December 10, 2020
Planning Commission meeting
Planning Commission meeting
Public Comments
258 Comments for
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Alvin September 30, 2020 at 11:54 AM
can this be put off till next month ?, or leave this zone as is.SORRY I DO NOT DO virtual meeting.Alvin September 30, 2020 at 11:54 AM
signs was posted 9/28/2020, the community need to participate and have time to no water main is on Zion Lane Fire hydrant in over 1000 feet from this.
The community needs more time to be made aware of the proposed rezoning and to provide comments.
The Covid-19 concerns requiring online meetings make it difficult for the community to participate in the public hearings.
If a "group home" can be permitted as a "use on review" in the A (Agricultural) zone district this may have negative impacts on the surrounding community and adjacent property owners.
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Christopher October 4, 2020 at 6:26 PM
Our neighborhood, Huntcrest subdivision, was just made aware by a neighbor of the rezoning request for 3430 Zion Lane off of Ball Road. The last time this request was tabled because the neighbors and surrounding areas do not believe that this type of business should be set up with surrounding children, homes, bus stops for school, daycare?s. We understand second chances, we understand the need for a facility, but for safety sake this is not the place to have one. This is purely for a residential home owner to turn their lot into a business to make money. And in no way is safe.I was a correction officer, who worked with people just coming out of prison or we?re on their last chance before they went to prison. For many the transition was not easy and many ended up back in prison. This is not the place in our neighborhood for this.Christopher October 4, 2020 at 6:26 PM
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Jennifer October 4, 2020 at 11:08 PM
On 2/9/2017 File # 2-A-17-SP Agenda Item #40 you, DENNIED the rezoning to OB (O?ce, Medical & Related Services), consistent with the denial recommendation for the associated sector plan amendment. Approval of OB zoning for this site would be a spot rezoning, giving the applicant development rights that neighboring property owners do not have. The residential zoning pa. ern is well established in this area and should be maintained. Also, the current PR zoning and density allows reasonable use of the property. There is no justi?cation for changing either the plan designation or zoning for this particular property.Jennifer October 4, 2020 at 11:08 PM
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Christopher October 5, 2020 at 8:14 AM
I live at 3124 Champions Trail Lane off of Ball Road; Since this is a virtual meeting, do we have the ability to voice our concern at the 10/8th meeting?Our neighborhood, Huntcrest subdivision, was just made aware by a neighbor of the rezoning request for 3430 Zion Lane off of Ball Road. The last time this request was tabled because the neighbors and surrounding areas do not believe that this type of business should be set up with surrounding children, homes, bus stops for school, daycare?s. We understand second chances, we understand the need for a facility, but for safety sake this is not the place to have one. This is purely for a residential home owner to turn their lot into a business to make money. And in no way is safe.I was a correction officer, who worked with people just coming out of prison or we?re on their last chance before they went to prison. For many the transition was not easy and many ended up back in prison. This is not the place in our neighborhood for this.Christopher October 5, 2020 at 8:14 AM
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Stephanie October 5, 2020 at 6:05 PM
Is there a petition to sign to protest the rezoning of a men's home right across from our neighborhood on Zion Lane, off Ball Road.We were just made aware of the plans to put men straight out of prison, with substance abuse and/or mental illness right in the middle of a residential area with families & kids getting on & off the school bus every day.Why is this even a possibility or option in this area? Organizations & Homes such as this should be on private property, away from busy areas.My father actually ran a men's home just like this in Corpus Christi, Texas and in Pikeville, TN. Each time, they were on a gated property, not allowed to leave the property unless with a staff chaperone, and they had enough property to not be close or see any of their neighbors' homes.It's not a matter of being insensitive to what they're wanting to accomplish, and getting assistance to transition back into society. The issue is that they're so close to potential temptations to break into homes/cars, or worse. That's our fear as a community.Thank you for listening. Please consider finding a property elsewhere, away from residential areas where they really can find more peace & serenity in their environment.Stephanie October 5, 2020 at 6:05 PM
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Pam October 5, 2020 at 11:15 PM
I?m requesting that you deny the rezoning application for 3430 Zion Lane, Knoxville, TN. The justification for the rezoning is not apparent today anymore than it was apparent in 2017.Thank you for any and all considerations of my request to deny the rezoning of 3430 Zion Lane.Pam October 5, 2020 at 11:15 PM
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Summer October 6, 2020 at 11:21 AM
It has been brought to my neighborhoods attention that a home for men is wanting to open near us. We are strongly against this. Although I agree that the men deserve help, we would prefer it not be so close to our homes and children. As a mother of two adopted children who have drug addict birth parents I know first hand how hard it can be for people to change. Please consider building the home for men else where.Summer October 6, 2020 at 11:21 AM
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Curt October 6, 2020 at 5:34 PM
While there may indeed be a need for this facility, this is not the proper location. The safety of the surrounding schools and families must take precedent is a situation such as this.Curt October 6, 2020 at 5:34 PM
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Rob October 6, 2020 at 9:30 PM
Please consider my and all other concerned citizen's opinions on this issue. We love our residences/community and would hate to have them affected by a poorly placed rehabilitation center. The residences/community, as well as the individuals that the rehab center is being proposed for, would be better off if the proposed center were planned and constructed at an alternate location.Rob October 6, 2020 at 9:30 PM
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Megan October 7, 2020 at 8:32 AM
I strongly urge you to deny the plans for the addiction treatment facility on Zion Lane. This is a predominately residential area with a high volume of traffic as it is. The approval of this facility would result in even more traffic in such a congested area. (Zion Lane is located off Ball Road, which is home to six subdivisions.)While I am in no way against treatment facilities, I do believe that they do not belong in residential areas. Please take into consideration the large number of children who live in this area...children who play in their neighborhoods, children who play in their front yards, children who wait at bus stops for school each morning...please consider their safety.Megan October 7, 2020 at 8:32 AM
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Deserie (37931), October 7, 2020 at 1:51 PM
Hello, I am a resident of Huntcrest Subdivision and I am writing to express my concern about the proposed rezoning of 3430 Zion Lane since it within close proximity of my residence at 3112 Champions Trail Lane. The proposed rezoning seems out of place for such area which is predominately zoned residential with 5 large residential subdivisions along Ball Rd. across from the property proposed for rezoning. The subdivisions include Foxfield, Huntcrest, Miller?s Plantation, Maple Valley, and Shadowbrook, which are home to hundreds of residents who bought homes in this area because it was predominately residential zoning which lends to a sense of security and privacy.Furthermore, the proposed home for those trying to get back on their feet does not appear appropriately placed in an area with no immediate work or transportation opportunity. This is worrisome to residents of the area, with concern for foot traffic and crime likely to increase with so many homes close as an immediate opportunity to theft.I appreciate your consideration to deny the request for rezoning on this case, or at a minimum to postpone approval to allow time for residents of the area to be notified to have an opportunity to speak their opinion. This decision will affect our personal home life, and it is fitting to give our community time to voice each opinion on this matter.Deserie (37931), October 7, 2020 at 1:51 PM
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Brittany October 7, 2020 at 6:48 PM
hello, I am completely against this rezoning for home for men on zion lane off of ball road. This is absurd when there are small children and children in general living in this area and this area still being somewhat rural. I live on Ball road and I will not tolerate this type of person near me or my family. NO ONE WANTS TO LIVE NEXT TO A JUNKIE OR SOMEONE WHO JUST GOT OUT OF PRISION. This is something that could be done but not in a rural area! I am sorry but where I live there is plenty of land before you can see my house and if any type of male or unknown figure on my property will not be welcome and will be greeted with several types of security. I OPPOSE this 100000000%Brittany October 7, 2020 at 6:48 PM
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Amber October 7, 2020 at 8:44 PM
I am emailing you because I have concerns about the rezoning at Zions lane. I live on Ball rd right next to Zions lane the facility would be really close to my house. It would be right behind my house. I am a 20 year old and I live at home with my mom and my other 2 sisters. We live alone because my dad passed away. If the facility becomes a home for men that is not guarded/ secured and the men can just come and go as they please I would never feel safe out in my yard or in my home. I hope you consider what I am saying.Amber October 7, 2020 at 8:44 PM
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Andrea October 7, 2020 at 9:49 PM
Since I am unable to be at the MPC meeting, I would like to voice my opinion on the rezoning. I feel that this is an unsafe location for this type of facility, and is more suited for a commercial area. If this facility is approved in this area, it will make my daughters and I feel unsafe not only outside but also inside our home. Also, since it is a residential area, I feel that other families have similar concerns of safety and property value.Andrea October 7, 2020 at 9:49 PM
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Christopher October 16, 2020 at 7:11 PM
Angelic Ministries has initiated a petition for Zion Lane. How does the impact Knox County Rezoning? Since they asked to rezone to Vegetation how does that allow them to set up a men's home with staff? This is my message that I sent to our impacted neighborhood.Christopher October 16, 2020 at 7:11 PM
They push transparency but we had to dig to see who was asking for rezoning and for what. They then ask to postpone the rezoning until November so that they can be transparent and set up a meeting for neighbors to come listen to what they went to do next to our homes.
In the mean time they set up a petition for anyone to sign to support their build. Highly improbable that the people living here are the ones signing it. Please do not forget about 10/29.
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Christopher October 16, 2020 at 9:05 PM
This is the email that they are sending people who sent complaints to the commission. Very controlling and encouraging less presence. While they are trying to build a large support petition from people other than from the subdivisions that will be impactedChristopher October 16, 2020 at 9:05 PM
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Greg (37931), October 22, 2020 at 7:01 AM
This email is concerning 9-A-20-RZ and 11-F-20-UR. There are 4 residents of voting age living at 3257 Red Meadow Rd, Knoxville, TN 37931 who OPPOSE this request. While we hope these men get the help they need, we are NOT in favor of these rezoning requests, because:1.) Primarily there are houses with young children playing, and catch the school bus, etc. in the area and the presence of this facility will be a direct threat to their safety and security, regardless of the efforts that may or may not be made to solve this problem.2.) There is currently no public transportation to/from the area and no safe means for the men to walk to/from any place where public transportation might be obtained.As someone who has ministered to such men in the past, I understand the need for these men to be reached and helped. However, with a county the size of Knox, there are for sure many better places for this type of facility. Please do NOT allow this rezoning. We will be watching this closely to see how this takes place and what the decisions are!Greg (37931), October 22, 2020 at 7:01 AM
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Sonya (37931), October 26, 2020 at 7:45 AM
This email is concerning 9-A-20-RZ and 11-F-20-UR. There are 3 residents of voting age living at 6004 Star Ray, Knoxville, TN 37931 who OPPOSE this request. While we hope these men get the help they need, we are NOT in favor of these rezoning requests, because:Sonya (37931), October 26, 2020 at 7:45 AM
1.) Primarily there are houses with young children playing, and catch the school bus, etc. in the area and the presenceof this facility will be a direct threat to their safety and security, regardless of the efforts that may or may not be made to solve this problem.2.) There is currently no public transportation to/from the area and no safe means for the men to walk to/from any place where public transportation might be obtained.I understand the need for these men to be reached and helped. However, with a county the size of Knox, there are for sure many better places for this type of facility. Please do NOT allow this rezoning. We will be watching this closely to see how this takes place and what the decisions are!
Gregory
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Gregory (37931), October 26, 2020 at 10:03 AM
1.) Primarily there are houses with young children playing, and catch the school bus, etc. in the area and the presenceof this facility will be a direct threat to their safety and security, regardless of the efforts that may or may not be made to solve this problem.2.) There is currently no public transportation to/from the area and no safe means for the men to walk to/from any place where public transportation might be obtained.I understand the need for these men to be reached and helped. However, with a county the size of Knox, there are for sure many better places for this type of facility. Please do NOT allow this rezoning. We will be watching this closely to see how this takes place and what the decisions are!Gregory (37931), October 26, 2020 at 10:03 AM
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Gregory (37931), October 26, 2020 at 10:04 AM
This email is concerning 9-A-20-RZ and 11-F-20-UR. There are 2 residents of voting age living at 3209 Red Meadow Rd, Knoxville, TN 37931 who OPPOSE this request. While we hope these men get the help they need, we are NOT in favor of these rezoning requests, because:1.) Primarily there are houses with young children playing, and catch the school bus, etc. in the area and the presenceof this facility will be a direct threat to their safety and security, regardless of the efforts that may or may not be made to solve this problem.2.) There is currently no public transportation to/from the area and no safe means for the men to walk to/from any place where public transportation might be obtained.Gregory (37931), October 26, 2020 at 10:04 AM
I understand the need for these men to be reached and helped. However, with a county the size of Knox, there are for sure many better places for this type of facility. Please do NOT allow this rezoning. We will be watching this closely to see how this takes place and what the decisions are!
Stevie
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Stevie (37931), October 28, 2020 at 2:50 AM
To Whom it May Concern:I am writing regarding case 9-A-20-RZ and 11-F-20-UR. There are currently 2 residents of age to vote at the current residence of 3310 Red Meadow Rd, Knoxville, TN 37931 who OPPOSE this request. As I do hope these men get the assistance they need, we are NOT in favor of these rezoning requests, due to the following reasons:The location of this facility will be surrounded by homes / subdivisions with families and young children. These young children play, catch the school bus, etc. in the area. This includes my children along with other families. This facility will be in the direct threat of these children's security and safety, regardless of the efforts to help this from happening.The location of this facility is poorly thought out due to the lack of public transportation for these individuals. The location of this property will not allow the men to walk to and from the area in a safe manor as there is a lack of sidewalks on Ball Rd.As someone who has family who has dealt with issue of domestic violence and drug abuse I do understand the need for those in these situations to be helped. I do believe with a location the size of Knoxville, there other locations which would benefit these men. Please do NOT allow this rezoning and jeopardize our children and families. As a homeowner I will be watching closely to see the results of this decision.Stevie (37931), October 28, 2020 at 2:50 AM
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Tony October 28, 2020 at 1:30 PM
Mrs. Albertson, I wanted to make it a point of record for the rezoning meeting coming in November as well as the UOR in December that we have been working toward a meeting on the 29th as was announced at our last meeting. Since then, at the urging of community leaders we have been given a venue to meet by Grace Baptist Church which lies in that community for a meeting that will be held on November 2nd. At 6:00 p.m.At their request due to Covid-19, they are limiting us to attendance of 25. We wanted to notify any commissioners that may have been planning on attending the meeting at our facility on the 29th be notified of the change. Also is an electronic attachment sent to those who emailed any questions or concerned that we would like you to share as well. Thank you so much.Tony October 28, 2020 at 1:30 PM
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Kevin (37931), October 30, 2020 at 11:26 PM
I strongly urge you not to allow rezoning for the purpose of establishing an Addiction Treatment Facility or similar Rehabilitation Facility in this residential family part of the Karns community. If you have any doubts about the validity of these reasons, and you haven't visited Ball Road and noticed the growing community, I urge you to do so before this item comes up for consideration. Allowing an Addiction Treatment Facility or Rehabilitation Facility in this area would be a mistake.Kevin (37931), October 30, 2020 at 11:26 PM
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Angela & Kevin (37931), November 6, 2020 at 3:23 PM
I am writing with my firm OBJECTION to two current requests for rezoning. The first rezoning request is for vegetation (9-A-20-RZ) followed by a second request for Multi-family Residential rezoning (11-F-20-UR), both on the same property in the Karns area on Zion Lane, off Ball Rd.Angela & Kevin (37931), November 6, 2020 at 3:23 PM
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Megan (37931), November 6, 2020 at 9:59 PM
This letter is in regards to 9-A-20-RZ, the rezoning of Zion Lane from planned residential to agricultural. Angelic Ministries is seeking to build a "men's home" on this property. I have several issues with this, as it is in close proximity to my neighborhood. Megan (37931), November 6, 2020 at 9:59 PM
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Kelsey November 8, 2020 at 12:33 PM
I am writing on behalf of my family due to our concerns for the upcoming planned development of the Angelic Ministries "Boarding House." My family and I live in Foxfield subdivision which is directly across from this planned rehabilitation center on Zion road. We are in strong disagreement and objection of the location of this facility. My previous work, and credentials in the mental health field have allowed me the opportunity to have experience working in facilities of this manner and been privy to the operations. While I am not against the center itself, I find the location of this facility highly inappropriate and not a proper placement in this community. This facility would find itself surrounded by multiple subdivisions in which there are a multitude of children in these environments. Placing a men's rehabilitation center, or boarding house is not only dangerous it is negligent. As you are aware, addiction is rarely a single diagnosis, and often has multiple comorbidities. While the "goal" is to not allow for any previous sexual or violent offenders" we are aware of how these offenses can quickly escalate and turn into not only violence but a decline into behaviors that are undesirable and illegal when addiction is involved. A men's home that has guidelines NOW, but having worked in these facilities, I understand the lack of enforceability in requiring these individuals to remain in the facility. The allowance of this facility would not only be placing the immediate community at risk, but as stated before is negligent. I strongly object to the placement of this facility and you do not have my family's support.Kelsey November 8, 2020 at 12:33 PM
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Joy (37931), November 9, 2020 at 8:10 AM
I STRONGLY object to this kind of establishment being placed in my community. I didn't even get into how it would negatively affect home values or property tax revenue or any other economic subject you could think of. Because that wouldn't be right. I'm not saying what I'm saying for money. I'm saying it for my family, for the families around me and everyone else who wants to remain living in a safe community. DO NOT REZONE TO LET ANGELIC MINISTRIES RUN ROUGHSHOD IN OUR COMMUNITY! Joy (37931), November 9, 2020 at 8:10 AM
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Kerry November 9, 2020 at 8:10 AM
While my husband and I appreciate the intent of Angelic Ministries and their mission, we strongly urge you not to allow rezoning for the purpose of establishing an Addiction Treatment Facility or similar Rehabilitation Facility in this residential family part of the Karns community. There are better placed within Knox County suited for a facility of this nature. If you have any doubts about the validity of these reasons, and you haven?t visited Ball Road and noticed the growing community, I urge you to do so before this item comes up for consideration. Allowing an Addiction Treatment Facility or Rehabilitation Facility in this area would be a mistake.Kerry November 9, 2020 at 8:10 AM
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Megan November 9, 2020 at 8:10 AM
I strongly dislike how Angelic Ministries is trying to push themselves onto our community. They have not been transparent with anything. They have refused to provide any direct answers. I am deeply concerned with the safety and well being of my family and my neighbors if this "boarding house" (without properly trained staff) is allowed to open. I urge you to consider how you yourself would feel if this was being proposed in your own community. No one wants this in their backdoor. The lack of staff training and false labelling of a "boarding house" should constitute a rejection. Please deny their rezoning request.Megan November 9, 2020 at 8:10 AM
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Joe (37931), November 9, 2020 at 8:10 AM
As a neighbor, Knox county resident, and voter I strongly believe such a facility does not belong near residential communities and Angelic Ministries mission is best served either growing their current facilities or finding other property well removed from the people of Knox county.Joe (37931), November 9, 2020 at 8:10 AM
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Rob November 9, 2020 at 8:10 AM
Please consider my and all other concerned citizen's opinions on this issue. We love our residences/community and would hate to have them affected by a poorly placed "boarding house". The residences/community, as well as the individuals that the rehab center is being proposed for, would be better off if the proposed center were planned and constructed at an alternate location. Rob November 9, 2020 at 8:10 AM
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Kevin (37931), November 9, 2020 at 10:10 AM
Thank You for strongly considering my opposition to deny these rezoning requests when the commission meets on November 12th 2020 and any future dates when this may be on the planning commission’s agenda.Kevin (37931), November 9, 2020 at 10:10 AM
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Anatoliy November 9, 2020 at 12:14 PM
I am a resident of the Foxfield subdivision in Karns. I have a family with two young children. I am writing you regarding possible plans to approve the project to build a boarding house across the road from where we live on Zion Lane. Rezoning 9-A-20-RZ, 11-F-20-UR.Anatoliy November 9, 2020 at 12:14 PM
I’d like to let you know that I’m opposed to having this project approved. My community is not an experiment for angelic ministries to build their boarding house. I don’t want to worry about my children being outside because it only takes one person to fail their efforts to help him before they can start roaming around close-by subdivisions.Its you Responsibility to make decisions to keep the community safe and desirable to live in. If the boarding house is built all our house values would drop. People that care about their community will move somewhere else with their families and people that don’t care will take their place. This one decision can change the surrounding communities significantly and not for the better.
