07/22/26 Short Term Rental Appeals Board

The Metro Nashville Short Term Rental Appeals Board convened on July 22, 2026, to review appeals related to short term rental permits. The board heard three cases involving permit revocations or expirations due to issues such as owner occupancy requirements, failure to renew permits timely, and changes in property ownership. In the first case, the board denied an appeal where the appellant's Ohio homestead tax credit and voter registration conflicted with claims of primary residency in Nashville. The second case involved a permit expiration due to failure to renew and communication lapses between property managers; the board allowed the appellant to reapply after a 90-day waiting period. The third case concerned a permit denial based on residency evidence; the board found the appellant did reside in Nashville despite a spouse living in Florida and reversed the denial. Throughout, the board emphasized compliance with zoning codes, owner occupancy rules, and proper permit management. Motions were passed reflecting these determinations, and the board discussed procedural and evidentiary considerations affecting permit status and appeals.