July 8, 2021
Planning Commission meeting

Public Comments

83 Comments for

X Date X ZIP Code

Evangelynn
37924

3-SB-21-C
Evangelynn (37924), February 18, 2021 at 3:40 PM

I am very concerned about this proposed development, particularly the potential impacts to the neighborhood streets and traffic and the area utility services (water and sewer). I believe the density of this planned development is inappropriate for the surrounding area, and the fact that the entry points are both on Ruggles Ferry is a huge drawback. Traffic on this road is already a concern and this will worsen that situation. Water and sewer services are sometimes a problem in this area and I am concerned this many lots will overburden the system. Finally, I don't want to see my property values decrease due to the issues created by this subdivision. This is very unfair to the other property owners in the neighborhood.

February 18, 2021
at 3:40 PM

Carl
37924

3-SB-21-C
Carl (37924), February 19, 2021 at 10:16 AM

Attached is my letter opposing concept plan 3-SB-21-C. Thank you.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20210219101600.pdf

February 19, 2021
at 10:16 AM

David
37924

3-SB-21-C
David (37924), February 22, 2021 at 12:45 PM

I oppose this high intensity project due to the negative environmental impact it will have on the Holston River Basin area of the proposed site. Has the Environmental Impact Study been completed?

February 22, 2021
at 12:45 PM

Derek
37924

3-SB-21-C
Derek (37924), February 22, 2021 at 5:43 PM

Please see my attached letter regarding the above noted planned development. Thank you for your service and for your consideration of our concerns.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20210222174334.pdf

February 22, 2021
at 5:43 PM

GREG
37924

3-SB-21-C
GREG (37924), March 2, 2021 at 8:13 AM

I have property on Burris Road and Graves Road. I travel Ruggles Ferry back and forth with farm equipment. The traffic is already bad now at times and there has been numerous times of almost an accident due to high speed vehicles. We certainly DO NOT NEED ALL the traffic that this would bring it pose many problems. The Carter schools are crowded now , they would have trouble handling all the many children that this would be having. I AM OPPOSED TO THIS BEING PUT IN>

March 2, 2021
at 8:13 AM

Constance
37924

3-SB-21-C
Constance (37924), March 2, 2021 at 10:01 AM

I disagree with the plan of building 400 new homes in an area that will need a lot of money to accommodate an increased number of people, traffic, and sewage. Unless their are plans comparable of increased road space on Ruffles Ferry Road, water and sewage accommodation and traffic needs it will would be Unadvisable to do so. There are many lower income families that live in this area that own property and houses. Increased taxes could make it impossible to keep their property and homes. Thank you for your time concerning this matter.

March 2, 2021
at 10:01 AM

Josh & Melissa
37924

3-SB-21-C
Josh & Melissa (37924), March 4, 2021 at 8:11 AM

Hello I am a home owner on Ruggles Ferry Pike and would like to voice my opposition to this new neighborhood. I agree with the concerns that I am sure you have heard about traffic on our small roads. While I oppose I understand growth is inevitable. My ask is that the lot size be a mandatory ½ acre (would love to have 1 acre lots!) and also would ask that since this will be a burden on the existing members of the community that the builders give us something we can all enjoy such as a community boat launch on the river and a playground/picnic area for residents to enjoy. Sidewalks throughout the neighborhood would be great as well to ensure the residents new and existing have a safe place to walk considering the additional traffic that will be added. Thank you in advance for your consideration and help with ensuring the betterment of the community.

March 4, 2021
at 8:11 AM

Whitney
37924

3-SB-21-C
Whitney (37924), March 4, 2021 at 4:06 PM

Please take the time on a lovely Sunday afternoon to walk, bike or drive around our relaxed, east Knox County neighborhood and enjoy our Holston River views towards House Mountain.

Please vote to reduce the houses to 1 per acre (or ideally 1 per 2 acres lol).

We would welcome 100 new neighbors but 482 is insane.

We do not want to become Turkey Creek East.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20210304160627.pdf

March 4, 2021
at 4:06 PM

Leslie
37924

3-SB-21-C
Leslie (37924), March 5, 2021 at 11:12 AM

This proposed subdivision would have terrible repercussions for the community. There would be too much traffic for the county roads affected to handle. Excessive speed on Ruggles Ferry Pk is already a problem and the added traffic would be a hazard. The schools in the community could also become overcrowded. A subdivision of this size should not be built in this area.

March 5, 2021
at 11:12 AM

Derek
37924

3-SB-21-C
Derek (37924), March 5, 2021 at 7:48 PM

I strongly oppose this development as presented. Its high density doesn’t fit our rural area and will create tremendous traffic and related safety issues. Rather than 1/4 to 1/3 acre lots with 482 houses, we would support 1/2 acre or larger lots with up to 150 or so houses. The present plan couldn’t be farther from the development recommended in the 2017 East Knox County Plan. Thanks you for your consideration.

March 5, 2021
at 7:48 PM

Deborah
37924

3-SB-21-C
Deborah (37924), March 5, 2021 at 8:09 PM

I strongly oppose the development as proposed. Adding that many homes will create major traffic and safety concerns. Ruggles Ferry is the only lined road. All of the other roads that will be traveled heavily are narrow, non-lined, windy roads with many blind curves and hills. Examples Burris, Cash, Pleasant Hill, etc. Thank you for hearing my concern.

