What disclosures are required in a Tennessee lease?

Lead-based paint disclosure (federal law — required for any housing built before 1978). Security-deposit bank location — the deposit is held in a separate Tennessee financial institution, with the bank disclosed at signing (TCA §66-28-301). Notice that the landlord does not provide fire or casualty insurance for the tenant's personal property. Scope: these URLTA rules apply only in Tennessee counties over 75,000 population (2010 census); smaller counties follow common law (TCA §66-28-102). Confirm current requirements with Tennessee's landlord-tenant law.

How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Tennessee?

No statutory cap (TCA §66-28-301). The deposit must be returned within: Within 30 days of the end of the tenancy, with an itemized list of any deductions (TCA §66-28-301).

How much notice to end a month-to-month lease in Tennessee?

30 days for a month-to-month tenancy (TCA §66-28-512).

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Tennessee Residential Lease Agreement

Create a residential lease built for Tennessee, including the disclosures the state requires. Fixed-term or month-to-month, free PDF download, no signup.

Verified against Tennessee statute · 2026-06-11

Tennessee lease rules at a glance

Security deposit limit: No statutory cap (TCA §66-28-301).
Deposit return window: Within 30 days of the end of the tenancy, with an itemized list of any deductions (TCA §66-28-301).
Notice (month-to-month): 30 days for a month-to-month tenancy (TCA §66-28-512).
Rent control: Rent control is prohibited statewide (TCA §66-28-102(e)).

Required disclosures in Tennessee

Lead-based paint disclosure (federal law — required for any housing built before 1978).
Security-deposit bank location — the deposit is held in a separate Tennessee financial institution, with the bank disclosed at signing (TCA §66-28-301).
Notice that the landlord does not provide fire or casualty insurance for the tenant's personal property.
Scope: these URLTA rules apply only in Tennessee counties over 75,000 population (2010 census); smaller counties follow common law (TCA §66-28-102).

State

Lease type

Landlord name

Landlord address (optional)

Tenant name(s)

Property address

Start date

End date

Monthly rent

Rent due day

Security deposit

Late fee (optional)

Utilities (who pays)

Pets allowed

Tennessee required disclosures

Lead-based paint disclosure (federal law — required for any housing built before 1978).
Security-deposit bank location — the deposit is held in a separate Tennessee financial institution, with the bank disclosed at signing (TCA §66-28-301).
Notice that the landlord does not provide fire or casualty insurance for the tenant's personal property.
Scope: these URLTA rules apply only in Tennessee counties over 75,000 population (2010 census); smaller counties follow common law (TCA §66-28-102).

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Starting template, not legal advice. Lease law varies by state and changes — have an attorney review before you sign.

Frequently Asked Questions

What disclosures are required in a Tennessee lease?: Lead-based paint disclosure (federal law — required for any housing built before 1978). Security-deposit bank location — the deposit is held in a separate Tennessee financial institution, with the bank disclosed at signing (TCA §66-28-301). Notice that the landlord does not provide fire or casualty insurance for the tenant's personal property. Scope: these URLTA rules apply only in Tennessee counties over 75,000 population (2010 census); smaller counties follow common law (TCA §66-28-102). Confirm current requirements with Tennessee's landlord-tenant law.
How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Tennessee?: No statutory cap (TCA §66-28-301). The deposit must be returned within: Within 30 days of the end of the tenancy, with an itemized list of any deductions (TCA §66-28-301).
How much notice to end a month-to-month lease in Tennessee?: 30 days for a month-to-month tenancy (TCA §66-28-512).

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This template is a starting point for residential leases in Tennessee, USA. It is not legal advice. Lease law varies by state and changes — confirm requirements with Tennessee and have an attorney review it before signing.