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Scenic Knoxville opposition helps tip BZA to deny Dutch Bros signage variance at Chapman Highway
City of Knoxville Board of Zoning Appeals · April 22, 2026
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Summary
The BZA denied a request from Dutch Bros to increase attached sign area at 4200 Chapman Highway after Scenic Knoxville’s president argued the applicant had not demonstrated a legal hardship and staff found no sight‑line limitations; the board voted to deny the variance.
The Board of Zoning Appeals denied a request that would have increased attached sign area for a Dutch Bros location on Chapman Highway.
Amy Shelby, identified herself for the record as representing the applicant, said the request is intended to keep the building consistent with other Dutch Bros locations,…
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