Lonnie reported long-running noncompliance at 11 South Main and asked that the board impose willful-noncompliance civil penalties of $5,000 on each of two associated parcels (the amount described on record as the state statute maximum). Board members approved recording the fines and asked staff to pursue next steps if compliance is not obtained.

The Knox Planning Commission agreed July 14 to discuss proposed R-2 zoning changes at its next meeting. Officials said reducing lot-width and setback requirements — and lowering minimum house size — could unlock state grants to repair Parkview infrastructure; commissioners requested more detail.