April 9, 2026
Planning Commission meeting
Planning Commission meeting
Public Comments
579 Comments for 1-E-24-RZ and 11-E-24-RZ and
Applicant Correspondence
January 4, 2024
I am writing to address some concerns and misinformation that have recently come to my attention regarding the proposed residential development project planned for S Northshore Drive and Harvey Rd. As the developer overseeing this project, I believe it is crucial to ensure that only accurate and true information is available to all residents.
To be clear, the proposed development for S Northshore Drive and Harvey Road is a single-family residential subdivision. The proposed development project will showcase luxury semi-custom patio homes, on properly sized homesites. These homes will be at an estimated density of three (3) units per acre. For example, please visit our homebuilding company's website at www.cookbroshomes.com.
Additionally, there may be a small section of the project that will feature triplex townhomes at an estimated density of 5 units per acre, but this may or may not be part of the final plan for the community.
I would be more than happy to address any specific questions or provide additional information to anyone interested.
Please feel free to reach out to me directly via email or phone if you have immediate questions or would like to discuss this matter further. My contact information can be found in the case file.
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Elizabeth (37922), December 25, 2023 at 7:20 PM
I just happened to see the small sign notifying neighbors of this possivle change. I'm not sure others know this is a consideration. Traffic on Northshore/Harvey is very congested and a new neighborhood with this number of houses per acre is troublesome. There doesn't seem to be the opportunity to increase lanes on Northshore, so development needs to be tempered unless there is a plan for this.Steven
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Steven (37922), December 26, 2023 at 10:41 AM
I would like to express my comments regarding the planned zoning change for the new development. I think few would disagree that Knoxville has experienced tremendous growth in the last few years which has strained our infrastructure, namely the road, schools and traffic. See attached commentsView Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20231226104143.pdf
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Karen (37922), December 26, 2023 at 5:52 PM
See attachedView Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20231226175208.pdf
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Randolph (37772), December 27, 2023 at 11:11 AM
I strongly appose this rezoning for the development of a high density housing unit. Highway access in the area is highly conjested and unsafe. This development would seriously degrade highway safety, traffic flow, property values, and overall quality of life in the area.Robert
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Robert (37922), December 27, 2023 at 11:17 AM
This proposal will do nothing but add to the traffic woes we already experience on Northshore. The road is particularly narrow with steep drop-offs right in the area of this proposed development. Also the 5 units per acre is akin to putting homes in a sardine can, really? The areas character will be compromised with this high density housing and set a bad precedent. Serguei
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Serguei (37922), December 27, 2023 at 3:29 PM
100% oppose this!1. The roadway infrastructure can not support this increase in dwellings.
2. Farragut schools are overcrowded as it is with no solid plans for near future.
Be proactive and build infrastructure to support increase in population and then revisit rezoning.
Everyone is organizing around Choto/Farragut against this and will use our voting power to make necessary changes.
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Kate (37922), December 27, 2023 at 3:58 PM
I strongly appose this rezoning for the development of a high density housing unit. Highway access in the area is highly conjested and unsafe. This development would seriously degrade highway safety, traffic flow, property values, and overall quality of life in the area.Julie
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Julie (37922), December 27, 2023 at 4:01 PM
Please do not approve this land for 5 units per acre. There are no other developments in this area with that zoning. Our roads, schools and infrastructure cannot handle this amount of additional construction. The value of homes in this area are not equal to what would be built in 5 units per acre. Please do not approve a development that will have such a negative impact on the surrounding property and area. Heather
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Heather (37772), December 27, 2023 at 5:25 PM
I oppose this rezoning for the following reasons.
1) We have been pleading to Knox County for almost a year now that continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs of the area. The continued irresponsible development within the area is quickly becoming a severe safety issue.
2) There are no other 5-unit/acre developments within the immediate area. The highest level of actual completed development within the area is just less than 3.5-units/acre. The majority of developments were actually developed to under 3-units/acre. So 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area.
Please deny the request due to the Northshore safety issue but at a minimum Knox County should limit the effect on our community by greatly reducing the number of units per acre and with a written stipulation that attached housing will NOT be allowed. Paul
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Paul (37772), December 27, 2023 at 8:13 PM
I strongly oppose this rezoning for the following reasons.
1) We have been pleading to Knox County for almost a year now that continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs of the area. The continued irresponsible development within the area is quickly becoming a severe safety issue.
2) There are no other 5-unit/acre developments within the immediate area. The highest level of actual completed development within the area is just less than 3.5-units/acre. The majority of developments were actually developed to under 3-units/acre. So 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area.
Please deny the request due to the Northshore safety issue but at a minimum Knox County should limit the effect on our community by greatly reducing the number of units per acre and with a written stipulation that attached housing will NOT be allowed.
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Pete (37933), December 27, 2023 at 8:41 PM
I am strongly opposed to a high-density residential development at Northshore & Harvey Roads. The traffic impact would make a currently unsafe area very dangerous. William
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William (37922), December 28, 2023 at 6:59 AM
We can not continue development along Northshore without substantial road and infrastructure improvements. Northshore Rd is overcrowded now much less with more building. The developers make their money and leave the tax payers with overcrowded schools and roads and millions in needed expenditures. Try to exit the area at rush hour and you will see the problems.
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John (37922), December 28, 2023 at 9:12 AM
Northshore Road is already to capacity (or more than capacity at times) for the traffic it can handle. Adding the vehicles of 200 additional homes to the traffic already on Northshore will result in traffic jams and a lot more collations. Approval of this zoning request would be very stupid!Mary
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Mary (37922), December 28, 2023 at 9:13 AM
I am totally against the development of a residential area at Harvey Road and Northshore on the 42.44 acre plot currently zoned agricultural. This plot of land is surrounded by small two-lane roads that already handle too much traffic. Knox County officials need to seriously consider the outcome of a residential build-out in this area as the roads simply cannot handle more housing. Instead of allowing developers to build more homes that will increase the number of cars on Northshore and surrounding roads by several hundreds of vehicles, why don't Knox County officials work on developing better, safer roads and slowing down the UNCONTROLLED residential and apartment developments that are rising up like mushrooms all over Knox county?! What once was a beautiful county is turning into a heavily populated, traffic congested MESS. Do something 'constructive' for the existing Knox county residents: stop this 'residential' project at Harvey and Northshore and carefully consider the need for more infrastructure throughout Knox county rather than more housing! Charles
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Charles (37922), December 28, 2023 at 9:19 AM
I strongly oppose any further neighborhood developments, specifically, the one proposed for 1630 Harvey Road. In my opinion, there are ALREADY too may neighborhoods in this Northshore/Harvey area. This overcrowding is exacerbated by the one lane roads all over the areas until you get to Kingston Pike. Since I have lived here since 2014, I've seen probably 10 new neighborhoods spring up, but never any plans to expand the roads. Of course, the walking/bike trails that tax payer money has frivolously spent are rarely used by the bicyclists that have no problem backing up traffic on Northshore/Harvey for miles. Another neighborhood (which ALL use Northshore for a.m./p.m. commutes) will only make work drive times, already irritating long to get through, an impossibility.
Thank you,
Jeff BowersJohn
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John (37922), December 28, 2023 at 1:16 PM
We oppose the 1630 Harvey Road proposal based on density (5 units per acre). We think it should be more in line with other nearby developments averaging 3 to 3.5 units per acre. The primary reason for our opposition is that it will only lead to more traffic on Northshore which is already at capacity during certain times of the day. Thank you!Diana
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Diana (37922), December 28, 2023 at 1:19 PM
My family and I oppose the proposed rezoning of the parcel at Harvey Road and S Noryhshore Dr. in Knox County because the infrastructure does not support the additional development in this area of the county. A high density family development will result in more overcrowded schools in our area and school buses having a hard time to get our kids to school safely due to the horrible traffic in the morning. Both entries to Harvey road are very unsafe due to the curvature of the roads. Therefore, please deny additional development in the area between Choto and Harvey roads till the infrastructure is developed to support the current residents.Tom
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Tom (37922), December 28, 2023 at 2:13 PM
Does the planning commission have an emergency exit plan for this area? If not can the request be placed on hold until an appropriate plan is completely implemented. As many have said the road conditions are very poor and in the event of an evacuation emergency. One may think an evacuation plan would fall under this commission responsibilities. It would be wise, in my opinion, to adopt and implement a plan sufficient and safe for all residents to exit the area before approving any zoning change that would increase the area population. Thank you for your consideration.Nancy
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Nancy (37922), December 28, 2023 at 3:28 PM
I am writing to you today regarding 1-E-24-RZ / 1630 Harvey Rd. I object to this proposed residential development primarily because the developer is recommending up to 5 density units per acre. The majority of homes in this area are 1-3 density units per acre, so any new development should adhere to the norms in this area. In addition, just like the Choto Landing Development, there is a real concern over the tremendous increase in traffic that will be generated with a new, large housing development off Harvey Rd. and Northshore. Everyone knows that the current narrow, curvy roads are not conducive to a large influx of cars, trucks etc. Therefore, safety is an issue as well. Lastly, more houses mean more overcrowding in Knox County Schools. Thank you for the opportunity to voice my opinion.Amanda
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Amanda (37922), December 28, 2023 at 3:32 PM
Our current infrastructure is not designed to support communities of this density. I live in an adjacent neighborhood and already need to leave 40 minutes prior to school start time to feel confident that my children can get to school without being concerned about potential tardiness. Additionally, our roads are not wide enough to support existing traffic. Please reconsider this rezoning.Steve
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Steve (37922), December 28, 2023 at 3:44 PM
I oppose this rezoning for the following reasons. 1) We have been pleading to Knox County for almost a year now that continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs of the area. The continued irresponsible development within the area is quickly becoming a severe safety issue.
2) There are no other 5-unit/acre developments within the immediate area. The highest level of actual completed development within the area is just less than 3.5-units/acre. The majority of developments were actually developed to under 3-units/acre. So 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area.
Please deny the request due to the Northshore safety issue but at a minimum Knox County should limit the effect on our community by greatly reducing the number of units per acre and with a written stipulation that attached housing will NOT be allowed.
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Erin (37922), December 28, 2023 at 4:06 PM
member to be respectful & polite but firm. I oppose this rezoning for the following reasons. 1) We have been pleading to Knox County for almost a year now that continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs of the area. The continued irresponsible development within the area is quickly becoming a severe safety issue.
2) There are no other 5-unit/acre developments within the immediate area. The highest level of actual completed development within the area is just less than 3.5-units/acre. The majority of developments were actually developed to under 3-units/acre. So 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area.
Please deny the request due to the Northshore safety issue but at a minimum Knox County should limit the effect on our community by greatly reducing the number of units per acre and with a written stipulation that attached housing will NOT be allowed."
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Valerie (37922), December 28, 2023 at 4:20 PM
I oppose this rezoning for the following reasons. 1) We have been pleading to Knox County for almost a year now that continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs of the area. The continued irresponsible development within the area is quickly becoming a severe safety issue.
2) There are no other 5-unit/acre developments within the immediate area. The highest level of actual completed development within the area is just less than 3.5-units/acre. The majority of developments were actually developed to under 3-units/acre. So 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area.
Please deny the request due to the Northshore safety issue but at a minimum Knox County should limit the effect on our community by greatly reducing the number of units per acre and with a written stipulation that attached housing will NOT be allowed."
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Brenda (37922), December 28, 2023 at 4:38 PM
I strongly oppose the subdivision planned for Harvey Road and Northshore. The traffic is already so congested that we can’t handle anymore cars. It is a nightmare to pull out of our subdivision already. It is so dangerous and actually surprised there haven’t been some serious accidents. I feel like I’m putting my life at risk almost every time I pull out onto Northshore. The traffic is so heavy that you have to floor it to pull out between cars traveling east and west. Heaven forbid if your car stalled. Please no more cars on Northshore if you can’t do something about our roads first. It’s already dangerous now. Frank
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Frank (37922), December 28, 2023 at 4:38 PM
I oppose this rezoning for the following reasons. 1) The continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs of the area.
2) The current traffic is a safety concern when attempting to enter Northshore from Jefferson Park. Rezoning this are into 5 acre lots will add over 200 houses and substantially increase the already unsafe traffice
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Holly (37922), December 28, 2023 at 4:46 PM
As a resident in this community, I oppose the proposed housing development due to concerns regarding the inadequacy of existing infrastructure, the strain on already overpopulated schools, and the perilous conditions of narrow roads. Introducing the proposed residential development in this area will exacerbate these issues, resulting in compromised safety, overloaded resources, and diminished quality of life for current and future inhabitants. I strongly advocate for responsible urban planning that prioritizes the sustainable growth and well-being of our community while addressing these critical concerns.Joe
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Joe (37922), December 28, 2023 at 5:17 PM
This rezoning for the development of a high density housing woul terriblly affect the road safety, traffic and property values in the area. strongly oppose it!John
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John (37922), December 28, 2023 at 8:27 PM
I Live in Jefferson Park and I take my kids to school everyday. The traffic is very dangerous. Turning left onto NS is so difficult . I don’t see how we could handle this development with our current infrastructure. Teresa
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Teresa (37922), December 29, 2023 at 8:28 AM
I oppose this rezoning because.-traffic is unbearable as it and additional development would cause it to be even worse-utilities such as water pressure are terrible because of the increase in demand. Maintenance for our services have not been able to keep up with the increase needed although they disagree.
-wildlife has already been invading our residences because their homes have been destroyed. They have absolutely no place to live and their bodies are found more frequently on the roads. Domestic pets are constantly being attached, killed and eaten because the wild animals have less places to hunt.
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Rhonda (37922), December 29, 2023 at 10:38 AM
North Shore Drive to this property is a Dangerious section of road to travel now. Construction equipment entering property would back traffic for miles. Speeders in area and tragic now, are already Dangerious throughout this county area, with no active police enforcement. I oppose this rezoning for the following reasons. 1) We have been pleading to Knox County for almost a year now that continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs of the area. The continued irresponsible development within the area is quickly becoming a severe safety issue.
2) There are no other 5-unit/acre developments within the immediate area. The highest level of actual completed development within the area is just less than 3.5-units/acre. The majority of developments were actually developed to under 3-units/acre. So 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area.
Please deny the request due to the Northshore safety issue but at a minimum Knox County should limit the effect on our community by greatly reducing the number of units per acre and with a written stipulation that attached housing will NOT be allowed."
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Donna (37922), December 29, 2023 at 7:52 PM
It is my understanding that a new development is being proposed for the Choto/Harvey Road area. I further understand that the total number of dwelling units will be approximately 212. This is of great concern given the fact that the infrastructure in the area is inadequate to handle the current population. The roads are grossly inadequate and create an unsafe situation as evidenced t by the numerous accidents in the area on an ongoing basis. All school facilities are significantly overcrowded and are already looking at a major influx of students when the apartment complex in the new town center becomes populated. Please do not allow the proposed rezoning and the subsequent housing development.Michael
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Michael (37922), December 31, 2023 at 9:22 AM
This area cannot sustain more high volume residency in the current infrastructure. It is unsafe and profoundly congested with a litany of high volume residencies already being built in the immediate are; the future congestion of which we have yet to deal with or it appears planned to deal with. This rapid expansion of high volume units and rezoning to allow further dense urbanization is irresponsible in the current context. Denia
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Denia (37922), December 31, 2023 at 9:58 AM
I am opposed to this rezoning proposal. As someone who gets impacted on daily basis by the uncontrolled growth that has resulted in an infrastructure that cannot support it, I consider that any middle or high density rezoning, will result in traffic chaos, which can put at risk the safety of current residents and any that will come. Schools are at capacity and no clear plan has been developed by Knox County School District to resolve this issue adds to the problem. Janet
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Janet (37922), December 31, 2023 at 6:28 PM
I just heard about the proposal to rezone land at the corner of Harvey Rd. and Northshore for 5 housing units per acre. I’m sickened about this. The southwest sector plan called for 1 unit per two acres. This has been ignited so many times that traffic is insane. Subdivisions are built with no turn lanes. Northshore Dr. has no shoulders and should be 3-4 lanes now. Adding another 200+ units with no improvements in infrastructure is insane. Caving to greedy developers is in no one’s interest except the developer. Please stop giving in to these rapacious development plans!Dale
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Dale (37922), January 1, 2024 at 8:41 AM
Living on Northshore Drive has become hazardous due to increasing levels of traffic on the narrow country road. Leaving our Bayou Bend subdivision with a constant stream of cars hurtling down a blind hill from the left is downright dangerous. The addition of high density housing to this situation is irresponsible to the extreme. I oppose the rezoning proposal, along with the majority of my neighbors.Gena
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Gena (37922), January 1, 2024 at 1:15 PM
Please reconsider building a subdivision on Harvey Road off Northshore Drive as it is over crowded now and future developments will be a disaster!! Dorothy
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Dorothy (37922), January 1, 2024 at 1:19 PM
I oppose the rezoning of I-E-24RZ As a 41-year resident of Knox County, 29 of those as a property owner in the Choto area, I have watched inevitable growth as one beautiful farm after another has been lost to development. At one time I objected to all of this growth (as I still do in my heart of hearts), but I recognize that others want to live here as I do. My plea to the Planning Commission is for you to match housing growth with infrastructure progress in order to support cars, childrenâs education (we will need more schools as more houses are built), increased water and electricity demands, and to ensure safety.Map No: 169 highlights the already dense housing that feeds into two-lane roads with no shoulders. These rural lanes were dangerous in places 30 years ago. Today with exponentially more cars not only are these roads hazardous to drive personally, they are clogged with commuters at select hours which adds to poor air quality and blocks emergency vehicle access.If, however, this development does get approved for Planned Residential, I request that this proposed development at the corner of Northshore Drive and Harvey Road be held to no more than 2 units per acre, consistent with the character of this area.Annika
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Annika (37922), January 1, 2024 at 1:37 PM
I am OPPOSED to the proposed rezoning. The traffic issues in the area continue to mount and the roads have become very dangerous. Until a plan has been formulated and the work has been performed to deal with the highly traveled and narrow roadways, drainage issues, etc. no new developments should be considered in the Northshore/Choto area, especially higher density developments. Even after infrastructure changes are made, much thought needs to go into any sort of higher density development since this type of housing is not consistent with the current housing in the area. Please DENY THE REQUEST. Thank you for your consideration and for working towards the best interest of the Northshore/Choto community.Karen
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Karen (37922), January 1, 2024 at 1:54 PM
I have lived in the Bluff Point neighborhood since 1996 and have observed the continued development of farmland all around the Northshore/Choto area without any corresponding improvement in infrastructure, especially including water supply and roadways. We enjoy very much living in this area, but just getting to and from our home has become unsafe because of the exponential increase in traffic. Northshore and Harvey roads are two lane country roads without any shoulders, and there is not a day that goes by that I don't have to dodge a vehicle over the center line in my lane. Trailers are especially dangerous, as they are as wide as the narrow lanes, and there is literally nowhere to go to avoid a head-on collision. The water infrastructure is aging and insufficient for current area residents; I do not see how another huge development can be supported. It is my plea to the planning commission that the infrastructure be enhanced to accommodate the existing community before adding any more new developments. We love this area, but it has become quite unsafe to live in it, and adding more burden to roads and utilities will only make it even more dangerous. Please consider the safety and basic utility needs of residents before exacerbating existing problems. Thank you.Dona
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Dona (37922), January 1, 2024 at 2:21 PM
I am opposed to such high density housing being proposed at Harvey Road and Northshore Drive. The infrastructure ,as well as our schools ,is not equipped to deal with the additional traffic and increase in student population. This proposal will also have a negative impact on current property values.Melanie
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Melanie (37922), January 1, 2024 at 5:23 PM
We strongly oppose the proposed rezoning and future development at Northshore and Harvey Road. The current infrastructure and road conditions are simply not feasible for additional traffic and congestion.Kathleen
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Kathleen (37922), January 1, 2024 at 7:30 PM
I oppose this rezoning for the following reasons. 1) We have been pleading to Knox County for almost a year now that continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs of the area. The continued irresponsible development within the area is quickly becoming a severe safety issue. 2) Overcrowding of the Northshore Elementary and Farragut Schools. My children attend both these schools, and both schools are seeing the impact of the consequences due to the overwhelming development in our area. Angela
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Angela (37922), January 1, 2024 at 8:30 PM
I oppose this rezoning because as a community we have been begging Knox County for years to stop the continued overdevelopment within this area which has made Northshore a severe safety issue. It is a two-lane road approaching 20,000 daily trips and the two lanes that do exist do not meet current road width standards. How can Knox County even consider additional traffic until Northshore is upgraded to at least manage its existing traffic flow?? Also, there are no other 5-unit/acre developments within the immediate area. The highest level of actual completed development within the area is just less than 3.5-units/acre. The majority of developments were actually developed to under 3-units/acre. So 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area. In addition, FUD already restricts our water usage during peak hours due to an ability to meet supply. We can't continue out-developing our infrastructure. John
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John (37922), January 2, 2024 at 6:42 AM
Rezoning of this nature will lead to schools becoming more crowded. The Farragut / NES System is already overcrowded. This can affect the quality of education and teacher-student ratios, which is a major cause for concern. School Transportation Issues: If the rezoning results in a shift in school locations, it could also affect the transportation system, particularly school bus routes. Longer bus rides and increased travel time can lead to fatigue for students and may even pose safety concerns. Buses are already severely overcrowded. My kids had to stand on the Farragut high school bus because they were at end of route. This rezoning can make that unacceptably worse. General traffic issues â no plan has been put forth in my opinion that addresses the huge level of traffic increase on S. Northshore drive â no work has been done; lanes have not been widened. Before resorting to rezoning, we respectfully request that you explore alternative solutions to address the issues at hand. This might include building new schools, expanding existing ones, or implementing other strategies to alleviate overcrowding without disrupting established communities. Traffic systems planning should be put forth and implemented before any rezoning of this nature. 5 per acre is unheard of in this area â Infrastructure like traffic and schools cannot support this.Ry
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Ry (37922), January 2, 2024 at 9:22 AM
This development is very concerning. Traffic on Northshore road is already reaching dangerous levels. If there is not a plan to SIGNIFICANTLY improve the flow of traffic (addition of lanes, etc) and/or safety (speed limits, signage, etc). I am not opposed to more people joining our neighborhood but it is the responsibility of the planning commission to ensure it is not only safe but attempts to improve the quality of life for for current residents. For these reasons, I opposed this development. Aaron
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Aaron (37922), January 2, 2024 at 11:32 AM
I oppose the rezoning of I-E-24RZ I want to express my opposition to this rezoning. While I understand the need for new housing in Knox County, development along Northshore Drive in West Knox County has surpassed the capacity of infrastructure to service such growth. I commute daily on Northshore and unfortunately frequently encounter traffic backups, not to mention occasional accidents which shut the road down and render it impassable. The Planning Commission has a duty to responsibly match housing growth with that of infrastructure in order to support traffic, educational, other demands of a growing population. This development will lead to even more cars on the road which will only add to air and noise pollution, increased travel times, and limited access for emergency vehicle access. Again, an accident on Northshore, especially on the bridges, can leave the road completely blocked. If, however, this development does get approved for Planned Residential, I request that this proposed development at the corner of Northshore Drive and Harvey Road be limited to no more than 2 units per acre, consistent with the character of this area.David
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David (37922), January 2, 2024 at 1:20 PM
I am opposed to the potential rezoning of the 42+ acres at Harvey and Northshore that would allow 5 homes per acre. This is not appropriate for the infrastructure available, and it is not appropriate for the rural area.
What is the justification for considering rezoning? Please explain.
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Cheryl (37922), January 2, 2024 at 1:24 PM
I oppose the requested rezoning to increase the density of housing. I have to drive the intersection at Harvey and Northshore every day, as does everyone south and west of us. This is a gauntlet that was never intended to support the amount of traffic being requested. The roads and other infrastructure cannot handle this increase.
Why should this be rezoned? What is the justification?
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Dorota (37922), January 2, 2024 at 6:53 PM
Absolutely NO to this rezoning and NO to another so-called "development". It is time to shift the growth to the surrounding counties. Our quality of life is going down. The Commissioners have the duty to represent our views. 1. Our two-lane country roads without shoulders are dangerous and can't accommodate the increasing traffic.
2. The Cove Park on Northshore is overcrowded on the weekends and holidays (no parking).
3. Emergency evacuation is a problem no one is talking about. To leave the Choto area toward Kingston Pike, we can either take the narrow Northshore Dr. or the narrow Harvey Rd. to the infamous 3-way stop underpass under the train track.
Every Commissioner should visit our area and drive a minivan through that underpass without scratching your vehicle then please let us know how it makes sense to convert more farmland into another Knox-box utopia. Instead, we would welcome more amenities, such as restaurants, doctor's office, or a small grocery shop.
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Adam (37922), January 2, 2024 at 8:17 PM
I do not approve of the development on Harvey Road and Northshore. The are is already extremely overcrowded with people and traffic as it is now. Adding over 200 townhomes to this are along with all the development on McFee Road will make Northshore and the surround roads more of a hazard than they already are currently. Townhomes do not fit in with the surrounding single family home neighborhoods all around it. I ask you to deny the rezoning request to preserve what's left of this beautiful area. Thank youJacob
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Jacob (37922), January 2, 2024 at 9:04 PM
We have great concern about the planned development of this area. Traffic is already terrible and it will put a great strain on this small road that is already under great stress. We plead with the Commission to make the right choice and listen to those who live in this area and are experiencing the effects first hand.Kayla
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Kayla (37922), January 2, 2024 at 9:05 PM
I live right across from where this property is in Falcon Pointe. Just recently, a large development close to our area was going to be built as well, with significantly less homes being added than these plans and it was shut down quickly because of the backlash from the community. We do not approve of more housing in this area - the roads and infrastructure cannot accommodate it! Please do not approve these plans.Colm
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Colm (37922), January 2, 2024 at 9:16 PM
I wish to register my strongest objection to the application to change the zoning of the above property from agricultural to residential. I have been living at the above address for 8 years and have watched the traffic on all roads increase to a level that is not sustainable by the current road infrastructure. Each morning I sit in a traffic jam extending from the roundabout at the junction of S Northshore and 332 to the Davis Family YMCA as I bring my child to school and go to work, each evening the traffic is backed up at the roundabout to get onto S Northshore to make the journey back to the current houses in the Choto area, plus the cars using the road to get to Lenoir City, furthermore when the baseball fields are in use during the summer traffic is a total stop each evening in both directions A recent planning application close to this proposed rezoning did not proceed due to residents' concerns of traffic congestion and this was only for 52 units this application is for 42 acres which would be for massively more housing bringing traffic and quality of life to a standstill in our area. Again, please reject this application as the volume of homes built in the area surrounding this application in recent years has had a detrimental effect on the residents living here.Monica
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Monica (37922), January 3, 2024 at 1:57 AM
The infrastructure does not support any additional housing. Farragut schools are overcrowded. My children actually had classes in a trailer with not heat in the winter. Traffic on Northshore is absurd during morning and evening hours. Tanya
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Tanya (37934), January 3, 2024 at 5:36 AM
STOP this insanity! That area cannot handle any more homes, people or cars. The traffic in that area is terrible. Heaven forbid there is an accident, then traffic is backed up for days. Those roads cannot handle any more cars. That area was never intended to have so many homes and the current roads can't handle it. The building has to stop!Kent
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Kent (37922), January 3, 2024 at 8:32 AM
Please see attached PDF for full commentsI strongly request that this rezoning request for high-density housing should not be approved in the Choto area until/unless the traffic infrastructure can be expanded to support the existing (and increased) traffic volume.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240103083239.pdf
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Ruth (37922), January 3, 2024 at 9:45 AM
I am frustrated, saddened, and 100% opposed, to the continual effort to rezone agriculture and low density zoned land to multi-dwelling units within the South Northshore area corridor, of West Knox County. The proposed rezoning request for the property located at the corner of S. Northshore and Harvey Rd is not realistic for the exsisting infrastructure. Everyday, the safety of anyone traveling this area, including school children, is put at risk of injury, or worse, due to the insufficient infrastructure. Over the past few years, the increase of new housing developments being built with minimal acerage per home, in both Knox and Loudon Counties, has drastically changed the natural beauty and the wildlife habit of this area, forever. West Knoxville has become an epicenter for numerous high density residential projects, please address the existing inadequate infrastructure, our overcrowded educational system, and the stormwater drainage issues of the Northshore Corridor before rezoning and building more HDRP's, in this area. Christine
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Christine (37922), January 3, 2024 at 9:48 AM
I highly oppose zoning for a high density housing neighborhood off Choto. It is becoming dangerous due to the amount of cars on the roads in this area and difficult to even pull out of our neighborhoods. If there are no plans to address the traffic issues first, we cannot keep building and bringing more people into this already crowded area.Darrell
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Darrell (37922), January 3, 2024 at 10:10 AM
I live [REDACTED] in the Bluff point subdivision. My wife and I have lived here since 1991 and have seen most of the land developed on either side of North shore west of Concord Park. I am totally opposed to modifying the zoning to allow higher density, five housing units per acre on the 42 acre property at Harvey Road on North Shore Dr. The traffic levels and congestion from Choteau Road to Harvey Road on North Shore are increasingly problematic. I am happy to share the West End Knox County with others, but not at that high density, which will spoil the environment which drew us here in the first place.Valerie
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Valerie (37922), January 3, 2024 at 10:46 AM
I am opposed to the zoning of 5 houses per acre on the property at Northshore and Harvey Roads. Having lived in the area for 30+ years and watched traffic on Northshore increase and people that totally ignore the stop signs there this is going to be a mess. Please consider the possibility of rested houses to 2 per acre.Brent
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Brent (37922), January 3, 2024 at 10:48 AM
5 units/acre?!?! Traffic is already bad on Northshore at the Concord roundabout. Also Westland and Pellissippi Parkway. All those apartments behind Weigel's at Westland and Pellissippi !!! Multiple developments at the south end of Northshore... Turner homes & the old golf course at Martel Road and Beals Chapel. I realize chances are slim that this development will be stopped. But please at least cut down the units per acre.Linda
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Linda (37922), January 3, 2024 at 10:49 AM
Please do not approve the rezoning request for high density housing in the Choto area. In Bluff Point the density is approximately .5 houses per acre. Many subdivisions have been added since we moved here in 1996 but there have been no upgrades in the roads. Northshore Drive is narrow with no shoulders and during rush hours or ballgames there is a 20 to 40 minute traffic delay. Northshore Drive cannot support a high density neighborhood. Also the water pressure is low in our neighborhood. Additional pumping stations would be needed to support additional homes. Please deny this rezoning request because the existing roads cannot support it.Katie
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Katie (37922), January 3, 2024 at 11:15 AM
Please do not let this happen. Ive lived in this area for over 30 years. Ive lived in Arbor Gate since 2008. Northshore is already a very dangerous road. With no room for error and people crossing the double yellow line daily the last thing we need is more houses back in the Choto/Northshore area. There are already way too many houses/subdivisions out in this area and Northshore has way too much traffic. Its all day every day and its not safe. Daily people are speeding, crossing over into the other lane, distracted by their cell phones and not paying attention. Please let us keep some farm land and not have houses on top of each other. I speak for all of us living in the Choto/Northshore area that the last thing we need is more cars traveling Northshore, Harvey and surrounding roads. We all feel like we are gambling with our life when we travel Northshore. Its not safe.Lucinda
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Lucinda (37922), January 3, 2024 at 11:38 AM
I strongly request that this rezoning request for high-density housing should not be approved in the Choto area until/unless the traffic infrastructure can be expanded to support the existing (and increased) traffic volume.Martha
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Martha (37922), January 3, 2024 at 12:07 PM
I am voicing my opinion regarding the zoning off Northshore and Harvey Road, which deals with experiences and observations, that I have dealt with in my lifetime regarding quality of life. Everyone âearnsâ a better quality of living especially if that is a goal youâve worked hard and a desire you deserve. I like my lifestyle and community and want to see it to continue to flourish, that is how an area increases in value, and a healthy lifestyle when you have quality of life vs unhealthy conditions. This is a pedestrian/family-friendly community, so it needs to be treated as such. Building excess housing is not the solution. Too many developments in a certain location or area create more problems than opportunities. The main reason people do not want this particular development is due to the quality of life for everyone in the neighborhood/community. Adding more houses or multi-dwellings in the area off Northshore and Harvey Road would affect our safe streets, safe neighborhoods, and an overall safe environment. I, as well as, the majority of people strive for a better way of living for their family. Protect the environment and family communities. (Edited)
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Ben (37922), January 3, 2024 at 12:28 PM
I oppose the rezoning (1-E-24-RZ) to support 5 units per acre. While residential development in the area is inevitable, the highest density in the Choto area is 3.5 units/acre, with many older subdivisions in the area at 0.5 units/acre. The proposed 5 units/acre would be inconsistent with the area.Cindy
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Cindy (37772), January 3, 2024 at 12:37 PM
Hello, I live 2 subdivisions down from the proposed development on Northshore Dr. I am extremely opposed to a townhome/condo community. Adding more traffic to Northshore is not in the best interest of the âcountryâ feel of the area. We purchased our home for the rural feel and having more traffic, taxed utilities and overcrowding the schools is not keeping the area desirable.Tim and Nancy
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Tim and Nancy (37772), January 3, 2024 at 12:42 PM
We respectfully request consideration of denying the proposed development on Harvey Road. Please see attachment. We do not want the property behind our house to become yet another subdivision. The last thing anyone in the area wants to see is another Hardin Valley situation where it is completely saturated with housing developments, constant cars and trucks coming and going all hours of the day and night, having to wait and wait just to pull out our subdivision. Having to leave for work half hour or so earlier just to get to work on time because of traffic on an already overcrowded 2 lane road. Not to mention the young drivers who are just learning and driving to high school on Northshore with the buses, trucks, and people who just want to be in front of every other car on the road. View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240103124227.pdf
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Sarah (37922), January 3, 2024 at 12:45 PM
I am very opposed to change the rezoning of the 43 acre tract from Agricultural to Planned Residential for up to 5 units per acre. I have lived in Falcon Pointe Subdivision for the past 15 years. Our neighborhood is zoned PR for 3 units per acre. Silver Oak Subdivision and Bailey Park Subdivision are also zoned PR and have 3 units per acre. Most subdivisions in this area are built with 3 units per acre or less. Shady Grove Subdivision to the east is the exception and has 3.5 units per acre. Shady Grove Subdivision is densely populated for the size of the subdivision. We do not have the infrastructure in this area to support 215 new families from this tract if it is developed as PR with 5 units per acre. The roads are already dangerous and very busy with the existing traffic. I think Northshore Drive is one of the most dangerous roads in Knox County. There are no plans that I know of to increase the size of these country roads like Harvey Road, Northshore Drive, and Bruce Smith Road. In addition, the Farragut Schools are already over-crowed with their current students. If the property is rezoned, I ask that the zoning be limited to PR for 2 or 3 units per acre which will blend in with the current type of neighborhoods in our Choto/far West Knox County area. Thank you for listening to my concerns. Judith
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Judith (37922), January 3, 2024 at 12:51 PM
I oppose this rezoning for the following reasons. 1) We have been pleading to Knox County for almost a year now that continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs of the area. The continued irresponsible development within the area is quickly becoming a severe safety issue.
