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Franklin short-term rental rules (2026)

Tennessee · United States
Restricted
These rules apply inside Franklin city limits only. Properties outside them follow county or neighboring-town rules.
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Market overview

RESTRICTEDStays under 30 days

Allowed, with material limits.

Annual short-term vacation rental permit from Building and Neighborhood Services plus a city business license.

Why do places restrict rentals?

Property eligibility: Not assessed A market overview can't tell whether a specific home qualifies (zoning, permits, HOA).

License
Required
Primary residence
Required
Tax on stays
18.75%
total, on our records
Night cap
113 nights a year

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17 rules on record for Franklin, 8 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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Source: web.franklintn.gov (official), checked 7 Nov 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Franklin?

Yes, with material limits. Annual short-term vacation rental permit from Building and Neighborhood Services plus a city business license.

Do you need a permit for a short-term rental in Franklin?

Yes, a license or registration is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Franklin?

18.75% in total on stays, on our records.

Is there a limit on rental nights in Franklin?

Yes: 113 nights a year.

When were the Franklin rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Franklin on 7 Nov 2026.

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