Join us on September 15, 2026, from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (CT) for a Lunch & Learn hosted by Winstead.

This session, “Navigating and Streamlining Metro Nashville Entitlements,” will feature Bill Herbert, Land Use Attorney and Former Metro Director of Codes, and Emily Lamb, Metro Director of Codes, of Winstead PC. They will provide an insider’s perspective on navigating and streamlining the Metro Nashville entitlement process.

Drawing on his experience as a former Metro Nashville employee, Bill will share practical insights into how the entitlement process works behind the scenes, common challenges that delay projects, and strategies for improving agency coordination and achieving more predictable outcomes. Attendees will gain a better understanding of how to navigate the process more efficiently and reduce unnecessary roadblocks during project approvals.

Attendees will gain insight into:

• How the Metro Nashville entitlement process works

• Common bottlenecks that delay project approvals

• Best practices for coordinating with local agencies

• Strategies for streamlining the entitlement process

• Practical lessons from an insider's perspective

This session is designed to provide valuable perspective for developers, engineers, planners, attorneys, consultants, and land professionals working on projects throughout the Nashville area.

Lunch Provided. RSVP Required.

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• Non-Members

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