Franklin, TN asked in Landlord - Tenant for Tennessee

Q: Can my landlord give entry to premises with no notice?

My husband and I purchased a house and moved from our condo a month and a half early. We have still kept the utilities on and paid rent. When my husband went by to do a walk through to make sure no additional repairs are needed. There were contractors there removing carpet and laying hardwood. There was no notice of entry and the air was blasting with the doors open. Mind you the utilities are still in our name. Our final walk through has not been completed. Is there any action that can be taken?

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Bennett James Wills
Bennett James Wills
Answered
  • Brentwood, TN
  • Licensed in Tennessee

A: The landlord is required to give you reasonable notice (or notice per the lease) to enter the property unless there is an emergency. If you can show that you have somehow been damaged by the landlord's actions then you may have a cause of action for breach of lease or statutory violations.

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