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Planning commission approves phase 1 of Smyrna Kroger project; board hears resident concerns about proximity to Smyrna High School
Summary
A district update said the Smyrna planning commission approved phase 1 of a Kroger development adjacent to Smyrna High School; board members said residents and school staff expressed concern about the development’s proximity to the school and suggested the board consider purchasing the land if it becomes available.
Board member Ms. Sharp asked for an update on a proposed Kroger project near Smyrna High School; Mr. Lee reported that the town planning commission approved phase 1 of the developer’s request and that the developer is talking to potential higher‑end tenants for outparcels. Mr. Lee said phase 1 approval moves the project to the town council and that no time frame for construction was given.
Ms. Sharp and other board members relayed constituent concerns that the proposed development next to the school could raise security and access issues. She asked the board to “seriously consider” purchasing the land if it becomes available, noting residents and school staff were unhappy with the prospect of development abutting the school. Mr. Lee said the property has not, to his knowledge, been sold, though he acknowledged it may be under contract without completion of sale records.
Ending
The board did not take action; members asked staff to monitor the project’s progress as it proceeds to the town council and to keep the board informed of any land‑sale activity that might warrant district consideration.
