February 13, 2025
Planning Commission meeting

Public Comments

52 Comments

Peggy
37914

12-A-24-PD
Peggy (37914), January 22, 2025 at 11:39 AM

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January 22, 2025
at 11:39 AM

Sara
37918

1-I-25-RZ
Sara (37918), January 16, 2025 at 3:19 PM

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January 16, 2025
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Tracy
37189

12-A-24-PD
Tracy (37189), January 8, 2025 at 6:22 PM

Please see attached statement. Thanks.
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January 8, 2025
at 6:22 PM

Residents
37914

1-C-25-SP
Residents (37914), January 7, 2025 at 4:39 PM

15+ signatures of 37914 community members, predominantly Burns Rd. residents who OPPOSE 1-C-25-RZ, SP, PA rezoning and redevelopment of 552 Burns Rd.
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January 7, 2025
at 4:39 PM

Zack
37918

1-I-25-RZ
Zack (37918), January 6, 2025 at 4:56 PM

See attached comment.
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January 6, 2025
at 4:56 PM

James
37918

1-I-25-RZ
James (37918), January 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM

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January 6, 2025
at 12:00 PM

Janice
37914

12-A-24-PD
Janice (37914), December 20, 2024 at 4:16 PM

I thought about telling you how bad the traffic is and lack of respect for the traffic laws are in this area, and the noise from it and what an additional 1500+ cars and trucks along with more construction vehicles would do to the already inadequate roads we have, by the building of 596 apartments and 77 town houses on Delrose Dr. I was in hopes the 15 members would care enough to come and observe the area from James White Parkway to Delrose Dr and down to Holston Hills and Boyds Bridge Pike intersection and talk with the residents here. Come at different times of the day and different days. This way you could make a truly informed decision and not rely on "experts" giving their opinions of surveys that don't tell everything. There is a lot to tell, if you care to ask.
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December 20, 2024
at 4:16 PM

Parker
37902

11-H-24-RZ
Parker (37902), November 18, 2024 at 10:11 AM

Submitted at meeting
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November 18, 2024
at 10:11 AM

Joyce
37919

8-E-23-OA
Joyce (37919), November 14, 2024 at 4:30 PM

Please see the attached statement.
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November 14, 2024
at 4:30 PM

Jessica
37920

8-E-23-OA
Jessica (37920), October 23, 2023 at 5:54 PM

I would like to add this letter to the comments I previously submitted.
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October 23, 2023
at 5:54 PM

R. Bentley
37921

8-E-23-OA
R. Bentley (37921), August 10, 2023 at 12:19 PM

Please see attached...
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August 10, 2023
at 12:19 PM

Drew
37917

8-E-23-OA
Drew (37917), August 9, 2023 at 12:20 PM

Please see attached PDF.
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August 9, 2023
at 12:20 PM

Paul
37918

1-I-25-RZ
Paul (37918), January 2, 2025 at 8:51 AM

Presently when we have heavy rain all the runoff goes across the Cunningham Rd and is supposed to go under my driveway however presently the culvert under the driveway is to small and the water washes out my driveway and the gravel goes into my horse pasture field. Gravel can lame horses and our horses are used for racing. This can cause financial burdens. This new development may cause additional flooding by directing more water runoff onto the existing properties to include even more of my driveway to erode. I think this needs to be looked at prior to any development on this property. I have noticed some of the existing parts of the ditch from Cunningham to my driveway has over time filled up and is not conducive to flowing water. Some parts are about 3 feet deep and others 1 foot deep. I feel the ditch needs to be dug deeper or dredged out. I can't have additional flooding on my property and ask this be looked at prior to approval of this rezoning.

January 2, 2025
at 8:51 AM

A.J.
37914

1-C-25-SP
A.J. (37914), January 6, 2025 at 12:39 PM

My family has lived on this road for many years, and I travel this road nearly daily. This road is narrow and already has too much traffic. Adding buses would be a serious safety issue, especially since the road is already limited for large/heavy vehicles. Rezoning this space for this industry would have a hugely negative impact on the neighborhood as well as creating traffic concerns.

