NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Nashville residents are raising concerns about a new zoning proposal moving through Metro Council that would create two additional residential zoning categories as part of the city's efforts to manage future growth.

The measure, known as BL2025-1005 , would establish Residential Neighborhood and Residential Limited zoning categories. While city planners say the bill is designed to help Nashville handle growth, neighbors worry about potential impacts on their communities.

Dozens of residents gathered at Whites Creek High School to question city officials about the plan and the broader housing study during a recent community meeting.

"For us, this is really about, okay, what's going on in our immediate neighborhood," Tene Franklin said.

Councilmember Jennifer

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