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Newnan
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

Start with the recorded local taxes and permit overview for Newnan, Georgia. Check the current requirements for your exact address.

Rental conditions are recorded in Newnan
2 adults/bedroom occupancy. 20% cap in historic overlays.
Find published guidance for your Newnan address
Check published permit and tax guidance for Newnan.

What you need to do in Newnan

Checked against the source
  1. To do
    Meet the local rental conditions

    2 adults/bedroom occupancy. 20% cap in historic overlays.

  2. To confirm
    Check whether you need a license or permit

    The record does not say whether Newnan requires a short-term rental license. Ask the city or county licensing office.

  3. To do
    Airbnb, Vrbo and Booking.com collect the 8% Newnan occupancy tax for you

    That is per the record. On direct bookings, you collect and remit it yourself.

  4. To confirm
    Find out how often you file and when returns are due

    The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.

    Filing portal

Verify each step with the authority before you file or apply. Source

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What to know.

2 adults/bedroom occupancy. 20% cap in historic overlays. The published guide for Newnan lists 8% local occupancy tax. The state table lists a 4% Georgia state sales tax in addition. The state base rate excludes local taxes and the separate $5 per night state hotel-motel fee where applicable. License or registration details are not available.

At a glance.

Local tax
8%
State tax
4%
Total for a direct booking
12%
License
Not available
Local filing
Platform collects
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Tax details

Exemptions, penalties, filing information, and effective dates from the linked sources.

Newnan: Recorded effective date

2020-01-01

Newnan: Recorded filing portal

Open the filing portal (newnanga.hdlgov.com)

Newnan: Recorded remittance instructions

City of Newnan; 8% HMT

Source for these notes: newnanga.gov: hotel motel excise taxes

Platform tax collection guidance for Newnan

Collection is shown separately for each booking channel. Direct-booking taxes are paid by the host.

PlatformStateLocal
AirbnbPlatform collectsPlatform collects
VrboPlatform collectsPlatform collects
Booking.comPlatform collectsPlatform collects
DirectYou collect and remitYou collect and remit

Platform collects means the platform pays that tax. You collect and remit means you pay it. Collection details unavailable identifies a missing answer for that channel. Filing duties are listed separately.

Your next steps

  • Find permit information

    Permit requirements are not available in this guide. The linked authority provides application information.

  • Collection of the 8% local tax

    Platforms collect this tax. You collect and remit tax on direct bookings.

  • File your tax returns

    Find out how often you file and when returns are due. The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.

  • Check the state tax requirements

    Use the linked state tax instructions to register and file.

Sources & confidence

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FigureValueSourceStatus
Newnan occupancy tax8%
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Georgia state sales tax4%
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Georgia filing and tax guidanceSee guidance
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Licensing recordNot available
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Newnan STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Newnan occupancy taxes?

Airbnb collects this tax. You collect and remit tax on direct bookings.

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Newnan?

The licensing requirement for Newnan is not available. Check state and local license or registration rules before listing.

What happens if I don't file?

Penalties and interest depend on the tax and authority. Check the applicable rules and contact the authority about any missed filings or payments.

How often do I file?

Find out how often you file and when returns are due. The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.