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Regular meeting — November 20, 2018

On November 20, 2018, the City of Knoxville, TN City Council recorded 46 published decisions. Each links to its place in the official minutes.

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The City Council met and approved several ordinances related to updating building codes. They also approved various resolutions, including awarding funds for affordable housing development and agreements for infrastructure projects like sidewalk construction and public art installation. Additionally, several alleyways and portions of streets were officially closed.

Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.

Everything taken up, in order

Confirm reappointment to Knoxville Transportation Authority Board.

A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Jim Richards and Douglas Lawyer to the Knoxville Transportation Authority Board.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by George C. Wallace · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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Confirm reappointment to Board of Zoning Appeals.

A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Daniel Odle to serve as a member of the Board of Zoning Appeals.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by Mark Campen

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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Support appointments to Neighborhood Advisory Council; appreciate departing members.

A Resolution expressing support for the Mayor's appointment of Gayle Atherton and André Canty and the reappointment of Molly Conaway and Robert Glass to the Neighborhood Advisory Council and expressing appreciation to Molly Gilbert, Fran Nichols, and Amy Midis for their years of service on the Neighborhood Advisory Council.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by George C. Wallace

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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Re-elect Celeste Herbert to Knoxville Utilities Board.

A Resolution re-electing Celeste Herbert to the Knoxville Utilities Board of Commissioners.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by George C. Wallace

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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Approve Certificate of Compliance for 640 Liquor Store LLC license renewal.

A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to 640 Liquor Store LLC relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its license to operate a liquor store in the City.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by George C. Wallace

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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Grant pension to Evangeline A. Moore.

A Resolution granting a pension of $927.48 per month to Evangeline A. Moore, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by George C. Wallace

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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R-383-2018 · item history →

Grant pension to Donald Sienkiewicz.

A Resolution granting a pension of $776.99 per month to Donald Sienkiewicz, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by George C. Wallace

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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Grant pension to Lewis A. Whisnant.

A Resolution granting a pension of $1,015.50 per month to Lewis A. Whisnant, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by George C. Wallace

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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Amend zoning code regarding City Council review of BZA actions.

An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B “Zoning Regulations,” Article VII, Section 6, to update City Council review of action of the Board of Zoning Appeals.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance

Moved by George C. Wallace · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-159-2018 · item history →

Close unnamed alley between McSpadden St and Sunrise St.

An Ordinance to close a portion of an unnamed alley between McSpadden Street and Sunrise Street, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Day Spring Christian Academy, Applicant.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-160-2018 · item history →

Close unnamed alley in West Lonsdale Addition.

An Ordinance to close a portion of an unnamed alley between the northeast corner of Lot 209 of Block 13 of West Lonsdale Addition (Tax Parcel 93 E D 00102) and the north line of Azalea Avenue (closed previously by City Ordinance O-50-89), and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance

Moved by George C. Wallace · seconded by Stephanie Welch

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-161-2018 · item history →

Close portion of Honeysuckle Avenue.

An Ordinance to close a portion of Honeysuckle Avenue between Clifton Road and an unnamed alley bounded on the north by Primrose Avenue and on the south by Pansy Avenue, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by George C. Wallace

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-162-2018 · item history →

Close portion of Primrose Avenue.

An Ordinance to close a portion of Primrose Avenue between Clifton Road and Chillicothe Street, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by George C. Wallace

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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Close portion of Violet Avenue.

An Ordinance to close a portion of Violet Avenue between Clifton Road and Chillicothe Street, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-164-2018 · item history →

Close portion of Pansy Avenue.

An Ordinance to close a portion of Pansy Avenue between Clifton Road and Chillicothe Street, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners. City of Knoxville, Applicant.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by George C. Wallace

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-165-2018 · item history →

Close portion of Canna Avenue.

An Ordinance to close a portion of Canna Avenue between Clifton Road and Chillicothe Street, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-166-2018 · item history →

Amend West City Sector Plan for Midland Ave property.

An Ordinance approving the request of Frank Sparkman for an amendment to the West City Sector Plan from Medium Density Residential to Office for property located on the south side of Midland Avenue, west of Dryad Street.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by George C. Wallace

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-167-2018 · item history →

Amend One Year Plan for Midland Ave property.

