Smyrna, Georgia
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Cobb County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: Required
180Annual Cap
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes
Limits & Restrictions
Max Nights Per Year180
Density / Distance Capone short-term rental license per property
Parking RequiredYes
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
- Permitted in all residential zoning districts (R-30, R-20, R-15, R-12, R-10, R-8, RDA, RD, RD-4, RMC-8, RM-10, RTD, RM-12, RM-15, RHR, CBD and MU)
Official Sources
Data confidence: 96%Last updated: June 8, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Smyrna, Georgia
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Smyrna, Georgia are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Smyrna, Georgia?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Smyrna, Georgia.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Smyrna?
A short-term rental permit is required.
Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Smyrna?
Yes — Smyrna sets a cap of 180 rental nights per year.
Where do these Smyrna short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Smyrna'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 Smyrna, Cobb County, or Georgia authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.