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in committee · Tennessee · House May 15, 2025

HB 735: 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.

HB 735 amends Tennessee law to prevent a development project's "vesting period" (the timeframe during which approved permits remain valid) from expiring while a lawsuit challenges the permit. This affects developers and property owners whose permits face legal challenges, as it stops the vesting period from counting down during litigation. The bill requires that the vesting period be "tolled" (paused) for the duration of any pending court case about the permit. It applies to permits under Tennessee Code Annotated Sections 13-3-413 and 13-4-310, effective July 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents permit expiration during litigation, reducing delays for housing development projects and enabling faster construction of housing units.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development

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in committee · Tennessee · House May 13, 2025

HB 1134: Housing - As enacted, requires certain property, projects, and joint ventures to meet certain requirements if a legislative body of a county or municipality adopts by resolution or ordinance an affordable housing program. - Amends TCA Title 47 and Title 67.

This bill requires disabled veterans to provide documentation of their military service and disability to qualify for a property tax exemption. It directly affects disabled veterans in Tennessee seeking this exemption. The legislation amends Tennessee law to add this documentation requirement as a condition for eligibility. The exemption itself remains unchanged, but applicants must now submit proof of service and disability to claim it.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill sets requirements for properties in affordable housing programs, supporting implementation of such programs.90% confidence ✗ VeteransOpposes VeteransAdds documentation requirement for disabled veterans' property tax exemption, creating barrier to access existing benefit.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Property Taxes Veteran Housing

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passed both · Tennessee · Senate Mar 12, 2026

SB 242: Housing - As introduced, enacts the "Homes not Hedge Funds Act"; prohibits certain business entities from purchasing more than 100 single-family homes in certain counties in this state for purposes of renting the purchased properties; establishes a state and private cause of action and establishes damages for violations. - Amends TCA Title 13; Title 47 and Title 66.

SB 242, the "Homes not Hedge Funds Act," prohibits business entities (including hedge funds and large property companies) from purchasing more than 100 single-family homes in qualifying Tennessee counties (those with over 150,000 residents per the 2020 census) for rental purposes. The bill creates a legal cause of action for the state attorney general or affected individuals to sue violators, with penalties up to $100 per day per home and potential damages. It directly affects large-scale property investors operating in high-population counties, aiming to preserve homeownership opportunities by limiting bulk rentals. The law does not apply to homes purchased for personal residence or to governmental entities.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits large entities from buying >100 homes for rent in qualifying counties, protecting tenants and preventing market monopolization that drives up costs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homeownership Tenant Rights

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introduced · Tennessee · House Feb 12, 2025

HB 1297: Landlord and Tenant - As introduced, changes, from three days to three business days from the date written notice is received by a tenant, the date on which a landlord may terminate a rental agreement if the tenant or another person on the premises with the tenant's consent willfully or intentionally commits a violent act; behaves in a manner which constitutes or threatens to be a real and present danger to the health, safety, or welfare of the life or property of other tenants or persons on the premises; creates a hazardous or unsanitary condition on the property that affects the health, safety, or welfare or the life or property of other tenants or persons on the premises; or refuses to vacate the premises after entering the premises as an unauthorized subtenant or other unauthorized occupant. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 13; Title 56; Title 62; Title 66; Title 67 and Title 68.

HB 1297 changes Tennessee's landlord-tenant law by extending the notice period for lease termination from **three calendar days to three business days** when a tenant or occupant commits certain violations. It applies to situations involving violent acts, immediate threats to health/safety, hazardous conditions, or unauthorized occupancy. The bill amends multiple sections of Tennessee law (including Title 66) to implement this change, giving landlords a more realistic timeframe to address violations without counting weekends or holidays. This directly affects landlords and tenants in Tennessee rental properties where lease violations occur.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill extends notice period from calendar to business days for lease termination due to safety violations, providing tenants more time to respond and aligning with tenant protection principles.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

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failed · Tennessee · Senate Mar 11, 2025

SB 1013: Real Property - As introduced, makes void and unenforceable a restriction in a homeowners’ association declaration that would prohibit the operation of a family child care home at a property that is the site of a proposed family child care home, if the operator of the proposed family child care home has obtained a license from the department of human services and any necessary permits or licenses from the applicable local government for the operation of the family child care home. - Amends TCA Title 13 and Title 66.

