Housing (Landlords)

in committee · Tennessee · Senate Feb 5, 2026

SB 2582: Zoning - As introduced, prohibits the adoption or enforcement of zoning regulations that have the effect of diminishing the value of a property; authorizes property owners to seek compensation for such diminished value. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7 and Title 13, Chapter 7.

SB 2582 prohibits Tennessee local governments from adopting or enforcing zoning changes that reduce a property's value (like restricting building height or density), directly affecting property owners whose land value decreases due to such changes. Property owners can sue for compensation equal to the lost fair market value, calculated through an independent appraisal, or seek to stop the zoning change. Exceptions include regulations needed for public health/safety (e.g., flood zones), federal compliance (like the Fair Housing Act), or preventing nuisances. The law takes effect July 1, 2026, and requires local governments to pay compensation if they fail to provide it before a property owner sues.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill restricts zoning changes that increase housing supply (e.g., density rules) by allowing property owners to sue, hindering affordable housing development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Zoning

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in committee · Tennessee · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 1908: 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.

SB 1908, the "Tennessee Private Property Vesting Rights of 2026," requires public entities (like cities or counties) to pay property owners just compensation when new land use regulations reduce a property's fair market value. It exempts regulations related to public health/safety (e.g., building codes), federal requirements, or common nuisances. Property owners must submit a written demand within three years of the regulation's enactment and can choose either compensation or a modification of the regulation. This applies to properties acquired after the regulation's adoption, not to pre-existing rules.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill requires compensation for property value loss from land use regulations, potentially deterring zoning reforms that expand housing development and affordability.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Land Use Landlords

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in committee · Tennessee · House Feb 4, 2026

HB 2068: Zoning - As introduced, prohibits the adoption or enforcement of zoning regulations that have the effect of diminishing the value of a property; authorizes property owners to seek compensation for such diminished value. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7 and Title 13, Chapter 7.

HB 2068 prohibits Tennessee local governments from adopting or enforcing zoning changes that reduce a property's value ("downzoning"), such as limiting building density, height, or use. Property owners affected by such changes can seek compensation based on an independent appraisal showing the loss in fair market value. Exceptions allow downzoning for health/safety protections (like flood zones), federal law compliance (e.g., ADA), or compatible zoning overlays that don’t reduce residential capacity. The law takes effect July 1, 2026, and requires local governments to pay compensation if they fail to provide it before a property owner sues.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingProhibits downzoning that limits housing development (e.g., density restrictions), protecting property owners over affordable housing access by discouraging local zoning changes that could increase supply.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Zoning

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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 · House Mar 12, 2025

HB 452: Remedies and Special Proceedings - As introduced, requires that the trial for an unlawful detainer action be held no later than 14 days from the date the plaintiff filed the unlawful detainer motion; limits the scope of a hearing for an unlawful detainer motion based on nonpayment of rent to facts and issues related to nonpayment of rent; makes other changes related to judicial proceedings for unlawful detainer. - Amends TCA Title 29 and Title 66.

HB 452 changes Tennessee's eviction process for cases where a tenant hasn't paid rent. It requires that trials must be held within 14 days of the landlord filing the case and limits hearings to only rent-related issues, such as lease terms and payment history. After a court rules in the landlord's favor, the tenant must move out within seven days of receiving the court order, and the landlord can request immediate sheriff removal if the tenant doesn't comply. This bill affects tenants and landlords facing nonpayment evictions and takes effect on July 1, 2025.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill speeds eviction process (14-day trial, 7-day move-out), limits tenant defenses to rent issues only, weakening tenant protections in housing disputes.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · Tennessee · Senate Mar 18, 2025

SB 1088: Landlord and Tenant - As introduced, reduces the time period, after which a landlord may terminate a rental agreement, from 14 days to seven days following notice to the tenant of a material breach of the rental agreement for the nonpayment of rent, the cost of repairs, damages, or another amount due the landlord under the rental agreement, or for an act of violence or other behavior that poses a real and present danger on the premises. - Amends TCA Title 66.

SB 1088 shortens the notice period landlords must provide tenants before eviction for nonpayment of rent or violent behavior from 14 to 7 days. For property damage beyond normal wear and tear, the notice period remains at 14 days. The bill applies to new or renewed rental agreements starting July 1, 2025, directly affecting landlords and tenants in Tennessee residential leases. It amends Tennessee Code Annotated Sections 66-28-505 and 66-7-109 to change specific eviction notice requirements.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingShortens eviction notice period for nonpayment from 14 to 7 days, weakening tenant protections under landlord-tenant law.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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failed · Tennessee · House Mar 12, 2025

HB 1345: Landlord and Tenant - As introduced, reduces the time period, after which a landlord may terminate a rental agreement, from 14 days to seven days following notice to the tenant of a material breach of the rental agreement for the nonpayment of rent, the cost of repairs, damages, or another amount due the landlord under the rental agreement, or for an act of violence or other behavior that poses a real and present danger on the premises. - Amends TCA Title 66.

HB 1345 shortens the notice period landlords must give tenants before terminating a rental agreement for specific violations. It reduces the required notice from 14 days to 7 days for nonpayment of rent, costs for repairs or damages, or acts of violence posing a real danger to safety. Tenants facing these issues would have less time to resolve the problem before potential eviction. The bill applies to residential rental agreements entered into, amended, or renewed on or after July 1, 2025.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingReduces tenant notice period from 14 to 7 days for lease termination, weakening tenant protections by limiting time to resolve violations before eviction.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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