Dickson Planning Commission Approves 38 Lot Subdivision With Sidewalk Requirement

Dickson, TN — The City of Dickson Planning Commission unanimously approved a preliminary plat for The Preserve at Eno, a proposed 38-lot single family subdivision on Eno Road at Edgewood Drive, with a condition requiring sidewalks.

The development is planned on property annexed into the city on October 6, 2025. Its preliminary approval followed a discussion about pedestrian access, construction timing and a possible future street connection.

Developers initially proposed drainage ditches without sidewalks, explaining that the subdivision’s cul-de-sac design would limit traffic and discourage motorists from cutting through the neighborhood.

City staff recommended sidewalks on both sides of the development, citing connectivity. Commissioners also pointed to the subdivision’s centralized mail kiosk as a reason to provide a place for residents to walk.

One commissioner questioned whether anything about the project would justify omitting sidewalks. A development representative said there was nothing extraordinary about the subdivision and explained that the team had initially interpreted the city’s regulations as applying more closely to downtown development.

Commissioners emphasized the value of sidewalks for families, including parents walking with strollers and residents going to collect their mail.

“I talk to a lot of young people and families that buy homes, and they really love sidewalks,” one commissioner said.

Developers indicated they would include sidewalks if the commission required them. They requested that the sidewalks be installed as individual houses are built, rather than before home construction begins, to reduce the chance of damage from heavy construction traffic.

Staff said that approach was consistent with how the city has handled other developments. Sidewalk sections can be installed as homes are completed and the surrounding yards are graded and landscaped, with coordination needed to ensure the sections connect as the neighborhood builds out.

The commission then approved the preliminary plat with the sidewalk condition.

The layout also showed an area extending toward Haley Street as a possible future phase. Staff said that connection was not planned as part of the initial development presented to the commission.

Although earlier discussions had contemplated a connection through to Haley Street, the preliminary plan treated that portion as a potential later addition.

Commissioners also discussed requirements for the subdivision’s sewer lift station. Staff flagged the need for a hard surface around the facility and screening, with details to be coordinated with the water authority.

A development representative said information had been submitted to the authority and comments had been received. Staff asked the team to account for the expectations as the project moves toward final plat consideration, noting that access to the facility would be important for operation and maintenance.

The commission’s action approved the preliminary subdivision layout. Final plat consideration remains a later step in the development process.