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Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review an ordinance that pauses new data center and high-density computing facility permits for 18 months. The pause allows staff to study infrastructure, water, noise, and utility impacts before drafting permanent zoning rules. Existing or legally vested projects are exempt from the moratorium.
- 18-month moratorium on new data center and crypto-mining facility permits
- Defines high-density computing as exceeding 250 watts/sq ft or 1 MW load
- Exempts legally established or vested projects from the pause
- Directs staff to study noise limits (45 dBA), water usage, and utility cost allocation
- Ordinance O-2026-XXX takes effect immediately upon final passage
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider the annexation and zoning of property on Old Newport Hwy and review several site plans, including a large residential project on Lonesome Valley Rd. The body will also vote on the city's 5-year paving and sidewalk plans.
- Annexation and zoning (IC and LDR) for property on Old Newport Hwy
- Preliminary PUD approval for 470-unit townhome and apartment development on Lonesome Valley Rd
- Preliminary PUD approval for 28-unit cabin development on Cate Rd
- Final approval for a 19,926 sq-ft fitness center on N. River Blvd
- Rezoning of 315 Hardin Ln from Low Density to Medium Density Residential
The Planning Commission approved several residential and commercial site plans, including townhomes, condominiums, and a timeshare development. Members also discussed potential regulations for accessory dwelling units and the impact of future data center developments.
- Approved rezoning from Intermediate Commercial to Town Center (5-0)
- Approved preliminary PUD for Bob Hollow Rd townhomes subject to road improvements (5-0)
- Approved Caton Rd. condominium development subject to staff comments (5-0)
- Approved conceptual approval for Lewelling Rd. cabin development (5-0)
- Approved John L. Marshall Dr. timeshare development (5-0)
- Approved Gateway Blvd. sales center subject to staff comments (5-0)
- Tabled discussion on Accessory Dwelling Units for further research
- Directed staff to explore regulations and a potential moratorium on data centers
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request to reduce the required front yard setback from 30 feet to 15 feet on Longspur Trail. Staff will also request a zoning map interpretation for property on Apple Valley Road to clarify the LDR zoning district boundary.
- Variance request by Jeremy Puckett for 15' front-yard setback on Longspur Trail (Tax Map 037E Group A Parcel 30.00)
- Staff request for zoning map interpretation of LDR district on Apple Valley Rd
The Board approved a variance allowing a secondary driveway to exceed the standard slope limit. It also cleared a front-yard setback variance for an attached garage, directing staff to approve the addition administratively instead. Both decisions address residential property modifications.
- Approved driveway slope variance for 922 Beech Rd (5-1)
- Cleared front-yard setback variance for 269 Cherokee Path Way for administrative approval (unanimous)
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board will consider the final reading of the city's annual budget, fee schedules, and property tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year. They will also discuss updates to solid waste collection rules and several municipal contracts.
- Final vote on Ordinance O-2026-005 for FY 2027 budget and property tax rate
- Rezoning of 132 Cedar St, 120/124 Joy St, and 221 Parkway to Town Center District
- 3-year Convention Center software contract with Momentus Technologies ($134,200 total)
- Security fencing bid for Northview Optimist Park not to exceed $20,875
- Proposed $55 'no-show' fee for golf tee-time reservations
Public Building Authority
The Public Building Authority will consider approving four equipment purchases for the North Sevierville Project totaling $178,060.72. Items include an air compressor, six mobile lifts, electrical work, and tire mounting equipment. The board will also hear public comments and approve previous meeting minutes.
- Purchase of air compressor for $13,036 from Lubrication Equipment Service
- Purchase of six Mahle mobile lifts for $84,500 via Sourcewell contract
- Approval of $45,000 for Sevier County Electric System transformer and electrical work
- Purchase of tire mounting and balancing equipment for $35,524.72 from Mohawk Lifts
Industrial Development Board
The Industrial Development Board is reviewing two real estate agreements with Knoxville TVA Employees Credit Union. This includes a revised sale of land near the north Sevierville fire station complex, which incorporates a small parcel to be acquired from TDOT.
- Revised sale of ~1.37 acres (1.13 IDB parcel and 0.24 TDOT parcel) at $1 million per acre
- Real Estate Purchase and Sale Agreement in the amount of $225,000
- Property location: Intersection of Winfield Dunn Parkway and Fred Bryan Road