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- Are there any restrictions on the property? If so, what are they?
- How much does it cost to have utilites hooked up such as water, electric, and telephone?
- Is there a time frame that the purchaser must build after buying the property?
- I have looked at the map of Gardner Place and noticed a large rectangular area next to lots 25, 26, 44, 45, and 81-83. What is on this area and is it zoned?
- Is there a penalty if I pay my tract off early?
- Are there any additional fees besides the cost of the tract(s)?
- What is the cost to have a septic tank installed?
- What is the cost of a survey?
- What is the average temperature in the summer? Winter?
- What are the main summertime recreational activities in the area?
- Where are the nearest lakes to fish? Boat and Ski? Is there river fishing in your area?
- Where is Pikeville located exactly? Can you describe it?
- What is the population of the city of Pikeville? Bledsoe County?
- How close is Pikeville to Chattanooga, Nashville, Knoxville, Atlanta, GA, Falls Creek Falls State Resort Park and surrounding towns?
- Where can I get a map of the city of Pikeville?
- Is there a group of home builders/contractors in the area?
- What type of schools and day cares are in the area?
- What type of Fire stations does Bledsoe County have?
- Where is the closest airport to Pikeville?
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| Question 1: Are there any restrictions on the property? If so, what are they? |
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| Answer: Yes, there are restrictions on the property. Click here for Gardner Place Restrictions and here for High Cliffs Restrictions. |
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| Question 2: How much does it cost to have utilites hooked up such as water, electric, and telephone? |
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- The water tap fee can be obtained through Fall Creek Falls Utility District at the cost of $550.00. For more information, call 423-881-5065.
- Electric deposit is $100.00 unless they are provided with a letter of credit from the buyer's current provider. The electric service provider would be Sequatchie Valley Electric CO-OP, and they can be contacted at 423-447-2131.
- The cost for telephone service is a $13.00 membership fee and a $100.00 deposit or a letter of credit. Feel free to contact Bledsoe County Telephone Cooperative with any further questions at 423-447-2121.
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| Question 3: Is there a time frame that the purchaser must build after buying the property? |
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| Answer: No, you may choose to build at any time or not ever build on your property at all. If you choose to build, your construction should be complete within 1 year from the date that you start. |
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| Question 4: I have looked at the map of Gardner Place and noticed a large rectangular area next to lots 25, 26, 44, 45, and 81-83. What is on this area and is it zoned? |
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| Answer: This is a thickly wooded area and it has no zoning. It is owned by a doctor and was purchased as a long term investment. To our knowledge, he has no plans of development. |
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| Question 5: Is there a penalty if I pay my tract off early? |
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| Answer: There is no penalty for early payoff. |
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| Question 6: Are there any additional fees besides the cost of the tract(s)? |
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| Answer: Yes, you will have closing fees which are based on the property price but are on average $500. |
- Closing cost: $150
- Title Opinion: $150
- Recording Fees (Deed): $100-$150 average (based on price of land)
- Recording Fees (Deed of Trust): $25-$50 average (based on amount financed)
- Deed of Trust (Note): $35
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| Question 7: What is the cost to have a septic tank installed? |
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| Answer: The average estimated cost is between $1,500 to $2,500 for a completely installed septic system depending on the size of your home. The permit for the septic system can be obtained from Bledsoe County Health Department for a $200 fee. The health department can be contacted at 423-447-2149. |
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| Question 8: What is the cost of a survey? |
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| Answer: Every tract at Gardner Place has already been surveyed and marked. When a piece of land is purchased from us, we will provide the buyer with a recent survey. |
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| Question 9: What is the average temperature in the summer? Winter? |
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- Annual Average Temperature: 60° F
- Monthly Average High Temperature: January 49°, July 92°
- Monthly Average Low Temperature: January 28°, July 65°
- Annual Average Precipitation: 58"
- Annual Average Snowfall: 5"
- Elevation: 800' Above Sea Level
- Prevailing Winds: Southwest
- Mean Length of Freeze Free Period (Days): 225
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| Question 10: What are the main summertime recreational activities in the area? |
