Board of Zoning Appeals
Regular MeetingCookeville, TN · March 9, 2023
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Board of Zoning Appeals
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March 9th, 2023
The Board of Zoning Appeals met on Thursday, March 9th, 2023, at 5:15 p.m. in the Council
Chambers located at 45 E. Broad Street, Cookeville, Tennessee.
Members Present: Nancy Bohannon, Michael Detwiler Elwood Ervin & Connie McCormick.
Members Absent: James Dial.
Staff Present: Haley Dickson, Jon Ward & Christopher Phillips.
Staff Absent: Ken Young & James Mills.
Others Present: Al Ehlert, Curtis Sipe & Kelli Sipe.
Consider for Approval the Agenda as Submitted. Michael Detwiler made the motion to approve
the agenda as submitted. Connie McCormick seconded the motion and the motion carried
unanimously. Approved.
Consider for Approval the Minutes of February 9th, 2023. Connie McCormick made the motion
to approve the minutes of February 9th, 2023 as submitted. Michael Detwiler seconded the motion
and the motion carried unanimously. Approved.
Consider a request for a variance to reduce the rear yard setback from 20 feet to 17 feet for
a total variance of three (3) feet for the property located at 530 Cottage Way (Tax Map 052-
O, Group E, Parcel 038.00). Request submitted by Mr. Allen Ehlert. Mr. Christopher Phillips
stated that property owner, Mr. Allen Elhert, has submitted for approval a variance request to
reduce the rear yard setback from 20 feet to 17 feet for a total variance of three (3) feet for his
property located at 530 Cottage Way. The request was submitted to allow for the construction of
an attached screened in porch. A previous variance request to reduce the rear yard setback from
20 feet to 13 ½ feet for a total variance of six and one-half (6 ½) feet was considered at the January
12, 2023 meeting. That request was denied unanimously.
Analysis: The subject property is identified as Parcel 038.00 on Tax Map 052O, Group E, and
contains approximately 0.25 acres. The property is zoned RS-10, “Single-Family Residential” as
are the adjacent properties to the north, west, and south. The property is bordered by RS-20,
“Single-Family Residential” to the east. An existing single-family dwelling unit is located on the
subject property.
Mr. Elhert has submitted a revised site plan depicting a screened in porch addition to the rear of
the existing structure. The RS-10 District has a 20-foot rear yard setback requirement. The
proposed screened porch addition is dimensioned as 16 feet by 7 feet. The existing home is 2 feet
2 inches from the setback line, the addition would also include the one (1) foot 10-inch eave
overhang. The proposed seven (7) feet depth of the porch structure encroaches into the rear yard
setback requirement by approximately three (3) feet. The requested variance not to exceed a three
(3) foot reduction in the 20-foot rear yard setback requirement represents a total variance of 15
percent.
At the January 2023 BZA meeting, the Board determined no apparent hardship is present on the
subject property to warrant a variance of the magnitude requested at that time. However, the Board
of Zoning Appeals has historically considered variances up to 10 percent where no hardship is
present. A 10 percent reduction in the rear yard setback for the subject property would constitute
a two (2) foot reduction in the rear yard setback. The proposed encroachment would be limited to
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16 feet in width. In the opinion of the Planning Division, the current variance requested would not
be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to other property in the area.
Recommendation: Approval of a variance 10 percent to construct 16 feet by seven (7) feet
screened porch as depicted on the submitted plan.
Mr. Ehlert, property owner, stated that the Board of Zoning Appeals usually approves variances
of 10%, but he initially requested 15%.
Mr. Jon Ward stated that the lot width narrows since on a curve, encourage owner to buy property
off neighbor.
Mr. Elwood Ervin asked if Mr. Ehlert’s neighbor to the rear knows about his plan to build a
screened porch.
Mr. Ehlert stated yes, he had asked his neighbor if he was willing to sell a portion of his property
to Mr. Ehlert in order to meet the setback requirements but his neighbor wasn’t interested.
Connie McCormick made the motion to approve a variance of three (3) feet. Michael Detwiler
seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. Approved.
Consider a request for a special exception to allow a Hospice Residence Home / Assisted
Living Facility on the property located at 570 State Street. Request submitted by Curtis &
Kelli Sipe. Mr. Cristopher Phillips stated that property owners Mr. Curtis and Mrs. Kelli Sipe have
submitted a request for a special exception to reinstate a hospice residence/assisted living facility
for property located at 570 State. Street.
