Planning Commission
Regular MeetingCookeville, TN · April 27, 2020
Minutes
COOKEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION
MINUTES
APRIL 27, 2020
The Cookeville Planning Commission met on Monday, April 27, 2020 at 5:30 p.m., in the Council
Chambers, 45 E. Broad Street, Cookeville, Tennessee.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Jim Cobb, Tracy Cody, Daniel Odom, James Stafne, Kay Starkweather,
Chris Wakefield and Eric Walker
MEMBERS ABSENT: Judy Jennings, Leslie Sullins Draper
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT: Jon Ward, Ken Young, James Mills and Haley Dickson
STAFF MEMBERS ABSENT: None
OTHERS PRESENT: Ben Wheeler, Chris Vick and Tom Sergio
ESTABLISHMENT OF QUORUM: Chairman Stafne announced that a quorum was present for
the meeting.
CONSIDER FOR APPROVAL MOVING ACTION ITEM #6 AND #7 FROM STUDY TO
ACTION. Kay Starkweather made the motion to approve moving Action Item #6 and #7 from
Study to Action. Tracy Cody seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously.
APPROVED MOVING FROM STUDY TO ACTION.
CONSIDER FOR APPROVAL THE AGENDA AS SUBMITTED. Kay Starkweather made the
motion to approve the agenda as submitted. Eric Walker seconded the motion and the motion
carried unanimously. APPROVED.
CONSIDER FOR APPROVAL THE MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 24, 2020. Eric Walker made
the motion to approve the minutes of February 24, 2020. Daniel Odom seconded the motion and
the motion carried unanimously. APPROVED.
CONSIDER A RESOLUTION, DETERMINING THAT, DUE TO THE COVID-19
PANDEMIC, MEETINGS OF THE COOKEVILLE MUNICIPAL PLANNING
COMMISSION SHALL BE BY ELECTRONIC MEANS AS PERMITTED BY
EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 16. REQUEST SUBMITTED BY STAFF. Jon Ward stated that
Executive Order 16 issued by Governor Bill Lee is an order to ensure that government continues to
function openly and transparently during the COVID-19 emergency, while taking appropriate
measures to protect the health and safety of citizens and government officials. The Resolution
recognizes that the Cookeville Municipal Planning Commission will conduct the April meeting
electronically as authorized by the Order.
Kay Starkweather made the motion to approve the request recommended by staff. Tracy Cody
seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. APPROVED.
CONSIDER FOR ACTION CLOSURE OF AN UNDEVELOPED ALLEY LOCATED
BETWEEN EAST 10TH STREET AND TIMBER LANE. REQUEST SUBMITTED BY
CHRIS VICK ON BEHALF OF DONNIE SUITS, CAPITAL COMMUNITIES, LLC. MR.
DONNIE SUITS HAS REQUESTED THAT THIS ITEM BE POSTPONED UNTIL THE
MAY 18TH PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING. Jon Ward stated that Mr. Donnie Suits,
Capital Communities, LLC submitted a request to close and abandon and declare as surplus
property for acquisition a portion of an alley located off East 10th Street, between the proposed
Brighton Park townhome development and properties located off Timer Lane. The portion of the
subject alley closure request is approximately 20 feet wide and extends for approximately 245 feet.
MR. DONNIE SUITS HAS REQUESTED THAT THIS ITEM BE POSTPONED UNTIL
THE MAY 18TH PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING.
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Kay Starkweather made the motion to approve the request recommended by staff. Jim Cobb
seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. APPROVED.
CONSIDER FOR ACTION THE FINAL PLAT OF EDGINGTON COURT, A 24 LOT
SINGLE FAMILY ATTACHED DEVELOPMENT LOCATED ON WEST BROAD
STREET AND CHESTNUT DRIVE. REQUEST SUBMITTED BY JERRY GAW WITH
WEST BROAD PARTNERS. Jon Ward stated that Mr. Jerry Gaw with West Broad Partners has
submitted for approval the Final Plat of Edgington Court, a 24 lot single family attached
development of their property fronting West Broad Street and Chestnut Avenue. The preliminary
plat was originally approved on March 27, 2017 and was subsequently extended twice and then
reapproved for continued development.
Analysis: The subject property is identified on Tax Map 53B Group P as Parcel 005.04. The
property is zoned CL, “Local Commercial” and consists of approximately 1.77 acres. Adjacent
properties to the north and northeast are zoned MS, “Medical Services”, remaining properties to the
east are zoned CL as are two (2) parcels to the west. The remaining parcels to the west are zoned
CL and RD, “Single-Family and Duplex Residential” respectively. The proposed development
consists of 23 building lots and Lot 24 encompasses the remaining common areas. Lots 1-18 front
an existing ingress/egress private street proposed to be named Edgington Drive. An additional
ingress/egress portion serves as frontage for Lots 19-23. (Public Works previously confirmed that
the existing street section had been evaluated and meets city street standards). All units are two (2)
bedrooms and off street parking is calculated at the rate of 1.25 spaces per bedroom for a minimum
required total of 57 parking spaces. 57 spaces are shown on the plat. The plat depicts a new four (4)
foot wide sidewalk that has been constructed along one (1) side of Edgington Drive. There is an
existing five (5) foot sidewalk along West Broad Street. Public Works requires that the developer
pay $300 total for the stop signs and street signs.
All of the dwelling units are outfitted with sprinkler systems that meet the National Fire Protection
Association design standard 13D. In addition, two (2) existing fire hydrants are within the required
proximity for fire protection. Water and sewer lines must be shown on the plat and “as-built” plans
for the water system must be submitted to Water Quality Control. In addition, language approved
by the Water Quality Control Department shall be added to the plat and the Home Owner
Association Agreement (HOA) regarding repair and maintenance of the water system. The Electric
Department reports that all electric has been installed underground per CED specifications and
easements have been provided.
Solid waste management is to be provided using dumpsters as shown on the plat. Public Works
requires that street construction must be completed as well as completion of the two (2) detention
ponds depicted on the plat. Furthermore, provision for the maintenance and repair of the detention
ponds shall be included in the HOA. All of the property including the driveways, parking areas and
other common areas and infrastructure components are private. Repair and maintenance of all
common elements will be covered under a homeowner’s association agreement that is to be
submitted in a timely manner after the final plat is recorded.
Recommendation: Conditional approval of the final plat subject to the following:
Developer must submit water and sewer plans to the Water Quality Control Department
Plat shall depict the water and sewer lines
Language added regarding repair and maintenance of the water system shall be added to the
plat as well as incorporated in the HOA
Developer shall provide a draft of the HOA for review by Water Quality Control and Public
Works before the plat can be finalized for recording
Developer to pay Public Works $300 for signage
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Completion of corrections or additions to the plat as determined necessary by the Planning
Department and/or other appropriate city departments
The recorded HOA shall be submitted to the Planning Department in a timely manner after
the final plat is recorded
Kay Starkweather made the motion to approve the request recommended by staff. Chris Wakefield
seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. APPROVED.
HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDER FOR ACTION RENAMING A PORTION
OF WEST 8TH STREET FROM THE TENNESSEE TECH QUADRANGLE WEST TO
STADIUM DRIVE AND NAMING A NEW STREET FROM STADIUM DRIVE WEST TO
NORTH WILLOW AVENUE TO WINGS UP WAY. TENNESSEE TECH UNIVERSITY
HAS REQUESTED THAT THIS ITEM BE MOVED FROM STUDY TO ACTION.
MOVING THIS ITEM FROM STUDY TO ACTION REQUIRES THE APPROVAL OF
THE PLANNING COMMISSION. Jon Ward stated that Tennessee Tech University has
submitted a request to rename a segment of West 8th Street and name a new street to Wings Up Way.
Analysis: Tennessee Tech in nearing completion of the new Student Recreation Center located on
West 7th Street, North Willow Avenue and a newly constructed street north of the new building.
The new Student Recreation Center was assigned a temporary address of 255 West 7th Street during
construction. The main entrance of the new Student Rec Center is located on the new street.
Tennessee Tech has requested that the newly constructed street be named Wings Up Way. The
newly constructed street is contiguous to the east with a segment of West 8th Street that terminates
at the Tennessee Tech Quadrangle. Tennessee Tech has requested to change the name of this
portion of West 8th Street to Wings Up Way. The new street and the portion of West 8th Street are
private streets owned and maintained by Tennessee Tech University. There are five (5) buildings
with street numbers located on this segment of West 8th Street, and no addresses other than
Tennessee Tech buildings are affected by the proposed change.
The procedure for street naming and renaming is found in Title 16, Chapter 2 of the Cookeville
Municipal Code. The Municipal Code requires the Planning Commission to approve naming or
renaming of streets within the City. No additional property owners are affected by the request and
Putnam County E-911 has reviewed and approved the proposed name change. Approval of naming
or street renaming shall become effective thirty (30) days following approval by the planning
commission unless otherwise specified at the time of approval.
Recommendation: Approval of the request to name a new street from North Willow Avenue to
Stadium Drive and rename a segment of West 8th Street from Stadium Drive to Quadrangle to
Wings Up Way.
