SB 1923 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Zoning - As introduced, requires a person to reside in the county at least 12 months prior to being eligible to be appointed to a county board of zoning appeals. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 12 and Title 13.

SB 1923 requires anyone appointed to a county board of zoning appeals in Tennessee to have lived in that county for at least 12 months prior to appointment. This bill amends specific sections of Tennessee law (Titles 5, 6, 7, 12, and 13) to establish this residency requirement for zoning board members. The change directly affects individuals seeking appointment to these local zoning boards, ensuring they have a minimum connection to the community they serve. The bill does not alter zoning rules or development standards, only the eligibility criteria for board membership.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 22, 2026 Last action Mar 4, 2026
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Mar 4, 2026
Committee
Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate State & Local Government Committee
lower
Feb 2, 2026
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate State and Local Government Committee
upper
Jan 22, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
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Richard Briggs
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