Lebanon public meetings in 2023

City Council

The Lebanon City Council will hold a public hearing and regular meeting on December 19, 2023. Key items include adopting a proposed Urban Growth Boundary, second readings on rezonings at 130 Trousdale Ferry Pike and 30, 50 & 60 Franklin Road, and first readings on budget amendments for utility and infrastructure projects.

• Public hearing and second reading of Resolution 23-2672 to adopt a proposed Urban Growth Boundary
• Second reading of Ordinance 23-6899 to change land use at 130 Trousdale Ferry Pike from RXH to CI (Planning Commission recommended denial 7-1)
• Second reading of Ordinance 23-6900 to rezone 130 Trousdale Ferry Pike from R2 to CG (Planning Commission recommended denial 7-1)
• Second reading of Ordinance 23-6901 to change land use at 30, 50 & 60 Franklin Road from RXH to FLH16 (Planning Commission recommended approval 10-0)
• First reading of Ordinance 23-6921 to approve an Economic Development Incentive for Project Central Perk

Board of Zoning & Appeals

The Lebanon Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a regular meeting on December 18, 2023, to consider three variance and permit requests, including a conditional use permit for heavy industry, a sign variance, and a setback variance. The board will also approve the 2024 meeting schedule. Public comments will be taken.

• Case 23-31: Conditional use permit for heavy industry at unaddressed property on Maddox-Simpson Parkway (Tax Map 81 Parcel 76), zoned IH, Ward 3.
• Case 23-32: Sign variance for pole sign at 509 S Cumberland Street (Tax Map 68M Group B Parcel 9), zoned CG, Ward 2.
• Case 23-33: Setback variance at 104 N Maple Street (Tax Map 68D Group K Parcel 19), zoned CS, Ward 3.
• Approval of 2024 Board of Zoning Appeals Schedule.

Planning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing on amending the Future Land Use Plan for 34.6 acres on Franklin Road. The meeting also includes several site plan approvals for residential and non-residential developments, as well as proposed zoning code amendments.

• Public hearing on amending Future Land Use Plan from CI to CMO for 34.6 acres at 2150-2330 Franklin Road
• Site plan approval for Preserve at Belle Point – Phase 2, a 125-unit development on Cairo Bend Road
• Site plan approval for a 60-unit residential development at 29 Lake Street
• Rezoning request for 100.31 acres at 2770 Tuckers Gap Road from CS to CO
• Zoning amendment to change car wash regulations in CG, CO, and IP districts

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board will discuss a positive recommendation for an incentive for Central Perk and hear an introduction to Project Soaring Eagle. The board will also discuss a new meeting schedule and other new business.

• Discussion of positive recommendation for Central Perk incentive
• Introduction to Project Soaring Eagle
• Discussion of new meeting schedule

Historic Preservation Commission

The Lebanon Historic Preservation Commission will meet to consider a new mural request for South Cumberland Street and an amendment to existing work authorizations. The meeting also includes the adoption of the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Mural Certificate of Appropriateness request at 110 South Cumberland Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness amendment for 109 & 111 South Cumberland Street
• Adoption of the 2024 meeting calendar
• Discussion regarding Historic Guidelines Update

Airport Commission

The Lebanon Airport Commission is meeting to discuss multiple infrastructure projects including runway lighting upgrades, taxiway lighting replacement, and east apron pavement rehabilitation. They will also consider a T-hangar lessee request to freeze monthly rental rates through 2025 and review planning commission and zoning items.

• REILs/PAPI Lights/Runway Lighting System Phase I
• Replace Taxiway Lighting and Runway 1/19 PAPIs
• East Apron Pavement Rehab
• T-Hangar Lessee Request to Freeze Monthly Rental Rates Through 2025
• 816 Castle Heights Ave. – Property Purchase

City Council

The Lebanon City Council will hold first readings on several ordinances, including a controversial rezoning of 130 Trousdale Ferry Pike from residential to commercial use, which the Planning Commission recommended denying. Other items include abandoning city interest in a street and alley, amending subdivision design standards, and approving contracts for utility and public works projects.

• Ordinance 23-6899: Change 130 Trousdale Ferry Pike from Mixed Housing to Interchange Commercial (Planning Commission recommended denial 7-1)
• Ordinance 23-6900: Rezone same property from High Density Residential to Commercial General (Planning Commission recommended denial 7-1)
• Ordinance 23-6901: Change 30, 50 & 60 Franklin Road from Mixed Housing to Residential 16 Units/acre (Planning Commission recommended approval 10-0)
• Ordinance 23-6902: Rezone 30, 50 & 60 Franklin Road to Golden Bear Flats Specific Plan (Planning Commission recommended approval 10-0)
• Ordinance 23-6911: Approve change order for WWTP SCADA upgrade project and related budget amendment

City Council

The Lebanon City Council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda of second-reading ordinances, including budget amendments for several departments, a sewer interceptor agreement assignment, and termination of a water main contract. They will also consider old business items such as rezoning a property on Maddox-Simpson Parkway to heavy industrial, adding drive-thru pharmacies to downtown mixed-use zoning, and abandoning a street extension. New business includes a first reading for a police budget amendment, extending an energy agreement, proclaiming Small Business Saturday, and adopting an urban growth boundary. The agenda also includes a public hearing from the previous meeting with resident comments on a rezoning request.

• Ordinance 23-6893: creates Board of Adjustments and Appeals
• Ordinance 23-6896: approves change order for WWTP Septage Receiving Station project
• Ordinance 23-6907: terminates Highway 231 Water Main Replacement contract with Norris Bros. Excavating
• Ordinance 23-6887: rezones Maddox-Simpson Parkway property to IH Heavy Industrial
• Resolution 23-2672: adopts proposed Urban Growth Boundary

Planning Commission

The Regional Planning Commission is reviewing several site plans, plat approvals, and rezoning requests. Items include residential subdivisions, warehouse developments on Cedar Creek Lane, and non-residential projects on W Main Street and Leeville Pike.

• Mister Car Wash site plan at 1555 W Main Street
• Billington (Knoll Creek) 13-unit residential development at 520 Crowell Lane
• Averitt Landing – Phase 3 13-lot subdivision at 722 Hancock Lane
• Blue Hickory 4-lot subdivision on S Hartmann Drive
• HY109 Warehouses 5-lot subdivision on Cedar Creek Lane

City Council

The Lebanon City Council will hold a public hearing and first readings on three rezoning requests, including a heavy industrial change recommended for approval and two residential changes recommended for denial. The council will also consider second readings on several ordinances, including a driveway width increase and zoning changes, plus numerous budget amendments and resolutions.

• Rezoning of 17.50 acres on Maddox-Simpson Parkway from IP to IH (Heavy Industrial), recommended approval 8-0
• Rezoning of 3.9 acres at 5425 E Division Street from RXH to CXU (Commercial Mixed Use), recommended denial 9-0
• Rezoning of 1.77 acres at 2979 Hickory Ridge Road from RR to RS20 (Low Density Single Family), recommended denial 8-0
• Zoning code amendment to add Pharmacy (Drive-Thru) as permitted use in DMU District, recommended approval 9-0
• Budget amendment for Public Works fire sprinkler repair and TDOT agreement for Cedar City Pedestrian improvements

Airport Commission

The Lebanon Airport Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss airport operations and capital projects. Key items include a tenant request to freeze T-hangar rental rates through 2025, updates on runway lighting and taxiway replacement projects, and consideration of a property purchase at 816 Castle Heights Ave. The commission will also receive reports on finances and the fixed-base operator.