2) The other route out of the area is down Harvey. That is a curvy road which ends at the narrow railroad underpass. This route quickly becomes congested with long backups on both sides of the underpass.
3) There are no other 5-unit/acre developments within the immediate area. The highest level of actual completed development within the area is just less than 3.5-units/acre. The majority of developments were actually developed to under 3-units/acre. So 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area.
Please deny the request due to the Northshore safety issue but at a minimum Knox County should limit the effect on our community by greatly reducing the number of units per acre and with a written stipulation that attached housing will NOT be allowed.
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Greg (37922), January 3, 2024 at 12:51 PM
The growth in our area is getting a little out of hand. With the massive amount of LDR being built off of Watt Rd and Boyd Station Rd, this is just another money grab for the developer. I have no issue with developing the area but the developer should be responsible and build single family homes that are similar to the homes in the area. Stop trying to cram as many people as possible into small housing. Provide nice homes for the new residents. If the developer lived in this area, I'm sure they'd be thinking differently. In the end, it's all about the money. It always is. Just ask Pfizer and Fauci. [REDACTED]Lara
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Lara (37922), January 3, 2024 at 1:16 PM
I am writing you once again about a proposed development along S. Northshore. We just had this conversation. And now I live directly across the street from the proposed development. Changing existing zoning opens our area up to apartments, townhomes and duplexes. None of which are a current part of our community. And the density of population those bring will be a further strain on traffic along Northshore and the School Bus situation. The highest level of actual completed development within the area is just less than 3.5-units/acre. The majority of developments were actually developed to under 3-units/acre. So 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area. Please deny the request due to the Northshore safety issue but at a minimum Knox County should limit the effect on our community by greatly reducing the number of units per acre and with a written stipulation that attached housing will NOT be allowed.  The school bus for our area is already over crowded. Everyday the bus has three children per seat and children sitting in the floor. Just this fall the bus driver for NSE had to leave children after school due to over crowding.Robert
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Robert (37922), January 3, 2024 at 1:17 PM
I respectfully oppose the rezoning under consideration in MPC Case 1-E-24-RZ. I have lived in the near-by Bluff Point subdivision for 31 years and have witnessed the rapid growth and development of the area during this time. The supporting infrastructure has not kept pace with this rapid development. This has resulted in rush hour traffic congestion and transportation safety issues on South Northshore Road and the other narrow two-lane access roads serving the area. The proposed rezoning to allow 5 units per acre will only increase the problematic traffic conditions that currently exist on the access roads. The proposed rezoning is inconsistent with and in excess of the 0.5 to 3.5 units per acre density of other subdivisions in the area. I specifically request the proposed rezoning to 5 units per acre not be approved until the existing traffic infrastructure is upgraded to support the planned area growth. Annette
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Annette (37922), January 3, 2024 at 1:23 PM
Living 1 mile from the Northshore/Harvey Rd intersection for more than 30 years, I have experienced the changes that have been made in this area. First, note that the MPC signage disappeared from this property at some point in time; it has not been there for days. Secondly, while the 2016 SW County Sector Plan shows this acreage to be a Planned Growth Area at Low Density Residential (Kim
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Kim (37394), January 3, 2024 at 2:04 PM
This area does not have the infrastructure to withstand more homes, let alone at the rate of 5 per acre. Our schools,,roads, emergency response times and overall congestion levels are decreasing the quality of life. Please do not increase housing density in this area. Richard
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Richard (37922), January 3, 2024 at 3:23 PM
I oppose zone request 1-E-24-RZ for the reasons below1. 1-E-24-RZ request 5 units per acre. Housing density of five units per acre no way fits the character of the sub divisions in this area and would be a first. Many homes in this area are 1 acre plus. Two units per acre would be the optimal, though I recognize and accept there are already developments with 3 units per acre.
2. Current road infrastructure is poor and already stressed with the existing sub divisions. S Northshore is the only main access to this part of the county and is very congested during peak times of the day. Regularly police are required for traffic control at The Cove Park for both people walking to the park, crossing S Northshore, and vehicle access to the park. S Northshore is already unsafe being narrow at points with no road shoulders. Some people in the area are trying to use the 1 lane railroad underpass at Boyd Station Rd and Harvey Rd as a 2 lane underpass, which is risky with no way a fire engine or other emergency vehicles being able to fit through the underpass. This leaves only S Northshore Rd as the access route to this part of the county.
3. Entertain the idea of a moratorium on further development in the area until a long term infrastructure plan for the area can be developed that will meet the needs and desires of both developers and property owners
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Holly (37922), January 3, 2024 at 3:25 PM
Rezoning property in this area this densely would be extremely irresponsible until the infrastructure can handle more residents. In addition, this is still a largely rural area of the county. 5 units per acre does NOT fit with the surrounding farmland and single family homes.Sandra
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Sandra (37922), January 3, 2024 at 3:39 PM
We were not aware of this rezoning project!! Apparently there were signs out that were so small that none of my family or neighbors knew of the proposal. Northshore has a huge, incredible amount of traffic. Northshore is very narrow and Ive almost lost my entire front end trying to exit the neighborhood. Thereâs always an accident on Northshore. Iâm lucky to drive a smaller vehicle as the roads are full of very large vehicles. The possibility of a large new development with 215 units each with 3-6 people is such a huge concern for them and other neighborhoods. Our neighborhood has become the new roundabout!! We have way to many people entering Falcon Pointe just to use to turnaround. The safety for that and school buses for our over 100 children is a challenge. Schools leave neighborhood children at school as the bus system is so overcrowded. The kids seat 3 to a seat AND on the floor. I could go on about the horrible situation our schools are in due to improper growth in the area. 215 Townhomes per acre is baffling and crazy. Not only that the police, fire and ambulance services are so stretched. We say NO to 1-Eâ24-RZWendy
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Wendy (37923), January 3, 2024 at 4:10 PM
I have lived in the Choto/Northshore area for 15 years and itâs unfortunate to see all of the neighborhoods being thrown up when nothing has been done to improve the road situation. Northshore Dr. is already so congested thereâs no way the road can tolerate another 215 homes letâs just say there are two cars per townhouse thatâs 530 more cars on the road every day. Please make plans to either widen Northshore or stop rezoning this area for residential use!!Patricia
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Patricia (37772), January 3, 2024 at 6:33 PM
Continued development should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle current and future traffic needs. Continued irresponsible development within the area is quickly becoming a safety issue. Please deny the request due to Northshore safety. At a minimum, Knox County should limit the effect on our community by greatly reducing the number of units per acre.James
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James (37922), January 3, 2024 at 6:44 PM
I live on along Northshore in the Riversound community. It’s almost impossible to pull out now during a weekday for my neighborhood to go toward Westland and I can’t imagine having this many more units on Northshore before Northshore itself is widened. I am firmly against these new unitsJohn
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John (37922), January 4, 2024 at 12:27 AM
I oppose this rezoning for the following reasons. 1) We have been pleading to Knox County for almost a year now that continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs of the area. The continued irresponsible development within the area is quickly becoming a severe safety issue.
2) There are no other 5-unit/acre developments within the immediate area. The highest level of actual completed development within the area is just less than 3.5-units/acre. The majority of developments were actually developed to under 3-units/acre. So 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area.
Please deny the request due to the Northshore safety issue but at a minimum Knox County should limit the effect on our community by greatly reducing the number of units per acre and with a written stipulation that attached housing will NOT be allowed.
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David (37772), January 4, 2024 at 9:14 AM
I live very close to this property and have a good understanding of the traffic. I cannot understand how further residential development can be approved here until road improvements are made. Access to this property from Knoxville will be either down Northshore or coming in from Mcfee. Most of the traffic will be down Northshore and this road is narrow with very dangerous road shoulder drop-offs on either side of the road. Especially in the area where children play baseball and softball at the Farragut baseball/softball fields and pedestrians at the Cove at Concord Park. The planning around this area in my opinion is lacking. Who knows what unspeakable tragedy could happen if a vehicle looses control while the ball games are being played. The shoulders need to be taken care of. Further, if an oncoming car veers into your lane along much of this section of Northshore, there is nowhere to go. We need shoulders on the road! The other problem is the railroad underpass people will use that come off of Mcfee. How can that handle more traffic? Thank you.Rhonda
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Rhonda (37922), January 4, 2024 at 9:25 AM
No NO NO TO THE TOWNHOME PROJECT ON Northshore! Dr for so many reasons! Students are already in trailers due to overcrowding, we definitely don’t need that many more vehicles on the 2 lane road. Traffic is backed up now as far as you can see at rush hour. Nothing about this project makes sense! PLEASE vote this down!Roger
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Roger (37922), January 4, 2024 at 9:37 AM
I oppose this rezoning for the following reasons. 1) We have been pleading to Knox County for almost a year now that continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs of the area. The continued irresponsible development within the area is quickly becoming a severe safety issue.
2) There are no other 5-unit/acre developments within the immediate area. The highest level of actual completed development within the area is just less than 3.5-units/acre. The majority of developments were actually developed to under 3-units/acre. So 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area.
Please deny the request due to the Northshore safety issue but at a minimum Knox County should limit the effect on our community by greatly reducing the number of units per acre.
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Vicki (37922), January 4, 2024 at 9:44 AM
I strongly oppose this rezoning for the following reasons. 1) We have been pleading to Knox County for almost a year now that continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs of the area. The continued irresponsible development within the area is quickly becoming a severe safety issue.
2) There are no other 5-unit/acre developments within the immediate area. The highest level of actual completed development within the area is just less than 3.5-units/acre. The majority of developments were actually developed to under 3-units/acre. So 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area.
Please deny the request due to the Northshore safety issue but at a minimum Knox County should limit the effect on our community by greatly reducing the number of units per acre.
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Shawn (37922), January 4, 2024 at 9:53 AM
Hello, please reject this proposal. 1 - we need to retain more green space and not become a concrete jungle. 2 - the infrastructure can't handle the amount of homes already there. 3 - the schools can't handle the amount of kids already in the area. 4 - we need to retain farmland locally and not be forced to rely on distant farms, especially those owned by foreign countries who can jack up prices on us.sally
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sally (37922), January 4, 2024 at 10:08 AM
When will Knoxville stop cutting down precious trees to build? When is enough enough? â¦Until there is an absolute obliteration to what we call nature. The traffic is a mess. Northshore cannot handle the traffic now. This used to be a beautiful area to live in and now all you can see in every direction are apt bldgs and roofs of houses. A shame indeed for what more money, tax income, power what? Ashamed to call this my hometown anymore!Mary
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Mary (37922), January 4, 2024 at 10:21 AM
Please do not approve this development. The infrastructure, roads, and schools do not support these additional homes and residents. There are safety issues on Northshore that urgently need to be addressed to make travel safe on Northshore. There are traffic flow issues now. The school buses barely travel safely on Northshore due to narrow lanes and lack of shoulder. This is another ill advised development that Farragut can not support adequately.Laurie
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Laurie (37922), January 4, 2024 at 10:49 AM
I oppose this rezoning for the following reasons. 1) We have been pleading to Knox County for almost a year now that continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs of the area. The continued irresponsible development within the area is quickly becoming a severe safety issue.
2) There are no other 5-unit/acre developments within the immediate area. The highest level of actual completed development within the area is just less than 3.5-units/acre. The majority of developments were actually developed to under 3-units/acre. So 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area.
Please deny the request due to the Northshore safety issue but at a minimum Knox County should limit the effect on our community by greatly reducing the number of units per acre and with a written stipulation that attached housing will NOT be allowed.
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Lainey (37922), January 4, 2024 at 12:03 PM
In disagreement with rezoning. Northshore is already overcrowded and difficult to navigate the commute as is with the amount of residential occupants. Additionally, townhomes are not cohesive with the community of single family homes in this area. Furthermore, will become a dangerous intersection with already narrow and winding roadways. Judy
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Judy (37922), January 4, 2024 at 12:37 PM
Re: South Northshore Rd. I write to beg you to seriously consider stopping any further construction along the South Northshore Rd. area. This road is one very long bottleneck. There is nowhere to go when road striping is done, trees are cut, rare fenderbenders occur, or as recently happened, a tree falls across the road, causing a 25-minute detour. There are no shoulders to pull off onto, nowhere to go. What would happen in a medical emergency? There is no inexpensive way to resolve this with the river on one side (or both) of the road, and hills that need blasting on the other. To allow further home building in this area is, well, blindness of the planning board. It should have been restricted five years ago. If we had known how busy S. Northshore was, we would not have bought here. Our house lot backs up to Harvey Road and we see a constant flow of cars and trucks and every variety of constuction vehicle heading south and west to the river. Please do not permit further building and absolutely do NOT approve any zoning changes that would allow multi-family housing, resulting in further road congestion and less safe travel along Northshore.Blake
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Blake (37772), January 4, 2024 at 1:47 PM
Approving this would be a total failure on behalf of the commission. This would open the flood gates for building high density units in our neighborhoods that are already over built. Northshore and the surrounding roads cannot handle the traffic as is. Local schools are already overflowing. Parks and recreation areas are full and cannot handle the influx. Please do not approve this and ruin our community.Norbert
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Norbert (37922), January 4, 2024 at 1:55 PM
I oppose this rezoning for the following reasons:1) Traffic on Northshore, especially at peak commuter times, is already extremely heavy and there have already been numerous accidents related to the volume of traffic. From a public safety standpoint, continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to better handle current and future traffic needs of the area.
2) There are no other developments within the immediate area that have this proposed density of housing. The highest level of completed development within the area is currently less than 3.5-units/acre, most under 3-units/acre, so a density of 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area.
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Paul (37772), January 4, 2024 at 2:04 PM
I vehemently oppose this development. Our infrastructure is already maxed out. Roads and schools are not built to accommodate more traffic and and students this development will bring. Go build it where you live!Lauren
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Lauren (37922), January 4, 2024 at 2:07 PM
I oppose the rezoning of I-E-24RZ. After being out of town for the holiday, I just found out about this rezoning request from a neighbor - there are NO SIGNS posted anywhere near the proposed property site. That needs to be remedied immediately so that other members of our community can be aware of this proposal. I understand there is a need for new housing in Knox County but development along S Northshore Drive has far surpassed the capacity of current infrastructure. As a mother to an elementary child, I take the 8.5 mile trek down Northshore (to get to our zoned school - Northshore Elementary) daily & even leaving at 7am (for a 7:45am school start time) frequently encounter traffic backups, commuters taking dangerous turns out of Montgomery Cove/Jefferson Park to pull into traffic & accidents that shut this 2 lane road down making it impassable. The Planning Commission has a responsibility to ensure housing growth & infrastructure are working hand in hand. The proposed development is just too crowded and will mean more traffic, increased frustration/road rage with current commuters, even more unsafe conditions for walkers/kids exiting buses as there are NO SIDEWALKS, longer travel times, more overcrowding on the afternoon school buses, and limited access for emergency vehicles. Melissa
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Melissa (37922), January 4, 2024 at 2:19 PM
I am against the rezoning of said proposal of 5 units/acre. We bought in the area for the more spacious development and rural feel. Northshore does not have the capacity for high density development. There is limited access to the neighborhoods and already when there is a catastrophe such as the fire a few weeks ago, egress and ingress is an issue. Thus, we are adamantly against the rezoning to increase density for safety and quality of life purposes.Donna
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Donna (37934), January 4, 2024 at 2:53 PM
Please do not allow such a drastic change (agricultural to low-density housing) in this area. It is suited for larger lots only due to the already congested traffic backups driving west on Northshore Drive, as well as the overcrowded school conditions. Thank you for your consideration of the opinion of your public constituents.Darrell
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Darrell (37922), January 4, 2024 at 3:38 PM
I live at 2009 Duck Cove Dr. in the Bluff point subdivision. My wife and I have lived here since 1991 and have seen most of the land developed on either side of North shore west of Concord Park. I am totally opposed to modifying the zoning to allow higher density, five housing units per acre on the 42 acre property at Harvey Road on North Shore Dr. The traffic levels and congestion from Choteau Road to Harvey Road on North Shore are increasingly problematic. I am happy to share the West End Knox County with others, but not at that high density, which will spoil the environment which drew us here in the first place. Steve
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Steve (37922), January 4, 2024 at 5:09 PM
My wife and I are not a fans of this development or any other development off of Northshore. The infrastructure simple is not there to support any more housing developments. Please reject the plan.Kelly
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Kelly (37922), January 4, 2024 at 7:20 PM
You need to consider infrastructure way before approving this. The roads are congested, schools are overcrowded, and houses are already stacked on each other. There are only 2 inlets for this area and that’s Boyd’s station and Northshore. Unless you drive to Lenior city. Rush hours are already severally backed up and heaven help if there’s a wreak, it’s chaos! I would love to see some land unused. It adds value to the existing properties. Please don’t ruin it with more Knoxville boxes! Applicant
Applicant Correspondence
January 4, 2024 at 7:31 PM
I am writing to address some concerns and misinformation that have recently come to my attention regarding the proposed residential development project planned for S Northshore Drive and Harvey Rd. As the developer overseeing this project, I believe it is crucial to ensure that only accurate and true information is available to all residents.January 4, 2024 at 7:31 PM
To be clear, the proposed development for S Northshore Drive and Harvey Road is a single-family residential subdivision. The proposed development project will showcase luxury semi-custom patio homes, on properly sized homesites. These homes will be at an estimated density of three (3) units per acre. For example, please visit our homebuilding company's website at www.cookbroshomes.com.
Additionally, there may be a small section of the project that will feature triplex townhomes at an estimated density of 5 units per acre, but this may or may not be part of the final plan for the community.
I would be more than happy to address any specific questions or provide additional information to anyone interested.
Please feel free to reach out to me directly via email or phone if you have immediate questions or would like to discuss this matter further. My contact information can be found in the case file.
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Stefanie (37922), January 4, 2024 at 7:40 PM
I oppose the building of this neighborhood on Northshore Road. Northshore Road is a two lane road that is at capacity with traffic. It is also extremely dangerous as someone crosses lanes almost causing a head on collision with our family on almost daily basis. There are often accidents weekly. Due to the dangerous conditions we do not allow our 17 year old son to drive on Northshore unless absolutely necessary. We have two sons attending Farragut High School. The school is so crowed and at capacity. For example, our oldest son, a senior, has not had a locker all four years because there are not enough lockers for the number of students. Our boys carry extremely heavy backpacks with Chrome books, all supplies plus their lunch boxes and another bag for sports. With the apartments going in across the street how many more students is Farragut schools expected to accommodate? Traffic is already terrible twice a day at the schools for teenage drivers, parents, buses and people trying to get to work. Farragut is a wonderful town but it does not have the infrastructure for the amount of people moving into our town. It is a desirable place to live for now but we all know that will change if better planning and not just listening but respecting the desires of it’s citizens. The complex across from the high school is a prime example of the will of the majority of residents not being respected. Christopher
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Christopher (37922), January 4, 2024 at 8:25 PM
Is it really necessary to put high density housing (aka apartments and townhomes) on every last square inch of land that becomes available on Northshore? Have you ever driven on Northshore during rush hour? A commute to work that once took me barely over 25 minutes now takes up to an hour. Just the thought of adding MORE traffic is absolutely unbelievable. And where are these people going to send their kids to school? Any answers for that? Complete unbelievable. Gary
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Gary (37922), January 4, 2024 at 9:19 PM
I am appalled that my "Planning Commission" ignores the need to upgrade Northshore Rd BEFORE they add more traffic. That is not the type of planning I expect. We must have safer roads BEFORE we get more traffic.Kevin
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Kevin (37922), January 5, 2024 at 6:28 AM
We simply should not be considering more development in areas that will force more vehicle traffic onto Northshore Drive in District 5. Northshore has become a nightmare to drive already due to the high traffic count and attractions such as Concord Park and the baseball fields having to be accessed from Northshore which causes considerable stop and go traffic unsafe conditions when pulling into or out of these facilities. Northshore needs to have at least three lanes to be made safe given existing circumstances. You must improve infrastructure before allowing for more development. You have created an unsafe road due to all the development already in existence.Scott
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Scott (37922), January 5, 2024 at 6:55 AM
No more multi family developments in an already crowded area with 2 lane roads in all directions. Northshore Drive has become an overcrowded high speed disaster and further increasing traffic flow regardless of the dwelling type should be avoided. Cecilia
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Cecilia (37922), January 5, 2024 at 7:23 AM
Attached is my letter opposing the rezoning request for high density housing at 1630 Harvey Road.View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240105072300.pdf
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Christine (N ), January 5, 2024 at 8:47 AM
I strongly oppose the rezoning of 1630 Harvey Rd in Lenoir city/ 1-E-24-RZ. Changing density from 3 to 5 homes per acre would provide excess traffic and dangerous conditions on the already stressed Northshore rd. Without new infastructure, such as new schools first, would be detrimental to our overcrowded schools.Carolyn
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Carolyn (37922), January 5, 2024 at 9:18 AM
Please please no more building off s Northshore sourhwest corner of Knox county! Northshore dr is a death trap. I’ve almost been killed more than once by people crossing the center lane and run off the road! Fix the roads first before anymore development please! If you are pushed off the side there are many sections with deep ditches. No choice but totally wrecking your vehicle and serious injury or death or a head on collision! Is it going to take one of your family members being killed before you take notice of the critical situation! No no to development replacing the cow farm! Infrastructure can’t take anymore! It’s absolutely insane to even think anyone would propose this other than pure greed and no respect for human life. Shame on these developers! Alisha
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Alisha (37922), January 5, 2024 at 9:52 AM
This is not safe area for more traffic. The road is small and busy enough.William
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William (37922), January 5, 2024 at 10:00 AM
I've lived in this area all my life. The road infrastructure on North shore cannot support another large dwelling in the area. We have kids many of those that will soon be driving, and I feel it raises another added risk to traffic. I'm no tax expert but I'm assuming the cost for expanding the infrastructure will likely hit our pockets as well. I would like to see the approved plans and how it would likely impact the flow of traffic, schools, and other public resources. I could not give my vote for the development at this time. William Roddy
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William Roddy (37922), January 5, 2024 at 10:01 AM
Please reconsider this rezoning. Our community is already overloaded. I live on Harvey Road and travel Northshore and this area daily, multiple times a day. Traffic has progressed badly in the past 3 years and continues to worsen. Major traffic delays arise daily between fallen trees, accidents, etc. Please take the school system overpopulation into consideration as well. This will tarnish our community vs helping. I would much rather see a neighborhood go up vs condos or townhomes. Brian
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Brian (37772), January 5, 2024 at 10:06 AM
The rezoning request for 1630 Harvey Rd would allow much needed affordable housing to be built. However, the impacts to roads, traffic, and emergency access must be addressed as well as making sure the development blends in with the surrounding neighborhoods. In my opinion, a maximum of 3 single family units per acre would be a better fit than the proposed 5 units per acre. Many of the comments I have read are opposed to any development or rezoning at all, but I don't feel that those expectations are realistic.Carie
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Carie (37922), January 5, 2024 at 10:48 AM
I live in Falcon Pointe which is right off of S. Northshore. I have lived there for over 14 years and in this time the traffic has increased dramatically. Northshore is a 2 lane road with no shoulders in this area. Adding more cars before something is done to widen this road is the worst planning possible. Please come look at this area and see for yourself!Kristin
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Kristin (37922), January 5, 2024 at 10:51 AM
Here we go again. Recent attempts to establish high density developments along the cramped Northshore corridor have been met with frustration and opposition — and this one should be no different. High density developments are out of character for the area and current infrastructure is woefully unable to provide the needed support. Please vote “NO” to any proposed rezoning in this area which has far outgrown what the roadways can handle. Thank you!Jocelyn
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Jocelyn (37922), January 5, 2024 at 11:33 AM
The traffic along Northshore is already congested and dangerous. Adding more development to an already congested area should not happen without widening roads, adding traffic lights, roundabouts to ensure the safety of the residents already living here. I’m am against the rezoning of this land. Gamze
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Gamze (37922), January 5, 2024 at 12:03 PM
South Northshore has become a very dangerous road with nonstop traffic. The lanes are not even enough to cover two car space. Yet another low income condo style housing for hundreds of families is about to be built! Northshore or Harvey cannot handle more population increase. Farragut infrastructure is not sufficient to add more housing other than single family home structure. Farragut schools are about to collapse. These problems need to be fixed before you approve this rezoning. Kenneth
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Kenneth (37922), January 5, 2024 at 12:26 PM
100 % oppose. Traffic on Northshore needs to be resolved first. Northshore is the primary road to go anywhere from my neighborhood. Traffic has dramatically increased in just the past few years. As a two lane road with no shoulders, every accident or lane closure (either by storm, tree trimming, or utility work) causes miles of backups. The increase in traffic occurs all hours of the day, not just rush hour. This rezoning will only make things worse on all current residents in neighborhoods relying on Northshore Dr for exit/entry into their homes. Natalie
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Natalie (37922), January 5, 2024 at 12:26 PM
I strongly request that this rezoning request for high-density housing should not be approved in the Choto area until/unless the traffic infrastructure can be expanded to support the existing (and increased) traffic volume.Nicole
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Nicole (37922), January 5, 2024 at 12:30 PM
We live in Hanley Hall off Harvey Rd. This development, like ANY other development where hundreds of homes are being proposed, will devastate local traffic patterns and access to local safety and utility services if approved. We strongly oppose this and believe this area should remain untouched.Vern
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Vern (orn L), January 5, 2024 at 12:36 PM
Please be aware of our concern over another attempt to add a high density project to our primary single family home communities via a zoning change. The area does not support additional traffic on these 2 lane roads. I strongly request this proposed project does not get approved.Donna
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Donna (37922), January 5, 2024 at 12:42 PM
To be considered before allowing a change such as this to our area: Infrastructure: 2 lane road cannot presently accomodate the traffic, Utilities have not buried their cables. Danger to the general taxpayers In the fifteen years I have lived here, there still remains no shoulders and the public is at risk should a vehicle veer off the road. Example: Boyd Station and Choto curb, unbelievable drop off. Why are the utilities allowed to cut tree branches during peak traffic hours? Why cannot we sync our traffic light system to move traffic in a smart way? Consider the dangerous situations occurring every day on Northshore. Example: Tree falling across the road with electrical lines downed nearly hitting a car passing. You are trying to take 1950s living into the current day in a most ignorant and dangerous method. I always look to our officials and major private entities to preserve and protect the paying public. Very disappointing in retirement to see how little is being done right here in Knox County. Do not change this zoning. look to improve the infrastructure for the safety and enjoyment of all not to the few who will make huge profits and leave the majority vulnerable to their indifference and profits seeking ways.Michael
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Michael (37922), January 5, 2024 at 12:56 PM
Please do not allow more home construction in the south Northshore area until Northshore Road is widened. The traffic volume continues to increase to the point that the infrastructure can't support it. Jessica
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Jessica (37922), January 5, 2024 at 1:04 PM
I would like to voice my opinion about the amount of homes proposed to be built. North shore drive is too narrow and dangerous in general to add more traffic. If the road was able to be widened to allow a turning lane and a roundabout at the intersection at Harvey and Northshore maybe the areas could handle the amount of homes proposed and more traffic that they would bring. But if the road is not wider, this refining should not be allowed. Ashley
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Ashley (37922), January 5, 2024 at 1:09 PM
Just hearing about this proposed high density neighborhood planning to be built off Northshore. First of all, we don’t have the infrastructure to support this many more people in this area. Driving to work every morning is already an issue. I work for Children’s Hospital and there are times when they need me STAT - and I get stuck behind a lot of traffic and cannot get to the hospital fast enough. There are no alternate routes for us to take so clogging our area up with many more people is not a good idea, expand the infrastructure first including new schools because those are already over crowded. This needs to be done the right way. Jack
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Jack (37922), January 5, 2024 at 1:15 PM
I oppose the rezoning plan 1-E-24-RZ for the following reasons:1. Traffic on Northshore is already a nightmare with 22,000 to 24,000 cars per day.
