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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$302.6M (FY2023)
Total spending$356.7M (FY2023)
Taxes$133.4M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$447.7M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,348 (FY2023)

Recent meetings

Mon Jul 20, 2026

County Commissioners

Commission to consider temporary moratorium on data center permits

The Wilson County Board of Commissioners will consider a temporary moratorium on accepting land-use applications for data centers and high-density computing facilities, along with creating a due diligence committee. They will also hold public hearings on two rezoning requests: Jerry & Lisa Dies (10.01 acres at 3893 & 3895 Coles Ferry Pike from A-1 to R-1) and Michael Swope (108.8 acres at 2021 Bobo Rd from A-1 to A-2). Other items include a speed limit reduction on Leanna Lane and amendments to zoning regulations on building height measurement and accessory dwelling units.

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STEERING COMMITTEE MINUTES The Steering Committee of the County Commission of Wilson County, Tennessee was scheduled to meet in regular session on Thursday, July 9, 2026 in the Upstairs Conference Room at the Wilson County Courthouse in Lebanon, Tennessee at the conclusion of the Minutes Committee Meeting, which was scheduled to begin at the conclusion of the Law Enforcement Committee Meeting. The Law Enforcement Committee Meeting had been cancelled and, at this time, the Minutes Committee did not have a quorum . Steering Committee members present were Commissioners Bobby Franklin, Wendell Marlowe, Chad Barnard, Justin Smith, Mike Kurtz, Robert Fields, Jerry McFarland, Diane Weathers, Lauren Breeze and Finance Committee Vice Chairman Blake Hall being all the Committee with the exception of Commissioners Terry Struggs, Rick Brown, Rusty Keith, John Gentry, Chris Dowell and William Glover. Also present was Finance Director Aaron Maynard, Chief Judicial Commissioner Corey Buhler, County Mayor Randall Hutto, County Commissioners Rick Brown, Haskell Evans and Tommy Jones and County Attorney Michael R. Jennings. Chairman Fields called the meeting to order at 5:03 p.m. and determined that a quorum was present. Chairman Fields called for Public Comment and there was none. The Proposed Agenda for the July 20, 2026 County Commission Meeting was presented. Motion to recommend the Agenda to the County Commission was made by Commissioner Marlowe, seconded by Commissioner [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Fri Jul 17, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Cumberland Oaks Master Plan amendment

The Planning Commission will consider a Master Plan amendment for the 406.81-acre Cumberland Oaks Subdivision. The body will also review a rezoning request for property on Murfreesboro Rd and several site plans and plats.

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WILSON COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA Friday, July 17 , 20 2 6 10:00 a.m. Commission Chambers, Wilson County Courthouse 228 East Main Street, Lebanon, TN. 37087 CALL TO ORDER ADMINISTER OATH APPROVAL OF MINUTES: June 17 , 202 6 Old Business : Application has been made by B & R Lebanon Investments seeking to amend the Master Plan for Cumberland Oaks Subdivision, the properties are located on Bates Road, Estes Road, and Chalford Place the property contains approximately 406.81 acres and is zoned R-1 PUD (Residential Planned Unit Development Overlay) being referenced as Wilson County Tax Map 14 Parcels 5.04, 7.00, 8.00 and Wilson County Tax Map 26 Parcel 3.03. Commission District 5 Jerry McFarland. New Business: *Election of Officers* Application has been made by property owners Mitchell & Cynthia Louie requesting to rezone property from (A-1) Agricultural to ( C-3 ) Highway Commercial . The property contains approximately 6.77 acres and is located at 3365 Murfreesboro Rd and is further referenced as Parcel 35.25 on Wilson County Tax Map 114 . Commission District 12 Haskell Evans. Site plans and plats to be presented. 01.) Site Plan – Shop Springs Storage Renewal 1 lot 2548 Sparta Pk 105 /51.00 Commission District 7 Terry Scruggs zoned A-1 02.) Site Plan – Verizon Modification Project Big Springs 1 lot 75 Louise Ln 41/6.01 Commission District 15 Chris Dowell zoned A-1 03.) Site Plan – Midway 840 – Parking Expansion 1 lot 1485 Couchville Pk 138 /41 .0 2 Commission Dist [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Thu Jul 16, 2026

Board of Zoning Appeals

Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals to hear 11 variance and use cases

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review requests for zoning variances and short-term rental uses. Decisions will focus on property setbacks, accessory structure size limits, and lot width requirements. A work session will follow the meeting.

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Wilson County Zoning D ivision 1 | P a g e The Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals will meet Thursday, Ju ly 16 , 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the County Commission Room at the Wilson County Courthouse, located at 228 East Main Street, Lebanon, Tennessee. PUBLIC COMMENT The following cases will be heard: Case 4412 Applicant: Charles Leftwich Request: Variance to waive the fee to replace a home that burned May 25, 2024 . Variance s from the setback requirement of 8 feet between numerous accessory structures . Property Location : 1839 Double Log Cabin Road Tax Map, Parcel: 34, 9.06 Zoning: A-1 Agricultural Size of Property: 9.10 acres Ordinance Reference: ARTICLE 5 ZONING DISTRICTS - SECTION 5.20 AGRICULTURAL (A-1) - 5.20.05 AREA REGULATIONS - B. SIDE YARD - 4. The minimum spacing between accessory structures and any other structure on the same property shall be eight feet (8 ’-0 ” ) wall to wall between walled structures. [revised 10/19/2020 resolution 20-10-20] Case 4413 Applicant: Renee Mind ek Request: Short-term rental use Property Location : 5 7 5 Flippen Road, Lot 9, Chip Smith Property Tax Map, Parcel: 16, 33.09 Zoning: A-1 Agricultural Size of Property: 2.44 acres Ordinance Reference: ARTICLE 5 ZONING DISTRICTS - SECTION 5.20 AGRICULTURAL (A-1) - 5.20.03 USES PERMISSIBLE ON APPEAL (revised 12/15/2003 R esolution 03-12-2) - 5.20.03.1 USES PERMISSIBLE ON APPEAL - C. Bed and Breakfast Facility: (RES 18-3-6) (revised RES 24-4-2) (revised RES 24-12-8) 1. Bed and Break [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Thu Jun 18, 2026

Board of Zoning Appeals

✓ Decided: Wilson County BZA approves several setback variances and denies one lot size request

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved multiple requests for structure setbacks and approved May 21 minutes. A request to transfer square footage between lots was denied, and one case was withdrawn by the applicant.

