Portland, TN — rezoning & P&Z cases
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Baywatch Industrial — site_plan
Josh Lyon requests site plan approval for the Baywatch Industrial Site Plan on 53.63 acres at Vaughn Parkway, currently zoned Industrial General (IG).
Graves - Annexation — annexation
Richard Graves seeks annexation of approximately 4.6 acres currently zoned Residential in Sumner County (Tax Map 039 Parcel 111.00) into Portland. This would bring the property under city jurisdiction and zoning authority.
Graves - RZ — rezoning
Richard Graves requests rezoning of 4.6 acres from County (Residential) to RS-20 (Low Density Single Family Residential) at 0 Fountain Head Road (Tax Map 039 Parcel 111.00).
Harris - Annexation — annexation
Jodie Harris requests annexation of 2.65 acres currently zoned County Residential. The property at 129 TGT Road will be brought into the city of Portland.
Harris - Rezoning — rezoning
Jodie Harris requests rezoning of 2.65 acres at 129 TGT Road from County Residential to RS-40 (Low Density Single Family Residential). The property is located in Sumner County.
Site Plan - Expansion Building — Additional building, same use as existing buildings
Site plan for expansion to add an 18,200 square foot building to an existing property with multiple buildings. A 2021 BZA variance for parking already covers this expansion, and staff has 10 open comments, none major, mostly regarding grading and drainage calculations.
Wilkinson - RZ — rezoning
Zach Wilkinson requests rezoning of 1.0 acres at 136 North Russell Street from R-10 (Low Density Residential) to RMU (Residential Mixed Use). This rezoning would permit mixed-use residential development on the site.
Design Review Regulations Amendment — text_amendment
This is an ordinance text amendment revising the Design Review Regulations, specifically updating building material definitions and Table 3 regarding permitted building materials by zoning district and/or use. The changes affect citywide design standards applicable to all zoning districts.
Schneider - Storguard Expansion — Storage facility expansion
Kyle Schneider requests Site Plan approval to expand the Storguard storage facility with an additional 18,200 square foot building on the existing lot at 1023 Gateview Drive. The property is zoned GCS (General Commercial Services) with non-conforming storage use, and a 2021 BZA variance for parking already covers this expansion, so parking requirements are satisfied. Staff has minor open comments on grading and drainage with no major issues identified.
Coventry Subdivision Phase 3 — plat
Thomas Steffen seeks Final Plat approval for the third phase of Coventry Subdivision, a 8.02-acre development in Zone R-10 PUD. Staff recommended approval; the Commission voted unanimously to approve the plat, with the requirement that critical lot plans be submitted to staff before building permits are issued.
Magnolia Springs Subdivision — plat
Andy Leath requests Preliminary Plat approval for Magnolia Springs Subdivision, a 13.35-acre low-density residential project at 0 Bloomsburry Drive, Portland, TN, currently zoned RS-20.
Reeves - Rezoning — Commercial development (former Junior Food Store site)
Robin Reeves requests rezoning of 2 acres at 0 South Broadway from RS-20 residential to GCS commercial services to enable marketing and development of a vacant former Junior Food Store property. The site has been unused for approximately 20 years following road widening that damaged the original structure; environmental cleanup was completed approximately 20 years ago per state certification.
5 Chefs & Occasions - Phase 2 — Retail space (9,835 square feet) with additional parking
Site plan approval for Phase 2 of 5 Chefs & Occasions development proposing 9,835 square feet of retail space and additional parking across Donoho Branch stream. Approval is contingent on TDEC approval for buffer encroachment on the impaired stream and resolution of staff comments.
Biggs - RZ — Office Professional Services (OPS district allows business and communication services, convenience retail, food and beverage, personal services, and professional services)
Tim Biggs seeks to rezone 0.45 acres at 840 South Broadway from RS-20 (residential) to OPS (Office Professional Services) to improve the property's saleability, as the owner has received inquiries from potential commercial users. The rezoning aligns with the city's long-range plan designating this highway corridor for mixed-use urban development, though commissioners raised concerns about traffic impacts near a school and emergency room access.
Leath - Site Plan — Outdoor storage building for industrial facility
Andy Leath requests site plan approval for an outdoor storage building (just over 6,000 sq ft) on an existing concrete pad at an industrial facility zoned IG on Highway 31W. The Commission approved the site plan 8-0 with a condition to investigate potential tax abatement implications, as the property owner is listed as an industrial board.
Portland Commons — Commercial complex with 6 retail spaces, 9000 square feet total
Site plan approval requested for Portland Commons, a 9,000 square-foot commercial complex with 6 retail spaces at 706 South Broadway. The property meets parking requirements (50 spaces for the 5.5 spaces per 1,000 sq ft standard) and features brick construction complying with design standards; staff recommends approval contingent on meeting city staff comments.
Reeves - 0 South Broadway — rezoning
Robin Reeves requests rezoning of 2 acres at 0 South Broadway from RS-20 (Low Density Single Family Residential) to GCS (General Commercial Services). The rezoning would convert residential-zoned property in Sumner County to commercial use.
