15β² | 25β² | 100β² |
| 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\* | 30β² | 20β² | 25β² | 100β² |
| C-2, General Commercial District | 20,000 ft\² w/ public water 3 acres w/o public water | 30β² | 20β² | 20β\*\* | 100β² |
| M-1, General Industrial District | 2 acres w/ public water 5 acres w/o public water | 30β² | 20β\*\*\* | 30β² | 150β² |
| F-1, Floodway District | none | β | β | β | β |
| O-1, Office-Professional District | | 40β/50β² | 20β/25β² | 25β² | 100β² |
\*requires planning approval. \*\* 30β² where vehicle access provided. \*\*\*50β² 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 = 37.5β² \| 69kV = 50β² \| 161 kV or greater = 75β²
### 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 | 100β² | 30β² | 10β/15β/20β² per story | 35β² | 40β² |
| R-2 | 7,125 ft\² | 10,000 ft\²\*\* | 15,000 ft\² | 50β² | 20β² | 6β/8β/10β² per story | 15β² | 40β² |
| R-3 | 7,125 ft\² | 10,000 ft\²\*\* | 15,000 ft\² | 50β² | 20β² | 6β/8β/10β² per story | 15β² | 40β² |
| C-1 | | | | 50β² | 25β² | 10β/12β/20β² per story | 10β² | |
| C-2 | | | | | | | | |
| C-3 | | | | 50β² | 30β² | 10β/12β/15β² per story | 15β² | see regs |
| M-1 | | | | | 30β² | 10β/12β/20β² per story | 20β² | |
| M-2 | | | | | 40β² | 12β/20β/25β² per story | 20β² | |
| F-1 | | | | | | | | |
| C-4 | | | | 50β² | 30β\*\*\* | 15β/20β/25β² per story | 20β² | 55β² |
| R-1-S | 15,000 ft\² | | 15,000 ft\² | 100β² | 30β² | 10β/15β/20β² per story | 35β² | 40β² |
| HZ | | | | | | | | |
| O-1 | | | | 100β² | 30β/40β² per story | 20β/25β² per story | 25β² | 2 stories or 25β² |
| R-4 | 10,000 ft\² \*\*\*\* | 15,000 ft\² | n/a | 50β² | 25β² | 10β² | 20β² | 3 stories or 40β² |
| 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 β 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 β 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/) | 75β² | 100β² | 30β/30β² | 10β/5β² | 10β/5β² | 35β\* |
| A-2 | 0\.5 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 50β² | 100β² | 30β/30β² | 10β/5β² | 10β/5β² | 35β\* |
| R-1 | 20,000 ft\² | 30 | 100β² | 30β/30β² | 10β/5β² | 10β/5β² | 35β\* |
| R-2 | 20,000 ft\² | 50β² | 100β² | 30β/30β² | 10β/5β² | 10β/5β² | 35β\* |
| R-3 | 0\.5 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 100β² | 125β² | 30β/30β² | 10β/5β² | 10β/5β² | 35β\* |
| MHP | see regs | | | | | | |
| C-1 | see regs | 100β² | 100β² | 30β/30β² | 10β/5β² | 15β/5β² | |
| C-2 | see regs | 100β² | 100β² | 0 or 50β\*\* | 10β² | 15β² | |
| RB | see regs | 50β² | 50β² | 30β² | 10β/12β/15β² per story | 15β² | see regs |
| OI | see regs | 50β² | 50β² | 30β² | 15β² | 20β² | |
| I-1 | 1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 50β² | 100β² | 60β² | 25β² | 30β² | |
| I-2 | 1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 50β² | 100β² | 60β² | 25β² | 30β² | |
| I-3 | 1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 50β² | 100β² | 60β² | 25β² | 30β² | |
| PUD | 15,000 ft\² | | 100β² | 30β² | 10β/15β/20β² per story | 35β² | 40β² |
| 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))
#### βNormalβ Design
| | |
|---|---|
| **Front Setbacks** | |
| Residential, Cul-de-sac & Minor Access Roads | 20β² |
