5-H-22-RZ Nancy (37932), April 25, 2022 at 2:09 PM
We got a card in the mail about the rezoning for 5-H-22-RZ at the May meeting. My question is when will the site plan be determined? Specifically will they try to connect the tip of this new office property to the residential Berrywood? Can a restriction be placed that they will not tie the back of this property into Berrywood?
Berrywood is already challenging at Hardin Valley Road having two subdivisions coming onto HVR from either other side - leading to unsafe pullout from all three subdivisions onto Hardin Valley. Allowing a connection at the upper end of Berrywood to allow more traffic on this out-of-code road (steepness and slant) would even further reduce safety.
Such a restriction against extending Berrywood was supposed to be put in place after the site plan for the apartments was approved years ago, but I do not know if this was ever done.
5-E-22-RZ Kelsey (37932), April 27, 2022 at 8:06 AM
Please do not approve this request for another Planned Residential in Hardin Valley. There have already been so many new neighborhoods built and there are so many in the process of being built. Hardin Valley needs a park and walking trails, not another neighborhood. Traffic is already terrible and the schools are already full. This land should be used for a park or trails. By approving this, you will be taking away another part of what makes Hardin Valley special. Please consider those who already live there and the implications this will have on us.
5-C-22-SP CHARLES (37932), May 2, 2022 at 11:09 AM
A minimum 50 ft x 20 ft high greenway bordering all Chestnut Grove property. All wildlife should be rescued and relocated prior to development. Preserve as much of the natural trees and landscape as possible. Development should be commensurate with bordering property.
Please widen Hardin Valley road and increase school capacity before approving more rezonings and development in Hardin Valley, especially this application, which is right at a huge trouble spot.
Because of the painful current overcrowding in Hardin Valley, I request that the current zoning designation remain, that this application for rezoning be denied, and that no other zoning options be considered.
If the planning commission decides to change the zoning for this application, please put binding requirements in the motion that the developers actually have to follow for the good of Hardin Valley and the surrounding neighborhoods. On rezoning, please require at least:
The protection of the steep hillsides on about a third of this land, require leaving the forest, vegetation, and wildlife there.
Require similar density, housing design, and price points to surrounding neighborhoods, such as Chestnut Grove (which surrounds much of this land).
The creation of a buffer zone from existing housing developments using the existing mature trees and vegetation.
Because of the painful current overcrowding in Hardin Valley, I request that the current zoning designation remain, that this application for rezoning be denied, and that no other zoning options be considered.
If the planning commission decides to change the zoning for this application, please put binding requirements in the motion that the developers actually have to follow for the good of Hardin Valley and the surrounding neighborhoods. On rezoning, please require at least:
The protection of the steep hillsides on about a third of this land, require leaving the forest, vegetation, and wildlife there.
Require similar density, housing design, and price points to surrounding neighborhoods, such as Chestnut Grove (which surrounds much of this land).
The creation of a buffer zone from existing housing developments using the existing mature trees and vegetation.
5-C-22-SP Charlotte (37932), May 3, 2022 at 1:46 PM
Buffer of sufficient feet from existing lot lines · Vegetation buffer: cannot remove mature trees and vegetation within the buffer zone · Need to keep forest as a part of green space – do not clear cut, use Chestnut Grove as a model · Install additional natural vegetation buffer for height and decrease visibility · Preserve property values and aesthetics · Regulation of fencing for type and consistency · Housing design and price points consistent with Chestnut Grove
5-E-22-RZ Charlotte (37932), May 3, 2022 at 1:48 PM
Community-wide concerns and infrastructure needs: · Traffic Safety – need for a west-bound turning lane at the development · Traffic Safety – need for a pedestrian walkway/access, sidewalks, and crosswalk at Hardin Valley Road · Increased traffic volume and entrance/exit on Hardin Valley Road at the schools, · Implementation of traffic calming mechanisms · Road frontage buffer of sufficient feet for community aesthetics and pedestrian safety · Wetland preservation: blue-line streams, multiple active springs, marshy area with cattails · Wildlife disturbance and impact: turkeys, deer, racoons, opossum, hawks, owls, songbirds, flying squirrels · Need for public park, recreational areas, and green space, greenways · Comply with the Knox County Northwest Sector Plan · Forest preservation/reforestation/ old growth trees · Impact on school capacity · Storm water runoff · Alignment with surrounding property development like Chestnut Grove · Utility impact: demand on water & water pressure, electricity and gas Thank you for your consideration of the above in making rezoning decisions.