Tracy Cody made the motion to approve the request recommended by staff. Chris Wakefield
seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. APPROVED.
CONSIDER FOR ACTION THE RESERVE PRELIMINARY PLAT PHASES II, III, AND
IV, 101 SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED RESIDENTIAL LOTS. SUBMITTED BY DESIGN
DEVELOPMENT, LLC. DESIGN DEVELOPMENT, LLC HAS REQUESTED THIS ITEM
BE MOVED FROM STUDY TO ACTION. MOVING THIS ITEM FROM STUDY TO
ACTION REQUIRES THE APPROVAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION. Jon Ward
stated that Mr. Tom Sergio, on behalf of Design Development of TN LLC, has submitted for
approval a Preliminary Plat of the Reserve at the Country Club Phases II, III and IV Subdivision, a
proposed 101 lot subdivision located off Reserve Drive adjacent to Phase I. The area proposed for
these phases is identified as the remainder of Parcel 027.00 on Tax Map 41 and consists of
approximately 26.140 acres. Phase I was started in 2008 and approximately 75% of the lots have been
developed to date. In September 2017 the Planning Commission granted conditional approval of a
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Phase II preliminary plat consisting of 23 lots on approximately 4.11 acres. The developer allowed this
plat to expire and resubmitted it for re-approval which was granted in June 2019. Since that time,
the developer has encountered topographic constraints on the Phase II property area. Mr. Sergio
subsequently requested to withdraw the Phase II plat and to redesign the remainder of the parent
tract in its entirety as Phases II, III and IV consisting of 101 lots on approximately 26.140 acres.
Analysis: The property proposed for development as well as adjacent areas, are all zoned RS-5,
Single Family Residential. Phase II will entail the extension of a new looped section of Nicholas
Avenue that will connect into Candyland Drive. A new street proposed as Mountain Reserve Drive
is to be built in Phase II and will connect from Reserve Drive to the north and to Eagle Drive in the
southwest. A currently unnamed cul-de-sac is proposed for construction in Phase IV off of Reserve
Drive. The new phases all involve the extension of water and sewer service, the provision of
additional fire hydrant and the installation of underground electrical service. New three (3) foot
wide sidewalks are to be constructed along each side of the new streets that will mimic the width of
the sidewalks constructed in Phase I. However, Public Works states that the current ADA
requirements mandate a five (5) wide passing lane every 200 feet which must be shown on the plat
and submitted street plans. Rain gardens are to be constructed on each lot and on the street between
the curb and sidewalk as the lots are developed as is underway in Phase I. However, some of the
smaller lots on the west side of the property may require treatment in an area outside of any of the
building lots. This will be evaluated by Public Works upon the submission of grading and drainage
plans before construction on the site may proceed.
There is a wetland area in the proposed subdivision that the developer is currently having delineated
as required by Public Works to determine if mitigation is warranted. Public Works further
stipulated that a 30’ wide wetland buffer will be required. In addition, it was noted that there are
known flooding problems to the north of the development and additional measures will be needed
to prevent additional flooding in the area of the development that drains to the north.
Recommendation: Conditional approval of the preliminary plat subject to the following:
Developer must schedule and attend a pre-construction meeting with all the appropriate city
departments
Developer must submit a roadway plan and profile with storm sewer and sidewalk details to
the Department of Public Works. Plan shall include typical road section, subgrade, base
width, asphalt width and 2:1 slopes
Developer shall submit grading plans including drainage plans, storm water detention and
water quality upon request to the Department of Public Works
Developer must submit state approved water and sewer plans to the Water Quality Control
Department
Developer shall submit plans for the installation of underground electric per the Electric
Department design requirements
Completion of corrections or additions to the plat as determined necessary by the Planning
Department and/or other appropriate city departments
Kay Starkweather made the motion to accept the items for study. Daniel Odom seconded the
motion and the motion carried unanimously. APPROVED.
STUDY ITEMS:
(1) Consider for study the rezoning of approximately 4.86 acre portion of Tax Map 067A, Group F,
Parcel 040.00 from CR (Regional Commercial) to RD (Single Family and Duplex Residential).
Request submitted by Jerry C. Gaw.
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(2) Consider for study request to close, abandon, and declare as surplus property a portion of
undeveloped Poplar Avenue right-of-way. Request submitted by Burton Nelson.
(3) Consider for study the preliminary plat of Concord Subdivision, 29 lots located on East Jere
Whitson Road. Request submitted by Dealmakers.
(4) Consider for study the preliminary plat of W.P. Brown Subdivision, 14 lots located at 1501
Bunker Hill Road. Request submitted by Willow Park Partners.
(5) Consider for study the rezoning of 2.15 acres located on Buck Mountain Road, Tax Map 52,
Parcel 07.00 from RS-10 (Single Family Residential) to PRD (Planned Residential
Development). Request submitted by Donnie Suits, Capital Communities.
(6) Consider for study zoning code amendment relative to extending deadlines during a natural
disaster or emergency declaration. Request submitted by staff.
Kay Starkweather made the motion to accept the items for study. Chris Wakefield seconded the
motion and the motion carried unanimously. APPROVED.
STAFF REPORTS:
(1) Minor plats approved & recorded:
2 lot subdivision for lot 2 of the re-division of Windsor Hills Island Division – Jerry & Paul
Gaw
2 lot subdivision for the re-division of lot 1 of Fortis Institute Division – Demontburn Park
Holdings & Randolph & Parks (J.D. Parks)
ADJOURNMENT: 6:01 P.M.
SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL SUBMITTED FOR RECORDING
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HALEY DICKSON JIM STAFNE, CHAIRMAN
PLANNING ASSISTANT COOKEVILLE PLANNING
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Agenda
Cookeville Municipal Planning Commission
Agenda
April 27, 2020
5:30 P.M.
Action Items:
(1) Consider for approval the agenda as submitted.
(2) Consider for approval the minutes of February 24, 2020.
(3) Consider a Resolution, determining that, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, meetings of the
Cookeville Municipal Planning Commission shall be by electronic means as permitted by
Executive Order No. 16. Request submitted by staff.
(4) Consider for action closure of an undeveloped alley located between East 10th Street and
Timber Lane. Request submitted by Chris Vick on behalf of Donnie Suits, Capital
Communities, LLC. Mr. Donnie Suits has requested that this item be postponed until
the May 18th Planning Commission meeting.
(5) Consider for action the final plat of Edgington Court, a 24 lot single family attached
development located on West Broad Street and Chestnut Drive. Request submitted by
Jerry Gaw with West Broad Partners.
(6) Hold a public hearing and consider for action renaming a portion of West 8th Street from
the Tech Quadrangle west to Stadium Drive and naming a new street from Stadium Drive
west to North Willow Avenue to Wings Up Way. Tennessee Tech University has
requested that this item be moved from study to action. Moving this item from study
to action requires the approval of the Planning Commission.
(7) Consider for action the Reserve preliminary plat phases II, III, and IV, 101 single family
detached residential lots. Submitted by Design Development, LLC. Design Development,
LLC has requested this item be moved from study to action. Moving this item from
study to action requires the approval of the Planning Commission.
Study Items:
(1) Consider for study the rezoning of approximately 4.86 acre portion of Tax Map 067A,
Group F, Parcel 040.00 from CR (Regional Commercial) to RD (Single Family and
Duplex Residential). Request submitted by Jerry C. Gaw.
(2) Consider for study request to close, abandon, and declare as surplus property a portion of
undeveloped Poplar Avenue right-of-way. Request submitted by Burton Nelson.
(3) Consider for study the preliminary plat of Concord subdivision, 29 lots located on East
Jere Whitson Road. Request submitted by Dealmakers.
(4) Consider for study the preliminary plat of W.P. Brown Subdivision, 14 lots located at
1501 Bunker Hill Road. Request submitted by Willow Park Partners.
(5) Consider for study the rezoning of 2.15 acres located on Buck Mountain Road, Tax Map
52, Parcel 07.00 from RS-10 (Single Family Residential) to PRD (Planned Residential
Development). Request submitted by Donnie Suits, Capital Communities.
(6) Consider for study zoning code amendment relative to extending deadlines during a
natural disaster or emergency declaration. Request submitted by staff.
Staff Reports:
(1) Minor Plats Approved & Recorded
2 lot subdivision for lot 2 of the re-division of Windsor Hills Island Division – Jerry &
Paul Gaw
2 lot subdivision for the re-division of lot 1 of Fortis Institute Division – Demontburn
Park Holdings & Randolph & Parks (J.D. Parks)
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MINUTES
FEBRUARY 24, 2020
The Cookeville Planning Commission met on Monday, February 24, 2020 at 5:30 p.m., in the
Council Chambers, 45 E. Broad Street, Cookeville, Tennessee.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Jim Cobb, Tracy Cody, Judy Jennings, Daniel Odom, James Stafne, Kay
Starkweather, Leslie Sullins Draper, Chris Wakefield and Eric Walker
MEMBERS ABSENT: None.
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT: Jon Ward, Ken Young, and Haley Dickson
STAFF MEMBERS ABSENT: James Mills.
