December 9, 2021
Planning Commission meeting

Public Comments

296 Comments
X Date
Bryan
37701
10-A-21-OA
Bryan (37701), November 23, 2021 at 3:30 PM
Please see attached file
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211123153044.pdf
Robert
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Robert (37920), October 31, 2021 at 10:05 AM
I do not think that all this additional housing is positive move for Knoxville..It poses health and safety issues that out way any personal advances..
Jamie
37920
11-B-21-SP
Jamie (37920), December 1, 2021 at 9:44 AM
My community of Dry Hollow has banded together to fight this proposal. I, myself, am urging you to please deny this rezone. The protected hillsides that have already been destroyed are a travesty. This type of growth was never intended for this area. This was meant to stay rural in the Planning Commission’s own proposed 20 year plan. The traffic at the intersection of Chapman Hwy and Simpson Rd. is already dangerous even with the new middle lane added. We moved here to have a feel of being away from the city and with this development it completely ruins that. This must not happen! Please consider all of us that have come together to fight this.
Bradley
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Bradley (37920), November 1, 2021 at 10:28 AM
Please see attached petition for 150 plus citizens against this rezoning request.

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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211101102809.pdf
Bradley
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Bradley (37920), November 1, 2021 at 10:36 AM
Please see the attached letter below against the rezoning of 8802 Old Sevierville Pike
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211101103640.pdf
Amanda
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Amanda (37920), November 1, 2021 at 11:03 AM
Please see attached letter
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211101110327.pdf
Bradley
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Bradley (37920), December 1, 2021 at 2:49 PM
The process to amend the sector plan is not being followed. No improvements or changes have been made to accommodate or institute a plan amendment. The current sewer capacity was installed many years ago to accommodate the industrial area behind Valley Grove Church not for future housing developments according to knox Chapman. It was also already in place in 2012 when the sector plan was last reviewed. The turn lane recently added to Chapman Highway has been in the works by TDOT for many years and was intended to be a buffer zone for opposing traffic not to accommodate for a vast increase in traffic levels these developments will produce.
Dawn
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Dawn (37920), December 1, 2021 at 5:21 PM
Please see my letter OPPOSING rezoning and sector plan change for this property (Case # 11-F-21-RZ and Case # 11-F-21-SP), attached.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211201172101.pdf
Dawn
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Dawn (37920), December 1, 2021 at 5:23 PM
Photos of devastation on subject property. Two TDEC cases pending...
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Dawn
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Dawn (37920), December 1, 2021 at 5:52 PM
I live across the street from the subject property in the historic "Loveday Springs" Greek Revival home, built by Ben Bowers (owner of Camel Manufacturing, itself of historical local significance) in the 1930's. Run by the Loveday family, the site was also the main stagecoach stop between Knoxville and Sevierville from 1837-1903. The tavern ruins, stone spring box, stone bridge and cast metal bell used to summon the livery staff from that bygone era still exist today. Adding 4 du/acre across the street from this unique historical treasure is NOT in character with the neighborhood. Please VOTE NO on re-zoning and VOTE NO on sector plan change for this property. Do not let one out-of-town developer destroy all that is good and glorious and God-given in our neighborhood and replace it with dangerous traffic, silted streams, cheek-to-jowl housing, over-crowding, flooding and more--merely to grant a one-time windfall to the three out-of-town people (TMP, the developer) at the expense of myself and all our neighbors. Please retain the Agricultural zoning and the Rural Area designation of this land to limit the developer to a more appropriate project in character with the surrounding neighborhood. NO Harden Valley in our neighborhood!!! 
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Dawn
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Dawn (37920), December 1, 2021 at 6:06 PM
There is a large bat cave located on the land at 8802 Sevierville Pike. The horizontal opening of the cave has been disturbed by recent activity with heavy equipment (the mouth of the cave is partially filled with soil). The land also lies within what is termed "Critical Bat Habitat" on the following map: Critical Habitat for Threatened & Endangered Species [USFWS] (arcgis.com). There MUST be an environmental impact study done on this property prior to ANY changes that would allow development greater than the current zoning and sector plan change allow. It MUST be determined what impact there might be on bats that are endangered by White Nose Syndrome!!!

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Margie
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Margie (37920), November 1, 2021 at 3:28 PM
Wholesale, indiscriminate clearing of hundreds trees and illegal grading on site have already severely impacted site drainage, caused excessive erosion and displaced a large amount of wildlife. Once beautiful and productive farmland is now a tangle of debris, uprooted trees and raw, eroding soil—a complete eyesore caused by an utter disregard of good land management practices. The proposed rezoning to allow for 227 houses on quarter-acre lots will destroy the rural character of this neighborhood. Associated traffic on our narrow, curving rural roads would result in even more hazardous driving conditions than currently exist. Furthermore, the current request to rezone 63+ acres is only the first of several upcoming requests to rezone a total of nearly 400 acres on contiguous parcels owned by Thunder Mountain—the petitioners for rezoning—who have stated their intention to develop all of their holdings in the near future. Per Knox County's own Growth Policy Plan, the land is OUTSIDE of the Planned Growth Area; it is designated Rural Area in the Growth Policy Plan. I am completely opposed to the rezoning of this site and I respectfully request the proposed rezoning be denied.
Jennifer
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Jennifer (37920), December 2, 2021 at 6:19 PM
I live very close to the proposed rezoning site. My family and I chose to move here four years ago to have a home and community built of peace and quiet. We have a small vegetable farm and raise chickens. We love seeing the deer, fox, and the occasional coyote. The proposed development would increase traffic and public demand which will destroy the environment we love and try to protect. I know our sentiment is shared with the majority of neighbors who want to keep our tranquil community small.
Brittany
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Brittany (37920), November 1, 2021 at 7:24 PM
I'm really excited about this development, I hope we can purchase a home!
Bethany
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Bethany (37920), November 1, 2021 at 8:18 PM
This piece of land needs to stay as it is. Traffic on Chapman highway is dangerous enough without adding more traffic. It is also important for our wildlife in the area to maintain this land as their habitat.
Matt
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Matt (37920), November 2, 2021 at 11:05 AM
I am totally against this planned rezoning and development. The roads are incapable of handling this increased amount of traffic. There are also issues with available capacity of current sanitary sewer. The wildlife in the area are being treated like the early Native Americans. It is a shame that those we elect to be our voice completely ignore the majority of the people. Would you want this development on Government Farm Road?
Kevin
37918
11-B-21-SP
Kevin (37918), December 5, 2021 at 6:58 PM
Attached is the case history for most of the sector plan amendments and zoning events associated with the Camel manufacturing plant in this area. I've included a BZA application that has a good history of the rezoning that Liz Albertson put together for that hearing.

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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211205185820.pdf
Kevin
37918
11-B-21-SP
Kevin (37918), December 5, 2021 at 6:59 PM
Attached is the case history for most of the sector plan amendments and zoning events associated with the Camel manufacturing plant in this area. I've included a BZA application that has a good history of the rezoning that Liz Albertson put together for that hearing.

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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211205185909.pdf
Kevin
37918
11-B-21-SP
Kevin (37918), December 5, 2021 at 7:01 PM
Attached is the 1969 Aerial from KGIS for the Camel Manufacturing Industrial Area. It is clearly shown that most of the parcels with current CB, EC, and LI designations were in a commercial / industrial use at this time 62 years ago.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211205190105.pdf
karen
37920
11-F-21-RZ
karen (37920), November 2, 2021 at 1:23 PM
i understand the new owners are looking for quick money. there are sustainable future options for this property. i checked the existing creek system, which would be adversely affected by housing development. utilizing the creek system to a trout farm would give them a huge market as fish is in high demand as more byers are looking for local sources . developers ,city/county planners need to consider 100+ years down the road.
Rachel
7865
11-F-21-RZ
Rachel (7865), November 2, 2021 at 9:33 PM
Please reconsider using this property for housing development. The Dry Hollow area is just near the Seymour line. The area is already growing rapidly. This influx of people on top of an already growing area will be a disaster waiting to happen. Chapman highway just in the past few months has become highly traveled more than usual due to the new people living in and around the area. This highway is already dangerous as it is and adding the extra traffic to the area will only lead to more accidents. Also, moving low income housing to the area will bring down property values and increase crime in the area. Years ago my husband lived in the area before Montgomery village was placed in South Knoxville. Once the development was built his family home was broken into twice within the first month of the low income housing opening. This location prior to being built was farm land as well. We ask that this project does not move forward
Norman
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Norman (37920), November 2, 2021 at 9:46 PM
Worried about safety for my family. Traffic on Sevierville Pk and Chapman Hwy and surrounding roads can’t handle it. Schools are over crowded now! Wildlife will have nowhere to roam. It will bring the prices of surrounding houses way down.
11-F-21-RZ
Ron (37918), December 6, 2021 at 12:10 PM
This development does not fit in with the historical qualities of the area. If the developer could meet with their neighbors and create a more sensitive plan with lower density this would add to the area, not take away. One house per acre with green spaces abutting the main road and not disturbing the natural waterways or the bat caves. I urge the commission to not allow this development with any more than one house per acre.
Donald
3792
11-B-21-SP
Donald ( 3792), November 3, 2021 at 12:27 PM
Already upset about the stewardship of the land. That this developer has shown. The only solitude we have after a forty to sixty hour week. Two or three evening's a week. We have enjoyed watching the fawn settle in the high grass as parent's graze. Even the live stock we have watched over the years brings some normal to the chaos. All this comes with a view that people travel far to see. The rezoning will compromise all this As well as traffic and crime. That we have already seen an increase of such at state and city levels. We are finally getting the roads we needed ten years ago. Now the Rezoning, more infrastructure will be needed. Police presence will have to increase even though that department is short handed and unlikely to change even with a Tax increase. Fire department another cost increase. I'm sure Seymour Volunteers would end up answering most calls. I dont agree that this part of the county is ready for the expansion they are proposing.
11-B-21-SP
Dan (37920), November 3, 2021 at 11:49 PM
The community is opposed to this rezoning. 

This is a rural area. 4 DU per acre is too dense.

Nature. There are concerns about the water shed, potential flooding and impacts to wild life.

Traffic. There is not a traffic light at Chapman Hwy. It would be irresponsible to allow this level of density without additional traffic control infrastructure.

Beauty. Spec house developments are abominations to the landscape. Knoxville can do better than generic suburban sprawl that enriches short term speculators at the expense of community.
Suzan
37865
11-F-21-RZ
Suzan (37865), November 7, 2021 at 5:43 PM
see the attached
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211107174345.pdf
Gail
37865
11-F-21-RZ
Gail (37865), November 7, 2021 at 7:38 PM
I am commenting only, we in Seymour are AGAINST rezoning 8802 Sevierville Pike. Chapman highway is treacherous with traffic conditions today. We do not want further congestion and destruction of our rural community with this development.
Kevin
37918
11-B-21-SP
Kevin (37918), December 7, 2021 at 7:41 PM
See attached December 12 2010 TDOT NHTSA Funding Request for Chapman Highway safety improvements from Evans Rd to Burnett Ln due to crash rates.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211207194142.pdf
Kevin
37918
11-E-21-RZ
Kevin (37918), December 7, 2021 at 7:58 PM
There is a lot of Hardin Valley development activity on the December 2021 Planning Commission agenda. In front of Planning Commission this week are 3 rezonings and 3 residential development plans that have significant impact. These, plus the cumulative rezonings over the past several years, have residents looking at the cumulative impact.

With all the growth pressures and infrastructure investment needed, KCPA and HVPA asks that Knoxville-Knox Planning Commission and Knox County Commission:

- Uphold the existing Sector Plans by applying the plans and guidelines to land use decisions, without assuming that what the updated General Plan will have until it is agreed to and adopted.
- Deliberate about if a request should be approved based on the big picture of the area - what is the availability of public services and utilities in the are, and how the land use decision will impact the characteristics identified as important in the Sector Plan
- Apply the requirements of the zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations to rezonings and Use on Reviews. With Use on Review applications, carefully consider character and adverse impact to neighbors, as impacts are more acutely felt in a more densely populated county.
- Look for opportunities where land use decisions can further projects already identified in sector plans, such as parks, greenways, new schools, or transportation projects

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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211207195814.pdf
Lisa
37924
11-F-21-RZ
Lisa (37924), December 7, 2021 at 9:36 PM
I am writing to ask you to uphold the sector plan and deny this rezoning request and sector plan change from A to PR. The requested zoning is far too intense for the rural area and the impacts of adding this many homes have not been adequately studied. What are the purpose of sector plans if they are changed routinely without consideration for the thoughtful planning effort that was undertaken by both staff and the community? Please uphold the sector plan and deny this rezoning.
Kevin
37918
11-B-21-SP
Kevin (37918), December 7, 2021 at 9:39 PM
Attached is a letter from KCPA regarding 11-B-21-SP and its related rezoning request.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211207213908.pdf
Bradley
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Bradley (37920), December 8, 2021 at 10:27 AM
Please see attached file of 560 singed against the rezoning and amending the growth plan
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211208102729.pdf
Kevin
37918
11-B-21-SP
Kevin (37918), December 8, 2021 at 11:59 AM
Attached is a picture from the wastewater service map of the Knox Chapman Utility District. The picture shows sewer service on Sevierville Pike - an 8" gravity main flows north from the Valgro Rd intersection to the Valley Grove SPS station (pumping station) on the northwest corner of the subject property, and at that point becomes a forced main going up Sevierville Pike. A note on the plan indicates:

Valley Grove SPS
Year Installed: 1999

which clearly shows that sanitary sewer services have been available in the area since 1999 - prior to the adoption of the Growth Policy Plan map in 2002, and that services were in place at the time of the recent South County Sector Plan update.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211208115900.pdf
Laurie
37920
11-B-21-SP
Laurie (37920), December 8, 2021 at 12:59 PM
I would like to compliment the Commission on the Growth Policy Plan and the South Sector Plan that you developed over the years. It essentially establishes an urban growth limits line and protects the rural residential/ agricultural character of our Dry Hollow/Sevierville Pike area. It provides a vision that the residents count on.

This is the time to hold firm and back up your well crafted vision.

Amending the Plan with such a vast change in density will award the developer a financial windfall at the expense of our neighborhood and the community planning process that we rely on.