Analysis: The subject property is identified as Parcel 002.04 on Tax Map 053 and contains
approximately 1.00 acre. The parcel was created as part of the Upper Cumberland Christian Home
Division, which was approved and recorded in 2007. The property is zoned RS-10, “Single-Family
Residential” and is contiguous with properties zoned RS-10, “Single-Family Residential” to the
north, east, and south, and as RM-8 “Multi-Family Residential” to the west. The Upper
Cumberland Christian Home, a 33-unit senior housing complex, is adjacent to the subject property
to the west.
The Planning Division has an extensive history with the property. The property was historically
operated as a group home. The Zoning Code was amended to allow the property to be used as a
hospice home and assisted living facility. The property was approved and used accordingly.
Hospice Residence Home/Assisted Living Facility is a use permitted on appeal (special exception)
in the RS-10 District, subject to the following conditions:
212.4D Hospice Residence Home/Assisted Living Facility meeting the following conditions:
1. Minimum lot area of 40,000 square feet shall be provided for such facility
2. Maximum of twelve (12) residents shall reside at the facility
3. Minimum of one (1) off-street parking space per maximum number of residents and
employees shall be provided at the facility
4. No freestanding signs shall be permitted
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5. Shall be located on property contiguous with property zoned for multi-family residential
purposes and shall be accessed from the same street as the contiguous property zoned for
multi-family residential purposes
6. Structure shall be compatible with nearby residential structures in terms of scale and
appearance
7. Site plan and floor plan shall be submitted to and approved by the Board of Zoning Appeals
8. Type 2 Screen/Buffer Yards as specified in section 208 of this Zoning Code shall be provided
along all property lines abutting property zoned or used for single or two-family residential
purposes
9. All requirements of the State of Tennessee that pertain to the use and operation of the facility
shall be met
10. Shall have been previously legally utilized as a group home
The special exception was last approved by the Board of Zoning Appeals on March 10, 2022. A
floor plan depicting the proposed utilization of the structure as a hospice residence home/assisted
living facility was submitted at that time. The floorplan depicted a total of 10 bedrooms to be used
for hospice/assisted living.
No changes are planned for the site, which was found to be compliant with the occupancy, signage,
parking, and screening requirements when approved in 2017 and confirmed again in 2022. The
site exceeds the minimum lot area requirement and exterior façade of the residential structure will
not be altered. Also, as noted, the site is contiguous with property zoned for multi-family
residential purposes and is accessed from the same street as the contiguous property zoned for
multi-family residential purposes. The application was submitted for reapproval of a previously
approved special exception for the property before the one (1) year expiration requirement as
stipulated in the Zoning Code.
In the opinion of the Planning Division, all established conditions can be met and the property
appears to be particularly suitable for the proposed use.
Recommendation: Approval of the request, subject to compliance with all applicable provisions
of the Zoning Code.
Mr. Sipe stated that the project took longer than expected. Plan to submit license in the next few
weeks and hopes to be operating by the summer.
Michael Detwiler made the motion to approve the request as recommended by staff. Nancy
Bohannon seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. Approved.
Adjournment: 5:28 P.M.
Submitted for Approval Submitted for Recording
_____________________________ ______________________________
Haley Dickson James Dial, Chairman
Planning Assistant Board of Zoning Appeals
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(1) Consider for approval the agenda as submitted.
(2) Consider for approval the minutes of February 9th, 2023.
(3) Consider a request for a variance to reduce the rear yard setback from 20 feet to 17 feet for a
total variance of three (3) feet for the property located at 530 Cottage Way (Tax Map 052-O,
Group E, Parcel 038.00). Request submitted by Mr. Allen Ehlert.
(4) Consider a request for a special exception to allow a Hospice Residence Home / Assisted
Living Facility on the property located at 570 State Street. Request submitted by Curtis & Kelli
Sipe.
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The Board of Zoning Appeals met on Thursday, February 9th, 2023, at 5:15 p.m. in the Council
Chambers located at 45 E. Broad Street, Cookeville, Tennessee.
Members Present: Nancy Bohannon, James Dial, Michael Detwiler & Connie McCormick.