OTHERS PRESENT: Rafferty Cleary, Aaron Bernhardt, Jason Jennings, Judy Phillips, Jimmy
Phillips, Ben Wheeler, Matt Davidson, Charles Whittenburg, Ron Henry, Chad Gilbert, Taylor
Dillehay, Rusty Norrod
ESTABLISHMENT OF QUORUM: Chairman Stafne announced that a quorum was present for
the meeting.
CONSIDER FOR APPROVAL THE AGENDA AS SUBMITTED. Kay Starkweather made the
motion to approve the agenda as submitted. Chris Wakefield seconded the motion and the motion
carried unanimously. APPROVED.
CONSIDER FOR APPROVAL THE MINUTES OF JANUARY 27, 2020. Eric Walker made
the motion to approve the minutes of January 27, 2020. Daniel Odom seconded the motion and the
motion carried unanimously. APPROVED.
CONSIDER FOR ACTION REZONING OF 1901, 1913 &1919 N WASHINGTON AVE
FROM CL (LOCAL COMMERCIAL) AND 420, 430, 502, 512 & 518 E JERE WHITSON
ROAD FROM RS-10 (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) TO RM-14 (MULTI-FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL). REQUEST SUBMITTED BY AARON BERNHARDT. Jon Ward stated that
Mr. Aaron Bernhardt has submitted a request on behalf of property owner Larry Burgess to rezone
properties zoned CL, Local Commercial located at 1901, 1913 and 1919 North Washington Avenue
and properties zoned RS-10, Single Family Residential located at 420, 430, 502, 512, and 518 East
Jere Whitson Avenue to RM-14, Multi-Family Residential
Analysis: Properties located at 1901, 1913 and 1919 North Washington Avenue and zoned CL
Local Commercial are identified as parcels 006.01, 007.00, and 008.00 on Tax Map 040F, Group C.
The properties located at 420, 430, 502, 512, and 518 East Jere Whitson Avenue and zoned RS-10
Single Family Residential are identified as parcels 008.01, 009.00, 010.00, 011.00, and 012.00 on
Tax Map 040F, Group C. The combined area is bordered by CL and RS-10 to the south, RS-10 to
the east, CL and RS-10 to the north and CL to the west. The area proposed for rezoning consists of
approximately 4.8 total acres (including North Washington Avenue and East Jere Whitson Road
right-of -way).
Mr. Bernhardt previously submitted a request for a Redevelopment Area Overlay (RAO) District to
construct 60 townhomes on the subject property. However, this request was withdrawn from
consideration from the October 28, 2019 Planning Commission meeting due to the underlying RS-
10 Zoning not allowing for townhome development.
The RM-14 District is intended to provide a high-density multi-family residential environment in
areas where public sewer is available. Multi-family residential development is a use permitted by
right in the District. Single-family attached dwellings (townhouses) are a use permitted on review
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by the Planning Commission. A density of 3,000 square feet per dwelling unit is allowed in the
district.
Mr. Bernhardt indicated on the application that the zoning change is requested to construct single-
family townhomes on the property. Since the application was submitted, Mr. Bernhardt provided a
conceptual preliminary plat/site plan that shows a mixture of multi-family apartments and single-
family attached townhomes. The conceptual plan provided depicts 44 multi-family units and 17
townhome units. According to a submitted survey, the subject property proposed for
redevelopment consists of approximately 4.28 acres or approximately 186,436.8 square feet. At the
density allowed by the RM-14 Zoning District, a total of 62 units could be constructed on the
property. The conceptual plan maintains single family detached dwellings along East Jere Whitson
Avenue and along the northeastern boundary, near an existing single family detached home in the
RS-10 Zone.
The property to the north located in the CL, Local Commercial Zoning District is currently
occupied by a multi-family development. Property in the CL, Local Commercial Zoning District
adjacent to the proposed rezoning to the west is the site of Washington Station, a twenty (20) unit
townhome development. The area at the opposite corner at the southwestern intersection of East
Jere Whitson Avenue and North Washington Avenue is the location of Washington Commons, a
four (4) unit townhome development. The proposed rezoning is consistent with surrounding land
uses.
The developers had approached the property owner to the north east, Mr. John Hickey regarding
including his property with the rezoning request. Mr. Hickey had submitted a letter to include his
property in the rezoning. The Planning Department would not recommend rezoning any property
along North Maple Avenue to a higher density. Even while maintaining the RS-10 Zoning District
along North Maple Avenue, the Planning Department has concerns with including the Hickey
property, as this would be a landlocked area of higher density zoning accessed off North Maple
Avenue.
The Future Land Use Concept Plan Element of the Cookeville 2030 Plan depicts this area as best
suited for lower density residential development. This includes both sides of North Washington
Avenue from just north of the intersection of East 16th Street to East 22nd Street. It is important to
note that this area includes a number of higher density residential developments, including
townhomes, apartments, and mobile home parks, and a number of various commercial uses. While
this area is not compliant with the Future Land Use Plan, neither are many other existing uses along
North Washington Avenue and various side streets within the area. The Planning Department plans
to reassess this area in the Cookeville 2030 Plan Update, with a majority of the work scheduled for
this year.
The concept plan provided by the developer depicts two (2) points of ingress/egress onto East Jere
Whitson Avenue and no access onto North Washington Avenue. East Jere Whitson Avenue is
classified as a Minor Collector Street and North Washington Avenue is classified as Major Arterial.
A traffic signal is located at the intersection of East Jere Whitson Road and North Washington
Avenue. The existing streets are classified sufficiently to serve the proposed zoning change. The
Water Quality Control Department has confirmed they have sufficient capacity to serve the
proposed zoning change.
The initial RAO Plan application submitted by Mr. Bernhardt indicated that the structures located
on the property were in less than sound condition. The current request includes downzoning
approximately 2.6 acres (54 percent of the area) and up zoning approximately 2.2 acres (46 percent
of the area). A zoning change to downzone the commercial portion to residential will eliminate any
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future commercial uses within the area, which should lessen impacts. The existing homes located
within the proposed area do appear to be in less than sound condition and in need of redevelopment.
Recommendation: Approval of the request
Aaron Bernhardt handed out packets that included pictures of the proposed apartments and
townhomes.
Leslie Sullins Draper asked how many apartments are being constructed.
Aaron Bernhardt responded with 11 4-plexes for a total of 44 dwelling units.
Leslie Sullins Draper asked if they can construct all townhomes.
Aaron Bernhardt responded that if they constructed all townhomes that he would lose 30 units and
the project would not recuperate the cost.
Ron Henry, of 538 East Jere Whitson Road, says his property backs up to the proposed rezoning
area and is concerned with there being too much traffic brought in by this. He stated that the road
already sees high traffic due to the side roads and high school traffic using East Jere Whitson to
access the red light.
Jimmy Phillips of 513 East Jere Whitson Road stated that he was also concerned with the traffic
increase and asked what the drainage area for the project will be.
Jon Ward stated that all storm water drainage has to follow the City of Cookeville’s storm water
management guidelines and that Cookeville has some of the strictest guidelines in the state.
Aaron Bernhardt stated that all drainage has to be retained on site and cannot drain to other lots.
Jim Stafne stated that all plans have to be signed off by an engineer and TDEC before construction
can begin.
Kay Starkweather asked if there is a need for apartments in Cookeville.
Aaron Bernhardt responded that all of his units are 100% occupied and guesses that other rental
agencies in town are operating at 90-100% occupancy. Mr. Bernhardt also mentioned that the
typical demographic that he is renting to is younger and retirement age and states that both prefer
less upkeep and prefer apartments and townhomes over single-family detached units.
Jon Ward stated that the proposed layout showing the lots is just a concept and is not binding. Mr.
Ward stated that the zoning allows for 62 units and Mr. Bernhardt has proposed 61.
Eric Walker made the motion to approve the request as submitted. Daniel Odom seconded the
motion. Votes: Jim Stafne – aye, Judy Jennings – aye, Jim Cobb – aye, Tracy Cody – aye, Daniel
Odom – aye, Kay Starkweather – aye, Leslie Sullins Draper – nay, Chris Wakefield – aye, Eric
Walker – aye. Motion Carried. APPROVED.
CONSIDER FOR ACTION SIX (6) MONTH EXTENSION OF THE PRELIMINARY PLAT
OF BRIGHTON PARK, 14 LOTS LOCATED AT 625 EAST 10TH STREET. REQUEST
SUBMITTED BY DONNIE SUITS OF CAPITAL COMMUNITIES, LLC. Ken Young stated
that Mr. Donnie Suits with Capital Communities, LLC has submitted a request for a six (6) month
extension of the Brighton Park Preliminary Plat, which is a 14 lot single family attached subdivision
located off of East 10th Street. The Preliminary Plat was approved by the Planning Commission on
February 25, 2019 for a period of one (1) year.