Lived in Chestnut Grove for 35 years watching traffic increase substantially with no particular county improvements. Hardin Valley with increased commercial and residential along with increased traffic issues, Requesting on the adjacent 58 acre development coming before your Planning Commission the following considerations: Forest preservation ( no clear cutting) -keep old trees and vegetation. Protect wildlife (turkey population, along with deer , raccoon) Possibly an Albino squirrel group. Preserve property values aesthetics with housing design restrictions. Because of above concerns ,I would request the current zoning regulations remain in affect-request for a rezoning be denied with no other zoning options considered.
Property owner in Chestnut Grove for 35 years. Not much change to county infrastructure just increased traffic. Concerned about 58 acres considered for development off Hardin Valley Road. Current zoning designation needs to remain in place. Application for rezoning needs to be denied. Increased density more that one dwelling per acre is essential to preservation of the forest ,vegetation needs to stay to protect watershed and green space. Also protection of wildlife needs to be considered . The land in question has been forest and farmland for last 100 years. Please consider good stewardship of our the Hardin Valley area not just concrete and development.
5-E-22-RZ Kathleen (37932), May 4, 2022 at 9:22 AM
Chestnut Grove specific concerns: · Buffer of sufficient feet from existing lot lines · Vegetation buffer: cannot remove mature trees and vegetation within the buffer zone · Need to keep forest as a part of green space – do not clear cut, use Chestnut Grove as a model · Install additional natural vegetation buffer for height and decrease visibility · Preserve property values and aesthetics · Regulation of fencing for type and consistency · Housing design and price points consistent with Chestnut Grove "Because of these concerns and issues, I request that the current zoning designation remain, that the application for rezoning be denied, and that no other zoning options be considered. If the planning commission decides to change the zoning, then I request that the decision be guided by the Northwest Sector Plan, the Hillside Protection designation, the existing development bordering most the proposed property and the other recommendations which are outlined above."
A poor development could adversely affect property values in Chestnut Grove.
Due to these concerns and issues, I request the current zoning remain unchanged and that no other zoning options be considered. However, if the Planning Commission decides a zoning change is appropriate, I request the decision comport with the Northwest Sector Plan, the Hillside Protection designation, and give due consideration to the recommendations from other property owners/residents of Chestnut Grove. Thank you.
5-E-22-RZ Margaret (37932), May 4, 2022 at 6:12 PM
I AM CONCERNED ABOUT THE REZONING DUE TO ITS IMPACT ON INCREASED TRAFFIC, SCHOOL OVERCROWDING, ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ON WILDLIFE , FOREST, MARSHLAND, THREE SPRINGS AND CREEKS, HILLSIDE POTENTIAL DESTRUCTION. WE HAVE A NEIGHBORHOOD BUILT IN A WAY TO CONSERVE NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENT AND DO NOT WANT THIS DAMAGED. WE WOULD LIKE AN ADEQUATE BUFFER FROM UR NEIGHBORHOOD TO PRROTECTEXISTING FOREST, VEGETATION AND NATRUAL MOVEMETN OF WILDLIFE ( INCLUDING DEER, TURKEY (GAGGLE OF UP TO 22 SEEN IN OUR YARD), FOX, BIRDS (3 TYPES OF WOODPECKERS, HAWKS, BLUEBIRD AND MANY MORE). Because of these concerns and issues, I request that the current zoning designation remain, that the application for rezoning be denied, and that no other zoning options be considered. If the planning commission decides to change the zoning, then I request that the decision be guided by the Northwest Sector Plan, the Hillside Protection designation, the existing development bordering most the proposed property and the other recommendations which are outlined above."