An Ordinance approving the request of Frank Sparkman for a One Year Plan amendment from Medium Density Residential to Office for property located on the south side of Midland Avenue at Dryad Street.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by George C. Wallace

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-168-2018 · item history →

Rezone Midland Ave property from R-2 to O-1.

An Ordinance to rezone property located on the south side of Midland Avenue at Dryad Street from R-2 (General Residential) District to O-1 (Office, Medical, and Related Services) District, Frank Sparkman, Applicant.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by George C. Wallace

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-169-2018 · item history →

Rezone N. Broadway property from C-3 to C-2.

An Ordinance to rezone property located on the east side of N. Broadway, south of Central Street, from C-3 (General Commercial) District to C-2 (Central Business) District, subject to one condition, Michelle Mokry, Applicant.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Andrew Roberto

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-170-2018 · item history →

Rezone Cedar Lane property from conditional to unconditional O-1.

An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northwest side of Cedar Lane, southwest of Haynes-Sterchi Road, from O-1 (Office, Medical, and Related Services) District, with conditions, to O-1 (Office, Medical, and Related Services) District, without conditions for the northeastern portion of the property, Benchmark Associates, Applicant.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance

Moved by Mark Campen · seconded by Stephanie Welch

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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R-389-2018 · item history →

Approve appeal for hotel height increase at 9101 Executive Park Drive.

A Resolution approving an appeal of Paul Williams of the Board of Zoning Appeals' decision to deny a request for an increase in height from 45' to 81'3" for a new hotel to be located at 9101 Executive Park Drive, Paul Williams, Applicant (BZA file No. 9-B-18-VA), BZA denied 3-1.

Split Adopted 8-1-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution as amended

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

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Deny appeal regarding Use on Review for ECG Acquisitions, LLC.

A Resolution approving an appeal by Pond Gap Area Neighborhood Association, Inc. of the Metropolitan Planning Commission's approval of a Use on Review filed by ECG Acquisitions, LLC, property located on the west side of Hollywood Road, south of I-40/I-75.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to deny the resolution

Moved by George C. Wallace · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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R-390-2018 · item history →

Transfer real property to Housing Development Corp for senior housing.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver on behalf of the City of Knoxville all documents necessary to transfer to Knoxville's Housing Development Corporation several parcels of real property located on Clifton Road, Sanderson Road, and Chillicothe Street, at no cost, for the development of affordable rental housing for seniors.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by Gwen McKenzie

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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R-391-2018 · item history →

Award $1.2M in Affordable Rental Funds to Housing Development Corp.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award $1,200,000.00 in Affordable Rental Development Funds to Knoxville’s Housing Development Corporation for the development of fifty-three affordable housing units for low-income seniors, to be located on Clifton Road and Chillicothe Street.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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R-392-2018 · item history →

Approve agreement with Southern Constructors for 2019 Curb Cuts Project.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. for the 2019 Curb Cuts Project for an amount not to exceed $347,015.00.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by George C. Wallace

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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R-393-2018 · item history →

Amend Rogers Group contract for 2018 Resurfacing Project.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-18-0244 with Rogers Group, Inc. for the 2018 Resurfacing Project, increasing the contract amount by $654,260.38 for a new contract total of $8,392,884.03.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by George C. Wallace · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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R-394-2018 · item history →

Amend Vaughn and Melton contract for Sevier Ave Streetscapes.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-15-0180 with Vaughn and Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. for the Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Improvement Project, increasing the contract amount by $88,000.00 for a new contract total of $430,045.00 and extending the date of completion to December 31, 2019.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by Stephanie Welch · seconded by Andrew Roberto

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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R-395-2018 · item history →

Amend Whaley Construction contract for Cedar Lane Sidewalk Project.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-18-0125 with Whaley Construction, LLC for the Cedar Lane Sidewalk Project, increasing the contract amount by $36,763.80 for a new contract total of $338,197.80 and extending the date of completion to November 30, 2018.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by Mark Campen · seconded by Andrew Roberto

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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R-396-2018 · item history →

Approve agreement with Whaley Construction for Middlebrook Sidewalk Project.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Whaley Construction, LLC for the Middlebrook at Lake Brook Sidewalk Project for an amount not to exceed $149,237.48.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by Seema Singh

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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R-397-2018 · item history →

Approve agreement with THEVERYMANY, LLC for public art installation.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with THEVERYMANY, LLC for the creation and installation of public art at the City owned park located at the corner of Summit Hill Drive and South Gay Street for an amount not to exceed $500,000.00.

