Lebanon council discusses homelessness, sober-living houses after death and arrest at boarding house Councilors raised concerns about encampments, nuisance calls and a boarding-house/sober-living residence where a recent death prompted a police search and discovery of narcotics; staff outlined limits on zoning enforcement and encouraged calls-for-service to build evidence.

Concerns are rising in Lebanon as councilors address homelessness and the troubling incidents surrounding a local boarding house following a recent death and police investigation.

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Lebanon planners press CRG and DENSO on design variances for proposed distribution center Planning staff opposed the majority of variance requests for a CRG-proposed DENSO build-to-suit, citing self-imposed hardships and code conflicts; CRG said DENSO will own and operate the facility and targets second-quarter operation next year.

Lebanon's planning staff are pushing back against DENSO's proposed distribution center, claiming the requested variances are self-imposed and urging a redesign to comply with the code.

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Lebanon council and residents push for answers after unconfirmed reports of ICE facility Residents urged city action after social-media reports and a third-party map suggested ICE purchased land for a detention facility in Lebanon; mayor and councilors say no federal office has directly contacted the city and staff continue to investigate.

Residents are demanding answers after alarming reports suggested ICE may have secretly purchased land for a detention facility in Lebanon.

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Lebanon council approves multiple rezoning, annexation and utility budget items; insurance plan passes with one opposition Lebanon City Council approved a series of first-reading rezonings and annexations, several utility budget amendments and vendor contracts, and accepted an employee insurance contract that passed despite one councilor’s opposition.

Lebanon City Council made pivotal moves by approving key rezonings, budget amendments, and utility contracts, setting the stage for significant urban development and infrastructure improvements.

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Lebanon council approves annexation and specific‑plan zoning for Summit Development after extended public comment After more than an hour of public comment, the Lebanon City Council voted to adopt a plan of services, annex roughly 246 acres into Ward 1 and approve a specific‑plan zoning for a Summit Development project proposing 311 single‑family homes, with amendments requiring sidewalks, an additional road connection, off‑site improvements and a minimum 2,300 sq ft building size.

Lebanon's City Council just approved a major annexation plan, paving the way for 311 new homes, but not without heated debate from residents concerned about infrastructure strain!

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Planning commission pulls South Hartman Drive item from consent agenda after resident raises financing concerns, then approves it Lebanon Planning Commission removed a South Hartman Drive site-plan from its consent agenda after a resident alleged unusual sales and loan activity, then approved four other consent items and later approved the South Hartman site-plan after the applicant addressed staff comments.

The Lebanon Planning Commission took action after a resident raised concerns about questionable financing on a controversial site plan, leading to a surprising turn of events.

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Lebanon council adopts comprehensive zoning overhaul after public debate over industrial and spec warehouses The Lebanon City Council approved a comprehensive update to Title 14 (the zoning code) on second reading after public comments and council debate centered on industrial and spec-warehouse development, tax revenue and communication about the change.

The Lebanon City Council just made a pivotal decision that could reshape the future of industrial development in the city, sparking heated debates and community discussions.

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Lebanon planning commission backs 150‑acre Maple Hill development with conditions after heated public comment After hours of public comment on traffic, drainage and housing type, the Lebanon Planning Commission voted to recommend approval to City Council of a proposed 150‑acre Maple Hill Road development with three amendments to the specific plan, including removing certain exterior material options and improving pedestrian and roadway connectivity.

The Lebanon Planning Commission has given a green light to a controversial 150-acre development on Maple Hill Road, but not without adding crucial amendments aimed at addressing community concerns.

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Lebanon planning staff opposes Summit Development annexation, cites connectivity and open-space gaps Planning staff recommended against annexing 246 acres proposed by Summit Development, citing insufficient pedestrian connectivity, unclear tree-preservation language, and inadequate usable open space; public commenters warned of traffic effects and the developer said drafting fixes are planned.

Lebanon's planning staff has raised red flags over a massive 246-acre development, citing serious concerns about connectivity, open space, and traffic impact that could add 700 more cars to local roads daily.

