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Tennessee City Codes and Charters

A 'code of ordinances' is a compilation (codification) of all city ordinances of a general and continuing nature, and penal ordinances.
A 'charter' is the grant from the state which brings a city into existence and defines its governmental structure and powers.

Tennessee City Charters

Tennessee city charters produced and maintained by MTAS


Tennessee City Codes

Over 200 city codes produced and maintained by MTAS
  • Sample Codes
    NOTE:The sample code is currently under review by MTAS attorneys and consultants. Always consult with your city attorney or an MTAS consultant before taking any action based on information contained in this database. (6/2010)
  • Codes listed by city
  • Chattanooga

Tennessee City Codes Not Produced by MTAS

These codes are either produced in-house at the city or by a commercial producer like Municipal Code Corporation.


Last Updated 05/18/2011

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For questions about MTAS codification services, please contact, Stephanie Allen, MTAS Codification Consultant.

Municipal Handbook (2009)

Your Municipal Code: Adopting it and Keeping it Up-to-Date (2008)

Ordinance Drafting and Enactment (2008)

"Official Robert's Rules of Order Website"

"Plain Legal Language" Resource

Robert's Rules of Order Revised -- 1915 edition

Sample ordinances -- If you are looking for a sample ordinance, please go to the MTAS Sample Code or to Knowledgebase


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