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Debbie Helsley has cast 1,580 published votes on the City of Knoxville, TN City Council, attending 97.7% of recorded roll calls, with 54 motions made and 5 dissents (a “no” on an adopted item).
On the issues
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License-plate readers & surveillance cameras · voted on 3 decisions · 1 split
- Aug 4, 2026 Aye Apply for Downtown Knoxville Alliance funding for cameras — adopted 8-1-0-0
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Data centers · voted on 1 decision · none split
- Jul 7, 2026 Aye Emergency ordinance enacting moratorium on large data centers — adopted 7-0-0-2
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Property taxes & reappraisal · voted on 3 decisions · none split
- Sep 15, 2026 Aye Set certified property tax rate at $1.3956 per $100 assessed value — adopted 7-0-0-2
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Developer tax breaks (PILOTs) · voted on 11 decisions · 3 split
- Aug 18, 2026 Aye Authorize IDB to negotiate PILOT payments for Patton/Georgia streets — adopted 7-1-0-1
- Oct 15, 2024 Aye Authorize PILOT payments for property at 516 and 0 W. Vine Avenue — adopted 7-1-0-1
- Mar 19, 2024 Aye Authorize IDB to accept payments in lieu of taxes for specified properties — adopted 7-1-0-1
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Homelessness & shelters · voted on 24 decisions · 2 split
- Dec 9, 2025 Aye Amend Resolution R-326-2024 regarding Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program grant funds — adopted 6-1-2-0
- Dec 9, 2025 Aye Amend Resolution R-326-2024 regarding Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program grant funds — adopted 8-1-0-0
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Middle housing in Knoxville · voted on 11 decisions · 4 split
- Sep 15, 2026 No Overturn Planning Commission denial for housing at 1415 W Fifth Avenue — adopted 6-1-0-2
- Sep 16, 2025 Aye Ordinance to amend Zoning Code regarding housing and development — adopted 6-1-0-2
- Sep 2, 2025 Aye Ordinance to amend Zoning Code concerning Middle Housing Standards, etc — adopted 6-2-0-1
- Feb 6, 2024 Aye Amend Knoxville City Code Zoning Code to add Middle Housing Standards — adopted 8-1-0-0
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Chilhowee Park · voted on 2 decisions · 2 split
- May 26, 2026 Aye Approve contract with Taylor's Lawn Service for Chilhowee Park — adopted 7-1-0-1
- May 27, 2025 Aye Approve and adopt Magnolia Avenue and Chilhowee Park Redevelopment Plan — adopted 7-1-0-1
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Hillside & ridgetop protection · voted on 1 decision · none split
- Aug 20, 2024 Absent Resolution on appeal to overturn Planning Commission's approval for townhouse height increase — deferred 6-0-0-3
Attendance
1544 of 1580
recorded votes he or she was present for
present means neither absent nor recused
36
recorded votes marked absent or recused
Counted from roll calls, not a sign-in sheet — a member who was present but recorded no vote is indistinguishable here from one who was absent.
When the board disagrees
144 contested decisions · how these are counted
144
contested decisions he or she cast a yes or no on
a decision is contested when at least one member voted the other way
5
of those, voted no on something adopted anyway
54 / 230
motions moved / seconded
Recaps: First 100 days · 2026 in review · 2025 in review · 2024 in review · 2023 in review
Patterns
How these are computed ↓Deterministic breakdowns of Debbie Helsley’s published record — not a score or a rating. Raw counts are always shown; a percentage appears only once there are at least 10 votes. As of the meeting of September 29, 2026 — the newest published record.
Votes by topic
| Topic | Votes | Aye | No | Abstain | Body median | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zoning & land use | 400 | 380 (95%) | 7 (2%) | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
| Budget & taxes | 123 | 121 (98%) | 1 (1%) | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
| Contracts & purchasing | 137 | 125 (91%) | 2 (1%) | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
| Personnel & appointments | 111 | 108 (97%) | 0 (0%) | 0 | 9–0 | See votes → |
| Schools | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
| Public safety | 82 | 80 (98%) | 1 (1%) | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
| Roads & infrastructure | 165 | 159 (96%) | 0 (0%) | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
| Parks & community | 71 | 69 (97%) | 0 (0%) | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
| Intergovernmental & resolutions | 99 | 97 (98%) | 0 (0%) | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
| Surveillance & privacy technology | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
Attendance & dissent over time
Attendance rate
Dissents (no on adopted)
| Year | Votes | Present | Attendance | Dissents | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 1 of 1 | 0 | See votes → |
| 2024 | 690 | 672 | 97% | 0 | See votes → |
| 2025 | 461 | 461 | 100% | 1 | See votes → |
| 2026 | 428 | 410 | 96% | 4 | See votes → |
Agreement with other members
Computed over contested votes only — the 144 non-unanimous (split) votes Debbie Helsley cast, where the room recorded at least one Aye and at least one No. Unanimous votes are excluded because they carry no signal.
