The Bedford City Council voted unanimously Oct. 14 to deny a request for a specific-use permit to operate a massage salon in an existing commercial suite at 813 Brown Trail.

Wes Morrison, the city’s development director, explained that the property — a single-story commercial building developed in 1977 — requires specific-use approval for all massage salons. Planning and Zoning had recommended approval by a vote of 6–1. The council opened a public hearing; no applicant representative appeared.

Citing unanswered questions and the applicant’s absence, a council member moved to deny the rezoning/specific-use permit request. The motion was seconded and the denial passed unanimously.

The denial was recorded as a formal action of the council with no conditions; the applicant may pursue new applications or provide additional information at a future meeting if they return to the council.