West Point, Georgia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Troup County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $500.00Tax: 8%Business License Required
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Troup County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026
$500.00License Cost
8%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$500.00
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistYes

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year30 consecutive days per stay
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT8%

Zoning Restrictions

  • Special use in AG, SFMD, LR, LRR, RR zones; NP in MFR, MHP, and all non-residential zones

Official Sources

troupcountyga.gov/Content/Documents/planning/Short-Term-Rental-Owner-Guidebook%20-%20Troup.pdf
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in West Point, Georgia

West Point, Georgia has no separate city ordinance, so Troup County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $500.00). A lodging/occupancy tax of 8% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in West Point, Georgia?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in West Point?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $500.00.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in West Point?

Short-term rentals in West Point are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 8%.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in West Point?

Yes — West Point sets a cap of 30 rental nights per year.

Where do these West Point short-term rental rules come from?

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