| Minor Collector Roads | 20β² |
| Major Collector Roads | 40β² |
| Arterial Roads & Highways | 50β² |
| | | |
|---|---|---|
| Zoning District | **Side & Rear Setback** | **PUD (Exterior Setback)** |
| A-1, R-1, R-2M, R-2, C-1, C-2 | 10β² | 25β² |
| I-1, CS | 10β² | 25β² |
| | | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 50β² \* |
| R-1, Rural Residential | 50β² & lot must be at least 75β² wide at setback line \* |
| R-2M, Medium Density Residential | 50β² & lot must be at least 75β² wide at setback line |
| R-2, High Density Residential | 50β² & lot must be 75β² wide at setback line |
| C-1, Rural Commercial | 50β² |
| C-2, General Commercial | 50β² |
| I-1, Industrial | 50β² |
\*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 | 200β² (100β² side and rear setbacks) |
| 500 gpm/ 30 min | 100β² (50β² side and rear setbacks) |
| 750 gpm/ 30 min or more | 50β² (25β² side and rear setbacks) |
| | |
|---|---|
| **Average [Slope](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/slope/)** | **Minimum Lot Size** |
| 30% β 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 | 50β² (1) | 25β² (2) | 15β² (4) | 20β² | 36β² | 48β² (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 | 50β² (1) | 25β² (2) | 15β² (4) | 20β² | 48β² | 60β² (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 | 50β² (1) | 25β² (2) | 15β² (4) | 20β² | 48β² | 60β² (3) |
| C-1 | | | FAR 2.0 | | 10β² | 0β² | 0β² | 48β² (5) | 60β² (3)(5) |
| C-2 | | | FAR 2.0 | | 15β² | 0β² | 0β² | 72β² | 84β² (3) |
| C-3 | | | FAR 5.0 | | 30β² | 10β² | 20β² | 24β² | 36β² (3) |
| C-4 | | | | | | | | 48β² | 60β² (3) |
| C-5 | | | FAR 0.5 | | 30β² | 10β² | 20β² | 24β² | 36β² (3) |
| C-6 | | | FAR 0.5 | | | | | 48β² | 60β² (3) |
| EC | | | FAR 2.0 | | 10β² | 0β² | 0β² | 48β² | 60β² (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 25β² 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 | 70β² (1) | 30β² | 15β² \*\*\* | 25β² \*\*\* | 35β² |
| R-2 | 3,500 ft\² | 3,500 ft\² | 60β² (1) | 30β² | 8β² /story \*\*\* | 25β² \*\*\* | 35β² |
| C-1 | FAR not greater | than 1.0 | | 35β² | per building code | per building code | 80β² |
| C-2 | FAR not greater | than 1.0 | | 35β² | per building code | per building code | 80β² |
| C-3 | FAR not greater | than 1.0 | | 35β² | 20β² | 20β² | 70β² |
| C-4 | Arterial Streets | | | 25β² | 25β² | 25β² | 85β\*\*\*\* |
| | Collector Streets | | | 25β² | 25β² | 25β² | 48β\*\*\*\* |
| | Residential Streets | | | 25β² | 25β² | 25β² | 35β\*\*\*\* |
| M-1 | FAR not greater | than 1.0 | | 30β² | 20β² | 25β² | 75β\*\*\*\* |
| C-5(a) | none | | | 50β² \*\*\*\* | 50β² \*\*\*\* | 50β² \*\*\*\* | Buildings 70β² Rides 200β² |
| C-5(b) | none | | | 15β² \*\*\*\* | 15β² \*\*\*\* | 15β² \*\*\*\* | 70β² |
| C-6 | FAR not greater | than 1.0 | | 35β\*(a) | per building code \*\*\*\* | per building code \*\*\*\* | 70β² |
| C-7 | none | | | 10β² | 10β² | 10β² | Buildings 80β² Rides \*\*\*\* |
Except no setback on 441 and setback are measured from the center line of the street
\*\* Except on cul-de-sac
\*\*\* Accessory structures β Section 508
\*\*\*\* Structure and amusement setbacks of Sections 709.5, 709.10, 706.2.1, & 712.3.2 apply.
