Goodlettsville public meetings in 2021

Board of Commissioners

The regular meeting of the City of Goodlettsville Board of Commissioners scheduled for December 23, 2021, has been cancelled.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold second readings and public hearings on several zoning ordinances. The meeting also includes votes on city personnel policies, budgetary allocations for employee pay, and various service contracts.

• Zoning change for Dickerson Road/Hwy 41/SR 11 from Agricultural to High Density Residential PUD
• Zoning change for North Creek Boulevard from Commercial PUD to High Density Residential PUD
• Adoption of new FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map to maintain National Flood Insurance Program eligibility
• Contract with Corradino Group, Incorporated for Traffic Signal Upgrade inspection services
• Budgetary allocation for employee compensation adjustments effective January 1, 2022

The Board approved Ordinance 20-974, rezoning properties on Dickerson Road from Agricultural to High Density Residential Planned Unit Development, with amendments including a requirement that at least 40% of the development be one-story (no interior stairs) and a 50-foot landscape buffer. The board also approved several other ordinances and resolutions, including a 5% cost-of-living adjustment for employees, and canceled the December 23 meeting.

• Approved Ordinance 20-974 (Dickerson Road rezoning) as amended (5-0)
• Approved amendment requiring 40% of development be one-story (4-1, Young no)
• Approved amendment for 50-foot landscape buffer (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-1017 (Regional Center PUD section) (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-1018 (North Creek Blvd rezoning to HDRPUD) (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-1019 (automated car wash use in CPUD) (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-1020 (FEMA flood map adoption) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-1031 (5% employee pay increase) (5-0)

Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a temporary use request for seasonal food sales. The board will also review the 2022 meeting calendar.

• Public hearing for Taqueria y Birrieria Jalisco temporary use approval for a food truck at 703 Rivergate Parkway
• Approval of September 7, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of the 2022 meeting calendar

The Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals approved a temporary use permit for Taqueria y Birrieria Jalisco to operate a seasonal food truck at 703 Rivergate Parkway, with stipulations limiting the use to 60 days per year. The board also approved the 2022 meeting calendar. Both decisions were unanimous.

• Approved temporary use for outdoor food truck at 703 Rivergate Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 meeting calendar (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing site and master plan approvals for residential and commercial developments. The body will also consider a rezoning request for a two-family dwelling and the 2022 meeting calendar.

• Site plan for a nursery/landscaping facility with 9,600 sq. ft. of buildings on Long Drive
• Final master plan for 117 townhouse units and 3.23 acres of commercial area at Dry Creek Road, Dickerson Road, and Robert Cartwright Drive
• Final master plan for 310 multi-family apartment units and 6,000 sq. ft. of commercial space at 619 N. Main Street
• Rezoning request for a two-family detached dwelling unit at 410 Moss Trail
• Preliminary signage proposal by Lamar Advertising Company at 707 Rivergate Parkway

The Commission approved the final master plan for 117 townhouse units and future commercial space at Dry Creek Road, Dickerson Road, and Robert Cartwright Drive, with stipulations including engineering review, visitor parking, fire truck turn redesign, and speed limit reduction. It also approved a site plan for a nursery/landscaping facility on Long Drive, subject to conditions. A request to rezone 410 Moss Trail to permit a duplex was denied. The 2022 meeting calendar was approved.

• Approved B&T Landscaping site plan for a nursery on Long Drive with stipulations (Mayor Tinnin abstained).
• Approved Cedars at Dry Creek final master plan for 117 townhouse units and commercial area with stipulations (unanimous).
• Approved Stone Bridge final master plan for 310 apartments and 6,000 sq ft commercial with stipulations (Hitt voted no).
• Denied request to rezone or amend ordinance to permit a duplex at 410 Moss Trail (unanimous).
• Approved 2022 Planning Commission Meeting and Plan Submittal Calendar (unanimous).
• Discussed but took no action on Lamar Advertising's preliminary signage proposal at 707 Rivergate Parkway.

Board of Commissioners

The regular meeting of the City of Goodlettsville Board of Commissioners scheduled for November 25, 2021, has been cancelled.

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to receive reports from the Superintendents of Parks and Recreation. The board will discuss ongoing projects and hear new presentations regarding a skate park and disc golf.

• Skate Park presentation by Tony Espinosa
• Disc Golf presentation by Toby Swager
• Discussion of LPRF/Rachel's Garden Playground
• Discussion of Pickleball and Volleyball courts
• Discussion of Soccer Clubs in Goodlettsville

Tree Board

The board is meeting to review maintenance and health plans for the arboretum. Members will also discuss tree preservation and removal at the tennis courts.

• Approval of Arboretum Health Checksheet
• Arboretum Maintenance Plan
• Tree Advisory Board Guidelines Document
• Arbor Day Event Plan
• Tree removal and replacement at tennis courts

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several ordinances to amend the official zoning map and zoning regulations. The meeting includes a public hearing on a zoning change for properties on Dickerson Road.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 20-974 to change Dickerson Road/Hwy 41/SR 11 from Agricultural to High Density Residential PUD
• Ordinance 21-1018 to change North Creek Boulevard from Commercial PUD to High Density Residential PUD
• Ordinance 21-1020 to adopt the new FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map
• Ordinance 21-1019 to allow automated car washes in the Commercial PUD district
• Resolution 21-1020 to abandon and dedicate sewer easements on South Dickerson Road

The Board of Commissioners deferred Ordinance 20-974, which would rezone properties on Dickerson Road to High Density Residential Planned Unit Development, to December 9 after a proposed amendment failed in a 2-2 vote. The board approved first readings of four other ordinances and two resolutions, including a zoning change for an apartment expansion on North Creek Boulevard and a resolution to amend the employee education incentive to include a master's degree. A resolution to abandon a sewer easement on South Dickerson Road was also deferred to December 9.

• Deferred Ordinance 20-974 (Dickerson Road rezoning) to Dec. 9 (4-0)
• Amendment to Ordinance 20-974 failed (2-2)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 21-1018 (North Creek Blvd zoning change) (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 21-1019 (automated car wash use) (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 21-1020 (FEMA flood map adoption) (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 21-1021 (temporary use standards) (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 21-1022 (Hollywood St zoning boundary) (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-1018 (Sumner County Growth Plan) and Resolution 21-1019 (education incentive) (4-0 each)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several requests for master plan approvals, rezoning, and site plans. The body will also consider recommendations for three zoning ordinance amendments and a zoning map alignment.

