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Who decides what · Knox County

Who decides rezoning & new development in Knox County?

The body responsible — and its record. Which one applies can depend on where you live. This is jurisdictional fact, not advice; see how it’s built on Methodology.

Knox County, TN Board of Commissioners

In unincorporated Knox County

In the unincorporated county, the Knox County Commission votes on rezoning requests and land-use changes, typically after review by the area planning commission.

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City of Knoxville, TN City Council

Inside the City of Knoxville

Rezonings for property inside the City of Knoxville are decided by Knoxville City Council.

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Rezonings for property inside the Town of Farragut are decided by the Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen.

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