Cal. Civ. Code § 66-28-101
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This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the “Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act.”
Section 66-28-101 of Tennessee Code Annotated establishes the official name of the chapter governing residential landlord-tenant relationships in Tennessee. The chapter is formally titled the "Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act," and that is the name by which it is referenced in legal and official contexts. This title provision signals that the chapter draws from a model act designed to standardize residential rental law across adopting states.
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Under § 66-28-101, the body of Tennessee law that governs residential rental operations is officially called the Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act. Property owners and managers operating in Tennessee generally familiarize themselves with this chapter as the foundational framework for their rights and obligations. Knowing the chapter's official title helps operators locate the correct statutory authority when reviewing lease requirements, maintenance standards, and other compliance obligations.
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Section 66-28-101 identifies the Tennessee Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act as the chapter of state law that covers residential rental housing. Tenants can use this title to locate the full set of rules that apply to their rental relationship, including protections around habitability, security deposits, and notices. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid offices familiar with this Act can help renters understand how its provisions may apply to their situation.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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