Goodlettsville public meetings in 2025

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several zoning amendments, including a moratorium extension on high-density development. The body is also considering the annexation of 45.02 acres and a right-of-way on Long Hollow Pike. Additionally, the board will review several service contracts and board appointments.

• Annexation of 45.02 acres and 1,770 feet of right-of-way on Long Hollow Pike
• Rezoning of Long Hollow Pike properties from Rural Residential to Low Density Residential Planned Unit Development
• Extension of a moratorium on developments with more than three dwelling units per acre by 90 days
• Agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for engineering at Moss-Wright Park
• Agreement with American Facility Services for cleaning at city facilities

• Amend Ordinance 20-974 to change preliminary master plan minimum one and two story building height ratio requirement (Pi — denied
• Extend temporary one year moratorium on subdivision, site planning, development, and construction with more than three d — approved
• Amend Zoning Ordinance to permit additional commercial use in the INT, Interchange Overlay for the I-65 Exit 98 Louisvil — approved
• Abandon portion of right-of-way known as Mission Ridge Drive — approved
  Mission Ridge Drive
• Amend Municipal Code Title 9, Chapter 5, Section 4 by adding a new Subsection 1(b)(v) — approved
• Annex two properties including property on Long Hollow Pike
  Long Hollow Pike · 45.02 ac

Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals will hold public hearings regarding a conditional use request and a setback variance. The board will also review the 2026 meeting calendar.

• Conditional use approval for a 1,134 square foot six-unit mini-warehouse at 500 S. Main Street
• Side building setback variance request for a structure at 404 Bass Street
• Approval of the 2026 meeting calendar

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the adoption of an updated Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The body will also review several subdivision plats and requests for land use alterations, including projects at Rivergate Mall.

• Public hearing for adoption of the updated Comprehensive Land Use Plan
• Rivergate Mall Redevelopment: Request to combine eight parcels totaling 56.45 acres into two lots
• Rivergate Master Plan: Request to alter commercial and residential uses on a 11.75-acre portion
• Dollar General Corporation: Request to close a section of the Mission Ridge Drive public road right of way
• Ralph Estate Property: Request for a two-lot minor final subdivision plat at 1364 Madison Creek Road

The Goodlettsville Planning Commission unanimously approved the five consent agenda items (Items 4‑8), which included subdivision plat approvals, a bond extension, and a park traffic‑flow plan. The commission also unanimously adopted the updated Comprehensive Land Use Plan after a public hearing with no comments. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda items 4‑8 (Ralph Estate subdivision plat, Debar Land bond extension, Rivergate Mall subdivision plat, Moss‑Wright Park traffic flow plan) – unanimous
• Approved Comprehensive Land Use Plan as presented – unanimous

• Ralph Estate Property — approved
  1364 Madison Creek Road · 26.9 ac
• Copper Creek Subdivision Phase 1 Section 2 Performance Bond Extension — approved
  $246,242
• Rivergate Mall Redevelopment/CESO INC — approved
  56.45 ac

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review several unfinished projects, including Rachel's Garden, traffic and pedestrian improvements at Moss-Wright Park, a parking lot addition at Moss-Wright Park, and court lighting at Peay Park. The board will also discuss new business items such as a citywide re‑brand and changes to the VIP Awards Dinner. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the meeting is set to consider these items.

• LPRF 2020: Rachel's Garden
• LPRF 2025: Moss-Wright Park Traffic Recirculation and Pedestrian Improvements
• Moss-Wright Park Parking Lot Addition
• Peay Park Court Lighting
• Citywide Re‑brand

Tree Board

The Tree Advisory Board will meet to approve previous minutes and review updates on a native wildflower meadow, a 2025 LPRF grant, and beautification projects. The meeting is scheduled for November 19, 2025, at City Hall.

• Approval of August 20, 2025 minutes
• Native Wildflower Meadow discussion
• 2025 LPRF Grant Update
• Adopt-a-Street and Adopt-a-Landscape Program
• Beautification Update

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on annexing 45.02 acres on Long Hollow Pike and related road right-of-way, and consider first readings of ordinances to extend a moratorium on developments with more than three dwelling units per acre by 90 days and rezone the annexed land to Low Density Residential Planned Unit Development. They will also take second readings on ordinances increasing minimum brick/stone exterior materials to 75% and amending residential zoning districts and Planned Unit Development requirements.

• Public hearings on annexation of 45.02 acres on Long Hollow Pike (Resolutions 25-1294/1295) and 1,770 feet of Long Hollow Pike/SR 174 right-of-way (Resolution 25-1296)
• First reading to extend moratorium on developments >3 dwelling units per acre by 90 days (Ordinance 25-1128)
• Second reading to increase minimum brick/stone exterior requirement to 75% (Ordinance 25-1124)
• First reading to rezone Long Hollow Pike properties from Sumner County RR to LDRPUD with preliminary master plan approval (Ordinance 25-1127)
• Resolution requesting TDOT evaluate and install sound walls along Interstate 65 (Resolution 25-1298)