Wilkinson - Site Plan 115 East Knight — Construction sales and services
Zach Wilkinson requests site plan approval for a commercial building (construction sales and services) on 3.32 acres zoned General Commercial Services. The site plan was previously deferred in April due to stormwater concerns, which have now been addressed through drainage calculations in the floodplain.
Steffen - Coventry Phase 2 — plat
Thomas Steffen is requesting Final Plat approval for Coventry Subdivision Phase 2, a 5.16-acre development in the R-10 PUD zone at 105 Westland Street. This is a subdivision plat approval under the existing Planned Unit Development designation.
25-026 — Office/flex space facility
This case involves a boundary and topographic survey and site development plan for a 3.32-acre property in Portland's GCS zone, including an 8,400 SF office/flex space building with parking. The project requires coordination with utilities and addresses flood zone considerations (Zones AE and X) and apparent utility easement encroachments.
26-508 — Office/Flex Space Facility
This case involves site plan approval for a new office/flex space facility on approximately 2.8 acres in the CS (Commercial) zoning district. The development includes standard utility, stormwater, and construction requirements with no zoning variances or rezoning requests.
25-2025 — Restaurant addition (5 Chefs Restaurant)
This is a site plan/design review for an addition to the 5 Chefs Restaurant at 120 Main Street. The project involves construction plans with exterior elevations and utility coordination across multiple parcels in the Agriculture zone. Developers should review whether this precedent affects future restaurant expansion or mixed-use development policies in the area.
25-2026 — Single-family residential subdivision (31 lots)
This is a preliminary plat for Marlin Estates Subdivision, a 31-lot single-family residential development on 9.08 acres at 403 & 405 College Street in Portland. The development is zoned R7.5 with a density of 3.4 units/acre and includes infrastructure improvements (roads, utilities, drainage). Development will generate approximately 293 trips per day and requires compliance with fire code standards for critical lots.
15-2026 — Residential planned community subdivision with 274 lots
NXGEN Land Development is requesting approval of a preliminary plat for Rockland Estates, a 132.84-acre residential planned community with 274 lots in an R-40 zoning district. The development includes 46.59 acres of net residential area, 73.24 acres of common area, and 13.01 acres of street right-of-way, with building materials to follow the PUD design guidelines approved in March 2025.
25-0303 — Single-family residential subdivision with 94 detached dwelling units at 3.5 units per acre, including community amenities (playgrounds, sports courts, pavilions, dog park, walking trails)
This case proposes rezoning 26.6 acres from R-15/RR County zoning to a Planned Development (PUD) district to develop a 94-unit residential subdivision with an estimated population of 207 people. The project includes phased construction from Spring 2027 to Fall 2029, with community amenities such as playgrounds, walking trails, sports courts, and a dog park. Development of this magnitude in the Portland area will affect traffic patterns, demand for utilities, and the character of the surrounding neighborhoods.
45-306 — plat
Case 45-306 involves a multi-lot residential subdivision development in the Sherwood Forest and Parkside Estates phases along Hood Trail and Old Westmoreland Road, with properties zoned primarily R-15 and some RS-40. The plat approval affects multiple residential parcels in Sumner County and Portland city limits. Developers should note the presence of stream buffers, wetland buffers, and existing PUD-zoned phases that may impact development constraints and design requirements.
15-101 — Single family detached homes (27 lots)
This is a replat of the previously approved Richland Estates preliminary plat, revising the lot layout from 42 townhome zero lot line lots to 27 single-family detached homes, resulting in a 16-unit reduction. No zoning or infrastructure changes are being requested. Design elements for residential sites with three or more dwelling units within the RMU district are subject to Portland Design Standards.
29-2021 — plat
This is a boundary and topographical survey plat for Richland Estates Subdivision, a 6.23-acre residential development on North Russell Street and Victor Reiter Parkway in Portland. The subdivision includes 27 residential lots plus two open spaces, with utilities provided by the Portland Department of Utilities and local road construction subject to city approval.
01-2021 — Detached single family homes
This is a preliminary plat for a 30.85-acre residential subdivision proposing 46 single-family detached home lots with a mix of current zoning (RS-40 and R-15) being rezoned to R15 PUD. The project includes significant open space (47.03%) and requires approval of final construction plans before any grading or construction can commence.
Steffen - Coventry Phase 3 — plat
Thomas Steffen requests Final Plat approval for Coventry Subdivision Phase 3 on 8.02 acres zoned R-10 PUD in Sumner County. The plat is subject to existing planned unit development zoning constraints.
12-2018 — Outdoor storage building (6,912 SF)
This is a site plan review for construction of a 6,912 square foot outdoor storage building on an existing 703,058 square foot lot near Highway 31W and Interstate 65. The project involves minimal land disturbance (0.12 acres), stormwater management compliance, and erosion control measures. Developers should note the construction timeline (June 2026 to June 2027) and compliance requirements with NPDES permits and City of Portland stormwater standards.