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Mount Juliet Planning Commission approves Elliott Reserve grading plan after extensive neighbor objections
Summary
The Planning Commission approved a mass grading plan and preliminary plat for Elliott Reserve, a mixed townhouse and commercial project on Lebanon Road, after hours of resident testimony about drainage, tree buffers and potential townhome pricing; approval included staff conditions and a pledge for improved detention measures.
The Mount Juliet Planning Commission approved the mass grading plan and preliminary plat for Elliott Reserve, located at 12440 and 12582 Lebanon Road, after extensive public testimony and questions from commissioners about tree preservation, drainage and unit pricing.
Neighbors criticized the project during public comment, saying the development would worsen existing drainage problems and remove mature trees. “The townhome construction is a major issue for us residents,” said Stephanie Beamer, a Nichols Vale resident, who said more than 250 people signed a petition opposing the plan. Several homeowners described flooding and undersized drainage near existing head pipes. Developer representatives said the plan would reduce the land…
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