Commission OKs 470-unit Compass Ventures plan despite resident concerns about traffic and flooding

Aug 6, 2026

A 470-unit mixed residential development (134 townhomes, 336 apartments) by Compass Ventures received preliminary PUD approval from the Planning Commission subject to staff comments; residents raised concerns about wetlands, traffic capacity, pedestrian access, flooding and emergency evacuation.

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The Planning Commission voted to approve a preliminary PUD for a large mixed-residential project proposed by Compass Ventures on Lonesome Valley Road that would total 470 units — 134 townhomes and 336 apartments — according to staff. Development Director Corey Divel said the site includes wetlands that will require coordination with the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) and that the developer completed a traffic impact study. Staff recommended approval subject to addressing outstanding comments.

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