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Tenn. URLTA, T.C.A. § 66-28

Free Tennessee residential lease template.

Tennessee's Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act applies in counties with population over 75,000 (most renters). No deposit cap; deposits return within 30 days (T.C.A. § 66-28-301). Late fees capped at 10% of overdue rent; 24-hour entry notice; 14-day nonpayment notice.

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T.C.A. § 66-28-301

Deposit handling

Separate account; 30-day return; move-out inspection right.

T.C.A. § 66-28-201(d)

Late fee cap

Capped at 10% of past-due rent.

T.C.A. § 66-28-403

Notice to enter

24 hours.

T.C.A. § 66-28-505

Nonpayment notice

14-day notice.

Required disclosures in Tennessee

Quick reference for Tennessee landlords

Security deposit capNo statutory cap
Deposit return deadline30 days from move-out
Notice before entry24 hours (T.C.A. § 66-28-403)

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