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This bill amends Tennessee's laws regarding subsurface sewage disposal systems by introducing several key provisions. First, the bill defines "accessory buildings" as subordinate structures on the same lot as a principal single-family dwelling, such as garages, sheds, and accessory dwelling units. Second, it grants the commissioner of health the authority to issue variances for subsurface sewage disposal systems within certain jurisdictions, which would override more stringent local requirements. However, these variances cannot apply to sewerage systems regulated under a specific statute, systems serving multiple lots, or lots with more than one single-family dwelling and its accessory buildings. Additionally, the bill allows the commissioner to require that any granted variance be filed and recorded with the county register of deeds, ensuring transparency and providing a public record of the exception to standard sewage disposal regulations. The bill aims to provide more flexibility in managing sewage disposal systems while maintaining certain protective limitations, and it will take effect immediately upon becoming law.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB0113&ga=114