Board of Zoning Appeals - April 22, 2026

The City of Murfreesboro Board of Zoning Appeals held a meeting on April 22, 2026, primarily to consider special use permit applications for temporary outdoor vending establishments selling seasonal fireworks. The board reviewed multiple applications from vendors TNT Fireworks and Absolute Fireworks for locations in commercial zones. Staff presented detailed compliance reports confirming that the proposed fireworks tents met zoning requirements, safety standards, and operational conditions such as proximity to fire hydrants, fuel sources, and alcohol consumption sites. Conditions included tent placement, parking usage, noise restrictions, and cleanup deadlines. The board approved all applications following public hearings with no opposition, emphasizing adherence to city codes and permitting processes including tent and electrical permits. These approvals enable the vendors to operate fireworks sales during the designated summer and winter seasons in 2026 and early 2027.