• T-hangar lessee request to freeze monthly rental rates through 2025
• REILs/PAPI Lights/Runway Lighting System Phase I engineering report
• Replace Taxiway Lighting and Runway 1/19 PAPIs project update
• East Apron Pavement Rehab project update
• 816 Castle Heights Ave. property purchase discussion

Planning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing on amending the Future Land Use Plan for properties on Franklin Road. The meeting also includes reviews of multiple subdivision final plats, site plans for commercial uses like Starbucks and Mister Car Wash, and potential zoning code amendments.

• Public hearing on rezoning 1.25 acres at 30, 50 & 60 Franklin Road from RXH to FLH16
• Final plat approval for Vineyard Grove Phase 3B & 3C, a 71-lot subdivision at 1500 Hunters Point Pike
• Site plan approval for Starbucks Coffee Lebanon on W Main Street
• Site plan approval for Mister Car Wash at 1555 W Main Street
• Zoning code amendment regarding Conservation Subdivision Design Standards

City Council

The Lebanon City Council will hold second readings on multiple ordinances, including a public-private partnership for widening US 231 North, traffic signal agreements, and several zoning map amendments. The council will also consider first readings on animal control code changes, a budget amendment for fire sprinkler repair, and a new Board of Adjustments and Appeals chapter.

• Ordinance 23-6883: Public/Private Partnership with Northside Investors for US 231 North widening and improvements
• Ordinance 23-6876: Traffic signal agreement with Golden Bear 1500 for South Hartmann Drive at Franklin Road and I-40
• Ordinance 23-6881: Bid award for traffic signal installation at Highway 70 and Horn Springs Road (Project CL23007)
• Ordinance 23-6850: Rezoning 516 Hartsville Pike from R2 to CS (Planning Commission recommended denial 10-0)
• Ordinance 23-6873: First reading to amend animal confinement code, allow fosters, and add provisions for seized animals

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission reviewed multiple requests for changes to properties within the historic district. The commission voted on applications involving new signage, porch railings, fencing, and a detached garage.

• Approved new 20 sq ft signage and farmhouse lamps at 109 North Cumberland Street
• Approved a projecting arm sign at 130 ½ Public Square pending BZA variance approval
• Approved replacing metal railings with wood railings at 112 South Hatton Avenue
• Approved a detached 2-car garage with an accessory dwelling unit at 112 South Hatton Avenue
• Approved new signage and window flower boxes at 117 East Main Street

Airport Commission

The Lebanon Airport Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and decide on several airport infrastructure projects, including runway lighting upgrades, taxiway lighting replacement, and hangar construction. The agenda also includes a citizen communication about a Sattler Foundation special event planned for spring 2024, updates on the T-hangar waiting list, and financial reports.

• Sattler Foundation special event/fundraiser request for spring 2024
• REILs/PAPI lights/runway lighting system Phase I
• Replace taxiway lighting and runway 1/19 PAPIs
• East apron pavement rehab
• West side hangar site D (PNJ Venture Partners)

City Council

The Lebanon City Council will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to consider multiple rezoning and land use amendments, along with budget amendments, contracts, and other administrative items. One request at 516 Hartsville Pike was recommended for denial by the Planning Commission, while most others received approval recommendations. The agenda also includes several routine budget and contract approvals.

• Rezoning of 1.57 acres at 516 Hartsville Pike from R2 to CS (recommended denial)
• Rezoning of 5.81 acres on Hartmann Drive to Light Industrial (recommended approval)
• Rezoning of 2 acres at 100 & 102 Hartmann Commerce Drive to Commercial Service
• Rezoning of 0.43 acres at 706 East Main Street to White's Food Court Text SP
• Budget amendment for sludge equipment at Water Plant (Ordinance 23-6866)

Planning Commission

The Regional Planning Commission will consider multiple site plan approvals, subdivision plats, and rezoning requests. The agenda includes a public hearing regarding a land use amendment at 130 Trousdale Ferry Pike.

• Public hearing for land use amendment at 130 Trousdale Ferry Pike
• Site plan approval for LC Lebanon, a 574-unit mixed-use development at 1850 Franklin Road
• Final plat approval for Five Oaks Phase 5 Section 4, a 99-lot subdivision on Rosenhaven Court
• Rezoning request for 17.50 acres on Maddox-Simpson Parkway from IP to IH
• Zoning code amendment to add drive-thru pharmacies as a permitted use in the DMU district

City Council

The Lebanon City Council is holding its regular meeting on September 19, 2023. They will vote on a public/private partnership for Blue Devil Boulevard infrastructure, approve three retail package store certificates, and consider first readings of several ordinances including budget amendments, an employee bonus plan, fire code changes, a parks master plan, and a sewer easement. Resolutions for a gym roof replacement and police rifles will also be considered.

• Ordinance 23-6764 (2nd reading): Public/Private Partnership with Suncrest CT Venture Pursuitco, LLC for Blue Devil Boulevard infrastructure
• Certificates of Compliance for Circle K retail package stores at 667 S Hartmann Dr, 240 Hwy 109 N, and 3450 Hwy 109 N
• Ordinance 23-6866: Budget amendment for Water Plant sludge equipment for emergency basin repairs
• Ordinance 23-6869: Revise November 2023 employee bonus plan
• Resolution 23-2660: Award contract for purchase of rifles and magazines for Police Department

Airport Commission

The Lebanon Airport Commission will hear a request from EAA Chapter 863 to discuss fundraising for a chapter hangar, possibly on soccer fields. The commission will also review engineering reports on runway lighting, taxiway lighting, apron rehabilitation, and other infrastructure projects. Old business includes updates on the T-hangar waiting list and a property purchase at 816 Castle Heights Ave.

• EAA Chapter 863 request to discuss fundraising for a chapter hangar on soccer fields
• REILs/PAPI Lights/Runway Lighting System Phase I engineering report
• Replace Taxiway Lighting and Runway 1/19 PAPIs project
• East Apron Pavement Rehab and Row D Construction updates
• Property purchase at 816 Castle Heights Ave. under old business

The Commission approved the development of conceptual drawings for the airport's soccer fields area to explore mixed-use options, including a potential EAA Chapter 863 hangar. The board also approved plans for an Air Methods crew storm shelter subject to specific aesthetic and maintenance conditions.

• Approved motion to develop conceptual drawings for the soccer fields area
• Approved Air Methods crew storm shelter plans subject to color matching and landscaping requirements
• Approved 8/3/23 regular meeting minutes

City Council

The Lebanon City Council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda of budget amendments and contracts, plus several second-reading ordinances on zoning and land use. The consent agenda includes carryover funds for park, sports complex, wastewater, and traffic projects, as well as a sewer easement agreement. Old business includes rezoning requests for West View Acres and Cumberland University properties, all recommended for approval by the Planning Commission.

