Planning Commission approves Buchanan Street site plan and Mission Hills lot development

The La Vergne Planning Commission meeting held on February 25, 2025, focused on several significant site plan approvals and zoning amendments aimed at enhancing local development.

The first major item discussed was a request for site plan approval for a building addition at 470 Buchanan Street. The proposed addition of 1,642 square feet on a 15.41-acre site, owned by 470 Buchanan LLC and designed by 615 Design Group, was presented as a straightforward request. The existing site, which includes two relatively new buildings, will continue to serve its current functions, including trailer and truck storage. The commission unanimously approved the motion to accept the site plan as submitted.

Next, the commission reviewed a site plan for the Co-Op Business Park located at 171 Waldron Road. This proposal involves combining two previously approved buildings into a single structure totaling 252,072 square feet on 12.14 acres. The new plan reflects a reduction in overall square footage but aims to streamline operations within the park. The commission also approved this request without opposition.

The meeting continued with a final plat request for Mission Hills Section 2, which includes 49 lots on 13.57 acres. This phase follows a previous section approved in January and is part of a larger residential development. The commission noted that all engineering comments had been addressed, leading to a unanimous approval of the final plat.

A significant zoning amendment was also discussed, concerning off-street parking requirements for multifamily developments. The proposed changes would reduce the parking requirement from three spaces to two for multifamily apartments with three or more units, while maintaining the existing requirement for gated complexes. This adjustment aims to align La Vergne's regulations with those of neighboring municipalities. The commission recommended the amendment to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen, which was also passed without dissent.

In conclusion, the La Vergne Planning Commission's meeting resulted in the approval of multiple development projects and a key zoning amendment, reflecting the city's ongoing efforts to facilitate growth and improve infrastructure. The next steps will involve the Board of Mayor and Aldermen reviewing the recommended changes to the zoning ordinance.