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Aug 25, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Newport Board Of Zoning Appeals And Newport Regional Planning Commission Regular Monthly Meeting
The Newport Board of Zoning Appeals and the Newport Regional Planning Commission held their respective meetings. The Planning Commission agenda included the denial of a final plat request for Splashaway Road due to late submission, the approval of a multi-lot subdivision off Smith Street, and the approval of an amendment to the zoning ordinance to create an R-3 High Density Residential zone, which will be forwarded to the City Council.
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Beer Board For The City Of Newport, Tennessee Meeting Minutes
The Beer Board reviewed and approved an on-premise beer permit for Joe's Sport Bar & Grill, subject to conditions regarding a background check on the manager and fire inspection approval for the hood system. Additionally, the Board approved an on-premise beer permit for The Neighborhood Beer House.
Jul 28, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Newport Board of Zoning Appeals and Newport Regional Planning Commission Regular Monthly Meeting Minutes
The board addressed several zoning variance requests, including approvals for properties at 443/437 Jefferson Avenue and 484 Smith Street. Additionally, the regional planning commission reviewed and approved the 2025 Hurricane Helene Recovery Project for park reconstruction, a concept plan for a commercial development at 761 Cosby Highway, and a rezoning request for a property on Cosby Highway. A proposal to create an R-3 High Density Residential Zoning district was tabled for further consideration.
Jul 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
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City Of Newport Board Of Mayor And Aldermen Regular Session Meeting Minutes
The board approved multiple re-appointments to the Industrial Development Board and the Newport Museum Advisory Board. Several resolutions were passed, including authorization to apply for a CDBG Disaster Recovery Grant for storm water management, hiring administrative and engineering services for the grant, and approving the annexation and plan of service for 1300 Splashaway Road. The board approved an event permit for the Red, White and Newport 250th Anniversary event without fireworks, an event permit for the Cock-A-Doodle Dash, an annual contract with E-911 Emergency, and a request for early retirement for a city employee. Additionally, the board approved the purchase of an ADA automatic door for the Tanner Building and the purchase of two patrol vehicles for the police department.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
