Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Dillard, GA

Airbnb listings are allowed in Dillard, GA, but with restrictions. Rabun County allows short-term rentals only where authorized by the County’s STR ordinance; properties must be in the Vacation Cottage zoning district or be grandfathered; the ordinance requires a local Representative (on-site or local agent), posting of occupant limits and representative contact, and sets a maximum occupancy cap. 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.

Rabun County allows short-term rentals only where authorized by the County’s STR ordinance; properties must be in the Vacation Cottage zoning district or be grandfathered; the ordinance requires a local Representative (on-site or local agent), posting of occupant limits and representative contact, and sets a maximum occupancy cap.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Dillard. 1) Complete and submit the Rabun County Short-Term Rental Application with owner info and designation of a local Representative; 2) Provide required affidavits (e.g., HOA) and comply with safety/fire code requirements; 3) Obtain county-issued license and renew per the ordinance schedule.

1) Complete and submit the Rabun County Short-Term Rental Application with owner info and designation of a local Representative; 2) Provide required affidavits (e.g., HOA) and comply with safety/fire code requirements; 3) Obtain county-issued license and renew per the ordinance schedule.

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