A Tennessee lease termination letter (30-day notice) is a formal message from a landlord to a tenant informing them a month-to-month tenancy is ending. It gives the tenant a warning that they have 30 days to vacate the property.
If the tenant remains on the property for longer than 30 days after receiving this notice, the landlord can initiate formal eviction proceedings against them to reclaim their property.
Governing Law — TN Code § 66-28-512.
Reasons to Use a 30-Day Notice to Vacate
Here’s why a landlord may request a tenant to vacate their property:
- End of Lease Term: If the lease term expires naturally, a landlord may choose not to renew it. In this case, they can issue proper notice.
- Property Sale or Renovation: If a landlord plans to sell or renovate the property, they should provide tenants with notice so they can find another living situation.