2. Northshore is so narrow that anytime an accident occurs the road is blocked both ways.
3. If you need police, fire or ambulance service, good luck with the current road conditions.
4. If you have a 16 year old driver--Its a very nerve racking situation and will only get worse.
5. The schools are already overcrowded --where do we put these new kids?
6. Adding another 400 cars to Farragut traffic should be interesting.
7. What about water and sewer, how many more homes can the existing facilities support?
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Michelle (37922), January 5, 2024 at 1:30 PM
I absolutely oppose this development and rezoning planned for this area. This is not by an means conducive to area as it sits today. There are already major issues of influx and traffic in the area and no infrastructure to support additional residential development in this area! Schools are already overcrowded with many new subdivisions and complexes already being added to the area this in itself will continue to get worse. This also will pose safety issues for residents in the area. It is very clear in the end the intention will not be for single family residences only! The irresponsible development push in the area continues with no consideration of impacts to the area as it sits today. The money grabs by developers in the area needs to be put to a halt. Marilyn
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Marilyn (37922), January 5, 2024 at 1:32 PM
Please do NOT approve this rezoning request. Traffic in the area is very congested already and the addition of more dwellings would make it incredibly hectic and difficult. We purchased our home out of the mainstream city area for a reason. Scott
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Scott (37922), January 5, 2024 at 1:35 PM
I oppose the development being proposed. The zoning needs to be kept tightly in line to the current community. The density right now is less than 3.5 units per acre. Development should be halted until there are at least 3 lanes on Northshore due to safety concerns and traffic impacts to current residents. Our schools are overcrowded as it is and with additional complexes in the area already being built it will continue to be an issue without added new developments. The impacts to the current residents need to be kept in consideration. Planning commission needs to deny this rezoning and reassess impacts. Michele
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Michele (37922), January 5, 2024 at 1:42 PM
I am a local real estate broker and have been since 1997 here in Knoxville, TN. I also live in Jefferson Park Subdivision and would be affected by this proposed development. The Northshore and Harvey Roads would be heavily impacted by the proposed development due to the already heavily burdened traffic we have on both of these 2 lane roads. It is already extremely difficult to get into and out of our subdivision and more duplexes would only add to it. This area is residential single family homes and anything else would not be conforming to this area. The wildlife would also lose their living space. We are starting to have a coyote problem in our area as well because they are consistently being driven away from their habitats. It isn’t fair to the current residents in this area to have non-conforming properties built that would de-value surrounding homes. Thank you for your time and listening to my comments! Mariana
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Mariana (37922), January 5, 2024 at 1:44 PM
I am opposed to the huge housing proposition building 5 houses per acre at Harvey and Northshore!!!! I do not object to further development because I feel that it is inevitable. I do, however, STRONGLY OBJECT to additional houses being built in this area prior to addressing the current infrastructure that cannot even support the existing population. Northshore is heavily congested as a 2 lane road and there is no where to go if an emergency vehicle needs to get through. I would hate if anyone in need of emergency help could not receive the assistance that they need because an ambulance or firetruck could not pass. I am sure that you would feel the same....it is a matter of life and death.Elizabeth
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Elizabeth (37922), January 5, 2024 at 1:46 PM
Please do not approve the rezoning as currently requested. 5 units per acre is way too many new residences to add to this already over crowded area. The roads would not support all the new drivers, much less the schools in the area for the new children. Consider the impact that new densely populated area would have on an already deeply stressed infrastructure and deny the request. Thank you. Richard
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Richard (37922), January 5, 2024 at 1:50 PM
I oppose the rezoning of this property due to the fact that the current configuration of Northshore Dr. , in this area, would not sufficiently handle the increased volume of traffic.Janet
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Janet (37922), January 5, 2024 at 2:02 PM
The area cannot support this number of additional residents. The county needs to spend their time and money on updating the infrastructure before anymore high density neighborhoods are built. Lauren
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Lauren (37922), January 5, 2024 at 2:07 PM
I oppose this rezoning for the following reasons. 1) We have been pleading to Knox County for almost a year now that continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs of the area. The continued irresponsible development within the area is quickly becoming a severe safety issue.
2) There are no other 5-unit/acre developments within the immediate area. The highest level of actual completed development within the area is just less than 3.5-units/acre. The majority of developments were actually developed to under 3-units/acre. So 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area.
Please deny the request due to the Northshore safety issue but at a minimum Knox County should limit the effect on our community by greatly reducing the number of units per acre and with a written stipulation that attached housing will NOT be allowed.
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Cathy (37922), January 5, 2024 at 2:13 PM
I would like to express my concerns with the proposed development. We live in this immediate area and have children at Northshore Elementary. Getting our children to/from school is hours out of our day despite living 9 miles from the school due to heavy traffic as a result of substantial residential housing developments in the area over the past several years. The traffic congestion is unbearable. There needs to be a halt to developments until the infrastructure can support the growth.Lee
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Lee (37922), January 5, 2024 at 2:17 PM
Please reconsider this proposed high density sub division. Northshore from Choto Rd to Harvey Rd is still an older rural road that cannot handle more traffic. Consider residential with homes allocated 1 or 2 per acre.Scott
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Scott (37922), January 5, 2024 at 2:19 PM
I live in the Mont Cove neighborhood and request that you vote no on this development. The roads, utilities, schools, and emergency services cannot support this level of growth. April
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April (37922), January 5, 2024 at 2:32 PM
As mentioned in other comments, infrastructure in this part of the county needs to be improved before any further large development is considered. Roads are crowded already. Schools are at full capacity. Traffic is a nightmare at morning and evening rush hour. Please stop this and other development until these issues are fixed. Ginger
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Ginger (37922), January 5, 2024 at 2:50 PM
I am opposed of the new housing development proposed in our area. Specifically, Harvey road at Northshore. 1. Traffic on Northshore is already a nightmare with 22,000 to 24,000 cars per day.
2. Northshore is so narrow that anytime an accident occurs the road is blocked both ways.
3. If you need police, fire or ambulance service, good luck with the current road conditions.
4. If you have a young driver, it's a very nerve racking situation and will only get worse.
5. The schools are already overcrowded --where do we put new kids?
6. Adding another 400 cars to Farragut traffic would be quite a challenge
7. What about water and sewer, how many more homes can the existing facilities support?
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Ashley (37922), January 5, 2024 at 2:58 PM
Our roads and our schools CANNOT SUPPORT this kind of development! The schools are already busting at the seams and the roads are in terrible shape and cannot support more traffic! STOP BUILDING and fix the infrastructure first!!! The number of units per acre is absurd!! Kim
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Kim (37772), January 5, 2024 at 3:01 PM
There should be no new developments on Northshore, until the infrastructure is brought back to a level to accommodate the increasing numbers of vehicles that travel Northshore daily. The current road is starting to breakdown near the Choto roundabout, two places between Weigels and Mont. Cove, entrance and another right before YMCA. The road needs to be widened and shoulders provided. The areas where there are no shoulders and 2-3 feet drop-offs are very dangerous. With subdivisions already being built at the end of Northshore and on Beal's Chapel at Muddy Creek, the traffic headed towards Knoxville will undoubtedly increase when completed. The fact that the Farragut Schools are already overcrowded should also be taken into consideration. With all these facts considered, it is a no-brainer that future development should be halted until the current issues are addressed. Therefore, I am opposed to the current housing development plan indicated at the corner of Northshore and Harvey Road.Paul
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Paul (37922), January 5, 2024 at 3:01 PM
See AttachmentView Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240105150149.pdf
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Rachel (37934), January 5, 2024 at 3:14 PM
Our community and MOST IMPORTANTLY, our schools, absolutely can not handle the influx of people as it is. This is asinine to think this is a good idea for anyone. Yvonne
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Yvonne (37772), January 5, 2024 at 3:49 PM
I strongly oppose this build request. Northshore roadway at current state is truly unable to support the increase traffic this will cause. The roads need to be primary focus before a construction proposal of this magnitude should be approved. My vote is to just keep the farmland.Stephanie
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Stephanie (37922), January 5, 2024 at 3:56 PM
Please do not approve this. Our schools are already way overcrowded as are our roads.Kirstin
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Kirstin (37922), January 5, 2024 at 3:59 PM
Please consider the amount of traffic that we already are having issues with each day. This area cannot handle another development. Think about adding roads, police, schools, enlarging water/sewer treatment plants before you add any more developments. Do the right thing whether you live here or not. Janine
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Janine (37922), January 5, 2024 at 4:00 PM
I oppose any new developments in our area until proper infrastructure is put into place. Especially on Northshore Road. We need to address the overcrowding in our schools as well.Erin
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Erin (37922), January 5, 2024 at 4:03 PM
See attached for strong opposition to rezoning request 1-E-24-RZView Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240105160337.pdf
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Brandi (37922), January 5, 2024 at 4:10 PM
As others have stated, the infrastructure cannot handle a new development of this size. For anyone who travels Northshore on a regular basis, you can see that the area cannot handle the sheer amount of vehicles that would be traveling through every day. At this point, many people are waiting in long lines in either direction during morning and evening hours. Adding a new development to the community would just exacerbate the issue. At 3 homes per acre and this being a 44 acre plat, that is an addition of at least 132 homes. If there is an average of 2 vehicles per home, you are looking at adding almost 300 additional vehicles to the overcrowded infrastructure on a daily basis. My vote would be no to this new development unless they were planning to cut it down to 1 home per acre (which many potential homeowners would prefer anyway).Scott
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Scott (37922), January 5, 2024 at 4:25 PM
The area does not have the infrastructure to support this density of development. This is a quality of life and a safety issue. The local schools do not have the capacity. We still donât know the impacts from the apartments being built across from Farragut High School. The roads do not have capacity regardless of what county engineers might say. People that live here already face numerous delays and safety issues with the increased traffic. One accident can keep you stuck in traffic for an hour. This happened numerous times in 2023.Sara
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Sara (37922), January 5, 2024 at 4:26 PM
I would love nothing more than to have others in our neighborhoods to enjoy the beauty and heart, but until something is done with school overcrowding and small roads, I recommend holding off on more subdivisions and residents in our area. Please consider looking into the traffic and schooling before this new request passes.Troy
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Troy (37922), January 5, 2024 at 4:27 PM
The current infrastructure. will not support a development. of this magnitude. The area does not have adequate emergency response personnel to support an additional 200 plus houses. The traffic and safety issues will multiply exponentially if this development is approved. It is not safe for another major development to be approved and placed in this areaChris
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Chris (37922), January 5, 2024 at 4:30 PM
I think this project needs to be looked at for Road traffic and property crowding. Also the schools are overwhelmed already also. ThanksConnie
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Connie (37922), January 5, 2024 at 4:30 PM
The roadways that will service this kind of growth are simply unsuitable for the amount of traffic that will be generated. The entire infrastructure including water and electricity services are probably not capable of the extra load either. This past year many of us in the area have had to deal with power outages for unknown reasons. I have lived in this area for 26 years and the traffic is out of control most of the time. Northshore Rd is dangerous and not capable of being widened any more. The majority of the road does not even have street lights making it even more dangerous after dark and during heavy rains because of the heavy traffic and the non existent shoulders. The cluster housing really needs to stop in this area.Rita
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Rita (37922), January 5, 2024 at 4:32 PM
Please do not consider this propose development. If you travel down Northshore West in the morning or afternoon you will understand the need not to add any more traffic in this area. Karen
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Karen (37922), January 5, 2024 at 4:38 PM
I am opposed to this development as there is too much traffic on Northshore Drive and Harvey Road now. Both roads are basically land-locked and no way to improve them or the traffic. This development will add to the chaotic traffic situation and make it worse. Please do not approve this development.Jessica
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Jessica (37922), January 5, 2024 at 4:51 PM
I live about a mile away from where you are planning to build even more homes, Northshore is ALREADY so incredibly saturated. Having 200+ more homes added to an area that already is challenging to get to worries me. If there are ever a need to evacuate, it would be nearly impossible due to the limited access in and out. The school systems are so over populated as well that adding more children to the area will not go well for our school system. I absolutely do NOT want more subdivisions added to this area. Sheila
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Sheila (37922), January 5, 2024 at 4:57 PM
I oppose this rezoning for a housing development at Harvey and S Northshore. Again, we need to address the lack of adequate infrastructure, way too much traffic on Northshore, and the overcrowded schools. Until these items are addressed and fixed, there should be a moratorium on further building of housing developments.Laura
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Laura (37922), January 5, 2024 at 5:03 PM
It is blatantly obvious that whomever thought it was a good idea to build that many homes/townhomes in this area does not live here and has NO clue what the effect will cause to the schools and roads. [REDACTED] think of the folks who actually live here. Janna
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Janna (37922), January 5, 2024 at 5:07 PM
1. Northshore Dr. and other roads leading to this area need to be widened to address the current traffic flow and additional traffic from this development will create an unsafe environment to the current residence and school buses.2. The density of houses in this proposed development is not aligned with the other neighborhoods in the areas. The development for neighborhoods along Northshore Drive have been held to certain standards protecting the value of homes in the area. This development will undermine the years of work invested to develop this area.
3. Schools for the rapid expansion of Northshore, McFee, and Virtue needs to be addressed. The homes in these areas are family homes with children. The rapid growth of 8,000-10,000 people moving to the Knoxville area per year has created the demand for housing and schools. We should no sacrifice quality education of our children for neighborhood development.
4. Property values of the residences of this area need to be protected and not sacrificed.
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Albert (37922), January 5, 2024 at 5:07 PM
1. Northshore drive and other roads leading to this area need to be widened to address current traffic flow and additional traffic from this development will create an unsafe environment for the current residence and school buses.2. The density of housing in this proposed development is not aligned with other neighborhoods in the areas. The development for neighborhoods along Northshore drive have been held to certain standards protecting the value of homes in the area. This development will undermine the years of work invested to develop this area.
3. Schools for the rapid expansion on Northshore, McFee, and Virtue needs to be addressed. The homes in these areas are family homes with children. The rapid growth of 8,000 - 10,000 people moving to the Knoxville area per year has created the demand for housing and schools. We should not sacrifice quality education of our children for neighborhood development.
4. Property values and investment of the residences of this area need to be protected and not sacrificed.
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Patricia (37922), January 5, 2024 at 5:12 PM
I would like to express my objection to any new housing development on Harvey Road. Harvey is too narrow and curvy to sustain additional traffic. Add to that concern, Harvey is a favorite for bikers, and they cause slowdowns and hazardous driving conditions especially in the warmer months. Please vote no to this development proposal. Jake
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Jake (37992), January 5, 2024 at 5:15 PM
Three lanes for Northshore before anymore!! Lack of constancies and conformance with the surrounding zoning a max 3 per acre would conform. The two other lots in this area that are zoned for this one is planned for 3 per acre and the other is being rezoned down from 5 per acre. While Northshore is listed as a secondary arterial road it is misclassified due to the lake blocking us there no other emergency egress we are stranded when there is any accident out here due to the back up. Just 11 days ago due to traffic backups a medical emergency had to be helicoptered out since services could not get to them. School impact study is not filed. KCSD is already behind servicing this area and children have 45 min bus rides due to overcrowding. (we have 1st graders that must get to the bus stop at 6:05AM) To put some perspective on the impact the number of students that would be added would be a 35% increase to Northshore Elementary. Once itâs been rezoned to 5 acre there is no limit on what the next developer can do. So, while the current application intentions may be sound there is no guarantee or protection from apartments being put in once its rezoned. Reach out to the following and stop this: kim.frazier@knoxcounty.org john.schoonmaker@knoxcounty.org larsen.jay@knoxcounty.org susan.horn@knoxschools.org county.mayor@knoxcounty.org rwilliams@townoffarragut.org
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Jan (37922), January 5, 2024 at 5:26 PM
I have been a resident here for three years. In that time, I’ve seen this town grow exponentially. I am strongly opposed to the building of another subdivision on the S.Northshore/ Harvey Rd site. Our current infrastructure is bursting at the seams with overcrowded schools, dangerous, narrow roadways and terrible traffic. In fact we don’t have enough doctors or hospital beds to handle the influx of new residents. It takes anywhere from 2 weeks to 2 months to get a doctor’s appointment and if you can’t wait you are directed to the ER where right now at ETCH there are no available beds. New construction now should be at a halt until all the pieces of the infrastructure are upgraded to accommodate! Gary
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Gary (37922), January 5, 2024 at 5:35 PM
My family travels by where these proposed townhouses are to be constructed. Should they be built, the entire surrounding areas will forever be changed from being quiet and beautiful, to one of a feel of commercialization and busyness. Add to this, the increased traffic and school challenges. Keep the property use to that of the surrounding neighborhoods.Tim
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Tim (37922), January 5, 2024 at 5:44 PM
Just stop already! Develop East where there are vast tracts of wide open land.Jody
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Jody (37772), January 5, 2024 at 5:58 PM
I strongly oppose the planned high density housing at Northshore and Harvey Rd. I live in the Oaks, just across this intersection. This area is so overly populated in relation to the infrastructure... There are constant accidents along Northshore which often forces traffic to reroute along Choto, which also can not handle the traffic. These are narrow lanes with no easy to identify ways to expand them to provide critical safety measures. Public school busses are already significantly overcrowded in relation to Northshore Elementary and the Farragut schools. I was informed on numerous occasions of children sitting in the bus aisles and it taking nearly an hour from dismissal to travel the appropriate 10 minutes distance. One of the reasons I chose the Oaks community backing to Harvey Rd was the quiet of the small untouched wooded area... Imagining a new subdivision directly across from my backyard is devastating. Please do not allow this development without infrastructure improvements prior.Michelle
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Michelle (37922), January 5, 2024 at 6:08 PM
Driving my child to school in the mornings is already a nightmare. Northshore can not handle this large of a development. Plus the schools we are zoned for on this end are already being added to with the developments in Farragut. Please stop. Kristen
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Kristen (37772), January 5, 2024 at 6:37 PM
I oppose this rezoning for the following reasons. 1) We have been pleading to Knox County for almost a year now that continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs of the area. The continued irresponsible development within the area is quickly becoming a severe safety issue. 2) There are no other 5-unit/acre developments within the immediate area. The highest level of actual completed development within the area is just less than 3.5-units/acre. The majority of developments were actually developed to under 3-units/acre. So 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area. Please deny the request due to the Northshore safety issue but at a minimum Knox County should limit the effect on our community by greatly reducing the number of units per acre and with a written stipulation that attached housing will NOT be allowed.Megan
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Megan (37931), January 5, 2024 at 6:37 PM
It would be an egregious act to continue these large developments in Knox county. The infrastructure cannot withstand much more growth at this level, much like in Hardin Valley. Roads are crowded and most two lanes. Schools are at full capacity with a teacher shortage already. Please stop this and other development until these issues are fixed.Danielle
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Danielle (37922), January 5, 2024 at 6:49 PM
Hi. My concern is with traffic on Northshore. It's already crowded. There are no shoulders to pull off onto. There's no turning lanes. A wreck stops everything... and there's at least 1 a week. If more housing is coming in where is the traffic going to go?! No sidewalks on Northshore either. People can't safely walk anywhere. Busses to school are already jam packed at 3 to a seat. I think before anymore gets built we need to address the issues that stand in the present. Joel
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Joel (37922), January 5, 2024 at 6:53 PM
Honestly, until there is a plan to improve / widen the roads in our area, and house more students in properly sized schools, I feel it would be reasonable to hold off further development. Understanding that development will happen, can we at least try to preserve the character that we bought into when we chose to buy homes in this area. It seems reasonable to require that the development stay in line with existing surrounding neighborhoods and not alter the character of the area. The developer proposed zoning at 3 homes per acre. An increase to 4 or 5 homes per acre should not be allowed for the track or any portion of it. There are valid concerns regarding traffic, schools, fire service and other infrastructure. The planning commission cannot ignore these concerns and needs to coordinate with other branches of government so that we have coordinated intelligent growth. Lilia
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Lilia (37922), January 5, 2024 at 7:07 PM
We are completely opposed to the rezoning and a new home development been built in this area. There are just two one lane roads to access a stressed and crammed area. Schools are already saturated and services are poor. The amount of traffic in Northshore is causing many accidents. These is a rural area with poor communication roads. It can not support the new vehicle influx.Jennifer
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Jennifer (37772), January 5, 2024 at 7:47 PM
I oppose this rezoning for the following reasons. 1) We have been pleading to Knox County for almost a year now that continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs of the area. The continued irresponsible development within the area is quickly becoming a severe safety issue. 2) There are no other 5-unit/acre developments within the immediate area. The highest level of actual completed development within the area is just less than 3.5-units/acre. The majority of developments were actually developed to under 3-units/acre. So 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area. Please deny the request due to the Northshore safety issue but at a minimum Knox County should limit the effect on our community by greatly reducing the number of units per acre and with a written stipulation that attached housing will NOT be allowed.Chandler
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Chandler (37922), January 5, 2024 at 7:49 PM
I oppose this rezoning for the following reasons. 1) We have been pleading to Knox County for almost a year now that continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs of the area. The continued irresponsible development within the area is quickly becoming a severe safety issue. 2) There are no other 5-unit/acre developments within the immediate area. The highest level of actual completed development within the area is just less than 3.5-units/acre. The majority of developments were actually developed to under 3-units/acre. So 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area. Please deny the request due to the Northshore safety issue but at a minimum Knox County should limit the effect on our community by greatly reducing the number of units per acre and with a written stipulation that attached housing will NOT be allowed.Matt
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Matt (37934), January 5, 2024 at 7:59 PM
I am adamantly opposed to this new development at the corner of Northshore and Harvey. Both roads that are adjacent to that neighborhood are already at capacity. Northshore is already the site of numerous auto accidents and this will only make it worse. Regardless of the housing density, unless the developer has plans to alleviate the busy streets prior to breaking ground on this development, it should be voted against by the planning commission. In my time here, developers have over-taxed our roads and infrastructure while only passing on the expense to the taxpayers and residents. This is sole reason why FUD customers in west Knox County have water restrictions. Additionally, it has been brought up almost daily about the overcrowding of Farragut schools. I know there is one in the works, but there also several new subdivisions and apartment complexes being built that are also going to contribute to the student population immensely. Kristy
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Kristy (37922), January 5, 2024 at 8:04 PM
I oppose this proposed housing development. The roads in this area are already busy and dangerous due to how narrow they are. Additionally, our schools are overpopulated. Adding more homes and residents to an already overpopulated area without infrastructure to support them is irresponsible. Marci
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Marci (37934), January 5, 2024 at 8:09 PM
I oppose this rezoning for the following reasons. 1) We have been pleading to Knox County for almost a year now that continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs of the area. The continued irresponsible development within the area is quickly becoming a severe safety issue. 2) There are no other 5-unit/acre developments within the immediate area. The highest level of actual completed development within the area is just less than 3.5-units/acre. The majority of developments were actually developed to under 3-units/acre. So 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area. Please deny the request due to the Northshore safety issue but at a minimum Knox County should limit the effect on our community by greatly reducing the number of units per acre and with a written stipulation that attached housing will NOT be allowed.
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Amy (37922), January 5, 2024 at 8:18 PM
I written to express opposition to the proposed development along Northshore/Harvey. The infrastructure in the surrounding area, specifically along Northshore can not handle the additional traffic. Infrastructure needs to be addressed before any more multi home developments can pop up. Aside from the roads, the schools are overcrowded as it is. They can not handle the increase. Please push pause on this and other development along the Northshore corridor until these basic issues are not only addressed, but rectified. Lora
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Lora (37922), January 5, 2024 at 8:21 PM
We donât have the infrastructure to support this growth - the roads, the schools, etc. Please reject the rezoning of the land and expand building. Shannon
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Shannon (37922), January 5, 2024 at 8:48 PM
I am opposed to this rezoning for the following reasons:1. Traffic on Northshore is already a nightmare. I now have to go into work an hour early just to avoid morning rush hour traffic that triples my commute time. 2. Northshore is so narrow and quite dangerous to navigate given the volume of cars that now travel this 2-lane road at high speeds.
3.. Anytime an accident occurs the road is blocked both ways.
3. If you need police, fire or ambulance service, the current road conditions and it difficult for them to make it to an emergency in a timely manner.
4. If you have a young driver, it's a very nerve racking situation and will only get worse. I worry about my daughter when she starts driving in two years.
5. The schools are already overcrowded --where do we put new kids? Every day I hear my daughter complain about how many kids there are at FMS and how crowded it is. Carpool is a nightmare and the kids sit 3 in a seat on the buses.
I canât even get into the issue with the bicycling and what it does to the flow of traffic out here. Our area of Knox County needs to have the roads improved before we add more people to the area by increasing the number of houses. We also need to have more schools vs just adding more students to the current schools.
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Amber (37934), January 5, 2024 at 9:00 PM
I completely oppose this move to rezone this land in order to build more housing. This area has extremely high traffic already and cannot handle yet another housing development! No!Travis
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Travis (37922), January 5, 2024 at 9:04 PM
Please do not build these. Traffic is already so bad, Northshore cannot support the additional traffic. Maybe one day if Northshore is expanded.Erin
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Erin (37922), January 5, 2024 at 9:25 PM
This area should not be rezoned. The size of the roads cannot handle an increase in this number of cars. It is already too congested as is. It takes many at least 30 minutes to get to the elementary school in our zone and this many more people will only create more of an issue. The roads and infrastructure in Choto area need to be widened and improved to accommodate which is not possible. This is a poor decision and would create many problems. Laurie
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Laurie (37922), January 5, 2024 at 11:51 PM
This decision would be a complete nightmare considering the two lane road traffic is already dense! I can’t oppose this proposed development enough! Please please don’t allow this development to happen!!Elizabeth
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Elizabeth (37922), January 6, 2024 at 12:37 AM
Please see my attached file with concerns.Thank you for your time. View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240106003752.pdf
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Jack (37923), January 6, 2024 at 5:16 AM
Please do not approve this development project. West Knoxville is saturated with runaway development that only benefits the developers. Those of us living here are the majority and deserve to be heard. Too much development greatly lowers the quality of life for everyone in all facets. I.e. strained schools, roads, public resources of all types etc. Please maintain the quality of life for everyone and not allow the profit of a few ruin our neighborhoods. Please do not approve this development.Billie
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Billie (37922), January 6, 2024 at 5:57 AM
I oppose the rezoning due to the configuration of Northshore in that areaTom
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Tom (37922), January 6, 2024 at 7:42 AM
I OPPOSE THIS DEVELOPMENT- South Northshore Dr is not equipped to handle the density of this development primarily due to travel safety concerns! There are already too many accidents on this road due to road width, blind curves and disintegration of asphalt shoulders. Lets address the infrastructure issues before continuing to overbuild this area!Jennifer
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Jennifer (37772), January 6, 2024 at 8:09 AM
I moved to Knoxville almost 13 yrs ago. We’ve watched what we moved here for disappear it actually makes me sick to my stomach to drive by the once 1 farm house to hundreds of houses on that property. We don’t have the roads, schools or grocery stores in this area for more people here. If I wanted to live in a congested area I would have bought a house in the heart of Farragut. I absolutely oppose of this plan! Please go somewhere else!Nancy
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Nancy (37922), January 6, 2024 at 8:14 AM
I am writing to state my opposition to this proposal because of the inadequacy of supporting infrastructure. Northshore Drive is already dangerous with narrow lanes, very steep drop offs and traffic congestion. I would question a traffic study which does not conclude that the current infrastructure cannot support a high density development in this area. Chris
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Chris (37934), January 6, 2024 at 8:21 AM
Our schools and roads in Farragut are already seriously overcrowded, severely impacting their effectiveness and causing serious safety concerns. I oppose this irresponsible growth, until the infrastructure can be improved ahead of these big residential projects. Marc
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Marc (37922), January 6, 2024 at 8:21 AM
First, thank you for considering our thoughts and concerns. I’m opposed to this development only for the reason that existing infrastructure cannot handle this increase in traffic. S Northshore needs to be widened drastically right now to accommodate existing traffic. How in the world can it handle an additional 200+ vehicles daily? Not to mention the safety factor of more vehicle/pedestrian encounters. Please do not allow this until the infrastructure is improved. Thank you again for your consideration.Jill
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Jill (37922), January 6, 2024 at 8:29 AM
Growth is a positive occurrence when appropriate planning is in place for the infrastructure. Northshore simply cannot handle more traffic from a new subdivision. My commute to work was 15 to 20 minutes one way. Now, it is at least 20 to 30 minutes. Sometimes, it takes me longer to get home because traffic on Northshore backs up from the I-140 exchange to Northshore and Ebenezer. I am respectfully asking that this rezoning request be denied. Thank you for your time.Teresa
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Teresa (37922), January 6, 2024 at 8:29 AM
Thanks for considering my comments.
