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Knox County defers Leonard Development rezoning after commissioners cite traffic and pipeline concerns
Summary
Frank Leonard’s request for PR up to five units per acre near John Sevier Highway was deferred to December after Commissioner Fox and others raised concerns about heavy development already approved along John Sevier and potential traffic impacts; the applicant agreed to consult the community.
Knox County commissioners on Monday deferred a rezoning request from Leonard Development LLC after several commissioners said the area near John Sevier Highway is already heavily approved for new housing and that additional density could worsen traffic congestion.
Frank Leonard requested planned-residential zoning for approximately 7.3 acres near Winkle Lane, seeking up…
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