July 10, 2025
Planning Commission meeting
Planning Commission meeting
Public Comments
58 Comments for 11-C-20-RZ and 11-A-20-SP
Bob October 29, 2020 at 5:08 AM
A number of people in the neighborhood of this proposed development would like to know how the added traffic will be considered. In recent years the traffic on Campbell Station has increased a fair amount. We have followed the Hardin Valley Mobility Study and would like to know if this development will fit into this study.
Would you be able to send us any information about the ability of the infrastructure to support this development. The road's capability to handle this new addition is questionable and our foremost concern.
We plan to contact the County Commissioners and the road engineering department to add our point of view. We are in favor of sustainable development. As such, development should not overwhlhm the infrastructure. Agaain, in this case the road is our main concern. Reduction of the housing density and road development may help maintain a safe and sound road.
Austin October 31, 2020 at 7:49 AM
I am writing in opposition to the rezoning request 11-C-20-RZ and 11-a-20-sp. I am concerned this will make the dangerous traffic problem significantly worse especially at this particular location along north Campbell Station rd. The road improvement plan should be underway before approving a rezoning to such a large number of houses along this road. The 196 requested household's vehicles pulling on and off of Campbell Station Road at this Curve will lead to traffic accidents and injuries. Please deny this rezoning request to slow the rapid growth and traffic problems we are facing in Hardin Valley.Ryan November 1, 2020 at 4:23 AM
My family lives on North Campbell station Rd in Hardin valley. I own 1811 N. Campbell station Rd, the adjacent property to this planned rezoning and I am writing to express opposition to this rezoning. There are many issues with this rezoning and the many neighbors I have spoken with have expressed similar concerns.View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201102073017.pdf
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Rita (37932), November 3, 2020 at 1:13 AM
I am a next door neighbor who lives at 1801 N. Campbell Station Rd. and am writing in opposition to the rezoning of the Long Farm Way portion of the 41 acre parcel of this property. The original plan was meant to be a low density area with no more than 15 or more acres per house and only 2 houses per easement. This plan has been a known restriction that was put in place when the Long Farm was subdivided to protect the land and surrounding neighbors from a high density development.The developers are trying to get around the restrictions by accessing it through the adjacent property and we think allowing this large development will set a dangerous precedent and be unfair to the other Long Farm lot owners. Also, the large curve would be even more dangerous with the new entrance/exit point there ,causing increased number of speed signage and increased traffic problems. Please consider our opposition to the rezoning of this development and keep the restriction of this large development.
Hunter November 5, 2020 at 8:16 AM
In response to MPC denial of the Low Density Residential, I find this to be inconsistent with the current zoning in Hardin Valley.This parcel qualifies for LDR based on the following:
-land is served by water, sewer and gas (all located at the entrance along Campbell Station)
- slopes are less than 25%
- preliminary concept plan indicates cluster development with lots planned to very in width from 60', 75' and 90' width
-boulevard entrance satisfies egress / ingress requirements
-plan aligns with existing growth in the area
In the past all sector plan amendments in Hardin Valley have been approved. A portion of the Long Farm was previously approved for LDR zoning (10-C-06-SP)
Following cases were approved:
Solway Station (12-B-15-SP) Hayden Hills (6-C-04-SP) Laural RidgeBall Homes Seal property (10-E-19-SP) Vining Mill (7-E-16-sp)Brandywine @ Pepper Ridge (5-B-17-SP) Everett Station (12-A-13-SP)The Brook @ Hardin Valley (3-A-17-SP)
I respectfully request that 11-A-20-SP be approved LDR per the above mentioned reasons.
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Kim (37932), November 5, 2020 at 12:15 PM
The developer reached out to me to discuss his vision for this project several weeks ago. We discussed at length the concerns that adjacent property owners and community members had regarding the safety of Campbell Station Rd, density according to topography, setbacks, amenities, adding value to the community, aligning his vision with the community's vision, the Growth Plan, the Sector Plan, the case file of this property, easement deeds, other offers on this property, preservation of vegetation, buffers, egress / ingress locations, site distances, zoning and densities of nearby properties, etc. View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201105131522.pdf
Cecilia November 6, 2020 at 2:12 PM
We were notified that there is a proposed rezoning request near Catatoga Kennels on Campbell station rd (11-c-20-RZ and 11-a-20-sp). This portion of Campbell station road is already overturned and poorly maintained with proposed improvements still outstanding (thinking of updates to the intersection of Yarnell and Campbell Station in particular and the road closure on the other end of Yarnell for the bridge repair that already limits traffic). The traffic backup, particularly in the mornings, is awful. Please, please leave this land as agricultural. We are losing the charm that drew us to the area years ago as the growth far outpaces the preparation. Let's grow smarter, and reclaim the charm of Hardin valley!Ed and Laura
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Ed and Laura (37932), November 6, 2020 at 6:11 PM
This email is in regard to the proposed planned residential rezoning project proposed by Urban Development on Campbell Station rd at Catoga kennels.As a resident of this area (11707 Yarnell Rd) my husband and I strongly oppose any further development of this magnitude until Campbell station rd sees significant improvement.
