Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Hart County, GA

Short-term rentals are allowed in unincorporated Hart County subject to annual licensing and occupancy limits. Operators must provide a local contact person, post the license and ordinance notice at the rental, and comply with state hotel/motel regulations if occupancy exceeds 10 persons.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Hart County. 1. Submit a completed Short Term Rental Business License Application to the Hart County Permit Office (800 Chandler St, Hartwell, GA) including owner/agent info and occupancy details. 2. Register for the Hart County Hotel/Motel Excise Tax and remit the 5% tax monthly. 3. Post the required ordinance notice and a copy of the license at the rental property.

1. Submit a completed Short Term Rental Business License Application to the Hart County Permit Office (800 Chandler St, Hartwell, GA) including owner/agent info and occupancy details. 2. Register for the Hart County Hotel/Motel Excise Tax and remit the 5% tax monthly. 3. Post the required ordinance notice and a copy of the license at the rental property.