Senate Bill 1013, also known as House Bill 1069, amends Tennessee Code Annotated to introduce new provisions regarding the operation of family child care homes within residential properties governed by homeowners' associations. The bill defines key terms such as "Declaration," "Family child care home," and "Homeowners' association," establishing a framework for understanding the context of the legislation.
The bill specifically states that if a proposed family child care home secures the necessary licensing from the Department of Human Services and any required local permits, any existing restrictions on the operation of such homes outlined in the homeowners' association's declaration will be rendered void and unenforceable. This change aims to facilitate the establishment of family child care homes by ensuring that homeowners' associations cannot impose restrictions that would hinder their operation, thereby promoting access to child care services in residential areas. The act will take effect upon becoming law.