Members Absent: Elwood Ervin.
Staff Present: Haley Dickson, Jon Ward & Christopher Phillips.
Staff Absent: Ken Young & James Mills.
Others Present: Larry Dunn, Amber Greenwood, Ken Knuckles, Jason Blattenburg, Cecil Essex,
Millie Tyznik, David Burnett, Debbie Dunn Winningham, Chris Winningham, Lindsay Pride &
Betsy Scarisbrick.
Consider for Approval the Agenda as Submitted. Michael Detwiler made the motion to approve
the agenda as submitted. Nancy Bohannon seconded the motion and the motion carried
unanimously. Approved.
Consider for Approval the Minutes of January 12th, 2023. Connie McCormick made the motion
to approve the minutes of January 12th, 2023 as submitted. Michael Detwiler seconded the motion
and the motion carried unanimously. Approved.
Consider a request for a variance to maximum sign height requirement from 100 feet to 120
feet for a total variance of 20 feet for a sign within 750 feet of Interstate 40 right-of-way, and
a variance to the maximum sign height of 35 feet to 50 feet for a variance of 15 feet, and the
maximum signage area from 500 square feet to 725 square feet for a total variance of 225
square feet for property located at 1100 South Willow Avenue (Tax Map 065, Parcel 098.00).
Request submitted by Ken Knuckles of Development Management Group, LLC. Mr. Jon
Ward stated that Mr. Ken Knuckles of Development Management Group, LLC has submitted for
approval a variance request to the maximum sign height requirement from 100 feet to 120 feet for
a total variance of 20 feet for a sign within 750 feet of Interstate 40 Right-of-Way, a variance
request to the maximum sign height of 35 feet to 50 feet for a total variance of 15 feet for a sign
located with the CR, “Regional Commercial” District, and a variance request to the maximum
signage area from 500 square feet to 725 square feet for a total variance of 225 square feet for
property located at 1100 South Willow Avenue. The variances were submitted for signage for a
new commercial development.
Analysis: The subject property is identified as Parcel 001.01 on Tax Map 053C, Group A, and
contains approximately 39.72 acres. The property is zoned CR, “Regional Commercial” with a
portion of the property along the eastern boundary zoned as CG, “General Commercial”. The site
is bordered by CG, “General Commercial” on the east, north, and west. The property is bordered
by RM-14, “Multi-Family Residential” to the south. The property is currently vacant.
The subject property was rezoned from CG, “General Commercial” to CR, “Regional
Commercial” by Ordinance #O220406 in May 2022. The rezoning was requested due to the size
of the development proposed for the property. The CG District restricts individual development to
120,000 square feet.
Mr. Knuckles has submitted drawings depicting three proposed signs for a proposed new
commercial development. The first sign is a hi-rise sign that will provide visibility from Interstate
40. The Zoning Code restricts hi-rise signage to 100 feet in height. The CR District restricts all
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signs to a maximum height of 35 feet. The proposed sign is 120 feet tall. Section 207.6D.12 notes
that the maximum height for on-premise freestanding signs for any parcel located within 750 feet
of the closest right-of-way of Intestate 40 within the CG, CI, LM, or HM Districts shall be 100
feet from street level at a point nearest the sign.
The Planning Division acknowledges that signs over 35 feet in height are not permitted within the
CR District, but hi-rise signs have been erected within the CR District in areas such as Sam’s Club.
The subject property was rezoned due to the size of the development proposed. The proposed
development would have been permitted within the CG District if the total square footage had been
under 120,000 square feet. The rezoning action also changed signage height requirements. Current
GIS Data shows the elevation of the Interstate 40 right-of-way as 1,060 feet. The proposed hi-rise
sign is shown at an elevation of 1,057 feet. This would reduce the requested variance to 17 feet. A
variance of 17 feet would constitute a 17 percent (17%) variance in the maximum 100 feet
allowance.
The second proposed sign for the development is a monument sign that will be located near the
proposed entrance to the development from South Willow Avenue. The monument sign will
provide sign area for all proposed tenants within the development. The sign is proposed as 50 feet
in height. The CR District restricts signs to a maximum of 35 feet from street level. The CG District
permits a freestanding sign height of 50 feet. The submitted Grading Plan shows the proposed sign
at an elevation of approximately 1068 feet, and the grade for South Willow Avenue is shown as
approximately 1074 feet. This would allow for a sign to be constructed at 41 feet in height. The
requested variance would then be for a total of nine (9) feet. A variance of nine (9) feet would
constitute a 26 percent (26%) variance in the maximum 35 feet height allowance.
