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What’s next for Belle Meade Plaza?

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What happens when a developer proposes a plan for a new high rise or shopping center? How much input do residential or commercial neighbors have? And what obligation do developers have to the community?

In December, AJ Capital Partners released its plans to build high rises at Belle Meade Plaza in West Nashville. The proposed redevelopment includes space for condos, apartments, a hotel and retail space.

Most agree that the strip mall is due for a face lift. So who gets to say what gets built in the old shopping center’s place? Today we’re talking to neighbors, the developer and the councilmember who represents this part of West Nashville.

But first, it’s time for @ Us! Host Khalil Ekulona and digital lead Anna Gallegos-Cannon respond to listener feedback and preview a future episode on eviction.

Guests:

  • Kate Parrish, Sylvan Park resident

  • Trish Bolian, neighbor involved in community issues

  • Jack Richmond, senior vice president at AJ Capital Partners

  • Kathleen Murphy, councilwoman for District 24


    • Related reading:

    • NewsChannel 5: Developers plan mixed-use development at Belle Meade Plaza shopping center

    • WKRN: Neighbors concerned with proposed Belle Meade Plaza development

    • TN Ledger: Belle Meade in their sights

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