Tenn. Code Ann. § 5-20-101: Chapter definitions

As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:

(1) "Code" means any published compilation of rules and regulations that has been prepared by technical trade associations or model code organizations regulating building construction, plumbing and gas installation, fire prevention, any portion of such rules, or any amendment of such rules; and

(2) "Governing body" means the county legislative body, board of commissioners, county council, or other body in which the general legislative powers of a county are vested.