Goodlettsville public meetings in 2024

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a second reading of an ordinance imposing a temporary one-year moratorium on subdivisions with more than three dwelling units per acre. Other business includes first readings of zoning amendments for a Graves Road property, sign ordinance changes, and regulations for specialty smoke and vape shops. The board will also consider resolutions for a SAFER grant to hire six firefighters, a $5,000 donation to the Chamber of Commerce, and cost-of-living adjustments for city employees.

• Second reading of Ordinance 24-1097 imposing a 1-year moratorium on developments with >3 dwelling units per acre
• First reading of Ordinance 24-1098 to rezone a Graves Road property from R7 (High Density Residential) to RLSPUD
• Resolution 24-1234 applying for a SAFER grant to recruit and hire six firefighters
• Resolution 24-1244 appropriating $5,000 to the Goodlettsville Area Chamber of Commerce
• Resolution 24-1243 authorizing cost-of-living compensation adjustments for employees effective January 1, 2025

General

The Goodlettsville Board of Commissioners will hold an informal study session on December 5, 2024. The session is for exchanging information and will not include formal action. Ten topics will be discussed, ranging from a residential moratorium ordinance to fire department programs and Main Street redevelopment. Citizens are invited to attend and participate in the discussions.

• Medium and High-Density Residential Moratorium Ordinance 24-1097
• Vape, Specialty Smoke, and CBD Store Locations
• Fire Department Cost Recovery Program
• Fire Apparatus Replacement
• Main Street Re‑Development

Planning Commission

The Goodlettsville Planning Commission will vote on several rezoning requests, a final master plan for 89 townhouse units, and multiple zoning ordinance amendments. Items include a rezoning of 208 Graves Road to allow four detached homes, a rezoning of 0 Hardaway Drive to high-density residential, and amendments defining specialty smoke/vape shops, commercial uses near I-65 Exit 98, reduced lot widths, and increased sign message board sizes. A public forum on planned-related topics will be held.

• Rezoning of 0.57-acre at 208 Graves Road from R7 to RLSPUD for four detached units (deferred from Nov 4)
• Rezoning of 2.39-acre at 0 Hardaway Drive from R-25 to R-7 high-density residential
• Final master plan approval for phase 2 of Pine Ridge, 89 townhouse units on South Dickerson Road
• Amendment to define Specialty Smoke and Vape Shops with zoning and separation limits
• Amendment to permit increased percentage of changeable message boards on pole or ground signs

Tree Board

The Tree Advisory Board will review old business items such as arboretum enhancements, a health check date for the arboretum, and educational materials for homeowners. It will also consider new business items including an Arbor Day celebration and a beautification update. No decisions are noted as finalized in the agenda.

• Arboretum Enhancements
• Arboretum Health – selection of health check date in November
• Educational Materials for Homeowners – tree pests and new construction landscape
• Arbor Day Celebration
• Beautification Update

Board of Commissioners

The Goodlettsville Board of Commissioners will administer oaths to newly elected commissioners, elect a Mayor and Vice-Mayor, and consider two new business items. Ordinance 24-1097 proposes a one-year moratorium on developments with more than three dwelling units per acre. Resolution 24-1231 requests a state Attorney General's opinion on the Nashville transit referendum's impact on the city.

• Administer oath of office to recently elected city commissioners
• Election of Mayor and Vice-Mayor
• Consider Ordinance 24-1097: one-year moratorium on subdivisions/developments with >3 dwelling units per acre (first reading)
• Consider Resolution 24-1231: request for state AG opinion on Nashville transit referendum impacts

General

The Goodlettsville Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals will review two public hearing requests. Item 1 is a variance for an accessory building on a 5.21‑acre agricultural parcel at 980 Hitt Lane. Item 2 is a variance for electronic signage on a 0.98‑acre parcel for a proposed Jubilee Hills sign on Conference Drive.

• Accessory building location variance request for 980 Hitt Lane (5.21 acres, Agricultural zone)
• Electronic signage variance request for Jubilee Hills sign on Conference Drive (0.98 acre)
• Staff and applicant presentations for each variance request
• Public hearing comments and board discussion for both items

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a second reading on property tax rates and budget amendments for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The body will also consider a zoning change for a property on South Dickerson Road and several grant applications.

