I have a lot at the back of a cove with 137′ of shoreline according to the county gis property map, and also the lot was created prior to 2003. Its in Walnut Run. I have a fixed pier dock/walkway but want to get a permit for a floating/roofed/lift dock installed next-to or out from the fixed dock. I was told I needed permission from all the lots (owners) that the new dock would cross in front of. I was able to get permission from all but one guy (who’s lot would actually be least impacted). He says he wouldn’t want to look at my dock when he looks into the cove at the far left side of his property (but when he builds his dock he will be looking directly at his own dock, so if he could see another dock farther in on the cove, it wouldn’t seem that it would be a big deal (so much for being a good neighbor). Is there any way to get a waiver or permit without this one neighbors permission?

I am trying to sell the lot (lot 14 on Hickory Pl Walnut Run), but without the dock permit, am having no luck. Also without that permit, the value of the lot is significantly less. I have even offered the refusing neighbor money for his OK, but no luck. I have now priced the lot well below what I paid a couple of years ago and still no takers. Its a very nice lot with a decent view and the fixed dock is a plus, but not as good as having a dock with a roof and lift would be.

Thanks

Bill bpjoerg2@bellsouth.net

What do you know about the requirements to have old docks not in use removed. Our neighbors have built a new dock and the old one remains. I don’t believe it has been used in years. It sits very close to our property which is in a small cove and is an eye sore. Let me know.

Thanks,
Richard

The 2003 Shoreline Management Plan is here:

http://www.smithmtn.com/ShorelineManagement/default.htm

Good luck to you…

Where can the rules and regulations be found online for the 2003 Shoreline Management Plan
Appalachian Power (American Electric Power or AEP) in conjunction with The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).

I’ve searched and searched and have yet to come across them. Surprised that you did not post a link here on this page.

Thanks in advance Paul!

You will need to contact Appalachian Power (American Electric Power) at 540-489-2556. Lisa Hammock is usually very helpful. You can try to email at lhhammock@aep.com or at aepsmp@aep.com.

If you need a dockbuilder, I recommend Erik Plyler at Plyler Docks. You can reach him at 540-721-5253 or erikplyler@hotmail.com. He is my favorite of the many dockbuilders on the lake.

In general, most lots will allow a dock/boathouse. There are rules that would prohibit a real living space above a new dock, however many older docks have this feature.

Feel free to give me a call if I can assist you further! (877) SML-HOME