Public Comments

Kevin
37918

7-A-24-HPA
Kevin (37918), July 2, 2024 at 6:00 PM

The original plan was to disturb 67.7% of the hillside protection area. The revised plan proposes disturbing 81% of the hillside protection area - 3.6 acres more disturbance than is allowed in the hillside protection area. They have not changed the development layout - the streets, the number of units, etc. They are just requesting to grade it differently and disturb more of the hillside protection area. If we have a hillside protection plan, and then we just allow somebody to submit a request to exceed the disturbance area so they can fit in more units onto the entire parcel, well, why do we have a Hillside Protection Plan in the first place. Significant land has been graded across I-640 for Clear Springs Plantation - the neighborhood has suffered years of looking at red clay, previously good land that has been clear cut, graded, and machined into housing. We ask that you not approve this request to disturb more than the allowed HPA area. The applicant has relief - they can update their plans to build on just the area available to them.

July 2, 2024
at 6:00 PM

8-D-24-PA

Mary
37938

8-D-24-PA
Mary (37938), July 5, 2024 at 4:26 PM

My husband Carlos and I, own the property that borders the proposed property to be rezoned. My biggest concern is that the existing, concrete driveway, that accesses this property, is not a proper right-of-way. A main portion of the driveway is on our property as shown by our deed. In order for Tindall's to use the said property, they must establish access from their existing property. I also have issues with the noise. Even now, we are often awakened at 2-3 o'clock in the morning, by the company that empties the dumpsters.

July 5, 2024
at 4:26 PM

8-J-24-RZ

William
37920

8-J-24-RZ
William (37920), July 8, 2024 at 3:55 PM

The majority of Ginn Farm Drive is a very narrow road. Two cars cannot pass on this road between Ginnbrooke Lane and Maloney Road. This road cannot handle any more traffic brought on by any future development. The plot of land in question is on the ridgetop which means any traffic coming from that plot would be entering the road on a blind hill. This road is already a potential source of vehicle accidents due to the narrowness. Also, if it is currently zoned as a protected hillside/ridgetop that needs to be undeveloped due to potential erosion issues, I think it should remain protected. The potential buyers knew this designation before pursuing purchase of the property. Michael Wood, the current owner knew this designation when he purchased the property in 2018. He is a known realtor in the South Knox are for subdivision development and rental properties.

July 8, 2024
at 3:55 PM

Jessica
37920

7-A-24-HPA
Jessica (37920), July 9, 2024 at 11:25 AM

The Hillside Protection Ordinance was put in place with a great deal of public comment and compromise. As the developable land inside the city limits dwindles, more and more of these hillside variances will be requested in places such as South Knoxville, where I've lived for the past 20 years. We are facing a great deal of development pressure, as is the entire city, and much of the heavily sloped land relies on the Ordinance for protection from canopy loss and stormwater problems. Precedent is important, and we have to be very vigilant to protect the integrity of the Hillside Protection Ordinance so development does not degrade the environment and burden other property owners and residents. Mature trees are part of our infrastructure and should be valued as such. I respectfully ask that you deny this variance request as the owner is not suffering a hardship.

July 9, 2024
at 11:25 AM

8-M-24-RZ

Heather
37931

8-M-24-RZ
Heather (37931), July 10, 2024 at 4:36 PM

Absolutely nothing else needs to go at this ridiculously busy intersection. The traffic is already a mess, the school is overcrowded, and it's right on the creek that tends to flood. It will hurt wildlife, traffic flow, and schools. Stop with the greed and make developers expand into other areas of Knox County, but responsibly. Karns failing infrastructure cannot handle any more developments.

July 10, 2024
at 4:36 PM

Charlotte
37917

7-A-24-HPA
Charlotte (37917), July 11, 2024 at 7:35 AM

We're opposed to the applicant's request to exceed the permitted disturbance as outlined in the Hillside Protection Ordinance. The request is unwarranted since development within the limit is attainable. Hillside Protection was put into place to preserve ecologically and structurally important features, including mature trees, and it's important that we uphold the guidelines agreed among in the ordinance. We request that the application to increase the disturbed area to 81% be denied.

