Chattanooga, Tennessee
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Hamilton County
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Owner Requirements
Limits & Restrictions
Taxes & Fees
Zoning Restrictions
- Homestay allowed in all residential zones within the STR Overlay District; absentee only in mixed-use/commercial zones that allow hotels or parcels of 20+ acres with common ownership
Official Sources
Short-term rental rules in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Chattanooga, Tennessee are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $500 initial / $500 renewal fo). The home must be the host's primary residence.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Chattanooga, Tennessee?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The home must be the host's primary residence.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Chattanooga?
A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $500 initial / $500 renewal fo.
Where do these Chattanooga short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Chattanooga's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.
Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Chattanooga, Hamilton County, or Tennessee authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.