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Dalton
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Dalton

Checked against the source
  1. No action
    Short-term rentals are allowed in Dalton

    The record lists no ban. Zoning and HOA rules for your address still apply.

  2. To do
    Get the Dalton short-term rental license or registration

    The record does not state the fee or term. The licensing office lists both.

  3. To do
    Airbnb, Vrbo and Booking.com collect the 7% Dalton 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, though a note says returns are due by the 20th of the month. Confirm the schedule with the tax office.

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

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What to know.

The published guide for Dalton lists 7% 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. A license or registration is required.

At a glance.

Local tax
7%
State tax
4%
Total for a direct booking
11%
License
Required
Local filing
Platform collects
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Tax details

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

Dalton: Recorded exemptions

No tax on rent for day 31 onward of stays exceeding 30 continuous days; persons certifying their residence was destroyed by fire/casualty; GA state/local govt employees/officials on public business (with documentation or govt card); foreign diplomats exempted by treaty (US State Dept documentation); amounts paid directly by the US, GA, or their instrumentalities (2026 Hotel/Motel Tax Report form, daltonga.gov, citing O.C.G.A. §§48-13-50–53).

Dalton: Recorded penalties and interest

Penalty 5% or $5.00, whichever is greater, per month or fraction thereof (max 25%/$25); interest 0.8125% compounded monthly; 3% vendor compensation if not delinquent; due by the 20th of the month following collection (2026 form, daltonga.gov).

Dalton: Recorded remittance instructions

7% city HMT to City of Dalton; state taxes via GA DOR

Source for these notes: daltonga.gov: occupational tax forms instructions

Platform tax collection guidance for Dalton

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

  • Get the required license or registration

    Apply for the required license or registration with the licensing office before you list.

  • Collection of the 7% 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, though a note says returns are due by the 20th of the month. Confirm the schedule with the tax office.

  • Check the state tax requirements

    Use the linked state tax instructions to register and file.

Sources & confidence

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Dalton occupancy tax7%
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Georgia state sales tax4%
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Georgia filing and tax guidanceSee guidance
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Licensing recordRequired
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Dalton STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Dalton occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Dalton?

A license or registration is required.

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, though a note says returns are due by the 20th of the month. Confirm the schedule with the tax office.