| Member | Voted the same | Shared split votes |
|---|---|---|
| Lauren Rider | 93 of 99 (94%) | 99 |
| Karyn Adams | 39 of 42 (93%) | 42 |
| Gwen McKenzie | 79 of 89 (89%) | 89 |
| Matthew DeBardelaben | 38 of 43 (88%) | 43 |
| Tommy Smith | 83 of 94 (88%) | 94 |
| Nathan Honeycutt | 33 of 39 (85%) | 39 |
| Lynne Fugate | 111 of 134 (83%) | 134 |
| Andrew Roberto | 80 of 98 (82%) | 98 |
| Charles Thomas | 106 of 134 (79%) | 134 |
| Doug Lloyd | 33 of 43 (77%) | 43 |
| Seema Singh | 66 of 88 (75%) | 88 |
| Denzel Grant | 25 of 38 (66%) | 38 |
| Amelia Parker | 27 of 139 (19%) | 139 |
Motions made & seconded, by topic
| Topic | Made | Seconded | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zoning & land use | 11 | 45 | See votes → |
| Budget & taxes | 3 | 11 | See votes → |
| Contracts & purchasing | 5 | 38 | See votes → |
| Personnel & appointments | 4 | 18 | See votes → |
| Public safety | 2 | 15 | See votes → |
| Roads & infrastructure | 12 | 32 | See votes → |
| Parks & community | 4 | 17 | See votes → |
| Intergovernmental & resolutions | 3 | 9 | See votes → |
| Surveillance & privacy technology | 0 | 1 | See votes → |
How these breakdowns are computed
Every figure on this page is a deterministic computation over Debbie Helsley’s published roll-call votes on City of Knoxville, TN City Council — the same record set behind the vote table below. Nothing is a composite score, a grade, or a ranking. The general pipeline (sources, extraction, gates, review) is described on the methodology page.
- Votes by topic. Each published motion is attributed to every distinct neutral topic its agenda items carry — the primary subject and any secondary tags alike, so an item counts under every topic it’s about (and a consent-calendar motion covering several items counts under each); procedural items are excluded, as in the default vote browser. Aye/No/Abstain are counts of Debbie Helsley’s own vote. A percentage is shown only when the topic has at least 10 votes. Body median is the median of the Aye and No tallies across the same motion set — the typical room split on that topic.
- Attendance & dissent over time. Bucketed by the calendar year of each meeting. Attendance = votes where Debbie Helsley was recorded present (not absent or recused) ÷ total votes that year; the percentage is shown only when the year has at least 10 votes. Dissents = “No” votes on motions the body adopted anyway. The denominators for every year are in the table above.
- Term timeline & election markers. The two trend strips plot the yearly attendance and dissent figures above on a single time axis spanning Debbie Helsley’s full term (Dec 16, 2023–present). The vertical lines mark public election-calendar dates — candidate-filing deadlines, primaries, and general elections — that fall within that span, each labeled with its date and type. Those dates are a matter of public record ; the timeline itself makes no claim about them. It marks the dates and draws the line; any pattern near an election is the reader’s to notice, not ours to assert.
- Agreement with other members. Computed over contested votes only — motions where the roll call recorded at least one Aye and at least one No. For each colleague, the record set is the split motions where both cast an Aye or No (their seated overlap); “voted the same” counts the motions they cast the identical value on. A percentage is shown only when that shared set reaches 10 votes. Unanimous votes are excluded on purpose: they would launder everyone into near-total agreement.
- Motions made & seconded. Straight counts of published motions where Debbie Helsley is recorded as the mover or the seconder in the minutes, grouped by the motion’s neutral topic(s).
Disclosed interests
Reprinted from Debbie Helsley’s annual Statement of Interests (Form SS-8005) — a public record filed with the Tennessee Ethics Commission. Entity names and categories exactly as filed, for the official and spouse; the form states no dollar amounts, and neither do we. Each filing links to its source.
Appointments moved
Board and committee appointments Debbie Helsley moved or seconded, as recorded in the minutes. Each links to the full decision, where the complete roll call is shown.