Please do not approve this project.
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John and Sharon November 9, 2020 at 12:19 PM
Knoxville-Knox Planning Commission,John and Sharon November 9, 2020 at 12:19 PM
I am writing this morning to voice my strong opposition to the two pending cases in relation to the Zion Road rezoning proposal that are currently in front of you. I am a resident of Foxfield subdivision in the Karns community of Knox County. While I do not have children living at home, most of my neighbors do and facility of this type, while warranted, is a major safety and economic concern for me and my neighbors. Allowing this type of “soft jail” facility to exist is a residential area is only inviting issues into the area. It is also my understanding that Angelic Ministries has never operated a facility as they are proposing and it does not have the qualified staff to take on a “project” such as this. If I understand the history of this proposed facility, it has previously been rejected by several communities in Knox County. I would request the Commission do the same here.
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Lisa November 10, 2020 at 11:21 AM
Please consider the concerns of the surrounding neighborhood when considering this request. If you do approve it, require the applicant to work closely with the neighborhood to help alleviate concerns.Lisa November 10, 2020 at 11:21 AM
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Marisela November 10, 2020 at 3:13 PM
Please accept this letter as my firm OBJECTION to two current requests for rezoning. The first rezoning request is for vegetation (9-A-20-RZ) followed by a second request for Multi-family Residential rezoning (11-F-20-UR), both on the same property in the Karns area on Zion Lane, off Ball Rd.Marisela November 10, 2020 at 3:13 PM
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Alvin November 10, 2020 at 3:20 PM
Please denied rezoningAlvin November 10, 2020 at 3:20 PM
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Deborah (37931), November 10, 2020 at 7:26 PM
I live within about 300 ft from this site and have a 15 year old daughter who is at home by herself during school hours. I do not feel safe for my daughter to be here by herself with these men having close access to my house if they decide to get out. 12 men that are just out of prison or in drug rehab in this neighborhood is not very safe for us. I feel this will bring my property value down but I fear more for the safety of my daughter. I never received any information on this site I just happened to see what was happen on a Facebook page.Deborah (37931), November 10, 2020 at 7:26 PM
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Chris (37931), November 11, 2020 at 8:52 AM
Deny 9-A-20-RZ and 11-F-20-UR Due to Adverse Impact to the Surrounding CommunityChris (37931), November 11, 2020 at 8:52 AM
If the Knox County Planning Commission listens to the voices of the Karns’ Community that live near Zion Lane, they will soundly reject outside influences of Angelic Ministries and Realtors to create an environment that will be detrimental to the safety and well-being of our families and future financial value of our homes.
Many of us attended the meeting held by Angelic Ministries at Grace Baptist to listen to their proposal to build a fenced in 24/7 monitored transitional “boarding house” for men. Let it be known that the only people that supported this rezoning proposal were: Angelic Ministries, Two realtors (one who has been stuck with the property for years and threatened to sell it to a dog breeder if we were not caring enough to support this facility, and also accused the neighborhood children of vandalizing the current Zion property), and one commission member who stated she was neutral and then said she thought it would be nice to have nice property with new landscaping (note that we found out that she was the “community leader” that proposed the new location of the meeting. She was not speaking for us as a community leader).
See my attached PDF for all reasons to deny this request.
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Kevin (37918), November 11, 2020 at 3:11 PM
See attachedKevin (37918), November 11, 2020 at 3:11 PM
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Gregory November 11, 2020 at 3:41 PM
Please hear the complaint from the family living at 5927 Ball Road as we strongly request denial of the rezoning for the property on Zion Lane (9-A-20-RZ). While we think the work of rehabilitating men is excellent work, it would be irresponsible to perform that kind of work in an area where there are so many children living within a short walking distance and where these children are out every day waiting for their school buses and being dropped off from school at regular times daily. It also is completely inequitable that someone could develop a less than five-acre property that would devalue the hundreds of acres of residential properties around it. The area is a growing residential area, not a growing agricultural area. It also appears there is deception in the true use of the land that it would be used for agriculture when the actual plan is to rehabilitate and be a transitional home for troubled men. I understand that there would need to be a fence, cameras, and 24/7 on-site monitoring of these men because of their struggles. If there is reason to keep these men from getting out of the property, then it must be because they present a danger to the outside world around them. Please honor the opposing taxpaying residents around this relatively small property. Why should this relatively small property be allowed to cause a huge negative impact on all the properties around it? Granting this rezoning request would cause this area of Knox County to be seen as unsafe and undesirable.Gregory November 11, 2020 at 3:41 PM
Rehabilitation has its place in a healthy society, and it should also have its place safely away from a healthy residential area.
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Andrea November 11, 2020 at 5:57 PM
After attending the community meeting with Angelic Ministries, I am more concerned than ever about mine and my children's safety. Not to mention the safety of the children who attend the daycare down the street from the proposed boarding house. While I understand the property value of the land where the proposed boarding house will be located will increase, the surrounding property values will decrease due to no one wanting to live so close to this type of facility. I strongly urge you to consider the safety and the peace of mind of all the families that live in the area when considering approving the rezoning that will allow the boarding house to be approved. Also, the process taken to get the the living quarters for previous criminals approved has not been transparent to the community it is going to affect. Many families were not aware of the plans for the boarding house or the meetings for the chance for the concerned families to voice their opinions. There are still people who are just now finding out about the proposal, which makes this process feel even more like it is lacking transparency. With this in mind I also feel that the setup for the online meeting for the approval of the rezoning also does not allow enough opportunity for the voices of the community to be heard.Andrea November 11, 2020 at 5:57 PM
Jennifer
37931
37931
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Jennifer (37931), November 11, 2020 at 5:58 PM
Please deny this request.Jennifer (37931), November 11, 2020 at 5:58 PM
Thanks for the consideration.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201111175846.pdf
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BJ November 11, 2020 at 5:58 PM
I am writing with my firm OBJECTION to two current requests for rezoning.BJ November 11, 2020 at 5:58 PM
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201112160019.pdf
Kyle
37931
37931
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Kyle (37931), November 11, 2020 at 6:03 PM
Please DenyKyle (37931), November 11, 2020 at 6:03 PM
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Scotty
37931
37931
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Scotty (37931), November 11, 2020 at 6:11 PM
I ask that you please deny this request not only for myself but for my sister as we know first hand.Scotty (37931), November 11, 2020 at 6:11 PM
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Ashton November 11, 2020 at 6:17 PM
I attended the community meeting about the proposal for the living quarters for previous prisoners. While I feel the idea of having a boarding house is a good idea, I do not feel comfortable with it existing less than a thousand feet away from my home. This is because I will not feel safe being outside or even in my home with a facility where previous criminals are so close to me. I love being outside in my yard and I fear I will no longer feel secure to do so anymore. I also feel that there was not enough transparency concerning the proposal for the boarding house and the meetings for myself and the community to voice our concerns and questions. This is concerning to me because having the rezoning and then boarding house approved will have a significant impact on the community. It is my hope that other options can be considered for this boarding house so myself and other families can have peace of mind while at home.Ashton November 11, 2020 at 6:17 PM
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Logan November 11, 2020 at 6:36 PM
I have heard about the proposal for the living quarters for previous prisoners to be put off of ball road. Although I do think a boarding home is a good idea, having it that close to a residential area does not sound like a safe idea. My girlfriend and her family live extremely close to where this proposed boarding house will be. I feel as though they will not feel safe with previous convicts that close to her house. There are also other households in the area that are affected by this as well. I’m sure there is a place for this boarding house that is not so close to a residential area. I hope that other options will be considered.Logan November 11, 2020 at 6:36 PM
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Michelle November 11, 2020 at 6:45 PM
I am emailing about not wanting this property to be turned into a rehab facility for those getting out of jail. I don't think it is good for our community. I feel that the property values in the area especially for those on Ball Road will go down and it is not safe for anyone living in the area especially since they are free to go come and go as they please.Michelle November 11, 2020 at 6:45 PM
Please DO NOT consider this.
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Amber November 11, 2020 at 8:30 PM
I am wanting to voice my concerns about case9-a-20-rz. First of all I donot feel that the community was properly addressed about the boardinghouse. Secondly I love spending time outside on my property and with theboarding house so close to my house I will not feel safe outside or even inmy house. However I feel that boarding houses are a good thing but it isjust not good for this location because it is too close to several peopleshome and not to mention the daycare. I feel that it is better suited for acommercial area.Amber November 11, 2020 at 8:30 PM
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Kim November 12, 2020 at 11:38 AM
I would like to state my support of the amendment proposed to Article III. Section 9.B to streamline discussion and debate on items, and to continue to allow consideration of all views, applicants will be required to provide comments first, followed by proponents, and then opponents. Commission may still grant time for rebuttal for anyone speaking on an item.Kim November 12, 2020 at 11:38 AM
Both Hardin Valley Planning Advocates and the Knox County Planning Alliance have advocated for this change for many years and we are grateful to see this amendment considered. This will also align with processes requirements set forth in the county commission bylaws.
11-B-20-OB
Lisa November 12, 2020 at 11:54 AM
I am writing to you in support of 11-B-20-OB, specifically, the language which states:Lisa November 12, 2020 at 11:54 AM
Section 9.B.To streamline discussion and debate on items, and to continue to allow consideration of all views, applicants will be required to provide comments first, followed by proponents, and then opponents. Commission may still grant time for rebuttal for anyone speaking on an item.
It makes sense that the applicant would go first and state their reasons for requesting a change so that everyone understands the reasons for the request before speaking to it. It is only fair that the applicant should present their case first and allow the opposition to respond.
This would prevent subsequent speakers from wasting time addressing issues that may be satisfactorily brought up by the applicant and would allow both proponents and opponents to make relevant comments.
The applicant could still reserve time to rebut any oppositional points and would ensure that comments by others are relevant and timely.
Kevin
37918
37918
11-B-20-OB
Kevin (37918), November 12, 2020 at 12:35 PM
Knox County Planning Alliance supports the proposed bylaw amendments. We support procedures to streamline the hearing and adoption of the Consent Agenda. We are also very supportive of the updated item hearing procedure. In our view, an applicant is making a REQUEST or application for an item, and they should present their vision and justification for why the request is appropriate and beneficial first. When the applicant is given the opportunity to "defer to opposition", this places opposition at a significant disadvantage because they have not heard the applicants' justification and vision. Then often "opposition" provides irrelevant testimony because they are in the dark about the applicants plans. KCPA believes that the applicant should go first, and then that allows any neutral or opposition viewpoints to specifically address the vision and justification provided by the applicant. We think this will result in more relevant discussion for commissioners. Kevin (37918), November 12, 2020 at 12:35 PM
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Brian November 12, 2020 at 3:12 PM
I am writing to you today to convey that I and my family of 6, including my disabled mother, spouse, and 3 children are greatly opposed to the rezoning of the Zion Lane property to allow Angelic Ministries to build a "Boarding House" for men. This is and has been a family community for as long as I can remember. This is not the type of community that should ever even be considered when looking to house troubled men. This is also a new development of housing, an untested arrangement of living by Angelic Ministries, an experiment. Angelic Ministries has never had a home like this, and I and my family as well as the families of our community do not need to be their test subjects. To allow Angelic Ministries to continue and build this "Boarding House" will have an extremely adverse impact on this community. Not only financially, as a loss to the value of our homes, but also physically and psychologically, as families will have increased concerns of their well-being and safety of their children. This will change the structure and appeal of the Karns community as families, including mine will leave as we reach our limits of concern. Building of subdivisions will slow down as future families will not be drawn to Karns for the strong family oriented community it is. With that said I plead you to deny Angelic Ministries, and or any other institution from placing any such establishment in the Karns community.Brian November 12, 2020 at 3:12 PM
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Lindsay November 12, 2020 at 3:22 PM
I am a resident of the Foxfield Neighborhood that is off Ball Road and is in close proximity to Zion Lane. I am concerned about the rezoning request for vegetation (9-A-20-RZ) followed by the request for Multi-Family Residential rezoning (11-F-20-UR).Lindsay November 12, 2020 at 3:22 PM
I am concerned that a boarding house/ facility that will be built so close to several neighborhoods could easily present a concern for the surrounding families. There are numerous kids of all ages that reside off of Ball Road.
When looking for a home, I took comfort in the fact that this area is a safe area. I am not confident that I would be able to feel the same comfort knowing that a boarding house that allows addicts to come and go as they please would be within walking distance of my neighborhood.
I am also concerned that this type of facility would decrease the property value of my home. For these reasons, I would kindly ask that you vote against the rezoning, ultimately preventing the boarding house/ rehabilitation facility to be built.
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Camara November 12, 2020 at 4:10 PM
I am writing you this email with my firm OBJECTION to two current requests for re-zoning in the Karns area on Zion Lane, off of Ball Rd.Camara November 12, 2020 at 4:10 PM
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Leslie November 12, 2020 at 5:58 PM
I am writing with my firm OBJECTION to two current requests for rezoning.Leslie November 12, 2020 at 5:58 PM
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201112155137.pdf
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Chris November 13, 2020 at 12:19 PM
Today’s call on the Agricultural Rezoning of the lot on Zion Lane was nothing but smoke and mirrors. You had already decided in your agenda meeting that you were going to approve it per your YouTube video. Chris November 13, 2020 at 12:19 PM
This rezoning step was recommended by the commission to Angelic Ministries as a way to then go through the steps of use in review. The use in review was solely dependent on this agricultural review yet you treated the agricultural rezoning and independent decision with no reason to reject it.
If this were the case, why waste the time with the Oct postponement for AngelicMinistries to convince the neighbors of their use intent?
As you could see from the public comments that Angelic Ministries had zero luck in proving that the area would be safe for the community, no different than Halls.
I also would not call two subdivisions plus and additional 20 houses near Zion Lane low volume residency just because the hill behind is.
You have shown a conflict of interests when you do not put the community well being first.
The surrounding neighbors will continue to push against something that will degrade the sale value of our homes and the well-being of our families.
Chris Vallee865 567 0378Chris Vallee
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Chris
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Chris (37931), November 13, 2020 at 6:41 PM
The decision to approve this agricultural rezoning independent of the review for use was not in the interest of the voice of the community.
Knowing that review for use was dependent on this rezoning and that the sole intent of the rezoning was to open the door for the “boarding house” request, and instructed by the commission to apply for, this act of saying there was no technical reason to deny it is a farce. Aside from the 2 members that attempted to reject it, the rest of the commission did not to their jobs and those that stated,”who knows what the use will be”, should be ashamed of themselves.
