Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Decatur, GA

Airbnb listings are allowed in Decatur, GA, but with restrictions. STRs are limited to two people per guest room plus two additional people, not to exceed ten total. Only one unit per building in duplexes or flats may be used as an STR, and a local property manager must be available 24/7 and able to arrive within one hour. Advertisements must include occupancy limits, parking info, and noise ordinance notifications. 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 limited to two people per guest room plus two additional people, not to exceed ten total. Only one unit per building in duplexes or flats may be used as an STR, and a local property manager must be available 24/7 and able to arrive within one hour. Advertisements must include occupancy limits, parking info, and noise ordinance notifications.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Decatur. Submit an application through the City of Decatur permitting portal (decaturga-self.govplatform.com) and pay the non-refundable $125 annual fee. Applicants must provide required supporting forms and ensure the property meets all posting and operational standards for annual renewal.

Submit an application through the City of Decatur permitting portal (decaturga-self.govplatform.com) and pay the non-refundable $125 annual fee. Applicants must provide required supporting forms and ensure the property meets all posting and operational standards for annual renewal.

Vrbo is permitted in Decatur, 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 Decatur 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 Decatur. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.