• Budget carryover of $119,970.84 for Ward 2 Park improvements on CL Manier Street
• Budget amendments totaling $10,200,235.02 for Sports Complex carryover
• Budget amendment of $78,620 for Wastewater Plant overtime and certifications
• Traffic signal contracts for South Hartmann Drive ramps and Franklin Road (Project CL23003)
• Rezoning of West View Acres from RD9 to RS20 and land use change to FLH2

City Council

The Lebanon City Council will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to consider multiple land use and zoning changes, including a large rezoning of the West View Acres subdivision and several Cumberland University property rezonings. The council will also vote on numerous budget amendments, equipment purchases, and infrastructure contracts. Most items were recommended for approval by the Planning Commission.

• Rezone 88.88 acres (117 properties) in West View Acres from RD9 to RS20 and amend future land use from FLH4 to FLH2 (Ordinances 23-6819, 23-6820)
• Rezone multiple Cumberland University properties to UC (University Campus) at 219 Pennsylvania Ave, 225/229 University Ave, 312 Martin Ave, 303 Martin Ave, 318/326/336 McClain Ave (Ordinances 23-6821 to 23-6830)
• Approve Public/Private Partnership with MI Homes for Coles Ferry Pike Widening (Ordinance 23-6840)
• Approve Public/Private Partnership with Suncrest CT Venture Pursuitco for Blue Devil Boulevard construction (Ordinance 23-6764)
• Adopt Urban Growth Boundary resolution (Resolution 23-2646)

Planning Commission

The Regional Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four amendments to the Future Land Use Plan. The meeting also includes decisions on various site plans, subdivision plats, and zoning code amendments.

• Public hearing for rezoning 1.57 acres at 516 Hartsville Pike from RXH to CS
• Public hearing for rezonng 5.81 acres on Hartmann Drive from RPO to IL
• Site plan review for LC Lebanon, a 590-unit mixed-use development at 1850 Franklin Road
• Site plan review for Hamilton Square, a 201-unit mixed-use development on Gaston Park Drive
• Proposed zoning code amendment regarding permitted residential siding materials

The Commission recommended approval for multiple residential and commercial developments, including a 590-unit mixed-use project and a hotel. Several final and preliminary plats were approved via a consent agenda. Four future land use plan amendments were held in public hearing, but no decisions were recorded for them.

• Approved consent agenda including Carver Creek Phase 3 (27 lots) and Hamilton Square (201 units) (10-0)
• Recommended approval of Country Inn & Suites by Radisson site plan with variances for block length, perimeter, height, and transparency (10-0)
• Recommended approval of On the Road Coach site plan (10-0)
• Recommended approval of LC Lebanon 590-unit mixed-use site plan with variances for connection points, block length, street frontages, and block perimeter, requiring 10% commercial and 75% masonry (6-4)
• Recommended approval of July 25, 2023 minutes

City Council

The Lebanon City Council will consider a consent agenda with several ordinances and a lengthy list of old and new business items. Key decisions include rezoning requests, road improvement agreements with TDOT, and numerous budget amendments for city departments. The meeting also includes a public hearing from the previous session.

• Ordinance 23-6796/97: Rezone 12.52 acres at 1642 Old Murfreesboro Rd from RXH to CI and CG to National Indoor RV 2 SP (Al Neyer)
• Ordinance 23-6801/02: Rezone 9.9 acres at 4400 Lebanon Rd from FLH8 to RPO and RS20 to RR (David Hoffman)
• Ordinance 23-6803/04: Rezone 0.78 acres at 1415-1417 Alhambra Dr from FLH2 to RXH and RS20 to RD9 (Cindy Baker)
• Ordinance 23-6840: Public/Private Partnership Agreement with MI Homes for Coles Ferry Pike Widening
• Ordinance 23-6814: TDOT agreement for 3R Resurfacing Phase 8 on Hartmann Drive

Historic Preservation Commission

The Lebanon Historic Preservation Commission will meet to consider several applications for work performed on historic properties. The agenda includes reviews of both old and new business regarding property alterations in the downtown and residential wards.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for 109 North Cumberland Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 130 ½ Public Square
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 112 South Hatton Avenue
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 117 East Main Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 619 West Spring Street

The Commission approved six requests for signage, fencing, and construction within historic districts. One sign approval was granted pending a variance from the Board of Zoning Appeals regarding installation height.

• Approved signage and three farmhouse lamps at 109 North Cumberland Street (5-0)
• Approved projecting arm sign at 130 % Public Square pending BZA variance (5-0)
• Approved replacement of metal railings with decorative wood at 112 South Hatton Avenue (5-0)
• Approved detached 2-car garage with accessory dwelling unit at 112 South Hatton Avenue (5-0)
• Approved signage, window flower boxes, and hanging plants at 117 East Main Street (5-0)
• Approved gray composite privacy fencing at 619 West Spring Street (5-0)

Airport Commission

The Lebanon Airport Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and receive updates on multiple capital projects including runway and taxiway lighting improvements, apron rehabilitation, and hangar development. The agenda also includes approval of July meeting minutes, communications from citizens (Everest Balloon, LLC), and reports from the Airport Managerial Oversight Committee and the Fixed Base Operator (FBO).

• REILs/PAPI Lights/Runway Lighting System Phase I
• Replace Taxiway Lighting and Runway 1/19 PAPIs
• East Apron Pavement Rehab
• Terminal Parking Lot Expansion
• Property Purchase – 816 Castle Heights Ave.

The Commission announced a full airport closure beginning August 14, 2023, for approximately two weeks to complete the East Apron Pavement Rehab and taxiway paving. The board also discussed infrastructure funding and pending commercial operation requests.

• Approved 7/6/23 regular meeting minutes
• Determined Everest Balloon, LLC request is dead until FAA clearance and AMSRR documents are produced
• Scheduled full airport closure for approximately two weeks starting 8/14/23 for pavement rehab

City Council

The Lebanon City Council will hold first readings on several ordinances to rezone properties, amend the Future Land Use Plan, and update zoning codes. All items received unanimous 6-0 recommendations from the Planning Commission on June 27, 2023. The council will also consider budget amendments, a TDOT resurfacing agreement, and gas department improvements.

• Rezone 0.78 acres at 1415 & 1417 Alhambra Drive from RS20 to RD9 (Ordinance 23-6804)
• Rezone 0.75 acres on E High Street from RD9 to CS (Ordinance 23-6805)
• Rezone 0.4 acres on Tennessee Boulevard from R2 to CS (Ordinance 23-6806)
• Amend Hamilton Springs SP on 228 acres at 3075 Lebanon Road (Ordinance 23-6807)
• Approve TDOT agreement for 3R Resurfacing Phase 8 on Hartmann Drive (Ordinance 23-6814)

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on several land use amendments, including changes for West View Acres and Cumberland University properties. The agenda also includes decisions on various residential and non-residential site plans and plat approvals.

• Land use amendment for 88.88 acres in West View Acres from FLH4 to FLH2
• Five land use amendments for Cumberland University properties totaling approximately 2.27 acres
• Site plan approval for Cedar Creek Lane, a 420-unit residential development on 47.45 acres
• Site plan approval for One Lebanon Place Phase 1, an 84-unit residential development
• Preliminary plat approval for Walnut Ridge, a 143-lot conservation subdivision

The Planning Commission recommended approval for several subdivision plats and site plans, including a 420-unit residential development and a 76-unit mixed-use project. Several approvals included variances for road frontage, garage attachments, and block perimeters. The commission also held public hearings on land use amendments for West View Acres and Cumberland University.

