Brookhaven STRs are subject to the city's excise tax. Georgia state hotel-motel tax (GA Code §48-13-50+) also applies: up to 8% local hotel-motel excise tax plus the state's $5/night lodging fee. Annual STR permit fee is $25. Platforms like Airbnb typically collect and remit in GA.
STR operators in Brookhaven must collect and remit excise taxes as specified in the city's STR ordinance. Georgia state hotel-motel tax framework (GA Code §48-13-50+) allows cities to levy up to 8% local excise tax, and the state charges a $5/night lodging fee. Most platforms (Airbnb, VRBO) automatically collect and remit these taxes in Georgia. The annual STR permit fee is $25.
Failure to collect/remit taxes: penalties plus interest. GA DOR enforcement for state taxes. City enforcement for local Hotel/Motel Tax.
Brookhaven, GA
Construction in Brookhaven is restricted by Ch. 7, §7-196. Permitted hours: Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–7:00 PM; Saturday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. No construction on Sunda...
Brookhaven, GA
Barking dogs in Brookhaven are regulated under the general noise ordinance (Ch. 16, Art. VII) and the Animals ordinance (Ch. 5). Persistent barking constitut...
Brookhaven, GA
Brookhaven's noise ordinance is codified in Chapter 16, Article VII. General quiet hours prohibit disturbing noise in residential areas. Non-commercial lands...
Brookhaven, GA
Brookhaven regulates amplified music under the general noise ordinance. Sound permits available for events. O.C.G.A. §16-11-39 applies to unreasonable distur...
Brookhaven, GA
Parking of RVs, boats, and trailers in Brookhaven residential areas is regulated by the Zoning Ordinance (Ch. 27). Long-term storage in front yards or on pub...
Brookhaven, GA
Street parking in Brookhaven follows standard Georgia parking regulations and city ordinances. No parking within 15 feet of a fire hydrant, no blocking drive...
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