The Board approved the minutes of the October 9, 2025 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. They approved several ordinances, including design‑guideline changes (Ordinance 25‑1124), zoning amendments (Ordinance 25‑1125), a moratorium extension (Ordinance 25‑1128), a new commercial use at I‑65 Exit 98 (Ordinance 25‑1129), and food‑truck time limits (Ordinance 25‑1131), each by 5‑0. The Board deferred Ordinance 25‑1126 (development height ratio) and Ordinance 25‑1130 (Mission Ridge Drive right‑of‑way) by 5‑0 votes. Finally, the Board approved Resolution 25‑1294 annexing two properties totaling 45.02 acres on Long Hollow Pike by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved October 9, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-1124 design‑guideline brick/stone 75% requirement (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-1125 zoning amendment (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-1128 moratorium extension for subdivisions (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-1129 commercial use addition at I-65 Exit 98 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-1131 food‑truck time‑limit amendment (5-0)
• Deferred Ordinance 25-1126 development height ratio amendment (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-1294 annexing 45.02 acres on Long Hollow Pike (5-0)

• Amend Design Guidelines to increase minimum brick/stone exterior requirements to 75% — approved
• Amend Zoning Ordinance regarding residential permitted uses, PUD square footage, materials, and mixed-use requirements — approved
• Amend preliminary master plan minimum one and two story building height ratio requirement — deferred
• Extend moratorium on subdivision/development with more than 3 dwelling units per acre — approved
• Permit additional commercial use (car wash) in INT Interchange Overlay for I-65 Exit 98 — null
  I-65 Exit 98 Louisville Hwy 31W Overlay Section

Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals will review a conditional use request from Thomas L. Anderson Architect INC for a 1,134‑square‑foot, six‑unit mini‑warehouse/self‑storage building on a 1.02‑acre parcel at 500 S. Main Street. The property is zoned Commercial Services Limited/CCO. The agenda includes staff and applicant presentations, a public hearing for comments, and board discussion and motion.

• Conditional use request for 1,134‑sq‑ft mini‑warehouse/self‑storage at 500 S. Main St., parcel #02508007900, zoned CSL/CCO

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting. It then voted to defer the conditional use request for a 1,134‑sq‑ft mini‑warehouse at 500 S. Main Street for one month, allowing the applicant to submit revised plans. The motion to adjourn was also passed unanimously.

• Approved October 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Deferred Thomas L. Anderson Architect Inc. conditional use request for 1 month (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

• Thomas L. Anderson Architect INC - Mini-warehouse/self-storage building — deferred
  500 S. Main Street · 1.02 ac

General

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider a residential architectural plan for 103 lots and a property line alteration. The body will also review proposed zoning changes regarding car washes in the Interchange Overlay District and home occupation rules.

• Architectural plan approval for 103 residential lots on 58.66 acres at Moncrief Avenue, McCoin Drive, and Barber Drive
• Property line alteration request for 2.18 acres at 301 Moss Trail
• Proposed zoning amendment to allow car washes in the I-65 Exit 98 Louisville Highway overlay area
• Proposed zoning amendment to define on-site client/patron service for home occupations
• Conceptual proposal for horse stables/events at Long Hollow Pike/Willis Branch Road

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings and second readings on three ordinances, including amendments to the zoning ordinance for additional commercial uses in the INT overlay, updates to public notice and vested rights, and changes to exterior coating requirements. New business includes first readings of ordinances to increase brick/stone requirements to 75% and amend residential zoning districts, along with resolutions to establish a board application process, name Coombs Park, dispose of surplus property, authorize a development agreement, contract for branding services, and donate right-of-way to Hendersonville.

• Ordinance 25-1119 second reading and public hearing to permit additional commercial uses in the INT, Interchange Overlay
• Ordinance 25-1123 second reading to replace subsection on exterior coatings of buildings and residences
• Ordinance 25-1124 first reading to increase minimum brick/stone exterior building materials requirement to 75%
• Resolution 25-1289 to name and dedicate approximately 1.5 acres as 'Coombs Park'
• Resolution 25-1290 declaring property surplus and calling for disposal by online auction or demolition

The Board approved the September 4, 2025 meeting minutes. It adopted multiple zoning ordinance amendments—including additional commercial uses, public‑notice requirements, exterior‑coating standards, and a 75% brick/stone exterior material rule—each by a 4‑0 vote. The Board also approved a series of resolutions establishing a board‑membership application process, dedicating Coombs Park, and donating right‑of‑way to Hendersonville, all with unanimous 4‑0 votes.

• Approved September 4, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑1119 to permit additional commercial uses (4‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑1120 to incorporate state public‑notice and vested‑rights provisions (4‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑1123 amending exterior‑coating standards (4‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑1124 increasing brick/stone exterior requirement to 75% (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑1288 establishing a board‑membership application process (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑1289 dedicating ~1.5 acres as “Coombs Park” (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑1293 donating right‑of‑way to Hendersonville for road construction (4‑0)

Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request for an Agricultural Animal Raising Conditional Use to keep miniature donkeys on 10.1 acres at 1116 Madison Creek Road, zoned R40 Low Density Residential. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and the annual election of chair and vice chair.

• Public hearing on Kyle Bradley's request for a conditional use permit to raise miniature donkeys on 10.1 acres at 1116 Madison Creek Road
• Property is zoned R40 Low Density Residential (Sumner County Tax Parcel 140126.05)
• Annual election of Board Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Approval of November 12, 2024 meeting minutes

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the November 12, 2024 meeting. Commissioners elected Stuart Huffman as Chairman and Larry Jones as Vice‑Chair. The board also unanimously approved a conditional use allowing up to five miniature donkeys (one may be a surrogate goat) on the 10.1‑acre property at 1116 Madison Creek Road, with a 50‑foot fence on three sides of the barn.

• Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Stuart Huffman as Chairman (vote approved)
• Elected Larry Jones as Vice‑Chair (vote approved)
• Approved conditional use for up to five miniature donkeys (including one surrogate goat) and 50‑foot fence on three sides of the barn (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several development proposals. Key items include recommending the annexation and rezoning of 45 acres at 4408 Long Hollow Pike for 69 single-family homes, revising the Dry Creek Cottages master plan to add 1.49 acres and increase units, and amending the Pine Ridge/Hidden Valley townhouse ratio requirement for 117 units. Commissioners will also vote on a performance bond extension for Dry Creek Commons Phase Two.

• Dry Creek Commons Phase Two: performance bond extension request
• Pine Ridge/Hidden Valley: amend one- and two-story townhouse unit ratio for 117 units on South Dickerson Road
• Dry Creek Cottages: revise master plan, rezone 1.49 acres on Draper Drive to add two more detached homes
• Ironwood Residential: recommend annexation, rezoning, and plan of services for 69 homes on 45.02 acres at 4408 Long Hollow Pike
• Discussion: Long Hollow Pike horse stables concept and comprehensive plan survey results

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the September 8, 2025 minutes. It also unanimously approved a one‑year performance bond reduction to $125,000 for the Dry Creek Commons Phase Two project. A motion to allow all Pine Ridge/Hidden Valley Homes units to be either one‑ or two‑story was rejected by a 3‑to‑4 vote.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• September 8, 2025 minutes approved unanimously
• Approved $125,000 bond reduction for Dry Creek Commons Phase Two (unanimous)
• Rejected recommendation to permit all Pine Ridge units as either one‑ or two‑story (3‑for, 4‑against)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will consider several park improvement proposals, including a parking lot addition at Moss-Wright Park, replacement of court lighting at Peay Park, and a new shelter at Moss-Wright Park. The board also has unfinished business items such as Rachel's Garden, a disc golf course, and traffic circulation improvements at Moss-Wright Park. These items are under discussion and may lead to recommendations to the city council.

• Parking lot addition at Moss-Wright Park
• Peay Park court lighting replacement
• Shelter 2 at Moss-Wright Park
• LPRF 2025: Moss-Wright Park traffic recirculation and pedestrian improvements
• Disc golf course discussion

Beer Board

The Goodlettsville Beer Board will meet on September 10, 2025, to vote on a beer permit for S&A Market 2, LLC at 601 D South Main Street. The request is for off-premises sales at their packaged retail market. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• S&A Market 2, LLC — new beer permit for off-premises sales at 601 D South Main Street

The board approved the August 13, 2025 meeting minutes by a 5‑0 vote. It denied S&A Market 2, LLC’s request for an off‑premises beer permit after the owner could not clarify the percentage of beer sales, also by a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved August 13, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Denied S&A Market 2, LLC off‑premises beer permit (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Goodlettsville Planning Commission will vote on recommendations to the City Commission regarding a proposed amendment to the townhouse unit ratio for a 117-unit development on South Dickerson Road, and a series of zoning ordinance amendments stemming from the high-density rezoning moratorium. They will also consider increasing the masonry requirement for new buildings from 50% to 75%. A public forum on planned-related topics and a review of a fire hydrant requirement at 214 Hasty Drive are also on the agenda.

• Pine Ridge/Hidden Valley Homes requests to amend the one- and two-story townhouse unit ratio master plan requirement for 117 units on 20.32 acres at South Dickerson Road (Parcels 025-060, 062, 0218, 0219)
• Community Development Staff proposes amendments to Zoning Ordinance Sections 14-205, 14-206, 14-208, 14-210, and Appendix A, including increased design requirements and removal of duplexes from R-15 and LDRPUD districts
• Community Development Staff requests to amend Design Guidelines Section 3.5 to increase masonry brick/stone requirement from 50% to 75%
• Review of fire hydrant installation requirement at 214 Hasty Drive (Duncan Rowe)
• Public forum and discussion items on comprehensive plan update and zoning district overlays

The commission voted to defer the Pine Ridge/Hidden Valley Homes unit‑ratio request one month to the October 6 meeting. It also approved a six‑month extension for the fire‑hydrant installation timeline on 214 Hasty Drive. Finally, the commission recommended that the City Commission approve the proposed zoning ordinance amendments.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Deferred Pine Ridge/Hidden Valley Homes request one month to Oct 6 (unanimous)
• Extended fire‑hydrant installation timeline six months (passed)
• Recommended approval of zoning amendment package to City Commission (passed)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a second reading for an ordinance adopting city tax rates. The body will also consider resolutions regarding redevelopment grants, branding services, and a purchasing agreement.

• Ordinance 25-1121: Adopting tax rates for July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026
• Resolution 25-1285: Amending the Redevelopment Grant Program
• Resolution 25-1286: Authorizing competitive sealed proposals for branding and logo services
• Resolution 25-1287: Authorizing a National Purchasing Cooperative Interlocal Participation Agreement with Buy Board

The commissioners approved the city’s tax rates for fiscal year July 1 2025 through June 30 2026. They also adopted a revised redevelopment grant program, rejected a proposed change to its repayment timeframe, and approved resolutions for branding services and a purchasing cooperative agreement. All votes were recorded as shown in the minutes.

