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Hamilton County Commission Commission Meeting — 2024-07-15

20 agenda items, 15 approved, 0 rejected.

July 15, 2024

MEETING SUMMARY

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Attendance roll pending

AGENDA & VOTES

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ITEM 1·ZONING

Consideration of the request of Knox Williams for rezoning from A

DEFERRED

ITEM 10·ZONING

Consideration of the request of Taylor D

Consideration of the request of Taylor D. Forrester for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 8 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 11326 Sam Lee Road, Parcel ID 103 059. (6 th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 6-L-24-RZ) This item was deferred to the August 2024 meeting. (See Amendments to the Agenda, Page ______) * * * * * *

ITEM 11·ZONING

Consideration of the request of Justin Harvey for rezoning from

Consideration of the request of Justin Harvey for rezoning from PR Planned Residential up to 5 dwelling units per acre to PR Planned Residential up to 12 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 8813 Ball Camp Pike, Parcel ID 104 06901. (6 th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 6-N-24-RZ) Mr. Mike Moyers, Knox County Senior Deputy Law Director, was present and swore in those who were to testify in the matter. He also spoke on the matter. Ms. Amy Brooks, Executive Director for Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present and spoke on the matter. Mr. Jim Snowden, Director for Knox County Engineering and Public Works, was present and spoke on the matter. Mr. Justin Harvey, applicant, was present and spoke on behalf of the request. Commissioner Hill asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Hill moved to approve Resolution RZ-24-7-109 - Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Justin Harvey for rezoning from PR Planned Residential up to 5 dwelling units per acre to Planned Residential up to 12 dwelling units per acre, with the .64 acre in the back not included, making a total of no more than 43 units for the plan. Commissioner Oster seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Hill, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. Commissioners Schoonmaker and Lee voted no. Commissioner Frazier was absent from…

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APPROVED

ITEM 12·ZONING

Consideration of the request of Thunder Mountain Properties for

Consideration of the request of Thunder Mountain Properties for rezoning from RA Low Density Residential and A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 3 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 8744 Chapman Highway, Parcel ID 138 104 (part of). (9 th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 1-K-24-RZ) Mr. Mike Moyers, Knox County Senior Deputy Law Director, was present and swore in those who were to testify in the matter. Ms. Amy Brooks, Executive Director for Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present and spoke on the matter. Mr. Taylor Forrester, Attorney representing Thunder Mountain Properties, applicant, was present and spoke on behalf of the request. Ms. Dawn Close, representing Sandra LLC, The Dry Hollow Community and Save Bower Field, was present and spoke in opposition to the request. Mr. Robert Campbell, concerned citizen, was present and spoke in support of the request. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve Resolution RZ-24-7-110 - Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Thunder Mountain Properties for rezoning from RA Low Density Residential and A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential with up to 3 dwelling units per acre as per Planning Commission’s recommendation including the 2 conditions noted in the staff recommendation. Commissioner Schoonmaker seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Be…

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APPROVED

ITEM 13·ZONING

Consideration of the request of Benjamin C

Consideration of the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 5 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 2814 Tipton Station Road, Parcel ID 148 049 (part of). (9 th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 5-K-24-RZ) Mr. Mike Moyers, Knox County Senior Deputy Law Director, was present and swore in those who were to testify in the matter. Ms. Amy Brooks, Executive Director for Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present and spoke on the matter. Mr. Benjamin Mullins, applicant, was present and spoke on behalf of the request. Mr. Jim Snowden, Director for Knox County Engineering and Public Works, was present and spoke on the matter. Commissioner Hill asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve Resolution RZ-24-7-111 - Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential for up to 4 dwelling units per acre with a 35 foot peripheral setback with a 15 foot non disturbance area, and if any area is disturbed, there will be a Class B screen; and that the southside of the creek, the 70 acres, will be in a conservation zone. Commissioner Schoonmaker seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. Commissioner …

