No Single Solution to Blount County’s Housing Squeeze
BLOUNT COUNTY — In September, newly elected Blount County Mayor Jared Anderson addressed the county planning commission. He thanked commissioners for their service, welcomed the newest members and then made his stance clear: He would veto any proposal to reduce the county’s minimum lot sizes. Just a few minutes later, Barack Saltzman, a representative of […]
Maryville Housing Authority to Increase Low-Income Housing Opportunities in 2026
Maryville Housing Development Corporation announced it will break ground this month on a $3 million, 11-unit housing complex near the Blount County Health Department on McNabb Place. The development will include a mix of one- and two-bedroom apartments. The project is part of a broader effort to improve existing properties and expand affordable housing options […]