STR Rules in Atlanta

Dated: September 24 2024

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In Atlanta, short-term rental (STR) regulations are fairly strict, and hosts must follow specific rules to legally operate.
Key points include:
  1. Licensing: Hosts must obtain an annual short-term rental license for each property. They can operate only their primary residence and one additional property. The application includes a $150 fee and requires submission of various documents, such as a government ID and property proof. The license must be renewed annually.

  2. Notification: Hosts are required to notify their neighbors about their STR operations, providing a point of contact in case of any issues.

  3. Occupancy and Zoning: The maximum occupancy is two adults per bedroom. There are additional zoning restrictions, particularly in historic districts.

  4. Taxes: Hosts must collect and remit an 8% hotel-motel tax and potentially state and local sales taxes. Airbnb and Vrbo collect some of these taxes automatically, but the hotel-motel tax must be handled by the host.

  5. Penalties: Violating these regulations can result in fines, suspension, or revocation of the license. A property with multiple code violations may have its license revoked for a year.

These regulations were introduced to address concerns about neighborhood disruption and public safety issues. Enforcement is carried out by city inspectors and the police department.

For more detailed information, you can consult official city resources​

Short-Term Rental | Atlanta, GA (atlantaga.gov)

Airbnb & Short Term Rental Laws and Regulations In Atlanta - 2024 (steadily.com)

City of Atlanta’s New Short-Term Rental Licensing – Enforcement Begins April 1st! - Brian Douglas Law (atlantagaestateplanning.com)

Atlanta, GA - Airbnb Help Center

Atlanta Short Term Rental Regulation: A Guide For Airbnb Hosts (bnbcalc.com)

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