Brookhaven, Georgia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — DeKalb County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $25Owner Occupancy Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
$25License Cost
180Annual Cap

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$25
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year180
Density / Distance Cap5% of residential parcels within each city council district
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

brookhavenga.gov/254/Short-Term-Rental-Application
Data confidence: 96%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Brookhaven, Georgia

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Brookhaven, Georgia are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $25). The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Brookhaven, Georgia?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Brookhaven, Georgia. The property must be owner-occupied.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Brookhaven?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $25.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Brookhaven?

Yes — Brookhaven sets a cap of 180 rental nights per year.

Where do these Brookhaven short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Brookhaven's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Brookhaven, DeKalb County, or Georgia authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.