Short-Term Rental Regulations in Georgia

State Overview
Georgia does not preempt local STR regulation — each city sets its own rules. The state imposes a 4% State Sales Tax (Lodging) in addition to any local taxes.

Cities in Georgia

City Permit Tax Rate Day Limit Primary Res.
Athens ✓ Required 7% No limit Varies →
Atlanta ✓ Required 12% No limit Required →
Blue Ridge ✓ Required 15% + $5/night No limit No →
Helen ✓ Required 16% + $5/night No annual cap · per-stay limit No →
Savannah ✓ Required 15% No limit Varies →
Tybee Island ✓ Required 14% + $5/night No limit No →

Georgia's STR Landscape

Georgia does not have a uniform STR framework, leaving regulation to individual municipalities. The state imposes a 4% State Sales Tax (Lodging) in addition to local taxes.

Regulation varies significantly across cities. Some cities (Athens, Atlanta, Savannah) require primary residence, while others (Blue Ridge, Helen, Tybee Island) allow non-owner-occupied rentals. Tax rates vary from 7% to 16% + $5/night.

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