Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Clarke County, GA

STRs are limited to stays under 31 days. Home Occupation STRs require the applicant to be an owner-occupant or long-term tenant (primary residency) and are limited to one structure per parcel. Commercial STRs are restricted to specific zones and may require a Special-Use Permit; all operators must obtain a Business Occupation Tax Certificate and collect a 7% hotel/motel tax.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Clarke County. For Home Occupation STRs: Submit a Residential STR Home Occupation Application with a notarized affidavit and two forms of ID to prove primary residency for review by Planning and the Fire Marshal. For Commercial STRs: Submit a Construction Plans Review application via the ACC Online Submittal Portal, ensuring any required Special-Use Permits are obtained first.

For Home Occupation STRs: Submit a Residential STR Home Occupation Application with a notarized affidavit and two forms of ID to prove primary residency for review by Planning and the Fire Marshal. For Commercial STRs: Submit a Construction Plans Review application via the ACC Online Submittal Portal, ensuring any required Special-Use Permits are obtained first.