*Effective June 1st, 2026, all planning requests/ applications will be processed through our online submittal portal GeoCivix.

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Any appeal of an administrative decision shall require a public hearing before the Board of Zoning Appeals.

A notice of appeal and a complete Application requesting approval for an appeal of an administrative decision must be filed with the Zoning Administrator within 30 days of the decision.

Appeals of Administrative Decisions are reviewed and approved by the Board of Zoning Appeals.

Step 1. Preliminary Meeting (Optional)
A pre-application meeting is advised but not required prior to submitting an application.  To schedule a meeting, please contact the Planning Department at (615)776-6704 or via email at Planning@nolensvilletn.gov

Step 2. Appeal of Administrative Decision Application Submittal
Applications should be submitted according to the Board of Zoning Appeals submittal schedule.  Documentation of the decision you are appealing should be included in the submittal and any materials you believe are relevant for the Board to understand your interpretation of the ordinance. 

Step 3. Public Notice
At least 15 days prior to the BZA meeting the applicant shall mail notification letters to surrounding property owners and submit a copy of the Public Notice Letter to the Planning Department. Public Notice letters should include the reason for the appeal & the date and time of the meeting.

Step 4. Board of Zoning Appeals - Final Action
The BZA will review the applicants request and take final action.  The order, decision, determination, or interpretation will not be reversed or modified, unless there is both competent material and substantial evidence in the record showing that it fails to comply with either the procedural or substantive requirements of the Zoning Ordinance. 

Step 5. Next Step
Based on the action taken by BZA the applicant may either proceed under the original decision, determination, or interpretation or request a new determination based on the BZA findings.