Ellijay, Georgia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Gilmer County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $150.00Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/10/2026
$150.00License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$150.00
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

Zoning Restrictions

  • Not permitted in R-1 residential zoning districts; allowed in same districts as hotels/motels; conditional use permit available for properties adjacent to central business district

Official Sources

Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 10, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Ellijay, Georgia

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Ellijay, Georgia are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $150.00).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Ellijay, Georgia?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Ellijay, Georgia.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $150.00.

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

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