7/23/26 - Bradley County Regional Planning Commission

The Bradley County Regional Planning Commission met on July 23, 2026, primarily to discuss a variance request related to the width of a bridge accessing an eight-lot subdivision off Lauderdale Memorial Highway. The existing bridge is a one-lane structure with a pavement width of 13 feet, which does not meet the county's private road width requirement of 20 feet or the 50-foot right-of-way standard. Engineers and county officials reviewed the structural integrity of the bridge, noting some deterioration but deeming it currently safe for the proposed development's low traffic volume. Concerns were raised about long-term maintenance, inspection responsibilities, and public safety, especially given the bridge's private ownership and the role of the homeowners association (HOA) in future upkeep. The commission ultimately voted to decline the variance request, citing safety and regulatory concerns. Additional administrative items included distribution of updated zoning resolutions and plans for future meetings and training sessions.