• Recommended approval of Walnut Ridge 143-lot preliminary plat (8-0)
• Recommended approval of Waverly Subdivision Phase 8 26-lot final plat (8-0)
• Recommended approval of Barton Village Sales Center site plan (8-0)
• Recommended approval of Farmington Woods Phase 10 37-lot final plat with road frontage variance (8-0)
• Recommended approval of One Lebanon Place Phase 1 84-unit site plan with attached garage variance (8-0)
• Recommended approval of The Courtyards at Hwy. 109 76-unit site plan without variance but with easement (8-0)
• Recommended approval of 7649 Eastgate Boulevard site plan with block length and perimeter variances (8-0)
• Recommended approval of Cedar Creek Lane 420-unit residential site plan (8-0)

City Council

The Lebanon City Council will hold second-reading votes on several ordinances, including a public-private partnership for Coles Ferry Pike widening, zoning changes for North Cumberland Street and Hickory Ridge Road, and updates to food truck regulations. New business includes bids for a Veterans Center roof replacement, a budget amendment for the center, and a SCADA system upgrade at the wastewater plant.

• Ordinance 23-6794: Public/private partnership with Mark Vastola for Coles Ferry Pike widening & improvements
• Ordinance 23-6782: Rezone 223, 301 & unaddressed North Cumberland Street from CS to DMU
• Ordinance 23-6783: Rezone 1664 Hickory Ridge Road from CG to BHSP
• Ordinance 23-6795: Amend food truck regulations in Title 9, Chapter 2
• Resolution 23-2637: Approve contract for replacement roof at Lebanon Veterans Center (112 Hartmann Drive)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review and decide on five new Certificate of Appropriateness requests for various properties in Ward 3 and Ward 5.

• Case 23-13: Austin Gros' request at 127 Greenlawn Drive
• Case 23-14: Michael Manous' request at 114 South Greenwood Street
• Case 23-15: Alberto Forero's request at 109 North Cumberland Street
• Case 23-16: Patrick and Diana Haines' request at 132 Castle Heights Avenue
• Case 23-17: Annie White's request at 130 ½ Public Square

The Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a pea-gravel driveway and fence modifications at 127 Greenlawn Drive. The Commission also decided that a sign at 121 Public Square must remain unilluminated.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for pea-gravel driveway and fence at 127 Greenlawn Drive (6-0)
• Decided sign at 121 Public Square must remain in place but not be illuminated (5-1)
• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes with one amendment

Airport Commission

The Lebanon Airport Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a presentation from Everest Balloon, LLC, updates on various engineering projects (REILs/PAPI lights, taxiway lighting, east apron rehab, terminal parking expansion, and hangar construction), and a new T-hangar waiting list with city council-approved requirements. The agenda also includes a lease update for Cracker Barrel, property purchase at 816 Castle Heights Ave., and FAA airspace updates.

• Everest Balloon, LLC – Communication/Presentation
• T-Hangar Waiting List – New additions, updated list, and City Council approved new requirements and application (6/20/23)
• Property Purchase – 816 Castle Heights Ave.
• Engineering Report includes REILs/PAPI Lights/Runway Lighting System Phase I, Replace Taxiway Lighting and Runway 1/19 PAPIs, East Apron Pavement Rehab, Terminal Parking Lot Expansion, Row D Construction, West Side Hangar Site D (PNJ Venture Partners), and Air Methods Crew Quarters/Storm Shelter
• Cracker Barrel Lease Updates (Pages 44-70 of agenda)

The Commission recommended that City Council approve updated lease agreements for Cracker Barrel's jet fuel facilities. The board also discussed a commercial balloon operator's failure to meet safety and regulatory requirements and reviewed new T-hangar waiting list procedures.

• Recommended Council approval of updated Cracker Barrel jet fuel facilities leases
• Approved 5/4/23 regular meeting minutes
• Approved 6/1/23 regular meeting minutes as amended
• Removed Everest Balloon, LLC from the agenda until requested

City Council

The Lebanon City Council is holding its second reading of multiple ordinances, including utility relocations for the Hartsville Pike Widening Project, street paving and striping contracts, and a new city building purchase. It will also consider zoning changes, a pickleball court construction, and several first-reading ordinances on zoning and code amendments.

• Ordinance 23-6776: Approve Supplement No. 1 to TDOT Contract No. 8886 for water main relocation on Hartsville Pike, with $1,020,873.42 budget amendment
• Ordinance 23-6777: Approve Supplement No. 1 to TDOT Contract No. 8904 for gas relocation on Hartsville Pike
• Ordinance 23-6780: Award contract for 2023 Street Paving Project
• Ordinance 23-6790: Authorize bids for pickleball courts at Jimmy Floyd Family Center
• Ordinance 23-6791: Purchase new city building at Wilson County/State Fair

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on amendments to the Future Land Use Plan and subdivision regulations. The agenda also includes decisions on multiple final plats for residential subdivisions and various rezoning applications.

• Public hearing on rezoning 0.90 acres at 2609 W Old Murfreesboro Road from CI to IL
• Public hearing on amending subdivision regulations to add open space standards
• Final plat approval for The Preserve at Belle Pointe, a 47-lot subdivision on Heatherly Way
• Site plan approval for Sweetbriar Place Townhomes, a 72-unit development on N Castle Heights Avenue
• Proposed amendment to the zoning code regarding sign permit fees

The Planning Commission recommended several land use amendments and rezonings to City Council, including projects on Old Murfreesboro Road and Lebanon Road. The board approved a site plan for Sweetbriar Place Townhomes with specific pedestrian requirements and approved updates to subdivision open space standards.

• Recommended approval of 5 final plats and one site plan for 940 S Maple Street (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Future Land Use Plan amendment and rezoning for National Indoor RV Centers Phase 2 (6-0)
• Approved site plan for Sweetbriar Place Townhomes with block variances and a 10ft pedestrian walkway (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Future Land Use Plan amendment and rezoning for 2609 W Old Murfreesboro Road (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Future Land Use Plan amendment and rezoning for 4400 Lebanon Road (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Future Land Use Plan amendment and rezoning for 1415 & 1417 Alhambra Drive (6-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning for E High Street and Tennessee Boulevard properties (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Hamilton Springs SP amendment, open space standards, and sign permit fee updates (6-0)

Industrial Development Board

The board reviewed economic data and a presentation by consultant Randall Gross regarding labor force growth and target industries. Members discussed the need to diversify the business base, update industrial and commercial zoning, and develop a strategic growth plan. No formal votes were taken.

City Council

The Lebanon City Council will consider a wide range of items, including several rezonings, road widening and paving contracts, budget amendments, and lease agreements. The agenda includes both second readings of previously introduced ordinances and first readings of new items, covering everything from property zoning changes to infrastructure projects and city equipment purchases.

• Rezoning of 108 Hartmann Commerce Drive from office/medical to interchange commercial (Ordinance 23-6745-47)
• Rezoning of properties on South Cumberland and South College Streets to downtown mixed-use (Ordinance 23-6748)
• Rezoning of 1141 Murfreesboro Road to Kept Well Storage Specific Plan (Ordinance 23-6749)
• Bids for Briskin Lane Road Widening Project and 2023 Street Paving/Striping Projects
• Revised lease agreements with Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc.

City Council

The Lebanon City Council is holding its regular meeting on June 6, 2023, with multiple public hearings and votes on ordinances and resolutions. Key items include rezoning requests, land use plan amendments, the annual budget and tax rate for FY 2023-2024, and various budget amendments and contracts. The agenda also includes several procedural items such as minutes approval and consent agenda items.