Split Adopted 8-1-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by Stephanie Welch

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O-171-2018 · item history →

Emergency ordinance adopting 2018 International Fire Code.

An Emergency Ordinance amending Chapter 11 of the Knoxville City Code so as to adopt the 2018 edition of the International Fire Code, including appendices B, C and D, with amendments with an effective date of January 1, 2019; providing for the review of plans, inspections, and the collection of fees thereof; and providing penalties for violation of said codes.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance as amended emergency

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-172-2018 · item history →

Emergency ordinance removing fire district references.

An Emergency Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 6, Article I, §§ 6-5, 6-6 and 6-7 by removing references to multiple fire districts.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance as amended emergency

Moved by Stephanie Welch · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-173-2018 · item history →

Emergency ordinance adopting 2018 International Swimming Pool & Spa Code.

An Emergency Ordinance amending Chapter 6 of the Knoxville City Code by repealing Article IID in its entirety and substituting in lieu thereof a new Article IID, §§ 6-55 and 6-56, adopting the 2018 edition of the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code as the Swimming Pool and Spa Code of the City of Knoxville, regulating the construction, alteration, movement, renovation, replacement, repair and maintenance of aquatic recreation facilities, pools and spas in the City of Knoxville; providing for the review of plans, inspections, and the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefor; and providing penalties for the violation of said Swimming Pool and Spa Code.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance as amended emergency

Moved by Stephanie Welch · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-174-2018 · item history →

Emergency ordinance adopting 2018 International Property Maintenance Code.

An Emergency Ordinance amending Chapter 6, Article VI § 6-137 of the Knoxville City Code relating to unfit buildings and §§ 6-151 and 6-152 adopting the 2018 edition of the International Property Maintenance Code and Appendices, with amendments, as the Property Maintenance Code (Housing Code) of the City of Knoxville.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance as amended emergency

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by Stephanie Welch

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-175-2018 · item history →

Emergency ordinance adopting 2018 International Plumbing Code.

An Emergency Ordinance amending Chapter 6, Article V, §§ 6-106 and 6-107 of the Knoxville City Code adopting the 2018 edition of the International Plumbing Code and Appendices B, C, D, and E, with amendments as provided in this Ordinance, as the Plumbing Code of the City of Knoxville, regulating the installation, alteration, and maintenance of plumbing systems within the City of Knoxville; providing for the review of plans, inspections, and the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefor; providing for the licensing of persons engaging in the business of installing, repairing or maintaining said plumbing systems; and providing penalties for the violation of said Plumbing Code.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance as amended emergency

Moved by Stephanie Welch · seconded by Gwen McKenzie

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-176-2018 · item history →

Emergency ordinance adopting National Electrical Code and TN rules.

An Emergency Ordinance amending Chapter 10, Article II, §§ 10-26 and 10-27, of the Knoxville City Code to adopt the 2017 National Electrical Code and Chapter 0780-02-01 of the Rules of the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance pertaining to electrical installations, with modifications to additional rules and regulations for administration and enforcement.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance as amended emergency

Moved by Stephanie Welch · seconded by Mark Campen

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-177-2018 · item history →

Emergency ordinance adopting 2018 International Mechanical Code.

An Emergency Ordinance amending Chapter 6, Article IV, §§ 6-81 and 6-82 of the Knoxville City Code, adopting the 2018 edition of the International Mechanical Code, including Appendix A, with amendments as provided in this Ordinance, as the Mechanical Code of the City of Knoxville, regulating the installation of mechanical systems, including alteration, replacement of equipment, appliances, fixtures, and/or appurtenances thereto, including ventilating, heating, cooling, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems, incinerators, and other energy-related systems of buildings or structures in the City of Knoxville; providing for the review of plans, inspections, and the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefor; providing for the licensing of persons engaging in the business of installing, repairing or maintaining said mechanical systems; and providing penalties for the violation of said Mechanical Code.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance as amended emergency

Moved by Stephanie Welch · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-178-2018 · item history →

Emergency ordinance adopting 2018 International Fuel Gas Code.

