Board allows existing building to remain as accessory structure with 24-month permit condition discussed

Jul 8, 2026

Rutherford County approved reclassifying an existing, incomplete dwelling at 2297 Lisonbee Road as an accessory structure and discussed a staff-recommended 24-month building-permit condition to require a principal residence be permitted within two years or the accessory structure be removed.

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Rutherford County’s Board of Zoning Appeals voted to allow an existing, unfinished building at 2297 Lisonbee Road to remain as an accessory structure while the owner considers future plans, with the board discussing and adopting staff’s recommended oversight language.

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