Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Fayette County, GA

Tourist accommodations (stays of 30 consecutive days or less) are permitted only with a Tourist Accommodation permit and are limited to bedrooms in a residence (detached structures/RVs are not permitted). Fayette County Environmental Health determines authorized bedrooms; county ordinance limits occupancy to no more than two adult guests per guestroom (A‑R bed & breakfast exception), prohibits food service (except certain A‑R B&Bs), requires a posted permit and a 24/7 local contact, and forbids special events/private functions.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Fayette County. 1) Obtain an approved Occupational Tax Certificate (OTC) first; 2) Apply for the Tourist Accommodation Permit through Fayette County’s SagesGov portal (upload required documents, consent to criminal background check and fingerprints when required), and pay the application fee; 3) After intake/approval by the Marshal/Code Enforcement, pay the annual permit fee and pass any required inspections; permit expires December 31 and must be renewed annually. (Fees stated by county: $75 application fee, $250 annual permit fee, $44.25 background check fee.)

1) Obtain an approved Occupational Tax Certificate (OTC) first; 2) Apply for the Tourist Accommodation Permit through Fayette County’s SagesGov portal (upload required documents, consent to criminal background check and fingerprints when required), and pay the application fee; 3) After intake/approval by the Marshal/Code Enforcement, pay the annual permit fee and pass any required inspections; permit expires December 31 and must be renewed annually. (Fees stated by county: $75 application fee, $250 annual permit fee, $44.25 background check fee.)