HISTORIC ZONING COMMISSION
Knoxville History Historic Preservation in Knoxville The Historic Zoning Commission works with developers to encourage the preservation of historic sites and areas and to integrate historic facilities into other plans. The commission reviews applications for building permits for construction or demolition within a designated historic zone. The commission also acts as an advocate for changes in various state, local and federal laws that affect historic sites.
Appointment of Board Members
Nine members are appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by City Council, each serving for five years (overlapping). In the event of a vacancy, an appointment may be made only for the unexpired portion of the term.
Meetings Schedule
Commission meets monthly on the third Thursday at 8:30 a.m. in the Small Assembly Room of the City County Building.
Commission Membership
Nic Arning, Chairman 618 S. Gay St. Suite 100 Knoxville, TN 37902 865-637-1403 Sandy Martin 7510 Sherwood Drive Knoxville 37919 Melynda Whetsel 1018 Luttrell Street Knoxville, TN 37917 Finbarr Saunders Novinger, Ball & Assoc. 4110 Sutherland Ave. Knoxville, TN 37919 865-584-1184 Duane Grieve Grieve and Associates 10 Emory Place Knoxville, TN 37917 865-637-0382	Sean Bolen 215 E. Oklahoma Avenue Knoxville, TN 37917 865-971-3039 Herb Donaldson 4120 Shangri-La Drive Knoxville, TN 37914 865-546-7685 J. Scott Busby Smee + Busby Architects 29 Market Square Suite 201 Knoxville, TN 37902 856-521-7550 Melissa McAdams 1043 Craigland Court Knoxville, TN 37919