Analysis: As provided in Article II, Section D, Subsection 9 of the Subdivision Regulations, a
six (6) month extension can be applied for by the developer and granted by the Planning
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Commission provided a $50.00 fee is submitted with the request. Mr. Suits has submitted the fee
along with his request for an extension. Other than the placement of fill material on the site, no
construction has begun on the development, nor have any changes been made to the plat since the
preliminary plat was approved.
Recommendation: Approval of the request for a six (6) month extension of the Preliminary Plat
subject to all conditions as established by the Planning Commission on February 25, 2019.
Leslie Sullins Draper made the motion to approve the request recommended by staff. Kay
Starkweather seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously. APPROVED.
CONSIDER FOR ACTION SIX (6) MONTH EXTENSION OF THE PRELIMINARY PLAT
OF RAELYN COURT SUBDIVISION, 13 LOTS LOCATED OFF BAY VIEW DRIVE.
REQUEST SUBMITTED BY TYLER BROWN. Ken Young stated that Mr. & Mrs. Tyler
Brown have submitted a request for a six (6) month extension of their Raelyn Court Preliminary
Plat, which is a 13 lot single family detached subdivision located off of Bay View Drive. The
Preliminary Plat was approved by the Planning Commission on February 25, 2019 for a period of
one (1) year.
Analysis: As provided in Article II, Section D, Subsection 9 of the Subdivision Regulations, a
six (6) month extension can be applied for by the developer and granted by the Planning
Commission provided a $50.00 fee is submitted with the request. Mr. and Mrs. Brown have
submitted the fee along with their request for an extension. Other than the installation of some
erosion control barriers, no construction has begun on the development, nor have any changes been
made to the plat since the preliminary plat was approved.
Recommendation: Approval of the request for a six (6) month extension of the Preliminary Plat
subject to all conditions as established by the Planning Commission on February 25, 2019.
Jim Cobb made the motion to approve the request submitted by staff. Kay Starkweather seconded
the motion and the motion carried unanimously. APPROVED.
CONSIDER FOR ACTION THE FINAL PLAT OF MAGNOLIA CREEK, PHASE II, 31
LOTS LOCATED OFF FREEHILL ROAD. REQUEST SUBMITTED BY KMJ
PROPERTIES. Jon Ward stated that Mr. Michael Petty, on behalf of property owner KMJ
Properties, LLC, has submitted the Final Plat of Magnolia Creek Phase II located off of Freehill
Road. The Preliminary Plat/Final RAO Plan was initially approved by the Planning Commission
on July 24, 2017. A Revised Preliminary Plat/RAO Plan was approved by the Planning
Commission on December 16, 2019 and was subsequently recorded with the Putnam County
Register of Deeds on January 31, 2020.
Analysis: The underlying or existing zoning classification of the property is RM-8, Multi-
Family Residential. The overall development site is identified as Parcel 12.00 on Tax Map 27N,
Group B and Phase II consists of approximately 3.83 acres containing 31 single family detached
residential lots.
Phase II involved the construction of two (2) new public streets which have been completed
through the binder stage. Fenbrook Way is a new street that connects Juniper Drive with Freehill
Road. Hemlock Circle is a new interior street connecting Juniper Drive with Fenbrook Way. The
new streets have been constructed with curb and gutter and have a 40’ right-of-way which was
previously approved by the Planning Commission. Sidewalks, four (4) feet in width, are to be
constructed on both sides of the new streets. Public Works has stipulated that a letter of credit in
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the amount of $30,000 may be submitted to guarantee the completion of the sidewalks for a
maximum term of five (5) years. Also in lieu of completion, a certified check in the amount of
$21,000 is acceptable to pay for the final surfacing of the two (2) new streets. In addition, the
developer must submit payment in the amount of $600 to Public Works for street signage.
Water, sanitary sewer and underground electric service have been installed but several components
require relocation due to changes to the original Preliminary Plat/ Final RAO Plan. WQC requires
that the developer submit “as-built” plans for water and sewer which include both phases of the
development.
A bio-retention area (i.e., rain garden) remains to be constructed on Lot 53 as shown on the plat. A
note must be added to the plat stating the owner of this lot will be responsible for maintenance of
the rain garden. There are no FEMA identified Special Flood Hazard Areas indicated on the
property, however, there is a 30 foot wide stream buffer that slightly encroaches on the southwest
corner of Lot 34 as depicted on the plat.
As the new streets and other improvements are to be dedicated to the public, the developer must
also submit a $10,000 letter of credit for a two (2) year period payable to the City of Cookeville as a
Warranty of Improvements.
Recommendation: The Planning Department recommends conditional final plat approval
subject to the following conditions:
• A plat note must specify that the owner of Lot 53 is solely responsible for maintenance of the
rain garden located on the lot
• A letter of credit (period up to 60 months) payable to the City of Cookeville in the amount of
$30,000 may be submitted to guarantee sidewalk construction in lieu of completion
• A certified check payable to the City of Cookeville in the amount of $21,000 to pay for final
street surfacing may be submitted by the developer in lieu of completion
• Developer shall pay $600 to the Public Works Department for street signage
• Developer shall submit “as-built” plans for water and sewer improvements for the entire
development to Water Quality Control for review and approval
• Developer shall submit a Warranty of Improvements two (2) year letter of credit in the amount
of $10,000 payable to the City of Cookeville, with submission timing coordinated with Planning
Department staff
• Completion of corrections or additions to the plat as determined necessary by the Planning
Department and/or other appropriate city departments
Leslie Sullins Draper made the motion to approve the request submitted by staff. Jim Cobb
seconded the motion and the motion passed unanimously. CONDITIONAL APPROVAL.
CONSIDER FOR ACTION THE FINAL PLAT FOR THE COTTAGES, 49 LOTS
LOCATED ON MCCULLY ROAD AND SPRINGBORO ROAD. REQUEST SUBMITTED
BY MATT DAVIDSON, FISK DEVELOPMENT GROUP. Ken Young stated that Mr. Matt
Davidson with the Fisk Development Group has submitted for approval the Final Plat of The
Cottages, a 49 lot single family residential development of their property situated north of
Springboro Road and south of McCulley Road. This development was originally granted
preliminary approval in July 2010 and has been subsequently extended and renewed multiple times.
Fisk Development purchased the property in early 2019 and a re-submitted Preliminary Plat was
approved by the Planning Commission on July 22, 2019. There have been no changes to the
Subdivision Regulations during the entire period this development has been under consideration by
the Planning Commission.
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Analysis: The development property is identified on Tax Map 052 as Parcel 049.00 and
consists of approximately 15.50 acres. This parcel was rezoned from RS-20 to RS-10 (both single
family residential) in 2010. All of the adjacent properties are zoned RS-20. One (1) new road
named “Cottage Way” connects with Springboro Road in the south and with McCulley Road in the
north in order to provide two (2) points of ingress and egress. (The former developer expanded the
existing pavement to 22’ wide from the McCulley Road entrance approximately 400’ to Rockwell
Drive). In addition, the plat depicts a new cul-de-sac named “Bishop Lane” that will serve the lots
in the western portion of the property. The new streets have integral extruded mountable curbing
and gutter on both sides and have been completed through the base stage. (At the time of the
original preliminary approval in July 2010 the prior developer was granted a variance to reduce the
required right-of-way of the new streets from 45’ to 40’. At the same meeting the developer also
was granted a variance to reduce the diameter of the new cul-de-sac from 100’ to 90’ with a
pavement diameter of 80’). A new four (4) foot wide sidewalk is proposed for construction along
the front of all the interior lots that will meet current ADA requirements. Public Works has
stipulated that a letter of credit in the amount of $38,000 may be submitted to guarantee the
completion of the sidewalks for a maximum term of five (5) years. Also in lieu of completion, a
certified check in the amount of $54,000 is acceptable to pay for the final surfacing of the two (2)
new streets. In addition, the developer must submit payment in the amount of $450 to Public Works
for street signage.
A new six (6) inch waterline has been installed that connects to the existing six (6) inch waterlines
located in the right-of-ways of Springboro and McCulley. Three (3) new hydrants have been
installed in the development to meet the fire protection coverage as required by the Subdivision
Regulations. New eight (8) inch gravity sewer lines have been installed that also connect to the
existing mains located in the Springboro and McCulley right-of-ways. Water and sewer “as-built”
plans must be submitted to the Water Quality Control Department for review and final approval.
No portion of the subject property is located in a Special Flood Hazard Area according to the Flood
Insurance Rate Maps for the area. However, a portion of Lot 37 and the area of the intersection of
Springboro Road and “Cottage Way” are indicated as being in a Sinkhole Retention Area (SRA).
The elevation of this area is shown on the plat as 1122 feet and is labeled as an unbuildable area.
The plat also depicts storm water retention and detention areas along the western and eastern
boundaries of the subject property. The developer has advised their intention to construct swales for
storm water during the construction of the houses to divert water down the property lines to the rear
rain gardens. Public Works requires that a Storm Water Maintenance Agreement be submitted for
review and approval before the plat is endorsed for recording. Finally, as shown on the plat, the
developer has dedicated right-of-way along both existing roads measuring 25’ from the centerlines
to the property boundary to provide room for future road improvements.