• Ordinance 24-1096: Adoption of property tax rates for July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025
• Ordinance 24-1094: Rezoning the back portion of 1221 South Dickerson Road from Agricultural to CS (Commercial Services)
• Resolution 24-1230: Application for a State of Tennessee Department of Transportation grant for sidewalks on North and South Main Street
• Resolution 24-1227: Participation in the PE Partners "Safety Partners" Matching Grant Program
• Resolution 24-1228: Declaration of city property as surplus for disposal via auction

Planning Commission

The Goodlettsville Planning Commission will consider a request to rezone a 1.08‑acre property at 608 Alta Loma Road from R25 (Low Density Residential) to R15 (Medium Density Residential). It will also review a final master approval for 103 residential lots on 58.66 acres across Moncrief Avenue, McCoin Drive, and Barber Drive. Additional discussion items include commercial zoning for 798 Rivergate Parkway, a subdivision bond regulations amendment, and solar panel regulations.

• Rezoning of 1.08‑acre at 608 Alta Loma Road from R25 to R15
• Final master approval for 103 residential lots on 58.66 acres on Moncrief Avenue, McCoin Drive, and Barber Drive
• Proposed auto‑repair tenant zoning for 798 Rivergate Parkway commercial property
• Subdivision Bond Regulations Amendment
• Solar Panel Regulations

Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals

The Goodlettsville Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals will review two public‑hearing items. First, Liz Young, representing Heather and Stephen Connors, seeks an accessory building location variance for the 5.21‑acre property at 980 Hitt Lane, which is zoned Agricultural under Zoning Ordinance Sections 14‑208(1)(c) and (e). Second, A.P. Development Properties, Inc. requests an electronic signage variance for a proposed Jubilee Hills sign on Conference Drive, located on a 0.98‑acre parcel under Zoning Ordinance Section 14‑305(1)(c). The Board will hear staff and applicant presentations, public comments, then discuss and vote on each request.

• Accessory building location variance request for 980 Hitt Lane (5.21‑acre Agricultural zone) – applicant Liz Young for Heather and Stephen Connors
• Electronic signage variance request for Jubilee Hills sign on Conference Drive (0.98‑acre parcel) – applicant A.P. Development Properties, Inc.
• Staff presentations for each variance request
• Applicant presentations for each variance request
• Public hearing comments and Board motion on each item

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review updates on several ongoing projects, including the volleyball project, Rachel's Garden, a disc golf course, and the aquatics program. They will also consider a SWOT analysis activity presented by the consulting firm Kimley‑Horn. No formal decisions are noted on the agenda.

• Volleyball Project (old business)
• LPRF – Rachel's Garden (old business)
• Disc Golf Course (old business)
• Aquatics Update (old business)
• SWOT Analysis Activity hosted by Kimley‑Horn (new business)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold first readings for ordinances regarding property tax rates and the 2024-2025 budget. The body will also consider a zoning change and several resolutions related to city grants and municipal funds.

• Ordinance 24-1096: Adoption of property tax rates for fiscal year July 1, 2024 thru June 30, 2025
• Ordinance 24-1094: Zoning change for back portion of 1221 South Dickerson Road from Agricultural to CS (Commercial Services)
• Ordinance 24-1095: Amendment to the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget
• Resolution 24-1222: Designating Pinnacle Bank as the depository for Municipal Funds for four years
• Resolution 24-1223: Application for a Tennessee Agriculture Enhancement Program Grant for tree plantings

General

The Planning Commission will review requests for property rezoning, a comprehensive plan amendment, and a land annexation. The body is also considering a performance bond extension and a subdivision regulation variance.

• Proposed annexation and rezoning of 45.02 acres at 4408 Long Hollow Pike for 112 one-family detached dwelling unit lots
• Public hearing for comprehensive plan amendment of 3.85 acres at 0 Hardaway Drive from Residential Conservation High Density to Commercial Development
• Rezoning request for 0 Hardaway Drive from R-25 to Commercial Planned Unit Development for exterior vehicle storage
• Preliminary plat and construction plan for three residential lots on 2.87 acres at the end of Rosehill Drive
• Performance bond extension request for Dry Creek Commons Phase Two

Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals will hold public hearings for two conditional use requests. The board will determine if specific properties can be used for a homestay and an indoor baseball facility.