January 6, 2025
at 12:39 PM

Rebecca
37914

1-C-25-SP
Rebecca (37914), January 6, 2025 at 1:10 PM

I have friends who live in this neighborhood. The traffic is already ridiculous in this neighborhood ever since Sunbelt opened there. If the bus line hub relocates here it will only increase the traffic and noise for this neighborhood. There has to be a better location for the bus line hub.

January 6, 2025
at 1:10 PM

Elizabeth
37914

1-C-25-SP
Elizabeth (37914), January 6, 2025 at 2:20 PM

I don’t see how this zone change could do anything but destroy a residential neighborhood on the east side of Knoxville, an area where affordable homes are already scarce. This project should be placed in an area already zoned for light industrial, rather than ruining a neighborhood. And contrary to some of the comments, this rezoning will do nothing to benefit our area. It will benefit only the pockets of the industry that takes the space, all to our detriment. This is already a protected area for a reason, and the streets are narrow, incompatible with constant bus traffic. As a 25-year resident of this area, I urge you to vote ‘no’ to this re-zoning proposal.

January 6, 2025
at 2:20 PM

Mitchell
37914

1-C-25-SP
Mitchell (37914), January 6, 2025 at 6:31 PM

I stand against this development. The residential road is currently narrow, winding and has multiple blind hills. Already dangerous to cross street on foot. Buses would take the safety issues to an extreme level. This is not the right place for this development.

January 6, 2025
at 6:31 PM

1-I-25-RZ
Ben (37918), January 6, 2025 at 9:02 PM

I chose Shady Lane property to build my retirement home specially because of its rural nature and existing homes of high quality on large lots or acreage. We are a tight nit community that watches out for one another. My property is several acres and my home was built specifically for retirement in a defined rural environment. There are not any densely populated subdivisions within a mile of us. Allowing more than two units per acre in our locality will destroy everything that I chose for a community to retire. I believe that Allowing any development with greater than two units per acre will destroy our community and property values.

January 6, 2025
at 9:02 PM

Edgar
37914

1-C-25-SP
Edgar (37914), January 6, 2025 at 9:15 PM

I live on Burns rd and feel that this is a bad idea. The road and the turn where the stop is planned is not suitable for a bus. Also rezoning as industrial will have a negative impact on the residential community.

January 6, 2025
at 9:15 PM

Kevin
37918

8-E-23-OA
Kevin (37918), September 11, 2023 at 1:30 PM

The Board of Directors for the Knox County Planning Alliance supports the staff recommendation to deny this proposed amendment to the zoning code. The proposal to reduce buffer yard depth (changes to 12.8.C) applies to all buffer yards across all zoning districts. As staff points out, reducing the width that much would make it difficult to install the required planting, and would have unintended consequences across all districts in the city.

September 11, 2023
at 1:30 PM

Marie
37924

10-A-24-UR
Marie (37924), September 26, 2024 at 2:03 PM

Homeowner of 21 years has had first hand experience with Mr. Donald Epperly. My neighbor was subject to an illegal deutsch bank foreclosure. Mr. Donald Epperly bought the property for $91K when Nashville attorney's trustee was wanting $133K. The root cause of Mr. Epperly business dealings are unethical. In 2020 a licensed tennessee surveyor from Land Development Solutions was on my audio/video Ring camera saying ... are you sure you want me to do this. The surveyor put 12 feet rebar property pins drilled into my property, 5 feet south and 7 feet west. I had a 1988 survey, and recent survey. The 2nd commercial realtor had them removed. Mr. Donald Epperly knowingly sold a property which could not get clear title. The property has a seller owner financing lien and codes now is set for a $40,000 abatement of a property. I also had to experience illegal activity, homeless, prostitution, drugs next to my home due to lack of cleanup and maint. or concern. I would think twice about approval anything he is involved in. Commercial zoning is a must for this property. I have everything on cloud storage. Hundreds of cars/trucks/utility vehicles when Dr. Donald Epperly owned the property. The current owner is stuck with his mess.

