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Our council representative Jason Holleman won a major victory against excessive noise in Sylvan Heights. At the council meeting on Sept. 16, an amendment introduced by Councilman Holleman was unanimously approved.

This amendment (Amendment No. 1 to Ordinance No. BL2008-259) reads "No person or persons owning, operating, or having the care, custody, or control of any business or commercial facility shall be permitted to operate any equipment, vehicles, or heavy machinery incident to performing business or commercial functions, or engage in any other business or commercial activity, between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. which would emit, cause to be emitted, or permit the emission of any noise that is plainly audible from the outside wall of any residential structure located within a residential zoning district. The provisions of this paragraph shall not be applicable to business or commercial facilities located within the CC and CF zoning districts. For the purpose of this subsection, ‘plainly audible’ means any sound which clearly can be heard by unimpaired auditory senses.

This ordinance was unanimously approved by the Council on Sept. 16 and signed into law by Mayor Dean on Sept. 19.

This means that if you are bothered by excessive noise from industrial machinery, such as the galvanizing plant, between the hours of 9PM and 6AM, as long as the noise can clearly heard inside your house or apartment, the person or business making the noise is violating the law and you can call the police to make a complaint. You can find the full text of the ordinance and amendment here: http://www.nashville.gov/mc/ordinances/term_2007_2011/bl2008_259.htm

Our neighborhood owes Councilman Holleman thanks for introducing this important noise amendment.

Sept 29th, 2008 – We are planning a formal neighborhood watch kickoff sometime after the next SHNA meeting, but can't wait for the formal meeting to get started with the neighborhood watch. Please read the detailed article to find out exactly how to become more involved in taking a bite out of crime in Sylvan Heights. Read More
Jonathan Gilligan, SHNA Neighborhod Watch Director

Sept 20th, 2008 – Svetlana Stepanovic, our newest shna president, has taken over the reigns and already is making a big difference. We also have Erin O'Brien and Jonathan Gilligan on board for the Steering Committee. These folks are kicking butt and taking names. Jonathan has stepped up to re-format the Neighborhood Watch group to better utilize the tools provided by the Metro Police dept and to also implement block captains. If you have any questions or concerns, please let us know. Thanks!
Carrie Apple, SHNA Past President

May 1st, 2008 – Hey everyone. I have stopped the procrastination and finally updated our website's content and design. I can't begin to tell you how much it was in need of a refresh. There's still a few pages to be re-done and most likely content that needs correction. So, if you see anything at all that doesn't quite look right, or doesn't function, out of date... please do not hesitate to let me know. Thanks!
Carrie Apple, SHNA President & Designer

The Charlotte Ave/Richland Park Corridor will soon undergo a Detailed Corridor Design Plan process. The Detailed Corridor Design Plan process will create a plan for future growth and development outlining appropriate land use and urban design that complements and enhances the character of the corridor.

The success of the plan depends, in part, on the participation of all community members including residents, property owners, business owners and institutional representatives. We hope you’ll be able to participate in a series of community meetings.
Download Project Specs
Official Metro Project Website

Be on the lookout for pictures from our holiday party last December held at Jonathan Gilligan's fabulous modern home on 33rd...

all holiday 2007 photos

Loads of new people have moved into our neighborhood within the past year and we need help in extending a friendly welcome. Please let us know of a new neighbor so we may give a warm welcome gift. The only way we know of a new resident is if YOU tell us! Sending out the welcome wagon takes no effort, yet makes a great impression upon the new neighbors.
Send info here.

Have you been blessed with a kind neighbor who has enriched your life by doing a selfless act of kindness? SHNA will award them with a token of appreciation. Chuck Cardona's homemade banana bread is rumored to be a delicious reward! MMmmm, yum! To show your appreciation for one's kindness, just tell us the name and address, we'll do the rest!
Send a treat their way.