SB0365

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 13, Chapter 7, relative to zoning.

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SB0365 amends Tennessee zoning laws to enhance transparency and due process in zoning appeals.

SB0365 amends Tennessee zoning laws by requiring the board of zoning appeals to inform parties of their right to seek judicial review in writing. It also mandates that building commissioners and other officials inform individuals of their right to appeal permit denials or grants to the board. The board must provide written statements of reasons for its actions, including findings of fact and material evidence. The act takes effect July 1, 2025.

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Roll Call Votes

93 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 25, 2025

10:30 AM

Senate State & Local Government Hearing

History

May 13, 2025

Pub. Ch. 363

May 13, 2025

Effective date(s) 07/01/2025

May 5, 2025

Senate

Signed by Governor.