Sidewalk condemnations for Gagel and Blanton Lane projects
Summary
Metro wants to build sidewalks connecting Dixie Highway to Manslick Road and to St. Andrews Church Road, but four property owners won't cooperate — one ignores calls, one flatly refuses, one wants too much money, and one can't sign due to liens. The committee authorized condemnation so the sidewalk projects can move forward.
At a glance
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jun 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
Metro will pay appraised value through condemnation; owners had demanded above-market compensation.
Pedestrians gaining safe sidewalk connections along Gagel Avenue and Blanton Lane.
The four property owners whose land will be taken through condemnation proceedings.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Public Works Committee — June 16, 2026
Metro wants to build sidewalks connecting Dixie Highway to Manslick Road and to St. Andrews Church Road, but four property owners won't cooperate — one ignores calls, one flatly refuses, one wants too much money, and one can't sign due to liens. The committee authorized condemnation so the sidewalk projects can move forward.
Metro Council — June 11, 2026
Four resolutions let the county attorney pursue condemnation against property owners to build the Gagel Avenue and Blanton Lane sidewalks.
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