Atlanta, GA Short-Term Rentals: Permit Requirements (2026)

Background The Atlanta City Council adopted the "City of Atlanta Short-Term Rental Ordinance" on March 15, 2021 (20-0-1656) that states that a short-term rental license may be obtained by a short-term rental owner or the long-term tenant of a short-term rental for their primary residence and one additional dwelling unit without any additional requirements, fees, permits, licenses, zoning, or related restrictions. The ordinance established a legal process whereby residents may be authorized to rent or allow their tenant to rent, their primary residence to short-term visitors, called "home-sharing." The new regulations became effective on March 1, 2022. The Short-Term Rental Ordinance requires agents or hosts, who wish to engage in short-term rentals, to apply for a license with the City and post their City of Atlanta short-term rental license (STRL) on all advertisements. Hosts must adhere to all requirements and use the online portal to apply. What is the fee for an STRL? The STRL fee is $150, due at the time your application is submitted. How long is the STRL valid? The STRL is valid for 12-months from the date of issuance and may be renewed on an annual basis. What will happen if I use my property as an STR, but fail to obtain an STRL? Failure to obtain an STRL is unlawful and will result in enforcement action, including citations, and a mandatory one (1) year waiting period before any application for an STRL will be accepted or considered for the operation of a short-term rental unit. How many short-term rental properties can I obtain an STRL for? One owner can obtain an STRL for up to two (2) separate properties. The primary residence and one additional dwelling unit without any additional requirements, fees, permits, licenses, zoning, or related restrictions.