Martin explained the canvas structure is used in the metro area by other churches, and also by hotels who use the tent-like structure for banquet facilities.

"But it's not a tent,' Martin said.

Still, the commission had many questions they wanted answered before any decision was made.

Commissioner Greg Tarbutton asked how the structure would fare during a fire. When he was told the structure would melt, instead of having the flames spread, Tarbutton voiced concern about possible hazardous materials being released into the air.

Commission chairman Vernon "Mutt" Hunter said it was his decision to table the matter until the county's building department signed off on the structure.

Martin, along with his builder and church officials, agreed to provide the commission any information they needed before the next meeting.