I AM CONCERNED ABOUT THE REZONING DUE TO ITS IMPACT ON INCREASED TRAFFIC, SCHOOL OVERCROWDING, ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ON WILDLIFE , FOREST, MARSHLAND, THREE SPRINGS AND CREEKS, HILLSIDE POTENTIAL DESTRUCTION. WE HAVE A NEIGHBORHOOD BUILT IN A WAY TO CONSERVE NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENT AND DO NOT WANT THIS DAMAGED. WE WOULD LIKE AN ADEQUATE BUFFER FROM UR NEIGHBORHOOD TO PRROTECTEXISTING FOREST, VEGETATION AND NATRUAL MOVEMETN OF WILDLIFE ( INCLUDING DEER, TURKEY (GAGGLE OF UP TO 22 SEEN IN OUR YARD), FOX, BIRDS (3 TYPES OF WOODPECKERS, HAWKS, BLUEBIRD AND MANY MORE). Because of these concerns and issues, I request that the current zoning designation remain, that the application for rezoning be denied, and that no other zoning options be considered. If the planning commission decides to change the zoning, then I request that the decision be guided by the Northwest Sector Plan, the Hillside Protection designation, the existing development bordering most the proposed property and the other recommendations which are outlined above."
I am opposed to rezoning and developing this approximately 58 acres on Hardin Valley Road. The development of Hardin Valley has proceeded at an incredibly a rapid pace. If you go to the Knox County Planning website and search on Hardin Valley, an excess of applications to develop land into housing developments can be found. Visiting the staff reports allows citizens to read the comments by neighbors living in the same area. Very few if any support the development citing overcrowding of the schools and lack of infrastructure that relate to traffic and drainage issues. And yet many of these requests are approved. It appears the citizen’s voices, those who have children in these overcrowded schools and drive these roads daily are not being considered. Why is that? Why are we not given a voice in the planning of our own neighborhood? I understand there is a housing crisis and I do not want to be a “not in my backyard” type person, but a person that says “yes, in my backyard” but that takes a community planning together with a long term vision. Please consider the voice of the citizens that reside in Hardin Valley before approving this new development with close to 200 new dwelling units built by Homestead Land Holdings, LLC.
In regards to the rezoning request for this property, as a resident of Chestnut Grove which is adjacent to this property, I have the following concerns and am opposed to this request: Buffer of sufficient feet from existing lot lines Vegetation buffer: cannot remove mature tree and vegetation within the buffer zone Need to keep forest as a part of green space – do not clear cut, use Chestnut Grove as a model Install additional natural vegetation buffer for height and decrease visibility Preserve property values and aesthetics Regulation of fencing for types and consistency Housing design and price points consistent with Chestnut Grove
Because of these concerns and issues, I request that the current zoning designation remain, that the application for rezoning be denied, and that no other zoning options be considered. If the planning commission decides to change the zoning, then I request that the decision be guided by the Northwest Sector Plan, the Hillside Protection designation, the existing development bordering most the proposed property and the other recommendations which are outlined above.
5-C-22-SP Michael (37932), May 5, 2022 at 10:51 AM
Please deny this request for rezoning. There are wetlands on this land that needs to be protected. Wetlands are valuable habitat for native plants and wildlife. If you add this development, how are you going to protect those wetlands and the wildlife that lives there? It's important to conserve the natural wildlife and trees for people to live healthy lives. What are your plans for the overcrowding in the schools? What are your plans for the runoff from development? What are your plans for sustaining natural habitats? The forest needs to be kept. The hillside needs to be protected. This land has been forest and farmland for years. It's not built for a development. Please vote NO to rezoning this land.
Our family has many concerns regarding this matter, but I will condense them for this comment: First, development of this property will ravage the local wildlife as the majority of this property is wooded and old growth forest. Second, this development would be right in front of our local schools, where there is already too much traffic and congestion. Kids walk this area and my five children, in particular, run up and down Hardin Valley Road for cross country. Third, the rezoning sought would stand out negatively in the area, which is more rural. For example, the primary development that directly abuts this property (chestnut grove) is a planned neighborhood where every house sits on 1-3 acres. Fourth, rezoning and development would present significant issues for storm water runoff. Because of these concerns and issues, I request that the current zoning designation remain, that the application for rezoning be denied, and that no other zoning options be considered. If the planning commission decides to change the zoning, then I request that the decision be guided by the Northwest Sector Plan, the Hillside Protection designation, and the existing development bordering most of the proposed property (i.e., Chestnut Grove).
