Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill

SB 488: Local Government, General - As introduced, removes abandonment as an option for a property owner after a municipality determines the structure located on the property is unfit for human occupation or use; authorizes all municipalities to adopt ordinances to inspect residential dwelling units that are deteriorated. - Amends TCA Title 13, Chapter 21.

In committee Last action February 12, 2025: Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate State and Local Government Committee

Plain-language summary

SB 488 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 29, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Local Government, General - As introduced, removes abandonment as an option for a property owner after a municipality determines the structure located on the property is unfit for human occupation or use; authorizes all municipalities to adopt ordinances to inspect residential dwelling units that are deteriorated. - Amends TCA Title 13, Chapter 21. Primary sponsor: Janice Bowling (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 12, 2025): Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate State and Local Government Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Janice Bowling (Republican).