I urge you to vote No on the Sector Plan Amendment and No on the Rezone.
Kelly
11-F-21-RZ
Kelly December 6, 2021 at 1:11 PM
see attachment
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211206131110.pdf
Jen
11-F-21-RZ
Jen December 1, 2021 at 1:22 PM
I live a few minutes away from the proposed housing development in south Knoxville. I moved there and bought a home with my family and two children 4 years ago. We chose this location for the beauty, peace and quiet. If this development proceeds, much of this will be lost. This is not an appropriate place for such development. If you drive by you will see the opposition. We want to preserve what nature we have here. Consider investing in a park or preserve for our community but please leave the over-development out.
Debbie
11-F-21-RZ
Debbie December 6, 2021 at 12:32 PM
This is to inform you that I am a resident of the Dry Hollow Community in South Knoxville, and we are AGAINST the rezoning effort from the Thunder Mountain Development. As our county commisioners, we expect you to vote against this as our elected representative.
Brad
11-F-21-RZ
Brad December 1, 2021 at 1:09 PM
see attachment
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211201130956.pdf
Ursula
11-F-21-RZ
Ursula November 30, 2021 at 11:47 AM
I'm writing in earnest to ask the commission to deny the rezoning request in case 11-F-21-RZ: An incredible overwhelming majority of the people in this community are opposed to rezoning this land. I moved here with my family specifically for the rural setting, community, and wildlife. This wilderness is the EXACT reason that South Knox is desirable. This is something we actually advertise in tourism materials! It doesn't work if it becomes a concrete suburbia, devoid of forests and wildlife. If this is approved, we can never go back. Rezoning would destroy everything South Knox stands for and just create another Hardin Valley nightmare. Please take note that people are already very willing to build homes here, following the existing agriculture zoning requirements, without disrupting the beauty and uniqueness that makes this place special. I know because I'm one of them, and I know many others actively trying to do the same. This area is also not included in the agreed upon growth plan, so I don't see how it can be approved. Furthermore, this developer has been committing forestry clearing violations and engaging in criminal acts in our community since starting their project, such as trespassing and vandalism. Approving their request would send a clear message to Knox county taxpayers of who we're willing to do business with.
Brittany
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Brittany (37920), November 15, 2021 at 7:16 PM
Our schools, our underfunded fire departments, our whacked out highway (where you already take your life in your hands on each run) do NOT need this. Cookie cutter boxes with 3 inches of yard are what they do in California, not East Tennessee. People are COMING from those places to escape such living. I get that jobs are arriving in the area (yay) and real estate is premium. I get that this is America and we value our right to grow businesses, including real estate, within certain limits of the law. However, I don't want to go from being capitalists to having consumer-driven communities where no value is put on preservation, scene, or space. IN THE LEAST, please don't allow four houses per acre. It's an eyesore. Who is gonna wanna come here if we scrape away every inch of good country to start yet another subdivision? More like... an overdivision.
Brenda
11-F-21-RZ
Brenda November 19, 2021 at 6:51 PM
I read the article in the email you sent out about neighborhoods and developers working together...none of that was followed when Dollar store on Dry Gap was "announced".neighbors knew nothing about the developer and what was planned..it was passed by the Planning Commission before the neighborhood could say...anything..let alone talk with the developer. The Use on Review signs that are out in the road are useless and you can't read them and they're made to look like a commercial ad. I thought it was a sign advertising for "Joe's Mosquitos Treatment " as it had the same colors!
Andrew
37917
11-F-21-RZ
Andrew (37917), November 16, 2021 at 4:10 PM
Please see attached document
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211116161029.pdf
Danielle
11-F-21-RZ,11-B-21-SP
Danielle November 16, 2021 at 1:25 PM
I am writing as a concerned resident on Sevierville Pike in S. Knox county. I have been informed of the very large scale plan to build a neighborhood in our rural community. Sevierville Pike absolutely CANNOT handle the traffic that will be generated by almost 500 homes built on tiny lots. This area is not a planned growth area, it is zoned as rural. Also, the main highway where people will be exiting and entering Sevierville Pike is Chapman Highway which is already a congested and poorly designed road. Please explain to me how these roads can support the additional trips. Also, how does a large cookie cutter neighborhood built on cracker jack sized lots fit in with the rural character of our part of the county? It absolutely doesn't and therefore I ask that the commission declines the rezone request and sector plan change request. We must protect what's left of our rural areas. We do not need more sprawl in Knox County and South Knoxville does not want to be the next Hardin Valley. We need developers to focus on redevelopment of blight and areas within more urban sectors, especially when building high density neighborhoods. Please help to preserve our open spaces, wildlife and tree canopy. It's one of the last places in the county that hasn't been destroyed by poorly designed development.
Tom
11-F-21-RZ,11-B-21-SP
Tom November 23, 2021 at 6:20 PM
see attachment
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211123182018.pdf
Robbie
37865
11-F-21-RZ
Robbie (37865), November 16, 2021 at 6:20 PM
Need to persevere all the property that we can I grew up in those woods and that many homes would destroy the property which also could bring more crime to the area 5or 10 homes would be alright but that many homes is ridiculous schools are over run now don’t let big businesses come in and pad the pockets with money to get there way let’s us live in our peaceful communities without 400some odd homes I drive by those hills everyday and live on the other side of that mountain and it’s beautiful land there not to be filled with homes but to leave nature alone with its nature there I hope that you reconsider this proposal and not to look at money but consider how much damage it will do to the wildlife and the natural springs and ponds on the property
Ursula
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Ursula (37920), November 16, 2021 at 7:00 PM
An incredible overwhelming majority of the people in this community are opposed to rezoning this land.  I moved here specifically for the rural setting, community, and wildlife. This wilderness is the EXACT reason that South Knox is desirable. This is something we actually advertise! It doesn't work if you become concrete suburbia, devoid of forests and wildlife. If this is approved, we can never go back. Rezoning would destroy everything South Knox stands for and just create another Hardin Valley nightmare. Please take note that people are already very willing to build homes here, following the existing agriculture zoning requirements, without disrupting the beauty and uniqueness that makes this place special. I know because I'm one of them, and I know many others actively trying to do the same. This area is also not included in the growth plan. As others have already mentioned, changing the zoning without the needed, extensive roadway infrastructure would be reckless and only lead to more deaths on Chapman highway.
Donald
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Donald (37920), November 16, 2021 at 8:12 PM
The plan for the land you thinking of rezoning. Is far ahead of it's time. By at least 20 years..This area is not ready or do we want to be the next Florida or NC. With insufficient Police, Fire department and schools. The Community should of had much more notice than a few signs . A developer who has already done more unreversible damage to The land and me personally. They riped a 1/3 of my fence down along with a redbud tree Transplanted from my deceased mother's farm witch was on our land. Not letting us know allowing are 4 dogs to rome at will. This is just The start of the madness . The trespassing will Only get worse. Put a stop too this before it is to much for our roads ,schools Sheriff.and fire Department can handle. Concerned citizen.
Breanna
37876
11-F-21-RZ
Breanna (37876), November 17, 2021 at 2:52 AM
I am writing to ask that you please do not develop anymore houses on this acreage. Our small town roads are already seeing such a large amount of traffic and developers are taking away the beauty of Sevierville by placing these developments on any available piece of land. Please preserve the natural state of Sevierville and help limit traffic on our backroads, not built for developments such as this.
Bridget
37866
11-F-21-RZ
Bridget (37866), November 17, 2021 at 3:10 PM
We do not want or need this in our community. We do not have the resources for this amount of irresponsible development, nor do we want to live in a community this large. Take it elsewhere!
Jessica
37865
11-F-21-RZ
Jessica (37865), November 17, 2021 at 9:39 PM
You all are making a huge mistake. Why ruin all beautiful land and these trees? You are hurting all animals. These houses you all are planning needs to move to somewhere else. This is very upsetting. Please reconsider and leave that land alone. Move to somewhere else. We are already packed with traffic from tourists and people. It’s already hurting us all. We can’t have anymore traffic, we CANT. Chapman highway are already SO SO bad. It takes me 25-45 minutes to get home from working in south Knoxville which typically takes me 15 min to get home. Please MOVE!! Please find a land that has no traffic or anything. LEAVE IT ALONE!
WANDA
37920
11-B-21-SP
WANDA (37920), November 18, 2021 at 2:53 PM
Regarding the proposed development on Old Sevierville Pike and Dry Hollow, I am totally opposed to this development, First and foremost, the development will create a severe road hazard on Sevierville Pike. The road is a narrow, 2-lane road with curves and blind spots. People who live in the area know the existing hazards of the road and for the most part, drive accordingly. Adding 500-1200 more vehicles on this road will be a nightmare!. Where in the mind of Knox County government is concern for the safety of this community? And aside from the traffic and increased road hazard, does anyone not care that a community which had been here for over 100 years is facing complete demolition of life as we know it? AND, does anyone not care that the wildlife in this special place is in dire jeopardy of being completely destroyed as their habitat will be wiped out? Think about your neighborhood and if you would want such a development to destroy such a beautiful history. Greed may win the battle but it will not win the war!
Cynthia
37920
11-B-21-SP
Cynthia (37920), November 21, 2021 at 8:16 AM
My family and I have lived in this community since 1970. It is a wonderful, rural community and the woods and fields that make up the proposed development that is behind us has been the same since that time. It has been used for running cattle, horse shows, etc, and because of the huge cave and caverns located on the property, we thought it would always remain the same. Many of the children in the area played and explored all in the area. Please do not let Thunder Mountain ruin our community by bringing in a 450 house develop that will swallow up all of our wildlife and beauty. The view as you turn off Chapman Highway at Highland Cemetery has remained the same since I was a child and has always been a comfort when arriving home. Please consider all of the current residents and their homes they currently enjoy, as well as the small businesses & vote no on this rezoning.
Angela
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Angela (37920), November 21, 2021 at 8:41 PM
I purchase my property during to it being a more rural, natural setting. I wanted a home that was more nature then urban, crowded and busy. I wanted to be able yo see the deer in the morning and evening, hear the birds sing during the day, be able yo open my windows and smell the fresh air. If I wanted to live where there were houses all around me, I would have purchased a home in or near the city. BUT I did not. Please do not allow Seviervill Pike to become just another housing development allow those of us that live here to enjoy South Knoxville for the reasons we moved here. Don't destroy our dreams for someone else's pocketbook.
Corinne
3792
11-F-21-RZ
Corinne ( 3792), November 22, 2021 at 2:11 PM
I am writing as a representative of the Keep the Urban Wilderness Peaceful community group. We advocate for the preservation of the rural community we reside in and advocate for reasonable development that fits within the zoning and sector plans of the area. Project 11-F-21-RZ is another example of the disregard and destruction of rural areas that has become the blight of lack of Knox Co planning and the destruction of our beloved communities for greed and development. This project must not be approved as proposed.
Briana
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Briana (37920), November 22, 2021 at 5:01 PM
I am writing to oppose this development. Sevierville Pike and other less-traveled roads in the area are already becoming overwhelmed by vehicle traffic. In 2019, traffic counts reported 1,084 vehicles on a section of Sevierville Pike near the intersection of Bays Mountain Road. The planned development would no doubt more than double this vehicle count. Additionally, construction will harm local waterways as well as disrupt wildlife corridors.
Wolf
37921
11-F-21-RZ
Wolf (37921), December 8, 2021 at 2:58 PM
1) This is possibly the most scenic view of a rural holler with a wide-bottom end that one can still glimpse from Chapman Highway across Highland South Cemetery.

Except for some homes along the fringes and a small, reasonably compact industrial area, this view is relatively little disturbed and has remained so since the nineteen-fifties!

2) Very few soils in this part of Knox County are suitable for commercial crop production.

A substantial portion of the area under consideration for rezoning, i.e. the more level and moderately sloped extent, is the best area within miles for future community gardens or community-supported agriculture (CSA) endeavors.

Such initiatives have been trending nation-wide. They produce more nutrition and revenue per acre than grazing or the more common field crops. They increase cummunity resilience by providing residents with fresh, high-quality, healthy local food. That also reduces its carbon footprint and it stregthens the regional economy because we don’t have to pay far away producers and for long-distance transportation.

3) We must not waste our scarce scenic and natural resources.

Particularly not, when plenty unfilled space -- already zoned residential -- remains in the surrounding area!


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Brenda
37920
11-B-21-SP
Brenda (37920), November 22, 2021 at 7:36 PM
I would be very interested if there has been a study on how our roads are going to handle the additional traffic, We are jsut now finally beginning to see some improvement from the recent up grades, Now we are throwing all the hoses that are planned on Highland view , The houses 2-per acre on Old Sevierville pike. nxt they are planning townhouses directly on Chapman. Also would love to see what plans are being made for our Schools to handle the additional Children. New Hopewell is crowded with out buildings and been promise a new school for years , I feel so sad to lose yet another area that was home to deer, birds, even a bat cave that is just being bulldozed over. I know housing is needed and I am sure most area people would be receptive to less houses per acre leaving trees intact. But if you drive back you will see thousands of trees have pull cut already or bulldozed down. Lots of grade work is going on daily,
Lora
37920
11-B-21-SP
Lora (37920), November 22, 2021 at 8:19 PM
Please do not rezone this area as residential. The resulting traffic flow and disruption to area wildlife would be disastrous. Please help us preserve this land in its natural state.
Blake
37920
11-B-21-SP
Blake (37920), November 23, 2021 at 8:30 AM
My wife and I relocated here four years ago. One of the reasons we moved was because we could literally see the developers' bulldozers from our kitchen window where we used to see farmland. We bought our house because of the natural woods all around, even though it's close to conveniences. We are beyond disappointed to hear plans to clear so much of the woods. Our property is directly adjacent to the subject property. Please do not allow this to destroy this community. Besides our personal concerns, the traffic, infrastructure and environmental issues are huge.
Kevin
37918
11-E-21-RZ
Kevin (37918), December 8, 2021 at 3:27 PM
Please see the attached petition from Hardin Valley Planning Advocates with 355 signatures requesting to:

A. Uphold the existing Sector Plans by applying the plans and guidelines to land use decisions, without assuming that what the updated General Plan will have until it is agreed to and adopted.

B. Ask if a request should be approved based on the big picture of the area - what is the availability of public services and utilities in the are, and how the land use decision will impact the characteristics identified as important in the Sector Plan

C. Apply the requirements of the zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations to rezonings and Use on Reviews. With Use on Review applications, carefully consider character and adverse impact to neighbors, as impacts are more acutely felt in a more densely populated county.

D. Look for opportunities where land use decisions can further projects already identified in sector plans, such as parks, greenways, new schools, or transportation projects

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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211208152719.pdf
Brad
11-F-21-RZ
Brad November 23, 2021 at 11:35 AM
Please see the attached petition with now 420 signatures against the rezoning and growth plan amendment at 8802 Sevierville Pike.

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Michael
37920
11-B-21-SP
Michael (37920), November 23, 2021 at 12:25 PM
This proposed plan is, and will continue, to destroy the rural feel of the rural setting that people moved here for. They've already demolished so many of the wildlife corridors that makes this area beautiful and they plan to demolish much more. The traffic problems alone that this development will cause is a concern for not only the Dry Hollow Community, but for the Seymour and South Knoxville community as a whole. These hillsides are supposed to be protected, but I don't see this developer abiding by any of hillside protection ordinances. Also according to the South Knoxville Growth Plan, this area was meant to stay rural. This type of growth should remain closer to the city.
Misty
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Misty (37920), November 23, 2021 at 6:26 PM
PLEASE DON'T REZONE! I was born and raised in South Knoxville and this commercialization is destroying the best parts. Part of what makes this area so great is that it's rural. The Hobbit Village has taken away from this community. Please don't take anymore. This will destroy our community.
Sarah
37865
11-B-21-SP
Sarah (37865), November 24, 2021 at 10:30 AM
I am submitting this comment on behalf of being against the proposed rezoning. Please reconsider as we as a community do not wish the area to be rezoned. The beautiful wildlife need their homes, not more humans moving in and taking over. Also, we do not want further congestion of traffic and destruction of our rural community with this development. The history of this community and area goes back over 100 years. Especially with the industrial park and Church as well. Please take into consideration the lives and wildlife that would be impacted through this development.
Bradley
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Bradley (37920), November 24, 2021 at 3:37 PM
Please see attached petition of 450 people against the rezoning and growth sector plan changes for case 11-f-21-rz
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211124153744.pdf
Hilary
11-F-21-RZ
Hilary December 8, 2021 at 3:39 PM
see attachment
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Brandy
37920
11-B-21-SP
Brandy (37920), November 24, 2021 at 7:41 PM
Please stop this rezone! Our wildlife, schools, roads, & community can NOT take something like this! It will crush our community. Please stop this!!
Ronnie
37920
11-B-21-SP
Ronnie (37920), November 24, 2021 at 7:47 PM
STOP THE REZONE. This is our main concern. Keep our community rural!. Please dont let them take this from us. We been here our whole life and we know our community can not take it. Imagine how many fatal wrecks will be at the Chapman highway entrance/exit! Imagine the traffic jams. Imagine all the wildlife being gone. These are all things we don't want to happen. STOP THE REZONE
Sandra
37914
11-B-21-SP
Sandra (37914), December 8, 2021 at 4:05 PM
I will be out of town during the Planning Commission hearing December 9th. Please accept and read the attached letter in lieu of my speaking. I write in opposition to Thunder Mountain's Sector Plan amendment. Their application fails to meet any one of the four amendment criteria.

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Private
37920
11-B-21-SP
Private (37920), November 26, 2021 at 6:20 PM
I am for this development ..due to the fact that we are living during a time where we have an on going HOUSING CRISIS. I think most of you know the story behind 'that' situation? I also have a small track of land that I would also like to have rezoned and add additional accessory buildings to rent at an AFFORDABLE rate giving the inflated price of homes and rental units. Most of the folks who are against this development are probably living under housing conditions of inheritable influence and are not under pressure to find an affordable place to rent, I'm assuming? As for the wild life, the deer travel through my land dusk and dawn and if they are not being hunted..are mostly safe as I do not hunt. More housing would also restrict these "sport hunters" from legally hunting in this general area unless they submit to poaching. I vote FOR this development
Robert
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Robert (37920), November 28, 2021 at 10:23 AM
The main reason I moved here is because it was rural. Do not rezone it.
Margie
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Margie (37920), November 29, 2021 at 2:03 PM
Please see my comments. Attachments to follow in separate comment.
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Margie
37920
11-B-21-SP
Margie (37920), November 29, 2021 at 2:06 PM
Attachment for previous comment dated 11/29/21 - Hydrology Report
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211129140631.pdf
Margie
37920
11-B-21-SP
Margie (37920), November 29, 2021 at 2:08 PM
Attachment for previous comment on 11/29/21 (2 of 4)
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211129140823.pdf
Margie
37920
11-B-21-SP
Margie (37920), November 29, 2021 at 2:09 PM
Attachment for previous comment on 11/29/21 (3 of 4)
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211129140951.pdf
Margie
37920
11-B-21-SP
Margie (37920), November 29, 2021 at 2:11 PM
Final attachment for previous comment on 11/29/21
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Dawn
3792
11-F-21-RZ
Dawn ( 3792), October 29, 2021 at 6:36 PM
We are heart broken that thousands of trees have been bulldozed and the wildlife habitat has been destroyed for the deer, turkeys and hawks. The streams and creeks have been terribly impacted be all of the tree debris and dirt being pushed into the these very sensitive waterways.

I have spoken to many of the folks who live near is property they want to rezone…..not a single person I have spoken with wants this beautiful rural area turned into hundreds of home and hundreds of cars on the already unsafe roads……People moved to the country for a reason and that was to get away from the congestion and neighbors on top of them.

4 houses per acre is way to dense and tearing down all these trees is just awful…..Leaving Tree trash piles everywhere is very disrespectful to all of your neighbors!!! Clean up the mess and be a bit more concerned about what the community thinks of your housing development in their front yard

I’m a big no to this plan…..I’m a big no to their driveway right in front of our driveway and I’m a big no to hundreds of cars on our little country road and our community is a big no as well!!!

Please Stop Destroying the rural Beauty

Please Stop Destroying the Peace and Tranquillity

Please Stop Destroying the Wildlife Habitat
Travis
37865
11-B-21-SP
Travis (37865), November 29, 2021 at 3:28 PM
There is such a thing as smart growth, this is not it! The overwhelming majority of Knox County Citizens in this area are against the development, I do not understand how their elected representatives could support the rezoning.

I am a part of a group of homeowners who live across the Sevier County line and we are deeply concerned about the effect that this development will have on the flow of traffic down Chapman Highway. Additionally, this proposed development has no respect for the character of the existing community and the current residents of Knox, Sevier, and Blount Counties.

The bad faith that the current contractor has shown so far should be disqualifying on its face. The entire proposal fails to take into account safety, infrastructure, and environmental concerns. Deny this proposal and save South Knoxville!
Carmen
37865
11-B-21-SP
Carmen (37865), October 30, 2021 at 8:44 AM
Although I live in Sevier County I am very concerned regarding this purposed project. I am very concerned regarding the high traffic volume this will bring to Chapman Highway. This highway is very dangerous on a daily bases. This project will effect more than Knox County residents as it is so close to the Blount and Sevier county lines. We all share this highway. The attempt to make the highway bigger with turn lanes and guardrails directly in front of the purposed project is just a bandaid. The remaining portion of Chapman Highway will increasingly become more dangerous with the impact of such a extraordinary development. Please consider denying this development based on volume alone.
Cheryl
3792
11-B-21-SP
Cheryl ( 3792), October 30, 2021 at 9:07 AM
I implore you to not continue with the thunder mountain subdivision. So many wildlife habitats, bat caves, and creeks will be devastated and gone with this subdivision. This subdivision will produce so much traffic and will be huge concern for safety and well being of my family. This area development is not needed and will create over-crowded schools and horrendous traffic. Please do not destroy this beautiful habitat for a subdivision!
Kevin
37918
11-F-21-RZ
Kevin (37918), November 30, 2021 at 12:00 PM
Related to the Transportation letter attached to the application: I have to object to the phrasing in the Conclusion that "The increase in trip generation will result in an additional 1,819 new daily trips."

This obfuscated the analysis in an attempt to minimize the perceived impact.
Current trips generated: 0 or de minimus from agricultural use
Potential trips (existing CA/Ag zoning): 2,412
Potential trips (requested PR zoning): 4,231 (which is 1,819 more than the potential trips under existing zoning)

The "Trip Generation" section and the "Conclusion" sections both refer to the 1,819 number without providing clear context - they say "new daily trips". It should read something like "4,231 new daily trips over existing usage, and 1,819 new daily trips over what could be developed under existing zoning."

This context is missing and makes the analysis and conclusion misleading. This could cause a casual reader to conclude that the change over current conditions is smaller (using the provided 1,819 number) since the 4,231 number is not provided.

I ask that the applicant and engineer be required to clarify their traffic letter.
Nicole
37920
11-F-21-RZ
Nicole (37920), October 6, 2021 at 9:01 AM
Opposed on multiple fronts, first being the road structure will not handle an extra 250-500 cars a day, with multiple accidents as is now. Second the charm and character of the rual farm land should be preserved and this land was originally zoned this way to preserve. The prior owners leveraged this for decreased tax liability to only sale with intent of development.
Jeanne
37865
11-F-21-RZ
Jeanne (37865), October 7, 2021 at 3:31 PM
We do not want a subdivision development at the Bower Field/Camel factory area. Chapman highway is already too dangerous with too much traffic! Stop developing our precious farmland! And destroying our way of life
Jenna
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Jenna (37932), November 30, 2021 at 6:07 PM
I am writing to vehemently oppose the proposed development on Couch Mill Rd. As an owner of property adjacent to the property being discussed it greatly troubles me to think that the land would be turned into a large-scale subdivision. I ask that the council strongly consider the following points: 
FULL COMMENTS UPLOADED AS PDF
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Debbye
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Debbye (37932), November 30, 2021 at 7:22 PM
I strongly oppose the approve of yet another residential development. Hardin Valley cannot take any more growth until the roads and schools are evaluated. Hardin Valley schools are not that old and yet they are already bursting with too many children. If you want this community to thrive it must stop and consider it as a whole. The addition of the new elementary schools in Karns isn't even going to make a significant impact and the overflow. If builders want to spend money maybe they should invest in schools and road expansion.
Kathy
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Kathy (37920), November 30, 2021 at 9:06 PM
I am a 14 year resident of Martha Washington Heights. I purchased my home here because of the county and residential zoning and the lack of commercial development and traffic that it brings. Me and my family are vehemently opposed to rezoning of this lot to SC or any other commercial zone. This is a residential family neighborhood and we want to keep it that way. The opinion of one property owner in this community shouldn't overrule the many voices that want it to remain residential.
Shaun
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Shaun (37932), November 30, 2021 at 10:09 PM
I am speaking up due to our own residential property being affected by this proposal of widening the road to accommodate the influx of traffic. The traffic at the intersection of Steele Road, Sam Lee and Couch Mill is burdened as it is and by adding more residential housing this will cripple the already burdened flow of traffic. The dangers of driving this road have become apparent and I am fearful for the students walking home each and everyday. In the last few months we have had our fence ran over, our mailboxes plowed through and drunk drivers disrupt our commute all in middle of the day!! My own teenage boys drive these roads each and everyday and the already burdened roads make me nervous each time they set out. The proposed roundabout will require the acquisition of a portion of our property which I am opposed to. The issue of "spot zoning" is an insult to immediate and adjacent rural residential and even agricultural land is defaming the heart of the valley. I am a teacher at the middle school, and I know first hand the burden of increasing the class size and even seeing how the lack of space of elementary classrooms is lessening the effectiveness of student to teacher ratios. This is a multifaceted issue that is having a detrimental effects on our community. Please stop and consider negative effects on our infrastructure, schools, utilities and personal residential properties
Linda
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Linda (37920), December 1, 2021 at 10:44 AM
I oppose the request to rezone 0 Mount Vernon Road, Cases# 12-A-21-SP and 12-G-21-RZ. Commuters and neighbors along Alcoa Highway need stores, restaurants, and other services enjoyed by residents in other parts of the county. However, there are plenty of vacant and rundown properties along the nearly completed Woodson to Maloney section that fill those needs and are awaiting redevelopment. A shopping center at the location proposed for rezoning, regardless of the prospective business, is unnecessary and ill timed. Further, the property stands at the entrance of Martha Washington Heights neighborhood which has about 150 houses with mature trees and well maintained houses. Prior to road construction a neighborhood entrance sign and landscaping with flowers and shrubs enhanced the neighborhood's attractiveness. A shopping center would do the opposite and detract from the value of our homes, increase traffic, and significantly impact the neighbors on Custis with light pollution and noise. As a resident of Martha Washington Heights neighborhood -- even with the scruffy looking entrance we are left with now but hope to improve -- I urge you to deny the request for rezoning. Thank you.

