Davidson County is inland (no coast) but Metro regulates development along the Cumberland River, Mill Creek, Richland Creek and floodplains. Water Quality Buffer Zones of 30-60 feet apply to blue-line streams under Metro Code 15.64.
Nashville has no coastline but Metro enforces strict buffers along rivers and streams. Metro Code 15.64 requires Water Quality Buffer Zones of 30 feet on intermittent streams and 60 feet on perennial streams (measured from top of bank). Buffers must remain undisturbed natural vegetation. The Cumberland River shoreline falls under USACE jurisdiction due to Cheatham and Old Hickory Lake navigation. Wetland impacts require USACE Section 404 permits plus TDEC Section 401 water quality certification. Floodway development prohibited; floodplain fill must meet no-rise standards. Aquatic Resource Alteration Permits (ARAP) from TDEC required for streambank work.
Buffer zone disturbance: stop-work and restoration order. Unpermitted streamwork: TDEC penalties up to $10,000/day. Wetland fill without Section 404: federal penalties up to $37,500/day.
Davidson County, TN
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