September 26, 2024
at 2:03 PM

Rosalie
37914

1-C-25-RZ
Rosalie (37914), January 7, 2025 at 1:26 PM

I am writing to you in regards to the pending application for zoning a section of Burns Road to Light Industrial. While that parcel of land is close to other industrial, the only entrance to it is right in the middle of a residential neighborhood on a very narrow street. The commercial traffic that would come with this type of zoning would negatively impact the adjacent homes. Furthermore, that section of road is so narrow that it is already challenging to the pass oncoming cars. Having to also pass industrial-sized vehicles would be incredibly difficult, if not down-right dangerous. Having such large vehicles, as well as the additional traffic cutting through the neighborhood, would be burdensome to the residents of Burns Road. Please to not allow this type of development as it will cut them off from the rest of their neighborhood, increase the commercial/industrial traffic on their street, and will certainly negatively impact property values. For these reason, please vote no on this zoning change application.

January 7, 2025
at 1:26 PM

1-C-25-SP
CJ (37914), January 7, 2025 at 4:00 PM

In agreement with MPC staff, community members, and the majority of residents on Burns Rd., I vehemently OPPOSE the rezoning of 552 Burns Rd, for industrial use, and particularly as a depot for a bus line. Burns Rd. is an old neighborhood with narrow roads, characterized by multiple shallow but steep blind hills, multiple 90 degree turns, and constrained by sinkholes, outcroppings and drainage waterways. It was never designed or intended to be used for industrial transport, and already has size/weight/use restrictions along the entire length. The road is too narrow for 2 vehicles any larger than a standard car or truck to pass in multiple places, and already, residents on the street suffer from excess noise and speeding, often from vehicles that violate the restriction. Adding buses or any oversized vehicle traffic to this road presents particular risks, not only for vehicle travelers, but for residents simply trying to check their mail, visit with neighbors or even leave their driveways. There are appropriate locations for this venture elsewhere in the area, but residents of Burns Rd. and surrounding streets have only one home. Our safety and quality of life must be preserved by limiting inappropriate use of our neighborhood street, and denying this application.

January 7, 2025
at 4:00 PM

Patricia
37920

8-E-23-OA
Patricia (37920), September 12, 2023 at 3:16 AM

I disapprove of 70% decrease in a buffer 30% and landscaping. I live in SW-1 which is low density (homes) and we had Hensons 12 units built where 3 homes had been. They stand out like a sore thumb to the existing cottages and bungalows. There are issues with storm water run-off because the development was allowed to be build higher that the original lots. They’re concrete, no landscaping so the businesses across the alley get flooded. The cottage next door has. 5 feet high clay hill so water runs down onto their yard causing water issues with only 5’ side yard (no Variance). Buffers are more for the home next door for privacy with trees and vegetation not a planter. There are 12 garage and recycle bins too. Parking ends up on Dixie and Phillips and the alley way so car can’t get though nor waste trucks. I also disapprove of removing the owner occupied living on site for ADUs which can end up as a short term rental. A duplex would have been more in line with the vision plan and low density and blending with the character on the neighborhood. This is one dev. That should have been denied and should not get a C of O until issues are taken care of for the sorrounding homes. Phase II could have been buil at 1 1/2 story which could have fit better. This is a case of speculator getting the good old boy pat on the back when you read his permit. Henson appears to be oblivious to the SW-1 FBC.

