Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Oconee County, GA

Airbnb listings are allowed in Oconee County, GA, but with restrictions. STRs are prohibited in all zoning districts except where specifically allowed in Article 2. The property owner must live on-site and be present during all guest stays; rentals are limited to a maximum of 30 days and, except in AG zones, may only be rented once per 30-day period. Requirements include one paved off-street parking space per bedroom, annual fire marshal inspections, and notification of neighbors within 300 feet. 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.

STRs are prohibited in all zoning districts except where specifically allowed in Article 2. The property owner must live on-site and be present during all guest stays; rentals are limited to a maximum of 30 days and, except in AG zones, may only be rented once per 30-day period. Requirements include one paved off-street parking space per bedroom, annual fire marshal inspections, and notification of neighbors within 300 feet.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Oconee County. 1. Submit a Short Term Rental License Application including a floor plan, site plan, photographs of the property, and a copy of the warranty deed. 2. Pass an annual inspection by the Oconee County Fire Marshal. 3. Pay the annual license fee and obtain the license, which must be renewed each calendar year.

1. Submit a Short Term Rental License Application including a floor plan, site plan, photographs of the property, and a copy of the warranty deed. 2. Pass an annual inspection by the Oconee County Fire Marshal. 3. Pay the annual license fee and obtain the license, which must be renewed each calendar year.

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