Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Ocoee, TN

Polk County’s Zoning Ordinance lists “Residential Vacation Rentals” as a permitted-with-conditions use (P*). Operators must obtain a Residential Vacation Rental Operating Permit and provide proof of registration with Polk County Travel & Tourism. Requirements for zoning compliance, certificates of occupancy, and county sanitarian approval for water/sewage apply, along with state and local tax registration.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Ocoee. 1) Submit a completed Residential Vacation Rental Operating Permit application and fees to the Polk County Planning & Development Department. 2) Include property address, owner/operator contact info, number of bedrooms, and proof of registration with Polk County Travel & Tourism. 3) Obtain zoning compliance, a certificate of occupancy, and any required health department (sanitarian) approvals for water and sewer before occupancy.

1) Submit a completed Residential Vacation Rental Operating Permit application and fees to the Polk County Planning & Development Department. 2) Include property address, owner/operator contact info, number of bedrooms, and proof of registration with Polk County Travel & Tourism. 3) Obtain zoning compliance, a certificate of occupancy, and any required health department (sanitarian) approvals for water and sewer before occupancy.