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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Suwanee, GA

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Short-term rentals in Suwanee (subject to Gwinnett County jurisdiction) are permitted only under Gwinnett County Unified Development Ordinance conditional-use standards: no exterior evidence the home is used as an STR; parking limited to hard surfaces (not in right-of-way); occupancy limited to no more than two adults per bedroom; property owner/manager contact information must be posted on the premises.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Confirm whether the property is subject to Gwinnett County UDO conditional-use requirements for short-term rentals and prepare application materials. 2) Submit the required application through Gwinnett County’s permitting portal (Accela: https://aca-prod.accela.com/gwinnett/welcome.aspx) or contact Planning & Development. 3) If approved, operate in compliance with UDO conditions (no exterior advertising, parking on hard surfaces, occupancy limits, maintain posted owner/manager contact).

Official Resources

Official Suwanee STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Suwanee, GA?
Short-term rentals in Suwanee (subject to Gwinnett County jurisdiction) are permitted only under Gwinnett County Unified Development Ordinance conditional-use standards: no exterior evidence the home is used as an STR; parking limited to hard surfaces (not in right-of-way); occupancy limited to no more than two adults per bedroom; property owner/manager contact information must be posted on the premises.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Suwanee?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Suwanee. 1) Confirm whether the property is subject to Gwinnett County UDO conditional-use requirements for short-term rentals and prepare application materials. 2) Submit the required application through Gwinnett County’s permitting portal (Accela: https://aca-prod.accela.com/gwinnett/welcome.aspx) or contact Planning & Development. 3) If approved, operate in compliance with UDO conditions (no exterior advertising, parking on hard surfaces, occupancy limits, maintain posted owner/manager contact).
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Suwanee?
1) Confirm whether the property is subject to Gwinnett County UDO conditional-use requirements for short-term rentals and prepare application materials. 2) Submit the required application through Gwinnett County’s permitting portal (Accela: https://aca-prod.accela.com/gwinnett/welcome.aspx) or contact Planning & Development. 3) If approved, operate in compliance with UDO conditions (no exterior advertising, parking on hard surfaces, occupancy limits, maintain posted owner/manager contact).
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Disclaimer

This information is for general reference only and may not reflect the most current regulations. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify requirements with official local government sources before operating a short-term rental.

Last verified: March 2026 · Suggest a correction