May 14, 2026
Planning Commission meeting

Public Comments

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5-R-26-RZ
Dixie
37922
5-R-26-RZ
Dixie (37922), April 28, 2026 at 3:16 PM
Dear Planning Commission
Many of us in Hidden Glen are a little alarmed at this proposed zoning change. 48 acres at 5 or even 4 per acre is way too many cars for two lane George Williams. With two entrance/exits on either side of Hidden Glen the amount of traffic created will invite backups or collisions on GW. The proposal also looks to connect the back of the property to Triplett Lane to Kingston Pike which would create a very busy pass through type shortcut to George Williams from all directions. I know people need places to live, but please vote No without clear upgrades, much less density and widening of affected roads
April 28, 2026
at 3:16 PM
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Nicole
37922
5-R-26-RZ
Nicole (37922), April 28, 2026 at 4:47 PM
I am extremely opposed to this proposition in relation to the lack of infrastructure that is needed to sustain such population and traffic. George Williams and Fox Road cannot handle such traffic. This would be a disaster. Not to mention, the schools in this area cannot effectively incorporate an increase in population of this magnitude. Please consider denying this request. Sometimes common sense should supersede financial gain. At the very least take in consideration of advancing the infrastructure before hand.
April 28, 2026
at 4:47 PM
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Philip
37922
5-R-26-RZ
Philip (37922), April 28, 2026 at 6:41 PM
The applicant has requested rezoning of the entire 48.24 acres of the parcel at 5 dwelling units per acre, or 241 dwellings.
1. Access to the new residential development on the rezoned property should be limited to George Williams Road only. The applicant's parcel includes a 25 foot wide strip, a portion of an existing driveway, which extends approximately 1600 feet north and east to the terminus of Triplett Lane. Neither this 25 foot wide strip nor a combination of it with the parallel 25 foot strip to an adjacent parcel should ever be utilized to develop a public road to connect with or extend Triplett Lane to the new residential development.
2. The density is too high. It is very likely that when we finally see the site plan, only the southern slope near George Williams Road, approximately 34 acres, will be utilized for residential development, leaving the current owner's house, stables and pasture separated. At the allowed 241 dwellings, the new residential development would thus have a density 7.1 du/ac. The overall density should be reduced to a maximum of 4 du/ac.
April 28, 2026
at 6:41 PM
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Linda & Richard
37922
5-R-26-RZ
Linda & Richard (37922), April 28, 2026 at 8:24 PM
Our property is adjacent to this proposed development. Lot sizes in our neighborhood are 1/3 acre minimum. This proposed developments density of 5 du/ac is not consistent with the surrounding neighborhoods. It will put more traffic on George Williams Rd. and make turning left more dangerous. Higher density housing is more concerning to us than the fact that the land is being developed for residential purposes. We'll miss seeing the beautiful horses in the pasture and the wild turkeys strolling in our backyard.
April 28, 2026
at 8:24 PM
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Donna
37922
5-R-26-RZ
Donna (37922), April 29, 2026 at 6:49 PM
I am very concerned about the high density housing you plan on building. Our roads just can't handle it, we already have a hard time turning left into George Williams off of Brooke Valley Blvd. We already have all the other high density housing coming in off Fox Rd. This will increase traffic coming in from Kingston Pike also. I oppose this Rezoning!
April 29, 2026
at 6:49 PM
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Debbie
37922
5-R-26-RZ
Debbie (37922), April 29, 2026 at 6:59 PM
I would like this project to be reconsidered. I am very concerned about the significant traffic to George Willams road. Adding this traffic to a road close to a school is a problem plus the road is very narrow and dangerous especially at night. Please do not approve this!
April 29, 2026
at 6:59 PM
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Henry
37922
5-R-26-RZ
Henry (37922), April 29, 2026 at 10:00 PM
I am writing to express my opposition to the proposed subdivision. The current plan raises serious concerns about traffic safety and congestion that do not appear to be adequately addressed.
The development would significantly increase traffic volume in an area that is already constrained by limited road capacity. In particular, the proposal to create a through street connecting a major roadway to an existing two-lane road is problematic. This change is likely to redirect a substantial amount of cut-through traffic into a roadway that is not designed to handle higher volumes or speeds, increasing the risk of congestion, accidents, and delays.
Additionally, there does not appear to be sufficient traffic impact analysis demonstrating that the surrounding infrastructure can safely and efficiently accommodate the projected increase in vehicles. Without clear mitigation measures such as road widening, traffic calming strategies, or signal improvements, the proposal places an undue burden on current residents and commuters.
For these reasons, I urge the planning commission to deny or reconsider the subdivision proposal until a comprehensive traffic study is conducted and meaningful infrastructure improvements are included to address these concerns.
April 29, 2026
at 10:00 PM
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Steven
37922
5-R-26-RZ
Steven (37922), April 30, 2026 at 1:39 PM
Regarding the proposed rezoning of the property at 9857 George Williams Rd., the primary argument against the proposed unit density of 5 du/acre is that this would add 150 to 200 new residences to the area at the intersection of George Williams Rd. with Fox Rd. which would also bring approximately 300 to 400 new vehicles into an already congested area for traffic. There is already one neighborhood going in right at the George Williams - Fox Rd intersection and now this proposed development would add even more homes within 1/4 mile of the same intersection.
I propose two items for this project to be approved: 1. a reduction in the allowable residences per acre to a maximum of 3, and 2. even with such a prudent reduction, that the commission approve the construction of a traffic circle at the intersection of George Williams and Fox to facilitate the ease of movement of associated traffic. Further, that the traffic circle will be completed prior to any construction being allowed on the property in question. And, no, a traffic light is not a realistic or acceptable solution. That would be entirely inappropriate and more conducive to traffic jams and hassles than a traffic circle for the movement of vehicles on George Williams and Fox roads as well as making it more convenient for school buses to navigate the intersection.
April 30, 2026
at 1:39 PM
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Erin
37922
5-R-26-RZ
Erin (37922), May 1, 2026 at 2:19 PM
I am writing to formally express my concerns regarding the continued approval of high-density developments along George Williams Road, Fox Road, and Emory Church Road. While development continues to accelerate, there has been a noticeable lack of concurrent infrastructure or traffic flow improvements. Our local roads—which remain narrow, rural routes—are being overwhelmed by volume they were never designed to handle. Please see attached PDF with more specific concerns.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20260501141907.pdf
May 1, 2026
at 2:19 PM
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Mandy
37922
5-R-26-RZ
Mandy (37922), May 4, 2026 at 9:33 PM
Thank you for taking our comments. We request that you please reconsider this proposed zoning change. We understand Knox County needs additional housing, but we are very concerned that the proposed neighborhood, especially its density, could significantly impact already strained resources in this area by further pushing the limits of schools/bus capacity, increasing traffic congestion and risk to George Williams Rd., increasing audible noise from Pellissippi, and degrading the natural tree-lined landscape of our community.
Pleases see PDF attached with more detail to our concerns.