Please note that I am not against development in our area. We have lived in this area over 5 years and witnessed much growth. However, there has been no growth in infrastructure such as roads. Particularly S Northshore and Choto Roads. These have become traffic nightmares already during the work commute, with backups for miles on a normal morning or afternoon now. If proposed townhomes are added without fixing infrastructure this will create chaos that is untenable. Please reconsider and place single family homes instead.
Thank you. Caitlin
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Caitlin (37922), January 6, 2024 at 8:43 AM
As a long standing resident of the area. I greatly oppose more neighborhoods and apartments/duplexes to be built on the only remaining land in the area. The schools are overcrowded, roads are extremely busy and not meant to handle the traffic. Please think about our children and our grandchildren and keep what remaining land we do have left keep it open. Once its gone it's gone for good.Ashley
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Ashley (37922), January 6, 2024 at 9:12 AM
100 % oppose. Traffic on Northshore needs to be resolved first. Northshore is the primary road to go anywhere from our neighborhood. As a two lane road with no shoulders, every accident or lane closure (either by storm, tree trimming, or utility work) causes miles of backups. This rezoning will only make things worse on all current residents in neighborhoods relying on Northshore Dr for exit/entry into their homes. Plus schools in this area are past capacity! Please fix these other issues first!Selina
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Selina (37922), January 6, 2024 at 9:13 AM
I join my fellow neighbors in echoing the same concerns regarding the re zoning and possible housing development on Northshore. I noticed that the development manager has commented regarding the number of units, but failed to address the main concern that is overwhelmingly in the comments, by people that actually live over here. TRAFFIC. This road cannot handle any more traffic. Our drive to school in the morning has doubled in time over just the last year and a half, and that’s without any kind of accident or obstruction in the road. Schools/busses are over crowded, roads are over crowded, and there seems to be zero regard for putting any kind of infrastructure in place BEFORE we continue to develop. When is enough enough? Residents have expressed concerns about this over and over and over again yet no one seems to listen. So respectfully, until there is proper planning in place, future builds will continue to be met with opposition. Amy
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Amy (37922), January 6, 2024 at 9:23 AM
I am resident of Falcon Pointe, which is directly across the street from the proposed development. I am opposed to this new development for the traffic, safety, and infrastructure reasons cited by others. This section of Northshore simply cannot handle additional traffic. Commissioners: please do not approve this project.Gina
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Gina (37922), January 6, 2024 at 9:29 AM
I oppose the rezoning at Northshore/Harvey. The roads are already extremely narrow and overcrowded. Additional cars will mean even more accidents/injuries, which will lead to road closures, which will hinder emergency personnel from being able to respond promptly. School busses are also already overcrowded, with three and four children sitting in each seat. Please help stand up for the safety of our children!Karen
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Karen (37922), January 6, 2024 at 9:35 AM
We live around the corner from the proposed development. As it is, there is not adequate road lanes to accommodate the existing traffic. Roads are very narrow with huge drop off at road edges. This is dangerous to begin with. This development, without adding lanes to Northshore, creates a huge danger, as well as adding to the existing traffic jams that we experience every day. Barbara
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Barbara (37772), January 6, 2024 at 9:50 AM
I oppose the new building on the corner of Harvey and North Shore road. I drive this road every day and the traffic is already bad. this new development is going to make get worse..Jeannine
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Jeannine (37922), January 6, 2024 at 10:31 AM
We oppose the rezoning as a threat to the safety of our community. Northshore Blvd is too narrow and already too congested with traffic to handle the traffic that would result from a high density development. In addition to individual medical emergencies, evacuation during an emergency, like a flood or fire, could result in mass tragedy. Robert
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Robert (37772), January 6, 2024 at 10:54 AM
I strongly oppose this rezoning for the following reasons. 1) We have been pleading to Knox County for almost a year now that continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs of the area. The continued irresponsible development within the area is quickly becoming a severe safety issue. 2) There are no other 5-unit/acre developments within the immediate area. The highest level of actual completed development within the area is just less than 3.5-units/acre. The majority of developments were actually developed to under 3-units/acre. So 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area. Please deny the request due to the Northshore safety issue but at a minimum Knox County should limit the effect on our community by greatly reducing the number of units per acre and with a written stipulation that attached housing will NOT be allowed. 100% oppose this!1. The roadway infrastructure can not support this increase in dwellings.
2. Farragut schools are overcrowded as it is with no solid plans for near future.
Be proactive and build infrastructure to support increase in population and then revisit rezoning. Everyone is organizing around Choto/Farragut against this and will use our voting power to make necessary changes.
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John (37772), January 6, 2024 at 10:58 AM
I strongly oppose this rezoning for the following reasons. 1) We have been pleading to Knox County for almost a year now that continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs of the area. The continued irresponsible development within the area is quickly becoming a severe safety issue. 2) There are no other 5-unit/acre developments within the immediate area. The highest level of actual completed development within the area is just less than 3.5-units/acre. The majority of developments were actually developed to under 3-units/acre. So 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area. Please deny the request due to the Northshore safety issue but at a minimum Knox County should limit the effect on our community by greatly reducing the number of units per acre and with a written stipulation that attached housing will NOT be allowed. 100% oppose this!1. The roadway infrastructure can not support this increase in dwellings.
2. Farragut schools are overcrowded as it is with no solid plans for near future.
Be proactive and build infrastructure to support increase in population and then revisit rezoning. Everyone is organizing around Choto/Farragut against this and will use our voting power to make necessary changes.
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Annette (37922), January 6, 2024 at 11:07 AM
Our area is in danger of more automobile accidents in our area , the roads cannot handle the traffic we have presently. More and more development in this area requires more evaluations, schools road widening etc. ! This is a safe area and we will continue to oppose low income housing , there is much better options than this community.Allen
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Allen (37922), January 6, 2024 at 11:49 AM
I strongly oppose this rezoning request. Until infrastructure needs such as a major widening of Northshore Dr. are addressed, expansions such as these will serve to exacerbate the traffic and life safety situation we are already in at this time. Ten days ago a traffic accident victim had to be taken to the hospital by helicopter because Northshore was impassable because of the accident.View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240106114958.pdf
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Laura (37922), January 6, 2024 at 11:56 AM
I oppose this rezoning. This area is already dangerous when accidents happen, and it’s difficult to get emergency help to victims because of the current road size. Adding additional traffic will only compound the problem further and put residents at more risk.David
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David (37922), January 6, 2024 at 11:59 AM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive has to be widened to at least three lanes. This has to start immediately but there are no approved plans now.Collin
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Collin (37922), January 6, 2024 at 11:59 AM
I OPPOSE the rezoning. Development is more than just building houses. Development has to include widened roads, schools, and infrastructure.Milan
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Milan (37922), January 6, 2024 at 12:01 PM
There is no space for an additional traffic without adding another lane on both side of the road. And we see at least one accident a week because of someone is trying to enter road in already high traffic road.Chris
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Chris (37922), January 6, 2024 at 12:02 PM
I oppose rezoning because that Northshore area does not have the infrastructure to support a big housing project. North Shore cannot be widened because it is landlocked and traffic would become more dangerous than it already is. Diana
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Diana (37922), January 6, 2024 at 12:12 PM
Our current roads do not support large population growth. We have absolutely no traffic enforcement. Our fire station is small and understaffed. Knox County is failing to provide essential services for our current populationDaisy
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Daisy (37922), January 6, 2024 at 12:24 PM
Please see the attachment.View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240106122443.pdf
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Dan (37772), January 6, 2024 at 12:37 PM
My family has lived a minute's drive from this proposed development over the past 7 years. My wife and I share our neighbors' concerns about the alarming deterioration in traffic patterns and infrastructure. I will add that the shoulder-less roads are starting to deteriorate - only about 2 years after repaving - to a degree that causes drivers to swerve over the double yellow line to avoid potholes. We've had a few terrifying near-miss head-on collisions on Northshore Drive. We are not nanny-state busybodies. We believe in property rights and population growth. However, there is such a thing as responsible development and stewardship of the resources we have been blessed with. Surely the added housing units provide sufficient property tax receipts for the Knox Planning Commission to pause and assess whether (a lot) more should be invested into infrastructure first. A plea/suggestion to the homebuilder: Local housing transaction prices have inflated to such a ludicrous extent in 7 years that the current building plan hardly requires the extra profit margin from higher-density lots to earn a reasonable ROI. The market can surely support the sale of higher-priced homes on larger lots. Raising the density over the objections of the local community would be a disservice to area residents.Angela
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Angela (37922), January 6, 2024 at 12:39 PM
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive is very dangerous now, ten days ago a traffic accident victim had to be taken to the hospital by helicopter because Northshore was unpassable because of the accident.-I OPPOSE THE REZONING.A few weeks ago a very large tree fell across Northshore Drive and traffic was halted for many hours, any medical emergency could have resulted in tragedy.
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. When wrecks occur it is difficult to get emergency help to victims because there is no center lane or road shoulder.
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive has to be widened to at least three lanes. This has to start immediately but there are no approved plans now.
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and ours schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density development.
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Loudon County limits rural growth to two units per acre. It is time to recognize the Northshore-Choto area has been over built and more overdevelopment is a public safety hazard.
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Development: itâs more than just building houses. Development has to include widened roads, schools, and infrastructure.
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. An additional car on Northshore equals an additional car in Farragut. This area can't handle any more traffic.
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Brian (37922), January 6, 2024 at 12:45 PM
OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive is very dangerous now, ten days ago a traffic accident victim had to be taken to the hospital by helicopter because Northshore was unpassable because of the accident.-I OPPOSE THE REZONING.A few weeks ago a very large tree fell across Northshore Drive and traffic was halted for many hours, any medical emergency could have resulted in tragedy. I OPPOSE THE REZONING. When wrecks occur it is difficult to get emergency help to victims because there is no center lane or road shoulder. I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive has to be widened to at least three lanes. This has to start immediately but there are no approved plans now. I OPPOSE THE REZONING. The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and ours schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density development. I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Loudon County limits rural growth to two units per acre. It is time to recognize the Northshore-Choto area has been over built and more overdevelopment is a public safety hazard. I OPPOSE THE REZONING. I think not only is the over-development âcart before the horseâ but that itâs speeding down narrow, curvy roads and about to crash. I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Development: itâs more than just building houses. Development has to include widened roads, schools, and infrastructure.
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Edy (37922), January 6, 2024 at 12:51 PM
No group or organization behind me. Iâve just owned property and lived in the area since 1996. Moved because it was out in the country. Roads need to be widen and necessary improvements before you start putting more housing in the area. Too much traffic for the area. Road rage has increased. People pass you when you are going the speed limit or even a little above the speed limit on double yellow lines. They intimidate you by riding your bumper. Even the Internet service is slower and glitches more at certain times of the day. What do you plan to do about keeping it safe for us?Taylor
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Taylor (37922), January 6, 2024 at 12:51 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING Development: it’s more than just building houses. Development has to include widened roads, schools, and infrastructure.Larry
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Larry (37922), January 6, 2024 at 12:57 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and our schools are overcrowded because of continuous high-density development. It is more than just building houses. Development must include widened roads, schools, and infrastructure. It is time to recognize the Northshore-Choto area has been over built and more overdevelopment is a public safety hazard.Devin
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Devin (37922), January 6, 2024 at 1:17 PM
We do not want a neighborhood across from Falcon Pointe! It will be far too much traffic and ruin the rural nature aspect of our lifestyle. Northshore is full! We do not need and DO NOT WANT MORE HOUSES!! Aidan
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Aidan (37922), January 6, 2024 at 1:17 PM
Why is Northshore not designated a Major Arterial Road in this area? It definitely has the required traffic. Further development in this area cannot be allowed without the proper infrastructure. This includes widening Northshore and correcting the nonexistent water pressure. Alyssa
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Alyssa (37922), January 6, 2024 at 1:32 PM
This development will create additional traffic and cars to an area that already does not have the infrastructure to support the surrounding neighborhoods. Eric
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Eric (37922), January 6, 2024 at 1:37 PM
There should absolutely not be any rezoning until the surrounding infrastructure is improved to support it. Northshore already cannot handle the traffic, rezoning this property would only make things worse. Not to mention overcrowded schools. Meredith
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Meredith (37772), January 6, 2024 at 1:40 PM
Although I am not a Knox County resident, I live within one mile of this proposed development. My family and I are concerned about the impact of such a high density development to the area that is already heavily congested. We travel through the area for work and school and have seen the congestion grow in recent years and fear this would make it even worse. Please reconsider the development as currently proposed as this amount of growth will negatively impact our community. Michael
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Michael (37922), January 6, 2024 at 1:44 PM
I 100% oppose this development. Northshore and the roundabout cannot handle this additional traffic load.Kasey
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Kasey (37922), January 6, 2024 at 1:55 PM
I am writing in opposition to the proposed high density development. The infrastructure on Northshore already doesn't support the current population level in this area. Adding this development will only increase our issues. Please reconsider. Don
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Don (37922), January 6, 2024 at 2:05 PM
The infrastructure in this area cannot support this additional development. The roads and schools are overcrowded.Mary
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Mary (37772), January 6, 2024 at 2:07 PM
I have read all comments including the comment by the developer. Though the developer is trying to correct information that has circulated regarding this development, there is still a door that is left open about building triplexes. Adding triplexes to the development will surely add additional pressure to the infrastructure and possibly the school system depending on who the development is marketing to. Though I live in Loudon County, Northshore is a huge part of my daily driving. This road has become congested, dangerous and leaves no options for movement when there are accidents, maintenance or other issues suddenly presented. The congestion also adds to issues regarding emergency response time putting citizens in jeopardy. Plans for what to do with Northshore should be the priority before adding additional traffic. Where can there be areas added for emergency vehicles to get by or through? Better timing for maintenance work on Northshore Drive to avoid long backups. Addressing areas on Northshore that have steep drop offs. Growth is inevitable, but creating a solid plan for infrastructure to handle the growth is even more important. Thank you.MaryBeth
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MaryBeth ( 3792), January 6, 2024 at 2:18 PM
The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and ours schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density developmenRobert
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Robert (37922), January 6, 2024 at 2:24 PM
I am voicing my OPPOSITION along with my wife to this proposed development due to the density of units per acre. For those that actually live in this area and see the traffic as it is now it is irresponsible to allow this kind of high density subdivision to be approved. I feel if any of the individuals lived here they would be voting no. Felicia
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Felicia (37922), January 6, 2024 at 2:53 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Development: it’s more than just building houses. Development has to include widened roads, schools, and infrastructure. An additional car on Northshore equals an additional car in the Farragut Area. This area can't handle any more traffic.James
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James (37922), January 6, 2024 at 2:58 PM
I am asking the Planning Commission to deny the request to rezone this parcel on Harvey Road. The entire Northshore Corridor requires better road infrastructure just to support the homes already in place. Over the last two months of 2023, there were two incidents near Northshore and Choto that closed Northshore. The last incident required an accident victim be airlifted from the site since traffic was preventing any emergency vehicles from approaching the site. Schools are already at an overcrowding point, and the problems of an overused Northshore Road are spilling over into Farragut. I would also further ask that the Planning Commission, as well as the County, place a growth moratorium in this area in order to address, budget and fund, corrective construction of the local infrastructure. Better planning now will yield better results in the future, and not an overbuilt community that came from developers grabbing what they consider easy profits.Charles
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Charles (37922), January 6, 2024 at 3:00 PM
This area of Northshore is already overbuilt. We have serious accidents frequently due to drivers losing patience and taking unnecessary risks pulling out into traffic. There is also serious overcrowding in Farragut Schools, which will only worsen when several large apartment complexes already under construction are completed and occupied by families with kids. The Planning Commission needs to address issues related to roads and schools before adding more high-density or large single-family developments. Adding additional lanes to North Shore DR west of Pellissipi and Choto RD would be a tremendous undertaking if even possible. It would take years to complete, and traffic during the construction period would be unmanageable.Robert
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Robert (37922), January 6, 2024 at 3:07 PM
Letter of Support for ONLY up to 3 units per acre, necessary road improvments in the area AND addressing of other community concerns. View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240106150716.pdf
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Christina (37922), January 6, 2024 at 3:13 PM
Loudon County limits rural growth to two units per acre. It is time to recognize the Northshore-Choto area has been over built and more overdevelopment is a public safety hazard.Ronald
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Ronald (37922), January 6, 2024 at 3:42 PM
Please consider the traffic issue on Northshore & Harvey Roads. There isn't the infostructure to support this kind of growth.Joseph
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Joseph (37922), January 6, 2024 at 3:54 PM
I am against this proposal. Local residents are already being forced to ration water because of insufficient infrastructure and the roads (two-lanes with no shoulder(s)) currently back up with increasing frequency due to oversaturation. Any type of traffic accident on the local roads brings all traffic on that particular road to a standstill and creates traffic jams on what is normally the only other road available to exit the area.Carroll
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Carroll (37922), January 6, 2024 at 3:57 PM
I am against this proposal. Local schools are already at capacity. Additionally, area residents are already being forced to ration water because of insufficient infrastructure. The roads (two-lanes with no shoulder(s)) currently back up with increasing frequency due to oversaturation. Any type of traffic accident on the local roads brings all traffic on that particular road to a standstill and creates traffic jams on what is normally the only other road available to exit the area. This proposal could stress already straining infrastructure to the breaking point and should be denied.William
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William (37922), January 6, 2024 at 4:06 PM
Townhome development S. Northshore: Too much traffic presently on Northshore. School busses have to make two round trips to bring children home already. Not in keeping with single home surrounding neighborhoods. Too high density. Please stop this development as designed.Melanie
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Melanie (37922), January 6, 2024 at 4:14 PM
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive is very dangerous now, ten days ago a traffic accident victim had to be taken to the hospital by helicopter because Northshore was unpassable because of the accident.Erin
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Erin (37922), January 6, 2024 at 4:20 PM
I am against this proposal. Before any new developments are approved in the area, the county must upgrade local infrastructure, especially the water supply and roads. Local residents are already being forced to ration water because of insufficient infrastructure and the roads (two-lanes with no shoulder(s)) currently back up with increasing frequency due to oversaturation. Any type of traffic accident on the local roads brings all traffic on that particular road to a standstill and creates traffic jams on what is normally the only other road available to exit the area.Rob
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Rob (37922), January 6, 2024 at 4:20 PM
I am against this proposal. Before any new developments are approved in the area, the county must upgrade local infrastructure, especially the water supply and roads. Local residents are already being forced to ration water because of insufficient infrastructure and the roads (two-lanes with no shoulder(s)) currently back up with increasing frequency due to oversaturation. Any type of traffic accident on the local roads brings all traffic on that particular road to a standstill and creates traffic jams on what is normally the only other road available to exit the area.Avery
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Avery (37922), January 6, 2024 at 4:21 PM
I am against this proposal. Before any new developments are approved in the area, the county must upgrade local infrastructure, especially the water supply and roads. Local residents are already being forced to ration water because of insufficient infrastructure and the roads (two-lanes with no shoulder(s)) currently back up with increasing frequency due to oversaturation. Any type of traffic accident on the local roads brings all traffic on that particular road to a standstill and creates traffic jams on what is normally the only other road available to exit the area.Judith
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I am a resident of Montgomery Cove and am writing to record my opposition to the proposed development off Harvey Road. I recognize that more housing is needed in Knox County and do not oppose housing per se. But I do oppose housing that is being proposed before planning for adequate infrastructure along Northshore Drive. Northshore Drive is already dangerous, without shoulders or a center lane to accommodate turning traffic and emergency situations. Please go back to the drawing board and first put in place the infrastructure needed to safely accommodate more housing.Reinhold
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Reinhold (37922), January 6, 2024 at 4:48 PM
Please do not approve rezoning of this piece of land for residential development. The impact on traffic could not be worse, and the current road infrastructure in the area is already seriously overwhelmed during key periods of time during the week and increasingly also on weekends. This part of the county used to have very high quality of life, among others due to high recreational value. This is already not the case anymore because of incompetent comprehensive planning that takes mobility into account when new housing is planned. Increasing density of occupancy is foolish without at the same time ensuring appropriate mobility infrastructure. Your approach to rezoning shows financial greed unmitigated by any competency in sustainable development and ensuring quality of life.Thomas
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Thomas (37922), January 6, 2024 at 5:22 PM
My wife and I oppose this zoning change and the increased density it proposes for a number of reasons including those listed below.1. Traffic on Northshore is already dangerously overcrowded at 22,000 to 24,000 cars per day.
2. Northshore is so narrow that any accident results in road blockages both both ways.
3. If you need police, fire or ambulance service, current road conditions make this unpredictable and increases emergency risks.
4. As parents of a young driver with 3 more on the way, Northshore is too dangerous for their learning and development with risks to all drivers only getting worse.
5. Current school funding plans can only address overcrowding for some age levels when all age levels require relief at current levels. Where do we put new kids?
6. How many more homes can the existing water & sewer facilities support?
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Kelly (37922), January 6, 2024 at 5:58 PM
I strongly oppose this proposed rezoning effort. The roads are currently a mess in the effected area with the amount of homes already established. The thought of putting 200+ townhomes/units in will cause an increase of over 450+ vehicles daily with 2,000+ daily trips. The schools and buses are already at max capacity and the infrastructure just would not be conducive with more homes. Furthermore, the type of homes is different from the other homes in the area. We do not need more homes of any type due to the lack of adequate infrastructure for the growth already endured by existing residents.Madison
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Madison (37922), January 6, 2024 at 6:15 PM
I vehemently oppose the 1-E-24-RZ proposal. The infrastructure in the area is not adequate for the existing community/residences, especially with the major influx in the past 4 years. Therefore, adding townhomes would multiply 10-fold the amount of cars on Harvey & Northshore (both 2 lane roads that are already super busy). The schools buses are also already over congested with 3 kids per seat and no space to spare. Please reconsider putting townhomes in this area so the existing residents can avoid being further impacted by the already lacking infrastructure.judy ann
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judy ann (37922), January 6, 2024 at 6:17 PM
Development of this 44 acre parcel of land is only in the best interest (a financial one) to the developer. Our schools are currently overcrowded. Transportation is an issue already. Texts/emails are sent out to let parents know buses are running late, kids do not have enough room on the bus for their backpacks, band instruments, and athletic gear. Northshore is a two lane road that already has difficulty keeping up with supporting the number of vehicles traveled on it. When a tree is down, or an accident occurs, there is no way to get through. ALL TRAFFIC HAS TO SIT AND WAIT TIL IT IS CLEARED, or turn around. This is just not an acceptable proposition to allow further development of this area.Stephen
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Stephen (37922), January 6, 2024 at 6:19 PM
The traffic on Northshore is already at dangerous levels. If the roads were made to keep up with the growth, that is one thing, but they are not and it is dangerous. I oppose this development.Charles
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Charles (37922), January 6, 2024 at 6:20 PM
The road infrastructure in this area is already overwhelmed esp. at peak times. The area also has limited access - via Northshore, McFee, or Martel. An accident on any one, esp. Northshore effectively prevents access to the area. Without major road improvements to Northshore between Westland and Harvey; improvements to rail bridge underpass at Martel/Harvey/McFee; improvements to rail underpass at Martel and Muddy Creek; and large scale development should be carefully considered. Large vehicle access is limited to Northshore in this area due to rail bridge underpasses, which further limits emergency access/egress to this area.Christian
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Christian (37922), January 6, 2024 at 6:22 PM
I oppose this development due to the inadequate road structures that are currently in place. As a young driver, these roads are unsafe to begin with. There is no shoulder to pull off on if there is an issue. Robert
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Robert (37922), January 6, 2024 at 6:25 PM
Bottom line, the 1-E-24-RZ proposal for Harvey Road should be stopped. The area is already overloaded with homes and the roads are too narrow/dangerous for the current residents. Adding 200+ townhomes would further complicate the infrastructure that has been degradated over the past few years with the influx of people moving to the area. The roads are too narrow and overpopulated as it is and I can only imagine how many additional cars would be in the dense area if 200+ more residents were added. Please STOP this proposal and consider the people effected by this who live in the area.Rana
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Rana (37922), January 6, 2024 at 6:27 PM
I am a concerned resident living across from proposed land off Northshore & Harvey. Big concern about the traffic which is already heavy at times and a dangerous 2 lane road. Adding to the population without infrastructure in place by widening roads and looking at the schools over crowding first is something I can’t understand. We already have major concerns about the effect of the large housing complex that is being built across from Kroger Brooklawn & Concord Rd. When this gets completed the traffic will be unbearable, not to mention the overcrowding of our schools. I hope you are addressing these issues for the sake of Knox County/ Farragut.Maggie
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Maggie (37922), January 6, 2024 at 6:35 PM
The 1-E-24-RZ proposal for Harvey Road should be stopped as the area is already too crowded with homes/vehicles. This coupled with the lack of infrastructure makes this a terrible idea.. The thought of 200+ townhomes does not make sense given the area has only traditional homes and the roads are already overloaded with cars and there's limited alternative routes when roads are blocked due to accidents or construction, etc. The roads are overpopulated as it is and the additional cars that 200+ more residents would add is too much. Please STOP this proposal and think of the people living in the area that would be impacted. Thanks for your time.Haley
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Haley (37922), January 6, 2024 at 6:43 PM
The proposed 1-E-24-RZ plan for Harvey Road should be stopped as the infrastructure is lacking and the area s already at capacity with existing residents. Roads are too narrow/dangerous for the current residents so the thought of adding 200+ townhomes would further impact the infrastructure. So many people have moved to the area within the past few years so NO more homes, let alone Townhomes need to be built until the infrastructure is in place to support it.. The roads are already too narrow/overpopulated so I can only imagine how many more cars would be in the congested area if 200+ more homes were added to the mix Please STOP this proposal and consider the people effected by this who live in the area and currently dealing with the lack of infrastructure with existing homes.David
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David (37922), January 6, 2024 at 6:46 PM
In the 5 years that we've been here, traffuc on Northshore has become terrible and, at times dangerous. The this area simply cannot sustain another 5-per-acre neighborhood.Trudy
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Trudy (37922), January 6, 2024 at 6:48 PM
Northshore cannot hold this many cars it’s already way too crowded!!!!!Anne
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Anne ( 3792), January 6, 2024 at 6:52 PM
I oppose the rezoning as Northshore is becoming ever more congested and dangerous. My car was totaled out there 3 years ago as I was trying to turn into my neighborhood. Itâs most important to first consider widened roads, infrastructure, and schools when building new housing to determine what the community can safely handle.Sharon
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Sharon (37922), January 6, 2024 at 6:55 PM
In reference to the 1-E-24-RZ proposal for Harvey Road,I kindly asks on behalf of my family and friends in the area for it the be stopped. As you probably know, the area consists of traditional homes and has grown so much over the past several years. The infrastructure has been significantly impacted by this. Roads are over crowded and school buses are 3 to a seat so adding 220 or so townhomes will only further impact the area. If you consider most homes have at LEAST 2 cars so that's an additional 440+ cars on the 2 lane road that is super narrow. I kindly ask that you please STOP the proposal and consider the lives effected. James
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James (37922), January 6, 2024 at 7:00 PM
I oppose the proposed rezoning on Harvey Road. This area is already overbuilt and traffic on Northshore Road is heavy and dangerous. When there is an accident or downed tree, Northshore is blocked for hours. Improvements in roads and other infrastructure should take priority over increasing density of developments in this area and developer profits.Kelly
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Kelly (37922), January 6, 2024 at 7:12 PM
I vehemently oppose this rezoning for the following reasons. 1) We have been pleading to Knox County for almost a year now that continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs of the area. The continued irresponsible development within the area is quickly becoming a severe safety issue. 2) There are no other 5-unit/acre developments within the immediate area. The highest level of actual completed development within the area is just less than 3.5-units/acre. The majority of developments were actually developed to under 3-units/acre. So 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area. Please DENY this requests due to the Northshore & Harvey Roads safety issue but at a minimum Knox County should limit the effect on our community by greatly reducing the number of units per acre and with a written stipulation that attached housing will NOT be allowed. Please heed the voices of the community that is effected by this and voted you in office!Samuel
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Samuel (37922), January 6, 2024 at 7:22 PM
I STRONGLY oppose the rezoning of I-E-24-RZ. While I understand the need for new housing in Knox County, development along Northshore Drive in West Knox County has surpassed the capacity of infrastructure to service such growth. I commute daily on Northshore and unfortunately frequently encounter traffic backups, not to mention occasional accidents which shut the road down and render it impassable. The Planning Commission has a duty to responsibly match housing growth with that of infrastructure in order to support traffic, educational, other demands of a growing population. This development will lead to even more cars on the road which will only add to air and noise pollution, increased travel times, and limited access for emergency vehicle access. Again, an accident on Northshore, especially on the bridges, can leave the road completely blocked. The other thing to consider with regards to infrastructure is schools and buses. Currently, children are sitting 3 to a seat and the bus is at capacity. Additionally homes would mean more school age children. Our schools and buses are at capacity! Barbara
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Barbara (37919), January 6, 2024 at 7:26 PM
I strongly APPOSE the possible development near Northshore/Harvey Rd. The impact to traffic, schools and neighborhoods surrounding would be horrific. Northshore is a sweet 2 lane road with horrid traffic already. We DO NOT need another luxury development with 5 units/acre in this area!Anna
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Anna (37772), January 6, 2024 at 7:33 PM
This is not an appropriate area for what is proposed. Our roads can’t handle high density traffic! Schools and EMS aren’t ample for high density use either. Safety of the residents in the existing residential communities will be negatively affected.Ashley
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Ashley (37922), January 6, 2024 at 7:35 PM
As a resident in this community, I oppose the proposed housing development due to: concerns regarding the inadequacy of existing infrastructure, the strain on already overpopulated schools, and the perilous conditions of curvey, narrow roads. Introducing the proposed residential development in this area will exacerbate these issues, resulting in compromised safety, overcrowded schools/buses/resources, and diminished quality of life for current and future inhabitants. I strongly advocate for responsible urban planning that prioritizes the sustainable growth and well-being of our community while addressing these critical concerns.Sherry
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Sherry (37922), January 6, 2024 at 7:52 PM
My family and I strongly oppose the proposed rezoning of the proposed project at Harvey Road and S Northshore Dr. in Knox County because the infrastructure does not support the additional development in this area. A high density family development will result in more overcrowded schools in our area and school buses having a hard time to get our children to school safely due to the horrible traffic in the morning. Both entries to Harvey road are very unsafe due to the narrowness & curvature of the one lane roads. Furthermore, the emergency services are at capacity for the amount of support they can provide for current residents. Therefore, please deny additional development in the area between Choto and Harvey roads. The infrastructure simply does NOT support the development of the existing residents.Nicholas
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Nicholas (37922), January 6, 2024 at 8:18 PM
Say NO to this rezoning & NO to another so-called "development". Our QUALITY OF LIFE is going down. The Commissioners have a duty to represent our views.1. Our 2 lane shoulder-less country roads are dangerous & can't accommodate the increased traffic.