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Wilson County Zoning D ivision 1 | P a g e The Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals will meet Thursday, June 18 , 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the County Commission Room at the Wilson County Courthouse, located at 228 East Main Street, Lebanon, Tennessee. PUBLIC COMMENT The following cases will be heard: Case 4 403 Applicant: Scott Baldridge Request: Variance of seven (7) feet from the setback requirement of eight (8) feet between structures. The existing shed is one (1) foot from the existing carport, and the existing carport is one (1) foot from the existing detached garage . Variance of one (1) f oot the setback requirement of eight (8) feet between structures. The existing shed is seven (7 ) feet from the existing detached garage. The v ariance s are needed in order for the applicant to place a pool on the property that will meet all setback requirements. Property Location : 1025 South Lakeview Drive, Lot 22 , Sherry Acres Tax Map , Parcel: 119 , 10 Zoning: R-1 Residential Size of Property : 3 acres Ordinance Reference : ARTICLE 5 ZONING DISTRICTS - SECTION 5.10 RURAL RESIDENTIAL (R-1) - 5.10.05 AREA REGULATIONS - 4. The minimum spacing between accessory structures and any other structure on the same property shall be eight feet (8 ’-0 ” ) wall to wall between walled structures. [revised 10/19/2020 resolution 20-10-20] Case 4404 Applicant: William Ziech on behalf of Jennifer Smith Request: Variance of nineteen thousand, six hundred and thirty-two (19,632 ) square fee [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Wilson County Zoning Board of Zoning Appeals Minutes June 18 , 202 6 1 | P a g e W ilson C ounty B oard of Z oning A ppeals m et June 18, 2026, at 9:00 a.m . in the C ounty C om m ission R oom of the W ilson C ounty C ourthouse, L ebanon, T ennessee, pursuant to public notice. T he voting m em bers present are C hairm an R usty T hom pson, V ice C hairm an P erry N eal, S ecretary H ow ard B laydes, K erry C rockett, and S onja R obinson. A lternate m em bers present are Justin M anning and K eith W illiam s. A lso, present are C ounty P lanning staff, C ounty Z oning staff, S torm W ater staff, C ounty A ttorney M ike Jennings and C ourt R eporter T eresa H atcher, hired by the county. C hairm an T hom pson called the m eeting to order. T hom pson inform ed individuals w ith questions or w ho desire to m ake com m ents before the B oard concerning the cases to approach the podium w hen asked by the C hairm an and to sign in on the sign-up sheet giving nam e, address, and case of interest. T hom pson inform ed individuals that anyone desiring to w ithdraw , or request deferral could do so at this tim e. T hom pson inform ed everyone that a stenographer w as present, and individuals could get w ith her at the end of the m eeting if they desired a transcript of the m eeting. T hom pson then asked all individuals w ho desired to m ake statem ents before the B oard to raise their hands. H e thereupon adm inistered the oath to each of the prospective w itnesses. T hom pson stated [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Wed Jun 17, 2026

Planning Commission

Wilson County Planning Commission to vote on ADU size limit, multiple rezonings

The Wilson County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution to amend the definition and size limit of accessory detached dwelling units, reducing the maximum square footage from 1,000 to 800. They will also consider several rezoning applications, including a 108.8-acre property at 2021 Bobo Rd from A-1 Agricultural to A-2 Agricultural Preservation District, and a 406.81-acre master plan amendment for Cumberland Oaks Subdivision. Additionally, the commission will review old business: a rezoning of 1.78 acres at 5780 Hwy 109 N from C-3 to C-2. Several site plans and plats are also on the agenda for approval.

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WILSON COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA Wednesday June 17, 2026 10:00 a.m. Commission Chambers, Wilson County Courthouse 228 East Main Street, Lebanon, TN. 37087 CALL TO ORDER ADMINISTER OATH APPROVAL OF MINUTES: May 22, 2026 Old Business: Application has been made by JAMS Investment Group, LLC, requesting to rezone property from (C-3) Highway Commercial to (C-2) General Commercial. The property contains approximately 1.78 acres and is located at 5780 Hwy 109 N and is further referenced as Parcel 45.01 on Wilson County Tax Map 33. Commission District 4 Chad Barnard. New Business: A RESOLUTION ADOPTED FOR THE PURPOSE OF AMENDING THE WILSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE ZONING RESOLUTION REGULATING ACCESSORY DETACHED DWELLING UNIT AND HOW IT IS DEFINED Application has been made by Michael Swope, requesting to rezone property from (A-1) Agricultural to (A-2) Agricultural Preservation District. The property contains approximately 108.8 acres and is located at 2021 Bobo Rd and is further referenced as Parcel 2.00 on Wilson County Tax Map 89. Commission District 7 Terry Scruggs. Application has been made by B & R Lebanon Investments seeking to amend the Master Plan for Cumberland Oaks Subdivision, the properties are located on Bates Road, Estes Road, and Chalford Place the property contains approximately 406.81 acres and is zoned R-1 PUD (Residential Planned Unit Development Overlay) being referenced as Wilson County Tax Map 14 Parcels 5.04, 7.00 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 15, 2026

County Commissioners

Wilson County Commissioners to issue special recognitions

The Board of County Commissioners is scheduled to meet to discuss the proposed agenda and issue formal resolutions. The meeting includes honorary recognitions for a deceased former public servant and a retiring news director.

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WILSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF WILSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE HONORING THE LIFE AND DEDICATED SERVICE OF THE LATE MR. JOHN NANCE JEWELL WHEREAS, Mr. John Nance Jewell was born on July 19, 1944, to the late Rev. Albert Jewell and Ms. Opal Moorehead Jewell, and departed this life peacefully on Friday, May 1, 2026, at the age of 81; and WHEREAS, throughout his 81 years, John lived a life marked by integrity, devotion, and service; distinguishing himself as a beloved husband, father, grandfather, friend, and public servant; and WHEREAS, John and Ms. Jan Bastin Jewell shared 44 years of marriage, a union blessed with two sons, John T. and Jeff, and further enriched by seven grandchildren; and WHEREAS, John and Jan owned and operated Jewell Disposal Service and Jewell Communications & Comsites, reflecting John's strong work ethic and his early experiences in the broadcasting field; and WHEREAS, John faithfully served his community and county in numerous capacities. He was a dedicated member of the Watertown Volunteer Fire Department, serving many years as chief. He contributed his leadership and insight as a member of both the Wilson County and City of Watertown Planning Commissions. He served a vacant position on the Wilson County Court from October 1972 to January 1973. John was also a valued member of the Railroad Authority, the Watertown City Council, and the Historic Watertown Committee. From 2008 to 2013, he served [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Fri May 22, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider building height measurement amendments

The Planning Commission will discuss a resolution to amend the zoning resolution regarding how building height is measured. The body will also review several rezoning requests and multiple subdivision plats.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved rezoning of 10.01‑acre parcel to Rural Residential

The commission deferred the Deer Creek Estates sketch plan to the December 2026 meeting and postponed a commercial rezoning request until June 17, 2026. It approved the Ravens Crest Phase 4 sketch plan, a site plan for 1946 Murfreesboro Rd, and rezoned a 10.01‑acre parcel from A‑1 to R‑1 with staff recommendations. A resolution amending the zoning ordinance’s building‑height measurement points was adopted and sent to the County Commission.

