Tennessee Code Title 7. Consolidated Governments and Local Governmental Functions and Entities § 7-56-206

Except as otherwise expressly provided in this part, the directors shall have full and exclusive control of and responsibility for the administration of properties and facilities constructed or acquired pursuant to this part; provided, that the authority may lease or license lands or facilities under its jurisdiction for operation by private persons or corporations. This section shall not be construed to authorize the directors to exercise such authority in a manner inconsistent with the statutes, regulations and procedures governing such matters in county government.