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APPROVED

ITEM 14·ZONING

Consideration of the request of Mesana Investments, LLC for

Consideration of the request of Mesana Investments, LLC for rezoning from CA General Business and A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 5 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 7920 and 8014 Asheville Highway, Parcel ID 073 08008, 08003 and 062164. (8 th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 6-S-24-RZ) Mr. Mike Moyers, Knox County Senior Deputy Law Director, was present and swore in those who were to testify in the matter. Ms. Amy Brooks, Executive Director for Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present and spoke on the matter. Mr. Drew Staton, representing Mesana Investments, LLC, applicant, was present and spoke on behalf of the request. Commissioner Hill asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Beeler moved to approve Resolution RZ-24-7-112 - Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Mesana Investments, LLC for rezoning from CA General Business and A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 5 dwelling units per acre; and the portion that is currently zoned CA General Business remains the same. Commissioner Ward seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. Commissioner Frazier was absent from the meeting. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Property located at 7920 and 8014 Asheville Highway, Parcel ID 073 08008, 08003 and 0…

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APPROVED

ITEM 15·ZONING

Consideration of the request of Mesana Investments, LLC for

Consideration of the request of Mesana Investments, LLC for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 5 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 7505 Blacks Ferry Road, Parcel ID 66 051. (6 th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 4-N-24-RZ) This item was deferred to the August 2024 meeting. (See Amendments to the Agenda, Page ______) * * * * * *

DEFERRED

ITEM 16·ZONING

Consideration of the request of Douglas R

Consideration of the request of Douglas R. Pawlak for rezoning from PR Planned Residential up to 5.0 dwelling units per acre to RA Low Density Residential was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 0 Red Hellard Lane and 10022 Bob Gray Road, Parcel ID 118 C J 040 01 and 040. (3 rd Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 4-H-24-RZ) This item was withdrawn from the agenda. No vote was taken. * * * * * *

WITHDRAWN

ITEM 17·ZONING

Consideration of the request of Knox Williams for rezoning from

Consideration of the request of Knox Williams for rezoning from A Agricultural to RA Low Density Residential was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 9419 Dutchtown Road, Parcel ID 119HF026. (3 rd Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 6-C-24-RZ) Mr. Mike Moyers, Knox County Senior Deputy Law Director, was present and swore in those who were to testify in the matter. Ms. Amy Brooks, Executive Director for Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present and spoke on the matter. Mr. Benny Moorman, representing Knox Williams, applicant, was present and spoke on behalf of the request. Commissioner Hill asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Oster moved to approve Resolution RZ-24-7-101 - Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Knox Williams for rezoning from A Agricultural to RA Low Density Residential as per Planning Commission’s recommendation. Commissioner Beeler seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. Commissioner Frazier was absent from the meeting. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Property located at 9419 Dutchtown Road, Parcel ID 119HF026. (3 rd Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 6-C-24-RZ) * * * * * *

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APPROVED

ITEM 18·ZONING

Consideration of the request of Elizabeth Davis Raines for

Consideration of the request of Elizabeth Davis Raines for rezoning from A Agricultural to RA Low Density Residential was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 7639 Gibbs Road, Parcel ID 021 08510 (part of). (8 th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 6-A-24-RZ) Mr. Mike Moyers, Knox County Senior Deputy Law Director, was present and swore in those who were to testify in the matter. Ms. Amy Brooks, Executive Director for Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present and spoke on the matter. Ms. Elizabeth Davis Raines, applicant, was present and spoke on behalf of the request. Commissioner Hill asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Beeler moved to approve Resolution RZ-24-7-108 - Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request Elizabeth Davis Raines for rezoning from A Agricultural to RA Low Density Residential for part of the parcel requested in Exhibit B as per Planning Commission’s recommendation. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. Commissioner Frazier was absent from the meeting. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Property located at 7639 Gibbs Road, Parcel ID 021 08510 (part of). (8 th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 6-A-24-RZ) * * * * * * IN RE: ZONING APPEALS: No Zoning Appeals received. * * * * * * IN RE: AMENDME…