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WILSON COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA Friday , May 22 , 20 2 6 10:00 a.m. Commission Chambers, Wilson County Courthouse 228 East Main Street, Lebanon, TN. 37087 CALL TO ORDER ADMINISTER OATH APPROVAL OF MINUTES: April 17 , 202 6 Old Business : Sketch Plan- Deer Creek Estates 146 lots 13530 Central Pk 100/28.00 Commission District 14 Tommy Jones zoned R-1 Prelim – Ravens Crest Phase 4 65 lots R avens Crest Ave 116/001.00 Commission District 14 Tommy Jones zoned R-1 New Business: A RESOLUTION ADOPTED FOR THE PURPOSE OF AMENDING THE WILSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE ZONING RESOLUTION REGULATING POINTS OF MEASURMENT WHEN DETERMINING BUILDING HEIGH T . Application has been made by JAMS Investment Group, LLC , requesting to rezone propert y from ( C-3 ) Highway Commercial to ( C -2 ) General Commercial . The property contains approximately 1.78 acres and is located at 5780 Hwy 109 N and is further referenced as Parcel 45.01 on Wilson County Tax Map 33 . Commission District 4 Chad Barnard . Application has been made by Jerry & Lisa Dies , requesting to rezone propert y from ( A-1 ) Agricultural to ( R-1 ) Rural Residential. The property contains approximately 10.01 acres and is located at 3893 & 3895 Coles Ferry Pk and is further referenced as Parcel 7.02 on Wilson County Tax Map 45 . Commission District 19 William Glover . For informational purposes only (Lebanon UGB): Application has been made by Tanner Puckett , representing property owner James Westmoreland , requesting to re [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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W ilson C ounty P lanning C om m ission M inutes T he W ilson C ounty P lanning C om m ission m et F riday, M ay 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m . in the C ounty C om m ission R oom of the W ilson C ounty C ourthouse located at 228 E ast M ain S treet, L ebanon, T ennessee pursuant to public notice. T hose m em bers present w ere A she, H utto, Jones, N eal, N icholson, N okes, R enfro, T urner, W eathers and W oods constituting the entire m em bership w ith the exception of Jew ell w ho w as absent. A lso present w ere the C ounty P lanners, Jam es V aden w ith S torm w ater, and C ourt R eporter T eresa H atcher hired by the C ounty. Chairman Jones asked all individuals who desired to make statements before the Commission to stand and raise their right hand. He thereupon administered the oath to each and every one of the prospective witnesses. The minutes of the April 17 , 202 6 , meeting were approved on motion of Weathers , second by Renfro and all voting aye . Mayor Randall Hutto observed a moment of silence and prayer in remembrance of Planning Commission member John Jewell. Old Business: Sketch Plan- Deer Creek Estates 146 lots 13530 Central Pk 100/28.00 Jake Porter - Heritage Civil - e ngineer for the project requested deferral to obtain accurate data for the requested traffic study after the new Central Pike Elementary School opens. Deferral process discussed, noting developer will pay requested fees. After board discussion, Renfro made motion to defer until the December [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu May 21, 2026

Board of Zoning Appeals

Zoning appeals board to consider contractor yard, variances, and permit extension

The Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals will hear six cases on May 21, 2026. Items include requests for a contractor's storage yard on Highway 109, variances to allow a house on Dawn Lane and a pool on Sanford Drive, a building permit extension on Saddle Ridge Drive, and a request to store paving equipment on Norene Road. A separate variance seeks to reduce the rear setback and lot size for a house on Idlewood Court.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved multiple zoning variances and permits on May 21

The Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals approved a contractor’s storage yard at 6060 Highway 109 North, a 10‑foot easement variance at 220 Dawn Lane, and several agricultural and residential variances, including a pool permit and a six‑month building permit extension. All motions passed unanimously.

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Wilson County Zoning D ivision 1 | P a g e The Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals will meet Thursday, May 21 , 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the County Commission Room at the Wilson County Courthouse, located at 228 East Main Street, Lebanon, Tennessee. PUBLIC COMMENT The following cases will be heard: Case 4397 Applicant: Brittany Hughes on behalf of Billy Jones Request: Contractor ’s storage yard Property Location: 6060 Highway 109 North, Lot 2, Jones Property Tax Map/ Group/ Parcel: 33/ a portion of 46 Zoning: C-3 Highway Commercial Acreage: 10.17 acres Ordinance Reference : ARTICLE 5 ZONING DISTRICTS - SECTION 5.32 HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL (C-3) - 5.32.03 USES PERMISSIBLE ON APPEAL - F. Contractor ’s office and/or equipment yard Case 439 8 Applicant: Joshua Bagwell on behalf of Brian Robinson Request: Variance of ten (10) feet from the easement width requirement of thirty (30) feet. The variance will allow a house to be built on the property utilizing the easement. The property and the easement became of record in February 1 983 . Property Location: 220 Dawn Lane Tax Map/ Group/ Parcel: 120/22.02 Zoning: R-1 Residential Acreage: 7.50 acres Ordinance Reference: ARTICLE 3 GENERAL PROVISIONS - SECTION 3.20 GENERAL EXCEPTIONS - 3.20.01 SUBSTANDARD LOT OF RECORD. Where the owner of a lot of record is defined in Article 2, Definitions does not own sufficient land to enable him to conform to the yard and other requirements of this Resolution, such lot may be used as a building sit [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Wilson County Zoning Board of Zoning Appeals Minutes May 21 , 202 6 1 | P a g e W ilson C ounty B oard of Z oning A ppeals m et M ay 21, 2026, at 9:00 a.m . in the C ounty C om m ission R oom of the W ilson C ounty C ourthouse, L ebanon, T ennessee, pursuant to public notice. T he voting m em bers present are C hairm an R usty T hom pson, V ice C hairm an P erry N eal, S ecretary H ow ard B laydes, and K erry C rockett. A lternate m em ber K eith W illiam s w as a voting m em ber in S onja R obinson ’s absence. A lternate m em ber Justin M anning w as absent. A lso, present are C ounty P lanning staff, C ounty Z oning staff, S torm W ater staff, and C ourt R eporter T eresa H atcher, hired by the county. C hairm an T hom pson called the m eeting to order. T hom pson inform ed individuals w ith questions or w ho desire to m ake com m ents before the B oard concerning the cases to approach the podium w hen asked by the C hairm an and to sign in on the sign-up sheet giving nam e, address, and case of interest. T hom pson inform ed individuals that anyone desiring to w ithdraw , or request deferral could do so at this tim e. T hom pson inform ed everyone that a stenographer w as present, and individuals could get w ith her at the end of the m eeting if they desired a transcript of the m eeting. T hom pson then asked all individuals w ho desired to m ake statem ents before the B oard to raise their hands. H e thereupon adm inistered the oath to each of the prospective w itnesses. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Mon May 18, 2026

County Commissioners

Commission to consider rezoning 3.19 acres at 10800 Hwy 109 N to rural residential

The Wilson County Commission will hold a public hearing on rezoning 3.19 acres at 10800 Hwy 109 N from agricultural to rural residential, with a unanimous positive recommendation from the Planning Commission. The board will also vote on a speed limit reduction on Smith Hollow Road to 25 mph, multiple appropriation resolutions (including for county buildings, WEMA, landfill, property assessor, and sheriff's department), fee increases for WEMA permits, and a one-time school board budget amendment. Additionally, appointments will be made to the Medical Examiner, Health & Education Facilities, and E-911 Board.

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STEERING COMMITTEE MINUTES The Steering Committee of the County Commission of Wilson County, Tennessee met in regular session on Thursday, May 7, 2026 in the Upstairs Conference Room at the Wilson County Courthouse in Lebanon, Tennessee. The meeting was scheduled to begin at the conclusion of the Minutes Committee meeting, which it did. Those members present were Commissioners Bobby Franklin, Wendell Marlowe, Chad Barnard, Justin Smith, Robert Fields, Jerry McFarland, Diane Weathers, Lauren Breeze, John Gentry, Chris Dowell, William Glover and Kevin Costley, being all the members of the Committee with the exception of Commissioners Terry Scruggs, Rick Brown and Rusty Keith, who were absent. Also present were County Commissioners Blake Hall, Haskell Evans, Tommy Jones, Glenn Denton, Jeremy Reich and Danny Clark, Chief Judicial Commissioner Corey Buhler, Director of Schools Jeff Luttrell, Schools Finance Director Ed Sebastian, Deputy Finance Director Labraunya Horton, County Mayor Randall Hutto and County Attorney Michael R. Jennings. Chairman Fields called the meeting to order at 5:13 p.m. and determined that a quorum was present. Chairman Fields called for Public Comment and there was none. Mayor Hutto discussed with the Committee three things. First, Special Recognition has been moved above Public Comment so that these folks can be recognized in the early part of the meeting. Second, Mayor Hutto advised that a speed limit change will need to be placed on the [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Sun Apr 26, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Land Use Plan ahead of June public meeting

This is a work session of the Wilson County Planning Commission. The board will receive a summary of the Land Use Plan presentation from staff and the Greater Nashville Regional Council (GNRC), followed by a question-and-answer period to prepare for the June 17 public meeting. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled.