March 5, 2021
at 8:09 PM

Carl
37924

3-SB-21-C
Carl (37924), March 5, 2021 at 9:56 PM

We don't need this in our community. There will be to much traffic and waste of good farm land I farm and it's hard enough now to drive a tractor and transport hay equipment and with this it will be a heck of alot harder. The water line won't hold that much not the electric it will put to much of a load on things

March 5, 2021
at 9:56 PM

Melinda
37924

3-SB-21-C
Melinda (37924), March 6, 2021 at 11:04 AM

I not against growth in our community but I believe 400 + houses are the extreme! My biggest problem is the roads.. PLEASE before approving this ride on these roads.. Wooddale, Cash, Pleasant Hill & especially Burris Rd. These are small roads that if passing a wide truck not to mention a school bus you have to stop!!! School busses with precious cargo + 1000 more cars! The red lights lights at the end of Ruggles will not help the back roads!! And the roads should be fixed before any houses go up! Please think about the safety of our children & NO one should have to cross the road to get their mail... Death trap!

March 6, 2021
at 11:04 AM

Larry
37924

3-SB-21-C
Larry (37924), March 6, 2021 at 2:20 PM

Opposition to this Concept PlanReasons1. Traffic could not handle: Ashville Hwy, Ruggles Ferry Rd, Burris RD, Wooddale Rd, and Cash Rd2. Danger to residents due to massive construction of homes, roads sewer, water, Electrical work (KUB), Xfinity. AT&T 3. Community does not have facilities in this area to handle the mass number of people that would be relocating here4. Changing a rural Framing community, large lots for residential homes, to massive housing development5. Destroying the tranquility and environment of this area

March 6, 2021
at 2:20 PM

rebecca
37924

3-SB-21-C
rebecca (37924), March 6, 2021 at 2:41 PM

1-we live in this area for forty years because we wanted a quiet, peaceful, country setting. the increased traffic, planned subdivision of 480 homes will destroy this setting due to extreme overcrowding, noise pollution, increase traffic which leads to increased accidents on these narrow country roads. i am not opposed to building in this area but it should be where it fits into the country flavor of this area and reflects the homes already built on Ruggles Ferry. possibly decrease the number of homes by half the number proposed.

March 6, 2021
at 2:41 PM

Sally
37924

3-SB-21-C
Sally (37924), March 7, 2021 at 11:25 AM

Please reconsider the site plan for this development. We are a RURAL community. We object to the projected noise pollution, light pollution, water pollution, and the increased traffic this dense housing development will bring to our community.

March 7, 2021
at 11:25 AM

Jill
37924

3-SB-21-C
Jill (37924), March 7, 2021 at 1:50 PM

I oppose the housing development project, and respectfully request delaying the planned development until an environmental study has been conducted. The vast density of this development will cause untold stress in this small communities infrastructure. Respectfully, Jill McMillan.

March 7, 2021
at 1:50 PM

3-SB-21-C
Roy (37924), March 7, 2021 at 2:46 PM

I am Against this Subdivision of House’s and will be willing to speak or whatever is needed to get this Stopped!!!! Thanks

March 7, 2021
at 2:46 PM

Robert
37924

3-SB-21-C
Robert (37924), March 7, 2021 at 4:21 PM

We do not support the above mentioned project. The two main reasons being the density and the traffic. The roads that are to accommodate this project is not sufficient for the traffic. We request that you consider delaying the project until a better plan can be worked out to accommodate our community better and the neighbors surrounding the project.

March 7, 2021
at 4:21 PM

Rhett
37924

3-SB-21-C
Rhett (37924), March 7, 2021 at 4:49 PM

I live close to the proposed development, right off one of the feeder roads (Burris Lane), on Whitlock Lane. I have lived in this house for almost 35 years and moved here to be in a rural setting. Like most I hear, I am definitely not again growth, just not the proposed "crowded city development" in the middle of the country. The feeder roads which I travel to access Ruggles Ferry and Asheville Hwy are very narrow and many times require stopping to let another vehicle pass. It seems like this proposal needs some more input before proceeding ahead. Maybe a compromise, as to the density of the project, would be both wise and definitely safer.

March 7, 2021
at 4:49 PM

Scott
37924

3-SB-21-C
Scott (37924), March 7, 2021 at 6:12 PM

I am AGAINST THIS Subdivision. This road cannot handle that many more cars on it. The school can’t handle that many more kids

March 7, 2021
at 6:12 PM

Brenda
37924

3-SB-21-C
Brenda (37924), March 7, 2021 at 6:37 PM

I oppose Innsbruck development because of: Safety Roads Schools Congestion Affect on farming

March 7, 2021
at 6:37 PM

Traci
37924

3-SB-21-C
Traci (37924), March 7, 2021 at 6:47 PM

I OPPOSE THIS HAPPENING. THE ROAD COULD NOT HANDLE THAT MUCH TRAFFIC.