• Conditional use request for a bed and breakfast homestay at 1357 Madison Creek Road
• Conditional use request for an indoor baseball batting facility at 910 Rivergate Parkway

Board of Commissioners

The Goodlettsville Board of Commissioners will hold a second reading and public hearing on three zoning ordinances, including a new Planned Unit Development section and increased sign heights. The meeting also includes a public hearing on sewer rates for non-residents and a contract amendment with Outfront Media for billboards on Gallatin Road.

• Second reading & public hearing on Ordinance 24-1091: Residential Limited Scale Planned Unit Development
• Second reading & public hearing on Ordinance 24-1092: Increase permitted ground sign height and area in Commercial Core Overlay
• Second reading & public hearing on Ordinance 24-1093: Schedule of rates for sewer services for non-resident consumers
• Contract amendment with Outfront Media, LLC. for billboards at 2436 Gallatin Road
• Resolution to enter into agreement with Metro Nashville for wastewater treatment services

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a rezoning request for a property on South Dickerson Road and a subdivision plat for properties on Caldwell Drive. The body will also consider a variance regarding fire hydrant installation and discuss the Comprehensive Land Use Plan.

• Rezoning request for 6.05 acres at 1221 South Dickerson Road from Agricultural to Commercial Service
• Final subdivision plat approval for 9.30 acres at 902 and 904 Caldwell Drive
• Subdivision Regulation Variance request for 214 Hasty Drive regarding fire hydrant installation
• Discussion of 798 Rivergate Parkway Commercial Property Zoning
• Review of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several ordinances regarding design guidelines, zoning map amendments, and sign height increases. The meeting also includes discussions on non-resident sewer service rates and a maintenance contract with the Tennessee Department of Transportation.

• Ordinance 24-1089: amend design guidelines for site and building light color restrictions
• Ordinance 24-1090: change Rivergate Parkway zoning from CSL to RC1
• Resolution 24-1210: contract amendment with Outfront Media, LLC for billboards at 2436 Gallatin Road
• Ordinance 24-1092: increase ground sign height and area in the Commercial Core Overlay
• Ordinance 24-1093: amend schedule of rates for non-resident sewer service consumers

Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals

The Board will conduct a public hearing regarding an administrative appeal for a short-term rental violation notice. The property owner, represented by Eric Fishman, MD, is appealing the notice issued for the R-40 zoned property.

• Administrative appeal of short-term rental violation at 1357 Madison Creek Road
• Public hearing regarding Sumner County Tax Map/Parcel# 14002205000

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several site plan requests and bond extensions. Staff is also requesting recommendations to the City Commission regarding changes to the Zoning Ordinance.

• Extreme Electric, Inc: 5,000 sq.ft. commercial office and storage building at 1004 Louisville Hwy 31W
• 7B//Brew Drive Thru Coffee: replacement 745 sq.ft. drive through restaurant at 305 Long Hollow Pike
• 622 Rivergate Parkway: rezoning 4.73 acres for residential units and a 16,000 sq.ft. commercial center
• Zoning Ordinance amendment: defining residential uses in the Regional Center Planned Unit base zoning district
• Zoning Ordinance amendment: increasing ground sign size and height on Main Street

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review the annual budget for fiscal year 2024-2025 and several zoning ordinances. Discussion includes residential restrictions for chickens, flood risk regulations, and building light color guidelines.

• Ordinance 24-1087: Annual budget for July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025
• Ordinance 24-1082: Restrictions for hobby chickens/domestic hens in residential districts
• Ordinance 24-1088: Zoning amendments regarding flood risk and National Flood Insurance Program eligibility
• Ordinance 24-1090: Rezoning properties on Rivergate Parkway to RC1 district
• Resolution 24-1211: Fire mutual aid agreement with the City of Millersville

Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals

The Board will consider several requests regarding building setbacks and conditional land use. These items include proposed additions at Wade Circle and East Cynthia Trail, as well as a religious facilities request for East Avenue.