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WILSON COUNTY PLANNING OFFICE 228 EAST MAIN STREET ROOM 5 COURTHOUSE LEBANON, TN 37087 PHONE (615) 449-2836 Wilson County Planning Commission Work Session Thursday May 22 nd , 2026 8 :30 A.M. 2 nd Floor Commission Room Wilson County Courthouse 228 Ea st Main Street New Business 1.) Summary of Land Use Plan Presentation by Staff and GNRC 2.) Q and A from the board to address questions prior to the June 17 th Public Meeting
Mon Apr 20, 2026

County Commissioners

Superspeedway master plan amendment for auto sales up for public hearing

The commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a request by Nashville Superspeedway to amend its master plan to allow year-round auto sales with a limit of six event days per year on 518 acres at 400 Victory Lane. Multiple appropriation resolutions are also up for vote, including funds for animal control, sheriff's department, tourism, and schools. Additionally, the commission will consider rule changes on citizen participation and order of business.

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STEERING COMMITTEE MINUTES The Steering Committee of the County Commission of Wilson County, Tennessee met in regular session on Thursday, April 9, 2026 in the Upstairs Conference Room at the Wilson County Courthouse in Lebanon, Tennessee. The meeting was scheduled to begin at the conclusion of the Minutes Committee meeting, which it did. Those members present were Commissioners Bobby Franklin, Terry Scruggs, Rick Brown, Wendell Marlowe, Justin Smith, Robert Fields, Diane Weathers, Lauren Breeze, Chris Dowell and William Glover, being all the members of the Committee with the exception of Commissioners Chad Barnard, Mike Kurtz, Jerry McFarland, Rusty Keith, John Gentry and Kevin Costley, who were absent. Also present were County Commissioners Blake Hall, Tyler Chandler, Haskell Evans, and Tommy Jones, Animal Control Director Steve Gatlin, Lance Howell of the Wilson County Sheriffs Department, Finance Director Aaron Maynard, Schools Finance Director Ed Sebastian, County Buildings Director Robert Baines, Major David Bennett and County Attorney Michael R. Jennings. Chairman Fields called the meeting to order at 5:50 p.m. and determined that a quorum was present. Chairman Fields called for Public Comment and there was none. The Proposed Agenda for the April 20, 2026 County Commission Meeting was presented. There being no additions or corrections to the Agenda, motion to recommend the Agenda to the County Commission was made by Commissioner Marlowe, seconded by Co [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Fri Apr 17, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission will consider rezoning requests and amend its by‑laws

The commission will approve the minutes from the March 20, 2026 meeting. It will review rezoning applications, including a 3.19‑acre parcel at 10800 Hwy 109 N (A‑1 to R‑1) and a 2.11‑acre parcel at 1835 Cainsville Rd (A‑1 to C‑2). The agenda also includes site‑plan reviews, plat affirmations, and a proposed amendment to the commission’s by‑laws.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission unanimously rezones 10800 Hwy 109 N to R-1

The commission let the Beckhaven Reserve preliminary plat become approved automatically on April 25, 2026 after a denial motion failed. It approved the rezoning of 10800 Hwy 109 N from A‑1 to R‑1 with a unanimous vote. Several site plans—including a school, a convenience store, an industrial truck court, signage, and a residential subdivision—were each approved unanimously. The board also voted to defer the Ravens Crest Phase 4 hearing to the May 22 meeting.

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WILSON COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA Friday, April 17, 2026 10:00 a.m. Commission Chambers, Wilson County Courthouse 228 East Main Street, Lebanon, TN. 37087 CALL TO ORDER ADMINISTER OATH APPROVAL OF MINUTES: March 20, 2026 Old Business: Prelim – Beckhaven Reserve – Version 2 69 lots Lohman Rd & 10740 Central Pk 100/52.00, 51.10 Commission District 14 Tommy Jones zoned R-1 New Business: Application has been made by K & A Land Surveying, representing property owners Locust Grove Investments, LLC., requesting to rezone property from (A-1) Agricultural to (R-1) Rural Residential. The property contains approximately 3.19 acres and is located at 10800 Hwy 109 N and is further referenced as Parcel 17.00 & 18.00 on Wilson County Tax Map 10. Commission District 4 Chad Barnard. For informational purposes only (Lebanon UGB): Application has been made by Josh White – ASM Land Surveyors, representing property owners Adam & Rebecca Garner, requesting to rezone property from (A-1) Agricultural to (C-2) General Commercial. The property contains approximately 2.11 acres and is located at 1835 Cainsville Rd and is further referenced as Parcel 158.00 on Wilson County Tax Map 82. Commission District 7 Terry Scruggs. Site plans and plats to be presented. 1) Site Plan – Friendship Christian School – Phase 1 2 lots 5400 Coles Ferry Pk 35/19.01, 19.10 Commission District 5 Jerry McFarland zoned R-1 2) Site Plan – Golden Bear 8- Convenie [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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W ilson C ounty P lanning C om m ission M inutes T he W ilson C ounty P lanning C om m ission m et F riday, A pril 17, 2026, at 10:00 a.m . in the C ounty C om m ission R oom of the W ilson C ounty C ourthouse located at 228 E ast M ain S treet, L ebanon, T ennessee pursuant to public notice. T hose m em bers present w ere H utto, Jones, N eal, N icholson, N okes, R enfro, T urner, W eathers and W oods constituting the entire m em bership w ith the exception of A she and Jew ell w ho w ere absent. A lso present w ere the C ounty P lanners, C ounty A ttorney M ike Jennings, Jam es V aden w ith S torm w ater, and C ourt R eporter T eresa H atcher hired by the C ounty. Chairman Jones asked all individuals who desired to make statements before the Commission to stand and raise their right hand. He thereupon administered the oath to each and every one of the prospective witnesses. The minutes of the March 20 , 202 6 , meeting were approved on motion of Weathers , second by Renfro and all voting aye . Old Business: Prelim – Beckhaven Reserve – Version 2 69 lots Lohman Rd & 10740 Central Pk 100/52.00, 51.10 Commission District 14 Tommy Jones zoned R-1 Josh Denton – attorney on behalf of development – available for any questions J im Schmitt – 10700 Central Pike – spoke on traffic/road concerns, flooding and step systems concerns Sue Ladowski – 10790 Central Pike – spoke on entrance concerns off Central Pike ; traffic, flooding and infrastructure concerns. Thomas Hall – 401 Sev [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Apr 16, 2026

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board to hear 7 zoning variance requests and a short-term rental renewal

The Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals will decide on six variance requests and one short-term rental renewal. Cases involve setbacks, height, lot size, and spacing variances on properties in A-1 Agricultural and R-1 Residential zones. The renewal is for a previously approved short-term rental at 7255 Lebanon Road.

