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Short-term rental rules in Brunswick, GA
How Brunswick regulates short-term rentals: the rules that apply, their sources, and pending changes.
Short-term rentals here operate under a registration or permit system with ongoing operating rules.
- STR-specific certificate/permit process codified as its own chapter (Ch. 27 Short-Term Rentals)
- City adopted its own ordinance in May 2022 mirroring Glynn County; effective Jan 1, 2023
- whole-home / non-owner-occupied STR permitted (no cap, no primary-residence requirement indicated in any source)
- 7% accommodation excise tax on <30-day stays (mirrored county rate)
Based on: Code of Ordinances Part II, Ch. 27 'Short-Term Rentals' (adopted by City Commission May 2022; applications opened Oct
Summary of the rule
The City of Brunswick Code of Ordinances contains a dedicated 'Chapter 27 - SHORT-TERM RENTALS' (Part II, Code of Ordinances), including Sec. 27-3 Definitions and a permit/certificate framework.
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Last reviewed Sep 15, 2026 · Sources · Report an error
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City Watch provides good-faith summaries of publicly available information as of the review date shown. Rules, enforcement, and permit availability can change, and summaries may contain errors or omissions. Ratings describe the general regulatory environment; they do not establish whether a particular property or stay is permitted. This is general information, not legal advice. Before buying, listing, or hosting, verify applicable requirements with the responsible authorities and review any HOA, condominium, deed, or lease restrictions.