Legislation Details

File #: BL2026-1511   
Type: Bill Status: Third Reading
File created: 2/19/2026 In control: Planning and Zoning Committee
On agenda: 11/17/2026 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 RS10 to SP zoning for property located at 4465 LaVergne Couchville Pike, approximately 97 feet south of Rockland Trail (5.01 acres), to permit a maximum of 10 single family or two-family dwelling units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-002PR-001).
Sponsors: Deonte Harrell
Attachments: 1. 2026Z-002PR-001_sketch, 2. Substitute BL2026-1511

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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 RS10 to SP zoning for property located at 4465 LaVergne Couchville Pike, approximately 97 feet south of Rockland Trail (5.01 acres), to permit a maximum of 10 single family or two-family dwelling units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-002PR-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 RS10 to R10 SP zoning for property located at 4465 LaVergne Couchville Pike, approximately 97 feet south of Rockland Trail (5.01 acres), being Property Parcel No. 013 as designated on Map 176 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 sketch, 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 176 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 those permitted in the R10 zoning district. No more than 10 dwelling units shall be permitted within the boundaries of the SP. The multi-family use shall be prohibited.

 

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

1.                     Building facades shall be constructed of brick, brick veneer, stone, cast stone, cementitious siding, glass, or materials substantially similar in form and function, unless otherwise approved.

2.                     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.

3.                     Comply with all conditions and requirements of Metro reviewing agencies.

 

 

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 R10 zoning district as of the date of the applicable request or application.  Uses are limited as described in the Council ordinance.

 

Section 3 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 4 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.