Everyone in the commission, at Angelic Ministries, and neighbors of Zion Lane know that this is not a boarding house. While it a drug rehab, there will be “boarders” that fall of the wagon, that will have emotional and behavior issues.... all being supervised by un certified glorified house parents. Chris (37931), November 13, 2020 at 6:41 PM
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Nelson November 16, 2020 at 12:06 PM
I have had an immediate interest in this property since I filed a complaint with Codes Enforcement, case# 20-Z01816, on august 24,2020 due to a large number of what appeared to be inoperable cars, trucks and a commercial tractor. It also appeared that some type vehicle repair operation was being conducted at this site that is zoned A. My complaint was investigated and a citation of violation was issued and the owner given 30 days to remove the vehicles, according to codes the owner was given an extension on 9/28 as progress was being made to remove the vehicles. On 10/27/2020 it was reported the owner had complied and the case was closed. This is not true as numerous vehicles are still on the property and no one lives at this address. This property has a long history of code violations going back to at least 2010 which you can review on Knox county codes website. Before I filed the complaint I checked with the Business license division and was informed that no business license has been issued to this address. There is some repair activity going on and when I mentioned this to Codes was told the business license was not their concern.Nelson November 16, 2020 at 12:06 PM
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Dee November 30, 2020 at 10:48 AM
I am hopeful for your consideration of our community on case 12-C-20-SU. When I decided to build my forever home in 2016 the decision was solely based on the community that was promised. I am now happy to be part of a neighborhood of friends who care for one another. Once again the structure of NTC is being challenged but this time the developer is asking that the PC (Planned Commercial) Zoning be removed with no details on what they propose. It is my understanding that the developer states this change is needed because the character of NTC has changed. Please know that the character of the residence at NTC, Bea Monde Subdivision, remains committed to the original plan as promised… a real community. We agreed to putting in Publix and a school as they would drive development allowing us to keep the core plan. They put in apartments to provide the density needed to support the core development. Dee November 30, 2020 at 10:48 AM
According to https://knoxmpc.org/commission/rezoning-process rezoning is justifiable when changes have occurred to conditions in the vicinity of the property which prevent the reasonable use of the property as currently zoned. Yes, the Covid-19 pandemic has affected many business owners, myself included. But the change in conditions isn’t just in the vicinity of NTC, it’s the entire country. Approving the removal of PC zoning with no future direction is not compliant with MPC rezoning requirements. The residents of this community are entitled to a promised future.
Chris
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Chris (37931), November 30, 2020 at 8:22 PM
This property is being petitioned for basically the same purpose as the last time it was brought before the commission and denied. Chris (37931), November 30, 2020 at 8:22 PM
Although many in the community would support use of it's prior use (Orphanage, Nursing Home), this property is not conducive to being a boarding house for adult men - recovering from substance addiction or otherwise that are trying to "get back on their feet".
There is no public transportation near this facility. There are no commercial enterprises within walking distance for employment opportunities. There are no grocery stores, pharmacy, or retail within walking distance. There is no pedestrian infrastructure on Ball Rd.
In summary, although I hope those in need are able to become productive citizens once again, I strongly feel the property in question is still ill suited for the proposed usage.
Please deny the request for this to become an adult male boarding house.
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Joe December 1, 2020 at 10:17 AM
It has come to my attention the Proposal 11-F-20-UR has been scheduled for review on 12/10. I am writing you to reiterate my strong objection to the approval of this proposal. The issues previously communicated to this body still stand as stark concerns of the community with a Boarding house being placed at Zion road. Please see attached.Joe December 1, 2020 at 10:17 AM
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Joseh
37931
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Joseh (37931), December 1, 2020 at 10:24 AM
I am writing to voice serious concern with the notion of a boarding home facility being established at Zion roadMy concerns are documented more in-depth in the attached document, but high level they consist ofJoseh (37931), December 1, 2020 at 10:24 AM
1) No management or security plan has been given for public review and comment to establish that the safety of the surrounding communities will maintain their pre-facility levels
2) Safety is of paramount importance given the close proximity (less than a mile) of the proposed facility to schools and residences
3) Previously, the proposer indicated that such a facility is well served being in an inner city environment near major transit lines. How do they reconcile this with the facts that this location has neither
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Stephanie
37931
37931
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Stephanie (37931), December 1, 2020 at 11:50 AM
I submitted a request to speak at the hearing. I wanted to clarify why I asked to speak, in hopes that it will clarify my request, and why I feel I have a unique position from my life experience. Stephanie (37931), December 1, 2020 at 11:50 AM
I've attached a PDF of my experience, and request to speak.
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Randall
37922
37922
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Randall (37922), December 1, 2020 at 12:27 PM
I object to the removal of the "planned development overlay" on this zoning project. I am an owner and resident of Northshore Town Center and made that decision several years ago specifically based upon the zoned plan in place at that time. Making this change now is significantly detrimental to the residents such as myself. Please re-consider. Randall (37922), December 1, 2020 at 12:27 PM
MaryJane
37931
37931
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MaryJane (37931), December 1, 2020 at 12:37 PM
Please do not rezone this property. This is so beautiful for all families to enjoy this area with peaceful runs & walks for families, runners without over crowding. We need an area to continue to find some quiet peace & nature close to home & not over building. Please keep green for all people to enjoy. Thank you so much. MaryJane (37931), December 1, 2020 at 12:37 PM
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Bob December 1, 2020 at 3:51 PM
I am writing to make comment on a Use on Review evaluation for 28 Acres near Henderson Road and West Emory Road (12-F-20-UR). This preliminary plan for 112 dwellings on 28 acres will be discussed at the December Planning Commission meeting. Please see attached.Bob December 1, 2020 at 3:51 PM
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Rachel
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37909
12-A-20-RZ
Rachel (37909), December 1, 2020 at 5:05 PM
As a resident of West Hills who lives very close to this proposed rezoning, I am very concerned about the potential impact of this rezoning on the greenway that passes through this area. This greenway is heavily used by the community and is a major asset to the existing neighborhood. This is used as a safe space for children to walk and ride bikes. My 7 year old son and I have used this green space nearly every day during the pandemic. If the road is extended and a new neighborhood is built, it will change the character of the greenway dramatically. Further, the trees between the existing St. Andrew's neighborhood and the interstate are vital for noise absorption and pollution reduction. Please dont remove our green space and tree buffer.Rachel (37909), December 1, 2020 at 5:05 PM
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Diane December 1, 2020 at 7:52 PM
How sad to see that you are planning to take away another wooded area in west Knoxville! Between all the construction on Middlebrook Pike and a subdivision being built on Broome Road and other areas I’m not aware of, there is nowhere wildlife can live. Building apartments or homes along the Greenway between West Hills Baptist and West End Church of Christ is a terrible idea. Not only will wildlife be invaded, it is a well used quiet area to walk. There is seldom a time of the day that no one is walking, jogging, or biking. Please,please, please don’t invade another area with apartments or homes just to get tax money!Diane December 1, 2020 at 7:52 PM
Greg
37931
37931
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Greg (37931), December 2, 2020 at 6:27 AM
There are multiple reasons to deny the use request for this property. Primarily, the safety of scores of children which live (and play, wait for the school bus, etc) in the immediate surrounding neighborhood. Additionally, value (and associated property tax) of the many houses in the surrounding neighborhood will plummet, as I and others will be attempting to sell upon any approval of the approved use, and informed buyers will be reluctant to buy. In addition, the location is not near resources that the proposed residents of the property in question will need. We (myself and three additional residents at my address, of voting age) do not understand why the property could not be used for single family housing as is so very common in the surrounding area and is becoming even more prevelent, via the new house construction in the area. It is a high growth area right now. Please consider carefully this use request and deny it, as Knox County has many other locations that are far better suited for the proposed purpose.Greg (37931), December 2, 2020 at 6:27 AM
Kim
37931
37931
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Kim (37931), December 2, 2020 at 7:44 AM
Please do not disrupt the greenway used by hundred of people. We have so many locations with unused buildings or underdeveloped property- we can surely be smarter about reusing underutilized space and not destroy our well loved greenways!Kim (37931), December 2, 2020 at 7:44 AM
Steven
37923
37923
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Steven (37923), December 2, 2020 at 10:07 AM
My wife and I (and many others) use the greenway in this area. If the rezoning would result in the shrinking or elimination of that portion of the greenway, we'd be opposed to it. Greenways and greenspaces are a valuable part of any community and their loss would both diminish the appeal of the area and likely the property values of the nearby homes. Also, the schools in this area are at capacity. If new apartment buildings will be erected in this area, they will overcrowd the schools or necessitate another round of redistricting. Therefore, we are opposed to a zoning change in this area.Steven (37923), December 2, 2020 at 10:07 AM
Amanda
37923
37923
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Amanda (37923), December 2, 2020 at 2:01 PM
Please do not rezone this land! I am a homeowner in the area and the apartments that are already here are not helping property values and are eyesores. The traffic through local residential neighborhoods continues to increase (crestwood hills and west hills) without regard for infrastructure or concern for residents. This is NOT a viable location for apartments! Amanda (37923), December 2, 2020 at 2:01 PM
Anna
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Anna (37909), December 2, 2020 at 2:41 PM
Please keep the green way. It is widely used by people. Anna (37909), December 2, 2020 at 2:41 PM
George
37909
37909
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George (37909), December 2, 2020 at 2:46 PM
I am very opposed to this proposed development. It seems as if this will disrupt/destroy the greenway that runs through that area. This is a highly used greenway and it would be terrible to have it destroyed for an office park. This is especially true given the uncertain future of work once the current pandemic is behind us. More and more employers are realizing that physical office space represents an unnecessary cost. It is not certain whether Knoxville is in need of more commercial office space. If you glance at the Knoxville commercial realty landscape, there are ample vacancies in the current supply of office space. Why destroy an untouched space to build an office park that will largely sit vacant? In other areas of the city (e.g., South Knoxville), we are prioritizing untouched natural areas. Why is this not considered in West Knoxville, where these types of locations are becoming increasingly rare?George (37909), December 2, 2020 at 2:46 PM
Personally, I run on this greenway - and past this exact area - multiple times a week. The presence of this greenway and West Hills park were a huge consideration in purchasing my home. So this proposed development would have a huge impact on me and I do not want to see it come into fruition.
Tammy
3790
3790
12-A-20-RZ
Tammy ( 3790), December 2, 2020 at 3:49 PM
Please keep greenway green!!!! Please do not take it away!Tammy ( 3790), December 2, 2020 at 3:49 PM
Nance
37923
37923
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Nance (37923), December 2, 2020 at 4:11 PM
Please keep this greenway GREEN & SERENE!My vote is to reject rezoning for an apartment complex.Nance (37923), December 2, 2020 at 4:11 PM
12-A-20-RZ
Walter December 2, 2020 at 4:46 PM
Saw that there was an upcoming vote about some rezoning near the greenway in West hills near the church of Christ . I would really hate to see that developed for condos or office buildings. After all , they are called greenways not sidewalks for condos . I actually saw two deer last week in the woods there. I would bet Wanda Moody , who it is named for , would not approve of a change that would allow development.Walter December 2, 2020 at 4:46 PM
Amy
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Amy (37909), December 2, 2020 at 4:52 PM
That area is heavily wooded and helps protect the neighborhood from the noise of the interstate. It also keeps down the traffic and the area proposed certainly doesn't need more traffic. The road infrastructure is not built to handle an increase in traffic and the area is already above TDOT noise ordinance standards without taking down trees and increasing traffic. While Knoxville certainly needs more housing, housing complexes out West are not in the price range of affordability for the population that needs housing the most.Amy (37909), December 2, 2020 at 4:52 PM
Elizabeth
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Elizabeth (37909), December 2, 2020 at 5:24 PM
Please keep the greenway green. No apartments. Stop Oliver Smith. Yes Elizabeth (37909), December 2, 2020 at 5:24 PM
Eileen
37909
37909
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Eileen (37909), December 2, 2020 at 10:59 PM
This community is lovingly settled around this greenway. We all enjoy it and get great use of it year round. There are plenty of residences here. We do not need less recreational space. Eileen (37909), December 2, 2020 at 10:59 PM
Cynthia
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Cynthia (37909), December 2, 2020 at 11:53 PM
One of the main reasons my husband and I bought out “empty nest” house in West Hills three years ago was to be near the greenway. The easy access to the greenway and West Hills Park is a huge benefit for residents of nearby neighborhoods. I ride my bike 4-5 times per week from my house on Sheffield to the Peters Rd terminus of the Greenway then back to Wesley Rd. I see many of the same families every day. I would certainly hope that this proposed development would not affect the existing greenway in any way. Losing any piece of this very popular segment of the greenway would a shame. Please consider this as you make your decisions. Cynthia (37909), December 2, 2020 at 11:53 PM
Ashley
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Ashley (37909), December 3, 2020 at 5:47 AM
Absolutely not in favor. Please leave alone the natural beauty of this area. These luxury apartments will do not favors to the crowded, heavily trafficked cut throughs we face on Marlboro, Cortland, Winston..... There are many of places that need rehabbed in this city. Go tear down the many dumps along Middle Brooke or KP and start there, not along a beautiful green space. Ashley (37909), December 3, 2020 at 5:47 AM
Bryan
37909
37909
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Bryan (37909), December 3, 2020 at 6:04 AM
The stretch of greenway that this would effect is some of the most scenic and beautiful areas in our entire city. To wipe out all of that to put another apartment complex in would be terrible for our city, our parks, and the people that live here. The current volume of apartments that are unoccupied in that area would dictate we won't need another apartment complex in this space.Bryan (37909), December 3, 2020 at 6:04 AM
Keep Knoxville Scruff!
Kathleen
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d 379
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Kathleen (d 379), December 3, 2020 at 6:18 AM
The greenway is a vital part of the West Hills neighborhood. My kiddos have learned to ride their bikes there, it is always full of neighbors finding a little peace in nature, and I really can’t imagine if it was destroyed in any way by the construction. Please, talk a walk or bike ride through that part and see how beautiful and calm it is. Apartments or office buildings butting right up to it would destroy a special part of our neighborhood. Kathleen (d 379), December 3, 2020 at 6:18 AM
Brooke
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Brooke (37909), December 3, 2020 at 7:11 AM
We want to keep this area a greenway and walking trail for our families. Leave our west hills neighborhood and park alone!Brooke (37909), December 3, 2020 at 7:11 AM
Adam
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Adam (37909), December 3, 2020 at 8:08 AM
Please consider keeping this property as is. It is a great stretch of peaceful greenway which many people utilize on a very regular basis. This particular stretch of greenway provides a great peaceful natural refuge from an otherwise busy stretch of Knoxville. Destroying this section of greenway for further development would only add to the traffic madness near that area of Walker Springs. Adam (37909), December 3, 2020 at 8:08 AM
Jeanne
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Jeanne (37909), December 3, 2020 at 9:53 AM
I grew up in West Hills and moved back to raise my family in West Hills 7 years ago. I remember being in elementary school at West Hills when they expanded the greenway so we could ride our bikes and venture even further on the paved trail. We were so thrilled! My 2 daughters, ages 3 and 7, both learned to ride their own bikes on the West Hills greenway 25 years later! As a family we walk, ride, scoot and stroll the greenway at least twice a week! Losing this space would be devastating to my family. The West Hills greenway and park has become a staple of our community and should remain unchanged! Thank you for your consideration in this matter.Jeanne (37909), December 3, 2020 at 9:53 AM
Jan
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Jan (37909), December 3, 2020 at 11:48 AM
I cannot imagine our lovely greenway being disrupted by adjacent apartment buildings. This greenway is a beautiful, peaceful respite from the pavement, parking lots, traffic all through west Knoxville. I urge you to reject approval for this construction and allow NATURE to have a small sanctuary in our neighborhood. We have already seen an increase of deer, Fox and coyotes in West Hills since the construction of the Tennova facility on Middlebrook Pike. Removing these trees and undergrowth will further limit their habitats. And, even more important, these stands of trees and vegetation provide a natural sound barrier between our neighborhood and the I-40/I-75 corridor. No concrete wall offers the esthetics of natural vegetation. Our lovely West Hills area has already lost more than was necessary to noisy, interstate traffic. Enough!Jan (37909), December 3, 2020 at 11:48 AM
Chelsea
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Chelsea (37909), December 3, 2020 at 12:48 PM
I am opposed to this development as a resident of West Hills and a regular user of the beautiful greenway. I think the greenway is a huge asset to our community and to mess with it and the nature around it will certainly devalue it. In addition traffic has already increased during my time living in this area I cannot imagine what adding even more will do. I think we should do a better job utilizing unused or underutilized apartments building/office spaces instead of developing greenspace that is well loved by those throughout the Knoxville community.Chelsea (37909), December 3, 2020 at 12:48 PM
Jennifer
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Jennifer (37931), December 3, 2020 at 1:19 PM
I used to live in the apartment complex right next to this proposed site. It was such a nice getaway when I could use the amazing Knoxville greenway system to access green areas and some quiet spaces. It's disgusting that building another complex at the proposed sire would even be considered. Please allow area residents to continue to have a SMALL area of refugee in the midst of an already jam-packed West Knoxville.Jennifer (37931), December 3, 2020 at 1:19 PM
Sean
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Sean (37909), December 3, 2020 at 1:51 PM
Green spaces are just as important to the residents as businesses are important for tax revenue. In an ever expanding concrete city. We need to relish and enjoy the green ways that are in place. Currently this greenway is a link from the Bearden/west hills area to those areas I consider west. One can get all the way to Lovell rd on greenways, I’ve been told. I personally have not tried that. What ever development is to be developed should first off be aesthetically pleasing to the area it is in. Get away from the Walmart look of commercialism. Take in the beauty of East Tennessee, the small town feel and charm and incorporate the green way into the new development with native plants to attract birds and building with character, maybe a little mountain town type character for the valley. Keep the greenway. For the next generations. Sean (37909), December 3, 2020 at 1:51 PM
Kayla
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Kayla (37923), December 3, 2020 at 5:40 PM
The connection of the greenway from West Hills church to West Hills park is very important to the preservation of the landscape, and is essential for so many people. By taking away the forest separating the greenway and the highway, you lose a piece of Knoxville for profit. The nature brings out the best of Knoxville; a steady hike while gaining a sense of community. The highlight of my day is taking an hour to get out of the house and stroll down that path, sometimes extending it into the park. It would be a shame to take away such an important part of this community to give it away to a company that is not concerned about preserving the habitat. Kayla (37923), December 3, 2020 at 5:40 PM
Barbara
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Barbara (37909), December 4, 2020 at 10:00 AM
The greenway upon which this backs up is one of West Knoxville's lovely attractions. It should not be allow to ruin this . This project will definitely detract from this wonderful asset.Barbara (37909), December 4, 2020 at 10:00 AM
Nick
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Nick (37909), December 4, 2020 at 1:24 PM
I live in Saint Andrews subdivision. Before you lies a proposal to rezone Parcel 120HC06, recorded as The Offices at Saint Andrews at 8300 East Walker Springs Ln on KGIS. This is a property that’s been zoned Office Park for over 3 decades and directly abuts our wonderful neighborhood. Nick (37909), December 4, 2020 at 1:24 PM
I, Nick Jackson, as well as the residents of Saint Andrews neighborhood ask you to do the right thing and vote NO to this rezoning. It’s the wrong decision, and would be done solely to benefit the developer at the expense of our entire neighborhood and hundreds of tax paying Knoxvillians. It is zoned office park for good reason, and is the only reasonable use of that land given the constraints around it. MPC should not and cannot allow developers to change zoning and eliminate all buffers to Saint Andrews (SA). This is a lovely area and has been here for 20+ years. The neighborhood is an asset to the City and is a veritable small 4th and Gill environment right off the West Town exit. These are the environments you should be cultivating and protecting. Make no mistake about it – a dense apartment complex will destroy Saint Andrews Subdivision as it exists today and adversely affect the entire area.