September 12, 2023
at 3:16 AM

Leah
37918

1-I-25-RZ
Leah (37918), January 8, 2025 at 10:04 AM

I live on Shady Lane. There is no way this road can handle the amount of traffic that would be necessary for that amount of homes to be built. This will downgrade the value of our homes and the country club. This area is known for the large lots and nice homes, it is why people live here. Even the main.road, Cunningham couldn't handle the traffic from this influx of people. There is also a stream that flows through the property. This is how our water drains after storms and it would be affected enormously with the addition of that many homes and ground moving projects. This stream and water also is important to the wildlife that call this area home. It is just not practical to add that many homes to an already stressed area. I moved in 6 years ago and the traffic has gotten significantly worse. The whole reason I moved here was to get away from the traffic in west Knoxville that was ruining the area I used to live. It is time to start keeping Knoxville a nice place to live instead of trying to build it up into something that there is not infrastructure or room for.

January 8, 2025
at 10:04 AM

Sandra
37914

8-E-23-OA
Sandra (37914), November 13, 2024 at 3:51 PM

The proposal to reduce landscape buffers threatens one of the most sacred benefits of single-family residential; PRIVACY.

Buffers do more than filter noise, provide ecological benefits, and soften appearance. Buffers provide privacy to the backyard of a homeowner who wishes to relax in their backyard, maybe some grilling, maybe a swimming pool, maybe just hanging out. Who is comfortable with the windows of an adjacent building looking down on them? Or balconies? How do you know if your every move is being watched?

November 13, 2024
at 3:51 PM

Robert
37914

12-A-24-PD
Robert (37914), January 14, 2025 at 12:14 PM

An added issue regarding the proposed Delrose development and the growing traffic problem on Delrose Drive, which this development will present, is the existing new added development now being constructed on Holston Road across Holston River Park. The traffic from this large addition to an existing development will also dump on to Delrose Drive either from Boyd’s Bridge Road or from a very curvy River Side Drive along the Holston River. The access from this development will probably be mostly from the safer direction of Boyd’s Bridge Road on to Delrose Drive. This traffic will then merge into the traffic from the Delrose Development primary entrance making a very large problem for a two lane road. These types of developments now being proposed within residential areas and not more vacant commercial and industrial areas, as we see now being developed, are going to present a major change in these historically single family neighborhoods. Safety within these neighborhoods I believe is being greatly affected and will be an ongoing threat to many Knoxville families.

January 14, 2025
at 12:14 PM

Christina
37914

12-A-24-PD
Christina (37914), January 15, 2025 at 7:21 PM

I live in Holston Hills Neighborhood. This development is going to pour too many people into our cherished historical community. From Delrose there are 2 ways to the interstate, one being through our neighborhood. There is 1 way to the nearest grocery store, through our neighborhood. The traffic we have now is more than enough. Has there been any consideration to creating a different way to access Asheville hwy? Has any research been done to see how this development affects the neighborhoods? As it stands now Delrose is too small and curvy to support the vehicles on it much less the bicyclers, walkers, and occasional stray pet or animal being dodged by people driving too fast or dump trucks that cannot see clearly. I drive this road to and from work downtown several times a week. It is NOT a high traffic road. I have heard that the developers think so many residents are going to be biking, which is funny, but is the city planning to put in a fully enforced bike lane? And if so where? Ditches and houses all around. Are stop signs and red lights going in? How are the parks on Riverside headed downtown going to be impacted? Foot and bike traffic safety is swim at your own risk currently. Thank you for your time with my concerns!

January 15, 2025
at 7:21 PM

Robert
14

12-A-24-PD
Robert (14), January 16, 2025 at 10:01 AM

After further study of this proposed development, I now believe that the traffic issue is not the most critical issue regarding the successful approval of not just a variance, but the entire development. Within this proposal there is an alternative proposal shown which, in my opinion, serves to actually threaten an adverse affect that the neighborhood in which this development is located will experience if the variance they seek is not approved. This alternative proposal is a terrible “Military barracks” looking plan that would do a lot of harm to this neighborhood’s ability to continue as a livable environment and greatly affect the value of their properties. This threat now creates, I believe, a mistrust not only within the affected neighborhood, but also a mistrust of the overall process of any planning in this city. When a process is allowed to threaten the people it serves in order to achieve their goals rather than serving the citizenry, then it’s mission of service to the community becomes questionable.

