Housing

in committee · Tennessee · House May 5, 2026

HB 1671: Local Government, General - As enacted, prohibits local governmental entities from relocating homeless individuals unless the relocation meets certain criteria; authorizes the receiving jurisdiction to seek damages and injunctive relief for violations. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7 and Title 71, Chapter 5.

HB 1671 prohibits Tennessee local governments from moving homeless individuals to another jurisdiction without the receiving area's written consent (§7-51-2801) and bans using public funds for such relocations without verified housing/services in the new area (§7-51-2802). The bill authorizes Tennessee's attorney general to seek $10,000 civil penalties per violation and lets affected jurisdictions sue for damages or court orders to stop violations (§7-51-2803). It directly affects cities and counties managing homeless services and homeless individuals relocated between areas. The law amends specific Tennessee Code sections related to local government operations and homeless services.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits relocating homeless without housing/services, requiring coordinated relocations and penalties for violations, directly addressing homelessness.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness

Track

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

Track

in committee · Tennessee · Senate Apr 20, 2026

SB 1798: Taxes, Ad Valorem - As introduced, changes the reimbursement amount for property tax relief for disabled veteran homeowners; increases the reimbursement amount from payment on the first $175,000 of the full market value of the home to payment on the first $200,000 of the full market value. - Amends TCA Title 67, Chapter 5, Part 7.

SB 1798 increases property tax relief for disabled veteran homeowners in Tennessee by raising the reimbursement threshold from $175,000 to $200,000 of a home's full market value. This change directly affects eligible disabled veterans who qualify for property tax relief under Tennessee law. The bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated § 67-5-704(a) to adjust the covered value amount for reimbursement calculations. The updated reimbursement rate takes effect for tax years beginning July 1, 2026. The change expands the property value covered for tax relief without altering eligibility requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases property tax relief for disabled veterans by raising reimbursement threshold from $175k to $200k, providing greater tax relief for eligible homeowners.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreases property tax relief for disabled veterans, reducing housing costs for a specific group by expanding reimbursement threshold from $175k to $200k of home value.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransIncreases property tax relief threshold for disabled veterans from $175k to $200k, expanding financial benefits under Tennessee law.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Property Taxes

Track

signed · Tennessee · Senate Apr 6, 2026

SB 1993: Landlord and Tenant - As enacted, prohibits certain persons from publishing, transmitting, or broadcasting any video of the service of civil process related to an eviction proceeding without the express written permission of the individual being served with civil process; specifies that an individual who is a victim of the publication, transmission, or broadcast of such a video without the individual's permission has a private right of action against the person violating the prohibition. - Amends TCA Title 13; Title 29 and Title 66.

SB 1993 prohibits landlords, property managers, or others serving eviction paperwork from sharing real-time videos of the eviction process without the tenant's written permission. It directly affects property owners and their agents who might film or broadcast eviction notices, while excluding law enforcement officers acting in their official duties. The law creates a private right to sue for violations, with a minimum $25,000 penalty per intentional breach, plus actual damages and legal fees. This protects tenants from unauthorized public exposure during eviction proceedings, focusing on consent and financial recourse.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits unauthorized sharing of eviction videos, protects tenant privacy, and creates private right to sue with $25k penalty. Directly strengthens tenant protections in housing context.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

signed · Tennessee · House May 18, 2026

HB 1875: Real Property - As enacted, prohibits a unit owners' association or homeowners' association from prohibiting a lot owner from installing an electric vehicle charging station for the lot owner's personal use on property owned by the lot owners; makes other changes related to electric vehicle charging stations. - Amends TCA Title 48 and Title 66.

HB 1875 prevents homeowners' associations (HOAs) and condominium associations from banning lot or unit owners from installing personal electric vehicle (EV) charging stations on their own property, including designated parking spots. The bill allows associations to set reasonable limits on station size, placement, and installation method but prohibits them from blocking installations in owners' designated parking areas. Homeowners installing EV chargers must cover liability costs and maintain insurance, with associations required to be named as insureds. This directly affects homeowners seeking EV infrastructure and HOAs managing community rules, effective July 2026.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRemoves barriers to EV charging infrastructure, promoting renewable energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence through expanded access to clean energy infrastructure.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProtects property rights by allowing lot owners to install personal EV charging stations without HOA prohibition, directly supporting property rights within housing context.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationProhibits HOAs from banning EV charging stations, enabling home EV infrastructure and promoting sustainable transportation adoption.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles Vehicle Registration

in committee · Tennessee · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 1916: Taxes, Real Property - As introduced, redefines "movable structure" for purposes of classification and assessment of property so that a mobile home or other movable structure that is used as a residence or apartment must be used permanently as such instead of temporarily or permanently. - Amends TCA Title 67, Chapter 5.

