How many days notice does a landlord need to give for non-payment of rent in Tennessee?

In Tennessee, a landlord must give 14 days notice to pay or quit before filing for eviction due to non-payment of rent. This is governed by Tennessee Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (T.C.A. §§ 66-28-101 et seq.).

What is the no-cause notice period for landlords in Tennessee?

In Tennessee, landlords must provide 30 days notice to terminate a month-to-month tenancy without cause.

What are the valid grounds for eviction in Tennessee?

Tennessee recognizes the following grounds for eviction: Non-payment of rent (14-day notice); Material lease violation (14-day cure); Criminal activity; Holdover.

Is there rent control in Tennessee?

Tennessee does not have statewide rent control. Tennessee prohibits rent control (T.C.A. § 66-35-101).

Tennessee Landlord-Tenant Law

Tribunal: General Sessions Court

14 Days — Pay or Quit

30 Days — No-Cause Notice

14 Days — Cure or Quit

Notice Periods

Situation	Notice Required
Non-payment of rent	14 days to pay or quit
Month-to-month termination (no cause)	30 days
Lease violation (cure or quit)	14 days

Security Deposit

No statutory cap. Must return within 30 days (T.C.A. § 66-28-301).

Grounds for Eviction

Non-payment of rent (14-day notice)
Material lease violation (14-day cure)
Criminal activity
Holdover

Rent Control

No Statewide Rent Control

Tennessee prohibits rent control (T.C.A. § 66-35-101).

Electronic Signatures

U.S. ESIGN Act (15 U.S.C. §7001) + state UETA adoption

Electronic signatures on leases and notices are valid in Tennessee. Generate and e-sign a form →

Governing Statute

Tennessee Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (T.C.A. §§ 66-28-101 et seq.)

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