IT WOULD ALSO BE VERY DANGEROUS FOR FARMERS WHO ARE TRYING TO TRAVEL DOWN ROAD WITH HAY OR TAKING CARE OF LIVESTOCK. I AM NOT SURE HOW THEY COULD SAFELY MANUVER DOWN RUGGLES FERRY WITH THAT MANY PEOPLE.

I AM NOT SURE HOW OUR ROAD COULD SUPPORT THAT MUCH TRAFFIC. HOW COULD IT BE POSSIBLE TO EVERY MOVE UP OR DOWN THE ROAD WITHOUT HEAVY TRAFFIC.

I AM ALSO OPPOSE TO THE NUMBER OF HOMES PER ACRE. MOST HOMES ON THIS ROAD HAVE AT LEAST AN ACRE.

March 7, 2021
at 6:47 PM

Patricia B.
37924

3-SB-21-C
Patricia B. (37924), March 8, 2021 at 6:56 AM

I do not support the development that is planned for Ruggles Ferry Pike. I have lived there for MANY years and seen many changes. I want it added that I OPPOSE any development outside of one family homes in our beautiful community. DON'T LET THEM DESTROY IT.

March 8, 2021
at 6:56 AM

Joshua
37924

3-SB-21-C
Joshua (37924), March 8, 2021 at 1:31 PM

I grew up in the Carter community. As a part of the Blake family I have fond memories of my grandfather "Rennie" and how he lived as a farmer and integral member of this community. Tractor rides with my grandfather on Ruggles Ferry Road, snapping beans with my grandmother Lillian, fishing for turtles to sell, seeing the interactions between my family and the community as they picked their own crops and took them to the store to pay and converse...these are a few of the memories and legacy of this area. Like many who are concerned with the new development I am not opposed to bringing more people into this area to enjoy it as well, but I am concerned that a massive housing development would forever change the feel and legacy that my family has had the privilege to be a part of for decades and centuries in truth. I have moved back to this area in hopes that my children will be able to appreciate the land and its people as I have. We have begun to use the land that my grandparents kept to pass on to us. My wife and I only have the beginnings of a small farm with chickens and a garden starting, but our plans are to expand and see what all we can accomplish in farming as a family in the years to come. I don't think the feel and spirit of area is to have the kind of development that has been proposed. I am not asking to halt everything all together, only to more carefully consider what the ramifications will be of such an undertaking. Thank you.

March 8, 2021
at 1:31 PM

Elyse
37924

3-SB-21-C
Elyse (37924), March 8, 2021 at 10:12 PM

As a resident in the area, I am very concerned about not only how it will change the feel and look of the area (the reason we moved here last fall), but also the safety and feasibility of adding such an enormous development. Our little road off of Ruggles Ferry can barely handle two cars passing each other as it is. The extra traffic on the feeder roads as well as Ruggles Ferry itself is a huge safety concern. I’m also worried, as a Realtor, if that many houses in a rural area subdivision will truly sell. I haven’t had a client in 3 years wanting to move INTO a subdivision. I wonder if the first phase of homes don’t sell as the developer hopes, if the remaining lots will be snatched up by a big name builder who will build cheap, unsightly homes and further ruin the land that has been a treasured part of this community for generations. The wildlife alone would be reason enough to conserve the land. When you add safety concerns - and if a traffic study was done on the side roads (which people WILL use) - it’s unbelievable such a project is even being considered by Knox county. I implore you not to allow this to happen to our community.

March 8, 2021
at 10:12 PM

Kelly
37924

3-SB-21-C
Kelly (37924), March 8, 2021 at 11:51 PM

I live on a road used as a cut through between Asheville Hwy and Ruggles Ferry. Our road is scary now, I cannot imagine what it will be once nearly 500 families move to our area. In my mind, that’s at least 600 more vehicles on our road. Speed, blind hills, elderly neighbors, children = safety concern. With the addition of houses on Ruggles Ferry golf course and more houses around the Graves road area have proven that our road is the main crossover between Asheville/Ruggles Ferry. On Cash Rd, we take our safety into our own hands when we leave home. Adding the additional traffic will just complicate our ability to leave home.

March 8, 2021
at 11:51 PM

Winston
37924

3-SB-21-C
Winston (37924), March 9, 2021 at 2:29 PM

The quick timing and short period for the residence of the area to learn about the Innsbruck Farms Development is troubling. Anytime I see something trying to be pushed through approval in a hurried manner leaves me to believe there is something amiss.

The project is too dense for the surrounding community. The surrounding 5500 acres in the Ruggles Ferry Community has a land to home ratio of over 5 acres per home. This project has a land to home ratio of .34 acres to home. This is a drastic divergence from the residential character of the area.

The developer traffic study was flawed. They didn’t study the traffic pattern to the west (towards Knoxville) of the Innsbruck development which is the direction most traffic will go when leaving this area and consequently will return from this direction. To get to Ashville Highway most of this traffic will use Burris Road and Cash Road which are the main feeder roads for this area of the community, and they are currently inadequate for the existing homes not to mention the very active Ruggles Ferry Golf course traffic. This is a huge safety issue for myself and my neighbors on Cash road and will have disastrous results if not considered and addressed.