SB 1916 redefines "movable structure" in Tennessee's property tax code to require mobile homes used as permanent residences to be classified as such for tax purposes, rather than as temporary structures. This change directly affects mobile home owners who use their units as primary residences, ensuring they are assessed under residential property tax rates. The bill amends Tennessee Code § 67-5-501(7) to specify that mobile homes must be "used permanently as a residence" to qualify for this classification, eliminating prior flexibility for temporary or mixed-use designations. The policy takes effect for tax years beginning January 1, 2026, impacting how these properties are assessed statewide.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesReclassifies mobile homes as permanent residences for lower tax rates, providing relief to mobile home owners who use them as primary residences.95% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingChanges mobile home tax classification to residential rates, potentially increasing costs for permanent residents and reducing affordability.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Property Taxes

Track

in committee · Tennessee · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 775: Taxes, Ad Valorem - As introduced, requires 10 percent of the excess proceeds from a delinquent property tax sale to be used for tax relief for homeowners who are elderly low-income, disabled, or a disabled veteran or widow of a disabled veteran. - Amends TCA Title 67, Chapter 5.

SB 775 requires that 10% of excess proceeds from delinquent property tax sales in Tennessee be allocated to provide tax relief for specific homeowners. It directly affects elderly low-income residents, disabled individuals, disabled veterans, and widows of disabled veterans. The bill amends tax code provisions to mandate this funding shift, directing the 10% toward a new relief program under Chapter 5 of Title 67. This policy change takes effect July 1, 2025, creating a dedicated funding source for targeted property tax assistance.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesDirects 10% of delinquent property tax sale proceeds to fund tax relief for elderly low-income/disabled veterans, advancing fiscal support for vulnerable populations via dedicated budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingRedirects 10% of tax sale proceeds to fund property tax relief for vulnerable homeowners (elderly low-income, disabled, veterans), preventing displacement and supporting housing affordability.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly allocates 10% of property tax sale proceeds for tax relief for disabled veterans and widows of disabled veterans, directly funding veteran benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Property Taxes

Track

signed · Tennessee · Senate May 15, 2025

SB 207: Agriculture, Dept. of - As enacted, establishes a fund for the development and implementation of programs that benefit Tennesseans by preserving farmland and forestland, including a grant program for conservation easements. - Amends TCA Title 43, Chapter 1, Part 1.

SB 207 creates a new "farmland preservation fund" within Tennessee's state budget to support the long-term protection of agricultural and forested land. The fund provides grants to help farmers and foresters place permanent conservation easements on their property - legal agreements that prevent development while allowing farming or forestry activities. These grants can be awarded directly to landowners or to qualified nonprofit organizations (like 501(c)(3) groups) that hold the easements, with requirements including proof of the easement agreement and ongoing agricultural use. The Tennessee Department of Agriculture will manage the fund, and unspent money will carry forward annually instead of reverting to the general budget.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates new state budget fund for farmland conservation grants, allocating state resources to preserve agricultural land through program funding.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentSB 207 establishes a farmland preservation fund with grants for conservation easements, directly protecting agricultural/forest land from development and conserving natural resources per bill's explicit purpose.95% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill preserves farmland via conservation easements, restricting land development that could otherwise be used for housing. This limits housing development, aligning with 'oppose' indicators.80% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Conservation Forestry Property Development

signed · Tennessee · Senate May 27, 2026

SB 539: Taxes, Real Property - As enacted, establishes the process for property tax assessment and valuation of multi-unit rental housing that receives a federal, state, or local incentive based on low-income renter restrictions. - Amends TCA Title 7; Title 13; Title 48; Title 49; Title 67 and Title 68.

SB 539 establishes new rules for taxing multi-unit rental properties (four or more units) that receive federal, state, or local incentives tied to low-income housing restrictions, such as tax credits or rent subsidies. Property owners must notify local assessors by December 31 each year if their property has such restrictions, and assessors must value these properties using specific methods - including adjusting for rent differences between restricted and non-restricted units and excluding tax credits from valuation. The bill requires a higher capitalization rate (50-150 basis points above the national average) for these properties to reflect their reduced market value, with rules taking effect for tax year 2026. This directly affects owners of qualifying rental housing and property assessors statewide.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAdjusts property tax assessments for low-income housing, reducing tax burden on qualifying properties through valuation methods that reflect restricted rents.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingSB 539 creates tax assessment rules for low-income rental properties with rent restrictions, maintaining incentives to preserve affordable housing by preventing excessive tax burdens on qualifying units.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Historic Preservation Property Taxes

in committee · Tennessee · Senate Mar 26, 2025

SB 523: Welfare - As introduced, requires the department of human services to develop and implement a five-year pilot program in which eligible households are awarded an annual supplemental income grant of $5,000 beginning in 2026. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 9; Title 67, Chapter 4 and Title 71.

SB 523 proposes a five-year pilot program (2026-2030) providing eligible Tennessee households with an annual $5,000 supplemental income grant. It directly affects low-income households with at least three family members (including extended relatives like nieces/nephews), residing in Tennessee, and earning under $30,000 adjusted gross income (excluding the grant). The program requires annual reapplication, funds the grants through existing sources like tax donations and federal funds, and ends with leftover money returning to the state’s revenue reserve. The Department of Human Services would administer the program, creating forms and rules for applications.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides $5,000 annual grants to low-income TN households under $30k AGI, directly increasing housing affordability for target demographic.85% confidence

Track