5-E-22-RZ Glenn and Angie (37932), May 5, 2022 at 3:09 PM
Thank you for your service in planning for our community's needs, coherence, and the preservation of its unique natural character. Attached are our concerns for the sector plan and rezoning in Hardin Valley. Because of these concerns, we request that the current zoning remain, that the application for rezoning be denied, and that no other options be considered. If the planning commission decides to change the zoning, we request that the decision be guided by the Northwest Sector Plan, the Hillside Protection designation, existing developments bordering this property and the attached recommendations.
· Buffer of sufficient feet from existing lot lines · Vegetation buffer: cannot remove mature trees and vegetation within the buffer zone · Need to keep forest as a part of green space – do not clear cut, use Chestnut Grove as a model · Install additional natural vegetation buffer for height and decrease visibility · Preserve property values and aesthetics · Regulation of fencing for type and consistency · Housing design and price points consistent with Chestnut Grove
"Because of these concerns and issues, I request that the current zoning designation remain, that the application for rezoning be denied, and that no other zoning options be considered. If the planning commission decides to change the zoning, then I request that the decision be guided by the Northwest Sector Plan, the Hillside Protection designation, the existing development bordering most the proposed property and the other recommendations which are outlined above."
*additional comments from my previous response *My husband and I have lived in Chestnut Grove Subdivision 32 years. Many years ago we purchased from the Asbury Family about 6 acres directly behind our home for the purpose of preserving the wildlife and natural habitat. *Several years ago, after researching Hardin Valley property values, my husband and I along with other Chestnut Grove Homeowners made a serious, substantial offer to purchase the 58 acres which is up for rezoning that our neighborhood borders. *The offer had a clause in it stating that we would not sell the property for development but would keep it in its natural state and agricultural zoning *The owners of the property would not entertain our offer not would they tell us what it would take to purchase the property. *Humanity has the privilege of being responsible for all creatures and landscapes. It is the responsibility of Knox County to preserve this privilege and the property and wildlife associated with it. *We plead with you to not rezone this property *If the property is unable to avoid rezoning, then we plead that you follow guidelines I submitted in my previous response.
Please consider keeping this property zoned agricultural Keep the current zoning as agricultural. Vegetative plants are important for wildlife like wild turkeys, red foxes, owls and raccoons A nature walk by the creek would help wildlife and provide green space . A 500 foot buffer between Chestnut Grove and the new development would offer important protection for wildlife . A buffer would provide green space for Chestnut Grove and the new development
5-E-22-RZ Patricia (37932), May 5, 2022 at 9:06 PM
My concerns about the rezoning of this property on Harden Valley Road: The increase in the traffic congestion around the schools, the impact on the school capacity, the impact on demands for utilities, stormwater runoff, and wildlife disturbance.
Because of these concerns and issues, I request that the current zoning designation remain, that the application for rezoning be denied, and that no other zoning options be considered. If the planning commission decides to change the zoning, then I request that the decision be guided by the Northwest Sector Plan, the Hillside Protection designation, the existing development bordering most the proposed property and the other recommendations which are outlined above."
5-C-22-SP Louis K (37932), May 5, 2022 at 10:01 PM
I request that the Planning Commission ensure that the proposed building project on the present agricultural land of approximately 58 acres be in harmony with the existing Chestnut Grove subdivision. The proposed new subdivision shares an extensive L-shaped boundary with Chestnut Grove. Therefore, it would in essence be an extension of the current subdivision. Chestnut Grove has a density of fewer than one home per acre and is substantially wooded with majestic mature trees. The area serves as home to a large diversity of birds and land wildlife. These attributes add economic and aesthetic value to this part of Knox County, which could be maintained and enhanced by requiring similar values in development of the adjacent agricultural land.
