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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died · Tennessee · House Mar 18, 2026

HB 2306: Real Property - As introduced, makes void and unenforceable any restrictions on the operation of a family child care home or group child care home that may be in a homeowners' association declaration that applies to a property where a family child care home or group child care home is or will be sited by the property owner; makes other changes relative to restrictions on the use of real property. - Amends TCA Title 66.

HB 2306 prevents homeowners' associations from enforcing rules that block licensed family or group child care homes in residential properties, as long as the provider has the required state license and local permits. It also prohibits landlords from refusing to rent to tenants operating licensed child care homes in residential dwellings. The law makes such restrictions invalid and allows providers to seek actual damages plus up to $1,000 in punitive damages if HOAs or landlords violate it. This affects child care providers, homeowners' associations, and landlords across Tennessee, applying to new HOA rules and rental agreements after the law takes effect.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents housing discrimination against tenants operating licensed child care homes, strengthening tenant protections under housing use rights.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters

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in committee · Tennessee · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 2282: Real Property - As introduced, makes void and unenforceable any restrictions on the operation of a family child care home or group child care home that may be in a homeowners' association declaration that applies to a property where a family child care home or group child care home is or will be sited by the property owner; makes other changes relative to restrictions on the use of real property. - Amends TCA Title 66.

SB 2282 invalidates homeowners' association (HOA) restrictions that block licensed family or group child care homes from operating on residential properties. It requires HOAs to enforce state licensing rules instead of their own covenants, and allows care providers to sue HOAs for violations (with actual damages plus up to $1,000 in punitive damages). The bill also prohibits landlords from refusing to rent to tenants operating licensed child care, though landlords may require notice, liability insurance, or restrictions on shared spaces. These changes apply to new HOA documents or rental agreements after the law takes effect. The bill directly affects licensed child care providers, HOAs, and landlords in Tennessee.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves HOA barriers to child care homes, protecting tenant rights and enabling flexible housing use per state licensing rules.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters

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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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passed · Tennessee · House Feb 23, 2026

HB 1501: Local Government, General - As introduced, authorizes a municipality to create and require the use of a landlord registry for a real estate investment trust that owns, operates, or finances 10 or more dwelling units located within the municipality. - Amends TCA Title 66.

HB 1501 would allow Tennessee municipalities to require real estate investment trusts (REITs) owning 10 or more rental units within city limits to register with local building code enforcement agencies. REITs would need to provide their contact information and the full addresses of all properties they manage, with updates required within 30 days of any changes. Municipalities could impose a $50 weekly fine for non-compliance, but must provide a hearing opportunity before levying penalties. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, and does not authorize fees for REITs to file required information.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires REITs to register and provide property details, enabling municipalities to enforce building codes and tenant protections through accountability measures, enhancing oversight for large landlords.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Building Codes Landlords Tenant Rights

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in committee · Tennessee · House Apr 6, 2026

HB 2041: 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.

HB 2041 prohibits landlords, property managers, or others serving eviction notices from sharing videos of the eviction process (like handing out papers) without the tenant's written permission. It directly affects tenants whose privacy is violated and landlords or their agents who might share such videos. The law creates a private right to sue, allowing victims to seek at least $25,000 per violation, plus actual damages, attorney fees, and other relief. This applies to real-time or near real-time video sharing, excluding law enforcement officers acting in their official duties.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill protects tenant privacy during evictions by prohibiting unauthorized video sharing, creating private right to sue for violations, directly strengthening tenant protections per topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

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failed · Tennessee · House Mar 18, 2026

HB 1940: Landlord and Tenant - As introduced, states that unlawful detainer actions are confidential and shielded from public inspection if the action was filed on or after July 1, 2026, the case was dismissed by the court or a party, an appeal is not pending in the case, and three years have passed since the date the action was filed or the parties have agreed in writing to shield the records from public disclosure. - Amends TCA Title 10, Chapter 7, Part 5; Title 29, Chapter 18 and Title 66.

HB 1940 makes records of certain eviction court cases confidential after specific conditions are met. It applies to unlawful detainer actions (landlord-tenant eviction cases) filed on or after July 1, 2026, that were dismissed, have no pending appeals, and either have passed three years since filing or have written agreement from all parties to shield records. The bill requires courts to keep these records private, removing them from public inspection under Tennessee law. This change affects landlords and tenants in dismissed eviction cases by limiting public access to their court records after the specified time or agreement. The bill does not alter eviction procedures or outcomes, only the accessibility of dismissed case records.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingShields dismissed eviction records from public view, preventing tenant discrimination based on past cases and strengthening tenant privacy protections.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

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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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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