July 11, 2024
at 7:35 AM

Jessica
37920

7-A-24-HPA
Jessica (37920), July 12, 2024 at 4:01 PM

See attached letter from the City Tree Board.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240712160147.pdf

July 12, 2024
at 4:01 PM

8-J-24-RZ

Jessica
37920

8-J-24-RZ
Jessica (37920), July 14, 2024 at 1:01 PM

Extremely concerned about the road width . Traffic is already an issue due to narrowness of road and potential ingress/egress to a proposed multi home development. On both sides of property in question are hills which create blind spots. Access to 129 has increased traffic on Ginn Farm Road.

July 14, 2024
at 1:01 PM

8-J-24-RZ

Donna
37920

8-J-24-RZ
Donna (37920), July 14, 2024 at 3:42 PM

I live in the neighborhood adjacent to the proposed building site for this proposed project. Ginn Farm Road is precariously narrow and cannot handle any additional traffic without a widening of the road. Additionally, I believe this property is in the county and not the city thus would not have city sewer service. I am told that the property in question would be too small for drain fields and septic tanks for 7 homes. It is my understanding that the homes on either side of the site in question both have septic tanks. Please do not approve this project.

July 14, 2024
at 3:42 PM

7-E-24-PA

Wayne
37902

7-E-24-PA
Wayne (37902), July 17, 2024 at 1:24 PM

See attachment.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240717132401.pdf

July 17, 2024
at 1:24 PM

Matthew
37938

8-K-24-RZ
Matthew (37938), July 19, 2024 at 3:03 PM

I am absolutely opposed to a development or multiple homes being built in this area. The planning commission needs to do their due diligence on this lot, the roadway is not conducive with save entry or exit and any restructuring of the roadway will drastically effect safety and usability of the neighborhood. I will be working to share this information with neighbors.

July 19, 2024
at 3:03 PM

Susan
37938

8-K-24-RZ
Susan (37938), July 19, 2024 at 6:19 PM

I am opposed to this plan to build more houses on this road. The road suffers enough water run off and has had some negative impact on our neighbors that are right on York and is apparent with the poor quality seen on the actual road. Further, we do not want to see an overdevelopment in this small area. There are surrounding subdivisions already and we do not need more to be built.

July 19, 2024
at 6:19 PM

Jasmine
37938

8-K-24-RZ
Jasmine (37938), July 19, 2024 at 7:51 PM

PDF Message Attached
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240719195111.pdf

July 19, 2024
at 7:51 PM

Walter
37938

8-K-24-RZ
Walter (37938), July 20, 2024 at 9:01 AM

I vote against the refining efforts to build these houses so close to our sub- div. The water run off is already bad enough ! Thank you for your consideration.

July 20, 2024
at 9:01 AM

July 20, 2024
at 10:17 AM

William
37938

8-K-24-RZ
William (37938), July 20, 2024 at 10:17 AM

PDF MESSAGE ATTATCHED
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240720101702.pdf

Ethan
37938

8-K-24-RZ
Ethan (37938), July 20, 2024 at 6:39 PM

PDF MESSAGE ATTATCHED
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240720183956.pdf

July 20, 2024
at 6:39 PM

Dylan
37938

8-K-24-RZ
Dylan (37938), July 20, 2024 at 9:16 PM

The neighborhood as a whole is not interested in adding a duplex out side of our entrance. We fear this will drive our property down, among other issues we already deal with. Which include disrespectful renters, etc.

July 20, 2024
at 9:16 PM

K
37938

8-K-24-RZ
K (37938), July 21, 2024 at 6:26 AM

We are homeowners in the Wolf lair neighborhood. We are against any multi home properties.

July 21, 2024
at 6:26 AM

Melani
37938

8-K-24-RZ
Melani (37938), July 22, 2024 at 2:34 PM

We are homeowners in the Wolf lair neighborhood. We are against any multi home properties.

July 22, 2024
at 2:34 PM

Darlene
37938

8-K-24-RZ
Darlene (37938), July 22, 2024 at 4:25 PM

I'm opposed to the rezoning of houses/duplexes on this case. This part of York is on a blind hill & could be extremely dangerous to residents. York road needs construction work done to it now. Traffic has increased a lot in just the past couple of years. Water crossing the road is another big problem. I've had that problems for years with it running into our driveway & it's really bad. The County has been out here a few times over this issue. So, again I am strongly against this rezoning at 4338 York Rd. Most of the residents around this rezoning have been here for decades.