An Emergency Ordinance amending Chapter 6, Article III, §§ 6-56 and 6-57 of the Knoxville City Code adopting the 2018 edition of the International Fuel Gas Code, including Appendices A, B, C and D, with amendments as provided in this Ordinance, as the Fuel Gas Code of the City of Knoxville, regulating the installation, alteration, and maintenance of all piping extending from the point of delivery of gas for use as a fuel and designed to convey or carry the same to gas appliances and regulating the installation and maintenance of appliances designed to utilize such gas as a fuel within the City of Knoxville; providing for the review of plans, inspections, and the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefor; providing for the licensing of persons engaging in the business of installing, repairing, or maintaining said piping and appliances; and providing penalties for the violation of said Fuel Gas Code.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance as amended emergency

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by Stephanie Welch

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-179-2018 · item history →

Emergency ordinance adopting 2018 International Existing Building Code.

An Emergency Ordinance amending Chapter 6, Article IIC, §§ 6-53 and 6-54 of the Knoxville City Code adopting the 2018 edition of the International Existing Building Code as the Existing Building Code of the City of Knoxville, regulating the repair, alteration, change of occupancy, addition and relocation of existing buildings in the City of Knoxville; providing for the review of plans, inspections, and the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefor; and providing penalties for the violation of said Existing Building Code.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance as amended emergency

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by Stephanie Welch

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-180-2018 · item history →

Emergency ordinance adopting 2018 International Building Code.

An Emergency Ordinance amending Chapter 6, Article II, §§ 6-31 and 6-32 of the Knoxville City Code adopting the 2018 edition of the International Building Code, including Appendix D with amendments as provided in this Ordinance, as the Building Code of the City of Knoxville, regulating the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, removal and demolition of structures within the City of Knoxville, providing for the review of plans, inspections, and the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefore, and providing penalties for the violation of said Building Code.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance as amended emergency

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by Stephanie Welch

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-181-2018 · item history →

Emergency ordinance adopting 2018 International Energy Conservation Code.

An Emergency Ordinance amending Chapter 6, Article IIB, §§ 6-51 and 6-52 of the Knoxville City Code adopting the 2018 edition of the International Energy Conservation Code as the Energy Conservation Code of the City of Knoxville, regulating energy efficient building envelopes and installation of energy efficient mechanical, lighting and power systems in the City of Knoxville; providing for the review of plans, inspections, and the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefor; and providing penalties for the violation of said Energy Conservation Code.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance as amended emergency

Moved by Stephanie Welch · seconded by Mark Campen

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-182-2018 · item history →

Emergency ordinance adopting 2018 International Residential Code.

An Emergency Ordinance amending Chapter 6, Article IIA, §§ 6-41 and 6-42 of the Knoxville City Code; adopting the 2018 edition of the International Residential Code For One-and Two-Family Dwellings, including Appendices E, F, H, K, Q, R, and S, with amendments as provided in this Ordinance, as the Residential Building Code of the City of Knoxville, regulating the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, removal and demolition of detached one-and two-family dwellings and townhouses and their accessory structures; providing for the review of plans, inspections, and the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefor; and providing penalties for the violation of said Residential Building Code.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance as amended emergency

Moved by Stephanie Welch · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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File No. 8-B-18-OA · item history →

Amend zoning code for South Waterfront District ROW flexibility.

An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, "Zoning Regulations", Article IV, Section 4.1 "South Waterfront District" to allow more flexibility regarding the dedication of right-of-way (ROW) in the Knoxville South Waterfront Form Based Development Code.

Withdrawn Withdrawn 9-0-0-0

Motion to withdraw the ordinance

Moved by Stephanie Welch · seconded by Mark Campen

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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BZA file No. 7-M-18-VA · item history →

Refer appeal regarding 7621 Kingston Pike to BZA for hearing.

A Resolution approving an appeal of John Shirley, by Arthur Seymour, Jr., to refer the appeal of the Board of Zoning Appeals' ("BZA") denial of determination of the Chief Building Official that 7621 Kingston Pike is not considered adjacent to the interstate, back to BZA for a hearing by the full membership of BZA, Elizabeth Eason, Applicant

Deferred Deferred 9-0-0-0

Motion to postpone the resolution

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by Stephanie Welch

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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