PS - Perhaps not applicable to the cases at this point but there is no sign posted at the property notifying people about the public hearing on December 9.
jewel
37920
12-G-21-RZ
jewel (37920), December 1, 2021 at 3:21 PM
I object to the proposed commercial zoning referenced as case #12-g-21-rz. a very large portion on both sides of alcoa highway have numerous commercial vacant properties available for occupancy and use. this proposal encroaches upon the private and existing, established neighborhood of martha washington heights.
Susan
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Susan (37932), December 1, 2021 at 8:42 PM
This property and all the surrounding property are designated as one acre lots. The developer should develop the property as one acre lots in accordance with their neighbors. Couch Mill Road and Sam Lee Road are not designed for the traffic this proposed subdivision would bring as well as other potential subdivisions that will be built eventually along Couch Mill Road. Knox County should require this developer and all developers to set aside enough land to widen narrow two lane roads in the future before the land is developed. Visibility is poor in both directions trying to turn left off the dead end section of Couch Mill Road onto Sam Lee Road. Increased traffic will make that intersection more dangerous. If this property is developed, please require the developer to do something to improve that intersection. Hardin Valley schools are already overcrowded, and numerous houses are under construction currently. How does Knox County plan to address the overcrowding of schools? Lastly, will Knox County please set aside some land for parks and wildlife areas in Hardin Valley?
Applicant
12-I-21-RZ
Applicant Correspondence
December 2, 2021 at 9:49 AM
Please see attached letter from Benjamin C. Mullin
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Applicant
Tasha
37932
12-K-21-RZ
Tasha (37932), December 2, 2021 at 12:59 PM
Please review the school data: Hardin Valley Schools Current Data

Hardin Valley Elementary: Capacity 900, Enrollment 1304, 5 portables, 2 more portables have been ordered
Hardin Valley Middle School: Capacity 1200, Enrollment 1081, HVES currently has the largest 4th and 5th grade classes in history
Hardin Valley Academy: Capacity 1800, Enrollment 2125

We CANNOT support more homes in our area with schools past capacity. Please consider the environmental impact if we continue to destroy large plots of land. Please consider our infrastructure. Our roads are are constantly being repaired because they were never designed for high amounts of traffic with heavy machinery. Please consider our fire department. Are they able to handle this many more homes/subdivisions when most are cutting corners and not adding fire hydrants. Please consider the school bus drivers who already complain about the poor selections for entrances. Please consider our community's lack of public parks, walking paths, or even police station.
Susan
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Susan (37932), December 2, 2021 at 3:39 PM
I am writing to fervently request any proposed subdivision development on Couch Mill Rd be denied. Couch Mill and Sam Lee Roads are barely wide enough for cars to pass and have no shoulder. Current traffic on these roads is heavier than they are built to handle. An additional 300+ homes will only exacerbate an already difficult traffic situation. The intersection of Couch Mill and Sam Lee has limited visibility and is hazardous. Changing the intersection of Steele, Sam Lee, and Swafford Roads to a roundabout or calming circle is not a solution. I find these types of intersections to be a hazard in the county due to the fact that most people are not courteous enough to properly use them or they become congested as well - e.g. Concord Road at Northshore. Current residents' property will have to be taken to make space for said roundabout or slip lane. Will the proposed developer compensate those residents for the loss of their property. Knox County needs to stop approval of this level of development until the developers are required to provide financially for the improvement of roads and schools PRIOR to start of development. Sam Lee Road between Steele and Solway Roads is disastrous due to heavy truck traffic during the building of new subdivisions there. It should not fall to the constituency to pay for the improvements needed for these developers to take their money and run.
Jeff
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Jeff (37920), December 2, 2021 at 5:08 PM
I would request this zoning change be denied. The presence of a shopping center at this location would be extremely detrimental to the residents of Martha Washington Heights. There’s plenty of unoccupied retail space along Alcoa Highway. Please allow us to keep the last bit of green space that shields us from the ever expanding expressway.
Michael
37932
12-K-21-RZ
Michael (37932), December 3, 2021 at 8:59 AM
When is enough going to be enough? Hardin Valley schools are over capacity. Roads are clogged and every time it rains, the increased run-off floods Conner Creek and the areas around it, including these roads. Hardin Valley Road used to be a designated scenic drive. Now, it's another clogged artery of traffic due to the unbridled increase of subdivisions that are not being developed responsibly. Understanding the need for growth, I was under the impression that developers needed to follow the Planning Commission's recommendations, especially in terms of maximum dwelling units per acre. Most of the older neighborhoods, and some of the more recent - like Covered Bridge - are within the 1.88 DU/acre that the planning commission recommended. The developers always appealed to increase this (of course) - but there was a time that the County Commissioners would actually follow what the Planning Commission suggested. Can we PLEASE go back to that? The past 8 - 10 years has seen every appeal to increase density of developed land accommodated. Why is this? Why do developers and commissioners get to overrule the voices of those who live in the areas being overdeveloped? This irresponsible development needs to be curbed. Growth is needed, but if left unchecked, growth turns into tumors, and this once beautiful valley is becoming riddled with them.
Diane
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Diane (37920), December 3, 2021 at 9:41 AM
I am directly influenced by the re zoning and building of said shopping center and wish you would vote against. We have one small acre of trees and shrub, bird and animal habitat between us and the Alcoa Hwy speedway. What do you want this sweet Scruffy City to become? Little by little it happens, another Nashville. ( We lived there and have seen the massive development and how loss of tree and green space have increased the heat.) There are so many spots along that road that seem ready for development.
 
Please let us keep our tiny green space. Is Knoxville just about business now? Let us take a stand and use space ready for business that exists along that road. We are all ready losing acres of mature hardwoods for a massive apt. project off Malony Road.
Tina
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Tina (37932), December 3, 2021 at 1:52 PM
As of December 3, 2021, there have been no public notice Use on Review signs posted on Couch Mill Road at the proposed site of the subdivision. Even though the planning commission has attempted to confuse the public by posting on the postcards we received that the site of the subdivision is 11636 Hardin Valley Road, there were no signs at this (incorrect) site either. I live on Couch Mill Road and drive past this site at least twice a day, and at no time has there been Use on Review signs located at the site where the subdivision would be located.
 
I OPPOSE THIS SUBDIVISION!!! THERE ARE ENOUGH SUBDIVISIONS IN HARDIN VALLEY-JUST DRIVE DOWN HARDIN VALLEY ROAD AND YOU WILL SEE 1000S OF HOUSES BEING BUILT. THE ROADS DO NOT SUPPORT THIS AMOUNT OF TRAFFIC. THE SCHOOLS ARE ALREADY OVERCROWDED AND WILL NOT SUPPORT 1000S MORE STUDENTS!!!
Stachia
37931
12-I-21-RZ
Stachia (37931), December 3, 2021 at 2:35 PM
We simply can not afford to keep growing at this rate. The infrastructure in Hardin Valley can not accommodate this many people. Our schools are WAY overcrowded, traffic is getting worse and Hardin Valley past Solway Road is 2 lanes. Growth is important but it needs to be done responsibly. Kids have to walk to school if within 1 1/2 miles with sidewalks on the main road and few crossing areas. We have no parks in the immediate Hardin Valley area, no greenways and too much traffic. Please stop approving these massive developments so irresponsibly.
Stachia
37931
12-B-21-SP
Stachia (37931), December 3, 2021 at 2:41 PM
It is a narrow 2 lane road all the way down Hardin Valley with traffic backing up past I-140. We can not keep this up! The schools are so overcrowded that more portable are being added to the elementary school. Traffic is a nightmare. I offer you to drive to the proposed sites at 7:20 am, 3pm and at 5:30pm. We have no parks or greenways very few business and overcrowded roads. Please vote responsibly.
Patsy
37932
12-K-21-RZ
Patsy (37932), December 3, 2021 at 3:57 PM
I ask that you DENY the request for zoning 12-K-21-RZ. I live off of Couch Mill Rd. and have to pull out on Sam Lee at a blind hill which will be near the entrance to this subdivision and with all the traffic this new subdivision will bring it will make it very dangerous. And the intersection at Sam Lee and Steele Rd. will be a hazard to everyone. Isn't this area zoned AG1 per acre? Please let's keep it that way.
Cheryl
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Cheryl (37932), December 3, 2021 at 4:05 PM
As a resident of Hardin Valley I request the planning commission to NOT approve another subdivision for our area. It is simply not needed. Hardin Valley does not have the infrastructure to handle anymore . Just last week there were three accidents in less than 1/4 of a mile on Hardin Valley Road during rush hour. It was so bad that the ambulance drivers could not reach people in need. Daily it takes almost 30 minutes to an hour to travel less than 5 miles. I can’t imagine the strain on the schools, utilities and emergency services .
Cheryl
37932
12-B-21-SP
Cheryl (37932), December 3, 2021 at 4:17 PM
As a resident of Hardin Valley, please no more subdivisions ! Hardin Valley does not have the infrastructure to handle it. It can’t handle it now. It is dangerous to drive in the Valley now. It can take 30 mins to an hour to drive 5 miles . Emergency services can’t reach people due to the shear amount of cars and congestion. There are accidents almost daily. I can’t imagine the strain on the schools and emergency services. Greed is destroying a once ideal place to live. I have attended planning commission meetings before and I know members focus on zoning laws and not human issues. I say your responsibility is bigger to the people you serve .
Sascha
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Sascha (37932), December 3, 2021 at 4:21 PM
I am a resident of Couch Mill Road and I oppose this development. Couch Mill Road is a very quiet road, and residents such as myself and my family enjoy the peace of this area. This subdivision would completely disrupt our way of life and it is completely unfair to the current residents. This road is also not capable of handling 400 new homes crammed onto this lot. Hardin Valley does not need anymore subdivisions--The traffic and overcrowding are already bad enough. I am also an alumna of Hardin Valley (I went to HVES and then HVA; the middle school was not built when I was a student). I can attest that these schools are extremely overcrowded as it is. When I was in high school, students had to take 7 AM classes and dual enrollment courses at Pellissippi in order for the school to accommodate all of us. At the elementary school, trailers had to be added to create more classrooms. The music room that I used to use no longer exists becuase it had to be converted into another classroom. This school system is already very overcrowded and it does not have the infrastructure to handle 400 more family homes. Please do not build this development, for the sake of current families, residents, and the greater Hardin Valley community.
Mark
37932
12-B-21-SP
Mark (37932), December 3, 2021 at 8:49 PM
Please do not allow yet another neighborhood packed with houses into our already over crowded community. Our schools are too full. Our roads are breaking and clogged. Every day traffic backs up causing delays. There simply isn’t room to handle all the people without better infrastructure. Consider the individuals who live in this community before the developers who have no long term interest or concern. As soon as all the farms are bulldozed they’ll be long gone and we’ll be left with the mess. I grew up in West Knoxville in the time of rapid growth as people flooded into town to work at TVA. I saw first hand how new construction can be done in an organized manner where those neighborhoods are still highly desirable years later. Please reconsider.
Lois
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Lois (37920), December 4, 2021 at 8:43 AM
This small piece of property is the last remaining buffer between our neighborhood and the highway. We have watched trees come down and wildlife habitats that had been there for years disrupted and destroyed. The neighborhood was officially a bird sanctuary as well- please reconsider this. It is a small but it’s all we have left!
Stephanie
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Stephanie (37920), December 4, 2021 at 10:31 AM
I am opposed to the rezoning of this property. With such an abundance of vacant commercial properties in the vicinity it seems thoughtless to consider removing more green space before working on bringing the dilapidated commercial properties back to life. I am not opposed to development of the area in general, but it needs to be done in a way that adds to the beauty and vibrancy of our community, keeping wildlife and current residents in mind. Having lived in many cities across the U.S. I have witnessed plenty of development done both impeccably and poorly, and I want more for our community and our wonderful city than thoughtless, quick money making, junk development. What will this add to the currently dilapidated strip? Take care of that first.
james pointer
37115
12-A-21-SP
james pointer (37115), December 4, 2021 at 10:48 AM
i am writing on behalf of my father, who owns a house on custis lane. it is located directly behind the proposed development. our conclusion is that this would considerably lower property values along custis lane. it could alter water runoff and greatly add to noise levels in this area ( they are already substantial ). we would prefer that this area remain green space to reduce these problems. foot and auto traffic could increase in a quiet,desirable neighborhood, causing other problems. there is an underutilized shopping center next to the proposed development that could be used for business purposes. also, parking lots invite illegal activity and rodent problems. in conclusion, we the neighbors of martha washington heights subdivision hope that your body will take these detrimental issues into account when making your decision. thank you for your time.
Kristi
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Kristi (37932), December 4, 2021 at 12:56 PM
We built our house in Hardin Valley 17 years ago. We have watched a high school be built, Food City, a middle school, Lancaster Ridge, etc. Land is being sold and developed at such a rapid pace that our roads and schools cannot keep up. In addition to an inadequate infrastructure, the land and farms that makes Hardin Valley so beautiful and attractive to residents is slowly deteriorating. Please don’t continue to destroy the land!
Kristi
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Kristi (37932), December 4, 2021 at 12:56 PM
We built our house in Hardin Valley 17 years ago. We have watched a high school be built, Food City, a middle school, Lancaster Ridge, etc. Land is being sold and developed at such a rapid pace that our roads and schools cannot keep up. In addition to an inadequate infrastructure, the land and farms that makes Hardin Valley so beautiful and attractive to residents is slowly deteriorating. Please don’t continue to destroy the land!
Tony
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Tony (37932), December 4, 2021 at 1:27 PM
There are 3 reasons why this property should not be rezoned to residential. First, traffic has already made living in Hardin Valley a nightmare and with over 10 subdivisions currently being developed without houses even beginning to be built on them, the traffic is not even as bad as it will be once these subdivisions are finished. Second, our schools are already overcrowded. We pay taxes for our kids to get a good education and with schools over capacity, that makes it very difficult. In addition, the pandemic and overcrowding isn’t smart. Third, your responsibility as the commission that looks at rezoning is to the people that you serve and the residents already living in Hardin Valley. Your decision affects things like traffic accidents, overcrowding in schools, stress on families and the inadequate infrastructure in Hardin Valley. Please seriously consider stopping this development at this time.
M. Nicole
37920
12-G-21-RZ
M. Nicole (37920), December 4, 2021 at 1:44 PM
My family and I strongly oppose the re-zoning of the 1.21 acre parcel at 2816 Alcoa Hwy to Mixed Use Special District zoning (case 12-A-21-SP). We purchased our home in the Martha Washington Heights neighborhood because of the low traffic, low crime, the well-kept houses and the walkable streets. The number of residents who exercise and walk their dogs through the neighborhood is amazing and wonderful. Having a pedestrian-friendly neighborhood benefits the health of the residents, benefits the community and the participating residents serve as a form of neighborhood watch. A shopping center at the beginning of our neighborhood would be harmful to the residents of MWH. The vehicular traffic would increase dramatically, as might crime. This would result in decreased property values and affect the safety of neighborhood residents. According to the Knox County property tax records the owner of the 1.21 acre parcel also owns the adjacent parcel where the vacant shopping center sits and he owns a plethora of commercial properties throughout Knoxville. He is not a resident of MWH and it's clear that preserving the integrity of the neighborhood is not uppermost in his mind.
TINA
37938
12-F-21-RZ
TINA (37938), December 4, 2021 at 6:54 PM
I OPPOSE THIS. THIS AREA IS VERY CONGESTED ALREADY. I BOUGHT THIS PROPERTY BECAUSE IT WAS NOT SURROUNDED BY OTHER HOUSES. IT IS REALTIVELY QUIET. THIS PROPERTY IS RIGHT AGAINST MINE. MY NEIGHBOR'S AS WELL AS MYSELF ASK YOU TO PLEASE CONSIDER OUR PROPERTIES ALSO, THIS WOULD DEFINETLY DEVALUE THE SURROUNDING PROPERTIES. I HAVE LIVED HERE FOR 28 YEARS. PLEASE LEAVE THIS ZONED AS IT IS SO THAT WE MAY KEEP OUR NEIGHBORHOOD AS PEACEFUL AS POSSIBLE. 
Denise
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Denise (37920), December 4, 2021 at 8:41 PM
As a resident of Martha Washington Heights for almost 50years I am mortified to read about the proposed use of the 1.21acres near the entrance to the subdivision.It is a lovely neighborhood.The property values would plummet and traffic would increase exponentially.I am very disturbed by the ease with which others try to slide things past the residents.
Kristen
37931
12-K-21-RZ
Kristen (37931), December 5, 2021 at 6:53 AM
This growth has got to stop , at least for a while! Have you driven down HV road lately? During school zone times, it is bumper to bumper from Pellissippi to Steele Road. The road cannot handle any more traffic! Our elementary & high school are over capacity and the Middle will be there soon. A new elementary school is a feeble attempt to help, it won’t matter if hundreds of homes and apartments keep being built. HV cannot sustain this growth. Please consider a lower unit/acre if a subdivision must be built but we have to work on our infrastructure! The work being done at HV/Pellissippi is going to help some but there’s so much more that needs to be done before more homes are built. Please consider the community over money.
Geena
37932
12-K-21-RZ
Geena (37932), December 5, 2021 at 3:18 PM
Please reconsider putting 100 Ball homes at the end of this street. WGF is a tiny road that can barely accommodate 2 vehicles without one of them having to veer off to the side. With an entrance on both HC and WGF, cars will be driving down our dead end street all the time. We already have cars running into horse fences and mail boxes, and certainly don’t need another 200 or more cars traveling down this little winding road. Plus, all the construction traffic will be a complete nightmare. Hardin Valley is already being ruined due to every single request for a cheap, cookie cutter neighborhood being approved. Traffic on the west end of HV and Hickory creek is already over run with construction trucks, all the trucks bypassing the weigh station, etc. I’m fortunate my kids have already graduated, otherwise I would be livid at the over crowding of these schools. Hardin Valley has basically turned into Ball Valley. You have to schedule ur day around school letting out, bc you can’t get down HV road between 2:30 and 4. When is all of this development going to stop, and if it’s not, when are the roads going to be improved to accommodate this traffic?
Walter
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Walter (37920), December 5, 2021 at 7:12 PM
The entrance to a residential subdivision defines its community. It is shared by all. Previously this entrance was curved providing seclusion from Alcoa Highway. That is all gone now with the new Dresser Road becoming the frontage road access to Martha Washington Heights which has open us up visually to new road work and bridges. Adding a commercial area at this entrance would further detract from the quite, woodsy feel of this subdivision of old homes. Do not redefine this community by rezoning this property.
Walter
37920
12-A-21-SP
Walter (37920), December 5, 2021 at 7:21 PM
Multiple empty business locations fill this sector. The need for additional mixed use is not needed and would be detrimental to the entrance of the homes in Martha Washington Heights.
Valerie
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Valerie (37932), December 5, 2021 at 8:15 PM
Please see attached letter.
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Jeff
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Jeff (37932), December 5, 2021 at 9:00 PM
DENY the rezoning to PR (Planned Residential), consistent with the denial recommendation for the associated sector plan amendment. The applicant has reasonable use of the property under Agricultural zoning. The Agricultural zone allows residential development on 1-acre minimum lot sizes, consistent with surrounding development. Approval of PR zoning for this site would allow incompatible lot sizes compared to surrounding parcels. It would constitute a spot rezoning, giving this property development rights that no one in the immediate area would be afforded.

