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Homelessness & Encampment Rules in Murfreesboro, TN (2026)

1 verified homelessness & encampment rules for Murfreesboro, Tennessee, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Encampment Sanitation

Murfreesboro makes it unlawful to camp or store personal property on public sidewalks, parking garages, lots, parks, the Greenway, Cannonsburgh, Civic Plaza, or the courthouse yard under City Code § 21-8.

Murfreesboro Bans Camping on Public Land

Significant Restrictions

Murfreesboro City Code § 21-8

It shall be unlawful for any person to camp and store personal property on public sidewalks, City parking garage, City parking lot, City park (except where specifically authorized), City Greenway trail, Cannonsburgh, Civic Plaza, or courthouse yard. (Ord. of 04-15-43 § 1; Ord. of 04-08-60 § 3; Ord. No. 01-O-45 § 11, 09-20-01) Cross reference— Ch. 28, streets and sidewalks. Section 21-8...

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