Jan 6, 2026 - Washington County TN Regional Planning Commission Meeting

The Washington County, Tennessee Regional Planning Commission held a meeting on January 6, 2026, primarily focused on a contentious rezoning request by BWXT Tennessee for an expansion of their existing industrial facility at 1367 Old State Route 34. The public hearing featured extensive community input, with many residents expressing strong opposition due to environmental, health, and safety concerns related to the proposed uranium processing facility. Key issues raised included potential contamination risks, lack of public sewer infrastructure, and conflicts with the county's comprehensive plan. Staff recommended approval of the rezoning based on existing industrial use and land use plans, but the commission voted to deny the rezoning request and forwarded the recommendation to the full county commission for final decision. Additionally, the commission approved a separate site plan request for a low-intensity residential development with six parking spaces, which did not trigger stormwater or landscaping regulations.