Michael Brusseau of the planning staff made these recommendations on a nearby piece of land. Reference 5-D-18-RZ & 5-A-18-AP. Also, improvements were needed in this reference about the surrounding roads that still need to be addressed for safety. Limited visibility of the entrance and exits would be a concern.

The developer should construct this property as one acre lots to reduce the negative impact on the infurstructor and the safety of the new and existing Hardin Valley residence. I am disappointed that the developer could have been more forthcoming with the plans for this property by reaching out to the community they want to be a part. A meeting would have allowed them to share and gather insight. Intentions became clear to the neighbors with the late posting of the required signage for a rezoning. These signs went up less than one week before the meeting.
Tracy
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Tracy (37932), December 5, 2021 at 10:20 PM
Hardin Valley roads are already overcrowded and unsafe. The Hardin Valley community cannot handle the increase in traffic that will come from this subdivision. Here is a list of traffic issues that we have seen or experience on a regular basis:

* Cars traveling at a high rate of speed on Sam Lee Road, Steele Road and Hardin Valley Road. Our son was killed by one of these speeders on Steele Road.

* Cars going on the wrong side of the road to pass other cars that are driving at the posted speed limit.

* Traffic is horrible in the morning, at school dismissal time and in the evening when coming home from work. Traffic is backed up from the schools to Pellissippi.

* Cars drive down the center of Hardin Valley Road to avoid waiting in the traffic.

* The traffic is still heavy at Hardin Valley Road and Pellissippi, even with the improvements.

* Schools are overcrowded as well.

Please do not allow this subdivision, or any other subdivision, to be built in Hardin Valley. The community is at max capacity. Our peaceful, rural area is being destroyed by all of these new homes.
Susan
37932
12-K-21-RZ
Susan (37932), December 5, 2021 at 10:42 PM
We must put a stop to all of these neighborhoods coming into Hardin Valley. It is very irresponsible to cram so many houses onto every single acre land. The planning commission is supposed to help communities grow in a way that is very well rounded and supports the livelihood of the community. And Hardin Valley all that is happening as neighborhood after neighborhood coming in of houses. We do not have The roads to support all of this traffic which is becoming absolutely undrivable, not to mention how many wrecks are happening on a daily basis on the rats that I have to take from my house. We have no land set aside in our community for parks, community centers, greenways, ballfields, a post office or library… If we are going to have thousands of people moving into Hardin Valley area then we need resources for them to use as well. We need all of those community type of buildings as well as businesses to help balance out the population and the goods and services that the population needs. Our schools are already overcrowded and cannot support more families moving into our area. You cannot add population without being sure that we have the proper roads, schools, and community resources for those people. Please stop thinking just about bringing in the tax dollars and making lots of money for builders and think about the people who actually live in this community every single day. We are screaming at the top of our lungs to please stop building homes!!!!
Susan
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Susan (37932), December 5, 2021 at 10:47 PM
I strongly oppose any further subdivisions being developed in the Harden Valley area. There are far too many homes currently being built that we already cannot handle the traffic on our roads, the students in our schools, and not to mention that we have no community resources of our own in Hardin Valley. We have no parks, community centers, greenways, no post office or library… However you continue to add thousands of people to this small community without providing any real community resources for us to use. It is irresponsible to continue to allow developers to make millions of dollars building neighborhoods and yet we have nothing being invested back into making this a nice area to live in. Instead we deal with horrendous traffic, terrible wrecks on our roads every single day, schools that are much too overcrowded already, and not even any green space to use. As a planning commission is supposed to do, please plan an actual community for our area, not just homes and subdivisions.
Dennis
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Dennis (37932), December 5, 2021 at 11:18 PM
As a resident near Couch Mill Road, I am deeply concerned about a 400 unit subdivision being proposed on 132 acres off of Couch Mill Road near Hardin Valley Road. The land is currently zoned as agricultural. Constructing 400 houses on approximately 100 acres of the current farmland would be very detrimental to our rural community. There are too many subdivisions being erected in Hardin Valley as it is. Couch Mill Road and Steele Road are simply way too narrow to accommodate this exponential increase in traffic if this subdivision were to be constructed. The roads are too narrow even with the flow of traffic we already have. This also will greatly increase the strain on our local schools Hardin Valley Elementary, Middle and Academy which are already overflowing with the existing population they serve. The subdivision would result in exceeding the Knox County intersection standard which is currently 3000. As a resident of the community this proposed subdivision would negatively impact, I urge you to vote NO on the proposal. This subdivision would destroy our lovely rural community and endanger lives with increased traffic on our already small roads. Please OPPOSE this.
Darryl & Cindy
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Darryl & Cindy (37920), December 6, 2021 at 8:53 AM
I respectfully request that the rezoning request be denied for this case. This would create adverse effects to the residents of this subdivision, as the request covers the entry way and another side road which is the primary access to the subdivision, and would be extremely detrimental to the neighborhood and adjacent neighbors, due to increased traffic, blockage of the entry and property value to owners who have lived in this subdivision 40 years plus. Thank you for your consideration to NO REZONE.
Stephanie
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Stephanie (37920), December 6, 2021 at 9:10 AM
I am a resident of Martha Washington Heights. Please DO NOT grant the rezoning request to Mr. Monday. Our neighborhood is nice and quiet and still somewhat secluded. I am worried about the traffic, pollution (noise, light, air) and possible unsavory activity, as shopping centers are often the scenes of criminal pursuits. We are finally getting some semblance of peace and order back into our neighborhood after the long period of highway construction. Now, Mr. Monday, in his greed, wants to ruin all of that. I and many residents of MWH are sick of greedy developers running roughshod over current residents. Again, please do NOT grant this rezoning request. Thank you.
Betty
37766
12-B-21-SU
Betty (37766), December 6, 2021 at 9:26 AM
Hanna Boyer is a skilled and compassionate dog professional trainer. She was so helpful in working with our rescue boxer Divot. The Knoxville community will be so fortunate to have The Bark facility where pups and folks will have a safe place to enjoy each others company.
Beverly
37932
12-K-21-RZ
Beverly (37932), December 6, 2021 at 9:43 AM
If you have never driven the roads here you need to. They are very narrow and are getting rutted and potholes from general traffic volume and heavy construction vehicles. This poses a great risk to folks who travel the roads. Despite improvements around the Hardin Valley Schools there is still significant traffic impact on flow of traffic. The schools are reaching or have reached capacity. How do you expect them to handle all the new development being approved. I understand there is a need for housing in the Knoxville area however, infrastructure must be developed to deal with this population density. With all the tax revenue these developments provide some if not all should be applied to improving infrastructure.
Kathleen
37932
12-B-21-SP
Kathleen (37932), December 6, 2021 at 9:50 AM
We urge you to carefully consider the proposed project by Ball Homes proposal for the impact on both W Gallaher Ferry Rd as well as the all of the zoning proposals at this December meeting for the entire community of Hardin Valley. We hired Robert Jacks with Ajax Engineering to conduct a traffic study on W Gallaher Ferry Rd in April 2019. We would be happy to share this study with you. The results of his study reveal many concerns about the intersection of Hickory Creek Rd and W Gallaher Ferry Rd where the 2nd entrance of the Ball Homes plan is proposed to be located. Hickory Creek is a rural minor arterial, and W Gallaher Ferry Rd is a rural county road. However, Hickory Creek Rd is only a mere 21.9 feet wide with no center lane and no shoulder - which does not support the standards for a minor arterial! We urge you to conduct an updated and specific traffic feasibility study on Hickory Creek Rd and W Gallaher Ferry Rd BEFORE approving this project! Further, West Gallaher Ferry Road does not have white edge lines on any sections of the roadway. Roadway lighting is not present, and there are vertical and horizontal curvature. There are potholes, cracks, and the general upkeep of W Gallaher Ferry Rd from the county has been ignored. There are not any Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) or Knoxville-Knox County Planning permanent traffic.....Please see our attached PDF for further comments and screenshots.
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Joanne
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Joanne (37920), December 6, 2021 at 10:17 AM
I am very opposed to a business or businesses occupying the proposed sight. This is a very nice, quiet neighborhood and I feel the added traffic and people would be a detriment to the quiet snd safe feeling of our neighborhood. We are not willing to sacrifice our quiet neighborhood for businesses to invade our privacy! There is already a shopping center in very close to this proposed sight. How about reviving this center.
Julia
37917
12-B-21-SU
Julia (37917), December 6, 2021 at 10:29 AM
In the dog-friendly city of Knoxville the addition of an indoor dog park will be welcomed. I think Hanna's concept for The Bark is solid and will be a popular addition to the area. I look forward to seeing it come to life and ask that the plan be approved by committee.
Cassie
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Cassie (37920), December 6, 2021 at 10:31 AM
I do not support a business at the entrance of Martha Washington Heights neighborhood. We walk to the neighborhood every night and my son has walks to friends houses as well. The increased traffic would greatly impact the peacefulness and safety of the neighborhood and I do not believe it would add value.
Laura
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Laura (37932), December 6, 2021 at 10:42 AM
I do not feel that a 400 unit subdivision could be supported by the roads currently in place in the area. Traffic is already an issue with many of the roads having considerable back ups several times during the day. Most of the roads leading to Hardin Valley Rd. are just one lane each way and very narrow. Also, there’s terrible overcrowding at the Hardin Valley schools. The elementary school has 400 children over capacity already and the high school has over 300. Portables have been added to the elementary school and more have been ordered. It is also dangerous for the children standing at a lot of the bus stops off of these narrow winding roads in the early morning hours. I feel more homes and traffic would worsen all of these problems. It is estimated that the number of cars would more than triple on Couch Mill and Sam Lee roads. This would result in exceeding the Knox County intersection standard. Not to mention the environmental impact and the problems with construction vehicles as a subdivision could take 7 to 8 years to complete. Please reconsider this rezoning request!
Bruce and Lisa
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Bruce and Lisa (37920), December 6, 2021 at 11:02 AM
We adamantly oppose the re-zoning of the 1.21 acre parcel at 2816 Alcoa Hwy to Mixed Use Special District zoning (case 12-A-21-SP). This is a peaceful neighborhood with low crime and families that enjoy walks in their neighborhood. There are many commercial locations within close proximity that are sitting abandoned that would serve as much better commercial locations. To put a business on this small parcel, at the main entrance of the neighborhood brings no value to its residents or the community. This addition would only devalue all of our investments and bring more traffic and unwanted elements into the area.
Christiane
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Christiane (37932), December 6, 2021 at 1:41 PM
By putting 400 units on 32 acres, there have to be either apartment buildings or condos among those 400 units. These roads are narrow and without shoulders and the traffic increase would be unacceptable to anybody who lives in this neighborhood and would be negatively effected by this situation.
Christine
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Christine (37932), December 6, 2021 at 3:19 PM
As a resident of Hardin Valley, I request the planning commission NOT approve the rezoning of this property. I strongly oppose this subdivision being built in Harden Valley. There are too many homes currently being built that the community cannot handle. The roads are not built to handle the extra traffic and the schools are over maximum enrollment. If this subdivision is allowed, that will only exasperate the problem. If the overcrowding increases, that will affect the quality of the education that our students receive. If the school district ratings decrease, so will the property values and then the taxes the Knox County will receive. Also, there is currently no community resources of our own in Hardin Valley. We have no parks, community centers, greenways or a library. It shouldn’t be allowed for a builder to build these many homes without the infrastructure in place first. It is irresponsible to continue to allow developers to make millions of dollars building neighborhoods and they have no buy in to improving the community. I urge you to vote NO on the proposal. This subdivision would destroy our lovely community and endanger lives with increased traffic on our already small roads. Please OPPOSE this.
Applicant
12-I-21-RZ
Applicant Correspondence
December 6, 2021 at 3:35 PM
APPLICANT CORRESPONDENCE
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Kevin
37918
12-D-21-UR
Kevin (37918), December 6, 2021 at 3:42 PM
KCPA urges Planning Commission to deliberate and discuss the impacts of this development, determine if they have an adverse impact on the character of the neighborhood, and potential injury to their value and the use/enjoyment of the areas , and act appropriately. See the attached letter from KCPA.
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Charles
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Charles (37920), December 6, 2021 at 3:56 PM
I oppose Amendment 12-G-21-RZ as well as 12-A-21-SP. This seems to be a sudden move that has not until the last day or so even been accompanied by a notice sign at the subject parcel location. These amendments would negatively affect our neighborhood; approval would be contrary to the will of the people impacted. If the owner wishes to see development that suits the character and harmony of the neighborhood, why doesn't he reserve such small parcels in his vast inventory for green space? His parcels in commercial and industrial areas would still generate revenue and profits. Alternately, the owner could explore using his property as it is currently zoned. Given the shortage and high values of residential property these days, this wooded area could nest one or more upper bracket residences. This would improve neighborhood home values, instead of jeopardizing them as would an expanded nearby shopping center, with its consequences of added noise, congestion, loitering, light pollution, etc. In contrast to the shortage of quality green space and residential properties in our immediate area, there is already an abundance of unused commercial space spread throughout this area, on both sides of Alcoa Highway fronting this parcel. Thank you for your careful consideration in representing the people on this issue.

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Susan
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Susan (37920), December 6, 2021 at 5:10 PM
I have been a resident of Martha Washington Heights for over 30 years. During this time there has been talk about making a safer entrance into our neighborhood. After many years, construction on Alcoa Highway began. Now after several years of construction, Martha Washington Heights has a safe entrance into the neighborhood. Rezoning this property to commercial use will once again cause unsafe conditions for residents of this neighborhood coming and going.

Besides the huge safety issue, having any commercial business this close to the new ramp into the neighborhood takes away the visibility for visitors, commercial delivery and repair services coming into the neighborhood.

I request that you deny the rezoning of this property.
Glen
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Glen (37932), December 6, 2021 at 5:10 PM
See attached
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Matt
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Matt (37932), December 6, 2021 at 7:39 PM
Please see attached comments. Thanks.
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Kelly
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Kelly (37920), December 6, 2021 at 8:13 PM
I oppose 12-G-21-RZ and 12-A-21-SP. MWH is a quiet subdivision and that is why people choose to live there. The area has more than enough empty commercial space that should be used first. Why destroy more trees and animal habitat. This area has already been disturbed enough by the construction on Alcoa Highway. This space would add more congestion and pollution to a peaceful neighborhood. I do not see any added value to to adding additional commercial space this area. This area needs more green space and less pavement. What are the environmental impacts to the neighborhood?
Teresa
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Teresa (37932), December 6, 2021 at 8:38 PM
On the west side of Steele Road on SamLee/ Couch Mill are only two existing subdivisions. Chadwick Downs is zoned Agricultural. Forest Mill is zoned Rural Residential with zoning of 1 unit per acre. Everything else on these roads are single dwelling homes. The proposed development is zoned Rural Residential and should have no more than two dwelling units per acre minus any hill top protection analysis results. The intersection of Sam Lee and Steel Road is only a TWO WAY stop…not four as the traffic study says. A property owner does have the right to sell their property. However, the County Commission has an obligation to maintain the trust of its constituents and adhere to the proper zoning. Keep this land Rural Residential with no more than two dwelling units as your staff has recommended.
John
37920
12-G-21-RZ
John (37920), December 6, 2021 at 8:48 PM
I oppose the rezoning of the small parcel of land at the entrance to Martha Washington Heights subdivision, of which I am a resident. The eventual presence of a business on this property would increase traffic in our neighborhood, devalue the residential properties next to the parcel in question, and likely eventually add yet another empty business location to the area. As an option, a nice green space would make a very pleasant entrance to the subdivision.
Matt
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Matt (37920), December 6, 2021 at 9:08 PM
This rezoning of a residential area as a shopping center should not be permitted. It's a beautiful area and nice, quiet neighborhood and the change in zoning and the shopping center would adversely affect all of that. There are plenty of other nearby commercial areas that could use an upgrade and there is no need to take away more green space and infringe on a neighborhood. I can't understand why this would be allowed to move forward without greater notice and opportunity for comments on it.
Sharon
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Sharon (37920), December 6, 2021 at 9:11 PM
I object to the proposed commercial zoning case #12G 21 RZ. As others have stated our is a community of families who enjoy the peace and quiet of our well established neighborhood. This property is our only buffer against the noise from Alcoa Hwy. Besides lowering our property value due to dumpsters and trucks unloading in our backyard this will completely degrade what we have worked to build in our neighborhood where we have enjoyed peace , quiet and nature.
Lauren
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Lauren (37932), December 6, 2021 at 9:33 PM
Please hold off on all rezoning requests that will result in subdivisions at least until the new Solway school is open. These subdivisions are being built start to finish in 6mo or less. The current stats for Hardin Valley Elem have it at almost 150% capacity. It’s busting at the seams! Have you ever walked into that building? Before approving even more developments where almost ever single house has children in the K-5th age range, please go by the school to see how children are crammed into every nook and cranny currently. We cannot handle any more development right now!
Lauren
37932
12-B-21-SP
Lauren (37932), December 6, 2021 at 9:34 PM
Please hold off on all rezoning requests that will result in subdivisions at least until the new Solway school is open. These subdivisions are being built start to finish in 6mo or less. The current stats for Hardin Valley Elem have it at almost 150% capacity. It’s busting at the seams! Have you ever walked into that building? Before approving even more developments where almost ever single house has children in the K-5th age range, please go by the school to see how children are crammed into every nook and cranny currently. We cannot handle any more development right now!
Dinah
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Dinah (37920), December 7, 2021 at 7:40 AM
Please do not pass this rezoning request. it would be a hardship for the entire older neighborhood of Martha Washington Heights. Our entryway was just finished and we don't want to add added traffic with a shopping center at the edge of our entrance. There is already a shopping center very close to where this would be if built. It would devalue the property of the homeowners that would be next to a shopping center. Thank you.
Jane
37920
12-A-21-SP
Jane (37920), December 7, 2021 at 8:47 AM
This residential property is now the new face for our Martha Washington Heights subdivision . This entrance is a reflection of our community and of our investments in this community. The incursion of a business structure, signs, parking lot, dumpsters, light and ground pollution at the entrance of our subdivision is a direct threat to those investments. The plague of empty businesses along this corridor of Dresser Rd. also has a negative effect on those investments. Please to do not add another until the Alcoa Highway Project proves this corridor is viable for businesses. I oppose the re-zoning of residential property case # 12-A-21–SP and ask the commissioners to visit our community before the final vote. I hope your decisions will support and validate this community and our investments in it….
Stephanie
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Stephanie (37920), December 7, 2021 at 9:05 AM
I realize that I have already submitted a comment, but I would like to add to it. This tiny piece of property is a buffer between MWH and Alcoa Highway. It protects the neighborhood from traffic noise and light. There are other properties along this stretch of road that are surely more suitable for whatever Mr. Monday has in mind. Please, please, DO NOT allow this parcel to be rezoned. Our property values and neighborhood aesthetic are at risk.
Mary
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Mary (37920), December 7, 2021 at 9:09 AM
Please deny the request to approve the rezoning of the property on Dresser Road at the entrance to Martha Washington Heights subdivision. The area along Alcoa Highway has many commercial properties with empty buildings ready for commercial use. Three in particular were once shopping center/gas stations. Why clean out an area that is a buffer for the neighborhood for another commercial property when so many along that area of Alcoa Highway sit empty and ready for use?

