Duluth follows International Property Maintenance Code occupancy standards: typically 2 persons per bedroom plus 2, subject to minimum square footage per occupant (70 sq ft first, 50 sq ft each additional).
Duluth has adopted the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) by reference in its building and property-maintenance chapters. IPMC §404.4.1 sets the minimum bedroom area at 70 square feet for the first occupant and 50 additional square feet for each additional occupant. IPMC §404.5 further caps total dwelling occupancy based on room area, and local practice (and most Duluth STR permits) applies the common heuristic of 2 occupants per bedroom plus 2 additional guests. A compliant 3-bedroom home would allow up to 8 total. Separately, Georgia fire code limits assembly-style gatherings, and Duluth's noise ordinance effectively caps large-group stays. HOA declarations in Sugarloaf and similar communities sometimes impose lower caps (e.g., 2 per bedroom total, no events).
Overoccupancy notice of violation under IPMC; repeat overcrowding or events at STRs can trigger occupation tax certificate review, fines $250-$1,000.
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Construction noise typical Duluth hours 7 AM-7 PM weekdays, 9 AM-6 PM Saturdays, prohibited Sundays and holidays. Emergency repairs exempt. Verify active hou...
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Duluth Code of Ordinances Chapter 34 (Offenses) prohibits unreasonable noise audible beyond property lines. Quiet hours typically 11 PM-7 AM weekdays, midnig...
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Abandoned vehicles regulated under state law GA Code §40-11-1+ (10 days on public property). Duluth Code Compliance enforces removal of inoperable or abandon...
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RVs, boats, trailers, and campers may NOT be stored in front yards or driveways visible from the street in residential zones. Must be parked in rear yard, si...
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Residential driveways must be paved (concrete, asphalt, or pavers) and meet zoning district setback requirements. Curb cuts require a permit from Duluth Publ...
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Duluth residential fence height: 4 ft in front yard, 6 ft in rear/side yards. Corner lots have visibility triangle restrictions (typically 3 ft max within 25...
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