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## 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 | 25β² | 25β² | 50β² | 50β² |
| 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) | 400β\* | 100β² | 43,000 | 43,000 | 43,000 |
| Major Arterial (A-2) | 200β\* | 100β² | 43,000 | 43,000 | 43,000 |
| Minor Arterial (A-3) | 150β\* | 100β² | 30,000 | 32,670 | 35,000 |
| Collector (C) | 100β² | 75β² | 21,780 | 32,670 | 35,000 |
| Residential and Other | 50β² | 75β² | 21,780 | 32,670 | 35,000 |
| Interior One Lot | 25β² | 75β² | 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 |
| 60β² | 40β² | 30β² | 10β² | 20β² |
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 | 30β² | 10β² (note 3) | 25β² |
| \_\_\_ Other | 25β² | 10β² | 20β² |
| Commercial Uses (Note 2) | 20β² | None (notes 4 & 5) | None (notes 4 & 5) |
| Industrial Uses | 60β² | 50β² | 60β² |
1\. All setbacks along street right-of-way property lines shall be considered a βfrontβ setback even if there are multiple βfrontβ setbacks on a lot.
2\. Setback from a collector β 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 β ten (10) feet side and/or ten (10) feet rear.
5\. Gasoline pump island and canopy supports setback from collector or arterial β 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 | 50β² | 50β² | 100β² | 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 = 37.5β² \| 69kV = 50β² \| 161 kV or greater = 75β²
## Claiborne
### Claiborne County ([see regs](https://claibornecountytn.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/2021-Claiborne-County-Subdivision-Regulations001.pdf))
Street Frontage: 40β² of βusableβ (30β² 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% | 75β² | 7,500 ft\² | n/a | n/a |
| | 40β² | n/a | 20,000 ft\² | n/a |
| | 100β² | 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% | 50β² | 40β² | 30β² | 10β² |
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 = 37.5β² \| 69kV = 50β² \| 131 kV or greater = 75β²
## Cocke
### Cocke County
****Cannot divide on private road.****
| | | | |
|---|---|---|---|
| | Public Water & Sewer | Public Water septic | No Pubic Utilities |
| Road Frontage\* | 100β² | 100β² | 100β² |
| Minimum Area | 15,000 ft\² | 32,670 ft\² (3/4 ac) | 43,560 ft\² (1 ac) |
| Minimum Lot Width | 75β² | 100β² | 150β² |
\*50β² for flag lots (β[pole](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/pole/)β cannot reduce below 50β²) β 75β² 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 = 37.5β² \| 69kV = 50β² \| 161 kV or greater = 75β²
Utility and Drainage: 10β² 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 | 75β² | 100β² | 200β² |
\*50β² for flag lots (β[pole](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/pole/)β cannot reduce below 50β²) β 75β² 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 = 37.5β² \| 69kV = 50β² \| 161 kV or greater = 75β²
| | |
|---|---|
| **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 | 75β² | 30β² | 12β² \*\* | 30β² | 35β² |
| R-2 | 7,500 ft\² | 3,000 ft\² | 75β² | 30β² | 12β² \*\* | 25β² | 35β² |
| M-R | 7,500 ft\² | 3,000 ft\² | 75β² | 30β² | 12β² \*\* | 25β² | 35β² |
| P-1 | 7,500 ft\² | 3,000 ft\² | 75β² | 30β² | 12β² \*\* | 25β² | 35β² |
| C-1 | | | | 0 | 0 | 0 | 35β² \*\*\* |