March 9, 2021
at 2:29 PM

Winston
37924

3-SB-21-C
Winston (37924), March 9, 2021 at 2:36 PM

My concerns about the Innsbruck Farms Development is the environmental impact this high-density development will have. This development is the first large development for RC Ruggles LLC/Blain Cristman and creates concern about this being engineered and developed correctly. With such high density the increased roofs, driveways, and roads will contribute greatly to water runoff into the Holston river.

Also, the project appears to have insufficient common area for community use. All the common areas on the map are storm water retention ponds, which have no recreational use, except one and it is a ¼ acre dog park. This is not nearly enough common area for a 200 acre tract with 480 homes.

March 9, 2021
at 2:36 PM

Carl
37924

3-SB-21-C
Carl (37924), March 10, 2021 at 1:45 PM

In addition to the 130+ comments on the MPC website (as well as the attendance of scores of concerned neighbors at recent meetings on March 5th and 6th), In addition to the 130+ comments on the MPC website (as well as the attendance of scores of concerned neighbors at recent meetings on March 5th and 6th), please note the following petitions which have been compiled in the Strawberry Plains community to oppose the Innsbruck Farms concept plan and request a postponement of the vote to approve. I trust that these numbers below speak for themselves. Thank you in advance for listening to the collective voice of concerned neighbors.

1. Paper Petition from Ruggles Ferry Pike neighbors and surrounding community – See attached PDF >>>>> ~170 physical signatures

2. Online petition -- https://www.thepetitionsite.com/650/917/529/oppose-concept-plan-3-sb-21-c/ >>>>>> 547 electronic signatures and counting

Thank you in advance for your time, efforts, and consideration.

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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20210310134541.pdf

March 10, 2021
at 1:45 PM

David
37924

3-SB-21-C
David (37924), March 10, 2021 at 7:13 PM

As an almost 30 resident of the Ruggles Ferry community I oppose the Innsbruck Farms subdivision as currently planned and ask the the developer for a postponement or for the Planning Committee to postpone 3-SB-21-C to give all parties more time for review and consideration. Please see my attached letter.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20210310191333.pdf

March 10, 2021
at 7:13 PM

Scott
37924

3-SB-21-C
Scott (37924), March 11, 2021 at 11:34 AM

The planning for this is a sham. Little notice was given to the community in what appears to be an attempt to railroad this through. The traffic study that was "done" is completely inadequate as it did not study any of the other roads other than rubbles ferry. Burris rd will not handle 1000 cars a day "their estimate" as the traffic now is less than 20 cars a day. A further traffic study should be done. As the answers the builder gave about schools and roads was that’s the county’s problem.

March 11, 2021
at 11:34 AM

Heather
37924

3-SB-21-C
Heather (37924), March 12, 2021 at 9:12 PM

I hate that I missed getting this submitted before the hearing. But every time I thought about having too I felt sick. I’ve woken up many nights lately dreading this build. The sheer number of houses included is absurd and honestly just plain greedy on the developers part. Our community cannot handle this nor do we want to. I know what our small neighborhood did to Sunnyview community and we are only a neighborhood of 42 houses. Anyone who lives here knows we live this direction for a reason. We drive away from all the congestion. If you live in our community you know that Ruggles Ferry CANNOT handle almost 1000 more cars. Honestly it couldn’t handle 400 more cars from 180 houses. Our schools CANNOT accommodate these families. Personally I moved back to this community for all of these reasons and the fact that my family grew up here. My family are the Burrises of Burris Road. We all love our small community. This is the sort of build that will push us from our homes and to Jefferson City. Alas I know what’s going to be done is going to be done and I have very little faith that it will be the right thing.

March 12, 2021
at 9:12 PM

Chris
37924

3-SB-21-C
Chris (37924), March 20, 2021 at 4:03 PM

We my wife & myself have lived on Ruggles Ferry Pike for 42 1/2 years. We built our home in 1978 and have seen more than a few changes over the years. Growth is usually good for rural areas and we feel in this case, based on facts, this is not the case. We live on a two lane road and with
the amount of traffic a 482 home sub division will add to this area will be a huge problem for all who live on or off of Ruggles Ferry Pike. Ruggles Ferry Pike is only 7 Miles Long and the proposed sub division would contain 5.5 miles of roads . We are concerned with changes to our community
and the impact on life as we have known it . One other issue is the fact that this area has been promised two parks over 10 years ago and we still do not have one. A green space like every area in Knoxville contains for walking and enjoying time with family and friends. Please take a few minutes to drive around our community and I hope you will understand why we are requesting a second look at the situation as home owners we find ourselves in. We love our community and enjoy the rural setting we are in.

March 20, 2021
at 4:03 PM

3-SB-21-C
Mia (37924), March 27, 2021 at 10:30 AM

I oppose the volume of homes being proposed in this project. We are concerned about the volume of cars and traffic and the impact on community services and schools. We moved here because it is a low density neighborhood, so 482 homes on 200 acres will completely reverse that in the area. I have heard from many neighbors in our subdivision who also oppose these plans. Many were told there would not be such an expansion when they chose to move here, and apparently those were outright lies. This is manipulative. Please listen to those living in the area and hear their concerns, as they should have a say over the profit of those wishing to build.

