Georgia Rent control / state preemption
Can cities in Georgia pass rent control?
No county or municipality may enact, maintain or enforce any ordinance or resolution regulating the amount of rent for privately owned residential rental property. Agreements involving government-owned property are excepted.
Verified Source: O.C.G.A. § 44-7-19 · last checked 2026-10-15
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