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✓ Decided: Board approves short‑term rental renewal for three‑year term

The Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals approved a three‑year renewal of a short‑term rental for Angelina Chewning at 7255 Lebanon Road. It also approved variances for five other properties and denied two variance requests. The outcome of case 4396 was not recorded in the minutes.

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Wilson County Zoning D ivision 1 | P a g e The Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals will meet Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the County Commission Room at the Wilson County Courthouse, located at 228 East Main Street, Lebanon, Tennessee. PUBLIC COMMENT The following cases will be heard: Case 4390 Applicant: Cyn thia Heim Request: Variance of eight (8) feet from west side yard setback requirement of ten (10) feet . The variance is for an existing accessory structure that is two (2) feet from the west side property line. The variance is needed for a proposed pool that will meet all setback requirements. Property Location: 1966 Flatwoods Road, Lot 14, McCrary Property Tax Map/ Group/ Parcel: 136/39.34 Zoning: A-1 Agricultural Acreage: 2 acres Ordinance Reference : ARTICLE 5 ZONING DISTRICTS - SECTION 5.20 AGRICULTURAL (A-1) – B. SIDE YARD - 2. For single and two-story structures (served by public sewer system) located on interior lots, side yards shall be not less than fifteen (15) feet in width for a principal structure, and not less than ten (10) feet for an accessory structure. [revised resolution 15-2-12 Case 4 391 Applicant: Mark Brown Construction on behalf of Matthew Paz and Anthony Hoffman Request: Variance of three (3) feet from the height requirement of thirty-five (35) feet for a single-family residence. The proposed height is thirty-eight (38) feet. Property Location: 4192 Murfreesboro Road, Lot 6, McCoy Property Tax Map/ Group/ Parcel: 115/20.1 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Wilson County Zoning Board of Zoning Appeals Minutes April 16 , 202 6 1 | P a g e W ilson C ounty B oard of Z oning A ppeals m et M arch 19, 2026, at 9:00 a.m . in the C ounty C om m ission R oom of the W ilson C ounty C ourthouse, L ebanon, T ennessee, pursuant to public notice. T he voting m em bers present are C hairm an R usty T hom pson, V ice C hairm an P erry N eal, S ecretary H ow ard B laydes, K erry C rockett, and S onja R obinson. A lternate m em ber Justin M anning w as present. A lso, present are C ounty P lanning staff, C ounty Z oning staff, C ounty A ttorney M ike Jennings and C ourt R eporter T eresa H atcher, hired by the county. C hairm an T hom pson called the m eeting to order. T hom pson inform ed individuals w ith questions or w ho desire to m ake com m ents before the B oard concerning the cases to approach the podium w hen asked by the C hairm an and to sign in on the sign-up sheet giving nam e, address, and case of interest. T hom pson inform ed individuals that anyone desiring to w ithdraw , or request deferral could do so at this tim e. T hom pson inform ed everyone that a stenographer w as present, and individuals could get w ith her at the end of the m eeting if they desired a transcript of the m eeting. T hom pson then asked all individuals w ho desired to m ake statem ents before the B oard to raise their hands. H e thereupon adm inistered the oath to each of the prospective w itnesses. T hom pson stated that staff m ake recom m endations w h [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Fri Mar 20, 2026

Planning Commission

Commission will review ten site plans and subdivision proposals

The Wilson County Planning Commission will consider a series of site plans and subdivision proposals covering signage, building projects, and residential extensions across several districts. Items include a signage plan for Pina & Mendez Auto Corp, a Prologis signage plan, two Project Crossroads building plans, and multiple subdivision extensions. The meeting also includes approval of February 20 minutes, a legal update, and a public comment period.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved lawsuit settlement and multiple site plans

The commission approved a settlement resolution for the Century Communities lawsuit (8-1 vote). It approved six site plans and two building‑height variances subject to staff recommendations. It denied the Berkshire Place extension and deferred the Beckhaven Reserve prelim to April. It affirmed several existing plats.

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WILSON COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA Friday , March 20, 20 2 6 10:00 a.m. Commission Chambers, Wilson County Courthouse 228 East Main Street, Lebanon, TN. 37087 CALL TO ORDER ADMINISTER OATH APPROVAL OF MINUTES: February 20 , 202 6 Old Business : NONE New Business: Site plans and plats to be presented. 1) Site Plan – Pina & Mendez Auto Cor p Signage 1 lot 1928 Murfreesboro Rd 103/ 13.00 Commission District 12 Haskell Evans zoned A -1/C-3 2) Site Plan – P rologis Signage 1 lot 135 Logistics Dr 138/32.00 Commission District 13 Jerem y Hobbs zoned C -4 /R -1 3) Site Plan – Project Crossroads Building 1 2 lot s 2356 McCrary Rd 13 7 /15 .0 1 Commission District 13 Jerem y Hobbs zoned C -4 4) Site Plan – Project Crossroads Building 2 2 lot s 2416 McCrary Rd 13 7 /15 .0 3 Commission District 13 Jerem y Hobbs zoned C -4 5) Site Plan – Samples Repair Building Addition 1 lot 3394 Hwy 109 N 55/ 47.00 Commission District 25 Justin Smith zoned C -3 6) Prelim – Denney Property Subdivision 12 lot s Vesta Rd & Flatwoods Rd 137 /8.00 Commission District 1 2 Haskell Evans zoned A -1 7) Prelim – Beckhaven Reserve – Version 2 69 lot s Lohman Rd & 10740 Central P k 100/ 52 .00, 51 .1 0 Commission District 1 4 Tommy Jones zoned R-1 Page 2 WCPC Agenda March 20 , 202 6 8) Prelim – Berkshire Place Extension 87 lot s Posey Hill Rd 95/40.00, 49.00 Commission District 1 4 Tommy Jones zoned R-1 Cluster 9) Final – Hawthorne Valley P hase 2 Extension 80 lot s Archwood Valley 10 0 /59 .00 Commission Di [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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W ilson C ounty P lanning C om m ission M inutes T he W ilson C ounty P lanning C om m ission m et F riday, M arch 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m . in the C ounty C om m ission R oom of the W ilson C ounty C ourthouse located at 228 E ast M ain S treet, L ebanon, T ennessee pursuant to public notice. T hose m em bers present w ere A she, H utto, Jones, N eal, N icholson, N okes, R enfro, T urner, W eathers and W oods constituting the entire m em bership w ith the exception of Jew ell and T urner w ho w ere absent. A lso present w ere the C ounty P lanners, Jam es V aden w ith S torm w ater, and C ourt R eporter hired by the C ounty. Chairman Jones asked all individuals who desired to make statements before the Commission to stand and raise their right hand. He thereupon administered the oath to each and every one of the prospective witnesses. The minutes of the February 20 , 202 6 , meeting were approved on motion of Renfro , second by Weathers and all voting aye . Old Business: NONE New Business: S ite plans and plats to be presented. 01.) Site Plan – Pina & Mendez Auto Cor p Signage 1 lot 1928 Murfreesboro Rd 103/13.00 Site Plan was presented. Staff read recommendations. On motion of Renfro, second by Nokes and all voting aye, the site plan was approved subject to staff recommendations. 02.) Site Plan – P rologis Signage 1 lot 135 Logistics Dr 138/32.00 Site Plan was presented. Staff read recommendations. On motion of Weathers, second by Renfro and all voting aye, the site plan [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Mar 19, 2026

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board of Zoning Appeals to hear permit extensions and variances

The Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to consider requests for building permit extensions, variances on property setbacks, and short-term rental approvals. The meeting is scheduled for March 19, 2026, at the Wilson County Courthouse.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved multiple variances for Armstrong Construction at 700 Rebel Road

The Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals approved the February 19, 2026 minutes. It then extended building permits for Lois Neal (2 years) and Ethan Jordan (1 year). It granted a series of setbacks, side‑yard, rear‑yard and lot‑size variances to Armstrong Construction for 700 Rebel Road. It also approved short‑term rental requests for Danielle Juarex and a short‑term rental variance for Bridge Point (Don Estes). All actions were approved unanimously.