2. The Cove Park is overcrowded on the weekends & holidays (no parking).
3. Schools are at capacity & buses are beyond capable of transporting more students as they're @ 3 students per seat already (Safety for the buses/people in the area is already a major concern given how narrow the roads are.)
4. The Emergency support services are at capacity for existing residents. What is the plan to beef up the Fire & Police Departments to support 220+ more "homes?"
5.. Along the same lines, the emergency evacuation is a problem. To leave the Choto area toward Kingston Pike, we can take the curvy & narrow Northshore Dr. or the narrow Harvey Rd. to the infamous 3-way stop underpass under the train track. Commissioners should drive thru that underpass w/out scratching your vehicle then let us know how it makes sense to convert more farmland into more homes.
Please do NOT allow this to happen, our community needs our commissioners to understand the NEGATIVE impact this would have on the community from a safety & QOL view!
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James (37922), January 6, 2024 at 8:28 PM
To think that a forty acre - five unit per acre development is being considered for any section of Northshore Drive West of Pellissippi Parkway is insane. With that consideration being realty, I can only conclude that no one voting to approve this project either live in this area nor do they plan to safely traverse this area once this development is completed. Northshore Drive is not equipped to handle the amount of residents and traffic as it stands. Maybe this project is a some type of experiment to see just how far safety, traffic and the school system can be pushed without the county and state stepping in to either STOP development or produce infrastructure adequate for the population. Be sure that this citizen can see the following are the proximate results of this or any other major development in the area: more accidents will take place on Northshore Drive, commute times will increase (so will greenhouse gases), and our schools suffer with no additional resource allocation (as the current county/state regimes are concerned more about censorship, vouchers and profiting friends than teaching and leading the next generations). I respectfully ask that you deny the current rezoning request. William
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William (37922), January 6, 2024 at 9:06 PM
I am opposed to the development due to the negative impact on Northshore Drive. Adding 200 homes will dramatically increase traffic and negatively impact safety. Housing development without increasing the capacity of Northshore. It will be very disappointing to see continued development without regard to safety on the crowded roads. They should be widened before further development. Raymond
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Raymond (37772), January 6, 2024 at 9:19 PM
The area cannot support this number of additional residents!!!! The county needs to focus and spend time and their money on updating the infrastructure before any high density neighborhoods are built! The congestion/traffic in the area will just make it more worse as it is already now!!!!Greg
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Greg (37922), January 6, 2024 at 9:25 PM
I am writing to oppose the development off of Harvey Road and Northshore. This area is a family-friendly community with lots of Parks and recreation facilities. such as ball fields, boating/kayaking, walking, biking, golfing, dog parks, skateboarding, etc. Building excess housing is not the solution. This property is suited for fewer homes and less traffic. Rethink this development with this in mind. Brian
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Brian (37934), January 6, 2024 at 9:34 PM
Northshore must be improved as a condition of any future development in this area. The road is inadequate, unforgiving, and unsafe in its current condition; additional traffic will only make it worse. It is irresponsible for the Planning Commission to consider additional development in the Choto area without a firm plan for widening and improving Northshore Rd. Aliza
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Aliza (37772), January 6, 2024 at 9:50 PM
As someone who lives near the area, I am against 1-E-24-RZ due to the fact that the current configuration of Northshore Dr, in this area would not sufficiently handle the volume of traffic in the area. Itâs way too many new residents to add to the already crowded area. So many forestry areas are already being torn down to build homes, causing more animals to be in the road, which leads to more accidents, this should not be one of them. Thank you for your time. Greg
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Greg (37922), January 6, 2024 at 10:08 PM
I live in Woods at Choto. The existing roads in this area are already too congested and narrow with no shoulder. When there is a wreck it shuts down traffic for quite some time. This is a wonderful area for single dwelling homes that are expensive. This is no place for multi unit complex. Just like the other re zoning attempt earlier. This proposed construction should be in an area more conducive. That property should be used for single dwelling homes like is done for 100% of this area.Debi
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Debi (37848), January 6, 2024 at 10:10 PM
I am against the Northshore development. It is already overly congested in the area when I travel there. Please listen to the residents of the community. Karen
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Karen (37922), January 6, 2024 at 10:17 PM
I am strongly opposed to this development. This area is not suitable for high density housing. The roads are already crowded and adding 450+ cars to the road is insane. It is ok for the Farragut to say no to more development. It is ok for us to have farmland and open spaces. Not every inch of this area needs to be taken up by homes and townhomes. Please reconsider this proposal for the safety of the established neighborhoods (kids riding bikes, people walking, and bicyclists) and for the destruction of beautiful land. Stephanie
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Stephanie (37922), January 6, 2024 at 10:32 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and ours schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density development.Kara
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Kara (37922), January 6, 2024 at 10:39 PM
I am opposed to rezoning and adding another development on Northshore Drive. My concerns are that in addition to the traffic along this section of Northshore already causing many issues trying to get to school and work, we do not have the infrastructure in this area to support another development here. Our schools are stretched beyond capacity, our school buses are already packed with kids in an unsafe way, and our water supply is already so inadequate that we must have pumps to provide enough water pressure into our houses. Please pause on all further housing development until the roads, schools, and other infrastructure are able to support it. Christie
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Christie (37918), January 6, 2024 at 10:39 PM
This area is not ready to handle the additional traffic this development would bring. It will surely create a danger on the roadways and extreme frustration for the current residents and those who work and frequent the area. Until infrastructure is improved, this should not even be being thought of. Gladys
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Gladys (37922), January 6, 2024 at 11:01 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING at Northshore and Harvey. A few weeks ago a very large tree fell across Northshore Drive and traffic was halted for many hours, any medical emergency could have resulted in tragedy. The traffic is already a problem and will get so much worse with new development. We need the roads to be improved first.Michael
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Michael (37922), January 6, 2024 at 11:13 PM
I oppose this development. There is too much overcrowding in this area as is. The traffic increase this would create would be a nightmare for the area. Additionally, this development would detract from the natural beauty of the area. Karen
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Karen (37923), January 6, 2024 at 11:27 PM
The roads and infrastructure of Northshore Drive cannot support this level of density development. It creates a safety issue adding to a already overcrowded roads. JENNIFER
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JENNIFER (37922), January 7, 2024 at 8:19 AM
Traffic is bad enough and I have general safety concerns as well. I oppose this rezoning plan.Joseph
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Joseph (37922), January 7, 2024 at 8:29 AM
Totally oppose the new development without adding the appropriate and necessary infrastructure. Northshore Drive cannot handle current over capacity as it is. The road needs to be widened to relieve the constant traffic jams. And it all presents a dangerous road condition and accidents will follow. Jackie
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Jackie (37922), January 7, 2024 at 8:49 AM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive is very dangerous now, ten days ago a traffic accident victim had to be taken to the hospital by helicopter because Northshore was unpassable because of the accident. I OPPOSE THE REZONING. When wrecks occur it is difficult to get emergency help to victims because there is no center lane or road shoulder.Tony
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Tony (37772), January 7, 2024 at 9:04 AM
I do not live in Knox county presently but I would like to make a comment on the development at Harvey and S Northshore since it will effect my travel in the direction toward Farragut and Knoxville. Having housing density up to 5 units per acrea seem excessive especially since the traffic is all ready bad during the morning and evening hours in that area. If you go ahead with that zoning, S Northshore should be increased to 4 lanes.Kevin
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Kevin (37772), January 7, 2024 at 9:07 AM
The libertarian in me says that a man can do what he wants to do with his own property. After all, this is America, specifically East Tennessee, where many of us have relocated to in order to avoid ever encroaching government. That being said, the flip side of this coin states that we all have to be responsible citizens. In other words, why doesn’t the developer build bigger homes on one acre properties, instead of trying to cram as many units into a constricted space? That way, you could make the area more desirable, without overly straining the existing infrastructure. And, everyone involved could get a good return on their investment. Also, as far as Northshore Rd. goes, I wouldn’t be so quick to see it ‘upgraded’ with accessible shoulders, widen to 4 lanes, etc. If Northshore gets changed , get ready for huge developments to follow very quickly in its wake. I remember a little country intersection, with a 4 way stop, and a cute little country church on the one corner with an old adjacent graveyard. The village said that it was just going to‘ modernize’ the roads. Well, they certainly did! Within 18-24 months later the biggest high school in Illinois stood at that huge intersection, in what became Naperville IL. Watch out for what you ask for. You may get it!Cindy
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Cindy (37772), January 7, 2024 at 9:08 AM
Regarding the proposed development on Harvey Rd near Northshore Dr. This area is already heavily congested with traffic. The roads cannot handle additional traffic and will increase risk of accidents. Joe
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Joe (37922), January 7, 2024 at 9:22 AM
I would like to express my concerns about the proposed zoning change at the corner of Northshore and Harvey Rd. The infrastructure in this area is not sufficient to support high density housing. The current infrastructure reflects the low density residential housing in this community. Since there are no neighborhood and community services, all residents will be forced into the same area for these services. This will increase traffic on narrow, curvy roads, which will increase accidents, traffic delays and will overburden our schools. Infrastructure needs to be improved/expanded before the area can support an influx of population. We do not want to set a precedent for other expansions that will continue to exacerbate an already over-burdened infrastructure. Alta
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Alta (37922), January 7, 2024 at 9:27 AM
Knox County needs to have more responsible building going up, and where it is placed in regards to established neighborhoods. Way Too Many times these glutinous, developers get in and over build on our County lands. They do not care that our streets are not adequate now. Much less after their cheap builds are up and not able to handle all the extra cars. The area schools are already over crowded, do they care, NO! We've lived off Ebenezer 28 years. The traffic and needless building is ridiculous. Anja
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Anja (37772), January 7, 2024 at 10:26 AM
The current infrastructure in this area, including roads and schools, is overwhelmed as it is now. Before re-zoning, we need to address Northshore first. It is unsafe (especially by that little church st intersection Harvey/Northshore), and overcrowded already, and really needs to be a 4- lane road, to safely accommodate all the traffic on this road. Same with our schools. Due to the continued, unchecked growth of our area, Farragut schools are overcrowded and beyond capacity. What is the plan for that? Isabelle
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Isabelle (37922), January 7, 2024 at 10:27 AM
To whom it may concern, I OPPOSE THE REZONING. The roads (Northshore Dr mainly) are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and ours schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density development.Christine
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Christine (37922), January 7, 2024 at 10:36 AM
I oppose the rezoning request of 3+ houses/townhomes per acre. Northshore can not support the additional traffic. The roadways are narrow with no shoulders and steep drop off and the amount of traffic passing over this stretch is at capacity. In its current condition it is a dangerous road to travel. Farragut schools are at capacity (elementary school is utilizing portable classrooms outside the safety of a secured building). Improvements are needed to the infrastructure prior to any high density housing. Phil
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Phil (37922), January 7, 2024 at 10:40 AM
I, like others on here, oppose the rezoning. Northshore Drive HAS to be widened to at least three lanes before any large developments can occur in the area. But there are no approved plans as of now.Victor
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Victor (37922), January 7, 2024 at 10:42 AM
Please do not rezone this property to residential. There is already too much traffic on Northshore! Eric
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Eric (37922), January 7, 2024 at 10:43 AM
I am AGAINST this rezoning ordnance. I have lived in the area for over 20 years. Traffic has more than doubled. Farragut Primary, where my wife teaches is over capacity, with no firm plan in place or time frame to add an additional school. The area does not need more hi capacity housing without the infrastructure to support it. Shanan
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Shanan (37922), January 7, 2024 at 10:49 AM
Northshore is dangerous. I oppose this re-zoning. Gaylord
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Gaylord (37922), January 7, 2024 at 10:50 AM
I opposed the proposed rezoning. Traffic is already entirely too heavy, and this rezoning will become a safety issue for us.Vijay
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Vijay (37922), January 7, 2024 at 10:55 AM
I am opposed to this development as wa have big issue and needed to address Traffic issue on North Shore.Lizzie
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Lizzie (37922), January 7, 2024 at 11:02 AM
I oppose this rezoning for the following reasons. 1) We have been pleading to Knox County for almost a year now that continued development within the area should be suspended until Northshore has been upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs of the area. The continued irresponsible development within the area is quickly becoming a severe safety issue.
2) There are no other 5-unit/acre developments within the immediate area. The highest level of actual completed development within the area is just less than 3.5-units/acre. The majority of developments were actually developed to under 3-units/acre. So 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area.
Please deny the request due to the Northshore safety issue but at a minimum Knox County should limit the effect on our community by greatly reducing the number of units per acre and with a written stipulation that attached housing will NOT be allowed.
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Mike (37922), January 7, 2024 at 11:05 AM
Northshore must be widened to accommodate EXISTING traffic problems and dangers. In last few weeks alone multiple accidents, power lines downed resulting in power outages, downed trees resulting in Northshore total CLOSURE, making impossible emergency services for anyone of the thousands and thousands of people that already reside in this stretch of Northshore. Helicopter evacuation was required for another lady whom word is did not survive. Larsen Jay sent a letter to Mayor Jacobâs requesting roundabouts near us to help this matter, in which he cites TDOT data (thank you Larsen, what a gift) proving 38% increase in accidents on Northshore stretch in 2022. KCSD in 2023 reduced requirements for documenting wrecks so any data moving forward is false or at minimum skewed. Funds were reallocated to WIDEN Northshore rather than expand greenway at a time that head on fatality occurred. We are now told they are âdoing bothâ. Further, against knox code - such a development will adversely impact the character of the overall area, allowing Planning to VOTE NO, WITH JUSTIFICATION. VOTE NO.Jenifer
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Jenifer (37922), January 7, 2024 at 11:12 AM
My husband Jim and I are homeowners at 12515 Choto Mill Lane in Knoxville and we live very close to this proposed development. We strongly oppose this high-density development in this location, with one of the greatest concerns being the significant amount of additional traffic that this will add to an already over-crowded Northshore Drive. Northshore Drive serves as the main trunk line carrying traffic in this area, and it has already seen huge increases in traffic due to major housing developments over the past 5 or so years. This two-lane country road with no shoulders, simply cannot safely handle an increase of the magnitude that this high-density housing will generate. I believe that taxpayer funding needs to be spent to help improve the current infrastructure (e.g. widen roads, build new schools) which was allowed to be ignored while many earlier housing developments were approved and built...basically ignoring the the needs and quality of life of the residents that already live here. No additional developments should occur until the infrastructure is upgraded sufficiently to support not only the existing residents, but any future developments.Janet
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Janet (37922), January 7, 2024 at 11:15 AM
I oppose this rezoning request for safety reason this would add additional traffic to the already heavy traffic along North ShoreNicole
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Nicole ( 3792), January 7, 2024 at 11:17 AM
Northshore is already too narrow, has too much traffic and is dangerous.Concerned
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Concerned (37922), January 7, 2024 at 11:21 AM
Northshore Farragut resident that OPPOSES THE REZONING. A choice to allow the building of more residential structures would indicate interest in profits over doing what is right for the community. We can not access Northshore from our neighborhood in a timely manner due to the current traffic volume. We live in risk now of not being able to react to a crisis or emergency that requires basic levels of commute time. Any added traffic before road widening would create a further serious crisis. Simple logic must prevail.Noah
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Noah (37922), January 7, 2024 at 11:29 AM
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive is very dangerous now, ten days ago a traffic accident victim had to be taken to the hospital by helicopter because Northshore was unpassable because of the accident.-I OPPOSE THE REZONING.A few weeks ago a very large tree fell across Northshore Drive and traffic was halted for many hours, any medical emergency could have resulted in tragedy.
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. When wrecks occur it is difficult to get emergency help to victims because there is no center lane or road shoulder.
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Colin (37922), January 7, 2024 at 11:33 AM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and ours schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density development.-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Development: itâs more than just building houses. Development has to include widened roads, schools, and infrastructure.-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Loudon County limits rural growth to two units per acre. It is time to recognize the Northshore-Choto area has been over built and more overdevelopment is a public safety hazard.
Please DO NOT allow this proposal to go forward! My family is counting on you!
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Connie (37922), January 7, 2024 at 11:37 AM
We have been promised for 20 years Northshore Road would be widened. When there is a traffic wreck, emergency vehicles cannot get to the victims. People have died because of this. Northshore and Harvey roads have been overbuilt. This is matter of life and death. I oppose any density above two units per acre until these two roads are made safe. 20 years and promises have yet to be kept. Celina
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Celina (37922), January 7, 2024 at 11:39 AM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive has to be widened to at least three lanes. This has to start immediately but there are no approved plans now. Turning out of our neighborhood is a nightmare already. Adding 200+ townhomes to the already overpopulated area is only going to hurt the existing residents. Furthermore, the schools and buses are already overcrowded and can't handle more people without compromising the education and safety of our children. Lastly, the emergency services available are unable to handle the current population and adding 400+ more residents would only further degrade their assistance to respond. I kindly ask that you STOP this from happening for the sake of my family and friends.Adam
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Adam (37922), January 7, 2024 at 11:39 AM
I am writing in opposition to the rezoning at 1630 Harvey Rd. I am not opposed at all to well planned and managed growth within our community. My family has lived in Jefferson Park for over 10 years, and we have seen a significant and unsustainable amount of increased traffic with serious safety concerns. This is especially prevalent during the school year between 7-9am and 4-7pm. Turning left on Northshore requires taking a significant amount of risk during these hours - in fact, I make make teenage daughter turn right and go to the Choto round about just to make a left hand turn. The parks and baseball/softball fields also further overwhelm Northshore during Spring and fall sports. Knox County needs to improve and widen Northshore before continuing development in and around the Choto area. Approving the rezoning would be an egregious and intentional neglection of the current residents safety. Therefore, I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive has to be widened to at least three lanes. This has to start immediately but there are no approved plans now.Ross
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Ross (37922), January 7, 2024 at 11:44 AM
I am opposed to the zoning density change and new development planned for Northshore and Harvey. This area continues to be developed when the county has not appropriately invested in the infrastructure to support this many people. Accidents are up 30 plus percent in the last few years as noted by Laresn Jay in his letter to Mayor Jacobs back in Sept quoting a county traffic study. Every time there is an accident out here, it makes it almost impossible to route traffic because there are so limited ways in and out of this area and it’s only a two lane road. If there were a traffic accident at the same time as a medical emergency in one of these neighborhoods you wouldn’t be able to help your constituents. Until you fix the infrastructure, please stop enriching land owners and developers at the rest of our expense.nick
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nick (37922), January 7, 2024 at 11:44 AM
Traffic is horrendous to begin with and I appose this development. Safety is critical for our familiesGlynda
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Glynda (37772), January 7, 2024 at 11:51 AM
Where I currently live I often take S Northshore into Knoxville. The traffic is at times so congested I see side traffic having trouble merging into the traffice pattern. It is only a two lane road with a few turning lanes as well as the Cove Park and baseball fields in the Cove area. Adding more housing on Harvey/S Northshore Rd will only make the traffic more congested. There have been times when a wreck has happened or road work is being done on this stretch of road that the road has been closed for hours making the driver having to find a place to turn around and find another way to get to their destination. I feel the Planning Committee members should travel on this road at all times of the day, especially mornings when people are going to work and evenings when people are going home, to see just how congested the traffic can be before they make their decision about adding this amount of housing to this area.Lisa
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Lisa (37922), January 7, 2024 at 12:25 PM
I strongly appose this rezoning for the development of a high density housing unit. Highway access in the area is highly conjested and unsafe. The schools are already over crowded, bus routes are overfull, and traffic along Northshore is congested and unsafe. Additional housing is going to add to the current problems the Northshore?Choto area already face.Kevin
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Kevin (37922), January 7, 2024 at 12:25 PM
I strongly appose this rezoning for the development of a high density housing unit. Highway access in the area is highly conjested and unsafe. The schools are already over crowded, bus routes are overfull, and traffic along Northshore is congested and unsafe. Additional housing is going to add to the current problems the Northshore?Choto area already face.Min
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Min (37922), January 7, 2024 at 12:28 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Development: it’s more than just building houses. Development has to include widened roads, schools, and infrastructure.Anne
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Anne (37922), January 7, 2024 at 12:32 PM
I am writing to express my strong opposition to FILE #: 1-E-24-RZ the proposed rezoning at the Northwest side of S. Northshore Dr., east side of Harvey Rd. The addition of multi-family housing that will cause traffic and safety problems, create even more problems with schools that are already over-capacity. Traffic is a major area of concern. Traffic is heavily congested at the roundabout located at Northshore drive and Choto Road. The local neighborhood traffic will disproportionately surge during morning and evening rush hours, causing traffic issues during critical times for the existing neighborhoods. Furthermore, the 12500 block of Northshore Drive is prone to traffic accidents and has resulted in the power line poles and fence to be replaced multiple times. Schools in the area are already reported at overcapacity, and the council should not approve multi-family dwellings that creates or exacerbates a situation that will cause school concurrency to fail for this proposal and/or other approved plans.Nele
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Nele (37922), January 7, 2024 at 12:38 PM
I would like to express why I OPPOSE this plan: One of the reasons I OPPOSE THE REZONING is Loudon County limits rural growth to two units per acre. It is time to recognize the Northshore-Choto area has been over built and more overdevelopment is a public safety hazard. We need to STOP this and look to our neighboring counties as a smart example.-I also OPPOSE THE REZONING because not only is the over-development âcart before the horseâ but that itâs speeding down narrow, curvy roads and about to crash. Keep our community members safe and look at the existing infrastructure and improve it before any more developments! We do not need more homes, let alone Townhomes in this already over developed areaSonali
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Sonali (37922), January 7, 2024 at 12:42 PM
I oppose the rezoning! The traffic on northshore is very busy and it will affect safety of all.Dan
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Dan (37922), January 7, 2024 at 12:59 PM
I am much concerned about the amount of traffic this will bring to the area that already more than the roads can handle. Especially in the busy times of days. I have to set for a few minutes to pull out of Jefferson Park onto Northshore now. I see people taking chances everyday to merge into traffic. Also turning out left of Harvey Road onto Choto Road funnels traffic to the narrow underpass to proceed to Farragut. Due to the about I hope the Planning Commission turns this Rezoning down until we improve the road systems.Ilias
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Ilias (37922), January 7, 2024 at 1:02 PM
We cannot safely turn left out of here and these rezoning from Ag to 5-units per acre equates to over 200 new homes, hundreds and hundreds more cars making multiple passes on Northshore each day. We alreave over "20,000 car passes per day" in front of our entrance. Katie
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Katie (37922), January 7, 2024 at 1:08 PM
I am writing to express my opposition to the proposed rezoning request. The property in question is already in a highly populated area, and adding to this community would only further the strain on the current underdeveloped infrastructure. The main roadways of Northshore Drive and Harvey Road are very narrow with no to account for accidents or blockages. The addition of housing in this area will also put a further strain on Knox County Emergency services, which would also use those 2 main entry points for all neighborhoods in the surrounding area. The continuing of irresponsible development for the southwest corridor of the county should be recognized. I urge you to reconsider the rezoning request and take into account the concerns of the community. Thank you for your attention to this matter.Mark
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Mark (37922), January 7, 2024 at 1:09 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Development: it’s more than just building houses. Development has to include widened roads, schools, and infrastructure. Donna
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Donna (37922), January 7, 2024 at 1:12 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Loudon County limits rural growth to two units per acre. It is time to recognize the Northshore-Choto area has been over built and more overdevelopment is a public safety hazard.Paula
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Paula (37922), January 7, 2024 at 1:14 PM
I am opposed to the rezoning of this parcel of land. The intersection at Northshore and Harvey is a very narrow heavily traveled road with low visibility. It cannot support the additional traffic of townhomes or apartments. I know the farm will be developed but think 1) the roads should be improved, 2) only less density developments should be approved due to roads, schools, and utilities.Marcia
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Marcia (37922), January 7, 2024 at 1:15 PM
I am against the high density townhouse development planned on Northshore. The roads need to be improved before any more housing is allowed. The schools are too crowded right now and will be overwhelmed with this size community. It takes almost an hour for ambulance service right now and we are across the street from this planned development. Fix infrastructure first! Please!David
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David (37922), January 7, 2024 at 1:24 PM
I do not feel this is in the best interest of our community due to safety reasons. Traffic volume and the ability to commute safely is already a major issue for our area. The addition of 200 more homes, equating to well over 200 additional vehicles, will make this unbearable and lead to more accidents and further exasperate already unsafe driving conditions. Kalyan
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Kalyan (37922), January 7, 2024 at 1:25 PM
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and ours schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density development. Also, Northshore drive needs extra lanes else this will result in tragedies due to medical emergencies. vencil
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vencil (37922), January 7, 2024 at 1:25 PM
I am against any new large developments that will increase the traffic on Northshore in the Choto area and beyond. There is currently an overload of traffic that Northshore can barely handle now, and any significant increase will result in more traffic accidents. Thus, I implore the Commissioners to not authorize this development.Lucinda
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Lucinda (37922), January 7, 2024 at 1:56 PM
We cannot support more traffic congestion on Northshore. It is already near impossible to commute down the road. It is too dangerous to add more homes requiring egress onto the road.Kathy
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Kathy (37772), January 7, 2024 at 2:20 PM
We do not support development of any multi family units, especially apartments. Traffic is building on this tract area with all the other developments in the 5 Mile radius. The roads are narrow on Northshore and Harvey and there are no sidewalks with no evidence of any planned, to help with increased residential walking safety. The entire issue revolves around the problem with not being able to widen Northshore Rd and additionally Harvey road as well. Shane
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Shane (37922), January 7, 2024 at 2:26 PM
I oppose the rezoning of 1630 Harvey Road. There are too many houses and cars in the South northshore choto area and the roads are not able to keep up with current demand. Northshore roads need to be expanded by 2 lanes both ways before additional housing can be considered. Developments should be limited to 2 houses per acre. Richard
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Richard (37922), January 7, 2024 at 2:36 PM
I strongly oppose this development for several reasons. Northshore is already struggling to withstand current traffic. This development will further cause traffic issues and Northshore is far from ready to allow this. Furthermore, this area is precious due to the beauty around us and lack of high density housing. Continuing to build will not only degrade the uniqueness around us, it will decrease our property value. There is no benefit this development can give to this community.Jennifer
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Jennifer (37922), January 7, 2024 at 2:41 PM
Northshore Road is already too small, insufficient roads, narrow and dangerous for as many homes and residents that go up and down the roads. The infrastructure doesn't allow for another 200 plus homes, condos or any sort of housing to be put down this way. First thing that really needs to happen is to make Northshore a 4 lane road, or very least widening with shoulders on both sides. Valerie
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Valerie (ksbur), January 7, 2024 at 2:43 PM
On behalf of the N-shore/Choto area, I strongly OPPOSE the rezoning proposal to 5 high density units per acre or any housing development in the area. Traffic is a big concern as well as; schools at capacity and no new school for 2.5-3 yrs build time, no room for more portables at some Farragut schools, water supply/usage issues, no good emergency exit plan (happened years ago due to a train derailment with dangerous chemicals), and dangerous to pull out of many neighborhoods with all the traffic coming both ways. To add more housing, high density especially is INSANE!Terry
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Terry (37922), January 7, 2024 at 2:49 PM
I am strongly opposed to this proposal. Responsible development involves much more than creating new housing. Responsible development must include widened roads, additional school capacity, and infrastructure. These things must come BEFORE the housing. I have lived in this area for 20 years and many of the reasons that I moved here are disappearing because of overdevelopment of this area. Northshore drive in West Knox county has become very dangerous because no significant upgrades have been made while overdevelopment has resulted in huge increases in traffic flow... or frequently no/slow flow.John
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John (37922), January 7, 2024 at 2:59 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING.A few weeks ago, a very large tree fell across Northshore Drive, and traffic was halted for many hours; any medical emergency could have resulted in tragedy. I further OPPOSE THE REZONNING. Northshore Drive is very dangerous now, ten days ago a traffic accident victim had to be taken to the hospital by helicopter because Northshore was unpassable because of the accident. I further OPPOSE THE REZONING. The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic, and our schools are overcrowded because of continuous high-density development. Jeannette
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Jeannette (37922), January 7, 2024 at 3:01 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive is very dangerous now, ten days ago a traffic accident victim had to be taken to the hospital by helicopter because Northshore was unpassable because of the accident.Krista
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Krista (37922), January 7, 2024 at 3:01 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. When wrecks occur, it is difficult to get emergency help to victims because there is no center lane or road shoulder. I further OPPOSE THE REZONING. Loudon County limits rural growth to two units per acre. It is time to recognize the Northshore-Choto area has been overbuilt, and more overdevelopment is a public safety hazard.kelly
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kelly (7772), January 7, 2024 at 3:06 PM
I live just across the county line and can say with confidence that the current roads are
Not safe to handle additional traffic. I have lived here over a decade and the traffic increases are
Alarming. I will miss the cows. Another family farm is lost. Sharon
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Sharon (37922), January 7, 2024 at 3:13 PM
Opposed to the rezoning. Northshore from Campbell station is too narrow and cannot accommodate our traffic already. The road is much too narrow and unforgiving. A hazard for Rescue vehicles to safely and quickly get to emergencies. OA
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OA (37934), January 7, 2024 at 3:16 PM
Far West Knoxville, McFee Rd, Harvey, Virtue, Boyd Station, West Northshore And Choto is not adequately prepared for such additional growth. Roads are narrow and not adequate for the traffic we have and growth would make it considerably worse. Schools are already overcrowded, even with proposed options, will not be adequate to house additional students. I would be interested in the environmental impact study, along with proper roadway/traffic improvement proposal as this development will affect all areas mentioned above. Mike
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Mike (37922), January 7, 2024 at 3:18 PM
Opposed to the rezoning. We already have tons of traffic issues on this one-lane rd and there are multiple times per year where we have had traffic backed up for large periods of time because of this highway. We cannot have 200+ new homes built here before we have the roads redone.Tamara
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Tamara (37922), January 7, 2024 at 3:25 PM
This area is already becoming unsafe with lots of accidents and more homes will just cause more congestion. It is already difficult to get out of neighborhoods on Northshore Dr. The infrastructure needs to be fixed before any more homes, especially in mass quantity should be allowed to be be built. The infrastructure just does not support it. It is becoming unsafe for us and our children to drive.Curt
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Until our infrastructure is improved, Northshore really cannot handle more traffic. There is no public transportation. There really is no where for these residents to shop without transportation. Patty
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Patty (37922), January 7, 2024 at 3:28 PM
I am strongly opposed to further high-density development (3 or 5 units per acre being proposed) along Northshore Drive at Harvey Rd. without some substantial infrastructure improvements coming first to Northshore Drive. Shane
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Shane (37922), January 7, 2024 at 3:37 PM
I absolutely OPPOSE THE REZONING. The roads are already heavily congested and cannot handle any more traffic and our schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density development. The roadway congestion in this area is already at an excess and to consider increasing it without any improvement to the current infrastructure and services would be irresponsible and potentially hazardous to everyone in this area. Mignonne
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Mignonne (37922), January 7, 2024 at 4:26 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS:1 - Northshore Drive is very dangerous now, ten days ago a traffic accident victim had to be taken to the hospital by helicopter because Northshore was unpassable because of the accident. And a few weeks before that a very large tree fell across Northshore Drive and traffic was halted for many hours, any medical emergency could have resulted in tragedy. When wrecks occur it is difficult to get emergency help to victims because there is no center lane or road shoulder.