• Rezoning of 4.44 acres at 1141 Murfreesboro Road from CG to KWSSP (Ordinance 23-6749)
• Future land use plan amendments for properties on S Cumberland and S College Streets (Ordinance 23-6748)
• Adoption of annual budget and tax rate for FY 2023-2024 (Ordinance 23-6753)
• Bids for Briskin Lane Road Widening Project (Ordinance 23-6768)
• Paving of one-mile loop at Don Fox Park (Resolution 23-2627)

Airport Commission

The Lebanon Airport Commission is meeting to discuss multiple engineering projects including runway and taxiway lighting upgrades, apron rehabilitation, and terminal parking lot expansion. They will also review the T-hangar waiting list, a property purchase at 816 Castle Heights Ave., and reports from committees and the FBO.

• REILs/PAPI Lights/Runway Lighting System Phase I
• Replace Taxiway Lighting and Runway 1/19 PAPIs
• East Apron Pavement Rehab
• Terminal Parking Lot Expansion
• Property Purchase – 816 Castle Heights Ave.

The commission approved a plan to discard the current hangar wait list and require a new application process by September 1, 2023. It also authorized specific parking areas for the Lebanon Flying Club and EAA. A decision on Everest Balloon's request was deferred pending a policy review.

• Approved discarding the current T-Hangar Wait List and requiring a new list be drafted by August 1, 2023
• Approved allowing LFC and EAA to park in areas north of future Row F hangars and on Corporate Row
• Tabled decision on Everest Balloon's request pending a work session on AMSRR updates
• Determined that private t-hangar parties do not require a special event permit

Planning Commission

The Regional Planning Commission will consider multiple preliminary and final plat approvals, including large-scale residential and retail developments. The meeting also includes several proposed amendments to the city's zoning code and the South Hartmann Overlay.

• Preliminary plat approval for Woodbridge Glen Phases 3 & 4, a 193-lot subdivision on 52.28 acres
• Site plan approval for Hamilton Springs Retail Center on Lebanon Road
• Rezoning of 12.52 acres at Old Murfreesboro Road from RXH to CI and CG to NIRV2SP
• Rezoning of 1.7 acres of the Woolen Mill project from CS to DMU
• Zoning code amendments regarding Open Space standards, Industrial Park uses, and driveway widths

The Planning Commission recommended approval for multiple residential subdivisions, site plans, and zoning code amendments. Several rezoning requests were forwarded to the City Council, while the National Indoor RV Centers Phase 2 project was deferred.

• Recommended approval of Woodbridge Glen Phases 3 & 4 196-lot subdivision (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Hamilton Springs Retail Center site plan (6-0)
• Recommended approval of South Maple Cottages 8-unit site plan with 20-foot driveway variance (6-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning for Woolen Mill project from CS to DMU (6-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning for Blue Hickory SP Amendment from CG to BHSP (6-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning code amendment for residential open space standards (6-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning code amendment to allow daycares in IP District (6-0)
• Deferred National Indoor RV Centers Phase 2 land use and rezoning requests

City Council

The Lebanon City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the annual budget and tax rate for fiscal year 2023-24, followed by a regular meeting with multiple ordinances and resolutions. Key items include second readings for zoning amendments, contracts, and budget amendments, as well as first readings for new zoning standards, annexation-related items, and various budget approvals. The agenda also includes several consent agenda items and new business resolutions.

• Adopt annual budget and tax rate for FY 2023-24 (Ordinance No. 23-6753)
• Amend Cedar Creek Lane Specific Plan regulations (Ordinance No. 23-6722)
• Approve lease rate and site fee for Corporate Aircraft Hangar West Side Lot 4 (Ordinance No. 23-6735)
• Approve second turf field at Lebanon Sports Complex (Ordinance No. 23-6741)
• Annexation and zoning of 90.2 acres at 7855 Hickory Ridge Road (Resolution No. 23-2609, 23-2610, Ordinance No. 23-6720)

The City Council held a public hearing and regular meeting to review the annual budget and tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year. Multiple ordinances regarding zoning, airport facilities, and infrastructure budget amendments were presented for first or second readings. Several items concerning property at 7855 Hickory Ridge Road were withdrawn by the developer.

• Withdrawn: Annexation and zoning requests for 7855 Hickory Ridge Road
• Proposed: Annual budget and tax rate for July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024 (Ordinance No. 23-6753)
• Proposed: Second turf field at Lebanon Sports Complex (Ordinance No. 23-6741)
• Proposed: Budget amendment for Police Department low light rifle scopes (Ordinance No. 23-6740)
• Proposed: Design standards for new single-family and two-family developments (Ordinance No. 23-6725)
• Proposed: Budget amendment for emergency basin repairs at Water Plant (Ordinance No. 23-6752)
• Proposed: Contract for 2023 Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Resolution No. 23-2619)
• Proposed: Purchase of two refueler trucks for Lebanon Municipal Airport (Resolutions No. 23-2624, 23-2625)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review several requests for Certificates of Appropriateness regarding work at various locations. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the April 11, 2023, meeting.

• Certificate of Appropriateness request for 121 Public Square
• Certificate of Appropriateness request for 105 North Cumberland Street
• Amendment to Certificate of Appropriateness for 109 & 111 South Cumberland Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness request for 203 East Main Street

The commission approved signage for 105 North Cumberland Street, a dining area enclosure at 109 & 111 South Cumberland Street, and a free library box at 203 East Main Street. One applicant was required to return to the commission due to deviations from an approved fence plan at 127 Greenlawn Drive.

• Approved signage for 105 North Cumberland Street (4-0)
• Approved enclosure of first-floor dining at 109 & 111 South Cumberland Street (4-0)
• Approved installation of a little free library at 203 East Main Street (4-0)
• Required applicant for 127 Greenlawn Drive to return before commission (4-0)
• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Deferred Case 22-19 regarding 121 Public Square

Airport Commission

The Lebanon Airport Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several infrastructure and operational items. Key topics include updates on runway and taxiway lighting projects, T-hangar waiting list management, and new hangar construction on the west side. The meeting also includes reports from the Chairman, Engineering, and FBO, as well as communications from citizens.

• T-Hangar Waiting List Application and updated list
• REILs/PAPI Lights/Runway Lighting System Phase I
• Replace Taxiway Lighting and Runway 1/19 PAPIs
• West Side Hangar Site D (PNJ Venture Partners)
• Property Purchase – 816 Castle Heights Ave.

The Lebanon Municipal Airport Commission voted to recommend City Council approval of a revised T-hangar waiting list policy and application, including a $250 application deposit fee and a 10-business-day response window. The commission also recommended approval of a new Special Event Permit Policy and Application. Additionally, a subcommittee was formed to study M54's airspace amid concerns about FAA reconfiguration of Nashville's Class C airspace.

• Recommended City Council approval of revised T-hangar waitlist policy with $250 deposit fee and 10-day response window (motion carried)
• Recommended City Council approval of Special Event Permit Policy and Application (motion carried)
• Approved CAF Music City Wing events on May 20 and June 24 at the airport (motion carried)
• Added four new applicants to T-hangar waiting list at positions #133-#136 (motion carried)
• Recommended City Council approval of $1,500 application fee for West Side Lot 4, refundable if no lease obtained (motion carried)
• Formed subcommittee to study M54 airspace and meet with consultant GMC (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of April 6, 2023 regular meeting (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The Regional Planning Commission is considering several amendments to the Future Land Use Plan and various site plan approvals. The agenda includes reviews for large-scale residential subdivisions and non-residential developments across multiple wards.