| Appointee | Board | Term | Decision |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackie Robinson | Police Advisory and Review Committee | not stated | Jan 6, 2026 → |
| Luis Urrea | Board of Zoning Appeals | not stated | Jan 6, 2026 → |
| Sergeant Christopher Williams | Knoxville Animal Control Board | not stated | Nov 25, 2025 → |
| Adam Kohntopp | Board of Environmental Appeals for the City | not stated | Oct 1, 2024 → |
Voting record
| Meeting | Agenda item | Vote | Badges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 29, 2024 |
R-297-2024
Authorize agreement with Capital Rx for pharmacy benefit management
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Capital Rx, Inc. for the provision of pharmacy benefit management administrative services for eligible members enrolled in the City's medical plan.(Requested by Employee Benefits & Risk Management Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 29, 2024 |
R-296-2024
Award $20,000 in Neighborhood Small/Micro Grants
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award a total of $20,000.00 in Neighborhood Small Grants Program and Micro Grants Program grants in support of community-building activities planned by eight neighborhood organizations in the City.(Requested by Office of Neighborhood Empowerment)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 29, 2024 |
R-295-2024
Authorize change order for Knoxville Convention Center chiller repairs
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a change order to an agreement with Lee Company for replacement and repairs to the chiller unit at the Knoxville Convention Center, to increase the contract amount by $70,000.00, for a new contract amount not to exceed $206,228.00, in order to purchase refrigerant needed to recharge the repaired chiller.(Requested by Administration)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 29, 2024 |
O-135-2024
Change zoning for Portland St & Booth St from I-G to I-MU
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 525 Portland Street and 0 Booth Street from I-G (General Industrial) District to I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District, Joe E. Petre, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 9-F-24-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 29, 2024 |
O-134-2024
Change zoning for 9905 Sherrill Blvd from OP to C-H-1
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 9905 Sherrill Boulevard from OP (Office Park) District to C-H-1 (Highway Commercial) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Benjamin C. Mullins, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 9-P-24-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 29, 2024 |
O-133-2024
Change zoning for 9721 Sherrill Blvd from OP to C-H-1
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 9721 Sherrill Boulevard from OP (Office Park) to C-H-1 (Highway Commercial), leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Jim Fritz/Apex Bank, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 9-B-24-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 29, 2024 |
O-132-2024
Change zoning for Hollywood Rd and Apex Dr properties from RN-1 to RN-2
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 800, 818, 820, 900, 906, 910, and 912 Hollywood Road and 4335, 4341, and 4345 Apex Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Barnes Capital Management, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 9-A-24-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 29, 2024 |
O-131-2024
Change street name from Richard Street to Vivid Lights Street
An Ordinance to change the street name of a portion of Richard Street between Bernard Avenue and May Avenue to Vivid Lights Street, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 9-B-24-SNC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 29, 2024 |
O-130-2024
Close Austin Homes Boulevard and authorize quitclaim deeds
An Ordinance to close Austin Homes Boulevard from the Austin Homes Boulevard roundabout at S. Bell Street westerly to terminus at First Creek, adjacent to City Block 07327, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 29, 2024 |
O-129-2024
Close Sevier Heights Road and authorize quitclaim deeds
An Ordinance to close Sevier Heights Road from Lancaster Drive to Wallace Drive adjacent to City Block 28900, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 29, 2024 |
O-128-2024
Close portion of Cherry Drive and authorize quitclaim deeds
An Ordinance to close a portion of Cherry Drive, adjacent to City Block 51570, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 29, 2024 |
O-127-2024
Amend Zoning Code definition for "Industrial-Craft"
An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 2.3, Definitions, to add a contractor's or tradesperson's business to the definition of "Industrial-Craft", City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 9-A-24-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 29, 2024 |
O-126-2024
Adopt National Electric Code with amendments
An Ordinance to adopt the latest version of the National Electric Code, with amendments, and to delete the existing related sections for "Electricity," codified at Chapter 10, Articles 10-26 through 10-27.(Requested by Plans Review & Inspections Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 29, 2024 |
R-294-2024
Confirm Mark Riehl to Public Property Naming Committee
A Resolution confirming the nomination of Mark Riehl to serve on the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 29, 2024 |
Approve consent items
approve the consent items
R-290-2024
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Kaiya Corp. for Retail Food Store Wine License
A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Kaiya Corporation d/b/a Clouds Over Knox relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department)
R-291-2024
Grant pension of $1,618.35/month to Mark D. Karnes
A Resolution granting a pension of $1,618.35 per month to Mark D. Karnes, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-292-2024
Grant pension of $1,258.53/month to Rebecca R. Clabough
A Resolution granting a pension of $1,258.53 per month to Rebecca R. Clabough, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-293-2024
Grant pension of $747.49/month to Arthur W. Webb
A Resolution granting a pension of $747.49 per month to Arthur W. Webb, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)
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Aye |
Unanimous
Consent
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| Oct 29, 2024 |
Approve minutes from October 15, 2024 meeting
approve the minutes of the October 15, 2024 Regular Meeting of City Council
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
R-280-2024
Authorize PILOT payments for property at 516 and 0 W. Vine Avenue.
A Resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to negotiate and accept from City Summit LLC, or an affiliate thereof, payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes (“PILOT”) with respect to certain real property located at 516 and 0 W. Vine Avenue, Knoxville, Tennessee, and finding that such payments are deemed to be in furtherance of the public purposes of the Board as defined in Tennessee Code Annotated Section 7-53-305.(Requested by Urban Design and Development)
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Aye |
Split
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
R-279-2024
Authorize agreement with Turn Up Knox for violence interruption programs.
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Turn Up Knox to provide violence interruption street outreach programs in the City of Knoxville, for an amount not to exceed $450,000.00.(Requested by Office of Community Safety and Empowerment)
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Aye |
Split
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
9-F-24-RZ
Ordinance to change zoning from I-G to I-MU for Portland Street and Booth Street.
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 525 Portland Street and 0 Booth Street from I-G (General Industrial) District to I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District, Joe E. Petre, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 9-F-24-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
9-P-24-RZ
Ordinance to change zoning from OP to C-H-1 for 9905 Sherrill Boulevard.