• Approved minutes of Aug 14, 2025 meeting (4‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑1121 tax rates (4‑0)
• Denied amendment to 60‑month grant timeframe (1‑3)
• Approved Resolution 25‑1285 redevelopment grant amendment (3‑1)
• Approved Resolution 25‑1286 branding services procurement (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑1287 purchasing cooperative agreement (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public forum for comments on the draft comprehensive plan proposal. Following the forum, the commission will discuss next steps for the plan. No specific actions are listed on the agenda beyond review and discussion.

• Review of draft comprehensive plan proposal
• Public forum for comments
• Discussion of next steps

Tree Board

The Tree Advisory Board will consider a grant application under the 2025 LPRF Grant program and discuss updates on the Adopt a Landscape Project 072 and other beautification efforts. The board will also review minutes from May 21, receive staff reports from the horticulturist and assistant director, and address unfinished business including Rachel's Garden Landscaping and the Native Wildflower Meadow.

• 2025 LPRF Grant discussion
• Adopt a Landscape - Project 072
• Native Wildflower Meadow (unfinished business)
• Rachel's Garden Landscaping (unfinished business)
• Beautification Update

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings on a $1 increase in municipal court costs and adoption of updated building codes. First readings include setting the property tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year, zoning changes to allow more commercial uses in the Interchange Overlay, and amendments to fireworks discharge rules and exterior building coatings. The board will also discuss the Traffic Calming Policy.

• Second reading & public hearing: Municipal court cost increase by $1 (Ordinance 25-1117)
• Second reading & public hearing: Adoption of 2018 International Code Series (Ordinance 25-1118)
• First reading: Property tax rate adoption for FY 2025-26 (Ordinance 25-1121)
• First reading: Zoning amendment to permit additional commercial uses in INT Overlay (Ordinance 25-1119)
• Emergency purchase order for fiber optic network repair on Long Hollow Pike and Conference Drive (Resolution 25-1277)

The Goodlettsville Board of Commissioners approved the July 10 meeting minutes and the consent agenda, each by a 5‑0 vote. They adopted several resolutions and ordinances, including tax rates for the 2025‑2026 fiscal year and zoning amendments permitting additional commercial uses. Ordinance 25‑1122, which would have changed fireworks regulations, failed because it lacked a second motion.

• Approved July 10, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-1121 adopting tax rates for FY 2025‑2026 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-1119 amending zoning to permit additional commercial uses (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-1120 amending zoning to incorporate state law notice and vested rights (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-1277 emergency purchase order for fiber‑optic traffic‑signal network (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-1280 agreement for Asset Management Plan (5-0)
• Ordinance 25-1122 failed due to lack of a second motion (not approved)

Beer Board

The Goodlettsville Beer Board will meet to consider two new applications for on-premises beer sales. The first is for a restaurant at 144 Long Hollow Pike, and the second is for a hotel at 831 Conference Drive. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear public comments.

• Approval of June 11th, 2025, meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• Round Hear, LLC - on-premises beer permit for restaurant at 144 Long Hollow Pike
• SHIV SAI Hospitality (TRU Hilton) - on-premises beer permit for hotel at 831 Conference Drive

The board voted 4‑0 to approve an on‑premise beer permit for Round Hear, LLC at 144 Long Hollow Pike. The meeting was then adjourned by a 4‑0 vote. City Manager Tim Ellis announced that Fox and the Hound and the Patron Event Center will close because their leases were not renewed.

• Approved on‑premise beer permit for Round Hear, LLC (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Goodlettsville Planning Commission will hold a public forum and vote on several agenda items, including a key final master plan approval phase for the RiverGate Mall redevelopment, a letter-of-credit extension for Dry Creek Cottages, and a request for alternative building materials for an accessory building. They will also consider a zoning ordinance amendment to define public hearing time frames and vested rights, and discuss future amendments to high-density zoning districts and a comprehensive land use plan update.

• RiverGate Infrastructure Plan: Final Master Plan Approval Phase One for 42.25 acres of the Rivergate Mall redevelopment (tax parcels 02614002400, etc.)
• Meridian Capital Group, LLC: Requests one-year extension of a letter of credit for Dry Creek Cottages
• Alternative building materials for a proposed accessory building at 1008 Caldwell Drive (Sumner County parcel 161004.02)
• Zoning Ordinance amendment to Sections 14-208 (4)(b) and 14-213 (10)(e) on public hearing time frames and vested rights
• Discussion of Residential Planned Unit Development and high-density zoning ordinance amendments (garage orientation, exterior materials, density)

The Goodlettsville Planning Commission approved a one‑year bond extension for Meridian Capital Group, increasing the bond to $235,000. It also approved the final master plan for demolition and infrastructure work on the RiverGate Mall site. The commission authorized alternative exterior materials for an accessory building at 1008 Caldwell Drive and recommended zoning ordinance amendments to the City Commission. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved one‑year bond extension for Meridian Capital Group, increasing amount to $235,000 (unanimous)
• Approved RiverGate Infrastructure Plan (final master plan for demolition, road, stormwater, utility) with staff stipulations (unanimous)
• Approved alternative accessory building materials for 1008 Caldwell Drive (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to City Commission to amend Zoning Ordinance sections 14-208(4)(b) and 14-213(10)(e) (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review the 2025-2026 budget, receive updates on the disc golf course and aquatics, and consider new items including Project 072, LPRF 2025, extended community center hours, and a relaunch of CityFix. The board will also vote on minutes from May 27, 2025, and hear staff reports on an updated organizational structure and introduction of Dave Anderson.