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Wilson County Zoning D ivision 1 | P a g e The Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals will meet Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the County Commission Room at the Wilson County Courthouse, located at 228 East Main Street, Lebanon, Tennessee. PUBLIC COMMENT The following cases will be heard: Case 4379 Applicant : Lois Neal Request: Extension o f a building permit . Ho use burned on October 8, 20 20. Building permit was applied for and issued on September 29, 2023. BOZA approved refund for AFT and permit on October 19 , 2023, with checks being issued on October 27, 2023. Property Location: 8515 Stewarts Ferry Pike, a portion of Lot 6, Baskin Property Tax Map/Parcel: 116 /42.05 Zoning: R-1 Residential Acreage: 6.97 acres Ordinance Reference: ARTICLE 6 ADMINISTRATION, ENFORCEMENT AND INTERPRETATION - SECTION 6.20 BUILDING PERMITS, SITE PLAN REQUIREMENTS AND CERTIFICATES OF COMPLIANCE - A building permit shall become void twelve (12) months from the date of issuance by the Building Inspector or the date an appeal is granted by the Board of Zoning Appeals, unless substantial progress has been made within those twelve (12) months on the project described therein. Substantial progress shall be determined by the request for and approval of subsequent required inspections from and by the Building Inspector respectively. In no case shall an active building permit for a residential dwelling last longer than 24 months without having received a certificate of complianc [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Wilson County Zoning Board of Zoning Appeals Minutes March 19 , 202 6 1 | P a g e W ilson C ounty B oard of Z oning A ppeals m et M arch 19, 2026, at 9:00 a.m . in the C ounty C om m ission R oom of the W ilson C ounty C ourthouse, L ebanon, T ennessee, pursuant to public notice. T he voting m em bers present are C hairm an R usty T hom pson, V ice C hairm an P erry N eal, S ecretary H ow ard B laydes, K erry C rockett, and S onja R obinson. A lternate m em ber Justin M anning w as present and A lternate m em ber K eith W illiam s w as absent. A lso, present are C ounty P lanning staff, C ounty Z oning staff, C ounty A ttorney M ike Jennings and C ourt R eporter T eresa H atcher, hired by the county. C hairm an T hom pson called the m eeting to order. T hom pson inform ed individuals w ith questions or w ho desire to m ake com m ents before the B oard concerning the cases to approach the podium w hen asked by the C hairm an and to sign in on the sign-up sheet giving nam e, address, and case of interest. T hom pson inform ed individuals that anyone desiring to w ithdraw , or request deferral could do so at this tim e. T hom pson inform ed everyone that a stenographer w as present, and individuals could get w ith her at the end of the m eeting if they desired a transcript of the m eeting. T hom pson then asked all individuals w ho desired to m ake statem ents before the B oard to raise their hands. H e thereupon adm inistered the oath to each of the prospective w itnesses. T [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 16, 2026

County Commissioners

Wilson County Commission to consider zoning change for Murfreesboro Road

The Wilson County Board of Commissioners will meet to adopt the agenda and discuss a public hearing on a land use plan amendment and rezoning request for approximately 4.66 acres at 3503 Murfreesboro Road. The committee also approved the minutes from the previous meeting.

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STEERING COMMITTEE MINUTES The Steering Committee of the County Commission of Wilson County, Tennessee met in regular session on Thursday, March 5, 2026 in the Upstairs Conference Room at the Wilson County Courthouse in Lebanon, Tennessee. The meeting was scheduled to begin at the conclusion of the Minutes Committee meeting, which it did. Those members present were Commissioners Bobby Franklin, Terry Scruggs, Rick Brown, Wendell Marlowe, Chad Barnard, Justin Smith, Robert Fields, Jerry McFarland, Diane Weathers and William Glover, being all the members of the Committee with the exception of Commissioners Mike Kurtz, Rusty Keith, Lauren Breeze, John Gentry, Chris Dowell and Kevin Costley, who were absent. Also present was Director of Schools Jeff Luttrell, School Finance Director Ed Sebastian, County Commissioners Glenn Denton, Jeremy Reich and Danny Clark and County Attorney Michael R. Jennings. Chairman Fields called the meeting to order at 5:18 p.m. and determined that a quorum was present. Chairman Fields called for Public Comment and there was none. The Proposed Agenda for the March 16, 2026 County Commission Meeting was presented. There being no additions or corrections to the Agenda, motion to recommend the Agenda to the County Commission was made by Commissioner Brown, seconded by Commissioner Weathers and carried by vote of ten for, with six absent. There being no further business to come before the Committee on motion of Commissioner Brown, Chairma [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Fri Feb 20, 2026

Planning Commission

Nashville Superspeedway seeks master plan amendment for year‑round auto sales

The commission will consider an application from Matt Greci of Nashville Superspeedway to amend the Nashville Speedway Master Plan to permit year‑round auto sales, limited to six event days per calendar year, on a 518.06‑acre parcel (Tax Map 141 Parcel 26.00) in Commission District 13. The meeting will also review several site plans and plat amendments, including projects on Aldi Blvd, Hwy 109 N, Coles Ferry Pkwy, and Patrick Street. After the agenda items, public comment will be taken.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved amendment to Nashville Speedway Master Plan for year‑round auto sales

The Planning Commission approved Matt Greci's request to amend the Nashville Speedway Master Plan to allow year‑round auto sales with a limit of six event days per year. It also approved eight site‑plan and plat actions, each subject to staff recommendations and required compliance. All approvals were recorded as unanimous or with only one dissenting vote where noted.

