Nashville Metro CouncilBL2026-1434Passed

This ordinance amends Section 13.20.020 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to update requirements related to notice and permission for excavations in the right-of-way. It aims to clarify and potentially enhance the regulatory framework governing excavation activities within public rights-of-way in Nashville.

An ordinance to amend Section 13.20.020 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws relative to required notice and permission for excavations in the right-of-way.

4 sponsors
Introduced 6/9/2026Metropolitan CouncilBill
→ Passed 8/18/2026

What it does

  • 1Amends existing code section 13.20.020 regarding excavation permits
  • 2Updates requirements for providing notice prior to excavation
  • 3Modifies conditions under which permission for excavation is granted

This ordinance amends Section 13.20.020 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to update requirements related to notice and permission for excavations in the right-of-way. It aims to clarify and potentially enhance the regulatory framework governing excavation activities within public rights-of-way in Nashville.

Affects
Contractors performing excavationsMetropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County

Activity timeline

2 of 2
  • Amendment filed
    Impact 45

    Amendment filed: Amendment No.1 to BL2026-1434

  • New document
    Impact 10

    New amendment: Amendment No.1 to BL2026-1434

Legislative history

8/19/2026
Mayor
Referred without comment
8/18/2026
Metropolitan Council
Referred without comment
8/4/2026
Metropolitan Council
The bill was approved with an amendment by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Council Member Lee moved that the bill be passed on second reading, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Lee offered Amendment No. 1 and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Lee moved that the bill be passed on second reading as amended, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
8/4/2026
Metropolitan Council
Referred without comment
8/3/2026
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee
Referred without comment
7/21/2026
Metropolitan Council
The bill was recommended for deferral by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Pursuant to Rule 8.1 of the Rules of Procedure of the Council, the bill is deferred.
7/7/2026
Metropolitan Council
The bill was recommended for deferral by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Pursuant to Rule 8.1 of the Rules of Procedure of the Council, the bill is deferred.
6/16/2026
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 Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
6/9/2026
Metropolitan Council
Referred without comment

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