• Preliminary master plan for 133 townhouse units on Dickerson Road
• Site plan for a 3,550 sq. ft. medical office at Long Hollow Pike and Loretta Drive
• Preliminary master plan for 37 townhouses on Dry Creek Road
• Rezoning of 2.26 acres on North Creek Boulevard for 76 apartment units and a commercial lot
• Zoning ordinance amendments regarding temporary use permits, automated car washes, and floodplain districts

The Goodlettsville Planning and Zoning Commission approved a preliminary master plan for 132 townhouses on Dickerson Road, with stipulations, despite concerns about density. The commission also approved several other items, including a medical office site plan, a townhouse development, a rezoning for apartments, and multiple zoning ordinance amendments. All other agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved preliminary master plan for 132 townhouses at Villas at Highland Park (5-3, Parnell abstained)
• Approved Comprehensive Land Use Plan amendment to high density residential for Dickerson Road properties (8-0, Parnell abstained)
• Approved site plan for 3,550 sq. ft. medical office at Long Hollow Pike and Loretta Drive (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary master plan for 37 townhouses at Dry Creek Townhomes (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning and preliminary master plan for 76 apartment units at Vintage Northcreek Phase Two (unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Ordinance amendment for temporary use permits (unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Ordinance amendment to add automated car washes to convenience commercial (unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Ordinance amendment to incorporate updated floodplain maps (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on expanding the I-65 at Rivergate Parkway Interstate Sign District Map. Members will also consider a new Regional Center Planned Unit Development section and a contract for traffic signalization projects.

• Ordinance 21-1016: Expand I-65 at Rivergate Parkway Interstate Sign District Map (Second Reading & Public Hearing)
• Ordinance 21-1017: Include a Regional Center Planned Unit Development Section (First Reading)
• Resolution 21-1016: Extend license agreement with TDOT for landscape improvements in state right of way
• Resolution 21-1017: Professional Services Contract for traffic signalization projects funded by CMAQ Grant

The Board of Commissioners approved three ordinances and two resolutions, all by 5-0 votes. They expanded the I-65 at Rivergate Parkway Interstate Sign District Map, added a Regional Center Planned Unit Development section to the zoning code for the Rivergate/Bird Land area, extended a landscaping license agreement with TDOT, and approved a professional services contract for traffic signalization design funded by a $3.5 million CMAQ grant. The meeting was procedural with no public comments on the zoning amendment.

• Approved Ordinance 21-1016 to expand the I-65 at Rivergate Parkway Interstate Sign District Map (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-1017 to add a Regional Center Planned Unit Development Section to the zoning code (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-1016 to extend a license agreement with TDOT for landscape improvements (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-1017 for a professional services contract for traffic signalization design (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the October 14, 2021 regular meeting (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on dissolving the Goodlettsville Planning Region and amending a zoning map for South Cartwright Street. The body will also consider participating in opioid claim settlements and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.

• Ordinance 21-1014 to deactivate the Regional Planning Authority and dissolve the Planning Region
• Ordinance 21-1015 to expand the I-65 at Long Hollow Pike interstate sign district map on South Cartwright Street
• Resolution 21-1008 to extend a TDOT contract for project 120327.01 CMAQ Phase II Traffic Synchronization
• Resolution 21-1013 to participate in opioid claim settlements with pharmaceutical companies
• Resolution 21-1015 to participate in the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

The Goodlettsville Board of Commissioners approved several ordinances and resolutions, including dissolving the Goodlettsville Regional Planning Commission, expanding interstate sign districts, and authorizing participation in opioid settlement and American Rescue Plan Act funds. All votes were 4-0. The board also heard a complaint about a property at 410 Bass Street and approved a proclamation for Dr. Harry Yates Day.

• Approved Ordinance 21-1014 to dissolve the Goodlettsville Regional Planning Commission (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-1015 to expand the I-65 at Long Hollow Pike sign district to include property on South Cartwright Street (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-1008 to extend TDOT contract for CMAQ Phase II Traffic Synchronization (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-1016 to expand the I-65 at Rivergate Parkway sign district (first reading) (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-1013 to join opioid settlement proceedings (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-1014 proclaiming October 16, 2021 as Dr. Harry Yates Day (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-1015 to participate in American Rescue Plan Act funds (4-0)

Beer Board

The Beer Board is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes and review a new permit request. The board will consider a request from QuikTrip Corporation for the off-premise sale of beer.

• Permit request for off-premise beer sales at QuikTrip Corporation, 944 Highway 31W

The Goodlettsville Beer Board approved a beer permit for QuikTrip Corporation at 944 HWY 31 W for off-premises package retail sales, with a 4-0 vote. The board also approved the minutes of the corrected September 19th special meeting (3-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved QuikTrip off-premises beer permit (4-0)
• Approved minutes of corrected September 19th special meeting (3-0)

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board is meeting in regular session. The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several development requests, including a preliminary master plan for 133 townhouses on Dickerson Road. The body is also considering amendments to the City's Comprehensive Land Use Plan and the commission's own designation status.

• Preliminary master plan for 133 townhouse units on 19.12 acres on Dickerson Road
• Buffer screen design for a 3,055 sq. ft. commercial center at 120 Rivergate Parkway and Donald Ave
• Request to classify a counseling center as a conditional use religious facility on Happy Hollow Road
• Zoning use approval for a fire sprinkler facility on 1.52 acres on Windsor Green Ct
• Proposed change of Planning Commission designation from regional to municipal

The Goodlettsville Planning and Zoning Commission deferred a request for preliminary master plan approval of the 133-unit Villas at Highland Park townhouse development on Dickerson Road, opting instead for a study session to discuss design concerns. The commission also approved several other items, including a maintenance bond for Copper Creek improvements, a buffer screen design for a Rivergate commercial center, an interstate sign zone map amendment, a zoning use approval for a fire sprinkler facility, by-law amendments, and a zoning ordinance amendment for Regional Center Planned Unit Development districts.

• Approved Copper Creek 2-5/Meritage Homes public improvements with $40,000 maintenance bond (unanimous)
• Approved Rivergate Shell Building buffer screen design (unanimous)
• Deferred Villas at Highland Park preliminary master plan for study session (unanimous)
• Deferred Comprehensive Land Use Plan amendment for Dickerson Road properties (unanimous)
• Approved I-65 @ Long Hollow Pike Interstate Sign Zone Map amendment (unanimous)
• Approved zoning use for International Fire Sprinkler Protection INC with additional landscaping (unanimous)
• Approved Planning Commission By-Laws amendment and municipal designation request (unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Ordinance amendment for Regional Center Planned Unit Development districts (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The board will meet to review staff reports and discuss several ongoing and new projects. Topics include playground updates, sports courts, and park signage.

• LPRF/Rachel's Garden Playground
• Pickleball Courts
• Directional Signs in Moss-Wright Park
• Volleyball Courts
• Disc Golf & Skate Park

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold second readings and public hearings on six ordinances. These include changes to zoning, municipal code, and fire protection. The Board will also consider a resolution regarding a safety grant program.