The third sign proposed is a fifteen-foot-tall monument sign located by the proposed entrance on
Green Gate Lane. This sign is compliant with height requirements of the Zoning Code. An
additional variance request pertains to the combined total square footage of all signs being
proposed for the development. Section 207.6C of the Zoning Code includes “Each commercial
and industrial premise with greater than 400 feet of frontage on any one (1) public street, regardless
of the number of commercial or industrial establishments on such premise, shall be allowed two
(2) on-premise freestanding business sign structures per public street frontage, but in no case shall
more than three (3) freestanding sign structures be permitted on any premise regardless of the
number of street frontages.” The proposed development has over 4,000 linear feet of street frontage
on three (3) public streets (South Willow Avenue, Green Gate Lane, and Interstate 40), which
permits three (3) freestanding signs.
Section 207.6D.4 states that in cases where a commercial or industrial premise is allowed three (3)
freestanding signs, “the aggregate sign face area of all signs shall not exceed 500 square feet.” The
total square footage proposed for all three signs totals 725 square feet. The proposed hi-rise sign
will only include the anchor tenant for the development. The proposed monument signage for the
development is for multiple tenants. One is located on South Willow Avenue, and one on Green
Gate Lane. A variance of 225 square feet would constitute a 45 percent (45%) variance in the
maximum 500 square feet allowance.
The sign height of the monument sign is consistent with the allowed height in the CG, General
Commercial District. The request to increase the height of the hi-rise sign is due to topography and
to improve visibility from Interstate 40. Vegetation in the median of I-40 does obstruct visibility
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from the west-bound lane of I-40. The development has a considerable amount of street frontage
(over 4,000 linear feet), with the proposed sign depicting up to eight (8) retail establishments to be
sited within the development. While the hi-rise sign does count toward total square footage, this
only includes the anchor tenant. The signage on Green Gate Lane will be less visible as this street
is not a through street. The street primarily provides access to the Miracle Road and the River
Church and will provide secondary access to the proposed commercial development. The Planning
Department is researching potential changes to the sign code that would address some variations
in hi-rise signs and freestanding sign heights of sign code requirements in the CG and CR Zoning
Districts.
In the opinion of the Planning Division, the requested variances proposed to the sign height and
total square footage of sign face area would not be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious
to other property in the area.
Recommendation: Approval of the request
Chairman James Dial asked how far the proposed sign on Willow Avenue sit off of the street.
Mr. Jon Ward stated that the signage will follow the required setbacks at the right-of-way.
Mr. Michael Detwiler reiterated that the proposed hi-rise sign will be to the left of the current
billboard on the property so when someone is approaching Willow Avenue from the Interstate-40,
the proposed sign will be to the right of the current billboard.
Mr. Ken Knuckles, petitioner, stated that they are proposing a very large retail and restaurant space
with a number of smaller tenants around the large retailer. He stated that it is important to the
anchor tenant to have a presence visible from I-40. Mr. Knuckles stated that the requested
additional 20 feet will help with visibility. He stated that the second sign monument is the first
opportunity to present signage to the main property on South Willow Avenue to maximize the area
and offerings to tenants and that the third sign will be used as a marker for entrances.
Mr. Cecil Essex, of 755 Green Gate Lane, stated that his property is right behind the development
and is the only house on Green Gate Lane. He stated that he is not opposed to the property being
developed nor has any issues with the signage. Mr. Essex stated his only concern with the
development is with the run-off water from Hudgens Creek, which is already overworked. He
asked what the plan is for water retention.
Mr. Ward stated that the request is of signage. He stated that the city hasn’t received a site plan
and those issues would be addressed on the plan. He stated that the city has stringent rules for
stormwater retention and Green Gate Lane would be improved for commercial development.
Mr. Knuckles stated that the development plan is to accommodate Green Gate Lane to handle the
traffic. The area behind the retailer will be the location of two large retention bases. He stated that
they have looked at the impacts on the visibility of the cross and doesn’t believe there would be
any.