Specifically the dangerous interaction of Yarnell and Campbell Sta and the increased traffic at Camp Sta and Hardin Valley. These intersections need a traffic circle or light before any future development occurs.
Susan November 7, 2020 at 1:32 PM
I am writing about 11-C-20-RZ and 11-A-20-SP involving the rezoning and building on Catatoga Kennels. The problem developing this land is two fold - North Campbell Station Road and the overcrowded schools.North Campbell Station Road is a busy two lane road with no shoulders. It needs shoulders, and if building continues, it needs to be widened as well as Yarnell and Sam Lee Road. Before we approve subdivisions, please look at the infrastructure. The property across the street to Catatoga is the prime example. You know Campbell station is narrow with lots of traffic. Why wasn't that developer required to give enough land to widen that road? Now, we are going to build another 196 houses to add traffic to a dangerous road. I would not want to make a left turn onto Campbell Station. I drove down Campbell Station around 8:00 in the morning. The road is so backed up to get onto Hardin Valley, and Hardin Valley Road can't take any more traffic at that time. Please do something about the roads or require these builders to set back their property to improve the road.
Our schools are overcrowded. How can we support more students with the current number of houses already approved to be built?
I understand the county wants more money. I understand that both the land owner and the develop want to make money. I would like to be ok with it, but Campbell Station Road and our schools can not support that number of houses. Fix the roads and the schools and I would not complain.
Please start thinking about road improvements including widening roads before you agree to new subdivisions.
Claude November 8, 2020 at 12:41 PM
I understand that you want to accommodate everyone by approving all building permits requested. But you must look at the location of this request. For a more visual effect come down to Hardin Valley during the drop off of the school kids in the morning and you will get a good idea of what the traffic is like around here. The roads on Campbell Station and Hardin Valley are over populated now and the schools are so over crowded that even the new school on Coward Mill Rd. will be to capacity before it is even open and the Hardin Valley schools are so over crowded they are having to add out buildings for class rooms. So please do not pass this application. Ask yourself would you want to live in this over populated area?Stephen November 8, 2020 at 10:01 PM
I am writing to you today as a Hardin Valley resident for almost 39 years. While I know growth is inevitable and changehappens, our little community cannot handle the traffic. The road infrastructure is not sufficient. I used to be able to pull out of my driveway on Yarnell Rd amd never have to wait for traffic. Now it is not uncommon for me to wait for a dozen vehicles to pass and now I get stuck in bumper to bumper traffic at the stop sign at Yarnell and Campbell station. There are several large developments going in all around my area. We need to put a stop to the development until the infrastructure is in place. I hope you consider this in your decision to rezoning requests. My kids will be driving soon and I pray that the roads and intersections are much safer before they are driving with all this traffic. We need major improvements!
Nancy November 9, 2020 at 10:34 AM
Please, please make the developers slow down. West Knox county rural roads can't keep up with the traffic as is.Even worse, all this bulldozing of forests is contributing to global warming.Why not make them put in quality homes on large lots (like Chestnut Grove where trees are protected and has commons area, pool, etc.) to attract higher income families. The higher priced homes can still bring in profit to the developer, higher taxes than the rural land, but will help keep the area beautiful. The bonus is traffic won't be increased as much.
Bottom line: please oppose this development plan and substantially reduce the number of houses in this acreage.
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Martin and Mary Lou (37932), November 9, 2020 at 12:07 PM
We are very concerned about a proposal to allow building 196 new homes on 1737 N. Campbell Station. We understand the desire to build in Hardin Valley and are not opposed to all new building, but ask that it be thoughtful and proactive. Many homes in this area are already in the process of being built or have been built and not occupied. Our schools are already overcrowded. This area is experiencing traffic issues and congestion which would obviously get worse. Traffic would increase by 1,932 more trips a day according to the Traffic Impact Letter completed October 2020. Campbell Station and Yarnell are both 2 lane roads (often narrow) and cannot handle this amount of traffic. We simply do not have the infrastructure.Your own staff has made a preliminary recommendation for 124 homes. What would be your rationale for going against this finding? We ask that you follow the guidelines for Hillside Protection. Please give thought to the impact on the environment, both trees and wildlife. We are at risk of diminishing both which are reasons why Hardin Valley is beautiful.