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Josh (37909), December 4, 2020 at 1:52 PM
Please keep our greenways green! I live in West Hills and run/walk/bike this greenway several times per week, along with my family. This is one of the few 'green' places left in our area. There are actually deer who live in that area - you can see them most mornings grazing around West End Church of Christ. I love where I live -- we need less development, and more areas like this lot along our greenways. Building here will only take away from the appeal of this area, and make the traffic in an already-congested area worse. Please do not develop this green space.Josh (37909), December 4, 2020 at 1:52 PM
Will
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Will (37909), December 4, 2020 at 2:15 PM
Please do not rezone the land under review today. The greenway that goes through West Hills is beautiful and used by so many people right now. If the zoning is changed it would rob us of the nature we get to experience on the greenway. We have so many wonderful trees and great animal life through that section of the greenway. It also provides a buffer from the sound of the interstate and existing homes, not to mention the greenway. I understand that we need to provide enough adequate housing for folks in our city, but please do not change the zoning of the land in question. Will (37909), December 4, 2020 at 2:15 PM
Richard
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Richard (37919), December 4, 2020 at 3:06 PM
Please do not rezone the land that is being reviewed. The West Hills greenway is beautiful and used by many many many people, including singles, families, adults, children, and their pets. For many it's the only green space left they can enjoy. Richard (37919), December 4, 2020 at 3:06 PM
The land and greenery also form a buffer that insulates residents and visitors from the sound of the traffic and residential life.
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Linda December 4, 2020 at 3:25 PM
I am writing in opposition to the Woodbury Crossing proposal by the Woda group in Edwards Place subdivision. On the surface this proposal appears to be exactly what what we asked for, but it is far from a fully fleshed out plan.Linda December 4, 2020 at 3:25 PM
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Hiram December 4, 2020 at 3:36 PM
I am opposed to the proposal File # 12-A-20-RZ to rezone the portion of West Hills from OP (Office Park) to RN-6 (Multi-Family Residential Neighborhood). The addition of 216 new apartments and 5300 average vehicle trips per day will be a burden on the West Hills neighborhood and a detriment to those living there now.Hiram December 4, 2020 at 3:36 PM
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Lynn (37909), December 4, 2020 at 4:47 PM
I am 100% against commercial construction within or close to this greenway zone. From a community perspective, this greenway provides nature within the city and county. It is important for the community to have easy access to nature on a daily basis. From a personal perspective, one year ago I purchased my home within walking distance of this greenway. I do not have the budget to purchase a secluded home surrounded by nature, but I do have the budget to purchase a home in the city close to this greenway. This angers me that a developer takes precedence over the desires of the community. I am tired of the rich getting richer while the middle class disappears. There are plenty of locations available within Knox County that do not disturb the community. PLEASE DO NOT APPROVE RN-5. Lynn (37909), December 4, 2020 at 4:47 PM
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Misty December 4, 2020 at 11:54 PM
Thank you for the opportunity to contact you as a resident of Edwards Place in Corryton. We residents have many unanswered questions that we respectfully ask for you as commissioners to request answers to on our behalf, as we have been unsuccessful in obtaining answers from the developer.Misty December 4, 2020 at 11:54 PM
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Katrina December 5, 2020 at 12:14 AM
Please see attachedKatrina December 5, 2020 at 12:14 AM
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Chris December 5, 2020 at 7:49 AM
Thank you for this opportunity to reach out to you and address the development of our community. As we all emailed in the spring and early summer we are middle class families that work hard, take pride in our homes, and enjoy the small town feel of Corryton.Chris December 5, 2020 at 7:49 AM
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Robert December 5, 2020 at 2:48 PM
Please see attachedRobert December 5, 2020 at 2:48 PM
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Cheryl December 5, 2020 at 3:40 PM
Please don’t build apartments at the 3600 Walker Springs. It will be too close to the green way walking area. My friends and I walk this area all the time. It will distract from the beauty of the area. Perhaps build offices or something less intrusive than apartments.Cheryl December 5, 2020 at 3:40 PM
Chris
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Chris (37931), December 5, 2020 at 4:24 PM
This is to be a “residential” home of up to 12 residents plus 2 staff members to provide “support for people getting back on their feet”. Note that this facility can physically hold more than the 14 listed above. If this property is approved to operate, this would open the door for men that have been unable to establish residence due to previous drug/alcohol dependency (with many just getting through detox and now self-medicating), required to be on under a 24/7 supervised program by the criminal system, currently on parole, current behavior and mental issues, and in all cases in need of structured supervision.These residents are often referred by criminal systems or other avenues to work on goals to assist in re-entering society. By Angelic Ministries’ own admission, this facility will provide an environment for men who are not currently able to rejoin the community on their own and not ready to live in Angelic Ministries own unsupervised homes.Chris (37931), December 5, 2020 at 4:24 PM
The residents will not be physically confined to the property. The requirement to stay in the 24/7 Angelic Ministries Self-Created Supervised Program is by agreement and contract only. While it will be fenced in and alarms set up, this will in no way ensure residents that could have a physical or mental breakdown during their stay will be confined and not end up in the surrounding Karns’ neighborhoods.
Ann
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Ann (37923), December 5, 2020 at 5:57 PM
This land should not be re-zoned. Currently it holds a greenway and park areas that are used daily by hundreds of locals. My husband and I personally use the area to walk our dogs. Especially during this pandemic, being outdoors and having access to the area has been vital to our mental health and I’m sure to the mental health of many others in the area. Don’t take away our greenway!Ann (37923), December 5, 2020 at 5:57 PM
Jewl
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Jewl (37909), December 5, 2020 at 6:02 PM
To all whom it concerns,Jewl (37909), December 5, 2020 at 6:02 PM
It is of great concern that this area in West Hills which is zoned as corporate is now being considered for an apartment complex: West HIlls and specifically St. Andrews, a small church, and the greenway border this area which is enjoyed by all of the city. An apartment complex would greatly reduce safety, decrease property value, and greatly increase noise from I-40, all reducing the enjoyment of hundreds of people who currently use this area!
Also, West Hills people have not been properly informed!
Please consider turning down or at least postponing this proposition!
Ernest
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Ernest (37909), December 5, 2020 at 6:22 PM
The proposal is very new to several of the residents that would be affected. The decision should be postponed. Ernest (37909), December 5, 2020 at 6:22 PM
Pamela
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Pamela (37921), December 5, 2020 at 6:32 PM
Keep the greenway GREEN AND SERENE!!Pamela (37921), December 5, 2020 at 6:32 PM
Erwin
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Erwin (37932), December 5, 2020 at 9:48 PM
See attached PDF for this message.Erwin (37932), December 5, 2020 at 9:48 PM
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Nick December 5, 2020 at 10:54 PM
Good evening. I am writing you this evening to voice my concerns and objections over this proposal. Nick December 5, 2020 at 10:54 PM
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Katie (37909), December 6, 2020 at 9:24 AM
The Greenway adjacent to this property is a valuable resource to the community. As a family, we walk this past frequently, it is close to the park and Y, and provides a much needed natural and physically active outlet for many members of the community in a centrally located space. Its lose would be detrimental to Knoxville, and as a result, I request that you reject the rezoning proposal. Katie (37909), December 6, 2020 at 9:24 AM
Lisa
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Lisa (37909), December 6, 2020 at 12:49 PM
I request that you vote NO to the File # 12-A-20-RZ to rezone the portion of West Hills from OP (Office Park) to RN-6 (Multi-Family Residential Neighborhood). I have checked the information provided for the Planning Commission meeting concerning this rezoning, and I do not see a storm water analysis for the proposed building area. My home and several homes in Saint Andrews have had some flooding issues this past year due to the overgrowth of the retention area between Saint Andrews and the proposed building site. I would like to see what the city/county recommends that the developer do prior to build/during build/after the build for storm water runoff. This is especially important to me because of our current issues with water flow during storms and stagnant water during the summer months (mosquitos). The developer does not have a good history of following through on his promises - including using this property for an office complex only. I am also concerned with destroying greenspace, the buffer for noise from I40, and the large volume of traffic that this RN-6 rezoning will add to the West Hills/North Gallaher View area.Lisa (37909), December 6, 2020 at 12:49 PM
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Janis (37923), December 6, 2020 at 1:16 PM
I am against this rezoning. I often walk the greenway path and appreciate the serenity it provides. In addition I feel it would cause major traffic problems due to the close proximity of the I40 exit ramp, Walbrook Drive, Sam’s entrance and East Walker Springs Lane. Please vote no. Janis (37923), December 6, 2020 at 1:16 PM
Kris
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Kris (37919), December 6, 2020 at 2:31 PM
We love to walk at this trail because it is a central location, quiet & secluded & is safe. Please don't force us to find somewhere else to walk. We need this trail to remain as it is.Kris (37919), December 6, 2020 at 2:31 PM
Katherine
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Katherine (37923), December 6, 2020 at 4:33 PM
Please do not rezone this area to add apartments. The development would encroach on the greenway that many residents in the area use. It has become clear, especially during this year, that the greenway sees a lot of use and folks take enjoyment from being able to walk safely through the area and enjoy a little bit of nature and peace close to home. The development will add too much to the noise and traffic that are not needed. Please do not allow this area to be rezoned or developed.Katherine (37923), December 6, 2020 at 4:33 PM
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Tiffaney December 6, 2020 at 5:11 PM
I along with many other residents in Edwards Place Subdivision have reached out to Woda Cooper Companies and have yet to receive any information from them regarding their plans for the development in the back of our subdivision. If they are proposing single-dwelling rental homes we oppose these for multiple reasons. We are concerned about the property value of our homes due to the rental properties not being kept up as well as owner-occupied homes. We are concerned with the proposal of having the homes so packed in. As a mother, I am also extremely concerned about the amount of traffic we already have in our subdivision. Adding this many homes and not having a second entrance would be extremely dangerous for not only our children who want to play and be kids but also the residents who enjoy exercising in our neighborhood.Tiffaney December 6, 2020 at 5:11 PM
Please deny the proposal of Woodbury Crossing.
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Matthew December 6, 2020 at 5:17 PM
I along with many other residents in Edwards Place Subdivision have reached out to Woda Cooper Companies and have yet to receive any information from them regarding their plans for the development in the back of our subdivision. If they are proposing single-dwelling rental homes we oppose these for multiple reasons. We are concerned about the property value of our homes due to the rental properties not being kept up as well as owner-occupied homes. We are concerned with the proposal of having the homes so packed in. As a father, I am also extremely concerned about the amount of traffic we already have in our subdivision. Adding this many homes and not having a second entrance would be extremely dangerous for not only our children who want to play and be kids but also the residents who enjoy exercising in our neighborhood.Matthew December 6, 2020 at 5:17 PM
Please deny the proposal of Woodbury Crossing.
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Shauna (37931), December 6, 2020 at 7:40 PM
I oppose the approval of this facility! We have young children and live less than a mile away from the proposed location. I worked for the Department of Corrections in Virginia for many years and am fully aware of the high recidivism rate and potential impact on the surrounding community such a facility may present. Shauna (37931), December 6, 2020 at 7:40 PM
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Julie December 6, 2020 at 7:47 PM
I am a current homeowner and resident in Edward’s Place subdivision in Corryton. I have been informed that Woda Company have proposed rental homes to be built on the property next to our neighborhood. I oppose this development because when I purchased my home, I was informed that other single family homes like mine were to be developed on that property. Most of us in this neighborhood bought in this subdivision as an investment and this proposal affects it greatly.Julie December 6, 2020 at 7:47 PM
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Shauna December 6, 2020 at 7:49 PM
I have recently been made aware of of a proposed facility/boarding home that may be approved less than a mile from my home. I have young children and have very serious concerns with this type of residence being established so close to our home. I worked in Corrections for many years and while I understand many people are able to recover and overcome their past, many are not. It is inappropriate to put such a facility within walking distance of so many children and families. Please let me know what further actions I can take to prevent the passing of this proposal.Shauna December 6, 2020 at 7:49 PM
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John December 6, 2020 at 8:21 PM
I am writing you in concern over houses being built behind the houses on Forest Willow Lane in Corryton, TN. My name is John Scanlon and I live on 7142 Forest Willow Lane, and I have great concerns with the houses being built behind there. I am concerned with the 79 houses being built there. I fear this is a plan to put as many houses as possible there and get out for the quick buck. This is not what is best for that land. It designed for families to thrive and flourish. It will increase traffic to an already busy neighborhood. From the construction process to the houses being finished, it will cause great stress and frustration to the residents of our neighborhood. I would urge you to not approve this proposal, and look out for the residents of Edwards Place Subdivision.John December 6, 2020 at 8:21 PM
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Kaitlyn December 6, 2020 at 8:26 PM
I am a mother, resident and educator living in Edwards Place Subdivision. I would like to appeal to the commission to ask that you don't approve the current proposal for the remaining tract of our development. Once again, the developers have little concern for the safety of our children. They are proposing to add 79 lots to the back of the development without adding an additional exit or entryway. This is not safe for my boys, ages 6, 4 and 2 who play outside continously rain, shine, warm or cold. Kaitlyn December 6, 2020 at 8:26 PM
In addition, on one part of the plan there are 6 lots backing up to one lot in the Forest Willow Lane cul de sac. This informs us that the new lots will be small and will not continue the continuity of the development that we bought into. As owners, we really would like the rest of the develop to reflect similar single family homes that are consistent with the rest of the subdivision.
Lastly, I cannot stress enough that traffic in and around the Gibbs schools is already at its limit. Adding 79 lots is not feasible, nor is it fair to the community at so many levels. As an educator, I am concerned with school capacity as well when the dwellings are so compact and built to squeeze in as many families as possible instead of allowing for bigger yards and housing. As such my family appeals to you to continue to consider the bigger picture of the community at large and how developers who have little regard for the citizens affect us all.
We trust your discretion and wisdom in this matter.
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Richard December 6, 2020 at 8:31 PM
I encourage you and the Planning Commission to put a hold on this project until proper neighborhood meetings, including question and answer sessions, can be held. I ask this on behalf of my grandchildren who live near the facility.Richard December 6, 2020 at 8:31 PM
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Kim (37921), December 6, 2020 at 8:31 PM
I’m a current volunteer at an organization called HAND UP FOR WOMEN and also have a son that was in the program at TRUE PURPOSE but unfortunately he didn’t complete the program. I know that programs like these can have make a wonderful difference for not only one person but generations down that family line. I understand the concerns of the people in the Karns community but I also feel if they could work together with the people that are going to be overseeing this program their fears might subside. Kim (37921), December 6, 2020 at 8:31 PM
People need a place to rest their hearts and minds when they are battling demons and a nice safe, secure environment is beneficial toward success. I’ve seen firsthand how much of a productive member of society they can be. They could contribute to the Karns community by keeping the trash picked up, maybe building a park in area, etc. In these programs they are taught to serve others and how to take their eyes off theirselves.
Please approve the Zion Men’s boardinghouse project. I would love and welcome something like this in the 37921 zip code.
Janet
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Janet (37849), December 6, 2020 at 9:12 PM
Due to the congestion and heavy traffic on W. Emory Road and Carpenter Road, as well as the dangerous curve located at the intersection of Blacksferry and Emory, it seems careless to allow this increased volume of traffic to be added in this location. I would strongly ask the zoning board to consider decreasing the number of houses built to 3 per acre unless there are plans to add a traffic light at Carpenter and Emory. Janet (37849), December 6, 2020 at 9:12 PM
And most importantly, please do not allow an entrance from the new development directly on to Emory road as that is a very dangerous curve with poor visibility. Thank you.
