Clayton, Georgia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Rabun County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/10/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$150 initial application fee; $100 annual renewal fee
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

mcclibraryfunctions.azurewebsites.us/api/ordinanceDownload/15129/1027161/pdf
Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 10, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Clayton, Georgia

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Clayton, Georgia are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $150 initial application fee; ).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Clayton, Georgia?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Clayton, Georgia.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $150 initial application fee; .

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

These details are verified against Clayton'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 Clayton, Rabun County, or Georgia authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.