Mr. Jason Blattenburg, of 110 Breen Lane, stated that Hudgens Creek goes through his property
and that water retention has gotten worse over the last few years.
Mr. Knuckles stated that the property was developed a long time ago and water is not currently
being retained. It is proposed to have stormwater go to one area on site according to city standards.
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Mrs. Nancy Bohannon added an addendum to the motion to not have the sign impede on the cross.
Mr. Knuckles stated that they will do more diligence work.
Michael Detwiler made the motion to approve the request as recommended by staff. Nancy
Bohannon seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. Approved.
Consider a request for a variance to the Parking Area landscape design requirements to
allow for an adjustment to the interior parking islands for property located at 1100 South
Willow Avenue (Tax Map 065, Parcel 098.00). Request submitted by Ken Knuckles of
Development Management Group, LLC. Mr. Jon Ward stated that Mr. Ken Knuckles of
Development Management Group, LLC has submitted for approval a variance request to the
parking area landscaping design requirements to allow for an adjustment to the interior parking
islands for property located at 1100 South Willow Avenue. The variance was submitted to address
the parking area of a new commercial development.
Analysis: The subject property is identified as Parcel 001.01 on Tax Map 053C, Group A, and
contains approximately 39.72 acres. The property is zoned CR, “Regional Commercial” with a
portion of the property along the eastern boundary zoned as CG, “General Commercial”. The
parcel is bordered by CG, “General Commercial” on the east, north, and west. The property is
bordered by RM-14, “Multi-Family Residential” to the south. The property is currently vacant.
Mr. Knuckles has submitted a site plan depicting three (3) proposed landscape central islands
located within the parking lot area of the development. Each landscape island is approximately
1,290 square feet. The proposed islands are also being used as bioretention areas for the
development.
Section 205.7E of the Cookeville Zoning Code states, “Off-street parking areas containing 24 or
more parking spaces shall be subdivided into sub-lots containing not more than 24 parking spaces
separated by landscape strips meeting the requirements of Section 208.5B of this Zoning Code.”
The proposed parking lot would require a total of 13 parking spaces be used for landscape strips.
Landscape strips are required to be a minimum of eight (8) feet in width. According to the
petitioner, this would allow for 2,173 square feet of landscaped area to be included within the
parking area. The current landscape islands proposed for the development cover approximately 24
total parking spaces and, as indicated by the petitioner, total approximately 3,869 square feet of
landscaped area. These islands also serve the development as bioretention areas. The overall area
dedicated to landscape in the parking lot as proposed would exceed our requirements.
In the opinion of the Planning Division, the proposed variance to the parking lot landscape islands
will not be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to other property in the area.
Recommendation: Approval of the request
Chairman Dial asked about the landscaping on the perimeter of the property.
Mr. Knuckles stated that the developer fully intends to meet exterior landscaping of the property.
No reduction in landscaping requirements.
Mr. Detwiler asked if the landscaping request is at the retailer’s request.
Mr. Knuckles stated that the request was not necessarily done by the retailer but is just how the
property had to be engineered.
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Connie McCormick made the motion to approve the request as recommended by staff. Nancy
Bohannon seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. Approved.
Consider a request for a variance to the maximum wall height requirement of eight (8) feet
and the maximum wall height requirement for corner lots of six (6) feet for walls more than
25% opaque to allow a privacy wall to be constructed up to eight (8) feet in height on an
existing retaining wall that measures up to six (6) feet in height for a total maximum variance
of up to six (6) feet for property located at 531 North Dixie Avenue (Tax Map 053C, Group
A, Parcel 001.01). Request submitted by Dr. Brent Staton. This item was postponed at the
January 12, 2023 meeting. The petitioner has requested this item be postponed, to be
rescheduled. Mr. Jon Ward stated that this item was postponed at the January 12, 2023 meeting.
The petitioner has requested this item by postponed, to be rescheduled.
Connie McCormick made the motion to postpone the request. Michael Detwiler seconded the
motion and the motion carried unanimously. Approved.
Adjournment: 5:31 P.M.
Submitted for Approval Submitted for Recording
_____________________________ ______________________________
Haley Dickson James Dial, Chairman
Planning Assistant Board of Zoning Appeals
Item 3
Consider a request for a variance to reduce the rear yard setback from 20 feet to 17 feet for a total
variance of three (3) feet for the property located at 530 Cottage Way (Tax Map 052-O, Group E, Parcel
038.00). Request submitted by Mr. Allen Ehlert.