• Ordinance 21-1007: fence material and location requirements
• Ordinance 21-1008: minimum interior dimensions for one and two car garages
• Ordinance 21-1009: reducing Regional Planning Commission members from 11 to 9
• Ordinance 21-1010: reducing Peddler Permit fee from $100.00 to $50.00
• Resolution 21-1011: participation in PE Partners 'Safety Partners' Matching Grant Program

The Goodlettsville Board of Commissioners approved six ordinances and one resolution, all by 4-0 votes. Key actions included amending zoning rules for fences and garage dimensions, reducing the Regional Planning Commission from 11 to 7 members effective January 1, 2022, lowering the peddler permit fee from $100 to $50, updating building and fire codes, and authorizing participation in a safety grant program. All public hearings had no speakers.

• Approved Ordinance 21-1007 defining fence material and location requirements (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-1008 defining minimum garage dimensions (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-1009 reducing Planning Commission from 11 to 7 members, effective Jan 1, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-1010 reducing peddler permit fee from $100 to $50 (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-1011 updating Standard Building Code (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-1012 amending fire protection code (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-1011 authorizing participation in PE Partners Safety Partners Matching Grant (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold second readings and public hearings on ordinances regarding vehicle noise, beer regulations, and sidewalk blocking. The body is also considering new proposals to modify zoning for interstate signs and deactivate the Goodlettsville Planning Region.

• Ordinance 21-1005: Two additional residential units for Hill Place Master Plan on Brick Church Pike
• Ordinance 21-1013: Permitting interstate advertisement facilities in CSL, IG, and IR districts near I-65
• Ordinance 21-1014: Request to deactivate the Regional Planning Authority and dissolve the Goodlettsville Planning Region
• Resolution 21-999: Employee Leave COVID Vaccination Incentive Program
• Resolution 21-1007: Acceptance of Copper Creek Phase 2-1 public improvements from Meritage Homes

The Goodlettsville Board of Commissioners approved several ordinances, including a vehicle noise ordinance (21-1001), a beer code amendment (21-1002), a sidewalk obstruction ordinance (21-1004), and a Hill Place Master Plan amendment (21-1005), all by 4-0 votes. The board denied a billboard ordinance (21-1013) for a 750-square-foot sign at 705 Rivergate Parkway, also 4-0. A COVID vaccination incentive resolution (21-999) died due to lack of a motion.

• Approved vehicle noise ordinance 21-1001 (4-0)
• Approved beer code amendment 21-1002 (4-0)
• Approved sidewalk obstruction ordinance 21-1004 (4-0)
• Approved Hill Place Master Plan amendment 21-1005 (4-0)
• Denied billboard ordinance 21-1013 for 705 Rivergate Parkway (4-0)
• Approved ordinance 21-1014 to dissolve Regional Planning Authority (4-0)
• Approved ordinance 21-1015 expanding I-65 sign district (4-0)
• Deferred resolution 21-1008 on TDOT contract (4-0)

Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a temporary use request for JoJos Hot Dogs and BBQ. The board will also review the meeting minutes from August 3, 2021.

• Public hearing for JoJos Hot Dogs and BBQ request for outdoor seasonal ice cream sale at 240 Long Hollow Pike

The Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals unanimously approved a temporary use permit for JoJo's Hot Dogs and BBQ to operate an outdoor seasonal food (ice cream) trailer at 240 Long Hollow Pike. The approval includes stipulations limiting the trailer to 60 days per year, requiring it to be parked behind the building and unused for business outside those days, and requiring a new permit for 2022. The board also unanimously approved the minutes of the August 3, 2021 meeting.

• Approved temporary use permit for outdoor ice cream sales at 240 Long Hollow Pike (unanimous)
• Approved August 3, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several site plan approvals and rezoning requests. The body will also consider amendments to the Zoning Ordinance regarding commission membership and accessory dwelling units.

• Preliminary master plan for 133 townhouse units on 19.12 acres on Dickerson Road
• Site plan for a 3,055 sq. ft. commercial center at 120 Rivergate Parkway and Donald Ave
• Site plan for a 2,362 sq. ft. Bojangles restaurant at Long Hollow Pike and Caldwell Drive
• Proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment to reduce Planning Commission members from 11 to 9
• Proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment to allow single family dwelling extensions in R-7 and R-10 districts

The Goodlettsville Planning and Zoning Commission approved a one-year performance bond extension and reduction for the Parkview Preserve 2 subdivision, approved a site plan for a commercial center at 120 Rivergate Parkway, and approved a site plan for a Bojangles restaurant at Long Hollow Pike and Caldwell Drive. The commission deferred a preliminary master plan for the Villas at Highland Park townhouse development and a related land use plan amendment. It also approved a recommendation to reduce the Planning Commission's membership from 11 to 9 and denied a request to allow accessory buildings to be used as dwelling units.

• Approved a one-year extension and reduction of the performance bond for Parkview Preserve 2 to $300,000.
• Approved the site plan for a 3,055 sq. ft. commercial center at 120 Rivergate Parkway, deferring the landscape design stipulation to October.
• Deferred the preliminary master plan for the 133-unit Villas at Highland Park townhouse development on Dickerson Road.
• Deferred the related Comprehensive Land Use Plan amendment for properties on Dickerson Road.
• Approved a recommendation to amend the I-65 @ Long Hollow Pike Interstate Sign Zone Map to include a section of the Associated Wholesale Grocers property.
• Approved the site plan for a 2,362 sq. ft. Bojangles restaurant at Long Hollow Pike and Caldwell Drive with stipulations.
• Approved a revision to the Caldwell Square/Publix Center Final Master Plan for the Bojangles sign design.
• Approved a recommendation to reduce the Planning Commission membership from 11 to 9 members.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider second readings for tax rates and firearms code amendments. New business includes proposed zoning changes, a reduction in the Regional Planning Commission size, and several grant applications.

• Ordinance 21-1003: State Certified tax rates for fiscal year July 1, 2021, thru June 30, 2022
• Ordinance 21-1010: Reducing Peddler Permit fee from $100.00 to $50.00
• Ordinance 21-1007 and 21-1008: Zoning amendments for fence requirements and garage dimensions
• Resolution 21-1000: Data sharing agreement with Flock Group, LLC
• Resolution 21-1006: Emergency purchase order for HVAC system at Mansker's Station Visitor Center

The Board of Commissioners approved the state-certified tax rates for fiscal year 2021-22, set at $0.7222 in Davidson County and $0.8066 in Sumner County. They also passed first readings of ordinances defining fence requirements, garage dimensions, reducing the Planning Commission from 11 to 9 members, lowering the Peddler Permit fee to $50, and adopting updated building and fire codes. The board approved resolutions for a KABOOM! playground grant, a data-sharing agreement with Flock Group, a Peay Park redevelopment grant, a tourism contract, a vending services procurement method, an employee service recognition program, a new pick-up truck purchase, and an emergency HVAC purchase. A resolution for a COVID vaccination incentive program was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved Ordinance 21-1003 adopting state-certified tax rates for FY 2021-22 (3-0).
• Approved Ordinance 21-1006 aligning weapons/firearms code with state law (3-0).
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 21-1007 defining fence material and location requirements (3-0).
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 21-1008 setting minimum garage dimensions (3-0).
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 21-1009 reducing Planning Commission from 11 to 9 members (3-0).
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 21-1010 reducing Peddler Permit fee from $100 to $50 (3-0).
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 21-1011 adopting 2018 International Building Codes (3-0).
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 21-1012 adopting 2018 International Fire Code (3-0).

Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review one temporary use request. The board is considering a request for a carnival to operate on 18.66 acres of land.

• Temporary use approval request for a carnival at 1000 Rivergate Parkway from August 21 to September 5, 2021

The Goodlettsville Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals unanimously approved a temporary use permit for a carnival on 18.66 acres at 1000 Rivergate Parkway, operating from August 21 to September 5, 2021. The approval includes a variance from the zoning ordinance's 7-day limit for carnivals in the CSL district, allowing 16 days. The board also required a security plan, including off-duty Goodlettsville police officers, and noted the permit is only for 2021.

• Approved temporary use permit for carnival at 1000 Rivergate Parkway (unanimous)
• Granted variance from 7-day limit to allow 16-day carnival operation
• Required security plan with off-duty Goodlettsville police officers
• Approved June 1, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several development requests, including a 133-unit townhouse project on Dickerson Road. The body will also consider amendments to the Zoning Ordinance regarding garage dimensions, fence requirements, and billboard sizes.

• Preliminary master plan for 133 townhouse units on 19.12 acres on Dickerson Road
• Site plan for a 3,250 sq. ft. commercial center at 120 Rivergate Parkway and Donald Ave
• Request to classify a counseling center as a conditional use religious facility on Happy Hollow Road
• Proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment to increase pole sign square footage at 705 Rivergate Parkway
• Proposed Zoning Ordinance amendments for garage dimensions and front yard fence requirements

The Goodlettsville Planning Commission denied a request to amend the zoning ordinance to allow a 750-square-foot billboard at 705 Rivergate Parkway, and approved recommendations for several zoning amendments, including new garage size definitions and fence regulations. The commission also approved a maintenance bond for Copper Creek improvements, approved a final plat amendment for Parkview Preserve, and deferred several other items.

• Approved Copper Creek 2-1/Meritage Homes public improvements with $125,000 maintenance bond (unanimous)
• Approved Parkview Preserve Phase 2 final plat amendment reducing rear setback to 16.5 feet for lots 93-104 (unanimous)
• Deferred Rivergate Shell Building site plan approval (unanimous)
• Deferred John and Nicole Levoy counseling center religious facility recommendation (unanimous)
• Denied Kenjoh Outdoor Advertising billboard zoning amendment request (unanimous)
• Approved zoning ordinance amendment for garage size definitions (unanimous)
• Approved zoning ordinance amendment for front yard fence materials and heights (unanimous)
• Deferred Regional Center PUD zoning ordinance amendment to October meeting (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The board will review reports from the Superintendents of Parks and Recreation. Discussion items include TDEC benchmarking, soccer clubs, Rachel's Garden, and the addition of pickleball courts.

• TDEC Benchmarking
• Soccer Clubs in Goodlettsville
• LPRF/Rachel's Garden
• Pickleball Courts

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding exterior building materials and municipal code updates. The meeting includes first readings for tax rates, vehicle noise rules, and firearm regulations. The board will also consider several resolutions regarding site plans and infrastructure grants.

• Ordinances 21-998 and 21-999 to restrict certain exterior building materials
• Ordinance 21-1003 to adopt State Certified tax rates for fiscal year 2021-2022
• Ordinance 21-1005 to add two residential units to the Hill Place Master Plan on Brick Church Pike
• Resolution 21-991 for a revised site plan on Long Hollow Pike for Publix/Caldwell Center
• Resolution 21-997 to apply for federal COVID relief funds for sidewalk repair

The Board of Commissioners approved ordinances adopting exterior building material requirements and design guidelines, and passed several other items including a vehicle noise ordinance, beer code amendments, and tax rate adoption. All votes were 4-0. The board also approved resolutions for a Publix site plan amendment, emergency HVAC purchase, and federal grant applications.

• Approved Ordinance 21-998 adopting exterior building material requirements (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-999 adopting exterior building design guidelines (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-1001 creating vehicle noise violation at 50 feet (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-1002 amending beer code (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-1003 adopting state certified tax rates (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-1004 as amended to block sidewalks/streets (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-991 as amended for Publix/Caldwell site plan (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-993 for emergency HVAC purchase at $23,900 (4-0)

Industrial Development Board

The Goodlettsville Industrial Development Board met on July 13, 2021, but with only four of seven members present, no quorum was met. As a result, no business was conducted, including the approval of the July 14, 2020 minutes and the annual election of officers. The board received an update on existing city projects from staff before adjourning at 7:16 p.m.

• No quorum present; no vote taken on minutes of July 14, 2020
• No vote taken for Annual Election of Officers
• No business conducted; meeting adjourned at 7:16 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering recommendations and approvals for multiple housing projects and commercial site plans. The meeting includes requests for master plan amendments, final approvals for townhouse units, and a comprehensive land use plan amendment.

• Request for 133 townhouse units on 19.12 acres on Dickerson Road (Villas at Highland Park)
• Final master plan approval for 39 townhouse units on 5.39 acres on Dry Creek Road (Dry Creek Commons Phase Two)
• Site plan approval for a 3,250 sq. ft. commercial center at 120 Rivergate Parkway and Donald Ave
• Request for two additional residential units on 6.83 acres on Brick Church Pike (The Hill Place)
• Revised limited access drive connection on Long Hollow Pike for Publix/Caldwell Square Center

The Goodlettsville Planning and Zoning Commission approved several development requests, including the acceptance of public improvements for Copper Creek with a one-year maintenance bond, an amendment to The Hill Place master plan for two additional residential units, final master plan approval for Dry Creek Commons Phase Two, and deferred a preliminary master plan for Villas at Highland Park. The commission denied a revised limited access drive connection on Long Hollow Pike for the Publix/Caldwell Square Center.

• Approved Copper Creek 2-6 improvements with a one-year maintenance bond, contingent on sidewalk and detention pond repairs.
• Approved The Hill Place master plan amendment for two additional residential units on Brick Church Pike.
• Approved Dry Creek Commons Phase Two final master plan for 39 townhouse units, with consultant review comments to be addressed.
• Deferred Villas at Highland Park preliminary master plan to a future meeting to address TVA easement, fire access, and design issues.
• Deferred the Comprehensive Land Use Plan amendment for Dickerson Road properties, tied to the Villas at Highland Park item.
• Denied the revised limited access drive connection on Long Hollow Pike for the Publix/Caldwell Square Center.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider three ordinances regarding zoning, design guidelines, and the Municipal Code. The meeting includes discussions on state contracts, surplus property disposal, and a financial donation to the local Chamber of Commerce.

