Knox County Tennessee

Grant & Community Development Projects

Eviction Prevention Program: The Knox Eviction Prevention Program is a joint City of Knoxville/Knox County initiative aiding renters who face eviction. The program is open to income-qualified city and county residents. To learn more or apply for the program, click here.

Housing and Public Services: Housing and public service programs are focused on increasing affordable housing for low- to moderate- income residents and providing a variety of services in the prevention of and response to homelessness.

Economic Development: Defined Services and Economic Development programs focus on a wide variety of projects that support the Mayor's priorities of job growth, public education, and recreation.

Public Safety: Public safety programs are focused on enhancing fire and rescue services in Knox County and supporting other public safety departments in Homeland Security District 2 by providing emergency responder equipment, training, and exercises.