• Approval of May 27, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussion of the 2025-2026 budget
• Update on disc golf course development
• New business: Project 072 and LPRF 2025
• Extended Community Center Hours proposal

Board of Commissioners

The Goodlettsville Board of Commissioners will consider amending the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget and increasing Municipal Court costs by one dollar. The board will also discuss a resolution to authorize a safety grant and a resolution to donate equipment to a nonprofit.

• Consider Ordinance 25-1116: amend fiscal year 2024-2025 budget (SECOND READING)
• Consider Ordinance 25-1117: increase Municipal Court cost by $1 (FIRST READING)
• Consider Resolution 25-1275: authorize participation in PE Partners 'Safety Partners' Matching Grant Program
• Consider Resolution 25-1276: authorize donation of equipment to Walking With Swager (PUBLIC HEARING)
• Consider Ordinance 25-1118: amend 2018 International Code Series and Title 12, Chapter 1 (FIRST READING)

The Goodlettsville Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the minutes of the June 12 meeting. It then approved Ordinance 25-1116 to amend the FY 2024‑2025 budget, Ordinance 25-1117 to raise the municipal court fee by $1, and Ordinance 25-1118 to amend the building code. The board also approved Resolution 25-1275 for the PE Partners Safety Partners grant program and Resolution 25-1276 to donate equipment to the Walking With Swager nonprofit. All votes were 5‑0.

• Approved June 12 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-1116, FY 2024‑2025 budget amendment (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-1117, municipal court cost increase by $1 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-1118, amendment to building and property maintenance code (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-1275, participation in PE Partners Safety Partners grant (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-1276, donation of equipment to Walking With Swager nonprofit (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board will approve minutes from its April 8 and May 29 meetings. It will then consider the appointment of a new Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary. The meeting concludes with adjournment.

• Approval of April 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of May 29, 2025 meeting minutes
• Appointment of Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary

Planning Commission

The Goodlettsville Planning Commission will approve its agenda and minutes, hold a public forum, and review three substantive requests: site‑plan approval for additional parking at 800 S. Cartwright Street, a master‑plan revision and rezoning for the Dry Creek Cottages development, and an amendment to the zoning ordinance to add permitted commercial uses in the Interchange Overlay District. Discussion items include a conceptual redevelopment proposal for 601 Caldwell Drive and design guidelines for exterior materials.

• Site‑plan approval request for additional parking at 800 S. Cartwright Street (IG zone)
• Rezoning and master‑plan revision for Dry Creek Cottages to add 1.49 acre and increase units from 14 to 16 (HDRPUD zone)
• Amendment proposal to Zoning Ordinance Section 14‑206(7)(b) to define extra commercial uses in the Interchange Overlay District
• Conceptual redevelopment proposal for 601 Caldwell Drive
• Review of design guidelines for minimum brick and stone exterior material requirements

The commission approved the site‑plan request for additional parking at 800 S. Cartwright Street, adding staff stipulations. It also deferred the Dry Creek Cottages rezoning and master‑plan request to the October 6, 2025 meeting. Earlier agenda and minutes were formally approved.

• Approved Prevost Car US Inc Phase 2 site plan with staff stipulation (motion passed)
• Deferred Dry Creek Cottages rezoning and master‑plan request to Oct 6 2025 (motion passed)
• Approved meeting agenda (motion passed)
• Approved June 2, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Closed public forum (motion passed)

Board of Commissioners

The Goodlettsville Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the annual budget for fiscal year July 1, 2025‑June 30, 2026. It will also review amendments to stormwater fees, landscape‑maintenance standards, and the zoning ordinance to add sexual‑encounter clubs. New business includes a budget amendment for FY 2024‑2025, a resolution to dispose of surplus property, and a resolution acknowledging an extension of a contract with the Tennessee Department of Transportation.

• Ordinance 25-1112 – adoption of the FY 2025‑2026 city budget (second reading & public hearing)
• Ordinance 25-1113 – amendment of stormwater fees (second reading & public hearing)
• Ordinance 25-1115 – amendment to zoning ordinance to include sexual‑encounter clubs (second reading & public hearing)
• Resolution 25-1273 – declaration of surplus property and authorization for online auction
• Resolution 25-1274 – acknowledgment of contract extension with Tenn. Dept. of Transportation for project 130749 CMAQ Phase III

The Goodlettsville Board of Commissioners approved the annual budget for FY 2025-2026 and six ordinances covering stormwater fees, landscape standards, zoning, and a budget amendment. They also approved two resolutions to dispose of surplus property and extend a transportation contract. All items passed with a 5-0 vote.

• Approved Ordinance 25-1112 (annual budget) – 5-0
• Approved Ordinance 25-1113 (stormwater fee amendment) – 5-0
• Approved Ordinance 25-1114 (landscape maintenance standards) – 5-0
• Approved Ordinance 25-1115 (zoning amendment for adult-oriented establishments) – 5-0
• Approved Ordinance 25-1116 (2024-2025 budget amendment) – 5-0
• Approved Resolution 25-1273 (surplus property disposal) – 5-0
• Approved Resolution 25-1274 (contract extension with Tennessee DOT) – 5-0

Beer Board

The Goodlettsville Beer Board will meet to consider a beer permit for Caspers Bistro, LLC at 201 South Main Street for on-premises beer sales. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings and hear public comments.

