STR rules by city / Memphis, TN
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Memphis, TN short-term-rental rules
Memphis requires every short-term rental operator to obtain a Short Term Rental Property Permit from the City of Memphis Permit Office before operating or advertising any short-term rental; the permit number must appear in every listing.
What does Memphis, TN require?
Memphis requires every short-term rental operator to obtain a Short Term Rental Property Permit from the City of Memphis Permit Office before operating or advertising any short-term rental; the permit number must appear in every listing.
How much is the Memphis permit fee?
$75.00 non-refundable application fee (annual). Renewal fee stated in the adopted ordinance as $50.00.
How often do I renew?
Annual. A permit expires 365 days after issuance and must be renewed annually; permits are non-transferable.
What else should I know?
- A separate permit is required for each STR unit.
- No owner-occupancy requirement; the owner must reside or be located within 25 miles of the property.
- A local Short-Term Rental Agent (21+) must be designated and able to appear on-site within 2 hours; principal renter must be 18+.
Source: City of Memphis — Short Term Rental Ordinance (official adopted ordinance PDF, memphis.granicus.com). Verified as of July 5, 2026. Rules change, so confirm the current requirement with your city before you submit.
Memphis, TN short-term-rental permit questions
- Do I need a permit to run a short-term rental in Memphis, TN?
- Memphis requires every short-term rental operator to obtain a Short Term Rental Property Permit from the City of Memphis Permit Office before operating or advertising any short-term rental; the permit number must appear in every listing.
- How much does a Memphis short-term-rental permit cost?
- $75.00 non-refundable application fee (annual). Renewal fee stated in the adopted ordinance as $50.00.
- How often do I renew my Memphis short-term-rental registration?
- Annual. A permit expires 365 days after issuance and must be renewed annually; permits are non-transferable.
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