January 16, 2025
at 10:01 AM

Brighton
37849

2-J-25-RZ
Brighton (37849), January 16, 2025 at 3:58 PM

With this rezoning, I am concerned about the safety and infrastructure around the schools in the area as well as congestion At the intersection of sharp and Emory. This intersection is dangerous as it is, but adding more homes and more congestion can seriously, damaged the area and disturb the residences who are already there. I believe this rezoning would affect the Powell area in a negative way.

January 16, 2025
at 3:58 PM

Veronica
37754

2-J-25-RZ
Veronica (37754), January 17, 2025 at 12:15 PM

I am not for this property having multiple living spaces. I have family that live very close and they already deal with too many very fast drivers throughout the day on Sharp Rd. We have too many people here already. Roads are crowded, schools are full. I am appalled at how fast the Powell community is losing what most of us live here for, peace and quiet. I get so angry every time I pass a rezoning sign in my community.

January 17, 2025
at 12:15 PM

Theresa
37849

2-J-25-RZ
Theresa (37849), January 18, 2025 at 3:42 PM

I am against the proposed rezoning of sharp/granville. Knox county needs to do a significantly better job of PLANNING. Our schools cannot handle further influx of children. Our environment is suffering due to the displacement of wildlife. Our residents are suffering due to the lack of infrastructure improvements to coincide with this growth. We need our representatives to care for their constituents more.

January 18, 2025
at 3:42 PM

Andy
37918

2-SA-25-C
Andy (37918), January 19, 2025 at 4:25 PM

As a resident of phase 2, I have no problem with this proposal if the housing covenants are equivalent to Phase 2. Any structures built need to have side entry garages. I've been a victim of bad drivers who back out of their driveways into oncoming traffic. You also need to consider maintaining a public access corridor so hikers and walkers don't lose access to beverly park.

January 19, 2025
at 4:25 PM

Dale
37918

1-I-25-RZ
Dale (37918), January 24, 2025 at 9:19 AM

Parcel 28.03 should also be included owned by same owner and I assume included in option. Traffic access and hydrology would be main issue with rezoning. Access should be limited to Shady lane only because of sight distance and blind hill on Cunningham looking east. Density should be restricted to 2.5 per acre because of density of adjoining property and water issues would restrict use of the property. Density number would reduce traffic flow on to a narrow hilly road.

January 24, 2025
at 9:19 AM

Dale
37909

8-E-23-OA
Dale (37909), September 13, 2023 at 9:33 PM

As chair of Trees Knoxville, a non-profit with a focus on tree canopy promotion and preservation, we oppose the amendment to this ordinance. The landscape buffer possess both an environmental and aesthetic importance. Decreasing this buffer requirement will lead to further canopy loss of valuable tree canopy and increased canopy fragmentation. These are two critical components for maintaining a healthy wildlife habitat and preventing further degradation of our urban tree canopy.

September 13, 2023
at 9:33 PM

Sandra
37914

8-E-23-OA
Sandra (37914), September 13, 2023 at 10:59 PM

Do not reduce our landscape regulations. Landscape plants, especially trees, are important because they:
screen disaparate development
buffer concrete, asphalt, buildings, vehicles
reduce heat islands
aid wildlife
improve mental health
and make our community more attractive
Fences are not trees. Trees provide shade, beauty, and soften our surroundings. Fences are six feet tall. Trees are at least 20 feet tall (or more). Trees are as tall as buildings. Fences barely screen trucks. Please do not change our landscape regulations. Landscaping has no relationship with midrange housing.

September 13, 2023
at 10:59 PM

Finbarr
37919

8-E-23-OA
Finbarr (37919), July 31, 2023 at 11:24 AM

this recommendation seems reasonable.