As the new streets and other improvements are to be dedicated to the public, the developer must
also submit a $10,000 letter of credit for a two (2) year period payable to the City of Cookeville as a
Warranty of Improvements.
Recommendation: The Planning Department recommends conditional final plat approval
subject to the following conditions:
• Developer to coordinate final street construction and storm water stabilization with the
Department of Public Works
• A letter of credit (period up to 60 months) payable to the City of Cookeville in the amount of
$38,000 may be submitted to guarantee sidewalk construction in lieu of completion
• A certified check payable to the City of Cookeville in the amount of $54,000 to pay for final
street surfacing may be submitted by the developer in lieu of completion
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• Developer shall pay $450 to the Public Works Department for street signage
• Developer shall submit a “Storm Water Maintenance Agreement” to the Department of Public
Works for review and approval
• Developer shall submit “as-built” plans for water and sewer improvements for the entire
development to Water Quality Control for review and approval
• Developer shall submit a Warranty of Improvements two (2) year letter of credit in the amount
of $10,000 payable to the City of Cookeville, with submission timing coordinated with Planning
Department staff
• Completion of corrections or additions to the plat as determined necessary by the Planning
Department and/or other appropriate city departments
Leslie Sullins Draper made the motion to approve the request submitted by staff. Daniel Odom
seconded the motion and the motion passed unanimously. CONDITIONAL APPROVAL.
CONSIDER FOR ACTION THE FINAL PLAT OF WASHINGTON COURT
SUBDIVISION, 9 LOTS LOCATED ON TANSI DRIVE. REQUEST SUBMITTED BY
TITAN DEVELOPMENT Ken Young stated that Mr. Justin Cumby with Titan Development has
submitted a Final Plat of Washington Court, a nine (9) lot single family attached development of
their property located at the northeast corner of Vickers Lane and North Washington Avenue. The
Preliminary Plat was conditionally approved by the Planning Commission on February 25, 2019.
Analysis: The subject property is identified on Tax Map 040C, Group E, as Parcel 003.00 and
consists of approximately 0.64 acres. The property is zoned CL, Local Commercial, and is
bordered by CL zoning on the east, south and west, and CI, Commercial Industrial Mixed Use to
the north. Section 221.3 of the Zoning Code stipulates that single family attached dwellings
(townhouses) are allowed in the CL zone as a use permitted on review, subject to the submission of
a plat in accordance with the Cookeville Subdivision Regulations.
The development consists of eight (8) single family attached building lots and the construction of a
new private street and the installation of utilities. The development has only one (1) point of access
located on Vickers Lane. An existing curb cut on North Washington Avenue is to be closed off
with the installation of bollards. Truncated domes are to be installed on the sidewalk ramps at
Vickers Lane.
Lot nine (9) is the remaining common area and is not a building lot. A new private street named
Tansi Drive has been constructed to provide interior access to the townhouses. Two (2) bio-
retention areas for storm water management are shown on the plat, with the northern one contained
within the common area and the southern one partly within the common area and the remainder
encroaching on the rear of Lots 1 and 2. Maintenance easements for the bio-retention areas are
depicted on the plat and the developer is also required to submit a “Storm Water and Maintenance
Agreement” to the Public Works Department.
Water service has been connected to the existing water line located in the right-of-way of Vickers
Lane and the lots are to be served by individual meters that are set near the street right-of-way.
Private sewer has been connected to the existing eight (8) inch gravity sewer line also located
within the street right-of-way. All water service is private behind the water meters and all sewer
service is private inside the property boundary. There is one (1) existing hydrant located at the
northeast corner of Vickers Lane and North Washington Avenue that provides adequate coverage
for fire protection. In addition, all of the dwelling units have been outfitted with 13D sprinkler
systems. Individual receptacles will be utilized for trash management and the developer is to
consult with Public Works for cart placement for pickup. All electric has been installed
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underground per CED specifications and utility and maintenance easements are shown universally
on the plat outside of the building footprints. No portion of the subject property is located in a
Special Flood Hazard Area according to the Flood Insurance Rate Maps for the area, nor are there
indications of Sinkhole Retention Areas according to the available GIS data.
All common areas, streets, sewer and other infrastructure improvements are private and will be
maintained via a Homeowner Association Agreement that must be submitted in a timely manner
after final plat recording. Due to the private nature of the development, no Warranty of
Improvements is required. The developer is required to submit $150 to the Department of Public
Works for all required street signage.
Recommendation: Conditional approval of the Final Plat subject to the following:
• Bollards to be installed at the existing N. Washington curb cut and truncated domes are to be
installed on the sidewalk ramps at Vickers Lane
• Developer must consult with Public Works to make arrangements for trash pickup
• Developer shall submit a “Storm Water Maintenance Agreement” to Public Works for review
and approval
• Developer shall submit $150 to Public Works for signage
• Completion of corrections or additions to the plat as determined necessary by the Planning
Department and/or other appropriate city departments
• Developer to submit recorded Home Owner’s Association Agreement to the Planning
Department in a timely manner after the final plat is recorded
Chris Wakefield made the motion to approve the request submitted by staff. Jim Cobb seconded the
motion and the motion passed unanimously. CONDITIONAL APPROVAL.
CONSIDER FOR ACTION THE FINAL PLAT OF 700 BROAD PHASE I (LOTS 14-22),
TEN (10) LOTS LOCATED AT 731 EAST BROAD STREET. REQUEST SUBMITTED BY
PUTNAM PROPERTIES. Jon Ward stated that Chad Gilbert, on behalf of Putnam Properties, has
submitted for approval a Final Plat of 700 Broad Phase I (Lots 14-22), a 10 lot single family
detached residential development on East Broad Street with secondary access to East Spring Street.
This phase consists of nine (9) cluster type dwelling units and the remainder is shown as common
area (portion of Lot 63) outside of the building lots.
Analysis: The development property is identified on Tax Map 053L Group C as Parcel 016.00.
A plat titled the Burgess Family Partnership Lot Line Revision was recorded in March that provides
an ingress/egress access easement to East Spring Street. Lots 14-22 are zoned RM-14 (Multi-family
Residential) as is the remainder of the property to the west. The adjacent Wright parcel to the east is
zoned RS-15 (Single-family Residential). Lots 23 and 24 are zoned CL (Local Commercial) as are
adjacent properties to the east and west. Phase I contains approximately .70 acres of the
approximately 5.45 acre development site which is planned to contain 62 dwelling units in its
entirety. It should be noted that Lot 63 is the remaining common area and is not a building lot.
Sections 216.3 and 221.3 of the Zoning Code stipulate that single family attached dwellings
(townhouses) and detached single-family cluster developments are allowed in the RM-14 and in the
CL zone as a use permitted on review, subject to the submission of a plat in accordance with the
Cookeville Subdivision Regulations.
The lots in Phase I front a new private street named Allison Way that is under construction up to the
base stage. A new five (5) foot wide sidewalk is to be constructed along the right-of-way of East
Broad Street adjacent to Phase I. Public Works requires that trees are to be installed in this area as a
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condition of plat approval. The plat also depicts a new four (4) foot wide sidewalk along portions of
the interior perimeter in front of the dwelling units.
Public water service connects to the existing six (6) inch water line located in the right-of-way of
East Broad and the lots will be served by a master meter. Water line easements are to be shown on
the plat to include portions of the lines that are depicted on the plat as outside of the boundaries of
Phase I. Private sewer connects to the existing eight (8) inch gravity sewer line also located within
the East Broad right-of-way. There is one (1) existing hydrant located at the northeast corner of East
Broad and Terry Avenue and one (1) new hydrant has been installed less than 60 feet from the
southeast corner of Phase I. These hydrants provide adequate fire protection coverage as required
by the Subdivision Regulations. In addition, all the dwelling units have 13D residential sprinkler
systems installed.
All common areas, streets and infrastructure improvements with the exception of water are private
and will be maintained via a Homeowner Association Agreement that will be required upon final
plat recording. Developer shall incorporate specific language on the plat as well as the HOA
agreement pertaining to the water system as directed by Water Quality Control. In addition, the
developer is required to submit a two (2) year Warranty of Improvements letter of credit payable to
the City of Cookeville in the amount of $10,000 as a condition of final plat recording. This
warranty must be extended as subsequent phases of the development are considered for final
approval as directed by the Planning Department.
Recommendation: Conditional approval of the Phase I Final Plat subject to the following:
• Developer to complete construction of the new five (5) foot wide sidewalk along the East Broad
Street frontage adjacent to Phase I and install street trees in the area as required by Public Works
• Developer shall coordinate street subgrade proof rolling, base stone and final surfacing with
Public Works
• Developer must complete the detention pond as directed by Public Works
• Developer shall submit “as-built” water plans to the Water Quality Control Department
• Water Quality Control recommends that sewer “as-built” plans be prepared for the entire
development upon completion to benefit the homeowner’s association
• Developer shall incorporate specific language on the plat as well as in the HOA agreement
pertaining to the water system as directed by the Department of Water Quality Control
• Developer shall submit a two (2) year $10,000 Warranty of Improvements letter of credit
payable to the City of Cookeville, with submission timing and subsequent renewal to be
coordinated with Planning Department staff
• Developer shall provide all utility easements as required by the Electric and Water Quality
Control Departments
• Developer shall submit a copy of the recorded Homeowner’s Association agreement to the
Planning Department as soon as possible after the plat is recorded
• Completion of corrections or additions to the plat as determined necessary by the Planning
Department and/or other appropriate city departments
Chris Wakefield made the motion to approve the request submitted by staff. Tracy Cody seconded
the motion and the motion passed unanimously. CONDITIONAL APPROVAL.