The other concern is increased activity, noise and light pollution to an area that is currently a quiet, safe area. We already have two bars nearby that bring crime, murders to the area.
Gerald
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Gerald (37920), December 7, 2021 at 9:34 AM
Please do not rezone this property. It was originally zoned residential and should stay that way. We've endured 4-years of Alcoa Hwy. construction and now he wants to put much more traffic on the entrance to our homes? Failed business buildings lining the road to this property include the former Hardee's, National Fitness, Window Tinting plus most of the strip center that contains the church. Odds are not good for new business to succeed there.
Teddy
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Teddy (37920), December 7, 2021 at 11:46 AM
I would like to reiterate the below comment that has already been posted. Deny Deny Deny this rezoning. This will absolutely ruin this neighborhood.

Please deny the request to approve the rezoning of the property on Dresser Road at the entrance to Martha Washington Heights subdivision. The area along Alcoa Highway has many commercial properties with empty buildings ready for commercial use. Three in particular were once shopping center/gas stations. Why clean out an area that is a buffer for the neighborhood for another commercial property when so many along that area of Alcoa Highway sit empty and ready for use? The other concern is increased activity, noise and light pollution to an area that is currently a quiet, safe area. We already have two bars nearby that bring crime, murders to the area.
Jack
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Jack (37920), December 7, 2021 at 2:52 PM
My wife and I oppose this rezoning.This tract is the last buffer between the Martha Washington Heights neighborhood entrance and commercial development on Alcoa Highway. Many people walk to and through the neighborhood and we do not want more automobile traffic through our neighborhood from a shopping destination just outside the entrance.
Charlene
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Charlene (37920), December 7, 2021 at 2:54 PM
My husband and I do not support the rezoning of this property. As relatively new inhabitants of the wonderful neighborhood of Martha Washington Heights, we love the quiet and safety of our new home. A commercial property at the entrance to our neighborhood would be a blight that would decrease property values, increase traffic, and potentially increase crime. This is a family neighborhood with homeowners that are proud of their houses. We neither desire nor need this proposed commercial space.
john
37920
12-G-21-RZ
john (37920), December 7, 2021 at 4:03 PM
This piece of property is the last remaining buffer between our neighborhood and the highway. We have watched trees come down and wildlife habitats that had been there for years disrupted and destroyed. The neighborhood was officially a bird sanctuary as well- please reconsider this. It is a small but it’s all we have left!
Jayne
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Jayne (37920), December 7, 2021 at 4:04 PM
This small piece of property is the last remaining buffer between our neighborhood and the highway. We have watched trees come down and wildlife habitats that had been there for years disrupted and destroyed. The neighborhood was officially a bird sanctuary as well- please reconsider this. It is a small but it’s all we have left!
Dave
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Dave (37932), December 7, 2021 at 4:33 PM
There does not seem to be any plan to update the infrastructure. As it stands now, the traffic on this small two lane road is becoming very dangerous, not to mention being destroyed by the dump trucks running up and down Hickory Creek Rd and Hardin Valley road. (Possibly to avoid the scales). How can we continue to build homes without infrastructure? 900 houses x 2 drivers each, adding an additional 1800 drivers a day to this already limited road? My grandchildren’s schools are already overcrowded as seen in previous comments - what is to be done with that? Build schools later? That plan never seems to work. Please do not allow any more of these massive, quickly built subdivisions to overrun the area. Think about impact, families, and children before builder revenues. Thank you
12-B-21-SU
Rob (37917), December 7, 2021 at 4:50 PM
My wife and I are were very excited to hear about the possibility of The Bark opening in our neighborhood! People from all walks of life can connect through a love of dogs, and we believe in this unique concept. We think this business can become a strong asset for the surrounding community, and it will have an ideal location in this increasingly walkable area.

We know first-hand that Hanna is a very capable and successful business owner. Her organization worked with our puppy (Darla) on a regular basis for about 6 months after we adopted her from Young-Williams. Hanna runs a very professional business, and we hope this application will be approved.
Edward & Brenda
37938
12-F-21-RZ
Edward & Brenda (37938), December 7, 2021 at 5:19 PM
We have lived on Norris Freeway for 52 years. We have raised our children here and we have enjoyed the quietness and good neighbors. If this is approved, this will decrease our property value and increase traffic on Gordon Smith Road, which is very narrow. This road is close to our house and intersects with Norris Freeway. The freeway is already very busy. We are an older couple and we enjoy the ruralness of this older neighborhood. . In the Interest of our neighborhood, we oppose the construction of this and would like to keep our neighborhood with single residential homes.
Stephen
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Stephen (37920), December 7, 2021 at 6:18 PM
We have been residents of Martha Washington Heights for over 40 years. We strongly oppose this rezoning request. We are concerned that our neighborhood would no longer feel safe.Please save our neighborhood! Susan and Stephen
Terry
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Terry (37932), December 7, 2021 at 7:03 PM
My wife and I are adamantly opposed to the proposed 400 unit subdivision on Couch Mill Road. There have been so many new subdivisions added to our once rural community lately that the increased traffic has become a nightmare to navigate. Daily errands or appointment have to be scheduled around when the schools are in or getting out, you can't get anywhere in a timely fashion during those times of the days already. There are new subdivisions all up and down Campbell Station Rd, up and down Hardin Valley to Hickory Creek and continue on down Hickory Creek, and then there is the major developing of several new subdivisions on Sam Lee Rd. The roads are too narrow and not intended for all the added traffic, not to mention all the extra strain on the three school that are already at or over capacity. The land was zoned Agriculture and should stay that way. This was once a beautiful rural area and now is being turned into a disaster area. We don't need any more new subdivision out here!!!!!!Please vote No!!!!!!
Janice
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Janice (37932), December 7, 2021 at 7:05 PM
Predominant concerns:
-the lack of safety and ease of transportation
-the overpopulation of our schools, which already have to use trailers
-the need for playgrounds and parks
-displacement and endangering of wildlife
-emergency services
-part of what makes this a desirable location are the farmlands and open spaces, but I fear these will also be developed
-allow planning and development to reign by going more slowly with home development but perhaps more quickly with infrastructure and parks/common areas
Charles
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Charles (37920), December 7, 2021 at 7:36 PM
At approximately 1.25 acres, considering the practical use of a tract that size, and the terrain. The tract appears to have no practical use that would be beneficial to the residents of Martha Washington Heights. This tract is also in close proximity to other commercial properties that have been vacant for some time. This is just a bad idea.
Kevin
37918
12-I-21-RZ
Kevin (37918), December 7, 2021 at 7:58 PM
There is a lot of Hardin Valley development activity on the December 2021 Planning Commission agenda. In front of Planning Commission this week are 3 rezonings and 3 residential development plans that have significant impact. These, plus the cumulative rezonings over the past several years, have residents looking at the cumulative impact. With all the growth pressures and infrastructure investment needed, KCPA and HVPA asks that Knoxville-Knox Planning Commission and Knox County Commission:

- Uphold the existing Sector Plans by applying the plans and guidelines to land use decisions, without assuming that what the updated General Plan will have until it is agreed to and adopted.

- Deliberate about if a request should be approved based on the big picture of the area - what is the availability of public services and utilities in the are, and how the land use decision will impact the characteristics identified as important in the Sector Plan

- Apply the requirements of the zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations to rezonings and Use on Reviews. With Use on Review applications, carefully consider character and adverse impact to neighbors, as impacts are more acutely felt in a more densely populated county.

- Look for opportunities where land use decisions can further projects already identified in sector plans, such as parks, greenways, new schools, or transportation projects
View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211207195846.pdf
Kevin
37918
12-B-21-SP
Kevin (37918), December 7, 2021 at 8:00 PM
There is a lot of Hardin Valley development activity on the December 2021 Planning Commission agenda. In front of Planning Commission this week are 3 rezonings and 3 residential development plans that have significant impact. These, plus the cumulative rezonings over the past several years, have residents looking at the cumulative impact. With all the growth pressures and infrastructure investment needed, KCPA and HVPA asks that Knoxville-Knox Planning Commission and Knox County Commission:

- Uphold the existing Sector Plans by applying the plans and guidelines to land use decisions, without assuming that what the updated General Plan will have until it is agreed to and adopted.

- Deliberate about if a request should be approved based on the big picture of the area - what is the availability of public services and utilities in the are, and how the land use decision will impact the characteristics identified as important in the Sector Plan

- Apply the requirements of the zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations to rezonings and Use on Reviews. With Use on Review applications, carefully consider character and adverse impact to neighbors, as impacts are more acutely felt in a more densely populated county.

- Look for opportunities where land use decisions can further projects already identified in sector plans, such as parks, greenways, new schools, or transportation projects
View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211207200027.pdf
Kevin
37918
12-A-21-UR
Kevin (37918), December 7, 2021 at 8:01 PM
There is a lot of Hardin Valley development activity on the December 2021 Planning Commission agenda. In front of Planning Commission this week are 3 rezonings and 3 residential development plans that have significant impact. These, plus the cumulative rezonings over the past several years, have residents looking at the cumulative impact. With all the growth pressures and infrastructure investment needed, KCPA and HVPA asks that Knoxville-Knox Planning Commission and Knox County Commission:

- Uphold the existing Sector Plans by applying the plans and guidelines to land use decisions, without assuming that what the updated General Plan will have until it is agreed to and adopted.

- Deliberate about if a request should be approved based on the big picture of the area - what is the availability of public services and utilities in the are, and how the land use decision will impact the characteristics identified as important in the Sector Plan

- Apply the requirements of the zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations to rezonings and Use on Reviews. With Use on Review applications, carefully consider character and adverse impact to neighbors, as impacts are more acutely felt in a more densely populated county.

- Look for opportunities where land use decisions can further projects already identified in sector plans, such as parks, greenways, new schools, or transportation projects
View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211207200107.pdf
Kevin
37918
12-E-21-UR
Kevin (37918), December 7, 2021 at 8:01 PM
There is a lot of Hardin Valley development activity on the December 2021 Planning Commission agenda. In front of Planning Commission this week are 3 rezonings and 3 residential development plans that have significant impact. These, plus the cumulative rezonings over the past several years, have residents looking at the cumulative impact. With all the growth pressures and infrastructure investment needed, KCPA and HVPA asks that Knoxville-Knox Planning Commission and Knox County Commission:

- Uphold the existing Sector Plans by applying the plans and guidelines to land use decisions, without assuming that what the updated General Plan will have until it is agreed to and adopted.

- Deliberate about if a request should be approved based on the big picture of the area - what is the availability of public services and utilities in the are, and how the land use decision will impact the characteristics identified as important in the Sector Plan

- Apply the requirements of the zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations to rezonings and Use on Reviews. With Use on Review applications, carefully consider character and adverse impact to neighbors, as impacts are more acutely felt in a more densely populated county.

- Look for opportunities where land use decisions can further projects already identified in sector plans, such as parks, greenways, new schools, or transportation projects
View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211207200146.pdf
Kevin
37918
12-F-21-UR
Kevin (37918), December 7, 2021 at 8:02 PM
There is a lot of Hardin Valley development activity on the December 2021 Planning Commission agenda. In front of Planning Commission this week are 3 rezonings and 3 residential development plans that have significant impact. These, plus the cumulative rezonings over the past several years, have residents looking at the cumulative impact. With all the growth pressures and infrastructure investment needed, KCPA and HVPA asks that Knoxville-Knox Planning Commission and Knox County Commission:

- Uphold the existing Sector Plans by applying the plans and guidelines to land use decisions, without assuming that what the updated General Plan will have until it is agreed to and adopted.

- Deliberate about if a request should be approved based on the big picture of the area - what is the availability of public services and utilities in the are, and how the land use decision will impact the characteristics identified as important in the Sector Plan

- Apply the requirements of the zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations to rezonings and Use on Reviews. With Use on Review applications, carefully consider character and adverse impact to neighbors, as impacts are more acutely felt in a more densely populated county.

- Look for opportunities where land use decisions can further projects already identified in sector plans, such as parks, greenways, new schools, or transportation projects
View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211207200228.pdf
Kevin
37918
12-G-21-UR
Kevin (37918), December 7, 2021 at 8:03 PM
There is a lot of Hardin Valley development activity on the December 2021 Planning Commission agenda. In front of Planning Commission this week are 3 rezonings and 3 residential development plans that have significant impact. These, plus the cumulative rezonings over the past several years, have residents looking at the cumulative impact. With all the growth pressures and infrastructure investment needed, KCPA and HVPA asks that Knoxville-Knox Planning Commission and Knox County Commission:

- Uphold the existing Sector Plans by applying the plans and guidelines to land use decisions, without assuming that what the updated General Plan will have until it is agreed to and adopted.

- Deliberate about if a request should be approved based on the big picture of the area - what is the availability of public services and utilities in the are, and how the land use decision will impact the characteristics identified as important in the Sector Plan

- Apply the requirements of the zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations to rezonings and Use on Reviews. With Use on Review applications, carefully consider character and adverse impact to neighbors, as impacts are more acutely felt in a more densely populated county.

- Look for opportunities where land use decisions can further projects already identified in sector plans, such as parks, greenways, new schools, or transportation projects
View Attachment
https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211207200349.pdf
Mark
37938
12-F-21-RZ
Mark (37938), December 7, 2021 at 8:20 PM
We OPPOSE this rezoning. This narrow, dangerous road is already congested. We do not need more traffic and traffic accidents leaving Gordon Smith and exiting onto Norris Freeway or Andersonville Pike. We OPPOSE the devaluation of our property by putting duplexes in this area.
Lisa
37924
12-G-21-RZ
Lisa (37924), December 7, 2021 at 8:41 PM
I am writing to ask you to deny the sector plan amendment and rezoning request for this property. This parcel was explicitly excluded from the MU-SD3 area of the 2012 South Knox Sector Plan (starting at page 31; map on page 33). designation and SC is not an appropriate zone for a 1.21 acre parcel. With the required setbacks for the SC zone, there would not be enough property left to develop anything useful to the neighborhood. There is already too much depressed and under-utilized SC zoning along Alcoa Highway.
Lisa
37924
12-I-21-RZ
Lisa (37924), December 7, 2021 at 9:25 PM
Please deny this rezoning request. The development in Hardin Valley has dramatically outpaced the infrastructure needed to support it. Please uphold the sector plan and look at the cumulative effect of what you are doing instead of approving these subdivisions based on the individual parcels. This is negatively impacting taxpayers, schools, roads, the environment and Knoxville citizen's quality of life. We cannot continue down this path without permanent detrimental effects, and I hope you will have a thoughtful conversation about how to fix this problem before it is too late. There have been a lot of promises made about infrastructure improvements but there is no plan as to how to finance them. There should be a moratorium on further rezonings until this problem can be adequately addressed.
Peyton
37932
12-K-21-RZ
Peyton (37932), December 7, 2021 at 9:41 PM
The last thing Hardin Valley needs or can handle is yet another shoveled out cookie cutter neighborhood squeezed into any space developers can find. Our two lane road is already congested enough, wrecks are sky rocketing as well as traffic. Our roads simply can not handle anymore neighborhoods, and especially won't be able to handle them after Franklin Shovels out another couple hundred homes. Somebody please have the interest of the Hardin Valley community above money hungry developers for once and set an example for the community and what is actually best for it. Thank you, sincerely your West Gallaher Ferry Resident.
Janice
37920
12-A-21-SP
Janice (37920), December 7, 2021 at 10:15 PM
I am a homeowner in the Martha Washington Heights subdivision. As a property owner, I am voicing concern over the proposed rezoning case of 12-A-21-SP. I would like to request the delay of voting on the proposal for at least 180 days to give the community an opportunity to understand the impact of this development on our neighborhood in regard to safety, traffic flow, noise levels and other environmental considerations. This directly impacts our neighborhood as well as property values. To date, there has not be an opportunity to have a community meeting with the owner of the property to better understand this proposal. As an engaged community citizen, I respectfully ask that you postpone voting on this proposal in order to allow for the appropriate vetting of this important decision.
Summer
37849
12-F-21-RZ
Summer (37849), December 7, 2021 at 11:41 PM
I live nearby and this is a very dangerous intersection of Norris Freeway. The alternate traffic pattern would be to use the one lane road Gordon Smith to Andersonville pike. The Andersonville Pike intersection with Gordon Smith is equally treacherous due to being at a blind Hill. The schools are crowded and neighbors are concerned with property values in an area that is already becoming more densely populated.
Mike
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Mike (37932), December 8, 2021 at 6:23 AM
Please stop the madness. For over 30 years I've lived in beautiful Hardin Valley and watched as the unrestrained growth of subdivisions and apartment complexes has steadily degraded our quality of life. Results include schools now filled well past capacity and traffic congestion reminiscent of Northern Virginia. Yet the main ones to benefit from this blatant avarice do not even live here. Kindly have the good sense, therefore, to put a halt to new construction permits unless and until supporting infrastructure can be put in place. And for reasons stated convincingly by many others here, please don’t allow this Couch Mill rezoning request to proceed under any circumstances.
12-B-21-SU
Wil (37917), December 8, 2021 at 7:59 AM
Hanna is a fantastic business owner and truly cares about the canine population of Knoxville, TN. She goes above and beyond for those that she is working with and constantly strives to have a positive impact on the Knoxville community. I am so excited for her new business venture and definitely look forward to utilizing its services. It will bring new job opportunities, a new location to build connections in the community, and an awesome opportunity for our pets to be able to interact with other dogs in a safe environment.
12-I-21-RZ
Kim (37932), December 8, 2021 at 8:05 AM
Please uphold the zoning and land use classification in the 2016 Northwest Sector Plan.
12-B-21-SP
Kim (37932), December 8, 2021 at 8:06 AM
Please uphold the 2016 Northwest County Sector Plan.
12-K-21-RZ
Kim (37932), December 8, 2021 at 8:07 AM
Please uphold the 2016 NW County Sector Plan.
12-SA-21-C
Kim (37932), December 8, 2021 at 8:09 AM
We respectfully ask for more creativity and amenities such as a pocket park / playground to add value back to the community beyond housing.
12-A-21-UR
Kim (37932), December 8, 2021 at 8:10 AM
We respectfully ask for more creativity and amenities such as a pocket park / playground to add value back to the community beyond housing.
12-SB-21-C
Kim (37932), December 8, 2021 at 8:11 AM
We respectfully ask for more creativity and amenities such as a pocket park / playground to add value back to the community beyond housing.
12-SC-21-C
Kim (37932), December 8, 2021 at 8:12 AM
We respectfully ask for more creativity and amenities such as a pocket park / playground to add value back to the community beyond housing.
12-SD-21-C
Kim (37932), December 8, 2021 at 8:13 AM
We respectfully ask for more creativity and amenities such as a pocket park / playground to add value back to the community beyond housing.
12-SE-21-C
Kim (37932), December 8, 2021 at 8:14 AM
We respectfully ask for more creativity and amenities such as a pocket park / playground to add value back to the community beyond housing.
Shayne
37849
12-H-21-RZ
Shayne (37849), December 8, 2021 at 8:55 AM
- Some residents that this zoning could impact were not notified and due to the way the roads flow never have reason to drive by the posting sign

- Most residents I have spoken to do not want the zoning changed due to the possibility of increase traffic flow, the unlimited possibilities of the amount of units that could be placed if it is changed, decrease in property values if apartments, group homes, trailer parks are put on the property

- increase in crime rate if certain types of units are placed on the property - the neighborhood had some drug and theft issues several years ago but they have declined due to the individuals cleaning up their act, moving away, or being overcome by their addiction issues

- Although the owners have stated they have no plans for the property and seem to be nice people, they placed apartments on property they owned that is connected to this property then sold them. The owners, to my knowledge have not lived in the Bells Campground area although they do own property there. They have no stake in the neighborhood other than business ventures.