July 31, 2023
at 11:24 AM

Thomas
37917

8-E-23-OA
Thomas (37917), September 19, 2023 at 8:05 AM

I support the staff recommendation to deny this proposed amendment to the zoning code. The proposal to reduce buffer yard depth (changes to 12.8.C) applies to all buffer yards across all zoning districts. As staff points out, reducing the width would make it difficult to install the required planting, and would have unintended consequences across the city. Although I understand the need for more housing, I can’t support the amendment. Many other comments have indicated the public benefit of trees and shrubs provided to our community. Trees Knoxville has been conducting a master planning process and the majority of the public has recommended a review of existing ordinances to improve, tighten, and increase the requirements for trees to meet the changing environmental conditions that are causing public harm and issues. Landscaping requirements are a minor cost to the overall development cost and have not been documented to be prohibitive or costly. Studies in Knoxville have shown that the largest need for more trees is on private property and efforts being considered in the master plan will be made to increase canopy cover across the city on all properties. The people who would be living in these new homes would greatly benefit from the added landscaping by reduced heating and cooling as well as other public health benefits. The present requirements should be maintained.

September 19, 2023
at 8:05 AM

Carlene
37918

8-E-23-OA
Carlene (37918), September 21, 2023 at 12:24 PM

Please deny this request. The professional staff recommendation provides convincing reasons why the presently existing, thoughtful standards and processes, are both appropriate and necessary. They are based on experience and the community is well-served by them.

September 21, 2023
at 12:24 PM

Christina
37921

8-E-23-OA
Christina (37921), August 2, 2023 at 8:24 PM

This application again reveals that the code was written with exclusive expectation for heavy development in these districts (not just C-N, but also I-MU, C-G, etc). Why are buffer yards required for low density housing developments in C-N (and others) but not for the same developments in any RN district? Obviously there is a discrepancy here that needs to be corrected.

August 2, 2023
at 8:24 PM

Gordon
37917

8-E-23-OA
Gordon (37917), October 5, 2023 at 10:04 AM

As a member of the City of Knoxville Tree Board, we were not informed of this possible change in the landscape ordinance. We strongly oppose this proposal.

October 5, 2023
at 10:04 AM

8-E-23-OA
Ron (37919), August 3, 2023 at 3:43 PM

What sense does it make to require buffer zones between multifamily housing and traditional housing developments? Just because my quadruplex next door is owned a particular way does that somehow change its effective use as a house? The quadruplex has nothing more than a large house with four doors. Because of the affordability crisis in Knoxville right now people are renting out rooms people are renting out floors of their entire houses, or we've got multi-generational families where parents are living upstairs adult children in the basement This is far more common than people believe.
And yet I'm unaware of any large protest or complaints about these situations.
Let's move beyond the restrictive zoning that has made affordable housing almost unbuildable in Knoxville. I support this zoning amendment.

August 3, 2023
at 3:43 PM

8-E-23-OA
Bob (37919), October 11, 2023 at 10:12 AM

I oppose this amendment. Article 12.2A - As a landscape architect I feel that it is important to include a landscape plan prior to issuing a building permit, not at the certificate of occupancy phase. Including a landscape plan prior to issuing a building permit ensures that the developer is considering the code implications as well as budgeting for an appropriate, compliant design. Landscaping is a vital part of a community infrastructure and often overlooked already. The use as a visual buffer is only part of the benefits, which include noise buffering, stormwater mitigation, heat island effect, providing wildlife habitat and beautification. Article 12.8 - Reducing landscaping buffers by using a fence or wall does not benefit anyone except the developer. As mentioned above, buffer yards ensure landscaping is provided for all of the aspects listed.

October 11, 2023
at 10:12 AM

Mannie
37914

1-C-25-RZ
Mannie (37914), December 10, 2024 at 4:10 PM

Please consider this rezoning, as it will be a great benefit to the community!

December 10, 2024
at 4:10 PM

Andrea
37914

1-C-25-RZ
Andrea (37914), December 10, 2024 at 4:17 PM

I support the rezoning of this property. I think it will be a benefit to the community.

