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Subcommittee approves two-year lease for interim student housing in Martin
Summary
The State Building Commission executive subcommittee approved a two-year lease allowing the University of Tennessee to secure up to 52 bedroom units (100 beds) in Martin as interim housing while Browning Hall is replaced; the lease includes an option to extend for one year and annual rent around $840,000–$882,000.
Associate Vice President Austin Oaks asked the executive subcommittee to approve a lease between the University of Tennessee and Clarkton, Tennessee, LLC for property at 289 Highway 431 in Martin to provide interim student housing while Browning Hall is demolished and replaced.
"The lease is located at 289 Highway 431 in Martin and will provide up to 52 bedroom units for a total of 100 beds," Austin Oaks said, and added the Browning Hall replacement project is on track for completion in the fall of 2028. Oaks told members the lease term is two years with a one-year extension option and that UT will pay rent of approximately $840,000 in year one and about $882,000 in year two.
Members asked follow-up questions about the Browning Hall project and the apartments' furnishings. Secretary Hargett asked whether Browning Hall had been renamed; Oaks replied the project remains on schedule. Oaks confirmed the units are "partially furnished" and that UT would add mattresses; students may bring additional items if desired.
The Chair called a voice vote; all present said "aye" and the lease request was approved by the subcommittee. The transcript does not provide a numeric vote tally or the name of the member who first moved the motion for this specific agenda item.
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