Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Clarksville, TN

Short-term rentals are defined as dwelling units or portions offered for consideration for up to 30 consecutive days and are permitted only with a Short-Term Rental Unit Operating Permit; permits are issued only to the property Owner and existing uses prior to the ordinance’s enactment are grandfathered per T.C.A. Applicants must hold a City business license, provide proof of ownership, proof of insurance, proof taxes are paid, and submit an affidavit of life-safety compliance; the City’s Fire Rescue and Building & Codes Departments may inspect the unit.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Clarksville. 1) Submit a completed Short-Term Rental Unit Operating Permit application to the City of Clarksville Department of Finance and Revenue including required attachments (proof of ownership/deed, City & County business license, proof of insurance, proof property taxes paid, site plan, and a notarized Affidavit of Life Safety Compliance). 2) Pay the non-refundable $150 administrative processing and inspection permit fee at time of application and consent to inspections by Clarksville Fire Rescue and Building & Codes. 3) Permit is issued to the Owner (non-transferable); continued operation without a valid permit is prohibited.

1) Submit a completed Short-Term Rental Unit Operating Permit application to the City of Clarksville Department of Finance and Revenue including required attachments (proof of ownership/deed, City & County business license, proof of insurance, proof property taxes paid, site plan, and a notarized Affidavit of Life Safety Compliance). 2) Pay the non-refundable $150 administrative processing and inspection permit fee at time of application and consent to inspections by Clarksville Fire Rescue and Building & Codes. 3) Permit is issued to the Owner (non-transferable); continued operation without a valid permit is prohibited.