Blount County Planning Commission | 02-26-2026

The Blount County Planning Commission held a meeting on February 26, 2026, where key agenda items included a public hearing on a rezoning request for a 3.7-acre property on East Lamar Alexander Parkway from R1 to RAC zoning, with discussion about preserving the scenic nature of Highway 321 and concerns about commercial development. The commission also reviewed and considered amendments to the county's comprehensive plan, focusing on traffic congestion mitigation and establishing a long-range capital plan for roads over the next 20 to 30 years. Several preliminary plat approvals for subdivisions were discussed, with conditions related to environmental health, utilities, and maintenance agreements. A variance for minimum lot size was approved for a property on Bethl Church Road, with considerations for existing septic systems and property division. Motions to approve these items were passed, and the commission emphasized the importance of public involvement in future capital planning and transportation projects.