Nashville Considers Ban on Right Turns on Red at 59 Intersections for Pedestrian Safety

Nashville, TN, September 19, 2026 —

Nashville officials are exploring a significant change to traffic regulations, with a proposal to ban right turns on red lights at 59 specific intersections across the city. The primary objective cited for this potential policy shift is to enhance pedestrian safety.

The measure, if enacted, would prohibit drivers from making a right turn after stopping at a red signal in the designated areas. This common driving maneuver, often permitted after yielding to traffic and pedestrians, is frequently associated with conflicts involving pedestrians and cyclists. The rationale behind the proposed ban is to reduce the risk of collisions and improve the overall safety environment for those on foot.

Details regarding the timeline for consideration or potential implementation of the ban were not immediately available. Similarly, the specific intersections targeted for the ban have not been publicly identified. The process by which this proposal will be reviewed, debated, and potentially voted upon also remains unspecified at this stage.

The contractor’s name involved in assessing or proposing these changes was not provided. Information regarding the specific pedestrian safety concerns or incidents that prompted this review is also pending. The amount of any potential fines for violating the new rule, should it be adopted, was not stated. The contractor’s inspection outcomes or code violation findings, if any, are also not publicly detailed.

Officials are reportedly aiming to address issues related to pedestrian safety, though the exact nature of these issues or the data supporting the need for this ban at 59 intersections has not been elaborated upon. The city’s transportation department, or the relevant governing body, will be key in determining the future of this proposal. Further information is expected as the consideration process unfolds.

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