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 9905 Sherrill Boulevard from OP (Office Park) District to C-H-1 (Highway Commercial) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Benjamin C. Mullins, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 9-P-24-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
9-B-24-RZ
Ordinance to change zoning from OP to C-H-1 for Sherrill Boulevard.
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 9721 Sherrill Boulevard from OP (Office Park) to C-H-1 (Highway Commercial), leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Jim Fritz/Apex Bank, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 9-B-24-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
9-A-24-RZ
Ordinance to change zoning from RN-1 to RN-2 for Hollywood Road and Apex Drive.
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 800, 818, 820, 900, 906, 910, and 912 Hollywood Road and 4335, 4341, and 4345 Apex Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Barnes Capital Management, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 9-A-24-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
9-A-24-OA
Ordinance to amend Zoning Code Definitions regarding "Industrial-Craft".
An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 2.3, Definitions, to add a contractor's or tradesperson's business to the definition of "Industrial-Craft", City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 9-A-24-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
9-B-24-SNC
Ordinance to change street name to Vivid Lights Street.
An Ordinance to change the street name of a portion of Richard Street between Bernard Avenue and May Avenue to Vivid Lights Street, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 9-B-24-SNC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
Ordinance to close Austin Homes Boulevard
An Ordinance to close Austin Homes Boulevard from the Austin Homes Boulevard roundabout at S. Bell Street westerly to terminus at First Creek, adjacent to City Block 07327, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
Ordinance to close Sevier Heights Road
An Ordinance to close Sevier Heights Road from Lancaster Drive to Wallace Drive adjacent to City Block 28900, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
Ordinance to close portion of Cherry Drive
An Ordinance to close a portion of Cherry Drive, adjacent to City Block 51570, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
Ordinance to adopt latest National Electric Code and amend regulations.
An Ordinance to adopt the latest version of the National Electric Code, with amendments, and to delete the existing related sections for "Electricity," codified at Chapter 10, Articles 10-26 through 10-27.(Requested by Plans Review & Inspections Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
Ordinance to adopt latest International Building Codes and amend regulations.
An Ordinance to adopt the latest versions of the International Building Codes, with amendments, and deleting the existing related sections for "Buildings and Building Regulations," codified at Chapter 6, Articles 6-1 through 6-107.(Requested by Plans Review & Inspections Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
R-289-2024
Authorize agreement with Jowers Cleaning Service for janitorial services.
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Jowers Cleaning Service for janitorial services for various City Community Centers, for an annual cost not to exceed $197,000.00.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
R-288-2024
Apply for State grant for Pedestrian Safety Campaigns overtime funding.
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant from the State of Tennessee Highway Safety Office in the amount of $35,000.00, with no required local match, to provide overtime funding for Pedestrian Safety Campaigns.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
R-287-2024
Apply for DOJ funding for Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award of $562,071.00, with no local match, from the United States Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, for continued funding of the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
R-286-2024
Apply for HUD Continuum of Care planning grant.
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award in the amount of $124,344.00 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for a Continuum of Care planning grant to support CoC planning activities, with a required local match of 25%.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
R-285-2024
Authorize agreement with Gresham Smith for Washington Pike Drainage Project services.
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Gresham Smith in an amount not to exceed $89,721.00 to provide Construction Engineering and Inspection services for the Washington Pike Drainage Improvements Project.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
R-284-2024
Authorize agreement for Washington Pike Drainage Improvements Project.
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Chris Haggard Plumbing, LLC in an amount not to exceed $591,410.75 for the Washington Pike Drainage Improvements Project.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
R-283-2024
Authorize agreement with TDOT for Fort Sanders to Tyson Park Connection Project.
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation for the Fort Sanders Neighborhood to Tyson Park Connection Project for an estimated project cost of $6,695,000.00 with TDOT funding $5,356,000.00 and the City funding $1,339,000.00.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
R-282-2024
Authorize agreement for traffic sign inventory and assessment.
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with National Data and Surveying Services, Inc. to conduct a traffic sign inventory and assessment in an amount not to exceed $810,000.00.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
R-281-2024
Authorize agreement with Design Innovation Architects for ARPA grant services.
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Design Innovation Architects, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $1,075,000.00 to provide administrative and technical services for engineering projects funded with the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation non-competitive American Rescue Plan Act grant.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
O-124-2024
Ordinance to close portion of Ford Place
An Ordinance to close a portion of Ford Place from the northeast corner of Parcel No. 095OE032 to its northern terminus adjacent to City Block 260063, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
R-278-2024
Confirm reappointment to Better Building Board
A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Casey Cordy to the Better Building Board of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
R-277-2024
Approve Neighborhood Advisory Council appointments and express appreciation.
