affordability and flexibility. However, there remains a stigma around apartments as lower-income housing despite rental costs often rivaling mortgage payments. Leaders are working to strike a balance between maintaining green spaces, managing traffic, and ensuring adequate housing supply to meet the needs of the growing population. Looking ahead, Wilson County officials are focused on several key initiatives. Over the next 18 months, the county will open two new elementary schools, which will help alleviate overcrowding and accommodate population growth. From an economic perspective, officials continue to educational pipeline, Wilson County residents have more than enough support in finding viable careers, no matter their stage of life. BALANCING COUNTY SUPPLY WITH RESIDENTIAL DEMAND FOR FUTURE GROWTH As one of the fastest-growing areas in Tennessee, Wilson County is facing the challenges of rapid residential expansion. Lebanon, the county seat, is now the 12th fastestgrowing city in the state. However, this growth has led to increased housing demand, driving up prices and creating affordability concerns. The county is seeing a shift in housing preferences, with more people opting for apartments due to 9 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 03 WILSON, TN
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