NASHVILLE, Tenn (WTVF) — Metro Council moved forward with a controversial housing zoning bill on Tuesday night, passing it on second reading after hours of heated debate from supporters and opponents.

The proposal, spearheaded by Councilmember Jennifer Gamble, would update zoning codes to allow more diversity of housing types like townhomes, 3 and 4-unitplex housing and higher-density development in certain neighborhoods. The changes aim to address Nashville's ongoing housing shortage.

The bill doesn't automatically change zoning. Any request would still go through the existing rezoning process requiring public notice, hearings and council approval.

Supporters argued the changes are needed to expand housing options and keep Nashville affordable.

"This bill is not the sole answer to our

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