Clarksville, Tennessee

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Montgomery

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$150.00 (initial); $120.00 (renewal)
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • available in any residential or non-residential districts

Official Sources

library.municode.com/tn/clarksville/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIT5BUPROC_CH3SHRMRE_S5-303PEREOPSHRMREUN
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Clarksville, Tennessee

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Clarksville, Tennessee are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $150.00 (initial); $120.00 (re).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Clarksville, Tennessee?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Clarksville, Tennessee.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Clarksville?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $150.00 (initial); $120.00 (re.

Where do these Clarksville short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Clarksville'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 Clarksville, Montgomery, or Tennessee authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.