There are two types of short term rentals

To post your unit or home on a short-term rental site, you are legally required to obtain a permit
from Nashville’s Metro Codes Department. While investing in a rental property the process may
seem overwhelming at first, with a little bit of time, research, and proper documentation, you’ll be
ready to rent in no time. The first thing to keep in mind is that there are two types of short-term
permits (STRPs) in Nashville. Depending on your situation, you’ll apply for either an owner-occupied
or a non-owner-occupied permit.

Updated process change

According to https://www.nashville.gov/departments/codes/short-term-rentals/apply-short-term-
rental-property-permit there was a process change that went into effect on March 1, 2022.

The effective change states: "In an effort to streamline the process for obtaining a short-term rental
permit, and in order to continue protecting the health and safety of short-term rental tenants,
effective March 1, 2022, the Nashville Fire Marshal’s office will no longer conduct inspections on
single and two-family homes. Instead, short-term rental permit applications in these homes must
include a certification from a state-licensed architect, engineer, or home inspector that the home
complies with Metropolitan Code of Laws § 6.28.030.A.5.b and § 6.28.030.B.5.b. No permit will be
issued without this certification."

Step One: Proof of Tax Payments

The Metropolitan Code requires that all applicants for a permit must provide proof of payment of all
taxes due, including property taxes and, for permit renewals, all applicable room, occupancy, and
sales taxes required by state law. To avoid delays in processing your application, please be sure to
have your tax records in order before submitting your application.

You can find out more information by clicking this link, which will take you to the Metropolitan
Trustee's office.

Step Two: Create a Floor Plan

The second step to obtaining your short term rental permit is to provide a floor plan that is either
official or hand drawn. The floor plan should include all rooms, the location of windows, doors, and
smoke detectors. Remember, smoke detectors are required in any area that would be used for
sleeping. Also, there is a maximum of four sleeping rooms for a short term rental property. If you
have more rooms than that you do not qualify for a short term rental permit.
Step Three: Show Proof of Liability Insurance

Step three is showing proof of liability insurance. Liability insurance includes fire, hazard, and liability
insurance. The coverage should have limits in place to not have less than one million dollars per
occurrence.

Note: Some listing companies (such as airbnb or vrbo) may offer homeowners the appropriate
insurance that meets requirements.

Step Four: Have a Notarized Affidavit

In order to apply for a permit, the applicant must provide a notarized affidavit confirming that all of
the information provided during the application process is accurate and true. If the owner of a
property wants to use a property manager (like Chady) or rental company to apply for the permit on
the homeowner's behalf, they must fill out and sign this notarized affidavit authorizing the third
party. By signing this affidavit, the property owner is taking responsibility for ensuring that all of the
information provided in the application is accurate and up-to-date. This helps to ensure that the city
has accurate records of all short-term rental properties in operation and that these properties are
being operated in compliance with all applicable regulations.

Step Six: Provide proof of adjacent property owners

To continue the process of obtaining your short-term rental permit, as an owner, you are required to
notify your adjacent property owners. For each adjacent property, this proof can be done in multiple
ways. Here are the ways that this portion can be accomplished: the form of a signature from the
owner, a signed receipt for U.S. registered or certified mail addressed to the owner, or notice from
the U.S. Postal Service that registered or certified mail was refused or not timely accepted. If the
adjacent property is owned by the Metro Government, notification is not required. This requirement
helps to ensure that all affected parties are aware of the proposed project and have an opportunity
to provide input. In turn, this helps to create a more open and transparent process that leads to
better outcomes for everyone involved.

 proof of notification for owner-occupied applicants

 proof of notification for non-owner occupied applicants

Step Seven: Homeowner must have a Homeowners Association statement and Responsible Party
Information
Step seven is having the Homeowners Association statement. The Homeowners Association
statement is divided into two sections. The first section is having the applicant provide a statement
confirming having a short-term rental will not violate their Homeowners Association Agreement,
codes, restrictions, or bylaws. The second section is to have the owner provide proof of someone
that can be a local responsible party. This responsible party has to be twenty-five mile radius of a
short-term rental property. This second section requires the name, address, email, and phone of the
local responsible party.

Step Eight: Have Proof of Residence

When applying for an owner-occupied permit, the property owner must show proof of residence
with two forms of documentation. These forms must include the address of the residence in
question and can be one of the following: a Tennessee driver’s license, another state ID card,
Davidson County voter registration card, pay stub, work ID or badge, IRS W2 form, or bank
statement. Utility bills will unfortunately not suffice as proof of residence. However, with any of the
aforementioned documents, the residency will be successfully established and the permit can be
granted.

Step Nine: Submit Application for Review

When you have collected all of the forms that you need, the final step is submitting your application
for review. To do this you will put all of your documents into a singular PDF file and send the PDF file
to stpapplications@nashville.gov along with your contact info. Once you do this your application will
be placed under review.

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has been dubbed the “Music City.” The city is home to numerous recording studios, music venues,
and country music museums. In addition to its musical heritage, Nashville is also known for its food.
The city boasts a wide variety of restaurants, from casual diners to upscale eateries. And no visit to
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If you're thinking of investing in a rental property, Nashville is a great option. The city has seen a
boom in short-term rentals in recent years, and as a result, there is high demand for well-located
and well-appointed properties. Davidson County has strict regulations regarding short-term rentals,
but these are relatively easy to comply with if you use a reputable property management company.
Investing in a rental property in Nashville can be a wise decision that provides you with a good
return on investment. In this blog post, we'll walk you through how to get a short-term rental permit
in Nashville and provide some helpful tips along the way. Let's get started!
There are two types of short term rentals

To post your unit or home on a short-term rental site, you are legally required to obtain a permit
from Nashville’s Metro Codes Department. While the process may seem overwhelming at first, with
a little bit of time, research, and proper documentation, you’ll be ready to rent in no time. The first
thing to keep in mind is that there are two types of short-term permits (STRPs) in Nashville.
Depending on your situation, you’ll apply for either an owner-occupied or a non-owner-occupied
permit.