July 22, 2024
at 4:25 PM

July 22, 2024
at 10:03 PM

Sarah
37923

7-A-24-HPA
Sarah (37923), July 22, 2024 at 10:03 PM

Can someone with Planning please address the copious concerns regarding Rand Partners common practices and management of properties? I have searched the web and online forums and have not found one positive review of this company. I have only found people requesting the city of Knoxville to boycott Rand Partners and for renters to avoid their properties at all costs. The fact that this is going un addressed is very concerning and shows a remarkable lack of concern on the behalf of city planners to works toward the improvement of East Knoxville. See thread: https://www.reddit.com/r/Knoxville/comments/s46ti3/please_boycott_rand/

July 23, 2024
at 10:29 AM

Planning Staff
37902

8-A-24-OB
Planning Staff (37902), July 23, 2024 at 10:29 AM

Attached comments were submitted to the Design Review Board for case 4-D-24-DT prior to the item's approval on June 20, 2024. The item has been appealed to the Planning Commission as case 8-A-24-OB.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240723102935.pdf

July 24, 2024
at 10:45 AM

Anita
37918

7-C-24-PA
Anita (37918), July 24, 2024 at 10:45 AM

Please see the attached comment.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240724104501.pdf

Joshua
37918

7-C-24-PA
Joshua (37918), July 24, 2024 at 9:14 PM

Attached is a request for denial
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240724211433.pdf

July 24, 2024
at 9:14 PM

July 24, 2024
at 11:18 PM

Scot
37918

7-C-24-PA
Scot (37918), July 24, 2024 at 9:19 PM

Can someone please tell us as good citizen of Knoxville, why are we being discomforted by a higher density property proposal, which surrounds both sides of one of the busiest fire stations in the city of Knoxville? If this higher density zoning proposal is allowed to exist, it will be destined to clog the arteries of roads that counter the very purpose of this fire department's existence. These hard working medics and firemen require low density housing to access and rescue the emergency needs of our voting residence, who depend on them in numerous ways, every single night and every single day. I am against the zoning for these properties to be changed from RN-1 to RN-4. I am also against these parcels of land being changed on the Sector Plan, One Year plan amendment from low density to medium density Residential. Thank you for your consideration.

July 24, 2024
at 9:19 PM

7-D-24-SP

Kasey
37918

7-D-24-SP
Kasey (37918), July 24, 2024 at 11:18 PM

(Message is attached in Long Comment .pdf)
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240724231836.pdf

7-D-24-SP

Carlene
37918

7-D-24-SP
Carlene (37918), July 25, 2024 at 11:37 AM

Please deny the Sector & One Year Plan requests to go from LDR to MDR and deny the request to rezone from RN-1 to RN-4. These requests are inconsistent with the criteria for One Year and Sector Plan amendments and inconsistent with the standards for granting a rezoning. There have been no changes in this area. There is no change in public policy that pertains to increasing residential intensity in or around the property. The area is developed with single-family homes and community serving institutions--school, fire hall, church and social service. The property is located on two-lane roads. The intersection is a 4-way stop. Current road conditions do not support an increase in land use density. The intersection of Jacksboro/Tazewell Pike is less than a mile away. That signalized intersection has signs prohibiting left turns during AM and PM rush hour.

July 25, 2024
at 11:37 AM

Mattheson
37918

7-C-24-PA
Mattheson (37918), July 25, 2024 at 6:03 PM

Please see attached file.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240725180342.pdf

July 25, 2024
at 6:03 PM

July 25, 2024
at 11:20 PM

Hillary
37938

8-K-24-RZ
Hillary (37938), July 25, 2024 at 11:20 PM

I am strongly opposed to the rezoning in this case to add multiple houses and/or duplexes and/or apartments on this property. This part of York Rd is already neglected and in sad condition. The water run off alone keeps the road broken up and in bad shape. Also, this is not a safe place to add a driveway or road as it is on a blind hill. We do not want or need multiple homes added to our neighborhood.