Bryan and Ashlee
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Bryan and Ashlee (37909), December 6, 2020 at 9:39 PM
Please see attached letter.Bryan and Ashlee (37909), December 6, 2020 at 9:39 PM
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blake December 6, 2020 at 9:55 PM
The neighborhood has reached out to The Woda Cooper Companies for more information on their plans, but we have not heard back from them. I'm writing this under the assumption that their plan is for managed rental properties behind our subdivision, which as a resident of this neighborhood I am opposed to. My wife and I bought into this neighborhood three and half years ago with a vision of the subdivision being completed with similar homes to ours. I don't see how rental properties are going to fit in that vision, nor do I think having a subdivision inside another subdivision makes sense. I am not opposed to rental properties or even apartments in our area, but I don't think they belong in an existing subdivision whose residents didn't buy into that vision. I ask that you deny any development plans that would go against what the subdivision already has established, which are single family homes that are owned.blake December 6, 2020 at 9:55 PM
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Summer (37931), December 6, 2020 at 10:27 PM
I am against the men’s home going in. I am all for helping people but not when my children would be steps away! Summer (37931), December 6, 2020 at 10:27 PM
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Jennifer December 7, 2020 at 12:29 AM
Thank you for your service to our community. I know you are busy and I will keep this short.Jennifer December 7, 2020 at 12:29 AM
I am writing regarding the hearing to rezone 8300 E. Walker Springs Lane / Parcel ID 120 H C 061. The week of Thanksgiving we received a postcard about rezoning. In case you have not had the opportunity to personally look at the land, I have included pictures that show the reality for my family if this rezoning is approved. It will mean apartments could be in my backyard (see proposed diagram below), nearly literally, and seen from my kitchen sink. We have lived in Saint Andrews since 2010 and always anxiously awaited when Mr. Smith would build office space, which also creates concerns, but apartments will have a much greater negative impact on our daily life. Apartments would not be appropriate here, they just do not fit in. The space has been zoned for offices since 2004 and there are no good reasons for a change now. I understand this is inconvenient for Mr. Smith with the pandemic hurting office space development but an apartment complex directly behind a beautifully established neighborhood is not right.
Please vote No. I greatly appreciate your thoughtful consideration.
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Darren (37919), December 7, 2020 at 8:53 AM
I run the greenway in this area every morning and it is so beautiful and serene, I would hate for anything to change.Darren (37919), December 7, 2020 at 8:53 AM
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Leslie December 7, 2020 at 9:08 AM
I live in West Hills and I speak for at least a dozen families who all oppose rezoning. Please help protect our neighborhood.Thank you.Leslie December 7, 2020 at 9:08 AM
Staff
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Staff Notes
December 7, 2020 at 9:19 AM
The applicant has applied for a rezoning for RN-6 zoning at this location. The differences between the residential zone districts can be reviewed here in the Knoxville Zoning Ordinance - https://library.municode.com/tn/knoxville/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=APXBZOCO_ART4RENEDIStaff Notes
December 7, 2020 at 9:19 AM
Staff is recommending RN-5, rather than RN-6 at this location because RN-5 has a 35' feet height limitation. The greenway is an easement across the property and will remain on the property for the community to use, a rezoning does not eliminate the greenway.
staff
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Mary December 7, 2020 at 9:22 AM
We are writing on behalf of the League of Women Voters of Knoxville/Knox County, which has more than 200 members from throughout the county. The League has long supported procedures that enable informed citizen participation in government decision-making. The change proposed in item 11-B-20-OB is an important improvement in this regard, and it also will contribute to efficient decision-making.Mary December 7, 2020 at 9:22 AM
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Nick
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Nick (37909), December 7, 2020 at 9:30 AM
Please find attached a summary of my talking points for Thu Dec 10 meeting. I ask that these be distributed to voting PC members before Tuesday's agenda review meeting. These cover the many issues with this proposal and why we feel MPC should vote no to the rezoning. They include the complete absence of any public input or review of all these obvious impacts, inconsistencies with MPC code and our disagreement with staff recommendation that there the amendment "shall not adversely affect any other part of the city or surrounding properties. In addition, please note the comment that during Mr Smith's 2004 rezoning of same property to Office he stated an Apartment Complex would not be in the best interest of Saint Andrews.Nick (37909), December 7, 2020 at 9:30 AM
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Kim December 7, 2020 at 10:26 AM
I would like to state my support of the amendment proposed to Article III. Section 9.B to streamline discussion and debate on items, and to continue to allow consideration of all views. Applicants will be required to provide comments first, followed by proponents, and then opponents. Commission may still grant time for rebuttal for anyone speaking on an item.Kim December 7, 2020 at 10:26 AM
I have included the Metropolitan Planning Commission Rules and Procedures as stated by Nashville Gov. as a reference.
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Kim December 7, 2020 at 10:29 AM
What kind of buffer zone will remain and how deep will it be to maintain the integrity (visual and noise) and quiet wooded ambiance of the greenway?Kim December 7, 2020 at 10:29 AM
I'd venture this is one of the most-used and loved greenways in the city. Please keep in mind the greenways are one the few free, close-in, outdoor amenties this city has to offer to one of the unhealthiest populations in the country. Do we really need to ruin a greenway for another apartment complex? Of course not.
I do not agree with this property being developed in a dense manner close to the greenway. This city should buy up an approprate buffer zone and protect its precious greenspace.
Staff Reply:
The applicant has applied for a rezoning for RN-6 zoning at this location. The differences between the residential zone districts can be reviewed here in the Knoxville Zoning Ordinance - https://library.municode.com/tn/knoxville/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=APXBZOCO_ART4RENEDI
Staff is recommending RN-5, rather than RN-6 at this location because RN-5 has a 35' feet height limitation. The greenway is an easement across the property and will remain on the property for the community to use, a rezoning does not eliminate the greenway.
The applicant has applied for a rezoning for RN-6 zoning at this location. The differences between the residential zone districts can be reviewed here in the Knoxville Zoning Ordinance - https://library.municode.com/tn/knoxville/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=APXBZOCO_ART4RENEDI
Staff is recommending RN-5, rather than RN-6 at this location because RN-5 has a 35' feet height limitation. The greenway is an easement across the property and will remain on the property for the community to use, a rezoning does not eliminate the greenway.
12-C-20-UR,12-E-20-UR,12-F-20-UR
Kim December 7, 2020 at 10:35 AM
I would like to take just a quick moment to further advocate support of reviewing and revising the Planned Residential ordinance referencing District 6 agenda items #16, 17, & 18.Kim December 7, 2020 at 10:35 AM
Although the provided concept plans are within current requirements of PR, it should be noted that the plans lack creativity, greenspace, amenities, do not encourage walkability or connectivity, and other than the provision of additional housing to my district, do not add value nor increase value in my community.
Therefore, I am appreciative of this body's effort to look more closely at the Planned Residential ordinance and make impactful updates.
11-B-20-OB
Kevin December 7, 2020 at 11:45 AM
Dear Commissioners,Kevin December 7, 2020 at 11:45 AM
We heard Vice-Chair Smith's concerns that putting the opposition after the proponents would not allow the applicant to address anything brought up by the opposition. That is a valid concern. As a former chair of the Knox County BZA myself, I often felt that the applicant deserved an opportunity to rebut any testimony or evidence brought up by opposition.
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Andrea December 7, 2020 at 11:57 AM
My family and I have concerns and questions for the proposed plan of Woodbury crossing. We bought into this subdivision with the promise of single family home environment and amenities. We as a subdivision have had very little notice of the proposed plans and when we have inquired from the developer of questions we have regarding the proposed development they HAVE NOT responded with any answers. This has been on very short notice. We have many questions as a neighborhood and would like answers to those questions to assess the future of our families well being. This will affect us financially. 2020 has already been so hard on many families this year it would be devastating to get hit with another disappointment and loss financially.Andrea December 7, 2020 at 11:57 AM
We implore you to please postpone any decisions until we have answers.
Lynn
37931
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Lynn (37931), December 7, 2020 at 1:05 PM
DENY the request for a boarding home up to 12 residents with 2 staff because the use is incompatible with surrounding land uses and insufficient infrastructure exists to support the use. This is a family centered subdivision/area with a mix of family that include small children, adolescents, and retirees. This is completely unacceptable. There has to be other areas more conducive to the needs of these individuals that does not compromise the safety and security of our homeowners and children. There are school bus stops and children outside of their homes unsupervised that would be vulnerable to the potential actions of these individuals.Lynn (37931), December 7, 2020 at 1:05 PM
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Christine December 7, 2020 at 1:14 PM
My family and I are residents of the Saint Andrews Residential Community which abuts the land parcel 12-A-20-RZ that is currently zoned as OP (Office Park). We moved here from South Florida, a place with very few green spaces and millions of people living nearly on top of one another, in the summer of 2019.Christine December 7, 2020 at 1:14 PM
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Lynn December 7, 2020 at 1:15 PM
As a resident of Millers Plantation Subdivision, 3430 Miller Creek Road, 37931, I am submitting the following request for the stated reasons:Lynn December 7, 2020 at 1:15 PM
PLEASE DENY the request for a boarding home up to 12 residents with 2 staff because the use is incompatible with surrounding land uses and insufficient infrastructure exists to support the use. This is a family centered subdivision/area with a mix of families that include small children, adolescents, and retirees. This is completely unacceptable. There has to be other areas more conducive to the needs of these individuals that do not compromise the safety and security of our homeowners and children. There are school bus stops and children outside of their homes unsupervised that would be vulnerable to the potential actions of these individuals.
Alvin
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Alvin (37931), December 7, 2020 at 1:31 PM
Please deny this
do you know that a daycare is within 600 ft of this?
no water line for fire protection or sewer is on this roadAlvin (37931), December 7, 2020 at 1:31 PM
Fred
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Fred (37909), December 7, 2020 at 2:08 PM
Planing Commission MembersFred (37909), December 7, 2020 at 2:08 PM
I have a serious concern about the proposed 200 unit apartment complex adjacent to the Saint Andrews neighborhood.
My name is Fred Trainer Sr. and I have lived in Saint Andrews since 1998. We have always been concerned about the development of this piece of property because of already existing water drainage problems, excessive noise from the interstate traffic and the environmental detriment of the existing walking trail. In addition, all the homeowners on Glenrothes Blvd backing up to the project would have a serious problem with privacy in their backyard. All of this would result in a serious devaluation of property values in our neighborhood.
Of course we prefer not to have any project developed on this piece of property but the very worst type of development would be a large apartment complex.
We appeal to all members of the Planning Commission to protect us from the proposed apartment complex.
David
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David (37909), December 7, 2020 at 2:41 PM
Dear planning board,
As a resident of West Hills, I strongly oppose the request to rezone this property. The greenway that will be affected runs next to my neighborhood and I want to keep it GREEN and SERENE (as per the slogan). Noise is already a serious problem from the interstate and a rezone will not help. While I realize that I cannot prevent the developer from building on the property within his already approved rights, I will not stand by to allow even higher density usage to occur (such as apartment buildings). I and my neighbors will be paying close attention to this vote and will be prepared to help elect new city officials if this rezone is approved.
Sincerely,
David JenkinsDavid (37909), December 7, 2020 at 2:41 PM
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Deanna December 7, 2020 at 2:58 PM
I Fully Support the transitional residential home proposal on Zion Road..Deanna December 7, 2020 at 2:58 PM
I live in Karns just off Ball Road and down the street from Zion Road.
Deanna
Creek
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Deanna (Creek), December 7, 2020 at 3:11 PM
I fully support Angelic Ministries right to establish their transitional residential home at 3430 Zion Lane. There is plenty of land and Angelic Ministries is an excellent partner to do this.Deanna (Creek), December 7, 2020 at 3:11 PM
Michelle
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Michelle ( 3), December 7, 2020 at 3:13 PM
Deny - Too close to our daughter’s school off of Dyestone Gap Rd!! Michelle ( 3), December 7, 2020 at 3:13 PM
Nick
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Nick (37909), December 7, 2020 at 3:14 PM
Please see attached letter as a PDFNick (37909), December 7, 2020 at 3:14 PM
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201207151412.pdf
Dawn
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Dawn (37931), December 7, 2020 at 3:18 PM
I am totally opposed to the Angelic Ministries Men’s Home based in this area. This is a family residential area with many children and young people, as well as elderly. This is no place to bring such men into. I’m all for helping them but not at the expense of devaluing our property and putting our children and residents at risk. There has to be a more suitable place to house these men with far less risks to the community and without devaluing property for the surrounding residents. This is a relatively quiet community and it needs to remain this way. This is the reason people live here. We did not move into this area so that a home like this could open up and bring unwanted risks to our neighborhood. This must not move forward. Please look for a more suitable place away from local residents and neighborhoods. Our children and elderly are at stake here. Thank you. Dawn (37931), December 7, 2020 at 3:18 PM
Tonia
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Tonia (37909), December 7, 2020 at 3:42 PM
I am opposed to this plan. The Jean Teague Greenway was a large reason why we bought our home. It gave me a safe place to walk with my young daughter. Having an apartment complex running along an entire stretch of the Greenway will go a long way in destroying those feelings of security for many. Tonia (37909), December 7, 2020 at 3:42 PM
Also, no one in my community has been notified of this change that will obviously affect them. No one has had a chance to learn about this new development or ask questions. I don't feel that rezoning a part of our neighborhood during the holidays and during a pandemic is a professional way to go about this. The community deserves to have a voice on this.
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Adrienne December 7, 2020 at 4:33 PM
Please vote no on the rezoning of the land behind St. Andrews Subdivision. An apartment complex adjacent to a single family neighborhood is not appropriate. It will have an adverse affect on my home life … noise, privacy, school crowding, etc.Adrienne December 7, 2020 at 4:33 PM
I am a senior citizen and most of my savings is invested in my home at 207 Kirkwall Lane, and I cannot afford to have it jeopardized.
Thanking you in advance …
Misty
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Misty (37721), December 7, 2020 at 4:38 PM
Commissioners,
On behalf of Edwards Place residents, I am submitting to you a petition signed by 91 residents. An update will be submitted when more signatures are obtained. The petition reads as follows:
Due to unanswered questions remaining, we the undersigned residents of Edwards Place subdivision in Corryton, Tennessee petition the Knox County Planning Commission to deny the Woodbury Crossing 12-SA-20-C / 12-A-20-UR proposed plan listed on the December 10, 2020 Meeting Agenda as agenda item #15 IF The Woda Group, Inc. and/or WC Woodbury Crossing Limited Partnership proposes any of the following:
- To own the 79 units/homes and manage the homes as rental properties.
- To sell these homes to another business/entity for the purpose of managing and/or renting the 79-home development
- To develop the land for the purpose of selling lots to another business/entity for the purpose of managing and/or renting the 79-home development.Misty (37721), December 7, 2020 at 4:38 PM
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Joy December 7, 2020 at 5:16 PM
Good Afternoon. I do not believe that to rezone this area is congruent for our West Hills neighborhood. I do not understand the rush to do this during a pandemic. Our school is already overcrowded as evidenced by the aging portable buildings. Our wildlife has been displaced. I saw a beautiful large buck on a small grassy area last week at the condominiums on Broome Rd. This is not an appropriate area for an apartment complex.Thank you. Joy December 7, 2020 at 5:16 PM
Mark
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Mark (37909), December 7, 2020 at 5:24 PM
re zoning from commecial to wouldn't be beneficial to St Andrews in many ways. first off flooding see photo from this spring. secondly the increased noise level of the interstate with the trees & vegitation cut down and also lights and traffic from an apartment complex will certainly be a negitive empact on the neighborhood ! Please vote NO to rezoning!Mark (37909), December 7, 2020 at 5:24 PM
Jewl
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Jewl (37909), December 7, 2020 at 6:09 PM
We have HUGE concerns about the possibility of putting an apartment complex in this area next to the Jean Teague greenway, West Hills Park, St. Andrews subdivision, 2 churches, and West Hills neighborhood in general for these reasons:Jewl (37909), December 7, 2020 at 6:09 PM
- Apartments are not compatible with 57 single family homes next door in the $400+k range- No real analysis has been taken into consideration for the project with the exception of a traffic study- We request…no, we DEMAND that a Stormwater study be done before ANY development or rezoning of that property- In 2004, when Oliver Smith himself requested that the MPC rezone that property to offices -- Oliver's own representative said he didn’t feel apartments were appropriate for that property.
Please DO NOT APPROVE!!
Rosemarie
37931
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Rosemarie (37931), December 7, 2020 at 6:27 PM
I oppose this residential home for men in my neighborhood.Rosemarie (37931), December 7, 2020 at 6:27 PM
Rosemarie
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Rosemarie (37931), December 7, 2020 at 6:29 PM
I oppose this residence in my neighborhood.Rosemarie (37931), December 7, 2020 at 6:29 PM
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Megan December 7, 2020 at 6:30 PM
I oppose the rezoning of Office Space to Apartment Complex at 8300 Walker Springs. I use the greenway every day and think if you rezone it, you will ruin the natural beauty that is present.Megan December 7, 2020 at 6:30 PM
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Megan December 7, 2020 at 6:30 PM
I oppose the rezoning of Office Space to Apartment Complex at 8300 Walker Springs. I use the greenway every day and think if you rezone it, you will ruin the natural beauty that is present.Megan December 7, 2020 at 6:30 PM
Deborah
37931
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Deborah (37931), December 7, 2020 at 6:46 PM
Please deny the 11-F-20-UR request. This area currently has multiple subdivisions, with several more being built. These all contain small children, as well as, teenagers, who are highly susceptible to any kind of deviant behavior. Other considerations for these individuals is the lack of security officers or trained specialists in the home should the need arise.Deborah (37931), December 7, 2020 at 6:46 PM
Mike
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Mike (37909), December 7, 2020 at 7:10 PM
My wife and I were married in 1999 and immediately built our dream home in St. Andrews subdivision. We particularly loved the location because of its access to so many great places, but particularly because of its access to the Greenway which runs Directly behind our home. The beauty of the trees and the people walking and riding bikes has been a joy to us since day one. We are asking that you do not take this away from so many people and particularly those of us that have grown to love this neighborhood and area. I do not think Knoxville needs any more office , space particularly in this time that where more and more people are now able to work from home. Rezoning of this property Just this does not make sense In the destruction of beautiful land and the destruction of so many property owners land and home value. Thank you for your time and attention on this matter.Mike (37909), December 7, 2020 at 7:10 PM
Connie
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Connie (37909), December 7, 2020 at 7:18 PM
We are opposed to the rezoning of the West Hills Greenway behind our homes on Glenrothes Blvd. the Greenway has been our favorite part of living in this community. It is life giving to our neighborhood and so many use this for exercise and meditation daily. It would be a tragic loss for many friends and neighbors in our area as well as many pets and animals. It is a sanctuary to those of us who have enjoyed it for many years and seasons.