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| Answer: You can enjoy everything from rock climbing to horse riding, camping, fishing, hiking, caving, rappelling, and water sports. Fall Creek Falls State Park is the major attraction, and tourists from all over the United States will tell you that it's the place to be for fun in the sun. |
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| Question 11: Where are the nearest lakes to fish? Boat and Ski? Is there river fishing in your area? |
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| Answer: The closest fishing lake would be at Fall Creek Falls State Park, for more information on the park and other lakes in our area click here: Fall Creek Falls State Park |
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| There is river fishing along the Cane Creek River and Sequatchie River. You can drop your boat and ski at either Crossville, Dunlap or in the Cane Creek River in Spencer. All are within a 15-30 minute drive. |
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| Question 12: Where is Pikeville located exactly? Can you describe it? |
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| Answer: Pikeville is located in middle Tennessee and is centrally located between Knoxville, Nashville and Chattanooga. The town of Pikeville is located in the Sequatchie Valley that runs the length of three counties from Cumberland County to Sequatchie County, and at no time does its width exceed five miles. This topography offers a panoramic view from all directions. |
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| To the east is Walden's Ridge, which divides the Tennessee Valley from the Sequatchie Valley. The Ridge is made up of rolling farmlands, large forested areas and other points of interest that make it worth the trip. Westward of Pikeville brings you to the Cumberland Plateau, home of Fall Creek Falls State Resort Park. Fall Creek Falls is the largest "State" park in Tennessee and the most visited in Tennessee affectionately gaining the name "The Crown Jewel of Tennessee". |
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| As you return to Pikeville from either side, you are greeted with a breathtaking view of the valley below, shrouded in mists in the mornings and dappled in sunlight in the afternoons. If you love having a scenic view, the mountains, wildlife, forests and lots of fresh air, then Pikeville is the place for you. |
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| Question 13: What is the population of the city of Pikeville? Bledsoe County? |
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| Answer: The estimated population of the city of Pikeville is 2,000 and the population of Bledsoe County as a whole is 12,367. For more detailed demographics of our area click here: Community |
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| Question 14: How close is Pikeville to Chattanooga, Nashville, Knoxville, Atlanta, GA, Falls Creek Falls State Resort Park and surrounding towns? |
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| Answer: Travel Times from Gardner Place to: |
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- Fall Creek Falls State Park: 20 minutes
- Pikeville, TN: 20 minutes
- Dunlap, TN: 30 minutes
- Crossville, TN: 30 minutes
- Chattanooga, TN: 1 hour
- Knoxville, TN: 1-1/2 hours
- Nashville, TN: 2 hours
- Atlanta, GA: 3 hours
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| Question 15: Where can I get a map of the city of Pikeville? |
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| Answer: Please e-mail us and we would be glad to send you one. |
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| Question 16: Is there a group of home builders/contractors in the area? |
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| Answer: For anyone that is planning to build in our fair city or beautiful mountains, we will be glad to provide a list of area contractors that may be contacted for estimates for all areas of construction from septic service to home construction to landscape and dozer work. |
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| Question 17: What type of schools and day cares are in the area? |
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| Answer: Bledsoe County has 3 Elementary Schools, 1 Middle School and 1 High School. For more information on Bledsoe County Schools click here: Bledsoe County Schools |
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| Bledsoe currently has 6 day care centers including non-profit Bledsoe County Day Care and Head Start Center for toddlers to 5 years and is a licensed facility with CDA teachers. |
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| Question 18: What type of Fire stations does Bledsoe County have? |
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| Answer: Bledsoe County is serviced by 6 volunteer fire departments. Gardner Place is serviced by the Brockdell Volunteer Fire Department and is less than 3 miles away. |
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| Question 19: Where is the closest airport to Pikeville? |
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| Answer: The closest air service is located in Crossville, TN at Crossville Memorial Airfield and approximately 30 minutes away. Commercial flights leave daily out of Chattanooga's Lovell Field Airport and direct flights out of Nashville Metro Airport. |
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