Emily Benedict
Nashville Metro CouncilCurrent Member

Emily Benedict

Council Member

50
Sponsorships
3
Amendments authored
551
Recent votes

Voting record

Last 551 recorded votes.

Aye
331 (60%)
Nay
103 (19%)
Abstain
12 (2%)
Absent
100 (18%)

Amendments authored

3

Every amendment this member has filed, with AI-generated summaries and intent grouping.

10
B
Amendment 10Heightproposed
on BL2026-1273
Benedict

Amendment updates height regulations for East Bend subdistrict in Downtown Code.

11
B
Amendment 11Processproposed
on BL2026-1273
Benedict

Amendment adds Shelby’s Bend East Bend Subdistrict to the Downtown Code.

9
B
Amendment 9Processproposed
on BL2026-1273
Benedict

Amendment 9 updates the Downtown Code's modification and review processes.

Recent sponsorships

50
BL2026-1422BillPublic HearingPrimary

An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RS7.5 to R8-A zoning for property located at 863 Argle Avenue, located at the corner of Argle Avenue and Emmitt Avenue (0.58 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-034PR-001).

Introduced 5/19/2026
BL2026-1361BillPassedPrimary

An ordinance to amend Chapter 17.37 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to establish an East Bank Design Review Committee within the Downtown Code (“DTC”), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-011TX-001).

Introduced 4/14/2026
RS2026-1993ResolutionPassed

A resolution denouncing the State of Tennessee’s attempted hostile takeover of the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority.

Introduced 5/12/2026
BL2026-1489BillPassed

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government to acquire the fee interest in a parcel of property (Parcel ID No. 13300013500) through negotiation or condemnation for office, warehouse, training and other uses. (Proposal No. 2026M-009PR-001).

Introduced 6/30/2026
BL2025-803BillPassedPrimary

An ordinance to authorize building material restrictions and requirements for BL2025-802, a proposed Specific Plan Zoning District for properties located at 209 and 211 Walton Lane, approximately 242 feet east of Walton Oak Drive, (0.74 acres), to permit eight multi family residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2025SP-014-001). THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE REQUIRES CERTAIN MATERIALS TO BE RESTRICTED IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS.

Introduced 3/20/2025
RS2025-1253ResolutionPassed

A resolution recognizing May 2025 as Jewish American Heritage Month in Nashville and Davidson County.

Introduced 5/13/2025
RS2025-1214ResolutionPassed

A resolution honoring Morgan Price of Fisk University for her second national collegiate gymnastics championship and additional historic achievements.

Introduced 4/28/2025
RS2026-1786ResolutionPassed

A resolution recognizing January 2026 as Muslim American Heritage Month in Nashville and Davidson County.

Introduced 1/27/2026
RS2026-2113ResolutionPassed

A resolution commemorating the installation of the 400th ONEBox in Nashville and Davidson County and recognizing the history and growth of the ONEBox naloxone program.

Introduced 6/30/2026
BL2025-742BillPassedPrimary

An Ordinance amending Title 2 and Section 16.28.195 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to the Metropolitan Historical Commission and the Metropolitan Historic Zoning Commission.

Introduced 2/10/2025
BL2026-1361BillPassedPrimary

An ordinance to amend Chapter 17.37 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to establish an East Bank Design Review Committee within the Downtown Code (“DTC”), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-011TX-001).

Introduced 4/14/2026
BL2026-1497BillSecond Reading

An Ordinance to amend Chapter 12.12 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws relative to right turns on red within the Urban Services District and reporting requirements regarding roadway safety.

Introduced 7/28/2026
RS2025-1319ResolutionPassedPrimary

A resolution recognizing the tenth anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court’s opinion in Obergefell v. Hodges, which legalized marriage equality in Tennessee and across the United States.

Introduced 6/10/2025
BL2025-1005BillPassed

An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, relative to the creation of new zoning districts called “Residential Neighborhood” (RN) and “Residential Limited” (RL) and other related changes, all of which is more particularly described herein (Proposal No. 2025Z-009TX-001).

Introduced 8/22/2025
BL2026-1300BillPassedPrimary

An ordinance providing the honorary street name designation of “Johnny Cash Way” for a portion of 3rd Avenue South.

Introduced 2/24/2026
BL2026-1281BillPassedPrimary

An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R6 to SP zoning for property located at 2003 Straightway Avenue, approximately 190 feet east of Scott Avenue (1.83 acres), to permit 36 multi-family residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026SP-001-001).

Introduced 1/22/2026
RS2026-1996ResolutionPassed

A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Frankie Mae Keeling-Henry, civil rights activist, Freedom Rider, educator, and beloved Nashvillian.

Introduced 5/12/2026
BL2025-1011BillPassed

An ordinance approving two lease agreements between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and PNH Properties, LLC for use of space located at 120 Third Avenue North and 211 Commerce Street (Parcel Nos. 09306203700 and 09306203400) (Proposal No. 2025M-039AG-001).

Introduced 8/21/2025
BL2026-1315BillPassed

An ordinance to amend Title 2 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to create a new chapter establishing a priority processing program for affordable housing and day care development projects.

Introduced 3/6/2026
RS2026-1893ResolutionPassed

A resolution recognizing the Tennessee State University Men’s Basketball Team for winning the 2025-26 Ohio Valley Conference Tournament Championship and securing a berth in the 2026 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament.

Introduced 3/31/2026

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