-density of one home per acre -do not remove large trees -steep hillside on this site should not be built
5-E-22-RZ Tim & Teresa (37932), May 5, 2022 at 10:01 PM
·Traffic Safety. need west-bound turn lane at development, walkway/sidewalks, crosswalk at Hardin Valley ·Increased traffic vol. at entrance/exit on at the schools, ·Impact on school capacity · Forest preservation ·Demand on water, electric, gas ·Buffer from existing lot lines ·Vegetation buffer: cannot remove mature trees/veg. w/in buffer zone ·Need to keep forest as a part of green space. Use Chestnut Grove as model ·Install add. natural vegetation buffer for height/decrease visibility ·Preserve property values/aesthetics ·Reg. of fencing for type/consistency ·Housing design/price consistent with Chestnut Grove
In summary, we request that current zoning remain and that application for rezoning be denied. We request that no other zoning options be considered. If the commission decides to re-zone, then we request that it be guided by the Northwest Sector Plan, the Hillside Protection designation, the existing development bordering most of the proposed site and the other concerns listed above
5-E-22-RZ Louis K (37932), May 5, 2022 at 10:23 PM
I request that the Planning Commission ensure that the proposed building project on the present agricultural land of approximately 58 acres be in harmony with the existing Chestnut Grove subdivision. The proposed new subdivision shares an extensive L-shaped boundary with Chestnut Grove. Therefore, it would in essence be an extension of the current subdivision. Chestnut Grove has a density of fewer than one home per acre and is substantially wooded with majestic mature trees. The area serves as home to a large diversity of birds and land wildlife. These attributes add economic and aesthetic value to this part of Knox County, which could be maintained and enhanced by requiring similar values in development of the adjacent agricultural land.
I request that rezoning of this land be denied. If the Planning Commission decides to approving rezoning, please consider the following requests -density of one home per acre -do not remove large trees -steep hillside on this site should not be built
5-E-22-RZ Russell (37932), May 6, 2022 at 12:41 AM
Please see the attached PDF file with my family's concerns.
Because of these concerns and issues, I request that the current zoning designation remain, that the application for rezoning be denied, and that no other zoning options be considered. If the planning commission decides to change the zoning, then I request that the decision be guided by the Northwest Sector Plan, the Hillside Protection designation, the existing development bordering most the proposed property and the other recommendations which are outlined above.
Road frontage buffer of sufficient feet for community aesthetics and pedestrian safety Wetland preservation Wildlife disturbance and impact: turkeys, deer, racoons, opossum, hawks, owls, songbirds, flying squirrels Need for public park, recreational areas, and green space, greenways Comply with the Knox County Northwest Sector Plan Forest preservation/reforestation Impact on school capacity Storm water runoff Alignment with surrounding property development like Chestnut Grove Utility impact: demand on water & water pressure, electricity and gas
Chestnut Grove specific concerns: Buffer of sufficient feet from existing lot lines Vegetation buffer: cannot remove mature tree and vegetation within the buffer zone Need to keep forest as a part of green space – do not clear cut, use Chestnut Grove as a model Install additional natural vegetation buffer for height and decrease visibility Regulation of fencing for types and consistency Housing design and price points consistent with Chestnut Grove
Traffic Safety – need for a west-bound turning lane at the development Traffic Safety – need for a pedestrian walkway/access, sidewalks, and crosswalk at Hardin Valley Road Increased traffic volume and entrance/exit on Hardin Valley Road at the schools Implementation of traffic calming mechanisms Road frontage buffer of sufficient feet for community aesthetics and pedestrian safety Wetland preservation Wildlife disturbance and impact: turkeys, deer, racoons, opossum, hawks, owls, songbirds, flying squirrels Need for public park, recreational areas, and green space, greenways Comply with the Knox County Northwest Sector Plan Forest preservation/reforestation Impact on school capacity Storm water runoff Alignment with surrounding property development like Chestnut Grove Utility impact: demand on water & water pressure, electricity and gas
Chestnut Grove specific concerns: Buffer of sufficient feet from existing lot lines Vegetation buffer: cannot remove mature tree and vegetation within the buffer zone Need to keep forest as a part of green space – do not clear cut, use Chestnut Grove as a model Install additional natural vegetation buffer for height and decrease visibility Preserve property values and aesthetics Regulation of fencing for types and consistency Housing design and price points consistent with Chestnut Grove
Please don't allow this land to be rezoned, the zoning needs to remain as-is. We are very concerned about the proposed development: · Wetland preservation: blue-line streams, multiple active springs, marshy area with cattails · Wildlife disturbance and impact: turkeys, deer, racoons, opossum, hawks, owls, songbirds, flying squirrels. · Comply with the Knox County Northwest Sector Plan · Forest preservation/reforestation/ old growth trees · Alignment with surrounding property development like Chestnut Grove · Vegetation buffer: cannot remove mature trees and vegetation within the buffer zone · Need to keep forest as a part of green space – do not clear cut, use Chestnut Grove as a model · No more than one home should be allowed per usable acre. Because of these concerns and issues, I request that the current zoning designation remain, that the application for rezoning be denied, and that no other zoning options be considered. If the planning commission decides to change the zoning, then I request that the decision be guided by the Northwest Sector Plan, the Hillside Protection designation, the existing development bordering most the proposed property and the other recommendations which are outlined above.