We regret that health issues and Covid 19 prohibit our attending this meeting in person.
PLEASE be thoughtful and proactive in your decisions regarding Hardin Valley. Please send confirmation that this email has been received-thanks.
Amy November 9, 2020 at 1:23 PM
I am writing today over my concern for the rezoning of areas 11-C-20-RZ and 11-A-20-SP. This is a beautiful piece of land along the Campbell Station area and I hate to see another neighborhood go in. Campbell Station is a very narrow road and can not handle the additional traffic that it will see with the new neighborhoods in the process of being built along with the potential one. The intersection at Yarnell and Campbell Station is a very dangerous one and this will just make the intersection more dangerous. The lack of infrastructure and deterioration is a concern as well.That area sees high water and the other side sees flooding and removing a hillside that helps with the water would be a concern to me. Plus the schools are WAY overcrowded as it is, this will only add to the number of students and over crowding the schools even more which will affect not only my children's education but others as well not to mention their safety.
My last concern is just taking away the beauty of country and trees and animals natural habitat. We decided on this area because of it's beauty and country feel and that is slowly being taken away with every tree cut down. I know all that is seen is $$$$ but I see nature and animal habitat and being safe when I take my kids to school on an already narrow, busy road.
I hope you will reconsider this re-zoning.
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Lisa (37924), November 9, 2020 at 6:35 PM
The surrounding neighbors are concerned about having another subdivision in an area already facing traffic problems, school overcrowding and flood potential. The site has a lot of slopes in the Hillside Protection area and neighbors are concern about the negative effects on their property of grading hillsides and potential for flooding. I know that road improvements are planned for the future, but that doesn't help the people who live there now. Samuel
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Samuel (37932), November 9, 2020 at 7:03 PM
I just wanted to voice my family's concern regarding rezoning this property. Having moved to Hardin Valley in 2012, we've witnessed first hand the growth the community has both enjoyed and is now having to learn to tolerate. Traffic along Campbell Station, and specifically at the Yarnell intersection, is a daily problem. It would be prudent to delay further land development so as to allow the surrounding roadways to catch up. I'm also concerned about the population density and home values. We moved to a rural part of Knoxville for a reason, because it was rural, and not with the hope that it would someday soon be further developed and over populated. When will enough be enough? Just look at the development that has already (and is currently) taking place. Let's postpone rezoning for more development until, at least, the infrastructure/roadways have a chance to catch up. Thanks for your time.Ryan
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Ryan (37932), November 9, 2020 at 7:10 PM
The fact that a portion of this property had previously been rezoned to low density residential should have no bearing on the current rezoning request. This was 14 years ago and obviously a lot has changed since then with regards to the growth and infrastructure and planning. All of the surrounding properties in this area are agricultural or rural residential with densities at one house per acre up to 1 house per 20 or more acres. Approving this rezoning would be inconsistent and significantly effect the adjoining properties, not only in terms of land use but property value. Also, with a large development, all who live in the area will have their safety at our homes and on the road irreversibly changed.please deny this rezoning, this is not a good location for a large development. Craig November 10, 2020 at 11:14 AM
I read with great concern regarding the proposed rezoning to allow 196 new home sites along north Campbell Station road. We have been here for 10 years and have seen multiple new subdivisions added with NO real road improvements which are desperately needed. It is obvious that the Developers involved have no concern for anything but profit.The traffic along this stretch of Campbell station is already beyond safe and this addition would push the situation further. If you were to travel this stretch of road, you could see that first hand. In addition the planned development density is out of proportion to surrounding properties and will lead to a decrease in property values and further lead to eroding of the country charm that led us to move here in the first place.Please vote no on this proposal.