• Ordinance 21-998: Exterior building material requirements for zoning
• Ordinance 21-999: Exterior building requirements for design guidelines
• Resolution 21-987: Contract with Tennessee Department of Transportation for right-of-way maintenance
• Resolution 21-988: Disposal of surplus city property via auction
• Resolution 21-989: Financial donation to the Goodlettsville Area Chamber of Commerce

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved three ordinances on first reading: 21-998 (exterior building material requirements), 21-999 (design guidelines for exterior building requirements), and 21-1000 (replacing the stormwater ordinance). They also approved four resolutions: 21-987 (TDOT right-of-way maintenance contract), 21-988 (declaring property surplus for auction), 21-989 (donation to the Chamber of Commerce), and 21-990 (state grant contract). All votes were 5-0.

• Approved Ordinance 21-998 (exterior building material requirements) 5-0
• Approved Ordinance 21-999 (design guidelines for exterior building requirements) 5-0
• Approved Ordinance 21-1000 (stormwater ordinance update) 5-0
• Approved Resolution 21-987 (TDOT right-of-way maintenance contract) 5-0
• Approved Resolution 21-988 (surplus property disposal by auction) 5-0
• Approved Resolution 21-989 (Chamber of Commerce donation) 5-0
• Approved Resolution 21-990 (state grant contract) 5-0
• Approved minutes of June 10, 2021 meeting 5-0

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss a contract for asphalt preservation and the acceptance of public improvements at Windsor Green Court. The board will also hold a second reading for an ordinance regarding off-premise beer permits.

• Ordinance 21-997: Amendment to Municipal Code regarding Off Premise Beer Permits (Second Reading)
• Resolution 21-985: Contract with Pavement Restorations, Incorporated for Asphalt Preservation Services
• Resolution 21-986: Acceptance of Windsor Green Court public improvements from North Creek Commons / Armed Services Mutual Benefits Association

The Board of Commissioners approved Ordinance 21-997, amending the municipal code to create a new subsection on Off Premise Beer Permits, on second reading. They also approved Resolution 21-985, accepting the low bid and contract with Pavement Restorations, Inc. for asphalt preservation services, and Resolution 21-986, accepting Windsor Green Court public improvements with a one-year maintenance bond. All votes were 5-0. The board also heard announcements about the 4th of July Celebration and a state grant for Rachel's Garden playground.

• Approved Ordinance 21-997 (Off Premise Beer Permits) 5-0
• Approved Resolution 21-985 (asphalt preservation contract with Pavement Restorations, Inc.) 5-0
• Approved Resolution 21-986 (accept Windsor Green Court improvements with maintenance bond) 5-0
• Approved minutes of May 27, 2021 meeting 5-0

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider site plan approvals for commercial developments and a design guideline variance. The body will also review a proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance and Design Guidelines regarding building materials to comply with state law.

• Site plan for a 3,250 sq. ft. commercial center at 120 Rivergate Parkway and Donald Ave.
• Parking lot expansion of 16 spaces at 144 Long Hollow Pike.
• Retail use classification and building alterations at 500 S. Main Street.
• Design Guideline variance for a 1,200 sq. ft. addition at 226 S. Main Street.
• Proposed amendments to Zoning Ordinance Section 14-208 (4)(c)(i) and Design Guidelines Section 5.

The Goodlettsville Planning and Zoning Commission approved several items, including accepting Windsor Green Court public improvements with a one-year maintenance bond, a parking lot expansion for a business at 144 Long Hollow Pike, a retail use for Tint World at 500 S. Main Street, and an alternative building design for a church addition. They also recommended amending zoning and design guidelines to comply with state law. All votes were 6-0 except the parking lot expansion, which passed 5-1.

• Approved Windsor Green Court public improvements with one-year maintenance bond (6-0)
• Approved parking lot expansion at 144 Long Hollow Pike with stipulations (5-1)
• Approved Tint World general retail sales use at 500 S. Main Street (6-0)
• Approved alternative building design for church addition at 226 S. Main Street (6-0)
• Approved zoning ordinance and design guidelines amendment for waiver review process (6-0)

Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals will review two requests for zoning variances. The board will also vote on the approval of the May 4, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Front setback variance request for an accessory detached building at 301 Melissa Drive
• Setback variance request for digital signage at 201 Alta Loma Drive (Rivergate Church of Christ)

The Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals denied a request for a front setback variance for an accessory carport at 301 Melissa Drive, voting 3-0 to uphold the zoning violation notice. The board also approved, 3-0, a variance for Rivergate Church of Christ to add digital signage to an existing sign at 201 Alta Loma Drive, subject to a condition that lighting intensity be reduced from dusk to dawn.

• Denied variance for accessory building at 301 Melissa Drive (3-0)
• Approved digital sign variance for Rivergate Church of Christ at 201 Alta Loma Drive (3-0)
• Approved minutes of May 4, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold second readings and public hearings on the annual budget and regulations for sexually oriented businesses. The board will also consider a new subsection regarding off-premise beer permits.

• Ordinance 21-995: Annual budget for fiscal year July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022
• Ordinance 21-996: Creation of Municipal Code Chapter 6 regarding Sexually Oriented Businesses
• Ordinance 21-997: Amendment to Municipal Code regarding Off Premise Beer Permits
• Resolution 21-984: Proclaiming June 3, 2021 as Clint Parnell Day

The Board of Commissioners, with three members present, approved the FY2022 budget (Ordinance 21-995) as amended, including a carryover for streambank stabilization. They also approved a new chapter regulating sexually oriented businesses (Ordinance 21-996) and an ordinance amending off-premise beer permit rules (Ordinance 21-997). A resolution proclaiming June 3, 2021 as Clint Parnell Day was adopted. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved FY2022 budget as amended (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-996 creating regulations for sexually oriented businesses (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-997 amending off-premise beer permit rules (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-984 proclaiming Clint Parnell Day (3-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The board will review reports from the Superintendents of Parks and Recreation. Discussion items include the LPRF Grant, TDEC Benchmarking, and aquatics. New business includes soccer clubs in city parks, volleyball courts, and wayfinding.

• LPRF Grant
• TDEC Benchmarking
• Aquatics
• Soccer Clubs in Goodlettsville Parks
• Volleyball Courts

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review the proposed annual budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The meeting includes public hearings on zoning map amendments and adult-oriented establishment definitions. Other items include a new chapter on sexually oriented businesses and a TDOT contract for traffic improvements.

• Ordinance 21-995: Annual budget for July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022
• Ordinance 21-993: Zoning change to HDRPUD for properties on Dickerson Road, Dry Creek Road, and Robert Cartwright Drive
• Ordinance 21-994: Amendments to adult oriented establishment definitions and separation distances
• Ordinance 21-996: Creation of Municipal Code Chapter 6 regarding Sexually Oriented Businesses
• Resolution 21-983: TDOT contract for traffic flow and signal upgrades (Phase III)

The Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning for properties on Dickerson Road, Dry Creek Road, and Robert Cartwright Drive from commercial to high-density residential, despite a city manager recommendation to defer due to sewer capacity issues with Metro Water Services. The board also approved ordinances expanding adult-oriented business zoning and regulations, adopted the FY 2021-2022 budget on first reading, and approved a traffic signal upgrade grant contract.