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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20260504213355.pdf
May 4, 2026
at 9:33 PM
4-B-26-RZ
Thomas
37922
4-B-26-RZ
Thomas (37922), May 6, 2026 at 2:23 PM
Attached is a letter from the project engineer following a conversation between the engineer and Knox County Engineering & Public Works regarding the access to the site being off Kitts road.

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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20260506142359.pdf
May 6, 2026
at 2:23 PM
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Deborah
37922
5-R-26-RZ
Deborah (37922), May 11, 2026 at 7:11 PM
I am unable to attend this meeting but feel strongly that this application be denied. George Williams has already taken on much more traffic in recent years and this development would be very dangerous. George Williams road is narrow and hilly making it unable to take on a development of this size. There is very heavy traffic during school hours as it carries traffic to West Valley Middle school. I live right next to the proposed site and it is very difficult to make a left during school morning hours as well as when school lets out. Environmentally, the loss of the vegetation is concerning. All the new developments in the nearby area has made the traffic on the Pellissippi Parkway audible from my home. Removing all of the trees on this beautiful property would only make this worse.
Thank you so much for considering my concerns!
May 11, 2026
at 7:11 PM
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Mark
37922
5-R-26-RZ
Mark (37922), May 11, 2026 at 7:47 PM
My comments are attached. It includes commentary of both the Staff Recommendation and the new Applicant Correspondence submitted today.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20260511194704.pdf
May 11, 2026
at 7:47 PM
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Karen
37922
5-R-26-RZ
Karen (37922), May 11, 2026 at 8:12 PM
I am a resident of the Woods at West Valley subdivision located off of George Williams Road. I am submitting this in opposition to the development being planned off George Williams rd. This area is already saturated and the roads cannot handle more traffic. It is becoming a safety issue with the amount of vehicles on George Williams and Fox roads.
May 11, 2026
at 8:12 PM
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Joel and Lisa
37922
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Joel and Lisa (37922), May 12, 2026 at 9:30 PM
We are writing to express our serious concern. We have lived on our property 40 years. Since that time we have watched as development has occurred all around us.
In previous years traffic on Triplett Lane was acceptable. Over the past few years it has increased significantly, causing congestion at the intersection with Kingston Pk, making entry/exit hazardous
First, we experienced the addition of homes added to adjoining property that was subdivided and built on, totally crowding up what was an open space. Most recently we have seen the addition of a 25 unit neighborhood situated on 7 acres built across from our property. While it's a nice development, the added traffic is very noticeable to all of us on this street.
We already deal with persons from up Triplett or coming in off Kingston Pike speeding up and down our little lane like it's an open highway.
The exponential increase in traffic this proposed development would bring causes us great alarm at best and puts all of us in danger at worst. Triplett Lane simply cannot handle any additional load.
In addition, this type of development strays far from the original intent of development for this area, which was to provide open areas of living with sizeable properties. This has already been diminished greatly, and with this proposed rezoning, would be lost completely.
We respectfully submit that our family does not support the application for rezoning, using Triplett Lane as an entry point.
May 12, 2026
at 9:30 PM