Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Clarkesville, GA

Airbnb listings are allowed in Clarkesville, GA, but with restrictions. STRs are permitted in DB and HB districts (excluding first-floor DB spaces) and allowed as a conditional use in R-1, R-1A, R-1B, R-2, PRO, and CB districts. Requirements include a 1,500-foot separation between STRs, a 24/7 local contact reachable within two hours, neighbor notification within 100 feet, and occupancy limits of two persons per bedroom plus two additional persons (max 15). A permit is required before you can host. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

STRs are permitted in DB and HB districts (excluding first-floor DB spaces) and allowed as a conditional use in R-1, R-1A, R-1B, R-2, PRO, and CB districts. Requirements include a 1,500-foot separation between STRs, a 24/7 local contact reachable within two hours, neighbor notification within 100 feet, and occupancy limits of two persons per bedroom plus two additional persons (max 15).

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Clarkesville. 1. Submit a completed STR license application with required documents (ID, tax number, insurance proof, house rules, and septic permit/evaluation). 2. Pay the initial license fee ($250) and inspection fee ($200). 3. Pass a safety inspection by the Planning & Zoning Department. Licenses must be renewed annually by December 31st.

1. Submit a completed STR license application with required documents (ID, tax number, insurance proof, house rules, and septic permit/evaluation). 2. Pay the initial license fee ($250) and inspection fee ($200). 3. Pass a safety inspection by the Planning & Zoning Department. Licenses must be renewed annually by December 31st.

Vrbo is permitted in Clarkesville, GA under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Clarkesville are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Clarkesville. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.