• Approved Ordinance 21-993 rezoning Dry Creek Farms properties to HDRPUD (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-994 expanding adult-oriented establishment zoning definitions (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-995 FY 2021-2022 budget on first reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-996 creating Sexually Oriented Businesses regulations (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-983 TDOT traffic signal upgrade contract (5-0)
• Approved April 22, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and hold a public hearing regarding a property variance request. The board will consider a request to connect a garage to a house via a new addition.

• Public hearing for James T. McMillon regarding side and rear building setback variances for a 534 sq. ft. addition at 502 Wallace Drive

The Goodlettsville Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals approved a request by James T. McMillon for side and rear building setback variances to connect an existing garage to his house with a 534 sq. ft. addition at 502 Wallace Drive. The approval includes a stipulation that the existing accessory building's exterior walls meet residential code fire ratings. The motion passed unanimously 4-0.

• Approved variance for 534 sq. ft. addition connecting garage to house (4-0)
• Approved minutes of February 2, 2021 meeting as written (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:12 pm (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss two development proposals on Dickerson Road and a draft amendment to the Regional Center Zoning Ordinance. The body will also review residential parking, sidewalk garage orientation, and design standards regarding prohibited materials.

• Mixed Use Development Proposal at 805 Dickerson Road (1.2 Acres)
• Commercial Proposal at 820 Dickerson Road (3.69 Acres)
• Regional Center Zoning Ordinance Amendment draft
• Residential parking and sidewalk garage orientation
• Design Standards Prohibited Materials related to new state law

The Goodlettsville Planning and Zoning Commission held a discussion-only meeting on May 3, 2021, with no formal votes on substantive items. Staff presented proposals for a mixed-use development at 805 Dickerson Road and a commercial rezoning at 820 Dickerson Road, but no decisions were made. The commission also discussed a draft zoning ordinance amendment for the Regional Center, residential parking and garage design standards, and the impact of a new state law on design standards for single-family homes. The meeting was adjourned after a public forum with no speakers.

• Approved agenda (11-0)
• Approved minutes of April 5, 2021 meeting (11-0)
• Closed public forum with no speakers (11-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a local litigation tax and court administrative fee. The body is also considering zoning amendments for residential development and adult-oriented establishment definitions.

• Ordinance 21-990: Local litigation tax and court administrative fee (Second Reading/Public Hearing)
• Ordinance 21-993: Rezoning Dickerson Road, Dry Creek Road, and Robert Cartwright Drive to High Density Residential PUD (First Reading)
• Ordinance 21-994: Amendments to adult oriented establishment definitions and IG Zoning District (First Reading)
• Resolution 21-979: Criteria for multi-way stops on residential streets
• Resolution 21-982: Grant application for State of Tennessee Infrastructure Planning Grant for GIS Wastewater Mapping

The Board of Commissioners approved a local litigation tax and court fee, a zoning change for properties on Dickerson Road, Dry Creek Road, and Robert Cartwright Drive, and several resolutions including one on multi-way stops and two requesting federal and state assistance for American Rescue Plan Act funding. All votes were unanimous (4-0 or 5-0). The board also authorized a grant application for GIS wastewater mapping.

• Approved Ordinance 21-990 establishing local litigation tax and court administrative fee (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-993 rezoning properties on Dickerson Road, Dry Creek Road, and Robert Cartwright Drive to HDRPUD (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-979 establishing multi-way stop warrant criteria on residential streets (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-980 requesting federal delegation assistance with ARPA funding (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-981 requesting state delegation assistance with ARPA funding (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-982 authorizing grant application for GIS Wastewater Mapping (5-0)

Beer Board

The Goodlettsville Beer Board will meet to elect its Chairman and Vice Chairman. The board will also review a permit request for the on-premise sale of beer at a special venue.

• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Beer permit request for Gravity Complex at 620 North Main Street

The Goodlettsville Beer Board approved the minutes of the September 19th special meeting and re-elected Jerry Mayes as Chairman and Jennifer Duncan as Vice Chair, both by 4-0 votes. The board denied a request from Gravity Complex at 620 North Main Street for an on-premise beer permit because the venue was not properly recognized as an on-premise permit. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of September 19th special meeting (4-0)
• Re-elected Jerry Mayes as Chairman (4-0)
• Re-elected Jennifer Duncan as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Denied on-premise beer permit for Gravity Complex at 620 North Main Street

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on two zoning ordinances regarding sign heights and critical lot definitions. The body will also consider resolutions regarding municipal fees, a tower lease extension, and a construction bid.

• Ordinance 21-991: Proposed interstate sign height criteria (Second Reading/Public Hearing)
• Ordinance 21-992: Proposed critical lot and design plan requirements (Second Reading/Public Hearing)
• Resolution 21-975: Setting fees for municipal services
• Resolution 21-976: Lease option extension with Vertical Bridge Development, LLC for a telecommunications tower
• Resolution 21-977: Low bid from Sessions Paving for the Conference Drive Enhancement Project

The Board of Commissioners approved all items on the agenda by 4-0 votes. This included two zoning ordinance amendments (sign height and critical lots), a new fee schedule for municipal services, an extension of a lease option for a telecommunications tower, a paving contract for the Conference Drive Enhancement Project, and a resolution recognizing Volunteer State Community College's 50th anniversary. The board also approved the minutes of the previous meeting. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved minutes of the March 25, 2021 regular meeting (4-0).
• Approved Ordinance 21-991 amending sign regulations for increased interstate sign height (4-0).
• Approved Ordinance 21-992 defining critical lots and engineer design plan requirements (4-0).
• Approved Resolution 21-975 setting fees for municipal services, including new engineering review fees (4-0).
• Approved Resolution 21-976 extending the lease option with Vertical Bridge Development, LLC for a telecom tower through July 24th for $800 (4-0).
• Approved Resolution 21-977 accepting the low bid of Sessions Paving for the Conference Drive Enhancement Project (4-0).
• Approved Resolution 21-978 recognizing Volunteer State Community College's 50th anniversary (4-0).

General

The Goodlettsville Planning and Zoning Commission approved a rezoning and master plan amendment for the Dry Creek Farms PUD, allowing 117 townhouse units on 21.38 acres, with staff stipulations. The commission also approved final master plans for phases 5 and 6 of Echo Hills Estates, a site plan for a new Goodlettsville Elementary School, an alternative design for an accessory building, and recommended a zoning ordinance amendment regarding adult-oriented establishments. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Dry Creek Farms master plan amendment and rezoning of 21.38 acres from CPUD to HDRPUD for 117 townhouses (11-0)
• Approved Echo Hills Estates final master/construction plans for phases 5 and 6, including 61 single-family lots (11-0)
• Approved site plan for new 81,797 sq. ft. Goodlettsville Elementary School at 514 Donald Ave (11-0)
• Approved alternative design for 1,600 sq. ft. accessory building at 106 Essex Ct with 20% brick and landscaping requirements (10-0)
• Recommended zoning ordinance amendment to regulate adult-oriented establishment locations (9-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a first reading of an ordinance to establish a local litigation tax and a court administrative fee for non-moving violations. The meeting includes discussions on surplus property sales and grant applications for highway safety and tree planting.

