Rental Inspections in Tennessee (2026)
3 rules on the books across Tennessee, 2 cities and counties. Select a rule to read the full details.
Severity: Few Restrictions · Light Restrictions · Some Restrictions · Significant Restrictions · Heavy Restrictions
Inspection Programs
Proactive rental inspection programs, registration requirements, systematic and periodic inspection cycles, what inspectors check, and the fees landlords pay to fund them.
Nashville
Significant RestrictionsMetro Nashville requires all landlords to register rental units with the Department of Codes Administration for $10 a…
Read full rule →Spring Hill
Some RestrictionsEvery permitted short-term rental in the City of Spring Hill, Tennessee must be inspected yearly through the…
Read full rule →Tenant Complaint Process
How tenants can file complaints about code violations, what triggers a city inspection, and protections against landlord retaliation for reporting issues.