- Myself and the residents I have spoken with request the Commission follow the staff recommendations and deny the rezoning request.
Shannon
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Shannon (37932), December 8, 2021 at 8:58 AM
am Dr. Shannon Sorah and I will be working tomorrow during the meeting but would like to comment about the proposed subdivision on Couch Mill Rd, at the corner of Sam Lee. It breaks my heart to see so any farms being bulldozed to put houses there. We have lived in Hardin Valley for 14 years and have seen all of the growth. The school system and the roads are NOT capable of handling the increase in population. Adding another 500 home neighborhood is going to make traffic and the schools a nightmare. I would think that thoughtful and careful, step bu step planning would be more in order. I don’t like the "let’s just keep building and figure it out later" idea. There needs to be thought out into this and I am 100% against another neighborhood especially this one. Thank you for your consideration. I beg you to please reconsider
Cody
37917
12-B-21-SU
Cody (37917), December 8, 2021 at 9:14 AM
I believe this is a great concept and fits in quite well with the small business mindset of Knoxville. Hanna is great at what she does, so I know she'll be great at this as well. I fully support this moving forward.
Charles
37938
12-F-21-RZ
Charles (37938), December 8, 2021 at 10:13 AM
I live on Gordon Smith Road, which is a very narrow road and have lived here a very long time. I oppose the construction of multi-family units as this will increase the traffic on this road and I believe duplexes will cause the surrounding property values to decrease. I concur with my neighbors that we oppose the rezoning of this property.
Doyle
37938
12-F-21-RZ
Doyle (37938), December 8, 2021 at 10:21 AM
Please see attached letter opposing this matter.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211208102122.pdf
Micaela
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Micaela (37920), December 8, 2021 at 10:21 AM
I live in Marthe Washington Height, and I am opposed to the rezoning of the lots adjacent to our neighborhood as shopping center. Not only is there a shopping center already there with virtually all stores empty, there land adjacent is very steep and fully wooded. The grading of the land to make it suitable for building would subject the area to serious erosion, probably rapidly. The lack of woods would increase the traffic noise throughout the entire neighborhood, and possibly create traffic problems on our roads, which are not wide enough already.
Sandra
37938
12-F-21-RZ
Sandra (37938), December 8, 2021 at 10:22 AM
Please see attached letter opposing this matter.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211208102229.pdf
Jana
37938
12-F-21-RZ
Jana (37938), December 8, 2021 at 10:24 AM
Please see attached letter opposing this matter.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211208102444.pdf
12-F-21-RZ
Joy (37938), December 8, 2021 at 10:26 AM
Please see attached letter opposing this rezoning.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211208102605.pdf
Doug
37938
12-F-21-RZ
Doug (37938), December 8, 2021 at 10:33 AM
I oppose the construction of duplexes near where I live as it will decrease my property value and increase traffic. The road is very congested as it is and Norris Freeway has gotten even busier. Please vote no on this rezoning.
Kevin
37918
12-D-21-UR
Kevin (37918), December 8, 2021 at 10:56 AM
To get an idea of the hazards and issues that this Use on Review will create for adjacent residences, I ask you to take the time to visit a convenience store with a restaurant and drive-thru - perhaps a Breadbox types store. Stand outside on the property line for 15 minutes. Get an idea the amount of noise generated from vehicles. Do this before sunrise or after sunset to get an idea for how bright the site lighting is, and how often the headlights wash over you while standing there. Walk along the adjacent roads for a bit and see what the litter situation is. Then imagine if all this was happening 35 feet outside your bedroom window. Or 50 feet away from your garage. When you get home, get a tape measure out and measure and go outside - measure 35 feet from your bedroom window, or your kitchen or front door, to get an idea of how close this would be to you. There are lots of convenience stores around to try this out at. Most of us dash in and out pretty quickly. If you stand at one for 10 or 15 minutes, ask yourself at the end - was it a comfortable experience? Is this an environment that is compatible next to a residence?
Jo Dell
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Jo Dell (37920), December 8, 2021 at 10:59 AM
I hope you will deny the rezoning request and sector plan change that is being requested by Mr. Monday. I have lived in Martha Washington Heights for 38 years. Our neighborhood is very family-friendly and the homes here, while older, are very well-maintained. We have a good sense of community in this area. The Alcoa Highway work seems as though it has gone on forever and the entrance to our subdivision was closed for months. We are glad this section is finally complete; however, now it seems that our neighborhood is under siege again from development pressures, using the road work as an excuse to change zoning. The 2012 sector plan deliberately excluded this parcel at the entrance to our neighborhood from the Mixed Use District and since it is only 1.21 acres, seems very inappropriate for Shopping Center zoning. It is my understanding that some of my neighbors have approached Mr. Monday about selling the parcel to the neighborhood so we can retain the residential zoning, but he has refused. Alcoa Highway has a surplus of depressed property zoned for Shopping Center use, so we don't need to add any more to this. This parcel is zoned residential and does not front Alcoa Highway. Instead, it fronts Dresser Road as it approaches Mt. Vernon Drive and could just as easily be developed as residential. Please honor the work put into the 2012 Sector Plan by planning staff as well as our community, and deny this rezoning.
Dick
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Dick (37932), December 8, 2021 at 11:14 AM
As a resident of Marietta Church Road for the last 29 years, I request that the Knox County Planning Commission NOT APPROVE this case as submitted. I believe that the Planning Commission should comply with recommendations in the 2016 Northwest Sector Plan for developments in the Hardin Valley area until any future revision of that plan is approved. The attached file lists some of those recommendations. The large size of this parcel will add greatly to road traffic and school congestion even at 2 du per acre. I suggest no more than 1 du per acre for this case and road improvements per the 2019 Mobility Plan to be in place before approval.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211208111442.pdf
Dick
37932
12-K-21-RZ
Dick (37932), December 8, 2021 at 11:26 AM
As a resident of Marietta Church Road for the last 29 years, I request that the Knox County Planning Commission NOT APPROVE this case as submitted. I believe that the Planning Commission should comply with recommendations in the 2016 Northwest Sector Plan for developments in the Hardin Valley area until any future revision of that plan is approved.

Per page 48 of the 2016 NW County Sector Plan, one of the major concerns in Hardin Valley is limited road connectivity, especially the negative impact of 'cul-de-sac style residential neighborhoods' on traffic capacity. The Plan recommendation states:"Cul-de-sacs should be avoided where possible, and connectivity for the road network should be conditioned as new neighborhoods develop to alleviate traffic on Hardin Valley and maintain a well-connected street network."

The 2016 Plan also recommends that “Conservation subdivisions should be recommended to allow for development to occur while maintaining the rural character of the community, and providing assets such as farms, parks, greenways, and forested areas.”

Therefore, I request that the Planning Commission comply with the 2016 Northwest Sector Plan until there is substantial progress on roadway projects outlined in the 2019 Mobility plan and/or until the 2016 Northwest Sector Plan is replaced with an update.

Allowing residential developments at no more than 2 dwelling units per acre could be one way to proceed with future requests.
12-G-21-RZ
Tom (rnon ), December 8, 2021 at 11:29 AM
As a MWH resident for over 30 years I would request a vote against reszoning case 12G 21 RZ. We had to witness the desolation of our forested entrance for a new road. Now you want to add commercilization at that entrance. There are plenty of empty buildings usable to the south. Why brin this up at Christmas. Did you think we were asleep. Enough is enough.
Dick
37932
12-A-21-UR
Dick (37932), December 8, 2021 at 11:36 AM
As a resident of Marietta Church Road for the last 29 years, I request that the Knox County Planning Commission NOT APPROVE this case as submitted. I believe that the Planning Commission should comply with recommendations in the 2016 Northwest Sector Plan for developments in the Hardin Valley area until any future revision of that plan is approved - please see the attached file for specific recommendations from that 2016 Plan. Specifically, I believe the Marietta Church Road improvements listed in the 2019 Mobility Plan should be completed before adding more traffic from a Buttermilk Road development,
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211208113626.pdf
Joe & Patsy
37938
12-F-21-RZ
Joe & Patsy (37938), December 8, 2021 at 11:43 AM
My wife and I oppose this rezoning, as do the greatest majority of the citizens who live along Emory Road, Norris Freeway, Gordon Smith Road, and Andersonville Pike. The traffic has become unbearable, we often find it difficult to even pull out on to any of these roads due to the great increase in traffic. The amount of accidents in this area have increased as well. We do not need, nor do we want, more housing built in our area. When it takes 15 or 20 minutes just to get from the intersection of Norris Freeway and Emory Road, to the interstate, or from that intersection into Fountain City, something is wrong. Traffic is backing up on all of these roads, going into and out of Halls, and now someone thinks more housing is needed? We say no! NO!
Dick
37932
12-E-21-UR
Dick (37932), December 8, 2021 at 11:47 AM
As a resident of Marietta Church Road for the last 29 years, I request that the Knox County Planning Commission NOT APPROVE this case as submitted. I believe that the Planning Commission should comply with recommendations in the 2016 Northwest Sector Plan for developments in the Hardin Valley area until any future revision of that plan is approved - please see the attached file for specifics from the 2016 Plan. In addition, the improvements to Marietta Church Road listed in the 2019 Mobility Plan should be completed before traffic from this development is added.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211208114707.pdf
Dick
37932
12-G-21-UR
Dick (37932), December 8, 2021 at 11:56 AM
As a resident of Marietta Church Road for the last 29 years, I request that the Knox County Planning Commission NOT APPROVE this case as submitted. I believe that the Planning Commission should comply with recommendations in the 2016 Northwest Sector Plan for developments in the Hardin Valley area until any future revision of that plan is approved -- please see the attached file for specifics from the 2016 Plan.
This case file expects an additional 1000 vehicle trips per day on Marietta Church Road, so the improvements to Marietta Church Road listed in the 2019 Mobility Plan should be completed before traffic from this added.
 
Better yet, reduce the DU per acre further to reduce future traffic load.

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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211208115600.pdf
12-G-21-RZ
Nan (37920), December 8, 2021 at 11:59 AM
I am writing in opposition to the vote to rezone this parcel from Residential to Shopping Center. This property now exists in its current "state" only because of the filling of the ravine to allow for the Alcoa Hwy Bridge/access road project(s). This property adjoins the back yards of some of our residents. There is currently commercial property vacant and available on both sides of Alcoa Hwy that could be repurposed that is already available for commercial use without destroying what little green space that remains. The Dresser Road/access road contains remnants of Court South, Hardees, Pilot Convenience store and other unsightly areas that are abandoned and unmaintained. I do not think a new shopping center zone would help with the appearance to the entrance of our neighborhood and would likely just create more unsightly space and dangerous traffic congestion. Traffic, blind turns, and related noise and congestion would detract from our neighborhood which has historically been quiet and nature oriented having been an unofficial bird sanctuary for years. I would like to request your vote against rezoning this property. Thank you.
Leslie
37932
12-K-21-RZ
Leslie (37932), December 8, 2021 at 12:08 PM
The infrastructure in this area is beyond the breaking point. Adding 100 more houses on two-lane Hickory Creek Road is just overwhelming. In addition to the traffic issue, I'm sure you are also aware of the schools over-crowding. Please deny this zoning change or at least reduce the number of units allowed per acre. Thank you.
John
37920
12-G-21-RZ
John (37920), December 8, 2021 at 12:18 PM
-Seems like the Commission would want to wait until the Small Area Study of this Alcoa Hwy Corridor was completed (early 2022) before granting this additional damaging change to the neighborhood. Would have better data to work with.-Many neighbors are in favor of adding residential mass to the corridor area, so the existing blighted commercial areas can be rehabilitated. This change would go in the opposite direction.
Charles
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Charles (37920), December 8, 2021 at 12:26 PM
I oppose the rezoning request. There is plenty of abandoned shopping center space already present on Dresser Road. Please renovate and use it instead. This lot is at the front of neighborhood's main entrance. I think having green space there instead of a commercial establishment looks much better and adds to the more value of the neighborhood and its homes.
Charles
37920
12-A-21-SP
Charles (37920), December 8, 2021 at 12:26 PM
I oppose the rezoning request. There is plenty of abandoned shopping center space already present on Dresser Road. Please renovate and use it instead. This lot is at the front of neighborhood's main entrance. I think having green space there instead of a commercial establishment looks much better and adds to the more value of the neighborhood and its homes.
Susan
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Susan (37920), December 8, 2021 at 12:44 PM
I am in opposition to the rezoning of the property at the entrance of Martha Washington Heights. I am a resident of MWH.
Susan
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Susan (37920), December 8, 2021 at 12:44 PM
I am in opposition to the rezoning of the property at the entrance of Martha Washington Heights. I am a resident of MWH.
Chris
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Chris (37920), December 8, 2021 at 12:47 PM
As a resident of Martha Washington Heights, I speak in opposition of the proposed rezoning of the property at the entrance to our neighborhood.
Darla
12-I-21-RZ
Darla November 29, 2021 at 5:26 AM
I am writing in opposition to the development request made by Safe Harbor Residential, file # 12-I-21-RZ. This request is for more residential construction in Hardin Valley. Hardin Valley has become over-built in recent years. Houses being built are very large and alike. The roads are being destroyed by heavy trucks and equipment. The beautiful scenery has been destroyed. Developers have not made any replacements for the trees they destroy to built. Wild life are losing their homes. The schools are over crowed. The bus drivers can't keep up. These roads are not made for this volume of traffic. We now have a trash problem along the sides of the older roads. If development is the only option being considered, a handicap accessible park should be considered. The hundreds of families new to the area would have a beautiful park, with tree and flowers and birds, those with mobility issues would have a safe place to enjoy the outdoors. I encourage you deny the request to make this housing development.
Sarah
37932
12-B-21-SP
Sarah (37932), December 8, 2021 at 1:02 PM
100% DO NOT AGREE WITH THIS!!! The whole purpose that people want to move here use to be because it was a quiet and country community. Now it is jammed packed full of homes that barely have an acre to it and the roadways are absolutely congested. Our schools (that are pretty much brand new) are already over packed and you want to add more homes that are just going to clog up our schools more and roadways and take away the country side and farmland we do have. Instead focus right now needs to be a safer car line waiting area widen roads, and maybe a park down here in Hardin Valley. The people that are buying up land and putting Crackerjack homes in need to stop and go elsewhere. I believe they have worn out their welcome with the locals that have lived here longer than they have been building!!!!!
Rhonda
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Rhonda (37920), December 8, 2021 at 1:04 PM
I am in direct opposition for the property at the entrance of Martha Washington Heights Alcoa Highway entrance to be rezoned from residential to Shopping Center. As it is we have lost a good portion of our entrance to the overall Alcoa Highway Road Project. I would highly recommend the alternative action of revitalizing the existing buildings beginning with the Southgate Shopping Center and proceeding to the abandoned Pilot on the east side of the highway as a more efficient and cost effective measure. Additionally, the community has already lost the designated bird sanctuary at the front of the subdivision and a multitude of other wild animals to the highway project. The continued environmental impact would ultimately be devastating to the animals that make our community their home. I would also recommend the revitalization of the businesses/buildings existing on the west side of Alcoa Highway as well.
Kevin
37918
12-I-21-RZ
Kevin (37918), December 8, 2021 at 1:04 PM
For this item, a Use on Review / Concept Plan has been filed for the January 2020 Planning Commission Meeting (1-D-22-UR / 1-SA-22-C). I requested a copy of the plan filed, which has a note that it has not been reviewed or finalized.

It depicts 393 total lots for the Couch Mill property. Under Rural Residential Land Use Classification, for Planned Residential zones are allowed if "dwellings are clustered in one portion of the subdivision". The Sector Plan does not have criteria stated for what that requires. You will have to determine if this meets a threshold of dwellings clustered in one portion of the subdivision. We encourage you to lean on Planning staff for their expert opinions.

The submitted site plan is relevant because this shows the intent and impact of the rezoning density on the concept plan. A relevant question for you is: If it is zoned at 3 du/ac, can an applicant actually construct a design that clusters dwelling on one portion of the subdivision? Or does authorizing 3 du/ac create a situation where an applicant is incentivized to over-develop a property which is in conflict with the Sector Plan?
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211208130429.pdf
12-A-21-SNC
Lee (37923), November 14, 2021 at 5:33 PM
The double crossing of Venice on Sanders road is confusing. Changing the name of this section of the road into my subdivision 8is a good idea.
Scott
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Scott (37920), December 8, 2021 at 1:08 PM
I am in direct opposition for the property at the entrance of Martha Washington Heights Alcoa Highway entrance to be rezoned from residential to Shopping Center. As it is we have lost a good portion of our entrance to the overall Alcoa Highway Road Project. I would highly recommend the alternative action of revitalizing the existing buildings beginning with the Southgate Shopping Center and proceeding to the abandoned Pilot on the east side of the highway as a more efficient and cost-effective measure. Additionally, the community has already lost the designated bird sanctuary at the front of the subdivision and a multitude of other wild animals to the highway project. The continued environmental impact would ultimately be devastating to the animals that make our community their home. I would also recommend the revitalization of the businesses/buildings existing on the west side of Alcoa Highway as well.
Lauren
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Lauren (37932), December 8, 2021 at 2:02 PM
I am opposed to this development. Even at the recommended 2 dwellings per acre it would have a negative impact on local infrastructure. Couch Mill is a narrow country road that already sees more traffic than it was designed for. The new improvements to the Hardin Valley/Pellissippi interchange have not improved traffic flow on eastbound Hardin Valley Road. Additionally, it should be assumed that families with school-age children are the most likely buyers in any new development in Hardin Valley. The schools are already exceeding capacity or expected to within the next 2 years in the case of HVMS. There simply are not enough classrooms to support the current growth rate. Infrastructure must be the priority before more developments can be approved!
William
37920
12-G-21-RZ
William (37920), December 8, 2021 at 2:13 PM
It would seem the request for rezoning would diminish greatly the peace and tranquility of the. Martha Washington heights homeowners. It also would seem totally unnecessary with all the properties already unoccupied down the street in a state of wasting away.Please do not undermine the integrity of this beautiful old and active community.
Margaret
37932
12-B-21-SP
Margaret (37932), December 8, 2021 at 2:15 PM
I oppose 12-B-21-SP. I oppose this and all development like it in Hardin Valley. The schools are over crowded. The roads cannot handle the traffic now. There are no parks or greenways in Hardin Valley. What could have been developed in a manner similar to Farragut has been developed with no one in mind except those who will profit financially.
Diane
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Diane (37920), December 8, 2021 at 2:18 PM
This is my second comment, due to I feel like I have so much to say.First, why did Mr Monday do this now? At the Holidays? Thinking we would just roll over and not notice amidst the holidays? Everyone, every family and child busy?
 
