Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting - October 15, 2026

The Town of Smyrna Board of Zoning Appeals met on October 15, 2026. No citizen comments were offered, and the September meeting minutes were approved. The Board denied Jeffrey Stutzman’s request for a 31-foot front-setback variance at 7128 Castile Drive to build an approximately 800-square-foot carport. The denial was based on a lack of demonstrated hardship; discussion noted that the shed might be moved to accommodate the structure elsewhere on the property.

The Board approved Miguel Garcia’s special-exception request to allow an existing accessory apartment at 202 Hankins Drive to be used as a dwelling for family members. Approval included staff-recommended conditions requiring payment of applicable fees, including Rutherford County development tax, Town of Smyrna impact fees, and code inspection fees, and prohibiting rental use. No procurement activity was identified.