2 - The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and our schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density development.
3 - Development: itâs more than just building houses. Development has to include widened roads, schools, and infrastructure.
4 - Loudon County limits rural growth to two units per acre. It is time to recognize the Northshore-Choto area has been over built and more overdevelopment is a public safety hazard.
5 - An additional car on Northshore equals an additional car in Farragut. This area can't handle any more traffic.
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Barbara (37922), January 7, 2024 at 4:26 PM
I strongly oppose the proposed development at S. Northshore and Harvey Road as neither Northshore nor Harvey Road are constructed to support any new development. Northshore is narrow, without shoulders, has blind hills and is unsuitable for heavy traffic, especially during "rush" hours in the morning and the afternoon which now appear to last for hours. If we had an emergency during peak hours, we would have no alternatives as traffic is stopped on Northshore due to buses and commuter traffic or trying to get through the railroad underpass on Harvey Road, always a challenge. Until Knox County is willing or able to provide more connector routes, like Concord Road to siphon off some of the traffic, there is no reason to approve any new development. The schools are already a challenge [note the proposed school on McFee that was cancelled as no buses could get through the underpass] and Northshore is often blocked for several minutes as buses load and unload children safely. In the alternative, I would suggest as low density a subdivision as possible, no more than one to two houses per acre to minimize the number of vehicles in the road. Dave
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Dave (37922), January 7, 2024 at 4:33 PM
I ask that you please not rezone the Harvey Road area in question. I retired from the military in 2018 and we moved to Knox County specifically for it's quality of life. It didn't take long for us to realize that we had moved to a very poorly planned area of the County. The infrastructure in the Northshore Drive/Choto Road area is certainly not adequate. There is too much traffic on a very dangerous road. Any addition to the population in this particular area is not only worrisome, but dangerous. Dangerous to me, my family, and every other resident and visitor to this area of Knox County who must utilize these roads because of the limited number of thoroughfares around the water.Glenna
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Glenna (37922), January 7, 2024 at 5:01 PM
I'd like to express my concern over the proposed density of 4/5 units per acre on this property. As duly noted, the surrounding neighborhoods are maximum 3 units per acre and there are none with attached dwellings or zero lot line dwellings. The tight, two lane roads in the area are at capacity particularly during morning and evening rush hours, during softball season along Concord Park and any time there are cyclist and maintenance crews trimming and collecting debris. The very narrow train underpass at Harvey Road and Boyd Station is the only direct access to Kingston Pike west of Virtue Road. Although it is impossible to stop growth, the infrastructure should be in place before development occurs in order to ensure safety and quality of life for tax-paying residents. Thank you for your consideration to these issues in our area.Veerle
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Veerle (37922), January 7, 2024 at 5:13 PM
I am opposed to the rezoning, as Northshore simply cannot handle the increased traffic this project would bring. Before any large housing projects can be considered, serious planning needs to be done to widen Northshore.Mike
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Mike (37922), January 7, 2024 at 5:18 PM
Once again, high density housing in such a rural area is NOT acceptable. The infrastructure in this area is NOT able to support such high density housing. The new community developments in recent years and current developments underway have been and will continue to over-stress the current infrastructure. Our roads are largely un-improved, narrow, lack drop-off barriers, and are rarely re-lined, just to name a few major issues. Frequent traffic back-ups and head-on collisions (near miss head-on collisions) are an everyday occurrence. The way the Tennessee river wraps around this area means there are few ways to enter and exit this area, which is the cause of the current traffic issues. We already have way too much traffic and speeding drivers and no local police to enforce the current speed limits. The current volume of construction trucking and equipment is already MORE THAN PROBLEMATIC, its dangerous! Such being the case, this application needs to be and must be soundly denied.Anthony
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Anthony ( 3792), January 7, 2024 at 5:28 PM
See pdf I oppose the rezoning of this property.View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240107172842.pdf
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Erin (37922), January 7, 2024 at 5:49 PM
I oppose this rezoning. Development plans should include adding appropriate resources to infrastructure, utilities, education, and safety before even considering adding more residents to this area. Most importantly, northshore rd. is incredibly unsafe. It takes over 5 minutes to turn left out of our neighborhood on school mornings and I have witnessed more near misses, sideswiped, blown off side mirrors between the roundabouts at Choto and Concord just these last few months to last me a lifetime. Do not pass this rezoning. Eric
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Eric (37922), January 7, 2024 at 5:53 PM
I write to oppose the rezoning for the development of a high density housing unit. Highway access in the area is highly conjested and unsafe. This development would seriously degrade highway safety, traffic flow, property values, and overall quality of life in the area. Please slow development in this area until the infrastructure can safely support it.Lori
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Lori ( 379), January 7, 2024 at 5:56 PM
I am opposed to any further development in this area. I am a resident of Choto Fields. Please hear us when we say, slow down with the development in this area. There are so many projects currently underway that you can’t possibly know the impact it will have on us currently living here. There is no way to do an accurate traffic study, schools are at capacity. Please hear us. Terri
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Terri (37772), January 7, 2024 at 5:57 PM
Why can't there be a better plan to accomidate more traffic and overcrowded schools BEFORE a huge subdivision is built? Developers don't care about the quality of what they left behind, just how much money they'll make. We do not need another huge subdivision in this area unless there is an overhaul of the road situationSheryl
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Sheryl (37772), January 7, 2024 at 6:18 PM
As a neighbor in Loudon County, I wholeheartedly OPPOSE this development. The roads/schools/infrastructure does not support this type of development. Where are the kids supposed to go to school in already overwhelmed classes? The roads out here are very narrow and can barely support the current traffic flow. Please - listen to your constituents and oppose this development.Darrell
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Darrell (37922), January 7, 2024 at 6:20 PM
I oppose the further construction of high-density housing on Harvey Road and Northshore Drive at the site mentioned above. Due to the current condition of the roads, it is not feasible to increase traffic density further in the area before the roads are widened to at least 3 lanes and "shoulders" to the road are built. Currently, if there is a life-threatening accident in the area, the road conditions on Northshore hinder emergency traffic to be able to get to the injured person in a timely fashion, therefore a bad outcome with permanent disabilities and even death could occur. Also, the schools are over-crowded in this area which could ultimately lead to decreased quality of education if more schools are not built before more construction is brought to the area. Again, the area already has a highly dense population and traffic, therefore in my opinion I think the roads should be widened to at least three lanes and there should be more school development before further high-density development is even considered and brought to the area. Thank you for your time and attention!Kathleen
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Kathleen (37772), January 7, 2024 at 7:00 PM
I strongly oppose rezoning for this Harvey project….or any rezoning in this area. You cannot rezone for high density housing without first dealing with the infrastructure. Northshore is 2 narrow lanes/bridges, no shoulder or sidewalks. No other option in/out, since Choto and all other roads are the same…narrow 2 lanes, no shoulder. Traffic is horrendous, especially at rush hours. t’s getting worse with each new development. No good options with current infrastructure. Troy
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Troy (37922), January 7, 2024 at 7:01 PM
We are deeply concerned about the proposed new development in our community due to the existing poor infrastructure of our schools and roads. The current state of our infrastructure is already strained, and adding a new development without addressing these issues will only exacerbate the situation. Therefore, we cannot support this new development until adequate measures are taken to improve our infrastructure to meet the needs of our community.Rollin
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Rollin (37922), January 7, 2024 at 7:07 PM
I don’t think this should go through do to over crowding of traffic lack of schools and services. Property values will fall. If this is supported it’s time to elect those who will act in good faith to their constituents that they are suppose to serve. John
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John (37934), January 7, 2024 at 7:14 PM
My wife and I are opposed to the requested zoning by Cook Brothers. The traffic on Northshore is awful and will only be made worse by adding a project with the higher density requested. Fix the infrastructure first, I.e. Northshore Drive before even considering such a requestJessica
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Jessica (37922), January 7, 2024 at 8:13 PM
We are writing to request the opposition of this rezoning request. Northshore from Choto Rd to Harvey Rd is still a rural road that is utilized as a biking road, as well as a main road traveled for some areas. As it currently sits, this road cannot handle an influx of traffic and is already extremely dangerous for bikers and drivers. Additionally, driving down Northshore from the choto roundabout, where the traffic would feed into, is a heavily congested throughout the day. The infrastructure is just not out here yet. Joann
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Joann (37922), January 7, 2024 at 8:17 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and ours schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density development.Duke
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Duke (37922), January 7, 2024 at 8:20 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. An additional car on Northshore equals an additional car in Farragut. This area can't handle any more traffic.Duke
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Duke (37922), January 7, 2024 at 8:23 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and ours schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density development.Lora
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Lora (37922), January 7, 2024 at 8:31 PM
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. The roads are underbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and our schools are overcrowded. Our community cannot support high density development of any kind. Jeffrey
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Jeffrey (37922), January 7, 2024 at 8:36 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. The Northshore-Choto area has currently expanded to its resource limits. Until there are additional resources added to support the continued growth, we should suspend additional housing development. I suggest that we expand Northshore drive or upgrade Choto/McFee/Harvey road to provide alternative routes into the area (as was done with Campbell Station/Concord). thank you.Jason
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Jason (37922), January 7, 2024 at 9:31 PM
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. When wrecks occur it is difficult to get emergency help to victims because there is no center lane or road shoulder. I strongly oppose the rezoning and this future development on Northshore Dr. at Harvey Rd. We did not elect our representatives, within the county commission, to vote or allow over populating the Choto area. We must stop all current and future developers from building these high density residential communities in the Choto area. The land destroying developers can go build in seymour, or go east.-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive has to be widened to at least three lanes. This has to start immediately but there are no approved plans now.
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and our schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Development: itâs more than just building houses. Development has to include widened roads, schools, and infrastructure.
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Ashley (37922), January 7, 2024 at 9:39 PM
The infrastructure surrounding this land is not equipped for this type of development.John
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John ( 3792), January 7, 2024 at 9:54 PM
I am concerned about safety on the roads there are too many cars for this infrastructure. Unless the planning commission is ready to recommend significant investments in roads and schools -our current infrastructure cannot handle this.Nicole
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Nicole (37922), January 7, 2024 at 10:28 PM
I oppose the rezoning request. Northshore drive is deathly dangerous and it is unruly and wholly unacceptable that the planning department has, one week prior to public hearing, already voted to ârecommendâ the change. Additionally, Knox County has repeatedly failed to erect proper signage to notify public. This is unacceptable. VOTE NO. Bernard
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Bernard (37922), January 8, 2024 at 1:17 AM
This development will overburden the already congested Northshore Rd that is one lane in each direction with several roundabouts. This will also require additional school buses for children living there which will further congest daily traffic. The railroad bridge at the north end of Choto Rd and Old Stage road also does not allow for the additional traffic this new subdivision will cause. As it is you can only safely get one vehicle under the bridge at any given time. Until the county builds out the road infrastructure to accommodate high density population growth, we cannot be adding additional high congestion traffic to the area. It is not safe. When a traffic accident occurs, it would back up traffic for miles, not giving people any alternative routes. There is only two ways into that area by road. One is by Choto Rd and the other is by Harvey Rd. Choto, Harvey and Northshore are all one lane roads in each direction. They can barely handle the traffic they have now, far less adding more from high density population neighborhoods. Build the road infrastructure first, then add the high density residential housing. Richard
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Richard (37922), January 8, 2024 at 6:25 AM
The consistent ongoing attempts to rezone low-density zoned land and agricultural land in West Knox County's South Northshore region corridor to multi-dwelling units frustrates me, and I outright oppose this. Given the current in-place infrastructure, the proposed rezoning request for the site at the intersection of S. Northshore and Harvey Road is not feasible. Due to inadequate infrastructure, anyone using this region daily - including schoolchildren - runs the danger of getting hurt or worse. The natural beauty and wildlife habits of Knox and Loudon Counties have seen significant changes due to the construction of new housing projects with small acreage per home in recent years. West Knoxville has emerged as a hub for several high-density residential developments recently. Before rezoning and developing further projects like this in this area, please fix the current challenges, including inadequate infrastructure, our congested school system, and the storm water drainage challenges of the Northshore Corridor.Kelly
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Kelly (37922), January 8, 2024 at 6:28 AM
Northshore is already dangerous and we do not approve of this rezoning Barry
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Barry (37922), January 8, 2024 at 6:33 AM
I oppose this development. Our current infrastructure and road situation will not be able to handle this many more homes.James
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James (37922), January 8, 2024 at 6:58 AM
I do not support the rezoning to allow additional density/development in the Northshore/Harvey Rd area because traffic is a nightmare and the roads are inadequate to handle additional traffic at this time. Please work on infrastructure first and then consider building more housing. Josh
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Josh (37922), January 8, 2024 at 7:02 AM
Northshore drive is becoming more congested each day, and the road is in desperate need of work. Before any other developments are approved this needs to be addressed, and solved for. Seth
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Seth (37922), January 8, 2024 at 7:29 AM
I oppose this rezoning. 1) Northshore road cannot handle more vehicle traffic. Major road modifications would need upgraded to handle the current and future traffic needs
2) The roads leading in and out of the area are very narrow and do not accommodate higher density housing.
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Amanda (37922), January 8, 2024 at 7:37 AM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. More units means more traffic on Northshore. Northshore is already very dangerous from heavy traffic. When wrecks occur it is difficult to get emergency help to victims because there is no center lane or road shoulder.Donna
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Donna (37922), January 8, 2024 at 7:49 AM
The increase in traffic from 200 more homes on the super busy single lane Northshore Dr. would greatly affect our Jefferson Park neighborhood. Getting out of the neighborhood is already very difficult. We cannot continue to have huge neighborhoods put in this area. Please cancel this request for a new neighborhood.Connie
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Connie (37922), January 8, 2024 at 8:05 AM
Our current infrastructure along with Northshore Drive is not designed to support additional communities. Our roads are not wide enough to support existing traffic in this area. Please reconsider this rezoning.Sara
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Sara (37922), January 8, 2024 at 8:25 AM
I appose the rezoning and development of this property. The roads and infrastructure surrounding it can not support it. My mother was recently involved in a head-on collision on Northshore. This could have had a tragic ending because the road is so narrow, it is impossible for emergency vehicles to access during a lane blockage of any sort. I implore you fix this situation before allowing any more development in this area.Menno
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Menno (37922), January 8, 2024 at 8:29 AM
I am responding to the recent request to provide low density residential units on a currently vacant property. In recent years, due to the additions of several residential areas, Northshore and surrounding roads have become excessively congested, leading to faster erosion of Northshore Drive itself. This congestion has led to an increase in traffic delays, vehicle collissions, crime, and littering. Without properly increasing capacity by widening roads, installing traffic signals, and adding alternate traffic routes, the addition being proposed will undoubtedly lead to unsustainable strain on the area's infrastructure. I therefore plead to first improve the area's infrastructure prior to considering additional residential and commercial structures.Colleen
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Colleen (37922), January 8, 2024 at 8:33 AM
I live in Falcon point my house runs along Northshore and in my backyard there is a drainage basin, which directly runs into this proposed land development. I had the Knox County flood engineers come over about three years ago to look at the basin, because no maintenance has been done on it in over 15 years. The flood engineers told me and the HOA that the next big flood will flood my house and the neighbors houses and still nothing has been done to fix our houses from being flooded. this development will just add to that flooding risk. something needs to be done about keeping up with our flood safety before we add more houses to North Shore. Also the infrastructure, the traffic, and the narrow lanes are very unsafe at more houses more people on this dangerous street. the schools are already completely overcrowded. Knox county needs to take care of the flooding risk, infrastructure, and our kids education and safety before allowing another development to worsen the already existing problems that the residence of this area have been complaining about. Also residence of this area moved here to live in a more country style surroundings. we do not want townhouses invading our area country like area and ruining everything we love about our Choto.Liz
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Liz (37922), January 8, 2024 at 8:36 AM
I live in the Arbor Gate neighborhood and request that you vote no on this development. The roads, utilities, schools, and emergency services cannot support this level of growth.Jim
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Jim (37922), January 8, 2024 at 9:21 AM
I urge you to carefully consider the implications of this proposal for a new neighborhood in the far west area of Northshore, and vote NO. The roads are narrow, with no shoulders, and are already extremely congested, with no room for error for drivers and pedestrians. The posted speed limit is routinely exceeded, and there is rarely the presence of Knox County Sheriff's in the area of the proposed development. Your approval of this proposal will exasperate an already unsafe situation, which has, to date, not been addressed by infrastructure to support an increased load of traffic. Your approval now will be premature, and a dereliction of your duty to maximize safety for Knox County residents.Before voting, I urge every commissioner to drive this area at peak times, to see for yourselves that infrastructure improvements are critical and must be accomplished before approval of any additional such projects in this area. Thank you.Brent
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Brent (37922), January 8, 2024 at 9:23 AM
I am opposed to the proposed development at Northshore and Harvey Rd. Northshore is already dangerous, and the existing roads need to be widened BEFORE any developments like this one are approved. Fix the roads, and you won't have a problem from people like me with new developments. Those of us who live out here know how dangerous it is RIGHT NOW, despite what any traffic study may say. Don't sacrifice the safety of us and our children to line the pockets of developers who will do their thing and then leave us all to deal with the consequences.Jane
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Jane ( 3777), January 8, 2024 at 9:24 AM
There is no room to add a high density housing area. Northshore is over crowded as it is. Within the last few months traffic has increased and you can't get anywhere without a wait. Accidents and those roundabouts don't help. I thought Farragut wanted to keep more of the 'green' areas. Guess money trumps that. Please stop ruining the places we move to get away from crowds of people and let us enjoy trees and wildlife. Also the schools can't handle anymore and the infrastructure just isn't there for more cars and homes.Janine
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Janine (37922), January 8, 2024 at 9:29 AM
I am Strongly Opposing the rezoning - too much traffic and accidents already. It’s dangerous for our families. Please don’t approve rezoning. Jim
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Jim (37922), January 8, 2024 at 9:41 AM
I disagree with this project as the traffic in our area is already beyond the infrastructure and will cause nothing but more headaches in the area. I am 100% against this project. Thank youGary
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Gary (37922), January 8, 2024 at 9:43 AM
Farragut township should provide adequate roads into these areas of mixed residential and farmland prior to continuing to build more homes. The Northshore road is backed up daily during rush hours and presents challenges for emergency vehicles. I’m not entirely sure about the rules or guidelines to infrastructure but it seems Farragut maybe getting ahead of itself putting the cart before the horse so to speak. Moreover, as the already in progress subdivisions are completed we can expect even more pressure on these roads. Farragut commissioners should come up with a plan to manage this before green lighting more housing projects.john
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john (37922), January 8, 2024 at 9:50 AM
Northshore drive is already a death trap. Way 2 much traffic and terrible infrastructure. continuing to add housing and traffic is irresponsible.Kathryn
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Kathryn (37922), January 8, 2024 at 9:56 AM
I am in opposition to the rezoning for the safety and security of the residents who travel Northshore. Traffic is extremely heavy and very dangerous. Please consider the overload on schools, side roads and our law enforcement. Please vote NO, Darrel
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Darrel (37922), January 8, 2024 at 10:08 AM
We cannot safely turn left, as it is now, from our neighborhood entrance. The rezoning from Ag to 5-units per acre equates to over 200 new homes, hundreds and hundreds more cars making multiple passes on Northshore each day. Please as do not approve this zoning change.Jeanette
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Jeanette (37922), January 8, 2024 at 10:12 AM
PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE do NOT add any multi-unit housing around Northshore. This road is already too busy and dangerous. Lori
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Lori (37922), January 8, 2024 at 10:16 AM
I strongly oppose this rezoning. The roads cannot accommodate any more traffic in this area. Everyday our lives are in Jeopardy just trying to get to work and home. It’s ridiculous and you are ruining what used to be a nice area. Please re consider this decision. Patsy
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Patsy (37922), January 8, 2024 at 10:23 AM
I oppose the rezoning because the infrastructure to support such a development should be in place first. Northshore is already hazardous to drive - don’t make it any worse, please.Regina
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Regina (37772), January 8, 2024 at 10:25 AM
I am against rezoning the land on Harvey and Northshore at this time. Knox Count owes the citizens of this area safe roads and sidewalks. I see people walking along Harvey Rd which has no shoulder, let alone sidewalks. There is no way to leave these developments without a car. Are there plans for the greenway to be extended? Are there any thoughts about a park out this way? Cove Park is heavily used, the Y MCA is very small with no area to add green space. If this farm could be developed with some outdoor community space and walkways it could enhance the area. Big developments like Shady Glen packed in houses, no trees, no greenway, no way to walk anywhere. Developers need to enhance an area, not just cram in houses and walk away. It’s 2024 people, we should be able to plan and make our space better , more environmentally and people friendly. We are loosing the opportunity to develop well for the future. Ken
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Ken (37922), January 8, 2024 at 10:26 AM
I respectfully ask for reconsideration on the Harvey/Northshore Build. Honestly with the endless traffic and narrow roads and at the county line with Lenoir Cities traffic and an exaggerated amount of new builds this is a bad idea. We have at least 4 large neighborhoods with many, many children. Our neighborhood Falcon Point has over 100 children. So many horror stores of children left at school because of no seating, 3 to a seat and children on the floors of the busâ¦it gets worse in bad weather. I can go on⦠Lack of service ambulance, fire, hospital services. Everyone expected normal homes to be built. We never expected townhomes that donât conform to this area. And I could go onâ¦. We respectfully ask for consideration on this build.Kim
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Kim (37902), January 8, 2024 at 10:40 AM
See attached fileView Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240108104046.pdf
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Cassandra (37772), January 8, 2024 at 10:56 AM
Please see my attached comments. In short I would like to see this development and rezoning request rejected. We need more infrastructure improvements before more development and we need more affordable housing not more luxury housing. This property could also be developed by the county for use as a school, sports complex and or senior housing. Richard
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Richard (37922), January 8, 2024 at 10:57 AM
I am 100% against the rezoning. Northshore drive is already too congested and is a hazard, in addition, infrastructure of the community is not adequate.Emily
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Emily (37922), January 8, 2024 at 11:04 AM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and our schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density development. I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Loudon County limits rural growth to two units per acre. It is time to recognize the Northshore-Choto area has been over built and more overdevelopment is a public safety hazard.Betty
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Betty (37922), January 8, 2024 at 11:26 AM
North shore can not physically handle anymore more traffic . It impacts the good working order of Jefferson Park. We cannot safely turn left out of here and these rezoning from Ag to 5-units per acre equates to over 200 new homes, hundreds and hundreds more cars making multiple passes on Northshore each day. We already over "20,000 car passes per day" in front of our neighborhood! It is literally impossible to turn out of my neighborhood some days I have to go right go to the roundabout and come back and it is a huge an inconvenience! And most importantly it is unsafe with the current speeding and reckless driving . Mary
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Mary (37934), January 8, 2024 at 11:27 AM
Please do not approve this rezoning. Northshore, and other roads in this area, cannot handle the traffic of more development. Northshore must be widened if developments are going to be approved. Andrew
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Andrew (37922), January 8, 2024 at 11:28 AM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive has to be widened before any discussion occurs on rezoning. The road in its current state cannot accommodate this proposal without creating additional safety and traffic concerns above and beyond the current issues with the road.Darin
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Darin (37922), January 8, 2024 at 11:31 AM
To whom this may concern. Please do not pass this rezoning for 200 plus more homes ! The current Northshore community can’t even pull out of our neighborhood. I personally have seen and been affected by the high traffic and speeding . Our best friend was in the turn lane to pull in and side swiped by passing traffic . I physically cannot pull out and turn left when leaving for work. It is out of control and dangerous. We have lived here 3 years and we have had our power out at a minimum of 4 times each year for very serious wrecks in front of our neighborhood to the left. Marion
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Marion (37772), January 8, 2024 at 11:35 AM
I oppose the development 1-E-24-RZ 1630 Harvey Rd until Northshore can handle the additional stress put on traffic flow and the utilities are upgraded to supply the additional residents. I live at Northshore and Harvey and our water pressure is consistently weak due to the tremendous amount of residents. Additionally, the county has never maintained this end of Northshore past Harvey and the double switchback curve is dangerous.Steven
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Steven (37922), January 8, 2024 at 11:35 AM
I am resident of Falcon Pointe, which is directly across the street from the proposed development. I am opposed to this new development for the traffic, safety, and infrastructure reasons cited by others. This section of Northshore simply cannot handle additional traffic. Commissioners: please do not approve this project.John
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John (37922), January 8, 2024 at 11:36 AM
I would like to express my opposition to the planned subdivision at Harvey and Northshore 1-E-24-RZ. The plan of 5 units per acre is out of character with the area, which most subdivisions are closer to 3 unite per acre. The infrastructure in the area cannot handle more traffic. There is no way to widened Northshore Drive to accommodate additional lanes. The schools are overcrowded as is and a new school is several years away at the earliest. I am aware thar development is going to continue, I just ask that the density of the homes in the area be controlled and kept 3-3.5 homes per acre. My young children drive these roads daily along with my wife and myself, the danger that the increased traffic has presented in recent years due to the over building without regards to infrastructure is irresponsible. Please deny this request for rezoning.Kristi
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Kristi (37772), January 8, 2024 at 11:37 AM
Please see short file. Much time spent in thought on this. Thank you.View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240108113713.pdf
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Laura (37922), January 8, 2024 at 12:01 PM
Northshore has too many vehicles and is too dangerous already. I oppose this rezoning. Noelle
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Noelle (37922), January 8, 2024 at 12:12 PM
While I certainly understand the rapid growth Knoxville and Knox County are currently experiencing and subsequently the need for additional housing developments, I have serious concerns with the density numbers submitted in this latest proposed development. The growth centered in the Harvey/Choto Road vicinity and even that of adjoining areas such as McFee and Virtue has been explosive in the last two years. We have not yet even begun to feel the impact of the Saddlebrook McFee development as the build-out has just begun. The traffic patterns, lack of an ability to divert traffic out of these areas, and overcrowding of facilities and schools in the area are of major concern. Although I am not against additional housing, I am against any additional development until Knox County spends money expanding and updating the infrastructure to support this proposed development. These roads have remained the same for decades with no forethought to the massive migration that has occurred and is continuing to occur in these areas. The overcrowding to the few schools available is also of major concern. Knox County has also done a very poor job of stewarding the density and requiring developers to include greenspace in these projects. You are transforming beautiful rural communities into acres of "knox box" housing with no forethought to the damage to overall beautification or community landscape. There can and needs to be a balance! Kathy
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Kathy (37922), January 8, 2024 at 12:14 PM
I do not approve of the rezoning of Northshore and Harvey. I do not approve of the multi-family homes that could possibly be built there. The far west end of Knox County is running out of green space. The roads cannot support the amount of traffic that would be created. The schools cannot support the amount of students . Build another school? There's no more land for that. Paul
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Paul (37922), January 8, 2024 at 12:20 PM
It is absolute INSANITY to add homes of any type in this area without building the appropriate infrastructure. I understand that land owners should be allowed to sell their land, I would not want to be denied the right to sell my land if I wanted to/needed to. I do however think that there needs to be a moratorium on building west of the Concord Road/Northshore roundabout to Loudon County until the infrastructure can support it. There needs to be an immediate plan to widen the road, fix the water drainage issues, build new schools, etc. before any additional building occurs. We need to understand that we still, for the time being, live in a country that mostly believe that "WE THE PEOPLE" run the country through our elected officials. I strongly request that our County Elected Officials stop their current behavior and start realizing that they work for us.Dawn
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Dawn (37772), January 8, 2024 at 12:32 PM
This should not be passed with this many homes crammed in on an acre. It will cause more major traffic congestion on an already fragile infrastructure of Northshore and Harvey where we live. Please consider this. Thank you.Cindi
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Cindi (37922), January 8, 2024 at 12:51 PM
Ant dense housing project off Northshore Drive ot Harvey Road area would be a disaster for folks commuting to work. This two lane toad is already a hazard. Just recently someone had to be life flighted out after a car crash because emergency vehicles could not get through. Please do not let greedy developers ruin the quality of life and safety of our citizens. Otherwise, I will work tirelessly to demand a wider Northshore drive.JeanAnn
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JeanAnn (37772), January 8, 2024 at 1:08 PM
We are not residents of Knox County, but rather of Loudon County, living just down the street from this proposed development. We do not oppose growth and development for the area, IF it is planned growth and development. The INFRASTRUCTURE should be considered PRIOR to developing every square inch of farmland available. SAFETY should be first and foremost in this consideration, followed by school systems. PLEASE stop this craziness of developing land into residential areas until there is an answer for infrastructure to support all people living in the areas, including the needs of children, our future for this area. Consideration should also include road/traffic flow, fire protection, and law enforcement. Rosemarie
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Rosemarie (37922), January 8, 2024 at 1:11 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. When wrecks occur it is difficult to get emergency help to victims because there is no center lane or road shoulder. Northshore Drive is very dangerous now, ten days ago a traffic accident victim had to be taken to the hospital by helicopter because Northshore was unpassable because of the accident. Traffic is already very busy, and many people speed. There are no shoulders in most places. I have seen several near misses. The danger is already at the limit. Please do not rezone and cause more issues. Gale
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Gale (37922), January 8, 2024 at 1:14 PM
I oppose the rezoning. The schools and roads are not built for it.Matt
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Matt (37922), January 8, 2024 at 1:16 PM
I oppose this new construction in a town that has over crowded schools and the infrastructure not in place to accommodate the number of people. Northshore is a dangerous two lane road that we don’t allow our teenager to drive on for his safety. Accidents happen almost weekly. Our two sons have never had lockers at Farragut High school bc there are more students than lockers. No more neighborhoods and apartments. Tom
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Tom (37922), January 8, 2024 at 1:33 PM
The current congestion levels on Northshore Road are already concerning. The proposed development is likely to exacerbate the traffic situation, potentially leading to severe travel disruptions. It is imperative that addressing and enhancing the area's roads and infrastructure be prioritized as an initial step in our planning process. This strategic approach is essential for ensuring sustainable development and maintaining the quality of life for our community's residents.Judith
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Judith (37922), January 8, 2024 at 1:37 PM
I oppose the rezoning for 1-E-24-RZ 1630 Harvey Road, Knoxville, 1) 2roads will be traveled to get from the area. Both roads have safety issues.