• Ordinance 21-990: local litigation tax and court administrative fee for non-moving violations
• Resolution 21-969: donation of surplus fire rescue vehicle to Shackle Island Volunteer Fire Department
• Resolution 21-972: sale of surplus city property via online auction
• Resolution 21-973: grant application with TN Highway Safety Office for equipment and enforcement
• Resolution 21-974: grant application for tree planting through TN Agriculture Enhancement Program

The Board deferred indefinitely a resolution to donate a surplus Fire Department rescue vehicle to the Shackle Island Volunteer Fire Department, after concerns about legal authority and the recipient's agreement to purchase it. The deferral passed 4-1, with Commissioner Young voting no. The Board also approved first reading of Ordinance 21-990 establishing a local litigation tax and court administrative fee, and approved resolutions for surplus property auction, a highway safety grant application, and a tree planting grant application.

• Approved minutes of the February 25, 2021 regular meeting (5-0).
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 21-990 establishing a local litigation tax and court administrative fee (5-0).
• Deferred indefinitely Resolution 21-969 to donate a surplus fire rescue vehicle to Shackle Island VFD (4-1).
• Approved Resolution 21-972 declaring certain property surplus and authorizing disposal by online auction (5-0).
• Approved Resolution 21-973 acknowledging a grant application with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (5-0).
• Approved Resolution 21-974 authorizing application for a Tennessee Agriculture Enhancement Program Grant for tree planting (5-0).

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including a zoning change on North Main Street and updated sewer service rates. The meeting also includes first readings for a local litigation tax and updated sign regulations.

• Ordinance 21-984: Change North Main Street property from CS Commercial Services to HDRPUD
• Ordinance 21-988: Establish a new schedule of rates for sewer services
• Ordinance 21-990: Establish a local litigation tax and court administrative fee
• Ordinance 21-986: Close right-of-way at Two Mile Pike and Frances Street intersection
• Resolution 21-969: Donate surplus fire department rescue vehicle to Shackle Island Volunteer Fire Department

The Goodlettsville Board of Commissioners approved a 7% sewer rate increase (Ordinance 21-988) and several zoning amendments, including a rezoning on N. Main Street (Ordinance 21-984) and a sign height increase for interstate signs (Ordinance 21-991). They deferred a resolution to donate a surplus fire truck to the Shackle Island Volunteer Fire Department due to its non-profit status not being registered, and also deferred a litigation tax ordinance. The board voted 4-0 on all actions, with Commissioner Young absent.

• Approved minutes of the February 25, 2021 meeting (4-0).
• Approved Ordinance 21-984, rezoning N. Main Street property to HDRPUD with amendment (4-0).
• Approved Ordinance 21-985, amending building height definition for sloped roofs (4-0).
• Approved Ordinance 21-986, closing right-of-way at Two Mile Pike and Frances Street (4-0).
• Approved Ordinance 21-988, increasing sewer rates by 7% (4-0).
• Approved Ordinance 21-989, updating sewer use regulations (4-0).
• Deferred Ordinance 21-990, litigation tax, and Resolution 21-969, fire truck donation (4-0).
• Approved Ordinances 21-991, 21-992, and Resolutions 21-968, 21-970, 21-971 (4-0).

Planning Commission

The Goodlettsville Planning and Zoning Commission deferred a request to rezone 21.38 acres at Dry Creek Road and Dickerson Road for 123 townhouse units, citing concerns about reducing commercial land and design standards. The commission also deferred final master plan approvals for phases five and six of Echo Hills Estates due to stormwater design questions, and deferred a conditional use request for a mini-warehouse storage facility pending design details. The commission approved a zoning ordinance amendment to allow increased sign heights for interstate signs, moving the Quik Trip sign request to the City Commission for review.

• Deferred Dry Creek Farms master plan amendment and rezoning for 123 townhouse units (motion passed 10-0).
• Deferred Echo Hills Estates final master/construction plans for phase five (30 lots) and phase six (31 lots) (motion passed 10-0).
• Deferred conditional use request for a mini-warehouse storage facility on North Creek Blvd (motion passed 10-0).
• Approved zoning ordinance amendment to allow increased sign height for interstate signs (motion passed 8-1).
• Approved agenda, suspension of by-laws for remote meeting, and minutes of February 1, 2021 meeting (each passed 9-0).

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss updates to the municipal code and territorial boundaries. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding the Sumner County Urban Growth Boundary.

• Ordinance 21-986: Membership of the Goodlettsville Hearing Authority (Second Reading)
• Ordinance 21-989: New Sewer Use Regulations
• Resolution 21-965: Recommended territorial boundaries for the Sumner County Urban Growth Boundary (Public Hearing)
• Resolution 21-966: Buyout of street lights with Nashville Electric Service and PATH Company contract change order

The Board of Commissioners approved four items by 5-0 votes: Ordinance 21-987 (amending Wastewater Hearing Authority membership), Ordinance 21-989 (replacing sewer use regulations to remove Metro Nashville references), Resolution 21-966 (recommending an urban growth boundary expansion near Happy Hollow), and Resolution 21-967 (authorizing a $188,957.56 buyout of street lights from Nashville Electric Service and a corresponding change order with PATH Company). The board also discussed possibly donating a rescue truck to the Shackle Island Fire Department instead of selling it, with a resolution to be prepared for the next meeting. No public comments were made during the public hearing on the growth boundary.

• Approved minutes of the February 11, 2021 meeting by a 5-0 vote.
• Approved Ordinance 21-987 (Wastewater Hearing Authority membership amendment) by a 5-0 vote.
• Approved Ordinance 21-989 (Sewer Use Regulations replacement) by a 5-0 vote.
• Approved Resolution 21-966 (urban growth boundary amendment recommendation) by a 5-0 vote after a public hearing with no speakers.
• Approved Resolution 21-967 (street light buyout from NES and PATH change order) by a 5-0 vote.
• Discussed donating a rescue truck to Shackle Island Fire Department; no action taken, resolution to be drafted for March 11 meeting.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold first readings on several ordinances, including zoning changes and sewer rate updates. The body will also consider resolutions regarding city policies, board appointments, and a service agreement for mowing.

