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SB 413

Zoning - As introduced, prescribes a process by which a local zoning authority may notify a state department, agency, or officer of a local zoning violation by a business resulting in the revocation or suspension of a license, permit, or certificate of a business in violation of a local zoning ordinance, resolution, or law; prescribes the process for reinstatement or appeal, including the assessment of a reinstatement fee. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 13, Chapter 7; Title 62 and Title 68.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Tom Hatcher

Bill authorizes local zoning authorities to report violations to state agencies to revoke/suspend business licenses, with reinstatement fee and appeal processes.

Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate State and Local Government Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 413

Legislative bill overview

SB 413 establishes a formal notification process allowing local zoning authorities to report zoning violations by businesses to state agencies, which can then revoke or suspend the business's state licenses, permits, or certificates. The bill also creates procedures for businesses to appeal these actions and pay reinstatement fees to restore their state credentials after correcting zoning violations.

Why is this important

This bill creates a direct enforcement link between local zoning compliance and state-level business licensing, giving municipalities a more powerful tool to ensure businesses follow local land-use regulations. It could accelerate compliance with zoning laws but also raises questions about due process and the proportionality of penalties when local and state regulatory systems intersect.

Potential points of contention

  • Due process concerns: Businesses may face state license suspension based on local zoning determinations without direct involvement in the state licensing decision, potentially creating procedural fairness issues.
  • Disproportionate penalties: A local zoning violation could trigger loss of a state business license, which may be an excessive consequence depending on the violation's severity.
  • Appeal complexity: The bill creates multi-jurisdictional appeal processes (local and state) that could be confusing and costly for small businesses to navigate.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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