• New business: beer permit application for Caspers Bistro, LLC at 201 South Main Street for on-premises beer sales at their restaurant

The board considered and approved the minutes from the January 8 and April 16 meetings (motion made and seconded). It approved an on‑premise beer sales permit for Caspers Bistro, voting 4‑0. The board then adjourned the meeting, also by a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved permit for on‑premise beer sales at Caspers Bistro (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

Planning Commission

The Goodlettsville Planning Commission will consider a site plan for a new 6,711-square-foot dentist office at 3106 Business Park Circle. Other items include a one-year extension and reduction of a performance bond for Dry Creek LLC's Cedar Side subdivision. The commission also will discuss application fee changes due to new state law and potential uses for two properties at 912 Conference Drive and 705 Rivergate Parkway.

• Site plan approval for 6,711 sq ft dentist office at 3106 Business Park Circle (parcel 143J F 009.02, GOPUD zone)
• Dry Creek LLC requests one-year extension and reduction of performance bond for Cedar Side at Dry Creek Section Two
• Discussion of Planning Commission application fees review due to new state law
• Discussion of permitted uses for 912 Conference Drive and 705 Rivergate Parkway under Interchange Overlay

The commission approved its meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 5 meeting. It approved a one‑year performance bond extension with a reduction to $190,000 for the Dry Creek LLC project. It also approved the site plan for a 6,711‑square‑foot dental office at 3106 Business Park Circle. The public forum was closed after no comments were received.

• Approved agenda (motion passed)
• Approved May 5 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Closed public forum (motion passed)
• Approved bond reduction and one‑year extension at $190,000 for Dry Creek LLC (motion passed)
• Approved site plan for Sky Pediatric Dentistry at 3106 Business Park Circle (motion passed)

Planning Commission

The Goodlettsville Planning Commission will meet to discuss a preliminary outline for a plan amendment. The meeting will also include a public forum on planning-related topics.

• Discussion item: Plan Amendment Preliminary Outline Review
• Public Forum on Planning Related Topics

Industrial Development Board

The Goodlettsville Industrial Development Board will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to approve the Economic Impact Plan and Project Agreement for the Rivergate Mall Economic Development Plan Area. The meeting also includes standard agenda items such as call to order, roll call, and comments from citizens and staff. No other business is listed.

• Resolution to approve Economic Impact Plan and Project Agreement for Rivergate Mall Economic Development Plan Area (public hearing)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to discuss Resolution 25-1272. This resolution concerns an Economic Impact Plan and Project Agreement for the Rivergate Mall Economic Development Plan Area.

• Public hearing on Resolution 25-1272 regarding the Rivergate Mall Economic Development Plan Area

The Board considered Resolution 25-1272, an Economic Impact Plan and Project Agreement for the Rivergate Mall Economic Development Plan Area. After a public hearing with no speakers for or against, the resolution was approved unanimously, 5-0. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Resolution 25-1272 Economic Impact Plan for Rivergate Mall (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to discuss the 2025-2026 budget and updated fees approved by Resolution 25-1270. The board will also review updates regarding aquatics and unfinished business concerning the disc golf course and Rachel's Garden.

• Updated fees approved by Resolution 25-1270
• 2025-2026 Budget
• LPRF- Rachel's Garden
• Disc Golf Course
• Aquatics Update

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on the 2025-2026 budget, amend zoning for Rivergate Parkway, and consider ordinances regarding fire protection and adult-oriented establishments.

• Ordinance 25-1112: First reading of the 2025-2026 annual budget
• Ordinance 25-1115: First reading to regulate sexual encounter clubs
• Ordinance 25-1108: Second reading to rezone 2.39 acres at 0 Hardaway Drive
• Ordinance 25-1111: Second reading to rezone Rivergate Parkway to RC1
• Resolution 25-1264: Contract with Tennessee Department of Transportation for right-of-way maintenance

The Goodlettsville Board of Commissioners approved the April 10 meeting minutes and moved several items to the consent agenda, which were all approved unanimously. The board adopted a series of ordinances, including the annual 2025‑2026 budget, fire‑protection amendments, zoning changes, and fee adjustments, each passing 5‑0. One zoning amendment (Ordinance 25‑1108) failed because it did not receive a second. All other listed actions were approved without dissent.

• Approved April 10, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved consent‑agenda items f., g., i., j., k., m. (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑1107 (fire protection amendment) (5-0)
• Ordinance 25‑1108 (Hardaway Drive zoning change) failed due to lack of a second
• Approved Ordinance 25‑1111 (Rivergate Parkway zoning change) (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑1112 (2025‑2026 city budget) (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑1113 (stormwater fee amendment) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑1263 (residential solid‑waste fee) (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Commission will vote on a final subdivision plat amendment to alter lot lines for three lots on Carol Ann Road, a request to relocate a house to a vacant lot, a site plan for a 384 sq ft sales office on Louisville Highway, and a three-year master plan extension for 28 townhouse units on Monticello Avenue. A public forum on planned topics is also scheduled.