APPLICATION FOR BZA REQUEST
The Board of Zoning Appeals meets the 2nd Thursday of each month. Applications must be submitted to
the Planning Department no later than 12:00 p.m. on the third Monday of the month prior to the meeting.
In most cases, it will be necessary to submit additional materials (photos, example, sketch, floor plan,
survey, etc.) to help explain the request. This information must accompany this application. A fee of
$50.00 for each Special Exception and Administrative Review request, and a fee of $200.00 for each
Variance request shall also be submitted with this application.
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530 Cottage Way
Location of Property: ___________________________________________________________________
052-O, E, 038.00
Tax Map Identification Number: __________________________ RS-10
Zone: _____________________
Property Owner Person Making Request
Allen & Becky Ehlert (Ehlert Family Trust)
Name: ____________________________ Same as Owner
Name: _______________________________
530 Cottage Way
Address: __________________________ Address: ______________________________
Cookeville, TN 38501
_________________________________ ____________________________________
(City, State, Zip) (City, State, Zip)
ehlert.al374@gmail.com
Email: ___________________________ Email: ______________________________
614-296-4827
Phone: ___________________________ Phone: ______________________________
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Type of Request:
SPECIAL EXCEPTION VARIANCE ✔ ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
Describe the request below (attach any accompanying information):
To allow a screened in porch.
Asking for a 15% variance in the 20 foot setback (3' variance)
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02/17/2023
Date Filed: ___________________ Yes
Fee Paid: ______________ $200
Amount: __________________
Thursday, March 9th, 2023
Meeting date set for: ___________________________________________________________________
Jon Ward
Request reviewed by: ___________________________________________________________________
Planning Department February 15,2023
City of Cookeville
45 E Broad Street
Cookeville, TN 38501
Allen and Becky Ehlert (Ehlert Family Trust)
530 Cottage Way
Cookeville, TN 35805
Subject: Application for BZA Request-second/Revised Request
Dear Mr. Ward,
My revised application and second request is attached for a 15' by 7' screened in porch, attached to the
back of our home, which impedes into the 2O foot easement per the City Maps by 3 foot' I have
attached a drawing of a similar screened in porch (with notes applicable to this home) we built living in
Fairfield Glade. This porch would be in same, except the dimension would be 10 feet deep and 7 feet
wide, with a sloped roof the same pitch as our current home. (No overhang will be used for my request)
I have again approached our back yard neighbor to purchase some of their property to allow a deeper
variance, but they rejected my offer.
Attached is a check made to the City of Cookeville for the 5200 Variance Fee.
Again, I appreciate your consideration
Thanks in advance,
Allen Ehlert
APPLICATION FOR BZA RDQTIEST
The Board of ZoningAppeals meets the 2"d Thursday of each month. Applications must be submitted to
the Planning Department no later than 12:00 p.m. on the third Monday of the month prior to the meeting.
In most cases, it will be necessary to submit additional materials (photos, example, sketch, floor plan,
survey, etc.) to help explain the request. This information must accompany this application. A fee of
$50.00 for each Special Exception and Administrative Review request, and a fee of $200.00 for each
Variance request shall also be submitted with this application'
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Tax Map Identification Number: 052-0, E, 038.00 Zone:
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Name: Same as Owner
Address: 530 Cottage WaY Address:
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Describe the request below (attach any accompanying information):
To allow a screened in Porch.
Asking for a 15% Variance in the 20 foot setback (3'Variance)
See atached drawing for the requested 16' by 7'screened porch
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TENNESSEE
DEPARTMENT oF CoMMUNTY DEVELoPMENT
PLANNING DIVISION
45 E. BROAD STREET I COOKEVILLE. TN 34501
93 1 -520-527 1 t www.cooKEvrLLE-TN.cov
February 271h,2023
Dear Property Owner:
The Cookeville Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, March 9th,
2023 at 5:15 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Cookeville Municipal Building,45 East Broad
Street.
The Board of Zoning Appeals will be considering a request for a variance to reduce the rear yard
setback from 20 feet to 1 7 feet for a total variance of three (3) feet for the property located at 530
Cottage Way (Tax Map 052-0, Group E, Parcel 038.00). See attached application and location
map.
