Every Monday we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.
Zoning In
County Commission votes down proposals to rezone property against owners’ wishes, but signals new skepticism of development.
Access Allowed
Planning commissioners vote to permit a road over a steeply sloped hill to open a landowner’s property to development.
Weekly Watch: July 15-21, 2024
Every Monday we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.
Council Keeps ADU Restriction
An initial vote signals the city’s owner-occupancy requirement for accessory dwelling units will remain in place.
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.
Searching for the Missing Middle
A new report recommends the City of Knoxville encourage more housing density near selected commercial centers.
Housing Moves South
As County Commission approves a contentious rezoning, a developer’s representative says South Knox County ‘is on the map now.’
Election Issues: Land Use
As early voting begins, City Council candidates discuss their approaches to rezoning decisions and redevelopment priorities.
Subdivision Revisited
Just months after denying a planned subdivision in Karns, County Commission reverses course — with the promise of a common area to restrict traffic.