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APPROVED

ITEM 2·ZONING

Consideration of the request of Leslie Brussel-Smith for rezoning

Consideration of the request of Leslie Brussel-Smith for rezoning from A Agricultural to RA Low Density Residential was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 8237 Collier Road, Parcel ID 046 142. (7 th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 6-G-24-RZ) Mr. Mike Moyers, Knox County Senior Deputy Law Director, was present and swore in those who were to testify in the matter. Ms. Amy Brooks, Executive Director for Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present and spoke on the matter. Ms. Leslie Brussel-Smith, applicant, was present and spoke on behalf of the request. Commissioner Hill asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Ward moved to approve Resolution RZ-24-7-102 – Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Leslie Brussel-Smith for rezoning from A Agricultural to RA Low Density Residential as per Planning Commission’s recommendation. Commissioner Hill seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. Commissioner Frazier was absent from the meeting. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Property located at 8237 Collier Road, Parcel ID 046 142. (7 th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 6-G-24-RZ) * * * * * *

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APPROVED

ITEM 3·ZONING

Consideration of the request of Edward E

Consideration of the request of Edward E. Sharp for rezoning from PR Planned Residential to A Agricultural was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 8519 Strawberry Plains Pike, Parcel ID 062 2771 (part of). (8 th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 6-H-24-RZ) Mr. Mike Moyers, Knox County Senior Deputy Law Director, was present and swore in those who were to testify in the matter. Ms. Amy Brooks, Executive Director for Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present and spoke on the matter. Mr. Edward Sharp, applicant, was present and spoke on behalf of the request. Commissioner Hill asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Beeler moved to approve Resolution RZ-24-7-103 – Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Edward E. Sharp for rezoning from PR Planned Residential to A Agricultural as per Planning Commission’s recommendation. Commissioner Oster seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. Commissioner Frazier was absent from the meeting. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Property located at 8519 Strawberry Plains Pike, Parcel ID 062 2771 (part of). (8 th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 6-H-24-RZ) * * * * * *

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APPROVED

ITEM 4·ZONING

Consideration of the request of Frances Lewis for rezoning from A

Consideration of the request of Frances Lewis for rezoning from A Agricultural to RA Low Density Residential was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 7915 Griffith Road, Parcel ID 028 156. (7 th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 6-K-24-RZ) Mr. Mike Moyers, Knox County Senior Deputy Law Director, was present and swore in those who were to testify in the matter. Ms. Amy Brooks, Executive Director for Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present and spoke on the matter. Ms. Frances Lewis, applicant, was present and spoke on behalf of the request. Commissioner Hill asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Lee moved to approve Resolution RZ-24-7-104 – Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Frances Lewis for rezoning from A Agricultural to RA Low Density Residential as per Planning Commission’s recommendation. Commissioner Ward seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. Commissioner Frazier was absent from the meeting. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Property located at 7915 Griffith Road, Parcel ID 028 156. (7 th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 6-K-24-RZ) * * * * * *

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APPROVED

ITEM 5·ZONING

Consideration of the request of Stefan Claar/1222 Development for

Consideration of the request of Stefan Claar/1222 Development for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 2 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 8511 Howell Lane, Parcel ID 051DC01001. (8 th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 6-M-24-RZ) Mr. Mike Moyers, Knox County Senior Deputy Law Director, was present and swore in those who were to testify in the matter. Ms. Amy Brooks, Executive Director for Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present and spoke on the matter. Mr. Stefan Claar, applicant, was present and spoke on behalf of the request. Commissioner Hill asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Beeler moved to approve Resolution RZ-24-7-105 – Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Stefan Claar/1222 Development for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential with up to 2 dwelling units per acre as per Planning Commission’s recommendation. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. Commissioner Frazier was absent from the meeting. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Property located at 8511 Howell Lane, Parcel ID 051DC01001. (8 th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 6-M-24-RZ) * * * * * *

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APPROVED

ITEM 6·ZONING

Consideration of the request of Lovell Place, LLC and Lovell Place

Consideration of the request of Lovell Place, LLC and Lovell Place at Cornerstone Drive, LLC for rezoning from OB Office, Medical and Related Services, A Agricultural and TO Technology Overlay to CA General Business and TO Technology Overlay was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 1013 and 1033 Lovell Road, Parcel ID 118 05001, 049. (6 th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 6-U-24-RZ) Mr. Mike Moyers, Knox County Senior Deputy Law Director, was present and swore in those who were to testify in the matter. Ms. Amy Brooks, Executive Director for Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present and spoke on the matter. Mr. Ben Mullins, Attorney representing Lovell Place, LLC and Lovell Place at Cornerstone Drive, LLC, applicant, was present and spoke on behalf of the request. Mr. Jim Snowden, Director for Knox County Engineering and Public Works, was present and spoke on the matter. Commissioner Hill asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Hill moved to approve Resolution RZ-24-7-106 – Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Lovell Place, LLC and Lovell Place at Cornerstone Drive, LLC for rezoning from OB Office, Medical and Related Services, A Agricultural and TO Technology Overlay to CA General Business and TO Technology Overlay as per Planning Commission’s recommendation. Commissioner Oster seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, D…

