Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Johns Creek, GA

Short-term rentals (<30 days) are restricted to non-residential districts as 'Hotels/Motels' or to AG-1 and TR zones as 'Bed and Breakfasts' with a Use Permit. Guest houses on residential lots are explicitly prohibited from being used for rent. All transient lodging is subject to a 7% excise tax.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Johns Creek. 1) Apply for a Use Permit through the Community Development department, which requires a public hearing and approval by the Mayor and City Council. 2) Obtain a certificate of occupancy from the Building/Permitting office. 3) Register with the Revenue Division to pay the 7% Hotel/Motel Occupancy Excise Tax by the 20th of each month.

1) Apply for a Use Permit through the Community Development department, which requires a public hearing and approval by the Mayor and City Council. 2) Obtain a certificate of occupancy from the Building/Permitting office. 3) Register with the Revenue Division to pay the 7% Hotel/Motel Occupancy Excise Tax by the 20th of each month.