We are just waking up, we as Martha Washington Heights are just trying to get the news out! We are just wanting to save our little green acre! Please come to this space, see the desolate abandoned businesses up and down both sides of the new interstate Alcoa Hwy. Give us our one remaining little peace PEACE of greenery. Seems like this whole process is so sided to favor the developer while the little guy has to really stand up and fight to be heard. While all along, living and raising families and trying to stay healthy ect. a Mr Monday can just decide to change our world over here so easily. It is not right. Once again I beg of you to vote against this re zone. Seems like it should be required by said developer to meet with adjoining neighborhood to discuss plans? Again , the system is geared to favor developer. He will not even tell us his plans. My plan, our neighborhood plans are to keep our little green acre.
 
Vote NO.
Margaret
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Margaret (37932), December 8, 2021 at 2:23 PM
I oppose 12-1-21 RZ. This area is already overcrowded. No real organized, thoughtful planning has taken place in Hardin Valley as can be clearly seen driving in the area. The roads cannot handle the traffic now and more housing adds more traffic. The schools are overcrowded. There are no parks and no greenways. Please establish a moratorium on building until a real plan for development is done.
Penny
37932
12-B-21-SP
Penny (37932), December 8, 2021 at 2:32 PM
This property is not in the Planned Growth Area of the Northwest County Sector Plan and should not even be up for discussion to rezone. It is zoned Agricultural and Hillside Protection. It should stay as such until Hardin Valley has a new growth plan. The developer’s option should be 1 du/acre. What benefit does the proposed development offer to the community of Hardin Valley? That is a serious question.
Jason
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Jason (37932), November 19, 2021 at 8:52 PM
I am working to express my concern with the proposed rezoning of this parcel to 3 dwellings per acre. As a resident of the area surrounding this land, I can recognize that the existing infrastructure in this area cannot support a development of this density without significant improvement prior to any additional housing being built. The available access on Couch Mill Road should be significantly worked to support the additional tragic from this proposed development. Alternatively, the density of this rezoning could be reduced to 1 dwelling per acre which would strain but not break the current infrastructure. Please consider sustainable development principles when considering the rezoning of this land.
Dennis
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Dennis (37932), December 8, 2021 at 2:41 PM
My wife and I purchased 24 acres of land in Hardin Valley about five years ago and developed it for our retirement mini-farm. If we would have understood the completely uncontrolled growth of subdivisions that was to occur over the past five years and into the future, we would have made a different decision regarding where we would have purchased land and built our retirement home. It appears that the County Commission has no vision of what Hardin Valley could look like with appropriate planned growth of residential and commercial properties and the infrastructure necessary to support such growth. The roads and schools have already been completely overwhelmed by the growth in subdivisions that are already completed, and already approved subdivisions that are just now beginning to be constructed will make the situation even worse. My wife and I are completely opposed to rezoning for more subdivisions of any kind until the County Commission commits significant dollars to support growth of the infrastructure to serve more residents. We urge the Commission to place a moratorium on the construction of any more subdivisions in Hardin Valley until roads, utility systems, and schools can be built to support such growth.
Chris
37920
12-G-21-RZ
Chris (37920), December 8, 2021 at 2:48 PM
I want to echo the well written words of my many neighbors in MWH and cordially request this development be vetoed.

I have lived here 10 years and the green nature of the neighborhood is what makes it so great! I also agree with others on points regarding the unoccupied businesses very close by. Why rezone that space when there has been unoccupied businesses close by the whole decade I have beenhere.
Penny
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Penny (37932), December 8, 2021 at 2:55 PM

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Dennis
37932
12-B-21-SP
Dennis (37932), December 8, 2021 at 2:56 PM
My wife and I are opposed to the rezoning of any more property in Hardin Valley for the construction of more Ball Homes subdivisions. Ball Homes has destroyed hundreds of acres of beautiful rolling farmland by removing every tree on the properties that they purchase, moving tons of dirt to create terraces for their concrete slab houses, building small homes with little storage on postage stamp size lots that have virtually no landscaping. Ball Homes already has so many acres of subdivisions under construction that it will take years for them to fully build out what they already have. In the meantime, their projects have resulted in roads, schools, and other infrastructure to be undersized for the growth that has occurred in number of residents. It is past time for the County Commission to put a moratorium on any future subdivisions in Hardin Valley until it dedicates the dollars necessary to support the infrastructure necessary for such growth. This moratorium should definitely occur for any future Ball Homes. Please oppose this rezoning.
Rebekah
37931
12-I-21-RZ
Rebekah (37931), December 8, 2021 at 2:57 PM
I oppose. Enough is enough.
Shane
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Shane (37932), December 8, 2021 at 2:59 PM
Thank you for receiving my comments and offering the opportunity to provide input on case 12-I-21-RZ – Hardin Valley Rd. It is clear that Hardin Valley is experiencing an unprecedented volume of development in Knox Co., so my comments are intended to transcend just a specific property. Public data and visual observations are proof there is present overcrowding in Hardin Valley Schools, and traffic volumes that drastically exceed current level of service for all roadways, and utility infrastructure needs that exceed current capabilities. My request is to immediately pause or delay all planned developments until public officials, engineers, and the general public can establish adequate urban planning through a democratic process. This should include comprehensive traffic pattern studies and right-of-way design, greenways and public space considerations, zone-based architectural guidelines, erosion and hydraulic master planning (including waterway no-rise certifications for developers), assurance that utility providers can meet future demand and fire flows for both residential and commercial consumers, and a comprehensive plan to address overcrowding in all Hardin Valley Schools (not just the elementary school). This has become a matter of public safety due to stressing the capabilities of the current infrastructure with no future plans to address the issues.
Rebekah
37931
12-B-21-SP
Rebekah (37931), December 8, 2021 at 3:00 PM
I oppose. Enough is enough.
Emily
37931
12-I-21-RZ
Emily (37931), December 8, 2021 at 3:04 PM
As a current resident of Hardin Valley, I object to the proposed rezoning. When I moved to Hardin Valley ten years ago, it was a quiet country community. Since I arrived, the rural character of our community has been lost to cookie-cutter developments and roads stretched past capacity. Please reject this zoning change or at least reduce the number of units allowed per acre to preserve the integrity to our community and our greatest resource—our schools.
Emily
37931
12-K-21-RZ
Emily (37931), December 8, 2021 at 3:06 PM
Ball Homes is a blight upon Hardin Valley. As a current resident of Hardin Valley, I object to the proposed rezoning. When I moved to Hardin Valley ten years ago, it was a quiet country community. Since I arrived, the rural character of our community has been lost to cookie-cutter developments and roads stretched past capacity. Please reject this zoning change or at least reduce the number of units allowed per acre to preserve the integrity to our community and our greatest resource—our schools.
Kevin
37918
12-I-21-RZ
Kevin (37918), December 8, 2021 at 3:28 PM
Please see the attached petition from Hardin Valley Planning Advocates with 355 signatures requesting to:

A. Uphold the existing Sector Plans by applying the plans and guidelines to land use decisions, without assuming that what the updated General Plan will have until it is agreed to and adopted.

B. Ask if a request should be approved based on the big picture of the area - what is the availability of public services and utilities in the are, and how the land use decision will impact the characteristics identified as important in the Sector Plan

C. Apply the requirements of the zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations to rezonings and Use on Reviews. With Use on Review applications, carefully consider character and adverse impact to neighbors, as impacts are more acutely felt in a more densely populated county.

D. Look for opportunities where land use decisions can further projects already identified in sector plans, such as parks, greenways, new schools, or transportation projects

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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211208152835.pdf
Kevin
37918
12-B-21-SP
Kevin (37918), December 8, 2021 at 3:30 PM
Please see the attached petition from Hardin Valley Planning Advocates with 355 signatures requesting to:

A. Uphold the existing Sector Plans by applying the plans and guidelines to land use decisions, without assuming that what the updated General Plan will have until it is agreed to and adopted.

B. Ask if a request should be approved based on the big picture of the area - what is the availability of public services and utilities in the are, and how the land use decision will impact the characteristics identified as important in the Sector Plan

C. Apply the requirements of the zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations to rezonings and Use on Reviews. With Use on Review applications, carefully consider character and adverse impact to neighbors, as impacts are more acutely felt in a more densely populated county.

D. Look for opportunities where land use decisions can further projects already identified in sector plans, such as parks, greenways, new schools, or transportation projects

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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211208153022.pdf
Kevin
37918
12-E-21-UR
Kevin (37918), December 8, 2021 at 3:31 PM
Please see the attached petition from Hardin Valley Planning Advocates with 355 signatures requesting to:

A. Uphold the existing Sector Plans by applying the plans and guidelines to land use decisions, without assuming that what the updated General Plan will have until it is agreed to and adopted.

B. Ask if a request should be approved based on the big picture of the area - what is the availability of public services and utilities in the are, and how the land use decision will impact the characteristics identified as important in the Sector Plan

C. Apply the requirements of the zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations to rezonings and Use on Reviews. With Use on Review applications, carefully consider character and adverse impact to neighbors, as impacts are more acutely felt in a more densely populated county.

D. Look for opportunities where land use decisions can further projects already identified in sector plans, such as parks, greenways, new schools, or transportation projects

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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211208153151.pdf
Kimberly
3772
12-B-21-SU
Kimberly ( 3772), November 23, 2021 at 5:26 PM
I have known Ms. Boyer since she was a little girl. She is an upstanding young lady in our community and has been successful with her dog training business and will strive to succeed with The Bark. She's bringing something to Knoxville that is much needed, other cities have something similar and people are flocking to them to spend time with their Fur Baby(ies). The Bark will only help bring revenue to Knoxville.
Kevin
37918
12-A-21-UR
Kevin (37918), December 8, 2021 at 3:33 PM
Please see the attached petition from Hardin Valley Planning Advocates with 355 signatures requesting to:

A. Uphold the existing Sector Plans by applying the plans and guidelines to land use decisions, without assuming that what the updated General Plan will have until it is agreed to and adopted.

B. Ask if a request should be approved based on the big picture of the area - what is the availability of public services and utilities in the are, and how the land use decision will impact the characteristics identified as important in the Sector Plan

C. Apply the requirements of the zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations to rezonings and Use on Reviews. With Use on Review applications, carefully consider character and adverse impact to neighbors, as impacts are more acutely felt in a more densely populated county.

D. Look for opportunities where land use decisions can further projects already identified in sector plans, such as parks, greenways, new schools, or transportation projects

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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211208153348.pdf
Kevin
37918
12-F-21-UR
Kevin (37918), December 8, 2021 at 3:34 PM
Please see the attached petition from Hardin Valley Planning Advocates with 355 signatures requesting to:

A. Uphold the existing Sector Plans by applying the plans and guidelines to land use decisions, without assuming that what the updated General Plan will have until it is agreed to and adopted.

B. Ask if a request should be approved based on the big picture of the area - what is the availability of public services and utilities in the are, and how the land use decision will impact the characteristics identified as important in the Sector Plan

C. Apply the requirements of the zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations to rezonings and Use on Reviews. With Use on Review applications, carefully consider character and adverse impact to neighbors, as impacts are more acutely felt in a more densely populated county.

D. Look for opportunities where land use decisions can further projects already identified in sector plans, such as parks, greenways, new schools, or transportation projects

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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211208153423.pdf
Alissa
37912
12-B-21-SU
Alissa (37912), November 24, 2021 at 7:14 AM
I am a homeowner in Fountain City, which is an easy 5-7 minute drive to Old North Knox. My friends and I have grown quite fond of spending our weekends supporting local businesses (The Donut Shop, Xul, WildLove, Barrelhouse by Gypsy, etc.) in the Old North area. Knoxville is an incredibly dog-friendly city, and having the option to socialize with friends and bringing your pup along for a leash less adventure at The Bark sounds like an excellent idea. Nearby large cities have these businesses (Nashville, Asheville, Chattanooga, etc.) and they have proven to be quite popular and successful. I predict this business model to be incredibly popular for Knoxvillians in their 20s and 30s especially. On a personal note, I have had the privilege of getting to know Hanna as a friend and through her dog training skills with my own recently adopted pup. Hanna is one of the hardest working people I know, with fierce tenacity and wisdom far beyond her years. I predict this new business venture to be successful for her, and I hope Knoxville will support this young entrepreneur.
Kevin
37918
12-G-21-UR
Kevin (37918), December 8, 2021 at 3:34 PM
Please see the attached petition from Hardin Valley Planning Advocates with 355 signatures requesting to:

A. Uphold the existing Sector Plans by applying the plans and guidelines to land use decisions, without assuming that what the updated General Plan will have until it is agreed to and adopted.

B. Ask if a request should be approved based on the big picture of the area - what is the availability of public services and utilities in the are, and how the land use decision will impact the characteristics identified as important in the Sector Plan

C. Apply the requirements of the zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations to rezonings and Use on Reviews. With Use on Review applications, carefully consider character and adverse impact to neighbors, as impacts are more acutely felt in a more densely populated county.

D. Look for opportunities where land use decisions can further projects already identified in sector plans, such as parks, greenways, new schools, or transportation projects

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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211208153448.pdf
Gary
12-G-21-RZ
Gary December 8, 2021 at 3:34 PM
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211208153420.pdf
Priscilla
37917
12-B-21-SU
Priscilla (37917), November 24, 2021 at 10:49 AM
My family (and pups) are super excited about the idea for The Bark. (Not sure why it wasn't thought of sooner!) We think this is a great idea for the community and we are excited to see it hopefully come to fruition.
Joyce
37919
12-D-21-UR
Joyce (37919), December 8, 2021 at 3:39 PM
I'm opposed to approval of this application. This is not an appropriate use of CN property. There's no way there won't be substantial noise and light pollution emanating from this property, causing an extreme adverse impact on surrounding residential properties.
Kevin
37918
12-SC-21-C
Kevin (37918), December 8, 2021 at 3:46 PM
The Subdivision Regulations have a Street Connectivity requirement (3.04.C) stating that an interconnected street system is an important component of sound neighborhood development. The section goes on to spell out requirements to provide connections to adjacent undivided tracts of land, and to connect.

At this meeting you have two adjacent pieces of land - Vining Mill and Briggs Station. It appears that the end of English Ivy Lane on Vining Mill is near the eastern cul-de-sac for Briggs Station. These two should be connected together, allowing residents to move between the developments, bike, and connect. It could keep some traffic off of primary external roads. Connections build community.

It is rare that TWO adjacent Concept Plans are on your agenda at the same time. KCPA requests that you ask the applicants for modification to connect the two developments and postpone if necessary.
Kevin
37918
12-SD-21-C
Kevin (37918), December 8, 2021 at 3:47 PM
The Subdivision Regulations have a Street Connectivity requirement (3.04.C) stating that an interconnected street system is an important component of sound neighborhood development. The section goes on to spell out requirements to provide connections to adjacent undivided tracts of land, and to connect.

At this meeting you have two adjacent pieces of land - Vining Mill and Briggs Station. It appears that the end of English Ivy Lane on Vining Mill is near the eastern cul-de-sac for Briggs Station. These two should be connected together, allowing residents to move between the developments, bike, and connect. It could keep some traffic off of primary external roads. Connections build community.

It is rare that TWO adjacent Concept Plans are on your agenda at the same time. KCPA requests that you ask the applicants for modification to connect the two developments and postpone if necessary.
Hannah
37917
12-B-21-SU
Hannah (37917), November 25, 2021 at 12:36 AM
I'm writing to voice my support for the special use request at 601 Lamar St. The Bark will be an excellent addition to our neighborhood and local small business community.
Joanna
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Joanna (37932), November 26, 2021 at 4:53 PM
Are you out of your minds? I know that greed rules the day, but you have got to be kidding about this. 390 houses on this little strip of road? 390 houses plus at least that many more cars in Hardin Valley? How many more kids can you cram into the schools? We've taken our kids out of HV schools because of severe overcrowding. Obviously you don't live in this part of town. It is horrific on a good day. Just stop. Also, I live on Couch Mill Rd and will be impacted severely by this. You all should be ashamed for even allowing this subdivision to make it to this stage. Get your heads out of your butts and see what this uncontrolled destruction of Hardin Valley is doing to this area.
Seth
12-F-21-RZ
Seth December 8, 2021 at 4:05 PM
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April
12-F-21-RZ
April December 8, 2021 at 4:08 PM
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Kameron
12-F-21-RZ
Kameron December 8, 2021 at 4:09 PM
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Scarlett
12-F-21-RZ
Scarlett December 8, 2021 at 4:09 PM
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Robert
37849
12-H-21-RZ
Robert (37849), December 8, 2021 at 6:22 PM
I was never notified of this rezone request as I think I should have been since this property joins mine. I heard about it through my close neighbors.My property would be highly impacted due to runoff. Our roads in the neighborhood are already overly crowded. Rezoning of this property would destroy for the most part what is a nice neighborhood. All due to GREED! I request denial of rezone for the good of this neighborhood.
Elaine
37848
12-H-21-RZ
Elaine (37848), December 8, 2021 at 6:53 PM
To my knowledge the people who live on Cruze Dr. were not notified of any rezoning.Although we do not live on BellsCamp Gr. the back of the property will be right in our back door. We have very narrow roads in this neighborhood. No one has said what the property will be used for. Everyone I have talked to doesn’t want more apartments, trailer parks or other housing in the neighborhood so I vote no rezoning this property
James
37849
12-H-21-RZ
James (37849), December 8, 2021 at 7:24 PM
I was born & raised here on bells camp ground seen alot of things on this property good & bad! Don’t want all traffic up & down the road! I vote NO! You have to hold your breath when you pull out of the driveway now! Thanks!
Stephanie
37938
12-F-21-RZ
Stephanie (37938), December 8, 2021 at 7:29 PM
I live off of hill rd which is backed up during school traffic and have no choice but to turn left on Andersonville and cut across Gordon smith to get to my destination. With the schools so over filled already and traffic a nightmare I do not think adding in more houses to this rd would be a good idea. In fact wrecks happen quite often in the curb across from tindels as it is very difficult to see already.
Steve
37932
12-K-21-RZ
Steve (37932), December 8, 2021 at 9:04 PM
I would ask that the Planning Commission would deny this request and any other request for more development in Hardin Valley and allow developments already under construction to be completed and see the impact on the area before approving more development. Our roads and schools are already overcrowded and I’m afraid we are over building Hardin Valley. I would like to propose that Legacy Parks looks at some area in Hardin Valley to preserve for future generations before we lose the whole valley.
Michael
37938
12-F-21-RZ
Michael (37938), November 29, 2021 at 2:25 PM
We (me, my wife, my father) OPPOSE The construction of multi-family units being built so close to our home, There is already dangerous traffic on that road and Gordon Smith is very narrow. We want to KEEP our area As country and rural as possible. We do not want this built. Duplexes will DEVALUE all surrounding property.
Finley
on RD
12-D-21-UR
Finley (on RD), December 8, 2021 at 9:06 PM
I’m 67 years old. I have lived on Johnson about all my life. When they built Amherst school a few years ago. I hear the the noise even with my tv on. They’re are times we can’t get out or in our drive way. When they built the four lane we hear all the noise from hot rod ding kids or grown ups doing dough nuts in the crossing of Johnson and New Schadd rd. There head lights flash in our house. All the hot toddlers trying to spin their tires wreck going there motors and big trucks. With all the fumes it’s hard for me to even go outside. I’m on 0/2 24-7. I can’t imagine what all fumes will do to me. You see I have COPD chronic asthma chronic bronchitis I have respiratory failure what would all these fumes do to me and I can only take so much. That would put me on my death bed. What’s my life worth less then a store. It’s only going to get worst with the store with all the lights shining into my house. All the noise and music. How about using those sound cameras like Cumberland ave has … would that help. No it wouldn’t in my case. Enough noise and lights from the four lane fumes would put me in a early grave. Is this store going to take care of family. We all know the answer to that???

