Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Lawrenceburg, TN

Short-term rentals are restricted to zoning districts that allow 'Transient Habitation' (hotels, motels, tourist cabins). Occupancy is defined as 'transient' if it is for less than 30 continuous days, and operators must collect and remit the city's hotel/motel occupancy tax.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Lawrenceburg. 1. Verify the property is in a zone allowing 'Transient Habitation' and apply for a Building Permit/Certificate of Occupancy via the City’s Building Permit Portal if a change of use is required. 2. Register with the Finance/Recorder’s office to collect and remit the City’s hotel/motel occupancy tax. 3. Maintain required records as an operator per the hotel/motel ordinance.

1. Verify the property is in a zone allowing 'Transient Habitation' and apply for a Building Permit/Certificate of Occupancy via the City’s Building Permit Portal if a change of use is required. 2. Register with the Finance/Recorder’s office to collect and remit the City’s hotel/motel occupancy tax. 3. Maintain required records as an operator per the hotel/motel ordinance.