Chattanooga, TN local landlord rules
State law also applies. See Tennessee landlord-tenant law.
Quick facts
| Topic | At a glance |
|---|---|
| Short-term rentals (Airbnb) | Yes. |
Details & sources
Short-term rentals (Airbnb)
Yes. A short-term vacation rental certificate from the City's Development Review and Permitting Division is required before operating, and a copy must be posted in the unit. New non-owner-occupied (absentee) rentals are only allowed in mixed-use and commercial zones that allow a hotel, or on parcels of 20 acres or more under common ownership.
Verified Source: Chattanooga City Code ch. 38, art. XVII, § 38-83 (Ord. No. 14137) (Browser transcription) · last checked 2026-10-15
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