JUNE UPDATE: NEW PUBLIC ENGAGEMENTS DATES ADDED - DETAILS BELOW
MAURY COUNTY, TENNESSEE
COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN
ENGAGING IN THE VISION OF MAURY COUNTY
The Maury County Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update is aimed at mapping out the future growth and development of our community. This process focuses on enhancing land use, infrastructure, and quality of life for all residents. By engaging in this process, you contribute to shaping the future of Maury County.
What is a Comprehensive
Land Use Plan
A Comprehensive Land Use Plan is a long-term planning document that outlines the county's vision for growth, development, and preservation.
It reaffirms and establishes goals, policies, and strategies to guide land use, housing, transportation, infrastructure and public services to ensure sustainable and thoughtful development that aligns with the community's identified priorities.
Without an Updated Plan...
development and growth may occur or be directed towards unintended areas, leading to issues like traffic, overcrowding, infrastructure strain, and loss of the natural environment.
With a Plan, we can...
ensure growth is appropriately located, well-managed, infrastructure is supportive and maintained, and community character is preserved. A plan provides a framework for decision-making, managing and directing development, and protecting natural resources, while addressing residents' needs and priorities.
who creates the plan
YOU! Comprehensive Land Use Plans are created from input of residents, businesses, property owners, students, and community stakeholders throughout the process. No one knows the community better than you!
how is it created?
Surveys, community meetings, and workshops will take place throughout the process. So we need you to share ideas and concerns. The County, along with planning consultants (McBride Dale Clarion) organize all the feedback and draft the plan document.
how is it implemented
Once a final draft of the Plan is completed and reviewed, it will be voted on, and adopted by the Maury County Planning Commission after County Commission endorsement. The Comprehensive Land Use Plan will then inform policy decisions, zoning and land use reviews, and project prioritization.
Project Phases
We are here!
Step 1.
Initiation &
Existing Conditions
Spring 2026
Step 1 focuses on understanding current conditions and establishing a strong foundation for the planning process.
This step includes:
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Project kick-off meeting
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Preparation of the Project Management Plan
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Development of project branding
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Formation of Advisory Committee and first meeting
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Public open house
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Online survey / engagement activity
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Baseline research and analysis (demographics, land use, infrastructure, transportation)
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Review of existing plans and studies
Step 2.
Visioning &
Future Land Use
Early Summer 2026
Step 2 focuses on defining the community's vision for the future and evaluating alternative growth patterns.
This step includes:
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Development of a draft vision statement, goals, and strategies
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Advisory Committee review of vision and goals
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Development and evaluation of future land use and growth framework scenarios
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Advisory Committee review of the future land use framework
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Fiscal impact analysis of growth scenarios
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Advisory Committee review of fiscal impact findings
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Public engagement activities, including workshops, open house, and online engagement.
Step 3.
Drafting, Review & Adoption
Late Summer 2026
Step 3 focuses on refining recommendations, finalizing the Plan, and supporting adoption.
This step includes:
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Development of the Plan template and graphic design
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Drafting of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan
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Joint workshop with the Planning Commission and County Commission
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Public open house and online review of the draft Plan
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Public hearings and adoption process
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Final revisions and production of final Plan document and exhibits.
Project Spotlight
Step 2. Visioning & Future Land Use
UPDATE: June 4, 2026 | Public Engagement Events Scheduled
A series of Public Engagement Events have been scheduled for this month. Each of the Public Engagement Events listed below will consist of the same activities and input opportunities at different times and locations to accommodate busy schedules, availability, and location. We hope to see you at one of the following events to provide your input and feeback!
June 16th
9:00 AM
Culleoka Unit School Cafeteria
1921 Warrior Way
Culleoka, TN 38451
5:30 PM
Santa Fe Unit School Cafeteria
2629 Santa Fe Pike
Santa Fe, TN 38482
June 17th
11:30 AM
Mt. Pleasant Middle School Cafeteria
410 Gray Lane
Mt. Pleasant, TN 38474
5:30 PM
Hampshire Unit School Cafeteria
4235 Old State Road
Hampshire, TN 38461
Step 1. Initiation & Existing Conditions
May 19, 2026 | Advisory Committee Meeting #2
An Advisory Committee meeting was held on Tuesday, May 19th at 5:30 pm in the Tom Primm Commission Room (6 Public Square, Columbia, TN 38401).