Lisa November 10, 2020 at 11:19 AM
Again, there is a lot of concern from the surrounding neighbors about building another subdivision in an area already facing traffic concerns, school overcrowding and flooding problems. A lot of this property is in the Hillside Protection area and the neighbors are concerning that grading will cause flooding problems on their property.Mark
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Mark (37920), November 10, 2020 at 11:25 AM
As I am sure the Commission is aware, the Hardin Valley area has become overwhelmed with new residents making the antiquated infrastructure a significant concern. Two new subdivisions within short distance on Campbell Station Road have just been constructed, this dumping more traffic on a two-lane winding road. The traffic through the Campell Station/Hardin Valley intersection has become quite congested as well as Campbell Station towards Farragut the ascends up a steep hill. Construction crews on these roads often funnel traffic into one lane causing longer delays. Emergency vehicles would be hindered at best and there are times these roads become impassible.Traffic congestion is a significant issue and the accident rate is rising. These roads can be dangerous with the large increase in traffic with no changes planned. I would like to voice my objection to this rezoning until infrastructure changes can be planned.
Julie November 10, 2020 at 11:31 AM
My family urges you to deny the application for Rezoning (case #11-C-20-RZ) the Northwest County Sector Plan Amendment (case #11-A-20-SP) from agricultural to planned residential. View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201110113146.pdf
Jessica November 10, 2020 at 11:33 AM
My husband and I own a home in Campbell Creek off Campbell Station. We are adamantly OPPOSED to these new homes/neighborhood. There is no way Campbell Station can handle all these new cars and traffic. The road is already crumbling away. It’s narrow and already too busy as it is. Also, the school cannot support another 400+ children in its school system. Please do not allow this neighborhood.Heather November 10, 2020 at 2:29 PM
I am sending this email with concerns regarding Rezoning case #11-C-20-RZ and Northwest County Sector Plan Amendment case #11-A-20-SP.View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201110142916.pdf
John & Amelia November 10, 2020 at 2:43 PM
I am deeply concerned about the proposed rezoning of the above parcels. As a neighbor with a driveway next to 1737 N Campbell Station Rd, I am concerned by the increased traffic on N Campbell Station Rd, safety hazard created during our ingress and egress of the property by the increased traffic on the neighboring driveway, environmental impact of the proposed number of dwellings including contour and drainage impacts, impacts to trees and wildlife and other likely impacts. As such, I am opposed to this proposed rezoning. If the commission were to consider a rezoning plan, these parcels should only be rezoned at a minimum of 5 acres to each dwelling to minimize the significant impacts that would likely occur with the currently proposed number of dwellings.Travis & Stacey
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Travis & Stacey (37932), November 10, 2020 at 3:16 PM
I’m writing in regard to to another proposed subdivision in the Hardin Valley area. I’ve been growing more and more concerned with the density of homes in the newer subdivisions that have been springing up over the past few years and now they’ve started to encroach on our small, wooded property where we lived since 2015. In addition to the impacts on privacy and the natural beauty still largely present in the area, traffic on N. Campbell Station & Yarnell will become even more problematic as the number of residents goes up at break neck pace. Please consider pumping the brakes on this new development that sits right in the middle of some beautiful countryside.Amy November 10, 2020 at 3:17 PM
NO NO NO ..I live on Misty Valley Way off Yarnell Rd. There are already 2 new large subdivisions going up off Campbell station and the road has not been improved at all! and you want to add 196 houses? It is so dangerous driving from our house to Harding Valley road as is…and all those kids filling up the schools when they are already at capacity.. This so so crazy…It can not happen… Do not just think about money please think about the children, the traffic, the dangerous road…Commission members please drive down Campbell station towards Hardin Valley Road you will see it is NOT a good idea…Garrett November 10, 2020 at 3:18 PM
I am writing regarding a rezoning request for property near our home (cases # 11-C-20-RZ and # 11-A-20-SP). In looking into this it seems that the group interested in developing these lots are requesting a unit density that is 50% more than what the rural and hillside characteristics say should be permitted. Please mark me down as in opposition to the rezoning plan being submitted to the county. Thank you!Misty
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Misty (37932), November 11, 2020 at 7:18 AM
Please do not approve 196 unit subdivision on Campbell Station. Campbell Station Rd cannot handle an increase in cars. Just the other day there was a really bad wreck in that curve where the entrance of that subdivision would be. The schools are already overcrowded. Whitney November 11, 2020 at 8:18 AM
