Housing (Zoning)

died · Tennessee · House Mar 23, 2026

HB 1837: Real Property - As introduced, enacts the "Tennessee Private Property Vesting Rights of 2026," which entitles a property owner to just compensation from a public entity if the public entity enacts a land use regulation that has the effect of reducing the fair market value of the property. - Amends TCA Title 29, Chapter 16.

HB 1837, titled the "Tennessee Private Property Vesting Rights of 2026," entitles property owners to just compensation from public entities when land use regulations (like zoning or development rules) reduce a property’s fair market value. It applies to owners of real property acquired after the regulation’s enactment, requiring public entities to pay compensation equal to the value loss upon written demand. Key exclusions include regulations protecting public health/safety (e.g., fire codes), federal compliance, or common law nuisances, with the public entity bearing the burden to prove exemptions. Owners must file claims within three years of the regulation’s enactment or a related land use application, and can seek attorney fees if compensation isn’t paid within 90 days of demand.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingRequires public entities to pay compensation for regulations reducing property value, potentially discouraging zoning policies that promote affordable housing development.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Land Use Landlords Zoning

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in committee · Tennessee · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SB 1045: 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.

SB 1045 prohibits state and local governments from requiring developers to pay for infrastructure that isn't essential to their project, such as roads or utilities not directly connected to the development. It specifically applies to residential projects with fewer than 300 single-family homes or 500 multi-family units, defining "nonessential infrastructure" as anything not contiguous to the property or exceeding initial planning estimates. The bill does not change existing tax, zoning, or permitting rules but takes effect July 1, 2025, for new contracts. This directly affects builders and developers by limiting government demands for off-site infrastructure costs.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill reduces developer costs by prohibiting nonessential infrastructure fees for residential projects, facilitating housing development without explicit affordability measures.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development Zoning

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in committee · Tennessee · Senate May 27, 2025

SB 1381: Housing - As enacted, authorizes local governments to regulate sober living homes for recovery from alcohol, drug, and substance abuse to the extent such regulation complies with the Fair Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 13 and Title 33.

SB 1381 authorizes Tennessee local governments (cities, counties, or metropolitan areas) to regulate sober living homes - alcohol- and drug-free residences where adults recovering from substance abuse live together - to ensure compliance with federal Fair Housing and ADA laws. Key provisions require such homes to be at least 1,000 feet from schools/daycares, allow local zoning rules for location/operation, and mandate clinical referrals from licensed providers before admission. The bill directly affects sober living home operators, local governments creating regulations, and residents seeking recovery housing. It updates state housing laws to clarify that these homes are not treatment facilities and must avoid discriminatory practices under federal law.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires clinical referrals from licensed providers for sober living homes, enhancing access to substance abuse treatment services and aligning with healthcare standards.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAuthorizes local regulation of sober living homes to comply with Fair Housing Act/ADA, preventing discrimination against recovery housing and supporting tenant rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse Zoning

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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 · 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 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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failed · Tennessee · House Feb 19, 2025

HB 396: Housing - As introduced, requires multi-family facilities, buildings, and structures constructed under a voluntary attainable housing incentive program to be deed-restricted to ensure that the attainable housing continues for at least 30 years, instead of in perpetuity. - Amends TCA Title 13, Chapter 3.

HB 396 would change Tennessee's housing law by shortening the required deed restriction period for affordable multi-family housing built under voluntary incentive programs. Instead of requiring affordability "in perpetuity," the bill would limit these restrictions to at least 30 years. This directly affects developers and property owners participating in the state's attainable housing incentive program. The bill failed in committee on February 19, 2025, and did not advance further. (Amends TCA Title 13, Chapter 3, Section 13-3-603(f).)

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingShortens deed restrictions from perpetuity to 30 years, weakening long-term affordability requirements for incentive program housing.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Historic Preservation Zoning

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