| C-2 | | | | 30β² | 15β² | 25β² | 35β² \*\*\* |
| C-3 | | | | 30β² | 15β² | 25β² | 35β² \*\*\* |
| M-1 | | | | 30β² | 20β² | 25β² | 55β² |
| M-2 | | | | 40β² | 25β² | 25β² | 55β² |
| A-1 | 5 acres | | 150β² | 50β² | 50β² | 50β² | 55β² |
\*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 | 40β² | 50β² | 75β² |
| Minimum Area | 10,000 ft\² | 20,000 ft\² | 30,000 ft\² |
| Minimum Lot Width | 75β² | 80β² | 100β² |
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 = 37.5β² \| 69kV = 50β² \| 161 kV or greater = 75β²
## 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 | | 90β² | 25β² | 15β² | 25β² | | 35β² |
| RP-1 | | | | 25β² | 25β/0 | 25β/0 | 25β² | 45β² |
| RD-1 | 5,500 ft\² | | | 25β² | 8β² | 25β² | | 25β² |
| RD-2 | 10,000 ft\² / 11,000 ft\² / 14.500 ft\² | | | 25β² | 10/15/20 per story | 25β² | | 35β² |
| R-2 | 7,500 ft\² / 11,000 ft\² / 14.500 ft\² | 12 unit/ac | | 25β² | 10β² single 20β² duplex | 25β² | | 35β² |
| R-3 | 5,500 ft\² / 11,000 ft\² / | 3+ dwellings = 20/[acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | | 25β² | 10β² | 20β² | | |
| OMP-R | | | 65β² | 35β² | 10β² or 15β² | 30β² | | 35β² |
| OMP | | | 65β² | 35β² | 10β² or 15β² | 30β² | | 45β² |
| LB | | | | 20β² | 50β² or 10β² | 20β² | | 35β² |
| IB | | | 65β² | 35β² | 15β² | 10β² or 20β² | | 45β² |
| CB | | | | 5β² | 5β² | 0β² or 10β² | | 45β² |
| LI | | | | 50β² or 35β² | 5β² or 10β² | 20β² | | 45β² |
| ALI | | | | 50β² or 35β² | 5β² or 10β² | 20β² | | 55β² + |
| HI | | | | 50β² or 35β² | 5β² or 10β² | 20β² | | 55β² + |
| MHP | see regs | | | | | | | |
| TA | | | | 35β² | 20β² | 30β² | | 35β² |
| 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 | 30β² | 40β² |
| Side Setback Line | Minimum of 6β² and a sum of 15β² | Minimum of 6β² and a sum of 15β² |
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 | 60β² | 40β² | 200β² |
| Minimum Width at Setback Line | not specified | 80β² | 80β² |
\*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 | 30β² | 15β² | 30β² | 50β² | |
| R-2 | 7,500 ft\² + 3000 ft\² per unit | 30β² | 8β² /story | 25β² | 50β² | 60β² |
| R-3 | 6,000 ft\² | 25β² | 10β² | 10β² | β | PUD Requirement |
| P-1 | β | 30β² | 10β² | 25β² | β | 60β² |
| P-2 | β | 30β² | 10β² | 25β² | β | 60β² |
| B-1 | β | 30β² | 10β² | 25β² | β | 60β² |
| 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 | 60β² |
| B-3 | β | 30β² | 10β² | 25β² | β | 60β² |
| B-4 | 10 acres | see | section | 785\.6 | β | 60β² |
| M-1 | β | 30β² | 20β² | 25β² | β | 60β² |
| M-2 | β | 30β² | 20β² | 25β² | β | 60β² |
| AF-1 | 5 acres | 30β² | 30β² | 25β² | β | 60β² |
\*\* 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 | 75β² | 100β² | 150β² |
| Minimum Front Setback (from center of existing county roads) | 55β\*\* | 55β\*\* | 55β\*\* |
| Minimum Rear Setback | 10β² | 10β² | 10β² |
| Minimum Side Setback | 10β² | 10β² | 10β² |
\*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 50β² or more.
#### Building Site Requirements (to be shown on plat) per Resolution R2022I
- 7% of total property (30β² x 40β min)
- Situated within the lot setbacks
- Outside of a special flood hazard area
- βfree of excessive rock formationsβ
- 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 1002β contour on Douglas Lake shall not be included when computing total lot sizes.