It’s come to my attention of another growth/rezoning plan for the Hardin Valley area where precious areas will potentially add another nearly 200 homes near the Catoga Kennels off Campbell Station rd. I humbly and respectfully ask this rezoning effort to cease and deny this proposal! Hardin Valley traffic is already ridiculous with 2 lane roads, and in most cases no turn lanes for safety. The school system is heavily populated and there are also a number of open houses on the market to continue to infiltrate this school system without having additional housing. This area is also in a potential flood zone and should be heavily reviewed for the amount of civil engineering this woodland would require for housing to be done properly. I ask for our elected commission to please stop, if at least, slow the growth/rezoning of this venture and future ventures so that our Hardin Valley infrastructure can catch up. These houses being placed tightly onto lots, cheaply made by developers also dilutes our Hardin Valley housing market. Thank you for your consideration to our concerns, we appreciate your time and attention to this specific matter.Jennifer
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Jennifer (37932), November 11, 2020 at 11:20 AM
Attached please find our letter of opposition for case #11-A-20-SP and case #11-C-20-RZ. We have multiple concerns regarding this location and these specific parcels. Thank you for your consideration.View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201111112005.pdf
Regina November 11, 2020 at 11:32 AM
I implore you to exercise great caution in approving the rezoning of this land and to also rethink further construction out this way until the planning commission can form a better plan of action to address concerns that are already out of control.View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201111180825.pdf
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John (37932), November 11, 2020 at 12:26 PM
I object to the further development of Campbell Station Rd in Knoxville at this time. This road is not designed to handle the additional traffic flow that it must for the current development. In addition, the surrounding roads cannot support the additional traffic without greatly impacting the current residents. Lastly, the Hardin Valley schools are already dealing with overcrowded situations. The addition of 100+ more families will only exacerbate this issue. I feel it is time for the county to deal with some of these outlying issues prior to allow these developers carte blanche to squeeze homes in where ever open land may be. They have no investment in the Hardin Valley environment after they've completed their builds and this is where we, the residents, need our local government officials to stand up for what's best for us.Jennifer
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Jennifer (37932), November 11, 2020 at 12:28 PM
I object to the further development of Campbell Station Rd in Knoxville at this time. This road is not designed to handle the additional traffic flow that it must for the current development. In addition, the surrounding roads cannot support the additional traffic without greatly impacting the current residents. Lastly, the Hardin Valley schools are already dealing with overcrowded situations. The addition of 100+ more families will only exacerbate this issue. I feel it is time for the county to deal with some of these outlying issues prior to allow these developers carte blanche to squeeze homes in wherever open land may be. They have no investment in the Hardin Valley environment after they've completed their builds and this is where we, the residents, need our local government officials to stand up for what's best for us.Davin November 11, 2020 at 1:00 PM
I am writing in regards to the planned rezoning of the above property. First off, there is currently way to much traffic for Campbell Station Road, I have lived here for over 4 yrs and I see a wreck almost weekly on average, someone runs off the road or collides on Yarnel & Campbell intersection. Second, Part of the draw to the "Countryside" is quietness, traffic on Campbell station has already put that into peril, more traffic would just mean more noise. Third, The current school system is already overflowing, where would another 200 families think they are going to go? Fourth, the tree removal that will be required which does so much for our air filtering will be reduces, we will need more than mask to help us survive. Lastly, I enjoy turkeys, deer and other animals, and yes even coyotes roaming through my back yard, at the rate of growth, they will all be leaving.
The madness has to stop somewhere!
hjh514 November 11, 2020 at 1:26 PM
I have major concerns I am a neighbor on Yarnell road and hard and Valley school was meant to lift the overcrowded students at schools and it immediately was overcrowded. The morning traffic through there already is ridiculous and you're wanting to pile so many more kids into this school um why don't they build schools 1st before they start building up all these places.Daniel
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Daniel (37909), November 11, 2020 at 1:56 PM
As a Yarnell Road area resident for the past twenty years I strongly urge you to decline these aforementioned rezoning requests.The Yarnell corridor and North Campbell Station are already over built with new neighborhoods, many which are still being built out as evidenced by traffic levels that exceed safety and current infrastructure capacities. We have experienced numerous traffic accidents, including several fatalities on both roads, where sight distances for existing road entrances and blind curves exist.
The Hardin Valley School district was overcrowded the day it came into existence and there seems to be no corrective measure ahead for that issue. Due to the hill and valley topography water drainage,as severe puddling and hydroplaning already exist as I have experienced that first hand on many occasions, very dangerous conditions on to be amplified by new construction, heavy truck presence and increased traffic volumes.
This area, known to us as Hines Valley, is extremely overbuilt given current infrastructure capacities. I simply cannot imagine putting this corridor under more stress with new zoning and construction.
