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File #: BL2025-1186   
Type: Bill Status: First Reading
File created: 11/20/2025 In control: Metropolitan Council
On agenda: 12/4/2025 Final action:
Title: An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from OR20 to SP zoning for property located at 919 C Gallatin Avenue, approximately 160 feet north of Petway Avenue (0.86 acres), to permit a mixed use development, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2025SP-047-001).
Sponsors: Clay Capp
Attachments: 1. 2025SP-047-001_sketch, 2. 2025SP-047-001 Revised Plan 11052025

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An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from OR20 to SP zoning for property located at 919 C Gallatin Avenue, approximately 160 feet north of Petway Avenue (0.86 acres), to permit a mixed use development, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2025SP-047-001).

 

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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ENACTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE AND DAVIDSON COUNTY:

 

Section 1.                     That Title 17 of the Code of Laws of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, is hereby amended by changing the Official Zoning Map for Metropolitan Nashville and Davidson County, which is made a part of Title 17 by reference, as follows:

 

By changing from OR20 to SP zoning for property located at 919 C Gallatin Avenue, approximately 160 feet north of Petway Avenue (0.86 acres), to permit a mixed use development, being Property Parcel No. 455 as designated on Map 083-01 of the Official Property Identification Maps of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, all of which is described by lines, words and figures on the attached plan, which was duly considered by the Metropolitan Planning Department, and which is on file with the Metropolitan Planning Department and the Metropolitan Clerk’s Department, and which is attached to and made a part of this ordinance as though copied herein.

 

Section 2.                     Be it further enacted, that the Metropolitan Clerk is hereby authorized and directed, upon the enactment and approval of this ordinance, to cause the change to be made on Map 083-01 of said Official Zoning Map for Metropolitan Nashville and Davidson County, as set out in Section 1 of this ordinance, and to make notation thereon of reference to the date of passage and approval of this amendatory ordinance.

 

Section 3.                     Be it further enacted, that the uses of this SP shall be limited to all uses of MUN-A-NS and artisan manufacturing. Short term rental property, owner occupied and short term rental property, not owner occupied, shall be prohibited within the entire development.

 

Section 4.                     Be it further enacted, that the following conditions shall be completed, bonded or satisfied as specifically required:

1.                     On the corrected copy, remove the language of Note #2 and replace with the following: Development shall be limited to the existing structure with expansion or addition of no more than 1,500 total square feet, inclusive of indoor and outdoor space. Expansion of the existing footprint to the northern, eastern, or southern property lines shall not be permitted.

2.                     On the corrected copy, remove the language of Note #3 and replace with the following: There shall be no increase to the existing building height in feet and number of stories with any additions or expansions. Total maximum building height is limited to two stories. Height is defined per the “story” definition in the Code.

3.                     On the corrected copy, remove the language of Note #4 and replace with the fallback zoning language: If a development standard, not including permitted uses, is absent from the SP plan and/or Council approval, the property shall be subject to the standards, regulations, and requirements of the MUN-A-NS zoning district as of the date of the applicable request or application. Uses are limited as described in the Council ordinance.

4.                     On the corrected copy, add the following to Note #7: Modifications may be approved by staff upon review of the landscape plan provided with the final SP.

5.                     On the corrected copy, remove Note #8.

6.                     Uses shall be located within the existing building only except for additions permitted as specified on the plan.

7.                     A cross access easement shall be established with the subject property and parcels 418 and 442 prior to final site plan approval.

8.                     With the final site plan, a master parking plan shall be provided for the subject property as well as parcels 418 and 442.

9.                     Any alteration on the site including, but not limited to building expansion, grading, and modifying parking areas, will require a final site plan.

10.                     With the final site plan, provide architectural elevations complying with all architectural standards outlined on the preliminary SP for review and approval.

11.                     Comply with all conditions and requirements of Metro Reviewing Agencies.

12.                     The Preliminary SP plan is the site plan and associated documents. If applicable, remove all notes and references that indicate that the site plan is illustrative, conceptual, etc.

13.                     The final site plan shall label all internal driveways as “Private Driveways.” A note shall be added to the final site plan that the driveways shall be maintained by the Property Owners’ Association.

14.                     No master permit/HPR shall be recorded prior to final SP approval.

15.                     Final plat may be required prior to permitting.

16.                     The requirements of the Metro Fire Marshal’s Office for emergency vehicle access and adequate water supply for fire protection must be met prior to the issuance of any building permits.

 

Section 5.                     Be it further enacted, a corrected copy of the preliminary SP plan incorporating the conditions of approval by Metro Council shall be provided to the Planning Department prior to or with final site plan application.

 

Section 6.                      Be it further enacted, minor modifications to the preliminary SP plan may be approved by the Planning Commission or its designee based upon final architectural, engineering or site design and actual site conditions. All modifications shall be consistent with the principles and further the objectives of the approved plan. Modifications shall not be permitted, except through an ordinance approved by Metro Council that increase the permitted density or floor area, add uses not otherwise permitted, eliminate specific conditions or requirements contained in the plan as adopted through this enacting ordinance, or add vehicular access points not currently present or approved.

 

Section 7.                      Be it further enacted, if a development standard, not including permitted uses, is absent from the SP plan and/or Council approval, the property shall be subject to the standards, regulations and requirements of the MUN-A-NS zoning district as of the date of the applicable request or application.  Uses are limited as described in the Council ordinance.

 

Section 8.                     The Metropolitan Clerk is directed to publish a notice announcing such change in a newspaper of general circulation within five days following final passage.

 

Section 9.                     This Ordinance shall take effect upon publication of above said notice announcing such change in a newspaper of general circulation, the welfare of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County requiring it.