Tennessee House Bill HB0476

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/25/23

Caption

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 12; Title 13; Title 66 and Title 67, relative to land use regulation.

Note

As of its last recorded action, HB 0476 is set to take effect on July 1, 2023, subject to the public welfare requirements. The discussions and potential voting outcomes have not been detailed in the current documentation but will likely reflect the varying interests between stakeholders in development and preservation.

Impact

The implications of this bill on state laws involve not only the procedural aspects of land use regulation but also the overall approach to conservation and development within historic areas. By mandating that specific criteria must be cited when recommending a historic district, the bill can streamline the process and potentially reduce disputes over what qualifies as historic. This change may lead to increased development opportunities in areas that meet the new criteria, as the framework becomes more explicit and less subjective.

Summary

House Bill 0476 focuses on amending various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically relating to land use regulation. The bill is aimed at providing clearer guidelines for the designation of historic districts and zones by requiring that recommendations for such designations specifically identify the criteria that the proposed areas meet as outlined in existing code. By refining these criteria, the bill seeks to enhance the clarity and efficiency of the historic district designation process in Tennessee.

Contention

Points of contention surrounding HB 0476 may revolve around the balance between development and preservation. Advocates for historical preservation might argue that the added clarifications could still pose risks of diluting the integrity of established historic sites if the criteria are perceived to be too lenient. Conversely, supporters may argue that the bill is essential for advancing necessary developments while respecting historical designations.