Zoning Restrictions for Vape and Cannabinoid Retail Establishments
Summary
A proposed ordinance would update zoning rules for tobacco, vape, and cannabinoid retail shops across Chapters 2, 4, and 5 of the zoning code. This affects where such businesses can locate in the city — a concern for neighborhoods and schools nearby.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 29, 2026.
Impact analysis
Minimal direct financial impact on municipal revenues, though zoning clarity helps streamline code enforcement.
Residents and schools near proposed retail locations benefit from stricter siting rules if adopted.
Existing or prospective vape and tobacco retailers could face new limits on where they may operate.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Mayor Alderman Public Hearing - Nov 5, 2026
A proposed ordinance would update zoning rules for tobacco, vape, and cannabinoid retail shops across Chapters 2, 4, and 5 of the zoning code. This affects where such businesses can locate in the city — a concern for neighborhoods and schools nearby.
Board of Mayor and Aldermen (Work) - Oct 29, 2026
New zoning rules would keep vape and tobacco shops a quarter mile from schools, daycares and churches. Alderman Hobbs wants a half-mile buffer, but staff warned that could unintentionally ban the shops citywide, so more research is coming.
Planning Commission Meeting - Sep 29, 2026
La Vergne is updating its zoning laws to clearly define vape and cannabinoid shops and limit where they can open up, restricting high-density operations to industrial and interchange areas.
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