A Resolution expressing support for the Mayor’s reappointments of Thomas Egan and Lily Seabolt, and appointments of William Mendoza-Euceda, Amie Cohorst, Michael Moore and Tiara-Lady Wilson to the Neighborhood Advisory Council, and expressing appreciation to Monty Howard, Angel Bowman, TaShawn Ransome and LaShea Brabson for their years of service.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 15, 2024 |
Approve minutes of previous meeting
approve the minutes of the October 1, 2024 Regular Meeting of City Council
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
Motion to defer:
Postpone Resolution 10-a for six weeks
postpone Resolution 10-a for six weeks
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Aye |
Deferred
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
11-f
Authorize Mayor to revise MOU with KUB for Sevier Avenue Streetscapes electric work reimbursement
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a revised Memorandum of Understanding with the Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB) to reimburse KUB for all expenses related to the electric construction work for the Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Project at an additional estimated cost of $1,189,656.00.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Split
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
11-e
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Southern Constructors for Sevier Avenue Utility Project
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $5,270,470.00 for the Sevier Avenue Utility Conduit and Duct Bank Project.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Split
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
9-a
Amend Operating and Capital budgets for fiscal year 24/25
An Ordinance to amend the Operating and Capital budgets for fiscal year 24/25.(Requested by Finance Department)
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Aye |
Split
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
10-a
Appeal of zoning administrator's determination regarding LES compliance at 1307 Galway Street
A Resolution approving the appeal by Jeremy Greenhouse, on behalf of Liquid Environmental Solutions ("LES"), of the Board of Zoning Appeals' decision to uphold the Zoning Administrator’s determination that LES is not in compliance with Article IV Section 2.3.2.B.3.k of the 2017 City of Knoxville Zoning Ordinance, for property located at 1307 Galway Street, thereby reversing the Zoning Administrator's determination. BZA file No. BZA-24-0049.(Requested by Plans Review & Inspections)
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Aye |
Deferred
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
12-a
Close portion of Ford Place and authorize quitclaim deeds to adjacent owners
An Ordinance to close a portion of Ford Place from the northeast corner of Parcel No. 095OE032 to its northern terminus adjacent to City Block 260063, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
11-q
Authorize Mayor to apply for and accept Connected Communities 2.0 grant
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a Connected Communities 2.0 grant from the Department of Energy in an amount not to exceed $5,600,000.00, with a local match of in-kind staff time, to create technology innovations that support increased energy efficiency for homes, commercial buildings, and an electric system that is flexible and resilient.(Requested by Office of Sustainability)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
11-n
Authorize Mayor to execute tree installation agreement with Utility Arborist of Tennessee, LLC
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Utility Arborist of Tennessee, LLC, to install trees at various locations throughout the City during the 2024-2025 tree planting season in an amount not to exceed $35,000.00.(Requested by Public Service Department)
11-o
Authorize Mayor to execute tree installation agreement with Taylors Lawn Service, LLC
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Taylors Lawn Service, LLC, to install trees at various locations throughout the City during the 2024/2025 tree planting season in an amount not to exceed $35,000.00.(Requested by Public Service Department)
11-p
Authorize Mayor to execute tree installation agreement with AvaLawn, Inc.
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with AvaLawn, Inc. to install trees at various locations throughout the City during the 2024-2025 tree planting season in an amount not to exceed $35,000.00.(Requested by Public Service Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
Consent
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
11-m
Authorize Mayor to apply for and accept 2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply jointly with Knox County for the 2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant award of $136,946.00 from the U.S. Department of Justice to enhance law enforcement functions through the purchase of equipment, supplies and technology upgrades as well as provide enhanced law enforcement training for the Knoxville Police Department, and if such application is approved, authorizing the Mayor to accept such a grant award.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
11-l
Authorize agreement with Childhelp, Inc. for child trauma services funded by KPD
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Childhelp, Inc. to provide funding in an amount not to exceed $125,000.00 from the Police Department's annual budget to support services and assist the needs of children who have experienced complex trauma through abuse, neglect, psychological harm and exposure to crimes.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
11-k
Authorize agreement with Ace Miller Golden Gloves Charities for boxing program
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Ace Miller Golden Gloves Charities, Inc. to provide an amateur boxing program for an amount not to exceed $75,000.00.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
11-j
Authorize agreement with K-KCCAC for programs at John T. O'Connor Senior Citizen Center
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee in an annual amount not to exceed $138,000.00 to provide adult education, health, social services, and recreation programs in the John T. O' Connor Senior Citizen Center.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
11-i
Authorize agreement with Perez Planning + Design for Parks and Recreation Master Plan
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Perez Planning + Design, LLC, to provide professional services to develop a Parks and Recreation Systems Master Plan for an amount not to exceed $250,000.00.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
11-h
Authorize Mayor to execute quitclaim deed to Philip Chesney for 205 Spruce Street property
