On behalf of League of Women Voters of Knoxville/Knox County
The League of Women Voters of Knoxville/Knox County is a non-partisan, grassroots organization which encourages informed and active participation in government and advocates for public policies that strengthen our democracy and empower voters.
Our organization is committed to advocating for smart development and land use policies that preserve our natural and cultural resources. On behalf of our organization, we would ask the following to be considered in the development of the Unified Development Ordinance.
We request that: - Ridges, slopes, open spaces, and vegetation critical to biodiversity, natural habitats and historic/scenic character be preserved. - Natural areas are conserved or restored, storm water pollution reduced and waterways protected. - Policies be considered that equitably balance and distribute the costs and benefits of population growth to all. - Infill development and investment in existing communities be promoted. - Community appearance and livability be enhanced. - Communication with the public, understanding of the process, government transparency, and the ability to appeal are important and should be improved.
Thank you for considering our comments in the future planning stages of the Unified Development Ordinance.
Kevin, 37918
July 17, 2025
On behalf of Knox Community Planning Alliance
The Knox Community Planning Alliance published policy statement about the UDO in early July. In it are some observations and suggestions for the UDO to address.
The current policy statement may be accessed at: https://www.kcpa.us/2025/07/kpca-policy-statement-for-new-knox-county-unified-development-ordinance-udo/
Nancy,
September 18, 2025
Please see the attached comments on Knox County's Unified Development Ordinance.
View AttachmentLisa , 37922
September 17, 2025
On behalf of League of Women Voters of Knoxville/Knox CountyThe League of Women Voters of Knoxville/Knox County is a non-partisan, grassroots organization which encourages informed and active participation in government and advocates for public policies that strengthen our democracy and empower voters.
Our organization is committed to advocating for smart development and land use policies that preserve our natural and cultural resources. On behalf of our organization, we would ask the following to be considered in the development of the Unified Development Ordinance.
We request that:
- Ridges, slopes, open spaces, and vegetation critical to biodiversity, natural habitats and historic/scenic character be preserved.
- Natural areas are conserved or restored, storm water pollution reduced and waterways protected.
- Policies be considered that equitably balance and distribute the costs and benefits of population growth to all.
- Infill development and investment in existing communities be promoted.
- Community appearance and livability be enhanced.
- Communication with the public, understanding of the process, government transparency, and the ability to appeal are important and should be improved.
Thank you for considering our comments in the future planning stages of the Unified Development Ordinance.
Kevin, 37918
July 17, 2025
On behalf of Knox Community Planning AllianceThe Knox Community Planning Alliance published policy statement about the UDO in early July. In it are some observations and suggestions for the UDO to address.
View AttachmentThe current policy statement may be accessed at: https://www.kcpa.us/2025/07/kpca-policy-statement-for-new-knox-county-unified-development-ordinance-udo/