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Commission approves Market Square rooftop addition after debate over visibility and form

Knox County Historic Zoning Commission · July 17, 2025
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Summary

The Historic Zoning Commission approved a revised rooftop addition at 32 Market Square after the applicant lowered decks and argued elevator siting reduced visibility; commissioners split on design form but a majority found the addition minimally visible and compatible.

The Commission approved a revised rooftop addition at 32 Market Square on July 17, after the applicant submitted additional line-of-sight drawings and said elevator placement allowed the rooftop elements to be lowered and made minimally visible from the right of way.

Staff had recommended postponement to require a roofline and overall design more compatible with Market…

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