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This bill amends Tennessee's zoning laws to modify the procedures and responsibilities of county and municipal boards of zoning appeals. Specifically, the bill requires these boards to add "property rights" and "constitutional rights" to their considerations, and mandates that they maintain detailed public records of their proceedings, including resolutions, transactions, and actions. The bill also introduces new requirements for these boards, such as electing a chair and other officers, presenting relevant proof during proceedings, and potentially including statements of reasons for their actions. Additionally, the bill now requires building commissioners and administrative officials to inform individuals in writing about their right to appeal zoning decisions to the board of zoning appeals, and mandates that when the board issues a decision, they must also inform parties of their right to seek judicial review. One notable change is the deletion of a previous subdivision (Section 13-7-106(b)(9)), though the specific details of this deletion are not provided. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, and applies to both county and municipal zoning boards, aiming to increase transparency and ensure clearer communication in the zoning appeals process.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB0365&ga=114