• Public hearing on future land use amendments for properties at 108 Hartmann Commerce Drive, S Cumberland Street, and W Old Murfreesboro Road
• Final plat approval for Forest of Lebanon, Phase 5, a 47-lot subdivision on 97.71 acres
• Site plan approval for Chick-fil-A #2985 at 706 S Cumberland Street
• Preliminary plat approval for Barton Village, a 777-lot conservation subdivision on approximately 240.97 acres
• Site plan approval for AOS/Lochinvar Expansion, a non-residential development on 119 acres

The Planning Commission recommended approval for five final plats, one preliminary plat, and four site plans. The commission also approved the March 28, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Recommended approval of five final plats for Forest of Lebanon Phase 5, Manor View Section 3, Waverly Phase 7, Five Oaks Phase 5 Section 5, and Chick-fil-A #2985 (10-0)
• Recommended approval of Barton Village preliminary plat with a block length variance (10-0)
• Recommended approval of Smartpark North site plan with articulation and transparency variances and $8,016 payment in-lieu-of sidewalks (10-0)
• Recommended approval of AOS/Lochinvar Expansion site plan with tree requirement variance and $11,040 payment in-lieu-of sidewalks (10-0)
• Recommended approval of Red Carpet Liquors-Hamilton Springs site plan subject to Specific Plan amendment (10-0)
• Approved March 28, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

The Lebanon City Council is holding its regular meeting on April 18, 2023, with a consent agenda of budget amendments for several departments and new business including zoning changes, a floodplain ordinance update, and stormwater fee waivers for specific developments. The council will also consider a contract amendment for a TDOT road widening project and an escrow agreement.

• Second reading of ordinances to amend budgets for General Maintenance, Traffic Maintenance, Public Works, Garage, Street, Drainage Mitigation, and MIS departments.
• Second reading of zoning code amendments to rename Transient Habitation as Hotel/Motel and add it as a permitted use in the Commercial Downtown district, and to add residential maximums and commercial minimums in Commercial Neighborhood and Commercial Service districts.
• First reading to rezone 1930 W Old Murfreesboro Road from RR to RM6 in the South Hartmann Overlay.
• First reading to approve amendment No. 3 to the TDOT Briskin Lane road widening contract.
• First reading to allow payment in-lieu-of stormwater quality features for a gas station at 3325 Highway 109 North and for townhomes at 840 and 852 Carthage Highway.

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review several requests for Certificates of Appropriateness regarding work at specific properties. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding Draft Guidelines (New-Draft 2).

• Certificate of Appropriateness request for 121 Public Square
• Certificate of Appropriateness request for 124 South Hatton Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness request for 106 East Main Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness request for 203 East Main Street
• Discussion regarding Draft Guidelines (New-Draft 2)

The commission approved three requests for property modifications and signage in the historic district. One case regarding work at 121 Public Square was deferred by the applicant.

• Approved COA for wood privacy fence at 124 South Hatton Street on condition it is brought up to Code (4-0)
• Approved COA for storefront signage at 106 East Main Street (4-0)
• Approved COA for ground and projecting arm signage at 203 East Main Street with Staff recommendations (4-0)
• Deferred Case 22-19 for work at 121 Public Square
• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes

Airport Commission

The Lebanon Airport Commission will discuss several infrastructure projects including runway lighting, taxiway replacements, and apron rehabilitation. The agenda also covers hangar development, property purchases, and lease agreements. Public comments will be heard at the start of the meeting.

• REILs/PAPI Lights/Runway Lighting System Phase I
• Replace Taxiway Lighting and Runway 1/19 PAPIs
• East Apron Pavement Rehab
• Property Purchase – 816 Castle Heights Ave.
• West Side Hangar Site D (PNJ Venture Partners)

The commission recommended a base rental rate and one-time site fee for West Side Lot 4 for City Council approval. Other actions included amending a lease for a crew quarters shelter and adjusting a lighting project's scope. The commission also gave non-compliant t-hangar lessees 60 days to resolve issues.

• Recommended $0.80 per sq ft annual rent and $15,000 one-time site fee for West Side Lot 4
• Approved dividing lighting project/grant to move forward with taxiway and wig-wag portions only
• Approved lease amendment for above-ground Safe Shed shelter subject to aesthetic and vegetation requirements
• Approved adding Jeffrey Beeler to #132 on the t-hangar waiting list
• Approved 60-day grace period for t-hangar lessees to reach lease compliance
• Approved minutes from 3/9/23 special-called meeting

City Council

The Lebanon City Council will hold a public hearing and first readings on several zoning and annexation items, including a 49.37-acre property at Trousdale Ferry Pike and Bluebird Road proposed for high-density residential use, despite the Planning Commission's unanimous denial recommendation. The council will also consider a rezoning at 1930 W Old Murfreesboro Road, zoning code changes for hotel/motel uses, and numerous budget amendments and contracts.

• Rezoning and annexation of 49.37 acres at Trousdale Ferry Pike and Bluebird Road (Tax Map 67, Parcels 40.37 & 48) to RM6/RD9; Planning Commission recommended denial 9-0
• Rezoning of 1930 W Old Murfreesboro Road from RR to RM6 in South Hartmann Overlay; Planning Commission recommended approval 6-3
• Zoning code amendments to add Hotel/Motel as permitted use in Commercial Downtown and add residential maximums/commercial minimums in CN and CS districts
• Professional services agreement with Neel-Schaffer for $305,222 for Hill Street sidewalk and drainage design
• Budget amendments for two replacement fuel trucks for the Airport and two sanitation trucks

Planning Commission

The Regional Planning Commission will consider multiple land use amendments, annexations, and plat approvals. The agenda includes discussions on new residential subdivisions, commercial site plans, and potential changes to the city's zoning code.

• Public hearing for a future land use plan amendment at 121 Rocky Road
• Preliminary plat approval for Walnut Ridge, a 151-lot subdivision on Manchester Boulevard
• Final plat approval for Stratford Station – Phase 2A, a 54-lot subdivision on Horn Springs Road
• Site plan approval for Empower Me Center on S Hartmann Drive
• Zoning code amendments regarding drive-thrus, gate approvals, and residential design standards

The Planning Commission recommended approval for multiple residential and commercial site plans and proposed several Zoning Code amendments to City Council. The commission issued negative recommendations for a rezoning request on Rocky Road and an annexation project on Hickory Ridge Road.

• Approved preliminary plat for Walnut Ridge 151-lot subdivision with block length variance (5-2)
• Approved final plat for Stratford Station Phase 2A (6-1)
• Approved site plan for Empower Me Center with multiple variances (7-0)
• Approved gate request at 501 & 994 Hixson Boulevard (7-0)
• Recommended denial of Future Land Use Plan amendment and rezoning at 121 Rocky Road (7-0)
• Recommended denial of annexation and zoning for 7855 Hickory Ridge Road project (5-1)
• Recommended approval of Specific Plan amendment for National Indoor RV Centers (6-1)
• Recommended approval of Zoning Code amendments for drive-thru and gate review processes (7-0)

City Council

The Lebanon City Council will vote on resolutions authorizing up to $5,000,000 in debt for a new Sports Complex, plus several budget amendments, zoning changes, and contracts. The agenda includes second readings of budget amendments for water treatment chemicals, public works shrubs, HVAC repairs, and meter reading software, as well as first readings for zoning and land use changes.

