Occupancy Limits: Alpharetta vs Roswell
How do occupancy limits rules compare between Alpharetta, GA and Roswell, GA?
Alpharetta and Roswell have similar restriction levels.
Alpharetta, GA
Fulton County
Atlanta caps STR occupancy at 2 persons per bedroom plus 2 additional persons. South Fulton uses similar bedroom-based caps under its STR permit. Sandy Springs follows Georgia state building-code occupancy.
View full Alpharetta rules →Roswell, GA
Fulton County
Roswell's STR ordinance caps overnight guest counts based on bedroom count, prohibits use of an STR for commercial events (parties, weddings, photo shoots), and requires a 24/7 local contact who can respond to complaints within a defined response window.
View full Roswell rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Alpharetta | Roswell |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta formula | 2/bedroom + 2 | - |
| 3-bed example | 8 max | - |
| Unrelated cap (county) | 4 in R-zones | - |
| Occupancy | - | Bedroom-based cap |
| Local Contact | - | 24/7 required |
| Commercial Events | - | Prohibited at STRs |
| Code | - | Roswell Ord. 2024-05-09 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Alpharetta FAQ
Can I host 15 people in a 5-bedroom Atlanta STR?
No — Atlanta caps at 2/bed + 2 = 12 max for a 5-bedroom.
Do infants count?
Atlanta excludes children under 2 from the occupancy count.
Roswell FAQ
How many guests can my Roswell STR have?
Ordinance 2024-05-09 sets a bedroom-based occupancy cap. The exact number depends on bedroom count and is verified at registration.
Do I need a local contact for my Roswell STR?
Yes. You must designate a local contact reachable 24/7 who can respond to complaints. Listing the contact is required at registration.
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