October 3, 2024
Planning Commission meeting

Public Comments

8 Comments

Patricia
37912

5-SC-24-C
Patricia (37912), June 24, 2024 at 11:11 AM

In 2014 a developer submitted the use of Monterey Oaks 8.23 acres tract for 18 single-family detached lots, at a density of 2.19 du/ac. FILE #1-SB-14-C MPC stated that one of the (10) conditions for approval was: "Providing a geotechnical study prepared by a registered engineer for the proposed building sites for Lots 6-15, verifying that the subsurface is suitable for building construction. The geotechnical study must be submitted to the Knoxville Department of Engineering for review and approval prior to approval of a building permit for each lot." It was observed that the original developer (Camdun Realty LLC) dug out a large area within the now proposed duplex site as a dumping ground for dozens of large tree stumps, which were then buried. The decomposition of these stumps would make the ground unstable for the future of permanent buildings. It is critical for the safety and integrity of any structures that this area be deemed thoroughly safe. This major concern, as well as the previous runoff problems related to the slope of the acreage, must be given serious investigation before any building is permitted.

June 24, 2024
at 11:11 AM

5-A-24-SU

Carole
37912

5-A-24-SU
Carole (37912), June 4, 2024 at 2:59 PM

i am opposed to the project because of the increased traffic. this single residence was not designed for this amount of traffic going down melstone to merchants rd. there is a community pool half way down on melstone were is is always crowded on spring and summer months

June 4, 2024
at 2:59 PM

5-A-24-SU

Debbie
37912

5-A-24-SU
Debbie (37912), June 4, 2024 at 5:02 PM

Please see attached letter. A petition with 96 signatures of residents that this development would impact is attached in another comment.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240604170201.pdf

June 4, 2024
at 5:02 PM

5-A-24-SU

Debbie
37912

5-A-24-SU
Debbie (37912), June 4, 2024 at 5:40 PM

See pgs 1-7 of 12 page petition. Divided into parts to upload. This file contains 1-56 signatures
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240604174038.pdf

June 4, 2024
at 5:40 PM

5-A-24-SU

Debbie
37912

5-A-24-SU
Debbie (37912), June 4, 2024 at 5:42 PM

See 2nd part of petition, 57-96 signatures
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240604174224.pdf

June 4, 2024
at 5:42 PM

7-A-24-SU

Mary Jo
37912

7-A-24-SU
Mary Jo (37912), August 2, 2024 at 11:36 AM

See attached document regarding my concerns about this proposed development.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240802113604.pdf

August 2, 2024
at 11:36 AM

7-P-24-RZ

Betty Jo
37912

7-P-24-RZ
Betty Jo (37912), July 8, 2024 at 12:26 PM

We agree wholeheartedly with Planning staff on denial of increasing the zoning on this property from single family to multi-family use. The Inskip area has been inundated with multi-family housing over the years. This would also increase the traffic on roads that have not been improved or updated in years. Please uphold staff's recommendation to not change the zoning or the plan amendments for this property.

July 8, 2024
at 12:26 PM

9-E-24-RZ

Brad
37912

9-E-24-RZ
Brad (37912), August 29, 2024 at 12:10 PM

My name is Brad Dye and I live at 6211 Primus Road which is in relation to this proposed re-zoning. Please see my concerns below: 1. How would the traffic flow and infrastructure be routed to/from this proposed re-zoning area if they are planning on a multi-housing/family development? Currently, the infrastructure Northbound on Primus is not suited for a significant increase in traffic! Also, would they or do they intend to connect Northbound Primus to Wilbanks/Callahan Road making it a through road from Callahan to Murray Road? This would change everything with a huge increase in traffic and the flow especially when I-75 North or South is delayed due to accidents or construction! Do they plan an entry/exit from Keck Road also? That would be the more feasible entry/exit to a multi-family development. 2. What level of housing do they plan to put on this property? I am concerned with my property value and the potential for a decrease in value if not developed to help the property value in this area versus a lower income development or HUD! 3. I am very concerned with an increased exposure to my property and the properties surrounding me which my neighbors are concerned also! Potentially, we could be looking at adding additional property security with gates/fencing to maintain our current level of privacy which will be costly! Please respond accordingly! Thank you, Brad Dye

August 29, 2024
at 12:10 PM