MT. JULIET, Tenn. (WTVF) — Homeowners in Mount Juliet are voicing strong opposition to a proposed 220-unit apartment complex they say will destroy their neighborhood character and quality of life.

The Mount Juliet City Council will consider a first reading for the development Monday, though the planning commission did not give the project a positive recommendation.

Robin Eakes has called her Mount Juliet home her sanctuary for 41 years, spending countless hours on her front porch watching the seasons change.

"Right now I can see the sun. I won't be able to see it when they put that up," Eakes said.

The proposed multi-use apartment complex would be built at West Caldwell Street and North Mount Juliet Road, directly impacting the views and atmosphere that longtime residents treasure.

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