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CONSIDER FOR ACTION VARIANCE FOR A FLAG LOT AND THE FINAL PLAT OF
SYCAMORE CHURCH OF CHRIST CRESCENT DRIVE DIVISION, TWO (2) LOTS
LOCATED AT 1070 CRESCENT DRIVE. REQUEST SUBMITTED BY ROBIN
MEADOWS. Ken Young stated that Property owner Robin Meadows has submitted a request for a
variance to allow the creation of one (1) flag lot and final plat approval of the Sycamore Church of
Christ Drive Division at 1070 Crescent Drive.
Analysis: The property is identified as Parcel 012.01 on Tax Map 039M Group B and consists
of approximately1.31 acres. The site is zoned RS-10 (Single Family Residential) as are as all the
adjacent properties. The parcel contains one (1) existing single family residential structure. Mr.
Meadows is purchasing a nearby structure from the church with the intention of relocating it to this
property subject to approval of the request for a flag lot variance and the final plat.
A flag lot is defined in the Subdivision Regulations as “a lot which is accessed by a strip of land of
a width less than the required street frontage and which is located behind another lot which meets
the required street frontage.” Article X Section G of the Subdivision Regulations specifies that flag
lots shall be permitted only for existing lots of record and upon the approval of a variance by the
Planning Commission subject to the following conditions:
a. The parcel of land proposed for subdivision to include a flag lot shall have depth to width
ratio exceeding 2:1.
b. No access strip shall be less than 25 feet in width for its entire length.
c. The access strip shall provide access for only one lot and shall be deeded and platted as a
part of the building site. No building or structure shall be located in the access strip.
d. The access strip shall not exceed 500 feet in length and no more than two access strips shall
be located side-by-side.
e. The point where the access strip abuts the public street shall be safe for vehicular ingress
and egress as far as visibility and grade are concerned since, unlike conventional lots, flag
lots have no other alternatives for driveway locations.
f. All required building setbacks shall apply and be measured from the boundaries of the
portion of the lot excluding the access strip.
g. The developer shall restrict the flag lot from further subdivision unless a street meeting all
requirements, including right-of-way, is constructed. Said restriction shall be placed on the
Final Plat.
In no case shall a flag lot be used to avoid constructing a street to the required standards.
The property is served by an existing six (6) inch water line located in the street right-of-way and
there is an existing hydrant located at the northwest corner of the parcel. Sewer is available to
connect to the existing eight (8) inch gravity main also located in the street right-of-way. The
subject property is 25’ from the street centerline so no additional right-of-way dedication is
required. Current GIS data indicates that no portion of the subject property is located in a Special
Flood Hazard Area and no area of the property is in a Sinkhole Retention Area.
Recommendation: It is the opinion of the Planning Staff that the petitioner has met the criteria
for a flag lot and therefore recommends that the variance be granted. Planning Staff recommends
conditional final plat approval subject to any additions and/or corrections as required by the
Planning Department and/or other city departments.
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Chris Wakefield made the motion to approve the request submitted by staff. Kay Starkweather
seconded the motion and the motion passed unanimously. APPROVED.
CONSIDER FOR ACTION THE RENAMING OF FOUNDATION DRIVE TO JAKE
HOOT DRIVE. REQUEST SUBMITTED BY PAM EALEY, HABITAT FOR HUMANITY.
Jon Ward stated that Ms. Pam Ealey, Executive Director for Upper Cumberland Habitat for
Humanity submitted a request to rename Foundation Drive to Jake Hoot Drive.
Analysis: Foundation Drive is an existing City Street located in the West End Neighborhood
development. Upper Cumberland Habitat for Humanity is the developer of West End
Neighborhood. Foundation Drive was accepted as a city street on the final plat of West End
Neighborhood Phase III, approved by the Planning Commission on March 27, 2017. A revised plat
for West End Neighborhood Phase III was approved on January 22, 2018. At its March 26, 2018,
the Planning Commission approved Amendments to the Official Street Map that added Foundation
Drive as an official city street.
As depicted on the West End Neighborhood, Phase III final plat, Foundation Drive currently serves
17 total lots, 15 of these are for single family detached development with two (2) common areas.
The Codes Department has issued permits for five (5) on the existing street, two (2) of which are
complete and occupied and three (3) others under construction.
The procedure for street naming/renaming is provided in Title 16, Chapter 2 of the Cookeville
Municipal Code. Chapter 2 provides as follows:
• The Planning Commission shall approve all street naming/renaming
• The City may initiate street naming/renaming provided all property owners located on the street
are notified (All property owners have been notified by the Planning Department)
• E-911 review is required (Putnam County E-911 has been notified by the Planning Department)
• A Public Hearing must be held by the Planning Commission
• Naming/renaming of a street becomes effective 30 days following the approval of the Planning
Commission unless otherwise specified at the time of approval
• Decisions of Planning Commission may be appealed to the City Council within 30 days of the
approval of a street naming/renaming
Recommendation: Approval of renaming Foundation Drive to Jake Hoot Drive.
Tracy Cody made the motion to approve the request submitted by staff. Eric Walker seconded the
motion and the motion passed unanimously. APPROVED.
CONSIDER FOR ACTION AN AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING CODE TO INCLUDE
MICROBREWERIES AND BREWPUBS AS A PERMITTED USE IN THE CI,
COMMERCIAL-INDUSTRIAL MIXED USE DISTRICT. REQUEST SUBMITTED BY
MANNY EDWARDS. Jon Ward stated that Mr. Manny Edwards with Jig Head Brewery
submitted an application for a Zoning Coded Amendment to include microbreweries and brewpubs
in the CI, Commercial Industrial Mixed Use District.
Analysis: Jig Head Brewing Company is located at 310 Newman Drive, in the CG, General
Commercial Zoning District. Mr. Edwards is considering opening additional locations and met
with Staff from the Planning Department and Codes Departments to inquire about zoning
compliance. Microbreweries and Brewpubs are defined in the Zoning Code as follows:
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BREWPUB. A restaurant that prepares handcrafted beer, and/or other malt beverages, as an
accessory use intended for consumption on the premises or sold for consumption off premises in
hand-capped or sealed containers in quantities up to one-half barrel (15.5 gallons), up to a
maximum total of 5,000 barrels (31 gallons per barrel) per year. No more than 25 percent of the
total floor area shall be utilized for brewing, including bottling and kegging. (As amended by
Ordinance No. O14-04-05)
MICRO-BREWERY. A facility for the production and packaging of beer, and/or other malt
beverages, for distribution, retail or wholesale, on or off premises, with a maximum capacity of
not more than 15,000 barrels (31 gallons per barrel) per year. A micro-brewery may include, as
an accessory use, a restaurant or tasting room not to exceed 25 percent of the total floor area.
(As amended by Ordinance No. O14-04-05)
Both uses are permitted in the CBD, CL, CG, and CR commercial zones. Neither are permitted in
the CI, Commercial Industrial Mixed Use Zone. Mr. Edwards had inquired specifically about a
property located in the CI zoning district. The CI District is intended to accommodate a mixture of
compatible commercial and light industrial developments, and is generally located along streets of
at least Major Collector classification. The CI District, along with the CBD, CL, CG and CR
Districts all allow private recreational facilities including taverns and nightclubs as a use permitted
by right. Also, restaurants that serve alcoholic beverages are permitted in the CBD, CN, CL, CG,
PCD, MS, UNV and CI zoning districts.
Mr. Matt Phillips, with Rise Partners, owners of Jackson Plaza met with the Planning Department to
discuss the possibility of allowing brewpubs in the existing commercial development, and
submitted a letter to the Planning Department requesting consideration. Jackson Plaza is zoned
PCD, Planned Commercial Development. The PCD District does not allow microbreweries or
brewpubs, but does permit private recreational facilities including taverns and nightclubs, along
with restaurants that may serve alcoholic beverages. In the opinion of the Planning Department,
microbreweries produce products on a scale that may not be suitable for the PCD District, but
brewpubs would be an appropriate use.
In recent years, the City of Cookeville has had multiple microbreweries and brewpubs begin
operation. With the growing popularity of microbreweries and brewpubs and to remain consistent
with permitted restaurants and recreational uses, the Planning Department would recommend the
following amendments to the Zoning Code:
Amend Section 227, CI, Commercial-Industrial Mixed Use District, Section 227.2, Permitted Uses
and Structures by adding a new Section 227.2U Microbreweries and brewpubs.
Amend Section 224, PCD, Planned Commercial Development, Section 224.2, Permitted Uses and
Structures, by adding new Section 224.2J Brewpubs.