Connie (37909), December 7, 2020 at 7:18 PM
Rosa
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Rosa (24201), December 7, 2020 at 7:19 PM
It's not the right place to have men walking around unsupervised and rehab from drugs.It is an area where overwhelmingly families with children small and big live.Rosa (24201), December 7, 2020 at 7:19 PM
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Rosa December 7, 2020 at 7:24 PM
This will be a catastrophe for our family friendly environment.Rosa December 7, 2020 at 7:24 PM
Please get this scrapped.
Rob
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Rob (37909), December 7, 2020 at 7:33 PM
This refining should be denied, or at the very least tabled/delayed until more information is gathered and analyzed. Storm water runoff has been historically an issue and how this property is developed will potentially further impact existing residential neighboring properties. More analysis is warranted before refining. Additionally, rezoning this parcel to large apartment complex will potentially adversely impact the neighborhood school with overcrowding. Noise from the highway is another detrimental impact rezoning this land could have on the surrounding land owners. Also, the owner of the parcel requesting the rezoning argued 15 years ago that the property was better suited for office space in lieu of apartments which were problematic to the neighboring residential subdivision. His present rezoning request flys in the face of his previous rezoning request 15 years ago. Lastly, the timing and nature of how this rezoning application appears suspicious in that sufficient notification did not seem to be provided that would allow the impacted neighbors to gather information regarding specific detrimental impacts. Based on the above you should deny the rezoning at this time. Rob (37909), December 7, 2020 at 7:33 PM
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Hurley December 7, 2020 at 7:33 PM
I am opposed to the rezoning initiative. We chose to be patient and purchase in West Hills because of the maturity of the neighborhood and feeling comfortable about all it had available to the community. We knew there would not be any new roads or new gigantic projects to change West Hills. Hearing about trying to squeeze in an apartment complex sounds like there will be a high increase of traffic, noise and potentially more flooding. Please rethink this idea and allow this area to remain the same.Hurley December 7, 2020 at 7:33 PM
Ashley
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Ashley (37909), December 7, 2020 at 7:47 PM
As I was heading to drop my daughter off at WH Baptist Preschool, I noticed your rezoning poster. This is of concern for me for our West Hills Elementary where I am a teacher. We already have very large classroom numbers and have teachers teaching in very old portables. Portables are not an ideal learning environment and a large family apartment complex would only seem to add to this problem, as well as, crowding our classrooms more. Please consider a different location for your work efforts. Thank you for listening to the concerns of your community. Ashley (37909), December 7, 2020 at 7:47 PM
Kari
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Kari (37909), December 7, 2020 at 8:03 PM
Please vote no to the upcoming rezoning of this area, or at the very least postpone the decision until a proper meeting can take place between Mr. Smith and the residents of St. Andrew's neighborhood. I strongly believe the change of the zoning will have a negative impact on our neighborhood and the West Hills community. Kari (37909), December 7, 2020 at 8:03 PM
As a seventeen-year resident of St. Andrews neighborhood, I feel the change in zoning would have a negative impact on homes in the area, specifically the residents backing up to the property. Over the years, I have seen more than a dozen times when the flooding from the drain easement/catch basin cannot keep up with the demands. (Water comes from the proposed property, the park, and church property). The overflowing water has reached our homes, garages, and even Glenrothes Blvd numerous times bringing debris, damage, and displaced animals. In addition to flooding issues, the new zoning classification would lead to more noise, light pollution, and traffic congestion.
The change in zoning will have a negative impact on the zoned schools. As a current Knox County educator and former West Hills Elementary teacher, I know firsthand that our elementary, middle, and high schools are overcrowded and stretched thin for resources needed by children in our community. Currently, there are no plans to build any additional schools in this area. The addition 400-600 apartment homes would cause this problem to escalate.
Michelle
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Michelle (d Dr), December 7, 2020 at 8:39 PM
I walk this area with my friend every Saturday. I do not see how an apartment complex is suitable directly beside a neighborhood.Michelle (d Dr), December 7, 2020 at 8:39 PM
Mahogany
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Mahogany (37909), December 7, 2020 at 8:53 PM
I oppose the rezoning request. The greenway abutting the St. Andrews subdivision is one of the few green spaces left in this part of town and is enjoyed by residents not only of the West Hills community, but of the city of Knoxville generally. Turning the requested area into apartments will increase traffic (pedestrian and automotive), noise (especially from the interstate, which currently has a small buffer from the trees and undeveloped zone), and further burden the drainage basin behind the St. Andrews subdivision, which floods regularly. I don't believe sufficient studies have been done on the effect the change of zoning would have on this area. Time is needed for proper evaluation of whether the rezoning and proposed development is appropriate or even desirable for this community. If the property must be rezoned residential, it should be rezoned for single family housing. Even if apartments are required, a smaller apartment complex, with proposed tree buffer separating the apartments from the residential homes would be an improvement over the proposed plan. As it stands, the proposed rezoning and development would be detrimental to the West Hills community.Mahogany (37909), December 7, 2020 at 8:53 PM
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CHARLIE December 7, 2020 at 9:00 PM
This is to express our total opposition against the Angelic Ministries Men’s Home planned at 3430 Zion Lane in the Karns Community. This area is a family residential area with many children and teens, as well as elderly. This is no place for such a home. This home would not only devalue our property, it will also make our once safe neighborhoods not so safe. None of us moved here so that such a home like this could move in and take away our sense of security and devalue our property. There has to be a more suitable place for this home farther away from residential areas where the habitants do not pose a potential threat to the community. Please deny the request for this home to be allowed to open and operate in our community.CHARLIE December 7, 2020 at 9:00 PM
Thank for for your sincere consideration. I hope you understand how we feel and how you would feel if this was moving into your community were your children played or where your elderly parents lived.
Venita
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Venita (37931), December 7, 2020 at 9:05 PM
My family and I are against having a Men's Recovery Group so close to family housing. Though people need the opportunity to start over, We fear that the distance of your proposed home for men is too close in proximality to children, women and families. Please seriously relocate to a more remote location.Venita (37931), December 7, 2020 at 9:05 PM
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Robin December 7, 2020 at 9:06 PM
I am writhing to you in concern and oposition of developing of Woodbury Crossing in Edwards Place subdivision. I believe this would have a negative impact on the value of our homes.Robin December 7, 2020 at 9:06 PM
Brian
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Brian (37909), December 7, 2020 at 9:46 PM
My family and I have been residents in Saint Andrews since 2004, and I can honestly say I cant imagine having any office or apts being zoned along the greenway facing our subdivision. We see so much flooding already due to heavy rains. My friend Mark has been flooded out about 10 times since we have lived here and I can not imagine what the water run off from any parking lot would do to the homes in our subdivision. One year I saw the water rise so high it wrapped around three houses , jumped the road, crossed over another empty lot and back into the waterway. Our property value would decline rapidly if more homes were flooded out by excessive water runoff. More studies really need to be done to move forward with any develpoment of Oliver Smiths land. Our homes and property values are at stake here. Please vote no for this new zoning.Brian (37909), December 7, 2020 at 9:46 PM
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Venita December 7, 2020 at 9:49 PM
On behalf of our family in the Millers Plantation in Karns, we are submitting to you our *NEGATIVE *vote in regards to opening a Men's Recovery home in the area. A half of a mile is too close to children, women and families in general who will be free to roam through the community. It's a vey frightening thought to have a place where there will be poor supervision and have a high risk for harm that may occur in our area which is a mere 1/2 mile away from the Group Home.Venita December 7, 2020 at 9:49 PM
John
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John (37909), December 7, 2020 at 10:04 PM
We have serious concerns about the planned Re zoning from office complex to multiple apartment complexes. The latter would be far less compatible with the St. Andrews subdivision where homes are generally in the 400K+ range. This very sentiment was expressed by Oliver Smith’s representative when zoning for office space was obtained in 2004.Before any development occurs it would be imperative to have a well done stormwater study be done as many adjacent properties have been repeatedly flooded after intense storms. This is likely to be exacerbated by further deforestation and building. Updated traffic noise studies and the need for extension of the Interstate sound barrier wall should also be studied.. Finally it should be noted that it is a particularly beautiful portion of the West Hills Greenway that will be affected by construction of any sort on the property in question and very careful consideration should be given to preserving as much of this natural beauty as possible if any building is undertaken here. We respectfully request that the MPC vote NO in response to the application for rezoning of the property for apartment complex construction.John (37909), December 7, 2020 at 10:04 PM
Meredith
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Meredith (37909), December 7, 2020 at 10:20 PM
As a homeowner in Saint Andrews subdivision we are very concerned about the talk of apartments going in behind the Greenway just adjacent to our neighborhood. This will have an adverse affect on the value of our homes, not to mention traffic, noise, privacy, school crowding, destruction of the beautiful nature and animal habitats beside the greenway, etc. We would sincerely appreciate your voting against such a development to preserve the sanctity of our area.
Thank you!!
The Mackay FamilyMeredith (37909), December 7, 2020 at 10:20 PM
Sue
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Sue (37909), December 7, 2020 at 11:00 PM
Please do not destroy the greenway which runs behind several houses in the St. Andrews subdivision. That greenway is used by hundreds of people and pets everyday. To destroy it would be to seriously affect the well being of many people. In addition, rezoning/and or construction of apartments in the area adjacent to the greenway could seriously impact the value of the homes in the subdivision. Those homes are valued at 400+. The two are not compatible. There may also be some serious drainage issues that could be affected by the construction of a complex of any kind in that area. Sue (37909), December 7, 2020 at 11:00 PM
Please do not take away any part of our greenway!
Jennifer
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Jennifer (37909), December 7, 2020 at 11:06 PM
I’m very concerned about the proposal to rezone this area adjacent to my neighborhood. When the trees were first cut down between the greenway and the church behind my house the interstate noise increased significantly which we were very upset about. This proposal to rezone from proposed office space to apartments this would negatively affect the 57 single family homes, the flooding that already occurs in our backyard when it storms , the number of students in the area schools, the traffic in the area and the overall quality of life in our subdivision. Please vote no to this. Jennifer (37909), December 7, 2020 at 11:06 PM
Leland
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Leland (37909), December 7, 2020 at 11:11 PM
I am writing to you this evening to respectfully request that you grant a 30- to 60-day postponement of hearing this request to rezone the property abutting the south bounds of the St. Andrews subdivision in West Hills.Leland (37909), December 7, 2020 at 11:11 PM
Many residents are just learning about this proposed change from a planned office park to an apartment complex.
With the distractions of COVID-19 and the holidays, many St. Andrews homeowners are worried that the developer is taking advantage of the circumstances to rush this though approval with minimum response from the community. As a part of the West Hills community, the West Hills Community Association shares an interest in the development of this property and how it may impact our community in general and our neighbors in St. Andrews in particular.
Since the property has been on the market as a potential office park for more than two decades, it is hard to imagine what harm would come from granting a possible one- or two-month postponement of this hearing to allow the neighborhood to become better informed and to possibly host a community meeting with the developer via Zoom or other appropriate means.
Thank you in advance for your thoughtful consideration.
12-SA-20-C,12-A-20-UR
Misty December 8, 2020 at 12:34 AM
As I stated in my first email to you, I contacted the developer for the Woodbury Crossing plan on behalf of Edwards Place residents with a list of questions we compiled. To date, *the developer is still unresponsive to our questions*. You have previously heard from neighbors, including myself, of our poor experience with unresponsive developers for Edwards Place. *Huge red flags* are waving for us residents to *already* be facing another developer who appears to be unwilling to answer questions about their proposed plan. This is truly a worrisome situation to be in. Please do not approve a plan for a developer who already is unresponsive to the current residents. *On our behalf, please ask the questions we cannot get answers to from the developer. *Misty December 8, 2020 at 12:34 AM
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201208003431.pdf
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Jolene December 8, 2020 at 12:56 AM
Hello. My name is Jolene Anderson and I am a resident and home owner at 7100 Lawgiver Circle in the Edwards Place Subdivision. Our neighborhood has reached out to Woda Cooper Companies and are not sure of the exact plan but if it is managed rental homes, I oppose because our subdivision was promised to be built out as single family homes that would be purchased. Our homes, for most of us, are our biggest investments and we want nothing more to protect that and the future of it.Jolene December 8, 2020 at 12:56 AM
Basil and Joni
37909
37909
12-A-20-RZ
Basil and Joni (37909), December 8, 2020 at 6:19 AM
We oppose the rezoning of the proposed St Andrews flood zone area to any more residential uses due to its already hazardous flooding and the loss of trees.
Instead of removing more trees, we suggest adding trees to this buffer zone to improve the atmosphere for all citizens and visitors to this area.Basil and Joni (37909), December 8, 2020 at 6:19 AM
Ed
37931
37931
11-F-20-UR
Ed (37931), December 8, 2020 at 7:54 AM
In recent years I have personally worked with some of these individuals through the companion organizations A Hand Off for Men and A Hand Up for Women. Many of them are "rough"--subject to wild mood swings, unreliable and unpredictable. I wholeheartedly support any efforts to help them to return to society as lawful, peaceful, productive citizens. But I am NOT convinced that there is adequate supervision of them and protective measures in place for the many families close by.Ed (37931), December 8, 2020 at 7:54 AM
Lawrence
37922
37922
12-C-20-SU
Lawrence (37922), December 8, 2020 at 8:13 AM
I am opposed to the proposed removal of the planned development designation (PD) at Northshore Town Center. While the proposed rezoning is of minimal consequence, the PD is of significance. We, in the Beau Monde Subdivision live in a PD and have expectations that a greater review process, which we have always enjoyed, would be instrumental in maintaining the standard established for the Northshore Town Center (NTC). We live with streets that are narrower than standard streets, unevenly applied off street parking, a school that contributes to traffic congestion during peak times resulting in level of service of F, and noise and light pollution from the mixed-use nature of the development. We do so because we understood that the totality of the negatives would be balanced with positive aspects such as walkability, attractive lighting, pocket parks (some of which have not been developed and all of which are used by both Beau Monde and apartment residents) enhanced landscaping, traffic studies and rational planning application. Removal of planning commission review for the remaining property in NTC abrogates the trust that we entered into with the City and the developers that an entire community would be developed under a planned concept. We located in this development because we embraced a well-planned, thoughtful concept of new urbanism. I believe that concept will be lost without a rational review process that assures enhanced amenities such as those noted above. Lawrence (37922), December 8, 2020 at 8:13 AM
Robert
37909
37909
12-A-20-RZ
Robert (37909), December 8, 2020 at 8:45 AM
I have lived in this house for around 15 years. We are longtime members of the neighborhood church behind our house. It would be terrible to have hundreds of cars driving beside our church and within a stones throw of my yard. We have always anticipated office space, three-story apartments are totally inappropriate.
We are completely opposed to rezoning.
Robert (37909), December 8, 2020 at 8:45 AM
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Misty December 8, 2020 at 8:55 AM
When my husband and I built a house in Edwards Place on Forest Willow Lane in December 2018 we were told DR Horton was going to continue building more homes behind the lot we bought, once again DR Horton drop the ball. We were not told it would be apartments, if so we would of never built there. How can there be apartments when there is only one way in and one way out? The road is not wide enough for two cars to pass, let alone emergency vehicles to come through while home owners are parked on the road. Please reconsider building in Edwards Place because we believe this will cause a bigger problem before anything good comes out of it.Misty December 8, 2020 at 8:55 AM
Jami
37931
37931
11-F-20-UR
Jami (37931), December 8, 2020 at 9:33 AM
I am OPPOSED to this proposal of establishing a "Boarding Home" on Zion Lane. The proposal sounded like a halfway house, or a weak detention facility where residents would be kept in, but not very securely.
I have three small children, and I moved to this area to start a family 13 years ago because it was a growing family-oriented community. It is the responsibility of the MPC to ensure uses of property are compatible with the local community, and this use is INCOMPATIBLE.Jami (37931), December 8, 2020 at 9:33 AM
Fannie
37909
37909
12-A-20-RZ
Fannie (37909), December 8, 2020 at 9:49 AM
I am very opposed to apartments being built near the greenway at West Hills. This cannot happen! This was shut down several years ago and needs to happen again. Fannie (37909), December 8, 2020 at 9:49 AM
James
37909
37909
12-A-20-RZ
James (37909), December 8, 2020 at 10:47 AM
I have lived in this part of West Hills for over 30 years. The Jean Teague Greenway has very much improved the quality of life in this neighborhood. Please don't allow its beauty to be destroyed by, in effect, having it end up in the back yard or much worse, adjacent and visible to a housing complex parking lot! Please do not approve this rezoning application. Thank You.James (37909), December 8, 2020 at 10:47 AM
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Matthew December 8, 2020 at 11:12 AM
Approving this plan without more information from the developer provides them with an open ticket to do as they please with the 79 lots in Edwards Place subdivision. Why is this developer unwilling to answer our questions?Matthew December 8, 2020 at 11:12 AM
We need answers in order to ensure the preservation of the original vision for the Edwards Place development, the home investment value, and the development and continuation of long-term connection with neighbors.
