7-C-22-RZ Sylvia (37922), July 13, 2022 at 4:04 PM
I'm writing to speak against changing the current zoning for the Milani Warehouses on Candora Avenue. The proposal to change the zoning code to "heavy industrial" and permit the introduction of commercial material storage would change the quality of air from clean and tolerable to toxic and nauseous. If this happens, the recent addition of arts institutions and places that support visitors to the Vestal neighborhood would be negatively impacted.
Knoxville as a residential region is growing exponentially into a beautiful area where people from around the country are coming to live. Once described as a "scruffy little town", Knoxville has become a lovely city of green space that attracts those who love the arts, outdoor life, and other healthy pursuits. I came from Chicago to live in Knoxville many years ago, and I'm proud of our community and urge you to sustain the positive growth patterns by maintaining the quality of the air and beauty around this area.
I urge you not to change the present zoning designation and permit more toxic pollution.
