August 13, 2026
Planning Commission meeting

Public Comments

2 Comments for
X ZIP Code
Case Number
Name
Comment
Attachment
On Behalf Of
Date
4-A-26-OB
Michael
37849
4-A-26-OB
Michael (37849), August 11, 2026 at 9:55 AM
I'm a barber at a shop in South Knoxville.This project would absolutely benefit all the businesses on Sevier avenue and the surrounding area. I have heard a few comments about how we don't need any more development in South knoxville, but this exactly what we need. This isn't more student housing. This is a senior living development that brings more business to our local shops and restaurants.
Also, as a lifetime Knoxville resident, it's good to see upward movement in the area proposed. The Shriners Temple has just decayed over the years and I'd love to see the space improved.
August 11, 2026
at 9:55 AM
8-J-26-RZ
Summer
37849
8-J-26-RZ
Summer (37849), August 11, 2026 at 11:58 PM
Some concerns need to be addressed before approving. As a neighbor, living next to the location, I'd like to bring up considerations. First, the land is a water shed , retention pond, when there is rain. The pasture becomes flooded after downpour. Where would water go? Flood new properties? If land is built up to level it out, would water not be forced to run into adjacent properties? If built in the sunken field, water will still settle. If members visit after rain, presence of high water will be visible. Who wants to have a neighborhood in a flood zone? My second topic is about HEISKELL ROAD. As residents, it's necessary to accelerate quickly out of our driveways or risk getting hit by oncoming traffic. We are in the path of a dangerous part of this road, with sign stating that Hill blocks view, near the entrance of the parcel. Visibility is limited. There have been car accidents in this location due to lack of visibility. Imagine many new residents in this development, turning, within an already dangerous stretch of road, potentially causing more risk & accidents. Traffic is challenging when cars turn into the neighboring Country Walk or one of our homes. If school bus, trash truck, or mail truck are stopped, traffic gets congested. Water retention , traffic and road visibility concerns, and cramming a multi dwelling community in a rural setting where a hill blocks views should be researched before approving.
August 11, 2026
at 11:58 PM