Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 65; Title 68 and Title 69.
Tennessee SB0717 allows public utilities to permit customers to use contractors of their choice for the installation of utility infrastructure, rather than requiring the utility to perform the construction. The bill affects water, wastewater, natural gas, and electric systems operated by counties, metropolitan governments, or municipalities. Key provisions include stipulations for reasonable construction specifications, a 30-day review period for infrastructure plans, and a cap on review fees at $1,000.
Tennessee SB0717 allows public utilities to permit customers to use contractors of their choice for the installation of utility infrastructure, rather than requiring the utility to perform the construction. The bill affects water, wastewater, natural gas, and electric systems operated by counties, metropolitan governments, or municipalities. Key provisions include stipulations for reasonable construction specifications, a 30-day review period for infrastructure plans, and a cap on review fees at $1,000.
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