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A resolution authorizing the waiver of certain permit fees for the repair or rebuilding of property damaged as a result of the December 9, 2023 tornado.
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WHEREAS, a devastating tornado moved through Davidson County on the afternoon of December 9, 2023, destroying many homes and businesses; and
WHEREAS, the damage from the tornado resulted in the Declaration of a State of Emergency by Mayor Freddie O’Connell; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 16.28.110.K of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Council may authorize the Director of Codes Administration to waive building, electrical, gas/mechanical, and/or plumbing permit fees by resolution when a state of emergency is declared by the Mayor; and
WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County desires to assist its residents and small business as they rebuild their lives by waiving all or a portion of the fees for building permits.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE AND DAVIDSON COUNTY:
Section 1. Pursuant to Section 16.28.110.K of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the director of codes administration is authorized and directed to waive building, electrical, gas/mechanical, and/or plumbing permit fees for repairs and rebuilding of residential and commercial properties damaged by the December 9, 2023, tornado.
Section 2. Property owners seeking a permit fee waiver pursuant to Section 1 must:
a. Obtain the permits to repair or rebuild damaged properties on or before June 30, 2024, and
b. Provide evidence satisfactory to the director of codes administration, or designee, that the work is being performed as result of damage from the December 9, 2023, tornado,
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect from and after its passage, the welfare of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County requiring it.