Land Use & Zoning
In Tennessee, a developer who wants to build a residential subdivision must typically comply with:
AOnly statewide TREC regulations
BLocal subdivision regulations adopted by the planning commission✓ Correct
COnly federal environmental regulations
DNo regulations if the parcel is outside city limits
Explanation
Residential subdivisions in Tennessee must comply with local subdivision regulations adopted by the planning commission, which govern lot size, street design, utilities, and other infrastructure requirements.
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