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Planning commission approves two rezones (Noel Lane, Rock Springs corridor), defers one H‑2 overlay request
Summary
On Nov. 6 the commission approved rezoning requests for 519 Noel Lane (R‑3 to C‑4) and 1205 Rock Springs Road (R‑3 to C‑4); the commission deferred a request for an H‑2 overlay on an existing C‑2 parcel after the applicant asked for more time.
The Municipal Planning Commission handled several zoning matters Nov. 6 and recommended actions to council.
Noel Lane: 519 Noel Lane (R‑3 to C‑4) — approved. Staff described the 0.28-acre parcel on Old Nashville Highway and noted the surrounding mix of R‑1, R‑3, R‑6 and PCD zoning. Commissioners discussed the location on a five‑lane highway and whether neighborhood‑scale commercial (C‑4) is compatible; staff noted buffers will be required where commercial adjoins residences at time of site plan. The commission voted to approve the straight rezone to C‑4, which permits neighborhood‑scale retail and office uses but excludes several uses such as specialized tobacco/vape shops in other parts of town rules.
Rock Springs Road (Schmidt property): 1205 Rock Springs Road (R‑3 to C‑4) — approved. Staff said most parcels south of Rock Springs Road in the corridor have transitioned to neighborhood commercial or office uses; this rezoning is consistent with the Sam Ridley character area and the collector/arterial classification for Rock Springs. A commissioner recused themself for conflict of interest (noted in the record). The commission voted to approve with staff comments.
H‑2 overlay request (Blair Road/Portico Place): applicant requested a deferral. The developer asked to defer the C‑2 to add an H‑2 overlay application to the next meeting; the commission granted the deferral.
What’s next: Each approved straight-zone request proceeds to Smyrna town council for readings and final action; site-plan level reviews and site‑specific buffering and access requirements will be evaluated if and when the properties apply for development permits.
