https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/georgia/ Recent short-term rental regulatory updates across Georgia markets. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 22:16:32 GMT https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/georgia/ellijay/ Multi-county study examining STR growth impacts across the Blue Ridge area including Ellijay; no significant restrictions expected given the tourism-dependent character of the region. Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT georgia-ellijay-2025-09-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/georgia/savannah/ Savannah's Metropolitan Planning Commission and City Council are reviewing community feedback on STR density in neighborhoods surrounding the historic squares, with some residents and preservation advocates calling for caps on the percentage of homes that can be licensed as STRs. Tue, 01 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT georgia-savannah-2025-04-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/georgia/st-simons-island/ Glynn County completed a full review of its short-term rental ordinance, considering permit caps, inspection requirements, and enhanced enforcement for noise and overcrowding violations on St. Simons Island. Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT georgia-st-simons-island-2025-01-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/georgia/tybee-island/ Tybee Island confirmed full enforcement of its ban on new STR certificates in R-1, R-1B, and R-2 residential zones. No new certificates have been issued in these zones since the ban took effect, and the City is actively monitoring for unlicensed new operators. Tue, 01 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT georgia-tybee-island-2024-10-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/georgia/blue-ridge/ Fannin County has identified septic system capacity as a key constraint on STR growth in rural mountain areas. New STR permit applications in unincorporated areas must include documentation of septic system capacity relative to the listed maximum occupancy. Sun, 01 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT georgia-blue-ridge-2024-09-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/georgia/st-simons-island/ Following complaints about overcrowded beach houses during summer 2024, Glynn County stepped up occupancy enforcement on St. Simons Island, issuing fines for properties exceeding the 2-per-bedroom-plus-2 limit. Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT georgia-st-simons-island-2024-08-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/georgia/tybee-island/ The City reviewed nonconforming STR operators for compliance with Tybee Island's 7% local occupational room tax, issuing back-tax assessments to operators with gaps in monthly remittance. Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT georgia-tybee-island-2024-08-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/georgia/blue-ridge/ Fannin County is developing a registration program for vacation rental properties in unincorporated areas — where most Blue Ridge area cabins are located — requiring safety inspections, local contact designations, and occupancy tax registration. The program is being phased in as administrative capacity develops. Sat, 01 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT georgia-blue-ridge-2024-06-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/georgia/ellijay/ City updated STR licensing requirements; operators within city limits must obtain an annual city permit in addition to any applicable county requirements. Sat, 01 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT georgia-ellijay-2024-06-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/georgia/atlanta/ Atlanta's Department of City Planning has conducted enforcement campaigns targeting Airbnb and Vrbo listings operating without a valid STR license. The city works with platforms to obtain data on non-licensed listings and issues cease-and-desist notices with fines up to $1,000 per day for non-compliant operators. Wed, 01 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT georgia-atlanta-2024-05-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/georgia/savannah/ Georgia requires short-term rental operators to collect and remit state hotel/motel tax. The Georgia Department of Revenue increased outreach to Savannah area operators following identification of unlicensed operators through listing platform analysis. Wed, 01 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT georgia-savannah-2024-05-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/georgia/st-simons-island/ Glynn County formalized an annual STR registration renewal process, requiring operators to confirm occupancy compliance and pay updated fees to maintain active status. Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT georgia-st-simons-island-2024-03-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/georgia/tybee-island/ Tybee Island audited existing nonconforming STR certificate holders for compliance with the 90-day minimum annual rental activity requirement, revoking certificates of properties that failed to demonstrate sufficient activity in the preceding 12 months. Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT georgia-tybee-island-2024-03-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/georgia/atlanta/ Atlanta requires annual STR license renewal, which includes re-verification of the operator's primary residence status. Operators who have moved or no longer occupy the property as their primary home are not eligible for renewal, and their license is revoked. Wed, 01 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT georgia-atlanta-2023-11-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/georgia/savannah/ Savannah requires all short-term rental operators to obtain a city STR permit. Properties in the National Historic Landmark District face additional requirements including design review compliance if any exterior modifications are made and registration with the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) area planning office. Sat, 01 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT georgia-savannah-2023-07-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/georgia/blue-ridge/ The City of Blue Ridge requires vacation rental operators within city limits to obtain a business license and register for applicable city and county occupancy taxes. Most Blue Ridge area STRs are outside city limits in unincorporated Fannin County. Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT georgia-blue-ridge-2023-06-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/georgia/ellijay/ County requires annual STR operating permit for unincorporated properties; fire safety compliance and county business license required. Operators must collect and remit Georgia hotel/motel tax. Mon, 01 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT georgia-ellijay-2023-05-01 https://regulations.comparent.com/regulations/georgia/atlanta/ Atlanta's short-term rental ordinance requires all vacation rental operators to hold a city STR license, which is available only to Atlanta residents operating from their primary home. Investment properties and absentee-owned vacation rentals are not eligible for licensing. The ordinance was passed in 2021 and fully implemented after a compliance grace period. Mon, 01 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT georgia-atlanta-2021-11-01