Please consider my wife and my health by not putting in this store here next to my home. My wife also has cancer. Thank you
Mark
39732
12-I-21-RZ
Mark (39732), December 8, 2021 at 9:06 PM
Our family is adamantly opposed to the approval of this subdivision based on safety, school, wildlife and infrastructure concerns for the community.
Our property is on Caspian Drive and is the first road turning onto Sam Lee Rd after the location of the 400 house development. Many construction vehicles i.e. dump trucks, log trucks, construction delivery trucks cannot even stay in their lane since the roads are too narrow. Many people will likely be hurt or killed with the additional traffic.
 
The local wildlife has already been endangered and disrupted by out-of-control building. Coyotes and other dangerous animals which usually stay far from homes have had their homes turned into neighborhoods and have began to show aggressive and harmful behavior toward people and pets in our community.
 
My house and 2 of our neighbors have had floods inside and outside our homes causing thousands in damages to our our properties. Our home had plumbing ruptures that resulted in a $100,000 property loss and having to be displaced to an apartment for 7 months. All of this is due to pressure increases for the new 40 house neighborhood built below our property.
All large and dense developments should be halted until all the safety, school, wildlife and infrastructure concerns are addressed in a thorough plan accounts for current and future needs of our community.

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Leslie
37917
12-B-21-SU
Leslie (37917), November 29, 2021 at 3:51 PM
I think The Bark will be an amazing addition to the downtown community! Knoxville is such a dog friendly city and there isn’t anything like this in the area. With so many people moving downtown, having a doggie daycare will be a HUGE service to downtown and north Knoxville residents. I know I personally plan on sending my dogs there! Plus, I can have a beer with my dog after work? Sounds fantastic!
JOSH
37919
12-B-21-SU
JOSH (37919), November 29, 2021 at 4:28 PM
This project looks like a great fit for any neighborhood in Knoxville. Looking forward to seeing it progress.
Ianthia
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Ianthia (37932), December 8, 2021 at 9:08 PM
Our family is adamantly opposed to the approval of this subdivision based on safety, school, wildlife and infrastructure concerns for the community. Our property is on Caspian Drive and is the first road turning onto Sam Lee Rd after the location of the 400 house development. Many construction vehicles i.e. dump trucks, log trucks, construction delivery trucks cannot even stay in their lane since the roads are too narrow. Many people will likely be hurt or killed with the additional traffic. The local wildlife has already been endangered and disrupted by out-of-control building. Coyotes and other dangerous animals which usually stay far from homes have had their homes turned into neighborhoods and have began to show aggressive and harmful behavior toward people and pets in our community. My house and 2 of our neighbors have had floods inside and outside our homes causing thousands in damages to our our properties. Our home had plumbing ruptures that resulted in a $100,000 property loss and having to be displaced to an apartment for 7 months. All of this is due to pressure increases for the new 40 house neighborhood built below our property. All large and dense developments should be halted until all the safety, school, wildlife and infrastructure concerns are addressed in a thorough plan accounts for current and future needs of our community.
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Dana
37917
12-B-21-SU
Dana (37917), November 29, 2021 at 5:54 PM
I’m so excited for the Bark to be coming to Knoxville! I think it’s such a brilliant idea and can’t wait to see it come to fruition. Once my fiancé and I get our dog next year it is doing to be the only place we will go to hang out.
Shawn
37917
12-B-21-SU
Shawn (37917), November 29, 2021 at 6:09 PM
The idea of an indoor dog park with a beer garden is an amazing idea, especially when it comes to how animal friendly Knoxville is. Hanna, who is already established as a canine crusader, is right to bring this to Knoxville. Not only will this be great for people to take their pets to gets some accessible exercise, but it will allow dog owners to come in contact with essential services like training, caretaking or just some socialization with like-minded pet owners, beer drinkers or even potential dog owners. In the small subdivision I'm in, everyone has at least a dog or two, and I couldn't think of a better opportunity that Knoxville has on our hands here.
Stephanie
37921
12-B-21-SU
Stephanie (37921), November 29, 2021 at 6:23 PM
The Bark is the perfect solution for those that avoid dog parks for safety/personal reasons, for staying warm and dry in cold or crummy weather, and for those that simply want to be social and enjoy another unique spot downtown. I've followed this business idea from its infancy and it has been incredible to see our Scruffy City rally with excitement on the news, social media, and in common conversation. I absolutely love the idea of trained professionals monitoring the play of large and small animals. Another safe, social, and fun business in downtown is a win in my books. It is also very, very exciting to see our downtown area expanding further down the N. Central, further increasing the amount of foot traffic in what, to some, might still be perceived as a rough area. I am in full support of this small business and all that they will be adding to our city. My friends (fur and human) and I cannot wait!
Kim
37917
12-B-21-SU
Kim (37917), November 29, 2021 at 7:00 PM
Hanna and her crew are amazing. The downtown sector will be nothing but lucky to have such an awesome group of people conducting business in the area! Hanna is professional, patient and already a great business owner! She will be a great asset to Knoxville’s small business owners in downtown. If you have any questions about Hanna, the bark or any of her staff please do not hesitate to reach out! Kim Weiss 931-492-0502
Kimberly
37918
12-F-21-RZ
Kimberly (37918), December 8, 2021 at 10:01 PM
I grew up in Halls, living just off Pelleaux Road. Traffic on Norris Freeway has increased exponentially with the increase of new subdivisions. Tragic vehicle accidents have taken the lives and caused life altering consequences. Gordon Smith Road is one of a few bucolic areas in Halls. Wildlife and stock animals can thrive. The addition of residential dwellings will destroy the peacefulness of the area. Please, reconsider destroying this historic area. The community is unanimous in its opposition to this development.
Zach
37917
12-B-21-SU
Zach (37917), November 29, 2021 at 9:48 PM
Excited about The Bark dog park coming to Knoxville. What a fantastic addition to the city this will be. Finally something for the dog owners and the dogs at the same time.
12-I-21-RZ
Amy (37932), December 8, 2021 at 10:14 PM
I live on Caspian Drive here in Hardin Valley and I am extremely upset that this proposed subdivision would even be considered. The sheer size of it is ridiculous especially considering the massive growth that is occurring right now and there has not been ANY changes to the infrastructure that is here. The roads are congested and the schools are absolutely overwhelmed with students now even before all the currently being constructed houses are completed. To even consider any further development in this area until major improvements to infrastructure are completed is irresponsible for anyone to remotely consider at this time. The roads are overcrowded and too narrow to support further traffic. The schools are too overcrowded to support more students. I ask that everyone vote no on this proposed subdivision and you improve the roadways and schools before this or any other new subdivisions in Hardin Valley are considered again.
Shannon
37914
12-B-21-SU
Shannon (37914), November 30, 2021 at 7:31 AM
I support this special use request on a personal and professional level.

On a personal level, Hanna and her team helped us train our recent rescue dog from Young Williams. The dog came with some aggressive behavior issues, and after 6 weeks of training with Hanna and her team, our pup was calmer and easy to be around. We live in Parkridge, and The Bark would serve a great need to have dog boarding, grooming, and play opportunities in the central city area without having to drive so far from the neighborhood.

I lived on 3rd and Luttrell in 2006 - 2007, and at that time there were not a lot of businesses/ services adjacent to the neighborhood. This will contribute to the other businesses that have opened nearby.

From a professional perspective, I am an architect, and support adaptive reuse of existing buildings. There are many lots/ buildings in that area that could use new businesses to bring activity and services for the community. Adaptive reuse is a valuable tool to reduce the effects of climate change. Using this existing building for a new business also aligns with the city's sustainability goals.
Nadine
37932
12-K-21-RZ
Nadine (37932), December 8, 2021 at 11:52 PM
I absolutely object to this proposed plan for Ball Homes. As a resident of Hardin Valley for over 20 years, I have seen this area slowly become crowded and congested with houses that might as well touch one another and no real road space for all the traffic that was coming in. The space for animals and farmland that once was overflowing has now reached a minimum, to a point where roadkill is seen almost every day, and this is just one step too far. Our schools are packed now and can’t possibly handle more students anytime soon. There has been no announced plan for how to solve any of these problems even before more homes were suggested, so there is no way that I can think to support any part of this. I want to see my community grow before it drowns in more residents that it can’t support.
Lori
37938
12-F-21-RZ
Lori (37938), December 9, 2021 at 4:44 AM
Gordon Smith Road is narrow and does not handle the existing traffic. Additional housing increases the traffic and increases the accidents. This is an unsafe situation and not desirable in this area.
Tina
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Tina (37932), November 30, 2021 at 9:41 AM
I am writing to oppose the proposed subdivision located on Couch Mill Road in Hardin Valley. I have lived in Hardin Valley 30 years and own 10 acres. This was once a picturesque area but has been ruined by developers. It is rumored that the Planning Commission is paid off by developers, and the numerous subdivisions in Hardin Valley attest to this. The traffic is horrendous, the schools are verging on overcrowded, the infrastructure is insufficient and yet, you keep approving more and more subdivisions. I cannot even cross the street to get the mail out of my mailbox. Couch Mill Road is insufficient to support the traffic from 400 units. You think a roundabout is going to solve the problem?!?! I challenge you to drive from my house to Pellissippi Parkway during the morning or reverse the route during the afternoon. This area does not need any more subdivisions with 3-4 houses per acre. Please stop approving every subdivision that crosses your table especially this one, Hardin Valley does not need any more subdivisions. The infrastructure will not support this magnitude of a project. The schools cannot support 500+ more students, not to mention the 100s of students from the subdivisions being built on Sam Lee Road. STOP THIS MADNESS-NO MORE SUBDIVISIONS IN HARDIN VALLEY!!!!!
Ashley
37932
12-B-21-SP
Ashley (37932), December 9, 2021 at 8:15 AM
Everyone else made this point so well, but I also strongly oppose this recommendation. The schools, the roads, the infrastructure, the land… None of these things can handle more subdivisions. The traffic situation is already dangerous on our small two lane roads. The schools are overcrowded, which goes against one of the reasons I bought in Hardin Valley in the first place. There are no public spaces, no parks, no amenities like Farragut. The community needs to develop and expand before we add more of these homes. And as another comment mentioned, adhere to the 1DU per acre as intended. Please vote against this rezoning.
Linda
37917
12-B-21-SU
Linda (37917), November 30, 2021 at 10:18 AM
I am writing to whole-heartedly support development of The Bark in Knoxville. While several parks exist already, Ms. Boyer's plan to include additional services amenities such as cage-free doggie daycare, training, supervised play is uniquely designed for our very dog-friendly city. I have been a client of Ms. Boyer's sister company, "My Curious Canine" since early on in the pandemic, and have found Ms. Boyer and her staff to be the best in the business. She offers individualized plans to strengthen the bond between owners and their pets in a caring, compassionate and effective manner. She expects the best from her staff, and delivers on her promises. I'm also delighted about the addition of a bar so that dog parents have a place they can go to socialize with their dogs and their human friends - a first for Knoxville and an exciting venture!
Haley
37849
12-H-21-RZ
Haley (37849), December 9, 2021 at 9:40 AM
There is little information publicly available on the purpose of this request. I would just ask the planning commissioners to carefully consider this case, and to bear in mind that there are schools, parks, and neighborhood children nearby. Also, there are many actively suffering from poverty and addiction on Old Clinton Pike, and there are many recovering addicts living in this residential area on Bells Campground. If this request is meant to aid in drug recovery, please make wise judgements about the people who will be running the facility. I know nothing of them, and don’t mean to make any implications. As a concerned resident, I simply ask for very prudent consideration on this matter. Sadly there is a stigma involved with so called "halfway housing." All too often, these well intentioned efforts end up doing more harm than good for all parties involved. My prayers are with you all, and I hope you all have a Merry Christmas. 
Susie
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Susie (37932), November 30, 2021 at 10:59 AM
I know I’m wasting my time but when are you going to stop the destruction taking place in Hardin valley. Please take the time to drive through pellissippi and Hardin valley at 5:00 pm and see what it’s like. The construction that is going on there is the worse design in history. As everyone stated previously if you had put a ramp in the soccer field as a entrance to pellissippi parkway to loop around you would have made a huge difference in traffic flow. But now you want to keep adding development to a part of the country that nobody wants to be a city. The schools are overcrowded. Stop the destruction of our country and think of the wildlife instead of the dollar.
Mary Lou
37932
12-G-21-UR
Mary Lou (37932), December 9, 2021 at 9:49 AM
This afternoon you are voting on a number of requests to build in Hardin Valley allowing homes and subdivisions on an additional 159 acres.
Has there been an economic impact analysis? Has an infrastructure needs assessment been completed? If not, please take the time to have them completed.  You are well aware that building in Hardin Valley is occurring at a rapid pace. As a resident of Hardin Valley I am not opposed to growth so that others can enjoy the area, but I am very concerned that care is not being taken to be thoughtful and proactive. Our schools are already over capacity and I our roads are struggling to handle the increase in traffic. There is more to consider then more jobs and increased taxes. You are systematically pulling apart that which makes Hardin Valley special.
Luke
37902
12-B-21-SU
Luke (37902), November 30, 2021 at 11:09 AM
I have lived in downtown Knoxville for three years, and lived in the general Knoxville area for the past 6 years. The increase in pet care facilities and dog parks in general has been lovely for the community, and it's always a delight to see cute dogs playing with each other. The Bark, the subject of the zoning application 12-B-21-SU is sure to just add more character and more options for pet owners. Supervised play from professionals of dog care, and the chance to unwind with other pet owners, sounds like a needed enterprise the city of Knoxville has been lacking up to this point. Having the additional flavor of a business like The Bark would boost its neighborhood and put a smile on plenty of dogs' faces, too.
12-B-21-SP
Jim (37932), December 9, 2021 at 10:54 AM
Most of us are pretty sure the decision has been made already, but my wife and I want to say that we are totally against more stacked on top of each other homes! Ball is putting in about 250 homes almost right across the street from this location. Hardin Valley Rd. is packed with traffic a lot of day now. If any of you lived out here, I'm pretty sure you would vote against this.
R. Jackson
37932
12-I-21-RZ
R. Jackson (37932), December 9, 2021 at 11:35 AM
I am opposed to this development described in Rezoning application 12-I-21-RZ. Even at the recommended 2 dwellings per acre it would have a negative impact on local infrastructure and it is out of character with the 1 du/ac or less adjoining & surrounding uses, let alone the agricultural ones. Couch Mill Rd, and its continuation on to Sam Lee Rd, is a very narrow country road that already sees much more traffic than it was designed for or than is safe. The new improvements to the Hardin Valley/Pellissippi interchange have not adequately improved traffic flow on eastbound Hardin Valley Road during peak times in the morning & afternoon/evening.

Additionally, it should be assumed that families with school-age children are highly likely to be the vast majority of buyers in any new development in Hardin Valley, and sadly the schools are already exceeding capacity in the cases of HVES and HVA, & expected to within the next 2 years in the case of HVMS. There simply are not enough classrooms to support the residential developments already approved, let alone the growth rate indicated by this application & others already filed. Infrastructure and schools MUST be the addressed before more developments can be approved! To do otherwise, is UTTERLY IRRESPONSIBLE!
Applicant
12-D-21-UR
Applicant Correspondence
December 9, 2021 at 12:00 PM
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Michael
37932
12-I-21-RZ
Michael (37932), November 30, 2021 at 2:28 PM
What would be the impact on emergency response times for fire and police? With the added traffic and current staffing, would response times and availability be acceptable to existing and new residents?
Leland
37849
12-H-21-RZ
Leland (37849), December 9, 2021 at 12:20 PM
VOTE NO

I've talked to several around the area, we all think this is a terrible idea. Increased traffic flow is something we don't want to have to deal with. The area is quiet and is mostly filled with older folks, that just doesn't want to have to deal with the headache. The risk of the type of people that could take up the space outweighs the positives. Theft, drugs, crime, in our area will not be tolerated. Not saying, that will 100% be the case, but you just don't know who will move in.
12-I-21-RZ
Bob (37932), December 9, 2021 at 12:26 PM
I realize that Ball Homes has already cut a deal to develop this property since clearing equipment is already working on the site, but the destruction of Hardin Valley by this developer and others is beyond the "normal" planned development of a community. I saw first hand the way County Commissioners overruled the professionals at MPC to grant Ball Homes increased density on the John Seals farm at Hardin Valley and Hickory Creek roads so I am sure the deal is already done on this site as well. Ball Homes and similar developers clear every tree, shrub, and blade of grass to flatten the property as much as possible to maximize the number of cracker box homes they can squeeze into the property. The horde of homes creates so much traffic not only from the residents, but all the lawncare and service trucks to service those homes that the narrow two lane roads of Hickory Creek and Hardin Valley Road with no shoulders are now bumper to bumper traffic jams every day. The storm water created by these developments have caused major erosion problems which end up in Melton Hill Reservoir. The area is karst topography and the majority of the residences on W. Gallaher Ferry Road are on wells for their potable water source so this increased development is a major concern for those residents. The road infrastructure, school infrastructure, and general livability of the area is already maxed out.
Drew
37917
12-B-21-SU
Drew (37917), November 30, 2021 at 2:44 PM
Attached is a letter about the Bark, as the focus of 12-B-21-SU, and how it'll greatly impact our community.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20211130144450.pdf
Rodney
37931
12-I-21-RZ
Rodney (37931), December 9, 2021 at 12:37 PM
Please reconsider this approval. Hardin Valley's infrastructure is stretched too thin as it is without adding more people, cars, and possible students.Thank you!
Wayne
N/A
12-I-21-RZ
Wayne (N/A), November 30, 2021 at 3:50 PM
I wanted to reach out to you concerning MPC File # 12-I-21-RZ, the proposed rezoning of the Brown Family farm (Hardin Valley Farm LLC) that is situated along S. Couch Mill Road and Hardin Valley Road just west of Steele Road. West Knox Utility District (WKUD) has been in preliminary discussions with and had a meeting with Chris Ooten of Safe Harbor Development and with his design engineer David Harbin, P.E. We discussed conceptual design matters and whether or not WKUD has the water and sanitary sewer capacity for the development, as well as conceptually how it might be served with water and sanitary sewer. If rezoned, we will be working with them further as they get into detailed design. WKUD does have the capacity to serve this development with regard to water and sanitary sewer service. There will be some localized upgrades and modifications required to the sanitary sewer system by the developer, but WKUD does have the capacity to serve this development once these modifications are made. As with any development, we will work out those details with the developer and the design engineer during the detailed design phase, but with regard to WKUD’s facilities there is nothing from a water or sanitary sewer perspective that would prohibit WKUD from providing water and sanitary sewer service to this development.
Eric
37938
12-F-21-RZ
Eric (37938), December 9, 2021 at 12:49 PM
I believe the county if allowing further development on this road at the VERY LEAST owes it to the people on Gordon Smith Rd to widen and improve the road. Pulling out on Norris Freeway is near ridiculously unsafe as well, the road is not wide enough for two large SUVs without one going off-road to let the other pass. I am not opposed to adding single family homes on the street in low density. I am opposed to high density Duplex developments. The intended and current use of the area is low density SFamily.
David
37923
12-B-21-UR
David (37923), November 30, 2021 at 4:30 PM
I am not able to attend this hearing in person but wanted to say I support the request to add additional living space for this family at 932 Roderick. There is not going to be any reasonable impact to us neighbors in either traffic or noise that exceeds the normal amount we expect in this area. I know there are zoning regulations in place, but as property owners, we should give them the fullest latitude to use their property how they see fit unless there is a clear and demonstrable negative impact to the surrounding neighbors. And in this case I do not expect any negative impact, and fully support their addition of living space above their detached garage.
Rodney
37931
12-B-21-SP
Rodney (37931), December 9, 2021 at 12:51 PM
Please reconsider this approval. Hardin Valley's infrastructure is stretched too thin as it is without adding more people, cars, and possible students.