Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Powder Springs, GA

Short-term rentals are permitted only in Residential (R) zoning districts and only in residential structures with a valid Certificate of Occupancy. Rentals are limited to lodging periods not to exceed 30 consecutive days; occupancy and parking must comply with county zoning (maximum adults/vehicles determined by zoning and square footage) and adequate off-street parking must be provided. Owners must designate a 24-hour short-term rental agent, advertise the unit with the short-term rental certificate number, and post a legible copy of the certificate and occupancy/parking/noise rules at the property.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Powder Springs. 1) Submit an annual Short-Term Rental Certificate application to the Cobb County Business License Division (application packet and check-off list required) and pay the non-refundable $55 application fee. 2) Attach required documents: proof of ownership, notarized agent acknowledgment affidavit, notarized verification-of-notice affidavit plus proof of certified-mail notice to any applicable HOA/POA and adjoining property owners, completed zoning verification by Zoning staff, and proof of adequate parking. 3) Applications are reviewed by appointment; applicant will be notified of grant or denial (review/decision within 30 days after all required information received). Certificate must be posted at the unit and renewed annually.

1) Submit an annual Short-Term Rental Certificate application to the Cobb County Business License Division (application packet and check-off list required) and pay the non-refundable $55 application fee. 2) Attach required documents: proof of ownership, notarized agent acknowledgment affidavit, notarized verification-of-notice affidavit plus proof of certified-mail notice to any applicable HOA/POA and adjoining property owners, completed zoning verification by Zoning staff, and proof of adequate parking. 3) Applications are reviewed by appointment; applicant will be notified of grant or denial (review/decision within 30 days after all required information received). Certificate must be posted at the unit and renewed annually.