Environment and Conservation, Department of - As introduced, requires proposed subdivision plans to be approved by a local planning commission or other agency authorized to approve such plans prior to their submission to the department for approval rather than such plans being approved by the department first. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 13 and Title 68, Chapter 221.

Summary

The bill changes the approval process for new subdivisions so that a local planning commission or similar agency must first approve the plans. After local approval, the Department of Environment and Conservation can then give its final approval and must let applicants upload proof of local approval to its website. This aims to give local officials more control over land‑use decisions.

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