Sky Valley, Georgia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Rabun County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Fee: $300
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/15/2026
$300License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
License Cost$300
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

Data confidence: 85%Last updated: June 15, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Sky Valley, Georgia

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Sky Valley, Georgia are allowed with a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Sky Valley, Georgia?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Sky Valley?

The fee is $300.

Where do these Sky Valley short-term rental rules come from?

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