This plan needs to be denied since there is no clear indication of what the developer will do with the 79 lots. If the developer will not answer questions before this is approved, how well do you think they will work with the Edwards Place neighborhood after it is approved?
Joe
37931
37931
11-F-20-UR
Joe (37931), December 8, 2020 at 11:21 AM
Resubmitting comments with updated information as I am unable to edit previous comments.
Serves as supplementary information to previous comments Joe (37931), December 8, 2020 at 11:21 AM
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201208112119.pdf
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Boyd December 8, 2020 at 11:24 AM
I am total opposed to this rezoning which is not appropriate for this neighborhood. It would have a severe impact of the quality of life for the residents of St Andrews and most of West Hills. Flooding is already a major problem and this would not help. Let’s keep things green as the greenway was planned for.Boyd December 8, 2020 at 11:24 AM
Applicant
12-A-20-RZ
Applicant Correspondence
December 8, 2020 at 11:30 AM
Please find attached correspondence on behalf of the applicant, Taylor D. Forrester o/b/o The Offices at St. Andrews, LLC Applicant Correspondence
December 8, 2020 at 11:30 AM
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201208113024.pdf
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Jeff
37922
37922
12-A-20-RZ
Jeff (37922), December 8, 2020 at 12:03 PM
I walk the green way every day during lunch it is beautiful please reserve a part of Knoxville that is so inviting to this neighborhood in to other communities into those who are considering making Knoxville their homeJeff (37922), December 8, 2020 at 12:03 PM
Bowe
37909
37909
12-A-20-RZ
Bowe (37909), December 8, 2020 at 12:16 PM
My wife and I recently moved to the beautiful Saint Andrew’s Subdivision in October. One of the main reasons we chose this house was its access to the beautiful greenway. We use it almost every day! Adding any kind of apartment complex would undoubtedly lead to damage of the greenway from construction and trash. The people of West Hills deserve better. Why damage something so beautiful with unnecessary construction? West hills is a wonderful place to start our family and I look forward to someday playing with my children on that same beautiful greenway, a tiny oasis in the middle of a wonderful city! Bowe (37909), December 8, 2020 at 12:16 PM
Joyce
37931
37931
11-F-20-UR
Joyce (37931), December 8, 2020 at 1:14 PM
I am against having a "Men's B Home" at 3430 Zion Lane "11-F-20-UR". I do not think a place such as this is appropriate for our residential community, especially noting the fact the men to be housed therein are not ready to live in Ministries own unsupervised homes and will NOT have structured supervision.Joyce (37931), December 8, 2020 at 1:14 PM
Shannon
37923
37923
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Shannon (37923), December 8, 2020 at 1:41 PM
I use this Greenway several times a week. Adding apartments there really ruins the concept of a Greenway. Hundreds of people walk this trail and we like that barrier of trees between us and the highway. It's a nice escape from the city in the city. Please don't knock down all those trees.Shannon (37923), December 8, 2020 at 1:41 PM
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Joyce December 8, 2020 at 1:45 PM
I am opposed to having a "Men's B Home" at 3430 Zion Lane. I do not believe it would be in the best interest of our small residential community consisting of mostly older people and young adults with school age children. Also, because this home would house men who are NOT ready to live in Angelic Ministries OWN unsupervised homes and would NOT be appropriately staffed to meet their needs, I believe this would be a detriment, not only to the men, but to our community as well.Joyce December 8, 2020 at 1:45 PM
I strongly support it be DENIED.
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Sharon December 8, 2020 at 1:50 PM
I am hopeful for your consideration of our community on case 12-C-20-SU. When my husband and I recently decided to purchase our home in Knoxville, we sought Northshore Town Center specifically for the opportunities for small shops and restaurants within walking distance. We are not in favor of removing the planned commercial zoning. Sharon December 8, 2020 at 1:50 PM
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201208135030.pdf
Cynthia
37909
37909
12-A-20-RZ
Cynthia (37909), December 8, 2020 at 1:50 PM
Please vote NO for the rezoning of this property. I am very concerned by storm water drainage because my yard has flooded many times during storms and it has been very close to entering my basement on several occasions. Has a storm water analysis been conducted? What has the developer documented that he will do about drainage from the many apartments and parking lots? I think the property is more suited for office buildings and that will not impact traffic as much and will add no additional students to the surrounding overcrowded schools. Also, apartments along the greenway generally bring more crime and more littering than greenspaces. Please vote NO on the rezoning!Cynthia (37909), December 8, 2020 at 1:50 PM
Linda
37721
37721
12-SA-20-C
Linda (37721), December 8, 2020 at 1:51 PM
As my previous communication stated, the developers still have not answered our questions. As a community we deserve to have a good working relationship with the builder who will be building in our community. This will impact the financial stability of our homes and neighborhood. Their silence is deafening.
One thing we do know is they plan to market these homes under the name Woodbury Crossing. Do they plan to have a community monument in the middle of our neighborhood? This would be an eyesore. If not, in essence they would still be Edwards Place and impacting our community, as outsiders will see no difference.
We have another builder who is waiting for your denial of this plan that we have identified as interested in completing our neighborhood per the original concept plan. This is what we want, with amenities. We do not trust the Woda Group as they are less than forthcoming. We would much rather work with a developer of our choosing.
Please after all our community has been through with previous developers, deny this plan, so we can move ahead with the developer of our choice.Linda (37721), December 8, 2020 at 1:51 PM
Melissa
37921
37921
11-F-20-UR
Melissa (37921), December 8, 2020 at 2:19 PM
Hello,Melissa (37921), December 8, 2020 at 2:19 PM
I am writing in to you today regarding the property on 3430 Zion Rd I was very upset when I heard a boarding home for men is wanting to be placed on this property merely a block away from my elderly disabled parents.There is no public transportation, nor jobs within walking distance of this property only established neighborhoods. There is no need for a facility of this kind in a residential area that has NO resources to help rehabilitate men. We do not want this in our area! How is this good for established neighborhoods, families, small children and elderly? There aren't even sidewalks in the area for them to take walks, they would have to walk onto someone's private property if trying to leave the home, because Ball Road has a very high traffic load. This is not for our community, Halls didn't want them in the middle of their neighborhood and we don't either. Please take this seriously, would you want this next door to your elderly parents, their property value to go down, to not feel safe in their home the habe owned for over 30 years? I doubt you would, and I don't want to see it next to mine either. Please deny them the rights to come to our neighborhood and community!Thank you.
Brandon
37931
37931
11-F-20-UR
Brandon (37931), December 8, 2020 at 2:42 PM
Do you have children of your own? Our community has LARGE amounts of children here and while I am in full support of a program like this, my wife has worked in this field long enough to know the dangers. Both in this country and helping people over seas. If she said its not something we want/need in our vicinity and could be better strategically placed somewhere else, then she is correct. Here is all I am saying. If one of my children is hurt or affected by this in any way, shape, or form I will hold these decision makers personally responsible. That's a word lost on this generation coming up but hopefully you know what this means. Evidently this has been batted down now multiple times already and when we are in a time of need and dealing with bad calls hurting small businesses and useless mask mandates, your going to try to sneak an already failed proposal through under the cover of a pandemic. Not only is this shameful, but just down right dirty. Stop and focus on stuff that truly matters and put this where it needs to be, far from anywhere close to a residential area where you know small children are. Brandon (37931), December 8, 2020 at 2:42 PM
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Katrina December 8, 2020 at 3:04 PM
I am a homeowner that lives in Edwards Place Subdivision and I oppose the proposal for Woodbury crossing. We have reached out to this developer in concern due to their proposal this summer. To date we have received a response. The only thing we have to go off of is their website. I have attached pictures to show some of the single Family homes they have built in the past. As you can see they are portrayed as apartments. Is this what they are proposing for Woodbury crossing? Thank you, Katrina ButlerKatrina December 8, 2020 at 3:04 PM
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201208150428.pdf
Evalyn
37922
37922
12-C-20-SU
Evalyn (37922), December 8, 2020 at 3:12 PM
I would like to state that I am opposed to the removal of the planned development for this parcel of land. Having moved to the Beau Monde subdivision with the expectation that the surrounding area would develop in a planned and attractive manner, if the PD is removed there is not the opportunity for future review of the proposed apartments. While developers meet City requirements, they do not live in the area and therefore may not be sensitive to the local neighborhood’s needs and issues when it comes to development. Having additional input at the time of these developments would hold developers accountable for keeping this Knoxville neighborhood attractive and the overall City the great place that it is to live. Thank you.Evalyn (37922), December 8, 2020 at 3:12 PM
Applicant
11-B-20-OB
Applicant Correspondence
December 8, 2020 at 3:23 PM
Please See Attached Letter.Applicant Correspondence
December 8, 2020 at 3:23 PM
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201208152333.pdf
applicant
Michael
37909
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12-A-20-RZ
Michael (37909), December 8, 2020 at 3:42 PM
As someone who uses Knoxville's greenways quite frequently, I am greatly opposed to reducing the green around the greenways. These stretches of land need to be preserved whenever possible as they are relied upon by so many to get a break from the rest of the city. It will negatively affect many people from all over Knoxville who use these greenways.Michael (37909), December 8, 2020 at 3:42 PM
Rachael
37909
37909
12-A-20-RZ
Rachael (37909), December 8, 2020 at 3:47 PM
As a west hills resident, I do not want the space along the greenway to be developed. Greenways should be green.Rachael (37909), December 8, 2020 at 3:47 PM
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Debra December 8, 2020 at 3:56 PM
My concern is for traffic exiting onto Gallaher View Road. There have been multiple fatalities in that particular spot and with an additional 500 cars coming and going daily, its of concern. Drivers will also take a right and then a right onto Broome Road to use West Hills as a cut through. We are already experiencing an issue with speed, reckless driving, and littering. Would you please take the above under advisement when making a decision regarding the rezoning and/or approval. This may seem as though its not of major importance, but it is to the families living on Broome. How much more traffic can one neighborhood handle? Debra December 8, 2020 at 3:56 PM
My other concern is the same as the other emails you have been receiving, the integrity of neighborhoods, West Hills and St. Andrews. Noise, water run off, destruction of a greenway, decrease in home values etc.
Finally, I am respectfully requesting that you grant a 30- to 60-day postponement of hearing this request to rezone the property mentioned.
Brandon
37931
37931
11-F-20-UR
Brandon (37931), December 8, 2020 at 4:31 PM
Do you have children of your own? Our community has LARGE amounts of children here and while I am in full support of a program like this, my wife has worked in this field long enough to know the dangers. Both in this country and helping people overseas. If she said it's not something we want/need in our vicinity and could be better strategically placed somewhere else, then she is correct. Here is all I am saying. If one of my children is hurt or affected by this in any way, shape, or form I will hold these decision makers personally responsible. That's a word lost on this generation coming up but hopefully you know what this means. Evidently this has been batted down now multiple times already and when we are in a time of need and dealing with bad calls hurting small businesses and useless mask mandates, you're going to try to sneak an already failed proposal through under the cover of a pandemic. Not only is this shameful, but just down right dirty. Stop and focus on things that truly matter and put this where it needs to be... far from anywhere close to a residential area where you know small children are. Brandon (37931), December 8, 2020 at 4:31 PM
Applicant
12-B-20-RZ,12-C-20-SU
Applicant Correspondence
December 8, 2020 at 4:40 PM
Please find attached a correspondence on behalf of the applicant requesting a 30 day postponement.Applicant Correspondence
December 8, 2020 at 4:40 PM
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201208164007.pdf
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Frank
37909
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Frank (37909), December 8, 2020 at 5:09 PM
We have been aware of this development since July 2020, but many community members are just now hearing about it. There are many questions and concerns, obviously. A 30-60 day postponement will give all parties time to get a clear understanding of this proposal, and hopefully work towards a mutually beneficial outcome for everyone involved. WHCA supports a postponement for this purpose.Frank (37909), December 8, 2020 at 5:09 PM
Kevin
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Kevin (37918), December 8, 2020 at 5:51 PM
See attachedKevin (37918), December 8, 2020 at 5:51 PM
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201208175134.pdf
Kevin
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Kevin (37918), December 8, 2020 at 6:03 PM
Lot 70 (corner lot) appears to be pretty small in area after the two front setbacks are shown. Will that lot be large enough to be buildable? A developer who presents a concept plan should ensure that all of the lots created would not then request variances from the BZA. Builders who do that are responsible for creating their own hardship, and it is settled case law that you are not entitled for variance relief if you created your own hardship. Lot 65 also looks a little irregular and tight.Kevin (37918), December 8, 2020 at 6:03 PM
Also, Lot 18, the "Amenity & Common Area" is unhelpful to your deliberations. Is it large enough to be a playground, basketball court, or other significant asset to the neighborhood? Will you impose a condition requiring the developer to create a playground or active recreational area on that lot? Right now, if it's approved as-is, there is no requirement for the developer to complete a playground or anything, and if the developer just leaves an empty lot for the HOA, that'd be just fine....
Carole
37922
37922
12-C-20-SU
Carole (37922), December 8, 2020 at 6:43 PM
We purchased our property under the understanding that this area was specially zoned (the only zoning of this type in Knoxville). We were told the land under zone request change was to be retail with business or apartments on the second level. Since that time we have constantly fought rezoning for apartments. Zoning has changed several times during the time we have lived here.
At the present time the residents from the apartments below us use our parks and walk their dogs often not picking up their waste. As a resident, we pay to maintain our parks and neighborhood. Continuing to increase density will place additional burdens on the school and our clean neighborhood. We have to pay city taxes that no neighbors surrounding us do and we feel due to this we should be protected as we were originally zoned.Carole (37922), December 8, 2020 at 6:43 PM
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Stephanie December 8, 2020 at 7:46 PM
I oppose the building of more apartments at Northshore Town Center. I oppose the zoning changes. Stephanie December 8, 2020 at 7:46 PM
Linda
37721
37721
12-SA-20-C
Linda (37721), December 8, 2020 at 8:08 PM
Please deny the plan propose by the Woda Group. This plan puts a separate development of houses in the Edwards Place Subdivision under a different name, Woodbury Crossing. However, they will still be using the streets of Edwards Place as there is not a second entrance available to them. Are they to put community monuments on our streets to signify their community? That would be odd and out of place. What about the separate HOA’s? In essence we would really be one neighorhood by virtue of the roads we share. The Woda Group could potentially be creating problems within the community by not taking the name of the original community, Edwards Place and making us one community.
Additionally, because they have clustered the 79 homes on one side of the creek, they have made it impossible for the residents of Edwards Place to have the amenities we were promised as part of the original concept plan and the plan that was later approved by subsequent builders. As a community, we had hoped that one day we would have a builder or the HOA build a pool , clubhouse, park, or some other such play area on the green space. The plan by Woda group will not make that possible as the 79 houses have used all the buildable space. No more improvements will be possible. Edwards Place will be the losers in this plan.
Please deny this plan. Please allow us to have another builder build on the land to get the single family homes we deserve and the amenities we’ve asked for.
Linda (37721), December 8, 2020 at 8:08 PM
Makan
37931
37931
11-F-20-UR
Makan (37931), December 8, 2020 at 8:31 PM
I am writing you this comments with my firm OBJECTION to the current requests for re-zoning in the Karns area on Zion Lane, off of Ball Rd: Multi-family residential re-zoning (11-F-20-UR)Makan (37931), December 8, 2020 at 8:31 PM
I have a huge concern regarding this project due to the potential unsafe environment that it can create around our neighborhood.
This type of establishment does not belong to high-capacity residential area because of the potential risk and outcome ahead.
12-A-20-RZ
KATHY December 8, 2020 at 8:44 PM
I an concerned about the rezoning planned near the Church of Christ. I am a West Hills resident and only just heard about this. Why no input from local homeowners? This should be studied furthe before rezoning.KATHY December 8, 2020 at 8:44 PM
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Jamie December 8, 2020 at 10:20 PM
I oppose a rental home development within our neighborhood at Edwards Place.Jamie December 8, 2020 at 10:20 PM
Please consider the below points:
- The land in question is zoned Planned Residential. The zoning name itself implies that the residential area should be planned. Not a piecemeal of a subdivision within a subdivision, thus having two separate HOAs and different subdivision names but sharing the same street names.- According to Knox County’s Code of Ordinance, “Residential areas thus established would be characterized by a unified building and site development program.” How can the Planning Commission approve this plan without knowing if this development will fulfill this description?- Why will the developer not answer our questions? Where is the developer’s accountability?- If an amenity area was required by the Planning Commissioner for the original Edwards Place development plan but was never installed, why is this not still a requirement today?- Other developers have expressed interest in completing Edwards Place as it was originally intended. There are other options besides this current developer! - Two separate subdivisions within one creates division instead of one unified body of residents. - How does this plan improve Edwards Place or continue the original vision approved by the Planning Commission?
Kevin
37931
37931
11-F-20-UR
Kevin (37931), December 8, 2020 at 11:48 PM
I am OPPOSED to the “Boarding Home” being proposed on Zion Lane and request that you DENY the request. The proposal sounded more like an inadequately secured halfway house, and it therefore should not be allowed per Agricultural zoning.
This requested “Use on Review” is incompatible with surrounding land uses. There are no other facilities like this nearby. And it presents a hazard to the local community. There are HUNDREDS of single-family homes, most with children, four school bus stops, and a child daycare center all within a half mile of this property. Angelic Ministries stated the residents would be there because they are not yet ready to enter society. But Angelic Ministries will not be able to detain or restrain a resident if one becomes irate and wants to storm off into one of these homes or yards with children. SOUNDS DANGEROUS. This type of facility belongs away from residential areas.