#### Additional Lot requirements
- βExcept for lots on approved public easements, each Lot must front for 50 feet on an existing county road or a road proposed for public acceptanceβ¦
- 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
- βA 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.β
## 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 | 100β² | 50β² | 25β² | 35β² | 35β² |
| B-1 | β | β | β | β | β | β |
| R-1 | 20,000 ft\² | 75β² | 35β² | 15β² (sum of 40β²) | 20β² | 35β² |
| OSMR | 5 acres | β | see regs | 12β² | 25β² | 35β² |
| R-1-S-A | 1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | β | 35 | 15β² (sum of 50β²) | 25 | 35β² |
| R-2 | 15,000 ft\² w/ sewer 25,000 ft\² w/o sewer | 75β² | 30β² | 10β² (sum of 30β²) | 25 | 35β² |
| 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 | 75β² | not specified | 200β² |
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/)) | 50β² | 20β² | 35β² | 150β² |
| A-2, Rural Residential | 43,560 ft\² (1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/)) | 40β² | 20β² | 30β² | 100β² |
| R-1, Suburban Residential | 20,000 ft\² | 30β² | 15β² | 25β² | 100β² |
| 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\* | 30β² | 20β² | 25β² | 100β² |
| C-2, General Commercial District | 20,000 ft\² w/ public water 3 acres w/o public water | 30β² | 20β² | 20β\*\* | 100β² |
| M-1, General Industrial District | 2 acres w/ public water 5 acres w/o public water | 30β² | 20β\*\*\* | 30β² | 150β² |
| F-1, Floodway District | none | β | β | β | β |
| O-1, Office-Professional District | | 40β/50β² | 20β/25β² | 25β² | 100β² |
\*requires planning approval. \*\* 30β² where vehicle access provided. \*\*\*50β² 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 = 37.5β² \| 69kV = 50β² \| 161 kV or greater = 75β²
### 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 | 100β² | 30β² | 10β/15β/20β² per story | 35β² | 40β² |
| R-2 | 7,125 ft\² | 10,000 ft\²\*\* | 15,000 ft\² | 50β² | 20β² | 6β/8β/10β² per story | 15β² | 40β² |
| R-3 | 7,125 ft\² | 10,000 ft\²\*\* | 15,000 ft\² | 50β² | 20β² | 6β/8β/10β² per story | 15β² | 40β² |
| C-1 | | | | 50β² | 25β² | 10β/12β/20β² per story | 10β² | |
| C-2 | | | | | | | | |
| C-3 | | | | 50β² | 30β² | 10β/12β/15β² per story | 15β² | see regs |
| M-1 | | | | | 30β² | 10β/12β/20β² per story | 20β² | |
| M-2 | | | | | 40β² | 12β/20β/25β² per story | 20β² | |
| F-1 | | | | | | | | |
| C-4 | | | | 50β² | 30β\*\*\* | 15β/20β/25β² per story | 20β² | 55β² |
| R-1-S | 15,000 ft\² | | 15,000 ft\² | 100β² | 30β² | 10β/15β/20β² per story | 35β² | 40β² |
| HZ | | | | | | | | |
| O-1 | | | | 100β² | 30β/40β² per story | 20β/25β² per story | 25β² | 2 stories or 25β² |
| R-4 | 10,000 ft\² \*\*\*\* | 15,000 ft\² | n/a | 50β² | 25β² | 10β² | 20β² | 3 stories or 40β² |
| 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 β 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 β 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/) | 75β² | 100β² | 30β/30β² | 10β/5β² | 10β/5β² | 35β\* |
| A-2 | 0\.5 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 50β² | 100β² | 30β/30β² | 10β/5β² | 10β/5β² | 35β\* |
| R-1 | 20,000 ft\² | 30 | 100β² | 30β/30β² | 10β/5β² | 10β/5β² | 35β\* |
| R-2 | 20,000 ft\² | 50β² | 100β² | 30β/30β² | 10β/5β² | 10β/5β² | 35β\* |
| R-3 | 0\.5 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 100β² | 125β² | 30β/30β² | 10β/5β² | 10β/5β² | 35β\* |
| MHP | see regs | | | | | | |
| C-1 | see regs | 100β² | 100β² | 30β/30β² | 10β/5β² | 15β/5β² | |
| C-2 | see regs | 100β² | 100β² | 0 or 50β\*\* | 10β² | 15β² | |
| RB | see regs | 50β² | 50β² | 30β² | 10β/12β/15β² per story | 15β² | see regs |
| OI | see regs | 50β² | 50β² | 30β² | 15β² | 20β² | |
| I-1 | 1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 50β² | 100β² | 60β² | 25β² | 30β² | |
