December 10, 2020
Planning Commission meeting

Public Comments

54 Comments for
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Case Number
Name
Comment
Attachment
On Behalf Of
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9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Deserie
37931
9-A-20-RZ,11-F-20-UR
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.
October 7, 2020
at 1:51 PM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Greg
37931
9-A-20-RZ,11-F-20-UR
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!
October 22, 2020
at 7:01 AM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Sonya
37931
9-A-20-RZ,11-F-20-UR
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:

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!
October 26, 2020
at 7:45 AM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Gregory
37931
9-A-20-RZ,11-F-20-UR
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!
October 26, 2020
at 10:03 AM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Gregory
37931
11-F-20-UR,9-A-20-RZ
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.

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!
October 26, 2020
at 10:04 AM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Stevie
37931
9-A-20-RZ,11-F-20-UR
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.
October 28, 2020
at 2:50 AM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Kevin
37931
9-A-20-RZ,11-F-20-UR
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.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201030232600.pdf
October 30, 2020
at 11:26 PM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Angela & Kevin
37931
9-A-20-RZ,11-F-20-UR
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.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201106164019.pdf
November 6, 2020
at 3:23 PM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Megan
37931
9-A-20-RZ,11-F-20-UR
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.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201106215744.pdf
November 6, 2020
at 9:59 PM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Joy
37931
9-A-20-RZ,11-F-20-UR
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!
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201109081002.pdf
November 9, 2020
at 8:10 AM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Joe
37931
9-A-20-RZ,11-F-20-UR
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.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201109081022.pdf
November 9, 2020
at 8:10 AM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Kevin
37931
9-A-20-RZ,11-F-20-UR
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.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201109101041.pdf
November 9, 2020
at 10:10 AM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Deborah
37931
9-A-20-RZ,11-F-20-UR
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.
November 10, 2020
at 7:26 PM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Chris
37931
9-A-20-RZ,11-F-20-UR
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 Community

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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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201111085219.pdf
November 11, 2020
at 8:52 AM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Jennifer
37931
9-A-20-RZ,11-F-20-UR
Jennifer (37931), November 11, 2020 at 5:58 PM
Please deny this request.

Thanks for the consideration.


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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201111175846.pdf
November 11, 2020
at 5:58 PM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Kyle
37931
9-A-20-RZ,11-F-20-UR
Kyle (37931), November 11, 2020 at 6:03 PM
Please Deny
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201111180336.pdf
November 11, 2020
at 6:03 PM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Scotty
37931
11-F-20-UR,9-A-20-RZ
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.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201111181137.pdf
November 11, 2020
at 6:11 PM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Chris
37931
9-A-20-RZ,11-F-20-UR
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.
November 13, 2020
at 6:41 PM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Chris
37931
11-F-20-UR,9-A-20-RZ
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.

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.
November 30, 2020
at 8:22 PM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Joseh
37931
11-F-20-UR,9-A-20-RZ
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 of

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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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201201102456.pdf
December 1, 2020
at 10:24 AM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Stephanie
37931
11-F-20-UR,9-A-20-RZ
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.

I've attached a PDF of my experience, and request to speak.
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201201115033.pdf
December 1, 2020
at 11:50 AM
12-A-20-RZ
MaryJane
37931
12-A-20-RZ
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.
December 1, 2020
at 12:37 PM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Greg
37931
11-F-20-UR,9-A-20-RZ
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.
December 2, 2020
at 6:27 AM
12-A-20-RZ
Kim
37931
12-A-20-RZ
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!
December 2, 2020
at 7:44 AM
12-A-20-RZ
Jennifer
37931
12-A-20-RZ
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.
December 3, 2020
at 1:19 PM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Chris
37931
11-F-20-UR,9-A-20-RZ
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.

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.
December 5, 2020
at 4:24 PM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Shauna
37931
11-F-20-UR,9-A-20-RZ
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.
December 6, 2020
at 7:40 PM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Summer
37931
11-F-20-UR,9-A-20-RZ
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!
December 6, 2020
at 10:27 PM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Lynn
37931
11-F-20-UR,9-A-20-RZ
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.
December 7, 2020
at 1:05 PM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Alvin
37931
11-F-20-UR,9-A-20-RZ
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 road
December 7, 2020
at 1:31 PM
9-A-20-RZ
11-F-20-UR
Dawn
37931
11-F-20-UR,9-A-20-RZ
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.
December 7, 2020
at 3:18 PM
11-F-20-UR
Rosemarie
37931
11-F-20-UR
Rosemarie (37931), December 7, 2020 at 6:27 PM
I oppose this residential home for men in my neighborhood.
December 7, 2020
at 6:27 PM
11-F-20-UR
Rosemarie
37931
11-F-20-UR
Rosemarie (37931), December 7, 2020 at 6:29 PM
I oppose this residence in my neighborhood.
December 7, 2020
at 6:29 PM
11-F-20-UR
Deborah
37931
11-F-20-UR
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.
December 7, 2020
at 6:46 PM
11-F-20-UR
Venita
37931
11-F-20-UR
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.
December 7, 2020
at 9:05 PM
11-F-20-UR
Ed
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.
December 8, 2020
at 7:54 AM
11-F-20-UR
Jami
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.
December 8, 2020
at 9:33 AM
11-F-20-UR
Joe
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
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20201208112119.pdf
December 8, 2020
at 11:21 AM
11-F-20-UR
Joyce
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.
December 8, 2020
at 1:14 PM
11-F-20-UR
Brandon
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.
December 8, 2020
at 2:42 PM
11-F-20-UR
Brandon
37931
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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.
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Makan
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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)

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.
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Kevin
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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.
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Riaan
37931
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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.
December 9, 2020
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Wallace
37931
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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.
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Heath
37931
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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.
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Kerry
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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.
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Anatoliy
37931
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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.
December 10, 2020
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Leslie
37931
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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.
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William
37931
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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!
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Marisela
37931
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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.
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Josh
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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.

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.
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Stevie
37931
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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.
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Kevin
37931
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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.


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