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Carol (37932), November 11, 2020 at 2:36 PM
My husband and I are totally opposed to this proposal for Long Farm Way. Our valley continues to be over come by massive neighborhoods. The environmental impact to our creek, hills, and wildlife continues to be compromised, the schools are heavily overcrowded already. The roads continue to be carrying way too much traffic for the amount of homes being allowed to be built. We have lived here 18 years the traffic and creek have both been affected by building up excess homes and even homes being built on flood property built up higher to accommodate large amounts of housing to overrun our valley. The roads as they are are not safe for one more large housing development to come in this valley. We are sure you will take all these points and make the best decision for our County. Please consider not bringing in more money for peoples gain but, what is the right thing to do. Please Stop this from happening. We look forward to your reply as to the decision made. Bruce & Laura November 12, 2020 at 3:07 PM
As residents of El Rancho Trail we are very concerned about the impact that the proposed subdivision would have on increased traffic and road safety on North Campbell Station Road. The proposed rezoning would allow almost 200 homes to be built with the only entrance and exit onto Campbell Station Rd. This section of Campbell Station Road is narrow, curvy, and hilly. It is not a good road for increased traffic volume. Traffic volume has already increased dramatically due to other recently built subdivisions. Congestion at the intersection of Campbell Station Road and Hardin Valley Road is already a problem, particularly when students are arriving and leaving school. Traffic increase at Campbell Station Road and Yarnell Road would also be a concern. The road is just too twisty, narrow, and hilly. We have already noticed an increase in accidents on North Campbell Station Road and a large subdivision would only further aggravate this trend. We request that the zoning request to planned residential be rejected.Valerie November 12, 2020 at 3:15 PM
I am writing to address the upcoming rezoning for properties on Campbell Station road located at 1737 N. Campbell Station.View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201112151551.pdf
Denise November 12, 2020 at 3:17 PM
I am a Hardin Valley resident and am very concerned with the development going up. My husband and I chose Hardin Valley to retire to from northern Ohio because of the small town community and beauty that frames the valley. In a short period of time, where we had a view of trees we now see roof tops. The smog that has become a concern due to increased traffic, is now more of concern because of the deforestation happening. The infrastructure failures are being felt and seen, such as road collapse ( ie. Hickory Rd) because of the constant heavy truck traffic as well as drainage issues. Not to mention over populated class room sizes at Hardin Valley schools where my grandson attends. The caliber of professional educators will be challenged if the classroom sizes continue to grow. My daughter is an educator and relocated from Ohio with us with a special needs child. She was very satisfied with the program they have experienced. But, the concern for the continual great education is a concern . STOP REZONING!!!!If we had known this area was going to become another “ city like an Ohio city” , we would have relocated elsewhere.
GROWTH IS GOING TO HAPPEN. We get that!But please, SLOW DOWN and get the infrastructure growth necessary for the growth FIRST!!!!
Laurie & Bob November 12, 2020 at 3:18 PM
We are opposed to the above proposed development for the following reasons:+ As stated in the Hardin Valley Mobility Plan, N. Campbell Station Road has heavy traffic that is predicted to increase. Improving the road by adding a lane or two is not possible between Ridgeland Road and Hardin Valley Road. Therefore, there is a limit to the traffic the road can safely handle. The proposed development of 196 homes is too much new traffic and should not be allowed. There should be no new development along this section of the road until some way is found to safely increase the road’s capacity. It should be noted that the Mobility Plan suggests building two new roads off Campbell Station to handle increased traffic. One of these roads cuts through a portion of the proposed development.
+ The proposed development is requesting 3.13 du/ac. The Hillside and Ridgetop Protection Plan requires that 1.93 du/ac is the maximum allowed (which gives 124 homes). At the very least, 1.93 du/ac should be required for this development. At the most, the proposed development should not be allowed until the N. Campbell Station Road congestion is solved. It is time to act proactively about the infrastructure of Hardin Valley!
