City Council narrowly approved a zoning change that would allow a townhouse development at the edge of the West Hills neighborhood.
Dividing Duplexes Divides Council
A zoning-code change would allow subdivided duplexes in Knoxville, but a lack of design guidelines is a sticking point for some Council members.
Assessing Amenities
A paused project in East Knoxville highlights the complexities for creative developers using the Planned Development process.
Saying YES! to Knoxville
YES! Knoxville, a local nonprofit, calls for improved infrastructure and tackles the housing crisis through ‘education, outreach, and advocacy.’
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.
Weekly Watch: June 16-22, 2025
Every Monday we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.
Time Crunch
Knox County must adhere to a compressed schedule to adopt a Unified Development Ordinance before the 2026 county election.
Changing Horses
Knox County is swapping out consulting firms working on a zoning ordinance overhaul to implement the Comprehensive Land Use Plan.
Weekly Watch: April 21-27, 2025
Every Monday we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.
Weekly Watch: Jan. 20-26, 2025
Every Monday we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.