Cross-referenced against 3 official sources — municipal codes, planning-department pages, and government registries.
The City of Pigeon Forge regulates short-term rentals as 'Tourist Homes' under Title 9, Chapter 7 of the municipal code. Hosts must obtain a $50 annual permit, a city business license, and remit a 2.5% Gross Receipts tax monthly.
To host an Airbnb in Pigeon Forge, you need to register your property as a 'Tourist Home.' You'll need to pay a $50 annual fee and get a local business license. Unlike some other cities, Pigeon Forge requires you to manually report and pay a 2.5% city tax every month, even if your booking platform collects the state sales tax for you. You must also pass a fire safety inspection every year to keep your permit active.
Regulatory information is AI-researched from public city/county codes for educational purposes. Details may be outdated or incomplete. Always verify requirements directly with your city/county planning department before operating a short-term rental.
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