Natalie November 12, 2020 at 3:19 PM
Hi! thank you for taking the time to read my email about the proposed development off North Campbell station and future proposed developments within Hardin Valley in general. We moved to Hardin Valley a few years ago and chose to move to the area because of it's charm and small town feel. We are saddened to see that disappear and turn into developments and industries. Our quick trip to the grocery store is no longer quick because of the increased traffic. We have to leave +20 mins earlier for work now because of the school traffic, forget when schools start in August it's almost impossible to even drive own Hardin Valley Road. Residents in Hardin Valley do not want any more developments, it is not only ruining our beautiful city visually but also our roads, electrical, water, and schools cannot handle anymore. I already know of 5 people within the last year move because of this. Please stop the rezoning and keep Hardin Valley beautiful.Rachel November 12, 2020 at 3:20 PM
I am writing in opposition to the rezoning request 11-C-20-RZ and 11-A-20-SP. This portion of Campbell Station Rd is already extremely dangerous; I experience it nearly everyday when I have to use the intersection at Yarnell Rd. In its current condition the road will not safely support this planned development. The density of the requested development is far to high for this area. The property is located in the heart of a section of large estate lots and would not be compatible with the neighboring properties. Lisa November 12, 2020 at 3:21 PM
The above referenced request for rezoning should not be approved in Hardin Valley. Campbell Station is already over crowded and has no shoulders for driving. The road cannot handle the proposed request for a new neighborhood with more houses. The road is not safe as it is and has dangerous intersections. Adding more traffic will worsen the situation. This will also effect the already over crowded schools. Please do not approve and also respond that this email was received.Mark November 12, 2020 at 3:29 PM
As a resident of Hardin Valley living on Yarnell Road, I am writing today to urge the planning commission against the rezoning of parcels 11-C-20-RZ & #11-A-20-SP from agricultural to planned residential.View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201112152900.pdf
Donald November 12, 2020 at 3:40 PM
See attached commentsView Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201112154028.pdf
Robin November 12, 2020 at 3:43 PM
I currently live on N Campbell Station and yarnell. The fact that you want to allow a builder to purchase 64 acres of land and build 196 homes, which is close to 3 houses per acres is crazy. I watch wrecks and close to wrecks almost on a daily basis at the intersection of Campbell Station and Yarnell. Drivers honk and come to near misses and dart across the road when they no longer want to wait. With the schools and all the new subdivision already popping up on Campbell Station the road can no longer withstand the extra traffic safely and the fact that you want to rezone to allow even more houses. I have lived in my house most of my life and the valley once was a great place to live and now it is being eaten up for the profit for the builders.The schools which are new are already overcrowded. What is going to happen to relieve the pressure on the schools rezone and move people around again??
I also know I am a small person and dont have the money to dish out like the builders do. But I am wanting to at least be on the record that there is going to be a deadly accident at this intersection and I don't believe that anything outside of a red light will help this area at all.
I at least feel that I have spoken by mind and when the terrible happens I know I did what I could.
Mary November 12, 2020 at 3:55 PM
We obviously don’t have any capacity for that many more houses in the area without infrastructure improvements and the schools are already over capacity. With the 260 homes being built nearby on Marietta Church Rd., this is unbelievable what you are proposing. I take my life into my own hands just to cross the street and get my mail everyday!! Please!! Stop the overdevelopment!!Mistyn November 12, 2020 at 3:58 PM
This email is in regards to the continued growth of the Hardin valley area, particularly new subdivisions being proposed. I respectfully ask that this rezoning effort be stopped and the proposal be denied. The current traffic in Hardin Valley is heavy used and, being it is only 2 way roads, this poses safety concerns. The schools in Hardin valley are already busting at the seams and adding 200+ more families isn’t going to help in the short term. Also, having subdivisions that are cheaply made and so tightly compact does not add value, nor bolster the housing market of our beautiful community. Please let the infrastructure in Hardin valley catch up with the already overloaded systems. I would much rather see our community benefit from more public green spaces such as greenways connecting schools to neighborhoods, public pools and parks. Cheryl & Matt November 12, 2020 at 4:14 PM
My family and I recently moved to Hardin Valley after being out of state for ~2 years. I was shocked and surprised at the growth in the area but decided to move here because it is peaceful where we live. View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201112161401.pdf
Lynn November 12, 2020 at 4:15 PM
I am writing today to express my concerns and objection over the proposal of yet another new housing development in Hardin Valley. Our once beautiful rural community is being eroded and transformed into a congested overpopulated municipality. The amount of homes crammed onto the tiniest of plots shows the greed of the builders. They are not concerned with the quality of life for the residents (new and current), but only the money lining their own pockets.
Our schools are already overflowing, medical appointments take weeks to schedule, grocery stores are crowded, traffic congestion is causing accidents, emergency services are being stretched. All this due to the crush of overpopulation in our area.
When do we start caring about the residents that are already here? Do we even matter anymore? I understand development is tied to progress, but when will it be enough? Is there not a compromise? Can development continue, but be slowed and limited? Please consider the long term impact another 196 homes will have on our already diminishing quality of life.
