Intro to Community Receivership 2.0

Learn the receivership process as a blight tool in Shelby County. 2-day training with required exam led by expert Courtney Q. Jones.
About this Event

Join us for the Intro to Community Receivership Certification Program, a comprehensive two-day training designed to introduce emerging developers, nonprofit leaders, and community stakeholders to receivership as a powerful blight elimination tool. This introductory certification is your first step to working effectively with the Shelby County Environmental Court and navigating the legal and procedural requirements of the receivership process in Tennessee.

Through real-world insights, case studies, and practical guidance from Courtney Q. Jones, a recognized authority in community receivership, participants will gain a foundational understanding of:

• How receivership addresses blighted and abandoned properties
• The role of the Environmental Court in Shelby County
• Legal authority, timelines, and responsibilities of a court-appointed receiver
• Property stabilization strategies and community development opportunities
• How to assess readiness for pursuing a receivership appointment

What to Expect:

Day 1: Fundamentals of Receivership and Legal Framework
Day 2: Operationalizing the Process + Certification Examination

Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the training and exam.

Space is limited. Registration is required.

This training is provided in partnership with Alliance for Housing Progress.