• Ordinance 21-984: Rezoning N. Main Street from Commercial Services to High Density Residential Planned Unit Development
• Ordinance 21-988: New schedule of rates for city sewer services
• Ordinance 21-986: Closing a section of right-of-way at Two Mile Pike and Frances Street
• Resolution 21-962: Agreement with Seasons Change for mowing and herbicide application
• Resolution 21-963: Sale of surplus property to Shackle Island Volunteer Fire Department

The Board of Commissioners approved first reading of Ordinance 21-984, rezoning a N. Main Street property from Commercial Services to High Density Residential Planned Unit Development with a preliminary master plan, by a 4-1 vote. The board also approved first readings of ordinances on building height definitions, right-of-way closure, Wastewater Hearing Authority membership, and a 7% sewer rate increase, all by 5-0 votes. Additionally, resolutions were passed opposing a state stormwater bill, ratifying board appointments, and approving a landscaping contract and sale of a surplus fire truck.

• Approved Ordinance 21-984, rezoning N. Main St. property to HDRPUD with master plan (4-1)
• Approved Ordinance 21-985, amending building height definition for sloped roofs (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-986, closing right-of-way at Two Mile Pike and Frances St. (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-987, transferring Wastewater Hearing Authority duties to Board of Zoning Appeals (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-988, 7% sewer rate increase (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-960, opposing Senate Bill 0113 on stormwater credits (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-962, $87,817 annual mowing contract with Seasons Change Landscaping (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-963, selling surplus fire rescue truck to Shackle Island VFD for $22,000 (5-0)

Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals

The Board approved David Rowe-Mabee's conditional use request for an animal raising use on 24.19 acres at Tabor and Hasty Drives, allowing up to 6 horses, 2 cows, and 10-15 chickens on roughly 20 acres, with all staff recommendations attached. The approval includes conditions such as a 50-foot buffer, a 50-foot barn setback, a 2,100 sq. ft. barn limit, and a requirement for an engineer drainage study reviewed by the Planning Commission. The motion passed 4-0. The Board also agreed to serve as the appeals body for sewer fee assessments, though no such cases are anticipated.

• Approved conditional use for animal raising (6 horses, 2 cows, 10-15 chickens) on 20 acres (4-0)
• Required engineer drainage study and Planning Commission review as condition of approval
• Set barn setback at 50 feet and max barn size at 2,100 sq. ft.
• Required 50-foot natural buffers along property lines adjacent to pastures
• Prohibited pigs and game roosters in the conditional use
• Limited use to personal, non-commercial purposes
• Agreed to serve as sewer fee assessment appeals board

Planning Commission

The commission voted 10-1 to recommend rezoning 20.75 acres at 619 North Main Street from CS to HDRPUD and approve a preliminary master plan for a mixed-use development with 311 multi-family units and 7,500 sq ft of commercial space. The approval includes stipulations on traffic study, building materials, parking, and a gated Church Street connection. The commission also approved a site plan for a 4,160 sq ft office building at 120 Two Mile Pike (11-0) and recommended a zoning ordinance amendment defining pitched roof height measurement at 45 feet (11-0).

• Approved rezoning and preliminary master plan for 311-unit mixed-use development at 619 N. Main St (10-1)
• Approved site plan for 4,160 sq ft office building at 120 Two Mile Pike (11-0)
• Approved zoning ordinance amendment for pitched roof height measurement at 45 ft (11-0)
• Approved right-of-way closure off Two Mile Pike (11-0)
• Approved consent agenda: auto repair shop site plan at 869 Springfield Hwy and two performance bond extensions (11-0)
• Approved January 4, 2021 meeting minutes (11-0)
• Suspended by-laws to allow remote meeting format (11-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a second reading for an ordinance to amend the fiscal year 2020-2021 budget. The body will also consider a resolution to ratify memberships and appointments for several city boards.

• Second reading of Ordinance 21-983 to amend the fiscal year 2020-2021 budget
• Resolution 21-959 to ratify appointments to the Planning and Zoning Board, Beer Board, Industrial Development Board, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, Tree Board, and Historic Zoning Commission

The Board of Commissioners approved an amendment to the fiscal year 2020-2021 budget and ratified memberships for several city boards and commissions. The meeting was conducted electronically via Zoom due to COVID-19 concerns.

• Approved minutes of the January 14, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-983 amending the fiscal year 2020-2021 budget on second reading (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-959 ratifying appointments to the Planning and Zoning Board, Beer Board, Industrial Development Board, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, Tree Board, and Historic Zoning Commission (5-0)

Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals

The Board of Zoning and Sign Appeals approved variances from zoning ordinance sections 14-208(1)(c) and 14-208(1)(e) for a 6,720 sq. ft. accessory building on a 25.95-acre property at 309 Happy Hollow Road. The motion passed 4-0 with one abstention. The board also elected new officers and approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved variances for accessory building size, location, and height at 309 Happy Hollow Road (4-0, Philpot abstained)
• Elected Mark Writesman as Chairman and Cisco Gilmore as Vice-Chairman
• Approved minutes of November 10, 2020 meeting unanimously

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss updates to the municipal code and the city's legislative priorities for the Tennessee General Assembly. The body is also considering a budget amendment and a grant application for transportation planning.

• Ordinance 20-981: Creation of the City of Goodlettsville Tree Board (Second Reading)
• Ordinance 20-982: Updating gender-neutral language in Municipal Code Title 3 (Second Reading)
• Resolution 20-957: Requesting state legislation to increase the Hotel/Motel Tax
• Ordinance 21-983: Amending the fiscal year 2020-2021 budget (First Reading)
• Resolution 21-958: Application for a TDOT Urban Transportation Planning Grant for a pedestrian-bicycling master plan

The Goodlettsville City Commission approved Ordinance 20-981 to establish a dedicated Tree Board, replacing the previous arrangement where the Parks and Recreation Board handled tree matters. The Commission also adopted its Legislative Agenda for the 112th General Assembly and approved a first reading of a budget amendment for grant revenues and LED streetlighting bonds. A resolution to increase the hotel/motel tax to 5% was deferred indefinitely due to pandemic-related economic concerns.

• Approved Ordinance 20-981 creating City Tree Board (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 20-982 updating municipal code language (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 20-956 Legislative Agenda as amended (5-0)
• Deferred Resolution 20-957 hotel tax increase indefinitely (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 21-983 budget amendment (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-958 for pedestrian-bicycling master plan grant (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Commission deferred a rezoning request for a 311-unit mixed-use development to address traffic and access concerns. It approved storm water plans for a 7-Eleven and a design variance for an office building, but denied a request to replace brick with EIFS at a proposed hotel.

• Deferred rezoning and master plan for 619 North Main Street mixed-use project (9-0)
• Approved storm water and flood plain engineering for 7-Eleven at 843 Hwy 31W (9-0)
• Denied exterior material variance for hotel at 555 Rivergate Parkway (8-1)
• Approved exterior material variance for office building at 406 Two Mile Pike (9-0)
• Approved 2020 Planning Commission Annual Report (9-0)
• Nominated Tony Espinosa as 2021 Chairman (11-0)
• Nominated Scott Trew as 2021 Vice-Chairman (11-0)