It is my hope that the concerns of the current Hardin Valley citizens are heard and are seriously considered in this decision.
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Andrew (37931), November 12, 2020 at 4:17 PM
I have been made aware of yet another plan for rezoning and development in the Hardin Valley area. As I understand it, the plan would bring nearly another 200 homes into the area. I would like to ask that you deny this proposal and deny any further requests for neighborhood development in this area. As a parent, I am painfully aware of how overcrowded the Hardin Valley schools are already and another neighborhood would only make it worse. For the last 2 years I have had a child in 1 of the portable buildings outside HVES. There are already more developments going in on Campbell Station Rd than that road should handle. Traffic in this area is already dangerous, aggravating, and dense. Please stop the development!Nancy November 12, 2020 at 4:31 PM
Please say no to any future re-zoning in Hardin Valley for housing developments. The Solway/Hardin Valley community housing developments are outpacing the infrastructure in this area. Traffic congestion is outpacing the area that it was designed and intended for. Nicole
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Nicole (37932), November 12, 2020 at 4:33 PM
My family and I moved to Hardin Valley to get away from traffic and the over-development of the Western Avenue area. However, over the last three years, there has been non-stop construction in our part of Hardin Valley. I can honestly count six massive developments that have recently been built or are in the process of being built. All six of these are within a 1 to 4 mile radius from where I live.View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201112163353.pdf
Lori November 12, 2020 at 4:34 PM
Please STOP rezoning this area and allowing builders to keep adding subdivisions. Our infrastructure cannot handle any more subdivisions... We already have WAY TOO MANY HOUSES which brings WAY TOO MANY CARS!!!Woody November 14, 2020 at 11:22 AM
The purpose of this email is to express my opposition to the rezoning of the reference partials of land listed above. Enough is enough when it comes to subdivisions in the Hardin Valley area. Traffic is now bad on Campbell Station Road and especially the intersection of Campbell Station and Yarnell Roads. We need a light or round-about there before any other residents move into this area. I live off Yarnell Road and have for 43 years. I have seen farm land taken over with subdivisions. This is okay in some incidents where the infrastructure can support it, but this is not the case in this incident.Please deny this rezoning request and confirm receipt of this email.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20220531T184844.pdf
Patsy November 16, 2020 at 8:32 AM
Please consider STOPPING the planned Hardin Valley Rural Rezoning initiative in the referenced cases above for the following reasons:1. There are currently nine large single family dwelling or apartment building initiatives in this area already. I'm all for progress, but this area has exploded without any increase in services or consideration for the current residents. These have already added to the congestion experienced in the Hardin Valley/Yarnell/Campbell Station area. The traffic has increased due to these large developments, not to mention having three school zones directly affected in this area.
a. Yarnell/Everett intersection
b. Campbell Station between Harden Valley & Yarnell
c. Four developments on Hardin Valley Road
d. Large apartment complex at Campbell Station and I-40
e. Yarnell between Campbell Station and Lovell
2. Road Congestion in the area already - It's impossible in the morning to cross Yarnell and Campbell Station. That intersection has been ignored for years, the current line painting project is abhorrent, and the roads don't even align, causing traffic issues. The discussions about making this a round-about have been largely ignored. The homeowner at this corner has tried to add a deterrent, but the road planners thwart his efforts, I guess they like having a mud pit instead of taking care of an issue. The road congestion on Hardin Valley is a disgrace. There was a large road project, at that time, it could have been made into 4 lanes, but instead, kept it at 2 lanes, when everyone knows this area is growing.
3. Services provided are strained or non-existent. It's rare to see these roads patrolled. The speeding on these roads are largely ignored, trucks are allowed to by- pass the weigh station and use these roads as a cut through. Now the roads are full of pot holes which aren't taken care of properly.
4. Negative Behavior increasing for drivers in this area
a. Speeding!!! The posted speed limit is ignored - sit a patrol car daily on Yarnell, the speeding needs to be controlled
b. Large trucks by-passing the scales on I-40, this is dangerous, they are speeding too, and this is destroying the roads. Again - if there are more developments approved, need to have Yarnell and Campbell Station patrolled DAILY!!
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Ryan (na), December 10, 2020 at 7:55 AM
I live at 1811 N Campbell station road and am the neighbor to this proposed development 11-A-20-SP & 11-C-20-RZ . The County Commissioners need to know why this proposed development is such a big concern for the community, and the number of public comments that were submitted against this development should get your attention. View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201210075505.pdf