July 27, 2024
at 12:51 PM

Bekah
37849

8-B-24-UR
Bekah (37849), July 27, 2024 at 12:51 PM

We live across the street from here and absolutely do not want this. That would be 4 additional families packed into one lot. The one lane road can't handle the additional traffic. This sounds just like a builder trying to make money that won't even be living here. Ruining our neighborhood. Renters in and out

Ann
37928

7-C-24-PA
Ann (37928), July 27, 2024 at 1:05 PM

I own the property that shares 2 of the property lines of the proposed rezoning from RN-1 to RN-4. I oppose this rezoning because of the potential 1) loss of reasonable quiet and private enjoyment of my home 2) added congestion to Rondo, the width of which doesn't adequately permit two cars to pass safely 3) Lack of sidewalks on Rondo, which could protect students that are potentially housed in the multi-family units 4) Incongruence with the character and history of Fountain City and our street in particular 5) Loss of property value. I wish for there to be no changes in the current use of either property. The dental/doctor's office is already in violation - actually grandfathered in for business use. The Essary property is a converted garage and the property is not large enough for any other use. Thank you for your kind consideration in this matter.

July 27, 2024
at 1:05 PM

Gail
37938

8-K-24-RZ
Gail (37938), July 28, 2024 at 5:01 PM

We do not need any thing built there to make our homes less affordable. We don't need duplexes , condos or apartments there. We want to keep our home values good. Thanks

July 28, 2024
at 5:01 PM

July 31, 2024
at 11:48 AM

Marie
37924

7-A-24-HPA
Marie (37924), July 29, 2024 at 7:01 AM

From watching a past Knox County planning commission meeting online. I understand there is Hillside Protection in the City of Knoxville. With Knox county Knox Planning makes the recommendation. I lived in area for 21 years. I saw what happened to Clear Springs Plantation. Homeowners thinking they are living behind trees and soon later learned all trees gone and now DR Horton comes in and builds house after house with no yard. Drainage issues, errosion issues, TDEC issues. Comes down to pure greed with developers. Knox county is getting to where we no longer have county. Stand up and do the right thing.

July 29, 2024
at 7:01 AM

7-K-24-RZ

Wayne
37902

7-K-24-RZ
Wayne (37902), July 29, 2024 at 1:49 PM

Please see attached correspondence
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240729134918.pdf

July 29, 2024
at 1:49 PM

8-C-24-RZ

Tommy
37920

8-C-24-RZ
Tommy (37920), July 31, 2024 at 11:48 AM

Maybe they should leave it agricultural and save the hillside and trees. Maybe the owners shouldn't sell to dr Horton and maybe consider donating it to city of Knoxville for community garden ;) dr Horton has enough land in Knoxville Tn and has anyone read the reviews or asked the dr Horton home owners how much of a head ache dr Horton is to fix the new homes they build and sell to Knoxvillians! Many problems from dr Horton and greedy people in charge love to destroy the hillside protection. But who cares let's get money and down with all the trees and hillsides we all love they way Vegas looks nice and flat. Hopefully we can make Knoxville nice and flat! Yay to $330k to destroy the environment, let's go dr Horton stock diamond hands! P. S. Please allow dr Horton to destroy the trees and add more traffic to the blind curve and school zone and pollution in creek from construction, yes I can see the stock mooning now. What a joyful day! Thanks

8-D-24-PA

Robert
37938

8-D-24-PA
Robert (37938), August 2, 2024 at 8:47 AM

Applicant comments with traffic flow map attached
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240802084712.pdf

August 2, 2024
at 8:47 AM

August 2, 2024
at 12:21 PM

Taylor
37919

8-A-24-OB
Taylor (37919), August 2, 2024 at 12:21 PM

Please find attached correspondence in support of the DRB's approval on the design plans for the Project on behalf of the applicant, Brock Hudgins Architects.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240802122118.pdf

August 2, 2024
at 12:26 PM

Taylor
37919

8-A-24-OB
Taylor (37919), August 2, 2024 at 12:26 PM

Attached are the Exhibits referenced in letter submitted on behalf of the DRB applicant, Brock Hudgins Architects. This attachments provides clearer renderings of the Exhibits.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240802122623.pdf

8-M-24-RZ

Gina
37931

8-M-24-RZ
Gina (37931), August 4, 2024 at 10:09 PM

Nothing else needs to go at this bustling intersection. The traffic is already a mess, especially during the school year. The school continues to grow, and with additional homes being added to the area at an unprecedented rate, the infrastructure can't handle the already heavy growth. Save rural Karns & keep our kid's school route safe. Vote no to rezone this parcel.