December 10, 2024
at 4:17 PM

Rosie
37917

1-C-25-RZ
Rosie (37917), December 10, 2024 at 4:42 PM

I support this rezoning request. This would help our city and county by providing space to service school buses.

December 10, 2024
at 4:42 PM

George
3

8-E-23-OA
George (3), August 7, 2023 at 12:15 PM

Agenda items (8A23OA,8B23OA,8C23OA,8D23OA,8E23OA)all relate to defining ADU's and relaxing set backs, buffers and the like. These requests can be construed to introduce ADU's to Knoxville. However, may also be construed as method to simply increase building density way tighter than current standards. They also can allow a rental property be added to nearly any lot/location.
I am against each of these agenda items.
And I think the County, the Planning Commission and residents need A LOT more conversations about introducing and controlling ADU's (like the ADU must be occupied by an immediate family member) prior to introduction of this concept.
Following this research, the concept should be trialed in one district to learn impact and control, and NOT just open the floodgates in all districts!

August 7, 2023
at 12:15 PM

Jessica
37920

8-E-23-OA
Jessica (37920), October 17, 2023 at 5:54 PM

As a member of the City of Knoxville Tree Board and its subcommittee looking at the landscaping ordinance, I believe any changes to policy should be informed by the upcoming Urban Forestry Master Plan and the work our subcommittee is doing. This work is all slated to be completed in the upcoming few months, and while the problems Mr. Marlow is attempting to address are real and pressing, the process to make changes needs to be more inclusive and informed.

October 17, 2023
at 5:54 PM

Aaron
37917

8-E-23-OA
Aaron (37917), August 8, 2023 at 10:16 PM

I support this application with regard to the reduction in buffer yard width requirements, but I oppose removal of the landscape plan requirement to obtain a building permit. Landscape design is often overlooked and disrespected, but is as or more important for aesthetics and placemaking than building architecture. The ability to submit a landscape plan after a building permit has been issued will lead to disjointed site designs that do not take advantage of landscaping's ability to provide shade, clean and retain runoff, and contribute to ecosystems.

August 8, 2023
at 10:16 PM

Meredith
37917

1-C-25-RZ
Meredith (37917), December 14, 2024 at 2:12 PM

I support the rezoning of this property. I think it will be a benefit to the community.

December 14, 2024
at 2:12 PM

Janice
37914

12-A-24-PD
Janice (37914), December 20, 2024 at 4:23 PM

I thought about telling you how bad the traffic is and lack of respect for the traffic laws are in this area, and the noise from it and what an additional 1500+ cars and trucks along with more construction vehicles would do to the already inadequate roads we have, by the building of 596 apartments and 77 town houses on Delrose Dr. I was in hopes the 15 members would care enough to come and observe the area from James White Parkway to Delrose Dr and down to Holston Hills and Boyds Bridge Pike intersection and talk with the residents here. Come at different times of the day and different days. This way you could make a truly informed decision and not rely on "experts" giving their opinions of surveys that don't tell everything. There is a lot to tell, if you care to ask. Thank you respectfully,

December 20, 2024
at 4:23 PM

Kevin
37918

8-E-23-OA
Kevin (37918), November 11, 2024 at 7:41 AM

Regarding the buffer yard for non-residential use that abuts a residential district, this applies when let's say:

Condos are built in a C-1 district that abuts an R-1 district. Or an apartment complex is built next to a house. Note that if it's a multi-family dwelling, there's still a requirement to put in a Class A buffer for the multifamily parking lot if it's abutting RN-1/2/3 or EN residential districts (this is still part of 12-2.)

For example: when a 3 or 4 story apartment complex is built next to my single family residence, I'd really like there to be a buffer yard so the upper floor apartments don't look down into my yard. So maybe the suggestion is to make it:

Nonresidential use in a nonresidential district 3 or more stories in height abuts a residential district - Class B buffer required

November 11, 2024
at 7:41 AM