Housing (Property Development)

in committee · Tennessee · Senate Apr 1, 2025

SB 1323: Tennessee Housing Development Agency - As introduced, deletes provision requiring Tennessee rural and workforce housing tax credits to be authorized by joint resolution of the general assembly. - Amends TCA Section 13-23-134 and Chapter 971 of the Public Acts of 2024.

SB 1323 removes a requirement that the Tennessee General Assembly must approve rural and workforce housing tax credits through a joint resolution. It directly affects the Tennessee Housing Development Agency, which will now administer these credits without needing separate legislative authorization. The bill deletes specific sections of state law (TCA 13-23-134 subsection (f) and Chapter 971 of 2024) but maintains the existing rule that at least 50% of credits must go to projects in eligible rural areas. This change streamlines the process for allocating tax credits toward affordable housing development, effective July 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves legislative approval barrier for housing tax credits, streamlining access to funds for rural/workforce housing development per maintained 50% rural allocation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Property Development

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signed · Tennessee · Senate May 15, 2025

SB 773: Planning, Public - As enacted, specifies that the vesting period established for a construction project or development plan does not expire because of pending litigation challenging a permit; specifies that the vesting period is tolled while such litigation is pending. - Amends TCA Title 13, Chapter 3; Title 13, Chapter 4 and Title 13, Chapter 7.

SB 773 prevents development permits from expiring when lawsuits challenge them. It pauses the "vesting period" (the timeframe protecting approved projects) during ongoing court cases, ensuring developers retain their project rights. This directly affects property developers and construction companies with permits facing legal disputes. The law creates certainty for development timelines by halting the expiration clock while litigation proceeds.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents permit expiration during litigation, ensuring developers retain project rights and supporting housing development continuity.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development

in committee · Tennessee · House Apr 8, 2026

HB 608: Real Property - As introduced, prohibits the state or a local or municipal government from requiring a builder or developer of real property to pay for the building or development of infrastructure that is nonessential to the development, maintenance, or growth of the builder's development property. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 13; Title 54 and Title 66.

HB 608 prohibits Tennessee state and local governments from requiring builders or developers to fund infrastructure that isn't essential to their specific project. It specifically prevents governments from mandating payment for non-adjacent infrastructure or infrastructure beyond what was initially estimated for the development. The bill applies only to residential projects under 300 homes or multi-family housing under 500 units, covering elements like roads, utilities, or internet cabling not directly needed for the property's creation, maintenance, or growth. It does not affect existing zoning, tax laws, or permits, and takes effect July 1, 2025, for new contracts.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRestricts government mandates requiring developers to fund non-essential infrastructure, limiting government spending authority and budgetary demands on private entities.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingHB 608 reduces developer costs by prohibiting non-essential infrastructure mandates, directly facilitating housing development - a key component of the topic. It removes barriers to residential construction under 300 homes/multi-family under 500 u...90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development Property Taxes Zoning

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in committee · Tennessee · House Mar 19, 2025

HB 1327: Tennessee Housing Development Agency - As introduced, deletes provision requiring Tennessee rural and workforce housing tax credits to be authorized by joint resolution of the general assembly. - Amends TCA Section 13-23-134 and Chapter 971 of the Public Acts of 2024.

HB 1327 removes a requirement that the Tennessee General Assembly must approve rural and workforce housing tax credits through a joint resolution. This change directly affects the Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA), which administers these credits, by allowing it to manage the program without needing separate legislative authorization. The bill amends two specific sections of law to delete the existing authorization language while preserving the 2024 law's allocation rules (e.g., 50% of credits must go to rural projects). The key policy change is shifting the approval process from the legislature to the THDA's existing administrative authority. This takes effect July 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRemoves legislative approval hurdle for housing tax credits, enabling THDA to administer without joint resolution while preserving 2024 allocation rules, strengthening program continuity.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves legislative approval barrier for housing tax credits, enabling THDA to administer rural/workforce housing program efficiently while preserving 2024 allocation rules.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance Property Development

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in committee · Tennessee · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 785: Zoning - As introduced, prohibits local governments or planning commissions from requiring more than one means of ingress and egress into a proposed subdivision unless the proposed subdivision has at least 70 residential dwellings. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7 and Title 13.

