Letter from KCDC

On behalf of Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation, we proudly present the Transforming Western Plan. This Plan represents the culmination of 14-months of intensive community engagement and collaboration, and a synthesis of the dreams and ideas of residents, community members, and stakeholders. Our combined vision is organized into the themes of We Belong, We Build, We Become.

We Belong – We will focus on creating a cohesive neighborhood that is safe, welcoming, and provides equal amenities to other neighborhoods across Knoxville.

We Build – We will undertake the complete transformation of the housing on the Western Heights site. With two adjoining housing sites, one site will be completely rebuilt while the other will receive a substantial rehabilitation. We Become – We will partner to bring much needed programming and resources to the residents of Western Heights and the Beaumont communities.

The Transforming Western plan will revitalize an entire neighborhood located just minutes from Knoxville’s city center. I would like to personally thank the residents and neighbors of Western Heights for their continued involvement and passion in creating a plan to revitalize their community. I would also like to thank our stakeholders and community organizations who have put in countless hours to create a comprehensive plan that addresses the needs for the residents.

Our ongoing partnership with the City of Knoxville is one to be celebrated and will be necessary in developing and implementing this plan. Benjamin Bentley

Executive Director/CEO Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC)

“The residents of Western Heights truly are a community, knit together by relationships, fostered over time. Neighbors help and support each other and have great ideas for the future of Western Heights and the surrounding neighborhood.”

Benjamin Bentley Executive Director/CEO, KCDC