The City of Nashville
... things worth knowing!
Nashville’s government is organized into several key components. At the top is the Mayor, who serves as the chief executive officer of Nashville. The legislative branch of Nashville’s government is the Metro Council, which consists of 40 members elected from different districts across the city. They meet regularly to ensure that the interests of their respective districts are represented in city governance.
Nashville operates as a "metropolitan government," which means it combines the functions of both city and county governments into one unified system. This setup is different from a city-county government model where a city and county are governed separately but may cooperate on certain issues. In Nashville's case, the same government handles all local services and regulations, streamlining operations and reducing duplication of services. This integrated approach helps coordinate resources and policies more effectively across the entire metropolitan area.
City Related Websites
Information of the city, parks, long-range planning, trails, recreation, city services, and more.
City of Nashville - Official website of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. This includes information on services, jobs, and the metropolitan government.
Greenways for Nashville - Provides information about the Greenways for Nashville initiative, which focuses on developing and maintaining greenways and trails in Nashville.
Land Development - Outlines the land development process in Nashville, including guidelines and procedures for new developments.
Long Range Planning for Nashville - Covers long-term planning strategies for Nashville, including vision plans and future growth policies.
Subdivision Regulations - Provides details on the regulations governing the subdivision of land in Nashville, including requirements for new subdivisions.
Zoning Changes - Explains the process for requesting zoning changes in Nashville, including how to apply and what criteria are considered.