• Front building setback for addition at 600 Wade Circle
• Front building setback for addition at 916 E. Cynthia Trail
• Religious facilities conditional use for 122 East Avenue

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several land use requests, including residential developments on Long Hollow Pike and Moncrief Avenue. The agenda also includes proposals to convert hotel rooms into residential units and updates to the city's zoning ordinance.

• Rezoning 3.9 acres at 775 Long Hollow Pike for 16 attached and one detached residential unit
• Preliminary master plan for 101 residential lots on 58.66 acres near Moncrief Avenue, McCoin Drive, and Barber Drive
• Rezoning 4.73 acres at 622 Rivergate Parkway to convert 151 hotel rooms into residential units and a 16,000 sq. ft. commercial center
• Master plan for 37,600 sq. ft. of commercial buildings and a 22,050 sq. ft. self-storage facility on Springfield Highway
• Proposed zoning ordinance amendments regarding residential scale PUDs, auto repair uses, and flood zone ordinances

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The board will review updates on aquatics and various park projects. Members will also discuss the 2024-2025 capital requests.

• Volleyball Project
• LPRF- Rachel's Garden
• Disc Golf Course (Volunteer Day June 1)
• Aquatics Update
• 2024-2025 Capital Requests

Tree Board

The Beautification and Tree Advisory Board will review various projects including the Arboretum and homeowner education. The meeting includes a report from the Horticulturist and discussions on upcoming arboretum activities.

• Revive & Root Review
• Educational Opportunities for Homeowners
• Arboretum Trail Markers
• Beautification Update
• Arboretum Health Check scheduled for May 23 at 8:00am

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider the first reading of the annual budget for fiscal year 2024-2025 and zoning updates regarding flood prevention. The agenda also includes second readings and public hearings on ordinances regarding hotel room requirements, fire protection, and restaurant beer classifications.

• First reading of the annual budget for fiscal year July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025
• Increasing minimum hotel room requirements from 90 to 120 rooms
• Zoning ordinance regarding restrictions for hobby chickens and domestic hens
• Amendments to municipal code regarding fire protection and rapid entry
• Requesting pricing from the U.S. Census Bureau for a potential special census

Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals

The Board will consider a public hearing regarding a variance requested by Josh and Melody Barnes. The request concerns the location of an accessory building on a 1.03-acre property zoned R-40.

• Public hearing for accessory building variance at 1060 Madison Creek Road

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several ordinances regarding zoning, fire protection, and the city budget. Proposed items include increasing minimum hotel room counts and establishing restrictions for hobby chickens. The board will also discuss water meter agreements and a grant for rescue equipment.

• Ordinance 24-1083: Increasing minimum hotel room requirement from 90 to 120 rooms
• Ordinance 24-1081: Removing INT Interchange Overlay at Moss Trail and Rivergate Parkway
• Ordinance 24-1082: New restrictions for hobby chickens in residential zones
• Resolution 24-1206: Grant for Rescue Squad extrication equipment
• Ordinance 24-1080: Amending the 2023-2024 fiscal year budget

Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals

The Board will consider a conditional use request for an entertainment and amusement services use at 458 Moss Trail. Additionally, the Board will review a request to amend a front building setback variance for the property at 320 Cartwright Street.

• Conditional use approval for event center at 458 Moss Trail
• Setback variance amendment from 20 feet to 15 feet at 320 Cartwright Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several zoning map amendments and ordinance changes. Items include residential density adjustments, business use designations, and updates to hotel room requirements and livestock permissions.

• Rezoning 775 Long Hollow Pike from R40 to HDRPUD for 25 residential units
• Rezoning 1.2 acres at Page Drive and Caldwell Lane from R-25 to R-15
• Business use designation for engineering/environmental firm on Business Park Circle
• Ordinance amendment to increase minimum hotel room count to 120 rooms
• Ordinance amendment to permit chickens and coops in additional residential districts

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting includes discussions on gym floor resurfacing, playground projects, and baseball/softball fields at Moss-Wright Park. The board will also review Pleasant Green Pool fees and 2023 revenues.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Gym Floor Resurfacing
• LPRF - Rachel's Garden Playground
• Baseball/Softball Fields at Moss-Wright Park
• Pleasant Green Pool Fees

General

The Board of Commissioners will meet to consider several new ordinances and resolutions. Items include a budget amendment, zoning changes near Moss Trail and Rivergate Parkway, and the termination of mutual aid and tax collection agreements.

