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Tennessee Commercial Lease Agreement

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Tennessee at a glance: Eviction Notice: 14 days' notice of default (Tenn. Code § 66-28-505) · Self-Help Eviction: Allowed if explicitly written in the lease · Governing Law: Tennessee Code Title 66

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Overview

Commercial Lease Agreements in Tennessee

Tennessee commercial leases are governed by Title 66 of the Tennessee Code. Landlords must issue a 14-day notice of default before filing an eviction (Tenn. Code § 66-28-505).
Key Facts

Tennessee Commercial Lease Agreement — Quick Reference

RequirementTennessee Rule
Eviction Notice14 days' notice of default (Tenn. Code § 66-28-505)
Self-Help EvictionAllowed if explicitly written in the lease
Governing LawTennessee Code Title 66
Legal Requirements

Tennessee Legal Requirements

  • Notice of default must comply with Tennessee's 14-day timeline.
Governing Laws

Tennessee Governing Laws

Tenn. Code § 66-28-505
Noncompliance of Tenant
Defines notice requirements for commercial lease defaults.

Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Tennessee legal resources or your state legislature's official website.

Questions & Answers

Tennessee Commercial Lease Agreement — Frequently Asked Questions

Are self-help lockouts legal in Tennessee commercial leases?

Yes, if the lease agreement explicitly grants the landlord the right to re-enter and lock out the tenant upon default.