Chattanooga caps short-term rental occupancy at two adults per bedroom plus two additional, with absolute maximums tied to Type 1 versus Type 2 status under Chapter 38.
Chapter 38 limits overnight occupancy in both Type 1 and Type 2 short-term rentals to two adults per bedroom, plus two additional adults per dwelling. Children under twelve generally do not count toward the cap. The total guest count, including daytime visitors, cannot exceed twice the overnight figure. Operators must post the maximum in the unit and on listings. The rule reduces neighborhood impact and aligns with fire-code egress assumptions. Hamilton County Health Department septic standards may impose tighter limits in unsewered areas.
Exceeding the posted cap can trigger 50 dollar fines escalating per night and accumulate toward the strike count that revokes the permit.
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