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WILSON COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA Friday , February 20, 20 2 6 10:00 a.m. Commission Chambers, Wilson County Courthouse 228 East Main Street, Lebanon, TN. 37087 CALL TO ORDER ADMINISTER OATH APPROVAL OF MINUTES: January 16 , 202 6 Old Business : NONE New Business: Application has been made by Matt Greci, Nashville Superspeedway , to amend a portion of the Nashville Speedway M aster P lan to add uses to allow year-round auto sales with limit to six (6) event days per calendar year . T he property contains 518.06 acres being referenced as Wilson County Tax Map 141 Parcel 26.00 . Commission District 13 Jeremy Hobbs. Site plans and plats to be presented. 1) Site Plan – Assurant Tenant Improvements 1 lot 255 Aldi Blvd 138 /37 .05 Commission District 1 3 Jeremy H obbs zoned C-4 2) Site Plan – Starstruck Farm Sign 1 lot 10471 Hwy 109 N 10 /28.00 Commission District 5 Jerry McFarland zoned A -1 3) Site Plan – Kings Ole Kountry Store 2 lot s 4581 Coles Ferry Pk 36 /36 .0 0 Commission District 5 Jerry McF arland zoned C- 1 4) Prelim – Patrick Place Subdivision 6 lot s Patrick Street 042 /1.10 Commission District 15 Chris Dowell zoned A-1 Page 2 WCPC Agenda February 20 , 202 6 P lats for affirmation: Rsb.; Spenlake Section One and Open Space “ A ” of Spenlake Section Two 4 lots 2010, 2012, 2022, 2024 Shoreline Dr. 012M/C/18.00, 19.00, 24.00, 25.00 Commission District 4 Chad Barnard zoned A -1 Rsb Hays Hill 2 Property Lots 24 and 25 3 lots 1337 Vanderbilt Rd 050/150.00 Commis [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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W ilson C ounty P lanning C om m ission M inutes T he W ilson C ounty P lanning C om m ission m et F riday, F ebruary 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m . in the C ounty C om m ission R oom of the W ilson C ounty C ourthouse located at 228 E ast M ain S treet, L ebanon, T ennessee pursuant to public notice. T hose m em bers present w ere A she, Jones, N eal, N okes, R enfro, T urner, and W eathers constituting the entire m em bership w ith the exception of H utto, Jew ell, N icholson and W oods w ho w ere absent. A lso present w ere the C ounty P lanners, Jam es V aden w ith S torm w ater, and C ourt R eporter hired by the C ounty. Chairman Jones asked all individuals who desired to make statements before the Commission to stand and raise their right hand. He thereupon administered the oath to each and every one of the prospective witnesses. The minutes of the January 16 , 202 6 , meeting were approved on motion of Weathers , second by Renfro and all voting aye . Old Business: NONE New Business: Application has been made by Matt Greci, Nashville Superspeedway, to amend a portion of the Nashville Speedway M aster P lan to add uses to allow year-round auto sales with limit to six (6) event days per calendar year . T he property contains 518.06 acres, being referenced as Wilson County Tax Map 141 Parcel 26.00 . Commission District 13 Jeremy Hobbs. Matt Greci – GM at Superspeedway reviewed reason for request . Haskell Evans – 59 25 Franklin Rd – confirmed that community concerns were [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Feb 19, 2026

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board will decide on a group home application for 12 residents on Northwest Rutland Road.

The Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals will meet on February 19, 2026 to hear eight pending cases. Applicants are seeking variances, a firework tent renewal, a building permit extension, and a new group home for 12 residents. The board will vote on each request based on the cited zoning ordinance sections.

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✓ Decided: Board approves multiple variances, firework tent renewal, all unanimously

The Board approved the minutes from the Jan. 15, 2025 meeting. It unanimously approved variance requests for cases 4373, 4374, 4377, the firework tent renewal (case 4375), and a group‑home permit (case 4378). It also unanimously withdrew the requests in cases 4372 and 4376.

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Wilson County Zoning D ivision 1 | P a g e The Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals will meet Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the County Commission Room at the Wilson County Courthouse, located at 228 East Main Street, Lebanon, Tennessee. PUBLIC COMMENT The following cases will be heard: Case 4372 Applicant: Penny Benton Request: Variance from the road frontage requirement of fifty (50) feet. Property became of record October 1986. Property has an ingress/egress easement of thirty (30) feet that was recorded October 31, 2023. Property Location: 846 Cedar Grove Road, Lot 1 Tax Map/Parcel: 36 /a portion of 5 Zoning: A-1 Agricultural Acreage: 1.83 acres Ordinance Reference: ARTICLE 3 GENERAL PROVISIONS -SECTION 3.20 GENERAL EXCEPTIONS -3.20.01 SUBSTANDARD LOT OF RECORD. Where the owner of a lot of record is defined in Article 2, Definitions does not own sufficient land to enable him to conform to the yard and other requirements of this Resolution, such lot may be used as a building site by the same or a subsequent owner provided that the yard space and other requirements shall conform to the requirements for the zone in which it is located. The lot must have been of official record as of July 10, 1974 . S ECTION 3.40 NUMBER AND LOCATION OF BUILDINGS ON LOT -3.40.03 No building shall be erected on a lot which does not continuously abut at least one public street for at least fifty (50) feet; the lot must be a minimum of fifty (50) feet in width to th [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Wilson County Zoning Board of Zoning Appeals Minutes February 19 , 202 6 W ilson C ounty B oard of Z oning A ppeals m et F ebruary 19, 2026, at 9:00 a.m . in the C ounty C om m ission R oom of the W ilson C ounty C ourthouse, L ebanon, T ennessee, pursuant to public notice. T he voting m em bers present are C hairm an R usty T hom pson, V ice C hairm an P erry N eal, S ecretary H ow ard B laydes, and alternate Justin M anning, and K eith W illiam s voting in the place of S onya R obinson and K erry C rockett w ho w ere absent. A lso, present are C ounty P lanning staff, C ounty Z oning staff, and C ourt R eporter T eresa H atcher, hired by the county. C hairm an T hom pson called the m eeting to order. T hom pson inform ed individuals w ith questions or w ho desire to m ake com m ents before the B oard concerning the cases to approach the podium w hen asked by the C hairm an and to sign in on the sign-up sheet giving nam e, address, and case of interest. T hom pson inform ed individuals that anyone desiring to w ithdraw , or request deferral could do so at this tim e. T hom pson inform ed everyone that a stenographer w as present, and individuals could get w ith her at the end of the m eeting if they desired a transcript of the m eeting. T hom pson then asked all individuals w ho desired to m ake statem ents before the B oard to raise their hands. H e thereupon adm inistered the oath to each of the prospective w itnesses. T hom pson stated that staff m ake recom m endations [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 17, 2026

County Commissioners

Public hearing on rezoning 17.97‑acre McCrary Rd property to commercial

The Wilson County Board of Commissioners will consider the agenda items for the February 17, 2026 meeting, including a consent agenda, several line‑item transfers and appropriations, and two zoning public hearings. One hearing will review a request to change approximately 17.97 acres at 2356 & 2416 McCrary Rd from Rural Residential (R‑1) to Planned Commercial (C‑4). The other will review a request to change about 2.83 acres on McCrary Rd from Rural Residential (R‑1) to Highway Commercial (C‑3). The board will also vote on resolutions amending zoning definitions for accessory detached units and maximum building heights.

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STEERING COMMITTEE MINUTES The Steering Committee of the County Commission of Wilson County, Tennessee met in regular session on Thursday, February 5, 2026 in the Upstairs Conference Room at the Wilson County Courthouse in Lebanon, Tennessee. The meeting was scheduled to begin at the conclusion of the Minutes Committee meeting, which it did. Those members present were Commissioners Bobby Franklin, Terry Scruggs, Rick Brown, Wendell Marlowe, Chad Barnard, Justin Smith, Mike Kurtz, Robert Fields, Jerry McFarland, Diane Weathers, Lauren Breeze, John Gentry and Chris Dowell, being all the members of the Committee with the exception of Commissioners Rusty Keith, William Glover and Kevin Costley, who were absent. Also present was Tourism Director Jason Johnson, Sheriff Robert Bryan, Chief Deputy BJ Stafford, Director of Schools Jeff Luttrell, School Finance Director Ed Sebastian, Chief Judicial Commissioner Corey Buhler, County Commissioners Beth Bowman, Blake Hall, Tyler Chandler, Haskell Evans, Tommy Jones, Diane Weathers, Glenn Denton, Jeremy Reich and Danny Clark, County Mayor Randall Hutto, Finance Director Aaron Maynard and County Attorney Michael R. Jennings Chairman Fields called the meeting to order at 5:44 p.m. and determined that a quorum was present. The Proposed Agenda for the February 17, 2026 County Commission Meeting was presented. County Attorney Jennings advised that there could be two pot ential Honorary Resolutions this month, but they will not [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 20, 2026

County Commissioners

Wilson County Commission to hold public hearings on three rezoning requests

The Board of Commissioners will consider three land use plan amendments and rezoning requests for properties on Murfreesboro Road and Gwynn Road. The body will also address budget transfers for the Trustee and appointments for the School Board and Industrial Development Board.

