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Gatlinburg, TN short-term-rental rules
Gatlinburg, TN requires every short-term (overnight/vacation) rental to hold a Tourist Residency Permit and undergo an annual tourist residency inspection before the property can be rented.
What does Gatlinburg, TN require?
Gatlinburg, TN requires every short-term (overnight/vacation) rental to hold a Tourist Residency Permit and undergo an annual tourist residency inspection before the property can be rented.
How much is the Gatlinburg permit fee?
$200 base fee per residence (includes the residence and two bedrooms); $75 for each additional bedroom over two (Municipal Code §5-703).
How often do I renew?
Annual. Municipal Code §5-702 requires an annual tourist residency inspection; the permit fee applies on an annual basis.
What else should I know?
- No owner-occupancy or primary-residence requirement under the ordinance.
- Limits are set by zoning and building classification, not by owner occupancy.
Source: Gatlinburg Municipal Code, Title 5, Chapter 7 (Tourist Residency Permits), §§5-701–5-705 — via MTAS. Verified as of July 5, 2026. Rules change, so confirm the current requirement with your city before you submit.
Gatlinburg, TN short-term-rental permit questions
- Do I need a permit to run a short-term rental in Gatlinburg, TN?
- Gatlinburg, TN requires every short-term (overnight/vacation) rental to hold a Tourist Residency Permit and undergo an annual tourist residency inspection before the property can be rented.
- How much does a Gatlinburg short-term-rental permit cost?
- $200 base fee per residence (includes the residence and two bedrooms); $75 for each additional bedroom over two (Municipal Code §5-703).
- How often do I renew my Gatlinburg short-term-rental registration?
- Annual. Municipal Code §5-702 requires an annual tourist residency inspection; the permit fee applies on an annual basis.
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