Cleveland, Georgia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — White County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$250 initial; $100 annual renewal
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year24 consecutive nights per stay (not per year)
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • R-1, R-2, R-3 zones only; apartments excluded

Official Sources

Data confidence: 96%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Cleveland, Georgia

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Cleveland, Georgia are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $250 initial; $100 annual rene).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Cleveland, Georgia?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $250 initial; $100 annual rene.

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

Yes — Cleveland sets a cap of 24 rental nights per year.

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

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