• Ordinance 24-1080: Amendment to the fiscal year 2023-2024 budget
• Ordinance 24-1081: Removal of INT Interchange Overlay at Moss Trail and Rivergate Parkway
• Resolution 24-1196: Notice to Sumner County regarding County Adequate Facility Tax funds
• Resolution 24-1199: Termination of Fire Department Mutual Aid Agreement with Millersville
• Resolution 24-1200: Joint grant application for EMS Training and Backfill Staffing

Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request to split a 3.05-acre property at 120 Connor Drive into two residential lots. Property owners Ryan Munding and Jill Gardner propose building an additional single-family home and using an easement for street access. The board will also approve meeting minutes from November 2022 and elect its chair and vice chair. This zoning decision could change lot sizes and housing density in the area.

• Public hearing on a variance request to subdivide property at 120 Connor Drive (Parcel #02512001000, zoned R25)
• Proposal to construct an additional single-family detached dwelling with easement access
• Approval of November 1, 2022 meeting minutes
• Election of the Board chairman and vice chairman

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several site plan requests for commercial and residential developments. The agenda also includes a rezoning request for residential units on Long Hollow Pike and a proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance regarding fuel and service stations.

• Site plan approval for 4,500 sq. ft. building at 363 Caldwell Drive
• Site plan approval for 664 sq. ft. drive thru at 801 Rivergate Parkway
• Revised site plan for medical office building at 413-419 S. Main Street and 107 Harris Street
• Conceptual site plan for six attached residential units at 213 S. Main Street
• Site plan approval extension for 2,318 sq. ft. office building at 400 Two Mile Parkway

General

The Tree Advisory Board will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The board will also review status updates regarding the Arboretum, including health checks, tree planting, and trail markers.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair
• Arboretum Health Check update
• Future Tree Planting in Arboretum discussion
• Tree Priority Final Update

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board will meet to discuss the Redevelopment Grant Program and the Tenant Incentive Program. The meeting also includes a review of the July 11, 2023 minutes.

• Discussion of the Redevelopment Grant Program
• Discussion of the Tenant Incentive Program

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider an ordinance for the election of three City Commission seats expiring in November. The meeting also includes ratifying appointments to the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals. Additionally, the board will consider participating in a driver safety matching grant program.

• Ordinance 24-1079: Election of three City Commission seats
• Resolution 24-1193: Appointments to Planning Commission and Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals
• Resolution 24-1194: Participation in the James L. Richardson "Driver Safety" Matching Grant Program

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a regular session at Goodlettsville City Hall. The provided agenda contains only notice of the meeting time and location.

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider amendments to the Standard Building Code and the Zoning Ordinance regarding temporary uses. Additionally, the Board will discuss an ordinance for upcoming City Commission seat elections and several policy resolutions.

• Ordinance 23-1076: Amendment to the Standard Building Code
• Ordinance 23-1077: Amendment to reduce temporary use timelines in the Zoning Ordinance
• Ordinance 24-1079: Election of three City Commission seats
• Resolution 24-1188: Amendment to the Traffic Calming Policy
• Resolution 24-1189: Amendment to the Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual

Beer Board

The Board will vote on a new Chairperson and review the August 9, 2023 minutes. Members will discuss potential violations at Pancho Villa Grill, LLC and consider a beer permit request for BJ’s Wholesale Club, INC.

• Election of a new Chairperson
• Discussion of probable violations at Pancho Villa Grill, LLC (233 Long Hollow Pike)
• Permit request for off-premise beer sales at BJ’s Wholesale Club, INC. (800 Rivergate Pkwy.)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request to amend the zoning ordinance to permit chickens and coops in additional residential districts. The agenda also includes an election for Chairman and Vice Chairman and a discussion on public development improvement requirements.

• Request to allow chickens and coops in more residential zones
• Performance bond reduction/extension request for Copper Creek Subdivision Phase 1 Section 2B
• Election of Annual Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Approval of the 2023 Planning Commission Annual Report
• Discussion on public development improvements for utilities, storm water, and roadways