SB 731 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Public Contracts - As introduced, requires a local government to send back any requested changes on a contractor's or developer's application for development site plans or inspections in a single deliverable document or set of documents, or to remit related fees back to the developer for subsequent change requests; prohibits a local government from requiring a developer or contractor to fund, develop, or contribute to the development of nonessential infrastructure, unless otherwise agreed upon by the parties. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 9; Title 12; Title 13 and Title 66.

SB 731 requires local governments to provide all requested changes to developer applications for site plans or inspections in a single document, rather than multiple rounds of revisions. It also prohibits local governments from demanding that developers fund infrastructure like roads, utility lines, or traffic signals unless explicitly agreed upon in the original contract. This bill directly affects developers (who face fewer unexpected costs) and local governments (which must follow clearer submission rules). The key provisions aim to reduce delays and prevent developers from being asked to pay for infrastructure not essential to their specific project.
Bill status failed 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 10, 2025 Last action Apr 1, 2025
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Committee
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Mar 26, 2025
Lower · Passed
Placed on Senate State and Local Government Committee calendar for 4/1/2025
lower
Mar 25, 2025
Lower · Passed
Action deferred in Senate State and Local Government Committee to 4/1/2025
lower
Mar 19, 2025
Lower · Passed
Placed on Senate State and Local Government Committee calendar for 3/25/2025
lower
Feb 12, 2025
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate State and Local Government Committee
upper
Feb 10, 2025
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Mark Pody
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