Council takes a first look at Mayor Indya Kincannon’s ‘missing middle’ housing proposal for the city’s older neighborhoods.
A NIMBY Win
Organized opposition from high-income residents kills an affordable housing project planned for the Choto area of Southwest Knox County.
Late to the Altar
Planning commissioners approve a wedding venue in East Knox County, even though it’s been operating for the past two years.
Townhouse Uptick
With hillside protection regulations and a hot housing market, developers bring higher-density projects to the Planning Commission.
Building Backlogs
As the population continues to grow, the city and the county are struggling to keep up with the demand for approving construction projects.
Weekly Watch: June 5-11, 2023
Every Monday, we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.
Assisted Living to Drug Treatment
The Planning Commission votes to rezone South High in anticipation of a sale to the McNabb Center.
Senior Living Changes
The McNabb Center plans to convert South High into a drug treatment facility, while Historic Knoxville High is open to younger tenants.
Weekly Watch: April 10-16, 2023
Every Monday, we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.
Fantasy of Treehouses
The Planning Commission approves doubling the number of overnight accommodations at Ancient Lore Village.