• Resolution No. 23-2601/2602: $5,000,000 loan for new Sports Complex
• Ordinance No. 22-6455: Rezone 46.1 acres on Hickory Ridge Road to Blue Hickory Specific Plan
• Ordinance No. 23-6672/6673: Rezone 222 Cainsville Road to commercial (Planning Commission recommended denial)
• Resolution No. 23-2603: TDOT grant application for Peyton Road ($4,000,000 total, $2,000,000 local match)
• Ordinance No. 23-6709: Lease agreement with Lebanon's Veterans Center for 112 Hartmann Drive

Airport Commission

The Lebanon Airport Commission is holding a special-called meeting to discuss and potentially act on several airport projects and administrative items. Key topics include runway and taxiway lighting upgrades, the T-hangar waiting list, a property purchase at 816 Castle Heights Ave., and a fuel truck purchase. The agenda also includes reports from the engineering and financial departments, as well as updates on various development projects.

• REILs/PAPI Lights/Runway Lighting System Phase I
• Replace Taxiway Lighting and Runway 1/19 PAPIs
• Property Purchase – 816 Castle Heights Ave.
• T-Hangar Waiting List – new additions and updated list
• Fuel Truck Purchase Options

The Commission recommended City Council approval for the purchase of two fuel trucks and a three-year professional services agreement with GMC. Three new applicants were added to the T-hangar waiting list, and a draft FY 23/24 budget was recommended for the Mayor.

• Approved adding Rex Arendall, Gregory Jannaman, and John/Steve Stires to T-hangar waiting list
• Recommended Council approval to purchase Avgas and Jet fuel trucks ($365,141 total)
• Recommended Council approval of a three-year professional services agreement with GMC
• Recommended FY 23/24 draft budget to Mayor Bell
• Appointed Airport Managerial Oversight Committee to develop Lot 4 lease criteria and impact fees
• Appointed subcommittee to draft FAA proposal response letter for Mayor Bell
• Approved 2/2/23 regular meeting minutes

City Council

The Lebanon City Council will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to consider several land-use changes, including multiple annexations and rezonings along Pinhook Road, as well as a series of budget amendments and professional service agreements. The agenda includes both second-reading votes on previously discussed items and first readings of new ordinances.

• Annexation and rezoning of 8.48 acres at 1023 Pinhook Road to RS6/RS9 residential
• Annexation and rezoning of 5.01 acres at 689 Pinhook Road to RS6 residential
• Annexation and rezoning of 11 acres at 1409 Pinhook Road to RS6/RS9 residential
• Annexation and rezoning of 45.83 acres at 1084 & 1088 Pinhook Road to RS20 residential
• First reading to rezone 222 Cainsville Road from R2 to CG (Planning Commission recommended denial)

Airport Commission

The Lebanon Airport Commission is meeting to discuss and review multiple capital projects, including runway lighting, taxiway lighting, and apron rehabilitation. They will also address old business items such as the T-hangar waiting list, a property purchase, and lease agreements, along with new business items for upcoming planning and zoning meetings.

• REILs/PAPI Lights/Runway Lighting System Phase I
• Replace Taxiway Lighting and Runway 1/19 PAPIs
• East Apron Pavement Rehab
• Property Purchase – 816 Castle Heights Ave.
• Class Bravo Air Leases – City Council approval 3/7/23

Planning Commission

The Lebanon Regional Planning Commission will hold public hearings on proposed amendments to the Future Land Use Plan for three properties, including a 14-acre site on Murfreesboro Road and a 130-acre site on SE Tater Peeler Road. The commission will also consider several subdivision plats, site plans, rezoning requests, and zoning code amendments. Items include preliminary and final plat approvals for multiple subdivisions, site plans for a church and a bank ATM, and a zoning code amendment to add transient habitation as a permitted use in the CD district.

• Public hearing on Future Land Use Plan amendment for 14 acres on Murfreesboro Road from RXH to IL
• Public hearing on Future Land Use Plan amendment for 130.24 acres on SE Tater Peeler Road from RPO and FLH8 to IL
• Public hearing on Future Land Use Plan amendment for 3.2 acres on S Cumberland Street from IH to DMU
• Request by Al Neyer for annexation and zoning of 14 acres on Murfreesboro Road to IP (Comer Park II project)
• Request by Kimbel Mengelberg for annexation and zoning of 49.37 acres on Trousdale Ferry Pike and Bluebird Road (Remington Grove project)

The Commission issued negative recommendations to City Council for the Remington Grove project's annexation and land use amendments. It also recommended approval for several zoning code changes and a rezoning request on W Old Murfreesboro Road.

• Approved 8 consent items including 4 final plats and 3 site plans (9-0)
• Recommended approval of site plan for Ballard Point Reserve with street tree variance (9-0)
• Recommended denial of Remington Grove land use amendment, plan of services, and annexation (9-0)
• Recommended approval of Journey Church site plan with required sidewalks and stub variance (9-0)
• Deferred Al. Neyer's Comer Park II requests until next meeting (9-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 1930 W Old Murfreesboro Road from RR to RM6 (6-3)
• Recommended approval to rename Transient Habitation to Hotel/Motel in Zoning Code (9-0)
• Recommended approval of Zoning Code amendments for residential maximums and commercial minimums in CN and CS districts (9-0)

City Council

The Lebanon City Council will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to consider zoning changes, annexations, budget amendments, and various contracts. Key items include rezoning 215 N. College Street, creating a Yard Parking Overlay District, and multiple annexations and rezonings along Pinhook Road. The agenda also includes numerous budget amendments and professional service agreements.

• Rezone 215 N. College Street from CS to NCSSP (2.57 acres)
• Create Yard Parking Overlay District to limit front-yard parking
• Annex and rezone multiple Pinhook Road properties (e.g., 8.48 acres, 5.01 acres, 11 acres, 45.83 acres)
• Approve $21,172.65 fee waiver for Wilson County Road Commission building
• Approve contract supplement for 231 Water Main Replacement Project with Norris Brothers Excavating

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission approved multiple Certificates of Appropriateness for signage, window updates, and structural additions. A disputed sign at 121 Public Square led to the scheduling of a special meeting with city staff to discuss reimbursement and guidelines.

• Elected Meghan Michel as Chairman, John Foutch as Vice Chairman, and Staff as Secretary
• Approved porch replacement at 303 East Spring Street (7-0)
• Approved non-illuminated signage at 122 Public Square (7-0)
• Approved signage at 123 Public Square subject to staff comments (7-0)
• Approved window, trim, and column updates at 109 & 111 South Cumberland Street (6-0)
• Approved fence materials and location at 107 South Hatton Avenue subject to building code (7-0)
• Approved storefront recreation at 112 & 114 East Main Street (7-0)
• Approved special called meeting with city staff regarding 121 Public Square sign (7-0)

City Council

The Lebanon City Council will hold a public hearing and first readings on multiple ordinances and resolutions to annex and rezone several parcels along Pinhook Road and 106 Oak Street, all recommended for approval by the Planning Commission. The council will also consider second readings of budget amendments, a liquor store certificate, and updates to sign regulations and the South Hartmann Gateway Overlay.

