Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Augusta, GA

"Tourist House" is defined as "a private dwelling that supplies temporary accommodations to overnight guests for a fee"; short-term is defined in the zoning code as "less than 120 consecutive days." Tourist House and similar lodging uses are listed as permitted or permitted by Special Exception in specific residential and other zones and are subject to performance standards in Section 26-1.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Augusta. 1) Determine applicable zoning for the property and, if required, apply for a Special Exception or other zoning approval via the Planning & Development Rezoning/Special Exception application process; 2) Obtain applicable business license using the City’s Business Licenses forms (e.g., "Hotel Motel" form) and pay regulatory/occupation taxes per the city schedule; 3) Secure any required building permits/certificate of occupancy and satisfy code enforcement or safety inspections prior to operation.

1) Determine applicable zoning for the property and, if required, apply for a Special Exception or other zoning approval via the Planning & Development Rezoning/Special Exception application process; 2) Obtain applicable business license using the City’s Business Licenses forms (e.g., "Hotel Motel" form) and pay regulatory/occupation taxes per the city schedule; 3) Secure any required building permits/certificate of occupancy and satisfy code enforcement or safety inspections prior to operation.