Tennessee Landlord-Tenant Laws

Key legal requirements for residential landlords and property managers operating in Tennessee.

Governing statute: Tennessee Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (Tenn. Code Ann. § 66-28-101 et seq.)

Security Deposit

Maximum Limit

No statutory limit

Return Deadline

30 days (no deductions notice within 30 days; deposit within 10 days after)

Itemized Statement

Required

Maintenance & Repairs

Landlord Obligations

Comply with building codes, maintain fit and habitable premises, keep common areas safe, maintain plumbing, electrical, heating, running water

Tenant Remedies

Written notice; if not corrected within 14 days, tenant may terminate. Limited repair-and-deduct rights

Emergency Repair Timeline

14 days; immediate for conditions posing imminent danger

Notice Requirements

Entry Notice

24 hours (for non-emergency entry)

Rent Increase

30 days for month-to-month

Lease Termination

30 days for month-to-month

Eviction Notice Periods

Non-Payment of Rent

14 days

Lease Violation

14 days

Unconditional Quit

Not applicable

Disclaimer: This is a general summary of Tennessee landlord-tenant law and does not constitute legal advice. Local ordinances may impose additional requirements. Consult a qualified Tennessee attorney for specific situations. Last reviewed: 2026-05.

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