Johnson City, Tennessee

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Washington County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT17.5% total (Washington County portion of Johnson City)

Zoning Restrictions

  • no land use regulations currently

Official Sources

johnsoncitytn.org/services/finance/occupancy_taxes/index.php
Data confidence: 85%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Johnson City, Tennessee

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Johnson City, Tennessee are allowed with a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 17.5% total (Washing applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Johnson City, Tennessee?

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

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Johnson City?

Short-term rentals in Johnson City are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 17.5% total (Washing.

Where do these Johnson City short-term rental rules come from?

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