Event Brief
Developer withdraws South Knoxville townhome plan
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 21, 2026 at 11:00 PM ET
Summary: A developer has withdrawn a proposal to build about 80 townhomes along Gov. John Sevier Highway in South Knoxville after a dispute over a property tax abatement with Knox County. Knox County Mayor Betsy Henderson vetoed the 50% property tax abatement, prompting the withdrawal.
WHO: Developer (name not provided); Knox County Mayor Betsy Henderson
WHAT: Withdrawn proposal for approximately 80 townhomes on Gov. John Sevier Highway after veto of a 50% property tax abatement.
WHEN: Sep 21, 2026 at 10:42 PM ET
WHERE: South Knoxville, Knox County, Tennessee
WHY: Knox County Mayor Betsy Henderson vetoed the 50% property tax abatement tied to the proposal.
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