Knoxville-Knox County Planning commissioners promote compassion while approving a facility for the homeless in Norwood.
Weekly Watch: Aug. 11-17, 2025
Every Monday we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.
Assessing Amenities
A paused project in East Knoxville highlights the complexities for creative developers using the Planned Development process.
Cottages and Duplexes
The Planning Commission recommends ordinance changes to allow cottage courts and subdivided duplexes to increase housing options.
Splitting Duplexes
A possible city ordinance change developed by Knoxville-Knox County Planning would once again allow separate ownership of duplex units.
Considering Cottage Courts
Officials are looking to add another middle-housing option in the city, as well as updating existing standards and streamlining the application process.
Outside the Lines
In rezoning two properties on Thursday, Planning commissioners considered factors beyond technical considerations.
Time Crunch
Knox County must adhere to a compressed schedule to adopt a Unified Development Ordinance before the 2026 county election.