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Zoning and Regulations | Knoxville-Knox County Planning
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Zoning and Regulations

Zoning Ordinances

The City of Knoxville and Knox County have adopted zoning regulations as part of their code of ordinances.

These ordinances detail a variety of zoning districts, uses permitted and certain specifications for building and other site improvements.

City
  • Current Zoning Code
  • Use Matrix
  • User’s Manual
County
  • Current Zoning Code
Town of Farragut
Subdivision Regulations

We are responsible for regulations governing the subdivision of land in the City of Knoxville and Knox County.

These regulations include administrative procedures for plat review and designs standards for improvements in subdivisions.

Current Regulations 
Design Guidelines / Specific to Zoning District

Some zoning districts have additional regulations that address specifics of building design and site improvements.

This ensures developments adhere to functional and aesthetic standards.

Additional Guidelines

Knoxville-Knox County Planning
865-215-2500 | contact@knoxplanning.org
400 Main St, Suite 403
Knoxville, TN 37902
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m

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