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An ordinance amending Chapters 17.04, 17.08, 17.16, and 17.20 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to modify regulations pertaining to day care uses (Proposal No. 2026Z-006TX-001).
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WHEREAS, access to affordable childcare is essential to the economic stability of families, the healthy development of children, and the overall success of Nashville and Davidson County; and
WHEREAS, the rising cost of childcare has placed significant financial strain on Nashville families; and
WHEREAS, the cost and scarcity of childcare services in Nashville creates unnecessary barriers to workforce participation, particularly for women and single-parent households; and
WHEREAS, the shortage of childcare services contributes directly to higher costs, longer waitlists, and reduces access to care in neighborhoods across Davidson County; and
WHEREAS, expanding access to childcare aligns with Nashville's goals of inclusive growth, economic resilience, and ensuring Nashville is a place for individuals of all incomes, backgrounds, and stages of life, including those ready to start and raise a family.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ENACTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE AND DAVIDSON COUNTY:
Section 1. That Subsection 17.04.060 of the Metropolitan Code is amended by deleting the definition of "Day care" in its entirety and replacing it with the following:
"Day care" means the provision of care for individuals, who are not related to the primary caregiver, for less than twenty-four hours per day. These classes are referenced:
1. Accessory to a single-family dwelling: Up to four individuals;
2. Day care home-Small: Five through seven individuals;
3. Day care home-Large: Eight through twelve individuals;
4. Day care center-Up to 50: Thirteen through fifty individuals;
5. Day care center-Over 50: More than fifty individuals;
6. Parents day out: Day care for pre-teenage children that is not open for more than twelve hours in any one week;
7. School day care: Day care ...
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