Macon, Georgia
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Bibb
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Owner Requirements
Limits & Restrictions
Taxes & Fees
Official Sources
Short-term rental rules in Macon, Georgia
Macon, Georgia has no separate city ordinance, so Bibb rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $0). A lodging/occupancy tax of 7% sales and use tax applies.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Macon, Georgia?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Macon, Georgia.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Macon?
A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $0.
What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Macon?
Short-term rentals in Macon are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 7% sales and use tax.
Where do these Macon short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Macon'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 Macon, Bibb, or Georgia authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.