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Nashville Jail Complex Planned at Harding Place

Metro Nashville Jail Complex, a 500,806 sq ft project, planned at 5113 Harding Place.

Nashville sheriff proposes 1.8k-bed jail to ease overcrowding
Nashville sheriff proposes 1.8k-bed jail to ease overcrowdingImage via The Tennessean

The Metro Nashville Jail Complex at 5113 Harding Place, developed by the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office and Metro Government, spans 500,806 sq ft. Metro sought a design-build team in March, with a $410 million maximum price target. Construction funding beyond initial planning and design money still needs Metro Council approval. Construction is expected to take about 36 months once a contractor is selected.

See designs of Nashville's new $113M downtown jail
See designs of Nashville's new $113M downtown jailImage via The Tennessean

Public transit details near the site are unavailable.

Nashville sheriff proposes 1.8k-bed jail to ease overcrowding
Nashville sheriff proposes 1.8k-bed jail to ease overcrowdingImage via The Tennessean

Correction, Oct. 22, 2026: An earlier version of this story said the jail complex was approved and gave a March 25, 2029 completion date and a LEED Gold target. The project was out for bids, its construction funding still needed Metro Council approval, and no source gives a completion date or a LEED target.

Nashville Plots $410 Million Jail Shakeup At Harding Place
Nashville Plots $410 Million Jail Shakeup At Harding PlaceImage via Hoodline
Address
5113 Harding Place, Nashville, TN 37211
Sq ft
500,806
Completion
2029

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