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to Philip Chesney for one parcel of property located at 205 Spruce Street, Parcel ID No. 082-OF-008, within the limits of the City of Knoxville pursuant to the Homemakers Program for a contract sales price of $50,500.00.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
11-g
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Butler Appraisal Group for Woodland Avenue Project
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Butler Appraisal Group, LLC in an amount not to exceed $41,500.00 to provide right-of-way appraisal services for the Woodland Avenue Complete Street Project.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
11-d
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. for Sevier Avenue Streetscapes services
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. to provide Construction Engineering and Inspection services for the Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Project in an amount not to exceed $980,734.75.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
11-c
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Whaley Construction for Sevier Avenue Streetscapes
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Whaley Construction, LLC in an amount not to exceed $8,930,463.40 for the Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Project.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
11-b
Add honorary name "Barbara Kelly Legacy" to Major Avenue at Western Avenue intersection
A Resolution to add the honorary name "Barbara Kelly Legacy" to Major Avenue at its intersection with Western Avenue.(Requested by Chairperson McKenzie)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
11-a
Request KCDC create Magnolia Avenue Corridor Redevelopment Plan
A Resolution requesting Knoxville's Community Development Corporation to create a Redevelopment Plan for an area to be titled the Magnolia Avenue Corridor Redevelopment Plan.(Requested by Urban Design and Development)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
9-c
Close unimproved Dooley Street from McCarty Ave to Baldwin Ave, execute quitclaim deeds
An Ordinance to close unimproved Dooley Street from former McCarty Avenue (closed by Ordinance No. O-52-2021) to Baldwin Ave within City Block 25373, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
9-b
Close unimproved alley from McCarty Ave to Baldwin Ave, execute quitclaim deeds
An Ordinance to close an unimproved and unnamed alley from former McCarty Ave (closed by Ordinance No. O-52-2021) to Baldwin Avenue within City Block 25373, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
8-a
Confirm appointments/reappointments to the Board of Environmental Appeals
A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Leslie Henderson and Matt Teglas and appointment of Adam Kohntopp to the Board of Environmental Appeals for the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
Approve consent items
approve the consent items
11-r
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Mapco Express Inc. d/b/a Mapco #3697 for wine license
A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Mapco Express Inc. d/b/a Mapco #3697 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department)
11-s
Grant pension of $5,619.00/month to Christopher S. Baldwin of KPD
A Resolution granting a pension of $5,619.00 per month to Christopher S. Baldwin, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
11-t
Grant pension of $4,217.88/month to Donald W. Tipton, Jr. of KFD
A Resolution granting a pension of $4,217.88 per month to Donald W. Tipton, Jr., an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
11-u
Grant pension of $4,286.50/month to Christopher G. Karnes of KFD
A Resolution granting a pension of $4,286.50 per month to Christopher G. Karnes, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
11-v
Grant pension of $4,489.14/month to Keli R. Randolph of KPD
A Resolution granting a pension of $4,489.14 per month to Keli R. Randolph, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
11-w
Grant pension of $641.81/month to Michael E. Brown of KFD
A Resolution granting a pension of $641.81 per month to Michael E. Brown, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
11-x
Grant pension of $151.18/month (Defined Benefit Only) to Robert D. Becker
A Resolution granting a pension of $151.18 per month (Defined Benefit Only) to Robert D. Becker, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Robert D. Becker)
11-y
Grant pension of $1,370.33/month to Nicholas A. Spine, III of General Government
A Resolution granting a pension of $1,370.33 per month to Nicholas A. Spine, III, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)
11-z
Grant pension of $706.53/month to William K. Roberts of General Government
A Resolution granting a pension of $706.53 per month to William K. Roberts, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)
12-b
Emergency ordinance appropriating $32,505 from Community Improvement Fund for agencies
An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $32,505.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Community Agencies and Organizations as set forth in the attachment.(Requested by Vice Mayor Smith and Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, Rider, Thomas, McKenzie, Fugate, Helsley, and Parker)
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Aye |
Unanimous
Consent
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| Oct 1, 2024 |
Approve minutes of the September 17, 2024 Regular Meeting of City Council
approve the minutes of the September 17, 2024 Regular Meeting of City Council
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Aye |
Unanimous
|
| Sep 17, 2024 |
O-112-2024
Amend Operating and Capital budgets for fiscal year 24/25
An Ordinance to amend the Operating and Capital budgets for fiscal year 24/25.(Requested by Finance Department)
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Aye |
Split
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| Sep 17, 2024 |
Motion to deny:
Appeal by Overlook Owners Association regarding certificate of appropriateness
A Resolution approving an appeal by the Overlook Owners Association, Inc. of a decision of the Knoxville Knox County Planning Commission to uphold a decision of the Design Review Board to grant a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new primary structure for property located at 0 W. Hill Avenue and 0 Locust Street, thereby overturning the decisions of the Planning Commission and the Design Review Board. (Planning Commission File No. 8-A-24-OB; Design Review Board File No. 4-D-24-DT) (Planning Commission denied 14-0) (Council District 6).(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 17, 2024 |
Motion to deny:
Appeal by William Burton regarding townhouse height in Northshore Town Center
