Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Hall County, GA

Short-term rentals are defined as residential spaces rented for 2–30 nights and are permitted in all residential zoning districts; complaints are handled via a 24-hour hotline and the county will contact the local contact person to resolve issues (failure to resolve within one hour may result in a violation); occupancy of 16 or more requires Fire Marshal involvement/inspection.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Hall County. 1) Submit a Short Term Rental Business License application to the Hall County Business License Department (in-person or via email); 2) County reviews application (1–3 business days) and forwards to Building Inspections; schedule and pass a Building Inspection ($75) and, if occupancy is 16+, Fire Marshal inspection; 3) Complete payment and receive license documents from the Business License Department.

1) Submit a Short Term Rental Business License application to the Hall County Business License Department (in-person or via email); 2) County reviews application (1–3 business days) and forwards to Building Inspections; schedule and pass a Building Inspection ($75) and, if occupancy is 16+, Fire Marshal inspection; 3) Complete payment and receive license documents from the Business License Department.