Permit Requirements: Acworth vs Marietta
How do permit requirements rules compare between Acworth, GA and Marietta, GA?
Acworth and Marietta have similar restriction levels.
Acworth, GA
Cobb County
Acworth Zoning §73-7.8.3 — STR Occupational Tax Certificate required before operating. Platform that collects hotel/motel tax must be used. 24-hour contact required; max 2 people per bedroom; max 1 rental agreement at a time.
View full Acworth rules →Marietta, GA
Cobb County
City of Marietta falls under Cobb County STR ordinance (eff. Jan 1, 2023) — annual STR certificate required at $55/year from Cobb County Business License Office. Owner-occupied or locally managed properties only.
View full Marietta rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Acworth | Marietta |
|---|---|---|
| Ordinance | Zoning §73-7.8.3 | - |
| OTC Required | Yes — before operating | - |
| Occupancy Limit | Maximum 2 people per bedroom | - |
| Platform Requirement | Must collect hotel/motel tax | - |
| 24-Hour Contact | Required for complaints | - |
| Apply | Development Dept: 770-974-2032 | - |
| Certificate Fee | - | $55/year per unit |
| Issuing Authority | - | Cobb County Business License Office |
| Zoning Restriction | - | Residential (R) districts only |
| Effective Date | - | January 1, 2023 |
| Max Stay | - | Under 30 consecutive days |
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Acworth FAQ
Do I need a permit to list my property on Airbnb in Acworth?
Acworth Zoning §73-7.8.3 — STR Occupational Tax Certificate required before operating. Platform that collects hotel/motel tax must be used. 24-hour contact required; max 2 people per bedroom; max 1 rental agreement at a time.
What are the short-term rental registration requirements in Acworth?
Ordinance: Zoning §73-7.8.3. OTC Required: Yes — before operating. Occupancy Limit: Maximum 2 people per bedroom. Platform Requirement: Must collect hotel/motel tax.
Marietta FAQ
Do I need a permit to list my property on Airbnb in Marietta?
City of Marietta falls under Cobb County STR ordinance (eff. Jan 1, 2023) — annual STR certificate required at $55/year from Cobb County Business License Office. Owner-occupied or locally managed properties only.
What are the short-term rental registration requirements in Marietta?
Certificate Fee: $55/year per unit. Issuing Authority: Cobb County Business License Office. Zoning Restriction: Residential (R) districts only. Effective Date: January 1, 2023.
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