Short-Term Rental permit in Farragut, TN
We couldn't confirm this from Farragut's code.
Rather than guess, here is the exact section to read and who to call. A rule appears on this site only when the ordinance states it plainly.
Nearby cities, same job
Rules stop at the city line. If your lot is near a boundary, or you work across several towns, this is where they differ.
| City | Distance | Permit? | Where the line falls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farragut | — | Depends | No size threshold in the code |
| Knoxville | 14 mi | Yes | Operating a short-term rental needs a permit under Knoxvi… |
| Chattanooga | 82 mi | Yes | No one may operate a short-term or vacation rental withou… |
| Franklin | 150 mi | Yes | Residential dwelling used as a short-term vacation rental… |
| Clarksville | 183 mi | Yes | No size threshold in the code |
| Memphis | 330 mi | Yes | You need a short term rental permit from the city, and yo… |
Other work in Farragut
- Fence Depends
- Deck Depends
- Shed Depends
- Swimming Pool Depends
- Roof Replacement Yes
- Water Heater Yes
- HVAC Replacement Yes
- Electrical Panel Yes
- Demolition Yes
- Driveway Yes
- Tree Removal —
- Sign Yes
- Short-Term Rental —
- ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) Yes
- Garage Depends
- Basement Yes
- Above-Ground Pool Depends
Questions people ask
My short-term rental is right at the limit. Does that count?
The exemption has to fit exactly — if the code says a size or height, being at or under it keeps you exempt, and going a single inch over doesn't. When you're close to the line, measure before you buy materials, and call the department if the number is borderline.
I already built it without a permit. What now?
Farragut can issue a stop-work order and require you to apply after the fact, sometimes with an extra fee. Work that was covered up may have to be opened for inspection. Full walkthrough here.
Does unpermitted work cause problems when selling the house?
Often, yes. A buyer's inspector or the title company may flag it, and lenders can balk at financing a home with open or missing permits. What to do about it.