Kevin (37931), December 8, 2020 at 11:48 PM
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ANDREA December 9, 2020 at 4:02 AM
After tonight’s meeting it appeared no one really cared about the following. Please consider the! This approval will drastically drop home values on our area if the properties are rentals which is all this company makes.ANDREA December 9, 2020 at 4:02 AM
The land in question is zoned Planned Residential. The zoning name itself implies that the residential area should be planned. Not a piecemeal of a subdivision within a subdivision, thus having two separate HOAs and different subdivision names but sharing the same street names.- According to Knox County’s Code of Ordinance, “Residential areas thus established would be characterized by a unified building and site development program.” How can the Planning Commission approve this plan without knowing if this development will fulfill this description?- Why will the developer not answer our questions? Where is the developer’s accountability?- If an amenity area was required by the Planning Commissioner for the original Edwards Place development plan but was never installed, why is this not still a requirement today?- Other developers have expressed interest in completing Edwards Place as it was originally intended. There are other options besides this current developer!- Two separate subdivisions within one creates division instead of one unified body of residents.- How does this plan improve Edwards Place or continue the original vision approved by the Planning Commission?
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Ruvim December 9, 2020 at 7:54 AM
As a resident of Edwards Place Subdivision I want to emphasise how strongly I disagree with this proposal and the manner in which the developer has handled our questions, as in they have refused to answer any of them! I live on Forest willow and my back yard meets up with the property in question so i will be affected more than most. We were told when buying our home that the lot behind our house would be the 3rd phase of the subdivision with the same type of single dwellings, THAT WOULD NOT BE RENTALS, nor apartments. This proposal and the way it has been handled is another slap in the face in regards to developers trying to build other types of dwellings on the property with no regards to the families living here. I have not been approached by them for any information and as i stated earlier, none of our questions have been answered! It is obvious that they do not care about our questions or our concerns with their plans. I have invested my life into my home and this proposal is detrimental to me. DO NOT APPROVE THIS PROPOSAL.Ruvim December 9, 2020 at 7:54 AM
Katrina
37721
37721
12-A-20-UR
Katrina (37721), December 9, 2020 at 8:26 AM
I am writing in opposition for Woodbury Crossing. We are opposing this proposal for many reasons, one being that when we bought our homes, we were told and had the vision our subdivision would be finished as one subdivision. If approved, Woodbury Crossing would only have access to main streets through our subdivision. What really doesn’t make sense to me is creating a subdivision within an existing subdivision. The plan for our subdivision years ago was for it to be completed as a whole. We were also promised amenities when we bought our home. It is very sad that our subdivision has been let down by many builders over the years. We have found a builder that wants to complete our subdivision as it was first proposed. This developer has not been transparent and is not wanting to just complete our subdivision. Please deny this proposal and let this builder come and finish our subdivision that we had all hoped for. Katrina (37721), December 9, 2020 at 8:26 AM
Riaan
37931
37931
11-F-20-UR
Riaan (37931), December 9, 2020 at 8:28 AM
Lots of families with small children in this area. Their safety and security should be paramount. Property values will also be negatively affected. Angelic Ministries should have reached out to the surrounding communities to work with them, instead of trying to “fly under the radar” and get this pushed through. I’ve not seen or heard anything from this group, unless I’ve missed it. Collaboration goes a long away. Riaan (37931), December 9, 2020 at 8:28 AM
11-F-20-UR
Kevin December 9, 2020 at 8:37 AM
I am attaching reference documents which I will refer to during my time to comment in opposition on Thursday. If you can, please make these available to the MPC on Thursday.Kevin December 9, 2020 at 8:37 AM
I am OPPOSED to the “Boarding Home” being proposed on Zion Lane and request that you DENY the request. The proposal sounded more like an inadequately secured halfway house, and it therefore should not be allowed per Agricultural zoning.
This requested “Use on Review” is incompatible with surrounding land uses. There are no other facilities like this nearby. And presents a hazard to the local community. There are HUNDREDS of single-family homes, most with children, four school bus stops, and a child daycare center all within a half mile of this property. Angelic Ministries stated the residents would be there because they are not yet ready to enter society. But Angelic Ministries will not be able to detain or restrain a resident if one becomes irate and wants to storm off into this one of these homes or yards with children. SOUNDS DANGEROUS.
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11-F-20-UR
Kevin December 9, 2020 at 8:37 AM
I am attaching reference documents which I will refer to during my time to comment in opposition on Thursday. If you can, please make these available to the MPC on Thursday.Kevin December 9, 2020 at 8:37 AM
I am OPPOSED to the “Boarding Home” being proposed on Zion Lane and request that you DENY the request. The proposal sounded more like an inadequately secured halfway house, and it therefore should not be allowed per Agricultural zoning.
This requested “Use on Review” is incompatible with surrounding land uses. There are no other facilities like this nearby. And presents a hazard to the local community. There are HUNDREDS of single-family homes, most with children, four school bus stops, and a child daycare center all within a half mile of this property. Angelic Ministries stated the residents would be there because they are not yet ready to enter society. But Angelic Ministries will not be able to detain or restrain a resident if one becomes irate and wants to storm off into this one of these homes or yards with children. SOUNDS DANGEROUS.
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Daniel
37918
37918
11-F-20-UR
Daniel (37918), December 9, 2020 at 8:54 AM
I am in favor of Angelic Boarding House.Daniel (37918), December 9, 2020 at 8:54 AM
Christie
37938
37938
11-F-20-UR
Christie (37938), December 9, 2020 at 9:36 AM
Angelic Ministries Boarding House on Zion Ln. WILL be a positive impact on the community. I've not only served at Angelic Ministries but have also seen first hand the transformation of lives that have been served by Angelic Ministries. I believe this boarding house will be the door to seeing men transformed into not only godly men but great honest citizens of our city that will make a difference in our community. It is my prayer that this boarding home be approved. Christie (37938), December 9, 2020 at 9:36 AM
Misty
37721
37721
12-A-20-UR
Misty (37721), December 9, 2020 at 10:25 AM
I listened to Tuesday's agenda review meeting. If you cannot consider whether the proposed development will be owner-occupied homes, then please consider the following in the attached message.Misty (37721), December 9, 2020 at 10:25 AM
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Misty
37721
37721
12-A-20-UR
Misty (37721), December 9, 2020 at 11:05 AM
There are now 96 signatures from Edwards Place residents on the petition we previously submitted to you. The attachment is the updated petition file with all 96 signatures.Misty (37721), December 9, 2020 at 11:05 AM
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Divina
37909
37909
12-A-20-RZ
Divina (37909), December 9, 2020 at 12:03 PM
We have just recently learned about a proposal to change a planned office park near the St. Andrews subdivision to a 500-600 apartment complex.Divina (37909), December 9, 2020 at 12:03 PM
As a member of the West Hills Community, we share an interest in the outcome of this proposal, and residual affects to our neighborhood especially the St. Andrews subdivision, greenway. Additionally, potential impacts to traffic on East Walker Springs Road and Gallaher View Road could be detrimental. I have lived in the Cavet Station subdivision on Alexander Cavet Drive off Broome Road and Gallaher View Road for the past 16+ years. Many of you are aware of the tremendous increase in traffic volume on Broome Road. This has lead to numerous accidents some fatal. This development could potentially exacerbate an already dangerous situation on all surrounding roads.
I respectfully ask the members of the commission to please postpone the December 10th hearing for 30-90 days to become better informed, and gather all of information to conduct a community meeting with the developer.
Candace
ld Dr
ld Dr
12-A-20-RZ
Candace (ld Dr), December 9, 2020 at 1:08 PM
Please don’t build this apartment complex.!!! This peaceful greenway will never be the same! We have lived in west hills for 16 years and the nice, quiet community that this greenway provides will change it in a negative way! We use the greenway about 5 times a week and it is part of what drew us to this area. We like the quiet neighborhood feel and apartments will kill that!Candace (ld Dr), December 9, 2020 at 1:08 PM
Matthew
37909
37909
12-A-20-RZ
Matthew (37909), December 9, 2020 at 1:52 PM
As a West Hills resident, and frequent user, I oppose development of any kind along the greenway, both for aesthetic and for environmental reasons. As some have already commented, drainage is an issue all along the greenway. Additionally, the removal of the trees will increase noise pollution from the roads as well as reducing the amount of habitat for wildlife. Matthew (37909), December 9, 2020 at 1:52 PM
Daniel
37938
37938
11-F-20-UR
Daniel (37938), December 9, 2020 at 3:39 PM
I am 100% in favor of Angelic Ministry establishing a boarding house on 3430 Zion Lane, Knoxville to put all of the men that work for Angelic Ministry will be able to live under one roof while progressing through their job readiness program. Unclear why the infrastructure is not considered suitable for a boarding home since the original purpose of the property in 1969 was for a children's boarding home.Daniel (37938), December 9, 2020 at 3:39 PM
Wallace
37931
37931
12-F-20-UR
Wallace (37931), December 9, 2020 at 3:41 PM
PLEASE consider the attached presentation prior to voting. We are not opposed to responsible development of this parcel, but we are very concerned about the impact of 5 units/acre on water quality and flooding in Beaver Creek. For the Hatmaker parcel, the 5' side setback should carry the stipulation that, at a minimum, the combined setback for both sides of each unit shall be no less than 30'. This will be a VERY MINOR step in the right direction to help alleviate flooding problems in Knox County.Wallace (37931), December 9, 2020 at 3:41 PM
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Applicant
12-A-20-UR
Applicant Correspondence
December 9, 2020 at 3:46 PM
Letter to the CommissionersApplicant Correspondence
December 9, 2020 at 3:46 PM
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Gary
37909
37909
12-A-20-RZ
Gary (37909), December 9, 2020 at 4:04 PM
I am highly opposed to this proposal (12-A-20-R2, 8300 E. Walker Springs LN). Based on first hand research, I am greatly concerned this proposal will have undoubtedly a substantial, negative affect on my property value and way of life here at my home and St. Andrews Subdivision/West Hills community. Gary (37909), December 9, 2020 at 4:04 PM
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Heath
37931
37931
11-F-20-UR
Heath (37931), December 9, 2020 at 6:05 PM
Hello, we live next door to the proposed boarding home and we do NOT want it. My wife and I care for my mother and now her dad. We live on this two acre property and is private. I fear for their safety when we are away at work during the day. I would not want either of them approved by so called tenants or "friends" that might be looking for them to "catch up on old times" like dealers or any others they ran with before they went to prison. We have lived here at 3426 Zion Lane since since March of 2005 with ZERO problems. We moved into the Karns community because it's a nice, quiet place with very little crime. I don't feel that I need to install a security system or have our cars and houses broke into looking for something. Please reconsider and not letting this pass. There are other issues like transportation, a day care close by and such. I will not like it if my property value goes down because of this home if we would ever want to move. We are in our early 50's and never planned on moving. Thank you for your time.Heath (37931), December 9, 2020 at 6:05 PM
12-F-20-UR
Kelly December 10, 2020 at 1:19 AM
PLEASE look at the attached presentation and if you don't do anything else look at the photos, text messages, and newspaper clippings therein. I have done the work for you. THIS AREA FLOODS.Kelly December 10, 2020 at 1:19 AM
The "townhomes" proposed for the east side of the Hatmaker Parcel are certain to flood unless they are built on stilts. The creek is at 1000' elevation (p. 2 of Concept Plan) where it flows underneath W Emory Rd and the creek already overtops the road during high flow events (see photos). The 984' elevation mark goes through the middle of these townhomes and the LOWEST elevation anywhere on this parcel is 980'! I can promise you this creek rises more than 4' now; where do you think the runoff from an additional 112 units and 7 new roads is going to go?
If approved, this will be a self-flooding subdivision not to mention the havoc it will wreak on the poor property owners who live downstream (look at the photos!). I have lived across the street from the Hatmaker parcel for 27 yrs and I know what I am talking about. Don't make the same mistake the Commission made when it approved Harrell Road Stormwater Park (now Roy Arthur Stormwater Park) for residential development (look at the newspaper article!).
It would be irresponsible for anyone to approve this development (as is) and a slap in the face to those Knox County taxpayers who live downstream and are already inundated during high rain events.
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Kerry
37931
37931
11-F-20-UR
Kerry (37931), December 10, 2020 at 9:11 AM
While the intent of this endeavor by Angelic Ministries is valiant, the location of this property does not seem to be conducive to meet the needs of the inhabitants.
The structure is likely inexpensive because it has been uninhabited for many years which makes the property appealing to the ministry.
Our family supports the efforts of Angelic Ministries but is this what is best for both the Karns Community and those Angelic Ministries desires to reach. Kerry (37931), December 10, 2020 at 9:11 AM
Anatoliy
37931
37931
11-F-20-UR
Anatoliy (37931), December 10, 2020 at 9:17 AM
Hi, I wanted to provide a comment regarding this project. I understand the cause of this project is noble but I dont think this is the best location for this establishment. I dont feel comfortable with having added risk of having this facility across our subdivision. I dont always want to have this in the back of my mind when I leave my garage door open or while my kids are playing outside. I would ask that the commission DENY this request. Anatoliy (37931), December 10, 2020 at 9:17 AM
Ang
3793
3793
11-F-20-UR
Ang ( 3793), December 10, 2020 at 9:23 AM
Deny! My family will be personally affected by this action. My fear is that these men will not be provided adequate transportation and opportunities in our little community. Ball Road is already treacherous and with only woods and homes nearby, this does not allow them any work opportunities, etc. My property value will definitely take a hit and so will our safety and security. I wish the best for these men, but do not feel this is the best place for this. Please find another site that will better fit their needs for a better outcome. I plead this on behalf of my family and neighbors. Ang ( 3793), December 10, 2020 at 9:23 AM
Leslie
37931
37931
11-F-20-UR
Leslie (37931), December 10, 2020 at 9:34 AM
I firmly am AGAINST this men’s home to be in a residential area around neighborhoods with small children. There is no access to transportation and this can pose a risk to our homes and our children. This is absurd to even consider in this area. Yes it may be needed, but not in a rural area that is surrounded by homes. Leslie (37931), December 10, 2020 at 9:34 AM
William
37931
37931
11-F-20-UR
William (37931), December 10, 2020 at 9:37 AM
It is not a good idea to put this men’s home in a residential area. There is no means of adequate transportation, no security features for this home that could protect the families and their homes in all of the neighborhoods that surround. All it takes is for one person or child to be hurt and for one home to be broken into. It also affects the value of surrounding homes. This is a big NO! William (37931), December 10, 2020 at 9:37 AM
Marisela
37931
37931
11-F-20-UR
Marisela (37931), December 10, 2020 at 9:40 AM
The consideration of this facility near our subdivision would increase the anxiety for the safety of our children and families. There is no opportunity for public transportation in this area and if a patient want to leave the facility the would roam the road into our subdivision and potentially increasing crime in area. Please consider a more rural location for this.Marisela (37931), December 10, 2020 at 9:40 AM
Josh
37931
37931
11-F-20-UR
Josh (37931), December 10, 2020 at 10:21 AM
I'm opposed to the new facility at the proposed location. I live directly across from the area where this new facility is supposed to go. There are a lot of families with small children, including myself, who live in and around this area.Josh (37931), December 10, 2020 at 10:21 AM
I am not at all excited about the prospect of having revolving door of men with criminal backgrounds moving in and out within a few hundred yards of where my children play.
The only positive comments in this entire thread are from people who do not live in the area. It's very easy to support something when it doesn't personally affect you.
I appreciate the mission of Angelic Ministry, but they should also be respectful of the wishes of the hundreds of families living in this area who do not want this facility in their backyard.
Stevie
37931
37931
11-F-20-UR
Stevie (37931), December 10, 2020 at 10:46 AM
I oppose the location of the Men's Boarding home on Zion Rd. This is all around a poor location for this type of facility. I do understand these men need this type of facility to overcome the obstacles they are currently facing, but this is all around a poor location for this facility. This type of facility needs to be located in an area with accesss to public transportation, sidewalks, and access to jobs to help transistion these men back into society. The rural part of Karns does not have this type of access. This facility is to hold 12 men with 2 workers, it has been disputed that the workers will take the men to and from work locations with the ratio of 12/2 it seems to be overstating the possibility. I do understand this type of facility is needed, but I do believe that it would be better located near areas of downtown where there is access to public transportation, sidewalks for saftey to walk to and from locations, and locations to job opportunities. Stevie (37931), December 10, 2020 at 10:46 AM
Kevin
37931
37931
11-F-20-UR
Kevin (37931), December 10, 2020 at 10:54 AM
Please see my attached letter for comments concerning my opposition to the Angelic Ministries to operate a Men's Home on Zion Lane. I understand Angelic Ministries has a lot of support from individuals who are not even residents of the Karns community and would just like that to be considered in their argument to approve this home. Nothing in their stance fits with the zoning of this property and if approved will result in a high risk for this area. Kevin (37931), December 10, 2020 at 10:54 AM
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Taylor
37919
37919
11-B-20-OB
Taylor (37919), December 10, 2020 at 11:52 AM
Please see attached letter.Taylor (37919), December 10, 2020 at 11:52 AM
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Applicant
11-M-20-RZ
Applicant Correspondence
December 10, 2020 at 12:50 PM
Hello and good morning, I am emailing in reference to 1630 Osborne rd, we were under the impression that the meeting had been postponed until Dec 21st and Ms Nelson is out of town and can't be online today at the meeting, please let me know what needs to be done. After reading the complaint that is on the public comments the vehicles that are still at the property run and drive and are tagged which is why the codes closed the case. There is a business license registered to the address as well among other points. I know this is not where this needs to be said but I can't talk either at the meeting so thought I would pass along as much as possible for Ms Nelson.Applicant Correspondence
December 10, 2020 at 12:50 PM
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