• Re-subdivision of three lots at 615, 617, and 0 Carol Ann Road (4.19 acres, R-25 zoned)
• Relocation of existing dwelling to vacant 2.23-acre lot at 0 Carol Ann Road
• Site plan approval for a 384 sq ft sales office at 850 Louisville Hwy (CS/Interchange Overlay)
• 3-year final master plan extension for 28 townhouse units on 3.67 acres at 1537 Monticello Avenue (HDRPUD)
• Public forum on planned related topics

The Goodlettsville Planning Commission unanimously approved a final subdivision plat amendment for three lots on Carol Ann Road. It also approved the relocation of an existing house at 617 Carol Ann Road to a new lot within the same subdivision. Finally, the commission approved a site plan for a 384‑sq‑ft sales office at 850 Louisville Hwy with specific brick and landscaping requirements.

• Approved subdivision plat amendment for Clover Blend Estates Section One Lot 144A and Section Two Lots 57 and 58 (unanimous)
• Approved relocation of the house at 617 Carol Ann Road to lot 57B on the same property (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for a 384‑sq‑ft sales office at 850 Louisville Hwy with 50% brick exterior and landscaping (unanimous)

General

The Goodlettsville Planning Commission will meet to present and discuss scenarios for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment. The agenda also includes a public forum on planning-related topics.

• Presentation and discussion on Comprehensive Plan Amendment Scenarios
• Public Forum on Planning Related Topics

General

The board reviewed violations at Fox and the Hound and agreed to re-evaluate the establishment in four months. No vote tally was recorded for that agreement. The meeting was then adjourned by a 4‑0 vote.

• Re-evaluate Fox and the Hound venue in four months (agreed)
• Adjourn meeting (vote 4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings and vote on several ordinances, including a budget amendment for fiscal year 2024-2025, multiple zoning changes, and a fire protection ordinance. Resolutions up for discussion authorize a stormwater utility rate study, a paving contract with Rogers Group, and an Arbor Day proclamation.

• Ordinance 25-1105: Budget amendment for FY 2024-2025 (second reading)
• Ordinance 25-1106: Rezoning back portion of 528 Moncrief Avenue from R25 to Agricultural (public hearing)
• Ordinance 25-1108: Rezoning 0 Hardaway Drive from R25 to MDRPUD for six residential units (first reading)
• Ordinance 25-1111: Rezoning properties on Rivergate Parkway from CSL to RC1 (first reading)
• Resolution 25-1259: Authorize stormwater utility rate study

The Goodlettsville Board of Commissioners approved the February 13 minutes and a slate of ordinances and resolutions, including a budget amendment, several zoning changes, a fire‑protection amendment, and a stormwater utility rate study. The board denied Ordinance 25‑1109, which would have restricted hobby chickens, by a 1‑4 vote. All other measures were approved unanimously or with the recorded vote totals.

• Approved February 13 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-1105 budget amendment (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-1106 zoning change to Agricultural at 528 Moncrief Ave (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-1107 fire‑protection code amendment (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-1108 zoning change to MDRPUD at 0 Hardaway Dr (3-1)
• Denied Ordinance 25-1109 hobby chicken restrictions (1-4)
• Approved Ordinance 25-1110 municipal code deletion (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-1259 stormwater utility rate study (5-0)

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board will meet to appoint a Chairman and evaluate a specific grant application. The board will review and score a redevelopment request for a local business.

• Review and scoring of Redevelopment Grant Application for Chic Artique (Jonathan and Jenna Rummel) at 134 S. Main Street
• Appointment of the Chairman

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a site plan for a building addition and parking changes at 800 S. Cartwright Street. The body will also review a proposed amendment to the Adult Oriented Establishment definition and discuss zoning ordinance updates for high-density districts.

• Site plan approval for 10,079 sq. ft. building addition at 800 S. Cartwright Street
• Request for 6-month fire hydrant installation extension at 214 Hasty Drive
• Proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment to include private membership clubs under Adult Oriented Establishment definition
• Review of garage orientation, exterior materials, and density for Residential PUD and High-Density Zoning Districts
• Comprehensive Land Use Plan Review Project meeting scheduled for April 28, 2025

The commission unanimously approved a six‑month extension for the fire‑hydrant installation at 214 Hasty Drive, requiring completion by August 2025. It also approved the site‑plan addition and parking alterations for Prevost Car US Inc/Prosper Engineering at 800 S. Cartwright Street with staff stipulations. Finally, the commission unanimously recommended that the City Commission amend the zoning ordinance to include a private‑membership adult‑oriented establishment definition.

• Approved six‑month extension for fire‑hydrant installation at 214 Hasty Drive, deadline August 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved site‑plan for Prevost Car US Inc/Prosper Engineering at 800 S. Cartwright St. with staff stipulation (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to City Commission to amend zoning ordinance to add private‑membership adult‑oriented establishment definition (unanimous)
• Approved March 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Closed public forum (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will consider approving a grant application for trail improvements and traffic enhancements at Moss-Wright Park. They will also discuss unfinished business including Rachel's Garden, a disc golf course, and the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. New business items include a sponsorship menu and AED accessibility in parks.

• LPRF Grant Application for Moss-Wright Park Trail Improvements and Traffic Enhancements - Approval
• Sponsorship Menu (new business, details not specified)
• AED Accessibility in Parks (new business, policy discussion)
• LPRF- Rachel's Garden (unfinished business, ongoing project)
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan (unfinished business, discussion)

General

The Planning Commission will receive a presentation regarding the Comprehensive Land Use Plan Review. The meeting includes a public forum for residents to discuss the plan review.

