Costco has Clarksville expansion plans, if the community agrees to an incentive agreement

Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Chris Davis, NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) · July 21, 2026 · 3 min read

After months of speculation about what major retailer might be coming to one of the last large undeveloped tracts along Ted Crozier Boulevard, local economic development officials have confirmed that Costco plans to open a store in Clarksville. The wholesale retailer would become the anchor tenan...

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The potential arrival of Costco in Clarksville has significant implications for the Nashville area, particularly in terms of economic development and job creation. As a major retailer, Costco's presence could draw shoppers from surrounding counties, including Davidson County, and bolster the local economy. The projected creation of 600 full-time jobs and 201 indirect jobs would be a substantial boost to the region's employment market. Additionally, the estimated $6.25 million in annual local sales tax revenue could provide a much-needed influx of funding for local governments and schools in Montgomery County, potentially setting a precedent for similar developments in neighboring counties. The performance-based incentive agreement, which ties payments to the store's sales tax revenue, suggests a thoughtful approach to managing the project's economic impact. As the Montgomery County Commission considers the proposal, Nashville area residents will be watching to see how this development unfolds and whether it might inspire similar investments in their own communities.

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Category: business · Published: July 21, 2026 · Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) · Reading time: 3 min

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Costco has Clarksville expansion plans, if the community agrees to an incentive agreement

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