Stronger Together

We are a coalition of involved citizens and community groups advocating for improved and effective planning for future development and growth in Knox County, Tennessee

Help! I saw a rezoning sign or got a postcard in the mail. What should I do?

Land use is a very emotional topic for all parties. We’ve been there. We’ve asked the questions, done the research. We know how overwhelming and frustrating the process can be.

What you need to know: from the time that you receive a public notification, either by mail or signage, the process happens quickly and you will need to act accordingly. The Applicant has had months, maybe years, to prepare for their request. Citizens have weeks to prepare their response, so time is critically important.

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UDO Draft Zoning Map, Dimensional Standards

The UDO Draft Zoning Map and draft Dimensional Standards are out for review this week. Lots to do by Sunday, April 5th. KCPA cannot stress HOW IMPORTANT IT IS TO ENGAGE NOW. This week are the details that really matter for how the county will develop and look for the...
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Materials from KCPA UDO Open Forum On Module A

Tonight KCPA hosted a Zoom call for an Open Forum about the Knox County UDO, Module A. Thank you for the attendees and advocates who participated. The main page from the county for this process is https://advanceknox.org/udo/feedback which has a link to the county's...
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Insight from Middle Tennessee

Cumberland Regional Tomorrow posted with insight about land use decisions in Middle Tennessee https://www.yourcrt.com/post/connecting-communities-through-regional-transportation-mobility-smart-infrastructure-and-the-work "Land use decisions—made locally—shape whether...
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Better, Not Bigger

2026 needs to be the year we top chasing growth for growth's sake. It's a failed policy. Sprawl expansion doesn't benefit the residents of Knox County. We should want our places to get better, not just bigger. Does development we approve make our county more...
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CRT Forum on Housing in Middle Tennessee

Cumberland Region Tomorrow recently held a panel discussion about housing affordability. The write-up linked here is a concise overview of some of the causes, results, and potential solutions. A Market Turning Red: What Today's Housing Pressures Mean - and What We Can...
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KCPA Candidate Endorsements – 2025 City Council General Election

The Knox Community Planning Alliance (KCPA), a volunteer-organized coalition of involved citizens and community groups advocating for improved and effective planning for future development and growth, is excited to endorse these candidates in the upcoming 2025...
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June 2026

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  • Agenda Review - Knoxville - Knox County Planning
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  • Knoxville - Knox County Planning Commission Meeting
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  • Knox County Commission - Monthly Meeting
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  • Knoxville City Council
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  • TPO Executive Board Meeting
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  • Knox County BZA
  • Farragut Board of Zoning Appeals
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