Source-checked permit guide · Nashville, TN
Yes. Nashville requires a Short Term Rental Property permit before advertising or renting a dwelling for stays of no more than 30 consecutive days.
Last reviewed September 20, 2026 · Official source: Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County
At a glance
Metro states that an STRP permit is required before a property is advertised or rented as a short-term rental. The program covers residential stays of 30 consecutive days or fewer.
As published by Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County · Reviewed September 20, 2026 · Verify current
Nashville's official FAQ lists a $313 permit fee, a 12-month permit term, and a $313 annual renewal fee. The permit is not transferable to a new owner.
As published by Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County · Reviewed September 20, 2026 · Verify current
Metro moved new STRP applications to an online process on March 11, 2026. Applicants should use the current Codes Department instructions and verify the property's permit type and eligibility.
As published by Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County · Reviewed September 20, 2026 · Verify current
Address-level verification
This summary was checked against materials published by Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. Read the official program page and ask Codes Department, Building Safety Division to confirm the current rule for the specific property.
Not legal advice. This page summarizes a primary government source reviewed on September 20, 2026; it is not a permit decision or a guarantee that the source remains current. Requirements can vary by address, zoning, ownership, and proposed use. Confirm the current rule with Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and appropriate counsel before buying, listing, advising, or operating. The STR Permit Explainer can help prepare a research checklist.
FAQ
Yes. Nashville requires a Short Term Rental Property permit before advertising or renting a dwelling for stays of no more than 30 consecutive days. Confirm the current rule for the exact address and proposed use with Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County before relying on this summary.
Short Term Rental Property (STRP) permit. The responsible office is Codes Department, Building Safety Division. The official FAQ publishes a $313 permit fee and a $313 annual renewal fee.
Metropolitan Code of Laws Section 6.28.030 and Ordinance BL2020-187. Open the official source and confirm any amendments, effective dates, zoning conditions, and address-specific requirements.
No. This source-checked summary and RealtrAI's STR Permit Explainer are research aids, not legal advice or a current-rule guarantee. Confirm the requirements with Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and qualified counsel.
The STR Permit Explainer creates an informational draft. Verify every current rule with the official jurisdiction and qualified counsel.
