Dayton, Tennessee

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Rhea County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
2000 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$250.00 application fee; $100.00 annual renewal
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap2000 ft
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

cms6.revize.com/revize/daytontn/SHORT%20TERM%20RENTAL%20APP.pdf
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Dayton, Tennessee

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Dayton, Tennessee are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $250.00 application fee; $100.).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Dayton, Tennessee?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $250.00 application fee; $100..

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

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