TN SB2237

Local governments must approve development applications, plans, or site inspections within 30 business days or provide a written deficiency report; failure to respond within 30 days results in automatic approval

Local governments are limited to issuing a maximum of two written deficiency reports per application; if a second report's deficiencies are not resolved, the application must be denied with specific justification and 50% of fees refunded to the developer

Local governments must release contractors or developers from required bonds within 30 days after receiving a written inspection report from a registered land surveyor or professional engineer confirming all contract work is complete

Local governments are prohibited from unilaterally amending contracts with developers or requiring developers to fund infrastructure not included in their contract

Effective January 1, 2027, and does not apply to contracts existing on December 31, 2026