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Business Regulations By Industry

Certain categories of business are subject to special rules and regulations including home-based businesses, hotels (and other types of short-term lodging) and car rental companies.

Apartment Complexes


There are certain City ordinances regarding apartment complexes. Learn more about the specific regulations.

Home-based Businesses


According to the Business for Home non-profit organization, there are 38 million home-based businesses in the United States with a new one started every 12 seconds. In Sandy Springs, home-based businesses are required to get a business license.

Hotels and Lodging


Businesses which operate a hotel, motel, inn, lodge, tourist camp, tourist cabin, bed and breakfast are required to collect a tax from each person occupying accommodations.

Vehicle Rental


Sandy Springs businesses which rent or lease motor vehicles designed to carry ten or fewer passengers for a period of 31 consecutive days or less are required to collect excise taxes.

The Vienna Boys Choir standing outdoors at a park with a Ferris Wheel in the background
City Springs Event

Vienna Boys Choir: Strauss Forever

Friday, February 13
One of the most famous choirs in the world, the Vienna Boys Choir has been enchanting audiences for centuries with their pure and pristine sound and charming performance style. The group returns to Sandy Springs PAC after their sold-out show in December 2024. 
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