Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Knox County, TN

In Knoxville, Type 1 permits (residential zones) require owner-occupancy/primary residence, while Type 2 (non-residential) does not. Occupancy is limited to 2 persons per bedroom plus 2, with a maximum of 12. In Farragut, STRs are prohibited in all districts except for those legally operating before May 2018.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Knox County. 1) Submit a Short-Term Rental Unit Application to the Knoxville Business Tax Office along with proof of primary residence (for Type 1) and City/County business licenses. 2) Pay the applicable fees ($15 for business license). 3) The application is reviewed and issued within 14 business days if requirements are met.

1) Submit a Short-Term Rental Unit Application to the Knoxville Business Tax Office along with proof of primary residence (for Type 1) and City/County business licenses. 2) Pay the applicable fees ($15 for business license). 3) The application is reviewed and issued within 14 business days if requirements are met.