Garden City, Georgia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Chatham 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
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

  • Permitted in R-A, R-1(B), R-2, R-I-N, and M zoning districts only

Official Sources

gardencityga.prelive.opencities.com/files/assets/city/v/1/finance/documents/ordinance-202406-zoning-text-amendment_shortterm-rentals-81924.pdf
Data confidence: 96%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Garden City, Georgia

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Garden City, Georgia are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Garden City, Georgia?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Garden City?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.

Where do these Garden City short-term rental rules come from?

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