This question is top of mind as Planning and the City of Knoxville begin an update to the city’s Comprehensive Plan. The process is called “What’s Next Knoxville?” and will result in a plan that is a long-range policy document. It will determine the vision and goals for development in the city and will be used as a guide for decisions on land use, transportation, and investment priorities over the next 25 years.

We encourage you to stay informed and get involved. Join us at any of the upcoming listening sessions to share your thoughts. There will be no formal presentation, so drop in at your convenience.  

In-person listening sessions are scheduled as follows:

• Sunday, April 26, 2026
  • 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Urban Wilderness Gateway Park
  • 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. at Christenberry Community Center
• Monday, April 27, 2026
  • 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Lakeshore Park, TVA Pavilion
  • 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Cansler YMCA
• Wednesday, April 29, 2026
  • 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at City of Knoxville Public Works Service Center
• Thursday, April 30, 2026
  • 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at East Tennessee Historical Society
  • 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Whittle Springs Middle School

If you are not able to attend in person, all activities will be available on the project website. Throughout the year, additional activities will be scheduled to meet and hear from the community. Learn more and subscribe to the newsletter to receive regular updates at WhatsNextKnoxville.com, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram.