Murfreesboro requires property owners to maintain clearance around structures. Eastern TN has wildfire risk. Vacant lots must be maintained.
Murfreesboro fire code requires property owners to maintain clearance from combustible vegetation. Vacant lots must be kept free of excessive brush and weeds. Eastern Tennessee (Smoky Mountains, Cumberland Plateau) has significant wildfire risk - the 2016 Gatlinburg wildfire highlighted this. TDEC and TN Division of Forestry manage wildfire prevention. Urban areas focus on lot maintenance. Summer drought conditions trigger enhanced enforcement.
Code compliance notice with correction deadline. City abatement at owner’s expense. Administrative fees and lien.
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Murfreesboro prohibits storing abandoned, inoperable, or unregistered vehicles on public streets or visible on private property. Vehicles may be tagged and t...
Murfreesboro, TN
Murfreesboro regulates electric vehicle charging infrastructure for residential and commercial properties. Building codes may require EV-ready parking in new...
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Murfreesboro regulates overnight parking on public streets. Many areas restrict parking between certain hours or require permits for overnight street parking.
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Murfreesboro requires pool barriers meeting safety codes to prevent drowning. Fences must be at least 4 to 5 feet tall with self-closing, self-latching gates.
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Murfreesboro requires permits for retaining walls above a certain height, typically 4 feet. Engineering review may be required for taller walls.
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Murfreesboro restricts or prohibits intentional feeding of wildlife including deer, coyotes, and bears. Feeding wildlife creates public safety hazards and nu...
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