The property you own is located adjacent to or in the vicinity of the request. You are cordially
invited to attend this meeting and express your opinion on this matter.
Sincerely,
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Haley D
Planning Assistant
Cc: Allen Ehlert
TENNESSEE
DEPARTMENT oF CoMMUNTTY DEVELOPMENT
PLANNING DIVISION
45 E. BROAD STREET O COOKEVILLE. TN 34501
93 1 -520-527 I . www.cooKEVlLLE-TN.cov
February 27th,2023
Dear Mr. Ehlert:
The Planning Department has received a request for a variance to reduce the rear yard setback
from 20 feet to 17 feet for a total variance of three (3) feet for the property located at 530 Cottage
Way (Tax Map 0520, Group E, Parcel 038.00).
The Cookeville Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, March 9th,
2023 at 5:15 p.m. in the Council Chambers located in the Cookeville Municipal Building, 45 East
Broad Street.
Attached is a copy of the application and back-up information that was submitted.
The Planning Department will be posting a sign on the property.
If you cannot attend the meeting on March 9th, please have a representative present that can speak
on your behalf.
Ifyouhave any questions, please contact our office at(931)520-5271.
Sincerely,
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Haley
Planning Assistant
APPLICATTON FOR BZA REQUEST
The Board of Zoning Appeals meets the 2"d Thursday of each month. Applications must be submitted to
the Planning Department no later than 12:00 p.m. on the third Monday of the month prior to the meeting.
In most cases, it will be necessary to submit additional materials (photos, example, sketch, floor plan,
survey, etc.) to help explain the request. This information must accompany this application. A fee of
$50.00 for each Special Exception and Administrative Review request, and a fee of $200.00 for each
Variance request shall also be submitted with this application.
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Location of Property: 530 Cottage Way
Tax Map ldentification Number 052-0, E,038.00 zone. RS-10
Property Owner Person Making Request
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Name: Name Same as Owner
Address: 530 Cottage Way Address
Cookeville, TN 38501
(City, State, Zip) (City, State, Zip)
Email : ehlert. al37 4 @ gmail.com Email:
Phone: 614-296-4827 Phone
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Type of Request:
SPECIAL EXCEPTION VARIANCE IZ ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
Describe the request below (attach any accompanying information):
To allow a screened in porch.
Asking for a 15% variance in the 20 foot setback (3' variance)
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Meeting date sergo' Thursday, March
Request reviewed by: Jon Ward
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Consider a request for a special exception to allow a Hospice Residence Home / Assisted Living Facility
on the property located at 570 State Street. Request submitted by Curtis & Kelli Sipe.
APPLICATION FOR BZA REQUEST
The Board of Zoning Appeals meets the 2nd Thursday of each month. Applications must be submitted to
the Planning Department no later than 12:00 p.m. on the third Monday of the month prior to the meeting.
In most cases, it will be necessary to submit additional materials (photos, example, sketch, floor plan,
survey, etc.) to help explain the request. This information must accompany this application. A fee of
$50.00 for each Special Exception and Administrative Review request, and a fee of $200.00 for each
Variance request shall also be submitted with this application.
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570 State Street, Cookeville, TN 38501
Location of Property: ___________________________________________________________________
Map 053 Parcel 002.04
Tax Map Identification Number: __________________________ RS-10
Zone: _____________________
Property Owner Person Making Request
Curtis & Kelli Sipe
Name: ____________________________ Same as owner
Name: _______________________________
310 Ridgedale Drive
Address: __________________________ Address: ______________________________
Cookeville, TN 38501
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(City, State, Zip) (City, State, Zip)
curtis.kelli@gmail.com
Email: ___________________________ Email: ______________________________
(931)347-4911
Phone: ___________________________ Phone: ______________________________
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Type of Request:
SPECIAL EXCEPTION ✔ VARIANCE ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
Describe the request below (attach any accompanying information):
To reinstate the Special Exception of this property for use as a Home For the Aged
(under new ownership of Curtis & Kelly Sipe).