March 27, 2021
at 10:30 AM

Nicole
37924

3-SB-21-C
Nicole (37924), March 27, 2021 at 11:50 AM

The proposed Innsbruck Farms subdivision should not be allowed to move forward in its current form. This area is not designed for this volume of traffic, the schools are not capable of absorbing that many new students, and the density of homes in this cookie-cutter planned development is not going to help maintain property values of homes that have been here for a long time.

When existing AND new construction homes have been on the market for longer than the rest of Knox county here on this side of the county, I have a hard time trying to see how there is even a need for 482 new homes in this area. It seems poorly thought-out on so many levels. Quality over quantity would be much better for this area. Please consider fewer homes and homesites for this area if building has to happen. Maintaining safety and quality of life in our rural area is important to us.

March 27, 2021
at 11:50 AM

Scott
37924

3-SB-21-C
Scott (37924), March 29, 2021 at 10:00 PM

this is an abhorrent plan for the people who live here now. I didn't move here as my neighbors didn't either to be in the middle of a housing slum. This will destroy the very fabric of our community and the reason we live here. I don't want my road widened with a 1000 cars a day on it. When I moved here I was told by the county that the smallest lot size allowed was an acre. Is this guy being allowed to do this because he's rich and bribing people?

March 29, 2021
at 10:00 PM

gloria
37924

3-SB-21-C
gloria (37924), March 30, 2021 at 6:38 PM

P lease don't approve this. Ruggles Ferry Pike can not handle the traffic that this subdivision would bring. We already have a large amount of traffic. People leaving the subdivision and going to Knoxville would travel Ruggles Ferry because the other roads are too narrow and crooked. Please consider my request

March 30, 2021
at 6:38 PM

steve
37924

3-SB-21-C
steve (37924), March 31, 2021 at 8:45 AM

See attached PDF please.
View Attachment

https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20210331084530.pdf

March 31, 2021
at 8:45 AM

Kellen
37924

3-SB-21-C
Kellen (37924), April 2, 2021 at 2:59 PM

Please see attachment.
View Attachment

https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20210402145933.pdf

April 2, 2021
at 2:59 PM

Staci
37924

3-SB-21-C
Staci (37924), April 5, 2021 at 12:13 PM

I do not support the Innsbruck Farms development. I am concerned about the negative effects this would have on our community.

April 5, 2021
at 12:13 PM

charles
37924

3-SB-21-C
charles (37924), April 7, 2021 at 6:45 PM

Please don't let this pass

April 7, 2021
at 6:45 PM

Marian
37924

3-SB-21-C
Marian (37924), May 24, 2021 at 9:01 PM

Regarding the Innsbruck Farms proposed development:

I am emphatically Opposed to the amount of houses for this development!!!

I feel it would have a very negative impact on our community with regards to traffic, safety, environmental issues as well as diminishing the ‘rural living’ of so many who have enjoyed this area for years!!

May 24, 2021
at 9:01 PM

Tesha
37924

3-SB-21-C
Tesha (37924), May 24, 2021 at 9:12 PM

I’m against this development 100%. I’m concerned about the safety with adding that many houses to an already busy road. I don’t think our roads, schools or community would be able to grow that much that fast. Please don’t allow this to pass. I love my community as it is and very concerned with the changes that could come from this very large subdivision.

May 24, 2021
at 9:12 PM

VANESSA
37924

3-SB-21-C
VANESSA (37924), May 24, 2021 at 10:47 PM

My family has personally owned property on Ruggles Ferry since the turn of the century and before. My ancestors operated a small store as well as a dairy farm. As of this date, my husband and I own 35 acres on Ruggles Ferry. We have no intention of developing the property. It's history. We live in a subdivision in north Knoxville, that was sadly, once a vibrant farm. Enough is enough! There is no "planning" to this. Ruggles Ferry Rd is no where near prepared for the amount of the traffic that a subdivision of this size would bring. It's ridiculous! There is not even a decent grocery store in the area! The Food City on Ashville Hwy can in no way handle the volume of customers that a subdivision of that size would bring. Not to mention the size of the schools in the area. Unfortunately, it's all about money and greed. It was heartbreaking enough when I watched the Blake Farm become the golf course, but as it developed-I came to terms with it-beautiful houses, estate size lots and the golf course still has a "rural" feel/look to it. Fine-develop it to a degree-but 482 homes??!! No one in this area wants Ruggles Ferry/East Knox County to become the next Hardin Valley! Developers have been allowed to continue to develop beautiful farm property for urban sprawl with no regard to infrastructure! This is beautiful property backing up to the Holston River! Please save our peaceful community!

May 24, 2021
at 10:47 PM

Larry
37924

3-SB-21-C
Larry (37924), May 24, 2021 at 11:09 PM

The development of more than 400+ Homesites is not what our community needs. Currently, we suffer from poor service from KUB Electrical infrastructure. The approving committee needs to base their vote on the lack of infrastructure to support a development of this size. Many of the roads are narrow and are already strained during the golf season with traffic not yielding to proper traffic laws such as high speeds and passing along several long stretches with adjacent roads. For the best interest of North Ruggles Ferry Pike and its outlining roads, we would best benefit from fewer homes with 1 Acre lots to preserve the appearance of the rural area feel. We have enough poorly approved developments in Knox County with bottlenecks of getting to main roads.... A planning commission should be planning ahead prior to any approval of large development.

