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Nashville, TN short-term-rental rules
Nashville (Metro) requires a Short-Term Rental Property permit from the Codes Department before a property can be used as a short-term rental.
What does Nashville, TN require?
Nashville (Metro) requires a Short-Term Rental Property permit from the Codes Department before a property can be used as a short-term rental.
How much is the Nashville permit fee?
$313.00 permit fee, submitted with proof of current property insurance and proof of Hotel Occupancy Tax payment.
How often do I renew?
Annual. STRP permits are valid for 365 days and must be renewed before they expire.
What else should I know?
- Metro sends renewal-notice emails 60 and 45 days before a permit expires.
- Keeping the permit in good standing is the owner's responsibility.
Source: Metro Nashville Codes Department — Short-Term Rental Property permit renewal. Verified as of July 4, 2026. Rules change, so confirm the current requirement with your city before you submit.
Nashville, TN short-term-rental permit questions
- Do I need a permit to run a short-term rental in Nashville, TN?
- Nashville (Metro) requires a Short-Term Rental Property permit from the Codes Department before a property can be used as a short-term rental.
- How much does a Nashville short-term-rental permit cost?
- $313.00 permit fee, submitted with proof of current property insurance and proof of Hotel Occupancy Tax payment.
- How often do I renew my Nashville short-term-rental registration?
- Annual. STRP permits are valid for 365 days and must be renewed before they expire.
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