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02/21/2023
Date Filed: ___________________ Yes
Fee Paid: ______________ $50
Amount: __________________
March 9, 2023
Meeting date set for: ___________________________________________________________________
Jon Ward
Request reviewed by: ___________________________________________________________________
Mailed Letters
TENNESSEE
DEPARTMENT oF CoMMUN lTY DEVELoPMENT
PLANNING DIVISIoN
45 E. BROAD STREET T COOKEVILLE. TN 3A5O 1
93 1 -520-527 I t www.cooKEVrLLE-TN.Gov
February 27th,2023
Dear Property Owner
The Cookeville Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, March 9th,
2023 at 5:15 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Cookeville Municipal Building,45 East Broacl
Street.
The Board of Zoning Appeals will be considering a request to reinstate a Special Exception to
allow a hospice residence home/assisted living facility in a RS-10 Zoning District on the property
located at 570 State Street (Tax Map 053, Parcel 002.04). See attached application and location
map.
The property you own is located adjacent to or in the vicinity of the request. You are cordially
invited to attend this meeting and express your opinion on this matter.
Sincerely,
Haley
Planning Assistant
Cc: Curtis & Kelli Sipe
TENNESSEE
DEPARTMENT oF CoMMUNITY DEVELoPMENT
PLANNING DIVISIoN
45 E, BROAD STREET O COOKEVILLE. TN 3A5O 1
93 1 -520-527 I 0 www.cooKEV|LLE-TN.cov
February 27th,2023
To Whom It May Concern:
The Planning Department has received a request to reinstate a Special Exception to allow a hospice
residence home/assisted living facility in a RS-10 Zoning District on the property located at 570
State Street (Tax Map 053, Parcel 002.04). See attached application and location map.
The Cookeville Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, March 9th,
2022 at 5:1.5 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Cookeville Municipal Building,45 East Broad
Street.
Attached is a copy of the application and any back-up information that was submitted
The Planning Department will be posting a sign on the property
If you have any questions, please contact our office at (931)520-527 I
Sincerely,
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Haley Dickson
Planning Assistant
TENNESSEF
DEPARTMENT oF CoMMUNrY DEVELoPMENT
PLANNING DIVISION
45 E. BROAD STREET T COOKEVILLE. TN 3A5O 1
93 1 -520-527 1 a www.cooKEvrLLE-TN.Gov
February 27th,2023
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Sipe:
The Planning Department has received your request to reinstate a Special Exception to allow a
hospice residence home/assisted living facility in a RS-10 ZoningDistrict on the property located
at 570 State Street (Tax Map 053, Parcel 002.04).
The Cookeville Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a Public Hearing on Thursdayo March 9th,
2022 at 5:15 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Cookeville Municipal Building, 45 East Broad
Street.
Attached is a copy of the application and any back-up information that was submitted.
The Planning Department will be posting a sign on the property.
If you cannot attend the meeting on March 9th, please have a representative present that can speak
on your behalf.
Ifyouhave any questions, please contact our office at(93I)520-5271
Sincerely,
Haley
Planning Assistant
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APPLTCATION FOR BZA REQUEST
The Board of Zoning Appeals meets the 2"d Thursday of each month. Applications must be submitted to
the Planning Department no later than 12:00 p.m. on the third Monday of the month prior to the meeting.
In most cases, it will be necessary to submit additional materials (photos, example, sketch, floor plan,
survey, etc.) to help explain the request. This information must accompany this application. A fee of
$50.00 for each Special Exception and Administrative Review request, and a fee of $200.00 for each
Variance request shall also be submitted with this application.
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Location of Property: 570 State Street, Cookeville, TN 38501
Tax Map Identification Number: Map 053 Parcel OO2.O4 zone. RS-10
Property Owner Person Making Request
Na'e: Curtis & Kelli Sipe lrJame: Same as owner
Address: 310 Ridgedale Drive Address
Cookeville, TN 38501
(City, State, Zip) (City, State, Zip)
Email: curtis.kelli @ gmail.com Email:
phone: (931)347-4911 Phone:
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Type of Request:
SPECIAL EXCEPTION M VARIANCE ADMINISTRATIVE, RE VIDW
Describe the request below (attach any accompanying information)
To reinstate the Special Exception of this property for use as a Home For the Aged
(under new ownership of Curtis & Kelly Sipe).
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Date Filed: 0212112023 p.. p66. Yes Amount: $50
Meeting date set for: March 9,2023
Request reviewed by Jon Ward
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