A) Northshore, the road is too narrow for current traffic. Approximately 20,000 vehicles a day travel this road. There are no shoulders for emergency exit. This causes problems for emergency vehicles trying to get through the area. Northshore also goes by Concord Park, the ball fields and Yacht club, these areas are very busy and congested. More traffic would be a further safety hazard.
B) the other road from the area is Harvey through the railroad tunnel. This tunnel is too narrow, lots of times only allowing one car at a time to go through. The Tunnel needs to be widened. Thereâs also developments going up on McFee and Harvey which adds more traffic.
As a property owner I do not want the value of my property to be decreased because of housing not equivalent to this area.
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Debbie (37922), January 8, 2024 at 1:42 PM
The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and ours schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density development.John
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John (37922), January 8, 2024 at 1:42 PM
Northshore Blvd cannot handle anymore traffic at this time. It is already at its maximum capacity. Adding 200+ homes and 400+ vehicles to the current infrastructures would be a nightmare for all current and future residents of the area. Until significant expanding improvements can be made to Northshore Blvd, rezoning this property to residential for a neighborhood would be a huge disservice to all current residents of the northshore community. Please consider the current residents and the detrimental impacts to the community before approving re-zone. DO NOT RE-ZONE! Jake
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Jake (37922), January 8, 2024 at 1:54 PM
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Julie (37922), January 8, 2024 at 2:11 PM
Given the current traffic and infrastructure situation along Northshore, considering the addition of an oversized subdivision prior to critical roadwork improvements is irresponsible, at best. Re-zoning this parcel of land would add drivers to crowded roads, students to crowded schools and reduce the green space that makes this part of Knox County so desirable. Lori
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Lori (37922), January 8, 2024 at 2:20 PM
What a horrible plan!! Northshore at Harvey is a very dangerous road. The curve on Northshore just before Harvey I try to avoid. People on their cell phones do not watch the curve and cross over, people drive over the speed limit and you want to add 2000 vehicles traveling to this mix???? There are enough cracker box neighborhoods in this area. Instead of trees we look at roof tops that are so close together. Please leave some beautiful land for trees and grass to grow not houses, concrete, and blacktop. Please do not pollute our air with more cars and taking away the trees that help-to keep the air clean. Seriously think about what you are doing to our area. Money is a strong motivator not the quality of life of others. Liz
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Liz (37922), January 8, 2024 at 2:31 PM
I oppose the re-zoning. It is a safety issue with the amount of travel on Northshore. Eric
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Eric (37772), January 8, 2024 at 2:33 PM
Our roads are unsafe as it is. A high density housing project near our subdivision will make it impossible to exit the area in case of a fire or something of that nature. The impact it will have on our daily commutes will be severely negative. All of the residents of the subdivisions (in both counties) chose to purchase homes in subdivisions away from high traffic / high density neighborhoods. High density neighborhoods belong in more commercial areas where infrastructure can accommodate it better.Steven
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Steven (37922), January 8, 2024 at 2:38 PM
I oppose the rezoning. Northshore drive is already overly congested and dangerous to travel on. I oppose the rezoning. Lack of adequate emergency services that are accessible to the current residents of the local area. I oppose the rezoning. Infrastructure including utilites, employment, food services, grocery, etc. . .are not in place to support the additional population that would take up residence in this area. I oppose the rezoning. Similar to the Choto Landing development, I share many if not all of the same opinions as i voiced in opposing that development. Patty
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Patty (37922), January 8, 2024 at 2:39 PM
I strongly oppose the rezoning of this property. Not only is it a high-visibility location, but rezoning should not occur until substantial infrastructure updates are made to the area. Leann
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Leann (37772), January 8, 2024 at 3:02 PM
This area is outgrowing the infrastructure and current logistics. We must improve roads and invest in the area before we add more people to the equation. If you live in this area, you know the pain points and should want to alleviate not digress. Bri
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Bri (37922), January 8, 2024 at 3:11 PM
I support this rezoning as the available homes in the Knoxville area are scarce and cannot support the need already in place. Knoxville is actually highly under developed, and will continue to be so if qualified and thoughtful communities are not approved by the planning commission. The proposed development for S Northshore Drive and Harvey Road is a single-family residential subdivision. The proposed development project will showcase luxury semi-custom patio homes, on properly sized homesites. These homes will be at an estimated density of three (3) units per acre. These homes will target empty nesters and retirees that want to relocate to the East TN area. Based on these demographics, the impact on the local schools should be minimal, and the tax dollars gained from these individual properties would go a long way to increasing infrastructure and road improvements in the area. Additionally, there may be a small section of the project that will feature triplex townhomes at an estimated density of 5 units per acre, but this may or may not be part of the final plan for the community.Jason
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Jason (37922), January 8, 2024 at 3:16 PM
I would like to convey my total contempt regarding the planned zoning change for the new development. I know most would disagree that Knoxville has experienced large growth in the last several years which has strained the infrastructure, especially the road, schools and traffic. Northshore is overwhelmed in mornings, afternoons, and evenings already. It's closed down for wreaks to often. It needs to be widen before any farther traffic is added. There is no room for error as it is now. So let's don't add any more chaos before improving current road conditions.Jason
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Jason (37922), January 8, 2024 at 3:39 PM
This level of density is wrong for this area. This is the second time in as many months we are having to fight because the developers know nothing and care nothing about this community. Northshore is a two lane road with no shoulder. It backs up bad enough during rush hour. Adding hundreds of more units will make this much worse, especially on the section of road least equipped to handle it. Also, the community of this area are single family home neighborhoods. I don’t think we can stop developers from buying every single piece of farm land and forest in the county, but it needs to be sensible and what they’re building needs to fit with the community. Please vote no. Jonathan
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Jonathan ( 3777), January 8, 2024 at 3:55 PM
My opposition to this is:Access by narrow 2 lane roads with no shoulders .
Lack of infrastructure to widen roads
Loss of open space.
Additional burden on public schools.
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Sharon (37922), January 8, 2024 at 4:21 PM
I live in Bluff Point Subdivision and I oppose this development. The traffic is already horrific in this area. I say NO!Stacy
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Stacy (37922), January 8, 2024 at 4:36 PM
Growth is inevitable; however, there should be a plan to improve / widen roads in the area, and increase school capacity prior to initiating the housing options. The developer proposed zoning at 3 homes per acre. An increase to 4 or 5 homes per acre should not be allowed for the track or any portion of it. There are valid concerns regarding traffic, schools, fire service and other infrastructure. The planning commission cannot ignore these concerns and needs to coordinate with other branches of government so that we have coordinated intelligent growth. When it proceeds, I would like to encourage TWO access roads in/out of this new development: one on Northshore AND one on Harvey. I believe this would give optiobs and lighten the congestion into and out of the neighborhood. Thank you for your logical consideration of our concerns! Tom
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Tom (37922), January 8, 2024 at 4:49 PM
Infrastructure improvements are necessary before increasing population density. Planning should require that traffic corridors can safely handle population increase. Current conditions already jeapordize public safety. Andrew
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Andrew (37922), January 8, 2024 at 4:54 PM
I strongly oppose this new residential development on Harvey Road. The infrastructure in this part of SW Knox County will not support further development. We must prioritize infrastructure improvements and the safety of current residents.Sonja
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Sonja (37922), January 8, 2024 at 5:22 PM
The high density housing zoning request needs to be stopped. Harvey road is a narrow road that was originally used for a small rural community. This road cannot handle more traffic unless there is plans by Knox County and the developer to totally redesign the road into a wider straight road with turning lanes. This road feeds into Northshore which is beyond capacity for traffic. Northshore needs significant improvements before any other developments are built. These roads cannot handle high density housing.Ingrid
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Ingrid (37922), January 8, 2024 at 5:22 PM
I 100% oppose the rezoning of the Northshore/Harvey property. We are being crushed with the continued residential development in our area, with NO improvement to the infrastructure to support all the development. The schools are overflowing, and the roads cannot safely handle the number of cars that must travel on them. Please stop approving these developments until the infrastructure can support further development! You must make improvements first for the safety and well being of your constituents!Ken
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Ken (37772), January 8, 2024 at 5:46 PM
I recognize that I am not a Knox County resident, but I live next door to the development site (less than 1/4 mile). The traffic from I-140 to my home is difficult to navigate during the mornings and evenings. The Northshore road is unable to handle the current traffic effectively. I recommend against additional development along this route. There are safety and logistic concerns that should be taken seriously along this route. I encourage the leadership to vote against resining this property.Danielle
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Danielle (37922), January 8, 2024 at 5:58 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore is already a congested road and adding 200+ homes will overpopulate the area, making it even more unsafe to travelers than it already is.Elysa
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Elysa (37922), January 8, 2024 at 5:58 PM
The addition of the development across from Falcon Pointe would greatly hinder not only traffic on northshore but also increase commutes for individuals and families going to work and school. Wrecks are also a huge concern with added cars on the road with no other lane to smooth out the flow of traffic, wrecks are increasing with the flow of traffic as is and adding in a development would make it worse. Please consider that the majority of neighbors and residents in the area are not welcoming of this development as it would greatly impact our daily lives, well being, and safety on the roads. We do not support this. Thank you. Rick
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Rick (37922), January 8, 2024 at 5:59 PM
My wife and moved down here from Long Island NY December 2010. The seemingly unchecked building reminds me what happened on Long Island. All the farms were transformed into housing erasing the country atmosphere. The same problems arose, inadequate roads and supporting markets resulting in a further decline in agricultural land. I’m old enough to remember the song “they paved paradise and put up a parking lot “ Mark
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Mark (37922), January 8, 2024 at 6:02 PM
As a local resident and neighbor to Northshore dr, I want to submit my thoughts on the developing matter of a we do not support this plan for our community. It’s greatly hinders traffic safety as it already is an issue, commute times for jobs and taking our children to school, as well as increased traffic flow where we only have two lanes as is. Please consider the face we do not support this and urge the board to reconsider the planning. Your neighbors aren’t on board. Thank you. Michael
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Michael (37922), January 8, 2024 at 6:04 PM
This area of the county already has numerous large residential areas which primarily rely on a totally inadequate north shore for transportation. Increased load due to more high density housing is going to create numerous issues within the county - especially safety concerns with an increased volume of vehicles on a shoulderless road that has numerous bus stops for school aged children.Georgia
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Georgia (37922), January 8, 2024 at 6:27 PM
I live on harvey road and have lived here for 10 years, and the infrastructure out here is simply not sustainable to the proposed amount of homes and the influx of people this will bring to our area. I can only see this as increasing traffic accidents and making the area extremely crowded and unappealing to people wanting to move to the area. Thank you. Camilla
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Camilla (37922), January 8, 2024 at 6:48 PM
Please oppose this zoning. Northshore is already dangerously overcrowded and needs to be widened to at least 3 lanes to accommodate the current traffic.Suzanne
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Suzanne (37922), January 8, 2024 at 6:51 PM
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and ours schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density development.Kim
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Kim (37772), January 8, 2024 at 6:59 PM
I strongly disagree with this high density subdivision put in place without any consideration of the infrastructure not being implemented first. It is highly dangerous currently. Sidewalks/ a third lane and street lighting should be put in place before this is even considered.Brian
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Brian (37922), January 8, 2024 at 7:00 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and our schools are overcrowded because of continuous development. There is already serious concern regarding the ability of emergency vehicles to navigate the area. Adding additional residents and traffic will only increase that concern until it is addressed. Debbie
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Debbie (923), January 8, 2024 at 7:03 PM
I am opposed to changing the zoning plan to higher density housing. The majority of residents in the surrounding neighborhoods donât want to change the character of the area. Please deny the application. The area already has more traffic than the roads can safely handle, and the strain on public services, fire, ambulance, water, sewer, schools etc. will greatly decrease the quality of life. Please deny the request.Carole
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Carole (37922), January 8, 2024 at 7:20 PM
As a 31 year Knox County resident and new property owner off Harvey road, I am very concerned for the safety of my family and neighbors. THANKYOU for recommending less density at 3/ AC. However, the elected and appointees should consider the vote as you continue to add housing in the deep west Knoxville quadrant. Most concerning is the power, water and safe roads to support this rapid and dense growth around formerly dense agriculture areas. There were brown-outs in 2023. Have you studied the power needs already in the LCUB area? The 1st Utility Water pressure is not keeping up with current demand. Have you done a study of their infrastructure to see if they are ready for the added water use? The roads are not designed for more cars. Particularly the Northshore to Harvey Rd area. You would be adding to an already dangerous roadway. Please! At a minimum widen Northshore in this area, straighten this road out at the round-about! Send Knox county sheriff over to watch how people take wide turns and drive over the line to make a turn. Notice the swerve-driving as people are distracted on a Northshore drive with with no shoulder! Come check this area out for yourself! It is dangerous! Please! Fix these infrastructure concerns BEFORE you build another neighborhood!View Attachment
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Clarence (37922), January 8, 2024 at 7:21 PM
I oppose the rezoning development on Northshore and Harvey roads. Please consider us that live here. We desperately need a safe road to travel on. Our schools are overwhelmed and our infrastructure is nearing capacity. We have flood issues in several neighborhoods from not requiring proper drainage. So please look at this development as us who live here experience it everyday.Elizabeth
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Elizabeth (37922), January 8, 2024 at 7:27 PM
Northshore Rd can’t accommodate the additional volume that would result from another housing development. Additionally, the road is already in disrepair and narrow to the point of being unsafe. Cassandra
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Cassandra (37922), January 8, 2024 at 7:55 PM
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive is very dangerous now, ten days ago a traffic accident victim had to be taken to the hospital by helicopter because Northshore was unpassable because of the accident.-I OPPOSE THE REZONING.A few weeks ago a very large tree fell across Northshore Drive and traffic was halted for many hours, any medical emergency could have resulted in tragedy.
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. When wrecks occur it is difficult to get emergency help to victims because there is no center lane or road shoulder.
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive has to be widened to at least three lanes. This has to start immediately but there are no approved plans now.
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and ours schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density development.
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Loudon County limits rural growth to two units per acre. It is time to recognize the Northshore-Choto area has been over built and more overdevelopment is a public safety hazard.
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. An additional car on Northshore equals an additional car in Farragut. This area can't handle any more traffic
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Andi (37922), January 8, 2024 at 8:00 PM
I am strongly opposed to the proposed rezoning. The infrastructure is already stressed and adding a high density community will only make an already bad situation much worse. Traffic on Northshore is staggering, at best - getting out of our subdivision is such a challenge. Alia
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Alia (37922), January 8, 2024 at 8:07 PM
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. When wrecks occur it is difficult to get emergency help to victims because there is no center lane or road shoulder.-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive has to be widened to at least three lanes. This has to start immediately but there are no approved plans now.
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and ours schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density development.
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Lisa (37922), January 8, 2024 at 8:26 PM
My family lives in Jefferson Park neighborhood. It is already horrible trying to make a left out of the neighborhood. There is way too much traffic on Northshore as it is. The road is too narrow and dangerous. Adding more traffic on that road would be a disaster Sarah
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Sarah (37934), January 8, 2024 at 8:35 PM
I oppose the reasoning as the roads can not handle any more traffic/congestion and the schools are already overcrowded/overwhelmed. Travis
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Travis (37922), January 8, 2024 at 8:44 PM
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive has to be widened to at least three lanes. This has to start immediately but there are no approved plans now.-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and ours schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density development
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Kristina (37922), January 8, 2024 at 8:50 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING!!!! For many reasons, too many to name! There are a lot of new developments popping up and our infrastructure cannot handle this. Between the new neighborhoods off Mcfee road, just around the corner in Lenoir city, the new apartments in Turkey creek and the new apartments off Campbell station⦠the town of Farragut cannot handle any more!!! Our roads: theyâre already way too dangerous, more often than not (almost multiple times a day) so cars cross the middle line. It is very dangerous. I have been close to many accidents. Adding more cars will be disasterous and deadly. Our schools: how many children live in this part of town and what does that do to our school system? Cannot fathom what another neighborhood will do to the overcrowding and safety of our children. Our resources: theyâre already spread so thin. Do you know I had to call 911 3 weeks ago because of an incident. THREE HOURS LATER, I got a phone call asking if we still needed an ambulance dispatch. THREE HOURS LATER !!!! Our town, our roads, our businesses are NOT designed for this amount of people. Look at Florida- my home state, or California. Keep Farragut beautiful!!!!!!!!!!! I know people want the money, the land owners and the developers but there has to be a better, more appropriate way to go about this!Tina
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Tina (37922), January 8, 2024 at 8:50 PM
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. This area can't handle any more traffic. We need infrastructure to support additional housing - schools roads and utilities .Joseph
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Joseph (37934), January 8, 2024 at 8:51 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive has to be widened to at least three lanes. This has to start immediately, but there are no approved plans now.Marie
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Marie (37922), January 8, 2024 at 8:58 PM
I am opposed to high density housing on this piece of land. Harvey Rd cannot handle this traffic! The road is small and curved. Stop trying to build out areas with out any infrastructure! Once again you will continue trying to over build and take away any green space that's left. This just doesn't seem a logical area for retirement condos. I have to question if this is really the intentions or just a means to get the zoning changed. We live on Harvey Rd and people drive at high speeds. Please consider keeping this a low density area and not destroy the character and green space of our area.John
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John (37922), January 8, 2024 at 9:01 PM
The thought of creating a new neighborhood that has such a higher density of residential homes as proposed is greater than the other neighborhoods in our area. There was one down the street that was going to be 11 per acre but it fortunately was stopped. More than 2-3 per acre is going to put a strain on the already dangerous Northshore Drive. If you added 5+ residential units per acre you would be adding at least 200 more cars to the road and this would increase the danger that already exists. This new neighborhood if approved must be smaller number of units per acre.Johnny
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Johnny (37922), January 8, 2024 at 9:01 PM
I am not opposed to progress. However, the Planning Commission keeps approving construction of large developments in the Northshore/Choto area without any consideration to the limited access/egress to the area. Northshore Drive is the predominant means of travel to the area. I live in Jefferson Park and it is getting more and more dangerous trying to exit out of the development due to the volume of vehicles. At rush hour, it can take 15-20 minutes to try to get out and even then, itâs by taking extreme risk. Itâs time to stop the development in this area until a plan is put in place to make it safe for the people that live in the area. I know that there are plans to widen Northshore by a couple of feet but this only makes traveling on the road safer. It does not resolve the issue of too much traffic on the road. Please do not approve any more large scale developments in this areaElizabeth
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Elizabeth (37922), January 8, 2024 at 9:08 PM
We very much oppose this rezoning request for the We oppose this rezoning for same reasons we opposed the Choto Landing project. The inadequacy of Northshore and Harvey roads to handle the increased traffic that over development has already brought to this area let alone rezoning to increase units per acre on new developments. The existing infrastructure cannot continue to support these new developments without some major upgrades to roads, schools, ambulances access etc… I had a major accident on Northshore. I know of what I speak. Gregory
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Gregory (37934), January 8, 2024 at 9:17 PM
I am opposed to 5 units/acre. Perhaps 3 per acre. My rationale is the local roads already can not accommodate traffic at the current time. "Cramming" the additional 2 units per acre will tax an overtaxed infrastructure. Overall, I suggest Knox County plans for and acts on potential increased road usage before it is desperately needed.Doug
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Doug (37922), January 8, 2024 at 9:22 PM
Once again, the issue of high density housing must be addressed. The existing roads, and utilities cannot support this proposed development. Stop trying to put the cart in front of the horse. LCUB infrastructure is very fragile in this area where power outrages are a common occurrence. Let's learn from other West Knoxville mistakes. We don't need to create another Hardin Valley. Donna
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I have lived in this area for 35 years, and the traffic has built to such an extent that it is unsafe to drive in this area at almost any time. With no improvement to the roads (turn lanes/ filling in drop offs on the side of the road), accidents are much more common, and travel takes twice as long. There is little “green space” left anymore. What is the plan for the old farmhouse on the property? Will it be saved and restored or razed along with every tree in sight?Monica
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Monica (37922), January 8, 2024 at 9:55 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING- it is irresponsible to allow more development of an area that doesnât have the infrastructure to support it. Please expand/improve the roads, lighting, safety, etc. before approving additional housing.Alejandro
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Alejandro (37922), January 8, 2024 at 10:14 PM
I oppose this development. There is not enough infrastructure and schools in the area are already becoming overcrowded. There has been ever increasing developments and expansion but no immediate plans for roads and schools. LCUB has also been having more frequent outages (particularly in summer). Power grids are being taxed. Are there any plans to expand these resources prior to developing more communities? We need infrastructure built before our area becomes even more congested than it is.Dennis
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Dennis (37922), January 8, 2024 at 10:27 PM
Northshore rd is overcrowded as is and I oppose the re-zoning. We do not need more traffic on northshore.Connie
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Connie (37923), January 8, 2024 at 10:32 PM
There is too much traffic on Northshore- I oppose the re-zoning and adding more traffic to northshore dr which already has too much traffic-David
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David (37922), January 8, 2024 at 10:41 PM
I oppose the rezoning and proposed new development at Harvey and S Northshore. We must address the lack of proper infrastructure, overcrowded schools, and the over-trafficked Northshore Drive. The road is dangerous and cannot support more traffic without being widened to accommodate more lanes. Trina
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Trina (37922), January 8, 2024 at 10:47 PM
I oppose the rezoning and the planned housing development at Harvey and S Northshore. My children's schools are already bursting at the seams. I already have a terrible time leaving Jefferson Park each morning to drop off my kids at their schools and then go to work. Northshore is already too heavily trafficked and there are no current plans to widen it to accommodate more traffic. Ramzey
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few weeks ago a very large tree fell across Northshore Drive and traffic was halted for many hours, any medical emergency could have resulted in tragedy.-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. When wrecks occur it is difficult to get emergency help to victims because there is no center lane or road shoulder.-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive has to be widened to at least three lanes. This has to start immediately but there are no approved plans noW.
The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and ours schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density development. Loudon County limits rural growth to two units per acre. It is time to recognize the Northshore-Choto area has been over built and more overdevelopment is a public safety hazard. think not only is the over-development "cart before the horse" but that it's speeding down narrow
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Rachel (37922), January 8, 2024 at 10:52 PM
few weeks ago a very large tree fell across Northshore Drive and traffic was halted for many hours, any medical emergency could have resulted in tragedy.-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. When wrecks occur it is difficult to get emergency help to victims because there is no center lane or road shoulder.
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive has to be widened to at least three lanes. This has to start immediately but there are no approved plans noW.
The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and ours schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density development.Loudon County limits rural growth to two units per acre. It is time to recognize the Northshore-Choto area has been over built and more overdevelopment is a public safety hazard..think not only is the over-development "cart before the horse" but that it's speeding down narrow
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Michael (37922), January 8, 2024 at 10:58 PM
I oppose the rezoning and future planned housing development at Harvey and S Northshore. Infrastructure in this area is already overburdened and needs revamping. Northshore traffic is getting horrible! If there is any type of accident or issue, you can sit forever until things clear out. All of the schools are already overcrowded. G
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G ( 3792), January 8, 2024 at 11:09 PM
We oppose this requested density of housing. If it becomes residential, it should be conditional on road improvements, utilities enhancement, and school population studies. And even then, at most 2-3 dwellings per acre. What is happening cannot be undone. Please think, and have good reasons for your decisions, besides greed.Muhammed
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Muhammed (37922), January 8, 2024 at 11:31 PM
Addition of additional housing in this area will worsen the difficulty of current residents. Already traffic condition is very bad. With one lane nothshore road it takes a long time to get out of this area in the morning and also while returning from work. There are no alternate routes to take if there is any accident, and emergency vehicles may not reach on time. One has to stay in different area to ensure one catch a plane on time. Not to speak of overcrowding in the school. Would urge the committee not to approve any additional housing.John
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John (37934), January 8, 2024 at 11:36 PM
I am opposed regarding the rezoning 1-E-24-RZ. My concerns regarding this are traffic congestion, public safety, as well as school overcrowding. As a resident of Farragut it has been noted in some of our town meetings, most of the traffic comes from outside of the township. Choto was one of the areas mentioned that traffic is generated from. Additional neighborhoods being built not only will generate more traffic in the town of Farragut, but will also continue to put a strain on Farragut schools. In the past few years four large apartment communities are in the process of being built, two of which lie solely in Knox County (City West, and Farragut Pointe). As economic situations have changed in recent years this has created an unknown factor for new students to be enrolled in Farragut Schools as all of these apartment complexes are zoned for the Farragut school district. Northshore is an old two lane road that cannot handle the volume of traffic currently especially during peak times. Recently emergency responders had to airlift a person from a vehicle accident because of congested roads. There is no median for first responders to pass to attend to emergency situations. I ask for the conservative decision regarding this matter.Christina
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Christina (37922), January 8, 2024 at 11:44 PM
I oppose the proposed rezoning. The proposed development is inconsistent with the surrounding character and most concerning, would add significant congestion to already narrow roadways, creating safety concerns for local residents and those traveling the roads. The curve by Northshore and Harvey road where the proposed development is slated for is worrisome - especially when navigating alongside large trucks and trailers. There are other dangerous stretches with no available shoulders (creating challenges for emergency access) - eg. by Concord Park. Are there any plans to widen Northshore to allow for increased traffic in the area? To me and as a parent, this is the most important consideration to allow for the safety of the residents.Victor
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Victor (37922), January 9, 2024 at 12:39 AM
The roads in the area, especially Northshore Dr are already very unsafe to drive. Rezoning now, before a serious work to improve traffic capacity of roads are going to cause more car accidents. I strongly oppose to this rezoning, because I fear for my daughters', spouse and my safety while driving in these overwhelmed roads.Miryana
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Miryana (37922), January 9, 2024 at 1:41 AM
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Development: itâs more than just building houses. Development has to include widened roads, schools, and infrastructure.-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. An additional car on Northshore equals an additional car in Farragut. This area can't handle any more traffic.
We do not need any more housing units on Northshore, without any major road improvements!
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Agneesh (37922), January 9, 2024 at 2:30 AM
I oppose this rezoning for the following reasons.1) Northshore needs to be upgraded to handle the existing and future traffic needs of the area. The continued development without regard to safety is irresponsible.2) 5-units/acre would not be consistent with the character of the area. The majority of developments are developed to under 3-units/acre.
Please deny the request due to the Northshore safety and infrastructure limitations.
