Amends TCA Title 6; Title 7 and Title 13.
Tennessee SB2516 encourages municipalities to conduct studies on housing affordability and inventory availability while promoting the adoption of a pattern book to facilitate the construction of medium-density housing. The bill primarily affects local governments and planning authorities by providing a framework for addressing housing needs. Key provisions include the emphasis on assessing housing conditions and the recommendation for adopting design guidelines to support medium-density development.
Tennessee SB2516 encourages municipalities to conduct studies on housing affordability and inventory availability while promoting the adoption of a pattern book to facilitate the construction of medium-density housing. The bill primarily affects local governments and planning authorities by providing a framework for addressing housing needs. Key provisions include the emphasis on assessing housing conditions and the recommendation for adopting design guidelines to support medium-density development.
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Yarbro, Jeff
114th General Assembly
February 2, 2026
March 17, 2026
Recommended for passage with amendment/s, refer to Senate Calendar Committee Ayes 8, Nays 1 PNV 0