ORDINANCE NO. BL2015-1152

An Ordinance amending Chapters 17.12 of the Metropolitan Code to update the Downtown Code (DTC) standards. (Proposal No. 2015Z-003TX-002).

WHEREAS, The Council of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County adopted the Downtown Code (DTC) on February 2, 2010; and

WHEREAS, The Metropolitan Government recognizes the importance of updating and refining the Downtown Code design standards and process to encourage high quality, sustainable urban development; and

WHEREAS, The Downtown Code strives to encourage active and interactive streetscapes; and

WHEREAS the DTC standards provide opportunities for businesses to thrive, while enhancing the character of Downtown through mixed-use development, housing choices, and commercial and entertainment opportunities; and

WHEREAS, the refinement of the DTC standards will continue to ensure a quality urban experience for the citizens and businesses of Metropolitan Nashville and Davidson County.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ENACTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE AND DAVIDSON COUNTY:

Section 1. That Section 17.12.120 of the Metropolitan Code is hereby deleted in its entirety.

Section 2. That this Ordinance shall take effect five (5) days from and after its passage and such change be published in a newspaper of general circulation, the welfare of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County requiring it.

Sponsored by: Erica Gilmore

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY
Introduced:	June 2, 2015
Passed First Reading:	June 2, 2015
Referred to:	Planning Commission Planning & Zoning Committee
Passed Second Reading:	July 7, 2015
Passed Third Reading:	July 21, 2015
Approved:	July 22, 2015
By:
Effective:	July 24, 2015