April 9, 2026
Planning Commission meeting
Planning Commission meeting
Public Comments
14 Comments for
Bradley
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Bradley (37920), March 15, 2026 at 2:30 PM
The signage for this case has been placed at the end of a dead end road completely out of view of the community. I have made attempts to contact the owner of the property to discipline plans with no response. From what I understand the large church on this road was also unaware of this being rezoning to light industry. I am requesting on behalf of our community that this case be postponed until the church and the public are correctly notified of this request. I have notified commissioners Kim Frazier and Andy Fox for help regarding this poor sign placement.Bradley (37920), March 15, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Bradley
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Bradley (37920), March 15, 2026 at 2:45 PM
The sign for this case has been placed at a spot hidden from public view and does not even stand on the correct property. Attempts have been made to contact the owner to discuss plans with no response. This property sits adjacent to the property now owned by Knox county that can only be used as a park. Rezoning this area would require a large buffer and sound blocking construction in order to maintain the parks character and usefulness.Bradley (37920), March 15, 2026 at 2:45 PM
The church on this road is also unaware of any rezoning attempt. The church has a large playground just a few feet from the only road allowing access to this property which to my understanding is used daily. Large heavy trucks with the inability to stop quickly will cause the park and church pedestrians to be in constant danger. This property also sets on the road that is claimed to be used for the relocation of Bower Field away from Chapman Highway.
Jason
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Jason (37920), March 19, 2026 at 8:17 PM
We met a few years ago to discuss how the members of the Sayne Lane community do not want any more rezoning to increase population density. This was already granted to a close property that was rezoned. Against the request of the community, Knox county granted an increase of density for that large tract making it into a large subdivision. This is enough. Based on that request, that should satisfy Knox County's desire for population increase. Clearly this is only to benefit the construction company to make more money with added freedom to sell more residences out side of the originally designed zone restrictions that the citizens of the communities found acceptable. STOP SELLING US OUT!Jason (37920), March 19, 2026 at 8:17 PM
Cynthia
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Cynthia (37920), March 20, 2026 at 3:22 PM
I'm commenting because this area is located in behind my home. I would like to have input if by chance there is a change that is going to allow growth on the hillside in the forest behind me has a large cavern. In the zoning change before, they were not going to build on the hillside. Why do they want to change this?Cynthia (37920), March 20, 2026 at 3:22 PM
Jason
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Jason (37920), March 21, 2026 at 6:08 AM
I want to oppose this zoning change for this property to allow for commerce and any increase of density noting that this would prove challenging to the already increasing population that has been allowed through zoning. This is supposed to be an agricultural area, and should there be a desire to make a commercial location, not the land east of this location in the Mountain Grove area which is already zoned for such allowing for existing traffic for that purpose. Please do not continue to erode the rural setting our community expects based on existing zoning.Jason (37920), March 21, 2026 at 6:08 AM
Alvin
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Alvin (37920), March 26, 2026 at 9:40 AM
Sevier Home Community is a tranquil community of long established residents who have worked to preserve the land for future generations. Given the tremendous development growth allowed less than a quarter of mile away at 1413 Tipton Station Rd & Gov. John Sevier Hwg by this commission for a dense housing development, the infrastructure and safety of all residents in this community is already now in jeopardy. Any further growth would require speed and traffic restrictions on Tipton Station Rd via speed bumps, traffic lights, and more police protection. Given this commission had vision to restricted Tipton Station Road access to the development property at 1413 Tipton Station Rd, please don't turn around and undermine this vision by now allowing more development in this pristine rural community. Alvin (37920), March 26, 2026 at 9:40 AM
Martha
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Martha (37920), March 27, 2026 at 8:41 PM
I own property that is near this proposed rezoning. I am asking you to please consider the lack of road infrastructure, over populated school system before you make this decision.Martha (37920), March 27, 2026 at 8:41 PM
This is an area I grew up in and know very well. It is very much family oriented.
We would Love to see more shopping and family restaurants come in further down Chapman Highway. Utilizing buildings or empty lots that stand vacant.
Martha
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Martha (37920), March 27, 2026 at 8:57 PM
I am writing to ask you to turn down rezoning for the proposal.Martha (37920), March 27, 2026 at 8:57 PM
I own property near this and fear this would be detrimental to our family community!
I ask you consider the school system and road infrastructure before approving such additional rezoning.
We encourage growth, just in areas that can perhaps adapt to increased growth better. The areas further down Chapman where current vacant lots and buildings are would be more appropriate.
Brian
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Brian (37920), March 31, 2026 at 1:12 AM
Please the attached PDF for comments I would like to share related to the rezoning request for 0 Tipton Station. Thank you.Brian (37920), March 31, 2026 at 1:12 AM
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20260331011248.pdf
Brian
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Brian (37920), March 31, 2026 at 1:14 AM
Please see the attached PDF for comments I would like to share related to 1515 Tipton Station. Thank you for the opportunity to comment.Brian (37920), March 31, 2026 at 1:14 AM
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20260331011431.pdf
Paul
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Paul (37920), March 31, 2026 at 7:52 AM
I am against the zoning change for this small tract of land for a couple of reasons.Paul (37920), March 31, 2026 at 7:52 AM
First, the change from Ag to NC would change the appearance of that side of Tipton Station. This is a small wedge shaped piece of property located in a between small hills near the corner of Tipton Station and Neubert Springs. A commercial building does not have the same appearance as the homes immediately adjacent to both sides of the property. Parking would have to be in front of the business without moving a lot of dirt, again, changing the current landscape of forest the adjoins the open space now.
The second and, in my opinion, more important reason, is the safety of people who may visit the business. The speed limit on Tipton Station at that location is 40 mph. There is a blind curve approximately 50-75 feet to the east of where a parking lot or driveway would be to access Tipton Station or enter the business if customers approach from the west. Customers would have to back onto Tipton Station or pull into the business without knowing what kind of traffic, if any, may be approaching from the east. The traffic that currently move through there includes everything from bicycles to heavy equipment haulers and dump trucks. In fact, if more development are allowed east of the that location, there will be more heavy haulers and dump trucks on Tipton Station.
Paul
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Paul (37920), March 31, 2026 at 10:36 AM
I am against the rezoning for appearance and safety reasons. The attached PDF has explanation and pictures.Paul (37920), March 31, 2026 at 10:36 AM
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20260331103605.pdf
Gayla
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Gayla (37920), March 31, 2026 at 2:36 PM
Please see my attached comments regarding 0 Tipton Station, Knox County, TN.Gayla (37920), March 31, 2026 at 2:36 PM
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https://agenda.knoxplanning.org/attachments/20260331143601.pdf
Ezra
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Ezra (37920), March 31, 2026 at 3:10 PM
It is important for the city to understand that this rezoning request does not expand operations, increase traffic, extend hours, or change the type or volume of material processed at the facility. The purpose of the rezoning is simply to align the current zoning classification with the work already being performed on-site, and to avoid nearly $1 million in tank-cover construction that engineering reviews show would not reduce odor or provide any benefit to surrounding residents. The facility already operates with strict odor-control systems, including air scrubbers, daily pressure-washing, and closed-door operations, all of which have been confirmed by haulers who visit the site every day.Ezra (37920), March 31, 2026 at 3:10 PM
This site also provides a critical public service for Knoxville...processing grease from schools, hospitals, nursing homes, restaurants, and utility districts to prevent sewer overflows and protect local waterways.
Knoxville once had three disposal sites and now has only one, making this facility essential infrastructure for the entire region. Approval of this rezoning simply allows this vital service to continue operating safely, responsibly, and without unnecessary construction that offers no improvement to the community.