Metro staff recommends approval of updated hotel and residential development plans in Wedgwood Houston

The Nashville Planning Commission meeting on July 24, 2025, focused on a significant proposal involving updated plans for a mixed-use development project. The applicant resubmitted plans that adjust the number of hotel rooms and residential units, alongside various development standards. Notably, some of these standards are private agreements and not enforceable by Metro.

The updated proposal includes a major modification for the setback along Hamilton Avenue, which was previously omitted from the staff report. The site plan features three buildings: a seven-story hotel at the northwest corner, a four-story residential building with a maximum of 175 units, and the retention of the existing Vintage Mill Works Building.

Access to the site will be provided from two locations, with a primary entrance along Martin Street leading to a below-grade parking garage. An improved alley will also facilitate fire access to the new multifamily building. However, there will be no new vehicular access to the public alley via Hamilton Avenue.

The site is divided into two subdistricts, each aligning with specific urban policies. Subdistrict 1, in the T4 urban mixed-use neighborhood policy, supports a mix of commercial and residential uses, while Subdistrict 2, under the T4 urban neighborhood evolving policy, focuses solely on residential development. The proposal adheres to the urban design overlay guidelines, including building heights and material standards.

A key point of discussion was the proposed setbacks along Hamilton Avenue, which range from 6 to 99 feet. The staff supports these modified setbacks, which deviate from the required 20 feet, as they enhance open space between the building and the street. This modification requires approval due to its extent.

In conclusion, the staff recommends approval of the proposed site plan with conditions, including the major modification for building setbacks. The public hearing was opened for further discussion, allowing the applicant and their team to present their case.