Verify smoke alarms are operational before each re-occupancy. Tennessee law requires landlords to install smoke alarms in rental units and to ensure required alarms are operational before a unit is re-occupied after a tenancy ends, with violations chargeable as misdemeanors.
The Tennessee rule
Each rule shows its schedule, its primary sources, and the date it was last verified.
Related rules in Tennessee
The Tennessee guide lists every compliance obligation, the seasonal maintenance calendar, and baseline upkeep.
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