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STEERING COMMITTEE MINUTES The Steering Committee of the County Commission of Wilson County, Tennessee met in regular session on Thursday, January 8, 2025 in the Upstairs Conference Room at the Wilson County Courthouse in Lebanon, Tennessee. The meeting was scheduled to begin at the conclusion of the Minutes Committee meeting, which it did. Those members present were Commissioners Terry Scruggs, Rick Brown, Wendell Marlowe, Justin Smith, Mike Kurtz, Robert Fields, Diane Weathers, Lauren Breeze, John Gentry and William Glover, being all the members of the Committee with the exception of Commissioners Bobby Franklin, Chad Barnard, Jerry McFarland, Rusty Keith, Chris Dowell and Kevin Costley, who were absent. Also present was County Mayor Randall Hutto, Director of Schools Jeff Luttrell, School Finance Director Ed Sebastian, Chief Judicial Commissioner Corey Buhler, County Commissioners Blake Hall, Haskell Evans, Tommy Jones, Jeremy Reich and Danny Clark and County Attorney Michael R. Jennings. Chairman Fields called the meeting to order at 5:22 p.m. and determined that a quorum was present. Chairman Fields called for Public Comment and there was none. The Proposed Agenda for the January 20, 2026 County Commission Meeting was presented. Chairman Fields reminded Commissioner Evans that he has the Prayer and Pledge this month. Chairman Fields asked if there were any additions or modifications to the Proposed Agenda and, hearing none, motion to recommend the Agend [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Fri Jan 16, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission considers rezoning 16.1‑acre parcel to Planned Commercial (C‑4)

The Wilson County Planning Commission will review a land‑use plan amendment and rezoning request for a 16.1‑acre parcel at Spickard Road and McCrary Road, changing it from Rural Residential (R‑1) to Planned Commercial (C‑4). It will also receive informational rezoning applications for a 0.67‑acre site on Highway 109 North (A‑1 to Commercial Office) and a 10.82‑acre site at Central Park and Hixson Boulevard (A‑1 to Light Industrial). A site plan for an Amazon monument sign at 1301 Richard Petty Way will be presented, and several plats will be considered for affirmation.

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Agenda (official) · Minutes
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WILSON COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA Friday, January 16, 2026 10:00 a.m. Commission Chambers, Wilson County Courthouse 228 East Main Street, Lebanon, TN. 37087 CALL TO ORDER ADMINISTER OATH APPROVAL OF MINUTES: December 19, 2025 Old Business: Prelim – Cedar Hollow 54 lots Harkreader Rd 100/57.00 Commission District 14 Tommy Jones zoned R-1 ***Applicant withdrew discussion request, no action needed *** New Business: Application has been made by D.J. Arellano, Prologis., representing property owners Brenda and Ronnie Word, requesting a Land Use Plan Amendment from a low-density residential area to medium-and-high-density/medium-and-high-intensity commercial area, the applicant also seeks to rezone the same properties from (R-1) Rural Residential to (C-4) Planned Commercial. The property contains approximately 16.1 acres and is located at Spickard Rd & McCrary Rd and is further referenced as Parcel 33.02 on Wilson County Tax Map 122. Commission District 13 Jeremy Hobbs. For informational purposes only (Lebanon UGB): Application has been made by Dan Curry – Curry Surveying, representing property owner Brad Henderson, requesting to rezone property from (A-1) Agricultural to (CO) Commercial Office. The property contains approximately 0.67 acres and is located at 4517 Hwy 109 N and is further referenced as Parcel 47.04 on Wilson County Tax Map 48. Commission District 4 Chad Barnard. For informational purposes only (Lebanon UGB): App [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jan 15, 2026

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board of Zoning Appeals to hear variance requests

The Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to consider four variance requests regarding property setbacks, building height, and sewer requirements. The meeting is scheduled for January 15, 2026, at the Wilson County Courthouse.

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✓ Decided: Board denies Nashville Speedway’s request for year‑round auto sales

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the December 18, 2025 meeting. It denied Nashville Speedway’s request for year‑round auto sales. It approved variances for Noel Harding, the Schutt Family Trust, and Russell Thompson.

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Wilson County Zoning D ivision 1 | P a g e The Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals will meet Thursday, January 15, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the County Commission Room at the Wilson County Courthouse, located at 228 East Main Street, Lebanon, Tennessee. PUBLIC COMMENT The following cases will be heard: Case 4368 Applicant: Noel Harding Request: V ariance of five (5) feet from the setback requirement of eight (8) feet between structures . The existing house is three (3) feet from the existing detached garage. The variance will allow the applicant to build a pole barn that will meet all setback requirements. Property Location: 116 Clark Drive , Lot 21, Poplar Ridge Tax Map/Parcel: 118H , Group “ B ” , 10 .00 Zoning: R-1 Residential Acreage: 3 acres O rdinance Reference: ARTICLE 5 ZONING DISTRICTS - SECTION 5.10 RURAL RESIDENTIAL (R-1) - 5.10.05 AREA REGULATIONS - B. SIDE YARD - 4. The minimum spacing between accessory structures and any other structure on the same property shall be eight feet (8 ’-0 ” ) wall to wall between walled structures. [revised 10/19/2020 resolution 20-10-20] Case 4369 Applicant: Nashville Speedway Request: Year round auto sales Property Location: 400 Victory Lane Drive Tax Map/Parcel: 141, 0 26.00 Zoning: C-4 Planned Commercial Acreage: 518.06 acres O rdinance Reference: ARTICLE 5 ZONING DISTRICTS – SECTION 5.33 PLANNED COMMERCIAL (C-4) - 5.33.02 USES PERMITTED - It is the intent of this zone to facilitate potential development by allowing a r [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Wilson County Zoning Board of Zoning Appeals Minutes January 15 , 202 6 1 | P a g e W ilson C ounty B oard of Z oning A ppeals m et January 15, 2026, at 9:00 a.m . in the C ounty C om m ission R oom of the W ilson C ounty C ourthouse, L ebanon, T ennessee, pursuant to public notice. T he voting m em bers present are C hairm an R usty T hom pson, V ice C hairm an P erry N eal, S ecretary H ow ard B laydes, K erry C rockett, S onya R obinson, and alternate Justin M anning. A lternate m em ber K eith W illiam s w as absent. A lso, present are C ounty P lanning staff, C ounty Z oning staff, C ounty A ttorney M ike Jennings and C ourt R eporter T eresa H atcher, hired by the county. C hairm an T hom pson called the m eeting to order. T hom pson inform ed individuals w ith questions or w ho desire to m ake com m ents before the B oard concerning the cases to approach the podium w hen asked by the C hairm an and to sign in on the sign-up sheet giving nam e, address, and case of interest. T hom pson inform ed individuals that anyone desiring to w ithdraw , or request deferral could do so at this tim e. T hom pson inform ed everyone that a stenographer w as present, and individuals could get w ith her at the end of the m eeting if they desired a transcript of the m eeting. T hom pson then asked all individuals w ho desired to m ake statem ents before the B oard to raise their hands. H e thereupon adm inistered the oath to each of the prospective w itnesses. T hom pson stated that st [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Traffic fatalities25 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,827/mo (989 assisted households · 2025)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD

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