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APPROVED

ITEM 7·ZONING

Consideration of the request of Mesana Investments, LLC for

Consideration of the request of Mesana Investments, LLC for rezoning from PC Planned Commercial to PR Planned Residential up to 12 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 0 Asheville Highway, Parcel ID 062 02308, 02309. (8 th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 6-T-24-RZ) Mr. Mike Moyers, Knox County Senior Deputy Law Director, was present and swore in those who were to testify in the matter. Ms. Amy Brooks, Executive Director for Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present and spoke on the matter. Mr. Drew Staton, representing Mesana Investments, LLC, applicant, was present and spoke on behalf of the request. Mr. Jim Snowden, Director for Knox County Engineering and Public Works, was present and spoke on the matter. Commissioner Hill asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Beeler moved to approve Resolution RZ-24-7-107 - Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Mesana Investments, LLC for rezoning from PC Planned Commercial to PR Planned Residential up to 12 dwelling units per acre as per Planning Commission’s recommendation. Commissioner Jay seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. Commissioner Frazier was absent from the meeting. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Property located at 0 Asheville Highway, Parcel ID 062 02308, 0230…

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APPROVED

ITEM 8·ZONING

Consideration of the request of Elizabeth Davis Raines for

DEFERRED

ITEM 9·ZONING

Consideration of the request of Knoxville Real Estate

Consideration of the request of Knoxville Real Estate Management, LLC for rezoning from PR Planned Residential up to 1 dwelling unit per acre to PR Planned Residential up to 2 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 11120 Hardin Valley Road, Parcel ID 103 11008. (6 th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 6-D-24-RZ) Mr. Mike Moyers, Knox County Senior Deputy Law Director, was present and swore in those who were to testify in the matter. Ms. Amy Brooks, Executive Director for Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present and spoke on the matter. Mr. Javonte Cotner, representing Knoxville Real Estate Management, LLC, applicant, was present and spoke on behalf of the request. Mr. Greg Wanderman, area resident, was present and spoke in opposition to the request. Mr. Jim Snowden, Director for Knox County Engineering and Public Works, was present and spoke on the matter. Commissioner Hill moved to deny the request of Knoxville Real Estate Management, LLC for rezoning from PR Planned Residential up to 1 dwelling unit per acre to PR Planned Residential up to 2 dwelling units per acre. Commissioner Oster seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. Commissioner Frazier was absent from the meeting. The motion carried 10-0-0-1 and the request was denied. Property located at 11120 Hardin Valley Road, Parcel ID 103 11008. (6 th Com…

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APPROVED

Hamilton County Commission Commission Meeting — 2024-07-15

AGENDA & VOTES

Consideration of the request of Knox Williams for rezoning from A

Consideration of the request of Taylor D

Consideration of the request of Justin Harvey for rezoning from

Consideration of the request of Thunder Mountain Properties for

Consideration of the request of Benjamin C

Consideration of the request of Mesana Investments, LLC for

Consideration of the request of Mesana Investments, LLC for

Consideration of the request of Douglas R

Consideration of the request of Knox Williams for rezoning from

Consideration of the request of Elizabeth Davis Raines for

Consideration of the request of Leslie Brussel-Smith for rezoning

Consideration of the request of Edward E

Consideration of the request of Frances Lewis for rezoning from A

Consideration of the request of Stefan Claar/1222 Development for

Consideration of the request of Lovell Place, LLC and Lovell Place

Consideration of the request of Mesana Investments, LLC for

Consideration of the request of Elizabeth Davis Raines for

Consideration of the request of Knoxville Real Estate

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