Western Heights
Transformation Plan
The Western Heights neighborhood is strategically located 1.5 miles from downtown Knoxville, the University of Tennessee, jobs, and amenities. Unfortunately, disinvestment, physical barriers, residential and commercial vacancies, and concentrated poverty have kept the neighborhood from realizing its potential.
The residents of Western Heights have a collective vision of a safe neighborhood for all, with new housing and programming for children and adults. The leadership of KCDC, the City of Knoxville, Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee, Brinshore Development, and other partners will transform Western Heights into a neighborhood of choice for current and future residents.
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Western Heights Transformation Plan?
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Full Western Heights Transformation Plan.
Overall Plan Goals
Safety
Ensure neighborhood is safe for all
Transformation
Increase transportation choices
Open Space
Create quality green spaces, parks, and recreation amenities
Arts, Entrepreneurship, & Engagement
Strengthen arts, culture, and entrepreneurship to anchor the community
One Community
Ensure new and renovated housing in Western Heights feel like one cohesive community
Mixed-Income
Develop a diverse and inclusive mixed-income community
Unique Site
Celebrate the site, including spectacular views, to change negative perception of Western Heights
Choices
Create housing choices and different types of buildings that service different family needs
Management
Establish responsive, on-site management with quality amenities and attentive maintenance
Education
Improve education outcomes
Health
Improve resident health outcomes
Youth Development
Increase safe education and enrichment options for youth
Economic Stability
More residents secure living-wage jobs and actively engage career opportunities
Food Security
Improve access to affordable, healthy, fresh food options