Blount County Planning | 06-25-26

The Blount County Planning Commission held a meeting on June 25, 2026, focusing primarily on land use and development approvals. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a site plan for the expansion of a mobile home park adding 33 units, with conditions to resolve outstanding issues before construction. The commission also considered the renewal of a preliminary plat for a major subdivision, Manor in the Woods Phase 4, extending its validity for 24 months. Concerns were raised about infrastructure commitments, including water line installation and drainage, with requests for clarification on agreements with local utilities and highway departments. The commission approved subdivision plats for the Patton property and Pleasant Hill Road with conditions addressing environmental health and utility signatures. Additionally, the commission discussed a recently passed resolution regarding zoning regulations for data centers, indicating ongoing legal and staff work to draft appropriate zoning amendments for industrial zones. Motions to approve plans and plats passed unanimously, with some members requesting further information on infrastructure commitments before future approvals.