Property Management

In Tennessee, a landlord who charges a non-refundable 'pet fee' in addition to a refundable security deposit should:

AApply the pet fee to the security deposit
BClearly document in the lease whether the fee is non-refundable and what it covers✓ Correct
CRefund the pet fee if no damage is done
DNot charge both a pet fee and security deposit

Explanation

If a landlord charges a non-refundable pet fee, the lease should clearly state that it is non-refundable and identify what it covers. This avoids disputes at lease termination about what is owed to the tenant.

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