Amend the Chart of Permitted Uses accordingly.
Recommendation: Approval of Zoning Code Amendment to allow Microbreweries and Brewpubs
as a permitted use in the CI, Commercial Industrial Mixed Use District, and to allow Brewpubs as a
permitted use in the PCD, Planned Commercial District.
Leslie Sullins Draper made the motion to approve the request submitted by staff. Daniel Odom
seconded the motion and the motion passed unanimously. APPROVED.
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CONSIDER FOR ACTION 2020 ANNUAL REPORT & PROGRAM DESIGN. REQUEST
SUBMITTED BY STAFF. Jon Ward stated that The Planning Department has completed the 2019
Annual Report and Program Design. The purpose of this report is to review the activities of 2018
and to outline proposed activities for 2019.
Analysis: Some of the major tasks completed in 2019 included:
• Assisted with completion and approved the Cookeville Bicycle and Pedestrian Circulation Plan
Update funded with 2018 TDOT Transportation Planning Grant
• Served on Putnam County Multi-Jurisdictional Transportation Committee, submitted ten (10)
Community Transportation Planning Request (CTPRs) to TDOT for road/street improvement
projects in Cookeville, Putnam County, Algood and Baxter
• Collected data and prepared priority matrix and priority list for local street improvement projects
• Continued to monitor downtown parking demand
• Assisted with acquisition of property on North Cedar Avenue to construct additional downtown
public parking
• Continued to assist with implementation of 2015 TDOT Multimodal Access Grant for installing
sidewalks along East Spring Street
• Approved Resolution to increase sidewalk in lieu of construction fee
• Reviewed and approved preliminary design concept plan for improvements to North Dixie
Avenue and North Mahler Avenue
• Awarded TDOT Multimodal Access Grant application for installing sidewalks along West 12th
Street and North Willow Avenue, continued to assist with project
• Reviewed and approved Final PRD Plan on West 9th Street
• Approved 16 preliminary plats containing 227 lots, 13 final subdivision plats containing a total
of 81 lots and 40 minor plats containing 69 lots
Some of the major work activities proposed for 2020 include:
• Significant work will focus on the 2030 Plan Update
• Continue implementation of 2030 Plan
• Prepare potential amendments to Future Land Use Plan element of the 2030 Plan to identify
additional areas in need of redevelopment/revitalization and other amendments as determined
appropriate
• Continue collection of data for update of Land Use Plan in 2020/2021
• Monitor progress of PRD for West 9th Street
• Monitor approval of Final PCD Plan for East 10th Street
• Monitor and assist with East 10th Street improvements relating to East 10th Street PCD
completion
• Continue to assist with implementation of 2015 TDOT Multimodal Access Grant for installing
sidewalks along East Spring Street
• Continue assistance with implementation of 2018 TDOT Multimodal Access Grant application
for installing sidewalks along West 12th Street and North Willow Avenue
• Continue assistance with implementation the Cookeville Pedestrian and Bicycle Circulation
Plan
• Assist as necessary with activities for local street improvement projects
• Assist as necessary with Municipal Code amendments relating to residential parking districts,
regulation of electric scooters, wireless support structures in the public right-of-way, and others
as needed
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Jim Cobb made the motion to approve the request submitted by staff. Kay Starkweather seconded
the motion and the motion passed unanimously. APPROVED.
STUDY ITEMS:
(1) CONSIDER FOR STUDY REQUEST FOR CLOSURE OF THE ALLEY LOCATED
BETWEEN EAST 10TH STREET AND TIMBER LANE. REQUEST SUBMITTED BY
CHRIS VICK.
Eric Walker made the motion to accept the items for study. Jim Cobb seconded the motion and the
motion carried unanimously. APPROVED.
STAFF REPORTS:
(1) MINOR PLATS APPROVED & RECORDED:
• COOK HOUSE PROPERTIES, INC COMBINATION PLAT – 1 LOT LOCATED ON
EAST 4TH STREET – PETER METTS
• MARRERO COMBINATION PLAT – 2 LOTS LOCATED ON RIDGEDALE DRIVE &
SHERRILL DRIVE – ELIAS MARRERO
• TONY DEASON COMBINATION PLAT – 1 LOT LOCATED ON 2090 FOUNTAIN
CIRCLE & SHAG RAG ROAD
• JAMES CATES PROPERTY SUBDIVISION REVISION – 2 LOTS LOCATED ON
SAMS STREET & BUNKER HILL ROAD
ADJOURNMENT: 6:41 P.M.
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HALEY DICKSON JIM STAFNE, CHAIRMAN
PLANNING ASSISTANT COOKEVILLE PLANNING
COMMISSION
Action Item 3
Consider a Resolution, determining that, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, meetings of the
Cookeville Municipal Planning Commission shall be by electronic means as permitted by
Executive Order No. 16. Request submitted by staff.
RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION OF THE COOKEVILLE MUNICIPAL PLANNING
COMMISSION DETERMINING THAT, DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC,
THE APRIL 27th, 2020 MEETING OF THE COOKEVILLE MUNICIPAL
PLANNING COMMISSION SHALL BE BY ELECTRONIC MEANS AS
PERMITTED BY EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 16
WHEREAS, Executive Order No. 16 issued by the Honorable Bill Lee, Governor
of the State of Tennessee on March 20, 2020, as a reasonable measure to protect the
health and safety of citizens and government officials while ensuring that government
business may continue in a manner that is open and accessible to the public, has declared
that the provisions of the Open Meetings Act, Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 8,
Chapter 44, Part 1, are suspended to the extent necessary to allow a governing body, as
defined in Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 8-44-102, including the Cookeville
Municipal Planning Commission, to meet and conduct essential business by electronic
means, rather than being required to gather a quorum of members physically present at
the same location; and
WHEREAS, the Cookeville Municipal Planning Commission has determined
that meeting electronically is necessary to protect the health and safety of citizens,
government officials and staff in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to Executive Order
No. 16 and in a manner consistent with Article I, Section 19 of the Tennessee
Constitution, Cookeville Municipal Planning Commission meetings shall be conducted
by electronic means and shall be open and accessible to public attendance by electronic
means. Executive Order No. 16 does not in any way limit existing quorum or voting
requirements under law, and all provisions of Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 8-44-
108(c), remain in effect.
ADOPTED AND EFFECTIVE THIS 27th DAY OF APRIL, 2020.
____________________________________
Jim Stafne, Chairman, Cookeville Municipal
Planning Commission
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Haley Dickson, Secretary, Cookeville
Municipal Planning Commission
Action Item 4
Consider for action closure of an undeveloped alley located between East 10th Street and Timber
Lane. Request submitted by Chris Vick on behalf of Donnie Suits, Capital Communities, LLC.
Mr. Donnie Suits has requested that this item be postponed until the May 18th Planning
Commission meeting.
Action Item 5
Consider for action the final plat of Edgington Court, a 24 lot single family attached
development located on West Broad Street and Chestnut Drive. Request submitted by Jerry Gaw
with West Broad Partners.
Action Item 6
Hold a public hearing and consider for action renaming a portion of West 8th Street from the
Tech Quadrangle west to Stadium Drive and naming a new street from Stadium Drive west to
North Willow Avenue to Wings Up Way. Tennessee Tech University has requested that this
item be moved from study to action. Moving this item from study to action requires the
approval of the Planning Commission.
Stonecipher
Lecture Hall
125 W. 8th Street
(current address)
Student Recreation
Center needs street Ellington Hall
number assigned 130 W. 8th Street Warf Hall Military Science
(current address) 120 W. 8th Street 90 W. 8th Street Matthews Hall
(current address) (current address) 80 W. 8th Street
(current address)
NOTE:
PROPOSED CHANGE OF 8TH STREET TO "WINGS UP WAY"
AFFECTS STREET ADDRESS OF BUILDINGS LABELED IN RED.
Action Item 7
Consider for action the Reserve preliminary plat phases II, III, and IV, 101 single family
detached residential lots. Submitted by Design Development, LLC. Design Development, LLC
has requested this item be moved from study to action. Moving this item from study to
action requires the approval of the Planning Commission.
Study Item 1
Consider for study the rezoning of approximately 4.86 acre portion of Tax Map 067A, Group F,
Parcel 040.00 from CR (Regional Commercial) to RD (Single Family and Duplex Residential).
Request submitted by Jerry C. Gaw.
Study Item 2
Consider for study request to close, abandon, and declare as surplus property a portion of
undeveloped Poplar Avenue right-of-way. Request submitted by Burton Nelson.
Study Item 3
Consider for study the preliminary plat of Concord subdivision, 29 lots located on East Jere
Whitson Road. Request submitted by Dealmakers.
Study Item 4
Consider for study the preliminary plat of W.P. Brown Subdivision, 14 lots located at 1501
Bunker Hill Road. Request submitted by Willow Park Partners.
Study Item 5
Consider for study the rezoning of 2.15 acres located on Buck Mountain Road, Tax Map 52,
Parcel 07.00 from RS-10 (Single Family Residential) to PRD (Planned Residential
Development). Request submitted by Donnie Suits, Capital Communities.
