Smyrna, Georgia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Cobb County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

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