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Tennessee Lease Agreement
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Tennessee at a glance: Security Deposit Limit: No statutory cap · Deposit Return Deadline: 30 days after move-out · Notice to Terminate Month-to-Month: 30 days
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Overview
Lease Agreements in Tennessee
Tennessee landlord-tenant law is governed by Tenn. Code Ann. § 66-28-101 et seq. (Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act — applicable in counties with population over 75,000). Tennessee has no cap on security deposits, which must be returned within 30 days.
Tennessee has no rent control — state law preempts local ordinances. Evictions begin with a 14-day pay-or-quit notice for non-payment.
Key Facts
Tennessee Lease Agreement — Quick Reference
| Requirement | Tennessee Rule |
|---|---|
| Security Deposit Limit | No statutory cap |
| Deposit Return Deadline | 30 days after move-out |
| Notice to Terminate Month-to-Month | 30 days |
| Eviction Notice (Non-Payment) | 14-Day Notice |
| Rent Control | Prohibited by state law |
| Governing Law | Tenn. Code Ann. § 66-28-101 |
Legal Requirements
Tennessee Legal Requirements
- Security deposits must be returned within 30 days with itemized deductions.
- Lead paint disclosure required for pre-1978 properties.
- Landlords must give reasonable advance notice before entry.
- Landlords must maintain the property in habitable condition per local codes.
Governing Laws
Tennessee Governing Laws
Tenn. Code Ann. § 66-28-301
Security Deposits
Requires return within 30 days of move-out with a written itemized statement of deductions.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 66-28-505
Eviction for Non-Payment
Requires 14-day written notice to pay or vacate before landlord may file a detainer warrant.
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 Lease Agreement — Frequently Asked Questions
Does Tennessee cap security deposits?
No. Tennessee has no statutory limit on security deposits. Deposits must be returned within 30 days of move-out with an itemized written statement.
Does the Tennessee URLTA apply everywhere?
No. The Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (Tenn. Code Ann. § 66-28-101) applies only in counties with a population over 75,000. Smaller counties are governed by common law and older statutes, with fewer tenant protections.
Does Tennessee have rent control?
No. Tennessee state law explicitly prohibits local governments from enacting rent control ordinances.