Perry, Georgia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Houston County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$325 initial; $212 renewal
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayno minimum — less than 30 consecutive days
Density / Distance Cap1,000-foot separation between STRs required
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Residential zoning districts require special exception; permitted by right in OI, C1, C2, C3, IMU, MUC, and NMU zones with STR Permit

Official Sources

perry-ga.gov/short-term-rentals
Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Perry, Georgia

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Perry, Georgia are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $325 initial; $212 renewal).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Perry, Georgia?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $325 initial; $212 renewal.

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

Yes — Perry sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

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

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