• Annexation and rezoning of 8.48 acres at 1023 Pinhook Road to RS6/RS9 residential
• Annexation and rezoning of 5.01 acres at 689 Pinhook Road to RS6 residential
• Annexation and rezoning of 11 acres at 1409 Pinhook Road to RS6/RS9 residential
• Annexation and rezoning of 45.83 acres at 1084 & 1088 Pinhook Road to RS20 residential
• Rezoning of 106 Oak Street from RPI to CI and RD9 to SP

Airport Commission

The Lebanon Airport Commission is meeting to discuss airport infrastructure projects, including runway and taxiway lighting upgrades, and to review old business such as a hangar eviction and a property purchase. New business includes items for the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals, plus a fuel review.

• REILs/PAPI Lights/Runway Lighting System Phase I
• Replace Taxiway Lighting and Runway 1/19 PAPIs
• Hangar Inspections – B-12 – eviction letter attached
• Property Purchase – 816 Castle Heights Ave. – subcommittee report
• West Side Lot 4 Update – JBS Aviation/John Sevieri – lease executed 3/2/21

The commission recommended the purchase of a jet A fuel truck and the acquisition of a property at 816 Castle Heights Ave. The board also approved a sign relocation request for Outback Steakhouse and added one person to the T-hangar waiting list.

• Recommended City Council approval for jet A fuel truck purchase not to exceed $150,000
• Recommended City proceed with acquiring property at 816 Castle Heights Ave
• Approved proposed sign and relocation for Outback Steakhouse
• Added Michael Todd to #135 position on T-hangar waiting list
• Approved 1/5/23 regular meeting minutes

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board held its first meeting to establish leadership and governance. The board elected four officers and approved its bylaws. A training session was scheduled for February 15.

• Elected Jessica Fain as Chairman
• Elected Sean Dozier as Vice Chair
• Elected Susie James as Secretary/Treasurer
• Elected Will Hager as Assistant Secretary
• Approved By-Laws
• Scheduled training meeting for Wednesday, Feb 15 from 4-5 pm

Planning Commission

The Lebanon Regional Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three proposed amendments to the Future Land Use Plan, including for the 49.37-acre Remington Grove project. The commission will also consider several site plans, rezonings, and a zoning code amendment to limit front-yard parking. The meeting includes election of officers and staff reports on sidewalks.

• Public hearing on Future Land Use Plan amendment for 49.37 acres of Remington Grove at Trousdale Ferry Pike and Bluebird Road
• Public hearing on Future Land Use Plan amendment for 5.88 acres on Central Pike to be included in RPO area
• Public hearing on Future Land Use Plan amendment for 0.43 acres at 222 Cainsville Road from CXU to CI
• Request by Kimbel Mengelberg for annexation and zoning of 49.37 acres of Remington Grove to RM6 & RD9
• Request by Camille Burdine and Fred Burton to amend zoning code to add Yard Parking Overlay District limiting front-yard parking

The Commission recommended approval for several residential and commercial site plans, including a contested multifamily development on Hickory Ridge Road. It deferred the Remington Grove project pending a community meeting and recommended denial for a rezoning request at 222 Cainsville Road. The body also recommended a new Yard Parking Overlay District for the city zoning code.

• Recommended approval of Highway 109 Multifamily site plan (6-1)
• Recommended approval of National Cement Distribution Terminal site plan with variances and $21,360 sidewalk payment (8-0)
• Recommended approval of Mason Center site plan with variance and $11,040 sidewalk payment (8-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning for 215 N College Street to NCSSP (8-0)
• Recommended denial of Future Land Use amendment and rezoning at 222 Cainsville Road (8-0)
• Deferred Remington Grove project annexation and zoning pending community meeting (8-0)
• Recommended approval of Yard Parking Overlay District zoning code amendment (8-0)
• Recommended approval of site plans for South Maple Townhomes Phase 2 and Madison at Township (8-0)

City Council

The Lebanon City Council will hold its regular meeting with second readings of two zoning ordinances (Pinhook Road and Callis Road), a gas sales contract with MEAC, and several first-reading items including budget amendments, a fire hall purchase, and traffic signal contracts. The agenda also includes reappointments and a sewer agreement.

• Ordinance 22-6620: Rezone 66.68 acres on Pinhook Road (Barton Village) to RS6/RS9
• Ordinance 22-6621: Rezone 5 acres on Callis Road to Augusta Wilson Specific Plan
• Resolution 23-2577: Approve Gas Sales Contract with MEAC
• Ordinance 23-6648: Purchase old fire hall on Hartmann Drive from Gas Department
• Resolutions 23-2591/23-2592: Award contracts for traffic signals at SR 109/Rock Castle and US 231/Torrey Pines

Airport Commission

The Lebanon Airport Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on various airport projects, including lighting upgrades, taxiway replacements, and hangar developments. They will also review lease extensions, a property purchase, and the selection of a consultant for upcoming work. The agenda includes reports from engineering, financial, and FBO updates, as well as several information-only items.

• REILs/PAPI Lights/Runway Lighting System Phase I
• Replace Taxiway Lighting and Runway 1/19 PAPIs
• Property Purchase – 816 Castle Heights Ave. – Subcommittee Report
• JECDB Lease Extension – Approved by City Council
• Consultant Selection Process – Proposals due 1/6/23

The Commission voted to send a formal letter to Aeronautique, LLC regarding expired building permits and incomplete construction. Other actions included approving a conditional hangar lease for a pilot without an aircraft and recommending rental increases for Class Bravo Air.

• Approved request for Shane Orr to lease Hangar E-15 for 90 days while searching for an aircraft
• Approved sending a formal remedy letter to Mr. DiLeo (Aeronautique, LLC) regarding Row D construction delays and expired permits
• Recommended 7.5% annual rental rate increase for Class Bravo Air leases
• Recommended Class Bravo Air pay for its own partition and soundproofing installation
• Added Ian Parsons (#133) and Douglas Lawrence (#134) to the t-hangar waiting list
• Directed Commissioner Baines to tell Mr. Brisco to negotiate or withdraw the Southeast Development proposal
• Tabled Outback Steakhouse sign relocation request pending more information
• Approved 12/1/22 meeting minutes with amendments

City Council

The Lebanon City Council will hold first readings on several zoning and land-use changes, including a request to rezone about 66.68 acres of Barton Village on Pinhook Road to allow higher-density single-family housing, and a separate rezoning on Callis Road to a specific plan. The council will also consider annexation and rezoning of 11.72 acres at 1438 Rutledge Lane, despite the Planning Commission's unanimous recommendation to deny. Several consent agenda items cover budget amendments and contracts.

• Rezoning 66.68 acres on Pinhook Road (Barton Village) from RS9/RS12 to RS6/RS9 (Ordinance 22-6620)
• Rezoning 5 acres on Callis Road from CG to AWSP (Ordinance 22-6621)
• Annexation and rezoning of 11.72 acres at 1438 Rutledge Lane to RS6 (Ordinance 22-6619, Resolutions 22-2568/22-2569)
• Rezoning 2.56 acres on Lebanon Road from RS20 to SP (Ordinance 22-6617)
• Approval of employee health insurance contract for April 2023-March 2024 (Resolution 23-2578)