Senate Bill 847 amends various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated to enhance the enforcement of local zoning laws. It introduces a new provision that allows state departments or agencies to revoke or suspend licenses, permits, or certificates for private businesses that are found to be in violation of local zoning ordinances. This action can be taken upon receiving written notice from the local zoning authority, provided that the notice is received within 30 days of the issuance or renewal of the license. The bill also outlines the process for reinstatement of these licenses if the business comes into compliance, as well as the potential for an additional reinstatement fee if the business was not compliant at the time of the notice.

Additionally, the bill modifies the requirements for recording deeds of conveyance for real property by mandating that the zoning classification of the property must be included at the time of recording, effective July 1, 2025. This inclusion must come with a disclaimer indicating that the zoning classification may change at any time at the discretion of the local zoning authority. Overall, the bill aims to strengthen local zoning enforcement and ensure that property transactions reflect current zoning classifications.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 66-24-114