The purpose of this meeting was to discuss the feedback and input received during the March 25th Public Open House #1 . During this meeting, our consultant team (McBride Dale Clarion and TichlerBise) provided an overview of the progress up to this point, and outlined the next steps, and began discussions related to community goals and objectives.
The final agenda for the meeting can be found below:
A link to the PowerPoint presentation provided during the meeting can be viewed below:
March 25, 2026 | Public Open House #1
On Wednesday, March 25th a public open house was held at Columbia Central High School. The purpose of the open house was to kick off the process of establishing a new Comprehensive Land Use Plan. In order to establish a strong foundation, we want to understand how you feel about Maury County.
The input gathered during this phase will inform how to develop the most appropriate planning guide for land use, growth, and preservation in the unincorporated county.
During the open house, attendees:
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Learned background of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan process
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Interacted with stations to provide input and comments
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Spoke directly with the Maury County planning team and consultant group
Displayed are each of the boards that were present during the open house. A link is provided below each board to provide additional comments or feedback.
If you attended the open house and had additional thoughts, please take a minute to submit them.
And if you weren't able to attend, we encourage you to look over the information and provide your input. Every comment matters because this is YOUR community!
Northeast Quadrant Board (PDF)
We want your input!
Help us create a vision for Maury County by telling us your thoughts about the community!
What do you love? What could be better? What would you like to see in the years ahead?
Your feedback in this survey will start the process to make Maury County even better for everyone!
PDF coming soon!
PRINT & SUBMIT
Click the button below to share initial input about your community.
Existing County Resources & Plans
2011 - Comprehensive Plan (PDF)
The Maury County Comprehensive Plan is a foundational management tool that establishes a long-term vision for the county and its municipalities. It outlines essential policies for land use, economic development, transportation, and infrastructure, providing a consistent framework for local boards and commissions to make decisions. In the context of a land use plan update, this document serves as the primary guide, ensuring that new development aligns with the community's goals for preserving rural character while managing anticipated population growth
2018 - County Major Road Plan (PDF)
The Maury County Major Road Plan is a specialized planning document that identifies the current and future transportation network needed to support the county's growth. It provides a map index and classifications for major thoroughfares, ensuring that the transportation infrastructure is developed in tandem with land use changes. In a comprehensive land use plan update, the Major Road Plan is critical for coordinating development patterns with road capacity and connectivity, ensuring that the transportation system can handle the density and intensity of uses proposed in the updated plan.
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The Maury County Zoning Ordinance is the primary regulatory tool used to implement the vision established by the Comprehensive Plan by establishing specific land use categories, dimensional standards, and development requirements. It provides the legal mechanism for governing how individual properties can be used, developed, or protected through the establishment of base and overlay districts. During a comprehensive land use plan update, the Zoning Ordinance is often revised to ensure that its regulations and "official zoning map" accurately reflect the updated land use goals and growth strategies defined in the new plan.
Mark Your Calendars!
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS AND UPCOMING MEETINGS
February 2026
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Tuesday, February 24th
Planning Commission Introduction -
Wednesday, February 25th
Advisory Committee Meeting #1
March 2026
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Public Open House
Wednesday, March 25th
921 Lion Parkway
April 2026
No meetings scheduled at this time
May 2026
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Tuesday, May 19th | 5:30 PM
Advisory Committee Meeting #2
Tom Primm Commission Room
6 Public Square
Columbia, TN 38401 -
Meeting Agenda (PDF)
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Meeting PowerPoint (PDF)
June 2026
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Wednesday, June 16th | 9:00 AM
Public Engagement Event - Time Slot 1
Culleoka Unit School Cafeteria
1921 Warrior Way
Culleoka, TN 38451
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Wednesday, June 16th | 5:30 PM
Public Engagement Event - Time Slot 2 Santa Fe Unit School Cafeteria
2629 Santa Fe Pike
Santa Fe, TN 38482
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Thursday, June 17th | 11:30 AM
Public Engagement Event - Time Slot 3
Mt. Pleasant Middle School Cafeteria
410 Gray Lane
Mt. Pleasant, TN 38474
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Thursday, June 17th | 5:30 PM
Public Engagement Event - Time Slot 4
Hampshire Unit School Cafeteria
4235 Old State Road
Hampshire, TN 38474