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Lebanon council keeps existing industrial zoning after public outcry over proposed changes Following extensive public comment from property owners and rail and logistics firms, the City Council at first reading agreed to retain the city’s current industrial zoning language rather than adopt the newly proposed industrial provisions in the Title 14 update; councilors said existing industrial parcels will be grandfathered so current uses, ​

Lebanon's City Council has decided to preserve existing industrial zoning after strong pushback from property owners and logistics firms, fearing that new restrictions could jeopardize decades of investment and economic stability.

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Planning commission reauthorizes Cubes at Sparta Pike plats, grants variances with conditions The commission approved preliminary and final plats for the Cubes at Sparta Pike industrial subdivision and granted multiple variances related to block length, block perimeter and lot sizes, subject to conditions that future site plans meet code at time of submission.

The Planning Commission has given the green light for a massive industrial park at Cubes at Sparta Pike, but with conditions that could reshape its future!

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Developers ask to renew preliminary plat, seek six variances for 205-acre Cubes at Sparta Pike industrial park Cubes at Sparta Pike LLC requested reapproval of a preliminary plat for roughly 204.9 acres and six variances tied to block length, perimeter, cross-connection, and two undersized lots; staff recommended conditional approval but said future site plans must meet the development code in effect at the time of future submittals.

Cubes at Sparta Pike is pushing for a massive 205-acre industrial park, but will controversial road connections and variances put the project in jeopardy?

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Commission Approves Cedar Tree Summit Development and Wilson County Right of Way Abandonment Commission grants variances for Cedar Tree Summit and approves right of way abandonment in Wilson County.

A major development just got the green light in Lebanon as the Planning Commission approves Cedar Tree Summit, paving the way for new opportunities and infrastructure!

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Planning Commission Moves Barton Village Phase 2 Request to Regular Agenda for Review Commission addresses community concerns and discusses final plat approval for 123-lot subdivision.

Community voices are raising alarms over environmental impacts as Lebanon's Planning Commission gears up to review a controversial 123-lot subdivision proposal.

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Planning Commission Recommends Zoning Code Amendments for Lighting Regulations Commission approves recommendations for outdoor lighting and signage ordinance changes for city council.

Lebanon's Planning Commission is taking bold steps to reshape the city's future with new lighting regulations and infrastructure proposals that prioritize community needs!

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Castle Rock Communities Secures Lynnwood Subdivision Approval in Ward 2 Planning commission approves Castle Rock Communities' 124 lot subdivision on Hartsville Pike.

Lebanon's Planning Commission just approved transformative projects that will reshape the community, including the ambitious Lynnwood Subdivision with 124 lots!

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City Council delays vote for one month to gather more public input Council members agree to postpone decisions to allow for additional public feedback.

Lebanon city officials are prioritizing community voices by delaying crucial development decisions for a month, ensuring that every resident can contribute to shaping their future.

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Lebanon council hears concerns on trash fees and local road repairs Residents address Lebanon council about fixed income issues and road repair promises.

Lebanon residents are raising their voices about rising trash fees and unfulfilled promises on road repairs, highlighting the urgent need for change in local governance.

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City Council approves new sanitation fee to ensure sustainable waste management funding City Council implements sanitation fee amid rising waste management costs and offers free recycling.

Lebanon City Council is set to introduce a controversial sanitation fee to tackle skyrocketing waste management costs, but will it be enough to sustain essential services?

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Lebanon City Council approves budget amendments for multiple public service projects Council approves budget amendments for street department, wastewater treatment, and conservation efforts.

Lebanon City Council is making crucial budget amendments that will transform local infrastructure and enhance public services for the community.

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Planning Commission approves variances for Barton Village Phase 8 development Commission grants variances for parking regulations and setbacks in Barton Village Phase 8.

The Planning Commission's recent meeting in Lebanon saw a pivotal approval for the Barton Village Phase 8 development, sparking debates over parking regulations and community covenants.

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Lebanon City Council defers four agenda items and honors Kathy Sweeney Council defers four items, discusses snow preparations, and honors community leader Kathy Sweeney.

The Lebanon City Council made waves this week by deferring multiple agenda items while honoring community leader Kathy Sweeney for her years of service.

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