Cleveland, Tennessee

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Bradley County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $300Tax: 4%
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
$300License Cost
4%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$300
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT4%

Official Sources

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Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Cleveland, Tennessee

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Cleveland, Tennessee are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $300). A lodging/occupancy tax of 4% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Cleveland, Tennessee?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $300.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Cleveland?

Short-term rentals in Cleveland are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 4%.

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

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