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The Planning Department provides design guidance, reviews zoning and subdivision applications, and shapes public policy related to growth and development. We are committed to proactive, community-based planning founded on public participation, and to the building of livable, sustainable communities. Our mission statements

Our Community Planning and Design division updates and amends community, neighborhood, and corridor plans throughout Davidson County, and provides advice on the creation of livable, appropriate development based on each community's needs and goals.

Our Land Development division processes and reviews subdivisions, zone changes, and other applications related to the zoning code and advises the community on the application and approval process.

We're located on the second floor of the Metro Office Building at 800 Second Avenue South, one block north of the 2nd/4th Avenue exit on Interstate 40. Map & directions

Our postal/shipping & delivery address:

Metropolitan Nashville/Davidson County Planning Department

800 Second Avenue South, PO Box 196300

Nashville, TN 37219-6300

Planning Department general number: (615)862-7150

Service counter, for applications and zoning/subdivision/development questions:
(615)862-7190 or planningstaff@nashville.gov

Staff directory by name and service provided