New Resources Available to Help Tennessee Local Governments Prepare for Public Chapter No. 1044
New Resources Available to Help Tennessee Local Governments Prepare for Public Chapter No. 1044
New resources are now available to help Tennessee local governments prepare for Public Chapter No. 1044 before it takes effect on January 1, 2027.
The new compliance guide and companion FAQ explain the law’s requirements for development application reviews, site inspections, and project surety releases, with practical guidance on statutory deadlines, deficiency notices, review procedures, and automatic approvals.
Together, these resources provide local officials with clear information and recommended practices to support timely, consistent implementation of the new requirements.
Compliance with Public Chapter No. 1044 : A New Mandate for a Coordinated and Timely Development Plan Review Process / Addam McCormick et al.
Frequently Asked Questions on Public Chapter 1044 : New Mandatory Deadlines for Development Application Review, Site Application Review, Site Inspections, and Surety Releases / Amber Torbett et al.
Visit the Center for Local Planning website for more planning and zoning resources.
For questions, contact the Center for Local Planning at planning@tennessee.edu.