May 24, 2021
at 11:09 PM

Diane
37924

3-SB-21-C
Diane (37924), July 2, 2021 at 12:43 PM

The schools will be over burdened with new students. Just now on Strawberry Plains Pike Habit For Humanity is building 112 houses . Then right behind it is another large subdivision being built with over 200 new houses that will empty out on Asheville HWY. That is just the latest two subdivision that the MPC has approved. The schools are at full capacity now. The MPC needs to consider this because it is a REAL CONCERN FOR THIS COMMUNITY!

July 2, 2021
at 12:43 PM

Scott
37924

3-SB-21-C
Scott (37924), July 5, 2021 at 10:41 PM

This design is a disaster of sheer greed. The reason most of us choose to live here is because it is not farragut. People live here for a quiet country life. We don't want a walmart or thousands of houses. When I moved here the county told me that I could not have a lot smaller than one acre. Now if that applies to me it should apply to everyone. Otherwise I want to know who is being paid off?

July 5, 2021
at 10:41 PM

Arlene
37924

3-SB-21-C
Arlene (37924), July 6, 2021 at 8:27 PM

IMy family and I have enjoyed living on Ruggles Ferry Pike for over 25 yrs. The building of 482 houses will severely impact this area and not for the good. I cannot imagine the amount of cars that will not only be traveling our road but also the side roads that connect us to Ashville Highway. These side roads are narrow and hilly and would be dangerous with that much increased traffic. Our community is rural, the homes that have been built here in the last several years have been well spaced and have not been detrimental to the area as this subdivision would be. Please consider our community when you vote.

July 6, 2021
at 8:27 PM

Robert
37924

3-SB-21-C
Robert (37924), July 6, 2021 at 8:51 PM

Please deny the Innsbruck Farm request.

July 6, 2021
at 8:51 PM

Elnora
37924

3-SB-21-C
Elnora (37924), July 6, 2021 at 8:57 PM

Please deny the Innsbruck Farm request. Consider the negative impact this development will have on our Community.

July 6, 2021
at 8:57 PM

Chris
37924

3-SB-21-C
Chris (37924), July 6, 2021 at 9:30 PM

We have lived on Ruggles Ferry for over 40 years and have seen many changes during those years.
This is still a rural community and neighbors still know each other. Ruggles Ferry is a winding 7 + mile road it is still a common site to see tractors and other farm equipment on this road. The home owners own over 7 miles of Ruggles Ferry the developer owns 200'. Who stands to loose the most
if this mess goes through the way the developer wants? Fact this road is not suitable for the amount
of traffic this proposed sub division will bring along with it. I am asking that you listen to our speaker
who represents this community and vote DENIED to the developer!!

July 6, 2021
at 9:30 PM

Mike
37924

3-SB-21-C
Mike (37924), July 6, 2021 at 9:57 PM

We live off Rugglesferry on a dead end st. When sunnyview school buses start bringing kids in and out, traffic backs up onto Rugglesferry. With an additional 4000plus vehicles/trips impacting our main access road traffic onto Asheville Hwy we will have awful congestion especially at peak hours. We all know how frequently we have motor vehicle accidents on Asheville Hwy/John Sevier and Strawberry Plains that all run into Asheville Hwy and I40 Ramps. Just look at how many motor vehicle accidents already in 2021. Emergency vehicles will be impacted and lives will be lost because of congestion let alone a simple fender bender or broken down vehicle. We have Neals Landing off Brakebill/Asheville Hwy 4 way intersection also expanding with new homes going in let alone bigger concerns like the Amazon facility and additional tractor trailers that will be frequenting the I 40 area not minutes from here.

July 6, 2021
at 9:57 PM

Marian
37924

3-SB-21-C
Marian (37924), July 6, 2021 at 9:59 PM

I pray you vote to DENY the Innsbruck housing proposal. This project will be a detriment to our rural community. PLEASE …..DENY this proposal!!!!!!

July 6, 2021
at 9:59 PM

Elyse
37924

3-SB-21-C
Elyse (37924), July 6, 2021 at 10:05 PM

Please hear all our many voices, begging you to deny the proposal for Innsbruck Farms Subdivision to be developed. Not only will it completely alter the feel of the area, the schools and roads will be a nightmare with the influx. Not to mention all the wildlife species (including bald eagles!) that it will destroy/push out! The developer has given the impression he was taking into account the community’s concerns. After all this time (and postponement requests), they came to us with a laughable “alternate plan.” It is such an incredibly small tweak to the original, that it’s insulting. It’s sad, but greed causes much damage. We implore you to think of all the implications and problems this could cause and help us as a community that has stepped up and united together for the good. We would love to see something done with the land that preserves the beauty and heritage of the area and still gives the seller a fair price. Please give this serious thought and attention, honoring the many who have spent countless hours and much energy, money, etc., in an effort to bring this appeal before you and speak for the large community impacted by this proposal.