SB 1013 prevents homeowners' associations (HOAs) in Tennessee from blocking licensed family child care operations on residential properties. It directly affects family child care providers who hold a Department of Human Services license and required local permits, and HOAs that previously enforced restrictive covenants. The bill makes any HOA rule prohibiting such homes unenforceable if the operator has the necessary licenses and permits. This policy change ensures licensed child care providers can operate in residential areas without HOA interference, amending Tennessee Code Sections 66-27-901 and 66-27-902.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents HOA restrictions on licensed family child care homes, enabling residential properties to accommodate affordable childcare services without undue barriers.92% confidence

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in committee · Tennessee · Senate Mar 18, 2025

SB 967: Landlord and Tenant - As introduced, increases, from 30 to 45, the number of days a tenant or household member and a landlord have to agree upon a date to terminate a residential rental or lease agreement, provided the tenant supplies written notice and documentation to the landlord that the tenant is a domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking victim. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 13; Title 20; Title 21; Title 25; Title 26; Title 28; Title 29; Title 40; Title 62; Title 66; and Title 68.

SB 967 increases the time landlords and tenants have to agree on ending a rental lease from 30 to 45 days when a tenant or household member is a victim of domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking. To qualify, tenants must provide the landlord with written notice and documentation of their victim status. This change applies to all residential rental agreements entered into, amended, or renewed after the law takes effect. It directly affects tenants who are victims of these crimes and their landlords in Tennessee by extending the negotiation period for lease termination.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreases tenant protection for abuse victims by extending lease termination notice period from 30 to 45 days with required documentation, strengthening tenant safety rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

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in committee · Tennessee · House Apr 6, 2026

HB 469: Landlord and Tenant - As enacted, generally restricts a landlord from prohibiting a residential tenant from lawfully possessing, carrying, transporting, or storing a firearm, any part of a firearm, or firearm ammunition in the tenant's residential property; a vehicle located in a parking area provided for tenants or tenants' guests; or other locations controlled by the landlord necessary to enter or exit any such location in leases entered into, amended, extended, or renewed on or after January 1, 2027. - Amends TCA Title 66.

HB 469 prohibits landlords in Tennessee from banning tenants from lawfully possessing, carrying, or storing firearms, firearm parts, or ammunition in their rented homes, apartments, businesses, or vehicles parked on landlord-provided property. It directly affects all residential and commercial tenants and landlords statewide, requiring existing leases with firearm restrictions to be amended by July 1, 2026. The bill creates a legal remedy allowing tenants to sue landlords for damages, punitive penalties, and attorney fees if their lease violates this rule. The law takes effect on July 1, 2025, with a one-year grace period for adjusting current leases.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill strengthens tenant rights by prohibiting landlord firearm restrictions and creating legal remedies, directly addressing tenant protections under housing policy.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

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in committee · Tennessee · House May 27, 2026

HB 753: 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.

HB 753 establishes new rules for taxing multi-unit rental properties (4+ units) that receive federal, state, or local incentives tied to low-income renter restrictions. It requires property assessors to value these properties using specific methods, including adjusting market value based on rent ratios and excluding tax credits, while applying a capitalization rate 50-150 basis points above standard rates. Owners must notify assessors about restrictions by December 31 each year, or face tax penalties. The law takes effect for tax year 2026 and applies to properties developed on or after that date.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill ensures proper tax assessment for low-income housing properties by excluding tax credits and applying higher cap rates, increasing revenue collection and promoting fiscal responsibility for state budget.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes tax assessment rules for low-income rental properties, maintaining affordability through adjusted valuations and exclusion of tax credits.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Property Taxes Renters

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in committee · Tennessee · Senate Mar 12, 2025

SB 958: 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.

SB 958 creates a Community Grant Advisory Board within Tennessee’s Department of Human Services to administer grants for eligible nonprofit organizations. The bill establishes a special fund to provide financial support ranging from $10,000 to $100,000 per grant to 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving communities in education, public health, housing, social services, or economic development. Applicants must demonstrate need, outline project plans with measurable outcomes, and prioritize community-driven solutions. The program requires annual reporting by the board and grant recipients, with an initial $1 million appropriation planned for fiscal year 2025-2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates special fund allocating state budget resources ($10k-$100k grants) to nonprofit programs in education, health, housing, and economic development, directly funding public services.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates dedicated grants ($10k-$100k) for nonprofits addressing housing needs through a new advisory board program.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development

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in committee · Tennessee · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 1217: Correction, Dept. of - As introduced, adds the availability of services relating to housing as an issue that must be addressed in the orientation that the department is required to conduct before an inmate is released from confinement. - Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 40.

SB 1217 amends Tennessee law to require the Department of Correction to address housing services during pre-release orientation for inmates. It updates existing provisions by replacing "education, employment" with "education, housing, employment" in the required orientation content. This change directly affects inmates transitioning from confinement and the Department of Correction, mandating they receive support related to housing stability. The bill focuses on concrete policy adjustments to improve post-release planning, without altering other aspects of the correctional process.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeAdds housing services to pre-release orientation, addressing a key reentry need to reduce recidivism and support rehabilitation programs.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates housing services in inmate pre-release orientation, directly supporting housing stability for transitioning individuals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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