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Contested Development

A controversial Tooles Bend plan is rebuffed by a second court ruling, on the basis of a sewage plant that developers say they don’t intend to build.

On his way out, Knox County’s planning director urges a more comprehensive look at the needs of the future.

Knox County says it wants to do a better job of providing infrastructure for new development. Growth in the Gibbs community shows hard that is.

Does Knox County need a standalone planning commission? Some county commissioners think it would allow more orderly growth. Others aren’t so sure.

Citing concerns about traffic and ‘irresponsible development,’ the town board turns down an amendment pushed by County Mayor Glenn Jacobs.

With support from county and city leaders, a proposal to reduce restrictions on rural development clears its first hurdle.

In a rare gathering, Knox County commissioners identify priorities for the future: road networks, targeted development and updated planning.

An alliance of residents and civic groups across Knox County comes together to push for better planning and infrastructure.

Representatives of residential groups call for better planning in the fast-growing, unincorporated areas of Knox County.

Knox County, Knoxville and Farragut officials revisit the county’s growth plan, with an eye on development and its impact on infrastructure.