A Resolution approving an appeal by William Burton, thereby overturning the decision of the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission to grant a special use application filed by Mike Stevens Homes to increase the maximum height of a townhouse in Northshore Town Center Master Plan in RN-3 (General Residential Neighborhood), C-R-2 (Regional Commercial), C (Former Planned District), and HP (Hillside Protection Overlay) Districts, for property located at 9426, 9430, 9434, and 9438 Horizon Drive. (Planning Commission File No. 7-D-24-SU) (Planning Commission approved 10-1) (Council District 2).(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 17, 2024 |
Motion to defer:
Appeal by Jeremy Greenhouse regarding LES compliance at 1307 Galway Street
A Resolution approving the appeal by Jeremy Greenhouse, on behalf of Liquid Environmental Solutions ("LES"), of the Board of Zoning Appeals' decision to uphold the Zoning Administrator’s determination that LES is not in compliance with Article IV Section 2.3.2.B.3.k of the 2017 City of Knoxville Zoning Ordinance, for property located at 1307 Galway Street, thereby reversing the Zoning Administrator's determination. BZA file No. BZA-24-0049.(Requested by Plans Review & Inspections)
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Aye |
Deferred
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| Sep 17, 2024 |
Add emergency ordinance appropriating Community Improvement Funds
add an emergency ordinance appropriating Community Improvement (202) Funds
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Aye |
Split
Failed
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| Sep 17, 2024 |
O-116-2024
Change zoning for 962 N. Gallaher View Road from RN-1 to RN-4
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 962 N. Gallaher View Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Homestead Land Holdings, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 7-I-24-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Split
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| Sep 17, 2024 |
O-115-2024
Approve One Year Plan Amendment for 962 N Gallaher View Road
An Ordinance approving the request of Homestead Land Holdings, LLC for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 962 N Gallaher View Road, leaving all special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 7-D-24-PA) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Split
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| Sep 17, 2024 |
O-114-2024
Amend Northwest City Sector Plan for 962 N. Gallaher View Road
An Ordinance approving the request of Homestead Land Holdings, LLC for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 962 N. Gallaher View Road, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 7-C-24-SP) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Split
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| Sep 17, 2024 |
Close unimproved Dooley Street from former McCarty Ave to Baldwin Ave
An Ordinance to close unimproved Dooley Street from former McCarty Avenue (closed by Ordinance No. O-52-2021) to Baldwin Ave within City Block 25373, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 17, 2024 |
O-52-2021
Close unimproved alley from former McCarty Ave to Baldwin Avenue
An Ordinance to close an unimproved and unnamed alley from former McCarty Ave (closed by Ordinance No. O-52-2021) to Baldwin Avenue within City Block 25373, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 17, 2024 |
R-249-2024
Execute agreement with Goodwill Industries for recycling services
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Goodwill Industries Knoxville, Inc. to provide all personnel and supervision necessary to provide recycling maintenance, customer assistance and educational services at five (5) area locations throughout the City for an annual contract price not to exceed $218,400.00(Requested by Public Service Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 17, 2024 |
R-248-2024
Execute quitclaim deed for property at 1209 Forest Avenue
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to Joseph S. Key II for one parcel of property located at 1209 Forest Avenue, Parcel ID No. 094-LM-011, within the limits of the City of Knoxville pursuant to the Homemakers Program for a contract sales price of $131,100.00.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 17, 2024 |
R-247-2024
Execute agreement for Western Heights Phase 3 infrastructure improvements
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville's Community Development Corporation for Phase 3 infrastructure improvements at Western Heights, in an amount not to exceed $4,200,000.00.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 17, 2024 |
R-246-2024
Execute agreement with Gresham Smith for Boyd's Bridge Pike Bridge Repair
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Gresham Smith, Inc. to provide professional engineering consulting services for the Boyd's Bridge Pike Bridge Repair Project in an amount not to exceed $55,995.00.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 17, 2024 |
R-245-2024
Execute agreement with CDM Smith for East Greenway Drive Bridge Repair
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. to provide professional engineering consulting services for the East Greenway Drive Bridge Repair Project in an amount not to exceed $70,400.00.(Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 17, 2024 |
R-244-2024
Authorize grant application for $145,000 for Emergency Management Agency
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the State of Tennessee, Department of the Military and the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency and, if approved, accept a grant in the amount of $145,000.00 which will reimburse the Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Management Agency budget for salaries and operating expenses for Fiscal Year 2025.(Requested by Emergency Management Agency)
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Aye |
Unanimous
|
| Sep 17, 2024 |
O-119-2024
Change zoning for 6504 Deane Hill Drive from I-G to O
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 6504 Deane Hill Drive from I-G (General Industrial) District to O (Office) District, DD Development Ventures Corporation, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 8-I-24-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Unanimous
|
| Sep 17, 2024 |
O-118-2024
Change zoning for 1214 Callaway Street from RN-2 to RN-4
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 1214 Callaway Street from RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, R. Bentley Marlow, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 9-5) (File No. 8-E-24-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Unanimous
|
| Sep 17, 2024 |
O-117-2024
Change zoning for 5303 Jacksboro Pike and 3225 Essary Drive to RN-2
