Nashville Metro CouncilBL2025-955Withdrawn

This bill proposed an amendment to Section 9.20.020 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to address motor vehicle noise within residential zoning districts. The intent was to regulate noise levels from vehicles in these areas. However, the bill was withdrawn before final consideration.

An ordinance to amend Section 9.20.020 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding motor vehicle noise within residential zoning districts.

3 sponsors
Introduced 7/29/2025Metropolitan CouncilBill
→ Withdrawn from consideration

What it does

  • 1Amend Section 9.20.020 regarding motor vehicle noise regulations
  • 2Apply noise restrictions specifically within residential zoning districts
  • 3Establish enforcement mechanisms for noise violations

This bill proposed an amendment to Section 9.20.020 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to address motor vehicle noise within residential zoning districts. The intent was to regulate noise levels from vehicles in these areas. However, the bill was withdrawn before final consideration.

Affects
Residents of residential zoning districtsMotor vehicle owners/operators within residential areasMetropolitan Council

Legislative history

9/2/2025
Metropolitan Council
Council Member Ellis withdrew the bill.
9/2/2025
Public Health and Safety Committee
Referred without comment
9/2/2025
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee
Referred without comment
9/2/2025
Government Operations and Regulations Committee
Referred without comment
8/19/2025
Metropolitan Council
The bill was recommended for deferral by the Government Operations and Regulations Committee, the Public Health and Safety Committee, and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Pursuant to Rule 8.1 of the Rules of Procedure of the Council, the bill is deferred.
8/5/2025
Metropolitan Council
Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered at the next regular meeting. The bill is referred to the Government Operations and Regulations Committee, the Public Health and Safety Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
7/29/2025
Metropolitan Council
Referred without comment

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