We are opposing the zoning change on Hardin Valley road from agriculture to low density housing. - We would like to see the county follow the Northwest Sector Plan. - Hardin Valley Elementary is already overcrowded having to bring in portable classrooms, some enrichment classes, such as art and music, are occurring in the homeroom classroom as the space for teaching their class has been taken over with double classrooms, having 2 teachers in a room with 40 plus students. As these grades move through the Hardin Valley system, the overcrowding issue will only become exacerbated. - Houses are already being built in the Hardin Valley area at a rate of 1 house every 32 hours. The infrastructure of the roads and school cannot handle this. We have been told that the increase in traffic is only from the school traffic. From personal experience of living in the area, I can vouch that is an untrue statement as most days when we are using Valley Vista Road and trying to turn right onto Hardin Valley road, it becomes a near impossible feat anytime between 7a – 6:30p. If I am needing to turn left onto Hardin Valley road, I have to drive down Yarnell road, turn right onto Campbell Station road, then turn right onto Hardin Valley road to safely and timely arrive at my destination in that area. For the reasons stated above, we are opposed to the rezoning of this property along Hardin Valley road.
We are opposing the zoning change on Hardin Valley road from agriculture to low density housing. - We are very concerned about the water run off if this rezoning and development is built. Our neighborhood, Chestnut Grove, does not have sewer or water run off drainage. All of our storm water naturally flows through our hills and natural waterways. If the land is changed in any way restructuring the land or removing the natural vegetation the whole area will have erosion and flooding issues. - Hill top protection must be a priority. Residents choose to live in locations for the feel of the surroundings. Driving past this specific area on Hardin Valley road really gives one the feeling of being in the foothills of the mountains and in a nice, clean, natural wooded space. Our specific neighborhood appears hidden as our developer respected and worked the natural vegetation into their development plans. All we ask is that surrounding developers respect the surrounding neighborhoods and keep with similar aesthetics. - The old growth forest must stay. Not only does it add to the aesthetics of the Hardin Valley area, but it is also home to many animals that the residents of the area love to see and enjoy. For the reasons stated above, we are opposed to the rezoning of this property along Hardin Valley road.
We are opposing the zoning change on Hardin Valley road from agriculture to low density housing. - We would like to see the county follow the Northwest Sector Plan. - Hardin Valley Elementary is already overcrowded having to bring in portable classrooms, some enrichment classes, such as art and music, are occurring in the homeroom classroom as the space for teaching their class has been taken over with double classrooms, having 2 teachers in a room with 40 plus students. As these grades move through the Hardin Valley system, the overcrowding issue will only become exacerbated. - Houses are already being built in the Hardin Valley area at a rate of 1 house every 32 hours. The infrastructure of the roads and school cannot handle this. We have been told that the increase in traffic is only from the school traffic. From personal experience of living in the area, I can vouch that is an untrue statement as most days when we are using Valley Vista Road and trying to turn right onto Hardin Valley road, it becomes a near impossible feat anytime between 7a – 6:30p. If I am needing to turn left onto Hardin Valley road, I have to drive down Yarnell road, turn right onto Campbell Station road, then turn right onto Hardin Valley road to safely and timely arrive at my destination in that area. For the reasons stated above, we are opposed to the rezoning of this property along Hardin Valley road.
We are opposing the zoning change on Hardin Valley road from agriculture to low density housing. - We are very concerned about the water run off if this rezoning and development is built. Our neighborhood, Chestnut Grove, does not have sewer or water run off drainage. All of our storm water naturally flows through our hills and natural waterways. If the land is changed in any way restructuring the land or removing the natural vegetation the whole area will have erosion and flooding issues. - Hill top protection must be a priority. Residents choose to live in locations for the feel of the surroundings. Driving past this specific area on Hardin Valley road really gives one the feeling of being in the foothills of the mountains and in a nice, clean, natural wooded space. Our specific neighborhood appears hidden as our developer respected and worked the natural vegetation into their development plans. All we ask is that surrounding developers respect the surrounding neighborhoods and keep with similar aesthetics. - The old growth forest must stay. Not only does it add to the aesthetics of the Hardin Valley area, but it is also home to many animals that the residents of the area love to see and enjoy. For the reasons stated above, we are opposed to the rezoning of this property along Hardin Valley road.