August 4, 2024
at 10:09 PM

8-M-24-RZ

Karina
37931

8-M-24-RZ
Karina (37931), August 5, 2024 at 7:35 AM

The traffic at this intersection is a mess already for us the grt out of our subdivision takes for ever the incoming traffic from west emory towards traffic light does not gives us enough time to exit/enter our subdivision! We are NOT happy with the change of re zoning!!!! Getting our kids to school or going to work safe and on time is all we want No new business no more traffic

August 5, 2024
at 7:35 AM

6-O-24-RZ

Benjamin
37902

6-O-24-RZ
Benjamin (37902), August 5, 2024 at 10:18 AM

Applicant Correspondence
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240805101846.pdf

August 5, 2024
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August 5, 2024
at 10:56 AM

Carole Lee
37849

8-B-24-UR
Carole Lee (37849), August 5, 2024 at 10:56 AM

We don't want duplexes in our neighborhood. Our street is a 1/2 mile long, single lane, dead end street. It can not handle any more traffic. It's sad that this lot was carved up and sold. All the lots on Verton Drive are approximately 2 acres. That was the appeal of buying a home on this street. If this developer is allowed to build 2 duplexes on this parcel, they will be taking everything from us. Are home is located directly across the very narrow street where these proposed duplexes will be built.

August 5, 2024
at 11:01 AM

William
37849

8-B-24-UR
William (37849), August 5, 2024 at 11:01 AM

NO, TO THE PROPOSED BUILD OF 2 DUPLEXES ON VERTON DRIVE, POWELL TN.

August 5, 2024
at 2:53 PM

Daniel
37915

8-A-24-OB
Daniel (37915), August 5, 2024 at 2:53 PM

Please see the attached correspondence. The Overlook Owners Association opposes this item due violation of numerous Downtown Knoxville Design Guidelines. We urge the Planning Commission to deny the application.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20240805145320.pdf

8-L-24-RZ

Jeff
37931

8-L-24-RZ
Jeff (37931), August 5, 2024 at 4:57 PM

Hardin Valley Planning Advocates requests that this be zoned CN Neighborhood Commercial. The requested property is surrounded by the Yarnell Farm, one of Hardin Valley's last remaining Century Farms. The requested CA zone does not have any landscape requirements or signage requirements. The CN zone has landscaping requirements; and permits smaller signs than CA. CN zoning is compatible with the historic Yarnell farm's agricultural and nearby residential uses.

August 5, 2024
at 4:57 PM

7-D-24-SP

carlene
37918

7-D-24-SP
carlene (37918), August 5, 2024 at 6:43 PM

The Board of Fountain City Town Hall, Inc., asks that you approve the professional staff's recommendation, which is to approve a rezoning from RN-1 to RN-2 and to deny the Sector and One Year Plan amendments from LDR to MDR and to deny the request to rezone from RN-1 to RN-4. Thank you.

August 5, 2024
at 6:43 PM

August 5, 2024
at 7:18 PM

Charles (Daniel)
37938

8-K-24-RZ
Charles (Daniel) (37938), August 5, 2024 at 7:18 PM

I share a property line with this parcel and am definitely opposed to the rezoning request. This property is surrounded by single family homes and neighborhoods. Multifamily housing is not a fit for this area.

August 5, 2024
at 9:02 PM

Josh
37849

8-B-24-UR
Josh (37849), August 5, 2024 at 9:02 PM

Approximately 6years ago when I purchased my home I made my purchase based on the fact that the houses were spread apart so and no one could build behind me due to single family homes and privacy. All property on this road are single family homes per lot that are NOT COMMERCIAL. Due to traffic and safety problems I do NOT want these duplexes in my neighborhood.

August 5, 2024
at 10:26 PM

Chris
37938

8-K-24-RZ
Chris (37938), August 5, 2024 at 10:26 PM

This could also be section 8 paid for rentals. So this happen,. We pay for it and put up with drug dealers as we do on Carr lane already at atleast 2 homes. It's much harder to keep this from happening now, then later. Increased traffic and increase in theft, traffic, home burglaries. This is a terrible idea for multi family structures. I oppose.