July 6, 2021
at 10:05 PM

Barb
37924

3-SB-21-C
Barb (37924), July 6, 2021 at 10:07 PM

I live in Graysburg Sub Div off Bagwell Rd that flows out onto Rugglesferry. When Sunnyview school traffic is bringing kids in n from school being a dead end one way in one way out traffic just waits in line as the buses start to go on their routes. We have no choice but to sit and wait. My big concern is with recent issues at Austin East emergency vehicles having to respond to a serious alert at Sunnyview or surrounding homes will be stuck because the traffic will build up in all directions from Bagwell trying to enter or leave onto Rugglesferry let alone traffic coming off of Asheville Hwy. Lives will be lost in the event of a school shooting, fire, motor vehicle accident etc.

July 6, 2021
at 10:07 PM

Larry
37924

3-SB-21-C
Larry (37924), July 6, 2021 at 11:15 PM

Please vote No on Innsbruck Farms development. Previous land owners have managed to sell property within the community settings. This is a poorly thought out plan that has zero consideration for the land / home owners in the community of Ruggles Ferry Pike!

July 6, 2021
at 11:15 PM

Abbey
37924

3-SB-21-C
Abbey (37924), July 6, 2021 at 11:50 PM

As a lifelong Ruggles Ferry resident, I am highly opposed to development of this magnitude. This development does not suit this area and would have immense negative impacts on the surrounding community. I grew up here and have become a homeowner here, and realize the harsh affects this would have on infrastructure and well-being of the community. I urge decision makers to deny this application. We are not against development, but a development this size is irresponsible and hurtful.

July 6, 2021
at 11:50 PM

Hayden
37924

3-SB-21-C
Hayden (37924), July 6, 2021 at 11:51 PM

As a homeowner that would be greatly affected by this development I strongly oppose the grossly oversized plan that has been submitted. I love living in this part of the county because of the rural setting and lack of overcrowding that is seen in other pats of the county. Placing nearly 500 new homes in a minuscule part of this community would greatly diminish the safety and attraction that this community holds.

July 6, 2021
at 11:51 PM

Abbey
37924

3-SB-21-C
Abbey (37924), July 7, 2021 at 12:00 AM

All community members are in agreement, as demonstrated by the signs lined along Ruggles Ferry and feeder roads. The applicants have not properly researched the traffic patterns, just one example of their poorly prepared plan. They are focused on profit and not the potential impacts of this united community. Denying this application puts the community members first.

July 7, 2021
at 12:00 AM

Hayden
37924

3-SB-21-C
Hayden (37924), July 7, 2021 at 12:01 AM

Massive development that overwhelms the available infrastructure would cause far more harm than good for this community. I strongly oppose the planned proposal.

July 7, 2021
at 12:01 AM

Abbey
37924

3-SB-21-C
Abbey (37924), July 7, 2021 at 12:05 AM

As a young person in the community, I understand the need for growth and encourage it. However, 482 homes is unreasonable and unsustainable, especially on approx. 200 acres.

July 7, 2021
at 12:05 AM

3-SB-21-C
Jo (37924), July 7, 2021 at 3:42 AM

Extremely opposed to this plan!!! Asking it be DENIED!!!!!

July 7, 2021
at 3:42 AM

David
37924

3-SB-21-C
David (37924), July 7, 2021 at 5:05 AM

I am still totally against this subdivision plan in it's current state and as proposed.

July 7, 2021
at 5:05 AM

Evangelynn
37924

3-SB-21-C
Evangelynn (37924), July 7, 2021 at 5:06 AM

Please, please reject this proposal as currently written. This is absolutely nothing but a money game for these people, but for those of us who actually live in the community that will be very affected by this development, it is our whole way of life that will be impacted (destroyed). Please put the needs of real human beings above GREED and reject this proposal as it is currently written.

July 7, 2021
at 5:06 AM

Josh
37924

3-SB-21-C
Josh (37924), July 7, 2021 at 6:49 AM

Please consider denying this plan. The area will not support this many houses and I feel this will negative impact on our community for years to come.

July 7, 2021
at 6:49 AM

steve
37924

3-SB-21-C
steve (37924), July 7, 2021 at 7:21 AM

I am not opposed to some development but this proposal is to dense for our community. Our roads will not support the traffic flow. Change is ok but this is dramatic.

July 7, 2021
at 7:21 AM

Ann Marie
37924

3-SB-21-C
Ann Marie (37924), July 7, 2021 at 7:45 AM

Please take the extensive proposed Innsbruck Farms subdivision into consideration. The extreme amount of homes is above and beyond the limitations of our quiet neighborhood.

July 7, 2021
at 7:45 AM

Jane
37924

3-SB-21-C
Jane (37924), July 7, 2021 at 8:25 AM

Please deny plan for Innsbruck Farms! It will be DETRIMENTAL for our rural setting! As a community we love our peaceful surroundings.

July 7, 2021
at 8:25 AM

Carl
37924

3-SB-21-C
Carl (37924), July 7, 2021 at 8:35 AM

Please see the attachment.
View Attachment

https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20210707083550.pdf

July 7, 2021
at 8:35 AM

Michael
37924

3-SB-21-C
Michael (37924), July 7, 2021 at 8:36 AM

My opposition to this development is of paramount concern to not only myself but to my fellow neighbors in this entire community. Approval of such a subdivision will destroy our rural identity and and create problems far reaching in to every ones future in this area. A housing development of this nature will be a detriment to this area. The scale of this proposal is ludicrous with the only factor being met is money. Please, someone in their right mind, stop this proposal from going any further.