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Mary (37922), January 9, 2024 at 5:03 AM
Do not approve this development project. This area does not have the appropriate infrastructure to support further development. The roads are unsafe. There is no shoulder to the roads. The dchoola are over crowded. The bus traffic is not safe. Emergency vehicles have trouble responding to issues dure to heavy traffic and narrow roads. There is no grocery, hospital, or other basics needs to support additional growth.Randy
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Randy (37922), January 9, 2024 at 6:39 AM
We oppose the above development due to the lack of infrastructure needed to support the additional traffic. In addition services required to protect and ensure safety are insufficient Nancy
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Nancy (37922), January 9, 2024 at 8:00 AM
I respectfully request the commission to consider voting against another large neighborhood to be build off Northshore Drive in this area. For the last couple of years this road has gotten incredibly heavy with traffic, slow traveling at times and numerous accidents. I have gotten caught stalled on the road with my car off due to an accident and there is literally no way to get out of it until cars are able to start moving again. It was a very, very uncomfortable feeling. I have gotten to a point where I avoid going down Northshore if I can because you never know what you may run into. I respectfully understand the concept that a seller has a right to sell their land to someone who wants to develop it, but all roads and areas are unique, and some cannot accommodate an additional large neighborhood to be developed and this area on Northshore Drive is one of them.Bernie
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Bernie (37922), January 9, 2024 at 8:58 AM
One more house in Farragut is 1 or 2 more cars in Farragut. The Choto/Northshore area can not handle another development, the traffic is terrible as it is!Stephen
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Stephen (37922), January 9, 2024 at 9:00 AM
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Loudon County limits rural growth to two units per acre. It is time to recognize the Northshore-Choto area has been over built and more overdevelopment is a public safety hazard. No one gains from these new "Developments" except the developers, who benefit off the individuals in the surrounding community.You as the "appointed" committee are supposed to be acting on my behalf. Don't tread on me.Ginger
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Ginger (37922), January 9, 2024 at 9:15 AM
I oppose the Rezoning on Northshore and Harvey! There is NO WAY Northshore, Choto or Harvey can handle the amount of traffic that this will add to these 2 way roads..my daughter got into a wreck right there and police could not even get back there to her!Vicki
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Vicki (37922), January 9, 2024 at 9:20 AM
We oppose the rezoning. The county is now over-developed and no infrastructure improvements have been made. The traffic and utility conditions are currently not safe and will be more unsafe with high density housing. This development may likely diminish the home values in our area. This development is irresponsible to the residents of Knox Co and should not be allowed to continue. Please do not allow this rezoning without first developing the infrastructure appropriately, and apply reasonable limits to capacity to avoid dangerous situations. Michael
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Michael (37922), January 9, 2024 at 9:34 AM
I oppose the low density proposed because it will add more traffic on Northshore Road which is in need of improvement to handle all the exioand future development traffic Leslie
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Leslie (37922), January 9, 2024 at 10:03 AM
While I understand the need for more residential housing in Knox County, the Choto area was originally zoned for 1 house per 2 acres and the traffic is already heavy for the current infrastructure. If this development does get approved for Planned Residential, I request that the development be held to no more than 2 units per acre, consistent with the character of this area.James
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James (37922), January 9, 2024 at 10:07 AM
I strongly oppose this zoning request. We are already heavily overbuilt with multi-family housing, including the massive multi-story complex just opposite the Farragut Krogers. Northshore is to narrow for the present traffic and there have been multiple accidents that dangerously blocked traffic because of it. The Farragut schools are overcrowded. This idea is an abomination.Iram
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Iram (37922), January 9, 2024 at 10:17 AM
I am writing to express my disapproval of the proposed Rezoning of Land at 1630 Harvey Road. (Please see attached letter)View Attachment
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Karla (37922), January 9, 2024 at 10:22 AM
I strongly appose this rezoning for the development of a high density housing units. Highway access in the area is already highly congested and unsafe. This development would seriously degrade highway safety, traffic flow, property values. Charles
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Charles (37922), January 9, 2024 at 10:27 AM
I oppose the rezoning. I've lived in West Knoxville for over three years now and in just that short space of time, I have witnessed a huge amount of increased traffic on Northshore. It is becoming very dangerous and the potential for accidents is increasing. There is no room for road expansion and the athletic seasons when there are youth activities already greatly increase the road traffic seasonally. This is not one of the areas of West Knoxville where large growth can be accommodated due to multiple reasons including geography. Brent
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Brent (37922), January 9, 2024 at 11:06 AM
Our roads are overcrowded and becoming more dangerous as more houses are being built. Our schools are overcrowded and the Choto area is being stressed beyond its capabilities for supporting its community. I have lived here in Farragut all of my life and have seen it overdeveloped with little to no change to the roads. I used to ride my road bike all throughout the Farragut/Choto area with little concern. I have stopped riding on these roads due to the unbearable traffic. The roads need to be widened and significant changes need to be made in our area way before approval of anymore subdivisions. Enough is enough. These roads were built for very little traffic and cannot sustain the constant addition of vehicles without any improvements.Martha
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Martha (37922), January 9, 2024 at 11:17 AM
I oppose the rezoning of I-E-24RZ I am a 19-year resident of Knox County, and have owned property in the proposed area for rezoning of for the same amount of time. Originally the area was specified for 1 home per two acres, and unfortunately the area that has been beautiful rolling hills and farmland has become large subdivisions since my moving here. The two lane roads with no shoulders have been and continue to be hazardous with the amount of traffic the large subdivisions and two plus cars per household has brought to the area. Here is the link to traffic accidents that show critical injuries on Northshore between Harvey road and Concord Road https://tpo.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=c082e01109db4af78eb02e2b555fdbef If, however, this development does get approved for Planned Residential, I request that this proposed development at the corner of Northshore Drive and Harvey Road be held to no more than 2 units per acre, consistent with the character of this area.Yvette
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Yvette (37922), January 9, 2024 at 11:33 AM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. When wrecks occur it is difficult to get emergency help to victims because there is no center lane or road shoulder. Ours school are overcrowded because of continuous high density development. Development is more than just building houses. Development has to include widened roads, more schools, and infrastructure. PLEASE VOTE NO!Tonya
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Please don’t allow the rezoning of this project. Our area is a bursting at the seams. The infrastructure needs to be fixed before anymore development should be approved. The safety of our citizens should be #1 priority and roads are overcrowded. We currently have several areas under construction and we haven’t even felt the affects of those developments and traffic is already awful!!! I dread when all these are complete. At some point you can’t give into these greedy developers and need to listen to your citzens that have had enough of the over building. Alex
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Alex (37922), January 9, 2024 at 12:19 PM
We cannot add another significant amount of residential zoning to Northshore until additional traffic allowance has been made. More lanes would be crucial as traffic is already consistent and backed-up *daily*. Then, if there is a tree trimming, tree down, or electrical work being done which seems to happen every few weeks, both sides of traffic can be completely blocked for 30mins to several hours. This is not conducive to current and potential future residents.Janey ( ), January 9, 2024 at 12:37 PM
We are very opposed to the 5 units per acre density that is planned. The traffic in this area is so bad already. The roads are so narrow with no shoulders. Northshore is a very dangerous and congested road already. The infrastructure of the area does not support this ever increasing building. Schools are not prepared for the influx of students this would bring. Please bring the density down to no more than one unit per acre. Stop feeding into the greed of builders. Please make roads betterGamze
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Gamze (37922), January 9, 2024 at 12:48 PM
Opposed to the rezoning. Northshore is extremely dangerous. So many deadly traffic accidents are occurring frequently. Infrastructure is not ready for increase in population.Lisa
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Lisa (37922), January 9, 2024 at 12:49 PM
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. When wrecks occur it is difficult to get emergency help to victims because there is no center lane or road shoulder.-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and ours schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density development.
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Development: itâs more than just building houses. Development has to include widened roads, schools, and infrastructure.
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Michael (37772), January 9, 2024 at 1:08 PM
We strongly oppose this request. We drive on S Northshore frequently and love the views and the efficient route from Lenoir City to West Knoxville. However traffic continues to increase so that any more new housing developments need to add and pay for a 3rd lane to keep traffic moving safely. Also any new housing needs to be consistent with those current existing developments which are certainly not 5 units per acre. The planning for increased traffic, school impact, and resources like fire/police need to be in place ASAP and certainly before more housing is approved. Please deny this request. Amy
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Amy (37922), January 9, 2024 at 1:27 PM
Please do not approve the rezoning on Harvey/Northshore. The roads are already congested and difficult to get in/out of. The area needs wider roads with more lanes before any new zoning or developments. Our infrastructure cannot support any new development at this time. Michael
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Michael (37922), January 9, 2024 at 1:47 PM
Please do not rezone the area in question at the upcoming planning meeting. Harvey/Choto road are already getting too busy. Of course South Northshore is already inadequate to handle any more traffic. It is too narrow and becoming unsafe. Until this is fixed there should be no new housing approved in this area. Keith
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Keith (37772), January 9, 2024 at 1:56 PM
These comments are in regard to the rezoning request for the remaining Harvey farm property at the corner of Northshore Drive and Harvey Rd. specifically the 42.44 acres be rezoned to a high density designation to accommodate up to 5 dwelling units per acre. Strongly recommend this property, if rezoned, be limited to no more than 3.5 housing units per acre to better manage the density of traffic on roads near this property. These two-lane roads are currently narrow and have significant curves along the roadways. Adding higher traffic to these roads would create increased traffic flow and potentially greater traffic safety issues. This restriction would also be consistent with previous rezoning density decisions made by the Knox County Planning Commission. In addition, the Commission has an opportunity to support growth while best managing density and better retaining the beauty of the natural landscape so important to those that live in this beautiful area. Thanks in advance for your favorable consideration.DENNIS
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DENNIS (37922), January 9, 2024 at 2:18 PM
Northshore can hardly handle the traffic it currently supports, why are we considering adding 100's of cars, trucks and busses. I am opposed.Jeff
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Jeff (37922), January 9, 2024 at 2:52 PM
I strongly oppose this development without significant improvements to the Northshore, Choto, Harvey, Boyd Station, and Turkey Creek roads. Nearly every morning Northshore drive is backed up from the Concord roundabout to as far as the Choto roundabout during the school year. Furthermore, because it is so narrow and not designed for even the current level of traffic, the road is frequently blocked due to accidents, fallen trees, or other issues. When the road is blocked it affects all surrounding roads, as the closest alternative is to approach from the north via the Harvey/Boyd Station railroad tunnel. This is especially problematic during school pick-up/drop-off times, since that tunnel is impassable to buses. The current roads do not support the current housing well, so additional development should not be approved until the road problems have been remedied. Tim
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Tim (37922), January 9, 2024 at 4:33 PM
I object to the rezoning. This area will grow and houses will be built but it should be at a controlled rate at the already established zoning laws of 3 per acre (or lower). There is no reason to force more housing than intended without being able to support traffic with expanded lanes etc. we already have concerns about increased traffic, wrecks, and potential issues with safety services being able to adequately service their area.Deborah
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Deborah (7922), January 9, 2024 at 6:20 PM
I wish to register my opposition to the rezoning of Northshore and Harvey roads 1-E-24-RZ. This area has narrow 2 lane roads which can barely accommodate the heavy traffic that we now experience so from just a safety issue alone this should be a no vote for rezoning and that does not even begin to address what impact this would have on the infrastructure.Janice
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Janice (37922), January 9, 2024 at 6:33 PM
I have owned property in the Choto area since 1986 and have been a resident since 1990. Over the past 38 years I have witnessed many changes to our beautiful part of Knox County. The continual development of housing and commercial property has been devastating for the wildlife in our community and the added congestion of traffic has been a nightmare. Multiple accidents occur on Northshore due to the lack of infrastructure to handle all of the increased traffic The proposal to build 5 houses per acre on the corner of Northshore and Harvey will only compound an already nightmare of congestion We have already encountered an episode of. Calling for an ambulance and being told it may take up to six hours to get help. Adding more horsing and people will only compound this problem I strongly oppose this new development as proposed and hope the commission will reconsider and zone for 2 houses per acre maximumJackie
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Jackie (37772), January 9, 2024 at 7:18 PM
* Rubber stamping development proposals under the guise of an existing precedent IS NOT planning.* The "build it and they will come" and all else will follow mentality is a disservice to existing residents.
* Knox County could learn from Loudon County's approach to growth.
* I propose that Knox County Planning Commission deny any further rezoning proposals in this immediate area until adequate infrastructure improvements are made.
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Paula (37772), January 9, 2024 at 7:47 PM
I have read the potential buyers response and while I appreciate the fact that not all lots will allow 5 homes per acre this is still very problematic. I along with my family are frequent travelers of Harvey Rd and S. Northshore Dr. The traffic along these roadways is already terribly congested. To allow this rezoning to occur will only add insult to injury for existing residents as well as new residents to the proposed development. The present road infrastructure is not equipped to handle the volume of traffic that will exist if this rezoning occurs. It will create a serious burden for all involved. As a concerned neighbor and frequent traveler and patron of Knox County businesses I urge the commission to vote NO to rezoning of this property. Thank you! Douglas
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Douglas (Ct E ), January 9, 2024 at 8:56 PM
Please, Please, Please do not allow this! This area has been absolutely overrun by the excessive build up of residential additions. Over the course of the past 15 or so years, we have witnessed subdivision after subdivision get developed all the while NOT increasing the infrastructure. Our 2 lane country roads will simply not handle it. Schools?, Grid? Police? Fire?Marcie
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Marcie (37772), January 9, 2024 at 9:03 PM
Please reconsider lettIng this go through . Our infrastructure can not handle this kind of development . Scott
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Scott (37922), January 9, 2024 at 9:38 PM
I oppose the proposed rezoning. Southwest Knox county is experiencing explosive year-over-year residential building permit growth. Area growth is rapidly changing the low-density character of the area, placing traffic burdens on road infrastructure designed for non-metropolitan and rural loading.Jeff
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Jeff (37922), January 9, 2024 at 9:40 PM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and ours schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density development.Ashton
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Ashton (37772), January 9, 2024 at 9:58 PM
Although a Loudon County resident, we live and use Northshore/Harvey road daily. This area cannot and should not allow this residential plan to occur!!! We are becoming overrun with cookie cutter, packed in neighborhoods and townhome units! There is nowhere for traffic to flow around the area and the influx of hundreds of new occupants will far over do it. Aside from technical parts, the people who live closely to the area are not willing to give up the land we have and get to see each day. There are places for these types of housing units and on previous and/or existing farmland is not it!! Highly, highly disagree with this proposal!! Timothy
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Timothy (37922), January 9, 2024 at 10:21 PM
I hereby express my opposition to this development. The infrastructure in the area cannot support the increase in traffic this would cause. It’s already nearly impossible to turn left out of my subdivision onto Northshore. The roads desperately need to be serviced and improved before putting such additional strain on them.Dona
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Dona (37772), January 10, 2024 at 8:16 AM
Please vote against this development. Northshore Drive cannot handle the heavy traffic this high density development will produce. Jasmine
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Jasmine (37772), January 10, 2024 at 8:42 AM
Please do not approve the rezoning for this high density development!!! Our 2 lane North Shore Rd. is already dangerously cramped in this section of town. There is no physical way to widen this road. We simply do not have the infrastructure in place in this rural area of town where we have single-family homes, not five units per acre! Work trucks can barely make it down this section of North Shore without infringing on the other oncoming lane as it is. My teenage son has already been hit and I have witnessed numerous accidents from head on traffic. I feel like it would be reckless and dangerous to approve this rezoning.John
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John (37922), January 10, 2024 at 8:53 AM
Please decline the rezoning of this parcel. The residents of this area have asked Knox County for nearly a year that continued development in the area should be suspended. The traffic along Northshore Drive is already very congested and safety is of concern should more traffic be added. The size of the development dies not meet the character of the area. I appreciate your attention in this matter.Robert
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Robert (37922), January 10, 2024 at 9:53 AM
My wife and I strongly object the development on Northshore Road.We have lived in the area for 43 years and have watched as the area has become overdeveloped.These rural roads (2 lane) canât handle the traffic at present. If there is an accident-the traffic comes to a standstill. Farragut schools are already overcrowded. Please recommend placing less units per acre. RANDAL
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Our community cannot safely absorb a bolus of automobiles on our already maxed out rural roads--2 lanes, no lighting, no shoulders, small lanes, high accident. Regardless of whether we have 1, 3, or "heaven forbid" 5 housing units/acre, we must have some planning for our roads to accommodate our traffic. We must have a new 4 lane road which gives us access to I-40W, and we must have more lanes from the split into Knoxville. Please be sensitive to the safety of our community, not to the pocketbooks of the builders.Kim
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Kim (37922), January 10, 2024 at 10:03 AM
I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive is very dangerous now, ten days ago a traffic accident victim had to be taken to the hospital by helicopter because Northshore was unpassable because of the accident.Lida
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Lida (37934), January 10, 2024 at 10:06 AM
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Loudon County limits rural growth to two units per acre. It is time to recognize the Northshore-Choto area has been over built and more overdevelopment is a public safety hazard.Jay
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Jay (37922), January 10, 2024 at 10:07 AM
I strongly opposed this development as it will increase the traffic on Northshore drastically as well as devaluing the property in this area if the rezoning of school happens. william
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william (37922), January 10, 2024 at 10:09 AM
I oppose the rezoning. It is overcrowded as it is. For just one of many examples, when wrecks occur it is difficult to get emergency help to victims because there is no center lane or road shoulder. Emilio
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Emilio (37772), January 10, 2024 at 10:39 AM
I am not opposed to putting luxury homes at least a3 of an acre on the property. Also have a protective covenant and maybe swim and tennis club. I am opposed to putting townhomes on the property. It seems to cheap in the area. It will set a president for other builders to build townhomes in the area.Judi
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Judi (37922), January 10, 2024 at 10:49 AM
Regarding the proposed zoning change at Harvey & Northshore. I quote your own case file #1-E-24-RZ, âSouth Northshore Dr. is a Minor Arterial with a 20 foot pavement width. Access is also via Harvey Rd., a Minor Collector with a 20 foot pavement width.â These existing roads are not adequate to handle the current load. With a car going north and one coming south in an emergency how does the fire truck or ambulance get through? They canât. Please DO NOT approve any zone changes until the current infrastructure is corrected. If and when Northshore Dr. and connector roads have been widened, please donât cause another problem in the future by allowing zoning that puts us right back to square one. Any future zoning should be limited to a minimum 1/2 acre lot per single family home. This size is much more in keeping with the character of the existing neighborhoods.Kimberlie
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Kimberlie (37934), January 10, 2024 at 12:04 PM
After carefully reviewing the proposed development and as a Farragut Resident which this development will impact us with trips into our town. The Traffic study is over a decade old that is being used to compute the amount of traffic and school traffic it will have. Which if you didn't know over 900 homes have been built since that study has been conducted. The infrastructure that is currently in place going in and out of Choto and Northshore does not handle the increase of residents that it has had since 2014. Adding additional apartment dwellings will further hurt this community and it will bleed into Farragut which our roads cannot handle more cars on the roads that go to Farragut Middle and High School. Living off of Concord Rd it is already a nightmare to get in and out of the only entrance our neighborhood has. There is not way for my neighbors and I to get relief as our complaints have been left to the wind. Please vote this downMandie
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Mandie (37922), January 10, 2024 at 12:33 PM
The infrastructure cannot support new building. We must enlarge Northshore Rd, if it’s even possible, before any new neighborhoods can be built. This is not a good plan for our existing neighbors or any potential new neighbors.Mike
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Mike (37934), January 10, 2024 at 12:53 PM
I strongly oppose this rezoning as proposed. There is no way for emergency vehicles to render aid to traffic accident victims now. There have been fatalities on South Northshore Road and less than two weeks ago a traffic accident victim was helicoptered out because there was no other way to get the victim to the hospital. Did this person survive? I personally believe there should be a moratorium on new development projects in Choto until Northshore, Choto, and Harvey Roads are made safe. Northshore needs to be widened with shoulders and three lanes where possible. Promises have been made for twenty years it is time for them to be honored. This is no longer a matter of quality of life it is now a matter of life or death. For this rezoning on Harvey Road I propose 2.5 units per acre only if the Planning Commission and Knox County Commission immediately fund road improvements for Northshore, Choto, and Harvey Roads over a three-year period with Northshore Road being first. No road improvements, no rezoning. There should be a moratorium on new development until funding and approval of road improvements have been budgeted and approved by the vote by both bodies. It is time for your promises to be honored. More in attached file. View Attachment
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Lisa (37772), January 10, 2024 at 1:43 PM
This is a terrible idea. Please deny the request. The congestion in the area is already out of hand. Now we are going to add an additional 200 houses...meaning an additional 400 vehicles daily. An additional 400 children added to the school system. Our resources simply cannot handle this addition.Stephen
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Stephen (37772), January 10, 2024 at 1:51 PM
I live one mile from proposed development. Infrastructure is inadequate for this development. It is nearly impossible to travel northshore drive at certain hours of the day. During baseball season congestion is unbearable with increased accident rates and injuries ! Why would you want to expose us to this dangerous situation !Liz
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Liz (37922), January 10, 2024 at 2:11 PM
I oppose this due to crowding at the schools and on the buses. S Northshore is already a dangerous road and adding this many more homes will not help - even if the driver decides to take Harvey - it’s just as narrow and winding. George
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George (37934), January 10, 2024 at 3:04 PM
Any future development along this totally inadequate traffic is foolhardy at best. Of course an owner has a right to use property to get the best return. But when one person or a company seeks financial gain at the loss of thousands of residents then hopefully those who vote on this have some forethought and more importantly, a conscience to do the right thing. I have children and grandchildren that use Northshore every day. It’s not a question of how bad this road is for safety but when will the commission realize their collective names will be forever associated with any tragedies that befall the folks that drive on this already too dangerous 2 lane, narrow country road I hope the board has the intestinal fortitude to say ‘No’ to this foolish idea to put more homes off of Northshore.Stscy
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Stscy (37922), January 10, 2024 at 4:12 PM
Our communities infrastructure can not handle the number of residents this has a potential to add to the area. The traffic is already overwhelming, this will make it unbearable. The number of homes is not acceptable for this area and space. Karl
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Karl (37772), January 10, 2024 at 5:43 PM
Don’t approve any housing developments in this area until S Lakeshore Drive and or Harvey Road undergo major improvements and widening of the road surface. The current roadways are too narrow and have no shoulder. Emergency vehicles will not be able pass thru during a disaster situation. Please consider these conditions very carefully. Don’t approve a zoning change without first making a plan for road improvements. Thank you for your consideration.Alex
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Alex (37922), January 10, 2024 at 8:42 PM
I oppose the rezoning because there is already enough congestion and traffic as it is. Schools are becoming overcrowded and cant handle any more traffic. There are no shoulder lanes or center lanes so whenever an accident happens it holds up everyone behind them and if it was an actual emergency it would be difficult to get help.Cynthia
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Cynthia (37934), January 10, 2024 at 9:17 PM
This area of Farragut/Knox County is already overbuilt for the roadway infrastructure that is currently available, and considering that Northshore expansion is limited by the waterline on the south side, it seems like increasing traffic volume in this area will be a big challenge. Please consider the needs of current area residents with the same weight as those of the developers who want to make this area as overcrowded as the area at the new development at Kingston Pike and Concord Road (in front of the Kroger store) will be upon its completion. Delwyn
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Delwyn (37922), January 10, 2024 at 11:04 PM
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. The roads are overbuilt and cannot handle any more traffic and ours schools are overcrowded because of continuous high density development. Loudon County limits rural growth to two units per acre. It is time to recognize the Northshore-Choto area has been over built and more overdevelopment is a public safety hazard.Scarlet
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Scarlet (37934), January 11, 2024 at 12:43 AM
I am really concerned/confused as to why this type of development is even being considered at this time. Why would the infrastructure not be put in place prior to this even being voted on? It seems like common sense to work through all of the issues that will arise before this development is even considered. I would hope that the powers that be will lead with their brain and not just their wallet.Carol
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Carol ( 3792), January 11, 2024 at 7:32 AM
OPPOSE THE REZONING. Development: itâs more than just building houses. Development has to include widened roads, schools, and infrastructure. This is a dangerous intersection as it is with both Harvey and Northshore being only 2 lanes with NO SHOULDERS!Lori
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Lori (37922), January 11, 2024 at 9:38 AM
I am strongly against this re-zoning and the building of any more homes in this area until the roads are updated. We cannot handle any more traffic on this narrow 2 lane road. It is a safety hazard each and every day for anyone living in this area. You are absolutely ruining Knoxville, which used to be a nice area-not anymore!!! Alison
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Alison (37922), January 11, 2024 at 9:49 AM
I strongly oppose the Harvey/Northshore rezoning (1-E-24-RZ) to support 5 units per acre. While residential development in the area is inevitable, the highest density in the Choto area is 3.5 units/acre, with many older subdivisions in the area at 0.5 units/acre. The proposed 5 units/acre would be inconsistent with the area, and 3.5/acre is already too many. To say that this zoning is âconsistent with the sector plan and surrounding developmentâ is simply not true. My husband and I purchased our home in the Choto area 10.5 years ago. We have about 1.5 acres. One of the reasons we moved to the area was the natural beauty and open spaces. We have loved the farms, trees, wildlife, and the lake. It has been difficult to watch the farms in the area disappear, only to be replaced by so many homes jammed onto tiny lots. It truly is an eyesore to see nothing but roofs where there were once grazing livestock. The traffic has become a nightmare and will only get worse with this proposed high-density development. The roads and the schools are already maxed out, and further development of this type is irresponsible. Until the infrastructure issues have been addressed, this type of development cannot be allowed. With traffic as heavy as it already is, emergency vehicles struggle to get through the area in a timely manner. This is literally a matter of life and death. Please do not approve this rezoning.View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240111094907.pdf
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Katrina (37772), January 11, 2024 at 3:18 PM
Please don’t pass. I just moved from an area that was being over built and the number of other needs that comes with building so much more is endless: schools, jobs, road construction, safety, more builders, etc. it becomes a landslide. love the beautiful farms and space out here, let’s keep it peaceful for longer. Mirko ( ), January 11, 2024 at 4:58 PM
Why are we going through this again? This is the same issues and concerns from Choto development proposals. Is this community going to have to deal with a moving target every few months? I vehemently opposed high density developments in our community.Kari
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Kari (37922), January 12, 2024 at 7:42 AM
Northshore is already nearly impossible to drive safely on and we are talking about adding a substantial amount of traffic to an already dangerous road. I oppose the rezoning for safety reasons. Greg
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Greg (37772), January 12, 2024 at 12:53 PM
Please don’t allow any more development in this area. The roads are narrow and unsafe now due to the heavy traffic. There are no shoulders on either side. This summer they did tree trimming and the traffic was horrendous. I sat in my car for almost an hour before the traffic started to clear. This is unacceptable. Maybe even a bigger problem is the overcrowding of the Farragut schools. I understand the need for tax revenue, but you can’t collect higher taxes at the expense of the current residents.Linda
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Linda (37922), January 12, 2024 at 6:55 PM
For those who specifically select this area to live in, these development initiatives will drastically change the community to one we may not select again. Plus, the new houses do NOT fit the needs of the average family. My sister and her family recently moved into this exact area of Northshore. The houses are nice enough but developers have tried to squeeze so much on a small tract of land that the average homeowner cannot fit the average lawn equipment in the garage along with two cars. So...most residents are left parking a car in the driveway or on the street. If the homeowner is a growing family, the young drivers will also have to park on the street. This does NOT support a community feel. In addition to what seems to be developing every square inch of real estate, where are the trees? Is the any consideration to impacting the natural habitat that will inturn potentially harm children and pets. Please stop!!!Velvet
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Velvet (37919), January 12, 2024 at 10:13 PM
I do not approve any new developments on Northshore. To much traffic for two lane road. Dangerous for emergency vehicles and delay in receiving helpAlex
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Alex (37922), January 13, 2024 at 2:54 PM
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive is very dangerous now, ten days ago a traffic accident victim had to be taken to the hospital by helicopter because Northshore was unpassable. A few weeks ago a very large tree fell across Northshore Drive and traffic was halted for many hours, any medical emergency could have resulted in tragedy. -I OPPOSE THE REZONING. When wrecks occur it is difficult to get emergency help to victims because there is no center lane or road shoulder.
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Northshore Drive has to be widened to at least three lanes. This has to start immediately but there are no approved plans now.
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. Loudon County limits rural growth to two units per acre. It is time to recognize the Northshore-Choto area has been over built and more overdevelopment is a public safety hazard.
-I OPPOSE THE REZONING. I think not only is the over-development âcart before the horseâ but that itâs speeding down narrow, curvy roads and about to crash. Development has to include widened roads, schools, and infrastructure.
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Butch (37922), January 15, 2024 at 10:48 AM
My wife and I purchased a home close to the end of Choto Road past the marina about 16 years ago. There was no Weigle's out our way nor a round-about anywhere on Northshore. In the early 1960's Northshore was a two-lane road.... fast forward to 2024....it is STILL a two-lane road. My suggestion is to STOP all construction on new homes UNTIL this is corrected. Northshore in a lot of places is crumbling on the edge of the lanes and not safe to drive on. On top of that, HUGE concrete, brick and lumber trucks breaking down what little we have left on a daily basis. Why are we letting contractors come in a make a fortune off of these houses and not being FORCED to help with the schools and roads. We need representation BADLY out here.Nancy
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Nancy (37922), January 15, 2024 at 12:30 PM
We strongly oppose the proposed density of the development at Northshore and Harvey. We have been residents in the Choto area for over 30 years and have watched subdivision after subdivision being built with no apparent regard to their impact on the infrastructure. Anyone who has to navigate the current traffic on Northshore knows that this is a bad idea.Kristin
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Kristin (37922), February 14, 2024 at 11:45 AM
Please vote to stop the rampant overdevelopment along the Northshore Drive corridor. It's dangerous and irresponsible!Robert
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Robert (37772), February 20, 2024 at 7:32 PM
I am totally against the development of a residential area at Harvey Road and Northshore on the 42.44 acre plot currently zoned agricultural. This plot of land is surrounded by small two-lane roads that already handle too much traffic. Knox County officials need to seriously consider the outcome of a residential build-out in this area as the roads simply cannot handle more housing. Instead of allowing developers to build more homes that will increase the number of cars on Northshore and surrounding roads by several hundreds of vehicles, why don't Knox County officials work on developing better, safer roads and slowing down the UNCONTROLLED residential and apartment developments that are rising up like mushrooms all over Knox county?! What once was a beautiful county is turning into a heavily populated, traffic congested MESS. Do something 'constructive' for the existing Knox county residents: stop this 'residential' project at Harvey and Northshore and carefully consider the need for more infrastructure throughout Knox county rather than more housing!John
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John (37772), February 20, 2024 at 7:33 PM
I am totally against the development of a residential area at Harvey Road and Northshore on the 42.44 acre plot currently zoned agricultural. This plot of land is surrounded by small two-lane roads that already handle too much traffic. Knox County officials need to seriously consider the outcome of a residential build-out in this area as the roads simply cannot handle more housing. Instead of allowing developers to build more homes that will increase the number of cars on Northshore and surrounding roads by several hundreds of vehicles, why don't Knox County officials work on developing better, safer roads and slowing down the UNCONTROLLED residential and apartment developments that are rising up like mushrooms all over Knox county?! What once was a beautiful county is turning into a heavily populated, traffic congested MESS. Do something 'constructive' for the existing Knox county residents: stop this 'residential' project at Harvey and Northshore and carefully consider the need for more infrastructure throughout Knox county rather than more housing!