STRs across Fulton County must comply with the noise ordinance of the host municipality. Atlanta requires posted notice of Code §74-133 quiet hours; the unincorporated county uses §46-137's reasonable-person standard.
Atlanta's STR ordinance (Code Part 20) conditions the license on guest compliance with the city's noise code §74-133 (typically 11 p.m.-7 a.m. nighttime restriction in residential zones). Repeated substantiated noise complaints can trigger license revocation. Sandy Springs requires 24/7 local responsible-party contact info posted at the unit. South Fulton requires posted house rules including quiet hours and a 24-hour contact under its STR permit.
Atlanta: license suspension after three substantiated complaints in 12 months. South Fulton: civil fine + permit non-renewal. Unincorporated: §46-137 misdemeanor up to $500.
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