Study Item 6
Consider for study zoning code amendment relative to extending deadlines during a natural
disaster or emergency declaration. Request submitted by staff.
MEMORANDUM
TO: Cookeville Municipal Planning Commission
FROM: Jon Ward, Planning Director
DATE: April 22, 2020
SUBJECT: Zoning Code Amendment, Deadline Extensions due to Emergency Declarations
or Natural Disasters
Due to the recent COVID-19 pandemic the Planning Department recognizes a need relative to
deadlines due to disaster declarations or natural disasters. During the recent safer at home
order, many professional businesses have operated at limited capacities. The Planning
Department would recommend the Planning Commission consider an amendment to the Zoning
Code, Section 233, Administration and Enforcement to add a new section that would allow any
pending deadline required by the Zoning Code to be extended by administrative approval by the
Planning Department for six (6) additional months. The Planning Department would
recommend adding the following Section 233.16 to the Zoning Code:
233.16 EXTENSION OF DEADLINES DUE TO DISASTER OR EMERGENCY DECLARATION
In the event of a Disaster Declaration or an Emergency Declaration extension of deadlines may
be granted by the Planning Department for an additional six (6) months beyond any expiration
date required by the Zoning Code. Requests for extensions due to Natural Disasters or
Emergency Declarations must be submitted to the Planning Department prior to the expiration
date. The request must include justification that the disaster or emergency declaration has
impacted progress of the project and an extension would be a reasonable accommodation.
THE AGENDA
AS SUBMITTED.
Cookeville Municipal Planning Commission
Agenda
April 27, 2020
5:30 P.M.
Action Items:
(1) Consider for approval the agenda as submitted.
(2) Consider for approval the minutes of February 24, 2020.
(3) Consider a Resolution, determining that, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, meetings of the
Cookeville Municipal Planning Commission shall be by electronic means as permitted by
Executive Order No. 16. Request submitted by staff.
(4) Consider for action closure of an undeveloped alley located between East 10th Street and
Timber Lane. Request submitted by Chris Vick on behalf of Donnie Suits, Capital
Communities, LLC. Mr. Donnie Suits has requested that this item be postponed until
the May 18th Planning Commission meeting.
(5) Consider for action the final plat of Edgington Court, a 24 lot single family attached
development located on West Broad Street and Chestnut Drive. Request submitted by
Jerry Gaw with West Broad Partners.
(6) Hold a public hearing and consider for action renaming a portion of West 8th Street from
the Tech Quadrangle west to Stadium Drive and naming a new street from Stadium Drive
west to North Willow Avenue to Wings Up Way. Tennessee Tech University has
requested that this item be moved from study to action. Moving this item from study
to action requires the approval of the Planning Commission.
(7) Consider for action the Reserve preliminary plat phases II, III, and IV, 101 single family
detached residential lots. Submitted by Design Development, LLC. Design Development,
LLC has requested this item be moved from study to action. Moving this item from
study to action requires the approval of the Planning Commission.
Study Items:
(1) Consider for study the rezoning of approximately 4.86 acre portion of Tax Map 067A,
Group F, Parcel 040.00 from CR (Regional Commercial) to RD (Single Family and
Duplex Residential). Request submitted by Jerry C. Gaw.
(2) Consider for study request to close, abandon, and declare as surplus property a portion of
undeveloped Poplar Avenue right-of-way. Request submitted by Burton Nelson.
(3) Consider for study the preliminary plat of Concord subdivision, 29 lots located on East
Jere Whitson Road. Request submitted by Dealmakers.
(4) Consider for study the preliminary plat of W.P. Brown Subdivision, 14 lots located at
1501 Bunker Hill Road. Request submitted by Willow Park Partners.
(5) Consider for study the rezoning of 2.15 acres located on Buck Mountain Road, Tax Map
52, Parcel 07.00 from RS-10 (Single Family Residential) to PRD (Planned Residential
Development). Request submitted by Donnie Suits, Capital Communities.
(6) Consider for study zoning code amendment relative to extending deadlines during a
natural disaster or emergency declaration. Request submitted by staff.
Cont…
Staff Reports:
(1) Minor Plats Approved & Recorded
• 2 lot subdivision for lot 2 of the re-division of Windsor Hills Island Division – Jerry &
Paul Gaw
• 2 lot subdivision for the re-division of lot 1 of Fortis Institute Division – Demontburn
Park Holdings & Randolph & Parks (J.D. Parks)
THE MINUTES OF
FEBRUARY 24, 2020
To determine that, due to the COVID-19
pandemic, meetings of the Cookeville Planning
Commission shall be by electronic means as
permitted by Executive Order No. 16.
Request submitted by Staff
RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION OF THE COOKEVILLE MUNICIPAL PLANNING
COMMISSION DETERMINING THAT, DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC,
THE APRIL 27th, 2020 MEETING OF THE COOKEVILLE MUNICIPAL
PLANNING COMMISSION SHALL BE BY ELECTRONIC MEANS AS
PERMITTED BY EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 16
WHEREAS, Executive Order No. 16 issued by the Honorable Bill Lee, Governor
of the State of Tennessee on March 20, 2020, as a reasonable measure to protect the
health and safety of citizens and government officials while ensuring that government
business may continue in a manner that is open and accessible to the public, has declared
that the provisions of the Open Meetings Act, Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 8,
Chapter 44, Part 1, are suspended to the extent necessary to allow a governing body, as
defined in Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 8-44-102, including the Cookeville
Municipal Planning Commission, to meet and conduct essential business by electronic
means, rather than being required to gather a quorum of members physically present at
the same location; and
WHEREAS, the Cookeville Municipal Planning Commission has determined
that meeting electronically is necessary to protect the health and safety of citizens,
government officials and staff in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to Executive Order
No. 16 and in a manner consistent with Article I, Section 19 of the Tennessee
Constitution, Cookeville Municipal Planning Commission meetings shall be conducted
by electronic means and shall be open and accessible to public attendance by electronic
means. Executive Order No. 16 does not in any way limit existing quorum or voting
requirements under law, and all provisions of Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 8-44-
108(c), remain in effect.
ADOPTED AND EFFECTIVE THIS 27th DAY OF APRIL, 2020.
____________________________________
Jim Stafne, Chairman, Cookeville Municipal
Planning Commission
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Haley Dickson, Secretary, Cookeville
Municipal Planning Commission
Closure of an undeveloped alley located between
th
East 10 Street and Timber Lane.
Mr. Donnie Suits has requested that this item be postponed
until the May 18th Planning Commission Meeting.
Request submitted by Chris Vick on behalf of Donnie Suits , Capital Communities, LLC.
Site
Location Map
Survey
Site Plan
Final Plat of
Edgington Cour t,
a 24 lot single family attached development
located on West Broad Street
and Chestnut Avenue.
Request submitted by Jerry C. Gaw with West Broad Partners.
Site
Location Map
Edgington Court
Final Plat
Edgington Court
Final Plat
th
Renaming a por tion of West 8 Street
from the Tech Quadrangle west to Stadium Drive and
naming a new street from Stadium Drive west to
Nor th Willow Avenue to Wings Up Way.
Tennessee Tech University has requested that this item be moved from Study to Action.
Moving this item from Study to Action requires the approval of the Planning Commission.
Request submitted by Tennessee Tech University.
Site
Location Map
The Reserve Preliminary Plat Phases II, III & IV,
101 Single Family Detached Residential Lots.
Design Development, LLC has requested that this item be moved from Study to Action.
Moving this item from Study to Action requires the approval of the Planning Commission.
Request submitted by Design Development, LLC.
Site
Location Map
The Reserve Phases II, III & IV Preliminary Plat
The Reserve Phases II, III & IV Preliminary Plat
The Rezoning of approximately 4.86 acre por tion
of Tax Map 067A, Group ‘F”, Parcel 040.00
from CR ( Regional Commercial ) to
RD ( Single Family and Duplex Residential ).
Request submitted by Jerry C. Gaw.
Request to close, abandon and declare as
surplus proper ty a por tion of undeveloped
Poplar Avenue right-of-way.
Request submitted by Burton Nelson.
Preliminary Plat of
Concord Subdivision,
29 lots located on
East Jere Whitson Road.
Request submitted by Dealmakers.
Preliminary Plat of
W.P. Brown Subdivision,
14 lots located at
1501 Bunker Hill Road.
Request submitted by Willow Park Partners.
Rezoning of 2.15 acres located on
Buck Mountain Road,
Tax Map 052, Parcel 07.00 from
RS10 ( Single Family Residential ) to
PRD ( Planned Residential Development )
Request submitted by Donnie Suits , Capital Communities.
Zoning Code Amendment relative to
extending deadlines during a
natural disaster or emergency declaration.
Request submitted by Staff.
2 Lot Subdivision for Lot 2 of the
Re-Division of Windsor Hills Island Division -
Jerry & Paul Gaw
2 Lot Subdivision for the
Re-Division of Lot 1 of For tis Institite Division -
Demontburn Park Holdings and Randolph & Parks ( J.D. Parks )
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