Tennessee § 7-3-305 - Authority to order demolition of certain unoccupied buildings.
Full text of Tennessee Tennessee Code Annotated § 7-3-305 — Authority to order demolition of certain unoccupied buildings., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7-3-305. Authority to order demolition of certain unoccupied buildings.
In any county having a metropolitan form of government with a population of less than one hundred thousand (100,000), according to the 1990 federal census or any subsequent federal census, the governing body of any municipality that has a metropolitan form of government may authorize the demolition and removal of any unoccupied building or dwelling that is in such a state of disrepair that it constitutes a violation of one (1) or more municipal codes so as to render the building or dwelling unfit for human habitation, as determined by a court having jurisdiction of the case; provided, that the owner of any unoccupied building or dwelling has the right, within twelve (12) months of any final judicial determination adverse to such owner, to make such repairs as are necessary to bring the building or dwelling in compliance with the applicable codes of the municipality. Acts 1979, ch. 372, § 1; T.C.A., § 6-3763; Acts 1992, ch. 758, §§ 1, 2. Compiler's Notes. For table of U.S. decennial populations of Tennessee counties, see Volume 13 and its supplement.
Source: official Tennessee text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Tennessee § 7-3-305
What does Tennessee Code Annotated § 7-3-305 cover?
Section 7-3-305 ("Authority to order demolition of certain unoccupied buildings.") is part of the Tennessee Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Tennessee. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Tennessee § 7-3-305?
A common citation format is "Tennessee Code Annotated § 7-3-305" (Tennessee). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Tennessee law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Tennessee official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Tennessee attorney.
How does Tennessee § 7-3-305 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Tennessee can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Tennessee.