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 5303 Jacksboro Pike and 3225 Essary Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Kokila Estates, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-D-24-RZ) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 17, 2024 |
O-113-2024
Amend Zoning Code to add Commercial District Design Standards in C-G-1
An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 5.4, Table 5-2, to add Commercial District Design Standards in the C-G-1 (General Commercial) Zoning District and clarifying the applicable design standards for residential structures, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 5-B-24-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 17, 2024 |
O-112-2024
Amend City Code to increase nonconsensual tow rates
An Ordinance amending chapter 26, Article IV, §26-228, §26-302 and §26-410 of the Knoxville City Code increasing nonconsensual tow rates and clarifying the definition of vehicle class and storage fees.(Requested by Administration)
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Aye |
Unanimous
|
| Sep 17, 2024 |
R-243-2024
Appoint Clarence McDowell to Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee
A Resolution appointing Clarence McDowell as the Fifth District representative on the Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee for a term expiring December 17, 2027.(Requested by Councilmember Thomas)
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Aye |
Unanimous
|
| Sep 17, 2024 |
R-242-2024
Confirm appointment of Reverend Reneé Kesler to Historic Zoning Commission
A Resolution confirming the appointment of Reverend Reneé Kesler to the Historic Zoning Commission.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon)
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Aye |
Unanimous
|
| Sep 17, 2024 |
Approve consent items
approve the consent items
R-240-2024
Approve Certificate of Compliance for SRJ, LLC d/b/a Broadway Wine and Liquor
A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to SRJ, LLC d/b/a Broadway Wine and Liquor relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) for a license to operate a liquor store in the City.(Requested by Finance Department)
R-241-2024
Approve Certificate of Compliance for The Bargain Barn Inc. d/b/a Grocery Outlet #04
A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to The Bargain Barn Inc. d/b/a Grocery Outlet #04 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
Consent
|
| Sep 17, 2024 |
Approve minutes of the September 3, 2024 Regular Meeting
approve the minutes of the September 3, 2024 Regular Meeting of City Council
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Aye |
Unanimous
|
| Sep 3, 2024 |
Motion to defer:
Postpone Resolution 10-b for two weeks
ITEMS FOR POSTPONEMENT (Indicated with "P")
Motion to: postpone Resolution 10-b for two weeks
10-b
Resolution 10-b postponed earlier
Resolution 10-b was postponed earlier in the meeting - see Section 5-b
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Aye |
Deferred
Consent
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| Sep 3, 2024 |
Ordinance increasing nonconsensual tow rates and clarifying definitions
An Ordinance amending chapter 26, Article IV, §26-228, §26-302 and §26-410 of the Knoxville City Code increasing nonconsensual tow rates and clarifying the definition of vehicle class and storage fees.(Requested by Administration)
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Aye |
|
| Sep 3, 2024 |
7-I-24-RZ
Ordinance changing base zoning classification to RN-5
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 962 N. Gallaher View Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Homestead Land Holdings, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 7-I-24-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Split
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| Sep 3, 2024 |
Approve R. Bentley Marlow's appeal of zoning non-conforming use abandonment denial
A Resolution approving the appeal by R. Bentley Marlow of the Board of Zoning Appeals' denial of a request to overturn the Zoning Administrator’s determination that the historical non-conforming use of the structure located at 2448 Jefferson Avenue was abandoned after the utilities were disconnected for a period exceeding 24 months and thereby reversing the Zoning Administrator's determination. BZA File No. BZA-24-0040(Requested by Plans Review & Inspections)
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No |
Split
Failed
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| Sep 3, 2024 |
7-D-24-PA
Ordinance approving One Year Plan Amendment to Medium Density Residential
An Ordinance approving the request of Homestead Land Holdings, LLC for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 962 N Gallaher View Road, leaving all special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 7-D-24-PA) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Split
|
| Sep 3, 2024 |
7-C-24-SP
Ordinance amending Northwest City Sector Plan designation to Medium Density Residential
An Ordinance approving the request of Homestead Land Holdings, LLC for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 962 N. Gallaher View Road, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Split
|
| Sep 3, 2024 |
Motion to deny:
7-C-24-SP
Ordinance amending Northwest City Sector Plan designation to Medium Density Residential
An Ordinance approving the request of Homestead Land Holdings, LLC for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 962 N. Gallaher View Road, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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No |
Split
Failed
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| Sep 3, 2024 |
10-b
Resolution approving LES appeal of zoning non-compliance determination
A Resolution approving the appeal by Jeremy Greenhouse, on behalf of Liquid Environmental Solutions ("LES"), of the Board of Zoning Appeals' decision to uphold the Zoning Administrator’s determination that LES is not in compliance with Article IV Section 2.3.2.B.3.k of the 2017 City of Knoxville Zoning Ordinance, for property located at 1307 Galway Street, thereby reversing the Zoning Administrator's determination. BZA file No. BZA-24-0049.(Requested by Plans Review & Inspections)
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Aye |
Deferred
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| Sep 3, 2024 |
8-I-24-RZ
Ordinance changing base zoning to O (Office) District for Deane Hill Drive
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 6504 Deane Hill Drive from I-G (General Industrial) District to O (Office) District, DD Development Ventures Corporation, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 8-I-24-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
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Aye |
Unanimous
|