July 7, 2021
at 8:36 AM

Wayne
37924

3-SB-21-C
Wayne (37924), July 7, 2021 at 8:40 AM

Please stop this build!

July 7, 2021
at 8:40 AM

Tracy
37924

3-SB-21-C
Tracy (37924), July 7, 2021 at 8:56 AM

I oppose this development. A development of this size will drastically change our community and the beauty within. We do not want the construction, traffic, destruction, strain on our school systems, or anything else that this will bring.

July 7, 2021
at 8:56 AM

Debbie
37924

3-SB-21-C
Debbie (37924), July 7, 2021 at 8:59 AM

I am requesting at this time that this plan be denied. This plan will bring traffic, crime, overload our schools. Most of the residents that have purchased homes around here enjoy the life of rural living. They have spent there working life purchasing homes in the country. This is just a pad your pockets deal. No consideration was taken into account for all the residents that have worked hard for a quiet life. DENY this ridiculous plan that sits in front of you.

July 7, 2021
at 8:59 AM

Susan
37924

3-SB-21-C
Susan (37924), July 7, 2021 at 9:06 AM

The development of the sheer number of homes in this planned subdivision will overwhelm the county road system, the rural setting and habitats, the schools of the east end, as well as, destroy the lifestyle chosen by the people who already live in this area by choice.

July 7, 2021
at 9:06 AM

Becky
37924

3-SB-21-C
Becky (37924), July 7, 2021 at 9:14 AM

I have lived on Burris Road for 40 years we choose to live in this rural setting for the peaceful quiet surroundings. We choose to live where there was not a lot of traffic. We choose to live where we get to enjoy the sounds of nature and see the animals who also reside in this rural setting. We are not opposed to new building in this area BUT we DO NOT want under planned, over crowded, subdivisions that change the character of this area..please take our way of living into consideration as you make decisions that will affect our way of life for here on out.

July 7, 2021
at 9:14 AM

Wilma
37924

3-SB-21-C
Wilma (37924), July 7, 2021 at 10:00 AM

Please don’t let that many homes go on so few acres and add to our traffic. This is our rural area that we love and would like to keep that way.

July 7, 2021
at 10:00 AM

William
37924

3-SB-21-C
William (37924), July 7, 2021 at 10:16 AM

We are strongly opposed to this subdivision because of the stress on all roads in this area. The number of houses they are planning to build would put a lot more cars on Burris Rd and all other roads. Our school system would not be able to handle the growth.

July 7, 2021
at 10:16 AM

Joshua
37924

3-SB-21-C
Joshua (37924), July 7, 2021 at 10:22 AM

This many homes will forever change the essence of what has made our community special for many generations. I still oppose the plan and hope to see more meaningful changes proposed.

July 7, 2021
at 10:22 AM

Winston
37924

3-SB-21-C
Winston (37924), July 7, 2021 at 11:05 AM

I attended a community meeting last night and was updated on the proposed Innsbruck development project. I am appalled at the lack of cooperation this developer and property owner have given the Ruggles Ferry Community Association in working at making this a reasonable development. 475 homes crammed onto 175 acres is outrageous anywhere in the rural settings of Knox County. The track is 200 acres so when you take out the 15 to 25 acres of land for the roads, park, setbacks, infrastructure, and common property that will reduce the buildable land to 175 acres. That puts the development at almost 3 homes to the acre which is no where compatible to the surrounding community.

Also, another very troubling aspect of this high density development is the additional traffic that will be created. The roads in the area are already stressed and at times dangerous. A more reasonable less dense plan is needed so it will be compatible to the rural area.

Please consider these factors, and the stress and burden this development will put on the community when deciding on this development and reject the Innsbruck plan.

July 7, 2021
at 11:05 AM

Patricia
37924

3-SB-21-C
Patricia (37924), July 7, 2021 at 11:18 AM

I have sent a letter in opposition to rezoning. I still oppose it.

July 7, 2021
at 11:18 AM

Cris
37924

3-SB-21-C
Cris (37924), July 7, 2021 at 11:24 AM

This project doesn't fit the Ruggles Ferry area and will create many problems for the hundreds that live on and around Ruggles Ferry Road. There is no subdivision anywhere like this project within the surrounding area. The closest subdivisions are no where this dense. The subdivision to the east is one home per acre and the development to the west are homes om 5-10 acres.

When you consider the lack of compatibility with the area, the environmental runoff into the river, the traffic congestion it will create, and the overall negative impact this 200 acre development will have on the nearly 6,000 acre Ruggles Ferry Community the plan should be denied.

Please reject the Innsbruck Farms development.

July 7, 2021
at 11:24 AM

7-A-21-UR
Kim (37924), July 8, 2021 at 9:53 AM

Please see attachment
View Attachment

https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20210708095331.pdf

July 8, 2021
at 9:53 AM