SB 785 limits local governments in Tennessee from requiring more than one entrance or exit for new housing subdivisions unless they contain at least 70 homes. It directly affects subdivision developers (especially for smaller projects) and local planning commissions, cities, and counties that previously could mandate multiple access points. The bill prohibits these local entities from enforcing such requirements for subdivisions with fewer than 70 residential units, making any conflicting rule void. It amends Tennessee zoning codes (Titles 4, 5, 6, 7, and 13) to establish this statewide standard. The law takes effect July 1, 2025, applying to new or amended planning regulations after that date.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves local zoning barriers for smaller subdivisions, lowering development costs and enabling more housing options without restricting construction.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development Zoning

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in committee · Tennessee · House Feb 11, 2025

HB 1068: Public Funds and Financing - As introduced, creates in the department of human services a community grant advisory board for the purpose of administering the community-based organizations grant program to financially support eligible nonprofit organizations that serve communities in the areas of education, public health, housing, social issues, and economic and workforce development. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 9; Title 67 and Title 71.

HB 1068 creates a Community Grant Advisory Board within Tennessee's Department of Human Services to manage a new grant program supporting community-based nonprofit organizations. The bill establishes a special fund in the state general budget, initially appropriating $1 million to award grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000 to eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving communities in education, health, housing, social services, or economic development. Grants require applicants to demonstrate need, outline project plans, and prioritize community-driven solutions, with priority given to organizations led by community members they serve. The board must report annually on fund usage and recipient progress, with unspent funds carried forward annually.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $1M from state budget for community nonprofit grants in education, health, housing, and economic development programs.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates dedicated $1M grant program specifically funding nonprofits serving housing, alongside education/health, through new Community Grant Advisory Board.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development

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in committee · Tennessee · Senate May 8, 2025

SB 129: Tennessee Housing Development Agency - As enacted, increases, from $4 billion to $5 billion, the maximum aggregate principal amount for which the agency may issue bonds and notes at any one time. - Amends TCA Section 13-23-121.

SB 129 increases the Tennessee Housing Development Agency's (THDA) maximum bond limit from $4 billion to $6 billion. This change allows THDA to issue more bonds to fund below-market interest rate loans for low- and moderate-income Tennesseans. The bill directly affects THDA's ability to provide housing assistance programs, addressing rising demand since 2008. It amends Tennessee Code Annotated Section 13-23-121(a) to update the financial cap.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreases THDA bond cap to $6B for below-market loans to low/moderate-income residents, directly funding affordable housing programs to address rising demand since 2008.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development

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died · Tennessee · House Feb 5, 2025

HB 670: Environment and Conservation, Department of - As introduced, decreases from 450 to 400 feet from the usual banks of a Class II or Class III scenic river, the maximum area within which development is limited. - Amends TCA Title 11.

HB 670 would reduce the buffer zone for development near Class II and Class III scenic rivers in Tennessee from 450 feet to 400 feet from the river banks. This change would directly affect property owners and developers in these areas by narrowing the area where construction or other development is restricted. The bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 11, Section 11-13-108(a)(2), to update the distance limit for scenic river protections. The bill was introduced on February 3, 2025, but was withdrawn the following day.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentReduces scenic river buffer zone from 450 to 400 feet, weakening development restrictions and environmental protections near waterways.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill reduces scenic river buffer zones from 450 to 400 feet, allowing more development (including housing) in previously restricted areas. This facilitates housing development.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Property Development

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in committee · Tennessee · House Feb 26, 2025

HB 652: Zoning - As introduced, prohibits local governments or planning commissions from requiring more than one means of ingress and egress into a proposed subdivision unless the proposed subdivision has at least 70 residential dwellings. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7 and Title 13.

HB 652 limits local governments' zoning authority for new residential subdivisions. It prohibits planning commissions, city councils, county legislatures, and municipal governing bodies from requiring more than one entrance or exit into a subdivision unless it contains at least 70 homes. This applies to all Tennessee subdivisions subject to local planning regulations and takes effect July 1, 2025. The bill directly affects developers and local governments by standardizing access requirements for smaller subdivisions.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingReduces local zoning barriers for subdivisions, enabling more housing development by standardizing access requirements, which supports increased housing supply and affordability.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development Zoning

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died · Tennessee · House Feb 3, 2025

HB 63: Tennessee Housing Development Agency - As introduced, creates within the agency the Housing Opportunity and Pathways to Education (HOPE) pilot program to provide support to homeless families and those at risk of homelessness. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 9; Title 13 and Title 71, Chapter 5.

HB 63 creates Tennessee's HOPE pilot program to support homeless families and those at risk of homelessness. It requires the Tennessee Housing Development Agency to establish county-level facilities with health clinics, classrooms, and child-safe spaces, offering four staged support levels - from basic needs like ID assistance and emergency shelter to permanent housing with job training and educational support. The program partners with local nonprofits, streamlines ID documentation using facility addresses, and expires in 2030. It applies only to counties with 100,000-101,000 residents per the 2020 census.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates HOPE pilot program providing homeless families with housing support, job training, and health services through state agency and nonprofits, directly addressing homelessness and funding housing assistance.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Property Development

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