• Comprehensive Land Use Plan Review Presentation
• Public Forum on Comprehensive Land Use Plan Review

Tree Board

The Tree Advisory Board will elect a chair and vice chair, approve previous meeting minutes, and hear reports from staff. Old business includes a review of arboretum health and an Arbor Day presentation. New business covers beautification updates and a discussion on Tree City designation.

• Election of chair and vice chair
• Approval of November 20, 2024 minutes
• Review of arboretum health from Feb. 7
• Arbor Day presentation by Vanessa Hale
• Tree City designation discussion

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public forum and then decide on recommending a rezoning of 29.40 acres at 1000 Rivergate Parkway from CSL to RC1, along with a preliminary master plan for 185,500 sq. ft. of commercial and 427 residential units. They will also consider a six-month extension for a fire hydrant installation at 214 Hasty Drive, and discuss proposed changes to zoning ordinances regarding garage orientation, exterior materials, and density. A kick-off meeting for the Comprehensive Land Use Plan Review is scheduled for March 24.

• Rezoning request for 29.40 acres at 1000 Rivergate Parkway from CSL to RC1 with preliminary master plan for mixed-use development including 427 residential units
• Six-month extension request for fire hydrant installation at 214 Hasty Drive by Duncan Rowe
• Discussion of zoning ordinance amendments for Residential Planned Unit Development and high-density districts
• Comprehensive Land Use Plan Review kick-off meeting scheduled for March 24, 2025

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing and second reading on an ordinance amending water reconnection fees for nonpayment of wastewater charges. It will also consider first readings of a budget amendment and a zoning map change at 528 Moncrief Avenue, plus several resolutions including surplus property disposal, a cybersecurity policy, a parks grant, adoption of a parks master plan, an emergency boiler replacement, and a Coca-Cola contract.

• Second reading and public hearing on Ordinance 25-1104 amending water reconnection fees for unpaid wastewater charges
• First reading of Ordinance 25-1106 to rezone the back portion of 528 Moncrief Avenue from R25 Low Density Residential to Agricultural
• Resolution 25-1254 to apply for a Local Parks and Recreation Fund Grant for traffic and pedestrian improvements at Moss-Wright Park
• Resolution 25-1256 ratifying emergency purchase order for boiler system replacement at City Hall
• Resolution 25-1257 for a contract with Coca-Cola Bottling for drink supply services at city facilities

Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals meeting scheduled for February 4, 2025, has been canceled after the sole conditional use application was withdrawn. No items will be discussed or decided.

Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider site plan approvals for a hotel and residential developments. The body will also review recommendations for rezoning a property to agricultural use and amendments to the Zoning Ordinance regarding agricultural sales and commercial uses.

• Site plan approval for a 100-room hotel at 320 Cartwright Street
• Rezoning request for 4.08 acres at 528 Moncrief Avenue from R25 to Agricultural
• Revised master plan for Allen Farms Subdivision to increase lots from 71 to 72
• Proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment to permit agricultural product sales
• Proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment for commercial uses in the Interchange Overlay District

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The board will elect a chair and vice chair, approve minutes from September 2024, and consider a parkland dedication resolution (24-1241). They will also receive staff reports and discuss updates on the parks master plan, disc golf course, soccer, baseball, and an amphitheater.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Parkland Dedication Resolution 24-1241
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update
• Disc Golf Course discussion
• Amphitheatre Discussion by board member Stuart Huffman

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold second readings and public hearings on several ordinances, including a zoning map amendment for a property on Graves Road, regulations for specialty smoke and vape shops, and fees for fire protection and EMS. A resolution to donate $5,000 to the Chamber of Commerce will also have a public hearing. New business includes a first reading of amended water reconnection fees and agreements with a utility district, TDOT, and a cleaning service. The FY2024 audit will also be presented.

• Ordinance 24-1098: Graves Road zoning from R7 to RLSPUD (second reading & public hearing)
• Ordinance 24-1100: new regulations for specialty smoke and vape shops (second reading)
• Ordinance 24-1103: fees for fire protection and EMS services (second reading)
• Resolution 24-1244: $5,000 donation to Goodlettsville Area Chamber of Commerce (public hearing)
• Ordinance 25-1104: amended fees for water reconnection due to unpaid wastewater charges (first reading)

Beer Board

The Goodlettsville Beer Board will convene to vote on a new chairperson for 2025 and consider a permit request for an off-premise beer sale at a retail package store.

• Vote for new Chairperson
• Approval of June 12, 2024 minutes
• Consider permit for HG HILLS at 600 South Main Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider multiple requests for residential rezonings, master plan revisions, and annexations. The body will also review a site plan for a new hotel and handle annual officer elections.

• Site plan approval for a 100-room, 61,786 square foot hotel at 320 Cartwright Street
• Proposed annexation and rezoning of 45.02 acres at 4408 Long Hollow Pike for 91 detached dwelling units
• Request to increase Allen Farms Subdivision lots from 71 to 125
• Proposed rezoning of 15.05 acres at 0 Conference Drive for 224 apartments and 18,300 square feet of retail
• Rezoning request for 608 Alta Loma Road from R25 to R15