Extended Home Share: Alpharetta vs Atlanta
How do extended home share rules compare between Alpharetta, GA and Atlanta, GA?
Alpharetta, GA
Fulton County
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Atlanta, GA
Fulton County
Once an Atlanta short-term rental guest occupies a unit for more than 30 consecutive days, Georgia's Landlord-Tenant Act under OCGA Title 44, Chapter 7 applies, creating tenancy rights and ending the city's STR-specific framework.
View full Atlanta rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Alpharetta | Atlanta |
|---|---|---|
| Tenancy threshold | - | 30 consecutive days |
| Statutory framework | - | OCGA Title 44-7 |
| Tax exemption | - | After 30 days |
| Eviction venue | - | Magistrate Court |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Alpharetta FAQ
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Atlanta FAQ
When does my Atlanta STR guest gain tenant rights?
After 30 consecutive days of occupancy under Georgia law, requiring formal dispossessory court action rather than refusing further nights to remove them.
Can I lock out a long-staying guest?
No. Once tenancy attaches, only the Magistrate Court can authorize removal. Self-help lockouts or utility shutoffs expose hosts to civil damages.
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