Circulation and Bus Service
To support proper traffic circulation and accommodate deliveries, roadways were designed around the perimeter of the site along with approximately 500 parking spaces. Since the development is located a short distance off the university’s main campus, a transit area was designed at the entrance for the university to provide bus service to the main campus.
Extensive Infrastructure Design
Following approval of the master plan, Gresham Smith provided the professional services necessary for the infrastructure design, bidding assistance for the university and construction administration for the duration of the project. The infrastructure design involved extensive grading, multiple retaining walls, a stormwater collection system, stormwater detention and treatment, roadways, sidewalks, parking, utilities, landscaping and fencing.
Utility Design and Coordination
The utility design included the sanitary sewer collection system, water distribution system, gas distribution system, telecommunications, site lighting and all easements required by the Knoxville Utilities Board. During the construction administration phase, Gresham Smith assisted the university with coordinating the remaining infrastructure improvements with the various housing contractors. The result is an appealing collection of lots that provides an inviting setting for the university’s 13 striking sorority homes.