Please deny the rezoning! Please comply with the Knox County Northwest Sector Plan! Our family is concerned about the proposed development as it will negatively impact Hardin Valley. Please consider: - Forest preservation/reforestation/ old growth trees (Need to keep forest as a part of green space – do not clear cut, use Chestnut Grove as a model) - Wildlife disturbance and impact: turkeys, deer, raccoons, opossum, hawks, owls, songbirds, flying squirrels, etc. - Impact on school capacity and traffic congestion Please don't pave paradise to put in a "parking lot"
As a long a twenty year resident of Hardin Valley and The Chestnut Grove subdivision, I would like to oppose the rezoning of this parcel of land. I have concerns for the community. The traffic on Hardin Valley is already at maximum capacity and the schools are too crowded. Furthermore, the continued development of this community without preservation of old tree growth, wetlands, and animal habitat is an irresponsible stewardship of Hardin Valley. Our community doesn't need more homes, it needs more recreational areas, green spaces and walkways. As a resident of Chestnut Grove, I would like to see a vegetation buffer for height and to decrease visibility. Our neighborhood is a unique and long-standing property in Hardin Valley and deserves to have its aesthetics and property values preserved and protected.
Because of these concerns, I request that the current zoning designation remain, that the application for rezoning be denied, and that no other zoning options be considered. If the planning commission decides to change the zoning, I request that the decision be guided by the Northwest Sector Plan, the Hillside Protection Designation, the existing development bordering most the proposed property and the other recommendations which are outlined above.
5-C-22-SP Katherin (37932), May 6, 2022 at 9:09 AM
I request that the current zoning designation remain, that the application for rezoning be denied, and that no other zoning options be considered. If the planning commission decides to change the zoning, then I request that the decision be guided by the Northwest Sector Plan, the Hillside Protection designation, the existing development bordering most the proposed property
5-C-22-SP Susannah (37932), May 6, 2022 at 9:31 AM
Please keep the current zoning for agricultural purposes.
Hardin Valley road exits have already been widened due to great expense and the traffic still builds up onto Pellissippi Parkway at carpool times.
Turning lanes and sidewalks are already needed which will also be an added necessary expense which will also increase with the addition of the 4,000 plus houses that have already been permitted to be built.
The green space in our area is rapidly decreasing with many clear cut hillsides. Our wildlife along the creek bed which includes black bears, red tailed hawks, wild turkeys, deer, opossum, raccoons, chipmunks etc have a safe haven on the proposed property. If rezoning must occur please consider leaving a nature trail along the creek which already has natural dale of ferns with a ropes course and bridge that are idyllic. If the creek bed is filled in and the trees clear cut the bears and wildlife that have been living quietly in the woods will be roaming and upset.
The current home has spacious grounds for many profitable uses that do not require removal of the trees and creek bed wildlife.
Thank you for considering our plea on behalf of the wildlife.
5-E-22-RZ Susannah (37932), May 6, 2022 at 9:44 AM
Thank you for considering this plea to keep the current zoning as agriculture.
Hardin Valley Road and Schools are already over crowded. Hardin Valley Road Exit backs up onto The Pellissippi Highway causing delays in all directions at carpool times.
The proposed property has a wooded creek bed which is currently a safe haven for families of black bears, deer, wild turkeys, red tailed hawks, kestrels, etc. Please consider the opportunity for a beautiful nature trail which already contains a well built ropes course fun for all ages.
The flooding in our neighborhood has been less catastrophic than other neighborhoods because of the natural hills and creek. Please do not clear cut and fill in the creek.
I am writing to comment on the proposed re-zoning of the property in Chestnut Grove as part of Hardin Valley. This represents Concerns based on lack of infrastructure and also specific concerns for residents of Chestnut Grove and Elm Grove. Please see attached pdf. View Attachment
We are located next to the proposed Harper Auto Collision Center. I am personally in favor of the location. Mr. Harper has gone out of his way to work with us on any concern over traffic, ingress and landscaping.