| I-2 | 1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 50β² | 100β² | 60β² | 25β² | 30β² | |
| I-3 | 1 [acre](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/acre/) | 50β² | 100β² | 60β² | 25β² | 30β² | |
| PUD | 15,000 ft\² | | 100β² | 30β² | 10β/15β/20β² per story | 35β² | 40β² |
| 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))
#### βNormalβ Design
| | |
|---|---|
| **Front Setbacks** | |
| Residential, Cul-de-sac & Minor Access Roads | 20β² |
| Minor Collector Roads | 20β² |
| Major Collector Roads | 40β² |
| Arterial Roads & Highways | 50β² |
| | | |
|---|---|---|
| Zoning District | **Side & Rear Setback** | **PUD (Exterior Setback)** |
| A-1, R-1, R-2M, R-2, C-1, C-2 | 10β² | 25β² |
| I-1, CS | 10β² | 25β² |
| | | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 50β² \* |
| R-1, Rural Residential | 50β² & lot must be at least 75β² wide at setback line \* |
| R-2M, Medium Density Residential | 50β² & lot must be at least 75β² wide at setback line |
| R-2, High Density Residential | 50β² & lot must be 75β² wide at setback line |
| C-1, Rural Commercial | 50β² |
| C-2, General Commercial | 50β² |
| I-1, Industrial | 50β² |
\*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 | 200β² (100β² side and rear setbacks) |
| 500 gpm/ 30 min | 100β² (50β² side and rear setbacks) |
| 750 gpm/ 30 min or more | 50β² (25β² side and rear setbacks) |
| | |
|---|---|
| **Average [Slope](https://www.tnlds.com/tims-blog/glossary/slope/)** | **Minimum Lot Size** |
| 30% β 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 | 50β² (1) | 25β² (2) | 15β² (4) | 20β² | 36β² | 48β² (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 | 50β² (1) | 25β² (2) | 15β² (4) | 20β² | 48β² | 60β² (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 | 50β² (1) | 25β² (2) | 15β² (4) | 20β² | 48β² | 60β² (3) |
| C-1 | | | FAR 2.0 | | 10β² | 0β² | 0β² | 48β² (5) | 60β² (3)(5) |
| C-2 | | | FAR 2.0 | | 15β² | 0β² | 0β² | 72β² | 84β² (3) |
| C-3 | | | FAR 5.0 | | 30β² | 10β² | 20β² | 24β² | 36β² (3) |
| C-4 | | | | | | | | 48β² | 60β² (3) |
| C-5 | | | FAR 0.5 | | 30β² | 10β² | 20β² | 24β² | 36β² (3) |
| C-6 | | | FAR 0.5 | | | | | 48β² | 60β² (3) |
| EC | | | FAR 2.0 | | 10β² | 0β² | 0β² | 48β² | 60β² (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 25β² 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 | 70β² (1) | 30β² | 15β² \*\*\* | 25β² \*\*\* | 35β² |
| R-2 | 3,500 ft\² | 3,500 ft\² | 60β² (1) | 30β² | 8β² /story \*\*\* | 25β² \*\*\* | 35β² |
| C-1 | FAR not greater | than 1.0 | | 35β² | per building code | per building code | 80β² |
| C-2 | FAR not greater | than 1.0 | | 35β² | per building code | per building code | 80β² |
| C-3 | FAR not greater | than 1.0 | | 35β² | 20β² | 20β² | 70β² |
| C-4 | Arterial Streets | | | 25β² | 25β² | 25β² | 85β\*\*\*\* |
| | Collector Streets | | | 25β² | 25β² | 25β² | 48β\*\*\*\* |
| | Residential Streets | | | 25β² | 25β² | 25β² | 35β\*\*\*\* |
| M-1 | FAR not greater | than 1.0 | | 30β² | 20β² | 25β² | 75β\*\*\*\* |
| C-5(a) | none | | | 50β² \*\*\*\* | 50β² \*\*\*\* | 50β² \*\*\*\* | Buildings 70β² Rides 200β² |
| C-5(b) | none | | | 15β² \*\*\*\* | 15β² \*\*\*\* | 15β² \*\*\*\* | 70β² |
| C-6 | FAR not greater | than 1.0 | | 35β\*(a) | per building code \*\*\*\* | per building code \*\*\*\* | 70β² |
| C-7 | none | | | 10β² | 10β² | 10β² | Buildings 80β² Rides \*\*\*\* |
Except no setback on 441 and setback are measured from the center line of the street
\*\* Except on cul-de-sac
\*\*\* Accessory structures β Section 508
\*\*\*\* Structure and amusement setbacks of Sections 709.5, 709.10, 706.2.1, & 712.3.2 apply.
## Union |
| Shard | 181 (laksa) |
| Root Hash | 4267342624421553181 |
| Unparsed URL | com,tnlds!www,/planning/lot-design-standards/ s443 |