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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Bristol, TN

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

No city-specific short-term rental (STR) ordinance or permitting program was located on the City of Bristol, TN official municipal code or website; Bristol explicitly levies a 5% local occupancy (hotel/motel) tax on short-term rentals. State law (Tennessee Short-Term Rental Unit Act) authorizes municipalities to adopt permitting/application processes but does not itself impose local permitting; county zoning rules exist for unincorporated Sullivan County but do not by themselves govern the City of Bristol.

Official Resources

Official Bristol STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Bristol, TN?
No city-specific short-term rental (STR) ordinance or permitting program was located on the City of Bristol, TN official municipal code or website; Bristol explicitly levies a 5% local occupancy (hotel/motel) tax on short-term rentals. State law (Tennessee Short-Term Rental Unit Act) authorizes municipalities to adopt permitting/application processes but does not itself impose local permitting; county zoning rules exist for unincorporated Sullivan County but do not by themselves govern the City of Bristol.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Bristol?
No permit is currently required to operate a short-term rental in Bristol.
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Disclaimer

This information is for general reference only and may not reflect the most current regulations. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify requirements with official local government sources before operating a short-term rental.

Last verified: March 2026 · Suggest a correction